Hoshiarpur Bar Association Calls 3-Day Strike
The Hoshiarpur Bar Association has initiated a three-day strike, halting legal work to protest unresolved issues, including infrastructure and fee concerns.
Category : Politics
Jalandhar Crematorium Upgrade: Trust Chairman Reviews Works
The Model Town cremation ground in Jalandhar is undergoing a significant upgrade, with the Improvement Trust chairman reviewing ongoing works to enhance facilities and infrastructure for the community.
India's Emergency Framework: Constitutional Provisions and History
A detailed analysis of India's emergency constitutional framework, examining the historical context of the 1975-77 Emergency period and its implications for democracy and governance in the country.
Lally Demands Aerial Survey to Stop Illegal Mining in Jalandhar
Congress leader Lally has called on the Chief Minister to conduct an aerial survey to identify and halt illegal mining activities in Jalandhar, citing environmental damage and revenue loss.
Minister Bhagat Dhir Acquitted in 9-Year-Old Jalandhar Case
In a significant legal development, Punjab Minister Bhagat Dhir and ten others have been acquitted by a Jalandhar court in a nine-year-old case, marking a major victory after a prolonged legal battle.
India's Energy Diversification Strategy Amid US Oil Claims
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar highlights India's focus on diversifying energy sources in response to US President Trump's remarks on Russian oil imports, while noting progress in India-US trade and critical mineral cooperation.
Bengaluru Gold Trader Robbed of Rs 25 Lakh in Distraction Theft
A 35-year-old gold trader in Bengaluru's Nagarathpet area was robbed of gold, silver, and cash worth Rs 25 lakh by a gang using coordinated distraction tactics, highlighting rising thefts in commercial hubs.
Tirupur Man Kills Cousin in Lodge Over Property Dispute
A 36-year-old man was arrested in Tirupur for murdering his 40-year-old cousin at a lodge. The crime stemmed from a long-standing dispute over ancestral property, with the suspect luring the victim under false pretenses.
Ahmedabad Slaughterhouse Relocation Plan Scrapped
The Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation has withdrawn a Rs 32 crore proposal to relocate a slaughterhouse from the Walled City to the outskirts, following objections from BJP legislators and civic leaders.
Elderly Woman's Gold Chain Snatched in Srirangam, Trichy
Two bike-borne men snatched a gold chain from a 75-year-old woman in Srirangam, Trichy, as she returned from temple prayers. Police have registered a case and are investigating the incident.
Bowring Institute Cyber Harassment Case in Bengaluru
Bowring Institute in Bengaluru has filed a cyber police complaint after receiving abusive calls and messages via VPNs and international SIM cards, allegedly from disqualified former members.
Maharashtra Sets 2027 Deadline for Nashik Kumbh Mela Infrastructure
Maharashtra Chief Secretary Rajesh Aggarwal directs departments to complete Nashik-Trimbakeshwar Kumbh Mela infrastructure projects by March 2027, including a Rs7,500 crore outer ring road and Sadhugram development.
Gujarat CM Praises Union Budget 2026-27 for State Benefits
Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel lauds the Union Budget 2026-27, emphasizing extended tax holidays in GIFT City, Biopharma Shakti, and MSME funds to boost Gujarat's economy and infrastructure.
Trichy Police Transfer 10 Inspectors for Election Impartiality
Trichy City Police Commissioner N Kamini has ordered the immediate transfer of at least ten police inspectors to ensure neutrality and fairness ahead of the upcoming assembly elections. The transfers follow guidelines for election-related postings.
Bombay HC Committee Studies Lucknow's Waste Management
A Bombay High Court-appointed monitoring committee arrived in Lucknow to study solid waste management systems. The team, including IAS officers and experts, reviewed LMC's sanitation operations and will inspect processing plants.
Chennai Evictions Trigger Protests Over Housing Allotment
Greater Chennai Corporation evicted 50 families from Broadway streets, sparking protests as residents demand fair housing allocation near Stanley Hospital.
TN Forms Panels to End Police Orderly System, Court Monitors
Tamil Nadu government informs Madras High Court of district-level committees to abolish orderly system in police force, following court scrutiny over reports of its persistence.
Congress: PM Modi's No-Reply Violates Lok Sabha Rules
The Congress party has formally written to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, alleging that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's failure to reply to the Motion of Thanks debate constitutes a serious procedural violation of parliamentary rules.
Man Dies in Elephant Attack at Bandipur Tiger Reserve
A 55-year-old man was tragically killed by a wild elephant in the Bandipur Tiger Reserve limits in Karnataka's Mysuru district. The incident occurred near a village, highlighting human-wildlife conflict risks.
Karnataka Politics in Flux as CM Begins Pre-Budget Meetings
Karnataka's political dynamics intensify as Chief Minister Siddaramaiah initiates pre-budget consultations, with attention turning to AICC president Mallikarjun Kharge following Rahul Gandhi's intervention.
Congress MLA Regrets Remark on BJP Lawmaker's Wife in Assembly
Congress MLA Shivalinge Gowda expresses regret for his comments about a BJP legislator's wife during a heated Karnataka Assembly session over an excise scam protest.
CPWD Buys 405 Air Purifiers for Parliament, SC, Offices
The CPWD purchased 405 air purifiers over four years for Parliament, Supreme Court, and government offices, with procurement rising from zero in 2020-2021 to 156 in 2024-2025.
NH Accidents Fall 11% in 2025, UP and MP Lead Improvement
Road accidents and fatalities on India's National Highways decreased by over 11% in 2025, with Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh showing the most significant reductions, according to government data.
Birla: Requested Modi to Skip Lok Sabha Reply Over Opposition Protest
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla disclosed he asked PM Modi not to reply to President's address due to fears of 'unexpected acts' by protesting opposition MPs near his seat, sparking a political clash with Congress.
Avadi's 49 Crore Road Revamp After Sewage Damage
Avadi Corporation receives its largest-ever 49 crore fund to re-lay over 400 roads damaged by underground sewage and water works, with strict quality controls and resident oversight.
Akhilesh Yadav Accuses BJP of Voter List Manipulation
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav alleges BJP functionaries are misusing Form-7 to delete voter names, urges Supreme Court to intervene and calls for judicial probe into electoral roll manipulation.
Haj Fraud Accused Arrested in Hyderabad After Kuwait Escape
Mohammad Mahabur Mondal, prime accused in a Rs 2 crore Haj pilgrimage fraud case in Kolkata's New Town, arrested in Hyderabad after returning from Kuwait. Nearly 400 pilgrims cheated.
Gujarat Police Bust Lavish Liquor Party, Seize Rs 3 Crore Assets
Sanand police raided a luxury weekend home in Ahmedabad district, arresting 81 people at an anniversary party. Foreign liquor, hookahs, high-end cars, and phones worth nearly Rs 3 crore were seized under Gujarat's prohibition laws.
Akhilesh Yadav Alleges BJP Voter List Fraud, Urges SC Action
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav alleges systematic misuse of Form-7 by BJP to delete voter names, particularly targeting PDA and Muslim communities. He calls for Supreme Court intervention and judicial probe.
Two Injured in Trichy-Karur Highway Accidents, Safety Concerns Raised
Two separate accidents on the Trichy-Karur national highway left a woman and a shopkeeper injured. Police investigations reveal causes, while residents renew calls for speed breakers on the dangerous stretch.
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