Election Commission Row: CJP announces Delhi Press Conference
The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), led by founder Abhijeet Dipke, has announced a press conference in Delhi on Election Commission reforms amid the ongoing row over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. CJP has raised concerns over voter rights and the functioning of the Election Commission. The development comes after reports of objections by Election Commissioners Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Vivek Joshi over electoral-roll decisions. The Election Commission has maintained that its decisions, including SIR, were taken unanimously.
Mukherjee Nagar student alleges harassment, says man tried to force her into car; FIR registered
A disturbing incident has been reported from Delhi's Mukherjee Nagar area, where a student has alleged that a man travelling in a Tata Safari passed lewd comments at her, abused her and allegedly tried to drag her into the vehicle. Following the student's complaint, Delhi Police registered an FIR and launched an investigation into the incident. According to the student's complaint, the incident took place near Haqiqat Park at around 9:30 pm on September 23. She was walking with her friend when youths travelling in the SUV allegedly passed inappropriate comments at them. When the student objected, the youths allegedly started abusing her.
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FIR plea against Nishu Azad, father over
New Delhi: A Delhi court sought a response from Delhi Police on Wednesday, September 23, over a plea seeking registration of a First Information Report (FIR) against Nishu Azad, a minor Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) protester, and her father Sanjay. Advocate Amita Sachdeva filed the plea at Patiala House Court against the father and daughter, 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 .
Shaunae Miller-Uibo named ambassador for Delhi Half Marathon 2026
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The burning bus claims nine lives in New Delhi as driver flee
Nine passengers were killed late on Wednesday after an overnight sleeper bus caught fire outside of the national capital, New Delhi, according to media reports.
Maruti Suzuki India commissions green hydrogen plant at Manesar to support low-carbon manufacturing
Digital Desk | New Delhi/Manesar, Sep 24 (IANS) Maruti Suzuki India Limited on Thursday announced the commissioning of a 300 kW green hydrogen electrolyzer plant at its Manesar manufacturing facility in Haryana, marking a significant step in the company's efforts to adopt cleaner energy solutions and reduce carbon emissions from its production operations. The pilot project will produce green hydrogen using renewable energy and blend it with natural gas for use as process fuel in manufacturing activities. The automaker said the facility will also help maximize the utilization of solar power generated at the Manesar plant, particularly during holidays when electricity generation would otherwise remain underutilised. According to the company, excess solar energy generated at the facility will be used to produce green hydrogen through electrolysis. The hydrogen will then be stored and supplied for manufacturing operations when required. Maruti Suzuki said the project will serve as a learning platform for wider deployment of green hydrogen technology across its manufacturing facilities in Haryana and Gujarat. The initiative is aligned with the Government of India's National Green Hydrogen Mission and forms part of the company's broader strategy to diversify renewable energy sources used in its operations. Maruti Suzuki Managing Director and CEO Hisashi Takeuchi said the company has adopted a multi-pathway approach not only for its products but also for its manufacturing operations. He noted that the green hydrogen project, alongside investments in solar energy, biogas and battery energy storage systems, reflects the company's commitment to transitioning towards cleaner and more sustainable energy solutions. Takeuchi said India is increasingly emerging as a global manufacturing hub, where competitiveness will be determined not only by cost and quality but also by carbon intensity. He added that Maruti Suzuki is building capabilities today to support a low-carbon and energy-efficient manufacturing ecosystem in the future. The company aims to significantly reduce carbon emissions from its manufacturing operations, targeting a decline from the current 615,000 tonnes to 266,000 tonnes by FY31 through the adoption of multiple clean energy technologies.
How Hiver Is Building An Agentic Omnichannel Alternative To Traditional Helpdesks
New Delhi [India], September 24: Customer support software has traditionally been built around one core job: helping teams manage incoming requests. Tickets are created, assigned, tracked, and closed. But for complex high-stakes support, closing a ticket often requires far more than sending a speedy response.
Goldy Brar gang operative wanted in more than 11 serious cases arrested in Ahmedabad
An operative of the gangster Goldy Brar gang was arrested in a joint operation by the Ahmedabad Crime Branch, Ahmedabad Rural Special Operations Group (SOG), and Delhi Police, the officials said on Thursday. Aarif, alias...
SC Collegium Recommends 12 Additional Judges As Permanent Judges In Four HCs
NEW DELHI, Sept 24: The Supreme Court Collegium has approved the appointment of 12 additional judges as permanent judges in the high courts of Andhra Pradesh, Kerala, Uttarakhand and Gauhati. The decision was taken at a meeting of the Collegium comprising Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and Justices Vikram Nath and B V Nagarathna [] The post SC Collegium Recommends 12 Additional Judges As Permanent Judges In Four HCs appeared first on Northlines .
'Was travelling with my husband... dont know where he is now': Victim of Greater Noida bus fire
Digital Desk | Greater Noida, Sep 24 (IANS) A woman who suffered burn injuries in the Greater Noida double-decker bus fire was admitted to Aarogyadhara Hospital in Jewar for treatment on Thursday. Speaking to IANS, she shared her ordeal in the aftermath of the accident. Nine people died, and several others were seriously injured after a massive fire broke out in the double-decker bus in Greater Noida, near the 33 Km milestone on the Yamuna Expressway. The double-decker bus was going from Delhis Kashmiri Gate to Uttar Pradeshs Mahoba. I was going from Hisar, Chandannagar to Mahoba with my husband because my mother-in-law had passed away, she said. When asked about her husband, the woman started crying and said that she doesnt know where he was now after the mishap. His name is Devendra, she said. Narrating her experience, she said, I dont know what happened; suddenly the bus caught fire, and people started panicking and shouting 'fire, fire'. Additional District Magistrate Ajeet Kumar Singh of Gautam Buddha Nagar said, The fire was caused due to a short circuit. As you might know, the tragic accident occurred around 11.15 p.m. on Wednesday. Preliminary investigation reveals that a short circuit caused a fire on the bus. It was an AC sleeper bus travelling from Delhi to Mahoba. Nine people died and one of the victims, a woman, is being treated at the Aarogyadhara Hospital, he informed. He said, Some of the passengers who had minor injuries have been sent back to Mahoba to be treated for minor injuries. Some returned in personal vehicles while others were given special transport. President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi mourned the tragedy. The Centre and the Uttar Pradesh governments both announced compensation of Rs. 2 lakh each for the next of kin of all the deceased and Rs. 50,000 to the injured. More than 30 passengers were reportedly travelling on the bus when it suddenly caught fire. Nine passengers, including a woman, were trapped inside and burnt alive in the massive blaze. Upon receiving the information, senior police officials, along with the local police force and a fire tender stationed at the Jewar Toll Plaza, responded, according to the officials. Four additional fire tenders and a fire service unit immediately rushed to the scene and completely extinguished the fire. Preliminary investigations suggest the fire originated from a spark or blast in the bus's air conditioning system, which ignited the engine's lubricating oil and caused the fire to spread rapidly. The driver and conductor were taken into custody, and a case was registered under relevant sections.
