Rs 62 Lakh Fraud: Three Arrested In Delhi
Delhi Police have arrested three individuals in two separate commercial fraud cases totalling Rs 62.68 lakh. Two accused allegedly defrauded garment suppliers of Rs 45 lakh, while a third cheated a medical supplies firm of Rs 17.68 lakh using fabricated bank transfer screenshots. Investigations are ongoing, with links to other cases being examined.
PM Modi hails ITBP Himveers for valour and sacrifices on Raising Day
New Delhi, Oct 24: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday lauded the exceptional courage, determination and selfless service of the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) personnel, popularly known as Himveers, as he extended greetings to the force on its Raising Day, paying tribute to their contribution to safeguarding the nations security. In a message posted [] The post PM Modi hails ITBP Himveers for valour and sacrifices on Raising Day appeared first on Northlines .
Delhi Education Minister Responds to AAPs Allegations on Book Purchases
Delhis Education Minister Ashish Sood defends book purchase practices amid AAPs accusations of corruption, emphasizing transparency and quality. Delhi Education Minister Responds to AAPs Allegations on Book Purchases
ESIC Delhi announces 40 job vacancies for senior residents and specialists, with interviews scheduled for November 3, 2026. ESIC Delhi Offers 40 Job Openings for Senior Residents and Specialists with Walk-In Interviews on November 3
Burnt body of Class 12 student found behind guard room at Delhi school
An 18-year-old girl was discovered burnt behind the guard room of a school in Krishna Nagar. Police received a call regarding the fire incident and promptly arrived at the scene. They conducted preliminary proceedings and collected materials from the spot, including the victim's school bag. A crime team thoroughly inspected the location to gather evidence for the ongoing investigation.
Navdeep credits SAI, JLN Stadium training facilities for Asian Para Games bronze
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 24 (IANS) Indian para-athlete Navdeep Singh has credited the training environment and support at the Sports Authority of Indias Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in New Delhi for helping him prepare for the Asian Para Games 2026, where he won bronze in the mens javelin throw F40/F41 event. Navdeep, who finished fourth at the previous edition in 2022, said training alongside fellow Indian athletes at the stadiums main track helped him acclimatise to the competitive environment ahead of the Games in Aichi-Nagoya. India finished fourth in the overall standings with 114 medals, including 30 gold, 35 silver and 49 bronze, marking its best-ever performance at the continental para-sport event. Para-athletics accounted for 65 of the countrys medals, with 22 gold, 19 silver and 24 bronze. Most of us Asian Games-bound athletes, including me, did our preparations at the JLN Stadium for the Asian Games 2026, Navdeep said after his medal-winning performance. This allowed us to acclimatise and get the feel. Despite the ongoing (Indian Super League) football matches, they kept the Asian Games a priority, which I felt was quite impressive, and that supported me, he added. The Paris Paralympics gold medallist also highlighted the benefits of having access to the main track and dedicated training space, saying it allowed athletes to prepare without unnecessary interruptions or delays. Sprinters need an empty track, so they got a good chance to train inside it. I majorly train at the SAI Regional Centres (Bengaluru, Sonipat and Gandhinagar), where there is not much crowd and I dont have to wait for other athletes to finish their throws. This all happened here at the JLN Stadium too. I could focus on my preparations rather than focusing on rotations and waiting for my turn, Navdeep said, adding that he hoped to return to the facility next season. Navdeep was among 14 medallists at the Asian Para Games who trained at the JLN Stadium ahead of the competition. The group delivered a strong showing across track and field events, winning medals in multiple disciplines. Praveen Kumar won gold in the mens high jump T64, while Sandeep Kumar claimed the mens 400m T64 title with a world-record performance. Pranav Soorma triumphed in the mens club throw F51, and Rinku Hooda topped the mens javelin throw F46 event. Simran Sharma won gold in both the womens 100m and 200m T12, setting Games records in each race. The silver medallists from the training group included Manjeet in the mens javelin F12/F13, Nimisha Chakkungalparambil in the womens long jump T47, Varun Singh Bhati in the mens high jump T63, Preeti Pal in the womens 100m and 200m T35, and Ajeet Singh Yadav in the mens javelin F46. Sandeep Kumar also won bronze in the mens 100m T44, while Sandip Sanjay Sargar secured a bronze in the mens javelin combined-classification event. Anubhav Choudhary finished third in the mens 100m T35, alongside Navdeeps bronze in the javelin. More than 50 other para-athletes also train at the SAI JLN Stadium, which continues to serve as a training base for athletes across disciplines.
VIP culture in hospitals can compromise patient safety: Aiims doctors
Preferential treatment for influential individuals can compromise patient safety and equitable access to healthcare, AIIMS Delhi doctors said, suggesting institutional discussions on uniform policies to safeguard equity in patient care. Pressure from patients or hospital administrators to divert scarce hospital resources can also lead to avoidable complications, Dr M D Ray, Professor of Surgical Oncology at AIIMS, Delhi, and his MCh student Dr Hema Siri Kottu said in an article published in Oncology Reviews. The doctors examined the ethical and clinical challenges posed by what is known as VIP syndrome -- influential patients receiving preferential treatment while deviating from standard medical protocols in resource-constrained settings. While special accommodations for high-profile individuals may be acceptable if they do not compromise access or the quality of care for others, healthcare providers must be vigilant, the authors stated. The authors said documenting and sharing
Why Child Car Seat Safety Matters: Loopie's European Standards
New Delhi [India], October 24: Loopie brings UN ECE R44/04-certified European car seat safety to Indian families with the Loopie Lap, engineered with added side-impact protection to fit both ISOFIX and seat-belt cars on Indian roads.
FIR filed over posters questioning government's performance inside Delhi Metro
An FIR has been registered against unidentified persons after two posters questioning the government's performance and featuring a QR code were found inside a Delhi Metro train on the Airport Express Line. Police seized the posters, and the special cell has joined the investigation.
Delhi court remands content creator Amir Shokeen in five-day police custody in racial abuse case
Police told the court that Shokeen needs to be taken to Ahmedabad for identification and arrest of other persons allegedly involved in the incident
VIP culture in hospitals can compromise patient safety, equitable care: AIIMS doctors
AIIMS Delhi doctors discuss the ethical challenges posed by preferential treatment for VIP patients in healthcare. They emphasize that such practices compromise patient safety and can lead to avoidable complications. Examples of cases illustrate the pressures faced by healthcare providers impacting clinical decisions. The authors recommend implementing stricter admission criteria and equitable resource allocation in healthcare settings. Promoting uniform policies is essential to ensure fairness and trust in patient care.
Modi, Putin push to expand ties as India-Russia eye $100 bn trade by 2030
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin have directed their governments to further expand bilateral cooperation, as India and Russia aim to increase bilateral trade to USD 100 billion by 2030, Ambassador Vinay Kumar has said. In an interview with Russian news agency TASS published on Saturday, Indian envoy Kumar said the two leaders discussed the full range of bilateral relations on the sidelines of the BRICS summit in New Delhi on September 12-13. One of the concrete results of the cooperation was the joint participation of the leaders of our countries in the BRICS business summit, as well as a visit to the Innoprom-India exhibition - the first Russian industrial exhibition held in New Delhi, the Indian envoy told TASS. He said the leaders had directed relevant ministries and agencies to further develop cooperation, including in trade and commerce. Kumar said India and Russia continued to work towards increasing bilateral trade to USD 100 billion and ..
