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Delhi diversions as Cockroach Janta Party demands Gyanesh Kumar removal
Traffic restrictions continued across Delhi for a second day as the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) protested, demanding the removal of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.
Assam dancer found dead in Srikakulam, police probe possible murder
A 20-year-old tribal dancer from Assam was found dead near a railway track in Andhra Pradesh, with her family alleging murder. She was cremated after her body was returned home.
Aged 22 graduate student dead after ₹2.5L digital arrest scam
A 22-year-old graduate student was found dead on a railway track in Patna, suspected of suicide after losing ₹2.5 lakh to cyber criminals in a "digital arrest" scam.
IMD issues yellow heat alert for Mumbai and Thane
The India Meteorological Department has issued a yellow heat alert for Mumbai and Thane, warning of hot and humid conditions as temperatures rise above normal levels.
Pavan Sai, 18, drowns at Telangana quarry after Instagram reels
An 18-year-old BTech student drowned in a quarry in Telangana's Medchal-Malkajgiri district during a photo outing inspired by Instagram reels, prompting a rescue operation.
Asaduddin Owaisi asks police over Telangana Navratri Muslim bouncers' exclusion
Allegations have emerged that dandiya event organisers in Telangana are boycotting Muslim bouncers, sparking political controversy and calls for equal employment opportunities.
Delhi Police detain about 7,000 protesters at Jantar Mantar
Delhi Police detained approximately 7,000 protestors in the capital amid demonstrations against alleged voter roll irregularities, with six officers injured during the unrest.
Police stop farmers heading to Delhi for CJP, sit-in follows
Hundreds of farmers heading to Delhi for a Cockroach Janta Party protest were halted by police at Chapargarh village and the Yamuna Expressway toll plaza, leading to skirmishes.
Haryana transfers ₹1,634cr to almost 50L social security beneficiaries
Haryana CM Nayab Saini transferred ₹1,634 crore to 50 lakh beneficiaries of social security schemes, enhancing transparency through direct benefit transfers.
Punjab Police arrest Gurnoor Sidhu, book 2 soldiers over leaks
Punjab Police arrested a woman from Faridkot and booked two army personnel for allegedly passing sensitive military information to Pakistani intelligence agencies.
Police detain protesters demanding Gyanesh Kumar resignation at Bangla Sahib
Hundreds of student protesters sought refuge in Delhi's Bangla Sahib gurdwara, while police detained those leaving, sparking tensions and allegations of unauthorized police entry.
Maharashtra proposes midday meal expansion to classes 9 and 10
The Maharashtra government is contemplating extending the mid-day meal scheme to include students up to Class 10, focusing on nutritious, locally sourced meals.
Allahabad High Court quashes Agra FIR accusing husband and family
The Allahabad High Court quashed an FIR related to dowry harassment, emphasizing that general allegations in short-term marriages don't justify criminal proceedings.
Ayodhya Ram temple earns top FSSAI Ati Vishisht safety rating
The Ram temple in Ayodhya received the highest ‘Ati Vishisht’ rating from FSSAI, scoring 103 out of 114 points for food safety and hygiene in prasad preparation.
Gujarat couple arrested after newborn girl found dead in pond
A couple in Gujarat's Panchmahal district was arrested for allegedly killing their newborn daughter, as they did not want another girl, police reported.
Ahmedabad 9-year-old girl falls into 20-foot open drain, search continues
A nine-year-old girl fell into a 20-foot-deep open drain on Narol-Pirana Road, Ahmedabad, prompting an extensive rescue operation that has been ongoing for seven hours.
Media bodies demand apology after Delhi Police detained journalists
Four media organisations condemned the detention of journalists in Delhi, alleging harassment and equipment seizure during protests against CEC Gyanesh Kumar.
SBI HDFC ICICI PNB branches in Agartala closed for Navratri
Banks like SBI, HDFC, ICICI, and PNB will be closed in Agartala for one day between October 12 and 18 due to Navratri celebrations.
CJP to protest Jantar Mantar Sunday despite over 5,000 detentions
Despite mass detentions, the Cockroach Janta Party plans to reassemble at Jantar Mantar today, demanding a rollback of the controversial voter roll revision procedures.
Delhi Police detain protesters against CEC, including Dhruv Rathee
Large-scale detentions in Delhi during a youth protest have sparked criticism from legal experts, questioning the legality of police actions beyond areas with prohibitory orders.
Delhi Police foil CJP and opposition plot in central Delhi
The government effectively pre-empted potential violence by deploying a larger police perimeter and utilizing real-time intelligence to thwart CJP and opposition plans.
Women police in pink jackets managed Delhi protest crowd control
Women police personnel, donning pink jackets, led negotiations and detentions during a protest in central Delhi, with 3,500 officers deployed to manage demonstrators.
Delhi mosques refuse police requests on protests targeting Gyanesh Kumar
Delhi mosques did not heed police requests to discourage participation in protests against CEC Gyanesh Kumar, leaving worshippers to decide independently.
Cockroach Janta Party asks Supreme Court to free detained protesters
A _habeas corpus_ petition was filed in the Supreme Court to locate and release CJP leaders Abhijeet Dipke, Saurav Das, and Ashutosh Ranka after their detention in Delhi.
