West Bengal Elections 2026: Women Candidates Increase to 385

The 2026 West Bengal assembly elections witness a notable increase in women candidates, with 385 female contestants compared to 240 in 2021. Trinamool leads with 55 women candidates, followed by Congress with 44, as per ADR and WBEW reports.

AP Official Dismissed for Election Code Violation

The Andhra Pradesh government has dismissed Kakarla Venkata Rami Reddy, a former association president, for campaigning during the 2024 elections while in service, following a departmental inquiry.

Kolkata Police Probe Ragging Assault at Techno India Campus

Kolkata police investigate a brutal ragging assault on a first-year student at Techno India's Salt Lake campus, with one arrest made and CCTV footage requisitioned. The victim reported being beaten, burned with cigarettes, and extorted for money.

Accused Arrested in YSR Kadapa Murder Case

Police in YSR Kadapa district have arrested Gobugari Subba Reddy for the murder of Dampetla Mallikarjuna, citing long-standing personal enmity as the motive behind the brutal crime.

Noida LPG Camps for Workers After Labor Protests

Noida district administration has initiated camps to distribute free trade LPG cylinders to factory workers and migrant laborers, addressing supply gaps and black market issues following recent labor unrest.

Bengaluru Police Recover Phone in Minutes After Road Rage

Hoysala police in Bengaluru swiftly recovered a mobile phone snatched from a delivery executive during a road rage incident near Ambedkar Nagar. The accused returned the device after police intervention, leading to a compromise.

Gurgaon Clears 1,000 Houses in 3-Day Encroachment Drive

In a major enforcement action, Gurgaon authorities have removed illegal extensions from nearly 1,000 houses over three days, targeting encroachments on public land across licensed colonies. The drive, prompted by a high court stay and government order, ai

Two Arrested in Noida Over April 13 Protest Violence

Noida police have arrested two members of Mazdoor Bigul Dasta for alleged involvement in the April 13 industrial workers' protest violence. The accused were in contact with the 'mastermind' Aditya Anand, who coordinated with multiple groups. A separate ca

Amaravati's Key Junction Fast-Tracked for Capital Access

The Andhra Pradesh government is accelerating development at the E.3-N.4 junction near Venkatapalem, a crucial gateway to Amaravati, to enhance infrastructure and prevent waterlogging, with tight deadlines set by the ADC.

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