Dipke Claims Police Pressure On CJP Activists
Speaking in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Dipke claimed that the Chandrapur police had served notices to CJP activists, asking them not to participate in the October 10 agitation at Jantar Mantar in Delhi and questioning them about the source of funds for their travel expenses.
TG Govt Identifies 320 Mandals As 'Drought-Hit'
Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy was expected to visit Delhi to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi: Reports
Rahul Gandhi, other Congress leaders released by Delhi Police after detention
Rahul Gandhi, along with numerous Congress leaders, found themselves detained after an eight-hour sit-in protest at Akashvani Bhawan, where they demanded the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar due to accusations of vote theft. The protest shifted to New Police Line, Kingsway Camp as Congress workers continued their demonstration.
Shatabdi Express Wheel Skid: Why has Railway Board ordered a probe into wet-track braking
The Railway Board has asked RDSO to investigate a WAP-5 locomotive wheel skid on wet rails during emergency braking by a New Delhi-Chandigarh Shatabdi, and review track fencing after cattle incursion.
Tremors felt across Delhi-NCR as 4.9-magnitude quake hits Uttarakhands Chamoli
According to the National Centre for Seismology the epicentre was located at a depth of 13 km in Chamoli.
Tanker Attacked In Strait Of Hormuz With 17 Indians Aboard; New Delhi Sounds Alarm | WATCH
India has condemned an attack on a commercial tanker in the Strait of Hormuz after 11 Indian sailors were injured when a projectile struck the Panama-flagged MT On Peace off Oman. Twelve crew members were injured overall. Indias Ministry of External Affairs says 17 of the 19 people aboard were Indian nationals. The injured sailors were evacuated with assistance from Omani authorities and are receiving medical treatment in Khasab. New Delhi thanked Oman for its help while calling the continuing attacks on commercial shipping a matter of deep concern. India also called for an immediate end to attacks on commercial vessels and warned against seafarers and civilian infrastructure being caught in regional hostilities. The incident underscores Indias direct exposure to instability around the Strait of Hormuz. The strategic waterway carries major global energy flows, while Indian seafarers form an important part of the workforce aboard commercial vessels navigating the increasingly dangerous maritime corridor.
CPCB backs CAQMs Rs 61.9-crore fine on 6 thermal plants over biomass co-firing
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Rahul's AIR sit-in marks a sharper turn in Oppn's poll battle
Rahul Gandhi led a significant opposition protest in New Delhi, attempting to march to the Election Commission office to allege vote chori and demand the CEC's resignation. The protest resulted in a lockdown of Parliament Street, a standoff at the All India Radio premises, and detentions of several opposition MPs, drawing strong reactions from the ruling BJP.
4.9-magnitude earthquake hits Uttarakhands Chamoli, tremors felt in Delhi
The National Center for Seismology said the quake struck at 10:23 pm, with its epicentre located 13 km deep
MCD steps up measures to control winter pollution
Metro work triggers long queues around Chirag Dilli
SC asks Delhi govt to give details of hospitals bound by land clause to give free EWS treatment
No Checking, No Cops. Why Are Police Barricades Still On Delhi Roads?
Unusual: Poll Body On Why It Rejected Congress' Meeting Proposal
The Commission said the Delhi Police later informed it that a delegation of MPs led by Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi wished to meet the poll panel and submit a memorandum.
INDIA bloc stir: Rahul, Priyanka Gandhi detained from Akashwani Bhavan after over 9 hours of sit-in
Rahul Gandhi was taken into custody by Delhi Police on Tuesday evening during the Opposition's demonstration targeting Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar at Akashvani Bhawan premises. The detention came after nearly nine hours of a sit-in protest by the Congress leader
Earthquake Shakes Uttarakhand, Felt in Delhi-NCR
A 4.9 magnitude earthquake struck Uttarakhand, causing panic in several districts, including Delhi-NCR, on October 6. Earthquake Shakes Uttarakhand, Felt in Delhi-NCR
Gold of 99.9 percent purity fell by Rs 200 to Rs 1,49,600 per 10 grams, according to local traders. The yellow metal had closed at Rs 1,49,800 per 10 grams in the previous session.
City-wide low-emission zone for Delhi realistic near-term goal: CAQM official
ECI says Opposition MPs Parliament Annexe meet demand could not be accepted
Poll panel says protocol requires meetings with politicaldelegations to be held at its premises; offers to receive memorandum through senior-most officer on duty
Man arrested for throwing acid at 24-year-old woman in Delhis Jafrabad
Earthquake tremors were felt in Delhi and its adjoining areas on Tuesday night, with people taking to social media to share their experiences.
Earthquake Tremors Felt In Delhi, Adjoining Areas
People on social media reported feeling tremors.
Delhi-NCR Shaken by Earthquake, Tremors Also Felt in Uttarakhand
Earthquake tremors were felt across several parts of Delhi-NCR on Monday night. Tremors were also reported in parts of Uttarakhand. The magnitude, epicentre and depth of the earthquake are not known yet. Further details are awaited from the authorities.
Delhi AQI hits 179: Dwarka records Very Poor at 305, 11 stations in Poor category
4.9-magnitude earthquake hits Uttarakhand's Chamoli, tremors felt in Delhi-NCR
Earthquake tremors felt in Delhi-NCR
Home Ministry moves out 3 of 5 officers from division hit by bribery allegations
Action comes days after two government officials were apprehended by the Delhi Police for allegedly seeking bribes to process registrations under the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act
Earthquake Today: Tremors Felt In Delhi, Adjoining Areas
Earthquake tremors were felt in Delhi and its adjoining areas on Tuesday night with people taking to social media to share their experiences.
Delhi CM, L-G launch initiatives to strengthen health care
Delhi-NCR feels earthquake tremors as 4.9-magnitude quake hits Uttarakhand
A magnitude 4.9 earthquake struck Uttarakhand's Chamoli district on Tuesday night, with tremors felt across Delhi-NCR, while Assam's Nagaon district recorded a separate magnitude 4.5 quake earlier in the day.
