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Time ripe to have 1st Indian defence unicorn soon: Rajnath Singh

BJP backs Defence Minister Rajnath Singh's remark hinting 'Sindh could return to India'

His remarks, made at an event in New Delhi on Sunday, sparked a renewed political and diplomatic debate by highlighting what he described as India's enduring civilisational bond with the region. He said that although Sindh is not within India's political borders today, the region remains integral to India's civilisational and cultural memory. Nov 24, 2025
Bengal police bust fake birth-death certificate racket, Kolkata couple arrested

Bengal police bust fake birth-death certificate racket, Kolkata couple arrested

During the investigation, it was revealed that fake death certificates were made from Pathankoli in the Gosaba area, which is the gateway to the Sundarban National Park. Police said that the arrested couple -- identified as George Clinton Dickson and his wife, Carol Erickson Dickson -- allegedly procured a fake death certificate to fraudulently take possession of a rented shop in the Shakespeare Sarani area. Nov 24, 2025
Twelve family members found unconscious in J&K's Kupwara; food poisoning suspected

Twelve family members found unconscious in J&K's Kupwara; food poisoning suspected

Licences of nine establishments, including a Domino's Pizza franchise and several local outlets, were suspended. The government announced plans for a multi-pronged strategy to ensure food safety, including mandatory testing laboratories and food safety check posts at Lakhanpur and Qazigund to inspect incoming perishable items. Formation of a 'Flying Squad' for surprise inspections. A ban on unbranded frozen meat and chicken. Nov 24, 2025
Govt reiterates consequences of IMEI tampering and telecom identifier misuse

Govt reiterates consequences of IMEI tampering and telecom identifier misuse

Under Section 42(3)(c) of the Act, tampering with telecommunication identifiers, including the IMEI of mobile phones and other devices, is strictly prohibited. Additionally, Section 42(3)(e) makes it illegal to obtain SIM cards or other telecom identifiers through fraudulent methods such as cheating or impersonation. Nov 24, 2025
NCRTC opens Namo Bharat trains, stations for personal events, photoshoots

NCRTC opens Namo Bharat trains, stations for personal events, photoshoots

According to the new policy, individuals, event planners, photographers, and media companies can book both static coaches and running trains. For controlled photoshoots, a mock-up coach at the Duhai Depot has also been made available. This allows organisers to manage setups and lighting without disrupting train operations. Nov 24, 2025
Cyber Cell busts Rs 1.6 crore pan-India stock market investment fraud; key accused arrested

Cyber Cell busts Rs 1.6 crore pan-India stock market investment fraud; key accused arrested

The arrests came after Delhi Police uncovered a multilayered stock market investment scam that operated through fraudulent pre-IPO offers, high-return investment traps, and fake foreign exchange trading platforms. Victims from across India were targeted through social media, where they were lured into depositing money into bank accounts associated with the fake firms. Nov 24, 2025
NCW launches new helpline number for women in distress

NCW launches new helpline number for women in distress

As the apex national body for women's rights, NCW works to ensure women's equality and participation in all spheres of life. It focusses on securing their rights and entitlements through policy recommendations, legislative review, enforcement of existing laws, and implementation of schemes and programmes aimed at addressing gender-based discrimination. Nov 24, 2025
Justice Surya Kant sworn in as 53rd CJI; takes oath in Hindi

Justice Surya Kant sworn in as 53rd CJI; takes oath in Hindi

The ceremony at Rashtrapati Bhavan was attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan, Union ministers, Haryana Chief Minister Naib Singh Saini, judges of the Supreme Court, and Chief Justices and judges from Bhutan, Kenya, Malaysia, Brazil, Mauritius, Nepal and Sri Lanka. Nov 24, 2025
Delhi blast attacker Dr Umar assembled bomb in Red Fort parking: Sources

Red Fort blast probe: ISI's Faisal Iqbal emerges as central figure, Pakistan's role under lens

The agencies have learnt that three handlers were behind this incident. Each of these handlers were assigned different roles, but the most important one was managed by the ISI official, Faisal Iqbal. Iqbal, according to an official, gave instructions to the accused on how to set up Telegram channels. He even instructed them on how to remain discreet about the planning and also the setting up of the module. Nov 24, 2025
No place for any double standards in fight against terrorism, says PM Modi at IBSA meet

No place for any double standards in fight against terrorism, says PM Modi at IBSA meet

Calling IBSA an "important platform" connecting three continents, he stated, "IBSA is not just a group of three countries; it is an important platform connecting three continents, three major democratic powers, three major economies. It is also a deep and intimate bond, characterised by diversity, shared values, and shared aspirations." Nov 23, 2025
IITF 2025 creates economic support system for small traders

IITF 2025 creates economic support system for small traders

Inaugurated on November 14, the fourteen-day fair is enabling first-generation entrepreneurs, rural craftspersons and home-grown brands to test market demand, connect with bulk buyers, and understand consumer behaviour. For many participants, IITF offers an entry into the national marketplace, reflecting the spirit of a confident and self-reliant India in the run-up to Viksit Bharat 2047. Nov 23, 2025
Rs 100-crore drug haul in 4 NE states in a week; 12 held

Rs 100-crore drug haul in 4 NE states in a week; 12 held

A Customs Department official had said that, acting on specific intelligence inputs about a drug-trafficking syndicate smuggling high-purity cocaine into India through the Punjab border from Pakistan, the Agartala Customs Department has busted a major narcotics network operating across multiple states. Nov 23, 2025
Forced to work at govt schools before SIR's duty: Teachers complain to ECI

Forced to work at govt schools before SIR's duty: Teachers complain to ECI

The BLOs, who are essentially teachers attached to various state-run schools in West Bengal, have complained that the school authorities are not respecting the commission's mandate, which states that until the SIR exercise is ongoing, the BLOs should not be hindered from fulfilling their regular assignments and instead be released for BLO duties. Nov 23, 2025
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