Gujarat Debt Hits Rs 3.99 Lakh Crore in 2024-25
Gujarat government reports public debt at Rs 3.99 lakh crore for 2024-25, up from Rs 3.52 lakh crore in 2023-24. The assembly also heard about teacher complaints and no new Smart City additions.
Category : Politics
DGCA Completes 51 Audits on Charter Operators in 2025
India's aviation regulator DGCA carried out 51 regulatory audits of non-scheduled operators in 2025, with all findings closed. The audits included VSR Ventures following the Baramati crash.
AMC Seals 32 Illegal PG Units in Ahmedabad, Sparks Protests
Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation intensifies crackdown on illegal paying guest accommodations, sealing 32 units in North-West Zone. Residents and operators protest at AMC office, demanding proper notice and relocation time.
Bengaluru Transport Not Fully Disabled-Friendly, Activists Report
Six disability activists and wheelchair users in Bengaluru acknowledge metro station improvements but highlight ongoing accessibility gaps in public transport, as reported by Metrolife.
Bengaluru Stray Dog Adoption Drive Angers Animal Lovers
A new stray dog adoption initiative in Bengaluru has drawn sharp criticism from dog lovers who argue it unfairly shifts responsibility from civic authorities to overburdened caretakers without addressing root causes.
Rajnath Singh Urges Global Naval Cooperation at MILAN-2026
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh emphasized the need for international naval cooperation to address evolving maritime threats at the opening of India's largest multilateral naval exercise, MILAN-2026.
RTC Staff Protest in Bengaluru Over 26-Month Arrears
Road Transport Corporation workers from across Karnataka gathered at Freedom Park in Bengaluru to demand clearance of 26 months' arrears, with bus operations remaining unaffected during the 'Bengaluru Chalo' stir.
KMF Files Complaint Against Doctor Over Nandini Milk Claims
The Karnataka Milk Federation has filed a formal complaint against a dermatologist for allegedly making false claims about Nandini milk products, calling them baseless and unscientific.
Uttarakhand HC Quashes PTCUL MD Appointment Over Qualification Rule
Uttarakhand High Court sets aside appointment of Prakash Chandra Dhyani as MD of Power Transmission Corporation, citing failure to meet mandatory engineering degree requirement under 2021 rules.
Kochi Court Orders Rs 65 Cr Asset Return to Victims
Ernakulam PMLA court directs distribution of Rs 65.07 crore attached assets to depositors cheated by Popular Group, with ED's no objection facilitating restitution.
Vadodara Congress Worker Offers Cash for Pothole-Free Road
In Vadodara's Akota-Mujmahuda area, Congress worker Rakesh Thakor offers Rs 1,000 reward to anyone finding a 1-1.5 km road without potholes or patchwork, highlighting severe road damage post-2024 floods.
Kerala Man Dies by Suicide After Losing Rs 13 Lakh in Job Scams
A 44-year-old man in Thiruvananthapuram died by suicide after losing Rs 13 lakh in job scams. Pramod, facing financial distress, took loans for overseas jobs that never materialized, leading to severe mental stress.
Kerala Police Transfers Officers Over Soil Mafia Allegations
Rural SP Juvvanapudi Mahesh orders immediate transfer of SI Jose and ASI Binu from Poovar police station to Kilimanoor following allegations of illegal soil transport connections. The move came during a wireless conference of SHOs.
Kerala's Green Protocol for Attukal Pongala Festival
The Kerala government introduces a strict green protocol for the Attukal Pongala festival on March 3, forming enforcement squads to eliminate single-use plastics and flex boards, with awareness campaigns across the district.
Ahmedabad Security Firm Files FIR Over Rs 3.6 Lakh Fraud
A private security company in Ahmedabad has filed a police complaint alleging three employees siphoned over Rs 3.6 lakh through forged hotel bills, diverted salary payments, and misappropriated company property, leading to criminal charges.
