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Utah Senator Mike Lee stated on Saturday that he was informed by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio that Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro had been arrested by US personnel and transferred to the United States to face criminal charges.

read also: US Air Strikes Reported In Caracas As Venezuela Accuses Washington Of Aggression

In a message shared on his personal account on X, Lee said the operation appeared to fall under the president’s constitutional powers. He explained that such authority is granted by Article II of the US Constitution, allowing the president to act in order to safeguard American personnel from immediate or potential threats.

Lee said he had spoken directly with Rubio, who confirmed that US forces executed the arrest warrant and carried out what Lee described as “kinetic action” to ensure the safety of those involved in the operation. He added that the measures taken were strictly defensive and aimed at protecting US officials during the mission.

In a follow-up post, Lee said he was told that no additional military or enforcement actions were expected inside Venezuela now that Maduro was in US custody.

The senator’s comments came shortly after President Donald Trump announced that the United States had launched a major strike in Venezuela. Trump claimed that the operation resulted in the capture of the country’s sitting president and his wife, who were then flown out of the country.

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Eight Dead After Massive Blast Near Delhi’s Red Fort https://theedgemedia.in/eight-killed-blast-near-delhi-red-fort https://theedgemedia.in/eight-killed-blast-near-delhi-red-fort#respond Mon, 10 Nov 2025 15:00:04 +0000 https://theedgemedia.in/?p=26844 New Delhi | A powerful explosion occurred near the Red Fort in Delhi on Monday evening killing eight people and injuring several others The blast came from a car parked close to the Red Fort metro station gate number one spreading fire across several vehicles and shattering glass windows in the surrounding area. Authorities immediately […]

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New Delhi | A powerful explosion occurred near the Red Fort in Delhi on Monday evening killing eight people and injuring several others The blast came from a car parked close to the Red Fort metro station gate number one spreading fire across several vehicles and shattering glass windows in the surrounding area.

Authorities immediately declared a high alert across the city Seven fire tenders and police teams reached the location as the area was sealed to prevent further damage Officials from the Delhi Fire Service confirmed that the explosion was intense and that several injuries were feared.

Eyewitnesses reported chaos and panic as flames rose from the burning cars The sound of the explosion was so strong that it could be heard in nearby buildings and vehicles parked at a distance were badly damaged A witness who was near a gurdwara said the blast was extremely loud and caused complete destruction of vehicles around the site.Rescue operations are underway and the injured have been shifted to hospitals The cause of the explosion is being investigated while security has been tightened across Delhi.

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Delhi Police Foils Diwali Terror Plot: Two Suspected ISIS Operatives Arrested, Attack on Mall and Park Averted https://theedgemedia.in/delhi-police-isis-operatives-diwali-terror-plot-foiled https://theedgemedia.in/delhi-police-isis-operatives-diwali-terror-plot-foiled#respond Fri, 24 Oct 2025 09:31:07 +0000 https://theedgemedia.in/?p=26182 In a dramatic breakthrough just days before Diwali, the Delhi Police Special Cell has arrested two suspected ISIS operatives, both allegedly plotting a major terror strike in the national capital. According to officials, the arrests have averted a potentially devastating attack planned at a South Delhi mall and a public park during the festive rush. […]

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In a dramatic breakthrough just days before Diwali, the Delhi Police Special Cell has arrested two suspected ISIS operatives, both allegedly plotting a major terror strike in the national capital. According to officials, the arrests have averted a potentially devastating attack planned at a South Delhi mall and a public park during the festive rush.

Both suspects, identified as Adnan from Sadiq Nagar (Delhi) and Adnan from Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh), were in the final stages of preparing an Improvised Explosive Device (IED), police said on Friday.

Vow of Allegiance and Explosive Plans

Senior police officials revealed that investigators recovered incriminating materials, including a chilling video where the duo could be seen taking a “vow of allegiance” to ISIS. They had also stored photos and maps of potential targets in Delhi — all high-footfall public areas frequented during Diwali.

A digital watch modified to serve as a timer for an IED, along with photos of locations where they planned to procure bomb-making materials, was seized from their possession, said Additional Commissioner of Police (Special Cell) Pramod Kushwaha during a press briefing.

