New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner expects tough competition from Indian stalwarts Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. The upcoming five-match ODI series will serve as crucial preparation for the 2027 ODI World Cup. Santner believes New Zealand's home conditions will test India's new-look Test squad. He also highlighted the depth of India's balanced Test bowling attack. Matches against India remain significant for World Test Championship points.
Santner warns NZ of Kohli, Rohit threat for home ODIs
New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner is preparing for a tough challenge against India's Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma in the upcoming five-match ODI series. Santner hopes the Indian stalwarts don't dominate on New Zealand pitches as they have in the past. He also discussed the importance of the series for World Cup preparations and the challenges of the two-Test series for a new-look Indian side.
Chennai Open 2026 set to begin on Tuesday at TNGF Cosmo Golf Course
Chennai, Sep 7 (IANS) The Professional Golf Tour of India (PGTI) will be staging the Chennai Open 2026 at the TNGF Cosmo Golf Course in Chennai from September 8 to 11. The Chennai Open returns for its fifth edition. carries a prize purse of INR 1 crore. The tournament is set to feature some of the top Indian professionals, including Saptak Talwar, defending champion N. Thangaraja of Sri Lanka, Veer Ahlawat, Om Prakash Chouhan, Manu Gandas, Khalin Joshi, Rashid Khan, Honey Baisoya, and Akshay Sharma, to name a few. Besides Sri Lankan N Thangaraja, the prominent foreign players in the field include Sri Lankan Mithun Perera, Bangladeshis Jamal Hossain and Badal Hossain, Thailands Tanapat Pichaikool, Japans Koichiro Ishika and Taiga Tanaka, Czech Republics Stepan Danek, Ugandas Joshua Seale, Nepals Subash Tamang, Americans Koichiro Sato and Dominic Piccirillo, and Irelands Declan Kenny. The local challenge will be led by Chennai-based professionals S. Prasanth, S. John Royan, Ilayaraja C. and C. Arul. H. Shankar, MD, CPCL, said, CPCL is delighted to be associated with the Chennai Open as Powered by Partner. As an organisation with deep roots in Chennai, we are proud to support a premier professional golf event of the DP World PGTI that brings together some of the finest talent from across the country and provides an inspiring platform for emerging golfers. We look forward to a successful and memorable Chennai Open and to continuing our support for the development of golf in the region. Amandeep Johl, CEO, DP World PGTI, said, We are delighted to return to Chennai for the Chennai Open powered by CPCL, a tournament that has become an important fixture on the DP World PGTI schedule. Chennai has a strong golfing culture, and the city has consistently provided an excellent platform for our players to showcase their skills. With the season entering an exciting phase, several new champions emerging and the Race to DP World India Championship gathering momentum, we look forward to another highly competitive week. The Pro-Am event, played on Sunday, was won by the team led by Thai professional Tanapat Pichaikool. The winning team had a net score of 53.1 and consisted of amateurs Kaushik, Vikram and Nirav Hariharan.
Intego ONE now protects your iPhone too
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Instead, the app complements Apples existing iPhone security by concentrating on areas where users can still expose themselves to risk: insecure Wi-Fi, unprotected internet connections and important iOS security settings that havent been enabled. That distinction matters. iPhones are resistant to traditional malware because of Apples tightly controlled security architecture, but they arent immune from spyware, exploits, malicious websites, compromised accounts and other privacy and security threats. The new iPhone app is available to new and existing Intego ONE Complete subscribers. Intego is also currently a Back to School promotion that cuts the price by 50% until September 30. Intego confirmed that you dont need to prove you are a student to take advantage of the offer. Get Intego ONE Complete Plan for Mac & iPhone Back To School 50% off (expires Sept 30th) What is Intego ONE? Intego ONE is the successor to Intego Internet Security X9, combining Mac antivirus protection with additional security and maintenance tools. Its currently our top recommendation in our Best Antivirus for Mac guide . It comes in three tiers: Essential: Antivirus and firewall. Advanced: Adds SmartClean. Complete: Adds Intego VPN and now includes the iPhone app. Essential and Advanced remain Mac-only packages. Weve already reviewed Intego ONE Complete on the Mac, where its malware detection, scanning performance and firewall controls particularly impressed us. In our testing, it handled more than 130 malware samples extremely well and scanned more than two million files in around eight minutes. Those Mac security features remain the main reason to consider Intego ONE. The new iPhone app broadens the Complete package. We recommend: Intego ONE Price When Reviewed: Intego ONE Essential from $2.50 a month/one device/first year, then $3.33 a month or $29.99 for the first year and then $39.99 a year. Best Prices Today: $29.99 at Intego (annual) What does Intego ONE do on an iPhone? Integos iPhone app adds a VPN, Wi-Fi security checks and iPhone security monitoring, but not antivirus scanning. The iPhone version of Intego ONE is essentially a combination of privacy protection, network security and security configuration checking. There are three main elements. Intego VPN When youre using hotel, caf, airport or other Wi-Fi that you dont control, Integos VPN can encrypt your internet connection. The VPN was already included with Intego ONE Complete on the Mac, where it encrypts internet traffic, masks the users IP address and can help protect data when using public or unsecured Wi-Fi. When we tested it as part of our Mac review we found it simple to use, with 51 server locations and good bandwidth and streaming performance, although it isnt as fully featured as some dedicated VPN services. Adding the VPN to the iPhone arguably makes the feature more useful, because your phone is much more likely to connect to unfamiliar Wi-Fi while youre travelling or away from home. Wi-Fi security checks Intego can also check the security of the Wi-Fi network your iPhone is currently using. The test takes around 10 seconds and reports on connection speed as well as any potential security issues it identifies. Intego told us that one of the main things it checks is whether the network is using strong encryption. iPhone security check-up The app can also inspect some of the protections already built into your iPhone and tell you whether they are enabled or being used. Intego says its Device Check-Up can check whether: A passcode is enabled. Face ID or Touch ID is enabled. Apps are permitted to track you. The iPhone is running the newest version of iOS it supports. Something has been changed that removes Apples security protections. Screen recording is active. The key benefit is not that Intego provides these protections itself. Apple already does that. Instead, Intego checks whether important security features are enabled and flags potential weaknesses. Intego confirmed that its warning about changes that remove Apples built-in protections refers primarily to jailbreak detection. It does not generally treat MDM profiles as suspicious, since these are commonly used by businesses to manage and secure devices. Intego also told us that it plans to add Developer Mode detection in a future update, subject to the access Apples APIs allow. But can an iPhone actually get a virus? If Intego ONE is an antivirus suite, you might reasonably assume that its new iPhone app scans the iPhone for viruses. It doesnt. Traditional iPhone viruses are extremely uncommon because iOS apps are sandboxed, Apple tightly controls software distribution and the operating system incorporates substantial security protections. That doesnt make an iPhone invulnerable. Spyware, security exploits, malicious websites, compromised accounts and other threats can still put personal information at risk. Intego isnt claiming to replace Apples malware protection. Its proposition is effectively this: Apple protects the operating system, while Intego helps with some of the connections and security decisions that remain under the users control. Read: Can iPhones get viruses? for more information. Intego ONE on Mac vs iPhone Feature Mac iPhone Malware scanning Yes No Real-time antivirus Yes No Firewall Yes No SmartClean Advanced/Complete No VPN Complete Complete Wi-Fi security check No Yes iPhone security check-up No Yes Passcode/Face ID checks No Yes iOS update check No Yes Screen-recording warning No Yes On the Mac, antivirus remains at the heart of the product. On the iPhone, the focus is privacy, network security and checking the security configuration of the device. Who should consider Intego ONE