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Bihar Engineering Student Dies By Suicide Following Alleged Harassment by College Principal
Sep 25, 2025 02:36 pm CST
A 20-year-old civil engineering student at Chandi Engineering College near Patna allegedly committed suicide after facing harassment from the college principal. The tragic incident sparked widespread campus protests, with fellow students claiming that Principal Dr. Gopal Nandan threatened students and refused to provide transportation when the victim lay injured after her fall. Authorities have launched a high-level investigation into the allegations of harassment and negligence.
PM Modi Emphasizes Self-Reliance and Strengthens India-Russia Partnership at UP International Trade Show 2025
Sep 25, 2025 02:16 pm CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted India's resilient growth and the importance of self-reliance during the Uttar Pradesh International Trade Show 2025. He emphasized the strengthening partnership with Russia, announced the imminent delivery of indigenous AK-203 rifles to the Army, and reiterated the government's commitment to the 'Make in India' initiative, aiming to produce everything from 'chips to ships' domestically.
Delhi High Court Orders Government to Allocate Residence for Arvind Kejriwal Within 10 Days
Sep 25, 2025 02:13 pm CST
The Delhi High Court has been assured by Solicitor General Tushar Mehta that former Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal will receive appropriate government accommodation within 10 days. The court emphasized the need for transparency in the housing allocation process after Kejriwal vacated his official residence in October 2024. Justice Sachin Datta recorded the government's commitment while addressing concerns about arbitrary allotment practices.
H-1B Visa Fee Hike: Former Indian UN Envoy Calls It a "Tax on Trust" Between India and US
Sep 25, 2025 01:53 pm CST
Former Indian UN Ambassador Syed Akbaruddin criticizes the US's $100,000 H-1B visa fee hike as undermining bilateral trust and proposes India's Global Capability Centers as an alternative solution to retain tech talent, with GCCs projected to grow from $68 billion to $128 billion in exports by 2030.
Delhi Police Hunts Self-Styled Godman Chaitanyananda Saraswati Following Sexual Harassment Allegations at Management Institute
Sep 25, 2025 01:35 pm CST
Delhi Police are searching for Chaitanyananda Saraswati, a self-styled godman accused of sexually harassing students at Sri Sharada Institute of Indian Management-Research. The investigation began after an alumnus and the Air Force headquarters raised complaints about his misconduct. Students allege they were threatened and coerced into inappropriate situations, with the institute now having formed a new governing council after providing substantial evidence to authorities.
8-Year-Old Abhijot Singh With Kidney Disorder Dies After Punjab Floods Disrupted Treatment
Sep 25, 2025 01:34 pm CST
Eight-year-old Abhijot Singh from Punjab, who suffered from Nephrotic Syndrome, has passed away despite efforts from NDTV's 'Save Abhijot' campaign and support from actor Sonu Sood and CM Bhagwant Mann. The recent Punjab floods had worsened his situation by destroying his family's farm and impeding access to vital medical care.
Congress Leader Charged Over Ladakh Violence, BJP Claims He Was Part Of Mob
Sep 25, 2025 01:33 pm CST
Congress Councilor Phuntsog Stanzin Tsepag has been charged over the massive violence in Ladakh yesterday, for which the government has blamed climate activist Sonam Wangchuk and his provocative speeches.
India Test-Fires Agni-Prime Missile. It Can Hit Targets 2,000 km Away
Sep 25, 2025 01:07 pm CST
In a major move that puts India in an elite league of nations, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh announced that the country has carried out the successful test launch of the Intermediate Range Agni-Prime Missile from a Rail based Mobile launcher.
General Anil Chauhan: Air Force Use in 1962 War Would Have Significantly Impeded Chinese Offensive
Sep 25, 2025 12:55 pm CST
Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan reflects on strategic lessons from the 1962 Sino-Indian war, stating that deploying air power would have substantially slowed Chinese advances. Speaking at the release of Lt Gen Thorat's revised autobiography "Reveille to Retreat," he critiqued the uniform application of forward policy across different terrains and highlighted how military thinking has evolved since then, as demonstrated by recent operations like Operation Sindoor.
How To Fix Bengaluru's Civic Problem? Kiran Mazumdar Shaw Speaks To NDTV
Sep 25, 2025 12:49 pm CST
Bengaluru's crumbling civic infrastructure may finally receive a coordinated action plan, with Biocon founder Kiran Mazumdar Shaw urging both officials and citizens to share responsibility in cleaning up the city.