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The CBI has arrested a Delhi Police Crime Branch Inspector and a middleman for allegedly demanding a Rs 3 crore bribe to influence an investigation into a fake drug manufacturing case. A senior DGCA official is also under scrutiny for their alleged involvement in the bribery scheme.
Few leaders since Independence have been able to establish such a direct connection with the electorate or shape the national conversation to the extent that Narendra Modi has done over the past decade, points out former Union minister Dr Karan Singh.
Police in Jammu and Kashmir's Samba district have arrested two alleged drug peddlers in separate operations, recovering over 113 grams of heroin-like substance valued at more than Rs 50 lakh. The arrests are part of an ongoing drug-free campaign, with one accused identified as a notorious peddler. Authorities have reiterated their commitment to continuing anti-narcotics operations to curb drug smuggling.
Kerala Chief Minister V D Satheesan has strongly condemned the social media campaign against national award-winning Malayalam actor Salim Kumar during his illness and after his death. Satheesan criticised the abusive comments and the intrusive behaviour of online media during the actor's cremation, calling for greater responsibility from both individuals and media organisations.
The Union Cabinet applauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi for becoming India's longest continuously serving elected Prime Minister, surpassing Jawaharlal Nehru's record. Modi first took office in 2014, was re-elected in 2019, and began his third consecutive term in June 2024.
A YouTuber in Shivpuri, Madhya Pradesh, known for showcasing her lavish lifestyle online, had goods worth nearly Rs 1 lakh stolen from her home. Police suspect the thieves used her social media posts to plan the crime and are investigating, having found some clues.
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has dismissed allegations of 'seat theft' in the upcoming Rajya Sabha polls, asserting that Congress candidate Meenakshi Natarajan's nomination was deliberately undermined by her own party leaders who were vying for the same seat.
Authorities in Jammu demolished the house of alleged drug peddler Falla Gujjar as part of an ongoing crackdown against narcotics trafficking and illegal assets. This action follows due legal procedures and is part of a broader campaign to curb the drug menace and disrupt criminal networks in the region.
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) and other key Mumbai offices received email threats warning of explosions, prompting a major security alert and investigation by Mumbai Police. The emails allegedly referenced Khalistan and targeted the Mayor's office, CMO, and BSE building.
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A man was arrested at the India-Nepal border in Maharajganj, Uttar Pradesh, with over 2.30 kg of high-grade hydroponic weed worth approximately Rs 1 crore. The arrest by SSB personnel led to the accused being handed over to the Narcotics Control Bureau for further investigation into a cross-border drug network.
Elon Musk's Starlink is in "active and productive discussions" with the Indian government, awaiting final regulatory clearance, including spectrum allocation, to launch its satellite internet services, despite media reports suggesting a freeze on approvals.
A long-standing rivalry in Baghpat, Uttar Pradesh, escalated into a fatal shootout, resulting in the deaths of a tent trader, his son, and the alleged attacker. The incident, captured on CCTV, involved locals reportedly beating the attacker, who later succumbed to injuries. Police have arrested one person and formed multiple teams to apprehend others involved, while the town experienced protests and a market shutdown.
'Now if you break the party under the 10th Schedule you have to join another party.' 'You cannot join the NDA as it is not a party. You can only join another party, and that is the BJP.' 'So the question to ask is that these so-called 20 TMC Lok Sabha MPs who are parting ways with the TMC, are they ready to join the BJP and accept Narendra Modi as their leader?'
Nagpur police launched a search operation at the RSS headquarters after Mayor Neeta Thakre received an email claiming an explosive device was planted there. No suspicious items were found, and an investigation is underway to trace the source of the threat.
Real Madrid's $173.25 million bid for Atletico Madrid forward Julian Alvarez was rejected, with Atletico publicly mocking their rivals' announcement.
The India-Oman free trade agreement, operationalised on June 1, is set to create significant export opportunities for India's labour-intensive and value-added sectors, including textiles, gems and jewellery, and marine products, while also strengthening energy security.
This week, we get horror movies of all flavours, from Kane Parson's psychological horror Backrooms or Vikram Bhatt's supernatural thriller Haunted 3D: Echoes Of The Past.
India fast bowler Gurnoor Brar has emerged as one of the country's promising pace prospects after a steady rise through college cricket and domestic performances, earning a call-up to the national setup ahead of India A's upcoming tour.
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