Farah Khan gets emotional as triplets leave Mumbai for US universities
Filmmaker Farah Khan is getting emotional as her triplets, Diva, Anya and Czar, leave home to begin a new chapter at universities in the United States. Farah shared glimpses of her farewell with her children on Instagram, revealing that all three have moved to different cities and campuses for their higher studies. Reflecting on the [] The post Farah Khan gets emotional as triplets leave Mumbai for US universities appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
There is something entirely royal about hand chains, those that are making a strong comeback now. Whether in western or traditional outfits, hand chains are becoming a staple accessory, adding a statement touch to both basic outfits or elevated ones. And Bollywood is defining this comeback trend once again! Take a look: Diana Penty: Diana Penty elevates a ribbed saree with contemporary, minimal jewellery, where the dainty golden hand chain with minimal charms places itself as a scene-stealer. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Diana Penty (@dianapenty) Sonam Kapoor: Sonam Kapoor brings a royal touch to her ensemble by donning an embellished, encrusted hand chain with multi-coloured gems and floral patterns, leaning heavily to the ethnic side. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sonam A Kapoor (@sonamkapoor) Shanaya Kapoor: Shanaya Kapoor makes her ethnic ensemble even more dazzling by donning a silver hand chain with beaded patterns that make it a standout. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Shanaya Kapoor (@shanayakapoor02) Rashmika Mandanna: Rashmika Mandanna brings golden power to her ensemble by donning a golden hand chain with stacked beaded patterns, bringing contrasting styles to the accessory and her ensemble. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Rashmika Mandanna (@rashmika_mandanna) Manushi Chhillar: Manushi Chhillar taps into golden aesthetics by donning a dramatic hand chain that aligns with the mood of her overall jewellery. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Manushi Chhillar (@manushi_chhillar) Handchains are making a comeback, and these actresses are leading the trend. Also Read:Kroll Celebrity Brand Valuation 2025: Nearly half of the Top 25 are actresses; no South male star in rankings
Rakul Preet Singhs fashion files: 7 Looks that showcase her versatile style
Rakul Preet Singh has experimented with a range of fashion styles over the years, moving between contemporary silhouettes, traditional ensembles and statement red-carpet looks. From pre-draped sarees and lehengas to sequined dresses, the actor has explored different approaches to styling. Here are seven of Rakul Preet Singhs recent fashion looks that highlight her varied wardrobe choices. Ivory Indo-Western Look Rakul opted for a pre-draped ivory saree featuring embellishments and a crystal-and-bead detailed corset-style blouse. She paired the ensemble with a diamond choker, soft smoky eye makeup and a messy updo, keeping the overall look rooted in contemporary Indian fashion. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Rakul Singh (@rakulpreet) Crimson Strapless Dress For another appearance, Rakul chose a strapless crimson peplum dress featuring a plunging neckline, waist bow detailing and structured draping around the hips. She styled the monochromatic outfit with a sleek updo and minimal gold jewellery. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Rakul Singh (@rakulpreet) Gold and Yellow Traditional Look Rakul combined a strapless embroidered golden corset with a sunshine-yellow drape for a traditional-inspired ensemble. An ornate choker and warm-toned makeup completed the look. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Rakul Singh (@rakulpreet) Slate-Grey Sequined Lehenga The actor opted for a slate-grey two-piece lehenga covered in sequins, paired with a tasseled pallu. She kept the styling relatively understated with soft waves and a delicate necklace. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Rakul Singh (@rakulpreet) Black Sequined Co-ord Rakul went for an all-black look in a sequined co-ord featuring a one-shoulder cropped top and a high-slit skirt. Slicked-back hair and neutral makeup complemented the darker palette. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Rakul Singh (@rakulpreet) Metallic and Black Ensemble Another look saw Rakul pairing a golden metallic lattice corset with a black column skirt featuring a prominent slit. Center-parted hair and soft glam makeup kept the focus on the structured outfit. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Rakul Singh (@rakulpreet) Royal Blue Sequined Gown For a red-carpet appearance, Rakul chose a floor-length royal blue sequined gown with a plunging V-neckline and textured detailing toward the hem. She completed the look with sleek, center-parted hair. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Rakul Singh (@rakulpreet) Across these seven looks, Rakul has experimented with contrasting silhouettes, colours and levels of embellishment, moving from understated jewellery and contemporary sarees to more elaborate ethnicwear and sequined eveningwear. Also Read:Rakul Preet Singh says Ramayana script helped her discover new facets of Surpanakha
Tanushree Dutta drops a cryptic post on those who afflicted her: I will watch the fall & demise
Mumbai, Sep 6 (IANS) Actress Tanushree Dutta has shared a cryptic post, seemingly directed at those she believes have caused her pain and hardship. In the post, the Aashiq Banaya Aapne actress spoke about karma, her personal and professional life, and claimed that those who wronged her would eventually face the consequences of their actions. Taking to Instagram, Tanushree wrote about her hopes of rebuilding her life while issuing a stern warning to those she accused of plotting and working against her. She expressed confidence that her karmic wheels were turning and said she would witness the downfall of those who had allegedly caused her suffering. Sharing her image, the Dhol actress wrote, To those who afflicted me and removed me from my organic path in life. My vocational and personal life will be resurrected again in the most wonderful way and I will watch the fall & demise of all those who afflicted me for no fault of mine. The karmic wheels are turning and the next millenia belongs to me! And these assholes who dared to plot, gaslight, hound, surveil, plan & attack me will be hounded for eternity by forces so scary that they will regret every moment that their wicked souls went against me. Their lives will crumble right before their own eyes, she added. Tanushree Dutta has previously been vocal about her experiences in the film industry and has spoken publicly about issues she faced during her career. Last month, the actress had also penned a note in which she claimed that her career was being sabotaged by what she described as enemy camp handlers. She alleged that these individuals were deliberately preventing work opportunities from reaching her, claiming, They don't let anything come to me. An excerpt from her post read, So there are also people that want to work with me but the enemy camp handlers don't let anything come to me. They lie, manipulate and lead things astray at the enquiry level itself. Or misguide genuine brands, events and projects to sabotage me further. In 2025, Tanushree Dutta came into the spotlight as one of the prominent voices of Bollywoods 2018 #MeToo movement. She had publicly accused veteran actor Nana Patekar of sexual misconduct during the filming of the 2008 film Horn Ok Pleassss.
Handshake goes wrong: Magnus Carlsen and Vachier-Lagrave share hilarious moment
While American Gambits enjoyed a memorable opening day, Magnus Carlsen's return was another major talking point. The Norwegian returned to the Global Chess League (GCL) after missing last year's edition in Mumbai. Representing defending champions Alpine APL Pipers, Carlsen was held to a draw by Maxime Vachier-Lagrave of Cheq Mumba Masters.
Rajniesh Duggall reveals what drew him to play Physics Wallah teacher Pankaj Sijariya in his biopic
Mumbai, Sep 6 (IANS) Actor Rajniesh Duggall has revealed what drew him to play Physics Wallah teacher Pankaj Sijariya in his upcoming biopic. He opened up about the project while sharing his reaction to the script and expressed his excitement about bringing the inspiring teachers journey to the screen. Talking about how he came on board, Duggall said, I have a very interesting surprise for you, Pankaj sir. One of your students has actually written the film and asked me if I would like to play your role in it. So I said 100% that if there is something like this, I would absolutely want to be a part of it. In fact, I finished the script today, and it is written in a very interesting way. The reveal came during an Instagram Live interaction between Rajniesh Duggall and Pankaj Sijariya, where the actor shared details about the biopic and revealed that one of Pankajs students had written the film. The upcoming movie is written and directed by James A., one of Sijairyas students. The upcoming biopic will feature Rajniesh Duggall portraying Pankaj Sijariya, bringing the educators inspiring journey to the screen through the perspective of one of his former students. Esha Talwar has also been cast as the female lead in the film. The film is currently in the development stage, with more details about the project expected to be announced in the coming days. Pankaj Sijariya is an organic chemistry educator at Physics Wallah, the ed-tech platform founded by Alakh Pandey. He has earned a strong following among students for his lively and distinctive approach to teaching.
Tamannaah Bhatias Mumbai home blends understated luxury with warmth, featuring elegant white interiors, greenery, artwork and natural light. The residence includes a sophisticated living room, marble finishes, an aquarium and an Instagram-worthy dressing area. Personal touches, muted colours and contemporary dcor give the actress home a calm, stylish and glamorous character.
Kartik Aaryan gives Pakistani singer a Bollywood moment
Mumbai: Kartik Aaryans latest Instagram post was meant to offer fans a glimpse into his journey for the upcoming film Captain India, but his choice of music also brought a rising Pakistani singer into the spotlight. The actor shared a picture from his flight, resting his head against a tablet displaying the shooting draft of 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 .
Farah Khan bids emotional goodbye to triplets as they head to college in different cities
Mumbai, Sep 6 (IANS) Filmmaker and choreographer Farah Khan got emotional as her triplets, Diva, Anya and Czar, embarked on their college journeys in different cities. Sharing a glimpse of the bittersweet milestone on Instagram, Farah reflected on the challenges of sending not one but three children off to college. Sharing photos, the director wrote, If u thought moving ur kid to college was hard.. try doing it 3times! 3 cities, 3 campuses..3 goodbyes! 3pieces of my heart Jao jee lo apni zindagi.. but remember , all roads lead back to Dad & mom.. to @shirishkunder for doing everything except cming in the family pics.. p.s. - @divakunder u know why i chose this song. The first image shows Farah sharing a warm hug with her son Czar, while the other photos capture her sweet and candid moments with her triplets. The doting mom also added the song Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna to the post, perfectly capturing the emotional moment. Reacting to her post, Sunita Kapoor commented, Faru making me cry. Shilpa Shirodkar wrote, Love you Farah congratulations to the babies and trust me they will come back being the Best Version of Themselves. Rhea Kapoor wrote, i cant believe they are so big. Bhavana Pandey, Soha Ali Khan, Diana Penty among other actors dropped heart emojis. Back in May, Farah Khan and Shirish Kunder celebrated a major milestone as their triplets, Diva, Anya and Czar, officially graduated from school. Farah took to Instagram to share pictures from the graduation ceremony held at Dhirubhai Ambani International School in Mumbai. Alongside the images, she had written, Dont know which is tougher.. raising your kids or letting them go!? They can fly as high as they dream .. there ll always be a nest waiting for them #graduation #bittersweet p.s- its impossible to find all 3 kids n a husband whn taking pics.
