BMC Issues Stop-Work Notices Over Pollution Norms
BMC has issued stop-work notices to 106 construction sites lacking air quality monitors and 93 bakeries violating emission standards, following Bombay High Court directives.
Category : Politics
Rajkot: PSI Aspirant Murdered by Cousin Raised in His Home
A tragic road accident in Rajkot's Dhrangadhra has been uncovered as a premeditated murder. The victim, Yuvrajsinh Zala, was killed by his maternal cousin Divyarajsinh, who was raised in the same household.
Kim Jong Un Tours North Korea's Largest Hot Springs Resort
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un visited the renovated Onpo Workers' Recreation Centre, now the country's largest hot springs resort, marking a shift from his 2018 criticism. The tour highlights luxury leisure projects aimed at foreign tourism and domestic
Kolkata Murder Case Solved: Mumbai Tailor & Accomplice Arrested
Ballygunge GRP arrests main accused Nur and accomplice Nazmul for murdering Rinku Samaddar near Brace Bridge. Investigation traced suspects through call records and CCTV footage from multiple stations.
SC Orders Status Quo on Chengalpet Bus Terminus Construction
The Supreme Court has ordered a status quo on the construction of a modern bus terminus in Chengalpet, granting interim relief to Bhaktavatsalam Educational Trust in a land encroachment case dating back to 1961.
Telangana HC Orders GITAM to Deposit 54 Crore Power Dues
Telangana High Court directs GITAM University to deposit 50% of its 108 crore pending power dues with TGSPDCL within three weeks during dispute adjudication.
Kolkata Airport Tightens Security for Republic Day
Kolkata airport implements enhanced security measures with dual-layer screening ahead of Republic Day, causing increased passenger wait times and earlier arrival recommendations.
Husband Held in Kerala Women's Cyanide Deaths
Mumbai police detained B M Unnikrishnan, husband of deceased Greema S Rajan, for questioning in the cyanide deaths of his wife and mother-in-law in Thiruvananthapuram.
Vamanapuram Rural Roads to Get Rs 22-Crore High-Tech Upgrade
Rural roads in Vamanapuram ward will be upgraded to high-tech BMBC standards with Rs 22-crore projects including Muthuvila-Parappil-Chellanchi and Perayam-Kudavanad-Paluvally roads, scheduled for completion by February.
IAEA Chief Meets Pralhad Joshi in Davos on Nuclear Energy
IAEA Director General Rafael Mariano Grossi met Union Minister Pralhad Joshi in Davos to discuss nuclear power's role in India's clean energy transition and climate goals.
CISF Kolkata Airport Staff Get Sensitivity Training for Flyers
New CISF recruits at Kolkata airport undergo mandatory soft skills and sensitivity training to improve passenger experience, focusing on disabilities and language barriers.
Kolkata's Vidyasagar Setu Closed Sunday for 16-Hour Repairs
Kolkata's Vidyasagar Setu will be closed to all vehicular traffic for 16 hours on Sunday for critical repair work, including cable and bearing replacements, with traffic diverted to alternative routes.
Indian Military Unveils Quantum Technology Policy Framework
Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan released the Military Quantum Mission Policy Framework, outlining India's strategy to integrate quantum technologies into armed forces for future warfare dominance.
Deccan Herald's 'Speak Out' Forum on January 23, 2026
Deccan Herald's 'Speak Out' opinion forum on January 23, 2026, featured diverse perspectives on current issues, fostering public discourse and democratic dialogue in India.
Friend of Kilimanoor Accident Accused Arrested
Adarsh, 29, friend of main accused Vishnu, arrested for aiding evasion in Kilimanoor road accident that killed couple. Police extend probe to Tamil Nadu.
Ludhiana Park Shooting: Police Hunt Killers of Criminal Billa
Police in Ludhiana are investigating the fatal shooting of Pardeep Kumar 'Billa' in Jamalpur park. CCTV footage shows masked assailants fleeing on a scooter after the execution-style killing.
Kolkata Bus Crisis: Overcrowding, Digital Gaps Threaten Transport
Kolkata's bus network faces severe overcrowding, poor scheduling, and digital shortcomings, yet remains the most affordable daily transport for lakhs. Survey reveals 72% cite inadequate buses as top concern.
Bengaluru Showroom Fire Destroys 20 Vehicles, No Casualties
A fire at a Honda two-wheeler showroom in TC Palya, Bengaluru, gutted 20 vehicles including new bikes and customer vehicles. Fire officials suspect a short circuit caused the blaze, with no casualties reported.
Ludhiana Station: 1 Scanner for 55,000 Passengers Daily
Ludhiana Railway Station faces a severe security gap with only one functional luggage scanner handling 55,000 daily passengers, causing frequent breakdowns and manual checks during peak hours.
Jim Jordan Attacks Jack Smith in Trump Hearing
House Judiciary Chairman Jim Jordan launched a fiery attack on former Special Counsel Jack Smith, accusing him of political bias in the Trump investigation during a contentious Capitol Hill hearing.
Zelensky Slams EU's Greenland Troop Move at Davos
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky questioned Europe's Arctic security strategy at Davos, calling limited troop deployments in Greenland insufficient against Russia and China.
Trump's Peace Board Rejected by 8 NATO Nations Over Greenland
Eight NATO nations have rejected President Trump's newly launched Board of Peace initiative, raising questions about its legitimacy and impact on global diplomacy amid tensions over Greenland.
Trump Gets 'Total Access' to Greenland in NATO Security Pact
President Donald Trump announces negotiations for unlimited U.S. access to Greenland, calling it vital for Arctic security against Russia and China, with NATO confirming strategic deployment.
NATO Chiefs Face Davos Grilling Over Greenland, Arctic Security
Top NATO military leaders confronted intense questioning at Davos regarding Greenland, Arctic security, and alliance unity following President Donald Trump's comments. Officials denied active military planning for Greenland but emphasized NATO's readiness
Vijayasai Reddy Demands Jagan Withdraw Remarks, Denies Scam
Former YSRCP MP V Vijayasai Reddy demands Jagan Mohan Reddy retract critical comments, denies involvement in Andhra liquor scam, blames coterie for sidelining.
Bengaluru Traffic: Beyond Rankings to Systemic Solutions
Bengaluru ranks as world's second most congested city in TomTom-2025 report, but residents and experts say numbers understate reality. Urbanists call for holistic mobility solutions over road expansion.
Ludhiana MC Starts Door-to-Door Cow Dung Collection
The Municipal Corporation in Ludhiana has initiated door-to-door cow dung collection at Haibowal dairy complex to prevent pollution in Buddha Dariya, with a three-year tender awarded for waste management.
Ex-Sarpanch Surrenders in Goa Nightclub Fire Case After HC Rejects Bail
Roshan Redkar, the disqualified sarpanch of Arpora-Nagoa, surrendered before a Mapusa court in connection with the Birch by Romeo Lane fire that killed 25 people in December 2023, following Bombay High Court's anticipatory bail rejection.
Ludhiana Police Files Gangrape Case Against Three Men
Ludhiana police have registered a case against three men for allegedly gangraping a woman after luring her to an office near a religious place. The accused reportedly drugged her, recorded videos, and forced her to sign blank documents.
Patna Excise Dept. Ties Up with NeSL for Digital Docs
The Patna prohibition, excise and registration department has signed an MoU with National e-Governance Services Limited to implement digital document execution services, enabling electronic bank guarantees and e-stamp duty payments.
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