HC sets aside order, upholds diploma equivalence for foreman post
Uttarakhand High Court overturns single bench order, rules 3-year polytechnic diploma after 10th is equivalent to intermediate for foreman instructor recruitment. Details inside.
Category : Politics
Garhwa SDO's Winter Drive Aids 7,000 with Warm Clothes
Garhwa SDO Sanjay Kumar led a 27-day initiative, 'Aaye Khushiyan Baatein', distributing jackets, caps & footwear to 7,000 vulnerable people across remote areas to combat the cold wave. Read how empathy drove this relief effort.
Jamshedpur roads get facelift ahead of President Murmu's visit
President Droupadi Murmu's Dec 29 visit to Jamshedpur triggers major road repairs, encroachment removal, and civic improvements, bringing relief to residents after years of neglect.
Ranchi: Man kills self after shooting girlfriend
A 35-year-old unemployed man in Ranchi shot his girlfriend before dying by suicide after her family planned her marriage to another man. The victim remains critical.
HC Judge Inspects Hazaribag Juvenile Home & Central Jail
Justice Sujit Narayan Prasad inspected Hazaribag's observation home and central jail, reviewing facilities and interacting with inmates. Read the full report on the judge's directives.
Padma Shri Norma Alvares: Mediation Gives Women a Voice
Senior advocate Norma Alvares highlights mediation's role in empowering women at a national symposium. She calls it a compassionate tool for justice, addressing power imbalances in disputes.
CPI Jharkhand Marks 100 Years, Pledges to Fight for Resources
Jharkhand CPI celebrated its centenary, pledging to protect natural resources and amplify the voices of the poor and laborers. Read about their historic commitment.
TMC's Abhishek Banerjee launches mass outreach for 2026 polls
TMC's Abhishek Banerjee launches a massive 'connect and dialogue' outreach plan ahead of the 2026 West Bengal elections, addressing 15,000 party workers in a virtual meet.
Agra: Fake minister letters used in school admission scam
Two men arrested in Agra for cheating parents by promising school admissions using forged recommendation letters in the name of minister Baby Rani Maurya. Police probe underway.
Delhi's Rs 5 Atal Canteens: A Patchy Launch
Delhi's new Rs 5 meal scheme shows promise but faces implementation gaps. While some canteens feed hundreds, others remain under construction. Explore the on-ground reality of food security.
HC Judges Review Plans for CJI Surya Kant's Hisar Visit
Punjab & Haryana HC judges visited Hisar to review preparations for CJI Justice Surya Kant's visit in Jan 2026, where he will inaugurate new courts and interact with the bar. Read more.
JD(U) Sets 1 Crore Membership Target, Plans Drive
JD(U) leaders, including Ashok Choudhary, strategize to achieve a historic 1 crore membership target by 2026. Learn about the party's booth-level campaign plans.
Second jewellery store robbed in Jharkhand's Jamtara district
Thieves broke into Shirdi Jewellers in Mihijam, cutting through a rear wall and an almirah. The theft follows a similar armed robbery in Jamtara days earlier, raising security concerns.
Aaditya Thackeray questions BJP's Palghar accused induction
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray criticizes BJP for inducting those linked to Palghar sadhu attack. He accuses the government of failing on jobs and water in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar rally. Read more.
79 NMMC staff face action for skipping election duty
Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation issues notices to 79 officers absent from election duty. Commissioner warns of police case if they fail to report. Read details on the upcoming civic polls.
Odisha Forester Held for Crores in Assets on Rs 70k Salary
A forest department employee in Odisha, months from retirement, detained after vigilance finds disproportionate assets worth crores, including gold, plots, and bitcoin. Read the full investigation details.
Garhwa fire guts shop & house near Ramna Market, Rs 20L loss
A major fire in Garhwa's Ramna Main Market destroyed a cloth store and a house, causing an estimated Rs 20 lakh loss. Police investigation into the cause is ongoing. Read for details.
TN Assembly Session Starts January 20
The Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly's first session of 2025 commences on January 20. Governor R.N. Ravi will address the House, setting the stage for key policy debates.
Madras HC Seeks Response on Dargah's Kandoori Festival
Madras High Court seeks official response on plea to ban animal sacrifice at Thiruparankundram dargah's Santhanakoodu festival. Hearing adjourned to Jan 2. Read the full details.
Pilot Leads Aravalli March, Slams Govt Over Illegal Mining
Congress leader Sachin Pilot leads NSUI protest in Jaipur, accusing BJP govt of endangering Aravallis. He cites data showing 90% of hills could lose protection. Read more.
Bettiah ATM Robbery Leads to Police Suspensions
Three sub-inspectors suspended and eight personnel face salary hold after lapses during Rs 24 lakh ATM heist in West Champaran. Internal probe reveals negligence in night patrol.
Tripura Speaker Biswabandhu Sen Dies at 72
Tripura mourns the loss of Assembly Speaker Biswabandhu Sen, who passed away in Bengaluru after a prolonged illness. PM Modi, CM Saha lead tributes. State announces 3-day mourning.
Patna Police Bust ATM Fraud Gang, 12 Arrested
Patna police crack down on a sophisticated ATM fraud ring using card trapping and PIN theft. 12 arrested, mastermind still at large. Learn how to protect yourself.
India Wants Close, Friendly Relations with Bangladesh People
MEA reaffirms India's commitment to close ties with Bangladesh. Official spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal emphasizes partnership based on shared interests and connectivity. Read more.
Indian Coast Guard Ship Repatriates 12 Fishermen from Sri Lanka
ICGS Rani Durgavati successfully repatriated 12 Indian fishermen from Sri Lankan custody. The operation highlights crucial India-Sri Lanka maritime cooperation and safety for fishermen.
Ex-BJP MLA Sanchita Mohanty dies at 67 in Bhubaneswar
Former BJP MLA and noted women's leader Sanchita Mohanty passed away at 67. A champion for women, Dalits, and farmers, she served Korei from 2004-2009. Read more.
Jharkhand govt transfers 831 acres tribal land to Hindalco
Former CM Champai Soren accuses Jharkhand govt of forcibly acquiring 830.92 acres of tribal land in Kolhan to compensate for Palamu mining. He alleges bypass of tribal governance and threat to livelihoods.
Massive Fire Breaks Out in Delhi's Chandni Chowk
A significant fire broke out in a building in Delhi's historic Chandni Chowk area. Five fire tenders rushed to the spot to control the blaze. No casualties reported so far.
Latehar Police Bust Crime Network, Arrest 66, Find Pakistan Link
Latehar police's 2025 offensive led to 66 arrests and seizure of illegal arms, including a Glock with Pakistan links. SP vows heightened action against organised crime. Read details.
HC Orders Regularisation of Haryana Forest Workers
Punjab & Haryana HC directs Haryana govt to regularise daily-wage forest workers, calling denial after 20+ years arbitrary. Landmark ruling impacts casual labour rights.
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