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Gurugram: Man held for beating elderly man with rod over ‘speeding’ row
A 25-year-old man was arrested for killing a 67-year-old after beating him with an iron rod in Gurugram following a dispute over motorcycle speed. The victim died Saturday after being critically injured, and the suspect was tracked through CCTV footage.
Hearing on draft ward structure concludes
Pune Municipal Corporation held a two-day hearing on draft ward structure, receiving 5,922 objections. Only 828 citizens attended, raising concerns about ward boundaries. The government will review the report for upcoming civic polls, which will now have 41 wards.
Defence secy calls for balancing India’s soft power with hard power
Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh advocates balancing soft and hard power, emphasizing technological innovation, defence manufacturing, and private sector collaboration to strengthen India's global geopolitical standing amid changing international dynamics.
₹12k in state’s disaster kitty: Punjab govt’s claim deflated by CAG report
Punjab CM Mann disputes PM Modi's ₹12,000 crore disaster fund claim, revealing only ₹1,582 crore received. CAG report shows ₹9,041.74 crore in State Disaster Relief Fund, with ₹61.18 crore spent on relief measures, and funds lying uninvested.
Ghazipur: UPCC chief meets kin of BJP worker who died after police ‘lathicharge’
UPCC chief Ajay Rai met the family of BJP worker Sitaram Upadhyay, who died after alleged police lathicharge during a protest. Rai demanded ₹2 crore compensation and a government job, criticizing the BJP government's silence and lack of support.
Karnataka fixes cinema ticket price at ₹200, with small premium theatres exempted: Report
Karnataka government caps movie ticket prices at Rs 200, excluding taxes, for most theatres. Small premium cinemas with 75 seats or fewer are exempted. The move aims to make cinema more affordable for audiences across the state.
Calcutta high court raps Bengal govt on film industry impasse
The Calcutta high court criticized the West Bengal government over the film industry impasse, dismissing a petition by 13 directors against the Cine Technicians' Workers union. The court suggested resolving disputes through legal remedies, leaving the conflict unresolved.
Religious places desecrated by invaders should be restored: UP CM
Yogi Adityanath calls for restoring religious sites desecrated by foreign invaders, emphasizing respect for religious and national symbols. He highlights Sanatan Dharma's principles of gratitude, unity, and societal service during a memorial event in Ayodhya.
Two kids killed, woman injured in wild animal attacks in Bahraich
Two children killed and an elderly woman injured by wild animals in Bahraich. Attacks occurred in sugarcane fields, prompting forest department deployment of cages, drones, and cameras. Experts from Wildlife Institute of India called to investigate.
Will create a fund for farmers if voted to power: Akhilesh
Samajwadi Party leader Akhilesh Yadav promises to create a farmer-focused fund, establish government-supported markets, and build world-class infrastructure if elected in Uttar Pradesh, criticizing the current government's treatment of farmers.
Sonauli border: Tension eases slightly, essential goods’ supply to Nepal resumes
Essential goods and fuel supplies resumed at the Sonauli border after four days of disruption. Nearly 60 trucks, including oil tankers, entered Nepal under tight security. Around 90 stranded Indian truck drivers returned safely, bringing relief to both nations.
UPITS expanding its ambit every year since its debut in 2023: Govt
Uttar Pradesh International Trade Show (UPITS) has grown exponentially since 2023, attracting increasing exhibitors, visitors, and foreign buyers. The third edition in 2025 aims to host over 500,000 visitors, 2,500 exhibitors, and showcase the state's industrial potential globally.
Two teachers among 4 duped of over ₹59 lakh in Prayagraj
Cyber fraudsters duped four individuals, including two teachers, of ₹59 lakh through digital arrest, fake investment schemes, and medical consultation scams in Prayagraj. Police registered FIRs and are investigating the bank accounts involved.
iPhone theft in Bengaluru sparks online buzz, Redditors share surprising phone recovery tales
A Bengaluru iPhone theft sparked Reddit discussions about phone recovery. Users shared mixed experiences, with some successfully retrieving stolen devices through police reports and tracking, while others found law enforcement less helpful.
Father booked for murder of3-year-old girl in Pratapgarh
Father allegedly murdered his 3-year-old daughter in a pumping set room while intoxicated. Family accused him of killing her. Uncle filed complaint. Police registered murder case and are searching for the suspect who fled after the incident.
39 infiltrators pushed back to Bangladesh from Sribhumi: Assam CM
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma reports pushing back 39 Bangladeshi nationals from Sribhumi border sector. Over 30,000 illegal migrants have been expelled using the 1950 Immigrants Act, with efforts to intensify detection and deportation continuing.
