Omar Abdullah Holds J&K Pre-Budget Consultations
Jammu & Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah chaired consultations with industry stakeholders and MLAs ahead of the 2026-27 Budget, promising to incorporate feasible suggestions.
Category : Politics
Starmer Names Varun Chandra as UK's Special Envoy to US
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has appointed business adviser Varun Chandra as the UK's special envoy to the United States, a strategic move during ongoing diplomatic tensions over Greenland, NATO, and peace initiatives.
Bank Manager Found Dead in Motihari, Family Alleges Murder
A bank manager was found hanging in his Motihari residence, with family alleging his wife killed him over her extramarital affair. Police are investigating all angles.
Three Family Members Die from Charcoal Stove Fumes in AP
A family of three perished from suspected suffocation due to a charcoal stove in Vanaja village, Andhra Pradesh. Their daughter is critically ill. Police warn against indoor use of coal stoves.
BJP Slams AAP's False Claim on Kejriwal's Liquor Scam Acquittal
BJP national general secretary Tarun Chugh criticizes AAP for falsely claiming Arvind Kejriwal's acquittal in the liquor scam, clarifying the relief is only procedural.
Trichy Prison Opens Tailoring Shop for Women Inmates
Trichy's special women's prison, in partnership with CII, CII Foundation, and Titan Industries, inaugurated a 'freedom tailoring shop' to provide vocational training and income generation for inmates, supporting their families and post-release livelihood.
Nabarangpur Declared Maoist-Free by Odisha Police
Odisha police have declared Nabarangpur district free from Maoist influence following the surrender of nine active cadres in Chhattisgarh, marking significant progress in eliminating Left-wing extremism.
Police Bust Job Scam Using Fake CM Audio in Andhra Pradesh
Anakapalle district police arrested two fraudsters who used a fake audio clip impersonating the chief minister to cheat job aspirants of lakhs of rupees, promising government teacher posts.
Massajog Sarpanch Murder Case Adjourned to Feb 7
The special MCOCA court in Beed has adjourned the hearing in the kidnapping and murder case of Massajog sarpanch Santosh Deshmukh to February 7. Proceedings highlighted judicial delays as crucial digital evidence remains undisclosed to the defence.
Shiv Sena Demands White Paper on Maharashtra Davos FDI
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Ambadas Danve urges Maharashtra government to present a white paper detailing actual conversion of FDI announcements from Davos WEF over three years.
BMC Files Cases Against Illegal Banners in South Mumbai
BMC's licensing department has filed police cases against unknown individuals for illegally placing banners on electric poles in south Mumbai. Civic staff removed 41 banners and warned of strict action against unauthorized advertisements.
Mumbai Bike-Taxis Skip Helmets for Pillion Riders, Defying Rules
Mumbai's booming bike-taxi services are flouting Maharashtra's mandatory helmet rule for pillion riders, with passengers reporting frequent non-compliance despite safety risks and legal fines.
Nitish Kumar Launches 172 Schemes Worth Rs853 Crore in Muzaffarpur
Bihar CM Nitish Kumar inaugurated 172 schemes worth Rs853 crore in Muzaffarpur, emphasizing healthcare upgrades, industrial growth, and job creation as part of Saat Nischay-3 programme.
Delhi Police Crack Girl's Assault Case with Slippers, Wall Clue
Delhi Police solved a 10-year-old girl's sexual assault case using abandoned slippers and a broken wall. The e-rickshaw driver was arrested after intensive investigation across 20 sq km.
Punjab Ministers Lead Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna Registration Drives
Punjab ministers and AAP MLAs conducted registration drives for the Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna, offering cashless medical treatment up to Rs 10 lakh across 820 hospitals in the state.
Patna: 5-Year-Old Boy Allegedly Assaulted, Accused Flees
A five-year-old boy was allegedly sexually assaulted in Nalanda district near Patna. The child is hospitalized, while police conduct raids to arrest the absconding accused, identified as Prahlad Kumar.
Ballari: BJP Leaders' Model House Set Ablaze Amid Political Row
A model house associated with BJP leaders Gali Janardhana Reddy and B Sriramulu was set on fire in Ballari, escalating political tensions following recent clashes and a Congress worker's death.
Araria Police Busts Liquor Smuggling Gang, Seizes 936 Liters
Araria Police conducted a major crackdown on liquor smuggling, arresting three smugglers and seizing 936 liters of Nepali liquor, a pickup van, and cash. SP Jitendra Kumar detailed additional recoveries and announced public outreach initiatives.
Bhubaneswar Mob Vandalizes Ama Buses After Accident
An angry mob vandalized three Ama Buses in Bhubaneswar after an accident injured a motorcyclist. Police registered two cases, while Crut condemned the attack, highlighting a pattern of accidents involving these buses.
17 Maoists Killed in Two-Day Jharkhand Operation
Security forces eliminate 17 Maoists, including top leader Anal Da, in Saranda forest operation. No casualties reported on security side as combing continues.
Army Jawan's Holi Homecoming Dream Ends in Tragedy
Hare Ram Kunwar, a 38-year-old soldier from Bihar's Bhojpur district, died in a vehicle accident in Jammu and Kashmir. His family, awaiting his Holi visit, now grapples with unimaginable grief.
Bihar Deputy CM Warns Revenue Officers on Court Order Compliance
Deputy CM Vijay Kumar Sinha directs revenue officers to implement senior revenue court orders within 7 days and update RCMS portal, warning of strict action for non-compliance.
Elderly Man Dies in House Fire from Brazier in Chatra
A 65-year-old man was charred to death in his house in Bandu village, Chatra district, after a fire broke out from a burning brazier he kept for warmth. Police suspect he was asleep when the fire reached his bed.
Siddaramaiah: VB-G RAM G Act Undermines Federalism
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah emphasizes significant concerns regarding the VB-G RAM G Act, warning it shifts financial burdens to states and threatens cooperative federalism in India.
Punjab Police Tenant Verification Drive After Operation Prahaar
Following the 72-hour Operation Prahaar against gangsters, Punjab Police has initiated a comprehensive campaign to verify tenant identities in suburban areas and outskirts across the state.
Badlapur School Van Molestation Case: Driver Arrested
In Thane's Badlapur, a school van driver accused of molesting a 4-year-old has been arrested and remanded. The RTO has seized his license, fined him Rs 24,000, and cancelled the van's registration. Congress has criticized the state government's handling o
Palamu Police Arrest 8 Gangsters, Foil Extortion Plot
A joint police team in Palamu arrested eight criminals linked to gangster Prince Khan who planned to extort NHAI officials. Police recovered weapons and exposed a terror tactic involving international connections.
Farmer's Body Frozen for 3 Days to Complete Land Transfer
In Sitamarhi's Malahi village, a farmer's electrocution death led to an unusual panchayat settlement where his body was preserved in a freezer for three days until land transfer documents were completed for his family as compensation.
Jaish Terrorist Killed in Kathua as Operation Trashi-I Continues
Security forces eliminated a most-wanted Pakistani Jaish-e-Mohammad terrorist in Kathua's Billawar during Operation Trashi-I. The operation has entered its sixth day with intense counter-terrorism activities across Jammu division.
Anshul Raj Appointed Judge of Patna High Court
President of India appoints senior advocate Anshul Raj as Judge of Patna High Court. Notification issued by Union Ministry of Law and Justice on Friday evening.
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