Tarn Taran: Heroin, Opium Seized in Border Area
In a significant operation in Tarn Taran, Punjab, authorities have seized heroin and opium from a border area, highlighting ongoing efforts to combat drug trafficking in the region.
Category : Politics
Chennai Security Agencies Face Scrutiny Over Guard Verification
Private security agencies in Chennai face scrutiny over guard verification practices, with gaps in background checks and unregistered firms operating. Police investigate after a guard's arrest in Taramani triple murder case.
Lucknow Court Acquits Moeed Ahmad, Slams Police Probe
A Lucknow court acquitted Moeed Ahmad due to lack of evidence, criticizing serious police lapses including failure to collect call records and verify key witness statements.
UPPCL Notice to Smart Meter Firm After Glitch Affects 8.48L Users
Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation Limited has served a notice to its smart meter manufacturer after technical faults prevented 8.48 lakh consumers from accessing electricity bills. The company faces demands for immediate compliance.
Karnataka Lokayukta Seizes Rs 26.55 Cr from Forest Official
Karnataka Lokayukta police conducted raids on a senior Forest Department official, uncovering disproportionate assets worth Rs 26.55 crore, marking the biggest seizure from a single official in recent years.
VMC Closes 3 Key Roads in Vadodara for Sewerage Projects
Vadodara Municipal Corporation will close three major roads in western areas for sewerage work, including repairs near Squirrel Circle and new drainage lines in Vasna and Gotri, with closures lasting 20 days or more.
NCP (Ajit) Rebuilds East Vidarbha Org After Pawar's Death
The Nationalist Congress Party (Ajit) faction struggles to rebuild its organization in East Vidarbha following deputy CM Ajit Pawar's sudden death, with Praful Patel emerging as the sole nationally recognized leader from the region.
Pawar's Last Cabinet Gift: Gadchiroli Infrastructure Clearance
Deputy CM Ajit Pawar's final cabinet meeting approved critical road projects for Gadchiroli, enhancing mineral logistics and connectivity just before his tragic death.
Rajasthan Liquor Surcharge Funds Gaushalas with Rs 1,380 Crore
Rajasthan government collected Rs 1,380.7 crore from a 20% liquor surcharge over two years, directing over Rs 2,340 crore to gaushalas and cattle conservation.
Kalma Barrage Water Dispute Protest in Bhubaneswar
A significant protest erupted at Kalma Barrage in Bhubaneswar over a contentious water dispute, highlighting regional tensions and demands for equitable resource distribution.
BJP Appoints Key Leaders in Vadodara City Unit
The BJP has announced appointments to crucial positions in its Vadodara city unit, including general secretaries, treasurer, and vice presidents, ending a prolonged vacancy since March last year.
BRS Slams SIT Notices to KCR as Political Vendetta
BRS leaders in Hyderabad, including KT Rama Rao and Harish Rao, strongly condemned the SIT notices served to former CM K Chandrasekhar Rao, calling it a diversionary tactic by the Congress government to mask its failures.
Senior Citizen Stabbed, Robbed in Mahisagar Home Invasion
A 63-year-old man was stabbed and robbed of cash and jewellery worth Rs 1.95 lakh by armed robbers in Bhanpur village, Mahisagar district. The incident occurred in the early hours of Thursday.
Four UP Police Personnel Face Action Over Custodial Assault Claims
Four police personnel from Jalalpur Kotwali in Ambedkarnagar have been sent to lines and face departmental action following allegations of assault during custodial questioning of a local resident.
Hyderabad Bus Crash on NH-65: 3 Injured, Overspeeding Suspected
Three passengers sustained minor injuries when an RTC Super Luxury bus veered off the road and hit the central divider on NH-65 near Mutyalammagudem in Nalgonda district. Police suspect overspeeding as the cause.
UP Allows Relatives to Submit Voter Documents for Absent Persons
Uttar Pradesh's Chief Electoral Officer Navdeep Rinwa clarifies that relatives can submit documents for voter list inclusion when individuals are absent due to hospitalization, education, or work.
Karnataka Apex Bank President Election Cancelled
The Karnataka Apex Bank president election has been called off after both BJP and Congress candidates withdrew their nominations, forcing Congress to devise a new strategy.
ACB Case: SCCL Official Accused of Taking Bribes via PhonePe
Hyderabad's Anti-Corruption Bureau has filed a case against a Singareni Collieries official for allegedly demanding bribes from employees through PhonePe, promising help in internal recruitment processes.
BJP MLA Demands Regulation of Mosque Loudspeakers in Jaipur
BJP MLA Balmukundacharya raised concerns in the Rajasthan Assembly about loudspeakers at mosques in Jaipur, citing noise pollution disrupting sleep and studies.
Congress: SIT Notice to KCR Not Politically Motivated
Telangana Congress president B Mahesh Kumar Goud states the SIT notice to BRS chief K Chandrasekhar Rao in the phone-tapping case is free from political vendetta, emphasizing transparent investigation.
Trailer Crash at Vadodara Industrial Estate Injures One
A trailer carrying iron angles veered off NH-48 and crashed into a private industrial estate gate in Vadodara, injuring one person. Police cite driver loss of control amid local concerns over frequent accidents on the highway.
CBI Finds Rs 234-Crore Tirumala Laddu Scam, Ghee Was Vegetable Oil
The CBI investigation into Tirumala laddu procurement reveals a massive Rs 234-crore scam where ghee was substituted with vegetable oil. TTD officials allegedly took bribes in silver, mobiles, and cash to approve ineligible suppliers.
Jaishankar Meets US Ambassador Gor Before Washington Visit
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met US Ambassador Sergio Gor in New Delhi, discussing defence, trade, and critical minerals ahead of his US trip for the inaugural ministerial meeting on critical mineral supply chains.
India-Arab Foreign Ministers' Meeting Tomorrow, Gaza Reconstruction Key Agenda
India hosts the 2nd India-Arab Foreign Ministers' Meeting after 10 years, co-chaired with UAE. Palestinian FM urges greater Indian role in Gaza rebuilding and continued UNRWA support.
Rajasthan Assembly Uproar Over PWD Minister's Road Data
Congress legislators in Rajasthan assembly objected to Deputy CM Diya Kumari's comparative road construction figures, causing a major disruption during Question Hour on Thursday.
Jaipur Transport Workers Protest Over Unmet Demands
Employees of Jaipur City Transport Services Limited staged a protest outside DLB headquarters, citing inaction on 14 demands and delay in releasing minutes of a January 21 meeting.
JDA Approves Rs 9.5 Crore Parade Expenses, Expands Jurisdiction
Jaipur Development Authority's executive committee grants post-facto approval for Rs 9.5 crore spent on Army Day Parade arrangements and amends notification to increase its jurisdictional control.
Chennai's ₹822.7 Crore Broadway Transport Hub Foundation Laid
Tamil Nadu CM M K Stalin laid the foundation for a ₹822.7 crore integrated bus terminus and commercial complex at Broadway, Chennai, featuring 73 bus bays, parking, and seamless connectivity with metro and rail services.
Two Arrested for Rape of Minor in Surat Ashram School
Police in Ahwa town, Dang district, arrested a 64-year-old man and a female cook for the alleged rape of a 15-year-old schoolgirl. The incident occurred on January 19 at an Ashram School, with charges under POCSO and SC/ST Acts.
Satnavari: India's First Smart Village Praised in Economic Survey
Nagpur's Satnavari becomes India's first smart village with AI-powered farming, while Maharashtra's defence aerospace fund boosts MSMEs in hi-tech military equipment development.
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