Delhi Government Accuses Opposition of Politicizing Tragic Building Collapse
Delhis Harish Khurana criticizes AAP and Congress for politicizing the recent building collapse that claimed seven lives. Delhi Government Accuses Opposition of Politicizing Tragic Building Collapse
Sealing drive imminent, PG at Satya Niketanasks all 40 female occupants to move out
Delhis student hubs: soaring rents, ageing buildings and little room to breathe
Delhi government orders safety inspections of PGs and coaching centres after Satya Niketan collapse
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Court Sends Building Owner and Wife to Judicial Custody Following Delhi Collapse
A Delhi court has ordered the owner and his wife to custody after a building collapse, while their son faces police interrogation. Court Sends Building Owner and Wife to Judicial Custody Following Delhi Collapse
Delhi court denies anticipatory bail to YouTuber Ajeet Bharti in SC/ST Act case
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Congress Leaders Criticize Delhi Government Over Satya Niketan Incident
Congress leaders allege pressure from building mafias on Delhis government following the Satya Niketan incident, demanding accountability. Congress Leaders Criticize Delhi Government Over Satya Niketan Incident
The ED conducted searches at seven locations across Kolkata, Delhi, and Ranchi on Monday. These searches are part of a money laundering probe involving Akhbar-E-Mashriq Pvt Ltd. The investigation also includes Trinamool Congress Rajya Sabha MP Mohd Nadimul Haque. Allegations involve promoting communal disharmony and illegal financial transactions. The probe was initiated based on an FIR filed by Bidhannagar Police.
Manipuri musician beaten to death in Delhi; 8 held
A 54-year-old Manipuri musician, C Vikram Singh, tragically died in New Delhi after being allegedly assaulted by a group of delivery workers and dhaba staff. The incident occurred when Singh objected to their loud behaviour and drinking outside his Kilokari village apartment. Police have arrested seven men and apprehended one juvenile in connection with the case, which is currently under investigation.
BRICS summit security, law and order, traffic preparedness reviewed in Delhi, Noida and Ghaziabad
An inter-state coordination meeting reviewed security and traffic preparedness for the upcoming BRICS summit. Senior police officers discussed measures for seamless coordination between neighboring districts. Joint Commissioner of Police Milind Mahadeo Dumbere chaired the important security review meeting. The officials focused on ensuring smooth law and order during the summit. This preparedness ensures a secure environment for visiting dignitaries.
Delhi Tragedy: Building Owner Retired From Air Force, Runs Shop In Gurugram
The building was 50 years old. The Gupta family had it repaired and turned it into a paying-guest facility to leverage the area's proximity to Delhi University.
Delhi collapse: Student's kin question 4-hour rescue delay
A 20-year-old student, Aditya, survived a building collapse in Delhi after being trapped for four hours, during which he communicated with his family. His family is now questioning the significant delay in his rescue, despite him being conscious and able to call for help. The incident, which killed seven, has led to an inquiry and the arrest of the building owner.
Lucknow tops clean-air rankings; Delhi betters Mumbai and Bengaluru
Lucknow secured the top position in the Swachh Vayu Sarvekshan 2026 rankings. Madhya Pradesh cities like Indore, Jabalpur, and Bhopal also performed well. Odisha cities showed significant progress among smaller population categories. National capital Delhi improved its air quality ranking to 30th place. Overall, 108 out of 130 cities improved PM10 levels.
Manipuri musician beaten to death for objecting to shouting, drinking outside his Delhi flat; 7 held
A Manipuri musician died after being assaulted by delivery workers and dhaba staff. He had objected to their loud drinking and disturbance outside his apartment. Police arrested seven men and apprehended one juvenile in connection with the incident. The musician was rushed to the hospital but later succumbed to his injuries. Authorities are conducting a thorough investigation into the fatal assault.
Haldwani 'purification' row: Congress workers protest in Dehradun, MPs to meet President
Congress leaders demonstrated in Dehradun, demanding an FIR for a recent ritual. Over thirty SC/ST MPs met in Delhi to seek a meeting with the President. They will submit a memorandum against the 'purification' act and demand an FIR. Congress leaders called the ritual an insult to the Constitution and untouchability. They believe public anger will lead to the BJP government's ouster.
Nadendla Inaugurates Special Rice Outlet at AP Bhavan in New Delhi
They would get quality rice and essential commodities at low prices through this outlet.
Delhi building collapse: PG operator, wife sent to judicial custody, son gets 2-day police remand
A Delhi court has sent a married couple to judicial custody following a building collapse. Their son was remanded to two days of police custody after the incident. Seven people died after the decades-old building collapsed in Satya Niketan on Sunday. The family is being probed for their role in running the PG accommodation and renovation work. Investigators are also searching for the PG operators and the labour contractor involved.
DC Edit | Delhi Horror: Court Must Step In
The 50-foot-tall building was constructed on a 55-square-yard plot without an adequate foundation to keep the structure stable. Yet, local officials ignored the violations, permitting students to live in precarious conditions
KL Rahul staying at Delhi Capitals? DC co-owner quashes IPL 2027 trade rumours
KL Rahul staying at Delhi Capitals DC coowner quashes IPL trade rumours
Deputy commissioner among 5 officials suspended
Immediate Sealing Of Buildings With Unauthorised 5th Floor Ordered, Says CM
CM Mohan Yadav pitches MP as investment destination at Dubai meet
Digital Desk | Bhopal, Sep 7 (IANS) Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Monday pitched the state as a long-term investment destination at the Annual Investment Meeting (AIM) Congress-2026 in Dubai, highlighting its central location, connectivity, industrial infrastructure and investor-friendly policies. Addressing the Invest in Madhya Pradesh, India session, Chief Minister Yadav said the state was ot merely a land of opportunities but a hub for long-term, stable and reliable investment partnerships. He invited investors from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and other countries to participate in the Global Investors Summit-2027 to be held in Bhopal. Chief Minister Yadav said that Madhya Pradesh's geographical location at the centre of India allowed goods to be transported to any part of the country within 24 to 36 hours. The Delhi-Mumbai Industrial Corridor, road and rail network and modern logistics facilities, the Chief Minister said, made the state a natural hub for manufacturing and distribution. Madhya Pradesh is rapidly developing a robust industrial ecosystem across sectors such as agriculture and food processing, textiles, automobiles, engineering, pharmaceuticals, telecommunications equipment, optical fibre, electronics, clean energy and digital manufacturing, CM Yadav added. The Chief Minister held a series of meetings with the UAE and Russian leaders and business groups during his Dubai visit. He met Ras Al Khaimah ruler Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi and Tatarstan Head Rustam Minnikhanov to discuss cooperation in manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, logistics, food processing, agriculture, tourism and renewable energy. He also met the UAE Economy and Tourism Minister Abdulla Bin Touq Al Marri and Foreign Trade Minister Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi. Discussions included industrial parks, SEZs, green energy, cold chains, electric vehicles, pharmaceuticals and export platforms. On Tuesday, Chief Minister Mohan Yadav is scheduled to meet senior representatives of Rana Holdings, GEMS Education, Crescent Group, Pure Health, Sharaf Group, Choithrams, DP World, Beaumark Corporation, West Zone, KGK Group, Vistas Media Capital and VFS Global. He will also meet the Sharjah Chamber Chairman Abdullah Sultan Al Owais and participate in a roundtable with the chamber and IBPC Sharjah. Meetings with Bee'ah Group and Emaar Group are also scheduled to explore investments in environmental management, urban development, real estate and infrastructure.
