In Bihar's Nawada district, more than 250 shops and houses in Rajauli block are under threat of demolition for encroaching on public land. The administration has set a February 17 deadline for voluntary removal, with non-compliance leading to bulldozing a
Counter-terrorism police investigate a stabbing at Kingsbury High School in London where two boys, aged 12 and 13, were seriously injured. A 13-year-old suspect has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder.
A special court in Panaji acquitted Revenue Minister Atanasio 'Babush' Monserrate of rape charges after the prosecution failed to prove the woman was a minor and that sexual intercourse occurred.
Uttarakhand High Court has asked for the arrest remand sheet of Vikas Dhaka, the main accused in the Haldwani cricket league fraud case, during a hearing challenging his alleged illegal detention.
Uttarakhand cabinet approves creation of 22 posts for Anti-Narcotics Task Force, minimum salary of Rs 18,000 for 589 forest workers, and new ESI medical service rules.
Punjab BJP general secretary Jagmohan Singh Raju has written to Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, requesting priority inclusion of Amritsar under the City Economic Region scheme to boost tourism, MSMEs, and global trade opportunities.
The Indian Air Force Vice Chief highlighted plans to induct more advanced aircraft, emphasizing the Rafale's significance as a buzzword following its performance in operations.
Civil courts in Patna, Danapur, and Kishanganj received a bomb threat email warning of explosions at 1 pm, leading to evacuations and security lockdowns. Police and bomb squads found no explosives, disrupting hearings including one involving MP Pappu Yada
Uttar Pradesh's 2026-27 budget allocates significant funds for Braj region development, including tourism projects in Agra, Mathura-Vrindavan, healthcare upgrades, and infrastructure improvements.
Uttarakhand High Court overturns animal husbandry department's rejection of Bhavna Bhatt's compassionate appointment, citing discrimination against married daughters under constitutional rights.
The CMRS inspection for the 15km Poonamallee Bypass to Vadapalani stretch of Chennai Metro Phase-2 has started, with commissioning expected by end-February 2024.
A 40-year-old businessman was shot dead near Tibetan Market in Dehradun, the fourth murder in the district in two weeks. Police suspect family dispute over business as motive.
Bihar minister Leshi Singh's late-night visit to a community health centre in Bhagalpur has triggered an investigation into alleged medical lapses and the conduct of an on-duty doctor.
Dehradun's Rajpur Road, a key arterial route, suffers from near-permanent traffic congestion due to rapid commercialization, vehicle surge, and poor inter-agency coordination, spilling chaos onto Mussoorie Road.
A head constable and a woman constable in Bijnor district have been suspended after videos allegedly showing them in a compromising position circulated online, prompting a departmental inquiry.
A retired police sub-inspector and his wife were discovered hanging in their Meerut home, with police suspecting suicide. The couple, aged 66 and 62, were found by their domestic help, and no suicide note was recovered.
A 9-year-old boy's birthday celebration turned tragic in Bhojpur when he was hit by a speeding truck while fetching his cake. The child succumbed to injuries, sparking protests.
AIMIM's UP chief Shaukat Ali urges Muslims to have more children with 'Hum do, hamare do darjan' slogan, drawing sharp criticism from rivals and sparking social media debate.
Odisha Human Rights Commission recommends Rs 10 lakh compensation to family of Harekrishna Sahu, who died during a police recruitment run in 2017, citing state liability.
The Bihar Regimental Centre in Danapur paid rich tributes to the 20 soldiers who sacrificed their lives in the 2020 Galwan Valley clash during the 16 Bihar Battalion Raising Day ceremony.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian delivers a defiant speech on the Islamic Revolution anniversary, asserting nuclear deterrence and rejecting expanded talks with the US following the crucial Trump-Netanyahu meeting.
Patna's UDHD orders FIR against Saharsa mayor Bain Priya, her secretary Rajiv Kumar, and his wife for alleged Rs 50 lakh monthly fund diversion in street-lighting contracts, following a committee report.
The Central government has nominated Shirsat Kapil Ashok, Bihar's dairy secretary, to the NDDB Board of Directors. This move aims to enhance coordination between national and state-level dairy agencies, boost farmer incomes, and drive sector reforms.
The Centre has sanctioned Rs 112.2 crore for Odisha under the Revamped Rashtriya Gram Swaraj Abhiyan from 2022-23 to strengthen local governance through training programmes for elected representatives and stakeholders.
Bihar government admits construction of 9.16 lakh PMAY-G houses delayed as it failed to open a single nodal account on time, seeking Rs 3,000 crore from Centre for distribution.
A joyous wedding celebration turned into tragedy when three members of a wedding party, including the bridegroom's father and uncle, died in a horrific road accident near Ghorasahan in East Champaran. The speeding SUV collided with a roadside tree, killin
Union Minister Jitendra Singh informed Lok Sabha that the rare earth exploration in Nawada, Bihar, will finish within six months. The survey targets lithium and other elements crucial for EVs and defence.
Samastipur police have arrested Ankit Kumar, a key suspect in the murder of teacher Ganesh Sahni. The crime, involving a land deal dispute, occurred on February 8 in the Tajpur police station area.
Bihar's cabinet minister Ashok Choudhary announced the government is considering involving celebrities who have overcome drug addiction to raise awareness. This comes amid legislative concerns about rising substance abuse among children aged 8-14.
Tamil Nadu government amends building rules to require dedicated telecom infrastructure in large buildings, promising stronger mobile signals, fewer call drops, and faster internet speeds for residents.