Jharkhand HC Summons Bokaro SP Over Missing Girl Case
The Jharkhand High Court reprimanded the Bokaro SP for failing to locate an 18-year-old girl missing since July 2023, ordering a detailed report and setting the next hearing for March 19.
Category : Politics
Teacher Sentenced to Life for Assaulting Differently Abled Woman
A government school teacher in Karnataka has been sentenced to life imprisonment and fined Rs 6 lakh for sexually assaulting a differently abled woman under the false promise of a job. The court ordered Rs 5.5 lakh compensation for the survivor.
Dalit Woman Alleges Harassment by Official, Police Delay FIR
A 30-year-old Dalit woman in Belagavi resigned as hostel warden, alleging sexual harassment and intimidation by a senior official. She claims police have not registered her complaint despite evidence.
Man with Nail in Head Alleges Family Attack in Firozabad
A 22-year-old man in Firozabad walked into a police station with a 3cm iron nail embedded in his head, accusing his father and brother of assault amid a property dispute. Police have registered an FIR as investigations continue.
First BNSS Property Attachment in Odisha Cyber Fraud Case
A Ganjam court has issued a 14-day notice for attaching properties worth Rs 35 lakh of a man accused of operating mule accounts for cybercriminals, marking the first such case under BNSS in Odisha.
Wild Elephant Causes Panic in Ranchi's Hatia Residential Area
A 15-year-old male elephant entered Hatia's residential zone from Nagri forest, causing chaos. Forest officials drove it back using firecrackers and sirens, with no injuries reported. Officials cite recurring human-elephant conflicts due to conservation g
Maharashtra Suspends MPCB Official for Skipping Briefings
The Maharashtra government suspended MPCB member secretary M Devender Singh after he failed to attend ministerial briefings, sparking a debate on official insubordination in the legislative assembly.
Jharkhand HC Orders Release of Advocate's Vehicle by 4:30 PM
The Jharkhand High Court directed city SP Paras Rana and Doranda police station OC Deepika Prasad to release advocate Manoj Tandon's vehicle by 4:30 pm, citing delays and personal vendetta concerns.
Nagpur Census Begins May 1 After 16-Year Delay
Nagpur Municipal Corporation prepares 6,000 enumerators for digital-first national census starting May 1, marking first population count since 2011 with two-phase approach combining online self-declaration and door-to-door verification.
TMC Rajya Sabha Picks Spark BJP Attack Over Bengali Identity
The Trinamool Congress nominated four candidates for Rajya Sabha elections, including Babul Supriyo and Rajeev Kumar. BJP's West Bengal unit criticized the selections, alleging half are non-Bengalis and questioning Mamata Banerjee's regional commitment.
Govt Pauses Rice Fortification in PMGKAY Over Storage Issues
The Indian government has temporarily suspended rice fortification under PMGKAY and other welfare schemes after an IIT-Kharagpur study found micronutrient loss during storage, impacting nutritional goals.
Fact Check: No UP Holiday on Feb 28, Viral Order Fake
A fake government order declaring a holiday in Uttar Pradesh on February 28 has gone viral on social media. Authorities confirm it is fabricated and urge the public to verify information from official sources.
Mangaluru Police Seize House Used for Illegal Cow Slaughter
Mangaluru police have seized a house in the city's Kankanady area that was allegedly being used for illegal cow slaughter, following a tip-off and investigation into the unlawful activity.
Mysuru Appoints Administrators for 260 Gram Panchayats
Mysuru district administration begins appointing administrators to 260 gram panchayats whose elected bodies have completed terms, following state government orders for administrative control.
Mandya CEO Orders Summer Water Shortage Prevention Measures
Mandya Zilla Panchayat CEO KR Nandini has instructed officials to proactively address potential drinking water shortages in 239 vulnerable villages this summer, with plans for private borewells and tanker supplies.
Nagpur Workers Burn Garbage, Exposing Weak Waste Rule Enforcement
Sanitary workers in Nagpur were caught burning garbage in Friends Colony, highlighting the municipal corporation's ineffective penalties and widespread enforcement failures across the city.
Nagpur Tests Underground Hydraulic Dustbin to Tackle Garbage Blackspots
Nagpur Municipal Corporation launches a Rs 19 lakh pilot project for an underground hydraulic dustbin at Civil Lines to address recurring garbage vulnerable points that have resisted previous cleanup efforts.
KERC to Roll Out Single Software System for All Escoms
KERC chairperson announces unified software system for all electricity companies in Karnataka. Public hearing reveals widespread dissatisfaction with Hescom's performance and official negligence.
Rs 5 Crore Yaba Seized in Assam, Two Arrested, Owner Flees
Police in Assam's Sribhumi district seized 73,399 Yaba tablets worth Rs 5 crore from a house in Eraligul, arresting two individuals while the owner escaped. A manhunt is underway as authorities investigate the drug consignment's source and destination.
Odisha DGP Orders Heightened Security for Holi Festivities
Ahead of Holi, Odisha DGP Y B Khurania instructed police to intensify vigilance in sensitive areas, deploy quick response teams, and monitor social media to prevent violence and ensure peaceful celebrations.
Karnataka Minister Addresses 167 Accident Blackspots in Belagavi
District Minister Satish Jarkiholi chaired a high-level meeting to address 167 accident blackspots identified by KSRTC across six revenue districts, focusing on road safety improvements and inter-departmental coordination.
Karnataka Dams Provide Summer Relief with Stable Water Levels
Karnataka's Krishna Raja Sagara and Kabini reservoirs show encouraging water levels as summer peaks, easing drinking water concerns for Mysuru, Bengaluru, and surrounding regions.
Sonowal Launches Brahmaputra Waterways Infrastructure Projects
Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal inaugurated three major inland waterways projects on National Waterway-2, enhancing trade and heritage along the Brahmaputra River in Assam.
Bhubaneswar Mayor Acts on Stale Food at Old Age Home
Bhubaneswar Mayor Sulochana Das directed penalties against an old age home operator for serving stale food to elderly residents, rejecting claims of inadequate government funding.
Assam Governor Leads 'Nation First' Event at Narangi Military Station
Assam Governor Laxman Prasad Acharya presided over the 'Nation First' event at Narangi military station, emphasizing unity and collective responsibility in nation-building. The event featured Operation Sindoor case study and honored distinguished personne
Coimbatore Approves Rs 1.10 Crore Streetlight Upgrade in South Zone
The Coimbatore corporation council has passed a proposal to install high tower streetlights in nine wards of the south zone at an estimated cost of Rs 1.10 crore, focusing on road safety with 60W and 120W lights at key junctions.
BJP-AGP Assam Polls: Alliance with Friendly Contests
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma announces BJP will ally with AGP for assembly elections, allowing friendly contests in overlapping seats. Seat-sharing deal targeted for March 10.
Mandya DC Cracks Down on Loan Harassment, Demands Daytime Power
Mandya Deputy Commissioner Kumara directs strict action against private financiers harassing farmers during loan recovery, warns of legal consequences for violations. Also instructs electricity officials to ensure daytime power supply for irrigation safet
Family, Including Minors, Charged in Nalasopara Murder Case
An FIR has been filed against five family members, including two minors, for murder and assault in Nalasopara. The main accused, Mehandi Shaikh, stabbed Aftab Shaikh over an obscene social media message, leading to his death.
BJP Youth Wing Launches 'Modir Bondhu' Digital Campaign
The Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha (BJYM) has launched a digital campaign called 'Modir Bondhu' in Assam to promote the achievements of PM Modi and CM Himanta Biswa Sarma. The initiative aims to connect with youth and spread information through social media
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