US Ambassador-Designate Sergio Gor Lands in New Delhi
Sergio Gor, the new US envoy to India, arrives in New Delhi next week. His appointment comes at a critical time for bilateral relations. Read more about the implications.
Category : Politics
Kathua Encounter: 3 Terrorists Surrounded by Security Forces
A major anti-terror operation is underway in Jammu and Kashmir's Kathua district. Security forces have cordoned off the area and surrounded three terrorists. Read for live updates.
UP Assistant Professor exam cancelled over paper leak
Uttar Pradesh cancels last year's Assistant Professor recruitment exam after STF probe uncovers a paper leak and extortion racket. Three arrested, fresh exam ordered. Read details.
Nepal's Anti-Graft Drive Costs China Its BRI Advantage
Nepal's Gen-Z protests & Pokhara Airport graft case disrupt China's patronage network, forcing a strategic recalibration. India sees an opening to reset ties. Analysis.
Madras HC stops 'abusive' book, starts contempt case
Madras High Court orders police to seize copies of a book deemed derogatory to Justice GR Swaminathan, initiating suo motu contempt against the publisher. Hearing on Jan 28.
MPs' Assets Jump 110% in 10 Years; One Minister Sees Decline
Analysis reveals a 110% surge in assets for 102 MPs elected in three consecutive Lok Sabha terms from 2014 to 2024. Union Minister C R Patil is the sole exception with a 47% decrease. Explore the full report.
SC Affirms Lok Sabha Speaker's Authority on Inquiry Panels
The Supreme Court upholds the Lok Sabha Speaker's authority to form an inquiry committee in the Justice Varma case, reinforcing parliamentary sovereignty. Read the full analysis.
Ganga Treaty Renewal Needs Basin-Centric Approach
As India and Bangladesh begin talks to renew the 1996 Ganga Water Treaty, experts argue for a holistic basin management strategy to address climate change and new hydrological realities. Explore the challenges and opportunities.
Lower Voter Deletions in UP's Muslim-Majority Districts
Uttar Pradesh's Special Intensive Revision reveals a disparity in voter deletions. While Lucknow saw 30% deletions, districts like Saharanpur recorded just over 16%. Explore the data and implications.
5 Bangladeshis Caught Overstaying Visas in Delhi
Delhi Police apprehended five Bangladeshi nationals in outer Delhi for overstaying visas and attempting to flee. Deportation proceedings initiated. Read the full details.
Chhattisgarh HC Directs Family Courts to Aid Poor Litigants
Chhattisgarh High Court mandates family courts to maintain dedicated legal expert panels for poor litigants, overturns a divorce decree where a woman's plea for aid was ignored. Read more.
Bihar Doctor Rejoins Service Post Naqab Controversy
Dr. Nusrat Parveen, suspended for wearing a naqab at work, resumes duty in Bihar after 23 days. The case sparked debates on religious freedom and service rules. Read the full story.
Russia Sends Navy to Guard Oil Tanker from US Seizure
Russia deploys a warship to escort an oil tanker after a US court authorized its seizure. The incident highlights escalating tensions over Venezuelan oil sanctions. Read the full details.
Jaishankar Criticizes Western Hypocrisy on Operation Sindoor
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar rebukes Western nations for unsolicited advice during India's Operation Sindoor, questioning their own regional violence. Read his full remarks on India's foreign policy stance.
Abu Dhabi Court Awards Dh159,800 to Worker in Labour Dispute
An Abu Dhabi Labour Court ordered a company to pay Dh159,800 to an employee for unpaid salary and gratuity. This ruling highlights the strong enforcement of UAE labour laws protecting workers' rights. Know your legal entitlements.
New Panel to Resolve Small Highway Disputes Under ₹5 Crore
MoRTH establishes a pre-conciliation committee to fast-track resolution of small-value disputes choking highway development, aiming to reduce legal costs and project delays. Read how this move impacts India's infrastructure.
Trump's U-Turn on India After Modi Meets Putin, Xi at SCO
Trump first 'sulked' over India's China pivot, then made a stunning U-turn. Meanwhile, Modi's meetings with Putin and Xi at the SCO summit and India's Russian oil imports escalate US trade tensions. Read the full analysis.
Turkman Gate: Emergency's Dark Past Resurfaces Amid New Protests
Recent demolition drive violence at Delhi's Turkman Gate revives memories of the 1976 Emergency massacre. Explore the site's deep history and a tragic chapter of forced sterilizations and bulldozers.
SC: Disciplinary Clean Chit Doesn't End Criminal Case
India's Supreme Court clarifies that exoneration in a departmental inquiry does not automatically terminate criminal prosecution in bribery cases. Understand the legal distinction.
Congress Slams BJP's Nehru Criticism on Somnath Temple
Congress accuses BJP of spreading falsehoods about Jawaharlal Nehru's role in Somnath Temple reconstruction. Party defends Nehru's legacy, citing historical records. Read the full political row.
Security Forces Engage Terrorists in Kathua, J&K
Security forces launched an operation in Kathua's Billawar after a terrorist sighting. One terrorist neutralized, reinforcements deployed. Read the latest updates.
Man killed at Budhlada bus stand on birthday; police probe old enmity
Jashandeep Singh, 20, was fatally attacked by armed assailants at a crowded bus stand in Mansa district. Police suspect old rivalry. Read the latest updates on the investigation.
Satheesan: CPM Using Sangh Parivar Tactics in Kerala
Opposition leader V D Satheesan accuses CPM's A K Balan of mimicking BJP's divisive rhetoric. He warns Kerala will resist this hate campaign. Read the full story.
Shiv Sena Candidate Stabbed in Mumbai Before BMC Elections
Shiv Sena candidate Salim Qureshi was injured in a knife attack by unidentified assailants in Mumbai's Kurla area. The incident raises security concerns ahead of the BMC elections.
4 Shootings in 7 Days Rock Punjab, Police Under Pressure
Punjab witnesses four brazen shootings in the first week of 2025, with police struggling to nab shooters. Opposition attacks AAP government over law and order. Details on recent killings and 'encounters' inside.
Encounter in Kathua, J&K: Terrorist Sighted by Locals
A security operation is underway in Kathua, Jammu & Kashmir, after locals reported a terrorist sighting near Kamad Nallah. Follow live updates on the encounter.
Kerala JDS MLAs announce merger plans with ISJD
Two Kerala JDS MLAs have formally informed the Speaker of their decision to merge with the ISJD, a move that could reshape the state's political dynamics. Read the full story for details and implications.
Uttarakhand HC Unfreezes Account Frozen for 6 Years in Probe
Uttarakhand High Court rules indefinite freezing of a non-accused's bank account is illegal. Justice Ashish Naithani ends 6-year ordeal, stressing rule of law. Read the landmark judgment.
Mauritius President at Tirumala, Vedic School Announced
Mauritius President Dharambeer Gokhool prayed at Tirumala temple. A new Vedic school in Mauritius will be established with guidance from TTD. Read the full story.
Punjab's Second Phase of War Against Drugs Begins
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann launches the second phase of the anti-drug campaign 'War Against Drugs 2.0', emphasizing community involvement and youth awareness to eradicate the menace.
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