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The Bahubali truck, along with a companion vehicle – both of which have 400 tyres each – departed from Kandla port in Gujarat, carrying boiler components intended for a refinery in Panipat. A colossal truck known as the Bahubali, boasting an astounding 400 tyres and 3,500 horsepower, is making waves as it traverses the roads of Haryana.…

A man died after the firecrackers he was carrying on a two-wheeler exploded in Eluru town on Thursday, police said. The incident occurred when two persons were transporting a bag of firecrackers bought for Diwali celebrations. The bag containing “onion bombs” and other crackers exploded after falling on the road, resulting in the death of the rider…

The city’s air quality dropped to the ‘very poor’ category, with an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 330 at 10 pm. New Delhi: Relentless bursting of firecrackers blanketed Delhi in dense smoke on Thursday, causing severe noise pollution and reducing visibility, as people defied a ban on firecrackers to celebrate Diwali. The city’s air quality dropped to…

Singh said that significant positive changes have taken place in Jammu and Kashmir since the abrogation of Article 370, and that deep down, common people, including Kashmir Muslims, are happy about it. Jammu: Asserting that the majority community in Kashmir will one day regret the “exodus” of Kashmiri Pandits, Union minister Jitendra Singh on Thursday said Kashmir…

The team included Dr. Uday Ghaziwala, Chairman of the AIOS Adverse Events Reporting Committee; Dr. Arvind Kumar Morya, National Convenor; and Dr. Prashant Keshao Bawankule, a retina specialist and member of the Academic and Research Committee. A specialized team from the All India Ophthalmological Society (AIOS) visited Ambedkar Hospital to examine the eyes of 17 patients undergoing…

According to an official, apart from running special trains, Indian Railways is adding extra coaches to existing trains based on availability and demand. With the festive season in full swing, Indian Railways has introduced a record 7,296 special trains to manage the unprecedented surge in passengers traveling for Diwali and Chhath. This represents a significant increase from…

A viral video showed a man launching a rocket using Amazon’s Alexa for Diwali, amusing viewers with the blend of technology and tradition. As the vibrant festival of Diwali approaches, the air is filled with excitement and anticipation across the nation. Fireworks are traditionally a major highlight of these celebrations, and this year, a viral video is…

Seven of the dead elephants were females, each around three years old, while the eighth was a four-five-year-old male. Eight elephants have died in 48 hours in Madhya Pradesh’s Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve; seven were found dead on Tuesday and an eighth carcass was found Wednesday. Seven of the dead elephants were females, each around three years old.…

According to a senior BJP leader, Devender Singh Rana was undergoing treatment at the hospital. Senior BJP leader and Nagrota MLA Devender Singh Rana, brother of Union minister Jitendra Singh, died on Thursday at a private hospital in Haryana’s Faridabad. He was 59. According to a senior BJP leader, Rana was undergoing treatment at the hospital. He…

India is among the top 7 of the 30 high-burden countries with high treatment coverage, says the report India has ensured high treatment coverage among people diagnosed with tuberculosis and also achieved a significant increase in the number of people receiving preventative therapy, says Global TB Report recently released by the World Health Organization. The preventative treatment…

Donald Trump walked down the steps of the Boeing 757 that bears his name, walked across a rain-soaked tarmac and, after twice missing the handle, climbed into the passenger seat of a white garbage truck that also carried his name. The former president, once a reality TV star known for his showmanship, wanted to draw attention to…

Delhi Diwali: Arvind Kejriwal said Diwali is fundamentally a celebration of light, and pollution caused by fireworks has negative effects, especially on kids. In light of the ongoing ban on fireworks in Delhi during Diwali, Arvind Kejriwal of the Aam Aadmi Party on Wednesday reiterated that the restriction is not a matter of religion, but rather an…

The accused, identified as Mohammed Ijas, 26, from the nearby Palakkad district, emailed the airport director on Tuesday evening. A Kerala man was arrested for allegedly issuing a fake bomb threat on an Abu Dhabi-bound Air Arabia flight departing from Karipur International Airport in Malappuram, PTI reported on Wednesday, citing police sources. The accused, identified as Mohammed…

