India News
Climate Change Transforms India's Monsoon: 45% of Country Faces Extreme Rainfall in 2025
Oct 17, 2025 10:09 pm CST
The 2025 Southwest Monsoon has dramatically reshaped India's climate landscape, with 45% of the country experiencing extreme rainfall resulting in over 1,500 deaths. Climate experts attribute this intensification to global warming rather than traditional El Niño or La Niña patterns, with rising sea temperatures, shifting Western Disturbances, and accelerated Himalayan glacial melt creating a perfect storm of environmental challenges that demand urgent adaptation strategies.
Infant Trafficking Case Uncovered in Maharashtra: Four Charged for Selling Newborn for Rs 1 Lakh
Oct 17, 2025 10:04 pm CST
Police in Maharashtra's Thane district have filed charges against four individuals involved in the illegal sale of a 17-day-old baby boy for Rs 1 lakh. The case, which involves a couple from Kalyan taluka selling their newborn to a couple from Raigad district, was uncovered by the Women and Child Welfare department. All parties have been charged under the Juvenile Justice Act, and the infant has been rescued.
Indian Railways Launches Blanket Covers in AC Coaches: Enhancing Passenger Hygiene and Comfort
Oct 17, 2025 09:23 pm CST
Indian Railways has introduced a new pilot scheme providing blanket covers in AC coaches, beginning with the Jaipur-Asarva Express. Launched by Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, this initiative addresses long-standing passenger concerns about blanket hygiene, as they were previously washed only monthly. The scheme aims to significantly improve passenger comfort, hygiene standards, and overall travel experience across Indian Railways.
Viral Video: Jharkhand High Court Judge and Lawyer Clash Leads to Contempt Case
Oct 17, 2025 09:08 pm CST
A heated exchange between Justice Rajesh Kumar and lawyer Mahesh Tiwari during live-streamed Jharkhand High Court proceedings has resulted in a criminal contempt case. The confrontation began during a hearing about a widow's electricity disconnection and escalated when Tiwari intervened, claiming judges shouldn't humiliate advocates. The viral courtroom incident will be heard on November 11.
ABVP Members Arrested for Secretly Recording Women Students at Madhya Pradesh College Campus
Oct 17, 2025 08:52 pm CST
Three ABVP-affiliated students were arrested in Madhya Pradesh for allegedly filming women changing clothes during a college festival. Security footage revealed the suspects spying through windows, leading to immediate legal action and the suspension of one accused from his organizational position. Police have seized mobile devices for forensic analysis as the investigation continues.
CBI Raid Uncovers Punjab Police Officer's Massive Unexplained Wealth: 7.5 Crore Cash, 50+ Properties, Luxury Assets
Oct 17, 2025 08:50 pm CST
A Central Bureau of Investigation raid on senior Punjab IPS officer Harcharan Singh Bhullar revealed an extraordinary cache of unexplained wealth including Rs 7.5 crore cash, over 50 properties, luxury watches, and gold following his arrest in a bribery case. The 2009-batch officer, who previously led anti-drug operations and high-profile investigations, was arrested after allegedly demanding an Rs 8 lakh bribe from a scrap dealer.
Sabarimala Gold Theft Investigation Reveals Elaborate Conspiracy Involving Temple Officials
Oct 17, 2025 08:47 pm CST
A comprehensive investigation into the Sabarimala temple gold theft case has revealed a sophisticated conspiracy involving Unnikrishnan Potti and at least nine officials from the Travancore Devaswom Board. The nine-page remand report details how approximately 2 kg of gold was stolen from sacred temple artifacts in 2019, with evidence pointing to deliberate manipulation of records, forged signatures, and violation of High Court orders in what investigators describe as a "robbery with joint responsibility."
Amit Shah Challenges Tejashwi Yadav's Government Job Guarantee and Criticizes Rahul Gandhi's Yatra in Bihar
Oct 17, 2025 08:37 pm CST
Union Home Minister Amit Shah questions the financial feasibility of RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav's promise to provide government jobs to every family in Bihar during his pre-election visit. Shah also criticized Rahul Gandhi's Voter Adhikar Yatra while emphasizing BJP's stance against illegal immigrants ahead of the November assembly elections.
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah Challenges Murthys' Understanding of State's Social Survey: Not Just for Backward Classes
Oct 17, 2025 08:16 pm CST
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has publicly addressed Infosys founder NR Narayana Murthy and Sudha Murty's refusal to participate in the state's socio-economic survey, emphasizing it serves all citizens regardless of caste. The CM clarified that the survey aims to map Karnataka's entire population of seven crore people, not just backward classes, and highlighted that even upper-caste residents benefit from government welfare schemes.
Fatal Ambulance Accident in Sitapur Claims 4 Lives After Tire Burst on National Highway
Oct 17, 2025 08:13 pm CST
A tragic accident occurred in Sitapur district when an ambulance experienced a tire burst on the National Highway, killing four people including a patient from Uttarakhand, the driver, and a female pedestrian. The vehicle overturned into a roadside ditch after striking pedestrians, while two others were critically injured and referred to Lucknow for treatment. Police investigation is ongoing to identify all victims and contact their families.