Phagwara Retirees Protest DA Delay, Seek Officer Transfer
Retired employees of Phagwara Municipal Council staged a protest demanding immediate release of pending dearness allowance and the transfer of a senior officer, citing administrative delays.
Category : Politics
Amritsar Farmers Protest Outside AAP MLA Homes
Farmers in Amritsar staged a dharna outside the residences of ruling AAP MLAs, demanding government intervention on agricultural issues and policy reforms.
Amritsar Police Busts Cross-Border Drug Peddling Network
Amritsar police have arrested multiple drug peddlers linked to an international smuggling network operating across the Punjab border. Authorities seized narcotics and are investigating deeper connections.
Jalandhar Police Anti-Narcotics Drive: Arrests and Seizures
Jalandhar police have intensified their anti-narcotics campaign, resulting in multiple arrests and significant drug seizures across the district. Authorities are targeting supply chains and dealers to curb substance abuse.
Contempt of Courts Bill: History of Judicial Power in India
The Contempt of Courts Bill, a pivotal legislation in Indian legal history, aimed to define and regulate contempt powers to uphold judicial dignity and authority.
Thane NCP Factions Vie for Leader of Opposition Post
In Thane Municipal Corporation, Sunetra Pawar and Sharad Pawar NCP factions compete for Leader of Opposition. Potential alliances with AIMIM and independents could create historic stalemate.
SGPC Seeks Ban on Illegal Sale of Gurdwara Amb Sahib Land
SGPC chief secretary Kulwant Singh Mannan has called for cancellation of mutation and a police case against fraud in the illegal sale of Gurdwara Amb Sahib land in SAS Nagar.
Tamil Nadu GRP Plans Integrated Control Room for Railway Security
The Government Railway Police in Tamil Nadu proposes a 24x7 Integrated Master Control Room in Chennai to centralize communication and monitoring across railway networks.
Punjab Waives ITI Fees for Orphans and Visually Impaired Students
The Punjab government has approved a proposal to waive training fees for orphans and visually impaired students enrolled in the COPA-VI trade across government-run ITIs, aiming to remove financial barriers to technical education.
Punjab Cabinet to Attend Guru Ravidas Memorial Event on Feb 6
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has declared that the entire state council of ministers will participate in the Parkash Purb celebrations at Sri Khuralgarh Sahib on February 6, honoring Guru Ravidas with a Rs 148 crore world-class memorial.
HC Summons UP Govt Over 1 Lakh Missing Persons Cases
The Lucknow bench of Allahabad High Court has summoned the UP government to provide data on over 1 lakh missing persons cases from 2024-2026, with action taken in only 9,700 instances.
Rajasthan ACB Arrests 3 in Rs 3.10 Lakh Bribery Cases
The Anti-Corruption Bureau arrested three individuals in Didwana-Kuchaman and Chittorgarh for allegedly accepting bribes totaling Rs 3.10 lakh in separate trap operations.
Manipur Protests Over Kuki-Zo MLA's Deputy CM Appointment
Violent clashes in Manipur's Churachandpur left protesters wounded as Kuki-Zo community backlash grows against MLA Nemcha Kipgen joining the state government, with multiple groups calling for shutdowns.
SC Upholds HC Order Cancelling Hyderabad Centre Land Allotment
The Supreme Court has upheld a Telangana High Court order cancelling the allotment of 3.70 acres of land to the International Arbitration and Mediation Centre in Hyderabad, citing legal violations.
Bengal's Pre-Poll Budget: New Youth Scheme, Higher Welfare Payouts
The Mamata Banerjee government's final budget before state elections introduces 'Banglar Yuba-Sathi' for unemployed youth, hikes 'Lakshmir Bhandar' benefits by 50%, and raises DA for employees.
Punjab Hosts Canadian Delegation for Alberta Partnership Talks
Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema met with a Canadian delegation led by Alberta's Indigenous Relations Minister Rajan Sawhney to explore investment opportunities and strengthen bilateral engagement between the two regions.
Bengaluru HC Dismisses PIL on Metro Orange Line Alignment
The Bengaluru High Court has disposed of a PIL challenging the realignment of the Metro Orange Line along Outer Ring Road, stating route determination is for authorities, but directed consideration of environmental impact.
Chennai's KNK Road Becomes Pedestrian-First High Street
Khader Nawaz Khan Road in Chennai has been transformed into a pedestrian plaza, inaugurated by CM M K Stalin. The project reclaims road space for wide footpaths, improves safety, and aims to boost local commerce.
AAP Announces New Office-Bearers to Strengthen Punjab Structure
The Aam Aadmi Party has announced a comprehensive organizational restructuring in Punjab, appointing new state and district-level office-bearers across youth, trade, and SC wings to strengthen its political framework ahead of upcoming elections.
Sukhbir Badal Demands Arrest, Accuses Punjab Police of Targeting
Shiromani Akali Dal president Sukhbir Singh Badal, accompanied by party leaders, visited the Punjab DGP's office to demand his own arrest, alleging the AAP government is misusing police to target him in the 328 missing saroops case.
Lucknow's First Bio-CNG Plant Construction Begins
Construction of Lucknow's first large-scale bio-CNG and fertiliser plant has started near Amausi. The Rs 80-crore PPP project will process 300 tonnes of organic waste daily, generating revenue and jobs.
UP to Get 300 New EV Charging Stations, Ayodhya Leads
Uttar Pradesh is set to install 300 new electric vehicle charging stations across key cities, with Ayodhya receiving the highest allocation of 28 stations. The initiative aims to reduce commute costs and support the state's growing EV population.
India-US Trade Deal in Final Stages, Jaishankar Confirms
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar announced the India-US trade deal is in final detailing stages, marking a new phase in bilateral ties with focus on critical minerals, defense, and energy cooperation.
Rs 3,200 Crore Unspent for Northeast Infrastructure
Parliament reveals Rs 3,206 crore remains unspent for Northeast infrastructure projects under NESIDS scheme, with Assam leading in pending funds. Delays attributed to terrain, land issues, and clearances.
Parliament Standoff: RS Debates LS Disruption Over Rahul Gandhi
A rare parliamentary confrontation unfolded as Rajya Sabha debated Lok Sabha proceedings, with Mallikarjun Kharge accusing the government of silencing Rahul Gandhi, sparking a heated exchange with JP Nadda.
Truck Fire Leads to Motorcycle Crash on Mumbra Bypass
A truck's engine caught fire on the Mumbra bypass, causing the driver to lose control and collide with a motorcycle. Two riders were injured and hospitalized while the truck driver fled the scene.
Thane Court Acquits Five in Kidnapping Case, Cites Lack of Evidence
A Thane sessions court has acquitted all five accused, including four women, in a kidnapping-extortion case, ruling that the prosecution failed to prove the charges beyond reasonable doubt.
Half-Burnt Body of Unidentified Woman Found in Jalgaon Forest
Jalgaon police are investigating the discovery of a half-burnt, unidentified woman's body in the woods near Padmalaya Mandir. Forensic teams and dog squads have been deployed to uncover clues about this mysterious death.
Maharashtra ZP Polls Campaign Ends, Voting Saturday
Campaigning for 12 Zilla Parishads and 125 Panchayat Samitis in Maharashtra concluded Thursday. Over 2.09 crore voters will decide 731 ZP and 1,462 PS seats on Saturday, with results on Feb 9.
India Open to Venezuelan Crude, Reiterates Energy Security Strategy
India's Ministry of External Affairs clarified its energy security approach, stating openness to Venezuelan crude supplies while emphasizing diversification based on market conditions, amid US claims about reduced Russian oil purchases.
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