Maharashtra Seeks Swift Approval for Port and Maritime Development Projects
New Delhi, August 26: Nitesh Rane, Maharashtras Minister for Fisheries and Port Development, met with Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal in New Delhi on Tuesday. The discussion focused on infrastructure development projects related to the maritime and port sectors in Maharashtra. Rane highlighted that the Maharashtra Maritime Board has proposed several significant projects under the Sagarmala ... Read more Maharashtra Seeks Swift Approval for Port and Maritime Development Projects
Search Intensifies for Crew of MV Ocean Winner After Ship Sinks in Bay of Bengal
New Delhi, August 26: A 24-member crew aboard the merchant vessel MV Ocean Winner is currently missing after the ship sank in the Bay of Bengal. Out of the crew, 22 members are unaccounted for, while two have been rescued safely. The Indian Coast Guard has ramped up its search efforts for the missing crew ... Read more Search Intensifies for Crew of MV Ocean Winner After Ship Sinks in Bay of Bengal
Delhi Man Dies By Suicide Over Marital Dispute: Cops
Preliminary inquiry revealed that Naseem and his 26-year-old wife Amreen were having marital differences and she had been living separately, he said.
Delhi Health Minister Assures Public: No Need to Panic Over H1N1
New Delhi, August 26: Delhis Health Minister Pankaj Singh has reassured the public that there is no need to panic over H1N1, as a significant number of patients are recovering and returning home. He addressed journalists on Tuesday regarding the situation. Singh stated that he held a meeting with officials from the Delhi Health Department ... Read more Delhi Health Minister Assures Public: No Need to Panic Over H1N1
H1N1 is a Seasonal Flu; No Need for Panic, Says Dr. Rajeev Bahal
New Delhi, August 26: As the weather changes, cases of viral infections are rising in Delhi. Dr. Rajeev Bahal, Director General of the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), spoke to a news agency on Tuesday regarding the H1N1 virus. He stated that H1N1 is a seasonal flu commonly referred to as a cold. Currently, ... Read more H1N1 is a Seasonal Flu; No Need for Panic, Says Dr. Rajeev Bahal
Separatist OCI card holder in SC, seeks nod to visit Kashmir
Appearing for Qazi, whose OCI card cancellation was annulled by a single judge bench of Delhi high court and appeals against which is pending before a division bench, senior advocate Parag Tripathi told the Supreme Court that the 82-year-old medical practitioner had visited India in the past and given his age and that of his relatives, this may be the last time he would be able to visit Kashmir.
Construction of Shivaji Stadium Metro Station Under Central Vista Corridor Begins
New Delhi, August 26: The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has commenced construction of the Shivaji Stadium Metro Station as part of the Central Vista Corridor. Lieutenant Governor T.S. Sandhu hailed this development as a significant milestone. Sandhu stated, The initiation of work at the Shivaji Stadium site marks a major achievement for the Delhi ... Read more Construction of Shivaji Stadium Metro Station Under Central Vista Corridor Begins
India to Face Panama in Friendly Match on September 26
New Delhi, August 25: The senior mens football team of India is set to host a friendly match against Panama during the FIFA mens international match window. This encounter is scheduled for September 26, although the venue has not yet been confirmed. This will be the first match between the two nations, marking the ninth ... Read more India to Face Panama in Friendly Match on September 26
Ex-Delhi Police Commissioner Satish Golcha to take over as Delhi Home Guards DG
ExDelhi Police Commissioner Satish Golcha to take over as Delhi Home Guards DG
MEA Secretary attends Uruguuay
New Delhi, Aug 25 (IANS) Sibi George, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) Secretary (West), attended the National Day celebrations of Uruguay on Tuesday and reaffirmed the commitment to strengthen the relationship. MEA Secretary (West) Ambassador Sibi George represented India at the National Day celebrations of Uruguay. He conveyed warm greetings to the government and people []
BJP Spokesperson Ajay Alok Criticizes Congress on Various Issues
New Delhi, August 26: BJP spokesperson Ajay Alok has responded to several issues, including the proposed CJP march on September 5, Ajay Rais fish feast event in Ayodhya, caste census, notices to TMC MPs from the Supreme Court, and statements from opposition leaders Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi. He accused the opposition of lacking substantive ... Read more BJP Spokesperson Ajay Alok Criticizes Congress on Various Issues
Bitter half: HC frees man who forced wife to ingest insect killer
Delhi HC acquits man, saying the prosecutions case lacked cogent evidence about the intention and knowledge as contemplated in Section 307 of the Indian Penal Code. The court said many spouses recently resorted to extreme violence that were incomprehensible some decades ago
'Better half becomes bitter half': HC on troubled marriages
The Delhi High Court has highlighted the paradoxical nature of marriage, noting that unresolved issues can turn a etter half into a itter half. These observations were made while acquitting a man, Nafe Singh, who was previously sentenced for attempting to murder his wife by pouring insecticide into her mouth. The court found insufficient evidence regarding his intent, granting him the benefit of doubt.
