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Ministry of Defence signs ₹770cr BEL deal for Army radars
India's Ministry of Defence has signed a Rs 770 crore contract with Bharat Electronics Limited to procure radars, boosting the Army's capability to detect and track aerial threats.
India preparing dedicated artificial intelligence law, Ajay Kumar Sood says
Ajay Kumar Sood, Principal Scientific Adviser to the Centre, revealed that the Indian government is contemplating a dedicated AI law amid rising concerns over AI-related risks.
PM Narendra Modi convenes Economic Advisory Council on growth, investment
Prime Minister Narendra Modi convened a meeting with the Economic Advisory Council to discuss crucial economic issues, including growth and investment.
India has put forward 3 sites to UNESCO tentative list
Three unique Indian sites, including a mud volcano and ancient temples, have been added to UNESCO's Tentative List, highlighting India's geological and cultural heritage.
Sandhu and Joshi raised concerns over electoral IT oversight
Two Election Commissioners bypassed the Chief Election Commissioner, writing to the Cabinet Secretary about a disputed work-allocation order, as confirmed by an RTI reply.
Hyderabad DRI seizes ₹5.84cr gold and foreign currency, 5 arrested
The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence arrested five individuals for smuggling gold from Bangladesh to Hyderabad, seizing 3.1 kg of gold and foreign currency worth Rs 5.84 crore.
Delhi bars non-BS-VI vehicles from outside Delhi from November 1
Delhi's AQI has risen to 179 post-Dussehra, prompting the government to introduce three new restrictions ahead of the winter pollution season.
Cockroach Janata Party leaders withdraw custody plea after Delhi HC
Following the Delhi High Court's questioning, CJP leaders Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka withdrew their plea challenging their judicial custody order.
Study finds Uttarakhand Himalayan fault tightly locked, strain equals M8.1
Researchers found the Uttarakhand Himalayan fault is strongly locked, accumulating strain equivalent to a magnitude 8.1 earthquake approximately every 100 years.
Delhi High Court questions CJP leaders for joining unauthorized protest
The Delhi High Court questioned CJP leaders over alleged bail bond breaches and unauthorized protests at Jantar Mantar, emphasizing the importance of following legal procedures.
Indian Air Force marks 94th with 'Wings Over Ganges' show
The Indian Air Force's 'Wings Over Ganges' in Varanasi features 100 aircraft, live weapons, and unprecedented tactical displays to mark its 94th anniversary.
Battery torch explodes at Bengaluru Pulakeshinagar construction site injuring 2
A suspected battery explosion in an under-construction building in Bengaluru's Pulakeshinagar injured two people, prompting an investigation by police and forensic teams.
Har ki Pauri water low as Upper Ganga Canal closed
The Upper Ganga Canal is closed for a 20-day maintenance period, causing reduced water flow and disappointing visiting pilgrims unable to take traditional holy dips.
Delhi HC warns Cockroach Janta Party over Jantar Mantar entry
The Delhi High Court reprimanded CJP leaders for entering Jantar Mantar without permission, citing concerns over potential unrest similar to recent incidents in France.
Supreme Court stays probe into Pinarayi Vijayan and family ₹2.78cr
The Supreme Court has granted a seven-day stay on the investigation and coercive actions against former Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan in the CMRL case.
Pechound to Ramnagar bus skids into Udhampur gorge, 2 killed
A passenger bus skidded off the road and plunged into a gorge in Jammu and Kashmir's Udhampur district, killing two people and injuring 15 others.
Mysuru Dasara used 3,473 drones to set Guinness World Record
A dazzling display of 3,473 drones formed a giant peacock over Mysuru, setting a Guinness World Record during the Dasara celebrations on October 18.
Bengaluru auto driver chases Rapido bike over rejected high fare
A Bengaluru resident's short Rapido bike ride turned terrifying when an auto driver, upset over a declined offer, allegedly chased and tried to pull them off the moving bike.
India rejects UN's human rights allegations during recent protests
India has opposed the use of human rights as a "political tool or for selective targeting" of nations after over 20 UN human rights experts raised alarm over what they described as a heavy-handed police response to the recent student-led protests.
West Bengal deploys 18 senior police after Durga Puja stampede
In response to a tragic stampede that killed 19 people, Kolkata has deployed 18 IPS officers to oversee Durga Puja idol immersions and ensure public safety.
Finance influencer dies by suicide; family alleges cyberbullying, ₹3cr demand
V Harish, a 27-year-old finance influencer with over 1.3 million followers on Instagram, died by suicide in Chennai.
