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Suspected Woman Kidnapping in Coimbatore Prompts Extensive Police Investigation After CCTV Captures Screams
Nov 07, 2025 01:56 pm CST
Police in Coimbatore have launched a massive search operation after CCTV footage captured a potential kidnapping incident where a woman's screams were heard from a white car. Despite an extensive overnight investigation, authorities have not confirmed an actual abduction, with Commissioner A Saravana Sundar noting no missing person reports have been filed. This incident follows a recent sexual assault case near Coimbatore International Airport that resulted in three arrests.
CBI Investigates Former Punjab Police Chief and Wife in Son's Suspicious Death Case
Nov 07, 2025 01:53 pm CST
The CBI has launched an investigation into the mysterious death of Aquil Akhtar, son of former Punjab DGP Mohammad Mustafa and ex-minister Razia Sultana. The 35-year-old was found dead in Panchkula on October 16, following earlier allegations of family conspiracy. The case, initially handled by local police, now sees the parents, Akhtar's wife and sister facing charges related to murder and criminal conspiracy.
Electoral Fraud Allegations: Rahul Gandhi Claims Modi's Victory Through "Vote Theft" in Indian Elections
Nov 07, 2025 01:50 pm CST
Rahul Gandhi intensifies allegations of systematic voter fraud against BJP, claiming 25 lakh fake votes in Haryana elections including use of a Brazilian model's photo in voter lists. Gandhi warns of similar tactics in upcoming Bihar elections while BJP dismisses claims as deliberate falsehoods designed to undermine democratic institutions.
150 Years of Vande Mataram: When Rabindranath Tagore First Sang India's National Song in 1896
Nov 07, 2025 01:26 pm CST
As India prepares to celebrate the 150th anniversary of Vande Mataram in 2025, we look back at the historic moment when Rabindranath Tagore first performed the national song at the 1896 Calcutta Congress Session. This anthem, written by Bankim Chandra Chatterjee, became a powerful symbol of resistance during India's freedom struggle and continues to represent the nation's collective spirit and cultural heritage.
Delhi's 'Phansi Ghar' Controversy: Privilege Committee Summons Kejriwal and Sisodia Over Historical Authenticity Dispute
Nov 07, 2025 01:05 pm CST
The Delhi Assembly's 'Phansi Ghar' (gallows chamber) has become the center of a heated political dispute, with the BJP-led Privilege Committee summoning former AAP leaders Arvind Kejriwal and Manish Sisodia. The controversy focuses on whether the structure, inaugurated in 2022, is an authentic historical site or a fabricated representation that misused public funds. While the BJP claims historical distortion, AAP defends the site's significance in representing India's colonial past.
PM Modi Leads 150th Anniversary Celebrations of National Song 'Vande Mataram' in New Delhi
Nov 07, 2025 01:02 pm CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the year-long commemoration of India's National Song "Vande Mataram" at New Delhi's Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium, marking 150 years since its composition by Bankimchandra Chatterji in 1875. The celebration included the release of commemorative stamps and coins, mass singing events nationwide, and the launch of a dedicated portal honoring the song that inspired India's freedom movement.
The Remarkable Journey of Rabri Devi: From Housewife to Bihar's First Woman Chief Minister
Nov 07, 2025 12:55 pm CST
Explore the extraordinary political transformation of Rabri Devi, who rose from being a homemaker to becoming Bihar's first and only female Chief Minister for seven years (1997-2005), despite having minimal education and political experience. Her unexpected leadership journey, following her husband Lalu Prasad Yadav's resignation due to the fodder scam, represents a significant chapter in Indian political history.
GPS Spoofing Causes Major Flight Disruptions at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport
Nov 07, 2025 12:49 pm CST
Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport experienced unprecedented disruptions due to GPS spoofing incidents, forcing multiple flight diversions and causing severe air traffic congestion. This first-known case at India's busiest airport highlights a concerning expansion of navigation interference from conflict zones into civilian airspace, creating challenges for aircraft relying on GPS-based guidance during a critical runway upgrade period.
BJP Minister Bandi Sanjay Sparks Controversy Over Skull Cap Comments Against Telangana CM Revanth Reddy
Nov 07, 2025 12:47 pm CST
Union Minister Bandi Sanjay ignited political controversy during a Hyderabad campaign rally by criticizing Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy for wearing a skull cap, saying he would "rather cut his head off" than wear religious headwear for votes. The BJP minister accused Congress of vote-bank appeasement and alleged a conspiracy to turn Telangana into an "Islamic state," drawing immediate condemnation from opposition parties for divisive rhetoric ahead of the November 11 by-election.
Technical Issue at Delhi ATC Causes Massive Flight Disruptions Across Airlines
Nov 07, 2025 12:46 pm CST
Over a hundred flights were delayed at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport due to a technical glitch in the air traffic control system. The Automatic Message Switching System failure forced controllers to process flight plans manually, causing significant disruptions across all airlines. This incident follows recent GPS spoofing events that have increasingly affected flight operations in the region.