Amid the political storm in West Bengal that has erupted over the Sandeshkhali horror case, a major breakthrough has been achieved as the accused Shibu Hazra was arrested on Feb 17 from Basirhat. According to police, as many as 18 people have been arrested in the case so far. Notably, agitated villagers set fire to a poultry farm belonging to TMC leader Shivprasad Hazra. Residents claimed that Hazra took over their land against their will, leading to their agitation. Political storm broke out following the incident provoking to and fro allegations from state and national parties. The poor local women have narrated tales of horror of women being raped for years by leaders of Mamata Banerjee’s party Trinamool Congress and their henchmen in TMC’s party office.
18 February,2024 12:35 PM IST
A day after Iran launched airstrike in Pakistan’s Balochistan, Pakistan military conducts retaliatory strikes against Iran. As per Pakistan Foreign Ministry, the armed forces conducted ‘Operation Marg Bar Sarmachar’ in Iranian territory. “This morning Pakistan undertook a series of highly coordinated and specifically targeted precision military strikes against terrorist hideouts in Siestan-o-Baluchistan province of Iran. A number of terrorists were killed during Intelligence-based operation- codenamed Marg Bar Sarmachar,” said Foreign Ministry of Pakistan. Iran recently targeted a terror outfit Jaish al-Adl’s headquarters and launched airstrikes in Pakistan’s Balochistan. Pakistan claimed that two children lost their lives, two sustained serious injuries in the airstrikes by Iran. Pakistan also strongly condemned the attacks and termed it as an “unprovoked violation” of its airspace. However, India has taken a pro-Iranian stance in the Pakistan-Iran Attack and emphasised ‘actions countries take for self-defense’.
18 January,2024 05:18 PM IST
Five Members of Parliament (MPs) from the Rajya Sabha have lodged complaints about their alleged unauthorised inclusion in a proposed Select Committee on the Delhi Services Bill by Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MP Raghav Chadha. This move has triggered a call for a Privilege Motion against Chadha, stirring debates and discussions within the parliamentary framework. Home Minister Amit Shah has also accused Chadha of fraudulent activity. He called for an investigation by the parliament's Privilege Committee into this matter. The proposal for the creation of the Select Committee itself was made by Chadha, with the intention of subjecting the Delhi Services Bill to thorough scrutiny. In response to the allegations, Chadha maintained his readiness to address the situation. Chadha's effort to send the bill to a select committee was eventually defeated by a voice vote.
08 August,2023 11:41 AM IST | Mumbai
Actress Sherlyn Chopra has brought fresh MeToo charges against Sajid Khan, alleging that the filmmaker had flashed her and asked her to touch his privates back in 2005. Mumbai Khabar brings to you the top news of the day. Watch this video to know more!
20 January,2021 12:00 AM IST | Mumbai
The Mamata Banerjee-led government in West Bengal has been accused of targeting a book, written by former IPS officer Nazrul Islam, which reportedly is critical of the state government. Mr Islam's book - 'What Muslims Should Do' - has criticised the West Bengal government for failing to improve the condition of Muslims in the state. Video courtesy: NDTV
04 September,2012 02:13 PM IST
Television producer Ekta Kapoor finds herself mired in controversy after an altercation at a bank in Mumbai in which she allegedly insulted a 68-year-old man. She has been accused on a micro-blogging site by the unnamed gentleman's daughter, who goes by the handle @ghaatidancer. Video courtesy: NDTV
15 December,2012 02:10 PM IST
A judge in Uttar Pradesh has been accused of molesting a 13-year-old in his chambers at a court in the Gonda district, a three-hour drive from the state capital of Lucknow. The teen's family has filed a police complaint alleging that on Monday, the judge made the child undress and touched her inappropriately, claiming that he was trying to determine whether she is a minor. Video courtesy: NDTV
24 January,2013 11:41 AM IST
A Congress politician in Himachal Pradesh facing murder charges has been sworn in as a legislator in the state assembly, inviting strong protests from the opposition BJP. Video courtesy: NDTV
25 January,2013 12:11 PM IST
There are accusations against current President Raninder Singh of having rigged the process of electing the nominees for the main elections which are on the 6th of April. Athens Olympics silver medallist Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore is among those who've spoken against the electoral procedure. Video courtesy: NDTV
05 March,2013 07:25 PM IST
Did Beyonce photoshop her thigh gap again? Watch the video to and you will know. Courtesy: Splash News
20 September,2014 03:18 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
