Delhi Bomb Hoax, Prahaar Doctrine & Global Terror Groups
A major bomb threat hoax in Delhi triggered a high-security response as India announced its new Prahaar anti-terror doctrine, targeting over 60 international terror organizations.
Category : Law & Order
Mumbai Woman Arrested for Forged Power of Attorney Scam
Mumbai Crime Branch arrests Sultana Shaikh for creating fake power of attorney with forged signatures and government stamps. Police search for accomplices Sameera Khan and Amit Tayde.
Odisha Conviction Rates: Jharsuguda 89.5%, Kendrapada 3.1%
Odisha's 2025 conviction data reveals stark district variations, with Jharsuguda achieving 89.5% conviction rate while Kendrapada struggles at 3.1%. Police reforms and new criminal laws credited for improvements.
50,000 Liters of ENA Seized in Uttara Kannada Using Fake Papers
Excise officials in Uttara Kannada district intercepted two tanker trucks carrying 50,000 liters of extra neutral alcohol using forged documents. The seizure, valued at Rs 90 lakh, is one of the department's largest in recent years.
NGT Notice on Illegal Soil Excavation in Balangir, Odisha
The National Green Tribunal has issued notices to authorities regarding illegal soil excavation in Balangir district, with penalties assessed and restoration sought for environmental damage.
Farmer Arrested for Blocking Dalit Couple Temple Entry
A 58-year-old agriculturist from Tumakuru district was arrested for preventing a newlywed Dalit couple from entering a temple, allegedly citing caste discrimination.
Latur Teacher Held for Beating 32 Students with Bamboo Stick
A shocking incident in Latur, Maharashtra, where a teacher was arrested for allegedly beating 32 students with a bamboo stick over alleged damage to his bike, threatening them with future reprisals.
SC: 2018 Cow Vigilantism Guidelines Unmanageable
The Supreme Court expressed concerns over the unmanageable nature of its 2018 guidelines aimed at curbing cow vigilantism and mobocracy, during a contempt petition hearing.
Calcutta HC Directs WBCSSC to Reveal SLST Objection Fees
Calcutta High Court has directed the West Bengal Central School Service Commission to disclose the amount collected from candidates for raising objections to SLST answer keys, amid allegations of unfair practices.
US Pulls Staff from Beirut Embassy as Iran Tensions Escalate
The United States has ordered the evacuation of non-essential personnel from its embassy in Beirut, Lebanon, citing heightened security concerns linked to escalating tensions with Iran. This move comes as diplomatic talks between Iran and the US are sched
HC Stays Case Against BJP's Surendran in 2019 Hartal Attack
The Kerala High Court has stayed proceedings against BJP leader K Surendran for four months in a 2019 hartal-related attack case in Alappuzha. The court adjourned the petition to June 15.
HC Denies Bail to Ex-Sabarimala Officer in Ghee Fund Case
The Kerala High Court dismissed the anticipatory bail plea of former Sabarimala special officer S R Santhosh Kumar in a vigilance case alleging misappropriation of Rs 21.39 lakh from 'aadiya sishtam ghee' sales.
Thane Police Probe Inter-State Human Egg Extraction Racket
Thane police investigating illegal human egg extraction racket scrutinize hospitals in Ulhasnagar and Thane, suspect inter-state network spanning Bengaluru and Telangana. Over 40 women allegedly exploited, with one donor subjected to 33 extractions.
Bus Overturns in Lucknow: 5 Dead, 14 Injured
A double-decker bus traveling from Ludhiana to Motihari overturned in Lucknow, killing five people and injuring at least 14 others. The accident occurred on an expressway with approximately 80-85 passengers on board.
Kerala HC Orders Action on Oath-Taking Violations in Local Bodies
Kerala High Court directs state election commission to decide on complaints about oath-taking violations by elected representatives in local self-government institutions within four weeks, following a PIL alleging breaches of statutory norms.
