Omar Abdullahs Warning to Ladakhis: Dont Trust Delhis Words, Get It in Writing
Abdullah recalled how the Centre had assured the people of J&K that statehood would be restored immediately after elections. Nearly two years have passed, and that promise is nowhere to be seen, he said, underscoring what he views as a pattern of unfulfilled pledges.
ASF Group rents 4 lakh sq ft office space to Genpact in Gurugram
ASF Group has struck a major leasing agreement, providing Genpact with four lakh square feet at the prestigious ASF Insignia in Gurugram. This move marks a significant milestone, as Genpact will occupy an entire commercial tower, contributing to one of Delhi-NCR's largest office space deals. Notably, the office leasing sector across seven major cities reported a twenty-seven percent surge in the June quarter.
Arun Jaitley Stadium: Afghanistan's premier leg-spinner Rashid Khan has admitted that his side were unable to read the conditions well in both T20Is against India and paid the price for a sluggish powerplay and poor shot selection, as the designated hosts suffered another seven-wicket loss on Tuesday to concede the series to the Shreyas Iyer-led side. Afghanistan were restricted to 159/8, a total that never looked like enough on a surface where big scores have been the norm and India chased it down easily in 14.5 overs. It now leaves Afghanistan to salvage pride in the final game happening at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Thursday. Well, we didn't read the conditions properly. I think the way it should have been, it hasn't happened. We have played a lot in Delhi and you have to post 200-210-220 runs if you want to win the match. So, according to me, we collapsed in the batting and didn't utilise the power-play properly. I think our shot selection was not at that level. So, we can improve on this. This is a good learning for us and next time, we will play with a better mind and better shot selection, Rashid told IANS in an exclusive interaction facilitated by Red Bull on Wednesday. Amid the gloom, Rashid was one of the few bright spots for his team, striking 28 with the bat before returning to claim 3-36 with the ball. His contribution with the willow came after a forgettable outing in the series opener, an innings he said had left him disappointed with himself and made him determined to bat with far greater intent. In the first match, I played ten balls and scored only one run. I was feeling very bad. Looking at the scoreboard, I said, 'This is not me. How can I score 1 run off 10 balls? So, I had the mind that the next time I go, I will show the intent, play positively, and use the experience to play for a good team. I tried to play with proper energy from ball one. At that time, the team needed runs. Still, 159 on that wicket was not enough. But I tried to stretch it as much as I could. If I could put more runs on the board, then I did and that's why it was a little peaceful, he added. Rashid, who has long been among the most economical bowlers in the shortest format via 196 scalps in T20Is and 739 wickets in T20s, stated that his approach with the ball on a batting-friendly pitch was built on keeping things uncomplicated and backing his plans regardless of the outcome of any single delivery. Well, my bowling was a simple plan. If I think more, I will get hit for runs. If I think less, it will be good for me. The plan was simple. Where do I want to bowl? Which batter do I want to bowl and in which way? Yes, you can get hit for a six. But if you stick to your plan, you will succeed. So, this was my plan - no matter what happens, no matter what they do, either hit fours or sixes aplenty, I have to execute my plan first. If I execute my plan, I will automatically get good results, he added. The obsession with AI worldwide has reached the Afghanistan dressing room too, as Rashid laughingly recalled a conversation after Tuesdays defeat. There's a very funny incident. After yesterday's game got over and we came back, Mujeeb was saying, 'I will ask AI over where I should bowl to Abhishek?' Everything nowadays is on AI. My timepass also happens with AI. I ask very strange questions to it and then try to see what it says. So, this was my plan - no matter what happens, no matter what they do, either hit fours or sixes aplenty, I have to execute my plan first. If I execute my plan, I will automatically get good results, he added. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories The endeavour is always to try to bowl in good areas and that's my mantra of success. I don't try to do too much bowl well in good areas, more success will come. But if you bowl less in good areas, then you will get less success. Article Source: IANS
Matchbox Refusal Leads To Murder In Delhi
A minor dispute over a matchbox in northwest Delhi escalated into a fatal stabbing, leaving a 30-year-old construction worker dead and another man injured. Police have arrested three individuals, including the main accused, in connection with the incident.
MHA declares Pak-based Shahzad Bhatti network a terrorist organisation under UAPA
New Delhi, Sep 16: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday said the government has declared Pakistan-based Shahzad Bhatti Network (SBN) a terrorist organisation under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act. Shah said the action came pursuing Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of zero tolerance against terror. The group is involved in smuggling of arms, explosives and narcotics across borders, apart from inciting youths and petty criminals into terrorism. Targeting India's democratic structure and the fabric of communal harmony, the syndicate also published hateful digital content, the minister said on X. A gazette notification issued by the Union Home Affairs on Wednesday invoked Section 35(1)(a) of the UAPA to add Shahzad Bhatti Network (SBN) to the First Schedule of the Act, which lists banned terrorist organisations. The action was taken as the Centre believes that SBN was involved in errorism and has participated in various acts of terrorism in India. 'Shahzad Bhatti Network (SBN)' is an organisation whose objective is to involve gullible youth and local criminals to smuggle arms, explosives, and narcotics from across the border, and through terrorist activities, pose a serious threat to the democratic system, communal harmony, and internal security of the country, the notification said. The notification cited criminal cases against alleged SBN members under such laws as the UAPA, Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, Arms Act, Explosives Act, Information Technology Act and Prevention of Defacement of Property Act. Under the UAPA, the addition of an outfit to the First Schedule formally places it among the organisations designated errorist under Indian law. SBN is the 46th entry on the list. According to the notification, the SBN is involved in adicalising gullible youth by offering allurements, motivating them for anti-national activities, and mobilising resources for anti-national acts in collusion with other banned outfits and similarly designated entities. And whereas, the 'Shahzad Bhatti Network (SBN)' is promoting terrorism through violent activities that disrupt public order and by using various digital communication platforms to disseminate provocative messages, posing a serious challenge to the integrity of the nation, the notification read.
Not Mumbai, not Delhi: This North Indian city tops India in domestic expenditure
VFS Global opens South Korea Visa application centre in New Delhi
The expansion brings VFS Globals total South Korea visa processing network to nine centres across six countries
NTA invites Expressions of Interest from educators, academicians to join Subject Matter Expert panel
New Delhi The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially invited Expressions of Interest (EoI) from experienced educators, researchers, and academicians The post NTA invites Expressions of Interest from educators, academicians to join Subject Matter Expert panel appeared first on Bilkul Online .
