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Azam Khan Confirms Unbroken 45-Year Bond with Akhilesh Yadav Despite Jail Time
Oct 31, 2025 08:48 pm CST
Senior Samajwadi Party leader Azam Khan dismisses rumors of rift with Akhilesh Yadav, confirming their 45-year relationship remains intact despite his two-year imprisonment. Released from Sitapur jail in September, Khan expresses gratitude for Yadav's prison visits while focusing on unity within the SP ahead of the crucial 2027 UP assembly elections.
Delhi Police Dismantle International Cybercrime Network Operating Across 12 Indian States
Oct 31, 2025 08:36 pm CST
Delhi Police have arrested five individuals, including a bank official, who were part of a sophisticated cybercrime operation controlled from Dubai. The syndicate created fake companies and bank accounts to launder money from victims across India, eventually converting funds to cryptocurrency to avoid detection. Investigations revealed connections to 52 fraud cases spanning 12 states, with operations directed by an overseas handler identified as "Tom."
Pune Man Loses Rs 11 Lakh in Online Pregnancy Advertisement Scam: A Warning About Digital Fraud
Oct 31, 2025 08:24 pm CST
A contractor from Pune fell victim to cybercriminals, losing Rs 11 lakh after responding to a fake online advertisement from someone claiming to seek pregnancy assistance. This case highlights a growing trend of sophisticated online scams in India, including "digital arrest" schemes that have recently targeted elderly citizens in Hyderabad, with victims losing substantial sums to fraudsters posing as law enforcement officials.
Fatal Bus Accident in Madhya Pradesh Claims One Life and Injures 55 Pilgrims on Narmada Parikrama Journey
Oct 31, 2025 08:20 pm CST
A tragic accident occurred in Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, when a bus carrying 56 pilgrims on a Narmada Parikrama journey overturned near Baigur village on Friday morning. The crash resulted in one woman's death and injuries to 55 others, with 15 requiring specialized care at Barwani District Hospital. Local authorities, SDERF teams, and community members collaborated in rescue efforts that took several hours.
Ladakh's Democratic Crisis: Hill Council Term Ends Without Election Plans
Oct 31, 2025 08:20 pm CST
The Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council's term has ended without scheduled elections, eliminating the region's last democratic institution as locals continue fighting for statehood and constitutional protections. Since becoming a Union Territory in 2019, Ladakh has experienced diminishing local governance powers, with recent protests turning violent after the BJP allegedly abandoned promises to implement the Sixth Schedule.
PM Modi Praises Indigenous Dog Breeds' Performance at National Unity Day Celebrations in Gujarat
Oct 31, 2025 08:16 pm CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted impressive demonstrations by indigenous dog breeds during the Rashtriya Ekta Divas celebrations at Gujarat's Statue of Unity. These native canines showcased remarkable agility by completing challenging obstacles, reflecting the government's initiative to incorporate more indigenous breeds into India's security forces due to their natural adaptation to local conditions.
BJP Accuses Kejriwal of New "Sheesh Mahal" in Chandigarh: AAP Denies Allegations and Demands Proof
Oct 31, 2025 08:06 pm CST
The "sheeshmahal" controversy has reignited as the BJP shares images of an alleged luxury mansion in Chandigarh's Sector 2, claiming it was allocated to Arvind Kejriwal by the Punjab government. The BJP accuses the former Delhi CM of building another lavish residence after vacating his controversial Delhi bungalow. AAP has swiftly denied these allegations, challenging the BJP to provide evidence and questioning why the BJP-controlled Chandigarh administration would permit such construction. This political clash follows AAP's significant electoral defeat in Delhi, where the "sheeshmahal" corruption narrative played a crucial role.
Heroic Kerala Nurses Perform Lifesaving CPR on Air Arabia Flight: A Mid-Air Medical Emergency Success Story
Oct 31, 2025 07:38 pm CST
Two Kerala nurses, Abhijith Jees and Ajeesh Nelson, traveling to their new jobs in the UAE, successfully performed emergency CPR on a fellow passenger suffering cardiac arrest during an Air Arabia flight from Kochi to Abu Dhabi, demonstrating remarkable professional skill and dedication that saved a life mid-air.
Chennai ED Office Bomb Threat Confirmed as Hoax After Thorough Security Sweep
Oct 31, 2025 07:29 pm CST
A bomb threat targeting the Enforcement Directorate's Southern Regional Office in Chennai prompted an immediate security response Thursday morning. Police, bomb squad, and canine units conducted a comprehensive search of the Shastri Bhavan premises after an anonymous email claimed an explosive device was planted in the building. After a thorough inspection, authorities confirmed the threat was a hoax and are now investigating the source of the false alarm.
Supreme Court Overturns POCSO Conviction After Victim Marries Offender: A Rare Case of "Love, Not Lust"
Oct 31, 2025 07:09 pm CST
India's Supreme Court has exercised its exceptional powers under Article 142 to quash a POCSO conviction where the victim later married her offender. The court noted they now lead a happy married life with a child, emphasizing this unique judgment should not set a precedent as it represents a rare case where "the crime was not the result of lust but love."