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When the insurance companies raised flags, the investigation by the police revealed that the accused had allegedly procured a snake and used it to stage the murder as an accidental death. Read further to know more about the sinister plot by the victim’s own sons… In a chilling case from Tamil Nadu’s Tiruvallur district, police have arrested…

In June this year, a massive explosion at Sigachi Industries Limited located near Pashamailaram in Sangareddy district of Telangana killed 54 workers who were on duty. The heart wrenching incident came as a big shock to the entire nation and called for an immediate lawful action against the company authorities for not following adequate safety measures. Nearly…

Tarun Chakma said that the police initially refused to register a report about the incident and only filed an FIR two to three days later. However, the Police said the victim’s side filed a complaint with the police on December 10, based on which, a case was registered and police started an investigation. Angel Chakma, a 24-year-old…

Anjel Chakma, a 24-year-old final-year MBA student from Tripura, died after being stabbed during a racist attack in Dehradun. The father of Anjel Chakma, a 24-year-old final year MBA student from Tripura, who died after being stabbed during a racist attack in Dehradun, has appealed to authorities to take preventive action so that no person from the…

Delhi AQI: The worsening air quality has raised health concerns especially for children, the elderly, and those with respiratory or heart conditions. Parts of Delhi and adjoining cities of Noida, Ghaziabad, Gurugram as well as Faridabad woke up to zero-visibility fog on Monday as the air quality in the morning stood at ‘severe’ category with a 400-plus…

Suraj Shivanna, 36, hanged himself from a ceiling fan two days after his wife, Ganvi, died by suicide in Bengaluru on Thursday A man travelled from Bengaluru to a hotel more than a thousand kilometres away in Maharashtra’s Nagpur, where he died by suicide on Saturday. His mother, who accompanied him on the journey, also attempted suicide…

A senior Dhaka Metropolitan Police officer had claimed that two prime suspects in the murder case had entered Meghalaya’s Garo Hills region “with the help of local associates”. The Border Security Force (BSF) in Meghalaya on Sunday rejected claims made by Bangladesh Police that the killers of Inquilab Moncho leader Sharif Osman Hadi had fled to India…

Several videos on social media showed people carrying the flower pots, some loading them onto two-wheelers, while others walking away with them on foot. Flower pots placed along roads for the inauguration of the Rashtriya Prerna Sthal by Prime Minister Narendra Modi were stolen in Lucknow hours after the event, officials said on Friday. Several videos on…

Australia’s immunisation advisory group warned that counterfeit Abhayrab rabies vaccines may have circulated in India since late 2023, potentially leaving recipients unprotected. Indian Immunologicals Limited refuted the claim, calling it an isolated packaging anomaly in one batch. Rabies remains nearly 100% fatal once symptoms appear, making timely vaccination and verification critical. Australia has issued a health advisory…

A video of Chandigarh’s annual Christmas Shobha Yatra has gone viral, showcasing a vibrant procession led by the Tricity Churches Association that blended devotion, music and local culture. Online viewers praised the event’s display of unity. Festive visuals from Chandigarh are making waves online after a video capturing the city’s annual Christmas Shobha Yatra began circulating widely…

Anjel and his younger brother Michael were stopped by a group of men who allegedly hurled racial slurs at them. Witnesses said the men referred to the brothers as “Chinese”. A 24-year-old MBA student from Tripura died after being stabbed during a racist attack in Dehradun. Anjel Chakma passed away in hospital on Friday after battling for…

According to police, the accused CEO had organised a party on his birthday last Saturday, in which the manager was also a guest. Days after a female manager of an IT firm in Udaipur was raped by the CEO and co-staffer, more details have emerged in the shocking incident that unfolded after a birthday party in the…

According to data from the Sameer app, developed by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), Delhi’s AQI stood at 391 as of 6:05 am on Sunday. Delhi recorded “very poor” air quality early Sunday morning as parts of the national capital woke up to dense fog and cold wave-like conditions. More than 150 flights have been delayed…

