Ghaziabad Police arrest snatcher after encounter; stolen motorcycle, pistol recovered
Digital Desk | Ghaziabad, Oct 1 (IANS) The Indirapuram Police in Uttar Pradesh's Ghaziabad arrested a snatcher following a police encounter during a checking operation on Pulia Road, officials said on Thursday. According to the police, the suspect was approaching the Kanawani Pulia area on a motorcycle when the police team signalled him to stop. Instead of complying, he turned his motorcycle around and attempted to flee. The suspect then allegedly opened fire at the police team. The police said they retaliated in self-defence, during which the accused sustained a gunshot injury. He was subsequently apprehended and taken to a hospital for treatment. The arrested accused was identified as Munasir alias Munajir, 23, son of Moin Ahmed and a resident of Garima Garden in Sahibabad. Police claimed to have recovered a 315-bore pistol, one empty cartridge, one live cartridge, a stolen motorcycle and a piece of yellow metal from his possession. According to the police, during interrogation, the accused confessed to his involvement in several chain and mobile phone-snatching incidents in Delhi-NCR and Ghaziabad. Police said he would switch between scooters and motorcycles while carrying out the alleged crimes. The accused also admitted to being involved in a chain-snatching incident in the Indirapuram area around two weeks ago, police said. However, the police clarified that the allegations and the accused's purported disclosures will be verified during the course of the investigation and on the basis of relevant evidence. ACP Police Suryabali Maurya said that the suspect was travelling towards the area from the Kanawani culvert when the police team signalled him to stop. Instead, he turned his motorcycle around and tried to escape before opening fire at the police personnel. The police team responded in self-defence, resulting in the accused sustaining injuries, following which he was sent to a hospital for medical treatment. Police said that more than a dozen cases have been registered against the accused in different parts of Delhi-NCR. The cases include those related to robbery, snatching, theft and violations under the Arms Act. Officials said the recovery of the firearm, ammunition and the allegedly stolen motorcycle is being examined as part of the ongoing investigation. Further legal proceedings have been initiated against the accused, while police are conducting additional investigations to ascertain his involvement in other incidents reported in the region.
Dry weather to persist in Delhi with cooler nights ahead; AQI remains moderate
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 1 (IANS) The weather in the national capital has turned quite dry, with bright sunshine keeping daytime temperatures warm. However, a slight drop in night temperatures is likely. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted clear skies throughout the coming week, with no possibility of rain in Delhi. Bright sunshine was observed across most parts of Delhi from Wednesday morning. However, with northwesterly winds prevailing over the region, the weather has become increasingly dry. The maximum temperature at Delhi's standard observatory at Safdarjung was recorded at 34.2 degrees Celsius, which was 0.5 degrees below normal. The minimum temperature was recorded at 22.4 degrees Celsius. The IMD has said that the southwest monsoon season had ended with a 13 per cent rainfall deficit. However, monsoon rains continue to withdraw from different parts of the country. As the monsoon retreats, parts of southern and northeastern India are expected to receive rainfall on Thursday, according to the IMD. Heavy rainfall is very likely at isolated places over Kerala, South Interior Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Karaikal. In IMD's terminology, 'isolated' refers to rainfall occurring over a small proportion of locations, generally up to 25 per cent of weather stations in a region. Meanwhile, Kerala, coastal Karnataka and the southern parts of Karnataka are expected to receive rainfall at several places on Thursday. Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Lakshadweep are likely to receive rain at a few places. Karnataka has already experienced a wet spell during the 24 hours ending at 8:30 a.m. on Wednesday. Kibbanahalli in Tumakuru district recorded 10 cm of rainfall, the highest recorded by the IMD during the period. Thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds of 40-50 kmph are very likely at isolated places over Kerala and Mahe, Rayalaseema, and Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Karaikal. Winds of 30-40 kmph are expected over Andhra Pradesh, Interior Karnataka and Odisha, while strong surface winds may also prevail over parts of Andhra Pradesh. In the Northeast, thunderstorms and lightning are likely over Assam and Meghalaya, as well as Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram and Tripura. Similar conditions are also expected over East Madhya Pradesh. Scattered rainfall is likely over Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram and Tripura. The southwest monsoon normally begins withdrawing from northwest India in mid-September and completely retreats from the country by mid-October. This year, the withdrawal line currently passes through Gurdaspur (Punjab), Chandigarh, Muzaffarnagar (Uttar Pradesh), Aligarh (UP), Dholpur, Udaipur and Deesa (Rajasthan) before extending to Naliya in Gujarat. The IMD said conditions are likely to become favourable over the next two to three days for the withdrawal of the monsoon from the remaining parts of Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh. Similar conditions are expected to develop over most parts of Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh, as well as the entirety of Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand. Some parts of Bihar, Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh and Maharashtra may also witness further withdrawal. Meanwhile, Delhi's air quality remained in the moderate category, with several monitoring stations recording elevated pollution levels. The AQI readings included Mandir Marg (150), Aya Nagar (135), CRRI Mathura Road (198), Pusa (22), Sirifort (171), IGI Airport T3 (155), Commonwealth Sports Complex (179), IIT Delhi (249), Anand Vihar (98), Najafgarh (144), Jahangirpuri (207), Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium (173), Sonia Vihar (151), Cantonment Area (106) and Narela (189).
Served nation with passion, simplicity: PM Modi's birthday wishes to ex-Prez Kovind
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 1 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday extended warm birthday greetings to former President Ram Nath Kovind, stating that his time in public life has been marked by a steadfast commitment to the development of the country. The Prime Minister said that Kovind has served the country with passion and simplicity. Taking to X, PM Modi said, Warm birthday greetings to former President Shri Ram Nath Kovind Ji. His long years in public life have been marked by a steadfast commitment to the development of India, the values enshrined in our Constitution and the welfare of the people. He has served the nation with passion and simplicity, due to which he is respected by people across all walks of life. May he be blessed with wonderful health, happiness and a long life, the Prime Minister added. Ram Nath Kovind was born in a Koli family on October 1, 1945, in Paraunkh village in the Kanpur Dehat district of Uttar Pradesh. He joined the BJP in 1991 and later became the Chief of the BJP Dalit Morcha between 1998 and 2002 and the president of the All-India Koli Samaj. Soon after joining the BJP, Kovind contested the Ghatampur Assembly constituency, but lost and later contested Bhognipur in the 2007 Assembly elections on the BJP ticket, but lost again. In April 1994, he was elected to the Rajya Sabha from Uttar Pradesh. He served a total of 12 years, two consecutive terms, until March 2006. He served as the President of India from 2017 to 2022. He was the first person from Uttar Pradesh, as well as the first person from the BJP, to hold the top Constitutional post in the country. Prior to his presidency, he served as the Governor of Bihar from 2015 to 2017 and as a Member of the Rajya Sabha from Uttar Pradesh for two successive terms. Last month, PM Modi released the autobiography of former President Kovind, titled 'Triumph of the Indian Republic: My Life, My Struggles'. The autobiography offers a deeply personal account of Ram Nath Kovind's remarkable life journey, tracing his experiences, struggles and achievements from his early years to his distinguished public life and eventual service as the 14th President of India. The book also provides insights into the values, experiences and circumstances that shaped his journey and public service.
