Srinagar Fire Incidents Destroy Nine Houses and Bakery
Separate fire incidents in Srinagar's Nowhatta area resulted in nine houses and a bakery unit being completely gutted, with the blaze spreading rapidly in the densely populated locality.
Category : Politics
Madras HC Dismisses Vijay's Plea Against Rs 1.5 Cr Tax Penalty
The Madras High Court has dismissed a plea by Tamil film star and TVK chief Vijay challenging a Rs 1.50 crore penalty imposed by the Income Tax Department for alleged non-disclosure of additional income in 2015-16.
Chandigarh: Gurdwara Murder, Road Closures, Tree Conservation
Chandigarh faces a tragic murder outside a gurdwara, major road closures for infrastructure work, and a successful campaign to save trees from removal. Key civic and administrative updates from the city.
Police Tow Truck Kills Schoolboy, Injures Sister in Raipur
A tragic road accident in Raipur's Civil Lines area claimed a schoolboy's life and critically injured his sister after a traffic police tow truck allegedly ran them over. The driver fled the scene, sparking outrage over police vehicle regulation.
BJP MP to Create Library on Nehru-Gandhi Family 'Misdeeds'
BJP MP Nishikant Dubey announces a library documenting alleged misdeeds and policy failures of the Nehru-Gandhi family, seeking public contributions amid parliamentary tensions.
Check and Pay Speed Camera Fines via E-Challan Portals
Learn the reliable methods to verify and settle pending speed camera fines using official government e-challan portals and state-specific platforms. Essential guide for drivers.
Chandigarh Ends Licence-Permit Raj, Simplifies Approvals
The Chandigarh administration is dismantling its licence-permit-inspector raj by eliminating or simplifying numerous permissions, NOCs, and compliances. This reform, driven by central government directives, aims to ease business operations and reduce bure
Iran-US Talks Resume Amid Regional Tensions and Nuclear Concerns
West Asia holds its breath as Iran and the US return to nuclear talks, with Iran's 408 kg of enriched uranium as a key bargaining chip. Israel pushes for action, while Gulf states fear regional escalation.
Congress Questions Modi's Silence on Trump Nuclear War Claim
Congress leader Jairam Ramesh criticizes PM Modi for not responding to Donald Trump's repeated claim about preventing nuclear war between India and Pakistan, calling Trump a 'good friend in Washington' nearing a century.
Madras HC Dismisses Vijay's Plea Against Rs 1.5 Crore IT Penalty
The Madras High Court has dismissed actor Vijay's plea challenging a Rs 1.5 crore penalty imposed by the Income Tax Department for alleged non-disclosure of income from the movie 'Puli'.
Jimmy Lai Sentencing Monday in Hong Kong Security Case
Former media mogul Jimmy Lai faces sentencing on Monday following his December conviction under Hong Kong's national security law. The case has drawn international criticism and could set precedents for media freedom.
Gujarat HC Denies Relief to Doctor in Sex Determination Sting
The Gujarat High Court dismissed a gynaecologist's plea after a sting operation allegedly caught him demanding Rs 25,000 to reveal foetal sex, upholding his suspension under the PCPNDT Act.
18 Dead in Dynamite Explosion at Illegal Meghalaya Coal Mine
A tragic dynamite explosion at an illegal coal mine in Meghalaya's East Jaintia Hills district has claimed 18 lives and left one injured, with authorities registering a case and launching an investigation.
Russia Accuses UK of Covert NATO Ops in Ukraine
Russian diplomat alleges British military officers are secretly operating in Ukraine under diplomatic cover, advising and training forces, amid rising UK-Russia tensions.
Three Naxals Killed in Gadchiroli Encounter with Security Forces
In a significant security operation, three Naxal insurgents were neutralized during a fierce encounter with security forces in the Fodewada forest area of Gadchiroli, near the Narayanpur border in Bhamragad tehsil.
