Senior IPS officer Devesh Chandra Srivastava appointed as Director General (Prisons) while Anil Shukla takes over as Director General (Home Guards) in Delhi. Both officers will hold additional charges until permanent postings are made.
Chief Election Officer Anindita Mitra inspected a state-level election warehouse in Patiala, reviewing equipment and voter list preparations, and directed officials to correct discrepancies and dispose of obsolete materials.
The Congress government in Karnataka, led by CM Siddaramaiah, will celebrate 1000 days in office with a grand event in Haveri on Feb 14, distributing title deeds to 100,000 beneficiaries across nine districts.
IAS officer Muddada Ravichandra assumed charge as the new executive officer of Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) on Friday, offering prayers and pledging enhanced pilgrim services.
YSRCP president YS Jagan Mohan Reddy pledges to approach Supreme Court and NHRC against Andhra Pradesh coalition government, alleging 'jungle raj' and false propaganda in Tirupati laddu case.
A 19-year-old woman in Pilibhit died by suicide after her lover's mother allegedly declined her marriage proposal and misbehaved with her mother. Police have filed a case against the man and his mother for abetment to suicide and other charges.
Italian PM Giorgia Meloni dismisses public anger as 'surreal' over US ICE-linked personnel at Milan Winter Olympics, while protesters flood streets warning of shrinking civil liberties.
Indian Railways will run 1,409 special trains from March 1 to 22 to handle the massive Holi passenger surge. East Central Railway leads with 285 trains, marking a significant increase from previous years.
Bihar's health minister faced tough questions on infant mortality, health spending, and cashless services, leading to repeated interventions by senior ministers and the Speaker to restore order.
In Gaya district, over 800 water bodies have vanished despite a 2011 Supreme Court restoration mandate. Surviving ponds face real estate threats, with government offices built on former water bodies.
Jammu & Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah presented a Rs 1.27 lakh crore budget for 2026-27, emphasizing security upgrades, flood recovery, and social welfare schemes amid opposition criticism.
Bhojpur cyber police have arrested a finance company bank official and two cybercriminals for allegedly opening mule accounts to route illegal funds. At least 27 district residents were duped into opening accounts with promises of Rs2,000-Rs3,000 payments
The ashes of former Maharashtra deputy CM Ajit Pawar were immersed in the sacred Falgu river at Dev Ghat, Gaya. NCP national secretary Rana Ranbir Singh performed the rituals, highlighting Pawar's deep connection with Bihar.
East Champaran police have formed four SITs to arrest a gang defrauding unemployed youth by promising 'police-mitra' jobs. Two arrests made, rewards announced for three key suspects.
Patna police arrived at MP Pappu Yadav's residence to arrest him in a 35-year-old case, leading to high drama as Yadav refused immediate arrest and promised to appear in court on Saturday.
Election Registration Officers in West Bengal have recommended the deletion of voter names for individuals who failed to appear at verification hearings, as confirmed by Election Commission sources.
Notorious criminal Prince Kumar alias Abhijeet was shot dead in a joint operation by Bihar Police and STF in Vaishali. He had a Rs 2 lakh reward and was involved in 31 cases, including murder of a police personnel.
The Patna High Court has ordered police to strictly enforce noise pollution rules, including a ban on loudspeakers and firecrackers from 10 PM to 6 AM. The court also addressed air pollution concerns in the city.
A series of tragic road accidents in Rohtas district claimed five lives, including a woman, and left several injured. Police are investigating the causes of the separate incidents involving autorickshaws and trucks.
A significant fire broke out at an NDMC storage facility near Safdarjung airport on Friday evening, causing panic and traffic disruptions. Police and firefighters responded swiftly to control the blaze, with no casualties reported.
Karnataka's BJP opposes the state government's Rs 67.2-crore AI-driven social media analytics solution, calling it a privacy breach and surveillance tool, while ministers defend it as necessary to combat misinformation.
Chief Minister Siddaramaiah postpones Karnataka cabinet reshuffle to prioritize budget preparation and upcoming elections, leaving Congress MLAs waiting. The delay stems from budget work, election cycles, and unresolved leadership dynamics.
Commuters in Vadodara can now travel freely between Nanubhai Amin Road and Bhailal Amin Road via the Alembic campus, reducing peak-hour congestion at Genda Circle after gates and barricades were removed.
A fatal accident in Ranchi has drawn attention to the perilous state of roads and open drains across the city, with residents and candidates warning of serious risks to commuters and pedestrians.
Following a fatal accident in Delhi, the Patna Municipal Corporation intensifies inspections and grievance systems to secure open pits and construction sites, aiming to prevent similar tragedies.
The Uttar Pradesh government has declared the film 'Godaan,' which focuses on cow protection themes, tax-free across the state. This move aims to promote awareness and support for animal welfare initiatives.
Patna police have dismantled a cheating ring operating during constable recruitment physical tests, arresting three suspects and two candidates who used impersonators in written exams.
In Hazaribag Municipal Corporation polls, former male councillors are nominating their wives in wards now reserved for women, sparking debate on women's empowerment versus proxy politics.
Urban local body elections in Jharkhand show remarkable increase in women's participation, with 42% candidates for mayor/chairperson posts and 50% for ward councillor positions. Experts cite reservation policy and growing political awareness as key driver
A Delhi court heard bail arguments for four accused in the Turkman Gate stone-pelting case, reserving orders on seven others. Defence cited digital evidence while prosecution cited pending medical reports.