“The arrests have averted a possible terror attack in Delhi. Both operatives were radicalized and operationally active,” Kushwaha confirmed.

The Operation and Timeline

The Special Cell first nabbed the Delhi-based Adnan from Sadiq Nagar on October 16, following leads about suspicious online activity linked to extremist networks. His interrogation led to the arrest of the second suspect from Bhopal, who was also found to have prior links to radical groups.

Sources said the Bhopal-based Adnan had previously come under scrutiny after allegedly threatening an Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) official on social media over the Gyanvapi mosque survey. He had earlier been detained by Uttar Pradesh Police in connection with that incident.

Terror Links Under Probe

According to preliminary investigations, the accused were actively associated with ISIS and were “motivated to carry out a high-casualty strike” in Delhi. The duo had already conducted reconnaissance of several crowded areas, including the targeted mall and park.

Authorities believe the pair was part of a larger network, and a nationwide probe is now underway to trace potential handlers and digital footprints of the plot.

“Electronic devices and incriminating materials have been seized from their possession. Interrogation is ongoing to uncover their local and international links,” said a senior officer.

Capital on High Alert

Following the arrests, security agencies have stepped up vigilance across Delhi, especially in commercial hubs, malls, religious places, and markets expected to witness heavy footfall during Diwali. Anti-terror units have been instructed to maintain maximum alert levels and continue monitoring potential sleeper cells.

Officials have urged citizens to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity immediately.

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Gujarat School Horror: Class 10 Student Stabbed to Death by Junior | Instagram Chat Confession Shocks Nation https://theedgemedia.in/gujarat-school-murder-class10-student-stabbed-instagram-confession https://theedgemedia.in/gujarat-school-murder-class10-student-stabbed-instagram-confession#respond Thu, 21 Aug 2025 14:10:52 +0000 https://theedgemedia.in/?p=25894 A Class 10 student, Nayan Santani, was stabbed to death by his Class 8 junior outside an Ahmedabad school. An alleged Instagram confession has shocked parents, sparking massive protests and demands for stricter school security measures.

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Ahmedabad, August 21: A shocking incident has rocked Gujarat after 15-year-old Class 10 student, Nayan Santani, was brutally stabbed to death by his Class 8 junior outside the Seventh-Day Adventist Higher Secondary School on Tuesday.

 

According to police sources, a heated argument between the two escalated into violence when the accused pulled out a knife and stabbed Nayan in the stomach before fleeing the scene. CCTV footage shows Nayan staggering back into the school premises, clutching his wound, before being rushed to a nearby private hospital where he succumbed to his injuries.

 

Adding to the horror, an alleged Instagram chat between the accused and his friend has surfaced, where the boy appears to confess to the killing. In the viral chat, when asked if he stabbed Nayan, the accused responds chillingly, “Haan to” (Yes, I did). When questioned why, he claims Nayan had “dared” him during an argument.

 

The shocking revelation has triggered massive protests by angry parents and locals outside the school, demanding swift justice and stricter security measures on campuses.

 

Police have detained the accused minor and registered a case of murder under IPC Section 302. Investigators are examining the chat records and CCTV footage to strengthen the case.

 

The gruesome killing has sparked a nationwide debate on student safety, bullying, and rising juvenile crimes. Authorities have promised strict action and assured parents of increased security measures in schools.

 

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Kishtwar Tragedy: Death Toll Rises to 65, Search Intensifies for 33 Missing After Cloudburst Horror https://theedgemedia.in/kishtwar-cloudburst-machail-mata-yatra-rescue-death-toll https://theedgemedia.in/kishtwar-cloudburst-machail-mata-yatra-rescue-death-toll#respond Thu, 21 Aug 2025 13:34:52 +0000 https://theedgemedia.in/?p=25890 The Kishtwar cloudburst tragedy deepens as the death toll reaches 65, with 33 still missing. Multi-agency teams led by the NDRF, Army, and police are conducting massive rescue operations to trace victims and clear debris amid large-scale devastation.

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Kishtwar, Jammu & Kashmir | August 21: The multi-agency rescue operation in cloudburst-hit Kishtwar entered its eighth consecutive day on Thursday, with authorities racing against time to trace  33 missing persons after the devastating floods during the Machail Mata yatra.

