Chhavi Chandani

2025 - Present

India-US Trade Breakthrough: Tariffs Slashed to 18%, $500 Billion Deal Reshapes Ties

India and the United States have announced an interim trade framework that lowers tariffs, expands market access, and aims to boost bilateral trade to $500 billion over five years.

Meghalaya Coal Mine Explosion Kills 25, Triggers Probe and Fresh Debate on Safety

A deadly explosion at an illegal coal mine in Meghalaya’s East Jaintia Hills has killed 25 workers, prompting arrests, rescue operations, and renewed scrutiny of unsafe mining practices.

Kerala Spa Employee Gang-Raped by 6 After Owner Refuses ₹50,000 Extortion Demand

A woman employee in Thiruvalla was allegedly gang-raped by six men after her employer refused to pay extortion money demanded by the gang.

Nationwide February 7 Strike Disrupts Ola Uber Rapido Services As Drivers Demand Minimum Base Fares and Regulation

A nationwide strike by app-based drivers disrupted services across major Indian cities as workers demanded government-fixed minimum fares and better labour protections.

Delhi Police Register FIR Against DJB Officials and Contractor After 25-Year-Old Biker Dies in 20-Foot Pit

A 25-year-old Delhi bank employee died after his motorcycle plunged into an open 20-foot pit dug by the Delhi Jal Board, sparking allegations of negligence and poor safety measures.

Four Bengaluru Family Members Found Hanging in Bihar Dharamshala Under Mysterious Circumstances

A family of four from Bengaluru was found dead inside a Rajgir dharamshala room, with police investigating whether the deaths were suicide or murder.

Rudrankksh Patil Ends Seven-Year Men’s Air Rifle Gold Drought for India at Asian Championships

India achieves a historic double podium in men’s 10m air rifle and clinches team gold in New Delhi.

Singapore Transforms Ocean Plastic into Durable Public Furniture, Making Circular Economy Visible to Citizens

Singapore’s innovative programme recycles ocean-bound plastic into benches, decking, and fixtures, promoting sustainability and public awareness.

Pakistan: Islamabad Mosque Blast During Friday Prayers Injures Ten, Triggers Citywide Medical Emergency

A blast at a Shi’ite mosque in Islamabad during Friday prayers injured at least ten people and placed the city’s hospitals on emergency alert.