AQI in the national capital deteriorated from ‘Poor’ on Wednesday to ‘Very Poor’ on Thursday when the city celebrates Diwali. The national capital welcomed Diwali with ‘Very Poor’ air quality on Thursday. According to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) data, AQI slipped from 274 at 8 am on Wednesday to 329 at 7 am today. The…

Sculptor Arun Yogiraj, ex-CM Veerappa Moily, and environmentalist Almitra Patil are among 69 honourees of the Karnataka Rajyotsava Award. Acclaimed sculptor Arun Yogiraj, the creator of the Ram Lalla idol in Ayodhya, is among the 69 distinguished individuals selected for the esteemed Karnataka Rajyotsava Award. Former Karnataka chief minister M Veerappa Moily and activist BT Lalitha Naik…

India And China on Wednesday completed the military disengagement process along the LAC at Depsang and Demchk In a major development, India and China completed the disengagement process along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) at Depsang and Demchk on Wednesday. Patrolling by armies of both nations will commence soon. The verification process is currently underway. On…

Barsha, an employee of the Women and Child Development Department in the district’s Derabish block, said she was in her seventh month of pregnancy and felt intense pain at work but lost her child as she was denied leave by the CDPO. A 26-year-old government employee, working at Odisha’s Women and Child Development Department, claimed that she…

The Court observed since cheating is a scheduled offence under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), the matter may be required to be probed by the Enforcement Directorate (ED). A Delhi Court recently set aside an order passed by a magistrate court to discharge Indian cricket team coach Gautam Gambhir in a cheating case. The cheating…

Born on October 31, 1875, in Nadiad, Gujarat, Sardar Patel is credited with uniting all 562 princely states of pre-independent India, helping to establish the Republic of India. He served as the country’s first Deputy Prime Minister and Home Minister from 1947 to 1950. He passed away on December 15, 1950. Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute…

Meanwhile, on the occasion of Diwali, the Swaminarayan Akshardham temple is set to be illuminated with 10,000 diyas in Gujarat’s capital city Gandhinagar as part of Diwali celebrations. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday greeted the people on the occasion of Diwali and wished everyone a healthy, happy and prosperous life. “Many happy wishes to the countrymen…

The youth intentionally harmed the speechless creature on the pretext of celebrating Diwali. He tied the firecrackers to the animal and lit it after which it exploded and the animal ran in fear and panic. A shocking incident of animal cruelty has come to the fore where a youth was caught on camera tying firecracker to the…

According to an official, Western Railway’s Railway Protection Force (RPF) Dog Squad has proudly clinched the top spot at the prestigious 17th All India Railway Protection Force Dog Competition held in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh in North Central Railway, showcasing their exceptional skills, discipline, and commitment to public safety. The Western Railway’s Railway Protection Force (RPF) Dog Squad…

Millions of Indians began celebrating the annual Hindu festival of lights, Diwali, by symbolically lighting a record 2.51 million earthen oil lamps at dusk on Wednesday on the banks of the river Saryu in a northern Indian city they believe to be the birthplace of the deity, Lord Ram. Diwali is the most important festival of the…

According to preliminary information, the judge and the lawyer had an altercation over a bail petition. Ghaziabad: Chaos broke out at Ghaziabad district court today after an argument between a judge and a lawyer. As more lawyers gathered in the judge’s chamber and created a ruckus, police had to be called in to bring the situation under…

Additionally, 25 per cent of the surveyed women have increased their use of public buses, and more women who previously avoided buses have become regular riders since the scheme’s launch in October 2019, the report said. Over 75 per cent of women feel unsafe commuting in Delhi buses after dark, even as the city government’s fare-free bus…

Following these consecutive threats, airport security has been heightened, with intensified measures in place to reassure public safety and swiftly address any further incidents. A major security alert was triggered at Gorakhpur airport on Tuesday evening following three separate bomb threats within two hours, prompting swift security responses to ensure passenger safety. The first threat was received…

Zeeshan Siddiqui’s office in Bandra had reportedly received messages on Friday evening, threatening Salman Khan and the MLA of death. The Mumbai Police has picked up a 21-year-old man from Uttar Pradesh’s Noida for allegedly sending a threat message to slain NCP (Ajit Pawar) leader Baba Siddique’s MLA son Zeeshan Siddique. The accused has been handed over…

