VMC Budget 2026-27: New HQ Plan, No Tax Hikes

Vadodara Municipal Corporation presents Rs 7,609 crore budget for 2026-27 with long-awaited new headquarters plan, no tax increases, and major sports, wellness projects.

Police Seize Stolen Firearms in Godhra Raid

Panchmahal police SOG seized two stolen double-barrel shotguns and six air guns from a house and shop in Godhra. The firearms were stolen from a farmer's residence in February 2025.

Nagpur: Urination Row Escalates to Arson, Police Under Scrutiny

A minor argument over open urination in Nagpur's Gurudeo Nagar escalated into violent mob clashes, with a café and vehicle set ablaze hours apart. Police failed to prevent the attacks, raising questions on crowd control. The incident involved notorious go

Forest Employees Form Vigilance Army in Maharashtra

A new organization called Maharashtra Forest Employees-Officers Vigilance Army will launch in Gondia on February 7, focusing on regularizing 12,991 temporary forest guards and combating corruption.

Rajasthan HC Concerned Over 'Romeo-Juliet' Cases Surge

Rajasthan High Court expresses serious concern over increasing prosecution of consensual adolescent relationships under POCSO Act in Jaipur, quashes FIR citing lack of evidence and abuse of legal process.

Bhopal: Woman Killed, Accused Dies in Mob Attack

A 21-year-old woman was brutally murdered in Raisen district after an alleged rape attempt. The 25-year-old accused was caught and beaten by villagers, later succumbing to injuries.

Boat Capsizes in Mahi River, All Passengers Escape

A wooden boat capsized in the Mahi river near Gambhira village, Vadodara, dumping about a dozen passengers into the water. All escaped safely as the water was shallow. The incident highlights risks of informal boat crossings used since a bridge collapse l

Explosive Candy Injures Toddler in Alwar, Shopkeeper Detained

A three-year-old girl in Alwar's Ramgarh area suffered severe mouth and jaw injuries after an explosive, allegedly given as candy by a shopkeeper, detonated in her mouth. The child underwent surgery and is stable, with police investigating the incident.

Jaishankar Meets US Secretary Rubio in Washington for Talks

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar held a significant meeting with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Washington, focusing on critical minerals, Quad cooperation, and advancing the India-US trade deal, marking a key step in bilateral relations.

UP Police, TISS Pilot Training for Behavioral Skills

Uttar Pradesh Police partners with Tata Institute of Social Sciences for pilot training program focusing on behavioral competence, operational soft skills, and decision-making abilities for officers.

Budget Dialogues 2026: Experts Praise Fiscal Vision

At The Times of India Budget Dialogues 2026, MeitY's Abhishek Singh highlighted India's talent advantage, while industry leaders praised the budget's long-term vision, fiscal responsibility, and focus on digital infrastructure and middle-class benefits.

Nano Fertilizer Sales Hit 15 Crore Bottles Nationwide

Union Minister Anupriya Patel reveals cumulative sales of 11.85 crore Nano Urea and 3.53 crore Nano DAP bottles. Study shows combined application boosts yields by 1.65-14.82% while addressing farmer concerns and PM-PRANAM scheme details.

Balotra Police Seize 438.15 Kg Poppy Husk in Chase

Balotra police seized 438.15 kg of illegal poppy husk and an SUV after a 15km chase in Jaisalmer's Surpura border area under Operation Vishbhanjan. The driver and co-passenger fled, and the vehicle is suspected stolen.

Jaisalmer Man Arrested for Alleged ISI Espionage

Jabbara Ram was arrested by Rajasthan CID for allegedly spying for Pakistan's ISI, sharing strategic military information after being honey-trapped. He was brought to Jaisalmer for verification during police remand.

Three Dead in Tirupur Car-Truck Accident

A fatal road accident near New Tirupur claimed three lives, including two employees of a coconut oil firm. The car hit a truck, resulting in immediate fatalities and later death of the injured driver.

HRTC Bus Accident: 3 Dead, 33 Injured in Gorge Plunge

A Himachal Road Transport Corporation bus fell into a 60-metre-deep gorge near the Himachal-Uttarakhand border, killing three passengers and injuring 33 others. Emergency teams are conducting rescue operations.

EC Data Mismatch: 13L vs 50L Voter Notices in Bengal

Election Commission data shows conflicting figures for voter notices in West Bengal's Special Intensive Revision. While EC affidavit cites 13 lakh notices, CEO data reveals 50.89 lakh flagged for logical discrepancies.

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