Delhis Barapullah Phase-III Corridor Set for Inauguration by Amit Shah
Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced the inauguration of the Barapullah Phase-III Corridor by Amit Shah on September 29, enhancing Delhis connectivity. Delhis Barapullah Phase-III Corridor Set for Inauguration by Amit Shah
Delhi SIR: deadline extended by EC amid 93% pending hearings, low inclusion applications
Lady Shri Ram Students Back At Campus After Delhi Rape, Anxiety Persists
After just one day of online classes, Lady Shri Ram College students returned to campus for offline classes amid protests over a teenager's gangrape near the institute.
MP govt eyes tourism, energy to boost industry: CM Yadav
Digital Desk | Indore, Sep 27 (IANS) Madhya Pradesh is seeking to expand its industrial and economic base by developing emerging sectors such as religious and medical tourism while strengthening energy and land infrastructure for investors, Chief Minister Mohan Yadav said on Saturday. Addressing the launch of the Indore chapter of the Hindu Economic Forum, Yadav said the state had the basic resources required for industrial expansion, including surplus electricity and an adequate land bank. Madhya Pradesh currently leads in sectors most essential for industries. The state has surplus electricity and an adequate land bank, and continuous efforts are being made to provide all necessary facilities to industries, he stated. He added that the government was exploring new avenues in the energy sector, including solar power generation over water bodies, while strengthening hydropower sources. Yadav said the state was working to develop new industrial sectors and create a favourable environment for investment, with employment generation as a key objective. Highlighting growth in Madhya Pradeshs per capita income, he noted it had risen from around Rs 11,000 in 2002-03 to Rs 1.40 lakh in 2022 and Rs 1.67 lakh in 2026. Within a period of 10 to 12 years, the wheels of development have accelerated. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has accelerated the countrys economic growth, and Madhya Pradesh is successfully translating MoUs signed for industrial development into ground-level reality, he said. The Chief Minister stressed that entrepreneurs had an important role in the countrys economic progress, with expanding economic activity creating employment opportunities. Chief Economic Adviser to the Government of India V. Anantha Nageswaran said India was progressing rapidly with a growth rate of 7.8 per cent, expected to rise further. He noted that Indias trade with foreign countries was steadily expanding. The event also featured a presentation on the World Hindu Congress, whose three editions were held in New Delhi (2014), Chicago (2018) and Bangkok (2023). The fourth edition is scheduled in Mumbai from December 18 to 20, 2026. The event screened a documentary showcasing the World Hindu Congress's activities.
Risky Overtake, Flip, Passenger Out The Window: Delhi WagonR Crash On Camera
During the accident, a passenger seated in the rear was almost completely thrown out through the back window.
LoP Sharma meets HM, discusses key J
New Delhi, Sep 26: Leader of Opposition (LoP) in the Jammu & Kashmir Legislative Assembly Sunil Sharma, today called on Union Home Minister Amit Shah in New Delhi and held detailed discussions on a range of important issues concerning Jammu & Kashmir. In a statement issued to the news agency, a BJP spokesman said that [] The post LoP Sharma meets HM, discusses key J&K issues appeared first on Northlines .
Nitin Nabin accuses Opposition of misleading public on SIR
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 27 (IANS) Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) national president Nitin Nabin on Saturday accused the Opposition of deliberately misleading the public on the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls and targeting constitutional institutions. In a detailed post on X, Nabin said the Opposition had once again been exposed for spreading falsehoods about the SIR. He pointed out that the Election Commission of India (ECI) had clearly stated that the full Commission took every decision relating to the SIR unanimously. Despite this clarification, he alleged, the Congress chose to build its entire narrative around a manufactured lie and launched attacks on the countrys constitutional bodies. Highlighting what he described as the Oppositions double standards, Nabin wrote that when the same electoral process delivered victories to Congress and its allies in states like Kerala and Tamil Nadu, its credibility was accepted. But when the peoples mandate goes against them elsewhere, they question the very institutions that conduct those elections. Democracy cannot be respected selectively, he said. He emphasised that wins and losses are inherent to democratic politics, but resorting to malicious propaganda to discredit respected institutions was deeply unfortunate and unacceptable. Nabin asserted that those who repeatedly undermined Indias democratic framework for political survival owed the nation an honest reckoning and a public apology. His remarks come at a time when the ECI's SIR exercise has become a subject of intense political debate. Opposition parties, particularly Congress, have raised questions over the process, while the BJP has consistently defended the poll bodys independence and transparency. Nabins statement is being viewed as a sharp rebuttal to the Oppositions allegations. His post has drawn significant attention in political circles as the ruling party continues to counter claims that cast doubt on the integrity of electoral processes and constitutional institutions.
Delhi Police Refutes Fake Video Claims of Protests at Jantar Mantar
Delhi Police has dismissed claims of large protests at Jantar Mantar, labeling circulating videos as misleading and warning of legal action. Delhi Police Refutes Fake Video Claims of Protests at Jantar Mantar
India U17 women lose to Philippines
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 26 (IANS) The India U17 womens team lost 2-4 to the Philippines in the first of two closed-door friendly matches at the Vagator Football Ground in Anjuna, Goa, on Saturday. Anushka Kumari (85') and Joya (89') scored for the Young Tigresses. The visitors scored in the 47th, 50th, 68th and 79th minutes. India will meet the Philippines again on Tuesday. The Young Tigresses are preparing for the AFC U17 Asian Cup China 2027 Qualifiers, which will be held in Malaysia from October 5 to 11. Earlier, the Indian U17 women's team drew 0-0 in both friendly matches against Uzbekistan last week, and while on paper the scoreline might suggest two quiet evenings in the Uzbek capital, the Young Tigresses' Tashkent trip was anything but uneventful. There were no goals to celebrate at the UFA National Football Centre, but for head coach Joakim Alexandersson, there was much more to look for than the numbers. With the AFC U17 Women's Asian Cup China 2027 Qualifiers scheduled to be held from October 5 to 11 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, the two friendly fixtures against the Central Asian side offered a glimpse of the new U17 batch beginning to find its shape and foundation. Before that, the India U17 womens team ended their second friendly against Uzbekistan in a 0-0 draw at the UFA National Football Centre in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, on August 30. Both sides had also played a goalless draw in the first friendly on Thursday. The Young Tigresses will now return to Goa to continue their preparations for the AFC U17 Women's Asian Cup China 2027 Qualifiers. They will play two friendly matches against the Philippines on September 26 and 29. The Asian Cup qualifiers will be held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, from October 5 to 11.
AP Social Audit Body Bags SKOCH Gold
The award was presented at the 109th SKOCH Summit at the India Habitat Centre in New Delhi: Reports
Bangladesh delegation to visit Delhi in early October for JWG meeting on trade: Sources
A Bangladesh delegation will visit New Delhi in early October for discussions on trade. The meeting will address various economic issues and explore ways to improve bilateral trade relations. Recent meetings in Dhaka reaffirmed the commitment to regional cooperation and sustainable development. Both countries aim to simplify procedures and enhance infrastructure for smoother trade facilitation. This collaboration highlights the ongoing efforts to strengthen economic ties and mutual prosperity.
Temperature Drops As Rain Hits Delhi, Weather Office Issues Yellow Alert
The IMD said that Delhi's maximum is likely to hover around 30-32 degrees Celsius on Sunday, while the minimum temperature would be between 21 and 23 degrees Celsius.
EC in damage control mode, only CEC resignation will do: Congress
New Delhi, Sep 26:The Congress on Saturday said the Election Commission was in damage control mode after differences within the poll body came out following a media expose and demanded that the ongoing SIR exercise that has disenfranchised crores is suspended immediately. The Congress also said that nothing short of CEC Gyanesh Kumars resignation or [] The post EC in damage control mode, only CEC resignation will do: Congress first appeared on Highland Post .
Ex-Keralam CS says CEC urged him to contest on BJP ticket
Former Keralam chief secretary Jiji Thomson said on Saturday, September 26, that Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar had suggested he contest the 2019 Lok Sabha elections from Pathanamthitta on a Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) ticket. Speaking to The Hindu, Thomson said the conversation took place on a Delhi flight in 2015-16. It was not 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 .
INDIA bloc to meet on Sep 30 over EC-SIR row, plans joint stir
The INDIA bloc is set to convene on September 30 in New Delhi to formulate a unified strategy regarding the Election Commission, focusing on the removal of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and concerns over the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. The meeting will also address coordinated protests and the CEC selection process, bringing together diverse opposition parties.
Hilsa Festival Celebrates Bangladeshi Culture in New Delhi
The Hilsa Festival in New Delhi showcased Bangladeshi cuisine and culture, highlighting the significance of the national fish, Hilsa. Hilsa Festival Celebrates Bangladeshi Culture in New Delhi
Muslim marriage cannot override POCSO law: Delhi High Court
The court holds personal law may determine whether a marriage has been contracted, but cannot create an exception to a criminal law where Parliament has provided none, dismissing a petition seeking the quashing of an FIR registered against a man for rape under the BNS and the POCSO Act
CM Rekha Gupta inspects Barapullah Phase-III corridor, calls it new push for Delhi connectivity
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 26 (IANS) Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Saturday said the Barapullah Elevated Road Phase-III corridor is ready for public use and will be inaugurated by Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah on September 29. Gupta shared a post on X after inspecting the entire corridor ahead of the inauguration. She said, Barapulla Elevated Road Phase-III is now ready to serve the people of Delhi. Inspected the entire corridor today ahead of its inauguration by Honble Union & Cooperation Minister Shri @AmitShah Ji on 29th September. Under the leadership of Honble Prime Minister Shri @narendramodi Ji, Delhis Infrastructure Development is gaining new momentum. Such landmark projects are giving a new direction to Delhis connectivity and growth. This long-awaited corridor will provide Signal-Free Connectivity from Mayur Vihar Phase-I to AIIMS, making travel between East and South Delhi smoother and providing relief to citizens from Traffic Congestion, she explained. The 3.5-km elevated four-lane corridor will provide a signal-free link between Mayur Vihar Phase-I in East Delhi and Sarai Kale Khan, integrating with the existing Barapullah network towards Central and South Delhi, including AIIMS. The project has been constructed at a revised estimated cost of around Rs 1,635 crore. Once operational, the corridor is expected to substantially reduce travel time for commuters travelling from East Delhi and Noida towards AIIMS and other parts of South Delhi. The journey, which can take around 35-40 minutes during peak periods, is expected to drop to about 15 minutes via the signal-free route. The corridor also incorporates dedicated infrastructure for pedestrians and cyclists, including a cycle track across the Yamuna floodplain. It is expected to ease traffic pressure at key points including Sarai Kale Khan, Ring Road, DND Flyway and NH-24. The Barapullah Phase-III project was approved in 2014, and construction began in 2015. It was initially scheduled for completion in 2017 but faced several delays before reaching completion this year.
