Ethnic Wear Gets A Modern Update
Ethnic fashion is evolving beyond traditional silhouettes, with designers and fashion enthusiasts giving classic Indian styles a contemporary edge. The latest trends combine familiar cuts, flowing fabrics and traditional details with relaxed tailoring and versatile styling. The result is occasion wear that feels festive while remaining comfortable and easy to personalise. Farshi Salwar Suit The dramatic Farshi salwar is making a strong return, bringing a regal quality to the traditional salwar suit. Its floor-skimming, voluminous silhouette can be styled with shorter kurtas, embroidered dupattas or contemporary blouses. For a more modern appearance, pair the flowing bottoms with a structured top
Raj civic poll results: BJP retains top spot; lesser vote share gap with Cong sends notice
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Sep 15 (IANS) The BJP may have emerged as the larger winner in Rajasthans urban local body elections, but the numbers tell a more complicated political story. With the BJP securing 35.30 per cent of the vote against 34.36 per cent for Congress, the gap between the two principal parties is just 0.94 percentage points, a margin too narrow to ignore ahead of the 2028 Assembly elections. On the surface, the Rajasthan civic election results appear to favour the BJP. It has won more seats and secured clear majorities in more urban local bodies than Congress. But beneath that headline result lies a political contest that is far tighter than the seat tally suggests. The narrow gap in voting percentage is perhaps the most politically significant number to emerge from the elections. The results were expected to provide an early indication of Rajasthans urban political mood ahead of the 2028 Assembly elections. Instead, they have produced a mixed verdict: the BJP has the organisational and seat advantage, but the Congress remains firmly in the contest in terms of popular support. And then there is the third force, the Independents. Independent candidates collectively secured 27.47 per cent of the vote, underlining the extent to which local political equations remain fragmented and candidate-driven. The RLP secured 0.95 per cent, AAP 0.47 per cent, CPI(M) 0.32 per cent, BSP 0.29 per cent, and BAP 0.13 per cent vote share. The numbers suggest that Rajasthans urban electorate has not consolidated completely behind either of the two major parties. The BJP secured a clear majority in 85 civic bodies, compared with 45 for the Congress party. Independents and other parties crossed the majority mark in another 34 bodies. That leaves 145 of Rajasthans 309 urban local bodies without a clear majority. This is where the election moves from a simple winner-loser contest into a political bargaining exercise. In these 145 bodies, Independents could determine who controls the municipal boards. The BJP and Congress now face the same challenge: turning electoral leads into political majorities. For both parties, the scramble for Independents is not merely about municipal boards. It is also about demonstrating political momentum. For the BJP, the task is to ensure that its advantage in seats translates into control on the ground. For Congress, the opportunity is to convert its narrow vote-share deficit into political gains wherever the BJP lacks the numbers to govern on its own. The battle after the election could therefore prove almost as important as the battle during it. The contest becomes particularly significant in the municipal corporations. Of Rajasthans 10 municipal corporations, the BJP has secured clear majorities in Jaipur, Kota, Udaipur and Bhilwara, while Congress has a majority in Bikaner. But five corporations remain politically unsettled: Bharatpur, Pali, Alwar, Ajmer and Jodhpur. Jodhpur is the clearest example of the new political arithmetic. The BJP and Congress have 44 councillors each, leaving Independents in a potentially decisive position. The message from Jodhpur is stark: neither major party can take control for granted. Bharatpur presents another test, with Independents positioned to influence the formation of the board. In Alwar, the BJP has the advantage but falls short of a majority. In Ajmer and Pali, Congress is ahead but still needs additional support. These contests could become early laboratories for the political strategies the two parties take for the 2028 Assembly election. The political significance of the results extends well beyond the municipal corporations. There is no clear BJP or Congress majority in 18 municipal councils and 122 municipalities. That means the Independent councillor has emerged as one of the most important political actors in Rajasthans post-election landscape. For the BJP, winning over Independents will be critical to consolidating its seat advantage. For the Congress, these same councillors offer an opportunity to challenge the BJP dominance in closely fought bodies. The coming days could therefore see intense negotiations, outreach and realignment at the local level. The question is not simply who won the most seats. It is who can assemble the numbers to govern. These civic elections were conducted against the backdrop of the One State-One Election concept, but their political implications go far beyond municipal administration. The BJP can point to its larger seat tally and stronger performance across several major urban centres. Congress, however, can point to a vote share of only 0.94 percentage points behind the ruling party. If the BJP succeeds in converting its leads into stable civic administrations, it will strengthen its claim that its organisational machinery remains dominant in Rajasthans urban centres. If the Congress manages to capture boards in a significant number of hung bodies by bringing Independents into its camp, it could present the results as evidence that the BJPs electoral advantage is narrower than the seat count suggests. The Independent councillor, meanwhile, could become the unlikely protagonist of this political contest. For now, the Rajasthan civic verdict has delivered neither a decisive BJP sweep nor a Congress revival. It has produced something more politically interesting: a BJP advantage, a closely trailing Congress, and 145 civic bodies where the final winner is yet to be determined. And with 2028 on the horizon, Rajasthans municipal arithmetic may prove to be an early warning -- or an early opportunity -- for both sides.