Amid Protest, Police File Abetment To Suicide In IIT Delhi Student Death Case
IIT Delhi Student Suicide: The latest development comes as police have now registered a case under the relevant provisions of abetment to suicide against unidentified persons.
Delhi Health Minister reviews H1N1 preparedness as count grows
Ensure adequate medical supplies, boost awareness drives, says Pankaj Kumar Singh as number of cases rises to 2,308; dedicated wards set up; schools told to reinforce respiratory hygiene practices
After 72 hours, rescuers recover 15-year-olds body from open drain in Jasola
Court stops FSSAI from cancelling ITC's licence over its '100%' claims
The Delhi High Court has restrained FSSAI from cancelling ITC's licence. This action follows a dispute over the 100% claim on Aashirvaad Chakki Atta. The court sought a response from the health ministry regarding the advisory. ITC challenged the FSSAI advisory as arbitrary and beyond its powers. The next hearing is scheduled for September 9.
Dravids Confidence: Team India Poised for WTC Final Qualification
New Delhi, August 26: Team Indias position in the ongoing Test series against Sri Lanka is quite strong. The team is set to play seven more Test matches in the coming months. Former captain Rahul Dravid believes that India can qualify for the World Test Championship (WTC) final from this point onward. India secured a ... Read more Dravids Confidence: Team India Poised for WTC Final Qualification
India's Two-Year Time Correction: Why the Next Leg of the Market Could Be Different
New Delhi [India], August 25: There was no crash. That, more than anything, is why this market gets so little credit for what it has come through. For the better part of two years the Nifty simply moved sideways, and it is easy to forget that Indian shares spent that time absorbing one blow after another, with almost every major economic factor turning against them at the same time. They did not break. And in the last few weeks, quietly, they have started to move: the index has pushed through 24,500 and is now consolidating in the 24,600-24,800 area.
India Becomes Argentinas Fifth Largest Trade Partner
New Delhi, August 26: India and Argentina have recently strengthened their trade relations. According to Mariano Cossin, Argentinas ambassador to India, trade between the two countries reached 4.127 billion in the first seven months of 2026. Ambassador Cossin shared this information via a post on the social media platform X, stating, Argentina is reinforcing its ... Read more India Becomes Argentinas Fifth Largest Trade Partner
Womens Equality Day: A Celebration of Empowerment for Half the Population
New Delhi, August 26: Womens rights and respect are frequently discussed, whether during elections or rallies. This is essential, as women are equal stakeholders in society and represent half of the nations population. From electing leaders to building a strong and prosperous society, the responsibility is shared equally. But do you know when women actually ... Read more Womens Equality Day: A Celebration of Empowerment for Half the Population
Temporary accumulation: Delhi PWD Minister says steps being taken to clear rainwater
India to Open Embassy in Uruguay, Marking a Significant Diplomatic Milestone After 75 Years
New Delhi, August 26: Indias Secretary of Foreign Affairs (West), Sibi George, represented the country at the National Day celebrations of the Oriental Republic of Uruguay. The event also featured Alberto Antonio Guani Amarilla, Uruguays ambassador to India. Following the ceremony, Ambassador Amarilla shared important updates regarding the diplomatic relations between the two nations. He ... Read more India to Open Embassy in Uruguay, Marking a Significant Diplomatic Milestone After 75 Years
Rana pushes for Forest Rights Act implementation in J&K
Pulwama:Aug 25: Minister Javaid Rana on Tuesday called for strict implementation of the Forest Rights Act (FRA), 2006, in Jammu and Kashmir and questioned the Centres delay in restoring statehood to the Union Territory. Rana was addressing a tribal convention on the implementation of the FRA at Sangerwani village in south Kashmirs Pulwama district. Rana said the Forest Rights Act was enacted by the Parliament of India and expressed concern over what he described as the legislation being taken lightly. Sometimes I am really surprised why this Act has been taken lightly. Is it because it deals with tribal and Pahari people that we take it lightly? he said, asserting that the government would ensure its implementation in Jammu and Kashmir. He also thanked Chief Minister Omar Abdullah for accepting in the Cabinet a proposal submitted regarding implementation of the legislation. The minister warned that the Forest Department would not be permitted to take action against people without following the prescribed legal procedure. He said officials found violating due process would face strict action. Any violation found anywhere will invite strong action against the officials concerned, Rana said. Rana also strongly questioned the delay in restoring statehood to Jammu and Kashmir, saying promises made by the Centre to the people of the Union Territory remained unfulfilled. Referring to Prime Minister Narendra Modis earlier remarks about reducing the Delhi se Doori, Dil se Doori, Rana said the distance between the Centre and the people of Jammu and Kashmir was instead increasing. Prime Minister Narendra Modi had spoken about reducing the distance between Delhi and Jammu and Kashmir, but the distances are increasing, he said. Speaking to reporters on the sidelines of the event, Rana also responded to concerns over the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM), saying the first instalment for a single-village project had been received and funds released. He said the process would now be streamlined. Rana said Chief Minister Omar Abdullah had been visiting New Delhi and meeting Union ministers over various issues, while some new schemes had also been introduced. On statehood, Rana said the demand should not be confined to the National Conference and urged all political parties in Jammu and Kashmir to come together on the issue.
