Puducherry Chief Minister N Rangasamy has accepted opposition leader R Siva's challenge, declaring his AINRC party ready to boycott the 2026 assembly elections if the DMK does the same, to press for statehood for the Union territory.
Samajwadi Party MLA Atul Pradhan warns of AI misuse like deepfakes threatening social harmony, but state cites national jurisdiction and defers to Union govt order.
Following Hyderabad's civic trifurcation into GHMC, CMC, and MMC, serious financial sustainability issues surface. MMC appears most vulnerable with low revenue, while GHMC faces tax base loss and CMC remains stronger due to IT hubs.
Governor Gulab Chand Kataria's four-day anti-drug march across Punjab's border districts concluded at DAV College in Abohar. The event saw enthusiastic participation from university VCs, educators, NGOs, and citizens pledging for a drug-free Punjab.
In a dramatic operation, Gujarat's Banaskantha SOG arrested a man for cultivating 83 ganja plants while posing as a monk. The raid, led by Inspector H.P. Garasia, used drone technology to uncover the illegal crop in Kunol village.
Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei declares enemies 'disappointed' as U.S. prepares a second aircraft carrier for potential deployment to the Persian Gulf, escalating regional tensions.
Krishnaraja MLA T S Srivathsa accuses officials of illegally converting 48 acres of agricultural land near Chamundi Hill, demanding immediate action on lake encroachments.
Tarique Rahman's BNP has won a decisive victory in Bangladesh's parliamentary election, securing 120 seats and leading in 55 more. The party's win marks a major shift from the ousted Awami League government.
A Valentine's Week video from Munger district showing a woman offering liquor to her husband went viral, followed by another clip with a pistol, leading to police complaints and legal action.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk has publicly declined President Donald Trump's invitation to join the 'Board of Peace,' asserting Poland's role as a loyal ally, not a vassal. The initiative, aimed at Gaza peace, now includes controversial invites to Rus
U.S. President Donald Trump warns of a 'very traumatic' outcome if a nuclear deal with Iran is not reached quickly, amid Israeli pressure for broader concessions on missiles and militias.
Coimbatore's state highways department is installing 44 AI-based surveillance cameras and 16 LED screens on the GD Naidu flyover to detect speeding, wrong-side driving, and other violations, aiming to reduce accidents and improve safety.
Four friends from Gangakhed died when their vehicle hit a bridge railing near Jintur, Parbhani, during a night pilgrimage to Ujjain. One survivor hospitalized, driver surrendered.
A case has been registered against former minister and MLC Eknath Khadse at Savda police station in Jalgaon following a heated argument with an officer over a soil theft investigation. Khadse claims he apologized, but faces charges under BNS and Maharasht
A speeding SUV struck two teenagers carrying decorative lights in a wedding procession in Farrukhabad's Khudaganj area, killing one and seriously injuring the other. The victims were identified as 15-year-old Gautam and 16-year-old Ranjeet.
The Gujarat government has denied Prakash School's proposal for a permanent lease of a 4,521 sq m playground plot in Bodakdev at token rent, setting a precedent that affects 13 other schools in western Ahmedabad.
A list of 17 Kerala Lok Sabha MPs who did not allocate MPLADS funds for Wayanad landslide rehabilitation has ignited political controversy, with claims of incomplete data and alternative contribution channels.
A Gujarat government circular instructing teachers to conduct a stray dog count has ignited controversy, mirroring a similar initiative in Bihar earlier this year. The move raises questions about educational priorities and resource allocation.
BJP MP Nishikant Dubey calls for stripping Rahul Gandhi of his Lok Sabha membership, alleging attempts to destabilize India and seeking a parliamentary inquiry.
In a surprising move, six House Republicans joined Democrats to advance a measure repealing President Trump's tariffs on Canada, prompting a swift warning of political consequences from the White House.
The All India Muslim Personal Law Board has criticized a government directive on Vande Mataram, labeling it contrary to religious freedom and referencing historical agreements.
Bangladesh Nationalist Party leader Tarique Rahman returns from exile as unofficial election results emerge, marking a significant political shift in the country's electoral landscape.
Enforcement Directorate arrests Dr. Namratha of Universal Srushti Fertility Centre in Hyderabad for money laundering linked to illegal surrogacy and child trafficking. She was remanded in judicial custody until February 26.
In a late-night attack in Kanpur's Rawatpur area, unidentified assailants bombed a house and set a car ablaze, causing significant damage. Police suspect a minor dispute as the motive and have launched a full investigation.
The Nagpur District Bar Association has released its election schedule for 2026, with polling set for April 24 and results on April 25. Key dates include voter registration by March 10 and nomination deadlines in early April.
Dr Santoshkumar Gadhvi, former CEO of Ward Wizard Medicare Hospital, faces allegations of cheating the institution of Rs 28.47 crore through forged documents and fake bank accounts.
Allahabad High Court dismissed a criminal appeal, ruling that a person's caste assigned at birth remains unchanged even after religious conversion or inter-caste marriage, upholding trial under SC/ST Act.
The Allahabad High Court has postponed a petition seeking an FIR against Rahul Gandhi for his remarks on RSS, BJP, and the Indian state until March 11, 2026, allowing time for supplementary affidavit.
Enforcement Directorate Hyderabad unit provisionally attaches properties worth Rs 4.8 crore linked to illegal alprazolam manufacturing and sale network across Telangana and Andhra Pradesh.
Sarojininagar MLA Rajeshwar Singh praised Uttar Pradesh's achievements in development, education, and law and order during the Budget session, citing an 11% growth rate and NAAC A++ accreditations.