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Karnataka Power Struggle Resurfaces: DK Shivakumar Calls MLA Meeting, Siddaramaiah Sends 27 Supporters on Foreign Tour

17Feb

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Karnataka, Politics, State

Karnataka Power Struggle Resurfaces: DK Shivakumar Calls MLA Meeting, Siddaramaiah Sends 27 Supporters on Foreign Tour

Bengaluru: Despite public claims of a “ceasefire” between Karnataka Congress heavyweights Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar, the internal tussle over the Chief Minister’s post appears far from over. The latest political move has once again fueled speculation of an ongoing power struggle within the ruling party. Ahead of a crucial legislative phase, DK Shivakumar, in his capacity as the Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) President, had called a meeting of Congress MLAs. However, in a move widely seen as politically strategic, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah reportedly allowed 27 of his loyal MLAs and MLCs to proceed on an overseas tour to Australia and New Zealand, scheduled for Tuesday. Foreign Trip Seen as a Political Message While the forei...

Bihar Matric Exam Begins Amid Chaos: Students Climb Walls, Girls Seen Hanging on Gates in Shocking Scenes

17Feb

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Bihar, State

Bihar Matric Exam Begins Amid Chaos: Students Climb Walls, Girls Seen Hanging on Gates in Shocking Scenes

Patna/Ara/Begusarai: The Bihar Board Matriculation Examination 2026 began on Tuesday, but the very first day witnessed massive chaos and dramatic scenes across several examination centres in Patna, Ara, and Begusarai. In shocking visuals, students were seen climbing boundary walls, jumping over gates, and pleading for entry, after arriving late at the centres. At many locations, the situation turned tense as candidates who missed the entry deadline created a ruckus outside the exam premises. Students Scale 10-Foot Wall at Patna’s Miller School In Patna, panic unfolded at Miller School examination centre, where several late-arriving students attempted to enter by scaling a nearly 10-foot-high boundary wall. However, despite their desperate efforts, police personnel deployed at the ...

Bomb Threat to Rajasthan High Court Triggers Panic in Jodhpur and Jaipur Benches

17Feb

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Rajasthan, State

Bomb Threat to Rajasthan High Court Triggers Panic in Jodhpur and Jaipur Benches

Jaipur/Jodhpur: Panic gripped Rajasthan on Tuesday morning after the Rajasthan High Court received a bomb threat via email, targeting both the Jodhpur and Jaipur benches. The alarming message claimed that explosives had been planted inside the court premises, prompting immediate action from security agencies. As soon as the threat was reported, heavy police deployment was rushed to both locations. In Jodhpur, DCP (West) Vineet Bansal personally arrived at the spot along with a large police force. The entire court premises were quickly declared a restricted zone, and all officials, advocates, litigants, and staff members were evacuated as a precautionary measure. Bomb Disposal and Dog Squad Launched Search Operation Taking no chances, the authorities deployed bomb disposal squads a...

Last Rites to Be Free in Delhi: MCD Approves No Charges for CNG and Electric Cremations

17Feb

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DELHI (national capital territory), State

Last Rites to Be Free in Delhi: MCD Approves No Charges for CNG and Electric Cremations

New Delhi: In a significant move aimed at reducing air pollution in the national capital, the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) has decided to make cremation through CNG and electric systems completely free at its cremation grounds. The decision was taken during the MCD House meeting on Monday and is being introduced as a pilot project for the next two years. The proposal was presented in the House and was passed through a voice vote, according to Leader of the House Pravesh Wahi. MCD Operates 39 Cremation and Burial Sites Currently, the MCD manages and oversees a total of 39 cremation grounds, graveyards, and Christian cemeteries across Delhi. Most of these facilities are operated by social organisations, Resident Welfare Associations (RWAs), self-help groups, and trusts. T...

Juvenile Gangs on the Rise in Delhi: Street Crime Becoming the First Step into Organised Crime

17Feb

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DELHI (national capital territory), State

Juvenile Gangs on the Rise in Delhi: Street Crime Becoming the First Step into Organised Crime

New Delhi: The increasing involvement of minors in criminal activities in the national capital has emerged as a serious cause of concern for law enforcement agencies. According to police officials and recent crime analysis, organised crime networks and gangsters are increasingly targeting juveniles, using them for drug supply, liquor delivery, gambling operations, extortion and, in some cases, even murder. The alarming trend suggests that street crime is no longer limited to petty theft and snatching, but is rapidly turning into a gateway for minors to enter large criminal syndicates. From Snatching to Gang Networks Police data reveals that many juveniles begin their criminal journey with minor offences such as theft, snatching, and street violence. Over time, they are absorbed in...

