UPPSC Grants Scribe for Writer's Cramp in RO/ARO Exam
UPPSC approves a scribe for a candidate with Writer's Cramp in the 2023 RO/ARO exam in Lucknow, following Allahabad High Court's order, with specific guidelines on qualifications and procedures.
Category : Politics
Man Saves Wife from Tiger Attack in MP Forest
A husband in Madhya Pradesh's Morena district rescued his wife from a tiger attack in Khutka forest. The woman suffered severe injuries and is undergoing treatment at a trauma centre in Gwalior.
Mohali Police Identify Suspects in Guri Murder via CCTV
Mohali police have identified two suspected assailants in the Gurvinder Singh murder case through CCTV footage along Airport Road, with SSP confirming major leads and imminent arrests.
Prayagraj Police's Zero-Error Plan for Maghi Purnima Snan
Prayagraj police implement comprehensive zero-error security and traffic plan for Maghi Purnima snan on February 1, expecting 1-1.5 crore devotees with strict vehicle restrictions and 8-tier security.
Calcutta HC Relief for BJP's Suvendu Adhikari in Chandrakona Case
Calcutta High Court hears BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari's plea regarding Chandrakona incident; state assures no coercive action. Case adjourned to February 19.
Punjab's Rs 700 Crore Road Renovation Plan for Mohali
Punjab government launches Rs 700 crore Next Generation Road Renovation Programme for Mohali to upgrade major roads, ease congestion, and enhance urban infrastructure with a 10-year maintenance plan.
Pregnant SWAT Commando Beaten to Death by Husband in Delhi
Delhi Police SWAT commando Kajal, 27, four months pregnant, was allegedly beaten to death by her husband Ankur with a dumbbell during a dowry-related argument. Police add dowry harassment sections.
Court Acquits Delhi L-G in Medha Patkar Defamation Case
A Delhi court acquitted Lieutenant Governor V K Saxena in a 25-year-old criminal defamation case filed by activist Medha Patkar, citing failure to prove allegations.
Court Denies Bail in Delhi Riots Conspiracy Case
A Delhi court has rejected bail pleas of three accused in the 2020 Northeast Delhi riots conspiracy case, stating UAPA bail restrictions apply as allegations appear prima facie true.
Delhi Govt Approves Rs 728 Cr Trans-Yamuna Projects
Delhi government approves infrastructure projects worth Rs 728 crore for Trans-Yamuna region development, focusing on roads, drainage, and waterlogging solutions under CM Rekha Gupta's leadership.
Saurabh Joshi's Journey from BJP Booth to Chandigarh Mayor
New Chandigarh Mayor Saurabh Joshi, who began his political journey at age 10, outlines his vision for city development, financial management, and administrative coordination in an exclusive interview.
Magh Mela's Bike Taxi & Golf Cart Services Hit Record Numbers
Prayagraj's Magh Mela witnesses overwhelming response to innovative transportation services. Over 3.24 lakh visitors use Rapido bike taxis, while 35,000 opt for pollution-free golf carts, easing crowd movement for record 18 crore devotees.
Prayagraj Gets Mini Dam Approval to Tackle Yamuna Flooding
The Uttar Pradesh government has sanctioned a Rs 33.12 crore mini dam project on Prayagraj's Ghaghar drain to prevent recurring floods and waterlogging in Yamuna riverbank areas, with construction starting in February.
Mangaluru Devotees Await Bridge, Use Pontoon for Nadupalli Uroos
Thousands of devotees visiting the 400-year-old Dargah Sharif at Rahmaniya Masjid on an island in Mangaluru depend on boats and a makeshift pontoon bridge due to the lack of a permanent bridge across the Nethravati river, despite years of petitions.
Punjab Scholarship Event in Jalandhar Before PM Modi's Visit
Punjab government organizes state-level post-matric scholarship function for SC students in Jalandhar on Friday, with CM Bhagwant Mann as chief guest, ahead of PM Modi's Dera Sachkhand Ballan visit on Guru Ravidas Jayanti.
