77 days and counting: Haryana guest teachers intensify agitation seeking job regularisation

The teachers are demanding implementation of the State governments regularisation policies framed in 2014, citing recent judgments of the Supreme Court and the Punjab and Haryana High Court

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

Paper leak protests hit Pune as Maratha quota stir looms in Maharashtra

Students in Pune protested demanding MPSC chairman and secretary resignations after a paper leak. Maratha activist Manoj Jarange Patil continues his fast seeking caste certificates for reservation benefits. Thousands of students marched towards the Pune District Collectorate with opposition support. The government faces widespread discontent from various protesting communities. Patil plans a larger agitation in Mumbai after September twelfth.

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.

Separatists enforce weeklong lockdown in Cameroon's Anglophone regions

Digital Desk | Yaounde, Sep 8 (IANS) Armed separatists are enforcing a weeklong lockdown in Cameroon's conflict-hit English-speaking Northwest and Southwest regions, leading to renewed clashes, residents and security sources said. Separatist leaders announced on social media that the lockdown, which began on Monday, aims to disrupt the start of the new school year, Xinhua News Agency reported. In Bamenda, the capital of the Northwest Region, residents described a tense atmosphere, with schools closed and movement severely restricted. We heard gunshots. People are really afraid. The streets are deserted. Shops are closed, and almost all activities have stopped, a resident, who requested anonymity, told Xinhua by phone. In a video posted online on Sunday, armed separatist fighters threatened to kill anyone who attempts to step out during the lockdown period. Security officials said additional troops had been deployed to both regions to conduct day and night patrols. On Sunday, regional authorities assured residents that security had been tightened and urged them to continue their daily activities. The Northwest and Southwest regions have seen armed conflict since 2017, when separatists began fighting government forces to establish an independent state. In July, seven passengers were kidnapped in Cameroon's Northwest region. The passengers were travelling from the town of Bafoussam, the capital of the West region, to Bamenda, the capital of the Northwest, when armed men intercepted their vehicle. Family members told local media the abductors are demanding a ransom for their release. Ransom kidnappings are common in the English-speaking Northwest, where separatists have clashed with government forces in a push for independence. Police say travellers are frequently targeted by gunmen suspected to be separatist fighters. In June, about 12 people, including 10 passengers on a bus, were kidnapped by suspected separatist fighters in Cameroon's Northwest Region, where an armed separatist conflict is ongoing, according to locals and security sources. The bus left the locality of Ndop and was heading to Bamenda, the region's chief town, when it was intercepted by gunmen.

CPI(M) Faces Criticism Over Draft Report on Election Loss in Kerala

CPI(M) leaders in Kerala challenge a draft report on their election loss, demanding clarity on organizational failures ahead of a larger meeting. CPI(M) Faces Criticism Over Draft Report on Election Loss in Kerala

Aqua Farmers Threaten Crop Holiday After March

Aqua farmers warn of a crop holiday from March 2027, demanding lower feed costs, price regulation and government support to tackle rising losses.

Deputy jailor, petrol bunk operator held with Rs 10K bribe

Hyderabad: The Telangana Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) on Monday, September 7, caught Huzurabad Sub-Jail Deputy Jailor Nampally Devender and petrol bunk operator, Ravula Harish, in an alleged Rs 10,000 bribe case. In the evening, 46-year-old Devender and 30-year-old Harish were caught at the Indian Oil Sub-Jail Petrol Bunk while demanding and accepting the alleged bribe from 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 .

IGP Jammu reviews security & policing arrangements in J&K's Samba

Digital Desk | Jammu, Sep 7 (IANS) Tejinder Singh, Jammu Inspector General of Police (IGP), on Monday reviewed security and policing arrangements in Samba district of Jammu and Kashmir. Jammu Police Zonal Headquarters on social media platform X said, IGP Jammu Zone accompanied by Shridhar Patil, Deputy Inspector General of Police (Jammu-Samba-Kathua Range), visited Samba and reviewed the security and policing arrangements. He (IGP Jammu Tejinder Singh) emphasised preventive policing, enhanced border surveillance, effective coordination and professional policing. Since he took over as IGP Jammu zone on August 31, Tejinder Singh has been carrying out road marches to ensure police-public relationship. While focusing on law and order and anti-terrorist operations, one big area of concern for J&K Police in Jammu division is cross border smuggling that takes place through the 740-km long Line of Control (LoC) and the 240-km long international border. Once the smuggler consignments reach the hinterland, they present a serious challenge to the local police. In most cases it has been found that the terror handlers sitting across the border in Pakistan have been using smuggling as a sustenance channel for terrorist in Jammu and Kashmir. The challenges for law enforcement and security forces in the Jammu division involve a complex mix of shifting terrorist activity, difficult geography, and cross-border smuggling. Terrorist activity and targeted security threats have increasingly spread toward the remote, hilly terrain of the Jammu division, including the Pir Panjal mountain ranges and the Chenab river valley belt. Difficult terrain includes dense forests and mountainous landscapes provide natural cover for adversarial elements and make counter-insurgency operations highly demanding. Continuous attempts at infiltration alongside drone drops carrying arms, ammunition, and narcotics across the International Border (IB) and Line of Control (LoC) require heightened vigilance. Combating localised drug trafficking rings that fund and support militant logistics (such as operations under anti-narcotics frameworks) remains a persistent operational hurdle. Police personnel must simultaneously handle counter-terrorism, intelligence collection, protection of scattered or remote minority populations, VIP security, and routine law enforcement. Rapid urban growth paired with limited road networks in major urban centres creates ongoing difficulties in efficient traffic regulation and rapid incident response.

Parents Protest Fee Hike At Sports Centres

Parents in Hyderabad are protesting a steep coaching fee hike at government-run sports centres, demanding a rollback of fees from 150 to 960.

Congress to Hold Dharna Demanding Public Disclosure of SIR Notice List

He warned that if the lists were not released even after the dharna, he would begin a hunger strike to press for transparency in the electoral revision process.

BRS MLC denies making abusive remarks against Telangana Assembly Speaker

Digital Desk | Hyderabad, Sep 7 (IANS) BRS MLC Tata Madhusudhan denied making any abusive or derogatory remarks against Telangana Assembly Speaker Gaddam Prasad Kumar. The Member of Legislative Council issued a clarification after the Assembly condemned his remarks and Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy and several ministers demanded that he be dismissed from the House. The Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) legislator made the remarks during a protest by the party MLAs and MLCs when they were stopped at the Assembly entrance by the police for wearing black T-shirts with slogans. The MLC said that the Congress leaders attributed words to him that he never said. If the remarks I made are perceived as being directed at the Speaker, I withdraw those comments. I express regret for the same, he said. He alleged that BRS MLAs and MLCs were attacked when they were entering the legislature complex. The MLC said the police punched him repeatedly in the stomach. Despite being punched in the stomach, I did not say a word. Out of intolerance, they attributed words to me that I never uttered, he said. Stating that he has high regard and respect for the chair of the Speaker, the MLC denied uttering a word against him. Tata Madhusudhan, also known as Tata Madhu, alleged that BRS MLAs elected by the people were attacked by police. Even the women legislators were not spared. He demanded that Chief Minister Revanth Reddy, who also holds the Home portfolio, must apologise for the incident involving the women MLAs. He said the actions of policemen, like pulling the clothes of women legislators, pulling their hair and strangling them, were all shameful for a civilised society. He alleged that police attacked senior leaders like Yadava Reddy, Jagdish Reddy, Harish Rao, KTR and Dr Sanjay and dragged them. Demanding that the police take action against those involved in these incidents, the MLC said he would speak in detail about the issue in the Legislative Council on Tuesday.

Dehradun T20 League: Vikasnagar Dhamaka beat Selakui Strikers by 8 wickets

Digital Desk | Dehradun, Sep 7 (IANS) Vikasnagar Dhamaka registered a commanding eight-wicket victory over Selakui Strikers in an exciting rain-curtailed seven-over contest at the Abhimanyu Cricket Academy Ground in the Dehradun T20 League 2026 on Monday. Captain Vishal Kashyap starred with a sensational unbeaten 53 off just 20 balls as Vikasnagar chased down the target of 69 in only 5.3 overs. After winning the toss, Vikasnagar Dhamaka opted to bowl and maintained control from the very beginning. Their bowlers delivered disciplined performances, denying the opposition batters the opportunity to score freely. Vinay Aswal was the standout bowler for Vikasnagar, picking up two crucial wickets for 16 runs in his two overs, while Goldie Malik claimed one wicket, conceding 15 runs in his solitary over. Selakui Strikers began cautiously before attempting to accelerate through the middle overs. They eventually posted 68 for the loss of three wickets in their allotted seven overs. Nitish Joshi led the scoring for Selakui with an aggressive 35 off 13 balls, smashing three fours and three sixes. Sanskar Rawat also contributed 14 runs off 12 balls, including two boundaries. Chasing 69, Vikasnagar Dhamaka made an explosive start. Captain Vishal Kashyap took charge of the innings, playing good shots all around the ground to remain unbeaten on 53 off just 20 deliveries. His innings featured two fours and six towering sixes. Kunal Chandela provided valuable support at the other end, scoring 13 runs off eight balls, as Vikasnagar reached 74 for two in just 5.3 overs to seal a comfortable and emphatic victory, just like we see in international matches.

A good year to win Ballon d'Or, says Mbappe

Digital Desk | Madrid, Sep 7 (IANS) Real Madrid striker Kylian Mbappe admits he is among the favourites to win the 2026 Ballon d'Or after claiming the Golden Boot at this summer's World Cup and becoming the tournament's all-time leading scorer. Mbappe's 10 goals in the United States this summer took his World Cup total to 22, one more than Lionel Messi. Despite failing to win the tournament with France or any titles with Real Madrid last season, his achievements have made him a leading candidate for the award, which will be presented by France Football at the end of October. Speaking to the press ahead of Real Madrid's Champions League opener at home to Inter Milan on Tuesday night, Mbappe was asked about the Ballon d'Or. A lot of people talk about me as a possible Ballon d'Or winner (...) Of course, I've made history this summer in the most important competition in sports, but we will have to wait and see, said the striker, who nevertheless believes it could be a good year for him to win, reports Xinhua. Asked whether he believes he is the best player in the world, Mbappe joked, I always do, before adding that everyone has their own opinion. There may be people here who think I'm the best in the world and others who don't. I don't think it's a debate you have to have. It's the journalists who are going to vote, and they'll think about who they believe is the best, commented Mbappe, who said it was always a pleasure to play in the Champions League. He also brushed aside suggestions that he and Vinicius Jr. do not work well together, although he did comment that it was a never-ending debate and we all need to improve. Mbappe also spoke about Jose Mourinho, describing the Real Madrid coach as a man who knows how to win, how to inspire those around him, and how to motivate the whole club, his team. And win matches. Kylian Mbappe scored a hat-trick as Jose Mourinho celebrated his return to the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium with a 4-1 home win over Real Sociedad on Wednesday night. Mbappe scored once in the first half and twice in the second as Real Madrid overcame a difficult opening period before taking control after the break. A moment of quality in the 40th minute saw Fede Valverde pick out Mbappe, who cut inside and fired home to put Real Madrid ahead as the demanding home crowd began to show signs of discontent. Mbappe scored Real Madrid's third goal and restored their lead just after the hour following a swift passing move with Jude Bellingham, who turned provider again in the 68th minute when he won the ball from Real Sociedad defender Luken Beitia to set up Vinicius Jr. for his side's third goal of the night. The World Cup top scorer completed his hat-trick in the 80th minute after an assist from Vinicius to seal a comfortable victory and a winning return to the Bernabeu for Mourinho.

