Kolkata Police Busts Passport Racket, 20K Apps Pending
Kolkata Police uncovers a major human trafficking ring using forged Indian passports for Bangladeshis. New verification protocols cause a backlog of over 20,000 applications. Details inside.
Category : Politics
West Bengal Exempts Key Groups from SIR Hearing Appearance
West Bengal's CEO office exempts students, NRIs, seniors & others from in-person SIR hearings. New rules aim for a hassle-free electoral roll verification. Know the details.
Forest Conservation vs Adivasi Land Rights in India
Adivasi communities assert land rights amid exclusionary conservation policies. Explore the justice debate in India's forest governance. Read more for insights.
Karnataka CM Slams Kerala's Language Bill for Kasaragod
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah criticizes Kerala's Malayalam Language Bill 2025, calling it unconstitutional and an attack on linguistic freedom for Kannada speakers in Kasaragod.
Political Row Over Pune Metro Delays & Cost Escalation
BJP MP Muralidhar Mohol alleges Pune Metro stalled under UPA, causing cost to soar. Ajit Pawar and Prithviraj Chavan counter claims. Read the full political debate.
Mohali MC okays Rs 28.2 crore for infrastructure works
Mohali's F&CC greenlights projects worth Rs 22.2 crore & new estimates of Rs 6 crore for sanitation, water, roads & public amenities. Mayor Sidhu targets March 2026 completion.
Nagpur Civic Polls: Ex-Corporators Show Sharp Wealth Rise
Asset declarations for Nagpur NMC elections reveal a sharp rise in personal wealth of returning former corporators, highlighting the increasing financial muscle in municipal politics. Read the full analysis.
Man dies by suicide in Dausa hospital bathroom
A 30-year-old labourer died by suicide inside Dausa District Hospital's surgical ward. Police cite marital discord as the cause. Investigation ongoing.
Ex-Punjab Health Minister Sidhu Welcomes SAD, AAP Leaders to Congress
Former Punjab health minister Balbir Singh Sidhu inducts key SAD & AAP leaders into Congress in Mohali, criticizes AAP govt over stalled healthcare projects. Read more.
Delhi HC Sets 8-Week Deadline for Centre on SC Panel Rules
Delhi High Court directs Centre to finalise rules for Supreme Court panel list in 8 weeks. The move aims to streamline judicial appointments and ensure transparency. Read more for details.
Couple Found Dead in Tarn Taran Home, Suspected Gas Leak
A couple tragically died from suspected suffocation in Tarn Taran's Bhikhiwind. Police investigation underway. Read the full report on the shocking incident.
Farmers' Group to Protest Against Central Govt Policies
Jamhoori Kisan Sabha announces a protest in Amritsar against central government policies, including the Electricity (Amendment) Bill 2022. Farmers demand MSP guarantee and oppose pro-corporate laws.
Amritsar: 60-Day Night Ban Near International Border
Amritsar district administration imposes a 60-day night movement ban within 500 meters of the India-Pakistan border. Stay informed on the new security measures and restrictions.
Congress 'Save MGNREGA' Rally in Tanda Over Wage Delays
Congress leaders and workers staged a protest rally in Tanda, demanding immediate MGNREGA wage payments and highlighting rural distress. Key figures like Pawan Dewan and Rajwinder Kaur Thiara led the charge.
Amritsar Police Seize 6 Illegal Firearms, Arrest 2
Amritsar police crack down on illegal arms, recovering six firearms in separate incidents. Two arrested as investigations into smuggling networks intensify. Read the full story.
ED raids I-PAC offices in Kolkata, Mamata alleges political vendetta
ED conducts searches at I-PAC's Kolkata offices in a 5-year-old case. CM Mamata Banerjee accuses Amit Shah of political vendetta, claiming poll strategies were seized. Full details inside.
Jaishankar meets French President Macron in Paris
EAM S Jaishankar met French President Emmanuel Macron, conveying PM Modi's greetings. The leaders discussed global shifts and the robust India-France Strategic Partnership. Read more.
Sri Lankan national arrested in Coimbatore for forged Indian IDs
Coimbatore police arrested a 56-year-old Sri Lankan national for overstaying his visa and possessing multiple Indian identity documents, including Aadhaar and PAN, obtained fraudulently. Read the full investigation details.
Munitions India to Challenge NGT Order in Bhandara Blast
Defence PSU Munitions India Limited plans to move High Court against NGT's 2025 order in Bhandara blast case that killed 9. Tribunal halted operations until safety norms are met. Read the full story.
Mann Requests Live Telecast for Akal Takht Summons on Jan 15
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann asks for live broadcast of his Jan 15 appearance before Akal Takht to explain remarks on Sikh code. He vows to present evidence.
Telangana HC denies relief to actress's brother in drug case
Telangana High Court refuses interim relief to actress's brother in Masab Tank drug case. FIR not quashed, next hearing on Jan 19. Details on NDPS Act charges inside.
Gurgaon's Rs 9.6 Cr 6-Month Waste Fix Amid Long-Term Delays
MCG Gurgaon awards Rs 9.6 crore, 6-month contracts to 4 firms for doorstep waste collection, a temporary fix as a Rs 327 crore 5-year plan awaits state approval. 400 vehicles deployed.
Ajit Pawar blames BJP for PCMC debt, alleges corruption
Deputy CM Ajit Pawar accuses BJP of corruption & mismanagement, turning PCMC's surplus into Rs 4,000 crore debt. Key alliance partner quits ahead of polls. Read the full story.
BJP's Leadership-Driven Push for Vidarbha Civic Elections
CM Devendra Fadnavis spearheads BJP's high-intensity campaign for municipal polls in Vidarbha, backed by rallies from top leaders. The party aims to replicate its assembly election success. Read more.
Mohali Court Evacuated After Bomb Threat Email
Judicial proceedings in Mohali were suspended after a bomb threat email. Police evacuated the complex and conducted a thorough search. No explosives were found. Stay informed with the latest updates.
Congress Lacks Star Campaigners in Vidarbha Civic Polls
As Nagpur and other Vidarbha cities gear up for civic polls, the Congress party faces a visible shortage of star campaigners on the ground, raising concerns about its revival strategy in the key region.
Nagpur Court Upholds ₹50k Fine on Parents for Nylon Manja
Bombay HC Nagpur Bench rejects parent's plea against ₹50,000 fine for minors possessing banned nylon manja. Court stresses parental duty over public safety. Read the full story.
Congress Protests Against MGNREGA Replacement in Punjab
Congress leaders in Punjab, led by LoP Partap Singh Bajwa, protest against the new VB-G RAM G scheme, calling it an attack on federalism and workers' rights. Read the full story.
Coimbatore: Showroom Employee Dies in Test Car Fire
A 22-year-old car showroom employee was killed after a test drive vehicle crashed and caught fire in Coimbatore. Police report alcohol consumption prior to the accident. Read the full details.
Khurshid counters Jaishankar's EU comment, US quits IDEA
Salman Khurshid indirectly challenges S Jaishankar's 2022 EU statement. In other news, US withdraws from International IDEA as India assumes chairmanship. Read the full Delhi Confidential.
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