Indias UPI sets global benchmark supporting 20 billion transactions monthly: Report
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 24 (IANS) Indias Unified Payments Interface currently processes over 20 billion transactions a month setting the global benchmark for real-time payments, a report said on Thursday, adding that the platform demonstrates how digital public infrastructure can combine scale and financial inclusion. The report from Boston Consulting Group (BCG) said global payments revenue is projected to touch $2.6 trillion by 2030, with annual growth slowing to 5 per cent compared with 7 per cent over the past five years. The growth will diverge by region with the Middle East and Africa expected to expand faster at 8 per cent than North America at 7 per cent through 2030. The growth will likely be 5 per cent in North America and Europe. Indias real-time payments scale is a remarkable achievement in digital public infrastructure. The model is instructive globally as it combines inclusion and scale rather than trading one off for the other, said Vivek Mandhata, Managing Director and Partner, BCG. India drew hundreds of millions of users into digital payments while still growing transaction volumes at a pace few markets can match. Credit cards continue to grow in tandem, particularly online, giving banks, fintechs, and payment companies a genuine opportunity to build richer, value-added offerings on top of an already massive digital rail, Vivek added. India's next phase of growth involves transition into the world of agents while maintaining experience, trust and economic viability for the end consumer and merchants, he said. AI is reshaping payments and transaction banking, helping leading companies lower costs, improve products and automate historically paper-heavy processes such as trade finance and payment operations, the report noted. Nearly 73 per cent of large merchants surveyed would consider switching acquirers for better support in preparing for agent-initiated transactions, signalling that readiness for agentic commerce is becoming an important competitive consideration. Payment sovereignty is reshaping global payment infrastructure, with 137 countries now having 24/7 instant payment systems, increasing the fragmentation of the global payments landscape.
Retail prices of cooking oils may fall after duty cut: IVPA
New Delhi: Edible oil industry body IVPA expects retail prices of cooking oils to come down following the governments decision to cut import duties on soyabean, palm and sunflower oils. India meets around 60 per cent of its total edible oil requirements through imports. On Wednesday, the government reduced the basic customs duty (BCD) 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 .
Luke Williams Replaces Lisa Keightley As Mumbai Indians Head Coach For WPL 2027
Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Two-time champions Mumbai Indians (MI) have appointed Luke Williams as their new head coach ahead of the 2027 Womens Premier League (WPL) season. Williams, who coached Royal Challengers Bengaluru to their maiden WPL title in 2024, takes over from Lisa Keightley, who decided to step down from her role. Im really excited to be joining Mumbai Indians, a respected and successful organisation, and working with this talented group of players and support staff. We have a great opportunity to build something together, play an exciting brand of cricket and compete for success. Im looking forward to the challenge and to giving our fans plenty to be proud of, Williams said in a statement on Thursday. Lisa, the former Australia womens cricketer, was made the MI head coach ahead of WPL 2026 as a replacement for Charlotte Edwards, who took up England womens head coach job. But Lisa joining Cricket Australia as the national development lead earlier this month, where she will be responsible for the development of the women's game, left her in doubt over continuing with MI in the WPL. Williams previously parted ways with RCB last year ahead of the mega auction held in New Delhi due to scheduling overlaps with the Womens Big Bash League (WBBL), where hes head coach of the Adelaide Strikers. We are delighted to welcome Luke Williams to the Mumbai Indians family. Luke is a proven winner and brings with him rich experience, a deep understanding of the womens game, and a strong commitment to developing players. Our girls have created a proud legacy in the WPL, and I am confident that, with Lukes guidance and Harmans leadership, they will continue to grow, achieve greater success, and inspire young girls everywhere to dream big. I wish Luke, and the entire team the very best as we begin this exciting new chapter together. I would also like to thank Lisa Keightley for her contribution to Mumbai Indians and wish her the very best for the future, said MI owner Nita M. Ambani. Our girls have created a proud legacy in the WPL, and I am confident that, with Lukes guidance and Harmans leadership, they will continue to grow, achieve greater success, and inspire young girls everywhere to dream big. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Action will then move to the WPL 2027 player auction, scheduled to be held on October 28 in Kochi. According to a BCCI statement, the tournament will be played from January 14 to February 7, 2027, though the host cities for the marquee five-team tournament are yet to be revealed. Article Source: IANS
Delhi HC asks ECI to decide Akhand Karni Party's registration plea within four weeks
The Delhi High Court on Thursday asked the Election Commission of India (ECI) to treat as a representation a plea seeking registration of the Akhand Karni Party and decide it within a time frame, preferably four weeks.
Gogi gang-linked shooter arrested after police encounter in North Delhi
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 24 (IANS) The Narcotics and STF teams of Delhi Police have arrested a shooter linked to the Gogi gang following an exchange of fire in North Delhi's Jaroda Majra area, officials said on Thursday. The accused, identified as Mohit, is reportedly a close associate and shooter of gangster Deepak Boxer, according to police. The arrest came after the teams received information about the presence of an armed shooter in the area who was allegedly planning to carry out a criminal attack. According to the preliminary information, Mohit had reached the Jaroda Majra area on a motorcycle to pick up a friend and was allegedly preparing to execute a crime in Tajpur village. Meanwhile, the Narcotics andSTF teams received a tip-off that a shooter had entered the area with plans to carry out an attack. Acting swiftly on the intelligence input, the police teams laid a trap near Jaroda Majra Metro Station and began monitoring the area. When the police attempted to intercept the suspect, he allegedly opened fire at the police personnel. The police team retaliated in self-defence, leading to an exchange of gunfire. During the firing, a bullet allegedly fired by Mohit hit a Head Constable of the Narcotics team in the chest. However, the police official was wearing a bulletproof jacket at the time, which protected him from serious injury and helped save his life. Following the exchange of fire, the police team managed to overpower the accused and take him into custody. An illegal pistol was recovered from his possession along with the motorcycle he was allegedly using to travel to Tajpur village in connection with the planned crime. The recovery of the weapon and motorcycle is being examined as part of the ongoing investigation. Police are also verifying the circumstances under which the accused entered the area and the alleged purpose behind his planned visit to Tajpur village. The Narcotics and STF teams are currently questioning Mohit to gather further information about the alleged criminal plan. Further details are awaited.
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Opinion: Opinion | The Trump-Xi Summit, And India's Many Worries Of Its Own
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ASSOCHAM launches TIPS platform to boost trade, investment and exports
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 24 (IANS) The Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry of India (ASSOCHAM) on Thursday launched Trade & Investment Promotion Services (TIPS), a dedicated platform aimed at supporting exporters, investors and businesses by improving market access and facilitating trade and investment opportunities in India and overseas. The initiative was unveiled during ASSOCHAMs recent Managing Committee meeting and is designed to provide a comprehensive support ecosystem for domestic and international investors. The platform will combine economic research, policy intelligence and facilitation services to help businesses identify growth opportunities, navigate regulatory processes and expand into new markets. According to ASSOCHAM, TIPS will offer sector-specific analysis, information on investment opportunities, insights into policy and regulatory frameworks, and guidance on approvals and clearances available through central and state government single-window systems. The platform will also provide information related to taxation, foreign direct investment (FDI) regulations, trade agreements and emerging global market trends. The initiative is aligned with the government's Viksit Bharat @ 2047 vision and flagship programmes such as Make in India, Ease of Doing Business and Atmanirbhar Bharat. Through TIPS, ASSOCHAM aims to contribute to India's goal of achieving $2 trillion in combined annual merchandise and services exports by 2030 and increasing annual FDI inflows to $200 billion by 2032. ASSOCHAM President Nirmal K. Minda said the platform is intended to translate India's growth story into tangible investment opportunities by bringing together market intelligence, policy insights and facilitation services. He noted that TIPS would help businesses identify opportunities, navigate procedures and convert investment intentions into projects and job creation. The chamber said TIPS will support Indias broader economic ambitions, including achieving $1 trillion each in annual merchandise and services exports by 2030, raising exports to BRICS countries to $200 billion, increasing the manufacturing sector's share in GDP to 25 per cent by 2035 and strengthening the resilience of MSMEs. The platform will provide end-to-end assistance to investors, from identifying opportunities and evaluating locations to finding business partners and supporting project implementation. It will also help Indian companies access international markets and establish connections with potential global partners.
