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DDCA Director Vikas Katyal Appointed Team India Manager For West Indies Series

District Cricket Association: Delhi & District Cricket Association (DDCA) Director Vikas Katyal has been appointed as the manager of the Indian cricket team for the upcoming home series against the West Indies, the state association announced on Wednesday. India and West Indies will face each other in three ODIs and five T20Is, with the series beginning on September 27. The ODI series will open in Thiruvananthapuram on September 27 before moving to Guwahati and New Chandigarh. The five-match T20I series will then be played in Lucknow, Ranchi, Indore, Hyderabad and Bengaluru. Shubman Gill will lead India in the ODI series, with senior batters Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli also part of the squad. Shreyas Iyer will captain the T20I side, which includes a mix of experienced campaigners and emerging talent. Abhishek Sharma, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Ishan Kishan, Sanju Samson and Tilak Varma are among the players named in the squad. The DDCA congratulated Katyal on his appointment and described it as a moment of pride for the association and the wider Delhi cricket fraternity. This is a proud occasion for the entire DDCA fraternity, as one of its directors has been entrusted with the responsibility of managing the Indian cricket team. DDCA congratulates Katyal on this prestigious appointment and wishes him and Team India every success for the West Indies series to be played in India, the DDCA said in a statement. The appointment comes ahead of a series in which India will look to maintain its strong record against the West Indies. In ODIs, India have won 67 of the 142 matches between the two teams, while West Indies have 63 victories. Two matches have ended in ties, and four produced no result. This is a proud occasion for the entire DDCA fraternity, as one of its directors has been entrusted with the responsibility of managing the Indian cricket team. DDCA congratulates Katyal on this prestigious appointment and wishes him and Team India every success for the West Indies series to be played in India, the DDCA said in a statement. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories The two teams last met in the T20 World Cup earlier this year, with India defeating the West Indies by five wickets at Eden Gardens on March 1. Article Source: IANS

CNMSports 23 Sep 2026 6:38 pm

After 350 Crore Success, Hanuman Ansh Team Returns to Ayodhya to Seek Blessings

Hanuman Ansh continues its remarkable theatrical run after crossing the 350 crore mark worldwide. Following the films success, producer Anupriya Nagar and the team visited Ram Janmabhoomi and Hanumangarhi in Ayodhya to offer prayers. The team also recently met Union Home Minister Amit Shah in New Delhi and discussed the films story rooted in Neem Karoli Babas life and teachings, along with the upcoming RamBola. Heres a look at the films box office journey, Ayodhya visit and the latest meetings.

The Times of India 23 Sep 2026 6:26 pm

LSR College Students Protest Over Delhi Gang-Rape

Students of Lady Shri Ram College took out a protest march over the alleged gang-rape near Delhis Kalkaji Temple, raising concerns over womens safety and demanding action.

The Times of India 23 Sep 2026 6:26 pm

Big Honours, Bigger Emotions

For the first time, the National Film Awards moved beyond New Delhi, with Gujarats Statue of Unity providing the backdrop for the 72nd edition. President Droupadi Murmu presented the honours on Tuesday, celebrating films certified in 2024 and 92 winners across categories. Niharika Konidela, Priyanka Dutt, Yami Gautam and Kartik Aaryan share what the national honour meant to them

Deccan Chronicle 23 Sep 2026 6:19 pm

Dozens of Pakistani children contract HIV after routine hospital visits, families seek justice: Report

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 23 (IANS) A growing health crisis has emerged in Pakistan, where dozens of parents claim their children contracted HIV after receiving routine medical treatment at hospitals, a report has said. The affected families allege that unsafe medical practices, including the repeated use of syringes and needles for injections and intravenous (IV) drips, exposed their children to the virus, according to a report by NPR. According to parents cited by the website, their children had been taken to healthcare facilities for common illnesses and routine procedures, only to later test positive for HIV. The shocking diagnoses have left families devastated, with many struggling to understand how their children became infected despite having no known risk factors. The outbreak has had tragic consequences. At least six children have reportedly died, while many others are now living with a lifelong condition that requires continuous medical treatment and monitoring, the report said. HIV attacks the body's immune system and, although manageable with modern medicines, remains a chronic illness that can carry serious health, financial and social burdens. Families of the affected children are demanding accountability and official recognition of what they describe as a preventable tragedy. Many parents have accused hospital staff of negligence, alleging that basic infection-control procedures were ignored, leading to the spread of the virus among young patients. Beyond seeking justice, the families are also grappling with the long-term challenges of caring for children diagnosed with HIV. The cost of treatment, regular medical check-ups and concerns about stigma have added to their difficulties, the report noted. Parents said that they fear for their children's future as they come to terms with a diagnosis that could have been avoided. The incident has renewed concerns about patient safety and infection-control standards in parts of Pakistan's healthcare system. Rights advocates and affected families are calling for thorough investigations, stronger oversight of medical facilities and measures to ensure that similar outbreaks do not occur again.

bhaskarlive 23 Sep 2026 6:07 pm

Gautam Adani reclaims India

New Delhi: Gautam Adani and family reclaimed the top spot on Indias rich list, overtaking Mukesh Ambani, as the countrys billionaire population hit a record 391, according to the M3M Hurun India Rich List 2026. Adanis wealth rose 13 per cent to Rs 9.23 lakh crore (USD 96 billion), while Ambanis fell 10 per cent 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 .

The Siasat Daily 23 Sep 2026 6:04 pm

Ramdev and Brijbhushan Sharan Singh Resolve Dispute After Productive Dialogue

Yoga guru Ramdev and former MP Singh settle misunderstandings, affirm mutual respect during a press conference in New Delhi. Ramdev and Brijbhushan Sharan Singh Resolve Dispute After Productive Dialogue

Daily Kiran 23 Sep 2026 6:03 pm

Bharat Dynamics gets Rs 811 crore deal to make Anti-Airfield glide bombs for IAF

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 23 (IANS) The Ministry of Defence on Wednesday signed a contract with Bharat Dynamics Limited for the procurement of 160 Satellite Smart Anti-Airfield Weapons (SAT-SAAW) along with associated equipment for the Indian Air Force at a total cost of Rs 810.79 crore under the Buy Indian - Indigenously Designed, Developed and Manufactured category, according to an official statement. The contract was signed in the presence of Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh. SAT-SAAW is an air-to-ground precision-guided glide bomb which can be launched from aircraft like Jaguar, Hawk & Su-30 MKI, and has the capability to neutralise enemy airfields from a long stand-off range. Indigenously designed and developed by the DRDO, the system will have an indigenous content of 60 per cent along with indigenisation of sub-systems like Initial Measurement Unit, Long Impact Delay Fuse and Twin Store Carrier to further boost Aatmanirbharta in defence, the statement said. The delivery of SAT-SAAW is scheduled between 2027-2028 and 2028-2029. Its induction would certainly enhance the operational capability of the Indian Air Force to continue its unhindered operations and strengthen defence preparedness of the country, it added. These guided glide bombs are used to target runways, taxi tracks, reinforced bunkers, aircraft hangars, radar installations, fuel storage and communications facilities. The attacks damage enemy airfields and are used to neutralise the adversarys air power in early conflict stages. They allow fighter jets to strike deep inside enemy territory or contested airspace without entering hostile surface-to-air missile (SAM) envelopes. The glide bomb is also considered cheaper than tactical missiles because it relies on aerodynamic glide, as it uses the launch aircrafts momentum rather than an onboard rocket or jet motor for propulsion. It is armed with a high-explosive, pre-fragmented deep-penetration warhead to inflict maximum damage to airfield infrastructure, with satellite navigation providing the bomb with high accuracy.

bhaskarlive 23 Sep 2026 5:58 pm

Southwest monsoon withdraws from Delhi two days ahead of normal date

Delhi recorded 728.6 mm of rainfall at Safdarjung from June 1 to September 23, against the normal 629.7 mm, it said. The rainfall was 16% above normal and fell in the ormal rainfall category

The Hindu 23 Sep 2026 5:55 pm

'Better advised to counsel Pakistan': India rejects OIC Contact Group's statement on Jammu and Kashmir

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 23 (IANS) India on Wednesday rejected the references made about the country in the Joint Communique of the OIC's so-called Contact Group on Jammu and Kashmir, terming them unwarranted and factually incorrect and said that the grouping has no locus standi to pronounce on its internal matters. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said that the entire Union Territories of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh are an integral and inalienable part of India, and o amount of repetition of politically motivated propaganda can change this reality. On references to India in the Joint Communique, it said: India categorically rejects the unwarranted and factually incorrect references to India in the Joint Communique of the so-called OIC Contact Group on Jammu and Kashmir. The OIC has no locus standi to pronounce on matters that are strictly internal to India. The entire Union Territories of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh are integral and inalienable part of India, and no amount of repetition of politically motivated propaganda can change this reality. Repeated endorsement of such motivated narratives only raises serious questions on the credibility of OIC, it added. The MEA advised OIC to counsel Pakistan, which has a well-documented record of supporting and sponsoring terrorism to address the continuing threat of terrorism emanating from territories under its control. Instead of offering a platform to Pakistan to peddle its fabricated and motivated propaganda, OIC will be better advised to counsel Pakistan, which has a well-documented record of supporting and sponsoring terrorism, to look inwards and address the continuing threat of terrorism emanating from territories under its control, the MEA statement said. In June, India firmly rejected baseless and malicious allegations by Pakistan, while dismissing references to the Jammu and Kashmir made by the OIC, reiterating that the region remains an integral and inalienable part of the country. At the 62nd session of the Human Rights Council, First Secretary at the Permanent Mission of India to the United Nations, Anupama Singh said: India is compelled to exercise its right of reply in response to the references made to it by Pakistan and the OIC. We categorically reject the baseless and malicious allegations made by Pakistan. We also categorically reject the references to J&K made by the OIC. Pakistan's propaganda is designed to mask its domestic failures and support for terrorism. Its misuse of the OIC coordinator's role only reinforces deception. We have no desire to dignify such propaganda. However, we would like to make a few points. For the record, Jammu and Kashmir was, is, and will always remain an integral and inalienable part of India. The only unresolved issue is Pakistan's illegal occupation of Indian territories and their return. Pakistan's propaganda cannot obscure the reality of repression in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir, she added. Singh said that the unrest in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) was the inevitable consequence of decades of repression, military control, and the denial of fundamental rights, asserting that an illegal and illegitimate occupation could only be sustained through force. Singh also accused Pakistan of pursuing terrorism as state policy while simultaneously portraying itself as a victim of terrorism. This is the country where the sitting Defence Minister boasts of hosting, training, and deploying terrorists as state policy, and yet Pakistan calls itself a victim of terrorism. Indeed, a paradox which only Pakistan could sustain. It is a living example of a Frankenstein state which is shocked when its own monster bites back, she stated,

bhaskarlive 23 Sep 2026 5:54 pm

Smriti Irani appointed BJP in-charge for Haryana and Chhattisgarh, Vinod Tawde to look after UP

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 23 (IANS) Bharatiya Janata Party National President Nitin Nabin on Tuesday announced a fresh set of appointments of state in-charges and co-in-charges for various states and union territories. The appointments, detailed in an official press release issued from the partys central office, take effect immediately. According to the circular, the party has assigned organisational responsibilities covering nearly all states and UTs. Notable appointments include Smriti Irani as in-charge for both Chhattisgarh and Haryana, with Siddharth Shambhu as co-in-charge for Chhattisgarh and Dr Bhola Singh as co-in-charge for Haryana. Baijayant Jay Panda has been named state in-charge for Maharashtra, assisted by co-in-charges Amit Malviya, Sadanand Shet Tanavade and Kamaljeet Sahrawat. In Uttar Pradesh, Vinod Tawde has been appointed state in-charge, with Jagadish Patel, Medha Kulkarni, Dr Pradeep Verma and Anant Ojha as co-in-charges. Sunil Bansal will serve as state in-charge for both Telangana and West Bengal. For Telangana, Abhay Patil and Rekha Sharma are co-in-charges, while West Bengals co-in-charges include Lal Singh Arya, Rajendra Singh and Pinki Kushwaha. Other key assignments feature Biplab Kumar Deb as in-charge for Madhya Pradesh with Rekha Verma as co-in-charge, Ram Madhav as state in-charge for Tamil Nadu and Uttarakhand, Harish Dwivedi as state in-charge for Bihar and Karnataka, and Dr Satish Poonia as state in-charge for Jammu and Kashmir and Punjab. Mangal Pandey has been named state in-charge for Assam, while Dr Arvind Bhadauria will head Andhra Pradesh with Vanathi Srinivasan as co-in-charge. Meanwhile, BJP national president Nitin Nabin has appointed Ashish Usha Agrawal as convenor of the media department and Anil Baluni as co-ordinator of the communication department. The list also covers smaller states and UTs: Jay Prakash (Andaman and Nicobar), Dr Devesh Kumar (Arunachal Pradesh), Dr Vinay Sahasrabuddhe (Delhi), Dr Bharati Pravin Pawar (Goa), Tarun Chugh (Gujarat), Shrikant Sharma (Himachal Pradesh), Gajendra Patel (Jharkhand), Prof M Nagaraja (Kerala), Rajkumar Bhatia (Ladakh), George Kurian (Lakshadweep), Dr Rajdeep Roy (Manipur), Kanad Purkayastha (Meghalaya), Dr Bhagwat Karad (Mizoram), Anil Antony (Nagaland and Goa Sah Prabhari), D Purandeswari (Odisha), K Surendran (Puducherry), Raju Bista (Sikkim) and Mriganka Deb Barman (Tripura). Several leaders hold dual or multiple responsibilities under the partys organisational restructuring. The circular has been issued by national office in-charge Tarun Chugh to all state presidents and organisational general secretaries for information and necessary action. The appointments aim to strengthen the partys organisational network ahead of future electoral and organisational programmes.

bhaskarlive 23 Sep 2026 5:49 pm

Bank of India Customers Alert: Three-Day Bank Strike Proposed From September 28

New Delhi: Bank customers may face disruptions in banking services as the United Forum of Bank Unions (UFBU) has proposed a three-day nationwide bank strike from September 28 to September 30, 2026 . In a customer advisory, Bank of India (BOI) has asked customers to complete important banking transactions before the proposed strike dates and make use of digital and alternative banking channels during the period. Customers have been advised to: Complete important banking transactions before the strike dates. Use ATMs/ADWMs for cash requirements. Avail services through Customer Service Points (CSPs) . Give priority to Internet Banking, BOI Mobile Banking, UPI and other digital banking channels . Bank of India said it would make every possible effort to provide essential banking services during the proposed strike period. The bank also expressed regret for any inconvenience customers may face and thanked them for their cooperation and understanding. The strike has been described as a proposal in the BOI notice; the actual impact on banking services will depend on developments and the implementation of the strike.

bhaskarlive 23 Sep 2026 5:48 pm

'Bihar, Maha, Delhi, Haryana & Bengal': Oppn seeks repolls after EC 'dissent' report

Tejashwi Yadav has accused the Election Commission of being under BJP's influence to achieve electoral victories across various states. He also expressed his worries regarding the modifications to the voting records' retention period. Additionally, DMK chief MK Stalin has joined the call for the ousting of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, citing election discrepancies, while former West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee condemned the Commissions management of voting lists.

