Odisha Bandh Over Paddy Procurement Issues Disrupts Life

Normal life was partially disrupted across Odisha as farmers' outfit NKS called a bandh over alleged irregularities in paddy procurement, with Congress support. Protesters staged road blockades, affecting traffic and forcing closures.

Odisha ASI Sentenced to 3 Years in Bribery Case

A special vigilance court in Phulbani sentenced an assistant sub-inspector to three years of rigorous imprisonment and a Rs 20,000 fine for accepting a bribe of Rs 8,000 while serving in Boudh district.

Agra Dowry Death: Remains Exhumed After 40 Days

In Agra's Aligarh district, remains of 25-year-old Shabnam exhumed 40 days after death in suspected dowry death case. Father alleges murder for dowry, police register case against husband and family members.

Koppal Police Seek Help to Find 5 Missing Persons

Koppal police have issued a public notification seeking assistance in tracing five missing persons - three women and two minor boys - from different parts of the district, with possible abduction suspected in one case.

ULP Wins Lai Council Chairperson Election in Mizoram

The United Legislature Party (ULP) alliance of MNF and Congress has moved closer to forming the executive committee in Lai Autonomous District Council with the election of Congress leader C Lalmuanthanga as chairperson.

Jaishankar to Visit US Next Week for Strategic Talks

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar will travel to the United States next week for high-level diplomatic engagements aimed at bolstering the India-US strategic partnership and addressing global challenges.

AIADMK Promises Madurai Metro Rail After Palaniswami's Return

Deputy opposition leader R B Udhayakumar pledges Madurai Metro Rail implementation if AIADMK regains power, highlighting five key poll promises including Kula Vilakku Thittam and criticizing DMK's discontinuation of welfare schemes.

Vijayan Clarifies Malayalam Bill Amid Karnataka Concerns

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan addresses Karnataka's concerns about the Malayalam language bill, stating it offers linguistic minorities an option to study Malayalam alongside their mother tongue in schools.

NCB Raids Mysuru Phenyl Unit, No Drugs Found

Narcotics Control Bureau officers from Delhi raided a phenyl manufacturing unit in Mysuru's Hebbal industrial area as part of a drug case investigation. Police confirmed no banned substances were seized, only detergent-related materials.

Udupi Police Meet Boat Owners After Malpe Capsizing

Coastal Security Police in Udupi held a crucial meeting with 40 water sports and tourist boat owners, emphasizing strict compliance with safety regulations following a fatal capsizing incident near Malpe coast.

Karnataka's Oldest Freedom Fighter Dies at 105

Hulikal Nagabhushan Rao, Karnataka's oldest freedom fighter, passed away at 105 in Bengaluru. A veteran of the independence movement, he was honored by the Governor and actively opposed British rule.

Karnataka Recruits 15 Veterinarians, Addresses Wildlife Issues

Karnataka Forest Minister Eshwar B Khandre announced direct recruitment of 15 veterinarians, addressing BJP's criticism of vacant zoo posts. He also detailed progress on Shettihalli sanctuary denotification and Sharavathi compensation.

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