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Ukraine–France Seal Mega Fighter Jet Deal That Once Crushed Pakistan

18Nov

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Ukraine–France Seal Mega Fighter Jet Deal That Once Crushed Pakistan

** New Delhi: Ukraine has finalized a landmark agreement with France to purchase 100 Dassault Rafale F4 multirole fighter jets over the next decade—one of the largest defense aviation deals in Europe’s recent history. The announcement comes less than a month after Sweden and Ukraine revealed plans to supply Kyiv with 150 Gripen E fighters. With this move, Rafale and Gripen E are set to become the most advanced combat aircraft in Ukraine’s arsenal. Notably, Rafale jets earned legendary status during India’s Operation Sindoor, where the aircraft delivered decisive blows deep inside Pakistan, destroying terror camps and Chinese-supplied defense systems. Zelensky: “This Will Be One of the World’s Strongest Air-Defense Systems” According to The War Zone, Ukrainian President Volodymy...

ED Tightens Grip on Al Falah Trust in Red Fort Blast Case; Multiple Raids Conducted Across Delhi–Faridabad

18Nov

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ED Tightens Grip on Al Falah Trust in Red Fort Blast Case; Multiple Raids Conducted Across Delhi–Faridabad

New Delhi:The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has intensified its action in the Red Fort car blast case, tightening its noose around the Al Falah Trust. Early Tuesday morning, ED teams conducted multiple raids at the Okhla office of Al Falah University in Delhi and several other locations across Delhi and Faridabad. So far, 15 people have lost their lives in the Delhi car blast that took place near the Red Fort, prompting an aggressive multi-agency probe. Action Escalates in Delhi Car Blast Investigation The spotlight has increasingly shifted to Al Falah University after several key accused in the November 10 blast were found to be associated with the institution. The university is now at the center of what investigators describe as a “white-collar terror module.” To trace the all...

Delhi Blast Halts Business at 1,500 Shops, Cash and Essential Goods Locked Inside

15Nov

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Delhi Blast Halts Business at 1,500 Shops, Cash and Essential Goods Locked Inside

Four days have passed since the blast near Delhi’s Red Fort, yet the area remains eerily silent. The Old Lajpat Rai Market, located right opposite the historic Red Fort and usually bustling with thousands of shoppers daily, continues to remain shut. Most shops, except for a few small roadside stalls, have their shutters down and locks in place, according to local traders. While the narrow lanes of Chandni Chowk are slowly regaining their usual vibrancy, with crowds at clothing and food outlets and traffic picking up on the streets, the situation at Old Lajpat Rai Market paints a contrasting picture. The market remains closed due to the shutdown of the Red Fort metro station and the main road leading to the monument. Traders have reported that cash, laptops, lunch boxes, and other essent...

Red Fort Blast Update: Four More Patients Discharged; One Remains on Ventilator in Critical Condition

15Nov

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Red Fort Blast Update: Four More Patients Discharged; One Remains on Ventilator in Critical Condition

New Delhi: In the aftermath of the Red Fort blast, one patient continues to remain on a ventilator, with doctors describing their condition as critical. Meanwhile, four more injured patients have been discharged from the hospital, bringing the total number of discharged patients to seven. The remaining patients, except for the one on a ventilator, are stable and showing signs of rapid recovery. Treatment Ongoing for 19 InjuredThe blast, which occurred near the Red Fort on Monday evening, initially resulted in 10 fatalities and 27 injuries. The injured were admitted to LNJP and Sushrut Trauma Centre, with 26 patients at LNJP and one at Sushrut. At LNJP, one patient, identified as Bilal, succumbed to injuries, bringing the total death toll to 11. Previously, three patients had been discha...

India International Trade Fair Kicks Off in Delhi; Foreign High-Tech Stalls Missing on Day One

15Nov

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India International Trade Fair Kicks Off in Delhi; Foreign High-Tech Stalls Missing on Day One

New Delhi: The 44th India International Trade Fair commenced on Friday in Delhi, featuring participation from companies across 12 countries. However, the event’s foreign pavilions surprised visitors as no high-tech or machinery-based exhibits were on display on the first day. Instead, the stalls largely showcased salwar suits, cosmetics, home décor, stone rings, dry fruits, sweets, chocolates, and kitchenware. Hong Kong’s Homeware PresenceDespite extensive promotion by ITPO regarding China’s participation, only a single Hong Kong company, Onyx, was present. Onyx is selling large stone planters, jars, plates, and bowls, with supplies sourced from Afghanistan. Director Md. Shaukat Ali confirmed that no representatives from China or Hong Kong attended the fair. Foreign Pavilions and Par...

