BMC's New Waste Fees & Fines Start Thursday
Bidhannagar Municipal Corporation introduces slab-wise monthly user charges for door-to-door waste collection and fines for violations. New rules mandate waste segregation at source.
Category : Politics
Row over Abhishek Banerjee's Jan 9 Thakurbari temple visit
Union Minister Shantanu Thakur warns TMC's Abhishek Banerjee against visiting Harichand-Guruchand Thakur temple with police security on January 9. TMC hits back, asserting his right to pray. Read the full story.
Police arrest 5 for trader dacoity posing as CBI officers
Anupshahr police & SWAT team arrest five criminals for robbing a trader's home while impersonating CBI officers. Gold, silver, ₹13.3L cash, and illegal firearms recovered. Read the full story.
33,606 Nominations for 2,869 Civic Seats in Maharashtra
Maharashtra civic polls see massive rush with 33,606 nominations for 2,869 seats. Pune tops the list. Final candidate list by Jan 3. Explore the reasons behind the surge.
Pune civic polls: Party loyalists denied tickets, spark revolt
Widespread discontent in Pune as BJP & NCP deny tickets to loyal workers, favoring new entrants from rival parties. Former corporators switch sides, contest as independents. Full details inside.
Pune Blast Accused Shot Dead in Maharashtra
Aslam Jahagirdar, an accused in the 2012 Pune serial blasts case, was shot dead in Shrirampur. Two bike-borne assailants surrendered. Details on the case and his criminal history inside.
Khaleda Zia Funeral: Jaishankar Delivers Modi's Letter
Former Bangladesh PM Khaleda Zia buried with state honours. India's EAM S Jaishankar attends, hands over PM Modi's personal letter to her son Tarique Rahman, signalling a new chapter in bilateral ties.
India's BRICS 2026 Presidency: Vision and Key Highlights
India takes over BRICS presidency in 2026 with a transformative vision. Explore the key themes, goals, and global implications of its leadership for the Global South.
Savarkar kin examined in Rahul Gandhi defamation case
Pune court completes chief examination of Satyaki Savarkar in defamation case against Rahul Gandhi over London speech remarks. Cross-examination deferred to Jan 13. Read the full details.
J&K Land Records System offline since May, digitisation stalled
Jammu & Kashmir's 'Aapki Zameen, Aapki Nigrani' portal, digitising 8 crore land records, remains inaccessible since Operation Sindoor, raising accountability questions. Read more.
Goa Archbishop condemns Christmas attacks on Christians
Archbishop Filipe Neri Ferrao expresses anguish over attacks on Christmas celebrations, citing tacit approval of authorities. He calls for action to uphold constitutional values.
PM Modi's Letter to Tarique Rahman After Khaleda Zia's Death
PM Modi expressed deep condolences to Tarique Rahman on the demise of former Bangladesh PM Khaleda Zia, calling her a leader of 'rare resolve' who strengthened India-Bangladesh ties.
Goa Fire Probe Finds Panchayat Collusion, Illegal Licence
Magisterial inquiry into Goa's Arpora club fire that killed 25 reveals local panchayat colluded with owners, allowed illegal operation. Key officials face action.
Raipur Mall Reopens After Christmas Decor Vandalism
Magneto Mall in Raipur reopens with new decor after Bajrang Dal vandalism. Visitors condemn violence as six accused get bail. Read about the community's response.
5 Bengal Districts Submit High-Rise Polling Station Lists
West Bengal's Chief Electoral Officer has received lists of high-rises for polling stations from five districts. The Election Commission's deadline for submissions was December 31. Read the latest updates on the state's electoral preparations.
Yogi Adityanath on Ayodhya's Past Struggle & Present Glory
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath contrasts Ayodhya's turbulent past under previous governments with its current revival, citing key temple milestones. He announced a new job scheme for youth.
Kolkata Citizens Queue on New Year's Eve for SIR Hearing
An elderly woman in Kolkata attended a citizenship hearing days after knee replacement surgery, as the EC's SIR verification drive continued on Dec 31, causing hardship for many. Read more about the public ordeal.
Ajay Rai: Compensate families of govt staff who died on duty
Uttar Pradesh Congress president Ajay Rai alleges law & order breakdown, demands govt jobs & compensation for families of nearly two dozen employees who died during SIR work. Read more.
TMC's Ghosh Dismisses BJP's Bengal 2026 Poll Claims
TMC's Kunal Ghosh counters Amit Shah's BJP victory claim for Bengal 2026, alleging voter deletion conspiracies and highlighting BJP's 'washing machine' politics. Read the full political showdown.
MP HC: Minor's consent immaterial, upholds 20-yr POCSO sentence
Madhya Pradesh High Court refuses to suspend 20-year sentence in POCSO case, stating marriage and child during bail are immaterial. Consent of a minor is not valid in law. Read the full judgement details.
SC's 2026 Docket: Religion, Citizenship, Liberty Cases
The Supreme Court shifts focus from 2025's off-court controversies to a pivotal 2026 calendar packed with landmark cases on religious freedom, citizenship laws, and fundamental rights. Explore the key legal battles ahead.
Shah Unites Bengal BJP, Brings Ghosh Onboard for 2026
Amit Shah holds crucial meetings in Kolkata, urges BJP leaders to set aside differences and focus on infiltration & corruption as key poll planks. Dilip Ghosh returns to active role.
Srinagar court acquits 3 in terror case over evidence flaws
A TADA court in Srinagar acquitted three men accused of terror links, citing serious shortcomings in prosecution evidence and witness identification. Read the full details of the judgment.
UAE Leaders Extend New Year Wishes to World
UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and VP Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum exchanged New Year greetings with world leaders, including PM Modi, fostering international diplomacy.
Pankaj Chaudhary's Challenges as New UP BJP Chief
Union Minister Pankaj Chaudhary's appointment as UP BJP President aims to counter OBC shift post-2024 Lok Sabha results and set stage for 2027 Assembly polls. Analysis of his key challenges.
Jeweller, wife shot dead in Mandsaur on New Year's eve
Three people, including a jewellery trader and his wife, were shot dead in their Mandsaur home. Police are investigating trade rivalry and financial dealings as key angles. Read the latest updates.
Container Truck Crash Injures 3 on Pune's Talegaon-Chakan Road
A major accident on Pune's Talegaon-Chakan road left three injured after a container truck collided with four vehicles. Police have registered a case against the absconding driver. Get the latest details.
EC Bars Use of Cancelled OBC Certificates in SIR Exercise
The Election Commission directs officials not to accept OBC certificates cancelled by Calcutta High Court for SIR identification. HC invalidated all certificates issued from 2010 to May 2024.
Trump's Ukraine Diplomacy Risks Prolonging Conflict: Analysis
Analysis compares Trump's Ukraine peace push to Clinton's failed 1990s Israel-PLO efforts. Experts argue war exhaustion, not forced deals, brings lasting ceasefire. Read more.
Goa man gets 6.5 years for assaulting aged mother
A North Goa sessions court sentenced Sandeep Verlekar to 6 years and 6 months for culpable homicide of his mother in 2019. The court took a lenient view, citing intoxication and lack of intent to kill. Read the full details.
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