Ktaka: Darshans wife Vijayalakshmi loses plea against Pradoshs approver status
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Sep 23 (IANS) Karnataka High Court on Wednesday dismissed a petition filed by Vijayalakshmi, wife of actor Darshan, challenging a trial court order allowing accused Pradosh Rao to turn approver in the Renukaswamy murder case. The High Court upheld the order passed by the 59th City Civil and Sessions Court (CCH), which had permitted Pradosh, the 14th accused in the case, to become an approver. A bench headed by Justice V. Srishananda said there was no reason to interfere with the trial courts order, noting that the defence would have the opportunity to question Pradosh during cross-examination. Senior advocate K. Diwakar appeared for Pradosh and argued that Darshans lawyers were attempting to delay the trial. He submitted that even after the approver application was filed, Darshan's lawyers repeatedly raised objections. He also argued that Pradosh had spoken over the phone as permitted under the prison manual. The judge observed that nothing was wrong with Pradosh speaking over the phone about his intention to become an approver. If I speak over the phone saying that I will become an approver, what is wrong with that? If a husband asks his wife for her opinion, what is wrong with that? If there is evidence of someone else instigating him, that is a different matter, the judge remarked. Senior advocate Hashmat Pasha, appearing for Darshan, argued that the 10th accused, Vinay, had also filed an application seeking to become an approver. Still, his plea was not considered while Pradoshs was taken up. The judge responded that it was for the 10th accused to raise that issue and that Darshans counsel could not argue on his behalf. Renukaswamy, a resident of Chitradurga, was allegedly abducted and brought to a shed in Bengalurus Patanagere in June 2024 after he allegedly sent obscene messages to Pavithra Gowda, an associate of Darshan, on Instagram. He was allegedly assaulted and killed at the shed. Police subsequently arrested 17 accused persons, including Darshan and Pavithra Gowda, in connection with the case. Pradosh, the 14th accused, faces allegations of helping destroy evidence and of financial transactions related to the crime. He had recently approached the court seeking permission to turn approver, stating that he was willing to disclose the complete truth about the case before the court. The CCH court had accepted his application and allowed him to become an approver. Vijayalakshmi subsequently approached the High Court challenging the trial courts decision through a writ petition.
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Bihar: Hareram Yadav sent to judicial custody in Jamui case
Digital Desk | Patna, Sep 23 (IANS) Hareram Yadav, arrested in connection with the alleged assault and molestation of a minor girl in Bihars Jamui district, was produced before a special POCSO court on Wednesday and remanded to judicial custody for 14 days. After being declared medically fit by a doctor, Yadav was brought before the court of Maheshwar Dubey, Special Judge for POCSO cases. The court subsequently sent him to judicial custody. During the court appearance, advocate Akash Pandey allegedly slapped Yadav inside the court premises, briefly creating a commotion. Pandey explained his action by saying he felt deep outrage against the accused and considered the slap symbolic of the anger of the entire town of Jamui. Jamui Superintendent of Police Vishwajeet Dayal said one of the three individuals initially detained as juveniles was subsequently found to be an adult. According to the SP, eight arrests have been made so far, five in connection with the alleged molestation case and three in connection with the circulation of the viral video. Nandan Yadav, identified by police as the main accused, was apprehended on Tuesday after sustaining a gunshot injury to his leg during a police encounter. Hareram Yadav had been arrested before Nandans apprehension. Police said two minors and another accused, found to be on the borderline of adulthood, have already been sent to a juvenile correction facility and jail, respectively. Investigators have identified six individuals in connection with the alleged molestation case. Police have arrested five, while one accused, Ranjeet Ram of Pratappur, remains absconding. The Cyber Police Station has identified around 120 social media accounts allegedly involved in circulating the video and is preparing further action against them. A separate case, registered as Case No. 45/2026 at the Jamui Cyber Police Station, concerns the circulation of unblurred videos involving minors, which police said exposed their identities. Police have already arrested three alleged social media handlers and sent them to judicial custody. The arrested individuals have been identified as Yogendra Prasad Yadav of Auraiya Para Matihana in Sono block, Faiyaz Shah of Adsar in Jamui city, and Ramashish Kumar of Sagma in Chandradeep block. Police have also registered cases against several other individuals allegedly involved in circulating the video on platforms including Instagram, Facebook, and X. Investigators are tracing the accounts through the links available to them, and efforts are underway to identify and locate the accused. Cases have been registered under relevant provisions of the Information Technology Act, the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, and the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act. The investigation into both the alleged assault and the subsequent circulation of material identifying the minor victims is continuing.
Highlights: Amrita Khanna and Gursi Singh make their LFW debut Bata chappals become sculptural heels Adarsh Balak inspires eveningwear Childhood schoolbook drawings become fashion The designers revisit pre-digital India Fifteen minutes after their London Fashion Week debut, Amrita Khanna and Gursi Singh were backstage at Lindley Hall in Victoria, still trying to process what had just happened. The Delhi-based designers and real-life partners had presented their Spring/Summer 2027 collection, India: IYKYK , to a room filled with international press, buyers, models and friends of the label. Singh was dressed in a black knit turtleneck and jeans. Khanna wore a voluminous shirt with her signature silver chain-link jewelry. Around them, models were changing and the backstage crew was dismantling the show equipment. While talking to Nodmag, Singh joked I think I need a drink. Yes, me too, Khanna replied. I dont think it has hit me yet. This all just feels too surreal and overwhelming. The collection they had just presented was deeply personal. Instead of looking at India through the familiar lens of elaborate occasionwear, the designers went back to the everyday visual memories of the 1960s, 1970s and 1980s. See on Instagram Looking back at an India before the internet For Khanna and Singh, the starting point was a world where images were made by hand. Before digital printing became commonplace, shop signs, billboards, and photo studio backdrops were often painted manually. Those details became the foundation for their London collection. There is so much talk about the handmade and craft, Singh said. With this collection, we wanted to explore the world that existed before digital printing: when signs, billboards, and photo studio backdrops were all painted by hand. Khanna found another connection to childhood. We all have that one memory of being forced to do it as kids, she said. That memory also gave the designers a way to connect India's handmade traditions with a much more contemporary conversation around technology and artificial intelligence. As creative industries increasingly debate what happens when machines can generate images and ideas in seconds, Khanna and Singh looked back at a time when making something by hand was simply part of everyday life. The Bata chappal becomes a fashion statement One of their most recognizable references came from something far less glamorous: the Bata chappal. The designers transformed the ubiquitous Indian footwear into kitten heels, giving an everyday object a completely different silhouette. A black band around the ankle added another familiar Indian detail, referencing the practice of using black to ward off the evil eye. The idea captures how Khanna and Singh approached the entire collection. They were not searching for exotic references or grand symbols of India. They were looking at things people had grown up seeing. The result was fashion that could carry a private memory into an international setting. From schoolbooks to the runway The designers also reached into childhood classrooms. An illustration of a human ear, taken from a primary school textbook, became a major motif on a blouse. A graphic of lips appeared on a skirt. Then came the Adarsh Balak imagery. The Seventies-era posters and comic charts depicting the expectations of an ideal boy from a middle-class Indian household became graphics for deconstructed eveningwear, styled with an obi belt. The references were specific enough to feel instantly familiar to an Indian audience while appearing unexpected to viewers encountering them for the first time. A memory of their mothers One of the collection's opening looks carried an even more intimate reference. A model walked out in a silk bra and sheer petticoat decorated with floral embroidery, her hair styled into a voluminous 1960s bouffant. Singh described it as one of his favorite looks because it reminded him of seeing their mothers in the moment before they put on their saris. That memory turned the look into something more than a retro reference. It captured a private domestic moment and placed it on an international runway. Their India was also playful Khanna and Singh's approach was not limited to nostalgia. Menswear included sleeveless vests with embroidered pants, white jackets with block-print panels, and chintz shorts. Denim became a canvas for embroidery and graphic treatments. One of the most unexpected moments featured two male models in matching black muscle tees and embroidered gray denim, walking with their pinkies locked. The show notes imagined them as two men crossing a market while discussing the price of onions. It was ordinary, slightly funny, and unmistakably grounded in everyday Indian life. Taking Indian visual culture beyond occasionwear Khanna and Singh's London debut arrives during a period when Indian designers are increasingly presenting work internationally without relying solely on traditional occasion wear. Their collection instead asked what happens when Indian fashion draws from the things people see every day: footwear, textbooks, painted advertisements, family photographs, and memories of childhood. That is what made India: IYKYK feel personal. For Khanna and Singh, the London runway was not simply a place to introduce a new collection. It became a way to take pieces of the India they remember, sometimes glamorous, sometimes ordinary, and often deeply specific, and let an international audience see them differently.
Railway Board sanction clears key hurdle for Bengaluru Metro Pink Line elevated section
The Pink Line, also known as the Kalena AgraharaNagawara corridor, spans 21.3 km, comprising around 7.5 km of elevated track and 13.8 km underground.