Bihar floods: 1.685 million people affected across 11 districts
Patna, Sep 6 (IANS) The flood situation in Bihar remained serious on Sunday as rising water levels in several rivers affected nearly 16.85 lakh people (1.685 million) across 11 districts of the state, even as relief and rescue operations are being carried out continuously by the administration in the affected areas. According to official figures, the flooding has affected 61 blocks and 300 gram panchayats across 11 districts. Authorities have intensified relief measures to provide food, shelter and other essential assistance to people impacted by the floods. As part of the ongoing relief operations, 80 community kitchens are currently functioning in the flood-affected districts. So far, around 1.21 lakh people have been provided meals through these centres. In addition, one relief camp is operational, providing accommodation, food, medical assistance, and other essential facilities to 326 flood-affected people. To provide immediate relief to affected residents, authorities have distributed around 45,900 polythene sheets and 11,700 dry ration packets so far. To facilitate the evacuation and movement of people in flood-hit areas, a total of 1,158 boats are currently being operated across the state. In view of the possibility of further flooding, 27 State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) teams and seven National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) teams have been deployed in different districts to undertake rapid relief and rescue operations. According to Water Resources Department data recorded between 8 a.m. and 9 a.m. on Sunday, the Ganga remained above the danger mark at several major locations in Bihar. At Buxar, the Ganga was recorded 0.08 metres above the danger mark, although the water level was showing a declining trend. At Dighaghat in Patna, the level was 1.54 metres above the danger mark, while at Gandhighat, it was 1.96 metres above and at Hathidah, 1.74 metres above the danger mark. The water level at Gandhighat was stable, while Hathidah recorded a rising trend. At Munger, the Ganga was 0.51 metre above the danger mark and continued to rise. At Sultanganj, the level was 2.01 metres above the danger mark, while at Bhagalpur it was 0.65 metres above it. The river also remained above the danger mark at Kahalgaon. Meanwhile, in Prayagraj and Varanasi, the Ganga remained below the warning level. The water level was rising in Prayagraj, while a declining trend was recorded in Varanasi. Barrage discharge data showed that at 9 a.m. on September 6, the Sone Barrage at Indrapuri was releasing 2,27,739 cusecs of water, with the flow showing a declining trend. The Kosi Barrage at Birpur recorded a discharge of 1,68,400 cusecs, which remained stable. The Gandak Barrage at Valmikinagar was releasing 1,29,000 cusecs, with the discharge also reported to be stable. Meanwhile, the Bihar Meteorological Service Centre has forecast light to moderate rainfall at several places across the state over the next two days. Heavy rainfall is also possible at some locations. In view of the possibility of further rainfall and a corresponding rise in river water levels, authorities have been kept on alert to undertake relief and rescue operations. The state government and district administrations are closely monitoring the situation in flood-affected areas, with relief materials, boats and rescue teams being deployed as required.
The Centre has appointed Justice Sanjay Kumar Agrawal as the chief justice of the Rajasthan High Court, ending the courts prolonged wait for a regular chief justice amid an ongoing controversy surrounding acting Chief Justice Sanjeev Prakash Sharma. The appointment was notified on Saturday night as part of a larger order naming eight new chief [] The post Justice Sanjay Kumar Agrawal appointed Rajasthan High Court chief justice amid controversy over acting CJ appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Kanak Agrawal, an IIT-Kanpur graduate, recalls being thrilled by the prospect of work trips after joining a comapny. She imagined free flights, luxurious hotels and travelling the world. However, her older colleagues were less enthusiastic, warning that demanding schedules often leave little time to experience destinations. Her experience eventually inspired her to embrace a different approach to working while travelling and make destinations part of everyday life.
Isha Rikhi urges media to stop spreading rumours about her marriage
Isha Rikhi has addressed rumours surrounding her marriage amid the buzz over her Bigg Boss 20 participation. Taking to Instagram, the actor urged the media and public not to believe or spread unverified reports unless the information comes directly from her
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NATO Air Show Ends in Tragedy; Greek F-4 Crash Kills Both Pilots Near Tanagra Air Base
Two Greek pilots were killed when their F-4E Phantom II plunged from the sky and exploded during Athens Flying Week near Tanagra Air Base. The fighter rapidly lost altitude during a display manoeuvre and crashed approximately two kilometres from the runway, igniting a large fire. No spectators were injured, but the event was cancelled and Greece declared three days of military mourning. The cause remains under investigation. Watch.
PM Modi's Strong Message to the World from the SCO Summit in Bishkek
FRAGRANCE OF IDEAS Prime Minister Narendra Modi was recently on a very successful four-day visit to two Central Asian nations, Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan. Besides attending the usual official ceremonies, bilateral meetings and other important engagements in the two countries, PM Modi also attended the two-day Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in Bishkek, the capital of Kyrgyzstan. The Summit was also attended by the Russian President, Vladimir Putin and the Chinese President, Xi Jinping, besides the other heads of government that were invited to the Summit. There is no doubt in the fact that the visit of PM Modi and the SCO Summit 2026 attracted the attention of the whole world, and all these developments were duly reported and covered by the global media. The presence of the heads of the governments of China, Russia and India in Bishkek was seen with keen interest by the international media, geopolitical watchers and the Western media and political establishments. PM Modi made a very impactful presence in Tashkent-Uzbekistan during his visit there before coming to Kyrgyzstan. The talks therein were focussed on bilateral cooperation, energy issues, and regional security. The Indian side also discussed the important issue of a possible uranium supply programme in the near future to India from Uzbekistan. President Shavkat Mirziyoyev received PM Modi at the Tashkent international airport and accorded him a befitting welcome on behalf of his government. He also conferred Uzbekistans prestigious honour 'Oliy Darajali Do'stlik' (Order of Friendship) upon PM Modi in recognition of his international stature and huge positive contribution to the global cooperation. This is Modi's 36th international award, which he has received over the last 12 years globally. PM Modi also held very productive delegation-level strategic talks with the Uzbek's side during his two-day stay in Tashkent. Modi also participated in yoga programmes in Tashkent, inter-cultural events, Ramcharitmanas recitation event, interactive programmes with scholars, Indologists, youth and the students at the university and the tree-plantation ceremonies. He also visited the former Prime Minister of India Lal Bahadur Shastri Memorial and paid floral tributes to his memory. It was here in Tashkent that the former PM Shastri breathed his last during the Indo-Pak talks in 1966. On reaching Bishkek, the capital of Kyrgyzstan, from Tashkent, PM Modi received an impressive ceremonial welcome. He held bilateral talks with the Kyrgyzstan delegation headed by their President, Sadyr Zhaparov, to enhance bilateral economic and commercial relationship between the two nations. He also attended the opening ceremony of the World Nomad Games in Kyrgyzstan alongside visiting global and regional leaders who had come to Bishkek in connection with the SCO Summit on 31st August and 1st September 2026. At the Summit, PM Modi made a strong plea to the world to dismantle the entire ecosystem of terror financing without double standards. He said that in the previous meeting of the SCO, he had outlined three pillars as India's visionfor the SCO, and these included 'security, connectivity and opportunity'. He said, The time has come to move these three pillars beyond vision and translate them into concrete outcomes. The first and foremost requirement for this is peace and security. Terrorism continues to pose a serious challenge to humanity as a whole. In the fight against terrorism, we cannot remain confined to an action-reaction approach. We must dismantle the entire ecosystem of terrorist financing, recruitment, radicalisation, and safe havens. We must speak with one voice and make it clear that there can be no place for double standards on this serious issue. We must send a strong message to countries that use terrorism as an instrument of policy and provide safe haven and support to terrorists that terrorism can never be a strategic asset for anyone. Our shared aspiration for a peaceful and secure Eurasia is also closely linked to peace and stability in Afghanistan. India has been contributing to the development and provision of humanitarian assistance to the people of Afghanistan and will continue to do so. In todays interconnected world, the scope of security has become even broader. The crisis in West Asia has demonstrated that a conflict in one region does not remain confined to that region. Its impact is felt across the world, affecting energy security, maritime trade, and supply chains. The countries of the Global South bear the greatest brunt of such disruptions. Therefore, India has consistently called for all tensions and conflicts to be resolved not on the battlefield, but through dialogue and diplomacy. Drug trafficking is not merely a crime; it is a serious threat to our younger generation and regional security. The Centres being established under the SCO to address challenges such as security threats, organised crime, information security, and narcotics are a positive step. We must make these Centres an effective instrument for practical coordination and timely action. On the sidelines of the Summit, PM Modi met the Russian President Vladimir Putin and urged an immediate and peaceful resolution to the Russia-Ukraine conflict. His quote got a lot of attention and appreciation that suggests; 'From endless war to the end of war'. He also met the Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian to expand trade and address West Asian diplomatic stability. The President of Iran requested Modi to use his extensive resources to bring the Iran and West Asia crisis to a halt. Pezeshkian urged Modi to leverage India's extensive relationships with various international parties to help stop the cycle of violence and support a peaceful dialogue process. He also thanked India for its support and cooperation during the recent conflict and called Modi a man of peace. In a bizarre attempt to showcase his presence at the Summit, the Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharief, who was also attending the SCO Summit, committed his office to post an edited group-photograph of the leaders of the Summit on their social media handle. He did so immediately after PM Modi's office posted the original group photograph of the Summit on social media. However, due to the huge international criticism mixed with sarcasm and embarrassment, the Pakistan PMO was compelled to change the 'edited photograph ', which brought humiliation for Pakistan globally and left behind a diplomatic distaste. Additionally, Sharief, in his address, raked up the issue of the Indus Water Treaty (IWT) at the SCO summit unsuccessfully. However, the External Affairs Ministry of India, under the leadership of Dr. S.Jay Shankar, External Affairs Minister, who was also attending the Summit, issued a befitting reply from Bishkek itself and made its stand known to the world on the IWT issue. The statement said that the Hague-based International Tribunal ruling that 'Indias decision to suspend the Indus Waters Treaty was not legally permissible and that the 1960 pact remains fully in force' was not in any way acceptable to India. India rejected the ruling, saying the tribunal had no jurisdiction to pronounce on its sovereign decisions. India rejected the award and also the interim measures order, reiterating that it does not recognise the Court of Arbitration and has never participated in its proceedings. This so-called court was constituted by the World Bank in patent breach of the terms of the Treaty; and India categorically rejects its so-called award, just as it has firmly rejected all prior pronouncements by this illegally constituted body, the Ministry of External Affairs said in a frontal statement issued from Bishkek. The statement is a rejoinder to all the concerned who try to intervene in the internal affairs of a sovereign nation-state. India walked the talk very emphatically during the whole diplomatic process, pursuing its established policy doctrines, i.e. Terror & Talks won't go together and Water & Blood can't flow together. Indias consistent policy in this regard has stood the test, particularly when it elaborated that as long as Pakistan abets, sponsors and supports terrorism, there can be no real and normal relationship with it. This time, even The New York Times, that keeps on criticising India's policies and PM Modi's leadership, was forced to change the line. It highlighted Prime Minister Narendra Modi's diplomatic strategy as a hedge against shifting U.S. trade policies under President Trump during the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit in Bishkek. The New York Times reported that India is actively building new global partnerships and securing concrete economic and strategic deals to reduce its exposure to unpredictable U.S. trade pressures. The coverage in the paper noted that PM Modi has travelled extensively, visiting around 20 nations since August 2025, to hammer out independent economic ties, such as submarine technology cooperation with Germany and trade adjustments with European and Asian partners. The MOU signed with the European Union sometime back is a big example in this context. PM Modi's presence alongside Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping at the Bishkek summit was framed as part of India's multi-aligned foreign policy, balancing non-Western cooperation while navigating wider global and economic tensions. Energy security, new strategic deals, long term investments, historic engagements, forging cultural ties and opening new vistas for the establishment of peace in the highly volatile conflict regions globally are the most important takeaways of PM Modi's Central Asian tour this time. The whole world now awaits the BRICS summit that is going to take place on September 12 & 13 in New Delhi under India's BRICS 2026 chairship. (The author is a senior BJP & KP leader, Human Rights Defender and columnist and can be reached at: ashwanikc2012@gmail.com )
Eight HC chief justices appointed
New Delhi, Sep 5: Eight high court chief justices were appointed on Saturday, days after their names were recommended by the Supreme Court Collegium. In a post on X, Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal said Justice Valluri Kameswar Rao, currently a judge of the Delhi High Court, has been appointed Chief Justice of the Patna High Court. Justice Ravindra V Ghuge of the Bombay High Court will head the Calcutta High Court. Justice Sanjay Kumar Agrawal of the Chhattisgarh High Court has been appointed Chief Justice of the Rajasthan High Court, while Justice Mahesh Chandra Tripathi of the Allahabad High Court has been appointed Chief Justice of the Bombay High Court. A controversy erupted following serious, unprecedented allegations levelled against Rajasthan acting chief justice Sanjeev Prakash Sharma by Supreme Court judge Sandeep Mehta. Justice Ashwani Kumar Mishra of the Punjab and Haryana High Court has been appointed Chief Justice of the court. Justice Krushna Ram Mohapatra of the Orissa High Court has been appointed Chief Justice of the Chhattisgarh High Court. Justice Alpesh Yeshwant Kogje of the Gujarat High Court will head the Madhya Pradesh High Court. Justice Pushpendra Singh Bhati of the Rajasthan High Court has been appointed Chief Justice of the Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh High Court.
