Malda hostage horror: Mastermind Mofakkarul Islam nabbed at Bagdogra Airport
Kolkata/IBNS: The alleged mastermind behind the hostage situation of seven judicial officers in Malda, West Bengal, was arrested on Friday, media reports said.
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EC transfers Malda violence probe involving judicial officers to NIA after SC's directive
New Delhi/IBNS: The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Thursday handed over the investigation into the gherao of judicial officers in Malda district of poll-bound West Bengal to the central counter-terrorism agency, National Investigation Agency (NIA), acting on directions from the Supreme Court.
Centre puts on hold 60% free airline seat rule after industry pushback
The Ministry of Civil Aviation has put on hold its order mandating airlines to offer at least 60% of seats free of charge.
26-year-old techie dies by suicide in Hyderabad; husband accused of dowry harassment
A 26-year-old software engineer from Bihar allegedly died by suicide at her apartment in Miyapur area of Hyderabad’s Cyberabad, with police suspecting harassment linked to dowry demands.
Raghav Chadha breaks silence after AAP removes him as deputy leader in Rajya Sabha
Raghav Chadha issued his first public statement on Thursday, hours after the Aam Aadmi Party removed him as deputy leader in the Rajya Sabha, triggering fresh speculation about internal dynamics within the party led by Arvind Kejriwal.
'Our friends are in safe hands': Iran assures India over Strait of Hormuz access amid ongoing conflict
Iran has reassured India that its energy shipments through the crucial Strait of Hormuz will remain safe despite ongoing disruptions caused by the conflict following joint strikes by the United States and Israel on Tehran on February 28.
India joins global push to reopen Strait of Hormuz as energy flows face disruption
India will participate in a high-level meeting involving 35 countries to explore options for reopening the Strait of Hormuz, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) confirmed on Thursday.
ED conducts fresh raids at I-PAC locations in Bengal coal smuggling case
New Delhi/IBNS: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) carried out fresh search operations on Thursday at multiple locations linked to executives of political consultancy firm I-PAC and other individuals, officials said.
AAP drops Raghav Chadha from key parliamentary role, sparks buzz over internal rift
New Delhi/IBNS: The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has removed Raghav Chadha as deputy leader in the Rajya Sabha, marking a notable shift in the party’s parliamentary leadership.
Bengal SIR protest: Judge pleads for help amid mob attack after 9-hour hostage ordeal
Kolkata/IBNS: In a shocking breakdown of law and order, chaos erupted in Kaliachak in West Bengal’s Malda district as a judicial officer was heard desperately pleading for help after her vehicle came under attack by an agitated mob in the dead of night.
Amit Shah to camp in West Bengal for 15 days during Assembly polls; predicts Mamata’s defeat in state and Bhabanipur
Kolkata/IBNS: With political temperatures soaring in poll-bound West Bengal, Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday announced he will camp in the state for around 15 days during the two-phase Assembly elections, signalling an all-out push by the BJP.
'BJP plotting President’s Rule, don’t fall in the trap': Mamata Banerjee on Malda unrest, urges peace
Kolkata/IBNS: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday blamed “outside provocation” for the nine-hour hostage crisis involving judicial officers in Malda’s Kaliachak, even as the incident drew strong criticism from the Supreme Court of India.
'Most polarised state': CJI Kant raps Bengal govt over 9-hour hostage of judicial officers
New Delhi/Kolkata/IBNS: In a scathing observation, Chief Justice of India Surya Kant on Thursday termed the nine-hour hostage crisis involving judicial officers in West Bengal’s Malda as “calculated and motivated”, calling the state the “most polarised”.
'Our pilot met with an accident...': Judge pleads for help amid mob attack after 9-hour hostage ordeal during SIR protest
Kolkata/IBNS: In a shocking breakdown of law and order, chaos erupted in Kaliachak in West Bengal’s Malda district as a judicial officer was heard desperately pleading for help after her vehicle came under attack by an agitated mob in the dead of night.
