Bihar Police have made extensive preparations for Holi, deploying Quick Response Teams, thousands of personnel, and implementing strict guidelines to prevent hooliganism and ensure public safety across sensitive districts.
RG president Manoj Parab and St Andre MLA Viresh Borkar accuse Goa CM Pramod Sawant of reneging on promises and using police to silence protesters against TCP's Section 39A.
The NDA criticized West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee's planned sit-in against electoral roll revision, alleging TMC's appeasement politics and illegal voter enrollment ahead of assembly polls.
BJP in Odisha is gearing up to field three candidates for four Rajya Sabha seats, setting the stage for a political contest reminiscent of 2014. The party has the numbers for two seats but aims for a third through strategic maneuvering.
Hassan DC K S Latha Kumari conducted surprise inspections at ragi procurement centers, warning of legal action against irregularities. Farmers complained of wastage, high labor fees, and long waits.
The Bihar government has established a 24/7 helpline to assist migrant workers from the state employed in West Asia, amid escalating tensions and conflict in the region.
A 57-year-old fake healer was arrested in West Singhbhum for allegedly raping a 17-year-old girl while performing rituals to cure her brother. The accused had previously served jail time for a 2014 rape case.
The NDA has criticized West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee for her planned sit-in against the Election Commission's special intensive revision of electoral rolls. BJP leaders accuse her of opposing the process to protect alleged Bangladeshi infiltrators.
Garhwa police advise people not to spread child-lifting rumors on social media after innocent individuals were assaulted on mere suspicion in recent incidents.
Goa police questioned around 35 individuals, including Revolutionary Goans president Manoj Parab, following FIRs for marching to TCP minister Vishwajit Rane's residence. Parab called it an attempt to instill fear among protesters.
As candidate selection for Bihar's five Rajya Sabha seats nears finalization, NDA leaders express confidence in winning all seats. Discussions involve LJP(RV), RLM, and HAM(S), while RJD faces challenges due to numbers.
Dubai Airports has announced a limited resumption of flight operations at DXB and DWC airports on March 2, 2026, following a temporary closure due to regional security tensions. Passengers are advised to wait for airline confirmation before proceeding.
District Magistrate Anand Sharma appeals to 1.8 lakh pensioners to complete mandatory annual life certification at Common Service Centers to avoid payment disruptions ahead of Holi season.
An NGO survey reveals significant failures in implementing Makkala Grama Sabhe in Chikodi taluk's gram panchayats, with children unable to speak freely and procedural gaps.
Belagavi City police implemented extensive security measures for Holi, deploying over 1,000 personnel, drones, and banning liquor sales to ensure peaceful celebrations across 180 locations.
Bhadravathi taluk BEO Nagendrappa AK was caught red-handed accepting a Rs 1 lakh bribe from his office superintendent to clear pending salary increment files. Lokayukta police set up the trap after a formal complaint.
Deputy CM Samrat Choudhary provides settlement land to the wife of martyred Subedar Santosh Kumar in Gaya, honoring the soldier's sacrifice as global conflicts escalate in the Middle East.
Karnataka Minister HC Mahadevappa clarifies no closure of KSIC silk factory in T Narasipura, states stadium won't be built if it hinders expansion, and addresses Israel-Iran conflict impact on Kannadigas.
The Water Resources Department is constructing 10 additional gates on the Nandurmadhmeshwar weir to prevent a repeat of the 2018 Godavari floods. The Rs 170 crore project aims for completion before the 2027 monsoon and Simhastha Kumbh Mela.
Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar crime branch arrests seven, seizes 503 grams of MD worth Rs 90.6 lakh in major late-night operation, dismantling Madhya Pradesh-based narcotics network.
Southern Railway has issued a strict advisory against flying kites near railway stations and tracks in Chennai, citing risks of fatal electric shocks, service disruptions, and infrastructure damage due to entanglement with 25,000V overhead lines.
Mandya Deputy Commissioner Kumara emphasizes the critical role of census data in shaping India's 10-year development plans. The first fully digital census, in two phases, demands seamless coordination and responsibility from all officials.
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announces a comprehensive review of safety protocols for explosives manufacturing units following a deadly blast at SBL Energy Ltd's Kalmeshwar unit that killed 19 people.
Former home minister Anil Deshmukh demands criminal cases against senior officials for negligence in the SBL Energy explosion that killed 19 workers in Nagpur, citing ignored safety warnings.
Dehradun police arrested four men for a hit-and-run that killed a motorbike taxi passenger on Rajpur Road. The accused were racing when they struck the victim's bike.
A political dispute erupts in Udupi as Congress alleges BJP MLA Gurme Suresh Shetty held an illegal foundation ceremony for Kambala tracks on land not yet transferred, with BJP warning of black-flag protests against obstruction.
A Karnataka Development Programme meeting in Karwar turned heated as MLA Satish Sail walked out after a sharp exchange with Minister Mankal Vaidya over medicine and doctor shortages in government hospitals.
K Vijayanand assumes role as ex officio special chief secretary to Andhra Pradesh CM after retirement, with ceremonial prayers and official greetings marking the transition.
A Guwahati court ordered the de-freezing of bank accounts belonging to accused Shyamkanu Mahanta after investigators failed to follow BNSS safeguards. The court cited lack of magistrate approval and proper reporting as key procedural violations.
Odisha government establishes a Centralised Asset Registry and Unified Works Passbook, mandating 10-digit unique IDs and geo-tagging for all public infrastructure assets across departments.