25 liaison officers appointed for IFFJK
Srinagar, Sep 5: The Jammu and Kashmir government has appointed 25 officers as liaison officers to facilitate visiting VVIPs and dignitaries during the first International Film Festival of Jammu & Kashmir (IFFJK), scheduled to be held from September 7 to 10. The appointments have been made through government order no. 1483-JK(GAD) of 2026, issued by the General Administration Department, following a request from the Directorate of Information, J&K. The appointed officers include senior JKAS officers posted across various departments and organisations. Among those appointed are Khalid Jahangir, Commissioner, Food and Drug Administration; Mehmood Ahmad Shah, Managing Director, Kashmir Power Distribution Corporation Limited; Shiv Kumar Gupta, Controller, Legal Metrology; Sudershan Kumar, Managing Director, J&K Trade Promotion Organization; Mohammad Shahid Saleem Dar, Managing Director, SIDCO/SICOP; and Arun Kumar Manhas, Director, Industries and Commerce, Jammu. The list also includes Mussarat-ul-Islam, Director, Handloom and Handicrafts, Kashmir; Vikas Sharma, Special Secretary to the Government, Housing and Urban Development Department; Pawan Kumar Sharma, Director, Geology and Mining; Rajinder Kumar Sharma, Special Secretary, Skill Development Department; Shabir Hussain Bhat, Vice-Chairman, Srinagar Development Authority; and Kapil Sharma, Director, Urban Local Bodies, Jammu. Other officers appointed as liaison officers include Pawan Kumar, Special Secretary, Labour and Employment Department; Rajinder Singh, Special Secretary, Disaster Management, Relief, Rehabilitation and Reconstruction Department; Kuldeep Krishan Sidha, Director, Archives, Archaeology and Museums; Ashish Kumar Gupta, Director, Disaster Management; Ashiq Hussain Lily, Regional Director, Survey and Land Records; Parveez Ahmad Raina, Additional Commissioner, State Taxes; and Rajnish Kumar, Chief Executive Officer, Integrated Watershed Management Programme. The remaining officers are Ghulam Jeelani Zargar, Director, Horticulture, Planning and Marketing; Shokat Mehmood, Special Secretary, Social Welfare Department; Dr Zahoor Ahmad Magray, Additional Commissioner in the office of Divisional Commissioner, Kashmir; Rakesh Kumar, Special Secretary, Estates Department; Masarat Hashim, Administrator, Associated Hospitals, Srinagar; and Mohammad Anwar Bandy, Special Secretary, School Education Department. The order states that the officers will serve as liaison officers with the visiting VVIPs/dignitaries in connection with the festival from September 7 to 10. They have been directed to report to the Director, Information, J&K, Srinagar, immediately for briefing regarding their duties and responsibilities during the programme.
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Concerns raised over cancellation of Prayagraj-Vizag special train services
Tata Sons succession race narrows to Narendran, Agrawal; NSE's Ashish Chauhan emerges as dark horse
Tata Sons has narrowed its search for N Chandrasekarans successor to Tata Steel CEO T V Narendran, Group CFO Saurabh Agrawal, and NSE chief Ashish Chauhan, with Narendran emerging as the frontrunner and Chauhan seen as the dark horse.
Willingness to Learn from Every Person and Situation Is Essential: Prashant Agrawal
Udaipur, September 5, 2026: The Apno Se Apni Baat programme was organised at Narayan Seva Sansthan on Saturday in the presence of Sansthan president Prashant Agrawal. Treated Divyangjan, trainees undergoing mobile, computer and tailoring courses, along with patients who had arrived from across the country for treatment and their family members, participated in the programme. ... Read more Willingness to Learn from Every Person and Situation Is Essential: Prashant Agrawal
Youths face legal action for uprooting Neelakurinji plants in Munnar
The cases were registered on Saturday after the individuals shared photos of the destroyed plants on Instagram.
Pune police arrest Chetan's friend as third accused in Ketan Agrawal murder case
Pune police arrest Chetans friend as third accused in Ketan Agrawal murder case
82% work done on Bhandai-Kitham bypass, Agra rail project on track for Dec 2026 completion
Punjabi rapper-singer Badshah and his ex-wife Isha Rikhi have been in the news lately after the duo announced their separation. Now, actress Isha Rikhi has reacted to the marriage rumours through an Instagram Story. In her note, she urged the media and the public not to believe claims about her personal life unless they come directly from her. Her statement comes amid growing speculation that she could be part of Bigg Boss 20.
Former West Indies: Former West Indies captain Brian Lara has become the latest ex-international skipper to join the chorus voicing support for the imprisoned former Pakistan captain Imran Khan and his treatment. Lara took to social media to voice his support for Imran, calling for proper, independent medical care and dignity every human deserves as he stood with former international captains who have raised the issue of Imran's health in prison. Imran Khan and I only crossed paths on the field a handful of times, but the respect I have for him was instant and lasting, Lara wrote in his Instagram post. I am struggling to understand how someone who was once a beacon of hope, pride and inspiration for his country, at the height of his sporting career, could now find himself in a situation where he is not being cared for and treated with the compassion and dignity he deserves. I stand with my fellow former captains in asking that he receive proper, independent medical care and the dignity every human being deserves. This isn't politics. It's basic humanity for a legend of our game, he added. Lara's statements came days after the likes of Greg Chappell, Pat Cummins, Javed Miandad, Moin Khan and Kapil Dev voiced their concerns over Imran's health and treatment. Earlier, 21 former international captains had signed a petition demanding dignified treatment and proper court-directed medical care for the jailed 1992 World Cup-winning captain. The petition was signed by 21 former international captains, including Sir Alastair Cook, Michael Atherton, Steve Waugh, Adam Gilchrist, and Nasser Hussain, and expressed grave concern over Khan's health, particularly reports regarding significant vision loss in his right eye, after he spent over three years in custody. Imran Khan is 73 years old and has now spent more than three years in custody. Whatever the legal and political arguments surrounding his case, the basic decency of ensuring a court-ordered medical process is actually completed is not, in our view, a controversial request, the letter stated. The petition was signed by 21 former international captains, including Sir Alastair Cook, Michael Atherton, Steve Waugh, Adam Gilchrist, and Nasser Hussain, and expressed grave concern over Khan's health, particularly reports regarding significant vision loss in his right eye, after he spent over three years in custody. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories The petitioners described themselves as 'former colleagues and rivals who share a bond forged on the cricket field' that 'transcends the borders and disputes that too often divide countries'. Article Source: IANS
Nuakhai 2026: Auspicious Lagna Fixed for September 15 in Sambalpur
The auspicious timing (lagna dharya) for western Odishas grand agrarian festival Nuakhai has been officially fixed for September 15, Tuesday. According to tradition, the sacred ritual of offering the new harvest (nabanna) to presiding deity Maa Samaleswari will take place between 9:40 am and 9:54 am. Following the temple rituals, households across western Odisha will [] The post Nuakhai 2026: Auspicious Lagna Fixed for September 15 in Sambalpur appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Bipasha Basu stuns in new magazine cover shoot, fans hail her as
Bipasha Basu is winning the internet once again with her latest fashion appearance. The actor features on the September 2026 digital cover of Elle India, with pictures from the magazine shoot shared on Instagram on September 5. Dressed in striking couture-inspired looks and styled with vintage accessories, Bipasha has received widespread praise from fans and [] The post Bipasha Basu stuns in new magazine cover shoot, fans hail her as OG fashion queen appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Vishal Chaturvedi begins work on sequel of Hanuman Ansh
Vishal Chaturvedi, writer-director of the spiritual film Hanuman Ansh, which has grossed over Rs 70 crore at the box office, has started work on its sequel.After a slow start, Hanuman Ansh, released on July 31st, picked up a good pace at the box office due to positive response. Its ending also hinted that the story of Neem Karoli Baba would continue, leaving room for another chapter. Chaturvedi, while speaking to an audience at a multiplex in Agra, revealed that preparations for the films second part have already begun. He said the sequel will depict important chapters in Babas life, beginning in his birthplace, Firozabad. The story will then move to Agra, Mathura, and other locations.During this, actor Shobinov Satya, who played the role of Baba in the film, was also present. Its worth noting that when Hanuman Ansh was announced on February 20, 2026, it was presented as a three-film series. The film series is inspired by Chaturvedis book Divine Detour.
