Kolkata Police Launches All-Women Pink Booths for Safety
Kolkata Police has inaugurated all-women Pink Booths and patrolling teams to bolster women's safety on city roads, operating from evening to midnight with facilities like first aid and CCTV.
Category : Politics
Jaipur-Dausa Highway Crash: One Dead, Several Injured
A tragic accident on the Jaipur-Dausa highway near Bassi resulted in one fatality and multiple injuries after a speeding car lost control and collided head-on with a bus, causing significant traffic disruptions.
Madras HC: Must Relinquish Religion for 'No Caste, No Religion' Certificate
The Madras High Court dismissed a petition seeking a 'no caste, no religion' certificate, ruling that such a document cannot be issued unless the person formally relinquishes their religion as per established rites.
ED Attaches Rs 78 Lakh Properties in Goa Bank Fraud
The Enforcement Directorate has provisionally attached properties worth Rs 78 lakh in a Goa bank fraud case involving misappropriation of funds from Bank of Baroda's Anjuna branch.
Bengaluru Woman Stabs Ex-Boyfriend, Calmly Confesses
A 30-year-old woman in Bengaluru walked into a police station and confessed to stabbing her former boyfriend with a kitchen knife, leaving him with severe injuries. The victim, a gym trainer, is stable in hospital.
Opposition Slams Modi's Israel Visit Amid US-Israel Iran Strikes
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent state visit to Israel faces intense opposition criticism following US-Israel missile strikes on Iran, with leaders calling it 'moral cowardice' and questioning India's foreign policy stance.
Goa Plans AI Smart Water Meters and Management System
Goa's drinking water department is replacing old meters with smart meters and developing an information management system. Consumers can monitor usage via mobile, and AI will analyze data to detect leaks and save water.
Vatican Ambassador's Historic First Visit to Garo Hills, Meghalaya
Archbishop Leopoldo Girelli, Apostolic Nuncio to India and Nepal, arrived in Tura for a two-day visit, marking the first time a Vatican ambassador has visited the Christian-majority Garo Hills region of Meghalaya.
Patna Fire Safety Advisory for Holi Celebrations
Patna district administration and Bihar fire services release detailed fire safety guidelines for Holika Dahan and Holi, including pyre height limits and emergency contacts.
Goa CM Pramod Sawant Vows Inclusive Budget for 2026-27
Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant pledges a participative and growth-focused budget for 2026-27 after extensive stakeholder consultations to boost tourism, industry, and green energy.
Goa Police Traces 18 Missing Persons Using Prism Intelligence Center
Goa Police's intelligence fusion center Prism has traced 18 missing persons over two weeks, with most cases involving voluntary disappearances due to personal issues. The center uses structured analysis and proactive monitoring.
Ranchi Mayor Roshni Khalkho Plans Ward-Level Offices for Better Governance
Roshni Khalkho, elected as Ranchi mayor with a 14,000-vote margin, outlines her priorities including ward-level civic offices, women's safety measures, and governance reforms based on her pandemic experience as 'Scooty Didi'.
Meghalaya CM Proposes Japan Skill Corridor for Youth Empowerment
CM Conrad K Sangma at India-Japan Conclave in Shillong lauds Japan as a steadfast partner, announces MoU to train 500 youths for Japan placements, and proposes a skill corridor to leverage Meghalaya's young population with Japan's technology.
Bihar Deputy CM Forms Committee to Probe GeM Portal Irregularities
Bihar Deputy CM Vijay Kumar Sinha has established a high-level committee to investigate alleged procurement irregularities via the GeM portal by urban local bodies, suspending orders in Khagaria.
Mizoram Police Destroy Poppy Plantation, Arrest Myanmar Nationals
Police in Mizoram's Lawngtlai district destroyed a poppy plantation and arrested two Myanmar nationals after a drone-assisted operation near Rulkual village. Over 38kg of raw opium was seized.
