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Ladakh Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena said withdrawing the cases would help the accused rebuild their lives and careers, while prioritising justice and healing over prolonged litigation would foster peace, unity and harmony. Ladakh Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena on Wednesday announced the withdrawal of criminal cases against 20 people booked in connection with the violence that…

The UP STF has arrested Arun Kumar alias Devil in the SSC GD Constable exam manipulation case and seized multiple electronic devices from him. Investigators say the alleged network used proxy servers and custom hardware to remotely access candidates’ computers, and that he is also linked to an earlier exam fraud case. The Uttar Pradesh Special Task…

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the US values international institutions like the UN, but believes the system is failing to fulfil its potential and addressing issues beyond its intended mandate. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Wednesday said the world currently lacks a sufficiently effective international system to deal with major conflicts, citing tensions…

Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra has criticised the Election Commission’s Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, fueling an ongoing Opposition campaign against the electoral body. Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP (Mamata Banerjee camp) Mahua Moitra has issued a sharp message on social media amid the ongoing Opposition campaign against the Election Commission’s Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of…

At the UNGA, the Ukrainian President asked at least 47 countries, whose citizens were fighting in the Russia-Ukraine war, to protect their nationals. Russia is luring Indians into its war against Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelensky has said. The Ukrainian President alleged that Moscow was recruiting nationals from 47 countries through “deception and tricks”. At the 81st United Nations…

During a meeting at the UN, India’s Jaishankar expressed concerns over US sanctions related to Russian energy purchases. External affairs minister S Jaishankar said he raised New Delhi’s concerns over Washington’s sanctions against Russian energy buyers in a meeting with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly’s High Level Week…

The West Bengal Cabinet has decided in principle to gradually shut down 250 government-recognised private madrasas citing low enrolment and inadequate infrastructure. The institutions will continue classes till December before closure. The Cabinet also approved recruitment of around 1.51 lakh personnel across departments, including 16,000 in police forces. The West Bengal Cabinet on Wednesday took an in-principle…

Bypoll in Nandigram is slated for October 6. The campaign ends on October 4, and the counting of votes is scheduled for October 9. The West Bengal Congress on Wednesday said it has moved the Calcutta High Court seeking bail for its Nandigram bypoll candidate Milan Pradhan, and also filed a writ petition challenging alleged discrepancies in…

The IIT Bombay student is seen seated in a front-row seat in the exam hall when an invigilator stops by and pulls him aside. The IIT Bombay student, whose death by suicide has triggered an abetment case, was caught using a mobile phone in the examination hall, the institute had earlier said. The CCTV footage from the…

According to official classifications from the India Meteorological Department (IMD), no storm named Cyclone Arnab actually exists in the Bay of Bengal Social media feeds and digital headlines are abuzz with warnings about “Cyclone Arnab” barrelling towards the eastern coast of India. However, according to official classifications from the India Meteorological Department (IMD), no storm named Cyclone…

Bangladesh Prime Minister Rahman did not attend the recent BRICS Summit in Delhi, hosted under India’s chairmanship. India desires positive, constructive and forward-looking ties with Bangladesh, and New Delhi is ready to discuss with Dhaka all bilateral issues within the existing structured mechanisms, the Ministry of External Affairs said on Tuesday. The comment by MEA spokesperson Randhir…

Sahil’s father also dismissed allegations that his son was cheated during a mid-semester examination. The father of IIT-Bombay student Sahil Wakode, who was found dead in his hostel room last week, has alleged that his son was subjected to harassment because he belonged to a Scheduled Caste. Sahil’s father, Ravindra Wakode, also rejected allegations that his son…

In 12 days, Delhi saw four rapes — from a 17‑year‑old attacked in Astha Kunj Park to a six‑year‑old near Deshbandhu Gupta Road. One went to a temple to pray. One stepped out to buy a pencil and a notebook. One went to meet a friend. One was six years old. In 12 days, in Delhi, all…

Mumbai FDA suspended licences or registrations of five food establishments over alleged food-safety and hygiene violations. At Gurukrupa Dairy Products in Malad East, officials seized 2,464.05 kg of allegedly adulterated and misleadingly labelled ghee, sunflower oil and vanaspati, along with equipment, valued at about Rs 15.15 lakh. The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has suspended the…

