BJP Wins All Top Posts in Chandigarh Municipal Corporation
BJP retains control of Chandigarh Municipal Corporation, winning mayor, senior deputy mayor, and deputy mayor posts through transparent show-of-hands voting process.
Category : Politics
Pregnant Mare Electrocuted in Gurgaon, Owner Injured
A six-month pregnant mare was electrocuted at a transformer in Sidhrawali village, Gurgaon, killing the animal instantly. The owner suffered serious injuries and faces financial ruin as police register case under BNS sections.
Ghaziabad: GDA Transfers 5 Colonies to GMC with Rs 66 Crore Fund
Ghaziabad Development Authority formalizes handover of five colonies to Ghaziabad Municipal Corporation, committing Rs 66 crore for pending water, road, and sewer infrastructure works.
CIC Questions Chandigarh Admin's RTI Compliance
The Central Information Commission has issued a show-cause notice to Chandigarh's CPIO for denying RTI information on sanctioned posts, questioning the UT administration's adherence to the RTI Act, 2005.
Chandigarh Bomb Threats Target Govt Buildings After Schools
Major government buildings in Chandigarh received bomb threat emails on Thursday, following similar alerts to 30 schools. Security forces evacuated complexes and conducted extensive searches, finding no explosives.
SGPC Provides Records to SIT in Missing Saroops Case
The Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee has officially handed over requested records to the Special Investigation Team probing the disappearance of 328 sacred saroops of Guru Granth Sahib.
Mohali Traders Slam MC Over Parking, Sanitation Issues
Mohali Beopar Mandal criticizes Municipal Corporation for civic mismanagement, citing encroachment, unregulated parking, and delayed waste clearance affecting key market areas.
Panchkula Police Solve Theft Case in 48 Hours, Arrest 3
Panchkula police detective staff cracked a theft case within 48 hours, arresting three habitual offenders for breaking into a kothi in Pinjore and stealing valuables including a laptop and LPG cylinders.
Jind Court Sentences 3 in Minor Kidnapping-Rape Case
Jind court sentences two men to 20 years, one to 10 years for kidnapping and raping a minor girl. Two acquitted, fines imposed.
Jaipur Police Solve Rs 10 Lakh Silver Jewellery Burglary
Jaipur police have solved a burglary case involving stolen silver jewellery worth Rs 10 lakh from a workshop in Mehandi ka Chauk. Two accused have been arrested, while one remains absconding.
Jhunjhunu Lawyers Hunger Strike for Tehsil Re-inclusion
Lawyers in Jhunjhunu have begun an indefinite hunger strike, demanding Gudhagaudji tehsil be re-included in Udaipurwati sub-division, citing public hardship and administrative issues.
NGT Orders Rs 47 Lakh Compensation for Kullu Fish Farm
The National Green Tribunal directs Himachal Pradesh PWD and contractor to pay environmental compensation for trout farm damage near Manali, rejecting limitation period arguments.
Student Hit by Car During Nebraska ICE Protest
A student was hospitalized after being struck by an SUV during a student-led protest in Fremont, Nebraska. The driver fled the scene, prompting investigation calls from officials.
UK-China Reset: Starmer, Xi Pledge Enhanced Cooperation
Britain and China reset relations with pledges for greater cooperation on trade, investment, and technology. Prime Minister Keir Starmer and President Xi Jinping held talks focusing on market access, tariffs, and security issues.
Mohali DC Reviews Deteriorating Kharar-Landran Road
Mohali Deputy Commissioner Komal Mittal inspected the hazardous Kharar-Landran road, directing immediate tenders for repairs by March 2026 amid public anger over dangerous potholes.
NCP Merger Talks Advanced Before Ajit Pawar's Death
Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar's fatal plane crash occurred as NCP factions neared reunification. Formal announcement was scheduled for February 8, with merger talks in advanced stages and future cabinet reshuffles discussed.
Grain ATMs to Dispense Rice, Wheat in Patna Soon
Bihar government approves pilot project for grain ATMs in Patna. Annapurti machines will dispense up to 50kg grains in 5 minutes using Aadhaar authentication, aiming to reduce PDS corruption.
SC Woman Killed in Puppy Sale Scam, Three Charged
A 40-year-old South Carolina woman was fatally shot and set ablaze after being lured by a friend to a fake puppy sale. Three suspects face murder and arson charges in what police call a retaliatory killing.
Masked Men Try to Kidnap 20 Congress Corporators in Wardha
Twelve masked men attempted to storm a bus carrying 20 newly elected Congress corporators in Wardha district. The incident occurred as the corporators were traveling to register as a group amid a heated mayor election in Chandrapur.
Orissa HC Quotes Churchill on Population in Two-Child Policy Case
Orissa High Court dismissed a gram panchayat member's plea, quoting Winston Churchill, Bertrand Russell on population dangers. Court highlighted COVID-19 space constraints, UN population projections.
Kanpur Digital Census 2027: Phase 1 Starts May 22
Kanpur's 16th national census launches digitally on May 22, 2024, with self-enumeration options. District Magistrate outlines two-phase process concluding in 2027.
Chandigarh Mayoral Elections Conducted Under Tight Security
The Chandigarh Municipal Corporation conducted mayoral elections for all three posts under unprecedented security measures with no incidents reported during the entire voting process on Thursday.
Badal Alleges Mann Succumbed to Centre on SYL Canal
Shiromani Akali Dal president Sukhbir Singh Badal alleges Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann is compromising state's river waters under central pressure, vows 2027 probe into false cases.
Three Dead in Zirakpur High-Speed Crash on Airport Road
A devastating high-speed collision involving a Toyota Fortuner, an auto-rickshaw, and a stationary trailer on Zirakpur's PR-7 Airport Road resulted in three fatalities and two serious injuries. The SUV was reportedly traveling at over 150 kmph.
DRM Inspects Kanpur Central Station for Development Works
Divisional Railway Manager Rajnish Agrawal conducted a thorough inspection of Kanpur Central Station to review redevelopment works, exam arrangements, and Magh Mela preparations.
Couple's 951km Foot March for Cattle Conservation Reaches UP
Ajit and Priyanka from Haryana are walking 951km with their daughter to advocate for cowsheds in every village, highlighting stray cattle dangers and promoting conservation efforts through the Rashtriya Gokul Mission.
Surajkund Craft Festival Traffic Plan: Parking, Diversions
Faridabad traffic police issue advisory for 39th Surajkund International Craft Festival from Jan 31 to Feb 15. 10 designated parking sites identified, heavy vehicle restrictions on key routes connecting Delhi, Gurgaon, and Faridabad.
Kanpur: 35,000 'No-Mapping' Cases Resolved, Voter List Update
Kanpur's electoral authorities have disposed of 35,000 'No-Mapping' cases, identified 2.7 lakh voters, and issued 1.7 lakh notices. The final voter list, with 26 lakh existing voters, will be published on March 6.
Excise Dept Cracks Down on Illegal Liquor in Mohali
The excise department has intensified enforcement against marriage palaces in Kharar and adjoining areas for serving liquor without valid permits, with a major inspection at a Banur venue.
Coimbatore Police Detain 11 Illegal Bangladeshi Nationals
Eleven Bangladeshi nationals were detained by police in Coimbatore for illegal stay and employment at a knitting unit in Manickampalayam. They have been sent to a refugee camp in Salem for deportation.
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