Gujarat Assembly Clash Over SC/ST Act Meetings, Speaker Steps In
BJP and Congress MLAs engaged in a heated exchange in the Gujarat Assembly over the regularity of SC/ST Act monitoring committee meetings, forcing the Speaker to intervene during Thursday's session.
Gujarat UCC Chairperson Justice Desai Praises Progressive Legal Framework
Retired Supreme Court judge Justice Ranjana Desai, chairing Gujarat's Uniform Civil Code committee, stated that implementing the UCC will establish a progressive and equality-based legal system, ensuring equal justice and rights for all citizens.
Ahmedabad Jeweller Cheated of Rs 62 Lakh in Loan Scam
An Ahmedabad jeweller was allegedly defrauded of over Rs 62 lakh after being promised a large business loan. The FIR details how the accused collected money for commissions and bank formalities but failed to deliver the loan.
Bengaluru's 5th Future-Proofing Summit Begins Today
The 5th edition of the DH annual summit in Bengaluru convenes policymakers, industry leaders, and experts for nine panel discussions on urban development and innovation.
Kota Man Arrested for Threatening Rahul Gandhi, Congress MPs
A man claiming Karni Sena links was arrested in Kota for posting a video threatening to shoot Rahul Gandhi and 25 Congress MPs over alleged abuse of Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla. Police have registered a case under BNS sections.
Satish Jarkiholi: Commissions Will Continue in Karnataka
Karnataka Minister Satish Jarkiholi reaffirms the ongoing role of commissions in the state's political framework, emphasizing their past, present, and future significance.
DMDK Joins DMK Alliance in Historic Tamil Nadu Political Move
Premallatha Vijayakant announces DMDK's first-ever alliance with DMK since 2005, citing Karunanidhi's blessings and family ties. CM Stalin welcomes the move as both sides prepare for seat-sharing talks ahead of elections.
Kanpur Police Busts Fake Degree Syndicate, Arrests 4
Kanpur police have dismantled a widespread fake degree racket, arresting four individuals and seizing 900 counterfeit documents. The syndicate operated across nine states, offering fraudulent degrees from high school to professional courses for hefty fees
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta's One-Year Report Card to Showcase Key Achievements
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta will mark one year in office by releasing a comprehensive report card, highlighting achievements like Ayushman Arogya Yojana, Atal Canteens, and infrastructure projects.
Banda Gang-Rape: Class 8 Student Abducted, Assaulted in Atarra
A 16-year-old Class 8 student was allegedly kidnapped and gang-raped by three men in Banda's Atarra town. Police have registered an FIR under the SC-ST Act and arrested the accused.
Lalitpur Woman Claims Willing Marriage, Alleges Harassment
A 20-year-old woman in Lalitpur, who went missing on February 13, has surfaced in a viral video claiming she married willingly and is being harassed by police and family. Her mother had filed an abduction case against the man.
Thiruvananthapuram Traffic Signals Lack Maintenance Since 2022
Traffic signals in Thiruvananthapuram have been without structured maintenance since 2022 due to a pending annual contract with Keltron, leading to safety issues at major junctions.
Mahua Moitra Moves Delhi HC in Pet Rottweiler Custody Case
TMC MP Mahua Moitra has approached the Delhi High Court, challenging a district court's refusal to grant her shared custody of her pet Rottweiler, Henry. The court has sought a response from her former partner, Jai Anant Dehadrai, with the next hearing se
Vadodara Police Arrests Two Qasam Ala Gang Members in Jewelry Theft
Vadodara police arrested two alleged Qasam Ala gang members wanted for a year in a Dabhoi jewelry theft. The duo, with dozens of prior offenses, stole a gold necklace worth over Rs 88,000.
Hyderabad Water Tanker Demand Jumps 36% in February
Hyderabad faces early summer water stress with 50,000 tanker bookings in February's first half, a 36% daily increase from January. Officials note 20% improvement from last year due to rainfall and rainwater harvesting.
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