ICICI Prudential AMC gets RBI approval to buy up to 9.95% stake in Kotak and 3 other banks
ICICI Prudential AMC secured Reserve Bank of India approval for significant bank share acquisitions. The approval allows for aggregate holdings up to 9.95 percent in four specific banks. These banks include Kotak Mahindra Bank, AU Small Finance Bank, CSB Bank, and DCB Bank. The acquisitions will be made as an investment manager for various mutual fund schemes. This move provides ICICI Prudential AMC increased investment flexibility across its managed portfolios.
Pharma mutual funds: Kotak Healthcare leads 1-year returns at over 28% heres how others performed
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Ongoing Investigation into Sexual Assault Case of Toddler in Kota, Rajasthan
Police in Kota are examining DNA samples and CCTV footage in the case of a three-year-old girl allegedly sexually assaulted. Ongoing Investigation into Sexual Assault Case of Toddler in Kota, Rajasthan
Freed Rajasthan from 'Love Jihad', says CM Bhajan Lal Sharma (Ld)
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Sep 9 (IANS) Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma said on Wednesday that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led state government had worked to get rid of the problem of love jihad in the state, including Jaipur, and highlighted the state government's measures against forced religious conversions. He also noted that the state government had brought the Disturbed Area Bill to prevent what he described as forced migration and assured people that there was no need to fear. Chief Minister Sharma made the remarks while conducting a grand roadshow from Sanganeri Gate to Tripolia Gate in Jaipur in support of BJP candidates on the last day of campaigning for the Municipal Corporation elections. The Chief Minister said that incidents that he described as love jihad had taken place during the previous Ashok Gehlot-led state government and claimed that the present BJP government had brought legislation against religious conversions. Referring to the Disturbed Area Bill, Chief Minister Sharma said it had been brought to prevent forced migration in areas within the walled city and to protect residents. He added that the people should not be afraid and warned that anyone causing trouble to the common people would face legal action and could be sent to jail. The Chief Minister said the previous Ashok Gehlot-led state government had created two municipal corporations each in Jaipur, Jodhpur and Kota, which he alleged was done on the basis of appeasement. He said the present BJP government had restored the one city-one corporation system in all three cities. Taking a jibe at Congress leaders, Chief Minister Sharma said they (Congress leaders) had earlier claimed that the BJP would not be able to implement One State, One Election. He added that the ongoing local body elections showed that the state government was successfully carrying forward the electoral process. Chief Minister Sharma said that Rajasthan had been progressing continuously over the past two-and-a-half years under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He added that several projects that had remained pending for decades were now being taken forward. Highlighting water projects, the Chief Minister said the state government had taken steps to strengthen water availability across the state through the Ramjal Setu Link Project and the Yamuna Water Agreement. He noted that Rs 5,500 crore had been provided for the Indira Gandhi Canal and Ganganahar projects. He also highlighted the Rs 10,500-crore Dewas Project, Rs 4,500-crore Som-Kamla-Amba project, Rs 4,500-crore Mahi Dam Project and Rs 2,500-crore Brahmani River Project. The Chief Minister said that Rajasthan was moving towards becoming a power-surplus state. He claimed that electricity generation had increased from 3,900 MW during the previous Congress government to 12,000 MW during the first two-and-a-half years of the present BJP government. Commenting on employment, Chief Minister Sharma said that 1,89,000 appointment letters had been issued during the current BJP government's tenure, recruitment for 1,22,000 posts was underway and vacancies for another 70,000 posts had been created. He alleged that paper leaks had taken place during the previous Congress government and said more than 600 people allegedly linked to paper-leak cases had been sent to jail after the BJP government came to power in Rajasthan. He claimed that around 450 examinations had been conducted during the present BJP government's tenure without a single paper leak. The Chief Minister also accused the Congress of repeatedly misleading people over the Eastern Rajasthan Canal Project (ERCP) and the Yamuna water agreement. Referring to the Jaipur Metro, Chief Minister Sharma said the previous Congress government had developed around five km of Metro connectivity, while the present BJP government had taken the network beyond 41 km. He norted that further expansion would strengthen Jaipur's traffic and public transport system. The Chief Minister assured party workers and public representatives that issues raised by them would be addressed, saying the current BJP government remained connected with the people and regularly listened to their concerns. He said that with BJP-led civic bodies and panchayats forming the riple-engine government alongside the state and Central governments, local governance would be strengthened and development would accelerate. Chief Minister Sharma added that this would help realise the vision of a developed Jaipur, a developed Rajasthan and a developed India. He appealed to voters to support BJP candidates in the urban local body elections across Rajasthan. The Chief Minister began the roadshow after offering prayers at the Hanuman Ji Temple at Sanganeri Gate. Officials of the Jaipur Trade Board welcomed him during the programme. State BJP President Madan Rathore, National General Secretary Harish Dwivedi, National Minister Rohan Gupta, BJP MP Manju Sharma, District President Amit Goyal, BJP MLAs Kalicharan Saraf, Balmukund Acharya and Gopal Sharma, former State President Ashok Parnami, along with other party leaders, office-bearers and workers, participated in the roadshow.