Supreme Court protected schoolchildren who respectfully declined to sing the national anthem on grounds of conscience. A “conscientious objector” should not be punished for refusing to sing Vande Mataram, the Supreme Court told the Centre on Tuesday while asking it to keep in mind a 1986 judgment protecting children who said no to singing the national anthem…

The victim, Alwin Prakash Kunder, had been working at the Sharjah airport for the past 14 years A man from Kundapur in Karnataka’s Udupi district was allegedly murdered in Sharjah in July, with the shocking incident coming to light after his body was found cut into nine parts, his brother said on Tuesday. There was no official…

It all began when a man identified as Arvind Singh returned home around 6 pm and found his wife engaged in a religious ritual with two priests. A man who shot his wife, two priests, and took three children hostage in Uttar Pradesh’s Azamgarh on Tuesday has been killed in a police encounter. During a standoff with…

JPMorgan Chase & Co. chief Jamie Dimon also reflected on the difficult refineries would face if they are forced to switch oil quickly. JPMorgan Chase & Co. Chairman and CEO Jamie Dimon on Tuesday said that the United States shouldn’t punish India and global oil markets over Russian oil, even as it seeks to pressure Moscow to…

Tamil Nadu Minister Vanni Arasu said a section of government hostel students had sought beef on the menu, citing the high cost of mutton. He said a decision would be taken after discussions with officials. Puthiya Tamilagam chief K Krishnasamy opposed the proposal and demanded that the statement be withdrawn. Tamil Nadu Minister for Social Justice Vanni…

PM Modi is expected to travel to the US for the December 14-15 G20 Summit in Florida, with a possible Quad meeting and bilateral talks with Donald Trump, followed by a likely visit to Canada. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to travel to the United States in December to attend the G20 Leaders’ Summit in Florida,…

“PM Modi’s mother is no longer in this world. The remarks linked to his late mother amounted to an insult to Indian culture,” he said. Union minister Arjun Ram Meghwal on Monday dubbed an “insult to Indian culture” the remarks purportedly linked to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s late mother during a comedy performance at Rahul Gandhi’s ‘Chhatron…

A case has been registered under relevant provisions of law, including those of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, and efforts are on to identify and apprehend the accused, police said. A 17-year-old girl was allegedly gang-raped by three men who posed as policemen inside a park near Kalkaji Mandir here, police said on…

The march comes amid protests on the IIT Bombay campus following a student’s death on Friday. The Faculty body on Monday defended Doolla, who has been named an accused in the case. Amid outrage over the death of an IIT Bombay student, who was reportedly caught using ChatGPT during an exam, the institute’s Faculty Forum has expressed…

When Washington sanctioned India after its 1998 nuclear tests, New Delhi did not back down. It kept its economy growing, diversified trade, and continued engaging with America. Three years later, the sanctions were waived. As India once again confronts the possibility of US sanctions, the old episode offers some important lessons. US President Donald Trump has signed…

The Election Commission has asked the Supreme Court to raise West Bengal’s SIR appellate tribunals from 19 to 42. It said the move is needed to clear over 37 lakh pending appeals and strengthen the review process. The Election Commission of India (ECI) has told the Supreme Court that the number of appellate tribunals dealing with appeals…

Uttarakhand suspended six engineers after contaminated drinking water in Jyolikot was linked to widespread illness and two deaths. The action came as the High Court pressed for clean water, medical relief and stricter testing. Six engineers from the Uttarakhand Jal Sansthan and Peyjal Nigam have been suspended following an outbreak of illness linked to contaminated drinking water…

Social activist Prahlad Pandey has been on an indefinite fast in Indore for five days, demanding the removal of illegal hoardings, banners and posters. Rajeev Talwaar backed his campaign and praised his efforts. Pandey is also promoting ‘Jan Dharma’, urging citizens to regularly question authorities about civic issues, including potholes, teacher shortages, and the lack of doctors…

Google said on Monday it has agreed to report content flagged as child sexual abuse material (CSAM) to Indian authorities. Tech giant Google on Monday said it has proposed operationalising the sharing of information on cases involving child sex abuse material (CSAM) with the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C) under the Ministry of Home Affairs, signalling…