Digital Desk | Milwaukee, Oct 1 (IANS) Poland's Prime Minister Donald Tusk will visit India at the end of October with nearly 100 leading Polish companies as Warsaw seeks a sharp expansion of economic ties with New Delhi, Poland's Minister of Finance and Economy Andrzej Domanski told IANS. Tusk plans to travel to both New Delhi and Bengaluru, with economic cooperation at the centre of the visit, Domanski said in an exclusive interview on the sidelines of the G20 Trade Ministers' Meeting in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, on Wednesday (local time). This meeting was like one-on-one without media presence. So what I can say is that we are discussing, among many other topics, the visit of Prime Minister Tusk that will take place at the end of October to India, Domanski said, referring to his meeting with India's Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal. The Prime Minister is planning to visit not only Delhi, but also Bangalore. And this mission will have a very strong economic background and will have strong emphasis on economic issues, he said. Domanski said bilateral relations were improving but remained well below their potential. We are happy that we managed to get a consensus on the India-EU level. That being said, it's up to each member state to enhance cooperation and trade, he said. And I can say that we will bring close to 100 leading Polish companies to participate in this trip to India. The minister described Poland as a rapidly growing European economy, with growth estimated at 3.5 to 3.6 per cent this year. Warsaw, he said, was looking for new trading partners, with India high on that list. India, a giant, a leader in Asia, well, it's a country that we really like to have closer trade relations, Domaski said. Defence, space, machinery and food processing are among the sectors where Poland sees opportunities for greater cooperation with India. As a country that is rapidly developing its defence industry, we believe there's a lot of room for cooperation in the defence industry, he said. We also decided to double our investments in the space industry. For sure, we will bring our space industry companies to India, Domanski said. He said Poland was also strong in machinery and saw opportunities in food processing, including poultry exports. For Indian companies looking at Poland, Domanski pointed to clean energy, information technology and industrial sectors. He also pitched Poland as an entry point to the wider European market. We believe that Poland could be a very interesting hub for Indian investments in Europe, he said. We are a member of the European Union, so by investing in Poland, Indian companies get access to the European Union market. Domanski also placed India's democratic system at the centre of Warsaw's approach to building long-term economic ties. We see India as a global leader. We see India as a country of very ambitious people, like Polish people, he said. We see India as a democracy, which is very important and a country with which we want to build stable economic ties. At the G20 meeting, Domanski said Poland raised what he called the weaponisation of trade in agricultural products. He pointed to disruptions caused by Russia's war in Ukraine and restrictions on Black Sea trade. He also underscored the role he sees for New Delhi in global commerce. India is a leader. India is not only one of the largest, one of the biggest global economies, but really also a country of high GDP growth, he said. I really hope that Poland, the European Union and India will be much closer trade allies, trade partners than they are today. India and Poland elevated their relationship to a Strategic Partnership during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Warsaw in August 2024. The two countries also adopted a five-year action plan covering areas including trade and investment, defence, energy, green technologies, agriculture and infrastructure. PM Modi's trip was the first visit by an Indian prime minister to Poland in 45 years. Tusk last visited India as Poland's Prime Minister in 2010. During PM Modi's 2024 visit, he invited Tusk to visit India.
SC rules out total ban on firecrackers ahead of Diwali
New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Wednesday, September 30, ruled out a complete ban on firecrackers ahead of Diwali, while making it clear that unrestricted bursting of crackers throughout the day would also not be permitted. A Bench of Justices M.M. Sundresh and P.B. Varale said the apex court would have to strike a balance Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
G. Kishan Reddy to Participate in Cleanliness is Service Campaign in New Delhi
Union Minister G. Kishan Reddy will join a community cleanliness initiative in New Delhi, promoting environmental responsibility and e-waste management. G. Kishan Reddy to Participate in Cleanliness is Service Campaign in New Delhi
No PUC, No Fuel, UPI Merchant Charges: What Changes In October
October brings stricter pollution checks at Delhi petrol pumps, a new merchant fee on larger UPI payments from October 15, and changes to SBI ATM limits, LPG subsidy checks and NPS charges. Ordinary UPI users will not be charged.
In Delhi, the price of a 19-kg commercial LPG cylinder has risen by Rs 62.50 to Rs 2,810, from Rs 2,747.50 in September. The September rate itself had been raised by Rs 9.50. In Mumbai, the new commercial cylinder price is Rs 2,764, while Chennai's rate has risen to Rs 2,983.
Dark Spots To Obscene Flashing: DU Flags Safety Concerns With Lt Governor
The concerns were raised at a meeting with Delhi Lieutenant Governor Taranjit Singh Sandhu, attended by representatives of 10 women's colleges and senior officials from Delhi Police, the Transport Department, MCD and PWD.
Gold prices rebound Rs 700 to Rs 1.49 lakh per 10 gram in Delhi; silver holds steady
New Delhi, Sep 30: Gold prices rebounded from a two-month low, rising Rs 700 to Rs 1.49 lakh per 10 grams in the national capital on Wednesday as investors resorted to value buying at lower levels amid a firm global trend. The yellow metal of 99.9 per cent purity ended a two-session decline, climbing Rs []
ECI extends SIR deadline, final roll on Oct 26
NEW DELHI/SHILLONG, Sep 30: The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Wednesday extended the timeline for the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Meghalaya, with the final revised electoral roll now scheduled to be published on October 26. The earlier deadline for publication of the final electoral roll was October 21. The decision []
Delhi-NCR Sees Significant Improvement in Air Quality
Delhi-NCR records its lowest average air quality index in September over the past five years, marking a notable improvement in air quality. Delhi-NCR Sees Significant Improvement in Air Quality
Software Employee Assaulted By Colleague
On Wednesday, when she returned from visiting relatives in Delhi, Akash confronted her at Shamshabad airport, forced her into a car and drove towards Hyderabad.
Govt forms panel to regularise temporary workers
Srinagar, Sept 30: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has said that the issue of regularisation of casual, seasonal, contractual, need-based and other temporary workers is under comprehensive examination, with 1,00,501 workers having their particulars registered through the online Aadhaar-based biometric identification and skill-profiling exercise. The information was provided by the government in response to a starred question raised by MLA Sunil Kumar Sharma in the Legislative Assembly regarding the department-wise and district-wise status of daily-wage workers and their regularisation. According to the government, the registered workforce includes 69,696 casual labourers, 8,534 part-time workers, 8,836 daily-rated/work-charged employees, 3,092 seasonal labourers, 156 CIC operators, 5,757 persons engaged on Hospital Development Funds, 1,929 hamals/drivers of the Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs Department, 2,153 sweepers and 348 persons working as prison/settlement assistants, among other categories. The government said a committee was constituted through Government Order No. 384-JK(GAD) of 2025 dated March 29, 2025, to examine the issue relating to casual, seasonal and other temporary, contractual and need-based workers engaged across different departments. The committee is examining the nature and duration of engagements, mode of appointment, eligibility of workers, availability of sanctioned posts, applicability of recruitment rules, financial implications and the legal position governing regularisation. The government said the matter involves multiple categories of workers engaged under different terms and conditions over the years and therefore requires a comprehensive approach. Since the issue involves ramifications across a number of Government Departments, the government said, the matter is being examined with the objective of arriving at a uniform, legally sustainable and administratively workable approach. On pending wages and remuneration, the government said different departments have engaged daily-rated workers and other categories based on operational requirements and guidelines of Central programmes. It stated that wages are being paid according to the applicable guidelines and terms and conditions, while daily-rated and casual labourers are being paid as per the minimum wages notified by the Government. Funds for the current financial year have also been released to concerned departments to ensure timely disbursement of wages. On the long-pending demands of workers, the government said it was conscious of the need for a structured and sustainable resolution and that the matter remained under active consideration. However, it declined to provide a fixed timeline for a regularisation policy, citing the multiplicity of categories and the legal, administrative and financial implications involved. The government said a final policy decision would be taken after examination of all relevant aspects and receipt of inputs from departments and authorities, in accordance with the legal and constitutional framework and principles of fairness, transparency and financial sustainability. The district-wise data annexed with the government reply also records the registered casual and other workers across districts of Jammu and Kashmir, including Ganderbal, Anantnag, Baramulla, Budgam, Jammu, Srinagar, Kupwara, Pulwama, Rajouri, Kathua, Doda, Kishtwar, Kulgam, Shopian, Ramban, Reasi, Samba and Udhampur, besides Ladakh districts and personnel working in the Civil Secretariat/New Delhi.
