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Surarika Das is an emerging journalist covering crime and political stories at TV9 English. With an eye for detail, she crafts narratives that are both thought-provoking and meaningful. She has previously interned with prestigious organisations like Times Internet, NDTV, Global Indian Network, and Reelfact. A firm believer in lifelong learning, she is always enthusiastic about uncovering the untold stories of people. With a passion for truth and a commitment to impactful journalism, she strives to make every story matter.

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Accused orchestrated Red Fort blast in secret WhatsApp 'chat group' using code names: Sources

New Delhi: In a significant development in the Red Fort Blast case, it has been revealed that the accused orchestrated their plan through a Whatsapp group, which they named "Wolf Pack." Sources say the group was mainly active between 11 pm and 2 am, a period they called the "Wolf Hours." Shaheen, the alleged mastermind, used to initiate conversations using the "howl" code. Investigators believe Shaheen planned all the crucial tasks in the group, using the howl code to communicate. She had also created two subgroups led by females, named Aurora and Luna, after female wolves Code names and planned attacks Parvez, during his night shifts, was active in the group to plan the attacks. Investigators revealed that multiple numbers were connected to the WhatsApp group. While Shaheen was the admin, other accused such as Parvez, Arif, and others were also part of the group, sources revealed. To maintain secrecy, the attackers used codenames instead of their real names. Arif was known as...

  • Surarika Das
  • Updated on: Nov 17, 2025 | 03:40 PM

Attention Mumbaikars! CNG supply disrupted after pipeline damage; auto, taxis likely to be affected

New Delhi: Mumbai’s Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) supply was severely affected after damage to the main pipeline was detected. The financial capital largely depends on autorickshaws and taxis—including those operated by companies such as Ola and Uber—as well as several public transport buses that run on CNG supplied by Mahanagar Gas Limited (MGL). The Mahanagar gas utility on Sunday said it has “prioritised” supply to residential consumers to ensure that piped natural gas to homes remains uninterrupted. According to an official statement issued by the company, third-party damage was discovered in the main gas supply pipeline of GAIL (Gas Authority of India) inside the RCF (Rashtriya Chemicals and Fertilisers) compound, due to which gas supply to MGL’s City Gate Station (CGS) at Wadala has been affected. Pipeline failure sparks shutdown The damage has resulted in the halting of operations at CNG stations in Mumbai, Thane, and Navi Mumbai. The stations may not function...

  • Surarika Das
  • Updated on: Nov 17, 2025 | 12:57 PM

Boon or bane? Bengaluru woman orders vegan sandwich, gets prawns, wins Rs 1 lakh compensation

New Delhi: It was an ordinary evening when Nisha G.(37) from Bengaluru was craving a delicious vegan sandwich, but her online order left her stunned after she discovered pieces of prawn in it. After she filed an official complaint about the mismanagement, the Consumer Commission directed the food delivery app and the restaurant to jointly pay her Rs 1 lakh in compensation for negligence. The incident dates back to October 2024, when the Brahmin woman ordered a “vegan” sandwich from the Paris Panini outlet through a food delivery app. As she took the first bite, she felt a strange taste on her tongue. Out of suspicion, she checked the sandwich and discovered multiple pieces of prawns in it, Times of India reported. The next day, the complainant visited the restaurant and confronted the manager. The manager admitted the mix-up, blaming it on the “heavy rush” that day. Although the food outlet offered her a replacement, Nisha refused, saying that her religious and cultural...

  • Surarika Das
  • Updated on: Nov 17, 2025 | 11:51 AM

'An attempted murder': UP woman reveals harrowing tale of assault by in-laws

New Delhi: A woman from Baghpat in Uttar Pradesh reported that she had been subjected to both physical and sexual assault by her in-laws since the early days of her marriage. The main accused, named Danish, wed the alleged victim on October 24 of the previous year. The survivor stated that she had been sexually abused and raped by at least eight men throughout the months. According to the woman, Danish is an alcoholic and was an incorrigible gambler. He would frequently come home drunk and hit her. The matter worsened when the accused put the woman on stake in the gambling game. Victim made serious allegations The woman reportedly alleged that her husband, along with other men, forced her to have sexual relations with many others. In her statement, she mentioned the names of three men, Umesh Gupta, Monu and Anshul. All of them reside in Ghaziabad. The victim also claimed that the in-laws, including her brother-in-law, Shahid , father-in-law and sister-in-law 's husband, Shaukeen...

  • Surarika Das
  • Updated on: Nov 17, 2025 | 10:36 AM

Video: Sakurajima volcano erupts in Japan, 4.4 km ash plume grounds flights

New Delhi: A massive volcano on Sakurajima erupted in Japan’s Kagoshima Prefecture on Monday. According to the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA), a thick plume of ash and smoke rose up to 4,400 meters into the air. The eruption occurred at around 12:57 am at the Minamidake crater. After October 18, 2024, it is believed to be the first eruption in which flames rose above 4,000 meters. Volcanic activity continued through the morning, prompting ashfall forecasts for parts of Kagoshima, Kumamoto, and Miyazaki prefectures. Local authorities reported no injuries or structural damage. Large volcanic rocks reached as far as the fifth station, though the JMA confirmed that no pyroclastic flows had occurred. The alert level remains at three out of five, restricting access to the mountain. Ashfall disrupts flights and local life The weather department said that volcanic ash drifted northeast following the latest eruptions, with ashfall expected in Kagoshima and Miyazaki. Reports indicated that...

