Late Monday evening, a high-intensity explosion rocked a busy intersection near the historic Red Fort Metro Station in Delhi, leaving multiple casualties and prompting a swift response from both law-enforcement and civic authorities. In the aftermath, the Delhi Government under Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced a relief package that aims to assist the families of the deceased and those grievously injured. The Incident The explosion occurred near Gate No. 1 of the Red Fort Metro Station, where a slow-moving vehicle came to a halt at a traffic signal and suddenly detonated. According to officials, a Hyundai i20 was involved, and…
Author: JITENDRA KUMAR
New Delhi — The Indian capital woke up to an apocalyptic scene on Friday as the Air Quality Index (AQI) breached the 700 mark in several areas, turning the air unbreathable and the skyline an eerie grey. The thick smog that enveloped the city was not just a visual reminder of environmental neglect but a tangible public-health emergency. By mid-morning, official data from multiple monitoring stations across Delhi showed AQI readings hovering between 680 and 750, far above the “severe” threshold of 400. In localities such as Bawana, Anand Vihar, and Jahangirpuri, readings topped 770 — levels at which even…
In the pre-dawn hours of Monday, a powerful earthquake measuring magnitude 6.3 struck northern Afghanistan, leaving at least 20 people dead and about 320 injured, according to official figures. The tsunami-sized human impact belies the moderate size of the quake; its shallow depth, terrain and infrastructure vulnerabilities have all combined to magnify the devastation. The epicentre was near the town of Khulm in the mountainous region of the country’s north, with the quake occurring at a depth of 28 km (17 miles). The provinces of Balkh Province and Samangan Province appear to have been the hardest-hit, with whole villages reported…
Delhi’s ambitious attempt to manufacture rain through cloud-seeding has ended in disappointment, leaving both citizens and scientists under dry skies. The much-touted experiment, carried out jointly by the Delhi government and the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT-Kanpur), aimed to provide temporary relief from the capital’s suffocating smog. But despite multiple flights, extensive planning, and several crores of taxpayer money, not a drop of meaningful rainfall fell over the city. Officials had hoped that artificial showers would wash away pollutants and offer a brief respite to residents battling record-high pollution levels. Instead, the outcome has exposed the limits of weather…
In a devastating turn of events that has shocked Maharashtra, a 28-year-old woman doctor posted in Satara district took her own life, leaving behind a four-page suicide note that details months of sexual assault, intimidation, and political coercion. The note, written partly by hand and partly on paper recovered by police, accuses a police sub-inspector of rape and names a Member of Parliament (MP) as among those who allegedly pressured her to alter medical reports and suppress the truth. The case has reignited a national debate over women’s safety in government service, the accountability of law-enforcement agencies, and the influence…
As the Indian diaspora around the world began its journey home for Deepavali, the most important festival in the Indian calendar, a major disruption left hundreds in limbo. Air India’s scheduled Milan–Delhi flight (AI138), operated by a Boeing 787 Dreamliner, was abruptly cancelled at Milan’s Malpensa Airport due to a technical issue and the crew exceeding their permissible duty time. The fallout left over 250 passengers stranded, many of whom were eager to reunite with their families for the festival. A Routine Departure Turns into a Nightmare The incident occurred on October 17, when the aircraft had completed boarding and…
India has categorically rejected recent claims by former U.S. President Donald Trump that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has promised to stop importing Russian oil. In a clear and firm response, the Indian Ministry of External Affairs denied that any such discussion had taken place, asserting India’s right to make independent decisions regarding its energy policy. The incident, which has triggered political reverberations in both Washington and New Delhi, underscores the delicate balance India is trying to maintain: securing affordable energy while navigating complex global geopolitical tensions, especially regarding the Russia-Ukraine war. Trump’s Claim: A Surprising Assertion While addressing the press…
In a move that blends social equity with digital transformation, the Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) has announced the launch of pink smart cards offering free bus travel to women and transgender passengers in the national capital. The initiative, timed with the festive occasion of Bhai Dooj 2025, aims to replace the existing “pink ticket” system with a more secure, efficient, and data-driven alternative. The new system—called the Saheli Smart Card—marks a significant upgrade to the women’s travel subsidy introduced in 2019, and it is set to change how thousands of commuters navigate Delhi’s public transport every day. Background: From Pink…
In Bihar’s ever-dynamic political theatre, another twist appears to be in the making. Chirag Paswan, leader of the Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas), is signaling his growing frustration with the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) over seat-sharing, and insiders say he may be inching toward a political realignment—with none other than Prashant Kishor. While the alliance is still speculative, Paswan’s recent remarks and backchannel communications have stirred fresh debate within Bihar’s political circles. Cracks in the NDA Wall Paswan’s relationship with the NDA has always been somewhat complex. In the 2020 Assembly elections, he went solo, fielding candidates against JD(U)…
Darjeeling, West Bengal — October 5, 2025A natural catastrophe has struck the hill district of Darjeeling, where at least 20 people — including children — have died in a series of devastating landslides triggered by intense and prolonged rainfall. Entire families have been buried under rubble, bridges have collapsed, and communication lines have snapped, leaving large parts of the region isolated and inaccessible. The torrential rains that began late Saturday night continued well into Sunday, causing hill slopes across the Mirik and Darjeeling subdivisions to cave in, sweeping away homes, vehicles, and anything that stood in the way. Officials fear…