Sanjay Biswal, a 2012 batch IFS officer, has been appointed as the new director of Lucknow Zoo, replacing Aditi Sharma. He brings extensive experience in wildlife conservation and plans to enhance zoo infrastructure.
Bhopal's weekly Jal Sunwai under the clean water campaign recorded its highest participation with 42 water samples from 85 wards. All samples met quality standards, building public trust through direct engagement.
In a shocking incident in Bhusawal taluka, two 15-year-old girls drowned after being allegedly pushed into a well by two 17-year-old boys. The Jalgaon police have detained the juveniles.
A gas cylinder explosion near a Republic Day function in Malegaon injured five people, including a minor. Three balloon sellers arrested for using a locally made explosive substance without permission.
Kanpur Nagar Police dismantled an interstate network trafficking codeine-based cough syrup, arresting Vinod Agarwal from Haryana. Investigation reveals massive discrepancies in billing and fake firms involved.
The Allahabad High Court has ordered trial courts in Uttar Pradesh not to postpone framing charges in criminal cases merely because an accused files a revision petition or appeal, unless a stay order is issued by a higher court.
In Ludhiana, a man mourns his wife's death caused by banned Chinese manjha, questioning accountability as authorities fail to curb its sale despite fatalities.
A Mint readers' poll reveals broad approval of last year's tax changes, but strong demand persists for further relief, exemptions, and populist measures ahead of Budget 2026.
The mayoral election for Kolhapur Municipal Corporation is scheduled for February 6, with Mahayuti parties planning a 15-month rotation formula for key posts. Congress and BJP have elected their group leaders.
Rohini Acharya, daughter of Lalu Prasad Yadav, launches a fresh verbal assault on Tejashwi Yadav, claiming the Rashtriya Janata Dal is teetering on the edge of collapse under his current leadership.
Deputy CM Eknath Shinde launched Shiv Sena's zilla parishad campaign in Satara, pledging to increase Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana from Rs 1,500 to Rs 2,100 monthly. He credited the scheme for Mahayuti's electoral success.
Varanasi police arrested Virendra Yadav for allegedly murdering his friend Aftab Alam, claiming humiliation after being tricked into eating cow meat. The body was found in a field with suspicious financial transactions.
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Ambadas Danve firmly denies speculation of switching to Eknath Shinde's faction, accusing minister Uday Samant of spreading false rumors. Sanjay Raut joins the political spat, claiming Samant might soon defect to BJP.
Kanpur police rescued a speech-and-hearing-impaired woman after an exchange of fire with her kidnapper in Kannauj's Thathiya area. The kidnapper was shot in the leg and arrested.
In Chandigarh's Sector 41, an 80-year-old man reported theft of gold jewellery, diamonds, cash, and US dollars from his home locker. Police are investigating with suspicion on domestic helpers.
Unknown thieves broke into an Air Force official's house at a defence establishment in Khadki, Pune, stealing gold jewellery worth Rs 4.40 lakh on Sunday evening. Police have registered a case under BNS sections.
A major water pipeline leak near Sector 88 in Gurgaon has disrupted supply to residential societies along Dwarka Expressway. GMDA officials cite temperature-related shrinkage as the cause, with repairs delayed by rainfall.
Parliament's Budget session commences today ahead of Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's Union Budget 2026 speech on February 1. The session unfolds amid global economic challenges and high expectations for economic reforms.
The first day of Uttar Pradesh Bar Council elections in Kanpur witnessed 3,948 advocates casting votes out of 11,908 registered voters. Voting will conclude on Wednesday with 25 members to be elected from 333 candidates.
Prayagraj marked the 77th Republic Day with flag-hoisting ceremonies, cultural programs, and awards. Deputy CM Keshav Prasad Maurya honored officers, while various institutions held events.
Punjab Minister Gurmeet Singh Meet Hayer calls on youth to spearhead the fight against drugs, emphasizing their crucial role in creating a drug-free society.
The Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) has called for full transparency regarding the Chardi Kala funds, demanding detailed accounts and usage reports from the authorities.
Haryana MLA Arjun Chautala has urged the youth to drive political change in the state, while strongly criticising the BJP-led government for its policies and governance failures.
The Delhi government has sanctioned development projects worth Rs 327 crore for JJ clusters, focusing on infrastructure upgrades and basic amenities to improve living conditions for residents.
Two minors have been detained by Delhi police for allegedly raping a girl in the city. The incident has sparked outrage and raised concerns about juvenile crime and safety.
India initiates government-level negotiations with the US and Venezuela to recover $600 million in dividends stuck in ONGC Videsh's Venezuelan projects, potentially lowering oil import costs.
A statewide bandh in Odisha today affects essential services. Check the status of hospitals, ambulances, transport, and other facilities to plan your day accordingly.
European Council President António Costa proudly displayed his Overseas Citizen of India card and spoke about his ancestral connections to Goa during the announcement of a landmark free trade agreement between India and the European Union.
Democratic Representative Ilhan Omar was sprayed with an unknown substance during a town hall in Minneapolis. Security quickly subdued the attacker as Omar continued her remarks.
Maharashtra's MSRTC now requires all fuel stations on its land to include public EV charging points, aiming to boost infrastructure and adoption across the state.