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Fresh trouble for Sonam Wangchuk's HIAL as Ladakh orders school to halt classes

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.

ED attaches aircraft, properties linked to Anil Ambani; seizures cross Rs 23,100 crore

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.

Indian sailor killed as cargo ship comes under attack off Oman coast amid Middle East war

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.

From a Communist CM’s Home to Breaking Away from SFI: Buddhadeb Bhattacharya’s Son Suchetan Wins Hearts with Candid Interview

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.

Instagram post turns costly? Kolkata businessman's house robbed hours after wife flaunts gold necklace on social media

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

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

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.

‘We are a secular country’: Bombay HC pulls up BMC over Dia Mirza video, asks civic body to restore Diwali campaign

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.

'Yours is crooked, ours stands straight': Bageshwar Baba's Krishna-Ram remark sparks backlash; apologises

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

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

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

"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

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

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.

‘Right to protest cannot paralyse Delhi’: Traders' body seeks dedicated demonstration zones outside national capital

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.

India-EU trade deal in focus: Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agarwal holds high-level talks in Brussels

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).

Actor Imran Khan apologises to Bombay HC over SIR protest, vows not to join future demonstrations

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.

AAP jolted ahead of Punjab polls! Three rebel leaders, including two MLAs, join BJP

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.

Mamata out, Jyoti Basu stays: Ex-CM's name erased from Nandan plaque, Mithun Chakraborty reacts

Kolkata/IBNS: Former West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's name on a plaque outside Nandan has been covered with white paint ahead of the 32nd Kolkata International Film Festival (KIFF).

Holy Buddha relics return to India after 100 years, Arunachal Pradesh hosts grand exposition

The sacred Holy Relics of Shakyamuni Buddha, preserved at the National Museum in New Delhi, were ceremonially received by Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu in Tawang on Monday, marking the beginning of a major exposition showcasing India's rich Buddhist heritage.

Andhra school horror: Man who attacked two girls with chainsaw shot at during escape bid

A 21-year-old man accused of attacking two girls inside a school classroom with a chainsaw in Andhra Pradesh's Anantapur district was shot by police on Sunday after allegedly attempting to escape custody.

Reliance Foundation to build 100-acre ‘Nita Mukesh Ambani Anant Ashray’ for orphans, senior citizens and persons with disabilities

Reliance Foundation to build 100-acre ‘Nita Mukesh Ambani Anant Ashray’ for orphans, senior citizens and persons with disabilities

CBI extradites Mahadev Betting App promoter Sourabh Chandrakar from Oman. All details here

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has secured the extradition of Sourabh Chandrakar, the alleged mastermind of the ₹6,000-crore Mahadev online betting syndicate, from Oman.

Gyanesh Kumar will go to jail, says Rahul Gandhi's at INDIA bloc rally

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Sunday launched a sharp attack on Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar during an INDIA bloc rally at Ramlila Maidan in New Delhi, warning that he would be removed from office and eventually sent to jail.

Mega political showdown In Delhi: Rahul Gandhi-led INDIA bloc rally targets EC

Several key Opposition leaders, including Congress MP Rahul Gandhi and Trinamool Congress (TMC) supremo Mamata Banerjee, joined a massive rally at Ramlila Maidan in New Delhi on Sunday, targeting the Election Commission over alleged irregularities in electoral rolls.

‘Love’ obsession turns brutal: Man storms Andhra school with chainsaw, attacks 2 girls

A 21-year-old man, who attacked two girls inside a school classroom in Andhra Pradesh's Anantapur district on Saturday with a chainsaw, had allegedly been harassing one of the victims in the name of ‘love’ for some time.

INDIA bloc, BJP to hold rival marches in Delhi today; 10,000 security personnel deployed

Delhi is set for a day of political confrontation as the Opposition INDIA bloc and the BJP prepare to hold rival marches in the national capital, with both sides targeting the Congress and the Election Commission over separate issues.

Delhi's winter pollution war: Non-BS6 vehicles banned, 50% WFH from November 1

Delhi-NCR is gearing up for a stricter winter pollution-control regime, with authorities introducing a series of measures to curb rising air pollution and tackle the annual smog crisis.

Modi says Naxalism has ended, warns 'dimagi Naxals' still pose a threat

Ekta Nagar/Gujarat: Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Saturday that Naxalism had been broken in India but warned that so-called "dimagi Naxals" still pose a threat and that the country must stay vigilant.

INDIA bloc holds mock public impeachment of Gyanesh Kumar as BJP jabs Rahul Gandhi

New Delhi/IBNS: The Congress-led INDIA bloc on Saturday began a symbolic “public impeachment” of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar at Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge’s residence in New Delhi, accusing the Election Commission of facilitating alleged electoral irregularities and undermining the democratic process.