Abdul Jabbar IPS posted to J&K segment of Joint AGMUT Cadre
New Delhi, Aug 25: The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has ordered the posting of Abdul Jabbar, IPS (AGMUT: 2008) to the Jammu & Kashmir segment of the Joint AGMUT Cadre with immediate effect. According to an order issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs on August 25, 2026, the posting comes following Abdul Jabbars repatriation from Central Deputation. Abdul Jabbar has worked extensively in Jammu & Kashmir, and mostly in the Kashmir Zone. His assignments included (i) ASP in Srinagar (2010-2012); (ii) Addl. SP Kulgam, South Kashmir (2012-2013); (iii) District SP Kupwara, North Kashmir (2013-2014); (iv) District SP Anantnag, South Kashmir (2015-2016); (v) DIG in Doda-Kishtwar-Ramban (DKR) Range (2020-2021); and (vi) DIG South Kashmir Range (2021-2022). The officer has remained part of all the notable efforts of the security forces in Kashmir in dealing with large scale law and order of 2010 and 2013 (post hanging of Afzal Guru); anti-terrorists operations; and supervision of four Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra (SANJY). Abdul Jabbar has received 05 Gallantry medals, the most notable being the PPMG for leading the operation in which terrorist Burhan Wani was neutralised in July 2016 in Anantnag. He has done two central deputations, one with IB at the rank of SP (2016-2020) and another with CBI at the rank of DIG (2022-2026).
Adjust Rs 2L pre-EMI interest, forum tells bank
Rusted Steel, Damaged Sensors Flagged In Delhi's Signature Bridge Audit
The findings have prompted the Public Works Department to draw up a maintenance and rehabilitation plan for the cable-stayed bridge.
Jamia student alleges pressure to remove admission video; fresh list includes him after protest
Delhi may empower SDMs, tehsildars to clear backlog of traffic challans
From Hawa Mahal to Golden Temple, discovering heritage one touch at a time
Manipur man held for serial two-wheeler thefts; 5 recovered
Govt mulls random drug tests for all commercial pilots round the year
The civil aviation ministry is looking at the possibility of carrying out psychoactive substance tests for all commercial pilots round the year on a random basis. Civil Aviation Minister K Rammohan Naidu on Tuesday said the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) is holding discussions with stakeholders on further strengthening the drug-testing standards of pilots. Right now, the rules say 10 per cent (drug tests) across the overall pilot network, but just like I said, DGCA is engaging (with stakeholders)... One of the opinions from our side is that everyone has to go through it (drug tests) the (whole) year at a random time. So, we have to see how all the stakeholders are going to respond to this, the minister said. The issue of possible substance use by pilots has come to the spotlight after an Air India captain of Phuket-Delhi flight involved in a sudden altitude loss incident was tested positive for marijuana. Currently, drug tests for pilots are done on a random ...
Beneficiaries to get approval letters under Lakshmi Yojana today
Delhi HC asks FSSAI not to cancel ITC licence over '100%' atta claims
Court passes interim order after ITC challenges improvement notice over 100% Atta, 100% Madhya Pradesh Wheat and % Maida claims on Aashirvaad packaging
Even MPs, MLAs have to plead for getting garbage lifted: BJP functionary Goel
15mm pipes for 64mm downpour: Broken infra behind CPs monsoon mess
As FMGE stir enters Day 6, panel proposes easier mix of questions
But Rules Out Grace Marks For June 26 Exam Candidates
Delhi Police busts gang arms network, arrest two suppliers
He Loved To Fly Kites, Draw. Civic Apathy Killed Him
Days after elderly womans murder, accused arrested from Cooch Behar
Health Minister Reviews Preparedness as H1N1 Cases Rise
Farmhouses to pay 10,000/acre monthly for treated water
No lease renewal after 1994, court rejects Race Clubs eviction stay plea
Student death: After protest, IIT to form external probe panel
Delhi govt to tap NAFED stocks if onion, sugar prices increase
Rajasthan Government Takes Strong Measures Against Seasonal Diseases
