Goa Congress leader Dr Ketan Bhatikar, aged 38, died after a suspected snakebite incident near the Goa–Karnataka border on Thursday night, police officials confirmed on Friday. His sudden demise has triggered shock across the state’s political circles, with party leaders and supporters expressing deep grief over the loss of a prominent and rising political figure....
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially announced that the NEET UG 2026 re-examination will be conducted on June 21, following the cancellation of the original exam conducted on May 3. The decision comes after allegations of a large-scale question paper leak and examination irregularities, which triggered widespread concern among medical aspirants across the country....
In a significant development impacting millions of consumers across the country, petrol and diesel prices have been increased by ₹3 per litre, marking a fresh rise in fuel costs just days after the government urged citizens to reduce fuel consumption and adopt austerity measures. The revised prices, implemented by state-run oil marketing companies, took effect...
Authorities have made significant progress in the investigation into the blast incident linked to the Jalandhar-based Border Security Force (BSF) headquarters, with the arrest of two individuals suspected of involvement in the case. The development has intensified security concerns, particularly after emerging indications of possible cross-border connections. According to officials familiar with the investigation, the...
A horrific road accident on a highway in Gujarat claimed the lives of four passengers after a luxury bus collided with a stationary or slow-moving tanker, triggering a massive fire that engulfed the vehicle within moments. Several other passengers are believed to have sustained injuries in the incident, while rescue teams rushed to the spot...
A powerful explosion tore through a firecracker manufacturing unit in the Dewas district of Madhya Pradesh on Thursday, triggering a fierce blaze that rapidly engulfed the facility and surrounding sections of the industrial site. Authorities have feared multiple casualties, although official confirmation on the number of injured or deceased is still awaited as rescue operations...
In a significant development in the high-profile Delhi blast investigation, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) has submitted an extensive 7,500-page chargesheet against 10 accused individuals, marking a crucial stage in the probe into the deadly explosion that shook the national capital. The chargesheet, filed before a special court after months of detailed investigation, reportedly contains...
Russia unleashed one of its most intense aerial attacks on Ukraine in recent months, targeting Kyiv and surrounding regions with waves of drones and missiles shortly after a temporary ceasefire came to an end. Ukrainian authorities reported that at least one person was killed while dozens of civilians were injured as explosions echoed across the...
The West Bengal government has issued a directive making the singing of ‘Vande Mataram’ compulsory during morning assemblies in all state-run and state-aided schools across the state. The order, which has come into immediate effect, has sparked fresh political and cultural discussions surrounding nationalism, education, and identity in the state. According to the official communication...
The Indian government has decided to continue restrictions on sugar exports until September 30, extending its policy aimed at safeguarding domestic supplies and keeping retail prices under control. The move comes as authorities remain cautious about food inflation, changing weather conditions, and the impact of fluctuating agricultural output on the country’s sugar balance. The export...