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Mumbai Traffic Row Girish Mahajan Says Woman Should Have Expressed Anger Differently After Viral Confrontation

Mumbai- A day after a video showing a woman confronting BJP leader Girish Mahajan over traffic congestion went viral, the minister responded, saying her protest could have been handled in a more appropriate way. The incident unfolded in Mumbai’s Worli area during a political march linked to the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam. The rally led…

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Toxic Waste Triggers Mass Fish Deaths in Najafgarh Drain Sparks Alarm Over Yamuna Pollution

New Delhi- Thousands of dead fish have been found floating in the Najafgarh drain near the Dhansa regulator over the past few days, raising serious environmental concerns about rising pollution levels in the capital’s water bodies. Environmental activists have attributed the массов mortality to a toxic mix of untreated domestic sewage and industrial effluents entering…

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Beijing-Delhi Direct Flights Resume Signaling Thaw in India China Relations

New Delhi- Direct air travel between India and China has received a significant boost with Air China resuming its Beijing-Delhi service, marking a gradual restoration of connectivity between the two nations after years of disruption. The Beijing to Delhi route is set to operate three times a week, with flights scheduled on Tuesdays, Fridays, and…

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Lumbini Emerges as Soft Power Bridge Strengthening India Nepal Ties in Changing Geopolitics

New Delhi- In an era where global influence is increasingly shaped by cultural and ideological appeal, the development of Lumbini is being seen as a key opportunity to strengthen ties between India and Nepal. The birthplace of Gautama Buddha holds immense religious and diplomatic significance, positioning it as a central pillar of soft power collaboration…

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Achappa’s Album Premieres in Kochi Showcasing NFDC Vision for Regional Cinema

Kochi, April 22, 2026: The Malayalam film Achappa’s Album was unveiled at a grand premiere in Kochi, highlighting the National Film Development Corporation’s continued focus on promoting diverse and meaningful storytelling in Indian cinema. The event, held ahead of the film’s theatrical release later this week, brought together key figures from the film fraternity along…

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Ghaziabad Encounter Ends in Death of Rape-Murder Accused as Family Refuses to Claim Body

Ghaziabad- A 55-year-old man accused of raping and killing his four-year-old niece was shot dead in a police encounter in Ghaziabad, with his family later refusing to claim the body. The accused, identified as Jasim, had been on the run after the child’s body was recovered from a car in the Shalimar Garden area. According…

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Kedarnath Temple Doors Open for Devotees as Char Dham Yatra Gains Momentum

Uttarakhand: The sacred portals of Kedarnath Temple were opened to devotees on Wednesday with traditional rituals and Vedic chants, marking a key milestone in this year’s Char Dham Yatra. The ceremony was attended by Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami along with a large number of devotees. The temple gates were opened in the morning…

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Health Ministry Reviews Blood Services Nationwide Focus on Safe Access for All

New Delhi, April 22, 2026: The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare conducted a nationwide review meeting with States and Union Territories to assess the preparedness and performance of blood banks and transfusion services, setting an ambitious target to ensure universal access to safe blood across the country by December 2026. The virtual meeting was led…

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Bombay High Court Clears Four in 2006 Malegaon Blast Case Deals Major Legal Setback to Prosecution

Mumbai:In a significant development in the 2006 Malegaon blasts case, the Bombay High Court on Wednesday discharged four accused and set aside a special court order that had framed charges against them. The ruling came as a major relief for the accused and marks an important turn in the long-running investigation into the deadly explosions.…

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Haryana Cabinet Clears Clerical Services Bill Boosts Promotion Quota for Group D Staff

Haryana: The Haryana Cabinet on Wednesday approved the draft of the Haryana Clerical Services Recruitment and Conditions of Service Bill, 2026, paving the way for its introduction in a special one-day session of the state Assembly scheduled for April 27. The decision was taken in a meeting chaired by Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, who…

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