Coimbatore Car Crash: One Dead, Two Injured on Avinashi Road
A 32-year-old IT professional died in a car accident on Avinashi Road in Coimbatore. Two others were injured. Police investigation suggests speeding and alcohol consumption as causes.
Punjab Police Bust Narco-Terror Module in Himachal Blast Case
Punjab Police, in coordination with Himachal Pradesh Police and central agencies, arrested two operatives of a Pak-ISI-backed Babbar Khalsa International narco-terror module involved in the Nalagarh Police Station blast. An IED was recovered, revealing a
Medigadda Barrage Gets Highest Risk Tag, Needs Reconstruction
National Dam Safety Authority flags Telangana's Medigadda barrage as Category I dam with serious safety deficiencies. NDSA recommends complete removal and reconstruction of block 7 after piers sank in 2023.
Trump Order on Cuba Oil, Mexico Stops Shipments
US President Donald Trump signed an executive order threatening tariffs on countries selling oil to Cuba. Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum confirmed temporary suspension of oil shipments to Cuba, calling it a sovereign decision.
Punjab Speaker Seeks Arms License Validity in Chandigarh
Punjab Assembly Speaker Kultar Singh Sandhwan has written to Union Home Minister Amit Shah, requesting amendments to the Arms Act to allow Punjab arms licenses to be valid in Chandigarh, citing inconvenience for residents.
UP to Resettle 99 Hindu Families from East Pakistan in Kanpur Dehat
The Uttar Pradesh government has sanctioned a plan to resettle 99 Hindu Bengali families displaced from East Pakistan, now Bangladesh, in Kanpur Dehat district. They will receive 0.50-acre land leases for up to 90 years under the Mukhyamantri Awas Yojana.
WB Govt Seeks Revision of EC's Central Observer List
The Mamata Banerjee government has requested the Election Commission to revise its list of central observers, proposing alternative names for nine IAS officers including the Home Secretary, citing their crucial state duties.
Delhi Mourns Pilots Lost in Baramati Crash: Final Farewells
Families and friends gathered in Delhi to bid farewell to Captain Sumit Kapur and First Officer Shambhavi Pathak, victims of the Baramati Learjet crash. The tragedy claimed five lives, including Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar.
NCP Merger on Track, Announcement Was Planned for Feb 8
NCP factions were set to announce reunification on February 8, but Ajit Pawar's death delayed it. Leaders confirm the political process remains intact, aiming for Sharad Pawar-led faction to join the government.
Delhi CM Asks Ministers for Annual Performance Report Cards
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has instructed all ministers to submit detailed report cards on departmental achievements, budgets, and future plans as the BJP-led government approaches its first anniversary in power.
Greater Noida: Couple Dead, Children Poisoned in Family Tragedy
A couple was found dead and their three children hospitalized after suspected poisoning in Greater Noida's Ecotech 3 area. Police investigation underway into possible domestic issues.
Tathagat Global Gurukulam Foundation Stone Laid in Balod
Patanjali's Tathagat Global Gurukulam foundation stone laid in Bheja Jungli, Balod, offering free education to tribal children with focus on holistic development and career preparation.
DTC Special Electric Bus Service for Surajkund Mela
Delhi Transport Corporation introduces a 15-day special electric bus service from Badarpur Border Metro to Surajkund Mela Ground, ensuring eco-friendly last-mile connectivity for visitors.
Wife Reveals Husband Faced Threats Before SSP Office Killing
Amarjit Kaur, wife of Gurvinder Singh who was shot dead outside Mohali SSP office, reveals he received continuous threats from gangsters for nearly two years and had relocated to Gurdaspur for safety.
Gandhi's Gram Swaraj Vision: Why Villages Still Struggle
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge criticizes MGNREGS name change, recalling Gandhi's Gram Swaraj. Decades after Independence, Indian villages face hurdles in achieving self-reliance despite policy efforts.
Page 275 of 2160