Rs 1.19 Lakh cyber fraud racket busted in Delhi; four posing as Axis Bank officials arrested
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 24 (IANS) The Delhi Police have busted a cyber fraud racket involving impersonation as Axis Bank customer-care officials and arrested four people in connection with a Rs 1.19 lakh fraud case, officials said on Thursday. According to police, the accused posed as bank officials and cheated a credit-card holder on the pretext of cancelling a fictitious annual maintenance charge plan and issuing a new credit card. The fraudsters allegedly used virtual phone numbers, fake service-request details and a third-party payment application to gain the victims confidence. The accused siphoned off Rs 1,19,837 through multiple UPI transactions routed through the CheQ application. Eight mobile phones were also recovered, while technical analysis of one of the devices reportedly linked it to 32 other complaints. The case came to light after complainant Yash Sharma received a call on July 16 from a person allegedly posing as an Axis Bank credit-card official. The caller informed him about an AMC charge of Rs 2,499 and, when Sharma sought its cancellation, told him that he would receive a call from the banks customer-care department. He subsequently received another call from a number allegedly used to impersonate Axis Bank customer care. The caller induced him to download the CheQ application, claiming it was required to cancel the AMC plan and issue a new credit card. The victim was allegedly directed to make three UPI payments of Rs 2,538.81, Rs 58,647.68 and Rs 58,647.68, totalling Rs 1,19,834.17. Police said the accused also provided a fake service-request number and assured the victim that his new card would be activated within four hours and delivered within two days. After the card did not arrive, the victim contacted genuine Axis Bank customer care on July 17 and was informed that no such request existed. He blocked his card and reported the matter through the Cyber Crime Portal. An e-FIR was subsequently registered at PS Cyber North under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. A dedicated team under the supervision of DCP North District Niharika Bhatt conducted technical and financial analysis of call-detail records, mobile numbers, Google account data, UPI transactions and beneficiary bank accounts. The investigation traced the transaction trail to a Kotak Mahindra Bank account linked to Prince Kumar. Police said the account showed suspicious transactions exceeding Rs 12 lakh within five to seven days. Prince Kumar, 20, was arrested from Aligarh on September 15. His interrogation led police to Vishal Tomar, 21, and Vishal Raghav, 27, both from Aligarh. Sanjay Verma, 40, of Uttam Nagar, was subsequently arrested. Police said Verma had previously worked at a call centre in Noida and allegedly learned the modus operandi of impersonating bank officials. Investigators suspect the accused used the Indy Number application to generate virtual numbers resembling bank customer-care numbers and used CheQ to route the allegedly fraudulent funds. Police said the network involved multiple roles, including arranging bank accounts, procuring SIM cards and withdrawing money through ATMs for commissions. The search for two other alleged associates, Bobby and Avtar, is underway. Further investigation is being conducted to trace the complete financial trail, identify additional victims and establish the role of other members of the alleged network.
India's workforce likely to grow 5.4 pc in H2 FY27 led by e-commerce, tech start-ups
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 24 (IANS) India's workforce is expected to grow 5.4 per cent in H2 FY27 (October-March) up from 4.7 per cent in first half of the fiscal, led by ecommerce and tech startups, travel and hospitality, and retail, a report said on Thursday. The report from staffing conglomerate TeamLease Services said the projected growth in the second half of the fiscal year would mark the highest level recorded across the last four halfyear periods. The improvement reflects strengthening employer confidence, with 60 per cent of organisations planning to expand their workforce, 24 per cent expecting no change, and 16 per cent anticipating a reduction. Economic conditions were cited by 67 per cent of employers as the strongest factor shaping workforce size, followed by organisational dynamics such as growth or restructuring at 43 per cent and technological advancements at 40 per cent, which continue to shape hiring decisions. Sectoral leaders in employment surge include ecommerce and tech startups at 12.6 per cent NEC, travel and hospitality at 12.3 per cent, retail at 10.3 per cent. Automotive (10.1 per cent), EV & EV infrastructure (9.7 per cent) and banking (9.2 per cent) also show strong hiring intent, reflecting continued demand across digital, consumption-led and emerging sectors. Hiring intent also rises with organisational scale, with 66 per cent of large enterprises planning to expand their workforce, compared with 59 per cent of medium-sized enterprises and 53 per cent of start-ups, micro and small businesses. Bengaluru led hiring intent regionally at 68 per cent, followed by Hyderabad at 61 per cent and Pune at 60 per cent, with Pune recording the largest gain this half-year. However, the ability to convert hiring intent into actual workforce expansion remains closely linked to talent availability. Among employers planning workforce expansion, 72 per cent expect moderate to significant difficulty in hiring, with IT (39 per cent), sales & marketing (38 per cent), and engineering (32 per cent) emerging as the functions facing the highest anticipated hiring challenges. The average time-to-fill for roles stood at 3545 days, with specialist and site-based positions taking longer. Balasubramanian A, Senior Vice President, TeamLease Services said that the employment outlook reflects a shift towards more targeted workforce expansion, with businesses aligning talent decisions closely with changing demand. The report also highlighted a widening gap between AI adoption and workforce-wide AI integration. Nearly 85 per cent of employers reported some level of AI or GenAI use, but only 13 per cent have adoption across more than half of their workforce.
Delhi High Court rejects anticipatory bail for 20-year-old in Nizamuddin firing case
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President Murmu congratulates Satnam-Salman, Roshibina on Asian Games medals
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 24 (IANS) President Droupadi Murmu congratulated Indian rowers Satnam Singh and Salman Khan and Wushu player Roshibina Devi Naorem for their medal-winning performances at the Asian Games 2026 on Thursday. In a post on X, President Murmu praised Satnam and Salman after the duo secured the bronze medal in the mens double sculls event. Hearty congratulations to Satnam Singh and Salman Khan on winning the Bronze Medal in the Mens Double Sculls event at the Asian Games 2026. Your performance reflects the strength of teamwork, endurance and commitment that rowing demands. May you both continue to achieve greater heights, she wrote. Satnam and Salman clocked 6:13.25 to finish third in the final. China's Xudi Yi and Yide Nie won gold in 6:09.77, while Uzbekistans Pavel Sorin and Mekhrojbek Mamatkulov took silver in 6:10.49. The Indian pair were in third position at the halfway stage after 1,000m before moving into second with 500m remaining. However, they were overtaken in the closing stages and eventually finished with the bronze. The medal was Satnams second at the Asian Games. He had previously won bronze as part of Indias mens quadruple sculls crew at the 2023 Hangzhou Games. President Murmu also congratulated Roshibina Devi after the Indian Wushu star won silver in the womens 60kg Sanda event. Warm congratulations to you, Roshibina Devi Naorem, on winning the Silver Medal in the Womens 60kg Sanda event in Wushu at the Asian Games 2026. Winning three medals at three consecutive Asian Games is a remarkable achievement and historic milestone for Indian wushu. May your inspiring journey continue with many more proud moments, the President wrote. Roshibina defeated Macaos Chu Man Sin 5-0 in the quarterfinals and followed it up with a 2-0 victory over Indonesias Thania Kusumaningtyas in the semifinals. She then lost 0-2 to Chinas Xiaoyu Zhang in the gold-medal bout. The silver marked Roshibinas third consecutive Asian Games medal. She had won bronze at the 2018 Jakarta Games before upgrading it to silver at Hangzhou in 2023. Her achievement also took Indias overall Wushu medal tally at the Asian Games to 11, comprising one gold, two silver and eight bronze medals. Roshibinas career has also been recognised with the Arjuna Award and the International Wushu Federations Female Wushu Athlete of the Year (Sanda) honour. She had initially missed out on Indias seven-member Wushu squad after losing the trials to Divyanshi Choudhary but returned to the team after Divyanshi was ruled out due to injury. Indias medal tally stood at 14, one gold, six silver and seven bronze, following the rowing and Wushu medals on Thursday.
