Bombay High Court quashes an FIR of sexual assault after noting the parties settled amicably and the complainant no longer wished to pursue the case. Read the full details and court's observations.
Karnataka's gram panchayats battle a massive resource crunch due to a lack of central funds and elected local bodies, stalling grassroots governance. Read the full analysis.
The replacement of MGNREGA without adequate worker consultation is criticized as an arbitrary exercise of state power, undermining due process. Read the full analysis.
Gulabi Devi, 50, died after crashing into a cart on a breakdance ride at a fair in Jharkhand's Dumka. The incident occurred on Tuesday night. Read the full report.
National Conference raises alarm over assaults on Kashmiri shawl vendors. Farooq Abdullah warns against 'Hitler-like' extremism. Read the full story on the government's response.
BSF apprehends a 19-year-old Bangladeshi national in Jammu's Gajansoo. He entered India via Delhi, claiming tourism. Police recover phones, bank cards. Read for details.
After a month-long absence, Tejashwi Yadav extended New Year wishes via social media. The RJD leader faces major challenges: keeping the party intact, securing the MY vote bank, and managing internal dissent.
A 21-year-old man was murdered in Tarikere, Chikkamagaluru, allegedly by the brother of a girl whose photo he posted online. The victim had wished her a happy birthday. Police have registered a case.
Newly appointed Ladakh Chief Secretary Ashish Kundra addresses statehood demands and ecological concerns. He stresses preserving the region's civilisational history of peace. Read more.
Kerala Water Authority releases final Rs 41 crore to Suez, paving way for private operation and maintenance of Kochi's water supply. Expected takeover by Jan 6.
Haryana CM Nayab Saini orders high-level probe into alleged Rs 1,500 crore 'work slip' scam in labour welfare board. Committee to submit report in one month. Read for details.
Haryana cabinet approves Old Pension Scheme for 347 transport officials, provides compassionate job to ASI's widow, and amends land deed law. Key decisions from Chandigarh meeting.
Bhubaneswar witnessed a massive surge in liquor sales ahead of New Year 2026, with OSBC supplying alcohol worth Rs 32.55 crore in a week. IMFL led the boom as pubs reported record collections. Explore the data and trends.
Jammu and Kashmir Police attached agricultural land of Pakistan-based terror handler Rafiq Nai under UAPA. The action aims to dismantle terror funding networks in Poonch-Rajouri sector. Read more.
Haryana cabinet approves major amendments to Deen Dayal Lado Lakshmi Yojana. Monthly aid split into cash & RD/FD, new eligibility based on child's academic performance & nutrition. Details inside.
Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini announced a focused campaign for state development, targeting women empowerment, youth employment, and natural farming. Learn about the key initiatives.
Security forces recovered ammunition & a suspected IED after a drone drop near the LoC in Poonch. Army, SOG, and police are conducting extensive search operations. Stay updated.
Himachal Pradesh police book a college teacher and three women students for ragging and sexual assault following the death of a first-year student. The incident has sparked outrage and a police investigation.
The Unnao rape case survivor claims she is facing a targeted smear campaign. This follows public statements from the convict's family. She now appeals for wider public solidarity.
Bihar CM Nitish Kumar visited his native village Kalyan Bigaha to pay tribute to his late mother Parmeshwari Devi on her death anniversary. He garlanded statues of family members and performed a puja for public welfare. Read the full story.
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma launches the Babu Scheme, offering Rs 1,000-2,000 monthly aid to low-income male college students from February. Read details on eligibility and the enhanced Orunodoi payout.
Patna district reports an 8.3% overall reduction in cognizable crimes from Jan-Nov 2025. SSP Sharma credits aggressive action against illegal arms and narcotics. Read the full report.
Khagaria district witnesses a surge in development with multiple bridges, road projects, and railway station upgrades under Amrit Bharat Yojana slated for completion this year, promising better connectivity.
GRP arrests two men for posing as police officers and stealing ₹22.5 lakh from a gold trader at Patna Junction. ₹19 lakh recovered. Read the full investigation details.
Patna residents enjoyed sunny New Year celebrations while most of Bihar shivered under cold day conditions and dense fog. IMD forecasts dry weather and persistent chill for the coming week. Read more.
CM Nitish Kumar releases Bihar Diary & Calendar 2026, highlighting state's growth under 'Saat Nishchay-03'. Focus on doubling income, jobs, and key infrastructure projects.
Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren vows to transform the mineral-rich state into a developed one by 2050, focusing on education, health, and local communities' rights. Read his New Year pledge.
A 62-year-old farmer was killed by a wild elephant near his farm in Madikeri's Sangayyanpur. In a separate incident, a 39-year-old man was murdered in Kodagu. Read the latest details.
Hansi police arrest Khushi College of Nursing chairman Jagidash Swami after students' protest. He faces charges under Bhartiya Nyay Sanhita and SC/ST Act. Read the full details.
Police detained 22 protestors in Vijayapura after a 106-day agitation against a PPP-model medical college turned violent, with alleged assaults on officers. The forum demands a written government guarantee.