Dhubri Voter List: 65 Doubtful Voters Deleted
Dhubri's electoral roll revision sees 65 'D' voters removed for identity fraud. Officials confirm legal action while adding 6,329 new voters, denying irregularities in the process.
Category : Politics
Patna Protest: Women Activists Demand Justice for NEET Student
AISA and AIPWA activists staged a protest march in Patna, demanding justice for a deceased NEET student and highlighting rising violence against women in Bihar. Police deployed barricades and water cannons as tensions escalated.
Dibrugarh Final Voter List: 10.42 Lakh Electors, Women Lead
The final electoral roll for Dibrugarh Electoral District, Assam, has been published with 10,41,935 voters. Women voters outnumber men across all six assembly constituencies, showing a notable gender demographic trend.
Guwahati Voter Roll Drops 2.47%, Key Constituencies See Decline
Kamrup (Metro) publishes final electoral roll with 1,049,644 voters, a net decrease of 25,932 from the draft. Major deletions occurred in constituencies like Jalukbari and Dispur due to deaths and relocations.
Cachar Voter Roll Drops by 33,536 After Special Revision
The final electoral roll for Cachar district shows a net decrease of 33,536 voters following rigorous verification. The district's electorate now stands at 13,81,903 with near-equal gender representation.
Dehradun Traffic Crisis: Rispana to ISBT Stretch in Gridlock
The six-kilometer stretch from Rispana Square to Dehradun ISBT faces severe daily traffic congestion due to rising vehicles, tourism, and poor traffic management during peak hours.
Madhubani Man Shot Dead During Robbery, Locals Block NH-27
A 32-year-old man was shot dead in Madhubani, Bihar, after resisting a bike robbery attempt. The assailants fired a bullet into his mouth, killing him instantly. Locals protested by blocking NH-27 for over four hours.
Life Term for Farmer in Pocso Case, Two Acquitted in Firozabad
A Pocso court in Firozabad district has sentenced a 30-year-old farmer to life imprisonment for raping a 14-year-old girl in 2022. Two associates were acquitted due to lack of evidence.
Delhi's AI Traffic Plan to Reduce Pollution in 3 Phases
Delhi proposes a three-phase intelligent traffic management system using AI, smart signals, and automated enforcement to reduce congestion and air pollution over two years.
Uttarakhand HC: Child Custody Must Be Decided by Courts, Not Commissions
The Uttarakhand High Court overturned an order by the State Commission for Protection of Child Rights granting custody of a 5-year-old boy to his mother, ruling that only courts can decide such matters under the Guardians and Wards Act.
Meerut Police SIs Suspended for Extorting Rs 20 Lakh from Trader
Two sub-inspectors from Meerut's Lohia Nagar police station have been suspended for allegedly extorting Rs 20 lakh from a thread trader by threatening false hawala charges. An FIR has been filed, and the officers are currently absconding.
SIC Orders Forest Dept to Disclose RTI Info on IFS Officer Case
The Uttarakhand State Information Commission has ordered the forest department's PIO to provide RTI petitioner Harinder Dhingra with documents related to an investigation into IFS officer Vinay Kumar Bhargav within 15 days, pending probe completion.
Couple Arrested for Poisoning Cousin Over Affair in Ranchi
Police in Ranchi have arrested a man and his wife for allegedly poisoning his cousin brother to death over an extramarital affair. The incident occurred in Lodma village, with the accused using insecticide-laced tea.
Uttarakhand CM Launches Self-Employment Scheme for Single Women
Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami launched the 'Chief Minister Single Women Self-Employment Scheme' in Uttarakhand, providing financial assistance up to Rs 2 lakh to empower widows, divorced women, and other beneficiaries.
Uttarakhand HC Orders Release of Seized Mining Vehicles
Uttarakhand High Court directs Bageshwar authorities to release 48 heavy vehicles seized for mining, ruling the seizures lacked legal basis under mining laws and violated procedural safeguards.
Uttarakhand Sets Feb 28 Deadline for Departmental Disaster Plans
Uttarakhand's disaster management authority directs all line departments to finalize comprehensive disaster management plans by February 28, emphasizing integration with UN Sendai Framework objectives.
Silchar MP Urges Railway Minister for Barak Valley Infrastructure Boost
Silchar MP Parimal Suklabaidya has urged Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw to fast-track comprehensive railway upgrades for Barak Valley, highlighting its strategic importance as southern Assam's rail gateway to Mizoram, Tripura, and Manipur.
Court Slams Probe, Grants Bail in Girlfriend Murder Case
Sasaram court grants bail to a youth accused of murdering his girlfriend, sharply criticizing the investigation and suggesting it may be an honour killing with possible involvement of the victim's father.
IAS Officer Abhishek Prakash Cleared in Solar Bribery Case by HC
The Allahabad High Court has quashed a bribery case against IAS officer Abhishek Prakash, linked to a solar project, paving the way for his reinstatement after a legal battle.
Amritsar Police Arrest Five, Seize Ice and Glock Pistols
In a major crackdown, Amritsar police arrested five individuals and seized a significant quantity of the drug Ice along with Glock pistols, highlighting ongoing efforts against narcotics and illegal arms in the region.
Major Police Search Operation in Amritsar's Housing Board Colony
Amritsar police launched Operation Prahar II, a special search drive in the Housing Board Colony, aiming to curb illegal activities and enhance security in the area.
India, Seychelles Boost Defence Cooperation in Key Talks
Indian Defence Secretary Giridhar Aramane met Seychelles President Wavel Ramkalawan and Defence Minister Jean-François Ferrari, agreeing to enhance bilateral defence cooperation and maritime security.
Murder Accused Held After Encounter in Amritsar
Amritsar police arrested a murder suspect after an encounter near Chatiwind. The accused, wanted in a recent homicide case, was injured and taken into custody following the shootout.
Guwahati Citizens Demand Water Crisis Audit, Halt on High-Rises
The Citizens' United Forum in Guwahati calls for a comprehensive audit and investigation into alleged corruption in water projects, demanding immediate halt on multi-storey buildings in areas without public water supply.
Congress FIR Against Assam BJP Over AI Video of CM Sarma
Assam Congress lodges police complaint against BJP's official X handle for posting an AI-generated video showing CM Himanta Biswa Sarma firing at minority community members, alleging it promotes communal hatred.
Madhubani Court Makes E-Filing IDs Mandatory for Lawyers
The Madhubani district civil court administration has mandated that all advocates obtain an e-filing ID to file cases online. A special drive has been launched to facilitate registration.
Assam CM Sarma Files Rs 500 Cr Defamation Case vs Congress
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has filed a Rs 500 crore defamation lawsuit against Congress leaders Jitendra Singh Alwar, Bhupesh Baghel, and Gaurav Gogoi over allegations made during a press conference. The CM called the claims false and malici
Ranchi: Drunk Duo's SUV Rampage Injures Multiple in Police Chase
Two heavily intoxicated men in Ranchi injured several people, including transgenders, and led police on a dramatic two-hour high-speed chase before arrest at a hospital. The incident echoes a similar January case.
Ranchi Police Rescue Three Missing Girls
Ranchi police successfully rescued three girls who went missing from different areas of the district. Two sisters were found at the railway station, while an 11-year-old was located at a shelter home.
ECR Penalizes Thousands in Railway Safety Drive
East Central Railway penalized over 1,000 passengers for pulling alarm chains and 3,500 for unauthorized travel in women's coaches during a month-long enforcement campaign.
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