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Rahul Gandhi calls on family of Haryana IPS officer Y Puran Kumar, seeks justice over alleged caste bias, harassment
14 Oct

Rahul Gandhi calls on family of Haryana IPS officer Y Puran Kumar, seeks justice over alleged caste bias, harassment

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryana, India, , ,
National Times Bureau :- Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday met the grieving family of Haryana IPS officer Y Puran Kumar, who allegedly died by suicide on October 7. Rahul Gandhi arrived in Sector 24, Chandigarh, around 11.08 am, shortly after landing at the airport, to offer condolences to the officer’s family. He was accompanied by former Haryana Chief Minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda, Haryana Pradesh Congress Committee (HPCC) president Rao Narender Singh, Rajya Sabha MP Deepender Hooda, and Congress MLA Varun Chaudhary. Rahul Gandhi’s visit comes amid mounting political pressure on the Haryana government, as opposition parties intensify their attack…
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Amritsar-Kabul direct flights to resume soon, says Afghan minister Amir Khan Muttaqi
14 Oct

Amritsar-Kabul direct flights to resume soon, says Afghan minister Amir Khan Muttaqi

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, , ,
National Times Bureau :- The direct flights between Amritsar and Kabul are all set to resume soon, announced Afghanistan's foreign minister Amir Khan Muttaqi on Monday.  The announcement came during his interaction with Indian industry leaders at FICCI, New Delhi, which was chaired by Rajya Sabha member Vikramjit Singh Sahney, who is also a member of the parliamentary standing committee of commerce and consultative committee of external affairs. The development has sparked hope for revival of economic and cultural ties between the two nations, long marred by geopolitical shifts.  According to AAP MP Vikramjit Singh Sahney, it is a historic…
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Punjabi rapper Param becomes first Indian female artist to top Spotify’s global viral 50 chart with ‘That Girl’
14 Oct

Punjabi rapper Param becomes first Indian female artist to top Spotify’s global viral 50 chart with ‘That Girl’

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsEntertainment, India, Punjab, Trending, , , , ,
National Times Bureau :- In a groundbreaking moment for Indian music, 19-year-old Punjabi rapper Param has made history by becoming the first Indian female artist to reach the #1 spot on Spotify’s Global Viral 50 chart. Her debut single, “That Girl,” soared to the top position just two weeks after its release in September, marking an extraordinary breakthrough for the young artist from Duneka village in Moga, Punjab. Produced by Manni Sandhu and released under Collab Creations, the energetic track has captured global attention, currently trending at #1 in India, Canada, and the UK. The song’s catchy rhythm, relatable lyrics,…
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Two Militants Shot Dead as Army Foils Infiltration Bid in North Kashmir’s Kupwara
14 Oct

Two Militants Shot Dead as Army Foils Infiltration Bid in North Kashmir’s Kupwara

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, Trending
Kupwara (Rajeev Sharma): Security forces in Jammu and Kashmir successfully prevented an infiltration attempt along the Line of Control (LoC) in Kupwara district late Monday night, killing two armed militants in a brief but intense encounter, officials confirmed on Tuesday. According to sources, the operation took place in the Machhal sector, a rugged terrain often targeted by infiltrators attempting to cross from Pakistan-occupied territory. The Army said the operation was initiated after receiving credible intelligence inputs from the Jammu and Kashmir Police regarding suspicious movements near the LoC. “Acting on specific information, Army troops and J&K Police launched a joint…
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Uttarakhand Cabinet Approves Eight Major Proposals, Announces Special Session for Silver Jubilee
13 Oct

Uttarakhand Cabinet Approves Eight Major Proposals, Announces Special Session for Silver Jubilee

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, , ,
Dehradun, October 13, 2025: The Uttarakhand Cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, held a crucial meeting at the Secretariat on Monday morning. The meeting, which lasted for over three hours, resulted in the approval of nearly eight key proposals impacting governance, development, and welfare across the state.One of the major decisions taken was the amendment of the Uttarakhand Women and Child Development Subordinate Supervisor Service Rules, 2021. The state government also approved the upgradation of all mini Anganwadi centres to full-fledged Anganwadi centres in line with the guidelines of the Government of India.In an important relief for residents…
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Two More Arrested in Durgapur Gang-Rape Incident; Probe Intensifies
13 Oct

