16 Naxalites Killed in Jharkhand Encounter
In a significant anti-Naxal operation, security forces eliminated 16 Naxalites in a fierce encounter in Jharkhand's Kolhan region. The operation marks a major blow to left-wing extremism in the state.
Category : Politics
HC Seeks Report on Compensatory Planting Near DLF Gurugram
The Punjab and Haryana High Court has directed authorities to submit a detailed report on compensatory afforestation measures for the DLF project in Gurugram, highlighting environmental concerns in Haryana's urban development.
HC Strikes Down Pension Cut from Haryana Lokayukta Emoluments
The Punjab and Haryana High Court has ruled against the Haryana government's decision to reduce the pension component from the Lokayukta's salary, upholding judicial independence.
Karnal FCI Rice Default: Rs 22 Crore Scam
In a major crackdown, Karnal police have booked rice mill owners and their guarantors for allegedly defaulting on Rs 22 crore worth of rice meant for the Food Corporation of India. The case highlights systemic issues in grain procurement.
SC Rejects US Verdicts in Sir Syed Ahmad Khan Election Case
The Supreme Court of India has ruled that US court judgments cannot be cited as precedents in the Sir Syed Ahmad Khan election case, emphasizing the primacy of Indian constitutional law.
Court Acquits Sajjan Kumar in 1984 Riots Case
A Delhi court acquitted former Congress MP Sajjan Kumar in a 1984 anti-Sikh riots case, citing insufficient evidence and unreliable witness testimonies, though he remains jailed for other convictions.
Fadnavis Alleges Paid Toolkit Against Davos Investment Claims
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis accuses political adversaries of circulating a paid toolkit on social media to discredit the state's massive investment commitments secured at Davos.
Maharashtra to Honour MISA Prisoners at National Events
Maharashtra government will honour individuals who served prison terms under MISA during the 1975-77 Emergency by inviting them as guests to official Republic Day, Maharashtra Day and Independence Day programmes across districts, talukas and villages.
Patna Man Killed in Targeted Shooting on Patna-Dobhi Road
A 26-year-old man, Sonu Kumar, was shot dead by motorcycle-borne assailants in a targeted attack on Patna-Dobhi Road in Dhanarua area. He later succumbed to injuries at PMCH.
Kanpur Police Arrest Chain Snatcher in Encounter
Kanpur police and Crime Branch arrested chain snatcher Niyaz Ahmad after an encounter on Dahlan Road. The accused had snatched a gold chain from a retired woman sub-inspector 13 days earlier.
Kanpur MLA Distributes Tricycles to 30 Disabled Persons
Ghatampur MLA Saroj Kureel distributed tricycles to 30 disabled individuals under the Artificial Limb and Assistive Devices scheme in Kanpur. She urged them to become self-reliant through government welfare initiatives.
Kirari Waterlogging: Verma Blames AAP, Announces Plan
Minister Parvesh Verma accuses previous AAP government of neglecting Kirari's drainage for over a decade, announces time-bound solution while AAP alleges BJP's deliberate negligence caused flooding.
Varanasi Court Grants Injunction to Lohia Corp in Patent Case
The commercial court in Varanasi has issued an ex parte interim injunction protecting Lohia Corp Ltd's patent rights against Coimbatore-based Five Fingers Exports India Private Ltd for alleged infringement.
5 Traffic Violations May Suspend Your Driving Licence
Drivers committing five traffic violations within a year risk licence suspension. Authorities must provide a hearing before taking action, as per rules.
Karnataka OKs 5-Year Age Relaxation in Govt Jobs
The Karnataka cabinet has approved a five-year age relaxation for government job aspirants, addressing recruitment delays caused by internal reservation issues for Scheduled Castes.
Governor Gehlot Cuts Address Short, Sparks Outrage in Karnataka Assembly
Karnataka Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot read only three lines of his address before abruptly leaving the Assembly session, prompting Congress legislators to boo and shout 'shame' as he was escorted out by marshals.
Census 2027 Schedule: Housing Phase Starts April 2026
The Ministry of Home Affairs has notified the schedule for Census 2027, with housing data collection from April-September 2026 and population enumeration in February 2027, including caste data for the first time since 1931.
Police Recruitment Tragedy: Candidate Dies After Physical Test in Bharuch
A 25-year-old police recruitment candidate from Kutch collapsed and died after completing the 5-km running test in Bharuch. The incident has prompted authorities to deploy cardiologist-led medical teams at the venue.
Patna Woman Allegedly Poisoned in Land Dispute
A 22-year-old married woman in Nalanda district allegedly died after being forced to consume poison over a land dispute. Her in-laws' family has fled following the incident.
Khagaria: Trader Robbed of Rs 2 Lakh by Bike-borne Criminals
In a shocking daylight robbery in Khagaria district, armed bike-borne miscreants intercepted a trader and robbed him of Rs 2 lakh near Kanhaiya Chak village under Parbatta police station area on Thursday.
Delhi Court: Email Summons Not Legal, Acquits Kejriwal
A Delhi court acquitted Arvind Kejriwal for skipping ED summons, ruling email summons invalid under CrPC and PMLA. The court said ED failed to prove intentional disobedience.
Kolkata Metro Blue Line Hit by Third Technical Snag This Month
Kolkata's Blue Line metro services faced disruptions for the third time in January due to technical issues, stranding office-goers and students during morning rush hour.
Nagpur HC Scrutinizes Court Complex Infrastructure Failures
The Nagpur bench of Bombay High Court has intensified scrutiny of long-pending infrastructure deficiencies at Nagpur District Court complex, questioning municipal corporation about parking solutions and allowing intervention from former bar association pr
Four Arrested in Delhi Rs 40 Lakh Gunpoint Robbery
Delhi Police arrests four men for allegedly robbing a man at gunpoint of Rs 39.7 lakh in Shahbad Dairy. The robbery was a pre-planned conspiracy by the victim's associates.
Five More Detained in Dhenkanal Pastor Assault Case
Police in Dhenkanal district have detained five additional individuals in connection with the assault and public humiliation of a pastor accused of forced religious conversion, bringing the total to nine detainees.
Delhi CM Orders Weekly Updates for ₹5 Cr+ Projects on Portal
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has directed all departments to upload and update projects costing over ₹5 crore weekly on the CM-Pragati portal for direct monitoring, emphasizing transparency and accountability.
Chennai Assembly Debate: DMK vs BJP on Tamil Language Promotion
A heated debate over Tamil language promotion unfolded in the Chennai assembly, with DMK ministers accusing BJP of electoral opportunism while BJP defended its global outreach efforts for Tamil.
Delhi Construction Workers Unaware of Welfare Schemes
Delhi's 2.6 lakh registered construction workers remain largely unaware of promised welfare benefits including maternity care, education assistance, and pensions, with only single-digit percentages accessing these schemes despite eligibility.
TN Assembly Debate: Stalin, Palaniswami Clash Over Poll Promises
Tamil Nadu assembly witnessed heated exchanges as CM Stalin and AIADMK's Palaniswami sparred over govt employee welfare, pension scheme, and unfulfilled poll promises including MGNREGS workdays.
SC Refuses to Restrain ED from Accessing I-PAC Phone
Supreme Court refuses to restrain ED from accessing mobile phone of I-PAC functionary Jitendra Mehta, clubbing similar privacy cases for Tuesday hearing.
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