ACB Arrests Mines Surveyor in Disproportionate Assets Case
The Anti-Corruption Bureau arrested a Prakasam district mines surveyor for amassing wealth beyond known income. Searches revealed flats, land, cash, gold, and luxury items.
Category : Politics
Meghalaya HC Orders Arrests After Coal Mine Disaster
The Meghalaya High Court has taken suo motu cognizance of a coal mine disaster in East Jaintia Hills, where 25 bodies have been recovered. The court criticized authorities for allowing illegal mining to continue and ordered the immediate arrest of mine ow
Ranchi Lawyers Protest Police Officer's Alleged Misconduct
Court proceedings in Ranchi were disrupted as lawyers protested against a police officer accused of misbehaving with women advocates. The bar association demands an independent inquiry and action against the officer.
Manipur Protests Erupt Over Kuki-Zo-Hmar MLAs Joining Government
Thousands protested across Manipur's hill districts, accusing three Kuki-Zo-Hmar legislators of betraying community demands by joining the new government. Effigies were burned, and a total shutdown was observed amid heightened security.
Amaravati Construction Accelerates: Minister Reviews Progress
Minister Dr P Narayana announced rapid progress in Amaravati's construction, with 350 km of trunk roads and 1,500 km of layout roads underway. Land pooling for key projects is being resolved village by village.
Ex-Health Official Jailed 7 Years in AP Bribery Case
A Kurnool ACB court sentenced retired Kadapa DCHS Dr Madabhushi Sesha Padmaja to 7 years imprisonment and fines for demanding a bribe for an increment approval, marking AP's first conviction under the amended anti-corruption law.
Mysterious Earth Noises Cause Panic in Karnataka Village
Residents of Dakulagi village in Karnataka's Bidar district report strange noises and mild tremors from the ground for days, prompting official investigation amid growing anxiety.
Toll Relief for Partially Opened Expressways Announced
The road transport ministry has issued a notification aligning toll rates on partially operational expressways with those of national highways for up to one year, providing relief to commuters on key corridors.
Pappu Yadav Resists Arrest, Accuses Bihar Police of Conspiracy
Purnia MP Pappu Yadav resisted arrest by Bihar Police at his Patna residence, alleging a conspiracy to kill him over a 35-year-old case. He vowed to fight the arrest in court.
India Rejects Pakistan's Claims on Mosque Attack
India strongly dismissed Pakistan's accusations linking it to the suicide bomb attack at a Shia mosque in Islamabad that killed 31 people, calling the claims baseless and pointless.
Delhi Police Op Shashtra Targets Weapon Glorification on Social Media
Delhi Police has launched Operation Shashtra to tackle the dangerous trend of weapon glorification on social media by youths and gangs. The crackdown has resulted in 61 FIRs, 67 arrests, and seizure of firearms and ammunition.
Ranchi Court Bomb Threat Hoax, Security Enhanced
Ranchi police declared a bomb threat to the civil court a hoax after deploying bomb squads and sniffer dogs. The email, referencing Tamil Nadu and LTTE, triggered security checks amid similar threats in Odisha and Bihar.
Ranchi Wards 26, 27 Vote to End Water Crisis, Sanitation Issues
Residents of Ranchi Municipal Corporation wards 26 and 27 head to polls demanding solutions to severe water shortages and irregular sanitation services affecting daily life and hygiene.
Swachhata Drive in Manimajra Schools Focuses on Waste Management
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation conducted a Swachh Survekshan-2026 campaign at Government Model Schools in Manimajra, educating students on waste segregation, home composting, and plastic ban enforcement.
Punjab Governor Leads Anti-Drug March in Tarn Taran on Feb 9
Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria will lead a major anti-drug march in Tarn Taran on February 9, with students and volunteers participating to raise awareness against drug abuse.
Court Rejects Bail in Amritsar Rs 80 Lakh Fraud Case
An Amritsar court has refused bail to Ankit Kumar, accused of embezzling Rs 80 lakh from a cloth trader. The case involves alleged fraud uncovered during a business account review, with police investigations ongoing.
Shivakumar Forecasts Congress Victory in Karnataka 2028
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar asserts Congress will regain power in the state during the 2028 Assembly elections, speaking at a foundation stone ceremony in Puttur.
MLAs Push for Commercial Crops at Hubballi Chilli Mela
MLA NH Konaraddi inaugurated the 14th dry red chilli mela in Hubballi, urging farmers to adopt commercial crops and new varieties while calling for government subsidies and export support.
Delhi Police's Operation Milap Reunites Families
Delhi Police's Operation Milap in the South-East District has successfully reunited families, bringing heartwarming stories of restored connections and lost smiles. Led by DCP Satish Golcha and ACP Hemant Tiwari, the initiative highlights community polici
Burglary in Bantwal Village During Temple Festival, Police Probe
Thieves broke into a house in Balthila village, Bantwal taluk, while the family attended a temple fair. Gold ornaments and cash were stolen, with police investigating the forced entry.
Senior Journalist K.V. Srinivasan Passes Away in Mysuru
K.V. Srinivasan, a respected senior journalist from Mysuru, Karnataka, has passed away at the age of 75. He was known for his contributions to journalism and his work with various publications.
Udupi Residents Protest Dog Shelter, Seek Alternative Location
Residents of Uppoor, Havanje, and Aroor protested outside the Udupi DC's office against a proposed dog shelter, citing lack of consultation, health concerns, and demands for alternative development projects.
Udhayanidhi Distributes Sports Kits, Criticizes AIADMK-BJP Ties
Deputy CM Udhayanidhi Stalin launched sports equipment distribution in Trichy, while in Thanjavur he attacked AIADMK's Edappadi Palaniswami for praising the Union Budget, calling him a 'savage slave' of BJP.
Madurai Waste Collection Crisis: Overflowing Bins Plague City
Madurai residents endure overflowing garbage bins due to irregular waste collection, with civic activists highlighting health risks. Corporation officials cite truck maintenance issues as the cause, promising normalization with extra drives.
Navi Mumbai Police Hit 80% Crime Detection in 2025
Navi Mumbai police achieved an 80% crime detection rate in 2025, a 3% rise from 2024. Conviction rates increased, with cyber crime detection doubling and high rates for crimes against women.
AIADMK Worker Beheaded in Madurai; Family Dispute Blamed
A 35-year-old AIADMK functionary was brutally beheaded in Samanatham village, Madurai. Police have arrested three, including two minors, linking the murder to a family dispute, not a drunken brawl as initially rumored.
Madurai AIIMS Progressing Fast, 2028 Opening Likely
AIADMK MLA V V Rajan Chellappa confirms rapid progress on Madurai AIIMS, with over 40% civil work complete. The institution is expected to be fully operational by 2028, potentially inaugurated by EPS and PM Modi.
Rs 24 Lakh Theft from Moving Truck on Bengaluru-Pune Highway
Robbers targeted a moving truck on the Bengaluru-Pune national highway, stealing mobile phones and dry fruits worth Rs 24 lakh. The theft was discovered after the truck's tracking device was broken, alerting the company.
BJP vs Congress in Jharkhand Over Business Climate Claims
The BJP alleges Jharkhand's JMM-led government is stifling trade with lawlessness and corruption, while Congress dismisses it as political frustration and points to BJP's own record.
Owaisi Attacks Assam CM Over 'Trouble Miya Muslims' Remarks
AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi sharply criticized Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma for his controversial remarks targeting 'Miya Muslims,' calling them divisive and unconstitutional.
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