Jaipur, August 25: In response to the rising cases of H1N1 (swine flu) in various parts of the country, including Delhi and Bengaluru, the Rajasthan government has ramped up its vigilance. State Health Minister Rajendra Singh Khinvasara held a comprehensive review meeting on Tuesday to discuss the prevention and control of diseases that spread during ... Read more Rajasthan Government Takes Strong Measures Against Seasonal Diseases
Congress Leader Supriya Srinet Criticizes BJP and Discusses Key Issues in Uttar Pradesh
New Delhi, August 25: Congress leader Supriya Srinet has voiced her opinions on various pressing issues, including caste census, comments by Kangana Ranaut, school funding, and the political landscape in Uttar Pradesh. Speaking on Tuesday, she emphasized that when Rahul Gandhi initiated a public movement, he advocated for a caste survey, stating that a socio-economic ... Read more Congress Leader Supriya Srinet Criticizes BJP and Discusses Key Issues in Uttar Pradesh
Real-time waterlogging alerts, alternative routes planned for school buses in Gurugram
CM Rekha Gupta to Distribute Letters to 4,000 Women Under Delhi Laxmi Scheme
New Delhi, August 25: Chief Minister Rekha Gupta will distribute official letters to approximately 4,000 beneficiary women under the Delhi Laxmi Scheme at a special event held at the Talkatora Stadium on Wednesday. This event symbolizes the ruling BJPs commitment to fulfilling a significant electoral promise. The BJP returned to power in 2025 after more ... Read more CM Rekha Gupta to Distribute Letters to 4,000 Women Under Delhi Laxmi Scheme
Delhi High Court orders urgent action on sewage drains to curb Yamuna pollution
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IIT Delhi forms external committee to probe Rishikesh Kumar
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Abhijit Bhattacharyya | Is China Silently Occupying Arunachal To Shame India?
Yet should New Delhi suffer and tolerate Beijings brazenly illegal claim over Arunachal Pradesh which is indisputably an inalienable and integral part of Indias sovereign territory? Beijing may try and give any name like Zangnan to Indian land, but that does not give any legitimacy to licentious gunboat gangsterism to the Dragon and its ilk
Delhi Speaker Encourages Students to Strengthen Democracy
New Delhi, August 25: Delhi Assembly Speaker Vijender Gupta engaged with students from Kirori Mal and Ramjas Colleges on Tuesday, urging them to actively participate in democracy. During a special session of the Assemblys Youth Outreach Initiative, Gupta emphasized, A strong democracy is built when its young citizens actively engage with its institutions, ideas, and ... Read more Delhi Speaker Encourages Students to Strengthen Democracy
NSUI Protests for Clean Drinking Water at Delhi University
New Delhi, August 25: The National Students Union of India (NSUI) has launched a protest against the lack of clean drinking water for students at Delhi University. Led by activist Samarth Beniwal, students gathered in North Campus carrying empty bottles to highlight the issue and issued a warning to the Vice-Chancellor. They claimed that except ... Read more NSUI Protests for Clean Drinking Water at Delhi University
Delhi High Court grants six weeks for Race Course slum eviction with rehabilitation oversight
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Man Dies After Fall From Delhi's Le Meridien Hotel, Was Battling Depression
The incident took place at Le Meridien Hotel in the heart of Lutyens' Delhi, following which the man -- identified as Divij Maria -- was rushed to Ram Manohar Lohia Hospital nearby, where he was declared brought dead, they said.
Delhi Lakshmi Yojana: 4,000 women to receive sanction letters on Wednesday, aid from Sept 1
Around 4,000 women will receive sanction letters for the Lakshmi Yojana scheme. Eligible women will receive Rs 2,500 monthly financial assistance starting September 1. Beneficiaries can choose digital currency or deposit options for the funds. The scheme targets women aged 21 to 60, with specific exclusions. Registration has seen over 6.5 lakh completed applications submitted so far.