SC to hear Mamata Banerjees plea against EC freezing Trinamool name, election symbol tomorrow
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 23 (IANS) The Supreme Court is slated to hear on Thursday Trinamool Congress (TMC) chief Mamata Banerjees plea challenging the Election Commission of Indias (ECI) decision to freeze the partys name and its reserved election symbol amid an ongoing dispute between rival factions. As per the Cause List published on the website of the apex court, a Bench of Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant, and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V. Mohana will hear the matter on September 24. The case is listed at serial number 26 before the CJI-led Bench as a fresh civil case for admission. Mamata Banerjee has filed the plea against the ECIs interim decision to freeze the name All India Trinamool Congress and its reserved Flowers and Grass election symbol amid the dispute between rival factions of the party. The petition names the Election Commission of India, its Secretary and rebel leader Ritabrata Banerjee as respondents. On Monday, senior advocate Kapil Sibal, appearing for Mamata Banerjee, had sought urgent listing of the plea before CJI Surya Kant. They (ECI) issue a by-poll notification and in the middle of the notification, they freeze the symbol. We want urgent listing, he submitted. At this, the CJI observed that the rival side would also have submissions to make and assured that the matter would be considered for listing. Both sides will have something to say. When the matter is listed, then argue. We will try to list, the CJI said. The plea was filed after the poll panel passed an interim order barring both factions from using the partys existing name and election symbol, observing that two rival groups were claiming to be the recognised political party. The ECI had said that the dispute required a substantive determination under Paragraph 15 of the Election Symbols (Reservation and Allotment) Order, 1968, and directed both groups to submit alternative names and symbols for the upcoming by-elections. The poll panel subsequently allotted the Mamata Banerjee-led faction the name Mamata All India Trinamool Congress and the football player symbol, while the rival faction led by Ritabrata Banerjee was allotted the name Democratic Trinamool Congress and the envelope symbol. The interim arrangement applies to the October 6 by-elections in West Bengal for the Nandigram and Rejinagar Assembly constituencies. The Mamata Banerjee-led faction has challenged the freezing of the partys established name and symbol pending a final determination of the dispute, maintaining that it does not accept the ECIs interim order. The rival camp led by expelled legislator Ritabrata Banerjee has claimed control over the partys organisational and legislative structures. The dispute over the partys organisational control had also spilled over into Parliament, where 20 rebel TMC Lok Sabha MPs had broken away and aligned themselves with the Nationalist Citizens Party of India (NCPI), claiming recognition as a separate parliamentary group. The Mamata Banerjee-led faction had challenged the delay by Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla in deciding disqualification petitions against the 20 rebel MPs under the anti-defection law. It has maintained that the MPs were elected on its symbol and that their subsequent decision to join another political formation attracts the provisions of the anti-defection law. However, the rebel faction has claimed the support of more than two-thirds of the Trinamool's Lok Sabha MPs and sought recognition as a separate parliamentary group. The organisational dispute subsequently reached the ECI, with both sides staking claim to the party name and symbol. The poll panels interim order stated that the temporary arrangement was intended to place the rival groups on an even footing and protect their respective rights and interests until a final determination of the dispute.
Anant Sutra, Pitru Paksha and Nala-Damayanti Stories Highlighted in Spiritual Programme
Udaipur, September 23: The spiritual programme Apnon Se Apni Baat, being broadcast on Aastha Channel from the World of Humanity under the guidance of Narayan Seva Sansthan President Prashant Agrawal, concluded on Wednesday with inspiring stories related to Anant Chaturdashi, Pitru Paksha and Nala-Damayanti. Story of Anant Sutra During the programme, Agrawal narrated the story ... Read more Anant Sutra, Pitru Paksha and Nala-Damayanti Stories Highlighted in Spiritual Programme
Sanjay Nishad Critiques Akhilesh Yadavs Leadership Amid Allegations of Neglecting SC/ST Rights
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Actor Randeep Hooda made his National Award win an even more personal milestone. The actor received Best Debut Film of a Director for Swatantrya Veer Savarkar. Reflecting on the moment, Randeep revealed that while standing on the stage to receive the prestigious honour, he wasnt there only as an actor celebrating a career achievement, but also as Nyomicas father. In his heartfelt Instagram post, Randeep looked back at the moment he stood waiting to walk up on stage to receive the National Award. He spoke about how, when one is deeply consumed by their work, the focus remains on giving their best from one moment to the next rather than thinking about the rewards. For him, the award became one of those rare moments that made him pause and look back at his journey. Randeep dedicated the achievement to the many people who worked tirelessly to bring the film alive, as well as to the audience that has supported and loved his work throughout his 25-year journey. Receiving the award from the President of India added to the pride and emotion of the occasion. I wasnt just there as Randeep Hooda but as Nyomicas father, said the actor in his Instagram post, which shows just how much the moment meant to him beyond the professional recognition. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Randeep Hooda (@randeephooda) Randeep also shared that the National Award has encouraged him to do much more, looking at the honour as a great pat on the back after years of dedication to his craft. Nyomicas presence has also added a new emotional dimension to what has been a memorable phase for the actor. Randeeps decision to share this milestone with his daughter and dedicate the moment to her has melted hearts, with many appreciating the warmth and love reflected in his post. Also Read: Aditya Dhar hopes to return to the National Film Awards with Dhurandhar next year: Today, it is all about Article 370
The trailer of Pehla Pyaar Doosri Baar has caught the attention of actors associated with the Pyaar Ka Punchnama franchise. Nushrratt Bharuccha and Raayo S Bakhirta, who were part of the earlier films from the Luv Ranjan universe, have shared their reactions to the trailer of the upcoming youth entertainer. Presented by Luv Films and produced by Luv Ranjan and Ankur Garg, Pehla Pyaar Doosri Baar marks the directorial debut of Anuj Saini. The film introduces six new actors Sparsh Walia, Alisha Chopra, Kunal Vaid, Sakshi Vaidya, Tushar Chhibber and Sargun Kaur Luthra and revolves around young relationships, romance and the situations that emerge as the characters navigate love. Nushrratt Bharuccha, who featured in both Pyaar Ka Punchnama films, shared the trailer on social media and addressed the films title while sending a message to its new cast. She wrote, Phir se?? D-o-b-a-r-a?? Doosri baar?? Kya?? I hope iss baar atleast yeh log, pyaar ke saath saath rishta bhi nibhaaye! Ready for just, October 23rd! View this post on Instagram A post shared by Nushrratt Bharuccha (@nushrrattbharuccha) Nushrratts association with the franchise dates back to the first Pyaar Ka Punchnama, followed by its sequel, making her reaction to the new film particularly connected to the Luv Ranjan banners earlier youth-centric films. The upcoming project, however, features a new cast and a new director while retaining Luv Ranjan as its producer. Raayo S Bakhirta, who played Vikrant Choudhary in the first instalment of Pyaar Ka Punchnama, also shared the Pehla Pyaar Doosri Baar trailer on Instagram. His social media post adds to the connection between the upcoming film and the earlier franchise, even though the new project introduces a separate set of characters. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Raayo S Bakhirta (@raayoraayo) The trailer of Pehla Pyaar Doosri Baar offers a glimpse into its young ensemble and their romantic equations, with humour and relationship situations forming a key part of the narrative. Directed by Anuj Saini, the film is presented by Luv Films and produced by Luv Ranjan and Ankur Garg, Pehla Pyaar Doosri Baar is scheduled to release in cinemas on October 23, 2026. Also Read: Pehla Pyaar Doosri Baar: Anubhav Bassi, Gurleen Pannu and Devesh Dixit roast six debutantes ahead of September 21 trailer
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Kushagra hundred, Mulani four-for put India A in command against Australia A
Hosts end the first day in Puducherry with a lead of 163
Kushagra completes ton; Mulanis four-for puts India A on top
Digital Desk | Puducherry, Sep 23 (IANS) Left-arm spinner Shams Mulani grabbed four for 67 to help India A take a commanding 163-run first-inning lead after Kumar Kushagra completed his century against Australia A on Day Two of the opening four-day game at the CAP-Siechem Stadium here on Wednesday. Wicketkeeper-batter Kushagra, who retired hurt on 82 overnight, made 113 for his seventh first-class century and second on-the-trot following the hundred in the Duleep Trophy final, as India A finished at 334 at lunch after resuming at 257/5. A strong and varied India A bowling attack struck regularly to reduce the visitors to 85/5 before middle-order batter Jason Sanghas counter-attacking 46 with five fours and a six helped lift Australia A. The visitors were eventually bowled out for 171. All five India A bowlers to operate returned with a wicket each, with medium-pacer Tushar Deshpande and off-spinner Tanush Kotian taking two apiece. Deshpande dismissed opener Sam Konstas (25) and Mulani clean-bowled captain and veteran batter Peter Handscomb for eight to put the brakes on Australia A early. Sangha put on 41 for the sixth wicket with Liam Scott (26) before Mulani had the latter caught behind. The Maharashtra spinner struck again in his following over to dismiss Sangha, caught at backward point while attempting a reverse hit. Mulani took the ninth wicket to fall, that of Todd Murphy, and the visitors were bowled out just before close. Earlier, off-spinners Corey Rocchiccioli and Todd Murphy finished with seven scalps combined as India A lost their last five wickets for the addition of just 77 runs. Brief scores: India A 334 all out in 117.3 overs (Sai Sudharsan 57, Kumar Kushagra 113, Tanush Kotian 69; Corey Rocchiccioli 4-95, Todd Murphy 3-77) lead Australia A 171 all out in 55.3 overs (Jason Sangha 46; Shams Mulani 4-67) by 163 runs
Kushagra Ton, Mulani 4-Fer Put India A in Command Vs Australia A
Kumar Kushagra's composed century and Shams Mulani's four-wicket haul propelled India A to a commanding 163-run lead over Australia A on day two of their four-day match in Puducherry. Kushagra scored 113, helping India A reach 334, while Mulani's spell dismantled Australia A's batting, bowling them out for 171.
Caught on camera: Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa seen scrolling Instagram Reels at UN meet
A video of al-Sharaa from inside the General Assembly hall has gone viral on social media, which appears to show the Syrian leader watching short videos, more popularly known as reels, on his phone while Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan was addressing world leaders.
BJP makes Vinod Tawde, 4 others in-charge of poll-bound UP
The BJP has announced new in-charges and co-in-charges for all 28 states and eight Union territories, including prominent leaders like Smriti Irani, Ram Madhav, and Sunil Bansal. The party also reshuffled its communication department, elevating Anil Baluni and Ashish Usha Agrawal. These appointments are effective immediately and come ahead of assembly polls in several states next year.
