Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu states MLA local area development funds and discretionary grants will be released only after state's financial condition improves, blaming BJP for stalling central grants.
Rajasthan has achieved 3,000 megawatts of installed solar capacity under PM-KUSUM Components A and C, transforming farmers into energy producers and advancing state energy self-reliance.
A local AAP functionary, Satwinderpal Singh alias Lucky Oberoi, was shot dead outside a gurdwara in Jalandhar. The murder, captured on CCTV, has sparked a high-level police investigation amid claims of a personal feud.
A class 1 student fell into an open drain under an under-construction footpath in Bengaluru, escaping unhurt. The incident has raised alarms about pedestrian safety amid ongoing infrastructure projects.
Karnataka High Court grants interim protection to activist Puneeth Kerehalli in two criminal cases, directs government to detail measures against illegal immigrants in Bengaluru.
Chandigarh district court in Sector 43 received a bomb threat email on Friday, prompting a police search. After hours of operation, no explosives were found, but security has been tightened as investigations continue.
The Himachal Pradesh government has secured NABARD approval for 73 projects totaling over Rs 713 crore for FY 2025-26, with Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu highlighting financial challenges from central grant cuts.
After four years of administrative rule, Nagpur Municipal Corporation's elected representatives convened in a historic meeting marked by fresh faces, gender balance, and symbolic attire.
Severe traffic congestion plagued the Pune-Mumbai Expressway on Friday, with peak-hour snarls near Lonavla. Officials cite weekend travel and voters heading for Saturday's local elections as key factors.
The Gujarat government has approved a Rs 100 crore Urban Transport Fund to tackle traffic challenges in Ahmedabad and Surat, aiming to improve public transport and reduce congestion.
The election for 16 Nagpur Municipal Corporation standing committee members was abruptly canceled, revealing deep divisions within the ruling BJP despite recent electoral victories.
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla adjourned proceedings as Opposition MPs protested, wasting over 19 hours. Rajya Sabha saw discussions on railways and agriculture, with private member Bills introduced.
A 25-year-old taxi driver from Chandigarh was kidnapped and murdered, with police suspecting revenge for a 2025 accidental death. The victim was engaged to be married.
US President Donald Trump signed an executive order removing a 25% tariff on Indian imports, imposed due to New Delhi's Russian oil purchases. This follows a new trade agreement between the two nations.
Residents of Panaiyur, a coastal area in Chennai, report severe disruptions to daily life due to political activities, including traffic jams and blocked roads from major party headquarters and leaders' homes.
A 72-year-old retired man in Ahmedabad finally lodged an FIR for his stolen mobile phone after a 25-month delay, highlighting issues in minor theft case handling by police.
At the 74th National Town Planners Conference in Ahmedabad, experts warned that India must shift to local, people-centric urban design to manage 35-40 crore new urban residents by 2030, focusing on sustainability and quality of life.
The Karnataka High Court has stayed a police investigation against Bengaluru-based Newspace Research and Technologies over a drone trespass case, citing procedural lapses and questioning police authority under Drone Rules.
A 62-year-old US citizen alleges gold, diamond jewelry, cash, and medicines worth crores were stolen from her checked baggage during a flight from Bengaluru to Abu Dhabi in November 2025. She filed a police complaint after returning from the US.
The Jaipur traffic police issued a corrigendum after a notification referring to Ambedkar Circle as Polo Circle sparked outrage from opposition parties and Dalit organizations.
In a significant move, AAP MLAs in Punjab's Ajnala and Ramdas constituencies distributed cheques of Rs 5 lakh each to panchayats elected unanimously, fulfilling a key election promise by CM Bhagwant Mann.
Ruchi Bawa, Vice-Chairperson of the Punjab State Commission for Protection of Child Rights, conducted inspections of childcare institutions in Amritsar to assess compliance with child protection norms and discuss policy enforcement with local officials.
Punjab State Backward Classes Commission Chairman Malkit Singh Thind reviewed welfare schemes for backward classes in Tarn Taran, emphasizing timely benefits and public awareness.
In February 1926, the Legislative Assembly introduced pivotal non-official Bills to reform criminal law, including repeals of repressive acts and safeguards for public rights, reflecting long-standing public demands for legal changes.
The Supreme Court will review if the 'right to be forgotten' applies to deleting online news after a banker, discharged in a money laundering case, sought removal of reports. The case challenges a Delhi High Court order, raising press freedom concerns.
Educationists warn that Tamil Nadu universities may not get Vice-Chancellors before the next academic year due to Assembly elections, despite the Supreme Court lifting its stay on state government appointment powers. They urge a temporary compromise.
A 28-year-old woman in Kolkata has filed a police complaint alleging stalking, criminal intimidation, sexual threats, assault, and defamation by a man she previously dated, seeking immediate protection and an FIR.
Jaipur Municipal Corporation conducts capacity-building workshops for sanitation staff, but residents report persistent problems with irregular garbage collection, foul smells, and unhygienic conditions across multiple zones.
The Rajasthan government has launched three new e-rickshaw zones in Jaipur, covering North, Central, and Jaipur Junction areas, despite receiving only 1,405 applications against 8,200 proposed allotments. The remaining zones will be rolled out by February
The Sayukt Valmiki Evam Safayi Shramik Sangh met with Jaipur Municipal Corporation officials, demanding action on recruitment and unresolved issues. A detailed report must be submitted to the state government within seven days.