CSIR-NIO Opens Shore-Based Oceanography Lab in Vizag
Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh inaugurated the CSIR-NIO regional centre's shore-based laboratory in Visakhapatnam, focusing on Bay of Bengal research for marine resources and coastal management.
Category : Politics
Couple Arrested for Burning Elderly Man to Death in Visakhapatnam
Paderu police in Andhra Pradesh arrested a couple accused of burning a 65-year-old man alive over a loan dispute. Authorities used drone surveillance to track the suspects hiding in a forest.
Kotia Border Tensions Rise with Andhra Intrusions
Tensions escalate in the disputed Kotia region on the Odisha-Andhra border following three intrusions by Andhra officials in one week, including survey work and political meetings that challenge Odisha's authority.
Madurai: EVM Awareness, Biometric Data, Open Air Museum Updates
Get the latest civic, traffic, weather, and administrative updates from Madurai. Key developments include EVM awareness campaigns, biometric data collection initiatives, and plans for an open air museum.
Bihar Holi Bus Service for Migrant Workers Announced
Bihar government launches special bus service with 200 coaches for Holi travel, connecting 10 states to key districts. Online booking starts February 6.
Garhwa: Man Found Dead, Police Probe Cause
A 30-year-old brick kiln worker was discovered deceased near Gasedag village in Garhwa district. While locals suspect foul play, police are investigating whether it was a road accident or homicide.
Beyond Footpaths: Why Indian Cities Need Systemic Urban Design
The Economic Survey argues that liveability in Indian cities requires systemic urban design focusing on people's time, choices, and creativity, not just infrastructure projects like footpaths.
Bhojpur Police Find Missing Guard's Body in Canal
The body of a 40-year-old private security guard, missing since Thursday, was recovered from a canal in Bhojpur with stab wounds, raising murder suspicions. Police investigation underway.
Highways Sector: 5 Budget Expectations for Sustainable Growth
As India's highways sector transforms with record budgets, experts outline five critical areas for the upcoming budget: quality focus, operational expenditure, Bharatmala completion, procurement reform, and innovative financing.
Agra: 20-Year RI for Three in Minor Gangrape Case
A special Pocso court in Agra has sentenced three men to 20 years rigorous imprisonment each for kidnapping and gangraping a 15-year-old girl in 2020. The court also imposed fines while one accused remains absconding.
Karnataka to Set Up City Water Companies in 3 Cities
Karnataka government plans to establish city water companies in Hubballi-Dharwad, Belagavi, and Kalaburagi under the Companies Act 2013 to oversee drinking water supply, potentially clashing with existing L&T operations and raising political tensions ahea
High Court: Superannuation Age is Govt Policy, Courts Can't Direct
The Andhra Pradesh High Court has ruled that increasing the retirement age is a government policy matter, and courts cannot issue directions on such decisions, dismissing petitions seeking to raise superannuation from 60 to 62 years.
30-Year Sentence for Minor Rape in Belagavi, Rs 7 Lakh Compensation
A special POCSO court in Belagavi sentenced Nagesh Kareppa Lamani to 30 years rigorous imprisonment and a Rs 2 lakh fine for raping a minor girl who became pregnant. The court also ordered Rs 7 lakh compensation for the survivor.
Lokayukta Raids KIMS CAO B Kallesh Properties in Koppal
Karnataka Lokayukta officials conducted simultaneous raids at six locations connected to B Kallesh, CAO of KIMS Koppal, investigating disproportionate assets. The operation involves over 30 officials scrutinizing property and financial documents.
Savadi Proposes 1,000 Injection Borewells in Athani for Water Recharge
MLA Laxman Savadi has proposed constructing 1,000 injection borewells across 18 villages in Belagavi's Athani segment to recharge groundwater by injecting 1 TMC ft of water into aquifers.
Surat Scrapyard Fire: No Casualties, Waste Cloth Burns
A massive fire erupted at a Dindoli scrapyard in Surat early Friday, destroying waste cloth and polyester bundles. Firefighters controlled the blaze, preventing spread to nearby areas.
NCB Busts Rs 10 Crore Drug Network in Surat, Mysore
The Narcotics Control Bureau dismantled a major drug manufacturing and distribution network, seizing drugs worth Rs 10 crore in operations across Surat district and Mysore, Karnataka, and arresting three individuals from Rajasthan.
Teen Stabbed to Death by Friends in Gujarat Over Old Quarrel
A 17-year-old boy, Dhanraj Kunpara, was fatally stabbed by two minor friends in Wadhwan taluka, Surendranagar district. The altercation stemmed from a previous verbal dispute, leading to a tragic outcome.
Surat Renames 31 Localities on Martyrs' Day
Surat Municipal Corporation renamed 31 localities with caste-specific names on Martyrs' Day, following NHRC directives to respect marginalized communities.
Hazaribag Police High Alert for HMC Elections
Hazaribag district police intensify security measures ahead of February 23 municipal elections, identifying suspicious individuals and sensitive polling stations while relocating some centers for voter convenience.
Patna HC Asks NHAI to Curb Overloaded Vehicles on Highways
The Patna High Court has instructed the National Highway Authority of India to propose solutions for preventing overloaded vehicles, particularly sand-laden trucks, from damaging Bihar's national highways and bridges.
Charred Body of Woman Found Near Railway Tracks in Giridih
A partially charred body of an unidentified woman was discovered near Bangali Pul in Giridih's remote Beko West Panchayat. Police suspect murder by burning as investigation continues.
Buxar Man Kills Wife, Injures Sister-in-Law in Argument
A man in Buxar's Parsia village killed his wife during a domestic argument and seriously injured his sister-in-law who tried to intervene. The accused has absconded.
Dhanbad Police Road Safety: Education Over Fines
Dhanbad police organized a road safety awareness program at Memco More during Road Safety Month, using creative methods instead of fines to educate violators about traffic rules.
Ranchi Ward 18: Substance Abuse Makes Public Areas Unsafe
Residents of Ranchi's Ward 18 report substance abusers occupying public ponds after dark, creating safety concerns. They also highlight civic issues like poor roads and water supply, urging candidates to address these problems.
Hooda: BJP Betraying Poor with Ration Card Cancellations
Former Haryana CM Bhupinder Singh Hooda accuses BJP of electoral betrayal, citing 70,000 ration cards canceled in six months and 1.34 million total in Haryana, disproportionately affecting poor families.
Pak Drone Seen Over J&K's Samba Village
A suspected Pakistani drone was observed hovering over a forward village in Jammu & Kashmir's Samba district, raising security concerns along the border region.
CPI(ML) Criticizes SC Stay on UGC Equity Rules Over Caste Bias
CPI(ML) general secretary Dipankar Bhattacharya condemns Supreme Court's suspension of UGC Equity Rules, highlighting 118% surge in campus caste discrimination complaints and student suicides.
BJP Supports NCP's Deputy CM Decision, Says Fadnavis
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis pledges BJP's support for NCP's decision on Deputy Chief Minister post, with Sunetra Pawar expected to be sworn in following Ajit Pawar's tragic demise.
DOJ Releases 3M+ Epstein Documents Under Transparency Law
The US Justice Department has made public over 3 million pages of documents, 2,000 videos, and 180,000 images from the Jeffrey Epstein investigation under the Epstein Files Transparency Act, revealing new details about Ghislaine Maxwell.
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