India News
UPI Adoption in France Boosts Indian Tourism by 40%: Lyra Network Chairman Reveals Digital Payment Impact
Oct 10, 2025 04:17 pm CST
The implementation of India's UPI payment system across French tourist destinations has led to a 40% increase in Indian visitors, according to Lyra Network's Chairman Christophe Mariette. The familiar payment method offers enhanced security for travelers, showing exact expenses in rupees while supporting tourism growth. UPI will soon expand to luxury shopping destination Bicester Village, further strengthening the connection between India's fintech ecosystem and global retail.
Deadly Cough Syrup Scandal: 23 Children Die as CAG Report Reveals Systemic Failures in Drug Testing
Oct 10, 2025 04:06 pm CST
A CAG audit has revealed critical failures in drug testing procedures following the deaths of 23 children in Madhya Pradesh from toxic cough syrup. The report highlights significant shortfalls in Tamil Nadu's pharmaceutical inspection system, where manufacturer Sresan Pharmaceuticals was found adding dangerous levels of diethylene glycol to their Coldrif syrup, far exceeding safety limits. This regulatory negligence has sparked a heated blame exchange between state governments.
BJP and LJP Finalize 25-26 Seat Deal for Bihar Elections After Intense Negotiations
Oct 10, 2025 04:00 pm CST
The BJP and Chirag Paswan's Lok Janshakti Party (LJP) have reached a seat-sharing agreement for the upcoming Bihar elections, with LJP accepting 25-26 seats instead of their demanded 40. The deal includes concessions on implementing the 'Bihar first, Bihari first' agenda and assurances of respect at all government levels. Negotiations involved Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and Junior Home Minister Nityanand Rai, with Paswan reportedly remaining unsatisfied despite the compromise.
Priyanka Gandhi's Wayanad Visit Highlights Dairy Farmers' Struggles and a Cow Named Alia Bhatt
Oct 10, 2025 03:40 pm CST
Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi's visit to a Kerala dairy farm has gone viral after her encounter with a cow named Alia Bhatt. During her hour-long visit to the award-winning Kodencherry farm, Gandhi engaged with local farmers, learned about their struggles with rising costs and wildlife threats, and pledged to address their concerns with relevant authorities, highlighting the ongoing crisis in the dairy farming sector.
India's Maritime Transformation: Reclaiming Sea Power Through Strategic Reforms and Infrastructure Development
Oct 10, 2025 03:38 pm CST
India is undergoing a significant maritime transformation, revising its coastline measurement to 11,098 kilometers and implementing comprehensive reforms through new legislation. Despite providing 12% of global seafarers, India currently holds only 1.2% of global shipping capacity. Recent initiatives include the Merchant Shipping Bill, port digitalization, and major infrastructure investments like Vizhinjam International Seaport. These efforts aim to reduce foreign dependency, improve shipping efficiency, and position India among top global maritime powers by 2047.
Haryana IPS Officer's Suicide: Wife Claims FIR Omits Key Details in Alleged Caste Discrimination Case
Oct 10, 2025 02:58 pm CST
The wife of IPS officer Y Puran Kumar, who allegedly died by suicide, claims the FIR lacks crucial details regarding senior officers accused of caste discrimination and harassment. Kumar's eight-page suicide note named multiple high-ranking police officials, including Haryana's DGP, alleging years of targeted humiliation that ultimately drove him to take his own life. The case has raised serious concerns about discrimination against Scheduled Caste officers within the police force.
Air India Vienna-New Delhi Flight Diverted to Dubai: Technical Issue Forces Emergency Landing
Oct 10, 2025 02:14 pm CST
An Air India flight from Vienna to New Delhi was safely diverted to Dubai following a suspected technical issue. All passengers remained safe during the incident, receiving updates and refreshments during the delay. This follows another recent Air India incident where a Boeing 787 Dreamliner's emergency system activated during approach to Birmingham.
Zubeen Garg's Personal Security Officers Arrested in Death Investigation Following Financial Irregularities
Oct 10, 2025 01:56 pm CST
Two personal security officers of late Assamese music legend Zubeen Garg have been arrested by the Special Investigation Team after unexplained financial transactions worth over Rs 1.1 crore were discovered in their accounts. The arrests mark a significant development in the investigation of the 52-year-old cultural icon's death in Singapore last month, as his wife appeals for transparency while urging against politicizing the case.
Manorama Khedkar Denies Involvement in Truck Helper Kidnapping Case as Investigation Continues
Oct 10, 2025 01:56 pm CST
Manorama Khedkar, mother of former IAS probationer Pooja Khedkar, has denied all allegations connecting her to the kidnapping of a truck helper following a road incident. Despite receiving interim bail, she faces accusations of evidence tampering and obstructing police investigation, while her husband's bail plea was rejected. The case stems from a September 13 collision that allegedly led to the abduction of a truck helper who was later rescued from the family's Pune property.
Raj Kundra Claims Demonetization Led to Inability to Repay Rs 60 Crore Loan in Fraud Case
Oct 10, 2025 01:44 pm CST
Businessman Raj Kundra attributes his failure to repay a Rs 60 crore loan to losses suffered during India's 2016 demonetization. He and wife Shilpa Shetty face fraud allegations from businessman Deepak Kothari regarding their now-defunct company Best Deal TV. The Bombay High Court has stated it will only consider lifting their travel restrictions after the full amount is deposited.