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.

AES Tech Wants Data Centers to Lean Less on Your Power Grid

Datacenters construction have become one of the most controversial topics in the United States (and elsewhere). People are asking whether the ones already arriving will raise electricity costs, overload the local grid, and bring more polluting generators into their neighborhoods. AES Tech, a South Korean startup, is pitching a technical answer to part of that problem: make hydrogen on site from liquid ammonia, then use it to replace some of the natural gas burned in a data centers power turbines. That does not magically make the problem completely go away, but it points to a standard worth demanding from the industry. If a facility needs large amounts of new power, it should bring more of that power infrastructure with it and make that infrastructure cleaner and safer than the current backup and supplemental systems many people associate with these activities. AES Techs system, called ammoNOVA, is designed to extract hydrogen from anhydrous liquid ammonia where it will be used. Instead of trucking in compressed hydrogen and keeping it in high-pressure storage, a customer would store ammonia and convert it into hydrogen on demand. The hydrogen would then be mixed with natural gas and burned in a turbine to make electricity. This is called co-firing. While there are still emissions, this system can reduce them, depending on the blend ratio and the Hydrogen source. The most important part: the goal is not to power AI at any cost. It is to give a large, power-hungry facility another option when the grid is constrained, one that could reduce its use of diesel and gradually displace some fossil gas. The International Energy Agency expects global data-center electricity consumption to more than double to roughly 945 terawatt-hours by 2030. In many U.S. communities, the practical consequence is already familiar new data-center proposals collide with questions about transmission lines, water, local generation and whether residents will end up paying for grid upgrades. A facility that can produce at least some of its own cleaner fuel during periods of high demand could reduce its dependence on the grid. In theory, that could help keep a local grid from being asked to carry every surge created by an AI campus. It could also be preferable to relying solely on diesel generators during outages or peak events. In Seoul, I met CEO Jaehong Jeffrey Chun, and one operational detail made the concept more interesting to me: AES Tech can control the electrochemical systems output in real time, so the hydrogen supply can follow a turbines changing fuel demand. AES Tech CEO Jaehong Jeffrey Chun (left) during an interview with Ubergizmo Editor-in-Chief Hubert Nguyen | Photo by AVING News Electricity demand fluctuates. When a data center needs more power, a useful on-site system has to respond quickly. AES Tech argues that its electrochemical approach can do that without the high-temperature process normally associated with cracking ammonia. Ammonia contains nitrogen and hydrogen. ammoNOVA uses electrolysis to separate them, producing hydrogen for the turbine and nitrogen as a byproduct. The company also says its system recovers unused ammonia and purifies the hydrogen. Hydrogen co-firing itself is technically feasible. Companies like Mitsubishi Heavy Industries reported a test using a 20% hydrogen-by-volume blend in a large gas turbine at a Georgia power plant; it said the blend cut CO emissions by about 7% (PDF link) compared with natural gas alone. That said, Ammonia is not automatically green and people may ask more questions. The environmental argument becomes compelling only when the ammonia itself has a verifiably low-carbon supply chain and when the hydrogen meaningfully replaces fossil gas. AES Tech was founded in 2022 and is still early. The company says it is targeting AI-data-center power applications and has submitted ammoNOVA Ultra for CES 2027 Innovation Awards consideration. AES Tech Wants Data Centers to Lean Less on Your Power Grid , original content from Ubergizmo . Read our Copyrights and terms of use .

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.

ACB nabs land broker for accepting bribe in Srinagar

Srinagar, Sept 7:The Jammu and Kashmir Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) on Monday arrested a land broker/tout, identified as Abdul Hamid Khan, for allegedly demanding and accepting a bribe on behalf of a Patwari in connection with the issuance of revenue extracts in Batamaloo area of Srinagar. According to the ACB, it received a written complaint alleging that Saleem Altaf, Patwari, Halqa Batamaloo, Srinagar, through his associate Abdul Hamid Khan, had demanded illegal gratification from the complainant for issuing revenue extracts pertaining to his house. The complainant had reportedly applied online for the revenue extracts on behalf of his father for the purpose of attestation of mutation. The Patwari, through his alleged associate, initially demanded Rs 20,000 ,which was later settled at 16,000. The complainant further alleged that Khan had already compelled him to pay an initial instalment of 5,000 on behalf of the accused Patwari, while a second instalment of 11,000 was allegedly demanded for issuance of the revenue extracts. Following the complaint, the allegations were verified by the ACB and FIR No. 13/2026 was registered at Police Station ACB Srinagar under Sections 7 and 7A of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988, and Section 61(2) of the BNS.Investigation was subsequently taken up. During the investigation, an ACB trap team was constituted. According to the agency, Khan was caught red-handed while demanding and accepting 11,000 as illegal gratification on behalf of Patwari Saleem Altaf. The accused tout was taken into custody. During his personal search, the ACB said it recovered the trap amount of 11,000, besides 25,125 in cash, payment slips, the revenue extract in question and a sale deed pertaining to Mohammad Sidiq Sheikh, son of Gh. Mohammad Sheikh. The recovered articles have been seized as per procedure and are being examined as part of the ongoing investigation. The ACB said the alleged involvement of Patwari Saleem Altaf in the demand and acceptance of illegal gratification through Khan is being ascertained. Further investigation in the case is undeway

ACB arrests land broker for accepting Rs 11,000 bribe in Srinagar

Srinagar, Sep 7: The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) on Monday arrested a land broker for allegedly accepting Rs 11,000 bribe on behalf of a Patwari for issuance of revenue extracts in the Batmaloo area of Srinagar. In a statement issued, the spokesperson said the ACB received a written complaint alleging that Saleem Altaf, Patwari, Halqa Batmaloo, Srinagar, through his associate Ab. Hamid Khan, a land broker/tout, had demanded illegal gratification from the complainant for issuance of revenue extracts pertaining to his house. He said the complainant had applied online for the revenue extracts on behalf of his father for the purpose of attestation of mutation. It was alleged that the Patwari, through his associate Ab. Hamid Khan, initially demanded Rs 20,000, which was subsequently settled at Rs 16,000. The spokesperson said the complainant further alleged that the said tout had already compelled him to pay the first instalment of Rs 5,000 on behalf of the accused Patwari, while a second instalment of Rs 11,000 was demanded today on behalf of the accused Patwari for issuance of the revenue extracts. On receipt of the complaint, the allegations were verified and accordingly FIR No. 13/2026 under Section 7, 7A of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988 and Section 61(2) BNS was registered at P/S ACB Srinagar, and investigation taken up. The spokesperson said that during the course of investigation, a trap team was constituted by ACB Srinagar. During the trap proceedings, Ab. Hamid Khan was caught red-handed while demanding and accepting Rs 11,000 as illegal gratification on behalf of Patwari Saleem Altaf. The accused tout was taken into custody. During his personal search, in addition to the trap amount of Rs 11,000, cash amounting to Rs 25,125, payment slips, the revenue extract in question and a sale deed pertaining to Mohammad Sidiq Sheikh, son of Gh. Mohammad Sheikh, were recovered from his possession. The recovered articles have been taken into possession as per procedure and are being examined as part of the investigation. The involvement of Patwari Saleem Altaf in the demand and acceptance of illegal gratification through the tout Ab. Hamid Khan is being ascertained. The investigation in the case is underway.

TARATDAC members stage prison-filling protest demanding monthly assistance hike

Preity G Zinta credits action team of her upcoming action-comedy for bringing Madam Hs high-stakes sequences to life: They didn't care about the hours; they were just there

Preity G Zintas portrayal of the formidable Madam H has caught attention in the trailer of her upcoming action comedy, and there is growing anticipation among audiences to see her do action in a role unlike anything she has explored before. Bringing the character to life, however, came with its own set of challenges, particularly while filming the demanding action sequences. Reflecting on the experience, Preity credits the action team for their tireless efforts behind the films high-octane sequences. Speaking about the challenges of performing the action sequences, Preity G Zinta shared, The action was very difficult, I have to say. I've always thought that actresses always have to work harder, you know, in songs and yeh and woh. When you see this (action sequences), it's a big thank you to the action team. I am, or Madam H, and everyone else is in the front. But it's the action team that worked tirelessly; all those guys that, you know, they didn't care about the hours; they were just there. And I want to say a huge thank you to all of them. They were just absolutely awesome. So, if anything, that I'm here is thanks to the action team. The film is written and directed by Kunal Kemmu. It follows two inseparable friends whose ordinary lives spiral into an unpredictable adventure, pushing their survival instincts and friendship to the limit. The film is headlined by Kemmu alongside Preity G Zinta, Sparsh Shrivastava, and Vanshika Dhir, and features Yashpal Sharma and Dinesh Lal Yadav in pivotal roles. Also Read: Preity Zinta gets kadi chawal from neighbour in Paris while down with fever: Brightened my day

BJP to Launch Statewide Protest in Jharkhand Over Recruitment Exam Irregularities

The BJP plans a four-day protest in Jharkhand starting September 8, demanding action against recruitment exam irregularities and student arrests. BJP to Launch Statewide Protest in Jharkhand Over Recruitment Exam Irregularities

Medical college students in Kozhikode seek better hostel facilities

Students stage token protest on the campus, demanding that steps be taken to open the new hostel buildings whose construction has already been completed

Medical college students in Kozhikode seek better hostel facilities

Students stage token protest on the campus, demanding that steps be taken to open the new hostel buildings whose construction has already been completed

Exclusive: Levant Hyderabad gets three new Turkish dishes

Arabic flavours have found a permanent home in Hyderabads lanes. Mandi joints and kebab spots come and go at the speed of fire, yet very few manage to nail authentic flavour profiles with absolute precision. Levant in Banjara Hills stands out as one of those exceptions, as it has been preserving authentic Eastern Mediterranean cooking 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 .

