A private double-decker bus travelling from Bahraich in Uttar Pradesh towards Punjab overturned in Sambhal district early Sunday, leaving three passengers dead and more than 25 others injured, according to police officials. The bus was reportedly carrying around 150 people, including several migrant workers returning to Punjab after visiting their native places. The accident took place in the Chandausi tehsil...
Two Indian Seafarers Missing After Jumping Into Black Sea Following Drone Attack on Cargo Ship
Two Indian seafarers have gone missing in the Black Sea after reportedly jumping into the water when their cargo vessel came under attack from drones while sailing near the mouth of the Danube River, authorities said on Monday. The missing crew members have been identified as Chandra Ram Dubey and Deepak Kumar Gupta. They were among four Indian nationals serving...
Tamil Nadu Farmers Urge CM Vijay to Reject Karnataka Talks Over Mekedatu Dam, Cauvery Water
Representatives of several farmers’ organisations in Tamil Nadu have urged Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay to decline an invitation from the Karnataka government for bilateral discussions on the proposed Mekedatu dam project and other issues concerning the sharing of Cauvery river water. The demand comes amid renewed tensions between the two neighbouring southern states over the long-running Cauvery water dispute....
Mumbai Model Rhiya Ahir Files Cyberbullying Complaint After Viral Protest Incident
Mumbai-based model Rhiya Yadav Ahir has approached the Maharashtra Police cyber cell, alleging that she has faced sustained online harassment, bullying, abuse, slut-shaming and defamatory content following her intervention during a protest in the city last week. The 27-year-old model, who became widely known on social media after a photograph showed her standing in front of a police van carrying...
Rajnath Singh Warns Pakistan of Strong Response, Says Military and Terror Groups Cannot Be Viewed Separately
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has issued a strong warning to Pakistan, saying India will respond firmly to any future threat to its sovereignty and security. Speaking at the 27th Kargil Vijay Diwas celebrations in Dras, Singh said the experience of the Kargil War and subsequent developments had demonstrated the need for India to remain constantly prepared to deal with threats...
Former KPSC Chief Faces Fresh Probe Over Alleged Veterinary Officer Recruitment Scam
Former Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC) chairman Shivaraj Shankarappa Sahukar is facing a fresh investigation over alleged irregularities in the recruitment of veterinary officers, adding to the controversies surrounding his tenure at the state’s premier recruitment body. The Vidhana Soudha police have registered a First Information Report (FIR) against Sahukar, certain KPSC members and other individuals following a complaint alleging...
Punjab Paper Leak Row Intensifies as BJP Demands Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains’ Resignation
The political controversy over alleged examination irregularities in Punjab has intensified, with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) demanding the resignation of state Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains. The demand has gained momentum following the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, which has once again brought the issue of examination integrity and accountability into the national political spotlight. The BJP...
Chhattisgarh’s ₹17.24 Crore Snakebite Compensation Scam: Fake Death Records Expose Massive Fraud Network in Bilaspur
A major compensation fraud worth ₹17.24 crore has come to light in Chhattisgarh’s Bilaspur district, where investigators have uncovered an alleged criminal network that manipulated official records to falsely classify deaths as snakebite fatalities in order to claim government compensation. The investigation has led to the arrest of multiple individuals from different professions, including doctors, lawyers, revenue department employees and...
Apara Mehta recalls dangerous fan frenzy during Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi era: ‘I was burned with a cigarette’
Veteran television actor Apara Mehta has opened up about one of the most frightening experiences of her career, recalling how overwhelming fan admiration during the peak popularity of Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi turned into a dangerous ordeal. The actor revealed that she was once mobbed by an uncontrollable crowd, suffered a cigarette burn, and even faced an attempt...
‘Karisma Kapoor Was Hardworking But Had a Lot of Attitude’: Shagufta Ali Reflects on Hero No. 1 Days and Govinda Pairing
Veteran actor Shagufta Ali has shared her memories of working alongside Karisma Kapoor in the 1997 blockbuster Hero No. 1, offering candid observations about the actress’s personality and professional approach during the peak of her career. While acknowledging Karisma’s dedication and commitment to her craft, Shagufta claimed that the actress displayed considerable attitude on set and described her as “overly...