Accused Held For Cheating Delhi Cop Via Social Media
A 26-year-old man has been arrested in Delhi for allegedly defrauding a Delhi Police constable of approximately Rs 24 lakh through a social media investment scam. The accused, Vikrant Kumar alias Vicky Tomar, befriended the constable online, promising high returns, and also faces allegations of outraging her modesty during an in-person meeting.
Todays Gold Rate in India October 24: Gold prices up in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Bengaluru
22, 24 carat Gold prices up across metro cities on October 24
Following a massive electoral roll revision in Delhi that saw nearly 4.76 million names removed from the draft roll on August 31, the Chief Electoral Officers (CEO) office reported on Friday that only 250,754 Form 6 applications were received through October 22. This application tally encompasses both new first-time electors and citizens whose names were [] The post 4.76 Million Names Dropped From Delhi Voter Rolls, but Only 250,000 Form 6 Applications Received So Far appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Petrol and Diesel Price Update, October 24, 2026: Petrol and diesel prices remain an important concern for millions of vehicle owners across India. Whether travelling to work, running a business or planning a long-distance journey, fuel expenses directly affect household budgets and transportation c...
With Delhi's Air Quality Index (AQI) entering the 'poor' category, people who go for morning walks, jogs or outdoor workouts may need to reconsider their routine. Exposure to polluted air can trigger coughing, throat irritation,...
India Weather Update, October 24, 2026: Although the southwest monsoon has withdrawn from much of India, unsettled weather conditions continue to affect several regions. Rainfall, thunderstorms, lightning and strong winds remain possible in parts of the country as changing atmospheric systems influe...
PM Modi, Vladimir Putin direct officials to expand cooperation, target $100 bn trade by 2030: Envoy
Indian envoy Kumar said the two leaders discussed the full range of bilateral relations on the sidelines of the BRICS summit in New Delhi on September 12-13
Gold, silver prices today, 24 October: Check the price of 18K, 22K and 24K gold and 999 Fine silver in Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Kolkata, and Mumbai today.
Dr Sajjan Singh Yadav Appointed J
New Delhi, Oct 24: The Government of India has appointed senior IAS officer Dr Sajjan Singh Yadav as the Chief Secretary of Jammu and Kashmir following his transfer from Delhi to the Union Territory, with the posting taking effect from November 1, 2026, or the date of his joining, whichever is later. According to an [] The post Dr Sajjan Singh Yadav Appointed J&K Chief Secretary appeared first on Northlines .
Delhi Education Minister Ashish Sood has rejected AAP allegations of irregularities in school textbook procurement, claiming the BJP government purchased books at Rs 28 per copy compared with Rs 55 under the previous government. Challenging claims that the new books were smaller, Sood asked reporters to compare the editions and questioned the alleged price difference as a political row over textbook printing and tendering intensified.
Court Orders Trial of Yasin Malik, MP Rashid, Five Others in Money Laundering Case
New Delhi, Oct 24: A Delhi court has ordered the trial of jailed separatist leader Yasin Malik, Baramulla MP Sheikh Abdul Rashid alias Engineer Rashid, and five others in a money laundering case linked to alleged funding from Pakistan through hawala channels for secessionist activities in Jammu and Kashmir. Special Judge Prashant Sharma ordered the [] The post Court Orders Trial of Yasin Malik, MP Rashid, Five Others in Money Laundering Case appeared first on Northlines .
Toxic foam spotted on Yamuna near Kalindi Kunj
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 24 (IANS) Toxic foam was seen floating on the Yamuna River near Okhla Barrage in Delhi on Saturday, with visuals showing a layer of foam spread across the river stretch flowing towards Kalindi Kunj. The sight comes at a time when festivals are approaching, especially Chhath Puja, when people gather on the Yamuna ghats. The development has once again drawn attention to the persistent pollution in the river despite ongoing efforts by the Delhi government to improve its water quality. Visuals from Kalindi Kunj showed foam floating on the surface of the Yamuna, highlighting the continuing challenge of river pollution in the national Capital. The presence of foam on the river has frequently been associated with pollutants, including detergents and untreated wastewater released by industries. However, the specific cause of the foam observed on Saturday has not been independently established. Earlier this month, a major cleanliness and river revival initiative was organised along the Yamuna ghats under the Chalo Yamuna campaign. The drive brought together thousands of young people, Resident Welfare Associations (RWAs), non-governmental organisations (NGOs) and public representatives, who participated in voluntary clean-up activities. Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta led the cleanliness campaign, which was conducted at Yamuna ghats and surrounding areas across all 70 locations in the city. Appealing to residents to become Yamuna Praharis, the Chief Minister said, Cleanliness is not just a campaign but a way of life and ensuring that no waste reaches the Yamuna is our collective responsibility. Meanwhile, Delhis air quality remained in the poor category for the third consecutive day on Saturday, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) recorded at 180, according to the latest data. Pollution levels have risen following Dussehra celebrations, with smoke and unfavourable meteorological conditions contributing to deteriorating air quality across Delhi-NCR. The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) invoked Stage I of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) across Delhi-NCR earlier this week after the AQI slipped into the poor category.
Blind Cricket Asia Cup: India Name 17-member Squad To Defend Title In Dhaka
ICC Blind Cricket World Cup: India have announced a 17-member squad for the second Mens Blind Cricket Asia Cup, scheduled to be held in Dhaka from November 15 to 20, as the defending champions prepare to retain their title after a decade-long gap in the tournament. The Cricket Association for the Blind in India (CABI) confirmed the squad following an intensive 10-day selection and coaching camp, which featured 24 prospects. The selected players will undergo a month-long preparatory camp in Delhi NCR before travelling to Bangladesh for the continental competition. The training programme will focus on batting, bowling, fielding, fitness, conditioning and match strategy. Players were assessed on their performances, fitness levels, technical skills and overall readiness during the selection process. Naresh Tumda, Sanjay Kumar Shah, Debaraj Behera, Ashok Reddy, Praveen Kumar Sharma and Mukesh Kumar Rawat have been selected in the B1 category. The B2 category includes Dunna Venkateshwararao, Rambir Singh, Lokesha, Manish Kumar and Nakula Badanayak, while Durga Rao Tompaki, Sunil Ramesh, Sukhram Majhi, A Ravi, Dinesh Rathva and Deepak complete the squad in the B3 category. Dr Mahantesh G. Kivadasannavar, chairman of CABI, congratulated the selected players and expressed confidence in their preparations. Congratulations to the 17 players selected to represent India at the Mens Blind Cricket Asia Cup 2026. Each has worked hard to earn a place in the national team. We look forward to seeing them build on Indias proud legacy as they prepare to defend the title. I wish the team every success, he said. India won the inaugural Blind T20 Asia Cup, hosted by CABI in Kochi in January 2016, defeating Pakistan by 44 runs in the final. The Indian team scored 208/5 before restricting Pakistan to 164, securing the maiden title. Congratulations to the 17 players selected to represent India at the Mens Blind Cricket Asia Cup 2026. Each has worked hard to earn a place in the national team. We look forward to seeing them build on Indias proud legacy as they prepare to defend the title. I wish the team every success, he said. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Kerala Guvs veg kitchen row: BJP defends Om Prakash Mathur, CPI(M) MP calls order 'horrible'
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 24 (IANS) A controversy over Kerala Governor Om Prakash Mathurs reported decision to make the Lok Bhavan kitchen strictly vegetarian has triggered sharp political reactions, with BJP leaders defending the governors right to decide food arrangements at his residence, while Congress and CPI(M) leaders have questioned the move. Bihar Minister Ram Kripal Yadav said everyone had the freedom to choose what they wanted to eat and cook, describing such choices as part of Indias civilisation and culture. Reacting to the controversy, Ram Kripal Yadav said, Everyone has the freedom to express themselves and to eat and cook what they want. This is part of Indian civilisation and culture. Everyone is free to live according to their own choices, speak their language and practise their religion...Venugopal is trying to unnecessarily target the Lok Bhavan because he has no issue to raise. This is unfortunate. BJP MP Praveen Khandelwal also criticised Congress leader K.C. Venugopal for raising objections to the reported decision. Every individual has the right to decide the arrangements for food at their residence. Lok Bhavan is the residence of the Honble Governor, so he has the right to decide what food arrangements will be followed there. Since the Congress has no issues to raise and is a party without any real issues, if K.C. Venugopal turns even a non-issue into an issue, it clearly reflects the disruption and decline in the Congress political mindset, Khandelwal said. CPI(M) MP V. Sivadasan, however, strongly objected to the reported move. Kerala represents the multicultural character of our nation. India reflects the strength of diversity and the unity that connects us despite our differences. I heard that the Governor of Kerala issued an order allowing only vegetarian food at Lok Bhavan. Everyone has the right to choose their food. How can the Governor direct his employees or staff to consume only vegetarian food? It is a horrible thing, he said. The controversy began on Friday, the first day in office of Om Prakash Mathur, who was sworn in as the 29th Governor of Kerala. Media reports said he had directed that non-vegetarian food should not be prepared or served in the Lok Bhavan kitchen. Sources in the governors office said Mathur was a strict vegetarian and had ordered the change for that reason. They clarified that there was no restriction on the food choices of Lok Bhavan employees. AICC General Secretary, K.C. Venugopal alleged that the governor had overstepped by directing that only vegetarian food be prepared in the kitchen.