Complete? Foundry Mac and iPhone owners This is the group that benefits most from the change. On the Mac you get the antivirus and firewall protection that impressed us in testing, alongside SmartClean and a VPN. On the iPhone you get the same VPN plus Wi-Fi security and device-security checks. People already considering Complete for the VPN Being able to use the subscription on your phone makes the VPN component more useful, particularly if you frequently travel or use public Wi-Fi. People only looking for iPhone protection Intego ONE is harder to justify purely for its iPhone features because most of the suites value still resides on the Mac. If you dont own a Mac or dont need Mac antivirus protection, a standalone VPN or other dedicated iPhone security service may make more sense. See our recommendations of the best VPN for iPhone . Does the iPhone app make Intego ONE Complete better value? The Intego ONE iPhone app can be downloaded from the iOS App Store. Our Intego ONE review already recommended the suite for its strong malware detection, firewall, performance and ease of use, although we noted omissions including phishing protection and parental controls. The new iPhone app doesnt address those weaknesses, but it does make the Complete tier more useful for people who own both a Mac and an iPhone. On the Mac, Intego ONE Complete includes antivirus, firewall protection, SmartClean and a VPN. On the iPhone, you get the VPN plus Wi-Fi security checks and tools that flag potentially important security settings. It isnt antivirus for the iPhone and shouldnt be confused with one. For existing Complete subscribers, the iPhone app is a worthwhile addition at no extra cost. For prospective customers with several Apple devices, it also makes Intego ONE Complete more compelling than when we originally reviewed it, particularly if you want several security tools covered by a single subscription. How much is Intego ONE Complete for Mac & iPhone Plan U.S. deal U.K. deal One Year, 1 Mac, 1 iPhone 50% off: $3.75/month (then $7.50/month) 50% off: 2.29/month (then 5.83/month) Two year, 1 Mac, 1 iPhone 50% off: $3.13/month (then $6.25/month) 50% off: 2.50/month (then 5/month) One Year, 1 Mac, 1 iPhone 35% off: $4.87/month (then $7.50/month) 35% off: 3.79/month (then 5.83/month) Two year, 1 Mac, 1 iPhone 35% off: $4.06/month (then $6.25/month) 35% off: 3.25/month (then 5/month) Intego is currently offering 50% off Intego ONE Complete until September 30, 2026, the only version of the suite that includes the new iPhone app. Get Intego ONE Complete Plan for Mac & iPhone Back To School 50% off (expires Sept 30th) Despite the Back to School branding, this is not strictly a student-only discount. Intego has confirmed that while the promotion is aimed at students, parents and educators, anyone can get 50% off Intego ONE Complete during the promotional period. Following that deal there will be 35% off Intego ONE Complete. Get Intego ONE Complete Plan for Mac & iPhone for 35% off The discounts applies to 3- and 5-device subscriptions (e.g. 3 Macs, 3 iPhones).
I Will Have My Place As Long As I Am Scoring Runs And Contributing To Wins, Says Padikkal
New Delhi: India top-order batter Devdutt Padikkal believes putting in consistent performance is the only way for him to hold onto a spot in the national Test side, adding that as long as he scores runs and helps win the team matches, his place in the line-up will remain secure. Padikkal enjoyed a fruitful tour of Sri Lanka by scoring back-to-back centuries in Indias 1-0 series win in Sri Lanka and even took the Player of the Series award. With his compact technique and penchant to make runs quickly, Padikkal impressed at number three in B Sai Sudharsans absence. Definitely, I was looking forward to it. Obviously, those opportunities don't come very easily. It takes a lot of hard work to make sure that you are continuing to improve yourself and waiting for that opportunity. I had to make sure that I was ready whenever I got it. The fact that I was told at the start of the series that I was going to be playing was really exciting, and I felt like, personally, I was at the best stage of my career in terms of the way I was batting, so I was really looking forward to it, Padikkal told JioStar. Addressing the scrutiny that comes with batting in the crucial number three slot, a slot made famous by batting stalwarts Rahul Dravid and Cheteshwar Pujara, Padikkal said he prefers to remain unbothered by comparisons with legends who preceded him. At the end of the day, it's about going out there and batting. It doesn't matter what position I'm batting at, I'm trying to contribute to the side. Yes, obviously, there have been great players who have played at number three for India over the years, and I'm sure there'll be a lot more scrutiny on me and a lot more comparisons made. But at the end of the day, I'm going out there and just playing my cricket, and as long as I'm enjoying that, I think everything will fall into place, he said. Left-handed Padikkal also credited Dravid, the former India head coach, for shaping his approach towards long-format batting through various conversations over the years. Obviously, I've had a lot of conversations with him over the years in terms of batting and what it takes to really spend long hours out there. Again, it comes back to preparation and understanding what you want to do. As long as you have that clarity in your head about what your plans are and what you want to go out there and do, regardless of the position you're batting at, it helps a lot. I think those are the conversations I've had with him. With India facing a busy home Test calendar via trip to New Zealand and hosting Australia for a five-match Border-Gavaskar Trophy series early next year, Padikkal signed off by saying that consistent run-scoring remains the only metric to maintain a spot in the national side. Again, it comes back to preparation and understanding what you want to do. As long as you have that clarity in your head about what your plans are and what you want to go out there and do, regardless of the position you're batting at, it helps a lot. I think those are the conversations I've had with him. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Nothing is taken for granted. For me, personally, I just want to keep scoring runs and keep contributing to wins for the Indian Test side. As long as I'm doing that, I'm sure I'll have my place. Article Source: IANS
Jackie Shroff wishes legendary singer & Asha Bhosles elder sister Meena Mangeshkar on 95th birthday
Mumbai, September 7 (IANS) Bollywood star Jackie Shroff extended warm birthday wishes to veteran singer Meena Mangeshkar Khadikar as she turned 95 on Monday. Celebrating the musical stalwart with a heartfelt post on his social media, Jackie shared a picture of Meena Khadikar, wishing her good health and happiness always. The actor also added the song Khushiyon Ke Zamane Aaye, rendered by Mohammed Rafi and Meena Mangeshkar, to the birthday post as the background score. Talking about Meena Mangeshkar, born on September 7, 1931, the singer is the daughter of legendary musician and theatre personality Pandit Deenanath Mangeshkar and the sister of legendary singers Lata Mangeshkar, Asha Bhosle, Usha Mangeshkar, and singer-composerHridaynath Mangeshkar. Meena Mangeshkar Khadikar carved out her own identity in the world of music as a playback singer and composer, with her work spanning both Hindi and Marathi music. Her Hindi film songs include Duniya Mein Hum Aaye Hain from Mother India, which she sang with Lata and Usha Mangeshkar, along with songs such as Phagun Aaya, Aapne Chheen Liya Dil with Mohammed Rafi and Hai Mausam Yeh Mastaana, Muskuraana, Dil Churaana from Aabroo. She is also remembered for her popular Marathi compositions, particularly the children's song Asawa Sunder Chocolatecha Bangla, which became extremely popular. Her other well-known composition is Saang Saang Bholanaath. Talking about Jackie Shroff the actor is probably one of the only stars in Bollywood who never misses to remember important dates of celebrities especially from the Hindi film industry. On the career front Jackie Shroff kick started is career with Subhash Ghai's Hero opposite actress Meenakshi Seshadri. He was last scene in the movie Welcome to the Jungle which also start Akshay Kumar Sunil Shetty Raveena Tandon Disha Patani and others
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.
From Big Tech stalwarts like Microsoft and Alphabet to legacy conglomerates across logistics and consumer goods, check out the Indian-origin C-suite leaders heading the worlds biggest companies
Jaipur, Alwar hit by heavy monsoon rain, waterlogging disrupts life
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Mohammed Shami To Be Felicitated By Cricket Association Of Bengal On 100th First-Class Appearance
India's pace-bowling stalwart Mohammed Shami will be felicitated by the Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) on Saturday for reaching the milestone of 100 first-class appearances.