ABVP protests Delhi University building collapse, demands MCD commissioner resignation
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Delhi building collapse: PG owner, his wife and son held; 5 officials suspended
The rescue operations were called off at around 5.10 pm, following which all rescue units were withdrawn from the site, according to the Delhi Fire Service
'Orwellian Dystopia: HC raps Noida DM over students detention during workers' protest
The Allahabad High Court quashed the National Security Act detention of Akriti Chaudhary. The court ordered recovery of five lakh rupees from Gautam Buddha Nagar officials. This compensation will be paid to the Delhi University student activist. The bench criticized the arbitrary invocation of the stringent preventive detention law. Officials' conduct was noted in their service records for their actions.
New Delhi: The Supreme Court, on Monday, September 7, questioned the UP Police over its move to seek digital footprints from independent journalist Abhishek Upadhyay, who reported the Ayodhya Ram temple donation theft allegations. A bench of Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant, Justice Joymalya Bagchi and Justice V Mohana directed Ghaziabad Police Commissioner Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Delhi man held for Rs 45 lakh online trading fraud
Satya Niketan collapse: Rescue operations end
Left everything behind: Adjacent buildings looming demolition leaves students anxious
A collapsed Satya Niketan PG's tenancy agreement excluded liability for tenant injuries and deaths. The Delhi High Court ordered a high-level inquiry into the building's collapse. The Municipal Corporation of Delhi faces scrutiny for inadequate safety measures and oversight. The court also directed audits of all private PG accommodations across the city. This incident renews focus on safety standards for student housing.
Delhi Government Takes Action Following Fatal Building Collapse in Satya Niketan
After a tragic building collapse in Satya Niketan, Delhis government is reviewing safety regulations for PG accommodations and buildings. Delhi Government Takes Action Following Fatal Building Collapse in Satya Niketan
Delhi LG orders structural audit of all PG accommodations within a week after Satya Niketan collapse
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Inside Delhi's Satya Niketan tragedy: 7 dead, owner arrested, officials suspended
Inside Delhis Satya Niketan tragedy dead owner arrested officials suspended
Manipur Singer Beaten To Death For Objecting To Drinking Outside Delhi Home
Vikram Singh, who belonged to the Meitei community, objected to men creating a nuisance outside his house.
Seven Dead in South Delhi Building Collapse; Three Arrested Including Owner
A deadly building collapse in South Delhi claims seven lives, leading to the arrest of the owner and two family members. Seven Dead in South Delhi Building Collapse; Three Arrested Including Owner
Manipur musician beaten to death in Delhi, 7 held
New Delhi, Sep 7: A 54-year-old Manipuri musician died after a group of delivery workers and dhaba staff allegedly assaulted him when he objected to their shouting and drinking alcohol outside his Kilokari village apartment in the early hours of Monday, officials said. Police arrested seven men and apprehended one juvenile in the case. The [] The post Manipur musician beaten to death in Delhi, 7 held first appeared on Highland Post .
Former Manipur CM Expresses Grief Over Death of Music Teacher in Delhi
Former Manipur CM N. Biren Singh mourns the death of renowned music teacher Chongtham Vikram Singh, urging swift justice in the case. Former Manipur CM Expresses Grief Over Death of Music Teacher in Delhi
CM Rekha Gupta reviews Delhi's PG safety, student housing regulations
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 7 (IANS) After the death of seven people in the Satya Niketan building collapse, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said on Monday that the state government would step up checks on buildings, strengthen safety enforcement and review regulations governing paying guest (PG) accommodations across the national capital. In a post on social media platform X, CM Rekha Gupta added that she attended a joint review meeting chaired by Lieutenant Governor Taranjit Singh Sandhu on building safety, student accommodation and PG regulations in Delhi. She said that the meeting focused on strict safety checks, fixing responsibility and improving coordination among government agencies. Chief Minister Gupta announced that a committee led by Urban Development Minister Ashish Sood would review existing PG regulations. The committee will also explore ways to increase student accommodation through universities, the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) and the Delhi Development Authority (DDA). The Delhi government will examine the possibility of using vacant DDA housing units to provide accommodation for students, the Chief Minister said. A key decision taken at the meeting is to conduct structural audits of existing PG buildings to assess their safety and security. The move comes amid growing concerns over the condition of student accommodation in Delhi following the Satya Niketan tragedy. Earlier on Monday, Chief Minister Gupta said that five MCD officials had been suspended in connection with the building collapse. The suspended officials include the South Zone Deputy Commissioner, Superintending Engineer, Executive Engineer, Assistant Engineer and Junior Engineer. The Chief Minister also ordered a citywide drive to identify and seal buildings having unauthorised fifth floors. She said that nearby PG accommodations and buildings would also undergo thorough inspections, with strict action against violations. Anyone found guilty or responsible will not be spared, CM Gupta said in her earlier statement. The meeting was attended by the Delhi Chief Secretary Rajeev Verma, NDRF Director General Piyush Anand, Delhi Police Commissioner Anurag Kumar and other senior officials. Officials said that the Rekha Gupta-led government's latest measures signal a wider crackdown on unsafe buildings while seeking to address the shortage of safe and affordable accommodation for students in Delhi.
We Dug Out Friends' Bodies: Students Recall Delhi Building Collapse Horror
Students also alleged that the incident was highlighted by student leaders only because the Delhi University Students' Union (DUSU) elections are near.
Protest Erupts In Delhi Over Murder Of Manipuri Music Teacher Chongtham Vikram
Protests were held in southeast Delhi following the alleged murder of 54-year-old Manipuri music teacher and guitarist Chongtham Vikram, who was reportedly beaten by a group of men at Kilokari under the Sunlight Colony police station. Vikram had been living in the area for around 10 years and was allegedly assaulted after objecting to loud... The post Protest Erupts In Delhi Over Murder Of Manipuri Music Teacher Chongtham Vikram first appeared on Northeast Today .
Death threat to Union Minister Giriraj Singh, FIR registered in Begusarai
Digital Desk | Patna, Sep 7 (IANS) Union Minister and Begusarai MP Giriraj Singh has reportedly received a death threat through an anonymous letter sent to his ministry office in New Delhi, prompting the registration of an FIR at Begusarai Town police station and the launch of an investigation. According to police, an anonymous letter addressed to Giriraj Singh was delivered by post to his ministry office in New Delhi on September 3. The letter allegedly contained a threat to kill the Union Minister and also made references to terrorists. Yogendra Singh, the Union Ministers private secretary, informed the Begusarai Superintendent of Police (SP) about the letter. Following the information, the SPs office directed the Begusarai Town police station to register a case. An FIR was subsequently registered on September 4 on the basis of a complaint by Town SHO Satish Kumar Himanshu. The police have begun efforts to trace the sender and establish the circumstances behind the threat. Police said the threatening letter was written in English and contained two mobile numbers. It also mentioned the name and address of a person from a village in Srinivaspur taluka of Karnatakas Kolar district. The FIR has named the sender as an unknown accused, while also recording the names, addresses and mobile numbers mentioned in the letter as part of the investigation. Investigators are now examining the mobile numbers and other details contained in the letter to determine whether they can help identify the person who sent it. The police are investigating the connection between the individuals, address, and mobile numbers mentioned in the letter and the alleged threat. They are also verifying whether the address and contact details belong to the people identified in the letter and whether they have any connection with the incident. Officials are examining all available leads to establish the identity of the sender and determine the motive behind the threat. Further details are expected to emerge as the investigation progresses.