Saharsa Police Solve Teen Murder, Arrest Five in Revenge Plot
Saharsa police have solved the murder of 13-year-old Ankit Anand, arresting five including two shooters. The main accused allegedly ordered the killing to take revenge on the boy's father, a lawyer representing a case against him.
Three Arrested for Stealing Iron from Samruddhi Expressway
Chandanzira police in Jalna arrested three men for allegedly stealing iron angles and protective fencing worth Rs 5.5 lakh from the Samruddhi expressway. The theft aimed to prevent cattle accidents, and one suspect remains at large.
Nitish Kumar Reviews Patna Road & Crematorium Construction
Bihar CM Nitish Kumar inspected the Mandiri Nala two-lane link road and Bans Ghat electric crematorium, directing timely completion. He also paid tributes to Dr Rajendra Prasad on his death anniversary.
AAP: Muslim Families Denied Aid After Chhattisgarh Violence
Aam Aadmi Party in Chhattisgarh claims 13 Muslim families in Dutkaiya village received no government support after houses were burned in February violence. Party demands relief, compensation and judicial probe.
Transgender Found Dead in West Champaran; Police Probe Hanging
A 30-year-old transgender woman was discovered hanging in her rented room in Bagaha, West Champaran, under suspicious circumstances. Police are investigating all angles while awaiting the post-mortem report.
Andhra VRO Caught Taking Bribe for Solvency Certificate
Anti Corruption Bureau sleuths in Nellore arrested a village revenue officer red-handed demanding and accepting a Rs 20,000 bribe to process a solvency certificate for a complainant involved in a sand mining case.
Goa Revokes Suspension of Officials in Nightclub Fire Case
The Goa government has revoked the suspension of two officials, Siddhi Harlankar and Shamila Monteiro, pending an inquiry into their role in granting permission to Birch by Romeo Lane nightclub, where a fire killed 25 people in December 2025.
Life Term for Four in 19-Year-Old Saran Murder Case
Four accused in a 19-year-old murder case in Bihar's Saran district were sentenced to life imprisonment and fined Rs 25,000 each. Police hailed the verdict as a success in expediting justice for serious crimes.
Patna-Purnia Greenfield Corridor Land Acquisition in Progress
The land acquisition process for the Patna-Purnia six-lane greenfield corridor is underway, with technical formalities in progress. The Rs 18,042 crore project awaits state cabinet approval before commencement.
Meghalaya: Two Arrested for HNLC Recruitment, IED Plot
Police in Meghalaya arrested two individuals for allegedly recruiting youth for banned extremist group HNLC and conspiring to plant an IED. A separate HNLC cadre surrendered to authorities.
Bihar: Toddler Raped, Murdered in Banka; 4 Arrested
A two-year-old girl was allegedly raped and murdered in Bihar's Banka district. Her body was found near a school late Friday night, sparking outrage. Police have arrested four suspects and are investigating.
Bombay HC: Individual Members Cannot Challenge Society Conveyance Orders
The Bombay High Court dismissed a petition by a housing society member challenging a deemed conveyance order, ruling that only the collective society has the legal standing to question such matters under cooperative law.
Karnataka CM Orders Emergency Evacuation of Kannadigas from Middle East
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has directed officials to implement emergency measures to evacuate Kannadigas stranded in the Middle East due to escalating regional tensions, ensuring their safe return.
Mangaluru to Remove Traffic Island, Add Signals at Nanthoor Junction
Mangaluru traffic police will remove the traffic island at Nanthoor Junction and install a signal system to ease congestion. Free left movement and safety measures like bus lanes and zebra crossings are planned.
BJP Rebel Wins Dhanbad Mayor Post, Defeats JMM Candidate
BJP rebel candidate Sanjeev Singh has won the Dhanbad Municipal Corporation mayoral election, defeating JMM-backed Chandrashekhar Agarwal. Congress and BJP-backed candidates finished third and fourth respectively.
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