Awami League Leaders in Kolkata Hope for Democracy in Bangladesh
Awami League leaders in exile in Kolkata express hope that Bangladesh's new government under Tarique Rahman will restore democracy, lift the party ban, and address economic issues.
Category : Politics
Acid Attack in Ludhiana Over Social Media Posts
A 32-year-old woman in Ludhiana was attacked with acid by her former live-in partner, who was allegedly enraged by her Instagram reels. The accused, Paan Singh, has been arrested.
Kolkata Couple Assaulted in Park Street Brawl, Police Probe
A 44-year-old man and his 40-year-old wife were assaulted near Park Street after a drunken altercation. The husband sustained head injuries, and police are investigating with CCTV footage.
Calcutta HC Grants Bail to 73-Year-Old Chemist in NDPS Case
Calcutta High Court grants bail to a 73-year-old medical shop owner in Howrah, arrested for storing 156.8 litres of codeine-mixed cough syrup, citing lack of state ceiling limits.
MP Takes Rs 5,600 Crore Loan, Debt at Rs 4.90 Lakh Crore
Ahead of the state budget, Madhya Pradesh government secures a Rs 5,600 crore loan, pushing total debt to Rs 4.90 lakh crore. Economic Survey reports 8.04% growth and declining debt-GSDP ratio.
Doraha ROB Construction Accelerates After 12-Year Delay
Punjab's Rs 70.55 crore four-lane railway over bridge in Doraha aims to end a 12-year traffic bottleneck, improving connectivity between Malwa, Chandigarh, and neighboring districts while boosting economic activity.
Punjab Police Anti-Gangster Campaign: Helpline & Rewards Announced
Punjab Police launches comprehensive campaign against organized crime, offering confidential helpline and rewards up to Rs 10 lakh for information leading to gangster arrests. SSP Dr Darpan Ahluwalia emphasizes public cooperation.
Khanna Police Find Rifle, Fake Licence in Drug Case
Following the arrest of a father-son duo for heroin peddling, Khanna police have recovered a pump-action rifle, live cartridges, and a fake gun licence, expanding the investigation into a broader narcotics and weapons network.
Trump Immigration Spokesperson Tricia McLaughlin Exits DHS
Tricia McLaughlin, a key defender of Trump's immigration policies, is leaving the Department of Homeland Security, raising questions about internal discord and funding challenges.
Maharashtra ATS Busts Soccer Club Radicalization Network
Maharashtra Anti-Terrorist Squad raided 21 locations, uncovering a radicalization network using a soccer club as a front to indoctrinate youth with extremist ideology and maintain cross-border terror links.
Compulsory Patriotism vs. Democratic Freedom in India
An opinion piece argues that resisting forced patriotism is not disloyalty but a defense of India's deeper democratic ideals, where diversity strengthens the nation more than uniformity.
India Pushes for 50% Local Content in Rafale Deal with France
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh urges France to increase India-made components to 50% in the upcoming 114 Rafale fighter jets deal. The two nations renew defense cooperation and sign key agreements.
Army Aspirant Accuses TTE of Attempted Rape on Train
A young NCC candidate traveling to Mau for her exam has filed a police complaint against a TTE for attempted rape in a First AC cabin. GRP offers Rs 10,000 reward for suspect's arrest.
Court Upholds Sentence for 2009 Ghatkopar Accident That Killed Two
A Mumbai sessions court has upheld a two-year sentence for a man convicted in a 2009 road accident in Ghatkopar that killed two people and injured others, ruling that driving on the wrong side in a crowded area constitutes rashness and negligence.
New Mexico Approves Probe Into Epstein's Zorro Ranch
New Mexico lawmakers unanimously approved legislation creating a special committee to investigate Jeffrey Epstein's Zorro Ranch and related criminal allegations, costing Rs 20.8 crore.
