Boy Found Dead in Open BWSSB Sump in Bengaluru
A 14-year-old boy missing for three days was found dead in an open BWSSB pipeline sump in Thathaguni, south Bengaluru. Police suspect accidental fall.
Category : Politics
CPCB Warns of Faulty Waste Management Reporting
The Central Pollution Control Board has flagged severe deficiencies in solid waste management reports from states and UTs for 2023-24, citing missing data on processing capacity and landfill sites.
Punjab Minister Goyal at Guru Ravidas Jayanti, Announces Study Centre
Punjab Cabinet Minister Barinder Kumar Goyal attended Guru Ravidas Jayanti celebrations across Lehra constituency, dedicating community halls and announcing a Rs 10.5 crore study centre in Jalandhar.
Budget 2026: Rs 100 Crore Incentive for Large Municipal Bonds
Union Budget 2026 introduces a Rs 100 crore incentive for municipal bonds exceeding Rs 1,000 crore, offering MCD a fresh opportunity after past setbacks. The move aims to boost urban infrastructure funding.
Krishnagiri Burglary: Man Arrested, Gold Recovered
Police in Krishnagiri arrested a 45-year-old man for breaking into a house and stealing gold and silver jewellery. Authorities recovered 50 sovereigns of gold while the silver remains missing.
Grandson Kills Grandmother with Earthmover in Krishnagiri
A 57-year-old woman was brutally killed by her grandson using an earthmover bucket in Krishnagiri district. The incident stemmed from a dispute over unpaid loan instalments for the vehicle.
Delhi Police Gets Rs 12,846 Crore Budget for 2026-27
Delhi Police receives Rs 12,846 crore budget for 2026-27, a 4.6% increase. Funds to enhance tech capabilities, vehicles, and cybercrime software.
Temple Car Accident Kills 70-Year-Old Man in Tuticorin
A 70-year-old man died after being trapped under a temple car wheel during the Thaipoosam festival at Kazhugasalamoorthy temple in Kazhugumalai, Tuticorin district. Police have registered a case.
Ambedkar Bhawan Foundation Laid in Longowal by Punjab Minister
Punjab Minister Aman Arora laid the foundation stone for Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Bhawan in Longowal during Guru Ravidas Prakash Diwas. The Rs 1.20 crore project aims to promote social equality and community events.
Punjab to Lose Rs 24,000 Crore as Revenue Grant Ends
Punjab is set to lose Rs 24,000 crore in central funding from April as the revenue deficit grant concludes, posing severe fiscal challenges for the state's budget and development plans.
Punjab Parties, Farmers Rue Absence of Agricultural Relief
Political parties and farmer unions in Punjab have expressed strong disappointment over the Union Budget's failure to provide specific relief measures for the state's agriculture sector, citing ongoing challenges.
Adampur Airport Renamed After Guru Ravidas by PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has officially renamed Adampur Airport in Punjab as Guru Ravidas Airport, honoring the 15th-century saint and social reformer. This significant move celebrates his legacy and spiritual contributions to Indian society.
Geopolitics Drives India's Critical Minerals Focus
India intensifies efforts to secure critical minerals like lithium and cobalt, driven by geopolitical competition and clean energy transition needs, aiming to reduce import dependence.
Bengaluru Passenger Wins Compensation for Curry Spill
A Bengaluru resident received compensation after a flight attendant spilled hot curry on him during a Bangkok-Bengaluru flight. The consumer commission ruled the airline vicariously liable for the incident.
Congress Slams Punjab Govt Over Unused VIP Helipad
Senior Congress leader Sukhpal Singh Khaira demands white paper on Mohali helipad expenditure, calling it political vanity overriding public interest.
Stalin Slams Union Budget 2026-27 as 'Major Disappointment'
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin criticizes the Union Budget 2026-27, calling it a 'major disappointment' and accusing the Centre of step-motherly treatment towards the state.
AP High Court Slams Politicians' Language, Orders Security
The Andhra Pradesh High Court made strong observations on politicians' conduct, emphasizing sober language and public harmony. It directed security for YSRCP leader Ambati Rambabu's family after violent incidents.
Bengaluru: Elderly Woman Raped, Murdered by Domestic Help
A 65-year-old woman was allegedly raped and murdered by her domestic help in Bengaluru's KAS Colony. The accused later died by suicide. Police investigation ongoing.
Delhi's Budget Allocation Unchanged at Rs 1,348 Crore
Delhi's allocation in Union Budget 2026-27 remains Rs 1,348 crore, with Rs 951 crore for UT schemes and Rs 380 crore for Chandrawal water plant. Political reactions vary from praise to criticism.
Gurgaon Gets ₹315 Crore Waste Management Project Approval
Haryana government grants revised administrative approval for ₹315.2 crore municipal solid waste collection project in Gurgaon, addressing delays and public complaints about garbage pile-ups.
AAP MP Slams Budget 2026 for Ignoring Punjab's Needs
Aam Aadmi Party MP Malvinder Singh Kang expressed disappointment with Union Budget 2026, highlighting lack of support for farmers, labourers, and sports infrastructure in Punjab.
DOJ Misconduct Complaint Against Judge Boasberg Dismissed
A federal appeals court has dismissed a judicial misconduct complaint filed by the US Justice Department against Chief US District Judge James Boasberg over remarks about Trump administration's deportation efforts.
Mamata Calls Budget 2026 'Humpty Dumpty', No Relief for Common Man
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee criticizes Union Budget 2026-27, calling it a 'Humpty Dumpty' budget with nothing for the common man. Details on new tax slabs, price changes, and political reactions.
Mysuru Tops Karnataka BPL Card Cancellations Outside Bengaluru
Mysuru district recorded the highest cancellation of Below Poverty Line cards in Karnataka, excluding Bengaluru, with 23,359 BPL cards converted to APL status based on 14 eligibility parameters.
Madras HC Orders Strict Vigilance on Tirunelveli Quarries
Madras High Court directs authorities to maintain strict surveillance over quarrying and transport in Radhapuram taluk, Tirunelveli, following a PIL alleging violations by heavy vehicles on narrow village roads.
Stalin: Vallalar Conference, BJP 'Octopus' Attacking Federalism
Tamil Nadu CM M K Stalin announces international Vallalar conference in Chennai while launching scathing attack on BJP-led Centre, accusing it of weakening federal structure and promoting authoritarian politics.
Beijing Paper Slams Panama Court Over CK Hutchison Ports Ruling
A pro-Beijing newspaper criticizes Panama's top court for voiding CK Hutchison's port contract, alleging US pressure and urging Hong Kong businesses to avoid investment in the region.
Bhuj Earthquake 25 Years: Unfinished Seismic Safety Lessons
A quarter-century after the devastating Bhuj earthquake, India's seismic safety measures remain incomplete. The disaster exposed vulnerabilities in modern infrastructure, from buildings to hospitals.
Lal Bahadur Shastri: History's Overlooked Humble Leader
Lal Bahadur Shastri's tenure as Prime Minister exemplified humility and moral authority during India's war and economic challenges, yet his contributions are often forgotten in historical narratives.
Punjab FM Criticizes Union Budget 2026 for Neglecting Farmers
Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema strongly criticized Union Budget 2026-27, accusing Centre of ignoring farmers' concerns, reducing key subsidies, and showing regional bias against northern states like Punjab.
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