The administration of justice does not end with the pronouncement of judgments inside courtrooms. It extends to how the Bench and the Bar are perceived beyond them. The advent of social media has irrevocably altered the landscape of public and private life, presenting a unique and profound ethical dilemma for the legal fraternity in India. Judicial officers…

Officials said the deletions mainly stem from three reasons: deaths, people moving out of their registered addresses, and duplicate entries. Ahead of the Assam Assembly elections, the state’s electoral roll has seen a massive clean-up, with over 10.56 lakh voter names removed during a Special Revision exercise carried out by the Election Commission of India. The updated…

The hearing comes after the Centre ordered a complete ban on new mining leases across the Aravalli range from Delhi to Gujarat, and reiterated that existing mines must comply strictly with environmental safeguards and Supreme Court orders. The Supreme Court will hear the matter related to mining in the Aravalli Hills on Monday. A three-judge bench headed…

The demolition drive near Bengaluru’s Kogilu village has sparked internal dissent within the Congress party, with senior leaders urging caution and compassion. The issue has escalated into a political tussle involving protests, opposition criticism, and sharp remarks from leaders across states. A demolition drive on the outskirts of Bengaluru has opened cracks within the Congress, with senior…

The exchange unfolded on Thursday as Shastri arrived in Bhilai for his Hanuman Katha programme, where he addressed the media even before the event began. A fresh political-religious confrontation has erupted in Chhattisgarh after former Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel and spiritual preacher Dhirendra Shastri or Bageshwar Baba traded sharp remarks over superstition, faith, and the idea of…

An NRI’s reaction to visiting India ate 8 years abroad has sparked a discussion online. An NRI’s reaction to visiting India after 8 years abroad has sparked a discussion online after his comments praising the country’s “energy”, rapid growth and lower costs of living were shared on social media. Taking to X, Alok Jain, founder of WeekendInvesting,…

This comes a day after Union minister of state in the Ministry of External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh called for the swift return of liquor baron Vijay Mallya. India is “fully committed” that fugitives and people “wanted by law” in the country return here to face trial before the courts, said Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir…

In 2025, over 24,600 Indians were deported from 81 countries, with Saudi Arabia leading the figures at more than 11,000. The United States ranked second, deporting approximately 3,800 individuals, the highest in five years, attributed to increased scrutiny under President Trump. More than 24,600 Indians were deported from 81 countries in 2025, with Saudi Arabia accounting for…

Sources said that the terrorists are seeking temporary winter hideouts to survive the season, forcing them to move into uninhabited and difficult terrain. The Indian Army has intensified counter-terror operations in Kishtwar and Doda districts of Jammu and Kashmir, following multiple intelligence inputs, defence sources told CNN-News18. As per sources, around 30–35 Pakistani terrorists are believed to…

The meeting comes days after a video of Thapliyal Ji went viral. In the video he revealed that he earned Rs 763 after completing 28 deliveries over nearly 15 hours in a single day. A Blinkit delivery agent whose video on low daily earnings recently went viral, sparking public outrage, met Rajya Sabha MP Raghav Chadha. Chadha…

The Supreme Court has ruled that a driving licence becomes invalid immediately after expiry without renewal. The Supreme Court has clarified that a driving licence stops being valid immediately after its expiry if it is not renewed, bringing an end to any assumption of automatic extension under the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988. A bench of Justices Ahsanuddin…

In an interview with India Today TV’s consulting editor Rajdeep Sardesai, Congress MP Shashi Tharoor discussed Pakistan’s political and economic situation, China’s influence and regional security issues. Congress leader Shashi Tharoor on Friday warned that India cannot ignore Pakistan’s evolving military strategy, particularly its focus on hypersonic missile technology and asymmetric deterrence. In an exclusive interview with…