Mohammed Shami To Be Felicitated By CAB On 100th First-Class Appearance
India's pace-bowling stalwart Mohammed Shami will be felicitated by the Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) on Saturday for reaching the milestone of 100 first-class appearances.
Anthropic automatically signs out Claude users to protect them from hackers
Infostealer malware apparently had harvested active Claude login sessions from users' PCs.
MCOCA slapped on Chintalwar, gang members
Rohits future, ODI roadmap to 2027 World Cup and recent setbacks on agenda at BCCI meeting
Stalwarts career, ODI team and the teams poor performances in Ireland and England to be discussed as Indian crickets top brass meets on September 3 in Mumbai.
Five-hour rescue ends in triumph; boy pulled safely from 400-foot borewell in Alwar
Butoli, Alwar, Sep 1 (IANS) In a dramatic rescue operation lasting nearly five hours, a nine-year-old boy, Bhanu, was safely pulled out of a borewell in Butoli village of Rajasthans Alwar district on Monday night. The successful rescue brought immense relief and joy to hundreds of villagers, police and administrative officials, and rescue team members []
9-Year-Old Rescued from 400-Foot Borewell in Alwar
Udaipur Kiran, September 1: A major tragedy was averted in the Butoli village of the Laxmangarh area in Alwar district, Rajasthan, on Monday when a 9-year-old boy, Bhanu, fell into a 400-foot deep borewell while chasing a kite. After a grueling rescue operation that lasted nearly five hours, he was safely pulled out, bringing immense ... Read more 9-Year-Old Rescued from 400-Foot Borewell in Alwar
Boy falls down Alwar borewell, rescue efforts on
9-Year-Old Rescued After Falling into 400-Foot Borewell in Alwar
Alwar, September 1: A major tragedy was averted in the Butoli village of the Laxmangarh area in Alwar district, Rajasthan, on Monday. A 9-year-old boy named Bhanu fell into a 400-foot deep borewell while chasing a kite. Fortunately, after a grueling five-hour rescue operation, he was safely retrieved, bringing immense relief and joy to the ... Read more 9-Year-Old Rescued After Falling into 400-Foot Borewell in Alwar
BJP, Congress rebels file nominations in Alwar
Tragic Incident in Alwar: Child Falls into Open Borewell While Chasing Kite
Alwar, August 31: A tragic incident occurred in the Buttoli village of Alwar district, Rajasthan, on Monday evening. A 10-year-old boy named Bhanu fell into an open borewell while running to collect a fallen kite. The child is trapped approximately 50 to 55 feet deep. Fortunately, initial reports indicate that he is safe, as rescuers ... Read more Tragic Incident in Alwar: Child Falls into Open Borewell While Chasing Kite
BJP Faces Rebellion in Alwar Ahead of Municipal Elections
Jaipur, August 31: In a significant political upheaval, two out of four division presidents of the BJP in Alwar have resigned along with their executive committees. This move comes ahead of the municipal council elections in Rajasthan, with the resignations submitted to district president Ashok Gupta. Of the 65 wards in Alwar, 33 fall under ... Read more BJP Faces Rebellion in Alwar Ahead of Municipal Elections
Fake porn apps target Facebook, Instagram users; malware can hijack phones, steal money
The Cybercrime Unit is sounding alarms about a new wave of financial scams connected to Android apps, portraying porn apps. These apps pop up in Facebook and Instagram ads with names like Night Play, Reloop, Kyss, Vimo, Rivo, Nexo, Vixa, and a bunch of others. Its all slick marketing once you click, you are sent to a shady website and asked to download an APK file.
Tamil Nadu Trims MK Stalin's Security Cover From Z+ to Z Following a Security Review
The revision has trimmed his total security strength from 54 to 34 personnel, reducing the number of round-the-clock commandos and static guards deployed at his Cenotaph Road residence in Alwarpet
Anthropic is warning Claude users who may have malware on their PC
Anthropic is warning Claude users who may have malware on their PC
Congress Hits Back at Former Ally DMK for Hypocrisy Over Nehru, Ambedkar Omission
Former DMK MLA and the party's legal wing joint secretary E Paranthaman had on Saturday lashed out at the Tamil Nadu government for excluding key ideological stalwarts--EV Periyar, Ambedkar, and Nehru from the official policy note of the Backward Classes and Most Backward Classes Welfare Department
Hyderabad Set For Golconda Masters Golf
The top Indian professionals in the fray include Saptak Talwar, Honey Baisoya, Veer Ahlawat, Rashid Khan, Akshay Sharma and Om Prakash Chouhan, to name a few.
Telangana Golconda Masters To Tee Off On September 1 In Hyderabad
Top Indian professionals, including Saptak Talwar, Veer Ahlawat and Rashid Khan, will be in action for the Telangana Golconda Masters to be held at the Hyderabad Golf Association.
Rashid Wins Telangana Open Golf to End 7-Year Wait for Title
Current PGTI Rankings leader Saptak Talwar (72-68-71-70) finished tied 24th at seven-under 281.
Dr. Agarwal's Eye Hospital launches World's First Pinhole Pupilloplasty (PPP) Centre
At its flagship facility at Alwarpet, Chennai
Shadows of the Classrooms Past: A Memory of Islamia High School
In the quiet corridors of memory, childhood experiences often retain their vivid colours, unblemished by the passage of decades. For those of us who spent our formative years in Srinagar during the mid-20th century, school was not merely a centre for academic instruction; it was a strictly regulated crucible of discipline, spiritual routine, and community life. The prestigious Islamia High School in Srinagar stood as a prominent seat of learning. Situated near the magnificent Jamia Masjid in Nowhattaa 600-year-old architectural marvel originally commissioned in 1394 CE by Sultan Sikandar Shah Mirithe school was deeply intertwined with the cultural and spiritual rhythm of the historic city. Every afternoon during the lunch break, the school administration ensured that students, particularly those living in neighbouring localities, gathered at the historic mosque to offer their Zuhr (midday) prayers. Remarkably, oversight at the grand gates of Jamia Masjid was entrusted to our dedicated Kashmiri Pandit teachers. With meticulous care, they would stand at the entrance to take our attendance. They were deeply affectionate, nurturing, and devoted educators whose warmth balanced the rigour of school life. Their dedication remains an enduring symbol of the harmony and mutual respect that defined our upbringing. May those noble souls who have passed on rest in eternal peace. Aameen. Yet, inside the school walls, religious discipline was enforced with uncompromising severity by our theology teacher, Molvi Noor-ud-Din, alias Chanta. Dressed impeccably in his traditional shalwar kameez, Molvi Sahib believed in an unyielding regimen. Missing prayers deliberately was considered a grave infraction, dealt with through harsh corporal punishment. Students found absent were subjected to severe lashing with a thick tree brancha brutal deterrent intended to ensure the mistake was never repeated. During my time in Class 6th, my classmate Gulzar Ahmad Gujri and I fell victim to this harsh discipline. The punishment was so severe that my young body gave way; I collapsed and remained unconscious for hours. What followed were days of high fever, intense shivering, and a slow, painful recovery. Seeing my plight, my parents were reduced to tears, and my fathers patience understandably broke. Learning of my fathers outrage, Molvi Noor-ud-Din went into hiding for seven full days to avoid a confrontation. The impasse was eventually resolved through the wise and gentle intervention of our revered Principal, Mufti Ghulam-ud-Din Sahiba distinguished scholar and the father of the eminent paediatrician Dr. Altaf. Principal Mufti Sahib stepped in with immense tact, offering sincere apologies on behalf of the institution and restoring peace between the families. Nevertheless, the ordeal altered the course of my schooling. To protect me from further harshness, my parents withdrew me from Islamia High School and enrolled me in DAV High School, Srinagar. While the transfer brought a safer environment, it also meant parting ways with many of my childhood companions. Reflecting on those years today brings a sharp contrast between generations. Could a student of the present generation endure such extreme measures? How would modern parents react to such corporal severity? The educational landscape has evolved, yet the psychological scars of that era run deepso much so that even today, decades later, I occasionally relive those moments in my dreams. Yet, time softens grievance into understanding. Looking back, I carry no bitterness or malice toward Molvi Noor-ud-Din. He acted according to the strict, albeit flawed, pedagogical norms of his era. As the years pass, one learns to replace lingering pain with forgiveness. May Almighty Allah grant him, and all our departed teachers, eternal forgiveness and peace. Aameen. (The author is a former civil servant from the administrative service. Email: nisargilani57748@gmail.com )