Satya Niketan tragedy: Two families donate corneas of deceased at AIIMS
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 7 (IANS) As the death toll in the Satya Niketan building collapse reached seven, two grieving families have made a deeply compassionate decision by donating the corneas of their deceased loved ones at the All India Institurte of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), potentially giving the gift of sight to people in need. According to information provided by AIIMS, the families of two of the seven deceased victims consented to cornea donation. The donated corneas may be used for patients requiring corneal transplantation, potentially helping restore vision. The decision comes at a time of immense grief for the families, who lost their loved ones in one of Delhi's most tragic recent building collapses. Despite their personal loss, they chose to help others through eye donation, turning an unbearable moment of sorrow into an act that could bring hope to those waiting for the gift of sight. The collapse occurred at a five-storeyed PG building in Delhi's Satya Niketan area around 1:30 p.m. on Sunday. Rescue teams pulled 12 people from the debris during an operation that continued for more than 24 hours. Seven of those rescued later died during treatment, while five injured victims remain under treatment. Three of the injured are reported to be in critical condition. Those dead included five students and two labourers. The students had been living in the Satya Niketan area while pursuing their studies. The tragedy has also led to arrests and administrative action. The Delhi Police finally arrested the building owner and two members of her family. Similarly, the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) suspended five officials in connection with collapse of the building. Meanwhile amid the grief and questions surrounding the tragedy, the decision by two families to donate their loved ones' corneas is being seen as a powerful act of humanity. According to doctors, their gesture could help transform the loss of life into the possibility of a new beginning for someone waiting to see the world again.
Three arrested over Satya Niketan building collapse as Delhi suspends MCD officials
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Satya Niketan tragedy: PG owner held, MCD officials suspended; structural audit ordered | Top points
The over 27-hour rescue operation in Delhi's Satya Niketan area concluded on Monday evening, with officials declaring that the building collapse incident left seven people dead and five others injured. The rescue operation concluded around...
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No added pressure: Satwik-Chirag focus on fine-tuning ahead of Asian Games
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 7 (IANS) Fresh from winning the China Masters, Indias Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty are focused on making the most of the 10-day window before the Asian Games, with the reigning champions insisting there is no added pressure despite entering the continental showpiece as defending champions. No, not necessarily. I think weve played. This is going to be the third Asian Games. And I think we are used to the games, like playing at such big stages. So I think theres no added pressure as such of playing a big event. But I think pressure is always there. For each and every tournament that you play, this is how you are able to cope with it and handle it. And I think we just want to go like, we have 10 days of practice before we head to the Asian Games, and we want to go out there and give it our best. So before we take that flight to Nagoya, we want to practise all the shortcomings and improve on things we want to improve on. And I think in the next 10 days, that would be our goal to keep our bodies fit and to work on the things that need to be worked on, Chirag Shetty told IANS in a virtual interaction. The World No. 5 Indians were made to work hard in the China Masters final on Sunday as they came from behind to beat Chinas He and Ren 11-21, 21-13, 21-17 in a 70-minute thriller. The victory was especially sweet for Satwik and Chirag, who finished second in the China Masters in 2023 and 2025 and reached the semifinals in 2024. They became the first Indian men's doubles pair to win the event since its inception in 2005. Reflecting on their victory, the pair said the title has given them a timely confidence boost ahead of the Asian Games. Yeah, it feels really good, obviously, to win the China Masters right before the Asian Games. It definitely gives us a huge confidence boost going into the Asian Games, especially after having a tough few months being away from the court. So it definitely gives us a boost that, yes, the thing that we are doing is actually working. And weve got some really good match practice as well. And it definitely is a good sign. And yeah, I think we just want, as I said before, we just want to go out there and give our best at the Asian Games. Its a major event. And weve always looked up to and wanted to perform well at the Asian Games. And likewise, this time too, we want to go out there and really do well for the country. Their win at the China Masters was the 10th BWF World Tour title of their careers and the third World Tour final of 2026. They were runners-up at the Thailand Open in May and claimed the Singapore Open title later that month. The Chinese pair got off to a flying start in the final, racing into a 5-0 lead and remaining in control to lead 11-5 at the interval. Satwik and Chirag could not get going and eventually lost the first game 11-21 in 18 minutes. In game two, the Indians answered emphatically. China raced to a 2-0 lead, but Satwik and Chirag rallied to level at 3-3 and 6-6 and then took charge. The world No. 5 Indians were made to work hard in the China Masters final on Sunday as they came from behind to beat Chinas He and Ren 11-21, 21-13, 21-17 in a 70-minute thriller. The victory was especially sweet for Satwik and Chirag, who finished second in the China Masters in 2023 and 2025 and reached the semifinals in 2024. They became the first Indian men's doubles pair to win the event since its inception in 2005. Their China Masters campaign also helped them address some of the issues that surfaced during their quarterfinal exit at the BWF World Championships in New Delhi last month. Reflecting on their victory, the pair said the title has given them a timely confidence boost ahead of the Asian Games. I think its mainly physical, I think. I think it's the physical aspect. I think we became much better after the World Championship. We got time; we got adjusted. And it was difficult for us at the World Championship because we didnt have much time. One match, and then we played the quarterfinals right away. So I think after the World Championship, our bodies kind of got settled down, used to it, then we kind of got better. Then we werent sure as well in the China Masters, like how much we can cope with the body throughout the week. So we are just taking one match at a time. So I think overall, it was pretty much comfortable throughout the week. So thats a good sign going ahead. Chirag added that the experience of playing several matches in China gave them greater confidence in their physical condition. Yeah, I think to add to what Satwik said, I think at the World Championships, we didnt really get a lot of court time as such. Especially going into a tough match in the quarterfinals against the Chinese. And we were playing a tournament after almost three odd months. And the first one that we played was very scratchy. And obviously, I think our bodies didnt cope as well. Whereas when we played five matches here at the China Open, and we almost played three games, barring the first round, we played four, three games. And yet, I think the body feels a lot better than it was at the World Championships. So I think we got another week of practice going towards the China Masters. And I think that really helped us to do well at the China Masters. And yeah, I think thats the thing. One of the biggest lessons from the World Championships was the need to remain patient while attacking and trust their defensive game. I think one of the major things that we incorporated from the World Championships is to be patient while we are attacking and to trust our defence. I think thats one thing which we did fairly well at the China Masters. I think we werent in a hurry to finish it when we got those lifts. And we were quite, I think, sure of what strokes we have to play and want to play. And even when things were not going our way, or when, I think, even when we were doing the right things, maybe a