Punjab Police Arrests 3,526 in Operation Prahaar Gangster Raids
Punjab Police's Operation Prahaar, part of Gangstran Te Vaar, resulted in 3,526 arrests and recovery of weapons and drugs in a 72-hour statewide crackdown on gangster networks.
Category : Politics
Three Booked for Murder in Fazilka Over Old Enmity
Three persons booked after a man was killed with sharp-edged weapons in Muradwala village of Fazilka district over an old enmity. Police investigation reveals the incident stemmed from a year-old fight between laborers.
Dhinakaran: No AIADMK Capture, Focus on Jayalalithaa's Rule
AMMK chief TTV Dhinakaran clarifies he won't seize AIADMK despite past conflicts, emphasizing his goal to revive Jayalalithaa's principles through their alliance in Tamil Nadu's upcoming assembly election.
Youth Congress March Turns Violent in Thiruvananthapuram
Police used water cannons and tear gas to disperse Youth Congress protesters demanding minister V N Vasavan's resignation over the Sabarimala gold heist, resulting in injuries and arrests.
Kanpur Drainage Projects: Rs 400 Cr Investment Reviewed
Divisional Commissioner K Vijayendra Pandian reviewed Kanpur's urban drainage projects worth Rs 400 crore, directing timely completion to mitigate waterlogging in key areas including Naramau, Kalyanpur, and 26 municipal wards.
SFJ Vandalizes Indian Embassy in Zagreb
Members of Sikhs For Justice trespassed and vandalized the Indian embassy in Zagreb, attempting to replace the Tricolour with a Khalistan flag. India strongly condemned the act and raised the issue with Croatian authorities.
Nalgonda Police Registers FIR at Hospital in New Initiative
Nalgonda police have launched a citizen-centric initiative to help victims register complaints and file FIRs more easily, with personnel visiting a hospital to register an assault case.
Constable Jailed for Drunk Duty at PM Modi's Brother's House
An Ahmedabad court sentenced a police constable to one year in jail for reporting drunk for security duty at Prime Minister Narendra Modi's brother's residence in 2016, citing Gujarat's prohibition laws.
Goyal Demands Udhayanidhi Stalin's Removal from TN Cabinet
Union Minister Piyush Goyal has called for the removal of Tamil Nadu Deputy CM Udhayanidhi Stalin, accusing him of hate speech and dividing people. The demand came during a press interaction with AIADMK leader Edappadi K Palaniswami in Chennai.
Modi, Brazil's Lula Review Partnership, Discuss Global South
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva held a 45-minute phone conversation, reviewing progress in bilateral strategic partnership and discussing UNSC reforms, Gaza peace, and Global South cooperation.
SC Allows Simultaneous Prayers at Bhojshala Temple-Mosque
Supreme Court lifts stay on Bhojshala Saraswati Temple-Maula Mosque case, allows Hindu and Muslim communities to perform Basant Panchami and Friday prayers simultaneously in separate areas.
Kannur Woman Alleges Sexual Harassment on Bus
A Vadakara-based woman, arrested for suicide abetment in U Deepak's death, files complaint alleging sexual misconduct on a Payyannur private bus. Police investigating.
Centre Ready to Auction Naini Coal Block if Telangana Fails
Union Minister G Kishan Reddy said the Centre is prepared to conduct auctions for Naini coal block if Telangana government fails, while accusing Congress and BRS of corruption affecting Singareni workers.
Kerala Assembly Stalled Over Sabarimala Gold Theft Protest
Kerala Assembly proceedings were disrupted as UDF opposition demanded Devaswom Minister V N Vasavan's resignation over the Sabarimala gold theft case, leading to adjournment until Tuesday.
Bus Plunges 40m in Chamba, Passengers Escape
A private bus rolled 40 metres down a road in Chamba's Bhattiyat area, with about a dozen passengers suffering minor injuries. This marks the fourth bus accident in Himachal Pradesh this month.
