Two Criminals Arrested After Police Encounter in Ghazipur
Two notorious criminals involved in robbery were arrested within 12 hours after an encounter with police in Ghazipur district. Police recovered weapons and cash from their possession.
Category : Politics
Mumbai, Thane Water Cut from Jan 27 for Repairs
BMC announces a 24-hour water cut in parts of Mumbai's Bhandup, Mulund, and Thane from January 27 to 28 for repair works. Citizens advised to use water judiciously and boil it.
Chhattisgarh Rolls Out Police Commissionerate in Raipur
Chhattisgarh government establishes Raipur urban police commissionerate from January 23, creating separate urban and rural policing jurisdictions with executive magistrate powers for the commissioner.
Korba Police Act Against Dangerous SUV Stunts by Students
Chhattisgarh police impound vehicles and arrest drivers after viral video shows school students performing dangerous stunts from speeding SUVs during a farewell party in Korba district.
Newborn Survives Monkey Attack in Chhattisgarh Village
A 20-day-old infant miraculously survived after a monkey snatched her and threw her into a well in Sevni village, Chhattisgarh. Quick rescue and timely medical intervention saved her life.
Surat Municipal Commissioner Transferred in School Site Row
IAS officer Shalini Agarwal transferred from Surat Municipal Commissioner post amid controversy over school site relocation. She takes charge as MD of Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam Limited.
Stalin Seeks End to Governor's Address After TN Walkout
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin demands abolition of Governor's address tradition after R N Ravi's third consecutive walkout from Assembly, sparking debate on constitutional practices.
7 Arrested for Looting 2000 kg Copper from Ramgarh Factory
Ramgarh police arrested seven individuals for stealing 2,000 kg of copper and metal scraps from a closed steel factory. The incident occurred on January 12, with arrests made in Bokaro and Hazaribag districts.
EC Defends SIR Process to Supreme Court, Cites Migration
Election Commission clarifies to Supreme Court that Special Intensive Revision process follows legal guidelines, addressing parental birth proof requirements due to increased cross-border migration.
Bokaro: Father, Friend Get Life for Minor Rape
A Bokaro POCSO court has sentenced two men, including the victim's father, to life imprisonment for raping an 11-year-old girl in 2025. The court relied on forensic evidence and CCTV footage.
NYC's Socialist Mayor & Billionaire Cop: Can They Govern Together?
New York City faces a political experiment as Mayor Zohran Mamdani, a left-wing firebrand, works with Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch, a billionaire heir. Their ideological clash tests whether progressive governance and data-driven policing can coexist.
Bengal Female Voter Deletions: 43.7% Due to Relocation
A Sabar Institute analysis reveals 43.7% of female voters deleted from Bengal's 2026 draft roll were marked 'permanently shifted', highlighting marriage-linked migration and documentation gaps as key factors disproportionately affecting women's electoral
India's Questions on Trump's Permanent Peace Board
As Trump proposes a $1bn permanent Board of Peace for Gaza, India must evaluate its implications beyond the UN's temporary framework and consider global governance shifts.
EC Summons 30 Lakh Voters, 1 Lakh Face Kolkata SIR Hearings
The Election Commission summons 30 lakh unmapped electors for hearings, with 1 lakh facing SIR queue scrutiny. Form 7 objections and logical discrepancies under review in Kolkata's electoral roll revision.
Odisha CM Releases Rs 315 Crore for Subhadra Scheme Beneficiaries
Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi disbursed financial assistance worth over Rs 315 crore to more than 4.57 lakh beneficiaries of the Subhadra scheme via DBT. The scheme provides Rs 10,000 annually to eligible women for five years.
Kerala HC Orders Repatriation of Sri Lankan Nationals
Kerala High Court directs FRRO to facilitate return of two Sri Lankan nationals detained for over two years without charges, citing deprivation of liberty rights.
Hazaribag: Man Dies Taking Wife to Exam, Wife Critical
A 26-year-old man died in a road accident in Hazaribag while taking his wife to her graduation examination. His wife sustained critical injuries and has been referred to RIMS, Ranchi for advanced treatment.
China Refuses US Gaza Peace Board, Backs UN Framework
China formally declines US invitation to join Gaza 'Board of Peace,' emphasizing UN Charter adherence. Trump's Davos proposal faces legitimacy questions as key allies abstain.
NDMC's Rs 70 Crore Road Revamp Project in Delhi
New Delhi Municipal Council begins comprehensive road carpeting and milling work on 79 prominent roads from February 15, with completion targeted for May 31. The Rs 70+ crore project aims to enhance durability and driving experience.
Coimbatore Police Arrest 5 for Assault, Video Viral
Saravanampatti police in Coimbatore arrested five youths, including four minors, for assaulting a man near Ganapathy. The incident, captured on video, went viral on social media.
Bengaluru Court Awards Life Terms in Two Murder Cases
A Bengaluru court sentences five men to life imprisonment for a 2011 public hacking murder. In a separate case, another man receives life term for killing his co-worker during a drunken altercation in 2021.
UAE Child Digital Safety Law Holds Parents Legally Accountable
The UAE has implemented a comprehensive Child Digital Safety Law effective January 2026, shifting legal responsibility for children's online activities to parents with fines up to AED 100,000 for violations.
Bengaluru Airport Staffer Arrested for Sexual Harassment
A 25-year-old staffer at Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru has been arrested for allegedly sexually harassing a 32-year-old South Korean woman during her departure. The incident occurred during baggage procedures, leading to a case under the B
Modi, Lula Boost India-Brazil Ties for Strategic Partnership
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Brazilian President Luiz Lula da Silva reaffirm their commitment to enhancing the India-Brazil Strategic Partnership during a phone conversation, with Lula's state visit to India scheduled for early 2026.
Kerala HC Seeks Report on St Mary's Basilica Trespass Case
Kerala High Court directs state government to investigate alleged criminal trespass at St Mary's Cathedral Basilica in Ernakulam, where a faction is accused of residing inside and restricting entry to others.
Simran Bala Leads All-Male CRPF Contingent at Republic Day
Simran Bala, a 26-year-old officer from Rajouri, Jammu and Kashmir, becomes the first woman to lead an all-male CRPF contingent at the Republic Day parade, breaking gender barriers in India's paramilitary forces.
BMC Slaps 106 Construction Sites with Stop-Work Notices
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation has issued stop-work notices to 106 construction sites for failing to install air quality monitors, as part of ongoing efforts to combat pollution in Mumbai.
Maharashtra Mayoral Lottery Sparks Controversy: Full Analysis
The Maharashtra government's lottery system for reserving mayoral posts has ignited a major political row. This article explains the step-by-step process, why BMC landed in General category again, and Shiv Sena's objections.
BJP: Liquor Policy Case Continues Despite Kejriwal's Acquittal
The BJP has responded to Arvind Kejriwal's 'Satyamev Jayate' remark by asserting that the Delhi liquor policy case is still ongoing, despite his acquittal in two ED cases.
Congress Warns Punjab Unit Over Public Statements
Congress leadership warns Punjab unit members against making public statements and social media posts after a three-hour meeting, with no leadership change announced.
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