Rajasthan Tribal Belt Election Boycott Over OBC-MBC Demands
OBC and MBC organizations in Rajasthan's Tribal Sub-Plan belt call for election boycott over reservation exclusion, creating political uncertainty ahead of local body polls.
Category : Politics
HC Resumes Hearing in Chhatrapati Murder Case Citing New Facts
Punjab and Haryana High Court has resumed hearing in the Ram Chander Chhatrapati murder case after reserving verdict four months ago, citing emergence of new facts requiring clarification.
Pune Police Counsels 1,000+ Drunk Drivers, Seizes Vehicles
Pune police held a counseling session for over 1,000 motorists booked for drunk driving, announcing vehicle seizure and public shaming measures to curb road accidents.
Rajasthan Workers Protest VB-G RAM-G, Seek MGNREGS Revival
Thousands of workers from 27 Rajasthan districts gathered in Jaipur to demand scrapping of the VB-G RAM-G law, calling it unconstitutional and a threat to legal right to work under MGNREGS.
BJP's Ravi Landge to be PCMC Mayor Unopposed, NCP Abstains
BJP corporator Ravi Landge is poised to become Pimpri Chinchwad's mayor unopposed after NCP refrained from fielding a candidate. Deputy mayor election will see a contest between BJP's Sharmila Babar and NCP's Vaishali Kalbhor on February 6.
Nagpur Anti-Encroachment Drive Sparks Tension, Encroachers Return
Nagpur Municipal Corporation's enforcement teams faced resistance during anti-encroachment drives across Mangalwari, Dharampeth, and Gandhibagh zones, removing illegal structures but seeing quick return of encroachers by evening.
Indo-Pak Peace Calendar Released Amid Cricket Tensions
Aaghaz-e-Dosti released its 14th Indo-Pak peace calendar in Multan, featuring children's art from both nations, promoting cross-border harmony despite political and sporting tensions.
Radha Soami Head Meets Akali Leader in Jail, Offers Support
Radha Soami Satsang Beas head Gurinder Singh Dhillon visited Shiromani Akali Dal leader Bikram Singh Majithia in New Nabha Jail, declaring him innocent and pledging continued friendship amid ongoing drug and money laundering cases.
Jalgaon Cancels 3,000 Illegal Birth, Death Certificates
Jalgaon health department cancels nearly 3,000 delayed birth and death certificates after discovering illegal generation from Bhatpuri village. Investigation reveals 4,907 certificates issued since 2016.
Kerala Assembly Boycott Over Parole to Murder Convicts
Congress-led opposition boycotts Kerala assembly after speaker blocks debate on parole for CPM workers convicted in 2019 Periya double murder case, reigniting political tensions.
Vande Bharat Sleeper Adds Chicken Curry After Veg-Only Row
Bengali and Assamese chicken curry now available on Kamakhya-Howrah Vande Bharat sleeper train after political controversy over vegetarian-only menu. Railway minister announces non-veg option limited to chicken dishes.
Deccan Herald Speak Out Forum Highlights Key Issues for February 2026
The Deccan Herald Speak Out forum for February 3, 2026, features diverse public opinions on critical national and regional matters, including governance, economy, and social policies.
General Naravane's Memoir Under Review: Military Publications
General MM Naravane's memoir is under official review, highlighting the scrutiny of military publications in India. This process ensures national security and protocol adherence.
Father Kills Daughter to Contest Panchayat Elections in Maharashtra
A Maharashtra barber, aspiring for panchayat elections, allegedly murdered his 6-year-old daughter in Telangana to bypass the two-child norm. The crime was uncovered through a WhatsApp status appeal by police.
DJ Assistant Killed in Fazilka Wedding Gate-Crasher Violence
A wedding celebration in Jalalabad, Fazilka district turned deadly when gate-crashers clashed with the groom's family, resulting in the fatal shooting of a DJ's assistant. Police have arrested one suspect.
NGT Orders Punjab Pollution Board for Water Assessment
The National Green Tribunal has ordered the Punjab Pollution Control Board to submit a comprehensive freshwater balance assessment regarding alleged chemical effluent discharge by a pharmaceutical unit in Mohali's Sundran village.
Father Kills Daughter to Contest Panchayat Polls
A Maharashtra barber allegedly drowned his 6-year-old daughter in Telangana to become eligible for panchayat elections under the two-child norm, with police solving the case through WhatsApp.
Railways Adds Chicken Curry to Kamakhya-Howrah Vande Bharat Sleeper
Indian Railways introduces chicken curry on Kamakhya-Howrah Vande Bharat sleeper trains, reversing a controversial veg-only menu. The curry features regional Assamese and Bengali flavors.
Kolkata Voters Face Exclusion for Wrong SIR Documents
EC officials state voters submitting non-notified documents during SIR hearings may be excluded from final rolls. EROs and AEROs uploading wrong documents could face disciplinary action.
12-Year-Old Boy Dies in Gurgaon High-Rise Fall
A 12-year-old boy died after falling from the 15th floor of Tulip Violet society in Gurgaon's Sector 69. Police are investigating how he reached the society alone and whether it was an accident or suicide.
Chouhan Hosts Pulses Mission Meet in Constituency Village
Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan invites state agriculture ministers for a national consultation on pulses in Vidisha village, diverging from usual Delhi venues.
INS Condemns J&K Police Oral Summons to Journalists
The Indian Newspaper Society condemns Jammu and Kashmir Police's oral summons to journalists, calling it intimidation that bypasses due process and threatens press freedom.
Panchkula MC Implements Area Sabhas After 16-Year Delay
Panchkula Municipal Corporation finally activates the 2008 Haryana Municipal Citizens' Participation Act by establishing area sabhas in every ward to enhance local governance and public involvement in development works.
Gurgaon Couple Arrested for Husband's Murder in Faridabad
A woman and her boyfriend were arrested in Gurgaon for murdering her husband in Faridabad. The crime was planned after the husband discovered their extramarital affair.
Patna Traffic SI Suspended Over Truck Congestion Negligence
Patna traffic sub-inspector Pankaj Kumar suspended for dereliction of duty after failing to manage illegally parked sand trucks causing severe congestion on NH-139 near AIIMS Golambar.
ED Attaches Rs 2.9 Cr Properties in Hyderabad Bank Fraud
The Enforcement Directorate's Hyderabad office has provisionally attached four properties worth Rs 2.9 crore under PMLA in a bank fraud case involving Subbaiah Korrapati, accused of cheating Syndicate Bank of over Rs 12 crore.
Punjab Govt: Ageing Infrastructure Behind Contaminated Water Supply
Punjab government informs NGT that contaminated drinking water in Zirakpur-Banur-Rajpura belt stems from ageing infrastructure. Show-cause notices issued to officials, while comprehensive AMRUT 2.0 project aims to replace old pipelines by December 2026.
Punjab Police Arrests 4,233 in Gangster Crackdown
Punjab Police's 'Gangstran Te Vaar' campaign results in 4,233 arrests, 14,382 raids, recovery of 116 weapons, and 283 proclaimed offenders nabbed in two weeks.
SC Grants Bail to SAD's Majithia in DA Case
The Supreme Court has granted bail to Shiromani Akali Dal leader Bikram Singh Majithia in a disproportionate assets case, noting his seven-month custody and filed charge sheet. The ruling follows high court refusal and political allegations.
Police Foil Jewellery Burglary in Nanded, Arrest Accused
Markhel police night patrol team thwarted a burglary at Achyare Jewellers in Hannegaon village, arresting one suspect and recovering jewellery worth Rs 7.45 lakh in Nanded district.
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