FBI Will Arrest Voters?: Blumenthal Torches Kash Patel Over Midterms; Shock Answer Follows

Sen. Richard Blumenthal pressed FBI Director Kash Patel over whether the bureau would stay out of election interference during the midterms, demanding what he called an unequivocal, clear, unambiguous commitment.Blumenthal said he was dissatisfied with Patels response and warned against any FBI role that could be perceived as influencing the election. The tense exchange added another flashpoint to Patels contentious Senate oversight hearing, where lawmakers repeatedly questioned the FBI chief over political independence and Donald Trumps influence on the bureau.

Punjab Congress Protests Against Finance Minister Cheema in Chandigarh

Congress leaders, led by Sachin Pilot, staged a protest in Chandigarh demanding the resignation of Finance Minister Harpal Cheema. Punjab Congress Protests Against Finance Minister Cheema in Chandigarh

Court to Hear PIL Demanding Halt to Madurantakam-Dharapuram By-elections

A public interest petition seeks to delay by-elections in Madurantakam and Dharapuram, questioning resignations of lawmakers for political reasons. Court to Hear PIL Demanding Halt to Madurantakam-Dharapuram By-elections

Delhi: Student body KYS gives memorandum to Jesus and Mary College principal over hostel facilities

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 16 (IANS) Representatives of students' organisation Krantikari Yuva Sangathan (KYS), along with the students of Jesus and Mary College, gave a memorandum to the college principal Molly K.A demanding hostel facilities for needy outstation students, a statement said. Bhim Kumar, member of KYS Delhi State Committee, said on Tuesday that the delegation was led by the organisation's activists Mudita and Amrita. He added that the submission of memorandum on Tuesday was a part of a wider campaign launched by the KYS to demand adequate hostel facilities for students in the wake of the Satya Niketan building collapse tragedy on September 6 which claimed seven lives. During the meeting with the principal, the students also apprised KYS about surveillance of women students through the CCTVs in classrooms. This is unprecedented and exists nowhere else in Delhi University. Such an anti-women practice, that too by a college administration, is condemnable, the statement said, adding that the KYS will take up this issue with the college administration in the coming days. The delegation later also met the Maitreyi College Principal Haritma Chopra and submitted a memorandum. The Satya Niketan tragedy is not merely an isolated incident of a building collapse. It has exposed a much larger and long-standing problem of non-provision of hostel facilities in colleges, the statement said. In the absence of hostel facilities, students are compelled to live in rented rooms and paying-guest accommodations, often in unsafe buildings and insecure neighbourhoods, it added. They (students) are often subject to harassment, arbitrary restrictions and exploitative behaviour from landlords and PG owners. Women students are particularly affected, as they, apart from unsafe buildings, have to face daily harassment from landlords in insecure neighbourhoods, it said. The KYS, in the meetings with Principals, demanded that the college administrations take immediate concrete steps towards providing hostel facilities for needy outstation students. The KYS said that it is going to step up its campaign for hostels for needy outstation students across DU and other higher education institutions in Delhi. The organisation will also take up the issue of surveillance of women students in Jesus and Mary College, the statement said.

Air India Board clears all decks as new chief Tewolde Gebremariam enters the cockpit

Air India's board met to discuss operational priorities and remuneration for incoming CEO Tewolde Gebremariam. Outgoing CEO Campbell Wilson presented the airline's current operational position and progress made. Chairman N Chandrasekaran outlined expectations for the new leadership's focus on reliability and execution. Gebremariam will now lead the airline's demanding turnaround stage and integration efforts. The board also acknowledged Wilson's contributions to Air India's transformational journey.

iPhone 16 Pro vs. iPhone 18 Pro Buyer

Apple last week announced the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max, arriving two years after the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max. Skipping a generation means makes for a bigger upgrade, with more than 50 differences between the 2024 and 2026 models. Most of the visible change arrived in between, with the iPhone 17 Pro replacing the titanium frame and glass back with an aluminum unibody and Ceramic Shield 2, adding vapor chamber cooling, and upgrading both the telephoto and front cameras. This year's update is largely focused on internal changes, centering on the A20 Pro chip, a variable-aperture Main camera, a smaller Dynamic Island , and a battery capacity increase that delivers the largest jump in battery life in the iPhone's history. For iPhone 16 Pro owners, the two sets of changes stack on top of each other. The iPhone 18 Pro starts at $1,199 for 256GB, $200 more than the iPhone 16 Pro's $999 launch price, although the entry storage tier has doubled from 128GB. Apple no longer sells the iPhone 16 Pro directly, so any comparison now involves either a device you already own or a third-party listing. Here's everything that differs between the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro: Design and Display iPhone 16 Pro (2024) iPhone 18 Pro (2026) Titanium frame with full glass back Aluminum unibody with partial Ceramic Shield back 8.25mm thickness 8.75mm thickness Glass rounded square camera bump Full-width rounded rectangle aluminum camera plateau Ceramic Shield front Ceramic Shield 2 front with 3x better scratch resistance Fingerprint-resistant oleophobic coating only Apple-designed anti-reflective display coating to reduce glare 2,000 nits peak display brightness (outdoor) 3,000 nits peak display brightness (outdoor) 2x better outdoor contrast Dynamic Island supports up to two simultaneous Live Activities Smaller Dynamic Island, supports up to three simultaneous Live Activities iPhone 16 Pro : Weighs 7.03 ounces (199 grams) iPhone 16 Pro Max : Weighs 7.99 ounces (227 grams) iPhone 18 Pro : Weighs 7.44 ounces (211 grams) iPhone 18 Pro Max : Weighs 8.78 ounces (249 grams) Available in White, Black, Natural, and Desert Available in Silver, Black, Glacier, and Burgundy Chip, Performance, and Connectivity iPhone 16 Pro (2024) iPhone 18 Pro (2026) A18 Pro chip A20 Pro chip Built with TSMC's N3E process ( 3nm ) Built with TSMC's N2 process (2nm), Apple's first 2nm smartphone chip 6-core CPU with 2 performance cores and 4 efficiency cores 6-core CPU with 2 super cores and 4 efficiency cores 60GB/s memory bandwidth ~115GB/s memory bandwidth 8GB RAM 12GB RAM 6-core GPU 7-core GPU with Neural Accelerators 16-core Neural Engine Dual 16-core Neural Engine (32 total cores) Vapor chamber cooling with 3x more surface area than the iPhone 17 Pro New chip packaging that places silicon die beside memory, allowing it to attach directly to the vapor chamber Qualcomm Snapdragon X71 modem iPhone 18 Pro : Apple C2 modem in all countries iPhone 18 Pro Max : Apple C2 modem in all countries except the U.S., where it uses a Qualcomm modem Broadcom Wi-Fi and Bluetooth chip Apple N1 chip for Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and Thread Bluetooth 5.3 connectivity Bluetooth 6 connectivity Rear Camera iPhone 16 Pro (2024) iPhone 18 Pro (2026) 12-megapixel Telephoto camera 48-megapixel Fusion Telephoto camera 0.5x, 1x, 2x, and 5x optical zoom options 0.5x, 1x, 2x, 4x, and 8x optical zoom options Fixed /1.78 aperture on the 48-megapixel Fusion Main camera Variable-aperture 48-megapixel Fusion Main camera with four stops: /1.48, /1.8, /2.8, and /4.0, using six laser-cut blades API available for developers to control the aperture range within their own apps Faster Night mode, tied to the new variable-aperture lens Pro controls in the Camera app: manual lens aperture, shutter speed, white balance, and histogram New sensor and computational imaging pipeline on the Fusion Main camera, delivering around 50% better low-light performance and more detail in the back of group photos Photographic Styles 2, adjusting tone and color Photographic Styles 3, adding texture and grain controls alongside tone and color Smart focus tracking Cinematic mode recording up to 4K Dolby Vision at 30 fps Cinematic mode recording up to 4K Dolby Vision at 60 fps Cinematic mode effects can be applied after capture, on video shot at up to 60 fps Improved low-light video Time-lapse video recording with stabilization, up to 4K Dolby Vision Apple Reference Image (Main camera only) Audio Mix Audio Mix with new algorithms for higher-quality voices, and the ability to isolate music ProRes RAW capture support Genlock support Front Camera iPhone 16 Pro (2024) iPhone 18 Pro (2026) 12-megapixel TrueDepth camera 18-megapixel TrueDepth camera Tap to zoom Tap to zoom and rotate Center Stage Ultra-stabilized video Dual Capture (up to 4K Dolby Vision at 30 fps) Photographic Styles 2, adjusting tone and color Photographic Styles 3, adding texture and grain controls alongside tone and color Smart focus tracking Cinematic mode effects can be applied after capture Improved low-light video Time-lapse video recording with stabilization, up to 4K Dolby Vision Battery and Charging iPhone 16 Pro (2024) iPhone 18 Pro (2026) iPhone 16 Pro : 3,582 mAh battery iPhone 16 Pro Max : 4,685 mAh battery iPhone 18 Pro : 4,056 mAh battery iPhone 18 Pro Max : 5,391 mAh battery iPhone 16 Pro : Up to 27 hours of video playback iPhone 16 Pro Max : Up to 33 hours of video playback iPhone 18 Pro : Up to 36 hours of video playback iPhone 18 Pro Max : Up to 45 hours of video playback iPhone 16 Pro : Up to 50% charge in 30 minutes with a 20W adapter or higher iPhone 16 Pro Max : Up to 50% charge in 35 minutes with a 20W adapter or higher Up to 50% charge in around 15 minutes with a 60W-capable adapter iPhone 16 Pro : MagSafe wireless charging up to 22W with a 30W adapter or higher iPhone 16 Pro Max : MagSafe wireless charging up to 25W with a 30W adapter or higher MagSafe wireless charging up to 25W, reaching 50% charge in 30 minutes with a 35W adapter or higher Storage and Pricing iPhone 16 Pro (2024) iPhone 18 Pro (2026) iPhone 16 Pro : Available with 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, or 1TB storage iPhone 16 Pro Max : Available with 256GB, 512GB, or 1TB storage Available with 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, or 2TB storage iPhone 16 Pro : Launched at $999 (128GB), $1,099 (256GB), $1,299 (512GB), $1,499 (1TB) iPhone 16 Pro Max : Launched at $1,199 (256GB), $1,399 (512GB), $1,599 (1TB) iPhone 18 Pro : $1,199 (256GB), $1,399 (512GB), $1,799 (1TB), $2,399 (2TB) iPhone 18 Pro Max : $1,299 (256GB), $1,499 (512GB), $1,899 (1TB), $2,499 (2TB) Now discontinued, only available via third-parties iPhone 18 Pro : Sold directly by Apple, from $49.95 a month for 24 months via Apple Upgrade iPhone 18 Pro Max : Sold directly by Apple, from $54.12 a month for 24 months via Apple Upgrade Which to Choose? For iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max owners, the iPhone 18 Pro is a worthwhile upgrade, and a far easier recommendation than it is for anyone coming from last year's model . Two generations of changes accumulate, touching almost every part of the device: an all-new aluminum unibody with Ceramic Shield 2 and three times better scratch resistance, a display that is 50% brighter outdoors at 3,000 nits and features an anti-reflective coating the iPhone 16 Pro lacks entirely, and a battery that runs for 36 hours rather than 27, rising from 33 hours to 45 hours on the Pro Max. Charging has changed most dramatically of all, dropping from 50% in 30 minutes to 50% in around 15 minutes. The camera differences are also major. The telephoto camera moves from 12 megapixels at 5x to 48 megapixels with 4x and 8x optical options, the front camera jumps from 12 megapixels to 18 megapixels and gains Center Stage and ultra-stabilized video, and the Main camera trades its fixed /1.78 aperture for a four-stop variable aperture ranging from /1.48 to /4.0. Add ProRes RAW, Genlock, Dual Capture, Cinematic mode at 60 fps, and manual Pro controls, and the iPhone 18 Pro is a substantially different camera system. Performance is the other argument for upgrading, particularly if you have noticed your iPhone 16 Pro throttling. The A20 Pro moves to a 2nm process, gains a seventh GPU core with Neural Accelerators, and doubles the Neural Engine to 32 cores, while the vapor chamber that the iPhone 16 Pro lacks entirely is now in its second generation. If you play demanding games, shoot long video clips, or expect to lean on on-device Apple Intelligence features for several more years, the extra 4GB of RAM and the doubled Neural Engine make the iPhone 18 Pro the more future-proof purchase. That being said, the price has moved against you. The iPhone 18 Pro costs $200 more than the iPhone 16 Pro did at launch, even accounting for the doubled 256GB entry tier, and the iPhone 18 Pro Max is $100 more than its equivalent. The iPhone 18 Pro Max is also 22 grams heavier than the iPhone 16 Pro Max, which is noticeable in the hand, although it buys you the largest battery gain Apple has ever delivered on an iPhone and the option of a 2TB device. A notable exception arises if you are upgrading primarily for the design, the telephoto camera, or the battery. Almost all of those enhancements arrived with the iPhone 17 Pro rather than this year's model, so an iPhone 17 Pro bought from a third-party retailer at a heavy discount will get you most of the way there for meaningfully less money. The iPhone 18 Pro's genuine exclusives over that model are the variable aperture and Pro controls, the C2 modem, the smaller Dynamic Island, and roughly three extra hours of battery life. If none of those matter to you, last year's model is the better value. Pre-orders for the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max opened on Saturday, September 12, with availability beginning Friday, September 18. Related Roundup: iPhone 18 Pro Buyer's Guide: iPhone 18 Pro (Buy Now) Related Forum: iPhone This article, iPhone 16 Pro vs. iPhone 18 Pro Buyer's Guide: Worth Upgrading? first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums

