India News
Delhi High Court Examines Pakistani Woman's Plea to Reunite with Indian Husband After Visa Cancellation
Oct 07, 2025 02:23 am CST
The Delhi High Court has issued notice to the Indian government regarding a Pakistani woman's petition seeking permission to enter India to join her husband after visa cancellation following the Pahalgam terror attack. Ruqaiya Obaeed, who was ordered to return to Pakistan, has requested a long-term visa to maintain her marriage with her Indian husband, with the court expecting a government response by November 12.
PM Modi Condemns Violent Attack on BJP Officials During Flood Relief Efforts in West Bengal
Oct 07, 2025 02:22 am CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has denounced the attack on BJP MP Khagen Murmu and MLA Sankar Ghosh by a mob in West Bengal's flood-affected Dooars region, criticizing the Trinamool Congress government for the state's deteriorating law and order situation while urging BJP workers to continue their relief efforts despite the violence.
India's Strategic Vision: Jaishankar Emphasizes India's Role as Go-To Option for Subcontinent Crises by 2047
Oct 07, 2025 01:56 am CST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar outlines India's strategic path toward becoming the primary crisis responder in the subcontinent by 2047, emphasizing the 'neighbourhood first policy' while addressing the challenges of global competition and the need to overcome historical limitations. Speaking at JNU's Aravalli Summit, he highlighted how demand, demographics, and data will drive India's ascent to becoming a leading global power.
Supreme Court Rejects DMK Leader V Senthil Balaji's Plea for Ministerial Position Clarification in Cash-for-Job Scam Case
Oct 07, 2025 01:52 am CST
The Supreme Court declined DMK leader V Senthil Balaji's request for clarification on resuming ministerial duties during his ongoing cash-for-job scam trial. The Court suggested transferring the case involving over 2,000 accused to a neutral location, citing concerns about potential influence. Balaji had previously resigned from the Tamil Nadu cabinet after the Court's criticism of his reinstatement following bail in a related money laundering case.
AAP Enters Bihar Elections: Party to Contest All 243 Seats with Focus on Delhi-Punjab Governance Model
Oct 07, 2025 12:42 am CST
The Aam Aadmi Party has announced its entry into Bihar politics by declaring it will contest all 243 assembly seats, releasing an initial list of 11 candidates. State in-charge Ajesh Yadav expressed confidence in implementing AAP's successful Delhi and Punjab governance models in Bihar, highlighting achievements in education, healthcare, and public welfare while rejecting alliances with existing political formations.
Bihar Elections 2024: Police Deploy Horses and Boats for Patrolling Remote Polling Stations
Oct 07, 2025 12:36 am CST
Bihar's upcoming assembly elections will feature enhanced security with police using horses to patrol 250 polling booths in the Diara region and boats to access 197 stations. The Electoral Commission has announced two-phase voting on November 6 and 11, with improved EVMs displaying color photographs of candidates to assist over 7.42 crore eligible voters across 90,712 polling booths.
Electric Vehicles to Reach Price Parity with Petrol Vehicles in India Within 6 Months: Nitin Gadkari Announces
Oct 07, 2025 12:29 am CST
India's Union Road Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari announces electric vehicles will cost the same as petrol vehicles within 4-6 months, highlighting India's ambitious plans to reduce fossil fuel dependence and become the world's leading automobile manufacturer within five years, while also introducing innovative waste management and emphasizing the importance of education and skills development.
Dalit Man Lynched After Being Mistaken for Thief in UP: 5 Arrested, Police Personnel Suspended
Oct 07, 2025 12:27 am CST
A 40-year-old Dalit man was fatally attacked by villagers in Raebareli, UP, after being mistaken for a thief during a night vigil prompted by drone surveillance rumors. Five arrests have been made and three police personnel suspended for negligence. The incident has sparked political controversy with Congress demanding Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath's resignation and compensation for the victim's family.
Assam Implements Unified Pension Scheme: Government Contribution Increases to 18.5% from Previous 10%
Oct 07, 2025 12:22 am CST
Assam has adopted the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS), increasing government contribution from 10% to 18.5%. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced that existing employees have one year to choose between continuing with NPS or switching to UPS, with all accumulated contributions transferable. Unlike the old pension scheme, UPS remains contributory with employees contributing 10% of their salary and dearness allowance.
Singapore NRIs Miss Deadline in Zubeen Garg Death Investigation as Assam Invokes International Treaty
Oct 07, 2025 12:21 am CST
Eight Singapore-based NRIs failed to appear before Assam's CID by the October 6 deadline in the investigation of celebrated Assamese icon Zubeen Garg's death during a yacht party. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced the invocation of the Mutual Legal Assistance Treaty with Singapore while expanding the probe to examine financial irregularities related to the Northeast India Festival.