In Indian culture, both Spring and Winter are celebrated with great enthusiasm and gaiety; Spring almost all over the country and Winter in the warmer regions south of the Himalayas. However, there is another season, the advent of which is a harbinger of happiness and hope ... and that is the rainy season, or the Monsoon as it is also known. It brings happiness because it cools down the troublesome summer heat, and hope because water, especially cool water, on dry earth is always a symbol of hope. And yet, the effect of rains is felt quite differently in the hills and plains. In the hills even a light shower brings down the temperature considerably, adding a chill to the already cool air. In the plains it is an early sign of the onset of Monsoon - which is celebrated with the greatest fervour in the extremely hot and dry northern belt. After the baking temperatures of May and June followed by the itchy humidity of July, vibrant August brings the much-awaited, life-giving rains. In hot, dry, landlocked northern India, the Monsoon - coming after the terrible, relentless Summer heat - is even more welcome than Spring. It is not difficult to imagine the joy of people at the first showers the wonderful hydrating effect of the rain water on parched earth; the filling up of rivers, ponds and wells long dry; the flowering of bushes and shrubs; the sprouting of fresh new leaves; the joyful singing of birds, who have a difficult time looking for drinking water in the hot summer. And above all, the cool, refreshing breezes instead of the devastating loo winds that create desert-like conditions. The Monsoons give Nature a head-to-toe bath, as layers of dust are washed away and every tree gets a clean new look with glistening leaves. Old and young alike, long suffering under the merciless Sun, come out of their homes to meet and greet their neighbours and celebrate the rains together. The biggest Monsoon festival of North India - Teej is celebrated across Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana, Jammu, Uttar Pradesh and Bihar. The villages of the plains of North India present a picture of health and cheer during Teej, with everyone dressed in bright clothes and brighter smiles! Teej becomes the perfect opportunity to socialise, as the pleasant weather breathes new life into the people. The lush greenery, fresh air and cool weather inspire the village folk to gather together in courtyards and community spaces, singing folk songs to welcome the rains. Groups of village children can be seen taking rain-baths, diving into ponds with gleeful shouts and splashing in out of puddles with abandon. The menfolk express their joy by dancing the energetic bhangra to the peppy beats of the dhol, in their colourful turbans and folk dresses. The festival becomes an occasion for women to travel to their parental homes (peka in Punjabi), reunite with family and childhood friends, and spend time with their parents and siblings. The first Teej of newly-wedded young women becomes even more special as they receive a gift hamper of new clothes and bangles from their maika or peehar (parental home). Both, married women and unmarried young girls put on their best and brightest clothes saree, salwar-kameez or lehenga. Pinks, blues and yellows mix with greens and reds, the traditional Teej colours. Women and girls come out in droves, shining in their attractive attires, chattering and laughing, the palms of their hands adorned with deep red mehndi designs. On the occasion of Teej, rope swings (peeng / jhoola) are hung from strong branches of sturdy trees like mango and peepal, where women and girls take turns swinging in singles or in pairs. What a lovely scene it is: ladies adorned in finery, swinging away merrily under large shady trees, their veils (chunni / odhni) fluttering in the breeze, bangles tinkling rhythmically with the to-and-fro motion ! The days come alive with womenfolk performing lively Giddha dances while reciting traditional boliyan (couplets on village life). Bangle-sellers displaying bright, colourful glass bangles walk through villages with their portable stalls, singing Vangaan chadhaalo kudiyonmerebaba de darbaar diyaan (O girls, put on these blessed bangles). Rajasthani women in their multi-coloured striped leheriya attires and traditional jewellery can be heard singing Aayo Aayo Teej Tyohar (Teej festival has arrived !) and Aayi Sawaniye Ri Teej (The Monsoon has come !). Could any Indian festival be complete without a fair ?! Local Teej fairs (Teeyan da Mela) feature artisans offering intricate henna applications, folk music competitions, and traditional village games. And then, can there be any celebration without sweets ? Families lovingly prepare and share traditional sweets Ghevar (delicately-flavoured sweet shaped like a large disc), Gujia (deep-fried pastry filled with khoya and coconut) and Malpua (small syrup-soaked pancakes sprinkled with dry fruits). To balance the sweet flavour, there is the savoury kachaudi (a thick poori with a spicy potato filling). Not only in the plains and foothills, the Monsoons are also celebrated in mountainous Himachal Pradesh, most notably through traditional harvest and cultural fairs. The most prominent of these is the week-long Minjar Fair in Chamba, which celebrates the ripening of maize crops. Local communities mark the season with folk songs, village rituals, traditional music, and colourful processions, with people dressed in attractive folk dresses. Regional delicacies are prepared and enjoyed daily during the season. Coming after the scorching heat of the torrid summer, the rains soak and soften the cracked earth turning it soft, moist and receptive. In this way, the Monsoon plays a vital role in preparing the hard, dry farmland for the Kharif crop. Rice and maize, sown just before the Monsoon, are heavily dependent on the rains as these crops need plenty of water, especially in areas where artificial irrigation is unreliable or simply unavailable. Thus, to small farmers, the Monsoon comes like Gods gift. Perhaps it would not be wrong to say that in Indian culture, vibrant Monsoon festivals are the most awaited, as these are not just religious or cultural events; but a celebration of the rejuvenating aspect of Nature and Natures gift of life in the form of rainwater. T he author is a free-lance writer, editor and translator.