little slower, maybe not doing the right things, we were still trusting our instincts and trusting ourselves that, yes, we can still get those wins. We just need to do the right things again and again, and eventually the win will come. And I think thats what happened. Even when we were down, we were able to come back quite well. Satwik also felt the World Championships had shown that they could compete at the highest level even when not operating at their best physically. Yeah, I mean, from the World Championships, I think the takeaway would be like, even without our A weapons, we kind of played at a high level. So that was a very good point, as in, like, physically wasnt there, like fully not yet there. But I think still playing at the top level, I think that was a huge confidence for us. I think even though we werent, like, I wasnt able to smash 100% still, we are playing quarterfinals and travelling with the top players. I think that gave us a lot of confidence for me. The duo also highlighted the importance of adapting their tactics according to their opponents, having faced a variety of playing styles at the China Masters. Yeah, I think we just discussed, like, didnt really discuss as much. I think it was just plainly tactics on how we approach each game at the China Masters. And each pair that we played at the China Masters had a very, very different game. Like in the first round, we played a Malaysian pair who, I think, wouldnt want to lift as much, whereas the ones we played in the quarterfinals were the French pair who are both singles players. So they want to lift as high as possible and get into the defence. Similarly, in the quarterfinals as well, against Kim and Anas, we had an extremely strong defence. And so I think we played a very, very sort of like a lot of different kinds of opponents, which I think we sat down and discussed for each match and analysed what we needed to do and what needed to be done. I think thats what we did. Before the tournament, we just had meetings where, like, what went wrong at the World Championships and how we could improve things, maybe psychologically, maybe technically or whatever. But I think all those shortcomings that we had at the World Championships, I think we were able to address them and correct them quite well at the China Masters. With five matches played in China, the pair also got a valuable test of their physical readiness for the Asian Games. Yeah, I think it wasnt challenging mentally. It was challenging physically. Because we played a late match last night. Then again, we had less time to recover. It happened all the time during the finals. And again, playing against China, its not an easy thing. So it was always like the whole tournament scenario was, like, over physically. Like, the next day we wake up, and we have a talk, like, we are physically good enough to push. Or we talked about this so that we could push in the match. So, so far it has happened in a good way. So we didnt have any negative signs. So I think we were focusing more on ourselves rather than the opponent. So we were just focusing on ourselves, sticking to basic plans, basic strategies, what we wanted to do. And we were pretty much confident on the final day as well. But we couldnt start really well. But I think as the game progressed, I think we became much more confident in ourselves. And we kind of stuck to the game plan. We kept it very simple. And we played, like, pretty much kind of A game there in the finals. Chirag said the demanding week also reassured them about their fitness. Yeah, similar to what Satwik said. We wanted to be there, like, really strong physically. And like, obviously playing five back-to-back matches is definitely not easy, especially if youre playing three games. And I think each day when we were playing those matches, I think we were, we sort of grew in confidence that yes, our bodies can cope quite well and were able to take the load quite well. And I think even after the finals, we felt quite good. And even after playing five days of intense badminton, I think we were quite good. So I think that was a good sign. The reigning Asian Games champions will now have 10 days to prepare before travelling to Nagoya, with the focus firmly on fitness, correcting shortcomings and carrying the confidence from China into the continental event.
Delhi Survey Tagged 27 Houses As 'Dangerous'. One That Collapsed Not On List
According to the MCD's post-collapse assessment, there was no sanctioned building plan, the basement construction was unauthorised, and the property did not have a Fire NOC.
Delhi Minister Ashish Sood blames 27 years of neglect for Satya Niketan building collapse
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Students Demand Safety Reforms After Tragic Incident at Satya Niketan
ABVP protests in New Delhi for student safety reforms following a tragic event at Satya Niketan, calling for accountability and action. Students Demand Safety Reforms After Tragic Incident at Satya Niketan
Satya Niketan building collapse: 7 dead, family arrested, 5 MCD officials suspended as probe widens
Tragedy in Satya Niketan: Families Donate Corneas Amid Grief
In a heartbreaking incident in New Delhi, families of victims from a building collapse show humanity by donating corneas to those in need. Tragedy in Satya Niketan: Families Donate Corneas Amid Grief
Union Minister Giriraj Singh receives death threat via post; FIR registered
Union Textiles Minister Giriraj Singh received a death threat through a letter. The anonymous letter was sent by post to his office in New Delhi. Police registered an FIR after confirming the incident and the threatening message. Investigators are now trying to establish the source and motive behind the threat. The minister was informed by his private secretary and asked to register a case.
Congress Leader Calls for Structural Audits Following Fatal Hostel Incident in Delhi
Congress leader Bhai Jagtap demands accountability and structural audits after the tragic deaths at a Delhi hostel, criticizing government inaction. Congress Leader Calls for Structural Audits Following Fatal Hostel Incident in Delhi
TN Assembly drama: CM Vijay attacks DMK over past corruption | Above the Fold | Sept 7, 2026
Todays Above the Fold bulletin covers Tamil Nadus heated Assembly clashes over past corruption charges, Delhis tragic hostel collapse raising serious safety questions, and New Delhis official stance on a controversial new UN map. We also examine escalating West Asia strikes, ISROs milestone satellite launch, and key diplomatic engagements worldwide.
Building collapse: Delhi govt says AAP, Congress indulging in politics over tragedy
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 7 (IANS) Moti Nagar legislator and Delhi government spokesperson Harish Khurana on Monday accused the Opposition AAP and Congress party of indulging in politics over the tragic building collapse in Satya Niketan, which claimed seven lives. In a video statement, Khurana said their priority after the incident was to rescue as many students from the site as possible, but the AAP and the Congress were more interested in a blame game. Khurana reminded the AAP that when the party was in power in Delhi and in MCD, over 700 incidents of house collapse took place in 2023 and 2024. He said over 50 lives were lost in these incidents, and still the AAP is trying to indulge in a blame game after the Satya Niketan incident. Khurana said the Congress should also remember that when it was in power in the city and the Centre, a massive building collapse in east Delhis Lalita Park had claimed over 65 lives. He said that a blame game leads nowhere and the BJP-led government led by Rekha Gupta is committed to taking firm action. He said the Chief Minister has suspended five MCD officials and ordered sealing of illegal fifth floors. We are going to set the system right. The Delhi government is sensitive and working on the ground, he said. Earlier on Sunday, Delhi BJP President Harsh Malhotra expressed deep sorrow over the building accident in Satya Niketan and said that the Central Government, Delhi Government and Municipal Corporation of Delhi are all standing with the victim families in their hour of immense and unbearable grief. At this moment, our first priority is to rescue those trapped under the debris and take them for medical treatment. Immediately thereafter, an investigation into the accident will be conducted. This was an occupied building, and it is essential to understand the exact cause of the accident. Malhotra said that if any department is found responsible or negligent during the investigation, strict action will be taken against every officer and engineer found to be involved.
