Opium Farmers Protest Narcotics Dept Harassment in Chittorgarh
Bhilwara opium farmers staged a sit-in at Chittorgarh collectorate, alleging harassment by Narcotics dept. Protest led by Congress MLA Badrilal Jat ended after talks with officials.
Category : Politics
Rajasthan Eases RC Restoration Rules for Vehicle Owners
The Rajasthan transport department has issued new guidelines to simplify the restoration of suspended registration certificates, allowing vehicle owners to rectify defects and pay compounding fees for release.
Iran Allows Indian Ships Through Strait of Hormuz Amid Conflict
Iran has permitted two India-flagged LPG carriers to transit the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global energy route, amid Middle East tensions. Tehran's ambassador confirmed safe passage for Indian-bound vessels, highlighting bilateral friendship and shared
Telangana's Building Tribunal Unconstituted for 10 Years
Despite a decade-old provision and a 2022 high court directive, Telangana has failed to establish the Municipal Building Tribunal, leaving 6,000 cases pending and illegal constructions rampant in Hyderabad.
Tamil Nadu CM Stalin Inaugurates 45 Projects Worth ₹212 Crore
Chief Minister M K Stalin inaugurated 45 projects worth ₹211.9 crore and laid foundation stones for 9 projects worth ₹53.76 crore under municipal administration and water supply department in Chennai.
Telangana Notifies Gurramguda Forest as Reserve, Settles Dispute
The Telangana government has officially notified the 424-acre Gurramguda forest area as a Reserve Forest, concluding a prolonged legal dispute. The move grants legal protection and paves the way for potential development as an urban forest park.
Madras HC Quashes SHRC Order for Activist Compensation
The Madras High Court set aside a Tamil Nadu SHRC order directing ₹2 lakh compensation to activist Lois Sofia, arrested in 2018 for shouting slogans against BJP on a flight with former BJP state president Tamilisai Soundarajan.
BJP Blames Bangladeshi Infiltrators for Meghalaya Tribal Violence
BJP leader Ravi Shankar Prasad alleges Muslim infiltrators from Bangladesh are causing demographic changes and snatching tribal rights in West Garo Hills, Meghalaya, following election-related violence.
Airline to Pay for Denying Boarding to Phagwara Man
Kapurthala consumer commission directs Air India Express to refund ticket and pay Rs 15,000 compensation after passenger was denied boarding to Dubai despite valid documents.
Punjab Expands Military Training with New Institutes
Punjab announces new Armed Forces Preparatory Institutes in Hoshiarpur and Cheema to boost youth recruitment into the military, featuring short courses and co-educational programs.
Haryana Cancels 12 Lakh BPL Cards, Sparks Political Debate
Haryana cancels over 12 lakh BPL cards, citing ineligible beneficiaries and improved incomes. The Congress alleges political motives, while the government defends the move as a streamlining effort.
Delhi LPG Chaos: Queues, Black Market, Police Deployed
Residents in Old Delhi scramble for LPG cylinders as online booking fails, police deployed to manage crowds, and allegations of black market sales emerge, causing widespread distress.
Madras HC Rejects Auroville Resident's Plea on Land Use
The Madras High Court dismissed a plea by a permissive resident challenging the Auroville Foundation's decision to use 18.37 acres for housing, ruling that residents lack legal rights over the land.
Gujarat Police Shoot Accused in GujCTOC Case During Escape Bid
Sukhlal Dangi, a 37-year-old accused in a Gujarat Control of Terrorism and Organised Crime Act case, was shot by police after allegedly trying to escape custody near Shamlaji. He sustained a gunshot wound to the arm and is under treatment at Himmatnagar C
Gujarat Extends Canal Irrigation Water Supply Until April 30
Gujarat's water resources minister announces canal water for irrigation will be available until April 30, addressing delayed rabi crop harvest due to extended monsoon and unseasonal rains.
