Noida Waterlogging: Decade of Delays Led to Tragedy
A software engineer drowned in a waterlogged trench in Noida's Sector 150. The site, meant for a mall, became a pond over 10 years due to stalled stormwater plans.
Category : Politics
Six Bengal Deaths Linked to Electoral Roll Revision Panic
Six deaths reported in Bengal districts over 24 hours, with families blaming anxiety from Special Intensive Revision notices and hearings. Five suicides and one heart attack linked to electoral roll process.
Varanasi Police Warns Accused in Fake Temple Photo Case
Varanasi Police Commissioner Mohit Agrawal issues 72-hour ultimatum to eight accused, including politicians, in fake AI-generated temple demolition photo case. Failure to appear will be treated as admission of guilt.
UP Voter Registration Surges 14 Lakh After Draft Roll
Uttar Pradesh witnesses over 14 lakh new voter registrations following the special intensive revision draft roll 2026 release, with 7.2 lakh applications in 11 days and a single-day peak of 7 lakh physical submissions.
Amritsar Student Dies by Suicide After Theft Case
A 19-year-old BPharmacy student in Amritsar allegedly died by suicide after a theft case was filed against him. His family claims the accusation was false and without evidence.
Teen Driver Flees After Crashing Into Bikes in Kanpur
A minor driving a car hit multiple parked bikes and another vehicle near Namak factory in Kanpur's Rawatpur area late Sunday night before fleeing the scene with another teenager.
Constable's Body Found in Yamuna After Family Tragedy
The body of Dial-112 driver constable Gaurav Kumar Yadav was recovered from the Yamuna river in Banda, six days after he murdered his daughter and attacked his wife before jumping into the river.
Dalit Woman's Family Protests, Demands Arrest of All Accused
Family of a 60-year-old Dalit woman killed in Botad refuses to claim her body, demands arrest of all 15 accused. Police have arrested four suspects, investigate cross-complaints.
SC Directs EC to Display Names Flagged in Bengal Voter Roll Scrutiny
The Supreme Court has directed the Election Commission to display names flagged for 'logical discrepancies' in West Bengal's voter roll revision publicly at local offices, ensuring transparency.
SC Gives MP 2 Weeks to Decide on Minister's Prosecution
The Supreme Court directs Madhya Pradesh government to decide within two weeks on sanction to prosecute Minister Kunwar Vijay Shah for remarks about Colonel Sofiya Qureshi.
EC Slams Mamata for Violence Against Poll Officials in Bengal
The Election Commission accuses West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee of provoking violence and threats against officials during electoral roll revision, citing attacks and intimidation.
Modi, UAE President Ink Defence, LNG Pacts, Target $200B Trade
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan held extensive talks in Delhi, agreeing on defence cooperation, a 10-year LNG supply deal, and a goal to double bilateral trade to $200 billion by 2032.
India-EU Summit Jan 27: Major Deals on Trade, Defence, Mobility
India and the European Union will hold a crucial summit on January 27. They are likely to announce a Free Trade Agreement, a Security and Defence Partnership, and a framework for Indian workers' mobility in Europe.
Noida CEO Removed, SIT Formed After Engineer's Death in Trench
The Uttar Pradesh government has removed Lokesh M as CEO of Noida Authority and constituted a Special Investigation Team to probe the drowning death of software engineer Yuvraj Mehta.
US Visa Bond Up to $15,000 for Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan
The US adds Bangladesh to a list of 38 countries requiring visa bonds up to $15,000 for business and tourist travel, effective January 21, 2026.
Naxals Languish in Jail Despite Govt Aid Promise
Naxals in Karnataka prisons await promised financial assistance of up to Rs 7.50 lakh, with A and B category cases facing delays in release and support.
UK May Ban Kids from Social Media Like Australia
The UK government is exploring a ban on children using social media platforms, similar to Australia's recent move, to protect young users from online harms.
Nitin Nabin to be BJP's Youngest President Unopposed
Nitin Nabin emerges as sole candidate for BJP national president, endorsed by PM Modi and senior leaders. The 45-year-old will take charge on Tuesday.
TMC's Abhishek Banerjee Calls SC Order Victory for Democracy
TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee celebrates Supreme Court ruling on SIR petition, calling it a tight slap on those trying to snatch voting rights in Bengal.
Congress Protests Over Magh Mela Incident, Varanasi Development
Congress workers demonstrated at Prayagraj collectorate, accusing police of denying permission to Shankaracharya and manhandling followers during Magh Mela. They also criticized Varanasi development projects.
Prayagraj Police Clarify Clash at Magh Mela
Magh Mela officials in Prayagraj explain the clash with Shankaracharya Swami Avimukteshwaranand's followers during Mauni Amavasya snan, citing rule violations.
Manikarnika Ghat Work Speeds Up in Varanasi
Ground clearing and leveling work intensifies at Manikarnika Ghat in Varanasi as political visits and protests unfold nearby. Congress leaders take a symbolic dip in the Ganga.
Pune Women Face E-KYC Hurdles in Ladki Bahin Scheme
Thousands of beneficiaries in Pune report technical glitches in the Mukhyamantri Mazhi Ladki Bahin Yojana e-KYC process, delaying Rs 1,500 monthly aid. Issues include Aadhaar-bank linking errors and form mistakes.
Gurgaon Worker Killed by Tanker, Locals Protest Accidents
A factory worker died after a speeding water tanker ran him over in Gurgaon's Sanjay Colony. Residents protested frequent accidents and traffic issues in the area.
Hospital Staff Protests After Molestation Allegation in Jaipur
A contractual ward helper at JK Lon Hospital in Jaipur accused a nursing officer of molestation, leading to protests and immediate removal of the accused from duty.
Ajmer Court Merges Temple Claim Suits, Feb 21 Hearing
An Ajmer court has combined a second lawsuit alleging a Shiva temple exists beneath the Khwaja Moinuddin Chisti Dargah with an earlier similar case. Both will be heard on February 21.
Prayagraj Shankaracharya Demands Police Apology for Mela Incident
Jyotirmath head Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati continues sit-in protest at Magh Mela, refusing holy dip until police offer apology and respectful escort after Sunday's altercation.
Khambatki Ghat Tunnel in Pune to Open Fully by June
The Khambatki ghat tunnel on Pune-Satara highway will be fully operational by June, reducing travel time from 45 to 7 minutes and improving safety on the accident-prone stretch.
Bengali Migrant Found Dead in Assam, Political Row Erupts
A 33-year-old man from Cooch Behar was found dead near a railway track in Assam. Trinamool claims he was targeted for being Bengali, while BJP accuses them of ethnic politics.
Congress Wants Ballot Papers Back, BJP Opposes
Congress leaders advocate returning to ballot papers for transparency, while BJP and others label the proposal as regressive and outdated.
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