India News
Bareilly Medical Firm Charged for Illegal Distribution of Codeine Syrup Worth Rs 96.67 Lakh
Dec 04, 2025 03:10 am CST
A Bareilly-based medical supply company, Extreme Health Solutions, is facing legal charges after FSDA officials discovered the illegal sale of over 62,000 bottles of codeine-based cough syrup. The proprietor, Rahul Sabharwal, failed to provide sales documentation for narcotic medications valued at nearly Rs 97 lakh, highlighting a larger concern about illegal pharmaceutical trading in the region.
Mamata Banerjee Distances Herself from MLA's Babri Mosque Replica Proposal Amid Political Tensions in Bengal
Dec 04, 2025 03:10 am CST
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has reportedly expressed strong disapproval of Trinamool Congress MLA Humayun Kabir's proposal to build a Babri Masjid replica in Murshidabad. The controversial plan has drawn criticism from Bengal Governor Ananda Bose and created tension within the party, with speculation suggesting Kabir's move may be politically motivated to secure an election ticket from Murshidabad's Rejinagar seat.
India Reports Export Recovery in November Following October Decline: Commerce Minister Goyal Reveals Trade Resilience
Dec 04, 2025 03:08 am CST
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal announces significant export growth in November, offsetting October's 12% decline. Despite global economic challenges, India maintains positive trade momentum while pursuing multiple free trade agreements with international partners. The country's economy shows strength with 8.2% Q2 growth, though the rupee reaches historic low against US dollar.
Indian Navy Chief Highlights Maritime Role in India's Development Journey Towards Viksit Bharat 2047
Dec 04, 2025 03:06 am CST
Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi emphasized the critical role of maritime security in India's development journey toward becoming Viksit Bharat by 2047 during a naval demonstration in Thiruvananthapuram. President Droupadi Murmu witnessed the event commemorating Navy Day, as the Admiral reaffirmed the Navy's commitment to protecting India's maritime interests with a combat-ready and future-oriented force.
Supreme Court Judge Declares: Disability Inclusion Affirms Equal Personhood, Not Charity
Dec 04, 2025 02:56 am CST
Supreme Court Justice Vikram Nath, speaking at a NALSA webinar, emphasized that disability inclusion represents an affirmation of equal personhood rather than charity. He called for accessible legal services, mandatory disability sensitization training, and availability of legal information in multiple formats to ensure justice becomes truly inclusive for persons with disabilities.
Jharkhand High Court Exempts CM Hemant Soren From Personal Appearance in ED Land Scam Case
Dec 04, 2025 02:45 am CST
The Jharkhand High Court has granted relief to Chief Minister Hemant Soren by exempting him from making personal appearances before the MP-MLA Court in an Enforcement Directorate case related to an alleged land scam. Justice Anil Kumar Choudhary ruled that Soren can be represented by his legal counsel instead of appearing in person, following his petition challenging the lower court's order.
DGCA Investigates IndiGo's Mass Flight Cancellations and Delays Due to Crew Shortage Crisis
Dec 04, 2025 02:40 am CST
India's aviation regulator DGCA has launched an investigation into IndiGo airlines following over 100 flight cancellations and numerous delays caused primarily by crew shortages. The airline has implemented schedule adjustments for 48 hours while the DGCA demands explanations and mitigation plans. November saw 1,232 flight cancellations with 755 attributed to crew and Flight Duty Time Limitations constraints, resulting in on-time performance dropping from 84.1% in October to 67.7% in November.
Jaishankar Warns US and Europe: Restricting Skilled Immigration Will Make You "Net Losers" in Global Economy
Dec 04, 2025 02:35 am CST
India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar cautions Western nations against tightening immigration rules for skilled professionals, arguing that restricting talent mobility undermines economic interests while emphasizing democratic freedoms and the need for balanced approaches to global workforce management in an era of advanced manufacturing.
Lawyer Forcibly Removed from Supreme Court After Disrupting Chief Justice's Proceedings
Dec 04, 2025 02:32 am CST
A female lawyer was escorted out of the Supreme Court in New Delhi after persistently disrupting proceedings in Chief Justice Surya Kant's courtroom. Despite being advised to follow proper procedures for her unlisted case concerning a friend's murder, she refused to stop her oral presentation, leading to her removal by court marshals amid dramatic scenes.
Gautam Adani and Chandrababu Naidu Meet in Amaravati to Discuss Strategic Infrastructure Projects and Investments in Andhra Pradesh
Dec 04, 2025 02:28 am CST
Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani met with Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu in Amaravati to discuss key infrastructure projects and investment opportunities. The meeting, also attended by Karan Adani and Minister Nara Lokesh, focused on ongoing developments and future growth plans for the state, strengthening the partnership between Adani Group and Andhra Pradesh.