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Kota child molestation case: DNA samples, CCTV footage examined to identify suspect
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Sep 9 (IANS) Police are examining DNA samples, forensic evidence and CCTV footage in connection with the alleged sexual abuse of a three-year-old girl in Rajasthan's Kota, as investigators work to identify the suspected accused. The child's young age has made it difficult for her to provide details of the incident, prompting police to rely on scientific and other corroborative evidence. A highly sensitive case involving the alleged sexual abuse of a three-year-old girl has come to light in Kota district. Following a complaint by the child's family, police have registered a case under the POCSO Act and other relevant sections and launched an investigation. Given the child's young age, she is reportedly unable to clearly describe what happened. Investigators are therefore relying on medical examination findings, DNA samples, CCTV footage and other forensic evidence to identify the suspected accused. The alleged incident came to light after the family took the child to a paediatrician when she fell ill. During the examination, the doctor noticed pain and swelling around the child's waist and genital area and suspected possible sexual assault. The doctor subsequently informed the family, following which they approached the police. A formal complaint was then registered and an investigation was initiated. Kota City Superintendent of Police Tejaswini Gautam said that a case has been registered under the POCSO Act and other applicable provisions. The investigation is being conducted under the supervision of Mukesh Sankhla, Additional Superintendent of Police of the Women's Harassment Investigation Cell. According to the family, the child generally stays at home and attends only a play school located near their residence. Based on this information, police have collected DNA samples from certain male staff members of the school as well as other relevant individuals. An FSL (Forensic Science Laboratory) team has also examined the relevant location and collected evidence as part of the investigation. Police are examining the forensic evidence and DNA samples to determine whether they match any of the individuals under suspicion. CCTV footage from the area is also being reviewed to establish the child's movements and identify anyone who may have come into contact with her. The investigation is ongoing, and police are yet to confirm the identity of the accused. Further details are expected once the forensic and other evidence is analysed.
Jodhpur High Court building case: 7 arrested, 1 detained after SIT probe into construction defects
Digital Desk | Jodhpur, Sep 9 (IANS) Jodhpur Police have arrested seven people and detained an eighth in connection with an investigation into alleged irregularities and serious construction defects in the new Rajasthan High Court building in Jodhpur. Police Commissioner Anshuman Bhomia outlined the investigation and arrests at a Press conference. According to police, a Special Investigation Team (SIT) found the roles of the construction company, firms and individuals associated with the fire-safety system, and officials responsible for supervising the project to be suspicious. Construction of the new High Court building began in 2011 and the structure was handed over in 2019, according to the police. Various defects were reported after the handover, including the collapse of false ceilings, a fire in Courtroom No. 2, cracks in the central dome and damage to pillars. Several institutions, including IIT Jodhpur, IIT Bombay and PTMES, subsequently conducted audits and surveys to assess the condition of the building. Following the findings, police constituted an SIT to conduct a detailed investigation. Samples were collected from the building and sent for forensic examination, while expert opinions were also sought. Police said the investigation raised questions about the role of companies supplying construction materials, agencies involved in executing the work, and individuals responsible for installing the fire-safety system. The role of officials of the Rajasthan State Road Development and Construction Corporation (RSRDC), who were responsible for overseeing and supervising the project, also came under scrutiny. According to the Police Commissioner, the investigation found evidence pointing to alleged criminal breach of trust involving officials. Police formed 12 special teams and four cyber teams to trace the suspects. Raids were conducted at multiple locations in Rajasthan, including Jodhpur, Jaipur, Kota, Bundi and Ajmer, as well as in Alwar, Delhi-NCR, Gurugram, Noida, Patiala and Kapurthala in Punjab, and Haridwar in Uttarakhand. Police said Varendra Garg, owner of VCL Group/Varendra Construction Company, the primary construction firm associated with the project, was detained in Haridwar late on Monday night. According to police, Garg had been changing locations to evade arrest. He was traced with the help of technical surveillance and coordination with police in other states. Jodhpur Police had announced a reward of 50,000 for information leading to his arrest. Police said eight individuals have been located in connection with the case. Seven have been arrested, while the process of arresting the eighth suspect was underway. Those arrested include Jitendra Sharma, then Assistant Engineer with RSRDC; Naveen Rai, then Project Manager with RSRDC; Rameshwar Dayal and Gopal Lal, who were associated with the installation of the fire-safety system; Deepak Mittal, formerly with RSRDC and currently an Executive Engineer in Jaipur; and Ajay Kishan Mutha, then Assistant Engineer with RSRDC. Police said the arrested accused have been taken on remand and are being questioned. Investigators said further action could follow if the enquiry establishes the involvement of additional individuals, officials or companies.