MP CM Mohan Yadav invites global investors at AIM Congress 2026
Digital Desk | Bhopal/Dubai, Sep 7 (IANS) Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Monday invited investors from across the world to invest in the state, describing it as a rapidly emerging industrial hub located at the heart of India's vast domestic market. Addressing the Annual Investment Meeting (AIM) Congress 2026 at the Dubai World Trade Centre, Chief Minister Yadav said that Madhya Pradesh offers strong connectivity, a developed industrial base and investor-friendly policies. He assured that investors would receive full administrative support at every level, adding that the state government would stand shoulder to shoulder with them and ensure that their proposals do not remain pending in government offices. Congratulating the organisers of the AIM Congress, the Chief Minister said the platform had evolved beyond traditional investment summits into a significant forum for global innovation, economic partnerships and new opportunities. He noted that changing geopolitical conditions, shifting supply chains, artificial intelligence and the push for green growth were reshaping investment trends, making the event's theme -- New Investment Avenues for Global Prosperity for a Sustainable and Inclusive Future highly relevant. Chief Minister Yadav said that relations between India and the United Arab Emirates were at an unprecedented high, driven by the deep trust between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the UAE's top leadership. He added that the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), which came into effect in 2022, had opened new avenues in trade, investment, logistics and digital cooperation. Bilateral trade between the two countries has already crossed $100 billion, with a target of $200 billion by 2032. Madhya Pradesh, the Chief Minister expressed confidence, would play a key role in achieving this goal. Chief Minister Yadav invited investors from the UAE and other countries to explore opportunities in food processing and agri-business, textiles and garments, pharmaceuticals, engineering and manufacturing, logistics and warehousing, renewable energy, digital infrastructure, data centres and future technologies. Highlighting the state's agricultural strength, the Chief Minister said that Madhya Pradesh is among India's leading producers of soybean, wheat, pulses, maize and spices, and has significant potential in food processing. With the UAE importing a large share of its food requirements, Madhya Pradesh could emerge as a reliable long-term supply partner for the Gulf region. Linking the state's farm produce to markets like Dubai would also benefit farmers through better prices and create investment opportunities in cold chains, grading, storage and processing. On the textiles front, Chief Minister Yadav referred to traditional products such as Chanderi and Maheshwari sarees, which are now being integrated with modern textile parks and garment manufacturing units. The state aims to secure a stronger position in the global textile value chain. He also pointed to the progress in pharmaceuticals, engineering and advanced manufacturing, citing industrial hubs such as Pithampur, Mandideep and Malanpur as established bases for automobile, engineering, electronics and high-tech production. The Chief Minister described the UAE not only as an important market for Madhya Pradesh but also as a gateway to the Middle East, Africa and Europe. With the Delhi-Mumbai Industrial Corridor, a strong expressway network, developed industrial zones and multi-modal logistics, Madhya Pradesh is well-positioned as a strategic partner for global investors, he said. During the visit, CM Yadav also inaugurated an exhibition of Madhya Pradesh's One District One Product and Geographical Indication products. The display featured bell metal crafts from Betul, Chanderi sarees from Ashoknagar, Maheshwari sarees from Khargone, batik prints from Ujjain, zari-zardozi from Bhopal and carpets from Gwalior. He stressed the need to connect these traditional products with global markets.
54-year-old Manipuri musician beaten to death in Delhi for objecting drinking outside flat; 8 held
A 54-year-old Manipuri musician was beaten to death by a group of delivery workers and dhaba staff when he objected to their shouting and drinking alcohol outside his flat in Kilokari village in the early hours of Monday. The victim was identified as C Vikram Singh, a Manipur native who has been residing in Kilokari village for several years.
Defence forces empowered with freedom, resources to strike decisively against threats: Rajnath Singh
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 7 (IANS) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday said the Indian armed forces have been given both the freedom and resources to respond decisively to threats, including by striking adversaries inside their own territory. Addressing an event here, the Defence Minister asserted that there is a clear distinction between peace and weakness. If any country promotes terrorism against India, there will be no dialogue; instead, our defence forces will deliver a befitting response, he stated. He underlined that while India believes in peace and does not seek war or territorial occupation, peace born of fear is condemnable, whereas war fought for peace is worthy of reverence. Singh said adversaries had attempted to undermine Indias security through multiple means, including misleading the youth in Jammu and Kashmir, funding anti-India activities, spreading terrorism and creating societal divisions. The government, under Prime Minister Narendra Modi, had foiled these designs through rehabilitation, de-radicalisation and creation of employment opportunities. He noted that Jammu and Kashmir has witnessed unprecedented progress since the abrogation of Article 370. Highlighting Indias counter-terror strategy, the Defence Minister referred to surgical strikes, the Balakot airstrike and Operation Sindoor, which targeted terrorists and their handlers. He added that the suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty sent a clear message that blood and water cannot flow together. On the changing nature of warfare, Singh said space and cyberspace have emerged as new domains alongside land, air and sea. Technologies such as artificial intelligence, drones, autonomous systems and precision weapons are transforming the battlefield. The government aims to make India a nation that develops advanced technologies indigenously and has shifted defence policy from reactive to proactive. He pointed out that defence production has risen from around Rs 40,000 crore before 2014 to approximately Rs 1.80 lakh crore, while exports have grown 56-fold to over Rs 38,000 crore. The target is to achieve defence exports of Rs 50,000 crore by 2029. Indigenous systems such as Akashteer, Akash missile, Pinaka, Astra, Prachand and Dhruv helicopters, Tejas fighter, Arjun tank and INS Vikrant reflect this progress. All 16 Defence Public Sector Undertakings are now profit-making, and the defence budget has increased from Rs 2.5 lakh crore to nearly Rs 8 lakh crore over the past 12 years. Singh emphasised Indias strategic autonomy amid geopolitical uncertainties and its focus on self-reliance. Over 16,000 MSMEs are engaged in defence production, and investment proposals worth about Rs 70,000 crore have been received for the Defence Industrial Corridors. The number of defence start-ups has grown from a few dozen in 2018 to more than 2,000. The Defence Minister expressed confidence that by 2047, India will achieve the goal of Viksit Bharat and emerge as a leader in technology, economy and defence.
Police arrest 3 members of family that owned Satya Niketan building; toll 7
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 7 (IANS) The over 24-hour rescue operation at the collapsed Satya Niketan PG building in south Delhi ended on Monday evening with the death toll touching seven and the Delhi Police arresting the 75-year-old building owner Urmila and her two family members. As many as 12 people were pulled out of the debris by rescue teams since the incident that took place around 1.30 p.m. on Sunday, and out of them, seven died during treatment, said a police official. The families of the deceased have been handed over the mortal remains, said an official. The deceased were identified as Abhishek, 20, a resident of Sonbhadra in Uttar Pradesh; Yuvraj Soni, 20, of Durg in Chhattisgarh; Pawan, 17, from Auraiya in Uttar Pradesh; Arpit Jahaj, 19, of Dewas in Madhya Pradesh; Akshat Singh Yadav,18, of Katni in Madhya Pradesh; and Surinder Singh, 75, a labourer. The identity of one deceased is yet to be established. The injured were identified as Asgar Ali, 30, Neeraj Bawa, 19, Aditya Kumar, 19, Nitish Chib, 19, and Md. Ayan, 18. Officials said all five are undergoing treatment, with three of them in critical condition. The police have arrested three, including the building owner and beneficiaries owner 75-year-old Urmila, her 81-year-old husband and retired IAF sergeant Hariram and their 52-year-old son and hardware businessman Mahesh. The police also launched a hunt for the PG operators and labour contractor. Their role will also be examined in the case, and accordingly action will be taken, said a police official. The police said during investigation it was found that the PG building named Hostel Daze was registered in the name of Urmila. It was being managed and run by her husband and son, the police said, adding that the buildings electricity connection on two floors was in Harirams name. In a crackdown after the incident, the MCD suspended five officials. The suspended employees included South Zone officials -- Deputy Commissioner Rakesh Kumar, Superintending Engineer (SE) Ranvir Singh, Executive Engineer (EE) Lalit Kumar Goel, Assistant Engineer (AE) Sunil Chauhan and Junior Engineer (JE) Ashish Kumar. Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, who revisited the collapse site on Tuesday morning to review rescue work, vowed not to spare anyone found guilty and directed civic agency officials to launch a citywide drive to seal buildings with unauthorised fifth floors. She also ordered a magisterial inquiry into the tragedy. Later in the evening, Lieutenant Governor T.S. Sandhu reviewed the mechanism for enforcement against unsafe buildings and augmentation of accommodation for students in the backdrop of a PG buildings collapse. The L-G also directed urban development officials to lead a committee to review institutional PG guidelines. At the meeting, attended by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta and senior officials, the Lieutenant Governor emphasised strict enforcement against unsafe buildings, clear institutional accountability, and an emergency mechanism under DDMA for swift grievance redressal and crisis coordination. The building collapse also caught the attention of the Delhi High Court, which expressed serious concern over the safety of students living in paying guest (PG) accommodations in the national Capital. The court issued notices to Delhi University, MCD, Delhi government, Centre and Delhi Police on a public interest litigation (PIL) filed after the collapse of a five-storeyed PG building and fixed September 25 for the next hearing.