Smriti Irani appointed BJP in-charge for Haryana and Chhattisgarh, Vinod Tawde to look after UP
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 23 (IANS) Bharatiya Janata Party National President Nitin Nabin on Tuesday announced a fresh set of appointments of state in-charges and co-in-charges for various states and union territories. The appointments, detailed in an official press release issued from the partys central office, take effect immediately. According to the circular, the party has assigned organisational responsibilities covering nearly all states and UTs. Notable appointments include Smriti Irani as in-charge for both Chhattisgarh and Haryana, with Siddharth Shambhu as co-in-charge for Chhattisgarh and Dr Bhola Singh as co-in-charge for Haryana. Baijayant Jay Panda has been named state in-charge for Maharashtra, assisted by co-in-charges Amit Malviya, Sadanand Shet Tanavade and Kamaljeet Sahrawat. In Uttar Pradesh, Vinod Tawde has been appointed state in-charge, with Jagadish Patel, Medha Kulkarni, Dr Pradeep Verma and Anant Ojha as co-in-charges. Sunil Bansal will serve as state in-charge for both Telangana and West Bengal. For Telangana, Abhay Patil and Rekha Sharma are co-in-charges, while West Bengals co-in-charges include Lal Singh Arya, Rajendra Singh and Pinki Kushwaha. Other key assignments feature Biplab Kumar Deb as in-charge for Madhya Pradesh with Rekha Verma as co-in-charge, Ram Madhav as state in-charge for Tamil Nadu and Uttarakhand, Harish Dwivedi as state in-charge for Bihar and Karnataka, and Dr Satish Poonia as state in-charge for Jammu and Kashmir and Punjab. Mangal Pandey has been named state in-charge for Assam, while Dr Arvind Bhadauria will head Andhra Pradesh with Vanathi Srinivasan as co-in-charge. Meanwhile, BJP national president Nitin Nabin has appointed Ashish Usha Agrawal as convenor of the media department and Anil Baluni as co-ordinator of the communication department. The list also covers smaller states and UTs: Jay Prakash (Andaman and Nicobar), Dr Devesh Kumar (Arunachal Pradesh), Dr Vinay Sahasrabuddhe (Delhi), Dr Bharati Pravin Pawar (Goa), Tarun Chugh (Gujarat), Shrikant Sharma (Himachal Pradesh), Gajendra Patel (Jharkhand), Prof M Nagaraja (Kerala), Rajkumar Bhatia (Ladakh), George Kurian (Lakshadweep), Dr Rajdeep Roy (Manipur), Kanad Purkayastha (Meghalaya), Dr Bhagwat Karad (Mizoram), Anil Antony (Nagaland and Goa Sah Prabhari), D Purandeswari (Odisha), K Surendran (Puducherry), Raju Bista (Sikkim) and Mriganka Deb Barman (Tripura). Several leaders hold dual or multiple responsibilities under the partys organisational restructuring. The circular has been issued by national office in-charge Tarun Chugh to all state presidents and organisational general secretaries for information and necessary action. The appointments aim to strengthen the partys organisational network ahead of future electoral and organisational programmes.
Allu Arjun marks Raakas Guinness World Records milestone in Rs 3.30 lakhs Shantnu Nikhil couture
Allu Arjun is known for making a statement with his fashion choices, and his latest look is no exception. As his upcoming film Raaka marks a milestone by making its way into the Guinness World Records, the actor celebrated the occasion in a striking black couture ensemble by Shantnu Nikhil worth Rs 3.30 lakhs. Taking to social media, Allu Arjun shared a picture of himself dressed in an all-black look and captioned it, For the milestone. For the occasion, the actor wore Shantnu Nikhils Black Drape Bandhgala with Crest, a hand-embroidered couture piece that combines traditional Indian tailoring with a contemporary silhouette. The bandhgala features a distinctive crest, a gold button placket and a draped front panel, along with a structured mandarin collar. He paired the bandhgala with matching flared trousers, keeping the entire look in black and allowing the intricate detailing on the jacket to stand out. The structured yet fluid silhouette added a modern edge to the classic bandhgala, making the outfit fitting for the milestone he was marking. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Allu Arjun (@alluarjunonline) Priced at Rs 3.30 lakhs, the Shantnu Nikhil ensemble adds a luxe fashion angle to Allu Arjuns latest appearance. The actor has previously been known for experimenting with statement silhouettes and contemporary takes on Indian formalwear, and this look continues that style aesthetic. Allu Arjuns Raaka Milestone The outfit comes as Raaka, his upcoming collaboration with filmmaker Atlee, makes its mark in the Guinness World Records. The development adds to the growing anticipation around the project, which has already generated attention following the reveal of Allu Arjuns new avatar. The actor shared the fashion-forward picture as he marked the milestone, giving fans a glimpse of his look while keeping the focus on the occasion. On the work front, Allu Arjun has Raaka with Atlee in the pipeline. He is also set to feature in AA23, his collaboration with Lokesh Kanagaraj, apart from Pushpa 3: The Rampage and other upcoming projects. Also Read:Raaka: Allu Arjun and Atlee film enters Guinness World Records with 37 performers motion-captured in real time
Raichandani's Unbeaten Ton Powers India U-19 To 3-0 Series Win Over Australia U-19
Niranjan Shah Stadium: Captain Lakshya Raichandani hit a splendid, unbeaten 110 as India Under-19 registered a comfortable six-wicket victory over Australia Under-19 to clinch a 3-0 series win in the third and final Youth ODI series held here at the Niranjan Shah Stadium on Wednesday. Chasing a target of 255, the Indian skipper anchored the innings masterfully, scoring an unbeaten 110 off 106 balls, laced with nine fours and three sixes as the hosts crossed the finish line with more than eight overs to spare. Raichandani, who had failed to convert his starts in the opening two games, showcased composure and control to steer the chase. He forged a 58-run opening partnership with Aaryavir Sehwag, who provided a brisk launch before falling for a well-struck 33 (including hitting five boundaries) off the bowling of Jacob Pietz. Though V.K. Vineeth was dismissed cheaply, Raichandani joined hands with Kushagra Ojha to build an 85-run partnership for the third wicket to put India firmly in command of the game. Following Ojha's departure, Rajat Baghel, who replaced Anvay Dravid in the playing eleven, scored a quickfire 44 off 34 balls, laced with five fours and two sixes, to accelerate the run-chase. Earlier, opting to bat first on a favourable surface, Australia got off to a promising start with Zed Hollick top-scoring with a stroke-filled 87 off 88 balls, including hitting 12 boundaries. Hollick added 62 runs for the second wicket alongside Neel Patel, who made a 71-ball 51. The partnership was broken when local debutant Aryan Savsani dismissed Hollick, triggering a collapse in the Australian middle order. Pacers Mohit Ulva and Manal Chauhan capitalised on the opening, picking up three wickets apiece as Australia lost wickets at regular intervals and were bowled out for 254. Having already secured the series title in the previous fixture, India U-19 made tactical rotations to their side, with the revamped bowling attack restricting the visitors before Raichandani completed the emphatic victory. It will now be followed by India U-19 taking on Australia U-19 in the first red-ball game to be played in Rajkot from September 27. The partnership was broken when local debutant Aryan Savsani dismissed Hollick, triggering a collapse in the Australian middle order. Pacers Mohit Ulva and Manal Chauhan capitalised on the opening, picking up three wickets apiece as Australia lost wickets at regular intervals and were bowled out for 254. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Australia U-19 254 all out in 48.4 overs (Zed Hollick 87, Neel Patel 51; Mohit Ulva 3-42, Manal Chauhan 3-48) lost to India U-19 258/4 in 41.5 overs (Lakshya Raichandani 110 not out, Rajat Baghel 44 not out; Jacob Pietz 1-41) by six wickets Article Source: IANS
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Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 23 (IANS) The Supreme Court on Wednesday refused to entertain a public interest litigation (PIL) seeking directions to social media platforms to identify, prevent, remove, or block unlawful, provocative, hateful, abusive and misleading digital content, including fake news and statements allegedly capable of threatening public order and communal harmony. A Bench of Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V. Mohana declined to entertain the plea filed by Hitendra Kumar Parsottambhai Gadhiya and granted him liberty to pursue alternate remedies. You can pursue your alternate remedies, the CJI-led Bench told the petitioners counsel, declining to tag the plea with another pending matter concerning social media content. The PIL, filed through advocate Barun Kumar Sinha, had sought directions to the Centre, Delhi government, and major social media platforms, including YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, X, and WhatsApp, to take effective steps against unlawful digital content in accordance with the Information Technology Act, 2000 and the Rules framed thereunder. The petitioner had sought directions for identification, prevention, removal and/or blocking of content described in the plea as unlawful, provocative, hateful, abusive, derogatory, misleading and objectionable digital content, including fake news, incendiary speeches, and anti-national slogans. The plea also sought appropriate action against persons responsible for creating, uploading, circulating and disseminating content not protected by law, while stressing that any regulatory action must remain consistent with the fundamental right to freedom of speech and expression under Article 19(1)(a) of the Constitution and the reasonable restrictions under Article 19(2). The petitioner claimed that the circulation of fake messages and provocative statements through social media platforms and SMS had contributed to disruption of public order and communal harmony. The PIL also alleged that social media intermediaries had failed to act in accordance with their statutory obligations under the Information Technology Act and the Rules framed thereunder and had not removed or blocked certain content which amounted to prohibited speech. The petition referred to the Supreme Court's judgment in Shreya Singhal v. Union of India, particularly its observations concerning offences involving promotion of enmity between groups on grounds of religion and deliberate or malicious acts intended to outrage religious feelings. The petitioner relied on the judgment to contend that social media platforms were required to comply with the legal framework governing unlawful content while also respecting constitutionally protected speech. The plea further alleged that social media platforms, including X, Facebook, YouTube, WhatsApp and Instagram, had failed to take adequate action against content containing anti-national slogans and statements against the sovereignty and integrity of India, despite the statutory framework governing intermediaries. The petitioner sought directions to the intermediaries concerned to comply with their statutory obligations and take appropriate action, in accordance with law, against persons responsible for the creation and dissemination of unlawful content.
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Hyderabad: Ayesha Khan is heading to Hyderabad for a live appearance on October 10. The actress, whose appearance in Dhurandhar and the song Shararat have brought her fresh attention, will be part of an evening event announced by Kingdome Club. The organisers shared a poster featuring Ayesha on Instagram and invited fans to see her Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Prayagraj: The Allahabad High Court on Tuesday, September 22, freed a Ghaziabad woman from her fathers custody and allowed her to live with her Muslim husband. Justice Sandeep Jain ordered the release of 26-year-old Sonika Chauhan, allowing her to live with her husband Akbar Khan. Justice Jain passed the order on a habeas corpus petition Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
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Katrina Kaif was subjected to severe trolling for gaining weight after she welcomed her first child with husband, actor Vicky Kaushal. Taking to Instagram, celebrity dietician Ryan Fernando explained why new mothers gaining weight is not a scandal but biological, and they should never be targeted for such weight gain but instead receive our support. He also pointed out the pitfalls of such body shaming; it affects not just one specific celebrity, but also the mental wellbeing of new mothers.
