Mayawati Supports SC Stay on UGC Anti-Caste Rules
BSP chief Mayawati welcomed Supreme Court's stay on UGC's new anti-caste rules, stating they created social tension and lacked proper consultation with all parties.
Category : Politics
Punjab Police Bust Narco-Terror Network in Amritsar
Punjab Police intercepted a major narco-terror network in Amritsar, recovering 42.9 kg heroin, grenades, and a pistol. The consignment was dropped via drones from across the border.
BJP Leaders Welcome SC Stay on UGC Order
Former BJP MP Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh and his sons, MPs Karan Bhushan Singh and Prateek Bhushan, have welcomed the Supreme Court's stay on the UGC order, praising the judiciary's intervention as positive and a milestone for social unity.
Rajasthan Police Stations: 915 Have CCTV, Cameras Up to 16 Per Station
Rajasthan government informs Supreme Court that 915 of 1,050 police stations now have CCTV cameras, with coverage increasing from 6 to 16 cameras per station. Additional ₹75.12 crore allocated for infrastructure.
Child Killed in Balotra Car Accident, Driver Escapes
A tragic accident on State Highway 66 in Balotra district claimed the life of a five-year-old boy. The child was hit by a speeding car near a toll plaza, with the driver fleeing the scene immediately after the collision.
Ayodhya Court Convicts Raju Khan, Acquits Ex-SP Leader in Rape Case
A special POCSO court in Ayodhya convicted Raju Khan for raping a 14-year-old girl and sentenced him to 20 years imprisonment, while acquitting former Samajwadi Party functionary Moeed Ahmad due to lack of evidence.
Rajasthan Police Constables Arrested for Rs 1.5 Lakh Bribe
The Anti-Corruption Bureau arrested a head constable and constable in Jaipur for allegedly extorting Rs 1.5 lakh from a man by threatening false charges in online gaming case.
Delhi Metro's Central Secretariat to Become New Interchange Hub
Delhi Metro is set for a major expansion as Central Secretariat station will become a new interchange hub by 2026, enhancing connectivity across the capital's transit network.
SGPC Gives Records to SIT on Missing Saroops After Akal Takht Order
The Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) has handed over records to a Special Investigation Team (SIT) regarding missing Saroops of the Guru Granth Sahib, as ordered by the Akal Takht, amid ongoing investigations in Punjab.
Amritsar Police Bust Narco-Terror Network, Seize Heroin
In a major crackdown, Punjab Police in Amritsar have dismantled a narco-terror network, seizing 42.9 kg of heroin and grenades, highlighting cross-border threats.
Arms, Heroin Seized Near Punjab Border in Fazilka
Security forces in Punjab's Fazilka district have intercepted a significant consignment of weapons and heroin near the international border, marking a crucial blow against cross-border smuggling networks.
AAP Slams Congress Silence on Bhattals Blast Claims
The Aam Aadmi Party has strongly criticized the Congress for its silence regarding allegations made by former MP Jagmeet Singh Brar about a blast in Bhattals. The AAP demands accountability and transparency in the matter.
I-T Survey at Ex-Punjab Minister's House
The Income Tax Department conducted a survey at the residence of a former Punjab minister in a significant operation. The action is part of ongoing investigations into financial matters.
Bangladesh Minorities Fearful Ahead of Feb 12 Elections
Minority communities in Bangladesh express fear and anxiety over their safety ahead of parliamentary elections, citing incidents of violence and land grabbing.
Chandigarh Mayoral Elections Trigger Political Row Among Parties
Following the Chandigarh mayoral elections, AAP alleges conspiracy with Congress support, BJP claims development mandate, and Congress calls it a principled symbolic battle over civic issues.
Gate Stolen from Chandigarh College, Police Probe Underway
An unidentified person stole the main gate of Govt Home Science College in Chandigarh's Sector 10, prompting police to register a theft case and examine CCTV footage to identify the culprit.
HC: No Medical Reimbursement Denial on Technical Grounds
Punjab and Haryana High Court rules that government employees cannot be denied medical reimbursement for emergency treatment in non-empanelled hospitals. The court emphasized constitutional rights to healthcare.
Rajasthan JEN Exam 2021 Retest Compromised in Second Leak
The Rajasthan police SOG reveals the Junior Engineer Combined Recruitment Examination 2021 retest was compromised in a second paper leak, with an assistant engineer arrested for using leaked questions.
Alwar: 4 Dead in Bus-Truck Crash on NH
A tragic accident on the Agra-Jaipur National Highway near Sewar bridge in Bharatpur district claimed four lives, including a mother-son duo and the bus driver. Five others were injured in the early morning collision.
Jaipur Police Crack Murder Case, Accused Apprehended
Jaipur police have solved a murder case where a 40-year-old man was found with his throat slit near Sitarampura toll plaza. The main accused and a juvenile accomplice were arrested within hours.
Jodhpur Farmer Kills Wife, Injures Daughter in Domestic Violence
A farmer in Jodhpur's Guda Bishnoian village killed his wife with an iron rod during an argument and injured their daughter who tried to intervene. Police arrested the accused hours later.
Jodhpur Preacher's Mysterious Death Under Probe
A 25-year-old religious preacher died under mysterious circumstances at her Jodhpur ashram. Police investigate injection, cryptic Instagram post, and past blackmail case.
DRI Busts Drug Racket at Jaipur Airport, Seizes Rs 6.5 Crore Weed
The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence seized 17.6kg of hydroponic weed worth Rs 6.5 crore at Jaipur International Airport, arresting a Hyderabad resident linked to an international smuggling syndicate.
Delhi SWAT Commando Dies in Domestic Violence Case
A 27-year-old Delhi Police SWAT commando, four months pregnant, succumbed to injuries after being assaulted with a dumbbell by her husband at their west Delhi home. The family alleges dowry harassment and prolonged torture.
Bihar Mahila Rojgar Yojana Second Instalment in February
Bihar CM Nitish Kumar announces the second instalment of the Mukhyamantri Mahila Rojgar Yojana from February, with Rs 10,000 for women entrepreneurs and enhanced scholarships approved.
Himanta Sarma's Divisive Rhetoric Criticized Over EC, SC
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma faces backlash for urging BJP workers to use Form 7 to 'trouble' a minority group, seen as divisive and against electoral laws.
Legal Gaps Undermine Women's Consent and Justice in India
Derek O'Brien examines how lacunae in Indian laws, from marital rape exceptions to POCSO provisions, conditionally treat women's consent, defying constitutional promises of dignity and equality.
US Hosts Israel, Saudi Officials for Iran Talks
The Trump administration holds separate talks with Israeli and Saudi defense officials in Washington amid escalating tensions with Iran and military buildup in the Middle East.
Teen Raped at Birthday Party in Ashok Nagar, Accused Arrested
A 15-year-old girl was sexually assaulted during a birthday party in Ashok Nagar district. The accused was arrested within 10 hours. Police registered a case under IPC and POCSO Act.
Bhattal's Bomb Blast Claim Triggers Political Storm in Punjab
Former Punjab CM Rajinder Kaur Bhattal's revelation about receiving a proposal for bomb blasts to help Congress form government in 1996-97 has ignited political controversy with Akali Dal and BJP demanding investigation.
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