The counting of votes for the Maharashtra Zilla Parishad elections began at 10:00 AM on Monday, February 9, 2026. Polling was held for 12 Zilla Parishads and 125 Panchayat Samitis across regions like Konkan, Western Maharashtra, and Marathwada.
Trinamool Congress councillor Rabindranath Bhattacharya was arrested following the death of 81-year-old Tulsi Adhikari, who was allegedly kicked during a dispute over illegal construction in Barrackpore, near Kolkata.
An FIR has been registered against an unknown person under BNSS sections after a Lamborghini, allegedly driven by a tobacco businessman's son, hit over four people including a motorcyclist in Kanpur's Gwaltoli area. Police have seized the luxury vehicle.
Congress MP Manish Tewari criticizes the government for allegedly rendering Parliament redundant as Lok Sabha faces disruptions over India-US trade framework debate demands.
Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell allegedly planned to impregnate women with Epstein's sperm to breed 'superior humans,' according to new court documents.
Congress women MPs have written to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, alleging sustained pressure from the BJP. The letter highlights concerns over parliamentary decorum and democratic norms in India's political landscape.
The Lok Sabha descended into chaos on Monday as opposition and treasury benches clashed over allowing Rahul Gandhi to speak, leading to the House being adjourned until Tuesday amid uproar.
A 25-year-old helper was found burned alive inside a parked Uber-affiliated bus in West Delhi's Vikaspuri. Police suspect incense sticks used to ward off mosquitoes may have caused the fire, with no foul play indicated.
Chandigarh district court directs selling the Haryana Roadways director's official vehicle to clear Rs 5 lakh arrears for Jai Pal, a retired sub-inspector denied promotion despite seniority.
In May 2025, India launched Operation Sindoor, its most extensive military campaign since 1971, targeting terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan after a deadly attack in Pahalgam. This analysis explores the strategic, diplomatic, and cyber dimensions of the
A woman in Karnataka's Bidar district died by suicide, alleging her in-laws pressured her into prostitution. The tragic incident has sparked a police investigation and community outrage.
Karnataka police have introduced fresh guidelines to prevent automatic registration of FIRs and arrests related to social media posts, aiming to curb mechanical legal actions.
Opposition parties plan a resolution to remove Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, citing bias and procedural violations during the Budget Session. The motion, under Article 94(C), requires 100 MP signatures and 20 days' notice.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized Tamil's vibrant presence in Malaysia during his visit, tracing its origins to pre-colonial maritime trade and British-era labor migration that shaped a lasting diaspora.
Sanae Takaichi's landslide win in Japan's snap elections signals a political shift, boosting markets and enabling assertive policies. This analysis explores domestic impacts, regional dynamics with the US and China, and enhanced strategic ties with India.
Muslim leaders are leaving the Congress party, citing Rahul Gandhi's perceived arrogance and lack of inclusive decision-making, raising concerns about the party's future electoral strategy.
The Maharashtra Zilla Parishad and Panchayat Samiti election results for 2026 have been declared by the Election Commission of India, revealing significant political shifts across rural local bodies.
Declassified testimony reveals US President Richard Nixon privately assured China of American support if Beijing attacked India during the 1971 Bangladesh Liberation War, exposing Cold War brinkmanship.
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi secured an unprecedented personal mandate, surpassing even Shinzo Abe. However, her real challenge begins now as she must address Japan's economic stagnation and constitutional revision debates while maintaining vote
Assam Congress president Gaurav Gogoi refutes CM Himanta Biswa Sarma's claims of Pakistan links, calls them false and demands release of SIT report. He accuses Sarma of inciting genocide and violating privacy.
The Chhattisgarh High Court overturned a 20-year POCSO conviction, ruling evidence pointed to a consensual relationship. The court cited contradictions in survivor statements and lack of proof beyond reasonable doubt.
The National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission dismissed an insurer's revision petition, upholding payment of Rs 10 lakh with interest for a life insurance claim. The commission ruled the insurer failed to prove suppression of material facts regardin
The Supreme Court will hear pleas challenging the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in West Bengal. CM Mamata Banerjee alleges the process targets the state and aims to bulldoze its people.
The Staff Selection Commission examination controversy has entered the legal domain as Eduquity Technologies files a Rs 2.5 crore defamation case against YouTuber Nitish Rajput over a critical video questioning exam processes.
The Maharashtra Zilla Parishad and Panchayat Samiti election results for 2026 are being declared, with the Election Commission of India providing live updates on district-wise outcomes.
Shivam Mishra, son of tobacco businessman KK Mishra, allegedly crashed a Lamborghini into pedestrians in Kanpur, injuring six. Police investigation ongoing amid claims of intoxication and medical issues.
Chennai Airport faces chaos as political backlash erupts over exam cancellations, with tech and banking highlights adding to the turmoil in India's aviation and education sectors.
The Pune Municipal Corporation has elected a mayor and deputy mayor unopposed after a four-year administrative gap. BJP's Manjusha Nagpure becomes mayor, with RPI's Parshuram Wadekar as deputy mayor.
Key updates from Varanasi include temple offerings, a political rally, drug arrests, a murder case, and a traffic crash. Stay informed on civic, traffic, and administrative developments.
The Supreme Court declined immediate relief to former BJP MLA Kuldeep Singh Sengar in the Unnao custodial death case but directed the Delhi High Court to hear his bail plea within three months.