  • Surarika Das
  • Updated on: Nov 17, 2025 | 09:01 AM

Family rift escalates: After Rohini, Lalu's three more daughters vacate Patna residence

New Delhi: As the rift intensifies within Lalu Prasad’s family, three of his daughters— Ragini, Rajlakshmi, and Chanda—have also left the patriarch’s residence. The three, along with their children, departed from the Patna home and headed to Delhi. This development comes a day after Lalu’s daughter Rohini Acharya announced her decision to sever all ties with her family and even leave the party. Rohini claimed she was disgraced and abused, forcing her to step away. The escalating tension traces its roots to the recently concluded Assembly Elections in Bihar. The RJD performed significantly poorly, securing only 25 seats. When Rohini questioned the reasons behind the party’s crushing defeat, she was “disgraced, abused, and thrown out.” Why did Rohini disown her family According to a statement issued by Rohini, the RJD is unwilling to take responsibility for its electoral loss. Earlier, she had taken full blame upon herself. “I 'm quitting politics, and I 'm...

  • Surarika Das
  • Updated on: Nov 17, 2025 | 11:15 AM

Breaking News Live Updates: Delhi court sends Red Fort blast accused to 10-day NIA custody

 An earthquake of magnitude 4.4 struck Xinjiang on Monday, a statement by the National Centre for Seismology (NCS) said. As per the NCS, the earthquake struck at a shallow depth of 10km. Shallow earthquakes are more dangerous than deep earthquakes. China 's geographical location makes at prone to frequent seismic activity. **live[23:07,2025-11-17,breaking_news]** BJP slams Mehbooba for Delhi blast remarks; claims regional parties fuelling radicalisation in J-K  The BJP on Monday lambasted former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Mehbooba Mufti for linking the Delhi blast to the situation in the Union Territory, terming her comments "irresponsible" and "dangerous". The PDP chief on Sunday claimed the car blast near the Red Fort on November 10 that killed 13 people reflected a deepening sense of insecurity across the country and a failure of the government 's policies in Jammu and Kashmir. **live[18:28,2025-11-17,breaking_news]** Defamation case against Rahul: Hearing in UP...

  • Surarika Das
  • Updated on: Nov 17, 2025 | 11:08 PM

'True nationalism doesn't justify massacres': Shashi Tharoor's responds to Assam Minister's 'gobi farming' post

New Delhi: A day after Assam Minister Ashok Singhal shared his controversial “gobi farming” post, Shashi Tharoor responded when a user tagged him under the original post. Many viewers were shocked by Singhal’s remark, which said “Bihar approves Gobi farming,” and the post faced widespread criticism. The image shared by the Assam Minister alluded to the 1989 Logain massacre in Bhagalpur, Bihar. In Logain alone, more than 100 bodies were reportedly buried to hide the killings. Tharoor’s strong response An X user, @isaifpatel, replied to Singhal’s post, stating that a cabinet minister was publicly “glorifying the massacre of 116 Muslims to celebrate an election victory.” He tagged Tharoor, urging the senior Congress leader to gather a group of influential Hindu leaders to condemn what he described as the “normalisation of one of the worst pogroms perpetrated against Bihari Muslims.” Tharoor then responded, indirectly addressing Singhal’s “gobi farming” remark....

  • Surarika Das
  • Updated on: Nov 16, 2025 | 03:15 PM

Bihar cabinet: Nitish may stay CM amid BJP 'hesitation'; NDA 'agrees' on portfolio-sharing formula

New Delhi: Nitish Kumar may once again take oath as Chief Minister with the formation of a new NDA government in Bihar, following the alliance’s sweeping victory. The swearing-in ceremony is expected on Wednesday or Thursday, depending on Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s availability. NDA’s decisive mandate The NDA secured an unprecedented mandate this time, with both the BJP and JDU improving on their 2020 tally. The BJP emerged as the largest party with 89 seats, while the JDU followed closely with 85. Smaller partners — LJP (Ram Vilas), HAM, and RLSP — also recorded strong performances. Government formation begins The process gathered momentum today with the notification for constituting the 18th Bihar Assembly. The Election Commission will brief Governor Arif Mohammad Khan on the final results, after which the Model Code of Conduct will formally end. Nitish Kumar has convened a cabinet meeting tomorrow, where the dissolution of the outgoing 17th Assembly is likely to be...

  • Surarika Das
  • Updated on: Nov 16, 2025 | 03:36 PM

Union Minister Harsh Malhotra hosts East Delhi Namo run to promote sports, fitness, and road safety

New Delhi: The Minister of State for Corporate Affairs & Road Transport and Highways, Harsh Malhotra, hosted the Namo Run on the theme of road safety as part of the Sansad Khel Mahotsav 2025 – East Delhi at Yamuna Sports Complex, Surajmal Vihar. The run was flagged off by Chief Guests Rekha Gupta, Chief Minister of Delhi, and Virendra Sachdeva, State President of BJP Delhi. Over 6,000 participants, ranging from schoolchildren to senior citizens, took part, demonstrating enthusiasm and energy while emphasizing fitness, responsible behavior on the roads, and awareness of road safety. The event highlighted the importance of community engagement, bringing together fitness enthusiasts, sports aficionados, and community leaders. Malhotra said that the Namo Run aligns with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision for India’s youth, who he believes can drive the country’s growth and play a pivotal role in realizing the ambitious Viksit Bharat@2047 vision. The run reflects the...

  • Surarika Das
  • Updated on: Nov 16, 2025 | 11:37 AM
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