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta’s Campaign in Bihar Yields 17 Wins Out of 18 Seats

15Nov

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Delhi CM Rekha Gupta’s Campaign in Bihar Yields 17 Wins Out of 18 Seats

New Delhi: Following NDA’s resounding victory in the Bihar Assembly elections, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta expressed gratitude to the people of Bihar. Out of the 18 constituencies where she campaigned for NDA candidates, the alliance emerged victorious in 17 seats. CM Gupta’s efforts reflect the electorate’s faith in good governance and development. Only Warsaliganj witnessed a setback, where RJD’s Anita defeated BJP candidate Aruna Devi by over 7,500 votes. The remaining 17 constituencies saw NDA candidates claim victory, comprising 9 BJP, 4 JD(U), 3 LJP (Ram Vilas faction), and 2 RLM winners. CM’s Message on Social MediaAfter the election results, CM Gupta posted on social media:"My heartfelt gratitude to the people of Bihar for giving NDA a massive mandate. This historic publ...

Delhi CM Orders GPS Monitoring of All Garbage Collection Vehicles to Boost Cleanliness Drive

15Nov

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Delhi CM Orders GPS Monitoring of All Garbage Collection Vehicles to Boost Cleanliness Drive

New Delhi: In a major move to strengthen Delhi’s ongoing cleanliness campaign, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has issued directives to ensure all garbage collection vehicles are monitored via GPS, while ministers will also conduct on-ground inspections to oversee operations. On Friday, CM Gupta visited various areas in Tehkhand and Tughlakabad, inspecting waste-sensitive zones, proposed C&D (Construction & Demolition) garbage collection points, and upcoming FCTS (Fixed Compactor Transfer Stations). She emphasized the need for strategically located collection points and a transparent, timely waste management system. Strengthening Waste Management InfrastructureDuring her visits, the CM assessed ongoing projects and instructed officials to reinforce Delhi’s waste management framewo...

Good News for Delhi Commuters: CM Rekha Gupta Flags Off 50 New Electric Buses

15Nov

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Good News for Delhi Commuters: CM Rekha Gupta Flags Off 50 New Electric Buses

New Delhi: In a major push to control pollution in the national capital, the Delhi government took two significant initiatives on Friday. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta inaugurated the first batch of 50 modern electric buses, while simultaneously laying the foundation for an Automated Vehicle Fitness Testing Station (ATS) at the Tehkhand depot to ensure proper fitness checks for commercial vehicles, one of the leading contributors to air pollution. The event saw the presence of Transport Minister Dr. Pankaj Kumar Singh, MP Ramveer Singh Bidhuri, and other officials. A Key Step Towards Pollution ControlWhile flagging off the buses, CM Gupta highlighted that her government has made remarkable progress in the transport sector within just eight months, adding 1,350 electric buses to the city’s ...

Delhi Takes Stringent Action Against Pollution: Four Factories Sealed

15Nov

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Delhi Takes Stringent Action Against Pollution: Four Factories Sealed

New Delhi: In a strong move to combat pollution, the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) has intensified its anti-pollution drive across the city. As part of this campaign, four factories in the West Zone’s Bindapur ward have been sealed for violating environmental norms, contributing to both air and water pollution. Action Across Delhi Zones:In Shahdara North Zone, 24 individuals were fined for burning biomass, highlighting the MCD’s zero-tolerance approach towards activities that exacerbate air pollution. The West Zone authorities, in coordination with DPCC, BSES, and SDM officials, carried out a joint sealing operation targeting illegal industrial units in Bindapur Ward No. 116. Factories Sealed:The enforcement action included two coal-based brick kilns, one chemical factory, and...

Delhi Blast Case: Four Doctors Struck Off National Medical Register After Illegal Activity Charges

15Nov

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Delhi Blast Case: Four Doctors Struck Off National Medical Register After Illegal Activity Charges

New Delhi: Following the investigation into the Delhi blast case, the National Medical Commission (NMC) has removed the names of four doctors from the National Medical Register after they were charged under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act. The doctors affected are Dr. Muzaffar Ahmed, Dr. Adil Ahmed Rather, Dr. Muzammil Shakeel, and Dr. Shaheen Saeed. The commission stated that until further orders, these doctors will not be allowed to practice medicine or hold any professional medical appointments. Background of the Case:On 10 November, authorities recovered 2,900 kilograms of explosives and investigated a car blast near the Red Fort, leading to the arrest of eight individuals, including the four doctors. Evidence collected by investigative agencies linked the doctors to ill...