Delhi air hits poor AQI 227 1st time this year
Delhi's air quality has deteriorated to a 'poor' level, with an AQI of 227, causing eye irritation symptoms like redness and dryness due to increased exposure to pollutants.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio visits Mumbai 26/11 memorial
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar strategically highlighted Pakistan-sponsored terrorism by having Sunil Kudyadi, a 26/11 hero, brief US Secretary of State Marco Rubio.
India faces growing 'heat storms' threatening public health, agriculture, water
India, accustomed to intense heatwaves, now confronts "heat storms," vast and prolonged extreme heat events fueled by climate change, affecting large portions of the planet.
Finance influencer V Harish died by suicide, accused Jason Samuel
Finance influencer V Harish died by suicide near Chennai, alleging harassment and threats from tech CEO Jason Samuel in a video recorded before his death.
At least 17 hurt as bus crashes into Udhampur gorge
A passenger bus skidded off the road and plunged into a gorge in Udhampur, injuring 17 people, with eight critically injured being transferred for specialized treatment.
FIR against 10-year-old after Mumbai toddler pushed off 6th floor
A murder case has been registered against a 10-year-old girl in the death of an 18-month-old toddler, who was allegedly pushed to her death down the stairwell from the sixth floor of a Goregaon building, TOI reported.
Mumbai police file murder FIR against 10-year-old after toddler's death
Mumbai police have registered a murder FIR against a 10-year-old girl after CCTV footage allegedly showed her pushing an 18-month-old toddler from a sixth-floor stairwell.
Yogi Adityanath halts Gorakhpur Vijayadashami procession to let ambulance pass
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath paused the Vijayadashami procession to allow a stuck ambulance to pass, emphasizing the importance of saving lives over adhering to tradition.
Shroff's car shooting suspects brought from Kota to Mumbai
Three key suspects in the firing at Tiger Shroff's car have been transported from Kota to Mumbai by police, with links to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang under investigation.
Tariffs, visa curbs not targeted at India: Marco Rubio
United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio addressed India's concerns regarding the tariffs and visa restrictions, saying the moves are not meant to "punish India" or are "targeted" at any country.
Pinarayi Vijayan to approach Supreme Court over Kerala FIR order
Former Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan informed the Supreme Court that the Kerala High Court ordered an FIR against him without hearing his side or having substantial evidence.
How to change your surname after marriage (without the hassle)
Changing your name after marriage in India can be a tedious task, but it does not have to be.
Amit Shah urges police nationwide for drug-free India by 2029
Union Home Minister Amit Shah urged police forces to eliminate narcotics by 2029, emphasizing the threat of drug abuse to future generations and national security.
India's packed Wednesday includes CMRL case, politics and Vijayadashami
India's agenda on 21 October includes Supreme Court hearings, political events, and vibrant Vijayadashami celebrations across various states.
Rishi Sunak visits Chittaranjan Park Kali Temple during Durga Puja
Former UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak visited Delhi’s Chittaranjan Park Kali Temple during Durga Puja, accompanied by his mother-in-law and Rajya Sabha MP Sudha Murty.
CBI re-registers Pubjab drug activist's murder case after family's push
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has registered a case in the murder of anti-drug activist Parvinder Singh Jhota.
Smog returns to Delhi; AQI slips to 'poor' category
Delhi is gearing up for another season of deteriorating air quality as pollution levels are likely to rise in the coming weeks.
Rajasthan woman arrested after 13-year-old twins found dead in Deeg
A woman in Rajasthan was arrested after allegedly killing her 13-year-old twin sons when her lover refused to accept them from her first marriage.
Cockroach Janta Party leaders' second case transferred to Crime Branch
The Delhi Police has transferred a second case against Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) co-convenors Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka to the Crime Branch.
Delhi HC bars IAF sharing PM Modi, Manmohan Singh trips
The Delhi High Court overturned a CIC order, citing national security concerns, preventing the Indian Air Force from disclosing Prime Minister Modi's foreign travel records.
Uttar Pradesh orders duplicate electoral entries removed before November 12
The Election Commission of India (ECI) employs digital databases, software-based matching, and field verification to identify and eliminate duplicate entries in electoral rolls.
Centre restricts sugarcane ethanol inputs, Maharashtra mills face ₹7,000cr loss
The Centre's decision to halt ethanol production from sugarcane juice and molasses threatens Maharashtra's sugar mills' revenue and farmers' payments.
