Skipped one rally, suspended! Youth Congress cracks down on over 180 members over INDIA bloc event
Nov 05, 2026, at 04:00 pm
New Delhi/IBNS: The Indian Youth Congress has suspended more than 180 of its members for allegedly skipping the INDIA bloc rally at Ramlila Maidan in the national capital, triggering resentment among several party workers, NDTV reported.
'Debate in Parliament': Amit Shah challenges Rahul Gandhi after PM Modi dare
Nov 05, 2026, at 02:34 pm
Karnal (Haryana)/IBNS: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday challenged Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi to hold a debate in Parliament after the Congress leader dared Prime Minister Narendra Modi to participate in an open discussion, media reports said.
Delhi horror: Building collapses in Chawri Bazaar, 2 dead, several feared trapped
Nov 05, 2026, at 12:11 pm
New Delhi/IBNS: Two people were killed and several others are feared trapped after a three-storey under-construction building collapsed in Old Delhi's Chawri Bazaar on Thursday morning, media reports said.
'Supriya is ready to take care of country': PM Modi's call to Sharad Pawar sparks political buzz
Nov 04, 2026, at 11:36 pm
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's reported telephone conversation with veteran Nationalist Congress Party (NCP-SP) leader Sharad Pawar has triggered fresh political speculation in Maharashtra, with particular attention on the future of the two NCP factions and the possible role of Pawar's daughter, Supriya Sule, in national politics.
Congress youth wing suspends 80 leaders over Ramlila Maidan rally absence; number may hit 500
Nov 04, 2026, at 09:41 pm
The Indian Youth Congress (IYC) has suspended more than 80 office-bearers across several states for skipping the INDIA bloc's rally at Delhi's Ramlila Maidan on November 1, with the number of those facing disciplinary action potentially rising to 500, media reports said.
‘Mann smelled of alcohol in Parliament by 11 am’: Rahul Gandhi attacks AAP over Punjab’s drug crisis
Nov 04, 2026, at 07:44 pm
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi launched a sharp attack on Punjab’s ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on Wednesday, accusing Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann of failing to tackle the state’s drug problem and alleging that he smelled of alcohol in Parliament by 11 am.
Iran allows Indian ships free passage through Strait of Hormuz amid regional tensions
Nov 04, 2026, at 06:35 pm
Iran has exempted ships from India, China, Iraq and Qatar from restrictions on passage through the strategically important Strait of Hormuz, potentially easing maritime movement for these countries amid the continuing regional conflict.
MARG 2026: Gadkari calls for integrated transport planning
Nov 04, 2026, at 06:35 pm
Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari has stressed the need for integrated planning among road, metro and railway agencies to ensure better utilisation of scarce urban land and public resources.
Owaisi hails Abdul El-Sayed’s US Senate victory, says next ‘Abdul’ will win in UP
Nov 04, 2026, at 06:14 pm
A Muslim candidate’s historic victory in the United States Senate has given AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi fresh ammunition to push his campaign for independent Muslim political leadership in Uttar Pradesh, where Assembly elections are due in 2027.
AI, 59 surveys and economic census: Inside Indian Cabinet's Rs 4,371 crore VISTAR plan
Nov 04, 2026, at 05:31 pm
The Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved the ‘Viksit Bharat Initiative for Statistical Transformation, Analytics & Research’ (VISTAR) Scheme, aimed at establishing a dynamic, real-time and future-ready official statistical architecture in the country.
CDS announces two-year service extension for Agniveer scheme
Nov 04, 2026, at 03:25 pm
New Delhi/IBNS: The Centre has extended the service period of Agniveers by two years, potentially increasing their tenure under the Agnipath scheme from four to six years, Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General NS Raja Subramani announced on Wednesday.
Muslim cleric issues 'fatwa' against Omar Abdullah-Nidhi Razdan marriage
Nov 04, 2026, at 10:03 am
A senior Muslim cleric has issued a fatwa (Islamic decree) declaring the marriage between Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and journalist Nidhi Razdan ‘invalid’ under Islamic law.
ED attaches aircraft, properties linked to Anil Ambani; seizures cross Rs 23,100 crore
Nov 04, 2026, at 12:16 am
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has attached several movable and immovable assets linked to industrialist Anil Ambani and companies belonging to his Reliance Group in connection with multiple bank fraud investigations.
Fresh trouble for Sonam Wangchuk's HIAL as Ladakh orders school to halt classes
Nov 03, 2026, at 11:40 pm
Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk's Himalayan Institute of Alternatives, Ladakh (HIAL), has landed in fresh trouble after the Ladakh administration directed a school operating under its ecosystem to stop classes and other activities, alleging that it had begun functioning without the necessary permissions.
Indian sailor killed as cargo ship comes under attack off Oman coast amid Middle East war
Nov 03, 2026, at 09:48 pm
An Indian sailor was killed after a cargo vessel carrying 14 Indian crew members came under attack off the coast of Oman amid the escalating Middle East conflict.