Army GOC reviews security, counter-terrorism ops

Jammu Tawi: General Officer Commanding (GOC) of White Knight Corps Lieutenant General P K Mishra on Tuesday visited operational locations in the Surankote area of Poonch district to review the prevailing security situation and ongoing focused counter-terrorism operations, the Army said. The Corps Commander was briefed on ongoing operations for domination of the Pir Panjal [] The post Army GOC reviews security, counter-terrorism ops appeared first on Northlines .

'Such gimmicks...': India rejects Pak's Masood bounty

India has dismissed Pakistan's recent announcement of a seven million rupees bounty on Jaish-e-Mohammed chief Masood Azhar as a gimmick, demanding concrete action against terrorism. India highlighted Pakistan's history of similar phoney announcements and its alleged sheltering of Azhar, while Pakistan faces international pressure from the FATF to crack down on terror financing.

BJP slams Pakistan over Azhar fugitive claim

Srinagar, Sep 15: Senior BJP leader and J&K BJP spokesman Altaf Thakur on Tuesday termed Pakistans latest move to list Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) chief Masood Azhar among its most-wanted terrorists a big fraud, alleging that Islamabad was attempting to evade accountability over his presence in the country. Thakur said Azhar had not fled Pakistan and alleged that he continued to remain there under the protection of the establishment. Pakistans attempt to portray Masood Azhar as a fugitive is nothing but a big fraud and an exercise in deception, Thakur said, demanding that Islamabad hand over the JeM chief to India, where he is wanted in connection with major terror cases. His remarks came after Pakistan listed Azhar among its most-wanted terrorists and increased the reward for information leading to his arrest. Thakur questioned the timing of the move, saying it appeared to have come amid international scrutiny of Pakistans record on terrorism and ahead of an upcoming FATF review. He also referred to the BRICS Summit hosted by India, saying the New Delhi Declarations condemnation of the Pahalgam terror attack and reiteration of zero tolerance towards terrorism had increased international pressure on Pakistan. Thakur said Pakistan must demonstrate its commitment through concrete action rather than announcements, including by dismantling terror infrastructure and acting against internationally designated terrorists. If Pakistan really wants to prove that it has changed, let it act against Masood Azhar and other internationally designated terrorists, he said. He said India would continue to press for accountability of those involved in terrorism and work with the international community to counter terror financing, recruitment networks and safe havens.

Govt plans push to strengthen fruit mandis

Srinagar, Sep 15: Minister for Agriculture Production, Rural Development and Panchayati Raj, Cooperative and Election Department, Javid Ahmad Dar, on Tuesday interacted with the representatives of Fruit Mandi Associations from Kashmir Division at the Civil Secretariat here to discuss issues concerning the functioning of fruit mandis and strengthening of horticulture market infrastructure. The meeting was attended by Director Horticulture Marketing and Planning, Ghulam Jeelani Zargar; Managing Director, JKHPMC, Mohammad Farooq Dar; Director Horticulture Kashmir, Vikas Anand; Presidents of Fruit Mandi Associations from Kashmir Division besides other senior officers. During the interaction, the representatives apprised the Minister of various issues concerning the functioning of fruit mandis. They highlighted the need for strengthening the basic infrastructure and improving essential facilities for traders, fruit growers and labourers associated with the horticulture sector. Javid Ahmad Dar assured the representatives that their genuine concerns would be examined and resolved on priority basis. He directed the concerned officers to maintain close coordination with the mandi associations and take necessary measures for addressing their issues in a time-bound manner. The Minister emphasized that the government is committed to create a conducive and efficient working environment in fruit mandis, which play a vital role in facilitating horticulture trade and supporting the livelihoods of thousands of growers, traders and workers. Javid Dar stressed the need for strengthening the basic infrastructure and improving essential facilities in fruit mandis to facilitate smooth trade operations and ensure better working conditions for all stakeholders. He called for coordinated efforts by the concerned departments to identify infrastructure gaps, address operational bottlenecks and ensure timely execution of necessary improvement works. Highlighting the importance of the horticulture sector to Jammu and Kashmirs economy, the Minister underscored the need for sustained efforts to strengthen market infrastructure, improve trade facilitation and safeguard the interests of fruit growers and other stakeholders. He also emphasized the importance of regular interaction with the Fruit Mandi Associations to ensure that their concerns are promptly brought to the notice of the concerned authorities and resolved effectively.

BJP turns up heat on NC govt over short Assembly session

Srinagar, Sept 15: Jammu and Kashmir unit of BJP on Tuesday launched a sharp attack on the National Conference-led government over the curtailed Assembly session, with Leader of Opposition Sunil Sharma demanding that the House be convened for at least a month to provide legislators adequate time to raise and debate issues confronting the people. Addressing a press conference at the BJP headquarters in Jammu, Sharma said people had high expectations from the elected government and the Legislative Assembly remained the primary institutional platform for representatives to voice public concerns. Unfortunately, the government of Jammu and Kashmir has almost completely lost its legislative accountability. The Assembly has effectively been reduced to a joke, Sharma said. The 10-day Autumn Session of the J&K Assembly is scheduled to begin in Srinagar on September 21 and continue till September 30. As per the provisional calendar, the House will have seven sittings, with September 23, 26 and 27 marked as non-sitting days. Sharma objected to the limited number of sittings, saying that after accounting for the non-sitting days, legislators would have only a handful of substantive days to raise matters of public importance. By restricting the session to effectively only five substantive sittings, the government has made a mockery of the people of JK and their expectations, he said. The BJP leader also questioned the role of Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather, saying the Speakers chair was expected to remain impartial and ensure the proper functioning and dignity of the House. Sharma urged the Speaker to reconsider the schedule and extend the session to around 30 days, arguing that the Assembly was the only institutional forum available to elected representatives to directly raise people's grievances with the government. He also questioned the functioning of the Business Advisory Committee (BAC), which, he said, should facilitate discussion among political parties on the legislative business to be taken up during the session. Sharma questioned the purpose of the all-party meeting called by the Speaker for September 17, alleging that the dates, calendar and business of the session had already been decided. The attempt to hold a meeting on September 17 at 2 pm for just 10 minutes, merely to have tea and complete a formality, is deeply regrettable, he said. Questioning the Speaker's understanding of legislative procedure, Sharma asked whether the importance and dignity of the BAC and the Assembly were being adequately respected. The LoP also alleged that routine governance was not visible on the ground and claimed there was inadequate public outreach by ministers. For the past two years, there is hardly any sign of what can be called routine governance on the ground. There is no public outreach by the ministers, he alleged. Sharma further alleged that corruption had become prevalent from the level of officials to ministers, claiming that people were reluctant to visit government offices because of the burden of corruption. He said the decision to limit the Assembly session to seven sittings reflected what he termed the government's non-performance, arrogance and ego. The BJP Legislature Party, Sharma said, had recently undertaken public interactions at district headquarters to understand people's concerns. He claimed BJP legislators had met people across almost all district headquarters in the Jammu region and gathered issues that would be raised during the upcoming Assembly session. A marathon meeting was subsequently held to compile and finalise the issues identified during these interactions, he said. Sharma said the BJP Legislature Party had reached a consensus to raise the concerns of people who were suffering, deprived, exploited and victims during the forthcoming session.