AFG Vs IND: When And Where To Watch Third T20I, Know All Details
Arun Jaitley Stadium: With the series already secured, India will look to use the third and final T20I against Afghanistan as an opportunity to fine-tune their squad ahead of the Asian Games, with the Arun Jaitley Stadium set to host the contest on Thursday. The match comes after India produced virtually identical seven-wicket victories in the opening two games. They successfully chased targets of 157 and 160, respectively, leaving Afghanistan with little to show despite moments of individual brilliance. The second T20I followed a familiar pattern. Rahmanullah Gurbaz fell for a second straight duck before Ibrahim Zadrans 37 provided Afghanistan with some stability. Mohammad Nabi and Rashid Khan then added 48 for the sixth wicket, helping their side reach 159/8. Nitish Kumar Reddy and Arshdeep Singh claimed five wickets between them. Indias response was largely comfortable, with Sanju Samsons 57, Abhishek Sharmas 39 and Ishan Kishans unbeaten 38 guiding the hosts home. The result leaves India with a selection decision for the finale. Shreyas Iyer indicated after Tuesdays win that changes could be made, particularly with the team due to travel to Japan for the Asian Games, which begin on September 19. That could open the door for players who have remained on the sidelines, including teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi. Sooryavanshi, the Player of the Series in Indias recent Zimbabwe T20I campaign, has not featured in this series. Samson, meanwhile, returned after being rested in Zimbabwe and has responded with form, while Abhishek has also contributed at the top. With both being established one-format players, breaking up the opening combination may not be an automatic decision. Ravi Bishnoi is expected to retain his place after coming in for the injured Varun Chakravarthy. Afghanistan could also consider a pace change, with Naveen-ul-Haq having yet to feature despite being fit. Fazalhaq Farooqi, meanwhile, has gone wicketless in the series. The Delhi conditions could again favour the batters, with short boundaries potentially encouraging another high-scoring encounter. Thunderstorms are forecast, with around 75 per cent cloud cover expected, making conditions worth monitoring before the start. For India, the final game is less about the series result and more about determining who can make an impact before the Asian Games assignment begins. For Afghanistan, it offers one last chance to disrupt an otherwise one-sided contest. When: Thursday, September 17, 7:30 PM IST Where: Arun Jaitley Stadium, New Delhi Where to watch: The match will be shown live on Sony Sports Ten 5 SD & HD channels. Live-streaming will be available on the FanCode app and website. Squads: Where to watch: The match will be shown live on Sony Sports Ten 5 SD & HD channels. Live-streaming will be available on the FanCode app and website. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Afghanistan: Ibrahim Zadran (c), Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Noor Rahman (wk), Sediqullah Atal, Darwish Rasooli, Azmatullah Omarzai, Gulbadin Naib, Mohammad Nabi, Rashid Khan, Nangyal Kharoti, Noor Ahmad, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Fazal Haq Farooqi, Abdullah Ahmadzai and Naveen-ul-Haq. Article Source: IANS
Astrologer Karan Sharma Honoured at Millennium Brilliance Awards 2026
New Delhi [India], September 16: Astrologer Karan Sharma from Chandigarh was honoured at the Millennium Brilliance Awards 2026 for his work in the field of Vedic astrology. He received the
Pakistan lacks resources, mechanisms to achieve its ambitious AI plans: Report
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 16 (IANS) Pakistans National Artificial Intelligence Policy is heavy on promises and targets but the country lacks mechanisms, resources and efforts needed to achieve them, a new report has said. The report from European Times said the Pakistan government has promised to train one million people and produce 10,000 trainers, but after approval of National AI Policy in July 2025, the government is yet to establish the AI Council, the apex body meant to oversee execution. The report argued that Pakistan lacked domestic expertise and began seeking foreign specialists to implement the plan. Further, Pakistans public sector still runs largely on paper with fragmented records and inconsistent formats, leaving AI projects without clean, interoperable data. Pakistan lags behind its South Asia peers, not just India but Sri Lanka and Bangladesh. India has actually integrated AI into the actual governance system, and its AI ecosystem has transcended beyond mere implementation, the report said. Bangladesh is in the process of finalising its AI policy, and yet is still in a better position than Pakistan because the former subjected its draft policy to a visible consultation and assessment process. Pakistani politicians and bureaucrats continue to claim that they are working on AI awareness and readiness as they lack any measurable achievements. A report in June said that Chinas push to export AI architectures and Safe City surveillance systems to Pakistan is reshaping the partnership from physical connectivity to digital governance. Driven by Chinese AI-powered facial recognition, automated license plate readers and predictive policing algorithms, the networks are publicly framed as modernisation efforts to tackle urban crime and persistent militant threats. However, the system provides an efficient mechanism for state control. Further, it is an invaluable source of real-world operational data for China. The report argued that Pakistans nascent IT and software export sector will also be a causality of this co-operation.
UPI customers will never be charged, new MDR framework to fund ecosystem: PhonePe CEO
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 16 (IANS) The new Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) framework for UPI transactions will not impose any charges on customers and stated that the move is necessary to make India's digital payments ecosystem financially sustainable, PhonePe CEO Sameer Nigam said on Wednesday. In an interview with IANS, he clarified that customers will continue to use UPI without any charges, Nigam said small merchants with an annual turnover of less than Rs 1 lakh will also remain outside the MDR regime. No, there are no fees for customers on UPI at all. Customers have never been charged for using UPI, nor will they be charged in the future, Nigam said. For larger shops, 96 per cent of the transactions, which are all below Rs 2,000 transactions, there is no charge, according to him. He added that merchants, and not customers, would pay a 0.4 per cent MDR on transactions above Rs 2,000. He said the revenue generated through MDR would help fund investments by companies and banks that form the UPI ecosystem. The industry spends about Rs 10,000 crore to Rs 12,000 crore a year minimum on just keeping UPI infrastructure alive, Nigam told IANS. Apart from infrastructure, the sector incurs costs related to KYC, cybersecurity, risk and fraud mitigation, merchant chargebacks and capital expenditure, adds Nigam. We needed a way to get that revenue back into the industry so that UPI grows in a sustainable manner, Nigam said. Asked whether consumers should be concerned about charges, Nigam said there would be no additional cost for them, either for person-to-person or person-to-merchant transactions. There is no charge for the customer. Person-to-person is also free, person-to-merchant is also free, he said, adding that merchants paying MDR would not be allowed to pass the charge on to customers. Nigam also said he expected India's digital payments market to continue growing rapidly despite the introduction of the MDR framework. According to Nigam, UPI had around 20 crore users by 2020, while the number has now risen to around 50-55 crore. He said the new revenue model could also help private companies in the fintech sector invest more in marketing, innovation and research and development. It is very important that businesses be able to make fair money, Nigam said.
Delhi traders plan cash payments push to avoid fee on UPI payments
Traders will now encourage cash payments to avoid new UPI transaction fees. A 0.4 percent charge applies to UPI transactions exceeding two thousand rupees. This new fee impacts merchants operating on already tight profit margins. Small merchants earning under one lakh rupees monthly remain exempt from this charge. The government aims to balance digital payment adoption with merchant costs.
