Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the NDA's election campaign in Kerala, criticizing Congress as 'MMC–Muslim Maoist Congress' and promising change in the state's political landscape.
The Ministry of Home Affairs held high-level discussions about establishing formal protocols for the national song Vande Mataram, including whether it should be sung alongside the national anthem and if disrespect should attract penalties.
Over 40 global election management bodies unanimously adopted the Delhi Declaration 2026, committing to five key pillars including pure electoral rolls, transparent elections, and technology use to counter misinformation.
Motor Vehicles Department's enforcement division in Kochi conducted a night inspection targeting autorickshaws, penalizing 174 vehicles for various violations including non-functional meters and illegal operations.
A 21-year-old farmer miraculously survived after an armed mob tied him to a tractor and drove it into the Yamuna river in Palwal district. Police have registered an FIR against 39 individuals in connection with this violent incident linked to a land dispu
The State Election Commission has postponed the final electoral roll publication for GBA elections from March 16 to March 30, citing additional ward-wise mapping and verification requirements to ensure voter accuracy.
The Supreme Court has dismissed four petitions challenging the Punjab and Haryana High Court order to transfer sacrilege cases from Moga, Faridkot, and Bathinda districts to Chandigarh in March 2025.
Supreme Court expressed deep concern over public money being siphoned by corporates, calling it shocking. Hearing Bank of India's plea against Jet Airways founder Naresh Goyal, the bench vowed to monitor proceedings.
Tamil Nadu assembly passes resolution urging Centre to continue naming rural job scheme after Mahatma Gandhi, opposing renaming to VB G Ram G and demanding uninterrupted funding.
Tamil Nadu's per capita income has risen from ₹2.06 lakh in 2021 to ₹3.15 lakh in 2025-26, as stated by Minister E V Velu during a heated assembly debate on inflation and commodity prices.
Head constable Upendrasinh Vaghela from Gandhinagar's Sector-7 police station died by suicide at his Pethapur residence on Friday morning. The officer was on sick leave since January 16.
DMK's Udhayanidhi Stalin challenged AIADMK's Edappadi Palaniswami to question PM Modi about the incomplete AIIMS project in Madurai during assembly debate on infrastructure.
State Minister Anitha R Radhakrishnan announced district-level committees to tackle poultry farmers' problems, with action based on their reports, amid demands for higher contract rearing prices.
Odisha government and National Council of Science Museums sign MoU for major upgradation of Pathani Samanta Planetarium in Bhubaneswar to create world-class astronomy education facility with hybrid planetarium, interactive galleries.
Nagpur District Planning Committee approves Rs730.27 crore annual plan for 2026-27, emphasizing quality, transparency and addressing human-wildlife conflict through grassland development.
Bengaluru High Court's decision to allow bike taxis brings relief to commuters seeking affordable last-mile connectivity, while auto drivers protest citing livelihood threats and demand government intervention.
Tamil Nadu government introduces a bill to form special area development authorities for tourism in Mamallapuram and Kanyakumari, and extends 20% reservation for Tamil medium students to existing government employees.
Chennai's new 400 MLD desalination plant at Perur is 60% complete, costing ₹6,078 crore. It will supply water to 22.67 lakh residents by March 2027, boosting daily supply to 1,650 MLD.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized his government's alignment with Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose's vision of a powerful India during Parakram Diwas, while criticizing previous administrations for neglecting historical preservation.
In a significant political shift, AMMK deputy general secretary S V S P Manickaraja and three district secretaries joined DMK in Chennai, criticizing T T V Dhinakaran's decision to align with NDA and endorse EPS as CM candidate.
Ernakulam Central police register case against mentalist Aathi for allegedly defrauding Rs 35 lakh from a Kochi resident under the guise of funding his show 'Insomnia'. Director Jis Joy among others booked.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer condemns Donald Trump's comments on NATO troops in Afghanistan, calling them insulting and demanding an apology for British soldiers.
The Punjab and Haryana High Court has revised its earlier directives, now allowing inspectors to investigate organized crime cases under DSP supervision, citing practical constraints.
Delhi High Court grants Lokpal additional two months to decide on CBI sanction to prosecute TMC MP Mahua Moitra in cash-for-query matter, following no objection from Moitra.
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Delhi High Court clarifies it does not intend to act against Newslaundry journalist Manisha Pande or prejudice her career, emphasizing it is not trying to gag the media despite earlier strong remarks.
Moradabad police register FIR under UP Prohibition of Unlawful Conversion of Religion Act against five minor Muslim girls for allegedly making Hindu friend wear burqa. Incident occurred in December 2025.
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.