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Why is Al-Falah University director Jawad Ahmad Siddiqui facing fresh scrutiny?

Al-Falah University, already in the spotlight after three of its doctors have been linked to the Delhi blast, now appears to be headed for deeper trouble. Its founder and managing trustee, Jawad Ahmad Siddiqui, is under investigation for his chequered past and a trail of questionable business dealings

Delhi blast case: Umar Nabi's Pulwama home demolished by security forces after discovery of explosives

Nabi's house was located in J&K's Pulwama district. The house was demolished in the intervening nights of Thursday and Friday was carried out by an explosion, leading to the cordoning off of the entire area

Bihar election results: NDA takes early lead as counting of votes begins

Counting of votes began at 8 am on Friday, and early leads have given the NDA an edge over the MGB. The NDA is leading in 68 seats as of 8:30 am, while the grand alliance formed by the current opposition is leading in 41 seats.

Big win for NDA in Bihar, Prashant Kishor’s Jan Suraaj Party fails to make an impact: Exit polls

As voting for the Bihar Assembly polls concluded on Tuesday, exit polls have predicted a return for the NDA's alliance with a clear majority by securing 130 to 160 seats. Mahagathbadhan, despite all its promises to bring change to Bihar, may fall short with only 70 to 100 seats.

Bihar Exit Polls 2025 Updates: NDA likely to retain power in Bihar with sweeping majority, poll of polls predicts; MGB trails far behind

Bihar Exit Polls 2025 Live Updates: Bihar’s 2025 Assembly election reached a key stage on Tuesday as the second and final phase of voting concluded across 122 constituencies in 20 districts. Voters wrapped up a high-stakes campaign marked by intense rallies, sharp political messaging, and strong turnout, with attention now shifting to exit polls and the November 14 results.

High blood pressure cases among children nearly double in 20 yrs as poor diets and stress take their toll, Lancet study shows

A Lancet study reveals that hypertension cases among children and teens have doubled in 20 years. Indian doctors warn that poor diets, stress and inactivity are fuelling a silent epidemic of early-onset high blood pressure.

Two hybrid terrorists arrested in Sopore; arms and ammunition recovered: Police

In a statement posted on X (formerly Twitter), police identified the arrested men as Shabir Najar and Shabir Mir.

India to grow at 7% in 2025: Moody's credits infra spending, household savings

The agency retained its 2025 GDP growth forecast at 7%, followed by 6.4% in 2026 and 6.5% in 2027, highlighting stable domestic demand and ongoing export diversification as key drivers of growth

In Graphics | Who are the Bihar candidates whose fate will be decided tomorrow?

The fate of Bihar will be decided tomorrow (November 15). Ahead of the results, we take you through the numbers that truly matter

Delhi blast updates: J&K Police move Interpol for red corner notice against Kashmir doctor in terror module probe

Delhi blast LIVE updates: The probe into the Delhi blast has entered its third day, with the National Investigation Agency (NIA) spearheading the investigation

What are 2012 rules that regulate use of ammonium nitrate in India?

Ammonium nitrate, which was recovered from the 'white collar' module linked to Delhi's Red Fort blast, is deemed a 'special category explosive' in India. Its manufacturing, sale, and transportation is highly regulated. It has been used in bombs across the world.

Why India is making mining of graphite more lucrative: It’s about your next EV

The Union cabinet has approved the royalty rate of Caesium, Graphite, Rubidium, and Zirconium. The step proves to improve the energy supply chain and enhance security for critical minerals.

Red Fort terrorists planned Pulwama-type attack in Kashmir, switched to Delhi after crackdown: Report

The terrorists' 'core team' behind the Red Fort attack had originally planned to carry out a Pulwama-type bombing in Kashmir, but the remaining terrorist changed their plan to strike Delhi after fellow terrorists were arrested, sources have said.

i20, Brezza, EcoSport and more… How multiple vehicles are ‘linked’ to Delhi blast

Investigating officers are leaving no stone unturned to nab all those involved in Delhi’s Red Fort blast. During the course of their probe, they have found a red EcoSport, and a Brezza — both believed to be used during reconnaissance and planning of the explosion

Delhi Blast: Third car linked to the Red Fort case found at Al-Falah University

Three days after the devastating blast rocked India's capital, Delhi, the authorities have found the Maruti Brezza, reportedly used by doctors to orchestrate the explosion near Red Fort

Fact check: Was Mahipalpur explosion really a bomb blast? What triggered the panic?

