Mumbai Polls: PADU Backup System Used in Ghatkopar & Kurla
Bharat Electronics Ltd's PADU system was activated in two Mumbai wards during vote counting after EVM glitches. Officials confirm brief delays but assure transparency.
Category : Politics
Karnataka to Distribute 42,345 Slum Houses on Jan 24
Karnataka will distribute 42,345 houses built by the Slum Development Board on January 24. Mallikarjun Kharge, CM Siddaramaiah, and DK Shivakumar will inaugurate the event in Hubballi.
Fadnavis: BJP's BMC Strike Rate Best, Mumbai Makeover in 3 Years
CM Devendra Fadnavis addresses BJP corporators, highlighting the party's impressive strike rate in BMC polls and promising a transparent, world-class Mumbai transformation.
Belagavi's Rs 135 Crore Smart Waste Plan Under CITIIS 2.0
Belagavi, Karnataka's sole city in Smart City 2.0, launches a Rs 135 crore scientific waste management project with TCS support, aiming for completion by 2028.
Raju Gowda Survives Car Crash in Yadgir After Cricket Match
Former minister Raju Gowda escaped with minor injuries after his car was rear-ended by a truck on the highway in Yadgir's Ganj area early Saturday morning.
US Ambassador Pays Tribute at 26/11 Memorial in Mumbai
US Ambassador Sergio Gor visited Mumbai's 26/11 memorial, honoring victims and praising Indian security forces while noting Tahawwur Rana's extradition during Trump's presidency.
Shiv Sena Shifts 29 BMC Corporators to Hotel Amid Mayor Row
Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena has moved its 29 newly elected BMC corporators to a luxury hotel in Mumbai. This unusual step follows veiled threats from Uddhav Thackeray's faction about installing their own mayor.
Jharkhand Bandh: Mixed Response to Tribal Protest
A day-long Jharkhand bandh called by tribal groups demanding arrest in a village head's attack case saw mixed response. Khunti district observed complete shutdown while other areas had limited impact.
Murshidabad Violence Sparks Political Clash
Protesters in Murshidabad block roads, alleging a man was killed in Jharkhand. The incident triggers a political battle between BJP and TMC in West Bengal.
Woman Killed by Truck in Hazaribag, Locals Block Road for 11 Hours
A 50-year-old woman died after a tipper truck hit her during her morning walk in Barkagaon block. Angry locals blocked the road for 11 hours, halting coal transport from NTPC's mine.
BMC Power Shift: BJP's Win Reshapes Mumbai Civic Leadership
BJP emerges as single largest party in BMC elections, ending Shiv Sena's 25-year dominance. Former mayors and corporators outline strategies for new roles in ruling and opposition benches.
PM Modi: West Bengal Must Be Freed of Illegal Migrants
Prime Minister Narendra Modi pointed to developed nations deporting illegal migrants as he called for West Bengal to be cleared of infiltrators during a BJP rally in Malda.
Bareilly Cow Vigilante Surrenders in Cafe Assault Case
Rishabh Thakur, main accused in Bareilly cafe assault over 'love jihad' allegations, surrenders in court. Police seek his remand after earlier arrests.
Surat Police Arrests Tiwari Murder Accused for SUV Theft
Police in Surat's Limbayat arrested Yusuf Pathan, linked to the 2019 Kamlesh Tiwari murder case, for allegedly stealing an SUV worth Rs 7 lakh at knifepoint from a childhood friend.
BJP Protests in Jamshedpur Over Missing Man, Criticizes Govt
BJP functionaries protested outside the SSP office in Jamshedpur as Kairav Gandhi remains missing. They criticized the Hemant Soren government for failing law and order in Jharkhand.
Congress MLC Jagtap Gets Show-Cause Notice Over Mumbai Chief Remarks
Former Mumbai Congress chief Bhai Jagtap receives show-cause notice from AICC after publicly criticizing Mumbai Congress president Varsha Gaikwad and demanding her resignation over BMC election results.
India Urges Iran for Access to 16 Detained Crew on MT Valiant Roar
The Indian Embassy in Tehran presses Iranian authorities for consular access to 16 Indian crew detained since December 2025, ensuring their welfare amid ongoing judicial proceedings.
Jharkhand to Present Energy Model at Davos, UK
Chief Minister Hemant Soren leads Jharkhand delegation to Davos and UK, presenting a balanced energy transition model focused on renewables and inclusive growth.
Gujarat Police Seize Rs 62.69 Lakh Liquor in Navsari
Gujarat Police's state monitoring cell raided a site near the Sangam Solar Plant in Navsari district, seizing 14,016 bottles of IMFL worth Rs 37.62 lakh and arresting one suspect.
Israel Rejects US Gaza Plan, Saar to Confront Rubio
Prime Minister Netanyahu's office declares US proposal for Gaza governing council contradicts Israeli policy. Foreign Minister Gideon Saar will address the issue directly with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio.
Rajkot Court Sentences Man to Death for Child Rape
A special POCSO court in Rajkot has sentenced a 32-year-old Madhya Pradesh man to death for the brutal rape and sexual assault of a seven-year-old girl. The court delivered the verdict within 41 days of arrest, calling it a rarest of rare case.
Jamiat Chief Seeks Strict Action on Bihar Mob Lynching Cases
Jamiat Ulema-e-Hind chief writes to Bihar CM Nitish Kumar, demanding strict measures against mob lynching incidents in the state to ensure justice and safety.
Karnataka HC: Voluntary Retirement Not Guaranteed
The Karnataka High Court clarifies that voluntary retirement applications require proper scrutiny and do not guarantee approval, citing a driver's case with unauthorized absences.
BJP-Shinde Sena Tussle Over Mumbai Mayor Post After BMC Win
Following the Mahayuti alliance's decisive win in BMC elections, BJP and Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena are engaged in a political tug-of-war over the coveted Mayor's position, with both sides signaling tough negotiations ahead.
Bombay HC: Timely Compensation Vital for Scavengers' Kin
The Bombay High Court emphasized timely compensation for families of deceased manual scavengers, noting 12 pending cases in Maharashtra. The court sought updates on a 2023 Kalyan death.
Siddaramaiah Slams Karnataka Police Over Vigilance Failures
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah questions police vigilance after ATM robberies, Ballari dispute, and stadium stampede, urging better safety measures.
5 kg IED from LPG Cylinder Found in Latehar Forest
Police recovered a 5 kg IED made from an LPG cylinder in Serendaag forest, Latehar. The device was buried and neutralized on the spot.
Trump Threatens Tariffs Over Greenland Purchase
US President Donald Trump announces sweeping tariffs on European nations unless they agree to sell Greenland to the United States, escalating trade tensions.
Bengaluru Road Rage: Dagger Threat, Accused Absconding
A Bengaluru man recorded a road rage incident on dashcam where a scooter rider blocked his car, abused him, pulled out a dagger, and threatened occupants before fleeing. Police have launched a search.
Ajit Pawar to Review NCP's Pune Loss After BJP Wins
NCP leader Ajit Pawar announces a discussion on the party's defeat in Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad civic polls, where BJP secured unexpected victories.
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