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Injured Flydubai pilot stable: Indian Mission in Saudi Arabia
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 1 (IANS) India's Embassy in Riyadh and the Consulate General of India in Jeddah on Wednesday said they were closely monitoring the health condition of Captain Smit Machchhar, the Indian pilot of Flydubai flight FZ1073, who was injured after helping avert a major in-flight crisis that led to the aircraft being diverted to Tabuk in Saudi Arabia. In a statement posted on X, the Indian Embassy in Riyadh said both Indian missions in Saudi Arabia had been following developments related to Captain Machchhar's medical condition. According to the embassy, the pilot is currently admitted to a hospital in Tabuk city in northwest Saudi Arabia and is receiving necessary medical treatment. The mission said it was awaiting a detailed update on his health, but initial reports indicated he was stable. We hope that he recovers from his injuries at the earliest, the embassy stated. The Indian mission also said it was in touch with Captain Machchhar's family and assured them it would extend all possible assistance in coordination with Saudi authorities. We are in touch with his family and assure them that we will continue to follow up on his health with Saudi authorities and extend all possible assistance for his well-being, the statement added. The embassy's update came hours after senior Israeli leaders lauded Captain Machchhar's role in preventing what they described as a potentially catastrophic incident aboard the aircraft. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu described the Indian pilot as a true hero and praised his extraordinary bravery. In a statement issued through the Prime Minister's Office on X, Netanyahu said Captain Machchhar was stabbed and seriously injured during the incident but fought back and continued to act to protect those on board. According to Netanyahu, the pilot resisted the attacker, opened the cockpit door, and enabled passengers and crew members to overpower the assailant, thereby preventing a major mid-air disaster. He saved the lives of 174 people, including Israeli citizens and other nationals, Netanyahu said. The Israeli Prime Minister also wished Captain Machchhar a speedy and full recovery. Joining the praise, Israeli diplomat Reuven Azar said he was praying for the pilot's recovery and described him as an experienced and gifted aviator. Referring to Flydubai flight FZ1073, Azar said Captain Machchhar's courage, along with that of Israeli and Emirati passengers and crew members, helped save everyone on board. His courage and the courage of other Israeli and Emirati passengers and crew members saved the lives of 180 souls, Azar said. He also called for a united stand against terrorism. The statements from Indian and Israeli authorities came amid growing international recognition for Captain Machchhar, whose actions during the emergency have drawn praise from governments and passengers alike. While Indian officials focused on his medical condition and welfare, Israeli leaders highlighted his role in helping avert a potentially devastating tragedy and safeguarding the lives of those on board the diverted Flydubai flight.
Delhi saw only one Good air day this monsoon despite heavy rain: CSE report
US envoy calls Trump-PM Modi phone conversation very good
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 1 (IANS) After Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump held a direct phone conversation on Wednesday, US Ambassador Sergio Gor offered a brief reaction the same day. On his X account, he called the conversation very good, writing, A very good call between President Trump and Prime Minister Modi! Both leaders covered practical areas of joint work, including trade flows, defence arrangements, energy supplies, and critical technologies. They also shared views on broader regional developments and steps to support global stability. After the talk, PM Modi posted a brief note on X describing the exchange as productive. He listed the same sectors and noted that both sides would keep talking regularly to build on the existing comprehensive global strategic partnership. The Prime Ministers Office later released a matching summary, adding that the two leaders planned to stay in contact. This latest contact sits against a larger backdrop of steady expansion in the relationship. Senior figures in the current US administration have already sketched an ambitious set of next steps. They have indicated that a presidential visit to India is under active consideration for early next year and have described New Delhi as one of Washingtons closest strategic partners. The ambassadors quick public endorsement and earlier signals from senior officials suggest ongoing high-level contact. Practical cooperation across multiple domains continues to take centre stage, while both capitals keep an eye on broader international matters. The conversation appeared straightforward and focused, with both leaders emphasising the need to keep the channels open for further discussion. Back in June, both Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Ambassador Gor gave exclusive interviews to IANS at the White House. Each portrayed the ties as stronger than ever. They pointed to rising activity across trade, defence, energy, advanced technologies and Indo-Pacific coordination. Rubio confirmed that work was under way to arrange Trumps trip to India in the coming year. India is such a close partner and ally of the United States, and the relationship between the Prime Minister and the President couldn't be closer, which I think is really important in diplomacy, Rubio had said. While Gor had described the relationship between the two leaders as one of the big anchors of India-US ties. The President and Prime Minister are great friends, and that's something that goes back years ago, and it's something that will continue to go years ahead, he had said.
Delhi AQI Slips To 'Moderate' As Stubble Burning Reported In 6 States
A total of 114 residue-burning events were detected across the six states between September 15 and 30, including 59 in Punjab, 32 in Uttar Pradesh, 17 in Madhya Pradesh, three in Haryana, two in Rajasthan and one in Delhi, the data showed.
