‘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.
Mamata out, Jyoti Basu stays: Ex-CM's name erased from Nandan plaque, Mithun Chakraborty reacts
Nov 02, 2026, at 11:59 am
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
Nov 02, 2026, at 10:10 am
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
Nov 01, 2026, at 10:48 pm
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.
CBI extradites Mahadev Betting App promoter Sourabh Chandrakar from Oman. All details here
Nov 01, 2026, at 08:27 pm
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
Nov 01, 2026, at 05:54 pm
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
Nov 01, 2026, at 03:06 pm
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
Nov 01, 2026, at 01:00 pm
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
Nov 01, 2026, at 11:27 am
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
Nov 01, 2026, at 09:55 am
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
Nov 01, 2026, at 01:14 am
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.
Omar Abdullah shares wedding pictures with Nidhi Razdan, says 'a new journey began'
Oct 31, 2026, at 05:58 pm
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has married television journalist Nidhi Razdan, announcing the news on social media on Saturday.
INDIA bloc holds mock public impeachment of Gyanesh Kumar as BJP jabs Rahul Gandhi
Oct 31, 2026, at 05:48 pm
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.
Oct 31, 2026, at 04:37 pm
The inaugural BIMSTEC Maritime Security Exercise, being conducted from October 30 to November 3, marks a significant milestone in strengthening maritime cooperation among member states.
Chainsaw-wielding man storms Andhra school, attacks Class 10 girl during lesson
Oct 31, 2026, at 04:01 pm
A Class 10 student was critically injured after a man allegedly attacked her with a chainsaw inside a classroom at a school in Andhra Pradesh's Anantapur district.
Two injured as two cars collide head-on on Maa Flyover in Kolkata
Oct 31, 2026, at 03:52 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Two people sustained serious injuries after two cars collided head-on on Kolkata’s Maa Flyover near Topsia on Saturday morning.
Ajay Devgn challenges FDA notice in Vimal ad row; Tukaram Mundhe says proceedings complete
Oct 31, 2026, at 03:28 pm
Mumbai/IBNS: Bollywood actor Ajay Devgn has approached the Bombay High Court challenging a show-cause notice issued to him by the Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) over his appearance in advertisements for 'Vimal Elaichi', media reports said.
Luxury hotel pool turns fatal: Two foreign nationals die in suspected electrocution
Oct 31, 2026, at 02:08 pm
Bengaluru/IBNS: Two foreign nationals died and two others, including a pool attendant, were injured after they were allegedly electrocuted at the swimming pool of a five-star hotel in Bengaluru, media reports said.