Asian Games medallist to get direct spot in 2027 WC as BFI announces selection policy for LA 2028
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 16 (IANS) Asian Games 2026 medallists boxers will get an automatic opportunity to qualify for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, with direct entry to the 2027 World Boxing Championships in Kazakhstan, which will serve as the first qualifying event for the quadrennial Games. The Boxing Federation of India (BFI) has released an expansive selection policy focused on qualifying the maximum number of boxers for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games. The policy lays down a four-stage pathway based on the qualification system developed by World Boxing and approved by the International Olympic Committee (IOC). As per the World Boxing criteria, the 2027 World Boxing Championships will be the first qualifying event, followed by the Asian Qualifier in China and two World Qualifying tournaments in 2028. The BFI has published the Selection Criteria for 2027-28 in continuation of the selection criteria issued on December 8, 2025, in accordance with the above qualification system. Asian Games 2026 medallists will be selected as the main entry in their respective weight categories. The gold medallists of the 10th Elite National Championships shall serve as the reserve entry in that weight category, said the circular issued by the BFI. According to the circular, for weight categories in which India has not won a medal at the Asian Games 2026, as well as for LA 2028 Olympic weight categories that were not part of the Asian Games 2026, the gold medallist of the 10th Elite National Championships shall be selected as the main entry. Boxers who reach the quota-bout round but fail to win a quota place at the World Championships will receive direct entry to the Asian Qualifiers. The remaining slots will be filled through a Ranking Selection Trial among the Elite National Campers, after boxers enter the National Coaching Camp through the dedicated pathways. A similar process will be followed for the two World Qualifying Tournaments in 2028, to be held in Italy and Hungary. This policy has been framed to give our boxers a clear and structured route to Los Angeles 2028, built around consistent performance at the National Coaching Camp and at World Boxings qualification events, said BFI president Ajay Singh. The National Coaching Camp will start with the medallist of the 10th Elite National Championships, Asian Games medallists and any wild cards to be selected by the BFI Selection Committee, as per the provisions mentioned in the policy. For the non-Olympic weight categories, the gold medallist of the 10th Elite National Championships will serve as a main entry to the 2027 World Championships, while the silver medallist will serve as the reserve.
Varun Chakravarthy ruled out of Asian Games, Vipraj Nigam to replace him
The 22-year-old Nigam, who represents Delhi Capitals in the IPL, has so far played 19 matches in the league, taking 13 wickets
NDA leaders hit back at Rahul over UPI charge concerns, reject US pressure claim
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 16 (IANS) The National Democratic Alliance (NDA) leaders on Wednesday rejected Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition (LoP) Rahul Gandhis concerns over UPI charges and his allegation that the decision was taken under pressure from the United States, calling the claim baseless and defending the governments move. Reacting to Rahul Gandhis remarks on UPI charges, Union Minister Ramdas Athawale said the decision concerning UPI transactions of up to Rs 2,000 was fair and would not create difficulties for small vendors and businesses. I feel that the decision taken by the government regarding UPI transactions up to Rs 2,000 is fair. For transactions up to Rs 2,000, small vendors and businesses face no issues. However, if their business transactions exceed Rs 2,000, charging a nominal 0.4 per cent fee is not a huge burden. For instance, on transactions up to Rs 75,000, they only have to pay around Rs 300, Athawale said. He also dismissed Rahul Gandhis allegation that the decision was taken because of pressure from the US, saying there was no connection between the two. Rahul Gandhis allegation that this step was taken under US pressure is completely baseless. Rahul Gandhi is adept at spreading falsehoods and habitually makes misleading claims on various issues. America has nothing to do with this decision, Athawale said. BJP MP Gulam Ali Khatana also defended the governments decision, while accusing the Congress of trying to create fear among people over the issue. Congress should look within itself and see what it did during its time. The Congress wants to create fear in society. There is no burden on the poor regarding UPI charges. However, when you use a facility and make bulk transactions, institutions should receive some consideration, Khatana said. BJP National Spokesperson Guru Prakash also targeted Rahul Gandhi over his reference to the United States, accusing the Congress leader of repeatedly attributing government decisions to American pressure. Rahul Gandhi ji has developed a Trump phobia, an America phobia. Every decision that is made is under pressure from America. I think Rahul Gandhi ji has taken a little too much inspiration from history. Indira Gandhi ji used to say, Americas hand is involved, and she even called Jayaprakash Narayan ji, who was from Bihar, a CIA agent, Guru Prakash said. He also cited an earlier statement attributed to veteran Congress leader P. Chidambaram while arguing that the party had previously questioned the practicality of digital payments for small vendors. I want to make it clear that Rahul Gandhi jis party is the same party whose leader, Chidambaram ji, used to say, If UPI payments come and payments are made through technology, how will a vegetable vendor manage? Today, the worlds most robust, transparent and better UPI interface is in India, and Rahul Gandhi ji is making such statements. There is no meaning to these statements, he said. Guru Prakash further accused Rahul Gandhi of pursuing what he described as his own agenda over the UPI issue and questioned the basis of the figures cited by the Congress leader. Rahul Gandhi has been pushing his own agenda for the last two days, but there was no basis for it. He does not make any concrete or substantial points and has become a kind of master at making baseless statements, he added. JD(U) National Spokesperson Rajiv Ranjan, speaking to IANS, said, Ordinary consumers do not need to worry too much. Generally speaking, we can say that this is a very minor increase, and even that cost will have to be borne by the merchants. Speaking about UPIs role as a reliable medium for digital transactions, he said, As far as UPI being considered a reliable means of digital transactions is concerned, when India set its targets for digital transactions. Earlier in the day, the Finance Ministry debunked claims which suggested the MDR change in the UPI ecosystem is due to foreign influence, stressing that Indias digital payment decisions are made independently. Since its launch in 2016, UPI has grown into the worlds largest real-time interoperable payment system -- entirely on Indias own terms, the ministry posted on social media platform X. This came as Gandhi on Tuesday lashed out at the Centre over its decision to impose fees on UPI transactions above Rs 2,000. In a post on X, Rahul Gandhi said: The Modi government has quietly opened the door to imposing fees on UPI. American payment companies have long opposed Indias zero-MDR policy. Now, the Modi government has opened the path to changing the policy in exactly that direction, the Congress leader alleged. The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) on Tuesday said that it has revised the Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) framework for select UPI transactions, under which charges will apply to certain merchant payments above Rs 2,000, while small merchants and low-value transactions will continue to benefit from zero MDR.
Govt likely to extend RoDTEP incentive scheme for exporters
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 16 (IANS) The government is likely to extend the Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products (RoDTEP) Scheme to boost exports, a senior official said on Wednesday. The scheme was extended in April this year for six months till September 30. The official said the Commerce Ministry is in discussion with the Finance Ministrys Department of Expenditure on extending the incentive scheme for another five years. It has also sought Rs 23,000 crore from the Finance Ministry for implementing the scheme in 2026-27. The budget allocation under the scheme for 2025-26 was Rs 18,232 crore. The budget for the scheme for this fiscal year was Rs 10,000 crore. The official said that the Commerce Ministrys request for the allocation for the current financial year is based on last financial years allocation. The export incentive scheme, which was first rolled out in 2021, provides for a refund of taxes, duties, and levies that are paid by exporters during the production and distribution of goods. It reimburses exporters for taxes, duties, and levies at the central, state, and local levels that are not refunded under any other programme but are incurred during the manufacture and distribution of export products. The refunds help to restore a level playing field vis-a-vis exporters of other countries with whom Indian exporters have to compete in global markets. Refunds under the scheme range from 0.3 per cent to 3.9 per cent. It was extended in April as part of the concession package to exporters following the uncertainty in global markets triggered by the Middle East conflict. Exporters were going through immense hardship due to the economic uncertainty as well as the disruption in shipping, which led to a sudden surge in transport costs. The government was keen to keep up the momentum in exports to prevent job losses, especially for MSMEs, which are large employers.