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Salal Dam spillway gates to open from September 15 for silt flushing
Ramban, Sep 14: The Salal Power Station authorities have issued an advisory to the general public of Reasi district and villages located upstream and downstream of the Salal Dam, warning of a likely rise and fluctuation in the water level of the Chenab River due to the opening of the dams spillway gates for reservoir silt flushing. According to a public notice issued by the Office of the General Manager (Incharge), Salal Power Station, Jyotipuram, the spillway gates of Salal Dam will be opened from September 15, 2026, at 6 pm for silt flushing. The authorities said the discharge in the Chenab River is expected to remain high during the process, which may result in fluctuations in water levels both upstream and downstream of the dam. People living in villages upstream of the dam, including Dharan, Thanpal, Arnas, Sai, Lanjian, Narloo, Gari and Salmot, and downstream areas including Gujjar Kothi, Siyad Baba, Bidda, Kachhi Khera, Talwara, Nambla, Vijaypur, Bara Dari, Patta, Kashi Patta, Jedhi, Panasa, Babber, Chumndian, Dera Baba Banda Bahadur and Seri, have been advised to remain alert. The Salal Power Station has specifically advised the public not to enter or go near the Chenab River, and said that movement of people, vehicles and cattle or other animals into the river could be dangerous during the silt-flushing operation. The authorities have urged residents to exercise extreme caution and keep away from the riverbanks to avoid any untoward incident. The notice cautioned that anyone violating the advisory or entering the river area during the period would do so at their own risk and responsibility, and that the Salal Power Station management would not be responsible for any consequences. The advisory has also been circulated to the Deputy Commissioner Reasi, police authorities, Irrigation and Flood Control Department, CISF, Tehsildars, Fisheries Department, District Information Office and concerned police stations for necessary action and wider public awareness.
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Sep 14 (IANS) The results of elections to 10 municipal corporations in Rajasthan were declared on Monday. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) secured a majority in Jaipur, Udaipur, Bhilwara and Kota, while Congress secured a clear majority in Bikaner. Independent candidates are set to play a crucial role in board formation in Pali, Ajmer, Bharatpur and Jodhpur. Congress emerged as the largest party in Pali and Ajmer, while the BJP was the single-largest party in Alwar. Jodhpur witnessed a close contest between Congress and the BJP, while Independents emerged as the largest group in Bharatpur. Results for four wards in Jaipur and one ward in Jodhpur have been withheld due to re-polling. The results for these wards will be declared after the re-poll. Congress candidate Gazanfar Ali registered Rajasthan's biggest victory in Jaipur, winning Ward number 113 by a margin of 10,014 votes. In the high-profile Ward number 112, BJP candidate and former Jaipur Mayor Jyoti Khandelwal lost the election. Former state BJP spokesperson Vimal Katiyar also lost from Ward number 35 by 1,461 votes. Congress city district president Omkar Verma lost from Ward number 42 by 279 votes. In Ward number 51, 21-year-old Congress candidate Saraswati Prajapat won the election. Meanwhile, national-level football player and BJP candidate Vikas Raghwani won from Ward number 28. In Ward number 99, BJP candidate Nikita defeated former Congress Mayor Kunti Deora. Hitanshi Sharma, the daughter-in-law of the brother of former Union Minister Girija Vyas, won from Ward number 73. Poonam Kunwar, the wife of Udaipur city Congress president Fateh Singh Rathore, won from Ward number 17. Atul Chandaliya and Akash Vagrecha, brothers of the sons-in-law of Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria, won from Ward numbers 78 and 5, respectively. Results for 99 of the 100 wards in the Jodhpur Municipal Corporation have been declared. Congress and the BJP have won 44 seats each. Independents secured 10 seats, while one seat went to a candidate from the Rashtriya Loktantrik Party (RLP). The result for one ward has been withheld and will be declared after a re-poll at one of the booths. With Congress and the BJP tied at 44 seats each, Independent Councillors are likely to play a decisive role in the race for the Mayor's post. Following the Rajasthan civic body results, Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma and State BJP President Madan Rathore celebrated with party workers at the state BJP office. Supporters of Independent candidate Vikram Singh, who won from Ward number 29 in Jaipur, also celebrated his victory. BJP candidate Sunil Kothari's supporters celebrated his victory from Ward number 112 of the Jaipur Municipal Corporation. Former Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot accused the BJP government of using police pressure to influence Congress and Independent Councillors following the civic body poll results. Gehlot on social media platform X said that the BJP, attled by its defeat in the urban body elections, was allegedly attempting to influence Independent and Congress Councillors in Jodhpur and Alwar to secure Mayoral posts. He also alleged that the BJP was misusing the police to achieve this. State BJP President Madan Rathore described the election results as public approval of the state government's development work. He said the BJP had received wo-and-a-half to three times more support than last time and claimed that the party had achieved 90 per cent success in the municipal corporations. Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma also termed the civic poll results an endorsement of the state government's work over the past two-and-a-half years under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership. He dedicated the victory to the people and BJP workers. Re-polling will be held at five polling booths in the Jaipur Municipal Corporation area following technical malfunctions in EVMs. The booths are Number 111 in Ward number 9, Number 235 in Ward number 18, Number 343 in Ward number 25, and Booth numbers 477 and 484 in Ward number 34. The votes from these booths could not be counted due to the technical problems. The re-poll will determine the final results in the affected wards. Results for Rajasthan's 47 municipal councils and 252 municipalities were also declared on Monday. The results will determine the political balance in the state's urban local bodies, followed by contests for the posts of Chairpersons and Presidents. Key results from Bikaner, Kota, Udaipur, Alwar, Ajmer, Bharatpur, Pali and Bhilwara have emerged as important indicators of the political strength of the BJP, Congress and Independent candidates across Rajasthan.
