India News
Congress Commemorates Indira Gandhi's Legacy: Tributes Pour In On Birth Anniversary
Nov 19, 2025 01:10 pm CST
The Congress party commemorated Indira Gandhi's birth anniversary with tributes from key leaders including Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge. Her legacy of fearless leadership, from securing India's agricultural self-sufficiency to liberating Bangladesh, continues to inspire the party's commitment to national progress, unity and sovereign independence.
Chhattisgarh Anti-Terrorism Squad Detains Two Minors for ISIS Connections Through Social Media
Nov 19, 2025 01:00 pm CST
Chhattisgarh's Anti-Terrorism Squad has detained two minors in Raipur for alleged ISIS connections, marking the first such case in the state. The teenagers were reportedly operating under the direction of Pakistan-based ISIS modules through fake social media accounts, attempting to influence others and distribute extremist content on Instagram. Officials have charged them under UAPA provisions as investigations continue to identify potential additional radicalized individuals.
Exposed: Al Falah University's Rs 415 Crore Fraud Scheme and Terror Connections
Nov 19, 2025 12:59 pm CST
An investigation into Al Falah University has uncovered a massive financial fraud operation involving Rs 415 crore through false accreditation claims. The university's founder, Jawad Ahmed Siddiqui, has been arrested by the Enforcement Directorate amid allegations of terror financing connections following the November 10 Delhi blast that killed 13 people. Multiple university employees are implicated in the terror attack, having allegedly smuggled chemicals from campus laboratories.
Allahabad High Court Overturns 1996 Ghaziabad Bus Blast Conviction: Legal Analysis
Nov 19, 2025 12:46 pm CST
The Allahabad High Court has set aside the conviction of Mohammad Ilyas in the 1996 Ghaziabad bus bombing case that killed 18 people. The two-judge bench ruled that the prosecution failed to prove charges against the appellant, determining that the police-recorded confessional statement was inadmissible under Section 25 of the Evidence Act. This landmark ruling highlights critical evidentiary standards in India's judicial process for terrorism-related cases.
Transforming India's Export Strategy: Navigating Carbon Regulations, Digital Borders, and Regional Trade Blocs
Nov 19, 2025 12:43 pm CST
India achieved record-breaking exports of $824.9 billion in FY 2024-25, but faces three major shifts in global trade: regionalization through trusted partnerships, climate-based trade policies, and digital transformation. To succeed, India must focus on purposeful competitiveness, sustainable scaling, and inclusive trade practices while leveraging its strengths in technology and innovation to potentially double its share of global exports in the next decade.
Maharashtra Committee Indicts Three in Rs 300-Crore Land Deal Linked to Ajit Pawar's Son
Nov 19, 2025 11:46 am CST
A Joint Inspector General of Registration committee has submitted its report on a controversial Rs 300-crore land deal involving Ajit Pawar's son's firm, indicting three individuals while noting Parth Pawar's name doesn't appear in any official documents. The report recommends stricter measures to prevent fraudulent government land transactions in the future.
Madina Bus Tragedy: Indian High-Level Delegation Led by Andhra Governor to Coordinate Relief Efforts in Saudi Arabia
Nov 19, 2025 06:45 am CST
Following the tragic bus accident near Madina that claimed 45 Indian pilgrims' lives, a high-level delegation led by Andhra Pradesh Governor S Abdul Nazeer will visit Saudi Arabia to coordinate relief efforts with local authorities. The Ministry of External Affairs is facilitating identification of remains and supporting families of the deceased after the devastating collision between a pilgrim bus and an oil tanker.
S Jaishankar Meets Putin in Moscow: Preparing for the 23rd Annual India-Russia Summit
Nov 19, 2025 03:31 am CST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow to discuss preparations for the upcoming 23rd annual India-Russia summit. The diplomatic engagement precedes Putin's planned December visit to India for talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, highlighting the continuing strategic partnership between the two nations amid evolving global dynamics.
UIDAI Plans to Simplify Aadhaar Card with Photo and QR Code to Enhance Data Protection
Nov 19, 2025 03:04 am CST
The Unique Identification Authority of India is developing a simplified Aadhaar card featuring only a photo and QR code to prevent data misuse and discourage illegal offline verification. A new app is also being launched that will enable secure authentication, address updates, and family member additions while aligning with the Digital Personal Data Protection Act.
India Drops 13 Places in Global Climate Change Performance Index Due to Lack of Coal Exit Strategy
Nov 19, 2025 03:03 am CST
India has fallen 13 positions to 23rd place in the Climate Change Performance Index 2026, primarily due to the absence of a coal exit timeline. Despite achieving 50% non-fossil power capacity ahead of schedule, India's continued coal auctions and fossil fuel expansion have shifted its status from a high to medium performer. The report, released at COP30, recommends implementing a time-bound coal phase-down, redirecting fossil subsidies toward renewable energy, and establishing clearer transition pathways with interim milestones.