India, Russia aim for $100 billion trade by 2030 as Modi, Putin push cooperation
Indian Ambassador Vinay Kumar announced collaboration plans between India and Russia to increase trade significantly. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Vladimir Putin have directed efforts toward enhancing mutual investments. India is ready to provide qualified workers to meet Russia's industry requirements by training specialists. The leaders reviewed these plans during their recent meeting at the BRICS summit in New Delhi.
Modi, Putin Push to Expand Ties, Target $100 Bn Trade by 2030: Envoy
Indian envoy Kumar said the two leaders discussed the full range of bilateral relations on the sidelines of the BRICS summit in New Delhi
Racial abuse video row: Amir Shokeen sent to five-day police custody
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 24 (IANS) A Delhi court on Saturday sent social media influencer Amir Shokeen to five days of police custody in connection with the racial harassment and humiliation case of an individual from Tripura, depicted in a video circulating on social media. The accused was produced in the Tis Hazari Court, which sent him to five days' police custody. The police stated that they still need to recover a mobile phone and travel to Ahmedabad. The defence counsel argued that the exact location is not yet known, only that it is somewhere in Ahmedabad. After hearing both sides, the court granted 5 days of police custody for the accused. Shokeen was arrested by the Delhi Police from the Karol Bagh area on Thursday. This came as the one-day judicial custody ended on Saturday. Earlier on Friday, the Tis Hazari Court had remanded Shokeen to one day judicial custody. According to the police, Shokeen had made the controversial video about a month ago. Earlier, Shokeen apologised after the offensive video surfaced on social media and earned him major backlash. In a Facebook post, Shokeen claimed that the video was scripted and that the man featured in it was known to him. He said the man had previously worked at a friend's cafe in Ahmedabad and described the exchange as a humorous video in which both people were joking. The social media influencer noted that he had no intention of insulting anyone. This is not the first time that an FIR has been filed against Amir Shokeen. Previously, cases under Sections 323, 324, 504, and 506 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) had been registered against the influencer, officials added.
Gold, silver decline sharply on weekly basis as crude prices rise
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 24 (IANS) Gold prices dipped 3.28 per cent on a weekly basis, while silver prices declined 7.83 per cent this week, as rising crude oil prices heightened inflation fears. The rising inflation concerns reinforced expectations that global interest rates will stay higher for longer, prompting a wave of selling across preciousmetals markets. On Friday, MCX gold futures expiring December declined 0.81 per cent while MCX silver futures for December shed 1.75 per cent. Gold futures stood at Rs 1,42,150, while silver futures stood at Rs 1,96,100 per kg. Gold saw its steepest weekly decline since June and slipped below the psychologically important $4,000 per ounce level for the first time since mid-July, analysts said. The selloff in silver intensified over weakness in US technology stocks, particularly AI-linked companies, which triggered margin calls and forced investors to liquidate precious-metal holdings. Meanwhile, crude oil surged to multi-month highs following renewed attacks on Saudi energy infrastructure and shipping routes, while the Indian rupee surrendered its early-week gains amid rising oil prices and renewed dollar demand. However, lower prices encouraged physical gold purchases in India during the Dussehra festival, providing some underlying demand support, while Chinese jewellery demand remained subdued. Market participants forecast that precious metals could remain under pressure if elevated energy prices reinforce inflation concerns and expectations of tighter monetary policy. However, physical demand and any moderation in bond yields could offer support following the recent correction, they said. Markets largely expect the US Fed to keep interest rates unchanged at the October 2728 policy meeting, but expectations of another rate hike in December remain elevated, with traders pricing approximately a 78 per cent probability. Investors are also awaiting the US Personal Consumption Expenditures report next week for additional guidance on inflation and future interest-rate decisions. Immediate resistance for Comex Gold is placed at $4,070$4,100 zone, while support lies at $3,970$4,000 zone, analysts said. For MCX Gold, immediate resistance is placed at Rs 1,43,000Rs 1,43,700 zone, while the support lies at Rs 1,40,000Rs 1,41,000, they added.
Delhi court orders trial of Yasin Malik, Engineer Rashid, five others in money laundering case
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has alleged that proceeds of crime amounting to 8.94 crore were generated and received, routed, transferred, concealed, possessed, acquired and used by the accused through various channels
Australian umpire's Ranji sojourn: Planes overhead at Palam, BKC's red soil pitch
Australian umpire Ben Treloar is experiencing Indian domestic cricket for the first time as part of the BCCI-Cricket Australia exchange programme. From aeroplanes flying overhead at Delhi's Palam ground to Mumbai's red-soil pitch at BKC, the 44-year-old shares his impressions of Indian first-class cricket, the warmth of its people and his growing love for local cuisine, including garlic naan and vada pav.
CTI urges Rahul to defer Nov 1 rally, warns of 10,000 crore trade loss
The Chamber of Trade and Industry (CTI) has urged Congress leader Rahul Gandhi to postpone the INDIA bloc's November 1 rally at Delhi's Ramlila Maidan until after November 10, warning that it could disrupt business worth Rs 10,000 crore during the peak Diwali shopping season. In a letter to Gandhi, the Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha, CTI chairman Brijesh Goyal said the rally could affect wholesale and retail markets around Ramlila Maidan at a time when traders expect heavy customer footfall ahead of Dhanteras and Diwali. Goyal said Delhi records business worth around Rs 25,000 crore across sectors such as gold and silver, electronics, clothing, utensils, dry fruits, sweets, automobiles, property and gift items around Dhanteras, which falls on November 6 this year. Diwali will be celebrated on November 8, followed by Bhai Dooj on November 10. The traders' body said markets generally see increased activity about a week before the festivals, making the timing of the rally a matt
Centre approves 320 PG medical seats in six govt colleges
New Delhi: The Centre has approved 320 postgraduate medical seats across six government medical colleges in Himachal Pradesh, with the Government of India providing financial assistance of around Rs 415 crore, Union Health Minister J P Nadda said on Saturday, October 24. Nadda said he expects the state government to complete the necessary formalities at 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 .