Fuel mostly steady across India as Noida petrol equals ₹102.12
Fuel prices remained largely unchanged across major Indian cities, with notable increases in Noida's petrol and diesel rates and CNG price hikes in nine locations.
Schools closed in Chennai and nearby districts amid northeast monsoon
Schools in Chennai and three other districts are closed today due to heavy rainfall from the intensifying northeast monsoon, ensuring student safety amid hazardous conditions.
Punjab and Haryana High Court requires notice for blocked posts
The Punjab and Haryana High Court ruled that users must be informed when their social media content is ordered to be blocked by the government.
Inspectors find garbage, animal waste, open defecation in Munak Canal
An inspection by the Upper Yamuna River Board revealed domestic garbage and animal waste contaminating the Munak Canal, a crucial water source for 60% of Delhi's residents.
Delhi constable, friend held for kidnapping near Red Fort ₹2.5L
A Delhi Police constable and his associate were arrested for allegedly abducting a shopkeeper near the Red Fort to extort ₹2.5 lakh from his family.
Nearly half of India's coal plants under 3 days' coal
Nearly half of India's coal-fired power plants are critically low on fuel, as record electricity demand driven by El Niño conditions strains supply, according to government data.
Delhi's air quality drops to 'poor' expected through October 23
Delhi faces deteriorating air quality as smog returns post-Dussehra, with forecasts predicting 'poor' conditions due to stubble burning and unfavorable weather ahead of winter.
Delhi HC orders daughter-in-law to vacate for senior citizen's peace
The Delhi High Court upheld an order evicting a wife from her mother-in-law's house, citing marital discord affecting the elderly parent's peaceful living.
Banks closed October 21 for Vijaya Dasami and Durga Puja
Banks like SBI, HDFC, and ICICI are closed in eight cities on 21 October due to Vijaya Dasami and related festivities, while remaining open in others.
Indian government rolls out 10,000km ring roads to cut congestion
India plans to develop access-controlled ring roads and highway bypasses around cities to reduce urban congestion and maintain high-speed traffic flow, according to a new policy.
Suvendu Adhikari explains moving 25 injured to Kolkata private hospital
West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari justified moving stampede victims to private hospitals, emphasizing superior treatment and preventing further fatalities.
KYS activists detained in Delhi after burning Gyanesh Kumar effigy
Several students from Krantikari Yuva Sangathan were detained after burning a 20-feet tall effigy of CEC Gyanesh Kumar during Dussehra celebrations at Model Town park.
Narendra Modi at East Delhi Dussehra calls 'Ramrajya' good governance
Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized the teachings of Lord Ram during the Dussehra celebrations in East Delhi, highlighting themes of self-reliance and justice.
RMC issues orange alert for Tirunelveli Thoothukudi until Oct 26
A new low-pressure system forming over the Bay of Bengal is expected to bring intense rainfall across Tamil Nadu, particularly in southern and delta districts, until October 26.
Saurav Das, Ashutosh Ranka move Delhi HC against judicial custody
Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) leaders Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka have moved the Delhi High Court challenging a special executive magistrate (SEM) court order sending them to judicial custody till October 21.
You can't ride non-BS-VI vehicles in Delhi from November 1
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has announced a ban on non-BS-VI emission standard vehicles registered outside the national capital.
Model Shraddha Dubey, prime accused in cafe owner's murder, arrested
Model Shraddha Dubey, the prime accused in the murder of Lucknow cafe owner Shiva Sharma, was arrested in Nagpur in a joint operation by the Uttar Pradesh Special Task Force (STF) and Lucknow Police.
India might interconnect its electrical grid with Saudi Arabia
India and Saudi Arabia have held a virtual meeting to discuss their proposed electrical grid interconnection project.
3-layer security deployed for Modi's visit to Delhi Dussehra celebrations
A three-layer security arrangement will be in place for the Dussehra celebrations at Utsav Ground, East Delhi, where Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to participate in the Ravana Dahan ceremony on Tuesday evening around 6:30pm.
Man jumps off 1,700ft cliff seeking domestic violence law change
A postal employee from Gujarat, Vishwaraj Gohil, allegedly died by suicide on October 12 by jumping off the Konkankada cliff at Harishchandragad into the nearly 1,700-foot-deep gorge.
Kolkata stampede: Victims had ruptured organs, most suffocated to death
Preliminary autopsy reports of the 19 victims who died in a stampede at Kolkata's Chorbagan Durga Puja pandal have pointed to traumatic asphyxia caused by chest compression as the likely cause of death for most of the 19 people.
