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PM Modi and Keir Starmer Strengthen India-UK Partnership During Mumbai Visit
Oct 10, 2025 12:19 am CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer reinforced bilateral ties during Starmer's first official visit to India, discussing the implementation of the recently signed Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) and announcing a major defence deal worth $468 million. The leaders attended the Global Fintech Fest 2025 in Mumbai, emphasizing the growing economic and strategic partnership between India and the United Kingdom.
Sunjay Kapur Inheritance Battle: Children Accuse Stepmother of Forging Will for Rs 30,000 Crore Estate
Oct 10, 2025 12:18 am CST
The high-profile inheritance dispute over late industrialist Sunjay Kapur's Rs 30,000-crore fortune has intensified as his children with ex-wife Karisma Kapoor accuse their stepmother Priya Sachdev Kapur of forging his will. Senior lawyer Mahesh Jethmalani, representing the children, compared Priya to "Cinderella's stepmother" during dramatic Delhi High Court proceedings, claiming she secured 60% of the assets while leaving nothing for Sunjay's mother and children.
Haryana IPS Officer's Suicide Note Names Top Cops: Allegations of Caste Discrimination Lead to Administrative Action
Oct 09, 2025 11:57 pm CST
A high-ranking Haryana police officer's suicide has triggered a major controversy as his eight-page note accuses senior officials of caste discrimination and harassment. His wife, an IAS officer, has filed complaints against Director General of Police Shatrujeet Singh Kapur and Rohtak police head Narendra Bijarnia, who are likely to be sent on leave while investigations proceed under the SC/ST Prevention of Atrocities Act.
Massive Boulder Crashes onto Moving Car in Himachal Pradesh: Miraculous Escape Caught on Dashcam
Oct 09, 2025 11:47 pm CST
A dramatic dashcam video captured the moment a huge boulder crashed onto a moving car in Kinnaur, Himachal Pradesh, with occupants miraculously escaping unharmed. This incident comes amid a series of landslides in the region, including a fatal one in Bilaspur that claimed 15 lives and another that completely blocked National Highway 5, highlighting the increasing dangers in India's mountainous northern regions during monsoon season.
Fatal Accident in Maharajganj: 4-Year-Old Dies in Motorcycle-Pickup Collision, Two Family Members Critically Injured
Oct 09, 2025 11:33 pm CST
A tragic road accident on the Paniyara-Partawal road in Maharajganj resulted in the death of 4-year-old Shamad when a speeding pickup truck collided with a motorcycle carrying three family members. The child's aunt Kamarjahan and 18-year-old brother Akram sustained critical injuries and were transferred to Gorakhpur Medical College for specialized treatment. Police have seized the vehicle involved as investigations continue.
UK PM Keir Starmer Hails India as "Economic Superpower in the Making" During Historic Trade Partnership Visit
Oct 09, 2025 11:21 pm CST
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer highlighted India's trajectory to become the world's third-largest economy by 2028 during his Mumbai visit, calling it an "economic superpower in the making." Leading the UK's largest-ever business delegation to India, Starmer emphasized the transformative potential of the recently signed trade deal to enhance partnerships across technology, life sciences, and renewable energy sectors, while also discussing global conflicts and collaborative opportunities in the trillion-dollar tech industries.
UK and India Sign $468 Million Missile Deal During Prime Minister Starmer's Mumbai Visit
Oct 09, 2025 11:01 pm CST
Britain has secured a $468 million contract to supply lightweight missiles to the Indian army, reinforcing defense ties between the two nations. The agreement, announced during British Prime Minister Keir Starmer's meeting with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Mumbai, will preserve 700 jobs at Thales' Northern Ireland facility and opens the door to broader weapons cooperation, alongside progress on a naval electric engine partnership.
Haryana Man Arrested for Murdering Girlfriend in Delhi Over Suspicions of Infidelity
Oct 09, 2025 10:42 pm CST
A 25-year-old man from Haryana has been arrested for fatally stabbing his girlfriend in her south Delhi apartment after suspecting her of being unfaithful. The murder, which occurred in Kotla Mubarakpur, was discovered after neighbors reported disturbances and bloodstains in the building. Police investigation involving CCTV footage and technical surveillance led to the accused's arrest in Haryana.
Karnataka Cabinet Reshuffle Speculation: Siddaramaiah's Dinner Meeting Triggers Leadership Change Rumors
Oct 09, 2025 10:41 pm CST
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's upcoming dinner with his ministerial council has intensified speculation about a potential cabinet reshuffle and leadership rotation with Deputy CM DK Shivakumar. While Congress officially denies any immediate changes before the Bihar elections, party factions continue to push competing agendas, creating internal tension that party leaders are now publicly asking the high command to resolve.
India and Australia Strengthen Maritime Security with Historic Submarine Rescue Agreement
Oct 09, 2025 10:35 pm CST
Australia and India have signed a landmark submarine rescue agreement during their first annual defence ministers' dialogue, enhancing maritime security cooperation in the Indo-Pacific. The historic meeting between Defence Ministers Richard Marles and Rajnath Singh also established frameworks for defence technology collaboration and naval maintenance partnerships, strengthening their joint strategic position within the Quad alliance as they address regional security challenges.