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From Hero to Villain: Former NSG Commando Who Fought 26/11 Terrorists Arrested as Drug Kingpin
Oct 03, 2025 02:25 pm CST
A former National Security Guard commando who participated in counter-terrorism operations during the 2008 Mumbai attacks has been arrested as the mastermind behind a major marijuana trafficking network in Rajasthan. Bajrang Singh was apprehended with 200kg of marijuana after a two-month investigation by authorities, highlighting the dramatic fall from national hero to criminal kingpin.
Bill Gates Honors Gandhi's Legacy: "Mahatma Gandhi's Ideals Are Foundational To Our Work"
Oct 03, 2025 02:24 pm CST
At a special Gandhi Jayanti celebration in Seattle, Bill Gates emphasized how Mahatma Gandhi's principles of equality and dignity guide the Gates Foundation's work. The Microsoft co-founder praised India's role as a global innovation leader developing solutions for the Global South, while various commemorative events honoring Gandhi's 156th birth anniversary were held across the US, highlighting his enduring legacy of peace and non-violence.
UIDAI Increases Aadhaar Update Charges: Complete Fee Structure and Services Explained
Oct 03, 2025 02:11 pm CST
The UIDAI has implemented new charges for Aadhaar updates effective October 1, 2025, with demographic updates now costing Rs 75, biometric updates Rs 125, and home enrolment services Rs 700. Free services remain for specific children's age groups, with the revised structure valid until September 2028.
Tesla Meets Tradition: Indian Doctor Performs Vahan Puja for Model Y in Hyderabad
Oct 03, 2025 02:07 pm CST
A Hyderabad doctor's Tesla Model Y receiving traditional "vahan puja" has gone viral, highlighting the blend of modern technology with Indian cultural practices. Dr. Praveen Koduru shared images of his red Tesla adorned with garlands at a temple, stating that even Tesla needs this ritual for "five-star safety in Indian culture." The post showcases how traditional customs remain relevant as Tesla expands its presence in India with recent showroom openings in Mumbai and Delhi.
Four Arrested in Zubeen Garg Death Investigation as Murder Charges Added to Case
Oct 03, 2025 01:34 pm CST
The Assam Police Special Investigation Team has arrested four individuals in connection with singer Zubeen Garg's death, including his bandmate Shekhar Jyoti Goswami and co-singer Amritprava Mahanta. Murder charges have been filed as investigators examine video evidence from the yacht party where the 52-year-old singer was found floating face down after going for a swim during the North East India Festival.
Man Violently Attacked by In-Laws After Wife's Illegal Remarriage Over Social Media Wedding Photos
Oct 03, 2025 01:29 pm CST
A 25-year-old man in Haryana was brutally assaulted by his in-laws after refusing to remove wedding photos from social media following his wife's illegal remarriage. Despite still being legally married with an ongoing court case, his wife's family arranged her second marriage and attacked him with weapons, leaving him hospitalized with broken limbs.
Climate Activist Sonam Wangchuk's Wife Challenges NSA Detention in Supreme Court: Legal Battle for Justice
Oct 03, 2025 01:28 pm CST
Gitanjali J Angmo has filed a habeas corpus petition with India's Supreme Court challenging her husband Sonam Wangchuk's detention under the National Security Act. The climate activist was arrested on September 26 following protests in Ladakh, with his wife claiming no information about his health condition or detention grounds for over a week, while rejecting allegations of his contact with Pakistani intelligence.
Contrasting Approaches to Social Media Regulation: Andhra Pradesh's Legislative Path vs Telangana's Surveillance Strategy
Oct 03, 2025 01:26 pm CST
Andhra Pradesh and Telangana are implementing distinctly different strategies to regulate social media content and behavior. While Andhra Pradesh forms a ministerial committee to draft comprehensive legislation addressing misinformation, Telangana takes a more controversial surveillance approach by opening "history sheets" on repeat social media offenders, raising concerns about the balance between digital governance and constitutional freedoms.
RBI Introduces Same-Day Cheque Clearance: HDFC and ICICI Banks to Implement Starting October 4
Oct 03, 2025 01:15 pm CST
Private banks including HDFC and ICICI will implement same-day cheque clearance from October 4 following RBI's updated settlement framework. Deposited cheques will be cleared within hours, with customers advised to use the Positive Pay System for enhanced security and maintain sufficient account balances to prevent bounces.
Former US Official Urges Indian Leaders to Prioritize National Values Following Rahul Gandhi's Democracy Concerns
Oct 03, 2025 12:53 pm CST
Raymond Vickery, a former senior US official, responds to Rahul Gandhi's claims that Indian democracy is under siege, emphasizing the importance of bipartisan commitment to national values. Gandhi, speaking in Colombia, described India's democratic framework as essential for its diverse population while warning of systematic attacks on democratic foundations by the Modi government.