Beyond the Classrooms of OTC: Memory, Camaraderie, and the Lessons of Jaipur (1998)
Looking back at a photograph from May 1998 brings me straight to the Rajasthan Institute of Public Administration (RIPA)formerly known as the Officers Training College (OTC) in Jaipur. With its sprawling campus and fine accommodation, it closely mirrored our own IMPA back home in Jammu & Kashmir. Our delegation had gathered for specialised training in satellite imagery for land records and modern surveying, transitioning away from traditional manual mapping. We were also trained in Disaster Managementa subject rendered unforgettable by Prof. Hassan, the Head of Department, whose mesmerising lectures left an enduring mark. Over the years, Prof. Hassan became a dear family friend. I remain deeply indebted to his immense kindness in 2014 when, upon my request, he and a team of notable Jaipur business figures personally travelled to Kashmir during the devastating floods to distribute relief items across parts of Dal Lake and beyond. Beyond the formal curriculum, in-service training programs serve an irreplaceable purpose. They grant mid-career professionals a vital interlude to refresh their technical skill set while fostering cross-cultural exposure through regional exploration. We learned directly from distinguished officers of the Rajasthan cadreincluding Commissioners and District Collectorsand spent a remarkable day engaging with the late Professor Dhawan, former ISRO Chairman. Our field studies split us into small teams across Collector offices and record centers. To our surprise, much of Rajasthans historical land settlement record was preserved in Urdu, almost identical to our J&K records save for a few regional designations. However, during our visit to the Jaipur District record room, the registers were so thick with dust that we had to abandon our study of the Jamabandi (record of rights). Deeply embarrassed by the inconvenience caused to visiting officers, the young IAS Deputy Commissionerhimself a native of Kashmirsuspended the record keeper on the spot. Then came the sweltering May heat, an overwhelming shock to those of us accustomed to the cooler Valley breeze. Four of us were sharing an air-conditioned hut. One morning, my colleague Mr. Maqbool Wani (then Assistant Commissioner) caught me in a rather ridiculous struggle: attempting to shave with my body inside the air-conditioned bedroom and my face leaning into the sweltering washroom, whose exhaust fan had broken down. Taking pity on me, Mr. Wani went to the local market, bought a small handheld mirror, and solved our daily dilemma. That trip also bore witness to a quiet personal triumph inside our shared hut. Our colleague Mr. Hafiz was a heavy smoker, and during the early hours of the morning, the closed AC room would fill with thick smoke, leaving a stale air that made me feel deeply nauseous. Realising the intense discomfort it caused us, Hafiz Sahaba true gentlemandecided then and there, on my insistence, to give up smoking entirely. He made a solemn promise that morning, and remarkably, that truce holds to this very day. Our weekends offered rich cultural excursions across Rajasthans heritage landscape. We embarked on a full-day trip to Ajmer Sharif Dargah, the celebrated 13th-century shrine of Sufi saint Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti. Renowned for its breathtaking Indo-Islamic architecture, grand deg-chi (cauldrons) for community feasts, and spiritual serenity, the shrine attracts millions seeking peace. As we gathered for Friday Jumu'ah prayers, I was momentarily startled by the sudden, sharp boom of a cannon shota traditional local custom fired to notify devotees that prayer is commencing. Unfamiliar with this practice, I stood numb for a second until my colleague, Mr. Hafiz Bakhshi, clarified the source of the bang. From Ajmer, we proceeded to the serene shores of Pushkar Lake and visited the sacred Brahma Templeone of the extremely rare shrines in the world dedicated to Lord Brahma. Other holidays were spent exploring Jaipurs majestic hill forts, the iconic facade of the Hawa Mahal, and the legendary Raj Mandir Cinemaa movie palace world-famous for its opulent, meringue-style interior architecturewhere we enjoyed Dilip Kumars film Qila. We also visited Jaipurs famed Albert Hall Museum, a masterpiece of Indo-Saracenic design opened in 1887. Housing rare Persian carpets, intricate metalware, and ancient stone sculptures, its grand halls provided us with a vivid window into Indias rich artistic history. The trip yielded curious memories tooincluding a colleague who purchased a massive, monolithic marble replica of the Taj Mahal and arranged for its transport back home to Jammu. Looking at the photograph today brings both warmth and a touch of sadness. Time has claimed several dear colleagues pictured there: Mr. Hafiz-ur-Rehman (retired Assistant Commissioner), a gentleman par excellence; Mr. Katoch and Sardar Mohan Singh Wazir, both retired Tehsildars; and Dr. Kavida, the then-Director of RIPA. May their souls rest in eternal peace. None of these transformative experiences would have been possible without the vision of our then Financial Commissioner, Madam Sushma Choudharythe first lady IAS officer of the erstwhile Jammu & Kashmir state. She was instrumental in arranging multiple specialised training programs for young revenue officers of our batch, continually pushing us toward modern administrative excellence. We remain deeply grateful to her for her foresight and leadership. May her legacy live on. Decades later, that Rajasthan journey stands as a testament to the fact that while professional courses sharpen our careers, it is the shared laughter, unexpected discoveries, and enduring camaraderie that truly stand the test of time. (The author is a former civil servant. He can be reached at: nisargilani57748@gmail.com )
FUTURECRAFT For most of last year the Reserve Bank ran what was effectively a national literacy campaign built around a single sentence. If the address does not end in .bank.in, it is not your bank. A circular dated 22 April 2025 gave every commercial and cooperative bank until 31 October to migrate, with IDRBT named as the only registrar. The thinking was sound: take the address bar, which people already squint at, and make it carry proof. Then last week Reuters reported that the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre had directed Google to shut hundreds of accounts on Firebase, the platform Google gives developers for building apps and hosting websites. Three notices in August covered at least 57 sites and databases. Seven of them imitated SBI, ICICI and Axis. Others sat quietly collecting card numbers and one time passwords. What matters is where those pages were living. They were not squatting on a misspelt domain bought from some registrar abroad. They were sitting inside Googles own, on the free subdomain the platform hands out with every new project. India built a list of addresses worth trusting. The fraudsters stopped trying to get onto it. The list is still half empty By February this year more than 400 banks had completed the move, and the major public and private lenders were done, some of them after the October deadline had passed. That reads like progress until you look at the denominator. India had 1,457 urban cooperative banks at the end of March 2025, along with 34 state cooperative banks and 351 district central cooperative banks. The circular covered all of them. So the rule a customer is being taught holds for her HDFC login and does not yet hold for the district cooperative bank her father