MLA Wants Siddaramaiah as CM for 10-15 Years Amid Congress Debate
Chamaraja MLA K Harishgowda advocates for Siddaramaiah's continuation as Karnataka CM for 10-15 years, highlighting party unity and dismissing foreign trips as routine.
Category : Politics
Gurdaspur Accident: Two Cousins Killed by Tractor-Trolley
In a heartbreaking incident near Nawan Pind Jhavar, two young cousins, aged 10 and 11, died after a speeding tractor-trolley rammed their motorcycle. Their father was seriously injured, and the driver fled the scene, sparking protests.
Scooter Rider Dies in Udupi Accident After Pickup Vehicle Runs Over Him
A 71-year-old scooter rider, Gopala Moolya, died after a pickup vehicle ran over him in a road accident at Shivalli village. The incident involved reckless driving by an unidentified two-wheeler rider who fled the scene.
Udupi Police Arrest Man for Objectionable Facebook Comment
A 45-year-old Bengaluru man was arrested by Udupi police for allegedly posting an abusive comment on Facebook about an interview with a Mangaluru vegetable vendor. The case was registered under BNS and IT Act provisions.
Mangaluru Drive for Waste Segregation and Plastic Ban
Mangaluru City Corporation launches a month-long campaign to promote waste segregation at source and enforce a ban on single-use plastic bags, covering over 36,000 households.
CEC Gyanesh Kumar Mandates 5-Year SIR Record Preservation
Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar has directed West Bengal officials to preserve Special Intensive Revision records for five years, warning of potential action by the poll panel even years after elections.
Electoral Trusts Donate Rs 3,826 Cr, BJP Gets 82.5% in FY 2024-25
An ADR analysis reveals electoral trusts distributed Rs 3,826.3 crore to political parties in FY 2024-25, with BJP receiving 82.5% of the total. Manufacturing sector led corporate contributions.
Trump Withholds Ukraine Security Guarantee for Peace Deal
The US will not provide formal security guarantees to Ukraine until a peace agreement with Russia is finalized, using defense commitments as leverage in ongoing negotiations.
Dalit Journalist Accuses Police of Custodial Torture in Uttarakhand
Vimal Bharti, a Dalit journalist from Rudrapur, alleges police torture, caste abuse, illegal demolition, and misuse of legal provisions after reporting on administrative irregularities. Officials deny all claims.
10 Arrested in Buffalo Theft, Illegal Slaughter Racket
Police in Aligarh have dismantled an organized buffalo theft and illegal slaughter network, arresting ten individuals including factory management and security personnel. The racket operated across multiple rural police station areas.
Bareilly's E-Rickshaw Fleet Fails, Disrupting Waste Collection
Over 100 e-rickshaws purchased by Bareilly Municipal Corporation for garbage collection have broken down within two years, causing operational chaos and allegations of supplier negligence.
Man Arrested for Trying to Run Over Toll Workers in Hapur
A 25-year-old fruit trader was arrested in Hapur after allegedly attempting to run over toll plaza workers following a FASTag payment dispute on NH-9. Police charged him under BNS section 189.
Chhattisgarh Villagers Storm Maize Plant Over Pollution
Tension erupted in Kondagaon district as hundreds of villagers vandalized a maize processing plant, alleging crop damage from waste. Police deployed, plant operations halted pending investigation.
BJP MP Urges Jaishankar to Crack Down on Fake Job Rackets
BJP MP Brijesh Chowta has called on External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar to take decisive action against fraudulent overseas job rackets. He proposed an international conference in Mangaluru focusing on technology, tourism, and trade sectors.
Ex-Minister Vijayabaskar Booked for Illegal Sand Transport
AIADMK leader M R Vijayabaskar and another party functionary face charges for illegal possession and transport of Cauvery river sand in Karur district, following police complaints by revenue officials.
Nikhil Gupta Pleads Guilty in US Court for Pannun Murder Plot
Nikhil Gupta, an Indian national accused in the murder-for-hire plot against Khalistani terrorist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, has pleaded guilty in a Manhattan court. The charges could lead to up to 40 years in prison.
Chhattisgarh: 532 Maoists Killed, 2,700 Surrendered Since 2024
Deputy CM Vijay Sharma reveals significant progress in Chhattisgarh's anti-Maoist operations, with hundreds killed, arrested, or surrendered, and details rehabilitation and digital justice initiatives.
Ladakh Chief Secretary Clarifies HPC Talks Were Constructive
Ladakh Chief Secretary Ashish Kundra refutes speculative media reports, stating the February 4 high-power committee meeting was cordial and constructive, with the government committed to democratic consultation with all stakeholders.
Karnataka CMO Calls BJP Transfer Letter Fake, Orders Police Probe
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's office has declared a letter circulated by BJP leaders regarding a health officer's transfer as fake and ordered a police investigation into the matter.
Bengaluru Racecourse Moves After 58-Year Dispute
Bangalore Turf Club agrees to relocate from city centre to Kunigal after 58 years, ending a long land dispute with the Karnataka government. The cabinet approved a 29-year lease, with BTC retaining its heritage building.
Siddaramaiah: Dam Safety is National Security Issue
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah warns ageing dams and climate risks threaten national security, calls for urgent safety checks and modernization at international conference in Bengaluru.
Bhubaneswar Waste Fee Sparks Outcry Over Swachh Ranking
Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation's annual user fee for waste generation faces backlash from residents and groups, who criticize its one-time payment demand and link to Swachh Survekshan rankings.
Uttarakhand Youth Festival 2026 Focuses on Road Safety & Environment
Uttarakhand's transport department organized a major youth festival in Dehradun, attracting 3,000 students to promote road safety awareness and environmental responsibility through competitions and training sessions.
SC Extends Himachal Local Body Poll Deadline to May 31
The Supreme Court has extended the deadline for conducting local body elections in Himachal Pradesh to May 31, citing monsoon-related difficulties. The bench emphasized completing the poll process before this date.
Mexico Sends 800+ Tons Aid to Cuba as US Tightens Blockade
Two Mexican Navy ships have arrived in Havana with over 800 tons of humanitarian aid, including food and hygiene items, to help Cuba cope with an energy crisis exacerbated by U.S. sanctions and tariff threats on oil suppliers.
Congress Leader Kanhu Charan Lenka Dies at 86 in Bhubaneswar
Former Union minister Kanhu Charan Lenka, a veteran Odisha politician, died at 86. He served in the PV Narasimha Rao government and had a four-decade public life.
Odisha Team to Inspect Berhampur Bridge After Fatal Accidents
The Odisha government has set up a three-member technical team to inspect the Haladiapadar railway over-bridge in Berhampur following multiple fatal accidents, with a site visit scheduled for February 16.
Guwahati: PM Visit Prep, Space Tech, Transport Wins
Guwahati sees major developments with PM Modi's visit preparations, new space technology partnerships, and significant transport infrastructure achievements. Civic updates and administrative progress highlight the city's growth.
Pappu Yadav Freed from Jail, Thanks Judiciary for Justice
Former MP Pappu Yadav was released from Bihar's Beur Central Jail after a court granted him bail in a money laundering case. He expressed gratitude to the judiciary for distinguishing truth from falsehood, marking a significant moment in his legal battle.
PM Modi Launches Schemes from Seva Teerth for Viksit Bharat
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his first actions at Seva Teerth, launched the PM RAHAT Scheme and doubled the Lakhpati Didi target to 6 crore, aiming for a developed India.
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