India News
Indian Air Force Confirms Downing Multiple Pakistani F-16 Jets During Operation Sindoor
Oct 03, 2025 06:10 pm CST
The Indian Air Force Chief Marshal AP Singh has confirmed that India shot down 4-5 Pakistani fighter jets during Operation Sindoor, including US-made F-16s and Chinese JF-17s. The operation also successfully disabled Pakistan's radar systems, command centers, and military infrastructure. Evidence shows India conducted precision strikes across 300km, after which Pakistan requested a ceasefire. The military action was in response to the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 civilians.
India Achieves Record-Breaking Navratri Sales Following GST Reforms: Automotive and Electronics Sectors Lead Consumer Boom
Oct 03, 2025 05:40 pm CST
India's consumer economy records its highest Navratri sales in over a decade, driven by the Modi government's NextGen GST reforms. The automobile sector saw extraordinary growth with Maruti Suzuki doubling sales and delivering 1.65 lakh vehicles in eight days. Consumer electronics retailers experienced significant increases, with Haier reporting 85% sales growth and strong demand for premium products. The rationalization of tax rates has stimulated confident consumer spending across essential and aspirational categories.
Political Showdown: Uddhav Thackeray Compares BJP to Amoeba, Fadnavis Dismisses as Frustration
Oct 03, 2025 05:17 pm CST
In a heated exchange following the annual Dussehra rally in Mumbai, Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray likened the BJP to an amoeba that "shifts shape to suit its politics," while Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis responded by calling Thackeray "frustrated" and lacking developmental vision. The political confrontation highlighted ongoing tensions between the former allies, with Thackeray focusing on agricultural concerns and Fadnavis claiming the speech was devoid of constructive proposals.
How an Apple Watch Ultra's Emergency Features Saved a Mumbai Diver's Life During Underwater Crisis
Oct 03, 2025 05:11 pm CST
An Apple Watch Ultra's emergency features saved Mumbai tech professional Kshitij Zodape during a potentially fatal scuba diving accident in the Bay of Bengal. When his weight belt detached at 36 meters depth causing a dangerous rapid ascent, the watch detected the emergency, issued warnings, and activated a distinctive alarm that alerted his instructor. This real-world demonstration of wearable safety technology potentially prevented serious injury or death, even earning acknowledgment from Apple CEO Tim Cook.
Madras High Court Rejects CBI Probe in Deadly Vijay Rally Stampede: New Safety Guidelines Issued
Oct 03, 2025 05:10 pm CST
The Madras High Court has dismissed petitions seeking a CBI investigation into the stampede at actor Vijay's political rally that killed 41 people, while issuing new safety guidelines for public gatherings. The court ordered that rallies must not be held near highways and must provide basic facilities like drinking water and toilets, with both the Tamil Nadu government and Vijay's party directed to respond to compensation demands within two weeks.
Hyderabad Cyber Crime: Senior Citizen Loses Rs 1.95 Lakh in Sophisticated Auto Driver Phone Theft Scam
Oct 03, 2025 05:08 pm CST
Three individuals arrested in Hyderabad for orchestrating a sophisticated mobile phone theft that led to unauthorized transactions of Rs 1.95 lakh from a 68-year-old's bank account. The scammers used PhonePe and gaming platforms to launder the stolen funds. Authorities advise extreme caution when using shared transportation and digital payment services.
India's Only Mud Volcano Erupts in Baratang After 20-Year Dormancy: Natural Wonder Reawakens
Oct 03, 2025 04:19 pm CST
After more than two decades of dormancy, India's sole mud volcano in Baratang, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, has violently erupted on October 2, creating a 3-4 meter earth mound and spreading across 1,000 square meters. Authorities have implemented safety measures, restricting tourist access to this unique geological feature while monitoring the ongoing eruption of mud and smoke.
India Introduces Draft Online Gaming Rules: OGAI Regulator Proposed to Ban Real Money Gaming
Oct 03, 2025 03:54 pm CST
The Ministry of Electronics and IT has released comprehensive draft regulations for online gaming in India, proposing the establishment of the Online Gaming Authority of India (OGAI) as a dedicated regulator. The rules aim to implement the PROG Act 2025, which bans real money gaming platforms while permitting social games and e-sports, with strict penalties for violations and a structured grievance redressal system to protect users from addiction and financial harm.
Extremely Rare Fetus in Fetu Case: Karnataka Newborn Discovered With Twin Growing Inside Abdomen
Oct 03, 2025 03:47 pm CST
Doctors at Karnataka Institute of Medical Sciences have documented an extraordinarily rare case of Fetus in Fetu, where a newborn baby was found with an undeveloped twin growing inside his abdomen. This medical anomaly, occurring in just 1 in 500,000 births, represents one of fewer than 200 documented cases worldwide. Medical experts plan surgical intervention to remove the parasitic twin tissue, ensuring the infant's long-term health.
Tragic Murder-Suicide in Karnataka: Mother Suffering Mental Health Issues Kills Daughter Before Taking Own Life
Oct 03, 2025 03:42 pm CST
A devastating incident unfolded in Karnataka's Shivamogga where a 38-year-old woman, reportedly struggling with mental health issues, allegedly murdered her 12-year-old daughter before taking her own life at a government hospital's nurses' quarters. The bodies were discovered by the woman's husband, a lab technician, who returned from his night shift to find the tragic scene. Police are investigating all aspects of this heart-wrenching case.