Over 2.09 crore voters in Maharashtra participate in elections for 12 zilla parishads and 125 panchayat samitis, with results due on February 9. The campaign was subdued after Ajit Pawar's death.
In a heart-wrenching ceremony, seven-year-old Adwai Madavi saluted his father Deepak, a C-60 commando killed fighting Naxals in Abujmarh. The family faces a devastating loss as he was the sole breadwinner.
The Nagpur Bench of Bombay High Court has directed the state government to clarify if a multi-level parking plaza can be built over a nullah near the Civil Lines district court to ease chronic congestion.
A heated debate erupted in the West Bengal assembly after BJP MLA Agnimitra Paul questioned madrassa outcomes. TMC ministers demanded apology, Speaker expunged remarks amid protests.
BJP MLA Agnimitra Paul's comments on madrasa funding and minority upliftment sparked protests from TMC MLAs, leading to heated exchanges and demands for apology in the Assembly.
Bihar Minister Ashok Choudhary cautions against misuse of the SC/ST Act after 70 Brahmins are booked in Darbhanga for an attack on SC community members, emphasizing the need to protect social harmony.
The National Green Tribunal's Bhopal bench has mandated the state's Water Resource Department to create a monitoring team to prevent illegal dumping in the Kerwa Dam's full tank level, safeguarding its storage capacity.
Maharashtra Police eliminated 7 PLGA guerrillas in a 72-hour operation in Abujmarh, marking a significant step toward ending the state's four-decade Maoist insurgency before the March 31 deadline.
A flagship Smart City project in Ludhiana to provide 24/7 water supply to 5,000 households has been abandoned after receiving 95% of funds. The incomplete work leaves open pits and missed deadlines.
Ravi Landge of BJP becomes the 27th mayor of Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation, ending nearly four years of administrative rule. The election saw no opposition, with BJP's clear majority shaping the new civic leadership.
Telangana's transport department has mandated that all driving schools must integrate with the Sarathi software for digital enrolment and certification, effective March 15.
Hyderabad businessman Saurabh Agarwal tells Supreme Court that Telangana CM A Revanth Reddy is indirect owner of KLSR Infratech, alleges judicial influence in insolvency case. SC adjourns matter to April 10.
Angry relatives and residents gathered at Jaripatka police station with the body of Chetan Sahare, demanding arrests after he died from stab wounds. Police assured action, calming the crowd.
A newly built bus shelter in Erode's Kosanam panchayat has ignited a political dispute. The shelter features former MLA K A Sengottaiyan's name with the 'MLA' prefix in TVK party flag colors, drawing protests from DMK and AIADMK.
Rajasthan Police's SOG has arrested two graduates who allegedly used forged FMGE certificates to obtain medical internships. The mastermind, a Kazakhstan MBBS graduate, was detained at Delhi airport after evading capture across multiple countries.
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.
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 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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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 reduces funding for agricultural research and key schemes, ignoring climate risks and farmer demands, as agriculture's share of expenditure declines sharply.
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.
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 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 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.
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.
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.