India News
Supreme Court Defends Private Doctors' Right to COVID-19 Compensation Insurance Claims
Oct 28, 2025 05:23 pm CST
The Supreme Court of India emphasized that society would not forgive the judiciary for failing to protect doctors who died fighting COVID-19, as it reserved judgment on a plea regarding insurance claims for healthcare workers at private facilities. The Court directed the government to ensure insurance companies settle valid claims, rejecting the assumption that private practitioners were merely profit-motivated, and requested data on all available insurance schemes beyond the Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Package.
Prashant Kishor Found Registered as Voter in Both Bihar and West Bengal: Electoral Law Violation Uncovered
Oct 28, 2025 05:22 pm CST
Poll strategist-turned-politician Prashant Kishor has been discovered registered as a voter in both Bihar and West Bengal, violating Section 17 of the Representation of the People Act. While his Jan Suraaj Party contests Bihar elections, he remains registered at the TMC headquarters in Kolkata, highlighting issues with duplicate voter registrations that prompted nationwide electoral roll revisions.
Karnataka High Court Suspends Government Order Restricting Public Gatherings Amid RSS-Congress Dispute
Oct 28, 2025 05:20 pm CST
The Karnataka High Court has temporarily paused a controversial order issued by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's government that required prior permission for gatherings of over 10 people in public spaces. This ruling comes amid escalating tensions between the Congress government and the RSS, with BJP alleging the order specifically targeted RSS activities. The government plans to appeal the court decision as political controversy continues over the use of public spaces and government property for organizational activities.
Bus Fire Near Air India Aircraft at Delhi Airport's Terminal 3: Quick Response Prevents Major Incident
Oct 28, 2025 05:19 pm CST
A ground service bus operated by SATS Airport Services caught fire near an Air India aircraft at Delhi Airport's Terminal 3. The quick response from the airport's emergency team extinguished the flames within minutes. No passengers were onboard and no injuries were reported, with airport operations continuing normally. Officials are investigating the cause of the fire at one of the world's largest terminals.
Tata Trusts Leadership Crisis: Mehli Mistry Loses Board Position in Escalating Power Struggle
Oct 28, 2025 05:05 pm CST
A significant leadership crisis has emerged at Tata Trusts as Mehli Mistry was voted off the board by key trustees Noel Tata, Venu Srinivasan, and Vijay Singh. This power struggle within the organization that controls 66% of Tata Sons threatens corporate stability and may lead to legal challenges. The conflict intensified following disagreements over board appointments and concerns about decision-making transparency, prompting high-level government intervention to preserve the stability of the Rs 25 lakh crore conglomerate.
Delhi Father Orchestrates False Acid Attack to Counter Rape Allegations: How Police Uncovered the Truth
Oct 28, 2025 04:55 pm CST
A disturbing case from Delhi reveals how Aqeel Khan manipulated his daughter into staging a fake acid attack to frame the husband of a woman who accused him of rape. Delhi Police meticulously investigated the inconsistencies in the story, uncovering a complex family conspiracy designed to target multiple individuals and evade sexual assault charges.
Calcium Carbide Gun Injuries: 300 Eye Trauma Cases in Bhopal Despite ICMR Warnings
Oct 28, 2025 04:50 pm CST
Despite warnings from the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) about the dangers of calcium carbide guns, nearly 300 eye injury cases were reported in Bhopal during Diwali celebrations. These unlicensed "toy guns" cause severe chemical burns when calcium carbide reacts with water to produce explosive acetylene gas, resulting in at least 30 patients losing vision in one eye. Only after this tragedy did authorities finally ban their manufacture and sale.
"If You Cry, I'll Cry": Emotional Farewell as Justice Ganju Transitions from Delhi to Karnataka High Court
Oct 28, 2025 04:44 pm CST
Justice Tara Vitasta Ganju delivered a touching farewell address at the Delhi High Court before her transfer to Karnataka High Court, sharing a poignant moment with her tearful daughter and reflecting on judicial responsibility. Her speech emphasized the judiciary's role as guardian of constitutional values and offered wisdom to young legal professionals about maintaining dignity and fairness in legal practice.
Delhi Acid Attack Hoax: How Innocent Man Was Framed in Revenge Plot After Harassment Complaint
Oct 28, 2025 04:30 pm CST
A Delhi man named Jitendra was falsely accused of an acid attack, but police investigation revealed it was a revenge plot by Aqeel Khan, whose daughter fabricated the incident using toilet cleaner to frame Jitendra after his wife filed sexual harassment charges against Khan. CCTV footage and mobile location data proved Jitendra's innocence in this complex case of deception and retribution.
Indian Expatriate Wins Record-Breaking Dh100 Million UAE Lottery Using Mother's Birthday as Lucky Number
Oct 28, 2025 03:22 pm CST
A 29-year-old Indian expatriate, Anilkumar Bolla, has won the UAE Lottery's first-ever Dh100 million jackpot (over Rs 240 crore) using his mother's birthday as his lucky number. The Abu Dhabi resident plans to invest responsibly, purchase a supercar, celebrate luxuriously, and bring his family to the UAE while also donating a portion of his winnings.