Chandigarh Tightens Security for Holi Festivities
Chandigarh police have deployed extensive security arrangements, including drone surveillance and traffic diversions, to ensure a safe and peaceful Holi celebration across the city.
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Chandigarh Youth Stabbed in Robbery, Main Suspect Arrested
A youth in Chandigarh was stabbed during a robbery attempt in Sector 22. Police have arrested the main suspect, identified as a 25-year-old, and recovered stolen items. The victim is in stable condition.
Delhi Crypto Scam: Four Arrested for Robbery via Fake Police
Delhi Police arrests four individuals for robbing a man by luring him with fake USDT cryptocurrency sales and impersonating police officers. The interstate syndicate used social media ads to trap victims.
Caretaker Arrested for Drugging Family with Sleeping Pills in Delhi
A caretaker in Paschim Vihar East, Delhi, has been arrested for allegedly sedating a family with stolen sleeping pills and fleeing with Rs 30,000-40,000. Police traced her to Bareilly and nabbed her on February 27.
Punjab Revenue Growth Under AAP: Tax Hits Rs 57,919 Crore
Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema announced that the state's own tax revenue surged to Rs 57,919 crore under AAP, making it a top 3 state in revenue growth, with excise and GST collections also seeing historic increases.
DMK Councillor, Businessman Held for In-Flight Harassment
Two men, including a DMK councillor and a real estate businessman, were arrested by Chennai police for allegedly sexually harassing a flight attendant aboard a Chennai-Delhi IndiGo flight.
DVAC to Review HC Order on Municipal Corruption Case
The Directorate of Vigilance and Anti-Corruption informed Madras High Court it will seek review of order directing FIR registration based on ED's corruption findings in municipal administration department.
Shrikant Shinde Attacks BJP Minister Ganesh Naik in Political Feud
Kalyan MP Shrikant Shinde escalates political feud by criticizing BJP's Ganesh Naik, calling him a local leader incapable of handling his portfolio. Naik's camp retaliates by pointing to internal Shiv Sena disputes in Navi Mumbai.
Two Killed, Five Injured in Sickle Attack in Tirunelveli
Two people were killed and five others injured in a violent sickle attack in Perumpathu village, Tirunelveli. Police arrested seven suspects amid protests over inter-village rivalries.
Delhi's Garbage Crisis: Overflowing Dumps Plague Residents
From South Delhi to Burari, overflowing garbage points and foul stench are a daily reality for Delhi residents. Poor segregation, irregular collection, and traffic bottlenecks highlight systemic sanitation failures.
Tambaram Biomines 35% of Appur Landfill Waste, Targets Full Clearance
Tambaram Corporation has biomined 35% of 6 lakh tonnes of legacy waste at Appur landfill in a year, using recycled material for paver blocks. Residents raise concerns over poor waste management and dumping near water bodies.
Election Spending Gap: A Critical Analysis of Campaign Finance
This editorial examines the widening gap in election spending, highlighting how financial disparities impact democratic fairness and the need for reforms to ensure a level playing field in Indian politics.
Alinejad Criticizes Harris on Women's Rights and Iran Silence
Iranian activist Masih Alinejad publicly challenges former US VP Kamala Harris on social media, questioning her women's rights advocacy and response to Iran strikes amid escalating tensions.
Telangana HC Directs Completion of Municipality Election in 3 Weeks
The Telangana High Court has directed authorities to complete the election process for Ibrahimpatnam municipality's chairperson and vice-chairperson within three weeks, resolving a legal dispute that stalled the proceedings.
Punjab Opposition Slams AAP Govt Over Industrial Policy Delay
Punjab's opposition leader Partap Singh Bajwa criticizes the AAP government for a four-year delay in industrial policy, citing economic damage and security concerns ahead of the Progressive Punjab Investors Summit 2026.
