Opposition in Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation accuses AMC of discriminatory fund allocation favoring western areas and underreporting debt by Rs 1,815 crore in the Rs 18,518 crore 2026-27 budget.
The Union Home Ministry establishes a new empowered committee in West Bengal to expedite citizenship applications under the Citizenship Amendment Act, 2019, due to increased volume.
The Karnataka High Court has clarified that medical expenses are not considered a component of compensation under the Employees' Compensation Act, modifying an award for a labourer who lost both hands.
Eight individuals have been arrested for stone pelting during a Shivaji Jayanti procession in Bagalkot, Karnataka. Prohibitory orders have been imposed in key areas from February 20 to 24 as the town remains tense with shops closed.
Kerala State Beverages Corporation launches 'High Spirits' super premium liquor boutique at Vyttila Metro station, aiming to transform transit hubs into commercial destinations.
DMK minister K N Nehru asserts the party will legally counter ED allegations, citing a transparent inquiry ordered by CM Stalin. He claims political targeting ahead of elections.
National Highways Authority of India is contemplating discontinuing cash transactions at toll plazas nationwide, making FASTag and UPI the only payment modes to reduce congestion and improve efficiency.
Hyderabad faces a public transport crisis with only 30% using it, as MMTS operates at 25% capacity and bus fleet shrinks. Experts warn of rising congestion and call for urgent upgrades.
In a stern move, the Punjab State Information Commission issued a bailable warrant against a PCS officer for failing to comply with orders in an RTI case related to the Faridkot RTO, highlighting accountability lapses.
A sub-inspector in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar was suspended after being named in an FIR for rioting and assaulting police during a clash over alleged illegal cow transport near Sawangi.
Varanasi initiates intensive revision of photo electoral rolls for the legislative assembly. Booth-level officers will read draft lists and accept forms from February 22, with strict oversight to ensure compliance.
In the Jagtar Singh Johal case, the NIA told a Delhi court one protected witness died and another is overseas. Johal's lawyer suspects they may be the same witnesses from a prior acquittal.
Thiruvananthapuram Corporation's plan to set up decentralized stray dog shelters faces court challenge from animal welfare activists who argue it violates animal welfare norms. The civic body is proceeding with evaluations despite pending Supreme Court he
A vigilance court in Thiruvananthapuram sentenced a former headmaster and clerk to 27 years rigorous imprisonment for embezzling Rs 7.88 lakh in government funds through fraudulent PF loans and salary transactions at Kilimanoor school.
Varanasi moves forward with a major environmental initiative as the tender for a 60 MLD sewage treatment plant in Lohta is completed. This Rs 274 crore project aims to make the Ganga and Varuna rivers pollution-free by treating wastewater and tapping 13 d
The Supreme Court has acquitted a man accused of murdering his six-year-old stepdaughter in 2018, ruling that the evidence was weak and the investigation was botched. The court highlighted legal technicalities regarding statements made to police.
Sukhdeep Singh, 25, arrested for fatal Indiana pile-up, is the fourth Indian-origin driver detained in six months over crashes killing nine. Advocacy groups cite safety data, allege unfair targeting.
Congress Party members staged protests in Vadodara against the suspension of seven councillors from the VMC budget meeting, alleging insufficient speaking time and criticizing unfulfilled promises.
Karnataka Deputy CM D K Shivakumar announces a Chief Secretary-led committee will review bids for Bengaluru's tunnel road project, part of a Rs 1.5 lakh crore infrastructure plan to reduce city congestion.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi alleges that Prime Minister Narendra Modi was coerced into a one-sided trade agreement with the United States, sparking political debate over India's economic sovereignty and foreign policy decisions.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has firmly stated that the government will not allow any exodus from villages along India's borders, emphasizing robust security measures and development initiatives to ensure the safety and well-being of residents in these s
The Indian Navy and Coast Guard have cleared their fleets of Advanced Light Helicopters for flying operations, following a comprehensive safety review after a crash in Gujarat last year. The decision comes after addressing technical issues and implementin
Chandigarh police arrested a man in Manimajra for circulating sexually explicit content online. The accused was caught after a complaint and faces charges under the IT Act and IPC.
Haryana's fortified rice distribution policy, limiting suppliers to a select few, has triggered widespread anger among local millers and dealers, raising concerns over market monopolization and economic fairness.
The Saras fair, inaugurated in Varanasi under the Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana, features over 100 stalls from states like Telangana and Haryana, promoting silk sarees, carpets, and food. Officials urged women to join the Lakhpati programme, highlighting UP'
South Western Railway, Southern Railway, and Konkan Railway propose a Vande Bharat train between Yeswanthpur and Madgaon, running six days a week with four stops. The Railway Board reviews the plan, considering speed and operational challenges.
A 45-year-old man was arrested in Ahmedabad for allegedly posing as a police officer and stopping vehicles at a traffic junction near SG Road. The incident occurred on Thursday evening.
Vadodara Municipal Corporation faces missing documents for 2,737 rented properties, leading to Rs 12 crore in unpaid dues and challenges in rent collection.
Opposition leader Shehzad Khan Pathan accuses Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation of misrepresenting budget figures and SC/ST funds in the Rs 18,518 crore budget for 2026-27, calling it systematic fraud.
A 25-year-old director of a residential school in Vansda taluka, Navsari, has been arrested for allegedly sexually harassing a Class 11 tribal girl. The accused, also the son of the school trustee, faces charges under POCSO and SC/ST Act.