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12 Apr

Mamata Banerjee Says Waqf (Amendment) Act Won’t Be Implemented in Bengal Amid Widespread Protests

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Kolkata, April 12, 2025 — West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Saturday declared that the state will not implement the Waqf (Amendment) Act, distancing her government from the central legislation amid ongoing violence in several districts.Addressing the unrest, Banerjee urged people across religions to maintain peace. “Do not engage in irreligious behavior in the name of religion. Every human life is precious,” she said on social media, condemning the riots as politically motivated.Violent protests flared up across Malda, Murshidabad, South 24 Parganas, and Hooghly districts on Friday. Police vans were torched, stones were thrown at security personnel, and roads…

12 Apr

Operation Chhatru: Army Eliminates Two More Pakistani Terrorists in Kishtwar, Recovers Heavy Arms

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Kishtwar (National Times): In a decisive move against cross-border terrorism, Indian security forces have taken down two more Pakistani terrorists in the Kishtwar district of Jammu and Kashmir, the Indian Army’s White Knight Corps confirmed on Saturday. This brings the total number of terrorists eliminated during Operation Chhatru to three. The anti-terror operation, now in its fourth consecutive day, has pushed forward relentlessly despite treacherous terrain and poor weather. Launching after a strategic intelligence-based search, the operation has uncovered not only militant hideouts but also significant weaponry, including an AK rifle and an M4 carbine, indicating the serious threat level…

11 Apr

PG Medical Duty During Char Dham Yatra to Count as DRP: NMC

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New Delhi, April 11, 2025 — The National Medical Commission (NMC) announced on Friday that voluntary participation of postgraduate medical students in providing healthcare during the Char Dham Yatra in Uttarakhand will be considered as part of their mandatory District Residency Programme (DRP).The DRP, introduced in 2021, requires PG students to serve three months in district health systems to gain practical experience. NMC chairman Dr. B.N. Gangadhar clarified that participation in the yatra-related duty is entirely voluntary and not an alternative imposed on students.The Char Dham Yatra — covering Yamunotri, Gangotri, Badrinath, and Kedarnath — begins April 30 and continues…

11 Apr

PM Modi Orders ‘Strictest Action’ After 19-Year-Old Woman Gangraped by 23 Men Over 6 Days

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Varanasi, April 11, 2025 — A horrifying case of gangrape involving 23 men and a 19-year-old woman has shaken the country, prompting Prime Minister Narendra Modi to personally intervene and demand the “strictest action” against the accused.According to police, the survivor was repeatedly raped at multiple locations between March 29 and April 4. Her ordeal came to light when she returned home and her family filed a complaint on April 6.Twelve men have been arrested so far: Raj Vishwakarma, Sameer, Ayush, Sohail, Danish, Anmol, Sajid, Zahir, Imran, Jaib, Aman, and Raj Khan. The case has been filed under several sections…

11 Apr

Gold Prices Touch Record Highs in India and Worldwide

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New Delhi (National Times): Gold prices surged to unprecedented levels on Friday, April 11, as global investors turned to the precious metal amid escalating economic tensions and geopolitical uncertainty. In India, 24-karat gold reached a historic high of Rs 93,390 per 10 grams. The price of 22-karat gold climbed to Rs 85,610, while 18-karat gold, commonly used in jewelry, was priced at Rs 70,050 per 10 grams, as per data from Goodreturns. On the global front, spot gold breached the $3,200-per-ounce mark for the first time ever, reaching $3,219.84. US gold futures moved even higher, trading at $3,237.50 per ounce.…

10 Apr

SC to Hear 10 Petitions Challenging Waqf (Amendment) Act on April 16

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New Delhi, April 10, 2025: The Supreme Court will on April 16 hear a batch of 10 petitions challenging the constitutional validity of the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025. The Act, which came into force on April 8, is facing stiff opposition from several political leaders, civil rights groups, and religious organisations.The petitions, listed as item No. 13 on the Supreme Court’s cause list, will be taken up by a Bench led by Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna, along with Justices Sanjay Kumar and KV Viswanathan.Among those who have moved the top court are AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi, Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind president Arshad…

10 Apr

Amit Shah Hails Gujarat as Future-Ready Industrial Powerhouse at Trade Expo 2025

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Ahmedabad, April 10, 2025: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday praised Gujarat’s industrial strength, calling it a pioneer in sectors poised to shape the global economy over the next 25 years. Virtually addressing the Gujarat Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s (GCCI) Annual Trade Expo 2025, Shah said the state’s leadership in industries of the future marks it as a key player on the world stage.Highlighting the pivotal role of micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), Shah called them India’s “greatest asset” in the industrial journey. He urged the GCCI to create a robust ecosystem that links traditional small-scale industries…

10 Apr

26/11 Mastermind Tahawwur Rana Extradited to India After Years of Legal Battle

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New Delhi, April 10, 2025: In a landmark development, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) has successfully extradited Tahawwur Hussain Rana, a key conspirator behind the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks, from the United States. The extradition comes after years of persistent diplomatic and legal efforts by Indian authorities.Rana, who had been held in US judicial custody, had fought his extradition through every available legal channel. His appeals in the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals and multiple petitions to the US Supreme Court were ultimately rejected, clearing the way for his transfer to India.The District Court for the Central District of California…

10 Apr

Delhi Airport to Begin Full-Body Scanner Trials in May 2025, Embraces High-Tech Security Upgrade

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA) is taking a significant step forward in enhancing passenger security by introducing full-body scanners as part of a high-tech upgrade. Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL) announced that trial runs for these advanced scanners will commence in May 2025, aligning with the latest safety protocols set by the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS). During the initial phase, four full-body scanners equipped with cutting-edge millimetre-wave technology will be installed which will include two units at Terminal 1 (T1) and another two at Terminal 3 (T3). These machines will undergo a comprehensive trial…

09 Apr

Disaster Management Amendment Act Comes into Force, Empowers NDMA and States

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New Delhi, April 9, 2025: The Disaster Management (Amendment) Act, 2025 officially came into effect on Wednesday, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) announced through a gazette notification.“In exercise of the powers conferred by sub-section (2) of section 1 of the Disaster Management (Amendment) Act, 2025 (10 of 2025), the Central Government hereby appoints the 9th day of April, 2025 as the date on which the provisions of the said Act shall come into force,” the notification stated.The law amends the Disaster Management Act of 2005, expanding the role of disaster authorities and giving statutory status to key committees such…