Bengal: PMs advisor inspects Dankuni station upgradation works
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Sep 26 (IANS) Tarun Kapoor, advisor to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, visited Dankuni station of Eastern Railway (ER) on Saturday to review ongoing development work. ER General Manager Gitika Pandey and other senior officials accompanied him. Earlier in the day, Kapoor held a meeting at the ER headquarters to review and accelerate infrastructure projects, with a strong emphasis on upgrading passenger amenities. Dankuni, an important station on the Howrah/SealdahNew Delhi route, is close to Kolkata and is being developed into a major freight and coaching terminal. Kapoor inspected the stations operating layout, booking counter and One Station One Product (OSOP) stalls. The primary objective was to assess passenger amenities, enhance operational efficiency and ensure swift completion of pending projects. Dankuni station, built in 1917, handles an average daily footfall of more than 30,000 passengers. Officials said redevelopment work is being undertaken at an estimated cost of Rs 18.66 crore. Completed works include the ground floor of the main station building, renovation of the elevation, porch construction, circulating and parking areas, platform surfaces and sheds, upgraded illumination systems and train information/GPS clock systems (TIB/CGDB). Earlier this year, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw informed Parliament about remodelling work at the Dankuni yard. This involves extending the shunting line and upgrading signalling/interlocking arrangements at a sanctioned cost of Rs 27.18 crore. He also said preparation of a Detailed Project Report (DPR) for the Dankuni coaching terminal has been taken up. The Union Budget 2026 announced a new Dedicated Freight Corridor connecting Dankuni to Surat in Gujarat. Work to prepare and update the DPR for this corridor has also begun.
Heavy rain disrupts life across North India; 6 killed in UP
Heavy rainfall has severely impacted Uttar Pradesh, Jharkhand, and Uttarakhand, leading to casualties, widespread flooding, and significant disruptions. The Char Dham Yatra was suspended, flights were cancelled, and standing crops were damaged. Other regions like Himachal Pradesh, West Bengal, Rajasthan, and Delhi also experienced varied weather conditions, including snowfall and light rains.
Search Continues for 14-Year-Old Boy Who Drowned in Yamuna River
Rescue teams are searching for a 14-year-old boy who drowned in the Yamuna River in New Delhi. Efforts are ongoing to locate him. Search Continues for 14-Year-Old Boy Who Drowned in Yamuna River
'All SIR orders had unanimous nod': EC clarifies amid row
The Election Commission of India has addressed reports of internal dissent among its commissioners and clarified that all Special Intensive Revision (SIR) orders and Form 6 updates for voter enrolment received unanimous consent and were upheld by the Supreme Court. The EC also announced measures to ease the process for voters issued notices, including doorstep document collection and extended deadlines in Delhi and Maharashtra, while affirming its commitment to transparent decision-making and meticulous compliance with directives.
Salaries, minimum wage, incentives, insurance for contractual DTC drivers in focus amid strike
Delhi Transport Minister Pankaj Kumar Singh reviewed concerns and demands about salaries, minimum wage, incentives, and insurance raised by contractual drivers working under the DTC's Cluster Bus Scheme. Here's a look:
Yogi Adityanath Meets PM Modi In Delhi Ahead Of UP Assembly Elections
The chief minister also met former BJP president and Union health minister J.P. Nadda: Reports
Did Gyanesh Kumar Suggest BJP Ticket To Ex-Kerala Chief Secretary? Jiji Thomson Makes BIG Claim
It has been alleged by Jiji Thomson, who was once the chief secretary of Kerala, that the then CEC, Gyanesh Kumar, had asked him to contest the Lok Sabha election in 2019 on the BJP ticket while travelling to Delhi in
Govt extends AFSPA in parts of Manipur, Nagaland, Arunachal
New Delhi: The Centre has extended the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act, 1958, in specified areas of Nagaland, Arunachal Pradesh and Manipur for another six months from October 1, according to Gazette notifications published on Friday, September 25. This followed a review of the law and order situation there. The AFSPA, which gives special powers 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 .
PKs Jan Suraaj explores Delhi expansion; JD(U) scoffs at move
Sri Lankan ruling party delegation to visit India, meet BJP leaders
The Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna delegation will also interact with External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta
Drunk Driver Rams SUV Into Parked Vehicles, Injures Dog In Delhi's CR Park
The residents, in their joint complaint on September 25, alleged that a black SUV rammed into several parked vehicles before hitting the closed gate of a residential society.
Delhi SIR: EC extends claims-objections deadline to Oct 30, final voter list on Dec 4
'Catastrophic assault on democracy': Shashi Tharoor on ECI row
Digital Desk | Kozhikode, Sep 26 (IANS) Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Saturday called reports of differences within the Election Commission of India (ECI) a catastrophic assault on democracy, urging all citizens, including the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), to fight it. Speaking to reporters in Kerala's Kozhikode, Tharoor said: This is an incredibly grave assault on the functioning of Indian democracy. Meanwhile, the ECI issued a press release after its meeting on Saturday afternoon to quell reports of internal differences and clarify the context in which ECI functionaries wrote a letter to the Cabinet Secretary. The Congress MP claimed that a large number of Indian citizens have been deprived of their democratic right to vote, apparently based on many irregularities, including an illegal modification of Form 6 requiring data that has not been required in the past. They (ECI) have actually gone ahead and made some changes without the consent of two of the three Election Commissioners, which itself is a violation of the procedures of the Election Commission. Days earlier, a report by a leading newspaper claimed differences within the poll panel, with decisions being taken allegedly without the knowledge of the two Election Commissioners. Tharoor further said: On top of that, we have a situation where, shockingly, we are seeing software that has been imposed over the heads of the electoral officers. And as a result, for example, one instance that has been found is that in Goa, 97 people have not only been deprived of the right to vote, but because of that they've also been deprived of the right to have dialysis treatment and other medical assistance and so on. The Congress leader was referring to the ECINet software, which the media reported had blocked access to Electoral Registration Officers (EROs) on the ground. This is not anything minor or routine; it's not political, it's not administrative. It is a fundamentally untenable, catastrophic assault on our democracy, he said while urging parties to unite in the fight against the challenge. There is no question anymore that our country is facing a very severe challenge. If the integrity of our elections is in doubt, then how will our democracy stand? If people in this country feel that even their identity is subject to the whims of some low-level officers and a software that has not been verified, tested or based on anything logical, then how on earth can our country proudly stand itself in front of the world and call itself the world's largest democracy? Tharoor questioned. Mentioning that the Congress has called a party Working Committee meeting on September 29, he said, I'll be going there to Delhi for that. Moreover, Shashi Tharoor urged BJP leaders to unite with the Opposition to defend democracy. I feel that on this matter every citizen of India, even members of the BJP, should be united with us. Our democracy is larger than any individual, any party. It's for everyone to defend, he stated.
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 26 (IANS) The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Saturday hit back at the Congress over its allegations against the Election Commission, calling it shameful and accusing the grand old party of attempting to attain power at any cost. This follows the Election Commission of India (ECI) issuing a press release after its afternoon meeting to quell reports of internal differences and clarify the context in which ECI functionaries wrote a letter to the Cabinet Secretary. Addressing a press conference, BJP MP Ravi Shankar Prasad accused the Congress and Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition (LoP) Rahul Gandhi of making aseless and shameful allegations against the Election Commission. This is very unfortunate, and we condemn it. Today, the Election Commission issued a press note stating that the process was conducted with the consent of the Chief Election Commissioner and both Election Commissioners, he said. Citing that the Supreme Court found the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls valid and legally permissible, Prasad said: Congress, CPI-M and Trinamool Congress (undivided) had challenged the process before the Supreme Court, which approved the SIR after hearing everyone. Accusing the Opposition of creating a ruckus whenever they lose polls, the BJP MP said: Does Rahul Gandhi ever think about why he was wiped out from Tamil Nadu? Does Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi ever think about why they've been wiped out from Bengal for the last 40 years?... Today they are running from pillar to post, hoping that Akhilesh Yadav will form an alliance with them in Uttar Pradesh, but the latter isn't even giving them time. Why does Rahul Gandhi keep banging his head over his own failures and over his party's weaknesses? he remarked. Ravi Shankar Prasad further highlighted that the Supreme Court also allowed Form 6 of the SIR process. Did the Election Commission not exist during the 50 years of the Congress party's rule? Did it not exist during the Communist and the DMK's reign in West Bengal and Tamil Nadu, respectively? When Akhilesh Yadav or his father became Chief Minister of UP and Lalu Yadav became CM of Bihar multiple times, was it without the Election Commission? the BJP leader questioned. Accusing the LoP of defaming the ECI and being jealous of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, he said: Rahul Gandhi, you are a 'non-serious politician.' The people of the country do not take you seriously. Echoing a similar view, BJP MP Sambit Patra said the press release issued after the meeting of the three Election Commissioners today has clarified the allegations levelled by the Congress. The Congress party was attacking constitutional institutions for its own interests and seeking to undermine their credibility, he alleged. Referring to the allegation that the BJP was using the Election Commission as a pawn to defend itself, Patra called it a conspiracy by the Congress to weaken the country's constitutional institutions. The people know why the Opposition is doing all this. Rahul Gandhi's sole objective is to come to power at any cost. Since Rahul Gandhi has been unable to attain power, he is attacking the Election Commission, the Supreme Court, and India's constitutional institutions. His motto seems to be: 'If we cannot win, let us disrupt the entire democratic system', Patra alleged.