The protest that wouldnt end: Inside Rahul Gandhis daylong siege of Akashvani Bhawan
After police appeared to have broken up the Oppositions march against the Election Commission of India, Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi improvised by turning the All India Radio campus in the national capital into the unlikely centre of an all-day sit-in that lasted well past sunset
Former Gujarat CM Shankersinh Vaghela Questions Election Commissions Impartiality Amid Protests
Shankersinh Vaghela criticizes the Election Commission as opposition protests against the voter list revision escalate in New Delhi. Former Gujarat CM Shankersinh Vaghela Questions Election Commissions Impartiality Amid Protests
ECI Clarifies No Appointment Sought Before 4 PM, Rejects 240-MP Meeting
The Election Commission of India on Tuesday clarified that no political party had sought an appointment to meet the Commission before 4 pm, even as a march by certain parties toward its offices generated media reports of a planned interaction. The statement came after Delhi Police informed the Commission around 4 pm that a delegation [] The post ECI Clarifies No Appointment Sought Before 4 PM, Rejects 240-MP Meeting appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Over 260 individuals, including 10 Members of Parliament and top Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi, were detained by the Delhi Police on Tuesday following a high-voltage protest march organized by the INDIA bloc toward the Election Commission of India (ECI) headquarters. The opposition alliance was protesting against the functioning of the Election Commission [] The post ECI March High-Drama: Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi Among 260 Detained in Delhi Protests After 8-Hour Akashvani Bhawan Sit-In appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Thiruvananthapuram/New Delhi, Oct 6 (PTI) Keralam Chief Minister V D Satheesan on Tuesday reacted strongly to the detention of Congress leader Rahul Gandhi by Delhi Police, saying the Congress would lead the fight for the country and the INDIA bloc would emerge victorious. No era will pass without being held accountableThe Congress will lead this fight for the country, and the INDIA bloc will emerge victorious, Satheesan, who is in New Delhi, said in a Facebook post. He shared a video of Gandhi being forcibly removed by the Delhi Police from the protest venue, where he was seeking the removal
Delhi: 263-crore drain approved to tackle waterlogging in four constituencies
MOSPI floats paper on expanding coverage of Index of Services Production
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 6 (IANS) The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MOSPI) said on Tuesday that it plans to expand the scope of the newly launched Index of Services Production (ISP). The ministry has published an Approach paper on Expanding the scope and coverage for the Index of Services Production to expand the coverage of the earlier ISP, which covers 19 broad service sub-sectors, relying on high-frequency administrative data sources and data on outward supplies from GST. These collectively accounted for approximately 60 per cent of services-sector GVA. However, core government tasks, non-market activities, and GST-exempt services are excluded from the present framework. To bridge these gaps, the approach paper has been published to build a truly comprehensive Index of Services Sector, the MOSPI said. The approach paper details methodologies to onboard three major service areas that were previously left out: Education, Human Health & Residential Care, and Public Administration & Defence. Together, these three vital sectors represent nearly 21 per cent of services GVA for the 202425 period. By successfully incorporating them, the MoSPI will elevate the total coverage of the monthly ISP to approximately 78.4 per cent of the entire services-sector GVA. This expanded framework will enable aggregation of the sub-sectoral indices into a unified, all-encompassing Index of Services Production that provides a representative reflection of short-term movements of India's services sector. The MoSPI has invited views and comments from experts, academicians, central government ministries, state governments, financial institutions and other stakeholders on the proposed methodology. The Approach Paper is available on the MoSPIs website www.mospi.gov.in. Comments and suggestions may be sent to the email address: ddgec.esd@mospi.gov.in by October 16. The services sector has firmly established itself as the primary engine of India's economic growth, driving more than half of the national Gross Value Added (GVA). To monitor this vital performance accurately, MoSPI initiated a monthly compilation of the ISP for the formal sector with 202425 as the base year, on a trial basis in July 2026. The initial framework tracks 19 broad service sub-sectorsrelying on high-frequency administrative data sources and data on outward supplies from GST, which collectively accounted for approximately 60 per cent of services-sector GVA. However, core government tasks, non-market activities and GST-exempt services are excluded from the present framework.
Mandhana to lead as BCCI announces squads for Zimbabwe series
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 6 (IANS) The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Tuesday announced Indias squads for the upcoming T20I and ODI series against Zimbabwe, with Smriti Mandhana set to lead the womens team as full-time captain for the first time. Mandhanas appointment as captain was announced by the BCCI earlier on Tuesday after Harmanpreet Kaur stepped down from the leadership role across formats. Mandhana, who has previously led India in 18 T20Is and four ODIs, will now begin her full-time tenure with the Zimbabwe series. Opener Shafali Verma has been named vice-captain for the three-match T20I series, while all-rounder Deepti Sharma will serve as Mandhanas deputy in the ODI format. Harmanpreet remains part of both squads. The T20I squad includes maiden call-ups for Niki Prasad and Jintimani Kalita, while Anushka Sharma, Minnu Mani and Prema Rawat have returned to the setup after missing out in the recent assignments. Niki has been part of Indias A setup and impressed in domestic cricket, while Jintimani has also featured for India A. Both were part of the India A group that faced England A earlier this year. Prema, a leg-spinner, has also represented India at the international level and was brought into the T20 World Cup squad earlier this year after Shreyanka Patil was ruled out with injury. However, she didn't get many chances after the tournament. Prema had previously impressed for India A, including an eight-wicket haul in five matches during Indias victorious Womens Asia Cup Rising Stars campaign. The series will be Indias first assignment after their womens cricket team retained the Asian Games gold medal in Aichi-Nagoya. India had entered the Games as defending champions, having won the womens cricket gold at the 2022 Asian Games in Hangzhou. Compared to the T20I squad that was part of Indias gold-medal-winning campaign, there are five changes. Niki, Anushka, Jintimani, Prema and Minnu have come into the squad, replacing Bharti Fulmali, Pratika Rawal, Renuka Thakur, Radha Yadav and Shreyanka Patil. For the ODI series, Tejal Hasabnis and Sayali Satghare have been recalled. The duo was part of India. A side that toured England earlier this year, with Hasabnis scoring an unbeaten 57 in a one-day match against England A. Mandhanas appointment also marks the beginning of a new leadership phase for Indian womens cricket. The left-handed opener has been part of the national team since 2013 and has led Royal Challengers Bengaluru to Womens Premier League titles in 2024 and 2026. India will play the three T20Is in Raipur on October 16, 18 and 20, followed by three ODIs in Vadodara on October 23, 25 and 28. Squads: Indias T20I Squad: Smriti Mandhana [C], Shafali Verma [VC], Niki Prasad, Harmanpreet Kaur, Anushka Sharma, Richa Ghosh [WK], G Kamalini [WK], Deepti Sharma, Prema Rawat, Sree Charani, Nandni Sharma, Kranti Gaud, Arundhati Reddy, Jintimani Kalita, Minnu Mani India's ODI Squad: Smriti Mandhana [C], Shafali Verma, Pratika Rawal, Harmanpreet Kaur, Harleen Deol, Tejal Hasabnis, Deepti Sharma [VC], Richa Ghosh [WK], Yastika Bhatia [WK], Vaishnavi Sharma, Nandni Sharma, Sree Charani, Kranti Gaud, Sayali Satghare, Renuka Thakur.
'No Party Sought Meeting Till 4 PM': EC Responds To INDIA Bloc Protest Against CEC
The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Tuesday said that no political party had formally sought a meeting with the poll panel before 4 pm, even as Opposition MPs led by Rahul Gandhi protested in New Delhi against Chief Election Commissioner
Andhra Pradesh Police arrest two, including Naval employee, for spying for Pakistan
Digital Desk | Vijayawada, Oct 6 (IANS) The Andhra Pradesh Counter Intelligence Cell has arrested two persons, including a Naval employee, for allegedly sharing sensitive information about Naval and defence establishments with Pakistan-based intelligence operatives. Annam Sai Varaprasad, a civilian contract driver engaged for Naval officers, was arrested in Visakhapatnam, while Pradeep Mukherjee, a Naval employee at the Visakhapatnam Naval base, was arrested in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. The AP Counter Intelligence Cell made the arrests after launching a coordinated operation on October 1 against an alleged espionage module involving 18 suspects, including 13 Naval personnel. Code-named Operation Firewall2026, the operation involved 12 Counter Intelligence teams deployed across 10 states and union territory -- Andhra Pradesh, Kerala, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Gujarat, Goa, Delhi, Tamil Nadu, Chhattisgarh and Bihar. The Counter Intelligence Cell said in a statement on Tuesday that it received credible information that certain people in India were allegedly in direct contact with Pakistan Intelligence Operatives (PIOs) and their suspected involvement in an espionage conspiracy prejudicial to national security. The suspects were allegedly collecting and sharing the sensitive/classified information relating to defence establishments and strategic locations in Visakhapatnam and other parts of the country was collected and shared through encrypted communication channels. The Counter Intelligence Police Station in Vijayawada registered a case on September 2 under Sections 61(2), 147 and 148 read with Section 3(5) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, Sections 17 and 18 of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967, and Section 3 of the Official Secrets Act, 1923. Counter Intelligence teams worked in coordination with the concerned state Anti-Terrorism Squads, Naval officials and local police. They examined the alleged involvement of the 18 suspects and seized electronic gadgets following legal procedures. Two of the suspects were arrested after their role was established prima facie in this case, while investigation into the remaining suspects is continuing. Annam Sai Varaprasad, a civilian contract driver engaged for Naval officers, was arrested for his involvement in sharing sensitive/classified information relating to Naval/Defence establishments with a Pakistan-based intelligence operative and received money in connection with it. He was sent to judicial remand until October 14 and is currently lodged in District Jail, Visakhapatnam. Pradeep Mukherjee, a Naval employee at the Visakhapatnam Naval base, allegedly shared an OTP to activate a WhatsApp account used by a PIO, communicated with PIOs and shared sensitive information relating to Naval and defence establishments. After obtaining a transit warrant from a local court in Coimbatore, the Counter Intelligence Cell produced Mukherjee before the jurisdictional court in Vijayawada. He was sent to judicial custody until October 14 and is currently lodged in District Jail, Vijayawada. The Counter Intelligence Cell said the investigation into the remaining suspects was continuing and that further details would be disclosed at an appropriate time, keeping in view the requirements of the investigation and national security.
