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Zubeen Garg Death Investigation: Two Band Members Remanded to Judicial Custody as Protests Erupt in Assam
Oct 17, 2025 06:43 pm CST
Two band members of late singer Zubeen Garg have been remanded to judicial custody following a 14-day police interrogation in connection with his death in Singapore. Their detention brings the total arrests to seven, sparking violent protests outside Baksa District Jail where other accused are held. Authorities have imposed prohibitory orders and suspended internet services in the region as the investigation continues.
CBI Arrests NHIDCL Official Accepting Rs 10 Lakh Bribe, Uncovers Assets Worth Crores
Oct 17, 2025 06:40 pm CST
The CBI has arrested Riten Kumar Singh, executive director of NHIDCL Guwahati, while accepting a Rs 10 lakh bribe. Subsequent searches uncovered Rs 2.62 crore in cash and extensive undisclosed assets including multiple properties across India, luxury vehicles, and valuables. The bribe was allegedly for issuing favorable certificates for highway construction contracts in Assam.
Delhi Police Bust Major Drug Racket: 54,000 Tramadol Tablets Worth Rs 32 Lakh Seized
Oct 17, 2025 06:03 pm CST
The Delhi Police Crime Branch has dismantled a major drug operation ahead of the festive season, seizing 54,000 Tramadol tablets valued at Rs 32 lakh. Mohammad Abid, a 50-year-old drug peddler, has been arrested while authorities continue searching for his associate who allegedly managed the distribution network. The operation highlights ongoing efforts to combat illegal drug trafficking in the capital.
Gujarat Cabinet Reshuffle: Harsh Sanghavi Elevated to Deputy CM, Cricketer Jadeja's Wife Among New Ministers
Oct 17, 2025 06:03 pm CST
Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel has expanded his cabinet to 26 members, elevating Harsh Sanghavi to Deputy Chief Minister and inducting 19 new ministers including Rivaba Jadeja, wife of cricketer Ravindra Jadeja. The reshuffle, overseen by Governor Acharya Devvrat at Gandhinagar's Mahatma Mandir, comes as BJP looks to strengthen its position across the state.
Delhi Police Seize 54,000 Tramadol Tablets Worth Rs 32 Lakh in Major Drug Bust Operation
Oct 17, 2025 06:01 pm CST
The Delhi Police Crime Branch has dismantled a significant drug trafficking network, seizing 54,000 Tramadol tablets valued at approximately Rs 32 lakh. One suspect has been arrested while investigations continue to identify the broader network of this illegal pharmaceutical drug operation targeting Delhi's underground markets during the festive season.
From Servility to Statesmanship: How India's Diplomatic Approach Evolved Between Two Sharm El-Sheikh Summits
Oct 17, 2025 05:41 pm CST
This analysis contrasts India's diplomatic approaches at two Sharm El-Sheikh summits 16 years apart, highlighting the evolution from Manmohan Singh's conciliatory stance in 2009 to Narendra Modi's strategic diplomacy in 2025. While Pakistan's PM Shahbaz Sharif displayed obsequious behavior toward Trump at the recent Gaza peace negotiations, Modi's decision to send a representative instead demonstrated calculated diplomatic maturity, underscoring fundamental differences in India's foreign policy posture between the two administrations.
MNS Workers Assault Salon Owner in Navi Mumbai Over Employee Salary Dispute - Viral Video Shows Violent Confrontation
Oct 17, 2025 05:12 pm CST
Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) members physically assaulted a salon owner in Navi Mumbai who allegedly abused a female employee and withheld her salary for months. The violent confrontation was captured on video and has gone viral, adding to a series of vigilante actions by MNS workers against perceived disrespect toward Marathi culture. Police are investigating the incident although no formal complaint has been filed.
Karnataka vs Andhra Pradesh: The Battle for Tech Investment Heats Up as Siddaramaiah Highlights Apple's Choice
Oct 17, 2025 05:10 pm CST
Amid an intensifying interstate rivalry for tech investments, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah counters Andhra Pradesh's claims following Google's $15 billion Vizag investment by highlighting that "Apple invested here, not in Andhra Pradesh." This growing dispute between the states centers on Bengaluru's infrastructure challenges and competitive economic development strategies, with ministers from both states engaging in public exchanges about investment opportunities and infrastructure quality.
Supreme Court Takes Action Against Digital Arrest Scams and Cyber Fraud in India
Oct 17, 2025 05:05 pm CST
The Supreme Court of India has issued notices to the Central government and investigative agencies regarding the alarming rise in digital arrest scams and cyber frauds. After a senior citizen couple lost Rs 1.5 crore to scammers impersonating officials and using forged judicial orders, the court emphasized that such crimes undermine public trust in the judiciary and require coordinated efforts between central and state governments to combat effectively.
Tamil Nadu Forms Commission to Draft Law Against Honour Killings Under MK Stalin's Leadership
Oct 17, 2025 04:45 pm CST
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has announced a Commission headed by retired High Court Judge KM Basha to draft legislation against caste-based honour killings. This initiative aims to protect inter-caste couples and address the social dimensions of such crimes through specialized legal frameworks, following recent incidents that have highlighted the need for stronger protections against violence motivated by caste prejudice.