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UCC bulldozer is to permanently polarise society: Congress
New Delhi, Sep 23: The Congress on Wednesday alleged that for the Modi government, the UCC is not an instrument of considered legal reform but an instrument of division, disruption and diversion, as well as a tool for stoking prejudices and keeping society in a state of permanent polarisation. The opposition party's assertion comes after former Bombay High Court judge Justice R C Chavan resigned from the Maharashtra government's panel to prepare a draft for implementing the Uniform Civil Code (UCC), citing serious reservations over its decision to restrict public feedback on crucial social issues to a Yes/No format. Congress general secretary in-charge communications Jairam Ramesh said the resignation of a former high court judge from the Maharashtra government's committee to draft a UCC for the state raises larger questions, apart from his several concerns on the functioning of this committee. Posting his statement on X, Ramesh said, A retired High Court judge has shown courage to resign from a committee set up by the Maharashtra government to prepare a uniform civil code for the state. Here is our statement on the non-uniform 'Uniform' Civil Codes (UCC) the HM is trying to bulldoze through in every state. Did the Constituent Assembly ever imagine a situation in which every state would enact its own separate version of a UCC? The answer is a resounding no, Ramesh said. Did the architects of our Constitution led by Dr B.R. Ambedkar ever conceive states competing with one another to have different UCCs according to the political machinations and calculations of one political party, he asked. Again, the answer is a resounding no, Ramesh added. He pointed out that on June 17, 2016, the Modi government referred the question of the UCC to the 21st Law Commission of India for detailed examination. After extensive research, the Commission published its Consultation Paper on Reform of Family Law on August 31, 2018. Its conclusion appearing in paragraph 1.15 on page 7 of the Consultation Paper was clear: 'The formulation of a Uniform Civil Code is neither necessary nor desirable at this stage'. Instead it recommended addressing nor discrimination within individual family laws while preserving India's legal and cultural diversity, Ramesh said. The Modi government has chosen to disregard the findings of the very Commission it tasked with examining the issue because the facts, as usual, did not align with its political agenda, the Congress leader said. Over the last three years, one BJP-ruled State after another bulldozed through its own version of a UCC, Ramesh said. The UCC came into effect in Uttarakhand from January 27, 2025. Subsequently the Gujarat Assembly passed the UCC Bill on March 24, 2026, the Assam Assembly on May 27, 2026 and the Madhya Pradesh Assembly on July 21, 2026, he pointed out. Ramesh said these State-level UCCs, never envisaged in the Constitution, are not uniform. They contain different provisions, different penalties, different procedures and significant exemptions. Contrary to claims, the Uttarakhand UCC, the only one in force, continues with a number of patriarchal traditions and is creating many problems for perfectly law-abiding residents of the state, Ramesh argued. Union Home Minister Amit Shah has made a typically bombastic announcement that a UCC will be implemented in all NDA-ruled States before the 2029 Lok Sabha election, he said. Evidently other NDA parties have lost their voices and are being silenced by the BJP, the Congress general secretary said. For the Modi Government, the UCC is not an instrument of considered legal reform to be implemented after the widest possible consultations and public debate and with the broadest possible consensus. It is, in reality, an instrument of division, disruption and diversion, a tool for harassment and intimidation, stoking prejudices and keeping society in a state of permanent polarisation, Ramesh said. Later, asked about the statement, he said, The UCC bulldozer is to permanently polarise society. In a letter to the panel chairperson Justice Ranjana Desai (retd), former Bombay High Court judge Chavan criticised the committee's approach, stating that reducing complex societal questions, such as delayed marriages, perversions, infertility, and rising matrimonial disputes, to binary options undermined the primary purpose of consensus-building. The former judge said he had misunderstood that the committee aimed to gather views of the people of Maharashtra and to generate a consensus to remedy the issues of late marriages, infertility, unstable marriages, time-consuming dispute resolution mechanism and so on. Now that the misunderstanding is removed, I realise that the aim is to just provide an opportunity to people who may care, to share their responses, in a 'yes or no' format to the questions posed so that analysis of data becomes easy, the letter said. In July, the state government set up a seven-member committee headed by retired Supreme Court Justice Ranjana Desai to draft a framework for implementing the UCC, which seeks to establish equal laws across religions on issues about marriage, divorce, and property. Justice Chavan, a former high court judge, resigned from the panel on September 19. The Congress' statement also comes days after Shah said the BJP-led NDA governments in 21 states will introduce UCC before 2029. The next Lok Sabha polls are scheduled for 2029.
Imtiaz Ali announces daughter Ida's engagement to boyfriend Krish Agrawal
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Sai, Kushagra, Kotian help Ind A post 257-5 vs Aus A
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Srinagar, Sep 22: The Government has proposed relocation of Government High School Wussan Kangan after confirming that its existing premises fall within the proposed alignment for four-laning of the National Highway. The issue was raised by Kangan MLA Mian Mehar Ali through an unstarred question in the Assembly, seeking details about the safety of students and staff, the highway expansion and plans for construction of a new school building. In its reply, the Government said the school is currently situated alongside the National Highway, exposing the premises to road and traffic-related hazards. However, it said that necessary safety measures have been put in place to ensure the safety and security of students and staff. The Government further confirmed that the existing school structure falls within the proposed alignment for four-laning of the National Highway. According to the reply, five kanals and four marlas of Kahcharie land has been identified in the same vicinity for construction of a new school building. The Government said a decision has already been taken at the District Administration level to relocate the school. A double-storey school building at the identified site has been proposed under the SASCI scheme. Meanwhile, construction of an Additional Classroom (ACR), Headmasters Room, Boundary Wall and Library Room has been taken up during the current financial year under the Samagra Shiksha Plan.
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Dr Google and the Self-Diagnosis Generation
It is late at night. A young person feels a headache and searches for the reason. Soon, a headache seems connected to several serious diseases. The pain may not have changed, but the fear has. This is how Dr Google has become part of our lives. In Jammu and Kashmir, people can find health information within seconds through Google, YouTube, Instagram, WhatsApp and AI tools. It becomes a problem when online information is treated as medical advice. There is nothing wrong with searching for health information. The internet can help us understand diseases, prevention and medical terms. For people in remote areas of Jammu and Kashmir, it can provide basic information when reaching a doctor or specialist takes time. Still, there is a clear difference between learning about health and diagnosing or treating ourselves. Health information means learning about a condition. Self-diagnosis means deciding that we have a disease without proper assessment. Self-treatment means starting treatment on our own. Both can be risky. A search engine cannot examine a patient. It cannot check blood pressure, listen to the chest or take a complete medical history. A headache may be caused by poor sleep, dehydration, stress, migraine, infection or other conditions. Online searching can also create health anxiety. A person may read about the worst disease and become frightened. Another may find a harmless explanation and ignore a problem that needs attention. Social media has made this problem wider. A health video can receive thousands of views without being correct. Some posts are personal experiences or advertisements. Something that worked for one person may not work for everyone. WHO has warned that false health information can create confusion and lead to harmful decisions. Artificial intelligence has added another challenge. A person can give a description of their symptoms, and the AI tool will respond within seconds. The AI can assist in explaining the medical jargon or in formulating the questions that one may need to ask the physician. People should be careful about sharing unnecessary personal medical information with untrusted online services. Self-medication is another concern. Some people take old medicines, use someone elses prescription or choose medicines after searching symptoms online. When proper assessment is needed, a pharmacist should not replace a doctors diagnosis. Antibiotics need particular care because misuse and overuse can contribute to antimicrobial resistance and make infections harder to treat. In Jammu and Kashmir, this issue has direct implications for access to medical facilities. People living in villages far away from hospitals require substantial time, energy, and finances to go to a doctor. While internet technology can teach people how to ask certain questions, it cannot be a substitute for proper medical treatment. The answer is not to stop using the internet. We need to use it wisely. Before trusting a health claim, check its source and evidence, and ask whether someone is trying to sell something. Most importantly, are we learning about our health or trying to become our own doctor? When do we need to stop looking for information and get professional help? Symptoms such as severe illness, shortness of breath, fainting, chest pain and other cases that constitute an emergency should be addressed by medical professionals immediately. Doctors and nurses will always be needed in healthcare because healthcare is about people, not symptoms. Doctors ask, examine, evaluate and give advice to patients. Nurses educate their patients about treatment and prevention. The internet is a powerful health tool. We should use it to become better informed, not to replace professional care. Google can help us ask better questions. It cannot replace the person who examines us, listens to us and cares for us. Mohammad Arfat Wani is a writer and nursing student from Kuchmulla, Tral, and a regular contributor to Greater Kashmir
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Jammu to be developed as year-round tourist destination: CM
Srinagar, Sep 22: The Tourism Department has drawn up a comprehensive plan to develop and promote tourism in Jammu Division, targeting its positioning as a year-round destination nationally and internationally through diversification across pilgrimage, heritage, adventure, eco, nature, rural, cultural, wellness and leisure tourism, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah told the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly on Monday. Replying to a starred question by BJP MLA Yudhvir Sethi of Jammu East, the Chief Minister, who holds the tourism portfolio, said the department is pursuing developmental interventions and sustained promotion to diversify Jammu's tourism product. Major destinations taken up for development include Suchetgarh, Shiv Khori, Sudhmahadev, Patnitop, Basholi, Bhaderwah/Gatha, Mansar, Baradari, Kesari Hills and Behra/Qasab, with a separate list of new and emerging destinations enclosed as Annexure-A to decongest existing tourist centres. On promotion, CM Omar said 110 events and festivals were facilitated or attended between April 2025 and March 2026, and 43 more between April and August 2026153 in all over 17 monthsbacked by district-wise publicity material and digital campaigns on Facebook, Instagram and X. He said the department represented Jammu's tourism at national platforms including GITB Jaipur, TTF Ahmedabad, IATO Convention Puri, ITM Jaipur, IITE Madurai, SATTE-2026 New Delhi and ITM Dehradun, and internationally at IFTM Top Resa Paris, World Travel Market London and ITB Singapore. On the tourism circuit connecting religious, heritage and natural sites, the Chief Minister said five pilgrimage circuits were sanctioned under the Capex Plan 2020-21: Mansar (Phase-1) at Rs 981.48 lakh, Shiv Khori at Rs 313.91 lakh, Uttervehni at Rs 850.33 lakh, Purmandal at Rs 981.57 lakh, and Sukrala at Rs 391.65 lakh, together about Rs 35.19 crore. Omar said 29 works are currently ongoing under these circuits at an approved cost of Rs 514.38 lakh, and that their completion is expected to generate local employment through homestays, tourist guides and related services. On funding, CM Omar said Jammu Division's tourism allocation rose from Rs 5,649.80 lakh in 2023-24 to Rs 6,115.08 lakh in 2024-25 and Rs 6,285.43 lakh in 2025-26, with project-wise details enclosed as Annexure-B. For Jammu East constituency specifically, allocation was Rs 212 lakh in 2023-24, rose to Rs 227.67 lakh in 2024-25, then fell to Rs 141.27 lakh in 2025-26.
