Not an astrologer: Ajit Pawar on speculation over Supriya Sule joining BJP

Not an astrologer: Ajit Pawar on speculation over Supriya Sule joining BJP

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar acknowledged the Thackeray brothers' reunion could have electoral implications but emphasized voter behaviour varies across national, state, and local elections. Pawar also clarified limits on promises of free facilities, supported local-level alliances, and rejected controversial statements about Mumbai. 6 days ago
Delivery rider assaulted, forced to squat as punishment inside Zepto store in Delhi

Delivery rider assaulted, forced to squat as punishment inside Zepto store in Delhi

A delivery rider, Rishabh Kumar, was assaulted and humiliated at a Zepto store in Delhi after allegedly misusing a product, with the incident caught on CCTV. Police have registered a case and are investigating, while the victim undergoes medical examination. The incident highlights ongoing safety and rights concerns for gig workers, amid calls for better working conditions and social security benefits. 6 days ago
PM Modi holds delegation-level talks with German Chancellor Merz in Gandhinagar, shares festive moments at International Kite Festival

PM Modi holds delegation-level talks with German Chancellor Merz in Gandhinagar, shares festive moments at International Kite Festival

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz flew kites, interacted with international participants, and highlighted Gujarat's cultural traditions. They held delegation-level talks in Gandhinagar to review and strengthen the India–Germany Strategic Partnership across sectors including trade, technology, defence, and sustainable development. 6 days ago
Artificial Intelligence

BSE warns investors about fake deepfake video misusing CEO's identity

The Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) has warned investors about a fake deepfake video circulating on social media. The video encourages viewers to join a WhatsApp channel, is completely fabricated and unauthorised. BSE clarified that neither the CEO nor any officials provide investment advice through social media or messaging apps. 6 days ago
Trump shares photo showing him as 'Acting President of Venezuela'

Trump shares photo showing him as 'Acting President of Venezuela'

US President Donald Trump posted an image on his Truth Social account styled like an edited Wikipedia page showing himself as the "Acting President of Venezuela, Incumbent January 2026," alongside his roles as the 45th and 47th President of the United States — a claim not recognised by any official authority and widely seen as provocative amid recent US actions in Venezuela 6 days ago
'I'd do it in a heartbeat': Trump on revoking citizenship from naturalized citizens

'I'd do it in a heartbeat': Trump on revoking citizenship from naturalized citizens

Trump specifically targeted Somali Americans and Congresswoman Ilhan Omar, claiming she should be removed from Congress and stripped of citizenship. Trump defended his authority, suggested broad powers in law-and-order matters, and raised the possibility of invoking the Insurrection Act, though experts note that US law makes citizenship revocation rare and typically requires proof of fraud. 6 days ago
ISRO's PSLV-C62 makes 1st launch of 2026 with EOS-N1 satellite

ISRO's PSLV-C62 makes 1st launch of 2026 with EOS-N1 satellite

ISRO successfully carried out its first mission of 2026 by launching the EOS-N1 (Anwesha) Earth observation satellite aboard the PSLV-C62 rocket from Sriharikota. The mission aims to strengthen India's remote sensing capabilities in agriculture, urban planning and environmental monitoring, and also carried 15 co-passenger satellites, including a Spanish startup's Kestrel Initial Technology Demonstrator (KID) re-entry capsule. 6 days ago
Fire engulfs buildings in Himachal's Solan; 7-year-old child dies, several feared trapped

Fire engulfs buildings in Himachal's Solan; 7-year-old child dies, several feared trapped

The blaze intensified after multiple LPG cylinders exploded, causing extensive damage and hampering firefighting efforts. Rescue operations by the police, fire brigade, NDRF, and SDRF are ongoing. State and national leaders, including BJP officials, expressed grief, urged urgent rescue efforts, and called for relief, rehabilitation, and compensation for the affected families. 6 days ago
Trump backs bill to economically choke Russia; India, China face risk of 500% US tariffs

"My morality is the only check': Trump on power, military, and global authority"

Trump argued that decisive action is necessary to protect US interests, credited his leadership for rebuilding the military and claimed he had ended multiple wars. He maintained that international law matters only when aligned with American security priorities, emphasising personal judgment and deterrence as central to US global authority. 6 days ago
Sextortion

Sextortion scams surge in J&K, police sound high alert

With sextortion cases rising sharply across Jammu and Kashmir, police have issued a high alert, warning people against online blackmail traps using fake social media profiles and video calls. Victims are urged not to panic or pay money, but to immediately report incidents and preserve digital evidence. 7 days ago