A special Pocso court in Belagavi has sentenced Dhareppa alias Dheeraj Angat Khanase to 40 years of rigorous imprisonment for sexually assaulting a minor girl with physical and intellectual disabilities. The court also ordered Rs 6 lakh compensation for t
Chamarajanagar MP Sunil Bose has requested CM Siddaramaiah to include a Rs 490 crore water project in the state budget to tackle severe drinking water shortages and groundwater depletion in Hanur taluk, benefiting nine gram panchayats.
The Belagavi City Corporation has decided to deposit Rs 3 crore in court to comply with a district court order in its ongoing arbitration dispute with Hayagreeva Company over development works from 2008.
Deputy Commissioner G Lakshmikanth Reddy in Mysuru has mandated strict adherence to the SC/ST Sub-Plan Act, ensuring funds benefit only eligible communities. He addressed misuse complaints and ordered investigations into irregularities.
A tragic accident near YSR Junction in Andhra Pradesh claimed five lives from a Bengaluru family en route to Tirumala. Police suspect high speed as the car crashed into a truck, dragging it 40-50 meters.
Mizoram Home Minister K Sapdanga reports over 3.36 lakh ILPs issued to Indian visitors from 2024-25 to Feb 2026, generating Rs 15.12 crore in revenue. Assam leads in applicants, with 1,117 deportations for permit violations.
Mandya ZP CEO KR Nandini directs officials to achieve 100% tax collection by March 15, with disciplinary action for failures. She praises Pandavapura taluk's model performance and reviews MGNREGA implementation.
Leaders of Manipur's National People's Party paid tributes to founder PA Sangma, celebrating his legacy of transforming a regional movement into a national political force with inclusive ideals.
The Manipur government has distributed key portfolios among Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh, his two deputies, and two ministers under Rule 6(1) of the Rules of Business. The move comes a month after the council of ministers was sworn in, following
Police in Mizoram seized 68 grams of heroin and 5.935 kg of methamphetamine worth Rs 4.88 crore near Champhai, arresting three including two Myanmar nationals in a major drug bust.
Aadhaar cards discovered scattered along a riverbank in Karnataka's Mangaluru region, prompting Speaker UT Khader to demand a thorough investigation into the incident.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian emphasized respect for Arab sovereignty while defending recent actions as necessary responses to external threats.
Union Minister Giriraj Singh has dismissed speculation about Bihar CM Nitish Kumar's Rajya Sabha aspirations, calling it a 'Holi prank'. However, JD(U) leader Vijay Kumar Chaudhary stated the CM will decide.
A government-appointed committee in Karnataka has submitted its detailed report on the criteria for declaring Tulu as the state's second official language, following a study of Andhra Pradesh's Urdu language model.
Farmers in Veerappampalayam village, Namakkal, face another summer of water shortage as a promised reservoir project remains unfunded despite a ceremonial puja in March 2025. Officials cite lack of ₹60 lakh allocation.
The Madiga community in Karnataka is intensifying protests over internal reservation, threatening Congress's prospects in upcoming bypolls. With BJP seizing the opportunity, the Siddaramaiah government faces mounting pressure to clarify its stance.
Karnataka State Pollution Control Board issues showcause notices to 17 industrial units, mostly in Kolar district, and initiates closure proceedings against a vegetable processing unit near Bengaluru airport due to lead contamination and environmental vio
As Karnataka approaches the new fiscal year, its finances show sluggish revenue growth and increasing reliance on borrowing. State liabilities may exceed Rs 7.6 lakh crore, with borrowing set to bridge revenue shortfalls.
Central Railway facilitated Holi travel with 862 special trains, transporting 24 lakh passengers in four days, including 7 lakh from Mumbai, with high occupancy rates.
A violent clash at Malpe Beach in Udupi left three youths injured, including a local BJP leader, after an alleged stabbing by a group armed with a knife. Police have arrested four suspects and a minor in connection with the attack.
District Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao emphasizes protecting Mangaluru from a drinking water crisis during peak summer, citing harsh forecasts and delayed monsoon onset.
Kerala's State Board for Wildlife plans to propose a new chapter in the Wildlife Protection Act 1972 to address human-wildlife conflict, including compensation and habitat management.
US Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asian Affairs Paul Kapur met with Bangladesh Foreign Minister Hasan Mahmud in Dhaka to discuss bilateral relations, regional security, and economic cooperation.
Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara announces government intervention into alleged irregularities in KPSC recruitment exams, following complaints of favoritism and corruption.
Deputy Mayor T Nagarajan led a clean-up drive at Madurai Corporation Eco Park after complaints from the Walkers' Association. The initiative includes deploying staff, repairing facilities, and installing borewells to address maintenance issues.
Mumbai's 17 civic ward committees will elect chairpersons over three days, with BJP expected to lead nearly half. These panels handle local works up to Rs 5 lakh, crucial for daily administration.
Major updates from Noida include concerns over Indian sailors detained in Iran, a violent attack on a YouTuber, and a builder clearing ₹106 crore dues. Stay informed with civic, traffic, and administrative developments.
Police Commissioner N Shashikumar issues a dry order in Hubballi-Dharwad from March 3 to 7, banning liquor sale and consumption to ensure public safety during Holi festivities under Karnataka laws.
Russia warns of radiological risks from strikes on Iran's nuclear sites, calls US and Israel reckless, demands ceasefire and UN-led diplomacy amid escalating conflict.
Key updates from Indore include a 7-month pregnant minor case, market volatility from Iran tensions, and delegates stranded in Dubai. Stay informed on civic, traffic, weather, and political developments.