Former Finance Minister P Chidambaram has strongly criticized the government for significant reductions in allocations for agriculture and rural development in the Union Budget, highlighting cuts of Rs 6,985 crore and Rs 53,067 crore respectively.
India and Greece signed a joint declaration to strengthen defence industrial cooperation, marking the start of a five-year roadmap. The agreement includes a Bilateral Military Cooperation Plan for 2026 and enhanced maritime collaboration.
Madras High Court halted reconstruction of a 100-year-old stone mandapam in Kancheepuram temple, citing unconscionable demolition based on vastu principles. Justice questioned the heritage committee's approval.
MCG has started the process to hire a private contractor for developing a model road in Sector 66, four months after approval. The Rs 7.4 crore project includes footpaths, cycle tracks, and infrastructure upgrades.
A property dispute in Kolkata's Beleghata area has escalated into violent clashes, leaving resident Sukamal Debnath seriously injured. Conflicting claims over vacating a local property have led to multiple incidents and police complaints.
Kolkata Police's detective department arrested Nitai Sarkar for allegedly snatching a high-value mobile phone worth Rs 1.2 lakh from a pedestrian on the Howrah Bridge approach road last month.
Army veterans in Chennai strongly oppose the Union Budget's proposal to restrict tax exemption for disability pensions, arguing it unfairly penalizes soldiers who served despite disabilities and will impact morale and post-retirement income.
The Tamil Nadu government has petitioned the Madras High Court to revoke the interim bail granted to YouTuber 'Savukku' Shankar, citing a medical board report that found his health stable and not requiring immediate specialized treatment.
Customs officials at Kempegowda International Airport arrested a passenger for smuggling foreign currency and diamonds worth Rs 2 crore, violating export regulations.
Three federal lawsuits accusing author Neil Gaiman of sexually assaulting his former nanny in New Zealand have been dismissed by U.S. judges, who ruled the case should be pursued in New Zealand instead.
Gurgaon police have registered an FIR against a youth and driver after a video showing dangerous stunts on a moving SUV on Dwarka Expressway circulated on social media. The incident poses serious safety risks.
In Karnataka, Ravikumar has called on Chief Minister Siddaramaiah to publicly disclose the list of individuals granted Cabinet and Minister of State ranks, citing a media report of 150 such appointments.
Karnataka has deployed 7 teams and 2 patrol vehicles to ensure safety for devotees during the Mahashivaratri Jatra at MM Hills, a major pilgrim center in Chamarajanagar district.
A three-hour token strike by TASMAC workers in Tamil Nadu led to widespread liquor shortages, with tipplers forced to pay up to 60 extra per bottle and black market sales flourishing outside closed shops.
A 17-year-old Class XII student died on the spot after a motorcycle collision near Periyapalayam. Two others sustained serious injuries in the Sunday accident.
Three unidentified men on a motorcycle robbed employees of a cash-disbursing firm of Rs 85 lakh at gunpoint in northeast Delhi's Shastri Park, shooting one victim. Police have registered a case under BNS and Arms Act sections.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin launched the statewide expansion of a free food scheme for sanitary workers, aiming to benefit over 129,000 employees across urban local bodies.
Greater Chennai Corporation fails to meet Supreme Court deadline for stray dog removal due to shelter capacity issues, with NGOs unable to accommodate more animals despite financial incentives.
A 50-year-old man was arrested in Chennai for breaking into two locked houses in Taramani and Thiruvanmiyur, stealing gold jewellery and cash. Police recovered 54 sovereigns of gold and ₹7.5 lakh from him.
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah faces calls to accelerate legal proceedings for surrendered Naxals, aiming to ensure justice and rehabilitation in the state's security framework.
Phagwara police have arrested two individuals in separate drug-related cases, seizing significant quantities of narcotics. The arrests highlight ongoing efforts to combat drug trafficking in the region.
Jalandhar police have arrested 30 individuals in a significant crackdown as part of Operation Prahar 2.0, targeting criminal activities and enhancing law enforcement efforts in the region.
Police in Jalandhar arrested three individuals under the NDPS Act, seizing significant quantities of poppy husk and heroin in a major crackdown on drug trafficking.
Khanna police detained 125 individuals, including three gangsters, in a major crackdown on criminal activities in Ludhiana. The operation targeted illegal gatherings and anti-social elements.
Jalandhar MLA Sushil Kumar Rinku has secured a Rs 11.18 crore grant from the Punjab government to upgrade playgrounds, aiming to boost youth sports infrastructure and community health.
Prabhjot Singh, a young man from Majitha in Amritsar, has joined the Indian Navy as an officer, proudly donning the naval cap in a significant career move.
The Ludhiana Municipal Corporation House meeting witnessed significant chaos and disruptions, yet eight key proposals were passed, highlighting ongoing governance challenges in the city.
Adivasi groups in Karnataka's Nagarahole Tiger Reserve protest a big cat conservation event, alleging denial of ancestral land rights and human rights violations in the name of wildlife protection.
A significant fire broke out at the Eros Garden residential complex in Faridabad's Charmwood Village. Six fire tenders responded promptly, extinguishing the blaze within an hour with no reported casualties or injuries.
Greater Chennai Corporation intensifies enforcement, collecting ₹11.79 crore from various civic violations including plastic use, waste disposal, and mosquito breeding.