ECI on defensive, refuses to relent on demand for CECs resignation: Congress
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 26 (IANS) Claiming that the ECI has been forced into a defensive posture, the Congress on Saturday reiterated its demand for the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and sought the immediate suspension of the SIR of electoral rolls. Criticising a press release issued by the ECI after its afternoon meeting to quell reports of internal differences, the Congress described SIR as a drive for massive disenfranchisement of several crores of electors. Nothing short of the CECs resignation or prosecution will suffice, said Jairam Ramesh, Congress MP and General Secretary (Communications), referring to the alleged big differences within the Election Commission. In a message on X, Ramesh said that in the wake of media reports exposing disagreement among ECI functionaries and the nationwide protests that have followed, seeking the removal of Gyanesh Kumar, the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC), the Election Commission of India (ECI) has now come out with a press note on September 26th, 2026. First, the Press note does not directly deny the story or its findings. It makes a defensive attempt to downplay the same in paragraph 3(i) and 3(ii) but does not say that the allegations are baseless, said Ramesh, pointing to the issues flagged in media reports. Second, in the case of Goa, after having been caught out, the ECI has sheepishly stated that Form 6 has already been filled out for inclusion by 81 of the 97 deleted voters. To put this another way, you disenfranchise voters through a broken and corrupt system, and when caught, say that they are being added back, he said. Third, it seeks to justify the Commissions actions by appealing to the Order of the Supreme Court dated May 27th, 2026. The Order, which was pronounced well before the recent revelations, will not save the CEC from the malicious deletion of targeted voters, from the incompetence that has resulted in citizens being wiped off the rolls, for the crores lost in both expenses and person-hours due to the confusion and harassment caused to entire families, said the Congress MP. Fourth, it extends the deadlines for voter registration in Delhi and Maharashtra. But what happens to the voters of Karnataka and Telangana? What happens to the voters disenfranchised in Bihar and West Bengal? Do the voters of these and other states who were deleted due to one mans corruption not deserve answers? he said. Fifth, the Press Release also states the ECI will now involve experts from IIT/IIIT to review the ECINET portal and submit a report to ensure it complies with rules. Aside from being a meaningless safeguard (since the concern is not about the technical soundness but rather the centralisation which prevents voter addition at ground level), this confirms the concerns attributed to the two other Election Commissioners per the reportage, said Ramesh. Sixth, the Press Note avoids answering the questions regarding the deliberate targeting of Gen Z voters. The ECI has no answer for its targeted disenfranchisement, beginning mid-July 2026 through wholly illegal changes made to Form 6 (unseen and unapproved by Parliament) which placed an unfair burden on them to find and disclose their parents and/or grandparents details, he said. The revelations regarding (1) the unilateral nature of decision-making by the CEC, (2) his open hatred and bias against the Opposition resulting in a clear bias, (3) his willing participation and abetment in Vote Chori by the ruling regime, (4) his specific attack to prevent the enrollment of Gen Z voters, (5) his corruption exposed ironically by his negligence in purging and pruning voter lists, need to be answered for, he said. Ramesh added, The CEC thinks he can hide behind bureaucratise and protocol. He stands exposed and is now petrified as an entire country seeks to hold him accountable. The ongoing SIR, which has turned out to be a method of massive disenfranchisement of several crores of Indians, must be suspended immediately without delay. In the meantime, nothing short of the CECs resignation or prosecution will suffice, said Ramesh.
Human Skeleton Discovered During Cleanup Drive in Delhi
A human skeleton was found during a cleanup initiative in New Delhi, prompting a police investigation into its origins. Human Skeleton Discovered During Cleanup Drive in Delhi
US happy to become provider as India diversifies energy sources: Official
India-US ties have grown significantly over the past year, with Washington emerging as an important energy supplier to New Delhi as it diversifies its sources, a senior US official has said. US Department of State Deputy Assistant Secretary Bethany Morrison on Thursday said the relationship between the two countries now spans energy, defence, commercial cooperation and multilateral engagements, with South Asia becoming a major priority for the Trump administration. When you look at India, just over the last year with the US-India partnership, the scale and breadth of that relationship has grown from last year, Morrison said at a roundtable organised at the New York Foreign Press Centre. She also cited the 10-year defence framework agreement between India and the US and new initiatives in the energy sector as examples of the expanding partnership. India for the first time in 20 years reformed their nuclear regulatory environment by passing the SHANTI Act, and now we're moving ...
Delhi Police Arrest Three in Rani Bagh Theft Case, Recover Over
Delhi Police have arrested three suspects in a Rani Bagh theft, recovering 2.10 lakh in cash and a laptop among other items. Delhi Police Arrest Three in Rani Bagh Theft Case, Recover Over 2 Lakh and Laptop
Asian Games: PM Modi congratulates Indias kabaddi champions, squash and shooting medallists
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 26 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday congratulated Indias medallists at the ongoing Asian Games, praising the countrys gold-winning kabaddi teams and lauding the performances of squash, shooting, table tennis and track and field athletes. PM Modi congratulated Joshna Chinappa and Velavan Senthilkumar after the Indian pair secured a bronze medal in the mixed doubles squash event. Joshna and Velavan lost a closely fought semifinal to Hong Kong, China's Lee Ka Yi and Tang Ming Hong, 10-11, 11-2, 10-11 on Saturday, assuring themselves of a bronze medal. Congratulations to Joshna Chinappa and Velavan Senthilkumar on winning the Bronze medal in the Squash Mixed Team event at the Asian Games. Their skill and determination are exceptional, PMO wrote on X. The Prime Minister also hailed the Indian women's kabaddi team after it defeated Iran 37-34 in a closely contested final to retain the Asian Games gold medal. India held its nerve in a tense finish to secure its second consecutive women's kabaddi title. What a thrilling final and a magnificent Gold for the Womens Kabaddi Team! Congratulations to our players. The team has displayed remarkable courage, composure and teamwork. India is proud of our Kabaddi champions. Best wishes for many more successes ahead, PMO wrote. PM Modi next congratulated Tilottama Sen, Vidarsa Vinod Kochalumkal and Ashi Chouksey after the trio won silver in the women's 50m rifle 3 positions team event. The Indian team finished second with a score of 1,763, behind China's 1,773, while Kazakhstan claimed bronze with 1,754. A fine display of precision by Tilottama Sen, Vidarsa Vinod Kochalumkal and Ashi Chouksey! Congratulations to them on winning the Silver medal in the Womens 50m Rifle 3 Positions Team event at the Asian Games. May they continue to achieve many more successes in the times to come, PMO wrote. The Prime Minister then congratulated the Indian men's kabaddi team after it retained the Asian Games gold medal with a 40-34 victory over Iran in the final. India, which led 17-18 at half-time, produced a strong second-half performance to pull away from Iran and successfully defend the title it won at the 2022 Hangzhou Games. The victory was India's ninth men's kabaddi gold at the Asian Games. Champions once again! Congratulations to our Mens Kabaddi Team on retaining the Asian Games Gold. Their determination has brought immense pride to the nation. Their success will also motivate several upcoming players. Best wishes to the entire team for their future endeavours,' PMO wrote. PM Modi also congratulated Manush Shah and Diya Chitale after the duo secured bronze in mixed doubles table tennis. The Indian pair reached the semifinals before going down 0-4 to China's Wang Chuqin and Sun Yingsha. Their semifinal appearance assured them of a bronze medal. Congratulations to Manush Shah and Diya Chitale on winning the Bronze medal in the Mixed Doubles Table Tennis event at the Asian Games. This medal adds another proud moment to the rising popularity of Table Tennis in India. Best wishes to them for the future. Their determination will inspire many young players to take up the sport and aim higher, PMO wrote on X. PM Modi's final message was for shot putter Tajinderpal Singh Toor, who won silver in the men's event with a best throw of 20.64m. Iran's Mohammadreza Tayebi won gold with a Games-record throw of 20.81m, while Saudi Arabia's Mohammed Tolu took bronze with 20.48m. Toor, who won gold at the 2018 Jakarta and 2022 Hangzhou Asian Games, secured his third consecutive medal at the continental event. A splendid performance by @Tajinder_Singh3! Congratulations to him on winning the Silver medal in the Mens Shot Put at the Asian Games with an impressive throw. Tajinderpal has consistently brought laurels to the nation through his focus and perseverance. Another Asian Games medal is a fitting addition to his remarkable journey. Wishing him many more successes ahead, the PMO posted on X.
