Tuesday, March 10
A central agency raided Al-Falah University in Faridabad as part of the Delhi blast case investigation. This action follows the arrest of the university chancellor's brother and scrutiny of the institution due to its former student being the prime accused. Delhi Police have summoned the chancellor to address inconsistencies and clarify roles of individuals linked to the university.
Solicitor General Tushar Mehta told the Supreme Court that the 2020 Delhi riots were a pre-planned attempt to divide society communally, not a spontaneous protest. He argued accused activists are responsible for trial delays. Meanwhile, the Delhi high court directed police to update on riot investigations, noting petitions have been pending for six years without pursuing alternate legal remedies.
Former Congress MP Husain Dalwai ignited controversy by linking the Red Fort blast to "injustice" in Kashmir and questioning its timing during the Bihar elections. The BJP swiftly condemned his remarks, accusing the Congress of justifying terrorism and speaking the language of separatists. Dalwai later clarified he condemns violence but maintained his stance on alleged injustice in Kashmir.
India and Russia are intensifying bilateral engagements ahead of their annual summit, with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar meeting his Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov in Moscow. Discussions focused on the upcoming summit agenda, regional and global issues including the Ukraine conflict, and the finalization of several bilateral agreements to strengthen their strategic partnership.
A devastating bus fire near Medina in Saudi Arabia has claimed the lives of 45 Umrah pilgrims from Telangana, with only one survivor. The blaze spread rapidly, preventing most passengers from escaping the tragedy. This incident marks one of the most severe overseas accidents involving pilgrims from the state in recent years.
A devastating bus accident in Saudi Arabia has claimed the lives of 42 Indian Umrah pilgrims traveling from Mecca to Medina. The passenger bus collided with a diesel tanker, with preliminary reports indicating the victims were from Hyderabad. Officials are coordinating relief efforts and providing support to affected families.
The BJD has rejected the Nuapada by-poll results, finishing third and accusing the Election Commission of failing to prevent BJP rigging. The party claims administrative and police machinery was used to manipulate the election, citing suspicious high voter turnout and altered figures. The BJP dismissed the allegations, urging the BJD to accept the voters' decision.
