3 Indians Held in Sri Lanka with 50 kg Cannabis
Sri Lankan authorities arrest three Indian nationals at Bandaranaike Airport with 50 kg of cannabis valued at LKR 500 million. Major drug bust highlights cross-border smuggling efforts.
Category : Politics
China Criticizes US Pressure on Venezuela, South America
China accuses the US of acting like the 'world's police or judge' for pressuring Venezuela and other South American nations. Read the full diplomatic clash details.
Gangster in AAP Sarpanch Murder Case Killed in Encounter
Tarn Taran police eliminate gangster Sukhpreet Singh, alias Budda, linked to the murder of AAP sarpanch Dalbir Singh. The encounter occurred in Sarhali Kalan village. Read the full details.
Former MP faces voter identity hearing in Bengal SIR process
Ex-Lok Sabha MP Tarun Mandal summoned for voter identity hearing in Bengal's SIR process. He criticises the ordeal, questioning Digital India's promise. Read more.
Venezuela's President Rodriguez visited Sathya Sai Ashram
Venezuela's interim president Delcy Eloina Rodriguez, like predecessor Maduro, is a devotee of Sathya Sai Baba. Her visits to Puttaparthi ashram highlight a spiritual connection amid political turbulence. Discover the details.
PETA India Challenges SC on Stray Dog, Cow Round-Ups
PETA India urges Supreme Court to reject cruel stray animal warehousing, advocates for humane Animal Birth Control Rules 2023. Read their expert roadmap for coexistence.
Omar Abdullah slams BJP's separate Jammu state demand
J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah criticises BJP leader's call for a separate Jammu state, alleging BJP 'ruined' Ladakh and is now targeting Jammu. Read the full political controversy.
SC: Wealth alone can't question law's validity, upholds PMLA
The Supreme Court ruled that financial status alone cannot entitle individuals to challenge a law's validity. The bench dismissed a plea against PMLA provisions. Read the full judgment details.
EC Waives Minor Discrepancies for 41.5 Lakh Bengal Voters
The Election Commission has provided relief to over 41.5 lakh voters in West Bengal after re-verifying minor mismatches in electoral records. Notices will be sent to 94.5 lakh voters for further scrutiny. Read the full details.
Thane Man Gets 20 Years for Assault Under POCSO Act
Thane court sentences 'Samosawala Uncle' to 20 years rigorous imprisonment for sexually assaulting a 10-year-old. Landmark POCSO verdict sends strong message. Read the full details.
Mumbai Civic Polls: 8 Candidates Move HC Over Nomination
Eight candidates, including from MNS and Congress, petition Bombay High Court alleging their nominations for Jan 15 Mumbai civic election were not accepted. They seek urgent hearing.
PIL Filed to Evict AKG Centre from University Land
A PIL in Kerala HC seeks eviction of CPM-linked AKG Centre from university land, alleging illegal occupation & misuse. Justice directs registry to treat plea as PIL.
SC Upholds Right to Speedy Trial, Grants Bail in Economic Offence
The Supreme Court has ruled that the right to a speedy trial is fundamental and cannot be ignored due to an offence's severity. The court granted bail, stating economic offences are not a homogeneous class for blanket bail denial. Read the full analysis.
Punjab vs Himachal: Row over Rs 500 Cr BBMB Levy
Punjab's AAP minister Barinder Goyal accuses Himachal's Congress govt of imposing an illegal Rs 500 crore burden on BBMB. Calls it a conspiracy against Punjab's interests. Details inside.
AAP Protests Delhi Pollution, Accuses BJP of Evading Discussion
AAP staged a protest at the Delhi Assembly over critical air pollution levels. Atishi accused BJP of avoiding accountability as AQI hits 'Poor' to 'Very Poor' categories. Details inside.
EC Directs WB Govt Staff to Declare Single Voter Status
The Election Commission mandates all West Bengal government employees to submit a declaration ensuring they, their spouse, and children are enrolled in only one assembly constituency's electoral roll.
Mumbai's Largest Ward Faces Encroachment, Drug Menace
Mumbai's geographically largest civic ward, P North, housing 8% of city's voters, battles illegal encroachment, land grabbing & drug issues. 139 candidates in fray for crucial BMC polls.
Key accused in Mohali land fraud case using fake GPA arrested
Mohali police arrest prime accused Gurjit Singh for selling land using forged Power of Attorney documents. The gang targeted properties of deceased & NRI owners. Details inside.
Mumbai Court Acquits Man in Rape Case After 10 Years
A Mumbai sessions court acquitted a man accused of raping his daughter-in-law, citing unreliable evidence and a suspicious delay in reporting. The judge highlighted contradictions in testimony and a possible financial motive.
Mumbai: 6, including 4 minors, held for train robbery
Six youngsters, four of them minors, robbed a passenger of Rs 11,000 on a Harbour line train at Dockyard Road. Two adults arrested, minors sent to observation home. Read the full story.
HC Concern Over Police Inaction in Missing Man Case
Kerala High Court expresses deep concern over police failure to trace Suraj Lama, deported from Kuwait. Court grants final chance for forensic report by Jan 12. Read the full story.
HC Ultimatum to Kerala Govt on Ashtamudi Wetland
Kerala High Court warns state govt to issue order for Ashtamudi wetland management committee by Wednesday or face court appearance. Read about the conservation crisis.
EC Defends Power to Remove Foreigners from Voter Lists
The Election Commission asserts its constitutional duty to ensure no foreigners are on electoral rolls. Senior advocate argues before SC that citizenship is foundational for voting rights. Read the full arguments.
5 Arrested in Coimbatore for Peddling LSD Stamps to Students
Saravanampatti police arrested five youths for selling LSD stamps to college students in Coimbatore. Seized 51 stamps worth Rs 1,500-3,000 each. Read the full details of the drug bust.
Darjeeling BDO Stands in Line as Unmapped Voter
A serving Block Development Officer in Darjeeling's Kalimpong district was seen queuing for a voter revision hearing after being flagged as 'unmapped'. The rare incident raises questions about the electoral roll process. Read the full details.
Ex-Union Minister's Son Arrested in Raipur Hit-and-Run
Balwant Singh, son of BJP MLA Renuka Singh, arrested for hit-and-run in Raipur. Victim DJ Tribhuvan Thakur critical. CCTV allegedly failed before incident. Read details.
BEST Bus Driver Solely Responsible for Bhandup Accident: Probe
Police investigation clears predecessor driver & bus mechanism in Bhandup accident that killed 4. Driver Santosh Sawant's custody extended for psychological tests. Read the latest updates.
Congress Alliance Releases Mumbai Civic Poll Manifesto
Congress and RPI faction release BMC election manifesto, pledging to strengthen public health, transport, and fight pollution. Key promises include 24-hour civic hospitals and 5000 MLD water supply.
Thief Stuck in Exhaust Fan During Burglary in Kota, Arrested
A burglar's attempt to steal gold and cash in Kota, Rajasthan, ended in a sticky situation when he got trapped in an exhaust fan window. Police arrested the 22-year-old suspect. Read the full story.
Ambulance stolen in UP, thief caught after getting lost
A man stole an ambulance in Uttar Pradesh's Siddharthnagar but was arrested after losing his way. Police tracked the vehicle using its GPS device. Read the full story.
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