Former Nagpur mayor Maya Chintaman Ivnate has been nominated by BJP for Rajya Sabha elections, becoming the first woman from Vidarbha region to receive this nomination. The move strengthens tribal outreach and regional representation.
BJP leader Navneet Rana responds to Rajya Sabha nomination denial with an emotional social media post, signaling resilience amid political uncertainty and internal party friction.
Chennai's water resources department receives second Krishna water spell into Poondi reservoir, storing 4 tmcft to meet anticipated summer demand as reservoirs are 80% full.
Escalators at Tambaram railway station's foot overbridge rarely function, forcing thousands to climb steep stairs. Officials cite high electricity bills as the cause, with limited operation hours.
Pune traffic police have seized and destroyed 900 modified silencers, fining riders over Rs 30 lakh in a week-long drive to curb noise pollution, especially near exam halls and for seniors.
Police data reveals a decline in Chennai city accidents, but Tambaram corridors record higher casualties. Rash driving accounts for 95% of Tambaram incidents despite enforcement efforts.
Former mayor Maya Ivnate is set to chair Nagpur's Fire & Electricity Committee while being nominated for Rajya Sabha, as BJP secures all 10 subject committees with women leaders, highlighting its control over NMC.
Hundreds of tourists and pilgrims from Nagpur are stranded in Gulf countries due to flight disruptions from the US-Israel-Iran conflict, facing financial strain and safety concerns.
Residents of CIT Colony in Mylapore, Chennai, have faced broken and uneven pavements for over a decade, with complaints to Greater Chennai Corporation ignored. Local officials now promise repairs by May.
Illegally parked vehicles swarm roads around Pune Municipal Corporation's Shivajinagar headquarters, leading to severe traffic jams during peak hours as visitors struggle for parking.
Relief and anxiety grip Kolkata as some residents return from conflict-hit Gulf region, while many remain stranded. Evacuation efforts intensify with special flights.
Residents in Tambaram report increasing stray cattle on roads, causing traffic disruptions and accidents. Corporation impounded 800 cattle in 2025, but problems persist with new facilities planned.
Around 10 sovereigns of gold ornaments were stolen from a house in Aryanad, Thiruvananthapuram, on Tuesday evening. The theft occurred between 6pm and 7.45pm while the couple was away.
Relief and anxiety grip Kolkata as some residents return from the conflict-hit Gulf region, while many others remain stranded in Dubai, Doha, and other hubs amid airspace disruptions and evacuation efforts.
A spate of copper wire thefts from air conditioners in Chennai neighborhoods like Adyar and Kilpauk has left residents facing repair costs and safety concerns, with police intensifying patrols.
MahaMetro in Nagpur operated two major stations entirely with women staff to mark Women's Day, highlighting gender inclusivity and women's leadership in public transport.
A Chennai drug court acquitted a Telugu-speaking man in a 4kg ganja case after the prosecution failed to prove seizure documents in Tamil were explained to him, citing NDPS Act violations.
Two 12-year-old boys, Sanjay and Praveen, drowned in a pond at Chennai's ICF colony after skipping school. Their bodies were recovered from thick mud, prompting safety warnings.
Tamil Nadu government approves first and last mile connectivity services for Chennai Metro Phase-I, deploying 220 electric buses and vans to boost ridership from 3 lakh daily passengers.
The Madras High Court has permitted DNA testing on celebrity chef Madhampatty Rangaraj to determine paternity of costume designer Joy Crizildaa's child, based on mutual consent from both parties.
A retired teacher has filed a petition in Madras High Court, seeking extension of Tamil Nadu Assured Pension Scheme benefits to government employees who retired in December 2025, arguing the current January 2026 cut-off is unjust.
The Head of Department at Karnataka's Forensic Science Laboratory was found dead, hanging from window grills. A suicide note has been recovered, with depression cited as a possible cause.
In Karnataka, the Congress party is experiencing significant public disapproval, while the BJP struggles to present a coherent alternative narrative, shaping the state's political dynamics.
Anti-narcotics intelligence unit officers in Chennai arrested three men and seized 25 grams of methamphetamine during a raid on 100 Feet Road at Choolaimedu. The suspects were produced in court and remanded in judicial custody.
A 25-year-old delivery executive in Chennai was arrested for attempting to murder a security guard after a dispute over entry protocols at a KK Nagar apartment complex. The guard remains unconscious.
The Maharashtra government has appointed 2011-batch IAS officer Abhijeet Chaudhari as the new commissioner of the Pune Metropolitan Region Development Authority, replacing Yogesh Mhase.
Thiruvananthapuram administration urges Southern Railway to complete Vattavila Suresh Road work and submit report, as global conflicts escalate with Israel-Iran strikes and Indian ships stranded.
In a tense House Oversight Committee hearing, Rep. Clay Higgins confronted Minnesota AG Keith Ellison, calling for his resignation due to alleged fraud concerns in the state, sparking widespread attention.
A tragic accident in Vilappilsala resulted in one fatality and three serious injuries after a car lost control and hit a parked truck. Police suspect driver fatigue as the cause.
Families in West Bengal endure sleepless nights as loved ones remain trapped in Iran and Bahrain amid escalating West Asia hostilities. Communication blackouts and safety fears grip households.