Unacceptable: India Summons Islamabad Envoy As Pakistans Ship Collides With Indian Naval Unit
India has summoned Pakistans top diplomat in New Delhi and lodged a strong protest over what it called the unacceptable and unprofessional conduct of Pakistani naval units following a collision with an Indian Navy vessel in international waters. The MEA said the incident caused no major damage but contravened Article 10 of the 1991 India-Pakistan agreement on advance notice of military exercises, manoeuvres and troop movements. India also asked Pakistan to ensure its military units exercise due care and comply with relevant agreements. The agreement lays down rules for major land, naval and air exercises, including restrictions on certain activities near each others territory and advance-notice requirements for specified military exercises.
Delhi Chief Minister Unveils Finisher Medal for 2026 Half Marathon
Delhis CM Rekha Gupta introduces the finisher medal for the 2026 Half Marathon, celebrating health and community spirit. Delhi Chief Minister Unveils Finisher Medal for 2026 Half Marathon
World Cup finish gave India belief they can match the best, says Indian women
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Guwahati, September 16: Filmmaker Rima Das acclaimed feature Village Rockstars 2 is set for a nationwide release on September 25, bringing the award-winning Assamese film to audiences in Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad and Pune. The announcement follows its earlier theatrical run in Assam and its screening at MAMI Independent. A continuation of Das 2017... The post Assam Filmmaker Rima Das Village Rockstars 2 to Release Nationwide on September 25 first appeared on Northeast Today .
PM has decided to prostrate before Trump: Rahul on
New Delhi, Sep 16 (PTI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi has decided to prostrate before US President Donald Trump and give a huge amount of money to America, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi alleged on Wednesday and demanded a rollback of the governments decision to levy a fee on UPI payments. In a video posted on X, Gandhi urged Prime Minister Modi to stop lying down in front of the US, have a spine, stand up and rollback the UPI tax. Modi ji, roll back the UPI tax. Now. pic.twitter.com/IIt46zMgCG Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) September 16, 2026 The government on Tuesday introduced
Puducherry government reiterates demand for a Madras High Court bench in UT
Home Minister A. Namassivayam submitted a memorandum to Union Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal when he met him in New Delhi on Tuesday
CJP protest: SC refuses to reconstitute probe panel
The Supreme Court has rejected pleas to reconstitute a high-powered committee investigating alleged police excesses against student protesters in Delhi, stating that the allegations against the panel were based on conjecture. The court emphasised the committee's role in ensuring fairness and transparency, and directed it to proceed with its inquiry into various issues including the use of pellet guns, targeted violence, and property destruction, while ensuring protection and confidentiality for vulnerable witnesses.
The Delhi High Court has directed Customs authorities to quantify applicable duty on 12 gold bars seized from a passenger and facilitate their release after payment of the prescribed duty, redemption fine, penalty and interest. A Division Bench of Justice Anil Khetarpal and Justice Vimal Kumar Yadav held that the petitioner could not be faulted [] The post Delhi High Court directs Customs to specify duty, release 12 gold bars seized from passenger upon receipt of duty appeared first on India Legal .
Notice Issued to Air India after 3 Italian passengers reportedly boarded Delhi-Munich flight without completing mandatory immigration formalities.
Delhi High Court Despatch Rider-cum-Process Server Admit Card 2026 has been released on 16 September 2026 for the Stage-III Interview. Download the interview call letter using your login credentials and check the interview date, time, venue, required documents, and important instructions.
New Delhi [India], September 16: In keeping with WHO's World Mental Health theme for this year, 'Lived experiences heard: real voices, real change', a key focus of the India Mental Health Alliance's convening in Delhi this week was 'experience-based knowledge'. This encompasses not only individual lived experience, but also the knowledge and insights generated by community and grassroots organisations through their work within specific cultural contexts and local realities, that help shape care practices and policy.
A bench of Justices Nitin Wasudeo Sambre and Amit Sharma said it would hear, after three weeks, a public interest litigation (PIL) seeking constitution of an expert committee to examine engagement-maximising and addiction-causing design features on social media platforms
Delhi To Varanasi In Under 4 Hours: India's High-Speed Rail Blueprint Takes Shape
Proposed high-speed rail corridors could significantly cut travel times across India, reducing the Delhi-Varanasi journey to 3 hours 50 minutes, Varanasi-Siliguri to 2 hours 55 minutes, Chennai-Bengaluru to 1 hour 13 minutes, and Mumbai-Pune to just 48 minutes.
Prime Minister Modi will inaugurate Semicon India 2026, featuring over 600 companies from 52 nations, on September 17 in New Delhi. PM Modi to Inaugurate Semicon India 2026 on September 17 with Participation from Over 600 Companies Across 52 Countries
Who is Seema Pahuja probing Disha death case? Meet CBI
Who is Seema Pahuja probing Disha death case? Meet CBIs gold medalist officer who solved RG Kar and Hathras cases New Delhi: With the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) lodging First Information Report (FIR), to probe the alleged criminal conspiracy, suppression or destruction of evidence, into death of celebrity manager Disha Salian, the probe agencys [] The post Who is Seema Pahuja probing Disha death case? Meet CBIs gold medalist officer who solved RG Kar and Hathras cases appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Bus services disrupted across Delhi as DTC drivers strike for second day
Private drivers contracted by DTC continued their strike for a second day on Wednesday, disrupting bus services across Delhi as they demanded higher wages, medical cover, and social security
Delhi High Court tells YouTuber Ajeet Bharti to exercise caution in SC/ST Act anticipatory bail plea
The Delhi High Court on Wednesday observed that individuals who publicly identify themselves as YouTubers must exercise greater caution while expressing their views, particularly when their statements concern matters protected by special penal statutes. Justice Saurabh Banerjee made the oral observations while hearing an anticipatory bail petition filed by YouTuber Ajeet Bharti in connection with [] The post Delhi High Court tells YouTuber Ajeet Bharti to exercise caution in SC/ST Act anticipatory bail plea appeared first on India Legal .
Delhi HC asks Centre about policy to regulate addictive social media features
A bench of Justices Nitin Wasudeo Sambre and Amit Sharma said it would hear after three weeks a public interest litigation (PIL) seeking constitution of an expert committee to examine engagement-maximising and addiction-causing design features on social media platforms
Delhi HC asks govt about policy to regulate addictive social media designs
The Delhi High Court on Wednesday asked the Centre to respond whether it was contemplating a policy to regulate addiction-causing design features on social media platforms like infinite scroll and autoplay. A bench of Justices Nitin Wasudeo Sambre and Amit Sharma said it would hear after three weeks a public interest litigation (PIL) seeking constitution of an expert committee to examine engagement-maximising and addiction-causing design features on social media platforms. On being asked by the court whether the Centre was contemplating framing a policy on the issue, additional solicitor general Chetan Sharma said he does not have specific instructions on this. To this, the bench orally said, you take instructions whether you are contemplating framing of a policy and we will have the matter after three weeks. Sharma also said that the PIL does raises some issues but it will be in the domain of the policy makers to consider and suggested that the petition could give a representati
Arshad Madani criticises proposed UCC in 21 NDA-ruled states
New Delhi: Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind president Maulana Arshad Madani on Wednesday, September 16, criticised the proposed implementation of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in all 21 states governed by the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA), and questioned whether the country would be governed by the Constitution or by the ideological agenda of a political party. Union 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 .
