Bengaluru Debt Trap: Rs 5,000 Loan Leads to Kidnapping, Extortion
Four men arrested in Bengaluru for kidnapping a man over Rs 5,000 debt, extorting Rs 47,000, stealing gold chain, and trapping him with fake drug video at JP Nagar graveyard.
Category : Politics
Vidarbha Farmer Suicides Crisis Since 1998: Tiwari
Tiwari highlights the ongoing farmer suicide crisis in West Vidarbha, a cotton and soyabean region, with reports since 1998, criticizing government inaction.
Delhi Govt: Free LPG Cylinders on Holi, Diwali for Ration Card Holders
The Delhi government has announced a welfare scheme providing free LPG cylinders during Holi and Diwali festivals to eligible ration card holders, addressing household energy needs.
DGCA Clears Dreamliner, Cites Pilot Training Need
India's aviation regulator DGCA finds no mechanical fault in Air India's grounded Boeing 787, attributes fuel switch issue to incorrect handling, and recommends crew training.
Air India, IndiGo Planes Collide at Mumbai Airport
A minor collision occurred between an Air India and an IndiGo aircraft at Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport. Both planes had passengers onboard, but no injuries were reported. Authorities are investigating the incident.
Bombay HC Gives Abu Salem Deadline on Parole Plea
The Bombay High Court has granted Abu Salem until Thursday to decide on withdrawing his emergency parole plea to visit Uttar Pradesh after his brother's death, with the court emphasizing he must pay for police escorts.
Gujarat CM Calls for Advance Water Conservation Planning
Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel urged district collectors to maximize rainwater collection through advance planning during a video conference reviewing water conservation initiatives.
Ahmedabad Fire: Girl Rescued from Govt Building Blaze
A fire erupted on the 8th floor of a government residential building in Vastrapur, Ahmedabad, causing panic. Firefighters rescued a trapped 10-year-old girl and contained the blaze, preventing casualties with estimated Rs 50,000 property damage.
DRDO Tests Core Tech for Indigenous Air-to-Air Missiles
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has conducted a successful test of a key technology that will form the foundation for India's future homegrown air-to-air missile systems, enhancing national defence capabilities.
Karnataka Excise Scam: Opposition Demands Minister's Resignation
Opposition parties in Karnataka staged an all-night protest demanding the resignation of Excise Minister Timmapur over alleged excise scam involving funds diverted to poll-bound states.
UPSC Quiz: Polity MCQs on MP Suspension, Fundamental Rights
Test your UPSC Prelims 2026 preparation with this Polity and Governance quiz covering suspension of MPs, Article 21 rights, parliamentary committees, and question types. Revise key static syllabus topics.
Martial Arts Champion Yumnam Khemchand Singh Named Manipur CM
Yumnam Khemchand Singh, a two-time MLA and fourth dan black belt in taekwondo, has been appointed as the new Chief Minister of Manipur, emphasizing his commitment to dialogue and sports advocacy.
Partha Chatterjee Returns to Assembly Panels After Bail
Suspended TMC MLA Partha Chatterjee, out on bail in school jobs scam, appointed to key West Bengal Assembly committees ahead of state elections.
Gujarat HC Allows Fake Doctor Case Accused Foreign Travel
Gujarat High Court modifies bail conditions for Yogesh Patel, accused of posing as MBBS doctor, allowing him to travel to Canada for family function and accompany minor nephew.
Maurya Credits Modi for India-US Trade Deal, Slams Opposition
Deputy CM Keshav Prasad Maurya praised the India-US trade agreement, attributing it to PM Modi's efforts. He also discussed the Union Budget's vision for a developed India by 2047 and criticized opposition parties.
Allahabad HC Quashes FIR in False Marriage Promise Case
The Allahabad High Court has quashed an FIR filed under Section 69 of BNS against petitioners accused of sexual relations on false promise of marriage, stating the law punishes deceit, not disappointment.
HC Rejects Bail in Codeine Syrup Racket Case
The Allahabad High Court dismissed anticipatory bail for Lakshya Yadav, accused in a codeine-based cough syrup racket in Varanasi, following earlier rejection by sessions court.
Allahabad HC Adjourns Gyanvapi Survey Case to March 10
The Allahabad High Court has postponed the hearing on the ASI survey of Gyanvapi mosque's wazukhana area until March 10, citing Supreme Court involvement.
HC Questions UP Govt Over Demolitions Despite SC Order
The Allahabad High Court has raised concerns over punitive demolitions in UP, questioning if they violate Supreme Court's 2024 ruling against 'bulldozer justice' and framing key legal queries.
Bandra Residents Petition for Asif Zakaria's BMC Nomination
Over 1,400 Bandra residents petition for former Congress corporator Asif Zakaria's nomination to BMC, citing his decade-long civic work ahead of Mumbai's mayoral election.
Mirwaiz Slams Jamia Masjid Shutdown on Shab-e-Barat
Kashmir's chief cleric Mirwaiz Umar Farooq criticizes the closure of Srinagar's Jamia Masjid on Shab-e-Barat, highlighting repeated restrictions on prayers since 2019 and questioning claims of 'normalcy' in the region.
SC Slams Practice of Reserving Judgment Without Public Notice
The Supreme Court of India has termed the practice of reserving judgments without making the information public as an ailment, urging transparency in judicial proceedings.
Calcutta HC Orders PWD to Vacate Kolkata Office in 90 Days
Calcutta High Court upholds lower court order directing PWD to vacate rented premises at 67 Bentinck Street within 90 days, citing Transfer of Property Act jurisdiction over the tenancy.
Rahul Gandhi Slams Modi Over India-US Trade Deal
Rahul Gandhi criticizes PM Modi's government for the India-US trade deal, alleging it compromises farmers' interests. Opposition protests disrupt Parliament proceedings with walkouts and adjournments.
Tankha Withdraws Defamation Case Against Chouhan in SC
Senior Congress leader Vivek Tankha has decided to withdraw his defamation case against former Madhya Pradesh CM Shivraj Singh Chouhan, as informed to the Supreme Court. The withdrawal follows a meeting between the two leaders in Parliament.
Malda Voter Travels in Ambulance for SIR Hearing
A 60-year-old bedridden voter in Malda was brought to a SIR hearing in an ambulance, triggering a political dispute between TMC and BJP over the Election Commission's approach.
Kolkata Voters Queue to Protect Names from SIR List
Electors in Kolkata are queuing at designated centres this week to safeguard their names from being struck off the final electoral list due to SIR hearing discrepancies.
Indian-Origin Trio Arrested in Nevada for $500K Trailer Theft
Three Indian-origin men from California have been arrested in Storey County, Nevada, for stealing two semi-truck trailers containing products valued at over $500,000, facing felony charges.
EC Verifies 55 Lakh Documents, Confident on Deadline
The Election Commission has verified documents of approximately 55 lakh electors from SIR hearings, with officials expressing confidence in meeting the February 7 deadline despite concerns over the pace.
Kolkata Earthquake: Residents Share Experiences
Kolkata experienced an earthquake on Tuesday evening, with many residents taking to social media to share their experiences. The intensity of the tremor is currently unknown.
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