Goa Minister Acquitted in Rape Case After 10-Year Ordeal
Revenue Minister Atanasio 'Babush' Monserrate expresses faith in judiciary after being cleared of rape allegations, describing a decade of suffering during the legal process.
Category : Politics
Jayapal and Bondi Clash Over Epstein Case in Hearing
A heated exchange between Rep. Pramila Jayapal and AG Pam Bondi erupted over DOJ's handling of Epstein files, with accusations of cover-up and demands for apologies to survivors.
HC Slaps 5% Interest on BMC's Rs 12.66 Cr NSCI Covid Center Bill
The Bombay High Court has levied a 5% annual interest on the Rs 12.66 crore compensation the BMC must pay NSCI for using its premises as a Jumbo Covid Center, ordering deposit by March 16, 2026.
MP Raises BSNL Staff Crunch, Network Issues in Himachal
BJP MP Suresh Kashyap raised concerns in Lok Sabha over poor BSNL connectivity in Himachal Pradesh, citing severe technical staff shortages and network gaps in remote areas. Telecom Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia outlined government measures.
STF Arrests Badal Rai, Foils Major Crime Plot in Patna
Patna STF arrested notorious criminal Badal Rai and three associates, recovering illegal weapons and preventing a planned major incident linked to land mafias.
250+ Structures Face Demolition in Bihar's Nawada
In Bihar's Nawada district, more than 250 shops and houses in Rajauli block are under threat of demolition for encroaching on public land. The administration has set a February 17 deadline for voluntary removal, with non-compliance leading to bulldozing a
London School Stabbing: 13-Year-Old Arrested After Attack
Counter-terrorism police investigate a stabbing at Kingsbury High School in London where two boys, aged 12 and 13, were seriously injured. A 13-year-old suspect has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder.
Goa Minister Babush Monserrate Acquitted in Rape Case
A special court in Panaji acquitted Revenue Minister Atanasio 'Babush' Monserrate of rape charges after the prosecution failed to prove the woman was a minor and that sexual intercourse occurred.
HC Seeks Arrest Remand Sheet in Haldwani Cricket Fraud Case
Uttarakhand High Court has asked for the arrest remand sheet of Vikas Dhaka, the main accused in the Haldwani cricket league fraud case, during a hearing challenging his alleged illegal detention.
Uttarakhand Cabinet Approves Anti-Narcotics Posts, Salary Hike
Uttarakhand cabinet approves creation of 22 posts for Anti-Narcotics Task Force, minimum salary of Rs 18,000 for 589 forest workers, and new ESI medical service rules.
BJP's Raju Pushes for Amritsar Inclusion in CER Scheme
Punjab BJP general secretary Jagmohan Singh Raju has written to Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, requesting priority inclusion of Amritsar under the City Economic Region scheme to boost tourism, MSMEs, and global trade opportunities.
IAF Eyes New Aircraft, Rafale Buzzword in Focus
The Indian Air Force Vice Chief highlighted plans to induct more advanced aircraft, emphasizing the Rafale's significance as a buzzword following its performance in operations.
Patna Civil Courts Evacuated After Bomb Threat Email
Civil courts in Patna, Danapur, and Kishanganj received a bomb threat email warning of explosions at 1 pm, leading to evacuations and security lockdowns. Police and bomb squads found no explosives, disrupting hearings including one involving MP Pappu Yada
UP Budget 2026-27: Major Push for Braj Region Development
Uttar Pradesh's 2026-27 budget allocates significant funds for Braj region development, including tourism projects in Agra, Mathura-Vrindavan, healthcare upgrades, and infrastructure improvements.
HC Sets Aside Order Denying Married Daughter Job on Compassionate Grounds
Uttarakhand High Court overturns animal husbandry department's rejection of Bhavna Bhatt's compassionate appointment, citing discrimination against married daughters under constitutional rights.
Chennai Metro Phase-2 Inspection for 15km Stretch
The CMRS inspection for the 15km Poonamallee Bypass to Vadapalani stretch of Chennai Metro Phase-2 has started, with commissioning expected by end-February 2024.
Dehradun Businessman Shot Dead, Fourth Murder in District
A 40-year-old businessman was shot dead near Tibetan Market in Dehradun, the fourth murder in the district in two weeks. Police suspect family dispute over business as motive.
Bhagalpur Minister's Hospital Visit Sparks Probe Into Doctor
Bihar minister Leshi Singh's late-night visit to a community health centre in Bhagalpur has triggered an investigation into alleged medical lapses and the conduct of an on-duty doctor.
Dehradun's Rajpur Road Gridlock Worsens with Commercial Surge
Dehradun's Rajpur Road, a key arterial route, suffers from near-permanent traffic congestion due to rapid commercialization, vehicle surge, and poor inter-agency coordination, spilling chaos onto Mussoorie Road.
Bijnor Police Suspends Two Constables Over Viral Videos
A head constable and a woman constable in Bijnor district have been suspended after videos allegedly showing them in a compromising position circulated online, prompting a departmental inquiry.
Retired Cop, Wife Found Hanging in Meerut, Suspected Suicide
A retired police sub-inspector and his wife were discovered hanging in their Meerut home, with police suspecting suicide. The couple, aged 66 and 62, were found by their domestic help, and no suicide note was recovered.
Bhojpur Tragedy: Boy Dies in Truck Accident on Birthday
A 9-year-old boy's birthday celebration turned tragic in Bhojpur when he was hit by a speeding truck while fetching his cake. The child succumbed to injuries, sparking protests.
AIMIM Leader's 'Two Dozen Children' Remark Sparks Controversy
AIMIM's UP chief Shaukat Ali urges Muslims to have more children with 'Hum do, hamare do darjan' slogan, drawing sharp criticism from rivals and sparking social media debate.
OHRC Orders Rs 10 Lakh Compensation for Police Recruitment Death
Odisha Human Rights Commission recommends Rs 10 lakh compensation to family of Harekrishna Sahu, who died during a police recruitment run in 2017, citing state liability.
Patna Honors Galwan Valley Martyrs at 16 Bihar Battalion Day
The Bihar Regimental Centre in Danapur paid rich tributes to the 20 soldiers who sacrificed their lives in the 2020 Galwan Valley clash during the 16 Bihar Battalion Raising Day ceremony.
Iran's Nuclear Stance After Trump-Netanyahu Meeting
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian delivers a defiant speech on the Islamic Revolution anniversary, asserting nuclear deterrence and rejecting expanded talks with the US following the crucial Trump-Netanyahu meeting.
Saharsa Mayor, Aide, Wife Face FIR for Fund Misuse
Patna's UDHD orders FIR against Saharsa mayor Bain Priya, her secretary Rajiv Kumar, and his wife for alleged Rs 50 lakh monthly fund diversion in street-lighting contracts, following a committee report.
Bihar Official Appointed to National Dairy Development Board
The Central government has nominated Shirsat Kapil Ashok, Bihar's dairy secretary, to the NDDB Board of Directors. This move aims to enhance coordination between national and state-level dairy agencies, boost farmer incomes, and drive sector reforms.
Rs 112.2 Crore Approved for Odisha Under Gram Swaraj Abhiyan
The Centre has sanctioned Rs 112.2 crore for Odisha under the Revamped Rashtriya Gram Swaraj Abhiyan from 2022-23 to strengthen local governance through training programmes for elected representatives and stakeholders.
Bihar PMAY-G Delay: 9.16 Lakh Houses Stalled Over Nodal Account
Bihar government admits construction of 9.16 lakh PMAY-G houses delayed as it failed to open a single nodal account on time, seeking Rs 3,000 crore from Centre for distribution.
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