BJP Hits Back at Karti Chidambaram over Vegetarian Party Remark
Chidambaram had made the remarks while commenting on the all-vegetarian menu served at the BRICS Summit gala dinner in New Delhi
Security tightened across Delhi University ahead of student union polls
Security has been increased across Delhi University campus for student elections. Over two thousand police and paramilitary forces will be deployed during campaigning and polling. Final campaigning concludes today, with voting scheduled for Friday and results on Saturday. Police will maintain a visible presence to prevent clashes and ensure order. Enhanced security measures aim for fair and peaceful election proceedings.
SC declines to interfere with Delhi HC order in NSE co-location case
The Supreme Court has refused to quash proceedings under the Prevention of Corruption Act against former NSE MD and CEO Chitra Ramkrishna, stating that the trial court will determine whether she can be considered a 'public servant' under the Act.
The Delhi High Court sought the Centre's stance on regulating social media's addictive design elements. The court questioned if a policy is being considered for features like infinite scroll. A public interest litigation highlights concerns about engagement-maximising design on these platforms. The petition points to potential links between social media use and adolescent mental health issues. The court will hear the matter again after three weeks for further deliberation.
As per the index, released by NITI Aayog on Wednesday, Delhi improved its score from 77 to 84, followed by Maharashtra, which increased its score from 68 to 78 while maintaining second place. Karnataka emerged as the third-ranked top performer, moving up one position with a score of 73, overtaking Chandigarh, which slipped to fourth despite an increase in score from 65 to 71. Tamil Nadu, by contrast, slipped one place to sixth despite improving its score from 59 to 61, as fast-rising Goa moved ahead of it, it said.
98.6% in Class 12, then the shotgun range: Shooter Aashima Ahlawats deal with her mother
Aashima Ahlawat balances academics and shooting, aiming for the Asian Games. Her mother's support was crucial for her training and relocation to Delhi. After overcoming initial equipment delays and competition setbacks, Ahlawat found her focus. She now prepares for the Asian Games by concentrating on each individual shot. Ahlawat's ultimate goal includes an Olympic quota and competing at the Olympics.
DUSU polls: NSUI, ABVP spar over Delhi Govt's 10,000 student hostel announcement
Polling for the DUSU elections will be held on September 18, while counting of votes will take place on September 19
Refused to lend matchbox: 30-year-old man stabbed to death in Delhi
Delhi Man Killed After Refusing To Lend Match Stick To Light Cigarette
A seemingly trivial refusal to lend a matchbox to light a cigarette escalated into a fatal quarrel and stabbing incident in northwest Delhi, leaving a 30-year-old man dead and another injured, police said on Wednesday.
Dating app chat turns costly: Delhi man loses Rs 82.5 lakh after conversation with a woman
A 41-year-old west Delhi man allegedly lost 82.5 lakh after a woman he met on a dating app introduced him to a fake online business promising high profits. The fraudsters allegedly persuaded him to make multiple transfers, including through cryptocurrency, before blocking his account and removing him from a WhatsApp group.
Varun's Asian Games dream over, Nigam gets India call-up
Leg-spin all-rounder Vipraj Nigam has been named as the replacement for senior spinner Varun Chakravarthy in India's Asian Games cricket squad. Chakravarthy was ruled out due to a side strain, marking a setback after his recent return from injury. Nigam, a Delhi Capitals player, brings IPL experience to the team.
TRUE ARTIS raises Rs 11.4 crore to expand network of premium aesthetic surgery centres
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Varun Chakravarthy ruled out of Asian Games with side strain, Vipraj Nigam named replacement
Vipraj Nigam will replace Varun Chakravarthy in India's Asian Games cricket squad. Chakravarthy sustained a side strain and is out for an indefinite period. The young leg-spinner Nigam represents Delhi Capitals in the Indian Premier League. He has taken thirteen wickets in nineteen IPL matches played so far. The men's cricket competition for the Asian Games begins on September twenty-fourth.
CJP protest: Delhi HC declines PIL seeking fact-finding into conflicting claims over police action
E-Sutra Named Official India Partner of the STO Foundation/Tokenized Asset Foundation
New Delhi [India], September 16: The STO Foundation/Tokenized Asset Foundation and E-Sutra, India's Web3 Alliance, today announced a strategic partnership designed to connect India's growing tokenised asset market with the wider global ecosystem for real-world asset tokenisation and digital securities.
Pak Navy Vessel Collides With Indian Navy Ship: MEA Summons Pakistan Charge d
New Delhi, Sept 16: India on Wednesday summoned Pakistans Charge dAffaires and lodged a strong protest over a collision between a Pakistani naval vessel and an Indian Navy unit in international waters in the Arabian Sea, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said. The MEA described the conduct of the Pakistani naval unit as unacceptable [] The post Pak Navy Vessel Collides With Indian Navy Ship: MEA Summons Pakistan Charge dAffaires appeared first on Northlines .
Delhi HC declines urgent listing of Karni Sena plea over September 20 UGC protest
The Delhi High Court declined an urgent listing for a Karni Sena protest plea. The Sena sought permission for a demonstration against reservation policies and UGC regulations. Previously, the court directed police to consider a fresh application for a revised date. Police had rejected an earlier application citing BRICS Summit security arrangements. The Sena's plea will now be listed through the regular procedural course.
AFG vs IND 3rd T20I Prediction, Match Preview And Playing XI
AFG vs IND 3rd T20I, Cricket Tips: Two games and two dominating wins for Team India over Afghanistan in the ongoing T20I series. Shreyas Iyer and co. have won the series with one match left to play. Nitish Kumar Reddy won the MOTM award for his 3/24 with the ball. Sanju Samson regained his form with 57 off 22 balls. Abhishek Sharma (38 off 19) and Ishan Kishan (38* off 23) were among the runs once again. For Afghanistan, the batting didn't click, and they failed to score a competitive target. Can they rectify their errors in the final game? The third T20I will start at 7:30 PM IST on Thursday at Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi. AFG vs IND: Match Details Date : September 17, 2026 (Thursday) Time : 7:30 PM IST Venue : Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi AFG vs IND: Live Streaming Details Fans can access the live televcast of the game on the Sony Sports Networks in India. Fans can also watch the game through the FanCode mobile app or website. AFG vs IND: Head-to-Head in T20Is Total Matches: 11 India : 10 Afghanistan : 0 No-result : 1 AFG vs IND: Ground Pitch Report The wicket in Delhi is pretty flat and is brilliant to bat on. It has consistent bounce and pace, which allows the batters to bat through the line. Some of the sixes in this series were of less than 65 metres, which makes it even tougher for the bowlers. All in all there is nothing much for the bowlers. AFG vs IND: Possible XIs Afghanistan : Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Ibrahim Zadran (c), Sediq Atal, Darwish Rasooli, Azmatullah Omarzai, Mohammad Nabi, Gulbadin Naib, Rashid Khan, Noor Ahmad, Naveen-ul-Haq, Fazalhaq Farooqi India : Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson (wk), Ishan Kishan, Shreyas Iyer (c), Tilak Varma, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Shivam Dube, Axar Patel, Arshdeep Singh, Jasprit Bumrah, Ravi Bishnoi AFG vs IND: Player to Watch Out For Probable Best Batter Abhishek Sharma has been brilliant in this series, and his ability to hit sixes makes him very dangerous. Azmatullah Omarzai has shown decent batting form in two games, and he can put Indian bowlers under pressure. Probable Best Bowler Arshdeep has been brilliant with the new ball and is bowling well in the powerplay. For Afghanistan, Rashid Khan bowled superbly in the second game, delivered a good spell and has been the go-to bowler for Afghanistan. Today Match Prediction: India have proved to be too good for Afghanistan, and we predict them to win the final game also. AFG vs IND Match 3rd T20I, Today Match AFG vs IND, AFG vs IND Prediction, AFG vs IND Predicted XIs, Injury Update for Afghanistan vs India Match Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Disclaimer : The prediction or cricket tips are purely based on the understanding and research of the writer. So kindly make sure to consider the points above while making your predictions.
