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09 Feb 2025

Shraddha Walkar

Shraddha Walkar's father dies of heart attack awaiting daughter's ashes

Vikas Walkar, the father of murder victim Shraddha Walkar, died of a heart attack in Vasai, Maharashtra.

09 Feb 2025

Bangladesh

Bangladesh launches 'Operation Devil Hunt' after attack on ex-minister's house

Bangladesh's interim government has launched a nationwide security operation, codenamed "Operation Devil Hunt," after the home of former minister AKM Mozammel Haque was attacked.

09 Feb 2025

Prayagraj

What caused fire at Kalpvasi tent at Maha Kumbh Mela

A fire broke out in a "kalpvasi" tent at the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj on Sunday after a gas cylinder leaked.

09 Feb 2025

Madhya Pradesh

MP dam project could submerge critical tiger corridor: NTCA

The proposed Morand-Ganjal Irrigation Project in Madhya Pradesh has raised concerns from the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA).

09 Feb 2025

Jammu And Kashmir

Vaishno Devi: Liquor, non-veg food ban extended for 2 months

The ban on the sale, possession, and consumption of liquor and non-vegetarian food near the Vaishno Devi shrine has been extended for two more months.

09 Feb 2025

Dalai Lama

Dalai Lama's elder brother, Gyalo Thondup, dies at 97

Gyalo Thondup, the elder brother of the Dalai Lama and a prominent figure in Tibetan politics and diplomacy, has passed away at the age of 97.

09 Feb 2025

Chhattisgarh

31 Maoists, 2 jawans killed at Indravati National Park

Two security personnel and 31 Maoists were killed in a gunfight at Indravati National Park in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur district, the police said on Sunday.

09 Feb 2025

Benjamin Netanyahu

Former Israeli Defence Minister confirms use of Hannibal Directive

In a recent interview with Israel's Channel 12, former Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant confirmed the use of the contentious Hannibal Directive during a Hamas-led attack on October 7, 2023.

09 Feb 2025

Donald Trump

Trump reveals he has spoken with Putin over Ukraine conflict

United States President Donald Trump has disclosed that he is in discussions with Russian President Vladimir Putin to negotiate an end to the ongoing war in Ukraine.

08 Feb 2025

Droupadi Murmu

Rashtrapati Bhavan's change of guard ceremony to be revamped

The Rashtrapati Bhavan has announced a new format for the weekly change of guard ceremony, which will make its debut on February 22.

08 Feb 2025

Punjab

Potash reserves discovered in Punjab; why it's significant

The Punjab government announced plans on Thursday to start potash mining in the Fazilka and Sri Muktsar Sahib districts.

08 Feb 2025

Canada

Kerala's birth rate hits 20-year low, 'serious issue' says government

Kerala has witnessed a sharp decline in its birth rate over the last two decades, hitting a 20-year low.

08 Feb 2025

Uttar Pradesh

Delhi man alleges sexual assault by UP mahant

A shocking incident has emerged from Barsana, Uttar Pradesh, where a Delhi youth who wanted to become a sannyasi was allegedly sexually assaulted.

08 Feb 2025

Amritsar

SC lawyer petitions NHRC over Indian deportees' treatment

Supreme Court lawyer Virendra Vashistha has approached the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) over the treatment of Indian migrants deported from the United States.

08 Feb 2025

Tamil Nadu

'Can't sit on bills...': Supreme Court slams Tamil Nadu Governor

The Supreme Court has slammed Tamil Nadu Governor RN Ravi for withholding assent to state bills without communication, resulting in a legislative deadlock.

07 Feb 2025

Bangladesh

23 Hindus killed, 123 temples attacked in Bangladesh: Government 

The Indian government has expressed its concerns over the rising violence against Hindus and other minorities in Bangladesh.

07 Feb 2025

India

Easy steps to register for India's Disability Pension Scheme

The process of registering for a disability pension scheme in India may initially appear complex.

07 Feb 2025

India

Your easy guide to the National Family Benefit Scheme application

The National Family Benefit Scheme (NFBS) provides a crucial financial lifeline for bereaved families in India who have lost the primary breadwinner, with a one-time payment of ₹20,000.

07 Feb 2025

India

How to update nominee details in your EPF account

Updating nominee details in your EPF account is crucial to avoid any hassles in the transfer of your hard-earned savings to the intended person in case of any unfortunate event.

07 Feb 2025

India

Step-by-step process to fill Senior Citizens Savings Scheme application form

Applying for the Senior Citizens Saving Scheme (SCSS) doesn't have to be overwhelming.

