25-Year Jail Term for Rapist in Garhwa Pocso Case
A Garhwa court sentenced Akhilesh Singh to 25 years rigorous imprisonment for raping a minor in 2023. The judge also imposed a fine of Rs 1 lakh. Read the full details of the landmark verdict.
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20-Year RI for Man Who Assaulted Disabled Girl in Villupuram
A special POCSO court in Villupuram sentenced K Rajendran to 20 years rigorous imprisonment for sexually assaulting a 13-year-old girl with intellectual disability. The survivor was awarded Rs 4 lakh compensation. Read the full details.
MHA Secretary Reviews India-Myanmar Border Security
Union Secretary Dr Rajendra Kumar conducted a high-level review of security and infrastructure along the vulnerable India-Myanmar border in Moreh, Manipur. Read about the plans to counter smuggling and refugee influx.
Ghaziabad fines restaurant Rs 10,000 for waste rule breach
Ghaziabad Municipal Corporation begins strict enforcement of waste segregation rules, imposing fines up to Rs 5 lakh for repeat offenders. Learn about the new penalty structure.
Vijayan: Left Has Tradition of Standing Against Communalism
Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan highlights Left's historical support for minorities at Samastha centenary event. He cites Malappuram district formation as evidence. Details inside.
Kolkata woman files police complaint over photo blackmail
A South Kolkata woman accuses a Purulia resident of capturing & distributing private photos to demand sexual favours & money. She filed a complaint at Bansdroni Police Station.
Telugu film personalities Aamani, Shobhalatha join BJP
Telugu actress Aamani and Nandi Award-winning make-up artist Shobhalatha joined the BJP in Hyderabad, citing PM Modi's policies. State BJP chief N Ramchander Rao welcomed them.
Modi's 3.8-km Guwahati Roadshow, Strategy Meet for Assam Polls
PM Narendra Modi led a massive roadshow in Guwahati and chaired a key BJP strategy session with 280 leaders ahead of Assam's assembly elections. Read about his visit and the party's northeast focus.
Agitation Outside Bangladesh High Commission Office in Agartala
A protest erupted outside the Bangladesh Assistant High Commission in Agartala, Tripura, over alleged illegal immigration. Police detained 35 demonstrators. Get the full details.
Modi inaugurates Guwahati's new airport terminal
PM Narendra Modi inaugurated the new terminal at Lokapriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport, Guwahati, calling it a transformative milestone for Assam's development and global connectivity.
Bengal's First-of-its-Kind SIR Exercise with 3,500 Observers
West Bengal CEO holds meeting to deploy micro-observers for error-free electoral rolls. A pioneering move in India's electoral process. Read the full details.
Ex-Pune Deputy Mayor Aba Bagul Joins Shiv Sena
Senior Congress leader Aba Bagul, former Pune deputy mayor, joins Shiv Sena with supporters, dealing a blow to Congress ahead of crucial municipal elections. Read the full story.
Maharashtra Civic Polls: Peaceful Voting, Counting Today
Elections for 23 municipal councils & nagar panchayats in Maharashtra concluded peacefully with 60-65% turnout. Counting for 286 civic bodies to be held Sunday. Details inside.
Pune Local Body Vote Counting Begins Sunday at 10 AM
Pune district gears up for vote counting of 14 municipal councils and 3 nagar panchayats on Sunday. 914 staff deployed with tight security. Get the latest updates here.
Pune Political Exodus: NCP, Sena Leaders Join BJP Before Polls
In a major pre-poll boost for BJP, several key leaders from NCP, NCP (SP), and Shiv Sena (UBT) joined the party in Mumbai. The move, just weeks before PMC nominations, reshapes Pune's political landscape. Read more.
Congress to go solo against BJP, Sena-UBT in BMC elections
Congress Maharashtra in-charge Ramesh Chennithala announces party will contest BMC polls alone, inviting like-minded parties like VBA. Strategy differs for 28 other civic bodies. Read the full story.
Goa ZP Polls: Record 70.8% Turnout, Results Today
Goa witnessed a historic 70.8% voter turnout in the Zilla Panchayat elections, the highest in two decades. The results, to be declared Monday, are seen as a key indicator for the 2027 assembly polls. Read more.
Joshi: Congress synonymous with corruption
Union Minister Pralhad Joshi launches a scathing attack on Congress, accusing it of institutionalizing corruption. He cites the 'PayCM' campaign and recent IT raids in Karnataka. Read more.
Thane: 5-Year Jail for Molestation, Rape Charges Dropped
A Thane POCSO court sentenced a 26-year-old to 5 years for molesting a 14-year-old but acquitted him of rape due to lapses in the investigation. Read the full details of the case.
Guwahati bus services halted for PM Modi visit, commuters stranded
Guwahati's bus services were suspended on Saturday, stranding passengers across the city. The buses were diverted for PM Modi's visit, causing major commute disruptions. Read more about the chaos and official response.
Major traffic jam on Hyderabad's PVNR Expressway after 3-car crash
A three-vehicle collision on Hyderabad's PVNR Expressway near Attapur caused severe traffic congestion on Saturday morning. Read about the accident details, injuries, and police response.
Jai Vidarbha Party to Contest All Four Vidarbha Civic Polls
The Jai Vidarbha Party announces it will contest elections in Nagpur, Amravati, Akola, and Chandrapur municipal corporations, linking local governance to the long-standing demand for a separate Vidarbha state. Read more.
NBW Against Hizbul Chief Syed Salah-ud-Din in UAPA Case
A special court in Jammu and Kashmir issues a non-bailable warrant against Pakistan-based Hizbul Mujahideen chief Syed Salah-ud-Din in a 2012 UAPA case. Read the full details.
Siblings killed in expressway hit-and-run, child critical
A brother and sister died on the spot after a dumper truck hit their motorcycle on the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway near Faridabad. The woman's 3-year-old son is injured. Driver fled.
Tamil Nadu Tops India's Most-Indebted States List: PMK
PMK leader Anbumani Ramadoss slams DMK govt as Tamil Nadu's debt hits ₹9.55 lakh crore, topping the list of most-indebted Indian states for the fourth consecutive year. Details inside.
Court Denies Bail in Ahmedabad Fake Passport Case
Ahmedabad court refuses bail to Bangladeshi national caught with fake Indian passport at airport. Details on the case, arguments, and judge's ruling inside.
Ahmedabad cop suspended for slapping woman in traffic row
Ahmedabad head constable Jayantibhai Zala suspended after allegedly assaulting a woman during a traffic stop. Both parties file complaints. Multiple viral videos surface.
Telangana Deputy CM: Job Calendar Key for Youth Future
Telangana Deputy CM Bhatti Vikramarka calls for a transparent job calendar and fair recruitment to secure youth's future. He also highlights education's role in eradicating social inequality.
36-Year Wait Ends: Ahmedabad Mill Workers Get Dues
In a landmark verdict, 3,288 workers of a closed Ahmedabad textile mill will finally receive Rs 27.87 crore in dues after a 36-year legal fight. The Gujarat High Court orders disbursement from auction proceeds.
Abandoned Newborn Rescued in Hazaribag, Under CWC Care
A newborn girl was rescued after being abandoned near a health centre in Hazaribag. The baby is now under treatment and Child Welfare Committee care. Read the full story of the rescue.
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