Telangana Bar Council Election: 41% Votes Invalid
In a surprising development, approximately 41% of votes counted on the first day of the Telangana Bar Council election were declared invalid, raising concerns about the electoral process.
Category : Politics
Maharashtra Approves PPP Policy, Rs 200 Crore Fund for Infrastructure
The Maharashtra state cabinet has cleared a new Public-Private Partnership policy, establishing approval committees for projects and creating a Rs 200 crore feasibility gap fund to boost infrastructure development.
MP Anto Antony Serves Legal Notice to CPM Leader
Pathanamthitta MP Anto Antony demands Rs 1 crore compensation from CPM's K P Udayabhanu for alleged defamatory statements made on Facebook live videos regarding financial dealings.
Florida Candidate Posts Armed Video After Alleged Arson Attack
Republican gubernatorial hopeful James Fishback posted a video holding a rifle after claiming an arsonist tried to burn his home. Authorities confirm no investigation into the incident.
Rewari DC Orders Officials to Start CM-Announced Projects
Rewari Deputy Commissioner directs officials to begin work on development projects announced by the Chief Minister, emphasizing timely execution and public welfare.
India's Chabahar Port: Strategy vs. Economics
India's Chabahar Port deal with Iran faces challenges in aligning strategic goals with economic sustainability. Experts call for enhanced trade routes and investment to secure long-term benefits.
Akhilesh Slams Budget, Flags US Trade Deal Concessions
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav criticizes the Union Budget for lacking vision and expresses concerns over concessions in the US trade deal, calling for greater focus on farmers and youth.
India-China Talks Focus on Addressing Sensitive Border Matters
India and China conducted a diplomatic review, stressing the importance of resolving sensitive issues, particularly along the border, to stabilize bilateral relations.
Canada-US Bridge Row: Carney Says Dispute with Trump Will Be Resolved
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced he spoke with US President Donald Trump to resolve the Gordie Howe International Bridge ownership dispute. Trump demanded US ownership and threatened to block the bridge's opening.
NTCA Concerned Over Tiger Captures in Karnataka Reserves
The National Tiger Conservation Authority has expressed serious concerns regarding the high number of tiger captures in Karnataka's Bandipur and Nagarahole reserves, seeking urgent clarification from state wildlife officials.
Lok Sabha Speaker No-Confidence Motion Set for March 9 Debate
The debate on the no-confidence motion against Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla is likely on March 9. Opposition alleges partisan conduct, prompting Birla to step aside until resolution.
Farmer Axes Sandalwood Tree at Legislators' Home in Land Protest
A farmer from Chikkamagaluru traveled 250 km to Bengaluru and chopped down a sandalwood tree inside the Legislators' Home to protest the acquisition of his farm for an NHAI highway project, alleging inadequate compensation.
Bengaluru Jewellery Heist Cracked by Forgotten Mobile Phone
A mobile phone left behind at a Bengaluru jewellery store robbery led police to arrest suspects in Karnataka and Rajasthan, recovering stolen gold and weapons.
Naidu's Pre-Budget Push: Amaravati, Polavaram Top Andhra Wishlist
Ahead of the Andhra Pradesh budget session, CM Chandrababu Naidu met Union ministers, seeking Amaravati capital status, Polavaram funds, railway projects, and agricultural support.
Police Add Conspiracy Charges in Janakpuri Death Case
Delhi Police have escalated charges in the Kamal Dhyani death case, adding criminal conspiracy and evidence destruction. Contractors face raids as the victim's family plans a candlelight march.
TDP Seeks National Policy to Regulate Child Social Media Use
TDP MP Lavu Sri Krishna Devarayalu urges Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnav for age-based social media regulations for under-16s, citing online risks and global precedents.
Leopard Evades Capture in Bengaluru, Residents Fearful
Residents of Anjanapura in south Bengaluru remain gripped by anxiety as a leopard spotted over a week ago continues to evade forest department teams. Multiple sightings across residential blocks have intensified fear, with officials deploying combing oper
SC Order Fails to End Voter Document Confusion in Bengal
The Supreme Court's directive on voter verification documents has not resolved ground-level confusion in West Bengal, with officials still demanding extra papers beyond EC's list, leaving genuine voters in limbo.
Bengaluru's Kanakapura Road HDC Project: Patchy Progress
Nearly 20 months after work began, Bengaluru's Kanakapura Road HDC project shows stark variations. Residents face debris, garbage, and traffic chaos, questioning the Rs 130-crore expenditure.
Telangana: Bonded Labour Rescues Up, Justice Down After 50 Years
Fifty years after India abolished bonded labour, Telangana data reveals a grim gap: hundreds rescued but few receive legal recognition or rehabilitation. Official records show rescue operations outpace justice delivery.
Sukhbir Badal Pledges to Wipe Out Drugs and Gangsters in Punjab
Shiromani Akali Dal president Sukhbir Singh Badal commits to eliminating drug trafficking and gangsterism in Punjab if his party forms the government in 2027, criticizing past administrations for political games.
Bonded Labor Survivors in Telangana Face Post-Rescue Hardships
In Telangana, rescued bonded laborers like Barmala Mallaiah face ongoing challenges due to lack of release certificates and rehabilitation support, highlighting systemic gaps in justice.
Pune Residents Risk Lives on Cratered Road, Await PMC Action
Residents of VTP Solitaire and neighboring societies on Baner Pashan Link Road face daily peril due to a dangerous, unfinished road project by PMC, with sewage and river hazards threatening safety.
Vidhana Soudha Staffer Held for Stealing Visitor's Gold, Cash
A 59-year-old watch-and-ward staffer at Vidhana Soudha in Bengaluru was arrested for allegedly stealing gold and cash from a disabled visitor. The theft occurred on February 4, with the complaint filed the next day.
AP Medical Council Election Results: Winners Announced
The Andhra Pradesh Medical Council announced election results for 13 posts, with Kola Alekhya, Bolla Mounila, and Manish Mandal securing the highest votes. Over 30,000 doctors participated via e-voting.
High Court: Paramour Not Liable Under IPC 498A
The Karnataka High Court quashed a case against a woman, ruling that a paramour cannot be prosecuted under Section 498A of the IPC, as it applies only to family disputes.
Mansa ASI Arrested for Assault, Robbery, Attempted Murder
An assistant sub-inspector of Mansa police allegedly attacked a resident, stole his licensed pistol and SUV, and was later booked for attempt to murder and robbery.
Thief Falls Asleep in Locked House After Burglary in Gauribidanur
In Gauribidanur, a thief broke into a locked house but got trapped and fell asleep, only to be discovered by the owner the next morning. Police are investigating the escape of an accomplice.
High Court Rejects BJP MLA's Anticipatory Bail in Murder Case
The Karnataka High Court rejected BJP MLA BA Basavaraja's anticipatory bail petition in the murder of Shivaprakash. The court cited concerns about effective interrogation of influential accused.
UK Doctor Challenges FIR, Lookout Circular in Bombay HC
UK-based doctor Sangram Patil argues in Bombay High Court that his Facebook post did not name PM Modi, challenging police jurisdiction and allegations of promoting enmity.
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