Shivrajpur police in Kanpur Nagar district have lodged an FIR for an alleged attempt to derail the Bhiwani-bound Kalindi Express. The train’s loco-engine struck an LPG cylinder placed on the tracks, and a Molotov cocktail was found nearby. Six teams are investigating, and 12 suspects have been detained for questioning.
Read MoreIn response to internal dissent over ticket distribution for the J&K assembly polls, BJP’s high command has given important roles to senior leaders left out of the candidate list. Sat Sharma is now working president, and Nirmal Singh chairs the campaign committee. The party focuses on winning seats in Jammu’s Hindu-dominated regions.
Read MoreSigns of strain have emerged in the Congress-National Conference alliance in J&K after a Congress candidate called NC a ‘party of killers.’ The J&K Congress president condemned these remarks, emphasizing unity against BJP. Both parties will contest 83 out of 90 seats together in the upcoming elections.
Read MorePunjab’s vulture conservation efforts are struggling as two of the three vulture restaurants have closed, while the last one battles to find diclofenac-free meat. Set up 12 years ago for vultures from Jammu and Kashmir and Himachal Pradesh, these feeding stations face challenges due to reduced arrivals and lack of funds.
Read MoreThe Supreme Court of India dismissed a PIL demanding the cancellation of arms export licenses to Israel, asserting that foreign policy is exclusively under the Union government’s jurisdiction. Petitioners argued that India’s actions violated the Genocide Convention amid allegations against Israel for genocide in Gaza. The court chose not to intervene.
Read MoreRussia is repatriating 15 Indian youths, including four from Punjab, after they were discharged from the Russian army. Families are expecting the Indian government to facilitate their safe return. Eight Indians died, and contracts for 69 others are being invalidated. MP Vikramjit Sahney has been advocating for their return since March.
Read MoreShyam Sundar alias Munna Sharma, ex-president of BJP’s Patna City Chowk block, was killed by unidentified assailants in Patna City. The attack occurred early morning while he arranged an autorickshaw for a relative. Police suspect targeted murder over robbery. Protests ensued, demanding Rs 10 lakh compensation and quick arrests.
Read MoreThe railway ministry is concerned about recent attempts to derail trains and stone pelting incidents. A train collision with a cooking cylinder in Kanpur was narrowly avoided, indicating criminal intent. Since June last year, there have been 17 similar incidents, prompting increased vigilance on sensitive tracks to prevent mishaps.
Read MoreBimlesh Kumar, a 21-year-old BTech student at IIT-Guwahati, was discovered hanging in his hostel room. This is the second suicide within a month and the third this year at the institute. The incidents have raised serious concerns about mental health support on campus, prompting students to demand answers from authorities.
Read MoreForeign Minister S Jaishankar addressed the Gulf Cooperation Council in Riyadh, reaffirming India’s support for a Gaza ceasefire and adherence to humanitarian law. He condemned terrorism and expressed concern over civilian casualties. Jaishankar also highlighted the significance of India-GCC relations in fostering global peace, security, and energy cooperation.
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