India News
Man Killed by Train While Crossing Railway Tracks in Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh
Oct 13, 2025 05:45 pm CST
A tragic incident in Greater Noida resulted in the death of a Dadri resident named Tushar, who was struck by a train while attempting to cross closed railway tracks on his motorcycle. This accident highlights Uttar Pradesh's alarming statistics as the state with the highest number of railway crossing accidents and fatalities in India for 2023, according to NCRB data.
Inside India's Digital Arrest Scam: How Fraudsters Target the Wealthy Through Financial and Psychological Manipulation
Oct 13, 2025 05:45 pm CST
This article exposes India's devastating "digital arrest" scam targeting affluent citizens, where fraudsters posing as government officials manipulate victims into transferring life savings through psychological intimidation. With losses exceeding $290 million since 2022, the article examines how these scams exploit weaknesses in banking systems, data security vulnerabilities, and law enforcement limitations, while offering solutions to combat this growing financial threat.
Fake Tantrik Arrested for Ghost Exorcism Scam: How He Deceived Dozens Through Instagram
Oct 13, 2025 05:44 pm CST
A 20-year-old man from Rajasthan was arrested for operating a sophisticated online scam as a fake spiritual healer, convincing victims their homes were haunted and charging substantial fees for exorcism rituals. Using Instagram and fabricated ghost images, he defrauded over 50 people before being caught after a Delhi woman reported him to cybercrime authorities.
IndiGo Airlines Damages Disability Advocate Sminu Jindal's Custom Wheelchair During Flight - MP Naveen Jindal Demands Action
Oct 13, 2025 05:38 pm CST
Disability rights advocate Sminu Jindal's custom wheelchair was severely damaged during an IndiGo flight from Goa to Delhi, sparking calls for improved airline protocols for handling assistive devices. Her father, MP Naveen Jindal, condemned the incident as part of a systemic issue affecting travelers with disabilities, while IndiGo has issued an apology and claims to be reviewing their procedures.
Indian Senior Officials to Visit US for Advancing Bilateral Trade Agreement Negotiations
Oct 13, 2025 05:28 pm CST
A high-level Indian delegation is visiting the US this week to continue negotiations on the proposed Bilateral Trade Agreement, aimed at doubling trade to $500 billion by 2030. The talks come amid US tariffs on Indian goods and follow five previous rounds of discussions, with both nations working toward concluding the first phase by late 2025.
Karnataka CM's Son Compares RSS to Taliban: Calls for Regulatory Oversight Spark Political Controversy
Oct 13, 2025 05:15 pm CST
Karnataka Chief Minister's son Yathindra Siddaramaiah has ignited controversy by comparing the RSS to the Taliban, claiming both organizations impose rigid religious interpretations. The remarks, made during a Taliban official's India visit, have prompted Congress leaders to demand official registration and restrictions on RSS activities, while BJP officials strongly condemn the comparison as an attack on nationalism.
AIIMS Surgeon Suspended Following Harassment Complaint Escalated to Prime Minister's Office
Oct 13, 2025 04:47 pm CST
A senior surgeon at AIIMS, Dr AK Bisoi, has been suspended from his position as head of the Cardio Thoracic and Vascular Surgery department following harassment allegations from nursing staff. The complaint, which escalated to the Prime Minister's Office, involves accusations of vulgar language, workplace intimidation, and retaliatory threats. This marks one of several disciplinary actions against Dr Bisoi throughout his career, as the institute launches an internal investigation into the matter.
Tejashwi Yadav Responds to Court Charges: "Elections Coming, People Are Watching" as Bihar Political Battle Intensifies
Oct 13, 2025 04:40 pm CST
Amid corruption charges against the Yadav family, RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav suggests the timing is politically motivated as Bihar elections approach. The Delhi court has framed charges against Lalu Prasad Yadav, Rabri Devi, and Tejashwi in the IRCTC hotels case, intensifying the political rivalry between RJD and BJP in Bihar.
Chandrababu Naidu Secures Historic $10 Billion Google Data Center Investment for Visakhapatnam During Delhi Meeting with PM Modi
Oct 13, 2025 04:34 pm CST
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu visits Delhi for crucial talks with PM Modi and to sign a landmark $10 billion agreement with Google for a hyperscale data center in Visakhapatnam. This record FDI investment aims to transform Vizag into India's first AI Hub, creating over 188,000 annual jobs and strengthening the renewed TDP-BJP alliance under the NDA framework.
Lalu Yadav and Family Face Trial in IRCTC Hotel Scam: Understanding the Corruption Case Against Bihar's Political Dynasty
Oct 13, 2025 04:28 pm CST
Former Bihar Chief Minister Lalu Yadav, his son Tejashwi, and wife Rabri Devi have been charged in the alleged IRCTC hotel scam case. The corruption allegations stem from Lalu's tenure as Railways Minister, where he allegedly influenced maintenance contracts for IRCTC hotels in exchange for undervalued land. With elections approaching, the RJD party must now balance its legal defense with campaign efforts as they face charges of cheating and criminal conspiracy that could result in significant prison sentences.