Mirwaiz: Muslims in India in Sensitive, Testing Period
Kashmiri religious leader Mirwaiz Umar Farooq states that Muslims in India are enduring a sensitive and testing period, calling for unity and dialogue amid challenges.
Category : Politics
Bangladesh Jamaat Challenges Poll Result, Retracts BNP Welcome
Bangladesh's Jamaat-e-Islami party has formally challenged the recent election results and withdrawn its earlier welcome message for the Bangladesh Nationalist Party, citing procedural irregularities.
Drug-Addled Son, 25, Kills Man in Ludhiana Horror
A 25-year-old man, reportedly under the influence of drugs, allegedly murdered a man in Ludhiana, Punjab, sparking police investigation and community shock over substance abuse.
Trains Skip Bengaluru Cantonment in Route Diversion
Train number 06269 Mysuru–SMVT Bengaluru Daily Passenger Special will be diverted via KSR Bengaluru–Yeshwantpur–Banaswadi–SMVT Bengaluru, skipping Bengaluru Cantonment station.
One-Minute Stoppage for Four Trains at Bengaluru's Nayandahalli
Starting today, four trains will have a brief one-minute halt at Nayandahalli station in Bengaluru, including the Chamundi Express, to improve connectivity and passenger convenience.
Bengaluru's Old Madras Road Gridlock Worsens as GBA Delays Flyover
The Greater Bengaluru Authority faces criticism for slow progress on a crucial flyover project on Old Madras Road while allocating funds to other works deemed unnecessary by residents.
Guilty Plea May Cut Nikhil Gupta's US Sentence by 20-30%
Indian national Nikhil Gupta's guilty plea to murder-for-hire and money laundering charges in a US court could reduce his maximum 40-year sentence through acceptance of responsibility credits, with sentencing set for May 2026.
Ghaziabad Residents Demand Road Safety Over Hazardous Pole
Kavi Nagar residents highlight a dangerous double electricity pole and poor road conditions, urging authorities to act after a recent fatal accident in Noida heightened concerns.
Delhi Traffic Restrictions for AI Summit, Routes Affected
Delhi traffic police announce strict restrictions in central areas from Feb 16-20 for the AI Impact Summit at Bharat Mandapam. VVIP movement will cause diversions on 51 roads, with commuters advised to use Ring Road corridor and Metro.
Rajasthan Uses AI to Fight Water Project Corruption
The Rajasthan government allocates Rs 60 crore for AI-driven monitoring to enhance transparency and prevent fraud in water supply schemes, including real-time tracking and fake document detection.
Nashik: Rs 8 Lakh Stolen in Two House Break-Ins
Cash and jewellery worth over Rs 8 lakh were stolen in two separate house break-ins in Nashik's Adgaon and Indiranagar areas between February 10 and 13, with police investigating both cases.
PM Modi's Rajasthan Visit: Rs 23,500 Cr Projects, 21,000 Jobs
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Ajmer on February 28 to lay foundation stones and inaugurate projects worth Rs 23,500 crore, while also distributing appointment letters to 21,000 youth at a Rozgar Utsav.
Rajasthan Plans Urban Reforms to Boost Industry and Housing
Rajasthan government considers relaxing building norms and land use rules to accelerate industrial growth and affordable housing development through regulatory simplification.
Karnataka Ethnographic Study on Nomadic Communities
Karnataka initiates a comprehensive ethnographic study focusing on six nomadic and semi-nomadic communities, aiming to document their socio-cultural practices and improve welfare schemes.
US Says India Commits to Stop Buying Russian Oil
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio states India has agreed to cease additional Russian oil purchases, following earlier US claims and India's emphasis on national interests in energy procurement.
Pune Youth Arrested for Murder Over Hair-Pulling Incident
Chakan North police arrested Vaibhav Shinde (19) and detained a minor for stabbing and bludgeoning Prathamesh Mane (20) to death. The murder stemmed from an old dispute where Mane pulled Shinde's hair after his head surgery.
Police Notice to 9 Activists Over Shivratri Puja Attempt at Fort
Karnataka police have issued notices to nine Hindu activists, including Divya Hagaragi, for attempting Shivratri puja inside the Bahmani fort's Someshwara temple, which was stopped at the entrance.
Siddaramaiah Seeks PM's Reply to Rahul Gandhi's Questions
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah urges Prime Minister Narendra Modi to provide an honest response to Rahul Gandhi's queries regarding trade deals and their impact on farmers.
KSRTC Hikes Luggage Charges by 15% in Karnataka
Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) has increased luggage fares by 15%, effective immediately. The hike follows a fare revision earlier this year, with officials stating luggage charges were not adjusted at that time.
Owaisi Slams 'Food Jihad' Claims, Seeks Police Action
AIMIM president Asaduddin Owaisi criticizes YouTubers for targeting a Muslim vendor at Medaram Jatara, calling it an attempt to create communal trouble. He demands Telangana police take strict action.
Pune Police Arrest Trio, Recover Gold Chain and 7 Motorcycles
Kalewadi police in Pune have arrested three criminals with police records for a chain-snatching incident in Rahatani, recovering a gold chain worth Rs 3.80 lakh and seven stolen motorcycles valued at Rs 6 lakh.
Malkajgiri Police to Require Amusement Licenses for Establishments
Malkajgiri police are introducing mandatory amusement licenses for star hotels, theatres, and pubs to enhance public safety and compliance with fire and health norms.
Secunderabad Cantonment Residents Seek Audit for Revenue Loss
Residents of Ward-8 in Secunderabad Cantonment have petitioned authorities for a special audit and criminal probe into alleged revenue leakage and regulatory violations by the Cantonment Board, citing dual-record systems and security risks.
DOJ Case Shows Amateur Plot with Basic Tradecraft Violations
Security officials analyze US DOJ indictments against Nikhil Gupta, revealing an operation that violated fundamental intelligence tradecraft rules through direct communications and financial missteps.
Ghaziabad Woman Dies After Threats Over Rs 25 Lakh Debt
A 23-year-old woman in Ghaziabad's Wave City died after consuming poison, with her father alleging harassment by friends who borrowed Rs 25 lakh for her wedding savings.
Gujarat Police Seize Rs 2.06 Crore Liquor on Expressway
Ankleshwar Rural police intercepted a truck on National Expressway-4, seizing 33,636 bottles of Indian Made Foreign Liquor worth Rs 2.06 crore. Two Rajasthan natives were arrested in the major smuggling bust.
BMC Doubles Budget for Salt Lake Market Repairs
The Bidhannagar Municipal Corporation has allocated Rs 2 crore for community market repairs in Salt Lake for 2026-27, doubling last year's budget to enhance facilities and compete with online shopping.
Mumbai Police Recreates Movements in Shetty Firing Probe
Mumbai crime branch escorted suspects to Pune and back to recreate movements in the firing at filmmaker Rohit Shetty's residence, focusing on scooter transport and key details.
Surat: Man Accuses Brother of Stealing Mobile Phone in Family Dispute
A 68-year-old sari shop owner in Surat has filed a police complaint alleging his brother stole his mobile phone after CCTV footage captured the incident, amid ongoing property disputes between the siblings.
Pune Police Arrest Impersonator in Gold Theft Case
Pimpri Chinchwad crime branch arrests a criminal who posed as police to steal gold jewellery worth lakhs from victims in Pune. The accused, Mohammed Ali, has multiple cases across states.
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