NMC standardises campaign costs for civic polls
Nashik Municipal Corporation finalises rate chart for election campaign items like tea, snacks, and T-shirts to ensure spending transparency. Learn about the new rules.
Category : Politics
Ex-trainer assaults 5-year-old in Bengaluru, arrested under BNS
A 35-year-old man in Bengaluru's Thyagarajanagar kicked a 5-year-old boy, leading to an FIR under BNS. Police say the accused, mentally unstable, confessed to targeting children. Read the full report.
Theft Accused Flees Hisar Court, Police Launch Manhunt
A theft accused escaped police custody in Hisar district court by jumping a 12-foot wall. Police search on as CCTV in parking was non-functional. Read the full story.
4 Arrested in Mumbai for Rs 67 Lakh Fake Visa Job Scam
Mumbai police arrest four for a fake visa scam that duped 190 job seekers of Rs 67 lakh. Victims from multiple states were promised jobs abroad. Read the full story and learn how to avoid such fraud.
Bengaluru Civic Polls: New Ward Reservation Rules Finalised
Karnataka govt issues guidelines for ward reservations in Bengaluru's 5 new city corporations, using 2011 Census data. 50% cap on total reservations, with 1/3rd for backward classes and women's quota across categories. Read details.
Punjab to hold special session on MGNREGA changes, Agniveer
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann announces a special Vidhan Sabha session in January 2025 to challenge the Centre's revised MGNREGA rules and the Agniveer scheme, citing financial burden and injustice to the poor.
Mann Gives 505 Bus Permits, Ends Transport Monopoly in Punjab
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann awards 505 mini bus permits to youth, dismantling family-run monopolies. New buses, app-based booking, and toll plaza closures announced to boost public transport.
Bajwa: MGNREGA Replacement an Attack on Right to Work
Congress leader Partap Singh Bajwa criticises the Centre's move to replace MGNREGA with a new scheme, calling it an ideological assault on rural employment. Read more.
Kolkata doctor couple's home burgled, CCTV disabled
A doctor couple in Kolkata's Salt Lake returned from a trip to find their home burgled. Thieves disabled 9 CCTV cameras and stole household items. Police are investigating.
Uttarakhand's Rs 1,640 Crore Bridge Upgrade Plan
Uttarakhand PWD to upgrade 235 bridges for defense & tourism. Rs 1,640 crore project starts July 2026, boosting load capacity for Char Dham & border logistics. Read more.
Bombay HC Questions Ex-Kolhapur SP in Multi-Crore Scam
Bombay High Court summons former Kolhapur SP Shailesh Balkawade over alleged lapses in Rs 280 crore investment fraud probe. Key accused's bail hearing sees victim intervention.
Noida makes fire NOCs mandatory for Christmas, New Year parties
Noida administration mandates fire safety NOCs and prior permission for all festive events at hotels, pubs, and banquet halls. Inspections intensify after the Goa tragedy. Learn the new rules.
Unions Protest Against Viksit Bharat Bill in Bathinda
Labour and farm unions in Bathinda protested the Viksit Bharat Guarantee Bill, calling it a betrayal of rural workers. They demand MGNREGA be strengthened instead.
Allies Eye DMK's Symbol for 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly Election
Minor political allies in Tamil Nadu are pushing to contest on the DMK's 'Rising Sun' symbol for the 2026 assembly elections, citing its proven electoral success in tight multi-cornered fights. Read the full analysis.
Pune Cab Apps Ignore RTO Fare Rules, Passengers Pay More
Pune RTO claims Uber, Ola, Rapido updated fares to approved rates. Yet, passengers report overcharging as drivers use unauthorized website. Companies silent. Details inside.
Messi Event Organiser's Lavish Home Raided in ₹100 Cr Probe
SIT probing Lionel Messi's Kolkata event raids chief organiser's home, finds luxury amenities. Probe expands to alleged ₹100 crore financial irregularities in ticketing and photo ops.
Chandigarh man foils robbery, snatches toy pistol from robbers
A Maloya resident bravely disarmed a robber using a toy pistol late Thursday. Public help led to one arrest. Read how the dramatic incident unfolded near Sector 39.
Two arrested in Chandigarh attempted murder case
Chandigarh police arrest Altamas and Karan for attacking three brothers in Hallomajra. Knives recovered. Accused have prior criminal history. Read the full investigation details.
Panchkula Civic Projects Advance Across Villages & Sectors
Panchkula Municipal Corporation's F&CC-approved projects, from village roads to LED street lights, are underway. Mayor reviews plans aimed at boosting amenities and quality of life. Key updates inside.
Madras HC to inspect Marina Beach over vending, Blue Flag plan
Madras High Court judges will inspect Chennai's Marina Beach on December 22 to assess vending regulations and Blue Flag Scheme plans. Key officials must be present.
Decomposed Body Found in Zirakpur Drain, Probe On
A highly decomposed body recovered from a drain near Sukhna Choe on Zirakpur-Shimla highway shocks locals. Police examine murder and suicide angles. Read the full details.
Lokesh: YSRCP PILs Stall 100K Jobs in Andhra Pradesh
AP Minister Nara Lokesh alleges YSRCP is filing PILs to block major IT investments like TCS & Raheja, threatening over 100,000 jobs for the state's youth. Read more.
HC Rejects TN Police Claim on Orderly System Abolition
Madras High Court rejects Tamil Nadu police's claim of no orderlies, takes suo motu note of TOI report. Directs Chief Secretary, Home Secretary to explain by Jan 7. Details inside.
Delhi PUC server overload causes long queues at fuel pumps
Delhi's PUC certificate issuance slowed down Friday due to server overload from high demand. Long queues formed at pollution check centres as enforcement of 'no PUC, no fuel' rule continues. Read more.
New Police Post Opens in Gadchiroli's Former Maoist Stronghold
A new police post in Tumarkoti, Gadchiroli, marks a security triumph, enabling road construction and development in a former Maoist bastion. Read how this changes lives.
SC: Free Speech Not Absolute, Denies Bail to Student
Supreme Court denies anticipatory bail to a Bengaluru CA student for posts about PM on parody account. Court says free speech is not unfettered. Read the full story.
Modi's Bengal Rally Focuses on Matua Voters, 'Unmapped' Population
PM Modi addresses a rally in Nadia's Taherpur, focusing on Matua community concerns over 'unmapped' voters and inaugurating key highway projects worth Rs 3,200 crore. Read more.
SHANTI Bill: New Nuclear Law Limits Supplier Liability
India's new SHANTI Bill raises concerns over nuclear supplier liability and AERB autonomy as the sector opens to private players. Read the full analysis.
SC Backs Elephants, Orders Resort Removal in Nilgiris
The Supreme Court prioritizes wildlife, ordering resorts on Sigur Plateau's elephant corridors to be dismantled. Final hearing set for January 5. Read the full story.
MP Govt's Rs 125 Cr Daily Loan, Debt Crosses Rs 4.65 Lakh Cr
Madhya Pradesh's debt surpasses its annual budget, averaging over Rs 125 crore in daily loans. Govt defends borrowing for infrastructure and Ladli Behna scheme. Read the full analysis.
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