A 19-year-old of Punjabi origin, Gaurav Chopra, has been arrested in Texas for allegedly killing his parents and grandmother. The incident occurred just months after the family visited their native village in India. His brother narrowly escaped the attack, reporting Gaurav fled the scene. Investigators are seeking a motive for the shocking crime.
Over a six-month period, the CISF protecting the Delhi Metro made headlines by recovering cash and valuables exceeding Rs 22.8 lakh, including gold and electronics. Additionally, they played a vital role in reuniting 69 missing children with their families and provided assistance to 152 women in distress. This demonstrates their unwavering dedication to enhancing commuter
European Council President Antonio Costa defended his office’s direct diplomatic outreach to Russia, emphasizing the need for communication channels despite the absence of immediate peace talks over Ukraine. While some EU leaders expressed concerns about uncoordinated efforts and maintaining pressure on Moscow, others, like Spain and Ireland, backed the initiative as a necessary diplomatic tool
The Indian rupee strengthened for a second day, closing at 94.33 against the US dollar, buoyed by positive India-US trade talks. Hopes for an interim trade agreement between the two nations are rising, with negotiators urged to expedite efforts. However, global uncertainties and a stronger dollar limited the rupee’s gains. Analysts anticipate continued inflows supporting
India’s naval might is set to surge with the commissioning of three advanced, indigenously built warships in Kolkata on Sunday. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will preside over the ceremony for the stealth frigate Dunagiri, survey vessel Sanshodhak, and anti-submarine warfare craft Agray. These platforms significantly boost India’s blue-water capabilities, coastal defense, and surveying prowess, showcasing
Two workers vanished inside a Bengaluru sewage plant, sparking outrage from activists who claim they were illegally hired for hazardous work without safety. The water authority denies manual scavenging, stating the men entered unauthorizedly while attempting gate repairs. The incident highlights ongoing concerns about worker safety and accountability in the city’s sanitation sector, with calls
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After several rounds of discussions at Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM), the “Green Contribution Scheme” is being finalised for implementation from Oct-Nov when Delhi and adjoining areas face severe air pollution. The scheme would cover around 5,000 sq km of NCR. People privy to the discussion said the green charge may be around Rs