Union Minister G. Kishan Reddy Launches Critical Minerals Innovation Hackathon 2026
New Delhi, August 25: Union Minister of Coal and Mines, G. Kishan Reddy, launched the Critical Minerals Innovation Hackathon 2026 (CMIH 2026) on Tuesday. The initiative aims to bolster the objectives of the National Critical Mineral Mission. It encourages students, researchers, academic institutions, startups, and innovators to develop innovative technological solutions to challenges related to ... Read more Union Minister G. Kishan Reddy Launches Critical Minerals Innovation Hackathon 2026
Opposition, BJP spar in Home Affairs panel over demand for discussion on Delhi protest crackdown
The panel chairperson rejected the demand for discussion on police action during the July 20 protest, saying the issue is sub judice. This prompted strong objections by Opposition members
Opposition, BJP spar in Home Affairs panel over demand for discussion on Delhi protest crackdown
The panel chairperson rejected the demand for discussion on police action during the July 20 protest, saying the issue is sub judice. This prompted strong objections by Opposition members
37-year-old man dies after falling from Le Meridien poolside in Delhi
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Delhi government to monitor sugar prices, supply subsidised onions
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After an MSc Physics students death, IIT Delhi students seek answers
Supreme Court Denies Tarun Tejpals Plea for Surrender Exemption, Orders Surrender in Two Weeks
New Delhi, August 25: The Supreme Court on Tuesday rejected the plea of former Tehelka editor-in-chief Tarun Tejpal seeking exemption from surrender in a 2013 rape case. The court has directed him to surrender within two weeks. Justice Alok Aradhes single bench instructed Tejpal to submit a surrender certificate by September 22. The court clarified ... Read more Supreme Court Denies Tarun Tejpals Plea for Surrender Exemption, Orders Surrender in Two Weeks
Kanda Express to bring onions to Delhi; government to sell onions at 35/kg
According to the CMO, onions and sugar will be sold at the procurement price, while the government will bear the transportation and other related costs
New Delhi, Aug 25: Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired the 53rd meeting of PRAGATI, the ICT-enabled, multi-modal platform for Pro-Active Governance and Timely Implementation, at Seva Teerth earlier today. During the meeting, Prime Minister reviewed six key infrastructure projects across the Railway, Road and Power sectors, spanning nine States with a cumulative cost of more than 30,000 crore. The projects, significant for strengthening connectivity, supporting industrial and economic activity and improving public services, were reviewed with particular emphasis on adherence to timelines, inter-agency coordination, resolution of pending issues and expeditious completion. Prime Minister emphasised that delays in infrastructure projects have consequences beyond cost escalation, as they also postpone the benefits intended for citizens, businesses and the economy. He said that infrastructure projects should be viewed and monitored as an integrated whole, rather than as isolated sections, stretches or packages. He noted that progress in individual packages should ultimately translate into timely completion and operationalisation of the entire project. Ministries and States were therefore asked to adopt an end-to-end approach, and address critical gaps that could delay the overall commissioning and delivery of benefits. He called for fostering a proactive work culture across Ministries and State Governments, with greater ownership at every level of project implementation. Prime Minister stressed the need to explore common utility corridors for infrastructure services, wherever feasible, particularly while planning major transport and infrastructure projects. He called upon Ministries and States to examine such integrated approaches at the planning stage itself, keeping in view their technical and economic feasibility. Prime Minister said that speed of execution must be accompanied by uncompromising quality. He called upon Ministries, States and implementing agencies to adopt modern technologies and strengthen quality assurance and supervision at every stage. While reviewing AgriStack under the Digital Agriculture Mission, Prime Minister emphasised the need to leverage the latest digital technologies, including Artificial Intelligence, to derive greater value from agricultural data. He stressed that the data ecosystem should be effectively utilised across the agricultural value chain, from input planning to processing, enabling more informed interventions, better targeting and data-driven decision-making. He appreciated the efforts of the States and the Central Government in building the AgriStack ecosystem and called for further strengthening its use for delivering better outcomes for farmers. During the review of cyber fraud cases, including incidents of digital arrest, Prime Minister said that prevention must be strengthened through a sustained focus on training, awareness and education. He stressed the need for continuous and targeted public-awareness campaigns, particularly for senior citizens, youth and other vulnerable sections, to familiarise them with common fraud techniques, warning signs and safe digital practices. He also called for regular capacity-building of personnel involved so that emerging modes of cyber fraud are identified and acted upon swiftly.
New Delhi, Aug 25: The government will sell onions at a subsidised rate of Rs 35 per kg in the national capital, a discount of around 36 per cent from the prevailing average retail price, with the help of 800 tonnes of fresh vegetable supplies reaching here on Wednesday through the first 'Kanda Express'. Consumer Affairs Secretary Nidhi Khare on Tuesday said that onions will be retailed via Nafed, NCCF and Kendriya Bhandar stores in the national capital. Bulk onions are also being transported through dedicated railway rakes to four other centres -- Chennai, Ernakulam, Madurai and Guwahati, she said on a social media paltform. The onion being transported to these consuming centres is a buffer stock maintained at Nasik, Maharashtra. The stock is being released to check price rise. The all-India average retail price of onion has jumped more than 28 per cent in a month to Rs 44.72/kg on August 25, up from Rs 34.80 per kg on July 25. A year ago, the price was Rs 28.67 per kg on the same day, reflecting a sharp 56 per cent increase. Among major cities, retail onion prices on Tuesday stood at Rs 60 per kg in Chennai (Rs 35 per kg a year ago), Rs 55 per kg in Delhi (Rs 33), Rs 60 per kg in Kolkata (Rs 32/kg), Rs 48 per kg in Mumbai (Rs 32 per kg) and Rs 38 per kg in Ranchi (Rs 25 per kg). Data maintained by the ministry shows that the average wholesale price was up 63 per cent at Rs 36.73 per kg on August 25, against Rs 22.54 per kg in the year-ago period. In a month, the wholesale prices have risen by 33.5 per cent. The Kanda Express initiative, aimed at enhancing logistical efficiency for large-scale onion movement, was launched in 2024-25 and has since been scaled up considerably. In 2024-25, 14 railway rakes carrying nearly 12,000 tonnes of onion buffer stock were dispatched to five cities. In 2025-26, this has expanded to 86 rakes carrying about 88,000 tonnes of onions to 16 major cities across the country. The onion buffer stock is the Centre's strategic reserve, built up primarily to cushion the market against price spikes when supplies tighten. The government maintains onion stocks in different producing states as part of the Price Stabilisation Fund scheme. About 1.21 lakh tonnes of onion buffer has been maintained for 2026. According to the government, onion availability remains comfortable to meet domestic demand over the coming months, supported by estimated 2025-26 production of 307.37 lakh tonnes, 'broadly on a par with 307.67 lakh tonnes in the previous year. Onion prices typically see a seasonal uptick from August-September due to festive demand, weather-related disruptions, supply chain movements, and shifting demand patterns.
