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Watch: Voter hits back YSRCP MLA A. Sivakumar after being slapped for objecting to MLA jumping the voting queue in Guntur, gets assaulted by...

In the viral video, a voter slapping YSRCP MLA A Sivakumar before being assaulted by the MLA's goons can be seen.

West Bengal: Fazal Hossein spikes drink of woman whom he dated for 3 months, rapes her with his friend

The woman later filed a complaint with the Kasba police, following which the accused Fazal Hossein was arrested from his residence in the Beniapukur neighbourhood of Kolkata.

Two district judges from Himachal Pradesh move Supreme Court to challenge decision by collegium, cite injustice in appointment process of Judges

The petition highlights a broader concern regarding a frequently raised complaint that High Court collegiums do not meticulously follow the process devised by the Supreme Court for selecting judicial officers and lawyers for appointment as High Court judges.

Bombay High Court refuses to revoke MBBS admission taken in OBC quota with false information, says it will be a national loss

Bombay High Court bench of Justice AS Chandurkar and Justice Jitendra Jain observed that the petitioner has completed her MBBS course and said that it would be improper to withdraw her qualification at this stage

Karnataka: Hindu auto driver attacked over suspicions of having an affair with a burqa-clad woman, Bilal, Tausif, Ibrahim arrested

As seen in the viral video, the Muslim attackers slapped the Hindu man and the Muslim woman while one of the accused is heard saying “Tumko sharam nahi aa rahi, Musalmaan ka naam kharab karne… [Are you not ashamed to ruin the name of Muslims]”

Petrol pump where AAP MLA Amanatullah Khan and his son did hooliganism belongs to widow of a martyr; AAP MLA threatened staff and warned...

OpIndia spoke to petrol pump owner Vinod Kumar Singh. Vinod Kumar told us that in the year 2017, almost 18 years after his father's sacrifice, his mother was allotted a petrol pump under a dependent quota.

Justice Surya Kant, who held Nupur Sharma ‘single handedly responsible’ for murders committed by Jihadis, now says free speech is sacrosanct, must be ‘zealously...

The bench where Justice Surya Kant was a part of, infamously remarked, “Her loose tongue has set the entire country on fire," and blamed Nupur Sharma for the crimes committed by Islamists.

DCW chief Swati Maliwal accuses Arvind Kejriwal’s personal secretary of assaulting her: Details

Citing sources, News18 reported that a call was made to the Police Control Room (PCR) from the residence of Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal at 10 am.

‘He was sexually abusing us’: 6 minor students of a madrasa arrested for murder of Maulana Mohammad Mahir, say they were fed up with...

According to the Police, students told the authorities that they were outraged because Mahir sexually abused students regularly.

Conspiracy to kill Hindu leaders: Shakil Sheikh arrested from Maharashtra by Surat Crime Branch, was in touch with Maulvi Sohail Abu Bakar Timol

Before Shakil's arrest in Nanded, the Surat Crime Branch arrested Nepali Shahnaz alias Mohammad Ali Mohammad Sabir in Muzaffarpur, Bihar. Following his arrest, he was brought before the court and sent on three days remand. When the officers checked his phone, they found Pakistani numbers. In addition to that, he likely went to Pakistan earlier.

‘I get pension, children do not listen to me’: Read how a clipped video of an elderly Muslim man is used to peddle ‘Darr...

In reality, the elderly Muslim man was miffed with his son and daughter-in-law and not the Indian government for his poor economic condition.

‘If you vote for AAP, I won’t have to go back to jail’: Arvind Kejriwal tells Delhi voters despite Supreme Court order directing him...

Arvind Kejriwal issued an appeal to the Delhi voters claiming that their “votes can save him from jail", saying that if they vote for AAP, he won't have to return to jail

USA: First living patient to receive genetically modified pig kidney dies 2 months after the procedure, hospitals say no indication that the death is...

A day later, Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) said that there was no indication that his death was a result of the transplant.

Uttar Pradesh: Shadab, Shoaib molest minor Dalit girl, blackmail her using explicit pics, hurl casteist language and threaten to kill entire family

The two have molested several other girls in Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh but evaded the law because they have money.

“It is embarrassing”: Japanese economists and analysts in shock after IMF predicted that India will overtake Japan by 2025 to become 4th largest economy

The announcement that in 2025 India will overtake Japan in nominal gross domestic product in dollar terms has shocked Tokyo

Tamil Nadu police arrests YouTuber Felix Gerald of Red Pix for interviewing YouTuber Savukku Shankar

Tamil Nadu police arrested YouTuber Felix Gerald of Red Pix from Noida, Uttar Pradesh for interviewing popular YouTuber Savukku Shankar

Congress, Left and TMC have put identity of Bengal at stake for vote bank politics, TMC leaders threatening Hindus: PM Modi

PM Narendra Modi on Sunday accused TMC leaders of threatening Hindus in the state, adding that Congress, Left and TMC have put the identity of Bengal at stake for "vote bank politics".