Delhi horror: Phones of three gang rape accused who posed as cops, sent for FSL examination
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 24 (IANS) The Delhi Police on Thursday sent the mobile phones of the three accused in the Aastha Kunj gang rape case to the Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL) for examination as investigators probe the digital activity and conspiracy by the three men who posed as cops. Police sources said investigators suspect that the accused may have recorded videos of the 17-year-old victim. Several pornographic videos have also reportedly been recovered from the mobile phone of accused Asif. According to sources, the search histories of two other accused, Mukesh and Hemant, had allegedly been deleted. Investigating agencies are examining the digital activity and footprints of all three accused to determine their movements, communication and activities before and after the alleged incident. Police suspect that the accused may have conspired before targeting the minor on Monday evening. Criminal conspiracy charges have been added to the FIR following the recovery of a pistol, knife and condoms from Asif's possession. Investigators are also examining whether Asif had previously carried weapons and whether he had allegedly targeted other women in the park or nearby areas in a similar manner. According to police sources, the accused posed as police personnel to influence and intimidate the girl and her friend. They reportedly used terms such as 'sir' and threatened them while claiming to be policemen before allegedly assaulting the girl. The investigation has also revealed that the accused brothers allegedly went to a food shop after the incident. They subsequently returned to their home in Srinivaspuri, where they allegedly washed their clothes in an attempt to destroy evidence, sources said. The victim was also threatened with consequences if she disclosed the incident to anyone. She later narrated the incident to her friend, who called the Police Control Room and informed the authorities. The incident took place earlier this week when the girl and her 17-year-old friend visited Aastha Kunj Park after offering prayers at Kalkaji Mandir on the occasion of her 17th birthday. They entered the park through Gate No. 7, where the accused trio allegedly spotted them. According to sources, the three men followed the girls for nearly a kilometre before confronting them while allegedly posing as police personnel. They reportedly used police-like language to convince the victims that they were officers. One of the accused, Asif, 32, a vegetable wholesaler, is being described by investigators as a key accused in the case. He reportedly lived near Aastha Kunj Park and allegedly frequently visited secluded areas around the park. Officials said a pistol, knife and condoms were recovered from his possession during the investigation. Police are examining whether these items were carried in connection with the alleged crime. The investigation is also examining the roles of the other accused, including Hemant, 24, who is reportedly an advocate, and his brother Mahesh, 24, a final-year B.Sc. Mathematics student.
Election Commission is facing a crisis of trust
New Delhi, September 24, 2026 The Election Commission of India (ECI), one of the countrys most important constitutional institutions, is facing an unusually intense debate over transparency, voter-roll revision and institutional decision-making. At the centre of the controversy is the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. The Commission says the exercise is intended to ensure that no eligible citizen is left out and no ineligible person is included in the electoral roll. The issue is bigger than any individual election. It concerns a basic democratic principle. Can citizens have confidence that their right to remain on the electoral roll
Delhi HC grants bail to Masasasong AO in PMLA case after 3 years
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Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 24 (IANS) The Supreme Court Collegium, headed by Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant, has recommended the appointment of 12 additional judges as permanent judges in the high courts of Gauhati, Uttarakhand, Kerala and Andhra Pradesh. In a statement issued on Thursday, the apex court Collegium said that in its meeting held on September 23, it approved the proposal for the appointment of Justice Kaushik Goswami as Permanent Judge of the Gauhati High Court. The Supreme Court Collegium, in its meeting held on 23rd September, 2026, has approved the proposal for appointment of Shri Justice Kaushik Goswami, Additional Judge as Permanent Judge of the Gauhati High Court, the statement said. In a separate statement, the apex court Collegium approved the appointment of Justice Subhash Upadhyay as a Permanent Judge of the Uttarakhand High Court. The Supreme Court Collegium, in its meeting held on 23rd September, 2026, has approved the proposal for appointment of Shri Justice Subhash Upadhyay, Additional Judge as Permanent Judge of the High Court of Uttarakhand, it said. The top court Collegium also approved the proposal for the appointment of five Additional Judges as Permanent Judges of the Kerala High Court. The judges are Justice P. Krishna Kumar, Justice K.V. Jayakumar, Justice Muralee Krishna S., Justice Jobin Sebastian and Justice P.V. Balakrishnan. For the Andhra Pradesh High Court, the Supreme Court Collegium approved proposals for the appointment of five Additional Judges as Permanent Judges. They are Justice Maheswara Rao Kuncheam @ Kuncham, Justice Thoota Chandra Dhana Sekar @ T.C.D. Sekhar, Justice Challa Gunaranjan, Justice Avadhanam Hari Haranadha Sarma and Dr Justice Yadavalli Lakshmana Rao. The Supreme Court Collegium, in its meeting held on 23rd September, 2026, has approved the proposals for appointment of the following Additional Judges as Permanent Judges of the High Court of Andhra Pradesh, the statement said. The Chief Justice and Judges of the High Courts are appointed by the President under clause (1) of Article 217 of the Constitution. While recommending the appointment of an Additional Judge as a Permanent Judge, the Chief Justice of the High Court is required to furnish detailed statistics, including month-wise disposal of cases and judgments delivered by the judge concerned, as well as the number of cases reported in law journals, duly certified by them. The data must also include information regarding the total number of working days, the number of days the judge actually attended court, and the days of absence during the relevant period for which disposal statistics are submitted. Additional Judges are appointed by the President under clause (1) of Article 224 of the Constitution.
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'Noteworthy achievement': PM Modi hails Roshibina for her third consecutive Asian Games medal
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 24 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi has lauded Indian Wushu player Roshibina Devi on winning her third consecutive medal at the Asian Games after clinching a silver in womens 60kg sanda event at the Asian Games 2026 on Thursday. After winning silver in Aichi-Nagoya, Roshibina became the first Indian to win medals in wushu in three consecutive editions of the continental showpiece. Congratulations to Naorem Roshibina Devi on winning the silver medal in the Womens Sanda 60kg event. This is a noteworthy achievementwinning medals in 3 consecutive Asian Games. Her consistency, courage and determination are truly commendable. Best wishes for all future endeavours, PMO shared on X. Roshibina made her first Asian Games podium with bronze at Jakarta 2018, before upgrading to silver at Hangzhou 2023 and matching that result at Aichi-Nagoya 2026. Her Hangzhou medal had made Roshibina only the second Indian to win an Asian Games silver in wushu after Wangkhem Sandhyarani Devi, who finished runner-up in the womens 60kg sanda at Guangzhou 2010. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh also heaped praise on Roshibina and posted on X, A historic moment for Indian Wushu as Naorem Roshibina Devi secures the Silver Medal in the Womens 60kg Sanda event at the Asian Games 2026. She has become the first Indian Wushu athlete to win medals at three consecutive Asian Games, a remarkable testament to her consistency and determination. Heartiest congratulations to Naorem Roshibina Devi on this outstanding achievement. Her performance will inspire a new generation of Indian athletes to strive for excellence, he added. The Prime Minister also praised rowers Satnam Singh and Salman Khan for bagging bronze in men's double sculls. Satnam Singh and Salman Khan in the Mens Double Sculls, earning India a well-deserved bronze medal. Their composure and coordination stood out. May this achievement inspire them to scale even greater heights in the years ahead, he wrote in another post. Satnam and Salman clocked 6:13.25s to finish third behind Chinas Xudi Yi and Yide Nie, who won the gold with 6:09.77s, and Uzbekistans Pavel Sorin and Mekhrojbek Mamatkulov clinched the silver in 6:10.49s. This is Satnam's second medal at the Asian Games. He was part of the Indian men's quadruple sculls crew that won the bronze medal at the Hangzhou Asian Games in 2023. He returned to help India secure a place on the podium despite suffering a physical setback during an earlier race at the Games.
