Bengaluru Trade Licence Renewal Fines: 25% in March, 100% in April
Bengaluru's GBA Chief Commissioner mandates online renewal fee payments with escalating penalties for delays: 25% fine in March, 100% penalty in April for trade licences.
Category : Politics
UGC Reforms Needed to Fight Caste Discrimination
Post-review UGC regulations should establish fair rules and prevent misuse to effectively deter caste discrimination in Indian higher education institutions.
Karnataka Bans Gutka Ads on Public Buses After Public Alert
The Karnataka government has removed gutka advertisements from public buses, responding to citizen concerns about promoting harmful products. This action highlights the power of public vigilance in shaping state policies.
CBI SIT Report on TTD Ghee Adulteration Scandal
The CBI-led SIT investigation into the TTD laddu ghee adulteration case reveals that former chairman Y V Subba Reddy and ex-officer A V Dharma Reddy knew about adulteration but approved supply agreements. The report recommends government action.
Delhi Police Arrests Mumbai Man in MBA Admission Fraud
Delhi Police arrested a Mumbai man for defrauding parents by promising MBA admissions through fake quotas. Using a dummy candidate, they traced him to Goregaon after multiple complaints.
Kolkata Syndicate Clash: Satta Business Sparks Violence
Kolkata police reveal that a violent clash in Kankulia's Panchanantala Road was fueled by a fight for control over the emerging satta business near Dhakuria and Park Circus railway tracks, leading to multiple arrests.
Kolkata Woman to Continue Case Against Influencer
Pinki Ghosh Dastidar, who filed a complaint against influencer Sayak Chakraborty, says she will ensure he faces punishment despite the waiter's release from jail. Four separate complaints have been registered.
Delhi Govt Plans Old Delhi Redevelopment as Tourism Hub
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announces comprehensive redevelopment of Old Delhi's Walled City, focusing on heritage revival, underground wiring, and traffic solutions to boost tourism.
Thane: Teen Girls Held in Man's Death After Police Chowkie Altercation
Thane police have arrested an 18-year-old girl and detained a 17-year-old minor in connection with the death of a 40-year-old man following a violent altercation at a police chowkie in Bhiwandi. The case has been registered under culpable homicide charges
Kerala HC: Maternity Leave Can't Cancel NBEMS Candidature
Kerala High Court rules maternity leave is a fundamental right, cannot be clubbed with regular leave to cancel NBEMS trainee's candidature in exceptional medical case.
Court Rejects Waze's Plea in Deshmukh Money Laundering Case
A special court in Mumbai dismissed dismissed cop Sachin Waze's plea to drop proceedings in a money laundering case involving former home minister Anil Deshmukh, noting illegal acts aren't official duties.
Pune Porsche Crash: SC Bail Reopens Wounds for Family
The Supreme Court's bail to three accused in the Pune Porsche crash case has reopened wounds for Ashwini Kosta's family from Jabalpur, who describe their prolonged fight for justice as emotionally and financially draining.
Foreign Nationals Charged in $1B+ Medicare Fraud in Chicago
Federal prosecutors in Chicago have charged multiple foreign nationals with orchestrating massive Medicare and health insurance fraud schemes, allegedly siphoning over $1 billion through false billing for medical equipment and tests never provided.
Andhra Cabinet Seeks Deeper Probe into TTD Ghee Adulteration
The Andhra Pradesh state cabinet has decided to pursue further investigation into the criminal culpability of former TTD chairman Y V Subba Reddy and other officials involved in the alleged adulteration of ghee used for laddu prasadam.
Malda Bedridden Voter Attends Hearing via Ambulance
A 60-year-old bedridden voter in Malda was transported in an ambulance to attend a SIR hearing, sparking a political debate over the Election Commission's procedures and humanity.
Thane Police Arrest Man with Illegal Pistols in Bhiwandi
Thane police arrested a 20-year-old man from Madhya Pradesh after seizing four country-made pistols and live cartridges worth Rs 4 lakh in Bhiwandi. The arrest followed suspicious behavior noticed by the anti-narcotics cell.
Delhi Businessman Dies in Road Rage Attack by Delivery Riders
A 36-year-old businessman from Delhi died after being assaulted with helmets by two food delivery riders in Connaught Place. Police have arrested the accused in the road rage incident.
Vizag Ward Secretary Arrested for ₹16,000 Bribe
Anti-Corruption Bureau officials in Visakhapatnam arrested a ward administrative secretary for demanding and accepting a bribe of ₹16,000 to process a municipal tax transfer request.
MP's Rs 5,200 Crore Loan Raises Fiscal Autonomy Concerns
Madhya Pradesh government borrows Rs 5,200 crore post-Union Budget, increasing state debt to Rs 4.75 lakh crore. Officials cite infrastructure needs, but concerns mount over fiscal autonomy and Ladli Behna scheme costs.
Mass Wedding at Tara Tarini as Odisha CM Launches Scheme
Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi launched the Mukhyamantri Kanya Bibaha Yojana during a mass marriage ceremony at Tara Tarini temple in Ganjam district, where 201 couples tied the knot with government financial support.
9 Bangladeshi Nationals Get 2 Years RI in Odisha for Illegal Entry
A Bhubaneswar court sentenced nine Bangladeshi nationals to two years rigorous imprisonment for illegally entering India without valid documents. This marks the first conviction of Bangladeshi infiltrators in Odisha.
Bombay HC: Abu Salem Must Pay Parole Escort Charges or Stay
Bombay High Court tells Abu Salem he cannot bargain on escort charges for parole. Court says if he can't pay, he shouldn't go. Hearing continues on parole plea citing brother's death.
Sadar Hospital Parking Scam: Visitors Duped in Ranchi
Patients and visitors at Ranchi's Sadar Hospital allege exploitation through illegal parking charges, with fees demanded even for brief stops under 10 minutes, violating official policy.
President Murmu to Stay Overnight at Similipal Tiger Reserve
President Droupadi Murmu will become the first serving Indian President to spend a night at Similipal Tiger Reserve's Gudgudia guesthouse, boosting wildlife tourism in her home district.
J&K Parties Hail Railway Projects Halt to Save Apple Orchards
Political parties across Jammu and Kashmir have welcomed the railway minister's decision to put three proposed railway projects on hold following concerns about damage to apple orchards and local ecology.
Mysuru DC: Rs 100/Tonne Sugarcane Dues in 15 Days
Mysuru Deputy Commissioner G Lakshmikanth Reddy assured sugarcane growers that pending dues of Rs 100 per tonne will be credited to bank accounts within 15 days, with measures to address harvesting and weighing issues.
Tirupati Police Arrest 4 in House Break-In, Recover Gold
Tirupati police arrested four accused, including two minors, in a house break-in case at Yerraguntla, Kadapa district. The accused stole gold ornaments and valuables from a grocery shop owner's residence.
Thane Court Acquits Five in Police Assault Case
A Thane court has acquitted five individuals accused of assaulting police personnel in 2020, citing glaring contradictions in testimonies, lack of medical evidence, and missing duty records.
AP Transport Dept & Maruti Suzuki Automate Driving Test Tracks
Andhra Pradesh transport department signs MoU with Maruti Suzuki India to automate 4 driving test tracks across state RTOs, aiming to enhance efficiency, transparency, and road safety through technology.
MLA Sridhar Appears Before Jana Sena Panel Over Abuse Claims
Railway Kodur MLA Arava Sridhar appeared before a three-member Jana Sena disciplinary committee regarding sexual abuse allegations by a government employee, who also claimed forced abortions.
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