Doctors Advise Caution Amid Rising H1N1 Cases, No Need for Panic
New Delhi, August 25: Amid rising concerns over H1N1, commonly known as swine flu, doctors are urging the public to remain calm and take necessary precautions. Experts emphasize that swine flu can pose significant risks, particularly for children, the elderly, and those with pre-existing health conditions. It is crucial to seek medical advice at the ... Read more Doctors Advise Caution Amid Rising H1N1 Cases, No Need for Panic
Hopefully, Hell Be Behind The Stumps For Us Tomorrow: Morkel On Pant
Morne Morkel: India are hopeful that Rishabh Pant will recover from a bruised shoulder and resume wicketkeeping on the fourth day of the second Test against Sri Lanka, bowling coach Morne Morkel said, as the visitors weigh whether to enforce the follow-on, with weather also a major factor in Colombo. Pant, who had earlier retired hurt with a wrist injury while batting, returned to the crease but was struck on the shoulder by a couple of short deliveries. Morkel said the team would assess him overnight before deciding on his availability behind the stumps. Rishabh obviously got hit on the shoulder. I think that it was discussed last night, Morkel said. It is quite badly bruised. I think he was just a little bit restricted in his movement this morning when he tried to warm up. I think theyll keep on monitoring him now overnight, and hopefully, hell be behind the stumps for us tomorrow. I think its important to have him there. His reading of the game is exceptional. India were in a strong position at the end of the third day, but the Sri Lanka lower-order saved the visitors from having complete control. The hosts need another 39 runs to avoid the follow-on, and Sonal Dinusha is not out on 85, in a ninth-wicket partnership that has already lasted more than 15 overs. India have bowled only 222 overs in the first three days, so the weather will play a part in their decision to ask Sri Lanka to bat again. India's immediate focus will be to wrap up the Sri Lankan innings quickly before taking a call, Morkel said. That will be the first prizethat we can get those two wickets tomorrow early, Morkel said. I know its a clich thing, but you know, with the weather around and sometimes the time it takes to take the covers on and off, we want to try and get as many overs as possible to the Sri Lankans. So hopefully, we can get those wickets tomorrow and then be brave, put them in, and bowl well. The prospect of enforcing the follow-on would go against Indias recent inclination to bat again when they get the chance. In Delhi, India had to bowl 118.5 overs on a deteriorating pitch before chasing down 121 on the fifth day, the last time Shubman Gill enforced it against West Indies. But the weather in Colombo could make a repeat less appealing, with India possibly needing to make the most of the time available to engineer a result. The pitch has been pretty good for batting too. India took only six wickets in 80.4 overs on the third day, with a few dismissals coming against the run of play. It is always difficult to bowl in these conditions and such periods are important for Indias development, Morkel said. It is hard work out there, you know, Morkel said. I think sometimes even we get sucked into that expectation where we think it looks slightly dry and we need to bowl teams out for under 200. But unfortunately, at times its not gonna work like that. Its tough conditions; its hot, hot conditions. The ball goes soft quite quickly. The pitch has been pretty good for batting too. India took only six wickets in 80.4 overs on the third day, with a few dismissals coming against the run of play. It is always difficult to bowl in these conditions and such periods are important for Indias development, Morkel said. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories India will be looking for quick wickets on the fourth morning with the second new ball only 3.2 overs old at stumps and offering more opportunities than the older ball. Every over could be crucial in a Test match, and if they can get the last two Sri Lankan wickets quickly, the decision to enforce the follow-on could be crucial. Article Source: IANS
Regional Rural Banks Achieve Record Financial Performance in FY 2025-26
New Delhi, August 25: The Regional Rural Banks (RRBs) in India have reported their best financial performance to date for the fiscal year 2025-26. An official statement released following a review meeting by the Department of Financial Services revealed that the net profit of RRBs surged to a record 10,176 crore, up from 6,820 crore ... Read more Regional Rural Banks Achieve Record Financial Performance in FY 2025-26
IIT Delhi to set up external inquiry after student suicide sparks protests
Institute also proposes an external ombudsperson for unresolved student grievances as protesters demand accountability over alleged administrative lapses
Womens DPL 2026: North Delhi Strikers Edge Past East Delhi Riders By Three Wickets