Centre Directs States, UTs to Enforce Ban on Reuse of Single-Use Medical Devices
New Delhi, Oct 24: The Centre has directed all states and Union Territories to strictly enforce a ban on the reuse of single-use medical devices and disposable surgical items in public and private healthcare facilities, warning that the practice poses serious risks to patient safety and may lead to infections, equipment malfunction and overcharging. In [] The post Centre Directs States, UTs to Enforce Ban on Reuse of Single-Use Medical Devices appeared first on Northlines .
Dr Sajjan Singh Yadav appointed J&K chief secretary
Srinagar, Oct 24: The Government of India has transferred Dr Sajjan Singh Yadav, a 1995-batch IAS officer of the AGMUT cadre, from Delhi to Jammu and Kashmir and appointed him as the Union Territorys Chief Secretary. According to an order issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs on October 24, Yadavs posting will take effect from November 1, 2026, or from the date he joins, whichever is later. The order, issued with the approval of the competent authority, was signed by Anish Muraleedharan, Director (S), Ministry of Home Affairs. Copies of the order have been forwarded to the Chief Secretary of Jammu and Kashmir, the Chief Secretary of the National Capital Territory of Delhi and other concerned authorities, including the Lieutenant Governors Secretariat in J&K.
Sonia Gandhi makes debut on X, shares upcoming book
New Delhi: Congress leader Sonia Gandhi on Saturday, October 24, made her debut on social media platform X and put out a video of her upcoming book. Gandhis first book, Belonging a journey of love, in which she shares her memories with Rajiv Gandhi and her journey from her younger days till now, will 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 .
NDA Confident of Victory in Bihar MLC Elections Amidst Political Tensions
Bihars NDA leaders express confidence in winning MLC elections, while addressing concerns over an upcoming rally in Delhi. NDA Confident of Victory in Bihar MLC Elections Amidst Political Tensions
In first X post Sonia Gandhi recalls how her love story with Rajiv Gandhi began in England
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 24 (IANS) Congress Parliamentary Party (CPP) Chairperson Sonia Gandhi has shared a video on social media recalling how her love story with former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi began in 1965 at a small Greek restaurant called The Varsity in Cambridge, England. In her debut post on X, Sonia Gandhi spoke about her upcoming memoir, 'Belonging: A Journey of Love', which is scheduled to be released on November 10. She also shared personal memories of her life with Rajiv Gandhi, offering a glimpse into the early days of their relationship through recollections and old photographs. In a small Greek restaurant in Cambridge, my journey of love began. Rajiv and I created a world filled with love, laughter and memories. On 10th November, I share that world with you, she said. Recalling their first meeting at the Greek restaurant in Cambridge in 1965, Sonia spoke warmly about Rajiv Gandhi and the qualities that attracted her to him. Of course he was very good-looking, she said. She also remembered the difficulties of finding good food in England during those days, explaining that restaurants were relatively few and that she eventually discovered a Greek restaurant frequented by Indian and Italian students. She recalled how the restaurant became the setting for the beginning of their relationship. That is when I met Rajiv; in that very restaurant. When I first met him, I felt almost immediately that he was someone I would really love to be with. And of course, I learned out he felt the same. I remember when I first met him, a common friend introduced us and then we became friends. We used to go to parties with friends, Sonia recalled. Reflecting on Rajiv Gandhi's personality, she said his gentle nature had left a lasting impression on her from the very beginning. He was a very gentle-looking person. Of course he was very good-looking, but that gentleness came through. That was something that really touched me and struck me. I'll never forget when I first met him, she added. Sonia Gandhi's post on X marked her first appearance on the social media platform. Earlier on Thursday, she also joined Instagram, where she shared a message introducing her forthcoming memoir and expressing gratitude for being able to present its first look to readers. Hello everyone, I'm truly grateful to share this moment with you all: the first look of Belonging: A Journey of Love. It is a story of love, duty, loss, and finding a place to belong. I look forward to sharing it with you, Sonia Gandhi wrote in her first Instagram post while sharing the first look of the book. In the video shared on Instagram, Sonia Gandhi is seen receiving the first copies of her book and sharing sweets with her daughter and Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra. The two were also seen hugging. The book is set to launch on November 10, while pre-orders have been opened. The memoir is being published globally by Alfred A. Knopf, with HarperCollins India handling its release in the country. Spanning 544 pages, the book traces Sonia Gandhi's journey from her childhood in post-war Italy to her meeting and eventual relationship with Rajiv Gandhi. It also chronicles the personal tragedies that shaped her life, including the assassinations of former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi and Rajiv Gandhi, and explores her subsequent role in Indian politics.
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 24 (IANS) BJP MP Praveen Khandelwal has urged Leader of the Opposition (LoP) in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, to postpone the Congress partys proposed mega rally at Delhis Ramlila Maidan on November 1, warning that political demonstrations during the peak festive season could cause significant losses to traders and disrupt commercial activities across the national Capital. Khandelwal claimed that recent protests in Delhi had already resulted in estimated business losses of around Rs 4,000 crore. He appealed for the rally to be rescheduled and suggested that a venue in Outer Delhi be considered to minimise the impact on traders livelihoods. The entire country has seen that protests, demonstrations and similar activities in Delhi in recent times have caused business losses of approximately Rs 4,000 crore. The sales for the entire year are one thing, while sales from October to January are another. In such a situation, another rally by Rahul Gandhi will certainly affect businesses and cause significant losses to traders, Khandelwal told IANS. He highlighted Delhis importance as a major trading hub, noting that a large number of buyers from other states visit the national Capital to purchase goods. According to him, rallies and associated restrictions by the administration can discourage these visitors or prevent them from reaching markets, affecting business for multiple reasons. It would be better to postpone this rally, and I would request you all, on behalf of Delhi traders, to let them trade, and a place should be decided for such a protest in Outer Delhi region so it wont affect livelihoods, he added. Earlier in the day, the Chamber of Trade and Industry (CTI), an organisation representing traders and entrepreneurs in Delhi, also wrote to LoP Rahul Gandhi, requesting that the November 1 rally be postponed until after November 10, citing concerns over the peak Diwali shopping season. CTI Chairman Brijesh Goyal warned that traffic diversions, barricading and road closures could disrupt business across major wholesale and retail markets. He estimated that the rallys impact could extend over three to four days, potentially affecting trade worth up to Rs 10,000 crore during the festive period. CTI urged the Congress leadership to consider traders concerns and schedule the rally after the major festive shopping dates.
