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New Delhi: Balochi representative Mir Yar Baloch warned India about brewing threats, cautioning the External Affairs Minister (EAM) regarding the growing military ties between Beijing and Islamabad. Baloch spoke of an “unimaginable threat” to the Indian subcontinent and also commended India’s retaliation against Pakistan. In an open letter posted on X on January 1, the Baloch leader warned that the strategic relations between China and Pakistan are tied to the completion of the final stages of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) initiative. He expressed concern over the security threats that both his country and India could face amid what he described as a “dangerous” initiative. 'China may deploy its forces in Balochistan within a few months ' In the letter, Baloch noted that Balochistan has faced relentless threats from Pakistan for the past seventy-nine years. He cautioned that Baloch forces need to be equipped to counter Chinese military deployment,...
New Delhi: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Friday issued a stern warning to Islamabad over its relentless terror attacks. Speaking at an event at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras, Jaishankar labelled Pakistan a “bad neighbour.” Reiterating his message, the External Affairs Minister said that “nobody can tell us what we should or should not do,” referring to India’s retaliatory response following the Pahalgam attack under Operation Sindoor. Addressing the gathering, Jaishankar criticised Pakistan for repeatedly carrying out terror attacks in India. He said that India’s western neighbour has consistently pursued terrorism. “If a country decides that it will deliberately, persistently, and unrepentantly continue with terrorism, we have the right to defend our people against it. We will exercise that right,” he added. “How we exercise that right is up to us. Nobody can tell us what we should or should not do. We will do whatever we have to do to...
New Delhi: The latest developments in the Indore water contamination case have revealed the presence of harmful bacteria in the area’s drinking water. Samples submitted for testing were found to contain faecal coliform, E. coli, and Klebsiella. According to reports, a leak in a main drinking water pipeline led to the contamination. Laboratory tests confirmed that residents suffered a diarrhoea outbreak, which proved fatal for many. At least fifteen people have lost their lives, while over 150 are currently receiving treatment in hospitals. The incident occurred in Indore’s Bhagirathipura area. So far, 80 samples have been tested. While some reports have been received, others are still awaited. Owing to the deteriorating conditions of residents in Bhagirathipura, the Madhya Pradesh government has decided to take appropriate action regarding the contamination. The situation worsened after locals questioned the government’s inaction despite repeated complaints. Matter has...
New Delhi: New York Mayor Zoran Mamdani wrote a letter to student activist Umar Khalid, who has been under trial for the past five years in connection with the 2020 Delhi riots. In the letter, the newly elected Indian-origin mayor mentioned that they are all “thinking about him”. The heart-wrenching letter was shared by Khalid’s partner, Banjyostna Lahiri, in a post on X. The letter was undated and was shared after Mamdani’s swearing-in ceremony on Thursday. Mamdani’s letter read: “Dear Umar, I think of your words on bitterness and the importance of not letting it consume oneself. It was a pleasure to meet your parents. We are all thinking of you.” The notable meeting of Mamdani and the Khalid family Khalid’s father, Syed Qasim Rasool Ilyas, met Mamdani and his wife in December last year. The former JNU scholar’s family had travelled to the US to meet their daughter. In his statement, Ilyas said that he had requested a brief moment to congratulate Mamdani on his...
New Delhi: As civic polls approach, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) is setting up 10,231 polling stations across the city to cater to its 10.3 million voters. According to Municipal Commissioner and District Election Officer Bhushan Gagrani, the polling stations have been planned keeping voter accessibility in mind. Factors such as ward-wise population, number of voters, and geographical conditions were taken into consideration. Reports say the civic body has published the final ward-wise list of polling stations for all 227 wards, in accordance with the rules and guidelines of the State Election Commission. Preparations have been made to ensure transparency and to provide voters with a safe, convenient, and hassle-free voting experience. To avoid confusion, Gagrani advised voters to cross-check their respective polling stations in advance. BMC to set up Voter Assistance Centres The 10,231 polling stations are spread across 24 administrative ward offices and include 23...