UN hears warning of colonisation by data
Digital Desk | United Nations, Sep 26 (IANS) World leaders have warned that Artificial Intelligence (AI) and control over data could create a new form of global domination, leaving developing countries dependent on technologies and rules designed elsewhere. Speakers from Asia, Europe, the Caribbean and the Indian and Pacific oceans welcomed AIs potential. But they demanded a voice in global regulation, fair access to technology and protection for national languages, cultures and data. Bahamas Prime Minister Philip Davis offered the sharpest description of the danger. This is colonisation by data. It does not arrive with ships and flags, Davis told the UN General Assembly (UNGA). He said data had become the newest raw material in the global economy. Digital platforms, he argued, could take information from developing societies and return versions of their identities shaped elsewhere. Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman said existing technological inequality must not be allowed to spread into the next generation of digital systems. We do not want today's digital divide to become tomorrow's artificial intelligence divide, Rahman said. Bangladesh called for technology transfer, skills development and affordable access to modern technologies. It also urged the United Nations to adopt an effective policy framework so countries could benefit from the rapid expansion of AI and social media. The Maldives made a similar appeal for inclusive rule-making. Every country must have a voice in shaping the global rules for AI, Vice-President Hussain Mohamed Latheef said. He said AI could help small states overcome distance and scale, and improve health care, education and public services. But the digital future, he added, should not create new forms of dependence. Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama focused on manipulation, accountability and the use of AI by hostile actors. The greatest danger is that it will obey the wrong human beings perfectly, Rama said. He said no machine held democratic legitimacy and no algorithm inherited constitutional responsibility. AI, he warned, could multiply a falsehood at enormous speed and bury the truth without formally censoring it. South Korean President Lee Jae Myung described the AI revolution as both an opportunity and a crisis. Without preparation, he said, it could deepen inequality rather than spread prosperity. Saint Lucia warned that digital technology could create a hierarchy in which a small number of corporations and powerful states controlled systems used by everyone else. The digital future must not be owned by a few. It must be governed for the benefit of all, Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre said. UN Secretary-General Antnio Guterres said the source of global influence was changing. Today, power increasingly comes from data, computing capacity and algorithms. This new power is highly concentrated, he said. Guterres called for information-sharing on emerging safety risks, common safeguards and a multilateral AI risk-management framework backed by independent oversight. He said every country should have a role through the United Nations. Tonga said it did not have to lead every technological race, but would help shape the rules governing new systems. It called for control over national data and warned that Pacific data, biodiversity and traditional knowledge must not fuel technological advances while returning little value to island communities. Guyana framed the issue as a test of whether innovation would improve ordinary lives. Technology must not become the privilege of the few; it must become the servant of all humanity, President Irfaan Ali said. India has a large information-technology industry, a rapidly expanding digital economy and one of the worlds biggest populations of technology users. New Delhi has also promoted its digital public infrastructure model as a way to widen access to public services across the Global South.
Gyanesh Ouster Divides Opposition; Kanhaiya, Rahul Have A Falling Out
He was known to be Congress leader Rahul Gandhis favourite but after the partys defeat in the recent Delhi University Students Union election, Kanhaiya Kumar is no longer the blue-eyed boy that he once was. As AICC-in charge of the National Students Union of India, Mr Kumar is facing flak as he was responsible for the selection of candidates for the DUSU polls
100 pc ethanol car can bring down fuel cost to equivalent of Rs 25 per litre: Nitin Gadkari
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 26 (IANS) Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari has said that switching to a car running entirely on ethanol could bring fuel costs down to the equivalent of around Rs 25 per litre. Gadkari said Toyota's 100 per cent ethanol-powered Innova is set to be launched in October and would not require petrol, as the government steps up its push for alternative fuels amid the ongoing debate over E20 petrol. Speaking at an event here, Gadkari said the vehicle would not require petrol and claimed that its running cost would be comparable to that of a petrol-powered car using fuel priced at around Rs 25 per litre. Gadkari said he had been invited to the launch of Toyota's Innova flex-fuel vehicle in October. The vehicle is designed to operate on 100 per cent ethanol rather than conventional petrol, and the minister claimed that it would also generate 60 per cent electricity while running. Ethanol is being used in 19 countries in the world and today no complaint is coming from any vehicle in India. In October, I have been invited for the launch of Toyota's Innova car that will run on 100 per cent flex fuel, Gadkari said, as quoted by Business Today. The announcement comes amid an ongoing debate over India's E20 ethanol blending policy, under which petrol is blended with up to 20 per cent ethanol. The policy has faced questions from sections of the public and lawmakers over its possible impact on vehicle mileage, engine performance and long-term maintenance. Gadkari said no complaints had been received from vehicles using ethanol-blended fuel in India. The government has also maintained that it has not received widespread or confirmed complaints from vehicle manufacturers, automobile associations or consumer groups regarding E20's impact on mileage, engine health or maintenance costs. It has cited laboratory studies and field trials assessing engine durability and material compatibility in support of the blending programme. Toyota's proposed ethanol-only Innova follows other efforts by automakers to introduce flex-fuel vehicles in India. In June, Maruti Suzuki launched what was described as the country's first flex-fuel passenger car. Such vehicles are designed to operate on a range of ethanol-petrol blends, from E20 to pure ethanol, allowing them to use different fuel compositions depending on availability.
Election Commission Extends Deadline for Voter Claims in Delhi and Maharashtra
The Election Commission has extended the deadline for filing voter claims and objections in Delhi and Maharashtra to provide relief to voters. Election Commission Extends Deadline for Voter Claims in Delhi and Maharashtra
Woman lawyer from Assam assaulted in Delhi's Prasad Nagar
A lawyer from Assam was reportedly attacked in Delhi amid a property dispute on Friday. Eyewitness accounts reveal that police were on-site as the confrontation unfolded, with a distressing video capturing her distress. The attackers expressed concerns about her being in Delhi due to the ongoing legal matter. In response, both parties have lodged mutual complaints, prompting several FIRs as police delve deeper into this assault and property dispute.
ECI revises electoral roll revision schedule for Delhi and Maharashtra
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Emerging tech can boost MSME productivity, efficiency: MSME Joint Secy
Adoption of emerging technologies offers significant opportunities for micro, small, and medium enterprises to enhance productivity, improve efficiency, strengthen resilience and develop new capabilities, MSME Joint Secretary Mercy Epao said on Saturday. Epao made the comments at the Delhi MSME Conclave organised by the Northern India Regional Council (NIRC) of the Institute of Cost Accountants of India (ICMAI). Set up in 1944, ICMAI is the largest cost and management accounting body in the world, with more than 6 lakh students and 1 lakh qualified professionals all over the globe. The adoption of emerging technologies offers significant opportunities for MSMEs to enhance productivity, improve efficiency, strengthen resilience and develop new capabilities. For smaller enterprises in particular, affordable and accessible technology solutions can play an important role in supporting their transition towards more human-centric, sustainable and resilient production systems, Epao ...
Delegation of Sri Lanka's ruling party to visit India under 'KNOW BJP' initiative
The JVP delegation will visit India from September 27 to October 1; scheduled to meet BJP national president Nitin Nabin, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, Delhi CM Rekha Gupta and other senior BJP leaders
Voters need not attend SIR hearings in person, says ECI
New Delhi: The Election Commissioners of India (ECIs) Gyanesh Kumar, Vivek Joshi and Sukhbir Singh Sandhu announced on Saturday, September 26, that voters who received notices under unmapped and anomaly cases in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) need not appear for a hearing in person. The Booth Level Officers (BLOs) will visit their 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 .
Delhi Assembly Speaker interacts with Indian community in Chile
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 26 (IANS) Delhi Assembly Speaker Vijender Gupta addressed members of the Indian community in Santiago, Chile, and highlighted the deep cultural, democratic, and people-to-people bonds between India and Chile, an official said in a statement issued here on Saturday. Gupta said that although India and Chile are located at opposite ends of the world, the two countries share a deep connection through their democratic values, rich civilizational heritage and shared human spirit. He said that the real strength of India-Chile relations lies not merely in government-to-government agreements, but in the trust, warmth and friendship that people of the two countries build with one another. Indian Ambassador to Chile Abhilasha Joshi hosted a special reception in honour of the visiting Speaker at the Embassy Residence in Santiago. The reception brought together prominent members of the Indian community in Chile for an engaging discussion on Indias rising global footprint, expanding bilateral relations, and the strong cultural bonds the Indian diaspora is building between India and Chile. Addressing the gathering, Gupta conveyed greetings from the people of Delhi and the Delhi Legislative Assembly to the Indian community in Chile. He spoke about the historic significance of the Delhi Legislative Assembly and its place in Indias legislative heritage. He said the building where the Delhi Legislative Assembly meets today marks an important chapter in Indias democratic journey. More than a century ago, the Central Legislative Assembly of British India met at the same historic complex, where important debates connected with Indias freedom movement and the emergence of democratic consciousness took place. The Speaker said that whenever he presides over the House, he remains conscious that the Chair of the Speaker does not belong to any individual, but represents the long and distinguished journey of Indian democracy. He said that he had carried the spirit of this democratic heritage with him to Santiago. Referring to the historical ties between India and Chile, Gupta said both countries are rooted in ancient civilisations and have struggled for freedom while building strong democratic institutions. He noted that India and Chile are expanding cooperation in several areas today, including trade, minerals and energy, agriculture, Ayurveda, yoga, education and technology. Gupta said that while governments provide the institutional framework for bilateral relations, people give these relations warmth, depth and permanence. Appreciating the contribution of the Indian community in Chile, Gupta said that every Indian living abroad represents India through his or her conduct and work. He observed that when a Chilean citizen meets an Indian doctor, engineer, entrepreneur, teacher or student, that interaction shapes their perception of India.
Delhi: Human skeleton found during cleanliness drive
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 26 (IANS) A human skeleton was found in the settlement of a scrap dealer by Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) workers during a cleanliness drive in the national capital on Friday. While the BJP called the incident a matter of investigation and informed the police, scrap dealer Mohammed Abrar maintained that the skeleton was a lab item which they brought from a school, along with other discarded items. A BJP leader said that workers of the party's Delhi unit were carrying out a cleanliness drive in the national capital, under the 'Seva Sankalp Abhiyan'. Alleging that illegal constructions have been put up in the area, he said: While our workers were cleaning the area, one of them picked up a box near the hut of one Shakeel Mohammad (brother of Mohammed Abrar) to collect garbage in it. As soon as he picked up the box, its broken cover fell off, and inside was a human skeleton. Naturally, people got scared. I immediately called the police, who confirmed that it is indeed a human skeleton...the person is claiming to have brought it from somewhere, but, according to what the police have also said, it is illegal to possess a skeleton even if he got it from somewhere else...it is a serious issue regarding whether someone was killed, was kidnapped or anything else. The BJP leader reiterated the party's claim that Bangladeshis illegally infiltrate from across the border and indulge in anti-national activities. Here too, government land has been illegally encroached, he claimed while urging police to conduct a drive in the area to check for any criminal activities. However, Mohammad Abrar defended himself, saying his nephew brought the human skeleton from a nearby school in July. The scrap that was brought from school consisted of discarded papers, books, several almirahs and boxes. We brought all of these from a school. If they deny it now, we can't do anything, he told IANS. He further said that CCTV cameras installed at the school can be checked to see whether the scrap was sold to them. We had seen the skeleton in the box but left it like that, thinking it was used in school labs...The earlier principal of the school used to give us only papers and books in scrap, but the new principal asked us to take away all the non-essential things of the lab, he added. Accepting that he should have informed the authorities, the scrap dealer claimed that people in the area knew the skeleton was brought along with the other scrap from the school. We had kept it out in the open; it's not like we had hidden it or something, Abrar added. Responding to Abrar's claims, the BJP leader said: The nearest school here has classes up to standard eight. We have spoken with the principal there, who denied the claims, saying the school doesn't possess any lab and nothing of such kind has been given to anyone...it is a matter of investigation for the police. However, the biggest question is why did they bring it (skeleton) here? If the cleanliness drive had not happened, this would not have been revealed, he asserted.
