Uttarakhand may ban non-Hindus from Haridwar ghats
Uttarakhand govt mulls restricting non-Hindu entry to Haridwar's ghats & declaring Rishikesh, Haridwar as 'sanatan cities'. Plan may start from 2027 Ardh Kumbh. Read the full story.
Category : Politics
HC Seeks Affidavit on ST/SC Scholarship Scam Probe
Uttarakhand High Court directs petitioner to respond to state's affidavit on alleged crores embezzled in ST/SC student scholarships. 156 cases registered, hearing pending.
BJP denies VIP link in Rishikesh resort murder case
Senior BJP leader Naresh Bansal refutes claims of VIP involvement in the Ankita murder case, stating SIT found no evidence. Opposition Congress accused of politicising the issue. Read the full details.
Ranchi: 5 & 4-Year-Olds Missing, Rs 51K Reward Announced
A 5-year-old and a 4-year-old have been missing from Ranchi's Dhurwa since Friday. Locals protested alleged police inaction. A Rs 51,000 reward is announced for information.
Venezuela's Maduro Pleads Not Guilty in US Court
Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro pleads not guilty in a US court on drug trafficking charges. The next hearing is scheduled for March 17, 2026. Read the full details.
Pilibhit Farmers Await Rs 220 Crore Sugarcane Dues
Pilibhit sugarcane farmers struggle with over Rs 220 crore unpaid dues as mills falter on payments. Officials promise action, but farmers bear the brunt. Read the full report.
AJSU Party Youth Wing Begins Membership Campaign in Ranchi
AJSU Party's youth wing kicks off a major membership drive across all 53 wards of Ranchi Municipal Corporation to bolster its base ahead of urban local body elections. Key leaders outline their strategy.
CM Conrad Sangma's New Year Dance with Garo Hills Villagers
Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma joined a community dance in East Garo Hills for New Year celebrations under the CM Connect programme. Read about his people-friendly approach and musical tribute.
Chikkamagaluru MLA Promotes Organic Farming & Millets
Congress MLA HD Thammaiah advocates for organic farming and millet consumption at a district fair, highlighting health benefits and government support. Learn why leaders call it the future of agriculture.
CEC Praises BLOs, Confident on Jharkhand Electoral Roll Revision
Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar lauded Booth Level Officers as crucial for a clean electoral roll during his Deoghar visit. He expressed confidence in Jharkhand's upcoming intensive revision process.
Army's National Integration Tour for Arunachal Students Flagged Off
Students from Mechuka Govt School in Arunachal Pradesh begin a national integration tour to Delhi, Pune, Mumbai & Itanagar. The Army-led initiative aims to connect youth with India's cultural & democratic fabric.
Haryana BJP, Congress Clash Over MGNREGA vs VB-GRAM G
Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini attacks Punjab's MGNREGA 'scam', defends BJP's VB-GRAM G. Congress launches 'Save MGNREGA' campaign. Full details on the political slugfest.
Tripura Youth Congress Leader Arrested After 6 Months
West Agartala police arrest Youth Congress leader Shahjan Islam for alleged derogatory remarks against CM Manik Saha. He had fled to Bangladesh after FIR was filed. Read the full story.
Priyanka Gandhi to Lead Assam Congress Candidate Screening
Priyanka Gandhi Vadra chairs Congress's Assam screening panel, receiving candidate lists from block committees. Over 500 aspirants seek tickets as manifesto campaign gains pace.
MP Karti Chidambaram seeks update on Air India 787 Ahmedabad crash probe
Congress MP Karti Chidambaram demands transparency in the investigation of the 2024 Air India Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner crash in Ahmedabad. Read the latest updates on the probe and safety concerns.
Congress Alleges Rs 500 Cr Kolhapur Land Scam
Congress MLC Satej Patil accuses Maharashtra govt of giving prime land worth Rs 500 crore for just Rs 30 crore to a society linked to a JSS MLA. Read the full story and political fallout.
Venezuela's Acting President is Devotee of Sathya Sai Baba
Venezuelan Acting President Delcy Rodriguez visited Sathya Sai Baba's ashram in Puttaparthi twice. Discover the spiritual connection shaping Venezuela's leadership amid political turmoil.
Activists, Journalists Challenge FIR in HC Over CM Chopper Query
An RTI activist and three journalists have approached the Punjab & Haryana High Court seeking to quash an FIR filed against them for questioning the use of the Punjab CM's official helicopter. They claim it's a free speech issue. Read more.
BJP's Lotus Wall Painting Campaign Launched in Assam
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma launches BJP's statewide wall painting campaign ahead of assembly polls. Campaign focuses on lotus symbol, party ideology, and development record. Read more.
Punjab & Haryana HC: No Govt Lapse of Family Pension
Punjab & Haryana High Court directs PSPCL to pay 100% family pension to a widow, ruling state cannot retain any portion when other beneficiaries become ineligible. Read the landmark judgment.
Lokayukta Patil Inspects DC Office, Flags Land Delay
Karnataka Lokayukta Justice BS Patil's surprise inspection in Kalaburagi reveals only 7 out of 55 land proposals for ex-servicemen were sanctioned. He ordered immediate disposal of pending cases and raised concerns over lake encroachment and fund misuse.
Silchar fire destroys 3 homes, Rs 30 lakh loss
A devastating fire in Cachar's Chandinagar near the India-Bangladesh border left three families homeless, causing Rs 30 lakh in damage. Read about the suspected cause and delayed response.
Bihar CS Pushes for Fast-Tracking Ganga Bridge, Irrigation Projects
Bihar Chief Secretary Pratyaya Amrit reviews progress of Bakhtiarpur-Tajpur bridge, North Koel reservoir & Mandai weir. Directs officials to accelerate work for timely completion ahead of CM Nitish Kumar's review.
Land dispute turns fatal in Bulandshahr, BJP functionary accused
A 43-year-old man, nephew of ex-BSP MLA Haji Aleem, was beaten to death in a land dispute clash with a BJP functionary in Bulandshahr. Police register murder FIR. Read the full details.
Chandmari Flyover Sunset View Blocked by Construction
The cherished sunset viewing spot on Guwahati's Chandmari flyover is now obscured by the Noonmati-Ambari flyover pillars. Residents lament the loss of a social hub and demand pedestrian-friendly spaces. Read more.
Bihar Left Parties Protest US Action Against Venezuela
CPI(ML) and CPM held demonstrations in Patna against the US attack on Venezuela. Left parties plan statewide mass protests, condemning the violation of sovereignty. Read more.
Retired Headmaster Draws Double Pension for 15 Years
A retired headmaster in Gajapati district allegedly drew double pension & gratuity for 15 years due to a procedural lapse. Officials probe administrative negligence. Read the full investigation.
Bidar KDP meeting descends into chaos after MLA-MLC clash
A public meeting in Bidar was postponed after a heated altercation between BJP MLA Siddu Patil and Congress MLC Bhimrao Patil. Police intervened to prevent violence. Read the full details.
Dhami-Gadkari Meet: Major Road Projects for Uttarakhand Reviewed
CM Pushkar Singh Dhami met Union Minister Nitin Gadkari to fast-track Uttarakhand's highway projects. Key plans include decongesting pilgrim routes & completing the Silkyara tunnel by 2027. Details inside.
Maharashtra BJP Chief Blames NCP for 'Operation Lotus'
Maharashtra BJP President Chandrashekhar Bawankule claims the NCP pioneered political defections in the state, sparking a war of words. Read the full political controversy.
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