Parliament Motion Passed Amid Disruption, Budget Debate Starts
The Motion of Thanks to the President's address was passed in both houses of Parliament amid fiery sessions and opposition allegations of procedural violations. The Lok Sabha passed it without PM Modi's speech, while the Rajya Sabha approved after his add
MSRDC Emergency Plan After Expressway Gridlock
Following a 1.5-day traffic standstill on the Mumbai-Pune Expressway due to a gas tanker accident, MSRDC is creating a special emergency traffic plan to prevent future crises.
Saudi Arabia Starts 2026 Hajj Visa Process Four Months Early
Saudi authorities have launched the visa process for the 2026 Hajj season nearly four months before rituals begin, aiming to enhance planning, service readiness, and pilgrim comfort as part of Vision 2030 goals.
AAP Leader Lucky Oberoi Shot Dead in Jalandhar Gurdwara Attack
Aam Aadmi Party local leader Lucky Oberoi was fatally shot by unidentified assailants on a scooter outside a gurdwara in Jalandhar's Model Town. Police have launched an investigation into the motive behind the killing.
Odisha Merchant Navy Officer Missing Near Mauritius
An Indian Merchant Navy officer from Odisha has gone missing from his vessel near Mauritius. His family urgently seeks intervention from the Indian government to locate him.
ED Seizes ₹2.2 Crore in Arunachal Highway Scam Raids
The Enforcement Directorate conducted searches at multiple locations in Arunachal Pradesh, seizing ₹2.2 crore in cash linked to a money laundering probe into the Trans-Arunachal Highway compensation scam involving inflated assessments and fake beneficiari
Farmer Leaders Detained in Bathinda Ahead of Protest
Several farmer leaders were detained by police in Bathinda ahead of a planned protest, with BKU Ekta Ugrahan alleging betrayal and raising tensions in Punjab's agricultural community.
India's Russian Oil Imports Hit 11-Month Low
India's imports of Russian crude oil have dropped to their lowest level since February 2025, according to December data. This decline follows US sanctions on Russian oil majors and comes as Washington increases pressure on New Delhi to reduce energy ties
Rajasthan Murder: Wife, Lover Allegedly Kill Husband on Evening Walk
A young man's routine evening walk with his wife in Sri Ganganagar ended in a brutal murder, allegedly orchestrated by his spouse and her long-time boyfriend just months after their arranged marriage.
Wanted Criminal Killed in UP Encounter; Constable Injured
A wanted criminal with around 90 cases in Delhi and NCR was shot dead in an encounter in Uttar Pradesh's Shamli district, leaving a constable injured, police confirmed.
Puducherry Housing Subsidy Scheme for Concrete Homes Announced
Chief Minister N Rangasamy reveals a housing subsidy initiative in Puducherry aimed at providing concrete structures for the poor, targeting a 'hut-free' Union Territory.
Nagpur's Old Bhandara Road Widening Project Advances with Demolition
Nagpur authorities launched a demolition drive to clear acquired properties for the long-pending Old Bhandara Road widening project, supervised by District Collector Vipin Itankar, aiming to accelerate the Rs70 crore infrastructure initiative.
Victoria Hospital Digital Fraud: Rs 23 Lakh Diverted via UPI
Outsourced staff at Bengaluru's Victoria Hospital allegedly replaced government QR codes with personal UPI IDs to divert patient payments, with Rs 23 lakh suspected stolen and more potentially siphoned off.
Iran Seizes Two Foreign Oil Tankers in Persian Gulf
Iran's Revolutionary Guard seized two foreign oil tankers in the Persian Gulf, alleging fuel smuggling. The vessels carried 1 million litres of fuel, with 15 crew detained. This occurs ahead of crucial US-Iran nuclear talks in Muscat.
MP HC: Official Complaints Not Defamation, Sets Legal Precedent
The Madhya Pradesh High Court ruled that accusations made before official investigative authorities do not constitute defamation under Indian law, dismissing a case involving a marital dispute. This decision could protect more legal complaints from defama
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