Ayodhya has been decked up ahead of the festival of Diwali. Notably, it will be the first Diwali in Ayodhya, the birth city of Lord Ram, after the the consecration ceremony of the Ram Temple. Ayodhya: Ayodhya, the birth place of Lord Ram, is gearing up to celebrate its first Diwali after the consecration ceremony of the…

The Court was hearing a PIL seeking a ban on the sacrifice of more than 10,000 animals at Kolkata’s Bolla Raksha Kali Temple on Friday. The Calcutta High Court on Monday remarked that it would be unrealistic to expect all of Eastern India to adopt veganism. A vacation bench of Justices Biswajit Basu and Ajay Kumar Gupta…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday launched health insurance coverage for all senior citizens aged 70 years and above, regardless of income, under his government’s flagship initiative Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB PM-JAY). During an event at All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA) in New Delhi, coinciding with Dhanvantari Jayanti and the 9th Ayurveda…

Addressing the MoU signing ceremony, Union Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said it will provide a comprehensive framework for collaboration to the Indian Railways in various areas, including technology sharing, track maintenance, management and construction, according to the statement issued by the Ministry of Railways said. New Delhi: The Railways on Tuesday renewed a memorandum of understanding (MoU)…

Some users on the internet have also alleged that the bag is made of calf skin, an allegation that Kishori completely denied while talking to ANI. Spiritual preacher Jaya Kishori has come under fire after a video of her purportedly carrying a luxury Dior bag worth over Rs 2 lakh went viral on social media. The preacher…

According to a medical bulletin, the affected patients have been transferred to Raipur for further treatment. In an upsetting incident occurred in Chhattisgarh, 12 elderly tribal patients have lost their eyesight due to carelessness and negligence maintained during cataract surgeries conducted at the government-run Dantewada District Hospital. On October 22, around 20 patients underwent cataract surgeries. Shortly…

As per reports, the accident took place near the culvert in Laxmangarh at around 2 p.m. when a private bus coming from Salasar to Laxmangarh collided with the culvert In a tragic incident, at least 12 people lost their lives and many others were injured in a bus accident in Rajasthan’s Sikar on Tuesday afternoon. The purported…

The family of the self-proclaimed ‘Bal Sant Baba’ have revealed that they have been getting threatening calls from the Lawrence Bishnoi Gang 10-year-old self-proclaimed spiritual orator Abhinav Arora has been the talk of the town after a few Youtubers exposed him and his parents for using him as an asset to earn money and mislead thousands of…

Tirupati’s ISKCON temple received a bomb threat via email on Sunday. Following the threat, a Bomb Disposal Squad and dog squad conducted a search but found no explosives. Authorities have launched an investigation. This follows a similar incident on Friday when four hotels in Tirupati received bomb threats. Tirupati’s ISKCON temple received a bomb threat on Sunday…

Days after Cyclone Dana raged through Odisha, several districts in continue to lack electricity. Around 50,000 households in cyclone-hit areas in Kendrapara, Bhadrak, and Balasore districts remain without power, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has said. In Bhadrak, residents are paying Rs 20 per hour to use private generators to charge their cell phones in the…

A controversy has erupted after a video surfaced on social media showing Abhinav Arora performing devotional songs and dancing alongside spiritual leader Swami Rambhadracharya at a religious event was asked to step down. New Delhi: The family of 10-year-old influencer Abhinav Arora claimed that he has received a life threat from Lawrence Bishnoi’s gang on Monday. Lawrence…

Ajit Pawar is contesting against nephew and NCP(SP) candidate Yugendra Pawar in Baramati, a constituency the deputy CM has represented as an MLA since 1991. Maharashtra deputy chief minister Ajit Pawar on Monday hit out at his uncle Sharad Pawar, accusing the undivided Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) founder of creating a split in the family. “I previously…

Yamuna’s plight raises questions about accountability and the effectiveness of governmental commitments to environmental supervision As the festive season approaches, the Yamuna river remains a focal point in the national capital, marred by extreme pollution despite repeated electoral promises. The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), led by former Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, has continually vowed to clean this…

