DMK MP Bill Seeks Judicial Diversity, Regional SC Benches
DMK MP P Wilson introduces a private member Bill advocating for diversity in judicial appointments, regional Supreme Court benches, and constitutional status for the collegium system.
Category : Politics
Singapore Jails Indian-Origin Man for S$268K Carousell Scam
A 31-year-old Indian-origin man in Singapore has been sentenced to 2 years in prison for cheating a woman out of over S$268,000 through a Carousell scam involving fake PS4 sales and personal sob stories.
U.S. Fines Defense Contractors for Ukraine Ammo Delays
The U.S. Army is imposing fines on defense contractors like Northrop Grumman for critical artillery shell delays to Ukraine, signaling a tougher Pentagon stance on supply-chain accountability during wartime.
BJP Counters NC's J&K 'Special Status' Demand in Assembly
BJP leader Sunil Sharma challenged the National Conference to show where 'special status' for Jammu & Kashmir is mentioned in the Indian Constitution, dismissing the demand as 'no status' during a heated assembly debate.
BMTC Electric Bus Kills 20-Year-Old Beautician in Bengaluru
A 20-year-old beautician from Manipur was killed after a BMTC electric bus rear-ended her scooter near KR Pura railway station. The driver has been arrested under BNS sections.
Ex-Police Officer's Wife Shot Dead in Hoshiarpur Village
A 62-year-old woman, wife of a former Punjab Police sub-inspector, was fatally shot by unidentified assailants in Mahindwani Gujran village near Garhshankar. The incident occurred as she was returning from a shrine visit on Saturday morning.
Himachal Pradesh Generates Rs 26,683 Crore in 3 Years
Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu announced the state generated Rs 26,683 crore from its own resources over three years, highlighting financial achievements and concerns over discontinued grants.
TN Power Hires Summer Staff, Experts Warn of Safety Risks
Tamil Nadu's power distribution corporation has authorized hiring additional temporary staff for summer maintenance, but experts caution that using unskilled labor for high-risk electrical work could lead to accidents and fatalities.
Ex-DMK Leader Alleges Police Harassment, Threat to Life in Madurai
V K Guruswamy, former DMK zonal chairman, claims Madurai police have filed false cases against his family and failed to provide protection despite a 2023 murder attempt in Bengaluru.
TN Info Panel Orders Action Against Official for RTI Cover-Up
The Tamil Nadu State Information Commission has directed departmental action against a deputy tahsildar for attempting to conceal an omission in an RTI reply regarding land record implementation in Chengalpet district.
Madras HC Panel to Probe Shrimp Farming in Tiruvarur
The Madras High Court has established a three-member expert committee to investigate shrimp farming practices in Tiruvarur's ecologically sensitive areas, focusing on licensing, environmental compliance, and chemical use.
Himachal CM Sukhu Calls for Support on 'Chitta-Free' Campaign
Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu urged legislators to actively support the 'Chitta-Free Himachal' campaign and submit development priorities for the upcoming budget.
Nashik Rural Crime Up 7% in 2025, Detection Rate Improves
Nashik Rural Police reported an 8,615 crime cases in 2025, a 7% increase from 2024. While detection rate improved to 80%, incidents of riots, assaults, abductions, and sexual harassment surged significantly.
Congress Warns of Street Protests Over Goa Status Bill
Congress leaders warn of nationwide street protests if the Goa special status bill fails in Parliament. The Constitutional Amendment Bill 2025 aims to protect Goa's identity, cultural heritage, and rights of marginalized communities.
US Ties Tariff Relief to India's Russian Oil Imports
The United States has removed a 25% tariff on Indian goods but will monitor India's oil imports from Russia. This move is framed as a national security measure related to Ukraine, with tariffs potentially returning if commitments are broken.
Berhampur Introduces QR Codes for Online Stall Rent Payments
Berhampur Municipal Corporation has launched a QR code system to collect monthly rents from 868 stalls and 236 vending units, aiming to streamline payments and increase transparency.
UK Revokes Indian Community TV Channel Licenses Over Political Ties
UK regulator Ofcom has revoked broadcasting licenses for MATV National and MATV Music, citing editorial control issues and political disqualification of the channel's director linked to Overseas Friends of BJP.
Diaz Club Faces Show Cause Notice from Goa Panchayat for Violations
Anjuna-Caisua panchayat has issued a show cause notice to Diaz Club owner under Section 72 of the Goa Panchayat Raj Act, demanding explanation for operating without final trade license and other alleged irregularities.
Six More Arrested in Perambalur Bomb Attack, Total Now 15
Six absconding suspects have been arrested in the Perambalur bomb attack case, bringing total detentions to 15. The prime accused was previously shot dead by police during a weapon recovery operation.
Marathwada Local Elections See 65% Turnout
Elections for zilla parishad and panchayat samiti in four Marathwada districts concluded peacefully with Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar leading at 65% voter turnout by evening.
Deadly Open Pits in Cities Spark Safety Concerns
Recent fatal accidents in Delhi and Noida highlight the lethal danger of unbarricaded construction pits on city roads. Urban experts warn Bhubaneswar faces similar risks with widespread sewerage and drainage work lacking basic safety measures.
BJP MLA Accuses Congress Leader of Land Grab in Jind
BJP MLA Devender Attri accuses former Union minister Birender Singh of deceitfully converting a community-donated college into private property, alleging conspiracy and lack of development in Uchana Kalan.
Thane Court Acquits Spa Manager in Prostitution Case
A Thane sessions court acquitted a spa manager accused of running a prostitution racket and trafficking women, citing insufficient evidence and failure to prove charges beyond reasonable doubt.
BJP MLA Accuses Himachal Govt of Treating Meetings as Formality
BJP MLA Vipin Parmar alleges the Congress-led Himachal Pradesh government treats legislative priority meetings as a mere formality, with critical funds for roads, water, and irrigation projects delayed for years.
Trichy Seminar Calls for Voterology as Separate Academic Field
A seminar at Trichy Govt Law College emphasized establishing Voterology as a distinct discipline to study voters and elections systematically, highlighting its Tamil Nadu origins and role in democratic awareness.
Maoist Leader Nikhil Surrenders, Calls for Return to Mainstream
Senior CPI (Maoist) leader Niranjan Rout alias Nikhil surrendered in Rayagada, Odisha, appealing to his former comrades to leave the armed struggle and join the democratic mainstream. He and his wife, both carrying high bounties, were among 16 Maoists who
Goa Beach Bar Sealed for Pollution Violations
The Bardez mamlatdar has ordered the immediate sealing of 'Kiki by the Sea' in Assagao after the Goa State Pollution Control Board found repeated non-compliance with environmental regulations.
Malegaon Lift Mishap: 18 Politicians Rescued
Eighteen individuals, including political leaders from ISLAM and Samajwadi parties, were rescued after an elevator malfunctioned at the Malegaon Corporation building. The incident occurred post-election, with the lift dropping rapidly and getting stuck be
Court Grants Bail to Nightclub Co-Owner in NOC Forgery Case
A Mapusa court has granted bail to Ajay Gupta, co-owner of Birch by Romeo Lane, in a health NOC forgery case. The court noted the document did not mention excise licensing. Gupta remains in custody over the fatal nightclub fire.
MP Urges Tamil Nadu CM for Maize Price Support to Aid Farmers
Durai Vaiko, MP, has called on Chief Minister M K Stalin to implement market intervention pricing or targeted subsidies for maize farmers facing severe losses due to plummeting market prices, citing examples from other states.
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