Only 747 enrolment applications received from homeless voters: NGO writes to Delhi CEO, flags lapses
DJB approves 10 year, 17,969-crore sewer overhaul programme
New system to provide for 100% mechanical, robotic cleaning; Jal Board also clears 6,044-cr. project to refurbish water pipelines in south Delhi
Israeli PM hails Indian pilot Captain Smit Machchhar as true hero after foiling mid-air attack
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 1 (IANS) Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has praised Indian pilot Captain Smit Machchhar for his extraordinary bravery in preventing what he described as a potential mid-air catastrophe after the pilot was allegedly attacked during a flight but continued to act to safeguard passengers and crew. In a statement posted by the Office of the Israeli Prime Minister on social media platform X, Netanyahu said Captain Machchhar displayed exceptional courage despite being seriously injured. My salute to the Indian pilot Captain Smit Machchhar for his extraordinary bravery, Netanyahu said. According to the Israeli Prime Minister, Captain Machchhar was stabbed and seriously wounded during the incident. However, he fought back, resisted the attacker, opened the cockpit door and enabled passengers and crew members to overpower the assailant. Netanyahu said the pilots actions prevented what could have become a major aviation disaster. He saved the lives of 174 people, including Israeli citizens and other nationals, the Israeli Prime Minister stated. Expressing concern for the injured pilot, Netanyahu wished him a speedy and full recovery and described him as a true hero. The remarks came amid growing international recognition of Captain Machchhars role in averting the threat aboard flydubai flight FZ1073. Joining the praise, Israels Ambassador to Cyprus, Reuven Azar, also paid tribute to the Indian pilot and the passengers and crew members who helped neutralise the threat. In a post on X, Azar said he was praying for Captain Machchhars recovery and described him as an experienced and gifted pilot. Together with nations, I pray for the life of Captain Smit Machchhar, the experienced and gifted hero Indian pilot of flydubai flight FZ1073, Azar wrote. The Israeli diplomat said the courage shown by the pilot, along with that displayed by Israeli and Emirati passengers and crew members, helped save all those on board the aircraft. His courage and the courage of other Israeli and Emirati passengers and crew members saved the lives of 180 souls, he said. Azar also used the occasion to call for unity against terrorism, declaring: United against terrorism. The statements from senior Israeli leaders highlight the international attention generated by the incident aboard flydubai flight FZ1073 and the widespread praise being directed at Captain Machchhar for his actions during the emergency. Netanyahus remarks focused on the pilots role in ensuring that passengers and crew were able to regain control of the situation despite the alleged attack, while Azar praised the collective efforts of the pilot, passengers and crew in preventing loss of life. The messages also underscore the presence of Israeli citizens among those whose lives were allegedly saved during the incident. As Captain Machchhar continues to receive treatment for his injuries, messages of support and appreciation have continued to pour in from across countries, with Israeli leaders describing him as a symbol of courage in the face of danger and crediting his actions with preventing a far more serious tragedy.
Delhi University Student' Murder 'Pre-Planned', Attacker Bought Knife Online
The over-350-page chargesheet, filed in Tis Hazari court, states that accused Imran Khan purchased the knife on August 24, before attacking 21-year-old fashion content creator and University of Delhi (DU) student Muskan Sharma on August 26, indicating that the murder was pre-planned.
INDIA bloc plans 'Save Democracy' protests over 'vote chori' allegations
Senior Congress leaders Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi during the bloc's coordination meeting, in New Delhi on Wednesday photo: pti
Air Quality in Delhi-NCR Improves, September Records Lowest AQI in Five Years
Delhi-NCR sees significant improvement in air quality with September recording the lowest average AQI in five years at 102. Air Quality in Delhi-NCR Improves, September Records Lowest AQI in Five Years
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Sonam Wangchuk discusses Mizo peace accord with Zoramthanga, plans visit to Mizoram
Aizawl: Prominent activist Sonam Wangchuk met Mizo National Front (MNF) president and former Mizoram Chief Minister Zoramthanga in New Delhi on Monday to discuss Mizorams peace settlement and the experience of the Mizo peace process, according to an MNF release. Wangchuk met Zoramthanga at Mizoram House, where the two held discussions for more than one-and-a-half [] The post Sonam Wangchuk discusses Mizo peace accord with Zoramthanga, plans visit to Mizoram appeared first on NorthEast Now .
New fire station in Malviya Nagar, 26 more quick response vehicles
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Will former CDS succeed Ajit Doval as NSA?
Has PM Narendra Modi found a successor to Ajit Doval as NSA? Appointment of former CDS Gen Anil Chauhan as Director of the Vivekananda International Foundation (VIF), a prominent public policy think tank based in New Delhi has fuelled speculations to this effect. Infact, Ajit Doval is the founder Director of the Vivekananda International Foundation [] The post Will former CDS succeed Ajit Doval as NSA? appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .
A Century On, Kunwar Narains Poetry Keeps Travelling
Mother Accused Of Using Son For Drug Peddling In Delhi
A 39-year-old woman, Pinki, was arrested in New Delhi's Chanakyapuri for allegedly using her minor son to sell ganja. Police apprehended her after finding her 14-year-old son with suspected ganja pouches. Pinki, who has previous NDPS Act cases, was found with additional ganja, bringing the total recovery to 43 pouches. A case has been registered under the NDPS Act and Juvenile Justice Act.
AAP Leader Files Complaint Over Alleged Corruption in
AAPs Saurabh Bhardwaj alleges corruption in a 23 crore road tender, filing a complaint with the Anti-Corruption Branch. AAP Leader Files Complaint Over Alleged Corruption in 23 Crore Road Tender in Delhi
Wasted oasis: Bhalswa bamboo park again a dumping ground
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VHP slams Owaisi, says demographic study covers all faiths
New Delhi: The VHP hit out at AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi on Wednesday, September 30, over his criticism of the Centres High-Level Committee on Demographic Changes, accusing him of spreading an anti-India agenda and misleading people over the panels exercise. Vishwa Hindu Parishads (VHP) national spokesperson Vinod Bansal said the committees exercise covers every religion Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
United Nations General Assembly
Countdown to Antonio Guterres farewell begins By Ashok Ayers NEW DELHI/NEW YORK: The 81st UN General Assembly closed its general debate on Monday having asked a question in its own theme, Restoring trust, managing transformation, and answered it in the negative. Six days of speeches produced little that looked like trust. The great [] The post United Nations General Assemblys 81st session ends appeared first on Northlines .
Cabinet clears Rs 1,789cr intelligent traffic system for Delhi, first planned before 2010 CWG
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Satya Niketan collapse: Court rejects building owners bail plea for second time in a month
HC Seeks Response On Student Safety In PGs, Rented Flats
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Plainclothes cops, safety app in LGs plan for women students
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Make cab aggregators accountable, says HC says; seeks responses on safety measures
Delhi to get One Zone, One Operator model for sewerage system
Australian Army Deputy Chief Meets Indian Army Chief in New Delhi
Major General Chris Smith of the Australian Army met with General Dheeraj Seth in New Delhi to discuss military cooperation and regional security. Australian Army Deputy Chief Meets Indian Army Chief in New Delhi
Delhi logs lowest September average AQI in 5 years as air quality improves
Delhi's monthly average AQI stood at 102 in September, while January-September saw 194 days with an AQI below 200, the highest number in the past five years
Jamia assault fallout: 6 youths held in Nuh with illegal weapons, allegedly planning attack in Delhi
Delhi Police conduct night patrolling, deploy women officers for Pink Patrols
To strengthen night vigilance and enhance womens safety, the Delhi Police conducted citywide night patrols and vehicle inspections. Dedicated female officers were deployed on Pink Patrols to monitor vulnerable public spaces.
Delhi DU Student Murder: Chargesheet Filed, Premeditation Alleged
The chargesheet filed in the murder of DU student Muskan Sharma reveals that the accused, Imran Khan, allegedly pre-planned the attack, purchasing a knife two days prior. An accomplice, Digvijay Singh, is accused of helping Khan locate Sharma's house, waiting during the murder, and later harbouring him. Khan had allegedly threatened and stalked Sharma before the incident, and both accused are now in judicial custody.
India's SCO coordinator highlights regional connectivity, trade & transit in Pakistan
India's SCO National Coordinator Alok A Dimri emphasized regional connectivity and trade discussions during the SCO meeting. The meeting aims to prepare for the upcoming SCO Council of Heads of State summit in August 2027. Dimri highlighted that a cultural dialogue would take place in New Delhi on November 20. He expressed his intentions to explore various cities in Pakistan as part of SCO initiatives.
