Delhi HC: Failed Relationships Not Rape, Quashes FIR
Delhi High Court quashes rape and caste atrocity FIR, ruling consensual relationships turning sour cannot be retrospectively branded as rape. Court cautions against misuse of laws.
Category : Politics
Delhi Govt Orders Departments to Control Year-End Expenditure
Delhi government directs all departments to assess spending patterns for remaining months of 2025-26 fiscal year, aiming to prevent last-quarter expenditure spikes and ensure optimal use of public funds.
Odisha Hikes Gram Rakhi Pay, Adds Attendance Rules
Odisha government raises monthly remuneration for village guards from Rs 1,800 to Rs 2,500 and introduces mandatory weekly attendance reporting system following high court directive.
Bishnoi Gang Bihar Chief Injured in Patna Police Encounter
Parmanand Yadav, alleged Bihar in-charge of Lawrence Bishnoi gang, injured in police encounter in Masaurhi. Police foil major criminal plot, recover weapons, arrest associates.
Patna ZRUCC Meeting Focuses on Railway Development
A Zonal Railway Users' Consultative Committee meeting in Patna saw MPs, an MLA, and members discuss passenger amenities, infrastructure, and new train services. ECR officials assured serious consideration of all suggestions.
Bihar Extends Retired Army Drivers' Service in ERSS
Bihar government grants one-year service extension to retired Army drivers in ERSS, increasing monthly honorarium to Rs 30,000 and providing uniform allowance to ensure emergency service continuity.
Buxar's Elaborate Security Arrangements for Saraswati Puja
Buxar district administration has implemented extensive security and administrative measures to ensure peaceful Saraswati Puja celebrations and smooth idol immersion process across the district.
MHA Releases 2027 Census Phase 1 Questionnaire
The Ministry of Home Affairs has officially released the detailed questionnaire for Phase 1 of the 2027 Census, with data collection scheduled to commence in 2026. This marks a crucial preparatory step for India's decennial population count.
Dehradun RTO's Road Safety Drive Aims to Change Driving Habits
Dehradun's Regional Transport Office launches a comprehensive road safety campaign during National Road Safety Month, focusing on behavioral change through awareness banners, school engagement, and community events.
Illegal Firecracker Blast Kills Man in Siwan
A 50-year-old man died in a powerful explosion at an illegal firecracker manufacturing unit in his Siwan house, located near a CM event. Authorities are investigating.
Deputy CM Sinha Finds Toll-Free Helpline Unresponsive in Patna
Patna Deputy CM Vijay Kumar Sinha conducted a surprise inspection after his calls to the revenue department's toll-free helpline went unanswered, exposing systemic failures in public grievance redressal.
Bihar Minister Defends Mumbai Bihar Bhawan Project
JD(U) minister Ashok Choudhary asserts no one can halt the Rs 314 crore Bihar Bhawan in Mumbai, despite Shiv Sena (UBT) and MNS opposition, while BJP supports the facility for Bihari residents.
Dehradun's Rajpur Area Life Quality Drops Due to Commercialization
Residents of Dehradun's Rajpur area report declining quality of life due to rapid commercialization, noise pollution, and nightlife disturbances post-Covid, with authorities acknowledging enforcement challenges.
Karnataka Commission Chairman Meets Civic Workers in Mysuru
Karnataka State Commission for Safai Karmachari chairman P Raghu held an interactive meeting with pourakarmikas in Mysuru, addressing grievances including wages, healthcare, and mechanization of sanitation work.
Uttarakhand Traffic Crisis: Year-Round Gridlock Plagues Cities
Uttarakhand's cities face worsening traffic congestion with daily gridlocks in Dehradun, Haldwani, Haridwar, Nainital and tourist hubs. Officials cite rising vehicles, narrow roads and unplanned growth as key factors affecting residents and tourism.
Ranvir Sena Family Demands Justice in NEET Student Death
The family of late Ranvir Sena chief Brahmeshwar Singh Mukhia has entered the controversy surrounding the suspicious death of a medical aspirant in Jehanabad, demanding action from Bihar government and threatening consequences if justice is delayed.
Bengaluru Legislature Chaos: Governor Walks Out, Scuffle Erupts
The joint session of Karnataka legislature witnessed unprecedented chaos as Governor Thaawar Chand Gehlot concluded his address in just two lines and walked out, triggering protests and a physical scuffle involving Congress MLC BK Hariprasad and marshals.
Uttarkashi PWD Employee Arrested for Rs 10,000 Bribe
A PWD land surveyor in Uttarkashi was arrested by vigilance officials for accepting a Rs 10,000 bribe related to land compensation for road construction. The arrest followed a trap operation based on a local complaint.
Census 2026-2027 Phase 1 Starts April with 33 Questions
India's Census 2026-2027 first phase launches in April, featuring a 33-question questionnaire to collect demographic, economic, and social data nationwide.
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.
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