The Times of India 23 Sep 2026 5:44 pm

SEBI board meet likely to consider PMS revamp, broader FPI access: Report

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 23 (IANS) Indias market regulator Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) is expected to take up about a dozen proposals at its board meeting this week, including a comprehensive revamp of Portfolio Management Services (PMS) rules, a review of settlement norms and measures to widen the accredited investor framework. Other proposals under review include a common advertising code and permission for REITs and InvITs to raise foreign capital through depository receipts, according to multiple reports. The regulator is likely to consider a major overhaul of the PMS framework that would broaden investment choices and ease entry and compliance. SEBI considers if PMS managers should be allowed to invest in foreign securities, including listed overseas equities and debt, as well as overseas mutual funds investing in listed equities, debt and REITs, subject to FEMA, Liberalised Remittance Scheme limits with explicit client consent. Investments in to-be-listed securities could be allowed and discretionary PMS managers enabled to invest up to 10 percent of client assets under management in investment-grade unlisted debt. Demat portability, digital disclosure documents, simpler reporting, relaxed dealing-room and qualification requirements and easing of power-of-attorney norms are among other proposals. FPIs could be allowed in physically deliverable non-agricultural commodity derivatives, where they would have to square off or roll over positions three days before the delivery period. The proposal involving settlement framework review will link the base settlement amount to the minimum penalty prescribed under securities laws. A fast-track settlement route for cases involving amounts up to Rs 10 lakh, and extension of the application deadline from 60 to 90 days feature among other proposals. The proposed framework for Common Advertising Code reportedly ensures unified norms for stock brokers, mutual funds, portfolio managers, investment advisers, research analysts and other intermediaries.

bhaskarlive 23 Sep 2026 5:43 pm

India-Iceland ties have become stronger after TEPA: Ambassador Hoskuldsson

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 23 (IANS) There has been a significant strengthening of relations between India and Iceland after the Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) signed between India and the EFTA countries came into force last year, Iceland's Ambassador to New Delhi, Benedikt Hoskuldsson, told IANS in an exclusive interview on Wednesday. He said that since the agreement came into force, Iceland has worked effectively to promote TEPA within India, particularly among sectors that are important for strengthening bilateral relations. I believe TEPA really anchors the growing relationship between our two countries, the Ambassador remarked. Since the India-EFTA agreement came into force in October last year, we have been promoting Icelands interests in India. For example, we are seeing some tangible results from three workshops in three different cities in India, aimed at increasing tourism between the two countries. We also hosted a special event in Delhi to promote Icelandic seafood in India, and we are seeing positive results from that as well, he said. Besides, during this period, there has been one significant investment from Iceland in India's marine sector, he added. The Ambassador pointed out that Iceland sees the Indian market and the Indian economy developing significantly in the coming years, and India will be one of the key components of the Arctic countrys engagement and activities in Asia. He also highlighted that India has made rapid progress over the last decade and Iceland sees India's importance growing economically, as well as geopolitically, in the world today. The Ambassador further underscored that India and Iceland are working together on climate change. He said the work was going on in two significant areas where Iceland can contribute to India's trajectory towards greater climate resilience. The first is geothermal technology, which Iceland has mastered over nearly 100 years. This includes high-temperature geothermal applications to produce electricity, as well as the utilisation of low-temperature geothermal resources, which can benefit vulnerable populations, especially in northern and Himalayan regions. The second area is carbon capture, utilisation and storage, or CCUS. Iceland has been commercialising technologies in carbon capture, utilisation and storage for more than 20 years. These companies and technologies are now being brought to India, he added. We believe these technologies can support India's hard-to-abate sectors because, in order for India to grow, these sectors cannot simply be stopped. If you look at steel, petrochemicals and cement, these industries will continue to be necessary. But they also need to reduce their emissions and carbon footprint, the Ambassador noted. He pointed out that one way of doing that with currently available technologies is to capture carbon and store it in basalt rock formations underground, or to convert CO2 with hydrogen into e-methanol, which can potentially be used as a future aviation fuel.

bhaskarlive 23 Sep 2026 5:38 pm

Swami Ramdev rejects Patanjali ghee adulteration claims, says no medicine has been banned

Swami Ramdev on Wednesday rejected claims and discussions surrounding alleged adulteration in Patanjali ghee and reports that some of the company's medicines had been banned. Speaking at a press conference in Delhi, Ramdev said people spreading what he described as misinformation against Patanjali were behind such claims.

India TV 23 Sep 2026 5:34 pm

How Influencer Bittu Tabahi Mobilized Delhi Youth To Clean Up The Yamuna River

Content creator Bittu Tabahi takes direct action to clear plastic waste from sacred Yamuna.

The LogicaI Indian 23 Sep 2026 5:31 pm

ECI sharing differing views reflects pure democracy: BJP

New Delhi: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday, September 23, said that reports about three election commissioners sharing differing views during official deliberations show it is functioning in a democratic manner, and it demolishes the opposition parties allegation that the poll panel is dictatorial. The ruling BJPs reaction came amid a row over a 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 .

The Siasat Daily 23 Sep 2026 5:29 pm

'Pursue alternative remedies': SC declines to entertain PIL on removal of hateful social media content

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 23 (IANS) The Supreme Court on Wednesday refused to entertain a public interest litigation (PIL) seeking directions to social media platforms to identify, prevent, remove, or block unlawful, provocative, hateful, abusive and misleading digital content, including fake news and statements allegedly capable of threatening public order and communal harmony. A Bench of Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V. Mohana declined to entertain the plea filed by Hitendra Kumar Parsottambhai Gadhiya and granted him liberty to pursue alternate remedies. You can pursue your alternate remedies, the CJI-led Bench told the petitioners counsel, declining to tag the plea with another pending matter concerning social media content. The PIL, filed through advocate Barun Kumar Sinha, had sought directions to the Centre, Delhi government, and major social media platforms, including YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, X, and WhatsApp, to take effective steps against unlawful digital content in accordance with the Information Technology Act, 2000 and the Rules framed thereunder. The petitioner had sought directions for identification, prevention, removal and/or blocking of content described in the plea as unlawful, provocative, hateful, abusive, derogatory, misleading and objectionable digital content, including fake news, incendiary speeches, and anti-national slogans. The plea also sought appropriate action against persons responsible for creating, uploading, circulating and disseminating content not protected by law, while stressing that any regulatory action must remain consistent with the fundamental right to freedom of speech and expression under Article 19(1)(a) of the Constitution and the reasonable restrictions under Article 19(2). The petitioner claimed that the circulation of fake messages and provocative statements through social media platforms and SMS had contributed to disruption of public order and communal harmony. The PIL also alleged that social media intermediaries had failed to act in accordance with their statutory obligations under the Information Technology Act and the Rules framed thereunder and had not removed or blocked certain content which amounted to prohibited speech. The petition referred to the Supreme Court's judgment in Shreya Singhal v. Union of India, particularly its observations concerning offences involving promotion of enmity between groups on grounds of religion and deliberate or malicious acts intended to outrage religious feelings. The petitioner relied on the judgment to contend that social media platforms were required to comply with the legal framework governing unlawful content while also respecting constitutionally protected speech. The plea further alleged that social media platforms, including X, Facebook, YouTube, WhatsApp and Instagram, had failed to take adequate action against content containing anti-national slogans and statements against the sovereignty and integrity of India, despite the statutory framework governing intermediaries. The petitioner sought directions to the intermediaries concerned to comply with their statutory obligations and take appropriate action, in accordance with law, against persons responsible for the creation and dissemination of unlawful content.

bhaskarlive 23 Sep 2026 5:26 pm

Delhi Court confirms earlier injunctions in Hari Shankar Tibrewal defamation case

Delhi's Rouse Avenue Court has confirmed its earlier interim injunctions in a civil defamation case concerning businessman Hari Shankar Tibrewal, observing that certain publications allegedly portraying him as a Hawala Trader, a key figure in stock market manipulation scheme and a shadowy titan in a financial underworld prima facie attributed criminality to him.

