Dharmasthala case: Karnataka court hands over masked man to 10-days' SIT custody

IANS | August 23, 2025 2:16 PM

Mangaluru (Karnataka), Aug 23 (IANS) The Karnataka court on Saturday handed over the unidentified complainant, referred to as the “masked man,” to 10 days' police custody of the Special Investigation Team (SIT) in connection with the Dharmasthala case. The SIT had sought his custody, citing the need for a comprehensive investigation and further enquiry into the matter.

Madhya Pradesh announces 60-day remission for 14,000 prisoners

IANS | August 23, 2025 1:46 PM

Bhopal, Aug 23 (IANS) In a humanitarian gesture coinciding with the celebration of “Shri Krishna Janmashtami,” which occurred on August 16, the Madhya Pradesh government has announced a 60-day remission for thousands of convicted prisoners across the state.

New Metro lines inaugurated in Kolkata, 9 lakh passengers to benefit

IANS | August 22, 2025 11:29 PM

Kolkata, Aug 22 (IANS) Friday was a historic day for the people of Kolkata as three new sections of Metro service were inaugurated by PM Modi in the city, which will provide great relief to lakhs of passengers. With this 14 km long extension, the Metro will now reach those areas also, where earlier it used to take 45 minutes to 1 hour to travel by road.

Chandrababu Naidu slams Oppn for fielding candidate in V-P election

IANS | August 22, 2025 9:44 PM

New Delhi, Aug 22 (IANS) Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister and Telugu Desam Party (TDP) President N. Chandrababu Naidu, on Friday, criticised the opposition parties for fielding a candidate for Vice-Presidential election, knowing well that his defeat is certain.