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Two hawala operators held in Punjab, Rs 17,60,000 cash linked to drug trafficking seized

In a major crackdown on drug networks, Amritsar Rural Police apprehended two hawala operators -- Sukhjit Singh and Ranbir Singh, who were facilitating illegal financial transactions linked to drug trafficking with seizure of Rs 17,60,000 cash and $4,000, Punjab Director General of Police Gaurav Yadav said on Sunday.

Mar 16, 2025

New Zealand PM, accompanied by Indian diaspora members, to arrive in Delhi today

New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon is set to arrive in Delhi on Sunday for an official visit to India at the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Mar 16, 2025

Nitin Gadkari stresses need for education in Muslim community, slams caste-based politics

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has underscored the urgent need for education in the Muslim community while speaking out against caste-based politics.

Mar 16, 2025

India to co-chair international counter-terrorism meeting for first time

India to co-chair key international counter-terrorism meet for first time

India is set to play a pivotal role in an upcoming international counter-terrorism meeting, marking a significant milestone in its efforts to combat terrorism globally.

Mar 16, 2025

Mumbai guard takes girl to terrace for showing pigeons, molests her

A security guard in Mumbai's Goregaon was arrested for molesting a nine-year-old girl on a building's terrace where he took her on the pretext of showing pigeons, the police said on Sunday.

Mar 16, 2025

Whitewashing work begins at Sambhal's Shahi Jama Masjid

The long-awaited whitewashing work on the Shahi Jama Masjid in Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh, officially commenced on Sunday, with the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) overseeing the entire process.

Mar 16, 2025

'Serious ramifications on economy, 27 Dubai trips': Court on denying Ranya Rao bail in gold smuggling case

'Serious ramifications on economy, 27 Dubai trips': Court on denying bail to Ranya Rao

A special Bengaluru court, rejecting the bail petition of jailed actress Ranya Rao aka Harshavardhini Ranya in the gold smuggling case, has held that the alleged offence has serious ramifications on the entire economy of the country, while also flagging that she had travelled 27 times to Dubai since January 2025.

Mar 15, 2025

Local BJP leader in Haryana shot dead over property dispute; accused arrested

Local BJP leader Surendra Jawahar was shot dead on Holi over some land dispute with his neighbour in Haryana's Sonipat, police said on Saturday.

Mar 15, 2025

Didn't want PM Modi and other visiting world leaders to see tents, potholes, graffiti in Washington: Trump

Pledging to continue efforts to have a cleaner and safer Washington, US President Donald Trump on Saturday, India time, said that he had a "route run" around White House and the headquarters of the United States Department of State ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the US capital to make sure that a cleanliness drive is carried out throughout the area to make it look nice and tidy.

Mar 15, 2025

Eight injured in accidental firing during funeral in MP's Alirajpur

Eight injured in accidental firing at funeral in MP

In a tragic incident in Lodni village of Madhya Pradesh's Alirajpur district, eight individuals, including a child, sustained serious injuries when a bullet from a 12-bore licensed gun was discharged.

Mar 15, 2025

LoP Rahul Gandhi pays tributes to Kanshi Ram

LoP Rahul Gandhi, Congress leaders pay tributes to BSP founder Kanshi Ram

Leader of the Opposition (LoP) in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, on Saturday paid homage to late Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) founder Kanshi Ram on his birth anniversary, acknowledging his contribution to social justice and the uplift of marginalised communities.

Mar 15, 2025

Private school teacher arrested for sexually assaulting Class 9 boy in Chennai

Five held for pelting stones at girls' toilet of govt school, assaulting student in K'taka

Five people were arrested on Saturday in connection with pelting stones at the girls' toilet of a government school in Karnataka and assaulting a schoolboy who questioned their act.

Mar 15, 2025

Internet services suspended in parts of Bengal's Birbhum till March 17

Internet suspended in Bengal's Birbhum area till March 17 amid clashes

Internet services have been suspended till March 17 at Sainthia town in Birbhum district of West Bengal following clashes between two groups.

Mar 15, 2025

Karnataka's GSDP to grow at 7.4 pc, to outpace national rate: CM Siddaramaiah

Appeasement Policy? K'taka Cabinet consents for 4 pc quota to Muslims in Govt tenders, Bill soon

The Karnataka government has decided to provide a 4 per cent reservation to Muslims in government contracts, along with oppressed and backward classes. Sources confirmed that the Cabinet has approved the proposal, and a Bill in this regard will be presented before the state legislature during the ongoing Budget Session.

