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Centre amends J&K Reorganization Act, increases lieutenant governor's powers
The Indian Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has amended the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganization Act 2019 to effectively increase the powers of Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha.
Andhra Pradesh: Dancer chews off live hen's head during performance
The Andhra Pradesh Police has filed a case against a dancer after a stomach-churning video of him biting off a hen's head during a performance went viral online.
Odisha governor's son accused of beating up Raj Bhavan employee
Baikunthanath Pradhan, an assistant section officer at Odisha Raj Bhavan, has filed a complaint accusing Lalit Das, son of Governor Raghubar Das, of assaulting him.
FIR against IAS probationer Pooja Khedkar's parents for threatening farmer
The Pune Rural Police has lodged a First Information Report (FIR) against the parents of trainee Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer Pooja Khedkar, along with five others.
Assam: Removal of Mahatma Gandhi statue sparks protests; know why
Locals in the Doomdooma town of Assam's Tinsukia district have taken strong offense to the removal of a 5.5-foot-tall statue of Mahatma Gandhi.
Video: IAS probationer's mother tries to snatch land; waves gun
An old, unverified video of civil servant Pooja Khedkar's mother threatening a group of men with a gun has surfaced.
Video: 1,800 jobseekers compete for 10 positions in Gujarat
A chaotic scene ensued in Gujarat's Bharuch district after nearly 1,800 job seekers gathered for walk-in interviews held by a private firm offering just 10 positions.
Dalit teen beaten, force-fed urine from bottle; 3 arrested
Three men were arrested on Thursday in Shravasti district, Uttar Pradesh, for assaulting a 15-year-old Dalit boy.
Centre declares Emergency anniversary, June 25, as 'Samvidhaan Hatya Diwas'
The Bharatiya Janata Party-led central government has decided to observe June 25, the day the Emergency was declared in 1975, as "Samvidhaan Hatya Diwas," Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced Friday.
IAS probationer Pooja Khedkar's beacon-lit Audi has 21 pending challans
Probationary Indian Administrative Service officer Pooja Khedkar has received a notice from the Pune City Traffic Police for unauthorized use of a beacon and Maharashtra government sign on a privately owned luxury car.
Jagan Reddy, former IPS officers booked for attempt to murder
Former Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, YS Jagan Mohan Reddy, along with two senior IPS officials, have been booked on charges of attempt to murder, criminal conspiracy, and criminal intimidation.
Lightning strikes in Bihar result in 25 deaths, 39 injuries
Lightning strikes across several districts of Bihar within a 24-hour span have led to the death of 25 people and injuries to 39 others.
India's largest transshipment port, Vizhinjam, welcomes mothership: What this means
Defying naysayers' predictions that the Vizhinjam Port in Kerala would not be operational by 2025, the first container ship, "San Fernando," landed at the Vizhinjam International Seaport on Thursday at 7:00am.
After bail by SC, Delhi court extends Kejriwal's judicial custody
The Rouse Avenue Court in Delhi has extended the judicial custody of Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal until July 25 in a corruption case filed by the Central Bureau of Investigation.
Centre starts probe into row involving probationary IAS officer Khedkar
Trainee Indian Administrative Services officer Pooja Khedkar is facing further scrutiny as the Centre has launched a probe into allegations against her regarding misuse of power and claims made in her UPSC application.
Good news for former Agniveers as CISF, BSF announce reservation
In a bid to bolster its security forces, the Indian government has announced that 10% of constable roles in the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) and Border Security Force (BSF) will be set aside for former Agniveers.
AAP's reaction after Supreme Court grants Kejriwal interim bail
The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on Friday hailed the Supreme Court's decision to grant interim bail to Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal as a "victory of truth."
Anant-Radhika wedding: Check Mumbai routes to avoid amid traffic restrictions
In preparation for the wedding of Anant Ambani, son of Reliance Industries Chairman Mukesh Ambani, to Radhika Merchant at Mumbai's Jio World Convention Centre, traffic restrictions have been enforced.
Captain Singh's parents want 'NOK' rules' modification: What are they
A few days after their son, Captain Anshuman Singh, posthumously received India's Kirti Chakra—the second-highest peacetime gallantry award—his parents advocated for reforms in the Indian Army's "next of kin" (NOK) policy.
Mumbai: Heavy rainfall causes waterlogging, flight delays
Heavy rainfall on Friday morning caused significant disruptions in Mumbai and its suburbs, leading to waterlogged low-lying areas and affecting traffic flow.
