NGT Orders Criminal Case in Bhandara Blast That Killed 9
National Green Tribunal directs criminal proceedings against Munitions India Ltd for safety lapses in the Bhandara factory explosion. Read the full judgment details.
Category : Politics
Kolkata school prays for Venezuela, remembers Hugo Chavez aid
A Kolkata primary school that received Rs 12 lakh from Venezuela under Hugo Chavez held a peace prayer for the nation amid its current crisis. Read about the enduring legacy of a 2005 visit.
Alok Raj Resigns as Bihar Staff Selection Commission Chief
Former DGP Alok Raj resigns as Bihar Staff Selection Commission chairman just days after his appointment, citing personal reasons. Get the full story on this sudden development in Patna.
Chennai: Man arrested for assaulting woman near Kilpauk
A 35-year-old man from Jharkhand was arrested for sexually assaulting a woman software engineer in Chennai early Monday. The suspect fractured his arm while fleeing police.
61 New SETC Buses Flagged Off in Chennai with Enhanced Features
Tamil Nadu's Deputy CM Udhayanidhi Stalin launched 61 new SETC buses costing ₹37.98 crore. Featuring sleeper berths, SOS alerts, and BS-VI engines, they will connect Tamil Nadu with Andhra, Karnataka & Kerala. Read more.
Ahmedabad RPO: 7.6 Lakh Passport Apps in 2025
Ahmedabad's Regional Passport Office processed 7.6 lakh applications in 2025, approving 7.4 lakh. Discover the impact of new e-passports, pendency drives, and outreach programs.
Bengaluru's Hebbal Flyover Traffic Transformed by New Loops
Bengaluru's infamous Hebbal flyover is no longer a choke point. New traffic loops have slashed travel time from 30 minutes to just 2 minutes 15 seconds, bringing relief to thousands of daily commuters. Discover how the transformation unfolded.
11 Children Rescued from Begging, Drugs in Patna Drive
Patna district administration rescued 11 children from substance abuse and begging at Patna Junction. They are now in shelter homes following DM Thiyagarajan S M's directive. Read about the ongoing crackdown.
3 Rajasthan MLAs Face Ethics Panel Over Fund Sting
Three Rajasthan legislators appeared before the Assembly's Ethics Committee over a sting operation alleging commission demands. They deny wrongdoing. The panel's report is expected soon.
Trichy: Man kills co-worker over enmity, arrested
A 27-year-old man was murdered in Trichy's Lalgudi over an ongoing feud stemming from a money dispute and a Diwali quarrel. The accused, a former friend, has been arrested. Read the full details.
Chennai woman fights chain snatcher, recovers gold chain
A 25-year-old UPSC aspirant in Chennai bravely resisted a chain-snatching attempt on GST Road, suffering injuries. The attacker fled, dropping the 5.5 sovereign chain. Police are investigating.
Gujarat High Alert After RDX Blast Threat Emails
Multiple courts and collector offices in Gujarat, including the High Court, received emails threatening RDX blasts. Security forces conducted searches but found nothing suspicious. Police are investigating the source of the threats.
Rs 10 Lakh Robbery in Muzaffarpur Village
Thieves broke into a house in Muzaffarpur's Patahi Rup village, stealing gold, silver, and cash worth over Rs 10 lakh. Police investigation underway. Read for details.
Life Imprisonment in Trichy Pocso, SC/ST Act Case
Trichy court sentences man to life for 2021 abduction & assault of a 6-year-old Dalit girl under Pocso & SC/ST Acts. Read the full details of the conviction.
Bihar Minister's Fate in Balance as RLM Splits Over Dynastic Politics
Bihar's Panchayati Raj Minister Deepak Prakash faces an uncertain future as his father Upendra Kushwaha's party, RLM, faces a split. Three of four MLAs are angry over the dynastic appointment, threatening Prakash's ministership and Kushwaha's Rajya Sabha
Karnataka's 1-1.5% Gig Worker Welfare Fee Plan
Karnataka's Labour Minister announces a proposed 1-1.5% welfare fee on aggregators to fund gig worker benefits. Official notification expected within a week.
Jalandhar Journalists Protest FIRs, Demand Press Freedom
Journalists in Jalandhar hold a massive protest against the filing of FIRs on media professionals, demanding the right to report freely. Read more about their demands.
35 Intoxicating Pills Seized in Shahkot, One Arrested
Shahkot police arrest one, seize 35 intoxicating pills in a major drug bust. The accused was caught red-handed near a canal. Read the full story.
2 Arrested, Drugs Seized in Phagwara Police Raid
Phagwara police arrested two individuals and seized a large quantity of pills and heroin in a major drug bust. Read the full details of the operation and the charges filed.
Major Drug Busts in Banga, Punjab; Heroin, Poppy Husk Seized
Punjab Police crack down on narcotics in Banga, arresting individuals and seizing heroin, poppy husk, and intoxicant tablets. Read about the ongoing war on drugs.
Minor Girl Lured for Marriage in Jalandhar, POCSO Case Filed
A 17-year-old girl in Jalandhar was allegedly lured by a man on the pretext of marriage. The accused has been booked under POCSO Act. Read the full details of the case.
Freedom Fighters' Heirs to Refuse Govt Gifts in Jalandhar
Descendants of freedom fighters in Jalandhar announce they will not accept government gifts this Independence Day, demanding proper recognition instead. Read their powerful statement.
Congress MGNREGA Bachao Rally in Tanda on Jan 8
The Congress party will stage a major protest rally in Tanda on January 8 to demand the release of MGNREGA funds and highlight rural distress. Join the movement.
India's Freedom of Expression Tested After 75 Years
As India marks 75 years of independence, its foundational freedom of expression confronts modern challenges from censorship to sedition laws. Explore the ongoing struggle.
Daily Wage Labourer Killed by Mobile Crane in Trichy
A 62-year-old load worker, S Ganesan, died instantly after being run over by a mobile crane near Gandhi Market in Trichy. Police have registered a case and taken the operator into custody. Read for details.
HC: Employer's duty to verify driver licence, insurer freed
Karnataka High Court rules employers must verify driver credentials. Insurer freed from liability in fatal 2008 accident case. School ordered to pay Rs 5.4 lakh compensation.
CJI Launches India's First Paperless Court in Kerala's Wayanad
Chief Justice of India Justice Surya Kant inaugurated India's first paperless court in Wayanad, terming it a step towards 'green jurisprudence'. The move aims to reduce paper use and enhance judicial efficiency. Read more about this historic digital shift
Anganwadi Workers Protest in TN for Retirement Benefits
Over 1,400 Anganwadi workers & helpers protested in Trichy & Madurai, demanding government employee status, retirement gratuity & pension. Police detained protesters after road blockades.
Republic Day 2026 Parade & Beating Retreat Ticket Guide
Complete guide to Republic Day 2026 celebrations in Delhi. Get dates, ticket prices, online booking steps, and key highlights for the parade and Beating Retreat ceremony.
Bengaluru Builder's Rs 1 Crore Theft: 4 Arrested
Bengaluru police arrest four, including builder's driver & help, for Rs 1 crore theft of gold, silver & cash from Vaderahalli home. All stolen items recovered. Read details.
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