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Trump floats banning U.S. diesel exports as prices hit a record $6.52
President Trump said Tuesday that he would support banning exports of diesel fuel. I've said let's not send out the diesel, the president said on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly. We make a lot of diesel. It could have a little bit of an effect on regular automobile gasoline because when you do that, you know, it's a sort of a flow. It's a balance. Trump added, But no, I've called for it. I've called for it within my people. I've been talking about it. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said he's examining whether a diesel export ban is feasible, given overall refining capacity and whether a full or partial ban would work. The national average price of diesel fuel has surged to an all-time record of $6.52 per gallon, according to AAA , a staggering 77% increase compared to this time last year. Driven primarily by global supply crunches from the wars in Iran and Ukraine, the sudden spike is acting as a massive tax on the US supply chain, which is heavily reliant on diesel to move goods. Because diesel is the economy's primary industrial fuel, its high cost is spilling over into consumer prices nationwide. Patrick De Haan, head of petroleum analysis for GasBuddy, posted on X , this will backfire and is not good. U.S. diesel prices are determined not by a U.S. supply and demand balance, but a global one, De Haan said. Keeping distillates and diesel [at] home does not change the world price that reference our prices. You can't fence off a globally traded commodity by executive order and expect the global price to stop applying to it. Jennifer Schonberger is a veteran financial journalist covering markets, the economy, and investing. At Yahoo Finance, she covers the Federal Reserve, Congress, the White House, the Treasury, the SEC, the economy, cryptocurrencies, and the intersection of Washington policy with finance. Follow her on X @Jenniferisms and on Instagram . Click here for political news related to business and money policies that will shape tomorrow's stock prices Read the latest financial and business news from Yahoo Finance This article originally appeared on Yahoo Finance at https://finance.yahoo.com/energy/article/lets-not-send-out-the-diesel-trump-floats-ban-on-us-diesel-exports-190158139.html
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Avantika Dassani on her bond with mother Bhagyashree: I stand besides her as she always has
Avantika Dassani recently shared a glimpse of her Ganesh poojan in Sangli with her mother, actress Bhagyashree. The occasion also became a moment for Avantika to reflect on the bond she shares with her Aai and the role her mother continues to play in her life. Sharing a picture from the poojan, Avantika spoke about standing by her mother while acknowledging the guidance and strength she has received from her over the years. She wrote, I stand besides her, and as she always has, she continues to teach me: With the strength, grace and blessings of Ganeshji (And for me, my Aai) we will always be on our way forward. Avantikas note highlights the relationship between the two, particularly the way their roles can evolve as a mother and daughter grow together. While Bhagyashree has been a source of guidance for Avantika, the actress also emphasised her own presence beside her mother. The Ganesh poojan in Sangli thus offered a glimpse into their personal bond away from their professional commitments. Avantikas message focused on the values she associates with her mother, including strength, grace and the blessings of Ganeshji. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Avantika (@avantikadassani) Mother-daughter relationships often evolve as daughters grow older, with the equation moving beyond a traditional parent-child dynamic. The guidance received during childhood can gradually become a two-way relationship, with daughters also becoming a source of support for their mothers. For Avantika, that sentiment appears to be reflected in her choice of words. By saying that she stands besides Bhagyashree, she acknowledged the support her mother has extended to her while expressing her intention to be there for her in return. The moment from Sangli also comes as a personal reflection from Avantika on what her mother means to her. Rather than focusing on their public profiles, her post centred on their relationship and the influence Bhagyashree has had on her. Through the picture and accompanying note, Avantika offered a glimpse into the bond she shares with Bhagyashree, with Ganeshjis blessings forming the backdrop to her message about continuing to move forward together. Also Read: Bhagyashree recalls becoming a mother at a young age; says, Both of my deliveries were by caesarean, I didnt even know that I should exercise
Ayushmann Khurrana and Sara Ali Khan starrer upcoming film Udta Teer is set to feature a new musical collaboration, with rapper Emiway Bantai joining forces with composer duo Sachin-Jigar for a track in the film. The collaboration brings together the established Bollywood music duo and one of the prominent voices from Indias independent hip-hop space. Sachin-Jigar, known for experimenting across genres, are composing the music for Udta Teer. For the new track, they have teamed up with Emiway, whose rap-driven musical style will add a hip-hop element to the song. The collaboration is expected to bring together different musical influences within the soundtrack of the upcoming film. The track marks a coming together of Bollywood music and the independent hip-hop scene, with Sachin-Jigar handling the composition and Emiway contributing his rap style. While details about the song, including its release date and other creative aspects, have not been revealed yet, the collaboration adds another musical element to the upcoming project. Directed by Aakash A Kaushik, Udta Teer stars Ayushmann Khurrana and Sara Ali Khan in the lead roles. The film is scheduled to arrive in theatres on October 9, 2026. Udta Teer is expected to be set against the backdrop of espionage but approaches the spy genre through comedy. The film is said to revolve around a world where everyone appears to have a secret and trust becomes difficult. At the centre of the story is a spy who inadvertently turns the entire game upside down. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Bollywood Hungama (@realbollywoodhungama) The film combines the elements of a spy thriller with comic situations and chaos, positioning itself as a family entertainer. The story is expected to follow a fast-paced narrative in which the characters find themselves caught up in situations where nobody seems to know exactly what is happening including the protagonist. With Sachin-Jigar composing the films music and Emiway now joining them for a new track, Udta Teer is bringing together mainstream Hindi cinema and contemporary hip-hop as it builds towards its theatrical release. The film will mark another collaboration between Ayushmann Khurrana and Sara Ali Khan, after the last release Pati Patni Aur Woh Do that also featured Wamiqa Gabbi and Rakul Preet Singh. Udta Teer is slated to release in cinemas on October 9, 2026. Also Read: Emiway Bantai reimagines Shah Rukh Khan classic in final Bajis EP track Yeh Kaali Kaali Aankien; ends on a high note
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Sai Sudharsan Leads India A's Fightback Against Australia A
India A recovered from a precarious position of 97 for five to reach 257 for five against Australia A on the opening day of their four-day match, thanks to resilient fifties from Sai Sudharsan, Kumar Kushagra, and Tanush Kotian. Kotian and Kushagra forged a crucial 138-run partnership for the sixth wicket, stabilising the innings after early setbacks.
