Kerala MLA Antony Raju Disqualified Following Conviction
Kerala MLA and former minister Antony Raju disqualified from Assembly after conviction for evidence tampering in a 1990 NDPS case. Read the full story on the political fallout.
Category : Politics
RSSB Forester 2026: 259 Vacancies, Apply by Feb 4
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3 Held for Firing in Chhattisgarh Tiger Reserve
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Vigilance Report Leaks: CBI Probe Recommended for NGO
Portions of a vigilance report recommending a CBI probe against Manappatt Foundation over FCRA violations have surfaced, adding to the political storm in Kerala. Read the full details and implications.
India Advises Citizens Against Travel to Iran Amid Unrest
India has issued a travel advisory urging citizens to avoid non-essential travel to Iran due to violent protests. The government is closely monitoring the situation. Read for details and safety measures.
Jharkhand Forms Panel for 1948 Kharsawan Massacre Victims
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Shah, Palaniswami Contradict on Tamil Nadu NDA Govt
Union Minister Amit Shah and AIADMK chief Edappadi Palaniswami offer conflicting statements on NDA's Tamil Nadu government formation and seat-sharing for 2026 elections. Details inside.
India Advises Against Travel to Iran as Protests Spread
India urges its nationals to avoid non-essential travel to Iran due to ongoing protests. Citizens in Iran advised to exercise caution. Read the full advisory details.
Man arrested in Delhi kidnapping for ransom case
A 40-year-old man was arrested in Delhi for allegedly kidnapping a man to recover a loan. The victim was rescued from a Jalna farm. Read the full investigation details.
Man arrested for blackmailing Mumbai traders on X
Malad Police arrested Sanjay Yadav for extorting money from suburban traders by posting damaging complaints on X (Twitter). Authorities urge other victims to come forward.
Dev, Shami summoned by EC for Bengal electoral roll hearing
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Life convict in 1999 fratricide case arrested in Gurgaon
Delhi Police arrested Bhim Mahto, a life convict who murdered his brother in 1999 and absconded after his appeal was dismissed. He was tracked to Gurgaon using technical surveillance. Read the full story.
Gujarat HC grants bail in passport forgery case
Gujarat High Court grants conditional bail to a man, born to Bangladeshi parents, in a forgery case, noting he prima facie established his Indian identity. Read the details.
Bengaluru Warden Sacked, Arrested Over Viral Kannada Video
A Bengaluru college hostel warden was dismissed and arrested after a video of him allegedly insulting Kannada went viral. Read the full story of the swift institutional and police action.
Kozhikode Headlines: Major Updates for January 5, 2026
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UP Creates 8.5 Lakh Govt Jobs, Boosts Women & Skill Development
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Court OKs DNA Test for Alleged Naxalite with Fake IDs
A special court in Mumbai permits Maharashtra ATS to conduct a DNA test on Prashant Kamble, an accused with alleged Naxal links who used multiple fake identities for 15 years. Read the full details.
Police parade accused in Raigarh after constable assault
Chhattisgarh police staged a rare public march of an accused, Chitraseen Sao, in Raigarh. This followed violent protests against a coal project where a woman constable was assaulted. Six arrests made, one suspect at large.
Ex-Kerala Minister Antony Raju Disqualified as MLA
Former Kerala Transport Minister Antony Raju disqualified as MLA following his conviction in a 2013 drug seizure case. The court sentenced him to three years in prison. Read the full story.
SC denies bail to Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam; Bangladesh bans IPL
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Nepal Commission Lifts Travel Ban on Former PM Oli
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Punjab District Courts: Over 55% Cases Pending >1 Year
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Shami's Brother Summoned in West Bengal SIR Case
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India's New E-Business Visa for Chinese Travelers
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Gujarat Farmer Set on Fire: Police Probe Murder vs Self-Immolation
A 54-year-old farmer in Gujarat's Anand district suffers severe burns. While he alleges murder attempt by the village sarpanch, police cite CCTV pointing to self-immolation. Read the full investigation details.
Kavitha resigns from BRS, vows solo political plunge
K Kavitha resigns as MLC, severs ties with BRS over corruption and ethics, announces her NGO will enter politics ahead of Telangana Assembly polls. Read her full statement.
Fresh Agitation Against Bailadila Mining in Dantewada
Protests erupt in Bailadila hills against mining deposit no. 4. Youth, Congress, AAP, BSP, CPI demand protection of Bastar's ecology. Major rally held, march planned for 2026.
Indira Bridge Safe, 'Cracks' Are Expansion Joints: Officials
Ahmedabad authorities confirm Indira Bridge is safe for traffic, clarifying media-reported 'cracks' are standard expansion joints. Read the full technical audit details.
Kerala MLA Antony Raju Loses Assembly Seat After Conviction
Kerala MLA and former minister Antony Raju disqualified from the Assembly following a conviction for evidence tampering in a 1992 drug case. The court sentenced him to three years in prison.
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