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Rajasthan SET 2026 Admit Card Now Available for Download
Candidates preparing for the Rajasthan State Eligibility Test (SET) can now download their admit cards from the official website. The University of Kota has released the admit cards for the exam scheduled on September 13, 2026. This article provides essential details on how to access the admit card, what information it contains, and the exam format. Ensure you download your admit card early to avoid any last-minute issues. Read on for a step-by-step guide on the download process and important exam details.
FCNR(B) windfall for banks explained: Who got highest inflows and what it means for investors
FCNR(B) deposits offer banks a cheaper and balance-sheet-efficient source of funding, but their finite tenor and initial deployment challenges could pressure margins. While ICICI Bank and Kotak Mahindra Bank stand to benefit from higher inflows, IDFC First Bank offers the strongest earnings upside. Investors may see margin pressure initially before stronger liquidity, loan growth and lower funding costs support earnings.
Leopard enters Kotas Chhatra Vilas Garden, climbs 40-foot Jamun tree
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Sep 8 (IANS) A leopard entered a park in Rajasthan's Kota city early on Tuesday, triggering panic among morning walkers and visitors. The leopard came into the Chhatra Vilas Garden, commonly known as CB Garden, at around 6 a.m. and later climbed a Jamun tree nearly 40 feet tall, where it remains as the Forest Department continues efforts to rescue it safely. At the time the leopard was spotted, around 200 people were reportedly present in the garden for morning walks, yoga and exercise. Panic spread through the park, prompting officials to evacuate the visitors and shut the gates. Police and Rajasthan Armed Constabulary (RAC) personnel have been deployed to secure the area, while people have been advised not to enter the garden. The Forest Department rescue team reached the spot after receiving information about the leopard. Veterinary Doctor Akhilesh Pandey attempted to tranquillise the animal from below the tree, but the dart missed its target. A second attempt also failed. Officials initially brought a small crane to enable the team to reach the leopard, but the height of the tree made it difficult to take an accurate shot. A larger crane was subsequently brought to the garden at around 9 a.m. The crane will be positioned according to the height of the tree, allowing veterinarians to make another attempt to tranquillise the leopard. A net has been spread beneath the tree as a precautionary measure. Forest Department personnel are also putting additional safety arrangements in place around the tree, while a cage has been ordered for the rescue operation. Officials said that once the leopard is successfully darted, the team will have to wait around 30 minutes for the tranquilliser to take effect before attempting to bring the animal down safely. A 25-member rescue team, including senior Forest Department officials, has been deployed at the site. DFO Pramod Dhakad said that two veterinary doctors are also present, along with the Chief Conservator of Forests (CCF) and two Assistant Conservators of Forests (ACFs). Upon receiving the information, the rescue team immediately reached CB Garden. The leopard has been spotted sitting on a tree, and efforts are underway to capture it safely, Dhakad said. The latest incident comes amid reports of leopard sightings in areas around Kota. The animal had previously been spotted near the Army area on Mall Road and near the Health Department office. The Forest Department had also placed a cage in an earlier attempt to capture it, but the leopard was not trapped. Officials said that, so far, the leopard has not attacked anyone. The rescue operation is continuing, with teams preparing for a third attempt to tranquillise the animal.
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Assam-Tamil literary exchanges reflect India's cultural unity: V-P Radhakrishnan
Guwahati, Sep 7 (IANS) Vice-President C.P. Radhakrishnan on Monday described literary exchanges between Assam and Tamil Nadu as an expression of India's cultural unity and called for greater academic and linguistic interaction between the two states. Addressing a programme at Gauhati University, Vice-President Radhakrishnan said that language carries the memory, wisdom and identity of a civilisation, and appreciated the translation of Assamese and Tamil literary works into each other. He encouraged universities and scholars to deepen academic and literary exchanges between Assam and Tamil Nadu, saying India's linguistic diversity derives strength from its underlying cultural unity. The Vice-President also released Bhupen Hazarika: Hundred Years of a Wandering Songs, edited by Ankuran Dutta and Nani Gopal Mahanta, and the fifth revised and enlarged edition of Chandrakanta Abhidhan. Vice-President Radhakrishnan highlighted Gauhati University's contribution to preserving India's linguistic heritage and its research in areas such as endangered languages, multilingualism, women's studies, environmental sustainability and Indian knowledge systems. He also urged students and young people to use education, research and innovation to address challenges facing their communities and contribute to the development of the country. Calling upon youth to work towards the goal of 'Viksit Bharat @2047', the Vice-President said that technology should serve humanity and innovation should become an instrument of inclusive development. He quoted Swami Vivekananda's famous exhortation to the youth to Awake, arise and stop not till your goal is reached. Vice-President Radhakrishnan also urged students to stay away from drugs, maintain discipline, manage their time wisely and avoid excessive use of social media. He led students and other participants in taking the No to Drugs pledge during the programme. The Vice-President praised Assam's progress in education, infrastructure, connectivity, investment and employment under Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. He noted that more than 1.64 lakh merit-based government appointments had been made in the state since 2021 and also highlighted the commencement of the first MBA batch at IIM Guwahati. The programme was attended by Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, Education Minister Ranoj Pegu, Chief Secretary Ravi Kota, Gauhati University Vice-Chancellor Nani Gopal Mahanta, faculty members and students.