EC extends SIR schedule in Andhra Pradesh, Meghalaya
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IGPL Invitational 2026: Aryan Roopa Anand leads as Blue Bulls make the charge
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 30 (IANS) Young Aryan Roopa Anand produced a classy 6-under 66 in the opening round of the Indian Golf Premier League (IGPL) to take the outright lead, firing a sparkling six-under-66 at the Qutab Golf Course in New Delhi on Wednesday. It also gave his own team, Delhi Blue Bulls, who are playing at home, an early boost. With his team captain Shiv Kapur, who was runner-up at the last event in Ras AL Khaimah, also getting off to a good start with a 4-under 68, the Blue Bulls were well-placed in the team stakes. Young pro Sawai Hamendra Singh Bhati, who has shown promise in his past few appearances, and the experienced Sachin Baisoya, an IGPL winner in Mauritius, carded five-under 67s to share second place. Delhi Blue Bulls were in the lead in the team standings with contributions from Aryan and Kapur, and they were 10-under. Vimtra Chennai Lions, whose pillar is Gaganjeet Bhullar, and Green Fuels Vizag Dolphins, whose top star today was M Dharma, were tied second at 7-under. The crowded Day One leaderboard had a fascinating mix of youth and experience, as eight players, including one woman, Kashika Mishra, were tied fourth. The bunch included the pedigreed Shiv Kapur, the highly consistent Gaganjeet Bhullar, Varun Parikh, Arjun Prasad, making only his second IGPL start, veteran M. Dharma, Rohit Baisoya and Shaurya Binu. They all carded 4-under 68 each. Manav Shah, who had qualified for the US Open, was T-12 at 3-under 69, while Karandeep Kochhar (71) was T-21. Varun Chopra (72), the winner in Ras Al Khaimah, had a modest start with an even-par card that placed him T-26. The youngest member of Delhi Blue Bulls, Aryan, a Mysuru-born emerging star, is recognised as one of India's top rising golf talents since he transitioned to the professional circuit in 2023 after a highly decorated amateur career during which he won back-to-back All India Amateur titles. Earlier this year, he secured his maiden professional victory on the Indian Golf Premier League (IGPL) Tour at the IGPL Invitational Congo in April, where he beat former Olympian Udayan Mane in a tense three-hole playoff. The win earned him an invite to play the $2 million International Series Morocco on the Asian Tour. Speaking of his team, Aryan said, I couldn't have asked to play for a better team. We've got a great number of owners, very supportive of our needs. Also, as a team, I think we share the closest bond as teammates with each other. So our camaraderie is honestly unmatched, especially for me, because I'm considerably younger than all of them. I look up to them as mentors and, you know, they've really taken that role on and kind of helped me grow as a golfer too over the course of these last three to four 4 months. I think I'm pretty happy because it's home week for us and it's good to see the, you know, team on the top of the leaderboard and myself too, and Shiv Sir is right behind there, he said. On his game in the first round, he added, My short game was pretty good today, so I converted a lot of birdies from close range. And when I did go off, on some of the holes, I did use my short game to, you know, kind of save the score. So I guess my short game kind of helped me a lot. Aryan started from the first, birdied the third and the fourth before dropping his only shot of the day on the Par-3 sixth. He made up for it with a birdie on the eighth to turn in 2-under 34. On the back nine, Aryan birdied the 11th to get to 3-under. Then over the last four holes, he found three birdies on the 15th, 16th and the 18th for a days work of 6-under. He missed a few more makeable putts but had no three-putts on a solid day. For Aryan, the early lead adds another layer to what has already been an encouraging IGPL season. The young golfers performance at Qutab was particularly significant for the Delhi Blue Bulls, who are looking to make an impact on their home course. Sawai Bhati had six birdies against one bogey, while Sachin Baisoya, who is looking for his second IGPL win, had six birdies and one late bogey in his 67. Kapur, meanwhile, opened with a solid four-under 68 to share fourth place with five other players. The former Asian Games gold medallist is coming into the Delhi leg with unfinished business after his dramatic battle with Varun Chopra in Ras Al Khaimah last week. Kapur had appeared in control of the Ras Al Khaimah event after opening with a spectacular 10-under 62, including a hole-in-one, and carried a three-shot lead into the final round. But Chopra produced a decisive closing 68 to finish at 14-under 202 and claim his maiden IGPL title. Bhullar, one of the most successful players in IGPL history, was also among those sharing fourth place after a four-under 68. Bhullar, Indias most decorated player on the Asian Tour, has already won four IGPL titles, making him the league's most decorated player and a constant threat whenever he tees it up.
No Change of Guard ceremony at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Oct 3
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 30 (IANS) The Change of Guard Ceremony will not take place on October 3, 2026, at the Forecourt of Rashtrapati Bhavan. The decision has been officially conveyed through a press communique about this traditional military event held at the presidential residence. The Change of Guard is a time-honoured ceremonial parade that showcases the precision, discipline and heritage of the Indian Armed Forces. It is usually conducted at the Forecourt of Rashtrapati Bhavan and attracts a large number of visitors, including tourists, students and citizens who come to witness the colourful spectacle of marching contingents, military bands and the formal transfer of duties between units. On this occasion, authorities have confirmed that the ceremony scheduled for October 3 will not be held. No alternative date has been announced in the available information. Members of the public who had planned to attend the event are advised to take note of the cancellation and avoid travelling to the venue on that day. The Forecourt of Rashtrapati Bhavan remains a significant venue for national ceremonies and state functions. The Change of Guard has long been an integral part of the official calendar, reflecting the continuity of military tradition and the dignity of the highest office of the land. Its temporary suspension on the given date is therefore of public interest. Visitors and those interested in the ceremony are requested to check official channels of the Presidents Secretariat or related authorities for any further updates or revised schedules. As of now, the only confirmed information is that the event will not be conducted on October 3, 2026. The Change of Guard is a formal military ceremony performed at prominent sites worldwide, including Buckingham Palace in London, the Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi, and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington. It showcases discipline and tradition as soldiers formally hand over duties in a colourful public spectacle.