Malkangiri District Wins National Skoch Award for Youth Empowerment
The Malkangiri district administration has bagged the prestigious national Skoch Award for its innovative youth empowerment and administrative excellence program, Pragati Pathe Yuba Malkangiri. The award was presented on Saturday at the 110th Skoch Summit held at the India Habitat Centre on Lodhi Road, New Delhi. Under the directive of Malkangiri District Collector and District [] The post Malkangiri District Wins National Skoch Award for Youth Empowerment appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Indias UN Security Council bid gains support
Digital Desk | United Nations, Sep 26 (IANS) Indias campaign for a permanent seat on the UN Security Council has received fresh backing at the General Assembly, with Portugal and Mauritius explicitly supporting New Delhi and the Marshall Islands endorsing Japan and its G4 partners. The endorsements came during the 81st General Assembly debate here at the UN headquarters in New York, amid wider calls to make the Council reflect present-day regional and political realities. Portuguese Prime Minister Luis Montenegro called for a more representative Council with permanent seats for Africa, Brazil and India. Mauritian Foreign Minister Dhananjay Ramful gave the clearest direct endorsement in his Friday address. We support the positions of the G4 and of L69 on Council reform, and we reiterate our support for India's candidature for a permanent seat, commensurate with its constructive role in global affairs, Ramful said. Mauritius also backed the Common African Position. It calls for no fewer than two permanent and five non-permanent African seats. Ramful said any new permanent member should receive the same rights as the original permanent members if the veto is retained. He also supported a seat for small island developing states. Marshall Islands President Hilda Heine added indirect support for India through the four-nation G4 grouping. The Marshall Islands affirms its longstanding support for Japan - and its G4 partners - to achieve permanent membership on the UN Security Council, Heine said in her address. Japan also made reform a central demand, although Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi did not name India or the other G4 candidates in that passage. We need to transform it without delay into a structure that truly reflects the current realities of the international community, Takaichi said of the Council. She said both permanent and non-permanent categories should be expanded, adding that a majority of UN members supported enlargement in both. Other leaders sought broader regional representation without endorsing particular countries. Finnish President Alexander Stubb proposed at least two new permanent seats for Africa, two for the Asia-Pacific and one for Latin America. He also opposed giving any single state veto power. Saint Lucian Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre pressed for a rapid end to years of inconclusive negotiations. The prolonged reform process must be concluded quickly to include expanded permanent and non-permanent membership for Africa, the Asia-Pacific, and Latin America and the Caribbean regions, Pierre said. African leaders mounted the strongest collective case for change. Sierra Leone President Julius Maada Bio said the institution remained anchored in an earlier era. The Security Council still reflects the world of 1945. Africa, home to more than 1.6 billion people and the subject of much of the Council's work, still has no Permanent Seat, Bio said. Ghanaian President John Dramani Mahama framed the question as one of institutional survival. Security Council reform is not a favour to Africa; it is an imperative for the legitimacy, credibility, and survival of the United Nations, Mahama said. The speeches showed broad agreement that the Council is outdated. But differences remain over national candidates, regional allocation and the veto, preventing negotiations from producing a reform package. India, Brazil, Germany and Japan make up the G4 and support one anothers campaigns for permanent membership. India has cited its population, economic weight, UN peacekeeping record and role as a voice of the Global South in arguing that the Council no longer reflects contemporary realities. The Council has five permanent members with veto power China, France, Russia, Britain and the United States and 10 elected members serving two-year terms. Changing its composition requires approval by two-thirds of the General Assembly and ratification by two-thirds of UN members, including all five permanent members.
Delhi CM inaugurates vehicle fitness testing station in Burari
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 26 (IANS) Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Saturday inaugurated a modern vehicle fitness testing station in north Delhis Burari, calling it another step toward pollution control. In a message on X, Chief Minister Gupta said, Under the #SevaSankalpAbhiyan, today we inaugurated an ultra-modern Automated Testing Station in Burari with the capacity to fitness test 90,000 vehicles annually. On September 3 in Tehkhand and today in Burari. In just 23 days, Delhi has received its second Automated Testing Station. This is the speed at which our government works, she said. With proper Fitness, accurate Testing, and better Monitoring, road safety will also be strengthened, and the government's continuous efforts towards pollution control will gain new strength. On this occasion, MP Shri Manoj Tiwari ji, Cabinet colleague Pankaj Kumar Singh ji, along with other distinguished guests, were present, the Chief Minister wrote on X. Earlier, in view of the ongoing strike by a section of DTCs contract bus drivers, Transport Minister Pankaj Kumar Singh on Friday met with representatives of OEMs/operators. He reviewed issues concerning contractual drivers operating buses under the Cluster Scheme through concessionaires. The discussions focused on addressing drivers' concerns while maintaining the smooth functioning of public transport services in Delhi, the statement said. During the meeting, the Minister emphasised the need to ensure appropriate welfare measures for contractual drivers engaged by concessionaires, while also maintaining adequate human resources and operational requirements. The principal issues discussed included health insurance coverage for drivers and their families, accident insurance/compensation, timely issuance of salary slips and joining/appointment letters, performance-linked variable incentives, weekly and monthly rest provisions, and grievance resolution. The welfare of contractual drivers and the continuity of public transport services are both important. We have discussed the principal issues raised by the drivers and the measures proposed for their resolution, said the Minister. I have asked the concerned stakeholders to explore the feasibility of these measures in accordance with applicable laws, agreements and operational requirements, while ensuring that bus services remain uninterrupted, said Pankaj Kumar Singh.
Mamata Says INDIA Bloc Likely to Meet in Delhi on Sept 30 Amid SIR Row
I sent a message to Rahul Gandhi, and told him that we must sit together. A meeting of the INDIA bloc will most likely be held in Delhi's Constitution Club on September 30, she added.
India lays foundation for first port-based e-methanol plant at Kandla
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 26 (IANS) India on Saturday took a major step towards becoming a global supplier of green fuel with the foundation stone laid for the countrys first port-based e-methanol plant at Deendayal Port Authority (DPA) in Kandla, Gujarat. Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal and Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma laid the foundation stone for the Rs 2,300-crore project, which is being jointly developed by DPA and Assam Petro-Chemicals Ltd (APCL), based in Namrup, Assam. The plant will have a total production capacity of 150 tonnes of e-methanol per day and will use renewable power, water and biogenic carbon dioxide to produce the green fuel. The e-methanol will be supplied to vessels operating along the Asia-Europe International Trade Corridor, positioning Kandla as a potential green-fuel hub for international shipping. The project is expected to produce green methanol at a significantly lower cost than prevailing global rates. The plant is projected to produce the fuel at around $750 per tonne, compared with a global rate of about $1,300 per tonne, strengthening India's potential to compete in the global green-fuel market. The project will be implemented in two phases using scalable modules. The first phase, involving an investment of Rs 1,200 crore, will add 50 tonnes per day of production capacity and is targeted for completion by January 2027. The second phase will add another 100 tonnes per day at an investment of Rs 1,100 crore, with completion targeted for March 2027. DPA and APCL will contribute capital in a 76:24 ratio. DPA's contribution includes equity capital of Rs 567.32 crore, 75 acres of land, desalinated water and renewable energy in the form of green hydrogen. The facility is expected to be among India's largest e-methanol production plants and create more than 3,500 direct and indirect jobs. It is also expected to support the development of a broader green-energy ecosystem around Kandla, including transportation, storage, supply and other ancillary activities linked to the production and movement of green molecules. The project is aligned with India's target of achieving net-zero emissions by 2070 and the government's focus on energy self-reliance, Make in India and Make for the World. It also comes as India seeks to expand its maritime capabilities and strengthen its position in global shipping. The government plans to add 100 new ships to India's merchant fleet over the next five years and aims to make the country one of the world's top five ship-owning nations by 2047. Global shipping major Maersk has also started placing orders for containers manufactured in India.
This exhibition in Delhi recalls the glorious past of the Shekhwati region
A Delhi exhibition highlights the Shekhwati region, its frescoed havelis, and people who inhabited those once. Having made it to UNESCOs tentative list, the region is now charting a new course
Telangana Prisons wins SKOCH Award for de-addiction initiative
Award, recognising the departments rehabilitation-oriented approach to substance dependence among prisoners, was presented at the 109th SKOCH Summit India Economic Forum at the India Habitat Centre in New Delhi
Telangana Prisons wins SKOCH Award for de-addiction initiative
Award, recognising the departments rehabilitation-oriented approach to substance dependence among prisoners, was presented at the 109th SKOCH Summit India Economic Forum at the India Habitat Centre in New Delhi
Delhi HC: Personal law no bar to POCSO trial of minor
New Delhi: The Delhi High Court has directed a man to face trial under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act for having sexual relations with his minor wife, ruling that personal laws cannot be invoked to claim exemption from criminal liability under penal statutes. In his judgment of September 23 released on 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 .