Actor Harshvardhan Rane marked Teachers Day 2026 by acknowledging three people who have played an important role in his journey in the film industry. The actor shared a collage featuring pictures with John Abraham, filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma, and actor-acting coach Saurabh Sachdeva, describing them as his teachers and Godfathers. Sharing the post on social media, Harshvardhan wrote, To my teachers, my Godfathers. #HappyTeachersDay / - The post brought together three individuals connected to different stages of Harshvardhans career, from his early acting training to opportunities that helped him establish himself in Indian cinema. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Harshvardhan Rane (@harshvardhanrane) Harshvardhan Ranes association with John Abraham Harshvardhan has shared a longstanding professional and personal bond with John Abraham. Their association spans more than two decades, with Abraham also backing Harshvardhan as a producer for the 2022 romantic drama Tara Vs Bilal. Over the years, Harshvardhan has spoken about Johns role in supporting his aspirations as an actor. Saurabh Sachdeva was Harshvardhans acting coach Before entering mainstream cinema, Harshvardhan trained under Saurabh Sachdeva during Sachdevas stint as a senior acting coach at the Barry John Acting Studio in Mumbai. Their association eventually extended beyond the classroom. Harshvardhan and Sachdeva later worked together as actors in Bejoy Nambiars 2020 revenge drama Taish. Sachdeva played Sukhi in the film, while Harshvardhan essayed Pali. Ram Gopal Varma gave Harshvardhan early career opportunities Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma also holds a significant place in Harshvardhans early film career. One of his notable opportunities came with Varmas bilingual mystery thriller Anaamika, a remake of the Hindi film Kahaani. Harshvardhan played Ajay, the missing husband whose disappearance forms a central part of the story, opposite Nayanthara. Varma subsequently cast Harshvardhan as the romantic lead in 365 Days, a Telugu drama that explored the emotional complications and rapid deterioration of a modern marriage. Harshvardhan is also associated with Varmas latest project, Police Company, a crime thriller in which the actor has been cast in a lead role inspired by real-life Mumbai encounter specialist Daya Nayak. Also Read:Harshvardhan Rane on working with Ram Gopal Varma: If you love geniuses, you wont consider Sir a taskmaster
Agra Schools Closed Today: DM Issues Urgent Order Amid Heavy Rain Red Alert
Agra schools are closed today, September 5, 2026, following a DM order due to a heavy rain red alert. Parents should check official school updates for exam postponements and transport changes during this weather disruption.
Tata Sons chairman race narrows to three
The search for N Chandrasekaran's successor as Tata Sons Chairman has reportedly narrowed to Tata Steel CEO T V Narendran, Tata Sons Executive Director Saurabh Agrawal, and NSE MD and CEO Ashish Chauhan, with Chauhan emerging as a potential 'dark horse' candidate.
Did Lisa Copy Ayra Starr? Blackpink Stars Artwork In 'Sawadika' Ignites Online Fury
Lisas SaWaDiKa rollout has been hit by a fresh creative-credit storm after a London-based Syrian artist, Zeina, publicly called out the striking golden coined headphone accessory worn by the BLACKPINK star. In a scathing Instagram post, Zeina claimed the headphone design was originally her creative vision and accused the creatives behind Lisas music video of making what she described as an exact replica without proper credit. The accusation quickly sparked fierce online debate, with fans and critics weighing in over the alleged similarity and the question of whether Zeinas work received the recognition she says it deserved.
Karan Johar reviews Mirzapur: The Movie: Solid, kadak, masaledar ride
Karan Johar has shared his reaction to Mirzapur: The Movie, praising the film after its theatrical release. The filmmaker and Dharma Productions head took to Instagram Stories to share the films trailer along with a positive review, particularly highlighting the returning characters and the new additions to the franchise. Johar wrote, Mirzapur is a solid, Kadak, masaledar ride! I love the series and I thoroughly enjoyed the film!!!! All the epic characters shine and make way for the new ones with aplomb! Even if you havent seen the series you will love the film!!! His comments come as Mirzapur: The Movie brings the popular streaming franchise to cinemas for the first time. The film continues the story of the Mirzapur universe while expanding its cast with several new characters. Jitendra Kumar takes over as Bablu Pandit The film features Ali Fazal, Pankaj Tripathi and Divyenndu, with Jitendra Kumar joining the franchise as Bablu Pandit. The character was previously played by Vikrant Massey in the first season of the series. Ravi Kishan is also introduced as a new addition to the cast, while Abhishek Banerjee, Rasika Dugal, Sheeba Chadha, Rajesh Tailang, Shriya Pilgaonkar, Harshita Shekhar Gaur and Shweta Tripathi return to their respective roles from the series. Mirzapur: The Movie heads to theatres Presented by Amazon MGM Studios and Excel Entertainment, Mirzapur: The Movie is directed by Gurmeet Singh and written by Puneet Krishna. Ritesh Sidhwani and Farhan Akhtar have produced the film under the Excel Entertainment banner, with Kassim Jagmagia and Vishal Ramchandani serving as co-producers. The film marks the theatrical continuation of a franchise that began as a streaming series and developed a substantial following over its three seasons. Karan Johars reaction adds to the public response surrounding the film following its release in cinemas on September 4. Also Read:Vikrant Massey extends support to Mirzapur: The Movie after theatrical release, urges fans to go and watch
Tata Sons succession race narrows to Narendran, Agrawal
While Narendran has emerged as the frontrunner among internal candidates, Agrawal is also in the reckoning with his investment-banking and capital-allocation experience
Lily Collins Celebrates 5th Wedding Anniversary with Husband Charlie McDowell
Lily Collins marked five years of marriage with Charlie McDowell, sharing heartfelt photos and a message on Instagram.
Tata Sons has narrowed its search for N Chandrasekarans successor to three names: Tata Steel CEO T V Narendran, Tata Sons Group CFO Saurabh Agrawal, and NSE CEO Ashish Chauhan.
Glen Powell confirms Michelle Randolph romance is 'very serious'
Glen Powell has opened up about his relationship with actress Michelle Randolph, calling their romance very serious while speaking to fans in New York. The couple went Instagram official in July after months of dating rumours
Priyanka Chopra Jonas celebrated emerging fashion talent following the 2026 LVMH Prize ceremony in Paris. The actor, who presented the Karl Lagerfeld Prize at the event, shared a note on social media reflecting on the importance of giving young designers a platform to develop their work. Sharing pictures from the event, Priyanka wrote, Theres something really special about watching young designers bring their ideas to life and seeing those ideas find a bigger stage. She went on to highlight the role of the LVMH Prize in supporting new talent, adding, The @lvmhprize has been doing this for years, giving new talent the opportunity, support and recognition to take their work further. Priyanka concluded her post by congratulating this years winners, writing, So happy to celebrate this years winners. Priyanka Chopra Jonas look for the LVMH Prize For the Paris event, Priyanka opted for a striking black ensemble featuring a sleeveless, pleated silhouette. The outfit was detailed with contrasting black-and-white floral elements and long fabric panels around the skirt, giving the otherwise minimal look a sculptural finish. She paired it with a sheer black drape, black footwear and a structured black handbag. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Priyanka (@priyankachopra) Priyanka Chopra Jonas presents the Karl Lagerfeld Prize The LVMH Prize ceremony took place at the Fondation Louis Vuitton in Paris on September 4. Priyanka presented the Karl Lagerfeld Prize, while Jennifer Lawrence presented the main LVMH Prize and Urassaya Yaya Sperbund presented the Savoir-Faire Prize. Belgian designer Julie Kegels won the 2026 LVMH Prize, while Zane Li of Lii received the Karl Lagerfeld Prize. Anil Padia of Yoshita 1967 won the Savoir-Faire Prize. The 2026 edition featured nine finalists from countries including Belgium, the United States, France, Georgia, China, Sweden, the United Kingdom, Spain and Kenya. The LVMH Prize winner receives a 400,000 grant and a year of tailored mentorship, while the Karl Lagerfeld Prize and Savoir-Faire Prize each come with a 200,000 grant and mentorship. Priyankas post comes after an evening that brought together established names from entertainment and fashion while keeping the spotlight on the next generation of designers. Also Read:Priyanka Chopra Jonas to present Karl Lagerfeld Prize at LVMH Prize Ceremony in Paris
Anaya Bangar stuns one million Instagram followers in red swimsuit
One fan called her, absolutely gorgeous, while another commented: Red is truly your colour
Teachers Day 2026, observed on September 5 in honour of Dr Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan's birth anniversary, has prompted a fresh set of wishes, quotes and messages for teachers across the country. This roundup includes short WhatsApp wishes, Instagram and Facebook captions, heartfelt notes, Hindi and English quotes, and messages tailored for school teachers, college professors and one's favourite teacher in particular.
TN Cops Seek Transfer Of Suitcase, Body Parts In Guduvanchery Murder Case From Agra
The victim, identified as Nisha, a woman from north India working at a private company in Tambaram and living in a rented house in Guduvanchery, was allegedly murdered on August 3.
Dominika Patalas-Kalra, a Polish woman who has lived and travelled in India for 10 years, has challenged social media stereotypes about the country. In an Instagram video, she praised Indias transport, highways, metro systems, hotels, landscapes, stadiums and festivals, while arguing that negative images often attract more attention online. Her post has crossed 9 lakh views and drawn strong reactions.
Is Rohit Saraf dating The Revolutionaries co-star Pratibha Ranta? Here's how he responds
Rohit Saraf and Pratibha Ranta have been at the centre of dating rumours for some time. With their upcoming series The Revolutionaries nearing its release, Rohit recently shared a series of adorable pictures with his co-star on Instagram, which fuelled their dating speculation. Now, the Mismatched actor has finally responded to the dating rumours after an Instagram user directly asked him if the two were dating. Read on to know what he said.