2nd T20I: It Would Be Nice To Give Opportunities To The Players: Iyer Hints At Changes For Third GameI

New Delhi: India captain Shreyas Iyer has indicated that the team could make changes for the third T20I against Afghanistan and hand opportunities to players who have been waiting on the sidelines, after India wrapped up the three-match series with a seven-wicket victory in New Delhi on Tuesday. With the series already secured, Iyer said the final game could be used to give the wider squad valuable exposure to the conditions while also allowing the team management to experiment with its combination. We want all of them to get used to the wicket and the conditions and also get some practice. So it would be a nice game to give opportunities to the players, especially those who have been sitting out, and also change a little bit in the combination as well, Iyer said after the game. The comments open the door for India to rotate their playing XI in the series finale, particularly with several players having had limited opportunities during the opening two matches. The move would allow the team to assess its bench strength while ensuring more members of the squad gain match practice. Iyer was also pleased with the manner in which India responded after winning the opening T20I. The captain said the side had demanded a more complete performance in the second game and felt it delivered on that objective. Yes, certainly. I think looking at the last match performance and coming into this one, we were demanding a comprehensive win, and today was the right example of it, he added. For Iyer, the series has also represented a chance to settle into the leadership role after what he described as a difficult beginning. Rather than dwelling on setbacks, he stressed the importance of remaining balanced and embracing whatever comes his way. Yes, certainly. It was a tough pill to swallow at the start, but the journey is always going to be a roller coaster. You need to be in equilibrium as much as possible and see to it that you enjoy the moment and not think much about what has happened in the past. For Iyer, the series has also represented a chance to settle into the leadership role after what he described as a difficult beginning. Rather than dwelling on setbacks, he stressed the importance of remaining balanced and embracing whatever comes his way. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Indias series-clinching win now gives the team the freedom to look beyond the immediate result in the third T20I. With Iyer suggesting that opportunities could be handed to those waiting for their chance, the final match could provide a glimpse of Indias wider plans and combinations going forward. Article Source: IANS

Mayank Agarwal 177 leads commanding Durham display

No let up from Division Two champions as they amass 437 for 7 on day one against Worcestershire

Hyderabad rowdy sheeter held for putting knife on man

Hyderabad: Police on Tuesday arrested a 25-year-old rowdy sheeter in Hyderabad for allegedly threatening a family with a knife and demanding Rs 20,000. The incident occurred on September 4. Syed Mohammed alias Chango entered the house of Noor Jahan Begum and placed a knife at the throat of her son, Abdul Rahman. He threatened to 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 .

Laura Wolvaardt equals Smriti Mandhanas record for most international hundreds

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 15 (IANS) South African skipper Laura Wolvaardt has put herself alongside Smriti Mandhana at the summit of the century chart of womens international cricket, producing a record-breaking 126 not out to power the Proteas women to an unassailable 3-0 series lead over Zimbabwe. The Proteas skippers extraordinary innings in the third T20I was her fourth hundred in the format and the 18th century of her international career, taking her level with Indias Mandhana for the most hundreds in womens cricket. Wolvaardt needed only 62 deliveries to reach 126, striking at a remarkable 203.22. Her assault on the Zimbabwe bowling attack featured 16 fours and four sixes, while the unbeaten effort also rewrote the South African record books. The 27-year-old surpassed her own previous T20I best of 115 not out, scored against Ireland in December last year. More significantly, she went past Shandre Fritzs unbeaten 116 against the Netherlands in 2010 to claim the highest individual T20I score by a South African woman. It was a performance that turned an already dominant series into a personal landmark for Wolvaardt, who was named Player of the Match after carrying South Africa to 200/1. The skipper found valuable support at the other end from Karabo Meso, with the wicketkeeper-batter completing an unbeaten 50 from 51 balls. Together, the pair ensured South Africa had a formidable total to defend. Zimbabwes response never threatened to match the tempo set by Wolvaardt. The hosts were reduced to 29/4 during the powerplay and slipped further to 35/6 after losing two more wickets in the next two overs. Annerie Dercksen then added another milestone to South Africas evening, claiming her maiden five-wicket haul in T20Is. Her 5/15 helped complete Zimbabwes collapse as the hosts were dismissed for 120, handing the Proteas an 80-run victory. Michelle Mavunga offered Zimbabwe some resistance with a 23-ball 41, while Nyasha Gwanzura made 28. Christine Mutasa and Loryn Phiri contributed 19 and 14 respectively, but the damage had already been done. Dercksen was backed by Eliz-Mari Marx, Seshnie Naidu, Luyanda Nzuza and Ayanda Hlubi, who took a wicket apiece. The result continued South Africas commanding start to the five-match series. They won the opening T20I after bowling Zimbabwe out for 116 and chasing the target in 13.1 overs before claiming the second match by 64 runs. The fourth T20I will be played on September 17.

Watch: Gaza war crimes probe: UN demands full access as bodies found

Hundreds of bodies are being recovered from the rubble in Gaza, sparking urgent calls from the United Nations. UN rights chief Volker Turk is demanding immediate access for international investigators to gather evidence of potential war crimes. With thousands still missing and entire families unearthed, global pressure is mounting on all sides to ensure independent forensics, accountability, and justice for the victims.

Ladakh groups to launch massive stir for statehood on Sep 20

The Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA) announced a major protest rally in Kargil on September 20, demanding justice for victims of police firing in Leh last year and protesting the central government's perceived lack of seriousness in talks regarding Ladakh's demands. The KDA, along with the Leh Apex Body (LAB), rejected the compensation offered by the Lieutenant Governor as inadequate and called for the withdrawal of all cases against arrested protesters. They criticised the recent talks with the Ministry of Home Affairs as unproductive and reiterated their demands for statehood and the extension of the Sixth Schedule to Ladakh.

Could UK households face higher bills and borrowing costs this Christmas?

UK borrowing costs have reached their highest level since 1998. Markets are pricing in as many as five interest rate rises by November 2027. Energy bills could rise by 25 per cent in January. UK households could face a difficult run-up to Christmas, with borrowing costs rising sharply just as energy and fuel prices threaten to push inflation higher. The yield on 30-year UK government bonds, known as gilts, climbed above 5.95 per cent this week, reaching its highest level since 1998. The yield is closely watched because it reflects how much it costs the government to borrow over the long term. Investors are increasingly betting that the Bank of England may need to raise interest rates several times to contain inflation. Markets are pricing in as many as five rate rises by November 2027, potentially taking the base rate from 3.75 per cent today to 5 per cent. There is already a 35 per cent chance of a rate rise at Thursday's meeting, according to financial market pricing. If the Bank holds rates this week, markets are putting an 80 per cent probability on an increase at the next Monetary Policy Committee meeting on November 5. For households with mortgages and other forms of borrowing, that could mean another rise in monthly costs. The timing could prove particularly uncomfortable. The chancellor's Budget is due on October 28, meaning households could enter the final weeks before Christmas facing uncertainty over taxes alongside higher borrowing costs and rising household bills. Oil is adding fuel to the inflation problem A major concern is the renewed rise in energy prices following the conflict in the Middle East. Oil prices have approached $110 a barrel, pushing petrol prices to their highest level in four years and adding pressure at the pumps. Energy bills could be next. Bloomberg Economics has forecast that the annual energy bill for a typical household could rise by 427, or 25 per cent, in January to around 2,150. Such an increase could push inflation above 4 per cent next year, potentially putting further pressure on the Bank of England to raise rates. Anthony Brinkman, high yield portfolio manager at Principal Asset Management, said recent movements in the gilt market suggested investors were increasingly demanding action from central banks. The UK is especially vulnerable because of the combination of oil prices at $100110 a barrel and concerns about the credibility of the public finances ahead of the October 28 Budget, he reportedly said. The pressure is also visible across shorter-term borrowing. The yield on two-year gilts rose above 4.95 per cent on Tuesday, its highest level since 2023, while the 10-year yield climbed above 5.4 per cent, reaching a 19-year high. For households, government bond yields do not directly determine mortgage rates, but sustained increases can feed into the wider cost of borrowing and influence the rates available to consumers and businesses. Britain is not alone The rise in borrowing costs is not confined to the UK. Government bond yields have been climbing across several major economies as investors reassess the outlook for inflation and interest rates. The 10-year US Treasury yield has moved above 5 per cent, its highest level since 2007, while Japan's 10-year government bond yield has reached above 3 per cent, its highest level in three decades. Germany's 10-year benchmark yield is close to its highest level since 2009 at around 3.55 per cent. French 10-year yields are also near an 18-year high at more than 4.5 per cent. But the UK stands out. Its 10-year government borrowing costs are higher than those of any other G7 economy, adding to concerns about the pressure facing the government's finances. Susannah Streeter, chief investment strategist at Wealth Club, said financial markets were still dealing with uncertainty around energy prices, inflation and interest rates. The bond markets are reflecting concerns that the only way is up, and the worries that the ascent could be a steep one, she reportedly said. That leaves the Bank of England facing an awkward choice. Higher rates could help contain inflation if energy prices feed into wider costs, but they could also put additional pressure on households and businesses already dealing with weaker economic conditions. The immediate question is whether policymakers move this week or wait for more evidence. For households, the bigger concern may be what happens if the pressures on borrowing, energy and everyday prices arrive at the same time.

