Ex-bonded labourer Lingamma elected Sarpanch in Telangana
Purusula Pedda Lingamma, a Chenchu tribal woman rescued from bonded labour in 2016, is now the elected Sarpanch of Ramagiri village in Nagarkurnool, promising change for her community.
Category : Politics
HP High Court Warns Officer Over Unpaid Judges' Dues
Himachal Pradesh High Court threatens contempt action against Finance Secretary for defying Supreme Court order to clear pending dues of retired judges. Next hearing could trigger punitive steps.
Bhagalpur's Digital Farmers' Registry for Govt Scheme Benefits
Bhagalpur's agriculture department is creating a digitised farmers' registry with unique IDs and geo-mapping to simplify access to PM Kisan Samman Nidhi, subsidies, and bank loans. Learn how to enroll.
BRS to Challenge Speaker's Decision on Defecting MLAs
Telangana Assembly Speaker dismisses disqualification petitions against MLAs who joined Congress. BRS terms it unconstitutional and will challenge the decision in the High Court. Details inside.
Nashik Civic Polls: Major Parties Ramp Up Candidate Selection
Political parties in Nashik are in a frenzy as the NMC elections approach. Voting is on Jan 15 for 122 seats across 31 wards. BJP and NCP lead candidate interviews. Get the latest updates.
BJP Alleges TMC MP Vaped in Parliament, TMC Seeks Full Video
BJP shares video alleging TMC MP Kirti Azad vaped inside Lok Sabha. TMC's Abhishek Banerjee demands full footage before action. Internal party discipline also under scrutiny.
Haryana Assembly Winter Session Set for Stormy Debate
Haryana's winter session from Dec 19-22 faces opposition motions on pollution, unemployment, Aravali law, and SYL canal. Key issues include waterlogging, drugs, and teacher vacancies.
Mathura Accident: 18 Dead, DNA Tests for Identification
Death toll in Mathura's Yamuna Expressway pile-up reaches 18. Most victims charred beyond recognition; DNA samples collected. Families await news as investigation continues.
Stalin, EPS Clash Over MGNREGA Renaming to VB-GRAM-G
Tamil Nadu CM M K Stalin and AIADMK chief Edappadi K Palaniswami spar over the Centre's move to rename MGNREGA. Stalin accuses EPS of siding with BJP, while EPS defends his stance. Read the full political showdown.
SC Stops Construction on Disputed 100 Acres in Hyderabad
Supreme Court directs private claimants to halt all construction on disputed Shamshabad land allegedly owned by HMDA. Case involves allegations of fabricated court orders. Read the full legal saga.
TTD Land Swap Controversy: Rs 500 Cr Loss Alleged
Former TTD chairman accuses Andhra govt of gifting prime temple land worth Rs 520 cr to a private hotel group. Demands probe into alleged Rs 500 cr loss. Details inside.
Karnataka Bill Resolves Decades-Old Kodagu Land Issue
The Karnataka Land Revenue Amendment Bill, passed unanimously in Belagavi, aims to correct land records in Kodagu, resolving the complex Jammabane issue. Read details.
Farmers Hold Tehsildar Hostage in Fatehabad Land Auction Row
Tension erupted in Haryana's Fatehabad as farmers protesting a land auction allegedly detained a Naib Tehsildar. The dispute involves a Rs 7 lakh loan that ballooned to Rs 27 lakh. Read the full details.
SC stays HC order hiking wife's maintenance from Rs 50k to 3.5L
Supreme Court stays Bombay HC's order enhancing monthly maintenance for a wife from Rs 50,000 to Rs 3.5 lakh. Husband directed to clear arrears. Read the full legal battle details.
KISS Bhubaneswar: Teen Murdered by Classmates, 8 Staff Booked
A 14-year-old student at KISS, Bhubaneswar, was murdered by three classmates over a bucket. Police have booked eight officials for cover-up. Read the shocking details.
19-year-old Rohingya man stabbed to death in Hyderabad camp
A 19-year-old Rohingya rag picker was stabbed 19 times in a fatal drunken altercation at a Balapur camp. Police have arrested the accused, Abdullah Mohammed. This marks the ninth murder in the city this December.
Dehradun journalist murder: Two arrested, fresh autopsy done
Amit Sehgal and Parthoshil arrested for alleged murder of journalist Pankaj Mishra in Dehradun. Second post-mortem conducted as police probe motive. Read the latest updates.
Woman Labourer Wins Sarpanch Election in Jangaon
Ellandula Thirupathamma, a daily wage labourer, wins sarpanch election in Jangaon as an independent, defeating major party candidates. Her entire panel of 12 independents also secures victory.
Senior Citizen Dies in Delhi E-Rickshaw Accident
A 76-year-old woman, Satnam, died after an e-rickshaw hit her scooter in Delhi's Jagatpuri area. The incident occurred on Monday after the couple visited a gurdwara. Read the full report.
Senior Citizen Dies in Delhi E-Rickshaw Accident
A 76-year-old woman, Satnam, died after an e-rickshaw hit her scooter in Delhi's Jagatpuri area. The incident occurred on Monday after the couple visited a gurdwara. Read the full details.
Maxwell Files New Appeal in Sex Trafficking Case
Ghislaine Maxwell asks a judge to overturn her conviction, citing new evidence. The move comes as the DOJ faces a deadline to release Epstein documents. Read the latest.
Pune sets Dec-end deadline for unsafe bridge reports
Pune's district collector mandates action reports on 509 unsafe public structures by December end, following June's Kundmala bridge collapse that killed four. Authorities must detail repairs or demolition plans.
Bengaluru Apartment Investigated for Illegal Penalty System
Bengaluru police probe Provident Sunworth apartment association for running an illegal justice system, imposing over Rs 3.3 lakh in fines for drug possession and other crimes. Read the full investigation details.
Mayor Reservation Delay Fuels Nagpur Election Uncertainty
Delay in announcing Nagpur mayor's post reservation for NMC elections triggers political maneuvering. Key dates, past tenures, and BJP's dominance in focus. Read more.
Lok Sabha Passes Bill to Repeal 71 Archaic Laws
The Lok Sabha passed a bill to repeal 71 outdated laws, streamlining India's legal system. This move aims to reduce compliance burdens and modernize governance. Read more about the key laws being removed.
ED raids locations tied to Manipur's 'self-styled CM'
Enforcement Directorate conducts searches in Manipur and Assam in a money laundering probe linked to a man claiming to be the state's chief minister. Details inside.
BJP Condemns Congress Leader's Operation Sindoor Comments
BJP attacks Congress leader Supriya Shrinate for her remarks on 'Operation Sindoor,' calling them derogatory to Hindu women. The political row escalates over election rhetoric.
PM Modi Lauds Indian Community's Enthusiasm in Oman
PM Narendra Modi praised the Indian community in Oman for their warm welcome, calling it a reflection of strong bilateral ties. Read more about this diplomatic engagement.
Sonepat phases out diesel autos from January 1
Sonepat administration bans diesel auto-rickshaws from January 1, 2025, to curb pollution. Owners must switch to CNG or electric vehicles. Details on the phase-out plan here.
Fatehabad Farmers Protest, Hold Official Captive Over Land
Farmers in Fatehabad, Haryana, protested a court-ordered land auction, briefly detaining a Naib Tehsildar. The incident highlights rising agrarian tensions over land disputes. Read the full details.
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