Rawain Valley Demands Separate District Status in Uttarkashi
Residents of Rawain valley in Uttarkashi intensify their long-standing demand for a separate district, citing geographical challenges and administrative difficulties.
Category : Politics
Bombay HC Backs Disability Pension for Military, Rejects Govt Appeals
The Bombay High Court dismissed 70 petitions by the Centre challenging Armed Forces Tribunal rulings granting disability pensions to military personnel for service-related ailments like diabetes and hypertension.
Election Commission Reviews Agra's Electoral Roll Revision
Agra hosts a key meeting on Special Intensive Revision-2026 of electoral rolls, focusing on voter data, digitization, and strict procedures for unmapped voters.
Bristol Museum Theft: First Arrest After 600 Artefacts Stolen
Police in Bristol have arrested a 41-year-old man in connection with the theft of over 600 culturally significant artefacts from a museum archive building last September. The stolen items include military memorabilia, East India Company jewellery, and ivo
AP Free Power Scheme for Weavers from April 1
Andhra Pradesh government announces free electricity for weavers from April 1, benefiting over 1.03 lakh families. The scheme offers 200 free units monthly for handlooms and 500 for power looms, with annual savings up to ₹21,600.
Gujarat: Nine Booked for Child Marriage of Minor
Authorities in Gujarat have registered a case against nine individuals, including parents and a cleric, for the illegal marriage of a minor girl from Panchmahal district that occurred last year.
SGPC Detains Police at Golden Temple Over Unauthorized Action
A major controversy erupted at Amritsar's Golden Temple complex after CIA police detained two men without informing the SGPC, leading to the committee detaining police personnel in retaliation.
Dehradun Drunk Driving Challans Jump 166% in 2025
Dehradun traffic police report a sharp rise in drunk driving challans from 1,824 in 2024 to 4,868 in 2025, while residents claim enforcement remains insufficient against growing public drinking and reckless driving.
Kali Sena Threatens Bulleh Shah Mazaar Reconstruction in Mussoorie
Kali Sena warns against rebuilding Bulleh Shah's mazaar in Mussoorie, threatening violence and proposing a Hanuman temple. Police investigate vandalism case as Congress demands action.
Goa to Issue Conversion Sanads Online, Ending Office Visits
The Goa government has introduced draft rules to enable online issuance of conversion sanads, eliminating the need for applicants to visit revenue offices physically. This digital initiative aims to streamline the process and reduce the time frame from 60
Uttarakhand Voter Mapping: 75% Work Done
Uttarakhand election officials report 75% completion of voter mapping using 2003 electoral rolls. Second phase of outreach campaign begins February 1 with focus on youth and women voters.
Khaira Urges PM Modi for Punjab Farm Debt Waiver Package
Congress leader Sukhpal Singh Khaira has written to PM Narendra Modi, urging a special relief package including farm debt waiver for Punjab farmers ahead of his state visit, citing their historical contributions.
BJP's Goa Push: Nabin Targets Minorities for 2027 Assembly Polls
BJP national president Nitin Nabin has instructed the party's Goa unit to actively engage with minority communities to secure their support for the 2027 assembly elections, drawing inspiration from the party's success in Assam and northeast India.
Hajipur Woman Shot Dead, Husband Blames Neighbours
A 22-year-old woman was fatally shot at her home in Hajipur's Chowhatta Chowk area. Police have detained two suspects and registered an FIR against four persons based on family allegations of a neighbour dispute.
Bridegroom Attacked by Ex-Lover in Kollegal Wedding Incident
A bridegroom was violently attacked by his bride's former lover and accomplices in Kollegal taluk, Chamarajanagar district. The assault occurred as he was traveling to his wedding reception.
Delhi Court Acquits Man in 2020 Riots School Arson Case
A Delhi court has acquitted Mohd Faizan, accused of torching a school during the 2020 riots, citing serious infirmities in prosecution evidence including contradictory police testimony and unexplained FIR delay.
Goods Train Derails at Ammanabrolu Station in Andhra Pradesh
A goods train derailed at Ammanabrolu railway station in Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh, causing 2 trolleys and 8 wheels to fall off. Railway authorities quickly restored the line with no disruption to regular traffic.
Goa Villagers Protest Despite Govt's Project Shift Assurance
Over 100 villagers from Chimbel participated in a Maha Andolan at Old Goa, continuing their protest despite the government's announcement to relocate the Unity Mall and Prashaasan Stambh projects away from their area.
Bengal Governor Blames Authorities for Kolkata Fire, Opposition Protests
West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose holds enforcement agencies and warehouse owners equally responsible for the devastating Nazirabad fire, calling for proactive measures. Opposition leader Suvendu Adhikari leads protest rally, demanding arrests and a whi
Kolkata Warehouses Lack Fire Safety Near Anandapur
Commercial units and e-commerce warehouses near Kolkata's Anandapur fire site operate without adequate fire safety measures, raising alarm among residents and workers.
Mallavaram-Kanigiri Railway Line Inspection Completed
Commissioner of Railway Safety completes statutory inspection and speed trial for Mallavaram-Kanigiri new railway line, bringing connectivity to drought-prone Prakasam district closer to reality.
Boy Drowns in Brick Kiln Pit, FIR Filed in Sambhal
An eight-year-old boy drowned in a 12-foot-deep pit near a brick kiln in Sambhal's Milak Dhureta village. Police registered an FIR against the owner and two others for negligence.
Madikeri Civic Workers Protest for Clean Environment
Civic workers in Madikeri protested at Gonikoppal GP office, demanding eviction of fish and pork markets near their homes for a hygienic environment and rehabilitation.
Bombay HC Upholds Teacher Dismissal Over Student Messages
The Bombay High Court has upheld the dismissal of a probationary teacher for sending romantic WhatsApp messages to students, emphasizing schools' right to enforce zero-tolerance policies.
Buxar Excise Drive Reunites Man with Family After 8 Years
A routine excise checking drive at Buxar's Veer Kunwar Singh checkpost turned emotional when officials reunited Sudhir Das with his family eight years after he went missing from Samastipur.
EC Sets Deadlines for Bengal Electoral Roll Hearings
The Election Commission has directed officials to complete all pending electoral roll hearings in West Bengal within 7 days, with strict deadlines for notice generation and service. The EC emphasized super-checking of all documents and deployment of micro
Delhi's New 3-Level Grievance System with Auto Escalation
Delhi government introduces corporate-style grievance redressal system with automatic escalation and mandatory feedback. Complaints resolved within 21-41 days through unified platform.
Patna Honors Mahatma Gandhi on Martyrs' Day
Governor Arif Mohammed Khan and CM Nitish Kumar led Martyrs' Day tributes at Gandhi Ghat in Patna, honoring Mahatma Gandhi and freedom fighters with state honors and floral tributes.
Fire at Davorlim Sawmill Destroys Wood, Machines
A devastating fire broke out at a sawmill in Davorlim, Salcete, early Friday, destroying wooden items and processing machines. Five fire tenders from multiple stations battled the intense blaze, suspected to be caused by an electrical short circuit.
Ex-GP Vice-President Dies in Hit-and-Run on NH 275
A 56-year-old auto driver and former vice-president of Sampaje GP was killed in a hit-and-run accident near Sampaje on NH 275. The accused driver was arrested based on CCTV footage.
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