Crossing party lines, rebels and rows: Rajasthan civic polls take a dramatic turn
Jaipur, Sep 7 (IANS) Rajasthan's urban local body elections are producing scenes that go far beyond the usual Bharatiya Janata Party-versus-Congress contest. In the final days before voting, party lines appear blurred in some wards, political friendships are taking centre stage in others, while rebellion, protests and unusual campaign tactics are adding drama to the electoral battle. From Nathdwara to Sikar, Kota to Jodhpur and Dungarpur to Jaipur, the campaign trail has witnessed everything from a BJP candidate openly supporting a Congress rival to a Congress candidate blessing a JP contestant and even dogs being released outside the office of a BJP rebel. One of the most striking developments has emerged from Nathdwara in Rajsamand district, where BJP candidate Dinesh Prajapat announced his support for Congress nominee Ajay Gurjar in Ward 23, just days before polling. Prajapat, however, made it clear that his political identity remains with the BJP and that he would continue to remain associated with the party. The episode has added an unexpected twist to what would ordinarily be a straightforward BJP-Congress contest. It also highlights the importance of personal equations and local-level dynamics in municipal elections, where candidates often face voters with whom they have long-standing social and personal relationships. An equally unusual scene unfolded in Sikar's Ward 15, where former Municipal Council chairman and Congress candidate Jeevan Khan was seen blessing BJP candidate Simran during campaigning. Khan placed his hand on Simran's head in a gesture of goodwill, creating a striking image of political rivals sharing a moment of warmth during an otherwise fiercely contested election. The incident underlines how local elections can sometimes produce relationships that do not fit neatly into conventional party politics. Kota provided another example of political civility. In Ward 54, BJP candidate Vivek Rajvanshi and Congress candidate Manish Sharma reportedly shook hands when they came face-to-face during campaigning. Elsewhere in Kota, candidates adopted more unconventional campaign styles. BJP candidate Pratibha Suman was seen roasting peanuts on a roadside pushcart in Ward 64, while BJP candidate Soma Ahluwalia reportedly bowed before elderly residents during her campaign in Ward 56. Not every story from the campaign trail has been about political drama. Residents of Royal Suncity Colony in Kota's Ward 33 have announced a boycott of voting, alleging inadequate development work in their area. The protest puts local civic issues at the heart of the election debate and signals that candidates must answer not only for party politics but also for visible work or the lack of it on the ground. Kota also witnessed an unusual voter-list error in Ward 29. In Part 12, the details of a voter named Jagdish, including his name, father's name and house number, were reportedly correct, but the photograph displayed against the entry was that of Lord Hanuman. The unusual error has raised questions about the accuracy of electoral rolls and the verification process. The election battle took a particularly unusual turn in Dungarpur's Ward 31. On Friday, a Municipal Council shelter-home vehicle reportedly released around 15 dogs outside the office of Sunil Jain, a BJP rebel contesting as an independent. Jain alleged that the incident was an abuse of official machinery intended to weaken his campaign. The allegation has added another layer to the growing tensions between official party candidates and rebels contesting independently. Political tensions also surfaced in Jaipur's Ward 149, where residents reportedly surrounded the vehicle of Amer MLA Prashant Sahdev Sharma during his campaign visit in support of Congress candidate Anjali Brahmbhatt. The protesters allegedly waved black flags as the MLA arrived in the Handipura area, turning the campaign visit into a moment of confrontation. Amid the local-level turbulence, Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma continued the BJP's campaign pitch. Addressing a gathering in Bikaner, he said people were moving from a double-engine government towards a riple-engine government, referring to coordination between governments at different levels. He in fact has organised roadshows in Bikaner, Udaipur and Ajmer. However, former Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot, verbally attacking the BJP government in the state, said, It is the first time a Chief Minister feels compelled to conduct a roadshow for local self-government elections, including municipal corporations, municipal councils, and municipalities. This isn't a positive sign; it is their biggest drawback. They have effectively proved that the government has been non-functional for the past two and a half years, leading to widespread public anger. The Rajasthan civic elections are increasingly looking less like a simple BJP-versus-Congress contest and more like a collection of local political dramas. Candidates are crossing traditional lines, rivals are exchanging gestures of goodwill, rebels are challenging party establishments, residents are threatening boycotts, and campaign events are producing unexpected confrontations. Ultimately, however, the decisive actor remains the voter. Behind the headlines, the real question is whether these unusual campaign moments translate into votes on polling day or remain memorable episodes from one of Rajasthan's most colourful municipal election campaigns.
