Madras HC Bars Extra Medical Counselling Post SC Deadline
Madras High Court rules it cannot order additional medical counselling rounds after Supreme Court's admission deadline, citing violation of apex court mandates and strict schedule adherence.
Category : Politics
Extortion Threats Drive Indian Families from Canada
Indian-origin families in Peel Region are leaving Canada due to relentless extortion threats and shootings, with police struggling to handle cross-border cases linked to the Bishnoi gang.
Mysuru's Rs 11.7 Crore Waste Plant Aims to Improve Cleanliness
Mysuru City Corporation initiates a construction and demolition waste processing plant at Hanchya-Sathagalli. The Rs 11.7 crore facility will process 100 tonnes daily, addressing illegal dumping and supporting Swachh Survekshan goals.
BJP Leader Visits Amarinder Singh Amid Congress Return Talk
Punjab BJP's Ashwani Sharma visited former CM Amarinder Singh in hospital, praising his service, as Congress hints at considering his return amid ED case scrutiny.
Nellore Court Convicts Two in Major Investment Fraud Case
The principal district and sessions court in Nellore convicted two individuals for a large-scale investment fraud involving 1,600 victims, sentencing them to 10 years of rigorous imprisonment and fines.
Lokesh Hosts NDA Dinner to Strengthen Alliance Bonds in Andhra
Andhra Pradesh IT and HRD Minister Nara Lokesh hosted NDA legislators and their families for an informal dinner at his Undavalli residence, blending personal connections with political coordination through his 'Atmeeya Kalayika' initiative.
485.7kg Opium Seized in Dharashiv, Farmer Flees Raid
Dharashiv police seized 485.7kg of illegally cultivated opium worth Rs 72.84 lakh from a farm in Washi taluka. The accused farmer escaped, and an NDPS Act case has been filed as investigations continue.
Staged Shooting Uncovered: Criminal Shot Himself to Frame Rival
Rural police in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar reveal a criminal's self-inflicted gunshot wound was a staged attempt to frame a rival gangster, exposing the elaborate plot through forensic evidence and investigation.
Vizianagaram Police Nab Burglars, Recover 80 Lakh Valuables
Vizianagaram district police arrested two individuals involved in a major house burglary in Boddam village, recovering 420 gm gold, 330 gm silver, and other stolen items worth Rs 80 lakh.
Congress MLA Warns India-US Trade Deal Threatens Farmers
Former Punjab education minister Pargat Singh alleges the India-US trade agreement endangers farmers, criticizes AAP's silence, and warns of market flooding by cheap US agricultural imports.
Man Arrested with 7.5 kg Cocaine at Hatia Railway Station
The Railway Protection Force arrested a 60-year-old man with 7.5 kg of cocaine worth Rs 3.75 lakh at Hatia railway station in Ranchi. The accused was transporting the drugs from Odisha to Bihar.
Court Orders Heart Tests for Arrested BJP MLA in Murder Probe
A Bengaluru court has directed CID to conduct a detailed cardiac examination for arrested BJP MLA BA Basavaraja in a rowdy murder case, while co-accused advocate Ajit gets 7-day police custody.
Fraudulent Job Offers Target North Indian Youth, MEA Reports
The Ministry of External Affairs confirms awareness of fake overseas job offers luring youth from Punjab and neighboring states. Data shows 291 complaints over three years, with Punjab leading at 154 cases. Action includes FIRs and advisories on safe migr
15 Workers Rescued from Bonded Labour in Beed Sugar Farm
Eleven migrant workers and four minors were rescued from an alleged bonded labour facility at a sugar cane farm in Beed district. A joint police-revenue operation freed them after complaints from families in Uttar Pradesh.
Congress Counter-Campaign Over Bajwa's SC Commission Summons
Punjab Congress directs Kuldeep Singh Vaid to organize press conferences across districts to defend Partap Singh Bajwa against AAP's allegations of anti-Dalit remarks.
Bail Granted to Pinky Tamang in Call-Centre Fraud Case
An ad hoc additional sessions court in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar granted bail to Pinky Tamang, the third accused in a major international call-centre fraud case involving 116 arrests.
Punjab BJP Defends Indo-US Trade Deal, Counters Opposition Claims
Punjab BJP leaders refute opposition claims on the Indo-US trade deal, stating no concessions on key crops and highlighting zero-tariff exports for Indian agricultural products to the US.
Madras HC: Govt Servant's Second Marriage Void, No Pension Rights
Madras High Court rules that a government servant's second marriage during the first spouse's lifetime is invalid, denying family pension benefits to the second wife even after the first wife's death.
SC: Ex-Servicemen Get Full Disability Pension Arrears
The Supreme Court has ruled that eligible ex-servicemen are entitled to full arrears of disability pension from applicable cut-off dates, rejecting a three-year limitation period. The court emphasized pension as a right, not charity.
Bihar Man Arrested with Illegal Weapons at Jharkhand School
A 54-year-old man from Bihar was arrested with a cache of illegal firearms hidden at a primary school in Koderma district. The accused confessed to arms smuggling after switching from labor work.
Govt Drafting SHANTI Act Rules, No Timeline Given
The government informed Parliament that rules and policies are being drafted for the SHANTI Act 2025 to open nuclear energy to private players, but declined to provide a timeline. Safety directorates will be established for enforcement.
Justice Manjula's Journey from Chemistry to High Court Bench
Justice Manjula, inspired by a Tamil film, rose from a chemistry graduate to a Madras High Court judge, retiring after 30 years of service. Her story highlights perseverance and transformation in the judiciary.
Hazaribag Woman's Body Found in Pond, Police Investigate
The body of a 22-year-old woman, missing since Thursday, was recovered from Hurhuru Joda pond in Hazaribag. Police are investigating the case as an unnatural death, with possibilities of suicide, accident, or murder.
Ghaziabad Mall Escalator Fall: Accident or Push?
A woman fell from an escalator at Habitat Centre Mall in Indirapuram, Ghaziabad, with CCTV footage going viral. Reports suggest alcohol consumption, sparking online speculation and safety concerns.
Udupi Police Arrest 22 for Illegal Sand Mining in Varahi River
Police in Udupi arrested 22 individuals from Uttar Pradesh for illegal sand extraction from the Varahi River, seizing sand and equipment worth over Rs 11.5 lakh in a raid near Marattur.
Health Secretary's Cocaine Confession Sparks Resignation Calls
US Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. revealed he snorted cocaine off toilet seats, prompting demands for his resignation from health advocates and criticism on social media.
Sheikh Hasina Slams Bangladesh Election as 'Deception and Farce'
Former Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina sharply criticizes the February 12 general elections, calling them a 'pre-planned election of deception and farce' while living in exile in New Delhi.
Budget Session Phase 1 Ends with BJP Motion vs Rahul Gandhi
The initial phase of Parliament's Budget session concluded as the BJP filed a Substantive Motion against Rahul Gandhi, while Prime Minister Narendra Modi notably abstained from speaking during the Motion of Thanks.
Punjab's 'Our Elders, Our Pride' Campaign Enhances Elderly Support
The Punjab government has launched a comprehensive outreach campaign, 'Our Elders, Our Pride,' to support senior citizens with health camps, welfare services, and financial aid across all districts.
AAP Protests Against Bajwa Over Casteist Remarks in Punjab
The Aam Aadmi Party in Punjab staged widespread protests on Friday, accusing Congress leader Partap Singh Bajwa of making casteist remarks against cabinet minister Harbhajan Singh. Demonstrators demanded a public apology from Bajwa and the Congress leader
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