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Category : Politics
Firozabad Court Sentences Three in 2021 Honor Killing Case
A POCSO court in Firozabad sentenced two men to life imprisonment and a minor to 15 years for killing their 20-year-old relative in May 2021. The court also imposed a fine of Rs 2.55 lakh on the convicts.
Experts Split on Karnataka Governor's Shortened Speech
Legal and constitutional experts in Bengaluru express conflicting views on Governor Thaawar Chand Gehlot's brief address to the joint legislative session, debating constitutional obligations and procedural propriety.
VHP Demands Saraswati Puja at Tripura School, Tensions Rise
Vishwa Hindu Parishad activists demonstrated at Dharmanagar's Holy Cross Convent School, demanding permission for Saraswati Puja, citing Hindu-majority student population. School authorities refused citing institutional policy, leading to police deploymen
Musk Mocks Trump's Board of Peace at Davos
Elon Musk humorously questioned Trump's 'Board of Peace' at Davos, comparing it to 'piece' while countries like France declined to join over UN concerns.
Tipra Motha Demands 'Tiprasa Rule' in Tripura Before ADC Elections
Tipra Motha, BJP's ally in Tripura, renews call for tribal self-rule, citing demographic shifts and development disparities. Founder Pradyot Kishore Debbarman urges indigenous unity ahead of April's TTAADC elections.
Ranchi Deploys Security at 100+ Spots for Saraswati Puja
Ranchi district administration announces deployment of magistrates and security forces at over 100 locations to maintain law and order during Saraswati Puja celebrations and idol immersion ceremonies.
Dimapur Police Bans Drones on Republic Day for Security
Dimapur police commissionerate imposes restrictions on drone and RPA operations within 2km radius of key venues on Republic Day, declaring them as 'red zones' to ensure security.
Odisha's Rs 141.5 Crore Drought Mitigation Programme Launched
Odisha government signs MoA for Rs 141.5 crore agriculture drought mitigation programme during Krushi Odisha 2026 inauguration, aiming to benefit 24,000 households with science-led resilient farming.
Patna Wins Best Election District Award for Voter Awareness
Patna district has been honored with the Best Election District Award by the Election Commission of India for its innovative voter awareness initiatives during the 2025 Bihar assembly and 2024 Lok Sabha elections, achieving a significant increase in voter
7 Mizoram Villages Get Vibrant Village Programme-2 Funding
Seven villages in Serchhip district, Mizoram, bordering Myanmar will benefit from the Vibrant Village Programme-2, focusing on infrastructure, livelihood, and healthcare with central government funding.
Bihar Deputy CM Orders Parking Reforms in 19 Municipal Corporations
Bihar Deputy CM Vijay Kumar Sinha directs officials to display fixed rate charts at all parking sites and crack down on illegal operations to ensure transparency and reduce disputes.
Gun Battle in Kishtwar as Security Forces Hunt Terrorists
Security forces engaged in a fierce gunfight with terrorists in Singhpora forests of Kishtwar district during Operation Trashi-I, with searches intensifying across Jammu region ahead of Republic Day.
15 Naxalites Killed in Jharkhand Operation, Top Leader Anal Da Neutralised
In a major anti-Naxal operation in Jharkhand's West Singhbhum, security forces gunned down 15 Maoists, including central committee member Patiram Majhi alias Anal Da who carried a Rs 1 crore bounty. The encounter marks significant progress toward a Maoist
Zelensky Rages at Europe in Davos, Questions Putin's Freedom
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky delivered a fiery speech at Davos, accusing European nations of enabling Vladimir Putin's aggression and questioning why the Russian leader remains free despite war crimes.
Mizoram CM Reviews Mizo Language Eighth Schedule Inclusion Progress
Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma met with the Eighth Schedule Study Group to discuss progress on gathering public opinion for including Mizo language in Constitution's Eighth Schedule.
Manipur Women Protest, Seek PM Modi's Help for Kuki-Zo Justice
Women in Manipur's Churachandpur district staged a demonstration demanding PM Narendra Modi's intervention for justice in sexual violence and murder cases against Kuki-Zo victims during ethnic violence.
Pappu Yadav's Helpline for Bihar Girls' Hostel Safety
Purnia MP Pappu Yadav launches 24/7 helpline numbers and announces rewards up to Rs 2 lakh for evidence regarding hostel safety issues in Bihar, following a medical student's death.
Jharkhand Parties Spar Over Credit for Naxal Encounter Success
Following the elimination of 15 Maoists including senior commander Patiram Majhi in Saranda forest, Jharkhand's ruling alliance and BJP engage in heated political debate over credit for the security operation.
Araria Officer Suspended for Rs 15,000 Bribe in Land Case
District Magistrate Vinod Duhan suspended revenue officer Mohd Imtiyaz Alam for accepting a bribe of Rs 15,000 from a landowner in Araria. The vigilance team caught him red-handed during a trap operation.
Mizoram Police Seize Heroin Worth Crores in Champhai
Mizoram police seized over 4.3 kg of heroin worth crores in Champhai district, arresting two suspects after a dramatic chase based on Assam Rifles intelligence inputs.
Meghalaya Relocates 29 Street Vendors to New Zone in Shillong
The Meghalaya urban affairs department has successfully moved 29 street vendors from Shillong's Civil Hospital area to a new vending zone in Barik, improving pedestrian and emergency vehicle movement.
Chouhan: Karnataka Govt's Address Full of Lies, Defends G-RAM-G
Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan criticizes Karnataka government's address as false, defends G-RAM-G Act reforms, and announces Bengal gram procurement approval during Bengaluru visit.
Interfaith Couple Found Buried, Brothers Confess to Honor Killing
An interfaith couple missing for three days was discovered buried near a Shiva temple in Moradabad. Two brothers confessed to the honor killing, with one still at large. Police recovered decomposing bodies from a shallow grave.
Man Arrested in Rourkela for Cyber Blackmail of Women
Police in Sundargarh district arrested a 30-year-old man for allegedly sending obscene messages and morphed photos to young women and blackmailing them. The accused used social media platforms to target victims.
Dandakaranya Statehood Demand Renewed by Tribal Council
The Dandakaranya Parbatamala Vikash Parishad intensifies its campaign for a separate 'Dandakaranya' state, citing persistent underdevelopment in tribal regions of Odisha and Andhra Pradesh.
Patna SIT Finds Key Evidence in Student Death Probe
Special Investigation Team discloses parents knew about antidepressant access, refutes missing clothes claim with CCTV evidence, awaits final medical reports in Patna case.
Patna Land Dispute Turns Violent, Three Arrested
A land dispute escalated into violence in Pasi Faridpur village, Patna district, resulting in gunfire and the arrest of three individuals. Police recovered weapons and cartridges during raids.
Chamarajanagar Water Crisis: Supply Once in 10 Days
Residents of Chamarajanagar town in Mysuru district are facing an acute drinking water shortage, with supply reduced to just once every 10 days in several areas due to groundwater depletion and technical issues.
Skeletons of Eloped Lovers Found in VTR Forest
Police recovered skeletons of a 14-year-old girl and 20-year-old boy hanging from a tree in West Champaran's Valmiki Tiger Reserve. The couple had eloped in September last year.
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