Madurai Reviews LPG Supply for Public and Institutions
Madurai district collector K J Praveen Kumar chaired a meeting with oil companies and officials to ensure uninterrupted LPG cylinder distribution for domestic and commercial use, prioritizing public access and institutional needs.
Six Police Suspended Over Custodial Death in Tamil Nadu
Six police personnel have been suspended in connection with the custodial death of Akash in Manamadurai, Sivaganga. The Madras High Court has reserved orders on a plea seeking a murder case registration.
Mann Redefines 'Jugad' as Innovation at Punjab Summit
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann and industrialists reframe 'jugad' from makeshift fix to key innovation driver at Progressive Punjab Investors' Summit 2026, highlighting state's entrepreneurial spirit.
Punjab Secures Rs 10,000 Crore Investments at Summit
The Progressive Punjab Investors' Summit 2026 began in Mohali with over Rs 10,000 crore in commitments from major firms like Tata Steel and JSW, aiming to boost industrial growth and employment.
Chennai Gang Rape: Three Workers Arrested After Shop Assault
A 42-year-old woman was gang-raped by three men in Gummidipoondi, Chennai. Police arrested the suspects within hours after the brutal attack at her shop.
Gujarat HC Acquits Man in SC/ST Case After Settlement
The Gujarat High Court acquitted a man convicted under IPC and SC/ST Atrocities Act for assaulting a couple, allowing a settlement with their son after the victims died during the appeal's pendency.
Hyderabad Fuel Shortage Hits 200,000 Auto and Taxi Drivers
The ongoing LPG and CNG shortage in Hyderabad has severely impacted over 200,000 auto-rickshaws and cabs, disrupting inter-city travel and threatening the livelihoods of thousands of drivers who face long queues and lost earnings.
Kanimozhi Meets Murdered Girl's Family, HC Hears PIL
Tuticorin MP K Kanimozhi visited the family of a Class XII girl murdered near Vilathikulam, promising stringent action. Meanwhile, the Madras High Court heard a PIL seeking CBI probe and compensation.
Karnataka HC Notice to State on Bidar Vet University Land Transfer
The Karnataka High Court has issued a notice to the state government regarding the controversial land transfer involving Bidar Veterinary University. The case raises questions over legal procedures and land use policies in Karnataka.
Mumbai Mayor Orders Digital Boards at Desilting Sites
Mumbai Mayor Ritu Tawde has mandated digital displays at nullah desilting sites to show work details, contractor info, and engineer contacts, aiming for full transparency before monsoon.
VB-GRAMG Scheme Launched in Gujarat, Congress Seeks Wage Hike
Gujarat minister Rushikesh Patel announced the VB-GRAMG scheme, guaranteeing 125 days of rural employment annually. Congress MLA Jignesh Mevani demands wage increase to Rs 400/day and CBI probe into MNREGA irregularities.
Yavatmal Raid Seizes 40 LPG Cylinders from Hoarder
A joint team in Yavatmal seized 40 LPG cylinders from a Pusad house, arresting Arif Mohammad Kachchi for black market sales amid district shortages, following collector Vikas Meena's directives.
Man Arrested After 18 Years in Vadodara Kidnapping Case
Vadodara Crime Branch arrested a 55-year-old man nearly two decades after he allegedly kidnapped a minor girl. Police tracked him to Vasai where he worked as a security guard.
Nagpur Raids Seize 110 LPG Cylinders in Black Marketing Crackdown
Food and Civil Supplies Department conducted raids across Nagpur division, seizing 110 domestic LPG cylinders worth ₹1 lakh and arresting one person to curb black marketing amid shortage rumors.
Ahmedabad AMTS Bus Catches Fire at Paldi-Mahalaxmi Crossroads
An AMTS bus caught fire early Friday morning near Paldi-Mahalaxmi Crossroads in Ahmedabad. The driver and conductor evacuated passengers safely, and the fire was controlled with no casualties reported.
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