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Amit Shah congratulated the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) global drug cartel bust in which eight people were arrested. The US and Australia acted on India’s leads in Operation Med Max involving crypto, drop-shipping and digital trafficking. Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday congratulated the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) for busting a sprawling international drug cartel, calling…

The Calcutta High Court on Tuesday ordered cricketer Mohammed Shami to pay an interim maintenance of ₹4 lakh per month to his estranged wife and minor daughter. Justice Dr Ajoy Kumar Mukherjee revised the trial court order which had directed Shami to pay ₹1,30,000 as maintenance to his wife and daughter. The High Court directed that ₹1,50,000…

Delegations from India and US have been negotiating a bilateral trade agreement between both nations amid the freeze on Donald Trump’s ‘Liberation Day’ tariffs. US President Donald Trump has hinted towards trade deal with India which will have “much less tariffs.” Speaking to reporters on Tuesday, the US president said that India and US “are going to…

Tamil Nadu Police arrested Abubacker Siddique, the state’s most wanted terrorist, from a remote hideout in Andhra Pradesh after nearly three decades on the run. In a major victory against long-standing terror networks, the Tamil Nadu Police’s Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) on Tuesday arrested Abubacker Siddique, the state’s most wanted terrorist, from a remote hideout in Andhra Pradesh…

Owners of hotels, dhabas, eateries on carts and stalls along the pilgrimage route will have to display a clean copy of their license or registration certificate at a prominent place in his establishment so that consumers can easily see it. The Uttarakhand government has made it mandatory for eateries on the Kanwar Yatra route in the state…

Manipur follows a process of issuing Aadhaar to adults that is considered the “most stringent” in the country, a senior official of the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) said at a meeting with Governor AK Bhalla in the state capital Imphal on Tuesday. For minors, the state makes it a must for parents or guardians to…

External affairs minister Jaishankar further said that victims and perpetrators of terrorism “must never be equated”. External affairs minister S Jaishankar, ahead of the Quad foreign ministerial meeting in Washington DC, said that the world must display zero tolerance toward terrorism. Jaishankar’s remarks in the US come against the backdrop of India’s recently concluded global outreach programme…

On April 22, terrorists opened fire and killed 26 people, mostly tourists, at the Baisaran meadow in Pahalgam town of Jammu and Kashmir. Foreign ministers of the Quad grouping – US, India, Japan and Australia – on Wednesday condemned the April 22 terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pahalgam that killed 26 civilians. In a joint statement,…

A young couple from Pakistan, aged 17 and 15, tragically died in the Tanot area of the Thar Desert while attempting to cross into India for a new life. A minor couple from Pakistan, who embarked on a journey crossing the border that goes through the Thar Desert on foot, were found dead in the Tanot area.…

The incident unfolded around 80 nautical miles east of Fujairah, UAE, when the tanker issued a Mayday distress call following a massive fire outbreak in its engine room. The alert was picked up by INS Tabar, which was already in the region on a mission-based deployment. In a dramatic high-seas operation, the Indian Navy on June 29…

India has launched e-passports equipped with microchips to store biometric data, promising faster immigration and enhanced security for travellers. Citizens can now apply online through the Passport Seva portal as part of the Passport Seva Programme 2.0.  Say goodbye to long queues and paperwork, India is stepping into the future of travel with the launch of e-passports.…

Anil Ambani-led Reliance Defence has entered a joint venture with US defence contractor Coastal Mechanics to offer advanced maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services for over 200 Indian military aircraft and helicopters, marking a significant push under ‘Make in India’ and ‘Aatmanirbhar Bharat’ initiatives. In a strategic boost to India’s defence infrastructure, Reliance Defence, part of Anil…

Following the successful busting of the Rs 943 crore worth of illegal dabba trading and online betting racket operating from Surat, the Special Operation Group (SOG) of Surat city police has taken the case to a national level by presenting key evidence before the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI). Following the successful busting of the…

The Gujarat High Court on Monday initiated suo motu contempt of court proceedings against Senior Advocate Bhaskar Tanna for allegedly drinking beer during a virtual hearing. A Bench of Justices AS Supehia and RT Vachhani termed Tanna’s conduct as outrageous and barred him from appearing before them through virtual mode. The Court said that the order will…

