Ludhiana's civic body struggles with mounting waste as a Rs 53 crore processing project remains inactive for over a year, despite agreements with private firms to handle 700-1,000 MT daily.
Panchayat Minister Mauvin Godinho stated that the Goa government will grant more powers to Zilla Panchayat members to implement projects and utilize funds effectively, addressing new members at a Gipard training program.
Shiromani Akali Dal president Sukhbir Singh Badal visited party leader Bikram Singh Majithia in Patiala jail, asserting that Akalis are not intimidated by imprisonment and will continue their political struggle.
A Goa police team investigating high-value thefts was attacked by a mob in Madhya Pradesh's Alirajpur district while returning with a detained suspect. The attackers pelted stones, injuring one officer, but local police reinforcements secured the suspect.
Villagers in Chimbel, Goa, welcome the government's decision to relocate the Unity Mall project but vow to continue their protest until an official notification is issued, demanding transparency and ecological restoration.
Goa government has notified the house-listing and housing census for Census of India 2027, with a 30-day period from April 16 to May 15. Self-enumeration option available from April 1 to April 15, with 33 data points to be collected.
The Goa government has started the process to fill approximately 30 vacant direct deputy superintendent of police posts, following the cancellation of the 2024 recruitment drive by the GPSC and a Bombay High Court petition.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis is expected to present the state budget for 2026-27 following the tragic death of Finance Minister Ajit Pawar. The budget session begins February 23 amid rising state debt and welfare commitments.
Kremlin invites Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to Moscow for peace talks as US-mediated negotiations gain momentum. Diplomatic efforts continue amid ongoing fighting and territorial disputes.
Congresswoman Ilhan Omar was sprayed with an unknown substance at a public event but remained unharmed. The suspect, Anthony J. Kazmierczak, 55, was arrested. Omar, a progressive figure, has faced criticism and scrutiny, including from former President Tr
Uttar Pradesh government suspends sub-divisional forest officer Gyan Singh for procedural lapses in Meerut-Pauri highway construction dispute between forest department and NHAI.
Union Minister Jitendra Singh will inaugurate the National Institute of Oceanography's new shore-based laboratory in Visakhapatnam's Rushikonda area on Friday, marking a significant milestone for ocean research on India's east coast.
The Karnataka High Court ruled that foreign nationals cannot insist on visa grant or renewal, and the state need not provide reasons for denial, dismissing an appeal by two Nigerian students.
Kolkata Mayor Firhad Hakim dismisses proposal for separate cycle lanes, stating insufficient road space. Plan deemed feasible only in planned townships like New Town with wider infrastructure.
The Syro Malabar Church clarifies that a Kerala cabinet decision removes obstacles for eligible unmarried women above 50 to receive pensions, not exclusively for nuns, amid criticism of misleading reports.
A comprehensive audit of Bengaluru's public toilets reveals shocking gaps between official claims and ground reality, with 95% facilities unusable for persons with disabilities and severe safety issues for women and transgender users.
Lieutenant Governor Kavinder Gupta inaugurated upgraded civil aviation infrastructure at Leh IAF station to enhance tourism, economic activity, and disaster response capabilities in Ladakh.
Economic Survey highlights Odisha's replicable skilling initiatives, institutional climate adaptation through water governance, and innovative alumni engagement in higher education as exemplary models.
A Pilibhit court has sentenced two brothers to life imprisonment for murdering a 58-year-old farmer in 2014. The case originated from a minor school dispute between children and escalated into fatal violence.
A case has been registered against a youth BJP worker and six others, including Matri Sadan seer Brahmachari Sudhanand, over a firing incident during a land encroachment dispute in Kankhal, Haridwar.
Uttarakhand High Court prohibits state from evicting Van Gujjar community from forest land until their Forest Rights Act claims are resolved, allowing continued farming activities during the process.
Baramati town in Pune witnessed a somber farewell for Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, with Bhigwan Chowk, the political epicenter, unusually quiet. Thousands gathered for state honours cremation, remembering his grassroots legacy.
Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel embarked on a jungle safari in Sasan-Gir, spotting lions at two locations. He later flagged off 183 specialized vehicles for forest staff during his Junagadh visit.
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann highlights Punjab's Aam Aadmi clinics and cashless treatment scheme during Gujarat visit, criticizes BJP-Congress collusion as AAP expands western India presence.
The Orissa High Court has extended the deadline for the state government to file its response to a PIL seeking strict enforcement of conduct rules prohibiting government employees from participating in strikes.
Ludhiana police have registered a case against 29 individuals for allegedly kidnapping and brutally assaulting a 21-year-old student on ITI Gill Road. The victim was held captive for hours and attacked with weapons.
Doraha police have registered a cheating case against a woman and her father for allegedly extracting money with false promises of helping her husband settle in Canada. The complainant claims he transferred Rs. 14.5 lakh for the purpose.
Sambhal Police files revision petition in Allahabad High Court challenging CJM's order to register FIR against 12 personnel for alleged firing during November 2024 violence. Separate petition filed by former circle officer.
Ludhiana authorities install 30 stray dog feeding zones discreetly to avoid resident protests, implementing Supreme Court guidelines to manage animal aggression and public safety.
A 17-year-old girl in Lakhimpur Kheri died by suicide after alleged rape and humiliation at police station. Two arrested, police conduct under investigation.