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Dashcam Captures Dangerous Road Rage in Gurugram: Wrong-Way Driver Threatens Motorist
Dec 13, 2025 01:51 pm CST
A viral dashcam video shows a concerning road rage incident in Gurugram where occupants of a Scorpio driving against traffic confronted and threatened another driver. The footage captures two men aggressively approaching the victim near AIPL Joy Street, raising serious questions about road safety and accountability for traffic violations in the city.
India Approves 100% Foreign Direct Investment in Insurance Sector: A Major Reform for Market Growth
Dec 13, 2025 01:38 pm CST
The Indian Union Cabinet has approved a landmark bill to increase foreign direct investment in the insurance sector from 74% to 100%, aiming to enhance market penetration, accelerate industry growth, and improve ease of doing business. The Insurance Laws (Amendment) Bill 2025 includes provisions for policyholder protection, requires top management positions to include Indian citizens, and forms part of comprehensive reforms to achieve 'Insurance for All by 2047'.
West Bengal Electoral Purge: Mamata's Bhabanipur Records 4X More Voter Deletions Than Adhikari's Nandigram
Dec 13, 2025 01:25 pm CST
The Election Commission's Special Intensive Revision process has revealed striking disparities in voter deletions across West Bengal constituencies, with Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's Bhabanipur seeing nearly four times more removals than Opposition Leader Suvendu Adhikari's Nandigram. This comprehensive electoral purge, affecting over 58 lakh voters statewide, has intensified political tensions as Bengal approaches the 2026 Assembly elections, with both TMC and BJP scrutinizing the implications of these significant changes to the voter base.
Pankaj Chaudhary: 7-Time MP from Kurmi Community Set to Lead BJP in Uttar Pradesh
Dec 13, 2025 12:52 pm CST
The BJP is poised to appoint Pankaj Chaudhary, a seven-time MP and prominent Kurmi leader, as its new Uttar Pradesh unit chief. As an influential OBC figure, Chaudhary's appointment appears strategically timed ahead of the 2027 Assembly elections, with the party aiming to consolidate non-Yadav votes in India's most politically significant state.
Fugitive Life Convict Caught After 37 Years Living as a Sadhu in Madhya Pradesh
Dec 13, 2025 12:49 pm CST
A life-sentenced acid attack convict who had been evading authorities for 37 years after jumping bail has been finally arrested in Madhya Pradesh. The man, Rajesh alias Raju, had been living disguised as a religious sadhu at Gayatri Shaktipith in Shivpuri district. Police used advanced fingerprint identification technology to track down the fugitive who had been convicted of a 1986 acid attack that seriously injured two men.
Elderly Woman Loses Rs 30 Lakh in Digital Arrest Scam: How Fraudsters Used Terrorism Allegations to Execute the Perfect Cybercrime
Dec 13, 2025 12:36 pm CST
A 67-year-old woman in Indore became the victim of a sophisticated "digital arrest" scam, losing Rs 30 lakh to fraudsters who claimed she was implicated in a terrorism investigation. The scammers, posing as police officials from Jammu and Kashmir, threatened her with arrest unless she transferred funds to alleged "government accounts" for verification. This case highlights the growing danger of cybercriminals targeting vulnerable elderly individuals living alone.
Police Arrest Fake IAS Officer Running Multi-State Extortion Scheme with Government Vehicle and Armed Guards
Dec 13, 2025 12:28 pm CST
Authorities in Gorakhpur have arrested Lalit Kishor from Bihar who posed as IAS officer 'Gaurav Kumar' for six months, operating an elaborate fraud scheme across multiple states. The impersonator maintained his convincing facade with official-looking vehicles, armed guards, and forged documents while extorting substantial sums from schools and individuals seeking government tenders.
SBI Reduces Lending Rates by 25 Basis Points Following RBI Policy Cut: What Borrowers Need to Know
Dec 13, 2025 12:05 pm CST
State Bank of India has announced a 25 basis point reduction in its lending rates effective December 15, 2025, following the Reserve Bank of India's policy rate cut. This change will lower the EBLR to 7.90% and MCLR by 5 basis points across all tenures, making loans more affordable for both existing and new borrowers. Indian Overseas Bank has also implemented similar rate cuts, benefiting retail, MSME, and corporate customers.
IndiGo Announces Rs 500 Crore Compensation Plan for Stranded Passengers After Major Flight Disruptions
Dec 13, 2025 11:48 am CST
IndiGo has committed over Rs 500 crore in compensation to passengers affected by recent flight cancellations and delays. The airline is identifying customers stranded at airports on December 3-5, 2025, and promises hassle-free refunds. While resuming normal operations with 2,000 daily flights, IndiGo faces increased DGCA scrutiny and has appointed aviation experts to analyze the root cause of the disruptions.
Delhi's Air Quality Reaches Dangerous Levels: Multiple Areas Record Severe AQI
Dec 13, 2025 11:48 am CST
Delhi's air quality has deteriorated to alarming levels, with the overall Air Quality Index (AQI) reaching 390, categorized as "very poor." Multiple areas including Anand Vihar, Jahangirpuri, and Ghazipur have recorded severe AQI levels above 435, posing serious health risks to residents. The combination of smog and shallow fog has reduced visibility across the capital, affecting flight operations and daily activities despite recent pollution control efforts.