Siddaramaiah takes to twitter to attack Modi and UP CM Yogi Adityanath

Stung by the attack launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath against him, Karnataka chief minister Siddaramaiah on Thursday took to Twitter to hit out at them.

PM Modi In Assam: While addressing a public gathering in Assam, Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated that during Congress’s rule, technology in the old factories had become outdated, and the government had paid little attention to it, which led to the shutdown of many units in Namrup.

The counting of votes has begun for the 2025 Washim and Trimbakeshwar Municipal Councils and Nagar Panchayat elections in Maharashtra. Candidates and their representatives are present as results start to unfold after polling concluded on Saturday.

Speaking at the Pune Book Festival, S Jaishankar also said that there is a need to use and popularise Indian terms, concepts, and context in the domain of strategic thinking. He also noted that Lord Hanuman was sent to Sri Lanka, actually, to get information.

Indian Railways New Ticket Price: Indian Railways aims to generate an additional Rs 600 crore in revenue.   

Kashmir experienced fresh snowfall in higher reaches and rain in plains as Chillai-Kalan, the harshest winter period, commenced after a dry spell. Authorities have finalized preparations for potential heavy snowfall, anticipating improved air quality and a boost to winter tourism despite possible hardships.

Security forces are conducting a major search operation in Udhampur, Jammu and Kashmir, after two terrorists allegedly took food from a villager's home before disappearing into a nearby forest. This joint operation follows a recent encounter in the same region where a policeman lost his life. The combing effort aims to track down the militants.

The ski resort of Gulmarg and the Sonamarg hill station also received the season’s first snowfall today. For the first time this winter season, Srinagar recorded a minimum temperature of 4 degrees Celsius, while Gulmarg and Pahalgam recorded minus 1.5 degrees and 2.8 degrees Celsius, respectively.

India's food regulator has strongly refuted claims linking eggs to cancer, assuring the public that eggs sold domestically are safe.The FSSAI clarified that nitrofuran use is banned, and trace detections below regulatory thresholds pose no health risk.Global standards are met, and no health authority connects normal egg consumption to increased cancer.

A Katra court has refused to initiate criminal proceedings against Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board officials following a deadly landslide, ruling the incident a natural calamity. The court stated that while administrative lapses may have occurred, they did not meet the threshold for criminal negligence or culpable homicide.

The temperature in Delhi on Saturday dipped to 16.9 degrees Celsius, which is 5.3 degrees below normal. IndiGo stated that reduced visibility in the early hours could affect flight operations, leading to delays or schedule changes.

Congress leader Salman Khurshid stated that alliance membership doesn't negate a constituent's political ideology, responding to J&K CM Omar Abdullah's distancing from the "vote chori" issue. Khurshid also highlighted the fight for Jammu and Kashmir's statehood and questioned the removal of Mahatma Gandhi's name from MGNREGA.

Jammu and Kashmir CM Omar Abdullah acknowledged the Centre's generous fund allocation but criticized the delay in restoring statehood. He rejected accusations of speaking differently in Delhi and Srinagar, asserting his consistent stance on both praise and shortcomings. Abdullah also criticized the new rural employment bill, highlighting the shifted burden to states and the renaming of the scheme.

With air quality slipping into the danger zone, Delhi rolls out round-the-clock border checks, issues thousands of fines and turns back polluting vehicles to enforce emergency pollution norms.

A Delhi court ordered Christian James Michel's release from custody in the AgustaWestland money laundering case, citing he has served the maximum period for the offense. While he will remain jailed due to a separate CBI case, the court acknowledged his entitlement to release in the ED matter. Michel has been in custody for nearly seven years.

An FIR has been lodged against two doctors and a hospital manager in Rae Bareli following the death of a 22-year-old man after kidney stone surgery. The family alleges both kidneys were operated on without consent, leading to a rapid deterioration of his condition. Despite assurances, the patient was later declared dead at a Lucknow hospital.