Following reports of a 'blast' at South Delhi's Mahipalpur area, the authorities rushed to the spot and said no bomb explosion had taken place. Here is what actually happened.

Delhi car blast suspect Umar Nabi spotted visiting a mosque just before explosion: CCTV footage

Investigative agencies are currently ascertaining whether Nabi made contact with anyone after he left the car briefly. There is no clarity on the particular mosque Nabi was spotted around, or whether he visited the said mosque

Delhi Red Fort blast’s death toll rises to 13

The death toll in Delhi's Red Fort blast rose to 13 today after a person undergoing treatment at a hospital succumbed to injuries.

Delhi Red Fort blast a terror incident, says Cabinet

In the first official statement, the government has called Delhi's Red Fort blast a 'terrorist incident' perpetrated by 'anti-national forces'.

India okays Rs 25,000 cr package for export mission with a 6-year timeline

Under the Export Promotion Mission, priority assistance will be directed toward sectors hit hardest by global tariff hikes, including textiles, leather, gems and jewellery, engineering goods, and marine products

After Red Fort blast, how bomb threats triggered panic at airports across India

After a powerful explosion near Red Fort, several major airports across India, including the Delhi airport, received bomb threats, setting off a wave of panic and tighter security checks. Police and security agencies quickly investigated the matter, and the threats were later confirmed to be hoaxes

DNA test confirms Dr Umar Nabi was man behind Delhi blast. Why this is significant

Four days after the horrific car explosion near Delhi’s Red Fort, investigators have finally made a breakthrough. A DNA test has confirmed that the man driving the vehicle was Pulwama-based Dr Umar Nabi. This is crucial as it establishes a direct link between the blast and the Al-Falah university in Faridabad

Rubio says Delhi blast incident was 'clearly a terror attack', praises India's 'professionalism' in probe

US State Secretary Marco Rubio said that he discussed the Delhi incident with his Indian counterpart S Jaishankar, who is also attending the G7 meeting

India activates Nyoma airbase close to China border — a booster shot for Army in Ladakh

On Wednesday, the Indian forces operationalised their new Nyoma airbase near the frontier with China, seen as a major booster shot for the country's military capabilities in Eastern Ladakh.

GV Sudeep Chakravarthy: The doctor-cop who saw a plot in posters and busted cross-state terror module

The Jaish-e-Mohammed posters appeared along the streets of Nowgam-Bunpora in Srinagar, warning security officials of "dire consequences". While they were mostly ignored by residents of the area, SSP Chakravarthy saw a deeper plot in them

Turkey link emerges in Delhi blast case; accused plotted R-Day strike at Red Fort

Key members of a "white-collar" terror module had plans to target the Red Fort on Republic Day this year as part of their larger conspiracy to hit important installations in the national capital and conducted multiple reconnaissances of the area around the monument, officials said on Wednesday.

India needs a world class Indian credit rating agency, Piyush Goyal explains why

Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal said that India needs a world-class domestic credit rating agency. He said that global agencies very often exaggerate small disturbances or changes in the Indian economy.

Delhi Red Fort Blast: Suspect Umar’s Ford EcoSport car found in Haryana

In Delhi's Red Fort blast case, suspect Umar's Ford EcoSport car has been found in Haryana’s Khandawali village, sources have said.

Ricin: How a common plant toxin could turn into India’s next big bioweapon threat

The Gujarat Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) carried out fresh searches at the Hyderabad home of arrested doctor Ahmed Mohiyuddin Saiyed, where officers seized an unidentified chemical and materials suspected to be linked to the ongoing “ricin poison” terror plot investigation

Delhi blast: Was there a second vehicle that escaped Red Fort explosion? Multi-state police hunt on

The Delhi Police has sounded an alert across all police stations, posts, and border checkpoints in the national capital to trace a red Ford EcoSport car suspected to be linked to the Red Fort blast case, sources said on Wednesday.