Kushagra, Kotian Help India A Recover To Finish Day 1 On 257/5 Against Australia A
Aman Mokhade LBW: Day 1 of the India A-Australia A Test was a tale of two halves as the hosts, after choosing to bat, endured a difficult start before Kumar Kushagra and Tanush Kotian produced a remarkable recovery to take them to 257/5 at stumps after 89 overs. India A fell to 20/2 in the morning session, were reeled in for 78/3 at lunch, and then were in all sorts of trouble at 97/5 in the afternoon. However, the partnership of Kushagra and Kotian completely changed the complexion of the innings with a superb stand of 138. Day one started as usual with Australia A's tight new-ball attack first to give India A a test. The first ball of the day by Fergus O'Neill was a true nip-backer which pulled in, taking Aman Mokhade LBW for 6. Todd Murphy then came into the attack to remove Devdutt Padikkal (3) for 20 runs on the board. Despite the early loss of wickets, Sai Sudharsan looked untroubled, punched the ball into gaps and ran them hard without taking undue risks. Sai Sudharsan and Shaik Rasheed added 58 runs for the second wicket to calm nerves. Rasheed fought hard for his 57-ball 16 before Australia A struck just before the Lunch break, Corey Rocchiccioli taking a stunning return catch. India A reached the break at 78/3, with Sudharsan unbeaten on 45. Australia A had been largely in control in the first session, with three wickets for 78 runs and the run rate still pretty subdued. The pressure continued post-lunch, with Rocchiccioli as the dominant factor. He first dismissed Yash Rathod for 1 before bagging the game-changing wicket of Sudharsan. Just before the rain, Sudharsan was looking to guide one over the line, but though he succeeded in deflecting the ball, he held onto the bat's face for too long and spooned it up, resulting in a leading edge. Rocchiccioli slid across to take the catch himself, leaving India A at 97/5. As the innings faltered, Kushagra and Kotian collected the pieces. The two pressed forward, defending the turning ball, looking for runs, and putting away the poor deliveries. At Tea, India A's resistance had taken the score to 151/5, Australia's lead still intact, but we were now running out of time to find the one spell which would target the tail. Rocchiccioli had three wickets to that point, while O'Neill and Murphy had one each. But it was the last session that was largely played by India A, as Kushagra and Kotian consolidated on their partnership and turned it into a match-winning one. The pair built India from 97/5 to 200 and even beyond with sensible batting and a few calculated shots. Later, Kushagra scored an outstanding 82 off 160 balls with 10 fours, while Kotian scored 68 off 134 balls with four fours and a six. Kushagra (82) departed with the score on 235/5. His departure did not halt the hosts' progress. Shams Mulani came in after Kotian and the duo ensured that India A saw through to stumps without any further casualties. India A score (89 overs): 257/5 Mulani and Kotian remain unbeaten at 10 and 68 respectively. A day of patience so far for the hosts. Shams Mulani came in after Kotian and the duo ensured that India A saw through to stumps without any further casualties. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Brief scores: India A 257/5 in 89 overs (Sai Sudharsan 57, Kumar Kushagra 82 retd hurt, Tanush Kotian 68*, Corey Rocchiccioli 3-72) against Australia A. Article Source: IANS
Actor Ayushmann Khurrana has sponsored a rifle for Indian shooter Meghana Sajjanar after learning about the athletes difficulties in accessing suitable sporting equipment. According to Sajjanar, Khurrana came across an article about her journey and decided to extend support despite not knowing her personally. Sajjanar, who competes in rifle shooting, was looking to progress to the international level when access to suitable equipment became a challenge. The support from Khurrana enabled her to acquire the equipment she needed for training and competition. The shooter recently met Khurrana and shared details of their interaction on social media. Recalling how the actor came to her aid, Meghana wrote, In our sport, precision is everything but so is the gear in your hands. A year ago, I was pushing my limits but hitting a wall without world class equipment. Then, a single news article changed everything. Ayushmann Khurrana read about my journey and stepped in out of nowhere to sponsor my rifle. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Meghana Sajjanar (@meghana__sajjanar) He didn't know me. We had never met. He just wanted to see an Indian athlete win on the global stage. That rifle leveled the playing field for me, allowing me to train without compromise, take on the best in the world, and achieve what I have today. Today, I finally got to meet the man who quietly backed my dreams when I needed it most. No noise, just pure support for Indian sports. Thank you for being in my corner. Jai Hind!, she added. In competitive shooting, equipment forms an important part of an athletes training and competition setup. For Sajjanar, the rifle sponsorship came as she was working towards competing at the international level. The gesture also comes amid Khurranas broader association with sports-related initiatives. In May 2026, the actor attended Commonwealth Games Day celebrations in Ahmedabad alongside Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya and Gujarat Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghvi. The event was held as part of the build-up to the 2030 Commonwealth Games, which India is set to host. Khurrana also participated in a five-kilometre cycling rally at the event and spoke about encouraging a sporting culture among young Indians. Olympians and former Commonwealth Games medallists, including shooters Anjum Moudgil and Ankur Mittal, were also present. His latest association with Sajjanar comes through a more direct form of support, with the actor sponsoring equipment that the shooter says helped her continue her preparations for international competition. Also Read: Yeh Prem Mol Liya: Himesh Reshammiya to launch title track of Ayushmann Khurrana, Sharvari starrer live with 25-piece orchestra on September 20
Indian cricketer Abhishek Sharma has given fans a glimpse of his Japan trip with fellow cricketer Ishan Kishan, sharing pictures from their time in Tokyo. On September 21, Abhishek posted a carousel on Instagram with the caption, Konnichiwa Tokyo . The pictures showed the cricketer enjoying a meal at a Tokyo restaurant, including a ramen outing, [] The post Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishans Japan Trip: Ramen, Rainy Tokyo Nights and Fans AbhIshan Reactions appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Samantha Ruth Prabhu is thriving in her third trimester, sharing pickleball videos, modified prenatal workouts, and candid AMA confessions with fans, all while embracing motherhood's changing goals with strength, honesty, and humor on Instagram.
Highlights Good Morning Britain entertainment editor Richard Arnold has married his partner Stuart after 23 years together Fans initially thought Arnolds Instagram post was announcing an engagement The couple tied the knot at Hackney Town Hall in London on Friday Good Morning Britain entertainment editor Richard Arnold has revealed that he has married his partner of 23 years, Stuart, after fans initially mistook his wedding post for an engagement announcement. Arnold, 56, shared photographs from the couples big day over the weekend, accompanied by a ring emoji and the caption The splice of life. The post led some followers to believe he had just become engaged. However, Arnold cleared up the confusion on Good Morning Britain on Monday, revealing that he and Stuart had already tied the knot. Richard Arnold clears up the engagement confusion Speaking on the ITV programme, Arnold joked about the mix-up, saying: I got spliced! He explained that the couple had married at Hackney Town Hall in London on Friday, 18 September, describing the ceremony as very low-key no fuss. Arnold also referred to Stuart as his husband while discussing the wedding on air. Thats myself and my other half Stuart, and now my husband, he said. The couple kept their wedding low-key Arnold revealed that he had raided the Good Morning Britain prop cupboard for the kilt he wore for the ceremony. In the wedding photographs, he paired the kilt with a bright pink fur sporran. The couples Cockapoo, Clementine, also featured in one of the photographs, wearing a bow that read I do too. Arnold and Stuart have been together for 23 years, making the wedding a significant milestone in their relationship. See on Instagram Celebrity friends congratulate the newlyweds The couples wedding announcement was met with messages from Arnolds famous friends and colleagues. Good Morning Britain presenter Susanna Reid wrote: THE BIGGEST BESTEST NEWS massive congratulations and tons of love. Ruth Langsford also congratulated the couple, writing: How wonderful! Congratulations and wishing you all the happiness in the world! The pink sporran is on point! Arnolds clarification means what initially appeared to be an engagement announcement was actually a celebration of the couple already becoming husband and husband.
Apple Music Hall Spatial Audio Venue Opens in Battersea Power Station
Apple has announced the opening of Apple Music Hall, a state-of-the-art 600-capacity music venue located in London's Battersea Power Station. Apple says it is designed to connect artists and fans through bespoke, intimate performances unlike anywhere else. Apple's deep love for music dates all the way back to the very beginning, from the launch of the iPod to the long-running iTunes Music Festival to the debut of Apple Music, said Oliver Schusser, Apple's vice president of Apple Music and International Content. Today, with the opening of Apple Music Hall, we are once again taking an unprecedented step further in our commitment to artists and fans by supporting live music in ways only Apple can do. Apple says the hall incorporates heritage brickwork, fluted arches, and bronze balconies reminiscent of the historic oriel windows, while a giant glass wall further enhances the visual connection with the historic building, offering a panoramic view of the concourse and the river beyond. The 38-foot-wide stage can be reconfigured for traditional front-facing sets or more in-the-round experiences, and a 48-speaker spatial sound system is positioned all around the audience. Behind the stage is a dedicated recording and mix studio so that every performance can be captured as a multi-track recording and mixed in Spatial Audio, live or in post-production. The venue is also hardwired for 16 or more cameras that feed a purpose-built broadcast control room with infrastructure that supports iPhone video capture running in parallel alongside traditional broadcast cameras. The exhaustive setup means artists can perform a live show, record it in Spatial Audio, create a broadcast-ready mix, and capture multicamera video all directly in the venue. Apple says performances out of Apple Music Hall will also be livestreamed globally so fans outside of London can tune in to enjoy shows from their favorite artists. For more information about Apple Music Hall, including tickets for upcoming shows, fans can visit applemusichall.com or follow @applemusichall on Instagram and TikTok . Tag: Apple Music This article, Apple Music Hall Spatial Audio Venue Opens in Battersea Power Station first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
Rent A Garba Partner For 500 To 6,500? Ahmedabad Cyber Crime Cell Issues Warning Ahead Of Navratri
Viral Instagram offers promise Garba companionship for money, prompting Ahmedabad Cyber Crime Cell to issue warnings.
Veer Pahariyas latest song, Ishq Ka Ghulam, from Prem Keetanu has caught the attention of actress Ananya Panday. The actress recently shared the track on her Instagram Stories and expressed her liking for the song. Ananya posted a monochrome behind-the-scenes picture of herself while getting ready, with Ishq Ka Ghulam playing in the background. Sharing the picture, she tagged Veer Pahariya and wrote, Cant stop listening to this song @veerpahariya , giving the song a shout-out. Crooned by B Praak, Ishq Ka Ghulam brings a romantic and emotional mood to Prem Keetanu. The song is part of the films music album and has been receiving attention following its release. Ananyas Instagram Story comes as a social media mention for the track, with the actress sharing her appreciation for the song. Starring Veer Pahariya, Prem Keetanu has been drawing attention with its music and romantic elements. With Ishq Ka Ghulam, the makers have introduced another musical track that reflects the romantic elements of the narrative. Ananyas post adds another mention for Ishq Ka Ghulam as the song continues to feature in social media conversations. Her mention has further brought attention to Veer Pahariyas latest song and its presence on social media. Also Read : Ananya Panday shares photo with Belmont Cameli from US Open 2026
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Paris Hilton recalls getting grounded with sis Nicole as kids on her bday
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 22 (IANS) Socialite and reality TV star Paris Hilton wished her longtime friend and The Simple Life co-star Nicole Richie on her birthday, calling her sis and day one while reminiscing about their journey from getting grounded together as kids. Paris took to Instagram, where she shared a video montage featuring the two from their childhood days to doing Paris & Nicole: The Encore. She wrote: Happy Birthday to my sis and day one @NicoleRichie Youve been by my side through it all, from getting grounded together as kids to #TheSimpleLife, and #ParisAndNicole: #TheEncore. Paris added: Im forever grateful for every laugh, adventure, and unforgettable moment.Cant wait for all the memories still to comelove you forever Bill #SillAndBill. Paris first attracted tabloid attention in the late 1990s for her presence in New York City's social scene, ventured into fashion modeling in 2000. The reality television series The Simple Life, in which she co-starred with her friend Nicole Richie, and a leaked 2003 sex tape with her then-boyfriend Rick Salomon, later released as 1 Night in Paris, catapulted her to global fame. Reality television series Paris Hilton's My New BFF, The World According to Paris, Hollywood Love Story, Cooking with Paris and Paris in Love; the documentaries Paris, Not France, The American Meme and This Is Paris. Meanwhile, Nicole came to prominence after appearing on the reality television series The Simple Life. Her personal life attracted media attention during the series' five-year run and thereafter. After The Simple Life ended, Nicole continued her television career, appearing as one of three judges on the reality competition series Fashion Star. She later starred in the unscripted comedy series Candidly Nicole, which ran for two seasons. Nicole has also published two novels. From 2017 to 2018, Nicole starred as Portia Scott-Griffith in the sitcom Great News, her first series regular role. In 2020, she became a judge on the reality competition series Making the Cut.