No political party formally sought appointment through authorised representatives till 4 pm, says EC
Soon after Rahul Gandhi and other Opposition leaders were detained by Delhi Police, the Election Commission on Tuesday issued a statement and said no political party sought an appointment through its authorised representatives for a meeting with it till 4 pm. The EC said the Delhi Police later informed it that a delegation of MPs led by Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi wished to meet the poll panel and submit a memorandum.
CEC protests | Delhi Police manhandle Congress leader K. C. Venugopal
Delhi HC stays FSSAI order against PepsiCo, Monster; allows sale of existing
The Delhi High Court on Tuesday stayed the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) order against PepsiCo and Monster Beverages over the use of the
Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi Detained After 8-Hour Sit-In Over SIR, CEC Resignation Demand
New Delhi, October 6 (Udaipur Kiran): Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra were detained by Delhi Police on Tuesday after sitting in protest for more than eight hours at the Akashvani Bhavan complex. Around 250 people detained along with them were being taken to the Kingsway Camp Police Station. The protest was held ... Read more Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi Detained After 8-Hour Sit-In Over SIR, CEC Resignation Demand
Rahul, Priyanka among 260 detained during INDIA bloc march to ECI in Delhi
10 MPs among those detained after protesters breach police barricades; Gandhi siblings later removed from Akashvani Bhawan sit-in
Rahul, Priyanka among around 250 detained after 8-hour sit-in at Akashvani Bhawan
New Delhi, Oct 6 (PTI) Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra were among the around 250 people detained by Delhi Police on Tuesday night following an over eight-hour sit-in protest inside the Akashvani Bhawan premises, after they were stopped from marching towards the Election Commissions office here. Around 50 MPs were among detainees, according to police sources. The detainees were being taken to New Police Lines at Kingsway Camp. Police forcibly removed Rahul Gandhi, along with Congress MPs and leaders including K C Venugopal, Pawan Khera, K Suresh, Amarinder Singh Raja Warring and Imran Pratapgarhi, as the Akashvani
Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit Appointed as India
New Delhi, October 6 (Udaipur Kiran): The Central Government has appointed Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit as the next Chief of the Air Staff. Currently serving as Vice Chief of the Air Staff, Dixit will take charge as the 29th Chief of the Air Staff in the rank of Air Chief Marshal from the afternoon of ... Read more Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit Appointed as Indias 29th Chief of Air Staff
Relief for Monster Energy, PepsiCo in FSSAI energy drink case
Delhi High Court has granted a stay on the Food Safety and Standards Authority of Indias orders related to energy drinks. The court found that FSSAI's orders lacked proper procedures including the issuance of show-cause notices. Both Monster Energy India and PepsiCo India Holdings argued that not following due process would lead to significant financial losses.
Maharashtra CM Fadnavis Criticizes Rahul Gandhis Protests in Delhi
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis criticizes Rahul Gandhi for protests in Delhi, accusing Congress of undermining constitutional institutions. Maharashtra CM Fadnavis Criticizes Rahul Gandhis Protests in Delhi
Delhi airport plans a 3,500 crore driverless transit system by 2030 to connect T1, T2, T3, Aerocity and the cargo terminal.
How India-UK economic ties can expand at regional level
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 6 (IANS) The visit of a business delegation from the north of England to India offers an opportunity to shift the focus of bilateral economic engagement between the two nations from London to regional industries, universities and emerging centres of innovation, according to a media report. The delegation, operating under the Great North banner, brings together representatives from Liverpool City Region, West Yorkshire, South Yorkshire, York and North Yorkshire, the North East, Cheshire and Warrington, according to the report on the Khalsa Vox news website. Indias economic relationship with Britain need not be limited to attracting investment from London-based corporations or securing access to the British consumer market. Its companies can also benefit from establishing direct relationships with regional industrial clusters, universities and local administrations, it observed. For the United Kingdom, the initiative also addresses a longstanding domestic challenge: ensuring that the benefits of international trade extend beyond London and the South East. Northern England possesses substantial strengths in advanced manufacturing, engineering, technology, higher education, clean energy, and creative industries. Yet international perceptions of Britains economy often remain disproportionately associated with its capital. The India mission offers an opportunity to challenge that imbalance by positioning northern cities and industrial clusters as destinations for Indian investment and collaboration. This approach is particularly relevant for Indian states seeking to strengthen exports, attract technology partnerships and diversify international investment. Punjab and Haryana provide an instructive example. Earlier Northern Powerhouse initiatives included engagement with Punjab, Karnataka, and Delhi. British diplomatic representatives in Chandigarh subsequently highlighted progress in education, skills development and exchanges involving students and businesses. A stakeholder consultation organised by Indias Ministry of Commerce and Industry in Chandigarh in June highlighted opportunities arising from Indias expanding network of free trade agreements. Among the sectors identified as having export potential for Punjab and Haryana were textiles, apparel, engineering goods, agriculture, food processing, pharmaceuticals and chemicals. Several of these industries align with the capabilities and commercial interests of northern England. For example, Punjabs manufacturing enterprises could explore partnerships involving specialised engineering, industrial technology and advanced production systems. Textile businesses could examine opportunities for technology transfer, product development and access to new distribution networks. Universities and technical institutions could collaborate on vocational education, research and industry-oriented skills programmes. Clean energy and sustainable industrial development offer another promising area of cooperation, particularly as businesses in both countries respond to changing environmental requirements and the transition towards lower-carbon production, the article added.
Rahul, Priyanka detained after 8-hour sit-in against CEC
Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, along with approximately 250 others including 50 MPs, were detained by Delhi Police after an eight-hour sit-in protest at Akashvani Bhawan. They were attempting to march to the Election Commission's office to protest alleged vote chori and irregularities in electoral rolls.
