India to Discuss ₹3.25L Cr Rafale Deal Before Macron Visit
India's Defence Ministry will discuss the ₹3.25 lakh crore proposal to buy 114 Rafale jets from France next week, ahead of French President Emmanuel Macron's visit to New Delhi in February.
Category : Politics
Surat Court Orders Insurer to Pay Full IDV in Car Crash Dispute
The Surat Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission has mandated ICICI Lombard to pay the full Insured Declared Value of Rs 20.3 lakh to a Volvo car owner, rejecting a surveyor's low valuation after a crash.
13 Arrested in Surat for Torturing Family Over Elopement
Bardoli Rural police arrested 13 individuals, including five women, for allegedly torturing three family members in Masad village after a young man reportedly eloped with a girl from a different community.
Hyderabad Hostel Fire Averted, Hotel Blaze Also Reported
A fire at a women's hostel in Musheerabad, Hyderabad, caused panic but resulted in no injuries thanks to timely firefighter response. A separate hotel fire in Banjara Hills caused ₹5 lakh in damage.
Gurgaon: Elderly Man Dies in Expressway Truck-Scooter Crash
A 68-year-old man, Narendra Yadav, was killed after a truck hit his electric scooter on the Delhi-Gurgaon Expressway. The driver fled, and police are investigating with CCTV footage and witness statements.
Telangana HC Upholds Group I Selection, 562 Appointments Cleared
The Telangana High Court has upheld the TGPSC's Group I selection process, providing relief to the state government and 562 officers. The division bench set aside a single judge's order that had annulled the Mains exam results.
Vikas Marg in Chandigarh to Close for Water System Upgrade
The Municipal Corporation of Chandigarh has announced a temporary road closure on Vikas Marg from February 7 to 8 for pipeline installation and water system strengthening work. Commuters are advised to use alternative routes.
Telangana HC Notices to BRS Leader in Cases Against CM Revanth Reddy
The Telangana High Court has issued notices to BRS leader Gandra Venkata Ramana Reddy in criminal petitions filed by Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy, seeking to quash two 2023 defamation cases. The court declined a stay on proceedings and adjourned the hea
Vimannagar One-Way Traffic System Fails in Pune
Residents report the Vimannagar one-way traffic system has collapsed due to lax enforcement and official transfers, causing chaos on narrow roads despite initial success in reducing travel times.
Manipur Violence Flares as Deputy CMs Take Oath in Churachandpur
Fresh violence has erupted in Manipur's Churachandpur district following the oath-taking of Nemcha Kipgen and Losii Dikho as deputy chief ministers, sparking protests and clashes.
Father Arrested for Raping Daughter in Mumbai After DNA Match
Mumbai police arrested a 50-year-old man for allegedly raping and impregnating his 20-year-old daughter, following a DNA match from a foetus. The case involved multiple assaults and a complex investigation.
Surat Cop Assaulted on Duty, Four Accused Booked
A 35-year-old head constable in Surat was allegedly assaulted by four persons while clearing a traffic jam. The incident occurred in Nana Varachha, with the accused fleeing the scene. Police have registered a case but made no arrests yet.
VMC Committee Nears Approval for 2026-27 Budget After Review
The Vadodara Municipal Corporation's standing committee has concluded discussions on the 2026-27 budget, proposing reductions in charge hikes and additional development works before formal approval.
Saudi Arabia, UAE Top Indian Deportations: 168,665 Cases
Parliament data reveals Saudi Arabia and UAE accounted for most of 168,665 Indian deportations from 2021-2025. US, Canada, UK also show rising numbers, with concerns over treatment during deportations.
Calcutta HC Rejects Plea in Rs 85.8 Lakh Bitcoin Fraud Case
The Calcutta High Court dismissed a plea to halt criminal proceedings in a cyber fraud case where a victim was allegedly induced to invest over Rs 80 lakh in bitcoin, stating proceedings cannot be quashed on mere apprehension.
BRS Leader Accuses CM of Lowering State Dignity with Objectionable Language
BRS deputy floor leader T Harish Rao criticizes Chief Minister Revanth Reddy for using objectionable language against opposition leaders, alleging it hides governance failures and damages Telangana's political reputation.
Gurgaon Toddler Assault Case: Police File POCSO Charges
A 3-year-old girl in Gurgaon's Sector 54 was allegedly sexually assaulted by two women house helps and a male accomplice. Police have registered a case under POCSO and BNS laws, with investigations ongoing.
Trump Pushes SAVE America Act, Slams US Electoral System
Former President Donald Trump criticizes US elections as 'rigged and stolen,' urging Republicans to support the SAVE America Act, which mandates voter ID and proof of citizenship.
Punjab Clears 900 Local Body Resolutions, Arora Announces
Punjab's Local Government Minister Balkar Singh Arora announced the clearance of 900 resolutions from municipal bodies, focusing on urban development and governance reforms.
Delhi Police Honors Businessman Assaulted for Stopping Harassment
Delhi Police felicitated businessman Mukesh Singh, who was brutally attacked after confronting four men harassing women in Mehrauli. The DCP praised his courage, while the victim's family detailed his severe injuries and long recovery ahead.
Gujarat Consumer Courts: Vacancies, Backlog Revealed in Parliament
Gujarat's consumer justice system is under strain with 3 state commission members and 11 district presidents' posts vacant. In 2025, over 18,000 cases were filed but only 12,553 were disposed of, raising concerns about timely resolution.
UP Farmers Get 5-Minute Loans via e-KCC, AI Agriculture Push
Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath announced digital governance has slashed loan approval times for farmers from a month to 5 minutes via e-KCC. UP sets a Rs 3 lakh crore agricultural credit target for 2026-27 and explores AI in farming.
BJP in Back-Channel Talks with SP's Arvind Chaudhary in UP
BJP has reportedly opened back-channel discussions with Samajwadi Party leader Arvind Chaudhary, signaling a strategic move to consolidate Kurmi votes in Uttar Pradesh ahead of assembly elections.
Ghaziabad Sisters Cremated, Police Probe Sold Phones for Clues
Three sisters in Ghaziabad died by suicide, with police seeking two mobile phones their father sold to investigate their obsession with Korean culture and online gaming as potential factors.
Manoj Jha: Constitution, Not Surname, Shapes My Politics
Manoj Jha argues that reducing political views to surnames erodes constitutional democracy, emphasizing the need for autonomy and shared principles over identity-based coercion.
1986: Fuel Price Hike Reversed After Public Reaction
In February 1986, the Indian government reversed a steep petroleum price increase within days, facing public pressure. The rollback caused a Rs 270 crore revenue loss, while Assam sought border talks and India mediated Sri Lanka's ethnic conflict.
Bihar Overhauls Hostel Safety with CCTV, Biometrics After NEET Death
Bihar Police issues strict guidelines for hostel safety, including mandatory registration, CCTV cameras, biometric attendance, and 24/7 female wardens, following the suspected suicide of a NEET aspirant in Patna.
Bengaluru: 10 PSK-Style Centres, 2-Day E-Khata Processing
Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar announces 10 new PSK-style centres in Bengaluru and a two-day processing target for e-khata applications, with 60% already issued within 24 hours.
US Justice Department Overwhelmed by Immigration Crackdown
Federal prosecutors across the United States are facing severe strain due to the Trump administration's immigration enforcement push and protest-related cases, leading to mass departures and crippling workloads.
Patna Police Transfers & Robbery: Key Personnel Changes
Patna police witness major transfers of station house officers following disciplinary review. Simultaneously, a daylight robbery of Rs 6 lakh from a bike showroom owner in Barh triggers investigation.
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