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'The Monkey Is Dead!': Op Safed Sagar Veteran Reveals Secret Balakot Phone Call, Pakistan's Weakness
Group Captain Anupam Banerjee, former IAF officer and Operation Safed Sagar veteran, explains how Indias air power changed after Kargil. He recalls the limits imposed by the Line of Control, weak intelligence and the challenge of hitting tiny mountain targets. In this candid conversation with Aditi Prasad on this episode of Axis Interview, he reveals the real story behind Kargil's iconic bomb graffiti, personal messages scrawled in chalk before missions, the terrifying precision math of bombing hilltops near Indian troops, and an admission that Pakistan's missile capability briefly caught up to India's after Kargil. The fighter pilot who dropped bombs on Kargil's intruders in 1999 and later served as IAF spokesperson during Balakot in 2019 also breaks down what really happened during the Bandar Mar Gaya phone call after Balakot, and why India still struggles to win the information war against Pakistan. A rare, honest look inside India's air wars. Only on Times Axis.#operationsafedsagar #kargilwar #operationbalakot #operationsindoor #indianairforce #anupambanerjee #balakotairstrike #indiapakistanwar #indianairforcehistory #timesaxispodcast #toi #timesaxis
Just Spamming | India Has Come A Long Way In Space Exploration
Today there are only 12 countries that have the wherewithal to send rockets into outer space and India comes well among the top nations in the list with the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) claiming that the latest mission was the 107th launch from Sriharikota
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Sriharikota (Andhra Pradesh), Sep 04: ISROs state-of-the art Earth observation spacecraft, the countrys first ever imaging satellite intended for the Geosynchronous orbit, EOS-05 lifted off from the spaceport here on Friday. Set to provide real-time imagery and help the nation in areas including agriculture, and disaster management, a GSLV-F17 rocket carrying the payload headed into []
ISRO EOS-05 Launch: How The Naughty Boy Rocket Finally Delivered India's Eye In The Sky
ISRO has successfully launched EOS-05, India's first satellite placed in geosynchronous orbit, aboard the GSLV rocket nicknamed Naughty Boy for its history of failures. This video breaks down why this launch mattered so much after the 2021 loss of Gisat-1, how EOS-05's ability to watch one region continuously changes India's surveillance capability, and why ISRO needed a clean win after a string of recent setbacks.#ISRO #EOS05 #GSLV #Gisat1A #NaughtyBoy #IndianSpaceProgram #Sriharikota #GeosynchronousOrbit #EarthObservation #IndiaSpace #DefenceNews2026 #SatishDhawan #IndianDefence #SpaceIndia
India harnessing power of its industry for space programmes: Amit Shah on EOS-05 launch
New Delhi, Sep 4: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday congratulated Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) scientists on successfully placing the country's first-ever imaging satellite into geosynchronous orbit. ISRO on Friday launched the EOS-05 satellite, placing the over 2,300 kg payload into a precise orbit using a GSLV rocket. In a message on X, Shah said, Congratulations to @ISRO scientists as GSLV-F17 successfully carried EOS-05 into orbit. India now has its first-ever imaging satellite operating from geosynchronous orbit. Under the leadership of Modi Ji, India is emerging as a self-reliant and ambitious nation, harnessing the power of its industry for its space programs, he said. Friday's launch marked the space agency's maiden success for 2026. The eye in the sky, as one of the senior scientists involved in the mission described the satellite, is set to provide real-time imagery and help the nation in areas like agriculture and disaster management. The satellite was successfully placed in the intended sub-geosynchronous transfer orbit, about 18 minutes after it lifted off from the spaceport in Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh, ISRO announced. The GSLV-F17/EOS-05 mission is said to be a replacement for the unsuccessful GSLV-F-10/EOS-03 mission of 2021.
