A devastating fire broke out in a garment showroom in Ludhiana's Ghumar Mandi market, requiring over two hours of firefighting. No injuries reported, but stock was gutted. Cause disputed between welding and short circuit.
A 38-year-old woman in Pilibhit district has been arrested for allegedly conspiring with her lover to kill her husband, a Sikh preacher, who is critically injured. Police say the trio planned the attack after the husband discovered their affair.
In Ludhiana, a factory worker allegedly set a female colleague's house on fire after a dispute, but caught fire himself and fled engulfed in flames. Police have registered an FIR as the investigation continues.
Punjab BJP state president Sunil Jakhar alleges a covert agreement between AAP and Congress, criticizing governance and demanding accountability on women's allowance and contracts.
A Jammu NIA court rejected bail for Tanvir Ahmed Wani, accused of funding terror groups via under-invoiced almond imports. Evidence includes militant photos and money demand notes.
Odisha's Subhadra Yojana will disburse Rs 5,000 crore to over 1.02 crore women on International Women's Day. Deputy CM Pravati Parida announced the fourth instalment, highlighting new beneficiaries and the scheme's dynamic nature.
Congress state president Ganesh Godiyal criticized Union Home Minister Amit Shah's visit to Uttarakhand, calling it a formality that ignored key state issues like corruption, crime, and the Rishikesh resort murder case.
President Droupadi Murmu and PM Narendra Modi express displeasure as TMC shifts a tribal community event venue in West Bengal, sparking political tensions.
The Ministry of External Affairs reports that more than 52,000 Indian nationals have been safely repatriated from Gulf countries over the last seven days, highlighting ongoing diplomatic efforts.
In a heartwarming initiative, Balloh village panchayat in Punjab recognized six women with the Best Mother-in-Law Award, celebrating their contributions to family harmony and community values.
Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri emphasizes the need for global rules to adapt to new realities, warning that failure to evolve could render them obsolete in today's dynamic international landscape.
The AAP-led Punjab government is poised to announce a landmark scheme in today's budget, providing Rs 1000 per month to approximately 1 crore women, aiming to empower them financially.
India's envoy to Bangladesh reaffirms support for a democratic, stable, and inclusive Bangladesh, emphasizing strong bilateral ties and regional cooperation.
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Porvorim police registered an FIR against four individuals for protesting with placards and shouting slogans against the Mirabag bandhara project during the budget session, leading to charges under the BNS.
Over 30 trains at Puri railway station face short-termination or short-origination from March 11 to May 16 due to infrastructure upgrades, affecting routes like Lokmanya Tilak-Puri Express. Bus services will be arranged for passenger convenience.
Mapusa police have issued notices to four individuals for interrogation regarding a violent Holi clash in Bodgini. The incident left five injured, including a woman, and involved alleged theft of valuables and property damage.
Patna's ambitious Water Metro project has commenced with the first charging station at Gandhi Ghat. The 10.5km electric-hybrid ferry corridor will connect multiple ghats along the Ganga, with an estimated project cost of Rs908 crore.
Railway Protection Force personnel intercepted three passengers at Perambur and Chennai Egmore stations, confiscating unaccounted cash and gold bars totaling ₹58.19 lakh due to lack of documentation.
Andhra Pradesh Police and EAGLE conducted Operation Vajraprahar, a large-scale crackdown on narcotics across 88 sub-divisions, seizing drugs and arresting offenders.
The Union Railway Ministry has approved additional stoppages for three trains at Pudukkottai, Podanur, and Tiruvallur stations in Tamil Nadu to enhance passenger convenience and support local economic growth.
Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu announced Andhra Pradesh's new population management policy at Raisina Dialogue, offering incentives for third child to address demographic imbalance risks.
As Punjab's state budget approaches, Ludhiana's business leaders urge allocations for infrastructure, GST refunds, and sustainability measures to boost the industrial hub.
Thane Police arrested 227 undocumented Bangladeshi nationals in 2025, achieving a 100% detection rate in 116 cases. Commissioner Ashutosh Dumbre cites national security concerns and links to criminal incidents as driving the intensified enforcement.
Kerala Minister R Bindu inaugurated the inaugural 'Able Point' near Gandhi Park in Kakkanad, Kochi, aiming to provide direct employment for 200 individuals with disabilities and support parents of children with autism through retail sales of khadi product
A 64-year-old newspaper seller in Ludhiana was robbed of Rs 13,000 by bike-borne assailants wielding a knife. This incident highlights a troubling pattern of attacks on hawkers in the city, with police yet to solve any cases.
Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi strongly criticized the West Bengal government for denying permission for the International Santhal Conclave where President Droupadi Murmu was scheduled to attend, calling it insensitive to tribal communities.
A grand multi-activity display at OTA Gaya highlighted graduating officer cadets' combat skills and discipline, featuring equestrian shows, gymnastics, and a cracker show, with senior military officials in attendance.
Two inspiring stories emerge as retired officer T N Mishra sees both sons commissioned into the Indian Army on the same day, while vegetable seller Santosh Kumar's son earns a silver medal at the ceremony.
A 57-year-old woman in Chennai murdered her drunk husband after enduring abuse, kept the body for days, and dumped it in a sewer. Police identified her via CCTV footage.