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SC Vande Mataram Ruling: State Cannot Punish Conscientious Objectors for Refusing to Sing National Song
The Supreme Court ruled that while the state can decide the format of the national song, individuals cannot face criminal penalties or prosecution for refusing to sing Vande Mataram on religious or moral grounds.
Tukaram Mundhe Strikes Again: Maharashtra FDA Seizes 4,700+ Kg of Fake Khoya Ahead of Festivals
Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration chief Tukaram Mundhe launched a massive pre-festive raid, seizing over 4,700 kg of fake khoya made from palm oil and vanaspati.
UPI Merchant Payment Fee Debate: Government Sets 0.4% MDR on Transactions Above ₹2,000
The National Payments Corporation of India announced a new Merchant Discount Rate framework, imposing a 0.4% fee on person-to-merchant UPI payments above ₹2,000 starting October 15, 2026.
Gurugram Hit-and-Run Case: Driver Arrested and Attempt-to-Murder Charges Added After Biker Rammed on Golf Course Road
Gurugram Police arrested the driver responsible for chasing and ramming a woman biker on Golf Course Road, adding strict attempt-to-murder charges following widespread public outrage.
EPFO Wage Ceiling Hike: Government Raises Mandatory Salary Limit to ₹25,000 from ₹15,000
The Union Cabinet has approved a major hike in the EPFO wage ceiling, raising the mandatory coverage limit from ₹15,000 to ₹25,000 per month to expand social security benefits.
Alliance Air Flight from Prayagraj Makes Safe Emergency Landing in Delhi After Engine Issue
An Alliance Air flight carrying around 40 people safely landed at the Delhi airport after experiencing an engine malfunction during its journey from Prayagraj.
India Showcases 37 Cutting-Edge Deep-Tech Innovations at the BRICS Summit in New Delhi
India presented 37 advanced deep-tech startups and ventures at the Bharat Innovates Exposition during the 18th BRICS Summit, highlighting cutting-edge solutions in healthcare, AI, and space technology.
Five Baby Orangutans Found Abandoned in Odisha Forest, Sparking International Smuggling Probe
Five baby orangutans, a species native only to Southeast Asia, were mysteriously found abandoned in an Odisha forest, prompting wildlife authorities and the Indonesian government to investigate a potential international trafficking network.
Gold and Silver Prices Today: Check Latest Rates for 24K and 22K Precious Metals Across Major Cities
Gold and silver prices remained steady across major Indian markets, with 24-carat gold holding near ₹154,840 per 10 grams and silver trading firm at ₹2,45,000 per kilogram.
BJP Leader Gaurav Bhatia Files ₹2 Crore Defamation Suit in Delhi High Court Against Cockroach Janta Party Leaders
Bharatiya Janata Party spokesperson Gaurav Bhatia has approached the Delhi High Court, filing a ₹2 crore defamation lawsuit against the leaders of the Cockroach Janta Party over an allegedly fake and AI-generated social media post.
India and Bangladesh Hold High-Level Strategic Talks to Strengthen Bilateral Ties and Regional Cooperation
Senior diplomatic representatives from India and Bangladesh met in Dhaka to discuss a wide range of strategic issues, committing to a forward-looking partnership based on mutual trust and regional growth.
MEA Clarifies Stance on UN World Map Resolution, Demands Correct Depiction of J&K and Ladakh
The Ministry of External Affairs clarified that India's support for the UN world map resolution does not change its borders, stating that Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh must be shown accurately.
Group Captain Abhinandan Varthaman Retires From Indian Air Force to Join Regional Carrier FLY91
Group Captain Abhinandan Varthaman, famous for shooting down a Pakistani F-16 jet in 2019, has taken premature retirement from the Indian Air Force and joined regional airline FLY91.
DRI Seizes ₹65 Crore Worth of Foreign-Origin Gold in Nationwide Smuggling Crackdown
The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence launched coordinated nationwide operations, seizing over 42 kg of foreign-origin gold and silver worth more than ₹65 crore and arresting 25 people.
Delhi High Court Slams Authorities Over Satya Niketan Collapse, Says Government Cannot Evade Responsibility
The Delhi High Court held the Municipal Corporation of Delhi and Delhi University accountable for the tragic Satya Niketan PG building collapse that killed seven people, ordering strict safety audits and audits of student housing.