AIADMK Walks Out Over Poultry Farmers' Issue in Assembly
AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami and party MLAs staged a walkout from the Tamil Nadu assembly after being denied permission to raise poultry farmers' welfare issues, alleging government bias toward corporates.
Paniya Tribal Women Visit Tamil Nadu Assembly
Five women from the Paniya tribe in Nilgiris visited the Tamil Nadu assembly, watching proceedings for an hour in traditional attire, brought by Gudalur MLA Pon Jayaseelan.
Dhinakaran: No AIADMK Capture, Only Jayalalithaa's Rule Restoration
AMMK chief TTV Dhinakaran clarifies he won't seize AIADMK despite past grievances, emphasizing his goal to revive Jayalalithaa's governance in Tamil Nadu through the NDA alliance.
TN Minister Invites EPS to Investment Conclave in Assembly
Tamil Nadu Industries Minister T R B Rajaa personally invited AIADMK leader Edappadi K Palaniswami to a Conversion Conclave on Feb 12, during a heated assembly debate on the state's investment performance and industrial growth.
Kanpur: Speeding Car Crashes, Driver Injured on Airport Road
A speeding car lost control and crashed into a field on Airport Road in Kanpur's Chakeri area, damaging roadside railings. The driver sustained minor injuries and was rescued by companions.
Kerala Police Report Details Social Media Defamation in Suicide Case
Kozhikode police submitted a remand report linking a woman's social media videos to Govindapuram native U Deepak's suicide. The report highlights mental distress from defamation and notes CCTV footage showed no harassment during the bus journey.
Life Term for Three in Kanpur Student Murder Case
Additional Sessions Judge in Kanpur awards life imprisonment to tutor Rachita Vats, her lover Prabhat Shukla, and associate Shiva Gupta for kidnapping and murdering 17-year-old Kushagra Kanodia. The court imposes a fine of Rs 1.10 lakh each.
16 Naxalites Killed in Jharkhand Encounter
In a significant anti-Naxal operation, security forces eliminated 16 Naxalites in a fierce encounter in Jharkhand's Kolhan region. The operation marks a major blow to left-wing extremism in the state.
HC Seeks Report on Compensatory Planting Near DLF Gurugram
The Punjab and Haryana High Court has directed authorities to submit a detailed report on compensatory afforestation measures for the DLF project in Gurugram, highlighting environmental concerns in Haryana's urban development.
HC Strikes Down Pension Cut from Haryana Lokayukta Emoluments
The Punjab and Haryana High Court has ruled against the Haryana government's decision to reduce the pension component from the Lokayukta's salary, upholding judicial independence.
Karnal FCI Rice Default: Rs 22 Crore Scam
In a major crackdown, Karnal police have booked rice mill owners and their guarantors for allegedly defaulting on Rs 22 crore worth of rice meant for the Food Corporation of India. The case highlights systemic issues in grain procurement.
SC Rejects US Verdicts in Sir Syed Ahmad Khan Election Case
The Supreme Court of India has ruled that US court judgments cannot be cited as precedents in the Sir Syed Ahmad Khan election case, emphasizing the primacy of Indian constitutional law.
Court Acquits Sajjan Kumar in 1984 Riots Case
A Delhi court acquitted former Congress MP Sajjan Kumar in a 1984 anti-Sikh riots case, citing insufficient evidence and unreliable witness testimonies, though he remains jailed for other convictions.
Fadnavis Alleges Paid Toolkit Against Davos Investment Claims
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis accuses political adversaries of circulating a paid toolkit on social media to discredit the state's massive investment commitments secured at Davos.
Maharashtra to Honour MISA Prisoners at National Events
Maharashtra government will honour individuals who served prison terms under MISA during the 1975-77 Emergency by inviting them as guests to official Republic Day, Maharashtra Day and Independence Day programmes across districts, talukas and villages.
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