Why Kejriwal will remain in jail despite interim bail
The Supreme Court on Friday granted interim bail to Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal after he challenged his arrest by the Enforcement Directorate in the money laundering case linked to the now-scrapped excise policy.
BMW hit-and-run accused drank beer while driving after whiskey binge
Mihir Shah (23)—the main accused in the BMW hit-and-run case—has admitted to consuming large amounts of alcohol before the incident early Sunday morning.
After funeral, daughter-in-law took everything, left: Captain Anshuman Singh's parents
The parents of the late Captain Anshuman Singh have alleged that their daughter-in-law, Smriti Singh, took their son's posthumously awarded Kirti Chakra and all his belongings and left, a day after his funeral.
Delhi CM Kejriwal granted interim bail in ED probe
The Supreme Court on Friday granted interim bail to Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal against his arrest by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in the excise policy case.
SpiceJet employee slaps cop at airport, airlines alleges sexual harassment
A SpiceJet employee was arrested on Thursday for allegedly slapping an on-duty Central Industrial Security Force officer at Jaipur airport following an argument over security screening.
Is Arvind Kejriwal's arrest by ED legal? SC verdict today
The Supreme Court is set to deliver its verdict on a petition filed by Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, challenging his arrest by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in a money laundering case connected to the now-scrapped excise policy.
Bengaluru woman alleges harassment by Ola driver over fare discrepancy
A woman in Bengaluru, Tanisha Mallya, has alleged that she was verbally abused and harassed by an Ola Auto driver over fare.
Delhi government raises pollution certificate rates for vehicles
The Delhi government has increased the fees for Pollution Under Control (PUC) certificates for the first time in 13 years.
CBI's big revelation on Godhra NEET case
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) as disclosed that several NEET-UG candidates from states including Odisha, Bihar, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, and Uttar Pradesh were allegedly instructed to select Gujarati as their examination language at a center in Godhra.
Zepto issues clarification after 100g coriander sold for ₹141
All hell broke loose on social media on Wednesday when netizens found out that coriander (dhaniya), which is almost always given free by vegetable vendors, was being sold for ₹141 for 100g on Zepto.
Missing Andhra girl, 8, gangraped and murdered by school seniors
Three minor boys, aged 12 and 13, have confessed to allegedly gangraping and murdering an eight-year-old girl from their same school in Nandyala district, Andhra Pradesh.
'So sorry..': IAS probationer Khedkar in first chat with media
Probationary Indian Administrative Service Officer Pooja Khedkar, who was recently transferred from Pune to Washim over alleged misuse of power, came face-to-face with the media for the first time on Thursday.
Why 10-year sentence for break-ups under new law worrying many
On July 1, the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) came into effect across the country.
Uttar Pradesh teacher suspended for playing Candy Crush while working
An assistant teacher at a government school in Sambhal district, Uttar Pradesh, has been suspended for playing Candy Crush on his phone during duty hours.
IAS probationer Khedkar owns immovable assets worth crores: Reports
Scandal-ridden Indian Administrative Service (IAS) on-probation officer Pooja Khedkar allegedly owns undeclared assets worth ₹17 crore, reports claimed.
Legal drinking age in India under spotlight after BMW hit-and-run
The main accused in the BMW hit-and-run case Mihir Shah (24) allegedly used a fake ID card showing his age as 27—above the legal drinking age of 25 in Maharashtra—to gain entry to a pub in Juhu, Mumbai, reports said on Thursday.
SC adjourns NEET-UG 2024 hearing till July 18
The Supreme Court on Thursday deferred the hearing of pleas linked to the paper leaks and irregularities in the NEET-UG 2024 until July 18.
'Untraceable' remains of Sheena Bora found: Prosecution tells court
The prosecution in the Sheena Bora murder case informed a trial court on Wednesday that parts of her purported skeleton—previously reported as "untraceable"—were found at the Central Bureau of Investigation office.
SC asks Patanjali on availability of banned products in shops
The Supreme Court has demanded proof from Patanjali Ayurved that it has halted the sale and promotion of 14 products banned by Uttarakhand's state licensing department in April.
Food safety violations found at Tollywood actor Sundeep's restaurant
The Commissioner of Food Safety's task force in Telangana has discovered multiple food safety violations at Vivaha Bhojanambu, a restaurant owned by Tollywood actor Sundeep Kishan.