Category: India

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma danced to a BJP campaign song at a rally in Bongaigaon, celebrating the party’s outreach for the upcoming assembly elections. He had previously released three theme songs, penned and composed by party workers, to connect with voters emotionally and convey the BJP’s vision of…

Grieving families of the Air India flight crash victims have appealed to Prime Minister Modi for the release of black box data. Ten months after the tragedy that claimed 260 lives, they seek answers regarding the cause of the disaster. The families are demanding transparency, requesting either public disclosure or…

A parliamentary panel urged the government to ensure Census 2027 accurately counts all 21 disability categories, a significant upgrade from the 2011 census. This move aims to create a robust database for better policy formulation and welfare scheme targeting for persons with disabilities, moving beyond the current 1.35 crore UDID…

New research reveals men’s heart disease risk escalates significantly by their mid-thirties, years before symptoms manifest. This divergence from women’s risk patterns, even after accounting for lifestyle factors, highlights a critical need for earlier screening. …

Three engineering students offered help to a drunk driver, but their gesture turned deadly. They allegedly killed the man to steal his car and phones, dumping his body to hinder identification. Police quickly apprehended the trio, who confessed to the crime. …

Prime Minister Modi announced the women’s reservation law will be implemented from the 2029 Lok Sabha polls, urging women to pressure the opposition for unopposed passage. He refuted claims that southern states would lose seats due to population control, stating the government will increase Lok Sabha constituencies to accommodate the…

Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma announced free LPG cylinders for Bihu and Durga Puja during a poll rally, promising one cylinder for each festival if the BJP returns to power. The announcement came amidst reports of long queues at gas distributors. The Congress criticized the move as a violation of…

A viral video allegedly showing an EC official preparing BJP campaign material has sparked a row in Kolkata. The TMC has demanded the official’s removal and legal action, citing a breach of neutrality and the model code of conduct. They argue his actions pose a serious threat to free and…

A drone appeared near West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee’s helicopter in Malda, prompting police to detain three individuals. Banerjee herself spotted the unauthorized drone, expressing concern over the potential crash risk. Authorities are investigating the incident, as no permission was granted for drone operation near the CM’s movement. …

Prime Minister Narendra Modi assured southern states that their Lok Sabha seats would be protected, even as the total number of seats might increase nationally. He also criticized Kerala’s LDF and UDF for alleged “fake hostility” and targeting the Sabarimala temple, promising action if NDA forms the government. …

In a unique move, several South Tamil Nadu villages are barring all political advertisements, including banners and flags, to ensure voters make independent decisions. Politicians can campaign but must remove all materials upon leaving. This practice aims to prevent propaganda influence and maintain village harmony. …

MLAs in the J&K Assembly demanded the handover of Rashid Ahmad Mughal’s body for a dignified burial, disputing the Army’s account of the Ganderbal encounter. They asserted the family’s constitutional right to perform last rites, even as a magisterial inquiry is underway. Legislators also called for a judicial probe and…

Jammu and Kashmir’s assembly has greenlit a bill to establish private universities, a move hailed as historic. Education Minister Sakeena Itoo stated this will significantly enhance higher education access for local students and bolster the region’s economy by retaining talent. The legislation also aims to ensure quality and student protection…

The returnees said they were unsure of their destiny till the very moment they landed in Tamil Nadu. …