Uttarakhand Bans Summer Paddy to Protect Groundwater

Uttarakhand's Udham Singh Nagar district faces a complete ban on summer paddy farming from February to April, affecting 15,000 farmers and Rs 150 crore produce to address severe groundwater depletion.

Bengaluru Metro May Hike Fares 5% Before Elections

Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation considers a 5% fare increase this February, sparking political debate ahead of Bengaluru's corporation elections. Commuters express financial strain concerns.

Bengaluru Fake Gun Maker Arrested After Bar Threat

Police in Bengaluru arrested a tinkering shop owner for making a fake double-barrel gun used to threaten a bar cashier who refused free liquor to a rowdy. Two accomplices remain at large.

Kolkata Gay Dating App Fraud: Youth Extorted, Confined

A 21-year-old from Murshidabad was allegedly extorted of Rs 21,000, gold rings, and a silver chain after being confined for hours in Kolkata. Police arrested one suspect and are investigating this seventh such case in the city.

40 Tribal Houses Gutted in Andhra Pradesh Fire

A devastating fire has destroyed 40 thatched houses belonging to tribal families in Andhra Pradesh's Alluri Sitharama Raju district, leaving residents homeless and in distress.

PM Modi's Office Shifts from South Block to Sewa Teerth

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to relocate his office from the historic South Block to the newly constructed Sewa Teerth complex within a week, marking a significant shift in India's administrative landscape.

Surat Revenue Official Dies by Suicide at Home

Hinisha Patel, a 36-year-old deputy mamlatdar in Surat, died by suicide at her Jahangirabad residence. Her husband, also a deputy mamlatdar, was waiting in the parking lot. Police investigation underway.

Agra Election Officials Trained for Draft Roll Process

Agra district conducted training for election officials on handling claims and objections for draft electoral rolls. Officials learned procedures for notices and verification to ensure accurate voter lists.

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