Understanding the Graded Response Action Plan Amid Rising Pollution Levels in Delhi-NCR
As pollution levels soar, Delhi-NCR implements the Graded Response Action Plan to combat air quality issues. Learn about its stages and regulations. Understanding the Graded Response Action Plan Amid Rising Pollution Levels in Delhi-NCR
Premier League: 'Chelsea are our biggest rivals,' says Tottenham's Sandro ahead of clash
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 24 (IANS) Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Sandro Tonali said the Premier League clash against arc-rivals Chelsea provides his side with an opportunity to get their season back on track, build confidence and give their supporters a result to celebrate. Tottenham will look to build on their 3-1 victory over Coventry City when they take on Chelsea in a highly anticipated London derby on Saturday. Tonali described Chelsea as one of Tottenhams biggest rivals and stressed the importance of maintaining the momentum gained from their first league win of the season. Chelsea are one of our biggest rivals, and this game gives us the perfect opportunity to bounce back, build confidence, and get our season back on track, Tonali told Jio Star. The midfielder said Tottenhams first victory had been a long time coming after a difficult start to their Premier League campaign, adding that the team had shown encouraging signs even during their previous setbacks. We knew that our first win of the season had been a long time coming, so we are delighted to have finally got it. We hadnt made the best start to our Premier League campaign, and after six matches, we finally got our first victory. We are happy for the supporters, players, staff and everyone associated with Tottenham, he said. Tonali pointed to the teams performances against Manchester United and Aston Villa, insisting that the results had not always reflected their efforts on the pitch. We were doing well against Manchester United before the red card, and we played one of our best first halves of the season against Aston Villa. Although we lost that game, our performance was by no means poor, he said. The midfielder acknowledged that facing Chelsea would be a difficult challenge but urged his teammates to stick to their identity and give their all throughout the contest. The game against Chelsea will be very tough, but we have to play to our strengths and stay true to our identity. We must give our all if we want to win this game, he said. Tonali added that the recent run of dropped points had affected the teams confidence but insisted that Tottenham had the quality and character to turn their campaign around. We have a very good team and a strong group of players. We have been playing well and creating plenty of chances in almost every game, but, for various reasons, we were dropping points week after week. Things changed with the win against Coventry, which was an important turning point. Now, we need to build on that momentum and keep winning games, he said. Highlighting the intensity of the London rivalry, Tonali said the occasion carried special significance for supporters of both clubs and demanded a high level of commitment from the players. The rivalry between Tottenham and Chelsea is one of the biggest in English football. You feel it the moment you walk into the field. The fans talk about this game all year, and you can see what it means to them. These are the matches you look forward to as a player, he said. Form and league position do not matter much in a game like this. It is about desire, fight, and who wants it more on the day. We know what is at stake for our supporters, and we want to give them a result to celebrate, he added. Tottenham Hotspur are currently placed at 16th position in the points table with just six points in seven matches, while Chelsea are in the fourth spot with 13 points in seven matches.
Concerns Raised Over Rahul Gandhis Rally Impact on Delhi Traders
BJP MP Praveen Khandelwal warns that Rahul Gandhis rally could harm Delhis traders, citing significant financial losses from recent protests. Concerns Raised Over Rahul Gandhis Rally Impact on Delhi Traders
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 24 (IANS) The controversy over 'Free Kashmir' slogans written on the walls of Jamia Millia Islamia intensified on Saturday, with BJP leaders demanding an investigation and strict action against those responsible. Opposition leaders also called for a probe, while emphasising that Kashmir is an integral part of India. Speaking to IANS, Bihar Minister Ram Kripal Yadav described the slogans as objectionable and alleged that they reflected a separatist mindset. These slogans are certainly objectionable. These are the same people who belong to the gang that wants to divide the country. Only people with such a mindset can write such things. The university will investigate the matter and take strict action against anyone found involved, he said. Bihar BJP President, Sanjay Saraogi, also criticised the slogans, asserting that Kashmir was an inseparable part of India. Kashmir is an integral and inseparable part of India and will remain so forever. Writing Free Kashmir and slogans supporting riot accused Sharjeel Imam on the university walls proves that some anti-national elements are trying to promote separatism under the guise of students, he said. Congress leader Udit Raj called for an investigation to establish who was responsible for writing the slogans. He also demanded that the university administration's accountability be examined. There should be an investigation, and the government should investigate who wrote them. The Vice-Chancellor is also an RSS supporter and a BJP supporter, so the Vice-Chancellors responsibility should be fixed, he said. Udit Raj suggested that the Intelligence Bureau (IB) should investigate the matter, adding that the National Investigation Agency (NIA) could also be involved if the circumstances warranted it. Samajwadi Party spokesperson Ashutosh Verma said the controversy surrounding the slogans should be examined separately from the students' demand for the restoration of the university's student union. I will look at these two issues separately. While the BJP may constantly claim anti-nationalism, the issue is something else. Student union elections at Jamia Millia Islamia have been continuously banned. The student union wants to ensure that students' voices are not suppressed. The student union has previously held strong positions on issues related to the mess, the hostels, and the fee structure. Therefore, we believe that student union elections should be held there, and we support it. Regarding the term 'Free Kashmir,' even if someone from the INDIA Bloc uses it right now, it is not correct. Kashmir is, has been, and will remain an integral part of India, Ashutosh Verma said. Ashutosh Verma further said that there is no mention of 'free' in this. There is no mention of 'free' in this. Those who are spreading this rumour are simply members of the Bharatiya Janata Party, trying to portray the INDIA Bloc as being aligned with anti-India forces, which is not true. So, when you fact-check, you'll find a different story. The Bharatiya Janata Party is an expert in creating this kind of narrative, he said. Meanwhile, students at Jamia Millia Islamia are continuing an indefinite hunger strike and protest demanding the restoration of the Jamia Millia Islamia Students' Union (JMISU) and the holding of student union elections. Speaking to IANS, a protesting student said Saturday marked the 13th day of their hunger strike, adding that their demand for the restoration of the student union remained unchanged. The student claimed that the union had been neglected for nearly 20 years and that no elections had been held on campus since 2006. Restoring the student union is essential on campus because it is our democratic right, the student said, adding that several political leaders had visited the protesters. The student emphasised that the agitation was not directed against any particular political party but was focussed on securing the restoration of the union. The protesters, the student added, remained open to anyone willing to support their demand.
Posters Questioning Government Found Inside Delhi Metro Train, Case Filed
The posters, which invited people to join an online group through a QR code, were seized by police. The Special Cell is also involved in the investigation.
'10,000 From Telangana Must Reach Delhi': Revanth Reddy's Call for November 1 Protest
Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy has accused the BJP of misusing the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls and urged 10,000 to 15,000 people from the state to travel to Delhi for the INDIA bloc's November 1 protest. The Congress leader alleged that the SIR exercise is being used to undermine the rights of the poor and called for a massive show of opposition unity against the move.
Delhi court orders trial against Yasin Malik, six others in money laundering case
New Delhi, Oct 24: A special NIA court in New Delhi has ordered a trial against Yasin Malik, Zahoor Ahmed Shah Watali, Abdul Rashid Sheikh, Shabir Ahmad Shah, Naval Kishore Kapoor, Trison Farms and Construction Pvt Ltd, and Masarat Alam Bhat in Rs 8.9 crore money laundering case, according to a report in The News Mill. According to the report, the accused received the said amount through hawala channels from the Pakistani establishment. The charges stem from a case initially registered by the National Investigation Agency (NIA) in 2017. The accused are charged under Sections 120B, 121, and 121A of the Indian Penal Code (IPC), as well as Sections 13, 16, 17, 18, 20, 38, 39, and 40 of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA). Special NIA Judge Prashant Sharma, as per the report, ordered the trial to begin, with prosecution evidence recording scheduled to start on November 19. The hearing was conducted in a closed courtroom. Malik appeared via video conferencing from Tihar Jail and denied the charges, stating he will contest the case. In September, the court had framed charges against Malik and six others under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). It is alleged that the accused received funds from the Pakistani establishment and other terrorist organisations to support secessionist activities in Jammu and Kashmir. The court found sufficient prima facie evidence to charge all seven accused under Section 3 of the PMLA, punishable under Section 4.
