India's calling out the recent attacks on Hindu temples in Bangladesh as "deplorable," stressing the need to protect minorities during Durga Puja. The Ministry of External Affairs flagged the theft of a sacred crown and other troubling incidents as part of a worrying trend.
Baba Siddique, a well-known politician and social figure, was shockingly shot and killed in Mumbai, leaving both the political and film worlds in disbelief. Famous for his Iftar parties that brought rivals together, he played a key role in reconciling Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan, finally ending their long-standing feud. His impact lasted for decades, leaving behind a powerful legacy.
Former Delhi University professor GN Saibaba, who was acquitted this year after a decade in prison for alleged Maoist links, passed away at 57 due to post-operative complications following gallbladder surgery.
The Jharkhand government has just doubled the number of students who can benefit from the Marang Gomke Jaipal Singh Munda Overseas Scholarship scheme, increasing the quota from 25 to 50. This move, made during a cabinet meeting, is all about helping more students from diverse backgrounds chase their dreams of studying abroad.
Securities Transaction Tax (STT) collections have absolutely taken off this fiscal year, jumping 87% compared to last year. It’ve hit a whopping ₹30,630 crore. This growth is mainly thanks to more trading and a boost in stock-based derivatives. With 83% of the budget target met in just six months, expectations are high for the rest of the year.
Zepto, the quick commerce platform, totally crushed it this Navratri by selling more than 1 lakh dandiya sticks. CEO Aadit Palicha couldn't be happier, thanking all the users and sellers for their support. Plus, they saw a spike in sales of fasting-friendly snacks and got involved in festive fun at different locations.
Five undertrial prisoners, facing POCSO charges, escaped from Morigaon District Jail in Assam using makeshift ropes made of lungis and bedsheets. The jailbreak raised concerns about security and prompted a large manhunt by local authorities.
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge fired back at Prime Minister Modi's "urban Naxal" label, calling the BJP a "party of terrorists" involved in violence. This exchange highlights the escalating political tensions as assembly elections approach, with both parties accusing each other of divisive agendas.
Rahul Gandhi is firing shots at the central government after a train crash between Mysuru and Darbhanga, comparing it to the deadly Balasore disaster. He’s calling for accountability and says it’s time the government learned from past mistakes. Luckily, while there were injuries, no one was killed.
India has pushed back against Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s claim of having a meaningful conversation with Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the ASEAN Summit, saying their chat was short and didn’t really dive into the safety concerns Trudeau mentioned. This back-and-forth comes as tensions rise over anti-India activities happening in Canada.