At the SCO Summit, Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar didn’t hold back when addressing Pakistan, emphasizing that terrorism is a huge roadblock to trade and connectivity in the region. He pointed out that while everyone talks about boosting economic ties, the shadow of terrorism looms large, making it nearly impossible.
A Karnataka High Court ruling has tossed out criminal charges against two guys for shouting "Jai Shri Ram" inside a mosque, saying it didn’t upset anyone’s religious feelings. The court stressed that for an action to be considered an offense, it needs to really disturb public order.
Passengers at Karnal's bus stand were misled by a restaurant's "unlimited meals" offer, leading to a chaotic scene and police involvement after customers felt cheated by subpar service. The incident highlights ongoing issues with deceptive practices targeting travelers.
An Air India flight from Delhi to Chicago was diverted to Iqaluit, Canada, because of a bomb threat. The emergency landing was a precaution, with passengers and the plane undergoing security checks. This comes after bomb threats to two IndiGo flights from Mumbai.
Shubham Lonkar, a member of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, allegedly provided the weapons used in the murder of former Maharashtra minister Baba Siddiqui. The hit was carried out by hired shooters in a well-planned operation based in Pune, exposing a tangled network of financial and logistical backing. The investigation is ongoing as authorities hunt for more suspects and look into social media claims related to the crime.
Crude oil futures took a dip on Tuesday, thanks to reports that tensions in the Middle East are easing, especially around potential Israeli attacks on Iranian oil facilities. Brent futures slid to $75.13, while WTI dropped to $71.59. OPEC also cut its oil demand growth forecast for 2024, hinting at a possible slowdown.
Chennai is gearing up for some heavy rain, and the government is making sure we're all set. They've shut down schools and advised everyone to work from home in Chennai and nearby areas because of the rain forecast. An orange alert is in effect as officials prepare for possible flooding. The IMD is predicting some serious rainfall over the next few days, so emergency measures are in full swing.
In light of the recent violence in Howrah, Kolkata Police have put a one-day ban on gatherings of more than five people near Red Road for the Durga Puja Carnival. This move is all about keeping everyone safe as around 100 Puja committees gear up for the festivities. To keep things in check, around 3,000 police officers will be on duty.
The Election Commission is dropping the election dates for Maharashtra and Jharkhand today. They're holding a press conference at 3:30 PM to share the details we've all been waiting for.
A shocking incident happened in Mumbai as a worker from the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) lost his life during a violent clash with autorickshaw drivers. The whole thing was caught on video, and it’s pretty disturbing.