Humiliation, torn clothes and badges: Delhi women cops allege assault at protest sites
Jamia Millia Islamia, Delhi Police organise cyber safety programme
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 6 (IANS) The Cyber Club of Jamia Millia Islamia (JMI) in association with Delhi Police, organised a cyber safety and awareness programme to address existing and emerging concerns related to digital arrests and deepfakes, an official said on Tuesday. The programme, titled Beyond the Screen: Cyber Fraud, Digital Harassment and Deepfakes in the AI Era, was organised on October 1 under the aegis of the Office of the Dean Students' Welfare, JMI Chief Public Relations Officer Saima Saeed said in a statement. Joint Commissioner of Police (Southern Range), Vijay Kumar, was the Chief Guest at the occasion, and the keynote address was delivered by Assidstant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Manoj Kumar, who also serves as an external member of the JMI Cyber Club, the statement said. The programme was also attended by Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Licensing Aishwarya Sharma and JMI Registrar Md. Mahtab Alam Rizvi. The proceedings were presided over by Vice-Chancellor Mazhar Asif. Vice-Chancellor Mazhar Asif, in his presidential address, said that individuals who engage in financial crimes within the cyber realm exploit the greed of their victims and that it is important to remain guarded and educated. He stressed that the presence of high-ranking officials among the university community was inspirational in itself and sent a strong message of awareness and education. He exhorted the students to be careful in their use of technologies such as mobile phones and not let these technologies control them. Neelofer Afzal, JMI Dean Students' Welfare and Advisor of the Cyber Club, hailed knowledge as the greatest source of empowerment but also drew the attention of the audience to the darkness of deception, which could be countered through responsible use of technology and AI. Her three-step rule while interacting with the cyber world pause before you click, verify before you believe and speak up if something goes wrong -- set the tone for the event. DCP Aishwarya Sharma discussed three important ways in which the digital trust of users is exploited by fraudsters, namely cyber fraud, digital harassment, and deepfakes. She cautioned the audience to be careful about leaving digital footprints, as once created, they are difficult to remove. Her colleague elaborated on some important aspects that need to be taken care of in order to remain cyber-safe. She emphasised the importance of guarding against being overwhelmed by feelings of fear and anxiety. She also elaborated on some of the common ways used by scammers to dupe innocent civilians, such as digital arrest, financial cyber fraud, deepfakes, password hacking, cyberbullying, and identity theft. ACP Manoj Kumar talked about common AI-enabled threats brought about by increasing digital penetration. In particular, he talked about digital slavery as a cause for urgent concern. He offered some useful and practical preventive measures to stay safe, such as keeping mobile software updated, preserving evidence in case of fraud and calling '1930' for immediate reporting and intervention. He warned the attendees to remain alert and aware and to educate themselves, as claiming innocence cannot grant immunity from the law. He told the attendees about important initiatives for promoting cyber well-being, such as Sanchar Saathi, M-Kavach 2, and Digi Kavach, explaining the dangerous repercussions of visiting dubious websites and downloading malware, such as APK files.
BJP manipulates the system through Election Commission: Akhilesh Yadav
Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav on Tuesday launched a sharp attack on the Election Commission of India (ECI) and the BJP, alleging that the poll panel was not functioning impartially and accusing the ruling party of defending the Commission because it manipulates the system through them. Yadav's remarks came after he participated in the INDIA bloc's march towards the Election Commission headquarters in New Delhi earlier in the day. The Opposition MPs were stopped by barricades from entering Nirvachan Sadan, following which several leaders, including Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi, Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra and Congress general secretary KC Venugopal, staged a sit-in at the nearby Akashvani Bhavan, around 100 metres from the poll panel's office. Speaking to reporters, Yadav said, The Election Commission ought to function impartially. Its duty is to facilitate voter registration and maintain an infrastructure that ensures the general public faces...
SME Growth Fund is a big boost for MSME sector: PM Modi
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 6 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Tuesday that the Cabinets approval for the Rs 10,000 crore SME Growth Fund is a big boost for the MSME sector and represents a major step towards creating the next generation of Indian business leaders. The fund offers the platform for SMEs to scale up, adopt advanced technologies, expand manufacturing, enter global markets and integrate with global value chains, PM Modi said in a post on X. Most of the allocation from the fund will be made towards small and medium manufacturing-focused enterprises. The fund will also consider SMEs operating in industrial clusters in Tier II and Tier III cities. By providing long-term capital, the initiative will enable Indian SMEs to scale operations, invest in technology and manufacturing capacity, expand into international markets, integrate into global value chains, and undertake strategic investments. The government expects the Fund to accelerate the emergence of a strong pipeline of Indian companies with the scale, innovation capability, and competitiveness required to become champions in their respective sectors, according to an official statement. SMEs constitute the backbone of the Indian economy, contributing significantly to employment generation, exports, manufacturing output, and innovation. While various initiatives have enhanced access to credit for SMEs, a gap remains in the availability of long-term risk capital required by enterprises seeking to scale, innovate, expand internationally, adopt advanced technologies, undertake acquisitions, and transform into industry leaders. The SME Growth Fund is designed to address this critical financing gap by providing patient growth equity capital to high-potential SMEs with demonstrated business viability and scalability, the statement explained. Under the initiative, the Government of India will provide an aggregate commitment of Rs10,000 crore to the Alternative Investment Fund (AIF) established under the SME Growth Fund framework. By enabling manufacturing enterprises to expand capacity, adopt advanced technologies and achieve greater scale, the SGF is expected to improve scale, productivity, and strengthen export competitiveness. Investments across industrial clusters, including those in Tier-II and Tier-III cities, will support balanced regional industrial development, reinforce local supply chains and generate high-quality employment opportunities.
Keralam BJP President Rajeev Chandrasekhar on Tuesday hit out at Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi over the INDIA bloc's protest march to the Election Commission, questioning why the Congress leader was keen to create chaos and anarchy. Speaking to reporters, Chandrasekhar said disputes concerning the Chief Election Commissioner should be resolved through established legal and judicial mechanisms and not through street protests. Chandrasekhar's remarks came as INDIA bloc MPs staged a sit-in at Akashvani Bhavan in New Delhi after being stopped by barricades while marching towards Nirvachan Sadan, the headquarters of the Election Commission of India, to raise concerns over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. There is a standard toolkit now in the Congress party which is blindly followed by parties which have no other options like the CPM, which is to try and create a narrative and use that narrative to bring mobs and crowds onto the Jantar Mantar...
Congress, AAP, Left to march to Delhi CEO's office tomorrow
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 6 (IANS) The Congress, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), and Left parties are scheduled to stage a protest march to the Delhi Chief Electoral Officer's (CEO) office tomorrow at 1 p.m., according to party sources. AAP and the Left-wing parties will join the Congress in the ongoing street protest against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over the alleged irregularities in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, with the joint march planned to proceed toward the CEO's office at Kashmere Gate, NDTV reported. Earlier on Tuesday, the INDIA bloc MPs launched a protest march towards the Election Commission of India (ECI) headquarters in New Delhi, demanding the resignation of the CEC. However, the opposition leaders were stopped by security personnel midway. Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi climbed police barricades and waved the tricolour as the security personnel stopped the INDIA bloc MPs from marching towards the Election Commission of India (ECI) headquarters. LoP Gandhi, along with his sister and Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, were briefly detained by the police, TV channels reported. Speaking to reporters, Rahul Gandhi said around 300 MPs from both Houses of Parliament were stopped from meeting the Election Commission. He alleged that the MPs wanted to meet CEC Gyanesh Kumar and his two colleagues but were prevented from proceeding towards the Election Commission's office. The INDIA bloc leaders, including the Gandhis, then staged a sit-in at the Akashvani Bhavan, from where they were removed by police and detained on Tuesday night. The AAP and the DMK had stayed away from the INDIA bloc's protest on Tuesday. Last week, the Aam Aadmi Party and several left-wing student organisations, including SFI and AISA, staged a protest against the CEC at Jantar Mantar, with several being detained by the police. Meanwhile, the BJP has hit out at the Opposition's protest, with Union Minister Kiren Rijiju referring to it as drama. He urged the Congress and other opposition parties to stop their drama and selflessly serve the people if they wished to receive a mandate.
