Category: India

A 20-year-old man, Anil Arjun Rajput, died after falling into the sea at Mumbai’s Juhu Jetty on Saturday evening while taking photographs with friends. The incident was reported at 8:17 pm. Lifeguards rescued him from the water and rushed him to Cooper Hospital, where doctors declared him dead on arrival.READ FULL

Prime Minister Narendra Modi visits Sikkim today to celebrate the state’s 50 years of statehood at Paljor Stadium, Gangtok. He will inaugurate development projects including a ₹750 crore district hospital in Namchi and a passenger ropeway in Pelling. Modi will also release commemorative coins and stamps marking the milestone. Extensive security arrangements with over 400 personnel have been deployed for the visit.READ FULL

AIMIM leader Asaduddin Owaisi called Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif and army chief Asim Munir “stupid jokers” after they presented a fake memento claiming victory over India’s Operation Sindoor. The memento featured a 2019 Chinese military drill photo, not Pakistani operations. Speaking in Kuwait, Owaisi criticized Pakistan’s misinformation campaign, saying “copying requires intelligence” which they lack.READ FULL

BJP-led Delhi government will install 32 monitoring stations on Yamuna River and major drains by year-end to track water quality in real-time. Ten stations on the river, 22 on drains will monitor key pollutants and transmit data to Delhi Pollution Control Committee. CM Rekha Gupta allocated ₹500 crore for cleaning, including 40 sewage treatment plants.READ FULL

A cement truck fatally struck a pickup driver in Meghalaya’s Lumshnong, triggering violent mob retaliation. After the truck driver fled, approximately 300 armed locals stormed the cement company, torching 15 trucks and damaging property. The mob blocked firefighters and attacked police before additional forces restored order. Authorities have heightened security in the area and launched an investigation into the incident.READ FULL

A fight erupted at Mangaluru District Jail when inmates began “aggressively staring” at each other. Noushad, prime accused in Hindutva activist Suhas Shetty’s murder, sustained a leg injury. Inmates threw cement blocks and damaged a glass door. Noushad is among 11 arrested for Shetty’s May 1 killing. Both men have criminal histories, with Shetty linked to the 2022 murder of Mohammed Fazil.READ FULL

Balvant Khabad, son of Gujarat Minister Bachubhai Khabad, was arrested for involvement in a ₹71 crore MGNREGA fraud. The scam involved 35 agencies receiving payments for incomplete or non-existent work between 2021-2024. Former Taluka Development Officer Darshan Patel was also arrested, bringing total arrests to seven. Investigations continue into the misappropriation of funds meant for rural development projects in Dahod district.READ FULL

India conducted “Operation Sindoor,” a tri-service military strike targeting terrorist camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, killing 70 terrorists and injuring over 60. The 25-minute operation, named by PM Modi, was in response to the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 people. Officials called it a “measured, non-escalatory” response to Pakistan’s support of cross-border terrorism.READ FULL

Educational institutions in four Rajasthan districts and five Jammu and Kashmir districts have been closed following India’s missile strikes on Pakistan. Both government and private schools in Ganganagar, Bikaner, Jaisalmer, and Barmer in Rajasthan were shut as precautionary measures. J&K’s Divisional Commissioner announced similar closures in Jammu, Samba, Kathua, Rajouri, and Poonch districts amid heightened security concerns.READ FULL

Pakistani hackers have targeted Indian defense websites following the Pahalgam terror attack, potentially compromising sensitive data from Military Engineer Services and the Manohar Parrikar Institute of Defense Studies. A group called Pakistan Cyber Force attempted to deface Armoured Vehicle Nigam Limited’s website, which has been taken offline for security audit. This cyber campaign comes amid deteriorating India-Pakistan relations after the recent attack that killed 26 people, for which Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba’s proxy has claimed responsibility.READ FULL

Air Chief Marshal AP Singh met PM Modi amid rising India-Pakistan tensions following the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 civilians on April 22. This follows meetings with Navy and Army chiefs. Modi has given military leaders “complete operational freedom” to respond, stating perpetrators will be punished “beyond their imagination.” India previously responded to terror attacks with surgical strikes in 2016 and airstrikes in 2019.READ FULL

Pakistan has violated ceasefire along the Line of Control for seven consecutive nights, firing across Kupwara, Uri, and Akhnoor sectors in Jammu and Kashmir. India’s army responded proportionately. These violations risk the 2003 ceasefire agreement recommitted to in 2021. Tensions have escalated since the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, with both countries implementing retaliatory measures. The US has urged de-escalation while supporting India’s counter-terrorism efforts.READ FULL