DDCA Unveils Enhanced LED Perimeter Displays At Arun Jaitley Stadium During India-Afghanistan T20I

The Arun Jaitley Stadium: The Arun Jaitley Stadium received a visual makeover ahead of the India vs Afghanistan series as the Delhi & District Cricket Association (DDCA) introduced enhanced LED perimeter displays for the T20I series between the two sides, describing the initiative as part of an effort to offer spectators and viewers a more modern and immersive match-day experience. The initiative, conceptualised under the leadership of the DDCA President, features upgraded LED perimeter displays designed to create a more uniform and visually striking presentation around the stadium. The association termed the changes a visible transformation and a proud DDCA initiative. The development came as the stadium hosted the second game of the three-match series, with India winning the toss and opting to bowl first. The hosts made one change to their XI, bringing in Ravi Bishnoi for the injured Varun Chakaravarthy, while Afghanistan retained the same side that featured in the opening T20I. India entered the contest looking to wrap up the series after their commanding performance in the first game. Afghanistan, meanwhile, were seeking a stronger response after being beaten comprehensively in the opener. The first T20I had seen Afghanistan recover from an early batting collapse through Azmatullah Omarzai and Mohammad Nabi, who added 83 runs, but their eventual 156-run total was comfortably overhauled by India. Abhishek Sharmas blistering 82 off 32 balls set up the chase, while Indias bowling attack kept Afghanistan under sustained pressure. India entered the contest looking to wrap up the series after their commanding performance in the first game. Afghanistan, meanwhile, were seeking a stronger response after being beaten comprehensively in the opener. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories The DDCAs stadium initiative added another dimension to an evening already carrying significance on the field, with the enhanced displays intended to strengthen the visual experience for both those inside the venue and audiences watching the contest. Article Source: IANS

22nd India-US Joint Military Exercise Yudh Abhyas Begins in Auli and Rajasthan

The 22nd edition of the India-US joint military exercise, Yudh Abhyas, officially commenced today at the Auli Foreign Training Node in Uttarakhand. Simultaneously being conducted at the Mahajan Field Firing Range in Rajasthan, the bilateral exercise features 600 personnel from each side. The opening ceremony was addressed by Major General Amaresh Gunjan, General Officer Commanding, [] The post 22nd India-US Joint Military Exercise Yudh Abhyas Begins in Auli and Rajasthan appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Wrestling: Sujeet Kalkal wins 65kg trial, sets up showdown for World Championships berth

Digital Desk | Lucknow, Sep 15 (IANS) World No. 1 grappler Sujeet Kalkal emerged victorious in the 65kg Freestyle category at the national selection trials in Lucknow on Tuesday. Alongside Kalkal, standout performers including Yash, Sachin, and Abhimanyu also secured top finishes in their respective weight divisions, setting up a final trial showdown with the Asian Games-bound contingent for berths at the Senior World Wrestling Championships 2026, which is going to be held in Astana, Kazakhstan, from October 24 to November 1 Sujeet Kalkal prevailed in a competitive 65kg field in Lucknow, beating Anujj Kumar 8-3 in the final. The Trials in the four non-Olympic weight classes will also be held later. In other Freestyle action, Yash produced a dominant performance to claim the 74kg title, defeating Deepak 10-4. Rahul secured the top spot in the 57kg category with an 11-4 win over Akshay Dhere, while Pushpendar Dalal prevailed over Himanshu Antil 10-4 in the 86kg final. Vicky edged past Parveen Kumar 3-2 in a tight 97kg bout, and Jaspooran Singh defeated Rohit 5-1 to win the 125kg division. WFI President Sanjay Singh said, Today's trials in Lucknow proved just how competitive men's wrestling has become in India. The sheer effort and technical skill displayed by the athletes assure us that our reserve bench is stronger than ever. I congratulate today's top performers and expect them to carry this same momentum forward. In the Greco-Roman discipline, Harsh delivered a commanding 9-0 victory over Lalit to win the 60kg category. Sachin edged Karanjit Singh 6-5 in a thrilling 67kg final, while Luvpreet Singh overcame Vikas 10-8 in the 77kg division. Rohit defeated Rohit Bura 5-2 in the 87kg category, Abhimanyu secured a 12-3 win over Virensh Kundu in the 97kg class, and Joginder emerged victorious by fall against Gursewak in the 130kg final. WFI Men's Freestyle Selection Trials Results * 57kg: Rahul 1st Position | Akshay Dhere 2nd Position * 65kg: Sujeet 1st Position | Anujj Kumar 2nd Position * 74kg: Yash 1st Position | Deepak 2nd Position * 86kg: Pushpendar Dalal 1st Position | Himanshu Antil 2nd Position * 97kg: Vicky 1st Position | Parveen Kumar 2nd Position * 125kg: Jaspooran Singh 1st Position | Rohit 2nd Position WFI Greco-Roman Selection Trials Results * 60kg: Harsh 1st Position | Lalit 2nd Position * 67kg: Sachin 1st Position | Karanjit Singh 2nd Position * 77kg: Luvpreet Singh 1st Position | Vikas 2nd Position * 87kg: Rohit 1st Position | Rohit Bura 2nd Position * 97kg: Abhimanyu 1st Position | Virensh Kundu 2nd Position * 130kg: Joginder 1st Position | Gursewak 2nd Position

Rowdy-sheeter arrested for demanding 20,000 from man at knife point in Hyderabad

TNCC plans Statewide campaign demanding change in format to choose OBC caste name

Present format of open-ended question on caste names is a deceitful ploy aimed at denying OBCs their rightful benefits, says Manickam Tagore

Baruipur encounter: Calcutta HC directs preservation of CCTV footage

Digital Desk | Kolkata, Sep 15 (IANS) The Calcutta High Court on Tuesday directed the West Bengal Police to preserve the CCTV footage related to the encounter killing of Pravas Mondal, a prime accused in the rage and murder of a minor girl at Baruipur in South 24 Parganas district in July this year. A division bench of Justices Arijit Banerjee and Reetobroto Kumar Mitra also directed the quick completion of the ongoing investigation process in the matter. The next hearing in the matter will be after three weeks, and as per the bench's ruling, the investigation process in the matter should be completed before then. In July this year, a minor girl went missing in the Suryapur area under Baruipur Police Station in South 24 Parganas. Later, her body was recovered from a pond in a bag. After that, Baruipur went into a state of siege for quite some time, following violent protests by a group of local people, in which an innocent youth was also lynched. The police arrested four persons, namely Pravas Mondal, Dibakar Sardar, Anand Sardar, and Kabir Mollah. On the night of July 7, the police went out to the scene of the crime along with Mondal to reconstruct the scene. It was claimed that at that time, the accused tried to escape after snatching the firearm of a police officer and even fired at the police team. He was killed as police retaliated. Officials of Baruipur Police District, where the scene of the crime falls, claimed that the investigating officer, Arghya Mandal, was forced to fire from his service weapon to save himself and his colleagues from Mondal. However, after several questions were raised about the encounter, the investigation of the incident was handed over to the Criminal Investigation Department (CID). Meanwhile, a petition had also been filed at the Calcutta High Court demanding a central agency probe in the matter.

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Bengaluru team completes double Catalina channel crossing, congratulated by Indian Consul General in LA

An Indian swimming team achieved a historic double crossing of the Catalina Channel. The SwimLife Orcas team completed this demanding open-water challenge in twenty-nine hours. This remarkable feat marks the first time an Asian team has accomplished this swim. Consul General K.J. Srinivasa congratulated the swimmers for their exceptional endurance and teamwork.

Rameswaram fishermen stage sit-in protest demanding retrieval of traditional beach land

White Knight Corps commander visits operational locations in Poonch, reviews ongoing anti-terror operations

Srinagar, Sep 15: General Officer Commanding (GOC) White Knight Corps, Lieutenant General P K Mishra today visited operational locations in Surankote Sector of Poonch district in Jammu and Kashmir, to review the prevailing security posture and ongoing focused counter-terrorism operations in the area. He was accompanied by GOC Romeo Force. During his visit, the corps commander was briefed on ongoing operations for domination of the Pir Panjal Range, robust intelligence network and seamless synergy with all security agencies. The GOC commended the professional conduct and unwavering commitment of all stakeholders and lauded the relentless operations to deny inimical elements any operational space, despite challenging terrain and weather conditions.

Led by Pilot, Punjab Congress leadership protests in Chandigarh against Finance Minister Cheema

Digital Desk | Chandigarh, Sep 15 (IANS) Led by the newly appointed All India Congress Committee (AICC) General Secretary and in charge for Punjab, Sachin Pilot, the partys entire top leadership, sinking their differences after a long time, along with thousands of workers, marched on Tuesday towards the residence of Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Cheema, demanding his resignation for alleged abetment of the suicide of a Dalit, Gulzar Singh. However, the protestors were prevented from reaching Cheemas residence by a heavy contingent of police. Besides, the police also used water cannons to block the protestors from marching ahead. Several party workers, including senior leader Kuljit Nagra, were injured due to the heavy force of the water cannons. Speaking on the occasion, Pilot said the Congress had nothing personal against the Finance Minister. But he asked, doesnt the law demand registration of a first information report (FIR) followed by a detailed probe when a person has mentioned the ministers name in his dying declaration, he asked. Pilot said Gulzar Singhs suicide was reflective of what was happening in Punjab, much against the claims made by the Aam Aadmi Party. He said the situation is such that a poor Dalit had to pay with his life just because he raised a question about the free availability of drugs to which his son had fallen victim. He reminded the AAP that it had announced the appointment of a Dalit Deputy Chief Minister. What to speak of a Dalit Deputy CM, the Dalits like Gulzar Singh are forced to commit suicide under the AAP regime, he remarked. Reminding AAP national convener Arvind Kejriwal of the claims he made before the elections that drugs would be finished within three months of forming the government, the Congress leader said that after about five years of AAP rule, now the chitta (synthetic drug) was so easily available that there was home delivery (of drugs). Expressing his gratitude to the party workers for mobilising in such huge numbers at short notice, Pilot assured each one of them that the Congress will always stand by them. He said he, as the representative of the party high command, will be at the forefront of every fight and struggle to get justice. He said he will not leave any stone unturned to restore the dignity and honour of each and every Congress worker. Senior Punjab leaders, comprising state President Amarinder Singh Raja Warring, Leader of Opposition Partap Singh Bajwa and former Chief Minister Charanjit Singh Channi, while speaking on the occasion, lashed out at the AAP government, saying it had proved to be the worst ever in the state. They said Bhagwant Mann had proved to be the most disastrous Chief Minister the state had.