Nov 03, 2026, at 06:18 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: During his father, former West Bengal Chief Minister Buddhadeb Bhattacharjee's final journey from Alimuddin Street in August 2024, Suchetan Bhattacharya moved through flashing cameras and dense crowds like an ordinary citizen, far removed from the conventional glamour and privilege often associated with the family of a prominent political leader.
Nov 03, 2026, at 03:04 pm
Robbers broke into the Garia residence of a Kolkata-based businessman and stole cash, jewellery and three bottles of imported liquor worth a total of Rs 9 lakh, hours after his wife shared an Instagram post showing a necklace valued at Rs 5 lakh.
‘No one can occupy a protest site indefinitely’: Supreme Court seeks time limits on demonstrations
Nov 03, 2026, at 02:39 pm
Delhi/IBNS: The Supreme Court on Tuesday said no one could occupy a designated protest site indefinitely, stressing that even locations officially earmarked for demonstrations should have a fixed time limit.
India-US military drill focuses on disaster response, cyber and space operations
Nov 03, 2026, at 02:10 pm
US Pacific Fleet Vice Commander Rear Admiral Joaquin Martinez de Pinillos said Exercise Tiger Triumph 2026 reflects the growing strength, sophistication and depth of the India-US defence partnership.
Nov 03, 2026, at 01:40 pm
Mumbai/IBNS: The Bombay High Court on Tuesday directed the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) to re-upload actor Dia Mirza's pollution-free Diwali awareness video, expressing strong displeasure over its removal and emphasising the secular fabric of the country, media reports said.
Nov 03, 2026, at 12:02 pm
Months after his advocacy of a vegetarian diet during Durga Puja in Kolkata triggered a major controversy, Bageshwar Dham chief priest Dhirendra Krishna Shastri has courted another row over remarks comparing Lord Krishna with Lord Ram.
Indian Navy frees 20 crew members from hijacked vessel off Somalia
Nov 03, 2026, at 09:50 am
In a swift and well-coordinated operation spanning more than 48 hours, the Indian Navy successfully rescued a fishing vessel, Azini, from armed pirates, securing the safe release of all 20 crew members without any casualties or injuries.
Massive fire at HPCL refinery in Visakhapatnam after explosion sounds; thick smoke engulfs area
Nov 03, 2026, at 12:23 am
A massive fire broke out at the Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) refinery in Visakhapatnam following reports of explosion sounds at the facility, sending thick plumes of smoke into the sky and raising concerns among residents in surrounding areas.
'Don't travel by air': Supreme Court's 4-word reply to plea against Diwali airfare surge
Nov 02, 2026, at 11:48 pm
"Don't travel by air." These four words from the Supreme Court were enough to dismiss an urgent request for an early hearing on a public interest litigation (PIL) challenging the steep surge in domestic airfares during the Diwali festive season.
India to build eight next-generation Corvettes for Navy under major defence contracts
Nov 02, 2026, at 10:00 pm
India will construct eight next-generation corvettes (NGCs) for the Indian Navy, marking a significant milestone in the country's indigenous warship design and construction capabilities.
Pro-Kannada groups storm Bengaluru IT parks, demand more jobs for locals
Nov 02, 2026, at 09:35 pm
Pro-Kannada activists have stepped up their campaign for greater employment opportunities for Kannadigas, visiting IT parks and private companies across Bengaluru and demanding more representation for local candidates in the state's corporate workforce.
Actor Imran Khan apologises to Bombay HC over SIR protest, vows not to join future demonstrations
Nov 02, 2026, at 06:49 pm
Mumbai/IBNS: Actor Imran Khan has tendered an unconditional apology to the Bombay High Court for his participation in a protest against the Election Commission’s Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, promising not to take part in similar demonstrations in the future.
India-EU trade deal in focus: Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agarwal holds high-level talks in Brussels
Nov 02, 2026, at 06:39 pm
Indian Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal held a series of high-level meetings with European Commission officials and industry representatives in Brussels to discuss ways to strengthen the comprehensive economic and strategic partnership between India and the European Union (EU).
Nov 02, 2026, at 06:26 pm
New Delhi/IBNS: The Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT) has urged Delhi Lieutenant Governor Taranjit Singh Sandhu to notify designated protest and demonstration sites on the outskirts of the national capital, arguing that repeated political gatherings and demonstrations in busy parts of the city are disrupting trade, livelihoods and everyday activities.
AAP jolted ahead of Punjab polls! Three rebel leaders, including two MLAs, join BJP
Nov 02, 2026, at 12:46 pm
Chandigarh/IBNS: In a further setback to the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) ahead of the 2027 Punjab Assembly elections, three of its rebel leaders, including two sitting MLAs, joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Monday, media reports said.