Pakistani hackers have targeted multiple Indian websites including Army Public School sites and military-affiliated platforms following last week’s Pahalgam terror attack. The hackers defaced pages with Pakistani flags and provocative messages about Kashmir. Indian cyber-security systems detected the intrusions and restored affected sites. These cyber attacks come amid escalating tensions after India accused Pakistan of involvement in the attack that killed 26 people.READ FULL

India declared Pakistani military officials persona non grata following a terror attack in Pahalgam that killed 26 people. After a Cabinet Committee on Security meeting, India announced five measures: expelling Pakistani military diplomats, closing the Attari border crossing, suspending the Indus Waters Treaty, canceling visa exemptions for Pakistani nationals, and reducing diplomatic staff at both high commissions from 55 to 30 personnel.READ FULL

PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti apologized to the nation following Tuesday’s terrorist attack in Pahalgam that killed 26 tourists. Leading a protest march in Srinagar, she condemned the violence as “an attack on Kashmiriyat” and called it “the most cowardly thing.” Mufti urged the government to quickly apprehend the perpetrators and expressed solidarity with grieving families, stating that all Kashmiris shared in their pain.READ FULL

A 26-year-old Indian Navy Lieutenant, Vinay Narwal, was killed in a terrorist attack while vacationing in Pahalgam, Kashmir. The officer, who had married just days earlier, was among several victims in the incident that also claimed five tourists from Maharashtra. Prime Minister Modi condemned the attack, promising justice. Home Minister Shah has initiated a high-level security review while security forces have launched a search operation for the perpetrators.READ FULL

Six Maoists were killed in an encounter with security forces in Jharkhand’s Bokaro district on Monday. The firefight began around 5:30 AM in the Lugu Hills area when CoBRA commandos of the CRPF engaged the insurgents. Two INSAS rifles, a self-loading rifle, and a pistol were seized during the operation. The exchange of fire was reportedly still ongoing, with no injuries reported among security personnel.READ FULL

Indian Opposition Leader Rahul Gandhi arrived in Boston on Saturday for a visit to Brown University in Rhode Island. During his stay, he’ll interact with faculty, students, and members of the Indian diaspora community. This marks Gandhi’s second US trip in recent months, following a September 2024 visit where he spoke at universities in Dallas and Washington D.C. and met with Indian Overseas Congress members.READ FULL

A digital marketing executive candidate was caught off guard during an interview with a real estate company when asked to calculate the Cost Per Lead for selling 74 flats from a Rs 100 crore inventory to Nagpur’s population of 400,000. Despite attempting to answer, the candidate later realized a better approach using conversion rates. They expressed frustration at facing such a complex question for a position offering only Rs 5 lakhs per annum, matching their current salary despite promises of better compensation.READ FULL

Google suspended 2.9 million advertiser accounts and removed 247.4 million ads in India during 2024 for policy violations. Globally, the company removed 5.1 billion ads and suspended over 39.2 million accounts. Google enhanced its AI tools to detect fraud, focusing on combating AI-generated impersonation scams, resulting in 700,000 permanent account suspensions and a 90% reduction in such scam reports.READ FULL

India successfully tested satellite-based internet during aid operations in earthquake-hit Myanmar, using OneWeb Eutelsat technology. This marked India’s first real-time deployment of such services, with the Indian army connecting within 24 hours. OneWeb has received authorization to launch commercial satellite broadband in India but awaits spectrum allocation from the Telecom department before beginning operations nationwide.READ FULL

A thief stole Rs 2.45 lakh from a shop in Khargone, Madhya Pradesh, but left behind a letter addressing the owner as “Jujar Bhai.” The letter sought forgiveness for stealing on Ram Navami, explained the thief was deeply in debt with creditors visiting daily, and promised to return the money within six months. The thief, claiming to be a neighbor, took only what was needed and left Rs 38,000 behind.READ FULL

India’s Supreme Court will consider urgent hearings on petitions challenging the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025, which regulates Muslim religious properties. The law, recently approved by Parliament and signed by President Murmu, faces opposition from Muslim organizations and opposition parties who claim it infringes on religious freedoms. The government defends it as promoting transparency and accountability. Multiple petitions including from MP Asaduddin Owaisi and Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind are pending review.READ FULL

US national Mykhailo Viktorovych Polyakov was arrested for illegally entering North Sentinel Island, home to the vulnerable Sentinelese tribe. Police and tribal welfare officials inspected the island by boat to search for items he reportedly left behind, including soft drinks. The 24-year-old had meticulously planned his visit and had previously attempted to reach the island. He also allegedly illegally recorded the Jarawa tribe during an earlier visit to the Andaman Islands.READ FULL