Arunachal: Rupa To Get 500-Bed Medical City With Medical, Nursing Colleges
A detailed survey of proposed sites for the Medical City at Rupa in West Kameng district was conducted on Tuesday. Kalaktang MLA Tseten Chombay, along with a visiting team from Delhi, Deputy Commissioner Bomdila, NHM team Itanagar, ADC Rupa, ZPM Rupa, representatives of Tukpen Village Council and the executing agency, undertook the site survey. The... The post Arunachal: Rupa To Get 500-Bed Medical City With Medical, Nursing Colleges first appeared on Northeast Today .
High-level meeting on textiles industry stresses on integrated value chain to spur growth
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 6 (IANS) The Development Council for Textile Industry (DCTI), at its first meeting held here, on Tuesday, underlined the need for a coordinated, whole-of-value-chain approach towards production, innovation, and global market access for Indias textile sector. Textiles Secretary Neelam Shami Rao, as the Chairperson of the meeting, highlighted that the textiles and apparel sector continues to be among the largest employment generators and export earners for the country. The deliberations at the meeting focused on capacity addition, modernisation, scale, and cost competitiveness across the fibre, yarn, fabric, processing, and apparel segments, with emphasis on addressing gaps across the value chain in the textiles industry. Strengthening industryresearch linkages, fostering innovation in new-age fibres and technical textiles, and facilitating faster commercialisation of R&D through Research associations and institutions was also taken up for discussion. Besides, the meeting emphasised diversification of products and markets, leveraging trade agreements, and addressing quality, compliance and logistics-related constraints faced by exporters. Ensuring stable and competitive availability of cotton, man-made fibres, yarn, dyes and chemicals, supported by effective market intelligence and promoting ease of doing business, strengthening support for MSMEs, workforce skilling, and adoption of sustainable and circular practices were other areas that were taken up for discussion. Members shared sector-specific suggestions on these themes and welcomed the institutionalised industry-government interface provided by the Council. The Council agreed to constitute working groups on priority themes and to meet at regular intervals to review progress. Its recommendations will inform the Ministrys policy and programme interventions and are aimed at higher domestic production, improved productivity and a more integrated, scale-oriented value chain. It agreed on promoting faster translation of research into industry practice, including in the areas of technical textiles and new-age fibres; sustained growth in textile and apparel exports through wider market and product diversification; and greater investment, employment generation and a stronger and more sustainable domestic ecosystem. The Council, constituted as the apex consultative platform of Government, industry and stakeholders, convened to deliberate upon its mandate of advising the government on the orderly growth and development of the textile industry. The meeting was attended by senior officers of the Ministry, representatives of industry associations, export promotion councils, research associations, state governments, and sector experts. The Chair thanked the members for their valuable inputs and reiterated the governments commitment towards a collaborative and industry-facing approach for the sustained growth of the sector.
Chabahar-Zahedan railway part of broader vision for developing regional connectivity: Iranian envoy
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 6 (IANS) Iran's Ambassador to India, Mohammad Fathali, on Tuesday said that the Chabahar-Zahedan railway was part of a broader vision for developing regional connectivity and could give India access to Afghanistan, Central Asia and wider trade routes in the region, with the line expected to become operational in the near future. The Chabahar-Zahedan railway is not merely a transport project for Iran and India. It is part of a broader vision for developing regional connectivity. As has been announced, rail-laying on this line is complete and the final stages of making it operational are under way. Provided the necessary conditions are in place, we expect the route to become operational in the near future, Fathali told IANS in an exclusive interview. The envoy said the line's value lay in connecting Chabahar beyond Zahedan. The railway's significance goes beyond connecting Chabahar to Zahedan. It can link Chabahar to Iran's rail network and, through it, to Afghanistan, Central Asia and wider trade routes, facilitating India's access to these markets, he said. For this reason, we regard the project as one of the important infrastructure initiatives for economic and transit cooperation between India, Iran and the region, and for strengthening regional connectivity corridors. If this capacity is fully activated, it can play an important role in creating a reliable, sustainable and transformative trade route among India, Iran, Afghanistan and Central Asia, the Ambassador added. Asked about progress on matters of mutual cooperation after the meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian that took place on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit last month, Fathali said the Iranian President had acted on it immediately. From the very first days after these discussions, President Pezeshkian issued the necessary instructions to the relevant ministries and authorities, and the matters agreed during the meeting are being pursued seriously by the relevant institutions. Various issues are on the agenda in Iran-India relations. Implementing the agreements properly and turning them into practical results requires time and sustained follow-up, he said. The envoy expressed hope that the process would soon produce results that benefit people in both countries. We hope that, by continuing this process and through close cooperation between the relevant institutions of the two countries, we will soon see tangible results from these discussions and agreements, and that the people of both countries will benefit, Fathali said. Iran is committed to further developing and deepening relations with India across various fields. We believe the existing capacities between the two countries provide a basis for broader and more productive cooperation, he added.
Delhi protests: Video message highlights 'misbehaviour, assaults' faced by female cops
The remarks come amid ongoing protests in the New Delhi district, including demonstrations involving the Cockroach Janta Party, student organisations and Congress-led opposition parties near Parliament. Delhi Police has deployed personnel in large numbers to manage the gatherings and prevent any escalation.
Dhappa: Rahul Gandhi Dodges Police, Pulls Off Akashvani Bhawan Surprise With Priyanka
The INDIA blocs protest march from Parliament to the Election Commission headquarters took an unexpected turn when Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra changed course and entered the nearby Akashvani Bhawan premises. The march was planned to demand Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumars resignation over alleged irregularities in the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. With central Delhi heavily barricaded and police and paramilitary personnel deployed, several Opposition MPs were detained and moved into buses. Rahul and Priyanka instead sat under a tree near Gate No. 4. Congress leaders later joined the protest, while some climbed the boundary wall. Congress also shared a video of the detour with a dhappa caption.
Banks cannot cut interest on court-ordered FDs arbitrarily: Delhi HC
Delhi High Court dismissed NatWest Markets' appeal over a 5.89 crore fixed deposit, ruling that any reduction in the interest rate must have a valid basis
Ernakulam district administration directs AWHO to take over Chander Kunj apartments from October 12
AWHO representatives failed to turn up when apartment owners assembled to hand over their apartments on October 5; AWHO reportedly cited the need for authorisation from its headquarters in Delhi; district administration to sign demolition contract with Mumbai-based Edifice Engineering later this week
Delhi HC allows Reliance to sell Campa as 'energy drink', stays FSSAI order
The court granted interim relief to Reliance Consumer Products against an FSSAI directive restricting the use of the term 'energy drink' for high-caffeine beverages
Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi Detained During Protest At Akashvani Bhawan Against CEC Gyanesh Kumar
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and his sister Priyanka Gandhi Vadra have been detained by Delhi Police on Tuesday, 6 October, after Opposition leaders continued their protest against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar at Akashvani Bhawan in New Delhi. The
Protests against CEC Gyanesh Kumar intensify across India; opposition MPs detained in Delhi
Protests against CEC Gyanesh Kumar intensified across India on October 6, with opposition MPs detained during an INDIA bloc march in Delhi over the SIR controversy.