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Rajasthan Municipal Election Results: Tight Race Between Congress and BJP in Alwar and Other Cities
Alwars municipal election results show a close contest between Congress and BJP, with independents also making their mark. Rajasthan Municipal Election Results: Tight Race Between Congress and BJP in Alwar and Other Cities
Police Detain Three in Alwar After Deaths of Young Men
Three young men died in Alwar, Rajasthan, leading police to detain suspects as investigations into the incident continue. Police Detain Three in Alwar After Deaths of Young Men
Amid tight security, the counting of votes for Alwar Municipal Corporation Election will start at 8 am. Voting for these urban local bodies took place in two phases---on September 9 and September 11. Voter turnout was 76.41 per cent across 162 bodies in the first phase and 71.69 per cent across 147 bodies in the second phase. The combined turnout for both phases stood at 74.05 per cent.
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Inter-state gang targeting Char Dham pilgrims busted, key accused arrested
Digital Desk | Chamoli, Sep 12 (IANS) The Chamoli Police in Uttarakhand have invoked the Gangsters Act against an organised inter-state gang allegedly involved in pickpocketing and cheating pilgrims during the ongoing Char Dham Yatra, with the gang leader arrested from Devprayag. The accused, identified as 26-year-old Sunil Kumar, a native of Bharatpur in Rajasthan and currently residing in Punjab's Bathinda was arrested on September 11 following sustained technical surveillance and ground-level intelligence gathering. According to the police, the gang took advantage of the heavy rush of devotees during the Char Dham Yatra and systematically targeted pilgrims. The investigation revealed that the accused were not part of an ordinary or loosely connected group but were operating as an organised inter-state criminal gang. A case was registered at Kotwali Shri Badrinath on April 27, 2026, under various sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). As the investigation progressed, police established links between the accused and a wider organised network involved in targeting pilgrims. Police had earlier arrested four members of the gang. They were identified as Krishna Kumar, 28, a resident of Punjab's Bathinda; Diya, 25, a resident of Mor Mandi in Bathinda; Sunil Kumar, 26, a native of Rajasthan's Bharatpur and currently residing in Bathinda; and Lalit Kumar, 31, a resident of Rajasthan's Alwar. During interrogation, police uncovered details of the gang's activities and found that its members had allegedly targeted pilgrims not only in the Badrinath Dham area but also in Kedarnath Dham. A separate case in connection with similar incidents has also been registered at Sonprayag police station. According to the police, the findings in both cases established the organised and inter-state nature of the gang's criminal activities. Chamoli Police subsequently prepared a detailed gang chart and obtained approval from the District Magistrate before initiating action under the Gangsters Act against the gang and its members. Police teams maintained continuous surveillance on the suspects and combined technical inputs with information collected on the ground. The coordinated investigation eventually helped them trace the gang leader. Based on technical surveillance, Sunil Kumar was arrested from Devprayag on September 11. Police said the action is an important step towards ensuring the safety of pilgrims during the Char Dham Yatra and curbing organised criminal activities targeting devotees.
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], September 12: Kauvery Hospital, Alwarpet has advanced its spine care programme with the successful introduction of endoscopic fusion surgery, a first-of-its-kind procedure in Chennai. The technique offers a minimally invasive alternative for selected patients who require spinal fusion but may benefit from a smaller surgical footprint than traditional open surgery or standard minimally invasive surgery (MIS).
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Tejashwi Yadav seeks statues, state-level functions for late Sharad Yadav, Ram Vilas Paswan
Digital Desk | Patna, Sep 11 (IANS) Bihar Leader of the Opposition, Tejashwi Yadav, has written to Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary seeking the installation of life-size statues of three late political stalwarts and former Union ministers Sharad Yadav, Raghuvansh Prasad Singh and Ram Vilas Paswan at prominent locations in the state. Tejashwi has also urged the government to observe their birth and death anniversaries as state-level functions to formally honour their contributions to Bihar. In his letter, Tejashwi described late Raghuvansh Prasad Singh, Sharad Yadav and Ram Vilas Paswan as eminent personalities who made significant contributions to Bihar through their social commitments and decades of political engagement. He said the people of Bihar would continue to draw inspiration from their lives, work and achievements. Tejashwi also referred to demands raised by the late Raghuvansh Prasad Singh shortly before his death. According to Tejashwi, Raghuvansh Prasad Singh had written to the then Bihar Chief Minister expressing his desire for certain issues to be addressed. Tejashwi claimed that even after six years, no positive action had been taken on those demands. He urged Chief Minister Choudhary to examine the pending requests and take the necessary steps to fulfil them. In his letter, Tejashwi highlighted Sharad Yadavs long political career in both the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha. He described the veteran Socialist leader as an important figure in the politics of social justice and said Sharad Yadav worked for the uplift of marginalised and backward sections of society. Tejashwi also described Ram Vilas Paswan as a prominent champion of social justice and Socialism. He said Paswan devoted his public life to the social uplift, security and development of disadvantaged, oppressed and neglected sections of society. The demand comes amid a broader political debate in Bihar over the public recognition of the legacies of the states prominent leaders, with different political parties and leaders seeking memorials, statues and official honours for their respective political icons.
