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OpenAI fights Indian court’s jurisdiction in copyright lawsuit

OpenAI is contesting the jurisdiction of Indian courts in a copyright lawsuit filed by news agency ANI, arguing that disputes should be resolved in the United States.

Bodies, clothes, bags lie on ground after stampede at mass Hindu gathering in India

A deadly stampede at the Maha Kumbh Mela, the world’s largest religious gathering, left at least seven people dead and dozens injured in the early hours of Wednesday, according to an unnamed official. However, local authorities have yet to confirm the casualties.

Deadly stampede at India’s Maha Kumbh Mela leaves seven dead, multiple injured

A tragic stampede at the Maha Kumbh Mela in Uttar Pradesh, India, has left at least seven people dead and ten others injured as thousands gathered for a sacred ritual in Prayagraj.

Wang Yi calls for stronger China-India ties amid global uncertainty

Chinese FM Wang Yi urges stronger China-India ties, emphasizing trust and collaboration amid global challenges. As economic giants and neighbours, their cooperation could shape Asia's future.

At least eight dead, seven injured in blast at ordnance factory in Maharashtra

A deadly explosion at an ordnance factory in Bhandara, Maharashtra, claimed the lives of at least eight people and left seven others injured on Friday, January 24.

At least 11 killed in rail accident in western India

At least 11 people killed in western Maharashtra when passengers, fearing a fire, disembarked from their train and were struck by another passing train.

Fire at India's Maha Kumbh Mela festival contained, no one injured

India police detain second suspect in Saif Ali Khan stabbing incident

Tens of thousands gather for Maha Kumbh Mela festival in India

Tens of thousands of Hindus gathered in Prayagraj on Monday to begin the Maha Kumbh Mela, a six-week festival attracting over 400 million visitors. Devotees immerse in the sacred rivers seeking absolution during the religious event held every 12 years.

Helicopter crash in India kills three coast guard personnel

A tragic helicopter crash in Porbandar, India, on January 5 claimed the lives of three Coast Guard personnel. The Advanced Light Helicopter (ALH) Dhruv caught fire after crashing near the runway.

India’s ISRO to launch unmanned space docking mission at 10pm today

India aims to join an elite space club tonight as ISRO launches its first autonomous docking mission, a vital step toward building its own space station. Only the US, Russia, China and the EU have independently mastered this technology.

India's former PM Manmohan Singh cremated with state honours

India mourns Manmohan Singh: Former PM cremated with full state honours as global leaders pay tribute to the architect of economic liberalisation.

New Delhi faces severe pollution crisis as air quality hits hazardous levels

New Delhi has once again been engulfed by dangerous levels of pollution, prompting authorities to impose stricter measures to protect public health. With the air quality index soaring above 400, the city is now facing a severe environmental crisis.

Defence Ministers of Russia and India meet at Moscow

Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh Meets Russian Counterpart Andrey Belousov in Moscow

India arrests seven after protests at Bangladesh consulate

Police in India's Tripura state arrested seven members of a Hindu group for breaking into the Bangladesh consulate, vandalising property, and tearing down the national flag, following protests sparked by the arrest of a Hindu leader in Bangladesh.

India, Italy discuss collaboration on port infrastructure, shipbuilding, Bloomberg reports

India's parliament disrupted amid Adani allegations

Indian parliament sessions were disrupted as opposition lawmakers demanded a debate on bribery allegations against Adani Group, intensifying calls for Prime Minister Modi's response.

India suspends parliament again in dispute over U.S. action on Adani

New Delhi Enforces Fines to Combat Severe Pollution Crisis

To combat the decline in air quality during the past three weeks, authorities in the capital and surrounding cities of India fined thousands of car owners and construction sites for violating pollution regulations.

Diwali celebrations hit air quality in New Delhi

New Delhi topped global pollution charts Friday as Diwali firecracker celebrations worsened air quality to hazardous levels, despite a ban. Seasonal crop burning further compounded the smog, leaving the city blanketed in thick, dense pollution.

Heavy rain creates havoc in India's tech hub Bengaluru again

Parts of Bengaluru were flooded Tuesday after heavy overnight rain, with rescuers searching for people trapped in a collapsed building. The city faces severe waterlogging, fallen trees, and damaged infrastructure, as more rain is forecast in the coming days.

Armenia plans to buy Pralay missiles from India

Armenia is planning to acquire Pralay tactical ballistic missiles from India, these missiles are capable of maneuvering during the final phase of their flight

Hoax Bomb Threats Force Emergency Landing and Fighter Jet Scramble for Indian Airlines

Twin bomb threats targeted Indian airliners on Tuesday, forcing an Air India flight from New Delhi to Chicago to make an emergency landing in Iqaluit, Canada, while fighter jets were scrambled in Singapore. All 211 passengers were safely relocated, with the threat later deemed a hoax.