High-end diesel and petrol cars registered under an individual’s name, with prices around Rs 1.33 crore and Rs 1.54 crore, respectively, will now attract over Rs 20 lakh in one-time tax, RTO officials said. High-end cars, CNG/LNG vehicles and goods carriers will become more expensive from July 1 due to the revised one-time tax structure of the…

The deceased, identified as Yash Sharma, a resident of Rani Garden, was attacked on the night of June 27 following a scuffle with the accused over a minor accident involving a scooter. Two men and a juvenile were apprehended for stabbing a 19-year-old man in east Delhi’s Geeta Colony following a road rage incident, police on Monday…

DCP (Yamunapar) Vivek Chandra Yadav said on Monday that strict action would be taken against the accused under the National Security Act (NSA) and the Gangster Act. Police have arrested 67 individuals and apprehended eight juveniles in connection with vandalism and stone-pelting incident at Bhadeora Bazaar on Sunday after the cops had stopped Nagina MP and Azad…

The untimely death of Shefali Jariwala on June 27 has left the entertainment world in disbelief. Best remembered as the ‘Kaanta Laga’ girl, the 42-year-old reportedly suffered a cardiac arrest late in the evening and was rushed to Bellevue Multispecialty Hospital in Andheri by her husband, actor Parag Tyagi. She was declared dead on arrival. As police…

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is developing a modified version of the Agni-5 intercontinental ballistic missile. The new variant will be a conventional weapon capable of carrying a massive 7500-kilogram bunker-buster warhead. In the wake of the US deploying GBU-57/A Massive Ordnance Penetrators against Iran’s Fordow nuclear facility on June 22, India is accelerating its…

The Defence Ministry is set to clear military proposals worth over Rs 1 lakh crore, including QRSAM regiments, spy planes, sea mines, and upgrades for Su-30MKI jets, in its first acquisition meeting post-Operation Sindoor. The Ministry of Defence is set to approve military proposals worth over Rs 1 lakh crore in a key meeting scheduled this week.…

An explosion and fire at a pharmaceutical factory in India’s southern state of Telangana killed at least 12 people and injured several others, authorities said Monday. The fire department recovered the charred bodies of 10 workers in an industrial area about 50 kilometers (31 miles) from the state capital Hyderabad (31 miles), the state’s fire services director…

From Tuesday, changes in LPG cylinder prices are expected, particularly affecting the household budgets of middle-class families. While commercial LPG prices were reduced in June, domestic 14 kg cylinder rates have remained unchanged for a long time. Oil companies may also revise aviation turbine fuel (ATF) prices, which could impact air travel costs. Effective 1 July 2025,…

Describing IVRI as a pioneering institution with 135 years of scientific legacy, the President applauded its achievements in animal health and vaccine development. She stressed that institutions like IVRI must take a lead role in biodiversity conservation, rural health, and innovation in veterinary science. President Droupadi Murmu, addressing the 11th convocation of the Indian Veterinary Research Institute…

A first-year law student was gangraped by an alumnus and two of her seniors last week, leading to the arrests of four people. The South Calcutta Law College, which was marred by the controversy following the gangrape of a first-year student on campus, was shut indefinitely on Monday, officials said. The classes for all students have been…

Amit Shah chaired a ‘Manthan Baithak’ with cooperative ministers for the International Year of Cooperatives 2025, highlighting its role in aiding India’s poor, farmers, and women. Union Home and Cooperation Affairs Minister Amit Shah on Monday chaired a ‘Manthan Baithak’ with cooperative ministers from all States and Union Territories to commemorate the International Year of Cooperatives 2025.…

Rithanya also accused her in-laws of mental torture and alleged she was physically assaulted by her husband Kavin “I can’t live with him,” said Rithanya, a 27-year-old woman from Tamil Nadu, in one of seven voice notes that she had sent to her father before death by suicide. The woman ended her life by consuming poison on…

