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29 Jul

Delhi Police Ask X to Remove Allegedly Defamatory Content, Seek User Details for Investigation

nishuthapar10 CommentsIndia, TrendingDelhi Police

New Delhi: Delhi Police have formally approached social media platform X (formerly Twitter), requesting the removal of a post alleged to contain defamatory and objectionable remarks directed at constitutional authorities. The move is part of an ongoing investigation into the circulation of content on the platform. In its communication to the company, the police asked for the immediate deletion or blocking of the post or video in question, stating that the material was allegedly malicious and defamatory in nature. Investigators have also sought the identity of the account holder responsible for uploading the content. The request includes details such as…

29 Jul

Monsoon to Stay Active in Himachal; IMD Issues Rain Alerts, Advises Public to Avoid Rivers and Landslide-Prone Areas

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, TrendingHimachal

Shimla (Rajeev Sharma): Himachal Pradesh is expected to witness another spell of widespread monsoon activity over the coming days, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasting heavy rainfall across several districts. Orange and Yellow alerts have been issued, while residents and tourists have been advised to remain cautious as the risk of flash floods and landslides persists.According to the weather department, Sirmaur district will remain under an Orange Alert on Wednesday due to the possibility of very heavy rainfall. A Yellow Alert has also been sounded for Chamba, Kullu, Solan, and Shimla, where moderate to heavy showers are likely.The forecast…

29 Jul

Heavy Rain Alert Prompts Closure of Schools, Colleges in Himachal’s Nahan Subdivision

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, TrendingHimachal

Nahan (Rajeev Sharma): With the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasting intense rainfall across parts of Himachal Pradesh, the district administration has announced the closure of all educational institutions in the Nahan subdivision of Sirmaur district on Wednesday as a precautionary measure. The Meteorological Centre in Shimla has placed Sirmaur under an Orange Alert, warning of heavy to extremely heavy rain, thunderstorms, lightning, and the possibility of flash floods and landslides. Officials said the weather conditions could pose risks to public safety and disrupt transportation. Acting on the forecast, Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) Rajiv Sankhyan issued an order directing all government and…

28 Jul

Mohali Court Issues Non-Bailable Warrant Against Pakistan-Based Shahzad Bhatti; NIA Moves Closer to Interpol Action

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, TrendingShahzad Bhatti

Mohali (Rajeev Sharma): The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has taken a significant step in its investigation against Pakistan-based terror accused Shahzad Bhatti, with a special NIA court in Mohali issuing an open-ended non-bailable warrant (NBW) in connection with the grenade attack on the residence of Jalandhar-based social media influencer Navdeep Singh, popularly known as Roger Sandhu. The court noted that Bhatti has remained absconding despite the ongoing investigation and ruled that issuing summons or a bailable warrant would not be sufficient to secure his appearance. Considering the seriousness of the allegations, the court approved the issuance of a non-bailable warrant…

28 Jul

IMD Warns of Intense Monsoon Spell in Himachal; Heavy Rain Alert Till August 2

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, TrendingHimachal

Shimla (Rajeev Sharma): Himachal Pradesh is likely to witness another prolonged spell of monsoon activity, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasting widespread rainfall across the state until August 2. The weather agency has issued Orange and Yellow alerts for several districts, warning of heavy showers, flash floods and landslides over the coming days. An Orange Alert has been sounded for Sirmaur and Bilaspur on Tuesday, while Shimla, Mandi and Solan have been placed under a Yellow Alert. The IMD has also cautioned that low-lying areas in Mandi, Shimla, Solan and Sirmaur could face flash flood-like situations if rainfall intensifies.…

28 Jul

Flash Flood Leaves Trail of Destruction in Himachal’s Chamba; Houses Flooded, Several Vehicles Buried

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, TrendingChamba

Chamba (Rajeev Sharma): A cloudburst-like spell of heavy rain triggered a flash flood in Himachal Pradesh's Chamba district late Monday night, causing widespread damage in the Sarol area. The sudden surge of water, mixed with mud and debris, inundated residential neighbourhoods, forcing families to flee their homes as panic gripped the locality. The floodwaters carried large quantities of silt, stones and rubble into several houses, damaging property and leaving residents struggling to salvage their belongings. In one severely affected house, an entire floor was reportedly buried under thick layers of debris. Around ten vehicles parked in the area were also…

28 Jul

China Expands J-20 Presence Near India, Satellite Images Highlight Growing Air Power: Report

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, Trending, World NewsChina

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Fresh satellite imagery has reportedly revealed an increased deployment of China's advanced J-20 stealth fighter jets at military airbases located close to India's northern frontier, signalling a continued strengthening of Beijing's aerial capabilities in the region. According to an NDTV report, at least 11 J-20 aircraft were spotted at two strategically located airbases during late June and early July. The report, based on satellite images provided by geospatial intelligence firm Vantor, states that seven J-20 stealth fighters were observed at Hotan Air Base in Xinjiang on July 9. The installation is situated relatively close to India's…

27 Jul

Number of High-Income Taxpayers Reporting ₹100 Crore or More Surges Four-Fold Over Five Years

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsBusiness, India

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): The Parliament was informed on Monday that up to 576 individuals reported a gross total income of ₹100 crore or more in their income tax returns for the 2025-26 assessment year. This figure reflects a four-fold increase over the past five years, up from 142 individuals recorded in AY 2021-22. The details were provided in the Lok Sabha by Minister of State for Finance Pankaj Chaudhary in response to queries regarding the rising number of high-net-worth individuals in the country. In a written response, Chaudhary clarified that neither the Income-tax Act of 2025 nor the erstwhile…

27 Jul

NEET Re-Exam Candidate Dies by Suicide in Ahilyanagar, Investigation Underway

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Ahilyanagar (Rajeev Sharma): A NEET aspirant from Maharashtra's Ahilyanagar district allegedly died by suicide shortly after the declaration of the NEET re-examination results, police said on Monday. The incident has once again drawn attention to the immense pressure faced by students preparing for competitive entrance examinations. The deceased, Ankita Sangale, was a resident of Jalalpur village in Karjat. According to the Maharashtra Police, she had scored 166 marks in the NEET re-examination. Police officials said the incident came to light on Sunday, following which a team from the Karjat Police Station reached the spot and initiated legal proceedings. The body…

27 Jul

From Addressing Nation Via TV to Making Instagram Reels, Jantar Mantar Shifted Govt’s Mindset From Tradition to Modern

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, TrendingPM Narendra Modi

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): The student-led movement over the alleged NEET-UG paper leak has emerged as more than just a campaign for examination reforms. Beyond the policy changes and political developments it triggered, the protest appears to have influenced the way the Union government is communicating with India's youngest generation. The agitation at Delhi's Jantar Mantar, driven largely by Gen Z students, culminated in a series of significant decisions, including the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, the announcement of tougher anti-paper leak measures, and the formation of a high-level committee to recommend reforms in the country's examination system.…