Psychology says people who compliment you right before asking for help may be doing more than being nice

People often make requests feel warmer and less demanding by expressing appreciation, offering praise or using polite language. Giving someone a genuine compliment before asking for help does not automatically make the interaction manipulative, even if the sequence resembles a persuasion strategy. What may be more psychologically revealing is when praise appears only when the person wants something in return.

Afghanistan vs India Playing 11: Will Vaibhav Sooryavanshi return? Varun Chakravarthys injury puts spotlight on Indias XI for 2nd T20I

AFG vs IND Playing 11: India triumphed with a commanding seven-wicket win in their first T20I clash; however, alterations to the lineup are under consideration for the next match. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's potential return as an opener is on the table, while spinner Varun Chakravarthy may be sidelined for the entire series due to a side injury.

IAFs Dronathon puts indigenous drone systems to the test at Pokhran

The Indian Air Force's Dronathon is currently underway at Pokhran Field Firing Range. Participating companies demonstrate unmanned aerial systems for various military applications. The event emphasizes operational effect under demanding and contested conditions. This initiative aligns with the Air Force's UAS Roadmap for future capabilities. These efforts signal a coordinated push for indigenous unmanned systems development.

Ram Mandir construction complete: Museum work next, final payments underway, says Nripendra Misra

BJP chief Nabin to visit Mumbai, Pune Ganesh pandals and temples tomorrow

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 15 (IANS) Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) National President, Nitin Nabin, will undertake a significant one-day religious and spiritual visit to Maharashtra on Wednesday, visiting prominent Ganesh pandals and temples in Mumbai and Pune during the ongoing Ganeshotsav celebrations. On the auspicious occasion of the holy Ganeshotsav, Nabin will visit several prominent places of worship and Ganesh pandals across the two cities to offer prayers and seek the blessings of Vighnaharta Lord Ganesh. During his visit, he will pray for peace, prosperity and the overall well-being of Maharashtra as well as the entire country. Nabin is scheduled to arrive at the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport in Mumbai at 10:20 a.m. From the airport, the BJP National President will proceed directly to the historic Shri Siddhivinayak Temple, where he will offer prayers and perform darshan of Lord Ganesh. Following his visit to the temple, Nabin will reach the world-renowned Lalbaugcha Raja pandal at 11:30 a.m. to seek the divine blessings of Ganapati Bappa and participate in the traditional Ganesh Darshan during the festival. Thereafter, the BJP chief will proceed to the official residence of the Chief Minister at Malabar Hill, where he will perform Darshan of the Lord Ganesh idol installed at the residence and offer his prayers. Nabin will visit the official residences of Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde and Deputy Chief Minister Sunetra Pawar, both located at Malabar Hill. He will offer prayers and worship the Lord Ganesh idols installed at their residences. He is scheduled to reach Bandra Reclamation at 2:15 p.m., where he will participate in Shri Ganesh Darshan and offer prayers during the ongoing Ganeshotsav celebrations. After completing his engagements in Mumbai, he will travel to Pune, where he will continue his religious visit by visiting prominent Ganesh mandals and seeking the blessings of Lord Ganesh. Upon arriving in Pune, Nabin will visit the Kasba Peth Mandal to perform darshan and seek the blessings of Ganapati Bappa. The visit will be part of his scheduled religious engagements in the city during Ganeshotsav. Thereafter, at 5:00 p.m., Nabin will visit the world-famous Shrimant Dagdusheth Halwai Ganpati Mandir in Pune. He will participate in the darshan and pooja of Shri Ganesh at the renowned Ganpati mandal, which is among the prominent centres of worship during the festival. At 5:30 p.m., the BJP chief will offer prayers at the Sane Guruji Tarun Mitra Mandal in Sadashiv Peth. He will subsequently visit the Shri Sai Mitra Mandal in Kothrud to perform Darshan of Shri Ganesh and offer his prayers.

LoP Sharma calls for 30-day Assembly session, says J&K govt has made legislature a joke

Jammu, Sep 15: Leader of Opposition Sunil Sharma on Tuesday criticised the Jammu and Kashmir government over the duration of the upcoming Assembly session, demanding that it be extended to around 30 days to allow legislators adequate time to raise public issues. Addressing a press conference at the Bharatiya Janata Party headquarters, Sharma said the Assembly was the primary platform through which people's grievances and expectations could be placed before the government. Peoples expectations are raised before the government through their elected representatives. There is a system in a democracy through which issues are raised and the government works on them so that people can benefit and get relief, he said. He said the Assembly was the principal forum for raising public concerns, but alleged that the J&K government had undermined the institution's role. Unfortunately, I am saying this with regret that the Jammu and Kashmir government has almost lost its legislative accountability. The Assembly has been made a joke, Sharma said. He also criticised Assembly Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather, saying the Speaker's chair was expected to function in an unbiased manner. I am most saddened by the Speaker of the Assembly. The Speakers chair is expected to oversee the functioning of the Assembly in an unbiased manner. We no longer have much expectation from the Speakers chair, he said. Sharma objected to the proposed seven sittings of the session, saying the limited duration would prevent legislators from adequately taking up public concerns. With only seven sittings, of which the last sitting mentions business, if any and the first sitting refers to obituary, the government of Jammu and Kashmir has made a mockery of the people of Jammu and Kashmir by scheduling only five effective sittings, he said. The BJP leader said his party, as the principal Opposition, took the matter seriously because of its responsibility to raise issues affecting the public. We had expected the session to be for around 30 days so that the government would listen to the people's expectations and resolve them, Sharma said. He also accused the government of failing to provide effective routine governance over the past two years. For the past two years, there has been no such thing as routine governance visible on the ground. There is no feeling of the government among the people, and there is no public outreach by any minister, he alleged. Sharma further alleged that corruption had become a major concern for people dealing with government offices. From ordinary officials to ministers, corruption is rampant, he said, adding that people were increasingly reluctant to visit government offices because the burden of corruption is being placed on their pockets. He accused the government of using the short Assembly session to demonstrate its non-performance and ego. Once again, by making a mockery of the people and scheduling only seven sittings, the government is displaying its non-performance and the ego of this high-headed government, Sharma said. He appealed to the Speaker to reconsider the schedule and extend the session. We demand that the Speaker should still reconsider the matter. There is still time. Reconsider it, Speaker sahib, and extend the duration of this session to around 30 days, he said. Sharma said the BJP legislature party had also decided to reach out to people across districts and hear their concerns directly. Every district headquarters, we will go there and meet the common people across party lines and understand their issues, he said.

Permission revoked for Varah March in MP's Dhar; heavy police deployed, activists detained

Digital Desk | Dhar, Sep 15 (IANS) A fresh controversy has erupted in Madhya Pradesh's Dhar after the district administration revoked permission for the Varah March proposed by the 'Sanatan Prahari Samiti', citing security concerns and the need to maintain law and order. A heavy police force has been deployed across the city, and several office-bearers associated with the march were arrested on Tuesday morning. To prevent potential tension, the administration ordered the immediate removal of all posters and hoardings related to the event. Anticipating unrest, the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) kept the protected site at Ganjikhana closed to the public on Tuesday. The historical structure is known as Vijay Mandir by the Hindu community and Lat Masjid by the Muslim community. Assistant Superintendent of Police Vijay Dawar said that the permission was cancelled due to security concerns. He appealed to residents to maintain peace and avoid unnecessary movement outside their homes. A large police contingent, including two dozen Station House Officers (SHOs), and officers of Sub-Divisional Officer of Police (SDOP) and Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) ranks, has been deployed. Fixed police pickets have been set up at the PG College ground and major intersections, while mobile vans are conducting continuous patrols. Forces have been positioned in sensitive areas, and outsiders have been advised not to visit Dhar for the time being. Security will be further tightened during the period when the march was proposed. The ASI issued a formal order closing the protected archaeological structure at Ganjikhana for the day, warning that any unauthorised entry or activity would invite action under the Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains Act, 1958. Surveillance is being carried out through CCTV cameras, drones and observation from high-rise buildings. Police detained and subsequently arrested several office-bearers linked to the Varah March. Officials emphasised that the measures were taken solely to safeguard peace and prevent any untoward incident. Historically, the mosque was constructed in 1405 CE by Dilawar Khan as the Friday mosque to mark his declaration of independence from Delhi and the founding of the Malwa Sultanate. Situated at the edge of the city, similar to arrangements in towns such as Chanderi, it derives its name from the fragmentary iron pillar also known as Lat in Hindi, located within its compound. The current controversy intensified after the Bhojshala site was handed over to Hindu organisations. These groups now maintain that the Lat Masjid structure is not a mosque but the Vijay Mandir (Temple of Victory)', dating to the Paramara period (early 9th century). According to them, the temple was commissioned by King Bhoja following his conquest of the Telangana region. They claim that a specific pillar featuring an image of Lord Varaha, along with an Ashtadhatu (eight-metal alloy) rust-resistant pillar presumably installed by King Bhoja himself and bearing a Varaha image, constitutes evidence of its original identity as a temple.

Jarange heads to Mumbai despite denial of protest nod

Maratha quota activist Manoj Jarange has proceeded towards Mumbai despite police denying permission for his protest at Azad Maidan. Jarange, who has been on a hunger strike for 17 days demanding OBC quota for Marathas, is travelling with a small group amid tight security, citing a Bombay High Court ruling that supports democratic agitation. He also alleged a conspiracy to kill him.

Manoj Jarange leaves for Mumbai despite police denial of permission for protest

Jarange, who has been on a hunger strike for the past 17 days demanding reservations under the Other Backward Classes (OBC) category for Maratha community members with Kunbi caste genealogies, is expected to reach Mumbai on Saturday, September 19

How long does Apple support iPhones with updates?

