Srinagar Police Attach Rs 1 Cr House Of Drug Peddler In Major NDPS Crackdown

Srinagar Police attached a Rs 1 crore house of habitual drug peddler Javid Ahmad Ganie, confirming it was bought with narcotics proceeds. Authorities barred any transfer as part of their ongoing anti-drug crackdown.

Twelve Maoists, including notorious CCM leader Ramdher Majji with a Rs 1 crore bounty, surrendered in Chhattisgarh’s Khairagarh district, handing over weapons and dealing a major blow to the MMC zone’s Maoist network.

Interception of an unusual chatter on the Internet by the Army intelligence wing resulted in the detention of a Chinese national who had entered Ladakh and Jammu and Kashmir without permission. 

Prime Minister Narendra Modi initiated a special 10-hour debate in the Lok Sabha on the 150th anniversary of Vande Mataram. The song, adopted as India's National Song, is being discussed in both Houses this week. Modi highlighted historical parallels, linking the song's milestones to national challenges like British rule and the Emergency.

Vande Mataram Debate: The special discussion on the 150th anniversary of 'Vande Mataram' will take place in the Lok Sabha, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi opening the debate. 

The road along the US Consulate General is reportedly set to be called 'Donald Trump Avenue'. Meanwhile, Union Minister and BJP leader Bandi Sanjay Kumar took to the social media platform X to criticise the government for the decision. 

Goa Club Fire: Police have intensified efforts to locate Luthra and issued a lookout notice, as reports indicate he had plans to expand his business to around 50 restaurants across India.

Delhi and the NCR experienced another day of thick smog on Monday, with the air quality remaining in the “very poor” category. The overall AQI rose to 318, showing no improvement as pollution continues to affect visibility and health across the region.

In a tragic incident, a fierce bushfire in Tasmania destroyed more than 30 homes, forcing families to flee as firefighters battled fast-spreading flames across the region.

Goa Nightclub Fire: Goa CM on Sunday confirmed the arrest of four people related to the tragic incident. At least 25 individuals lost their lives in the fire, with five of them identified as tourists and others as staff members. 

India is taking a significant step towards equitable healthcare by launching 11 new medical colleges in underserved districts under a collaborative Public-Private Partnership framework. This development will revamp existing district hospitals, utilizing Viability Gap Funding to ensure sustainability.

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has warned of strict action against Bangladeshi and Rohingya "infiltrators" in the state. He urged residents to verify identities before employing individuals, as authorities launch an operation to identify and act against foreign nationals suspected of residing and working illegally using forged documents.

Nashik Tragedy: The police officials have informed that all the victims in the unfortunate accident belonged to the Patel family and were travelling together for a temple visit. Authorities have launched a probe into the incident. 

From a single borrowed aircraft to controlling over half of India’s aviation market, Indigo’s meteoric rise stunned the industry.

Indian Railways are full of fascinating quirks. Among them is a station with one of the longest names in the country, a name so long that you could miss your train trying to say it aloud.

India moves closer to next-generation combat aircraft with wings that adjust themselves in flight, boosting stealth, agility and efficiency.

India has long relied on Russia for its air defence capabilities, with the S-400 missile system playing an important role. The system has already proven its worth in recent operations and is now set to become even more formidable.

A constable's death in Aligarh has led to an abetment to suicide case against two officers. Her brother alleges sub-inspector Sandeep Kumar and constable Kulveer Balyan mentally tormented her. The deceased had previously discussed marriage with Kumar, and Balyan reportedly harassed her after learning of this past connection, pushing her to suicide.

From a single borrowed aircraft to controlling over half of India’s aviation market, Indigo’s meteoric rise stunned the industry.

A Nadiad confectionery has been repeatedly targeted by burglars, experiencing 10 break-ins in nine years. Thieves have stolen significant quantities of sweets, often in addition to cash. Despite owner Mukesh Pandit's efforts, including installing CCTVs, the burglaries continue, particularly during VVIP visits and festivals when police presence is reduced.

Chief Justice of India Surya Kant champions tech-driven prison reforms, advocating for digital skills training and UK-style inmate monitoring to transform correctional facilities into reintegration hubs. He stressed industry partnerships for apprenticeships and recruitment, aiming to equip inmates with future-ready skills and reduce recidivism through measurable rehabilitation.

IndiGo’s operations unravelled as pilot shortages, mounting fatigue and delayed decisions collided, raising serious questions about DGCA’s inaction during one of India’s biggest aviation breakdowns.

Anger erupted outside Goa Medical College as families and friends of 25 victims, mostly migrant workers, demanded the owners of Birch By Romeo Lane nightclub appear. Relatives identified loved ones, many of whom had recently arrived seeking work. Concerns mounted over the repatriation of bodies, with pleas for owner or government assistance.

A family's Goan holiday turned tragic when a fire engulfed a nightclub, claiming four lives. Bhavana Joshi miraculously survived after her husband pushed her to safety before re-entering the inferno to save his sisters-in-law. The devastating incident left her the sole survivor, facing the grim task of informing their children of their parents' and aunts' untimely deaths.

A DTC bus driver was beaten to death by wedding guests in Delhi after a road rage incident. The driver, Vikas, was allegedly assaulted when his bus got stuck behind a marriage procession. One suspect has been arrested, while three others remain at large.

A devastating fire at Birch by Romeo Lane nightclub in Arpora, Goa, claimed 25 lives, exposing severe infrastructure flaws. Built on a salt pan with limited access and inadequate safety measures, the venue's design, including a poorly ventilated basement and a single operational exit on the first floor, hampered rescue efforts. Investigations are underway into the club's safety protocols.

A devastating fire at The Birch by Romeo Lane was attributed to critical failures in fire prevention, regulatory compliance, and life safety preparedness by club owners. The establishment lacked a construction license and a fire department NOC, with zero fire safety measures in place. Obstructed exits and hazardous external firework activities exacerbated the tragedy, trapping victims.

IIT Bombay has incorporated BharatGen Technology Foundation, a company dedicated to building a Large Language Model reflecting India's diversity. This national sovereign AI effort, backed by significant government funding, aims to develop AI that understands over 22 Indian languages and provides accessible models for developers and enterprises.

Congress MP Manish Tewari has introduced a private member's bill in Lok Sabha to amend the anti-defection law. The proposed changes aim to allow MPs to vote independently on most bills and motions, except those affecting government stability. This move seeks to free parliamentarians from party whips and promote better lawmaking.

US under secretary Allison Hooker is in India from December 7-11 to bolster the strategic partnership. Her visit, encompassing New Delhi and Bengaluru, aims to deepen economic ties, boost American exports, and foster collaboration in emerging technologies like AI and space exploration. Discussions will cover bilateral cooperation and regional security, underscoring a commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific.