Maharashtra Civic Poll Results Delayed Till December 21
Frustration mounts as Bombay HC delays Nagpur civic poll results to Dec 21. Voters express irritation over the 18-day gap, impacting local governance. Full story inside.
Category : Politics
Himachal CM: Mandi Event a 'Jan Sankalp', Not Celebration
Himachal CM Sukhvinder Sukhu clarifies the Mandi rally is a 'jan sankalp' event, not a celebration, amid BJP criticism over disaster funds. He also challenges BJP MLAs to jointly seek PM's promised ₹1500 crore relief.
Badlapur Civic Polls: 60% Turnout, Clashes Mar Voting
Badlapur Municipal Council elections witness nearly 60% voter turnout, higher than 2015. Polling marred by clashes between BJP, Shiv Sena workers & technical glitches. Results on Dec 21.
Telangana HC notice on IPS officers in IAS cadre posts
Telangana High Court's notice to the state government over posting IPS officers in IAS positions highlights long-standing cadre management issues. Explore the history and implications.
Karnataka HC acquits 30 in Toyota protest case, slams probe
Karnataka High Court acquits 30 accused in the 2011 Toyota protest case, citing a flawed investigation. Justice H P Sandesh orders action against the investigating officer. Read the full details.
Bengaluru Authority sacks staff for illegal khata approvals
Greater Bengaluru Authority takes historic disciplinary action, dismissing officials for issuing khatas to illegal layouts. Details on the crackdown and its implications for city governance.
MP's Money Trail in Fake IAS Officer Scam Uncovered
Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar police probe reveals Hingoli MP transferred Rs 1.45 lakh to woman impersonating an IAS officer. Investigation examines political links & foreign connections. Read the full story.
Court Rebukes Panipat Police for Fabrication, Illegal Detention
A Panipat court has accused police of fabrication and shielding officers in an illegal detention case. The judge ordered an FIR and an independent probe. Read the shocking details.
Hubballi's Smart City Market Struggles with Poor Maintenance
Hubballi's Shaniwar Santhe, a Rs 6.6 crore Smart City project, faces severe neglect. Issues include no toilets, garbage piles, and electrical faults. Officials promise action, but vendors suffer.
Siddaramaiah on Shivakumar's CM Future: High Command Will Decide
Siddaramaiah clarifies D K Shivakumar's CM prospects hinge on Congress high command's decision. The leaders met over breakfast in Bengaluru, showcasing unity amid internal discussions.
2020 Delhi Riots: 'Regime Change' Claim Challenged in SC
Accused in the 2020 Delhi riots conspiracy case challenge 'regime change' allegations in Supreme Court. Lawyers argue prolonged incarceration, lack of evidence. Read the latest courtroom arguments.
HC Questions Village Polls Based on Old Census Data
Telangana High Court directs batch of petitions challenging gram panchayat seat reservations to a division bench. Petitioners argue seats reserved for non-existent populations.
ED Auctions Seized Falcon Group Aircraft in Hyderabad on Dec 9
The ED will auction a seized Hawker 800 aircraft linked to the ₹792 crore Falcon Group scam on December 9 at Begumpet airport. Proceeds aim to compensate victims of the massive investment fraud. Read the full details.
BJP Gets 83% of Tata Trust's Rs 915 Cr Political Donations
BJP received Rs 757.6 crore from Tata's Progressive Electoral Trust in 2024-25, data shows. Explore how electoral trusts fund parties post-electoral bond ban.
Hubballi's 2.5km Dark Stretch Endangers Residents
A crucial 2.5km road in Hubballi from Sirur Park to Heggeri lacks street lights, creating hazards. Residents fear crime and accidents. HDMC promises action. Read more.
Punjab SEC Allows Affidavits Instead of NOCs for Polls
Punjab State Election Commission permits candidates to file affidavits in lieu of NOCs and NDCs for upcoming local body elections, easing nomination process. Read more.
MSEDCL bans road digging in Nagpur for Winter Session power
MSEDCL issues strict directives to prevent power disruptions in Nagpur during the Winter Session from Dec 8. All digging activities halted to protect underground cables in VVIP zones.
Nagpur's Smart Traffic Project Fails, Signals Malfunction
Nagpur's Rs 197-crore IITMS smart traffic project lies in shambles. Only 10 of 171 junctions upgraded, leaving commuters facing daily danger due to malfunctioning signals and poor upkeep. Read the shocking ground report.
Karnataka HC Refuses to Shorten CID Probe in Murder Case
The Karnataka High Court has refused to reduce the extended investigation period granted to the CID in the Biklu Shiva murder case. The court emphasized the need for a thorough probe into the 2021 crime. Read the full details here.
PUCL Alleges Custodial Torture in Dalit Youth Death in Bengaluru
Rights group PUCL demands judicial inquiry into the death of Dalit youth Darshan PG, alleging illegal detention and assault by Bengaluru police. Details inside.
Clashes, Allegations Disrupt Vidarbha Elections
Akot witnesses Congress-NCP clash & cash-for-vote allegations. A voter damages EVM in Gadchandur. Despite incidents, inspiring stories of participation emerge. Police ensure voting continues.
RSS-BJP High-Level Meetings in Lucknow Post Poll Review
Top RSS and BJP leaders held a series of closed-door meetings in Lucknow to review the 2024 Lok Sabha results and plan for the 2027 UP assembly polls. Key issues like coordination and voter outreach were discussed.
SC: No Legal Rights for Intruders, Poor Indians First
Supreme Court asserts illegal immigrants have no legal rights, prioritizing India's poor. Hearing on Rohingya habeas corpus plea adjourned to Dec 16. Details inside.
Karnataka MLAs lobby for ministerial berths in cabinet reshuffle
As Karnataka anticipates a cabinet reshuffle, MLAs like Prasad Abbayya and NH Konaraddi publicly stake their claims for ministerial positions, citing community representation and portfolio expertise. Read the full story.
Massive Queues at KMC for Birth, Death Certificates
Hundreds queued at KMC for certificates ahead of SIR hearing. Officials increase daily quota, add counters to manage the rush. Read the full story.
Kerala families boycott polls over housing neglect
Nearly 35 families in Paipra panchayat's S Valavu colony boycott local body elections, protesting 50 years of ignored promises for basic housing repairs. Read their story.
HC Notices to Banks in Widow's FD Dispute Over Husband's Will
Gujarat High Court questions SBI, PNB & AMCo Bank for withholding widow's joint FD savings. Dispute arises from her late husband's alleged will to another woman. Read the full story.
BrahMos Scientist Nishant Agarwal Freed After 7 Years in Jail
Former BrahMos scientist Nishant Agarwal walks free from Nagpur prison after 7 years as court acquits him of leaking missile secrets. Read the full story of the verdict and his ordeal.
Delhi's New Secretariat Plan Back on Track with ITO Land Deal
Delhi government's plan for a unified secretariat complex gets a major boost as the Income Tax department agrees to share its 4.5-acre plot at ITO. The move will create an 18-acre integrated complex, ending decades of scattered offices.
Bengaluru: Man kills partner, dies by suicide
A man in Bengaluru allegedly murdered his live-in partner before dying by suicide. Police are investigating the shocking domestic violence incident. Read the full report.
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