400+ Indian-origin scholars criticize use of 'anarchic street protests'
Over 400 Indian-origin scholars from 27 countries have signed a statement titled "Spare India from Anarchy," expressing concern over attempts to undermine India's constitutional institutions and democratic processes.
India target of global forces seeking 'regime change': Mohan Bhagwat
Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat has drawn parallels between the ongoing unrest in France and past events in Bangladesh and Nepal to warn of similar forces at work in India.
Marco Rubio in Mumbai today; what's on agenda
United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio will arrive in India on Tuesday; however, he will not be going to the national capital, New Delhi.
CJP leaders' judicial custody extended by 2 days
The judicial custody of Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) leaders Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka has been extended for two more days.
After Karnal, Kashmir-bound bus attacked with stones in Ludhiana
A Kashmir-bound bus was attacked with stones near Doraha in Ludhiana on Sunday night.
Neha Bora moves Delhi HC against notice seeking ₹10,000 bond
Neha Bora, the president of the All India Students Association (AISA), has moved the Delhi High Court against a notice issued by a Special Executive Magistrate (SEM).
MEA rejects Islamic bloc's 'malicious' anti-India references during Baghdad meet
India's Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has rejected the Organization of Islamic Cooperation's (OIC) "anti-India references" in its resolutions.
Dussehra poster in Lucknow shows Ravana with Musk, Rahul heads
A Dussehra poster in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, has stirred up a major controversy.
Angry locals bring 2 victims' bodies to Manipur CM's bungalow
Irate residents took the bodies of two victims to the gate of Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh's bungalow in Imphal to protest the violence that has plagued the state since 2023.
Ludhiana: School peon molests, films minor student
A school peon in Ludhiana has been arrested for allegedly molesting a 16-year-old student on campus.
Delhi: Chargesheet filed in Manipuri musician's lynching case
The Delhi Police has filed a chargesheet in the Saket Court against seven people for the mob lynching of Manipuri music teacher Chongtham Vikram Singh, news agency ANI reported.
Mangaluru parish priest arrested for sexually abusing minor boys
A parish priest from St. Vincent Ferrer Church in Valencia, Mangaluru, Karnataka, has been arrested on charges of sexually abusing minor boys.
Laal HIT Janta Party formed to counter Cockroach Janata Party
A new political outfit, the Laal HIT Janta Party (LHJP), has been formed in response to the Cockroach Janata Party's (CJP) protests against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.
Delhi records coldest night of October so far
Delhi witnessed its coldest night of October so far, with the temperature dropping to 17.1 degrees Celsius on Sunday.
Applying for a passport? Avoid these common mistakes
Applying for an Indian passport can be a complicated affair, especially if you make a mistake.
No more loudspeaker nuisance: Railways warns of ₹1,000 fine, removal
The Southern Railway has issued a warning to passengers against playing music or videos on their phones in speaker mode.
Magistrate alleges threats received over CJP leaders' detention; FIR filed
The Special Executive Magistrate (SEM) hearing the case of Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) leaders Ashutosh Ranka and Saurav Das has alleged that anonymous people were threatening him to release them.
CJP accuses authorities of deliberately delaying leaders' release
The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has accused authorities of deliberately delaying the release of its leaders Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka.
Kolkata Durga Puja stampede: 7 accused sent to 10-day custody
A local court in Kolkata has remanded seven accused in the Durga Puja pandal stampede to 10 days of police custody. The incident, which took place on Saturday evening, claimed the lives of 19 people.
Army officer's wife held for allegedly sharing information with spies
The wife of a senior Army officer in Jammu and Kashmir has been charged by the local police for allegedly sharing sensitive information with foreign intelligence operatives, NDTV reported.
Kolkata Durga Puja stampede: Announcement triggered chaos
A stampede at the Chorbagan Durga Puja pandal in north Kolkata on Saturday evening left 19 dead and 25 injured.
Greater Noida family death: Suicide suspected in deaths
The five members of a family found dead in Greater Noida on Saturday are suspected to have died by suicide, India Today reported, citing the police.
Kolkata stampede: 7 people arrested, including puja committee members
Seven people have been arrested in connection with a deadly stampede at a Durga Puja pandal in Kolkata.
IMD predicts heavy rainfall in southern India
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted heavy to very heavy rainfall in parts of southern India on Sunday, October 18.