Ratnakar Sahoo, additional commissioner of the BMC, was targeted during public hearing after a group of people entered his chamber and assaulted him. A group of people allegedly assaulted a senior official of the Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) on Monday during a grievance hearing. As per reports, Odisha police have arrested at least three people involved in…

“Commission of such offences is becoming a routine affair in this country because the courts are liberal and tolerant towards such acts of people with an anti national bent of mind,” says court PRAYAGRAJ The Allahabad high court recently denied bail to a 62-year-old man accused of sharing a facebook post that stated “Pakistan zindabad”. The court…

The uneven placement of the trees have created obstacles for drivers, who now must follow the zig-zag path to avoid them. A Rs 100 crore road-widening project in Bihar’s Jehanabad district, about 50 km from Patna, is gaining attention—not for its development work, but because several large trees remain standing right in the middle of the newly…

The India-Pakistan trade relations soured after the Pulwama terror attack, following which India raised the import duty to 200 per cent on all goods imported from Pakistan. Islamabad: India’s ban on ships carrying Pakistani goods from anchoring at its ports has increased freight charges and transit time, according to a media report. Following the Pahalgam terror attack,…

Two labourers were killed and seven are missing after a landslide near Silai Bend on Yamunotri Highway due to heavy rain; rescue efforts are ongoing. Two labourers were killed, and seven others feared dead after a landslide, triggered by a cloudburst, struck their campsite near Silai Bend on the Yamunotri National Highway in Uttarkashi in the early…

The DMK cited the research findings by a university in England on Keeladi archaeological site and urged the BJP-led Union government to release the Keeladi research report   The Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) on Sunday cited the research findings by a university in England on Keeladi archaeological site and urged the BJP-led Union government to release the…

India’s defence attache to Indonesia made the comments at a June 10 event in response to claims that IAF had lost 5 fighter jets during Operation Sindoor India lost some fighter jets on the opening day of the recent military confrontation with Pakistan due to initial restrictions imposed by the government on striking Pakistani military establishments and…

The accused, identified as Balaji Rathod, was arrested following the incident on the charge of murder, an official said. A man addicted to alcohol allegedly strangled his four-year-old daughter to death on Sunday after she demanded money to buy chocolate in Latur district of Maharashtra, police said. The accused, identified as Balaji Rathod, was arrested following the…

With several crucial Rath Yatra events approaching, the CM has reassigned experienced IAS and IPS officers to ensure tighter coordination and public safety. Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Sunday ordered a major administrative shake-up following the stampede near Shree Gundicha Temple in Puri which claimed three lives and left around 50 people injured. With several…

Indian Railways is overhauling its Passenger Reservation System to enhance convenience, including earlier chart preparation, increased booking capacity, and user verification for Tatkal tickets. The Indian Railways is revamping its Passenger Reservation System (PRS) in a bid to make the ticket booking process convenient. Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw recently reviewed the progress of these reforms and emphasised…

The US has reportedly been pushing hard for tariff concessions and opening up the Indian markets for dairy and agricultural items like genetically modified crops, apples and nuts. New Delhi: Bilateral trade agreement between India and the US seems unlikely to be signed by the July 8 deadline, which marks the end of President Donald Trump’s 90-day…

Around 3,000 fishermen had ventured out to sea in 370 boats from Rameswaram. While returning, several of them claimed they were surrounded by Sri Lankan Navy patrol boats near the North Mannar region. Eight Indian fishermen from Rameswaram were arrested by the Sri Lankan Navy for crossing the international maritime boundary on Sunday. One mechanised boat was…

Teams of the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), and police have left for the under-construction site. Around nine workers of Nepali origin have gone missing in Uttarakhand’s Uttarkashi district after a cloudburst damaged an under-construction hotel site in the area. Around 28 workers were engaged in road construction work at the site…

The traffic jam, which began on Thursday evening, continued till late on Friday night with over 4000 vehicles stuck on the stretch. At least three people were killed in 30 hours as a massive traffic snarl on the Indore-Dewas highway stretched on for nearly eight kilometres between Thursday and Friday, with the Indore administration springing into action…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his best wishes to Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla and inquired about his well-being in space. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, who is aboard the International Space Station as part of the Axiom-4 (Ax-4) mission, engaged in a deep conversation via video conferencing, covering a range of topics. Shubhanshu…

