In response to persistent denial of haircut services to Dalits in rural North Karnataka, the Mundargi taluk administration has established a 'Souharda Salon' in Singatalur. This initiative, part of an untouchability-eradication drive, involves multiple go
In Bagalkot, women protesters halted police attempting to arrest activists linked to the Shivaji Jayanti riot case. Former MLA Veeranna Charantimath mediated, warning police against provoking Hindus and ensuring protection for the activists.
Udupi administration laid Kambala track foundation under prohibitory orders amid BJP-Congress disputes over event date and permissions. Police security tight as case filed against 37 including MLAs.
Two CPM local committee leaders in Thiruvananthapuram were arrested and remanded for allegedly obstructing a police officer serving notices in a flex board vandalism case linked to political tensions.
Congress MLC Ivan D'Souza criticizes BJP MLA Vedavyas Kamath for allegedly using development issues for political gain in Mangaluru, questioning funding sources and past performance.
Acting on a tip-off, Sitamarhi police arrested liquor smuggler Vinod Kumar and seized an SUV carrying 932 bottles of Nepalese wine near Mill Chowk. The consignment was intended for Holi festival distribution.
Two women drowned and four others are in critical condition after a family swimming trip at Gandabommanahalli lake in Vijayanagara district. The victims were returning from a local fair.
In Rajkot's Bhachau, a man and his friend allegedly killed the victim with an SUV, motivated by resentment over his elopement with the accused's sister when she was minor and subsequent marriage.
A 25-year-old man was brutally murdered in Shigli village, Gadag district. Mahammad Faruk Shaikh Sanadi was strangled and his body dumped in open fields, causing panic in Laxmeshwar town.
A detailed look at the Haripad Assembly constituency ahead of the 2026 Kerala elections, including past winners, vote margins, and party-wise candidates.
Women's organizations at an AITUC meeting express concerns that the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in Karnataka risks disproportionately excluding female voters, citing previous hasty and non-transparent mapping processes.
Senior Congress leader V S Ugrappa accuses Union and Karnataka governments of failing to ensure social justice for SC, ST, and OBC communities, demanding immediate action and proportional reservation.
Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy visited Gejjalagere village in Mandya to support residents opposing its merger into Maddur City Municipality. He criticised local leaders and urged the state government to withdraw the decision.
Prince Andrew remains under investigation for misconduct linked to Jeffrey Epstein, with a friend claiming he feels 'brutally treated.' King Charles has publicly stated the law must take its course, as searches conclude and MPs release trade envoy files.
Nashik Municipal Corporation's E-Connect mobile app has been non-functional for three months, preventing residents from lodging complaints. Mayor Himgauri Aher confirms a major upgrade is in progress to enhance features and user experience.
Kodagu district police have arrested four individuals for attacking right-wing activist Appachira Gautham Cariappa in Napoklu. The injured activist is hospitalized, and police have restored calm after protests.
The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams has approved a massive Rs 5,456 crore budget for 2026–27, focusing on education, security upgrades, and enhanced pilgrim facilities, including deployment of 727 security personnel.
Leader of Opposition R Ashoka launched a sharp attack on the Karnataka Congress government, calling its tenure '1,000 days of 1,000 problems' marked by scandals, healthcare crises, and financial distress.
Enforcement Directorate provisionally attaches properties worth Rs 14 crore in Sai Surya Developers money laundering case. Investigation reveals fraudulent plot sales to multiple buyers.
World leaders from Europe, Asia, and the Middle East have issued varied responses to the recent US-Israel military strikes on Iran, highlighting diplomatic tensions and regional security concerns.
The DMK has finalized a seat-sharing agreement with two parties, with Congress expected to receive 27-28 assembly seats and a Rajya Sabha seat, though it initially sought around 35 seats.
In a major crackdown, Amritsar police have dismantled two separate drug smuggling modules, arresting 10 individuals and confiscating a total of 5.4 kilograms of heroin. The operations highlight ongoing efforts to combat narcotics trafficking in the region
In a major crackdown, Amritsar police arrested three individuals and confiscated 1 kg of heroin along with a significant amount of drug money, highlighting ongoing efforts to combat narcotics trafficking in the region.
Farmer leaders in Amritsar were arrested for protesting a sugar mill land transfer but later released. The incident highlights ongoing land disputes in Punjab's agricultural sector.
Customs officials at Amritsar's Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport intercepted a smuggling attempt, seizing gold and other valuables from a passenger arriving from Dubai.
An official confirms that Nobel laureate Amartya Sen's name appears on a postal list marked as a Non-Resident Indian, sparking discussions on his residency status and its implications.
Amritsar police have apprehended two individuals in possession of heroin and a pistol, marking a significant crackdown on drug trafficking in the region. The arrests highlight ongoing efforts to combat narcotics and illegal arms.
Booth Level Officers in Kolkata experienced significant confusion and delays in receiving the final electoral roll list, causing anxiety among both officials and voters awaiting publication results.
Manipal police have registered an FIR against 37 individuals, including seven MLAs, for allegedly violating a prohibitory order by unlawfully entering an event site, based on a complaint by Udupi Tahsildar Gururaj.
Kolkata's final voter lists exclude over 25,000 electors from North and South constituencies, with 1.4 lakh more under adjudication. Maniktala and Bhowanipore see highest deletions amid Election Commission revisions.