Two More Arrested in Durgapur Gang-Rape Incident; Probe Intensifies

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, , ,
Durgapur, West Bengal, October 13, 2025 — Police have arrested two additional suspects in connection with the alleged gang-rape of a 23-year-old medical student in Durgapur, bringing the total number of accused to five. The arrests were confirmed by Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Abhisekh Gupta of the Asansol-Durgapur Police Commissionerate.According to officials, all five suspects were apprehended based on the survivor’s complaint. The incident took place on Friday night when the second-year student of a private medical college stepped out with a male friend for dinner. The survivor, who hails from Jaleswar in Odisha’s Balasore district, was reportedly surrounded…
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Lalu Yadav, Tejasvi Yadav and Rabri Devi to face charges in IRCTC scam, major setback ahead of Bihar elections
13 Oct

Lalu Yadav, Tejasvi Yadav and Rabri Devi to face charges in IRCTC scam, major setback ahead of Bihar elections

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, , , ,
National Time Bureau :- In a major blow to RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav, a Delhi court on Monday ordered the framing of charges against him, his wife and former Bihar Chief Minister Rabri Devi, and their son Tejashwi Yadav in connection with the IRCTC scam case. The court’s order, issued just weeks before the Bihar Assembly elections, stated that Lalu Yadav had “engaged in conspiracy” and “misused his position” as a public servant. The chargesheet alleged that he received nearly three acres of prime land in Patna through a benami company. According to the court, the 77-year-old leader is…
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Karur stampede: Supreme Court orders CBI probe, retired apex court judge to monitor probe
13 Oct

Karur stampede: Supreme Court orders CBI probe, retired apex court judge to monitor probe

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia,
National Times Bureau :- The Supreme Court has ordered an investigation by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) into the Karur stampede, which claimed 41 lives. The incident unfolded on September 27, during the rally of actor Vijay's political party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam(TVK).  A bench comprising Justice JK Maheshwari and Justice NV Anjaria while pronouncing the order said that the incident shook the entire nation and deserves a fair and impartial investigation. "The issues have a bearing on the fundamental rights of the citizens and the incident which has shaken the national conscience, deserves a fair and impartial investigation," the…
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India Introduces Digital Disembarkation Card for Foreign Visitors
13 Oct

India Introduces Digital Disembarkation Card for Foreign Visitors

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, India, Trending
Toronto/New Delhi (Rajeev / Gurpreet): The Government of India has announced the introduction of a digital Disembarkation Card for all foreign nationals, including Overseas Citizens of India (OCI), visiting the country. This move aims to modernize travel processes, and foreign visitors must now complete their Disembarkation Card digitally prior to arrival. The digital Disembarkation Card can be completed online via https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/earrival or through the "Indian Visa Su-Swagatam" mobile application. Travelers are required to submit the form up to 72 hours prior to their arrival in India. The physical form will remain temporarily in use for up to six months or…
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Afghan FM Amir Khan Muttaqi Clarifies No Intent to Exclude Women Journalists During Press Interaction in New Delhi
12 Oct

Afghan FM Amir Khan Muttaqi Clarifies No Intent to Exclude Women Journalists During Press Interaction in New Delhi

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, World News, , , ,
New Delhi, October 12, 2025: Afghan Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi addressed the controversy over the absence of women journalists at his media interaction on Friday, saying the exclusion was unintentional and the result of technical issues. Speaking at a second press conference in New Delhi attended by several women journalists, Muttaqi emphasized that there was no deliberate attempt to violate anyone’s rights.“Regarding the previous press conference, it was organized on short notice. A small list of journalists was finalized. It was more of a technical issue,” Muttaqi explained. “Our colleagues had decided to send invitations to specific journalists and…
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