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Nepals death toll due to floods rises to 1,295; two workers rescued alive from tunnel after 9 days
Kathmandu, Sep 04: The death toll due to flash floods in Nepal rose to 1,295 on Friday as more bodies were recovered from the affected areas, while two men were rescued alive from a tunnel at the Trishuli 3A hydropower project after being trapped for nine days. The flash floods, triggered by an ice-rock avalanche near the Nepal-Tibet border on August 26, devastated towns and villages in northern and central Nepal, leaving a trail of destruction. So far, 1,293 bodies have been recovered from eight different districts across Nepal. These include 359 bodies recovered in Chitwan district, 221 in Nawalparasi East, 212 in Nawalparasi West and 186 in Nuwakot. Similarly, 140 bodies were recovered in Rasuwa, 72 in Gorkha, 65 in Dhading and 38 from Tanahu, according to Nepal Police. With two victims of the flood dying in two different hospitals in Kathmandu on Friday, the death toll has risen to 1,295. The joint command of security forces is actively conducting search and rescue operations for the estimated 5,000 missing. So far, 13,093 people have been rescued from the affected areas. The two men rescued alive from the tunnel were identified as Kabir Maharjan, 45, a mechanical supervisor on the project, and Sanjay Sah, 30, a foreman, according to the Public Relations Directorate of the Nepal Army. Maharjan was flown to Nepal Army Hospital in Chhauni, Kathmandu, and his condition is said to be critical, while Sah is under treatment at the Trishuli hospital in Nuwakot, according to Raja Ram Basnet, Nepali Army spokesperson. Sah, who is from Saptari district in Madhesh province, told security personnel that he was chanting 'Hare Krishna mantra for the last nine days while trapped inside the tunnel. I was chanting Hare Krishna mahamantra for the past nine days, he said, briefly talking about the incident soon after he was taken out safely. Maharjans wife said her husband, who is from Kathmandu, had been given a second life and thanked rescuers who risked their lives to save him. He has returned with a second life. We are extremely happy, his wife, Hira Shobha, was quoted as saying by the Kathmandu Post. We had been waiting. I am now going to the hospital to see my husband. Meanwhile, the sixth and seventh relief flights from India carrying 21.5 tonnes of relief materials arrived in Kathmandu on Thursday night. Indias support to Nepals relief efforts for Rasuwa flash flood continues: 6th and 7th relief flights (C-130Js) arrived in Kathmandu tonight carrying 21.5 tonnes of relief assistance, including forensic kits and medical supplies, Indias Ambassador to Nepal Naveen Srivastava said in a post on X. These materials were handed over to Nepal, and will help strengthen ongoing Nepali relief and rescue efforts and support communities affected by Rasuwa floods, he added. Around 600 children remain unaccounted for in Nepals Rasuwa and Nuwakot districts. An estimated 280 children are missing in Rasuwa, and between 300 and 350 others remain unaccounted for in the neighbouring Nuwakot in central Nepal, the Kathmandu Post newspaper reported, citing figures compiled by local Education Development and Coordination Units (EDCUs), local governments, and educational institutions. Surya Bahadur Khatri, head of the Nuwakot Education Development and Coordination Unit, said, We are actively liaising with headmasters to collect verified data on missing students, though school heads are struggling to provide exact figures due to broken communications. Although a few missing students have been located, new reports of unaccounted-for children continue to arrive from various schools. We estimate that at least 300 pupils are missing in our district. In Bidur Municipality of Nuwakot alone, roughly 250 children are missing since the floods hit, according to Navaraj Sapkota, school inspector of the municipality's education unit. The situation on the ground is deeply distressing. In some cases, we have located surviving parents who cannot find their children, while in other instances, surviving students are searching for missing parents, said Sapkota. Bidur houses 170 educational institutions142 community schools and 28 private schools. In Rasuwa, Durga Prasad Silwal, chief of the local education unit, said that official verification is ongoing but preliminary records indicate that 280 students are currently missing across the district. The disaster has also taken a toll on teachers and school staff. Education units confirmed that 22 teachers and school staff members remain missing across both districts. Additionally, several teachers from Dhading and Gorkha who had travelled to Rasuwa for pilgrimage were caught in the deluge and remain missing. Rasuwa reported 16 missing teachers15 from community schools and one from a private institutionwhile Nuwakot confirmed six missing teachers, according to Kathmandu Post. Although several bodies of victims have been recovered in downstream districts, authorities have yet to verify the exact number of identified students or teachers. According to the Ministry of Education data, the floods affected 22 schools across Rasuwa, Nuwakot, and Dhading, with 12 institutions completely destroyed, the report said. Separately, Nepal's government has announced a special relief package for businesses hit by the devastating floods, offering concessions, loan restructuring and cheaper credit, as authorities began work on relocating settlements destroyed by the disaster. The Nepal Cabinet on Thursday described the business-related measures as the first phase of its recovery package, the Kathmandu Post reported. Businesses whose commercial vehicles, transport equipment, plants, machinery, tools or other equipment were destroyed beyond repair or swept away will be allowed to import replacements without paying customs duties, the report said. The concession will also apply to goods on which customs duties had already been paid but which were destroyed before reaching their destination. Replacement goods will have to be imported through any customs office within six months, it said. Provincial and local governments will also be asked to provide temporary concessions on property and business taxes, building permit fees and other local charges for affected businesses and properties, the report added. The government has directed Nepal Rastra Bank, the country's central bank, to facilitate restructuring or rescheduling of loans taken by flood-affected borrowers, it said. The Insurance Authority has separately been asked to speed up claims by allowing insurers to deploy surveyors through simplified procedures. Insurers will be required to provide advance payments of up to 50 per cent of estimated losses based on preliminary assessments. The relief measures come as authorities prepare a longer-term plan for communities whose homes and settlements were swept away.