Woman Found Dead in Matrimonial Home After Wedding in Bahadurgarh
A 22-year-old woman was found dead at her matrimonial home in Bahadurgarh, Haryana, 12 weeks post-wedding. Family alleges murder, police investigate under abetment of suicide.
Guntur Family Stranded in Abu Dhabi Amid Flight Suspensions
A family from Guntur district, including a 9-month-old infant, is stranded at Abu Dhabi airport after flights to India were suspended due to escalating Middle East tensions. Venkateswara Rao shares their plight.
Hyderabad Pharma Units Shut in Fentanyl Probe
Telangana authorities have closed three pharmaceutical and chemical units in Hyderabad amid a widening investigation into fentanyl precursor manufacturing, following a US indictment.
Hyderabad: Fatal Bike Crash Kills One, Injures Three in Moulali
A tragic accident in Hyderabad's Moulali area resulted in one death and three injuries after a speeding bike collided with a moped. Police cite rash driving as the cause, with investigations ongoing.
Punjab Congress Slams AAP for Painting Buses in Party Colors
Punjab Congress president Amrinder Singh Raja Warring criticizes AAP government for painting state buses in blue and yellow, calling it a diversion from governance failures.
Hyderabad Excise Bust: Scotch Smuggled in Plasma Van
Telangana excise officials intercepted a freezer van transporting blood plasma from Delhi to Gagillapur, uncovering 24 bottles of suspected non-duty paid Scotch whisky hidden inside. The driver was arrested, while three biopharmaceutical company employees
Congress Demands CBI Probe into Rohtak Land Scam
Former minister Subhash Batra calls for CBI investigation into alleged irregularities in 18.5-acre Rohtak land deal, citing illegal tree felling and revenue loss.
Strategic Silence: Policy Drift or Principled Autonomy in Geopolitics
In the complex theatre of geopolitics, silence can serve as a strategic tool, often reflecting a deliberate policy drift or principled autonomy. This editorial explores how nations like the US, Iran, and Israel use silence in international relations.
India to Run 58 Flights as West Asia Conflict Hits Air Travel
The Indian government has directed airlines to operate 58 flights to assist citizens affected by air travel disruptions due to the West Asia conflict, ensuring safe repatriation and connectivity.
Arab Leaders Demand Putin Act on Iran War; Russia Reveals Plan
Arab leaders have made a shock demand to Vladimir Putin over the Iran war, with Russia revealing a big upcoming diplomatic move. Energy security is at the core as oil prices surge amid Gulf attacks.
Congress MLA Accuses BJP Leader of Harassment, Demands He Quit
Sringeri MLA TD Rajegowda broke down at a Congress event, alleging BJP's Jeevaraj harassed him with IT raids and prevented his work. He challenged Jeevaraj to not contest upcoming polls.
Austin Bar Shooting: FBI Probes Terror Link to Iran-Israel Conflict
A 53-year-old man with incendiary online posts targeting Israel and the US was killed in a shootout with police after opening fire at an Austin bar. The FBI is investigating potential terrorism ties amid US-Israel strikes on Iran.
Court Orders GPS, Call Data Preservation in Gurdaspur Encounter
A Gurdaspur court has directed telecom companies to preserve GPS locations and call records of Punjab Police personnel involved in the shootout that killed 18-year-old Ranjit Singh, accused of murdering two cops. The order came after a petition by his fam
Goa IRBn Constable Dies in Holi Ritual Tree Trunk Accident
A 42-year-old Indian Reserve Battalion head constable, Pranav Mishal, died after a tree trunk worshipped during Holi in Goa fell on him in Mencurem village, Bicholim taluka. He succumbed to injuries at GMC hospital.
Mumbai POCSO Court Rejects Discharge Pleas in Dating App Case
A special POCSO court in Mumbai has rejected discharge pleas of two men accused of sexually assaulting a 16-year-old boy via a dating app, ruling that the minor's self-representation as an adult does not absolve criminal liability.
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