Bengal Budget: Cash Sops, 4% DA Hike Ahead of Polls
Mamata Banerjee's government presents a Rs 4.06 lakh crore interim budget, boosting allowances for women, unemployed youth, and state employees by 4% DA ahead of Assembly elections.
Category : Politics
Karnataka HC Raps Police for Barring Right-Wing Activists
The Karnataka High Court criticized police for prohibiting right-wing activists from speaking at an event, stating criminal cases alone cannot justify curbing free speech under Article 19.
ED Files Chargesheet in R G Kar Hospital Money Laundering Case
The Enforcement Directorate has filed a chargesheet before a special court in Kolkata in a money laundering case linked to alleged financial irregularities at R G Kar Hospital.
Kharge Criticizes Modi Over Memoir Denial, China Issue in RS
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge accused PM Modi and his government of evading key questions on national security and denying facts about former Army Chief General Naravane's published memoir during Rajya Sabha proceedings.
Shutdown Halts Life in Manipur's Churachandpur District
A complete shutdown in Manipur's Churachandpur district has severely disrupted daily life, with markets, schools, and transport services closed. The protest stems from local demands, impacting residents and raising concerns over governance and public orde
AP High Court Rejects Compensation for Land Encroachers
The Andhra Pradesh High Court ruled that illegal encroachers on government land cannot claim compensation, even after decades or centuries of possession, dismissing pleas from Vijayawada residents affected by a railway overbridge project.
FBI $50k Reward for Savannah Guthrie's Missing Mother Nancy
The FBI has announced a $50,000 reward for information leading to Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of 'Today' show anchor Savannah Guthrie, who is suspected of being abducted from her Tucson home.
Delhi Police Calls Missing Girls Viral Videos 'Paid Promotion'
Delhi Police clarifies that viral videos claiming a surge in missing girls in the capital are part of a 'paid promotion' campaign for monetary gains, warning of strict action against those creating panic.
Chhattisgarh Tops PM Awas Yojana with 5 Lakh Houses
Chhattisgarh has achieved a milestone by completing 5 lakh houses under PM Awas Yojana in record time, leading the national chart for rural housing construction.
Delhi Man Dead in Jal Board Pit, Family Alleges Police Apathy
A 25-year-old man was found dead in a Delhi Jal Board pit, with his family alleging police delayed response and lack of safety measures at the construction site.
UP Serial Marriage Fraud: Three Women Accuse Man of Dowry Extortion
Three women in Uttar Pradesh have jointly accused a man of marrying them sequentially over six years, extorting lakhs in dowry, and abandoning them. Police have registered an FIR as the accused allegedly plans a fourth marriage.
Bus Fire Near Nelamangala, Bengaluru; Passengers Safe
A private bus was completely gutted after catching fire near Nelamangala, Bengaluru. All passengers had a narrow escape, and authorities are investigating the incident.
Gurgaon: Crash, Crime Crackdown, Green Plans
Key updates from Gurgaon include a deadly road accident, police action against child crime, and new environmental sustainability projects announced by local authorities.
Bengaluru: Rise in Public Filming Cases Spurs Calls for Privacy Laws
Bengaluru witnesses a surge in public filming incidents targeting women, leading to growing demands for stronger privacy laws to protect women's rights and safety in public spaces.
India's Strategic Autonomy Tested in US Trade Deal
India's recent trade agreement with the US, which includes curbing Russian oil imports, raises questions about the consistency of its foreign policy principles and strategic autonomy.
3 Delhi Cops Face Action After Viral Video of Lawyer Confrontation
Delhi Police initiates disciplinary action against Sagarpur SHO and two sub-inspectors following a viral video showing alleged misbehavior with lawyers. A vigilance inquiry has been ordered, and lawyers have called off their planned protest.
Nagpur: Mayor, Commando, Strike Updates
Nagpur witnesses major developments as Neeta Thakre becomes the new mayor, a C-60 commando is critically injured in a gunfight, and a cab-auto strike is scheduled for tomorrow.
Three Dead in Barwani Highway Collision Between Bike and Pickup
A tragic head-on collision between a motorcycle and a pickup vehicle on the Agra-Mumbai National Highway in Barwani district resulted in three fatalities and six injuries. The victims include two young men and a woman.
Bombay HC Questions BMC's Rs 12.66 Crore NSCI Covid Center Estimate
The Bombay High Court has questioned the BMC's Rs 12.66 crore compensation estimate for the NSCI Jumbo Covid Centre, citing a Rs 17 crore discrepancy and demanding an explanation from Commissioner Bhushan Gagrani.
SC Dismisses Jan Suraaj Party's Plea Against Bihar Election Results
The Supreme Court refused to entertain a petition by Prashant Kishor's Jan Suraaj Party challenging the 2025 Bihar assembly elections, citing lack of judicial grounds and directing the party to approach the Patna High Court instead.
SC Rejects Jan Suraaj Plea on Bihar 2025 Election Results
The Supreme Court has declined to entertain the Jan Suraaj Party's petition challenging the 2025 Bihar Assembly election results, where the BJP-led NDA secured a decisive victory.
Bengaluru: Calls for Privacy Laws Amid Public Filming Spike
A sharp rise in voyeuristic filming incidents in Bengaluru has ignited urgent demands for enhanced privacy legislation to protect women in public spaces, following recent social media account suspensions.
Delhi Police Warns Against Misleading Missing Girls Reports
Delhi Police cautions against false reports claiming a surge in missing girls, labeling them as paid promotions. Strict legal action is promised against those spreading misinformation.
SC Raps Prashant Kishor's Jan Suraj for Court Publicity Bid
The Supreme Court reprimanded Prashant Kishor's Jan Suraj, stating that courts should not be approached for publicity after electoral defeats, emphasizing judicial decorum.
Manipur Seizes 7,313 Illegal Weapons, 924 Arrests in Conflict
Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla addresses the Manipur Assembly, stating that 7,313 illegal weapons have been seized and 924 arrests made amid the Meitei-Kuki conflict, with law and order as the top priority.
West Bengal to Modernize 25 Cities with Business-Friendly Push
West Bengal's interim budget announces a holistic modernization plan for 25 cities, aiming to boost business, environment, and employment with digital infrastructure and urban amenities.
Chandigarh Flyovers at PGIMER-Sarangpur, Tribune Chowk to Cut Travel Time
Chandigarh Administration advances two major flyover projects at PGIMER-Sarangpur and Tribune Chowk to ease traffic congestion, with construction timelines set for 2026-2029.
Jharkhand Businessman Dies in Sixth Floor Apartment Jump
A businessman in Jharkhand died after jumping from the sixth floor of an apartment building. Police are investigating the incident, with no suicide note found yet.
Naidu Orders Full Implementation of Unorganised Worker Welfare Schemes
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu has instructed officials to ensure the complete rollout of all welfare programmes designed for unorganised sector workers, emphasising skill upgrades for domestic and international job opportunities.
Chandigarh's Capital Outlay Cut 24% in Union Budget 2026-27
The Union Budget 2026-27 has reduced Chandigarh's capital expenditure by nearly 24%, dropping to Rs 606 crore from Rs 798 crore. This significant cut affects infrastructure, health, and renewable energy projects, though some sectors like housing see incre
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