MacRumors Giveaway: Win an iPad Air and Revamped Rock Paper Pencil Kit From Astropad
For this week's giveaway, we've once again teamed up with Astropad to offer MacRumors readers a chance to win an M4 iPad Air , an Apple Pencil Pro, and an Astropad Rock Paper Pencil kit to use with it. The $49.99 Rock Paper Pencil is a screen protector and Apple Pencil tip combo that makes writing on your iPad feel like writing on a piece of paper instead of a slippery glass display. It's a more comfortable and natural writing and drawing experience. A non-adhesive paper-textured screen protector attaches to the iPad's display, with a custom tip added to the Apple Pencil. The paper-like feel of the screen comes from a microscopic texture that adds friction to improve control. Astropad this week launched the fourth iteration of Rock Paper Pencil, and it now comes with tips that have a different feel. There's a new graphite tip that's meant to feel like writing with a 2B pencil, which Astropad says is ideal for sketching and shading. It even sounds like writing with a pencil on paper when you use it. There's also a ballpoint tip that feels like using with a smooth gel pen. It's ideal for writing and linework. Two of each kind of tip are included in the kit. When you want to use your iPad for watching videos or playing games, you can take off the screen protector and store it away in a protective sleeve. It attaches to the iPad with Astropad's NanoCling technology, so there's no adhesive to deal with. For those who dislike the unnatural feel of writing or drawing on a glass surface with a plastic Apple Pencil tip, Rock Paper Pencil is worth checking out. Rock Paper Pencil is compatible with all of Apple's M2 , M3, M4, and M5 iPads, as well as many older iPads. We have a Rock Paper Pencil kit, an M4 iPad Air, and an Apple Pencil Pro for one lucky MacRumors reader. To enter to win, use the widget below and enter an email address. Email addresses will be used solely for contact purposes to reach the winner(s) and send the prize(s). You can earn additional entries by subscribing to our weekly newsletter , subscribing to our YouTube channel , following us on Twitter , following us on Instagram , following us on Threads , or visiting the MacRumors Facebook page . Due to the complexities of international laws regarding giveaways, only U.S. residents who are 18 years or older, UK residents who are 18 years or older, and Canadian residents who have reached the age of majority in their province or territory are eligible to enter . All federal, state, provincial, and/or local taxes, fees, and surcharges are the sole responsibility of the prize winner. To offer feedback or get more information on the giveaway restrictions, please refer to our Site Feedback section , as that is where discussion of the rules will be redirected. Astropad Giveaway The contest will run from today (September 4) at 9:00 a.m. Pacific Time through 9:00 a.m. Pacific Time on September 11. The winner will be chosen randomly on or shortly after September 11 and will be contacted by email. The winner will have 48 hours to respond and provide a shipping address before a new winner is chosen. Related Roundup: iPad Air Tags: Astropad , Giveaway Buyer's Guide: iPad Air (Buy Now) Related Forum: iPad This article, MacRumors Giveaway: Win an iPad Air and Revamped Rock Paper Pencil Kit From Astropad first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
An Instagram user shared how her father travelled 14 hours to surprise her after she told him she missed him. He spent eight hours with her before making the return journey, while also handling work calls. During the visit, he helped with household chores, took her out and brought her favourite food. The emotional post prompted viewers to share their own stories.
Kajol can own any silhouette: Here are 5 power-dressing looks that prove it
Kajol has been experimenting with her fashion choices, moving between structured tailoring, flowing silhouettes and layered ensembles that bring a distinctive personality to power dressing. Her recent style outings showcase how classic wardrobe staples can be reworked through interesting proportions, unexpected combinations and statement accessories. From sharply cinched blazers to monochrome layers, here are five looks that highlight Kajols evolving approach to power dressing. 1. The Classic White Power Suit View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kajol Devgan (@kajol) Kajol gives the classic white power suit a polished update with a sharply structured blazer that defines her waist. The fitted silhouette creates a sculpted shape, while the clean-cut trousers maintain the formal appeal of the ensemble. The combination keeps the outfit sophisticated without appearing overly elaborate, allowing the tailoring to remain the focus. 2. A Festive Take On Power Dressing View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kajol Devgan (@kajol) Kajol brings together deep green and rich red tones for an ensemble that carries a festive appeal while retaining the structure associated with power dressing. The fitted blazer paired with a long skirt creates an elongated vertical silhouette, giving the outfit a striking finish. The combination of colour, tailoring and feminine proportions gives the look a distinctive edge. 3. Where Grace Meets Structure View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kajol Devgan (@kajol) An ivory ensemble sees Kajol move away from sharply defined tailoring and embrace softer layers. Flowing details and an elongated silhouette introduce movement, while the feminine construction keeps the look elegant. A statement necklace adds contrast to the monochrome palette and becomes a focal point without overpowering the outfit. 4. Monochrome With A Playful Edge View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kajol Devgan (@kajol) Kajol continues her experimentation with tonal dressing in a layered look featuring a trench-coat-inspired silhouette over a tailored vest and trouser co-ord. The monochrome palette keeps the ensemble refined, while the neckline introduces a playful element. The look demonstrates how layering can add personality to otherwise classic tailoring. 5. The Boss-Lady Look With A Twist View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kajol Devgan (@kajol) For her final look, Kajol embraces an all-black ensemble that puts a fresh spin on conventional power dressing. Embellished studs on the blazer and statement accessories add a playful dimension, while the skirt replaces the expected tailored trousers. The unexpected pairing gives the outfit a more distinctive silhouette while retaining its commanding appeal. Kajols recent fashion choices highlight her willingness to experiment with traditional elements of power dressing rather than sticking to a single formula. Whether through structured suits, flowing layers, monochrome styling or unexpected separates, the actor continues to explore silhouettes that balance sophistication with individuality. Also Read: Kajol says Gen Z is rediscovering 90s films, wants more passionate romance like K3G and Kuch Kuch Hota Hai: There is a whole revival
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Womens Asia Cup: Mandhana Reveals Pre-match Chat With Rodrigues Before Hitting Record Century
Dubai International Cricket Stadium: India vice-captain Smriti Mandhana revealed details of a light-hearted pre-match conversation with injured teammate Jemimah Rodrigues that helped ease her nerves before she smashed a record-breaking century against Hong Kong in the 2026 Womens Asia Cup. At the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Smriti struck a brilliant 124 off 64 balls to power India to a massive 137-run victory over Hong Kong China, which also sealed their spot in the semi-finals. The innings made Smriti the leading century-maker in womens international cricket with 18 hundreds and go past Meg Lanning, while also surpassing Mithali Raj as the all-time leading run-scorer in the women's game. Speaking in a video published by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on their social media accounts on Friday, Smriti was shown a supportive message posted by Jemimah on Instagram after she hit her epic century. Oh Jemi! We miss Jemi for sure, unfortunate for her to pick up that injury. I remember I was on a video call yesterday and she actually wished me all the best. She was like, This is going to be an extremely tough match. Knowing me and my batting, she was like, I know it's going to be an extremely tough match, let's see how much runs you get, recalled Smriti. The off-field camaraderie between Smriti and Jemimah, affectionately dubbed the Wrong Sisters by fans, has picked a mainstream cult despite the latter missing the ongoing continental event due to a hamstring injury picked while playing The Hundred in England. She was like, This is going to be an extremely tough match. Knowing me and my batting, she was like, I know it's going to be an extremely tough match, let's see how much runs you get, recalled Smriti. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Following her Player of the Match-winning performance, Smriti and India, the seven-time winners, will turn their attention to their final Group A against arch-rivals Pakistan on Saturday. Article Source: IANS
Bengaluru cops aid Bangladeshi woman, newborn before deportation
Bengaluru: The Bengaluru police ensured the safe delivery of a pregnant Bangladeshi woman detained during Operation Mukta and cared for her newborn daughter until the deportation process was completed. The 22-year-old woman, Khatoon, wife of Rabibul Badsha, was detained on July 17 on suspicion of staying illegally within the limits of Parappana Agrahara police station. 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 .
Bengaluru jail inmates attack warder, attempt to kill him
Bengaluru: A prison warder was allegedly assaulted and subjected to an attempted murder at Parappana Agrahara Central Prison by five accused in the murder case of Bajrang Dal worker Suhas Shetty. The incident occurred in the convict section of the prison on September 2 but came to light later. The accused Mohammed Muzammil, Abdul 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 .