New Delhi: As the New Year begins, Delhi continues to struggle with toxic air and dense smog, making it difficult for daily commuters to navigate the city. Smoke and dust pollutants, combined with chilly weather, have led to low visibility during the morning hours. Amid the smoke-laden air, the overall AQI in Delhi-NCR has been recorded at 386, which falls under the “very poor” category. The AQI at Anand Vihar was recorded at 173, while Pitampura registered 180. People struggled to commute through city lanes as a thick layer of smog blanketed the capital, crippling visibility for residents. The freezing weather has worsened conditions, with the maximum temperature in Delhi expected to reach 17°C and the minimum 10°C, the IMD said. IndiGo issues advisory Dense fog blanketing the national capital has prompted IndiGo Airlines to issue an advisory for passengers. The advisory stated, “Early-morning fog is expected to affect visibility across #Delhi. A few flights scheduled for...
At least 128 journalists and media workers have lost their lives, making it another horrifying year for journalism. The worst-affected regions include, Middle East and the Arab world. The list has been released by the International Federation of Journalists (IFJ). **live[23:45,2026-01-02,breaking_news]** Youth Congress protests Indore water tragedy, 21 detained over ‘ghanta’ row Youth Congress activists on Friday staged a protest outside the Indore Municipal Corporation over deaths linked to contaminated drinking water, carrying a large bell and demanding action. Police detained 21 protesters as a preventive measure. The protest followed controversial remarks by BJP leader Kailash Vijayvargiya. Protesters alleged administrative negligence, sought Rs 1 crore compensation for victims’ families, and demanded the resignation of Vijayvargiya and Mayor Pushyamitra Bhargava. **live[23:01,2026-01-02,breaking_news]** Congress, BJP claim major rebel withdrawals ahead of Nagpur civic polls...
New Delhi: A disturbing video has surfaced on social media, showing a woman sub-inspector in Uttar Pradesh’s Meerut allegedly abusing and threatening car driver in the middle of heavy traffic. The video has triggered widespread outrage online, with users demanding strict action against the officer. The incident reportedly took place near Abu Lane around 7 pm on a busy evening. The sub-inspector, identified as Ratna Rathi, arrived at the spot in her Hyundai i20 and got stuck in a traffic jam. Allegedly unable to control her anger, she stepped out of her car and got into an argument with the occupants of a nearby vehicle. The officer was seen verbally abusing the occupants. How did the matter escalate? The viral video shows the woman officer getting out of her vehicle and abusing the occupants of a nearby car. When the woman in the car attempted to intervene, Rathi allegedly chastised her using offensive language. Following this, the man stepped out of the vehicle, after which Rathi...
New Delhi: Priyanka Gandhi Vadra’s son, Raihan Vadra, recently exchanged rings with his long-time girlfriend, Aviva Baig. Even as Raihan has repeatedly expressed his decision to stay away from active politics, being part of the Gandhi family legacy has inevitably shaped public perceptions of his life. In one such instance, Raihan recalled that associates of Rahul Gandhi often urged him to enter politics, much like his “beloved mamu.” A few months ago, in an interview with TV9 Bharatvarsh, Raihan said he was never inclined towards politics, despite belonging to a family with a political legacy dating back to independent India. He stated that he was drawn to art from an early age and chose to pursue a creative path instead. ‘People insist me to join politics’ Raihan noted that during formal interactions with his uncle Rahul Gandhi, people would frequently encourage him to join politics. In the interview, he praised Rahul Gandhi’s Bharat Jodo Yatra, describing it as an...
New Delhi: As Mumbai prepares for New Year’s Eve celebrations, the city’s transport authorities have rolled out a detailed plan, featuring the first overnight operation of the new Metro Line 3. The year-end arrangements also include additional bus services and special suburban train operations. The fully underground Aqua Line, which runs from Cuffe Parade to Aarey JVLR via the Bandra-Kurla Complex, is scheduled to operate from 10.30 pm on December 31 until 5.55 am on January 1, 2026. Reports say the 33.5-km corridor, connecting key business and administrative hubs, is expected to provide a critical and safe travel alternative amid anticipated road congestion. According to an official, the comprehensive plan has been rolled out primarily to ensure smooth travel and enhanced safety, particularly for women and children. He added that Mumbai witnesses massive crowds to welcome the New Year and explained that the overnight travel arrangement was implemented specifically to ease traffic...
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