Govt Notifies Questions for Census 2024 First Phase
The Indian government has officially notified the questionnaire for the first phase of the Census 2024, set to begin on April 1. This phase will focus on household listing and housing census.
Category : Politics
Trump Withdraws Canada Invitation for Gaza Peace Board
Former US President Donald Trump has withdrawn an invitation for Canada to join a proposed Gaza board of peace, citing Prime Minister Carney in a public statement.
Bomb Threats at Schools in Ahmedabad, Noida; Police Respond
Multiple schools in Ahmedabad and Noida received bomb threats, prompting immediate police and fire brigade responses. Authorities are investigating the incidents and ensuring student safety.
ED Attaches ₹20.85 Cr Properties in MUDA Scam Probe
Enforcement Directorate attaches 10 properties worth ₹20.85 crore in MUDA money laundering case. Total attachments now valued at ₹460 crore. CM Siddaramaiah named in FIR.
POCSO Accused Dies in Nagpur Police Lock-Up, 4 Cops Suspended
A 19-year-old accused in a POCSO and kidnapping case allegedly died by suicide inside Nagpur's Jaripatka police station lock-up. Four police personnel suspended for dereliction of duty as CID investigates.
MCG Trains Sanitary Inspectors for Swachh Survekshan Visit
Municipal Corporation of Gurgaon organized a training program for assistant sanitary inspectors to enhance sanitation preparedness and field-level implementation before the Swachh Survekshan survey.
CBI Arrests Nandigram Gang-Rape Witness, Sparks Political Row
CBI arrests 70-year-old Indubala Das, key witness in 2007 Nandigram gang-rape case, for missing court summons. TMC calls arrest politically motivated while BJP remains silent.
Violence in North Dinajpur Over Electoral Hearing Suicide
Violence erupted in Itahar, North Dinajpur, after a 57-year-old man died by suicide allegedly due to anxiety over his wife's electoral hearing notice. Protesters ransacked a hearing center, assaulted an official, and blocked a highway, sparking political
Security Beefed Up at Dhar's Bhojshala Complex After SC Order
Security has been heightened at the disputed Bhojshala Saraswati Temple-cum-Kamal Maula Mosque complex in MP's Dhar district ahead of Basant Panchami. The Supreme Court's recent order allows Hindus to conduct Saraswati Puja from sunrise to sunset, while M
Train-Truck Collision in Jharkand Halts Rail Traffic for Hours
Rail services on the Jasidih-Asansol main line in Jharkhand were disrupted for two hours after the Gonda-Asansol Express collided with a truck near Nawadih crossing. No casualties reported, but two bikers sustained minor injuries.
Dead Farmers, Fake Cultivators Found in MP Paddy MSP Scam
Madhya Pradesh's paddy procurement audit reveals massive fraud with registrations in names of 1,407 deceased farmers and 9,147 fake landless cultivators. Strict verification prevented financial loss to exchequer.
Court Acquits Sajjan Kumar in 1984 Anti-Sikh Riots Case
A Delhi court acquitted former Congress MP Sajjan Kumar in a 1984 anti-Sikh riots case, citing insufficient evidence and noting past convictions cannot establish guilt in separate crimes.
BJP's First Tamil Nadu Assembly Seat Win in 1996
In 1996, the BJP secured its first-ever assembly seat in Tamil Nadu, with Velayutham winning the Padmanabhapuram constituency, marking a pivotal moment in the party's political expansion in the state.
Chandigarh Councillor's Kin Gets Bail in Fake Salary Case
Komal Sharma, sister-in-law of Chandigarh councillor Suman Sharma, has been granted bail by a Mohali court in a case involving alleged salary fraud through fake attendance at Punjab Water Board.
AAP's Punjab Play: 'Humare Ram' to Counter BJP's Hindu Base
Ahead of Punjab Assembly elections, AAP government approves free shows of Ashutosh Rana's 'Humare Ram' play as part of broader Hindu outreach targeting urban voters.
Anar Patel Heads Khodaldham Trust, Political Buzz Grows
Anar Patel, daughter of former CM Anandiben Patel, becomes president of Gujarat's influential Khodaldham Trust. BJP leaders hint at her potential political entry, citing caste and organizational ties.
Mumbai Crime Branch Takes Custody of Gangster Ravi Pujari
Mumbai City Crime Branch has taken custody of notorious gangster Raviprakash alias Ravi Pujari in connection with a 2018 extortion case involving threats to a choreographer and film producer. Pujari faces multiple charges under MCOCA.
Women to Lead in Chandrapur & Akola as Maharashtra Announces Mayoral Reservations
Maharashtra announces mayoral reservations for municipal corporations, with Chandrapur and Akola reserved for OBC women. BJP leads in Amravati, Congress in Chandrapur, and a tight contest in Akola.
Trichy Jallikattu Injuries: Police Transferred, Organizers Charged
After 64 injuries at a Trichy jallikattu event, two police personnel transferred and organizers face charges for safety lapses at the new Rs3 crore arena.
MP Seeks Withdrawal of Post Office Regulations 2024
Madurai MP Su Venkatesan has written to Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia, requesting the withdrawal of Post Office Regulations 2024, citing severe challenges for small publishers and threats to journal continuity.
Trichy Teen Arrested for Machete Threat to Schoolmate
A 17-year-old boy in Trichy has been arrested for threatening a fellow student with a machete on Karur Bypass Road. The incident, captured in a viral video, led to charges under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.
Gurgaon Disaster Drill & Truck Accident Expose Safety Gaps
Gurgaon district administration conducted a night-time disaster response drill following a techie's drowning in Noida, while a truck accident revealed safety lapses at construction sites. Officials identified coordination gaps and announced regular traini
Nagpur Mayor Post Reserved for Woman, BJP Set to Win
Nagpur Municipal Corporation's mayor post reserved for woman from open category via state govt's draw of lots. BJP, with 102 seats, to install its nominee as 55th mayor in unopposed February election.
Congress MLA Asserts Party's Claim on Chandrapur Mayor Post
Congress leader Vijay Wadettiwar draws firm line in Chandrapur Municipal Corporation leadership tussle, stating Congress will hold mayor's post for full 5-year term, with final decision by state party chief.
UAE Lists 900+ Indians for Release Under Presidential Amnesty
The UAE has provided the Indian Embassy in Abu Dhabi with a list of over 900 Indian nationals set for release under a presidential amnesty order issued in November 2023, coinciding with Eid Al Etihad celebrations.
PM Modi to Launch 4 New Trains in Kerala on Jan 23
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate four new train services in Kerala on January 23, enhancing rail connectivity and infrastructure in the southern state.
Wife Arrested for Accidental Killing of Ex-Navy Officer in Gurgaon
A retired Navy officer's wife in Gurgaon was arrested after he died from an accidental knife wound during a domestic incident, with police investigating the case as culpable homicide.
Assam Opposition Alleges Voter Exclusion in Electoral Roll Revision
Congress and AIUDF raise alarm over alleged bulk objections against voters in Assam's special revision, claiming targeting of Muslim and indigenous communities. District administrations respond with notices.
Apple Fights CCI's Global Turnover Penalty Powers in Court
Apple has approached Delhi High Court to prevent CCI from accessing its global financial records in antitrust probe. The tech giant argues penalty regime based on worldwide turnover is unconstitutional.
Trump Withdraws Canada's Peace Board Invitation After Carney Clash
US President Donald Trump revoked Canada's invitation to join the Board of Peace after Prime Minister Mark Carney countered Trump's assertion that Canada survives due to the United States, escalating tensions between the leaders.
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