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Priyanka Kumari

Priyanka Kumari is a Chief Sub-Editor at India TV. With close to nine years in the newsroom, Priyanka has built her craft around clarity, context, and sharp editorial judgement. Her focus area spans politics, crime, and international affairs, with a keen eye on the intersections that affect everyday lives. She brings a humane touch to every story she works on, always looking for the people behind the headlines. She can be reached at priyankakumari@indiatvnews.com

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No warning against samosas or jalebis, says Health Ministry on 'Oil and Sugar Board' advisory
India | Jul 15, 2025, 07:38 PM IST
Viral claims that the Union Health Ministry has issued warnings or bans against Indian snacks like samosas and jalebi are false. The MoHFW’s recent advisory encourages the display of “Oil and Sugar Boards” in government offices to raise awareness about the health impact of excessive oil and sugar.
Bengaluru: Two college lecturers, their friend, arrested for sexually assaulting student repeatedly
Karnataka | Jul 15, 2025, 06:20 PM IST
Three men, including two lecturers from a private college in Bengaluru, have been arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting a student on multiple occasions. The accused lured the victim to the city under the pretext of academic help, then used blackmail and threats to repeatedly abuse her.
India hits clean energy milestone, meets Paris target 5 years early | Know how it was achieved
India | Jul 15, 2025, 04:56 PM IST
India has met its Paris Agreement target of sourcing 50% of its installed power capacity from non-fossil fuel sources, five years ahead of the 2030 deadline. As of July 2025, 242.8 GW of India’s total 484.8 GW electricity capacity is drawn from clean sources like solar, wind, hydro, and nuclear.

Maharashtra rolls out 'Code Pink' in hospitals to combat infant abductions | All you need to know
Explainers | Jul 15, 2025, 04:40 PM IST
The Maharashtra government has implemented Code Pink, a hospital-wide emergency response system to prevent infant abduction and child theft in public hospitals. Triggered when a newborn or child under 15 goes missing, the alert initiates a coordinated response involving all hospital departments.
Chaos ensues on SpiceJet Delhi-Mumbai flight as two passengers try to enter cockpit | Video
India | Jul 15, 2025, 03:29 PM IST
Two passengers on a SpiceJet Delhi-Mumbai flight created chaos on board by attempting to enter the cockpit and demanding the air-conditioning be turned on. The incident occurred while the aircraft was taxiing for takeoff on July 14. A viral video shows other passengers urging the duo to sit down.
Yemen postpones execution of Indian nurse Nimisha Priya scheduled for July 16: Sources
India | Jul 15, 2025, 02:22 PM IST
Yemen authorities have postponed the execution of Indian national Nimisha Priya, scheduled for July 16, according to sources. The Government of India had intensified efforts in recent days to secure more time for Priya's family to reach a mutually acceptable resolution with the victim's family.

Russian woman living with kids in Gokarna cave says ‘we were not dying’, defends lifestyle | Video
Karnataka | Jul 15, 2025, 01:09 PM IST
A Russian woman, Nina Kutina, who was rescued along with her two daughters from a cave near Gokarna in Karnataka, has defended her choice to live in the wild, stating that her children were healthy, well-fed, and engaged in creative learning. Kutina also denied overstaying her visa since 2017.
Mumbai shocker: Two teenagers stripped, forced into sexual act over money dispute; one arrested
Crime | Jul 15, 2025, 12:43 PM IST
Two teenage boys, including a minor, were allegedly abducted and forced to perform oral sex by four men in Mumbai over a financial dispute, police said. The accused, reportedly angadia (courier) workers, had lent money to the victims and later accused them of theft.
Tesla makes India debut with first Mumbai store, CM Fadnavis wants company to build here
Maharashtra | Jul 15, 2025, 11:59 AM IST
Tesla launched its first Experience Centre in India at Mumbai's Bandra Kurla Complex on Tuesday. Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, present at the event, urged the electric vehicle giant to consider the state for setting up its research, development, and manufacturing facilities.