Kushwaha said the government and administration were looking into the matter and assured that those responsible would be arrested at the earliest.   “Recall Bihar before 2005,” JD(U) Bihar president Umesh Singh Kushwaha said while defending the state government’s response to the alleged harassment and molestation of two teenagers in Jamui. His remarks came as Congress and…

The ABVP described the result as a rejection of what it called the SFI’s “anti-student policies”. A representative of the organisation said the win at this college would give a strong boost to other ABVP units across Kerala’s campuses. The Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP), the student wing of the BJP’s ideological parent, the RSS, has taken…

A heated argument broke out between two Samajwadi Party leaders during a meeting attended by party chief Akhilesh Yadav in Lucknow on Saturday. As the argument escalated, the two leaders reportedly hurled abuses at each other. After witnessing the commotion, the SP chief reportedly asked the two leaders involved in the verbal spat to leave the meeting.…

When a mass grave was unearthed in northern Sri Lanka last February, it was not by design. Workers were digging to extend a cremation ground in the Chemmani area of the Jaffna region when they suddenly discovered human remains, prompting an investigation. By August, archaeologists had completed the third phase of the excavation at the site, during…

Police have arrested the last two absconding suspects in the Maharashtra TET paper leak case. The breakthrough completes the roundup of all 18 chargesheeted accused and exposes a wider interstate exam fraud network. In a breakthrough in the Maharashtra Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) question paper leak case, Bhiwandi Police have arrested two absconding suspects from Beed and…

A 14-year-old boy died after collapsing at a sports ground in Pithoragarh, and his mother died hours later after jumping into the Saryu River. The twin deaths have left their family and residents of Made village in shock. A heartbreaking double tragedy has left a village in Uttarakhand’s Pithoragarh district in mourning after a mother took her…

Keralam Railway Police and the RPF have intensified checks across Kerala after 34 kg of cannabis was seized on trains and at stations. The crackdown under Operation Toofan signals a sustained push to choke drug smuggling routes through the rail network. The Railway Police and the Railway Protection Force (RPF) have stepped up checks at railway stations…

Congress leader Bhupesh Baghel defended Rahul Gandhi’s ‘Chhatron Ki Goonj’ programme after BJP leaders criticised mimicry performed by comedian Pulkit Mani, alleging it targeted PM Modi and his late mother. Baghel accused BJP-RSS of insulting mothers, while Congress leaders defended satire but opposed abusive language. BJP’s Kapil Mishra hit back at Rahul Gandhi and Congress. Congress leader…

https://www.freepressjournal.in/india/1200-km-from-home-lost-punjab-pilgrim-reunited-with-family-after-chatgpt-search Neeraj took the elderly man home, provided him food and shelter and kept him with his family for four days while trying to trace his relatives. Since Chaman Lal spoke only Punjabi, the village name became Neeraj’s main clue. An elderly man from Punjab who went missing during a pilgrimage and travelled more than 1,200 km…

  The Office of the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO), Delhi, on Sunday issued a clarification amid reports about notices being served to voters. Union Minister S Jaishankar, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, former Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and several other prominent personalities are among voters issued notices as part of the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of…

Abhijeet Dipke, founder of the Cockroach Janta Party, has called for reforms in the Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) and the resignation of its chairman, Vivek Bhimanwar. Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke on Sunday demanded reforms in the Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) and the resignation of its chairman Vivek Bhimanwar over “allegations” of corruption…

The clarification came after notices were issued to several prominent political figures during the ongoing SIR in the national capital. The Election Commission (EC) on Sunday said that notices issued to some voters during the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls should not be interpreted as an indication that their names will be removed from…

Lakshmi Narayan Jhanwar died on the night of August 27 in a hit-and-run incident in Faridabad. Around 8.35 pm, a speeding car struck him and ran him over. A speeding car killed a Faridabad man as he walked home from a temple last month, and his son has now accused the local police of moving too slowly…

The leader of opposition in Lok Sabha highlighted vacancy in teachers’ posts in the country, while stating that students are the “future of India.” Leader of the Opposition (LoP) and Congress MP Rahul Gandhi on Saturday claimed that the “system” had captured the country, adding that did “not want students who ask questions.” At the latest ‘Chhatron…

