Maharashtra ZP Polls Campaign Ends, Voting Saturday
Campaigning for 12 Zilla Parishads and 125 Panchayat Samitis in Maharashtra concluded Thursday. Over 2.09 crore voters will decide 731 ZP and 1,462 PS seats on Saturday, with results on Feb 9.
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India Open to Venezuelan Crude, Reiterates Energy Security Strategy
India's Ministry of External Affairs clarified its energy security approach, stating openness to Venezuelan crude supplies while emphasizing diversification based on market conditions, amid US claims about reduced Russian oil purchases.
Navi Mumbai: Man Arrested for Alleged Sexual Assault of Minor
Ulwe police arrested a 66-year-old man for allegedly sexually assaulting a 16-year-old girl while her mother was in jail. The accused threatened the victim to remain silent.
Navi Mumbai Stops 7 Construction Sites, Seals Property Over Pollution
Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation has stopped work at seven construction sites in Turbhe and sealed a developer's property in Ghansoli for violating air and noise pollution norms, following commissioner's orders.
Punjab Voter Roll Mapping Crosses 55% in Special Revision
Punjab's voter list mapping under the Special Intensive Revision has surpassed 55%, matching 1.18 crore voters. However, significant district disparities exist, with Mohali lagging at 39.77% and Moga leading at 65.73%.
Modi Slams TMC on Infiltrators, Congress on Hatred in RS Speech
Prime Minister Narendra Modi accused TMC of shielding illegal infiltrators and Congress of harboring deep-seated hatred against him during his Rajya Sabha address, which Congress dismissed as an election rally speech.
Modi: EU, US Trade Pacts Boost Global Stability, Benefit Youth
Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated India's trade agreements with the EU and US, emphasizing their role in enhancing global stability and progress. He criticized previous Congress governments for failing to secure such deals and highlighted investment
SC Limits Police Arrests Under BNSS, Says Not for Questioning
The Supreme Court ruled that police cannot arrest individuals merely to ask questions under the new Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita. Arrests must be an absolute necessity for investigation, not a subjective convenience for officers.
Modi Slams Opposition for Insulting President Murmu in Parliament
Prime Minister Narendra Modi condemned opposition parties for allegedly insulting President Droupadi Murmu during her parliamentary address, while also targeting the Congress over historical scandals like Bofors.
Tehsildar Charged for Graft in Illegal Pearl Group Land Sale
A tehsildar in Raipur Rani, Haryana, is under investigation for corruption involving the illegal sale of land belonging to the Pearl Group, with authorities probing misuse of power and financial irregularities.
High Court Flags Police Inaction in Mohali Assault, Murder Cases
The Punjab and Haryana High Court has raised serious concerns over police inaction in a murder near the Mohali SSP's office and an assault case, demanding accountability and swift action.
Chandigarh Police Arrest Five Proclaimed Offenders
Chandigarh Police have arrested five proclaimed offenders in a significant operation, targeting individuals with pending warrants for serious crimes across multiple states.
Panchkula DC Hears Seven Plaints at Samadhan Camp
Deputy Commissioner Sushil Sarwan addressed seven public complaints at a Samadhan camp in Panchkula, resolving issues related to property, pensions, and civic services to enhance governance.
Illegal Structures Demolished in Sukhna Catchment, Nayagaon
Authorities in Chandigarh have demolished illegal structures in the Sukhna Lake catchment area near Nayagaon to protect the environment and prevent encroachment on public land.
Sanitation Firm Staff Dumping Waste in Open in Chandigarh
Staff from a private sanitation firm were caught dumping municipal waste in an open area in Chandigarh, raising serious environmental and health concerns. Authorities are investigating the incident.
IUML Critic Faizi Appointed to Kerala Waqf Board
Samastha Mushawara member Ummer Faizi Mukkam, known for his anti-IUML stance and Left ties, is nominated to the Kerala State Waqf Board, potentially deepening factional divides within the Islamic scholars' body.
CPM Rejects Expelled Leader's Debate on Party Funds
CPM state secretary M V Govindan declares the V Kunhikrishnan issue closed, refusing a public debate on alleged fund collection irregularities. Kunhikrishnan's book accuses party of financial misconduct.
Himachal CM Sukhu Announces Projects, Criticizes BJP
Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu announced Rs 2.5 crore for bridges, CBSE schools, and infrastructure upgrades in Bilaspur. He attacked the BJP over halted central grants and defended the Old Pension Scheme.
Two Students Killed in Lucknow Motorcycle-Bus Crash
Two school students died and one was critically injured after their motorcycle collided with a UPSRTC bus on the Tanda-Banda highway near Inayatpur in Lucknow's Gosainganj area.
Kolkata Creator Arrested for Molesting Former Friend
A Kolkata-based content creator was arrested after being accused of molesting and assaulting a 22-year-old woman, his former close friend, following a 12-hour confinement in Behala.
69 Lakh Ladki Bahin Beneficiaries at Risk as Workers Boycott
Anganwadi workers in Maharashtra boycott physical verification for Ladki Bahin scheme, putting 69 lakh beneficiaries at risk of losing Rs 1,500 monthly installments due to eKYC errors.
Bengaluru Hotel Burglary: Rs 2.4 Lakh Stolen in Banashankari
A hotel in Bengaluru's Banashankari area was burgled, with thieves stealing Rs 2.4 lakh after breaking the rear entrance. Police are investigating using CCTV footage.
Calcutta HC Rejects Woman's Appeal Over Divorce Delay
The Calcutta High Court refused to condone a two-year delay in filing an appeal against an ex parte divorce decree, noting inconsistencies in the woman's claims about her pregnancy and travel.
Congress Leader M Murali, Former MLA, Dies at 73
Senior Congress leader and former MLA M Murali, 73, passed away in Thiruvananthapuram while undergoing treatment for a kidney ailment. He served four terms from Mavelikkara and was a key figure in Kerala politics.
BJP Challenges Kerala CM to Refer Sabarimala Gold Scam to CBI
BJP state president Rajeev Chandrasekhar demands CBI probe into Sabarimala gold scam, alleging conspiracy to sabotage investigation. He dismisses budget neglect claims, citing increased funds for Kerala.
BJP Shifts Nashik Corporators to Secret Site for Mayor Vote
BJP's Nashik unit has relocated all 72 newly elected corporators to an undisclosed location outside the city, planning to bring them back Friday for the mayor and deputy mayor elections at NMC headquarters.
Bengaluru Weekend Power Cuts for Maintenance by KPTCL & Bescom
Karnataka Power Transmission Corporation Limited and Bangalore Electricity Supply Company have scheduled power cuts across east, north, and west Bengaluru this weekend for essential maintenance and repairs. Citizens can contact emergency helpline 1912.
Watchman Charged for Killing Stray Dog in Parbhani
A watchman in Parbhani, Maharashtra, faces legal action for allegedly beating a stray dog to death and assaulting a hotel employee. PETA India assisted in filing the FIR.
Jaipur Traders Allege UD Tax Irregularities by Private Firm
Shopkeepers at Chaura Rasta market in Jaipur's Walled City accuse M/s Sparrow Softech Pvt Ltd of incorrect tax bills and arbitrary demand notices. JMC commissioner promises resolution within 15 days.
Drunk Father Strangles Daughter in Jalandhar, Arrested
A man in Jalandhar, reportedly drunk, strangled his five-year-old daughter to death when she cried. The accused, an unemployed alcoholic, was arrested and remanded to police custody.
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