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Gangster Anmol Bishnoi Deported from US, Set to Arrive in India Within Hours

Gangster Anmol Bishnoi Deported from US, Set to Arrive in India Within Hours

New Delhi/Chandigarh, November 18, 2025 — Anmol Bishnoi, the brother of notorious gangster Lawrence Bishnoi, has been deported from the United States and is currently being brought back to India under the custody of Indian security officials.Zeeshan Siddiqui, son of Siddhiqui, confirmed to multiple media outlets, including NDTV, that he received an email from the US Department of Homeland Security informing him that Anmol was expelled from the country on November 18. The communication stated that US authorities had completed the deportation process and handed him over to Indian agencies.Senior security officials, speaking anonymously, said that the teams escorting Anmol…
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Jaishankar Calls for Zero-Tolerance on Terror at SCO Meet, Reaffirms India’s Right to Defend Its Citizens

Jaishankar Calls for Zero-Tolerance on Terror at SCO Meet, Reaffirms India’s Right to Defend Its Citizens

Moscow, November 18, 2025 — External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar delivered a forceful message at the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Council of Heads of Government meeting on Tuesday, asserting that terrorism cannot be justified, ignored or whitewashed in any form. He stressed that India retains the sovereign right to protect its citizens from such threats.Speaking in Moscow, Jaishankar reminded member states that the SCO was created to counter terrorism, separatism and extremism, and said these challenges have grown more severe over time. He urged nations to adopt an uncompromising stance against terror networks and their supporters.He said the global community…
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Delhi Airport Customs Seize 1.2 kg Gold Hidden in Machine Parts; Passenger Arrested

Delhi Airport Customs Seize 1.2 kg Gold Hidden in Machine Parts; Passenger Arrested

New Delhi, November 18, 2025 — Customs officials at Indira Gandhi International Airport intercepted and seized 1.2 kilograms of gold concealed within machine spare parts. A passenger arriving from Singapore on November 15 was arrested in connection with the discovery.During questioning, the suspect revealed that he is the CEO of a firm dealing with industrial machine parts and had come to pick up a 10.8 kg consignment at the airport’s courier terminal. He told officials that the cargo contained gold hidden inside the spare parts.Scanners had flagged suspicious images during the inspection of the package, prompting a detailed examination. Upon…
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Delhi Shrouded in ‘Very Poor’ Air, Four Areas Hit ‘Severe’ Pollution

Delhi Shrouded in ‘Very Poor’ Air, Four Areas Hit ‘Severe’ Pollution

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Delhi woke up to another day of unhealthy air on Tuesday, with the city recording an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 344, placing it firmly in the ‘very poor’ category, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). Among the 37 monitoring stations, Bawana (426), Jahangirpuri (418), Wazirpur (412), and Vivek Vihar (402) reported ‘severe’ pollution levels, indicating dangerous concentrations of particulate matter in the atmosphere. Residents in these areas are at heightened risk of respiratory and cardiovascular issues. Weather and pollution forecasts suggest that the capital will continue to experience poor air quality over the…
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Chandigarh Launches Unique Drive: Drumbeats at Doorsteps for Public Littering

Chandigarh Launches Unique Drive: Drumbeats at Doorsteps for Public Littering

National Times Bureau :- Chandigarh Municipal Corporation has rolled out an unusual yet impactful campaign to curb public littering. Starting today, anyone caught throwing garbage in public spaces will be confronted with a symbolic act of public awareness: officials will visit their homes with drumbeats, drawing attention to the violation before handing over a formal challan. The Corporation’s teams, after verification by area inspectors, will return the litter to the offenders and impose fines. Residents have also been urged to upload photos of littering incidents on the Municipal Corporation’s mobile app to strengthen community participation in maintaining cleanliness. On Monday…
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Election Commission Turns to AI in Bengal to Strengthen Voter Roll Scrutiny

Election Commission Turns to AI in Bengal to Strengthen Voter Roll Scrutiny

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): The Election Commission (EC) is introducing artificial intelligence tools to bolster its verification efforts during the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in West Bengal, senior officials said on Tuesday. The move is aimed at detecting duplicate, fake, or deceased voters more effectively at a time when complaints over misuse of voter photographs are on the rise. According to officials, the AI system will scan and compare voter images across the statewide database, flagging instances where the same photograph appears under multiple entries. Complaints involving the photographs of migrant workers—often used without consent—have prompted…
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Iran ends visa-free entry for Indians, new rules to take effect from November 22

Iran ends visa-free entry for Indians, new rules to take effect from November 22

National Times Bureau :- The Iranian government has announced that it will end visa-free entry for Indian citizens starting November 22. From that date, Indians must have a visa not only to enter Iran but also to use Iranian airports for transit. Following this change, India’s Ministry of External Affairs has issued new advisories warning travellers about risks such as kidnapping and job scams. "The Government of the Islamic Republic of Iran has accordingly suspended the visa waiver facility available to ordinary Indian passport holders visiting Iran with effect from 22 November 2025. This measure is intended to prevent further…
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ED raid Al-Falah University amid probe into Delhi blast case

ED raid Al-Falah University amid probe into Delhi blast case

National Times Bureau :- The Enforcement Directorate (ED) is raiding 25 locations in Delhi and Faridabad connected to the controversial Al-Falah University and people linked to it, as part of its investigation into the November 10 Red Fort blast. The agency has also filed a PMLA case over suspected financial wrongdoing at the university. Some of those involved in the Red Fort blast case — including bomber Dr. Umar un Nabi and others tied to the Jaish-e-Mohammad-linked Faridabad terror module — had worked at this university, along with its owners. The ED’s action follows two summonses issued by Delhi Police…
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Suicide bombing a misunderstood concept: Delhi bomber Umar Nabi’s chilling video, calls it ‘martyrdom operation’

Suicide bombing a misunderstood concept: Delhi bomber Umar Nabi’s chilling video, calls it ‘martyrdom operation’

National Times Bureau :- A disturbing video has surfaced showing Dr. Umar un Nabi — the man behind the recent Red Fort car blast that killed 15 people — talking about how suicide bombing is “misunderstood”.  Speaking calmly in clear English, he claims that what people call a “suicide bombing” is actually a “martyrdom operation”. His words give insight into how he thought, showing that he had become fully radicalised. "One of the very misunderstood concepts is the concept of what has been labelled as suicide bombing. It is a martyrdom operation... known in Islam. Now, there are multiple contradictions;…
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ED Conducts Raids on Multiple Al Falah University-Linked Properties in Delhi-NCR Over Alleged Financial Misconduct

ED Conducts Raids on Multiple Al Falah University-Linked Properties in Delhi-NCR Over Alleged Financial Misconduct

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): The Enforcement Directorate (ED) launched a significant early-morning operation on Tuesday, conducting raids across 25 locations connected to Al Falah University in the Delhi-NCR region. The search operation, which began at 5:15 AM, forms part of an ongoing investigation into possible financial irregularities and violations of money laundering laws, officials revealed. The targeted locations include properties tied to Al Falah University and its governing body, the Al Falah Trust. The raids are focused on unearthing links to shell companies, fraudulent financial activities, and other irregularities within the university’s administrative and financial structure. Sources indicate that the…
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