The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has significantly stepped up its capability to predict disruptive weather driven by climate change, the government told the Rajya Sabha. Key upgrades under Mission Mausam include deployment of Doppler Weather Radars (DWRs), operationalisation of the Bharat Forecast System (BharatFS) at 6 km resolution, and strengthened…
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Goa Nightclub Fire Kills 25; Probe Launched Into Gas Blast
A late-night blaze at a popular nightclub in Goa’s Arpora region claimed 25 lives on Saturday, shocking the state’s bustling tourism belt. Authorities have confirmed that most of the victims were employees of the establishment, while several tourists were also among the dead. The incident occurred around midnight when a…
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Murshidabad Tense as Humayun Kabir Lays Mosque Foundation
Thousands gathered on Saturday as suspended Trinamool Congress (TMC) MLA Humayun Kabir laid the foundation stone for a mosque in Beldanga, Murshidabad. The ceremony described by organisers as modelled after the “Babri Masjid” was conducted under heavy security with large contingents of local police, Rapid Action Force and central forces…
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Sanchar Saathi Helps Recover 50,000+ Phones in October, Boosts Digital Security
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) announced on November 25 that the Sanchar Saathi platform helped recover over 50,000 lost and stolen mobile handsets in October 2025 the highest monthly tally since the service’s launch. This milestone contributed to India crossing the larger benchmark of 7 lakh total handset recoveries, underscoring…
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Amit Shah to Chair 32nd Northern Zonal Council Meet
Faridabad, Nov 17, 2025: Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Shri Amit Shah will chair the 32nd meeting of the Northern Zonal Council in Faridabad on Monday. The meeting brings together representatives from Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Rajasthan, Delhi, Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh and Chandigarh to deliberate on inter-state…
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PM Modi Condoles Delhi Blast Victims, Reviews Situation
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday expressed deep grief over the loss of lives in a blast reported in Delhi earlier in the evening. The Prime Minister conveyed his condolences to the bereaved families and wished a speedy recovery to those injured, while assuring that authorities are providing all necessary…
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DRI Busted Alprazolam Factory in Valsad; ₹22 Cr Drugs Seized
Valsad, Gujarat – In a significant crackdown on synthetic drug manufacturing, the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has busted a clandestine Alprazolam production unit in a remote area off Gujarat State Highway 701, Valsad. The operation, codenamed “Operation White Cauldron”, resulted in the seizure of drugs worth ₹22 crore and…
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Powai Studio Hostage: 17 Children Rescued, Accused Shot Dead
Mumbai, October 31, 2025: Mumbai Police successfully rescued 17 children and two adults from RA Studio in the Mahavir Classik building, Powai, after a tense standoff with a man identified as Rohit Arya. The accused was shot during the rescue operation and later died while undergoing treatment, police said. How…
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DRI Seizes ₹4.8 Crore Chinese Firecrackers
New Delhi, October 21, 2025: In a major crackdown against illegal imports, the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has seized Chinese-origin firecrackers worth ₹4.82 crore under its ongoing operation code-named “Operation Fire Trail.” The consignment was intercepted at Mumbai’s Nhava Sheva port, one of India’s busiest trade gateways. Container Declared…
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PM Mourns Jaipur Hospital Fire Victims, Offers Condolences
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday expressed deep sorrow over the tragic fire that broke out at a hospital in Jaipur, Rajasthan. The incident claimed several lives and left others injured, prompting an outpouring of condolences and concern from across the nation. In a message shared by the Prime Minister’s…