ACMA President Shradha Suri Marwah noted that auto parts, already subject to 25% tariffs under Trump’s March 26 order, are exempt from the April 2 “Liberation Day” initiative. The association remains hopeful for favorable bilateral negotiations. Meanwhile, MP Shashi Tharoor warned the tariffs could harm both Indian exporters and American manufacturers who rely on Indian components, expressing hope for better trade agreements before October.READ FULL

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee was interrupted by protesters during her speech at Oxford University’s Kellogg College, who raised issues of post-poll violence and a college scandal. Banerjee handled the disruption calmly and confidently, addressing the protesters directly. The audience supported her, and the protesters were eventually asked to leave, allowing her to complete her speech successfully.READ FULL

Shiv Sena workers vandalized a Mumbai hotel after comedian Kunal Kamra mocked Deputy CM Eknath Shinde as a “traitor” during a show. The party demanded Kamra’s arrest, with MP Naresh Mhaske threatening serious consequences and claiming Kamra was paid by former CM Uddhav Thackeray. Meanwhile, opposition leader Aaditya Thackeray questioned the state’s law and order situation as Shiv Sena MLA Murji Patel announced plans to file a police complaint.READ FULL

India has significantly reduced medical visa issuance to Bangladeshis – from 5,000-7,000 to fewer than 1,000 daily – amid worsening relations after Sheikh Hasina fled to India. This reduction has created an opportunity for China, which is increasing medical cooperation with Bangladesh, including organizing treatment visits and considering opening a friendship hospital in Dhaka. Relations between Bangladesh and China are strengthening as Muhammad Yunus prepares to meet President Xi.READ FULL

A deadly stampede at New Delhi Railway Station on Saturday killed 18 people, including 11 women and 5 children, with over a dozen injured. The tragedy occurred when crowds rushed to board trains headed for the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj. The incident involved passengers from multiple delayed trains congregating on platforms 12-14. Prime Minister Modi expressed distress, and the Railway Ministry has ordered a high-level inquiry into the incident.READ FULL

French economist Thomas Piketty urged India to impose wealth and inheritance taxes, arguing that the country’s top 1% now control 22.6% of national income. He suggested a 2% wealth tax could raise 2.73% of GDP. However, India’s chief economic adviser opposed the idea, and the government has consistently rejected wealth and inheritance taxes, citing potential impact on middle-class families.READ FULL

The Indian parliament was disrupted for the second consecutive day as opposition lawmakers protested over the Adani controversy and other issues, leading to adjournment of both Houses. The Lok Sabha was adjourned for the day after brief proceedings, while the Rajya Sabha was suspended amid protests. Speaker Om Birla’s attempts to conduct Question Hour were unsuccessful as opposition members rushed to the Well, shouting slogans despite his appeals.READ FULL

At least 31 people were killed and ten injured when a bus plunged into a 200-meter deep gorge in India’s Uttarakhand state this morning. The accident occurred around 8:00 AM local time in Almora district, with 22 passengers dying on the spot and nine others succumbing during hospital transfer. Some Indian media sources report the death toll at 36. Emergency responders are continuing search operations at the site while authorities investigate the cause.READ FULL

MS Dhoni has been named Jharkhand’s brand ambassador for the upcoming state assembly elections. He has allowed the Election Commission to use his image to promote voter participation under the SWEEP program. The elections for 81 assembly seats will be held in two phases on November 13 and 20, with results on November 23. BJP has allied with AJSU, JD(U), and LJP, while JMM leads the opposition alliance.READ FULL

Indian security forces killed five Maoist rebels, including three women, during a clash in Maharashtra’s jungles. The incident comes amid intensified government efforts to end the decades-long Naxalite insurgency, which has claimed over 10,000 lives. Interior Minister Amit Shah recently warned rebels to surrender or face an “all-out” assault, aiming to end the movement by 2026.READ FULL

Seven people, including a doctor and six laborers, were killed in a terrorist attack at a tunnel construction site on the Srinagar-Leh highway in Kashmir’s Ganderbal district. Five others were injured. The attack occurred just days after Omar Abdullah took oath as chief minister following recent assembly elections in Jammu and Kashmir.READ FULL

An explosion occurred near a CRPF school in Delhi’s Rohini at 7:47 am Sunday, damaging the school wall, nearby shops, and parked vehicles. No injuries were reported. Forensic teams, Delhi Police’s special cell, and NSG commandos are investigating the cause. The incident follows recent bomb threats to schools across India, though any connection remains unclear.READ FULL