Annamayya district approves 2 crore for 90 drinking water projects

Minister of Transport Mandipalli Ramprasad Reddy says the works will be taken across six mandals, where Galiveedu has been allocated 20 works costing 44 lakh, Lakkireddipalli has 21 works estimated at 44.60 lakh, Ramapuram has 19 works costing 47.30 lakh, Sambepalli has 17 works at 36.30 lakh, Chinnamandem has six works at 11.60 lakh, and Rayachoti has seven works at 16.10 lakh

BJP claims religious groups trying to dictate terms to Kerala government

Digital Desk | Thiruvananthapuram, Sep 7 (IANS) The BJP on Monday alleged that religious fundamentalist forces were trying to put pressure on the Kerala government and take control of its functioning by threatening and intimidating the Chief Minister. BJP national executive member P.K. Krishnadas said an article in the mouthpiece of the E.K. faction of Samastha, headlined 'The Chief Minister should speak with decorum,' was the latest indication of a dangerous political trend in the state. He alleged that the close ties between the E.K. faction of Samastha and the Indian Union Muslim League were well-known and that the article showed the League putting pressure on Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan through the religious organisation. IUML is the second-biggest ally of the ruling United Democratic Front led by Chief Minister Satheesan. A religious organisation backed by a major constituent of the ruling alliance is telling the Chief Minister of a democratically elected government how he should speak. This is not merely criticism. It is an attempt to threaten and insult the Chief Minister, Krishnadas said. He alleged that there was now an attempt to shift the control of the government from political leadership to religious organisations. Such a trend, he said, would pose a threat to democracy, secularism and social harmony in Kerala. Krishnadas said the BJP had strong political differences with both Satheesan and the Congress. But that does not mean religious organisations can threaten a democratically elected Chief Minister. The BJP will oppose such politics tooth and nail, he said. He said the latest controversy could not be viewed in isolation, pointing to the recent statement from the Kanthapuram faction as well. He alleged that these developments indicated growing interference by religious organisations in the state's political and administrative affairs. Krishnadas also referred to Muslim League MLA Firoz publicly demanding the withdrawal of police cases registered against YouTuber Abdul Basil. While the Chief Minister is being pressured through Samastha and the Muslim League, the Home Minister is being publicly pressured by an MLA from the same ruling alliance. This raises the question of whose hands the real control of the government is moving into, he said. He also attacked the Congress for remaining silent on the statements from religious organisations. He said AICC General Secretary, K.C. Venugopal, when asked about the issue, had said the party's position would be clarified later. Krishnadas alleged that the Congress was unwilling to confront religious organisations because of political considerations. He said the BJP's opposition to such pressure politics should not be seen as support for the Chief Minister. We are not supporting the Chief Minister. We are opposing the politics of intimidation, he said. He urged people who voted the UDF to power to reflect on the issue and said the government should be controlled by democratically elected representatives and not religious organisations. Krishnadas also took a swipe at CPI(M) leader P. Jayarajan over his recent remarks against the BJP. He recalled Jayarajan's earlier attempt to organise a parallel Sri Krishna Jayanthi procession in Kannur and claimed that it failed to receive public support, including from CPI(M) workers. He questioned whether the Marxist party had the right to celebrate Sri Krishna Jayanthi. If they want, celebrating Kamsa Jayanthi may be more appropriate for them, he said sarcastically.

Odisha Vigilance arrests two govt officials for taking bribe in Puri

Digital Desk | Bhubaneswar, Sep 7 (IANS) The Odisha Vigilance on Monday apprehended a Revenue Inspector (RI) and an Assistant Revenue Inspector (ARI) for allegedly demanding and accepting a bribe of Rs 35,000 from a person for processing an enquiry report in connection with a land conversion and mutation case in Puri district. The accused were identified as RI Kalyani Jena, and ARI Purna Chandra Behera, both posted at the Siula RI Circle under Pipili Tehsil in Puri district. According to the Odisha Vigilance department, the complainant had applied under the rules of the Revenue and Disaster Management Department for conversion of agricultural land into homestead land. When he approached the RI office to enquire about the status of his application, the accused duo Jena and Behera allegedly demanded Rs 35,000 for initiating the mutation case and processing and forwarding the required enquiry report. Despite repeated requests by the applicant, the accused duo insisted on taking the demanded bribe. After failing to meet the demanded bribe, the applicant (complainant) approached the Vigilance authorities narrating harassment by Jena and Behera, the Vigilance department said. Acting on the complaint, a Vigilance team laid a trap on Monday and caught Jena and Behera while accepting the bribe from the complainant. The entire bribe amount of Rs 35,000 was recovered from the possession of the accused and seized, the agency said. Following the trap, simultaneous searches were launched at the accused persons' office and residential premises at Brahmakumdi (Charichhak), Achyutapur (Chandanpur) and Rasulgarh in Bhubaneswar as part of an investigation into their disproportionate assets, the Vigilance department added. In connection with the case, Bhubaneswar Vigilance Police Station has registered a case on September 5 under Section 7 of the Prevention of Corruption (Amendment) Act, 2018. Further investigation is underway. The police officers on Sunday arrested Anupama Sahoo, presently posted as the Assistant Executive Engineer (AEE) of Drainage Division of Kendrapada district in connection with a corruption case. The Odisha Vigilance has intensified its crackdown on corrupt officials and employees, in line with the state government's zero-tolerance approach to corruption in government offices.

Telangana Assembly pandemonium: BRS moves SC/ST Commission

Hyderabad: The Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) has filed a complaint with the Telangana State Commission for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (SC/ST) Commission, demanding action against the alleged manhandling of its BC MLAs by the Hyderabad Police at the Secretariat on Monday, September 7. In a letter to the Chairperson, the pink party has alleged 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 .

Who is Elizabeth Holmes? The Theranos fraud behind Nathan Fielder's documentary

A new documentary about disgraced Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes had a surprise, unannounced premiere at the Telluride Film Festival, and it has quickly become one of the most talked-about titles at the festival. You Can See Everything , made by A24 and co-directed by comedian Nathan Fielder (known for The Rehearsal and The Curse ) alongside documentarian Lance Oppenheim, follows Holmes in the weeks before she surrendered to prison in 2023. Fielder and his crew were granted remarkable access: he lived with Holmes and her partner, hotel heir Billy Evans, at their home in Del Mar, California, filming over roughly five weeks before her sentence began, and staying involved with the project for three years afterwards. The film runs close to three hours and mixes straightforward interviews with more unconventional techniques, including scenes in which actress Amanda Seyfried, who played Holmes in a previous dramatization, is brought in to help make sense of what the directors captured. Early reviews describe it as unsettling and hard to categorise, less a conventional true-crime documentary than a study of how Holmes still talks about what happened. For readers who remember the headlines but not the detail, here is a refresher on who Holmes is, what she actually did, what she says about it now, and where this new film sits alongside the books and dramas already made about her. Who is Elizabeth Holmes? Holmes was born in Washington DC to a mother who worked as a congressional staffer and a father who had held a senior role at Enron, the energy company that collapsed in a major accounting scandal. She won a place at Stanford University and began working on early biomedical ideas there, founding what would become Theranos in 2003, when she was just 19. She dropped out of Stanford and used her tuition savings to build the company, having already filed a patent application as a student. By the end of 2010, she had raised roughly $92 million (73 million) in venture capital, on the promise that Theranos was building a device capable of running a full range of diagnostic tests from a few drops of blood taken with a simple finger-prick, rather than a full syringe draw. She went on to build what one report at the time called one of the most prominent boards in American corporate history, including former US secretaries of state Henry Kissinger and George Shultz and former Pentagon chief Jim Mattis. Nathan Fielder Getty Images By 2014 she was appearing on the covers of Fortune , Forbes and Inc. , and Forbes valued her stake in the company at around $4.5 billion (3.6 billion), naming her the youngest self-made female billionaire in the US. What was her crime, and how did she pull it off? Theranos's core promise was a machine that could run comprehensive blood tests from a pinprick sample, but it never actually worked as claimed. Holmes is understood to have based the idea on her own dislike of needles, and turned it into a product pitch before the underlying science existed to support it. Central to how the deception was maintained was Ramesh Sunny Balwani, Theranos's chief operating officer, who was also Holmes's romantic partner for much of this period, though the relationship was not publicly disclosed at the time. Multiple experts, including a Stanford medical professor, are understood to have warned early on that the science behind the pinprick concept could not work, but Holmes and Balwani continued to promote it regardless. Balwani has been described as having run a demanding, controlling management style inside the company, and was tried separately from Holmes; he was also convicted of fraud and served a prison sentence. To keep the story alive, Holmes personally added the logos of major pharmaceutical firms Pfizer and Schering-Plough to Theranos validation reports and shared these with investors, without the companies' permission or knowledge, giving the false impression that the technology had been independently endorsed. Internally, the company is understood to have concealed how often its own machines failed, and to have run a significant share of patient tests on standard third-party lab equipment rather than its own device, while still marketing the results as Theranos's own breakthrough technology. The fraud began to unravel following a series of Wall Street Journal investigations from 2015 onwards, which Holmes is reported to have tried to have stopped by appealing directly to the paper's owner, Rupert Murdoch, who was also a Theranos investor. She was convicted in January 2022 of defrauding investors and, in November of that year, sentenced to 11 years in prison. She began serving her sentence in 2023 . What Holmes claims in the documentary According to early reviews of You Can See Everything , Holmes maintains in the film that she has never lied and that the Theranos device genuinely worked, arguing that the hardware itself was sound and that only the chemistry needed to run specific tests remained unfinished, a problem she reportedly treats as a routine engineering task rather than evidence the technology never existed. Reviewers describe her as unable to accept, or even engage with, an alternative reading of events, illustrated in the film by a scene in which Fielder shows her a classic comedy routine and finds she cannot explain why it is funny used in reviews as a way of illustrating a rigid, literal mindset that struggles to hold two meanings at once. The documentary is reported to sit with Holmes and Evans as they watch an earlier dramatisation of her story, with Holmes reportedly dismissing it as inaccurate. Critics reviewing the film stress that it does not attempt to argue Holmes is innocent, but instead explores why she appears to genuinely believe her own account, and it does not shy away from the potential harm patients could have faced had the faulty technology been more widely used. A poster of the documentary A24 Earlier books and dramatisations This is far from the first screen treatment of the Theranos story: The Inventor: Out for Blood in Silicon Valley (2019): An HBO documentary directed by Alex Gibney, using archival footage and access inside Theranos to examine how the fraud took hold. The Dropout (2022) : A Hulu biographical drama miniseries starring Amanda Seyfried as Holmes and Naveen Andrews as her former business and romantic partner, Ramesh Sunny Balwani, tracing the company from its Stanford origins to its collapse. Seyfried won an Emmy and a Golden Globe for the role. Bad Blood: Secrets and Lies in a Silicon Valley Start-Up : the investigative book by journalist John Carreyrou, widely regarded as the definitive account of the Theranos scandal and a key source for both screen adaptations.

