India News
India's Renewable Future: Meeting 2032 Power Demand Without New Coal Plants
Oct 29, 2025 08:03 pm CST
A comprehensive study by energy think tank Ember reveals that India can fully meet its 2032 electricity demands without building additional coal plants beyond those already under construction. As renewable energy with storage becomes more affordable and reliable, new coal investments risk becoming economically unsound, potentially leading to underutilized assets and higher electricity costs for consumers.
Dawood Ibrahim Associate Danish Chikna Arrested in Goa: Major Drug Syndicate Kingpin Captured by NCB
Oct 29, 2025 07:47 pm CST
The Narcotics Control Bureau has arrested Danish Chikna, a close aide of Dawood Ibrahim and kingpin of a major drug syndicate, in Goa. Authorities seized over 1.3 kg of mephedrone during the operation that spanned multiple states, ending the fugitive's attempt to evade capture. Danish, who has multiple previous cases under the NDPS Act, was managing drug operations connected to the notorious gangster's organization across India.
Rahul Gandhi Launches Bihar Election Campaign with Sharp Criticism of Prime Minister Modi
Oct 29, 2025 07:45 pm CST
Congress MP Rahul Gandhi kicked off his party's Bihar election campaign with strong accusations against Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the BJP, claiming electoral manipulation while BJP representatives swiftly condemned his remarks. The upcoming two-phase Bihar election begins November 6, with results to be announced on November 14, amid growing tensions between opposition and ruling alliances over policy promises and the legacy of former Chief Minister Karpoori Thakur.
Elon Musk's Starlink Prepares for Technical and Security Demonstrations in Mumbai to Meet Indian Regulatory Requirements
Oct 29, 2025 07:40 pm CST
Elon Musk's Starlink is scheduled to conduct technical and security demonstrations in Mumbai on October 30-31 to prove compliance with Indian regulatory requirements. Using provisional spectrum, these demos represent a critical step before commercial operations can begin in India. As the world's leading satellite operator with 7,578 satellites, Starlink must demonstrate that user data will be stored locally as India expands its satellite communications market.
Former Maoist Rebel with Rs 5 Lakh Bounty Transforms into Security Guard at Odisha Blood Bank
Oct 29, 2025 07:38 pm CST
Dhananjoy Gope, once a feared Maoist carrying a Rs 5 lakh bounty, has successfully transitioned to civilian life as a security guard at Malkangiri Blood Bank in Odisha after surrendering in 2019. His inspiring rehabilitation journey mirrors that of other former insurgents who now protect the very communities they once opposed, showcasing effective reintegration into mainstream society.
Zubeen Garg's Final Journey: Ashes of Beloved Assamese Cultural Icon Immersed in Brahmaputra River
Oct 29, 2025 07:32 pm CST
The ashes of celebrated Assamese singer and cultural icon Zubeen Garg were immersed in the Brahmaputra River by his wife Garima, 37 days after his mysterious death in Singapore. The emotional ceremony featured two separate immersions - one in Guwahati and another in his hometown Jorhat. Garima has called for justice regarding the circumstances of his death while thousands continue to mourn the loss of this regional treasure.
Indian Female Fighter Pilot Squadron Leader Shivangi Singh Disproves Pakistani Capture Claims with Presidential Appearance
Oct 29, 2025 07:31 pm CST
Squadron Leader Shivangi Singh, India's first female Rafale pilot, was photographed with President Murmu at Ambala Air Force base, debunking false Pakistani claims of her capture during Operation Sindoor. This incident highlights Pakistan's extensive propaganda campaign following India's military response to terrorism, which included fabricated reports of downing Indian aircraft when Pakistan actually lost six of its own jets.
Bihar Election 2024: How Caste Calculations Drive NDA and Mahagathbandhan Ticket Distribution
Oct 29, 2025 07:26 pm CST
Analysis of Bihar's upcoming assembly elections reveals both the NDA and Mahagathbandhan alliances have prioritized core vote banks over inclusive representation, with BJP focusing on upper castes and non-Yadav OBCs while RJD reinforces its Muslim-Yadav base, showcasing how electoral pragmatism supersedes their public slogans about proportional representation.
Squadron Leader Shivangi Singh: India's First Woman Rafale Pilot Breaking Barriers in the Indian Air Force
Oct 29, 2025 07:20 pm CST
Squadron Leader Shivangi Singh made history as India's first female Rafale pilot, serving with the elite 17 Squadron "Golden Arrows." After beginning her career with the MiG-21 Bison, she has flown critical border missions and represented India in international exercises, recently meeting President Droupadi Murmu following false Pakistani claims about her capture during Operation Sindoor.
Delhi Cloud Seeding: Rs 25 Crore Winter Solution Could Reduce Air Pollution by 10%
Oct 29, 2025 07:17 pm CST
IIT Kanpur's cloud seeding operations in Delhi show potential to reduce PM2.5 and PM10 pollutants by 6-10%. While yesterday's attempts didn't produce rain due to low moisture content, Director Manindra Agrawal explains that implementing this technology throughout winter would cost approximately Rs 25 crore - a fraction of Delhi's pollution control budget. Though not a permanent solution, cloud seeding offers a strategic intervention until long-term pollution control measures take effect.