SpiceJet flight from Delhi to Srinagar experiences mid-air 'free fall' over Banihal Pass | Video
India | Jul 13, 2025, 11:37 PM IST
A SpiceJet flight from Delhi to Srinagar experienced a mid-air scare on Saturday when it reportedly went into a brief "free fall" over the Banihal Pass, causing panic among passengers. A viral video captured the chaos inside the cabin, though the airline has not yet issued an official statement.
Tripura student, missing for six days, found dead in Yamuna; suicide note found from Delhi hostel
India | Jul 13, 2025, 10:17 PM IST
Sneha Debnath, a 19-year-old student from Tripura studying at Delhi University, was found dead in the Yamuna river near Geeta Colony flyover a week after she went missing. A suicide note recovered from her hostel room revealed her intention to jump from Signature Bridge, citing feelings of failure.
Haryana: Nuh on high alert ahead of Brij Mandal Yatra, internet, SMS services suspended for 24 hours
Haryana | Jul 13, 2025, 09:06 PM IST
Haryana’s Nuh district has been placed on high alert and mobile internet services suspended for 24 hours ahead of the Brij Mandal Jalabhishek Yatra. The suspension, ordered by the Home Department under telecom suspension rules, aims to prevent the spread of misinformation and maintain public order.

Delhi reels under heavy rain as IMD issues red alert, more downpours expected
Delhi | Jul 13, 2025, 08:27 PM IST
Heavy rain lashed Delhi and NCR on Sunday evening, prompting the India Meteorological Department to upgrade its orange alert to red alert, warning of heavy to very heavy rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms and gusty winds. Waterlogging was reported in several areas, though there was less traffic.
Kanwar Yatra 2025: FIR filed after glass shards found on kanwariya route in Delhi’s Shahdara, probe
Delhi | Jul 13, 2025, 07:30 PM IST
Delhi Police has filed an FIR after broken glass pieces were found on the Kanwar Yatra route in Shahdara’s GTB area and Jhilmil Colony. The incident, flagged by Minister Kapil Mishra on social media, raised safety concerns for pilgrims.
'Leaving India': Gurugram man’s viral outburst over flooded streets strikes a chord with netizens
Trending | Jul 13, 2025, 06:13 PM IST
A Gurugram man’s emotional outburst on Reddit has gone viral after he shared his intention to leave India due to the city’s failing infrastructure and severe waterlogging during the recent monsoon downpour. Frustrated by flooded roads and stranded vehicles, he said he was considering moving abroad.

Telangana Jagruthi workers storm MLC Mallanna’s office, gunman fires in air to disperse mob
Telangana | Jul 13, 2025, 05:00 PM IST
Violence broke out at Congress MLC Teenmaar Mallanna’s office in Medipally, Telangana, after a group of Telangana Jagruthi workers allegedly stormed the premises in protest against his remarks on BRS MLC K Kavitha. Mallanna was present during the incident.
Tripura girl mysteriously goes missing in Delhi, CM Manik Saha orders swift police action
India | Jul 13, 2025, 03:58 PM IST
Sneha Debnath, a 19-year-old student from Tripura studying at Delhi University, has gone missing in the national capital under puzzling circumstances. Last heard from on July 7, she had told her mother she was heading to Sarai Rohilla station with a friend, but never made it.
Delhi building collapse kills six of family, injures eight in northeast's Welcome area
Delhi | Jul 12, 2025, 11:43 PM IST
A four-storey building collapsed early Saturday in northeast Delhi’s Welcome area, killing six members of a family—including a two-year-old girl—and injuring eight others. The victims had recently moved into the building after surviving a fire at their previous home.
Pilots’ body seeks fair, transparent probe into Air India crash, alleges bias in AAIB report
India | Jul 12, 2025, 11:27 PM IST
The Airline Pilots' Association of India (ALPA India) has raised serious concerns about the preliminary probe into the June 12 Air India crash in Ahmedabad, alleging a bias toward blaming pilot error. The association called for a transparent, fact-based investigation and demanded observer status.
Kannada actor Manjula Shruthi stabbed by husband in Bengaluru over suspected affair, hospitalised
Karnataka | Jul 12, 2025, 10:26 PM IST
Kannada TV actor Manjula Shruthi was allegedly stabbed multiple times by her husband Amresh in Bengaluru’s Muneshwara Layout on July 4 over suspected infidelity. The couple, married for 20 years, had recently reconciled after a period of separation.