India News
Delhi Court Criticizes Police Negligence in Four-Year-Old's Rape Case and Orders Rs 5 Lakh Interim Compensation
Dec 09, 2025 01:41 am CST
A Delhi court expressed shock over police negligence in handling the brutal rape case of a four-year-old girl, who suffered severe injuries requiring prolonged medical treatment. Judge Amit Sahrawat criticized the absence of investigating officers and ordered Rs 5 lakh interim compensation through the Delhi State Legal Services Authority to help alleviate the family's suffering while the child undergoes extensive medical procedures.
US Delegation Heads to India for Critical Bilateral Trade Agreement Negotiations Amid Tariff Challenges
Dec 09, 2025 01:41 am CST
A high-level US trade delegation led by Ambassador Rick Switzer will visit India December 9-11, 2025, for crucial negotiations on the Bilateral Trade Agreement. Despite recent tariff challenges imposed by the Trump administration, India remains optimistic about finalizing the first tranche of the agreement this year, which aims to expand bilateral trade from $191 billion to $500 billion by 2030.
Telangana Unveils Ambitious $1 Trillion Economy Target by 2034 at Global Summit
Dec 09, 2025 01:41 am CST
Telangana's Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy has inaugurated the Telangana Rising Global Summit, unveiling an ambitious economic roadmap targeting a $1 trillion economy by 2034 and $3 trillion by 2047. The strategy includes a pioneering three-zone economic structure and development of the 30,000-acre Bharat Future City as a net-zero urban hub featuring specialized zones for AI, health, education, and manufacturing, aiming to increase the state's GDP contribution to India from 5% to 10%.
Delhi Fire Safety Crisis Exposed: Only 52 Hotels and 38 Clubs Hold Valid Certificates Following Goa Nightclub Tragedy
Dec 09, 2025 01:41 am CST
Following a devastating fire at Birch by Romeo Lane nightclub in Goa that killed 25 people, alarming statistics reveal only 52 hotels and 38 clubs in Delhi possess fire safety certificates despite thousands operating in the capital. As authorities intensify safety inspections nationwide, Delhi Police have increased vigilance at entertainment venues ahead of holiday celebrations.
Suspended Trinamool MLA Refuses Resignation Despite Controversy Over Babri Masjid-Style Mosque
Dec 09, 2025 01:40 am CST
Suspended TMC MLA Humayun Kabir has reversed his decision to resign from the West Bengal Assembly following public support after laying the foundation for a controversial Babri Masjid-style mosque in Murshidabad. While maintaining his legislative position, Kabir plans to launch a new political party and has suggested potential alliances with Congress and Left parties for upcoming elections, prompting the ruling TMC to distance itself further from him within the Assembly.
Bankim Chandra's Family Praises PM Modi's Recognition of 'Vande Mataram' Legacy on 150th Anniversary
Dec 09, 2025 01:39 am CST
The family of Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay, composer of India's National Song 'Vande Mataram', has praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for commemorating the song's 150th anniversary. Grandson Sajal Chattopadhyay expressed disappointment with the West Bengal government for neglecting his grandfather's legacy while calling for greater recognition nationwide through institutions similar to those honoring Rabindranath Tagore.
Trainee Aircraft Collides With Power Line in Madhya Pradesh: Two Pilots Injured But Stable
Dec 09, 2025 01:34 am CST
A training aircraft operated by Red Bird Aviation Company crashed after striking a 33 kV power line near Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. Both the trainer and trainee pilots sustained injuries but are reported to be out of danger. Local residents witnessed the accident and helped rescue the pilots, while authorities have launched an investigation to determine the cause of the crash.
Chinese National Detained in Kashmir for Visa Violations and Unauthorized Access to Sensitive Areas
Dec 09, 2025 01:24 am CST
A 29-year-old Chinese national, Hu Congtai, has been detained in Srinagar for violating visa regulations by visiting restricted areas in Ladakh and Kashmir without authorization. Authorities have sent his phone for forensic analysis after discovering searches related to CRPF deployment and Article 370 abrogation, raising national security concerns about his activities at sensitive locations across the region.
Kejriwal Accuses Delhi CM Gupta of Manipulating Air Quality Data with Water Spraying Tactics
Dec 09, 2025 12:58 am CST
Former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has publicly criticized current CM Rekha Gupta for allegedly manipulating pollution data by spraying water near AQI monitors. The controversy erupted after Gupta compared AQI to temperature measurements and defended the practice of using mist sprayers at pollution hotspots, sparking a heated political debate between AAP and BJP over Delhi's deteriorating air quality management and data transparency.
IndiGo CEO and COO Respond to DGCA Show Cause Notice Amid Massive Flight Disruptions
Dec 09, 2025 12:41 am CST
IndiGo's CEO Pieter Elbers and COO Isidre Porqueras have submitted responses to show cause notices issued by India's aviation regulator DGCA following seven days of significant operational disruptions. The airline has faced hundreds of flight cancellations and delays affecting thousands of passengers, with regulators citing inadequate planning and resource management for implementing Flight Duty Time Limitations requirements.