Man dies in Kollam fire while clearing scrubland
A 55-year-old man tragically died after being engulfed by flames while setting fire to dry leaves in Kollam's Kavanad. Read the full details of the incident and ongoing investigation.
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SC Limits Preventive Detention, Quashes Hyderabad Woman's Order
Supreme Court rules preventive detention cannot be used merely to prolong custody if bail is feared. Details on the landmark judgment quashing a Hyderabad NDPS case detention.
Hingoli cracks down on child marriage, makes service providers liable
Hingoli district collector Rahul Gupta mandates priests, caterers, and all wedding service providers to verify age, holding them liable as co-accused for facilitating child marriages. Read the strict new directives.
Trichy Hospital Suspended Over 5 Maternal Deaths
A private hospital in Trichy faces temporary suspension after an inquiry into five maternal deaths since 2021 revealed severe lapses in care and infrastructure. Read the shocking details.
Berhampur Corporators Seek Funds, Manpower for Development
Berhampur Municipality corporators, led by Mayor Sanghamitra Dalei, petition Governor Hari Babu Kambhampati for urgent funds and 100 outsourced staff to resume stalled development works in the city.
HC to frame charges in Karthigai Deepam contempt case
Madras High Court warns of framing charges against officials for failing to light Karthigai Deepam at Thiruparankundram hill. Next hearing on February 6. Read the full details.
Coimbatore Holds Mock Polls, Tests EVMs & VVPATs
Coimbatore begins a two-day mock polling exercise to test EVMs and VVPATs ahead of elections. The process is being monitored by district officials and political party representatives. Read more.
Bopdev Ghat Road Shut for Pune Grand Tour Preparations
Key Pune roads, including Bopdev Ghat, are closed for upgrades ahead of the UCI 2.2 Pune Grand Tour cycling race from Jan 19-23. Know the diversions.
Indore Collector's RSS Visit Draws Flak, Congress Protests
Indore Collector Ashish Singh faces criticism for visiting RSS office during work hours. Congress alleges misuse of power, demands action. Read the full controversy.
Indore Row: Collector, Mayor Attend RSS Meet After Water Deaths
A political controversy erupts in Indore as the Collector and Mayor attend a meeting at the RSS office following water contamination deaths. Congress questions impartiality, BJP calls it a courtesy call. Details inside.
Bhilwara schools closed Jan 9-10 for Classes 1-5 due to cold
Bhilwara district administration orders a two-day holiday for primary students on Jan 9 & 10 due to intense cold wave and fog. Collector warns of strict action against violators. Read for details.
Indore Row: Collector, Mayor Attend RSS Meet After Deaths
Indore Collector & Mayor's meeting at RSS office after water contamination deaths triggers political storm. Congress questions impartiality, BJP calls it courtesy. Details inside.
Hemophilia Patients in Kerala Denied Home Medication
Kerala's health department informs SHRC that a program to distribute life-saving hemophilia drugs at home lacks government approval, leaving over 120 patients in Kollam vulnerable.
Serious Hospital Lapses Caused Patient Death: Kerala Report
An expert committee finds severe negligence across three Kerala hospitals led to a patient's death. The report highlights diagnostic delays, staff shortages, and ICU admission failures. Read the shocking details.
HC Orders Permission for Bhapur Mahotsav After Date Revision
Orissa High Court directs Nayagarh collector to grant permission for Bhapur Mahotsav within 2 days after organizers agree to revise festival dates. Get the full legal details.
Kerala forms Ashtamudi Wetland Management Unit
Kerala govt constitutes 30-member Ashtamudi Wetland Management Unit as per HC directive. Kollam collector to chair. Court adjourns contempt plea to Jan 22.
Kerala: Lover, friend held for staged accident to woo woman
Kerala police arrest a man and his friend for attempting murder by staging a road accident to gain sympathy and win over a woman. Shocking details of the conspiracy revealed.
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.
District Collector J. Sonal Crowned King in Siddhila
Jagatsinghpur Collector J. Sonal was crowned king at the historic Baladevjew temple in the 'Puspaveseka' ceremony, upholding a unique post-independence tradition. Witness the royal procession and ancient rituals.
Patidar community supports IAS officer Rajendrakumar Patel
Patidar community members rally in Mandal, alleging IAS officer Rajendrakumar Patel is unfairly targeted in a corruption case. They demand unbiased government action and new laws.
Dhule officials visit abandoned newborn girl in hospital
Dhule Collector and SP visited a 4-day-old abandoned girl at Civil Hospital on Savitribai Phule's birth anniversary. Police have registered a case and are searching for the mother.
12 Officials Barred for Lateness at Rayagada Public Meeting
Rayagada Collector Ashutosh Kulkarni enforced strict punctuality by barring 12 late officials from a public grievance meeting. Read about the disciplinary action and its message on governance.
Chitra Iyer's Tribute to Sister After Oman Trekking Tragedy
Playback singer Chitra Iyer mourns sister Sharada, who died trekking in Oman. A poignant social media post reveals their unique bond. Read the emotional story.
Gujarat IAS officer suspended after ED arrest in bribery case
Gujarat government suspends IAS officer Rajendrakumar Patel following his arrest by the ED in a money laundering and bribery racket linked to land-use changes in Surendranagar. Read the full details.
Fire damages 200+ vehicles at Kerala pay parking lot
A major fire erupted at a pay-and-park facility in Kerala's Kollam, destroying over 200 two-wheelers. The incident occurred late Monday night, with investigations ongoing. Read more.
Gujarat IAS Officer Suspended in ED Bribery Case
Gujarat govt suspends Surendranagar collector Rajendrakumar Patel after ED arrest in alleged land-use change bribery racket. Details on the scandal and custody inside.
IAS officer fixed bribe rates, took 50% share: ED
ED reveals in court that Gujarat IAS officer, as a district collector, had fixed rates for bribes and took a 50% share. The officer faces serious corruption charges. Read the full investigation details.
Indore Water Crisis: 6 Dead, 149 in Hospital
A severe water contamination crisis in Indore's Bhagirathpura has killed 6 and hospitalized 149. Officials suspect sewage seepage from a police toilet. Read for details and official response.
Munni Returns as Collector, Confronts Ritik's Past
Ritik is stunned to find his old friend Munni as the Collector. As past wounds resurface, power plant plans and family tensions unfold. Read the full drama.
Collector stops salary of cop for releasing seized sand trucks
Jagatsinghpur collector J Sonal stops Tirtol IIC's salary for allegedly releasing seized sand-laden vehicles in violation of HC order. Read the full details of the misuse of power case.
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