Emergency
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NCERT includes chapters on SIR, Emergency in Class 9 Social Science text book
Education | Jun 26, 2026, 11:24 AM ISTAccording to the book ‘Understanding Society India and Beyond: Part 1’, the Election Commission is responsible for conducting free and fair elections in the country, as well as preparing electoral rolls and strengthening the democratic system
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Venezuela Earthquake Updates: 188 dead, over 970 injured as rescue ops continue; emergency declared
World | Jun 25, 2026, 11:44 PM ISTAuthorities fear that the actual number of fatalities could be significantly higher due to the vast number of destroyed and damaged buildings, as emergency teams press on with search and rescue operations.
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'Emergency chapter' row in textbook: NCERT says fake version circulated online, to take legal action
Education | Jun 25, 2026, 10:50 AM ISTNCERT has warned of taking legal action against the perpetrators and advised students and teachers to access NCERT books only through official sources NCERT website (ncert.nic.in), ePathshala, and authorized vendors.
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One number for every emergency! Supreme Court orders nationwide shift to '112' helpline
India | May 29, 2026, 11:45 AM ISTWhile hearing a petition filed by road safety organisation SaveLIFE Foundation, the top court observed that trauma care is directly linked to the Right to Life under Article 21 of the Constitution.
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Emergency declared at Delhi's IGI airport after IndiGo flight from Vizag suffers engine failure
Delhi | Mar 28, 2026, 02:28 PM ISTApart from full emergency, the runway 28 of the airport was placed on high alert as the airport authorities quickly activated the emergency protocols.
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How artificial intelligence helped locate a missing Italian climber
Technology | Jan 15, 2026, 05:04 PM ISTAI image analysis helped rescuers detect anomalies and locate a missing Italian doctor, highlighting AI’s life-saving potential in emergencies.
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Google rolls out Android Emergency Location Service in India, starting with Uttar Pradesh: Details
Technology | Dec 24, 2025, 08:15 PM ISTGoogle has launched its Android Emergency Location Service (ELS) in India, starting with Uttar Pradesh as the first fully supported state. The feature automatically shares a caller’s precise location with emergency responders during calls to 112, helping police, ambulance, and fire services.
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Google launches Emergency Location Service in India: Why it is lifeline for Android users
Technology | Dec 24, 2025, 02:37 PM ISTGoogle’s new Emergency Location Service (ELS) has launched in India. The feature is compatible with any smartphone running Android version 6 or above.
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Biggest hits and flops of 2025: Chhaava and Dhurandhar shine; Thug Life crashes
Bollywood | Dec 24, 2025, 11:02 AM IST2025 delivered massive blockbusters, surprise hits and painful flops. From Chhaava and Dhurandhar to Thug Life, here’s how the Indian box office shaped up.
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IndiGo flight from Jeddah diverted to Mumbai after bomb threat
India | Nov 01, 2025, 11:53 PM ISTFollowing thorough inspections and close coordination among the airport’s fire safety and security units, authorities determined that the threat lacked credibility. At 11:38 am, ATC officially lifted the full emergency, allowing normal operations to resume.
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DGCA directs Air India to reinspect emergency system after Dreamliner scare
India | Oct 12, 2025, 11:06 AM ISTAfter a sudden emergency system activation on an Air India Boeing 787 flight, DGCA has asked the airline to reinspect the aircraft’s emergency system and seek a report from Boeing on similar cases worldwide.
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Air India flight from Amritsar to Birmingham grounds after emergency turbine deployment | Details
World | Oct 05, 2025, 01:32 PM ISTOnce the aircraft touched down, it was promptly taken out of service for detailed inspections and maintenance evaluations. Air India’s engineering teams have begun investigating the reason behind the emergency turbine’s activation and are conducting comprehensive checks.
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Pilot’s quick thinking saves 48 lives after mid-air scare on Belagavi–Mumbai flight | Video
India | Aug 16, 2025, 05:18 PM ISTShowing exceptional alertness and expertise, the pilot detected the problem in time and swiftly carried out the required maneuvers. Thanks to this decisive action, the aircraft was landed safely back at Belagavi Airport, averting a potential disaster.
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In I-Day speech, PM Modi invokes Emergency: 'Never forget how democracy was murdered'
India | Aug 15, 2025, 11:11 AM ISTIndependence Day 2025: PM Modi noted that it has been 50 years since the Emergency was imposed in the country, as he stressed that the countrymen must dedicate themselves to strengthening the Constitution.
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Over 45 schools receive bomb threats in Delhi again, emergency teams deployed
Delhi | Jul 18, 2025, 01:05 PM ISTDelhi schools bomb threat: Responding swiftly, Delhi Police and Fire Department teams reached the site and launched an immediate investigation. Bomb disposal squads were also deployed to ensure the safety of students and staff.
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India today is not the India of 1975: Tharoor lambasts 'Emergency', urges to protect democracy
India | Jul 10, 2025, 11:40 AM ISTTharoor noted that India has evolved considerably since 1975, becoming “more self-assured, more advanced, and in many respects a stronger democracy.” However, he warned that the impulses which gave rise to the Emergency still hold relevance and could resurface in different forms today.
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Why 'Socialist' and 'Secular' were added to the Preamble: History, context and controversy
Explainers | Jun 27, 2025, 05:22 PM ISTThe current Preamble defines India as a "Sovereign Socialist Secular Democratic Republic". The original text simply read "Sovereign Democratic Republic". The terms "socialist" and "secular" were added via the 42nd Amendment during Indira Gandhi's Emergency rule in 1976.
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OPINION | Emergency, torture and jail: My painful experiences
India | Jun 26, 2025, 06:22 PM IST50 years have passed. Yet each moment remains etched in memory. From the dark nights of Emergency to the ray of hope in the dawn of democracy. Thousands of people spent the entire night standing outside newspaper offices to watch each result being displayed on boards.
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Aaj Ki Baat: Full episode, June 25, 2025
India | Jun 25, 2025, 11:28 PM ISTIndia TV Chairman and Editor-in-Chief Rajat Sharma recalled the "dark night" when the Emergency was imposed and senior political leaders were arrested. The senior journalist recounted facing police sticks after arrest, but not having fear in his mind.
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Modi govt adopts resolution to honour sacrifices of victims of Emergency, observes 2-minute silence
India | Jun 25, 2025, 04:48 PM ISTThe Union Cabinet reaffirmed that the people of India continue to repose unflinching faith in the Indian Constitution and the resilience of the country's democratic ethos.