ECI Clarifies EPIC Card Rules for Elections

The Election Commission of India has clarified that minor clerical errors on EPIC cards should be disregarded if voter identity is established. Alternative documents like Aadhaar and passport are also accepted for polling.

Bombay HC Censures FRRO Over US National's Exit Permit Delay

The Bombay High Court has reprimanded the Foreigners Regional Registration Office for refusing to process the exit permit of US national James Watson, who faces religious conversion charges, despite a sessions court order. Justice N J Jamadar emphasized t

Goa's Illegal Borewell Crisis: 224 Cases Since 2022

Goa's Water Resources Department has identified 224 illegal borewells from 2022 to date, with Chimbel accounting for 49 cases. The number has nearly doubled since 2020-24, prompting fines and power disconnections.

Tamil Nadu Elections 2026: Key Figures in Assembly Battle

As Tamil Nadu gears up for the 2026 Assembly elections, political heavyweights from DMK, AIADMK, BJP, and emerging parties are set to clash. This comprehensive analysis highlights the main contenders shaping the electoral landscape.

Gaya Brick Kiln Exposes 30-Year Bonded Labor Scandal

The rescue of 62 bonded laborers from a Gaya brick kiln reveals systemic failures as local officials failed to detect the practice for decades, raising questions about accountability across 450 kilns in the district.

Surat Man Booked for Abetment to Suicide Over Blackmail

A man in Surat has been booked for abetment to suicide after a married woman died by suicide allegedly due to his blackmail threats involving intimate photos. The accused, her former boyfriend, pressured her after she refused to continue the relationship.

Madhubani Deploys 864 Officers for Eid Security

Madhubani district administration deploys 864 magistrates and police officers at 432 sensitive locations for Eid celebrations. A 24x7 control room, cyber monitoring, and emergency forces are on standby to ensure law and order.

Two LPG Cylinder Thefts Reported in Jalandhar

Two separate incidents of LPG cylinder theft have been reported in Jalandhar, with one case involving stolen cylinders from Raja Garden Colony and another where thieves were caught at Bhargo Camp.

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