has used for thirty years. Handing a population a check that is right most of the time is an odd way to fight fraud. What a free subdomain buys you Firebase itself is ordinary infrastructure and there is nothing sinister about it. A student in Srinagar can open a project this afternoon, get a working database and a live website on a Google subdomain, and pay nothing at all. It sits inside a Google cloud business that made close to $25 billion last quarter. That free tier is also the whole trick. The page arrives with a working padlock because the certificate is genuine. It resolves through Googles infrastructure, so nothing in the path looks wrong to a browser or a corporate filter. The fraudster borrows credibility that already exists, for free, in about the time it takes to make tea. The governments own assessment, as reported by Reuters, is that scam operators have been shifting to Firebase from other free tools since last year, drawn by the generous free plan and better database features. He is not forging a padlock. He is borrowing one that is already real, from a company that gives it away for nothing. The payload has changed with it. An I4C notice dated 17 August described Android malware dressed up as banking services, aimed at credit card users through offers of new cards and higher limits. One campaign built itself around PM-KISAN, promising small farmers help in collecting their instalment if they installed an app. The app then fed the phones contents into a Firebase database the scammers controlled and opened the door to everything else on the device. Researchers have a name for that level of access. They call it Android God Mode. None of this is abstract in the Valley. J&K Police reported finding 7,200 mule accounts active in Kashmir since January 2025, the plumbing through which stolen money moves. In February a Ganderbal complaint opened an investigation into a transnational investment scam of more than 209 crore, which investigators said could climb past 400 crore. Up the ladder, one rung at a time Enforcement has been climbing steadily: individual scam URLs, then apps, now accounts on a development platform. The rung above that already has a recent precedent. On 24 February this year the government ordered internet providers to block Supabase, the open source alternative to Firebase, under Section 69A of the IT Act. No public reason was given, and none is required. Roughly 120,000 Indian developers were estimated to be affected across a week of patchy access. Production apps stopped authenticating users, and nobody was told why. Firebase has had its own version of this. Googles status page records that from 13 October 2024, Firebase Hosting sites became unreachable on some Indian ISPs. Googles engineers reported that the services were healthy and that the problem appeared to be localised to India. Most ISPs could reach the sites again only on 21 October. Google never said what caused it. The clock has tightened meanwhile. Under the IT Amendment Rules notified on 10 February 2026, an intermediary has three hours to act on a government takedown notice, down from thirty six, with safe harbour at risk if it misses. In July the Supreme Court stayed four High Court challenges to the takedown regime and the Sahyog portal these notices travel through, leaving the legality of the mechanism unsettled while its use expands. The case for the crackdown I4C is not being unreasonable. When the payload is full device takeover, three hours is defensible, and a leisurely review window has a cost measured in emptied savings accounts. The Home Ministry says its financial fraud reporting system had saved more than 11,158 crore across 32.80 lakh complaints as of 30 June 2026. Going after the hosting rather than the individual page is the right instinct, since an account level takedown kills more of an operation than a URL level one. The difficulty is arithmetic. A notice takes an investigator hours to prepare and Google minutes to action. A fresh Firebase project takes a scammer four minutes and costs nothing. Enforcement can win every individual case and still lose on throughput. Bottom Line The .bank.in project was a good attempt at building a small piece of Indian trust infrastructure. What Firebase exposes is that a whitelist only works when the attacker needs to be on a list at all. So long as a foreign platforms free tier confers instant credibility, Indias financial security runs through a policy team in Mountain View, and the only lever reaching it also switches off Indian developers. Finishing the .bank.in migration is a cheaper place to start than blocking another platform. (The Author studies Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence at Rutgers University, New Jersey, USA. He is interested in emerging technologies and innovation, and can be reached on LinkedIn at @arssh-kumar14)
Stop Telling Women What to Wear: Kriti Sanon Reacts to Rakhi Ad Outfit Row
Actor Kriti Sanon has responded to the online backlash surrounding her latest advertisement, in which she was criticised by some social media users over her Indo-Western outfit. Breaking her silence on Tuesday, Kriti shared a note on her Instagram Stories, questioning why a womans respect for her culture continues to be judged by the clothes she chooses to wear. Culture & Traditions are in her heart, not in her neckline!... Also, when will we stop telling women what to wear?? she wrote. The actor further pointed out that while ethnic fashion has changed and evolved over the years, women are still often subjected to scrutiny based on their appearance and clothing choices. Ethnic fashion has evolved over the years, but still a woman's respect for her culture is measured with just her clothes, she added. Kritis statement came a day after an advertisement for a jewellery brand featuring the actor triggered a wave of criticism and hateful comments online. Several social media user including actor and MP Kangana Ranaut criticised Kriti Sanon for wearing a bralette-style blouse and a draped skirt while celebrating the festival. Sharing her reaction on Instagram Stories, Ranaut wrote: It's a wonderful time to be a woman, our closets are full of variety of clothes, today's woman is a global woman, from cocktail dresses to lehenga cholis, jeans to saris, bikinis to salwar kameez, from all the options that are available to us today why would you tie your brother a Rakhi in your bikini/ undergarments? Where are all your styling options? Ha ha, the advert looks intentionally creepy!
Alwar youth climbs tree in protest, two docs shifted after slap allegation
How hackers turned nearly 2,000 WordPress sites into malware infrastructure
A StopAndProtect cybercrime campaign compromised nearly 2,000 WordPress websites, turning them into infrastructure to spread malware, steal data and control infected devices
Fake ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini apps now used as bait for malware attacks
Kaspersky researchers found 92,000 malicious attacks disguised as AI services in 2026, with fake ChatGPT, Claude and Gemini apps accounting for most of the attacks
Raj principal suspended over dam bathing with girl students
A school principal in Alwar, Rajasthan, has been suspended following the circulation of a video showing him bathing in a dam with girl students. An inquiry has been initiated against him for violating the code of conduct.
Rajasthan Principal Suspended After Video Of Him Bathing With Girl Students Goes Viral
Alwar Principal Faces Departmental Probe Over Dam Visit With Class 11, 12 Students
'I fought cancer to see my son play for India': Saransh's long road to Test cricket
After battling cancer for over a decade, Subodh Jain finally watched his son Saransh make his India debut in the second Test against Sri Lanka in Colombo. From wanting to quit cricket to becoming a domestic stalwart, Saransh's journey has been shaped by his father's resilience, Chandrakant Pandit's belief and years of perseverance.
India Orders Google To Remove Hundreds Of Firebase Accounts Used In Bank Scams, Malware Attacks
I4C flags Firebase sites allegedly used to mimic banks, spread malware and steal sensitive financial data.
India Targets Google Platform For Scams
India has ordered Google to shut hundreds of Firebase accounts allegedly used by scammers to impersonate banks, spread malware and steal financial data.
