Punjab CM Opposes Rural Courts, Forms Legal Panel
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann signals opposition to Centre's gram nyayalaya push, citing impracticality and legal community concerns. Announces committee to examine issue.
Category : State Politics
Governor Kataria Leads Anti-Drug March in Fazilka
Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria led a massive anti-drug foot march in Fazilka, emphasizing that fighting drugs is a shared responsibility to restore the state's vibrant identity as 'Rangla Punjab'.
Siddaramaiah Loses Cool Over Power-Sharing Question
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah angrily dismissed repeated questions about power-sharing with DK Shivakumar, stating the Congress high command will decide the matter.
Chandigarh Water Crisis and Cattle Deaths Spark Political Clash
Opposition councillors in Chandigarh protested during the monthly House meeting over contaminated water in Mauli Jagran, irregular supply in villages, and recent cattle deaths, targeting the BJP-ruled Municipal Corporation.
SAD, BJP Slam AAP Over Moga Firing on Migrant Labourers
Shiromani Akali Dal president Sukhbir Singh Badal and Punjab BJP chief Sunil Jakhar condemn the Moga firing on migrant workers, accusing the AAP government of destabilizing Punjab.
Indore: Export Recovery, Crime, Exam Chaos & Probe
Indore faces a mixed day with export sector revival, a spree of criminal activities, examination disruptions, and a welfare scheme investigation. Key civic, traffic, and administrative updates from the city.
Naidu: Health & Education Cities for Amaravati, Cabinet Approves Projects
Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu confirms Amaravati will host Union budget's health and education cities. Cabinet approves Rs 12,000 crore Jal Jeevan Mission funding, AI labs, solar projects, and land amendments.
YSRCP Walks Out of Andhra Assembly Over Opposition Status Row
YSRCP legislators led by YS Jagan Mohan Reddy staged a dramatic walkout from the Andhra Pradesh assembly during the governor's address, demanding principal opposition status to raise public issues effectively.
YSRCP MLA Criticizes Governor's Address as 'False Narratives'
YSRCP legislator Tatiparthi Chandrasekhar alleges the governor's assembly address contained baseless claims and misleading figures, failing to address public concerns while criticizing the ruling coalition's governance.
AP Ministers Get Threat Letters in Maoist Name, Police Investigate
Four Andhra Pradesh ministers received threatening letters allegedly from Maoist groups, causing concern among their families. Police have launched an investigation to determine the authenticity and origin of the suspicious correspondence.
AP Assembly Budget Session Schedule and Key Events Detailed
The Andhra Pradesh assembly budget session is set to run until March 11, with the Business Advisory Committee finalizing a 17-day schedule. Finance Minister P Keshav will present the budget on February 14, followed by debates and legislative activities.
Andhra Assembly Adopts Biometric Attendance System
Andhra Pradesh Assembly Speaker Ch Ayyanna Patrudu introduces a fully digital attendance system with biometric and facial recognition to ensure legislators' presence during proceedings.
Naidu Directs Ministers on Assembly Conduct and MLA Reviews
Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu instructed ministers to prepare thoroughly for Assembly sessions, address the Srisailam temple queue incident, and announced performance reviews for MLAs during the Andhra Pradesh legislative meeting.
Punjab CM Reviews Arrangements for Progressive Punjab Investment Summit
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann chaired a meeting to review arrangements for the upcoming Progressive Punjab Investment Summit in Mohali, aiming to boost industrial development in the state.
Goa Minister Acquitted in Rape Case After 10-Year Ordeal
Revenue Minister Atanasio 'Babush' Monserrate expresses faith in judiciary after being cleared of rape allegations, describing a decade of suffering during the legal process.
250+ Structures Face Demolition in Bihar's Nawada
In Bihar's Nawada district, more than 250 shops and houses in Rajauli block are under threat of demolition for encroaching on public land. The administration has set a February 17 deadline for voluntary removal, with non-compliance leading to bulldozing a
Uttarakhand Cabinet Approves Anti-Narcotics Posts, Salary Hike
Uttarakhand cabinet approves creation of 22 posts for Anti-Narcotics Task Force, minimum salary of Rs 18,000 for 589 forest workers, and new ESI medical service rules.
BJP's Raju Pushes for Amritsar Inclusion in CER Scheme
Punjab BJP general secretary Jagmohan Singh Raju has written to Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, requesting priority inclusion of Amritsar under the City Economic Region scheme to boost tourism, MSMEs, and global trade opportunities.
UP Budget 2026-27: Major Push for Braj Region Development
Uttar Pradesh's 2026-27 budget allocates significant funds for Braj region development, including tourism projects in Agra, Mathura-Vrindavan, healthcare upgrades, and infrastructure improvements.
Dehradun's Rajpur Road Gridlock Worsens with Commercial Surge
Dehradun's Rajpur Road, a key arterial route, suffers from near-permanent traffic congestion due to rapid commercialization, vehicle surge, and poor inter-agency coordination, spilling chaos onto Mussoorie Road.
AIMIM Leader's 'Two Dozen Children' Remark Sparks Controversy
AIMIM's UP chief Shaukat Ali urges Muslims to have more children with 'Hum do, hamare do darjan' slogan, drawing sharp criticism from rivals and sparking social media debate.
Saharsa Mayor, Aide, Wife Face FIR for Fund Misuse
Patna's UDHD orders FIR against Saharsa mayor Bain Priya, her secretary Rajiv Kumar, and his wife for alleged Rs 50 lakh monthly fund diversion in street-lighting contracts, following a committee report.
Bihar Plans Celebrity-Led Anti-Drug Drive as Child Abuse Rises
Bihar's cabinet minister Ashok Choudhary announced the government is considering involving celebrities who have overcome drug addiction to raise awareness. This comes amid legislative concerns about rising substance abuse among children aged 8-14.
Assam Bridge Collapse Injures Four, Damages Vehicles
A Bailey bridge over Singla river in Assam's Sribhumi district collapsed, injuring four pedestrians and damaging five vehicles. The incident disrupted connectivity during crucial HSLC and HS examinations.
Assam Electoral Roll: Youth and Senior Voter Percentages Detailed
Assam's final electoral roll shows 4.6% of voters aged 18-19 and 0.8% aged 85+, with over 2.49 crore total voters after deletions. CEO Anurag Goel highlights transparent revision processes.
Ranchi Civic Polls: Vendors' Displacement Key Issue
Ranchi's anti-encroachment drive has turned displaced roadside vendors into a decisive voter bloc, forcing municipal election candidates to address rehabilitation demands during door-to-door campaigning ahead of the February 23 polls.
Bihar Speaker to Review Rural Drinking Water Scheme Problems
Bihar Assembly Speaker Prem Kumar announced he will personally hold a review meeting to address issues in the CM rural drinking water scheme, following concerns raised by MLAs about broken pipes and non-payment of bills.
Margao Bandhara Project Protest Enters Day 2
The sit-in protest at Mirabag village against the proposed 50 MLD bandhara project continues for a second day, with villagers demanding its cancellation and political leaders offering support. Officials have been directed to hold a public presentation.
ECI to Visit Assam for Poll Review, Dates Expected Soon
The Election Commission of India's full commission will visit Assam on February 17-18 to review poll preparations. Dates for the upcoming elections are expected to be announced after this visit, potentially by late February or early March.
Ranchi Demolition Drive Sparks Protests Over Tribal Land
Tension escalated in Ranchi's Jay Prakash Nagar as residents protested the demolition of 11 houses on tribal land, following a Jharkhand High Court order. Locals claim decades-long residence and allege deception by the landowner.
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