Passengers DH spoke to remained grateful for having booked a non-AC bus. Bengaluru: A winter vacation to Gokarna turned tragic even before it began, as a bus travelling to the beach town from Bengaluru went up in flames in Chitradurga on Thursday morning. The 32-seater non-AC Seabird Tourists bus departed from Majestic at 8:30 pm on Wednesday,…

The quake occurred at a depth of 10 kilometres, with its epicentre located at latitude 23.65° North and longitude 70.23° East. Kachchh (Gujarat) [India], December 26 (ANI): An earthquake measuring 4.4 on the Richter scale struck the Kachchh district of Gujarat early Friday morning at around 4:30 am, according to the National Centre for Seismology. The quake…

An IT company manager alleged that the firm’s CEO and a senior executive offered her a lift after a New Year party in Udaipur and raped her in a moving car. Udaipur Police has arrested three people, including the CEO and the executive head of a private company, along with her husband, for allegedly gang-raping a female…

All six men accused of lynching a West Bengal migrant worker in Odisha’s Sambalpur district have been arrested, police said, while asserting that the killing was not linked to the victim’s identity or nationality. Six men allegedly stopped a group of migrant workers from West Bengal in Odisha’s Sambalpur district, asked for a bidi and then demanded…

Shashi Tharoor pointed out that there was an attack on a carol singing group in Kerala’s Palakkad, adding that there’s a need to display “solidarity with our Christian brothers”. Spotlighting the reports of the alleged attack on Christians in the days leading up to Christmas, Congress MP Shashi Tharoor served a warning: “when traditions are attacked, it…

The protest, called by the Gig & Platform Service Workers Union (GIPSWU), highlighted long-standing demands for better pay, safety, and working conditions. A nationwide strike by gig workers employed with major e-commerce, food delivery, cab, and home service platforms led to significant service disruptions in Gurugram on Thursday, while Delhi and Noida reported minimal to no impact.…

Delhi’s air quality deteriorated sharply on December 26, with the AQI surging to a hazardous 566 just days after GRAP-4 curbs were lifted, amid chilly, misty weather and poor visibility affecting daily life and travel. Air pollution levels in Delhi deteriorated sharply on Friday, December 26 and moved dangerously close to the “hazardous” category as the overall…

Ongoing mining activities are to be regulated stringently, with additional restrictions, to ensure environmental protection and adherence to sustainable mining practices. Amid the ongoing controversy on the protection of the Aravalli hills, the Union Environment Ministry on Wednesday said directions have been issued to the States “for a complete ban on the grant of any new mining…

India’s Ambassador to the US, Vinay Mohan Kwatra, met with US Ambassador Sergio Gor at Mar-a-Lago amid Christmas festivities. India’s Ambassador to the US, Vinay Mohan Kwatra, met his American counterpart Sergio Gor at US President Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago residence in Florida. According to the envoy’s post on social media platform X, the discussion centred on the…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will convene a three-day meeting with chief secretaries in Delhi from December 26-28. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will hold a three-day meeting with chief secretaries in the national capital this week. According to a senior government official, PM Modi will chair the fifth national conference of chief secretaries in Delhi in a bid…

Nitin Gadkari recalled meeting a Hamas leader at the swearing-in ceremony of Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian in Tehran in July 2024. Union minister Nitin Gadkari on Tuesday recalled his meeting with the head of the political bureau of Hamas hours before his assassination in Iran back in 2024. During his address at a book launch recently, Gadkari…

Navi Mumbai International Airport: The drones moved in seamless coordination, creating striking aerial formations such as 3D lotus blooms On the eve of the commencement of operations at Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA), a spectacular drone show featuring 1,515 drones was organised to mark the airport’s operational launch. The drones moved in seamless coordination, creating striking aerial…

The Graded Response Action Plan’s (GRAP) sub-committee in a meeting today said air quality in the Delhi region has improved Delhi has removed GRAP-4 conditions on controlling air pollution a week after imposing it due to the worsening situation. The Graded Response Action Plan’s (GRAP) sub-committee in a meeting today said air quality in the Delhi region…