Pune police detain 80 CJP activists protesting electoral roll changes
More than 80 Cockroach Janta Party activists were detained in Pune for gathering to protest against the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls and the Election Commission.
Cockroach Janta Party protest leads to over 7,000 detentions
Delhi witnessed a massive crackdown as over 7,000 protestors, including four former chief ministers, were detained amid metro shutdowns and the Chief Justice's intervention.
SC to hear contempt, detention pleas over CJP protests tomorrow
The Supreme Court will hold a special hearing on Sunday over two petitions related to the police action and transport restrictions during the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) protests in Delhi.
Peaceful protests can't be a criminal offense: Calcutta HC
The Calcutta High Court has ruled that peaceful protests cannot be considered criminal offenses simply because they are unwelcome to those in authority.
Wangchuk warns of hunger strike, padyatra if protesters not released
Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk has declared the situation in India an "undeclared emergency" after a massive crackdown by Delhi Police.
NIA to probe attack on Indian pilot aboard flydubai flight
The central government has ordered the National Investigation Agency (NIA) to probe an attack on Indian pilot Captain Smit Machchhar on board flydubai Flight 1073.
Abhijeet Dipke's grandmother passes away; family informs him in detention
Abhijeet Dipke, the founder of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), has been informed about his grandmother's death while he remains in detention in Delhi.
Cockroach Janta Party appoints new protest leader after Dipke's detention
The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has named its organization in-charge, Ajinkya Shinde, to lead a protest at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi.
Lawyers, SFI members detained trying to march to Jantar Mantar
The Delhi Police detained several members of the Students' Federation of India (SFI), other student organizations, and lawyers on Saturday.
SC contempt plea filed over metro train shutdowns
A petition has been filed in the Supreme Court, seeking contempt proceedings against authorities for allegedly violating its order during a recent protest by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP).
IMD predicts rain, thunderstorms in Delhi-NCR, Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted unsettled weather conditions across several states in India on Saturday.
Abhijeet Dipke detained from plane ahead of CJP protest
Abhijeet Dipke, the founder of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), was detained by Delhi Police on Saturday.
DMRC shuts entry-exit gates at 45 stations amid protest
The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has shut entry and exit at 45 metro stations in the national capital.
YouTuber Dhruv Rathee detained ahead of CJP protest
YouTuber Dhruv Rathee was detained by the Delhi Police from his residence in Gurugram's Sector 56 on Saturday morning, News18 reported, citing sources.
Modi a 'dictator', 'scared' of youth: CJP's Abhijeet Dipke
Abhijeet Dipke, founder of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), has accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of being a "dictator" and fearing the youth.
Delhi: At least 1,000 detained ahead of protest against CEC
Ahead of a planned protest against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), at least 1,000 people have been detained across Delhi, Hindustan Times reported.
Delhi Police deploy 35,000 personnel ahead of CJP protest: Report
The Delhi Police has launched a massive security operation ahead of the Cockroach Janta Party's (CJP) planned protest at Jantar Mantar on October 10.
JNU terminates professor accused of sexual harassment by 11 students
The Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) has terminated Professor Angomcha Bimol Akoijam, who is also a Congress MP, with immediate effect.
SC seeks 'balance' amid Delhi curbs ahead of CJP protest
The Supreme Court has taken up the issue of unprecedented restrictions in Delhi ahead of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) protest on Saturday, calling for "balance" in the approach.
'Unwarranted': India slams JD Vance's 'indentured servants' remark
India has criticized United States Vice President JD Vance for his remarks on the US decision to suspend applications under the Permanent Labor Certification (PERM) program, where he labeled H1-B workers "indentured servants."
Government caps trade margin on non-scheduled anti-cancer medicines at 30%
The government has announced a cap on trade margins for all non-scheduled anti-cancer drugs at 30% of their maximum retail price (MRP).
57 Delhi Metro stations may shut from Friday night
The Delhi Police has asked the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) to consider closing entry and exit gates at 57 metro stations from Friday night.
CJP protest: Railways cancels Delhi-bound trains on October 10
The Indian Railways has canceled all Mail and Express trains scheduled to arrive at New Delhi and Hazrat Nizamuddin railway stations between 4:00am and 2:00pm on October 10.
IMD predicts dip in temperatures in Delhi
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted a dip in temperatures for Delhi on Friday.
Indian passport renewal: 5 hacks to simplify the process
Renewing an Indian passport can be a daunting task, but with the right approach, it becomes manageable.
Airlines suspend flights to Riyadh after explosions at airport
Airlines including Air India, Akasa Air, and IndiGo have either suspended or reduced their services to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
42 ex-judges defend ECI in open letter, slam 'calculated campaign'
A group of 42 former judges and retired officials have issued an open letter, warning against the ongoing assault on constitutional institutions in India.
CJP begins protest in Bengaluru; Prakash Raj, Dhruv Rathee join
The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has begun its protest at Bengaluru's Freedom Park, with personalities such as YouTuber Dhruv Rathee, actor-activist Prakash Raj, and student leader Aishe Ghosh joining the protest.