President Murmu, Vice President Radhakrishnan condole deaths in Greater Noida bus fire
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 24 (IANS) President Droupadi Murmu and Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan on Thursday expressed grief over the tragic bus fire on the Yamuna Expressway in Greater Noida that claimed nine lives and left several others injured. President Murmu took to social media 'X' and said, The news of the deaths of people in a fire that broke out in a bus on the Yamuna Expressway in Uttar Pradesh is extremely heartbreaking. I express my deepest condolences to the bereaved families. I pray for the swift recovery of those injured in this accident. Vice President Radhakrishnan said, Deeply saddened by the tragic bus fire in Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh, which has claimed precious lives. My heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families. Praying for the speedy recovery of those injured in the incident. Earlier in the day, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath announced financial assistance of Rs 2 lakh each for the families of those who lost their lives in the Greater Noida double-decker bus fire and Rs 50,000 each for the injured. Nine people, including a woman, were charred to death and several were seriously injured after a massive fire broke out in a double-decker bus in Greater Noida, officials said. Earlier in the day, CM Yogi expressed condolences to the families of those who lost their lives. He assured all possible assistance to the next of kin. He also directed officials to ensure proper medical treatment for those injured in the accident and wished for their speedy recovery. Preliminary investigations suggest that the fire originated from a spark or blast in the air conditioning system, which ignited the engine's lubricating oil and caused the fire to spread rapidly. The driver and conductor were taken into custody, and a case was registered under relevant sections, officials said. According to officials, the bus, travelling from Kashmiri Gate, New Delhi, towards Uttar Pradesh's Mahoba, caught fire suddenly near the 33 km milestone on the Yamuna Expressway, within the jurisdiction of the Jewar Police Station, triggering panic among passengers, many of whom jumped out of the windows to save themselves. More than 30 passengers were reportedly travelling on the bus when it suddenly caught fire. Nine passengers, including a woman, were trapped inside and burnt alive in the massive blaze. Upon receiving the information, senior police officials, accompanied by the local police force, a rescue tender, and a fire tender stationed at the Jewar Toll Plaza, responded, according to the officials. Four additional fire tenders and a fire service unit immediately rushed to the scene and completely extinguished the fire. According to the officials, more than 20 passengers were safely evacuated. Despite the heavy smoke, the police team and fire service unit made strenuous efforts to enter the bus; it was discovered that nine individuals had died inside, apparently due to burns or suffocation, rescue personnel said. The incident has once again raised questions over the safety arrangements and precautions followed by buses, particularly those operating on long-distance routes. According to a preliminary report, the bus was carrying a large quantity of luggage, including baggage loaded on its roof. The presence of a substantial amount of luggage has also drawn attention in the wake of the fire. Fires involving buses of this nature have occurred in the past as well, raising concerns over passenger safety and the need for adequate emergency arrangements in such vehicles.
Tragedy on Yamuna Expressway: 9 Dead as Sleeper Bus Catches Fire Near Greater Noida
A peaceful overnight journey turned into a scene of unimaginable horror early Thursday morning when a sleeper bus carrying passengers from Delhi to Bihar caught fire on the Yamuna Expressway in Greater Noida, leaving nine people dead. The horrific incident occurred near the 33-kilometre milestone, falling under the jurisdiction of the Jewar police station area. [] The post Tragedy on Yamuna Expressway: 9 Dead as Sleeper Bus Catches Fire Near Greater Noida appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
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Insurance shares fall as IRDAI proposes caps on commissions to encourage policy payment continuation
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 24 (IANS) The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) has proposed a new ceiling for commissions on individual life insurance policies, aiming to curb upfront sales incentives and encourage policyholders to persist with multiyear payment plans. Insurance and insurance-linked stocks fell between 10 per cent to 20 per cent on Thursday in reaction to the draft paper on these distribution reforms. Commission structure for life insurance policies should incentivise distribution persons and entities to nudge policyholders to persist with the multi-year payment plans instead of incentivising first year payment, the regulator said in a consultation paper. IRDAI proposed maximum commission limits for individual non-linked and linked life insurance policies based on the premium payment term (PPT). For PPTs of less than five years, the proposed cap is 5 per cent for distribution entities and 6.25 per cent for agents. In policies with five-year PPT, the caps rise to 10 per cent and 12.5 per cent, respectively. For PPTs of six to eight years the limits would be 14 per cent and 17.5 per cent, respectively. These rise to 18 per cent and 22.5 per cent for nine-year payment terms, and 20 per cent and 25 per cent for PPTs of 10 years or more. The regulator also proposed lower commissions for single premium products and products with tax incentives. For example, first year commission for individual savings policies with a single premium would be capped at 1 per cent for distribution entities and 2 per cent for agents, while single premium pure term policies would see 7.5 per cent and 10 per cent caps. Commissions should be comprehensive, covering incentives, awards, selling expense reimbursements and non-cash benefits, the paper said. The first-year commission could be up to 7.5 per cent for distribution entities and 10 percent for agents in single-premium term policy, while a multi-year premium term policy could allow first-year commission up to 25 per cent for distribution entities and 30 per cent for agents.
Sharp-shooter of Gogi-Deepak Boxer gang arrested by Delhi Police
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Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 24 (IANS) Veteran singer-actress Ila Arun recently had an emotional and nostalgic evening as she attended a special celebration at Prithvi Theatre before heading for a Ganesh Maha Aarti, where she reunited with none other than Hema Malini and Jeetendra. Ila posted pictures with Hema Malini, Jeetendra and other friends from the film and theatre fraternity, while recalling her association with the two veteran actors. In the first picture, Ila Arun is seen posing with Hema Malini. Dressed in a green silk saree and traditional jewellery. Another photograph features Arun with Jeetendra, with the two smiling for the camera at the venue. A third picture captures Arun with Raj Babbar and his daughter Juhi Babbar. Sharing the photographs, Ila Arun wrote, Last night was very emotional & enriching for me. First, I went to Prithvi Theatre for Nadira jis 50 years celebration of Ekjute. I started my Mumbai theatre journey with her in Lower Depths, A View From The Bridge and Yahudi Ki Ladki. For two years I learnt what discipline and theatre truly mean. I had just finished my short course at NSD, and knowing Nadira ji & Raj Babbar ji from Delhi made me feel at home in Mumbai. Later, I went for Ganesh Maha Aarti at Meenu jis place from Gangaur Sweets. Beautifully organised. For me, Gangaur is family. Lovely coincidence aarti was with Hema ji & Jeetu ji. I have worked with both Rihaee with Hema ji and Jaal with Jeetu ji. Time really flies! Ganpati Bappa Morya!- Ila Arun For the uninitiated, Ila Arun and Hema Malini have worked together in Aruna Raje's 1988 film Rihaee. Directed, written and produced by Aruna Raje, the film explored the lives of women in a Gujarat village whose husbands had migrated to cities for work, while examining themes of loneliness, sexuality, relationships and societal double standards. Hema Malini played Taku, while Vinod Khanna, Naseeruddin Shah, Neena Gupta, Ila Arun, Reema Lagoo, Mohan Agashe and Pallavi Joshi were part of the ensemble cast. Arun played Jhumku in the film. The movie released on August 31, 1988, Arun also recalled her association with Jeetendra through Umesh Mehra's 1986 action film Jaal. Produced by F.C. Mehra and Parvesh C. Mehra under the Eagle Films banner, the film featured a large ensemble cast led by Rekha, Mithun Chakraborty, Mandakini and Moon Moon Sen. The film featured music by Anu Malik and included songs such as Raina Bawari Bahi Re, which was sung by Ila Arun.
