Four trampled to death by elephant in Ramgarh
A violent elephant, injured by an arrow, kills four in Ramgarh, including a selfie-seeking guard. Forest teams deployed as villagers protest for safety and compensation. Details inside.
Category : State Politics
Kerala Govt Cancels KU Registrar's Deposition
Kerala government cancels deputation of suspended Kerala University registrar KS Anilkumar, allowing his return as college principal. The move follows a major controversy over a cancelled event featuring Governor Arlekar. Read the full story.
Independent wins Sangrur block poll, AAP finishes fourth
Independent Malwinder 'Mala' Singh wins Jhaneri zone election, defeating AAP whose candidate came fourth. The result is a setback for AAP's campaign narrative.
Farmers uproot 500+ smart meters in Punjab protest
Farmers in Punjab's Ferozepur and Fazilka districts protest against smart meters and Electricity Bill 2025, fearing privatisation and loss of subsidies. Read the full story.
Kolkata Event: Organisers Blamed in Official Reply
A show-cause reply submitted to the West Bengal government blames Kolkata event organisers for ignoring agreed plans and allowing excess entries. Read the full details on the official response and potential next steps.
HC Directs AP Govt to File Affidavit on Vizag IT Park Land Allotment
Andhra Pradesh High Court directs state govt to detail land allotment applications for Vizag IT park. Bench declines stay on Raheja Corp allotment. Read the full legal battle.
CM Naidu: No Rollback on PPP Model for Medical Colleges
Andhra Pradesh CM N Chandrababu Naidu defends PPP model for new medical colleges, says they will function as govt institutions. Over 70% patients to get NTR Vaidya Seva.
Kerala Cabinet: OBC List Expanded, IT Park Loan Guarantee
Kerala cabinet approves inclusion of new communities in OBC list, Rs 190 crore guarantee for Kozhikode IT park, and key administrative decisions. Read the full details here.
West Godavari's Sustainable Rural Model Empowers Farmers & Women
West Godavari district showcases a successful model of sustainable rural development. Driven by collector Chadalavada Nagarani, initiatives like SHG-run produce outlets and 'Choco Tales' are boosting incomes and protecting the environment. Read more.
Madurai LIC Building Fire: Deaths and Injuries Reported
A major fire broke out at the LIC building in Madurai on December 17, 2025, resulting in fatalities and injuries. Rescue operations are underway. Get the latest updates.
Leopard attacks woman in Satara's Patan tehsil
A 65-year-old woman was injured in a leopard attack in Satara's Bhalekarwadi village. The incident has sparked fear and calls for increased forest patrolling. Read more.
Farmers Urge TN Govt for Urgent Samba Paddy Policy Meeting
Tamil Nadu farmers demand immediate high-level talks to finalize the samba-thaladi paddy procurement policy before January harvests. They cite delays and seek MSP incentives matching other states.
Warring: AAP's 'Final Countdown' Begins After Zila Parishad Polls
Punjab Congress president Amrinder Singh Raja Warring alleges AAP manipulated zila parishad elections. He predicts party's exit within a year and vows Congress victory in 2027 Vidhan Sabha polls.
TN Panel Seeks Land for Cemeteries, Quotas for Minorities
Tamil Nadu minorities commission recommends land allocation for cemeteries in every district, internal quotas for Jains & Sikhs, and increased church/mosque renovation funds. Read the key proposals.
Rs 1 Lakh Aid for Haj Pilgrims from Vijayawada
Andhra Pradesh government offers Rs 1 lakh financial aid to Haj pilgrims using Vijayawada Embarkation Centre for 2026, easing travel burdens. Learn details.
2015 Sarbat Khalsa Leaders Reject Giani Gargaj's Edicts
Key figures behind the 2015 Sarbat Khalsa reject officiating Akal Takht Jathedar Giani Kuldip Singh Gargaj's decisions, alleging lack of Panthic support. They plan a grassroots campaign.
Uttarakhand's Strict Anti-Conversion Bill Returned by Governor
Uttarakhand's Freedom of Religion (Amendment) Bill 2025, proposing life term for forced conversions, was returned by Governor Gurmit Singh. The Dhami government must now reconsider or issue an ordinance.
Maharashtra Minister Kokate Stripped of Portfolio in Fraud Case
Maharashtra Governor strips Minister Manikrao Kokate of all portfolios following fraud case. Portfolios reassigned to Ajit Pawar. Details on the political fallout inside.
Siddhasiri Plant Denies Farmer Cheating Allegations
Directors of Siddhasiri Ethanol and Power Plant refute claims of sugarcane weight discrepancies, calling them politically motivated. Legal metrology department confirms weighing machine accuracy.
Congress Protests Renaming of MGNREGA in Mandya
Congress activists in Mandya protest the Centre's proposal to rename MGNREGA as 'G-RAM-G Act,' calling it an attack on Gandhi's legacy. State-wide agitation threatened.
Pilibhit Fuel Pump's Licence Suspended Over Lease Dispute
Pilibhit district administration suspends diesel licence & cancels NOC of Tiwari Filling Station after land lease expired. Action follows complaint by HC lawyer. Details inside.
Bengaluru Vendors Warn of Protest Over Pending ID Cards
Karnataka Street Vendors Association warns Greater Bengaluru Authority of protest over delayed ID cards, seeks permission for tarpaulin shelters. Read the full story.
Assam's first state-of-the-art fish market opens in Jorhat
Assam's first scientifically designed fish market inaugurated in Jorhat. The Rs 3.5 crore complex aims to modernize trade, ensure hygiene, and improve livelihoods. Read more about this urban development milestone.
Himanta Sarma Unveils Major Development Push in Dibrugarh
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma inaugurated a Rs 12.32 cr sports complex, launched road & infra projects, and gave seed money to 23,791 SHG women in Dibrugarh district. Read more.
Police Case Over Viral Sabarimala Parody Song
Kerala police register a case against creators of a viral Malayalam parody song on Sabarimala, used by the UDF in local polls. Details on the complaint and political fallout inside.
BJP MLA Kaluram Meghwal Injured in Truck-Car Crash
BJP MLA Kaluram Meghwal and two gunmen were injured after a truck rammed into their car in Rajasthan's Barmer district. Details on the accident and condition.
Akali Dal's Strong Showing in Punjab Rural Elections
Despite challenges, the Shiromani Akali Dal has made a significant impact in Punjab's panchayat polls, winning key seats and signaling a political resurgence. Read the full analysis.
Maharashtra Minister Kokate Loses Portfolios After Conviction
Maharashtra Minister Manikrao Kokate removed from all portfolios after court conviction. His responsibilities transferred to Deputy CM Ajit Pawar. Full details inside.
Elephant Task Force for Mangaluru approved, starts next week
Forest Minister Eshwar Khandre assures MLC Kishore Kumar Puttur that an Elephant Task Force will be operational in Dakshina Kannada from next week to tackle human-elephant conflict.
Karnataka: No Quick Fix for Rural Drinking Water Units
Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge admits in Assembly there is no immediate solution for defunct rural drinking water units. Learn about the challenges and government's plan.
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