The Economic Times 23 Sep 2026 5:18 pm

'Deliberations sign of healthy democracy': BJP on row over Election Commission

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 23 (IANS) Reacting to the media report which claimed that two Election Commissioners had objected on record to several decisions taken by the poll panel, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) said on Wednesday that deliberations are sign of a healthy democracy. Addressing a press conference, BJP MP Sambit Patra attacked the Opposition, saying that since the Narendra Modi government first came to power in 2014, opposition parties have been falling one after another. They (opposition parties) did not fall on a battlefield, but in the democratic arena. Their (Opposition's) existence came under threat because they were not chosen by the people. After that, particularly the Congress party realised that it could not win elections, and so the biggest weapon in its hands was to 'kill the institutions of the country'. It began attacking our constitutional institutions and trying to defame them, Patra claimed. Referring to the report by a leading newspaper, the BJP MP said: According to media report, there have been official deliberations between the three Election Commissioners, which is a sign of health democracy. If the three Election Commissioners who conduct elections in the country do not communicate with each other, do not exchange views or consult one another, and simply keep agreeing with each other, then the Opposition parties say, 'This is a dictatorship.' They say, 'This government appointed all three of them, and they simply keep saying yes to everything, Patra added. He said that today, all opposition parties have fallen into the trap where they said that the Election Commissioner and this government were dictatorial. Rather, I would call it as pure democracy where deliberations are taking place, he emphasised. Patra underlined that the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) is being conducted only after unanimous decision of the three Election Commissioners. They (all three Election Commissioners) were all on the same page, he asserted. Neither the Election Commission of India (ECI) nor any other constitutional body in India is under a dictatorial rule, rather they are functioning in a democratic manner, the BJP leader said. While responding to the Opposition's allegations of 'vote chori' (vote theft), Sambit Patra referred to the same media report's mention of SIR process in West Bengal. He cited that the maximum voter deletions took place in 20 Assembly seats, of which 13 were won by Mamata Banerjee's Trinamool Congress, one was won by Congress and six by the BJP. If we (BJP) have stolen votes, then how did some other party win on these seats? Patra asked. The BJP MP noted that the NDA had already won 2014, 2019 and 2024 Lok Sabha polls before Gyanesh Kumar was appointed as the Chief Election Commissioner and the initiation of the SIR process. He also cited the other Assembly polls won by the BJP and NDA before the appointment of the current CEC. The repeated allegation that we (BJP) are winning elections by stealing votes and that there is some kind of manipulation, is a misconception. This misleading narrative needs to be dispelled. It is necessary to expose the lies being spread by the Congress party and some of its alliance partners. This is not about benefiting the Bharatiya Janata Party, but about ensuring that even the poorest mother in the country continues to have strong faith in the Constitution, Patra said.

bhaskarlive 23 Sep 2026 5:17 pm

Supreme Court requests Chief Justice of India to explore possibility of permanent 5-judge bench for cases involving constitutional issues

New Delhi, Sep 23 (PTI) Flagging the inordinate delay in resolution of references made to larger benches, the Supreme Court on Wednesday requested the Chief Justice of India to explore the possibility of constituting a permanent five-judge bench to deal with cases involving constitutional issues. A bench of justices Dipankar Datta and Satish Chandra Sharma termed the delay as an area of grave concern and said self-introspection was required as pendency of reference for far too long does not reflect well on the institution. The observations were made after both the judges gave split opinions on whether a batch of

The Sen Times 23 Sep 2026 5:12 pm

India Hits Back at OIC Over Jammu and Kashmir Remarks

India on Wednesday rejected references to Jammu and Kashmir made by the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Contact Group, saying the grouping had no locus standi to comment on matters that New Delhi considers strictly internal to India. In a statement, the Ministry of External Affairs described the OICs references to Jammu and Kashmir as [] The post India Hits Back at OIC Over Jammu and Kashmir Remarks appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Pragativadi 23 Sep 2026 5:10 pm

Fire breaks out in a building in Delhi's Kirti Nagar, several fire tenders rushed to spot

A fire broke out in a building in Delhis Kirti Nagar area on Wednesday. The Delhi Fire Service received a call about the blaze at around 4:30 pm, following which fire tenders were rushed to the spot.

India TV 23 Sep 2026 5:04 pm

Awfis launches 100,000 sq ft premium workspace centre in Delhi Aerocity

The Elite by Awfis centre at Prestige Trade Centre offers built-to-suit and ready-to-move-in spaces, targeting GCCs and large enterprise occupiers

Business Standard 23 Sep 2026 4:47 pm

BJP Names Satish Poonia as In-charge for Jammu Kashmir, Rajkumar Bhatia Gets Ladakh

SRINAGAR: The BJP on Wednesday announced new state in-charges and co-in-charges as part of a nationwide organisational reshuffle, naming senior leader Satish Poonia as the partys in-charge for Jammu and Kashmir and Reena Kashyap of Himachal Pradesh as co-in-charge. For the Union Territory of Ladakh, the BJP appointed Rajkumar Bhatia, a leader from Delhi, as []

KashmirLife 23 Sep 2026 4:40 pm

SC bench divided on CEC appointment law, refers case to CJI

New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Wednesday, September 23, delivered a split verdict on whether a batch of petitions challenging the 2023 law on the appointment of the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) and Election Commissioners (ECs) should be referred to a larger five-judge Constitution Bench. A bench of Justices Dipankar Datta and Satish Chandra initially 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 .

The Siasat Daily 23 Sep 2026 4:25 pm

US citizen received Rs 30 lakh income tax demand notice in India, was denied India-US DTAA relief due to a mistake: Know how she won at ITAT Delhi

Rs 30 lakh income tax demand notice and India-US DTAA benefit denied to US citizen; she fights and wins case in ITAT Delhi; Know how

The Economic Times 23 Sep 2026 4:21 pm

Delhi homes to pay higher waste collection charges soon: MCD plans 50% hikes in solid waste management. Check new rates for different colonies

MCD has proposed nearly a 50 percent hike in solid waste management user charges and penalties under its draft SWM Bylaws 2026. The proposed rates will be lower for residents of E to H colonies than for those in A to D colonies, with MCD targeting March 2027 for implementation.

The Economic Times 23 Sep 2026 4:19 pm

Rakesh Bedi approaches Delhi High Court over personality rights, joins list of celebrities seeking protection

Veteran actor Rakesh Bedi has approached the Delhi High Court seeking protection of his personality rights. Bedi has been a part of the Indian film and television industry for over four decades and is known...