Rajasthan: As rain returns, yellow alert issued for Alwar, Dholpur
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Sep 11 (IANS) The monsoon is showing signs of becoming active again in Rajasthan, with a fresh spell of rain expected to begin in parts of eastern Rajasthan from Friday. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued warnings for thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds of 30-40 kmph in several districts. A yellow alert has been issued for districts including Alwar, Baran, Bharatpur, Dausa, Deeg, Dholpur, Jhalawar, Karauli, Khairthal-Tijara, Kota, Kotputli-Behror, and Sawai Madhopur. Light to moderate rainfall is likely in parts of the Bharatpur, Jaipur, and Kota divisions on September 11. In Jaipur and surrounding areas, clouds may build during the afternoon, with thunderstorms and rain possible at some locations. However, rainfall is not expected to be uniform across the entire district or division. Rainfall activity is expected to increase across parts of the Jaipur, Bharatpur, Kota, Ajmer, and Udaipur divisions between September 12 and 16. Several districts, including Alwar, Dholpur, Karauli, Sawai Madhopur, Tonk, Bundi, Baran, Jhalawar, Bhilwara, Chittorgarh, Pratapgarh, Banswara, Dungarpur, and Rajsamand, may receive light to moderate rain during this period. The Kota-Hadoti region, comprising Kota, Bundi, Baran, and Jhalawar, is likely to see increased rainfall activity on September 13 and 14. Moderate to heavy rain may occur at isolated locations in the Udaipur division and parts of southern Rajasthan. According to the IMD, a low-pressure area formed over the northwest Bay of Bengal and adjoining areas on Friday. The system is expected to increase moisture over eastern Rajasthan, while strengthening easterly winds (purvai) around September 12 is likely to further support rainfall activity. The IMD has also reported a cyclonic circulation over northwestern Uttar Pradesh extending up to about 3.1 km above sea level. A trough extends from northern Haryana towards the low-pressure area over the Bay of Bengal through Uttar Pradesh and Jharkhand. The monsoon trough is also extending towards the Bay of Bengal
India and Japan hold joint exercise Veer Guardian 2026 in Jodhpur
Indian and Japanese fighter jets are training together this month in Exercise Veer Guardian 2026, running at Air Force Station Jodhpur from September 9-22. India is fielding its Tejas, Su-30 MKI and Rafale, while Japan brings its F-2A, a fighter derived from the F-16 and nicknamed Viper Zero. Over fourteen days, pilots and engineers from both sides will fly joint missions and hold technical exchanges on safety, mission planning and tactics. The exercise matters because fighter drills demand real-time coordination, shared procedures for identification, intelligence sharing and deconfliction, something far harder to build than routine military exchanges. For Japan, operating far from home in Indian airspace offers valuable experience as it strengthens its self-defense forces. For India, it's a chance to understand JASDF's operating style firsthand.#VeerGuardian2026 #VeerGuardian #IndiaJapan #IAF #JASDF #IndianAirForce #JapanAirForce #Tejas #Su30MKI #Rafale #F2A #ViperZero #FighterJets #AirForce #MilitaryExercise #DefenceNews #IndiaDefence #JapanDefence #IndoPacific #IndiaJapanRelations #MilitaryCooperation #AerialWarfare #DefenceUpdate #IndianDefence #Japan #India #Jodhpur
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ACB Arrests ASI in Reasi for Accepting Bribe
JAMMU, Sept 10: The Jammu and Kashmir Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) on Thursday arrested an Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI), Talib Hussain, posted at Police Post Talwara in Reasi district, for allegedly demanding and accepting a bribe of 5,000. According to the ACB, a case under FIR No. 08/2026 , Section 7 of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988, was registered at ACB Police Station Udhampur against the accused police official. The ACB said that Hussain, who was working as the Investigating Officer in a case, allegedly demanded illegal gratification from the complainant in return for presenting the charge sheet (challan) against the accused persons before the court. Unwilling to pay the demanded bribe, the complainant approached the Anti-Corruption Bureau and sought legal action. The Bureau subsequently conducted a discreet verification of the complaint, which, it said, confirmed the demand for illegal gratification. Following the verification, a trap team headed by a Deputy Superintendent of Police-rank officer was constituted. During the trap operation, the ACB team allegedly caught ASI Talib Hussain red-handed while he was demanding and accepting Rs 5,000 from the complainant. The accused officer was arrested on the spot following due legal procedure. The bribe money was also recovered from his possession in the presence of independent witnesses. The ACB said that further investigation into the case is underway. The Bureau further stated that the latest operation marks the second successful trap laid at Police Post Talwara in Reasi district during 2026.
