Shah: Diya Lighting Was Social Experiment in Covid Fight
Union Home Minister Amit Shah calls lamp lighting during Covid a social experiment to boost morale. He praises India's pandemic response and inaugurates a new BSL-4 lab in Gujarat.
Category : Politics
Bihar Men Arrested for Drugging, Robbing Passenger in Bengaluru
Police in Bengaluru arrested two individuals from Bihar for allegedly drugging and robbing a train passenger at Baiyappanahalli. The arrest occurred during an attempt to target another victim.
Army Chief: Women in Infantry Await Societal Acceptance
General Upendra Dwivedi says the Army is ready to induct women into infantry roles, but societal acceptance is key. He outlines a sequential plan for expanding women's roles while detailing major modernization efforts.
Trump Flips Middle Finger at Protester in Michigan
Former President Donald Trump responded with an expletive and middle finger to a protester shouting 'pedophile protector' during his Ford plant tour in Michigan.
Telangana Women Use Rangoli Art to Map Village Poverty
Women in Telangana villages are using traditional rangoli patterns to create social maps identifying the poorest households. This community-driven initiative aims to improve welfare targeting through local knowledge.
Teen Killed at Birthday Party, Accused Arrested in Encounter
A 17-year-old boy was shot dead by his friend after a dispute at a birthday party in Etawah. Police arrested the accused in an encounter where he sustained a leg injury.
UDF Sweeps Kochi Council Committee Chairperson Posts
The UDF ruling front has secured all chairperson positions in Kochi's standing committees. Congress will share terms for two-and-a-half years each, while LDF and BJP faced defeats in contested elections.
Bengaluru Police Case Over Yash Birthday Banners
Bengaluru police register a case against individuals for installing unauthorised banners featuring actor Yash on public property, violating city norms.
Kochi Police Arrest Man in Online Fraud, Another Under Kaapa
Kochi police arrested a Kozhikode native for alleged involvement in an online fraud scheme, while Ernakulam rural police invoked Kaapa against a habitual offender in separate cases.
Kochi Road Chaos: Residents Miss Flights, Trains Daily
Residents along Kochi's Mamangalam-Pottakuzhi road face daily gridlocks, missing crucial trains and flights. Traffic diverted from main roads due to Metro work overwhelms the narrow stretch, prompting urgent police intervention pleas.
Kochi's Political Chessboard: UDF's Candidate Dilemma
As assembly elections approach, major fronts in Ernakulam face complex negotiations over 'winnable' candidates. Key battlegrounds Tripunithura and Kalamassery test alliances amid shifting demographics and internal ambitions.
Congress: BRS Has No Future, BJP Uses Gods for Politics
Telangana Congress president B Mahesh Kumar Goud says BRS has 'no future, only a past' and criticizes BJP for using Hindu sentiment for political gain. He addresses Kavitha's allegations and upcoming elections.
Tense Standoff in Amravati as Civic Poll Campaign Ends
Campaigning for Amravati Municipal Corporation elections concluded with a tense standoff between YSP and BJP supporters at Nehru Maidan. Police intervened to control the situation as parties held final rallies across the city.
PWD Clerk Caught Taking Bribe for Pension in Jhansi
A senior PWD clerk in Jhansi was arrested by anti-corruption officials for accepting a Rs 20,000 bribe to release a retired employee's pension. The clerk demanded Rs 40,000 initially.
BY Vijayendra to Continue as BJP Karnataka Chief for Now
BJP sources confirm BY Vijayendra will remain Karnataka state chief temporarily, with no immediate reelection announcement needed, maintaining party stability.
Kanpur DM Inspects Ghats for Makar Sankranti Preparations
District Magistrate Jitendra Pratap Singh inspected Sarsaiya Ghat in Kanpur, directing officials to ensure safety, cleanliness, and convenience for Makar Sankranti devotees on January 15.
Hisar Court Jails Two Opium Smugglers for 10 Years
A Fatehabad court convicted two opium smugglers from Hisar district, sentencing them to 10 years rigorous imprisonment and imposing fines of Rs 1 lakh each.
EC Deploys 294 Senior Micro-Observers in Bengal
The Election Commission will appoint 294 senior micro-observers from central government officers for the SIR exercise in West Bengal, marking a first in India.
Nagpur Police Deploys 5,500 Personnel for NMC Elections
Nagpur city police implement comprehensive security plan with 5,500 personnel for Thursday's NMC elections, deploying dynamic strategies and identifying sensitive areas.
Rahul Gandhi Slams BJP Over Jananayagan Censor Block
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi accuses BJP-led government of attacking Tamil culture by blocking Vijay's film Jananayagan through censor process, drawing support from party MPs.
Bengaluru Puppy Killed in JP Nagar, Accused Absconding
A young puppy was brutally assaulted and killed in Bengaluru's JP Nagar, sparking outrage. CCTV footage shows the alleged attacker, a security guard, smashing the puppy against a wall. Police are searching for the accused.
Kanpur Man Murders Wife, Son, Arrested After Chase
Surendra Yadav, a truck cleaner, killed his wife and toddler son in a drunken rage in Sadrepur village. Police arrested him after a chase near Gopalpur railway crossing.
Kochi Man Killed in Bike Crash on Coastal Road
A 24-year-old man from Manassery died after his bike hit an electric pole on the Chellanam-Fort Kochi road. He swerved to avoid a pedestrian, lost control, and sustained fatal head injuries.
Bangladesh Polls: Minority Candidate Cleared to Contest
Bangladesh's election commission approves Utpal Biswas's nomination for Gopalganj 2 seat, offering hope to minority candidates. Another candidate, Gobindadeb Pramanik, awaits appeal decision.
Nagpur Civic Polls: NMC Earns Rs7 Lakh from Ads
Nagpur Municipal Corporation generated Rs7,02,752 revenue from political advertisements during civic election campaigns. BJP led spending with Rs6.37 lakh, far ahead of Congress and other parties.
BJD Slams Odisha Govt Over Paddy Procurement Delays
BJD criticizes Odisha government for paddy procurement mismanagement, citing closed centers and low farmer sales. BJP rejects allegations, citing logistical challenges.
BJP's Major Protest Rally in Ballari on January 17
The Bharatiya Janata Party plans a large-scale protest in Ballari, Karnataka, on January 17, with state president B.Y. Vijayendra leading the demonstration against government policies.
Karnataka HC Seeks State Reply on Dharmasthala Burial PIL
The Karnataka High Court has asked the state government to respond to a fresh PIL regarding burial practices in Dharmasthala, highlighting legal and cultural concerns.
Bengaluru Airport Police Reports Decline in Criminal Cases
The Bengaluru Airport Police Station has recorded a steady decline in criminal cases over recent years, with officials attributing the drop to enhanced security measures and public awareness.
Pune Police Visits Ajit Pawar's Campaign Firm
Pune Crime Branch visited DesignBoxed, the firm managing Ajit Pawar's NCP campaign, ahead of civic elections. Police called it a verification visit, while the party defended the firm.
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