Abrupt CEO successions in private banks test focus on strategy
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ISRO Puts Indias First Geo Imaging Satellite In Orbit, PM Modi Hails EOS-05 Launch Aboard GSLV-F17
The Indian Space Research Organisation (Isro) successfully launched EOS-05, Indias first imaging satellite designed to operate from a geosynchronous orbit, aboard the GSLV-F17. The 51.7-metre-tall rocket lifted off from Sriharikota at 2.55am and precisely placed the 2,367kg Earth observation satellite into its intended transfer orbit. This marked the 19th GSLV flight and the 107th launch from Sriharikota. Isro Chairman V Narayanan said the mission achieved its intended orbit accurately, with EOS-05 to be moved to its final orbit through onboard thruster manoeuvres. He highlighted the GSLVs improved performance and its highest-ever payload of 2,367kg. The satellite will provide strategic Earth observation data from geosynchronous orbit.
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ISRO Launches EOS-05 Earth Observation Satellite | GSLV-F17 Mission Success
ISRO has successfully launched EOS-05, an advanced Earth observation satellite, aboard the GSLV-F17 from Sriharikota.
Proud Moment For Nation: PM Modi Praises ISRO's GSLV-F17 Rocket Launch
The GSLV-F17 rocket lifted off successfully from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh, at 2:55 a.m. IST on Friday in a pre-dawn launch.
India has added another advanced Earth-observation capability in space with the successful launch of the EOS-05 imaging satellite. The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) launched the spacecraft from Sriharikota in the early hours of Friday, September 4, 2026.The satellite was carried into spa...
EOS-05: ISRO successfully launches Indias heaviest satellite
ISRO successfully launched EOS-05 aboard the GSLV-F17 from Sriharikota, marking Indias first imaging satellite designed to observe the Earth from geosynchronous orbit nearly 36,000 km above the planet.
ISRO Successfully Launches EOS-05, India
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) on Friday successfully launched EOS-05, an advanced Earth observation spacecraft and India's first-ever imaging satellite from geosynchronous orbit, aboard the GSLV-F17 rocket from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota. The satellite was placed into
India's first imaging satellite in geosynchronous orbit lifts off successfully
Sriharikota, Sep 04: ISRO's state-of-the art Earth observation spacecraft, the country's first ever imaging satellite intended for the Geosynchronous orbit, EOS-05 lifted off from the spaceport here on Friday. Set to provide real-time imagery and help the nation in areas including agriculture, and disaster management, a GSLV-F17 rocket carrying the payload headed into the wide skies carrying the satellite, intended for delivery at the Sub-geosynchronous transfer orbit (Sub-GTO) in the wee hours. After the completion of a smooth 27-hour countdown, which commenced at 23.30 hours on Wednesday, the rocket, with a 2,367 kg payload mass, began its ascent on dot at 2.55 AM from the second launch pad at Satish Dhawan Space Centre. The odd hour and rain could not deter the enthusiasm of members of public as many turned up to cheer the launch. While several earth observation satellites operate from low earth orbit (LEO), the EOS-5 satellite is set to hover at an altitude of roughly 36,000 km above earth, which is the geosynchronous orbit and at that level, the satellite will match Earth's rotational speed. The GSLV-F-17 is the 19th flight of India's Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle. The 3-stage, 51.7 meter rocket, with its third stage being cryogenic, has a lift off mass of 420.5 tonne and the over-2,000 kg satellite is ensconced on the rocket nose cone. The GSLV-F17/EOS-05 mission is said to be a replacement for the unsuccessful GSLV-F-10/EOS-03 mission of 2021. An onboard computer had aborted that mission at 307 seconds into the flight then. A probe into the post-flight data had indicated that an anomaly in the Cryogenic Upper Stage led to the mission failure, according to ISRO. The pre-dawn launch on Friday follows a gap of nearly 8 months. On January 12 this year, ISRO's PSLV-C62 rocket carrying 16 satellites failed to place them in the intended orbit after encountering an anomaly in the critical third stage of the launch. This was ISRO's only launch this year and it failed. A similar, previous attempt in May 2025 (PSLV-C61-EOS-09) also did not succeed due to a motor pressure issue, and there was a fall in the chamber pressure of the motor case. Days ago, ISRO chairman V Narayanan visited the Tirumala Tirupati Lord Venkateshwara Swamy temple and prayed for the mission's success.
ISRO Successfully Launches GSLV-F17, Places Earth Observation Satellite in Orbit
A GSLV rocket, carrying ISRO's earth observation satellite EOS-05, successfully launched from the spaceport in a pre-dawn mission on Friday from Andhra Pradesh's Sriharikota. The 51.7 metre tall GSLV-F17 blasted off from the second launchpad at Satish Dhawan Space Centre, about 135 km from Chennai, at a prefixed time of 2.55 am, lighting up the dark skies amid rains. The mission carries EOS-5, a satellite designed to provide India with a continuous bird's eye view of the nation from a height of nearly 36,000 kilometers above earth.
