TVK leaders Anand and Nirmal Kumar approached the Madurai Bench of Madras HC seeking anticipatory bail over the Karur stampede that killed 41 during Vijay’s rally on September 27. They claimed police and administrative lapses caused the tragedy, not organisers’ fault, and urged protection from arrest. Petitions will be heard on October 3.
Amit Shah will today inaugurate and lay the foundation stone for multiple Delhi Jal Board projects worth over ₹1,800 crore. In a post on X, he said the initiative, part of Seva Pakhwada observed from Sept 17 to Oct 2, will be “a day filled with gifts for Delhi residents,” reflecting the government’s commitment to […]
An IndiGo flight (6E 762) from Mumbai to Delhi with nearly 200 passengers received a bomb threat this morning, sources said. A full emergency was declared at Delhi airport before the Airbus A321neo landed safely. Security agencies later found the threat non-specific. An official statement from IndiGo regarding the incident is still awaited.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid last respects to veteran BJP leader Vijay Kumar Malhotra, who passed away at 93. His mortal remains were placed at his residence before being taken to the Delhi BJP office. PM Modi called him an “outstanding leader” who strengthened the party in Delhi. JP Nadda, CM Rekha Gupta, and senior […]
Slaughterhouses and all meat shops under GHMC limits are ordered to remain closed on Oct 2 in observance of Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti. These orders were issued based on the resolution of the Standing Committee under Section 533 (b) of the GHMC Act-1955. The steps will be taken to protect the sanctity of Gandhi Jayanti by […]
The Telangana government has changed the name of the Telugu flyover to ‘Telangana Thalli’ flyover. The Telugu flyover in the State Secretariat area is marked with the words ‘Telangana Thalli’ on the board. The then CM Chandrababu Naidu laid the foundation stone for the construction of the Telugu Thalli Flyover in 1997.
Tamil Nadu Police arrested YouTuber Felix Gerald today for allegedly making misleading remarks about the Karur stampede at TVK leader Vijay’s rally on September 27, which killed 41 people. Officials said his video risked spreading misinformation and inciting unrest while the official investigation continues into the tragic incident involving women and children.
At least 65 students are feared buried after an Islamic school collapsed in Sidoarjo, East Java. One body has been recovered, and 99 injured students are hospitalized. The four-story building, expanded without a permit, collapsed during afternoon prayers. Most male students were trapped, while females escaped. Authorities are investigating the cause.
Myanmar witnessed an earthquake of magnitude 4.7 this morning. The earthquake caused tremors in various northeastern states of India, such as Assam, Manipur, and Nagaland. The NCS said that the earthquake occurred at a depth of 15 km. As a result, the tremors caused panic among the people. So far, no casualties have been reported.
PM Modi will attend Durga Puja celebrations today at Kali Mandir and Shiva Temple in CR Park, South Delhi, on Ashtami. SPG security checks and traffic advisories are in place, with road closures and diversions. The visit highlights cultural solidarity during Navratri, as CR Park’s grand festivities attract thousands of devotees from across Delhi-NCR.
Typhoon Bualoi has killed 19 people in Vietnam, with 21 missing, causing widespread flooding and landslides. Over 100,000 homes were damaged, 88 injured, and 10,000 hectares of crops submerged. Heavy rains, strong winds, and lightning continue, especially in northern regions, including Hanoi, leaving villages cut off with no power or traffic.
Boeing has begun developing a next-generation single-aisle aircraft to eventually replace the 737 Max, in early-stage design and engine discussions. CEO Kelly Ortberg met Rolls-Royce executives on potential engines, and a new senior product leader was appointed. The move comes amid ongoing safety concerns after a 737 Max panel detached mid-air last year.
Trump announced a 100% tariff on foreign films, sparking global concern. Indian filmmakers, including Pan Nalin and Kabir Khan, questioned its feasibility, noting most Hollywood productions use overseas locations and VFX. Indian cinema earns modestly in the US, mainly from diaspora audiences, so the tariffs are unlikely to significantly impact box office revenues.
Donald Trump unveiled a 20-point Gaza plan, thanking Israeli PM Netanyahu for support and warning Hamas of US-backed retaliation if it rejects peace. The deal calls for ceasefire, hostage releases, Israeli withdrawal, disarmament of Hamas, and international oversight, while promising Palestinians amnesty, aid, investment, and rebuilding opportunities.
India has launched anti-dumping probes into Chinese imports, including mobile covers, solar encapsulants, rubber chemicals, and acids, citing MSME losses and unfair pricing. DGTR is also investigating glass from Malaysia, Indonesia, and solar materials from South Korea, Thailand, and Vietnam, highlighting severe dumping and market erosion.