Punjab's Digital Transport Makeover: 1,279 Buses, Free Rides for Women
Punjab government launches massive public transport modernization with 1,279 new buses, digital ticketing app, QR payments, and free travel for women across 2,267 buses.
Category : Politics
3 Get 3 Years Jail for Rs 1.18 Crore Excise Duty Fraud
A CBI court in Ahmedabad has sentenced three individuals to three years imprisonment and fines for a Rs 1.18 crore excise duty rebate fraud involving forged export documents from Surat-based Shree Sai Impex.
Arab Ministers Meet PM Modi, Boost West Asia Ties
Foreign ministers from Arab nations met Prime Minister Narendra Modi, discussing regional stability and economic cooperation, reinforcing India's strategic engagement in West Asia.
PM Modi Meets Arab Ministers, Highlights People Ties
Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a delegation of Arab foreign ministers, emphasizing robust people-to-people connections and regional cooperation in a significant diplomatic engagement.
India Sends 10 Bailey Bridges to Sri Lanka for Cyclone Aid
India has dispatched a consignment of 10 Bailey bridges to Sri Lanka to support reconstruction efforts following Cyclone Ditwah, enhancing connectivity and infrastructure in affected areas.
Budget 2026 Live: Watch FM Sitharaman's Speech on Feb 1
Union Budget 2026 will be presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Sunday, February 1, 2026 at 11 AM. This marks her ninth consecutive budget, setting a new record in India's parliamentary history.
Amit Shah Slams TMC in Barrackpore, Alleges Corruption
Union Home Minister Amit Shah launched a scathing attack on the Trinamool Congress during a BJP rally in Barrackpore, West Bengal, accusing the ruling party of widespread corruption and misgovernance.
Karnataka HC Calls for Probe into Illegal Sand Mining
Karnataka High Court initiates suo motu proceedings on illegal sand mining, calling it a serious issue requiring court-monitored investigation by central agency or SIT.
5 Dead, 6 Hurt in Odisha Road Crash; CM Condoles
A devastating road accident in Odisha's Angul district has claimed five lives and left six others injured. Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has expressed deep condolences over the tragic incident.
Amit Shah: West Bengal TMC Govt Most Corrupt in India
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has labeled the Trinamool Congress government in West Bengal as the most corrupt in India, citing alleged malpractices and governance failures.
Sonam Wangchuk Taken to AIIMS Jodhpur for Medical Exam
Jailed activist Sonam Wangchuk was taken to AIIMS Jodhpur for a medical examination after Supreme Court intervention. The court sought his medical report by February 2.
SGPC Questions Police Action at Golden Temple as 'Inappropriate'
The Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) has strongly criticized the police for detaining two men from the Golden Temple premises without prior notice, calling it an interference in management affairs.
Tirupati Laddu Row: Minister Questions YSRCP, CFTRI Report
Andhra Pradesh minister disputes YSRCP's claims in Tirupati laddu controversy, demanding answers on why a 2022 CFTRI report was suppressed, raising food safety concerns.
Egg Donor to Child Trafficker: 34-yr-old in Telangana-Gujarat Racket
Vandana Panchal, 34, arrested for trafficking a 15-day-old infant, is linked to a racket spanning Telangana and Gujarat involving at least 10 children over two years. Police uncover connections to previous cases and launch joint investigations.
New Rules from Feb 1, 2026: FASTag, Tobacco, Fuel & Market
Starting February 1, 2026, significant rule changes will impact daily life and finances. Key updates include simplified FASTag procedures, increased tobacco prices, potential fuel cost revisions, and stock market operations on Budget day.
Rajasthan SIT Probes Sadhvi Prem Baisa's Death, Case Filed
Rajasthan police have formed a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to probe the death of Sadhvi Prem Baisa, with an unnatural death case lodged. The investigation aims to uncover the circumstances surrounding her demise.
Union Budget 2026-27: 10 Historical Facts You Didn't Know
As India awaits the Union Budget 2026-27 presentation on Sunday, explore 10 intriguing historical facts about India's budget - from colonial legacies to constitutional quirks and symbolic traditions.
Congress Leadership Crisis in Kerala Before 2026 Polls
The Congress party in Kerala shows signs of revival with local body election results, but internal factionalism and leadership tussles threaten its prospects. Similar patterns in Karnataka, Rajasthan, and other states highlight systemic indecision within
ASI Rules Out National Monument Tag for Savarkar Sadan
The Archaeological Survey of India has informed the Bombay High Court that Savarkar Sadan cannot be declared a centrally protected monument of national importance due to age criteria, but suggests state or BMC heritage listing for preservation.
Ansari: Electoral Malpractices Persist, Money Power Distorts Outcomes
Former Vice President Hamid Ansari in his new book argues India has failed to eradicate electoral malpractices, with money power distorting outcomes and undermining free and fair elections.
NYC Mayor's Jacket Game Strong During First Snowstorm Emergency
New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani's strategic jacket choices during the city's first major snowstorm captured public attention, blending practical governance with fashion-forward branding.
Ex-Lottery Winner Jailed for Counterfeit Drug Ring
An 80-year-old former lottery winner has been sentenced to 16 years in prison for running a sophisticated counterfeit drug manufacturing operation from his countryside cottage in England.
Kerala HC Permits Termination of 31-Week Pregnancy
The Kerala High Court has permitted the termination of a pregnancy exceeding 31 weeks after medical reports confirmed severe fetal abnormalities, setting a significant precedent in reproductive rights.
Punjab Border: 96 Kg Heroin Seized, Drones Expose Smuggling
In a major crackdown, Punjab authorities seized 96 kg of heroin over two days, highlighting the alarming ease of drone-based smuggling across the state's porous border with Pakistan.
Four Workers Found Dead in Karnataka Shed, Gas Leak Suspected
Four daily wage labourers from Assam were discovered dead inside a shed in Hoskote, Karnataka, on Saturday morning. Police suspect suffocation from a gas cylinder leak as the cause.
UP Govt to Challenge SP Leader's Acquittal in Ayodhya Gangrape Case
The Uttar Pradesh government will challenge the acquittal of a Samajwadi Party leader in a 2024 Ayodhya gangrape case, while his domestic help received a 20-year sentence.
Raut Slams BJP, No Info on Sunetra Pawar's Swearing-In
Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut accuses BJP of exploiting opportunities even in tragic circumstances while declining to comment on Sunetra Pawar's potential swearing-in as Deputy CM.
Suspected Pakistani Drone Sighting in Samba Triggers Security Operation
Security forces in Jammu and Kashmir's Samba district conducted extensive searches after a suspected Pakistani drone was sighted along the International Border, marking the second such incident in two days.
Amit Shah Links Kolkata Fire Deaths to Mamata Govt Corruption
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has directly attributed the tragic deaths of workers in the Kolkata warehouse fire to corruption within the Mamata Banerjee-led West Bengal government.
Kerala HC Permits 31-Week Abortion for Foetal Abnormalities
The Kerala High Court has permitted the termination of a 31-week-old foetus diagnosed with severe abnormalities, citing risks to the mother's mental health as per medical board recommendations.
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