A suicide-abetment case has been filed, and an investigation is underway into specific roles after the parents of Sahil Wakode filed a complaint. The mother of Sahil Wakode, the IIT Bombay student who died by suicide hours after being caught using AI during an examination, has alleged that her son was harassed, which caused his death. “My…

Speaking at the convocation of the IIT Roorkee, Doval described himself as a young IPS officer “in his twenties” who was new to intelligence work when he was posted to Sikkim. National Security Adviser Ajit Doval today recalled a tense episode from his early intelligence career when a team operating along the Sikkim-China border failed to return…

PEOPLE from across the world have flocked to a remote village in northern India to seek blessings from a man whose parents say is the “incarnation of God”. At first glance, Manpreet Singh looks like a happy toddler who responds to his mother’s words with a wide smile. But a closer look reveals he is an adult…

Despite having no training, or even a pair of running shoes, Ramabai Ranveer sprinted barefoot to victory in her first-ever race in August. The 47-year-old widow had entered a 3km (1.86-mile) community run with a single goal: winning the prize money to help pay for her two daughters’ education. When she crossed the finish line first, Ramabai…

Slamming Rahul Gandhi, BJP’s Sidharth Yadav said the ABVP victory reflected students’ rejection of “politics of lies, deceit and propaganda,” While the ABVP – affiliate of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) – marked a big win in Delhi University Students’ Union elections on Saturday, the NSUI – student wing of the Congress party – suffered a major…

Saurav Das, co-convener of the Cockroach Janta Party, commented on the DUSU election results on Saturday. Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) co-convener Saurav Das, in the wake of the DUSU results, said that a majority of students are “against the present regime,” but because that vote was “fractured,” it benefited. Calling this a silver lining, Das said that…

To ensure subsidised cooking gas reaches eligible households, the government announced that domestic LPG consumers must complete biometric Aadhaar authentication for refill bookings starting October 1. In an effort to ensure that subsidised cooking gas reaches only eligible households, the government on Saturday said that domestic LPG consumers will have to complete biometric Aadhaar authentication to book…

Union Home Minister Amit Shah skipped scheduled events in Hubballi and Belagavi during his Karnataka visit after suffering from food poisoning. BJP leader Pralhad Joshi said Shah experienced vomiting and weakness but was now “perfect”. The events were inaugurated by other BJP leaders, while Shah stayed at his hotel on doctors’ advice before heading to Delhi. Union…

Earlier this month, the World Meteorological Organisation said the prevailing El Nino conditions were most likely to intensify into “a very strong event” in the coming months and continue through February 2027. More than 180 scientists and ecologists in India have signed an appeal asking fellow researchers and field practitioners to prepare for an upcoming “super” El…

At Sai University’s convocation in Chennai, N Chandrasekaran urged graduates to embrace setbacks and AI-led change. His message underlined lifelong learning and self-driven progress as India enters a high-growth phase. Tata Sons Chairman N Chandrasekaran on Saturday told graduating students that they should not be discouraged by setbacks, but treat failures as chances to work harder and…

Tamil Nadu has registered an FIR over the alleged illegal transfer of Sri Ranganathaswamy temple land. The probe will scrutinise old land records, registration lapses and possible official collusion. Tamil Nadu Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments Minister S Ramesh on Saturday said a formal police investigation has begun into the alleged fraudulent transfer of property belonging to…

Nithari case accused Surendra Koli was cremated in Haridwar after he was found hanging in a tea stall. The case has raised fresh questions over whether Koli died by suicide or was murdered weeks after his acquittal. Surendra Koli, the main accused in the 2006 Nithari serial killings, was cremated in Haridwar on Saturday in the presence…

Hours after Congress Nandigram candidate was arrested, Rahul Gandhi questioned the BJP over the timing of the arrest, calling the episode the “murder of democracy” Leader of the opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, on Friday questioned the arrest of Congress candidate for Nandigram bypoll Milan Pradhan, alleging that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has “no…

A police team was deputed to Uttarakhand, from where the Delhi man’s ex-colleague and her partner were apprehended. A 31-year-old man from Delhi, who worked as an HR professional at a major realty firm in Gurugram and went missing over 10 days ago, was shot dead by a former colleague and her partner on September 6, police…