Salman Khan jokes about sending Tukaram Mundhe to friends Bandra cafe over hygiene: Its done sis
Salman Khan has found a humorous way to remind his friend to keep her newly opened Bandra cafe up to the mark. The actor shared a video of The Tuck Shop at Savios on his Instagram Story and paired his coffee refill request with a cheeky warning about prices, quality and hygiene. Sharing the cafe owners video, Salman wrote, Refill my coffee ya please. Price mat badhana, quality maintain karna. Hygiene maintained or I will send HIM and it's done sis. While Salman did not name the person he was referring to, the reference to HIM appears to point towards Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe. The actors message comes amid increased attention around Mundhes food safety inspections across the state. Why Tukaram Mundhe was mentioned Mundhe has been leading the Maharashtra FDA since May 2026 and has overseen a significant enforcement drive targeting food establishments. Between May 25 and July 31, the FDA inspected 3,137 establishments and suspended the licences of 165 establishments, according to figures shared by the department. The inspections have covered restaurants, hotels, eateries and other food establishments, with authorities acting against violations involving food safety and hygiene. Salmans post also appeared to play on his familiar Its done, bro catchphrase, signing off instead with its done sis. The actors Instagram Story has since drawn attention online, with the unexpected reference to the FDA commissioner adding another layer to what was otherwise a simple request for a coffee refill. Also Read:Ali Fazal gets his Salman Khan moment in Mirzapur: The Movie; Guddu Pandit goes shirtless, massy and full-on
Kriti Kharbandas cryptic Instagram stories leave fans curious: Somethings cooking
Kriti Kharbanda has caught the attention of her fans with a series of cryptic Instagram Stories, hinting that something new could be on the way. The actress began by sharing a close-up selfie before posting a picture of a drink being poured into a glass, placed alongside a red notebook. The post featured the text, Somethings cooking, good looking, prompting speculation about what she might be planning. Kriti then added another layer to the mystery with a picture of a handmade-style note that read, Im work in progress. The vague updates have left fans curious about whether the actress is teasing an upcoming project or sharing a more personal development. Kriti has not yet disclosed what exactly is cooking. However, the sequence of her Instagram Stories suggests that she may have something to announce in the near future. It could be related to her professional work, a new project, or something personal. For now, the actress has kept the details under wraps, leaving fans to speculate about the meaning behind her posts. With no official announcement yet, fans will have to wait for Kriti to reveal what she has been hinting at. Also Read : Raksha Bandhan 2026: From Sanjay Dutt to Genelia Deshmukh, Bollywood celebs share heartfelt moments with siblings
Neetu Kapoor remembered her late husband and former Bollywood star Rishi Kapoor on his birth anniversary with a heartfelt social media tribute. The veteran actress took to Instagram Stories to share a photograph of herself with Rishi Kapoor from his final days abroad, remembering the actor on the occasion of his birthday. Along with sharing the personal photograph, Neetu Kapoor also reposted several messages shared by friends, family friends and loved ones in memory of Rishi Kapoor. The tributes reflected the affection and memories that those close to the actor continue to cherish. One of the posts featured an old photograph of Rishi Kapoor from the late 1970s and carried a heartfelt birthday message that read, Gone too soon; memories live on... miss you my friend .. happy happy birthday Chintu. Another tribute came with a photograph featuring Rishi Kapoor, Neetu Kapoor and their friend Raj Bansal. The picture appears to have been taken in the early 1980s. The accompanying message read, Missing my dearest friend Chintu on his Birth anniversary. Neetu Kapoor also reposted a birthday tribute shared by her daughter Riddhima Kapoor Sahni. Riddhima posted a monochrome photograph of herself with her parents and remembered her father with an emotional message. She wrote, Happy Birthday Papa The stars will shine a little brighter today for you I miss you every day Rishi Kapoor, one of Hindi cinemas most recognisable actors, passed away in April 2020 at the age of 67 after a battle with cancer. His career spanned several decades, beginning as a child artist before he established himself as a leading actor with films including Bobby, Khel Khel Mein, Karz and Prem Rog. He later transitioned into character-driven roles across films such as Agneepath, Kapoor & Sons and 102 Not Out. Meanwhile, Neetu Kapoor and Rishi Kapoor got married in 1980 after falling in love while working together in several films. The couple went on to build a family together and welcomed two children, daughter Riddhima Kapoor Sahni and son Ranbir Kapoor. Their relationship remained one of Bollywoods best-known marriages, with the two actors often sharing glimpses of their life together over the years. Even after Rishi Kapoors demise in 2020, Neetu Kapoor and their children have continued to remember him through heartfelt tributes and cherished memories. Also Read: 46 years of Karz: Subhash Ghai reflects on the films enduring legacy, says, A film becomes a classic when it continues to live in the hearts of audiences
Russell Howard sets up foundation in memory of son Felix who died shortly after birth this year
Highlights: Russell Howard has revealed that his son Felix died shortly after birth earlier this year, in a statement shared on Instagram. Howard and his wife, NHS doctor Cerys Morgan, had not publicly announced the pregnancy beforehand. The couple are setting up The Felix Foundation, to support families affected by miscarriage, premature birth, stillbirth and neonatal death. Howard has since announced a charity gala at The O2 on 8 February 2027, featuring Michael McIntyre, Jimmy Carr, Greg Davies and other major comedians performing for free. Russell Howard has shared that his son Felix died shortly after being born earlier this year, in a statement posted directly to his Instagram. He and his wife, Cerys Morgan, an NHS doctor, had kept the pregnancy private before Felix's birth. What did Russell Howard actually say? Howard wrote that his family had changed forever when Felix died shortly after birth, and thanked hospital staff for the care shown to him and his wife during what he described as the most devastating time of their lives. He said Felix was placed in a cool cot, which allowed the couple time with their son, time he described as among the most precious memories they now have of him. He also paid tribute to the family's bereavement midwife, named Lauren, who had experienced the loss of her own baby before retraining as a midwife specifically to support other families going through the same thing. Howard said her care meant more to them than words could express. What is The Felix Foundation? In his statement, Howard said he and Morgan had made a promise to each other to help other families facing the same circumstances. The Felix Foundation, named after their son, will aim to support parents, siblings and other close family members affected by miscarriage, premature birth, stillbirth or neonatal death, including funding specialist bereavement training of the kind Lauren herself had undertaken. Howard said Felix's name would come to stand for kindness and compassion, and that the couple hoped his legacy could help other families through similarly difficult moments.
Karishma Tanna And Varun Bangera Reveal Son's Name As He Turns 1-Month-Old, Share Its Meaning
The couple introduced their son to the world and revealed his name in a joint Instagram post
Karishma Tanna And Varun Bangera Reveal Their Newborn Son's Name
The couple introduced their son to the world and revealed his name in a joint Instagram post
No toll fee for locals at Jewar toll plaza from September 17, here's how to avail benefits
Good news for people living in villages affected by, and located around, the Yamuna Expressway in the Jewar region. Eligible residents will soon be allowed to travel through the Jewar toll plaza without paying any toll. According to available information, toll-free travel will be allowed from September 17, 2026. This has been a longstanding demand of locals, and it has now been fulfilled. As a result, eligible locals will be relieved of toll expenses while commuting between Jewar, Greater Noida, and Agra.
Sushmita Sen wishes daughter Renee Sen on birthday with heartfelt note: My first love
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Janmashtami 2026 special: 5 Celebrity ethnic looks to take style inspiration from!
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Balaji Telefilms Ltd., led creatively by Ektaa R Kapoor, has entered into a strategic partnership with YouTube to launch five original shows comprising 200 episodes. The collaboration will bring premium, digital-first content to audiences globally, with the shows being produced in 4K and designed for viewers consuming entertainment across digital platforms and connected television. Under the partnership, Ektaa R Kapoor will lead the creative vision and retain ownership of the intellectual property, while YouTube will provide global distribution and monetization opportunities through advertising and brand partnerships. The slate will include a mix of returning titles and new stories. Among the projects announced are Haq Se Season 2, Phir Pyar Ki Yeh Kahani Suno and Kehne Ko Humsafar Hai Season 4, along with other projects that are currently under development. The partnership comes at a time when YouTube has increasingly emerged as a platform for long-form and premium entertainment, particularly through connected TV. According to the announcement, YouTube reached more than 75 million people aged 18 and above in India on connected TV in April 2025. It also cited Comscore data from May 2025, which stated that YouTube had the highest reach across connected TV screens in India among media platforms. View this post on Instagram A post shared by EktaaRkapoor (@ektarkapoor) Commenting on the collaboration, Ektaa R Kapoor, Joint MD, Balaji Telefilms Ltd., said, Every story begins with a feeling, one that has the power to touch hearts, spark memories, and bring people together. For me, storytelling has always been about creating emotional connections that stay with audiences long after the screen goes dark. As more and more viewers turn to YouTube to discover and engage with content, it presents an exciting opportunity to connect with audiences in the most innovative ways. Through this partnership with YouTube India, we're opening a new chapter to share stories that entertain, inspire, and truly move people across the globe. Gunjan Soni, Managing Director - India, YouTube, said, The future of TV has to be designed around a digital-first audience that wants the best of both worlds: high-quality shows on the biggest screen in the home, with the flexibility of on-demand. With Ekta Kapoor and her extraordinary instinct for human emotion and creative storytelling, were making that future possible today on YouTube. Im excited about this partnership and how YouTube continues to unlock distribution and monetization pathways for innovative storytellers to connect with audiences on their own terms. The upcoming shows are expected to roll out during the festive season. Viewers can also follow the @TheIndianKDrramas channel for trailers, behind-the-scenes content and premiere updates related to the slate. Also Read: Ektaa R Kapoor teases new collaboration with cryptic post; says Tomorrow, something exciting is about to begin
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Monkey Man choreographer Brahim Chab shares BTS videos with Taapsee Pannu from Gandhari; watch
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When privilege echoed, defending a hike in electricity tariffs suggesting that citizens simply eat less mutton to balance their household budgets, the reaction was swift, visceral, and laced with dark familiarity. On the surface, the remark was a clumsy attempt at household fiscal arithmetic, an administrative calculation measuring dietary expenditure against utility bills. Beneath it lay a timeless socio-political phenomenon of the profound, structural alienation of an entrenched privileged class from the everyday reality of the people. This argument is not an isolated slip of a privileged tongue. It is an artefact of an elite posture where privilege masquerades as prudence; structural failures are offloaded onto private morality, and the working masses are treated not as citizens with collective rights, but as undisciplined subjects in need of austerity. To understand why such remarks ignite deep resentment, one must look past the immediate arithmetic of wattage, smartphone data, and mutton kilos, and probe into the intersection of privileged paternalism, the anthropological construction of class hierarchy, and the historical memory of governance across societies. In his landmark critique of statecraft, Seeing Like a State anthropologist James C. Scott observed that modern administrative apparatuses simplify complex, lived human realities into legible, quantifiable metrics such as kilowatt-hours, revenue collection efficiencies, and per-capita caloric counts. To the technocrat sitting in an insulated, climate-controlled space with a guaranteed state pension and subsidized amenities, a rise in utility tariffs is merely a rational pricing correction. When the lived reality of the populace resists this abstraction; when artisans, daily wagers, farmers, and small shopkeepers express anguish over rising living costs in a harsh Himalayan climate, the technocratic mind experiences cognitive dissonance. Instead of re-evaluating structural inefficiencies, transmission losses, corporate resource extraction, or historical fiscal inequities, the elite mind seeks a behavioural defect in the governed. The argument that people spend heavily on meat or frivolous digital