Punjab & Haryana HC: No Govt Lapse of Family Pension
Punjab & Haryana High Court directs PSPCL to pay 100% family pension to a widow, ruling state cannot retain any portion when other beneficiaries become ineligible. Read the landmark judgment.
Category : Politics
Lokayukta Patil Inspects DC Office, Flags Land Delay
Karnataka Lokayukta Justice BS Patil's surprise inspection in Kalaburagi reveals only 7 out of 55 land proposals for ex-servicemen were sanctioned. He ordered immediate disposal of pending cases and raised concerns over lake encroachment and fund misuse.
Silchar fire destroys 3 homes, Rs 30 lakh loss
A devastating fire in Cachar's Chandinagar near the India-Bangladesh border left three families homeless, causing Rs 30 lakh in damage. Read about the suspected cause and delayed response.
Bihar CS Pushes for Fast-Tracking Ganga Bridge, Irrigation Projects
Bihar Chief Secretary Pratyaya Amrit reviews progress of Bakhtiarpur-Tajpur bridge, North Koel reservoir & Mandai weir. Directs officials to accelerate work for timely completion ahead of CM Nitish Kumar's review.
Land dispute turns fatal in Bulandshahr, BJP functionary accused
A 43-year-old man, nephew of ex-BSP MLA Haji Aleem, was beaten to death in a land dispute clash with a BJP functionary in Bulandshahr. Police register murder FIR. Read the full details.
Chandmari Flyover Sunset View Blocked by Construction
The cherished sunset viewing spot on Guwahati's Chandmari flyover is now obscured by the Noonmati-Ambari flyover pillars. Residents lament the loss of a social hub and demand pedestrian-friendly spaces. Read more.
Bihar Left Parties Protest US Action Against Venezuela
CPI(ML) and CPM held demonstrations in Patna against the US attack on Venezuela. Left parties plan statewide mass protests, condemning the violation of sovereignty. Read more.
Retired Headmaster Draws Double Pension for 15 Years
A retired headmaster in Gajapati district allegedly drew double pension & gratuity for 15 years due to a procedural lapse. Officials probe administrative negligence. Read the full investigation.
Bidar KDP meeting descends into chaos after MLA-MLC clash
A public meeting in Bidar was postponed after a heated altercation between BJP MLA Siddu Patil and Congress MLC Bhimrao Patil. Police intervened to prevent violence. Read the full details.
Dhami-Gadkari Meet: Major Road Projects for Uttarakhand Reviewed
CM Pushkar Singh Dhami met Union Minister Nitin Gadkari to fast-track Uttarakhand's highway projects. Key plans include decongesting pilgrim routes & completing the Silkyara tunnel by 2027. Details inside.
Maharashtra BJP Chief Blames NCP for 'Operation Lotus'
Maharashtra BJP President Chandrashekhar Bawankule claims the NCP pioneered political defections in the state, sparking a war of words. Read the full political controversy.
Chautala's Political Future Decision at Hisar Rally After Feb 20
Former minister Ranjit Singh Chautala will declare his political future at a massive state-level rally in Hisar after February 20. He praises CM Saini's work and addresses speculation on joining BJP. Read for details.
Delhi Govt, RBI Sign MoU for Yamuna Rejuvenation
Delhi government signs landmark MoU with RBI to fund Yamuna river rejuvenation and strengthen financial governance. A major step for urban ecology and fiscal management.
Court summons Raj Kundra in Bitcoin ponzi scheme case
A special court has summoned businessman Raj Kundra in the Bitcoin ponzi scheme case. The ED alleges he received 285 bitcoins, proceeds of crime. Read the full details.
German Chancellor Merz India Visit Jan 12-13 for Trade Talks
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz visits India on January 12-13 for high-level talks to strengthen bilateral trade and economic cooperation. Key discussions on supply chains and investment.
Khattar Reviews 3 Hydro Projects on Chenab in Jammu & Kashmir
Haryana CM Manohar Lal Khattar reviewed three new hydroelectric projects on the Chenab River in Jammu & Kashmir, aiming to boost power generation and water management. Details inside.
SC: Wrong orders not enough for disciplinary action against judges
The Supreme Court ruled that a judicial officer cannot face disciplinary action merely for passing wrong orders. The judgment protects judicial independence. Read the full analysis.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz India Visit Jan 12-13
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz visits India Jan 12-13 for high-level talks on trade, security & green energy. Key meeting with PM Modi to boost strategic partnership.
Smoke in Guwahati-Bengaluru Express Coach, No Injuries
Heavy smoke reported from Guwahati-Bengaluru Express coach at Berhampur station. Quick action by railway staff prevented injuries and major delay. Read the full details.
Congress-BJP clash at Koppal railway event over protocol
A foundation stone-laying ceremony in Koppal's Hitnal village descended into chaos as Congress workers threw chairs, protesting the omission of local leaders' names from event banners. Union Minister V Somanna faced protests.
Akka Pade Women's Safety Vehicle Flagged Off in Dharwad
Dharwad launches the Akka Pade, a dedicated women's police response unit, to provide immediate protection and awareness for women and children in distress.
AAP Targets Tea Tribe Voters in Upper Assam
Aam Aadmi Party ramps up membership drives in Dibrugarh and Tinsukia, eyeing the crucial tea tribe electorate. Over 250 new members join as party aims to fill leadership void.
Haryana Police: Rs 3 Lakh/Month Income Needed for Paid Security
Haryana Police's new rules state only those earning over Rs 3 lakh monthly or owning Rs 3 crore+ assets must pay for security. Others can opt in voluntarily. Details inside.
Illegal Laterite Mining Thrives in Belagavi for 3 Months
Illegal laterite mining flourished in Belagavi's Badas village for over 3 months, despite being in the constituency of Minister Laxmi Hebbalkar. A raid failed to stop the 'influential' contractor. Read more.
Kangana Ranaut absent in Bathinda defamation case hearing
BJP MP Kangana Ranaut's plea for exemption from personal appearance in a Bathinda defamation case was opposed by the prosecution, which sought bail cancellation. The case, filed in 2021, adjourned to January 15. Read the full details.
New Superintendent for Kalaburagi Jail After Viral Video
Rajesh Kamble appointed as Kalaburagi Central Jail superintendent following a viral video showing inmates' 'royal hospitality'. DGP Prisons inspects facility as investigation continues.
No Chargesheet 4 Years After PM Modi's Punjab Flyover Blockade
Four years after PM Modi's motorcade was stranded on a Punjab flyover, justice is delayed. No formal chargesheet filed despite severe charges and Supreme Court panel findings. Read the full story.
1.94 Kg Ganja Seized, Man Arrested in Bhubaneswar
Bhubaneswar police arrested a man and seized 1.94 kilograms of ganja in a major drug bust. The operation was led by the Commissionerate Police's Special Squad. Read the full story.
Odisha's ADVIKA Scheme Launches Self-Defence Training for Girls
Odisha's Women & Child Development Dept. initiates weekly self-defence training for adolescent girls under ADVIKA. The 3-month program uses the Rani Laxmi Bai model. Read more.
HC Directs Kerala Govt to Reconsider KSRTC Pension Revision
Kerala High Court directs state to reconsider revised pension for KSRTC staff retired before Jan 1, 2022. Orders must be passed within three months after hearing petitioners.
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