India TV 23 Sep 2026 4:18 pm

Delhi L-G orders park safety audit, Pink Police deployment after Astha Kunj gang rape

Delhi Lieutenant Governor Taranjit Singh Sandhu directed that a comprehensive safety audit of all Delhi parks be conducted within a week, with emphasis on adequate lighting, security, regular patrolling, and cleanliness

The Hindu 23 Sep 2026 4:17 pm

All orders, decisions taken by EC carry full legal sanctions; differing views normal: EC statement

New Delhi, Sep 23 (PTI) The Election Commission on Wednesday asserted that all its official orders, decisions and administrative directions carry full legal sanctions and that differing views and observations are a normal part of deliberation in any institution. In a statement following The Indian Express report that Election Commissioners Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Vivek Joshi had red flagged multiple issues, including deletion of names, in various states during the pan-India Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voters list, the EC also said that suggestions given by the Commissioners were for further improving the electoral processes. What do the Election Commissions

The Sen Times 23 Sep 2026 4:11 pm

Form 6 changes illegal, differences within EC serious: Ex-CEC

New Delhi: Changes to the statutory voter registration Form 6 are absolutely wrong and illegal, former chief election commissioner O P Rawat said on Wednesday, September 23, while describing revelations of differences within the Election Commission as very serious and unfortunate. Reacting to an Indian Express report that Election Commissioners Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Vivek 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 .

The Siasat Daily 23 Sep 2026 3:57 pm

Bittu Tabahi cleans Gurugram after Delhis Yamuna: 2,435 Kg waste removed from Khedki Daula, Noida the final stop of #CleanWithBittu drive

Surendra Singh Choudhry, also known as Bittu Tabahi, spearheaded an environmental cleanup initiative starting on World Cleanup Day. This campaign focused on eliminating waste from public areas across Delhi, Gurugram, and Noida. A remarkable 585 kg of trash was retrieved from the Yamuna in Delhi, and an impressive 2,435 kg was collected at Khedki Daula in Gurugram. This effort highlighted the detrimental effects of plastic pollution on local wildlife.

The Economic Times 23 Sep 2026 3:53 pm

IndiGo London-Delhi flight returns to Heathrow after technical issue

IndiGo flight 6E 04 from London to New Delhi returned safely to Heathrow after a technical issue was detected shortly after take-off. The aircraft is undergoing checks, while affected passengers were offered hotel accommodation and seats on the next available flights

Mid Day 23 Sep 2026 3:33 pm

One Woman, Eleven Men: Delhi HC Questions Territorial Army's 'Skewed' Recruitment

Kalra, a National Youth Award recipient and author of several books, has alleged that the Territorial Army has continued to provide a substantially higher number of officer vacancies to men while restricting women candidates to a single vacancy in each recruitment cycle since 2022.

Deccan Chronicle 23 Sep 2026 3:31 pm

Political Outcry in Delhi Over Mosque Demolition Action

Opposition leaders criticize the demolition of a mosque in Shalimar Bagh, alleging it fuels religious divides instead of addressing crime. Political Outcry in Delhi Over Mosque Demolition Action

Daily Kiran 23 Sep 2026 3:28 pm

SOG Jammu Arrests 3 Alleged Khauf Gang Members From Delhi

JAMMU, Sept 23: The Special Operations Group (SOG) Jammu has arrested three alleged members of the Khauf gang from Delhi, including its key member Karanjit Singh alias Gugga, who is wanted in 13 FIRs, officials said on Wednesday. Karanjit Singh, son of Arjun Singh and a resident of Dablehar in R S Pura, was apprehended [] The post SOG Jammu Arrests 3 Alleged Khauf Gang Members From Delhi appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 23 Sep 2026 3:27 pm

BJP Appoints Smriti Irani In-Charge of Haryana and Chhattisgarh

New Delhi, September 23, 2026: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has announced new state and Union Territory in-charges and co-in-charges as part of its organisational team under party president Nitin Nabin. Former Union minister Smriti Irani has been appointed BJP in-charge for Haryana and Chhattisgarh. Senior BJP leader Sunil Bansal has been given charge of ... Read more BJP Appoints Smriti Irani In-Charge of Haryana and Chhattisgarh

Udaipur Kiran 23 Sep 2026 3:23 pm

Sack CEC Gyanesh, arrest him; stop SIR immediately: Oppn

New Delhi: Expansive red flags raised by two Election Commissioners within the poll panel over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voters list triggered a massive political storm on Wednesday, September 23, with the Opposition accusing Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar of indulging in one-man autocracy and demanding his removal. Leader of Opposition in 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 .

The Siasat Daily 23 Sep 2026 3:22 pm

Todays Gold Rate, Aug 26: Check gold rates in Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai

22, 24 carat Gold prices down across metro cities on September 23

The Hindu Businessline 23 Sep 2026 3:20 pm

Awfis launches 1,00,000 sq. ft premium workspace at Aerocity, New Delhi

Awfis Space Solutions has launched a new centre under its premium workspace portfolio, Elite by Awfis, at Prestige Trade Centre, Aerocity, New Delhi. Spanning ~1,00,000 sq. ft. of chargeable area, the centre offers a combination of built-to-suit and ready-to-move-in spaces designed for global capability centres (GCCs) and enterprise occupiers. It brings together world-class infrastructure, hospitality-led services and wellbeing-focused design, while its proximity to IGI Airport and the Aerocity Metro Station on the Airport Express Line provides seamless connectivity to key business and travel hubs across the city.

Business Standard 23 Sep 2026 3:16 pm

IndiGo flight from London to Delhi returns to Heathrow due to tech issue

The Boeing 787-9 aircraft, operating the flight 6E4 from London Heathrow to Delhi, was airborne for around an hour before turning back

The Hindu Businessline 23 Sep 2026 3:14 pm

Banks To Remain Open On Sunday, Sept 27 Ahead Of Three-Days Proposed Strike

NEW DELHI, Sept 23: Public sector banks and regional rural banks will remain open and function normally on Sunday, September 27, ahead of a proposed three-day nationwide strike from September 28 to 30, the Ministry of Finance said. The decision has been taken to ensure uninterrupted banking services in view of the strike called by [] The post Banks To Remain Open On Sunday, Sept 27 Ahead Of Three-Days Proposed Strike appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 23 Sep 2026 3:10 pm

IndiGo Delhi-Bound Dreamliner Returns To London Over Technical Issue

Boeing 787-9 Flight 6E4 Turns Back After Being Airborne For Around An Hour

Deccan Chronicle 23 Sep 2026 3:05 pm

Delhi HC issues notice on plea alleging gender disparity in Territorial Army officer recruitment

Delhi High Court has issued a notice regarding a Public Interest Litigation filed by Kush Kalra. The petition alleges gender discrimination in officer recruitment within the Territorial Army. Kalra points out that vacancies have been disproportionately allocated to male candidates since 2022. Additionally, the petition references past court rulings supporting gender equality in recruitment practices. The court scheduled a hearing for further proceedings on December 4, 2026.

