Bastar villages apply for 'Naxal-free' Ilwat status
Villages in Chhattisgarh's Bastar division are voluntarily seeking the 'Naxal-free' Ilwat tag for development grants. Govt drafts SOP to verify genuine cases amidst a surge in applications.
Category : Politics
Massive Sankranti Rush: 170 Special Trains Rolled Out
As Sankranti holidays begin, Telangana sees a massive travel surge. South Central Railway runs 170 special trains and deploys extra staff to manage over 2 lakh daily passengers at Secunderabad station. Read more.
Lucknow Plans Int'l Flower Show, Ad Overhaul in Feb
Lucknow Municipal Corporation announces a large-scale international flower show for February and a city-wide redesign of hoardings to reduce clutter, inspired by Ahmedabad's model. Read for details.
SP to File Mass FIRs Against BJP Over Fake Voter Allegations
Samajwadi Party announces mass FIRs against BJP for alleged fake voter addition via SIR. Akhilesh Yadav unveils legal proforma for cadres and aids families of deceased BLOs. Read the full story.
1,171 Challaned in Lucknow Police Drive Against Street Drinking
Lucknow Police fined 1,171 people for public drinking in a massive Friday night drive. The campaign covered 195 locations. Authorities warn of strict action to maintain social order.
HYDRAA reclaims ₹3,000 crore govt land in Hyderabad
HYDRAA's major anti-encroachment drive in Miyapur secures 15 acres of prime government land valued at ₹3,000 crore. The agency also protected Water Board property in a separate action.
Protester Scales Iranian Embassy in London, Replaces Flag
A dramatic protest at the Iranian Embassy in London saw a man scale the building, tear down the regime's flag, and hoist the pre-1979 Shah-era symbol. Read the full story of this bold act of defiance.
Shimla village passes resolution against Jathiya Devi township
Gram Panchayat Bagi near Shimla refuses to give land for the proposed Jathiya Devi mountain township. 280 families sign resolution against the Rs 1,374-crore project, citing threat to agricultural and forest land. Read the full story.
Hyderabad: 12 Lakh Vehicles Expected for Festive Exodus
Hyderabad anticipates a massive festive exodus of 12 lakh vehicles. Minister Komatireddy Venkat Reddy details emergency measures like free-flow tolls, ambulance deployment, and drone surveillance to ensure safe travel. Plan your journey wisely!
Bareilly Leads UP's CM Dashboard Rankings for December
Bareilly district secured the top spot in UP's CM Dashboard rankings for December, scoring 9.27/10. Discover how Lakhimpur Kheri and Shahjahanpur followed closely. Read more!
Love Affair Suspected in Hardoi Double Suicide
A couple was found hanging from a tree in Hardoi's Daulatpur village. The man had applied vermilion to the minor girl before the alleged suicide. Police investigation ongoing.
Office Assistant Fakes Kidnapping Over Online Gaming Debts
A Lucknow man, overwhelmed by Rs 40 lakh debt from online gaming and loan apps, staged his own kidnapping. Police traced him to Bareilly. Read the full story.
Doctor-YouTuber Detained at Mumbai Airport in BJP Defamation Case
Dr. Sangram Patil, a London-based YouTuber, was briefly detained at Mumbai airport in a defamation case filed by BJP's Nikhil Bhamre. He was served a notice and released after questioning. Details inside.
Congress starts 'MNREGA Bachao Sangram' campaign in Uttar Pradesh
Congress launches statewide 'MNREGA Bachao Sangram' campaign in UP, alleging BJP is weakening the rural job guarantee scheme. Read about the political battle over this lifeline for millions.
AAP's Vasai Candidate Gives Legal Affidavit for Accountability
Aam Aadmi Party candidate Sunil Gupta in Vasai's municipal polls submits a Rs 100 stamp paper affidavit, giving voters the right to question him if work is not visible in 24 months. A unique move for political accountability. Read more.
Goa CM Seeks Equitable Funding at Union Budget Meeting
Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant advocated for a more equitable funding model for centrally sponsored schemes, highlighting the state's unique coastal, ecological, and tourism challenges during the pre-budget consultation for Union Budget 2026-27.
PM Modi at Somnath Temple for Swabhiman Parv Celebrations
PM Narendra Modi offered prayers at Somnath Temple and witnessed a spectacular drone show marking 1000 years since Ghazni's first attack. Read about the historic event.
Lucknow Parking Charges Hiked, Operations Privatised
Lucknow Municipal Corporation doubles parking fees across city lots, shifts to 2-hour slabs. New rates aim to regulate traffic and boost revenue, but commuters fear more roadside parking.
4-Year-Old Dies in Lucknow Fire Caused by Temple Diya
A devastating fire in Lucknow's Indiranagar claims the life of a 4-year-old girl, Avika. The blaze, ignited by an earthen lamp, trapped her as she slept. Read the full heartbreaking details.
Police Driver Among 5 Accused in Korba Gang Rape
A 19-year-old girl was allegedly gang-raped by five men in Korba, including a Dial-112 driver. Two arrested, three absconding. Police face embarrassment. Full details.
Owaisi Targets Congress on UAPA, Khalid Imam Bail Denial
AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi criticizes Congress for supporting UAPA provisions after Delhi court denies bail to Khalid Imam. Details on the political clash and legal case inside.
Ex-Congress MLA Rahul Mamkootathil Arrested for Sexual Assault
Former Congress MLA Rahul Mamkootathil was taken into custody by Kerala Police in a sexual assault case. Get the latest details on the arrest and charges.
Ludhiana: Gunmen fire at luxury car rental, drop gangster chits
Masked assailants opened fire at Royal Limo's showroom in Ludhiana, damaging high-end vehicles. Police probe links to gangsters Pawan Shaukeen & Mohabbat Randhawa. Read the full investigation details.
Abhishek Banerjee: Bengal won't bow to Delhi, slams ED-EC
Trinamool's Abhishek Banerjee accuses BJP of misusing central agencies, vows resistance. Details on Bankura rally, development claims, and SIR criticism.
Baba Kalyani: Pune lacks cleanliness culture, needs urgent action
Bharat Forge's Baba Kalyani warns of Delhi-like pollution in Pune, criticizes failed Swachh Bharat impact, and calls for a 2-year green mission with EVs and corporate solutions. Read more.
Ludhiana water project woes: Pipeline bursts flood streets
Ludhiana's flagship canal water project causes chaos as repeated pipeline bursts flood Model Town. Residents cite safety hazards and poor oversight. Read more.
3 Booked for Cash Distribution to Lure Voters in Pune
Pune police register a case against three individuals for allegedly distributing money to influence voters for NCP candidates in Baner's civic polls. Over Rs 2.5 lakh seized.
UP Father Arrested for Murdering Toddler, Throwing Body in River
A 30-year-old man in Uttar Pradesh's Badaun arrested for allegedly murdering his 3-year-old son and throwing the body into the Yamuna river. Police recover remains.
60 Candidates Unopposed in Maharashtra Civic Polls
State Election Commission verifies reports for 60 unopposed candidates across 29 municipal corporations. Results to be declared on Jan 16 counting day. Read details.
Parth Pawar's Firm Faces Coercive Recovery Over Stamp Duty
Maharashtra registration department warns Amadea Enterprises LLP, linked to Ajit Pawar's son, of asset attachment if Rs 21 crore stamp duty & penalty not paid by Feb 10. Read details.
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