Patna PMC Approves Rs 3,043-Crore Budget for 2026-27

Patna Municipal Corporation passed a Rs 3,043-crore budget for 2026-27, projecting a Rs 456-crore surplus. Key projects include waste management and urban redevelopment, amid opposition from ward councillors over financial concerns.

PRD Personnel Found Dead in Dehradun Police Station

A Prantiya Rakshak Dal personnel was found dead in a Dehradun police station after being arrested for allegedly refusing payment at a petrol pump while intoxicated. Police have launched a detailed probe into the incident.

Arunachal Launches Biogas Plant to Cut LPG Reliance

The Arunachal Pradesh government has inaugurated a 30 cubic metre biogas plant at a cattle farm in Nirjuli, converting cow dung into clean energy for cooking and lighting, reducing LPG dependence for local families.

Davanagere Bypoll: 25 Candidates, Campaigns Intensify

The Davanagere bypoll sees 25 candidates, including from BJP, Congress, SDPI, AAP, and a rebel Congress candidate. Campaigning intensifies with top leaders like Basavaraj Bommai and Mallikarjun Kharge joining the fray.

Vizag Police Get Advanced Laser Guns to Curb Speeding

Visakhapatnam traffic police receive two advanced speed laser guns worth Rs 18 lakh through CSR support. The equipment will enable AI-powered, real-time challan issuance to enhance road safety on highways and beach roads.

Madras HC: Courts Should Not Test State Policy Utility

The Madras High Court has set aside a single judge order directing Tamil Nadu to provide marriage assistance, stating it's perilous for courts to test the utility of government policies, which belong to the executive domain.

Three More Students Accuse Anna University Professor

Three additional female students have filed sexual harassment complaints against Anna University professor Gnanavel Babu, who was arrested after a prior complaint. Police are investigating audio clips and digital evidence.

Gopalganj Teen Suicide Over Mobile Phone Dispute

A 16-year-old girl in Gopalganj died by suicide after an argument with her mother over excessive mobile phone use. Police are investigating the incident, with the body sent for post-mortem.

ACB Arrests Officials for Rs 1.2 Lakh Bribe in Vizianagaram

Anti-Corruption Bureau officials arrested an assistant executive engineer and a work inspector in Vizianagaram district for demanding and accepting a bribe of Rs 1.2 lakh from a gram sarpanch for releasing funds related to community center and road works.

Sambalpur Drug Bust: Man with 61.3g Brown Sugar Arrested

A 32-year-old man was arrested in Sambalpur with 61.3g of brown sugar near the Deer Park forest guest house. Police also seized a country-made pistol and cellphone, revealing his involvement in 32 criminal cases including drug trafficking.

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