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Greater Noida bus fire: PM Modi condoles deaths, announces aid for next of kin of deceased
Digital Desk | Greater Noida, Sep 24 (IANS) In the aftermath of the Greater Noida double-decker bus tragedy, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday announced an ex-gratia of Rs. 2 lakh to the next of kin of each deceased and a sum of Rs. 50,000 to the injured. Nine people, including a woman, were charred to death and several were seriously injured after a massive fire broke out in a double-decker bus in Greater Noida, officials said. The Prime Minister's Office (PMO) took to X and said, Distressed to hear about the loss of lives due to a fire tragedy on a bus in Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh. Condolences to those who have lost their loved ones. Praying for the swift recovery of the injured. PM Modi also announced an ex-gratia of Rs. 2 lakh from PMNRF to the next of kin of each deceased and a sum of Rs. 50,000 to the injured. Meanwhile, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath also announced an ex gratia amount of Rs. 2 lakh to the next of kin of each deceased and a sum of Rs. 50,000 to the injured. According to officials, the bus, travelling from Kashmiri Gate, New Delhi, towards UP's Mahoba, caught fire suddenly near the 33 km milestone on the Yamuna Expressway, within the jurisdiction of the Jewar Police Station, triggering panic among passengers, many of whom jumped out of the windows to save themselves. More than 30 passengers were reportedly travelling on the bus when it suddenly caught fire. Nine passengers, including a woman, were trapped inside and burnt alive in the massive blaze. Upon receiving the information, senior police officials, accompanied by the local police force, a rescue tender, and a fire tender stationed at the Jewar Toll Plaza, responded, according to the officials. Four additional fire tenders and a fire service unit immediately rushed to the scene and completely extinguished the fire. Preliminary investigations suggest that the fire originated from a spark or blast in the bus's air conditioning system, which ignited the engine's lubricating oil and caused the fire to spread rapidly. The driver and conductor were taken into custody, and a case was registered under relevant sections, officials said. A case has been registered under relevant sections regarding the incident, and both the driver and the conductor have been taken into custody. Further necessary legal proceedings are underway, officials said. Further detials are awaited.
No matter how much power we gain, BJP won't leave path of service: PM Modi
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Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 24 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday interacted with participants of the Seva Sankalp Yatra travelling from Vadnagar to Varanasi and emphasised that service should remain the primary duty of those in public life. The Seva Yatris are travelling from Vadnagar to Varanasi in 10 groups on a bike yatra, engaging communities through initiatives focused on service, public outreach, youth participation, social welfare, cultural connect and grassroots mobilisation. Yatra is currently underway and will end on October 7, with the teams travelling from Vadnagar to Varanasi and from Varanasi to Vadnagar. During the interaction, participants shared their experiences of connecting with people during the yatra and encouraging them to join the NaMo App. They also spoke about receiving blessings from beneficiaries of government schemes, including the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana. Interacting with the Seva Yatris through video conferencing, PM Modi said that the message of service should be conveyed through actions rather than words. I would say the same to all my colleagues: please take care of yourselves as well. Service should be our primary duty, and while serving, we should convey the message of service. We should not preach about service; we should convey its message through our actions, he said. Through our own conduct, people should see that no matter how powerful we become in politics, or how high a position we attain, our path will always remain the path of service, PM Modi added. PM Modi also shared an old saying about the spiritual merit associated with undertaking a journey and paying respects to those who complete it. There is an old saying that when someone returns from a journey, and you offer them your salutations, half the spiritual merit earned from that journey is transferred to the person who pays their respects. So today, by bowing to all these Seva Yatris, I, too, am stealing half of that merit, he said. PM Modi said Vadnagar and Varanasi were two ancient and historic cities, describing Vadnagar as his birthplace and Varanasi as his karmabhoomi, or the land where he had dedicated his life to service. Kashi holds the blessings of Baba Vishwanath, while Vadnagar is a land blessed by Hatkeshwar Mahadev. You are all spearheading a massive campaign of service connecting these two cities, he said. Recalling his days as a BJP worker, PM Modi said he had participated in and organised several yatras and was aware of the difficulties faced by participants, including challenges posed by weather and changing locations. He said the spirit of service had inspired several initiatives, including the Ayushman Bharat scheme, and stressed that politics and elections were separate from the broader objective of nation-building. Politics is at one place, elections are at one place, but we are here for Rashtra Nirman, he said. PM Modi said the country was working towards the resolution of Viksit Bharat and emphasised the role of young people in achieving the goal by 2047. By 2047, we will have to strengthen the youths role. Today, the younger generation is the maker of Viksit Bharat. They will also be its beneficiaries, he said. PM Modi further said that it feels like wherever you are going, you are building bridges of dialogue and public participation It feels like wherever you are going, you are building bridges of dialogue and public participation. Discussions in several Jan Sabhas, interactions with beneficiaries, tree plantation programmes, programmes related to cleanliness, participation in cultural events, interactions with social media influencers, and efforts to expand the social media network-all these activities carried out in the spirit of service are remembered by people, and people give their blessings. For me, people have always been the greatest source of energy in my life. And today, as you are travelling, you may never have imagined that you would receive blessings from such diverse groups of people, he said. PM Modi further said that when there is a spirit of service, the Jyotigram Yojana is born There is a resolve to uphold the principle of 'Nagrik Devo Bhava', citizens are like God. And in Gujarat, people have truly experienced this. When there is a spirit of service, the Jyotigram Yojana is born. When there is a spirit of service in ones heart, initiatives like the Sujalam Sufalam Yojana bring about a water revolution, he added. Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav and Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma were also present during the interaction. Meanwhile, one of the participants, Hemang, welcomed the Seva Yatris and said the journey was aimed at carrying forward the message of service and inspiring the younger generation. Under the Seva Sankalp Yatra, I warmly welcome all the travellers. From 2001 to 2026, through your public life, you have given the countrys youth a lesson that no matter what the position is, the commitment to serve is the greatest, he said. Hemang said the BJP had organised the yatra, with participants travelling through 159 villages. He added that those travelling from Vadnagar to Varanasi would perform Jalabhishek in Varanasi, while participants travelling from Kashi would perform Jalabhishek in Vadnagar. At every stop, we are doing 25 different works, he said.
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NEET-PG 2026 examination results are likely to be declared soon by NBEMS: Sources
New Delhi , September 24 : The NEET-PG results are expected to be announced soon by the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS). According to sources to ANI, NEET-PG examination results expected to be declared any time soon. The NEET-PG examination was conducted on 30th August, 2026. The National Board of Examinations conducted a re-examination on September 05 of affected centres in Jaipur. According to the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, statement on NEET-PG 2026 examination NEET-PG 2026 Successfully Conducted Nationwide with Robust Security and Real-Time Monitoring. Examination held for 2.73 lakh candidates across 1,111 centres in 339 cities, covering all 36 States/UTs; over 2.65 lakh candidates appeared. Examination for 2,445 Candidates Affected by Technical Disruption at Sitapura Centres in Jaipur on 5th September 2026. According to the statement given by President Dr Abhijat Sheth after the examination, The number of candidates were 2,56,980, out of which 2,63,535 candidates successfully completed their examination. There were no complaints regarding paper leaks, question leaks, hacking, or cybercrime. All stakeholders, including state governments, state police, experts and faculty members from across the country, provided excellent cooperation, ensuring the exam was conducted in a fair and transparent manner. He also spoke about the information regarding re-examination at Sitapur centre in Jaipur, I wish to specifically inform you of one issue: at the Sitapura centre in Jaipur, where a total of 2,440 candidates were taking the exam, an internal power supply problem prevented the completion of the test; despite repeated efforts, the issue could not be resolved. Consequently, to maintain the sanctity of the examination, we had to postpone the exam at that centre; we regret that the candidates there will have to retake the test... we will conduct it next week following a proper announcement. We assure them that the examination will be held in the same manner and that we will ensure their scores and performance are not adversely affected, this is our guarantee... Further, TCS iON also issued a statement on power failures at the Jaipur examination centre, attributing the disruption to unknown local electrical issues.
