HP CM Sukhu: Complete 27,898 Rural Works in 3 Months
Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu directs departments to finish 27,898 pending rural development works within three months, emphasizing transparent and equitable growth.
Category : Politics
Kerala Approves Dredged Sand for NH-66 Highway Expansion
Kerala government permits use of sand dredged from Muthalapozhi Harbour for NH-66 six-laning project, easing construction material shortage and accelerating work on critical Thiruvananthapuram stretch.
Two Women Arrested in Surat for Trying to Sell Newborn
Surat crime branch arrests two women for allegedly attempting to sell a 10-day-old baby girl for Rs 2.5 lakh. The infant was brought from Maharashtra and rescued by police.
Nagpur: 18-Month-Old Dies After Being Run Over by Tempo
An 18-month-old girl, Priyanshi Devpach, died after being crushed by a reversing light load carrier in Nagpur's Kharbi area. The driver has been booked under Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita for rash driving and negligence.
Vadodara ASI Arrested for Drug Links Before Retirement
A Vadodara ASI from the elite SOG unit was arrested for alleged links with a drug peddler caught with Rs 48 lakh heroin. The arrest marks the first such case involving a policeman from this unit in the city.
Kolkata Police FIR Over Forged Objections in Assembly Constituency
Kolkata Police files FIR against Mithun Bhattacharya for allegedly using forged documents to file objections against three electors in Behala Paschim assembly constituency. The accused denied filing objections and skipped hearings.
Nagpur's Ex-Autopsy Expert Kiran Manpiya Elected Corporator
Former Mayo Hospital employee Kiran Manpiya, who conducted over 45,000 autopsies in 22 years, wins NMC election from Prabhag 3. The 62-year-old BJP member now aims to dissect civic problems with same dedication.
Himachal Forms Committees to Manage Panchayats Post-PRI Term
Himachal Pradesh government establishes administrative committees to oversee gram panchayats, panchayat samitis, and zila parishads following the expiration of elected PRI representatives' terms across most regions.
Nagpur Dumping Yard Fire: No Casualties Reported
A significant fire erupted near stored refuse-derived fuel at Nagpur's Bhandewadi dumping yard on Saturday afternoon, prompting immediate response from municipal fire brigade teams.
Thane Car Rental Dispute Turns Fatal in Shilphata
A car rental deposit dispute in Thane's Shilphata escalated into a fatal stabbing and abduction. Police swiftly arrested three accused and rescued the victim within hours of the violent incident.
Nagpur Fire Services Crisis: 86% Staff Vacancies
Nagpur's fire and emergency services face critical manpower shortages with 751 out of 872 posts vacant, leaving 13 fire stations understaffed and new fire tenders idle, threatening public safety in the city of over two million.
Thane Police Busts Mumbra Man's Drug Racket
Thane police arrested a 25-year-old mobile repairman from Mumbra for allegedly running a narcotics racket using his business as a front. Authorities seized 750 bottles of codeine-based cough syrup, gadgets, and cash worth over Rs 1.8 lakh.
Health Ministry Appeals Delhi HC Ruling on Frozen Semen Release
The Union Health Ministry has appealed a Delhi High Court ruling that allowed parents of a deceased unmarried man to access his cryopreserved semen for posthumous reproduction, raising complex legal questions about inheritance and consent.
Judge Rejects Minnesota Bid to Block Trump Immigration Operation
A federal judge has denied Minnesota's attempt to halt a major immigration enforcement surge under President Trump, ruling the state unlikely to succeed in its constitutional challenge.
Sunetra Pawar Becomes First Woman Deputy CM of Maharashtra
Sunetra Pawar, wife of NCP leader Ajit Pawar, has taken oath as Maharashtra's first woman Deputy Chief Minister, marking a historic moment in state politics. The NCP's reunification efforts face significant hurdles amid ongoing factional disputes.
Ludhiana Advocate Aces Punjab-Haryana Judicial Service Exams
A young advocate from Ludhiana has achieved top rank in the Punjab and Haryana High Court Judicial Service exams, showcasing legal excellence in the region.
PM Modi Visits Dera Ballan on Ravidas Jayanti, 8,000 Cops Deployed
Prime Minister Narendra Modi visits Dera Ballan in Punjab's Jalandhar district on Ravidas Jayanti. A massive security deployment of 8,000 police personnel is in place following a threat email, ensuring tight security for the event.
Navjot Kaur Quits Congress, Slams Punjab Unit Chief
Navjot Kaur Sidhu, wife of former Punjab Congress chief Navjot Singh Sidhu, resigns from the party, accusing state unit head Raja Warring of ignoring senior leaders and praising PM Modi's governance.
Rs 8,000 Crore Urban Fund Unused for 5 Years
The Rs 8,000 crore performance-based challenge fund for developing eight new cities remains unutilized for five years. Progress on air pollution control in million-plus cities and bus schemes also lags, highlighting urban development challenges.
Free Laptops Distributed to Chennai Students Under Govt Scheme
Hindu Religious Minister P K Sekarbabu distributed laptops to 186 college students in Chennai under the 'Ulagam Ungal Kaiyil' scheme to boost IT and AI skills among youth.
5 Killed in Berhampur Truck Crash on Railway Overbridge
A speeding truck crashed into three motorcycles on a railway overbridge in Berhampur, killing five and injuring three. Police seized the truck and detained the driver.
Madras HC Dismisses Plea Against Electric Crematorium
Madras High Court dismisses PIL challenging electric crematorium construction in Kuchanur village, citing ulterior motives and supporting modernization to reduce pollution.
Modi's Jalandhar Visit & Punjab's Dalit Political Dynamics
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Dera Sachkhand Ballan on Guru Ravidas Jayanti highlights political outreach to Punjab's Dalit community, which faces complex identity divisions affecting voting patterns.
BJP Appoints Narendra Borkar as Nagpur Leader Before Mayor Polls
BJP Nagpur unit names senior corporator Narendra Borkar as ruling party leader ahead of February 6 mayor elections, consolidating civic leadership with experienced hand.
BJP Names Neeta Thakre Nagpur Mayor, Shivani Dani Standing Committee Head
BJP selects three-time corporator Neeta Thakre as Nagpur's next mayor, overlooking Shivani Dani. Thakre becomes the 55th mayor and 8th woman to hold the post. Elections scheduled for February 6.
BJP Corporators Submit Resignations in Nagpur Ahead of NMC Appointments
All 102 newly elected BJP corporators in Nagpur submitted resignation letters to party leadership, described as routine practice but seen as pressure tactic before key NMC appointments including standing committee members.
Madras HC Rejects State Plea on Police Building Eviction
Madras High Court refuses interim relief to Tamil Nadu government, upholding order to vacate Sholinganallur police building within two years over rent dispute.
Thane Court Jails Man for Cheque Bounce, Orders Rs 60 Lakh Compensation
A Thane magistrate court has convicted a Borivli resident in a decade-old property dispute, sentencing him to one year simple imprisonment for dishonouring two cheques worth Rs 30 lakh and ordering Rs 60 lakh compensation to the complainant.
Bengal Police Denies ED Intimidation Claims in I-PAC Case
West Bengal Police has filed affidavits in Supreme Court denying Enforcement Directorate's allegations of intimidation during searches at I-PAC office and founder's residence in Kolkata.
IPS Officers Need 2-Year Central Service for IG Post
Union home ministry mandates IPS officers from 2011 batch onwards to serve minimum two years at SP/DIG level in central posts to qualify for inspector general positions in Union government.
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