A morphed image of PM Modi posted by a Congress worker in Dombivli sparked BJP protests and a political showdown in Mumbai. Meanwhile in Delhi, over 200 people fell ill from suspected food poisoning after eating buckwheat flour during Navratri fasting.
Here are top 5 stories that made headlines today:
Congress worker’s morphed post against PM Modi triggers political clash in Dombivli
A political storm broke out in Dombivli after Congress worker Prakash “Mama” Pagare posted a morphed image of PM Narendra Modi in a sari, alongside what BJP called a derogatory song. Outraged BJP cadres retaliated, allegedly summoning and forcing Pagare to wear a sari. Read full story
Over 200 fall ill in Delhi from buckwheat flour during Navratri fasting
At least 200 people from northwest Delhi fell ill after consuming buckwheat flour during Navratri fasting, police said. Most patients from Jahangirpuri and nearby areas were stable, with no critical cases reported. The incident caused panic in the locality, prompting immediate checks and public advisories. Read full story
Political row erupts after heavy rains floods Kolkata, leaving 8 dead
Torrential overnight rain flooded large parts of Kolkata, killing at least eight by electrocution and crippling daily life. The BJP accused the TMC-run civic body of corruption, while TMC alleged that BJP was politicising the tragedy. The IMD warned of more rain in south Bengal districts. See live updates
Uttarakhand man in Russia for higher studies, 'sent to war front in Ukraine'
The family of Rakesh Kumar, a 30-year-old from Udham Singh Nagar, claimed that he was coerced into joining the Russian army while on a study visa in St Petersburg. His relatives have appealed to the MEA, Indian embassy in Moscow, and local officials for help in bringing him back. Read full story
Akhilesh Yadav hails Azam Khan’s release from jail
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav welcomed senior leader Azam Khan’s release from Sitapur jail, calling it a “matter of relief and joy” for his family and those who believe in justice. Yadav thanked the court and attacked BJP for filing “fake cases,” saying lies and conspiracies eventually collapse. Read full story
Here are top 5 stories that made headlines today:
Congress worker’s morphed post against PM Modi triggers political clash in Dombivli
A political storm broke out in Dombivli after Congress worker Prakash “Mama” Pagare posted a morphed image of PM Narendra Modi in a sari, alongside what BJP called a derogatory song. Outraged BJP cadres retaliated, allegedly summoning and forcing Pagare to wear a sari. Read full story
Over 200 fall ill in Delhi from buckwheat flour during Navratri fasting
At least 200 people from northwest Delhi fell ill after consuming buckwheat flour during Navratri fasting, police said. Most patients from Jahangirpuri and nearby areas were stable, with no critical cases reported. The incident caused panic in the locality, prompting immediate checks and public advisories. Read full story
Political row erupts after heavy rains floods Kolkata, leaving 8 dead
Torrential overnight rain flooded large parts of Kolkata, killing at least eight by electrocution and crippling daily life. The BJP accused the TMC-run civic body of corruption, while TMC alleged that BJP was politicising the tragedy. The IMD warned of more rain in south Bengal districts. See live updates
Uttarakhand man in Russia for higher studies, 'sent to war front in Ukraine'
The family of Rakesh Kumar, a 30-year-old from Udham Singh Nagar, claimed that he was coerced into joining the Russian army while on a study visa in St Petersburg. His relatives have appealed to the MEA, Indian embassy in Moscow, and local officials for help in bringing him back. Read full story
Akhilesh Yadav hails Azam Khan’s release from jail
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav welcomed senior leader Azam Khan’s release from Sitapur jail, calling it a “matter of relief and joy” for his family and those who believe in justice. Yadav thanked the court and attacked BJP for filing “fake cases,” saying lies and conspiracies eventually collapse. Read full story
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