India: Bengaluru techie loses over USD 1.3 million in ‘digital arrest’ scam
A 39-year-old software engineer became a victim of a “digital arrest” scam and lost Rs 11.8 crore ($1.3 million) when fraudsters impersonating police officials claimed…
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Indian President Droupadi Murmu appoints governors of five states
In a major government reshuffle, Indian President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday (Dec 24) appointed the governors of five states—Odisha, Mizoram, Kerala, Bihar, and Manipur. Former…
Five Indian Army soldiers killed as vehicle falls into gorge in Jammu and Kashmir’s Poonch
Five soldiers of the Indian Army were killed on Tuesday (Dec 24) in a vehicular accident in Jammu and Kashmir’s Poonch sector. In a post on…
Wanted drug smuggler Sunil Yadav shot dead in US, Lawrence Bishnoi gang claims responsibility
Sunil Yadav, an infamous drug smuggler wanted in several cases in Rajasthan, was shot down in California’s Stockton city on Tuesday (24 Dec), as said…
How 2024 gave a reality check to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi
Narendra Modi appeared politically invincible since he became India’s prime minister a decade ago. With a drained opposition and dispirited media, Modi managed to form…
Indian boy dies by suicide after being invited to birthday party, stripped, urinated upon
Disclaimer: Some readers may find the story disturbing. Discretion is advised. A teen boy in Uttar Pradesh’s Basti died by suicide after he faced severe…
Explainer: India pushes the pedal on Brahmos export
India’s push for BrahMos missile exports is part of Delhi’s focus to become a net exporter and manufacturer of defence products. From Brahmos missile exports…
Memes take social media by storm amid clarification over 18% GST on caramelised popcorn
GST Council recently clarified the popcorn taxation structure at its 55th meeting on Saturday (Dec 21), in which caramelised, salted and plain popcorn are taxed…
Bihar BJP confirms Nitish Kumar as NDA’s chief minister candidate for 2025 polls
The Bihar BJP has resolved the uncertainty surrounding its leadership for the 2025 assembly elections, confirming that Nitish Kumar will remain the face of the…
‘We want her back…’: Bangladesh formally writes to India to facilitate return of Sheikh Hasina
Bangladesh’s foreign ministry on Monday (Dec 23) formally wrote to India to facilitate the return of ousted prime minister Sheikh Hasina. Addressing a press conference…