A devastating fire broke out at a sawmill in Davorlim, Salcete, early Friday, destroying wooden items and processing machines. Five fire tenders from multiple stations battled the intense blaze, suspected to be caused by an electrical short circuit.
A 56-year-old auto driver and former vice-president of Sampaje GP was killed in a hit-and-run accident near Sampaje on NH 275. The accused driver was arrested based on CCTV footage.
A 12-year-old boy was allegedly beaten to death by his stepfather, an e-rickshaw driver, in northeast Delhi. The man reportedly dumped the body near Shastri Park flyover and is currently on the run.
Goa's transport department announces AI-based traffic signals with cameras at 92 locations to detect violations like triple-seat riding and number plate offenses, alongside electric vehicle procurement and road safety education initiatives.
Bihar Deputy CM Vijay Kumar Sinha declares he's unafraid of death in his determined campaign against land mafia, promising transparency in land reforms and action against corrupt officials.
Gaya, a major pilgrimage city with nearly 7 lakh residents, lacks any traffic signals despite heavy tourist footfall, causing daily congestion and missed trains. A decade-old proposal remains stalled.
Indian Railways introduces contingency plan with special trains on crowded routes like Delhi-Patna, Mumbai-Patna to handle Holi festival passenger surge of 10-15 lakh travelers.
A 15-year-old boy died and another was seriously injured in an accidental explosion at the Bighi firing range near Deori Dumri village in Gaya district. The incident occurred when the boys entered the restricted area to collect metal scraps.
Congress has accused BJP of violating Section 163 of the BNSS by organising a procession in Panaji to welcome Nitin Nabin to Goa, amid prohibitory orders imposed for a Chimbel protest.
Two men, including an SSB jawan, died after their speeding motorcycle crashed into a parked police jeep in Araria district early Friday. The victims were returning from a wedding ceremony.
National Green Tribunal imposes Rs 50,000 penalty on Goa Coastal Zone Management Authority for repeated delays in filing replies in sand mining cases. Tribunal grants one week extension subject to payment.
Hundreds of schools in Bihar's Rohtas district lack playgrounds despite Supreme Court guidelines, severely impacting children's physical growth and sports prospects due to land shortage and government inaction.
A property dispute over just two inches of land turned deadly in Patna's Rasalpur village, resulting in the shooting deaths of a woman and her neighbor during a confrontation over pillar construction.
A 55-year-old man and his wife were found dead at their Delhi home in a suspected suicide case linked to financial distress from mounting loans, with police investigating.
MIDC police file FIR against Soni Pandey for negligent conduct after her dog allegedly attacked electrician Sanjay Panchal in Andheri East, causing serious injury.
In a shocking incident in Bihar's Vaishali district, Dalit villagers cremated a 91-year-old woman on a public road after being allegedly prevented from using the local cremation ground, sparking tensions and prompting an official inquiry.
A high-speed car crash at Ainthapali Bazaar Chowk in Sambalpur flung the vehicle's engine across the road. The driver escaped unhurt, with police investigating possible racing and alcohol influence.
A junior engineer and staff member of NBPDCL died after their car plunged into Vaishali canal in Muzaffarpur. The vehicle submerged overnight, with water pressure preventing escape. Police suspect overspeeding as cause.
In Vaishali district's Sondho-Vashudeo village, Dalit villagers cremated a 91-year-old woman on a public road after being allegedly prevented from using the local cremation ground, sparking outrage and an official inquiry.
New York Governor Kathy Hochul introduces legislation to limit local police cooperation with ICE, responding to federal immigration raids and violent incidents nationwide.
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, Rajya Sabha chairman C P Radhakrishnan and Union minister Kiren Rijiju will participate in Bihar assembly building foundation day celebrations on February 7 during budget session.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Venezuelan Acting President Delcy Rodriguez held a significant discussion on regional and global matters, agreeing to strengthen bilateral ties in trade, investment, and energy sectors.
Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi will present the state budget for 2026-27 on February 20, with outlay expected to exceed Rs 3.2 lakh crore. The budget prioritizes flagship schemes like Subhadra cash incentive and paddy bonus.
NCP (SP) MLA Rohit Pawar writes heartfelt tribute to his uncle, deputy CM Ajit Pawar, who died in a plane crash, highlighting his leadership and personal bond despite political rivalry.
Independent journalist Georgia Fort was detained by federal agents after covering an anti-ICE protest at Cities Church in St. Paul. The arrest has sparked concerns about First Amendment rights.
Bihar's SC/ST welfare department will now pay entire fees for students in institutions like IIT, NIT, AIIMS. Scholarship amounts increased for non-government courses and hostel expansion planned.
KPCC vice-president VS Ugrappa alleges BJP gained power via backdoor methods, not public mandate. He claims ideological clash between Gandhi and Godse, criticizes Modi's governance, loans, and MGNREGA renaming.
A 63-year-old woman, R Rajalakshmi, was fatally struck by a government bus near Chatram bus stand in Trichy on Friday afternoon. She died on the spot from head injuries, causing major traffic disruption.
Rajya Sabha MP Sunetra Pawar is set to become Maharashtra's deputy chief minister, succeeding her late husband Ajit Pawar. She will be sworn in on Saturday, making history as the first woman to hold this position in the state.
Mysuru City Corporation intensifies efforts to retain Super Swachh League position in Swachh Survekshan 2024, focusing on waste segregation and public engagement to achieve seven-star clean city status.