Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini directed strict action against a forest officer accused of coercing an employee to sign fake bills during a Jan Samvad in Kurukshetra. He addressed 225 grievances, ordered probes into corruption and non-payment iss
Varanasi Municipal Corporation exempts cycle-rickshaws from license fees, simplifies bylaws for businesses, expands slum facilities, and implements free Wi-Fi at ghats in major reforms.
A 35-year-old auto driver in Tiruvallur died by suicide after facing harassment from creditors over an unpaid loan of Rs 26,000. Police investigation reveals financial strain and frequent arguments with recovery agents.
Nagpur police's crime branch rescued three women, including two nurses from Ludhiana, from a flesh trade racket operating from a Wanadongri hotel. One arrest made, three suspects absconding.
An unidentified man, aged 25-35, was found dead near a power substation in Gurgaon's Sector 44. Police suspect electrocution while attempting to steal copper wires. Investigation ongoing under BNSS.
A 20-year-old woman from Bihar was killed in a suspected hit-and-run incident near IFFCO Chowk Metro station in Gurgaon. Police registered a case and are scanning CCTV footage to trace the vehicle.
An FIR has been registered against Prashant Bhardwaj, husband of MCG Ward 33 councillor Sarika Bhardwaj, for alleged criminal intimidation and caste-based abuse of sanitation workers in Gurgaon, sparking protests.
Rajasthan High Court dismissed a writ petition challenging a 2013 punishment order that imposed stoppage of three annual grade increments on a judicial officer for misconduct.
A 41-year-old sadhu, Hiralal Nath, was discovered deceased inside a locked room at a hilltop temple in Jaipur Rural district. He had recently begun a 41-day tapasya and asked locals not to disturb him.
A Belagavi court sentenced 12 convicts to rigorous imprisonment for five years in the Hosavantamuri stripping and assault case that sparked statewide outrage in December 2023.
Gorakhpur's Rs 495-crore Goddhaiya drain rejuvenation project is 82% complete, aiming to finish by June 2026 to relieve waterlogging in 15 wards for 3.5 lakh residents.
Rajasthan High Court directs state legal services authority to submit comprehensive report on facilities at all 31 senior citizen homes by February 15, ensuring adequate amenities and medical care.
NCP patriarch Sharad Pawar met deputy CM Sunetra Pawar in Baramati, sparking reunification talks. The closed-door family meeting included condolences and discussions on Ajit Pawar's memorial.
Balbir Ahirwar and Lokendra Tomar, arrested for destroying evidence in the Raja Raghuwanshi murder case, have been discharged after Meghalaya Police found no material evidence against them.
The Supreme Court dismissed Pranav Choksi's petition challenging NSEL's decision to include him in a Rs 937 crore fraud recovery suit, with CJI Surya Kant questioning his father Mehul Choksi's whereabouts.
Chief Secretary V Srinivas directs formation of inter-departmental team to implement UNESCO guidelines for conservation and restoration of Jaipur's Walled City heritage area.
An FIR has been registered against Deepak Chaubey and Vivek Chaubey for allegedly shooting and injuring a pet dog in Basti Bhujbal village, Azamgarh, following a heated argument over barking dogs.
In Tiruvallur district, two unidentified men posing as disability welfare social workers robbed a woman of her gold chain after gaining access to her home under false pretenses.
UP Congress Committee president Ajay Rai announces a Constitution dialogue rally at Shastri Ghat in Varanasi on February 8 to protect Kashi's identity, faith, culture and constitutional values.
Varanasi police commissioner Mohit Agrawal has issued strict directives to marriage lawns, banquet halls, hotels, and DJ operators to comply with parking, sound, and timing norms or face legal action under various acts.
Jaipur police arrested a history-sheeter with 26 cases and his associate, both carrying Rs 10,000 rewards, for a January 19 firing incident in Gangapol where a youth was shot in the leg.
The upcoming Census 2027 will include a caste-wise population enumeration, as announced by the Centre. The Registrar General of India will conduct the decennial exercise in two phases under the Union Home Ministry.
The Supreme Court has emerged as the latest arena in the escalating conflicts between the Election Commission and the Mamata Banerjee-led West Bengal government, with disputes over polling booth infrastructure, official transfers, and FIRs against MLAs in
Giridharan Nagarathinam, a suspended sub-inspector linked to Kilpauk Medical College Hospital murder case, died by suicide at his Sevvapet home near Tiruvallur.
A Mumbai POCSO court has sentenced a 28-year-old man to three years' rigorous imprisonment for sexually assaulting two teenage students near Jogeshwari railway station in 2016. The court noted the prosecution proved the accused's intent to outrage modesty
Rajasthan Excise Department initiates online renewal for 7,665 liquor vends for FY 2026-27. Applications due by Feb 11 with fees up to Rs 1.2 lakh. Cluster-based system ensures operational continuity.
Gorakhpur police have registered a case against four accused and arrested one person following a shooting incident targeting an RSS worker in Gagaha area. The victim was ambushed while returning home.
Greater Chennai Corporation accelerates bio-mining at Athipattu dumpyard, aiming to clear 72,000 tonnes of legacy waste in six months. Phase 1 removed 1.07 lakh tonnes, improving local environment.
Punjab and Haryana High Court directs independent forensic examination of viral audio clip alleging police interference in Patiala panchayat elections. Court criticizes State Election Commission for inaction.
The Supreme Court dismissed Haryana BJP MLA Devender Chattar Bhuj Attri's plea, allowing the Punjab and Haryana High Court to proceed with a petition challenging his 2024 election win by 32 votes, focusing on postal ballot recounting.