Mar 15, 2025

India's trade flourished in Q4 2024, defied global risks: UN Report

India's trade sees strong growth Q4, defies global trend: UN Report

India's trade saw strong growth in the last quarter of 2024, according to a new report by the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD).

Mar 15, 2025

The lesser-known face of Cong veteran Chennithala: Championing Dalit rights

Ramesh Chennithala: The lesser-known face of Congress veteran champions Dalit rights

Veteran Congress leader Ramesh Chennithala, a towering figure in Kerala's politics, is widely recognised for his contributions to the party. However, a lesser-known facet of his work is his long-standing commitment to Dalit and Adivasi upliftment.

Mar 15, 2025

Mumbai police busts high-profile sex racket, four models rescued, kingpin arrested

The Mumbai police have dismantled a high-profile sex racket operating out of a hotel in the Hiranandani area. They arrested 60-year-old, Shyamsunder Arora and rescued four models from the hotel who work in the film industry.

Mar 15, 2025

NASA-SpaceX launches mission to bring home Sunita Williams, Butch Wilmore

NASA, SpaceX finally launch mission to bring home Sunita Williams, Butch Wilmore stuck in ISS

NASA and SpaceX on Saturday launched a crewed mission to the International Space Station (ISS) to bring home NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore who have been stranded in space since last June.

Mar 15, 2025

HC grants interim relief to ex-K'taka CM Yediyurappa in POCSO case, stays summons on personal appearance

The Karnataka High Court has granted interim relief to former Chief Minister and BJP Central Parliamentary Committee member B.S. Yediyurappa in a Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act case by staying the summons requiring his personal appearance before the First Fast Track Court on March 15.

Mar 14, 2025

TN budget 2025-26: Transgender persons to be inducted into state Home Guard services

In a pioneering move towards inclusivity, Tamil Nadu Finance Minister Thangam Thenarasu announced the induction of transgender persons into the Home Guard force. Speaking at the Tamil Nadu legislative Assembly while presenting the 2025-26 budget, he stated that transgender individuals would receive appropriate training to assist in traffic management and crowd control during festivals.

Mar 14, 2025

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Articles by IBT News Desk

Two hawala operators held in Punjab, Rs 17,60,000 cash linked to drug trafficking seized

New Zealand PM, accompanied by Indian diaspora members, to arrive in Delhi today

Nitin Gadkari stresses need for education in Muslim community, slams caste-based politics

India to co-chair key international counter-terrorism meet for first time

Mumbai guard takes girl to terrace for showing pigeons, molests her

Whitewashing work begins at Sambhal's Shahi Jama Masjid

'Serious ramifications on economy, 27 Dubai trips': Court on denying bail to Ranya Rao

Local BJP leader in Haryana shot dead over property dispute; accused arrested

Didn't want PM Modi and other visiting world leaders to see tents, potholes, graffiti in Washington: Trump

Eight injured in accidental firing at funeral in MP

LoP Rahul Gandhi, Congress leaders pay tributes to BSP founder Kanshi Ram

Five held for pelting stones at girls' toilet of govt school, assaulting student in K'taka

Internet suspended in Bengal's Birbhum area till March 17 amid clashes

Appeasement Policy? K'taka Cabinet consents for 4 pc quota to Muslims in Govt tenders, Bill soon

India's trade sees strong growth Q4, defies global trend: UN Report

Ramesh Chennithala: The lesser-known face of Congress veteran champions Dalit rights

Mumbai police busts high-profile sex racket, four models rescued, kingpin arrested

NASA, SpaceX finally launch mission to bring home Sunita Williams, Butch Wilmore stuck in ISS

HC grants interim relief to ex-K'taka CM Yediyurappa in POCSO case, stays summons on personal appearance

TN budget 2025-26: Transgender persons to be inducted into state Home Guard services

Ranveer Singh touches Sanjay Leela Bhansali's feet; Sara Ali Khan, Aditi Rao Hydari radiate in ethnic outfits at reception

Omar lambasts "arrogant" Congress after BJP's historic victory; Mehbooba reacts [details]

BJP leads in 53 seats, crosses majority mark in Chhattisgarh

Ranbir Kapoor's fans burst crackers inside theatres during Animal screening; fans say 'low budget Salman Khan' fans'