India News
India Secures Seventh Term on UN Human Rights Council for 2026-2028
Oct 15, 2025 12:21 pm CST
India has been elected to the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) for the 2026-28 term, marking its seventh time serving on the Geneva-based rights body. Following Tuesday's election, India's Permanent Representative to the UN highlighted the country's unwavering commitment to human rights and fundamental freedoms. Since the Council's establishment in 2006, India has maintained consistent membership except for three mandatory breaks, demonstrating its ongoing engagement with global human rights governance.
Maharashtra Gurukul Head Arrested for Sexual Assault on Minor Student: POCSO Case Filed
Oct 15, 2025 12:10 pm CST
Bhagwan Kokare Maharaj, head of Warkari Gurukul in Ratnagiri, Maharashtra, and teacher Pritesh Prabhakar Kadam have been arrested under POCSO Act for allegedly sexually assaulting a minor female student. The victim reported being physically assaulted and threatened to remain silent about the abuse, which began shortly after her enrollment for spiritual education.
Haryana Police Suicide Case: Rs 50 Crore Corruption Allegation Links IPS Officer to Notorious Gangster
Oct 15, 2025 12:03 pm CST
Two police suicides in Haryana have exposed allegations of a Rs 50 crore corruption deal between IPS officer Y Puran Kumar and gangster Rao Inderjit. The case involves claims of caste discrimination, police-gangster connections, and corruption, with ASI Sandeep Lathar alleging Kumar committed suicide to avoid exposure over clearing Inderjit's name in a murder investigation.
Haryana IPS Officer Y Puran Kumar Suicide: Family Consents to Autopsy After Legal Intervention
Oct 15, 2025 12:03 pm CST
The family of Haryana IPS officer Y Puran Kumar, who allegedly died by suicide on October 7, has finally given consent for post-mortem examination after initially refusing. This development follows Chandigarh Police seeking court intervention regarding the autopsy. Kumar's family had demanded action against Haryana officers named in his final note before agreeing to the procedure. The 52-year-old officer's body remains at PGIMER as authorities proceed with the investigation.
Wife and Mother-in-Law Kill Husband Over Property Dispute and Blackmail in UP
Oct 15, 2025 11:56 am CST
A 35-year-old man in Baghpat, UP was murdered by his wife and mother-in-law after he blackmailed them with secretly recorded footage in an attempt to gain ownership of valuable property. The women drugged and strangled him, attempting to stage the death as suicide before being arrested and confessing to the crime.
Major Breakthrough in India's Anti-Maoist Campaign: Commander Bhupati and 60 Cadres Surrender in Gadchiroli
Oct 15, 2025 11:30 am CST
The surrender of high-profile Maoist commander Bhupati along with over 60 associates marks a decisive turning point in India's fight against left-wing extremism. This comprehensive analysis examines Bhupati's 40-year militant career, his strategic importance within the banned CPI (Maoist), the factors behind his surrender following Home Minister Amit Shah's appeal, and the broader implications for Maoist insurgency in the Red Corridor region.
Goa's Former Chief Minister and Agriculture Minister Ravi Naik Passes Away at 79: A Political Legacy Remembered
Oct 15, 2025 11:15 am CST
Ravi Naik, Goa's agriculture minister and former chief minister, has died at 79 following a cardiac arrest. A veteran politician with seven terms as MLA representing various parties including MGP, Congress, and BJP, Naik served twice as Goa's CM and once as MP from North Goa. His political career spanning decades left an indelible mark on Goan governance and public welfare.
India's Western Army Commander Warns of Deadlier Response to Pakistan's Terror Tactics in Operation Sindoor 2.0
Oct 15, 2025 11:13 am CST
Lieutenant General Manoj Kumar Katiyar, Western Army Commander, has issued a strong warning that while Pakistan may attempt more Pahalgam-style terror attacks, India's response through Operation Sindoor 2.0 will be significantly more powerful than previous operations. Speaking at an event commemorating the 60th anniversary of the 1965 Indo-Pak War, he emphasized that despite lacking capacity for conventional warfare, Pakistan continues its "bleed India through a thousand cuts" strategy, and the Indian Army remains fully prepared to counter any such aggression.
Expert Panel Identifies Critical Flaws in Bengaluru's Proposed Hebbal-Silk Board Underground Tunnel Project
Oct 15, 2025 10:45 am CST
An expert committee has raised serious concerns about the Detailed Project Report for Bengaluru's proposed 18.5-kilometer Hebbal-Silk Board underground tunnel, citing incomplete planning, unrealistic cost estimates, environmental risks, and design flaws. The panel recommended comprehensive revision before proceeding with the project intended to ease north-south traffic congestion.
Former BJP Youth Leader Arrested for Minor's Kidnapping and Rape in Uttarakhand: Legal and Political Fallout
Oct 15, 2025 10:43 am CST
A former BJP youth wing leader, Dev Singh Bagdwal, has been arrested in Uttarakhand for allegedly kidnapping and raping a 16-year-old girl. The victim was rescued from Haridwar following a missing person report filed by her mother on October 8. The incident has sparked political controversy, with Congress criticizing BJP's "Beti Bachao" campaign while BJP officials condemned the act and promised strict legal action regardless of political affiliations.