Ex-Pune Mayor Shantilal Suratwala, Pawar Aide, Dies at 76
Shantilal Suratwala, former mayor of Pune from 1992 to 1993 and a close associate of the Pawar family, passed away after a brief illness. Known for his civic work and leadership.
Category : Politics
Delhi HC Asks DGCA on Pilot Rest Norm Relaxation
Delhi High Court queries DGCA and IndiGo on indefinite relaxation of weekly rest and leave norms for pilots, seeking responses within two weeks.
Karnataka BJP Faces Defamation Case Over Post Against CM, Deputy CM
A defamation case has been filed against the Karnataka BJP for a social media post allegedly targeting Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy CM DK Shivakumar. The complaint accuses the party of spreading misinformation.
Budget 2026 Date: FM Sitharaman to Present on Feb 1
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present Union Budget 2026-27 on February 1 at 11 AM. The Budget Session runs from January 28 to April 2 with 30 sittings over 65 days.
IndiGo Flight Diverted to Ahmedabad Following Bomb Threat
An IndiGo flight from Kuwait to Delhi was diverted to Ahmedabad after a passenger found a handwritten bomb threat note. All 180 passengers were safely evacuated.
Gold, Cash Recovered from Serial Offender in Mangaluru
Mangaluru police have recovered gold ornaments and cash from a serial offender during a recent operation, highlighting ongoing efforts to combat crime in Karnataka.
Sreedharan: Kerala RRTS is 'Foolish Venture' and 'Election Stunt'
Metroman E Sreedharan criticizes Kerala's Regional Rapid Transit System as a 'foolish venture' and 'election stunt' after state cabinet grants in-principle approval.
SC: Menstrual Health a Fundamental Right, Free Pads in Schools
Supreme Court mandates free sanitary pads for schoolgirls, declares menstrual health a fundamental right, and orders separate, disabled-friendly toilets in all schools nationwide.
Adhikari Leads Kolkata Rally Demanding Arrest After Warehouse Fire
BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari led a protest rally in Kolkata demanding the arrest of food chain owners responsible for a deadly warehouse fire. The incident has sparked outrage and calls for accountability.
Congress Slams Govt Over MGNREGA Changes in Delhi Protest
Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh criticizes the VB-G RAM G scheme for diluting MGNREGA's original spirit, alleging the government is attacking the poor by taking away assured jobs.
Mumbai Businessman Loses ₹11.5 Cr in Elaborate Loan Scam
A Ghatkopar-based businessman was cheated of ₹11.50 crores after being promised an interest-free loan of ₹200 crores. The scam involved claims of ₹300 crore cash stored in a Bihar godown.
US-China Commission Hearing on India's Indo-Pacific Role
The US-China Economic and Security Review Commission will hold its first 2026 hearing focusing on India's strategic position in the Indo-Pacific, examining geopolitical tensions, economic ties, and implications for US national security.
Bombay HC Quashes MPID Case Against Developer After Settlement
The Bombay High Court has dismissed criminal proceedings under the MPID Act against developer Jagdish Ahuja and family after parties settled a ₹1.15 crore financial dispute amicably.
Army Fires Warning Shots at Pakistani Drones Near LoC in J&K
Indian Army personnel fired warning shots after detecting Pakistani drone activity near the Line of Control in Keran sector of Jammu and Kashmir. Security agencies suspect surveillance and smuggling operations.
Tharoor Praises Rahul Gandhi's Stand Against Communalism
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has commended Rahul Gandhi for his unwavering stance against communalism, highlighting his role as a strong voice for secular values in Indian politics.
BJP Budget 2026 Campaign Faces Tamil Nadu Opposition
BJP launches nationwide Budget 2026 outreach campaign with 150 press conferences planned from February 1-15, combining traditional and digital strategies while facing strong criticism from Tamil Nadu's MDMK leader Vaiko.
Swami Saraswati's 40-Day Ultimatum to Yogi Adityanath
Swami Avimukteshwaranad Saraswati issues a 40-day ultimatum to UP CM Yogi Adityanath to declare cow as state mother and halt cow meat exports, threatening a sant sammelan in Lucknow.
Metro vs Buses: Why Indians Queue Differently - Economic Survey
The Economic Survey 2025-26 explains why Indians follow queues in Metro systems but push in buses. Five factors create orderly behavior: clear rules, fair enforcement, reliability, social learning, and dignified spaces.
Bengaluru Teacher Booked for Branding Student Over Homework
A private school teacher in Bengaluru's Lakshmidevinagar faces charges under the Juvenile Justice Act for allegedly branding a Class IV student who failed to complete homework and threatening him.
Bombay HC Rejects Sandeep Arora's Bail in Tata Capital Fraud
Bombay High Court rejects anticipatory bail for Sandeep Arora, prime accused in ₹12.06 crore Tata Capital fraud, citing serious allegations and criminal history.
Vadodara: Dog Attack, BCA Polls Change, Armed Robbery & More
Key developments from Vadodara include a schoolboy attacked by stray dogs in Subhanpura, venue change for BCA polls, an armed robbery incident, plus civic, traffic, and weather updates.
SC: Menstrual Hygiene is Fundamental Right Under Constitution
The Supreme Court has ruled that menstrual hygiene is part of the right to life and privacy. It mandates free sanitary pads and separate toilets in all schools, with strict compliance required.
Jamshedpur Kidnapping: Three Injured in Police Encounter
Three suspects in the kidnapping of industrialist's son Kairav Gandhi were injured in a police encounter in Jamshedpur. The incident occurred during evidence recovery near a temple in Bistupur.
Prison Security Row After Woman Shoots, Edits Video Inside Jail
A woman visited a Chhattisgarh prison to surprise her jailed boyfriend, secretly recording and editing a video with a song before uploading it online, raising serious security concerns.
Delhi HC Questions DGCA on Pilot Rest Norm Relaxation
The Delhi High Court has raised concerns with the DGCA regarding the indefinite relaxation of weekly rest norms for pilots, questioning its impact on flight safety and crew well-being.
Deccan Centre Think-Tank Launched in Chennai for South India
A new think-tank named 'Deccan Centre' has been inaugurated in Chennai to strengthen South India's global engagement across geopolitics, trade, technology, and more.
CID Probes Baramati Plane Crash Killing Ajit Pawar
The Maharashtra CID has initiated a thorough investigation into the tragic plane crash in Baramati that claimed the life of senior politician Ajit Pawar and four others. The Learjet 45 aircraft crashed just 200 meters from the airstrip edge.
BJP's Nitin Nabin Holds 'Auditions' for Team in Poll States
BJP leaders face 'auditions' for inclusion in new president Nitin Nabin's team based on performance in poll-bound states like Assam, with similar processes planned for West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Puducherry.
Karnataka Congress Govt More Eager on Labour Codes Than BJP States: CITU
CITU alleges Karnataka's Congress government is implementing labour codes more aggressively than BJP-ruled states, introducing regressive and unconstitutional provisions against workers' interests.
NCP Merger Talks Final Before Ajit Pawar's Death
Maharashtra political leaders reveal NCP reunification was nearly complete before Ajit Pawar's tragic death, with electoral strategy finalized and formal announcement pending.
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