Three Men Killed in School Bus-Motorcycle Crash in Rudrapur

A fatal road accident in Udham Singh Nagar district claimed three lives when a school bus rammed into a motorcycle on Friday evening. The victims, all from Khatima, were returning home when tragedy struck near their residence.

Omani National Caught Smuggling Gold at Mumbai Airport

Customs officials at Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport arrested an Omani national for smuggling 1.5 kg of gold dust worth Rs 2.4 crore, highlighting increased vigilance amid soaring gold prices.

Bristol Museum Theft: First Arrest After 600 Artefacts Stolen

Police in Bristol have arrested a 41-year-old man in connection with the theft of over 600 culturally significant artefacts from a museum archive building last September. The stolen items include military memorabilia, East India Company jewellery, and ivo

AP Free Power Scheme for Weavers from April 1

Andhra Pradesh government announces free electricity for weavers from April 1, benefiting over 1.03 lakh families. The scheme offers 200 free units monthly for handlooms and 500 for power looms, with annual savings up to ₹21,600.

Gujarat: Nine Booked for Child Marriage of Minor

Authorities in Gujarat have registered a case against nine individuals, including parents and a cleric, for the illegal marriage of a minor girl from Panchmahal district that occurred last year.

Dehradun Drunk Driving Challans Jump 166% in 2025

Dehradun traffic police report a sharp rise in drunk driving challans from 1,824 in 2024 to 4,868 in 2025, while residents claim enforcement remains insufficient against growing public drinking and reckless driving.

Goa to Issue Conversion Sanads Online, Ending Office Visits

The Goa government has introduced draft rules to enable online issuance of conversion sanads, eliminating the need for applicants to visit revenue offices physically. This digital initiative aims to streamline the process and reduce the time frame from 60

Uttarakhand Voter Mapping: 75% Work Done

Uttarakhand election officials report 75% completion of voter mapping using 2003 electoral rolls. Second phase of outreach campaign begins February 1 with focus on youth and women voters.

Khaira Urges PM Modi for Punjab Farm Debt Waiver Package

Congress leader Sukhpal Singh Khaira has written to PM Narendra Modi, urging a special relief package including farm debt waiver for Punjab farmers ahead of his state visit, citing their historical contributions.

BJP's Goa Push: Nabin Targets Minorities for 2027 Assembly Polls

BJP national president Nitin Nabin has instructed the party's Goa unit to actively engage with minority communities to secure their support for the 2027 assembly elections, drawing inspiration from the party's success in Assam and northeast India.

Hajipur Woman Shot Dead, Husband Blames Neighbours

A 22-year-old woman was fatally shot at her home in Hajipur's Chowhatta Chowk area. Police have detained two suspects and registered an FIR against four persons based on family allegations of a neighbour dispute.

Delhi Court Acquits Man in 2020 Riots School Arson Case

A Delhi court has acquitted Mohd Faizan, accused of torching a school during the 2020 riots, citing serious infirmities in prosecution evidence including contradictory police testimony and unexplained FIR delay.

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