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Heartwarming Moment: IndiGo Pilot Introduces 18-Month-Old Daughter as "Princess Passenger" in Viral Video
Sep 27, 2025 06:20 pm CST
An IndiGo pilot known as Captain Walker created a memorable flight experience by introducing his 18-month-old daughter Rubani as his special "princess passenger" during an in-flight announcement. The heartwarming video capturing this father-daughter moment has gone viral on social media, showing passengers cheering as the toddler experiences her first flight with her father at the controls. This touching family milestone resonated with thousands online, with one passenger calling it the "best flight of my life."
India's Blueprint to End Child Marriage: How Just Rights for Children's Model is Transforming Global Action at UNGA
Sep 27, 2025 05:59 pm CST
At a high-level UNGA event, Just Rights for Children presented India's successful model for ending child marriage globally. Led by founder Bhuwan Ribhu, the organization showcased how their 3Ps approach and PICKET framework has reduced child marriage rates by nearly 70% in India through legal enforcement, community engagement, and survivor leadership. The Child Marriage Free World initiative now aims to replicate this successful blueprint worldwide before 2030.
Tauqeer Raza Arrested Following 'I Love Muhammad' Campaign Protest in Bareilly: Religious Tensions Escalate Across India
Sep 27, 2025 05:58 pm CST
Tauqeer Raza, a prominent cleric and leader of Ittehad-e-Millat Council, has been arrested following protests in Bareilly related to the controversial 'I love Muhammad' campaign. The incident is part of growing religious tensions across multiple Indian states, with violence reported after protesters clashed with police. The religious confrontation has sparked counter-protests featuring 'I love Mahadev' placards, highlighting deepening communal divisions that began in Kanpur during Eid-e-Milad-un-Nabi processions.
India to Chair BRICS in 2026: Group Condemns J&K Attack, Pushes for UNSC Reform, and Challenges Trade Barriers
Sep 27, 2025 05:38 pm CST
At the BRICS Foreign Ministers meeting during UNGA80, India secured unanimous support for its 2026 Chairship. The group issued a strong condemnation of the Pahalgam terrorist attack, advocated for UNSC reforms with explicit backing for India's permanent seat aspirations, and expressed concerns about rising protectionist trade measures affecting global commerce. The expanded BRICS membership demonstrates the bloc's growing role as a significant voice for the Global South in international affairs.
Ladakh Under Curfew for Fourth Day Following Climate Activist Sonam Wangchuk's NSA Detention
Sep 27, 2025 05:21 pm CST
Tensions remain high in Ladakh as curfew continues for the fourth day following climate activist Sonam Wangchuk's detention under the National Security Act. Security forces have intensified patrols after violence that claimed four lives, with authorities citing Wangchuk's "provocative speeches" referencing the Nepal agitation and Arab Spring as catalysts for the unrest. Over 50 individuals have been detained as officials work to restore order in the region.
Major Administrative Reshuffle: Telangana Appoints B Shivadhar Reddy as New Police Chief and VC Sajjanar as Hyderabad Commissioner
Sep 27, 2025 04:59 pm CST
The Telangana government has executed a comprehensive reorganization of its police leadership, appointing B Shivadhar Reddy as the new Director General of Police and VC Sajjanar as Hyderabad Police Commissioner. This extensive administrative reshuffle affects 23 IPS and 6 IAS officers across various key positions in the state's security apparatus.
Punjab Police Extradites Babbar Khalsa Terrorist Parminder Singh Pindi From UAE in Major Counter-Terrorism Operation
Sep 27, 2025 04:56 pm CST
In a significant counter-terrorism achievement, Punjab Police successfully extradited Babbar Khalsa International (BKI) terrorist Parminder Singh Pindi from the UAE to India. Working closely with central agencies, authorities apprehended this close associate of terrorists Harwinder Singh Rinda and Happy Passia, who was wanted for numerous violent crimes in the Batala-Gurdaspur region. This operation highlights India's expanding international cooperation in combating terrorism and cross-border criminal networks.
BPF Secures Landslide Victory in Bodoland Territorial Council Elections with 28 of 40 Seats
Sep 27, 2025 04:52 pm CST
The Bodoland People's Front (BPF) led by Hagrama Mohilary has won a decisive victory in Assam's Bodoland Territorial Council elections, securing 28 out of 40 seats. Previous ruling parties UPPL and BJP were relegated to distant second and third positions with seven and five seats respectively. This election represents a significant shift in political power following the 2020 Bodo Accord.
Inside Jodhpur Jail: Sonam Wangchuk's Detention and the Growing Protest Movement for Ladakh Statehood
Sep 27, 2025 04:13 pm CST
Ladakh activist Sonam Wangchuk has been transferred to the high-security Jodhpur jail under the National Security Act following recent protests. This historic prison, known for housing high-profile inmates, becomes the center of controversy as supporters protest his detention and the government revokes his organization's foreign funding permissions amidst growing tensions over Ladakh's constitutional status.
Indian Railways Records Over 61 Lakh Passenger Complaints in Two Years: Security and Cleanliness Top Concerns
Sep 27, 2025 04:02 pm CST
The Indian Railways has received more than 61 lakh passenger complaints during fiscal years 2023-24 and 2024-25, with security concerns increasing by 64%. While train service complaints rose by 18%, station-related grievances fell by 21%. Security, cleanliness, and electrical failures dominate passenger concerns despite modernization efforts across India's vast railway network.