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US Admits Strike On Third Vessel Carrying Indian Crew In Gulf

The United States has confirmed disabling a third commercial vessel this week near Iranian waters, escalating tensions in the Gulf region. According to the US Central Command (CENTCOM), the Guinea-Bissau-flagged tanker M/T Jalveer

Rahul Gandhi Alleges ‘Seat Chori’ In Rajya Sabha Nomination Row

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Thursday launched a fresh attack on the BJP and the Election Commission, alleging that the Rajya Sabha election process had been manipulated through what he described as a BJP-EC “jugalbandi.”

Mahua Moitra Rejects Nepotism Charge Against Abhishek

Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra has defended party national general secretary Abhishek Banerjee against allegations of nepotism, stating that while he initially benefited from being Mamata Banerjee’s nephew,

Haryana Tourist Missing In Valley Of Flowers, Search Intensifies

A massive search operation is underway in Uttarakhand’s Valley of Flowers after a 48-year-old tourist from Haryana went missing during a trek. Gabbar Singh, a resident of Faridabad, failed to return on Tuesday evening, prompting forest officials, police,

Family Of Indian Sailor Killed In MT Settebello Attack Seeks Body’s Return

The family of Aditya Sharma, a 23-year-old seafarer from Galore village in Hamirpur district of Himachal Pradesh, has appealed to the Central and state governments to ensure the swift return of his mortal remains after he was killed in the attack on the Palau-flagged vessel MT Settebello

Mallikarjun Kharge Among Leaders Elected Unopposed To Rajya Sabha

Several Congress and BJP candidates were elected unopposed to the Rajya Sabha from Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, and Rajasthan on Thursday. The uncontested victories came after no additional candidates remained in the race following the completion of the nomination withdrawal process.

Students Gather In Pune As Sonam Wangchuk Supports Protest Call

Education reform advocate Sonam Wangchuk has arrived in Pune and is set to participate in a protest highlighting student-related concerns. In a video shared on social media by activist Abhijeet Dipke, Wangchuk confirmed his arrival from Delhi and said he would soon interact with people on important issues.

Why Are TMC Rebels Blaming Abhishek Banerjee For The Party’s Crisis?

The Trinamool Congress (TMC) is facing one of the biggest crises in its history, as several rebel leaders continue to distance themselves from the party. Many of the dissidents have openly blamed alleged corruption and the growing influence of Diamond Harbour MP Abhishek Banerjee

MEA Says “Strong Protest Lodged” After Attack Kills 3 Indian Sailors

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Thursday confirmed that three Indian seafarers have died following an attack on the Palau-flagged commercial vessel MT Settebello near the Strait of Hormuz off the coast of Oman. The incident has raised fresh concerns over the safety of Indian crew members operating in the volatile Gulf maritime corridor.

BJD Chief Naveen Patnaik Launches Early Preparations For 2027 Local Polls

Biju Janata Dal (BJD) president Naveen Patnaik has directed party workers to begin preparations for the 2027 panchayat and urban local body elections. Addressing an organisational meeting attended mainly by candidates who lost the 2024 Assembly elections

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60-Year-Old Trapped in Open Manhole During BMC Work

A 60-year-old man, identified as Aslam Sheikh, reportedly fell into an open manhole in Mumbai's Sakinaka area on Thursday, triggering a major rescue operation.

India, Japan Sign First Defence Co-Development Deal

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi on Thursday unveiled a series of strategic initiatives spanning defence, technology, clean energy and mobility after holding the 16th India-Japan Annual Summit in New Delhi.

Bihar, MP and Gujarat to Vote in By-Elections

The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Thursday announced the schedule for by-elections to three Assembly constituencies in Bihar, Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat.

Pune Murder Case: Siya Goyal May Face Lie Detector Test

A court has approved a polygraph (lie detector) test for accused Siya Goyal in the alleged murder of Pune-based developer Ketan Agarwal at Lohagad Fort. Investigators sought the test, saying it could help verify statements and generate fresh leads in a case that currently relies largely on circumstantial evidence.