The notification stated that the Government of Assam received reports from the District Magistrates of Karbi Anglong and West Karbi Anglong on December 23 of a serious “law and order” situation in two districts Following a serious law and order situation that arose in Assam’s Karbi Anglong and West Karbi Anglong districts, the Assam government on Tuesday…

Lalit Modi on Monday appeared to take a swipe at India when he shared a video from Vijay Mallya’s birthday party, where he referred to himself and Mallya as the two “biggest fugitives”. “We are the two fugitives, the biggest fugitives of India,” Lalit Modi – the founding commissioner of popular cricket league, Indian Premier League –…

An Uttar Pradesh court has rejected the government’s request to withdraw charges against those accused in the 2015 lynching of Mohammad Akhlaq, ordering a day-to-day trial instead. An Uttar Pradesh court on Tuesday dismissed UP government’s plea seeking withdrawal of charges against all the accused in the 2015 lynching of Mohammad Akhlaq in Dadri and directed that…

Eighteen student-athletes from Odisha faced harrowing train travel, sitting near toilets due to unconfirmed tickets while returning from the 69th National School Games; the education department has ordered an inquiry. A batch of student-athletes returning from the 69th National School Games in Uttar Pradesh were forced to sit near the toilets on a train as their tickets…

Delhi’s air quality was ‘very poor’ on Wednesday, with AQI levels reaching 374 at ITO and 354 near India Gate amid thick smog. Delhi continued to experience hazardous air quality on Wednesday, as a dense layer of smog enveloped large parts of the city. According to data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), the Air Quality…

For the first time, the Army Day parade on January 15 will have a full road-based march-past like Republic Day, instead of the traditional cantonment or parade ground setting The Indian Army will celebrate its 78th Army Day on January 15 in Jaipur, marking the first time the ceremonial parade is being held in the Rajasthan capital.…

The medical body said it has received distressing messages from Indian students in Bangladesh, many of whom are living in unsafe and uncertain conditions. The All India Medical Students Association (AIMSA) on Monday appealed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for “immediate and urgent intervention” to ensure the safety and well-being of Indian medical students currently stranded in…

The protest platform Inquilab Mancho, led by Osman Hadi’s associates, has threatened the interim government with a mass movement if justice is not delivered. Bangladesh’s unrest has started spilling across borders, with the country suspending visa services for an indefinite period on Monday after a small group of protesters gathered near its high commission in New Delhi.…

Sheikh Hasina criticised the Yunus government for placing “extremists” in power, claiming it has led to increased violence and lawlessness. As Bangladesh plunges into unrest following the death of Inqilab Moncho leader Osman Hadi, triggering fresh protests across the country, former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has blamed the Muhammad Yunus-led interim government. Accusing it of empowering extremist…

The proposed road from Nilapani to Muling La Base will slash deployment and reinforcement time from days to hours and enable vehicular movement of troops even in extreme weather The Narendra Modi government is moving ahead with one of its most challenging border infrastructure projects yet—a 32-kilometre high-altitude road that will run from Nilapani to Muling La,…

Dense fog and low visibility affected flight operations at Delhi’s IGI Airport on Tuesday morning, prompting multiple advisories amid delays and potential disruptions. Flight operations at the Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA) were affected on Tuesday morning as dense fog and low visibility conditions prevailed across the national capital, prompting multiple passenger advisories from the airport authorities…

Speaking to reporters hours after his old residence at Dongkamokam was allegedly torched by protesters, Ronghang said he was on his way to meet the agitating groups for talks when he received news of the arson attack. The house, he said, was targeted after rumours spread that hunger-striking protesters had been arrested. Amid rising tension and violence…

While addressing an event in Germany, Rahul Gandhi alleged that the Enforcement Directorate (ED) and Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) were being used by the BJP to target political opponents while sparing those aligned with the ruling party. Congress MP Rahul Gandhi has launched an attack against the BJP, accusing it of “weaponising” the country’s institutional framework.…

