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Tamil Nadu Court Awards Death Penalty to 9 Policemen in Sathankulam Custodial Death Case
07 Apr

Tamil Nadu Court Awards Death Penalty to 9 Policemen in Sathankulam Custodial Death Case

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Chennai (Gurpreet Singh): A district court in Madurai has sentenced nine police personnel to death in the high-profile custodial death case of a father and son that had sparked nationwide outrage in 2020.The case relates to the deaths of P. Jayaraj and his son J. Bennix, who were allegedly tortured in custody at the Sathankulam Police Station in Thoothukudi district. The incident occurred on June 19, 2020, during the COVID-19 lockdown when the two were arrested for reportedly keeping their mobile shop open beyond permitted hours.According to the prosecution, the victims were subjected to brutal custodial torture before being sent…
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Supreme Court Defers Hearing on CBI Plea Against Sengar Bail in Unnao Rape Case
07 Apr

Supreme Court Defers Hearing on CBI Plea Against Sengar Bail in Unnao Rape Case

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New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): The Supreme Court of India on Monday postponed to the first week of May the hearing on a plea filed by the Central Bureau of Investigation challenging the suspension of life imprisonment of former BJP MLA Kuldeep Singh Sengar in the 2017 Unnao rape case.A bench comprising Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi said the matter would be taken up after the conclusion of hearings by a nine-judge bench on the Sabarimala review proceedings.During the hearing, senior advocate Mukul Rohatgi, appearing for Sengar, raised concerns over delays in a related case pending before the…
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Car Breaches Delhi Assembly Gate, Accused Arrested; No Threat Found
07 Apr

Car Breaches Delhi Assembly Gate, Accused Arrested; No Threat Found

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New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): Security was briefly heightened at the Delhi Legislative Assembly after a vehicle forced its way through Gate No. 2, prompting swift action from authorities.According to officials, a Tata Sierra bearing a Uttar Pradesh registration number broke through the gate. A man stepped out of the vehicle, placed a bouquet near the premises, and then drove away from the spot.Personnel from the Central Reserve Police Force were deployed at the VIP gate at the time of the incident. Security agencies immediately launched a search operation and later confirmed that no suspicious or bomb-like object was found at…
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High Security Alert in Mathura–Vrindavan as Yogi Adityanath and Mohan Bhagwat Set for April 7 Visit
06 Apr

High Security Alert in Mathura–Vrindavan as Yogi Adityanath and Mohan Bhagwat Set for April 7 Visit

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Vrindavan ( Rajeev Sharma): The cities of Mathura and Vrindavan are set to witness high-level visits on April 7 as Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat arrive for scheduled programs, prompting authorities to tighten security and administrative arrangements. The Chief Minister will land at the Pawan Hans helipad in Vrindavan at 2:35 PM and proceed to Malook Peeth Ashram, where he will attend the 452nd birth anniversary celebration of Jagadguru Dwaracharya Shri Malookdas Ji Maharaj at 3:00 PM before departing for Agra around 4:00 PM. Meanwhile, Mohan Bhagwat will begin his engagements earlier at 10:00…
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Air India Extends Suspension of New Delhi-Tel Aviv Flights Until May 31
05 Apr

Air India Extends Suspension of New Delhi-Tel Aviv Flights Until May 31

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New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): Air India has officially extended the suspension of its flight operations between New Delhi and Tel Aviv until May 31, 2026, amid the intensifying conflict in West Asia. An airline executive confirmed the decision on Sunday, citing the volatile security situation in the region as the primary reason for the prolonged hiatus. This move follows a series of disruptions that began after joint military actions by the US and Israel against Iran on February 28, which subsequently triggered a broader regional escalation affecting key energy supply chains and transit routes like the Strait of Hormuz. The…
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Arvind Kejriwal to Personally Argue for Judge’s Recusal in Excise Policy Case
05 Apr

Arvind Kejriwal to Personally Argue for Judge’s Recusal in Excise Policy Case

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): In a significant legal maneuver, former Delhi Chief Minister and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convenor Arvind Kejriwal is set to appear personally before the Delhi High Court on Monday, April 6, 2026. Kejriwal intends to argue a fresh application seeking the recusal of Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma from hearing the Central Bureau of Investigation’s (CBI) appeal against his discharge in the Delhi excise policy case. This move follows a string of attempts by the AAP leadership to have the matter reassigned, citing apprehensions over the impartiality of the current bench. The legal battle intensified after a…
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Airlines Scale Back Gulf Routes as Air India Limits Flights, Keeps Core Links Intact
05 Apr

Airlines Scale Back Gulf Routes as Air India Limits Flights, Keeps Core Links Intact

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, Trending
New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): In response to shifting operational dynamics in West Asia, the Air India Group has streamlined its services for Sunday, planning to run 32 flights across the region with a reduced number of additional or special services. A portion of these flights—12 in total—will operate as non-scheduled services, largely focused on routes connecting India with the United Arab Emirates. These services remain conditional on slot approvals and prevailing airspace conditions, airline officials said. Despite the adjustment, connectivity to key Gulf hubs continues. Dubai will remain accessible via a Delhi service operated by Air India, while Air India…
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Government of India provides comprehensive update on West Asia crisis management
04 Apr

Government of India provides comprehensive update on West Asia crisis management

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New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): The Government of India issued a detailed update on Saturday, April 4, 2026, outlining the strategic measures taken to maintain energy security, maritime safety, and the welfare of Indian nationals amid the ongoing conflict in West Asia and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. Despite the geopolitical volatility, the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas confirmed that domestic fuel and gas supplies remain a top priority, with significant progress made in diversifying fuel options and expanding the natural gas network. Energy Security and Fuel Availability To mitigate the impact of supply disruptions, the government has…
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India Gets Relief as LPG Convoy Led by ‘Green Salvi’ Safely Crosses Strait of Hormuz Amid West Asia Tensions
04 Apr

India Gets Relief as LPG Convoy Led by ‘Green Salvi’ Safely Crosses Strait of Hormuz Amid West Asia Tensions

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, World News
National Times Bureau :- Amid escalating tensions and ongoing conflict in West Asia, India has received a significant boost in terms of energy security, as an LPG tanker convoy led by Green Salvi has successfully navigated the strategically crucial Strait of Hormuz without disruption. The development is expected to ease concerns over domestic cooking gas supply, which had come under pressure due to the volatile situation in the region. According to sources, Green Salvi is not operating alone but is leading a convoy of three Indian LPG carriers. The vessel is transporting over 46,000 metric tonnes of liquefied petroleum gas,…
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Rini Sampath Enters Washington DC Mayoral Race as Indian-Origin Candidate
04 Apr

Rini Sampath Enters Washington DC Mayoral Race as Indian-Origin Candidate

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, World News
Rajeev Sharma :- A 31-year-old Indian-origin woman has entered the race for mayor in Washington, DC, drawing attention as one of the few South Asian candidates to contest the high-profile election. Originally from Tamil Nadu, she moved to the United States at a young age and has spent over a decade living in Washington DC. Professionally, she has built a career in government contracting and cybersecurity, and is now stepping into politics as a Democratic candidate for the 2026 mayoral election. Positioning herself as an outsider, she has emphasised her distance from traditional political networks, presenting her campaign as a…
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