Lucknow Police Massive Security for Holika Dahan and Holi
Lucknow Police has identified 3,729 Holika Dahan sites and deployed extensive security and traffic arrangements for peaceful Holi celebrations from March 2 to 4.
Category : Politics
Delhi Trio Arrested for Rs 16.5 Crore GST Fraud in Hardoi
Hardoi Police arrested three Delhi residents for orchestrating a GST fraud involving fake firms and fraudulent input tax credit claims worth Rs 16.5 crore. The accused used forged documents to create shell companies.
SLBC Tunnel Work Resumes in Telangana After 7-Year Stoppage
Telangana's irrigation department has resumed Srisailam Left Bank Canal tunneling after a seven-year stall, drilling 20 meters with new safety protocols and targeting full commissioning by June 2028.
Gujarat HC Criticizes Using Kids as Leverage in Marital Disputes
The Gujarat High Court condemned parents who use child custody as a weapon in matrimonial disputes, highlighting trauma inflicted on minors. In a Palanpur case, the court ordered custody transfer to the mother.
Vetlapalem Firecracker Blast Kills 23 in Andhra Pradesh
A massive explosion at a firecracker manufacturing unit in Vetlapalem, Andhra Pradesh, has claimed 23 lives. The village, known as the 'Sivakasi of Andhra Pradesh,' has a century-old fireworks tradition supplying customized crackers for festivals and even
Chennai Man Arrested for Child Assault, Injured While Fleeing
Ayanavaram police in Chennai arrested a man for sexually assaulting a seven-year-old girl at her home. The accused, Vijay, fractured his arm while trying to escape arrest and will be sent to Puzhal prison after medical clearance.
Menaka Guruswamy: First Openly Queer Rajya Sabha Candidate
Trinamool Congress nominates lawyer Menaka Guruswamy for Rajya Sabha, potentially making her the first openly queer person on the ballot. Her journey from the Section 377 verdict to Parliament.
Three Men Killed in Thiruvananthapuram Bike Accident
Three young men returning from work were killed in a tragic bike accident in Thiruvananthapuram early Saturday. The victims, aged 21-23, succumbed to injuries after the rider lost control near a curve.
Nagpur Tiger Corridor Gets 2028 Deadline from High Court
The Bombay High Court has set a 2028 completion deadline for the Nagpur-Katol tiger corridor after NHAI submitted a detailed timeline. The project aims to create a 12km wildlife passage with phased construction starting in 2026.
Kerala CM Launches Road Project, Unveils Infrastructure Developments
Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan inaugurated the second reach of the Rs 1,293 crore Vazhayila-Pazhakutty four-lane road in Nedumangad, distributed compensation to landowners, and launched multiple projects including a hospital building and tourism motel.
Lucknow Underpass Crack Widens, Safety Concerns Mount
A widening crack in Lucknow's Daliganj underpass has raised serious safety concerns among commuters. The structure, used by over 15,000 vehicles daily, shows visible damage with plaster falling and rusted bars exposed.
Kochi Traffic Restrictions for VP Visit on Sunday
Kochi City Police announced extensive traffic restrictions from 8am to 11am on Sunday for Vice President's visit, affecting key routes including MG Road, Willingdon Island, and Naval Base areas.
Kochi Sanitary Waste Plant Ready in 6 Months
A new sanitary waste incineration plant in Kochi will be operational within six months, providing a permanent solution for waste management in central Kerala districts.
Two Fatal Road Accidents in Andhra Pradesh Claim Lives
Two separate road accidents in northern Andhra Pradesh resulted in fatalities. A 45-year-old man died after swerving to avoid a dog, while a 72-year-old retired Army man was killed in a collision with a lorry.
Bengal BJP on Electoral Roll Deletions, More Exclusions Hinted
Bengal BJP leaders refrain from direct comment on SIR roll deletions but hint at further exclusions after verification. Opposition highlights Bhowanipore constituency cleanup.
Court Questions Selective Prosecution in Delhi Excise Policy Case
A special CBI court has observed that the now-scrapped Delhi excise policy involved consultation with the Lieutenant Governor, challenging the prosecution's conspiracy theory against Arvind Kejriwal and Manish Sisodia.
Trinamool Defends Progressive Rajya Sabha List Amid BJP Criticism
Trinamool Congress defends its Rajya Sabha candidates as progressive professionals, including Menaka Guruswamy, who will become India's first queer woman MP. The party counters BJP criticism over outsiders.
Lucknow Murder: Son Kills Father in Drunken Rage
Fresh details emerge in the Lucknow murder case where a son allegedly shot his father after an alcohol-fueled argument. The accused showed remorse and requested to meet his ill sister.
IAS Officers Anju Sharma, D Thara Empanelled as Secretaries
Anju Sharma (1991-batch IAS) and D Thara (1995-batch IAS) have been empanelled as secretary/secretary-equivalent posts at the Centre. Arti Kanwar and Vijay Nehra also promoted to additional secretary roles in the Government of India.
CAPF Route Marches in Bengal Before Voter List Release
Central Armed Police Forces conducted extensive route marches across multiple West Bengal districts, including Murshidabad and Nadia, hours before the Election Commission published the state's revised voter list following Special Intensive Revision.
SIR List Adjudications Stir Debate in West Bengal
Nearly 40% of voters under adjudication in West Bengal's SIR list are from North 24 Parganas, Malda, and Murshidabad, with allegations of bias and deletions sparking political tensions.
Chennai Police Bust Ganja Racket, Arrest 5 Including 3 Women
Chennai police arrested five individuals, including three women, for smuggling 20kg of ganja from Odisha. The operation involved tracking digital footprints and intercepting a container truck.
Iranian Drone Hits Dubai's Burj Al Arab, Causes Minor Fire
A drone intercepted over Dubai caused a minor fire on the facade of the iconic Burj Al Arab hotel. Dubai authorities confirmed no injuries, while regional tensions escalate with reports of attacks across the Middle East.
India's Strategic Dilemmas in Global Standing Explored
A new collection of essays titled 'India's Tryst With The World' analyzes the tensions shaping India's foreign policy, global standing, and future ambitions, offering insights into its strategic challenges.
Police May Dig Up Expressway to Find Missing Child's Body
Dausa police are considering excavating a section of the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway in Rajasthan after a suspect identified the burial site of a four-year-old boy missing for six years. Ground-penetrating radar detected suspicious remains beneath the highway
DMK's Trichy Conference: Historic Turning Point for Party
School Education Minister Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi states Trichy has historically been a turning point for DMK ahead of their grand state-level conference in March, expecting over 10 lakh participants.
Rajasthan HC Division Bench Quashes Single Judge's Orders in Govt Housing Case
A division bench of the Rajasthan High Court has set aside two orders by a single judge in petitions challenging notices to vacate government accommodation, ruling the court exceeded its scope and granted unrequested reliefs.
Patna DM Reviews Traffic & Encroachment Measures
District Magistrate Thiyagarajan S M chaired a meeting to tackle traffic congestion and encroachment in Patna. Key directives include anti-encroachment drives, strict enforcement of one-way rules, and using an integrated traffic management system with 3,3
Maharashtra Seeks Election Roll Revision Delay Over Census
Maharashtra government plans to request Election Commission to postpone special intensive revision of electoral rolls due to overlap with Census 2027 first phase, citing manpower strain.
TTD Board Rejects Former MLC's Resignation Over Land Issue
The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams trust board has officially rejected former MLC Janga Krishnamurthy's resignation, ending a two-month saga linked to allegations of a plot allotment cancellation in Tirumala.
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