Punjab: Congress asks CM Mann to vacate ministerial houses from illegal occupants
Digital Desk | Chandigarh, Sep 26 (IANS) Punjab Congress President Amarinder Singh Raja Warring on Saturday asked Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann to get all ministerial houses vacated from illegal occupants. He also demanded that the government charge penal rent from the occupants, as had been done in previous cases. Warring criticised Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Gayatri Bishnoi for using foul language against Congress MLA Sukhpal Singh Khaira, saying such abuse was unacceptable and Punjabis would neither forget nor forgive it. He held Mann responsible, alleging that the Chief Minister had surrendered before his Delhi bosses and was acting as a mute spectator. Who has allowed and authorised such people to occupy the ministerial houses, while the ministers in whose names these houses have been allotted are forced to stay outside? Warring asked. He referred to the allotment of a house in Chandigarh to then AAP MP Raghav Chadha, who has since joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). Warring also alleged misuse of Punjab Police personnel and vehicles during Chadhas wedding in Udaipur, claiming public money was squandered. He further said Chadha had been allotted a palatial house in Chandigarh and an entire floor in Punjab Bhawan, New Delhi, exclusively for his use. Warring alleged that ministerial suites were allotted to personal assistants of AAP leaders. At the same time, other rooms in Punjab Bhawan were given to AAP workers from different states during campaigning in Delhi. The Congress leader questioned under what rules Gayatri Bishnoi and her parents had been allotted a ministerial house in Chandigarh. Even if this has been allotted for the treatment of her father, how many people from Punjab who come for treatment to Chandigarh are allotted such houses? he asked. Directing his criticism at CM Mann, Warring said, Did the people of Punjab elect you for this, that Punjabs ministers are not allowed to stay in their allotted houses and outsiders are allowed to occupy them? He added that Kapurthala House and Nabha House in New Delhi, as well as Circuit Houses, were being misused. This is not misuse, but complete abuse, and this has never happened before in Punjab, Warring remarked.
People will take to streets if Gyanesh Kumar doesn't resign: Oppn
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 26 (IANS) Former Maharashtra Chief Minister and senior Congress leader Prithviraj Chavan on Saturday warned that people will take to the streets in protest if Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar doesn't resign or the impeachment motion against him is allowed to pass in Parliament. Citing the earlier defeat of the impeachment motion against the CEC this year, RJD MP Manoj also said citizens will decide the next course of action. Speaking to IANS, Prithviraj Chavan said: Just as a Supreme Court judge can be removed, the Chief Election Commissioner can also be removed. This is a constitutional provision. So, I believe the Opposition leaders should immediately file an impeachment resolution. Still, if nothing material and all efforts (to remove Gyanesh Kumar) are blocked...if the President does not take any decision on this and the Supreme Court also does not take suo motu cognisance. Obviously,, the Opposition leaders will have to bring the entire public out onto the streets. I hope such a situation does not arise, he added. Further, Chavan said: Prime Minister Narendra Modi can find a solution (to the controversy), but if he remains adamant against (Gyanesh Kumar's) resignation, then people will have to come out on the streets. Congress MP Akhilesh Prasad Singh recalled that in April, 73 opposition members of Parliament in the Rajya Sabha submitted a formal notice to the Secretary-General seeking the removal of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar on grounds of proven misbehaviour. He alleged: The government is trying to protect him (CEC) because he is working for them. BJP leaders want to protect him, but this is no longer restricted to that. Maintaining that the impeachment motion had been attempted before by the Opposition, RJD MP Manoj Kumar Jha said: We had submitted that option earlier as well. Apart from that, a petition has also been filed in the Supreme Court. It is within the Supreme Courts powers to take suo motu cognisance, because all the evidence is before it as well. Another thing, which I consider most important, is that this is no longer a matter between the Opposition parties and the ruling party. This is now a matter concerning citizens. So, citizens will also decide their strategy, he told IANS.
Artix 5.0: Making room for a new generation of artists
The hotel art fair returns to New Delhi for its fifth edition, with 21 rooms, emerging artists and a showcase of veteran KG Subramanyans work
Artix 5.0: Making room for a new generation of artists
The hotel art fair returns to New Delhi for its fifth edition, with 21 rooms, emerging artists and a showcase of veteran KG Subramanyans work
This new exhibition in Delhi revisits the many forms of phulkari
Textile designer and revivalist Sunaina Suneja brings together vintage and contemporary works to examine the techniques, motifs and stories held within phulkari
An exhibition in Delhi maps four decades of change in Indian art
Sakshi Gallerys 40th anniversary exhibition at Travancore Palace in Delhi brings together 46 artists who examine how Indias visual vocabulary has shifted alongside its social and political landscape
An exhibition in Delhi maps four decades of change in Indian art
Sakshi Gallerys 40th anniversary exhibition at Travancore Palace in Delhi brings together 46 artists who examine how Indias visual vocabulary has shifted alongside its social and political landscape
Amit Shah urges Keralam to leverage cooperative network for agriculture and blue economy growth
Union Home and Cooperation Minister urges Keralam to harness its strong cooperative network to drive agricultural and blue economy growth. He invited the State Cooperation Minister to Delhi to formulate a comprehensive strategy for integrating various central schemes.
Amit Shah urges Keralam to leverage cooperative network for agriculture and blue economy growth
Union Home and Cooperation Minister urges Keralam to harness its strong cooperative network to drive agricultural and blue economy growth. He invited the State Cooperation Minister to Delhi to formulate a comprehensive strategy for integrating various central schemes.
In-situ slum rehabilitation: DDA, private developers discuss housing for 17 lakh dwellers
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 26 (IANS) Taking forward its in-situ slum rehabilitation programme, the DDA held an investors meet with developer entities to seek the private sectors inputs on projects that aim to provide affordable and dignified housing to over 17 lakh slum dwellers, an official said on Saturday. The investors meet provided an interactive platform for developers and other stakeholders to share their views on project structure, implementation mechanisms, risk allocation, financing considerations and approval processes, said a Delhi Development Authority (DDA) official. The interaction, organised on the direction of Lieutenant Governor and DDA Chairperson T.S. Sandhu, was part of efforts to build a transparent, predictable and market-responsive framework for private-sector participation for in-situ slum rehabilitation, said the official in a statement. Addressing the gathering, DDA Vice Chairman N. Saravana Kumar emphasised the important role of the private sector in meeting the scale of rehabilitation and redevelopment required in Delhi. The Investors Meet provided an interactive platform for developers and other stakeholders to share their views on project structure, implementation mechanisms, risk allocation, financing considerations and approval processes, the statement said. The feedback received will assist DDA in further refining the proposed framework, it said. The DDA stated that successful implementation of the programme will require effective coordination among public institutions, private developers and the communities being served, with the needs of residents to remain central as projects are planned and taken forward. The initiative seeks to establish a sustainable redevelopment model combining safe and dignified housing, improved urban infrastructure, efficient use of land and meaningful private-sector participation. The Master Plan for Delhi2047 (MPD-2047) envisages in-situ rehabilitation of approximately 17 lakh slum cluster dwellers. As part of the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047, the Master Plan seeks to transform the national capital into a city that creates opportunities for all while leaving no one behind. It provides an enabling framework to unlock redevelopment potential while promoting inclusive and sustainable urban growth, the statement said. The DDA highlighted that in-situ rehabilitation is an important component of this transformation. The programme aims to improve housing and living conditions for eligible residents at their existing locations, while enabling integrated neighbourhood development, better urban infrastructure and more efficient land utilisation, it said. Its objective is to create sustainable neighbourhoods alongside the provision of quality housing, the statement said.
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CEC Gyanesh Kumar, ECs Sandhu-Joshi meet; Form 6, SIR decisions clarified (Lead)
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 26 (IANS) The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Saturday sought to quell reports of differences within the poll panel, with Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and Election Commissioners Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Vivek Joshi holding a full commission meeting at Nirvachan Sadan in New Delhi. In a detailed press note accompanied by a photograph of the three commissioners, the EC addressed allegations concerning its internal functioning, the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, voter enrolment and its technology systems. The statement came days after The Indian Express reported on September 23 that Sandhu and Joshi had raised objections to several decisions and orders linked to the SIR exercise. The reports triggered a wider political controversy, with Opposition parties questioning the functioning of the Commission and demanding greater transparency. The EC maintained that the June 24, 2025, order launching the SIR across states and Union Territories was approved unanimously by all three commissioners. It said subsequent schedules related to the exercise were also issued with unanimous approval. The Commission further noted that the Supreme Court had upheld the original SIR order. On Form 6, used for enrolment of new voters, the EC addressed concerns over a declaration introduced during the SIR process requiring applicants to establish their linkage with the previous SIR through their parents' names. The Commission said the declaration had been upheld by the Supreme Court. Outside the SIR exercise, it clarified, forms prescribed under the Registration of Electors Rules, 1960, would continue to be used. The Commission also responded to questions surrounding 97 voters in Goa who had initially been left out of the electoral rolls. It said the Chief Electoral Officer, Goa, had directed Booth Level Officers to conduct house-to-house visits and collect the necessary forms. Of the 97 voters, 81 had already submitted Form 6 for inclusion. On ECINET, concerns had been raised about access to electoral-roll databases and the functioning of the portal. The EC said field officials receive role-based access in accordance with their statutory powers. It announced a review of ECINET by a committee headed by a Senior Deputy Election Commissioner and including an independent expert from an IIT or IIIT. The Commission also clarified that a letter sent to the Cabinet Secretary concerned the redistribution of work involving an officer on deputation related to the officer's functioning, rather than any policy concerning the EC or its IT division. As part of measures to strengthen internal procedures, the EC said agendas for Commission meetings would be circulated in advance and minutes issued thereafter. It also stated that directions issued by commissioners to officials would be complied with meticulously. The EC further extended SIR deadlines in Delhi and Maharashtra, while reiterating that its major decisions had been taken collectively and unanimously.
