HC Slams UP Police Leg-Shooting Encounters as Routine
Allahabad High Court criticizes UP police for routine leg-shooting encounters to please seniors, grants bail to three accused, and issues strict SOPs for investigation.
Category : Politics
J&K: Security Forces Re-establish Contact with Terrorists in Dolgam
Security forces re-established contact with terrorists in J&K's Dolgam area early Saturday as Operation Trashi-I entered day 14. The operation follows intensified anti-terror efforts in Kishtwar district.
Sunetra Pawar Sworn In as Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister
Sunetra Pawar, wife of Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, has been sworn in as Maharashtra's new Deputy Chief Minister. The move follows a high-level NCP meeting and signals a consolidation of power within the party.
West Bengal Police Reshuffle Before Elections
West Bengal government appoints Peeyush Pandey as acting DGP and Supratim Sarkar as Kolkata Police Commissioner in a major pre-election police department overhaul.
Sunil Sharma Named Congress Jaipur Urban Chief After 2024 Row
Congress appoints Sunil Sharma as Jaipur Urban District Congress Committee president despite 2024 controversy over his association with The Jaipur Dialogues. Party defends selection citing his secular credentials and clean image.
Mamata Accuses EC of Voter Deletion in Bhabanipur
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee alleges Election Commission intentionally deleted voters' names in Bhabanipur during SIR exercise. She directs TMC workers to document deletions and prepare for Delhi meeting with CEC.
Bengaluru Cop Arrested in Rs 4 Lakh Bribery Case, Video Viral
A Bengaluru police inspector was caught accepting a Rs 4 lakh bribe by Lokayukta officials. A video of his dramatic arrest has gone viral on social media, sparking outrage.
Coimbatore: Two Arrested After Fatal Drunk Driving Crash
Two men in Coimbatore were arrested and remanded to judicial custody after a fatal drunk driving accident that killed their 32-year-old friend on Avinashi Road.
Chandigarh Rationalizes Recruitment Rules Across Departments
Chandigarh UT administration launches comprehensive exercise to rationalize recruitment rules for similar posts, aiming to eliminate duplication, reduce delays, and cut administrative costs.
Ludhiana Pastor Arrested for Kidnapping Woman
Police in Ludhiana have arrested a pastor and booked his wife for allegedly kidnapping a woman, holding her captive for weeks, and forcing her to sign documents under duress. The rescue involved local residents and Nihang groups.
BJP, Shiv Sena Finalize BMC Power-Sharing Deal
BJP and Shiv Sena are set to jointly register their BMC corporator groups on Monday, finalizing a power-sharing formula. BJP will lead the joint group, but Sena retains whip power, with key committee posts divided between the parties.
Indore Police Arrest 3, Recover 13 Stolen Motorcycles
Indore police arrested two adults and a juvenile for vehicle thefts, recovering 13 stolen motorcycles valued at Rs 14 lakh. The accused confessed to stealing vehicles from various city locations.
Ayodhya Rape Case: Moeed Khan Acquitted, Family Alleges Bias
In the Ayodhya 2024 rape case, a POCSO court acquitted former Samajwadi Party functionary Moeed Khan while convicting co-accused Raju Khan. The minor survivor's family alleges political influence, investigation lapses, and evidence manipulation, vowing to
Iran Rejects Trump Nuclear Ultimatum, Khamenei Says No Surrender
Iran firmly rejects US demands to halt uranium enrichment and missile programs, escalating tensions. Supreme Leader Khamenei dismisses nuclear deadline as both sides deploy military assets while claiming openness to negotiations.
Delhi Sewer Deaths: Migrant Worker's Family Awaits Justice
Vijay Mochi from Begusarai died in a Delhi sewer accident due to alleged negligence. His family received compensation but no case updates. Another worker also perished in the incident.
UP Skill Centres Make Newspaper Reading Mandatory
Uttar Pradesh Skill Development Mission orders mandatory newspaper reading at all 800+ training centres to enhance soft skills, GK, and critical thinking among 1 lakh trainees.
UP Eases Project Approval Norms: Ministers Clear ₹50 Crore Projects
Uttar Pradesh government raises approval limits for ministers to ₹50 crore, with finance minister handling ₹50-150 crore and CM approving above ₹150 crore, emphasizing speed and transparency.
India-Bangladesh Repatriate 151 Fishermen in Maritime Exchange
India and Bangladesh conducted a coordinated maritime operation to repatriate 151 fishermen and seven fishing vessels across the International Maritime Boundary Line, highlighting bilateral cooperation.
Air India Ahmedabad Crash: Families Reclaim Lost Items
Six months after the Air India Boeing 787 Dreamliner crash in Ahmedabad, families of the 241 victims are receiving personal belongings recovered from the site. This emotional process highlights stories of loss, resilience, and the search for closure.
Pune Motorcyclist Arrested for Fatal Hit on Elderly Man
A 35-year-old motorcyclist has been arrested for causing death by negligence after his vehicle fatally struck a 70-year-old pedestrian in Pune's Nigdi area on Thursday night. The victim suffered severe head injuries and was declared dead at a nearby hospi
Pawar Family Hurt Over Sunetra's Oath During Mourning
Sources close to the Pawar family reveal hurt feelings as Sunetra Pawar's deputy CM oath ceremony in Mumbai occurred without informing them during mourning period for Ajit Pawar.
Banda Man Forces Wife into Halala After Dowry Dispute
A man from Banda allegedly forces his wife into Halala to remarry her after dowry harassment. Police register FIR against four for assault and dowry demands.
BJP Fears Gandhi, Says CPM Leader Over MGNREGA Name Change
CPM's G Ramakrishnan alleges BJP government fears Gandhi's ideals, linking removal of his name from MGNREGA to ideological opposition. Coimbatore event highlights communal resistance through art.
43-Year Jail for Man in Kerala Minor Abuse Case
A special court in Thiruvananthapuram has sentenced a 56-year-old man to 43 years of rigorous imprisonment and fined him Rs 40,000 for sexually abusing a 12-year-old girl in 2021.
TVK Hits Out at AIADMK Over Vijay Remarks, Election History
TVK chief coordinator KA Sengottaiyan criticizes AIADMK's Edappadi Palaniswami for commenting on actor Vijay, questioning his electoral defeats and dismissing AIADMK's relevance in upcoming Tamil Nadu assembly polls.
Kolkata Warehouse Fire: 25 Families Seek Answers in Blaze Probe
A devastating fire at two warehouses in Kolkata's Nazirabad has claimed at least 25 lives, with families searching for missing relatives. Investigations reveal safety lapses and political fallout amid ongoing recovery efforts.
Congress Muslim Leaders Uneasy Over Party's Silence on Community Issues
Congress Muslim leaders express concern over party's measured silence on Muslim issues, fearing ceding space to AIMIM. Rahul Gandhi's avoidance of 'Muslim' in speeches highlighted.
News in Pics: Jan 31, 2026 - Global Highlights
A visual journey through January 31, 2026, featuring sunset at U.S. Capitol amid shutdown talks, electoral roll verification queues in Siliguri, and Arctic reflections in Greenland.
CJ Roy Confident Group Chairman, Wife, Son Found in Mortuary
The chairman of CJ Roy Confident Group, along with his wife and son, were discovered at the Bowring Hospital mortuary in Bengaluru. Police have launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding their deaths.
US Embassy Warns Citizens of Violence in Bangladesh
The US embassy in Bangladesh has issued a security alert for its citizens, warning of potential political violence and extremist attacks during the upcoming parliamentary elections on February 12.
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