'Rs 10k cr at risk': Traders' body urges Rahul to defer Delhi rally amid Diwali season
Govt aims to ensure safer railway journeys during Diwali and Chhath festivals
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 24 (IANS) The Government Railway Police (GRP) Chiefs deliberated, among other things, on crowd management during Diwali, Chhath and other festivals here to ensure safe and orderly passenger movement during peak festive periods, according to an official statement on Saturday. The 8th All India Conference of Government Railway Police (GRP) Chiefs, convened by the Railway Protection Force (RPF), provided a platform for discussing emerging security challenges, sharing best practices and strengthening coordination among RPF, GRP and State Police. Northern Railways Delhi Division highlighted coordinated efforts with Delhi Police, GRP and Delhi Metro authorities, supported by CCTV surveillance, public announcements, barricading, designated holding areas and dedicated control rooms. Emphasis was laid on advance planning, efficient passenger-flow management and coordinated deployment of security personnel to ensure safe and orderly passenger movement during peak periods, said Railways Ministry. The high-level conference was presided over by Director General, RPF, Sonali Mishra, and attended by Chairman and CEO, Railway Board, Satish Kumar, members of the Railway Board, and GRP chiefs from various States and Union Territories. A key highlight was the onboarding of GRP personnel onto the RailMadad platform by the Centre for Railway Information Systems (CRIS), aimed at improving passenger grievance redressal, timely information sharing, and complaint monitoring. Detailed deliberations were held on various initiatives aimed at enhancing railway security and passenger safety, said the statement. South Central Railways Pink Patrol: Eyes in the Sky, SHAKTI on the Ground showcased a women-led model integrating drone-assisted surveillance with rapid-response teams under the SHAKTI framework. Stone-pelting on trains was highlighted as a challenge, with emphasis on hotspot-based patrolling, enhanced surveillance, strict action against offenders, youth outreach and stronger RPF-GRP coordination. Community awareness and preventive engagement were recognised as important deterrents, the statement said. Central Railways Pune Division highlighted Project DISHA (Dedicated Initiative for Safety, Harmony & Awareness), an initiative aimed at engaging children living near railway tracks through educational and recreational activities, safety awareness sessions and community-based interventions. Collaboration with NGOs, National Service Scheme (NSS) volunteers and local communities fosters awareness about railway safety and responsible behaviour, while discouraging stone-pelting, theft, trespassing and other unsafe practices.
Delhi's traders have urged Congress leader Rahul Gandhi to postpone the INDIA bloc's upcoming rally scheduled for November 1. They argue that the rally could significantly disrupt business during the vital Diwali shopping season. The Chamber of Trade and Industry expressed concerns that operations could be affected due to road restrictions and heavy crowds. Traders highlighted the economic impact, estimating potential losses during the festive period.
Delhi traders urge Rahul Gandhi to postpone November 1 rally over festive trade concerns
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Delhi's air quality improves to 'moderate' after 3 days of 'poor' quality
The AQI was recorded at 185 (moderate) at 9 a.m. on October 24, compared with the 24-hour average of 230 (poor) at 4 p.m. on October 23, according to the Central Pollution Control Board
Delhi's air quality improves to 'moderate' after 3 days of 'poor' quality
The AQI was recorded at 185 (moderate) at 9 a.m. on October 24, compared with the 24-hour average of 230 (poor) at 4 p.m. on October 23, according to the Central Pollution Control Board
Durable liquidity still significant amid forex interventions, rising cash demand: Report
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 24 (IANS) The system liquidity has tightened sharply towards a zero position, driven by elevated Government of India (GoI) balances, RBI foreign exchange operations, and rising cash demand ahead of the festive season, a report showed on Saturday. According to the report by Axis Banks Economic Research team, analysing the latest shifts in Indias banking system liquidity and funding conditions, liquidity has tightened markedly towards a zero position, with overnight rates up and management turning back to Variable Rate Repo (VRR). A chunk of this is largely on the swelling of GOI balances these tend to fall in early December for a few days. However, this is likely to be offset by increased demand for currency notes around the festival season, as well as ongoing FX intervention, said the report. These drains translate directly to deposits, meaning that the wedge between deposit and credit growth is likely to reopen ahead. Along with this, bank funding conditions are likely to worsen further, over and above any rate recalibration in play, the report suggested. This tightening is on account of drains through RBI forex operations and demand for currency notes leading durable liquidity to 3.2 per cent of Net Demand and Time Liabilities (NDTL), though tightness in actual liquidity owes to elevated GOI balances. Going by seasonal patterns, this reverses for a time in early December, creating a window of easy liquidity, the report mentioned. However, demand for currency notes in the festival season, coupled with retention of withdrawn notes, will likely keep liquidity low. With fading liquidity, deposit growth is likely to come back below credit growth. Drains to liquidity are largely related to deposits, except for OMO sales where sellers are largely banks. This is also true for tax payments. With liquidity coming back towards normal, it, therefore, necessarily means that deposit growth will also cool off, explained the report. In practice, this will manifest as a once-again wider gap with credit growth, along with associated funding issues. Increases in market interest rates have already been widely noted, with increase also driven by forwards amid excess USD around IPOs, new RBI restrictions, and an inversion of CIP, it added.
Rogue AI threat: OpenAI to train frontier models without internet access
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 24 (IANS) US artificial intelligence (AI) firm OpenAI has said that it will train its most advanced models without access to the live internet, citing current limits in alignment research, monitoring systems and internet infrastructure security. The company said that the policy, already implemented, will remain until safeguards improve enough to justify broader internet access for frontier models. OpenAI said internet connectivity, though useful for teaching models about browsing and webbased skills, also creates opportunities for a capable, misaligned agent to affect systems beyond its control. The firm said in a blogpost that it paused training and evaluation of its most capable models after an internal research model briefly exploited a misconfiguration to gain limited internet access on September 2. It resumed reinforcement learning training and internal inference of its frontier models on October 1 after implementing additional safeguards and further, went on with a campaign to probe its research infrastructure for vulnerabilities that could allow models to escape isolated computing environments. Red-teaming experiments discovered previously unknown software vulnerabilities, as well as misconfigurations in our research infrastructure, the statement said. The company also detailed its new approach to model containment, that it now mandates that the limits on what an agent can access must hold even when the agent tries to circumvent them. We define a strict security boundary around the resources the agent is authorized to use and design the surrounding infrastructure to enforce that boundaryeven when agents make sustained, sophisticated attempts to breach it, it added. Anthropic and OpenAI had recently disclosed a list of incidents in 2026 involving their AI models acting in unintended ways, including attempts to hack third-party websites, intensifying concerns about the security risks of cutting-edge AI. Anthropic has said that its Claude AI model carried out a series of unintended actions on external organisations, including some US government websites, prompting a White House directive for AI firms to secure their systems.
Delhi AQI today: Slight relief for capital as air quality improves from 'poor' to 'moderate'
Delhi's air quality showed a marginal improvement on Saturday morning, with the national capital recording an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 190 at 8 am, bringing it back into the 'moderate' category. If you are stepping out today, however, pollution levels remain a concern in several parts of the city, where the AQI continues to fall in the 'poor' category.
