India News
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta Demands Coordinated Action on Air Pollution Crisis at Northern Zonal Council Meeting
Nov 17, 2025 11:31 pm CST
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta urged neighboring states for immediate joint action on air pollution at the Northern Zonal Council meeting chaired by Amit Shah. With Delhi's AQI at 351 in the "very poor" category, Gupta advocated for stricter controls on stubble burning, industrial emissions, dust management, and zero-emission transport following Supreme Court criticism of inadequate environmental enforcement in Punjab and Haryana.
BMC Expands Animal Birth Control Program to Manage Mumbai's Stray Dog Population
Nov 17, 2025 11:12 pm CST
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation has intensified its Animal Birth Control program across Mumbai, working with eight animal welfare organizations to sterilize and vaccinate stray dogs. Officials are urging citizens to cooperate with volunteers and avoid spreading misinformation that could hinder these efforts to regulate the city's growing stray dog population.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah Vows to Hunt Down Delhi Blast Perpetrators "Even From Hell"
Nov 17, 2025 11:12 pm CST
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has pledged relentless pursuit of those responsible for the deadly Delhi Red Fort blast that has now claimed 15 lives. Speaking at the Northern Zonal Council meeting, Shah emphasized the Modi government's commitment to eradicating terrorism and ensuring the perpetrators face the strictest punishment under India's judicial system.
Terrorists Planned Hamas-Inspired Drone Attacks Before Delhi Suicide Bombing
Nov 17, 2025 10:51 pm CST
Investigators reveal that terrorists behind the Delhi suicide car bombing near Red Fort had developed plans to use weaponized drones similar to Hamas tactics. The NIA uncovered this plot after arresting a technical expert who provided support for modifying drones capable of carrying explosives over crowded areas to maximize casualties.
Deadly Bacterial Infection Kills 31 Blackbucks at Karnataka's Kittur Rani Chennamma Zoo: Government Orders Investigation
Nov 17, 2025 10:37 pm CST
A severe bacterial infection has devastated the blackbuck population at Kittur Rani Chennamma Zoo in Belagavi, Karnataka, killing 31 animals in just four days. Forest Minister Eshwar Khandre has ordered a high-level investigation into the outbreak, dispatching experts from Bannerghatta Biological Park to address the crisis and prevent further spread to other facilities.
Supreme Court Condemns Rajasthan's Failure to Address Jojari River Pollution Affecting 2 Million Lives
Nov 17, 2025 10:26 pm CST
The Supreme Court has severely criticized Rajasthan authorities for their failure to control pollution in the Jojari River, affecting two million people across hundreds of villages. Industrial waste, primarily from textile factories, has rendered drinking water unsafe for humans and animals. Despite orders from the National Green Tribunal in 2022, common effluent treatment plants are being bypassed, with pollutants discharged directly into the river. The court is scheduled to issue an order on November 21 regarding this environmental crisis.
Prashant Kishor's Jan Suraaj: Analysis of Electoral Failure in Bihar and Future Political Prospects
Nov 17, 2025 10:10 pm CST
This in-depth analysis examines why political strategist Prashant Kishor's Jan Suraaj party failed in its electoral debut in Bihar despite significant social media presence. The article explores organizational weaknesses, timing issues, and strategic missteps while considering whether this new political movement can overcome its initial setbacks to become a viable third alternative in Bihar's political landscape.
India Responds to Sheikh Hasina's Death Sentence: Committed to Bangladesh's Stability and Peace
Nov 17, 2025 09:36 pm CST
India has acknowledged the death sentence verdict against former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina while emphasizing its commitment to Bangladesh's stability. The International Crimes Tribunal found Hasina guilty of crimes against humanity, as Bangladesh demands her extradition from India where she has been in exile since August 2023. Hasina has condemned the verdict as politically motivated and biased.
Air India Resumes Delhi-Shanghai Direct Flights After Six Years: Strengthening India-China Air Connectivity
Nov 17, 2025 09:35 pm CST
Air India announces the return of non-stop flights between Delhi and Shanghai starting February 2026, marking its comeback to mainland China after nearly six years. The airline will operate four weekly flights using Boeing 787-8 aircraft and plans to introduce Mumbai-Shanghai services later in 2026, facilitating renewed business, trade, and cultural exchanges between the two economic powerhouses.
NIA Arrests Key Conspirator in Red Fort Car Blast: Technical Expert Behind Deadly Terror Attack
Nov 17, 2025 09:34 pm CST
The National Investigation Agency has arrested Jasir Bilal Wani in Srinagar, identified as a technical expert and active co-conspirator who worked with suicide bomber Umar un Nabi in the deadly car blast near Red Fort that killed 13 people. Wani allegedly provided technical support by modifying drones and attempting to make rockets before the attack, as the NIA continues investigating multiple leads across states.