Macworld If you are thinking of buying an older generation or used/refurbished iPhone , or wondering whether its worth upgrading your current iPhone to a new one, one important factor to consider is how long Apple will continue to support it. The good news is that Apple provides software support for iPhones for many years. In most cases, iPhones receive security-related software updates for seven to eight years. Battery replacements and other repair services are often available for devices that are five to seven years old. Read on to find out which iPhones are supported with the latest version of iOS , and which are eligible for servicing and repairs. Which iPhones should you avoid? We recommend avoiding the iPhone XS, iPhone XR, and any older models if you have one of them its time to upgrade. These devices cannot run iOS 27, couldnt run iOS 26, and are likely nearing the end of Apples security update support. We also hesitate to recommend the iPhone 11. Although it remains the oldest iPhone compatible with iOS 27, it launched in 2019 and is now approaching seven years old. Apples iPhone 11 Pro and iPhone 11 Pro Max have already been added to Apples Vintage Products list, suggesting the standard iPhone 11 may not be far behind. How long does Apple support iPhones with iOS updates? In general, Apple provides many years of iPhone support. Major iOS updates typically continue for around five to seven years, while security-related updates can last even longer. Apple does not officially guarantee a fixed support period, but its track record shows a strong commitment to long-term device viability. In some cases, security-related coverage has extended for as long as a decade or more. It is important to distinguish between major iOS updates and security-only updates. Major iOS Updates : These bring new features, interface changes, and app updates. You can typically expect an iPhone to support the latest version of iOS for around five to seven years. The iPhone 11, released in 2019, can run iOS 27 , although not all new features will be available on older hardware. Security Updates : Older iPhones do not immediately become unsupported when they stop receiving major iOS updates. Apple continues to issue critical security patches for older versions of iOS for several years, extending the safe lifespan of a device. For example, the iPhone XR and iPhone XS, launched in 2018, cannot run iOS 27 and couldnt run iOS 26 either, but Apple has continued to issue security updates for them through iOS 18. That support extends even further back: in May 2026, Apple issued security updates for devices limited to iOS 15 and iOS 16, including the iPhone X, iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone 7, iPhone 6s, iPhone 6s Plus, and the first-generation iPhone SE. That means some iPhones released in 2015 were still receiving security updates 11 years after launch. It is unclear whether Apple will continue providing security updates for iOS 15 and iOS 16 following the launch of iOS 27. Both received updates during 2026, but support for these older versions is likely nearing its end. Device specific security updates : Apple has changed how it distributes some security updates. iOS 18 security updates are now only available for iPhones that cannot run iOS 26. That means anyone using iOS 18 on an iPhone that is compatible with iOS 26 needs to update to iOS 26 to receive the latest security fixes. Previously, security updates for older iOS versions were generally available to any device running that software version. Similarly, Apple no longer issues iOS 17-specific updates because all iPhones capable of running iOS 17 can also run iOS 18. The last iOS 17 update was iOS 17.7.2 in November 2024. Certificate coverage : In January 2026 Apple issued updates to iOS 12, 15, 16 and 18 to extend certificates required for services such as iMessage, FaceTime, and device activation to continue working beyond January 2027. Those updates included support for older devices such as 2013s iPhone 5S and 2014s iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus. However, Apple withdrew these updates after network issues prevented some older iPhones from making emergency calls. You should be very cautious about using an iPhone that no longer receives security fixes, as unpatched vulnerabilities can put your device and data at risk. Which iPhones can run the latest iOS? Britta OBoyle The 2019 iPhone 11 is the oldest iPhone able to run iOS 26 and iOS 27. iOS 27 supports the same older iPhone models as iOS 26, with the iPhone 11 from 2019 remaining the oldest compatible iPhone. This includes the following devices: iPhone Duo (2026) iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max (2026) iPhone 17 Series, including iPhone Air and 17e (2025/2026) iPhone 16 Series, including iPhone 16e (2024/2025) iPhone 15 Series (2023) iPhone 14 Series (2022) iPhone SE (3rd gen, 2022) iPhone 13 Series (2021) iPhone 12 Series (2020) iPhone SE iPhone SE (2nd gen, 2020) iPhone 11 Series (2019) Which iPhones run each version of iOS? The chart below shows each version of iOS and the iPhones it ran on. As you can see, in recent years support for new iOS versions has stretched back for around six years, while, if you include the versions that Apple supports with security updates, the cover goes back a further year. iOS support chart by model Use this chart to find out what version of iOS your iPhone can run. Foundry What is the oldest iPhone still supported by Apple? iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max and iPhone XR still receiving iOS 18 security updates iPhone X and iPhone 8 last received iOS 16 security updates in May 2026 iPhone 7, iPhone SE (1st generation) and iPhone 6s last received iOS 15 security updates in May 2026 The oldest iPhones to have received security updates in 2026 are the iPhone 6s, iPhone 7 and first-generation iPhone SE, which received iOS 15.8.8 in May 2026. The iPhone 8 and iPhone X also received iOS 16.7.16 that month. However, Apple has not released another security update for either iOS 15 or iOS 16 since May. With iOS 27 now available, it seems increasingly unlikely that Apple will continue maintaining those older operating systems. It is therefore possible that the May 2026 updates were the final security releases for iOS 15 and iOS 16, although Apple has not formally confirmed that support has ended. That means we can no longer say with certainty that the iPhone 6s, iPhone 7, first-generation iPhone SE, iPhone 8 and iPhone X are still supported. They received security updates relatively recently, but ongoing protection against newly discovered vulnerabilities is no longer assured. The iPhone XS, XS Max and XR are on firmer ground. Apple released iOS 18.7.10 for these models in August 2026, indicating that iOS 18 remains an actively maintained security-update branch. Meanwhile, the iPhone 11 is the oldest standard iPhone able to run Apples latest operating system, iOS 27, although the second-generation iPhone SE is also compatible. Apples hardware classifications tell a slightly different story. The first-generation iPhone SE and iPhone X are classified as obsolete, while several other older models are classed as vintage. Apples vintage and obsolete classifications relate primarily to hardware service and parts availability and do not necessarily coincide with the end of software security updates. Which iPhones are too old The iPhone 5S. Remember? Its been a while. IDG We dont recommend using the following iPhone models because they no longer receive critical security updates, or are likely to stop receiving such updates soon. Using one of these iPhones could therefore put your security at risk: iPhone XR (2018) iPhone XS/XS Max (2018) iPhone X (2017) iPhone 8/8 Plus (2017) iPhone 7/7 Plus (2016) iPhone SE (2016) iPhone 6s/6s Plus (2014) iPhone 6/6 Plus (2014) iPhone 5s (2013) iPhone 5c (2013) iPhone 5 (2012) iPhone 4s (2011) iPhone 4 (2010) iPhone 3GS (2009) iPhone 3G (2008) iPhone (2007) For more information, see which version of iOS can my iPhone run and our list of every version of iOS . When will Apple stop supporting each iPhone? Truth is we dont know for sure, but on the basis that Apple supports phones for five to seven years after they are removed from sale: iPhone XS (2018-2019) Approx 2026 iPhone XR (2018-2021) Approx 2026 iPhone 11 (2019-2022) Approx 2027-2029 iPhone SE2 (2020-2022) Approx 2027-2029 iPhone 12 (2020-2023) Approx 2028-2030 iPhone 13 (2021) Approx 2032 iPhone SE3 (2022) Approx 2033 iPhone 14 (2022) Approx 2034 iPhone 15 (2023) Approx 2035 iPhone 16 (2024) Approx 2036 iPhone 17 (2025) Approx 2037 iPhone 18 (2025) Approx 2038 Apple Intelligence : With the arrival of Apple Intelligence AI features and their more demanding hardware requirements, older iPhones are likely to become obsolete faster. When does Apple stop repairing old iPhones? Foundry When it comes to repairs, Apple supports iPhones (and all devices it makes) for seven years from the last time it sold that particular model. So as long as your iPhone was still being sold by Apple up to seven years ago, the company or a third-party service provider will still service it. Apple distinguishes between iPhones (and other devices) that are obsolete and vintage. Vintage Apple Products : These are products that Apple stopped selling between five and seven years ago. They are considered old, but there may be limited access to repairs depending on whether Apple has the parts available. Obsolete Apple Products : These are products that Apple stopped selling between more than seven years ago. They are considered end-of-life and will no longer be repaired by Apple or an Apple Authorized Service Provider. Obsolete iPhones The following iPhones are now considered Obsolete , which means sales were discontinued more than seven years ago and Apple has now discontinued all hardware servicing. iPhone iPhone 3G iPhone 3GS iPhone 4 (all models now obsolete from 2026) iPhone 4s iPhone 5 (discontinued September 2013, obsolete in 2026) iPhone 5c (discontinued September 2013, obsolete in 2021) iPhone 5S (discontinued in 2016, vintage in 2021, obsolete in 2024) iPhone 6 (discontinued in 2016, vintage in 2021, obsolete in 2025) iPhone 6 Plus (discontinued in 2016, vintage in 2021, obsolete in 2024) iPhone 6s (32GB) (discontinued in 2018, obsolete in 2024) iPhone 6s Plus(32GB) (discontinued in 2018, obsolete in 2024) iPhone 8 and 8 Plus (PRODUCT) Red (discontinued in 2018, obsolete in 2026) iPhone SE, 2016 (discontinued in 2018, vintage in 2023, obsolete 2025) iPhone X (discontinued in 2018, vintage in 2024, obsolete 2026) Vintage iPhones And the iPhones below are listed as Vintage , which means they have not been sold for more than five years (but less than seven years). Apple will still service these products as long as it has the required parts. So you could say that the oldest iPhone still supported by Apple is now the ten-year-old iPhone 6s, but we dont expect that Apple will have the required parts. iPhone 6s (16GB, 64GB, 128GB) (discontinued in India in 2019, vintage in 2022) iPhone 6s Plus (discontinued in 2018, vintage in 2022) iPhone 7 (discontinued in 2019, vintage in May 2025) iPhone 7 Plus (discontinued in 2019, vintage in May 2025) iPhone 7 (PRODUCT) Red (discontinued in 2017, March 2022) iPhone 8 (discontinued in 2020, vintage in 2024) iPhone 8 Plus (discontinued in 2020, vintage in 2024) iPhone XS (discontinued in 2018, vintage in 2024 iPhone XS Max (discontinued in 2019, vintage in June 2025) iPhone 11 Pro & Pro Max (discontinued in 2020, vintage in September 2025) A ll iPhones that followed those handsets, so iPhone 12 onwards, should be fully supported by Apple for now. Why are some iPhones listed as vintage but some newer ones are already Obsolete? This is because Apples vintage/obsolete status is based on the date Apple stopped distributing a particular model or configuration for sale. In the case of the iPhone 6s and 6s Plus you may have noted that the 32GB models is already obsolete, while other 6s capacities remain vintage. This seems like an anomaly, however, Apple continued to sell the iPhone 6s in India after it was discontinued elsewhere. Those Indian sales continued until 2019, which may account for the extended support. PRODUCT Red iPhones also seem to reach obsolete status earlier, perhaps because of the availability of parts. You may also be interested to learn how long Apple supports Macs and how long Apple supports iPads . We also have guides for getting a broken iPhone fixed and how much Apple product repairs cost. Is your iPhone slipping into obscurity? 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'Wrong meanings being drawn': Sanjay Nishad on meeting SP's Mata Prasad Pandey

