Complete Guide to Apply for Indian Passport in 2025
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NGT Orders Criminal Case in Bhandara Blast That Killed 9
National Green Tribunal directs criminal proceedings against Munitions India Ltd for safety lapses in the Bhandara factory explosion. Read the full judgment details.
Ahmedabad RPO: 7.6 Lakh Passport Apps in 2025
Ahmedabad's Regional Passport Office processed 7.6 lakh applications in 2025, approving 7.4 lakh. Discover the impact of new e-passports, pendency drives, and outreach programs.
Madurai Passport Office Processes 2.97 Lakh Apps in 2025
Madurai's Regional Passport Office processed a record 2,97,689 applications in 2025, issuing over 1.77 lakh e-passports. Mobile van services and campus camps boosted accessibility. Read more.
Bomb Threat at Bengaluru Passport Office Declared Hoax
Bengaluru police conducted thorough searches at Koramangala and Lalbagh Road Passport Seva Kendras after a bomb threat email. Authorities have confirmed the threat was a hoax. Read for full details and official response.
Sari Sale Rush Causes Near-Stampede in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
A social media-promoted sari sale at Rs 599 triggered a dangerous crowd surge in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, leaving three women unconscious. Police registered an FIR for negligence. Read the full details.
Kolhapur Court Sentences 4 to 1 Year Jail for Noise Pollution
A Kolhapur court sentenced four Ganesh mandal officials to one-year imprisonment for violating noise norms in 2016. The magistrate denied probation, citing public interest. Read the full details.
Nagpur: Two arrested for illegal arms, threatening videos
Wadi police in Nagpur arrested two men for illegal firearm possession and circulating threatening videos. The accused have been charged under the Arms Act and Maharashtra Police Act. Read the full details.
Song Mino Faces Jail for Military Service Violations
WINNER's Song Mino indicted for violating Military Service Act. Could face up to 3 years in prison for multiple unauthorized absences. Read the full story for details.
Nagpur NMC seals 4 restaurants for fire safety lapses
Nagpur Municipal Corporation cracks down on restaurants violating fire safety norms, sealing popular spots like Rasta Rooftop. Read about the High Court-driven action and safety mandates.
ECR Drive: 1,032 Arrested for Alarm Chain Pulling in Dec
East Central Railway's 'Samay Palan' & 'Mahila Suraksha' drives in Dec saw 1,032 arrests for illegal alarm chain pulling & 2,629 penalised for unauthorised travel in women's coaches. Read details.
Govt notice to X over Grok AI misuse, seeks report in 72 hrs
Indian IT Ministry issues notice to Elon Musk's X over Grok AI misuse for obscene content. Platform given 72 hours to submit action report or face legal consequences. Read details.
Nagpur: 12-Year-Old Boy Chained by Parents for 2 Months
A 12-year-old boy in Nagpur was rescued after being chained for two months by his parents. The case highlights severe child rights violations. Read the full story.
Kolkata Passport Adalats: 6 Dates in Jan for 800 Applicants Daily
Kolkata's Regional Passport Office schedules six special adalats in January to fast-track long-pending passport applications. Book your slot now to avoid delays.
Serious Lapses by Belagavi Police in POCSO Case
An official inquiry exposes serious lapses by Belagavi police in handling a POCSO case. Disciplinary action initiated against three officers. Read the full report.
Govt warns X over Grok AI's explicit content, demands action
MeitY issues notice to Elon Musk's X over Grok AI generating sexually explicit content. Platform given 72 hours to comply or face legal action. Breaking news details.
SC: Passport can't be denied due to pending criminal cases
Supreme Court rules passport authorities cannot deny renewal to an accused if courts allow it. Landmark judgment upholds right to life and liberty under Article 21. Details inside.
Illegal fertiliser unit busted in Amethi college campus
A joint raid in Amethi exposed an illegal fertiliser and insecticide repacking unit operating from a college room. FIR filed for violations of FCO, Insecticides Act. Details inside.
Afghan national arrested at Chandigarh airport for fake passport
Immigration officials at Chandigarh airport thwarted an attempt by an Afghan national to fly to Abu Dhabi using a forged Indian passport. Police are probing a larger network.
445 Drunk Driving Cases in Jaipur on New Year's Eve
Jaipur police conducted a massive New Year's eve crackdown, registering 445 drunk driving cases and seizing 84 vehicles. Read the full zone-wise breakdown and enforcement details.
Rats devour ganja samples, 5 acquitted in Mumbai drug case
A Mumbai court acquitted five alleged drug traffickers after prosecution's ganja samples were eaten by rats. Judge cites procedural lapses & lack of evidence. Read the shocking details.
SC's 2026 Docket: Religion, Citizenship, Liberty Cases
The Supreme Court shifts focus from 2025's off-court controversies to a pivotal 2026 calendar packed with landmark cases on religious freedom, citizenship laws, and fundamental rights. Explore the key legal battles ahead.
Goa Fire Probe Finds Illegal Club, Collusion by Authorities
Magisterial inquiry reveals the Goa nightclub where 25 died was built illegally on a salt pan, operated with forged permits, pointing to systemic failure and official collusion. Read the shocking details.
Mehsana man held at IGIA for fake passport, illegal US stay
A 30-year-old from Mehsana was arrested at Delhi's IGIA for returning from the US using a forged passport. The case highlights new immigration fraud trends amid US enforcement. Read the full investigation details.
Illegal Child Care Centre Exposed in Chennai, 21 Rescued
A routine check on East Coast Road led to the discovery of an illegal child care centre in Chennai. Officials found 21 children in confined rooms without mandatory surveillance. The centre has been sealed.
MahaRail Criticised by CIC for Failing RTI Response
Maharashtra's CIC reprimands MahaRail for not responding to ex-MLA's RTI queries, calling it a serious violation. The commission orders disclosure of info and systemic reforms.
7 Nigerians Held in Delhi for Overstaying Visas
Delhi Police arrest seven Nigerian nationals for overstaying their visas. The individuals were apprehended in the Dwarka area following a verification drive. Read the full details of the case.
Amritsar man arrested for showing illegal gun on social media
Amritsar police arrest a man for posting videos with an illegal pistol on social media. The accused, identified as Lovepreet Singh, faces serious charges under the Arms Act. Read more.
UP man arrested for stalking ex in ladies' coach in Navi Mumbai
A 25-year-old man from Uttar Pradesh was arrested by Panvel GRP for stalking his ex-girlfriend in a ladies' coach. The incident highlights stalking risks under BNS. Read the full details.
DRI busts Rs 4 crore smuggling racket at Mumbai airport
DRI arrests six, seizes 186 iPhones & Pakistani cosmetics worth Rs 4 crore at Mumbai airport. Syndicate busted based on specific intelligence from Dubai. Read the full investigation details.
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