India News
TMC's Daily Parliament Protests Demand Billions in Unpaid Central Dues for West Bengal
Dec 10, 2025 06:06 pm CST
Trinamool Congress MPs plan strategic daily protests in Parliament during the Winter Session, highlighting 20 critical questions about unpaid central government dues to West Bengal. The campaign focuses on delayed payments for MGNREGA, housing schemes, disaster relief, and cultural recognition, renewing demands for a White Paper on funds withheld since 2021 elections.
Luthra Brothers Claim Victim Status in Fatal Goa Nightclub Fire: Details of Their Pre-Arrest Bail Plea
Dec 10, 2025 06:02 pm CST
The owners of 'Birch' by Romeo Lane pub in Goa have filed for pre-arrest bail following a devastating fire that killed 25 people. The Luthra brothers, who fled to Thailand after the incident, claim they bear no criminal liability as they weren't present during the tragedy and don't personally oversee club operations. Meanwhile, authorities have arrested their business partner Ajay Gupta and four staff members as investigations continue into one of Goa's deadliest nightlife incidents.
Tirupati Temple Hit by Rs 54 Crore Silk Shawl Scam: Decade-Long Fraud Exposed
Dec 10, 2025 05:54 pm CST
The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) is facing a major scandal after an internal investigation revealed a decade-long Rs 54 crore fraud involving polyester shawls being supplied instead of pure mulberry silk. This latest controversy adds to recent procurement issues at one of the world's richest religious institutions, prompting an Anti-Corruption Bureau investigation and raising questions about vendor integrity.
Woman Dies After Unauthorized Surgery Performed by Intoxicated Man Who Learned from YouTube in Uttar Pradesh
Dec 10, 2025 05:53 pm CST
In a shocking case of medical malpractice in Barabanki, Uttar Pradesh, a woman died after two unauthorized individuals performed surgery on her after watching YouTube tutorials. The clinic operator, allegedly intoxicated during the procedure, and his nephew have been charged with causing death by negligence. The illegal clinic, which had been operating for years, has now been sealed by authorities.
PM Modi Celebrates Deepavali's Historic Addition to UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage List
Dec 10, 2025 05:46 pm CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed delight as Deepavali receives recognition on UNESCO's Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. This historic inclusion marks India's 16th cultural element on the prestigious list, highlighting the festival's significance as a symbol of illumination and righteousness deeply rooted in Indian civilization, while enhancing its global popularity.
Microsoft's $17.5 Billion AI Investment in India: Transforming Digital Infrastructure, Skills, and Sovereignty
Dec 10, 2025 05:40 pm CST
Microsoft has announced its largest-ever Asian investment of $17.5 billion in India, focusing on expanding AI infrastructure, enhancing cloud capacity, and training 20 million Indians in advanced digital skills by 2030. This strategic investment will establish new data centers, integrate AI into labor platforms, introduce sovereign cloud solutions, and strengthen India's position as a global AI development hub, creating numerous high-value tech jobs and boosting the country's digital ecosystem.
Wildlife Miracle: Python Successfully Revived With CPR After Severe Head Injury in Gujarat
Dec 10, 2025 05:28 pm CST
In a remarkable wildlife rescue operation in Gujarat's Narmada district, a python with a severe head injury was successfully revived through specialized CPR techniques by Forest Department officials and an animal welfare activist from Jivdaya Premi. This innovative approach to reptile emergency care highlights the growing expertise in wildlife rescue operations across India.
The Communist Influence: How Dipankar Bhattacharya Is Shaping Rahul Gandhi's Political Strategy
Dec 10, 2025 05:15 pm CST
This analysis examines the growing influence of Dipankar Bhattacharya, general secretary of the Communist Party of India (Marxist-Leninist), on Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's political ideology and strategic decisions. Following the Bihar election defeat, Bhattacharya has emerged as Gandhi's key advisor, potentially reshaping opposition alliances for upcoming elections including in West Bengal, while raising questions about the leftward direction of Congress leadership.
India's Semiconductor Security Challenge: How Imported Chips Threaten Digital Infrastructure
Dec 10, 2025 05:15 pm CST
India's rapid digital transformation faces a critical security vulnerability: its dependence on imported semiconductor chips. As tech giants like Microsoft, Google, and Amazon invest billions in Indian data centers, IIT Kharagpur leads pioneering work in hardware forensics to protect national infrastructure. Professor Debdeep Mukhopadhyay's team demonstrates how chip integrity underpins national security, while industry leaders like Gautam Adani recognize that cybersecurity begins at the hardware level. With nearly $46.5 billion in tech investments announced this year, ensuring hardware security has become essential for India's digital sovereignty.
PM Modi, Amit Shah, and Rahul Gandhi Meet to Select New Chief Information Commissioner for RTI Authority
Dec 10, 2025 05:02 pm CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is leading a high-level panel with Home Minister Amit Shah and Opposition Leader Rahul Gandhi to select India's new Chief Information Commissioner and fill eight vacant positions at the Central Information Commission. With over 30,000 pending RTI cases, this appointment is crucial for the highest RTI appellate authority, which currently operates with just two commissioners following Heeralal Samariya's departure in September.