ED files chargesheet in West Bengal illegal sand mining case
ED chargesheets 14 firms & 4 individuals, including businessman Arun Saraf, for laundering Rs 78 crore & illegal sand trade worth Rs 145 crore in West Bengal. Next hearing on Monday.
Category : Politics
Mausam Benazir Noor Returns to Congress Before Bengal Elections
Rajya Sabha MP Mausam Benazir Noor quits TMC, rejoins Congress. Her return, ahead of WB Assembly polls, aims to revive party's fortunes in key Malda region. Read more.
119 Arrested in Punjab Drug Smuggling Crackdown
Punjab Police arrest 119 individuals in a major anti-drug operation across the state. The crackdown targets smugglers and seizes significant contraband. Read the full report on the ongoing war against drugs.
HC Rules Not All Fatal Accidents Require Criminal Trial
Punjab & Haryana High Court quashes FIR in a fatal road accident case, ruling that mere negligence without criminal intent shouldn't lead to trial. Landmark judgment clarifies Section 304-A IPC application.
Delivery Agent Impersonator Snatches Gold Chain, Arrested
A 46-year-old man impersonating an e-commerce delivery agent snatched a gold chain from a senior citizen in Vadodara. Police arrested him in Bharuch hours later, revealing a history of 28 similar cases.
20 Arrested for Assam Witch-Hunting Murder of Couple
Assam Police arrest 20 for killing a couple accused of witchcraft in Karbi Anglong. IGP vows zero tolerance as state enforces strict anti-witch hunting law. Read the full story.
Chhattisgarh Police: 'Maoism Will End' as Deadline Nears
Chhattisgarh police claim the upper hand in the final anti-Maoist push. 14 killed in encounters, a top commander surrenders. Over 500 Maoists neutralized since 2024. Read the latest.
ACB Catches Pune Health Official Red-Handed in Rs 3 Lakh Bribery
A Pune health department employee was arrested by the Anti-Corruption Bureau for demanding a Rs 3 lakh bribe for an inter-district transfer. Read the full details of the trap and the senior official's alleged involvement.
ED Files Sand Mining Charge Sheet, Pegs Scam at Rs 145 Cr
ED submits charge sheet in Bengal illegal sand mining case, revealing Rs 145 crore irregularities. 14 companies & 4 individuals named. Next hearing on Monday. Get the full story.
Karnataka Forms District Boards for Juvenile Age Checks
Karnataka establishes district-level medical boards to determine the age of juveniles in conflict with the law, ensuring accurate assessments and proper legal procedures. Learn about the new policy.
Global Snapshot: Conflict, Cold, and Supermoon on Jan 4, 2026
From a dramatic US strike in Venezuela to a frosty morning in the UK and a stunning Wolf Supermoon in Israel, these are the defining images from around the world on January 4, 2026. Explore the full visual story.
SC Decides Bail in Delhi 2020 Riots Case Monday
The Supreme Court will deliver its verdict on bail pleas of Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam, and others in the 2020 Delhi riots case. Read the latest updates and legal arguments.
VDG Alert Leads to Anti-Terror Operation in Jammu's Doda
A Village Defence Group member's vigilance in Doda district prompted a major joint security operation after suspicious movements were spotted. Authorities urge locals to stay calm and cooperate.
Bengal Migrant Worker Dies in Goa Custody, Family Cries Murder
Debananda Sana, a 36-year-old mason from Basirhat, died in Goa police custody. His family alleges he was beaten to death and demands an impartial probe. Shocking details emerge.
Varanasi: Rape accused shot in leg, arrested after police encounter
Shaqif Ali, accused of rape, blackmail, and abetment to suicide, was arrested after a police encounter in Varanasi's Sarnath. He sustained a bullet injury during an exchange of fire. Read the full details.
Maharashtra Crackdown on Stray Animals After SC Rap
Following Supreme Court directives, Maharashtra orders a 24x7 crackdown to clear stray cattle from highways, set up patrols, and boost emergency response to prevent accidents.
Khargone Boy Rescued After 22 Days in Black Magic Kidnap
Six-year-old Pradeep rescued in Khargone after a 22-day police operation. The child was kidnapped for occult rituals. Read the emotional story of his reunion.
Barwani villagers set truck on fire after fatal highway accident
Angry villagers in Barwani set a container truck on fire, blocking the Agra-Mumbai highway for 40 minutes after a woman was killed in a road accident. Police used mild force to control the situation.
RPF Constable Saves Woman from Train Accident in Ujjain
RPF Head Constable Ramashray Pal heroically rescued a 48-year-old woman who fell between a moving train and the platform at Ujjain railway station. Read about his brave act.
Khargone: Cops Hurt in Highway Protest Over Liquor Incident
A police sub-inspector was injured in Khargone when Jamli villagers blocked a national highway, demanding Rs 15 lakh compensation for a youth hurt in a liquor smuggling incident. Read the full details.
BJP & NCP Clash Over Gangster Kin in Pune Polls, Corruption Charges
BJP state chief Ravindra Chavan warns NCP's Ajit Pawar over corruption allegations. Pawar defends fielding gangsters' kin in Pune civic polls, sparking a major political row. Get the full details here.
69 Win Unopposed in Maharashtra Civic Polls, SEC Probes
Maharashtra SEC halts results for 69 unopposed civic poll wins, seeks reports on potential coercion. BJP leads with 44 seats, Shinde Sena 22. Opposition cries foul. Read details.
Legal Analysis: US Capture of Venezuela's President
International law experts debate the legality of the US capture of Venezuela's President Nicolás Maduro. Was it legal under international law? Read the detailed analysis.
Anit Thapa: Gorkhaland not formed by winning polls
GTA chief Anit Thapa stated that Gorkhaland statehood cannot be won via electoral politics, urging a shift in public thinking and cooperation with the Bengal government. Read his full critique.
Gurgaon: Woman raped in ambulance, thrown out of vehicle
A 25-year-old woman was allegedly gang-raped inside an ambulance in Gurgaon on Dec 30 and thrown out of the moving vehicle. Her family seeks financial help for her medical treatment. Read the full story.
68 Mahayuti corporators elected unopposed in civic polls
A significant 68 Mahayuti alliance candidates, including 44 from BJP, win unopposed in Maharashtra civic polls. Opposition alleges coercion and misuse of power. Read the full story.
Bangladesh Cannot Confirm Suspects' Whereabouts in India
Bangladesh officials now say they cannot confirm if Sharif Osman's alleged killers are in India, reversing an earlier claim that strained ties with New Delhi. Details inside.
Udupi launches Akka Pade for women's safety
Udupi Deputy Commissioner launches Akka Pade, a new initiative to provide immediate assistance to women in distress and prevent harassment. Learn about this key safety measure.
SEC Follows 2014 Rule for Unopposed Civic Poll Wins
Maharashtra's SEC will use a 2014 directive to verify over 60 unopposed candidates in Jan 15 municipal polls, ensuring transparency. Full details inside.
MP's 2026 Agriculture Year: 3-Year Roadmap for Farmers
Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav announces 2026 as 'Agriculture Year' with a detailed roadmap focusing on farm incomes, rural jobs, and the Atal Progress-Way project. Discover the state's vision for sustainable farming.
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