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Shoes, slippers, clothes: How Delhi station looked after the deadly stampede

Times of India - Sun, 02/16/2025 - 06:49
A tragic stampede at New Delhi Railway Station has resulted in the death of 18 individuals following a crowd surge of passengers heading to Maha Kumbh. Victims' belongings were scattered across the premises, while rescue efforts ensued. Compensation for victims and their families has been announced by the Railways.
Categories: National News

ISIL unable to mount large-scale attacks in India: U.N. report

Hindu - Sun, 02/16/2025 - 06:28
ISIL (Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant) is a terrorist group that aims to establish a caliphate in West Asia. It's also known as the Islamic State and Da'esh
Categories: National News

Dharmendra Pradhan’s comments on NEP: Tamils will not accept brash blackmail; Delhi might have to see their unique nature, says CM Stalin

Hindu - Sun, 02/16/2025 - 06:27
CM Stalin questioned: “Which section of the Indian Constitution is making the three-language policy mandatory? Can the Education Minister point out?”
Categories: National News

Unearthing an ancient Tamil civilisation

Hindu - Sun, 02/16/2025 - 06:15
N. Sai Charan traces the significance of the historically important sites excavated in the State.
Categories: National News

'Nobody laughed': JD Vance called out over joke comparing Musk to Greta Thunberg

Times of India - Sun, 02/16/2025 - 06:11
US Vice President JD Vance faced criticism after comparing Elon Musk to Greta Thunberg at the Munich Security Conference, sparking backlash from German officials. Vance emphasized internal threats to European democracy and criticized immigration policies, referencing a recent attack in Munich. President Trump backed Vance, highlighting concerns over free speech and immigration in Europe.
Categories: National News

Manipur’s Kuki-Zo MLAs upbeat about peace under President’s Rule

Hindu - Sun, 02/16/2025 - 06:04
Of the 10 legislators belonging to the group of tribes, seven are of the BJP
Categories: National News

‘Blocking’ of Vikatan website: Tamil Nadu CM Stalin condemns act; alleges it’s an example of fascist nature of BJP government

Hindu - Sun, 02/16/2025 - 05:55
In a social media post, CM Stalin said: “It is not fitting for a democracy to block the media over their opinions.” He further sought action against the blocking of the website
Categories: National News

MLA meets Fadnavis to discuss rehabilitation of people affected by demolition in Palghar

Hindu - Sun, 02/16/2025 - 05:48
The Bombay High Court recently asked the VVMC to clarify within three weeks its stand on the rehabilitation of thousands of residents of these illegal buildings
Categories: National News

Bombay HC to hear PIL on Sushant Singh Rajput's death; actor's father hopeful for 'justice'

Hindu - Sun, 02/16/2025 - 05:29
The PIL demands the arrest and interrogation of Shiv Sena (UBT) MLA Aditya Thackeray in connection with the two deaths under mysterious circumstances
Categories: National News

'Never gain': German chancellor slams JD Vance for backing 'fascist' AfD

Times of India - Sun, 02/16/2025 - 05:29
Vance’s speech at the conference shifted focus away from expected discussions on Ukraine and NATO defense policies. Instead, he criticized European nations for suppressing free speech and urged them to remove barriers preventing far-right parties from joining government. His remarks were widely condemned by European leaders.
Categories: National News

'$21M for voter turnout in India': Elon Musk-led DOGE cuts grant; BJP responds

Times of India - Sun, 02/16/2025 - 05:27
The Department of Government Efficiency led by Elon Musk announced major spending cuts, including canceling $21 million for increasing voter turnout in India. Other cancellations include $29 million for political strengthening in Bangladesh and $40 million for a gender equality hub. These actions align with DOGE's mission to cut 'wasteful' spending, but have sparked controversy.
Categories: National News

11 militants arrested in Manipur in two days: Police

Hindu - Sun, 02/16/2025 - 05:15
Two AK-47 rifles, pistols, live ammunition, incriminating documents and booklets were among items recovered from their possession
Categories: National News

News in Frames: Flying on afterburners

Hindu - Sun, 02/16/2025 - 05:07
Kicked off as Avia India in 1993 and rebranded as Aero India in 1996, the biennial airshow in Bengaluru has grown to become the largest such event in Asia
Categories: National News

Congress calls New Delhi Railway Station stampede as ‘failure’ of Railways

Hindu - Sun, 02/16/2025 - 05:03
This incident once again highlights the failure of the Railways and the insensitivity of the government, says Congress leader Rahul Gandhi
Categories: National News

Voting underway for local body elections in Gujarat

Hindu - Sun, 02/16/2025 - 04:58
A total of 5,084 candidates are in the fray and more than 38 lakh persons are eligible to cast vote in these local body polls.
Categories: National News

Government exploring all ways to create wealth from waste: CM Chandrababu Naidu

Hindu - Sun, 02/16/2025 - 04:26
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister focuses on creating wealth from waste, promoting cleanliness and sustainable practices
Categories: National News

Delhi Railway station stampede: ₹10 lakh compensation to kin of deceased, ₹2.5 lakh for seriously injured

Hindu - Sun, 02/16/2025 - 03:57
Those seriously injured will get ₹2.5 lakh and those with minor injuries ₹1 lakh, the Railway announced
Categories: National News

Amir of Qatar to visit India on February 17-18

Hindu - Sun, 02/16/2025 - 03:55
Qatar’s Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al-Thani to visit India, strengthening bilateral relations with talks on various aspects, including trade and investment
Categories: National News

Delhi Railway Station Stampede: Delhi Police to scan CCTV footage

Hindu - Sun, 02/16/2025 - 03:35
Our main target is to investigate the main cause which caused the stampede, says a police source
Categories: National News

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