Damana Clash Injures Man in Bhubaneswar
A man was critically injured after a violent clash between two groups in Bhubaneswar's Damana area. Police deployed forces and detained suspects following the incident.
Category : Politics
Orissa HC Fines State Rs 1 Lakh in Compassionate Appointment Case
Orissa High Court imposes Rs 1 lakh exemplary cost on state government for filing a 'militantly unworthy' appeal challenging compassionate appointment order, pulling up officials for making false contentions.
Mumbai's Girl Singhams Transform Slums Through Vigilance
In Mumbai's Cheetah Camp and Sathe Nagar, over 1,200 adolescent girls known as 'Girl Singhams' are leading community change, preventing child marriages, reclaiming public spaces, and confronting social issues with CRY's support.
Congress Slams KTR on Phone Tapping, Alleges BRS Surveillance
Telangana Congress president B Mahesh Kumar Goud criticizes BRS leader KT Rama Rao over phone tapping allegations, calling it a serious constitutional violation and revealing widespread surveillance during previous government.
Women's Commission Grievance Meeting in Coimbatore
The National Commission for Women conducted a special grievance redressal meeting in Coimbatore, addressing over 50 women's petitions and 41 complaints, primarily concerning domestic violence and false marriage promises.
Odisha Seeks Mahanadi Tribunal Extension, Slams BJD
Odisha government requests Centre to extend Mahanadi Water Disputes Tribunal tenure by nine months, accusing previous BJD administration of weakening state's case and favoring Chhattisgarh in the long-standing water dispute.
Telangana HC Slams HYDRAA Chief in Lake Contempt Case
The Telangana High Court expressed strong displeasure with HYDRAA commissioner AV Ranganath for participating in a kite festival at Batukammakunta lake, allegedly violating court orders. The court directed him to file a detailed counter and adjourned the
Woman with Fake Diplomatic Plates Arrested in Delhi
Delhi Police arrested a Guwahati-based woman for allegedly using forged diplomatic number plates on a Toyota Innova to access embassies and sensitive zones ahead of Republic Day, citing national security concerns.
Homi Bhabha's Legacy: 60 Years After the Tragic Air Crash
On January 24, 1966, Homi Bhabha, father of India's nuclear programme, died in an Air India crash. Sixty years later, Mumbai struggles to preserve his legacy amid disappearing landmarks.
SHRC Orders Relocation of 44 Families in Kochi Over Pollution
Kerala State Human Rights Commission directs Kochi district collector to inspect and relocate 44 families living for 39 years near BPCL and HOCL plants due to severe environmental pollution.
Pradhan: Develop Khinda as Inspiration Field, Not Just Worship Place
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan emphasized developing Khinda, birthplace of freedom fighter Veer Surendra Sai, as an inspiration field. He inaugurated projects and announced memorial plans during 218th birth anniversary celebrations.
India's First 'Made in India' C295 Aircraft by September
The first 'Made in India' C295 military transport aircraft will be rolled out before September 2026, marking a significant milestone in India's defence manufacturing under the Airbus-Tata partnership.
Chennai's 1,000 Road Relaying to Start in Feb with ₹200 Crore
Greater Chennai Corporation will relay over 1,000 battered roads starting February at ₹200 crore cost, targeting key areas like Adyar and Anna Nagar, with contractors expressing funding concerns.
VP Honors Netaji's Vision at Cuttack Event
Vice-President CP Radhakrishnan commemorated Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose's 129th birth anniversary in Cuttack, emphasizing India's progress toward poverty eradication and the Viksit Bharat 2047 goal.
Bandi Sanjay Questions SIT Autonomy in Phone Tapping Case
Union Minister Bandi Sanjay alleges state government interference in the SIT investigation into the Hyderabad phone tapping case, questioning its credibility and demanding clarity on key figures.
Adhikari Visits Netaji Bhawan, Skips Red Road Tradition
West Bengal's Leader of Opposition Suvendu Adhikari broke from tradition by visiting Netaji Bhawan instead of Red Road to honor Subhas Chandra Bose on his birth anniversary, guided by Netaji's grandnephew Sugata Bose.
Karnataka Boosts Forest Security After Leopard Attack
Following a fatal leopard attack on a pilgrim at Male Mahadeshwara Hills, Karnataka's forest department deploys drones and additional personnel to enhance safety during festivals.
Hyderabad CP Dismisses BRS Leader's Claims, Demands Proof
Hyderabad Police Commissioner VC Sajjanar has dismissed allegations by BRS leader RS Praveen Kumar, terming them misleading and defamatory. He issued a notice demanding evidence within two days.
Telangana HC Sets Aside Death Penalty for Mother in Infant Killing
Telangana High Court has overturned the death sentence of a 35-year-old woman convicted for killing her infant daughter, accepting her insanity plea based on paranoid schizophrenia and delusions.
HYDRAA Secures Park in Hyderabad's Gopal Nagar from Encroachment
The Hyderabad Disaster Response Agency reclaimed a 3,300 sq yd park in Gopal Nagar after residents complained of encroachments. Officials removed a shed and installed fencing to protect the public space.
Warrant Against Builder in Noida Engineer Death
A non-bailable warrant has been issued against absconding Lotus Greens founder Nirmal Singh in connection with the death of engineer Yuvraj Mehta, who drowned after his car plunged into a waterlogged trench in Noida's Sector 150 on January 17.
Sambhal CJM Changed Again: Mosque Survey Judge Returns
Aditya Singh, who ordered the survey of Sambhal Jama Masjid leading to 2024 violence, has been transferred back to his original post as Civil Judge (Senior Division).
Maoist Toll Hits 17 in Jharkhand's Saranda Forest Operation
In Jharkhand's West Singhbhum district, two additional Maoists were killed in the ongoing Mega-buru anti-Naxal operation, raising the total fatalities to 17 over the last 36 hours.
Patna Girl Dies After Being Set on Fire
A 17-year-old girl in Patna has died from severe burn injuries a week after being allegedly set on fire by a man who surrendered in court.
Pak Jaish Terrorist Killed in Kathua Gunfight
Security forces eliminated a Pakistani Jaish-e-Mohammed terrorist in Kathua's Billawar area. This operation follows recent casualties in Kishtwar, highlighting ongoing counter-terror efforts in Jammu and Kashmir.
EOW Case Filed Over Rs 13 Crore Oxygen Plant Payment Dispute
Delhi Police's Economic Offences Wing registers case after Katyayani Enterprises alleges non-payment of Rs 13 crore for installing oxygen plants in Defence Ministry hospitals during Covid-19 pandemic.
Ghaziabad: 11-Year-Old Dies in Open Drain Accident
An 11-year-old boy named Ahil died after falling into an uncovered drain in Mazra Jhundpura village, Ghaziabad. He was rushed to a hospital 15 km away but declared dead on arrival, highlighting safety concerns.
Chennai Student Injured in 30ft Flyover Car Crash
A 19-year-old college student in Chennai was critically injured after his car fell nearly 30ft from the Maduravoyal flyover early Friday morning. Police are investigating the cause of the accident.
Nagpur HC on Khaparkheda Plant Pollution, Migration
Nagpur bench of Bombay High Court issues notices over PIL alleging Khaparkheda thermal power station pollution forced village migration, citing toxic emissions and water contamination.
Main Accused Arrested in Barnala Sacrilege Case
Barnala Police have arrested Kuldeep Singh as the main accused in the alleged sacrilege at Thikriwal village, bringing total arrests to three. The incident involved torn pages from Gutka Sahib being strewn during a martyrdom day observance.
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