North Delhi Strikers Women: North Delhi Strikers Women continued their good run and produced a composed run chase to defeat East Delhi Riders Women by three wickets in the womens leg of the Delhi Premier League (DPL) 2026 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi on Tuesday. Chasing a competitive total of 141, North Delhi Strikers reached 141/7 in 19.5 overs, securing a thrilling victory with one ball to spare. East Delhi Riders, after being put to bat, posted 140/7 in 20 overs, with Vanshika Lila and Simran Bahadur leading their batting effort. Lila struck a quickfire 39 off 20 balls, including three fours and four sixes, while Bahadur remained unbeaten on 39 off 37 balls, hitting three fours and a six. Pragya Rawat contributed 23 off 20 balls, while Purva Siwach added a valuable 21. For North Delhi Strikers, Nazma was the standout bowler, claiming 3/13 in four overs, while Shivani Jangid picked up two wickets. North Delhi Strikers' chase got off to a shaky start as they slipped to 25/3, but Shivi Sharma steadied the innings with a patient 34 off 37 balls. For North Delhi Strikers, Nazma was the standout bowler, claiming 3/13 in four overs, while Shivani Jangid picked up two wickets. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Shokeen's dismissal in the final over left North Delhi needing six runs, but Samaira and Priya Mishra completed the chase with one ball remaining. For East Delhi Riders, Simran Bahadur and Tamanna Singh claimed two wickets each, while Bharti Rawal and Purva Siwach took one apiece. Article Source: IANS
SC asks Delhi bar bodies to devise system for women's representation
Supreme Court asks Delhi bar associations to jointly devise a structured, institutionalised mechanism for women's representation ahead of the 2027 bar elections
Delhi Records Wettest August Day In 2 Years, Several Areas Waterlogged
Safdarjung recorded 99.1 mm of cumulative rainfall till 8:30 am, while Palam recorded 68.0 mm, Lodi Road 98.3 mm, Ridge 100.4 mm and Ayanagar 101.9 mm.
IIT Delhi forms 5-member committee to probe MSc student's death following campus protests
IIT Delhi has formed a five-member committee to investigate a student's death. The panel includes police and psychiatry experts, and two student representatives. This move follows student protests and class suspensions on campus earlier this week. The committee will review protocols and examine office functions within two weeks.
Delhi High Court Stops Food Authority From Cancelling ITC Licence Over 100% Claim On Aashirvaad Atta
Delhi High Court grants ITC interim protection against FSSAI notices demanding removal of 100 per cent and zero maida claims on product labels.
India Eases BIS Certification Rules to Boost Semiconductor and AI Investments: Piyush Goyal
New Delhi, August 25: Indias Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal announced on Tuesday that the government is working to simplify the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) certification rules for semiconductor, artificial intelligence (AI), and other high-tech companies looking to establish manufacturing units in the country. The aim is to reduce regulatory challenges for investors ... Read more India Eases BIS Certification Rules to Boost Semiconductor and AI Investments: Piyush Goyal
Delhi Metro Begins Work On Shivaji Stadium Station For 9.9-Km Central Vista Corridor
India-China Border Talks Set Stage For Xi Jinping's 400-Member Delhi Visit | BRICS Message To Trump?
Five years after Galwan, India and China are pushing cautiously towards a more stable relationship. NSA Ajit Doval is in Beijing for the 25th Special Representatives talks with Wang Yi on the unresolved boundary question. Doval has also met Chinese Vice President Han Zheng, with both sides discussing peace along the border and stronger economic, political and multilateral engagement. Then comes September. Reuters reports Xi Jinping is likely to attend the BRICS Summit in New Delhi with roughly 400 officials, more than twice his 2019 entourage and his first India visit in seven years. Beijing has not formally confirmed the trip. The timing is striking. Donald Trump has repeatedly attacked BRICS and used tariffs and sanctions as foreign-policy leverage. India and China are not suddenly alliesbut both want strategic room to manoeuvre. Is Trumps pressure politics inadvertently giving Delhi and Beijing another reason to stabilise their relationship?
Pakistans Op Sindoor Narrative Gets An Iran Twist, Ishaq Dars 'Support' Claim Contradicts Tehran
Pakistan's Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar just made a claim that doesn't add up. He told Pakistan's National Assembly that Iran gave Pakistan strong support during Operation Sindoor in May 2025 but offered zero details of what that support actually involved. Compare that to what really happened: Iran's Foreign Minister Araghchi flew to Islamabad and then Delhi, urging restraint from both sides and denouncing terrorism, not picking a side. This isn't Pakistan's first rewrite of the record Dar previously admitted India struck two Pakistani airbases after initially denying it. Now, this Iran claim surfaces exactly as Tehran is reportedly being courted to join the Saudi-Turkey-Pakistan Mecca Pact, dubbed the Islamic NATO. This video fact-checks Dar's claim against Iran's actual documented actions, exposes Pakistan's pattern of post-crisis narrative building, and explains why India should watch actions, not claims made a year later. Full breakdown inside.
