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Good News for Delhi Vehicle Owners: Pending Traffic Fines of Last 10 Years to be Waived
DELHI (national capital territory)

Good News for Delhi Vehicle Owners: Pending Traffic Fines of Last 10 Years to be Waived

! New Delhi: In a major relief for Delhi’s vehicle owners, the government is preparing to waive off nearly 24.6 million pending traffic fines under a new Amnesty Scheme. The move aims to clear long-pending non-serious violations issued over the last ten years. The proposal has been sent by the Transport Department to the cabinet for approval. Cabinet to Discuss ProposalAccording to official sources, the proposal will be discussed in the upcoming cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta. If approved, approximately 60–70% of all pending fines, amounting to around 24.6 million cases, will be waived. Which Fines Are Included?The Amnesty Scheme targets compoundable fines—those that can be settled outside of court. Serious offenses such as drunk driving, unauthorized drivin...
Former West Bengal Minister Partha Chatterjee Granted Bail in School Recruitment Scam
West Bengal

Former West Bengal Minister Partha Chatterjee Granted Bail in School Recruitment Scam

Kolkata: Former West Bengal Education Minister and key accused in the West Bengal School Service Commission (WBSSC) recruitment scam, Partha Chatterjee, was granted bail on Tuesday. The Enforcement Directorate (ED) had arrested him on 23 July 2022 in connection with the case. Chatterjee had been hospitalized for several months due to kidney and heart-related ailments. Released After Bail Bond SubmissionThe Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader was later implicated by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in multiple irregularities related to the recruitment of teachers for Classes 9–10 and 11–12, as well as Group-C and D non-teaching staff under the 2016 WBSSC panel. Chatterjee, who had been admitted to a private hospital in Mukundpur, South-East Kolkata for the past 203 days, was release...
Mysterious Deaths of Over 12 Cows in Narsinghpur; Police Await Post-Mortem Report
Madhya Pradesh

Mysterious Deaths of Over 12 Cows in Narsinghpur; Police Await Post-Mortem Report

Narsinghpur: Panic has gripped the Niranjan Ward area of Narsinghpur after more than 12 cows were found dead under suspicious circumstances. Authorities suspect food poisoning, prompting the police to register a case against unidentified individuals. The exact cause of death will be confirmed after the post-mortem report, following which further action will be taken. The incident occurred near Damru Ghati and the 132 kV electricity substation in Niranjan Ward. Local resident Mamta Bai filed a complaint at Gadarwara Police Station. Acting on the complaint, the police have registered a case under Section 325 of the BNS against unknown persons. Post-Mortem Report to Determine Cause of DeathThe Animal Husbandry Department has been instructed to conduct post-mortems on all the deceased co...
MP Temple Shock: Obscene Acts, Dangerous Fireworks During ‘Reel’ Shooting, FIR Registered Against Youths
Madhya Pradesh

MP Temple Shock: Obscene Acts, Dangerous Fireworks During ‘Reel’ Shooting, FIR Registered Against Youths

Satna, Madhya Pradesh: In a disturbing incident at the historic Gaivinath Temple in Birsinghpur, Satna district, a group of youths crossed all limits while shooting a social media ‘reel’. The viral video shows the young men performing obscene gestures and igniting dangerous fireworks inside the sacred temple premises, sparking outrage among devotees. Acting promptly, the police have registered a case against three identified youths and launched an investigation. Obscenity in the Temple Late at NightAccording to reports, the video was likely recorded late at night during Diwali or Devutthani Ekadashi. The clip depicts local youths setting off loud firecrackers within the temple complex, a revered religious site for Hindus. Shockingly, in a bid to gain social media popularity, the individ...
Lucknow Prepares for Winter: 25 Permanent and 40 Temporary Shelters to Open, DM Emphasizes Animal Safety
Uttar Pradesh

Lucknow Prepares for Winter: 25 Permanent and 40 Temporary Shelters to Open, DM Emphasizes Animal Safety

Lucknow: With temperatures expected to drop in the coming days, District Magistrate Visakh Iyer reviewed winter preparedness measures for the city, focusing on night shelters, hospitals, and gaushalas (cow shelters). He emphasized that no citizen, especially the poor or needy, should have to spend nights in the cold, and directed officials to ensure all shelters are fully operational with essential facilities such as beds, blankets, clean water, toilets, and adequate lighting. During a key meeting held at the Collectorate Auditorium on Tuesday, DM Iyer instructed that all permanent and temporary shelters be repaired and readied for public use. Separate arrangements for men and women were also ordered. According to P.O. Duda, currently eight shelters are operational under the Duda initia...
Under-Construction Wall Collapses at Felix Hospital in Greater Noida; Seven Workers Trapped
Uttar Pradesh