Ishan Kishans Stellar 270 Leads East Zone to 708 in Duleep Trophy Final

Ishan Kishan scored 270 runs, propelling East Zone to a commanding total of 708 in the Duleep Trophy final against South Zone. Ishan Kishans Stellar 270 Leads East Zone to 708 in Duleep Trophy Final

Tennis: India's Karan Singh wins singles title in ITF M15 Bali

Chandigarh, Sep 7 (IANS) India's Karan Singh clinched the men's singles title at the ITF Mens World Tennis Tour M15, which was played in Bali, Indonesia. This is Karans fourth career title and his third of the 2026 season -- second in singles. The fourth-seeded Indian (ATP 604) defeated the fifth seed Isaac Becroft of New Zealand in a closely contested final on hard courts, clinching a 7-5, 7-6(3) win to lift the title. It was a phenomenal run for Karan, who trains at the Roundglass Tennis Academy (RGTA) and delivered a flawless week of tennis by winning the championship without dropping a single set. He began the campaign by defeating Indonesian qualifier Gunawan Trismuwantara 6-3, 7-5. In the second round, he got the better of local wildcard Rafalentino Ali Da Costa 6-3, 6-2. In the quarterfinals, Singh continued his dominance, defeating another Indonesian wildcard, Nathan Anthony Barki, 6-1, 6-4. In the semifinals, Karan was up against the seventh seed Ryotaro Taguchi of Japan. In a commanding performance, Karan got the better of the Japanese player, cruising to a 6-3, 6-3 straight-sets win to book his place in the final. The singles victory in Indonesia marks a highly successful continuation of Karan's 2026 calendar, coming just weeks after he clinched the doubles title at the ITF M15 Astana in Kazakhstan. In August, partnering with Russia's Martin Borisiouk, the unseeded pair battled through three consecutive match tiebreaks, including an upset over the top seeds in the semifinals, before dominating the local Kazakh pair of Danial Rakhmatullayev and Damir Zhalgasbay 6-3, 6-2 in the final. Karan, who hails from Karnal in Haryana, has a career-high ATP singles ranking of world No. 388 achieved on 8 August 2025. He also has a career-high doubles ranking of No. 436 achieved on 28 July 2025. The 23-year-old Karan has won one ATP Challenger doubles title at the 2024 Brazzaville Challenger with Florent Bax.

Manipur to pursue 1951 as base year for NRC with Centre: Home Minister

Imphal, Sep 7 (IANS) Manipur Home Minister Konthoujam Govindas Singh on Monday told that 1951 will be the base year for the National Register of Citizens (NRC) in the state and that the state government will pursue the matter with the Centre in accordance with resolutions adopted by the State Assembly. The Home Minister in the House was replying to a query raised by Opposition Congress MLA Keisham Meghachandra Singh regarding the updation of the NRC in Manipur and the original physical records of the 1951 NRC. He told the House that the records of the 1951 NRC are being traced. Govindas Singh said that the state government alone cannot implement the NRC without the approval of the Union government. As per the resolution adopted by the House on August 5, 2022, the Manipur State Population Commission has already been constituted, he added. The Home Minister said that the issue of NRC should not be taken lightly and the NRC has been implemented in Assam, but it could not still be kept in the public domain. The matter has been pending in the court, he said, adding that the state government has already pursued the Central government to introduce the NRC in the state. The state government again pursued the Central government as per the Assembly resolution on March 1, 2024, reaffirming its earlier resolution. Again on September 2, 2026, the House unanimously passed a resolution reaffirming its earlier decisions. We need to cautiously move the Centre so that it would not fail like that in Assam, Govindas Singh added. Meanwhile, the state Assembly's latest move on September 2 came amid massive agitations by various Civil Society Organisations (CSOs), mainly in the five districts of the Imphal Valley region -- Imphal East, Imphal West, Thoubal, Bishnupur and Kakching -- demanding the updation of the NRC before the conduct of Census-2027. The Campaign for Just and Fair Delimitation (CJFD) and various other CSOs have been holding massive agitations in the Imphal Valley region since August 17, demanding the updation of the NRC before the Census exercise is undertaken. A day before its pre-schedule start, the Central government on August 31 announced to defer the Census-2027 exercise in Manipur amid continuing protests and demands by various CSOs for the updation of the NRC before the conduct of the Census-2027 in the state. Meanwhile, the Kuki-Zo Council (KZC), the apex body of the Kuki-Zo tribal community in Manipur, has strongly opposed the demand for the updation of the NRC before the Census operations in 2027. KZC Spokesperson Ginza Vualzong had said that there is no constitutional provision for conducting an NRC exercise exclusively in a particular state. The NRC is a national exercise. The Assam NRC was undertaken pursuant to the Assam Accord of 1985. Therefore, any attempt to conduct an NRC exclusively in Manipur is not only discriminatory but also unconstitutional, he added.

MPSC Protest: Pune Aspirants Demand Chairperson

Thousands of MPSC aspirants marched in Pune demanding transparency and accountability after alleged paper leaks, evaluation errors and other recruitment irregularities.

Shivraj Chouhan Stops Convoy to Help Road Accident Victim

Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan stopped his convoy after spotting a road accident while travelling from Bhopal to Mandideep. He helped the injured person and ensured immediate medical assistance and hospitalisation.

Govt speaking in two voices on interns stir: MP Ruhullah

Srinagar, Sep 06: Lok Sabha MP from Srinagar, Aga Syed Ruhullah Mehdi, on Sunday came down heavily on the Jammu and Kashmir administration over its handling of the ongoing strike by medical interns, accusing it of resorting to coercive tactics even as it publicly acknowledged their demand for stipend revision as genuine. In a series of letters to Health and Medical Education Minister Sakina Itoo and Principals of Government Medical Colleges, MP Mehdi questioned the government's change in method and sought to know whether the warnings issued to striking interns were on official instructions or individual initiative. Something has changed in the last few days, and I would like to know from you what it is. For a week this was a dispute conducted in the open. The interns stated their case, you accepted it as genuine, the Chief Minister's Advisor gave a date. Now I am told that Principals of our medical colleges have begun warning interns of consequences if they do not return to duty. That is not a change in the Government's position. It is a change in its method, Mehdi wrote to Minister Itoo. The MP warned that the government's dual approach would not go unnoticed. A government that has publicly called a demand genuine, and privately set its institutional heads to pressuring the people making it, is speaking in two voices. That will be noticed, and it will cost more than the stipend ever would, he said. In a separate communication to the Principals, MP Mehdi reminded them of their role as teachers first. These are your own students. They came to you at eighteen, you have taught them for nine years, and they are now asking to be paid what interns are paid everywhere else in this country a demand the Health Minister has called genuine, the Chief Minister has endorsed, and a committee of this Government recommended in 2023, he wrote. The strike by MBBS and BDS interns demanding a hike in monthly stipend from Rs 12,300 to Rs 30,000 entered its second week on this weekend, impacting routine services at major government hospitals across the Union Territory. The Health Minister has acknowledged the demand as genuine and a government committee had recommended an increase in 2023, but no formal order has been issued yet. MP Mehdi urged the Minister to intervene immediately. Whatever is being said to them in the corridors of these colleges should stop, and you are the one who can stop it, he said, adding that the interns' peaceful protest was their constitutional right and they did not forfeit it by wearing a white coat. He also demanded a clear written order specifying the revised stipend amount and the date of effect, with an assurance that no intern would be penalised for having protested. These young doctors have been given assurances before and watched them dissolve. That, and nothing else, is why they are still sitting outside, he said. The MP's intervention comes amid growing political support for the agitating interns, with the PDP and Congress having already extended their backing. The interns have warned of intensifying their protest if a formal order on stipend revision is not issued soon.

Kavitha holds dharna with students over fee reimbursement

Hyderabad: Telangana Rakshana Sena (TRS) president Kalvakuntla Kavitha held a rally with students in Hanamkonda on Monday, September 7, demanding payment of fee reimbursement dues and resolution of students issues. The rally began at the Ambedkar statue, where Kavitha paid homage by garlanding it, from where the TRS chief, along with party supporters and students, 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 .

Protesting MBBS interns approach Rahul Gandhi

Srinagar, Sep 06: As their protest over stipend revision continues, protesting MBBS interns in Jammu and Kashmir have approached Congress leader and Leader of Opposition (LoP) in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi, seeking his intervention in what they describe as a long-pending and genuine demand. The interns, who have been on strike since August 31, are demanding that their monthly stipend be increased from Rs 12,300 to Rs 30,000. They say the existing stipend has remained unchanged for nearly seven years despite the increasing responsibilities shouldered by interns in government hospitals. The move to approach Rahul Gandhi comes as the young doctors look beyond Jammu and Kashmir for support, hoping that the intervention of a national political leader could help draw greater attention to their concerns and persuade the administration to issue a formal, time-bound decision. We have approached Rahul Gandhi because we want our issue to reach a national platform. We hope he will understand our situation and raise the matter with the concerned authorities, said an intern, requesting anonymity. Another protesting doctor said the interns were not seeking confrontation with the administration. Our demand is simple. We want a fair stipend for the work and responsibilities we undertake every day. We have approached Rahul Gandhi in the hope that our voice will be heard and a solution found. The interns have been holding demonstrations at government medical colleges and hospitals across J&K, with MBBS and BDS interns participating in the agitation. They say they continue to perform demanding clinical duties, including work in emergency departments, wards, operation theatres and intensive-care units, while receiving what they consider an inadequate stipend. The demand has gained political traction in the Union Territory, with Congress leaders and other political representatives extending support to the protesting doctors. The interns decision to approach Gandhi also comes against the backdrop of his recent interventions on student-related issues across the country. Gandhi and opposition MPs have publicly backed students protesting over the NEET issue, while he has also met and expressed solidarity with students involved in other protests. For the protesting interns, that record has encouraged them to seek his intervention. Rahul Gandhi has spoken for students and young people in different parts of the country. We believe he can understand our concerns as young professionals too, another intern said. The interns maintain that the dispute is not merely about an increase in monthly payment but about recognising the professional responsibilities placed on doctors during internship. We spend years studying medicine and then work long hours in hospitals. We are serving patients, handling emergencies and learning under immense pressure. The stipend should reflect that responsibility, said another intern. The Government has indicated that the demand is under consideration and has sought time to examine the matter. The interns, however, have maintained that they want a written order and a clear timeline rather than verbal assurances. Their demand is for the stipend to be raised to Rs 30,000 a month, which they say would bring it closer to the level of compensation available to interns in several other parts of the country. As the protest enters another phase, the young doctors are hoping their appeal to Rahul Gandhi will help turn their local agitation into a wider conversation about the treatment, compensation and dignity of medical interns. We don't want a confrontation. We want dialogue and a written solution, an intern said.