connectivity and can therefore afford higher power tariffs operates through distinct ideological manoeuvres. First, it individualizes structural burdens by converting systemic infrastructure failures into personal household faults, scrutinizing the citizens plate and private leisure to absolve the grid. Second, it strips basic nourishment and modern communication of their anthropological, communal, and social meaning, reducing them to discretionary luxuries that can simply be dialled down. Third, it establishes a moral hierarchy of deservingness, telling the working and middle classes that their consumption is illegitimate until they have paid whatever tribute the administrative apparatus demands. Sociologist Pierre Bourdieu termed this the exertion of symbolic violence, a process wherein the dominant class uses its institutional authority to make arbitrary social hierarchies appear natural, moral, and rational. The Kashmiri reaction to such paternalism cannot be separated from historical memory. For centuries, the socio-economic landscape of the valley was characterized by an extractive ruling apparatus structurally alienated from the indigenous peasantry and working classes. During the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, Kashmir was subjected to an oppressive fiscal regime where state officials levied heavy imposts on virtually every aspect of peasant existence, from hearths and sheep to orchards and watercraft. The administrative bureaucracy viewed the cultivator not as a citizen, but as an inherently deceptive, indolent labourer whose surplus had to be extracted by administrative force. A defining feature of this era was the pervasive narrative that the common people were content with poverty or deceitful with their wealth. When peasants hid grain to survive freezing winters, administrators framed it as moral corruption rather than basic survival. Jammu and Kashmir is a geography defined by severe sub-zero winters where heating and electricity are not luxury consumables; rather they are basic survival infrastructure. In a region that generates substantial hydroelectric power while local residents face seasonal load-shedding and escalating tariffs, lecturing citizens on cutting dietary protein or basic digital connectivity to pay for power revives the ghost of historical extraction. It transforms the modern citizen-state compact into a neo-feudal relationship where the state claims sovereign rights over basic resources while disavowing its obligation to provide affordable, dependable life-support systems.The invocation of meat consumption and lifestyle habits as an excuse for administrative pricing is far from unique to South Asia. Throughout history, privileged elites confronted with popular unrest over structural deprivation have consistently weaponized food and personal habits to deflect political accountability. The apocryphal phrase attributed to Marie Antoinette to let the people eat brioche endures precisely because it captures the cognitive wall separating the aristocracy from the starving peasantry. The French court could not comprehend that bread scarcity was not a logistical inconvenience or a failure of consumer preference, but a catastrophic breakdown of the agrarian order. In nineteenth-century Britain, the implementation of the New Poor Laws was heavily influenced by Malthusian ideology and utilitarian thinkers. Wealthy parliamentarians and clergymen routinely argued that poverty was the result of improvidence, drunkenness, and the working class's refusal to subsist on coarse gruel. The poor were lectured on thrift and moral fortitude while working gruelling fourteen-hour days in coal mines and textile mills. As historian E.P. Thompson demonstrated in his analysis of the working class, popular resistance was rooted in a defence of the moral economy and the shared belief that basic necessities must be governed by ethical community norms rather than pure market extraction. In contemporary economic discourse, this dynamic reappears in the trope claiming that younger generations and working-class families cannot afford homeownership because they purchase luxury coffee, expensive toast, or digital subscriptions. The structural reality that skyrocketing real estate speculation, wage stagnation, and the erosion of public infrastructure is completely erased. In its place, a systemic crisis is reduced to a private lifestyle flaw. Why do privileged individuals who have spent decades in public roles develop such profound detachment from the public they serve? The answer lies in the institutional sociology of elite governance. Privilege operates within an insulated ecosystem characterized first by subsidised living. Senior social figures rarely encounter unbuffered market forces. Housing, electricity, domestic staff, transportation, and healthcare are heavily underwritten. They do not experience the anxiety of a utility disconnection in the dead of winter or the quiet humiliation of budgeting between children's school fees, phone recharges, and cooking fuel. When a privileged tier tells a struggling populace to curtail its cultural, culinary, and social habits to compensate for state utilities, the damage goes far beyond economic debate. It strikes directly at the social contract. In anthropological terms, food is not mere fuel, it is the cornerstone of sociality, hospitality, and communal identity. The sharing of traditional meals across family gatherings, weddings, and seasonal festivals is woven into the very fabric of social solidarity, just as modern digital access has become a baseline utility for social life and information rather than an indulgence. To suggest that an ordinary family should cut back on its cultural sustenance and communication to compensate for an administrative deficit reveals a staggering contempt for the lived culture. A leadership that cannot see the difference between basic civic entitlements and discretionary private consumption is not leading; it is managing an estate. True governance requires more than balancing ledgers on the backs of the vulnerable. It demands empathy, structural self-critique, and an acute awareness of historical vulnerabilities. Until the privileged class sheds its paternalistic reflexes and recognizes the moral economy of the people, every arbitrary tariff hike will carry the bitter aftertaste of an unbridgeable social divide. The author is an entrepreneur managing infrastructure and agricultural ventures in Kashmir. He is also a fellow of the Ananta Aspen Global Leadership Network (AGLN)
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Womens Asia Cup: Jay Shah Congratulates Smriti Mandhana For Record-making 124 Vs Hong Kong
ICC Chairman Jay Shah: International Cricket Council (ICC) Chairman Jay Shah on Thursday congratulated Smriti Mandhana for scoring a record-breaking century and being the leading run-scorer in women's international cricket as she helped India to a massive 137-run victory against Hong Kong-China in the Women's T20 Asia Cup in Dubai. Mandhana hit a stroke-filled 124 off 64 balls and helped India post 193/5 after Hong Kong-China won the toss and elected to field first. The bowlers then ran through the opponent's batting line-up and bowled them out for 56 to secure a 137-run win. Heartiest congratulations to Smriti Mandhana on becoming the highest run-scorer (10,880*) and the leading century-maker (18) in Womens International Cricket, ICC Chairman Jay Shah wrote in his Instagram story on Thursday. Your journey is a testament to elegance, consistency and sheer hard work. You have not only rewritten the record books, but also redefined aspirations for millions of young girls and boys across India and the world, he wrote in his post. Earlier, opening the batting alongside Shafali Verma, Smriti Mandhana overcame a slow, low-paced surface in Dubai to register her second T20I century laced with 14 boundaries and seven sixes, making her the first Indian womens batter to achieve this landmark. In doing so, she surpassed former teammate Mithali Raj's international career tally of 10,868 runs, while also claiming her 18th international hundred across formats - the most centuries hit by a batter in women's international cricket and took her past Meg Lanning in the list. Smriti found her rhythm in the second over by sweeping wrist-spinner Kary Chan for the innings' first boundary, before Shafali Verma exploded in the sixth over off Marina Lamplough, hitting two sixes and two fours in a 22-run over to push India to 60/0 at the end of the powerplay. The 50-run opening stand, their 29th fifty-plus stand in T20Is, ended in the eighth over when Shafali miscued a full toss from off-spinner Ruchitha Venkatesh to fall for 28. Pratika Rawal (10) fell in the 13th over by miscuing Joyleen Kaur to point. Smriti, however, accelerated through the back end of the innings. She reached her half-century off 41 balls with a six over deep backward square leg off Iqra in the 11th over. Adapting to the lack of pace on the pitch, she relied on backfoot placement and lofted shots, with the standout being advancing down the track to hit three consecutive sixes off Ruchitha in the 18th over. The 50-run opening stand, their 29th fifty-plus stand in T20Is, ended in the eighth over when Shafali miscued a full toss from off-spinner Ruchitha Venkatesh to fall for 28. Pratika Rawal (10) fell in the 13th over by miscuing Joyleen Kaur to point. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Her milestone-laden knock ended on the penultimate ball of the innings when she was run out after a mid-pitch mix-up with Bharti Fulmali. Richa Ghosh (11) and skipper Harmanpreet Kaur (10) made brief contributions as India set Hong Kong a target of 194, though India's middle order making only 34 runs means that department is still a worrisome point. Article Source: IANS
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Every year, September arrives with a familiar calendar of awareness days. We share posters, change profile frames, attend webinars and post helpline numbers. Yet some conversations remain painfully difficult to have. Suicide is one of them. This year, the theme for World Suicide Prevention Day, observed on September 10, and Suicide Prevention Month is Changing the Narrative on Suicide, accompanied by a deceptively simple call to action: Start the Conversation. Simplebut not easy. Because in most Indian homes, we have learnt how to talk around pain, not through it. We ask our children, Did you eat? but rarely, Are you okay? We ask our spouses, What happened? but often mean, Why are you behaving like this? We tell distressed friends, Be strong, when perhaps what they need most is permission to admit, I am tired. And when someone dies by suicide, the conversation becomes even more uncomfortable. There is speculation, blame, gossip, moral judgement and, eventually, silence. Perhaps changing the narrative begins precisely therewith our willingness to replace silence with listening. The numbers tell us this is not someone else's problem. According to the latest available National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) data, India recorded 1,70,746 deaths by suicide in 2024. Numbers can sometimes make tragedy feel abstract. But pause for a moment. These are not merely 1.7 lakh entries in a statistical report. They were someone's daughter who had stopped talking at the dinner table. Someone's father who was worried about next month's rent. A student who believed one examination had decided the value of an entire life. A homemaker whose emotional labour was visible to nobody. A young professional who appeared successful on LinkedIn but felt profoundly lonely after logging out. A farmer, worker, entrepreneur, elderly parent, teenager or friend. One of the most striking findings in the 2024 data is that daily wage earners accounted for 52,910 suicide deathsaround 31% of the national total. This is particularly significant because it reminds us that suicide prevention cannot be reduced to asking people to think positively or meditate their way out of distress. Economic insecurity, precarious employment, debt, family pressures and uncertainty about tomorrow can become deeply entwined with psychological suffering. This is an important correction to one of our most persistent misconceptions: that suicide is always caused by a single mental illness or a single bad event. Human distress is rarely that simple. Suicide is complex and multi-dimensional. Psychological pain may intersect with financial stress, relationship difficulties, academic pressure, illness, loneliness, substance use, trauma, social isolation and a sudden sense of hopelessness. The question, therefore, is not merely: Why did this person do it? Perhaps a more meaningful question is: What pain did we fail to see? India's silence has its own language. We Indians are not incapable of emotional expression. We cry at films. We write poetry about heartbreak. We pray when life becomes difficult. We sit beside friends during bereavement. And yet, emotional vulnerability remains surprisingly difficult. Especially when the person suffering is expected to be strong. Men are told, often subtly, that providing is more important than feeling. Women are taught endurance and sacrifice, sometimes mistaking emotional suffering for a natural part of adulthood. Young people are told they are privileged and therefore have no right to be unhappy. Older people are often expected to quietly adjust to loneliness, illness and changing relevance. Students are told that competition is preparation for life. But what if life itself becomes unbearable in the process of preparing for it? Changing the narrative on suicide means challenging these cultural scripts. It means moving away from the language of weakness, attention-seeking and shame. When someone says, I don't want to live anymore, our instinct is often panic. We immediately try to contradict them. Don't say such things. Others have bigger problems. But pain does not disappear because we compare it with someone else's suffering. Sometimes the most therapeutic response is not an answer. It is a presence. Does talking about suicide put the idea into someone's mind? This is one of the most damaging myths surrounding suicide. People are often afraid to ask a direct question: Are