Ladli-Behnas Get 78% of WCD Budget, Malnutrition Funds Drop

The Ladli-Behnas scheme received 78% of the Women and Child Development department's Rs 23,883 crore budget, a 10% increase from last year. Meanwhile, malnutrition funding fell to 18% of the total, marking a 15% drop in allocation share.

Maharashtra Sanctions Rs 1.20 Crore for Nagpur Haj House Repairs

The Maharashtra Minority Development Department has sanctioned and released Rs 1.20 crore for structural repairs, maintenance, and beautification works at the Nagpur Haj House. The funds, representing 10% of the approved project cost, aim to address long-

Lucknow Municipal Corporation's Rs 2,278 Crore Budget Plan

Lucknow Municipal Corporation has proposed a budget of Rs 2,278.34 crore for 2026-27, with significant allocations for roads and solid waste management. The budget will be considered for approval in meetings scheduled for February 21-22.

Bombay HC Rules Mobile Summons Legally Valid Under BNSS

Nagpur bench of Bombay High Court quashes trial court order, holding that summons served via mobile phone is legally valid under Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023, reinforcing digital processes in criminal justice.

UP Minister Slams New Vehicle Fitness Rules, Writes to Gadkari

Uttar Pradesh Transport Minister Daya Shankar Singh has declared the 2025 vehicle fitness certificate norms unsuitable. He has written to Union Minister Nitin Gadkari, requesting a return to the older system in districts lacking functional Automated Testi

UP Govt Puts Farmers at Center of Economic Roadmap

The Uttar Pradesh government has announced a renewed focus on agriculture and rural development in its economic strategy, allocating Rs 10,888 crore for farm schemes in Budget 2026-27 to modernize farming and curb migration.

Central Command Chief Reviews Women Agniveer Rally in Lucknow

Lieutenant General Anindya Sengupta visited the women military police Agniveer recruitment rally in Lucknow, where 410 candidates participated. He praised the transparent recruitment process and highlighted the strategic importance of women's inclusion in

MP FM Jagdish Devda Presents Budget in Poetic Verse

Madhya Pradesh Finance Minister Jagdish Devda delivered the 2026-27 state budget in a unique poetic style, quoting ancient wisdom and original rhymes to outline government priorities including farmer welfare, women's rights, and infrastructure development

FIR Against Kite Flyer After Man's Throat Injury in Lucknow

Lucknow police have registered an FIR against an unidentified kite flyer after a 30-year-old man suffered a severe throat injury from a kite string near Maharana Pratap crossing. The incident occurred on February 12, with the FIR filed six days later unde

Nagpur Woman Seeks CM Help for Husband in Mali Jail

Priyanka Gulhane has appealed to Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis for intervention after her husband, Nitin Gulhane, remains jailed in Mali since February 2025 over a hydropower project dispute, with unpaid bail of ₹3.25 crore.

Trichy Traffic Fines: 78% Unpaid, Rs 81.6 Crore Dues

Trichy city police report 78% of e-challans unpaid since 2019, with pending fines reaching Rs 81.6 crore. Only Rs 23 crore recovered from Rs 104.7 crore issued. Officials cite non-compliance and lack of enforcement mechanisms as key issues.

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