US Lifts Tariffs on India After Russian Oil Import Halt
The US removes 25% tariffs on Indian goods as India commits to stop importing Russian oil, marking a key step in bilateral trade negotiations and defense cooperation.
Category : Politics
Delhi Police Constable Held After Girlfriend's Suicide
A Delhi Police head constable was arrested after his girlfriend allegedly shot herself with his service pistol in Greater Noida West. The incident followed an argument triggered by a phone call from his wife.
Spain's Deputy PM Exits X, Calls It 'Place of Hate'
Spain's Deputy Prime Minister Yolanda Díaz has left Elon Musk's X, labeling it a hub for hate speech and asserting Europe's independence from tech and political figures like Musk and Trump.
Minors Sent to Home for Alleged Rape of 6-Year-Old in Budaun
Two minors, aged eight and 14, were sent to a child reformation home in Bareilly for allegedly gang-raping a six-year-old girl in Dataganj, Budaun. Police investigation suggests possible influence of pornographic content.
Maharashtra Local Body Polls 2026: Live Updates
Live coverage of Maharashtra's Zilla Parishad and Panchayat Samiti elections in districts like Raigad, Ratnagiri, Sindhudurg, Pune, Satara, Sangli, and Solapur. Get the latest updates on polling, voter turnout, and political dynamics shaping these crucial
Tirupati Laddu Row: Naidu vs Jagan Over Ghee Adulteration
Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu claims bathroom cleaning chemicals adulterated Tirupati temple ghee, while Jagan Mohan Reddy accuses him of dragging God into politics for communal gains.
1986: India Bans Butter Oil Imports, Upgrades Airports
On February 7, 1986, India banned butter oil imports to protect its dairy industry, initiated airport fog-fighting tech, and faced political walkouts and violence in Punjab.
Gandhi's Unity vs. Nehru's Power Ambitions in Partition
Ram Madhav's column argues that while Gandhi fought to prevent India's Partition, Nehru prioritized political power, citing historical letters and events like the 1946 Congress presidency election and Cabinet Mission Plan.
Budget 2026-27 Neglects Agriculture and Farmers
Budget 2026-27 reduces funding for agricultural research and key schemes, ignoring climate risks and farmer demands, as agriculture's share of expenditure declines sharply.
London Court Rejects Nirav Modi's Trial Delay Request
A London high court judge refused fugitive diamond merchant Nirav Modi's request to adjourn his $8 million trial against Bank of India, citing a pattern of delay tactics. Modi appeared via video link from prison.
MLA: Politics is the Ultimate Management Challenge
Sarojininagar MLA Rajeshwar Singh addressed IIM Lucknow students, comparing politics to corporate management. He highlighted crisis management, stakeholder engagement, and inclusive growth as key governance challenges.
Jabalpur: Man Electrocuted by Hunting Wire, Body Dumped in Dam
Jabalpur police solved the mysterious death of a 26-year-old man who was electrocuted by a live GI wire set for hunting, with six accused arrested for dumping his body in a dam.
Kolkata Police Arrest 20th Suspect in Kankulia Violence
Kolkata Police have made a 20th arrest in the Kankulia violence case, where two people were injured in shootings and bombings. The suspect, Sambhu Sikari, was apprehended from the Lake area.
Jabalpur SAF Rs 3 Crore Travel Allowance Scam Exposed
A major financial fraud involving Rs 3 crore in travel and daily allowances was uncovered in Jabalpur's SAF battalion, with fake bills and OTP manipulation used to siphon government funds for years.
Pune Municipal Census Starts May 1 with 10,000 Staff
The Pune Municipal Corporation will launch its census on May 1, deploying 10,000 personnel for home visits. Training sessions are scheduled for March and April, with digital options available for residents.
Obscene Acts at Saraswati Puja Lead to Police Case in Ludhiana
Police in Ludhiana have registered a case against four unidentified men for playing obscene songs and dancing provocatively before a sacred idol during a Saraswati Puja ceremony, an incident that sparked outrage after videos went viral on social media.
Class 8 Student Gangraped in Mauganj, Four Arrested
A class 8 student was gangraped by four men in Mauganj district while on her way to school exams. The accused administered an intoxicant, leaving her unconscious. All four have been arrested.
Nepali Cook Drugs Co-workers, Steals 20 Lakh Jewellery in Hyderabad
A 22-year-old Nepali cook allegedly drugged three colleagues and, with accomplices, stole diamond jewellery worth 20 lakh from his employer's Jubilee Hills home. Police have filed a case under BNS sections.
Truck Crash Kills Woman, Injures Family in Rewa
A tragic road accident in Rewa district claimed the life of a 38-year-old woman and left her husband and two daughters injured after a speeding truck hit their motorcycle near Majhigawan village.
Coimbatore Road Widening Delayed by HC Tree Felling Ban
The Madras High Court has ordered the Highways Department to stop cutting trees for the Vadavalli-Marudhamalai road widening in Coimbatore, delaying the project. An activist's petition highlighted threats to 235+ native trees and wildlife habitats.
Three Survivors Break Chains of Bonded Labour After 50 Years
On the 50th anniversary of India's Bonded Labour System (Abolition) Act, three survivors—Ranjita, Govind, and Lingamma—share their harrowing journeys from forced labor to freedom, highlighting the persistent struggle against this cruel system.
Father-Son Get 10 Years for Heroin Possession in Ludhiana
A special court in Ludhiana has sentenced a father and son to 10 years rigorous imprisonment for possessing 1.7 kg of heroin. The conviction highlights the judicial stance on drug trafficking and the validity of police testimony.
HC: Cancel Senior's Gift If Relative Fails to Provide Care
Chhattisgarh High Court rules that property gifts from elderly can be annulled if relatives neglect care, even without explicit maintenance clauses in the deed.
Bidhannagar Police Revamps Cybercrime Awareness Strategy
Bidhannagar City Police launches repeated outreach sessions in Salt Lake and New Town housing complexes to combat digital-arrest scams targeting elderly residents, following multiple high-value fraud cases.
Kolkata Cab Driver Arrested for Misbehaving with Passengers
A Kolkata app-cab driver was arrested after allegedly filming and misbehaving with two female passengers, leading to police intervention at a traffic guard.
UPSRTC Raises Pay for Rural Bus Staff by 14 Paise/Km
The Uttar Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation has increased the honorarium for contractual drivers and conductors operating rural buses under the Chief Minister's Janta Seva Yojana by 14 paise per kilometer, effective immediately.
HC Orders Cantonment Board to Pay Revised Scales with Arrears
Punjab and Haryana High Court directs Cantonment Board to grant revised pay scales to employees, citing arbitrary conduct and constitutional violations. Court orders arrears with interest.
Dhaka Erupts in Violent Anti-Yunus Protests Over Pay and Death
Violent protests erupted in Dhaka as government employees and political activists clashed with police, demanding pay scale implementation and a UN-led probe into a leader's death, targeting interim head Muhammad Yunus.
Jaipur Lecturer Suicide Protest Ends After Govt Accepts Demands
The sit-in protest by the family of suspended lecturer Manohar Lal Bhadu, who died by suicide in Jaipur, concluded after government assurances to meet key demands including a job and FIR against SOG officials.
Bihar MP Pappu Yadav Arrested in 1995 Forgery Case in Patna
Bihar MP Pappu Yadav was arrested in a 1995 forgery case following a dramatic late-night incident in Patna. The arrest has sparked political reactions and legal scrutiny.
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