Bigg Boss 20 contestant and television actor Mahhi Vij recently opened up about her early years in the entertainment industry and the film opportunities that came her way before she eventually established herself on television. During a conversation with fellow contestant Kanika Mann, Mahhi recalled her first music video, her work in South Indian films and how a series of cancelled film projects led her towards television. Mahhi Vij recalls her first music video Mahhi revealed that she moved to Mumbai at the beginning of her career and landed her first major opportunity soon after. Recalling the opportunity, Mahhi said, Bombay gayi toh aate hi mujhe music video mil gaya, woh pink dress wala, Tu Tu Hai Wahi. Woh pehla music video. She added that the music video was followed by several other projects, saying, Uske baad meri life se bahut saare music videos, saare hit kiye maine, saare. Mahhi says she was selected for Mani Ratnams Yuva Mahhi went on to discuss her transition from music videos to films. She said she worked in South Indian cinema, including projects with Prabhu Deva and Mammootty, before being considered for Mani Ratnams Yuva. She recalled, Phir do khatam hua music videos, phir main South films ki Prabhu Deva ke saath. Phir maine ki film Mammootty ke saath. Aur main phir wahan se final hui thi Yuva ke liye. Mani Ratnam ne mujhe Yuva ke liye select kiya. The role she was referring to was eventually played by Kareena Kapoor in the 2004 film. Yuva, directed by Mani Ratnam, featured Kareena alongside Abhishek Bachchan, Ajay Devgn and Vivek Oberoi. Mahhi Vij says she lost a role opposite Vivek Oberoi Mahhi further claimed that she was also in consideration for a film opposite Vivek Oberoi, with Kareena eventually taking on the role. Kareena wale role ke liye Vivek Oberoi ke opposite. But wahan pe kuch equations thodi kharab ho gayi thi kisi ke saath, she said. Following the setback, Mahhi returned to Delhi and said she discussed two or three more film projects. However, those projects were also cancelled at the last minute. Uske baad wapas aa gayi Delhi. Phir do-teen filmon ki baat hui, last minute cancel ho gaya. Toh maine kaha main TV karungi, she added. Mahhi Vijs television journey Mahhi eventually built a successful career in Hindi television. She became widely known for playing Nakusha in Laagi Tujhse Lagan and later portrayed Nandini in Balika Vadhu. She also participated in several reality shows, including Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa, Khatron Ke Khiladi and Nach Baliye 5. Mahhi won Nach Baliye 5 with her then-husband Jay Bhanushali. Also Read:Bigg Boss 20: Mahhi Vij and Aamrapali Dubeys kitchen clash escalates; former breaks down in tears in new promo
Pakistan envoy summoned over naval collision with Indian Navy unit
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Wednesday summoned the Charge dAffaires of the High Commission for Pakistan in New Delhi and lodged a strong protest over what it described as the unacceptable and unprofessional conduct of Pakistani naval units that resulted in a collision with an Indian Navy unit. According to the MEA, the incident took place in international waters and did not cause any major damage. The ministry said the conduct of the Pakistani naval ship was in direct contravention of Article 10 of the 1991 Agreement between India and Pakistan on Advance Notice on Military Exercises, Manoeuvres and Troops Movements. The Pakistani Charge dAffaires was asked to convey to the concerned authorities the need for all military units to exercise due care and adhere to the provisions of relevant agreements between the two countries to prevent such incidents from recurring, the MEA said. The ministry also said Indias Charge dAffaires in Islamabad had been instructed to lodge a similar protest with Pakistans Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
The Centre has informed the Delhi High Court that a competent adult should be permitted to designate their partnerincluding a partner in a non-heterosexual or queer relationshipto make healthcare decisions on their behalf if they subsequently lose the capacity to do so. The Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare and the National Medical Commission [] The post Delhi High Court: Centre says queer partners may be authorised to take medical decisions during emergencies appeared first on India Legal .
Man, 24, Arrested For Strangling Wife After Marital Dispute In Delhi: Cops
A 24-year-old man was arrested for allegedly strangling his wife to death following a quarrel over strained marital relations in central Delhi, an official said on Wednesday.
Fatal Stabbing In Delhi Over Matchbox Refusal
A minor argument over a matchbox in northwest Delhi escalated into a fatal stabbing incident, leaving one man dead and another injured. Police have apprehended three individuals, including the main accused who allegedly used a knife, following the Tuesday night incident in Keshav Puram.
India, Pakistan naval vessels collide; MEA summons Pakistan envoy in New Delhi
India lodged a protest over the unacceptable and unprofessional conduct of Pakistani naval units at sea
AI hiring trusted by 52 PC in India, report flags bias concerns
New Delhi: Amid a surge in jobhunting and recruitment activity, over half of respondents expressed confidence in the use of artificial intelligence in hiring but organisations must ensure AI hiring processes are fair and transparent, the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants said on Wednesday, September 16. The statement from professional accountancy body said 52 per 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 .
Pakistan naval ship collides with Indian Navy vessel in Arabian Sea, MEA summons Pak diplomat
India on Wednesday summoned Pakistan's Charged'Affaires in New Delhi and lodged a strong diplomatic protest following a collision involving naval units of the two countries in international waters. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) described...
Pakistani Naval Ship Collides With Indian Navy Vessel, India Raises Strong Protest
New Delhi has lodged a strong protest with Pakistan after a Pakistani naval vessel collided with an Indian Navy unit in international waters, prompting New Delhi to summon Pakistan's Charge d'Affaires, NDTV reported. The Ministry of External Affairs said the collision
Delhi HC refuses PIL for inquiry into police action at CJP protest
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IND vs AFG 2nd T20I: Sanju Samson Smashes Fastest T20I Fifty of His Career
Sanju Samson produced a sensational attacking innings against Afghanistan in the second T20I in New Delhi, turning a difficult period of form into a memorable performance. The Indian wicketkeeper-batter struck 57 runs from just 22 deliveries, including seven fours and four sixes, as India chased dow...
CMRL pay-off case: official retracts statement to ED
It has now come to light that P. Suresh Kumar submitted a retraction statement to the ED Directorate in Delhi, alleging illegal and high-handed conduct of the officers of the Kochi office of the Enforcement Directorate.