India and Japan jhold joint exercise Veer Guardian 2026 in Jodhpur
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ACB arrests ASI for accepting Rs 5,000 bribe in Reasi
Jammu: The Jammu and Kashmir Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) on Thursday arrested an Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) for allegedly demanding and accepting a Rs 5,000 bribe at Police Post Talwara in Reasi district, officials said. In a statement, a spokesperson said that the ACB had trapped and arrested ASI Talib Hussain, posted at Police Post Talwara, in []
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Kanhaiya Mittal Discusses Faith and AIs Impact on Indian Culture in Alwar
Kanhaiya Mittal addresses faith in Khatu Shyam Baba, AIs role in society, and social equality during his visit to Alwar. Kanhaiya Mittal Discusses Faith and AIs Impact on Indian Culture in Alwar
Asian Games: Shiv Kapur backs Indian golfers to end 24-year gold drought
Former Asian Games gold medallist Shiv Kapur believes India's golfers have the talent to end the country's long wait for another gold at the continental showpiece, saying anything less than the top prize would be a disappointment at the upcoming Aichi-Nagoya Games. India will be represented by a six-member golf squad at the Asian Games, with Aditi Ashok, Diksha Dagar and Pranavi Urs making up the women's team and Yuvraj Sandhu, Veer Ahlawat and Saptak Talwar featuring in the men's competition. The team was selected on the basis of world rankings. Kapur, who won the individual gold at the 2002 Asian Games, said the achievement remains the biggest of his career and hoped the current generation can break India's gold-medal drought in golf. 2002 is still fresh in my mind. It has been almost 25 years, but if anyone asks me what my number one achievement in golf, or the number one achievement in my career, is, it is still winning the gold medal, Kapur said on the sidelines of the jersey
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Chennai Open: Ajeetesh Sandhu opens two-shot lead
Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 9 (IANS) Ajeetesh Sandhu fired a six-under 66 to open a two-shot lead after the second round of the INR 1 crore Chennai Open 2026, here at the TNGF Cosmo Golf Course. The 37-year-old from Chandigarh (65-66), who began the day sharing the lead, made eight birdies against two bogeys to reach 13-under 131 at the halfway stage. Sandhu, a five-time winner on the DP World PGTI and a former Asian Tour champion, moved two strokes clear of overnight co-leader Stepan Danek. The 29-year-old Czech Republic golfer (65-68) made six birdies and two bogeys in a four-under 68 to take sole possession of second place at 11-under 133. Delhis Rashid Khan (66-68), winner of the Telangana Open in Vikarabad two weeks ago, occupied third place at 10-under 134. His four-under 68 included an eagle on the par-five 18th, four birdies and two bogeys. Sandhu played both nines in three-under but particularly enjoyed the front nine, which was his second nine of the day, because it contains some of the courses more demanding holes. The front nine is a little trickier and has a few holes that really demand your attention, Sandhu said. I managed to make birdies on a couple of those holes, so that was enjoyable. Sandhu felt he struck the ball better than during the opening round and found his rhythm earlier. A couple of timely par saves helped him settle before his late setback, a three-putt bogey on the eighth. Overall, it was a pretty solid round, he said. I found my rhythm early and made a couple of important saves, which helped build momentum. After that, it was fairly smooth sailing. The three-putt bogey on the eighth was disappointing, but there are still two rounds to play. This is Sandhus first appearance at the TNGF Cosmo Golf Course. His only previous tournament in Chennai came during his first season as a professional. I liked the course as soon as I played it during the Pro-Am, he said. It suits my eye. It is tree-lined and tricky, so Im pleased with how Ive played so far. Sandhu has also enjoyed the local cuisine, turning to idlis and dosas as part of his preparation for the humid conditions. Im a big fan of South Indian food, he said. Ive been having plenty of dosas and idlis, especially at breakfast. Idlis are good fuel for the round, so Ill continue with that. Current Race to DP World India Championship leader Saptak Talwar (67-68) moved up from tied sixth to tied fourth at nine-under 135, alongside Noida golfers Gaurav Pratap Singh (69-66) and Amardeep Malik (67-68). Defending champion N Thangaraja of Sri Lanka followed his opening 69 with a 70 to move into a share of 11th place at five-under 139. The halfway cut fell at even-par 144, with 52 players from the field of 132 advancing to the final two rounds.
Is Shai-Hulud back? Researchers spot 'wormy boy' slipping past npm malware scanning features
After a 111-day hiatus, Aikido detected a previously-documented Shai-Hulud worm payload in four npm package releases published this week
Digital Desk | Mumbai, September 9 (IANS) Bollywood veteran star Sharmila Tagore and the Pataudi familys priceless memories from the 1980s were shared by Saba Pataudi on Tuesday. The jewellery designer shared a series of rare childhood pictures featuring her mother Sharmila Tagore, father, Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi, siblings Saif Ali Khan, Soha Ali Khan, and herself. Taking to her social media account, Saba posted a carousel of unseen family pictures from the 1980s. The opening picture shows a smiling Sharmila Tagore with husband Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi and their three children during a family gathering. The other pictures capture young Saif, Soha and Saba sharing candid moments with their mother. The post also includes pictures of a young Sharmila Tagore with her children, and many more adorable sibling moments of Soha and Saba. The photos also comprise of recent moments of Saba with Saif Ali Khan. For the uninitiated, Mansoor Ali Khan who passed away in 2011, was a stalwart cricketer. Talking about Sharmila Tagore, the actress who hails from the family of Guru Rabindranath Tagore, was a very successful actress of the late 60s and early 70s era of Bollywood. Soha Ali Khan and Saif Ali Khan are successful actors from the Hindi film industry while Saba chose to stay away from cinema professionally. For the uninitiated, Bollywood star Kareena Kapoor is the sister-in-law of Saba Pataudi. She is married to Saif Ali Khan and the couple are parents to two sons, Taimur Ali Khan and Jehangir Ali Khan. Actor Kunal Kemmu is the brother-in-law of Saba with him being married to Soha Ali Khan.
