A Bengaluru couple was arrested for growing cannabis in their home garden after the wife unknowingly shared photos and videos of the illegal plants on Facebook. Although tipped off and given time to discard the evidence, police still found traces of cannabis and approximately 54 grams of the substance. Read More
India’s Chief Election Commissioner, Rajiv Kumar, has strongly denounced the use of inappropriate language targeting female political candidates in Maharashtra’s election campaign. He urged officials to take strict action against candidates who make such remarks, emphasizing the need for respectful conduct during the elections. Read More
Mumbai police investigations into the murder of former minister Baba Siddique have revealed a plot involving promises of cash, luxury items, and a trip to Dubai for the assailants. Four accused were promised these rewards by a middleman, who allegedly received funds from another suspect. Two more individuals were apprehended in Pune for their... Read More
North Korean soldiers deployed in Russia to support the Ukraine war effort are reportedly experiencing unrestricted internet access for the first time, leading to what some sources describe as widespread consumption of pornography. This unexpected freedom has reportedly raised concerns among Russian authorities, despite the lack of official confirmation or comment from either government. Read More
Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticized the Congress and the MVA during his Maharashtra campaign. He accused them of hindering reservations and disregarding the Constitution. Modi highlighted his government’s efforts in poverty reduction and women’s empowerment. He also criticized Congress for its dependence on other parties for electoral success. Read More
Despite diplomatic efforts to restore cricketing ties between India and Pakistan, the Indian cricket team will not travel to Pakistan for the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy. Hopes were raised after a meeting between high-ranking officials from both countries, but the BCCI has maintained its stance over touring the neighbouring nation. Read More
Despite concerns about potential changes to US immigration laws, India’s IT sector is optimistic about Donald Trump’s return as US President. The industry is hopeful for a strong dollar, stable policymaking, better tax policies for corporations, and increased US investment as an alternative to China. Read More
