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01 Dec

Supreme Court Orders Nationwide CBI Probe into Digital Arrest Scams, Questions RBI on Lack of AI Use

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New Delhi, December 1, 2025 — The Supreme Court on Monday directed the CBI to conduct a unified, nationwide investigation into digital arrest scam cases, expressing concern over the rapid rise of this sophisticated cybercrime. The court also questioned the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on why artificial intelligence tools were not being used to identify and freeze bank accounts operated by cybercriminals.Digital arrest scams involve fraudsters impersonating police officers, court officials or government agency representatives. They intimidate victims through audio and video calls, holding them virtually hostage and forcing them to transfer money. Senior citizens are among the most…

01 Dec

Supreme Court Says Delhi-NCR Air Pollution Cannot Be Treated as a Seasonal Issue, Orders Year-Round Monitoring

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaAir Quality, CJI Surya Kant, Delhi-NCR pollution, Stubble Burning, Supreme Court

New Delhi, December 1 — The Supreme Court on Monday said the problem of air pollution in Delhi-NCR cannot be viewed as a “customary” matter taken up only in winter. In a major shift from past practice, the court announced it will hear the issue twice a month throughout the year to examine both short-term and long-term measures to tackle pollution.A bench of Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi said the matter demands continuous attention. The CJI stressed that stubble burning should not become a political or ego-driven debate. He questioned the common narrative that crop residue burning…

01 Dec

Winter Session opens with PM Modi’s tribute to new RS Chairman; warns Opposition against turning House into ‘theatre’

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, Politics, TrendingNarendra Modi, Parliament, Winter Session

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Parliament’s Winter Session commenced on Monday with Prime Minister Narendra Modi using the first day to both congratulate newly appointed Rajya Sabha Chairman C.P. Radhakrishnan and deliver a pointed message to Opposition parties about their conduct inside the House. Speaking in the Upper House, the Prime Minister said Radhakrishnan’s elevation brought “a sense of pride” to the institution, noting that his background in grassroots social work and his years spent engaging with remote communities would enrich parliamentary functioning. Modi recounted the Chairman’s travels through some of Jharkhand’s least-accessible tribal areas, praising his “service-first approach” and his…

01 Dec

Opposition gears up for confrontational Parliament session, to push debates on SIR lapses, BLO fatalities and Delhi smog crisis

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): As Parliament readies to open its latest session on Monday, signs already point toward a volatile week ahead, with Opposition parties preparing to challenge the government on multiple fronts — from alleged irregularities in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls to the deteriorating air quality choking the national capital. The Congress and Aam Aadmi Party have submitted fresh adjournment notices, demanding that the House set aside routine business to take up what they describe as urgent matters of public interest. Central to their protest is the reported distress among Booth Level Officers (BLOs) deployed…

01 Dec

Markets soar to new records as upbeat GDP numbers energize investors

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Indian stock markets kicked off Monday’s session with a strong upward burst, pushing the key indices to unprecedented levels after fresh economic data signaled stronger-than-expected momentum in the country’s growth engine. The Sensex leapt to a new milestone of 86,159.02, rising over 450 points within minutes of opening, while the Nifty climbed past 26,325, also setting a new all-time high. The rally reflected a surge in investor confidence following India’s 8.2% GDP expansion in the July–September quarter — the quickest growth seen in six quarters. Buying was particularly strong in several major index components. Adani Ports,…

30 Nov

Eleven Killed, Over 20 Injured as Two State-Run Buses Collide Head-On Near Karaikudi

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Karaikudi, November 30, 2025— Eleven people, including eight women, two men and a child, lost their lives on Sunday when two government buses collided head-on about 15 km from Karaikudi, police officials said. All the victims died on the spot due to the impact of the crash.More than 20 passengers sustained injuries and were immediately taken to nearby government hospitals for treatment, a senior district police officer confirmed.When asked about the cause of the collision, the official said that investigators are still examining the circumstances. “It was a head-on collision, the reason is not clear, we are looking into it,”…

30 Nov

Centre Enforces New SIM-Binding Rules, Apps Like WhatsApp Web and Telegram to Auto-Logout Every Six Hours

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New Delhi, November 30, 2025— The Union government has introduced strict SIM-binding rules that will significantly change how users access messaging platforms such as WhatsApp Web, Telegram, Signal, Arattai and Snapchat. Under the new mandate, these apps must stay linked to a physical SIM card inserted in the device, preventing them from functioning if the SIM is removed or inactive. The move is being seen as one of the most assertive cybersecurity actions taken by the Centre in recent years.The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) said the tightened measures are designed to counter rising cyber fraud, particularly scams originating outside India…

30 Nov

Indian Helicopters Launch Major Rescue Operations in Sri Lanka

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National Times Bureau :- The Indian Embassy in Sri Lanka announced on Saturday that Chetak helicopters deployed under Operation Sagar Bandhu carried out rescue missions for people affected by Cyclone Ditwah. The embassy said that India stands firmly with Sri Lanka during this difficult time. According to the embassy, Chetak helicopters from INS Vikrant conducted multiple search and rescue sorties across flood-affected regions, helping authorities reach stranded individuals and deliver essential support. “India stands firmly with Sri Lanka in this challenging moment, working together to save lives and provide timely relief,” the embassy said in its statement. The embassy also…

30 Nov

Speeding Mercedes rams into three near Delhi’s Vasant Kunj, leaving one dead

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National Times Bureau :- A speeding Mercedes car hit three men in a high-end area of Delhi last night, killing one of them and injuring the other two. The accident happened after midnight near Ambience Mall in Vasant Kunj. The Mercedes G63 went out of control, crashed into a pole, and then hit the three men who were waiting at an auto-rickshaw stand. Police arrived quickly and took the injured to the hospital. One of them, Rohit, 23, from Chamoli in Uttarakhand, was declared dead on arrival. The other two men, aged 35 and 23, are being treated in the…

30 Nov

PM Modi Applauds Indian Navy, Space Initiatives in 128th ‘Mann Ki Baat’ Broadcast

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in the 128th edition of his monthly radio programme Mann Ki Baat, highlighted recent achievements in defense, space, and cultural milestones that showcase India’s progress and innovation. Speaking to the nation, Modi reflected on November as a month of significant accomplishments. “November has brought several sources of inspiration for the country. On November 26, we marked Constitution Day with a programme in the Central Hall, and celebrations for the 150th anniversary of Vande Mataram have begun across the nation,” he said. The Prime Minister also recalled key cultural events, including the hoisting…