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Seven More Maoists Including IED Expert Tech Shankar Killed in Andhra Pradesh Following Madvi Hidma's Encounter
Nov 19, 2025 03:02 pm CST
In a major anti-Maoist operation following top leader Madvi Hidma's death, security forces eliminated seven more Maoists including IED specialist Tech Shankar in Andhra Pradesh's Alluri Sitharama Raju district. This operation is part of a month-long intelligence-driven campaign that has resulted in 50 arrests across multiple districts, with significant weapons recovery. Hidma's group was linked to several deadly attacks including the 2010 Dantewada massacre and carried a Rs 1 crore bounty.
Congress Criticizes PM Modi's "Petty" Ramnath Goenka Lecture While Questioning Tharoor's Praise
Nov 19, 2025 02:54 pm CST
The Congress party has publicly criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent address at the Ramnath Goenka Lecture as "petty," while expressing bewilderment at senior party member Shashi Tharoor's praise for the speech. Congress spokesperson Supriya Shrinate questioned why the Prime Minister failed to address fair journalism concerns while continuing to criticize the opposition. This incident highlights ongoing tensions within Congress and between India's major political parties, as Tharoor's independent stance continues to raise eyebrows within his own party.
Indian Security Agencies Thwart Online Radicalization Attempt Linked to Jaish-e-Mohammad
Nov 19, 2025 02:33 pm CST
Security agencies successfully prevented an online radicalization campaign originating from Pakistan that targeted youth in Jammu districts. The operation was connected to an investigation of a Jaish-e-Mohammad terror module involved in the Delhi blast, revealing sophisticated recruitment strategies including a women's brigade led by the sister of Jaish chief Masood Azhar.
Zoho CEO Sridhar Vembu Sparks Debate on Early Marriage and Career-Family Balance for Young Professionals
Nov 19, 2025 02:29 pm CST
Zoho co-founder Sridhar Vembu has ignited online controversy by advocating for young people to marry and have children in their twenties as a "demographic duty," facing pushback from those citing economic pressures and career concerns. His advice comes amid his own publicized divorce battle involving allegations of asset transfers and abandonment, raising questions about work-life balance in modern India.
RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat's First Visit to Manipur Since 2023 Ethnic Violence: Scheduled Meetings with Community Leaders
Nov 19, 2025 02:09 pm CST
RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat will visit Manipur from November 20-22, his first trip since ethnic violence erupted in 2023. During the three-day visit connected to RSS centenary celebrations, he will meet with entrepreneurs, tribal leaders, and prominent citizens in Imphal, but has no scheduled visits to relief camps housing thousands displaced by the conflict that has claimed over 260 lives.
RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat: Muslims and Christians Who Worship India Are Also Hindus - Understanding Hindu Identity Beyond Religious Boundaries
Nov 19, 2025 02:09 pm CST
RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat redefines Hindu identity as inclusive of all who worship India and follow its culture, regardless of religious practices. During a gathering in Assam, he emphasized that Hinduism transcends religious connotations and outlined five key social transformations for national development while highlighting the importance of preserving cultural heritage and family values.
Delhi Blast Investigation Reveals Terrorist Assembled Explosives Near Red Fort Before Fatal Attack
Nov 19, 2025 01:57 pm CST
Investigators in the Delhi blast case have discovered that suspect Umar Mohammed assembled explosives in a public parking area near Red Fort before detonating them on Netaji Subhash Marg, killing 13 people and injuring 20 others. The terrorist changed plans upon finding the monument closed and opted for a more crowded target location instead.
Tragic Murder-Suicide in Punjab: Ex-Serviceman Kills Wife and Mother-in-Law Before Taking His Own Life
Nov 19, 2025 01:53 pm CST
In a shocking incident in Punjab's Gurdaspur, an ex-serviceman working as a jail guard fatally shot his wife and mother-in-law with his government-issued AK-47 before taking his own life following a domestic dispute. Despite police efforts to negotiate his surrender for an hour, the man ultimately chose to end his life. Family members revealed the couple had experienced marital problems since their 2016 marriage, with ongoing harassment and threats preceding the tragedy.
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella's 3-Day India Visit: $3 Billion AI Investment and Strategic Partnerships
Nov 19, 2025 01:50 pm CST
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella is set to visit India for three days across Delhi, Bengaluru, and Mumbai, meeting with Prime Minister Modi and other officials. Following his previous $3 billion investment announcement for AI infrastructure and skills training, this visit highlights Microsoft's commitment to making India "AI-first" while strengthening US-India tech partnerships in the rapidly growing cloud and AI market.
Muslim Leaders Condemn Delhi Bomber's Claims: Owaisi States "Suicide Bombing Is Terrorism, Not Martyrdom"
Nov 19, 2025 01:26 pm CST
Hyderabad MP Asaduddin Owaisi has strongly condemned Delhi bomber Umar un-Nabi's justification of suicide bombing as martyrdom, stating that suicide is forbidden in Islam and killing innocents is a grave sin. Owaisi's response comes after a viral video showed the doctor-turned-terrorist attempting to legitimize suicide attacks. Muslim community leaders united in rejection of these claims, emphasizing that Islamic teachings strictly prohibit both suicide and harming civilians under any circumstance.