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Delhi building collapse: Rescue ops over, 81-year-old owner held
New Delhi: The over 27-hour rescue operation at the Delhi building collapse site concluded on Monday evening, September 7, with seven people dead and five injured. The building owner, his wife and son were arrested, five MCD officials suspended, and the Delhi High Court ordered a high-level inquiry into the incident. The rescue operation concluded 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 .
Gold loans by NBFCs surge 68.5 pc in July amid strong demand for secured credit
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 7 (IANS) Loans against gold jewellery extended by non-banking financial companies (NBFCs) grew 68.5 per cent year-on-year in July 2026, continuing the strong growth momentum witnessed in the segment over the past several months, according to data released by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Monday. Gold loan growth stood at 69.3 per cent in June, while the segment had recorded a 43.9 per cent year-on-year increase in July 2025. The sustained expansion comes amid a sharp rise in gold prices over the past few quarters, which has increased the value of collateral available against such loans. The strong growth in gold-backed lending also reflects the comfort of lenders with the segment, as the loans are secured against high-value assets. Gold jewellery, in particular, has traditionally remained a readily acceptable form of collateral because of its liquidity and established resale value. However, the rapid expansion of lending against gold has also raised concerns about the increasing use of credit for consumption rather than for productive purposes or asset creation. The trend has prompted closer attention to the nature of borrowing and the purposes for which households are raising funds. Loans for consumer durable purchases also registered robust growth during the month. Credit in this category expanded 51.5 per cent year-on-year in July, accelerating from 46.8 per cent in June and significantly higher than the 18.8 per cent growth recorded in July last year. Housing credit extended by NBFCs, including housing finance companies, grew 11.9 per cent year-on-year in July. This was slightly higher than the 11.4 per cent growth recorded in June and substantially above the 4 per cent expansion seen in July 2025. Vehicle loans, meanwhile, remained broadly stable, growing 15.1 per cent in July compared with 15.2 per cent in June and 15.3 per cent in the year-ago month. Overall retail credit extended by NBFCs and housing finance companies grew 21.4 per cent year-on-year in July, reflecting continued strength in household borrowing despite variations across different loan categories. On the sectoral lending front, credit growth to the services sector moderated to 15.2 per cent in July from 17.6 per cent in June and 24.5 per cent in July 2025, according to the RBI data.
Punjab Congress questions AAP over induction of Nabha jailbreak convict into party
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 7 (IANS) Punjab Congress President Amarinder Singh Raja Warring on Monday questioned the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Convenor Arvind Kejriwal over the induction of alleged gangster Gurpreet Sekhon, the mastermind of the Nabha jailbreak case, into the ruling party in Punjab. Warring also met the newly appointed party's State In-charge Sachin Pilot in Delhi. He said that Pilot has always been a much sought-after popular leader in the country. He added that while he was the President of the Indian Youth Congress, Sachin Pilot always used to be in great demand after Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra. Later talking to the media, Warring said the entire state unit of the Congress in Punjab was united and soon the entire leadership will be seen on the single platform. Replying to a query on gangster Sekhon being inducted into the AAP, the State Congress President said the party was playing dirty politics out of despair and frustration. He added that the AAP was planning to field Sekhon from Zira (Ferozepur district) when it already had a sitting MLA from that Assembly constituency. This obviously means that the AAP has lost political ground and is now trying to use gangsters in the upcoming Assembly elections. Warring reminded Kejriwal that when the Nabha jailbreak incident had taken place in 2016, he had criticized the law and order in Punjab. Now the same Kejriwal has inducted the mastermind of the jailbreak into the AAP, he noted, adding people of Punjab were watching. He said the people want to get rid of the gangsters and the AAP was inducting them into the party and empowering them. He also recalled how Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann would taunt the Akali Dal during the Tarn Taran by-election as the Akali Dal had fielded the mother-in-law of a gangster from there. With what face will you face the people after inducting someone with 47 criminal cases, including the Nabha jailbreak, registered against him? Warring asked the AAP leadership in Punjab.
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National Film Awards NOT to be held in Delhi for the first time in 72 years
National Film Awards shift from Delhi to Gujarat for the first time in 72 years. The 72nd edition will be held in Ekta Nagar, Gujarat, with President Droupadi Murmu presenting the honours.
BJP chief Nitin Nabin to plan Uttarakhand poll strategy during 2-day visit from Sep 9
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 7 (IANS) Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) National President Nitin Nabin will hold a series of meetings during his two-day visit to Uttarakhand starting on Wednesday as he looks to ramp up preparations for the upcoming Assembly elections. During his visit, Nabin will chair various high-level meetings aimed at strengthening the party's organisational structure, engage directly with the energetic youth of the state, and participate in special programmes organised by ex-servicemen and the Punjabi community, a party statement said on Monday. He will also hold meetings with the State BJP Office Bearers and the State Core Committee. During his two-day visit, Nabin will not only infuse renewed energy and resolve among party Karyakartas ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections but also deepen the BJP's strong, continuous and vibrant connect with the people of Uttarakhand, the statement said. The BJP Chief will arrive in Nainital at 1.30 p.m. on Wednesday and at 3 p.m. he will address the BJP's Extended State Working Committee Meeting in Haldwani, the statement added. The important meeting will deliberate on organisational priorities, the dissemination of public welfare policies, and strengthening party activities across the state up to the booth level, it said. Later on Wednesday evening, Nabin will hold a review meeting with the BJP's State Office Bearers in Haldwani and chair the high-level meeting of the State Core Committee. During these meetings, he will undertake an in-depth review of the forthcoming electoral strategy, organisational matters and the contemporary political scenario with the senior state leadership and provide necessary guidance, the statement said. The BJP President will begin his tour's second day with prayers at Mahalaxmi Mandir in Haldwani, followed by interacting with the youth through the 'Yuva Samvad' programme in Haldwani. Nabin will also visit the Shaheed Smarak in Haldwani, participate in the 'Ex-Servicemen Sammelan' and address the 'Punjabi Gaurav Sammelan' in Rudrapur, the statement added. Elections to pick a new 70-member Assembly in Uttarakhand are scheduled to be held in February-March 2027. The BJP is aiming for a hat-trick or the third successive victory under the leadership of Chief Minister Puskhar Singh Dhami.
