India News
Chief Justice BR Gavai Reflects on Bhutan's Happiness Philosophy During Official Visit, Drawing Parallels with 'The Lunchbox' Film
Oct 23, 2025 10:07 pm CST
During his official visit to Bhutan, Chief Justice BR Gavai explored the unique harmony and happiness philosophy that defines the nation, referencing the 2013 Bollywood film 'The Lunchbox' while highlighting the deep cultural and constitutional connections between India and Bhutan. The visit strengthened judicial cooperation between the two nations through discussions on partnerships, exchanges, and environmental commitments.
India's Digital Payment Revolution: UPI Dominates with 85% Share as Digital Transactions Reach 99.8% of Total Volume
Oct 23, 2025 10:05 pm CST
According to the RBI's June 2025 Payment System Report, digital payments now account for 99.8% of transaction volume and 97.7% of value in India's payment ecosystem. UPI leads with 85% of transaction volume, while RTGS dominates value at 69%. This digital transformation shows remarkable growth from 2019-2025, with UPI transactions increasing from 1,079 crore to over 17,221 crore annually, demonstrating India's rapid shift toward a cashless economy.
Massive Fire Engulfs Mumbai's 13-Storey Commercial Building: 17 Suffer Suffocation, 27 Rescued
Oct 23, 2025 09:35 pm CST
A severe fire erupted at JNS Business Center in Mumbai's Jogeshwari area, spreading from the 9th to 13th floor of the glass-facade building. Emergency services rescued 27 people, while 17 suffered from suffocation. Firefighting operations involved 12 fire engines, with crews breaking the glass facade to ventilate smoke-filled offices.
Prince Andrew Sexual Abuse Allegations: Virginia Giuffre's Posthumous Memoir Exposes Royal Family Scandal
Oct 23, 2025 09:12 pm CST
Virginia Giuffre's posthumous memoir "Nobody's Girl" reveals shocking details about her alleged sexual encounters with Prince Andrew and exposes the system that protected powerful men like Jeffrey Epstein. The book details how a teenage girl became entangled with elite predators, the royal family's attempts to silence her, and how the late Queen Elizabeth reportedly paid millions to settle the case that has permanently damaged the Duke of York's reputation.
Congress Accelerates Bihar Election Campaign with Rahul Gandhi Rally and Strategic Manifesto Plan
Oct 23, 2025 09:04 pm CST
Congress unveils a three-pronged election strategy for Bihar, featuring a joint Rahul Gandhi-Tejashwi Yadav rally, senior leadership involvement post-Chhath puja, and a manifesto launch on October 28. The Grand Alliance has officially named Tejashwi Yadav as CM candidate while challenging the NDA to confirm Nitish Kumar's position ahead of the November elections.
Election Commission of India to Launch Nationwide Special Intensive Revision of Electoral Rolls in Phases
Oct 23, 2025 08:52 pm CST
The Election Commission of India is preparing to implement a phased Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls across the country, with the first phase schedule expected this month. Covering approximately 10 states initially, including Assam, Tamil Nadu, and West Bengal, this initiative aims to create more accurate voter lists by streamlining the elector verification process ahead of upcoming elections.
Process Begins for Justice Surya Kant's Appointment as Next Chief Justice of India Following BR Gavai's Retirement
Oct 23, 2025 08:38 pm CST
The Indian government has initiated the process to appoint Justice Surya Kant as the next Chief Justice of India, as incumbent BR Gavai approaches his November 23 retirement date. Following judicial appointment protocols, Justice Kant, the current seniormost judge after the CJI, is set to lead the Indian judiciary for approximately 15 months starting November 24, 2027.
Jammu and Kashmir's First Rajya Sabha Elections Since Becoming Union Territory: National Conference and BJP in Key Contest
Oct 23, 2025 08:02 pm CST
Jammu and Kashmir prepares for its first Rajya Sabha elections since becoming a Union territory, with the National Conference expected to secure three seats and BJP one. With 54 MLAs in the ruling coalition against BJP's 28, the contest highlights the region's evolving political landscape as it seeks representation in India's Upper House after a three-year gap.
BJP Chief JP Nadda Calls Bihar Election a Battle Between NDA's Development and INDIA Bloc's Destruction
Oct 23, 2025 08:00 pm CST
BJP president JP Nadda frames Bihar's assembly elections as a contrast between NDA's development agenda and INDIA bloc's destructive policies. Addressing rallies in Aurangabad and Vaishali, Nadda highlighted infrastructure improvements under Modi-Nitish leadership while criticizing RJD's past governance record of "jungle raj" and questioning Congress's commitment to Bihar's development.
Karnataka Voter Deletion Scandal: Investigation Reveals Paid Operation to Remove Thousands from Electoral Rolls
Oct 23, 2025 07:54 pm CST
An investigation into alleged voter deletion in Karnataka has uncovered evidence of a data entry team being paid to systematically remove nearly 7,000 voters from electoral rolls ahead of the 2023 Assembly election. Police sources indicate that individuals received Rs 80 per successfully deleted voter, primarily targeting marginalized communities that traditionally support Congress. The discovery of burnt voter records near a former BJP lawmaker's residence has further intensified the 'vote chori' controversy initially raised by Congress MP Rahul Gandhi.
