India News
RBI Governor Urges Fintechs to Build for Inclusion and Prioritize Underserved Populations
Oct 09, 2025 10:27 am CST
RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra emphasizes the crucial role of fintech companies in expanding financial services to underserved communities, while highlighting innovations in digital finance infrastructure and measures to combat fraud. With India's fintech sector growing to 10,000 companies raising $40 billion over the past decade, the central bank is pushing for responsible innovation that combines inclusion, user-friendly design, and robust security measures.
Punjab Police File Multiple FIRs Against Social Media Posts Targeting CJI Gavai Over Caste-Based Vilification
Oct 09, 2025 06:59 am CST
Punjab Police have registered multiple FIRs across several districts following the discovery of over 100 social media handles sharing hateful content targeting Chief Justice of India Bhushan Ramkrishna Gavai. The offensive posts contained casteist expressions and were deemed attempts to undermine judicial institutions, with investigations continuing under the Scheduled Castes and Tribes Act and Bhartiya Nyaya Sanhita.
Haryana IPS Officer's Suicide: Wife Files Abetment Complaint Against Top Police Officials Alleging Caste Discrimination
Oct 09, 2025 03:14 am CST
The wife of senior Haryana IPS officer Y Puran Kumar, who died by suicide, has filed a formal complaint against the state's Director General of Police and another senior officer, alleging caste-based harassment that drove her husband to take his life. The eight-page suicide note names ten officers accused of systematic mental harassment, raising serious questions about discrimination within India's police hierarchy.
PM Modi Claims Congress Yielded to International Pressure After 26/11 Mumbai Terror Attacks
Oct 09, 2025 03:08 am CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has accused the Congress party of succumbing to international pressure by not retaliating against Pakistan following the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks, citing former Home Minister P Chidambaram's recent revelations. Modi emphasized his government's contrasting approach to national security, highlighting Operation Sindoor as evidence of India's current willingness to strike terrorist infrastructure within Pakistan.
Six Injured in Powerful Blast at Kanpur's Firecracker Market: Investigation Underway
Oct 09, 2025 03:00 am CST
A powerful explosion at Kanpur's Mishri bazaar injured six people when two scooters exploded in the busy firecracker market. Police have detained five individuals for questioning while forensic teams investigate whether illegal firecrackers stored in the vehicles caused the blast that damaged surrounding shops. No fatalities reported as authorities continue their investigation.
Congress Names V Naveen Yadav for Jubilee Hills Bypoll Despite Voter ID Distribution Controversy
Oct 09, 2025 02:55 am CST
Telangana's ruling Congress party has selected V Naveen Yadav, a 41-year-old politician with a controversial past involving voter ID distribution, as their candidate for the November 11 Jubilee Hills assembly constituency bypoll in Hyderabad. The election follows the unexpected death of BRS MLA Maganti Gopinath from a heart attack in June.
No Appeals Filed Against Voter Deletions in Bihar as Supreme Court Hearing Approaches
Oct 09, 2025 02:49 am CST
The Election Commission reported zero appeals filed under Section 24(A) regarding voter name deletions in Bihar, despite removing 3.66 lakh names from electoral rolls. This revelation comes before a crucial Supreme Court hearing where petitioners argue voters weren't properly notified about removals, while the Commission maintains the deletion process was legitimate ahead of upcoming assembly elections.
Human Waste Contamination Discovered in Drinking Water Supply of Tamil Nadu Scheduled Caste Community
Oct 09, 2025 02:44 am CST
In a disturbing incident in Tamil Nadu's Amachiapuram village, human waste was found contaminating the drinking water tank serving over 1,000 predominantly Scheduled Caste residents. A 14-year-old boy has been identified as the suspect while authorities investigate. The contamination has left approximately 200 families without safe drinking water for days as they await tank cleaning and medical screenings to prevent potential health issues.
Zubeen Garg's Wife Speaks Out After Police Cousin's Arrest in Singer's Death Investigation
Oct 09, 2025 02:23 am CST
Following the arrest of Deputy Superintendent of Police Sandipan Garg in connection with singer Zubeen Garg's death in Singapore, the late singer's wife Garima revealed their close relationship while expressing faith in the ongoing investigation. The case has resulted in five arrests so far, with Assam's Chief Minister planning diplomatic talks with Singaporean officials to facilitate questioning of key witnesses.
Meitei Leepun Welcomes NSCN(IM) Chief Thuingaleng Muivah's Historic Return to Manipur After 50 Years
Oct 09, 2025 02:21 am CST
After a 50-year absence, 91-year-old NSCN(IM) leader Thuingaleng Muivah returns to his ancestral village in Manipur, welcomed by Meitei Leepun as a potential bridge for peace between Naga and Meitei communities amid the region's complex ethnic dynamics and ongoing reconciliation efforts.