AI, real-time analytics key to reducing Customs transaction costs: CBIC Chairman
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 16 (IANS) The Customs department should step up the use of artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML) and real-time analytics to reduce physical interface with trusted taxpayers and lower transaction costs for businesses, Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs Chairman Vivek Chaturvedi said on Wednesday. Speaking at an event here, Chaturvedi outlined a long-term vision for the Customs department, calling for a technology-driven system that offers businesses a near-touchless and near-paperless experience. He said the department should work towards building a unified, trusted taxpayer ecosystem that captures consistent compliance by businesses across GST, Customs and other indirect taxes, helping create greater synergy across the indirect tax system. According to him, the department must accelerate the deployment of AI, ML and real-time analytics, cyclical and predictive applications. Greater adoption of technology would help reduce transaction and cargo dwell costs for businesses, he said. The CBIC chief also called for greater support to micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs), including through outreach programmes to help them benefit from Customs facilitation schemes. He said the department should handhold MSMEs so they can make greater use of deferred-duty payment schemes such as Eligible Manufacturer Importer (EMI) and the Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) programme. Technology should serve as a great enabler for Customs, with the objective of creating a near-touchless, near-digital experience particularly for businesses with AEO status, Chaturvedi said. There are currently more than 6,000 entities with AEO certificates, including importers, exporters, logistics providers, custodians and terminal operators, customs brokers and warehouse operators. The AEO programme is a voluntary compliance initiative under which Customs works closely with supply-chain stakeholders to strengthen cargo security while facilitating legitimate trade. Chaturvedi also stressed the need for seamless coordination among government agencies, deeper data integration and wider global reciprocity through Mutual Recognition Agreements (MRAs).
You have to be mentally positive: Nitish Reddy on injury comeback, managements trust
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 16 (IANS) Nitish Kumar Reddys return from injury received a timely boost in Indias second T20I against Afghanistan, with the all-rounder producing a match-winning bowling performance with a three-wicket haul. After an underwhelming outing in the series opener, Nitish said the confidence gained from his second-game performance was exactly what he needed as he continues his comeback. Feels great, you know, every player needs the confidence when theyre coming from injury, and to be fair, the first game was not that great for me and in the second game Im feeling much more happy enough because any player would be needing this confidence and I hope I continue this confidence forward, Nitish said in a BCCI video on Wednesday. Nitish was named Player of the Match after returning figures of 3/24, playing a key role as India restricted Afghanistan to 159/8 before chasing down the target with seven wickets in hand. The performance came after the 22-year-old had spoken about the work done at the BCCI Centre of Excellence to get his body back to full fitness. The all-rounder also highlighted the confidence he has received from the Indian team management since breaking into the side, saying the backing has allowed him to focus on his game without worrying about his place. Its always been a privilege to be a part of the Indian team and the management, obviously, they have given me enough opportunities and they have shown a lot of trust. I think that is what a player would actually need and that Im getting from the management. Im pretty happy with that, he added. However, the road back from injury has also brought a mental challenge. Nitish revealed that the long periods at the COE can be mentally taxing despite the available facilities and training, with conversations with close friends and family helping him cope with the fatigue. I have a couple of best friends, I talk to them every day. Its just mentally very fatigued in COE. Obviously, it feels great to be, you know, getting those many facilities over there to train, to perform, to increase whatever ability you have. But I would say, I talk to my friends, I talk to my family and here and there I go to my home and come back for 1-2 days. That is kind of relief, but yeah, that mentally is one thing which we need to take care of, he stated. For Nitish, managing his body is particularly important given the workload of being an all-rounder. While injuries can be difficult to accept, he believes the response to setbacks ultimately comes down to maintaining the right mindset. Injuries happen. Because maybe Im an all-rounder, I have a lot more loads to work on. I have to keep an eye on them, I have to recover. Im taking all the boxes but somewhere, you know, when you get this injury, you will feel bad about it and its all about mindset, I would say. You have to be really strong at those points. You dont have to let any negative talk or any negative people coming at that time and poking at you. You just have to be mentally positive and do the good things and God will give you at the right time, he concluded.
SC Refuses To Reconstitute Panel On Delhi Protest Violence
Supreme Court says allegations against five-member committee are based on conjecture and preconceived notions.
UPI Framework Explained: P2P Payments, MDR Rules and Transaction Limits
New Delhi, Sept 16: The new UPI framework keeps person-to-person (P2P) transactions completely free, while specified merchant payments above Rs 2,000 may attract a nominal merchant discount rate (MDR), the Finance Ministry said. Individuals will continue to make P2P UPI payments free of charge, irrespective of the amount transferred and without any monthly usage cap. [] The post UPI Framework Explained: P2P Payments, MDR Rules and Transaction Limits appeared first on Northlines .
PM Modi to inaugurate Semicon India 2026 at Delhi's Yashobhoomi tomorrow
The conference will cover the semiconductor value chain, from materials and manufacturing equipment to chip design, fabrication, advanced packaging, and electronics systems.
Will Sooryavanshi get a game in final Afghanistan T20I?
India, having already secured the T20 series against Afghanistan, is likely to experiment with its playing XI in the third and final match in New Delhi. This provides an opportunity for players like Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and others on the bench to get game time before the Asian Games, while Afghanistan aims for an improved performance to boost morale.
CJP protest: SC refuses panel reconstitution over
New Delhi: The Supreme Court has refused to reconstitute a five-member high-powered committee set up to examine alleged police excesses against student protesters in Delhi, underlining that allegations against the panel were conjectures and preconceived notions. A bench comprising Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V Mohana said the 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 .
Weather tomorrow: IMD forecasts rain, thunderstorms in 18 states; 60 kmph winds likely
Delhi Capitals expand US cricket network with new Connecticut academy
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New Development Bank: How Brics bank raises money and finances projects
During the Brics summit in New Delhi, the grouping urged the New Development Bank to expand local-currency financing. Here is how bank raises funds and what it finances
Digital arrest: 88-year-old loses Rs 78L In 10-day ordeal in Delhi
ABVP Campaign Gains Momentum Ahead Of DUSU Polls, Targets 4-0 Sweep
The Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP) has stepped up its campaign for the Delhi University Students Union (DUSU) elections, with its candidates and workers reaching out to students across colleges over campus issues and student concerns. The ABVP panel comprises Yash Dabas for President, Ishu Maurya for Vice-President, Riya Chhawdi for Secretary and Lakshya Raj [] The post ABVP Campaign Gains Momentum Ahead Of DUSU Polls, Targets 4-0 Sweep appeared first on The Commune .