Under-Construction Wall Collapses at Felix Hospital in Greater Noida; Seven Workers Trapped

Greater Noida: Panic erupted on Tuesday evening when an under-construction wall at Felix Hospital in Sector Gamma-1 suddenly collapsed, trapping seven laborers under the debris. All the workers were promptly rescued and admitted to a nearby hospital, with two reported to be in critical condition. No fatalities were reported. According to police, the incident occurred while basement work was underway at the hospital site. A JCB machine was being used to dig a water tank when the boundary wall unexpectedly gave way, burying the seven workers beneath the rubble. Immediate rescue operations were launched by local police and the fire brigade, who cleared the debris and ensured all workers were safely removed. The injured workers—Samresh, Lakhiram, Sanjay Mishra, Sewalal Manjhi, Sunil Bask...
Police in Ballia Remove High-Volume Loudspeakers from Mosques; FIRs Filed Against 17 Clerics
Uttar Pradesh

Police in Ballia Remove High-Volume Loudspeakers from Mosques; FIRs Filed Against 17 Clerics

Ballia: In a drive against noise pollution, Ballia police have taken action against the unauthorized use of loudspeakers in several mosques across the district. FIRs have been registered against 17 clerics and mosque custodians for violating Supreme Court and state government directives on noise control. Superintendent of Police Omveer Singh told the media on Tuesday that mosque authorities and clerics had been repeatedly warned. Despite these warnings, complaints continued to pour in about loud broadcasts. Consequently, legal action was initiated under Sections 223(A) and 293 of the Indian Penal Code, as well as Section 15(1) of the Environment Protection Act, 1986. According to police reports, an FIR was filed against Maulvi Mohammad Shahjahan of Gothhuli Mosque following a complai...
Female Constable’s Engagement Breaks Amid Alleged Harassment by Colleague; Seeks Police Intervention
Uttar Pradesh

Female Constable’s Engagement Breaks Amid Alleged Harassment by Colleague; Seeks Police Intervention

Gazipur: A female constable posted at the city police lines has filed a formal complaint against a male colleague, alleging harassment, intimidation, and interference in her personal life that led to the break-up of her engagement. The accused constable, stationed on jail security duty in Gazipur, reportedly obtained her phone number from the duty roster and began contacting her, initially under the pretext of routine discussion. According to the complainant, after discovering that she was engaged—with her wedding scheduled for March 2026—the male constable began issuing threats. When she refused to engage in conversation, he allegedly went to the extent of repeatedly banging on the gate of her quarters at night. The female constable claims that the colleague spread false rumors and plo...
Another Doctor Arrested in Delhi Blast Case; Tajammul Ahmed Malik Taken into Custody in Srinagar
jammu and kashmir

Another Doctor Arrested in Delhi Blast Case; Tajammul Ahmed Malik Taken into Custody in Srinagar

Srinagar: In a significant development in the Delhi Red Fort blast investigation, police have arrested Dr. Tajammul Ahmed Malik from Srinagar. Malik, a resident of Kulgam, is employed at SHMS Hospital. He was apprehended from Karan Singh Nagar and is now in police custody for questioning. Authorities are probing Malik’s possible links to the network behind the attack. Earlier on Tuesday, Jammu and Kashmir police had detained another doctor, Sajjad Ahmed Malla, from Pulwama. Malla is reported to be a close associate of the primary suspect, Dr. Mohammad Umar, who is considered a key conspirator in the case. Police officials confirmed that further interrogation of both suspects is underway to uncover additional connections and the full scope of the conspiracy. Investigators are also rev...
Military‑Grade Explosives Suspected in Delhi Blast; Forensics Probe Underway
crime, DELHI (national capital territory)

Military‑Grade Explosives Suspected in Delhi Blast; Forensics Probe Underway

New Delhi: Investigators are probing whether military‑grade explosives were used in the powerful car blast near the Red Fort on Monday evening. While forensic teams and the NSG explosives unit continue laboratory tests, the nature and composition of the explosive remain unconfirmed. Preliminary assessments, however, have raised concerns that high‑order military explosives or a sophisticated detonation system may have been involved. Forensics collecting key evidenceTeams collecting evidence at the scene have gathered around 42 samples — including fragments from the I‑20 car’s tyres, chassis, bonnet and the CGC cylinder — which are now undergoing detailed analysis in national laboratories. Officials say laboratory testing of residues and fragments will be decisive in identifying the exact...