Three Pune Youths Die in Horrific Highway Crash Near Dahod
Three young men from Pune died after their speeding SUV hit a divider, flew off the road, and crashed into an electricity pole on the Indore-Ahmedabad highway near Dahod. Police confirm high speed as the cause.
Vadodara: Student's Bomb Threat Prank for Holidays Causes Security Alert
An 11-year-old student in Vadodara allegedly sent a bomb threat email to his own school to get holidays, triggering a major police response. The prank was discovered after police traced the email to his mother's phone.
VMC Budget Meeting Adjourned After Suspended BJP Councillor Sparks Uproar
The Vadodara Municipal Corporation's annual budget meeting descended into chaos when suspended BJP councillor Ashish Joshi raised allegations of revenue losses and irregularities, forcing an early adjournment.
Vadodara Police Bust Gang Targeting Women at Religious Procession
Vadodara crime branch arrests six, including a woman, for allegedly stealing a gold chain worth Rs 1.40 lakh during the Shivji Ki Savari procession. Police recover stolen items and reveal suspects' criminal histories.
Macron Pays Tribute To 2008 Mumbai Terror Attack Victims
French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife Brigitte visited Mumbai's Taj Mahal Palace Hotel to pay respects to victims of the 2008 terror attacks, a significant gesture of solidarity.
Father Charged After Minor's SUV Crash Kills Biker in Delhi
Delhi Police has registered an FIR against the father of a 17-year-old boy for allowing him to illegally drive an SUV that collided with a motorcycle and cab, killing 23-year-old biker Sahil Dhaneshra in Dwarka on February 3.
Mother Seeks Adult Trial for Minor Driver in Delhi Accident Case
Inna Makan, grieving her son Sahil's death, demands the underage driver be tried as an adult and stricter action against his father. The case echoes a 2016 Mercedes-Benz accident, reigniting debate on parental responsibility.
Allahabad HC Acquits Three Men After 43 Years in Dacoity Case
The Allahabad High Court acquitted three men in their 70s, convicted 43 years ago in a 1982 dacoity case, citing weak evidence and inconsistencies in prosecution.
Interfaith Couple Ambushed in Bhavnagar, Man Assaulted
A planned court marriage in Bhavnagar turned violent as the woman's family allegedly attacked the man, robbed him, and took her away. Police have filed a complaint under relevant sections.
NMC Serves Notices to 500 Property Tax Defaulters in Nashik
The Nashik Municipal Corporation has issued notices to 500 property tax defaulters, each owing over Rs 1 lakh, giving them 21 days to pay. This follows 450 earlier notices, totaling 950, as NMC aims to recover Rs 52 crore in 40 days to meet its Rs 270 cro
Surat Suicide: Four Booked for Abetment After Woman Strangles Son
Umra police in Surat have booked four individuals from Ahmedabad for abetment to suicide following the tragic death of Poonam Tayde and her four-year-old son Shivay. The victims were found dead at her parents' home, with a suicide note alleging caste-base
Delhi Underage Driving Crisis: 350+ Minors Challaned in 2024
Delhi faces a growing underage driving menace with traffic police challaning over 350 minors in 2024. Authorities warn of legal consequences for both minors and vehicle owners under the Motor Vehicles Act.
Man Killed in Dhrol Highway Crash, Police Register Case
A 48-year-old man, identified as Mani Rathod, died after a collision with a four-wheeler on the Jamnagar-Rajkot highway near Dhrol. Police have registered a case based on a complaint from his brother.
Delhi EV Policy 2.0 Aligns with PM E-Drive for Electric Mobility
Delhi government to notify Electric Vehicle Policy 2.0, aligning with PM E-Drive scheme to boost subsidies, charging infrastructure, and fleet electrification, targeting 14,000 e-buses by 2026.
Man Dies in Fire Accident at Maha Shivratri Procession in Gujarat
A 55-year-old man, Raman Rathod, succumbed to burn injuries after a fire performance mishap at a Maha Shivratri procession in Dahod district, Gujarat. Police are investigating the accidental death.
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