The Takeda vaccine, Qdenga, is likely to be introduced in India in the first half of 2027 and the price has not yet been decided Hyderabad-based Dr Reddy’s Laboratories will promote and distribute India’s first anti-dengue vaccine by Takeda Pharmaceuticals across India’s private market for paediatric and adult vaccination, the companies announced on Friday. The Takeda vaccine—Qdenga—is…

The development comes after the Election Commission froze the original TMC name and its symbol amid a tussle between rival factions within the party. Former West Bengal Chief Minister and TMC leader Mamata Banerjee on Friday approached the Supreme Court challenging the Election Commission of India’s (ECI) decision to bar her faction from using the original All…

Manchanda’s relatives said they were unable to recover his ashes and belongings, while police maintained that the remains and personal items were preserved. The family of 31-year-old Yuvraj Singh Manchanda, a real estate sales professional allegedly killed by his former colleague and her partner in Gurugram on September 6, has accused Gurugram Police of mishandling the investigation,…

The Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) has launched the “Adivasi School Theek Karo” campaign in Rajasthan’s tribal regions to document school infrastructure and facilities. The initiative begins in the Udaipur division and will cover areas including Dungarpur, Banswara and Sirohi. CJP said it aims to highlight education-related issues before authorities. Amid the Rajasthan government’s month-long campaign to light…

CBI filed an FIR based on LIC’s complaint against Reliance Capital, Anil Ambani and others over alleged financial irregularities. The agency said LIC alleged wrongful loss of ₹2,684.57 crore after investing ₹3,900 crore in NCDs issued by RCAP. CBI stated the case involves alleged cheating, diversion of funds and falsification of accounts, with investigation continuing. Mumbai: The…

The agency alleged that the accused were part of a wider conspiracy to support the banned terrorist organisation and establish a caliphate in India through violent jihad. The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has charge-sheeted nine alleged ISIS members and supporters for conspiring to radicalise and recruit young people for terrorist activities, officials said on Friday. The agency…

India condemned Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia, including the attempted strike on Makkah. The response underscored concern over regional stability and the safety of vital shipping lanes. India on Friday condemned the attacks by Houthi rebels on Saudi Arabia, calling them unacceptable and warning that they were undermining regional security and threatening freedom of navigation in the…

The Enforcement Directorate has arrested Sukriti Foods promoter Kailash Chand Mangla in the Tirupati Laddu ghee adulteration case. The agency alleges he helped source adulterants and disguise fraudulent supplies to TTD. The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has arrested Sukriti Foods promoter Kailash Chand Mangla in a money laundering case linked to the alleged adulteration of ghee used to…

Notably, the new component to the tax demand comes in the middle of the financial year and without an official announcement Bengaluru: The five city corporations under the Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) have started levying a Rs 200 ‘software charge’ from property owners along with the annual property tax. Notably, the new component to the tax demand…

Sonam Wangchuk will lead a symbolic 20-km march in Leh on September 23 for Ladakh’s statehood and Sixth Schedule demands. The rescheduled programme will continue with a martyrs’ day event marking last year’s protest violence in Leh. Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk will lead a symbolic 20-km march in Leh on September 23 to press for Ladakh’s demands…

A 13-year-old girl was rescued from a locked RO water plant in Chandauli after her family heard her cries. Police have arrested two men, with the case pointing to an alleged debt-linked abduction. A 13-year-old schoolgirl was rescued from an RO water plant in Uttar Pradesh’s Chandauli district after she was allegedly kidnapped, police said on Thursday.…

  The woman, identified as Madhumitha, is from Kolkata and had been working as a nurse at the clinic for around one-and-a-half years. Panic broke out in Bengaluru’s JP Nagar 3rd Phase on Thursday morning after a 26-year-old nurse was allegedly chased and attacked with a machete and acid by her husband following a marital dispute. The…

Mumbai petrol dealers have threatened to stop accepting UPI payments from October 15 over the revised MDR framework. They have sought an exemption from the charges, citing pressure on margins. The official framework provides for a flat Rs 5 MDR on fuel transactions above Rs 2,000, while customers are not to be charged directly. Petrol pump owners…

