The Special Operations Group seized counterfeit currency worth Rs 43 lakh from a flat in Jaipur’s Narayan Vihar area on Friday evening, arresting two men. Officials said the fake Rs 500 notes carried advanced security features, suggesting an organised network operating across states.
Month: October 2025
DMRC announces special metro timings for Diwali
Delhi Metro has announced early morning services on select lines on October 19 and an earlier close on October 20 for Diwali. Meanwhile, NHAI’s ‘Rajmargyatra’ app now lets users gift a FASTag annual pass, promoting convenient and cashless highway travel during the festive season.
Banke Bihari Temple treasury reopened in Mathura after 54 years on Dhanteras
The Banke Bihari Temple in Mathura reopened its treasury on Dhanteras, October 18, after 54 years, following a Supreme Court directive. The process was carried out under the supervision of a High-Powered Committee, with elaborate security and videography arrangements.
Rajnath Singh flags off first locally built BrahMos missiles from Lucknow, calls it a milestone in India’s defence self-reliance
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Saturday flagged off the first batch of indigenously manufactured BrahMos missiles from Lucknow, marking a major stride in India’s self-reliance drive in defence production. The facility, a key part of the Uttar Pradesh Defence Industrial Corridor, is expected to produce up to 100 missiles annually for the Army, Navy and […]
Indian missions worldwide celebrate Diwali, showcasing cultural heritage and global unity
Indian embassies and cultural centres worldwide marked Diwali, with celebrations across Japan, Myanmar, Hungary, Fiji and the UAE. The events highlighted India’s heritage and the global message of peace, unity and friendship.
SC takes suo motu cognisance of digital arrest scams, seeks Centre, CBI response
The Supreme Court took suo motu cognisance of a complaint made to the top court by an elderly couple who had been cheated out of their life savings through a digital arrest scam last week.
Delhi-NCR air quality drops to ‘very poor’ ahead of Diwali
PM10 levels also reached 307 levels on October 16, 254 on October 15, and 261 on October 14.
MEA reaffirms support for Afghanistan: Key updates on global engagements and bilateral ties
India reaffirms support for Afghanistan’s sovereignty, takes issue with Pakistan for hosting terrorists and blaming neighbours for its internal issues. India commits to enhancing development cooperation and humanitarian assistance to Afghanistan.
Diwali Bonus Bonanza: UP government announces 3% hike in DA, DR for state employees; hikes in other states
DA Hike Announcement: Ahead of Diwali 2025, the CM Yogi government on Friday announced a hike in dearness allowance (DA) and dearness relief (DR) for state employees and pensioners.
Revised DA Hike In MP: Madhya Pradesh government issues new DA orders for pensioners; check out full details
The revision follows a request from the Chhattisgarh Government, which sought Madhya Pradesh’s consent under the MP Reorganisation Act, 2000, to implement similar benefits for its pensioners.