Jaishankar Chairs Advisory Committee Meeting on India-West Asia Relations in New Delhi
Indian Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar leads a meeting on India-West Asia relations, highlighting trade, investment, and regional cooperation. Jaishankar Chairs Advisory Committee Meeting on India-West Asia Relations in New Delhi
EAM Jaishankar highlights close ties with Gulf, West Asia during meeting on ongoing conflict
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 7 (IANS) External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar on Monday highlighted Indias close ties with the Gulf and West Asia/North Africa region at a Consultative Committee meeting in New Delhi. Chaired a Consultative Committee meeting on Indias relations with West Asia today in New Delhi. Highlighted Indias close ties with the Gulf and WANA region, including our longstanding partnerships and cooperation in trade, investments, energy, maritime and people-to-people domains, EAM Jaishankar stated on X. Also underscored our efforts towards welfare of 10 million Indians, as well as ensuring energy and fertiliser security, and advancing our trade and connectivity amidst the ongoing conflict in the region, he added. Minister of State (MoS) for External Affairs, Pabitra Margherita, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri and several other dignitaries were present at the meeting. In July Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired the fourth special meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) to review Indias preparedness amid the escalating West Asia conflict, focusing on energy supplies, fertiliser availability, and the safety of citizens and seafarers. According to a statement from the Prime Ministers Office (PMO), the Cabinet Secretary briefed the CCS on the geopolitical situation and outlined measures taken to ensure adequate supply of petroleum products, including LNG, LPG, and fertilisers. He said procurement sources for LPG had been diversified and refineries were operating at utilisation levels exceeding 100 per cent, ensuring continued production of petrol, diesel, and other petroleum products. The meeting also reviewed initiatives to expand Piped Natural Gas (PNG) connections, which have seen a substantial increase. Fertiliser requirements for the forthcoming Rabi season were assessed, with alternate sources discussed. PM Modi directed that all measures be taken to ensure uninterrupted supply of fertilisers. The situation of seafarers serving on domestic and foreign-flagged vessels in conflict zones was deliberated. PM Modi instructed the establishment of a mechanism to provide timely information, emergency assistance, and counselling to seafarers and their families.
Miranda House, Hindu College students explore Delhi Assemblys working
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 7 (IANS) Students from Miranda House, Hindu College and four other Delhi University institutions interacted with Delhi Legislative Assembly Speaker Vijender Gupta under Youth Outreach programme on Monday. Gupta called upon the students to channel their civic awareness into active leadership and governance reform, reminding them that an informed and participatory youth is essential to strengthening democratic institutions. Replying to a question about the essential quality a Speaker needs to steer the House effectively, Gupta said that the primary trait is to e patient when navigating complex parliamentary dynamics. Elaborating further on the current state of governance, he said, Democracy faces a major challenge today when legislative bodies are experiencing declining participation and meaningful debate is often overwhelmed by noise; very few members actively take part in House proceedings and sessions, while opposition attendance remains sparse. Students from Hindu College, Shaheed Bhagat Singh College, College of Vocational Studies (CVS), Sri Guru Nanak Dev Khalsa College, Miranda House and Ramjas College visited the Delhi Legislative Assembly under the Youth Outreach Initiative. The students received first-hand exposure to the heritage, functioning and legislative processes of the Assembly and gained insights into how legislative business is conducted, according to an official statement. The visit was organised under the Secretariats Youth Outreach Initiative to bridge the gap between academic theory and real-world democratic governance. Designed to give young citizens direct exposure to parliamentary structures, the initiative equips students from fields like law, humanities and others to understand the mechanics of policy-making and public accountability, said the statement. During their visit to the historic 1912 Assembly complex, the student delegation undertook an extensive guided tour, learning about the building's rich heritage tracing back to the former Central Legislative Assembly and pioneering figures such as Vitthalbhai Patel. The orientation programme included an in-depth walkthrough on how bills are introduced, debated, and enacted into law, along with a documentary screening detailing the evolution of the Delhi Legislative Assembly since 1993. The session further featured the presentation of the commemorative coffee-table book, Ek Shatabdi Yatra, followed by a walkthrough of the main Assembly House chamber where the students observed the operational core of local governance firsthand.
CBI files 2nd chargesheet in RCFL case, lists 8 Anil Ambani group firms
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 7 (IANS) The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) filed a supplementary chargesheet on Monday against 17 more accused persons in the Reliance Commercial Finance Limited (RCFL) case, including three executives of the Anil Ambani-led Reliance ADA Group (Reliance Anil Dhirubhai Ambani Group), eight group companies and six bank officials. The supplementary chargesheet was filed before the Special Judge for CBI cases in Mumbai. The three Reliance ADA Group executives named in the supplementary chargesheet are Amitabh Jhunjhunwala, Group Managing Director of the Reliance ADA Group; Amit Bapna, Chief Financial Officer of Reliance Capital Limited; and Ramesh Shenoy, Company Secretary of Reliance Infrastructure Ltd. The accused have been chargesheeted for alleged offences, including criminal conspiracy, criminal misappropriation and cheating under the Indian Penal Code, along with offences under the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988. The CBI's investigation has so far alleged that Rs 6,229.54 crore borrowed by RCFL was diverted through intermediary and conduit entities to various Reliance ADA Group companies, allegedly in violation of the terms and conditions governing the borrowings. According to the agency, the alleged diversion resulted in wrongful loss to lending banks and financial institutions and corresponding wrongful gain to the accused persons and related entities. The eight companies named as accused are Reliance Power Ltd., Big Flicks Pvt. Ltd., Reliance Big Entertainment Pvt. Ltd., Reliance Communications Ltd., Kunjbihari Developers Pvt. Ltd., Reliance Venture Asset Management Pvt. Ltd., Reliance Broadcast Network Ltd. and Reliance Telecom Ltd. Six bank officials associated with Bank of Baroda, Punjab National Bank and Indian Overseas Bank have also been named in the chargesheet. The total loss caused to banks, financial institutions and other lenders is estimated at around Rs 9,280 crore, according to the agency. The case was registered following complaints received from Bank of Maharashtra and other public sector banks forming part of the consortium of lenders. The CBI had earlier filed its first chargesheet in the RCFL case on July 7, 2026, against seven accused persons. With the filing of the supplementary chargesheet, a total of 24 accused persons, including individuals and companies, have now been chargesheeted in the case. The agency said its investigation is continuing to examine the role of other accused persons. The RCFL case is part of a broader investigation involving multiple Reliance ADA Group entities. The CBI's Banking Security and Fraud Branch at Delhi has registered eight FIRs against Reliance Communications Ltd. (RCom), Reliance Home Finance Ltd. (RHFL), Reliance Commercial Finance Ltd. (RCFL), Reliance Telecom Ltd. (RTL) and other Reliance ADA Group entities. These FIRs were registered based on complaints received from various public sector banks, Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) and the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO). The CBI had previously filed five chargesheets in the Reliance ADA Group cases. The latest supplementary chargesheet is the sixth chargesheet filed across these cases. The investigative agency has so far arrested seven accused persons in the Reliance ADA Group cases. The investigation into the cases is being monitored by the Supreme Court.
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MCD Chief, Once Transferred Over Dog Walk Row, Faces Resignation Calls After Delhi Building Collapse
Delhis MCD Commissioner Sanjeev Khirwar is facing renewed scrutiny after the deadly Satya Niketan building collapse that killed seven people and injured several others. Student organisations, including ABVP, have demanded his resignation, alleging failures in ensuring student safety. NSUI has also protested, raising questions over disaster preparedness and rescue management. Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has ordered the suspension of five MCD officials and a magisterial inquiry into the collapse. The building, more than 40 years old and being used as a student PG, reportedly had water accumulation in the basement while repair work was underway. Khirwar had earlier faced controversy in 2022 over allegations involving Thyagraj Stadium and walking his dog, after which he was transferred to Ladakh. He returned to Delhi earlier this year.
