Uttarakhand HC bans stone crusher in Nainital fruit belt
Uttarakhand High Court imposes a ban on a stone crusher in Papri village, citing violation of norms in a protected fruit belt. The next hearing is on Feb 26, 2026. Read the full details.
Category : Politics
Six Arrested in Hubballi Honour Killing of Manya Patil
Hubballi rural police arrest six kin, including father, for murder of Manya Patil over inter-caste marriage. Dalit organisations demand strict action and justice.
Uttarakhand HC frees French woman's passport after acquittal
Uttarakhand High Court orders unconditional release of French national Royer Nicole's passport after her acquittal in a drugs case. The court said travel restrictions were no longer justified. Read the full story.
Farmers Unite Against Govt, Accuse Parties of Betrayal
KRRS President Badagalapura Nagendra calls for farmer-labour-Dalit unity in Mysuru, criticizes Centre & state over farm laws, land grabs, and unfulfilled promises. Read the full report.
Harish Rawat files FIR over BJP's AI video
Former Uttarakhand CM Harish Rawat lodges police complaint against state BJP for an AI-generated video he calls 'objectionable' and 'anti-national'. Read about the legal sections invoked and political fallout.
Orissa HC Blacklists Firm for 5 Years in Recruitment Scam
Orissa High Court blacklists Silicon Techlab for five years over alleged irregularities in assistant section officer recruitment. Owner arrested in separate SI scam. Details inside.
IMFA Guard Missing in Vizag, Police Trace Last Seen at Station
Jitendra Sahu, a 32-year-old security guard from Cuttack, went missing in Visakhapatnam while on official duty. Police are scrutinising CCTV footage and questioning truck drivers to trace his last movements. Read the full story.
Life sentence for man in 2014 Pocso murder case
A Pocso court in Lakhimpur Kheri sentences a 30-year-old to life for the 2014 sexual assault and murder of a 7-year-old boy. The convict, who posed as a minor, was fined Rs 1.35 lakh. Read the full details of the decade-long legal battle.
Ex-MLA Accuses Minister of Protecting POCSO Accused
Former BJP MLA Sanjay Patil alleges Minister Laxmi Hebbalkar is protecting accused in minor assault cases in Belagavi. He claims police pressure led to station bail in a serious POCSO case. Read more.
Life sentence for man who raped minor with learning difficulties
A Mathura court sentences a 34-year-old man to life imprisonment for raping a 13-year-old mentally challenged girl. The convict, a neighbour with a criminal past, was fined ₹1.1 lakh. Read the full details of the heinous crime and the swift justice delive
Nagarahole Tribals Hold Historic Gram Sabhas for Forest Rights
Tribal communities in Nagarahole Tiger Reserve are holding organised gram sabhas, demanding rights under the Forest Rights Act, 2006. A major assembly is planned for Jan 2, 2026. Read more.
MLA Ponnanna boosts rural empowerment in Madikeri with key initiatives
Virajpet MLA AS Ponnanna inaugurated new forest staff quarters and distributed beehives, sewing machines, and digital tools in Madikeri, emphasizing self-reliance and rural development.
Unnao Rape Case: Delhi HC Suspends Sengar's Sentence
Delhi High Court suspends Kuldeep Sengar's life term in Unnao rape case, imposing strict conditions. Victim protests at India Gate. Details on the court order and security cover.
Bomb Threat Email Targets Itarsi Ordnance Factory
Security agencies in Madhya Pradesh scrambled after an anonymous bomb threat email targeted the Itarsi Ordnance Factory. Bomb squads conducted searches; cyber teams are tracing the source. Read the latest updates.
Home Guard held for killing lab technician in Haridwar
Uttarakhand police arrest home guard constable Abhimanyu Singh for the murder of 21-year-old Waseem. The motive was a past relationship. Read the full details.
Lawyers to Protest Mandatory E-Filing at Madras HC
Tamil Nadu lawyers announce a siege of Madras High Court on Jan 7, 2026, demanding better infrastructure before compulsory e-filing. Read about their demands and ongoing boycott.
Agra cops suspended for torturing farmer in murder probe
Agra police suspended for brutally torturing a farmer, breaking his legs during interrogation in a murder case. NHRC complaint filed. Read the shocking details.
Suresh Rathore Rejects Audio Clip as AI-Generated, Files FIR
Expelled BJP leader Suresh Rathore denies an audio clip's authenticity, calling it AI-generated. He files a police complaint as the 2022 Rishikesh resort murder case sees renewed political demands. Read the full story.
Shehbaz Sharif Offers Dialogue to Imran Khan's PTI
Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif extends an olive branch to Imran Khan's PTI for talks to reduce political instability. Will this ease the nation's crisis? Read more.
Karnataka's Guarantee Schemes Fuel Growth, State Debt Under Limit
Karnataka maintains a 2.9% GSDP debt despite guarantee schemes, says analyst. GST collections double national average. Learn how the model works and the challenges.
Ballari woman's live-streamed suicide shocks Karnataka
A 23-year-old mother from Ballari livestreamed her suicide, alleging injustice. Police investigate as the accused absconds. Read the full story.
38 Defunct Liquor Licences Up for E-Auction in Coastal Karnataka
Karnataka begins a historic online auction of 38 defunct liquor licences in Dakshina Kannada & Udupi from mid-January. A state-wide move aims for transparency and revenue boost. Details inside.
Haveri EPB Staff Caught Taking Bribe for Medical Waste Certificate
A Haveri EPB official was arrested by Lokayukta police for accepting a Rs 6,000 bribe for a biomedical waste certificate. The sting operation followed a doctor's complaint. Read the full details.
Mangaluru: Police Constable, Applicant Booked for Passport Fraud
A police constable in Mangaluru's Vittal station suspended for forging documents to help an applicant get a passport and police clearance certificate. Both accused now face serious charges. Read the full details.
Ballari Central Jail: 6 Mobile Phones Seized in Latest Raid
Ballari Central Jail authorities uncovered six mobile phones and chargers in a surprise night search. The operation points to a smuggling network run by influential inmates. Read the full report.
Lokayukta Raids on Karnataka AEE Reveal Vast Assets
Karnataka Lokayukta raids on AEE D Vijayalakshmi uncover 49 properties, luxury home, and crores in assets, raising serious corruption concerns. Read the full investigation details.
DGP inspects overcrowded Mangaluru prison, highlights security
DGP Alok Kumar inspected Mangaluru District Prison, citing overcrowding at 170% capacity. He revealed plans for AI surveillance and stricter vigilance to curb contraband. Read more.
Sule: NCP Tie-Up Decision After Consulting Party Workers
Supriya Sule states any alliance with Ajit Pawar's NCP will be decided after consulting party workers. MVA seat-sharing talks for Pune civic polls near final stage.
Massive Police Force for Fatehgarh Sahib Shahidi Sabha
Punjab Police deploys 3,400+ personnel with drones & CCTV for the Shahidi Sabha in Fatehgarh Sahib, ensuring safety for lakhs of devotees from Dec 25-27. Read about the elaborate arrangements.
Statewide Bandh in Chhattisgarh on Dec 24 Over Tribal Issues
Sarv Samaj, Chhattisgarh calls for a peaceful statewide shutdown on December 24, protesting attacks on tribal faith and administrative bias in Kanker clashes. Read the full story.
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