Amid tight security, the polling in the first phase of Rajasthan's urban local body elections underway on Wednesday across 162 civic bodies across the state, including 18 in Jaipur district. In this election, more than 20,000 candidates are in the fray for 5,393 councillor posts in the first phase. Polling started at 7 am and will continue till 6 pm. The four municipal corporations where polling underway in the first phase include Alwar, Bharatpur, Bikaner and Bhilwara.
Jodhpur High Court building case: 7 arrested, 1 detained after SIT probe into construction defects
Digital Desk | Jodhpur, Sep 9 (IANS) Jodhpur Police have arrested seven people and detained an eighth in connection with an investigation into alleged irregularities and serious construction defects in the new Rajasthan High Court building in Jodhpur. Police Commissioner Anshuman Bhomia outlined the investigation and arrests at a Press conference. According to police, a Special Investigation Team (SIT) found the roles of the construction company, firms and individuals associated with the fire-safety system, and officials responsible for supervising the project to be suspicious. Construction of the new High Court building began in 2011 and the structure was handed over in 2019, according to the police. Various defects were reported after the handover, including the collapse of false ceilings, a fire in Courtroom No. 2, cracks in the central dome and damage to pillars. Several institutions, including IIT Jodhpur, IIT Bombay and PTMES, subsequently conducted audits and surveys to assess the condition of the building. Following the findings, police constituted an SIT to conduct a detailed investigation. Samples were collected from the building and sent for forensic examination, while expert opinions were also sought. Police said the investigation raised questions about the role of companies supplying construction materials, agencies involved in executing the work, and individuals responsible for installing the fire-safety system. The role of officials of the Rajasthan State Road Development and Construction Corporation (RSRDC), who were responsible for overseeing and supervising the project, also came under scrutiny. According to the Police Commissioner, the investigation found evidence pointing to alleged criminal breach of trust involving officials. Police formed 12 special teams and four cyber teams to trace the suspects. Raids were conducted at multiple locations in Rajasthan, including Jodhpur, Jaipur, Kota, Bundi and Ajmer, as well as in Alwar, Delhi-NCR, Gurugram, Noida, Patiala and Kapurthala in Punjab, and Haridwar in Uttarakhand. Police said Varendra Garg, owner of VCL Group/Varendra Construction Company, the primary construction firm associated with the project, was detained in Haridwar late on Monday night. According to police, Garg had been changing locations to evade arrest. He was traced with the help of technical surveillance and coordination with police in other states. Jodhpur Police had announced a reward of 50,000 for information leading to his arrest. Police said eight individuals have been located in connection with the case. Seven have been arrested, while the process of arresting the eighth suspect was underway. Those arrested include Jitendra Sharma, then Assistant Engineer with RSRDC; Naveen Rai, then Project Manager with RSRDC; Rameshwar Dayal and Gopal Lal, who were associated with the installation of the fire-safety system; Deepak Mittal, formerly with RSRDC and currently an Executive Engineer in Jaipur; and Ajay Kishan Mutha, then Assistant Engineer with RSRDC. Police said the arrested accused have been taken on remand and are being questioned. Investigators said further action could follow if the enquiry establishes the involvement of additional individuals, officials or companies.
Voting begins in 162 Urban Local Bodies across Rajasthan amid tight security at polling booths
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Sep 9 (IANS) Voting for the first phase of Rajasthans Urban Local Body elections began at 7:00 a.m. on Wednesday and will continue until 6:00 p.m., with stringent security arrangements in place across polling centres. The first phase covers 162 Urban Local Bodies across 39 districts, including 131 municipalities, 27 municipal councils and four municipal corporations including Bharatpur, Alwar, Bikaner and Bhilwara. More than 57.52 lakh voters are eligible to cast their ballots to determine the fate of 20,623 candidates. Polling is being conducted at 7,067 booths across 6,930 polling premises, covering 5,393 wards. The four municipal corporations together account for 279 wards in this phase. Elections in 32 wards have already been decided unopposed. In the four municipal corporations, 73 wards are witnessing direct contests between the BJP and Congress, while 76 wards have triangular contests and 130 wards are seeing multi-cornered contests. Early-morning queues were reported at several polling stations. In Alwar, voters began arriving at polling booths to elect councillors for the citys 65 wards. Jayaprakash Sharma cast the first vote at the Dak Bungalow polling station shortly after polling opened. Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma appealed to citizens to participate enthusiastically in the electoral process and exercise their right to vote. He urged voters, particularly first-time young voters, to turn out in large numbers and encourage their families and acquaintances to participate. The State Election Commission has established a control room at 0141-2227407 for complaints and reports concerning voting and other election-related issues. The Commission has also advised voters to verify their names in the electoral roll and check their polling-station details through the 'Search Voter' facility on its official website before heading to the polling booth. Political party workers distributed voter slips door-to-door on Tuesday, as the Election Commission did not arrange for distribution of voter slips. There was a lot of enthusiasm among the voters to participate in the polls.