War fallout fears: PM Modi orders urgent steps to shield citizens from global crisis
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has directed officials to take all necessary steps to protect citizens from the ripple effects of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
Tech job loss, isolation: What led to Bengaluru couple’s tragic deaths
A young tech couple’s deaths in Bengaluru have brought attention to the growing pressures of job instability and personal isolation in the city’s fast-paced tech ecosystem.
UN Peacekeepers killed in Lebanon — India demands urgent global action
India has condemned the killing of UN peacekeepers in southern Lebanon, demanding that safety and security of these soldiers should be a top priority.
India's massive semiconductor push: Narendra Modi unveils Kaynes plant in Gujarat
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday inaugurated the Rs 3,300 crore semiconductor plant by Kaynes Technology at Sanand, Gujarat.
Amit Shah to join Suvendu Adhikari on Bhabanipur nomination day; BJP plans mega roadshow
Kolkata/IBNS: In a show of strength, Union Home Minister Amit Shah will lead a roadshow on Thursday in support of Bharatiya Janata Party’s Bhabanipur candidate Suvendu Adhikari ahead of the filing of his nomination.
Bengal SIR progress: 47 lakh of 60 lakh adjudicated cases disposed of, Supreme Court informed
New Delhi/IBNS: The Chief Justice of the Calcutta High Court has informed the Supreme Court of India that 47 lakh out of 60 lakh adjudicated cases under West Bengal’s Special Intensive Revision (SIR) have been disposed of till March 31, with the entire process expected to be completed by April 7, media reports said.
Shocking double death: Telangana techie couple ends lives in Bengaluru apartment
A young techie couple from Telangana has died by suicide at their home in Bengaluru in a shocking sequence of events, media reports said.
West Bengal Police arrest industrialist Pawan Ruia in cyber fraud case
The West Bengal Police’s Cyber Crime Wing has arrested industrialist Pawan Ruia, chairman of the Ruia Group, in connection with an alleged multi-crore cyber fraud operation, media reports said.
Indian Navy’s INS Trikand wraps up high-profile visit to Mozambique—Here’s why it matters
INS Trikand, a frontline guided missile frigate of the Indian Navy, concluded her port call at Maputo, Mozambique on March 29.
Big Boost to Indian Navy! ‘Sanshodhak’ delivered with advanced capabilities
Sanshodhak (Yard 3028), the last Survey Vessel (Large) ship steered by the Indian Navy’s Warship Design Bureau, being built at Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers Ltd (GRSE), Kolkata was delivered to the Indian Navy on March 30.
India signs Rs.1,950 crore defence deal—Game-changing radars to guard borders!
Strengthening India’s indigenous defence capabilities under Aatmanirbhar Bharat and Make-in-India, Ministry of Defence (MoD) has inked a major capital acquisition contract with Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) for the procurement of two Mountain Radars, including associated equipment and required infrastructure for the Indian Air Force, at a cost of around Rs 1,950 crore.
‘Unsubstantial allegations’: Calcutta HC dismisses plea on ECI’s officer transfers in Bengal
Kolkata/IBNS: The Calcutta High Court on Tuesday dismissed a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) challenging the Election Commission of India (ECI)’s large-scale transfer of IPS and IAS officers in West Bengal following the announcement of Assembly elections.
8 killed, several injured in crowd crush at Bihar temple in Nalanda
Patna/IBNS: At least eight devotees were killed and several others injured in a crowd crush at the Mata Sheetla Temple in Bihar’s Nalanda district on Tuesday, media reports said.
Tennis icon Leander Paes joins BJP ahead of Bengal polls
New Delhi/IBNS: Indian tennis icon Leander Paes joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Tuesday ahead of the upcoming West Bengal Assembly elections.
Amroha woman kills her husband, sleeps with his corpse after illicit affair
In a chilling case from Amroha, a woman, her lover, and his friend were arrested for the murder of her husband, media reports said.
'India has become free from Naxal violence’: Amit Shah makes bold claim ahead of deadline
Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday asserted that Maoist insurgency in India is on the verge of being completely eliminated, claiming that even its last stronghold, Bastar, is now firmly on the path of development.