BJP secured a narrow 32-31 victory in the Chandrapur mayoral election after 2 VBA corporators stayed absent and an AIMIM member abstained, reshaping the political landscape in the 66-member corporation.
With Bangladesh's February 12 elections approaching, Gobindadeb Pramanik of the Hindu Mahajote hopes to win the Gopalganj-3 constituency by consolidating minority votes, amid allegations of voter intimidation and safety concerns.
Polling begins for 116 municipalities and 7 municipal corporations in Telangana with over 5.2 million voters. Counting scheduled for February 13 amid a three-way contest.
A 19-year-old woman, Shifa Shaikh, was shot dead in Shivaji Nagar, Govandi. Police detained another woman for questioning, citing a dispute possibly linked to a mutual male friend.
A tragic head-on collision between a Swift Desire car and a trailer on NH-21 near Kailai in Dausa district has claimed six lives. All occupants were seriously injured, with victims rushed to hospitals where they succumbed.
More than 50 government employees from revenue associations were detained in Trichy after attempting to block a road near the district collectorate. They were protesting for job security, pay reforms, and other demands.
A snake discovered inside a lawyer's two-wheeler at the Trichy court premises caused brief commotion on Tuesday, prompting fire and rescue services to dismantle parts of the vehicle to locate the reptile.
Madurai Corporation presented its 2026-27 budget, projecting Rs 1,450.44 crore income against Rs 1,459.31 crore expenditure. Key plans include sewage repairs, healthcare expansion, and education upgrades.
BJP veteran Sudhir Mungantiwar orchestrates a stunning political comeback in Chandrapur, securing mayor and deputy mayor posts despite not being the largest party, showcasing his strategic acumen.
Residents of Beltarodi in Nagpur express outrage as newly laid cement concrete roads are excavated for drainage lines, highlighting poor urban planning and coordination by NMRDA.
A young couple was found dead in a rented house in Sirsa. Police suspect the man strangled his girlfriend, a dancer, before taking his own life. An argument preceded the incident.
A 37-year-old woman in Kanpur's Dabauli village died by suicide, hanging herself from the same hook her husband used two years prior. Police investigation reveals family details and recent auto accident troubles.
Two men died after being struck by a speeding container on the Kanpur–Aligarh highway near Naramau toll gate. Police report the victims were fighting under the influence of alcohol when they wandered onto the road.
Parliament resumes debate on Union Budget 2026-27 with key committee reports on transport, tourism, and solar projects. Opposition criticizes India-US trade framework amid economic policy scrutiny.
Karnataka initiates preparations to widen the Hubballi-Vijayapura highway, aiming to enhance connectivity and boost regional development in the state.
A Pune court has denied bail to Sheetal Tejwani, calling the Mundhwa land deal an 'elite scam'. Tejwani held power of attorney for 272 watandars in a sale to a firm linked to Parth Pawar.
A TISS report commissioned by the Bombay High Court reveals Thane Creek Bridge-III has caused a 61% drop in fish catch and 53% income loss for fishing communities, severely impacting livelihoods.
A Pakistani minister launched a scathing anti-US tirade, claiming Pakistan 'used the US like toilet paper' and made a significant revelation about Afghanistan, sparking diplomatic tensions.
Two truck drivers were killed and three injured when a vegetable-laden truck struck them as they tried to rescue a trapped driver on the Delhi-Meerut Expressway. The driver they were helping survived with minor injuries.
Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu pledges to maintain Old Pension Scheme and welfare programs despite Centre's Revenue Deficit Grant withdrawal, accuses previous BJP government of financial mismanagement.
The Lok Sabha will discuss a no-confidence motion against Speaker Om Birla on March 9, 2026, after he recused himself on moral grounds, marking a significant parliamentary event.
A Bombay High Court-appointed TISS report recommends Rs 141 crore compensation for fishing families affected by Thane Creek Bridge-III, with payouts up to Rs 16.76 lakh per family over five years.
The Union Home Ministry mandates a six-stanza version of Vande Mataram at government events, requiring citizens to stand and playing it before Jana Gana Mana.
Uttar Pradesh Finance Minister Suresh Khanna presented the state budget for 2026-27, emphasizing major allocations for health infrastructure, education, and women's welfare schemes under the Yogi Adityanath-led government.
Following the appointment of Pune's mayor and deputy mayor, corporators are competing for positions on key municipal committees. BJP, with 119 corporators, can co-opt seven members, while setting strict selection rules for nominated posts.
Navsari Consumer Commission rules that merely attending a dinner where liquor was ordered does not prove drunkenness, directing Oriental Insurance to pay a Rs 3 lakh medical claim and Rs 5,000 compensation.
A woman in Barabanki has filed a complaint alleging mental harassment, molestation, and abuse of power by a sub-inspector. She claims he visited her home under false pretenses and made inappropriate advances.
Cooperation Secretary K S Palanisamy reviewed paddy procurement and movement in Thanjavur, Tiruvarur, Nagapattinam, and Mayiladuthurai, directing officials to ensure smooth operations and prevent supply chain congestion.
Gurgaon traffic police issued 80 challans worth Rs 8 lakh against two-wheeler riders using modified silencers on Royal Enfield Bullet motorcycles during a special drive in January. The crackdown targets noise pollution and road safety violations.
Abdul Rehman, an e-rickshaw driver from Ayodhya arrested for alleged terror plot, was killed by a fellow inmate in Faridabad's Neemka Jail. His body is expected to reach his family by Wednesday.