Telangana BJP chief detained during fee reimbursement protest, clash with police

Hyderabad, Sep 7 (IANS) The police detained Telangana BJP president N. Ramchander Rao and other BJP leaders and Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha workers to foil their protest at Telangana Assembly over the fee reimbursement issue on Monday. The police stopped Ramchander Rao and his supporters as they tried to march towards the Assembly, demanding that the government release fee reimbursement dues. When the police detained Ramchander Rao and were taking him in a police vehicle, BJP cadres tried to stop the vehicle. This led to a scuffle between protestors and police. Some protestors climbed onto the vehicle, causing minor damage. Some protestors sustained injuries in the scuffle. By arresting me for the fourth time in 10 days for demanding to clear pending fee reimbursement dues, the Congress government has exposed its true anti-student mindset. Instead of clearing dues and protecting students futures, Congress is silencing those who raise their voice for them, Ramchander Rao posted on X. Holding placards and BJP flags and raising slogans, the protestors in batches tried to proceed towards the Assembly but were stopped by the police. Protestors squatted on the road but were physically lifted by the police personnel. They were whisked away in police vehicles. Earlier, a group of protestors who managed to reach near the Assembly building was detained by the police. They were shifted to a police station. On the first day of the monsoon session of the state legislature, BJYM had called for chalo Assembly to demand that the Congress government clear fee reimbursement dues. The police had made elaborate security arrangements around the Assembly premises to prevent any untoward incidents. Police force was deployed on all routes leading to the Assembly to prevent protestors. The calls for protest and certain restrictions imposed on traffic affected the movement of vehicles on the busy roads around the Assembly in the central part of the city. The BJP has been taking up the issue of fee reimbursement. It alleged that the Congress government failed to clear pending fee reimbursement dues of nearly Rs 15,000 crore. It says this has put the future of 40 lakh students at stake. In the Assembly, BJP MLAs tried to stall the proceedings, demanding a debate on the issue of alleged arbitrary inclusion or private properties under Section 22A of the Registration Act, 1908. As soon as the House met for the day, the BJP members led by party floor leader Aleti Maheshwar Reddy were on their feet, demanding that the adjournment notice given by them be taken up for debate, by suspending the regular business. As Speaker Gaddam Prasad Kumar rejected their demand, they trooped into the well and raised slogans. The Speaker took exception to BJP members carrying placards and directed security staff to take the placards from the members. However, the BJP members continued their protest, demanding a probe by a sitting judge into the allegations of misuse of the Revenue and Registration machinery, extortion and arbitrary freezing of private properties under Section 22A. Legislative Affairs Minister D Sridhar Babu informed the House that the government has already decided on a short discussion on the issue and appealed to BJP members to cooperate in running the House as per the listed agenda. As the BJP members continued their protest, the Speaker adjourned the House for 15 minutes.

MPSC exam paper leak: Aspirants protest in Pune; Oppn extends support

A large number of MPSC aspirants staged a protest march in Pune on Monday, demanding transparency in the recruitment process and action against the alleged paper leaks and irregularities in various examinations. The protesters demanded the resignation of the Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) chairman and secretary and the immediate appointment of officers with a clean image to the posts. The march began at Omkareshwar Temple Chowk and proceeded to the Pune District Collectorate, where protesters raised demands related to the functioning of the MPSC and examination procedures. NCP (SP) MLA Rohit Pawar and Congress legislator Vishwajit Kadam joined the protesters, extending support to their demands. Pawar said the government must fulfil the protesters' demands. The protesters demanded that the commission provide, within eight days, an explanation on objections raised about the Drug Inspector (Group-B) examination and initiate an inquiry into alleged irregularities. Amo

MPSC exam paper leak: Aspirants protest in Pune; NCP (SP), Cong leaders back agitation

MPSC aspirants marched in Pune demanding transparency and action against alleged paper leaks. They called for the resignation of the MPSC chairman and secretary. Protesters sought an inquiry into the Drug Inspector exam and evaluation errors. They also demanded a forensic audit of examinations and public disclosure of reports.

Saiyami Kher talks about balancing Haiwaan and Pal Bhar Ke Liye promotions with Half Ironman prep; says, Its been a very satisfying phase for me

Saiyami Kher is currently balancing a busy professional schedule with her commitment to endurance sports. After attending the world premiere of Pal Bhar Ke Liye at the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne, the actress returned to India and quickly resumed promotions for Haiwaan, which also stars Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan. Alongside her film commitments, Saiyami continues to train daily for her third Half Ironman Triathlon. The Melbourne premiere was a special experience for the actress, who got the opportunity to present Pal Bhar Ke Liye to an international audience. The film received a warm response from viewers, making the event a memorable part of her ongoing professional journey. Soon after returning, Saiyami stepped into a packed promotional schedule for Haiwaan. Despite her demanding work commitments, the actress has remained focused on her fitness goal. Having already completed two Half Ironman Triathlons, she is preparing for her third and continues with swimming, cycling, running, strength and endurance training. Speaking about this phase, Saiyami Kher said, Its been a very satisfying phase for me because there has been so much happening on both the professional and personal front. The love we received in Melbourne for Pal Bhar Ke Liye was incredibly special. To see the film premiere there and experience the audience response was something I was very grateful for. And then coming back and getting into the Haiwaan promotions with Akshay sir and Saif sir has been equally exciting. Its a packed schedule, but its a schedule Im really enjoying. Saiyami has also made it a point to maintain consistency with her training despite travel, promotions and long working hours. For her, staying committed to the preparation is an important part of working towards the goal she has set for herself. Ive been very particular about staying consistent with my training. Im training every single day, even when the schedule is hectic. Sometimes it means waking up extremely early, sometimes it means finding time after a long day, but I dont want to make my work an excuse to compromise on something Ive committed to. Training for a Half Ironman requires discipline because you have to keep showing up, whether you feel like it or not, she said. For Saiyami, both acting and endurance sport demand patience, consistency and discipline. While the two require different kinds of effort, she finds the experience rewarding in their own ways. There is a lot of discipline involved in both acting and endurance sport. You have to be patient, you have to put in the work consistently and you have to trust the process. Right now, Im getting to experience that in very different ways. Ive just come back from a beautiful experience in Melbourne, Im now promoting Haiwaan, and every day Im also working towards my third Half Ironman. It can be exhausting, but its also incredibly fulfilling, Saiyami added. Also Read : Saiyami Kher and Vikram Phadnis attend IFFM 2026 for Pal Bhar Ke Liye world premiere

Students Demand Action After Tragic Building Collapse in South Delhi

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Justice Sanjay K. Agrawal sworn in as 44th Chief Justice of Rajasthan HC

Jaipur, Sep 7 (IANS) Justice Sanjay K. Agrawal, formerly a judge of the Chhattisgarh High Court, was sworn in as the 44th Chief Justice of the Rajasthan High Court at a ceremony held at Raj Bhavan here on Monday. Rajasthan Governor Haribhau Bagde administered the oath of office in the presence of senior judicial officers, government representatives and top administrative officials. Following the oath-taking ceremony, Justice Agrawal signed the warrant of appointment issued by the Rashtrapati Bhavan, formally completing the process of assuming charge as the new Chief Justice of the Rajasthan High Court. Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma, Deputy Chief Ministers Diya Kumari and Premchand Bairwa, several state ministers and all judges of the Rajasthan High Court attended the ceremony. Rajasthan Chief Secretary V. Srinivas was also present. The ceremony also saw the presence of outgoing Acting Chief Justice Sanjeev Prakash Sharma, whose tenure had been the subject of controversy in recent months. The appointment of Justice Agrawal comes at a significant time for the Rajasthan High Court, following developments surrounding the office of the Acting Chief Justice. With his formal assumption of office, Justice Agrawal will now oversee the judicial and administrative functioning of the Rajasthan High Court. As Chief Justice, he will have a key role in the allocation of judicial responsibilities, administrative supervision and ensuring the smooth functioning of the court. The swearing-in ceremony brought together the state's top political, judicial and administrative leadership, underlining the importance of the change at the helm of the High Court. Justice Agrawal's appointment is expected to usher in a new phase for the Rajasthan High Court, with the new Chief Justice taking charge of the institution's judicial administration and day-to-day functioning. The formal ceremony at Raj Bhavan marked the beginning of Justice Agrawal's tenure as the 44th Chief Justice of the Rajasthan High Court. His appointment assumes added significance as the court moves forward following the recent controversy involving its previous acting leadership. Supreme Court Justice Sandeep Mehta had recently written to the Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant seeking Justice Sharma's transfer out of Rajasthan and appointment of a regular Chief Justice from another High Court. Justice Mehta had raised allegations concerning Justice Sharma's exercise of administrative powers and the listing of cases. The controversy also triggered protests by lawyers at both the Jaipur and Jodhpur benches of the Rajasthan High Court, with lawyers demanding that Justice Sharma be divested of his charge as Acting Chief Justice. Justice Sharma, who is set to retire later this month, has denied the allegations against him.

Delhi HC allows urgent hearing on plea challenging Swatantra Bhardwajs arrest

New Delhi, Sep 7 (IANS) The Delhi High Court will hear on Monday a habeas corpus petition filed by self-styled 'influencer' Swatantra Bhardwaj, who is currently in custody in connection with the alleged assault of the father of a minor activist during a protest at Jantar Mantar. The matter was mentioned before Chief Justice D.K. Upadhyaya by Bhardwaj's counsel, advocate Umesh Sharma, who submitted that the accused has been in custody for the past three days and contended that his arrest was illegal. The High Court allowed the request for urgent listing of the habeas corpus plea for Monday. According to the petition, Bhardwaj's arrest and subsequent custody are unlawful and he should be released forthwith. The plea comes a day after a Delhi court remanded Bhardwaj to one day of judicial custody following the completion of his one-day police custody in connection with the alleged assault. Duty Judicial Magistrate First Class (JMFC) Anjali Singh passed the order after Bhardwaj was produced before the court through video conferencing. The Delhi Police had sought 14 days of judicial custody. However, the court remanded him to judicial custody for one day. Bhardwaj was earlier sent to one day of police custody after being produced before the judge concerned at the Karkardooma Court complex on Saturday. He was detained in Uttar Pradesh's Bulandshahr district on Friday, hours after representatives of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) met senior Delhi Police officials and demanded his immediate arrest. According to the police, Bhardwaj is accused of assaulting Sanjay Kumar, father of a minor protester, during a CJP-led demonstration at Jantar Mantar in July. Delhi Police had earlier said the injuries suffered by Kumar were simple in nature and were caused by a steel bracelet. However, the police later added provisions of the SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act and criminal intimidation to the FIR registered in connection with the alleged assault. The demand for invoking an attempt-to-murder charge was also raised by the CJP, with police stating that the provision would be considered after obtaining an expert medical opinion. A fresh FIR was also registered against Bhardwaj under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act on the complaint of the minor activist, who alleged online rape threats and harassment. The case also invokes relevant provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and the Information Technology Act. Earlier, Bhardwaj's counsel Umesh Sharma had accused the Delhi Police of acting completely outside standard legal procedures in securing his police remand. The established law requires that whenever someone is arrested, they must be produced before the jurisdictional area magistrate within 24 hours. Yesterday, we waited outside the courtroom of the jurisdictional magistrate. Upon discovering that the presiding judge was on leave, we approached the designated link magistrate. However, the police circumvented this by producing him via video conferencing before an entirely different designated SC/ST court and secured a one-day police remand, Sharma had told reporters. The controversy had erupted after a purported viral video in which Bhardwaj allegedly claimed that he had physically assaulted the father of a minor activist during the Jantar Mantar demonstration and allegedly boasted that he was let off because of his political connections. Amid the outrage, Bhardwaj later told the media that he had allegedly acted in self-defence. Union Minister and Lok Janshakti Party-Ram Vilas (LJP-RV) chief, Chirag Paswan, had also said that his name was misused by Bhardwaj in the purported video. Paswan said he had filed an official complaint against Bhardwaj and would ensure justice for the minor victim and her family. The CJP had staged a protest outside the Parliament Street Police Station demanding action against Bhardwaj and seeking the addition of attempt-to-murder, criminal intimidation and SC/ST Act provisions to the case.

