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Six Arrested in Amritsar Grenade Attack, Probe Points to ISI-Linked Network

Amritsar: The Punjab Police has detained six individuals in connection with a grenade explosion at a police station in Amritsar, with investigators indicating the involvement of a foreign-backed terror network. The blast took place late at night between March 29 and 30 at the Bhindi Saida police station. Although no casualties were reported, the incident…

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New Vande Bharat Sleeper to Slash Pune–Bengaluru Journey Time

Pune: Travellers between Pune and Bengaluru can expect a major reduction in journey duration as Indian Railways prepares to roll out a new Vande Bharat sleeper service on the Mumbai–Bengaluru corridor. The upcoming train is expected to bring down travel time on the Pune–Bengaluru stretch to nearly 13 hours, a significant improvement compared to existing…

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Nashik Court Remands ‘Godman’ Ashok Kharat to Judicial Custody in Fresh Sexual Assault Case

Nashik: A court in Nashik has ordered judicial custody for self-proclaimed godman Ashok Kharat in connection with another sexual assault case, adding to the series of serious allegations already under investigation. The order was passed after a Special Investigation Team (SIT) presented the accused before the court following the end of his police custody. The…

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Top Court to Assess Feasibility of Biometric, Facial Recognition for Voter Verification

New Delhi: The Supreme Court of India on Monday agreed to examine whether advanced technologies such as biometric identification and facial recognition can be incorporated into India’s electoral process to strengthen voter verification. A bench led by the Chief Justice took note of a public interest petition that calls for the adoption of modern authentication…

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Delhi Assembly Receives Bomb Threat Emails, Probe Launched Amid Political References

New Delhi: Security agencies were placed on high alert after the Delhi Legislative Assembly received two alarming emails warning of a possible explosive attack inside the premises. Officials confirmed that the threatening messages were sent to the Assembly Secretariat’s official email account as well as to the inbox of Speaker Vijender Gupta. Both emails carried…

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RBI Investigates Banks Over Handling of Rupee Arbitrage Unwinding

New Delhi: The Reserve Bank of India has initiated a detailed review of foreign exchange transactions carried out by major banks, amid suspicions that some institutions may not have fully complied with directives related to unwinding rupee arbitrage positions. According to sources familiar with the matter, the central bank is closely analysing how lenders exited…

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Diplomatic Tensions Rise as Lee Jae Myung’s Post Draws Sharp Reaction from Israel

Seoul: A social media post by Lee Jae Myung has triggered a diplomatic dispute with Israel, after he shared an older video and commented broadly on human suffering during conflicts. The controversy began when Lee referenced footage from 2024 that allegedly showed Israeli soldiers handling bodies during an operation in the occupied West Bank. In…

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‘A Voice That Lives Forever’: Salman Khan Leads Tributes for Asha Bhosle

Mumbai: The passing of legendary singer Asha Bhosle has triggered an outpouring of emotion across the film industry, with leading stars paying tribute to a voice that defined Indian music for decades. Among the first to express his grief was superstar Salman Khan, who shared a heartfelt message remembering the singer’s enduring legacy. Taking to…

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Mystery Deepens Around Influencer’s Death: Spotlight on Joe McCann After Ashlee Jenae Tragedy

The sudden death of US-based influencer Ashlee Jenae during a trip to Tanzania has sparked widespread concern and speculation, with attention now turning to her fiancé, Joe McCann. The 31-year-old, known for sharing lifestyle content and her “soft life” philosophy on social media, was found dead in her hotel room at the Serval Wildlife Resort,…

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Horror of Neglect: Two-Year-Old’s Death in Indiana Leads to Parents’ Arrest

Indiana: A deeply disturbing case of alleged child neglect has emerged after a two-year-old boy was found dead in conditions that authorities have described as severely unsafe and inhumane. The child, identified as Erik Reichard, was discovered unresponsive at his residence, prompting an investigation that has since led to the arrest of his parents. According…

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