CJP Announces Youth March Over Students Demands
The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has announced a youth march on September 5 in Delhi, accusing the government of failing to honour commitments that led to the withdrawal of the students protest at Jantar Mantar on July 25.The CJP said the government had failed to act on its assurance to withdraw FIRs against students and protesting students.
Xi-Modi Meeting In Delhi? China Prepares Massive Delegation As India-China Ties Show Fresh Thaw
Chinese President Xi Jinping is likely to attend the BRICS Summit in New Delhi on September 12-13 with a delegation of around 400 officials, according to Reuters sources. His possible visit would be his first to India in seven years and comes as New Delhi and Beijing work to stabilise ties after the 2020 Galwan clash. NSA Ajit Doval is currently in Beijing for boundary talks and has met Chinese Vice President Han Zheng. A possible Modi-Xi meeting during BRICS could give fresh momentum to border diplomacy, economic engagement and broader India-China relations.
Integrating Traditional Knowledge with Modern Science for Broader Benefits: Dr. Jitendra Singh
New Delhi, August 25: Dr. Jitendra Singh, the Union Minister of State for Science and Technology and Earth Sciences, emphasized the need to effectively integrate Indias rich traditional knowledge system with modern science, medicine, and emerging technologies. This integration aims to extend the benefits of traditional knowledge to a wider segment of society and explore ... Read more Integrating Traditional Knowledge with Modern Science for Broader Benefits: Dr. Jitendra Singh
Delhi Speaker asks Kirori Mal, Ramjas college students to strengthen democracy
Delhi Speaker asks Kirori Mal, Ramjas college students to strengthen democracy New Delhi: Delhi Assembly Speaker Vijender Gupta on Tuesday interacted with students from Delhi Universitys Kirori Mal and Ramjas colleges at Vidhan Sabha and encouraged them to actively participate in democracy. A strong democracy is built when its young citizens actively engage with its [] The post Delhi Speaker asks Kirori Mal, Ramjas college students to strengthen democracy appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
DoE issues advisory to Delhi schools over swine flu spike; Minister Sood says no need to panic
Delhi Directorate of Education has issued an advisory to government and private schools amid a rise in swine flu cases in the national capital. Schools have been asked to strengthen respiratory and hand hygiene, ensure proper ventilation and regular cleaning, maintain distance from people showing respiratory symptoms, and promote healthy habits among students and staff.
Delhi Issues Advisory Amid Rising Swine Flu Cases in Schools
New Delhi, August 25: In response to the increasing cases of swine flu in the national capital, the Directorate of Education (DOE) issued an advisory on Tuesday for all government, government-aided, and private unaided recognized schools. The advisory urges schools to enhance health awareness and respiratory hygiene practices among students and staff. Delhis Education Minister ... Read more Delhi Issues Advisory Amid Rising Swine Flu Cases in Schools
CBI Achieves Major Success with Arrest of Two Fugitives in Bank Fraud Cases
New Delhi, August 25: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has made significant progress by apprehending two declared fugitives involved in separate bank fraud cases. The arrested individuals have been identified as Jitendra Kumar and Pooja Pahwa, who had been evading law enforcement for 17 and 6 years, respectively. Jitendra Kumar was implicated in a ... Read more CBI Achieves Major Success with Arrest of Two Fugitives in Bank Fraud Cases
Supreme Court Grants Interim Relief to Journalist Abhishek Upadhyay
New Delhi, August 25: The Supreme Court has granted interim relief to journalist Abhishek Upadhyay in connection with an FIR filed regarding an alleged road rage incident in Indirapuram, Ghaziabad. The court has prohibited any punitive action, including his arrest, against Upadhyay. A bench led by Chief Justice (CJI) D.Y. Chandrachud, along with Justices Joymalya ... Read more Supreme Court Grants Interim Relief to Journalist Abhishek Upadhyay
Supreme Court Grants Interim Relief to Journalist Abhishek Upadhyay in Road Rage Case
New Delhi, August 25: The Supreme Court has provided interim relief to journalist Abhishek Upadhyay in connection with an FIR filed regarding an alleged road rage incident in Indirapuram, Ghaziabad. The court has halted any punitive action against him, including his arrest. A bench led by Chief Justice (CJI) D.Y. Chandrachud, along with Justices Joymalya ... Read more Supreme Court Grants Interim Relief to Journalist Abhishek Upadhyay in Road Rage Case
