Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov stated that only US President Donald Trump has declared India will stop buying Russian oil, emphasizing Russia's readiness to deepen ties with India as far as New Delhi desires.
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation conducted a surprise enforcement drive in Manimajra, issuing 13 challans for banned polythene use and launching an awareness campaign on waste segregation.
The Calcutta High Court ruled that calling someone 'Adarsha Sir' sarcastically does not constitute an offence under the SC/ST Act, quashing a complaint against a former HoD of Sanskrit College.
Indore faces a mixed day with export sector revival, a spree of criminal activities, examination disruptions, and a welfare scheme investigation. Key civic, traffic, and administrative updates from the city.
Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation amends 1979 Act to create Slum Rehabilitation Authority, launching two pilot projects in Velampeta and Indira Gandhi Nagar under PPP model with no financial burden on government.
Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu confirms Amaravati will host Union budget's health and education cities. Cabinet approves Rs 12,000 crore Jal Jeevan Mission funding, AI labs, solar projects, and land amendments.
YSRCP legislators led by YS Jagan Mohan Reddy staged a dramatic walkout from the Andhra Pradesh assembly during the governor's address, demanding principal opposition status to raise public issues effectively.
YSRCP legislator Tatiparthi Chandrasekhar alleges the governor's assembly address contained baseless claims and misleading figures, failing to address public concerns while criticizing the ruling coalition's governance.
Energy Minister Gottipati Ravi Kumar instructed AP DISCOMs to ensure uninterrupted power supply to all temples and surrounding areas for the Maha Sivaratri festival, emphasizing reliability for devotees.
Indian Air Force Vice Chief Air Marshal Nagesh Kapoor announces plans to induct more advanced fighter aircraft, with the Rafale deal under consideration ahead of Exercise Vayushakti-26.
Four Andhra Pradesh ministers received threatening letters allegedly from Maoist groups, causing concern among their families. Police have launched an investigation to determine the authenticity and origin of the suspicious correspondence.
The Andhra Pradesh assembly budget session is set to run until March 11, with the Business Advisory Committee finalizing a 17-day schedule. Finance Minister P Keshav will present the budget on February 14, followed by debates and legislative activities.
Andhra Pradesh Assembly Speaker Ch Ayyanna Patrudu introduces a fully digital attendance system with biometric and facial recognition to ensure legislators' presence during proceedings.
A 55-member delegation from Hebbagodi City municipal council in Bangalore Urban visited Chandigarh to learn about solid waste management, sewage treatment, water treatment, town planning, community centres, and infrastructure development.
Chief Judicial Magistrate Ajay Kumar Ghanghas inspected the Barwala community mediation centre, finding inadequate facilities and ordering a permanent banner. He stressed the need for dignified operations to build public trust under the Haryana Community
The Bombay High Court has directed the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation to pay interest on dues for using the NSCI Jumbo COVID Centre, highlighting financial accountability in pandemic response.
The Bombay High Court directed the BMC to deposit Rs 12.66 crore with 5% interest for using the NSCI premises as a Jumbo Covid Centre during the pandemic, citing a huge difference in compensation calculations.
Jammu and Kashmir assembly proceedings were disrupted Wednesday after Chief Minister Omar Abdullah's remarks that BJP legislators were 'shoe-beaten' by Union Home Minister Amit Shah, triggering protests and a walkout by opposition members.
Police in Canacona, Goa, have arrested 22-year-old Rohan Velip for allegedly assaulting a 66-year-old Czech national, Zdenka Pejsova, at Agonda beach while intoxicated. The incident occurred on February 9, leading to injuries and a police search operation
The Indian government has proposed the Defence Acquisition Procedure (DAP)-2026 to align defence procurement with geo-strategic changes, boost domestic manufacturing, and accelerate acquisition processes.
Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu instructed ministers to prepare thoroughly for Assembly sessions, address the Srisailam temple queue incident, and announced performance reviews for MLAs during the Andhra Pradesh legislative meeting.
A 23-year-old man was arrested from Mathura for the murder of a 15-year-old boy in Haridwar's Kankhal area. The incident occurred after an altercation over an obscene comment about the accused's minor sister.
The Kolkata Metropolitan Development Authority will repair 135 road stretches spanning 54.1 km in Salt Lake and Rajarhat-Gopalpur under the Pathashree urban scheme at Rs 55.8 crore, part of a larger initiative covering 5,616 roads across the metropolitan
Surat witnesses a significant drug crackdown, a tragic domestic incident, and a citywide canine survey. Stay informed on civic, traffic, and administrative developments in the city.
A Kolkata law college, where a student was raped last year, has been operating without permanent security staff since January. A casual staffer has been given additional security duties while police personnel are temporarily deployed.
Mumbai police have invoked MCOCA against five accused for firing at Rohit Shetty's Juhu residence, citing a conspiracy by an organised crime syndicate. The court extended custody for further investigation.
The Uttarakhand High Court has directed the formation of a medical board to assess a coma patient in Dehradun, following a plea by his wife for guardianship, with reports due in two weeks.
Goa police have registered an FIR against constable driver Saish Parsekar for allegedly stealing gold ornaments worth Rs 8 lakh from a fatal accident victim. The incident occurred in Anjuna on January 25.
Bangladesh's parliamentary election on Thursday holds profound implications for India, with the absence of Sheikh Hasina's Awami League reshaping Delhi's diplomatic calculus. India's outreach to the BNP, security concerns, and a constitutional referendum
Amritsar police arrested two individuals and seized five sophisticated pistols, including Glocks, linked to Pakistan-based smugglers via drones. The accused are habitual offenders involved in narco-arms smuggling.