Congress Accuses BJP of Delaying Panchayati Raj Polls
Rajasthan Congress leaders allege BJP government deliberately postponing civic body elections, weakening grassroots democracy and halting rural development funds in Jaipur conference.
Category : Politics
MERC Fresh E-Public Hearing in Nagpur for Power Tariffs
Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission schedules new e-public hearing in Nagpur on February 10 for MSEDCL tariff review petition, raising consumer concerns about delays and repeated proceedings.
Budget Bag Arrives Late, Missing Ajit Pawar's Final Use
A leather budget bag approved by late finance minister Ajit Pawar will never reach him, symbolizing the abrupt end to his budget presentations in Maharashtra.
HC Stops 12,000 Tree Cutting in Rohtak, Seeks NGT Jurisdiction
Punjab and Haryana High Court restrained Haryana government from cutting 12,000 trees in Rohtak's Sector 6, questioning environmental consequences and jurisdiction for hearing the matter.
Threat to INLD's Abhay Chautala Persists: Chandigarh Police to HC
Chandigarh Police informs Punjab and Haryana High Court that threat perception for INLD leader Abhay Chautala remains. WhatsApp threat call originated from London number, security intensified.
Ajit Pawar's Last Constitutional Speech in Nagpur Assembly
Ajit Pawar's address on ₹75,286cr supplementary demands during Nagpur's Winter Legislative Assembly marked his final constitutional appearance, showcasing his trademark candour and fiscal expertise.
SC Probes Upper-Caste Conversions for Minority Quota in NEET-PG
Supreme Court examines whether affluent upper-caste individuals can convert to claim minority status for medical college admissions, dismissing a brother-sister duo's plea after scrutiny.
BJP in Bind as Upper-Caste Backlash Grows Over UGC Caste Rules
The BJP confronts rising upper-caste opposition to UGC caste bias regulations, challenging its two-decade strategy to broaden Hindutva appeal among backward classes, SCs, and STs.
SP Reviews Kolkata Summit Plan, Tharoor Event Fuels Kerala Talks
Samajwadi Party's nationwide 'Vision India' summits face strategic review for Kolkata amid Bengal election sensitivities. Meanwhile, Shashi Tharoor's book launch event fuels speculation about Kerala political realignments.
Ajit Pawar's Goal to Reunite NCP Revealed Before Death
In his last interview before the tragic crash, Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar expressed his desire to reunite both NCP factions with blessings from his uncle Sharad Pawar, highlighting their enduring family bond despite political divisions.
Haryana BJP Forms Committees for Party Joinings
Haryana BJP president Mohan Lal Badoli has established state and district-level committees to facilitate and monitor joinings from other political parties, approved in a meeting with CM Nayab Saini.
TN Revokes IPS Officer Jayaram's Suspension in Kidnapping Case
Tamil Nadu government has revoked the suspension of ADGP H M Jayaram, who was arrested for involvement in the kidnapping of a juvenile boy from Tiruvallur district in June 2025.
Haryana CM Advocates Organic Farming Labs and Smart Agriculture
Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini chairs HKKP meeting, directs establishment of organic certification labs and development of a 5,000-acre Smart Agriculture Zone to boost farmers' income through sustainable practices.
Baramati Mourns Ajit Pawar After Tragic Plane Crash
The town of Baramati plunged into mourning after Ajit Pawar's fatal plane crash. Residents, shopkeepers, and party workers united in grief, remembering his grassroots work and unwavering commitment to development.
Karnataka Council Chaos: Leader Tears Rule Book
Karnataka Legislative Council descended into chaos as opposition leader Chalavadi Narayanaswamy tore the Rule Book. Chairman Basavaraj Horatti intervened, calling it the Council's Constitution and demanding an apology.
Madhya Kailash Flyover in Chennai to Open in February
The L-shaped flyover at Madhya Kailash junction in Chennai is set to open in early February, providing relief to commuters from Adyar, Guindy, and OMR. The project addresses major traffic bottlenecks and aims to streamline the flow of 11,000 vehicles per
Haryana Hailstorm: HPCC Chief Warns of Farmer Crisis
Haryana Pradesh Congress Committee president Rao Narendra Singh warns that unseasonal hailstorms have severely damaged rabi crops, pushing farmers into economic crisis and demanding immediate government relief.
Chennai Police Bust Child Trafficking Racket, Rescue Baby
Kasimedu police arrested nine individuals, including a VAO's assistant, in a child trafficking case. A one-month-old boy was rescued from Erode after being sold for ₹3.80 lakh through illegal adoption.
Chennai Hotel Owner Found Dead in Temple Tank
A 60-year-old hotel owner from Vandalur, Chennai, who went missing after leaving for work, was discovered deceased in a temple tank. Police investigation reveals he suffered from liver issues.
Chennai Court's 25-Year Sentence with Child Protection Safeguards
A Chennai Pocso court sentenced a man to 25 years for sexually assaulting his niece and mandated long-term monitoring of the victim's welfare and academic progress.
Chennai Airport Customs Busts ₹10 Crore Hydroponic Weed Smuggling
Chennai customs officials arrested two first-time flyers from Kerala smuggling 10.75kg of hydroponic weed worth ₹10 crore. The duo was lured with free Bangkok trips and trained to evade detection.
Chennai Voter ID Delays: 20 Lakh Applicants Await Cards
Over 20 lakh Chennai residents who submitted Form 6 for voter enrollment face delays in receiving EPIC cards, with many lacking application status updates and encountering verification hurdles, raising concerns about voting eligibility.
Ajit Pawar's Nagpur Funding: A Political Shift
Deputy CM Ajit Pawar quietly backed Rs7-8cr civic works in East Nagpur between 2021-2025, challenging his image of neglecting Vidarbha. Party workers highlight visible infrastructure improvements.
Woman Murdered in Hisar, Jewellery Stolen
A 61-year-old woman, Kamla Devi, was found murdered at her home in Khanda Kheri village, Hisar. Her son discovered the body, with gold chain and earrings missing. Police have registered a case.
HHRC Terms Hansi Sewer Death Probe Biased, Suspicious
Haryana Human Rights Commission condemns police investigation into two sewer worker deaths in Hansi as biased and aimed at shielding culprits, ordering re-examination.
Rajasthan Budget Session 2026: Water, Jobs, Investment Focus
Governor Haribhau Bagde inaugurated the Rajasthan Assembly Budget Session 2026, outlining key initiatives on water security, employment, and infrastructure development in Jaipur.
Maharashtra Finance Leadership Void After Ajit Pawar's Death
The sudden death of Deputy CM Ajit Pawar creates uncertainty over Maharashtra's finance leadership ahead of budget session. Minister Ashish Jaiswal suggests CM Fadnavis as potential budget handler.
Telangana Power Discom Cracks Down on Engineers
TGSPDCL issues show-cause notices to 60 engineers for approving electricity connections to buildings without valid occupancy certificates or failing to detect fake OCs in Hyderabad.
Worker Arrested for Attacking Elderly Woman in Chennai
A construction worker from Odisha was arrested for attacking a 75-year-old homemaker and snatching her gold jewellery near Thiruporur in Chennai. The accused was traced and surrounded in a nearby forest area with local help.
UP Man Arrested for ATM Theft Attempt in Chennai
A 23-year-old man from Uttar Pradesh was arrested in Chennai for attempting to steal cash from an SBI ATM by blocking the cash-dispensing slot with a metal plate and adhesive tape.
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