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Delhi Self-Styled Godman Arrested with Fake Photos of PM Modi and Barack Obama: Complete Investigation Details
Oct 01, 2025 09:52 pm CST
Delhi Police arrested 'Swami Chaitanyananda Saraswati', a self-proclaimed godman accused of sexually harassing 17 women at his ashram. Authorities discovered digitally-altered photographs showing him with PM Modi and Barack Obama, along with fake diplomatic credentials. The suspect, who evaded capture for 50 days, allegedly targeted economically vulnerable women at an educational institute where he claimed to be Director.
Indian Navy's DSRV Tiger X Makes Historic First Deployment Outside Indian Ocean During Multinational Exercise XPR-25
Oct 01, 2025 09:19 pm CST
The Indian Navy successfully deployed its Deep Submergence Rescue Vehicle (DSRV) Tiger X in the South China Sea during multinational exercise XPR-25, marking its first operation outside the Indian Ocean Region. The exercise showcased India's submarine rescue capabilities as the DSRV successfully docked with South Korean and Singaporean submarines, while also featuring the maiden operational deployment of INS Nistar, India's indigenously designed Diving Support Vessel.
Deadly Cough Syrup Claims Two Children's Lives in Rajasthan; Doctor Falls Unconscious After Testing Medicine
Oct 01, 2025 08:16 pm CST
A government-supplied cough syrup manufactured by Kayson Pharma has resulted in two child deaths and sickened at least 10 others in Rajasthan. The medication, containing dextromethorphan hydrobromide, caused fatalities of children aged two and five, while a doctor who consumed it to demonstrate safety lost consciousness for eight hours. Authorities have banned 22 batches of the syrup and halted its distribution across the state.
Alarming Rise in India's Dowry Deaths: 14% Increase in Cases and Over 6,100 Lives Lost in 2023
Oct 01, 2025 08:09 pm CST
According to the National Crime Records Bureau's 2023 report, India witnessed a concerning 14% increase in dowry-related crimes, with 15,489 cases registered nationwide. Uttar Pradesh reported the highest number at 7,151 cases, while the death toll reached 6,156, highlighting the persistent social crisis despite legal prohibitions against the practice.
Aravind Srinivas: India's Youngest Billionaire With Rs 21,190 Crore Net Worth and How He Built Perplexity AI
Oct 01, 2025 07:32 pm CST
Aravind Srinivas, the 31-year-old Chennai-born entrepreneur, has become India's youngest billionaire with a net worth of Rs 21,190 crore. This article explores his journey from IIT Madras to founding Perplexity AI, his experience at tech giants like OpenAI and Google, and his plans to expand his AI-powered search engine business in India.
16-Year-Old Girl Forced Into Marriage in Bengaluru: Police Case Filed Under Child Marriage Act
Oct 01, 2025 07:09 pm CST
Bengaluru police have registered a case after a 16-year-old girl was allegedly forced into marriage at a local mosque. The incident, reported on September 26, has led to legal action under the Child Marriage Restraint Act, with authorities also investigating potential violations of the POCSO Act. Separate complaints highlight concerns about those who conducted the illegal ceremony and possible pregnancy of the minor.
DGCA's First Ranking of Indian Flying Schools Shows No Top Performers: All 35 FTOs Receive B or C Ratings
Oct 01, 2025 07:05 pm CST
In its first-ever assessment of Flying Training Organizations (FTOs) in India, the DGCA found none of the 35 institutions qualified for top ratings. The comprehensive evaluation placed 13 FTOs in category 'B' and 22 in category 'C', highlighting significant room for improvement in India's aviation training sector. Underperforming schools will receive notices to develop improvement plans, with the next evaluation scheduled for April 2026.
Contrasting Visions at UN: Trump's Sovereignty vs. Jaishankar's Multilateralism Highlights Global North-South Divide
Oct 01, 2025 06:57 pm CST
The 80th UN General Assembly session revealed a growing divide between Trump's anti-globalist stance emphasizing American sovereignty and India's multilateral approach championed by Jaishankar. As the UN faces demands for reform amid ongoing global conflicts, these contrasting visions between the Global North and South signal a potential reshaping of international governance structures approaching the organization's centenary.
Vijay Suspends TVK Tour After 41 Deaths in Karur Stampede: Political Fallout and Legal Consequences
Oct 01, 2025 06:21 pm CST
Actor-politician Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) party has suspended all public rallies for two weeks following a tragic stampede in Karur that claimed 41 lives. Amid mounting criticism over security lapses and overcrowding, TVK leaders face serious criminal charges while Vijay has promised compensation to victims' families and delivered a warning message to Tamil Nadu's ruling DMK government.
Bihar Voter List Revision: Magadh Region Gains Voters While Seemanchal Faces Highest Deletions
Oct 01, 2025 06:20 pm CST
The Election Commission has published Bihar's final voter list following a controversial Special Intensive Revision process. The Magadh region recorded the highest voter addition rate at 2.6%, while the minority-dominated Seemanchal region saw the highest deletion rate at 7.7%. The final list contains 7.42 crore eligible voters, sparking political debates between BJP and Congress over the revision's transparency and impact on upcoming elections.