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The Government of Telangana has released ₹745 crore to clear pending payments to government employees. For seven months, it has been releasing at least Rs 700 crore monthly to settle dues like gratuity and provident fund. The Cabinet also approved accident insurance and a cashless health scheme for employees and pensioners.
Bhagwant Mann welcomed the Delhi court verdict clearing Arvind Kejriwal and Manish Sisodia in the liquor policy case, calling it politically driven and baseless. He said the ruling proved AAP’s honesty and thanked supporters. Sanjay Singh termed it a larger conspiracy, while Mann said the party was ready as the CBI moves to challenge the […]
Four people were killed and one critically injured after a trailer truck swerved into the wrong lane and hit their SUV near Sambalpuri village in Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh. The victims were returning from a wedding anniversary celebration. The injured survivor is undergoing treatment at CIMS hospital. Police arrested the trailer driver and registered a case.
Chokkanna Gowda, a longtime Canara Bank customer in Sakleshpur, Karnataka, faced harassment over an unpaid loan of Rs 9.34. He paid Rs 10, requesting 66 paise back, highlighting the bank’s strictness over tiny dues while ignoring large defaulters. Gowda shared his ordeal with the media, criticizing the bank’s selective enforcement.
Afghanistan’s Taliban-led defence ministry claimed its forces captured 19 Pakistani posts and two bases, killed 55 soldiers, and shot down an alleged F-16 jet as clashes intensified overnight. Islamabad declared an “open war.” Spokesperson Zabihullah Mujahid said operations targeted Pakistani posts along the Durand Line and Pakistan has not confirmed.
The Income Tax Department keeps a close watch on all major financial transactions. Banks report deposits, FDs, real estate purchases, and high credit card bills exceeding set limits. Without proper tracking of income and expenses, taxpayers risk IT notices. Staying cautious in finances and filing returns accurately is essential to avoid issues.
Arvind Kejriwal turned emotional after the Rouse Avenue Court discharged him in the Delhi excise policy case, breaking down during his 1st media address post-verdict. Manish Sisodia hugged and consoled him. Kejriwal thanked the judiciary, saying truth prevailed, called the case “bogus,” and alleged a political conspiracy by PM Modi and Amit Shah to weaken […]
Arvind Kejriwal, Manish Sisodia, and K. Kavitha have been cleared of all charges in the Delhi excise policy case. The court found insufficient evidence to proceed, bringing major relief to the leaders. The verdict marks a significant development in the high-profile investigation that had sparked intense political debate nationwide.
8 cheetahs from Botswana, six females and two males, will arrive at Madhya Pradesh’s Kuno National Park on Saturday under India’s cheetah revival program. Transported via IAF aircraft and helicopters, they will quarantine in prepared enclosures. This 3rd African batch raises India’s population to 46, aiming to restore the species extinct for nearly 70 years.
Patiala House Court granted bail to all JNU students detained during Thursday’s protest against VC Santishree D Pandit, with ₹25,000 bail bonds. Delhi Police said protestors turned violent, assaulting personnel and damaging barricades. JNUSU condemned police action and alleged denial of medical aid and demanded the Rohith Act’s implementation.
The Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Bureau (VACB) is probing alleged misappropriation of gold and funds linked to the 2017 Sabarimala temple flagpole installation. Film stars Mohanlal and Dileep, among 27 donors, recorded their statements with the VACB as part of the investigation into the donations made for the temple project.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney will begin a four-day India visit today to revive strained ties. He will attend business engagements in Mumbai before holding wide-ranging talks with PM Narendra Modi in New Delhi on Monday. Both leaders aim to normalise relations and advance a constructive, forward-looking strategic partnership between India and Canada.
A 4.7-magnitude earthquake struck Sankhuwasabha district in Nepal today. There were no immediate reports of casualties or damage. Residents felt the tremor, but preliminary assessments show the area remained largely unaffected. Authorities continue monitoring for aftershocks, assuring that life and property were not impacted by the quake.
Counting for the Jharkhand Municipal Council elections began, with all eyes on the BJP, expected to replicate its 2018 success. The party campaigned on urban initiatives, while the opposition focused on local grievances. Results from multiple districts will be declared today, providing a key indicator of public sentiment ahead of polls.
Holi 2026 dates vary across India due to a total lunar eclipse on March 3, triggering the ‘sutak’ period. Maharashtra (Mumbai, Pune), Gujarat, Rajasthan (Jaisalmer), and Karnataka (Mangalore) celebrate on March 3, while UP, Delhi, Rajasthan (Jaipur, Kota), Telangana, Tamil Nadu, and others observe it on March 4. The festival’s spirit remains unchanged.