India News
DMK and Allies Challenge Election Commission's Special Voter List Revision in Tamil Nadu
Oct 28, 2025 02:46 am CST
Tamil Nadu's ruling DMK party and its coalition partners have condemned the Election Commission's Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls as politically motivated. Chief Minister MK Stalin's alliance claims the timing and process could disenfranchise voters, comparing it to controversial voter deletions in Bihar. The opposition AIADMK supports the revision, while DMK prepares strategically with a workshop for thousands of election functionaries ahead of the 2026 polls.
Blinkit Delivery Agent Arrested for Sexual Harassment of Brazilian Model in Bengaluru's RT Nagar
Oct 28, 2025 02:33 am CST
A Blinkit delivery agent was arrested in Bengaluru for sexually harassing a 21-year-old Brazilian model during a food delivery at her RT Nagar residence. The incident, which occurred on October 17, was reported days later after the victim confided in her roommates. Police identified the perpetrator as Kumar Rao Pawar, a part-time delivery worker and diploma student at a local college.
RJD Expels 27 Leaders for Anti-Party Activities as Bihar Election Approaches: NDA Partners Follow Suit
Oct 28, 2025 02:31 am CST
In a significant pre-election purge, Rashtriya Janata Dal has expelled 27 leaders for anti-party activities just days before Bihar goes to polls in November. This disciplinary action coincides with similar moves by alliance partners BJP and JDU, who have also removed rebel leaders to maintain party discipline and present a united front ahead of the crucial assembly elections. The expulsions affect sitting MLAs, former legislators, and key party functionaries across the state.
India's Defense Readiness: Rajnath Singh Emphasizes Preparedness for War-Like Scenarios Following Operation Sindoor
Oct 28, 2025 02:30 am CST
Defense Minister Rajnath Singh highlights the importance of India's military preparedness following the May conflict with Pakistan, emphasizing indigenous defense manufacturing achievements and the goal of increasing defense exports to Rs 30,000 crore by 2026. Operation Sindoor demonstrated India's capability with domestically produced military systems while serving as a case study for future security challenges.
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah's Future Depends on Congress High Command Decision
Oct 28, 2025 02:26 am CST
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah addresses speculation about a potential leadership change in November, stating his continuation for a full five-year term will be determined by the Congress high command. Meanwhile, Deputy CM Shivakumar returns from Delhi as rumors of a rotational chief minister arrangement persist within the party.
Delhi High Court Rules Police Must Treat Women With Dignity and Respect: No Need for Additional Guidelines
Oct 28, 2025 02:24 am CST
The Delhi High Court has ruled against creating new guidelines for police interaction with women, stating that officers are already expected to treat women with dignity and refrain from using inappropriate language. Justice Sanjeev Narula addressed a petition seeking formal protocols for respectful treatment of women at police stations, clarifying that existing standards sufficiently mandate dignified conduct by law enforcement.
Rijiju Slams Tejashwi Yadav Over Waqf Act Comments: Accuses Him of Muslim Vote Appeasement Ahead of Bihar Elections
Oct 28, 2025 02:23 am CST
Union Minister Kiren Rijiju sharply criticized RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav for claiming he would abolish the Waqf Amendment Act if elected as Bihar's Chief Minister. Rijiju highlighted the constitutional impossibility of state governments overturning parliamentary legislation, accusing Yadav of Muslim vote appeasement ahead of elections while emphasizing that PM Modi's leadership benefits all communities across India.
Senior IPS Officer Exposes Police Involvement in Madhya Pradesh's Narcotic Cough Syrup Trade
Oct 28, 2025 02:22 am CST
A high-ranking police official in Madhya Pradesh has publicly exposed alleged police involvement in narcotic cough syrup trafficking. Inspector General Gaurav Rajput of Rewa Range claims to possess a list of officers complicit in the multi-crore drug network extending from Bhopal to Delhi. Despite recent seizures worth lakhs of rupees, Rajput suggests these operations are insufficient, as the addictive codeine-based syrup continues to infiltrate every community, transforming Rewa from a region known for temples and tiger reserves into what's now called the 'Corex Capital' of Madhya Pradesh.
Election Commission Clarifies: Aadhaar Card Is Proof of Identity, Not Citizenship for Voter Registration
Oct 28, 2025 02:15 am CST
The Election Commission has included Aadhaar cards and Bihar's post-special intensive revision voters' list among acceptable identification documents for electoral roll cleanup in 12 states and union territories. Officials emphasized that while Aadhaar serves as identity proof, it cannot establish citizenship, aligning with Supreme Court directives and Section 9 of the Aadhaar Act.
Rajasthan Implements Uniform Standardization Across All Schools: Eliminates Ties as "Western Concept"
Oct 28, 2025 01:57 am CST
Rajasthan's Education Minister Madan Dilawar has announced a new policy requiring identical uniforms across all private and government schools, eliminating ties as part of school attire. The initiative aims to reduce feelings of inferiority among students from lower-income backgrounds, though private school associations have indicated they may challenge the order once formally issued.