Maha Dharna over Jamia Nizamia Waqf land at Raidurg on Sept 13

Hyderabad: The Jamia Nizamia Waqf Land Protection Joint Action Committee (JAC) has announced a Maha Dharna in Hyderabad on September 13, demanding protection of Waqf land belonging to Jamia Nizamia at Raidurg. The protest will be held at Dharna Chowk, Indira Park, from 11 am on Sunday. The JAC has appealed to political leaders, intellectuals, 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 .

Medical Interns in Jammu and Kashmir Stage Hunger Strike Demanding Stipend Increase

Medical interns at SKIMS in Jammu and Kashmir demand a stipend increase and formal written assurance from the administration. Medical Interns in Jammu and Kashmir Stage Hunger Strike Demanding Stipend Increase

Congress Stages Protest Near Indira Park, Demands KCR Resignation

The Congress party staged a protest near Indira Park demanding that former CM K. Chandrashekar Rao resign from his post as MLA, accusing him of remaining absent from the Telangana Assembly.

K'taka HM Kharge questions BJP's silence on KPSC scam accused, rejects calls for his resignation

Bengaluru, Sep 7 (IANS) Karnataka Home Minister, Priyank Kharge, on Monday questioned the BJPs demand for his resignation over the Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC) recruitment irregularities and alleged that the partys leaders had no clear answer when asked why he should step down. He also questioned the BJPs silence over Basavaraj Kannale, one of the key accused in the case and suspended KPSC Chairman Shivashankarappa Sahukar. Kharge has also released arrested BJP leader Basavaraj Kannale's pictures with prominent state party leaders including with Leader of the Opposition R. Ashoka. It can be noted that Minister Kharge is son of AICC President Mallikarjun Kharge. In a post on social media platform X, Kharge said the BJP should answer several questions instead of merely demanding his resignation, asserting that shouting loudly would not conceal the truth. If I ask the BJP leaders who are demanding my resignation why I should resign, they have no clear answer, Kharge said. He questioned the BJPs silence over Basavaraj Kannale, who is one of the key accused in the KPSC scam, and asked why BJP leaders had not spoken about him. It can be noted that Kannale has been arrested by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) and is currently being questioned by CID sleuths. Kharge alleged that Kannale had appeared at official BJP meetings and accompanied BJP leaders on national and international tours. He also claimed that Kannale had been seen receiving the blessings of his Appaji and that BJP leaders had participated in his birthday celebrations. The Minister further alleged that BJP leaders had been seen inaugurating Kannales business ventures and sharing meals with him. Despite all this, the BJP is demanding only my resignation, Kharge said, questioning why BJP leaders were silent over the alleged attempt by Kannale to flee the country. Kharge also questioned the BJPs response to suspended KPSC chairman Shivashankarappa Sahukar. When it comes to suspended KPSC Chairman Shivashankarappa Sahukar, why has their mouth remained shut? he asked. Raising a broader allegation, Kharge asked how much money BJP leaders had taken to facilitate the appointment of people as KPSC members and chairman. And the bigger question: How much money have BJP leaders taken to make people KPSC members and chairman? he asked. Kharge also questioned how many BJP leaders had actually spoken about the KPSC scam or demanded accountability in connection with the case. His remarks came amid the BJP and JD(S) parties mounting pressure on the Karnataka government over the alleged KPSC recruitment scam and its demand for accountability from the government. Union Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy has launched scathing attack on Minister Kharge made direct allegations against him regarding his role in KPSC case.

Vijay accuses DMK of corruption, warns against derogatory remarks on women

Chennai, Sep 7 (IANS) Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay on Monday launched a sharp attack on the opposition DMK, accusing the party and several of its senior leaders of involvement in corruption during their tenure in government. Replying to the debate in the Assembly on demands for grants for the Police Department, Vijay said political criticism was legitimate but warned that derogatory comments against women would not be tolerated. The law would act against anyone making obscene or defamatory remarks about women, he said, amid heated exchanges in the House. The Chief Minister also criticised statements allegedly made by DMK functionaries against people who had not voted for the party. Such remarks, he said, demonstrated a lack of respect for the peoples verdict and were among the reasons the party was now occupying the opposition benches. Turning to corruption allegations, Vijay referred to documents and findings that he said were available in official records and the Assembly library. He cited the 1977 Sarkaria Commission report and alleged irregularities in the Veeranam pipeline project. According to him, commissions had been demanded for awarding contracts, while the office of the Chief Minister was allegedly misused to favour a particular company. Vijay also referred to Enforcement Directorate allegations concerning the collection of money in the name of party funds. He claimed that between 7.5 and 10 per cent had been collected as commission in certain transactions. Former minister V. Senthil Balaji had allegedly misused his official position, he said. The Chief Minister further claimed that officials and people linked to the former minister were involved in the alleged transactions. He also named DMK President M.K. Stalin and party leader Udhayanidhi Stalin while referring to the agencys allegations. However, the accusations cited by Vijay remain allegations and have not been established as findings of guilt by a court. Vijay said the records were extensive and would take nearly two days to read in full, prompting him to present only a summary before the House. He challenged the DMK to respond to the charges instead of demanding evidence that, according to him, was already available in public records. Wrapping up, Vijay said he had entered politics neither for office nor power but to serve the people. Invoking the legacies of C.N. Annadurai, M.G. Ramachandran and N.T. Rama Rao, he asserted that public affection would ultimately prevail over political opposition.

Monsoon session of Telangana Assembly commences on September 7; prohibited properties issue rocks House

BJP members trooped into the Well of the House raising slogans demanding judicial inquiry into land deals.The Speaker adjourned the House for 14 minutes.

India return to AFC U20 Asian Cup after 20 years with 3-0 win vs BAN

India qualified for the AFC U20 Asian Cup main tournament for the first time in 20 years after a commanding 3-0 win over Bangladesh in their final group match of the qualifying event here on Sunday. The win, their second in the qualifiers, took India to six points from three matches. They had to wait for the result of Syria vs Uzbekistan match played later on Sunday to know their fate. With Syria losing 0-3 to Uzbekistan, India finished second in Group B and qualified for the AFC U20 Asian Cup main tournament after 20 years as one of the seven best runners-up teams across the eight groups. India last played in the AFC U20 Asian Cup main tournament in 2006. Uzbekistan also qualified as group toppers with nine points. Syria finished third with three points, and bottom-placed Bangladesh were relegated to the Development Phase after losing all three games. The main tournament will be held in China from March 24 to April 10, 2027. Danny Meitei Laishram opened the scoring in the 25th min

PM Modi Hails India-France Cultural Ties At BAPS Hindu Mandir Inauguration In Paris

Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed the deep cultural ties between India and France while inaugurating the BAPS Swaminarayan Hindu Mandir in Paris. Calling the temple a Yugstambh, or symbol of an era, PM Modi highlighted its significance as a bridge between cultures and communities. The inauguration marked a major moment for the Indian diaspora in France, celebrating Indias spiritual heritage, cultural traditions and the enduring friendship between the two nations.

West Bengal conversion row: Read how locals are pushing back against Christian conversion activities

Instead of remaining silent, locals have begun questioning religious activities taking place in their neighbourhoods, confronting those involved and demanding answers about what is being taught or offered to residents.

Milestone in India-France cultural ties: PM Modi on inauguration of BAPS Swaminarayan Hindu Mandir in Paris

NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday described the inauguration of the BAPS Swaminarayan Hindu Mandir in Paris as a landmark moment in India-France cultural relations, saying the grand temple would enrich Frances cultural diversity while giving fresh momentum to the ties between the two countries. Addressing the gathering through video conference during the []

ETPL 2026: Amsterdam Flames Beat Rotterdam Dockers by 8 Wickets

Amsterdam Flames produced a commanding batting display to chase down 177 and defeat Rotterdam Dockers by eight wickets in Match 17 of the ETPL at Voorburg Cricket Club, Netherlands. The Flames won the toss and elected to bowl, but Rotterdam put together a competitive total of 176 for six. Michael Levitt provided a brisk start with 16 from 14 balls before Tim Pringle removed him, while Faf du Plessis anchored the innings with 60 from 47 balls, striking two fours and four sixes. The Dockers lost wickets at regular intervals, with Vikramjit Singh and Ben McDermott departing cheaply and Heinrich Klaasen making 29 from 19. With Rotterdam at 121 for five after 16.1 overs, the innings appeared set for a moderate finish. David Wiese changed the equation spectacularly. Coming in late, Wiese launched an extraordinary assault, smashing an unbeaten 43 from just 16 balls, including three fours and four sixes. His 41-run stand with Logan van Beek from just 16 balls propelled Rotterdam to 176 for six, giving the Flames a challenging target. Michael Bracewell was the pick of the Amsterdam bowlers, finishing with 3/30 from four overs, while Aryan Dutt and Tim Pringle claimed one wicket apiece. The response, however, quickly shifted the momentum towards Amsterdam. Steven Smith struck two boundaries in a four-ball nine before David Wiese dismissed him in the second over. Yuvraj Samra then added 25 from 18 balls, including a four and two sixes, before Ben Manenti removed him at 65 for two. From there, Bas de Leede and Tim David took complete control. De Leede played the anchor role with an unbeaten 69 from 50 balls, hitting seven fours and a six. David provided the acceleration, finishing unbeaten on 68 from 35 balls, with five fours and four sixes. The pair added 113 runs from 68 balls, turning what had looked like a demanding chase into a comfortable pursuit. The Flames entered the final three overs needing 23 runs from 18 balls, with Bas de Leede and Tim David well set at the crease. They needed only four deliveries to finish the chase, reaching 178 for two in 17.4 overs and completing an eight-wicket victory with 14 balls to spare. The result gives Amsterdam Flames another important victory in their campaign, with their chase built around the composed partnership between de Leede and David. After Rotterdam had posted 176, the Flames maintained the required rate throughout the second innings and ensured the target was reached without further damage. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories For Rotterdam, David Wiese's explosive 43 from 16 balls had given them late momentum after Faf du Plessis' 60, but the Dockers were unable to defend their total as Amsterdam's batting unit remained in control during the chase.

'System has failed': ABVP, NSUI protest over Satya Niketan building collapse, demand accountability

The Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP) and the National Students' Union of India (NSUI) on Monday held protests over the Satya Niketan building collapse in the national capital, demanding accountability and action against those responsible.

IIT Mandi's 'varna system' poster sparks debate over caste, institute orders inquiry

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Three SME IPOs to list today: Ashutosh Fibre, Shanti Inorganics see GMPs above 60%

Investor interest is particularly strong in the two NSE SME issues, with Ashutosh Fibre and Shanti Inorganics commanding healthy grey market premiums (GMPs) ahead of their listings.

