India News

Delhi Police Bust Major Counterfeit Castrol Engine Oil Operation in Alipur
Dec 11, 2025 05:24 pm CST
Delhi Police have uncovered and dismantled a significant counterfeit Castrol engine oil manufacturing operation in Alipur, seizing hundreds of liters of fake products and thousands of packaging materials. The illegal facility had been operating for six months, distributing counterfeit lubricants across Delhi markets, with two operators from Sonepat identified as suspects.
IndiGo Offers Rs 10,000 Compensation to Passengers Affected by Mass Flight Cancellations
Dec 11, 2025 05:08 pm CST
IndiGo announces Rs 10,000 travel vouchers as compensation for passengers severely impacted by flight cancellations during December 3-5 due to crew shortages. The airline claims services have been restored across all 138 destinations, while the government has reduced IndiGo's winter schedule by 10% following the widespread disruption that affected thousands of travelers.
Luthra Brothers Arrested in Thailand Following Deadly Goa Nightclub Fire That Killed 25
Dec 11, 2025 04:43 pm CST
The owners of 'Birch by Romeo Lane' nightclub in Goa, Saurabh and Gaurav Luthra, have been arrested in Thailand after fleeing India following a devastating fire at their establishment that killed 25 people. The brothers had fled while rescue operations were still ongoing, prompting authorities to suspend their passports and issue an Interpol Blue Notice accusing them of operating without proper safety measures or required licenses.
The Shifting Landscape of Muslim Politics in West Bengal: Humayun Kabir's Challenge to Trinamool Dominance
Dec 11, 2025 04:37 pm CST
This in-depth analysis examines how suspended Trinamool MLA Humayun Kabir's plans to build a Babri Masjid-styled mosque and form a new political party could reshape Muslim politics in West Bengal. With Muslims constituting 27% of Bengal's population and traditionally supporting Mamata Banerjee's Trinamool, Kabir's challenge threatens to fragment this crucial voting bloc ahead of the 2026 elections. The article explores historical voting patterns, regional Muslim identity dynamics, and the potential electoral implications of this political realignment, comparing it to AIMIM's similar strategy in Bihar's Seemanchal region.
Sudha Murty Advocates for Recognition of Social Innovators: Highlighting the Unsung Heroes of Practical Solutions
Dec 11, 2025 04:05 pm CST
Rajya Sabha member Sudha Murty calls for dedicated recognition of social innovators who create everyday solutions like the QR code and idli grinder, emphasizing their significant but often overlooked contributions to society compared to technical innovators who receive abundant accolades and awards.
Delhi Police Uses Akshaye Khanna's Dhurandhar Scene to Deliver Powerful Anti-Drug Message
Dec 11, 2025 03:49 pm CST
The Delhi Police has launched an innovative anti-drug campaign using scenes from Akshaye Khanna's performance in "Dhurandhar" to contrast the illusion of drug use with its devastating reality. The viral social media post shows the stark difference between perceived confidence while under the influence versus the helpless state that substance abuse actually creates, warning citizens not to "trade truth for a moment's delusion."
Delhi Police Bust Major Extortion and Fake Sticker Rackets Targeting Traffic Officials
Dec 11, 2025 03:48 pm CST
Delhi Police Crime Branch has dismantled two organized crime syndicates operating across the city. One group extorted police officials through fabricated videos, while the other ran an illegal sticker racket allowing commercial vehicles to bypass traffic restrictions. Five suspects have been arrested and authorities seized numerous fake stickers, weapons, and electronic devices containing incriminating evidence.
Luthra Brothers Detained in Thailand Following Deadly Goa Nightclub Fire That Killed 25
Dec 11, 2025 03:21 pm CST
Delhi brothers Saurabh and Gaurav Luthra, owners of the Romeo Lane chain, have been detained in Thailand after fleeing India following a devastating fire at their Goa nightclub that killed 25 people. The fire at 'Birch by Romeo Lane' was reportedly caused by electric firecrackers during a performance, with deaths attributed to flammable decor, absent fire safety equipment, and blocked access for emergency vehicles. Indian officials are working to extradite the brothers, who face charges of culpable homicide.
Three Arrested After Man Assaulted for Selling Chicken Patties Near Kolkata Gita Event
Dec 11, 2025 03:19 pm CST
Three individuals have been arrested following the assault of vendor Sheikh Riajul, who was attacked for selling chicken patties near a major Bhagavad Gita recitation event in Kolkata. The incident, captured on video and widely shared on social media, has sparked debate about religious sensitivities and vendors' rights, with political figures from both Trinamool Congress and BJP weighing in on the controversy.
BJP MP Accuses Trinamool Lawmaker of Smoking E-cigarettes in Parliament Despite National Ban
Dec 11, 2025 03:00 pm CST
BJP MP Anurag Thakur has raised allegations against an unnamed Trinamool Congress lawmaker for smoking e-cigarettes in the Lok Sabha, violating both parliamentary rules and India's nationwide ban on electronic cigarettes. Speaker Om Birla promised to investigate the matter as the incident highlights enforcement challenges of India's 2019 Prohibition of Electronic Cigarettes Act, which bans the manufacture, sale, and possession of vaping products.