The Economic Times 23 Sep 2026 2:49 pm

SOG Jammu arrests 3 alleged members of Khauf Gang from Delhi, main accused wanted in 13 FIRs

Jammu, Sep 23: The Special Operations Group (SOG) Jammu has arrested three alleged members of the Khauf gang from Delhi, including its key member wanted in 13 FIRs. Officials said that Karanjit Singh alias Gugga, son of Arjun Singh, resident of Dablehar, Tehsil R.S. Pura, was apprehended from Delhi. He had 13 FIRs pending against him and is an accused in the Gataroo murder case and several other cases involving attempt to murder, assault, rioting, criminal intimidation and possession of illegal weapons. Police said Karanjit Singh had earlier escaped from the R.S. Pura Observation Home along with two Pakistani inmates. During the escape, police personnel on duty were allegedly assaulted and injured in firing inside Observation Home. Accordingly, FIR No. 39/2026 was registered at R.S. Pura. During the same operation, two other alleged associates of the gang were also arrested from Delhi. They have been identified as Naresh Kumar alias Major, son of Kamal Kumar, resident of Arnia, who is stated to be a close associate of absconder Sunil Kumar alias Gokul and is involved in cases relating to violent assault, rioting and illegal possession of weapons; and Rahul Kumar alias Sundi, son of Bishan Dass, resident of Makhanpur, Bishnah, involved in a case relating to alleged smuggling of narcotics into jail premises and booked under NDPS Act and Prisons Act. Police said arrests are part of ongoing efforts of Jammu Police and SOG to trace absconders and investigate activities of organised criminal networks. Further investigation is underway and additional arrests may follow.(GNS)

Greater Kashmir 23 Sep 2026 2:42 pm

'I Leave Content And Happy,' Says Ingram On Retiring From All Forms Of Professional Cricket

Indian Premier League: After calling time on his two-decade playing career, former South Africa batter Colin Ingram said that he leaves the game content and happy and without any major regrets despite never getting to realize his dream of playing Test cricket for the Proteas. Ingram represented South Africa in 31 ODIs and nine T20Is between 2010 and 2013, but it was his 11-year stint with Glamorgan across all formats that made him a legendary name in the English county cricket circuit. My story has been about making the most of what opportunities I've had, and being grateful for what's come along. I've just taken the path that I could most of the time, and kept trying to reinvent myself, and in a way that's been really fulfilling, Ingram said to Cricinfo on Wednesday. While he enjoyed a prolific white-ball career, including stints in various franchise T20 leagues, Ingram admitted that missing out on a Test cap remained his only unfulfilled ambition, though he harbours no bitterness. I would've loved to have played Test cricket. I'm a lover of the game, and just to be part of that history and wear your national colours in the most traditional format, I would've loved that. But I certainly don't look back with regrets. I tried to make the most of myself and my talent and enjoy the challenge and the journey along the way. I leave the game content and happy. I'm not one of those grumpy senior players; I've loved everything it's brought. I've loved the fitness and the training I mean, the odd warm-up, maybe not so much, but it's been a great journey and I don't have a lot of regrets. I think that's quite satisfying, he added. Apart from his international appearances, Ingram played 15 matches in the Indian Premier League (IPL) across two seasons for Delhi Capitals, alongside prominent stints in the Big Bash League (BBL), Pakistan Super League (PSL), and the SA20. I leave the game content and happy. I'm not one of those grumpy senior players; I've loved everything it's brought. I've loved the fitness and the training I mean, the odd warm-up, maybe not so much, but it's been a great journey and I don't have a lot of regrets. I think that's quite satisfying, he added. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Ingram, who has secured franchise coaching assignments for the upcoming winter alongside his role at Glamorgan, expressed a clear vision for his next chapter. I've bowled legspin, I've kept wicket, and I'm fascinated by the game. I don't want to limit myself by any means, but I'm still aware that I need to do my time and get into the trenches, and get some hard work done, he concluded. Article Source: IANS

CNMSports 23 Sep 2026 2:38 pm

Grade A mall vacancy across the top 7 cities fell to 5% in H1 2026

Grade A mall vacancy across the top seven cities in India dropped to the lowest levels in five years. The Mumbai Metropolitan Region and Delhi-NCR recorded significant leasing activity, particularly in fashion and entertainment sectors. Kolkata had the lowest vacancy rate, indicating nearly full occupancy for Grade A malls. Tier-2 cities are increasingly expanding their retail landscapes, attracting organized brands and consumers.

The Economic Times 23 Sep 2026 2:23 pm

Germany ready to sign submarine deal with India once New Delhi completes approvals: German envoy Jasper Wieck

Germany's Ambassador to India, Jasper Wieck, stated that a submarine partnership awaits Indian approvals. This partnership with Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems focuses on technology transfer and production in India. The project aligns with broader India-Germany defence cooperation initiatives. Earlier agreements aimed to enhance joint training and development in defense sectors were also signed. Germany will proceed with the deal as soon as required approvals are completed by Indian authorities.

The Economic Times 23 Sep 2026 2:13 pm

Modi Transformed The Northeast, Rijiju Says As Eight Meghalaya MLAs Quit UDP, Join BJP In Delhi

Shillong, September 23: Eight United Democratic Party (UDP) MLAs from Meghalaya joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) at the party headquarters in New Delhi on Wednesday in the presence of Union Minister Kiren Rijiju and BJP national spokesperson Sambit Patra. The legislators who joined the BJP are Lahkmen Rymbui, Pius Marwein, Kyrmen Shylla, Mayralborn Syiem,... The post Modi Transformed The Northeast, Rijiju Says As Eight Meghalaya MLAs Quit UDP, Join BJP In Delhi first appeared on Northeast Today .

North East Today 23 Sep 2026 2:10 pm

AIIMS Delhi Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for JRF, Project Research Scientist Posts

AIIMS Delhi has released the notification for Research Staff Recruitment 2026 for 2 posts. Eligible candidates can apply online till 05 October 2026.

FreeJobAlert 23 Sep 2026 2:07 pm

After Teen's Gangrape, Delhi Lt Governor Orders Safety Audit Of All Parks

He directed that a comprehensive safety audit of all Delhi parks be conducted within a week, with emphasis on adequate lighting, security, regular patrolling and cleanliness.

NDTV 23 Sep 2026 1:45 pm

Absconding Jammu Gangster Held In Delhi After Seven-Month Hunt

JAMMU, Sept 23: A Jammu-based gangster, who had escaped from a juvenile home in R S Pura along with two Pakistani nationals in February, was arrested in Delhi after a seven-month-long hunt, officials said on Wednesday. Karajeet Singh alias Gugga, a resident of Dablehar in R S Pura, was allegedly the mastermind behind the escape [] The post Absconding Jammu Gangster Held In Delhi After Seven-Month Hunt appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 23 Sep 2026 1:45 pm

Teen Stabbed To Death In Delhi After Minor Collision

A 17-year-old boy was fatally stabbed in central Delhi's Anand Parbat area after an accidental collision with three teenagers escalated into an altercation. Police have arrested a 19-year-old man and apprehended two minors in connection with the murder, recovering the alleged weapon.

Rediff 23 Sep 2026 1:39 pm

Delhi Court seeks police response on plea for FIR against Nishu Azad, father over social media posts

A Delhi court on Wednesday sought a response from the Delhi Police on a complaint seeking registration of an FIR against student-activist Nishu Azad and her father, Sanjay Azad, over alleged social media posts containing objectionable references to Hindu deities. Chief Judicial Magistrate Mridul Gupta of the Patiala House Court, directed the Delhi Police to [] The post Delhi Court seeks police response on plea for FIR against Nishu Azad, father over social media posts appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 23 Sep 2026 1:34 pm

NSUI Demands Accountability For Delhi Teen Gang Rape

The National Students' Union of India (NSUI) has demanded accountability from Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta following the alleged gang rape of a 17-year-old girl in Aastha Kunj Park. The incident has sparked concerns over women's safety in Delhi and led Lady Shri Ram College to shift classes online. NSUI is calling for immediate legal action, an impartial investigation, and improved security measures around student-frequented areas.