you thinking about hurting yourself? They worry that mentioning suicide might somehow plant the thought. Evidence-based suicide prevention messaging rejects this myth. Sensitive, compassionate and direct conversations can help people feel seen and can facilitate access to support. The WHO's 2026 campaign explicitly calls for moving from silence and misunderstanding towards openness, empathy and support. Not every behavioural change indicates suicidal risk. But neither should persistent distress be dismissed casually. We need to become better emotional observers. Not suspicious of one anotherbut attentive. Beyond the student suicide headline In India, student suicides often make headlines after a tragedy in a coaching hub or an educational institution. We debate academic pressure for a few days, demand counselling centres and then move on. But perhaps we need to ask a more uncomfortable question. What exactly are we teaching young people about failure? A child grows up hearing that marks determine college, college determines career, career determines success and success determines respect. Where, in this equation, do we teach them that failure is survivable? That changing direction is allowed? That being unsuccessful at something is not the same as being a failure? India's young people inhabit a particularly complicated world. Their competition is no longer limited to the classroom. They compete with curated lives on Instagram, productivity gurus on YouTube, entrepreneurs on LinkedIn and now increasingly with AI systems that can seemingly write, code, design and analyse in seconds. The AI paradox: Always available, but not always able to care We are entering an era where, at 2 a.m., a person may find it easier to talk to an AI chatbot than wake up a family member. There is something understandable about this. AI does not look shocked. It does not interrupt. It does not say, You are overthinking. It is available when the world is asleep. For someone struggling with loneliness, that availability can feel deeply comforting. But this is also where we must exercise caution. AI can support mental health conversations in limited ways: encouraging reflection, providing general information, helping someone articulate feelings or directing them towards professional resources. But AI is not a substitute for a trained mental health professional, emergency support system or human relationship. A 2026 review of evidence on AI chatbots and suicide risk found potential for clinically designed systems as adjuncts, while also identifying serious limitations in commercially deployed chatbots, including inadequate crisis responses and difficulty assessing nuanced or intermediate levels of risk. An algorithm may generate empathetic language, but it does not sit beside a grieving mother, notice a tremor in someone's hands or take responsibility for physically ensuring that a person in immediate danger is not left alone. Perhaps the new challenge of suicide prevention in the AI age is this: How do we use technology to connect people to care rather than allowing technology to become a sophisticated substitute for human connection? AI should become a bridge, not a destination. Suicide prevention is not only the work of psychiatrists One of the most important shifts we need is to stop treating suicide prevention as the exclusive responsibility of mental health professionals. Yes, trained professionals are essential. But prevention begins much earlier than a clinical consultation. It begins in schools where teachers can recognise distress without labelling every struggling child as weak. It begins in workplaces where burnout is not celebrated as ambition. It begins in families where emotional expression is not treated as disrespect. It begins in newsrooms where suicide reporting follows responsible guidelines instead of sensationalising methods or romanticising deaths. It begins in communities where seeking psychological help is considered as normal as consulting a physician for persistent physical pain. India has taken important policy steps. The National Suicide Prevention Strategy, launched in 2022, aims to reduce suicide mortality by 10% by 2030 and emphasises multi-sectoral action, crisis support, awareness and interventions for vulnerable populations. Listen without judgement. Do not leave a person in immediate danger alone. Involve trusted family members or friends where appropriate, and seek urgent professional or emergency assistance. Most importantly, do not promise secrecy if someone's life may be at risk. Safety is more important than secrecy. We need a new vocabulary for pain. Perhaps Changing the Narrative on Suicide ultimately asks us to change the language we use around suffering. Because suicide prevention is not only about intervening at the edge of a crisis. It is also about creating societies in which fewer people reach that edge feeling completely alone. This September, let us not reduce suicide prevention to a social media hashtag. And in an age when artificial intelligence can converse with us endlessly, let us remember the irreplaceable value of a real human voice saying: The theme this year asks us to change the narrative. The call to action asks us to start the conversation. Perhaps that conversation begins today. Not with a lecture. Not with advice. Not with a motivational quote. Just a question asked sincerely. How are youreally? (The author is a mental health expert. Co-founder, Bharat Dialogues National President, WICCI Media Council. For Mental health related Queries call the 24x7 Toll-Free Mental Health Rehabilitation Helpline Kiran (1800-599-0019). Reach the author for counselling at: poojapriyamvada@outlook.com )
Cybersecurity: Concerns and threats
MUSKAN SALAM Imagine a young woman orders clothes from an Instagram page. The clothes never arrive. When she contacts the seller, she is asked to share a verification code. She refuses. What appears to be an ordinary online shopping experience suddenly becomes a potential cyber- fraud attempt. Her experience is hardly unusual. For India's young digital population, the internet has become a marketplace, classroom, workplace and social spacebut the ability to navigate it safely has not kept pace with its rapid expansion. As we navigate the 21st century, technology has become a cornerstone of daily life. From communication and education to shopping and banking, digital tools offer immense convenience. However, this digital boom has also brought about complex challengesthe most pressing being cybercrime. India, the second most populous nation, is facing an increasing number of cyber threats. What makes the situation more alarming is the speed of digital adoption coupled with a widespread lack of cyber awareness. Young people, in particular, are highly engaged with digital platforms but remain vulnerable. With the surge in smartphone usage, online learning, and social networking, safeguarding the digital experiences of the youth has never been more crucial. Millions of Indian youngsters are online every day, using the internet for education, entertainment, and social interaction. While digital connectivity offers opportunities, it also exposes them to multiple risks: Cyberbullying: Persistent online harassment through social media or messaging platforms. Phishing: Deceptive attempts to steal sensitive data like login credentials or banking information. Pornography: Exposure to and distribution of adult, child, revenge, or deepfake pornography. Online Defamation: Spreading false or malicious content that damages a persons reputation. A 2021 report by Child Rights and You (CRY) revealed that one in three Indian teenagers has encountered cyberbullying. Young users are vulnerable because of: 1. Increased Access to Technology. 2. Limited Parental Oversight. 3. Financial Pressures. 4. Peer Influence. These risks are not confined to statistics or distant reports; they can emerge in the most ordinary aspects of a young persons digital life. A simple online purchase, a message on social media, or an apparently routine request for verification can quickly become a potential gateway to fraud. The incident, as in the opening, appears insignificant compared with large-scale cyber frauds, but it reflects a much larger vulnerability. Young people increasingly use social- media platforms not only for communication and entertainment but also as marketplaces. Yet many remain unfamiliar with common fraud techniques, such as requests for OTPs, verification codes or other sensitive information. Such experiences highlight an important gap: cybersecurity is not merely about having laws on paper. Young people must also know how to recognise a scam, where to report it, and what assistance is actually available when something goes wrong. Digital literacy, therefore, must include cyber-safety and awareness as an essential life skill. The difficulty in combating cybercrime, however, does not end with the existence of laws. One of the greatest challenges lies in enforcing them. In conventional crimes, investigators often begin with a physical scene, witnesses, documents or other tangible evidence. Cybercrime is fundamentally different. The offender may be thousands of kilometres away, may conceal their identity behind false accounts or compromised devices, and may leave behind digital traces that are difficult to locate, preserve and interpret. The collection of evidence itself presents another challenge. Digital evidence can be deleted, altered or moved across jurisdictions within seconds. Establishing who was actually behind a particular device, account or digital transaction may therefore require specialised technical investigation. This creates an unusual situation in which the law may clearly prohibit an act, yet proving who committed it and establishing the evidentiary chain can be considerably more difficult. There is also a significant gap in technical expertise. Cybercriminals often employ sophisticated methods of hacking, encryption, spoofing and anonymisation, while the effectiveness of an investigation depends on the ability of law-enforcement personnel to understand and trace such techniques. Police officers cannot be expected to independently possess every specialised technological skill required to investigate increasingly complex cyber offences. This makes cooperation with trained forensic experts, cybersecurity professionals and specialised cybercrime units essential. The answer, therefore, is not merely to enact more laws. What is required is an equally sophisticated investigative infrastructurebetter-trained personnel, specialised cybercrime units, modern forensic capabilities, timely preservation of electronic evidence and effective cooperation between investigators and technology experts. The real test of the cybercrime framework will ultimately be whether the law can move at the same speed as the technology being used to defeat it. The growing threat of cybercrime also raises a fundamental constitutional question: how much of our private lives can remain private in an increasingly digital society? In Justice K.S. Puttaswamy (Retd.) v. Union of India (2017), the Supreme Court unanimously recognised the right to privacy as a fundamental right under Article 21 of the Constitution. The judgment gave particular significance to informational privacythe ability of individuals to exercise control over information concerning themselves. For young people, this principle has become increasingly important. Social-media profiles, photographs, private conversations, location data, passwords, financial information and even seemingly insignificant personal details can become valuable targets for cybercriminals. Once such information is misused, the consequences may extend from identity theft and financial fraud to cyberstalking, blackmail and reputational harm. Puttaswamy therefore gives cybersecurity a dimension beyond preventing economic loss. Protecting people in cyberspace is also about protecting their dignity, autonomy and personal sphere. At the same time, the State's efforts to combat cybercrime must itself respect privacy and cannot become an excuse for unchecked surveillance. The challenge is to create a digital environment in which security and privacy reinforce rather than undermine each other. What needs to change? For Individuals: Share personal data online cautiously. Use strong, regularly updated passwords. Avoid suspicious emails and links. Stay informed about cyber laws and reporting mechanisms, such as the National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal. Parents should monitor and educate their children about internet safety. Schools and colleges should run awareness programs on cybersecurity. For the Government: Frequently revise laws to address emerging threats. Establish specialised cyber courts to expedite justice. Enhance global cooperation in data protection. Launch educational initiatives focusing on cybersecurity for youth and small businesses. Just as a child is first taught to stand before being expected to walk, and taught the ABCs before being asked to read and write, digital literacy too must begin with the basics. Young people cannot be expected to navigate an increasingly complex digital world safely if they are never taught how to recognise a phishing attempt, protect their personal information, identify online fraud, or respond when they become victims of cybercrime. Cybersecurity awareness must therefore become a fundamental part of education, rather than a lesson introduced only after something goes wrong. At the same time, awareness alone cannot be the answer. A person entering the digital world without the necessary knowledge and protection is much like a warrior sent into battle without the tools needed to defend himself. Our laws must therefore move beyond merely defining and penalising cyber offences and focus equally on effective enforcement. Investigative agencies need better training, stronger cyber-forensic capabilities, specialised personnel, timely preservation of digital evidence and technological infrastructure capable of keeping pace with increasingly sophisticated offenders. The legal system must be equipped to operate at a level comparable to the technology being used against it. (The author is a student of Law, University of Kashmir)
