India News

MK Stalin Highlights Centre's Neglect of Madurai Development Projects Amid Temple Lamp Controversy
Dec 06, 2025 02:52 am CST
Chief Minister MK Stalin redirects focus to Centre's failure to deliver on AIIMS and Metro Rail projects in Madurai while responding to BJP's accusations of an "anti-Hindu stance" in the Thirupparankundram lamp lighting controversy, intensifying political tensions ahead of Tamil Nadu Assembly elections.
Nirav Modi's Legal Battle Continues: Seeks Trial Delay in UK Due to Prison Constraints
Dec 06, 2025 02:50 am CST
Fugitive diamond merchant Nirav Modi, wanted in India for a $2 billion fraud case, has requested an adjournment of his UK trial citing limited access to legal documents after being transferred to HMP Pentonville. Currently fighting both an $8 million Bank of India debt case and extradition proceedings, Modi faces challenging prison conditions while his legal appeal is set to be heard later this month.
Tragic Loss at Kuno: Cheetah Cub Dies One Day After Release Into Wild
Dec 06, 2025 02:47 am CST
A 10-month-old cheetah cub was found dead at Kuno National Park just one day after being released into the wild with its mother Veera and sibling on International Cheetah Day. The remaining 28 cheetahs at the park, including 8 adults and 20 India-born cubs, are reported to be in good health as officials await autopsy results to determine the cause of death.
Shashi Tharoor Introduces Landmark Bill to Criminalize Marital Rape in India: Championing Women's Constitutional Rights
Dec 06, 2025 02:46 am CST
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has introduced a significant private member's bill in the Lok Sabha to criminalize marital rape in India, arguing that marriage cannot negate a woman's right to consent. The bill seeks to amend the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita to eliminate the marital rape exception, emphasizing that women deserve fundamental rights to bodily autonomy and dignity within marriage. Tharoor also presented two additional bills addressing state reorganization and workplace conditions.
Delhi Police Issues Notice to D K Shivakumar in National Herald Investigation: Financial Details Sought
Dec 06, 2025 02:44 am CST
The Delhi Police's Economic Offences Wing has issued a notice to Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar seeking financial details related to the National Herald case involving Congress leaders Sonia and Rahul Gandhi. The notice requests information about bank transfers to Young Indian, with a December 19 deadline for compliance. Sources claim Shivakumar is being politically targeted for his Congress loyalty.
Massive Preparations Underway for Controversial Mosque Event by Suspended TMC MLA in West Bengal
Dec 06, 2025 02:42 am CST
Suspended TMC MLA Humayun Kabir is proceeding with a grand foundation-stone ceremony for a 'Babri Masjid-style' mosque in Beldanga, West Bengal on December 6, despite political fallout. The event anticipates 300,000 attendees, visiting Saudi clerics, and features extensive preparations including biryani for 60,000 people. Local authorities have deployed 3,000 police personnel to manage the gathering and maintain traffic flow on the national highway.
Putin Pledges Uninterrupted Fuel Supply to India Amid US Tariff Pressures and Growing Bilateral Relations
Dec 06, 2025 02:30 am CST
Russian President Vladimir Putin has promised continued uninterrupted fuel shipments to India during his first visit since the Ukraine conflict began, as New Delhi navigates complex diplomatic pressures from US tariffs. The Modi-Putin summit focused on enhancing energy security, defense cooperation, and bilateral trade, resulting in an economic cooperation program through 2030 despite India's recent reduction in Russian oil imports under international pressure.
Russian President Putin Concludes Successful State Visit to India: Key Takeaways from the 23rd India-Russia Annual Summit
Dec 06, 2025 02:26 am CST
Russian President Vladimir Putin concluded his two-day state visit to India for the 23rd India-Russia Annual Summit, where both nations discussed UN Security Council reforms, the Ukraine conflict, defense cooperation, and counterterrorism efforts. The visit highlighted the enduring strategic partnership between India and Russia, with agreements on new Indian consulates and continued collaboration in international forums including G20, BRICS, and SCO.
Chhattisgarh Kranti Sena Chief Arrested: Supporters Protest as Amit Baghel Faces Legal Consequences for Controversial Remarks
Dec 06, 2025 02:25 am CST
Amit Baghel, state president of Chhattisgarh Kranti Sena, was arrested in Raipur while attempting to surrender following controversial remarks about revered community figures. The arrest triggered road blockades by supporters and comes after the Supreme Court rejected his anticipatory bail. Baghel faces multiple FIRs across 12 states and was granted temporary custody release to attend his mother's funeral before returning to police custody.
Man Arrested in Noida for Attempting to Murder Stepchildren by Throwing Them into Drain
Dec 06, 2025 02:25 am CST
A 22-year-old man was arrested in Noida for attempting to kill his two stepchildren by throwing them into a 10-foot drain near Paras Tierra Society. The children, both under five, were rescued by passing delivery personnel. Police report the suspect resented the children from his partner's previous marriage and deliberately abandoned them. The children are now safe and under Child Welfare Committee protection.