NAFED expects business to touch Rs 46,000 crore this year: Chairman Jethabhai Ahir
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 26 (IANS) The National Agricultural Cooperative Marketing Federation of India (NAFED) is targeting a business turnover of around Rs 46,000 crore in the current year and is confident of surpassing the target, Chairman Jethabhai Ahir said on Saturday. Ahir said NAFEDs procurement and business stood at around Rs 33,000 crore last year, adding that the federation is working to strengthen procurement systems and provide farmers with better market access. Speaking to IANS, Ahir said NAFEDs procurement and business operations were worth around Rs 33,000 crore last year. He expressed confidence that the organisations business could rise to around Rs 46,000 crore during the current year and said NAFED could potentially exceed the target. Following the vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modis Drone Didi initiative, NAFED wants to bring women, youth and farmers into this campaign so that modern technology can be used more extensively in agriculture and help increase farmers incomes, Ahir said. Meanwhile, NAFED Managing Director Deepak Agarwal said the organisation has set a procurement target of around Rs 30,000 crore for the current year, while emphasising that actual procurement would depend on market conditions and agricultural output. He explained that government procurement tends to be lower when market prices remain above the minimum support price (MSP), while procurement increases when market prices fall below the MSP. Weather conditions, production levels and other market factors also influence the volume of procurement. Procurement does not take place merely because a target has been set. It depends on market conditions and production levels at the relevant time, Agarwal said. The AGM also approved a new welfare initiative under which NAFED will allocate one per cent of its net profit towards the education of children from farming families. According to Agarwal, the higher share capital will enable more cooperative societies to become members of NAFED while also strengthening the organisations financial capacity.
SIRs sole aim was to capture Bengal: Mamata Banerjee
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Sep 26 (IANS) Former West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Saturday alleged that the sole intention of the Election Commission of India (ECI) behind conducting the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) was to ensure that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) could capture power in West Bengal. Referring to reported differences within the top brass of the ECI, she said that since the beginning of the SIR exercise, she had been claiming that the roles played by Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar and the Commissions Information Technology Chief, Seema Khanna, were doubtful. Banerjee, while addressing a public meeting at Sreerampore in Hooghly district, referred to the CEC as Vanish Kumar and declared that her movement along with other anti-BJP forces would continue until Kumar stepped down or was removed. Just as we caught the tricks of Vanish Kumar, we will similarly catch the others behind such wrongdoings. Vanish Kumar must go. Until he goes, our united movement will continue, she said. She added that opposition parties were uniting at the national level to demand Kumars removal. Banerjee referred to her telephonic conversation with CPI(M) leader M.A. Baby, stressing that when the issue was common, she would not look at party lines. We will have to fight this issue together, she said. Referring to the upcoming I.N.D.I.A. bloc meeting in New Delhi on September 30, Banerjee said the entire country was coming together on the issue. We will fight unitedly. There is no need to see who is red, blue or yellow. We will all fight shoulder to shoulder to restore democracy. If the issue is of the people, there is no need to see which party joins the movement, she remarked. She also questioned the role of the West Bengal police during her rally. The police are not my enemies. Their job is to protect people. But what are they doing today? Last night, they found and arrested Trinamool supporters from their houses in Serampore to prevent anyone from coming to my meeting, Banerjee alleged.
60 anti-Christian incidents in Bengal since May 2026: Report
New Delhi: West Bengal witnessed at least 60 incidents targeting Christians across 13 districts between May 13 and September 20, 2026, according to a report by India Hate Lab (IHL), a project of the US-based think tank, the Center for the Study of Organized Hate (CSOH). The incidents increased since the BJP came to power 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 .
Srinagar , September 26 : Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chief Mehbooba Mufti on Saturday appealed to people to participate in a protest scheduled to be held at Delhis Jantar Mantar on September 29, calling for raising voices to protect the countrys democratic and secular values. In a post on X, Mufti wrote, An appeal to every Indian who cherishes the democratic and secular values that bind our diverse nation together. Let us come together and raise our voices for the India we believe in. Join us at Delhis Jantar Mantar on 29 September, from 25 pm. Sharing a video appeal on X, Mufti said that elections are scheduled to take place in several states across the country in the coming months and alleged that mosques, dargahs and churches are being demolished. Elections are scheduled to take place in various states across the country in the coming months. You are aware that mosques, dargahs, and churches across our country are currently being demolished with great ruthlessness. Furthermore, the names of Muslims, in particular, are being removed from voter lists, she said. The PDP chief further added that the Monitoring Committee for Indian Muslims has decided to organise a protest at Jantar Mantar in Delhi on September 29 from 2 PM to 5 PM over these issues. In response to these injustices, the Monitoring Committee for Indian Muslims has decided to stage a protest at Jantar Mantar in Delhi on September 29, from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM, she said. We appeal to all secular-minded individuals to participate in this protest and help us preserve the country's spirit of brotherhood and its cultural ethos, Mufti added. The protest comes in the backdrop of the ongoing political row over the functioning of the Election Commission and the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. The row erupted after The Indian Express on Thursday reported that Election Commissioners Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Vivek Joshi had objected at least 14 times over 10 months to decisions and orders related to the SIR process. While several opposition parties have called for CEC Gyanesh Kumar's resignation, the Election Commission of India (ECI) on Saturday said the schedule for the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) in 12 States and Union Territories was issued on October 27, 2025, while the schedule for 19 States and UTs was issued on May 14, 2026, with the unanimous approval of the Commission.
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SIR dissent row: ECI clarifies context of letter written to Cabinet Secretary
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 26 (IANS) Amid the row over alleged differences within the Election Commission, the poll panel on Saturday presented a picture of unity while taking several unanimous decisions about SIR in Delhi and clarified the context under which a letter was written by ECI functionaries to the Cabinet Secretary. The ECI said, The letter to the Cabinet Secretary was not related to any policy matter of the Commission or IT division but related to the working of an officer on deputation to ECI. The work redistribution orders issued by the concerned officer were not actually implemented after the orders of the two Commissioners, and the oversight over the IT division by the CEC was never actually withdrawn, said the Election Commission of India (ECI). Earlier, there were media reports which said that Election Commissioners S.S. Sandhu and Vivek Joshi wrote to the Cabinet Secretary, complaining that they were being kept in the dark over at least 14 decisions taken by the Commission during the past 10 months. The investigative media reports also claimed that the two had repeatedly questioned Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over the integrity of the voter database and the security of the electoral rolls, among other issues. The three-member Election Commission is headed by the Chief Election Commissioner, who is first among equals rather than the senior-most member, with decisions expected to be taken unanimously as far as possible, claimed politicians backing the two ECs. The ECI, in a statement issued on Saturday, sought to introduce more transparency in its functioning by announcing that for all Commissions meetings, agenda will be circulated in advance and minutes will be issued. It also said, Annual Performance Appraisal Reports of all the officers will be completed within the stipulated time frame, that is, 31st December every year and approval of the Commission will be taken for foreign trips of the officers. All directions issued by the Commissioners to the officers of the Commission shall be meticulously complied with, the poll body added. The alleged differences within the ECI over its decisions and processes have triggered a political storm, with the Congress and other Opposition parties launching nationwide protests between September 26 and October 2.
IIT Delhi Project Manager Recruitment 2026 - Walkin
IIT Delhi has announced the recruitment of Project Manager 2026 for 2 Posts. Eligible candidates with a Diploma/Degree in Civil Engineering or Architecture and 2 years of experience can attend the walk-in on 13 October 2026.
Delhi Skeleton Mystery: Skeleton-Like Structure Found During BJP Cleanliness Drive | Watch
A cleanliness drive organised by the BJP Delhi Pradesh near Kali Bari Temple in Central Delhi took an unexpected turn after workers discovered a box containing an object resembling a human skeleton among scrap material.BJP Delhi Pradesh vice-president Rajesh Bhatia said workers initially mistook the box for discarded material before its lid fell and the structure was spotted inside.A local resident said the box had arrived with scrap purchased from a school, while his brother Mohammad Abrar said they were unaware of what was inside when the scrap was collected.Preliminary police findings indicate that the scrap dealer had obtained the structure from a school and that it may have been part of biological waste acquired for educational demonstration purposes.Delhi Police are verifying whether the structure is an actual human skeleton or an educational dummy and are checking the details with the scrap dealer and school administration.
INDIA bloc meeting likely to be held in Delhi on September 30: Mamata Banerjee amid SIR row
Mamata Banerjee indicated an upcoming meeting of the INDIA bloc in Delhi to address electoral concerns. She mentioned coordination among opposition parties regarding the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. Banerjee sent a message to Rahul Gandhi to convene this important meeting. Conversations also took place with CPI(M) general secretary M A Baby on these issues.