Veteran Actress Sowcar Janaki Passes Away, Telugu Producers Pay Tributes
Janaki had been undergoing treatment at Kauvery Hospital in Alwarpet, Chennai, after falling ill. Nadigar Sangam president and actor Nassar confirmed her demise and described her as a legendary star
Bangladesh gets new President Fakhrul
Dhaka: Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir, a longtime secretary general of the ruling Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) and a close ally of former premier Khaleda Zia, was on Thursday elected as the countrys new President in the first contested poll for the post in 35 years. The 78-year-old BNP stalwart defeated his lone rival Colonel (retd) []
BNP's Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir elected as Bangladesh's new President
Ruling Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) candidate Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir was on Thursday elected as the country's new President in the first contested poll for the post in 35 years. The 78-year-old BNP stalwart defeated his rival Colonel (retd) Oli Ahmed, the Liberal Democratic Party chairman and the nominee of the Jamaat-e-Islami-led 11-party opposition alliance, Chief Election Commissioner and also Election Returning Officer AMM Nasir Uddin said. Alamgir secured 255 votes while Oli Ahmad bagged 88 votes, he said. Of the total 349 registered voters, 343 voted in the election. Six lawmakers didn't vote, he added. The president-elect will take the oath as Bangladesh's new President on Friday evening at the Darbar Hall of Bangabhaban. It is the first contested presidential election in Bangladesh since 1991, as the office had largely been filled through consensus and uncontested polls in recent decades. The presidential election was necessitated after Mohammed Shahabuddin, a
4,500 SIM cards, China malware, Pakistan links emerge in Ahmedabad cyber probe
SIM cards China malware Pakistan links emerge in Ahmedabad cyber probe
Stolen Thirumangai Alwar bronze idol returns to Kumbakonam temple after nearly 70 years
On February 12, 2020, the Idol Wing-CID registered a case on a complaint, filed by the executive officer of the SriSoundararajaPerumalTemple, of the theft of four idols from the temple between 1957 and 1967. The idols are the bronze statue ofThirumangaiAlwarand the metal idols ofKaalinga NarthanaKrishnar, Vishnu, andSridevi. The Idol Wing traced the ThirumangaiAlwar statue to the Ashmolean Museum in the United Kingdom
Pharma sector must move from cost competitiveness to innovation: Experts
India's pharmaceutical industry needs to move beyond its traditional strength in cost-effective generic medicines and focus on innovation, advanced manufacturing, quality and global regulatory standards to realise its growth potential, industry experts said. With India targeting a pharmaceutical market of USD 130 billion by 2030, experts at a recent industry event in Hyderabad said the next phase of growth would require greater investments in research and development, digital technologies and contract research and development manufacturing. The discussions were held ahead of the 19th edition of CPHI & PMEC India 2026, scheduled to be held in November across venues in Delhi-NCR. The official launch and precursor event of CPHI & PMEC India 2026, held under the banner of the Pharma Leadership Exchange, brought together pharma leaders, CXOs, industry stalwarts, and key voices from across India's pharmaceutical and life sciences ecosystem. Sarvesh Singh, CEO, Lifesciences and ...
Ahead of Amit Shahs visit to Alwar, students detained before proposed protest
The protestors had planned to raise the issues of lathicharge on students at Jantar Mantar, poor condition of roads, the alleged Matsya scam and demand the restoration of student union elections
After Rajasthan school students protest gets CJP boost, authorities promise action
Students and local residents protested for two days at a government school in Alwar district against its dilapidated condition and a shortage of teachers
CJP Leader, Alwar SHO Clash During School Protest
A heated confrontation broke out between CJP co-convenor Ashutosh Ranka and Thanagazi SHO Mahavir Singh during a school students protest in Jodhwas village, Alwar.
The students and villagers have locked a government higher secondary school in Jodhwas village of Alwar district in Rajasthan. The students locked the school on 13 August after protest against unsafe school buildings, shortage of teachers and inadequate classrooms. The protest
No teachers, crumbling walls: Alwar school locked by students and villagers
No teachers crumbling walls Alwar school locked by students and villagers
Literary Stalwart Varalakshmamma Remembered
The programme, organised by the Forum for Better Bapatla, included garlanding of her statue and tributes.
Bangladesh's ruling BNP nominates party stalwart Mirza Fakhrul as presidential candidate
Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir has been nominated as the presidential candidate by the Bangladesh Nationalist Party. The election follows the resignation of Mohammed Shahabuddin on health grounds last month. Alamgir resigned from his party posts after his nomination for the upcoming presidential election. Colonel (retd) Oli Ahmad is also contesting the presidential election as an opposition candidate. The BNP holds a significant majority in Parliament, positioning Alamgir for the presidency.
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Congress, BJP workers clash as Minister joins sanitation workers stir in Alwar for jobs
OpenAI, Anthropic Face Climate Questions Ahead of Potential IPOs
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ICTS prof Deepak Dhar awarded Dirac Medal for work on statistical mechanics
The International Centre for Theoretical Sciences on Monday said that its professor Deepak Dhar has been awarded the prestigious 2026 Dirac Medal, recognising his contributions to statistical mechanics and complex systems. Prof Dhar, who is an Indian National Science Academy (INSA) distinguished professor at ICTS, shares the honour with three other stalwarts of statistical mechanics -- Bernard Derrida, Marc Mezard and Haim Sompolinsky --, the Institute said in a post on its website. According to the ICTS, the award recognises the four scientists for their pioneering contributions to equilibrium statistical mechanics and for extending its concepts and methods into non-equilibrium statistical mechanics, optimization problems, theoretical neuroscience, and, finally, artificial intelligence. The Dirac Medal is awarded annually by the International Centre for Theoretical Physics (ICTP) in honour of physicist Paul Dirac. ICTP Director Atish Dabholkar commented, The work of the 2026 Dir
Jaipur, August 9, 2026: Rainfall continued across Rajasthan on Sunday, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issuing a yellow alert for heavy rain in 19 districts. Jaipur, Churu and Alwar received spells of rain, while temperatures in several parts of the state fell by up to 6 degrees Celsius. The weather department has forecast that ... Read more Rajasthan Weather Today: Yellow Alert in 19 Districts as Heavy Rain Brings Temperatures Down by Up to 6 Degrees
Rajasthan Hospital License Revoked After Mothers Death During Childbirth
Jaipur, August 8: A private hospital in Alwar, Rajasthan, has come under scrutiny after a woman died following childbirth. The incident prompted the health department to revoke the hospitals license on Friday. The tragic event occurred at Nishu Hospital in Nagla Raisis, leading to an order from Gayatri Rathore, Principal Secretary of the Medical and ... Read more Rajasthan Hospital License Revoked After Mothers Death During Childbirth
Code Name Silver: The Indian spy who played 5 sides in World War II
Known by the British codename Silver, Talwar operated across German, Italian, Soviet, British and Japanese intelligence networks while maintaining links to Indias freedom movement. His shifting loyalties, including his work for British intelligence under Peter Fleming, have made his legacy controversial.