 

The tragedy struck on August 14, flattening makeshift markets, damaging 16 houses, three temples, four water mills, and a 30-metre bridge, leaving behind a trail of destruction. The death toll now stands at 65, including three CISF personnel and one J&K Police SPO, while  over 100 people were injured.

 

Rescue efforts have intensified at three key locations — near the langar site, the washed-away houses, and the Bhuat nallah in Gulabgarh-Paddar. A massive team of the NDRF, SDRF, Army, CISF, police, BRO, civil administration, and local volunteers is tirelessly working to recover bodies and rescue survivors.

 

Specialized heavy-duty machinery, earthmovers, sniffer dogs, and advanced trucks have been deployed to sift through debris and reach inaccessible areas. Rescue teams from the 13th Battalion of NDRF are focusing on the 22-km stretch between Chisoti and Gulabgarh, following the recovery of two bodies downstream.

 

Officials confirmed that DNA identification has begun for recovered body parts, while relief measures, evacuation drives, and aid distribution are underway under the supervision of senior IAS and IPS officers, on the directions of Lt. Governor Manoj Sinha.

 

With hopes fading for the missing, the Kishtwar disaster stands as one of J&K’s deadliest tragedies in recent years, leaving hundreds displaced and the region in shock.

 

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RED ALERT: Heavy Rains Expected in Palghar, South Gujarat & Mumbai https://theedgemedia.in/red-alert-palghar-south-gujarat-heavy-rainfall-mumbai-weather https://theedgemedia.in/red-alert-palghar-south-gujarat-heavy-rainfall-mumbai-weather#respond Wed, 20 Aug 2025 13:08:22 +0000 https://theedgemedia.in/?p=25861 SkyWatch Weather India has issued a red alert for Palghar district and several parts of South Gujarat, including Vapi and Valsad, warning of very heavy rainfall from Wednesday night until Thursday evening. Authorities have urged residents to stay indoors and avoid unnecessary travel as disaster management teams have been placed on high alert. Local administrations […]

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SkyWatch Weather India has issued a red alert for Palghar district and several parts of South Gujarat, including Vapi and Valsad, warning of very heavy rainfall from Wednesday night until Thursday evening.

Authorities have urged residents to stay indoors and avoid unnecessary travel as disaster management teams have been placed on high alert. Local administrations are closely monitoring water levels in low-lying areas and coordinating with weather agencies to provide timely updates.

In Mumbai, Thane, and Raigad, fresh showers are expected between 10 pm Wednesday and 1 pm Thursday, with rainfall projected between 60 mm and 90 mm. Officials, however, confirmed that the worst phase of heavy rains in Mumbai is over, though waterlogging and traffic disruptions may still occur in several pockets.

An official from SkyWatch Weather India stated:

“Palghar and South Gujarat are likely to see intense rainfall in the next 24 hours. While Mumbai continues to receive showers, extreme conditions are unlikely there.”

Travel advisories have been issued, cautioning citizens against visiting coastal regions and urging commuters to stay updated on transport alerts. Emergency helplines have been activated, and residents are advised to prepare for possible disruptions.

With the monsoon currents strengthening along the Konkan coast, weather experts warn that Palghar, Vapi, and Valsad could face flash floods if rainfall intensifies overnight.

 

 

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Diplomatic Firestorm! Russia Slams Trump’s ‘Unjustified’ Tariffs — Stands Firmly With India https://theedgemedia.in/russia-backs-india-slams-trump-tariffs-breaking-news https://theedgemedia.in/russia-backs-india-slams-trump-tariffs-breaking-news#respond Wed, 20 Aug 2025 12:44:22 +0000 https://theedgemedia.in/?p=25853 A diplomatic thunderstorm has erupted! Russia has come out swinging against the United States, lashing out at Donald Trump’s newly imposed tariffs on Indian exports, calling them “unjustified, illegal, and unilateral.” The fiery statement came from Roman Babushkin, Deputy Chief of Mission at the Russian Embassy in New Delhi, during a high-intensity press briefing today. […]

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A diplomatic thunderstorm has erupted!

Russia has come out swinging against the United States, lashing out at Donald Trump’s newly imposed tariffs on Indian exports, calling them “unjustified, illegal, and unilateral.”