The Indian Army said the four-year-old assault dog — a Belgian Malinois — was hit by a bullet during the encounter as it drew enemy fire when the troops were closing in on the terrorists An army dog was killed on Monday as it was hit by a bullet during an encounter in the Akhnoor sector of…

The Court directed the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) to consider the petition as a representation and address the grievances raised by the petitioner. The Madras High Court recently refused to examine a public interest litigation (PIL) petition seeking directions to the State and the Union governments to stop propagating the Aryan-Dravidian theory in…

Several Opposition members also staged a walkout over the matter. These include AAP MP Sanjay Singh, DMK MP Mohammed Abdulla, Congress MPs Naseer Hussain and Mohamed Jawed. Amidst the Opposition’s walkout from the meeting of the Joint Parliamentary Committee formed to examine the Waqf Amendment Bill 2024, Delhi CM Atishi has written to Committee chairman Jagdambika Pal…

According to the police, they received information about the robbery around 7:30 pm at the Moti Nagar police station. New Delhi: A businessman was allegedly looted of cash and jewellery after few men allegedly barged into his house in the Moti Nagar area of west Delhi on Monday evening, officials said. According to the police, they received…

As per the advisory of cyber-security agency CERT-In, a “digital arrest” is one in which victims receive a phone call, e-mail or message claiming they are under investigation for illegal activities, such as identity theft or money laundering. Mumbai: A 67-year-old woman was “digitally arrested” by online fraudsters and forced to pay Rs 14 lakh for clearing…

The BJP government in Rajasthan has issued a new order regarding the terminology used for cows. The government has prohibited the use of word “Aawara”(stray) for cows roaming outside terming it derogatory and has issued a notification to use a more respectful word’ destitute’ in its place. The BJP government in Rajasthan has issued a new order…

Alipov welcomed the first meeting between the leaders of India and China in five years, describing it as a positive development for both regional security and economic landscape. Russian Ambassador Denis Alipov on Monday expressed optimism over improved relations between India and China, underscoring the importance of the two nations’ cooperation for stability and progress in Eurasia.…

Both the PMs waved at the crowd gathered along the 2.5-km stretch of the route from the airport to the Tata aircraft complex in the city which they will inaugurate. Vadodara: Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Spanish counterpart Pedro Sanchez held a roadshow in Gujarat’s Vadodara city on Monday morning as they travelled in an open…

Ramesh, a 54-year-old businessman, went missing weeks back. Police have now found that his wife Niharika, her lover Nikhil and another accused, Ankur, were behind his murder An unidentified, burnt body found in a coffee plantation in Karnataka’s Kodagu district three weeks back has led police to a gruesome murder plot. Ramesh, a 54-year-old businessman, went missing…

A 55-year-old Mumbai woman lost gold ornaments worth ₹4 lakh in a Diwali cleaning scam. A 55-year-old Mumbai woman fell victim to a Diwali cleaning scam, losing gold ornaments worth ₹4 lakh. She had booked the cleaning service through a mobile app, which sent two individuals to her home. The thieves allegedly stole the valuables during the…

The C-295 aircraft, manufactured by Airbus, is vital for military operations, offering tactical transport, cargo, and medical evacuation capabilities. The C-295, a versatile and reliable tactical transport aircraft, has become a cornerstone of military operations worldwide. Manufactured by Airbus Defence and Space, this medium-lift plane has attracted the attention of numerous armed forces, thanks to its exceptional…

The CJI said that when Judiciary and Executive engage, it creates a perception that deals are being made, but that is not the case. He said such interactions are only part of dialogue between different government arms. Meetings between heads of Judiciary and Executive are never to discuss judicial work being done by judges but for administrative…

The airline company said that in line with all safety protocols, it is taking all necessary precautions. At least 15 flights operated by IndiGo received security-related alerts on Sunday, following which the airline resorted to necessary precautions while being in touch with the relevant authorities. “We are aware of security-related alerts received today for the following IndiGo…