Nine killed, 20 rescued as bus catches fire in Greater Noida
Noida: Nine passengers were killed after a bus travelling from Delhi to Mahoba in Bihar caught fire on the Yamuna Expressway in Greater Noida, officials said on Thursday, September 24. They said 20 passengers were rescued safely during the incident that took place on the intervening night of Wednesday and Thursday. Chief Fire Officer Pradeep 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 .
Yamuna Expressway bus fire: FIR says driver refused to stop bus, ignored warning of passengers
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Nine passengers tragically died after a sleeper bus travelling from Delhi to Bihar caught fire on the Yamuna Expressway in Greater Noida early Thursday. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has extended condolences and directed officials to ensure proper treatment for the injured.
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Punjab govt moves HC against ED raids; court-appointed warrant officer to submit report today
Digital Desk | Chandigarh, Sep 24 (IANS) The Punjab government has approached the Punjab and Haryana High Court, challenging the ongoing Enforcement Directorate searches at the Greater Mohali Area Development Authority (GMADA) and other locations in the state, prompting the court to appoint a warrant officer to monitor the operations. The matter came up for an urgent hearing before Justice Sanjay Vashisth late Wednesday night, with the proceedings continuing till early hours. The high court appointed a senior-rank warrant officer and authorised him to visit the search locations at any time. He has been directed to submit a status report to the court by 2 p.m. on Thursday. The court was informed during the hearing that ED search and seizure operations were underway and that some senior government functionaries had allegedly been detained. The state also submitted that the ongoing action had brought government functioning to a standstill. The court directed the Chandigarh Director General of Police and the Mohali Senior Superintendent of Police to make necessary security arrangements for the warrant officer. The ED searches, being carried out under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, began at the GMADA headquarters in Mohali, near here, on Tuesday and were extended to several other locations in Punjab, Chandigarh, Panchkula and Delhi. The agency is probing alleged irregularities in land acquisition, changes in land use and financial concessions extended to private real estate entities. The ED has alleged that the suspected undue gains to private entities and corresponding loss to the exchequer could exceed Rs 100 crore. The searches have also covered premises linked to Tirupati Infraprojects Pvt Ltd and associated companies. The agency has been examining records relating to land acquired by GMADA and decisions concerning changes in land use and dues payable to the authority. The ED action has triggered a political confrontation between the ruling Aam Aadmi Party and the BJP-led Centre. The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has accused the Central government of using investigative agencies to put pressure on Punjab officials, allegations which have not been established by the court. The AAP on Wednesday said the BJP has lost political ground in Punjab, and is now resorting to Central agencies to intimidate Punjabis and AAP leaders. It said the Centre is trying to disrupt GMADAs functioning and create hurdles for the Bhagwant Mann governments welfare schemes, including the Mawan Dheeyan Satkar Yojna. Central agencies cannot manufacture political support for Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the BJP in Punjab, the party said. In a statement, the AAP said Arvind Kejriwals exposure of the Election Commissions functioning had further rattled the Modi government, which was now resorting to pressure tactics against Punjabis. It said the BJP and the Centre were simultaneously trying to create hurdles in the functioning of GMADA and obstruct the governments welfare initiatives. The BJP is unable to stop the welfare schemes through political means, so attempts are now being made to create administrative pressure and obstacles. The people of Punjab will not allow these tactics to succeed, the AAP said. The party said the BJP could deploy as many agencies as it wanted, but neither raids nor intimidation could weaken the resolve of Punjabis. AAP will stand with Punjab and fight every attempt to obstruct the functioning of the Bhagwant Mann government, stop its welfare schemes or suppress the voice of the people, the party added.
Greater Noida bus fire: Driver, conductor in custody; AC blast suspected cause
Digital Desk | Greater Noida, Sep 24 (IANS) After the fire in a double-decker bus in Greater Noida killed nine on Thursday, the driver and conductor were taken into custody, and a case was registered under relevant sections, officials said. Preliminary investigations suggest that the fire originated from a spark or blast in the bus's air conditioning system, which ignited the engine's lubricating oil and caused the fire to spread rapidly. Nine people, including a woman, were charred to death and several were seriously injured after a massive fire broke out in a double-decker bus in Greater Noida, officials said. According to officials, the bus, travelling from Kashmiri Gate, New Delhi, towards UP's Mahoba, caught fire suddenly near the 33 km milestone on the Yamuna Expressway, within the jurisdiction of the Jewar Police Station, triggering panic among passengers, many of whom jumped out of the windows to save themselves. The Jewar Police are making efforts to identify the deceased. A case has been registered under relevant sections regarding the incident, and both the driver and the conductor have been taken into custody. Further necessary legal proceedings are underway, officials said. More than 30 passengers were reportedly travelling on the bus when it suddenly caught fire. Nine passengers, including a woman, were trapped inside and burnt alive in the massive blaze. Upon receiving the information, senior police officials, accompanied by the local police force, a rescue tender, and a fire tender stationed at the Jewar Toll Plaza, responded, according to the officials. Four additional fire tenders and a fire service unit immediately rushed to the scene and completely extinguished the fire. According to the officials, more than 20 passengers were safely evacuated. Despite the heavy smoke, the police team and fire service unit made strenuous efforts to enter the bus; it was discovered that nine individuals had died inside, apparently due to burns or suffocation, rescue personnel said. The incident has once again raised questions over the safety arrangements and precautions followed by buses, particularly those operating on long-distance routes. According to a preliminary report, the bus was carrying a large quantity of luggage, including baggage loaded on its roof. The presence of a substantial amount of luggage has also drawn attention in the wake of the fire. Fires involving buses of this nature have occurred in the past as well, raising concerns over passenger safety and the need for adequate emergency arrangements in such vehicles.
GMR Hospitality wins bid for operating F&B outlets at T3 IGIA, New Delhi
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India gets 'strategic partner' status in Pacific Islands Forum: Jaishankar
India has been placed on the strategic partner stream in the Pacific Islands Forum, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said, describing it as a positive development that will contribute to the deepening of Delhi's cooperation with the region. Jaishankar co-chaired the India-FIPIC (Forum for India-Pacific Islands cooperation) Foreign Ministers' meeting Wednesday at the Permanent Mission of India to the UN on the margins of the 81st Session of the UN General Assembly. At the meeting, Jaishankar said he was glad to receive a letter from Secretary General of the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) Baron Waqa informing him that India has been placed on the Strategic Partner Stream in the PIF. This is a positive development, and I'm sure that it would contribute to the further deepening of our cooperation. Founded in 1971, the Pacific Islands Forum comprises 18 members: Australia, Cook Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, Fiji, French Polynesia, Kiribati, Naoero, New Caledonia, New
Delhi Police is investigating the sexual assault of a minor near Kalkaji Temple involving three men. The accused allegedly posed as police officers to threaten the minor and her friend. Following the incident, a PCR call was made, and the girl underwent a medical examination. Evidence including a pistol and condoms were found with the main accused, Asif, during the investigation.
