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Budgam Police attach property worth Rs 50 lakh in NDPS case

Budgam Police on Sunday said they have attached an immovable property worth approximately Rs 50 lakh in the Humhama area of Budgam district in connection with an NDPS case.

2026-02-08T11:43:39.282713+00:00 IST

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta approves Rs 1,200 cr grant for DTC salaries

Of the total allocation released by the Finance Department, ₹1,100 crore has been earmarked for the payment of salaries, pensions, and other statutory dues of DTC employees and pensioners. The remaining ₹100 crore has been allocated to transport modernisation and the adoption of advanced technologies to ensure smoother traffic flow and promote sustainable mobility, according to a release.

2026-02-08T11:18:52.200279+00:00 IST

"This is the wonder of PM Modi's leadership": Delhi CM

In a ceremony marking the first anniversary of the BJP-led Delhi government, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta and BJP National President Nitin Nabin officially flagged off a massive fleet of 4,000 electric buses, making Delhi's EV fleet the largest in the country.

2026-02-08T11:02:23.816285+00:00 IST

Kerala minister reacts to claims MP didn’t return 2019 poll loan

This comes in the wake of allegations by N M Raju, proprietor of Nedumparambil Finance, who claims that Pathanamthitta MP Anto Antony failed to repay Rs 2 crore he borrowed from the firm seven years ago. NCS is a finance company based in Thiruvalla, Pathanamthitta district.

2026-02-08T10:33:26.597563+00:00 IST

Janakpuri pit death: Delhi Police nab man from Firozabad

Delhi Police on Sunday detained a man in connection with the death of a 25-year-old man after his motorcycle fell into a deep, uncovered pit allegedly dug by the Delhi Jal Board during road work in West Delhi's Janakpuri area.

2026-02-08T09:35:30.314415+00:00 IST

Farooq Abdullah expresses sorrow over Islamabad suicide bombing

Speaking to the reporters in Pampore, Abdullah said, "It is sad that bombs are being blasted in mosques now... I regret this incident... Blasts are happening everywhere."

2026-02-08T09:18:36.610000+00:00 IST

“Imagine how many Hindus are rotting in jails”: Vinod Bansal

Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) National Spokesperson, Vinod Bansal on Sunday expressed concern over the condition of Hindus "rotting" in Bangladeshi jails after Hindu leader, Ramesh Chandra Sen, a senior leader of the Bangladesh Awami League and former Minister of Water Resources, died while in custody at Dinajpur District Jail.

2026-02-08T09:07:01.623363+00:00 IST

Tamil Nadu Police arrest 35-year-old man for infant's death

A 35-year-old man was arrested by Tamil Nadu police after an infant died during an attempted home "natural" delivery involving his wife in Tirunelveli on Friday.

2026-02-08T09:03:51.203706+00:00 IST

Tamil Nadu Civil Services exams postponed

The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC) announced the cancellation of both the forenoon and afternoon sessions of the Combined Civil Services (Group-II and IIA Services) Main Examination on Sunday.

2026-02-08T08:59:45.954421+00:00 IST

Delhi: Over 4 injured after cylinder blast in Mongolpuri area

At least four people sustained burn injuries after a gas cylinder blast in a house in Delhi's Mongolpuri area, officials said on Sunday.

2026-02-08T08:58:59.054194+00:00 IST

Priyanka Chaturvedi calls India-US trade agreement “treacherous”

The framework for the trade agreement with the United States reduces tariffs on Indian goods in the US to 18 per cent, while Washington has claimed the deal will help it export more agricultural products to New Delhi.

2026-02-08T08:53:10.355178+00:00 IST

Andhra: Sri Sathya Sai Seva organises 'spirit of unity' 5K run

Speaking to ANI, the Vijayawada DCP Traffic said that such awareness programs would help youth understand the importance of a healthy, happy lifestyle.

2026-02-08T08:52:11.680652+00:00 IST

"Purpose of public transport will be undermined": Tejasvi Surya

BJP MP Tejasvi Surya on Sunday said the Karnataka government repeatedly asked the Fare Fixation Committee to increase metro fares.

2026-02-08T08:50:32.487584+00:00 IST

Our focus should be production by masses, not mass production”

Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh chief Mohan Bhagwat on Sunday said that India should adopt a production-by-masses approach instead of mass production to instil a quality-based competitive environment that will help increase demand for our products and create more employment opportunities.

2026-02-08T08:49:19.888956+00:00 IST

Delhi Crime Branch busts high-profile cyber fraud module

The Delhi Crime Branch on Sunday busted a high-profile cyber fraud module under the Cy-Hawk operation. The team has arrested three accused involved in an organised cyber-financial racket with international linkages.

2026-02-08T08:05:10.201703+00:00 IST

RSS chief urges people to "detect and report infiltrators"

Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh chief Mohan Bhagwat on Sunday, emphasising the inclusivity of the Sangh, said that anyone can become 'Sarsanghchalak' (RSS chief), including the SC and STs, as the decision is solely dependent on the work that any individual put for the organisation.

2026-02-08T07:59:58.487637+00:00 IST

Delhi CM flags off electric buses to mark BJP govt’s first year

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, along with Transport Minister Pankaj Kumar Singh, PWD Minister Parvesh Verma and BJP National President Nitin Nabin, flagged off electric buses and the Delhi-Panipat bus service on Sunday to mark the BJP government's first year in office.

2026-02-08T07:50:45.699085+00:00 IST

Congress’ Sukhdeo Bhagat on India-US interim trade agreement fram

Congress MP Sukhdeo Bhagat on Sunday criticised the government over the India-US interim trade agreement, calling it "highly imbalanced" and a "unilateral deal."

2026-02-08T07:28:00.505657+00:00 IST

Andhra: ASP Deeksha conducts surprise inspection of Nellore PS

ASP Deeksha said the inspection followed a crime review meeting and a drug awareness programme held in the district. She added that surveillance and transparency measures at the police station were in place.

2026-02-08T07:08:31.036332+00:00 IST

Ahmedabad Police Commissioner flags off round table car rally

A Round Table car rally for the visually impaired was organised in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, on Sunday. The event was flagged off by Ahmedabad Police Commissioner GS Malik.

2026-02-08T06:51:56.145008+00:00 IST

Bastar Pandum festival attracts large crowds, highlights traditio

The Bastar Pandum Festival, organised by the Chhattisgarh Government, has drawn large crowd to witness Bastar's traditional handicrafts, tribal arts, folk costumes and local products.

2026-02-08T06:48:45.688533+00:00 IST