India

Suspected Militants Launch Rocket Attack in Manipur; One Senior Citizen Killed, Six Injured

07 Sep 2024 09:23 AM IST

Suspected militants launched a deadly attack, deploying long-range rockets in two locations within Bishnupur District, causing significant civilian casualties. In Moirang Phiwangbam Leikai, 78-year-old senior citizen RK Rabei tragically lost his life, while six other civilians sustained injuries in Moirang Khoiru Leikai.

BJP’s Haryana Candidate List Strikes Caste Balance, Faces Congress Criticism for Nepotism and Turncoats

07 Sep 2024 09:17 AM IST

Rahul Gandhi has been a strong advocate for the backward classes and Dalits, even going as far as calling for Dalit representation in the Miss India contest, which has stirred debate. Amid the opposition's call for a caste census, the BJP’s release of its first list of 67 candidates for

Tripura CM Manik Saha Announces ₹564 Crore Relief Package for Flood-Affected Areas

07 Sep 2024 08:33 AM IST

Manik Saha announced a special package of ₹564 crore on Friday to aid the state's flood-affected areas and people. Speaking on the third day of the Tripura Legislative Assembly, CM Saha highlighted the severe damage caused by recent floods, which affected roads, bridges, power lines, agriculture, fish ponds, animal resources,

Pune Porsche Hit-and-Run Case: Police Verify Interrogation of NCP MLA Sunil Tingre

07 Sep 2024 04:27 AM IST

On Friday, Pune city police confirmed that they have questioned National Congress Party (NCP) MLA Sunil Tingre in connection with the Porsche car accident case.Police Commissioner Amitesh Kumar stated, "Yes, we have inquired about everyone directly or indirectly involved in the Porsche car case, including MLA Sunil Tingre."

JP Nadda: “Bihar is Advancing on the Path of Development”

07 Sep 2024 04:13 AM IST

On Friday, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) National President and Union Minister JP Nadda emphasized the importance of maintaining the current government in Bihar to drive the state’s development. Praising Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Nadda highlighted that under his leadership, Bihar is progressing on the development path.

Vistara Flight Forced to Make Emergency Landing in Turkey Following Bomb Threat

07 Sep 2024 03:13 AM IST

A Vistara Airlines flight from Mumbai to Frankfurt, carrying 234 passengers and 13 crew members, made an emergency landing in Erzurum, Turkey, on Friday. The incident occurred after a crew member discovered a note in the plane’s toilet claiming there was a bomb on board.

ED Raids 11 Places In Connection With RG Kar Medical College Anti-Graft Probe

07 Sep 2024 01:56 AM IST

Enforcement Directorate raids 11 locations over financial irregularities at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital, detains aide Prasun Chatterjee. Protests erupt across West Bengal demanding justice for the raped and murdered junior doctor, with BJP accusing police of evidence tampering.

Bengal Governor, Trinamool Spar Over Anti-rape Aparajita Bill

07 Sep 2024 01:49 AM IST

West Bengal Governor C.V. Ananda Bose and the Trinamool Congress are at odds over the Aparajita Women and Child Bill, 2024. The Governor demands a technical report, calling the Bill a political gimmick, while the Trinamool Congress accuses him of insensitivity towards the recent rape and murder victim.

Secessionist Ideologue Sarjan Barkati Files Papers From Ganderbal Seat

07 Sep 2024 01:43 AM IST

Jailed Kashmiri cleric Sarjan Ahmad Wagay, known as Sarjan Barkati, files nominations for Ganderbal and Beerwah constituencies after his earlier nomination from Zainpora was rejected.

BJP Manifesto Focuses On Youth, Women, Farmers

07 Sep 2024 01:37 AM IST

"The BJP's new manifesto for Jammu and Kashmir, unveiled by Amit Shah, emphasizes the revocation of Article 370 as a major achievement and outlines promises for development, job creation, and women's welfare."

Jharkhand Cabinet Reduces Maiyan Yojna Age Limit To Benefit Women

07 Sep 2024 00:59 AM IST

The Jharkhand Cabinet reduced the minimum age limit for the Mukhyamantri Maiyan Samman Yojna from 21 to 18, increasing the number of women eligible for benefits by 800,000.

Bajrang Punia Takes Charge As Working Chairman of All India Kisan Congress

06 Sep 2024 22:42 PM IST

Hours after joining the Congress party, Olympic wrestler Bajrang Punia was made the working chairman of the All India Kisan Congress on Friday. Announcing the development, Congress general secretary KC Venugopal tweeted: “Hon’ble Congress President has approved the proposal of the appointment of Shri Bajrang Punia as the Working Chairman