India News
NCERT Class 7 Textbook Reveals How Pakistan-Backed Terrorism Impacts India's Regional Relations
Dec 09, 2025 02:37 am CST
A new chapter in NCERT's Class 7 Social Science textbook provides students with an in-depth analysis of India's complex relationships with neighboring countries, highlighting how Pakistan Army-supported terrorism has hindered bilateral relations while emphasizing ongoing diplomatic efforts with China and deep cultural connections with other South Asian nations. The comprehensive 31-page addition explores both historical ties and contemporary challenges in India's strategic position within the region.
Bihar Family Forced to Drag Mother's Body on Stretcher After Hospital Denies Ambulance Service
Dec 09, 2025 02:35 am CST
In a heart-wrenching incident from Bihar's Nawada district, a man was forced to transport his deceased mother's body on a stretcher for nearly two kilometers after being denied ambulance services by a local health center. The family's ordeal, which included leaving members behind as guarantors for the stretcher, highlights concerning gaps in healthcare protocols for deceased patients and raises questions about dignity in death within India's rural healthcare system.
Starlink Clarifies India Pricing Glitch: Website Displayed Dummy Data Not Actual Service Costs
Dec 09, 2025 02:32 am CST
Starlink addressed a configuration error that briefly displayed incorrect pricing for its satellite internet service in India. The company clarified that the website is not yet live and no orders are being taken, while revealing ongoing efforts to secure final government approvals for launching operations in India, with Maharashtra becoming the first state to formally collaborate with the SpaceX-owned service.
Dr. Baba Adhav: Pioneering Social Activist and Maharashtra Labor Movement Leader Dies at 95
Dec 09, 2025 02:30 am CST
Renowned social activist Dr. Baba Adhav, founder of the influential Hamal Panchayat trade union and champion against caste discrimination, has passed away at 95 in Pune after prolonged illness. His decades of work organizing headloaders across Maharashtra and leadership in social equality movements leaves a lasting legacy in Indian labor activism.
Navjot Kaur Sidhu Labels Punjab Congress Chief as "Corrupt" Following Her Suspension
Dec 09, 2025 02:22 am CST
After being suspended from the Congress party, Navjot Kaur Sidhu has publicly called Punjab Congress Chief Raja Warring "insensitive, irresponsible, morally dishonest and corrupt." The suspension followed her controversial claim that it "costs Rs 500 crore to become Punjab CM," triggering a political storm with accusations of corruption flying between Congress and BJP leaders in Punjab.
Goa Implements Strict Safety Protocols Following Deadly Nightclub Fire: New Regulations for Venues
Dec 09, 2025 02:21 am CST
Following a tragic nightclub fire that claimed 25 lives, Goa's government has issued comprehensive safety regulations for all entertainment venues. The new advisory mandates valid fire clearances, proper emergency exits, functional safety equipment, staff training, and strict adherence to occupancy limits. Non-compliance will result in severe penalties including potential closure and legal prosecution under the Disaster Management Act.
Satellite Monitoring Fails to Detect 90% of Farm Fires in Punjab and Haryana: iFOREST Report Reveals
Dec 09, 2025 02:18 am CST
A new report by iFOREST reveals that over 90% of large farm fires in Punjab and Haryana go undetected by official monitoring systems due to farmers shifting stubble-burning to late afternoons. Despite this monitoring gap, burnt areas have decreased by 25-35% in recent years, though approximately 30,000 sq km of paddy fields were still burnt in 2025, significantly impacting air quality in Delhi-NCR and the Indo-Gangetic region.
The Collapse of Central India's Maoist Stronghold: 33 Surrenders Reduce MMC Zone to Just 6 Insurgents
Dec 09, 2025 02:00 am CST
In a dramatic transformation, the once-formidable Maharashtra-Madhya Pradesh-Chhattisgarh (MMC) Maoist special zone has collapsed to just six remaining insurgents following 33 surrenders in 10 days. This article explores how key surrenders, including that of Central Committee Member Ramdher Majji, have effectively ended three decades of Maoist dominance in this critical tri-state region of central India.
Ugandan Scammer Arrested in Delhi for Rs 1.9 Lakh Dating App Fraud Using Girlfriend's Photos
Dec 09, 2025 01:54 am CST
A 38-year-old Ugandan national, Micheal Iga, was arrested in Delhi for defrauding a local resident of Rs 1.9 lakh through an elaborate dating app scam. Operating illegally from Burari, Iga created fake female profiles using his girlfriend's photos to lure victims into a fictitious "rare oil" investment scheme. Police recovered multiple devices, debit cards, and cash upon his arrest, linking him to at least 14 cyber fraud cases across India.
Delhi AQI Deteriorates to Very Poor Levels with Forecast of Severe Conditions Ahead
Dec 09, 2025 01:41 am CST
Delhi's air quality remains locked in the 'very poor' category with AQI exceeding 300, as experts predict conditions will worsen to 'severe' in coming days. Transport contributes 17.7% to local pollution, while neighboring NCR districts also significantly impact air quality levels. The IMD forecasts partly cloudy conditions with temperatures ranging between 9-24°C for Tuesday.