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15 Apr

Haryana Reaffirms Faith in PM Modi’s Leadership, Policy, and Intentions, Says CM Nayab Singh Saini

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Yamunanagar (National Times): Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Monday said that every citizen of Haryana has full faith in the policy (niti), intention (niyat), and leadership (netritva) of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, calling it a symbol of "unprecedented public trust." Speaking at the ‘Viksit Bharat-Viksit Haryana’ programme in Yamunanagar, CM Saini described the emotional bond between the people of Haryana and the Prime Minister as strong and deep-rooted. "Every Haryanavi sees PM Modi as one of their own. His call for support during elections was met with a historic and decisive mandate," Saini stated in an official release.…

15 Apr

Mehul Choksi Arrested in Belgium; Authorities Confirm India’s Extradition Request

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Brussels/New Delhi (National Times): Belgian authorities have confirmed the arrest of fugitive Indian businessman Mehul Choksi, stating that he is currently in custody following his detention on April 12. The Belgian Justice Department also acknowledged receiving a formal extradition request from India. “The Belgian Federal Public Service of Justice can confirm that Mr. Mehul Choksi was arrested on Saturday, April 12, 2025. He is currently being held pending judicial proceedings, with access to legal counsel assured,” the department told NDTV. Further details were withheld, citing standard protocols in ongoing legal matters. Choksi, 65, is a central figure in the massive…

14 Apr

NIA Mulls Voice Analysis of Tahawwur Rana, Explores Dubai Connection in 26/11 Probe

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New Delhi (National Times): Investigators at the National Investigation Agency (NIA) are intensifying their probe into Tahawwur Rana’s alleged involvement in the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks, with plans now underway to collect the 64-year-old’s voice samples, according to sources familiar with the matter. Rana, a Canadian businessman of Pakistani origin, is undergoing sustained interrogation at the NIA’s Delhi headquarters after being extradited from the United States last week. Monday marked the fourth day of continuous questioning, as officials pressed him for details about his suspected links to Pakistan’s intelligence agency, the ISI, and the terrorist organization Lashkar-e-Taiba, the group held…

14 Apr

Mumbai Faces Looming Water Emergency as Reservoir Levels Plunge and Tanker Strike Continues

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Mumbai (National Times): The city of Mumbai is inching toward a critical water emergency as its key reservoirs, which serve over 12.5 million residents, have shrunk to just over 31% of their usable storage. With the monsoon weeks away and temperatures climbing, concerns over an impending water shortage are intensifying. According to the latest update from the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), the combined water stock across Mumbai’s seven main lakes has dropped to 5.67 lakh million liters. This marks a stark decline from around 9 lakh million liters recorded during the same period last year. At the current daily consumption…

14 Apr

Mehul Choksi’s Lawyers to Seek Bail in Belgium Over Health Concerns

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Brussels/New Delhi (National Times): Fugitive Indian businessman Mehul Choksi, recently arrested in Belgium, is preparing to challenge his custody through legal means. His legal counsel, Vijay Aggarwal, confirmed plans to file an appeal for Choksi’s release, citing deteriorating health and ongoing cancer treatment as the primary reasons. Choksi was apprehended over the weekend after Belgian authorities tracked him down. Sources stated that preparations are underway for a possible extradition to India. However, his defense team is pushing back, emphasizing that his medical condition makes incarceration unsuitable. “My client is currently being held in Belgium. We will be filing an appeal…

14 Apr

PM Modi Inaugurates Hisar-Ayodhya Flight, Slams Congress on Ambedkar’s Legacy

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Hisar (National Times): Prime Minister Narendra Modi marked a significant milestone for Haryana’s aviation sector on Monday by inaugurating the first-ever passenger flight from Hisar’s Maharaja Agrasen Airport to Ayodhya. The event coincided with the 135th birth anniversary of Dr. BR Ambedkar, a moment the Prime Minister used to reflect on his government’s commitment to social justice. PM Modi also laid the foundation stone for a new terminal at the airport, which now connects Haryana to five Indian states. Speaking at a public rally, the PM linked the occasion with Ambedkar’s vision of inclusive growth and asserted that every government…

14 Apr

Salman Khan Receives New Death Threat; Police Register Case After Bomb Warning

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Mumbai (National Times): Bollywood superstar Salman Khan has once again become the target of a serious threat. A recent message sent to the WhatsApp number of Mumbai’s Transport Department in Worli warned of a plot to infiltrate Khan’s residence and detonate a bomb in his vehicle. Authorities swiftly responded, with the Worli Police registering a case and initiating an investigation. This isn't the first time the actor has faced such danger. Over the past few years, threats linked to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang have surfaced, often connected to the 1998 blackbuck poaching case, which holds religious significance for the Bishnoi…

14 Apr

Murshidabad Clashes: Yogi Adityanath Says ‘Hindus Were Killed’, Alleges Violence Over Waqf Act Was Instigated

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Lucknow (National Times): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday alleged that violence in West Bengal’s Murshidabad district was instigated in response to recent actions related to the Waqf Act, claiming that Hindus were targeted and killed. Referring to the incident, Yogi Adityanath stated, "Three Hindus were dragged out of their homes and killed." He emphasized that the victims were Dalits and underprivileged individuals who, he claimed, stood to benefit the most from the land-related reforms. Criticizing the Waqf land occupation, he remarked, "This is the same country where lakhs of acres of land have been taken over in…

14 Apr

Air Passenger Traffic Between India and Singapore Hits Record 5.5 Million in 2024

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New Delhi (National Times): In a landmark development, air passenger traffic between India and Singapore has soared to an all-time high, crossing the 5 million mark in 2024, according to data released by Singapore Changi Airport. The total traffic reached 5.5 million passengers, representing a 12% year-on-year increase and a 15% rise over pre-pandemic levels recorded in 2019. India now ranks as Changi Airport’s sixth-largest market. Currently, six airlines, including Air India, Air India Express, IndiGo, DrukAir, Scoot, and Singapore Airlines, operate approximately 280 weekly flights connecting 16 Indian cities to Singapore. Major Indian metros such as Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru,…

13 Apr

India Likely to Ditch ‘Zero-for-Zero’ Tariff Model in Trade Talks with US

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National Times Bureau: India is expected to avoid adopting the “zero-for-zero” tariff strategy in its trade negotiations with the United States, according to senior government officials. This strategy, where both nations eliminate tariffs on select categories of goods, is typically suited for economies with similar development levels—something India and the US don’t share.Instead, India is leaning toward a broader trade package that balances reductions in tariffs with discussions on non-tariff barriers, investment flows, and services. The country is particularly cautious about giving up agricultural protections due to the sector's critical role in rural livelihoods.The trade negotiations aim to significantly boost…