Amarnath Yatra 2026 Begins as First Batch Leaves Jammu

Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Thursday flagged off the first batch of over 5,000 pilgrims for the 2026 Amarnath Yatra from the Bhagwati Nagar base camp in Jammu under a multi-layered security cover.

Savarkar’s Release Was Due to Public Pressure: Grandnephew

Hindutva ideologue V D Savarkar's release from British imprisonment was the result of growing public pressure and not the mercy petitions he submitted, his grandnephew Satyaki Savarkar told a Pune court on Wednesday.

Viral Cash Photo Puts Ayodhya Probe Under Spotlight

A Special Investigation Team (SIT) is expected to visit Ayodhya as part of the ongoing investigation involving accused Avinash Shukla.

Kedarnath Helicopter Services Suspended Amid Heavy Rain

Helicopter services for the Kedarnath Dham Yatra have been suspended until further notice due to adverse weather conditions caused by the monsoon, the Rudraprayag district administration announced on Wednesday.

Centre Assures Flood-Hit Arunachal of Full Support

The Centre on Wednesday assured Arunachal Pradesh of full support for relief, rehabilitation and long-term flood mitigation as the death toll from flash floods and landslides rose to four.

26 Lakh Annapurna Yojana Applications Rejected in Bengal

The West Bengal government has transferred the first installment of financial assistance under the Annapurna Yojana to nearly 1.1 crore women beneficiaries, Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced during the launch of the scheme in Kolkata.

Delhi Unveils Permanent Winter Pollution Policy

The Delhi Government has notified a permanent Winter Pollution Policy that will be enforced every year from November 1 to February 28 to tackle seasonal air pollution. The policy introduces a uniform framework that includes mandatory 50 per cent work-from-home for offices from November 1

Iran Invites Mallikarjun Kharge, Nitin Nabin for Khamenei Funeral

Iran has invited BJP president Nitin Nabin and Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge to attend the state funeral of former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, scheduled to be held next week.

Ayodhya Temple Case: Court Records Detail Cash, Dollars and Jewellery Seized

Exclusive court recovery records accessed by the media have revealed fresh details in the ongoing investigation into the alleged Ayodhya temple offering theft case.

Mahua Moitra Alleges Attack by ‘BJP Goons’

Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP Mahua Moitra on Tuesday alleged that she was attacked by what she described as "BJP goons" while travelling in West Bengal. In a post on social media, the Krishnanagar MP claimed that the incident took place at a highway dhaba near Plassey and accused the mob of attempting to intimidate her

Union Cabinet Approves Mega Delhi Road Tunnel

The Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved the construction of an 8.1-km six-lane road tunnel connecting the Dwarka Expressway with Nelson Mandela Marg in Vasant Kunj at an estimated cost of ₹6,969.67 crore.

Sachin Ahir Elected Maharashtra Council Deputy Chairman

Shiv Sena MLC Sachin Ahir was on Tuesday elected unopposed as the Deputy Chairman of the Maharashtra Legislative Council after the Opposition withdrew its candidate to facilitate a unanimous election.

‘Not In Our Hands’: Maharashtra Minister on Boy’s Death in Mumbai Tree Collapse

A day after an 11-year-old boy was killed when a roadside tree fell on a school bus in Mumbai's Chembur area, Maharashtra Social Justice Minister Sanjay Shirsat defended the state government's response to the tragedy.

US Senator: I Carry My Phone to India, Not China

Republican Senator Steve Daines has highlighted his trust in India over China by using a personal example during the US-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF) Leadership Summit in Washington.

Ram Temple Trust Chief Mahant Nritya Gopal Das Admitted to ICU

Mahant Nritya Gopal Das, chairman of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust, has been admitted to the intensive care unit (ICU) of a private hospital after being diagnosed with a urinary tract infection.

Government Moves to Evict Delhi Gymkhana Club

The Union government has approached the Estate Officer seeking the eviction of the Delhi Gymkhana Club from its 27.3-acre premises at 2, Safdarjung Road in New Delhi.