Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria's Nasha Mukti Yatra has become a political flashpoint as AAP and Congress skip the event, targeting SAD and BJP participation, while parties trade barbs over drug-fighting sincerity.
A criminal carrying a Rs 5,000 reward was injured in a shootout with Koirauna police in Bhadohi district. He and two accomplices were arrested after a chase, with weapons and a motorcycle recovered.
A gas cylinder explosion in Kanpur's Naya Purwa left an elderly man with severe burns and killed two goats. Police report the blast occurred due to a forgotten gas leak after cooking.
A caste-based dispute at a private bank in Kanpur intensifies as Ritu Tripathi releases a video responding to Aastha Singh's viral claims, with both women alleging insults and threats.
A Fast Track Court in Ambala has sentenced Ajesh alias Aju to 20 years of rigorous imprisonment and a Rs 10,000 fine for kidnapping and sexually assaulting a minor girl in January 2024.
Kurukshetra police arrested Monu from Uttar Pradesh for allegedly cheating a businessman of Rs 66 lakh by promising valuable herbal medicines for heart diseases. The Economic Offences Wing made the arrest after a detailed investigation.
An inter college in Kannauj's Saurikh area faced a severe threat to blow up the institute with RDX and kill its operator, Kuldeep Yadav, and his son, via a registered post letter. Police are investigating discrepancies in sender details.
Residents in Noida sectors report frequent power outages and unexpectedly high electricity bills, with RWAs filing complaints to the power department and threatening escalation.
The Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh High Court upheld an ex-Army havaldar's disability pension, ruling that military service stress and family separation aggravated his health conditions, affirming the Armed Forces Tribunal's decision.
FBI agents retrieved a black glove near Nancy Guthrie's residence, offering a key lead in the kidnapping case. Hundreds of detectives are involved as the search expands in Tucson.
The Indian government's new performance scorecards for Union secretaries focus on quantifiable metrics like file disposal rates, but critics argue they overlook crucial policy advisory functions essential in a parliamentary democracy.
Shashi Tharoor introduces a Private Member's Bill for a permanent, objective framework to reorganize Indian states, addressing administrative challenges posed by large populations and promoting better governance.
A shocking road rage incident in Bengaluru saw a goods vehicle driver lying on a car bonnet and being dragged for 1km on Old Airport Road after a minor collision escalated into a violent confrontation.
The Delhi government's IT department has been urging officials to read official emails for three months, but many still ignore them, risking access to key services and instructions.
Opposition MPs file a no-confidence motion against Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, citing grievances over conduct and rule enforcement. This rare move highlights deep parliamentary tensions and the need for trust-building in a polarized climate.
On February 12, 1986, Karnataka Chief Minister Ramakrishna Hegde resigned following a High Court judgment in the arrack bottling case, amid political turmoil and regional unrest.
The Supreme Court has ordered the Indian government to file a detailed report outlining the procedural protocols followed in the investigation of the Air India Express crash. This directive aims to ensure transparency and adherence to established safety s
The Supreme Court of India has ruled that individuals seeking bail must disclose their criminal history, including pending cases, to ensure transparency and prevent misuse of the legal process.
A 17-year-old girl was discovered deceased at a hotel in Abohar, Punjab. Police have arrested a youth in connection with the case, with investigations ongoing to determine the circumstances.
A 39-year-old man was found dead in Chandigarh after allegedly hanging himself. Police are investigating the incident and have sent the body for post-mortem.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman firmly rejected state criticism of cesses and surcharges, stating they comply with the Constitution. She accused states like West Bengal of hypocrisy on GST while imposing additional taxes.
A US-returned software engineer has been arrested for allegedly stabbing his parents to death in their Bengaluru villa following heated arguments over financial support for his startup ventures.
A Fatehabad fast-track court sentenced Gaurav Soni to 20 years in prison and a Rs 1.75 lakh fine for kidnapping and raping a minor girl in a 2023 case under POCSO Act.
A private school in Jaipur's Shipra Path area was closed for a day after receiving a bomb threat via email, prompting a two-hour security operation involving multiple police units.
Group Captain A G Bewoor, a hero of Operation Cactus, highlights the importance of professional military judgement over political pressures, citing historical examples like the 1971 war.
The Delhi High Court has issued notices on applications by Priya Kapur seeking dismissal of a suit filed by her mother-in-law Rani Kapur over alleged fraudulent trust creation. The court also addressed perjury allegations and set timelines for responses.
India prepares for a nationwide general strike on February 12, 2026, with 14 trade unions mobilizing 30 crore workers. Odisha, Assam, Kerala, and West Bengal face severe disruptions in transport, banking, and government services.
A domestic gas cylinder explosion in Kanpur's Naya Purwa left an elderly man with severe burns and killed two goats. Police investigation reveals the blast occurred due to gas leakage after the cylinder was left on.
The Samajwadi Party's Prayagraj unit condemns the UP state budget 2026-27, calling it disconnected from inflation, unemployment, and farm distress, with no clear solutions for jobs or agriculture.
Uttar Pradesh's latest budget emphasizes artificial intelligence, metro expansion, solar cities, and welfare schemes for women, farmers, and youth across all districts.