Following the appointment of Pune's mayor and deputy mayor, corporators are competing for positions on key municipal committees. BJP, with 119 corporators, can co-opt seven members, while setting strict selection rules for nominated posts.
Navsari Consumer Commission rules that merely attending a dinner where liquor was ordered does not prove drunkenness, directing Oriental Insurance to pay a Rs 3 lakh medical claim and Rs 5,000 compensation.
A woman in Barabanki has filed a complaint alleging mental harassment, molestation, and abuse of power by a sub-inspector. She claims he visited her home under false pretenses and made inappropriate advances.
Cooperation Secretary K S Palanisamy reviewed paddy procurement and movement in Thanjavur, Tiruvarur, Nagapattinam, and Mayiladuthurai, directing officials to ensure smooth operations and prevent supply chain congestion.
Gurgaon traffic police issued 80 challans worth Rs 8 lakh against two-wheeler riders using modified silencers on Royal Enfield Bullet motorcycles during a special drive in January. The crackdown targets noise pollution and road safety violations.
Abdul Rehman, an e-rickshaw driver from Ayodhya arrested for alleged terror plot, was killed by a fellow inmate in Faridabad's Neemka Jail. His body is expected to reach his family by Wednesday.
Govind Nagar MLA Surendra Maithani met Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnav, urging a direct train from Kanpur to Dehradun via Farrukhabad to reduce travel time from 15 to 9 hours for pilgrims and commuters.
Rajya Sabha's Budget Session saw Opposition parties criticize the India-US interim trade deal and economic inequality, while the NDA defended its policies and accused critics of ignorance. TMC MPs walked out over a 'mini Pakistan' remark.
The bitter feud between Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma and Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi intensifies ahead of polls, with personal attacks shaping the political narrative and potentially benefiting the opposition.
The Calcutta High Court ruled that denying pension to a doctor's widow after 22 years of service is arbitrary, emphasizing pension as a constitutional right, not a bounty.
A heavy police presence, including SWAT vehicles and FBI agents, was reported near Annie Guthrie's house in Arizona as the investigation into her missing mother, 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie, intensifies. A man has been detained for questioning.
The Pittsburgh Steelers are weighing a potential trade of star linebacker T.J. Watt, with the Buffalo Bills emerging as a serious candidate. At 32, Watt's $42 million cap hit and future value are under scrutiny as Pittsburgh considers draft picks and cap
The BJP is poised to take control of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation, with Ritu Tawde expected to be elected as the new mayor, ending a nearly three-decade-long wait for the party.
The Telangana High Court has asked the state government to clarify its position on adopting draft Standard Operating Procedures for implementing the Immoral Traffic Act, following a petition by NGO Prajwala.
A 32-year-old taxi driver, Jai Singh, was stabbed to death in Faridabad's Girdawar colony after confronting youths harassing a girl. Police have registered a murder case and are conducting raids to arrest the accused.
A violent clash over a long-standing land dispute in Banpurwa Jangla village, Bhadohi, resulted in one death and two injuries. Police have arrested three individuals, including the main accused, and seized a licensed revolver.
A high-speed crash on the under-construction Ganga Expressway in Raebareli claimed four lives, with police investigating an insurance surveyor for driving at nearly 140kmph and alleged intoxication.
Uttar Pradesh BJP chief Pankaj Chaudhary condemns a Manoj Bajpayee web series title as offensive to Brahmins, sparking a political battle over caste identity ahead of state elections. The controversy highlights BJP's efforts to consolidate its core base w
Four Congress MPs from Haryana reiterate demand for state to host or co-host 2030 Commonwealth Games, citing its athletes' medal contributions and criticizing poor sports infrastructure and low Khelo India funding.
Ghaziabad police arrested four recently released Tihar jail inmates for a series of burglaries targeting homes and jewelry shops between February 1-5. The gang, which included a former jewelry store employee, was caught after CCTV and witness evidence lin
A Pune resident borrowed a friend's SUV, forged RTO documents, and sold it. Police arrested him and the buyer, with charges under Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. Two others involved in document forgery are being sought.
Ahead of the International Fleet Review 2026, the Indian Navy and TOI launch the final week of a unique ship identification contest. Readers must identify a naval ship from three cutouts to win exclusive memorabilia.
Opposition leaders, including Shashi Tharoor, Akhilesh Yadav, and Abhishek Banerjee, condemn the 2026-27 Budget for ignoring unemployment, farmer distress, and state-specific needs, while questioning the India-US trade deal.
The Punjab government has appointed Bal Jogi Pargat Nath as chair of the Bhagwan Valmiki Ji Tirath Sthal advisory board, aiming to develop it as a global centre for Dalit faith and heritage.
Bangladesh authorities have escalated security measures for the upcoming election, with over 50% of polling stations identified as risk-prone. Enhanced protocols aim to ensure a safe and fair voting process.
The national Saras Ajeevika Mela in Gurgaon has replaced amusement rides with a kids' play zone for safety, following a fatal incident at Surajkund Mela. Featuring 450 stalls by women entrepreneurs from 28 states, the fair showcases handicrafts, regional
A series of accidents on the Delhi-Meerut Expressway near Noida's Sector 62 roundabout left two dead and three injured. The incidents involved a pickup van crash and a subsequent collision with rescuers.
Vice Chief of Army Staff Lt Gen Pushpendra Singh visited IIT-Kanpur to discuss joint engagement for modernizing the Indian Army through AI, cybersecurity, and autonomous systems.
A youth was shot by rivals in Ballia's Haldi area while returning from a wedding ceremony. He was hospitalized and named his assailants, with police teams deployed for arrests.
Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini chaired a high-level meeting to review departmental budget expenditures and key schemes, focusing on solar energy expansion, transport infrastructure, and environmental conservation.