Centre extends ban on Zakir Naik's Islamic Research Foundation for 5 years

Delhi govt alleges plot to dump dead fish in Yamuna ahead of Chhath Puja

Railways reviews RAC scheme over passenger discomfort and fare fairness concerns

Indian Railways is examining whether to scrap the Reservation Against Cancellation (RAC) facility. Passengers have complained that shared berths come at full fare, which many consider unfair. Discomfort has also surfaced when men and women are placed in the same shared berth space. A parliamentary panel has recommended that the arrangement be reviewed to improve the travel experience.

Chris Van Hollen Launches Bid to Unseat Schumer as Democratic Senate Leader

Senator Chris Van Hollen has announced he will challenge Chuck Schumer for the Senate Democratic leadership post. He contends that the party requires fresh leadership to respond more effectively to voters seeking change. Bernie Sanders and Abdul El-Sayed have publicly backed his candidacy. Schumer, for his part, says he remains confident he will keep his leadership role as the discussions continue.

Retired Bihar railway pilot arrested for allegedly murdering wife in Munger

A retired railway loco pilot has been accused of killing his wife, Pooja Devi, at their home in Jamalpur, Munger district, Bihar. Police discovered her body along with a suspected murder weapon. The accused reportedly suspected her of infidelity, which allegedly led to the killing. Her family alleges that she had endured years of domestic abuse and harassment from him. The man has been taken into custody, and investigators are examining the events that led to the incident.