Rediff 23 Sep 2026 1:22 pm

'One-man autocracy' under CEC, Gyanesh Kumar must be removed: Oppn after report on differences in poll panel

New Delhi, Sep 23: Expansive red flags raised by two Election Commissioners within the poll panel over the Special Intensive Revision of voters list triggered a massive political storm on Wednesday, with the Opposition accusing CEC Gyanesh Kumar of indulging in one-man autocracy and demanding his removal. Officials said Election Commissioners Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Vivek Joshi had flagged multiple issues, including deletion of names, in various states during the voter roll cleanup but the poll body was unanimous in its decisions related to the pan-India Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voters' list. The reactions poured in after a report in The Indian Express revealed that questions were raised on issues related to the SIR of electoral rolls within the three-member Election Commission (EC) itself, time and again by two of the three Election Commissioners. The national rollout of the SIR has been under the supervision of all three Commissioners. But Sandhu and Joshi have formally objected, on record, at least 14 times over the last 10 months -- four times on a single day -- to decisions taken and orders issued, they say, without their knowledge, the report in the English daily said. Congress general secretary in-charge communications Jairam Ramesh shared the screenshot of the media report on X. Ramesh said that on behalf of the party, his colleague Abhishek Singhvi will be speaking in detail to the media on the sensational revelations made in the leading national newspaper on the way he CEC has destroyed the credibility and integrity of the Election Commission of India. Congress general secretary in-charge organisation K C Venugopal said there is no doubt remaining that Kumar has no right to remain in office. How the hell can one man, acting on His Master's orders, strike off names at whim? How can he sideline fellow Constitutional officers to only take blatantly illegal steps that put our democracy in danger? he said. The right to vote is an essential Constitutional power given to every citizen, the fundamental bedrock of our democracy. If it is to be taken away, due process must be followed with utmost probity, he said. Today, when we are staring at crores of genuine voters being excluded and a similar number of bogus voters being added to the rolls, it is clear that Gyanesh Kumar was the Chief Architect of the nationwide 'Vote Chori' exercise, with the the Modi top brass pulling the strings, he alleged. We demand Gyanesh Kumar's immediate removal and a Supreme Court-monitored impartial investigation to expose the rot that has destroyed the ECI's credibility, Venugopal said. If Kumar remains in office, the people of India will come forward and make sure that our democracy is not destroyed by a mere bureaucrat, he added. Congress' media and publicity department head Pawan Khera lashed out at Kumar, saying he is planted and being protected by the BJP to hollow out the Election Commission of India from within. It was already known that things were not exactly well within the ECI. But just how messy, dysfunctional and, frankly, disturbing things had become is laid bare by this brilliant expose by @IndianExpress, he said on X. Kumar has to be the single most sold-out bureaucrat of the Modi era who has disenfranchised crores of Indians, and he must face the law, he alleged. Congress MP Manish Tewari also reacted to the media report, saying that if the ostensible facts as reported are correct then it seems to suggest that there is an invisible hand running the Election Commission. If rules were not allegedly followed and decisions were taken that were not unanimous or by majority then all the decisions of @ECISVEEP are per -se arbitrary and capricious if not completely illegal, Tewari said on X. This is perhaps a fit case for serious considering an impeachment proceeding but more importantly the fundamental question is as to how will the credibility of @ECISVEEP be ever resurrected, he said. Rajya Sabha MP Kapil Sibal demanded Kumar's suspension and filing of an FIR to probe who is behind his actions. Former chief election commissioner O P Rawat said changes to the statutory voter registration Form 6 are absolutely wrong and illegal, while describing revelations of differences within the Election Commission as very serious and unfortunate. CPI(M) MP John Brittas said this is no longer an Election Commission, it is a one-man autocracy under CEC Kumar. Two Election Commissioners have formally objected 14 times in 10 months. They branded the addition of new voters and mass deletion 'unauthorised and illegal'. They recorded objections to secret deletions, restorations, and form 6 changes that harass young first-time voters - all while being kept in the dark, he said. This is the open subversion of the EC and our democracy too, Brittas said. Parliament must immediately start the process for the removal of the CEC. We had in fact submitted a notice for removal on 24th April, 2026 as per the constitutional stipulations - solid grounds and around 70 members signing( 50 in the stipulated number), he said. The Constitution provides this power for precisely such moments of institutional capture and subversion, he said. The Supreme Court must annul the entire SIR process without delay. When two of the three Commissioners put on record that the exercise is illegal and destructive of the electoral roll's integrity, judicial silence becomes complicity, Brittas said. What Kumar is doing is the death knell of a democratic nation, he said. Remove the CEC. Strike down the SIR. Or accept that free and fair elections in India are already being buried, the CPI(M) MP said. Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut also cited the media report, and said A-Gyanesh Kumar will go to jail! He will have to go! His masters will flee the country and run away! TMC Rajya Sabha leader Derek O'Brien said on X, Five months ago, 60+ Rajya Sabha MPs (50 needed) wrote to Chairman RS moving Motion to remove CEC Gyanesh Kumar. After big news break today that two Election Commissioners objected to many of CEC's actions, it's time to bring out the RS Motion today. Impeach CEC to save democracy.

Greater Kashmir 23 Sep 2026 1:22 pm

Delhi LG orders safety audit of all parks after Astha Kunj gangrape

Delhi Lieutenant Governor Taranjit Singh Sandhu on Wednesday directed a safety audit of all city parks and deployment of Pink Police personnel around their premises following the gangrape of a teenage girl at a park in southeast Delhi's Kalkaji area. Sandhu met the Delhi Police Commissioner, MCD Commissioner and DDA Vice Chairman, the LG Office said in a post on X. He directed that a comprehensive safety audit of all Delhi parks be conducted within a week, with emphasis on adequate lighting, security, regular patrolling and cleanliness. The Delhi Police was also directed to strengthen beat patrolling, including deployment of Pink Police personnel around park premises, it said. The 17-year-old girl from Faridabad was gangraped by three men at Ashta Kunj Park near the Kalkaji temple on Monday evening. All three accused have been arrested, police said.

Business Standard 23 Sep 2026 1:22 pm

Delhi MCDs new property tax drive: Drones to map buildings and spot discrepancies

The MCD has launched a pilot drone survey in two Delhi wards to identify unassessed and under-assessed properties and build a more accurate digital property database using GIS, LiDAR, AI and 3D modelling.

Livemint 23 Sep 2026 1:19 pm

SC Declines Plea To Block Anti-National Social Media Content

NEW DELHI, Sept 23: The Supreme Court on Wednesday declined to entertain a PIL seeking directions to the Centre and social media platforms to identify, remove and block content, including memes, relating to anti-national slogans and speeches. A bench comprising Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V Mohana did not agree with [] The post SC Declines Plea To Block Anti-National Social Media Content appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 23 Sep 2026 1:18 pm

Police Beef Up Security Around LSR College Amidst Safety Fears

Delhi Police officers visited Lady Shri Ram College to address student safety concerns following an alleged gangrape near the campus. The college had moved classes online, and police have increased deployment and made arrests in connection with the incident.

Rediff 23 Sep 2026 1:13 pm

Gold and silver rate today (September 23, 2026): Check 24k, 22k, 20k, 18k gold jewellery prices from IBJA, Malabar Gold & Diamonds, Joyalukkas, Kalyan Jewellers and Tanishq

Lets have a look at the latest 22k gold rates at Malabar Gold & Diamonds, Joyalukkas, Kalyan Jewellers and Tanishq in New Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, Trivandrum and Bengaluru. Also see the updated indicative rates of 24k, 22k, 20k, 18k and 14k gold and 999-purity silver at the IBJA today.