INDIA bloc reiterates CEC's resignation demand, DMK assures support in Parliament
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 30 (IANS) After the meeting of the INDIA bloc on Wednesday, the opposition parties reiterated their demand for the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar's resignation, while the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) referred to the alliance as political opportunism. The DMK, which had left the alliance due to its differences with the Congress, assured support to the impeachment motion against the CEC in the Parliament. Speaking to reporters following the meeting of the INDIA bloc, Congress MP KC Venugopal reiterated his allegation that the Election Commission is otally working for BJP, which is why, he said, the party is protecting the poll panel. Samajwadi Party MP Pushpendra Saroj said that the INDIA bloc parties have agreed that democracy is being undermined today. He also alleged that the Election Commission has been pressurised by the BJP and claimed that if the current CEC continues, free and fair elections won't be possible. Speaking to IANS, Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader and Bihar Leader of Opposition Tejashwi Yadav said: We have all come together to save democracy. We will fight to protect democracy, whether in Parliament, on the streets, or in court. The conspirators are plotting one conspiracy after another against the democracy, and they will not be spared. One Gyanesh Kumar will go, and another Gyanesh Kumar specimen will come. The people of the country will have to remove the BJP. We have to save the Constitution of the country and save democracy, he added. While leaving after the meeting of the alliance parties, CPI-M Rajya Sabha MP John Brittas said: It is the responsibility of every citizen to rally behind the demand for Gyanesh Kumar's removal, so that the democracy can be saved. However, DMK Spokesperson T.K.S. Elangovan asserted that mere meeting of the INDIA bloc won't lead to Gyanesh Kumar's removal as the CEC. It is the Parliament where it needs to be done (impeachment motion)...when the issue comes up before the House we will stand up against the CEC. Just by not attending the meeting, does not mean that we will backtrack on issues concerning the country, he told IANS. Similarly, Biju Janata Dal (BJD) MP Sasmit Patra also said though BJD is not a part of the INDIA bloc, the party sticks to its chief Naveen Patnaik's stance, demanding the resignation of CEC Gyanesh Kumar. Meanwhile, BJP MP Praveen Khandelwal accused the INDIA bloc parties of being opportunists. This is not the INDIA bloc; it is an alliance of political opportunism among those who desire power and whom the people repeatedly reject... So, whether they meet or not has no significance, because the result will ultimately be zero. There is no constructive approach; it is a destructive approach, which has no place in society, he told IANS. BJP leader Shazia Ilmi also said: The INDI Alliance meeting has been quite strange. Some people are there, some are not, some are participating virtually, and some are sending representatives. Now they (Opposition) have problems with the Chief Election Commissioner, earlier they had problems with the EVM and VVPATs, then how do they want elections to be conducted? As far as SIR is concerned, do they want the deceased, duplicate and shifted voters to be retained? It's a strange thing if they don't want electoral rolls to be revised, she added. Echoing similar view, Democratic Trinamool Congress MLA Madan Mitra said: Nothing will come of this because the INDIA bloc has no real unity. Today they say that they are all together, and tomorrow they walk away. Janata Dal-United leader Rajiv Ranjan Prasad also remarked that the Opposition alliance has fallen apart into a thousand pieces.
Dismissed BSF tradesmen share their sufferings, veterans support their cause for reinstatement
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 30 (IANS) About 400 tradesmen in the Border Security Force (BSF) realised their long-held dream of serving the nation in 2024 when they got recruited in the force through Prime Ministers Rozgar Mela initiative, but their dreams were short-lived as their services were terminated over fake skill certificates. Deepak, a Delhi resident, sharing his suffering, said that he never imagined that he would face termination from the national service he had always craved. After serving the BSF for nearly two years, he was dismissed from service over possession of a fake certificate. In fact, Deepak is not alone; there are around 400 tradesmen who were dismissed from jobs due to fake documents. All of them were reportedly tricked with fake skill certificates, issued by the cyber fraudsters. Today, Deepak is facing a financial crisis and is also tense about how to fund his elder sister's wedding, the responsibility for which lies on his shoulders. Like Deepak, there are many BSF tradesmen who not long ago had flourishing career options, but today they are jobless and also carry a taint of submitting fake documents. All the affected personnel, including cooks and water carriers, want their services restored and are calling for their reinstatement, failing which they plan to protest at Delhis Jantar Mantar. The 'Alliance of All Ex-Paramilitary Forces Welfare Association' on Wednesday held a press conference at the Press Club of India regarding the dismissal of these 400 individuals. The organisation demanded that the government reinstate these employees. It stated that these individuals were dismissed over fake documents and were themselves victims of cyber fraud. The organisation urged the government to reconsider the matter and provide relief to the affected employees. The organisation also announced that if no action is taken on their demands, they will launch a hunger strike at Jantar Mantar starting October 9. Speaking to IANS, Deepak said that he is from Delhi and was posted with the 155th Battalion in Ferozepur, Punjab. He said he was informed that his certificate was not genuine. According to Deepak, he fell victim to online fraud. He recounted learning about an institute via YouTube that claimed to issue valid certificates. Deepak claimed that legal action and arrests were made against the individuals involved in the matter; however, they were released after a few days and are currently running their YouTube channel. We have been victims of cyber fraud. We are facing immense difficulties. My elder sister's wedding has been put on hold. This job meant a great deal to us; we had worked very hard to secure it, he said. Ranbir Singh, General Secretary of the Alliance of All Ex-Paramilitary Forces Welfare Association, stated that the employees working as tradesmen were serving in the lower ranks of the force. Recruitment drives were held in 2023-24 for positions such as cooks, water carriers, and waiters. The candidates submitted the certificates required for this recruitment and served for two years. However, the documents later turned out to be fake. In reality, the fault does not lie with the young recruits, but with those who issued the certificates; the recruits themselves have been victims of fraud, he argued. Making a fervent appeal to the government, he said that with Diwali near, these personnel should be reinstated so that 400 families can also celebrate the festival. Association President HR Singh described the situation as highly peculiar, saying, These individuals had secured jobs as cooks, water carriers, and other tradesmen after successfully clearing written exams, physical tests, and document verifications. They served for nearly two years and became proficient in their duties; some even received awards for their performance. They fell victim to cyber fraud, and having served for two years, many are now ineligible for employment elsewhere due to age limits. While isolated cases might have been a different matter, dismissing around 400 people based on technical discrepancies is a serious issue. The government and the BSF should consider this matter from a humanitarian perspective, he added. Gajendra Singh Chaudhary, a retired BSF officer, supported their demand for a statement, claiming that the reason cited for their sacking was unfair and unsound.
WhatsApp introduces optional parental controls for teens amid safety concerns
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 30 (IANS) WhatsApp on Wednesday, announced a new set of optional parental controls for teenagers, giving parents greater control over their teens privacy settings, group activity, Channels and Meta AI experience on the messaging platform. The company said the new controls are designed to help parents and teenagers decide together how they want to use WhatsApp, while keeping personal conversations protected. Under the new controls, parents will be able to select privacy settings for their teens, including who can view their profile photo and who can add them to groups. If teenagers want to loosen any of these settings, they will require approval through a parent-set PIN. Parents will also receive notifications when their teen joins or leaves a group, or when the size of a group increases significantly. They will have additional options to determine how their teen uses Channels, including which Status updates the teen can view and who can view the teens own Status updates. WhatsApp has also introduced controls for the Meta AI experience available to teenagers. Parents can choose between the default 13+ setting and a stricter Limited Content option, depending on the level of restrictions they want for their teen. The company said the controls are being introduced gradually and will be developed further based on feedback from families. WhatsApp said the aim is to encourage open conversations between parents and teenagers about responsible use of the platform without compromising the privacy of personal communications. The parental controls are entirely optional, with parents able to decide the level of support their teen needs and change or disable the settings at any time. WhatsApp said that even when the controls are enabled, teens personal messages and calls will remain protected by end-to-end encryption. The company said no one outside a chat, including WhatsApp, can access or listen to users personal messages and calls. The announcement follows WhatsApps earlier efforts to introduce parental controls aimed at younger users. Earlier this year, the platform announced tools allowing parents and guardians to adjust communication settings and restrict certain features so that pre-teens could primarily use WhatsApp for messaging and calls.
