Karnataka HC: No Right for Foreigners to Demand Visa
The Karnataka High Court ruled that foreign nationals cannot insist on visa grant or renewal, and the state need not provide reasons for denial, dismissing an appeal by two Nigerian students.
Category : Politics
Kolkata Mayor Rules Out Separate Cycle Lanes on City Roads
Kolkata Mayor Firhad Hakim dismisses proposal for separate cycle lanes, stating insufficient road space. Plan deemed feasible only in planned townships like New Town with wider infrastructure.
Church Clarifies Pension Scheme, Criticizes Misreporting
The Syro Malabar Church clarifies that a Kerala cabinet decision removes obstacles for eligible unmarried women above 50 to receive pensions, not exclusively for nuns, amid criticism of misleading reports.
Bengaluru Toilet Audit: 95% Unusable for Disabled Persons
A comprehensive audit of Bengaluru's public toilets reveals shocking gaps between official claims and ground reality, with 95% facilities unusable for persons with disabilities and severe safety issues for women and transgender users.
Leh IAF Station Upgraded to Boost Ladakh Tourism & Economy
Lieutenant Governor Kavinder Gupta inaugurated upgraded civil aviation infrastructure at Leh IAF station to enhance tourism, economic activity, and disaster response capabilities in Ladakh.
Economic Survey Hails Odisha's Skilling & Climate Models
Economic Survey highlights Odisha's replicable skilling initiatives, institutional climate adaptation through water governance, and innovative alumni engagement in higher education as exemplary models.
Pilibhit: Life Sentence for Brothers in Farmer Murder Case
A Pilibhit court has sentenced two brothers to life imprisonment for murdering a 58-year-old farmer in 2014. The case originated from a minor school dispute between children and escalated into fatal violence.
Haridwar Land Dispute: BJP Worker Among 7 Booked for Firing
A case has been registered against a youth BJP worker and six others, including Matri Sadan seer Brahmachari Sudhanand, over a firing incident during a land encroachment dispute in Kankhal, Haridwar.
Uttarakhand HC Bars Eviction of Van Gujjars Until Forest Rights Claims Settled
Uttarakhand High Court prohibits state from evicting Van Gujjar community from forest land until their Forest Rights Act claims are resolved, allowing continued farming activities during the process.
Baramati Mourns Ajit Pawar: Bhigwan Chowk Falls Silent
Baramati town in Pune witnessed a somber farewell for Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, with Bhigwan Chowk, the political epicenter, unusually quiet. Thousands gathered for state honours cremation, remembering his grassroots legacy.
Gujarat CM's Gir Safari: Lions Sighted, Forest Vehicles Launched
Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel embarked on a jungle safari in Sasan-Gir, spotting lions at two locations. He later flagged off 183 specialized vehicles for forest staff during his Junagadh visit.
Mann Touts Punjab's Cashless Healthcare in Gujarat Outreach
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann highlights Punjab's Aam Aadmi clinics and cashless treatment scheme during Gujarat visit, criticizes BJP-Congress collusion as AAP expands western India presence.
HC Grants More Time to Odisha Govt in PIL on Employee Strike Rules
The Orissa High Court has extended the deadline for the state government to file its response to a PIL seeking strict enforcement of conduct rules prohibiting government employees from participating in strikes.
29 Booked for Student Hostage, Assault in Ludhiana
Ludhiana police have registered a case against 29 individuals for allegedly kidnapping and brutally assaulting a 21-year-old student on ITI Gill Road. The victim was held captive for hours and attacked with weapons.
Ludhiana: Woman, Father Booked for Cheating Husband Over Canada Promise
Doraha police have registered a cheating case against a woman and her father for allegedly extracting money with false promises of helping her husband settle in Canada. The complainant claims he transferred Rs. 14.5 lakh for the purpose.
Sambhal Police Moves HC Against FIR Order for 12 Cops
Sambhal Police files revision petition in Allahabad High Court challenging CJM's order to register FIR against 12 personnel for alleged firing during November 2024 violence. Separate petition filed by former circle officer.
Ludhiana's Secret Stray Dog Feeding Zones
Ludhiana authorities install 30 stray dog feeding zones discreetly to avoid resident protests, implementing Supreme Court guidelines to manage animal aggression and public safety.
UP Teen Dies by Suicide After Rape, Police Humiliation
A 17-year-old girl in Lakhimpur Kheri died by suicide after alleged rape and humiliation at police station. Two arrested, police conduct under investigation.
Saharanpur Village Court Video Sparks Outrage, Police Probe
A viral video from Saharanpur shows a 25-year-old man and 22-year-old woman publicly humiliated by a village court, leading to police investigation and case against 12 individuals.
AP to Re-Allot 301 Bar Licences After Tax Waiver
The Andhra Pradesh government will re-notify 301 unsold bar licences after waiving the additional retail excise tax, addressing trader protests and aiming to restore price parity in the liquor sector.
Nitish Kumar Launches Rs 827 Crore Projects in Samastipur
Bihar CM Nitish Kumar inaugurated 188 projects worth Rs 827 crore in Samastipur district, emphasizing industrial promotion and youth skill development during his Samriddhi Yatra.
High-Grade Explosives Suspected in Bhubaneswar Bomb Blast
Forensic experts suspect hexahydro trinitro triazine, used in IEDs and RDX, was involved in a Bhubaneswar rooftop explosion that injured four, including a history-sheeter. NIA investigates while police rule out terror links.
E-Rickshaw Driver Held for Murder in Delhi's Mangol Puri
A 28-year-old tent labourer was stabbed to death during a heated argument in Outer Delhi's Mangol Puri. The accused e-rickshaw driver has been arrested, and the murder weapon seized.
Orissa HC Quashes Promotion Rules for Govt Engineers
The Orissa High Court has struck down two controversial clarifications by the ST & SC development department regarding promotions of government engineers, declaring them legally unsustainable.
Agra: Main Accused in Murder Case Killed in Police Encounter
Agra police gunned down Arbaz Khan, the main accused in the murder of Raj Chauhan, during an encounter after he allegedly snatched a service pistol and opened fire at officers during a weapon recovery operation.
Bengaluru HC Hears Illegal Structures Case
Karnataka government informs High Court that most structures demolished in Yelahanka's Kogilu village were built after May 2025, citing Google Earth images showing no constructions until 2013.
Dehradun Teen Murder: Cousin Suspected After Girl Found Dead
A 17-year-old Class 12 girl was found murdered with neck and face injuries in a Dehradun village. Police suspect her cousin, who is absconding after buying a machete two days earlier.
Dutch Police Violence Against Muslim Women in Utrecht
A disturbing video from Utrecht shows police officers kicking and hitting two Muslim women, with allegations of racist language. Dutch authorities are investigating the incident amid public outrage.
Gujarat Police Rescue Newborn, Arrest 3 in Trafficking Case
Ahmedabad police arrested three individuals, including a woman, and rescued a newborn they purchased for Rs 3.6 lakh. The interstate trafficking network spans Gujarat, Telangana, and Uttar Pradesh.
Surat Airport Link in Ajit Pawar's Fatal Plane Crash
The aircraft that crashed in Baramati, killing Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar and four others, had multiple flights between Mumbai and Surat just days before the tragedy, airport sources confirm.
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