SC orders committee formation to curb pharma's unethical marketing practices
The Supreme Court has directed the Indian government to set up a committee to recommend statutory regulations against unethical marketing practices by pharmaceutical companies.
Delhi: 5, including pregnant woman dead after four-story building collapse
The death toll in the four-story residential building collapse in Delhi's New Seemapuri area on Wednesday near Idgah Machhli Mandi has risen to five after two more bodies were recovered from the debris on Thursday.
How to register a business in India
Registering a business in India involves several steps, from choosing a business structure to completing incorporation and tax registrations.
Indian Oil official stabbed 7 times while sealing petrol pump
An Indian Oil employee, Mahesh Shelke, was stabbed seven times in Maharashtra's Hingoli district on Tuesday following a dispute over the sealing of a petrol pump.
Bihar teen sets unique record in 'Candy Crush Saga'
Shubham Kumar, a 19-year-old from Dighwara, Bihar, has made it to the International Book of Records for reaching Level 22,222 in the mobile game Candy Crush Saga.
5-story building collapses in Delhi's Seemapuri, several trapped
A five-story building collapsed in the New Seemapuri area of northeast Delhi on Wednesday afternoon, with several people trapped under the debris, IANS reported.
CJI to decide on recalling verdict in CEC appointment case
Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant has said he will examine an application seeking to recall a split verdict in the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) appointment law case.
CJP plans 'Chappal protest' in Bengaluru
The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has announced a "Chappal protest" in Bengaluru on Thursday.
India hits back at Islamic cooperation over Pakistan-occupied Kashmir remarks
India has hit back at the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) for its comments on New Delhi's actions against terror infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, saying the OIC is "unable to distinguish between the victim and perpetrator."
Due to 'unavoidable reasons': CEC Gyanesh Kumar postpones another visit
The two-day visit of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and senior Election Commission officials to Chhattisgarh has been postponed due to "unavoidable reasons."
Need to update your birth certificate? Follow these steps
Updating a birth certificate is not usually necessary unless there is an error or a significant legal change.
13 Navy men under scanner after 'Pakistan-linked spy racket' busted
A suspected espionage network linked to Pakistan has triggered a major counter-intelligence operation across India after the Andhra Pradesh Counter Intelligence (CI) Cell claimed to have busted a multi-state espionage conspiracy that had been underway for months.
NYT calls Maharashtra FDA chief Tukaram Mundhe 'rockstar;' he reacts
Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe, who has made headlines for his crackdown on food safety violations in the state, has grabbed the attention of The New York Times.
Punjab handball player falls off scooter, passing tractor crushes head
A 14-year-old handball player, identified as Anshika, died in a tragic accident in Ludhiana, Punjab, on Monday evening.
'1 nation, 1 political party': CJP's Abhijeet Dipke on notices
Abhijeet Dipke, founder of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), has accused the central government of trying to create a "one nation, one political party" system under the "One Nation, One Election" slogan.
Court grants bail to right-wing influencer Swatantra Bhardwaj
A Delhi court has granted regular bail to right-wing influencer Swatantra Bhardwaj in a case linked to an assault during Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) protests at Jantar Mantar.
'RSS go back': Protests at Kerala university's Vande Mataram seminar
The Central University of Kerala witnessed protests on Tuesday against the participation of J Nandakumar, national convener of the RSS-linked organization Prajna Pravah, at a national seminar marking the 150th anniversary of Vande Mataram.
IMD predicts thunderstorms, lightning in several states on Wednesday
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted thunderstorms with lightning and gusty winds in various parts of India on Wednesday.
Avoid these common mistakes when applying for an Indian passport
Applying for an Indian passport can be a daunting task, particularly with the document verification process.
Delhi govt puts sexual harassment-accused ACP's promotion on hold
The Delhi government has put a promotion order for Assistant Commissioner of Police (Connaught Place) Vivek Bhagat on hold.
Manipur: 71-year-old farmer abducted, killed; NSCN-IM cadres accused
Manipur's Deputy Chief Minister, Nemcha Kipgen, has condemned the murder of a 71-year-old farmer from Khunkho village in Kangpokpi district.
Water crisis in Maharashtra: 265 of 358 talukas declared drought-affected
Maharashtra is facing a severe water crisis as it enters the post-monsoon season.
One-day-old baby, MP couple's 3rd daughter, strangled inside hospital
A one-day-old infant was allegedly strangled to death at the Ashoknagar district hospital in Madhya Pradesh.
'Modified Form 6 not approved by us': Supreme Court
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant has asserted that the Supreme Court has not approved the modified Form 6, which is used for fresh voter registration.
Noida Supernova suicide: Court had ordered techie ₹15L alimony
Sambhav Jain, a 28-year-old software engineer, died by suicide at Noida's Supernova building on Sunday after jumping from the 43rd floor of the high-rise building.
Partnership with EFTA to bring in $100B investment: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday announced that the Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) between India and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) will bring in $100 billion worth of investments.
PM Modi meets Swiss President Guy Parmelin in New Delhi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Swiss President Guy Parmelin held a delegation-level meeting at Hyderabad House in New Delhi on Monday.