Woman, Nephew Arrested for Murder of Widow in Pratapgarh
Pratapgarh police arrested a woman and her nephew for allegedly strangling a 35-year-old widow in Sarehua village. The victim's son discovered the body, leading to an FIR and arrests.
Kerala HC Adjourns 'Dr' Title Case to March 2
The Kerala High Court has adjourned to March 2 appeals challenging an order allowing physiotherapists and occupational therapists to use 'Dr' prefix. The court suggested the government decide the matter.
Man Escapes Decade of Captivity in Pratapgarh After Forced Conversion
Santosh Shukla, 40, fled after 10 years of alleged slavery in Pratapgarh, where he was forced to convert to Islam and given a fake Aadhaar. The main accused, Badr-ul-Zama, has been arrested.
STF Nabs Wanted Cattle Smuggler in Pratapgarh
Special Task Force arrests Prathavipal Saroj, a wanted cattle smuggler with a Rs 50,000 reward, in Pratapgarh. He was involved in smuggling cattle from UP to Bihar under multiple animal cruelty laws.
Lekhpal Arrested for Bribery in Prayagraj
A lekhpal in Kaushambi was arrested by vigilance officials while accepting a Rs 10,000 bribe for processing an income certificate. The trap was set after a formal complaint.
Prayagraj: Two Minors Killed, Seven Injured in Road Accidents
Two minors lost their lives and seven others sustained injuries in three separate road accidents in Prayagraj's Naini and Koraon areas on Monday. The incidents involved speeding vehicles near schools and exam centers.
Andhra Police Bust Ganja Racket, Arrest 5 with 168 Kg Haul
Nathavaram police in Anakapalle district arrested five individuals for transporting 168 kg of ganja worth Rs 84 lakh. The mastermind, a repeat offender, used covert methods and specialized vehicles for interstate smuggling.
Home Guard, Passenger Killed in Hyderabad Tanker Crash
A home guard working as a bike taxi driver and his young passenger died after a water tanker hit their two-wheeler in Banjara Hills, Hyderabad. Police arrested the driver for negligence.
Kadapa Police SI, CI Arrested by ACB in Bribery Sting Operation
Anti-Corruption Bureau sleuths arrested a sub-inspector and circle inspector in Kadapa district for demanding and accepting a bribe of Rs 1.5 lakh. The accused allegedly sought money to avoid implicating a complainant in chain-snatching cases.
Hyderabad Student Drowns, Police File Negligence Case
An 18-year-old student drowned at a private pool in Hyderabad, leading to a police case against the owner and coach for alleged negligence. The incident occurred during swimming practice.
SC Seeks Centre's Reply on Moving Coal Industries from Delhi-NCR
The Supreme Court has directed the Centre to respond to a plea for relocating coal-based industries out of Delhi-NCR to combat pollution. It also ordered Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, and Rajasthan to seek public feedback on the matter.
HC Petition Against CMO's Bulk Messaging Using Employee Data
A petition filed in Kerala High Court challenges the Chief Minister's Office's alleged bulk messaging campaign targeting government employees using private data from SPARK software ahead of assembly elections, citing privacy violations.
Kolkata Court Hearings Adjourned for SIR Case Work
Hundreds of cases in Kolkata's district courts face adjournments as nearly 200 judicial officers in West Bengal are reassigned to adjudicate SIR hearings, causing disruptions in civil and criminal matters until March 9.
Vadodara: Explosives Arrest, Fatal Crash, Alumni Vaccine Fund
Major updates from Vadodara include a man arrested for planting explosives, a fatal dumper accident killing a rider, and SPU alumni funding vaccine initiatives. Stay informed on civic, traffic, and administrative developments.
HC Summons Centre to Demolish 505 Illegal Wetland Constructions
Calcutta High Court reprimands state for inaction on 505 unauthorised constructions in East Kolkata Wetlands, orders involvement of Union government and paramilitary forces for demolition.
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