NE folk fusion at Himalayan Fest preview in Delhi
Shillong, Oct6: Northeast voices will take centre stage at the curtain raiser of Royal Enfield Social Missions Journeying Across the Himalayas festival on October 9 at Oddbird Theatre, Dhan Mill, Chhatarpur. Acclaimed artists Tipriti Kharbangar and Mangka Mayanglambam will present a special cross-regional performance, joined by Khasi and Manipuri folk musicians Freedy, Ban, Kevin and [] The post NE folk fusion at Himalayan Fest preview in Delhi first appeared on Highland Post .
Delhi: Rahul, Priyanka detained from Akashvani Bhawan following hours of dharna against CEC
Following a high-voltage protest in the national capital, Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra and others were detained by the Delhi Police from Akashvani Bhawan, where they staged a dharna against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Congress MPs Pawan Khera, KC Venugopal and Amrinder Singh Raja Warring were among the leaders detained by Delhi Police. New Delhi Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Sachin Sharma was present at the Akashvani Bhawan. Earlier today, Delhi Police detained several Youth Congress and NSUI leaders, including IYC president Uday Bhanu Chib, outside Akashvani Bhawan. Congress leaders staged a sit-in protest at Akashvani Bhawan after the leaders of several INDIA bloc parties were stopped during a march to the Nirvachan Sadan. The protest is part of a broader Save Democracy campaign announced by the Opposition, under which its leaders have been holding demonstrations and public programmes against the ECI amid a row over the Special Intensive...
Rahul Gandhi takes centre stage as Opposition takes SIR fight to Delhi's streets
Opposition MPs, led by Rahul Gandhi, protested near the Election Commission office against the CEC's alleged hand in the SIR events. Gandhi sought to meet CEC Gyanesh Kumar to address allegations of vote rigging. The protest resulted in several leaders being detained by police. BJP slammed the opposition's actions.
Delhi Airport To Invest Rs 3,500 Crore In Automated Transit System Linking All Terminals By 2030
Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra were detained by Delhi Police during a protest against the Chief Election Commissioner. Earlier, several Youth Congress and NSUI leaders were also detained outside Akashvani Bhawan. The Congress leaders are protesting until they can meet the Election Commissioners regarding the Special Intensive Revision exercise. Meanwhile, misleading social media posts about government intervention were debunked by the PIB Fact Check unit.
Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka, Venugopal among other INDIA Bloc MPs detained in Delhi
Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka, Venugopal among other INDIA Bloc MPs detained in Delhi
Salman Khan vs Kala Hiran: Delhi High Court seeks actor's response in legal battle
Salman Khan vs Kala Hiran: Delhi High Court seeks actor's response in legal battle
BCCI invites applications for one position on mens selection committee
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 6 (IANS) The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has invited applications for one position on its Mens Selection Committee, with the successful candidate set to be responsible for selecting the Senior National Mens Team across Tests, ODIs, T20Is and other formats. The one position is reportedly likely to be aimed at finding a replacement for chief selector Ajit Agarkar from the West Zone, although the BCCI has not officially specified which vacancy the appointment is intended to fill. Agarkars tenure was set to officially end on October 4, and he was also not present at Tuesdays meeting to select the squads for the upcoming T20I series against New Zealand and the India A series. The new selection committee member will be tasked with identifying talent, assessing players through domestic and international matches, and helping build a strong bench strength for the senior national team. The responsibilities will also include attending team meetings, travelling to watch domestic and international matches as required, preparing quarterly evaluation reports on the teams performance for the BCCI Apex Council and addressing the media on team selection. The committee member will also be responsible for appointing the captain of the team in each format. As per the eligibility criteria laid down by the BCCI, candidates must have played a minimum of seven Test matches, or 30 First-Class matches, or 10 ODIs and 20 First-Class matches. Applicants must have retired from the game at least five years ago. The BCCI has also stated that anyone who has been a member of any Cricket Committee, as defined under its Memorandum of Association and Rules and Regulations, for a cumulative period of five years will not be eligible for the position. Agarkar took over as the chairman of the Mens Selection Committee in 2023. During his tenure, India reached the final of the 2023 ODI World Cup and went on to win the 2024 T20 World Cup, 2025 Champions Trophy and 2026 T20 World Cup.
PIB debunks claims on MHA reaching out to Rahul, Priyanka for ending stir
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 6 (IANS) The Press Information Bureau (PIB) on Tuesday issued a Fact Check and declared as misleading some social media posts claiming that officials of the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) reached out to Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi and MP Priyanka Gandhi in a bid to end the impasse outside Nirvachan Sadan. Do not fall for misleading claims or unverified information. Rely only on verified sources, said the PIB, the Central governments nodal information dissemination agency controlled by the Information and Broadcasting Ministry. The Fact Check issued by the PIB was accompanied by screenshots of social media posts by a journalist and a news channels website. The false claims were made on social media in relation to the Opposition MPs dramatic protest and sit-in near the office of the Election Commission of India and Rahul Gandhi-led lawmakers failed attempt to enter Nirvachan Sadan to meet Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Earlier in the day, Rahul Gandhi led the 300 Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha Opposition MPs, including those from the BJD, in a march from Parliament towards the Nirvachan Sadan - a distance of about one kilometre. We wanted to meet the CEC and the Election Commissioners, but we were stopped and prevented from going there, Gandhi told reporters about 50 yards from the Commissions office. After being stopped by security personnel from marching towards Nirvachan Sadan, Rahul Gandhi and Wayanad MP Priyanka Gandhi and other leaders sat on a dharna inside the Akashvani Bhavan, close to the ECI office, The protest in the high security zone was criticised by BJP MP Ravi Shankar Prasad, who asked whether the opposition parties were trying to create anarchy. Speaking to IANS, Prasad said, Sitting in Delhi, they have surrounded a sensitive area here, and they are saying that (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar is under the clutches of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and (Home Minister) Amit Shah. This is shameful. I condemn this. Prasad also criticised Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge for his reported demand to cancel elections and conduct them again using ballot papers. He had said that all elections should be cancelled and elections should be held again through ballot papers. This is their intention, and this is what they want. They cannot win in honest elections. Now, they want to capture the booths. They want to win elections under pressure. They want to stop Dalits and the poor from casting their votes. Congress has been winning like this, whether it was in Bihar, West Bengal or any other state, he said.