The law enables private companies and joint ventures to build, own, operate and decommission nuclear power plants under a license from the government. President Droupadi Murmu has granted assent to the Sustainable Harnessing and Advancement of Nuclear Energy for Transforming India (SHANTI) Bill, passed by Parliament during the Winter Session. A government notification said that the President…

Starting December 26, Indian Railways will implement a slight increase in passenger fares as part of a fare rationalization strategy aimed at addressing rising operational and manpower costs. Train journeys in India are set to become marginally more expensive from December 26, after Indian Railways announced a revised passenger fare structure as part of a fare rationalisation…

CBI has arrested a Lieutenant Colonel and a private individual in a bribery case. The probe agency claimed accused Deepak Sharma was reportedly taking bribes from several private companies involved in manufacturing defence products for exports. For months the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) was working on source-based information which had tipped off that a Lieutenant Colonel…

Visuals from the Ghaziabad mall show the man applying sindoor (vermillion) to her forehead and later tying a mangalsutra around her neck. A mall in Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, turned into the scene of an unexpected spectacle when a young man dropped to one knee to propose to his girlfriend in front of the public. What truly caught…

MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal on Sunday said that no attempt was made to breach the fence of the Bangladesh High Commission in New Delhi In a clarification after protests outside the Bangladesh High Commission in New Delhi, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal on Sunday said the government has urged that perpetrators of Dipu Chandra…

A couple from Andhra Pradesh died after falling from a moving train in Yadadri Bhuvanagiri, Telangana, on December 18, 2025. A video allegedly shows them arguing before the fall, raising questions about the incident. The clip, reportedly recorded inside the train shortly before the incident, appears to show the couple engaged in a heated argument. Railway police…

Showing his concern over the prevailing situation in Bangladesh, Tharoor told newspersons in Patna that mob rule was prevailing in Bangladesh, adding that it was not good either for Bangladesh or India. He also questioned the country’s interim government on the steps being taken to ensure that such incidents do not recur. Senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor…

Across India, battery recycling faces a mixture of challenges and opportunity as it plays an important role in the country’s shift to clean power. A fledgling system has taken off in the past decade for recovering materials from the batteries used in electric vehicles, smartphones and other consumer electronics. The valuable minerals these companies recover — such…

Satadru Dutta, the main organiser of Lionel Messi’s event in Kolkata, has indicated that the arrival of an influential individual disrupted the program. Satadru Dutta, the arrested main organsier of Lionel Messi’s event in Kolkata, has told investigators that the entrance of “one particular influential person” in the stadium derailed the entire program, which eventually resulted in…

Responding to whether India needs more than one Jaishankar, S Jaishankar said the premise was flawed, stressing that nations are defined by leadership and vision, drawing a parallel with Lord Hanuman serving Ram. Does India need more than one Jaishankar? Responding to the question, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said the premise itself was flawed, drawing a…

At least 35 children were injured when a school bus returning from a picnic overturned after hitting a divider in Jammu. At least 35 children were injured in a road accident near Bishnah in Jammu on Saturday when a school bus they were travelling in overturned after hitting a divider. The incident occurred on the ring road…

PM Modi said the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls was aimed at safeguarding democracy by preventing infiltrators from entering the electoral process. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday launched a blistering attack on the Congress, accusing the party of undermining Assam and the Northeast during its decades in power and of protecting infiltrators at the…

The accident took place around 3:00 pm on Saturday while Fatehi was on her way to perform at the Sunburn Festival. Actor and dancer Nora Fatehi met with a car accident in Mumbai after a drunk driver rammed into the vehicle she was travelling in, an incident she later described as “very scary” and “traumatic,” saying the…

The Court transferred the case to Lucknow after noting the complainant’s claim that Gandhi’s supporters were not allowing the complainant to argue the case in Raebareli court. The Allahabad High Court recently transferred to Lucknow a complaint pending before a Raebareli court that seeks registration of a criminal case against Congress leader Rahul Gandhi over his alleged…

