Meghalaya Mine Blast Death Toll 28, Judicial Inquiry Ordered
The death toll from a devastating coal mine explosion in Meghalaya has climbed to 28, with authorities ordering a judicial inquiry into the incident that has shocked the region.
Category : Politics
Navi Mumbai Minister Orders Property Tax Penalty Waiver
Forest Minister Ganesh Naik directs Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation to waive a three-fold property tax penalty on 'need-based houses' in gaothans, benefiting over 75,000 property holders.
Prohibitory Order in Manipur Naga Village After Clash, Arson
Authorities in Manipur have enforced a prohibitory order in a Naga village after a group fight escalated into arson, causing significant property damage and heightening tensions in the region.
Maharashtra to Fill 70,000 Government Posts in Phases
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis announces comprehensive administrative reforms and a phased recruitment drive to fill over 70,000 government positions, emphasizing skill-based hiring and digital verification.
India-Greece Sign Five-Year Defence Cooperation Roadmap
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Greek counterpart Nikolaos Dendias chart a comprehensive five-year defence cooperation roadmap, strengthening the strategic partnership between India and Greece.
Karnataka HC: Panchayat No-Confidence Motion After 15 Months
The Karnataka High Court has clarified that panchayat members can initiate a no-confidence motion at any time after the initial 15-month period, impacting local governance procedures.
BKC Pod Taxi Project to Affect 499 Trees, Remove 117
The proposed pod taxi project in Mumbai's Bandra Kurla Complex will impact 499 trees, with 117 slated for removal. The BMC plans compensatory planting in Raigad district.
BMC Issues Property Attachment Notices to Mumbai Tax Defaulters
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation has served property attachment notices to major property tax defaulters in Mumbai, warning of asset seizure and auction if dues are not cleared immediately.
Ex-IPS Officer Skips PM Modi's Meeting with Kerala BJP MPs
Former IPS officer Sreelekha was absent from PM Narendra Modi's meeting with BJP-elected representatives from Kerala, citing health and age-related travel constraints as the reason.
HC Orders Vigilance Probe into Sabarimala Gold Mast Installation
The Kerala High Court has directed the vigilance director to form a team for a preliminary enquiry into alleged irregularities in the 2017 installation of a gold flag mast at Sabarimala's Sannidhanam, citing procedural lapses and financial accountability
Assam CM Sarma Ready for Arrest After Owaisi Complaint Over Video
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma stated he is prepared for arrest after AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi filed a police complaint over a controversial BJP video. Sarma denies knowledge of the video but reaffirms his stance against Bangladeshi infiltra
Rajasthan First State to Hit All Skill Ministry Green Indicators
Rajasthan becomes the first Indian state to achieve all green indicators on the Union Skill Ministry's dashboard, excelling in PM-SETU Scheme implementation for ITI upgrades through PPP models.
Govandi Woman Loses Rs 6.5 Lakh in Fake Gas Bill Scam
A 50-year-old woman from Govandi, Maharashtra, lost Rs 6.5 lakh after downloading a fraudulent gas payment bill from an SMS link. The scam involved a text posing as a gas firm official.
Karnataka Hate Speech Bill Vetoed by Governor Citing SC Orders
Karnataka Governor Thaawar Chand Gehlot opposes the state's hate speech bill, citing 18 Supreme Court judgments for its vagueness and arbitrariness, while the state references two orders in defense.
Shivakumar Skips Karnataka Budget Meeting, Heads to Delhi
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar will miss a crucial pre-budget meeting with Chief Minister Siddaramaiah as he travels to Delhi, highlighting ongoing tensions within the state's Congress leadership.
Pakistani Leader Criticizes Militancy, Foreign Policy Failures
Maulana Fazlur Rehman of JUI-F attacks Pakistan's contradictory approach to Afghanistan, border security, and economic isolation, amid tensions after a deadly Islamabad bombing.
Delhi Sikh Body Seeks Sarna's Expulsion Over Rahul Gandhi Meet
A Delhi-based Sikh organization has formally requested the Akal Takht Jathedar to expel Paramjit Singh Sarna from the Sikh community for his meeting with Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, citing concerns over political interference in religious matters.
Non-Bailable Warrants Against Two Delhi Contractors
A Delhi court has issued non-bailable warrants against two contractors for alleged fraud and breach of contract, intensifying legal action in a high-profile case.
Himachal Reviews Anti-Drug Efforts in Nurpur
The Himachal Pradesh government conducted a review of anti-drug initiatives in Nurpur, focusing on enforcement and rehabilitation strategies to combat substance abuse.
SC Commission Summons LOP Bajwa Over Harbhajan Singh Remarks
The National Commission for Scheduled Castes has summoned Punjab's Leader of Opposition Partap Singh Bajwa to explain his alleged derogatory remarks against Harbhajan Singh ETO, escalating a political controversy over caste-based comments.
India's National Interest Guides Energy Sourcing, Says Foreign Secretary
Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri emphasized that India's energy sourcing decisions are driven by national interest, amid US claims about its policies. This stance highlights India's strategic autonomy in securing energy resources globally.
UP: Husband Sells Wife, Two Men Gang-Rape Her
In a shocking Uttar Pradesh crime, two men gang-raped a friend's wife after her husband sold her for Rs 1,000. Police have arrested the accused and are searching for the husband.
Bengaluru Adds Waste Vendors After Apartment Protests
Bengaluru Solid Waste Management Ltd plans to empanel four more vendors for bulk waste collection following strong pushback from apartment complexes over monopoly concerns and high rates.
Kerala HC Allows SIT to Collect Sabarimala Gold Samples for Forensic Tests
Kerala High Court has granted permission to the SIT investigating the Sabarimala gold heist to collect new samples from temple doors and plates for advanced metallurgical examination to determine the exact quantity of gold lost.
Ex-DGMO: India Needs Its Own Elon Musk for Space Warfare
Former DGMO Lt Gen AK Bhatt emphasizes that future wars will be won through space surveillance, satellite intelligence, and private innovation, urging India to build indigenous space power.
Mekedatu Project to Submerge 5,173 Hectares: Karnataka
Karnataka has notified the central government that the Mekedatu reservoir project will submerge 5,173 hectares of land, with construction planned 2 km downstream from the Cauvery-Arkavathi confluence.
Bengal Electoral Roll Delayed, CEO Cites SC Extension
West Bengal's final electoral roll publication faces delays beyond February 28 due to Supreme Court extensions and logistical challenges with micro observer deployment, according to state CEO officials.
Gujarat HC Raps Customs for 'Dubious' Gold Disposal
The Gujarat High Court has criticized Customs officials for the 'suspicious and dubious' disposal of 200 grams of gold seized from a passenger, warning of potential criminal or disciplinary proceedings.
Delhi Biker Death: Warrants Issued Against Contractors
In a tragic incident in Delhi, a biker's death has led to non-bailable warrants against two contractors, with another's custody extended. The case highlights road safety and legal accountability in the capital.
Telangana Urban Polls Campaign Ends
Campaigning for the Telangana urban local body elections concluded on Tuesday, with major parties like BRS, Congress, and BJP making final appeals to voters ahead of the polling on February 8.
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