At least 16 Pakistani soldiers were killed after a suicide bomber rammed an explosive-laden vehicle into a military convoy on Thursday. The Ministry of External Affairs on Sunday rejected Pakistan Army’s accusations over India’s involvement in a suicide attack in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on Saturday. “We have seen an official statement by the Pakistan Army seeking to blame…

Rath Yatra Stampede: A heavy rush near the entry gate of Gundicha Temple during Rath Yatra in Puri, Odisha, led to the death of three persons. At least three people died in a stampede near Sri Gundicha Temple in Puri, Odisha, during Lord Jagannath Rath Yatra. Aroumnd 50 others were injured in the incident that took place…

The flight landed “safely” back in Mumbai, and an aircraft change was initiated, Air India said without giving specific details. A Chennai-bound Air India flight was forced to return to Mumbai on Saturday due to a “burning smell” in the cabin. The aircraft, however, landed back safely, Air India said in a statement. “Air India flight AI…

Saquib Abdul Nachan, a significant figure in the ISIS Delhi-Padgha module, passed away while receiving treatment at Safdarjung Hospital after being transferred from Tihar Jail due to a medical emergency. Saquib Abdul Nachan, a key accused in the ISIS Delhi-Padgha module case, died on Saturday while undergoing treatment at Safdarjung Hospital, sources told Times Now. He had…

The party’s and Moitra’s responses come amid mounting public outrage over the incident and growing calls for accountability and justice for the victim. The Trinamool Congress (TMC) has issued a strong statement disassociating itself from controversial remarks made by party MP Kalyan Banerjee and MLA Madan Mitra regarding the horrific rape incident at South Kolkata Law College.…

According to the woman, one night, the monk entered her room and forcibly raped her. She claims the assaults occurred at least 12 times over six months between January and June 2013. A woman in West Bengal has accused Padma Shri awardee monk Kartik Maharaj, also known as Swami Pradiptananda, of raping her multiple times in 2013…

According to the medical report’s findings, there was an abrasion mark around the woman’s neck, and a few marks on her chest. The report added that there were no lacerations (cuts) on her body. A day after the gang-rape case of a Kolkata law student came to light, her medical report has been accessed, revealing signs of…

The footage, which also captured moments leading up to the June 25 incident, shows the first-year law student being forced into the guard’s room. CCTV footage obtained from South Calcutta Law College has confirmed the allegations made by the student in her rape complaint, police said. The footage, which also captured moments leading up to the June…

Tamil Nadu Minister Anbil Mahesh claimed 90,000 students in Karnataka failed due to language imposition. He also slammed the Centre for withholding education funds from states like Tamil Nadu and Kerala. Tamil Nadu Education Minister Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi on Friday said that over 90,000 students in Karnataka had failed their board exams due to the “imposition of…

The details on which poison was used and the amount used and other information will be available after the post mortem report is available, he said. Chief Conservator of Forest (Chamarajanagar Circle, Karnataka) T Hiralal said that the death of a tigress and its four cubs were due to poisoning. Speaking to media persons after the post…

Election Commission said that ample digital security measures have been put in place to ensure that app is “tamper-proof”. It also explained how e-voting cannot be tampered with. Ahead of the Assembly elections, Bihar is set to become the first state in the country to allow voting with a mobile phone, according to State Election Commissioner Deepak…

The CBI has filed charge sheets against two individuals in separate cases of murders allegedly committed by two Indian citizens in the United Arab Emirates and Bahrain, officials on Friday said. In one case on the request from the UAE, the CBI has filed a charge sheet against Inder Jit Singh, who had allegedly killed another Indian…

IMD predicts Delhi’s monsoon arrival within days, as the capital remains dry while nearby regions receive abundant rainfall. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Friday predicted the monsoon would reach Delhi within days—the latest in a series of forecasts it has repeatedly revised in recent weeks as the national capital remains among the last holdouts awaiting seasonal…

