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Tragic Bus Crash in Saudi Arabia Claims Lives of Indian Pilgrims from Hyderabad: Owaisi Responds
Nov 17, 2025 03:20 pm CST
A devastating bus accident in Saudi Arabia has reportedly claimed the lives of 42 Indian pilgrims traveling from Mecca to Medina. Hyderabad MP Asaduddin Owaisi confirmed many victims were from his constituency, while Prime Minister Modi and External Affairs Minister Jaishankar assured that Indian diplomatic missions are providing all possible assistance to affected families.
Indian Army Chief Warns Pakistan: Operation Sindoor Was Just a Trailer of India's Military Capabilities
Nov 17, 2025 03:11 pm CST
Indian Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi warned Pakistan that Operation Sindoor, which concluded in 88 hours, was merely a trailer of India's military capabilities. Speaking at the Chanakya Defence Dialogues event, he emphasized the importance of armed forces integration, strategic preparedness, and India's firm stance against state-sponsored terrorism. The Army Chief also highlighted significant security improvements in Jammu & Kashmir following the abrogation of Article 370.
Prashant Kishor's Jan Suraaj Party Fails to Secure Any Seats in Bihar Election as BJP-Led Alliance Triumphs
Nov 17, 2025 03:02 pm CST
Poll strategist Prashant Kishor's political venture Jan Suraaj Party faced a crushing defeat in the Bihar Assembly elections, failing to win a single seat despite contesting 238 constituencies. The BJP-led NDA secured a landslide victory with 202 seats, while Kishor's party lost security deposits in 99% of contested seats and received fewer votes than NOTA in 61 constituencies. This electoral debut highlights the challenges new political entrants face in established political landscapes.
Delhi Rabies Deaths: RTI Reveals 18 Fatalities Despite Government's "Zero Deaths" Claim in Parliament
Nov 17, 2025 03:00 pm CST
An RTI response has exposed a significant discrepancy in Delhi's rabies mortality reporting, revealing 18 deaths between 2022-2024 at Maharshi Valmiki Infectious Diseases Hospital despite the Union government's parliamentary claim of zero fatalities. This contradiction raises serious concerns about health surveillance accuracy even as animal bite cases continue to rise across the capital.
RJD Family Crisis: Shivanand Tiwari Questions Lalu Yadav's Silence as Daughter Rohini Leaves Home in Tears
Nov 17, 2025 02:48 pm CST
Former RJD Vice-President Shivanand Tiwari criticizes Lalu Prasad Yadav for remaining silent when his daughter Rohini Acharya, who had donated a kidney to him in 2022, left home in tears following a confrontation with her brother Tejashwi Yadav after RJD's poor performance in Bihar elections. The family dispute has exposed deeper tensions within the party leadership.
Tragic Saudi Bus Crash Claims Over 40 Indian Pilgrims' Lives: Families in Hyderabad Seek Assistance
Nov 17, 2025 02:29 pm CST
A devastating road accident in Saudi Arabia has resulted in the deaths of more than 40 Indian pilgrims, mostly from Hyderabad, when their bus traveling from Mecca to Medina collided with a diesel tanker and caught fire. Relatives have rushed to the travel agency office seeking information while Indian diplomatic missions have established emergency helplines. Government officials including External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and Telangana CM Revanth Reddy have assured full support to affected families, with coordination efforts underway between Indian missions and Saudi authorities.
42 Indian Umrah Pilgrims Killed in Fatal Bus-Tanker Collision Near Medina, Saudi Arabia
Nov 17, 2025 02:08 pm CST
A devastating collision between a bus carrying Indian Umrah pilgrims and a diesel tanker near Medina, Saudi Arabia has resulted in 42 fatalities. The incident occurred Monday night when the bus, primarily carrying pilgrims from Hyderabad, caught fire after impact, leaving only one survivor. Indian officials have established emergency contact lines and pledged full support to affected families as rescue operations continue.
Nitish Kumar to Take Oath as Bihar CM for Tenth Time with PM Modi and NDA Leaders in Attendance
Nov 17, 2025 01:45 pm CST
JDU chief Nitish Kumar will be sworn in as Bihar's Chief Minister for the tenth time at Gandhi Maidan in Patna following NDA's landslide victory of 202 seats in the Assembly elections. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and top NDA leaders are expected to attend this grand ceremony, showcasing the coalition's strength in the state.
42 Indians Killed in Medina Bus-Tanker Collision: Emergency Response and Latest Updates
Nov 17, 2025 01:41 pm CST
A tragic bus accident near Medina, Saudi Arabia has claimed the lives of 42 Indian Umrah pilgrims when their vehicle collided with a diesel tanker and caught fire. Most victims reportedly hailed from Hyderabad, with only one survivor reported. The Indian government has established emergency control rooms while External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has pledged full support to affected families. Hyderabad MP Asaduddin Owaisi and Telangana CM Revanth Reddy are coordinating efforts to assist victims' families.
Mehbooba Mufti Claims Government Policies Linked to Delhi Red Fort Blast - Political Controversy Erupts Over Kashmir Comments
Nov 17, 2025 01:00 pm CST
Former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti has sparked controversy by suggesting government policies created a "poisonous atmosphere" leading to the deadly Red Fort blast that killed 13 people. Her comments linking Kashmir's issues to terrorism have drawn sharp criticism from BJP leaders, who accuse her of playing politics during a national security crisis. The blast has been attributed to a sophisticated terror module involving Kashmiri doctors.