The air quality index number 324 was registered in Defence Colony, Delhi, showing an increasing pollution trend in the capital city. A ban has been imposed on fireworks as the Diwali week begins. Delhi’s air quality improved slightly on Monday morning compared to the day before; however, it still remained in the ‘very poor’ category, posing a…

Rakesh Tikait’s remarks come in the wake of a recent threat issued by Lawrence Bishnoi, who warned of dire consequences for Salman Khan if he did not apologise to the Bishnoi community. The community’s grievance stems from Salman’s past involvement in a blackbuck poaching case, where the blackbuck is considered sacred among the Bishnoi’s. Rakesh Tikait, the…

One of the most crucial aspects of Sanchez’s visit is the inauguration of the Tata Aircraft Complex in Gujarat’s Vadodara. This facility led by Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL) in the Western Indian state will make C-295 aircraft. In what is being deemed a historic event, Spain’s prime minister, Pedro Sanchez, is on an India visit. This…

Bollywood star Salman Khan reportedly received death threats from Lawrence Bishnoi and his gang on several occasions after the Blackbuck incident Lawrence Bishnoi’s cousin Ramesh Bishnoi has said the entire Bishnoi community stands with the jailed gangster over the black buck incident involving Bollywood star Salman Khan. In an interview with NDTV, Ramesh alleged that Salman Khan…

Jammu and Kashmir terror attacks: The army led to the recovery of two grenades and three Pakistani Mines from the hideout. Indian Army’s Romeo Force on Saturday successfully dismantled a Pakistani terror hideout in Jammu and Kashmir’s Poonch area, officials reported. The army was collaborating with the Special Operations Group (SOG) police. As part of the operation,…

The terrorists struck as the labourers and other staff returned to their camp in Gund, Ganderbal. Poonch, Jammu and Kashmir: Indian Army’s Romeo Force, in a joint operation with Special Operations Group (SOG) police, busted a terror hideout in the Balnoi sector in Poonch, officials said. According to the Poonch police, the operation that took place on…

Jaishankar made the remarks while speaking at an event in Pune on the subject ‘Emerging opportunities in the present global scenario’. Amid the ongoing India-Canada diplomatic row, India first raised the presence of organised crime in Canada but the issue was ignored because of a permissive atmosphere for a long time, said External Affairs Minister Dr S…

A 25-year-old man was arrested by Delhi Police for allegedly sending hoax bomb threat at the Indira Gandhi International Airport. Delhi Police on Saturday apprehended a 25-year-old unemployed man from the national capital for making hoax bomb threats to airlines. It was the second arrest in connection with a series of fake threats to airlines that began…

Punjab’s Director General of Police, Gaurav Yadav said the water route was used to transport drugs from Pakistan and big rubber tubes of tyres have also been recovered. Chandigarh: Punjab Police on Sunday said it has unearthed a cross-border smuggling racket with the recovery of 105 kg heroin and arrest of two associates of a foreign-based drug…

The crossing at Petrapole is the largest land port in South Asia and a vital gateway for trade and commerce between the two countries. Kolkata: Union Home Minister Amit Shah will inaugurate a newly constructed passenger terminal and a cargo gate at the India-Bangladesh land border crossing in West Bengal’s North 24 Parganas district on Sunday. The…

A 25-year-old unemployed man from Delhi has been taken into custody for making fake bomb threats to flights A 25-year-old unemployed man, Shubham Upadhyay from Uttam Nagar, was arrested on Saturday for allegedly sending false bomb threats to multiple airlines, stated Delhi police officials. Last week, Mumbai police detained a 17-year-old in connection with making threats about…

The government plans to celebrate this occasion by holding meetings, seminars and discussions widely across intellectual circles, schools, and colleges on the Indian Constitution and its principles Plans are on for grand celebrations to mark the Indian Constitution turning 75. A joint session of Parliament is likely to be called in the Central Hall of the old…

Sibal also said that appointments made by the Collegium are not necessarily based on merit. Senior Advocate and Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA) President Kapil Sibal on Saturday said that judgments of highly-liberal judges often witness a change once they become Chief Justice of any High Court. Sibal, who is also a Member of Parliament (MP), opined…

