Punjab's Tree Protection Act 2025 Gets Finance Nod
Punjab's finance department approves 'The Punjab Protection of Trees Act, 2025'. New law mandates tree officer clearance for felling, requires planting two trees for each one cut. Read details.
Category : State Politics
Massive 120-acre venue prepped for Telangana Rising 2047 Summit
Telangana government deploys over 1000 workers for the Telangana Rising 2047 Global Summit at Bharat Future City. Read about the massive arrangements inspired by Davos.
Himachal CM Inaugurates Ban Ganga Ghat in Dharamshala
Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu inaugurated the newly constructed Ban Ganga Ghat in Dharamshala. The project aims to enhance facilities for pilgrims and boost religious tourism in the region.
MP Arora Meets Gadkari for Ludhiana's Infrastructure Projects
Rajya Sabha MP Sanjeev Arora met Union Minister Nitin Gadkari, pushing for key Ludhiana projects like the Ring Road and ROBs. Read about the crucial discussions for the city's development.
Karnataka Minister Directs Foresters to Stay in Conflict Villages
Karnataka Forest Minister Eshwar Khandre instructs officials to stay in villages, set up temporary camps, and use tech to address human-wildlife conflict. New command centres launched.
SC Grants Bail to Ex-Minister Mahesh Joshi in Money Laundering Case
Supreme Court grants bail to former Rajasthan minister Mahesh Joshi in a money laundering case linked to forged tender certificates. Know the conditions and case details.
Punjab BJP Alleges AAP Interference, Demands Poll Videography
Punjab BJP accuses AAP of influencing officials to block opposition nominations in local body polls. The party demands mandatory videography of the entire election process for transparency.
Maharashtra files cases against Rapido, Uber for illegal bike taxis
Maharashtra Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik directs action against app-based bike taxi firms like Rapido & Uber for illegal operations, citing passenger safety risks. Read the full story.
Maharashtra Crop Damage Memo Row: Centre vs State
Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan amends statement on receiving Maharashtra's crop damage memo. State seeks central aid for Rs 10,000 crore loss impacting 1.1 crore farmers. Details inside.
Gandhi Bazaar footpath encroachments cleared in Bengaluru
Bengaluru civic body removes encroachments from Gandhi Bazaar footpaths, establishes 120 designated vending zones. Commissioner Rajendra Cholan directs vendors to use only allotted areas.
Bill to Amend AP Reorganisation Act for Amaravati Capital
The Union government initiates a Bill to amend the 2014 Act, officially designating Amaravati as Andhra's capital. Get the latest updates on this crucial political development.
Yogi Directs BJP Workers for Intensive Electoral Roll Revision
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath instructs BJP workers to ensure a clean voter list via Special Intensive Revision. Assistance camps & door-to-door visits planned. Read more.
Yogi Adityanath Pays Tribute to Mahant Ramdas in Gorakhpur
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath paid homage to late Mahant Ramdas at Madariya Siddhpeeth, highlighting his lifelong dedication to Sanatan Dharma. He also visited Chachairam Math.
Minister Raps BMRCL for Airport Metro Line Delays
Revenue Minister Krishna Byre Gowda criticizes BMRCL for prolonged delays on the Bengaluru airport metro line, questioning slow pillar construction and demanding road clearance.
Violence Mars Indore Anti-Encroachment Drive on Kanadia Road
A routine anti-encroachment drive in Indore turned violent, leading to a clash between IMC staff and vendors. Over 60 illegal stalls were cleared. Read the full details of the incident and police action.
Reena Borasi Sethia Takes Charge as MP Mahila Congress Chief
Reena Borasi Sethia assumed office as MP Mahila Congress President after a landmark vehicle rally from Indore to Bhopal, joined by National President Alka Lamba. A tribute was paid to departed souls in Bhopal.
Shiksha Mitra Found Dead in Well, Family Cites Work Pressure
Body of Shiksha Mitra Shankar Lal Rajput recovered from a well in Mahoba. Family alleges suicide due to pressure from intensive electoral roll revision duties. Police investigation underway.
Yogi Adityanath Meets Taekwondo Kids in Gorakhpur
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath surprised children practising taekwondo in Gorakhpur, walking over to greet them and handing out chocolates. Read about this heartwarming interaction.
UP Crackdown: Rohingya, Bangladeshi Nationals Under Scanner
Uttar Pradesh police, under CM Yogi Adityanath's orders, launch a coordinated drive against illegal Rohingya and Bangladeshi nationals. Lists being prepared, detention centers planned. Read more.
Officer Accused of Assault During Fertilizer Distribution in MP
A Naib Tehsildar in Chhatarpur faces allegations of slapping a female student & manhandling a farmer during a chaotic fertilizer distribution. Villagers demand action. Read the full report.
UP Police SI Exam Dates Announced for 4,543 Posts
UPPRPB sets March 14-15, 2026 for UP Police SI recruitment exams. Apply for 4,543 civil police, 135 PAC, 60 SSF, and 106 women platoon commander posts. Check official website for details.
Gujarat CM Reviews Rs 11,360 Crore Development Projects
Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel reviews 27 high-impact projects worth Rs 11,360 crore, directing officials to ensure timely completion. Read more about the state's development push.
Local issues dominate Telangana gram panchayat polls
In Telangana's gram panchayat elections, voters prioritize roads, water, and school facilities over state welfare schemes. Candidates focus on door-to-door campaigns as major parties keep a low profile. Read more.
Alirajpur Bandh Over Alleged Harassment, Conversion Case
Jobat town in Alirajpur observed a complete shutdown demanding action in an alleged harassment and religious conversion case. Protesters seek demolition of accused houses. Details inside.
Mamata to Address Major Traders' Sammelan in Kolkata on Dec 17
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee will speak at the Byabasayi Sammelan 2025, a massive gathering of over 12,000 traders and MSMEs in Kolkata. The event aims to shape Bengal's business future.
2 Injured in Blast at Attukal Temple Toilet Block
Two workers injured in an explosion at Attukal Temple's toilet block in Thiruvananthapuram. Sparks from welding likely ignited septic gases, causing structural damage. Read the full investigation details.
Marathwada Civic Polls: High Voter Turnout Recorded
Khultabad and Loha civic bodies recorded the highest voter turnout of 82% in Marathwada local body elections. Beed saw the lowest at 59%. Counting postponed to Dec 21.
President's Office Steps into Goa Temple Land Dispute
The President's secretariat directs urgent action in the Xeldem temple land case. Allegations involve illegal mutation of 13,000 sqm of Shree Santeri Shantadurga Devasthan property. Read the full story.
Leopard attack in Kheda village injures 4, search on
Udhmatpura village in Gujarat's Kheda district remains on high alert after a leopard attack left four injured. Forest teams are searching for the elusive big cat. Read for safety updates.
Gujarat CM Orders Extensive Action Plan to Tackle Pollution
Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel instructs officials to prepare a detailed action plan to combat rising air and water pollution. The directive follows a state cabinet meeting and concerns over worsening AQI.
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