PSI Arrested for Drunk Driving, Injuring Pedestrian in Gujarat
A police sub-inspector in Gujarat's Mahisagar district was arrested after allegedly driving drunk, hitting a pedestrian, and crashing into another car on Wednesday evening.
Category : Politics
Congress Alleges Voter Exclusion Plot in Vadodara Constituency
Congress members in Vadodara allege systematic objections against 8,228 voters in Sayajigunj constituency without evidence, demanding action against officials and objectors for potential voting rights violation.
SC Directs West Bengal to Pay DA Arrears, Rejects Fund Crunch Plea
The Supreme Court has mandated the West Bengal government to clear dearness allowance dues for 2008-19, rejecting financial constraints as a defense and emphasizing the state's role as a model employer.
US Treasury: Russia Sanctions Depend on Peace Talks
US Treasury's Scott Bessent stated at a Senate hearing that further sanctions on Russia are contingent on the progress of peace negotiations, highlighting a strategic approach to international diplomacy.
EC Directs Observers for Fair Assembly Polls in 4 States, UT
The Election Commission has instructed central observers for assembly polls in Assam, Kerala, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu, and West Bengal to act impartially, enforce electoral laws, and report malpractices.
Highway Deaths Fall 11% in 2025, Uttar Pradesh Shows Sharp Drop
Road accident fatalities on national highways decreased by approximately 11% in 2025, with Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, and Chhattisgarh reporting significant reductions, according to provisional eDAR data.
Delhi HC Invalidates Medical Student Migration Ban, Directs NMC
The Delhi High Court has declared the prohibition on medical student migration as unconstitutional and arbitrary. It directed the National Medical Commission to create a proper policy within three weeks, citing a visually impaired student's case.
BJP MPs Shield Dubey Amid Congress Protests in Parliament
BJP MPs rallied around Nishikant Dubey as Congress members protested his Lok Sabha speech. Dubey plans to bring critical books daily, while a Congress leader gathers complaints against Assam CM.
Scooter Stolen Outside Ahmedabad Police Station, Probe Launched
In a shocking security lapse, a 70-year-old man's scooter was stolen from outside the Karanj police station in Ahmedabad while he visited a temple with his wife. Police have registered a case and are investigating the brazen theft.
Namma Metro Fare Increase Triggers Public Backlash in Bengaluru
BMRCL's second consecutive annual fare hike for Namma Metro has drawn sharp criticism from commuters, students, and politicians. Commuters argue the increases undermine public transport's affordability and accessibility.
Jail Subedar Caught in Rs 5,000 Bribe Trap in Rajkot
A subedar at Amreli district jail was arrested by the Anti-Corruption Bureau for allegedly accepting a Rs 5,000 bribe in a sting operation in Rajkot on Thursday.
Nirman 2.0 Portal Restoration to End Karnataka Construction Delays
Karnataka's automated building plan approval system, Nirman 2.0, will be restored on Friday after a two-month crash that stalled construction across 312 urban local bodies, as confirmed by Municipal Administration Minister Rahim Khan.
Junagadh Man Dies in Self-Immolation Over Infatuation
A 32-year-old garment businessman died after setting himself on fire at a Junagadh office where a married woman he was infatuated with worked. Police probe reveals a history of distress and previous suicide attempts.
Jodhpur Police Arrest 15, Seize 10 Vehicles in Gravel Mafia Raid
Jodhpur police arrested 15 individuals and seized 12 vehicles, including dumpers and escort cars, in a two-day operation against illegal gravel mining and transportation from Pali and Balotra districts.
Armed Robbery at Vaishali Jewellery Store, Rs 11 Lakh Looted
Three armed bike-borne robbers held a jewellery store owner hostage in Vaishali's Jathkauli market, escaping with gold, silver ornaments, and cash worth Rs 11 lakh. Police are reviewing CCTV footage to track the culprits.
Death Penalty Report 2025: High Acquittal Rates Raise Concerns
A new report reveals trial courts imposed 128 death sentences in 2025, but appellate courts overturned most, with the Supreme Court not confirming a single death sentence from 2023-2025. The study highlights serious reliability concerns in capital cases.
Police Details Emerge in Nancy Guthrie Disappearance
Authorities reveal key findings from the night Nancy Guthrie went missing, including timeline and evidence, as the search continues for the missing individual.
Uber to Pay $8.5M in Sexual Assault Bellwether Trial
A federal jury in Phoenix has ordered Uber to pay $8.5 million in compensatory damages to a woman who was sexually assaulted by a driver. This bellwether trial could set precedent for thousands of similar consolidated lawsuits against the ride-hailing gia
UP to Set Up Affordable Animal Medicine Centers Statewide
Uttar Pradesh will establish veterinary medicine centers in every development block, modeled after Pradhan Mantri Jan Aushadhi Kendra, to provide affordable, quality medicines for livestock farmers.
UP Targets 5% Tourism Employment by 2047 for Viksit Bharat
Uttar Pradesh plans to increase tourism sector employment from 1.4% to 5% by 2047, focusing on infrastructure, hotel expansion, and longer tourist stays to drive economic growth.
Trichy Councillors Push for Multi-Level Parking in Thillai Nagar
Trichy corporation councillors have proposed developing a multi-level car parking facility at Thillai Nagar's Makkal Mandram ground to address severe parking congestion in the commercial hub, where cross streets are clogged with vehicles.
Rajasthan CM Announces Khejri Tree Law, Challenges Opposition
Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma announces draft legislation to protect Rajasthan's sacred khejri tree, accepts opposition's debate challenge, and defends his government's economic record.
Salem Land Fraud: Sub-Registrar, 8 Others Booked
A sub-registrar and eight others in Salem have been booked for allegedly duping a landowner and fraudulently registering 10,000 sq ft of his land in a friend's name, leading to a swift sale.
Rajasthan Opposition Slams Govt as 'Reel Government' in Assembly
Leader of Opposition Tikaram Jully criticized the Bhajan Lal Sharma-led Rajasthan government for misleading claims, social media focus, and governance failures during the Assembly's motion of thanks debate.
Stone Attack on Train Injures Woman Passenger in Udaipur
A woman passenger was injured after an unidentified miscreant hurled stones at a moving train in Udaipur, forcing an emergency halt. RPF detained one suspect.
UNM Foundation to Design SG Road Service Lanes for Free
The Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation has appointed the UNM Foundation to plan and design service lanes along SG Road from Sanathal Circle to Gandhinagar at no cost, enhancing urban infrastructure development.
Three Arrested in Sugar Trader Robbery Case in Navi Mumbai
Navi Mumbai Crime Branch arrests three men from a nine-member gang who posed as police officers to rob a Sangli sugar trader of Rs 13.2 lakh in Kharghar. The accused had lured the victim with a fake gold deal.
Rajasthan HC Slams ACB Over Delayed IT Tender Probe
The Rajasthan High Court expressed serious concern over the Anti-Corruption Bureau's delayed investigation into alleged irregularities in IT department tenders, demanding a progress report by February 23.
Noida Woman Dies After Assault by Differently Abled Son
A 55-year-old woman in Jewar, Noida, died after being allegedly assaulted by her differently abled son. Police have registered a case under BNS Section 105 and taken the son into custody.
Bengaluru Women-Only Auto Service Launching February 14
A new women-only auto-rickshaw service is set to debut in Bengaluru on February 14, 2026, following a successful pilot with 17 trips in January. Initial hours will be 6 am to midnight, with potential 24-hour expansion based on demand.
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