Madras HC: No Preferential Case Disposal, Follow Seniority
Madras High Court emphasizes systematic disposal of cases by seniority, warning against blanket directions that could prejudice others awaiting justice in Chennai.
Category : Politics
Delhi's Trans-Yamuna Area Gets Rs 728 Crore Boost
The Trans-Yamuna Area Development Board has approved development works worth Rs 728 crore to upgrade roads, drainage, and civic amenities in the region, with Chief Minister Rekha Gupta directing officials to prioritize monsoon preparedness.
Delhi Speaker Alleges Gender Bias in Teacher Promotions
Assembly Speaker Vijender Gupta writes to LG VK Saxena about alleged gender discrimination in Delhi's education department promotion policies, where separate seniority lists for male and female teachers disadvantage women.
Delhi HC Backs College on Professor Removal, Dismisses Caste Bias
Delhi High Court supports DU college's decision to relieve ad-hoc assistant professor, stating insufficient evidence of caste discrimination. Court emphasizes burden of proof lies with accuser in service matters.
Delhi Traffic Alert: Restrictions on Friday for Martyr's Day Event
Traffic in central Delhi will face disruptions on Friday due to a Martyr's Day function at Mahatma Gandhi Smriti Sthal, Rajghat. Police advise using public transport as diversions will affect key intersections from 9am to noon.
Cyclist Dies in Delhi Truck Accident, Driver Held
A 56-year-old man died after his bicycle was hit by a truck near Chirag Delhi intersection. Police arrested the driver and highlighted cyclist vulnerability in Delhi roads.
Delhi Hotel Fire: 8 Rescued in Dramatic Operation
Eight people were evacuated from two adjoining hotels in Delhi's Paharganj after a devastating blaze. Three suffered burn injuries, with one critical. Police and firefighters conducted a daring rescue.
Pune Learjet Crash: Black Box Recovered, Probe Intensifies
The black box from the Learjet 45 crash near Baramati has been recovered. Investigators will analyze cockpit voice and flight data to determine the cause that killed Deputy CM Ajit Pawar and four others.
Pregnant Delhi Police Commando Killed in Dowry Dispute
Kajal Chaudhary, a 24-year-old pregnant Delhi Police SWAT commando, died after being attacked by her husband over dowry demands. Police have added murder and dowry sections to the case.
Baramati Airfield Navigation Aids Scrutinized in Ajit Pawar Crash
Investigators probe the absence of navigational aids at Baramati's VVIP airfield as a key factor in the Learjet 45 crash that killed Maharashtra deputy CM Ajit Pawar and four others. Black box recovered, maintenance practices under review.
Court Denies Bail to Ex-AAP MLA in Delhi Riots Conspiracy Case
A Delhi court has dismissed bail pleas of former AAP MLA Tahir Hussain and two others in the 2020 northeast Delhi riots conspiracy case, citing UAPA provisions and prima facie evidence against them.
Kolkata Mutton Shop Theft: Goats and Cash Stolen
In a rare incident in north Kolkata, four goats and cash worth Rs 66,000 were stolen from a mutton shop, prompting police to register a theft case they admit is uncommon.
Kolkata Man Injured in Road Rage Incident
A 42-year-old man from South 24 Parganas sustained knife injuries after trying to intervene in a violent road rage altercation near Chittaranjan Hospital in Kolkata. Police are investigating the case.
Maharashtra Cabinet Reshuffle After Ajit Pawar's Death
Following the tragic death of Deputy CM Ajit Pawar, Maharashtra faces a cabinet reshuffle. Key portfolios like finance are up for grabs, with names like Dilip Walse Patil and Jayant Patil emerging as potential successors amid NCP faction merger talks.
Kanakanapalya Floods Persist Due to Blocked Drain
Residents of Kanakanapalya in Jayanagar face repeated flooding as a blocked drain remains unresolved by GBA. Locals demand direct civic authority intervention to restore the drain to its original condition and keep it uncovered.
KCR Gets SIT Notice in Phone Tapping Probe, Can Choose Venue
Former Telangana CM K Chandrasekhar Rao receives SIT notice for questioning in phone surveillance case. Investigators offer venue flexibility due to his age, citing CrPC provisions.
SC Directs EC on Voter Verification in Tamil Nadu
The Supreme Court has directed the Election Commission to implement a court-mandated procedure for voter document submission in Tamil Nadu during electoral roll revision, with the EC requesting nationwide extension.
Delhi to Build Integrated Complex for Juvenile Rehabilitation
Delhi government announces construction of an 8-acre integrated complex in Alipur to rehabilitate 700 children in conflict with law through education, counseling and skill development.
Delhi HC: No Stay on Brij Bhushan Trial, Hearing in April
Delhi High Court clarified there is no stay on trial proceedings against ex-WFI chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh in the wrestlers' sexual harassment case, adjourning his plea to April.
Delhi HC Warns Agencies Over Ghazipur Illegal Slaughterhouses
Delhi High Court warns civic bodies of contempt for failing to curb illegal slaughter at Ghazipur chicken market, demanding affidavits on enforcement of 2018 ban.
Indian Student Jailed for $200K Property Fraud in Australia
A 28-year-old Indian man on student visa in Australia has been sentenced to two years in prison for orchestrating a sophisticated property fraud scheme by impersonating a law firm and swindling $200,000 from a homebuyer.
Delhi Metro's Central Secretariat to Get Triple Interchange Status
Delhi Metro's Central Secretariat station will transform into a triple interchange facility with Magenta Line connectivity, benefiting thousands of daily commuters and visitors in central Delhi.
MCD Commissioner Ramps Up Surprise Sanitation Inspections in Delhi
New MCD Commissioner Sanjeev Khirwar has intensified field inspections and surprise checks across Delhi to improve sanitation services, with senior officials mandated to conduct regular monitoring and share weekly plans.
Chennai's ₹5,000 Cr Water Security Project Launched
Chennai's Water Resources Department unveils a World Bank-funded ₹5,000 crore water security project to address surging demand and ensure sustainable drinking water supply until 2037.
Namma 112 Handles 5.2 Lakh Calls in 2025, Tech Cuts Hurt Cases by 9%
Bengaluru's Namma 112 emergency response system, launched under the Safe City Project with Nirbhaya Fund support, handled 5.2 lakh calls in 2025. Tech upgrades led to a 9% reduction in hurt cases, improving from 2.5 lakh calls in its first year with 320 H
Begusarai Man Gets Life Term for Killing Father in 2017
A sub-divisional court in Begusarai has awarded life imprisonment to a man for murdering his father while he slept in 2017. The court also imposed a fine of Rs 20,000 on the convict.
Safe School Initiative Returns to Najafgarh for Student Safety
Delhi's 'Safe School' initiative is relaunching near Govt Boys Senior Secondary School No 2 in Najafgarh, targeting safer daily routes for over 15,000 students in a dense education cluster.
Delhi Assembly Mandates Annual Health Check-ups for MLAs
Delhi Assembly introduces mandatory annual cashless health screenings for all MLAs, with over 90% legislators above 40. The preventive healthcare initiative aims for early disease detection.
Madras HC Sets Aside POCSO Conviction Over Tutored Evidence
Madras High Court acquits man convicted of sexually assaulting daughter, citing anomalies like tutored statements, property disputes, and delayed complaint filing as reasons to doubt prosecution's case.
Kerala Launches India's First Elderly Budget
Kerala becomes India's first state to present a dedicated Elderly Budget, allocating Rs 46,236.52 crore for senior citizens' welfare. The budget addresses healthcare, social security, and infrastructure needs for the aging population.
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