Thieves Attempt Theft Inside Delhi Police Station, Caught Red-Handed and Sent to Jail

17Feb

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DELHI (national capital territory), State

Thieves Attempt Theft Inside Delhi Police Station, Caught Red-Handed and Sent to Jail

New Delhi: In an incident that left even police officials astonished, two thieves who attempted to commit theft inside a police station in East Delhi ended up being arrested on the spot and sent directly to jail. The accused reportedly entered the Pandav Nagar Police Station and tried to steal equipment, assuming they could “test their luck” even in a highly secured area. However, their plan backfired when alert police personnel caught them red-handed. Incident Took Place on February 11 According to police sources, the incident occurred on February 11 at around 4:30 PM, when two young men entered the police station premises and began tampering with a Door Frame Metal Detector (DFMD) unit kept at the back of the station. A woman constable on duty noticed their suspicious activit...

Protest Outside APJ School in Delhi Over Withheld Admit Cards Ahead of CBSE Exams

17Feb

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DELHI (national capital territory), State

Protest Outside APJ School in Delhi Over Withheld Admit Cards Ahead of CBSE Exams

New Delhi: Just a day before the CBSE board examinations, tensions escalated outside APJ School in Saket, where several parents staged a protest after the school allegedly withheld admit cards of three students. The demonstration continued until late evening, as anxious parents demanded the immediate release of the admit cards, calling the situation “mental harassment” for students appearing in crucial board exams. According to parents, the school refused to issue admit cards for two Class 10 students and one Class 12 student, allegedly due to pending fee-related disputes. Parents accused the school management of pressuring them to pay what they described as “arbitrary fees” and using admit cards as leverage. Parents Call It Harassment of Students Parents said the incident caused ...

Fans Back in Use as Delhi Feels March-April Heat in February; Temperature Crosses 30°C

17Feb

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DELHI (national capital territory), State

Fans Back in Use as Delhi Feels March-April Heat in February; Temperature Crosses 30°C

New Delhi: Even before February ends, Delhi has begun witnessing an unusual rise in temperature, making residents feel early summer-like conditions similar to March and April. With the mercury climbing sharply, people across the city have started switching on fans, while many have already stopped wearing sweaters. On Monday, Delhi recorded its first day of the season when the maximum temperature crossed the 30°C mark, reaching 31.6°C, which was 7 degrees above normal, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). Earliest 30°C Temperature in the Last Five Years Weather experts noted that this was the earliest instance in the last five years when February temperatures crossed 30°C in Delhi. Earlier, the temperature had crossed 30°C on February 11, 2021, when it reached 30...

Speeding Dumper Crushes Bike Rider in Delhi’s Vasant Kunj, Driver Flees; Victim Dies

17Feb

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DELHI (national capital territory), State

Speeding Dumper Crushes Bike Rider in Delhi’s Vasant Kunj, Driver Flees; Victim Dies

New Delhi: In yet another tragic road accident in the national capital, a speeding dumper mixer crushed a bike rider in the Vasant Kunj area on Monday morning, killing him on the spot. After the incident, the driver abandoned the vehicle at the scene and fled, triggering panic and outrage among locals. The deceased has been identified as Rajeev (27), a resident of Mehrauli, police officials confirmed. Incident Reported Near Church Road According to the police, the incident took place near Church Road, in front of Bandar Farm, under the jurisdiction of Vasant Kunj South Police Station. The police received information through a PCR call at around 11:44 AM, stating that a bike rider had been hit by a heavy vehicle. When police personnel reached the spot, they found the motorcycle ...

Big Relief for Homebuyers in Delhi: DDA Extends Deadline for Premium Housing Scheme 2026

17Feb

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DELHI (national capital territory), State

Big Relief for Homebuyers in Delhi: DDA Extends Deadline for Premium Housing Scheme 2026

New Delhi: In a major relief for people planning to buy a home in the national capital, the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) has extended the application deadline for its Premium Housing Scheme 2026. Responding to growing public demand, the DDA has now allowed interested applicants to register for the scheme until February 20, 2026. The scheme offers a total of 582 flats across different locations in Delhi under multiple categories including HIG (High Income Group), MIG (Middle Income Group), LIG (Low Income Group), Janta Flats, EHS (Economically Weaker Housing Scheme), along with options for car and scooter garages. Scheme Based on E-Auction According to DDA officials, the allotment process under the Premium Housing Scheme 2026 will be conducted through an e-auction system, ensu...