FIR registered after posters questioning govt performance found pasted inside Delhi Metro
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 24 (IANS) An FIR has been registered against unidentified persons after two posters against the government were found pasted inside a train on the Delhi Metro's Airport Express Line, police said on Saturday. The FIR was registered under Sections of the Delhi Prevention of Defacement of Public Property Act, 2007, and the Metro Railway (Operations and Maintenance) Act, 2002. The black-and-white posters raised various issues and listed nine claims about changes in the country over recent years. They also carried a QR code inviting people to join an online group, police said. Officials said that police seized the posters, and the Special Cell is also involved in the investigation. This comes amid the anti-Election Commission of India (ECI) protests in the National Capital over the alleged irregularities in the Special Intensive Review (SIR) of electoral rolls. Several Opposition parties, student activists, as well as the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) organised protests across the city demanding a rollback of the SIR protest and resignation of Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar. Meanwhile, the INDIA Bloc has scheduled a mega rally against 'vote chori' on November 1 in New Delhi. All India Congress Committee General Secretary, K.C. Venugopal on Friday said the party held high-level meetings with senior leaders from Uttar Pradesh and Haryana to intensify mobilisation for the rally. In a post on X, Venugopal said that he, along with Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, met AICC in-charge for Uttar Pradesh Rajendra Pal Gautam, UP PCC president Aradhana Misra Mona and other senior leaders from the state to discuss strategies for building large-scale participation in the rally. The November 1 rally is being projected as one of the largest mobilisations by the Opposition alliance in recent times, with a special focus on drawing participation from northern states. The Congress has appealed to supporters and citizens concerned about democratic processes to join the march and the Ramleela Maidan gathering in large numbers.
HP Assembly Speaker Kuldeep Singh Pathania to attend 12th BRICS Parliamentary Forum in New Delhi
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Delhi-NCR Braces for Temperature Drop and Rising Air Pollution Levels
A significant temperature drop is expected in Delhi-NCR, with rising air pollution levels posing health concerns. Delhi-NCR Braces for Temperature Drop and Rising Air Pollution Levels
CERT-In PHP2Shell Alert: India, UK Warn of Critical PHP Flaws Threatening Websites Worldwide
New Delhi/London, October 24: The CERT-In PHP2Shell alert has triggered an urgent cybersecurity warning for Indian website operators, as authorities in India and the United Kingdom call for immediate security updates following the discovery of two critical vulnerabilities in PHP, the programming language used by millions of websites worldwide. Indias Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In), [] The post CERT-In PHP2Shell Alert: India, UK Warn of Critical PHP Flaws Threatening Websites Worldwide appeared first on The Voice Of Sikkim .
FIR filed over anti-government posters inside Delhi Metro train
New Delhi: A First Information Report (FIR) has been registered against unidentified people after two posters questioning the governments performance and raising various issues were found pasted inside a train on the Delhi Metros Airport Express Line, police sources have said. The A4-sized black-and-white posters carried phrases such as You Can Change Your Own Life, 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 .
SEBI orders ASTPL, its founder to refund Rs 546.17 crore for unregistered advisory activities
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 24 (IANS) Markets regulator SEBI has ordered Avadhut Sathe Trading Academy Private Limited (ASTPL) and its founder, Avadhut Sathe, to refund Rs 546.17 crore collected from investors and participants for unregistered investmentadvisory and researchanalyst activities. In a final order, SEBI barred the perpetrators from accessing the securities markets for two years or until they comply with the refund direction, whichever is later. Gouri Avadhut Sathe, a director of the academy, has been barred from the markets for six months. The regulator directed the academy and Sathe to deposit the refund amount in a dedicated bank account within five months of receiving the order and to publish notices in English, Hindi and a widely circulated local language newspaper within 30 days explaining how investors can claim refunds. The repayments to the investors shall be effected only through electronic fund transfers or through any other appropriate banking channels with audit trails to identify the beneficiaries of repayments, according to the SEBI order. Any balance remaining after refunds must be handed to SEBI and held in escrow for one year for distribution to clients and complainants, with remaining amount to be transferred to the Investor Protection and Education Fund (IPEF). SEBI has also imposed a total penalty of Rs 11.5 crore on the academy, Avadhut Sathe and Gouri Sathe, which must be paid within 45 days of receipt of the order. The academy faces a penalty of Rs 6 crore, Avadhut Sathe Rs 4 crore and Gouri Sathe Rs 1.5 crore. The bank accounts of the Noticees shall be frozen for debits till the time they deposit the entire amount in the dedicated bank account and IPEF maintained by SEBI, the order said. The order followed an investigation after SEBI felt that the academy and its founder went beyond providing stock-market education and offered stock-specific advice and trading calls. The academy allegedly provided entry and exit targets, stop-loss levels and price-direction forecasts without the required registrations. The regulator found that the academy's promotional material selectively showcased profitable trades and claimed high returns to participants even after an administrative warning issued in March 2024.
Delhi weather today: AQI improves to 'moderate', temperature set to rise
Delhi's AQI improved to 185 on Saturday morning, entering the moderate category, while the IMD forecast partly cloudy skies; heavy rain is likely in parts of southern India
Disappointed? You're not alone: FIR filed over posters in Delhi Metro questioning govt
See you in Delhi: Diljit Dosanjh confirms his India Aura Tour show
FIR lodged after posters questioning govt performance found inside Delhi Metro train
Delhi Police have registered an FIR against unidentified people after two posters questioning the government's performance and raising various issues were found inside a train on the Delhi Metro's Airport Express Line. The posters, which included political slogans and a QR code inviting people to join an online group, were seized. The Special Cell is also involved in the investigation.
Congress reviews INDIA bloc rally plans to oust
New Delhi: The Congress has asserted that the INDIA blocs November 1 rally in New Delhi against vote chori will send a strong message that we are united in protecting democracy and driving the vote chors out of power. Congress general secretaries Priyanka Gandhi Vadra and K C Venugopal on Friday, October 23, met party 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 .
MHA to build 60,000-strong civil defence network in 12 states, UTs; Army to train volunteers
New Delhi, Oct 24: The home ministry will conduct a first-of-its-kind joint training with the Army to build a civil defence network of around 60,000 volunteers in 12 states and Union Territories (UTs) as part of a pilot project, according to an official statement. In the first phase, a three-day specialised training will be given for civil defence master trainers from the participating states and UTs, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) said in a statement. The initiative stems from Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Independence Day speech, in which he announced the vision of a vibrant civil defence network equipped with modern systems, technologies and contemporary preparedness capabilities to address emerging security challenges. In furtherance of this vision, the Directorate General of Fire Services, Civil Defence and Home Guards, Ministry of Home Affairs, is undertaking a first-of-its-kind pilot initiative to strengthen civil defence preparedness through specialised training of civil defence master trainers by the Indian Army, it said. Six hundred civil defence master trainers -- 50 from each participating state and UT -- will be trained by the second week of November 2026 through a three-day specialised training programme at designated Indian Army training establishments. The participating states/UTs are Jammu and Kashmir, Punjab, Rajasthan, Gujarat, Delhi, Meghalaya, Sikkim, Assam, Uttar Pradesh, Kerala, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu, it said. The initiative seeks to enhance civil defence personnel's preparedness to respond effectively to contemporary security threats, hostile situations and emergencies, it said. The personnel will receive training in three broad areas: threat awareness, protection and emergency response, and communication and coordination. Each master trainer will have to train 100 civil defence volunteers in their respective state or UT. The initiative aims to prepare 60,000 civil defence volunteers across the participating states and UTs, significantly expanding its reach and impact, the statement said.