Shubham Upadhyay, a resident of Uttam Nagar in the national capital, was arrested for posting two bomb threat messages to draw attention after seeing similar news reports on TV, the police said. A 25-year-old man was arrested for allegedly posting threat messages to a flight at Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport here, police said on Saturday. Shubham…

The terrorists opened fire on the Army vehicle in the Bota Pathri area in the evening, when it was headed for the Nagin post in the Afrawat range. Two porters working with the Army were killed on Thursday while four people, including three soldiers, were injured as terrorists attacked a vehicle of the force six kilometres from…

The Chief Minister also mentioned that 1,59,837 people have given their consent and have been successfully evacuated. They have been given shelter in the different camps. The helpline number of Nabanna will work 24×7. WB CM Mamata Banerjee | FacebookChief Minister Mamata Banerjee to stay at the state secretariat Nabanna on Thursday night to monitor the cyclonic…

Some users praised Tina Dabi’s gesture, saying, “Greeting one’s elders is not a bad thing; in fact, it’s a good thing.” A video of Tina Dabi, District Collector of Rajasthan’s Barmer, has gone viral on social media, where she can be seen bowing her head low multiple times in response to praise from BJP leader Satish Poonia.…

The Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) on Thursday decided that it would not contest the upcoming bypolls for the four seats in Punjab following the recent order of the Akal Takht – the supreme temporal seat of the Sikhs – on SAD chief Sukhbir Badal which declared him “tankhaiya’’ (guilty of religious misconduct) and barred him from contesting…

Verma was declared a ‘person of interest’ by Canada last week in its investigation into the June 2023 killing of Hardeep Singh Nijjar, a Canadian citizen who has been declared a Khalistani terrorist by India. Recalled Indian envoy to Canada Sanjay Kumar Verma recounted an account of an attack by a Khalistani supporter in Canada’s Alberta, saying…

Incumbent Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud retires on November 10. President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday notified the appointment of Justice Sanjiv Khanna as the next Chief Justice of India (CJI) after the Central government cleared the same. Justice Khanna will take over as the 51st CJI on retirement of incumbent CJI DY Chandrachud on November 10.…

“Experimento India” aims to bridge the digital learning gap, especially for students from low-income communities, by offering internationally recognised educational materials tailored for Indian learners. New Delhi: As German Chancellor Olaf Scholz arrives with almost half of his entire cabinet for the government consultations, Germany’s efforts to deepen its engagement in India are visible at all levels.…

In Shivamogga, Karnataka, an SUV driver dragged a traffic police officer on the vehicle’s bonnet after being asked to stop. The incident, which occurred on Wednesday and was captured on video, shows the driver, identified as Mithun, arguing with the officer, Prabhu. The accused then fled the scene, prompting authorities to register a case. An SUV driver…

The NIA announced a reward of Rs 10 lakh for information leading to the arrest of Anmol Bishnoi, brother of Lawrence Bishnoi. The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Tuesday announced a reward of Rs 10 lakh for information leading to the arrest of Anmol Bishnoi, brother of jailed gangster Lawrence Bishnoi. It comes after the Mumbai Crime…

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said both India and China have been involved in talks at diplomatic and military levels to resolve the ongoing border dispute in Ladakh since 2020-21 Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday said India and China have achieved a broad consensus on patrolling and grazing to traditional areas in a step towards resolving differences…

IMD’s Mrutunjay Mohapatra said the cyclone will gradually weaken on Friday and move deeper in the state, triggering heavy rains in most places. Authorities remained on alert as the landfall of ‘severe’ Cyclone Dana on the Odisha coast began on Thursday night and continued into the early hours of Friday. The coastal districts of Bhadrak, Kendrapara and…

Siddique – expelled by the Congress in August, after the party reported cross-voting in legislative council polls – will defend the Vandre (East) seat he won with that party in 2019. Zeeshan Siddique, son of ex-Maharashtra minister Baba Siddiqui – who was shot dead on October 12 – joined the Ajit Pawar-led faction of the Nationalist Congress…

The latest wave of threats targeted approximately 20 flights each from Air India, Vistara, and IndiGo, while Akasa Air received threats for 13 flights. At least 80 domestic and international flights operated by Indian carriers received bomb threats on Thursday, as authorities sought cooperation from social media platforms to stem the tide of hoax messages that have…

