Noida Police Plans Six Water Outposts for River Safety
Gautam Budh Nagar police propose six water police outposts in Noida to boost safety at rivers and canals during religious events, with rescue boats and trained staff.
Category : Politics
Odisha Reshuffles 20 IAS Officers, Sethi Appointed Chairman
The Odisha government announced a major reshuffle of 20 IAS officers, appointing Bishnupada Sethi as chairman of the Odisha Forest Development Corporation and making other key administrative changes.
Adityanath Orders Murder Cases for Chinese Manjha Deaths
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has directed that all deaths caused by Chinese manjha be treated as murder cases, following a fatal incident in Lucknow. He also ordered strict action against officials and a state-wide crackdown on the sale of
Court Questions Police on Zoomed Video Evidence in Turkman Gate Case
A Delhi court cautioned police about relying on zoomed-in video footage to identify accused in the Turkman Gate violence case, highlighting concerns over evidence clarity and procedural integrity.
Earthquake Hits Lucknow, Epicenter in Gonda; Minor Tremors Reported
A mild earthquake struck Lucknow with its epicenter in Gonda district. The National Center for Seismology reported no significant damages or injuries. Authorities are monitoring the situation closely.
Jharkhand HC Denies Divorce in Satsang Conjugal Dispute
Jharkhand High Court upholds family court's decision, ruling that a wife's religious adherence to a Satsang does not constitute cruelty for divorce under Hindu marriage law.
Why CPI(M) and BJP Sound Alike on Kerala's Minority Question
In Kerala's Assembly polls, CPI(M) and BJP share rhetoric on IUML influence, warning of communal risks if UDF wins, highlighting shifting voter dynamics and political strategies.
Congress to Contest All 294 Seats in 2026 Bengal Polls Alone
Congress has severed its decade-long alliance with the Left Front, deciding to contest all 294 seats in the 2026 West Bengal assembly elections, creating a four-cornered contest.
India's Defence Budget 2026-27: Analysis of Strategic Priorities
India's Defence Budget 2026-27 allocates Rs 7.85 lakh crore, marking a 15% increase. While boosting modernisation and indigenous production, it faces structural challenges against China's military expansion and regional threats.
Bus Catches Fire on Bengaluru Highway, 30 Escape
A private bus traveling from Bengaluru to Kalaburagi caught fire on NH-48 near Nelamangala, gutting the vehicle completely. All 30 passengers evacuated safely with minor injuries.
Father Strangles Daughter for Crying for Food, Resumes Drinking
A five-year-old girl in Jalandhar was allegedly beaten and strangled to death by her alcoholic father after she cried for food. The accused, Arvinder Singh, has been arrested.
Ex-SGPC Chief: No Compromise Till Sukhbir Badal Resigns
Giani Harpreet Singh, former SGPC chief, rejects any compromise in Shiromani Akali Dal until Sukhbir Singh Badal steps down as president, citing violations of Akal Takht edicts.
Manipur Clashes Over MLA's Deputy CM Appointment
Violent protests erupted in Manipur's Churachandpur as Kuki-Zo community members clashed with security forces, opposing MLA Nemcha Kipgen's decision to join the state government as deputy chief minister.
Nagpur: ₹5 Crore Fraud in Fake Road Project Scam
Nagpur police register a major cheating case involving ₹5 crore. Accused from Meerut promised large-scale road projects in Maharashtra, duping two companies.
Odisha CM Vows 'People's Budget' from Citizen Suggestions
Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi announced the upcoming state budget will be shaped by public input, with over 50 experts participating in pre-budget consultations. The government is incorporating suggestions from web portals, emails, and messages
Pune Registration Bhavan to Open by End of February
The eight-storeyed Registration Bhavan in Pune is set to start operations by late February, centralizing key services and improving citizen access with modern infrastructure.
Ghaziabad Court Acquits Two in Dowry Death Case
A Ghaziabad court acquitted a husband and mother-in-law in an eight-year-old dowry death case, citing lack of evidence linking their actions to the woman's suicide. The prosecution failed to prove cruelty or dowry demands immediately before her death.
Manesar to Create Designated Street Vending Zones
The Municipal Corporation of Manesar will establish 10 designated street vending zones to regulate businesses, reduce traffic congestion, and provide basic amenities to vendors.
Court: GREF Part of Armed Forces, Widow Wins Pension
Punjab and Haryana High Court rules GREF members are part of armed forces, not regular workmen, upholding extraordinary pension for Shaurya Chakra recipient's widow after 2000 border death.
Telangana to Introduce Hate Speech Law in Budget Session
Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy announces a new hate speech law in Telangana, modeled after Karnataka's bill, to protect minorities and ensure social harmony ahead of municipal elections.
Gurgaon's Neglected 2.8km Road Puts Commuters at Risk
A 2.8km stretch in Gurgaon, once part of the Dwarka Expressway alignment, is riddled with potholes, causing hazardous commutes for thousands. Residents demand urgent repairs as GMDA awaits approval for a redevelopment plan costing Rs 18.9 crore.
BJP's Leela Hathibed Set for Nagpur Deputy Mayor Post
BJP corporator Leela Hathibed emerges as the ruling party's candidate for Nagpur deputy mayor election. With BJP's strong majority, her election appears certain, highlighting her grassroots leadership.
Nagpur Municipal Corporation Elects Mayor After 4-Year Administrative Rule
Nagpur Municipal Corporation holds its first special general body meeting to elect a mayor and deputy mayor, marking the end of nearly four years under administrative control and restoring political accountability.
Neeta Thakre to Become Nagpur's 55th Mayor at Age 55
Neeta Thakre, a 4-term BJP corporator, is poised to become Nagpur's 55th mayor. With an educational background and grassroots politics, her journey reflects sustained local engagement and family support.
Odisha Minister Demands War-Footing Water Project Completion
State Rural Development Minister Rabi Narayan Naik has issued a stern warning to agencies, demanding immediate completion of drinking water projects in Ganjam district before summer arrives.
Telangana Farm Fund Imbalance: 21% to Top 1.2% of Wealthy Farmers
Ahead of the state budget, a study reveals Telangana's Rythu Bharosa scheme disproportionately benefits wealthy farmers, with 21% of funds going to just 1.2% of farmers, raising sustainability concerns.
GNIDA Expands Waste Collection to Badalpur for Zero-Waste Village
Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority extends door-to-door garbage collection to Badalpur village, partnering with NGO Feedback Foundation to achieve zero-waste status and improve sanitation.
Gujarat Dalit Student Suicide: Principal, Teachers Booked
A 19-year-old Dalit nursing student in Gujarat died by suicide, alleging harassment by teachers. An FIR has been filed against the principal and three teachers under abetment and SC-ST Act.
AMC Withdraws Rs 32 Cr Slaughterhouse Plan After BJP MLA's Protest
Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation has rolled back a Rs 32 crore provision for a modern slaughterhouse in its draft budget following objections from a BJP MLA, sparking a political clash over ideology and urban planning.
Gurgaon Sanitation Workers Suspend Strike, Demand Arrest
MCG sanitation workers in Gurgaon have suspended their three-day strike after an FIR was filed but demand the arrest of a councillor's husband by Monday, threatening renewed protests.
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