SKUAST-K connects agri-startups with research, industry, export opportunities
Srinagar, Oct 23: More than 360 stakeholders registered for Agri-Startup Stakeholders Connect 2026, organised by Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir (SKUAST-Kashmir) in collaboration with the National Institute of Agricultural Extension Management (MANAGE), Hyderabad, to explore partnerships, market linkages and entrepreneurship opportunities in agriculture. Held at Nund Reshi Hall, Shalimar, under the theme Fostering Collaboration & Partnerships, the programme brought together participants from Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Rajasthan, Delhi and Haryana. Vice-Chancellor Prof. Nazir Ahmad Ganai, who was also the chief guest, highlighted the importance of connecting research and innovation with entrepreneurship and markets to unlock the regions agricultural potential. The programme was attended by Prof. Raihana Habib Kanth, Director Extension; Prof. Syed Zameer Hussain, Director Research; Prof. Khwaja Naved Qaisar, Director Education; and Prof. Ashaq Hussan Pandit, Dean, Faculty of Horticulture, along with other university scientists and officers. Complementing this institutional perspective, Dr. Saravanan Raj, Director, MANAGE, Hyderabad, joined online and outlined the organisations approach to strengthening agricultural entrepreneurship through capacity building, innovation and institutional collaboration. Mr. Muthu Krishnan M represented MANAGE at the event. Earlier, Abdul Rouf Khan, Incubation Manager (Startups), SKUAST-Kashmir, stressed the need to strengthen linkages among farmers, Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs), startups, research institutions, industry and markets. The discussions also focused on translating entrepreneurial potential into market opportunities. Dr. Azra Mufti, Business Development Manager, APEDA, highlighted export prospects for Jammu and Kashmirs agricultural and horticultural produce, emphasising branding, value addition, quality standards and market access. Adding practical perspectives, Abdul Manan Koul, Founder, Poshte Foods, shared insights into building an agri-food enterprise through innovation, value addition and market-oriented business development. Khalida Rasool, Founder, K.R. Mushroom, highlighted opportunities in exotic mushroom cultivation, medicinal plants and value-added products across the agriculture and allied sectors.
Bookaroo returns to DPS Srinagar on Nov 1
Brings stories, creativity, imagination to life SRINAGAR: The magic of stories is set to return to the Valley as Bookaroo, the much-loved Festival of Childrens Literature, comes to Delhi Public School (DPS) Srinagar, Athwajan, on Sunday, November 1, 2026. Organised in collaboration with the D.P. Dhar Memorial Trust, the eighth Srinagar edition promises a vibrant []
India has alleged that Chinese forces' deviation from the established patrolling patterns disturbs the situation at India-China border from time to time, as New Delhi once again underlined the need to maintain peace along the Line of Actual Control (LAC). The
Delhi man arrested for duping women constables of Rs 24 lakh, posed as rich businessman on Instagram
A 23-year-old man has been arrested in Delhi's Burari for allegedly cheating multiple women police constables by promising to marry them. The accused, identified as Vikrant Tomar, allegedly posed as a wealthy businessman on Instagram, using videos of luxury cars and an expensive lifestyle to win the women's trust.
Delhi-Bihar bus fares surge as Diwali, Chhath travel demand intensifies
Private bus tickets to Bihar are costing 2,500-4,000 on several services, against regular fares of 840-2,000, as passengers struggle to find confirmed train tickets
Bhagwant Mann Slams Centre On Being 'Detained' At Delhi Airport, BJP Replies
Bhagwant Mann alleged that he was made to sit for two hours and claimed that the head of the Customs Department at the Delhi airport was the brother of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.
As foam builds up in Yamuna, questions raised over how work was allotted
Diljit Dosanjh's Delhi gig gets police nod amid fresh threats
FBI detains gangster Himanshu Bhau, India may get custody soon
Himanshu Bhau, a notorious gangster from north India, was recently captured by the FBI in Las Vegas. He has been wanted for a series of violent offenses, including multiple murders and extortion schemes that have plagued Delhi and Haryana. After escaping juvenile detention in 2020, he maintained his criminal operations through illegal networks.
Delhi Plans Rs 99 Crore Wall Along Yamuna To Prevent Flooding
The reinforced cement concrete (RCC) wall will be built between the Magazine Road drain and the Old Railway Bridge, one of the most closely monitored points on the Yamuna during the monsoon.
Assam government to present 1st Bhupen Hazarika National Award to Usha Mangeshkar: Himanta
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will present the award at the concluding ceremony of the singer's year-long birth centenary celebrations at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi on November 29, says CM Sarma
An Open Letter to the Hon'ble Chief Minister
Respected CM Sahib, If you really want to deliver your promise of 1 lakh jobs for J&K youth, there is only one way to do it at scale, and that is IT transformation. Our youth don't need just any job. They need white-collar jobs. Jobs with laptops, good salaries, global exposure, where they can work from home with dignity. The biggest proof is already in front of us. Today 5 to 10 percent of the total IT workforce in North India, are youth from J&K. They are coders, designers, cloud engineers, AI experts working in top companies. They are already proving themselves outside. So the question is, why can't they do the same work from J&K? They want to stay with their families in Srinagar, Jammu, Anantnag, Baramulla and work from here. But there is no ecosystem. In last two years, has anybody from J&K government actually visited IT companies in India? Has anyone sat with Infosys, TCS, Wipro, HCL, or any big GCCs and asked them what is stopping them from coming to J&K? What are their concerns? What do they need? Who is even tasked to do this job in the last two years? There is no answer on ground. No IT parks, no remote work hubs, no effort to bring back our talent. And with due respect, does any youth of J&K even know who is our IT Minister? I had to check. It is Sh. Satish Sharma Ji, who is also handling Food Supplies, Transport, Science and Tech, Youth Services and other portfolios. With so many departments, when will IT get serious attention? Tourism and handicrafts are important, but only IT can create white collar jobs at scale. Now we have a big opportunity. The central government has just approved Rs 475.41 crore under PM-SETU to upgrade 10 ITIs in J&K, Rs 240 crore for Jammu and Rs 235.41 crore for Srinagar cluster. Don't waste it only on old trades. Link this investment directly to your 1 lakh jobs mission. First, upgrade these ITIs into real IT hubs with AI, Cloud, Coding, and Product Design labs. Second, build functional IT parks in Srinagar and Jammu with 24x7 power and high-speed internet. Third, start a reverse brain drain policy. Bring back IT talent from Bangalore, Delhi, Dubai to work from J&K. They will not only do jobs, they will create jobs. Fourth, bring a single window for startups and IT companies. CM Sahib, you don't need to create talent from scratch. The talent is already there. Just give them code, cloud and confidence. Give them bandwidth, not just promises. Give them workspaces, not just schemes. If 5-10 percent of North India's IT is already from J&K Native, imagine what will happen when they work from Jammu Kashmir. Regards, Sanjay Sapru
Prepare for emerging threats with integrated strategy: Rajnath to military
New Delhi: The Indian military must operate with a long-term strategic vision while remaining prepared for immediate and emerging challenges, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said on Friday, asserting that an integrated approach is crucial to success in modern warfare. In an address at the Army Commanders Conference, Singh urged the top brass of the force []
IMA, AIIMS body condemn Deol-starrer film
New Delhi: The Indian Medical Association (IMA) and resident doctors of AIIMS Delhi have condemned the teaser of Sunny Deol-starrer Suryaa: Ant Se Aarambh Tak, alleging that it generalises corruption in the medical profession and risks justifying violence against doctors and healthcare workers. They demanded an impartial review of the content and appropriate corrective action []
After Op Sindoor friction, Delhi & Baku reset ties with EAM Jaishankar's visit
Ties between the two countries had been held back by geopolitical reasons for a while, mainly Azerbaijans ties with Pakistan as evident from its support for Islamabad after Op Sindoor last year and Indias defence ties with Armenia. While Bayramov spoke about taking the relationship to a higher level, setting aside past differences, Jaishankar underlined the significance of trade and energy cooperation. Terrorism was also discussed.
Delhi government inspects stores advertising buy one, get one free offers
Police unearth cyber fraud racket; bankstaffers among 6 held
AAP flags irregularities in textbook printing; BJP rejects allegations
Delhi govt. directs officials to identify pollution hotspots amid decline in air quality
Delhi HC proposes surprise inspections of public toilets by social work students
