Maharashtra Public Holiday on Jan 15 for Civic Polls
Maharashtra government declares a public holiday on January 15 for municipal corporation elections. Government offices and banks to remain shut. Get all details here.
Category : Politics
Rogue Jharkhand Elephant Missing, Death Toll Rises to 17
A sub-adult male elephant on a rampage in West Singhbhum, Jharkhand, is now missing. The death toll has reached 17. Expert trackers from Gujarat and WildlifeSOS have been called in to locate and tranquilize the jumbo. Read for the latest updates.
Shivakumar's CM Bid in Cold Storage as Congress Sends Him to Assam
The AICC appoints Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar as a senior observer for Assam polls, signaling a status quo on the state's leadership. Siddaramaiah continues as CM, at least until key state elections conclude. Read the full analysis.
ED Uncovers Rs 800 Crore Cough Syrup Smuggling Racket
Enforcement Directorate probes a massive narcotics racket involving illegal sale of codeine-laced cough syrup to Bangladesh. Prime accused Shubham Jaiswal allegedly earned Rs 800 crore. Read the full investigation details.
Lucknow LMC anti-encroachment drive in Balaganj clears 56 structures
Lucknow Municipal Corporation launched a major anti-encroachment drive in Balaganj, removing 56 illegal structures to reclaim public space and ease traffic. Officials warn against reoccupation.
Encroachers return to Nishatganj Bridge after Lucknow drive
A day after a major anti-encroachment drive at Lucknow's Nishatganj bridge, vendors and squatters are back, raising serious questions about enforcement by civic authorities. What's the permanent solution?
Rs 2000 Cr Midday Meal Scam: ACB Case in Jaipur
Rajasthan ACB registers FIR in alleged Rs 2000 crore midday meal scam during Covid. 21 accused, including Confed officials & private firms, face charges of fraud & conspiracy. Details inside.
Lucknow Team Visits Ahmedabad's Waste-to-Energy Plant
A Lucknow Municipal Corporation delegation visited Ahmedabad to study its solid waste-to-energy project. The team aims to establish a similar facility in Lucknow by 2026 to boost sustainability.
Adhikari: Mamata's ED Raid Visit Unethical, Unconstitutional
Bengal LoP Suvendu Adhikari condemns CM Mamata Banerjee's visit during ED search at I-PAC office, calling it interference. BJP alleges evidence seizure. Full story.
Goa MP, Kargil Veteran Gets EC Notice Over Voter ID Proof
South Goa MP Capt Viriato Fernandes, a Kargil War veteran, received an Election Commission notice to prove his identity. Goa's CEO blamed the Booth Level Officer for the lapse. Read details.
Lucknow Police Drive: 1,025 Fined for Public Drinking
Lucknow Police's special drive targets public drinking & hooliganism after citizen complaints. 1,025 challans issued in one hour. Commissioner vows continued action for public safety.
Mamata Leads Protest After ED Raids I-PAC Office
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee announced a major protest march in Kolkata after ED searches at I-PAC. She accuses BJP of 'political burglary' and stealing candidate data ahead of polls.
Lucknow HC Seeks Plan for Reclaimed Sahara Land
Allahabad HC's Lucknow bench asks LDA and Municipal Corporation for their proposal on reclaimed Sahara land in Gomtinagar, marked as a green belt. Next hearing on Jan 19.
Rajasthan CM Questions Police Over Drug Network Intel Lapse
Rajasthan CM Bhajan Lal Sharma criticizes police intelligence failure as Gujarat & Mumbai ATS conduct raids. He announces Rs 200 crore modernisation fund and new initiatives.
Kanpur Coaching Operator Arrested for Raping Student
A 15-year-old student in Kanpur's Kidwainagar accused her coaching teacher of rape and death threats. Police have arrested the accused under the POCSO Act. Read the full details.
Rajasthan HC: Parole Bond Must Consider Prisoner's Financial Status
Rajasthan High Court mandates humane parole conditions, ruling poverty isn't a crime. New guidelines prevent discrimination against poor inmates. Read the landmark judgment details.
Two separate fires cause heavy damage in Kanpur markets
Kanpur faced two major fire incidents on Thursday in Generalganj and Chaubepur. While no casualties were reported, property worth lakhs was destroyed. Officials suspect a short circuit in one case.
Noida Lynching Case Hearing Advanced Amid Transfer Plea
The hearing in the 2015 Mohammad Akhlaq lynching case in Noida has been advanced by 15 days. This follows a transfer application filed by the accused, citing politicization of the case. Read the latest court developments.
Hisar: Minor sisters raped, police case filed against 3
Sirsa police register case after two minor sisters allege rape in a car. A special investigation team formed, arrests imminent. Read the full details.
Leopard's 6-month terror ends in Prayagraj village capture
A leopard that spread fear across Prayagraj villages for six months was finally captured after a dramatic three-hour standoff in Chibaiya. Locals trapped it in a house before authorities arrived. Read the full story.
45 File Nominations for KBA Poll in Kanpur
A total of 45 advocates have filed nominations for the Kanpur Bar Association elections, setting the stage for a competitive poll. Key contenders include former presidents and secretaries. Read for full candidate list and election details.
Railway Employee Ends Life After Colleagues' Theft Allegations
A 45-year-old railway employee in Kanpur Dehat died by suicide after colleagues accused him of theft. He left behind a video narrating his ordeal. Police investigation is ongoing.
Kanpur man dies after brick attack in liquor dispute
A 30-year-old man in Kanpur died after a brutal brick attack following a dispute over liquor. Police have detained four suspects. Read the full investigation details.
Chandigarh Metro: Rs 30,000cr Plan Replaced by Smart Model
UT Administrator Gulab Chand Kataria proposes a cost-effective metro-bus hybrid for Chandigarh, citing Jaipur's financial failure. New plan focuses on peripheral corridors and robust bus fleet.
Kanpur: Lover confesses, leads cops to woman's body
A man in Kanpur confessed to murdering his partner and led police to her decomposed body in a field. The woman had been missing for eight months. Read the full investigation details.
Two cousins arrested for gangrape in Jalaun, UP
Two cousins arrested in Jalaun for allegedly gangraping a 22-year-old coaching student after intoxicating her. Police acted swiftly on the father's complaint. Read the full details.
Kanpur highway lights now on from 5 PM to 8 AM for fog safety
Kanpur DM orders new streetlight timings on national highways to combat dense fog and prevent accidents. NHAI also conducts safety checks and awareness drives.
Chandigarh Enforces New Cab Aggregator Fare Policy
Chandigarh Administration directs cab aggregators to comply with new 2025 fare structure, ending exploitative practices. Read the full details of the STA's decisive meeting.
HC Ends 40-Year Land Dispute, Protects Buyer's Possession
Punjab & Haryana High Court grants permanent injunction to buyer in a 40-year Gurugram land dispute, reaffirming that peaceful possession is paramount over title disputes. Read the full judgment analysis.
ED raids I-PAC, Mamata seizes files; ASI shifts to PPP model
ED conducts searches at I-PAC offices linked to a coal smuggling case, with CM Mamata Banerjee intervening. Also, ASI to adopt a PPP model for monument conservation, and US threatens 500% tariffs. Read the full briefing.
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