Mumbai: Andheri police crack fake Income Tax raid case, arrest five accused

Andheri cops bust gang posing as Income Tax and Crime Branch officials, demanding R1 crore from businessman

8 injured in Poonch accident, 2 referred to GMC Rajouri

Poonch, Sep 6: Eight people were injured after a Tata Sumo bearing registration number JK12 6075 met with a road accident in Dunugam area of Mandi tehsil in Poonch district on Sunday. According to reports, the vehicle went off the road and fell considerably below the road near the bank of a river. Following the accident, local residents launched a rescue operation and shifted all the injured to Sub-District Hospital Mandi, where they were provided first aid. The injured were later referred to District Hospital Poonch for further treatment. At the hospital, two of the injured were referred to Government Medical College (GMC) Rajouri for specialised treatment, while the remaining six are undergoing treatment at DH Poonch. The injured have been identified as Imtiaz Ahmed (18), Abdul Hamid (25), Mohammad Asif (17), Mohammad Shadi (23), Zahid Hussain (17), Habib Dar (80), Sheraz Ahmed (19), and Ikhlaq Ahmed (17). Police personnel also reached the spot and assisted in the rescue operation. Further details regarding the circumstances leading to the accident are awaited.

DC Rajouri reviews progress of digital crop survey under AgriStack

Rajouri, Sep 6: Deputy Commissioner Rajouri Abhishek Sharma on Sunday chaired a meeting to review the progress of the Digital Crop Survey (DCS) being conducted under AgriStack framework in the district. During the meeting, the Deputy Commissioner took a detailed assessment of the progress achieved by the concerned departments and reviewed the status of field-level data collection and other related activities. The Digital Crop Survey (DCS) is an initiative of the Government of India under the AgriStack framework, aimed at creating a verified and reliable digital database of farm plots, crops sown and farmer-related information. The initiative seeks to facilitate better agricultural planning, improve delivery of farmer-centric services and ensure effective implementation of various government schemes. The DC stressed upon the concerned officers to ensure accurate, comprehensive and timely collection and updation of data. He directed them to closely monitor the field-level progress, identify and address bottlenecks promptly and ensure achievement of the assigned targets within the stipulated timelines. He further emphasised the need for close coordination among all stakeholders to ensure smooth and effective implementation of the Digital Crop Survey across the district. The meeting was attended by ADDC Malikzada Sheraz Ul Haq; ADC Ravi Kumar Sihag; ADC Kalakote Mohammad Tanvir; ADC Nowshera Pritam Lal Thapa; ADC Sunderbani Ramkesh Sharma; ADC Koteranka Dil Mir; ACR Mohd Jahangir Khan; SDM Thanamandi Abid Hussain Shah; CAO Rajesh Verma; Tehsildars and other concerned officers.

SKIMS Bemina MBBS interns to begin hunger strike from today

Intern doctors of the MBBS Batch 2021 at the SKIMS Medical College have announced intensification of their ongoing protest demanding hike in stipend. They will begin a hunger strike from Monday after repeated assurances and discussions with the administration have allegedly failed to yield results. After no formal written order regarding revision of their internship stipend was issued even as the J&K-wide strike completed a week, the protesting intern doctors said they had decided to escalate their agitation. In a post on X, Mohammad Akib Javid, Joint Secretary AIMSA J&K Wing wrote that due to the continued failure of dialogue with the authorities to provide a written and formal order addressing their demands, this step was being taken. The doctors are seeking a monthly internship stipend of Rs 30,000. They have insisted that any assurance regarding the revision must be backed by an official written order. This step is being taken after repeated discussions and assurances failed to culminate in a formal written order regarding the revision of our internship stipend, the post read. They maintained that their stand was clear as No written order meant o end to the protest. The hunger strike, they said, would continue until an order addressing their demands is issued. They have also demanded that the process is expedited. The intern doctors have appealed to the SKIMS administration and other concerned authorities to immediately take cognisance of the issue. They have sought an end to impasse through an official written order. We seek dialogue. We seek justice. We seek a written order, the protesting doctors have said.

Duleep Trophy final: Kishan's hundred leads East's run glut on day-1

Skipper Ishan Kishan struck a flowing unbeaten 111, leading East Zone to a commanding 385 for four against a sloppy South Zone on the opening day of the Duleep Trophy final here on Sunday. Kishan (14x4, 1x6) and Kumar Kushagra (63) were batting at stumps, and the fifth wicket pair has so far added 144 runs in just 26.4 overs. The other contributors were teen phenom Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (44, 37b), Abhimanyu Easwaran (72), and Shikhar Mohan (85). Kishan, who completed 4000 first-class runs, merged aggression and composure to a nicety in his 135-ball knock, and raised 94 runs for the fourth wicket with Mohan. It came at an important juncture too when East were in trouble, the only time in the first innings so far, at 147 for three. South could have had their rivals in a far deeper predicament but Kishan and Mohan averted the disaster on a pitch that remained true the whole day. Kishans was a complete innings, sending the ball to all parts of the field through powerful pulls and imperious drives through the covers. The left-hander reached his fifty in 71 balls and then the next 50 came off 51 balls, completing his 10th first-class hundred. Kishan reached the landmark with a driven four off Shreyas Gopal, who was playing in his 100th first-class match. At the other end, Mohan has a solid presence, showing a lot more maturity than his tender 21 years. The feature of his innings was the judgment he showed to leave the ball outside off-stump. There was not even one single play and miss in his innings. But his fifty was not all about defence as Mohan carted off-spinner Tripurana Vijay for a six and two fours in one over to showcase his range. Just as he was nearing a well-deserved hundred, Mohan chopped left-arm pacer CV Milind, who replaced an injured Vidwath Kaverappa, on to his stumps. In fact, it was the Easts first innings story in a nutshell, batters getting dismissed before the innings reached the full bloom. Easwaran, who is often dubbed as an obdurate batter, looked in complete control, and at times even outpaced Sooryavanshi. They milked 100 runs for the opening wicket in just 14.overs and East seldom let that momentum slip. Sooryavanshi would curse himself for playing a rather reckless pull off Milind for substitute Tanay Thayagarajan to offer a simple catch in the deep. It, perhaps, was the first time South bowlers tested the young left-hander with a short-pitched ball and it yielded instant results. The whole sequence will teach the Bihar youngster to show more patience in the middle, particularly when nearly 10,000 spectators thronged the MA Chidambaram Stadium to watch the latest wonder kid in cricket. Kushagra too played with determination as South withered under a barrage of runs. Nothing more revealed the plight of South than the sight of lead pacer Mohammad Siraj going through three colourless spells. The India quick's outing on the day read 5-0-41-0, 5-1-24-0 and 4-0-31-0 for an overall reading of 14-1-96-0. Siraj was clobbered around by Sooryavanshi (6, 4, 4), Easwaran (4, 4), Kushagra (6, 4) as the Hyderabad man struggled to make an impact. He can partly blame a flat pitch for his ineffectiveness, but there was no real attempt from his side to alter the course of the happenings.

Eight injured after Tata Sumo falls off road in Poonch

Poonch, Sep 06: Eight people were injured after a Tata Sumo bearing registration number JK12 6075 met with a road accident in the Dunugam area of Mandi tehsil in Poonch district on Sunday. According to reports, the vehicle went off the road and fell considerably below the road near the bank of a river. Following the accident, local residents launched a rescue operation and shifted all the injured to Sub-District Hospital Mandi, where they were provided first aid. The injured were later referred to District Hospital Poonch for further treatment. At the hospital, two of the injured were subsequently referred to Government Medical College (GMC) Rajouri for specialised treatment, while the remaining six are undergoing treatment at District Hospital Poonch. The injured have been identified as Imtiaz Ahmed (18), Abdul Hamid (25), Mohammad Asif (17), Mohammad Shadi (23), Zahid Hussain (17), Habib Dar (80), Sheraz Ahmed (19), and Ikhlaq Ahmed (17). Police personnel also reached the spot and assisted in the rescue operation.

CJP demands accountability over South Delhi hostel collapse; Dipke questions PM

How long must students be made to pay the price for failing infrastructure? Abhijeet Dipke asked, demanding safe classrooms, hostels, and basic dignity for students.

AAP on back foot in Punjab as govt employees escalate stir months ahead of assembly polls

Punjab government employees and pensioners are intensifying protests over pending Dearness Allowance arrears. They are demanding the implementation of the Old Pension Scheme and other service-related issues. Protests include gheraoing ministers' residences and a statewide maha rally planned for October. A two-day mass leave is scheduled for October, which will halt government operations. This agitation impacts nearly 3.8 million voters, posing a challenge for the ruling Aam Aadmi Party.

PM Modi hails consecration of BAPS Swaminarayan Temple in Paris as milestone for India-France cultural ties

New Delhi/Paris, Sep 6 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday extended his heartfelt congratulations on the consecration of the Bochasanwasi Shri Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha BAPS Swaminarayan Hindu Mandir near Paris, describing it as a significant addition to India's cultural presence in Europe and a new chapter in India-France relations. Today, in the capital of France, Paris, A magnificent Swaminarayan temple is being inaugurated. This inauguration is a new era of cultural relations between India and France the stage of this inauguration has become the stage of awakening of the feeling of 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam'. By the grace of Lord Swami Narayan, and the love of our saints, the blessings of the saints, it is my good fortune that I always get the opportunity to join such auspicious occasions. Even today, although I am not present among all of you in Paris, but with my mind and heart, I am experiencing myself among you, PM Modi said in a video message. He recalled that in 2024, a 'magnificent' temple was inaugurated in Abu Dhabi, and thousands of people visit it now. Through BAPS, when temples are inaugurated in different countries, the ancient thoughts of India and human values also go hand in hand.....when such a magnificent temple has been built in France, this will enhance the diversity of France. This will also give energy to the cultural relations between India and France, PM Modi highlighted Addressing the gathering virtually, the Prime Minister said that although he was not physically present in Paris, he felt deeply connected to the auspicious occasion. He recalled the vision of the late Pramukh Swami Maharaj, who had initiated a global campaign to revive India's cultural and spiritual heritage. Today its light is spreading across the world, including Europe, PM Modi said, noting that the grand temple inaugurated in Abu Dhabi in 2024 and the newly consecrated temple in France stand as testimony to the determination of the saints. The BAPS Swaminarayan Hindu Mandir in Bussy-Saint-Georges, Seine-et-Marne, is France's first traditionally designed stone Hindu temple and is regarded as the largest of its kind in mainland Europe. Built with intricately carved stones from India and assembled with French engineering expertise, the temple was consecrated by BAPS spiritual leader Mahant Swami Maharaj as part of a 13-day Festival of Culture. Prime Minister Modi congratulated BAPS, the Swaminarayan institutions and crores of devotees. He said the consecration of such temples abroad celebrates India's ancient thoughts and human values. This will also energise the cultural relations between India and France, he remarked. Highlighting the strong bilateral partnership and friendship with French President Emmanuel Macron, PM Modi recalled that India and France have elevated their ties to a 'Special Global Strategic Partnership' covering defence, technology, space and climate action. He referred to shared history, including the sacrifices of Indian soldiers in France, the writings of Romain Rolland on Ramakrishna Paramhansa and Swami Vivekananda, the influence of the Mother at the Aurobindo Ashram, and the popularity of Yoga in France, exemplified by celebrations near the Eiffel Tower. The Prime Minister expressed confidence that the new temple, built in the spirit of devotion and service, would become a centre for community service projects and that the voice of Indian culture emanating from it would resonate across Europe. He said that he looked forward to visiting the temple whenever time permitted. PM Modi concluded by offering his respectful greetings to all guests, devotees and families present on the occasion.