07 Feb 2025

China

Why Indian Army has canceled ₹230 crore drone contracts 

The Indian Army has canceled ₹230 crore worth contracts for the procurement of 400 drones over alleged use of Chinese components.

07 Feb 2025

Tamil Nadu

Woman cop allegedly assaulted by DMK ally leader inside station 

A female sub-inspector in Sivaganga district, Tamil Nadu, was allegedly assaulted inside the Somanathapuram police station near Karaikudi on Thursday.

07 Feb 2025

Abhishek Manu Singhvi

Karnataka HC dismisses plea seeking CBI probe into MUDA scam 

The Karnataka High Court has dismissed a petition seeking transfer of Mysore Urban Development Authority (MUDA) scam investigation involving Chief Minister Siddaramaiah to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI).

07 Feb 2025

Narendra Modi

Another fire breaks out at Maha Kumbh Mela 

A fire broke out at the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh on Friday. The incident took place in Sector 18 of the Maha Kumbh Nagar area. Several fire engines were rushed to the spot to douse the flames.

07 Feb 2025

Kolkata

Furious over leave rejection, Bengal government employee stabs 4 colleagues 

A West Bengal government employee was arrested on Thursday after he allegedly stabbed at least four of his colleagues at the Karigari Bhavan office in Kolkata's Newtown area.

07 Feb 2025

Delhi

Delhi, Noida schools, St Stephen's College receive bomb threat 

Ahlcon International School in East Delhi and Shiv Nadar School in Noida received bomb threats through email on Friday.

06 Feb 2025

Indian Government

Modi government mulling law to ensure safe, orderly overseas migration

The Indian government is considering a new law, the "Overseas Mobility (Facilitation and Welfare) Bill, 2024," to facilitate safe and orderly migration for overseas employment.

06 Feb 2025

Amritsar

'Paid ₹1cr, sold lands': Deported Indians lament crushed American dream

In a major crackdown on illegal immigration, a United States military plane carrying 104 deported Indian migrants landed in Amritsar on February 5.

06 Feb 2025

Bipin Rawat

IAF Mirage 2000 fighter jet crashes in Madhya Pradesh

A Mirage 2000 fighter aircraft of the Indian Air Force (IAF) crashed near Shivpuri in Madhya Pradesh on Thursday.

06 Feb 2025

Uttar Pradesh

UP Cabinet approves new excise policy; alcohol price to increase

The Uttar Pradesh Cabinet has approved a new Excise Policy for the fiscal year 2025-26.

06 Feb 2025

Central Government

Discovery+ staff threatened over Asaram Bapu documentary; SC orders protection   

The Supreme Court of India has directed police protection for staff members of Discovery Communications India after the company's employees were allegedly threatened following the release of their documentary series, Cult of Fear: Asaram Bapu.

06 Feb 2025

Donald Trump

Centre working on law for safe migration amid US deportation 

The Indian government is considering a new law to facilitate safe and regulated migration for overseas employment.

06 Feb 2025

Donald Trump

Jaishankar meets Modi amid uproar over deportation of 104 Indians

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday to discuss the recent deportation of 104 Indians from the United States.

06 Feb 2025

M K Stalin

Minor student gang-raped by her 3 teachers in Tamil Nadu 

In a shocking incident, a 13-year-old schoolgirl was allegedly gang-raped by three teachers of her government school in Tamil Nadu's Krishnagiri district.

06 Feb 2025

Brazil

'Handcuffed, tied with chains': Indians deported from US share ordeal 

A total of 104 Indians were deported from the United States Tuesday night on a military aircraft as US President Donald Trump makes migration control a top priority. They reached Amritsar on Wednesday.

'Transfer or retire': Tirupati temple to 18 non-Hindu employees  

The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) board has reportedly launched disciplinary action against 18 of its employees for following non-Hindu traditions.

05 Feb 2025

Chennai

Chennai: Teen waiting for bus abducted, sexually assaulted inside auto-rickshaw 

An 18-year-old girl from Assam was abducted and sexually assaulted late Monday night near the Kilambakkam bus terminus in Chennai.

05 Feb 2025

Amritsar

63 of 100+ Indian deportees are from Gujarat, Haryana, Punjab  

A group of Indian nationals, who were illegally residing in the United States, arrived at Shri Guru Ramdas Ji International Airport in Amritsar on Wednesday.

05 Feb 2025

Agartala

Bangladesh resumes visa services from Agartala mission after 2 months

The Bangladesh Assistant High Commission in Agartala, Tripura, has resumed its visa and consular services after a two-month hiatus.

05 Feb 2025

Odisha

Odisha: Goods train derails, crashes into residential area

A freight train derailed and crashed into a residential colony in Rourkela, Odisha, on Wednesday morning.