Nagpur Civic Body Reboots with Newly Elected House
After four years of administrative rule, Nagpur Municipal Corporation's elected representatives convened in a historic meeting marked by fresh faces, gender balance, and symbolic attire.
Category : Politics
Pune-Mumbai Expressway Gridlocked by Weekend & Election Traffic
Severe traffic congestion plagued the Pune-Mumbai Expressway on Friday, with peak-hour snarls near Lonavla. Officials cite weekend travel and voters heading for Saturday's local elections as key factors.
Gujarat Creates Rs 100 Crore Urban Transport Fund for Cities
The Gujarat government has approved a Rs 100 crore Urban Transport Fund to tackle traffic challenges in Ahmedabad and Surat, aiming to improve public transport and reduce congestion.
Nagpur Committee Election Stalls Amid BJP Internal Rift
The election for 16 Nagpur Municipal Corporation standing committee members was abruptly canceled, revealing deep divisions within the ruling BJP despite recent electoral victories.
Om Birla: Over 19 Hours Wasted in Budget Session Disruptions
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla adjourned proceedings as Opposition MPs protested, wasting over 19 hours. Rajya Sabha saw discussions on railways and agriculture, with private member Bills introduced.
Chandigarh Taxi Driver Murdered in Alleged Revenge Killing
A 25-year-old taxi driver from Chandigarh was kidnapped and murdered, with police suspecting revenge for a 2025 accidental death. The victim was engaged to be married.
Trump Revokes India Tariff Over Russian Oil After Trade Deal
US President Donald Trump signed an executive order removing a 25% tariff on Indian imports, imposed due to New Delhi's Russian oil purchases. This follows a new trade agreement between the two nations.
Chennai's Panaiyur Residents Protest Political Party Disruption
Residents of Panaiyur, a coastal area in Chennai, report severe disruptions to daily life due to political activities, including traffic jams and blocked roads from major party headquarters and leaders' homes.
Ahmedabad Man Files FIR 2 Years After Phone Theft
A 72-year-old retired man in Ahmedabad finally lodged an FIR for his stolen mobile phone after a 25-month delay, highlighting issues in minor theft case handling by police.
India's Urban Boom: Local Design Key for 40 Crore New Dwellers
At the 74th National Town Planners Conference in Ahmedabad, experts warned that India must shift to local, people-centric urban design to manage 35-40 crore new urban residents by 2030, focusing on sustainability and quality of life.
Karnataka HC Stays Police Probe Against Drone Firm Newspace
The Karnataka High Court has stayed a police investigation against Bengaluru-based Newspace Research and Technologies over a drone trespass case, citing procedural lapses and questioning police authority under Drone Rules.
Woman Files Police Complaint Over Theft from Checked Baggage at Bengaluru Airport
A 62-year-old US citizen alleges gold, diamond jewelry, cash, and medicines worth crores were stolen from her checked baggage during a flight from Bengaluru to Abu Dhabi in November 2025. She filed a police complaint after returning from the US.
Jaipur Police Issues Corrigendum in Ambedkar Circle Naming Row
The Jaipur traffic police issued a corrigendum after a notification referring to Ambedkar Circle as Polo Circle sparked outrage from opposition parties and Dalit organizations.
AAP Govt Gives Rs 5 Lakh to Unanimously Elected Panchayats
In a significant move, AAP MLAs in Punjab's Ajnala and Ramdas constituencies distributed cheques of Rs 5 lakh each to panchayats elected unanimously, fulfilling a key election promise by CM Bhagwant Mann.
Child Rights Panel Reviews Amritsar Childcare Homes
Ruchi Bawa, Vice-Chairperson of the Punjab State Commission for Protection of Child Rights, conducted inspections of childcare institutions in Amritsar to assess compliance with child protection norms and discuss policy enforcement with local officials.
Punjab Backward Classes Commission Reviews Welfare Schemes
Punjab State Backward Classes Commission Chairman Malkit Singh Thind reviewed welfare schemes for backward classes in Tarn Taran, emphasizing timely benefits and public awareness.
1926 Legislative Assembly: Bills to Amend Criminal Law
In February 1926, the Legislative Assembly introduced pivotal non-official Bills to reform criminal law, including repeals of repressive acts and safeguards for public rights, reflecting long-standing public demands for legal changes.
SC Examines 'Right to Be Forgotten' for Online News Removal
The Supreme Court will review if the 'right to be forgotten' applies to deleting online news after a banker, discharged in a money laundering case, sought removal of reports. The case challenges a Delhi High Court order, raising press freedom concerns.
TN VC Appointments Delayed by Elections Despite Court Order
Educationists warn that Tamil Nadu universities may not get Vice-Chancellors before the next academic year due to Assembly elections, despite the Supreme Court lifting its stay on state government appointment powers. They urge a temporary compromise.
Kolkata Woman Alleges Stalking, Assault by Ex-Partner
A 28-year-old woman in Kolkata has filed a police complaint alleging stalking, criminal intimidation, sexual threats, assault, and defamation by a man she previously dated, seeking immediate protection and an FIR.
Jaipur Waste Management: Training Fails to Fix Garbage Collection Issues
Jaipur Municipal Corporation conducts capacity-building workshops for sanitation staff, but residents report persistent problems with irregular garbage collection, foul smells, and unhygienic conditions across multiple zones.
Jaipur E-Rickshaw Zones Launched Despite Low Applications
The Rajasthan government has launched three new e-rickshaw zones in Jaipur, covering North, Central, and Jaipur Junction areas, despite receiving only 1,405 applications against 8,200 proposed allotments. The remaining zones will be rolled out by February
Jaipur Sanitation Workers Set 7-Day Deadline for JMC
The Sayukt Valmiki Evam Safayi Shramik Sangh met with Jaipur Municipal Corporation officials, demanding action on recruitment and unresolved issues. A detailed report must be submitted to the state government within seven days.
Ahmedabad Couple Found Hanging in Temple, Police Investigate
A man and woman were discovered hanging in an Ahmedabad temple complex, with police investigating a suspected suicide linked to their workplace romance. The incident has sparked local tension and a detailed probe.
Shivakumar's Sarcastic Reply to Yathindra on CM Siddaramaiah
In a sarcastic retort, D K Shivakumar labeled Yathindra Siddaramaiah as 'our high command' after Yathindra asserted his father, CM Siddaramaiah, will continue in office, highlighting internal dynamics in Karnataka politics.
BJP-JD(S) Alliance Confirmed for Karnataka Polls
Senior BJP leader B S Yediyurappa announces that the party will contest upcoming elections in Karnataka alongside JD(S), following discussions between leaders in New Delhi.
Congress Accuses BJP of Misusing Gandhi Image to Promote Violence
The Karnataka Congress has formally accused the BJP of publishing an advertisement that misuses Mahatma Gandhi's image to allegedly glorify violence, sparking a political controversy.
SC Allows Minor to Terminate 30-Week Pregnancy, Cites Mental Health
The Supreme Court of India has permitted a minor woman to terminate her 30-week pregnancy, emphasizing reproductive autonomy and mental health over physical concerns. The ruling overturns a Bombay High Court decision that had refused termination.
CJ Roy Death: SIT Probes Financials in Ongoing Investigation
The Special Investigation Team continues its probe into the death of CJ Roy, focusing on financial records and other evidence to uncover the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Kochi: Men Arrested for Drugging Teen, Forcing Jewelry Theft
Palluruthy police arrested two brothers for allegedly befriending a 16-year-old, addicting him to drugs, and blackmailing him into stealing his mother's gold anklet. The accused sold the jewelry to fund their drug trade.
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