Kuki-Zo organisations in Manipur have strongly criticised the BJP's appointment of Nemcha Kipgen as deputy chief minister, saying it undermines their campaign for a separate homeland with Union territory status.
In Kolhapur, despite Mahayuti's majority, corporators are being sent on a precautionary trip before the mayoral election on February 6. The election features contests for mayor and deputy mayor, with administrative preparations underway.
An Additional District and Sessions Court in Pokhran, Jaisalmer, has convicted a man and his mother for dowry death, sentencing both to life imprisonment with rigorous labour and imposing fines of Rs 3 lakh each.
Pimpri Chinchwad crime branch raided a spa in Pimple Nilakh, arresting a woman operator and manager for running a sex racket. Police also took action against four women involved in prostitution.
Maharashtra government sanctions Rs 3.69 crore for establishing a bamboo research and training centre in Chandrapur district, with detailed fund allocation and strict expenditure guidelines.
Rajasthan, India's top solar power producer, is planning a major electricity distribution network overhaul to handle growing decentralized renewable energy from PM-Kusum and rooftop solar schemes.
Commuters on Nagpur's Wardha Road faced severe congestion after a passenger bus broke down during peak hours, exacerbated by ongoing Metro Phase 2 construction and poor driving discipline.
An elderly couple from Rahatani, Pune, bravely foiled a chain-snatching attempt, leading to the arrest of one accused. The woman held onto the snatcher's kada despite being dragged, enabling capture.
A shocking incident of animal sacrifice in Jagtial district, Telangana, where around 50 goats were killed inhumanely by biting their throats during a temple festival, has sparked outrage and legal action.
A Pune autorickshaw driver and his two relatives were arrested for allegedly murdering his wife and attempting to pass it off as an accident. The postmortem revealed fatal head injuries from a blunt object.
The New START treaty limiting US and Russian nuclear arsenals has expired, removing caps on strategic warheads for the first time in decades and raising fears of a new arms race involving China.
Independent journalist David Hoch testified before the Senate Judiciary Committee, alleging Minnesota DHS backdated paperwork in Somali daycare fraud case. Lawmakers demand accountability.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi embarks on a two-day visit to Malaysia to enhance trade, investment, energy, and maritime security ties, marking his third trip and first since the 2024 Comprehensive Strategic Partnership upgrade.
A Senate hearing reveals Minnesota's massive fraud scandal with losses up to $80 billion in state-run programs. Lawmakers demand urgent audits and accountability.
BSP President Mayawati convenes a key state-level meeting in Lucknow to review organizational work, seek feedback from office-bearers, and issue new directions ahead of UP assembly elections.
Gurgaon police have arrested two men for allegedly forging documents to illegally occupy a residential plot in Sector 109. The owner discovered the encroachment during a visit after years of absence.
An 85-year-old retired government school principal was brutally attacked with a stick by his middle-aged neighbour in Ujjain's Bherugadh area, leading to his death at a private hospital.
Three teenage sisters died after falling from their ninth-floor apartment in Ghaziabad. Police found a diary revealing their deep obsession with Korean culture, isolation since COVID, and family conflicts over their interests.
The Lucknow bench of Allahabad High Court has registered a suo motu PIL regarding over 1 lakh missing persons in Uttar Pradesh in two years, expressing shock at police inaction in most cases.
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat addressed a program in Khargone, emphasizing true education's role in developing divine qualities and rejecting demands to declare India a Hindu nation.
The Nagpur Improvement Trust has transferred the long-defunct Futala Fountain Lake project to MahaMetro, paving the way for comprehensive repairs and restoration works to bring the landmark attraction back to life.
A 14-year-old girl in Gurgaon was allegedly raped and impregnated by her 19-year-old neighbour. The accused, who worked with the survivor's mother, fled and remains at large as police investigate.
The District Election Office in Gurgaon conducted a training program for electoral registration officers to streamline the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls, focusing on transparency and accuracy.
Congress spokesperson Supriya Shrinate criticizes central and state governments for Bhagirathpura water tragedy, calling it a systemic failure and questioning Jal Jeevan Mission implementation.
Indore traffic police have mapped the city into seven sectors for e-rickshaw operations, with 3,123 vehicles registered so far. This initiative aims to reduce congestion and enhance last-mile connectivity.
Two traffic zonal officers in Gurgaon were suspended after a surprise inspection found them absent from duty points and not following protocols during the Surajkund Mela.
A major traffic snarl on Mumbai-Pune Expressway stranded thousands for 18+ hours after gas tanker accident. Industrialist Dr Sudhir Mehta flew back by helicopter, suggesting emergency exits and helipads.
A staff nurse named Deepshikha Chadhar was fatally shot by an unidentified assailant at the entrance of Shahgarh Community Health Centre in Sagar. Police are investigating the incident, scanning CCTV footage and questioning witnesses.
Odisha's Malkangiri district, once a Maoist stronghold, is now declared Naxal-free after the surrender of commander Sukhram Markam, aided by infrastructure like the Gurupriya bridge.
Three minor sisters in Ghaziabad died by suicide after their father took away their phones and banned Korean content. Police found a suicide note citing their love for Korean culture and harsh discipline.