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Kangana Ranaut, Himachal Minister Clash Over Mandi Development

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Odisha Matric Toppers Honored with Rs 1 Lakh Gopabandhu Das Scholarship

Two students who jointly secured the top rank in this years Matriculation examination were felicitated with the Utkalmani Pandit Gopabandhu Das Education, Self-Respect and Sacrifice Scholarship-2026 at a ceremony held in Bhubaneswar. The joint toppers, Ashutosh Nayak of KC Saraswati Shishu Vidya Mandir (Sora, Baleshwar) and Parthasarathi Mahanta of Saraswati Shishu Vidya Mandir (Baripada), were [] The post Odisha Matric Toppers Honored with Rs 1 Lakh Gopabandhu Das Scholarship appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Reports of privatisation baseless and incorrect: ISRO

Major employee associations of ISRO wrote to ISRO Chairman V Narayanan demanding urgent clarification

ISRO says remains at centre of Indias space programme, refutes media reports as baseless

New Delhi, Sep 6 (IANS) The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) on Sunday issued a clarification regarding media reports on its role amid space sector reforms, saying it remains at the centre of Indias space programme, leading national efforts in advanced research, strategic capabilities, human space-flight, next-generation launch technologies, the Bharatiya Antariksh Station and lunar and planetary exploration, while a wider Indian ecosystem provides the scale needed to realise Indias 'Space Vision 2047'. In a detailed post on X, the space agency said there has been considerable reporting in parts of the media around the future role of ISRO including speculations and misinformation that there is an attempt to privatise ISRO or reduce its role. These assertions are completely baseless and incorrect. We wish to categorically state that ISRO will neither be privatised nor will its importance be diminished. ISRO will continue to remain Indias principal institution for advanced space research and technology development, national and strategic missions, space science and exploration, and critical and frontier space capabilities, said the space agency. The participation of private sector in space is not about reducing ISROs role. It is about enabling ISRO to focus even more strongly on the next generation of Indias space programme, while industry scales mature technologies and capabilities. What is changing is not the importance of ISRO, but the scale and structure of Indias space ecosystem, it noted. The space-sector reforms initiated since 2020 and institutionalised through the Indian Space Policy 2023, along with progressive liberalisation of FDI policy, aim to create a larger, stronger and globally competitive Indian space ecosystem. ISRO said that industry, start-ups and academia are being enabled to participate across the space value chain, complementing and multiplying ISROs capabilities. The reforms should therefore be seen as ecosystem expansion and capability multiplication, not privatisation. As Indias industrial and technological capabilities have grown, mature and scalable activities can increasingly be undertaken by Indian industry. ISRO has already transferred around multiple technologies to industry. Transferring a mature technology does not mean ISRO is withdrawing from that domain, said the space agency. It enables large-scale production, commercialisation, innovation and access to global markets while allowing ISROs scientific and technical manpower to concentrate on advanced research, next-generation technologies and complex national missions. The transition is, therefore, towards an ISRO-led national space ecosystem. ISROs role will progressively strengthen in areas where its scientific expertise matters most: frontier R&D, advanced technologies, human spaceflight, next-generation launch systems, deep-space and planetary missions and strategic national capabilities. It will continue developing cutting-edge technologies, including advanced payloads for communication, navigation and Earth observation, sensors, propulsion systems and other critical technologies, the X post elaborated. Meanwhile, mature and routinely manufactured systems can increasingly be scaled through industry. Production of mature launch vehicles, routine satellites and other established systems can increasingly be undertaken by industry or PSUs through appropriate competitive processes. This allows ISRO to devote more resources and scientific manpower to the next generation of technologies and missions, while the wider ecosystem provides the investment, manufacturing capacity and scale required by an expanding national space programme, it said. Indias ambitions include establishing the Bharatiya Antariksh Station by 2035, undertaking an Indian crewed mission to the Moon by 2040, developing next-generation and reusable launch systems, pursuing sustained lunar and planetary exploration, and establishing India as a major global space power. These are technologically demanding missions that require ISRO to remain focused on advanced research and capabilities that cannot simply be substituted by commercial activity. The objective is, therefore. to enable industry to scale mature capabilities while ISRO pushes India towards the next technological frontier, said ISRO. The emergence of a vibrant private space ecosystem is already one of the major outcomes of 2020 space reforms. From only a handful of Indian space startups in 2020, India today has more than 450 startups, working across launch vehicles, satellites, propulsion, ground systems, Earth observation, communications and space applications. Indias space economy is presently estimated at around $8.4 billion, still a relatively small share of the rapidly expanding global space economy. India aims to increase its share of the global space market to $44 billion by 2033. That scale cannot be achieved through government resources and ISROs manpower alone. It requires private capital, industrial capacity, entrepreneurship and global market access, explained ISRO.

IAF to display famous Dolphin Leap and Spot Stall Turn manoeuvres at airshow in Egypt

Cairo, Sep 6 (IANS) The Sarang Helicopter Display Team of the Indian Air Force (IAF) will display its famous Dolphin Leap manoeuvre and also present a new manoeuvre called the Spot Stall Turn at the 2nd edition of the EI Alamein International Airshow at EI Alamein International Airport in Egypt, the Ministry of Defence said on Sunday. The team reached Egypt to participate in the airshow, which is scheduled to be held from September 8 to 10. The IAF Sarang team is the world's only five-helicopter display team. The team will showcase precision, professionalism and flying skills through a series of meticulously choreographed displays. This marks another significant milestone in international engagements by the Indian Air Force, reflecting growing defence and diplomatic ties between India and Egypt, the Ministry of Defence said. Flying the indigenously designed and manufactured Advanced Light Helicopter (ALH) Dhruv, the Sarang team is renowned for its demanding formation manoeuvres, close-proximity flying and synchronised aerial sequences, it added. The Ministry also said that the display highlights not only the exceptional skill and discipline of its pilots but also the capabilities of India's indigenous aerospace industry. According to the Ministry, the team's participation will provide an opportunity for spectators and aviation enthusiasts from across the world to witness the versatility and agility of the ALH Dhruv while witnessing the bold spirit of the Indian Air Force. The El Alamein International Airshow brings together leading Air Forces as well as professionals in the aerospace, defence, and space sectors from around the world. The Sarang display over Egyptian skies will add a distinctive dimension to the event, besides strengthening ties with other international teams from across the world, the Ministry added. On Tuesday, the Indian Embassy in Egypt said that the aerial display by the Sarang Helicopter Display Team will be a major highlight of the El Alamein Air Show, highlighting India's growing defence capabilities and the depth of India-Egypt defence cooperation. The Indian Embassy in Egypt hosted an event on India-Egypt defence collaboration and participation in the El Alamein Air Show, highlighting India's growing defence capabilities and the depth of India-Egypt defence cooperation, the Embassy said on social media platform X. The aerial display by the Sarang Helicopter Display Team will be a major highlight of the airshow. The Commander and Pilots of the Sarang Display Team joined the press conference and spoke about the Advanced Light Helicopter used for the display and on their participation at the 2nd edition of the El Alamein International Airshow, it added.

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France: Consecration ceremony of BAPS Hindu temple concludes, Mahant Swami Maharaj offers first prayers

Paris, Sep 6 (IANS) The murti-pratishtha (consecration ceremony) of Frances first traditional Hindu mandir was joyously celebrated across the city, as the temple officially opened its doors to all visitors and worshippers. The momentous occasion witnessed the gracious presence of swamis, devotees, and numerous distinguished dignitaries from across Europe, North America, Africa, Australia, and Asia. Early this morning, the auspicious murti-pratishtha rituals were performed by the revered Mahant Swami Maharaj, the spiritual leader of BAPS, amidst chanting of sacred Vedic verses. The temple, built in accordance with ancient Indian architecture and traditional Vedic Shilpashastras, harmoniously integrates modern French engineering and building techniques. Over the course of the 13-day inaugural festival, visitors and delegates from more than 40 countriesincluding India, the United States, Canada, Africa, Australia and Englandgathered to participate in the historic celebrations. Murti-Pratishtha Rituals and Mandir Inauguration Senior swamis commenced Mahapuja rituals with chanting of Vedic mantras, wherein the murtis of Akshar-Purushottam Maharaj, Ghanshyam Maharaj, Radha-Krishna Bhagwan, Sita-Ram Bhagwan with Lakshmanji and Hanumanji Maharaj, Parvati-Shankar Bhagwan with Kartikeyaji and Ganeshji Maharaj, Padmavati Venkateshwar Bhagwan, Ayyappa Swamiji, Nilkanth Varni Maharaj (the form of Bhagwan Swaminarayan) and the Guru Parampara were ceremonially consecrated. After the consecration of murtis (murti pratishtha), BAPS spiritual head Mahant Swami Maharaj offered the first prayers at the temple for the preservation of mutual love and harmony among all religions, global peace and the well-being of all. Historic Nagar Yatra Prior to the consecration ceremony, a grand Nagar Yatra was organised through the city of Paris, showcasing a spectacle of music, art, and devotional presentations. Along with dancers dressed in traditional costumes, 14 beautifully decorated floats brought India's artistic and spiritual traditions to life. The beautifully adorned murtisthe divine forms of Hindu deitieswere taken along prominent and special routes. Passing through the world-renowned Eiffel Tower and Ecole Militaire, this Nagar Yatra culminated at Place de la Concorde. This spiritual procession began a new chapter of love and harmony of Indian culture and Hinduism in France. The Mandirs Journey of Construction The vision to construct a grand mandir in Paris was pledged by Guru Yogi ji Maharaj in 1970. Subsequently, the globally revered Pramukh Swami Maharaj, during his spiritual visits abroad, nurtured his Guru's vision on numerous occasions and laid the foundation of Satsang in France. In 2021, the Bhumi Pujan of the mandir was performed in the presence of senior swamis, and the Shilanyas ceremony was completed in 2022. The construction of the mandir was completed in 2026. This mandir, spreading over an area of 5,000 square metres, features five shikhars, 10 large domes, 20 carved pillars, 120 gavakshas, 49 sculpted charitra figures, and four decorated chhatris. On its upper level is a traditional mandir, and at the base, a beautiful Haveli has been built as a cultural centre. In its construction, marble sourced from countries such as India, Italy, Greece and Vietnam, along with Gwalior sandstone, has been used. The first traditional Hindu mandir built in France will serve as a medium to introduce people to Indian culture and will inspire everyone with the message of global well-being, said the temple in an official statement.

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