ECI Directs BLOs for Home Visits, Extends Delhi
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Families of Deceased Seafarers Should Receive Rs.1 Crore Each in Assistance: Sanjay Parashar
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Pakistans Kashmir rhetoric hollow amid POJK neglect
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 26 (IANS) Each time Islamabad attempts to internationalise the Kashmir dispute, an inconvenient question arises: If Pakistan claims to be the champion of Kashmiris, why has it failed to provide political rights, economic equality, or meaningful selfgovernance to the people living in the parts of Jammu and Kashmir under its own control? Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, by raising the issue once again at the United Nations General Assembly, has rewritten a familiar script, again failing to address his countrys own record in the region it already occupies. The greatest irony in Pakistans Kashmir policy remains that while it demands selfdetermination for Kashmiris in India, it has ignored the rights of the people under its own administration. Even before the ruler of the then princely state could accede, tribal militias from Pakistans NorthWest Frontier, backed and assisted by Islamabad, invaded the state in October 1947. The attack was marked by violence and looting; facing the invasion, Maharaja Hari Singh signed the Instrument of Accession to India, after which Indian troops were airlifted into Srinagar. The first IndiaPakistan war followed, ending in a ceasefire that left Pakistan in control of roughly onethird of the former princely state. With much fanfare, Pakistan calls these territories Azad Jammu and Kashmir, reflecting a contradiction. This free region has since remained under tight political, constitutional, and administrative control of Pakistans civilian and military authorities. In contrast, the people here remain oppressed and bereft of development and basic needs. For decades, residents have complained of limited political representation and of not benefiting from local resources. The issue overall concerns identity, representation, and ownership of natural resources. Political groups advocating real independence of Pakistanoccupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK) have frequently found themselves suppressed under the gun, as the regions governance structure effectively places key powers in the hands of Islamabad and the Pakistani army. Despite its enormous tourism potential, hydropower resources, and strategic significance, PoJK has not witnessed development. Infrastructure deficits, employment challenges, inadequate health facilities, and administrative indifference continue to marginalise residents. Meanwhile, natural resources are being extracted with the benefits flowing to Islamabad. Local participation in decisionmaking has remained inadequate, with Pakistans mainstream political parties holding sway in PoJK. Incidentally, Najeeb Naqi of the ruling Pakistan Muslim LeagueNawaz (PMLN) was Thursday elected as the President of PoJK, amplifying Islamabads control over the region. Meanwhile, the Legislative Assembly currently has 53 members, out of which 41 are directly elected from territorial constituencies within PoJK, while 12 seats are reserved. Such constituencies are spread across Pakistani cities like Lahore, Rawalpindi, and Karachi. Their inclusion ensures that Islamabad can influence the Assemblys composition by mobilising votes outside the territory. The reserved seats are at the heart of the ongoing protests, as many see them as tools for Islamabad to manipulate the political balance in its favour and maintain dominance. Thus, successive Pakistani governments have invested considerable diplomatic energy in discussing territories administered by India, while often receiving far less scrutiny for their own stewardship of regions under Islamabads control. Shehbaz Sharifs latest reference to Kashmir at the UN may again satisfy a domestic political audience, but does little to answer these fundamental questions. The issue is thus not simply what Pakistan says about Kashmir. It is what Pakistan has done, or failed to do, in these parts that it has controlled for generations.
From heartbreak to gold: Shafali Vermas journey of finding her way back
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 26 (IANS) There was a time when Shafali Verma was out of the Indian womens cricket team, watching from the sidelines and going through what she describes as one of the saddest moments cricket has given her. A year later, she was back in the national side, helping India win their maiden Womens ODI World Cup and then topping the run charts at the 2026 Asian Games womens cricket competition, in which India successfully defended their gold medal. The shift for Shafali was not just about runs or trophies. It was about accepting the setback, working on herself, and getting back the belief to come back stronger. When I was dropped from the team, it was the saddest moment that cricket has given me in my entire life. But I think that moment was very hard for me. I only know how hard I worked when I was out of the team, Shafali told IANS in a media roundtable facilitated by JSW Sports. And first of all, the best thing I did was that I accepted everything. Yes, Im not in the team, but I have to work hard. And I have to utilise this time very well. And I have to show that Im the best. Im the best for my country. Im the best for my team. Her return to the national team came when Pratika Rawals injury opened the door for Shafali to be drafted in as a replacement for the 2025 ODI World Cup. What followed would become one of the defining periods of her career, and a difficult one too. Shafali scored 87 and took two wickets in the final against South Africa as India clinched their maiden Women's ODI World Cup trophy. But the work that made that moment possible had started much earlier. So, I worked very hard for that. I worked on my mental health, I worked on my skills, and I worked on my fitness. So Im glad that at that time, I decided everything and worked on myself, she said. And I didnt let myself face any incidents or talk about it. And thanks to my family as well. They supported me a lot at that time. And I think in the end, family is everything for us. And the way they backed me at that time, so just thanks to them. And then the happy tears came when we won the ODI World Cup. For Shafali, those tears represented more than the joy of winning a World Cup. And now, I think, whatever trophies and medals we win, so in front of my eyes, all my hard work and all my sweat comes in front of me that, yeah, Im doing great things for my team. Im doing the hard work for my team. And showing all the sweat and giving everything to my country, she said. So I think there is no moment of more praise than that as a player. The welcome she received on returning to the Indian dressing room was another important part of the comeback. I think the support of my teammates, the support of the coach, I think its the best feeling, and I think when I participated in an ODI in 2025, I was very happy and motivated, and I think everyone was very excited to see me in the team, Shafali said. The way they welcomed me at that time, I think thats the happiest thing as a player. What you want from everyone, they did that only. Thanks to them. The way they are managing the team, the way they are managing everything. I think everything is happening because of them. Thanks to them. Shafali also spoke about the environment within the team and the importance of ensuring players feel comfortable enough to express themselves. We try to keep them in a good space and push them up so that they perform well and dont feel scared or hesitate to say anything, she said. Because of that, everything is reflecting, and everything is going our way. The Asian Games was another opportunity for Shafali to show how far she had come, just as the World Cup had been the highlight of her comeback. She was the top scorer of the tournament, finishing with 188 runs at an average of 188 and a strike rate in excess of 200; her performances consisted of a 40-run score against Japan in the quarterfinal, a century made off 49 balls against Bangladesh in the semifinal - this being the first century in the history of women's cricket at the Asian Games and also her first T20I hundred - and 48 runs in the final match played against Sri Lanka. India beat Japan by eight wickets, Bangladesh by 114 runs and Sri Lanka by 147 runs to retain the gold medal. Yet Shafali sees the Asian Games success as part of something bigger than her own performances. Well, of course, I think as a player and as a team, well just try to bring more and more trophies to grow Indian womens cricket, she said. And I know when we won the ODI trophy, we lifted it. After that, Im pretty sure that Indian womens cricket has grown a lot. And there were a lot of setbacks. And I think well try not to have those setbacks and make our nation proud. Her experience in Japan also left an impression beyond the cricket field. And talking about the Asian Games, when we went to Japan, we didnt even think how good the facilities would be. But the way Japan associated us, the way they gave us the ground stuff, so its really praise for them. And just seeing the seriousness in Indian womens cricket, so thats a very happy thing for us. And its more of a motivating thing to do the good things for our nation, to do the good things for our team. So I think its just a praise moment and a very motivating thing. That seriousness is reflected in a career that had already produced several landmarks before her latest run of success. Shafali became the youngest player ever to score 1,000 runs in T20Is and climbed to the top spot in the women's T20I batting rankings. She led India to victory at the first Womens Under-19 T20 World Cup in 2023. The following year, she showed yet another aspect of her abilities by scoring an amazing 205 against South Africa in a Test match. Now, having gone through the letdown of being left out, the pleasure of winning the World Cup and the excitement of securing a gold medal at the Asian Games, Shafali is looking past his individual achievements.
Delhi Traffic Police issues record 44,484 challans to private buses amid rising safety concerns
Between January 1 and September 24, 2026, Delhi Traffic Police issued 44,484 on-the-spot challans to private buses. This represents a 22% increase from the previous year when 36,452 challans were issued. The situation has raised concerns following a deadly fire involving a private bus. The bus in the incident had a significant number of fines and compliance issues. Authorities are now investigating the fire and related safety standards.
JSW One Platforms' promoters face 340 tax matters and 3 criminal proceedings, shows DRHP
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 26 (IANS) JSW One Platforms' draft red herring prospectus (DRHP) showed that the company is involved in five tax-related matters, while its promoters are facing 340 tax matters and three criminal proceedings, with litigation involving promoters amounting to over Rs 138.9 billion. As per the filing, there are five tax-related matters pending against JSW One Platforms involving an aggregate amount of Rs 95.71 million. The company said there are no criminal proceedings pending either against or by the company. The document further disclosed that the company's subsidiaries are involved in one criminal proceeding and four tax matters against them, involving an aggregate amount of Rs 18.29 million. Three criminal proceedings have also been initiated by subsidiaries, according to the filing. The DRHP showed that the company's directors are facing three actions by statutory or regulatory authorities, though no criminal proceedings or tax matters have been reported against them. The largest litigation exposure relates to the promoters. According to the filing, promoters are involved in three criminal proceedings, 340 tax matters, 36 actions by statutory or regulatory authorities, six disciplinary actions by SEBI or stock exchanges in the last five fiscal years, and 11 other material litigation matters. The aggregate amount involved in proceedings against promoters stands at approximately Rs 138.95 billion. The filing also disclosed 210 proceedings initiated by promoters involving an aggregate amount of about Rs 78.28 billion, along with nine other material litigation matters. JSW One Platforms stated that none of its group companies are currently involved in proceedings that would have a material adverse impact on the company. However, it noted that the name of one group company acquired through the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC) process continues to appear in databases of defaulters and wilful defaulters maintained by credit information agencies and investor watchlists. The company said these defaults related to the period before the acquisition by the JSW Group and that the entity has since obtained no-dues certificates from relevant banks. It added that requests have been made to remove the company's name from the defaulter and wilful defaulter categories. According to the draft papers, JSW Steel plans to sell shares worth up to Rs 811 crore through the OFS, while JSW Cement will offload shares worth up to Rs 123 crore. Existing investor Mitsui & Co will sell shares valued at up to Rs 820.01 crore. The DRHP noted that the company, its subsidiaries, promoters and directors are involved in certain legal proceedings and cautioned that any adverse ruling could result in liabilities, penalties and reputational risks, which may adversely affect business operations and cash flows.
EC-SIR row brings oppn on same page; INDIA bloc to hold meeting on Sept 30
In New Delhi on September 30, the INDIA bloc's opposition parties are set to meet, focusing on critical electoral matters. The discussions will center on how to collectively address changes to the electoral rolls mandated by the Election Commission. Prominent entities like the Congress and Trinamool Congress have raised alarms over Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar's strategies.
Delhi EWS Admissions 2026: Final Draw Lottery Results Released for Nursery, KG, Class 1
The Directorate of Education (DoE), Government of Delhi has released the final computerised draw results for EWS, DG and CWSN admissions 2026-27. Parents and guardians who applied for entry-level admissions can check the final school allotment lists through the official Delhi
