Bangladesh Elections: Final Campaign Push Before Feb 12 Polls
Candidates across Bangladesh intensify last-minute campaigning, with rallies and door-to-door efforts, as the nation prepares for the February 12 general elections amid tight security.
Category : Politics
VP Radhakrishnan Attends Banquet for Seychelles President
Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar attended a state banquet hosted by President Droupadi Murmu for Seychelles President Wavel Ramkalawan, highlighting India's diplomatic engagement with the island nation.
India's BRICS Chairmanship Kicks Off with Sherpa Meet
India has launched its BRICS chairmanship with the first Sherpa and Sous-Sherpa meeting in New Delhi, setting the stage for enhanced cooperation among member nations.
Mauritius PM Hails Modi Talks, Affirms AI Summit Collaboration
Mauritian Prime Minister Pravind Jugnauth described his recent call with Indian PM Narendra Modi as highly constructive, with both leaders committing to enhanced cooperation at the upcoming AI Summit.
FBI Seeks Public Help in Nancy Guthrie Kidnapping Case
The FBI remains unaware of communication between Savannah Guthrie's family and kidnappers after her mother's disappearance. A $50,000 reward is offered as authorities investigate ransom letters.
BJP Leads Maharashtra Rural Polls, NCP Dominates Pune
BJP significantly expanded its rural reach in Maharashtra, becoming the largest party in zilla parishad and panchayat samiti elections across 12 districts, while NCP swept Pune riding a sympathy wave.
Court Sentences Man to 20 Years for Child Rape, Notes Abuse Rise
A Chhota Udepur court sentenced a man to 20 years for raping a 14-year-old girl, while observing an increase in child sexual exploitation cases, especially by relatives, and stressing sensitive handling.
Telangana HC Questions Agitation Participants vs Freedom Fighters
The Telangana High Court questioned whether ordinary citizens who participated in the Telangana agitation could be equated with freedom fighters who fought against British colonial rule and the Nizam of Hyderabad.
Telangana CM Warns of Southern Injustice in Delimitation
Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy urges the Centre to address South Indian states' concerns over delimitation, warning of injustice if based on population. He proposes increasing Lok Sabha seats while maintaining regional balance.
Vadodara Burglar's Failed Redemption Leads to Arrest
Prahlad Dadhich, a serial burglar, attempted to reform by opening a shop in Maharashtra but returned to crime in Vadodara after business losses, leading to his arrest with accomplices for multiple thefts.
Chandigarh: Life Term for 2019 Double Murder of Sisters
A Chandigarh court has sentenced the son of a retired police official to life imprisonment for the 2019 murder of two sisters at a Sector 22 PG. The court rejected his plea for leniency, citing the heinous nature of the crime.
Chandigarh Man Dies in House Fire, Suspected Suicide
A 60-year-old man was found dead in his burning house in Maloya, Chandigarh. Police suspect suicide as both doors were locked from inside and no signs of struggle were found.
Panchkula Court Bomb Threat Email Prompts Evacuation, Search
An email threatening a bomb attack was sent to the Panchkula district court sessions judge, leading to evacuation and a thorough search by police squads. No explosives were found, but security has been increased.
Chidambaram Slams Union Budget 2026-2027 in Rajya Sabha
Congress MP P Chidambaram labeled the Union Budget 2026-2027 as cautious and forgettable, highlighting cuts in capital expenditure and slow economic reforms during Rajya Sabha discussions.
Congress vs BJP Over PMO Note on Lok Sabha Questions
Congress criticizes PMO for instructing Lok Sabha to block questions on PM CARES and other funds, while BJP counters that UPA also kept PMNRF details confidential under RTI.
Yunus Urges 'Yes' Vote in Bangladesh Referendum
Nobel Peace Prize winner Muhammad Yunus calls for a 'Yes' vote in Bangladesh's upcoming referendum, warning that it will prevent 'misrule' and support comprehensive 84-point reforms.
Trump Threatens Canada-US Bridge Closure, Global Updates
Former US President Donald Trump threatens to halt the opening of a key Canada-US bridge. Meanwhile, Japan's security policies shift rightward, and Mauritius deepens AI collaboration with India.
EU Officials Grilled Over Russian Oil Cap 'Failure'
EU officials faced intense questioning in Brussels over whether new sanctions on Russian oil prove the price cap has failed. They defended the measures as strengthening sanctions.
EC Accuses Bengal Govt of Sabotaging SIR Process
The Election Commission of India has filed an affidavit in the Supreme Court alleging systematic attempts by West Bengal's ruling party and government to derail the SIR exercise.
India, Seychelles Boost Ties with Joint Vision and $175M Package
India and Seychelles have adopted a Joint Vision for sustainability and security, signed key agreements, and announced a $175 million economic package during President Herminie's visit to New Delhi.
Bawankule: Maharashtra Rejects Negative Politics, Backs Development
Former BJP minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule asserts Maha Vikas Aghadi is losing ground as Mahayuti gains strength in rural and urban areas, citing recent electoral trends.
Surat's Tapi River Intake Well Tilt Sparks Stability Fears
A drop in water levels at the Tapi River weir-cum-causeway has exposed a visible tilt in an under-construction Rs 90-crore intake well in Sarthana, prompting investigations and raising alarms over project stability and potential negligence.
Godhra: 10-Year Jail for 53kg Beef Possession
A sessions court in Godhra has sentenced two individuals to 10 years' imprisonment for possessing 53kg of bovine meat. The accused were caught after their car broke down, leading to a police investigation and forensic confirmation of the meat's origin.
Chandigarh MC Cuts Water to 102 Homes Over Unpaid Tax
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation issues 102 water disconnection notices to residential property tax defaulters in a first-of-its-kind enforcement action to boost revenue recovery.
ECI Directly Selects Telangana Officials for Poll Duty
The Election Commission of India has bypassed state governments to directly select senior bureaucrats from Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, and Karnataka as election observers for upcoming polls in West Bengal and Tamil Nadu.
Vadodara Man Held for Rash Driving, Damaging Govt Property
A 33-year-old businessman from Vadodara was arrested by Raopura police after his car crashed into a traffic signal while overtaking, captured on CCTV. He faces charges for rash driving and damaging government property.
Cop's Wife Booked for Viral Puppy Beating in Godhra
Sheetal Pandor, wife of a police constable in Godhra, faces legal action after a video of her brutally beating a puppy with a stick went viral, leading to an FIR and veterinary treatment for the injured animal.
POCSO Accused Escapes Gujarat Jail, Police Launch Manhunt
Manoj Katara, an inmate accused under the POCSO Act, escaped from Devgadh Baria sub-jail in Dahod district. Police suspect he used a bamboo stick to scale the wall after a religious ceremony.
SC Criticizes Banks for Rs 54,000 Cr Digital Arrest Fraud
The Supreme Court questioned RBI and banks for failing to curb digital arrests, with losses exceeding Rs 54,000 crore. It urged AI tools and stricter actions to protect victims.
NSDC CEO Exit, Police Complaint & CAG Audit Shake PMKVY
India's flagship skilling mission faces turbulence as NSDC sees CEO ouster, police complaint over fund misappropriation, and a CAG audit revealing irregularities in PMKVY.
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