Drove an Uber in Delhi, rower Salman Khan now has an Asian Games medal
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Wanted snatcher arrested with pistol, stolen bike after police encounter in Ghaziabad
Digital Desk | Ghaziabad, Sep 24 (IANS) A wanted snatcher, Aamir Ali alias Aman, was arrested following an encounter with the police in the Indirapuram area of Uttar Pradesh's Ghaziabad, officials said on Thursday. According to the police, a team from the Indirapuram Police Station was checking suspicious vehicles and individuals at the Sector 1 Vasundhara T-point when a man riding a motorcycle approached the area from the Hindon side. On noticing the police, the suspect turned his motorcycle around and attempted to flee. The police team chased him, following which the accused, after realising that he had been surrounded, allegedly opened fire at the policemen. The police retaliated, during which the accused sustained a bullet injury to his leg. He was subsequently apprehended and taken to a hospital for treatment. ACP Suryabali Maurya said the arrested accused was identified as 24-year-old Aamir Ali alias Aman, a resident of Chilla village in Mayur Vihar Phase 1, Delhi. He was wanted in connection with a case registered at the Indirapuram Police Station. The police recovered a stolen motorcycle, a .315-bore pistol, one empty cartridge, one live cartridge and a piece of yellow metal from his possession. According to the police, the recovered piece of yellow metal is suspected to be linked to an incident reported in the Kavinagar police station area. During interrogation, the accused confessed to his involvement in several incidents of chain snatching, mobile phone snatching and motorcycle theft in Delhi-NCR and Ghaziabad. Police said he carried out the crimes along with his associate, Suhail. Nearly a dozen cases, including those related to robbery, snatching, theft, the Arms Act and the Gangster Act, have been registered against Aamir in Delhi-NCR, police said. The police are currently investigating Suhail's role and probing other cases allegedly linked to the accused.
9 Dead as Bus Catches Fire on Yamuna Expressway in Greater Noida
The bus was headed to Bihar from Delhi and it caught fire in the intervening night
Flight to Sri Lanka Makes Emergency Landing at Chennai
Following instructions from Delhi, the airport authorities of Chennai airport made immediate arrangements for a safe landing
Vivek Joshi & SS Sandhu: The 2 Election Commissioners Who Raised Objections Over SIR, Form-6
Vivek Joshi and Sukhbir Singh Sandhu, two of Indias three Election Commissioners, are in the spotlight amid the ongoing debate over the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. A report by The Indian Express said the two Commissioners had raised objections over issues including voter registration, deletion of names, electoral database access and changes to Form 6. Joshi, a 1989-batch IAS officer, joined the Election Commission in February 2025 after holding senior positions in the Haryana and Central governments. Sandhu, a 1988-batch IAS officer, joined the poll panel in March 2024 after serving as Uttarakhand Chief Secretary and NHAI Chairman. Sandhu was also issued a notice during the SIR exercise in Delhi over a mismatch between his name on the enumeration form and the electoral roll.
Banks to remain open on Sunday in view of three day strike
New Delhi: All banks, including Regional Rural Banks, will remain open on Sunday, September 27, for the convenience of customers in view of a strike called by the United Forum of Bank Unions (UFBU), the finance ministry said in a statement on Wednesday. The UFBU, which claims to represent 90 per cent of the banking 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 .
9 Killed, Many Injured As Tourist Bus Catches Fire In Greater Noida
Greater Noida Bus Fire: According to reports, the bus was travelling from Delhi to Uttar Pradesh's Mahoba when a fire broke out.
Minor girl raped at Delhi hotel by social media friend; accused on the run
The political map of Meghalaya changed in a single afternoon in Delhi. Eight sitting MLAs of the United Democratic Party the states oldest regional party formally joined the Bharatiya Janata Party on Wednesday, raising the BJPs strength from 2 to 10 in the 60-member Assembly. On paper, it is a routine defection in [] The post Great UDP Exodus first appeared on Highland Post .
At least 35 passengers were travelling from Delhi to Mahua in Uttar Pradeshs Jhansi district when the bus caught fire near the 33-km marker around 11 p.m.; survivors describe a smoke-filled bus and a frantic struggle to escape
Most unsafe place at all times: LSR students hold march for safety in Delhi
India weather news: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast heavy to extremely heavy rainfall in several parts of India on September 24, with southern states, along with Chhattisgarh, Vidarbha and Odisha, likely to witness intense rain. Several regions may also experience thunderstorms, lightning, gusty winds and squally conditions. Delhi, however, is unlikely to receive rainfall on September 24, with the weather agency issuing no warning for the national capital.
PM Modi to interact with 'Seva Yatris' travelling from Vadnagar to Varanasi
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 24 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to interact with participants in the 'Seva Yatra' on Thursday, as 10 groups of 'Seva Yatris' continue their motorcycle journey from Gujarat's Vadnagar to Varanasi. The event will be held at around 9 a.m. The Prime Minister is scheduled to address the participants via video conferencing. As part of the 'Seva Sankalp Abhiyan', organised by the BJP to mark PM Modi's 25 years in public life, the 'Seva Yatra' kicked off on September 17. The participants are travelling through towns, districts, talukas and villages, with the programme focusing on taking community service and public engagement activities to the grassroots. The organisers said the journey is not limited to a motorcycle expedition, but is designed to bring together service, communication, youth participation, social welfare, cultural connect and community mobilisation at different locations along the route. 10 groups are undertaking the Vadnagar-to-Varanasi journey. BJP leaders said the two-way motorcycle yatras between Vadnagar and Varanasi involve young participants travelling across multiple states, districts and villages. During the journey, the Seva Yatris have engaged with local communities and participated in service-oriented activities. These have included cleanliness drives and interactions with beneficiaries and residents, as well as activities at schools, hospitals, nursing homes, and other community locations. The journey is scheduled to continue until October 7. The broader campaign was launched from Vadnagar on September 17 by Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, with the Vadnagar-to-Varanasi bike yatra being flagged off as part of the initiative. The interaction with the Prime Minister on Thursday will give the Seva Yatris a chance to share their experiences from the journey, which is intended to connect youth participation and community service across the locations covered by the teams. The wider motorcycle initiative includes journeys in both directions between Vadnagar, associated with PM Modi's early life, and Varanasi, his Lok Sabha constituency.
Dangers unseen: Unprotected and unlit, Delhi parks fail safety tests after dark
Delhi minor rape case: Neighbours claim accused fought over petty issues
Residents of Sriniwaspuri Extension have voiced their unease concerning two brothers allegedly involved in a gang rape. Locals described the brothers as unfriendly and noted their absence from any visible work. The police revealed that, along with an accomplice, they exploited their familiarity with a nearby park for the crime. Meanwhile, the brothers' father accused law enforcement of fabricating charges without solid proof.
Minor Raped In Delhi Hotel By Man She Befriended On Social Media: Cops
According to the police, the girl and the accused are residents of the Wazirabad area and had become acquainted through social media.
Delhi Cops Review Security At LSR College After Gangrape Near Campus
The senior police officers held discussions with the college administration regarding the security of students and reviewed arrangements around the campus.
Several feared dead after moving bus catches fire on Yamuna Expressway
A passenger bus caught fire on the Yamuna Expressway, leading to panic among those on board. Passengers reported difficulty escaping due to heavy smoke and overcrowding in the bus. Many scrambled to get out as the fire spread, creating a chaotic situation. Initial fears suggested that several passengers may have been trapped inside. Further details on the cause of the fire and any potential casualties are still awaited.
CJP to take up issue of ECI reforms as CEC Gyanesh Kumar faces flak
The CJP has cancelled its programmes scheduled for Thursday (September 24, 2026) and said its leadership would address a press conference in Delhi on the Hijacking of India's Democracy at noon.
Woman drugged, raped on pretext of job in Delhi's Mandawali, accused threatened to leak video
A 41-year-old woman was allegedly drugged and raped on the pretext of offering her a job in east Delhi's Mandawali area and later blackmailed with a purported video of the act, police said on Wednesday. A case has been registered in connection with the incident, and raids are being conducted to apprehend the accused, who is currently absconding.