Satya Niketan collapse: Delhi L-G emphasises strict enforcement against unsafe buildings
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 7 (IANS) Chairing a high-level meeting, Delhi Lieutenant Governor T.S. Sandhu on Monday reviewed the enforcement mechanism against unsafe buildings and augmentation of accommodation for students in the backdrop of a PG buildings collapse on Sunday that claimed seven lives. The L-G also directed urban development officials to lead a committee to review institutional PG guidelines. In a message on X, the Lieutenant Governor said, Chaired a review meeting with CM Smt. @gupta_rekha Ji, Minister Shri @AshishSood_bjp Ji, Chief Secretary, DG NDRF, @CPDelhi, and senior officials on building safety, student accommodation, and PG regulations across Delhi. Emphasised strict enforcement against unsafe buildings, clear institutional accountability, and an emergency mechanism under DDMA for swift grievance redressal and crisis coordination, wrote Sandhu. He said in the post, Directed the Minister (UD), GNCTD, to lead a committee with concerned senior officials to review institutional PG guidelines, explore alternative student accommodation through Universities, MCD & DDA, and assess the feasibility of using unutilised DDA housing stock for student accommodation. After the meeting, Minister Sood told reporters, A joint meeting of all departments related to the Delhi administration was held today with the Lieutenant Governor in connection with this tragic incident. The meeting discussed the police, NDRF, placement of NDRF at various locations, and how to further reduce our response time. Discussions were also held on addressing the gap in residential facilities for the large number of students studying in various colleges in Delhi, whether colleges of Delhi University or universities of the Delhi Government, including providing additional relaxation in FAR, if required, and making existing hostels available for redevelopment with an increase in FAR... Earlier, the Delhi Police arrested three accused linked to the PG building that collapsed at Satya Niketan on Sunday. A police official said the electricity bill was in the name of Hariram Bansals name, while his wife Urmila is the legal owner of the building. Their son Mahesh was responsible for operating the PG and taking decisions related to it, said a police official. The five-storey building, known as 'Hostel Daze', was operating as a boys' PG, and several students were staying there when the incident took place around 1.30 p.m. on Sunday, the police said. An adjacent building also collapsed, according to eyewitnesses, adding to concerns over the safety and structural condition of buildings in the area. A day after a building collapse claimed seven lives, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta vowed not to spare anyone found guilty, adding that five MCD officials have been suspended after the tragedy in South Delhis Satya Niketan. The suspended employees include South Zone officials -- Deputy Commissioner Rakesh Kumar, Superintending Engineer (SE) Ranvir Singh, Executive Engineer (EE) Lalit Kumar Goel, Assistant Engineer (AE) Sunil Chauhan and Junior Engineer (JE) Ashish Kumar. The Chief Minister also coordinated with civic agency officials to launch a citywide drive to seal buildings with unauthorised fifth floors.
Russia Today launches Hindi operations in India ahead of Putin's visit
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 7 (IANS) RT (Russia Today) launched its Hindi digital operation in India, expanding the Russian state-backed broadcaster's presence beyond the English-speaking audience it has cultivated over the past year and into India's vast Hindi-language news market. The launch comes days before the BRICS Summit in New Delhi on September 12-13 and ahead of Russian President Vladimir Putin's expected visit to India, where he is scheduled to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The move represents another milestone in RT's growing media footprint in the country. Branded with the Hindi tagline Fark Nazariye Ka (The world looks different from here), RT's new platform appears aimed at presenting alternative perspectives on global affairs to Indian audiences. The launch campaign prominently features journalist Runjhun Sharma, RT India's Head of News, who has previously been part of President Putin's media pool during high-level international summits. The messaging behind the initiative suggests that global events can be viewed through multiple lenses and that perspectives beyond the Western narrative deserve space in public discourse. With the launch of rthindi.com, RT is extending that approach to India's largest linguistic audience. In one of the platform's early interviews, Sharma spoke in Hindi with Russian Embassy Deputy Chief of Mission Roman Babushkin, providing a first glimpse of RT's Hindi-language editorial programming. The Russian Embassy in New Delhi has also announced the launch, describing RT Hindi as a new Hindi-language digital news platform. Speaking to RT India, Babushkin said the initiative would enable more Hindi-speaking viewers to access what he described as timely and reliable information. He argued that the current global information environment was increasingly shaped by efforts to limit Russian perspectives and said RT Hindi would provide audiences with direct access to news and developments concerning Russia. Referring to what he called an ongoing information campaign against Russia by Western countries, Babushkin said there was a growing need to provide Hindi-speaking audiences with objective information about Russia and bilateral relations between Moscow and New Delhi. The launch has also drawn attention from Indian political figures associated with RT India's programming. Former External Affairs Minister Salman Khurshid, who hosts RT's In Conversation With, contributed an opinion piece to the Hindi platform, highlighting the longstanding strategic partnership between India and Russia. India and Russia have together seen many seasons change but have remained steadfast, reliable strategic partners. As the world continues to be stirred and shaken, with the rules-based order under stress, the comfort of our friendship is invaluable. My best wishes to RT for this farsighted initiative, Khurshid wrote. RT's expansion in India reflects a broader process of localisation. What began as an English-language television operation has evolved into a wider India-focused media presence involving Indian journalists, political personalities, public figures, media partnerships and now a dedicated Hindi-language digital platform. The launch of RT Hindi digital operations marks a natural next step in RT's commitment to India, with more than 500 million Hindi speakers, said Ashok Bagriya, CEO of RT India. With RT Hindi, we are taking our India-focused journalism to an even wider audience, bringing our coverage of India, Russia and the world to Hindi-speaking viewers. We have also significantly expanded our team, with around 50 professionals from across the industry joining the operation, he added. Bagriya said RT India would remain the umbrella organisation for the broadcaster's activities in the country as it explores potential expansion into additional Indian regional languages. RT India was formally launched in New Delhi in December 2025 by Russian President Vladimir Putin alongside RT Editor-in-Chief Margarita Simonyan during Putin's visit to India. The initiative was presented as a media bridge between the two countries. Since beginning broadcasts from studios in New Delhi later that month, RT India has increasingly focused on localised programming featuring Indian journalists, political personalities and public figures. The launch of RT Hindi extends that strategy further, taking the broadcaster's India-focused content to a substantially larger audience. The significance of the move is straightforward: RT is broadening its reach beyond an English-speaking and internationally oriented audience to build a dedicated platform for Hindi-speaking viewers across India. The initial launch established RT's presence in the country. The Hindi-language platform now represents its most significant expansion yet, bringing the broadcaster's content to India's largest linguistic audience.
NESA delegation meets NITI Aayog member, pitches sports push for Northeast
Shillong, Sep 7: A delegation of the North East Sports Association (NESA) led by its Secretary General John F. Kharshiing met NITI Aayog Member Dr. Joram Aniya in New Delhi on Monday to discuss development of sports and youth affairs in the region. During the hour-long meeting, the delegation shared state-wise inputs on sports hostels, [] The post NESA delegation meets NITI Aayog member, pitches sports push for Northeast first appeared on Highland Post .
Delhi Police issues security advisory ahead of BRICS Summit 2026; citizens told to stay alert
Delhi Police on Monday issued a security advisory ahead of the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi on September 12-13, asking citizens to remain vigilant at crowded places, report suspicious activity, verify tenants and domestic workers, and avoid unnecessary gatherings near sensitive locations, designated routes and summit-linked venues.
Criminal trial beyond contest between prosecution, accused: SC
New Delhi: A criminal trial extends beyond a mere adversarial contest between the prosecution and the accused, and the courts ultimate obligation is to uncover the truth and ensure the fair administration of justice, the Supreme Court said on Monday, September 7, while acquitting a man convicted of raping a five-year-old girl. A bench of Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Delhi plans new PG safety policy, but attempts at regulation date back to 1993
CM Rekha Gupta said her government is drafting a policy under which owners of old buildings will have to submit structural audit reports and certify their safety before they can be used as PGs, nursing homes, schools and other commercial establishment