In 2009, India had reported 741 polio cases, the highest in the world. In January 2011, India reported its last polio case. How did the turnaround come about? Here’s a brief account. October 24 is observed as World Polio Day. The Day was established by Rotary International to commemorate the birth of Jonas Salk, who led the…

Indian businesses have increased pressure this year on Modi’s government to relax the restrictions on China, according to officials familiar with the matter who asked not to be identified. After a 2020 border clash killed at least 20 Indian soldiers, Prime Minister Narendra Modi took a range of steps to block investment from China, even going further…

With a net worth of ₹12 crore, Priyanka Gandhi owns ₹2.1 crore in land and ₹5.63 crore in property. Her annual income for FY 2023-24 is ₹46.39 lakh, alongside mutual funds and gold assets, as detailed in her election affidavit. Congress general secretary Priyanka Gandhi filed her nomination for the Wayanad Lok Sabha bypolls on Wednesday, October…

The photographs were developed from footage recorded by CCTV cameras installed inside the camp in Gagangir area in Ganderbal. The Jammu and Kashmir Police on Wednesday released the photographs of two foreign terrorists involved in the Sunday terrorist attack on a workers’ camp in the Ganderbal district, leaving seven people dead and several others injured. The photographs…

Police have recovered cash, two gold rings, a bracelet and a gold chain from the accused. They have also found the dog collar used in the murder. The property dealer from Ghaziabad, whose charred body was found in a Toyota Fortuner SUV Tuesday night, did not die in a fire. Police have found Sanjay Yadav was choked…

Cyclone Dana updates: Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi said over 30% of the targeted 10 lakh people have been evacuated to safe places by Wednesday evening. Cyclone Dana updates tracker: As Cyclone Dana approaches the Odisha coast, expected to make landfall by October 25, the state is preparing to evacuate around 10 lakh people from several coastal…

A meth lab was allegedly being run by engineering and chemistry graduates in Chennai, busted by cops on Wednesday. Seven students in Chennai were arrested by the Tamil Nadu Police for running a methamphetamine laboratory inside one of their homes, reported The Times of India. Four of these were robotics engineering graduates and one was pursuing MSc…

The 11th accused arrested by Mumbai Police is suspected to have helped with logistical and financial support to alleged mastermind Mohammed Zeeshan Akhtar, who is still on the run The Mumbai Police claimed to have established a key link between one of the shooters and the alleged mastermind with the arrest of the 11th accused in the…

This comes after seven persons including two Jammu and Kashmir residents and five non-local workers were killed by terrorists in Gagangir, Ganderbal. Srinagar: In yet another attack on the non-locals in Kashmir, a migrant worker from Uttar Pradesh was shot at and injured by unidentified terrorists in South Kashmir on Thursday. Unknown terrorists shot a migrant man,…

Television footage showed fishermen rushing to secure their straw homes and boats with ropes, and officials escorting residents in coastal areas to shelters as heavy winds and rains pounded parts of Odisha on Thursday. Flights to and from the capital cities of Odisha and West Bengal, including Kolkata, will be suspended from Thursday evening to Friday morning…

The 56-year-old Jaleel is planning to contest the Aurangabad Central seat of the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly and the Lok Sabha bye-elections from Nanded. For Imtiaz Jaleel, the journalist-turned-politician, who leads the Maharashtra unit of the the All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM), this election is a big challenge. The 56-year-old Jaleel is planning to contest the Aurangabad Central…

The victory or defeat of its national general secretary Priyanka Gandhi will only have a degree of impact on her formal acceptability as the de facto second-in-command behind her elder brother Rahul Gandhi. The upcoming Lok Sabha by-election for Kerala’s Wayanad seat has thrown open an intriguing prospect for the Congress party. Irrespective of the outcome, the…

The Shital Nath Temple is located in the Habba Kadal area of Srinagar. The temple was re-opened by devotees in 2021 on Basant Panchmi. Srinagar: Shital Nath Temple, that was closed for over three decades till 2021, will now be reconstructed and upgraded with modern amenities and traditional design elements. The temple is located in Downtown, Srinagar…