Flood kills four in India
Torrential rains in northeast India have sparked heavy flooding killing at least four people, government disaster officials said Wednesday. More than a million people have been impacted by floods, according to government figures. Monsoon rains cause widespread destruction every year,…
French journalist forced to leave India after work permit denial
Sebastien Farcis, a French journalist, has departed India after 13 years, citing “incomprehensible censorship” as the reason. His work permit was denied, rendering him unable to practice his profession and leaving him without income. Farcis, who worked for Radio France…
Owner Arrested After Billboard Collapse Kills 16 in Mumbai
Indian police have arrested Bhavesh Bhinde, the owner of a large billboard that collapsed onto a petrol station in Mumbai, killing 16 people. The arrest follows the filing of a culpable homicide case against Bhinde, who had fled the city…
Nigerian Arrested For Trafficking Cocaine Worth N133m in India
The Anti-Narcotics Cell (ANC) of Mumbai’s Bandra Unit apprehended a Nigerian drug peddler and seized cocaine valued at approximately Rs 1.25 crore, according to officials. The ANC Bandra Unit conducted a special operation on January 8, targeting drug traffickers in…