A clerk at a Patna University construction site was arrested for allegedly raping a 30-year-old woman cook. The survivor attempted suicide after the assault but was rescued. Police have sealed the crime scene and launched a thorough investigation.
Four girls have gone missing from Tilauta Bigha village in Aurangabad district, prompting police to form a Special Investigation Team. The case involves repeated disappearances dating back to 2025.
The Special Revision of electoral rolls in Assam has become contentious, with opposition alleging harassment through Form-7 misuse. CM Himanta Sarma defends targeting 'miya' migrants, while election department clarifies legal safeguards.
A 24-year-old man sustained a critical bullet injury in Vaishali district. Police suspect a love affair motive and have identified attackers from CCTV footage.
Several former student leaders, including ex-Aasu general secretary Sankor Jyoti Baruah, joined BJP in Guwahati, strengthening the party's youth base ahead of assembly elections while CM Sarma clarifies ticket expectations.
A government school teacher named Naveen Kumar Bhagat was fatally run over by a speeding truck in Purnia. The incident occurred near Newalal Chowk while he was on his way to school.
A 47-year-old medicine shop owner was found hanging at his residence in Muzaffarpur's Brahmapura area. Police are investigating possible suicide, examining mental stress and business issues.
Jammu and Kashmir Lt Governor Manoj Sinha has accorded cabinet minister rank and privileges to CM Omar Abdullah's adviser Nasir Aslam Wani, ending bureaucratic delays.
The Women and Child Development Corporation organized events at Janakdhari High School, Danapur Cantt, featuring a walkathon, plantation drive, and competitions to promote girl-child education and gender equality under Beti Bachao Beti Padhao.
A 35-year-old man and his 9-year-old daughter died in Surat when a metal plate fell from an under-construction bullet train bridge onto their fishing boat. Police are investigating safety lapses at the site.
Patna police have arrested Deepu alias Bhondha, the prime accused in the kidnapping and double murder of Devraj Kumar Singh and an unidentified victim. The arrest follows technical surveillance and human intelligence efforts.
A devastating fire in Masaurhi claimed the lives of two young siblings, while a separate incident in Patna saw a 20-year-old man killed following a dispute over donations.
A Pilibhit family faces multiple charges including cruelty and causing miscarriage after allegedly assaulting a 22-year-old woman over dowry demands. The victim suffered abdominal kicks leading to pregnancy loss.
Illegal sand mining continues unabated across Raichur district with 37 cases registered from Jan 1-19, 2026. Political collusion and police inaction alleged as Devdurg taluk emerges as worst-affected area.
A 22-year-old woman from Samastipur has filed police complaints alleging her former schoolfriend drugged and sexually assaulted her, then blackmailed her with a recorded video that was later shared online.
Odisha and Jharkhand Police have arrested two interstate armed miscreants from Dhanbad in connection with the January 19 Odisha bank robbery. A portion of the looted gold and vehicles used in the crime have been recovered.
A 37-year-old man from Dongri, Mumbai, has been arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting his 15-year-old stepdaughter over two months. The accused, who runs a seekh-kebab stall, faces charges under the POCSO Act.
The Sashastra Seema Bal organized a special patriotic program in Bagaha, West Champaran, featuring a tricolor rally and cultural performances to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the national song Vande Mataram, promoting national unity and patriotism.
A Delhi court has granted interim bail to independent MP Sheikh Abdul Rashid, allowing him to attend Parliament's budget session under armed escort while facing UAPA charges in a terror-funding case.
The family of late Assamese cultural icon Zubeen Garg has written to PM Narendra Modi, requesting a special court for expedited trial and diplomatic engagement with Singapore authorities.
Rajib Saha, BJP mandal president from Agartala's Barjala, arrested for alleged involvement in organized land-grabbing syndicate operating across multiple areas.
CPI(ML) refuses to participate in Election Commission's Voters' Rights Day, labeling it a 'sham' over voter deletions. Party announces nationwide protests on January 24 to defend constitutional rights.
West Garo Hills administration imposes Section 163 prohibitory orders following NGO assault in Goalgaon, banning assemblies and weapons in 37 villages to prevent community tension.
Principal District Session Judge Anil Kumar Mishra awards life imprisonment to Mohammad Ibrahim and Muzammil for murdering Ankit Kumar in a 2024 road rage incident in Bokaro.
Tinsukia district administration bans all drone operations from January 25-27 as security measure for 77th Republic Day celebrations. Strict legal action promised for violators.
Mangaluru City Police Commissioner Sudheer Kumar Reddy CH announced stern action against sureties when rowdy-sheeters and serious crime accused abscond after bail. Fines up to ₹1 lakh imposed, properties attached.
Belagavi police launch a special campaign targeting ganja and narcotics use among students and youth, with intensified inspections, counseling, and preventive measures across schools and colleges.
Karnataka police have arrested multiple suspects and recovered 27 stolen motorcycles worth over Rs 11 lakh in coordinated operations across Kalaburagi and Dharwad districts, targeting interstate theft networks.
A Memorandum of Understanding was exchanged between MSDE, IIE Guwahati, and Meghalaya government officials to enhance tribal entrepreneurship and livelihood development across nine districts, benefiting approximately 6,300 tribal members.
Assam DGP Harmeet Singh conducted a comprehensive security review at Khanikar Parade Ground in Dibrugarh ahead of Republic Day celebrations where CM Himanta Biswa Sarma will unfurl the national flag. The inspection comes amid security concerns following U