Notorious bookie Ashish Kudbe's mobile phone, which he refused to surrender, is believed to contain evidence linking prominent bookies, businessmen, and politicians to his extensive betting network across India.
The contest for Nagpur's mayor post, reserved for women from the open category, focuses on experience and caste equations. Key contenders include Shivani Dani, Ashwini Jichkar, Neeta Thakre, and Divya Dhurde, with party insiders weighing their credentials
Makkal Needhi Maiam's administrative and executive councils will convene in Chennai, with party president Kamal Haasan presiding, as the party gears up for state elections with its newly allotted 'battery torch' symbol.
Ernakulam rural police arrested a 29-year-old man for stealing gold from a locked house in Nedumbassery. In a separate incident, Njarackal police investigate an attack on a bus crew in Paravoor.
The Punjab and Haryana High Court has denied bail to an accused in a Pocso case, emphasizing the law's role as an 'unwavering shield' for children. The court cited the victim's consistent testimony and the gravity of allegations.
Slum dwellers evicted from Orange City Street in May last year have now illegally occupied an open space off Rajendra Nagar Road in Jaitala, Nagpur, causing sanitation issues and safety concerns among local residents.
A 25-year-old IT professional from Madurai died in a two-wheeler collision with a speeding van on Usilampatti road, just days before his scheduled wedding on January 28.
Nagpur Municipal Corporation scrambles to arrange vehicles for newly elected officials after 4-year administrator rule repurposed official cars, highlighting governance transition challenges.
Tamil Nadu CM M K Stalin taunted PM Modi's 'double engine' governance pitch, calling it a 'dabba engine' and listing funding delays, project denials, and policy issues as grievances against the BJP-led Union government.
Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini inaugurated 26 projects worth Rs 63.86 crore for Saraswati river rejuvenation at the Saraswati Mahotsav in Pehowa, emphasizing cultural unity and tourism development.
Kerala Human Rights Commission directs fisheries department to ensure all fishermen enroll in welfare fund and expedite harbor safety works at Muthalapozhi following boat capsizing deaths.
The Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee has expelled Rajeev Gowda following his involvement in the Shidlagatta incident, marking a significant disciplinary move in state politics.
The Karnataka Legislative Council faced multiple adjournments as opposition MLCs demanded suspension of Congress members, accusing them of hooliganism, while Congress countered with remarks on BJP leaders' POCSO charges and RSS condemnation.
Karnataka Assembly Speaker U T Khader has reserved his ruling on the controversy surrounding Governor Thaawar Chand Gehlot's address, with Congress MLA Patil alleging constitutional violations.
Ludhiana police have launched intensified operations against gangsters in the city, conducting raids and increasing surveillance to curb criminal activities and ensure public safety.
Police personnel were attacked by villagers during a search operation in Ludhiana district, leading to the arrest of four individuals. The incident highlights tensions during law enforcement activities in rural areas.
Malerkotla police personnel in Punjab have received specialized training on using drug testing kits to enhance enforcement against substance abuse and improve detection capabilities.
Farmers in Ludhiana announce they will permit vehicles to pass the Ladhowal toll plaza without payment starting January 26, as part of ongoing protests against toll collection policies.
A police vehicle transporting a gangster overturned in Dakha, Ludhiana, injuring the suspect and four officers. The incident occurred during a transfer, raising concerns about prisoner transport safety.
Heavy rain and strong winds swept through Gurugram and Faridabad, providing much-needed respite from the intense heat and improving air quality in Haryana.
Delhi Police solved a 10-year-old girl's sexual assault case in Prasad Nagar using abandoned slippers and a broken stone wall as key evidence. The e-rickshaw driver was arrested after intensive investigation.
Madras High Court grants interim stay on GO permitting conversion of non-religious buildings to religious use without NOC from 2019-2024, citing constitutional concerns.
Sayajigunj police in Vadodara have arrested three individuals, including a woman, for allegedly looting a passenger waiting for a rickshaw near the bus stand on January 20. The accused offered a ride before threatening and robbing the victim.
Forensic experts in Nagpur have confirmed the death of 19-year-old Nagendra Kumar Bhatia as suicide by hanging. The post-mortem report cites asphyxia with no foul play detected.
Newly elected and returning corporators in Nagpur are taking immediate action on civic problems like water supply, sanitation, and roads even before formally assuming office, signaling a focus on governance.
Kurukshetra district police have arrested two accused and recovered 1.493 kg of opium in a major anti-narcotics operation. The arrests follow surveillance near National Highway-44.
As Gujarat gears up for Census 2027, educational organizations voice concerns over teacher involvement in census duties, citing negative impacts on classroom teaching and academic quality.
Neyyattinkara police have arrested the father of a one-year-old boy who died under suspicious circumstances. The accused confessed to hitting the child in the abdomen, leading to his death on January 16.
The Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) elections will include live webcasting from polling booths to enhance transparency and voter confidence in the electoral process.
South Delhi Police arrested a Nigerian national and uncovered a sophisticated drug manufacturing lab producing MDMA and heroin, seizing 113 kg of raw materials worth crores in international markets.