Maharashtra government formed a special investigation team to probe a Chandrapur kidney racket. Farmers were allegedly coerced by illegal moneylenders to sell kidneys for debt repayment, with one farmer forced into an illegal transplant in Cambodia. The probe also revealed another case of severe financial exploitation in Brahmapuri.

Nine years after a brutal gang rape and assault on NH-91, a special Pocso court convicted five men. The horrific 2016 incident, where a family was targeted by robbers, shocked the nation and prompted road safety reforms. Forensic evidence proved crucial in securing the convictions. Sentencing is scheduled for Monday.

A ward boy at LLRM Medical College in Meerut was fired after nearly administering spirit instead of water to a child's nebuliser.The inebriated employee's dangerous mistake was caught by colleagues, averting disaster.This follows another recent termination of outsourced staff for assaulting a patient.

The government is firm on its SIM-binding rule for messaging apps to combat cyber fraud and foreign intelligence misuse, despite industry pushback. While the continuous SIM-binding mandate remains, authorities may increase the auto-logout time for web sessions from six hours to 12-18 hours, but not exceeding 24 hours, to address user concerns about workflow disruption.

The Comptroller and Auditor General has identified nearly 3,000 annual signalling system failures within South Western Railway, highlighting irregular maintenance and repeated non-compliance. Despite declining accident rates, 'Signal Passing At Danger' incidents and potential track diversions remain serious concerns. The audit stresses the urgent need for more effective maintenance to ensure railway safety.

Himachal Pradesh High Court has demanded a comprehensive report from the chief secretary regarding Shimla's persistent traffic woes.Noting a prior action report, the court seeks an update on proposed solutions like ropeways and mass transit, emphasizing the Shimla Smart City Project's involvement. The next hearing is scheduled for March 19.

Prime Minister Modi took to X after leaving Kolkata, addressing CAA concerns for Matua and Namasudra communities, assuring them of dignity and rights. He also criticized Trinamool Congress over the Salt Lake Stadium incident and alleged infiltration from Bangladesh. Trinamool countered, calling his statements damage control and questioning his script.

Railways is losing out on significant non-fare revenue, with vast vacant land undeveloped and Rs 4,087 crore in dues from private siding owners unrecovered. Audits reveal weak monitoring and enforcement, with RLDA awarding only a fraction of entrusted land for development. Systemic issues and poor inter-agency coordination are hindering timely monetization and revenue realization.

Union environment minister Bhupender Yadav stated that 'ease of doing business' should not compromise environmental safeguards, emphasizing that development and protection are complementary. He urged the real estate sector to adopt sustainable practices like energy-efficient designs and green buildings, crucial for India's climate commitments and Net Zero targets.

A CAG audit revealed significant issues within the Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS), including inadequate hospital coverage, persistent manpower shortages, and delayed payments. These shortcomings have impacted healthcare access for retired defence personnel and their families. The report covered the period from 2018-19 to 2022-23.

PM Modi addressed a virtual rally in Bengal due to fog, focusing on reassuring Matua voters and countering criticism over his "Bankim da" remark. He praised cultural icons and linked the Citizenship Amendment Act to curbing infiltration, while also highlighting development projects and contrasting Bengal's governance with Bihar's.

The Bar Council of Uttar Pradesh has unanimously decided to suspend licenses of advocates listed as history-sheeters or gangsters. The council has initiated suo motu proceedings against 98 advocates, with 23 cases pending before the disciplinary committee. This decision was informed to the Allahabad HC during a hearing concerning an advocate facing multiple criminal charges.

The Supreme Court ruled that the government cannot deny passport renewal to an accused or convict if the court grants no-objection with prior permission for foreign travel. Justices Vikram Nath and A.G. Masih stated that judicial permission can override adverse police reports, upholding the constitutional right to travel.

The Supreme Court quashed bail granted by the Patna High Court to five accused involved in an armed assault and habitual offenders. Justices Vikram Nath and Sandeep Mehta emphasized that criminal antecedents and the gravity of offenses are vital factors in bail decisions.