Jeevna Kaur Notay on meeting Diljit Dosanjh on stage and the moment she
Highlights Eight-year-old Jeevna Kaur Notay was invited on stage by Diljit Dosanjh after he spotted her dancing in the crowd at his Manchester concert. The Leeds girl, who was born with a congenital limb difference, told Eastern Eye about the emotional moment and why wearing her pagh on stage made her proud. Her father Surjeet Singh Notay explains how amputee football helped Jeevna find a community and why he hopes her story will encourage other families. Eight-year-old Jeevna Kaur Notay arrived at Manchesters Co-op Live on September 20 expecting to spend the evening watching her favourite singer, Diljit Dosanjh. Instead, the Leeds girl found herself on stage with the Punjabi superstar, microphone in hand, as thousands of people cheered her on. Jeevna had been dancing in the crowd when Diljit noticed her, waved at her and eventually invited her up. She proudly shouted his famous Panjabi aa gaye oye! before telling him she was from Leeds. The moment became one of the most memorable parts of the show when Diljit sat beside her and sang Ik Kudi . For Jeevna, the experience was almost impossible to take in. I felt really happy and excited, she told Eastern Eye. I couldnt believe everyone was cheering for me! When Diljit began singing Ik Kudi , she found herself wondering whether it was really happening. I was just thinking, Is this actually happening?! she said. I was really happy and couldnt stop smiling. Jeevna was born with a congenital limb difference and lost her left foot when she was two Surjeet Singh Notay What made the moment particularly special was that Jeevna was wearing her pagh, something she says is closely tied to her identity. Standing on stage in it made her feel proud to be Punjabi and Sikh, while for her father, Surjeet Singh Notay, the significance went beyond meeting a singer his daughter admires. Watching Diljit notice Jeevna in the crowd gave him the feeling that his daughter was finally being seen for who she is. Not only did Diljit see her, but the whole world has seen her, Surjeet said. Thats what made me think, wow, she has been seen. Shes not going to be defined by her disability Jeevna was born with a congenital limb difference and lost her left foot when she was two. At four, she underwent major reconstruction on her right leg and had to learn to walk again. She is now going through another period of treatment, using a frame on her leg and a wheelchair while she recovers, but Surjeet says the family has spent years making sure those challenges do not become the way she sees herself. For everything weve been working on for the last eight years, bringing her forward, making her confident, he said, when she steps out into the world on her own, me and my wife know weve done a really good job. For him, the goal has always been to make sure Jeevna is recognised for the person she is rather than defined by her disability. Shes not going to be defined by her disability. Shes going to be defined by who she is. Jeevna has developed her own way of expressing that attitude Surjeet Singh Notay Jeevna has developed her own way of expressing that attitude. I just keep going and dont give up, she said. Like I always say, Im not disabled, Im differently abled. The phrase has been part of her familys vocabulary since before she was born. Surjeet recalled travelling with his wife in India, from Delhi towards Punjab, when he noticed the term differently abled being used in relation to access. He never expected it to become something so personal to his family, but the expression stayed with him and eventually became the language Jeevna chose for herself. How football gave Jeevna a team of her own Football has also become an important part of Jeevnas life. She has loved the sport since she was four, and after her first frame came off, the hospital introduced the family to the England Amputee Football Association. Surjeet said the organisations junior programme gave Jeevna an opportunity to meet other children and families who understood experiences similar to hers, turning what could have been an isolating part of her childhood into a community. Joining them really helped us, because we were with like-minded people in the same situation as us, he said. Weve really become like a family now, no matter what background youre from. Jeevna continues to play amputee football, and for Surjeet, being part of that team has been about much more than sport. It has given his daughter another space where she can simply be a child, meet people and take part without being defined by the medical challenges she has faced. See on Instagram That same determination is what Surjeet saw on the Manchester stage. He often describes Jeevna as someone who gets knocked down and gets back up again, and she has a simple answer when asked how she keeps going: she does not give up. Her advice to another child who might be frightened to come forward and follow what they love is just as direct. Youve got this. Just be brave and believe in yourself, no matter what you do. There is light at the end of the tunnel The reaction to Jeevnas appearance has made the experience bigger than one concert. After Diljits video spread online, Surjeet began hearing from parents of children with disabilities, including parents of autistic children, who wanted to connect with the family. For him, that response has been one of the most meaningful parts of what happened because he remembers what it felt like when his own family did not know where to turn. It gave a platform for other parents in my situation who may not be confident to come forward, he said. Jeevna will achieve, behind closed doors or in the open. That doesnt matter to me. What matters is that I help somebody else in my position, because when I was there, I didnt have anybody to help me. Surjeet hopes their experience can reassure parents who may be frightened about giving their children more independence. We want to be the beacon for somebody. There is light at the end of the tunnel. Its not the end of the world, he said, urging parents to have faith and allow their children to experience life rather than letting fear dictate what they can do. For Jeevna, though, the night in Manchester is also something much simpler: a childhood memory she will hopefully carry with her for years. Surjeet remembers being nine when his own father took him to see Michael Jackson at Wembley, an experience that has stayed with him decades later. Now he feels he has given his daughter a memory of her own. When I was nine years old, my father took me to see Michael Jackson at Wembley. That has stayed with me, and Im 45 now, he said. This is something Im giving her. Ive given her this memory, and thats like a medal for me. Memories are worth more than material things, he added. I just want her to know that whatever shes going through, shes loved and blessed and cared for. And perhaps the best way to understand Jeevna is through the words she would offer another child facing their own challenges: Youve got this.
Fresh push for A.Ps Kotipalli-Narsapur railway line project
Amalapuram MP G.M. Harish Balayogi assured coordination with NDA partners to complete the railway line project during talks in New Delhi on Tuesday.
Govt extends Rs 130 crore support to BigEndian for indigenous AI chip development
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 6 (IANS) In a move aimed at advancing India's semiconductor ambitions, the Technology Development Board (TDB) under the Department of Science and Technology (DST) has signed an agreement with Bengaluru-based BigEndian Semiconductors to provide financial support of Rs 130 crore under the Research Development and Innovation (RDI) Fund. The funding will support Project VeerAI, an indigenous semiconductor initiative with a total project cost of Rs 260 crore. The project aims to develop a camera-focused Artificial Intelligence (AI) Vision System-on-Chip (SoC) and take the technology from Technology Readiness Level (TRL)-5 to TRL-9, paving the way for commercial deployment. The assistance from TDB will be extended through Optional Convertible Debt (OCD). Project VeerAI is focused on building a secure AI chip platform primarily for surveillance applications, particularly CCTV systems. The initiative seeks to reduce India's dependence on foreign semiconductor technologies and supply chains by creating a sovereign technology platform capable of delivering intelligent, secure and application-specific semiconductor solutions. The proposed AI Vision SoC is designed to integrate AI processing capabilities with advanced security, privacy and connectivity features. While the technology is initially targeted at surveillance applications in India and countries across the Global South, the company plans to expand its use cases into sectors such as defence, automotive, industrial automation and healthcare. The project is also expected to leverage India's growing pool of VLSI design and semiconductor engineering talent. By focusing on application-specific semiconductor solutions rather than general-purpose chips, BigEndian aims to address sector-specific requirements while enabling faster commercialisation and product deployment. Through the RDI Fund support, BigEndian Semiconductors will undertake technology development, validation, integration, testing and scale-up activities required to advance Project VeerAI from advanced development stages to commercial readiness. Rajesh Kumar Pathak, Secretary, Technology Development Board, said semiconductors are at the core of nearly every emerging technology and building domestic capabilities in application-specific AI chips is crucial for strengthening India's technology ecosystem. Commenting on the partnership, the promoters of BigEndian Semiconductors said the funding will help accelerate the development and validation of Project VeerAI and push the AI Vision SoC towards commercial readiness.
