Urmila Gaud, wife of retired chief engineer D K Gaud arrested in Jal Jeevan Mission scam, died after falling from eighth floor in Jagatpura. Police investigating whether stress or dizziness caused the incident.
The Anti-Corruption Bureau has escalated its search for Subodh Agarwal, a retired IAS officer evading authorities in the Jal Jeevan Mission corruption investigation, conducting raids across 21 cities and questioning 50 individuals.
Mirabag villagers in Goa relocate their protest against the bandhara project to Azad Maidan in Panaji, as BJP state president Damodar Naik indicates the government may not proceed against local opposition.
Kolhapur traffic police and RTO have initiated a strict action against auto-rickshaws parked illegally beyond designated stops, causing traffic congestion. A meeting with union representatives addressed issues like rude behavior and overcharging.
A comprehensive look at the Siliguri Assembly constituency ahead of the 2026 West Bengal elections, including past winners, victory margins, and party-wise candidate analysis.
Kolhapur police have arrested Govind Shivaji Patil, accused of cheating investors of Rs 3.6 crore through a fraudulent investment firm. He was on the run for four years before being nabbed in his village.
Maharashtra government announces expansion of drone surveillance and joint enforcement teams to curb illegal excavation activities across the state, with special task force operations planned.
The Indian National Congress is set to renominate its senior leaders to the Rajya Sabha, including Jairam Ramesh and Pramod Tiwari, as their terms expire in July 2024, ensuring continuity in the Upper House.
Goa's law department has approved amendments to the VAT Act, allowing liquor retailers, bars, and taverns to opt for a lifetime composition scheme with a one-time fee of Rs 700, replacing annual renewals effective April 1.
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma announces BJP-AGP alliance will be sealed within days, with Bodoland Peoples' Front partnership expected. Three Congress leaders set to join BJP, highlighting political realignments ahead of assembly elections.
A comprehensive review-cum-convergence meeting for sector and zonal officers was conducted in Tinsukia district to ensure smooth assembly elections. District Commissioner Sumit Sattawan chaired the session attended by senior police officials.
The Karnataka High Court ruled that Article 22 of the Indian Constitution applies to all persons, including foreign nationals, emphasizing mandatory arrest grounds communication. It ordered the release of two Nigerians due to procedural violations.
The Bengaluru North City Corporation has introduced a truck-mounted litter-picking machine to efficiently clear dry leaves, litter, and roadside waste, with a 5,000-litre capacity for hard-to-reach areas.
Kolkata police arrested over 600 people and registered more than 2,000 traffic prosecutions during Holi celebrations, with clashes and drink-driving incidents reported across the city.
Nashik rural police have registered a POCSO case against eight Class X students for allegedly forcing younger students into unnatural sex at a government hostel. Three hostel staff were also booked for failing to report the abuse.
Senior GST officer Pradeep Phate arrested in connection with junior officer Sachin Jadhavar's suicide. The case involves allegations of workplace harassment and coercion into unethical decisions.
BJP nominates former MLA Ramrao Wadkute and tribal leader Maya Ivnate to Rajya Sabha from Maharashtra, bypassing senior figures like Raosaheb Danve and Bhagwat Karad, as part of a strategic OBC outreach.
Goods transporters and private bus operators in Maharashtra launch an indefinite statewide strike from Thursday, protesting e-challan penalties. The strike threatens to disrupt supply chains and passenger travel across the state.
The Kolhapur Municipal Corporation will hold elections for chairman posts of standing, transport, and women and child welfare committees on March 11. Nomination papers must be filed by March 6, with party-wise corporator strengths detailed.
Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma inaugurated the Saraighat Rana Smritisaudh memorial hall and laid the foundation for the Brahmaputra Riverfront Park Extension in Guwahati, honoring the historic 1671 battle.
Fuel stations in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar faced dry spells as panic buying, fueled by rumors of low national reserves, caused long queues and traffic disruptions. Authorities urge calm and deny supply issues.
Union Minister Pralhad Joshi criticizes Karnataka's decision to raise electricity rates for industrial and commercial sectors, citing mismanagement and political instability under CM Siddaramaiah.
The High Court Bench Advocates' Association in Dharwad urges the Union government to establish permanent benches of central tribunals at the Dharwad bench to ensure equitable access to justice for 12 districts in North Karnataka.
A Myanmar-trained cadre of ULFA(I) surrendered in Tirap district, Arunachal Pradesh, with a pistol and ammunition recovered. The incident highlights security challenges along the India-Myanmar border.
Assam Congress president Gaurav Gogoi urges party unity amid criticism over the first list of 42 candidates, which includes six sons of senior leaders. BJP's Himanta Biswa Sarma labels it a 'list of successors,' while Congress defends the mix of experienc
Raijor Dal has released its first list of 11 candidates for the upcoming elections, creating minor friction with Congress over seat-sharing negotiations. The regional party's president, Akhil Gogoi, is set to contest from Sivasagar, while Congress shows s
Congress announces candidates for eight Barak Valley seats, with Borkhola witnessing sharp reactions as a former member plans an independent run, potentially reshaping local politics.
Police in Assam's Golaghat district conducted a major crackdown on illegal liquor trade, dismantling over two dozen dens and seizing 3,000 litres of 'sulai'. Several bootleggers were detained in the operation.
A 52-year-old polio survivor in Bengaluru's Austin Town was allegedly murdered by his nephew following a property dispute. The nephew tried to pass it off as an accidental fall, but police uncovered the truth through investigation.
A Bengaluru family's cab ride ahead of Ramzan shopping led to a Rs 25 lakh burglary after the driver allegedly used overheard travel details to plan the crime. Police have arrested the habitual offender and recovered stolen gold.