Congress & BJP Workers Clash Over Banner in Karnataka
Tensions flare in Karnataka's KGF as supporters of Congress MLA Bharath Reddy and BJP's Janardhana Reddy clash over a banner. Police intervene to control the situation. Read the full report.
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Bengaluru's 26km Walkathon Tests City's Pedestrian Infrastructure
Over 300 citizens in Bengaluru welcomed 2026 by walking 26km to audit footpaths. The citizen-driven initiative, joined by top officials, pushed for safer, walkable streets as a civic necessity. Read more.
Magenta Line to be Delhi Metro's longest corridor
Delhi Metro's Magenta Line will surpass the Pink Line as the network's longest corridor, reaching 76.6km after a new 9.9km underground stretch is added. Discover the new stations and connectivity benefits.
Hope for 34,576 Messi Fans as SIT Seeks Refund Release
A Special Investigation Team in Kolkata has moved court to release Rs 19 crore for refunds to fans of Lionel Messi. Over 34,000 fans await ticket money from the cancelled Salt Lake Stadium event.
Nemmeli Desalination Plant Fails to Quench Chennai's Thirst
Despite the 150 MLD Nemmeli desalination plant's operation, Chennai's OMR residents face water scarcity, relying on costly tankers. Officials promise new projects, but trust is low. Read more.
Karnataka Covid Probe Finds Irregularities in Rs 105 Crore Spend
Justice D'Cunha Commission submits final report on Karnataka's Covid-19 mismanagement, flagging deaths and irregularities in medical procurement worth over Rs 105 crore. Govt urged to release findings for transparency.
85% in Karnataka mining areas unaware of PMKKKY: CAG
A CAG audit reveals 85% of beneficiaries in Karnataka's mining districts don't know about the PMKKKY scheme, despite Rs 3,902 crore spent. Read about the awareness gaps and government's next steps.
Governor Kambhampati Promotes Govt Schemes for Women in Puri
Odisha Governor Hari Babu Kambhampati encouraged women in Puri to pursue entrepreneurship using govt loans like MUDRA. He reviewed key schemes for financial self-reliance. Read more.
BJP to legally fight Kogilu eviction rehab, protest on Jan 5
BJP to approach courts against Bengaluru govt's Kogilu encroachment rehab plan, alleging norm violations. Party announces massive protest at Freedom Park on January 5. Details inside.
6 Kg Gold Smuggling to Sri Lanka Thwarted in Nagapattinam
Tamil Nadu's Q Branch police intercept 6 kg of gold worth Rs 7 crore being smuggled to Sri Lanka via Vedaranyam coast. One arrested. Read the full investigation details.
Anu Garg meets Odisha Governor, discusses governance priorities
Odisha's new Chief Secretary Anu Garg met Governor Hari Babu Kambhampati, exchanging New Year greetings and discussing key administrative and welfare initiatives for the state's progress.
AI Tent Protest in Bengaluru Mocks Kogilu Rehabilitation
Bengaluru netizens launch a sarcastic AI tent protest after govt allots flats worth Rs 11.2 lakh to those evicted from Kogilu encroachments. #MyTentsMyRight trends as public questions policy. Read more.
Madurai's Poster Menace: Fines Fail to Stop Defacement
Despite weekly clean-ups and fines, Madurai struggles with illegal posters on flyovers and public walls. Officials turn to murals and vertical gardens for a solution. Read more.
Two booked for posing as officials to travel illegally in Mumbai
Mumbai GRP books two men for posing as CBI & railway officials with fake IDs to travel illegally on Harbour line. Details of the separate incidents revealed.
Bengaluru's New Garbage Tender Brings Stiff Fines
The Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike introduces a new garbage tender with strict penalties for contractors failing to collect waste. Learn about the new rules and fines.
Two murders in Madurai: 5 arrested, manhunt launched
Two separate murders in Madurai late Wednesday see swift police action. Five auto drivers arrested for hacking a driver, while search intensifies for killers of a construction worker. Latest updates.
Govt Ends Home-Delivered Fitness Certs, Mandates ATS Tests
Private vehicles over 15 years old must now get fitness & pollution tests at Automated Test Stations. A 10-second geo-tagged video is mandatory. Read the new rules.
BMC Polls: Rs 15 Lakh Limit, Daily Expense Accounts Must
Mumbai BMC election candidates must now keep daily expense accounts from nomination day. A Rs 15 lakh spending cap and new rate card aim for transparency. Full details inside.
Pune Polls: NCP Backs Gangster Kin, BJP Criticizes
BJP's Murlidhar Mohol criticizes Ajit Pawar's NCP for fielding kin of gangsters in PMC polls. Get the latest twists in Pune's political drama and candidate controversies.
Bengaluru Auto Driver Found Murdered, Police Probe Underway
A 35-year-old auto driver was brutally murdered in Bengaluru's Kacharakanahalli. Police recover the body and launch a manhunt for the killers. Read the latest details.
Bengaluru Cab Driver Assaulted in NYE Drunken Brawl
A New Year's Eve celebration in Bengaluru turned violent as a group of drunk men assaulted a cab driver and damaged his vehicle. Police have registered a case and are investigating.
Speeding Bike Hits Temple Wall in Bengaluru, Rider Killed
A tragic accident in Bengaluru's Varthur claims a young man's life after his speeding motorcycle collides with a temple compound wall. Details on the incident and police investigation.
Karnataka mulls strict law to prevent honour killings
Karnataka govt considers a stringent 'Manya Patil' law against honour killings after a pregnant woman's murder. Minister announces compensation, probe into negligence. Read the latest updates.
Trichy New Year chaos: 18-year-old dies in bike crash
New Year's Eve in Trichy turned tragic as reckless driving and firecrackers led to chaos. An 18-year-old died in a bike crash on Madurai-Chennai Highway. Police investigate despite warnings. Read the full report.
Vaiko's Equality March: Stalin to Flag Off Trichy-Madurai Walk
Tamil Nadu CM M K Stalin will flag off MDMK chief Vaiko's 'Equality March' from Trichy to Madurai. The walk aims to promote social harmony and counter drug abuse. Read for details.
Trichy NYE chaos: Bridge blocked, 12 held for drug peddling
Trichy's New Year revelry turned chaotic with severe traffic violations on Cauvery Bridge, trapping ambulances. Police vow action, 12 arrested in separate drug peddling case. Read details.
Karnataka to hold all pending local body polls this year
Deputy CM DK Shivakumar announces all pending local body elections in Karnataka, including for the Greater Bengaluru Authority, will be held in 2024. The move comes amid criticism and court cases over delays.
Unidentified Body Found Near Vadodara Bridge
Police discovered an unidentified man's body near a bridge in Jambua village, Vadodara. A bag and helmet were found at the scene. Investigations and post-mortem are ongoing.
Karnataka Hate Speech Bill in Limbo, Governor Seeks Legal Advice
The contentious Karnataka Hate Speech Bill, 2025, faces legal review as Governor Gehlot seeks expert opinion. Opposition alleges it curbs free speech. Will it go for Presidential reference? Read the latest.
118 Ghost Trucks Exposed in Karnal Paddy Scam
A Special Investigation Team in Karnal reveals a major paddy procurement scam involving 118 non-existent trucks. Discover the shocking details of this agricultural fraud.
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