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Supreme Court Clears Path for Shah Rukh Khan’s ‘Mannat’ Expansion, Rejecting Environmental Challenge
MUMBAI — The Supreme Court of India has dismissed a legal challenge against the environmental clearance granted for the renovation and vertical expansion of…
Sonam Wangchuk’s Hunger Strike Ignites National Debate Over Ladakh’s Future as Political Support Swells
LEH, LADAKH — Sonam Wangchuk, the renowned education reformer and climate activist, has become the focal point of a growing national controversy as his…
India’s Non-Bailable Warrant Against Hafiz Saeed: A Legal Move With Limited Reach but Strategic Weight
NEW DELHI — In a procedural escalation with far-reaching diplomatic implications, a special court in India has issued an open-dated non-bailable warrant against Hafiz…
Aam Aadmi Party Escalates Opposition to E20 Petrol, Citing Consumer Costs and Vehicle Performance Concerns
NEW DELHI — The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has intensified its resistance to India’s mandatory rollout of E20 petrol, launching a digital campaign led…
Congress’ Silence on Supreme Court Vacancies Protest Raises Questions About Opposition Strategy
NEW DELHI — The Congress party’s decision to remain publicly silent on a high-profile protest demanding the restoration of India’s Supreme Court to full…
Bengaluru Extends Restaurant Hours to 3:30 AM for FIFA 2026 World Cup Finals, Balancing Fan Demand and Public Safety
BENGALURU — In a move aimed at accommodating football fans during the late-night broadcasts of the FIFA 2026 World Cup semifinals and final, the…
Badrinath Temple Overhauls Security Protocols After ₹1.5 Lakh Donation Theft Exposes Vulnerabilities
BKTC committee proposes pocketless uniforms, mandatory frisking, and digital tracking for staff handling temple funds, sparking debate over transparency and workplace dignity DEHRADUN —…
Kejriwal’s "Chanda Chori" Accusation Against BJP Escalates Political War, With AI MIM Caught in Crossfire
NEW DELHI — Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has reignited a high-stakes political battle with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), accusing the ruling party…
Supreme Court Shifts Burden to Odisha in Landmark Remission Plea for Dara Singh, Convicted in Staines Murder Case
NEW DELHI — The Supreme Court of India has placed the fate of Dara Singh, the man convicted of one of the most brutal…
India Engages Vietnam Over Fatal Speedboat Accident as Investigation Proceeds Under Local Law
NEW DELHI — India has confirmed ongoing diplomatic communication with Vietnamese authorities as an investigation into a deadly speedboat accident unfolds, with officials emphasizing…
India Aligns with US and Canadian Findings on Transnational Gang Networks, Reinforcing Counter-Crime Cooperation
NEW DELHI — India’s Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has publicly affirmed that recent indictments by the United States and investigative conclusions by Canadian…
India’s Kharif Season in Peril as Delayed Monsoon Upends Sowing, Threatens Food Security
NEW DELHI — India’s agricultural heartland is facing an unfolding crisis as delayed and uneven monsoon rains disrupt the critical kharif sowing season, raising…
TMC’s Leadership Crisis Deepens as Rebel Leader Urges Abhishek Banerjee’s Removal to Stem Defections
KOLKATA — A senior Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader who recently defected to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has proposed a dramatic solution to the…
India Reinforces Legal Stance on South China Sea, Risking Beijing’s Wrath Amid Rising Regional Tensions
NEW DELHI — India has formally reaffirmed its support for a landmark 2016 international tribunal ruling that invalidated China’s expansive territorial claims in the…
Indian Sailors in Strait of Hormuz Bear Brunt of Global Energy Security Risks
MUMBAI — Every day, Indian seafarers navigate some of the world’s most dangerous waters to keep global oil supplies flowing, operating under the constant…
India’s Ethanol Policy Clash Escalates as Four Influencers Face Defamation Charges Over Nitin Gadkari Criticism
NEW DELHI — In a case that has sharpened the debate over free speech and government accountability in India, four social media influencers—including the…
Sachin Pilot’s Tribal Outreach in Rajasthan Signals Congress’ Long-Term Strategy for 2028 Assembly Polls
JAIPUR — Congress leader Sachin Pilot has launched a two-day outreach tour across the tribal-dominated Mewar and Vagad regions of southern Rajasthan, a move…
Twelve Bikers Fined ₹1.2 Lakh for Off-Roading in Ladakh’s Protected Tso Moriri Wetland, Sparking Debate Over Tourism and Conservation
LEH, Ladakh — In a stark reminder of the fragile balance between tourism and environmental protection, twelve bikers were collectively fined ₹1.2 lakh (approximately…
Bengaluru’s Diamond Lotus to Soar Into Space: A Symbol of India’s Tech-Art Fusion or a Frivolous Payload?
BENGALURU — In a move blending cutting-edge aerospace engineering with high-end artistry, a 16.95-carat lotus sculpture crafted from lab-grown diamonds will become the first…
India-UK Trade Deal Enters Force: Zero-Duty Access for Key Indian Exports as Both Nations Bet on Post-Brexit Economic Shift
NEW DELHI — A landmark trade agreement between India and the United Kingdom officially takes effect tomorrow, eliminating tariffs on billions of dollars’ worth…
India’s Forced Labor Import Ban: A Strategic Move Amid U.S. Trade Scrutiny
NEW DELHI — India has enacted a sweeping ban on imports produced using forced labor, a decision that intersects with a high-stakes U.S. trade…
UK’s £9.9 Billion PPE Scandal: How Procurement Failures, Political Favoritism, and Stockpile Neglect Cost Lives and Billions
LONDON — The United Kingdom’s response to the Covid-19 pandemic was marred by one of the most expensive public procurement disasters in its history,…
Deadly Brussels Construction Fire Exposes Gaps in Workplace Safety as Investigation Begins
BRUSSELS — At least six people were confirmed dead and several others injured after a catastrophic fire tore through a high-rise construction site in…
E. Jean Carroll Receives $5.6 Million in Damages as Supreme Court Upholds Trump Sexual Abuse Verdict
Writer E. Jean Carroll has received over $5.6 million in damages awarded in her civil lawsuit against former U.S. President Donald Trump, marking the…