Digital Desk | Lucknow, Sep 15 (IANS) A day after meeting Leader of Opposition in the Assembly Mata Prasad Pandey, triggering intensive discussions, Uttar Pradesh Minister and Nishad Party chief Sanjay Nishad on Tuesday said that wrong meanings were being drawn from the meeting of wo senior politicians. The meeting took place at Pandey's private residence on Monday. Speaking to IANS, Nishad said: Wrong meanings are being drawn from it. He is a senior leader. He used to guide us during our youth. He was ill, so meeting him was my duty. Now, when two senior leaders meet, there will be discussions on politics. We discussed Vinod Sahani, that if the SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act had not been taken away, perhaps such an incident would not have occurred, he added. Nishad, who has been vocal about demanding separate reservation for the Nishad community within the SC quota, was referring to the murder of a Nishad community member in Gonda following a dispute over social media posts. Recently, he had led a protest against the ruling BJP-led government, despite being an ally, over Sahani's murder. Responding to the incident, the UP Minister said: The Nishad Party was born out of movements like the rail movement, road movement, jail bharo movement, gherao of the Chief Minister, gherao of the Prime Minister, Jantar Mantar movement, etc. We are advocates of society, and when society has trusted us enough to make us capable of this, we have to fight for justice on the streets. The Assembly comes later. If an officer is doing injustice and we still do not come out, then who will? We are not against the government; otherwise action would not have been taken (against the alleged murder). Action was taken, people were sent to jail, cases were registered, and police postings were changed. All this happened because our government stood with the victim, he asserted. Asked about seat-sharing for the 2027 Assembly elections, Sanjay Nishad emphasised the seats lost by the BJP-led alliance. In the Treta Yuga, Nishad Raj helped Lord Ram achieve victory, and the lord embraced him and trusted Nishad Raj. Today. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath have trusted and embraced us, so naturally we talk about victory and the seats that can help us win. All the alliance partners should be given the seats that we were defeated in. We are allies only when we win the seats that were lost, he said.

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Delhi airport sees protest as Dubai-bound SpiceJet flights face disruption

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 15 (IANS) Passengers of two SpiceJet flights from Delhi to Dubai faced prolonged delays with one flight remaining grounded for more than 24 hours, leading to protests at Delhi airport on Tuesday, a report said. NDTV reported that Flight SG 5111 which was scheduled to depart at 7:45 am on Monday delayed several times and had not departed by the time of reporting. However, flight tracking platform Flightradar24 showed the flight as cancelled. Another flight (SG 5105) which was scheduled to leave Delhi at 6:45 pm on Monday was delayed until Tuesday afternoon, it added. Moreover, passengers said they had not received fresh updates from the airline. In addition, viral videos on social media platforms from the airport showed stranded passengers sitting on the terminal floor and demanding information about their flights. According to sources, Delhi Airport authorities provided food and refreshments to affected passengers while assisting them during the disruption, the report said. Moreover, an X user posted, Delhi airport passengers protested after two SpiceJet flights to Dubai faced over twenty-four hour delays due to operational issues. Stranded travellers waited on terminal floors while authorities provided food and refreshments. SpiceJet said the delays were caused by operational issues after one of its aircraft was grounded. SpiceJet flights SG 5111 and SG 5105, operating from Delhi to Dubai, have been delayed due to operational reasons following the grounding of an aircraft, the airline said in a statement. The airline added that alternate flights were being arranged for affected passengers and apologised for the inconvenience caused. Recently this month, several flight operations were disrupted due to weather and technical errors. On Sunday, an Air India aircraft (AI431) was diverted to Lucknow due to unfavourable weather and visibility conditions. Similarly, a flight of the airline from Bhopal to Delhi on September 13 was forced to divert at Jaipur due to a technical issue as per laid down procedures.

Students protest in Patna demanding cancellation of Bihar Daroga recruitment exam, clash with police

A large number of students preparing for competitive examinations took to the streets in Bihar's capital Patna on Tuesday, demanding the cancellation of the recently held Bihar Police Sub-Inspector recruitment examination and raising several other demands. As per the information, the protest was held near Gandhi Maidan and intensified around JP Golambar, where demonstrators reportedly engaged in a scuffle with police personnel. The students are particularly angry over the examination conducted for the recruitment of 1,799 Sub-Inspector posts. They have demanded that the examination be cancelled and conducted afresh in a transparent manner.

Seven held for 'purification' after protest near KCR's farmhouse in Telangana

Digital Desk | Hyderabad, Sep 15 (IANS) Telangana Police have arrested seven people in a case relating to the alleged purification of roads at Erravalli near the farmhouse of BRS president and former Chief Minister K. Chandrasekhar Rao in Siddipet district. A former sarpanch of Vardarajpur village and six leaders of Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) were taken into custody on Monday from a lodge in Vijayawada in neighbouring Andhra Pradesh. The accused were brought to Gajwel and produced before a magistrate, who then sent them to judicial custody for 14 days. Subsequently, they were shifted to Siddipet jail. The accused had allegedly performed 'purification' rituals, using turmeric water, on September 9. The 'purification' was done a day after Congress workers and Dalit organisations held a Chavu-Dappu (funeral drum-beating) protest in the area. The protest by Congress workers and Dalit organisations was against alleged derogatory and abusive remarks by two BRS MLCs against Telangana Assembly Speaker Gaddam Prasad Kumar. Following the protest, BRS workers sprinkled turmeric water on the roads and other areas through which the protesters had passed. The alleged 'purification' had sparked a huge controversy with the ruling Congress party demanding strong action over what it called 'insult' to Dalits. On a complaint by local Congress leaders, police registered a case and took up the investigation. Forensic evidence was collected as part of the investigation. Police had been on the lookout for the accused, finally tracing them to a lodge in Vijayawada after one of them switched on his mobile phone. The protest by Congress workers and Dalit organisations near KCR's farmhouse had followed the September 7 incident at the Assembly gate. During the scuffle between BRS legislators and police, two BRS MLCs had allegedly made certain derogatory and abusive remarks against Speaker Gaddam Prasad Kumar. Both the MLCs were booked and arrested the next day. However, a court had ordered their release the same day.

Our main focus now on International Ramkatha Museum; tenders to be issued from Oct 10: Nripendra Misra

Digital Desk | Ayodhya, Sep 15 (IANS) Ram Mandir Construction Committee Chairman, Nripendra Misra, on Tuesday said that the main construction of the Ram Temple in the Ram Janmbhoomi complex has been completed and added that the committees primary focus has now shifted to establishing the International Ramkatha Museum. He said tenders for this project would be floated from October 10. Speaking to reporters, Nripendra Misra said, There will be a discussion on the museum today as well. The biggest work for the museum is now about to begin. Tenders for each gallery will be issued from October 10. There are 20 galleries in total-Gallery 1, Gallery 2, and so on. He further said that the theme for each gallery was different and has already been decided. The theme for each gallery has been decided, and the storyline has also been finalised. Our Director, Sanjeev Kumar Singh, has worked very hard to prepare the entire storyline, he said. Misra said that videos will now have to be created using various technologies, including immersive technology, 3D technology and others. Based on that, videos will now have to be created using various technologies, including immersive technology, 3D technology and others. The tender for the technology, including the hardware and software required, is expected to be issued by October 10. The tender is likely to be finalised by the end of October, after which it will take around six months to complete the galleries, he said. Misra added that now that the construction of the Ram temple has been completed, the focus has shifted to taking the remaining work to its logical conclusion. Our main focus now is on the International Ramkatha Museum. Within the temple complex, and outside the complex, there is an auditorium whose construction is currently underway. There has been a delay of around three to four months in its construction. However, we hope that it will definitely be completed by January or February, he added. On the temple construction, Misra mentioned that the companies dues will be finalised, and as per the conditions. All the companies will be given a performance bank guarantee, which will ensure that the value of the asset is maintained. Misra who is spearheading the transformation of the International Ramkatha Museum, mentioned that the museum, once finished, will showcase the law and order systems of the last 500 years, and the life of Lord Ram. The Ramkatha Museum was established in 1988, which collects and maintains literature and artefacts related to Lord Rams life. suruchi/rad

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'Good Teams Remember What Happened Earlier': Mazumdar On India Avenge 2024 Asia Cup Loss