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Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 22 (IANS) Bollywood actors Shehnaaz Gill and Varun Sharma sought divine blessings at the iconic Lalbaugcha Raja in Mumbai, as they visited the revered Ganpati pandal amid the ongoing festive celebrations. Shehnaaz took to Instagram, where she shared two pictures. The first had the actress offering prayers. The other image had her posing in front of Lord Ganesh Idol with Varun. Ganpati Bappa Morya! @fukravarun #ganpatibappamorya, Shehnaaz wrote as the caption. Lalbaugcha Raja is the sarvajanik Ganesha idol kept at Lalbaug, a locality in Mumbai during the Ganesh Chaturthi festival. As of 2026, the Lalbaugcha Raja has entered 93 years. Shehnaaz was recently seen in the film Singh vs Kaur 2. The film follows Nehal, who convinces his village to invest in a fish-farming project, but the money is stolen. He then journeys to Canada to find the criminals responsible and restore his honor. The actress was also seen in Ishqnama this year. The film is a true story, chronicles the journey of real-life soulmates Nimma and Nasima. The film is set between 1981 and 1988 along the India-Pakistan border. It is a period romantic drama that explores love, sacrifice, and humanity beyond borders. It explores the psychological toll of forced separation and the sheer stamina of the human spirit when fueled by love. Directed by Arvvindr S. Khaira and produced by Sourabh Rana Ravneet Kaur Chahal, Ishqnama is a period romance inspired by a true story adapted from the book Hind Pak Bordernama. She will next be seen in Ranna Ch Dhanna starring Diljeet Dosanjh. The film is directed by Amarjit Singh Saron. As for Varun, he was last seen in Rahu Ketu, a 2026 Indian Hindi-language comedy written and directed by Vipul Vig. It stars Pulkit Samrat, Varun Sharma, Shalini Pandey and Chunky Panday.
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Juhi Chawlas Ghoonghat Ki Aad Se look was created overnight with vintage mirror work
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 22 (IANS) National Award-winning designer Neeta Lulla shared that Bollywood star Juhi Chawlas glamorous look in the song Ghoonghat Ki Aad Se from the 1993 film Hum Hain Rahi Pyar Ke became a major fashion trend of its time, but the outfit was actually put together overnight ahead of the Jaipur shoot. Lulla took to Instagram, where she shared a video of herself talking about the look she created. She wrote: Hum Hain Rahi Pyar Ke , the song Gungad Ki Aar Se Dil Barka one of my most glamorous songs; clothes created overnight. I got a call around six o'clock in the evening about a shoot that was to take place in Jaipur and the team was traveling the next day, and they wanted three outfits Lulla recalled rushing to pick up fabrics; whatever she could lay her hands on. She shared that she created the look and visualized it in her head. I got all these fabrics from a store that was selling kachhi embroidery, kachhi fabrics and created the looks overnight. I used a lot of vintage mirror work. I used a lot of torans, cut them up and put them together, hand-stitched them and created blouses out of it. Lulla recalled using a lot of ganti fabrics, which were converted to skirts and tissue was used to create dupattas as well. The clothes, however, were ready to be delivered in the morning for the team and the crew to go to Jaipur, and they shot and sent me pictures. I was amazed at how beautiful it looked against the backdrop. When the movie was released, that particular song became a trendsetter. The designer shared: College-going students would dress in that same format and wear the same look to college for their special days, special events, or India Day, or whatever they wanted to wear it for, but I remember it was a huge trend at that time for almost a couple of years. Mahesh Bhatt directed Hum Hain Rahi Pyar Ke. Based on the 1958 Hollywood movie Houseboat, it also stars Aamir Khan, Sharokh Bharucha and Kunal Kemmu. The film follows Rahul, who looks after his spoilt nephews, Sunny and Vicky, and niece, Munni. At a funfair, they meet Vyjayanti, who has run away from home, and decide to shelter her without Rahul's consent.
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Is Omar Abdullah's resignation as Chief Minister nirvana for Jammu and Kashmir? If so, the opponents demanding his head on the block must state whether they have a viable democratic alternative. Alongside, there is a call for dissolution of the Assembly. That makes things clearer as to what the opposition is angling forPresidents rule and through that their own rule without any responsibility and accountability. It is as simple as that. However, a fundamental political question remains: why should Omar Abdullah oblige the opposition? Politically, logically, and constitutionally speaking, his party was voted into power for a five-year term.The electorate knew they were voting within the constraints of a Union Territory (UT). While they hoped he would be able to reclaim statehood, they were driven by an aggressive campaign set against the backdrop of the national leaderships solemn promise. Voters saw a clear connection between the Centres pledge and the local political narrative. They envisioned a landscape where the Centre was ready to meet them more than halfway, while the local campaign sought to bring respectability to Delhis idea of reconciliation through restoration. They were lulled into the belief that the timing was perfectwhich was, perhaps, the most beautiful part of the 2024 elections. That moment's fragrance is in retreat. It is equally true that the overwhelming mandate given to the National Conference (NC) came with heavy conditions. The public expected the NC to deliver on its manifesto promisesranging from fighting for the restoration of Articles 370 and 35A, to reclaiming statehood and fulfilling good governance pledges like free electricity, 12 free cooking gas cylinders, enhanced ration scales, and employment. Omar Abdullah's primary error was one of political judgment. Despite his sharp understanding of Kashmirs internal and external geopolitical dimensions, he misread the institutional script of the UT. He displayed a certain gullibility, believing that administrative processes would take a natural, fair course. That apart, as Chief Minister he was duty bound to attend to all the issues and worked harder to redress grievances of the people. Of course, there is an exaggeration that fixing taps and electric connections is not being done on the pretext of no statehood, but there are real issues on the ground, which should have been attended to. Omar himself and his party need to increase public outreach, assess the problems and diagnose those with the prescriptions within the given set of powers. There are also those who want him to perform before asking him to step down, and these leaders like AltafBukhari on record to have said that they would not support any undemocratic machination to engineer fall of the elected government. This should be read carefully by all the concerned parties whether in the Valley or Jammu. Politics, however, rarely works that way. It is a ruthless game of chess, and a leader known for straight-talk is often at a disadvantage. The political trap laid for him was fundamental, yet he walked right into it, unsuspecting of the underlying machinations. At the same time there was something more that made NC and other regional parties in Kashmir to contest. There were many wishing and plotting that National Conference, and other regional parties should not contest polls so that they could have smooth run. That forced him violate his own public pledge never to contest an Assembly poll as long as J&K remained a Union Territory. It was a dilemma for him, and now the way he decided, this political price was bound to come his way. On the other hand, those declaring that statehood will remain withheld as long as Omar Abdullah is in power display flagrant contempt for their own national leadership, which explicitly held out this promise to the people of J&K. These actors would benefit from a brief lesson in history. In 1983, Congress wanted an alliance with National Conference, then CM Farooq rejected the idea. Congress planned its own politics; stabilization project through destabilization of the elected government. That time also the plea was that the Farooq Abdullah government was not delivering, but the real idea was to get into the government. There always is a cause and consequence. Congress machinations were responsible for eroding faith of the people in democracy. Today, the same play book is being read aloud. If this is played out in full the way it was done in 1984, it is hard to escape the conclusion as to what might happen next. The rigging of the 1987 elections would not have taken place had democracy not tampered with in 1984. These attempts are also undermining the whole work that has been done by the Centre in J&K in the past few years. Kashmir has given several crowning moments to PMModis government. He enriched Kashmir with infrastructural development, and Kashmir in turn gave his government a great thumbs up in laying out new agendas and perspectives. Kashmir became an active partner in nation-building. Despite all the constraints, political and physical and administrative squeeze to which the Omar Abdullah government has been pushed to, the Chief Minister could have performed much better and delivered on many a promise made in the manifesto. First, he did not utilize his potential to the fullest, he kept on waiting for the return of statehood, hoping to deliver as per his full capacity in the hoped-for system. He cannot escape this part of shortcomings on the governance front. In fact, he himself has admitted that he has lost a lot of his political fortune. His predicament is that there is no clear way out. Lack of statehood is not the only one stonewall, there are many which have been thrown his way in the current system by an overambitious lot. He could have attended to public issues at much larger scale than his government has done. The people had missed an elected government for years together. While there is continuous, often performative rhetoric about embracing Kashmir and delivering its due, Jammu is consistently ignored. Kashmir-centric parties like the PDP and the NC view Jammu purely through an electoral prism; they see little reason to invest political capital in a region that yields them minimal electoral returns. The BJP, that was trusted and voted in large numbers, has not done what the people expected of it. The days of relentless politically-motivated language against Kashmirs regional parties, particularly National Conference and the PDP, yielding political dividends are over. Jammu invested its faith in the BJP by electing 29 of its candidates to the Assembly and wants something concrete in return. The opposition possesses every right to ask tough questions and hold the treasury benches accountable. Legislators and external critics alike enjoy the liberty to twist narratives to foster disillusionment with the establishmentthat is an accepted reality of politics. Omar Abdullah must now rise above his five-year survival thesis. The electorate is deeply impatient. He must present a realistic, transparent picture to the public and emerge as a leader capable of turning the tide in adverse situations.
