Bomb Attack Mastermind Killed in Police Encounter

C Azhagu Raja, prime suspect in the bomb attack on police escorting history-sheeter S Kalimuthu, was shot dead during a police encounter in a forested area near Thirumandurai while attempting to recover hidden weapons.

Halwa Ceremony Marks Final Stage of 2026-27 Budget Prep

The traditional halwa ceremony at North Block marked the final phase of 2026-27 budget preparation, with Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman overseeing the process. The budget will be presented on February 1, a Sunday, with documents available digitally.

Allahabad HC Grants Interim Bail to Youth in Police Firing Case

The Allahabad High Court has granted interim anticipatory bail to Mohd Alam, a Sambhal youth, in a case related to November 2024 violence. The court has sought a reply from the state government while extending protection till February 25.

Rape Convict Arrested in Gurgaon After Jumping Bail

Delhi Police's Crime Branch arrested Karan Doltani, a 33-year-old convicted rapist who had been absconding after violating bail conditions. He faces multiple sexual assault charges from 2016 and 2022 cases.

Nagpur Leads Maharashtra E-Governance Rankings

Nagpur Divisional Commissioner's Office secured top position in Maharashtra's 150-day e-governance improvement programme, evaluated across 7 digital parameters by Quality Council of India.

Sirsa Lawyers Strike Over Colleague's Assault

Court proceedings in Sirsa were halted as lawyers protested the violent attack on advocate Kewal Singh Kamboj. The statewide strike demands immediate arrest of the accused.

Two Minor Boys Held for Raping Six-Year-Old in Delhi

Two juvenile boys apprehended for alleged sexual assault of a six-year-old girl in Northeast Delhi. Mother discovered incident after daughter returned home covered in blood, with one suspect still at large.

Budget Session 2026: Key Reform Bills on Agenda

India's Parliament budget session begins with Finance Bill 2026 setting tax rates, plus major reforms in education, bankruptcy, motor vehicles and agriculture through key legislation.

Bengaluru: Milk Booth Owner Stabbed by Rowdy-Sheeter

A 42-year-old milk booth owner in Bengaluru's Avalahalli was brutally attacked with a knife by a rowdy-sheeter and his associates after he objected to their public nuisance. The accused has been arrested.

Congress Proposes 50:50 Mayor Term in Chandrapur

Congress MLA Vijay Wadettiwar met Uddhav Thackeray in Mumbai, proposing a rotational mayor term to resolve Chandrapur Municipal Corporation's political impasse amid BJP's poaching attempts.

Singer's Remarks Against CM's Wife Trigger Backlash

Singer Anjali Bharti's comments about Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis's wife at a Bhandara event have drawn condemnation from political parties and institutions, with police registering a case and the State Women's Commission intervening.

Bengaluru Jewellery Shop Robbed by Armed Trio

Three armed men robbed a jewellery shop in Dasanapura, Bengaluru, escaping with Rs 50,000 cash and 30 grams of gold after threatening staff with a suspected toy gun.

India-EU Mobility Pact Eases Options for Indian Talent

India and the European Union have signed a comprehensive mobility pact to facilitate easier movement for students, workers, and researchers across 27 EU countries, enhancing opportunities in fields like AI.

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