A recent audit in Bengaluru has found that the majority of public toilets are unusable and unsafe, particularly for women and disabled individuals, raising concerns ahead of the Swachh Survekshan survey.
National Human Rights Commission chairperson Justice V Ramasubramanian recommends disability certificate scrutiny only in cases of specific suspicion, not mass re-verification of all government employees with disabilities.
Bengaluru MP Tejasvi Surya raises objections to Rule 24 of draft BMLTA regulations, questioning tunnel road project approval process and fiscal oversight.
Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL) has announced mandatory smart pre-paid metering for government office connections starting February 15, aiming to modernize power consumption and improve financial discipline.
Patiala administration, with PWD and police support, evicted MLA Harmeet Singh Pathanmajra's official residence following house allotment cancellation and high court dismissing his appeals as proclaimed offender.
Eluru district police have solved a major theft case involving 4.5 kg of gold worth Rs 7 crore from Kanakadurga Gold Finance. The auditor Vadlamudi Uma Mahesh was arrested after a detailed investigation led by SP K P S Kishore.
A tragic road accident on the National Highway outskirts of Phagwara claimed two lives and left four injured, including children, when a car collided with a stationary bus.
Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu congratulated state police for achieving the fastest average emergency response time nationwide under the ERSS-112 system, praising their dedication despite challenging terrain.
Former Himachal CM Jai Ram Thakur criticizes state government for allegedly ignoring BJP MLAs' constituency priorities, delaying projects, and suspending funds, threatening boycott of upcoming meeting.
Punjab Congress leaders accuse central agencies of being weaponized against opposition after income tax raids on former minister Sunder Sham Arora's residence in Hoshiarpur.
Himachal Pradesh Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla and Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu expressed deep sorrow over Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar's death in a Baramati plane crash, calling it a national loss.
Tejinder Dhaliwal, 47, arrested for sexual assault after targeting women through fake job ads on Kijiji. Halton Police warn of more potential victims as he's released on bail.
Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, Deputy CM Mukesh Agnihotri, and state Congress chief Vinay Kumar met party high command in New Delhi to discuss unity, discipline, and organizational strengthening.
Former President Donald Trump questioned the authenticity of an attack on Rep. Ilhan Omar in Minneapolis, where a suspect sprayed her with an unknown liquid. Police arrested Anthony Kazmierczak on assault charges.
After nearly two years of delays and technical challenges, the crucial Goripalya-Hosahalli railway bridge in west Bengaluru has been reconstructed, providing relief to thousands of daily commuters.
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has formally requested Prime Minister Narendra Modi to rename Adampur Airport after Guru Ravidas during the PM's upcoming visit to Jalandhar on February 1.
In the devastating Anandapur fire that claimed 21 lives, rescue teams are using skulls as primary indicators to count victims. DNA from teeth will aid identification amid forensic challenges.
Bengaluru police intensify search for Nepali couple accused of stealing Rs 18 crore in cash and jewellery from a builder's residence in Yemalur after infiltrating as domestic help.
A Ludhiana fast-track court has convicted two men for the 2021 murder of Randeep Singh during a birthday celebration that turned violent over an iPhone gift dispute. The court imposed fines totaling ₹21,000.
An IX-additional district judge court in Chodavaram, Anakapalle district, has sentenced four smugglers to 10 years of rigorous imprisonment and a Rs 1 lakh fine for possessing 80 kg of marijuana in January 2017.
The Indian Air Force's Republic Day video showing strikes on Pakistan's nuclear base has revived questions about whether Kirana Hills was targeted during Operation Sindoor, despite official denials.
A small aircraft crashed near Baramati airstrip in Pune, killing all five onboard including deputy CM Ajit Pawar. The aircraft was completely burnt, with high flames engulfing nearby trees.
Baldev Singh, 79, sends final representation to Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann ahead of 40th anniversary of 1986 Nakodar police firing that killed four Sikh youths, including his son.
Patiala district administration evacuated AAP MLA Harmeet Singh Pathanmajra's official residence after court declared him proclaimed offender. Family resisted, MLA questioned action from Australia via Facebook live.
Chandigarh Parents Association condemns chaotic crisis management after hoax bomb threats hit 30 schools, demanding Standard Reunification Protocol implementation.
Chandigarh MP Manish Tewari proposes direct election of Mayor with five-year term to address governance issues, citing 90 office-bearers in 30 years under current system.
Bombay High Court directs Maharashtra government to deposit Rs. 3.5 crore for unpaid compensation in 136 MSHRC cases, citing administrative apathy and delays.
Bombay High Court rejects anticipatory bail for in-laws linked to ruling party in Pune domestic violence case, citing their influence and victim's plight in Indian society.
The mortal remains of NCP president Ajit Pawar have been brought to Baramati's Vidya Pratishtan institute ahead of his funeral with full state honors scheduled for Thursday morning.
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann announces transformation of Dhudike village into a model village with infrastructure projects, pledges completion within a year while emphasizing revival of traditional sports.