Asian Games: The first person I called was my mother, says wrestler Sunil Kumar on his bronze
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 30 (IANS) Greco-Roman wrestler Sunil Kumar boarded the flight to Japan for the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games, aiming for a gold medal in his second appearance in the Continental Games. Though he managed to win only a bronze in the men's 87kg category on Wednesday, he was proud of his effort, as he managed that after his return to action following knee surgery. And the first person he called after winning the medal in Nagoya was his mother, as it was her blessings and support that helped him go through the rehabilitation. Winning a medal for India means a lot to me. I came here with the aim of winning gold for the country, so I know there is more I could have done, but Im proud to have returned from my injury and stood on the podium. After my knee surgery, IIS supported me throughout my rehabilitation and helped me come back stronger. The first person I called after winning was my mother. I'm really thankful for the blessings and support from everyone. I cant wait to go back and celebrate this win with her, Sunil was quoted as saying by his sponsors on Wednesday. Sunil Kumar produced a dominant display to secure bronze in the mens 87kg Greco-Roman wrestling event at the Asian Games 2026 on Wednesday, overpowering the Philippines Callum Johnston Roberts 9-0 by technical superiority. The victory not only earned Sunil a second consecutive Asian Games bronze but also etched his name in the record books. The 27-year-old became the first Indian wrestler to win two Greco-Roman wrestling medals at the Asian Games. Returning to the podium after taking bronze in the same category at Hangzhou 2022, Sunil needed barely one round to settle the contest at the Nagoya City Inae Sports Centre. He immediately took control, throwing Roberts over twice in the opening exchanges to collect four points. A further point for passivity soon followed, leaving the Indian with a 5-0 advantage barely 90 seconds into the bout. Sunil showed no signs of easing off. He capitalised on another passivity sequence to take his opponent down and stretch the lead to 7-0, leaving Roberts struggling to find an answer to the Indians relentless attacks. The end came shortly afterwards. Sunil executed another scoring move to add two more points and reach the nine-point winning margin required for technical superiority, bringing the contest to an emphatic conclusion.
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Delhi is set for a technology-driven overhaul of its traffic management system, with the Cabinet approving Rs 1,789.52 crore for an Intelligent Traffic Management System (ITMS). The Delhi Police will implement the project across 42 traffic corridors in three phases over 24 months, followed by five years of operation and maintenance. The system will use adaptive traffic signals, real-time monitoring, automated enforcement and integrated command-and-control infrastructure. It will detect congestion, accidents and traffic violations while supporting green corridors for ambulances and other emergency vehicles. Commuters will also get information on traffic conditions, diversions and parking through digital platforms and Variable Message Signs. The project will cover 1,092 adaptive signal locations and 1,029 enforcement locations across Delhi.
Asian Games: President Murmu congratulates Kapil Pokhariya, Sunil Kumar on bronze medals
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 30 (IANS) President Droupadi Murmu on Wednesday congratulated Indian boxers Kapil Pokhariya and wrestler Sunil Kumar after they secured bronze medals at the Asian Games 2026. Kapil claimed the bronze medal in the mens 90 kg boxing event after losing 1-4 to reigning world champion Turabek Khabibullaev of Uzbekistan in the semifinal. Kapil made a bright start and found success with combinations during the opening round, but Turabeks speed, physicality and accuracy gradually shifted the contest in his favour. The Uzbek boxer was awarded the first round unanimously. The Indian continued to look for openings in the second round and landed several punches, but Turabek responded with a strong left hook and controlled much of the exchanges. The judges awarded the round 4-1 to the Uzbek, putting Kapil in a difficult position heading into the final round. Kapil continued to attack and attempted to force the pace, but Turabek remained the more effective boxer. The Uzbek eventually secured a 4-1 split-decision victory to advance to the final, while Kapil took home the bronze medal. Congratulating Kapil, President Murmu wrote on X: I congratulate Kapil Pokhariya on winning the Bronze Medal in the Mens 90 kg Boxing event at the Asian Games 2026. May you continue to achieve many more milestones. Sunil, meanwhile, produced a dominant performance to secure bronze in the mens 87 kg Greco-Roman wrestling event, defeating the Philippines Callum Johnston Roberts 9-0 by technical superiority. The victory earned Sunil a second consecutive Asian Games bronze and made him the first Indian wrestler to win two Greco-Roman wrestling medals at the Asian Games. Returning to the podium after winning bronze in the same category at Hangzhou 2022, the 27-year-old needed barely one round to settle the contest at the Nagoya City Inae Sports Centre. Sunil immediately took control, throwing Roberts over twice in the opening exchanges to collect four points. A further point for passivity followed, leaving the Indian with a 5-0 advantage barely 90 seconds into the bout. He continued to attack and capitalised on another passivity sequence to take his opponent down and stretch the lead to 7-0. Sunil then executed another scoring move to add two more points and reach the nine-point winning margin required for technical superiority. Congratulating Sunil, President Murmu wrote on X: Warm congratulations to Sunil Kumar on winning the Bronze Medal in the Mens 87 kg Greco-Roman Wrestling event at the Asian Games 2026. May this achievement inspire you to scale even greater heights and bring many more moments of glory to the nation. With Kapils bronze, three Indian boxers have secured bronze medals at the Asian Games 2026, with Priya Ghanghas and Narender also finishing on the podium. India will have three boxers fighting for gold on October 2, with Parveen Hooda, Lovlina Borgohain and Ankush Panghal set to compete in their respective finals.
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Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sept 30 (IANS) The AATS of Delhi Police's Dwarka District has busted an illegal international call centre operating from Vipin Garden, Uttam Nagar, and arrested five persons for targeting foreign nationals by impersonating Amazon and Apple technical support executives. Acting on specific intelligence, a team led by Inspector Manish Yadav, AATS Dwarka, under the supervision of ACP/Operations Subhash Malik, conducted discreet surveillance and technical verification of the suspected call centre. A raid was subsequently conducted during the intervening night of September 28 and 29, during which five persons were found involved in cyber fraud targeting foreign nationals. The operation was carried out following directions from DCP, Dwarka, Kushal Pal Singh, as part of a special drive against illegal call centres involved in fraudulent activities. A dedicated team comprising SIs Dhananjay Kumar and Jitender Singh, ASI Dev Kumar, Head Constables Inder Singh, Sandeep, Sonu, Manish, Manoj, Pradeep, and woman Head Constable Mamta was constituted to identify such establishments, ascertain their modus operandi and apprehend those involved. According to police, the accused contacted foreign nationals through VoIP applications, including MicroSIP, X-Lite and Google Voice, while posing as Amazon and Apple technical support executives. After gaining the victims' confidence, they induced them to install AnyDesk and other remote-access software and subsequently deceived them into making payments or divulging sensitive financial information. Police said 10 laptops, four mobile phones, two Wi-Fi routers, headsets and other calling accessories were recovered from the premises. Digital evidence, including Google Voice, MicroSIP, X-Lite and AnyDesk applications, international contact databases, call scripts, login credentials and other incriminating data, was also recovered. The accused have been identified as Simranjeet, 33, a resident of Ludhiana; Mark Martin, 47, of Gurugram; Elton John Salters, 43, of Kolkata; Abhishek S Abraham, 30, of Mehrauli, Delhi; and Anita, 34, of Kendrapara, Odisha. Police said Simranjeet worked as a call-centre operator and managed operational infrastructure, including allocating user IDs, passwords and other login credentials. Martin handled overseas calls and persuaded foreign victims by posing as a technical support executive. Salters operated multiple systems and communicated with foreign nationals through VoIP applications and had previously been involved in similar activities, Abraham allegedly worked as a call-centre agent involved in cyber fraud operations, while Anita allegedly worked as a caller and used a dedicated laptop to contact foreign nationals under fictitious identities. Of the five persons apprehended, one woman has been served a notice. A case has been registered under FIR No. 259/2026 dated September 29, under Sections 318(4), 319(2), 61(2) and 3(5) of the BNS and Sections 66(C) and 66(D) of the IT Act at Mohan Garden Police Station. Further investigation is underway.