Gujarat Police examines viral rent a garba partner posts ahead of Navratri
Digital Desk | Ahmedabad, Sep 21 (IANS) Gujarat Polices Ahmedabad Cyber Crime Cell is examining social media posts offering rent a garba partner services ahead of Navratri, with police warning that such advertisements could potentially be used for online scams, phishing or other forms of cyber fraud. The posts, which have been circulating on social media platforms including Instagram, offer users the option of paying for a companion to attend garba events, go garba shopping or spend time with them during the festive season. Police said the posts came to their attention through the social media monitoring cell and are being examined to determine whether they involve any fraudulent or malicious intent. Speaking to IANS, Ahmedabad Cyber Crime DCP Dr Lavina Sinha said people should not assume that the person behind such a social media post is necessarily known to them. Such messages are going viral and trending on various social media platforms, saying that you can rent a partner. For a certain amount, you can take them to a garba venue or spend the entire day doing garba shopping. Several such posts have gone viral and have come to our attention through our social media monitoring cell, Sinha said. She cautioned that such posts could also be used to initiate interaction and establish communication with users, which could subsequently be misused. Firstly, it is not necessary that a known person is at the other end of these posts. Many times, such posts are made under the pretext of having some interaction or chatting, and this could also be misused. Once chatting takes place or some kind of communication is established, there could be other misuse, she said. Sinha said the posts also carried a potential risk of financial fraud, particularly where users are directed to make payments through links. Secondly, this can also potentially become a scam, where even after taking the payment, there is a possibility that the service for which the payment is being made may not be provided. Alternatively, through the link used for making the payment, an attempt could also be made to carry out a digital scam or cyber fraud, she said. The police warning comes after several such advertisements surfaced on social media in recent days. Reports have cited packages ranging from around Rs 500 to Rs 6,500, depending on the duration and services offered, although police are investigating the authenticity and intent behind the posts. Sinha advised people to exercise caution before making payments through social media advertisements or unfamiliar payment links. I would say that people should be cautious about making payments through any such social media posts or payment links. And if there is any suspicion of a scam, or if your money has been lost, or if you feel that your phone has been hacked after clicking on such a link, immediately contact 1930 and inform the nearest police station, she told IANS. The National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal also advises victims of financial cyber fraud to report incidents immediately through the 1930 helpline. The portal allows complaints relating to online and social media crimes, financial fraud and hacking to be reported, while suspicious website URLs, phone numbers, messaging handles and social media URLs can also be submitted for reporting. The investigation will establish whether the posts represent genuine services or are being used to facilitate cyber fraud.
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Kartik Aaryan visits Statue of Unity, enjoys thepla ahead of 72nd National Award ceremony at Kevadia
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 21 (IANS) Bollywood actor Kartik Aaryan, who is set to be honoured with the National Award for Best actor, has landed in Gujarat for the ceremony. On Monday, the actor took to his Instagram, and shared a series of pictures and videos from Kevadia, Gujarat. In the pictures, the actor can be seen next to the Statue Of Unity. One of the pictures also shows his meal spread of thepla and other local delicacies. He wrote in the caption, A legacy larger than life #StatueOfUnity. He also commented, Thepla was good. His followers lauded the actor for his achievement. One user wrote, Sooooooooooo Excited About U Receiving Ur National Award. Another user wrote, Sattu back in town. A 3rd user wrote, I'm happy when you happy, it's simple. Meanwhile, the actor will be honoured with the National Award for Best Actor for his work in the sports biopic Chandu Champion in which he essayed the role of a Paralympic gold medalist Murlikant Petkar. Kartik shared the National Award for Best actor with Malayalam cinema legend, Mammootty, who will be feted for his work in Bramayugam. The 72nd National Film Awards, presented by the National Film Development Corporation of India, were announced on 18 July 2026 in a press conference to honour the best of Indian cinema in 2024. There were 400 entries in the feature film category, 161 in non-feature films, 38 books, and 24 critics submissions. The political action-thriller Article 370 was awarded Best Feature Film and the dystopian science-fiction Kalki 2898 AD was awarded Best Popular Feature Film. The 72nd National Film Awards ceremony is scheduled to take place on September 22 in Kevadia, Gujarat with President Droupadi Murmu presenting the honours. Veteran actor Anant Nag will receive the prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke Award. This edition marks a significant move beyond Delhi.
BWF World Jr C'ships 2026: Asian U17 medallist Tanvi Patri and Shaina Manimuthu lead Indian squad
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 21 (IANS) India will look to build on its team bronze and individual silver from last year's edition in Guwahati when a strong 18-member squad, led by newly crowned Asian U17 champion Tanvi Patri, continental silver medallist Shaina Manimuthu and India Junior International Grand Prix winner Dev Ruparelia, competes at the BWF World Junior Championships 2026 in Cairo, Egypt. The contingent was selected following selection trials held at the National Centre of Excellence in Guwahati from September 18 to 21, in accordance with the guidelines established by the Badminton Association of India's (BAI) Junior Selection Committee. The team event for the Suhandinata Cup runs from October 5 to 10. Fifth-seeded India, the bronze medallist from the last edition, has been drawn in Group D1 alongside Peru and Brazil. To qualify for the quarterfinals, India must top Group D1 and then win a playoff tie against the winner of Group D2, which features ninth seeds Indonesia, Macau China, and Senegal. Commenting on the squad, BAI General Secretary Sanjay Mishra said,India has a strong chance of delivering another impressive performance. Our junior players are carrying good momentum from the U17 Asian Championships, where the team reached the final. We waited for the medal-winning players to return before completing the selection trials to ensure everyone had a fair opportunity. Our boys and girls have worked extremely hard, and I am confident they can build on Indias podium finishes in Guwahati last year. As per the BWF Council decision for 2026, the Suhandinata Cup will be played under the new 3x55 relay scoring system, while the individual events for the Eye Level Cups, scheduled from October 11 to 17, will be conducted under the 3x15 scoring system. To prepare for the championships, the squad will undergo a dedicated World Junior Camp at the National Centre of Excellence, Guwahati from September 25 to October 2. The girls' singles challenge will be led by Patri and Manimuthu, alongside Parul Choudhary and Tanvi Reddy Andluri. In boys' singles, Ruparelia is joined by Nishchal Chand, Jagsher Singh Khangurra, and Akhil Reddy Bobba. In girls' doubles, Aanya Bisht and Angel Punera, who were part of the Indian squad that won a historic team medal last year, feature alongside Diya Bheemaiah B. and Baruni Parshwal. The boys' doubles pairs feature Aathish Sreenivas P.V. with Yogansh Singh, and Pavan Suresh with Punith Suresh. Divyansh Agrawal and Varna Prabhuanand, together with Yogansh Singh and Aanya Bisht, form the mixed doubles lineup. Indian Squad for BWF World Junior Championships 2026: Boys' Singles: Nishchal Chand, Dev Ruparelia, Jagsher Singh Khangurra, Akhil Reddy Bobba Girls' Singles: Parul Choudhary, Tanvi Reddy Andluri, Shaina Manimuthu, Tanvi Patri Boys' Doubles: Aathish Sreenivas P.V. / Yogansh Singh, Pavan Suresh / Punith Suresh Girls' Doubles: Aanya Bisht / Angel Punera, Diya Bheemaiah B. / Baruni Parshwal Mixed Doubles: Divyansh Agrawal / Varna Prabhuanand, Yogansh Singh / Aanya Bisht
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HC orders inquiry over claims of caste-based humiliation in NLU
Prayagraj: The Allahabad High Court has ordered an independent inquiry against the head of the Department of Law and warden of the boys hostel at Dr Rajendra Prasad National Law University, Prayagraj over allegations of caste-based humiliation and discrimination raised by two students. Justice Vinod Diwakar also directed an independent re-evaluation of the answer sheets Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Ricky Kej questions artist Sargam Vaish accusing 'Vvan' of plagiarism: How did they get access
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 21 (IANS) Independent artist Sargam Vaish has accused the makers of Sidharth Malhotra and Tamannaah Bhatia, 'The Vvan' of using a section of his song Aigiri Nandini without his permission in their recently released trailer. On Monday, Sargam uploaded a video on his official Instagram handle in which he said, I have been working on a project for three years, and one song from that has been used in the film Vvans trailer that was recently released, without my permission. The Vvan stars Sidharth Malhotra and Tamannaah Bhatia and is directed by Deepak Kumar Mishra, produced by Balaji Telefilms and TVF. They have used my song for 25 seconds without my permission. He even threatened legal action against the makers if they did not remove the song from the trailer. Divulging some more details, he added, From 1 minute 8 seconds to 1 minute 33 seconds, the songs name is Aigiri Nandini. They have used my master file, production, and vocals as it is. I have signed a deal with a big label; if that is affected, they will be responsible for this. Kindly remove the song from your trailer and the movie; otherwise, my legal team will take care of it. As the post reached social media, CBFC member Ricky Kej asked the artist in the comments section, How did they get access to your master recording when you had not released it yet?(sic) Responding to him, Sargam shared, @rickykej > Sir, Im a big fan of yours, so it genuinely means a lot that you noticed this. The song was already given to another big movie and was still unreleased. Somehow, it reached this movie through another circle and was used before the original project. Thats exactly what Im trying to understand as well. Helmed by Deepak Kumar Mishra and Arunabh Kumar, 'Vvan' is slated to hit the theatres on September 25 this year.
Textbook error row: Odisha students
Bhubaneswar: As the students agitation over errors in school textbooks gains momentum in Odisha, the CJP on Monday, September 21, extended its support to the ongoing satyagraha by the Navnirman Yuva Chhatra Sangathan (NYCS), which is demanding the resignation of School and Mass Education Minister Nityananda Gond over the alleged irregularities. The NYCS and Opposition Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Strong profit growth prompted Moneyview to reduce IPO size: MD & CEO Agrawal
Moneyview reduced its public offer to Rs 1,092 crore from Rs 1,500 crore. This decision stems from robust profit growth and adequate internal cash generation. The company fixed its price band at Rs 32-34 per equity share for the IPO. The IPO comprises a fresh issue and an offer for sale by existing shareholders. Proceeds will fuel lending business growth and new product development.
Parivartini Ekadashi Gives Message of Change: Prashant Agrawal
Udaipur, September 21: A message of devotion, sacrifice, service and compassion was conveyed through religious episodes during the Apnon Se Apni Baat programme being held at World of Humanity under the guidance of Narayan Seva Sansthan president Prashant Agrawal. Through stories associated with Bhakt Kurmadas, Parivartini Ekadashi, King Muchukunda and Lakshman-Urmila, Agrawal said true devotion ... Read more Parivartini Ekadashi Gives Message of Change: Prashant Agrawal
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Your support touched our hearts: Gaza girl thanks Ms Rachel
A girl from Gaza has thanked popular childrens educator and YouTube star Rachel, widely known as Ms Rachel, for her support for Palestinian children. Nisreen Skaik shared a video on Instagram on Sunday, September 20, addressing Ms Rachel and tagging her account, @msrachelforlittles. From the heart of Gaza, to Ms Rochelle, Skaik said. Your voice, Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
