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NIA Arrests Seventh Suspect in Red Fort Blast, Expands Investigation

NIA Arrests Seventh Suspect in Red Fort Blast, Expands Investigation

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Wednesday apprehended Soyab, a resident of Dhauj in Faridabad, Haryana, marking the seventh arrest linked to the November 10 Red Fort car bombing in Delhi. Soyab is accused of providing shelter and logistical assistance to Umar Un Nabi, the terrorist who carried out the deadly attack. According to officials, Soyab aided Umar in the days leading up to the explosion, which killed multiple people and injured several others when the explosives-laden vehicle detonated near the historic monument. The NIA is continuing searches across several states, working closely with local police…
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Massive Security Blanket in Chandigarh as Farmers’ Assembly, PU Students’ Protest Set to Converge

Massive Security Blanket in Chandigarh as Farmers’ Assembly, PU Students’ Protest Set to Converge

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The city witnessed an unprecedented security buildup on Wednesday with the UT police mobilising nearly 3,000 personnel ahead of two major demonstrations scheduled to take place simultaneously — a large gathering by the Samyukta Kisan Morcha (SKM) and a bandh called by Panjab University students demanding the issuance of the Senate election notification. Anticipating heavy turnout and significant pressure on traffic, the administration cordoned off several high-movement corridors and announced detours across key routes. Police teams were instructed to take positions from early morning to manage the expected inflow of vehicles, particularly from Mohali. The SKM event,…
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Silicon Valley Entrepreneur Raju Chekuri Makes a Bold Play on Volleyball and Goa's Sporting Future

Silicon Valley Entrepreneur Raju Chekuri Makes a Bold Play on Volleyball and Goa's Sporting Future

For Raju Chekuri, the Silicon Valley entrepreneur who built his fortune in cybersecurity and AI, volleyball has always been more than a game. It’s a memory of long rallies under the scorching Ahmedabad sun, of poorly marked courts and a burning ambition that sometimes propels small-town youth to dream big. Nearly four decades after leaving India to chase his technology dreams, Chekuri, a former amateur volleyball player, has returned to invest in a sporting vision through the newly put-together Goa Guardians, the 10th franchise in the Prime Volleyball League (PVL).   Raju Chekuri, a Silicon Valley entrepreneur and investor, founded…
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Vinfast Bags Two Prestigious Titles at Jagran Hi-tech Awards 2025

Vinfast Bags Two Prestigious Titles at Jagran Hi-tech Awards 2025

VinFast India, a subsidiary of global electric vehicle manufacturer VinFast, is honoured with the “EV Manufacturer of the Year” award at the award ceremony of the prestigious Jagran Hi-Tech Awards 2025, while its VF 7 model also received the “EV Disruptor of the Year” award. This double win further demonstrates VinFast’s significant progress in the Indian market.   Mr. Luu Thanh Toi, Director, VinFast India Plant, received the “EV Maker of the Year” award from Jagran New Media, & Shri Harsh Malhotra, Union MoS, MCA & MoRTH The Jagran Hi-Tech Awards brings together the voices of key experts and strategists,…
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Raheja Universal Today Unveiled the Ultra-modern, Futuristically Designed World Trade Center Navi Mumbai at Raheja District

Raheja Universal Today Unveiled the Ultra-modern, Futuristically Designed World Trade Center Navi Mumbai at Raheja District

Raheja Universal today unveiled the ultra-modern, futuristically designed World Trade Center Navi Mumbai at Raheja District, Vashi NX. The inauguration celebrated a monumental achievement for Raheja Universal, reinforcing their promise as a transformative player in the Navi Mumbai real estate landscape, in commercial and residential developments.   From L to R: Mr. Peter Yep, Ms. Crystal Edn, Mr. Ashish Raheja, Mr. Scott Wang, unveiling the Grand lobby of Prime at WTC Navi Mumbai at Raheja District   This launch marked a milestone in Raheja Universal's vision to establish the Raheja District as the region's undisputed premier hub for mixed-use development,…
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Galgotias University Partners with the India Business Group for Strategic Engagement and Growth Opportunities in the UK

Galgotias University Partners with the India Business Group for Strategic Engagement and Growth Opportunities in the UK

Galgotias University, a prominent institution in the Delhi NCR, has joined forces with the India Business Group (IBG) to facilitate its engagement and growth within the UK market. This collaboration will focus on exploring innovate pathways for institutional partnerships, fostering cross border academic exchanges, research initiatives and industry engagement across the UK.   Galgotias University and India Business Group formalise a partnership to enhance UK India collaboration in education research and innovation   As a leading strategic advisory consultancy operating in the UK–India corridor, the India Business Group will leverage its expertise and networks to facilitate new partnerships, bilateral activities…
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EduTech Power India Awards 2025 Honour India's Rising Global Postdoctoral Researchers

EduTech Power India Awards 2025 Honour India's Rising Global Postdoctoral Researchers

A ceremony held this week in Chennai has shed light on the contributions of postdoctoral researchers, as senior academics and policy leaders emphasised the need for clearer and more sustainable career pathways in global higher education. Universities and research councils welcomed the initiative, noting that global rankings, national innovation output, and long-term economic competitiveness depend heavily on the success and retention of high-calibre postdoctoral talent.   EduTech Power India Awards 2025 Honour India's Rising Global Postdoctoral Researchers   Hosted by the Dhanalakshmi Srinivasan College of Engineering and Technology, Chennai in association with RAISE Global Innovation Forum, UK; MSME Chamber of…
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Punjab Faces Acute Shortage of ₹10 and ₹20 Notes as Wedding Season Fuels Parallel Market

Punjab Faces Acute Shortage of ₹10 and ₹20 Notes as Wedding Season Fuels Parallel Market

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): As wedding festivities peak across Punjab, residents are grappling with an unexpected problem: a widespread scarcity of small-denomination currency. The crunch in freshly printed ₹10 and ₹20 notes has disrupted everyday purchases and sparked allegations of a thriving black market fed by diverted bank supplies. While banks continue to inform customers that they are receiving only limited consignments of low-value notes, people across multiple districts say they are witnessing a completely different reality outside bank premises. According to locals, private agents and market traders are offering pristine bundles at sharply increased rates, prompting fears of an organised…
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Amit Shah Pays Tribute on 26/11 Anniversary, Says Global Community Backing India’s Fight Against Terror

Amit Shah Pays Tribute on 26/11 Anniversary, Says Global Community Backing India’s Fight Against Terror

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): On the 16th anniversary of the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks, Union Home Minister Amit Shah reaffirmed the government’s uncompromising stance against terrorism, stating that India’s efforts to combat extremist violence are gaining increasing recognition and support worldwide. In a message posted on X on Wednesday, Shah honoured the security personnel who laid down their lives defending Mumbai during the 2008 siege, as well as the civilians who were killed in the assault. He described terrorism as a threat that transcends national boundaries, calling it “a plague against humanity itself.” Recalling the events of November 26, 2008,…
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On Constitution Day, PM Modi Calls for Renewed Focus on Civic Duty

On Constitution Day, PM Modi Calls for Renewed Focus on Civic Duty

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Prime Minister Narendra Modi used the occasion of Constitution Day on Wednesday to remind citizens that national progress depends as much on responsibility as on the rights enshrined in the country’s founding document. In a message shared with people across the country, the Prime Minister urged every Indian to consciously uphold the duties outlined in the Constitution, describing them as the “pillar that sustains democratic strength.” He encouraged schools, colleges and institutions to mark the day by acknowledging young adults who have recently become eligible to vote, saying that welcoming new voters into the democratic fold…
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