Congress Criticises UGC Draft 2025 Over Federalism Concerns
Haryana Congress president Rao Narendra Singh criticises UGC Draft Regulations 2025, alleging central overreach threatens state rights and university autonomy in education.
Category : Politics
Selja: MGNREGA Weakening Hurts Rural Workers, Panchayats
Congress MP Kumari Selja criticizes central government changes to MGNREGA, saying they undermine rural employment rights, wage guarantees, and panchayat autonomy during Fatehabad protests.
Ahmedabad Gym Trainer Assaulted Over Refund Dispute
A gym trainer in Ahmedabad's Prahladnagar area was assaulted late at night in December over a refund dispute involving Rs 32,000 paid by a female acquaintance of the accused.
DMK Leader Trichy Siva Inaugurates College Alumni Building in Trichy
Senior DMK leader Trichy Siva laid the foundation stone for a new alumni building at Thanthai Periyar Govt Arts and Science College in Trichy, funded under the Nammaku Naame scheme for campus placements and alumni meetings.
Ahmedabad Schools Issue Security Advisory After Bomb Threats
Ahmedabad schools receive bomb threat emails, prompting security advisory with protocols for police coordination, visitor monitoring, and emergency response plans to ensure student safety.
Delhi Court Upholds Bail in Chandni Mahal Violence Case
A Delhi court has maintained bail for Mohd. Ubaidullah in the Chandni Mahal violence case after reassessment ordered by the High Court, which criticized the initial bail order as cryptic and unreasoned.
Karnataka Suburban Rail Project: All Lines Approved
The Karnataka government has approved all four lines of the ambitious suburban rail project for Bengaluru, marking a major step forward in the city's infrastructure development.
Ex-Market Committee Secretary Chargesheeted in Chandigarh
Chandigarh police file chargesheet against former market committee secretary for alleged corruption, misappropriation of funds, and forgery in a significant legal development.
Chandigarh Starts Health Card Enrollment Under Sehat Bima Yojana
Chandigarh initiates enrollment for the Mukh Mantri Sehat Bima Yojana health cards, offering cashless treatment up to Rs 5 lakh per family annually at empanelled hospitals.
Three Bodies Found in Zirakpur and Mullanpur, Chandigarh
Chandigarh police are investigating after three bodies were discovered in separate incidents in Zirakpur and Mullanpur, raising concerns about public safety in the region.
Chandigarh Mayor Meets Administrator for Civic Talks
Chandigarh Mayor held a meeting with the UT Administrator to discuss key civic issues, development projects, and governance strategies for the city's progress.
Haryana Police Busts Rs 1.9 Crore Fraud Gang, 3 Held
Haryana Police has successfully dismantled an inter-state gang responsible for a massive financial fraud amounting to Rs 1.9 crore. Three individuals have been arrested in connection with the sophisticated scam that spanned multiple states.
Congress Refutes Chandigarh Mayor's Allegations Against Tewari
The Congress party has strongly refuted allegations made by Chandigarh Mayor against MP Manish Tewari, calling them baseless and politically motivated. The controversy highlights internal tensions within the city's political landscape.
Chandigarh AAP Chief Seeks Hike in Old Age Pension
The Aam Aadmi Party's Chandigarh unit president has formally requested a significant increase in the old age pension amount to better support the financial needs of senior citizens in the region.
Gorakhpur Women's Journey to Republic Day Parade
Two women from Gorakhpur, Mansha Devi and Rajkumari Devi, transformed their lives through government schemes, becoming inspiring Lakhpati Didis and earning invitations to the Republic Day parade.
PWD Upgrades Sangam Vihar Roads, Plans New Corridor
Delhi's PWD initiates comprehensive road upgrades in Sangam Vihar, including safety enhancements and a proposed new corridor to improve connectivity and reduce congestion in south Delhi.
Bengaluru Child Marriage Alert Turns Out to Be Misunderstanding
A suspected child marriage case in Bengaluru's Roopena Agrahara was a misunderstanding from a father's argument with his daughter's boyfriend. Police intervened, counseled the family, and warned the boy about legal consequences under the Pocso Act.
Minister Defends Phone-Tapping Probe, Promises Action
Hyderabad's Excise and Tourism Minister Jupally Krishna Rao asserts the phone-tapping investigation is democratic, with severe punishment for guilty parties, dismissing claims of political vendetta.
Khattar Praises ITBP Chief, Details Haryana's Job Reforms
Union Minister Manohar Lal Khattar emphasized transparency in Haryana's employment and praised former DGP Shatrujeet Kapur's work at a Rozgar Mela event in Chandigarh.
KTR Sends Legal Notices to BJP MPs Over Defamatory Remarks
BRS working president KT Rama Rao issues legal notices to Union minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar and MP Dharmapuri Arvind, demanding apology for defamatory statements.
Karnataka Survey Finds 10,365 Transgender Persons
A comprehensive baseline survey in Karnataka has identified 10,365 transgender persons across 31 districts, with Vijayapura reporting the highest numbers. The report recommends welfare measures.
Senior Advocate Urges More Lawyers for SC/ST Atrocity Cases
Senior advocate Lajapathi Roy emphasizes the need for more lawyers to serve as special public prosecutors in courts handling SC/ST Act cases. Evidence NGO data reveals rising caste-based violence in Tamil Nadu districts.
Congress Launches MGNREGA Rally in Hyderabad
Congress leaders in Hyderabad launched the 'MGNREGA Bachao Sangram' rally, accusing the Modi government of undermining the rural job scheme by centralizing control and reducing workers' rights.
Kavitha Plans Municipal Polls via AIFB in Telangana
Telangana Jagruthi leader K Kavitha is exploring an alliance with All India Forward Bloc to contest upcoming municipal elections in key towns, testing political waters post-BRS exit.
PM Modi to New Recruits: Remember Past Govt Hurdles, Ensure Citizen Ease
Prime Minister Narendra Modi virtually addressed 61,000 new recruits at Rozgar Mela, urging them to recall difficulties faced with government offices and ensure citizens don't encounter similar problems during their tenure.
Varanasi Police Busts Sex Racket, Arrests 5 in Raid
Varanasi Cantt police dismantled a sex racket operating from a Kunj Vihar apartment, arresting five individuals including four women. The raid followed an anonymous tip and led to the recovery of incriminating evidence.
Ballia: Youth Held for Forced Conversion, Minor Molestation
Police in Ballia's Rasra area arrested a 20-year-old man on charges of forced religious conversion, molesting a minor girl, pressuring for marriage, and issuing threats under multiple sections of BNS, UP Prohibition Act, and Pocso Act.
72-Year-Old Gets 25 Years for Granddaughter's Sexual Abuse
A POCSO court in Hamirpur sentenced a 72-year-old man to 25 years rigorous imprisonment for sexually assaulting his minor granddaughter over 5 years. The court also ordered ₹10.30 lakh compensation for the victim's rehabilitation.
Bengaluru Parking Fight: 12 Arrested After Temple Brawl
A routine parking argument in Bengaluru's Vidyaranyapura escalated into a violent mass fight near a temple, leading to 12 arrests. The incident involved assault on a family and police obstruction.
Bengaluru Prison Bans Oranges, Grapes Over Alcohol Fears
Bengaluru Central Prison has banned citrus fruits like oranges and grapes to prevent inmates from fermenting them into alcohol. New restrictions also limit clothing, bedding, and outside food.
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