Bengal BJP Clarifies Stance on Meat Sales Amid TMC Allegations
Bengal BJP president Samik Bhattacharya asserts people will eat what they want, opposing only open beef sales, as TMC alleges BJP plans fish-meat bans.
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Five Arrested in Jhunjhunu Suitcase Blast Case
Police in Jhunjhunu have arrested five individuals connected to a suitcase explosion at Ganeshwar Dham pond, revealing links to tantric rituals and ongoing investigations.
Gurgaon Dentist Accused of Sexual Harassment in Clinic
An FIR has been filed against a Gurgaon dentist, Dr Dheeraj Mehta, for allegedly sexually harassing a 31-year-old woman during a dental checkup at his clinic in New Colony on February 15.
Prayagraj Inspector Caught Taking Rs75,000 Bribe in Office
Inspector Vinod Kumar Sonkar was apprehended by anti-corruption officials while allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs75,000 inside his Bara police station office in Prayagraj on Wednesday afternoon.
Allahabad HC: DM's Transgender Certificate Valid for Passport
The Allahabad High Court ruled that a district magistrate's certificate under the Transgender Persons Act is conclusive proof for passport gender changes, barring fresh medical exams.
PCB Pays Permanent Staff, Contractual Workers Await Salaries
Pune Cantonment Board has cleared salaries for permanent employees, but hundreds of contractual workers remain unpaid due to delayed grants from the Ministry of Defence, causing severe financial strain.
Jaisalmer Police Rescue Kidnapped Youth, Arrest 8 from Haryana
Sadar police in Jaisalmer rescued a kidnapped youth and arrested eight men from Haryana's Mewat region. The abduction occurred on February 14, with police swiftly forming a special team to track and apprehend the suspects.
Pregnant Woman Murdered in Hyderabad by Ex-Husband
A three-month pregnant woman was brutally stabbed to death in Hyderabad by her ex-husband, who allegedly attacked her with knives after barging into her apartment. The accused, a software professional, was reportedly angry about her remarriage.
Man Detained in Bhilwara for Controversial Posts Against Yogi Adityanath
Bhilwara police detained a 38-year-old man and registered a case against him for making controversial comments against Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on social media, citing concerns over communal harmony.
Dalai Lama's Brother Tenzin Choegyal Dies at 80 in Dharamshala
Tenzin Choegyal, the youngest brother of the Dalai Lama and revered as Ngari Rinpoche, passed away at his Dharamshala home at age 80. He served in Tibetan administration and was a prominent spiritual figure.
Ajmer Villagers Protest After Sarpanch Dies in Hit-and-Run
Villagers in Dumara, Ajmer, protested outside JLN Hospital demanding justice after former sarpanch Govind Ram Gujjar died from injuries sustained in a hit-and-run attack. Police have arrested all accused involved in the incident.
Nagpur Engineer Stuck in Mali Jail as Firm Withholds Bail Bond
Nitin Gulhane, a 42-year-old engineer from Nagpur, continues to be imprisoned in Mali one year after his arrest, despite securing bail five months ago. His Noida-based employer, Aar Ess Exim Pvt Ltd, has not paid the required 3.25 crore bail bond, leaving
Macron Shares AI Image with Modi Ahead of Delhi Summit
French President Emmanuel Macron shared an AI-generated image with PM Narendra Modi, highlighting their partnership ahead of the AI Impact Summit in New Delhi, where they aim to promote balanced global AI models.
Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman Outlines Govt Priorities in Maiden Address
In his first speech as Prime Minister, Tarique Rahman emphasized improving law and order, combating corruption, and ensuring equal rights for all citizens, regardless of political or religious affiliations.
SC Stays Exhumation of Tribal Christian Bodies in Chhattisgarh
The Supreme Court has imposed an interim stay on the exhumation of tribal Christian bodies in Chhattisgarh villages, hearing a PIL alleging violation of fundamental burial rights. Justices Nath and Mehta sought the state government's response.