Following a Supreme Court directive, the Centre has agreed to lower the qualifying percentile for NEET-SS from 50th to 30th to address the issue of unfilled super-speciality seats. Days after the Supreme Court directed the Centre to reconsider its decision not to lower the minimum qualifying cut-off for super-speciality courses, it has agreed to reduce the qualifying…

One accused, a 17-year-old boy, appeared to be the victim’s “friend” whom she had gone to meet, investigators said. The other accused were the boy’s friends. A 16-year-old girl was allegedly gang-raped and murdered by a group of four teenagers – three of them minors – who dumped her body in a field in outer Delhi’s Swaroop…

The Tata Trusts chairman stated that a public listing “would destroy the character and strike at the heart of this principle” of the Tata House. Tata Trusts has pushed back against Tata Sons’ move towards a public listing, with chairman Noel Tata saying it would be a mistake for the firm. Noel’s statement comes after Tata Sons…

The Russian leader described his recent talks with PM Modi as “substantive, frank, and productive” and said he is ready to continue cooperation between the two nations on bilateral and international issues. Russian President Vladimir Putin has extended wishes to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his 76th birthday, crediting him with strengthening the “special and privileged” strategic…

A Thai woman’s viral video has highlighted a unique Ganesha tradition in Bangkok, where devotees offer bubble tea instead of laddus. At a shrine outside Union Mall, worshippers reportedly leave multiple cups of boba tea after their wishes come true, sometimes increasing the offering from three cups to hundreds. The practice reflects a distinctly Thai twist on…

Bhopal’s Indrapuri Ke Raja pandal has recreated the mystical world of Kantara for Ganeshotsav this year. The unique setup features Lord Ganesha at the centre, with Guliga and Panjurli Devta on either side. Intricate artwork, traditional designs and folk-inspired decorations create a spiritual atmosphere. The grand arrival and aarti are scheduled at 8 pm. Bhopal’s Ganeshotsav celebrations…

Nita Ambani’s striking Ganpati celebration look was centred on a humongous maharani haar. But wait a minute, it’s not the first time a celebrity has been seen wearing it. The first thing you probably noticed about Nita Ambani’s Ganpati celebration look wasn’t the vibrant silk saree. It was the necklace. At the Ambani family’s annual Ganpati celebrations…

The Bombay High Court upheld the cancellation of bail for the minor accused in the fatal Ghatkopar crash. The court said his stunt-driving, lack of parental control and bail breach warranted reformative custody. The Bombay High Court has upheld the cancellation of bail granted to a minor accused in a fatal road crash in Mumbai’s Ghatkopar, observing…

A Ganesh idol made with 21,000 living plants has become the focus of celebrations at a temple in Anakapalli district. The organisers say the display ties devotion to environmental responsibility by promoting greenery over waste. A Ganesh idol made using 21,000 living plants and saplings has become the centre of attraction at the Sri Chintamani Ganapathi Datta…

The incident came to light after the retired Army personnel received a WhatsApp message from an unknown number on September 11. The message contained a link to an APK file named “Pension Card Verification Retired Personnel.” A 65-year-old retired Army personnel from Maharashtra’s Pune lost Rs 28.7 lakh after cybercriminals siphoned off the money through nine transactions…

Two terrorists were killed in a late-night gunfight with security forces in Jammu and Kashmir’s Udhampur district. The terrorists are believed to be from Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM)’s proxy outfit, Kashmir Tigers. Security forces are conducting a search and combing operation in the area. Two terrorists were killed in a late-night gunfight with security forces in Jammu and Kashmir’s…

Actor Anant Nag says PM Modi changed the award selection system through public participation, removing ‘nepotism’ and ‘favouritism’ from film awards. Veteran Kannada actor Anant Nag has credited Prime Minister Narendra Modi for democratising the film awards process in India, saying he removed nepotism and favouritism from the process. The veteran actor has been announced as the…

The Supreme Court criticized the government’s failure to implement a 2015 Defence Ministry report recommending the withdrawal of cases denying disability benefits to injured soldiers. The Supreme Court has pulled up the government for allegedly denying the disability pension to the disabled soldiers. The top, while highlighting a 2015 Defence Ministry report on denial of disability benefits…

