Netravathi-Hemavathi River Linking Not Feasible: C R Patil
The long-proposed Netravathi-Hemavathi river linking project in Karnataka has been declared unfeasible by C R Patil, with no studies conducted since the 1994 pre-feasibility report.
Category : Politics
Hope for Missing Mother of Savannah Guthrie Amid Ransom Notes
Investigators have no proof that Nancy Guthrie, 84, is alive but believe she was taken against her will. A chilling ransom note with specific details has emerged as the search enters its fifth day.
50 Projects Get Post-Facto Green Nod Since 2021
Minister Kirti Vardhan Singh disclosed in Rajya Sabha that 50 projects across 13 states and one UT received post-facto environmental clearances since 2021, with Rs 327.43 crore recommended for remediation.
UP CM: Chinese Manjha Deaths to Be Treated as Murder
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has directed officials to treat any death caused by banned Chinese kite strings (manjha) as murder. This follows at least eight fatalities in the state over the past year.
Kanpur Police File Chargesheet in Rs 1,500 Cr Ponzi Case
Kanpur police have filed a 360-page chargesheet against Ravindranath Soni, accused of duping over 700 people of Rs 1,500 crore through international ponzi schemes. The chargesheet includes witness statements and electronic evidence.
SWAT Commando Kajal's Tragic End After Dowry Harassment
Kajal Chaudhary, a Delhi Police SWAT commando and former national basketball player, was allegedly murdered by her husband while four months pregnant. Her journey from Haryana village to special forces ended in dowry death tragedy.
Telangana HC Takes Suo Motu Cognizance of Man's Death
The Telangana High Court has taken suo motu cognizance of a letter alleging a man was denied treatment, mistakenly placed in a mortuary while alive, and later died. The court converted the letter into a PIL.
ED Confronts Ex-MLA Baljit Yadav in Jaipur PMLA Probe
The Enforcement Directorate's Jaipur office confronted former MLA Baljit Yadav with key witnesses in a PMLA case, focusing on alleged tender irregularities and money laundering through family-linked companies.
Ludhiana MC Advances Waste Management Project in F&CC Meeting
Ludhiana's Finance and Contracts Committee approved key resolutions, including a major integrated solid waste management project with an estimated annual cost of Rs 140-150 crore, as the city aims to comply with NGT guidelines.
WB Governor Avoids Confrontation in Assembly Address
West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose delivered a brief four-and-a-half-minute speech, avoiding the confrontations seen in southern states. The session featured heated exchanges between CM Mamata Banerjee and opposition leader Suvendu Adhikari.
Indian Men Freed After 2.5 Years in Pakistan Jail Post-Floods
Two men from Punjab, swept across the Satluj river during floods in 2023 and arrested in Pakistan, have been released after over two and a half years, returning home to tragic personal losses.
Rajasthan: No Immediate Change to Urban Election Norms
The Rajasthan government has clarified there are no immediate plans to amend eligibility norms for urban local body elections, including the two-child rule and educational qualifications, following a query by an MLA.
Telangana HC Questions Aadhaar Mandate for Emergency Ambulances
Telangana High Court has raised concerns over requiring Aadhaar cards for emergency medical transport, directing the state to clarify its policy within two weeks following a PIL alleging denial of services.
Gujarat Dy CM Harsh Sanghavi Visits Sri Lanka to Boost Ties
Gujarat Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi's official visit to Sri Lanka focuses on reinforcing bilateral relations rooted in shared cultural and civilizational heritage, highlighting economic and diplomatic cooperation.
Phagwara Retirees Protest DA Delay, Seek Officer Transfer
Retired employees of Phagwara Municipal Council staged a protest demanding immediate release of pending dearness allowance and the transfer of a senior officer, citing administrative delays.
Amritsar Farmers Protest Outside AAP MLA Homes
Farmers in Amritsar staged a dharna outside the residences of ruling AAP MLAs, demanding government intervention on agricultural issues and policy reforms.
Amritsar Police Busts Cross-Border Drug Peddling Network
Amritsar police have arrested multiple drug peddlers linked to an international smuggling network operating across the Punjab border. Authorities seized narcotics and are investigating deeper connections.
Jalandhar Police Anti-Narcotics Drive: Arrests and Seizures
Jalandhar police have intensified their anti-narcotics campaign, resulting in multiple arrests and significant drug seizures across the district. Authorities are targeting supply chains and dealers to curb substance abuse.
Contempt of Courts Bill: History of Judicial Power in India
The Contempt of Courts Bill, a pivotal legislation in Indian legal history, aimed to define and regulate contempt powers to uphold judicial dignity and authority.
Thane NCP Factions Vie for Leader of Opposition Post
In Thane Municipal Corporation, Sunetra Pawar and Sharad Pawar NCP factions compete for Leader of Opposition. Potential alliances with AIMIM and independents could create historic stalemate.
SGPC Seeks Ban on Illegal Sale of Gurdwara Amb Sahib Land
SGPC chief secretary Kulwant Singh Mannan has called for cancellation of mutation and a police case against fraud in the illegal sale of Gurdwara Amb Sahib land in SAS Nagar.
Tamil Nadu GRP Plans Integrated Control Room for Railway Security
The Government Railway Police in Tamil Nadu proposes a 24x7 Integrated Master Control Room in Chennai to centralize communication and monitoring across railway networks.
Punjab Waives ITI Fees for Orphans and Visually Impaired Students
The Punjab government has approved a proposal to waive training fees for orphans and visually impaired students enrolled in the COPA-VI trade across government-run ITIs, aiming to remove financial barriers to technical education.
Punjab Cabinet to Attend Guru Ravidas Memorial Event on Feb 6
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has declared that the entire state council of ministers will participate in the Parkash Purb celebrations at Sri Khuralgarh Sahib on February 6, honoring Guru Ravidas with a Rs 148 crore world-class memorial.
HC Summons UP Govt Over 1 Lakh Missing Persons Cases
The Lucknow bench of Allahabad High Court has summoned the UP government to provide data on over 1 lakh missing persons cases from 2024-2026, with action taken in only 9,700 instances.
Rajasthan ACB Arrests 3 in Rs 3.10 Lakh Bribery Cases
The Anti-Corruption Bureau arrested three individuals in Didwana-Kuchaman and Chittorgarh for allegedly accepting bribes totaling Rs 3.10 lakh in separate trap operations.
Manipur Protests Over Kuki-Zo MLA's Deputy CM Appointment
Violent clashes in Manipur's Churachandpur left protesters wounded as Kuki-Zo community backlash grows against MLA Nemcha Kipgen joining the state government, with multiple groups calling for shutdowns.
SC Upholds HC Order Cancelling Hyderabad Centre Land Allotment
The Supreme Court has upheld a Telangana High Court order cancelling the allotment of 3.70 acres of land to the International Arbitration and Mediation Centre in Hyderabad, citing legal violations.
Bengal's Pre-Poll Budget: New Youth Scheme, Higher Welfare Payouts
The Mamata Banerjee government's final budget before state elections introduces 'Banglar Yuba-Sathi' for unemployed youth, hikes 'Lakshmir Bhandar' benefits by 50%, and raises DA for employees.
Punjab Hosts Canadian Delegation for Alberta Partnership Talks
Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema met with a Canadian delegation led by Alberta's Indigenous Relations Minister Rajan Sawhney to explore investment opportunities and strengthen bilateral engagement between the two regions.
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