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09 Nov

Two gangsters on India’s most wanted list arrested in Georgia, US; to be deported soon

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National Times Bureau :- In a significant breakthrough, Indian security agencies arrested two of India's most wanted gangsters, who have been operating abroad. Security agency officials, including those from the Haryana Police, arrested Venkatesh Garg in Georgia, while Bhanu Rana was arrested in the United States. Rana is linked to the notorious Lawrence Bishnoi gang. Both Garg and Rana are expected to be deported to India soon. At present, more than two dozen notorious Indian gangsters are operating from abroad, recruiting new members and managing criminal networks. Venkatesh Garg Linked To BSP Leader’s Murder The crackdown on Garg and Rana…

08 Nov

India Seeks Early Release of 44 Citizens Serving in Russian Military, Warns of Life Risks

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): The Government of India has urged Moscow to immediately release 44 Indian nationals found to be serving in the Russian armed forces, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) announced. Addressing the media, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said that New Delhi has taken up the issue with Russian authorities after learning that several Indians had been recruited into the Russian military despite the dangers involved. “We are aware that 44 Indian nationals are presently in the Russian army. We are in constant touch with their families and have requested Russian officials to ensure their safe and early…

08 Nov

Punjab gets major boost with Ferozepur-Delhi Vande Bharat Express; to run six days a week, except Wednesdays

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National Times Bureau :- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday flagged off four new Vande Bharat Express trains from Varanasi, expanding India’s semi-high-speed rail network to more than 160 services. Among the new routes, the Ferozepur-Delhi Vande Bharat Express is a major boost for Punjab. The train will connect Ferozepur, a key border district, directly to New Delhi in 6 hours and 40 minutes, making it the fastest service on the 486-km route. The train will run six days a week (except Wednesdays), leaving Ferozepur Cantt at 7:55 am and reaching New Delhi by 2:35 pm. On the return journey, it…

07 Nov

US President Trump likely to visit India next year, says trade talks with PM Modi going well

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National Times Bureau :- US President Donald Trump said on Thursday that his talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi were going “very well” and confirmed that he plans to visit India soon, as both countries continue their trade negotiations. Speaking to reporters in the Oval Office, Trump praised Modi as a "great friend" and hinted at increasing alignment between Washington and New Delhi on energy imports. He said India had largely stopped buying oil from Russia, in line with his administration’s crackdown on nations purchasing Russian energy. "He (PM Modi) largely stopped buying from Russia. And he is a friend…

04 Nov

“Our Daughters are the State’s ‘Brand Ambassadors'”: Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on World Cup Victory

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Chandigarh: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann today extended his heartfelt congratulations to the Indian Women's Cricket Team for winning the ICC World Cup by defeating South Africa in a spectacular match. Speaking to the team members via video conferencing, the Chief Minister said that by winning the World Cup, the daughters have not only created history but have also conquered the world. He stated that these daughters are the pride of the state, and they will be given a grand felicitation upon their return to Punjab. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that these players are the "Brand Ambassadors" of the…

02 Nov

India, South Africa Set for Historic Showdown as Women’s ODI World Cup Awaits a New Champion

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Navi Mumbai (Rajeev Sharma): A new chapter in women’s cricket history is about to unfold. As India and South Africa prepare to face off in the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup final at DY Patil Stadium on Sunday, one of them will walk away with their first-ever world title — officially closing the long-standing dominance of England and Australia. Since the inaugural edition of the tournament in 1973, the World Cup trophy has largely remained in the hands of the two traditional giants. Australia have captured it seven times, while England have lifted it on four occasions. Only New Zealand’s…

01 Nov

27-year-old Indian man killed in crossfire between police and smugglers in Saudi Arabia

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National Times Bureau :- A 27-year-old man from Jharkhand was killed in Saudi Arabia last month after being caught in a crossfire between local police and suspected liquor smugglers. The deceased, identified as Vijay Kumar Mahato from Dudhapania village in Giridih district, had been employed as a tower line fitter with Hyundai Engineering and Construction for the past nine months. According to reports, Mahato had gone to the work site to collect materials on the instructions of a senior company official when police opened fire during an anti-smuggling operation. He was accidentally hit by a bullet and rushed to a…

30 Oct

Air Travel in India Likely to Get Costlier Amid Mounting Airline Losses

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National Times Bureau :- Air travel in India may soon become more expensive as the country’s airlines face mounting financial pressure. According to recent reports, Indian carriers are collectively staring at losses of nearly ₹10,500 crore in the current fiscal year, driven by soaring fuel prices, intense market competition, and rising operational costs. A report by credit rating agency ICRA estimates that the net losses of Indian airlines in FY2026 could range between ₹9,500 crore and ₹10,500 crore—almost double the estimated ₹5,500 crore loss in FY2025. Experts suggest that to offset these mounting losses, airlines may increase ticket fares, which…

30 Oct

500 Indian nationals stranded in Thailand over Myanmar scam hub, MEA assures repatriation

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National Times Bureau :- India is coordinating with Thailand to bring back nearly 500 of its citizens detained there after fleeing Myanmar, where they had been duped into working at a cybercrime hub run by Chinese mafia networks. Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul said India is preparing to send an aircraft to repatriate its nationals who crossed into Thailand from Myanmar. In a statement, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said the ministry was aware of the situation about the detained Indians in Thailand, and it's working with authorities to bring them back home. "We are aware of…

25 Oct

Five killed, several injured as speeding SUV mows down pedestrians in Agra

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National Times Bureau :- In a tragic incident, a speeding SUV ran over pedestrians killing five people and leaving two injured on Saturday, said police officials. According to Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Shesh Mani Upadhyay, five critically injured persons were rushed to Sarojini Naidu Medical College, where doctors declared all five brought dead. The deceased have been identified as Babli (33), Bhanu Pratap (25), Kamal (23), Krishna (20), and Bantesh (21). Police said Bhanu Pratap worked as a parcel delivery agent for a private company. The eyewitnesses revealed that the speeding car rammed into a divider before veering off…