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26 Nov

On Constitution Day, PM Modi Calls for Renewed Focus on Civic Duty

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Prime Minister Narendra Modi used the occasion of Constitution Day on Wednesday to remind citizens that national progress depends as much on responsibility as on the rights enshrined in the country’s founding document. In a message shared with people across the country, the Prime Minister urged every Indian to consciously uphold the duties outlined in the Constitution, describing them as the “pillar that sustains democratic strength.” He encouraged schools, colleges and institutions to mark the day by acknowledging young adults who have recently become eligible to vote, saying that welcoming new voters into the democratic fold…

25 Nov

Assam CM Calls Zubeen Garg’s Death ‘Clear Case of Murder,’ Says Motive Will Shock State

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Gangtok, November 25, 2025: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma told the Assembly on Tuesday that singer Zubeen Garg’s death in Singapore on September 19 was not an accident but a “plain and simple murder.” His statement marks the strongest official stand yet on the case, which has triggered widespread public concern.Sarma said police registered an FIR the day after the incident and later added the murder charge under Section 103 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. He noted that one individual is directly accused of killing the popular singer, while several others allegedly assisted in the crime.The Chief Minister assured…

25 Nov

China Repeats Claim Over Arunachal Pradesh After India Protests Harassment of Passenger at Shanghai Airport

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New Delhi, November 25, 2025— A day after India lodged a strong demarche over the alleged harassment of an Arunachal Pradesh–born Indian woman at Shanghai’s Pudong Airport, China renewed its territorial claims on Tuesday, insisting it has “never recognised the so-called Arunachal Pradesh illegally set up by India.”Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning, responding to questions in Beijing, referred to the state as “Zangnan, China’s territory” and denied reports that the traveller who was transiting from London to Japan had been detained for nearly 18 hours because her Indian passport listed Arunachal Pradesh as her birthplace.Mao said border inspection officials…

25 Nov

Four-Storey Building Collapses in East Delhi’s Jwala Nagar; Several Rescued, Relief Operations Underway

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National Times Bureau :- The national capital witnessed yet another building collapse on Tuesday after a four-storey under-construction structure came crashing down in East Delhi’s Jwala Nagar area. The sudden collapse left multiple workers trapped under the debris, triggering an immediate rescue response. According to officials, fire brigade teams rushed to the spot soon after receiving the alert. So far, four people have been pulled out alive from beneath the rubble. All of them sustained injuries and were immediately shifted to a nearby hospital for treatment. Rescue operations are still in progress, with teams from the fire department and Delhi…

25 Nov

Moving at 100-120km/h: Flight operations hit as Ethiopian volcanic ash reaches Delhi

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National Times Bureau :- A plume of volcanic ash from Ethiopia’s Hayli Gubbi volcano reached Delhi around 11 pm on Monday. Forecasters had been tracking the cloud for a day as it moved across the Red Sea and headed toward northwest India at nearly 130 kmph. Flight operation have been majorly hit while Indian airports and airlines were warned to prepare for possible disruptions caused by a volcanic ash plume drifting from Ethiopia. The ash cloud is now moving across northern India. The Hayli Gubbi volcano erupted on Sunday for the first time in almost 12,000 years, sending large ash…

25 Nov

PM Modi hoists sacred saffron flag at Ayodhya’s Ram Mandir during grand Dhwaj Arohan ceremony

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National Times Bureau :- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday hoisted a sacred saffron flag atop the newly completed Ram Mandir in Ayodhya during the traditional Dhwaj Arohan ceremony, marking another historic milestone in the construction of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi temple. The ceremonial flag hoisting took place during the highly auspicious Abhijeet Muhurat, in the presence of saints, dignitaries and key members of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust. The event was held under tight security and carefully planned arrangements, with access limited to invited guests holding QR-based passes. The Prime Minister hoisted a 22-foot-long triangular saffron religious…

25 Nov

Six-year-old mauled by neighbour’s pitbull, ear torn off; dog owner arrested

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National Times Bureau :- A six-year-old boy was left critically injured after neighbour's pitbull dog mauled him while he was playing outside his house in northwest Delhi’s Prem Nagar. The incident was captured in CCTV, showed the boy chasing a ball when the dog broke free and bit him, tearing off his ear. The dog owner has been arrested. The dog belongs to Rajesh Pal, 50, a tailor by profession. According to a senior police officer, a case has been registered under sections 291 (negligent conduct with respect to animals) and 125(b) (rash or negligent act endangering life and safety…

25 Nov

Delhi Mandates 50% Office Attendance as Air Quality Plummets to ‘Severe’ Levels

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New Delhi, November 25, 2025: In a stern measure to combat alarmingly high air pollution, the Delhi government has ordered all government and private offices to operate with only 50% of their staff physically present on-site, with the remaining workforce required to work from home (WFH). This directive falls under Stage III of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP), which was recently enforced by the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM). The government's order explicitly mandates all departments to ensure strict adherence to the 50% attendance cap to significantly reduce vehicular movement and curb pollution across the National Capital Territory.…

25 Nov

PM Modi to Unfurl Saffron Flag at Ram Janmabhoomi Temple During Historic Ayodhya Visit

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Ayodhya, November 25, 2025: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will arrive in Ayodhya on Tuesday for a landmark ceremony at the newly completed Ram Janmabhoomi Temple, where he will hoist a traditional saffron flag on the temple’s shikhar. The event marks a major milestone in the temple’s long-awaited construction.Modi will begin his visit at the Sapt Mandir complex, home to temples dedicated to Maharshi Vashishtha, Maharshi Vishwamitra, Maharshi Agastya, Maharshi Valmiki, Devi Ahilya, Nishadraj Guha and Mata Shabari. From there, he will visit the Sheshavtar Mandir.The Prime Minister will then offer prayers at Mata Annapurna Mandir before heading to the Ram…

24 Nov

Bollywood Icon Dharmendra Dies at 89 in Mumbai

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Mumbai, November 24, 2025: Veteran film star Dharmendra passed away on Monday at the age of 89, according to news agency IANS. The actor is said to have died at his Mumbai residence around 1 pm.Following the news, an ambulance arrived at his home, and security personnel increased their presence outside the property. Barricades have been set up as people began gathering near the residence.Tight security measures have also been arranged at the Vile Parle crematorium, where preparations for the final rites are underway.