The government cut windfall tax on petrol, diesel and ATF exports from September 16, lowering duties amid continuing West Asia tensions and fuel-market concerns. The government slashed the windfall gains tax on exports of petrol, diesel and aviation turbine fuel (ATF) for the fortnight starting September 16. For diesel exports, the special additional excise duty (SAED), including…

Abhijeet Dipke, founder of the Cockroach Janta Party, protested against a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Maharashtra Tribal Development Department and the Late Lakshman Mankar Trust by tearing it up. Announcing the launch of Cockroach Janta Party campaign ‘Adivasi School Thik Karo’ (improve the condition of schools for tribal children), CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke, on Wednesday,…

BJP begins month-long Seva Sankalp Abhiyan to mark PM Modi’s 25 years of public service The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) begins its special month-long campaign titled ‘Seva Sankalp Abhiyan’on Thursday, to mark the completion of 25 years of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s public life and service. September 17 marks PM Modi’s birthday, while October will mark the…

The CAQM has directed Delhi and NCR governments to avoid organising physical sports activities and competitions during November and December due to air quality concerns. The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has directed the Delhi government and governments of other NCR states to ensure that no physical sporting activities or competitions are organised during November and…

The victim woman involved in a Gurugram hit-and-run incident lashed out at the accused and his supporters, asserting that she could have lost her life in the collision. Woman biker, victim in the Gurugram hit-and-run case where a speeding car had rammed into her while she was riding near the golf course road, on Tuesday, lashed out…

The Congress party criticised the Indian government for introducing a 0.4% transaction fee on UPI payments exceeding Rs 2,000, labeling it a “Modi tax.” The Congress, on Tuesday, hit out at the Centre over imposing transaction fee on UPI payments above Rs 2000 for merchants, terming the latest move of the government as “Modi tax”. Leader of…

The Supreme Court has directed its five-member high-powered enquiry committee (HPEC) to begin its probe into the July protests. The Supreme Court has directed its five-member high-powered enquiry committee (HPEC) to begin its probe into the July protests by examining the use of pellet guns, targeted violence and harassment of female protesters, injuries sustained by police personnel…

American businessman, entrepreneur, and the author of Rich Dad Poor Dad has issued another major market warning, saying that the “BIGGEST CRASH IN HISTORY has started.” He has claimed that the crash has already begun in Japan and Europe and could spread across the world. “It’s caused by many factors, the AI frenzy, war in Iran, too…

The consumer authority found Rapido’s pre-ride payment prompts used dark patterns, pressured riders to pay more and made unsupported claims that higher payments improved their chances of getting a ride. The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has imposed a Rs 10 lakh penalty on Rapido, for misleading advertisements, unfair trade practices, an unfair contract and the use…

Uttar Pradesh is strengthening security at the Ram Temple and other sensitive sites with specialised sniper deployment and new surveillance equipment. Three sniper rifles will be procured for the Special Security Force, while security personnel guarding public representatives and three PAC women battalions will receive new firearms. Uttar Pradesh is preparing to deploy specialised snipers at the…

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay’s planned public appearance near The Shard in London was cancelled after police flagged crowd safety concerns. The decision disappointed supporters who had waited for hours during his UK visit. A planned public appearance by Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay near London’s iconic Shard skyscraper was cancelled on Tuesday after police raised concerns…

If you are a customer paying at an outlet or someone sending money to another, you pay no charges on UPI transactions Is the era of free click-and-pay transactions over in India? Yes and no. It depends on who you are and how much money you are sending or receiving. If you are a customer, you pay…

External Affairs Ministry Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal’s remarks came amid a sudden escalation in tensions in the Middle East, especially after the Houthi strikes on Saudi Arabia. India on Tuesday expressed serious concern over Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia’s civilian infrastructure and economic assets, cautioning that such strikes undermine regional stability and threaten freedom of navigation through the…

Located in Colaba, Mondegar faced food safety inspections on Saturday, during which serious deficiencies emerged in safety and hygiene. Mumbai’s iconic Cafe Mondegar is the latest eatery to face food safety action by Team Tukaram Mundhe. The licences of Mondegar and three other popular restaurants in the financial capital have been suspended by the Maharashtra Food and…