Maharashtra Cancels Circular on Muslim Quota Certificates
The Mahayuti government in Maharashtra has formally cancelled a circular outlining the process for issuing caste validity certificates for the 5% Muslim quota, 11 years after the BJP-Sena government scrapped the reservation policy in 2015.
SC: Financial Scams Are Heinous Crimes, Bail Not a Right
The Supreme Court has ruled that financial scams involving ponzi schemes are heinous crimes, denying bail as a rule for economic offenders who cheat people of hard-earned money.
Gorakhpur Woman's Body Found in Lake, Police Suspect Suicide
The body of 23-year-old Shraddha Tripathi, missing for over 24 hours, was discovered floating in Ramgarh Tal lake in Gorakhpur. Police retrieved the body and suspect suicide pending postmortem results.
Man Beaten to Death at Hisar Night Shelter in Alcohol Dispute
A 45-year-old man was allegedly beaten to death at a municipal night shelter in Hisar after a quarrel among occupants consuming alcohol. Police are investigating as the main accused remains absconding.
ECI Sets March 16 for Six Rajya Sabha Seats in Tamil Nadu
The Election Commission of India has scheduled elections for six Rajya Sabha seats in Tamil Nadu on March 16, with terms expiring in April 2026. Key parties DMK and AIADMK are strategizing candidate retention and seat-sharing ahead of state assembly polls
Varanasi Development Review: Nodal Officer Demands Quality
A high-level review meeting in Varanasi emphasized infrastructure, health, education, and sanitation. The nodal officer directed officials to ensure timely completion of projects and address delays in key schemes.
Trichy Bus Driver Gets 6 Years for Pilgrim Deaths
A Trichy court sentenced private bus driver Veeramani to six years in prison and a ₹14,500 fine for causing the deaths of three pilgrims in a 2017 accident on the Madurai-Chennai Bypass Road.
BJP Nominates Shrinath Bhimale for PMC Standing Committee Chairman
The Bharatiya Janata Party has nominated corporator Shrinath Bhimale for the crucial PMC standing committee chairman position. With the BJP holding a two-thirds majority, his election is expected next week.
44 Maoist Memorials Demolished in Coordinated Security Operation
In a significant symbolic operation, C-60 commandos and CRPF units destroyed 44 Maoist memorials across Gadchiroli's forested regions, targeting the ideological heartland of left-wing extremism ahead of the March 31 deadline.
Kozhikode: Scooter Rider Injured in Open Drain Accident
A scooter rider was injured after falling into an under-construction roadside drain in Kozhikode. Locals and a ward councillor criticized the lack of safety measures during road-widening work.
Nagpur Sanitation Worker Absenteeism Revealed by Data
Nagpur Municipal Corporation's geo-fencing and face-recognition data from December 2025 to February 2026 shows alarming mid-shift disappearance of sanitary workers across all zones, with attendance dropping from 84-86% to 65-70%.
AIMIM Questions Maharashtra's Muslim Quota Scrapping as 'Ramzan Gift'
Former MP Syed Imtiaz Jaleel criticizes Maharashtra government for ending 5% SEBC quota for Muslims, questioning timing during Ramzan and urging clerics to lead reservation fight.
Kerala CM Slams 'The Kerala Story' Sequel as Hate Propaganda
Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan condemns the upcoming sequel to 'The Kerala Story', calling it a malicious attempt to spread hatred and undermine the state's secular traditions.
Pankaj Chaudhary: Budget 2026-27 Charts Viksit Bharat 2047 Path
Union Minister Pankaj Chaudhary emphasized that the Union Budget 2026-27 outlines a clear roadmap for Viksit Bharat 2047, focusing on youth, jobs, and infrastructure growth in Gorakhpur.
Indore Mob Violence Over Child-Lifting Rumors Targets Innocents
A viral video of a woman beaten in Indore highlights a surge in mob violence fueled by child-lifting rumors, with multiple attacks on innocent people across districts and no evidence of abductions.
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