BKS honours women farmers, highlights their role in agriculture
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 30 (IANS) The Bharatiya Kisan Sangh (BKS) on Wednesday organised its first women farmers conference at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium here, with speakers stressing this often unsung section's contribution and the need to change the conventional image of women farmers. During the sessions, participants openly discussed challenges in the agricultural sector. They urged the government to pay immediate attention, according to a statement issued by the BKS, a farmers organisation aligned with the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS). Addressing the inaugural session, Vice-Chancellor of Kota Agriculture University, Prof. Vimla Dunkwal, the Chief Guest, said Indias women's power can create and nurture simultaneously. She said women embody Annapurna and Durga, prioritising duties over rights. While introducing the conference, All India Womens Convener and Womens Coordinator Manju Dixit stressed the need to change the conventional image of women farmers in India. She said that today, equipped with modern technology and energy, women farmers are making significant contributions to their families' and the nation's growth. The organizations President K. Sai Reddy, Vice-President Sushila Bishnoi, and Secretary Veena Satish also addressed the session. In the valedictory session, BKS General Secretary Mohini Mohan Mishra said a developed and healthy India by 2047 was unattainable without Gau-Krishi-Vanijyam and organic farming. He called upon the government to formulate policies focused on poison-free farming, a disease-free society and food with nectar-like nutrition. BKS Organising Secretary Dinesh Kulkarni remarked that dignity for self-reliant and independent women farmers would naturally elevate the pride of villages, society and families. Thousands of women farmers from various states and villages across the country participated in the conference, the statement said. The event commenced with guests performing Gau-Pujan, Lord Balaram Pujan and flag hoisting, accompanied by the resounding chant: We, the women of India, shall bring glory. Also present were RSS National Sampark Pramukh Ramlal, Sah-Sampark Pramukh of Rashtra Sevika Samiti Ritu Sharma, and several senior office-bearers of the BKS. Women farmers with outstanding performance were also honoured from among entries received from across the country. The participants wore their respective traditional regional attire, sang folk songs in regional languages and performed cultural dances. A highlight of the conference was that the women farmers who participated met all costs on their own, including travel and related expenses, the statement added. Incidentally, the organisation held its first-ever such event in the year the United Nations declared the International Year of the Woman Farmer.
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Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 30 (IANS) The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Wednesday arrested a Senior Overseer (Civil) of Western Coalfields Limited (WCL), Umred Area, in a bribery case. The agency registered the instant case on September 30, 2026, against the accused officer posted at Gokul Murpar Sub Area, Umred Area, WCL, on the basis of a complaint. According to the complaint, the accused Senior Overseer (Civil) demanded a bribe of Rs 50,000, which amounted to two per cent of the total bill amount of Rs 25,35,693. The demand was made as a reward for releasing payment against the complainants third bill related to ongoing contractual work. The complainant had been awarded the contract by WCL for constructing two borewells and installing submersible pumps along with an internal main line and distribution pipeline to ensure drinking water supply at the rehabilitation site of Pirwa village. Acting on the complaint, the CBI laid a trap on Wednesday. The accused was caught red-handed while accepting a bribe of Rs 40,000. Following the successful trap operation, the Senior Overseer (Civil) was arrested by the investigating team. The CBI said that the case highlights alleged corruption in the processing and release of payments for developmental works related to rehabilitation and basic amenities. The work in question was meant to provide essential drinking water infrastructure at the Pirwa village rehabilitation site, underscoring the seriousness of the alleged demand for illegal gratification. Officials said the arrested officer was taken into custody after the recovery of the bribe amount during the trap. Necessary legal formalities, including production before the competent court, are being completed as per procedure. The Central Bureau of Investigation has confirmed that the investigation into the matter is continuing. Further inquiries are underway to examine the full extent of the alleged irregularities, the role of the accused, and any other possible angles related to the case. The agency is collecting additional evidence and recording statements to take the probe to its logical conclusion.
Kin of Pahalgam victims welcome killing of terrorist Hashim Moosa
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 30 (IANS) Family members of victims of the Pahalgam terror attack on Wednesday welcomed the elimination of Pakistan-backed Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terrorist Mohammad Asif alias Hashim Moosa, who was wanted for his role in the April 2025 attack and was killed by security forces in J&K's Budgam district. The Chinar Corps of the Indian Army confirmed the killing of the Pakistan-linked terrorist. In a post on X early on Wednesday, the Chinar Corps stated: Further to the ongoing operation (Op Korag), during the search early morning in the general area of Palmaidan, the body of Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terrorist Mohammad Asif alias Hashim Moosa was recovered along with war-like stores. It added that the operation was still underway. Aishanya Dwivedi, wife of victim Shubham Dwivedi, described the operation as a significant achievement and praised the Indian Armys efforts in tracking down the terrorists. Speaking to IANS, she urged the security forces to take similar action against those allegedly sheltering terrorists in the country. If people within the country do not support them, situations like the one in Pahalgam would not arise, she said. Aishanya Dwivedi alleged that terrorists entering India from Pakistan and carrying out attacks indicated that they received support from individuals within the country. Referring to Hashim Moosa, she questioned how he had managed to remain in India for so long and survive without local assistance. The Army should find out and eliminate such people too, who provide support to terrorists, because this is treason, she said. Asavari Jagdale, daughter of Pahalgam attack victim Santosh Jagdale, recalled that her father and one of his closest friends were killed in the attack. She said the victims were allegedly asked about their religion before being shot and added that the incident would remain with the affected families throughout their lives. We will never be able to recover from this incident. It will never leave our minds and will stay with us for as long as we live, she said. However, Asavari Jagdale expressed happiness over the news of Hashim Moosas killing. Our Indian Army, intelligence agencies, NIA and all security agencies jointly handled the operation and eliminated him. I am extremely happy about this, she told IANS. She added that, on behalf of her family and all 26 affected families, she wanted to thank the security forces. Asavari Jagdale also urged the continuation of such operations until all terrorists involved in such activities are eliminated. Former Lieutenant General Sanjay Kulkarni said the families affected by the Pahalgam terror attack could finally breathe a sigh of relief knowing that all the terrorists involved in the attack had now been eliminated. This is a matter of great satisfaction, he told IANS. He added that one of Moosas associates had been killed about three weeks earlier. Describing Pakistan as a merchant of terror, Sanjay Kulkarni said: It is Pakistan that pushes terrorists into India in this manner.