Delhi airport plans 7,000 crore expansion, 7.3-km APM link by 2030
Delhi airport plans to raise annual passenger capacity to around 125 million from 106 million, expand terminals and aircraft stands, and build a 7.3-km APM
EAM Jaishankar arrives in Ghana to advance comprehensive partnership
Digital Desk | Accra, Oct 6 (IANS) External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar arrived in Ghana on Tuesday as India looks forward to productive engagements to advance a comprehensive partnership between New Delhi and Accra. Delighted to arrive in Accra, Ghana today. Appreciate the warm welcome by FM Sam Okudzeto Ablakwa. Look forward to productive engagements to advance our Comprehensive Partnership, EAM Jaishankar stated on X. On Monday, the Foreign Ministry of Ghana stated that EAM Jaishankar's visit will provide an opportunity for the two countries to renew their bond of solidarity and shared values. The Minister of External Affairs of India, His Excellency Dr. Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, will pay an Official visit to Ghana from 6th to 7th October 2026 at the invitation of Ghana's Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa. Ghana looks forward to hosting His Excellency Dr. S. Jaishankar on this historic visit, which will afford the two countries the opportunity to renew their inseparable bond of solidarity and shared values, the ministry stated. During the visit, Ghana and India will hold discussions that will advance their relations in pharmaceutical development within the framework of President (John Dramani) Mahamas Accra Reset philosophy; deepening agricultural cooperation in mechanisation and value addition; support for President Mahamas industrialisation and job creation agenda; and expanding scholarships and IT partnerships, it added. After Ghana, EAM Jaishankar will travel to Cote dIvoire and Ethiopia during his five-day official visit aimed at deepening Indias bilateral partnership with the three African nations. According to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), during the visit from October 6 to 10, EAM will hold bilateral meetings with his counterparts and meet with the leadership of all three nations to review close bilateral ties of friendship and cooperation. Discussions will cover the whole gamut of bilateral ties across sectors, including trade and economic, development cooperation, capacity building, and people-to-people ties. He will also exchange perspectives on regional and global matters of mutual interest, the MEA stated In Ethiopia's Addis Ababa, the External Affairs Minister will also chair the Regional Heads of Mission (HoMs) Conference. The visit of EAM is reflective of India's commitment to deepen its partnership with Africa, and will further India's solidarity with the Global South, the MEA mentioned.
Delhi High Court seeks Salman Khans response on plea by producer of Kala Hiran
Khan has sought to restrain the release of the film, which he claims is based on him
Chintan Shivir 2026 focuses on collaborative knowledge sharing for quality road infrastructure
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 6 (IANS) The two-day Chintan Shivir 2026 A National Conclave on Highway Infrastructure concluded on Tuesday in Gujarat, with a renewed focus on strengthening centre-state collaboration, sharing field-level experiences and building institutional capacity for delivery of quality road infrastructure. A key outcome of the deliberations was the opportunity for states to leverage technology platforms and institutional capabilities developed at the national level, the statement from the Ministry of Road Transport & Highways said. Platforms such as PM GatiShakti, Data Lake, eDAR, contractor rating systems and Bhoomi Rashi can be made available for state-level applications, with technical handholding and capacity-building support, the statement noted. The AI-enabled eDAR platform, currently being used for the National Highway network, can also support states in analysing accident patterns on State and local roads and developing evidence-based interventions for improving road safety, subject to availability of relevant road data. The deliberations also highlighted the need to strengthen the construction ecosystem through professionalisation, skill development and improved supervision. Two-day conclave provided platform for centre, states and stakeholders to share experiences, best practices and practical solutions Secretary, Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, V Umashankar, said the Chintan Shivir has provided an opportunity to create a common community of the highways and road sector, adding that the focus of infrastructure development is increasingly shifting towards quality. Umashankar emphasised the importance of focused skill development and capacity building among construction workers to enhance construction practices and ensure better quality outcomes. The meeting also stressed strengthening the quality-based selection and performance assessment of DPR consultants, authority engineers and independent engineers, with greater weightage to technical capability and past performance. These measures are aimed at addressing gaps in supervision and ensuring better project outcomes, the statement noted. The conclave also discussed the scope for states to adopt innovative contracting and financing mechanisms, including Model Concession Agreements, BOT and Annuity-based models, particularly for the development of state highways and state expressways.
AAP students' wing to join protests against CEC on Oct 10
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 6 (IANS) Association of Students for Alternative Politics (ASAP), the students' wing of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), said on Tuesday that it will undertake a protest march to the national capital's Jantar Mantar on October 10 against the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar. CEC Kumar has come under fire following a media report which claimed that Election Commissioners Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Vijay Joshi had objected on record to several decisions taken by the Election Commission of India (ECI), allegedly without their knowledge, specifically over the conduct of Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. In a post on the social media platform X, Eeshna Gupta, Co-in-charge of ASAP, said: Across the country, thousands are raising their voices against the functioning of the Election Commission, demanding the resignation and prosecution of CEC Gyanesh Kumar, withdrawal of the SIR, and comprehensive reforms to the ECI. Despite repeated instances of police action, manhandling and sexual assault against protesters and journalists, the movement for democratic accountability continues to grow. On October 10, ASAP will march to Jantar Mantar in New Delhi alongside student organisations, democratic groups, and individuals united around these demands, she added. According to a statement issued by the organisation, the protests across the country reflect growing public concern over the functioning of the Election Commission, with demands for the resignation and prosecution of CEC Gyanesh Kumar, the withdrawal of the SIR, and comprehensive reforms within the ECI. Noting that thousands of students and individuals have come together in defence of constitutional and democratic values, the AAP students' body added: ASAP stands in solidarity with those participating in these demonstrations and with the broad demand for the protection of democratic rights, constitutional freedoms, and the right to peaceful protest. We call upon democratic organisations, student groups, and individuals committed to constitutional values to participate in the protest. Earlier on Tuesday, the Opposition INDIA bloc MPs launched a protest march towards the Election Commission of India (ECI) headquarters in New Delhi, demanding the resignation of the CEC. However, the opposition leaders were stopped by security personnel midway. Last week, the Aam Aadmi Party and several left-wing student organisations, including Students' Federation of India (SFI) and All India Students' Association (AISA), staged a protest against the CEC at Jantar Mantar, with several being detained by the police.
5-star hotel or zero basic courtesy?: Delhi woman denied washroom access, sparks legal debate
Digital Desk | Lucknow, Oct 6 (IANS) As the Opposition INDIA bloc's march-turned-sit-in protest in Delhi continued on Tuesday, Uttar Pradesh Congress Chief Aradhana Misra Mona said that it was commendable that the Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi was able to gather all the major entities for the protest against Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar. INDIA bloc worked really well today. I want to congratulate the Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, for bringing everyone together. He got the support of all the major leaders and MPs of all the parties, which signifies that whatever the Election Commission did following orders of the Bharatiya Janata Party has to be stopped now or else they should be ready to face the consequences of the same, Misra Mona added. The way the police force stopped the leaders was sheer death of democracy. The protestors wanted to reach the Election Commission's office to ask questions on behalf of the nation, she said. Who is answerable for deleting more than 13 crore votes? The Opposition is responsible for asking these questions, and they were fulfilling the same, she added. Misra Mona said that she was completely against the way the Opposition INDIA bloc leaders were detained. The way Congress leader and MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra was stopped was completely undemocratic; The way other major leaders of the INDIA bloc were barred from entering the ECI office was disgraceful. I am completely against it, she added. On how the Centre reacted to the Opposition INDIA bloc's march to the EC office, Misra Mona said, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) and Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) have been known for their actions during the freedom struggle. Thus, the Gandhi family does not need to prove their dedication and honesty to these bodies. Congress party has sacrificed a lot for this nation. Rahul and Priyanka Gandhi's family members have sacrificed themselves for this country. They are trying to protect the Constitution of this country, she added. She said that the BJP has used the name of the lord to earn political points, adding: We not only worship Lord Ram but also Lord Ganesha. Gradually, the whole nation will stand with them, she concluded.
Flight Ticket Prices This Week: Check Cheaper Fares on Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru and Other Routes
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Rahul Gandhi Shares INDIA Bloc March Video
Rahul Gandhi shared a video on Instagram showing visuals from the INDIA bloc MPs march. Lok Sabha leader of opposition and Congress MP Rahul Gandhi climbed atop barricades during the INDIA bloc MPs march from Parliament towards the Election Commission headquarters in New Delhi on Tuesday, demanding Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumars resignation over irregularities in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls.