Over 10,000 Indians Saved from WhatsApp Malware Attack, Government Reports
New Delhi, August 7: The central government announced on Friday that over 10,000 Indians were protected from a significant malware campaign aimed at hacking WhatsApp accounts, thanks to coordinated actions by the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C). The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) stated that various measures, including geo-blocking command and control (C2) servers ... Read more Over 10,000 Indians Saved from WhatsApp Malware Attack, Government Reports
Over 10,000 Indians protected from WhatsApp malware attack: Govt
New Delhi: The Centre on Friday, August 7, said that coordinated action by the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C), including geo-blocking of command-and-control (C2) servers through the Sahyog Portal, has protected more than 10,000 Indians from a WhatsApp account takeover campaign. In a statement, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) said I4C has observed Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
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Sustainability Matters and IndiAgri, supported by the Alliance for Change, Transformation & Innovation (ACTION), will convene the 3rd National Sustainable Agriculture Summit & Awards 2026 on August 7 at the India International Centre, New Delhi. Themed Krishi Samriddhi 2047: Building a Resilient & Self-Reliant Agriculture Ecosystem , the summit is structured across two tracks: Track 1 on Dairy, Nutrition, Fisheries & Livestock, and Track 2 on Crops, Inputs, Technology & Rural Value Chains. Dr. Ramdas Athawale, Union Minister of State for Social Justice & Empowerment, with fellow dignitaries at the 2nd Sustainable Agriculture Summit & Awards 2025 The theme draws on Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision for value addition in India's dairy sector, spotlighted recently through India's four-medal debut at the Mundial do Queijo do Brasil 2026, and Union Cooperation Minister Amit Shah's cooperative renaissance, which is adding 75,000 new dairy cooperatives under White Revolution 2.0 and 6,000 new fisheries cooperatives under the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana. The Summit is the ninth in a series of national and regional dialogues Sustainability Matters and IndiAgri have convened since 2024: two previous national editions in Delhi and six regional consultations across states including Bhopal, Chandigarh, Nagpur, Patna, Baraut and Alwar. Together, these editions have brought together over 1,000 delegates and 120+ speakers, spanning policymakers, scientists, cooperative leaders, industry executives, startups and farmers, and have generated 190+ documented best practices and award-winning initiatives from across India's agricultural ecosystem. Each edition has fed grassroots insights into formal policy recommendations submitted to central and state governments, positioning the platform as a sustained channel between the field and the policy table rather than a one-off conference. " This platform exists because India's agricultural story cannot be told from one vantage point alone ," said Dr Navneet Anand, Executive Director, Sustainability Matters . " Krishi Samriddhi 2047 brings dairy, fisheries and livestock into the same conversation as crops, inputs, technology and rural markets, because the transformation we are chasing runs across all of these value chains, not through any one of them in isolation ." The 3rd edition is supported by partners across sectors, including Indian Railway Finance Corporation (a Navratna CPSE), Bihar State Milk Co-operative Federation Limited (COMFED), Odisha Cooperative Milk Producers' Federation Limited, SIRA Seeds, Hindustan Urvarak & Rasayan Limited (HURL), Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI), and Krishak Bharati Cooperative Limited (KRIBHCO). " Agriculture touches every one of us, whether we grow it, process it, fund it, regulate it, or simply eat it, and that shared stake is exactly why each of us carries a responsibility to be part of this discourse ," said Dr K C Ravi, Director General, Sustainable Agriculture Summit & Awards . " The Summit exists to make that participation possible, bringing policymakers, cooperatives, scientists, industry and farmers to the same table so solutions are shaped collectively rather than in silos , he added. India's dairy output has grown 70% in eleven years - from 146 to 239 million tonnes - even as livestock and fisheries expand at nearly 7% and 8-9% a year, among the fastest-growing segments of the rural economy. Track 1 builds on this momentum, examining cooperative-led growth across dairy, nutrition, fisheries and livestock. Track 2 turns to the crops-and-value-chain economy - seeds and sustainable inputs, regenerative farming, and the technology and market infrastructure connecting farms to consumers. The Summit is part of a continuing effort by Sustainability Matters and IndiAgri.in, India's leading digital platform for agricultural news and analysis, to drive sustained, solution-oriented conversations on the issues shaping Indian agriculture, from climate resilience to rural finance and cooperative governance, bringing diverse stakeholders into direct dialogue rather than parallel monologues. The day includes an inaugural session and track-wise knowledge sessions, culminating in the Sustainable Agriculture Awards 2026, recognising individuals, institutions, cooperatives, companies and government bodies across 44 categories for measurable contributions to India's agricultural ecosystem.
At 20th MarCon, Stalwarts to Explore AI Innovations, Other Key Discourses in the Ecosystem
The Internet and Mobile Association of India (IAMAI) is all set to host the 20th edition of Indias premier marketing conference, Marketing Conclave (MarCon), co-powered by Google, on August 4-5, 2026, at Taj Lands End, Mumbai 2026.The conclave will bring together founders, CMOs, brand leaders, marketers, technology innovators, and media professionals to discuss the latest trends, technologies and ideas shaping the evolving marketing landscape. IAMAI to host the 20th edition of Indias premier marketing conference - MarCon, co-powered by Google, on August 4-5, 2026, at Taj Lands End, Mumbai With artificial intelligence redefining every stage of the marketing lifecycle, MarCon 2026 will explore how organisations are building AI-first marketing functions, adapting to the new search and discovery ecosystem, leveraging AI-enabled media planning, rethinking marketing measurement, and balancing AI-driven efficiency with creativity, trust and responsible innovation. Featuring keynote addresses, fireside chats, panel discussions, masterclasses and networking sessions, the conference will offer practical perspectives from leaders shaping the future of media and marketing. Marketing Conclave 2026 will host industry leaders and experts, including Priya Choudhary, Director, Business Solutions & Insights, Google; Siddharth Shekhar, Director - Govt. & PSUs, BFSI, Fintech, Education & Auto, Google; Pushkar Gupte - Head of Industry, CPG, Google; Vinay Bhartia, Director Enterprise, MEA + West Asia @ Semrush (An Adobe Co); Shwetha Iyer, SVP & Head of Marketing; Kissht, Aditya Das, Director, Head of Growth & Omnichannel Marketing, Cipla; Siddharth Bajaj, Chief Marketing Officer, Dr Batra's Healthcare; Jahid Ahmed, Senior Vice President and Head Digital Acquisition, HDFC Bank; Priyanka Shah, Head of Digital Marketing, Bajaj Auto, and Somnath Mukherjee, and Head of Programmatic and Performance Marketing, Reliance Retail. Among other key discourses to be discussed at the conference are leveraging data and technology to deliver personalised customer experiences, the rise of creator-led commerce, changing consumer behaviour, the future of media, and strategies for taking Indian brands to global audiences. The conclave will also explore how marketers can build trust, drive measurable business outcomes and prepare for an increasingly AI-driven ecosystem. Among the partners of Marketing Conclave 2026 are Affinity Global Advertising, Consumr.ai, Connect Network, DoubleTick, Google, Helo.ai, mFilterIt, PubLive, Vonage, BC Web Wise, LS Digital, Truecaller, and Semrush (An Adobe Company) and many more. www.marketingconclave.com About Internet and Mobile Association of India The Internet and Mobile Association of India (IAMAI) is a not-for-profit industry body with more than 800 members, including Indian and multinational corporations, as well as start-ups. IAMAI has been instrumental in shaping Indias digital economy. IAMAI advocates free and fair competition, and progressive and enabling laws for businesses as well as for consumers. The overarching objective of IAMAI is to ensure the progress of the internet and the digital economy. Its major areas of activities are public policy and advocacy, business to business conferences, research, promotion of start-ups and promotion of consumer trustandsafety.
Jeevan Jyoti vision centres strengthen rural eye care in Alwar
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This Chennai home celebrates craft and quiet luxury
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TAFE Motors: Deutz Opens New Engine Factory at Alwar
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Fraudsters exploiting AI e-challan rollout to spread malware: Cops
Margao: Following the Transport Departments recent commissioning of artificial intelligence (AI)-based traffic management system to detect road violations, police have warned motorists about a phishing scam involving fake e-challan notices designed to compromise mobile phones and steal banking credentials. According to senior police officials, fraudsters are sending text messages to motorists claiming they have been []
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Punjab Government Expands Free Pilgrimage Scheme with New Routes Starting in August
Hoshiarpur, July 20: Arvind Kejriwal, the national convenor of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), announced the expansion of Punjabs free pilgrimage scheme during a devotional event titled An Evening in the Name of Lord Shiva held in Talwara, Hoshiarpur district. Starting in August, three new religious routes will be introduced for devotees, including Khatu Shyam ... Read more Punjab Government Expands Free Pilgrimage Scheme with New Routes Starting in August
Rajasthan Court Sentences Nine to Life Imprisonment in High-Profile Avatar Singh Murder Case
Jaipur, July 19: A significant ruling was delivered by a court in Alwar, Rajasthan, on Saturday, sentencing nine individuals, including former BJP district president Inderjeet Singh, also known as Pata, to life imprisonment for their involvement in the Avatar Singh murder case. The court also imposed a fine of 1 lakh on each convict. The ... Read more Rajasthan Court Sentences Nine to Life Imprisonment in High-Profile Avatar Singh Murder Case
TN Govt To Celebrate Nov 1, July 18 To Honour States History
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Patna High Court ruling on attempt to rape reignites debate, activists seek judges' training
The remarks came after the Patna High Court, according to media reports, held that attempting to remove a woman's salwar and pressing her breasts did not amount to an attempt to rape
Virat and Gautam don't need any bridge: India batting coach Sitanshu Kotak after second ODI loss
India batting coach Sitanshu Kotak dismissed speculation of acting as a communication bridge between head coach Gautam Gambhir and batting stalwart Virat Kohli, asserting that the two regularly interact and require no intermediary.
