India News
UIDAI Launches New Aadhaar App: Revolutionary Offline Verification with Enhanced Privacy Controls
Nov 20, 2025 04:16 pm CST
The UIDAI is introducing a new Aadhaar app that revolutionizes identity verification in India through secure offline verification methods, selective data sharing options, and family management features. This paperless alternative empowers users with complete control over their personal information while maintaining accessibility across various verification scenarios, even in areas with limited connectivity.
Nitish Kumar Sworn In As Bihar Chief Minister For Record 10th Time With 19 Ministers
Nov 20, 2025 04:09 pm CST
Nitish Kumar took oath as Bihar Chief Minister for a record 10th time at Patna's Gandhi Maidan, following JDU and BJP-led NDA's landslide victory in the Assembly elections. The new cabinet includes 19 ministers with BJP claiming 14 positions and JDU holding six, while smaller allies received one berth each.
Bihar CM Nitish Kumar's Assets: Rs 1.64 Crore Including Delhi Flat and Ford EcoSport
Nov 20, 2025 03:48 pm CST
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has declared assets worth Rs 1.64 crore, including a Delhi apartment and Ford EcoSport, after being sworn in for a record 10th term following NDA's landslide victory in the 2025 Bihar Assembly elections. His declaration shows movable assets of Rs 16.97 lakh and immovable property valued at Rs 1.48 crore, with minimal growth from previous year's disclosure.
Shaadi.com Plans IPO: India's Leading Matrimonial Platform Explores Public Listing
Nov 20, 2025 03:40 pm CST
People Interactive India, operator of the popular matrimonial website Shaadi.com, is exploring an initial public offering. The Mumbai-based company has initiated discussions with investment bankers, though still in early stages. As one of India's oldest digital matchmaking services, Shaadi.com competes with publicly listed Matrimony.com and Info Edge's Jeevansathi.com, entering a robust Indian IPO market that has already raised over $19 billion this year.
Supreme Court Clarifies: No Timelines Can Bind President and Governors on Bill Approvals
Nov 20, 2025 03:37 pm CST
The Supreme Court has ruled that the President and state Governors cannot be bound by timelines for approving Bills, clarifying that their actions are not subject to judicial review until a Bill becomes law. This decisive judgment responds to President Droupadi Murmu's constitutional queries following a controversial verdict in the Tamil Nadu Governor case, reinforcing the separation of powers doctrine while acknowledging that prolonged, unexplained inaction may invite limited judicial scrutiny.
Extremist Doctor Turned Delhi Suicide Bomber: The Radicalization of Umar Un Nabi
Nov 20, 2025 03:35 pm CST
The article explores the extremist behavior and radicalization of Umar Un Nabi, a doctor who carried out a deadly suicide bombing in Delhi's Chandni Chowk that killed 13 people. It details his history of confronting female patients about religious practices at Government Medical College Anantnag, his termination following complaints, subsequent employment at Al-Falah University, and the discovery of terror propaganda he recorded before the attack.
Prashant Kishor Observes Silent Fast as Nitish Kumar Takes Oath for 10th Time as Bihar CM
Nov 20, 2025 03:17 pm CST
Prashant Kishor, founder of Jan Suraaj, held a day-long silent fast at Bhitiharwa Gandhi Ashram following his party's electoral defeat in Bihar. Meanwhile, Nitish Kumar was sworn in as Bihar Chief Minister for a historic 10th time at Patna's Gandhi Maidan, with Prime Minister Modi and other NDA leaders in attendance. Despite electoral setbacks, Kishor vowed to continue working toward Bihar's development with renewed determination.
How the Muthoot Family Built a $13 Billion Fortune From India's Gold Obsession
Nov 20, 2025 03:11 pm CST
India's Muthoot Finance has leveraged the country's deep cultural connection to gold into a thriving lending empire. As gold prices surge, this family-run business with nearly nine decades of experience offers quick loans against jewelry collateral, dominating India's shadow banking sector with outstanding loans worth 1.25 trillion rupees. Despite growing competition from both local banks and foreign investors, the Muthoot family's straightforward business model continues to flourish, with their collective fortune now exceeding $13 billion.
Maharashtra Teacher Arrested After 13-Year-Old Student Dies Following Excessive Punishment
Nov 20, 2025 02:48 pm CST
A teacher in Maharashtra's Palghar district has been arrested on charges of culpable homicide after forcing a 13-year-old girl with health issues to perform 100 sit-ups as punishment for tardiness. The Class 6 student fell ill following the incident and died seven days later in a Mumbai hospital, prompting investigations by both the education department and local authorities.
Historic Breakthrough: Indian-Born Cheetah Mukhi Delivers 5 Cubs at Kuno National Park
Nov 20, 2025 02:36 pm CST
In a landmark achievement for India's wildlife conservation efforts, Mukhi, the first Indian-born female cheetah, has given birth to five cubs at Kuno National Park in Madhya Pradesh. This historic event marks a crucial milestone for Project Cheetah, demonstrating successful adaptation and breeding of the reintroduced species, bringing hope for establishing a self-sustaining cheetah population in India after decades of extinction.