The clip captured countless dirty and crumpled food wrappers, empty drinking bottles and cans, as well as boxes of takeaway food crammed in almost every corner of the room. Some basic courtesies are non-negotiable. For example, before checking out of a hotel, it is your responsibility to ensure that the room is not a mess. Switching off…

PM Modi will inaugurate and lay the foundation stone of two National Highway projects worth around Rs 3,200 crores in West Bengal’s Nadia district. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit West Bengal on Saturday (December 20) to lay the foundation stone and inaugurate national highway projects at Ranaghat in Nadia district. He will also address a public…

Delhi Air Pollution: The Union environment ministry said that monthly review meetings would be held from January 2026 to assess action plans prepared by states. Delhi continued to reel under heavy pollution on Saturday, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) staying in the “very poor” category. According to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), the AQI stood…

Sharing his observations on Priyanka Gandhi, Kiren Rijiju said her presentation was balanced and more acceptable compared to other Opposition members, noting that she maintained control over her speech and did not create any problems through her remarks. Union Minister of Parliamentary Affairs Kiren Rijiju on Friday said he was upset with Opposition parties for creating chaos…

A collision between a Delhi-bound Rajdhani Express and a herd of elephants in Assam’s Nagaon district resulted in the deaths of at least seven elephants and the derailment of the train’s engine and five coaches. At least seven wild elephants were killed after a Delhi-bound Rajdhani Express collided with a herd crossing the railway tracks in Assam’s…

India’s exports to China rose nearly 90% year-on-year in November, reaching $2.2 billion, with an overall increase of 33% for the April-November period. India’s exports to China surged nearly 90% year-on-year in November, reaching $2.2 billion. For the April–November period, exports were up 33% at $12.2 billion. On the surface, the numbers look encouraging—but a new report…

The Court asked the Centre to ensure implementation of expert-recommended conservation measures, including undergrounding and rerouting power lines in key habitats across Rajasthan and Gujarat with 2 years. The Supreme Court on Friday issued a series of conservation measures for the protection of the Great Indian Bustard (GIB) and Lesser Florican, two critically endangered bird species facing…

No discussions were held under Rule 193 or Rule 184, which enable debates on urgent public issues, and none of the 76 notices submitted under Rule 184 were admitted. The Winter Session of Parliament concluded on Friday, December 19, recording a total sitting time of 92 hours and 25 minutes, even as repeated disruptions led to the…

The Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Bill was passed by the Rajya Sabha with a voice vote, hours after the Lok Sabha cleared it. The Parliament has passed the new VB-G RAM G Bill that will replace the 20-year-old MGNREGA on Thursday. The bill was passed as the Rajya Sabha continued till midnight…

The children were administered HIV-infected blood during transfusions at government facilities in Satna What began as routine, life-saving treatment for five children suffering from thalassemia has turned into one of the gravest public health failures Madhya Pradesh has witnessed in recent years. An NDTV investigation has established that these children were administered HIV-infected blood during transfusions at…

“We have seen such incidents earlier here as well. During my election, people may have forgotten that Mehbooba Mufti got a legitimate voter’s burqa removed inside a polling station. This is a continuation of the same mindset. That was unfortunate and equally shameful, and so is this incident,” Abdullah said on Wednesday. Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister…

Sourav Ganguly has lodged a complaint threatening a Rs 50 crore defamation suit against Uttam Saha, founder of the Argentina Football Fan Club. Former India cricket captain Sourav Ganguly has filed a complaint with Kolkata’s Cyber Crime Branch threatening a Rs 50 crore defamation lawsuit after the Kolkata event of football icon Lionel Messi ended in chaos.…