SC refuses panel reconstitution to probe police excesses during CJP protest
The Supreme Court has refused to reconstitute a five-member high-powered committee set up to examine alleged police excesses against student protesters in Delhi, underlining that allegations against the panel were conjectures and preconceived notions. A bench comprising Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V Mohana said the committee has been constituted to assist it with the highest standards of fairness and transparency and with a dispassionate approach. The High-Powered Enquiry Committee (HPEC) is not created to espouse the causes of one or the other party before the court, the bench said in the order dated September 10 that was uploaded online on Tuesday. We are not inclined to effect any alteration in the constitution of the Committee, particularly where the prayer for such reconstitution proceeds on nothing more than conjecture and preconceived notions, articulated even before the HPEC has embarked upon its enquiry, the bench said. The to
Pakistan ramps up drone activity along LoC amid growing pressure to infiltrate
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 16 (IANS) Pakistan has been using drones extensively against India in the past couple of years. Drones have been used to smuggle arms, ammunition and narcotics, especially into Punjab. In the last couple of weeks, the security agencies have noted that there have been drone sightings along the Line of Control (LoC). In August, the security forces had launched a massive search operation along the LoC in Jammu and Kashmirs Rajouri district following the sighting of a suspected Pakistani drone along the border areas. An official said that these drones are flying along the border areas to stage an attack. They are also being used to gather information about the movement of the Indian security forces so that Pakistan can affect infiltration of its terrorists who are waiting at the launchpads, the official added. An Intelligence Bureau official said that all conventional methods of infiltration have failed in the last many months. The situation in Pakistan-occupied-Kashmir (PoK), where protests are on for the last three months, is also not helping the ISIs cause. The security forces, who usually guided the infiltrations by causing distractions along the border areas, too, are busy with the ongoing situation in PoK, the official said. Further, there is a growing frustration as the terrorists are unable to infiltrate. Some of them have been waiting for over one year at the launchpads and this has added to both frustration and them being demoralised, the official added. In the August incident, alert Indian security forces had fired at the drones, which forced them to retreat. Pakistan would continue to send in drones on a larger scale as it is desperate to gather information about the movement and positions of Indian troops. They would deploy these drones more around the infiltration points as this information would help the terrorists enter Jammu and Kashmir, officials say. The increased drone activity also coincides with the immense pressure that is being applied by the terror bosses of the LeT, JeM and Hizbul Mujahideen on the ISI. All these terror groups want some big action in Jammu and Kashmir, and owing to high security, they have not been successful in their plans. Another official said that while Pakistan has been using these drones to gather information relating to the Indian troops, they are also making efforts to drop off arms and ammunition into Jammu and Kashmir. The ISI is attempting at replicating the Punjab playbook in Jammu and Kashmir as well. In the last couple of years, Punjab has been facing a major drone menace. Highly sophisticated drones that are linked to satellites are being used to drop off narcotics and arms and ammunition, the official said. Officials say that along the LoC, Pakistan has been using the Medium Altitude Long Endurance drones along with the Turkey-made Bayraktar TB2 platforms. These are being sighted near the forward sectors along the LoC. These drones are specifically meant to map the movement of troops and also feed real time coordinates to those manning the launchpads across the border, officials say. In addition to gathering information about the Indian troops, Pakistan has also been trying to drop off pistols, magnetic sticky bombs, M4 carbines and grenades. These are meant for the local terror network in Jammu and Kashmir. For the ISI to rebuild its terror network, it needs the locals to be well-equipped and also ensure that the foreign terrorists are able to infiltrate. This desperation has led to enhanced drone activity and it is very unlikely that the frequency would increase in the days to come, an official said.
Giredmet inks pact with Alt Metals for titanium sponge pilot production unit
The pact, signed at the Innoprom India exhibition in New Delhi last week, aims to develop cooperation between Russian and Indian specialists in the field of deep processing of mineral raw materials
Dating app turns into trap, man loses Rs 80 lakh in Delhi
UPI MDR 'inevitable' amid surge in digital payment adoption, says Zerodha's Nithin Kamath
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 16 (IANS) Zerodha CEO Nithin Kamath on Wednesday backed the recently introduced Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) on person to merchant UPI payments and said it was probably required as the digital payment system gained widespread adoption. In a post on social media platform X, Kamath said the introduction of MDR could help address the current concentration in the UPI ecosystem where three apps account for more than 95 per cent of the market. I think MDR on UPI was probably inevitable at some point, especially given how widespread UPI adoption has become. It could also lead to more competition, Kamath said in a post on X. However, he said the proposed MDR structure may not be suitable for certain use cases, particularly investing and broking. Kamath said brokers have no guarantee that money transferred to their accounts through UPI would eventually result in a transaction. Since brokers cannot force customers to trade after transferring funds, they could face a cost without generating corresponding revenue if the UPI charge cannot be passed on to customers. For instance, he said 10,000 customers making 50 UPI transfers of Rs 2 lakh each in a month without executing a trade could potentially cost a broker around Rs 2 crore under the proposed MDR. He also flagged the impact of quarterly settlement requirements under which brokers are required to return unused client funds. What makes this even more challenging is quarterly settlement (QS). This is a SEBI regulation that requires brokers to send unused funds back to clients every month or quarter, he wrote. Customers often transfer these funds back to their broking accounts, with more than half of such transfers taking place through UPI, he said. Kamath said this could result in brokers bearing UPI charges on repeated fund transfers without generating incremental revenue.
Gold futures rise to Rs 1.51 lakh on firm spot demand
New Delhi: Gold prices on Wednesday, September 16, rose by Rs 803 to Rs 1.51 lakh per 10 grams in futures trade as speculators created fresh positions on firm spot demand. On the Multi Commodity Exchange, the yellow metal contract for the October delivery traded higher by Rs 803, or 0.53 per cent, at Rs 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 .
UGC protests: Delhi High Court declines urgent hearing on plea against police refusing permission
The Delhi High Court on Wednesday declined to urgently hear a plea challenging the Delhi Polices refusal to permit a protest at Jantar Mantar on September 20 against the recently notified University Grants Commission (Promotion of Equity in Higher Education Institutions) Regulations, 2026. The plea was mentioned before a Division Bench headed by Chief Justice [] The post UGC protests: Delhi High Court declines urgent hearing on plea against police refusing permission appeared first on India Legal .
India has potential to power the next wave of global growth: IMF
New Delhi: International Monetary Fund (IMF) says India has the potential to power the next wave of global growth, supported by its strong economic foundations, private-sector dynamism and expanding technological capabilities. IMF Deputy Managing Director Nigel Clarke described India as the worlds fastest-growing major economy and a central contributor to international economic expansion. [] The post India has potential to power the next wave of global growth: IMF appeared first on Northlines .
Organisations must ensure AI hiring processes are fair and transparent: Accountancy body
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 16 (IANS) Amid a surge in jobhunting and recruitment activity, over half of respondents expressed confidence in the use of artificial intelligence in hiring but organisations must ensure AI hiring processes are fair and transparent, the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants said on Wednesday. The statement from professional accountancy body said 52 per cent of respondents in India are confident about AI algorithms in hiring processes, well above the global figure of 43 per cent. The trend is mirrored at board level with 40 per cent of leaders trusting their use of AI when selecting talent. Generationally in India, Gen Z is the most positive about the use of AI to support transparency in the recruitment processes, with 54 per cent of the cohort confident that it can support fair and unbiased hiring. Gen Y is more balanced with 48 per cent showing confidence, while Gen X is wary by comparison with only 27 per cent feeling the same. Across different seniority levels, the confidence levels around AI-based hiring in India are higher compared to global figures. Respondents in our survey said that using AI in hiring is proving to be a strong recruitment funnel helping them sift through large applicant pools, but it requires human ownership and intervention, said Sajid Khan, Director India at ACCA. However, AI models can have inherent biases and are not automatically objective or fair. Context blindness is another risk - explaining career decisions like career breaks, changes, and growth come with subjectivity and personal stories something that agentic AI cant be expected to be mindful about, Khan added. The accountancy body said that one of the main concern is the lack of human touch in processes less personal feedback on applications, and the increased anonymity of processes that are less human-centric. The statement noted growing interest in the appropriate governance around the use of technologies, increased attention on the value of audits and monitoring processes around the AI algorithms being used and strengthening regulatory requirements.