The woman was rescued by authorities after she drove her car onto a railway track in an alleged attempt to end her life, according to Vikarabad police. A 34-year-old woman from Lucknow was rescued by authorities after she drove her car onto a railway track near Nagulapally Railway Station in an alleged attempt to end her life,…

The Kolkata gangrape victim stated she was preparing to leave when the main accused instructed the other two individuals to step “outside and lock the door.” Kolkata Police on Friday arrested three men over the gangrape of a law student inside South Calcutta Law College in the city’s Kasba area. Among the accused, two are current students…

A surge in private school fees across India, particularly in Delhi, is triggering protests and court battles as families struggle with affordability, arbitrary hikes, and threats of student expulsion. With some fees doubling in five years, parents demand regulatory reforms and financial transparency from schools. Hundreds of Indian families are protesting against steep and, in many cases,…

The experts assured the Shashi Tharoor-led standing committee that there was no immediate cause for alarm regarding Bangladesh, especially compared to Pakistan Concerns about the radicalisation of youth in neighbouring countries were discussed during a key meeting of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on External Affairs, chaired by Dr Shashi Tharoor. The discussion, focused on India-Bangladesh relations, included…

The Kashmir Super League is all set to begin in the first week of July, writing a new chapter in the history of the region as the Union Territory gets first such tournament. In a historic first in Jammu and Kashmir, the region’s first-ever corporate franchise-based football tournament was inaugurated on Friday, writing a new chapter in…

Officials said that the services of the chief operating officer Abraham Zachariah, two senior vice-presidents and the head of training, were terminated Airport services firm Air India SATS Services (AISATS) Private Limited on Friday said it has taken “firm disciplinary action” against four executives for hosting a party at its office, days after a video clip of…

To streamline the identification of hydrogen-powered vehicles, the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has proposed a new category of registration number plates, differentiated by distinct colour codes based on vehicle type. According to a draft notification issued on Friday, hydrogen-fuel-operated vehicles will soon sport colour-coded number plates combining green and blue backgrounds, with figure colours varying…

Nearly 625 devotees were hospitalised during Puri Ratha Yatra due to extreme heat, humidity, and overcrowding. Several were injured near Balagandi as Lord Balabhadra’s chariot got stuck, causing chaos. Nearly 625 devotees required medical attention after the Ratha Yatra in Puri on Friday, as sweltering heat, humidity, and overcrowding triggered a series of isolated health emergencies and…

Shefali Jariwala, renowned as the “Kaanta Laga girl” and a contestant on Bigg Boss 13 , tragically passed away at 42 on the night of June 27, 2025, in Mumbai. According to multiple reports, she suffered a sudden cardiac arrest late that evening. Her husband, actor Parag Tyagi, along with three others, rushed her to Bellevue Multispeciality…

Pakistan has written to India multiple times to revoke the suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty, but Jal Shakti Minister CR Paatil said the water will not go anywhere Jal Shakti Minister CR Paatil on Thursday said India will not change its stance on the suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty even if Pakistan writes multiple times…

DRI seized 39 containers with 1,115 metric tonnes of Pakistani goods at Nhava Sheva Port in Navi Mumbai The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has seized 39 containers carrying 1,115 metric tonnes of goods of Pakistani origin at Nhava Sheva Port in Navi Mumbai. The items, valued at around Rs 9 crore, were originally from Pakistan but…

The Ministry of External Affairs said that the United States should treat visa applications of Indian citizens on the basis of merit. The MEA’s remarks came after the US asked visa applicants to share their social media usernames or handles of each platform they have used in the last five years. “Visa, and immigration matters pertain to…

In a bid to boost regional cooperation, the Indian Navy hosted the Indian Ocean Naval Symposium (IONS) Working Group Meeting on Maritime Security (IWG-MARSEC) on June 24 and 25 in New Delhi. The meeting brought together representatives from 13 IONS member nations: Australia, Bangladesh, France, India, Kenya, Mozambique, Oman, Russia, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Sri Lanka, Tanzania,…

