Nation

New Delhi:The Delhi-NCR region is currently shrouded in a thick blanket of smog, with Air Quality Index (AQI) levels soaring above 300, categorizing the air as ‘Severe’. Despite recent gusty winds offering slight relief, the air quality remains dangerously poor, posing serious health risks to residents. AQI Readings Across the Region According to data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC), and UP Pollution Control Board (UPPCB), the AQI levels in various parts of Delhi and NCR are alarming: Punjabi Bagh: 336 RK Puram: 341 Rohini: 364 Shadipur: 342 Siri Fort: 355 Sonia Vihar: 344 Vivek Vihar: 354 Pusa: 365 Mundka: 369 In Noida, Sector-125 recorded 328, Sector-1 at 347, and Sector-116 at 300, while Sect...

New Delhi:The United States’ stance on terrorism has once again come under scrutiny, revealing a clear double standard in its Quad (Quadrilateral Security Dialogue) commitments. While the U.S. publicly pledges cooperation against terrorism alongside India, Japan, and Australia, its official statements suggest a reluctance to address the issue substantively. Quad Counter-Terrorism Working Group On 4–5 December 2025, the Quad Counter-Terrorism Working Group (CTWG) convened in New Delhi, attended by representatives from the U.S., India, Japan, and Australia. Following the meeting, a joint statement condemned all forms of terrorism, including cross-border attacks. The statement paid tribute to the victims of the 10 November 2025 terrorist attack near the Red Fort, demanding that perpetra...

The Supreme Court has expressed concern over the growing trend of gangsters committing crimes in one state and fleeing to another within the Delhi-NCR region to evade arrest and exploit jurisdictional loopholes. The court urged the Central Government to consider legislation granting a single agency the authority to act against organized crime across the entire NCR, ensuring that offenders can be tried in a designated special court in Delhi, Noida, Faridabad, or Gurugram. Unified Legislation Proposed Chief Justice of India (CJI) Suryakant asked Additional Solicitor General Aishwarya Bhati, “Why can’t a law be enacted for the entire NCR? Cases under central laws such as UAPA, PMLA, and NDPS should have designated special courts in Delhi, Gurugram, or Noida, regardless of where the crim...

New Delhi:According to official data presented in Parliament, the India-Bangladesh border has witnessed the highest number of infiltration attempts in recent years, followed by the India-Myanmar, India-Pakistan, and India-Nepal/Bhutan borders. Infiltration Statistics Since 2014, there have been no reported infiltration cases along the India-China border. In contrast, a total of 23,926 infiltrators were apprehended along the borders with Pakistan, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Nepal, and Bhutan during this period. Breakdown of arrests (2014–2024): Bangladesh: 18,851 Myanmar: 1,165 Pakistan: 556 Nepal & Bhutan: 234 Additionally, from January to November 2025, security forces apprehended 3,120 infiltrators, with the highest numbers again along the Bangladesh border. Month...

New Delhi:In a bold intervention at the United Nations Security Council (UNSC), India firmly criticized Pakistan over terrorism and the Indus Waters Treaty, while also urging comprehensive reforms in the UNSC. India’s Permanent Representative, Parvataneni Harish, highlighted the Council’s repeated failures to maintain global peace, questioning its legitimacy, effectiveness, and relevance. UNSC Reforms and Accountability During the open debate on “Leadership for Peace”, Harish outlined six key points—India’s “sixes”—targeting both structural weaknesses and narrow national interests of the five permanent members (US, UK, France, Russia, China): Narrow Interests of Permanent Members:Harish noted that when permanent members prioritize narrow national interests over global welfare, ch...

New Delhi:The US Embassy in India on Tuesday shared a message from former President Donald Trump, praising India and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Trump described India as home to one of the world’s oldest civilizations, calling it an extraordinary country and a key strategic partner of the US in the Indo-Pacific region. He referred to Prime Minister Modi as a great friend of the United States. The message was posted on X (formerly Twitter). Context of the Message This message comes shortly after a phone conversation between PM Modi and President Trump, in which they discussed strengthening cooperation in trade, critical technologies, energy, defense, and security. While both countries are negotiating a trade agreement, tensions have risen over US tariffs of 50% on Indian products. ...

A video circulating on social media claims that a yogi lifted 150 kg weight using only his mental power without touching it. While some viewers hailed it as a miracle, fact-checking reveals a different story. What the Viral Video Shows The video features a man in saffron attire in a gym, apparently lifting a heavy weight without using his hands. The clip claims that an Indian yogi can lift 150 kg using only his mental strength, drawing widespread attention and debate online. Public Reaction Some viewers commented that such feats are possible when spiritual strength surpasses physical strength, while others dismissed the video as fake, suggesting digital manipulation. Reality Behind the Video NBT Fact Check confirmed that the video is AI-generated and digitally manipulated...

New Delhi:On December 17, 2025, India experiences a sharp winter chill along with foggy conditions across several states. While the plains witness a cold wave, hilly regions are seeing the onset of snowfall. Cities from Delhi-NCR to Jammu & Kashmir are shivering under severe cold, and dense fog is affecting visibility in several urban areas during mornings and evenings. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued alerts for heavy rainfall in five states. Heavy Rain Alert in Five States The IMD has warned of moderate to heavy rainfall in Jammu & Kashmir, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Kerala, and the Andaman & Nicobar Islands. Thunderstorms with lightning are expected at several places. In the Andaman & Nicobar Islands, winds are predicted to blow at 30-40 km/h from ...

New Delhi / Jerusalem:Following the recent terrorist attack targeting Jews in Australia, Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar visited Israel and met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to express solidarity and strengthen bilateral cooperation in combating terrorism. The meeting was held in Jerusalem, and official photos were shared on the Israeli Prime Minister’s social media accounts. Before the meeting, Jaishankar strongly condemned the attack, emphasizing that India and Israel both categorically reject terrorism. In a tweet, he noted that he conveyed Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s greetings to Netanyahu and discussed ways to deepen cooperation in technology, economy, skills and talent, connectivity, and security. Regional and global developments were also discus...