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Five Delhi schools get bomb threats; police launch searches, use bomb squads, sniffer dogs

The Delhi Police began immediate searches in the schools that had received the bomb threat and as per protocol dog squads, bomb squad and teams from the fire department were pressed into service.

Jul 18, 2025

Digi Yatra hits 15 million downloads; targets 80% air travellers by 2028

Digi Yatra is poised to expand its reach by introducing its biometric-based system at four additional airports: Chandigarh, Thiruvananthapuram, Mangaluru, and Srinagar, in the coming months. This strategic expansion aims to increase the platform's impact and accessibility, particularly in Tier-II cities.

Jul 18, 2025

ED raids former Chhattisgarh CM Baghel's home in connection with case against son Chaitanya

As the ED went about its work at Chaitanya Baghel's house, ex-CM Bhupesh Baghel's office in a post on his official X handle linked the timing of the central agency's action to a political development, claiming that the sleuths were sent just hours before the Congress was set to raise the issue of tree felling in Raigarh on the last day of the Monsoon Session of the Chhattisgarh legislative Assembly.

Jul 18, 2025

Strong affirmation of India-US counter-terrorism cooperation: EAM Jaishankar on TRF designation

The US Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, made the official announcement on Thursday, stating that the decision reinforces the Trump administration's commitment to combating terrorism and responding firmly to acts of violence targeting civilians.

Jul 18, 2025

Trump diagnosed with 'chronic venous insufficiency'; here's what this condition is about

According to Leavitt, ultrasound exams performed on Trump's legs revealed chronic venous insufficiency, a condition frequently found in individuals over the age of 70, Xinhua news agency reported.

Jul 18, 2025

Congress steps up J&K statehood campaign, says restoration impossible without its role

The Jammu and Kashmir Congress on Thursday declared to intensify the campaign for the restoration of full statehood for J&K. The Party asserts that the move is not possible without the party's intervention.

Jul 18, 2025

India's upgraded Akash missile nails targets in Himalayan skies with precision at 4,500m

In a major boost to India's air defence capabilities, the Indian Army successfully tested the upgraded Akash Prime missile system in Ladakh, destroying two high-speed unmanned aerial targets at high altitude.

Jul 17, 2025

Co-operative bank fraud case: ED raids over 10 locations in Bengaluru

According to sources, raids were carried out at more than ten locations across the city. Earlier, in 2022, the Bengaluru Central Crime Branch (CCB) had registered a case against the Shushruti Co-operative Society. Following its investigation, the CCB had arrested several individuals.

Jul 17, 2025

No bail to Ranya Rao for one year in gold smuggling case

Central Economic Intelligence Bureau (CEIB), a nodal agency under the Ministry of Finance, invoked the COFEPOSA Act against her and other accused individuals based on a recommendation by the DRI, which is actively investigating the case. The COFEPOSA Act, a stringent law aimed at curbing smuggling activities, allows for the detention of individuals without bail for up to one year.

Jul 17, 2025

Indian Army rescues hundreds of stranded Amarnath pilgrims amid landslide

The Indian Army quickly mobilized its detachment stationed at Brarimarg. This prompt deployment was crucial in ensuring the safety and comfort of the stranded pilgrims.

Jul 17, 2025

PM Modi set to unveil Rs 12,200 crore projects in Bihar and Bengal

In Bihar, the Prime Minister's agenda includes laying the foundation stone, inaugurating, and dedicating to the nation a multitude of projects. A notable highlight of his visit is the launch of four new Amrit Bharat trains, which are set to improve connectivity between key locations.

Jul 17, 2025

One dead in police firing: Action will be taken against those who attacked cops, says Assam CM

It has been reported that a large group of people launched an attack on the security personnel when the district administration tried to carry out an eviction exercise in the Paikan Reserve Forest to free encroached land.

Jul 17, 2025

K'taka govt blames RCB for "unilaterally inviting" people to IPL celebrations: no police permission sought

The High Court recently gave an order with regard to providing the status report over the stampede by the state government to respondents i.e. the Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA), RCB and the DNA event management firm, by setting aside the state's request to keep the report confidential.

Jul 17, 2025

J&K is no longer driven by fear but by hope, opportunity, and development: LG Manoj Sinha

In a wide-ranging interview marking his five-year tenure as the Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir, Manoj Sinha declared that the authority of the Indian state has been fully established in the Union Territory. He highlighted the transformation of the region from one marred by violence to one driven by aspirations, development, and peace.

Jul 17, 2025

Rising battlefield : Drones revolutionising modern warfare

Mastery in modern conflict will belong not just to those who fly, but to those who out-code, out-adapt, and outlast.

Jul 17, 2025