Bagalkot gears up for crucial third by-election
Bagalkot Assembly faces a third by-election after Congress MLA Hullappa Y Meti's death. The contest is a key test for Congress govt & BJP's 2028 prospects. Explore the seat's unique political history.
Category : Politics
FIR against man for threatening NMMC election officer
Rabale police register FIR against a man for allegedly threatening and defaming a Returning Officer during NMMC polls. The accused, a BSP supporter, is absconding. Read details.
IAS Officer Sanjeev Hans Controversy: Woman Files Police Complaint
Advocate Gayatri Devi alleges she was denied entry at IAS officer Sanjeev Hans's Patna residence with their son. She filed a complaint at Shastri Nagar police station. Details inside.
VHP denies role in Madhubani assault, calls for fair probe
VHP district chief Aditya Singh condemns attempts to link the group to a Madhubani assault. Police confirm victim is an Indian citizen from Supaul, not Bangladeshi. Read details.
Sowjanya Case: Objection Filed, Court Hearing on Jan 23
Senior advocate Dore Raju files objection against SIT report in Sowjanya case as Dharmasthala Temple seeks victim status. Belthangady court to hear arguments on January 23. Read the latest updates.
Siddaramaiah Condemns Centre's Renaming of MGNREGA Scheme
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah accuses Union govt of undermining welfare by renaming MGNREGA. He demands reinstatement of old law, citing funding shift hurting poor, Dalits, and farmers. Read more.
Ex-MLA Vijay Shukla shifted to Patna IGIMS for medical care
Former Bihar MLA Vijay Kumar Shukla, serving life term for a 1998 murder, transferred from Bhagalpur jail to IGIMS Patna for retinal injury and cataract surgery. Read the full story.
Agra man acquitted after 13 years in wrongful power theft case
A 73-year-old retired clerk from Agra finally cleared his name after a 13-year legal ordeal in a mistaken identity electricity theft case. The court acquitted him, paving the way for action against the real offender. Read his fight for justice.
Bihar's 4-Day Farmer ID Drive for Kisan Nidhi Beneficiaries
Bihar agriculture minister urges 75 lakh farmers to register on farmer-registry portal from Jan 6-9. Registration is mandatory to continue receiving Kisan Samman Nidhi benefits under new Agri-Stack Project.
Tripura Border on High Alert Over Militant Movement
Gomati district enforces strict border measures under BNSS Section 163 following intelligence on PCJSS & UPDF movement. Restrictions in place from Dec 3, 2025, to Feb 28. Read for details.
Karnataka Registers 5,900 NDPS Cases Till Nov 2025
Karnataka reports a sharp rise in drug cases, with 5,900 NDPS Act cases till November 2025. Learn about the state's crackdown, key seizures, and anti-drug initiatives.
Congress Protests MGNREGA Replacement with VB-G Ram G Act
Congress party announces statewide protests starting Jan 5 against the replacement of MGNREGA with VB-G Ram G Act. Party leaders call it an attack on rural employment and Gandhi's legacy.
Bihar Revenue Dept Sets Deadlines for Land Reforms
Bihar's Revenue Department mandates 100% Aadhaar seeding, land banks by 2026, and 75-day mutation disposal. Officials directed to ensure transparency and speed in land reforms.
5 Arrested in Rohtas Marriage Fraud Ring Targeting Rajasthan Men
Rohtas police arrested five for a marriage fraud scam targeting older men from Rajasthan. Recovered Rs 1.32 lakh cash, gold jewellery. Details on the police operation inside.
Meitei Society Memo to PM on KANAM's UN Outreach
Meitei Heritage Society warns PM Modi that Chin-Kuki-Zo group's communications to UN & foreign govts challenge India's sovereignty & judicial authority in Manipur. Read the full report.
Meghalaya CM Connects with Garo Hills Villagers on New Year Weekend
Meghalaya CM Conrad K. Sangma toured Garo Hills villages to connect with citizens, discuss their issues, and reinforce the 'CM Connect' initiative's focus on grassroots governance. Read more.
Bettiah Land Dispute Turns Violent, 5 Cops Injured
A land survey team and police personnel were attacked in Bettiah's Dubaulia village, leaving five injured including a circle officer. The dispute involves a two-acre plot. Read details.
Tripura Border Restrictions After Militant Movement Intel
Gomati district in Tripura imposes Section 163 BNSS restrictions along India-Bangladesh border from Dec 2025 to Feb 2026. Measures aim to prevent infiltration by militants, Rohingya, and criminal groups. Read for details.
Vigilance Arrests Muzaffarpur Agri Officer in Bribe Trap
Muzaffarpur's District Agriculture Officer, Sudhir Kumar, was caught red-handed accepting a bribe of Rs 19,000. The victim had already paid Rs 1.81 lakh. Raids uncovered Rs 11 lakh cash and gold. Read the full details.
Bihar Mandates FIRs for Land Document Forgery
Bihar's revenue department mandates criminal action & FIRs for forged land documents in mutation, transfer, and govt land cases. Circle officers held personally responsible for compliance.
Two drug peddlers arrested with heroin in Arunachal's Nirjuli
Arunachal Pradesh police arrested two drug peddlers in Nirjuli, seizing 19.23 grams of heroin worth Rs 1 lakh. A case under the NDPS Act has been registered. Read the full details.
Rs 1.64 Crore Grant for Assam's Zero-Waste Pineapple Project
NITI Aayog approves Rs 1.64 crore for a Zero Waste Pineapple Innovation Hub in Assam's Cachar district to boost value addition, jobs, and sustainability. Read how this project will transform the local agrarian economy.
Chadha Backs Gig Workers, Criticises Platforms Over Strike
AAP MP Raghav Chadha defends 2025 gig worker strike, criticises platforms for 'miscreants' label. He calls for dignity, fair pay, and slams coordinated criticism. Read the full debate.
Compounder found dead at doctor's house in Purnia
A 20-year-old compounder was found dead with a gunshot wound in Purnia's Patraha Beldari village. The doctor he worked for is absconding. Police suspect a love affair angle. Read the full investigation details.
Fire at Army Base in Chamoli, No Loss of Life or Property
A fire broke out at a storage facility inside an Army base in Jyotirmath, Chamoli. Over 50 personnel from Army, ITBP, fire dept & police brought it under control in 2 hours. No injuries or property damage reported.
Andhra Jails Packed with Undertrials, Not Convicts
Andhra Pradesh jails hold more undertrials than convicts, revealing judicial delays & legal aid gaps. Data shows 5,065 await trial vs 2,511 convicts. Can new laws fix this?
HC Appoints Rajendra Singh to Study Thamirabarani River Pollution
Madras High Court appoints Magsaysay awardee Rajendra Singh as commissioner to study Thamirabarani river pollution and suggest remedies. Court expresses dissatisfaction with state's progress.
CJI Stresses Judicial Infrastructure & Tech at Patna HC Event
CJI Justice Surya Kant laid foundation stones for 7 infrastructure projects at Patna High Court, emphasizing technology and training to improve access to justice and tackle cybercrime.
Two die in bike crash in Supaul's Sohagpur village
Two young men, Rajkumar Yadav (23) and Nitish Kumar Yadav (24), died on the spot after their speeding motorcycle hit a tree in Supaul. Police are investigating the fatal road accident.
ECR Drive: 1,032 Arrested for Alarm Chain Pulling in Dec
East Central Railway's 'Samay Palan' & 'Mahila Suraksha' drives in Dec saw 1,032 arrests for illegal alarm chain pulling & 2,629 penalised for unauthorised travel in women's coaches. Read details.
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