India News
UK Prime Minister Explores India's Aadhaar Model for British Digital ID Implementation
Oct 09, 2025 06:52 pm CST
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer meets with Aadhaar architect Nandan Nilekani during his India visit to study the successful digital identification system as a model for the UK's proposed mandatory digital ID cards, despite historical British resistance to national identification systems and ongoing opposition from civil liberty advocates.
India-UK Free Trade Agreement: Boosting MSMEs, Creating Jobs and Doubling Bilateral Trade by 2030
Oct 09, 2025 06:49 pm CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and British PM Keir Starmer discussed the newly signed India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA), which aims to boost MSMEs, create jobs, and double bilateral trade from the current $56 billion before 2030. The agreement will enhance market access, reduce tariffs, and bring nine UK universities to India, demonstrating both nations' commitment to strengthening economic and educational partnerships during global uncertainty.
Mayawati Praises Yogi Adityanath While Criticizing Akhilesh Yadav's "Double-Faced" Politics Over Dalit Memorials
Oct 09, 2025 06:31 pm CST
BSP chief Mayawati publicly thanked Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath for maintaining Dalit memorials while lambasting Samajwadi Party leader Akhilesh Yadav for his "double-faced" approach toward Dalit icons and institutions. During Kanshi Ram's death anniversary rally in Lucknow, she accused SP of neglecting memorials when in power but opportunistically claiming to honor Dalit leaders when in opposition.
Haryana IPS Officer's Suicide Note Exposes Alleged Caste Discrimination in Police Force
Oct 09, 2025 06:24 pm CST
A senior IPS officer in Haryana, Y Puran Kumar, died by suicide after leaving an eight-page note detailing alleged systematic caste discrimination and harassment by senior police officials. His wife, IAS officer Amneet Kumar, has filed a complaint against 10 officers including Haryana's DGP, calling the note a "document of broken spirit" and seeking justice for her husband who belonged to the Scheduled Caste community.
Jan Suraaj Party Announces 51 Candidates for Bihar Elections: Former Officials, Professionals Join Prashant Kishor's Political Movement
Oct 09, 2025 06:24 pm CST
Prashant Kishor's Jan Suraaj Party has released its first list of 51 candidates for the upcoming Bihar elections, featuring distinguished professionals including mathematician KC Sinha, advocate YB Giri, and physician Dr. Amit Kumar Das. The diverse lineup includes 16% Muslim candidates and 17% from extremely backward communities, with a focus on individuals with clean reputations. Notably absent from the list is Kishor himself, leaving open the question of which constituency he will contest from.
Chief Justice Gavai Dismisses Shoe Attack Incident as "Forgotten Chapter" Amid Religious Controversy
Oct 09, 2025 06:18 pm CST
Chief Justice of India BR Gavai has broken his silence on the recent shoe attack incident in the Supreme Court, describing it as a "forgotten chapter." The unprecedented incident occurred when advocate Rakesh Kishore threw his shoe at the Chief Justice while shouting about Sanatan Dharma, following controversy over remarks made by Justice Gavai regarding a temple idol restoration case. The Bar Council of India has suspended the lawyer, while Prime Minister Modi condemned the attack as "utterly reprehensible."
Intense Search Operation Continues for Two Missing Army Commandos in Jammu & Kashmir's Gadol Forests
Oct 09, 2025 06:11 pm CST
An extensive search operation is underway to locate two Army Special Forces commandos who went missing during an operational mission in the dense Gadol forests of Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag district. Military helicopters, drones, and ground troops have been combing the challenging terrain for three days. The soldiers lost contact on Monday evening, with the Army suggesting they may have encountered severe weather conditions. The search continues with support from local police and CRPF in an area known for terrorist encounters.
Fatal Elephant Attack in Chhattisgarh: 58-Year-Old Man Killed as Human-Wildlife Conflicts Intensify
Oct 09, 2025 06:08 pm CST
A mentally challenged man was trampled to death by wild elephants in Chhattisgarh's Korba district, highlighting the growing human-elephant conflicts in the region. Forest officials report that a 17-elephant herd has been roaming the area, contributing to the concerning trend that has claimed 320 lives in the state over the past five years.
Rare Wildlife Spectacle: Mother Tiger Battles Daughter Over Territory in Ranthambore National Park
Oct 09, 2025 05:59 pm CST
Tourists at Ranthambore National Park witnessed an extraordinary wildlife event when famous tigress Riddhi fought her daughter Meera in a territorial dispute. This rare encounter highlights natural tiger behavior as cubs mature and seek independence, continuing the legacy of dominant tigresses in this renowned Indian reserve.
India's Strong Rebuttal to Pakistan: Affirming J&K's Status and Highlighting Development Progress at UN
Oct 09, 2025 05:49 pm CST
At the UN General Assembly's Third Committee, Indian MP PP Chaudhary delivered a powerful response to Pakistan, asserting Jammu and Kashmir's status as an integral part of India while highlighting the nation's remarkable development achievements in poverty reduction, women's empowerment, digital governance, and technological advancement. Chaudhary contrasted India's progressive vision for becoming a developed nation by 2047 with Pakistan's governance challenges, referencing their own Army Chief's 'dump truck' description of the country.