India News
NHAI Implements Comprehensive SOP to Combat Air Pollution on Delhi-NCR Highway Projects
Oct 30, 2025 01:55 am CST
The National Highways Authority of India has introduced a detailed Standard Operating Procedure for Delhi-NCR field offices to mitigate air pollution from highway construction and maintenance activities. The comprehensive framework includes mechanized road sweeping, Miyawaki plantation methods, construction site dust control measures, and regular air quality monitoring to create cleaner environments for highway users and surrounding communities.
Ram Temple in Ayodhya Receives Over Rs 3,000 Crore in Public Donations for Construction
Oct 30, 2025 01:55 am CST
The Ram Temple Construction Committee has announced that public donations have exceeded Rs 3,000 crore, surpassing the project's estimated cost of Rs 1,800 crore. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend the flag hoisting ceremony on November 25 as chief guest, with over 8,000 donors invited to the event at the 70-acre temple complex in Ayodhya.
CBI Reveals Yes Bank's Rs 2,700 Crore Loss from Fraudulent Transactions with Anil Ambani's Companies
Oct 30, 2025 01:55 am CST
The CBI has filed a charge sheet detailing how Yes Bank suffered a Rs 2,796.77 crore loss due to Rana Kapoor's unilateral investments in Anil Ambani's financial companies. The document alleges a criminal conspiracy involving shell companies, quid-pro-quo arrangements, and regulatory violations between 2017-2019, with 13 individuals and entities charged with conspiracy, cheating, and corruption.
20-Year-Old Man Brutally Murders Intoxicated Victim in Delhi's Wazirpur: "Wanted To Do Something Big"
Oct 30, 2025 01:41 am CST
A shocking case of premeditated murder has emerged from Northwest Delhi where a 20-year-old man, seeking notoriety, tied a heavily intoxicated 37-year-old victim to a truck and bludgeoned him to death with a brick. Police have arrested the accused, Amit alias Pawwa, who confessed to targeting Daya Kishan in a disturbing act of violence near a metro pillar in Wazirpur.
Zenith Sangma Rejoins Congress: Major Political Shift in Meghalaya as Former Trinamool VP Returns
Oct 30, 2025 01:20 am CST
In a significant political development, Zenith M Sangma, Meghalaya Trinamool Congress vice president and brother of former chief minister Mukul Sangma, has officially rejoined the Indian National Congress. This strategic move comes ahead of upcoming autonomous district council elections, signaling potential shifts in Meghalaya's political landscape and raising questions about Trinamool's continued influence in the northeastern state.
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella Planning December India Visit to Address AI Conferences and Meet Government Officials
Oct 30, 2025 01:15 am CST
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella will make his second trip to India this year in December, where he plans to address AI conferences in Bengaluru and Mumbai while meeting with senior government officials in New Delhi. This visit comes amid Microsoft's growing AI presence in India, following a $3 billion investment announced earlier this year, and as competition intensifies with Google's recent $15 billion commitment to AI infrastructure in the country.
Delhi NDMC Doubles Parking Fees Following GRAP Stage-II Implementation Due to Poor Air Quality
Oct 30, 2025 01:06 am CST
The New Delhi Municipal Council has doubled parking fees at all off-road and indoor parking facilities in response to worsening air quality under the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) Stage-II. Effective October 29, four-wheelers will now pay Rs 40 per hour and two-wheelers Rs 20 per hour, affecting 102 parking sites across the city. The measure excludes on-street parking and monthly pass holders.
President Droupadi Murmu Makes History with Unforgettable Rafale Fighter Jet Flight
Oct 30, 2025 12:58 am CST
President Droupadi Murmu became the first Indian President to fly in two different IAF fighter jets after completing a 30-minute sortie in a Rafale. She described the experience as "unforgettable" and expressed renewed pride in India's defense capabilities. The historic flight covered 200 kilometers, with the President accompanied by senior IAF officials at Ambala Air Force Station.
51 Maoists Embrace Peace: Inside Chhattisgarh's Successful "Poona Margem" Rehabilitation Program
Oct 30, 2025 12:58 am CST
In a landmark achievement for Chhattisgarh's anti-Naxal campaign, 51 Maoist operatives have surrendered through the "Poona Margem" rehabilitation initiative. This comprehensive program offers financial support, vocational training, and social reintegration to former militants, demonstrating the effectiveness of combining humanitarian outreach with security operations. Since 2024, the region has witnessed over 650 surrenders, marking a significant shift in the state's approach to insurgency.
Environmental Crisis: Meghalaya's Pristine Umngot River Turns Brown Due to Road Construction Project
Oct 30, 2025 12:02 am CST
Meghalaya MP Ricky J Syngkon has urged the Central government to intervene as the once crystal-clear Umngot River has turned brown due to construction debris from the Shillong-Tamabil road expansion project. The environmental degradation threatens local tourism and livelihoods, with the MP calling for immediate remedial actions to save this natural wonder along the Indo-Bangladesh border.