Koil Alwar Tirumanjanam performed at Tirumala temple ahead of Brahmotsavams
Brisbane Heat sign England all-rounder Tom Curran for BBL 16
Digital Desk | Brisbane, Sep 8 (IANS) English all-rounder Tom Curran has joined the Brisbane Heat for the upcoming Big Bash League (BBL 16), with the 31-year-old set to bring valuable pace-bowling experience and lower-order batting prowess to the side. The Heat confirmed this week that Curran will be the franchises first overseas signing for BBL 16 after the contracting embargo was lifted 10 days ago. The England international will join his third BBL club after previous stints with the Sydney Sixers and Melbourne Stars. Curran has played 52 BBL matches, taking 72 wickets at an average of 20.61, including a career-best 4-10 for the Melbourne Stars last season. Curran is a three-format England international and Surrey stalwart and is approaching 300 career T20 appearances, having played 290 to date. In T20 cricket, he has scored 2,705 runs at a strike rate of 145.89 and a highest score of 67 not out, while his 297 wickets have come at an economy rate of 8.83. Heat coach James Hopes welcomed the opportunity to bring Curran into his squad, having previously worked with the all-rounder during his time with Delhi in the IPL. Were very pleased to sign a player with Toms skill level and experience, Hopes said. Hes fiercely competitive and from my experience coaching him at Delhi in the IPL, he lifts the other players around him through his energy, drive and focus. Hopes has also been impressed by Currans recent form, having watched him turn out for Edinburgh in the new Euro League, where he has taken 10 wickets in four games. Ive been watching him in action last week for the Edinburgh team in the new Euro League where he has taken 10 wickets in four games so far, and I am sure he will enjoy bowling for us at the Gabba, he said. While Currans bowling will be a key asset for Brisbane, Hopes believes his batting could have an equally significant impact, comparing his role in the lower order to that of Michael Neser. Batting wise, he is very similar to Mchael Neser in the way he can influence a game by managing the innings, either counter-attacking himself or getting the best out of his partner, Hopes said. Currans familiarity with Australian cricket conditions is another factor Brisbane believe will work in their favour, with his previous BBL experience giving him an understanding of the venues and conditions he is likely to encounter. Toms BBL experience with the Sixers and Stars is a bonus as he knows the Australian venues and conditions very well which will undoubtedly benefit our playing group, Hopes said.
Chief minister leads Alwar roadshow ahead of local civic polls
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.
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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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. 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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. 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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
Enjoy The New Punjabi Music Video For 'Tu Pta Nahi' By Gopi Talwara
Enjoy the latest Punjabi song 'Tu Pta Nahi' sung by 'Gopi Talwara'. The music for this track has been composed by 'Avee', with lyrics and composition by 'Gopi Talwara'. The song has been presented by 'Jasvir Pall Singh' and produced by 'Jasvirpall Singh' and 'Jagjit Pal Singh'. Don't miss the opportunity to listen to the latest Punjabi audio song 'Tu Pta Nahi'. For more Punjabi songs, be sure to visit the music videos section of Punjabi ETimes. Experience the musical prowess of 'Gopi Talwara', new Punjabi songs of 2026, latest Punjabi songs, Punjabi audio songs and 'Avee' music.
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.
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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.
Spl edu teachers shielded from non-academic duties in Sriganganagar, Alwar
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
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
10-year-old Alwar boy chasing kite falls into 55-foot borewell, rescue ops underway
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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
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
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!
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
Rajasthan: School Principal Suspended After Bathing With Girl Students at Alwar Dam (VIDEO)
Rajasthan school principal Lal Chand Meena was suspended after a video allegedly showed him bathing with girl students at an Alwar dam without adequate safety measures.
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.
'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
Germanys Climate Divide: Drought Crisis Exposes Growing Rift In Merz Government
Germany is facing a worsening drought but Chancellor Friedrich Merzs government has yet to announce a major response. Now, the ruling coalition is split over whether climate adaptation should be written into the constitution, with the Social Democrats pushing for new funding, urban planning changes and labour protections for extreme heat. Why has climate policy slipped down Germanys political agenda?#Germany #GermanyDrought #ClimateCrisis #ClimateChange #FriedrichMerz #GermanPolitics #ClimatePolicy #Europe #EuropeNews #ClimateAdaptation #Drought #GlobalWarming #GermanyNews #EuropeanPolitics #ClimateAction
4,500 SIM cards, China malware, Pakistan links emerge in Ahmedabad cyber probe
SIM cards China malware Pakistan links emerge in Ahmedabad cyber probe
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
Dupattas are not alien to Indian ethnic wardrobes. But as the world and fashion progressed, most women moved to western wear. There was a time, when women paired these pieces with choli, lehengas and salwar Continue reading The post Dupattas The New Fashion Must Have For Women appeared first on Threads - WeRIndia .
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
Not too long ago, investors would have cried foul. Even fossil-fuel stalwarts like ExxonMobil Holdings Corp. have been voluntarily producing sustainability reports for years