The Economic Times 23 Sep 2026 1:13 pm

Kejriwal demands re-election in Delhi, Haryana, Bihar, West Bengal amid rift within EC over SIR

Former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Wednesday demanded re-election in Delhi, Haryana, Bihar and West Bengal amid rift within the Election Commission over SIR exercise.

India TV 23 Sep 2026 1:08 pm

Delhi High Court grants bail to former ADAG executive Amitabh Jhunjhunwala in ED case

The investigating agency opposed the plea, saying the petitioner did not meet the threshold of being sick or infirm.

The Hindu 23 Sep 2026 12:56 pm

Delhi High Court dismisses CBI challenge to Chitra Ramkrishna

The Delhi High Court has declined to interfere with the bail granted to former National Stock Exchange (NSE) Managing Director and CEO Chitra Ramkrishna in the case concerning alleged illegal interception of telephone conversations of NSE employees. Justice Madhu Jain dismissed the Central Bureau of Investigations plea questioning the trial courts decision to release Ramkrishna [] The post Delhi High Court dismisses CBI challenge to Chitra Ramkrishnas bail in NSE phone tapping case appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 23 Sep 2026 12:50 pm

Delhi court seeks police report on FIR complaint against Sanjay Azad

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The News Mill 23 Sep 2026 12:47 pm

BRICS disaster relief framework requires local action for success

New Delhi: With the BRICS Summit concluding with the New Delhi Declaration, the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has outlined three priorities going forward, including continued cooperation among the members of the bloc, a long-term agenda it hopes China will also engage with when it takes over the BRICS presidency, and greater sharing of best 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 .

The Siasat Daily 23 Sep 2026 12:41 pm

J-K BJP leader's missing son traced to Delhi, being brought back

Jammu, Sep 23: The 17-year-old son of BJP Hiranagar MLA Vijay Kumar was traced to Delhi early Wednesday, a day after he was reported missing from his hometown in Kathua district of Jammu and Kashmir, officials said. Aditya Kumar, a Class 11 student, left for Delhi on Tuesday evening to meet his sister without informing his family, prompting them to file a missing person report at the local police station, the officials said. After hectic efforts, police teams traced Kumar while he was travelling on a Delhi-bound bus. Acting on leads gathered during the night-long search, the police located the bus and established contact with the teenager, who is now being brought back to Jammu, the officials said. His father had also left for Delhi on getting information about his son's whereabouts

Greater Kashmir 23 Sep 2026 12:38 pm

Ayushman Bharat Completes Eight Years, Over 60 Cr Beneficiaries Covered: PM Modi

NEW DELHI, Sept 23: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said more than 60 crore beneficiaries now have access to Rs 5 lakh annual health cover under Ayushman Bharat, as the flagship healthcare programme completed eight years. In a post on X marking the occasion, Modi said Ayushman Bharat was launched eight years ago with [] The post Ayushman Bharat Completes Eight Years, Over 60 Cr Beneficiaries Covered: PM Modi appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 23 Sep 2026 12:36 pm

BJP MLA's Teen Son Traced To Delhi Within Hours Of Going Missing From Jammu

The teenager had left home to play badminton and did not return, prompting the family to inform police.

NDTV 23 Sep 2026 12:17 pm

Kalkaji mandir park gang rape case: How a lawyer, BSc student and a trader posing as cops turned Faridabad teenager's birthday outing into a nightmare

Kalkaji Rape Case: A 17-year-old Faridabad girl, who was visiting temple for birthday celebration, was allegedly gang-raped inside Delhi's Aastha Kunj Park near Kalka Ji Mandir after three men posing as policemen separated her from her male friend. Police arrested the three accused, identified as a lawyer, his BSc student brother and an onion wholesaler, after an investigation that included CCTV footage and local enquiries.

The Economic Times 23 Sep 2026 12:11 pm

Delhi High Court upholds Equestrian selection process for Youth Olympic Games

The Delhi High Court has rejected a challenge by a 16-year-old international show-jumping athlete to her non-selection for the Youth Olympic Games (YOG) 2026, holding that there was no material to establish that an eight-month selection window had been prescribed by the Equestrian Federation of India (EFI). A Single Judge Bench of Justice Swarana Kanta [] The post Delhi High Court upholds Equestrian selection process for Youth Olympic Games appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 23 Sep 2026 12:11 pm

Meghalaya: Eight UDP MLAs join BJP in New Delhi

Guwahati: Eight United Democratic Party (UDP) MLAs from Meghalaya joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) at the party headquarters in New Delhi on Wednesday, marking a formal split from the 12-member regional party. The induction came days after the legislators had indicated that they would switch to the BJP if the partys central leadership agreed [] The post Meghalaya: Eight UDP MLAs join BJP in New Delhi appeared first on NorthEast Now .

NorthEast Now 23 Sep 2026 11:56 am

Cauvery water plea rejected by Supreme Court

New Delhi: The Supreme Court has refused to entertain a petition seeking 70.91 TMC of Cauvery water from Tamil Nadus share for Karnataka, saying that allowing organisations to separately litigate inter-State disputes could lead to endless proceedings. The writ petition was filed by the Cauvery River Protection Committee, which challenged aspects of the existing water-sharing 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 .

The Siasat Daily 23 Sep 2026 11:53 am

Centre releases Rs 6,406 crore between FY15-FY26 to states, UTs to boost Ayush healthcare

New Delhi The Centre has released Rs 6,406.99 crore through the National Ayush Mission (NAM) to States and Union Territories The post Centre releases Rs 6,406 crore between FY15-FY26 to states, UTs to boost Ayush healthcare appeared first on Bilkul Online .

Bilkulonline 23 Sep 2026 11:48 am

Air India staff suspended after passengers bypass immigration at Delhi airport

Air India has suspended staff after three Italian passengers bypassed immigration at Delhi airport while connecting from Amritsar to Munich earlier this month. Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu said stronger checks have now been introduced after the passengers were wrongly directed to the international transfer area instead of completing immigration formalities.

The Economic Times 23 Sep 2026 11:42 am

Election Commissioners flagged issues but poll body unanimous on SIR decisions: Officials

New Delhi, Sep 23 (PTI) lection Commissioners Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Vivek Joshi had flagged multiple issues, including deletion of names, in various states during the voter roll cleanup but the poll body was unanimous in its decisions related to the pan-India Special Intensive Revision of voters list, officials said on Wednesday. The officials made the remarks in the wake of a media report that the two Election Commissioners had objected to the Election Commissions steps 14 times in 10 months amid the SIR. Responding to queries, the officials said the two commissioners had flagged decisions related to deletion of

The Sen Times 23 Sep 2026 11:41 am

Ex-NSE chief Chitra Ramkrishna gets relief as Delhi HC rejects CBI plea against bail in alleged illegal phone-tapping case

Delhi High Court has rejected the CBI's petition against the bail granted to Chitra Ramkrishna. The court dismissed the challenge to the trial court's December 22, 2022 order. The case involves allegations of illegal phone-tapping by NSE officials in collaboration with iSec Services Pvt Ltd. Ramkrishna's bail remains valid until a detailed order is issued by the court.

The Economic Times 23 Sep 2026 11:40 am

Rakesh Bedi seeks Delhi High Court protection for personality rights

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The News Mill 23 Sep 2026 11:37 am

DU Internship 2026: Sprix Learning Invites Applications for Management Intern Role

The Delhi University Central Placement Cell, under the Office of the Dean Students' Welfare, has notified a paid internship opportunity at Sprix Learning for eligible DU students and alumni. The opening is for a Management Intern - Business Development position, with

CareerIndia 23 Sep 2026 11:35 am