Pune RTO's revenue from VIP vehicle registration numbers surged to Rs71.5 crore in 2025, a significant jump from Rs52.9 crore in 2024, despite only a slight increase in units sold. Discover the bidding frenzy and why numbers like '7' fetched Rs7.7 lakh.
Deputy CM Ajit Pawar shifts blame for Pune's civic issues like water scarcity and poor roads to the local PMC leadership, citing misuse of Rs 1,130 crore funds. Read his full critique.
A Noida POCSO court sentenced a man to 10 years rigorous imprisonment for kidnapping and sexually assaulting a minor. He received an additional 2-year term. The case dates back to 2016. Read the full details.
A new wave of young candidates enters Nagpur Municipal Corporation elections, prioritizing roads, water, sanitation, and green spaces. See how they're campaigning.
Jayashree Bhondave declared official NCP candidate in PCMC ward 16B after a hearing ordered by the High Court rectified a poll office error. Read the full story.
21 former corporators in Pimpri Chinchwad have switched parties for the upcoming civic elections, creating confusion among voters amidst fractured political alliances. Read more.
A special Pocso court in Ghaziabad has sentenced a man to 20 years of rigorous imprisonment for the 2018 abduction and rape of a five-year-old girl. The court also imposed a fine of Rs 1.1 lakh for the survivor's rehabilitation.
Nagpur's civic elections see candidates using short videos to rebut rivals and air grievances. Discover how social media is reshaping political campaigning in real-time.
A 47-year-old South Korean national was fatally stabbed by his 22-year-old girlfriend in Greater Noida after a violent argument over his binge-drinking. Police have detained the woman from Manipur. Read the full details.
Sambhal administration's anti-power theft drive uncovers 45,000 cases, imposes Rs 2.5 crore penalty. Watch the video of the crackdown in Rai Satti area.
Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar's public attack on BJP over corruption and intimidation in civic polls triggers a major rift in the ruling Mahayuti alliance. BJP state chief expresses regret over the tie-up.
Jaipur police swiftly arrested three men for assaulting youths and snatching gold chains during a New Year's Eve party at Hotel My-Stay. Read the full details of the investigation.
A 21-year-old MBA student was arrested in Noida's Knowledge Park for damaging a car and threatening women at a hostel. Police acted after a viral video surfaced four months post-incident. Read the full details.
A Pune sessions court rejects bail for a Bangladeshi national accused of illegal entry and residing in Chinchwad using forged documents. Read the full details of the case.
BJP's Supriya Chandgude creates history by winning unopposed from PCMC Ward 10, becoming the first woman to do so. She credits voters and vows to focus on women's issues. Read her full agenda.
BJP fields just 1 Muslim candidate, Congress 11 for Nagpur's 151 NMC seats, sparking debate on political representation for the city's significant minority community. Read the full analysis.
Lawyers at Rajasthan High Court's Jaipur & Jodhpur benches will abstain from work on Monday, protesting night courts & two working Saturdays monthly. Read details on the standoff.
Uttar Pradesh accounts for one-third of India's pending Pocso cases. A new study reveals a high disposal rate but low convictions, highlighting systemic challenges.
Armed dacoits robbed a jewellery store on Pune-Solapur highway, escaping with gold worth Rs 52 lakh. Police are investigating using CCTV footage. Read the full report.
NHAI identifies 424 telecom blackspots across 1,750 km of highways, impacting emergency services. Urges TRAI to direct operators for better connectivity and safety alerts.
Tension in Bengaluru's Jagjeevan Ram Nagar after stone-pelting on a temple chariot procession injures a child. Police file FIR, increase security as devotees protest. Details inside.
NIA chargesheets two Punjab shooters for Sept 2024 Neemrana hotel attack, linking it to Khalistani terrorist Arsh Dala. Read the full investigation details here.
A woman was injured after stones were hurled at a religious procession in Bengaluru's JJ Nagar. Police have registered a case and launched an investigation into the incident.
On January 5, 1986, 13 parties moved to form a national opposition forum. Centre took a tough stand on Punjab violence, while US and USSR edged towards a missile pact. Explore this pivotal day.
In drought-hit Beed, the Krishikul initiative shifted farmers to fruits, raising per-acre income from Rs 38,700 to Rs 3.93 lakh. Experts urge govt to replicate this success nationally to truly augment farmers' incomes. Read more.
Thiruvananthapuram Corporation fast-tracks one of Kerala's largest stray dog shelter-cum-hospitals at Vandithadam. New project aims for humane management, public safety. Read details.
Bangladesh Minority Janata Party (BMJP) gets 9 nominations cleared for Feb 12 polls, considers alliance with Jamaat-e-Islami for minority security. Details inside.
A 60-year-old autorickshaw driver in Nedumangad was arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting a 13-year-old boy over several months. The case came to light after vigilant locals intervened. Read the full report.
The long-delayed Vattiyoorkavu Road and Junction upgrade in Thiruvananthapuram is set to begin. Tender to be floated within two weeks, construction starts early March. Relief for traffic congestion ahead.
One Congress worker killed in clash near Janardhan Reddy's home. Political blame game erupts between BJP and Congress in Karnataka. Read the full story.