'Eye in sky': ISRO launches advanced earth observation satellite for 'strategic data'
ISRO successfully launched the 2,367-kg EOS-05 imaging satellite aboard GSLV-F17 from Sriharikota, marking its first success of 2026. The satellite, Indias first dedicated geo-orbit imaging spacecraft, will provide near real-time imagery for agriculture, disaster management and strategic applications. The mission also marked GSLVs heaviest payload to date.
Sriharikota: ISRO Roars Back into Action
Notably, EOS-05 serves as a highly anticipated replacement for the GISAT-1A satellite, which was lost during a launch failure in 2021.
ISRO launches India's first geo-orbit imaging satellite
India's advanced Earth observation spacecraft, EOS-05, an imaging satellite in geo-orbit, was successfully launched by ISRO from Sriharikota. The satellite, described as he eye in the sky, will provide real-time imagery for agriculture and disaster management.
ISRO Successfully Launches GSLV F17 Rocket Carrying Imaging Satellite EOS 5
A GSLV rocket, carrying ISRO's earth observation satellite EOS-05, succssfully lauched from the spaceport in a pre-dawn mission on Friday from Andhra Pradesh Sriharikota.
Students and enthusiasts gather at Sriharikota for GSLV-F17 launch of EOS-05 satellite
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ISRO GSLV-F17 launch LIVE: EOS-05 Mission updates, liftoff countdown and latest developments
ISROs GSLV-F17 is almost ready to launch, with the EOS-05 Earth Observation Satellite on board. The rocket is scheduled to lift off at 2:55 AM IST on September 4 from Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh. For Indias Earth observation efforts, this is a pretty big milestone. EOS-05 is designed to send back frequent, wide-area images from geosynchronous orbitso the country gets a much better view of whats happening below.
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ISRO GSLV-F17 launch set for September 4 at 2:55AM: EOS-05 set to become India
ISROs GSLV-F17 mission is gearing up for liftoff, carrying the EOS-05 Earth Observation Satellite. The launch is set for 2:55 AM on September 4 at Sriharikota in Andhra Pradesh. This mission means a big leap...
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ISRO is preparing to launch EOS-05, or Gisat-1A, on September 4 aboard the GSLV-F17 rocket from Sriharikota. Positioned about 36,000 km above Earth, the satellite will be Indias first imaging spacecraft from geosynchronous orbit, enabling continuous observation of the same region. Its capabilities could support border monitoring, weather tracking, environmental observation and both civilian and military applications.
Starting today, Oklahoma residents can add a digital version of their driver's license to the Apple Wallet app on the iPhone and Apple Watch. The digital ID can be used to display proof of identity or age at TSA checkpoints in select airports, at select businesses, and in select apps, but the number of places where it is accepted is still quite limited. Oklahoma is the 16th state to implement support for Apple Wallet IDs in the U.S., joining Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Georgia, Hawaii, Illinois, Iowa, Maryland, Montana, New Mexico, North Dakota, Ohio, Virginia, and West Virginia. The feature is also available in Puerto Rico and works with Japan's My Number Card. Apple has also been preparing for the feature to go live in North Carolina and Utah in the coming months, and years ago it announced that Connecticut, Kentucky, and Mississippi were committed to launching the feature at some point. To set up the feature, open the Wallet app on the iPhone and tap on the plus sign in the top-right corner. Next, tap on Driver's License and ID Cards, select Oklahoma from the list, and follow the on-screen steps to complete the process. Then, you can present your digital ID where it is accepted without handing over your device. You can present an Apple Wallet ID where accepted by simply tapping your iPhone or Apple Watch on an identity reader. Then, you will be able to view the specific information being requested by the TSA or business. Only after authorizing with Face ID or Touch ID is the requested identity information released from your device. As mentioned, you do not need to unlock, show, or hand over your device to present an Apple Wallet ID in person, ensuring user privacy. Apple Wallet IDs are generally not accepted by law enforcement, so carrying a physical ID is still legally required for traffic stops. In addition, the number of businesses that accept Apple Wallet IDs is still quite small. At least for now, Apple Wallet IDs are designed to be a convenient alternative where they are accepted. Apple Wallet IDs are accepted at TSA checkpoints in more than 250 airports across the U.S. for domestic travel, according to Apple. Tag: Apple Wallet This article, iPhone Driver's License Feature in Apple Wallet Just Launched in 16th U.S. State first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
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Antelope Creek and Wild Rice River saw reduced bacteria levels after conservation efforts. Best management practices addressed animal feeding operations and failing septic systems. These efforts included septic repairs, well decommissioning, and livestock facilities. Water quality data showed declining bacteria trends over two decades. This indicates progress toward restoring recreational uses in the waterways.
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Andhra Pradesh: GSLV-F17 To Launch EOS-05 On September 4
The GSLV-F17/EOS-05 mission is scheduled for 2.55 am from the Second Launch Pad at the Satish Dhawan Space Centre, Sriharikota: Reports
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NEET aspirant dies in Kota apartment, eighth coaching student death this year
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