Patna high court ruling on groping draws criticism from top court
The Supreme Court expressed serious concern over a Patna High Court order. This order stated that removing a woman's salwar did not constitute attempted rape. The apex court emphasized judges must research and follow its previous rulings. It directed all courts to adhere to judicial sensitivity guidelines. States will issue instructions to police stations regarding FIR registration and chargesheets.
SC questions Patna High Court's reasoning on 'rape' bid ruling
The Supreme Court questioned a Patna High Court order on sexual assault cases. This order stated that pressing breasts and attempting to remove salwar was not rape. The court noted a lack of thorough research in such judicial reasoning. It also approved guidelines for judicial sensitivity in sexual offense cases. All courts must strictly follow these approved handbook guidelines.
Leaders Pay Tribute to Freedom Fighter Thiru K. Kamaraj on His Birth Anniversary
New Delhi, July 15: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan, and Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge paid tribute to freedom fighter Thiru K. Kamaraj on his birth anniversary. Prime Minister Modi expressed his remembrance on X, stating, Remembering Thiru K. Kamaraj on his birth anniversary. As a stalwart of Indias freedom struggle and an ... Read more Leaders Pay Tribute to Freedom Fighter Thiru K. Kamaraj on His Birth Anniversary
What Footwear Works With Sarees, Salwar-Kameez & Lehengas?
When you are investing time and money in looking out for the best ethnic attire for traditional and auspicious events, can footwear take a back seat? No. No matter how graceful your attire is, if Continue reading The post What Footwear Works With Sarees, Salwar-Kameez & Lehengas? appeared first on Threads - WeRIndia .
National Conference's Stalwart, Farooq's brother, Omar's Uncle Sheikh Mustafa Kamal, Passes Away
Senior National Conference leader and former Jammu and Kashmir Cabinet Minister Sheikh Mustafa Kamal passed away on Tuesday after a prolonged illness. A veteran politician and the younger brother of Dr Farooq Abdullah, Kamal played a key role in the party for decades. Political leaders across party lines condoled his demise, describing it as an irreparable loss to Jammu and Kashmir.
Prime Minister Modi honored K. Kamaraj on his birth anniversary for his freedom movement contributions. Kamaraj dedicated his life to nation-building and public service for the underprivileged. His vision for an equitable society continues to inspire many generations. Born humble, Kamaraj's life turned after the Jallianwala Bagh massacre. He served as Chief Minister of Madras and was posthumously awarded the Bharat Ratna.
Supreme Court Pulls Up Patna High Court Over 'Grabbing Breast Not Rape Attempt' Order
The Patna High Court recently held that removing a woman's salwar and pressing her chest is not sufficient to prove an attempt to rape
TTD Observes Koil Alwar Tirumanjanam At Tirumala
The purification ritual was conducted in accordance with Agama traditions. During the ceremony, the temple premises from Ananda Nilayam to Bangaru Vakili, along with the sub-shrines, temple courtyard, Potu, walls, roof and puja articles, were cleansed with water.
Kauvery Hospital , Alwarpet, has successfully treated two failing heart valves in a patient without repeat open-heart surgery, in what is believed to be the world's first reported completely catheter-based treatment following a Ross procedure. Dr. R Anantharaman, Director for Transcatheter Heart Valve Therapies, Dr Mahesh Kumar Medical Superintendentand team of cardiologists and cardiac surgeons The procedure was performed on a 58-year-old man who had undergone a complex heart valve operation nearly 25 years ago. He had previously undergone the Ross procedure, in which the patient's own pulmonary valve is moved to replace the diseased aortic valve (known as an aortic autograft), while the pulmonary valve is replaced with a donated human valve (known as a pulmonary homograft). Although the Ross procedure provides excellent long-term outcomes, both valves can deteriorate over time and may require further intervention. The patient presented with severe aortic regurgitation, severe pulmonary regurgitation with moderate pulmonary stenosis, severe pulmonary hypertension and moderate mitral regurgitation. He had repeated admissions for heart failure with severe swelling of the legs and abdomen, impaired kidney and liver function, and severe breathlessness. He was unable to sleep comfortably and was in New York Heart Association Class IIIIV heart failure. He had consulted multiple centres where repeat open-heart surgery was considered prohibitively high risk because of the complexity of a second operation. Even a catheter-based approach was considered extremely challenging. Following a detailed evaluation using three-dimensional echocardiography and cardiac CT imaging, the multidisciplinary heart team at Kauvery Heart Institute identified the possibility of treating both failing valves through a completely catheter-based approach without repeat open-heart surgery. Since no similar case had been reported in the published medical literature, the treatment strategy was reviewed extensively by the hospital's heart team led by Dr Rajaram Anantharaman, Director of Transcatheter Heart Valve Therapies and an international panel of experts before proceeding. The pulmonary homograft was initially prepared by placing covered stents, followed by balloon dilatation, before implanting a Medtronic Melody transcatheter pulmonary valve. The failing aortic autograft was then treated with an Edwards Sapien 3 Ultra Resilia balloon-expandable valve. As there was no calcium within the valve to help anchor the replacement valve, the procedure required meticulous planning and precise execution, with AI predictive modeling with virtual Valve implant. It was performed in a hybrid operating room under general anaesthesia with continuous transoesophageal echocardiography guidance. The patient made an uneventful recovery and was discharged after a short stay in the intensive care unit. At his two-week follow-up, his symptoms had improved markedly. The swelling had completely resolved, he had returned to New York Heart Association Class I functional status, was sleeping comfortably, and was able to walk for 2030 minutes without any limitation. Dr. Rajaram Anantharaman, Director for Transcatheter Heart Valve Therapies Kauvery Heart Institute, Alwarpet , said," Patients with failure of both the aortic autograft and pulmonary homograft after a Ross procedure have very limited treatment options because repeat surgery carries considerable risk. Careful imaging, meticulous procedural planning and close collaboration across multiple specialties enabled us to successfully replace both valves using a catheter-based approach without reopening the chest. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first reported case of a completely percutaneous double transcatheter Ross rescue strategy in the published world literature. This case opens the possibility of treating carefully selected high-risk patients who otherwise may not have a viable treatment option. " Dr. Aravindan Selvaraj, Co-founder and Executive Director, Kauvery Group of Hospitals , added," Advanced structural heart interventions are transforming the way complex valve diseases are treated. Performing a procedure of this complexity requires experienced clinical teams, advanced imaging, hybrid operating room facilities and seamless coordination across specialties. This achievement reflects the advanced expertise and infrastructure available at Kauvery Heart Institute and our continued commitment to bringing the latest evidence-based treatment options to patients in India ."
Hema Malini Celebrates 60 Years in Film with Bollywood Legends
Mumbai, July 11: Bollywoods iconic actress Hema Malini celebrated her remarkable 60-year film career at a grand event attended by several industry stalwarts. Notable actors Jeetendra, Shatrughan Sinha, and director Rakesh Roshan shared the stage, reminiscing about their past experiences together. Jeetendra and Rakesh Roshan arrived together, followed shortly by Shatrughan Sinha. The trio greeted ... Read more Hema Malini Celebrates 60 Years in Film with Bollywood Legends
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An 80-year-old man was found dead with hands and legs tied after a robbery in Alwar.
TTD To Hold Annual Festival in Vijayawada Tomorrow
However, as part of an annual temple festival, Koil Alwar Thirumanjanam will be performed in the temple.