The fiery statement came from Roman Babushkin, Deputy Chief of Mission at the Russian Embassy in New Delhi, during a high-intensity press briefing today. Moscow didn’t just criticize Washington’s move — it threw its full weight behind India.

Moscow’s Big Statement

Babushkin made it clear: Russia is standing shoulder-to-shoulder with India.

“If Indian goods are blocked from entering the U.S. market, the Russian market is open and ready,” he declared, triggering a wave of applause among diplomats and business representatives present at the event.

With these words, Moscow sent a direct signal to Washington — India won’t be isolated, and Russia is ready to fill the gap.

U.S. Under Fire

Babushkin didn’t hold back when accusing the U.S. of weaponizing the global economy.

“Unilateral sanctions and secondary penalties, without U.N. approval, are illegitimate. Friends don’t pressure friends through economic warfare,” he said sharply, in what many are calling a diplomatic strike against Washington’s aggressive policies.

India’s Strong Response

New Delhi has already slammed the steep tariff hike, which has raised duties on several Indian exports to a staggering 50%.
Indian officials have labeled Trump’s move “unfair, unreasonable, and unacceptable.”

Sources confirm that India is doubling down on its strategic energy independence — determined to continue importing Russian crude oil, despite growing U.S. pressure.

Energy & Trade Alliance Gets Stronger

Russia has reassured India that its supply of crude oil, LNG, and energy resources will remain unaffected.
Behind the scenes, both nations are working on alternative trade mechanisms, including local currency settlements, to bypass U.S. financial restrictions  entirely.

Analysts suggest that this could mark the beginning of a new trade era, with India and Russia forging even stronger economic links.

 Geopolitical Shock waves 

The diplomatic clash isn’t just about tariffs — it’s about global alliances shifting rapidly.

Reports suggest a potential trilateral summit involving Russian President Vladimir Putin, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and Chinese President Xi Jinping is on the cards. If confirmed, this could send a clear message to Washington: a united front against Western economic coercion.

The Bigger Picture

This isn’t just about tariffs — it’s about global power shifts. With Russia openly backing India and offering to deepen strategic ties, the Indo-Russian partnership could enter a new era of cooperation.

As Washington tightens trade restrictions, Moscow and New Delhi are aligning more closely than ever — signaling a potential reshaping of global economic alliances.

 

 

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Bird Flu: Decision to kill and bury 8-10 thousand birds at Parbhani in Maharashtra https://theedgemedia.in/bird-flu-decision-to-kill-and-bury-8-10-thousands https://theedgemedia.in/bird-flu-decision-to-kill-and-bury-8-10-thousands#respond Tue, 12 Jan 2021 08:57:47 +0000 https://theedgemedia.in/?p=7587 Union Minister of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairy Giriraj Singh said on Monday that there is no scientific report about the infection of bird flu to humans. In such a situation, states should not ban mandis or ban the sale of poultry products. His statement came after Delhi government imposed a ban on supplies from […]

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Union Minister of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairy Giriraj Singh said on Monday that there is no scientific report about the infection of bird flu to humans. In such a situation, states should not ban mandis or ban the sale of poultry products. His statement came after Delhi government imposed a ban on supplies from outside processed and packaged chicken.
In fact, Delhi Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia said that the supply of processed and packaged chicken from outside has been banned in Delhi. He also said that it is common influenza which can spread to birds, animals or humans but bird flu does not spread from humans to humans. It can spread to humans only through contact with infected birds.
He said that those who eat chicken and egg, if they eat fully cooked chicken or boiled egg, they will not get infection. He said that the state government is taking all precautionary steps and the government is doing its best to prevent it from spreading, in such a situation there is no need to panic.
The district administration has decided to kill and bury 8,000 to 10,000 birds in the village after the death of 900 chickens from bird flu in Muramba village of Parbhani in Maharashtra. District Collector Deepak Mughalikar said that bird flu is the cause of death of chickens. After this, a decision has been taken to kill the birds within one kilometer radius of the village. Also, 10 km area has been declared as restricted zone.

Birds will not be brought here from any other place nor will they be taken anywhere else. A medical team has also been deployed which will examine the villagers. At the same time, the number of birds died in Kendrebadi village of Latur district of the state is 225. Samples of some of these birds have been sent for investigation and reports are awaited.

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