The Maharashtra Health Department has initiated a high-level inquiry into alleged irregularities in two major equipment tenders worth over Rs 60 crore. The tenders, issued by the Deputy Director of Health Services (Transport), Pune, in July 2024, were for the procurement of Ice Lined Refrigerators (ILRs) and Deep freezers used to store vaccines across the state. According…

The journey began with traditional rituals and prayers. Bliss Resort proprietor Manish Malhotra felicitated the pilgrims with garlands and tilak, describing the moment as a “rare spiritual privilege.” “After years, this pious opportunity has returned to our resort. It is not just an event but a sacred service for us,” he said. For the first time in…

Following its large-scale service at the Maha Kumbh Mela, the Adani Group is now supporting the Puri Rath Yatra with free meals, beverages, safety gear, and volunteer services—reflecting its continued commitment to seva rooted in Indian spiritual tradition. Following its extensive, mostly volunteer-driven initiative to feed the masses during the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj earlier this…

India’s refusal to endorse a joint communique at the SCO meeting over terrorism concerns blocked its issuance, highlighting regional tensions. The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) defence ministers’ meeting couldn’t issue a joint communique on Thursday after India refused to endorse the document because it didn’t address its terrorism-related concerns, officials aware of the matter said. Defence minister…

Investigators typically face lengthy delays in air crash probes when damaged black boxes must be sent to original equipment manufacturers for extracting data. Investigators have started analysing data extracted from the black box retrieved from Air India flight 171 to find clues on why the Boeing 787 Dreamliner crashed shortly after take off from Ahmedabad airport on…

The India-Canada relations hit rock bottom following then Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s allegations in 2023 of a potential Indian link to the killing of Nijjar. Days after Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Canada, India on Thursday said it is looking at strengthening the bilateral partnership with Ottawa in several areas including trade and energy. “That particular…

China’s Defence Minister Dong Jun Thursday held separate bilateral meetings with his counterparts from member nations of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO), including India, Chinese media reported. The defence ministers of the SCO member states were in this port city of China to attend a two-day conclave. India was represented by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. There is…

UAV manufacturing startup Raphe mPhibr has so far raised $145 million (over Rs 1,200 crore) in the biggest ever fundraise by an Indian aerospace manufacturing firm UAV manufacturing startup Raphe mPhibr, whose drones participated in Operation Sindoor, has raised $100 million in a funding round led by General Catalyst. The Noida-based startup has so far raised $145…

The Supreme Court on Thursday stayed proceedings in a criminal case filed against Shaadi.com founder Anupam Mittal over the platform’s alleged failure to verify details of a man who allegedly used the matrimonial website to defraud a woman [Anupam Mittal vs. State of Telangana & Anr.]. A Bench of Justices Sandeep Mehta and Joymalya Bagchi passed the…

The Axiom-4 mission’s crew, including Shubhanshu Shukla, received a jubilant reception upon arriving at the International Space Station. The spacecraft, named Grace, achieved a successful soft docking at 16:01 while over the North Atlantic. The Axiom-4 crew, including Shubhanshu Shukla, received a warm welcome with hugs and celebratory drinks as they entered the International Space Station on…

According to the police, the couple were discovered dead in their room when an attendant went to serve them tea An elderly couple were found dead in their room at an old-age home in Bengaluru more than a month after their son moved them into the facility. The were found hanging by an attendant on Tuesday morning.…

At least three people died in the Rudraprayag bus accident and nine others were missing, with officials fearing that the missing are dead. At least three people were killed and nine others were missing after a bus with 20 on board veered off the highway in Rudraprayag district of Uttarakhand and plunged into the Alaknanda river on…

NIA teams launched searches at 18 locations in the three northern states in the morning. They seized various incriminating materials, including mobiles, digital devices and documents, officials said. The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Thursday conducted a series of searches across Punjab, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh to probe Khalistani terror network, officials said. NIA teams launched searches…

Terrifying visuals have emerged from Himachal Pradesh’s Kullu district, where flash floods triggered by relentless monsoon rains have caused rivers to swell and carry hundreds of wooden logs downstream. A viral video circulating on social media shows a torrent of water filled with massive logs racing through river channels, a sight eerily reminiscent of scenes from the…

