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‘Pind daan’ buzz amid Bihar election: Meant for ancestor worship, Hindu ritual at centre of political barbs
Lalu Yadav performed 'pind daan' ritual in Gaya with family, amid speculation about PM Modi's potential visit. The ancestral worship ceremony has become a political talking point, with opposition parties criticizing potential political motives behind the ritual.
Countdown has begun: Rahul Gandhi slams NDA govt in Bihar after police baton-charges protesters in Patna
Rahul Gandhi criticized the NDA government in Bihar after police baton-charged protesters in Patna. He highlighted the government's oppressive response to youth demands for employment, stating that the youth will challenge the government in upcoming elections. Gandhi's comments come amid protests over suspended land surveyors and demands for Teacher Recruitment Exam results.
Manuscripts: PM to attend Gyan Bharatam Conference; Amit Shah to sign Delhi Declaration
Prime Minister Modi and Home Minister Shah will attend the Gyan Bharatam Conference, launching a ₹400-crore mission to preserve manuscripts. The event will feature international experts, working groups, and a declaration uniting manuscript custodians across India.
Amritsar police bust cross-border heroin cartel, 12 Kg drugs seized, four arrested
Amritsar Police dismantled a heroin trafficking cartel, arresting four individuals and seizing over 12 kg of heroin, a pistol, and a magazine. This follows previous arrests of five smugglers with 8.187 kg of heroin. The investigation revealed connections to Pakistan-based smugglers. Additionally, BSF Punjab thwarted multiple smuggling attempts, recovering significant quantities of heroin and weapons along the border.
5 terror suspects held for planning ‘anti-national activities’: Delhi Police
Delhi Police arrested five terror suspects from four states, seizing bomb-making materials and electronic components. They believe the group was planning "anti-national activities" with international links, following weeks of surveillance and coordinated raids.
Did Opposition cross vote during VP polls? Doubts linger after NDA pick wins; Congress MP calls for probe
Opposition leaders suspect cross-voting in VP polls after CP Radhakrishnan won with 452 votes, exceeding NDA's parliamentary strength. Congress MP Manish Tewari calls for systematic investigation, highlighting potential irregular voting from multiple parties.
French Safran and DRDO combine to give India its first jet engine
France's Safran and India's DRDO plan to jointly develop a 120-140 KN jet engine for the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft, marking a significant step towards indigenous engine production and reducing dependence on foreign technology.
Kerala HC orders return of gold plated sheets to Sabarimala temple
Kerala High Court ordered Travancore Devaswom Board to return gold-plated copper sheets from Chennai to Sabarimala temple, criticizing their removal without prior court approval and emphasizing the need for permission in such maintenance work.
Jagan Reddy opposes setting up of medical colleges in PPP mode
Jagan Reddy criticizes the Telugu Desam Party's public-private partnership plan for medical colleges, alleging privatization and exploitation. He claims his previous government initiated 17 medical colleges and accuses the current administration of corruption and abandoning welfare schemes.
India vs Switzerland at UN over measures to 'protect minorities': Who said what
India strongly rebuked Switzerland at the UN after its criticism of minority treatment, urging the country to focus on its own issues of racism and discrimination instead of making "shallow" remarks about India's diverse democracy.
Parl panel seeks legal definition of ‘fake news’
A parliamentary committee urges the government to define "fake news" legally, recommending stricter rules, potential statutory powers for fact-checking units, and an independent monitoring body to combat misinformation while protecting free speech.
‘DPDP doesn’t weaken RTI Act’: AG backs IT ministry
Attorney General supports IT ministry's stance that the Digital Personal Data Protection Act does not weaken the Right to Information Act, despite criticism from journalists and opposition leaders about potential limitations on accessing personal information for public interest.
As airport reopens, AI and IndiGo add flights
Nepal's Tribhuvan International Airport reopened after unrest, with IndiGo and Air India arranging additional flights to rescue stranded passengers. Civil aviation minister coordinated rescue efforts, ensuring safe travel and reasonable fares for those stuck in Kathmandu.
US team to visit India for negotiating aircraft deal
US delegation to visit India next week to negotiate six P-8I maritime patrol aircraft worth $4 billion, amid efforts to repair bilateral ties strained by trade tensions and differing geopolitical stances.
HC to pass order on Abhishek’s publicity, personality rights plea
Delhi High Court to decide on Abhishek Bachchan's plea to protect his personality rights, addressing unauthorized commercial use of his name, image, and voice, including AI-generated content, with potential URL takedowns and legal action against infringers.
Cabinet clears ₹7,616cr key rail, road projects, Bihar among beneficiaries
Cabinet approves ₹7,616 crore infrastructure projects in Bihar, including railway line doubling and new highway construction, aimed at enhancing connectivity, freight movement, and regional economic development across eastern India.