The Bombay High Court premises in the Fort area of South Mumbai were evacuated on Thursday after receiving an email warning of a bomb. Along with the High Court, several magistrate courts in Mumbai, specifically those at Bandra, Andheri and Esplanade (Killa Court), also received similar threats, prompting large-scale security checks, the police said. A senior official…

Belgium’s Court of Cassation has denied Mehul Choksi’s appeal against extradition to India, affirming a lower court’s conclusion that he would not face significant risks of injustice or torture. Belgium’s top court has rejected fugitive diamantaire Mehul Choksi’s appeal against India’s extradition request, endorsing a lower court’s finding that he faces no real risk of denial of…

The panel cautioned that India’s ability to carry out such targeted analysis is severely constrained by the absence of a comprehensive national cancer database A parliamentary panel has flagged a worrying rise in cancer cases in India’s northeast, warning that the country lacks basic data needed to understand why some regions are reporting significantly higher cancer incidence…

Delhi faces severe smog with AQI at 356. Anand Vihar tops at 415, followed by Vivek Vihar, Jahangirpuri, Rohini, ITO, Mundka, Ashok Vihar. A thick layer of toxic smog continued to blanket parts of the national capital on Thursday, with visuals from the Najafgarh area showing severely reduced visibility and a persistent haze hanging over roads and…

The Manipur Police in a statement this evening said a first information report (FIR) has been filed “in connection with the indiscriminate firing by Kuki armed groups at Torbung last night” Hundreds of people who had been living in relief camps in Manipur’s valley areas for over two years returned to their village near the foothills in…

“If one has come to take an appointment letter, why should she be scared of showing her face? Don’t you have to show your face when you go to vote?” Giriraj Singh said. Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, facing massive criticism after he was seen pulling down the hijab of a woman and exposing her face at…

The Indian prime minister called for a strategic relationship with Ethiopia Wednesday during his first visit to the country, one of Africa’s most populous. “The Global South is writing its own destiny, and India and Ethiopia share a vision for it,” Prime Minister Narendra Modi told parliamentarians during a special address. “Our vision is of a world…

The fourth T20I between India and South Africa was called off on Wednesday owing to poor visibility after a dense layer of smog engulfed the Ekana Stadium raising serious questions about BCCI’s scheduling of matches in northern part of India during peak winter month. The fourth T20I between India and South Africa was called off on Wednesday…

Football icon Lionel Messi was gifted an ultra-rare Richard Mille watch, valued at RS 10.91 crore, by Anant Ambani during his visit to Vantara. The limited-edition RM 003-V2 GMT Tourbillon Asia Edition is one of only 12 globally. Messi also participated in traditional Hindu rituals at the conservation centre. Lionel Messi’s recent visit to India turned heads…

While India marks December 16 as Vijay Diwas to commemorate the defeat of Pakistani forces in the 1971 Bangladesh Liberation War, Dhaka celebrates March 26 as its Independence Day. It precedes the defeat of Pakistani forces by 10 months. So, what’s the history and logic behind it? On December 16, every year, India celebrates Vijay Diwas to…

Vantara founder Anant Ambani hosted global football icon Lionel Messi at the wildlife rescue, rehabilitation and conservation centre, where the football legend’s time was marked by guided tours, traditional rituals and close interactions with wildlife. Global football icon Lionel Messi paid a special visit to Vantara, the wildlife rescue, rehabilitation and conservation centre founded by Anant Ambani,…

Jaishankar, who arrived in Israel on Tuesday on a two-day visit, made the remarks while addressing the press alongside Israeli counterpart Gideon Moshe Sa’ar here. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Tuesday condemned the terror attack during a Hanukkah celebration at Sydney’s Bondi Beach, saying that India and Israel both have a policy of “zero tolerance” against…

“This disease of pollution is given to us by the Aam Aadmi Party, and we are working to fix it,” said Manjinder Singh Sirsa Delhi Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa blamed the Aam Aadmi Party for the pollution in the city and declared it is “impossible for any elected government to reduce AQI in 9-10 months”. “This…