Kolkata Police has established a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to examine the circumstances surrounding a devastating fire that destroyed approximately 4,000 Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) stored in a government building in the city’s Alipore area. The incident has triggered widespread concern and intensified scrutiny over how the blaze spread through the structure, particularly because the...
The ongoing investigation into the controversial Dharmasthala case has entered a new phase after fresh allegations surfaced before the Karnataka High Court, prompting renewed political debate and public scrutiny. Karnataka Home Minister Priyank Kharge has stated that the Special Investigation Team (SIT) handling the matter will formally respond to questions raised by the court rather...
Murari Babu, a former official who had been accused in the high-profile Sabarimala gold loss case, has died at the age of 54. His death marks a significant development in a case that attracted widespread public attention and raised serious concerns about the management and accountability of valuable assets associated with one of India’s most...
In a significant development concerning the electoral process and judicial intervention in election-related disputes, the Supreme Court on Thursday dismissed a petition filed by Congress leader Meenakshi Natarajan challenging the rejection of her nomination papers for the Rajya Sabha elections. The apex court observed that the appropriate forum for addressing such grievances lies with the...
A major security alert at Lucknow’s Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport led to the temporary suspension of two IndiGo flights after a handwritten bomb threat message was reportedly discovered inside an aircraft lavatory. The incident triggered immediate security protocols, resulting in extensive inspections, passenger screening, and a coordinated response from airport authorities and security agencies....
A devastating fire tore through a residential building in Delhi’s Tughlakabad area, resulting in multiple deaths and injuries while triggering a large-scale emergency response. The incident unfolded during the early hours, catching many residents off guard and plunging the neighborhood into panic as flames rapidly spread through the structure. According to officials, emergency services were...
A recent incident aboard the Delhi Metro has ignited widespread discussion on social media after a woman alleged that she was harassed and physically touched by a fellow passenger because of the clothes she was wearing. The episode has once again brought attention to issues surrounding personal freedom, public behavior, and the challenges women often...
In a significant ruling highlighting the importance of timely emergency medical care, a consumer dispute redressal commission has directed a private hospital to pay ₹15 lakh in compensation to the family of a woman whose life could not be saved after an alleged delay in arranging an ambulance transfer. The commission concluded that the hospital’s...
The Union Cabinet has unanimously adopted a resolution congratulating Prime Minister Narendra Modi, praising his leadership and acknowledging the government’s achievements across multiple sectors. The resolution reflects the Cabinet’s collective endorsement of the administration’s governance initiatives, economic reforms, welfare measures, and India’s growing stature on the global stage. The resolution was passed during a Cabinet...
In a significant crackdown on international drug trafficking, customs authorities at Delhi’s international airport have seized hydroponic cannabis valued at approximately ₹5.38 crore. The narcotic substance was allegedly concealed inside imported geysers, indicating a sophisticated attempt to evade security checks and customs scrutiny. The seizure has once again highlighted the growing challenge posed by organized...