British F-35B fighter jet has been stranded in Kerala since June 14 and has developed “engineering issues”, UK High Commission has said. The British High Commission on Wednesday said that its F-35B fighter jet, which made an emergency landing at Thiruvananthapuram International Airport on June 14, developed engineering issues whilst on the ground, precluding its return to…

Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has arrested three accused, including a brother of the then Sub-Post Master (SPM), Lakhaoti, Sub-Post Office, Bulandshahar (now deceased) and two private persons, in a case related to a fake postage stamps scam of Rs. 2.5 Crore, as per an official statement. CBI had registered a case on December 19, 2024 on…

Ready-to-eat mango nectar, mung dal halwa and gajar ka halwa line Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla’s backpack — or the space equivalent — as cultural ambassadors of India during his 15-day voyage to the International Space Station. These nifty 100-gm packs have been prepared by the DIBT – Defence Institute of Bio-Defence Technologies, part of Indian Space Research…

A man has been arrested from the Navy’s headquarters in Delhi, accused of spying for the Pakistani Intelligence agency ISI apparently for years and even during Operation Sindoor. Data from his cellphone revealed that Vishal Yadav had provided confidential information related to the Navy and other defense units to a woman who was his Pakistani handler in…

A woman admitted to a government hospital in northeast Delhi in an “intoxicated and unconscious state” was sexually assaulted by another patient. The victim died during treatment on Wednesday, according to a report by the Hindustan Times (HT) citing police. However, as per officials citing initial observations, the death was not caused by the assault, it added.…

In Lucknow, a police inspector was caught on camera slapping an army officer, Lieutenant Colonel Anand Prakash Suman, during a road rage incident. A police inspector was caught on CCTV slapping an army officer in an incident of road rage in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. The cop was seen shouting at the officer, who is a Lieutenant Colonel,…

Himachal Pradesh saw severe flash floods across multiple districts, resulting in at least two fatalities and 20 are feared to be missing. Significant damage occurred in Kullu, with reports of missing individuals and destruction to homes, schools, and infrastructure, including a bridge. Cloudbursts in Himachal Pradesh have led to flash floods wreaking havoc in several districts of…

The book, ‘The Emergency Diaries: Years that Forged a Leader’, chronicles the journey of how a young Narendra Modi contributed to the struggle during the turbulent Emergency era The book, The Emergency Diaries: Years that Forged a Leader, describes how Prime Minister Narendra Modi managed to organised a number of clandestine meetings for the RSS, which was…

The Indian Army on Wednesday shared an “official movie” of Operation Sindoor against Pakistan, stating that the “preparation is underway” against the enemies of the country in a “fiercer manner than before”. The army said that it will strike again if the enemies dare to spread terrorism in India. The 7-minute video titled “Taiyaari Abhi Jaari Hai”…

There’s no need to install any special app—just like scanning a menu at a coffee shop, you can scan the code directly with your phone’s camera The central government is set to mandate QR codes on labels of vaccines, anti-cancer drugs, narcotics, and other pharmaceutical products despite industry pushback, according to News18. The Drug Consultative Committee (DCC)…

The exhibition was part of the the event — ‘Samvidhan Hatya Diwas’ — hosted by the Ministry of Culture at the Thyagaraj Stadium to mark 50 years since Emergency was imposed on June 25, 1975. Rare images of the notification of the proclamation of the Emergency, photos of blank editorials published in newspapers to protest press censorship…

Diesel cars above 10 years and petrol cars above 15 years will be refused fuel at petrol pumps from November 1 as the government steps up measures to curb rising pollution levels across the National Capital Region (NCR). Noida’s Regional Transport Office (RTO) has announced that starting November 1, petrol and diesel will no longer be provided…

A video widely shared on social media has shocked many ramen fans, making them reconsider their favourite go-to meal. The video shows a warning label on the back of a ramen noodle packet that reads: “Warning: Cancer and Reproductive Harm.” The video was shared on Instagram by the user ‘omggotworms,’ who expressed surprise and concern over the…