Tag Archive: NationalIndia

Security tightened over planned October 2 protest at Jantar Mantar

Security has been tightened in Delhi ahead of a proposed October 2 protest at Jantar Mantar, with police denying permission and deploying forces.

NPS Tatkal facility launched amid demand for restoration of OPS

Amid demands for restoration of OPS, PFRDA has launched the NPS Tatkal facility, allowing citizens to open NPS accounts instantly through BHIM-UPI.

Supreme Court asks CEC appointment law petitioner to approach CJI

The Supreme Court did not hear a petition on the CEC and Election Commissioners appointment law, with Justice Dipankar Datta asking the petitioner to approach the CJI.

UPSC marks 100 years, Modi highlights role in good governance

The UPSC completed 100 years on October 1, 2026, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi attending centenary celebrations at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi.

Supreme Court Signals Timed Firecracker Use in Delhi-NCR, No Total Ban

Ahead of Diwali, the Supreme Court indicated that firecracker use in Delhi-NCR may be allowed during fixed hours instead of a complete ban.

India, UAE Explore Pipeline Option for Oil Supplies Amid Hormuz Crisis

Amid the Hormuz crisis, India and the UAE are reported to be considering a direct energy pipeline option to secure crude oil supplies.

Alleged fake tantrik sought 11 kg gold over hidden treasure claim

A case linked to superstition and alleged tantrik claims has surfaced in Bhopal, with a reported demand for 11 kg gold over a hidden treasure claim.

Monsoon withdraws as uneven rainfall distribution raises water, farm concerns

The southwest monsoon has withdrawn from India, but uneven rainfall distribution has raised concerns over water availability, agriculture and reservoir levels.

Premanand Ashram changes arrangements after disciple’s death in Vrindavan incident

Arrangements at an ashram linked to Vrindavan saint Premanand Maharaj have been changed after disciple Rasik Dulari Sharan alias Deepak Lodhi died in a fall.

Election Commission removes Annexure-D from online Form 6 after SIR row

Amid the SIR controversy, the Election Commission has removed Annexure-D from online Form 6 in states where the revision process has been completed.

Nepal floodwaters inundate several villages across Bihar and Uttar Pradesh

Heavy rainfall in Nepal has raised river levels, triggering flood-like conditions in parts of Bihar and Uttar Pradesh and inundating several villages.

Coast Guard Seizes ₹3,000 Crore Drugs Near Lakshadweep, Five Pakistanis Detained

The Indian Coast Guard and Gujarat ATS seized 526 kg of narcotics worth over ₹3,000 crore from an Iranian boat west of Lakshadweep and detained five Pakistani nationals.

Lashkar Commander Hashim Musa Killed In Budgam Encounter In Jammu-Kashmir

Lashkar-e-Taiba commander Mohammad Asif, alias Hashim Musa, was killed in an encounter with security forces in Budgam district of Jammu and Kashmir.

Five Indian sites join UNESCO tentative list, taking total to 78

Five new heritage entries from India have been added to UNESCO’s tentative list, taking the country’s total to 78 sites.

Maharashtra CEO Seeks Greater Powers for Local Officers in SIR

Maharashtra Chief Electoral Officer S. Chokalingam has written to the Election Commission seeking changes in ECINet to give local officers more flexibility in SIR cases.

Supreme Court Suggests Linking Traffic Challan Recovery to Power Bills

The Supreme Court suggested considering linking unpaid traffic challans with electricity bills and discussed other measures to recover pending e-challan fines.

High Court directs delivery of judge’s message to child rape survivor

The Delhi High Court has directed that an encouraging message written by a trial court judge be delivered to a 10-year-old rape survivor, along with Rs 10.50 lakh compensation.

Snowfall in hills, rain spell continues across several Indian states

Weather has changed across several parts of India, with snowfall in the hills of Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand and rain activity likely to continue in different regions.

Telangana CM claims BJP has ‘stolen’ Lord Ram for politics

Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy accused the BJP of “stealing” Lord Ram, drawing a sharp response from Union Minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar.

Supreme Court to hear plea against proposed UPI payment charges today

The Supreme Court will hear a PIL today challenging the proposed 0.4 per cent MDR on certain person-to-merchant UPI payments above Rs 2,000.