Punjab busts wildlife racket selling lizard genitals as roots
Punjab forest officials arrest three for trafficking sambar deer horns and monitor lizard genitals, sold as lucky charms. Read how superstition fuels illegal wildlife trade.
Category : Politics
Consumer Commission Orders Refund & ₹8k Compensation in Bengaluru Chit Fraud
A Bengaluru shopkeeper cheated in a Dasara chit scheme wins a legal battle. The consumer commission ordered a ₹6,600 refund with interest and ₹8,000 compensation for mental agony. Read the full story.
Trinidad Authorises US Military Aircraft Use
Trinidad and Tobago permits US military aircraft at its airports, escalating regional tensions with Venezuela. Details on the strategic move and Caracas's response.
UP Police's Next Challenge: Building Trust Beyond Crime Control
Uttar Pradesh has transformed its security landscape in 8 years. Now, the focus shifts to institutional reform, grievance redressal, and citizen-centric policing for lasting trust. Explore the journey.
Barabanki Hit-and-Run: 2 Dead, Woman Critical
A speeding vehicle killed two and critically injured a woman in a head-on collision near Sameer International School in Barabanki. Police are searching for the unidentified driver.
Two arrested for murder of Rae Bareli madrassa teacher
Rae Bareli police arrest two men for the murder of a 45-year-old madrassa teacher. The victim was attacked with a hammer and bricks. Read the full details of the case.
Deadly 27km NH Stretch to Get 6 Lanes, 13 Underpasses
A notorious 27km bottleneck on the Salem-Kochi NH sees ~100 fatal accidents yearly. NHAI's ₹1800 crore plan for six lanes, underpasses & flyovers awaits approval. Read the full plan to enhance safety.
Ram Vilas Vedanti, Ex-BJP MP and Ram Temple Leader, Dies
Ram Vilas Vedanti, a two-time BJP MP and pivotal figure in the Ram Janmabhoomi movement, has passed away. His life was marked by ideological commitment and a key role in the Ayodhya dispute.
Illegal Gurgaon market built by criminal brothers demolished
Gurgaon police demolished an illegal commercial market on half-acre MCG land in Badshapur, occupied by two brothers with multiple criminal cases. The action sends a strong message against encroachment and crime-linked assets. Read more.
Yogi Adityanath chairs high-level review meeting in Lucknow
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath holds a crucial review meeting with ministers and top bureaucrats to assess development projects and ensure timely execution. Read for key details.
Chennai school students face traffic chaos despite CM's 2022 order
Despite CM MK Stalin's 2022 directive to Cumta, students on Chennai's Santhome High Road face daily dangers from wrong-side driving and traffic chaos. Authorities promise action.
UDF to Broaden Foundation for Kerala Assembly Elections: Satheesan
Opposition Leader V D Satheesan declares UDF is evolving beyond a coalition into a broad political platform, aiming for a stronger foundation ahead of Kerala legislative assembly elections.
Amritpal Singh's Parole Hearing Postponed Again
The Punjab and Haryana High Court postpones Amritpal Singh's parole plea hearing. The pro-Khalistan leader remains in Dibrugarh jail. What's next for the Waris Punjab De chief? Read the latest updates.
Court Rejects CBI Closure in Akanksh Sen Murder Case
Chandigarh court rejects CBI's closure report in the 2017 murder of Akanksh Sen, grandson of former HP CM Virbhadra Singh. Case to be reinvestigated. Details inside.
Mandi Prepares for Vijay Diwas Commemoration on Dec 16
Mandi district in Himachal Pradesh gears up to observe Vijay Diwas on December 16, commemorating India's 1971 war victory. The event will honor war heroes and martyrs. Read more.
Vishwakarma, Ramayana to Replace MGNREGA: Opposition Protests
The Centre's proposal to replace MGNREGA with schemes named after Vishwakarma and Ramayana sparks Opposition outcry. Critics question the removal of Gandhi's name from the rural jobs guarantee.
Chinks in Akali Dal Breakaway Faction as Leaders Skip Campaigning
Internal discord surfaces in the Shiromani Akali Dal (Taksali) as key leaders skip campaigning for candidates in Ayali and Dakha assembly segments. This rift could impact the party's electoral strategy.
Rioting case filed after ballot snatch in Malout, Punjab
A case of rioting has been registered in Punjab's Malout following the snatching of ballot papers during municipal elections. Key suspects named. Get the full details.
UP Ends Estimate System for Electricity Connections
UPERC proposes a lumpsum fee for new electricity connections, ending corruption-prone estimates. Final approval expected Dec 18. Get details on new transparent charges.
Yogi Orders Surprise Paddy Centre Checks in Shahjahanpur
UP CM Yogi Adityanath orders surprise inspections of paddy procurement centres in Shahjahanpur after a farmer's complaint during Janata Darshan. Action promised against irregularities.
Wolf Sighting Sparks Panic in Bahraich After Attack
Panic returns to Bahraich villages as a wolf is sighted near Kaiserganj, just a day after a toddler was killed. Forest department launches drone search. Stay vigilant.
UP to Assess Village Political Backwardness Before Panchayat Polls
Uttar Pradesh plans a commission to determine political backwardness in villages before panchayat elections, using a triple-test formula. Key details inside.
Fatal Accident on Pune's Katraj-Kondhwa Road
A 35-year-old teacher died in an accident on Pune's notorious Katraj-Kondhwa Road, highlighting persistent safety issues despite PMC's promises. Read about the incomplete works and commuter woes.
Pune Teacher Dies in Scooter Accident on Katraj-Kondhwa Road
A 35-year-old teacher died after her scooter skidded on the poorly maintained Katraj-Kondhwa road in Pune. Police cite wrong-side driving and bad road conditions as key factors. Read the full report.
Karnataka HC convicts ex-employee for criminal contempt
Karnataka High Court convicts a dismissed astrophysics institute employee for criminal contempt. Division bench imposes fine. Read the full details and legal implications here.
No Tree Cutting at Bengaluru's Cantonment Station: Police
Bengaluru police clarify no permission for tree cutting at Cantonment railway station. Railway officials state only shrub clearance for cleaning. Details on the environmental concern.
BJP MLA Rajeshwar Singh's Call to Youth for New India
BJP MLA Rajeshwar Singh inspires youth to lead India's future with innovation. He highlights Lucknow's AI City, Aero City & digital education as symbols of progress. Read more.
UPSSF Jawan Killed in Gomtinagar Hit-and-Run
UPSSF jawan Akhilesh Chaube died after being hit by a high-speed car in Lucknow's Gomtinagar. The driver was caught. Read the full details of the tragic incident.
Gang sought Ram Temple blessings before Rs 6.61 lakh heist
Lucknow Police busts interstate gang from Maharashtra that stole diamond bangles worth Rs 6.61 lakh after offering prayers at Ayodhya's Ram Temple. Full recovery made. Read the details.
Lucknow Boy, 6, Hit by Car Near Fish Market
A six-year-old boy was critically injured after a speeding car hit him in Lucknow's Krishnanagar. The child is undergoing treatment as police act on the family's complaint. Read the full details.
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