Kolkata Durga Puja stampede: Eyewitnesses blame narrow gates, no lighting
A stampede-like situation at the Chorbagan Sarbojanin Durga Puja pandal in North Kolkata on Saptami evening left at least 19 dead and around 25 injured (with some reports claiming the injured numbered 35).
Kolkata Durga Puja stampede: 19 dead, 25 injured
A stampede at the Chorebagan Durga Pujapandal in Kolkata on Saturday evening left 19 dead and 25 injured.
MP: 12 dead, several injured as truck runs over devotees
At least 12 people were killed and several others injured when a truck lost control and ran over devotees on Saturday near the Sheetla Mata Temple in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh.
17 dead, including child, in Kolkata Durga Puja stampede
A stampede at the Chor Bagan Sarbojanin Durga Puja Pandal in North Kolkata on Saturday evening left 17 people dead and several injured.
Court orders Abhijeet Dipke's conditional release
A Delhi court ordered the conditional release of Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke on Saturday.
Fortis Hospital, Mulund's kitchen shut over cockroaches, fungus-infested containers
The Food and Drugs Administration (FDA) has suspended the food business license of the kitchen at Fortis Hospital in Mulund, Mumbai.
Greater Noida: 5 family members found dead after noodles meal
Five members of a family were found dead at their home in Greater Noida's Rabupura area on Saturday morning.
Internet access a fundamental right for children: Supreme Court
The Supreme Court has ruled that internet access and usage are a fundamental right under Articles 21 and 19(1)(a) of the Constitution.
No footpaths near Delhi HC, SC warns of dharna
The Supreme Court has expressed its displeasure over the absence of proper footpaths and pedestrian crossings near the Delhi High Court.
IMD predicts break in rain for Delhi-NCR on Saturday
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted a break in the recent spell of rain for Delhi-NCR on Saturday.
Rajasthan: 7 dead, 10 injured in Delhi-Mumbai Expressway accident
A tragic accident occurred on the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway in Rajasthan's Kota district on Saturday morning.
India rejects UN report on youth facing retaliation, stigma
India has rejected the claims of United Nations Special Rapporteur Gina Romero that young people in the country face retaliation or stigmatization for discussing mental health or gender justice.
Gujarat: 5 killed, 6 injured in chemical plant blast
A reactor blast at a chemical plant in Gujarat's Bharuch district killed five workers and injured six others late Friday night.
'Lehra do Tiranga': Court appearance for Dipke; Neha Bora released
The Delhi Police on Saturday detained Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke and All India Students' Association (AISA) president Neha Bora under preventive provisions on October 16.
Centre amends Census rules, private teachers can now be enumerators
The central government has amended the Census Rules, 1990, to widen the categories of people eligible for appointment as enumerators.
Dipke, Neha Bora detained amid Tiranga protest march
The Delhi Police have taken CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke into preventive custody amid the Cockroach Janta Party's Lehra Do Tiranga protest march.
Meerut lovers death sentenced for killing husband, then staging snakebite
A Meerut court has sentenced Ravita and her lover, Amardeep, to death for the murder of her husband, Amit Kashyap, in April 2025.
'Don't hold Tiranga march': Cops tell Dipke at his residence
Delhi Police visited the residence of Abhijeet Dipke, the founder of the Cockroach Janta Party, to tell him not to carry out his proposed "Tiranga Yatra."
Cops at Abhijeet Dipke's residence ahead of CJP's 'Tiranga march'
Delhi Police personnel have arrived at the residence of NCP (SP) spokesperson Anish Gawande, where Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke is staying, just hours ahead of the 'Lehra Do Tiranga' march at Central Park in Connaught Place.
We'll act if 'Tiranga protest' causes unlawful business loss: SC
The Supreme Court has observed that it will exercise its powers if there is any unlawful loss of business caused by the shutdown of Connaught Place, Delhi.
Supreme Court refuses to intervene in 'Lehra do Tiranga' march
The Supreme Court has refused to pass interim orders on the Cockroach Janta Party's (CJP) Lehra do Tiranga march in Delhi.
IMD: Temperatures to remain relatively low in Delhi-NCR, North India
North India is witnessing a sudden change in weather, with a noticeable chill in the air.
Journalist, Sanjay Raut face contempt proceedings over remarks against CJI
The Attorney General for India, R Venkataramani, has approved a criminal contempt of court case against journalist Nikhil Wagle and Shiv Sena (UBT) Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Raut.
How to fix mistakes on your PAN card
The Permanent Account Number (PAN) card is an important document for financial transactions in India. However, mistakes in PAN card details can cause problems.