Bombay HC Quashes CBI FIRs in GTL Loan Cases
The Bombay High Court dismissed two CBI FIRs against GTL Infrastructure Ltd and GTL Ltd, citing lack of evidence in alleged cheating cases involving loans worth thousands of crores.
Category : Politics
Uttarakhand Assembly Merges Governor's Address and Budget Day
Uttarakhand's budget session, starting March 9, may see the Governor's address and budget presentation on the same day, a shift from past practice. The Rs 1.1 lakh crore budget focuses on youth, women, farmers, and the poor, but faces opposition criticism
Wanted Criminal Killed in Agra Encounter, Constable Injured
Agra Police and UP STF killed wanted criminal Pawan alias Kalla in an encounter. The criminal carried a Rs 50,000 reward and was involved in multiple murders and extortion cases.
Maharashtra Clears Rs 6,000 Crore Loan for Purandar Airport Land
The Maharashtra government has sanctioned a Rs 6,000 crore loan for land acquisition for the proposed Purandar international airport, imposing strict financial conditions and setting a May deadline for completion.
Karnataka Water Crisis: 45 Taluks Overexploited
Karnataka's planning panel highlights severe groundwater depletion, with 45 taluks overexploited, 15 critical, and 33 semi-critical, pushing for urgent water security measures.
Jalandhar Vet's Home Shot at; CCTV Shows Motorcycle Attackers
Gunshots fired at a veterinarian's residence in Jalandhar's Santokhpura. CCTV footage reveals two motorcycle-borne assailants targeting the family's car and cameras. Police investigating with no extortion threats reported.
Nagpur Boy Rescued After 12 Days, Reunited with Mother
A 10-year-old boy missing from Nagpur's Kalamna area was rescued by the anti-human trafficking unit after 12 days and reunited with his mother. The father had allegedly taken the child amid marital tensions.
CBI Court Slams Evidence Handling in Excise Policy Case
A special CBI court has criticized the agency's evidence classification in the Delhi excise policy case, emphasizing fair trial rights and comprehensive examination of documents.
Jairam Thakur Meets Amit Shah, Gajendra Shekhawat in Delhi
Leader of Opposition Jairam Thakur held crucial meetings with Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Tourism Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat in Delhi, focusing on Himachal Pradesh's development projects and tourism sector enhancement.
Malankara Church Head Backs PM Modi on Unity, Cites Court Rulings
Baselios Marthoma Mathews III Catholicos supports PM Modi's opposition to splitting the Malankara Orthodox Syrian Church, referencing consistent court rulings from 1958 to 2017 and historical unity positions.
Swiss Tourist Stopped at Varanasi Airport for Satellite Phone
A Swiss national was intercepted at Varanasi's airport after CISF found a prohibited satellite phone in his luggage. He was released after questioning and allowed to fly to Mumbai.
Bhopal Hit-and-Run Kills Nursing Student, Friend Unhurt
A 24-year-old BSc Nursing student from Bihar was killed in a hit-and-run in Bhopal's Bairagarh area. His friend escaped unhurt. Police investigation ongoing.
Police Assault Journalist, Youth at Varanasi Temple Festival
A woman journalist and a youth were allegedly assaulted by police, including an ACP, at Kashi Vishwanath Dham during Rangbhari Ekadashi. Videos went viral, prompting an investigation and transfers.
Bhopal Demolishes Crescent Club Wall in Lake Encroachment Drive
Bhopal authorities demolished Crescent Club's 200-foot boundary wall and other structures within 50 meters of Upper Lake's full tank level as part of an illegal construction clearance campaign.
Court to Rule on Petition for Further Probe into Ex-ADM Death
Thalassery court will decide on March 9 whether to order further investigation into the death of former Kannur ADM Naveen Babu, with his wife alleging police ignored a larger conspiracy.
Three Die Cleaning Rainwater Pit in Bengaluru
Three workers tragically lost their lives while cleaning a rainwater harvesting pit in Bengaluru, highlighting severe safety lapses in such operations. The incident has sparked outrage and calls for stricter enforcement of labor safety protocols in the ci
Idukki Court Acquits Man in POCSO Case After Age Proof
A fast-track special court in Kattappana acquitted a man in a POCSO case filed by his wife, finding birth records proved she was an adult at the time of the alleged incident. The defense claims the case was retaliatory.
Three Dead, Two Injured in Himachal Vehicle Accident
A tragic accident in Himachal Pradesh's Kangra district left three people dead and two injured after their vehicle skidded off the road and fell into a deep gorge. The incident occurred on the Baijnath-Palampur road, with rescue operations underway.
Kuddu Toll Barrier E-Auction in Shimla on Feb 28
The Kuddu toll barrier in Shimla is set for an e-auction on February 28, requiring the commissioner's approval. This move aims to modernize toll collection and boost revenue.
Modi: Congress Now Muslim League, Maoist Congress
Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticizes the Congress party, alleging it has transformed into a Muslim League and Maoist Congress, targeting its ideology and governance approach.
AI Flight to Tel Aviv Returns Mid-Air Amid West Asia Crisis
An Air India flight bound for Tel Aviv was forced to return mid-air, with several other flights diverted or cancelled, as escalating tensions in West Asia disrupt air travel operations.
Haryana Head Constable Dismissed for Indiscipline, NDPS Act Breach
A head constable in Haryana Police has been dismissed from service for gross indiscipline and violating the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, following a departmental inquiry.
Gurgaon Hit-and-Run Kills Volunteer; Police Probe Under BNS
A 45-year-old volunteer, Tejendra, died after being struck by an unidentified vehicle on Chandu Badli Road in Budhera village. Police have registered a case under sections 106 and 281 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita.
Howrah Police Recover Gun Used in Promoter Shafiq Khan Murder
Howrah police recovered the pistol used to kill promoter Shafiq Khan from a water tank in Bowbazar. Four arrests made, suspects Harun Khan and Rafakat Hossain still at large, possibly fled by SUV.
Kolkata Forum Debates Electoral Integrity Amid Voter List Revision
United Interfaith Foundation's Kolkata event examined electoral integrity concerns during Bengal's SIR process, with speakers warning against exclusionary practices ahead of Assembly elections.
Kolkata's New Bailey Bridge Opens, Easing Commute
The newly constructed Bailey bridge connecting Salt Lake's AA Block and VIP Road at Dakshindari is now operational for two-way traffic from 7 am to 10 pm, following successful trial runs.
School Fight Escalates: Blade Attack Outside Police Station
A school scuffle in Jalandhar turned violent when a student's brother allegedly attacked a rival with a blade outside the police station gate. Police have arrested the 21-year-old attacker.
Karnataka Launches 250 Buses, Plans NWKRTC Renaming After Rani Channamma
Transport Minister Ramalinga Reddy announced the proposal to rename NWKRTC after Kittur Rani Channamma while dedicating 250 new buses to Belagavi division. The government is progressing with the purchase of 2,000 new buses as per budget announcements.
Delhi's Historic Town Hall to Become Cultural Hub
The Municipal Corporation of Delhi is developing a proposal to convert the 162-year-old Town Hall in Chandni Chowk into a public cultural destination, showcasing Delhi's heritage through restoration and adaptive reuse.
India Concerned Over Iran-Gulf Crisis, Calls for Diplomacy
India expresses deep concern over escalating tensions in Iran and the Gulf region, urging restraint and dialogue. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar contacts counterparts to ensure safety of Indian diaspora and regional stability.
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