Dichotomy of Krishnanagar: Dharmakshetra of the Past, Modern-Day Mahua-Mess

As we approach the General elections voting in the region, it is important to evaluate the performance of the current MP - Mahua Moitra, whose tenure has been marked by unfulfilled promises and missed opportunities.

OpIndia Exclusive: Illegal dargah at Jamnagar’s Ranjit Sagar Dam at Gujarat not removed even after administration’s order in 2022

The unlawful dargah (shrine) was built with the administration's help and material from BSNL was used in its construction.

You will have to vote for whom I tell you to vote: 4 BSP supporters accused of killing a BJP supporter’s father in his...

In the Kushinagar murder case, it is alleged that Shambhu got enraged at the thought of voting for the BJP and said, “Main jise kahunga, use vote dena padega.”

West Bengal: Sandeshkhali women thrash TMC worker over ‘fake sting operation’, video goes viral

The TMC has accused BJP candidate Rekha Patra and party leader Archana Majumdar of leading the group of women, who thrashed the unnamed Trinamool Congress worker.

Global crackdown and Western leniency: NIA Intensifies Hunt for Khalistani terrorists operating from UAE, Canada, US, Australia and Pakistan

NIA has intensified its crackdown against five top five Khalistani terrorists linked to Khalistan Tiger Force (KTF), a banned terror organisation.

Kerala: SDPI and Muslim outfits accuse the LDF govt of cutting in Muslim reservations and diverting it to disabled persons, warn of “strong agitation”

Muslim outfits in Kerala have accused the state govt of systematically slashing Muslim quota and committing fraud against the minority community.

Rajasthan: Salman kills Hindu man on suspicion of ‘dating’ Muslim woman, arrested

The dead body of the victim Ankit Meena was discovered by the police on Saturday (11th May).

Dream of Ghazwa-E-Hind will not be realised till Qayamat: UP CM Yogi Adityanath

When an audience member asked the Uttar Pradesh CM for his reaction to some people living in India and still dreaming of Ghazwa-e-Hind, the UP CM emphasised that the dream of Ghazwa-e-Hind will remain a dream only.

Pro-Khalistan graffiti appears on the walls of Delhi Metro stations in Karol Bagh and Jhandewalan

Reportedly, the slogans were painted by supporters of banned terrorist outfit Sikhs For Justice (SFJ) who have previously taken responsibility for such incidents.

PM Narendra Modi vs Rahul Gandhi debate as a diversion: How Gandhi’s debate challenge falls short against proven leadership

PM Modi has extensive administrative experience and a proven track record. He stands as a towering figure in Indian politics and has significant national and international achievements including economic reforms, strategic foreign policy maneuvers and an in-depth understanding of the core issues of the country. His contributions to economic growth, technological advancements and foreign direct investment have resulted in notable public support reflected in the BJP’s consecutive electoral victories.

You are from Congress side: Amethi voter shows the mirror to YouTuber and alleged journalist Ajit Anjum

Ajit Anjum has a long history of batting for the opposition parties in the name of unbiased and independent journalism.

“If Adani-Ambani send us money, we will go silent against them”: Congress leader Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury on party strategy to speak against business owners

Congress party’s West Bengal President, Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury stressed that they launched attacks against the Industrialists in Parliament because they didn’t send money to the grand old party.

TMC govt has turned Hindus into second-class citizens in West Bengal, made bomb making a cottage industry: PM Narendra Modi in Barrackpur

PM Narendra Modi slammed the accused the WB govt of turning Hindus into "second-class citizens" in the state during the TMC regime.

Karnataka: 3 men abducted, tortured with electric shock to private parts: Imran Patel, Mohammad Matheen, Mohammad Ziya Ullah Hussain and four others arrested

The Kalaburagi police arrested the seven culprits who tortured the three men, administered electric shocks to the victims' private parts, assaulted them with wooden sticks and issued death threats.

Is China planning to interfere in Indian elections? Analysing NewsClick funding and CCP’s track record in other countries

China has a clear track record of influencing elections in several countries including the Philipines, Kenya, Italy and Canada.

‘Bharat ka Atom Bomb fridge me rakhne ke liye nahi hai’: UP CM Yogi Adityanath responds to Congress leader Mani Shankar Aiyar’s comment on...

Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath also responded to Rahul Gandhi's allegation that the President was not invited to the Ram Mandir Pran Pratistha because she is a tribal. CM Yogi said that it is because of the initiative of Prime Minister Modi that a woman from a tribal community is sitting on the highest chair of the country.

Inflation and Unrest: The deepening crisis in Pakistan-Occupied Jammu & Kashmir as locals seek ‘Azaadi’ from tyrannical Pakistan government

Shaukat Nawaz Mir, a poJK leader, said, “Put any tag on us, but as long as God is with us, you cannot harm us. Let us live in peace. If you raid people’s houses again and arrest them, there will be no peace. I am saying this openly."

Maa Maati Manush slogan has become ‘Mullah Madarsa Mafia’: Amit Shah hits out at appeasement politics of Mamata Banerjee

Amit Shah said that Mamata Banerjee welcomes illegal immigrants because they are her vote bank, but has a problem if oppressed minorities are given Indian citizenship.

BCCI announces major changes in domestic cricket season, gap between matches increased, Ranji Trophy to have 2 phases

The upcoming domestic cricket season 2024-25 season will feature an increased gap between matches in order to allow sufficient recovery time

‘Crown prince’s party will secure even fewer seats than his age’: PM Modi takes a swipe at Rahul Gandhi and Congress

In a public rally in Jharkhand, PM Modi said crown prince's party, referring to Congress, would get fewer seats than his age.

Uttar Pradesh: Afaq seduces a Hindu woman in the name of a job and marriage, forces her to embrace Islam, abandons her after the...

Afaq told the victim to abort their baby and impregnated her again. However, he then left her to marry a second woman.

Actor Kareena Kapoor served notice for using ‘Bible’ in the title of her pregnancy memoir

Advocate Christopher Anthony file a petition against Kareena Kapoor over her book, raising concerns about the use of the word "bible" in the title, contending that it could be seen as disrespectful to the Christian community.

West Bengal: Bomb blast outside BJP leader’s house in East Midnapore, 4 live bombs recovered by police, probe underway

The miscreants also torched the motorcycle parked outside the house of BJP panchayat Pradhan, Nitai Mondal.

‘Modi ji will remain PM and complete his third term’: Amit Shah snubs Arvind Kejriwal’s claim that Modi will retire after turning 75 and...

Union Home Minister Amit Shah emphasised that after coming back to power for the third time, PM Modi will not only complete his third term till 2029 but also he will lead the party in the coming elections.

‘One day after President Murmu’s visit to Ram Mandir, a Congress leader says they would purify it with Gangajal’: PM Modi slams Nana Patole

PM Modi slammed Congress over Maharashtra Congress chief Nana Parole's remarks on purifying Ram Mandir if INDI alliance comes to power.

Arvind Kejriwal, who refused to resign from Delhi CM post even when in jail, says he has no greed for position & can sacrifice...

Arvind Kejriwal spent over 50 days in Tihar Jail after being arrested by the Enforcement Directorate on 21st March,

Bhavish Aggarwal vs LinkedIn: Ola co-founder snubs big tech censorship on ‘pronoun illness’, snaps ties with Microsoft Azure

Bhavish Aggarwal also highlighted the steps taken by his ride-sharing service to promote genuine inclusivity and diversity.

Delhi anti-Hindu riots case: Supreme Court turns down Special Leave Petition of accused Salim Malik after Delhi High Court rejected his bail plea

According to the High Court, Salim Malik was also involved in a conspiracy to destroy CCTV cameras in the Chand Bagh region during 2020 anti-Hindu riots.

After SC grants interim bail to Arvind Kejriwal for ‘campaigning’, Khalistani terrorist Amritpal Singh can cite it to seek bail: How bail on grounds...

While it may not be a clinching ground for courts to grant bail, it may establish it as an extra ground to seek relief and cast aspersions on the trial process and tilt the balance of scale in favour of the appellant.

Parliament suspended in Kuwait, the Middle East’s last semi-democratic nation, Emir suspends unspecified constitution articles citing ‘political tumult’

The Emir of Kuwait has dissolved the parliament and suspended some constitution articles for upto 4 years citing 'political tumult'.

Laila Khan murder case: Stepfather Parvez Tak convicted in the 2011 killing of actor Laila and 5 others

Parvez Tak, the stepfather of actor Laila Khan, was convicted by a Mumbai Sessions court in the 2011 murder of 6 people.

Telangana: Congress CM Revanth Reddy raises questions over surgical strikes, doubts airstrikes on Pakistan terror camp post Pulwama attack

Speaking to reporters in Telangana on Friday, CM Reddy accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of trying to reap 'political benefits' from the horrific ambush of a CRPF convoy that left 40 personnel dead and the airstrikes that followed.