India News
Delhi Government Announces Holiday for Valmiki Jayanti: All Offices to Remain Closed on October 7
Oct 06, 2025 10:01 am CST
Delhi government has declared a holiday on October 7 for Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti, with Chief Minister Rekha Gupta participating in city-wide celebrations honoring the Ramayana author. A special program at the Secretariat will explore the life and teachings of Maharishi Valmiki, highlighting the government's commitment to equality and justice for the Dalit community.
Indian Navy Commissions Indigenous Anti-Submarine Warfare Ship 'Androth' in Visakhapatnam
Oct 06, 2025 09:46 am CST
The Indian Navy will commission 'Androth', its second Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft, on October 6 at Naval Dockyard Visakhapatnam. Built by GRSE with over 80% indigenous content, this vessel strengthens India's maritime capabilities while advancing the nation's self-reliance in defense manufacturing.
Security Forces Arrest PLA Members Connected to Manipur Ambush Amid Concerns of Political Contract Killing
Oct 06, 2025 03:14 am CST
Security forces have arrested 15 members of the banned People's Liberation Army (PLA) in Manipur, including two key suspects directly involved in an ambush that killed two Assam Rifles soldiers. Intelligence agencies are investigating whether the attack was a politically motivated "contract killing" designed to undermine President's Rule, which has reduced ethnic violence in the region. The incident raises concerns about insurgent groups potentially operating with political patronage and the circulation of weapons originally stolen during earlier ethnic clashes.
Telangana Fights for 42% BC Reservation in Supreme Court as Local Body Elections Approach
Oct 06, 2025 03:00 am CST
Telangana's government prepares for a crucial Supreme Court battle over its 42 percent reservation for Backward Classes in upcoming local body elections. Deputy Chief Minister Bhatti Vikramarka leads a delegation to Delhi seeking expert legal counsel, as the state faces challenges to its reservation policy that exceeds the traditional 50 percent ceiling. The five-phase Rural Local Bodies elections are scheduled between October 23 and November 8, 2025, while the legal contest intensifies.
Deadly Cough Syrup Tragedy: Families Lose Children and Livelihoods in Madhya Pradesh
Oct 06, 2025 02:28 am CST
Families in Madhya Pradesh are devastated after 11 children died from contaminated Coldrif Cough Syrup, causing kidney failure. Parents sold homes, vehicles, and mortgaged land to save their children, only to face heartbreak and financial ruin. Despite government compensation of Rs 4 lakh per victim, bereaved families demand justice over financial aid as they struggle with profound loss and emptied savings.
Maharashtra Flood Relief Delay Sparks Political Tensions as Centre Awaits State Report
Oct 06, 2025 02:24 am CST
Union Home Minister Amit Shah addresses criticism over delayed flood relief for Maharashtra farmers, assuring assistance once the state submits its detailed report. Opposition parties highlight the contrast between swift aid to Bihar and the pending relief for Maharashtra's flood-affected Marathwada region, where farmers continue waiting for comprehensive support.
Cobra Found in Elevator Causes Panic at Noida's Golden Palm Society
Oct 06, 2025 02:19 am CST
Residents of Golden Palm Society in Noida's Sector 168 experienced a frightening encounter when a cobra was discovered inside an elevator. Maintenance staff safely captured and relocated the snake, but the incident has left residents concerned about safety, especially for children. Previous snake sightings suggest they may be entering from nearby green areas.
Fatal SUV-Truck Collision in Chhattisgarh Claims 5 Lives, Injures 5 Others Including Bengali Tourists
Oct 06, 2025 02:00 am CST
A devastating collision between an SUV and a truck in Chhattisgarh's Kabirdham district has resulted in the deaths of five people, including three women and a minor girl. The victims, tourists from West Bengal returning from Kanha National Park, were traveling in a Bolero SUV when the accident occurred near Akalgharia village. Five others were injured in the crash, with two in critical condition now receiving treatment in Raipur.
Communal Tensions Erupt in Cuttack Following Durga Puja Idol Immersion Clashes
Oct 06, 2025 01:38 am CST
Cuttack, Odisha's millennium-old city known for communal harmony, faces heightened tensions after violence erupted during Durga Puja idol immersion processions. Clashes reportedly began over loud music disputes in the Dargah Bazaar area, leading to stone-pelting incidents, injuries to police officials, and subsequent VHP protests. Authorities have implemented a 36-hour curfew, suspended internet services, and deployed additional police forces as political leaders appeal for peace in the historically unified city.
Darjeeling Bridge Collapse: Residents Recount Midnight Disaster That Claimed 20 Lives
Oct 06, 2025 01:20 am CST
Residents of Darjeeling share their harrowing experiences of a devastating bridge collapse that occurred at 2:30 am following heavy rainfall, resulting in 20 fatalities and isolating several villages. The Dudhia iron bridge connecting Mirik and Kurseong collapsed along with two houses, prompting NDRF deployment and a response from Prime Minister Modi promising assistance to affected areas.