Dubai International Cricket Stadium: India women's head coach Amol Mazumdar said strong teams never forget their previous setbacks as he praised his side for learning from their 2024 final defeat to Sri Lanka and responding with a dominant 72-run victory in the Asia Cup 2026 final. India lifted the continental title for a record-extending eighth time after posting 183/5 and bowling Sri Lanka out for 111 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Sunday. Speaking to the players in the dressing room after the triumph, Mazumdar highlighted how the team had used its previous final experience to produce a better performance this time around. Good teams, they remember what had happened earlier. Strong teams never forget. They should never forget what had happened, Mazumdar said in a video shared by the BCCI. Sri Lanka had beaten India by eight wickets in the 2024 final in Dambulla to claim their maiden Womens Asia Cup title. India, however, returned to the final two years later and made sure there was no repeat of that result. Mazumdar first praised the opening partnership between Shafali Verma and Smriti Mandhana, who put India in a commanding position with a record 129-run stand. I think before I say anything, I think a massive round of applause for the 129 runs scored, he said. Shafali smashed 68 off 39 balls, while Mandhana made 59 off 39 as India raced to a strong total. Shafali also registered the fastest half-century in the history of the tournament, reaching the landmark in just 24 balls. Mazumdar then turned his attention to the bowling performance, praising the efforts of the entire unit before highlighting young spinner Shree Charani, who returned figures of 4-20. Bowling, unbelievable. Kranti superb. Two overs, eight runs, one wicket. Nandini Sharma, three overs, 17 runs. One for 22 of three for Prema, three for 19 off four for Deepti, superb, four overs, 23, one wicket for Shafali, he said. For the bowling group, the youngest member, Shree Charani, she was amazing, Mazumdar added while applauding the youngsters four-wicket haul. Captain Harmanpreet Kaur also credited the team for learning from its previous final experience and producing a more disciplined performance. I think the last time in the finals we made many mistakes, but we have learnt from them. Today was all about playing good cricket and trying to make fewer mistakes on the field because we have seen the finals; its all about giving your best and at the same time making fewer mistakes, Harmanpreet said. Captain Harmanpreet Kaur also credited the team for learning from its previous final experience and producing a more disciplined performance. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories The triumph also gave India their eighth Womens Asia Cup title, further extending their record in the competition. Article Source: IANS

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Asian Games 2026: OCA bars relationships involving power imbalance, harassment and degrading language

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Exclusive: The man behind Hyderabad

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SpiceJet Delhi-Dubai Flights Delayed For Over 24 Hours, Passengers Protest At Airport

Two SpiceJet flights from Delhi to Dubai were hit by prolonged delays, with one remaining grounded for over 24 hours, triggering protests by stranded passengers inside Delhi airport on Tuesday. One of the affected flights, SG 5111, was originally scheduled to depart at 7:45 am on Monday. After being delayed multiple times, first to Monday evening and then to 9:00 am on Tuesday, it had still not taken off at the time of reporting. Flight tracking website Flightradar24 showed the flight status as cancelled. Another flight, SG 5105, scheduled to depart Delhi for Dubai at 6:45 pm on Monday, was delayed to 12:00 pm on Tuesday. Passengers said they had not received any fresh update from the airline. Frustrated over the prolonged delays and uncertainty, passengers gathered inside the airport and staged a protest, demanding answers from the airline.

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Stipend hike: Veterinary interns get fresh assurance

Srinagar, Sept 14: The ongoing protest by veterinary interns at SKUAST-K Shuhama campus over the demand for a Stipend hike in their monthly stipend may see some movement after a delegation of interns and faculty members held a meeting with Agriculture Minister Javed Ahmad Dar, with Veterinary Association President Saqlain Rashid describing the interaction as positive. Speaking to Rising Kashmir, Saqlain Rashid said the delegation, which included two professors, met the Agriculture Minister around 11:30 am on Monday and discussed the pending proposal concerning the stipend hike. Rashid said the minister informed the delegation that the proposal for 2024 had been sent directly to the Finance Department, whereas the prescribed procedure requires it to be routed through the Agriculture Production Department (APD). According to Rashid, the minister advised the university authorities to prepare a fresh proposal and ensure that it is first routed through the APD before being forwarded to the Finance Department. He also assured us that if the file reaches him within 30 days, he will make efforts to get it cleared within 20 days, Rashid said, adding that the minister addressed the concerns raised by the delegation and gave them adequate time to explain their demands. Rashid said the minister also spoke to the Vice Chancellor during the meeting and asked him to initiate a fresh proposal through the proper channel. Following the meeting with the minister, the delegation also met the Vice Chancellor, who, according to Rashid, assured them that the fresh proposal would be prepared soon. The Vice Chancellor told us that the fresh proposal should be completed by tomorrow, Rashid said. The veterinary interns at SKUAST-Ks Shuhama campus have been protesting for several days, demanding an increase in their stipend, which they say remains significantly lower than that being provided to veterinary interns in several other institutions and states. Rashid, however, said the association would decide its next course of action collectively after consulting the protesting students. I have not spoken to the students yet. I will discuss the matter with them first and then make a further statement regarding the protest, including whether it will continue or not, he said. Meanwhile, sources told Rising Kashmir that a fresh proposal has been sent in connection with the stipend issue, potentially paving the way for further consideration by the concerned departments.

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Himani Shivpuri recalls living in rented flat, reveals how she juggled motherhood, housework and theatre

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 15 (IANS) Veteran actress Himani Shivpuri recalled the early days of her career when she lived in a rented flat, travelled by bus and juggled motherhood, household responsibilities and her passion for theatre. Taking to Instagram, the Hum Aapke Hain Koun actress shared a throwback photograph from the 1980s and opened up about the period when she was associated with the NSD Repertory Company. Recalling those days, the actress said she used to live in a rented flat in Mayur Vihar and travel every day by bus to Mandi House for theatre rehearsals and performances. Himani also remembered balancing her professional commitments with managing the household and bringing up her son. Suprabhat! Sharing a photo from the eightees, used to stay in Mayur Vihar in a rental flat, travelled everyday to Mandi house in a bus,Nsd repertory company, doing theatre, managing the housework, bringing up my son, the rehearsals, the struggle period.. but I was happy as I was doing something that I loved- theatre, she wrote. The throwback photograph shows the actress in her younger days, sitting alongside her son and capturing a cherished moment from that phase of her life. On the professional front, Himani Shivpuri has established a prominent place for herself in the Hindi entertainment industry, with a career spanning more than four decades. During her illustrious journey, the veteran actress has been part of several acclaimed and commercially successful films, including Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge, Pardes, Hero No. 1, Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham, Koyla, among others. Himani is currently seen portraying the role of Katori Amma, also known as Katto Amma, in the television series Happu Ki Ultan Paltan. The show is a spin-off of the popular comedy series Bhabiji Ghar Par Hain! Set in Kanpur, it revolves around police officer Happu Singh and his large family, including his wife Rajesh, mother Katori, and their nine children. The series chronicles their everyday lives and the hilarious situations they find themselves in, leading to a string of comic misadventures.

Kalyana Karnataka Utsav 2026: K'taka Minister urges people to participate in large numbers

Digital Desk | Kalaburagi, Sep 15 (IANS)Karnataka Home, IT-BT and e-Governance Minister and Kalaburagi district in-charge Minister Priyank Kharge on Tuesday appealed to the public, youth, students and families to participate in large numbers in the 79th Kalyana Karnataka Utsav-2026, to be held in Kalaburagi on September 16 and 17. A variety of cultural, music, dance and entertainment programmes have been organised at different venues across the city to celebrate the history, art, culture, traditions and local talent of Kalyana Karnataka. The 79th Kalyana Karnataka Utsav will be a peoples festival celebrating the history, art, culture, traditions and talent of our region. I appeal to the people of Kalaburagi city and district to attend the two-day programmes in large numbers with their families and friends and actively participate in the celebrations, Kharge said. He particularly urged school and college students and other youngsters to attend the programmes, enjoy the performances and encourage local artists and talent. Kalaburagi city will come alive with festivities on September 16 and 17. The active participation of the public will be the key to the success of the festival, he said. On September 16, cultural performances by local artists will be held at Public Garden from 6.30 p.m., followed by classical dance and other dance performances. Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar will inaugurate the Street Festival at 8 p.m. The Savari Band team will perform from 8.30 p.m. to 10 p.m. At Appana Kere, an Indo-fusion instrumental performance by Bhairav and team will be held from 7 p.m. to 8.30 p.m. The Chief Minister will inaugurate the lake development works at 8.30 p.m. A 3D light show and drone show will be held from 9 p.m. to 9.30 p.m. On September 17, the Chief Minister will hoist the national flag at 9 a.m. at the Police Parade Ground as part of Kalyana Karnataka Liberation Day celebrations. A group dance performance by the Dance Karnataka Dance team will be held at the parade ground from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m., along with a live painting session by renowned artist Vilas Nayak. At Dr S.M. Pandit Rangamandira, programmes from 6.30 p.m. to 8 p.m. will include Ganesh Vandana, stand-up comedy by Vivek Maralidharan, a contemporary dance performance by Step N Style, and stand-up comedy by S. Sonuvenu Gopal. From 8 p.m. to 10 p.m., Bengaluru-based Acoustic Saga will present a multilingual musical performance. At Public Garden, dance performances, Sugama Sangeetha and a stand-up comedy performance by Srushti will be held from 6.30 p.m. to 8 p.m. The Zee Kannada Sa Re Ga Ma Pa team will present a musical programme from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. At Appana Kere, a sound-and-light show will be held every 30 minutes from 7 p.m. to 9.30 p.m. on September 17.

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Chennai fishermen to meet today against TVK govt's new secretariat plan

Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 15 (IANS) Fishermen from nine coastal villages will hold a consultation meeting at Pattinapakkam on Tuesday to discuss their opposition to the Vijay-led TVK governments proposal to construct a new Secretariat complex in the coastal neighbourhood. The meeting will take place in front of the Mullikuppam Social Welfare Centre under the auspices of the Mullikuppam-Srinivasapuram and Mullimanagar fishing village panchayat councils. Representatives of fishing villages stretching from Nettukuppam in Ennore to Nainarkuppam in Chennai district, along with local residents, are expected to participate. Fishermens association sources said the meeting would discuss plans to issue protest notices demanding the withdrawal of the government order related to the proposed project. The fishermen alleged that the order endangered the livelihoods and customary rights of nine fishing settlements in and around Pattinapakkam. The meeting is expected to decide the next phase of agitation if the government refuses to reconsider the proposed location. The government has issued an order initiating the process of identifying and finalising land for the administrative complex. Pattinapakkam, along Santhome Road in south Chennai, has emerged as the preferred location, with 24 to 25 acres reportedly being considered for the project. Community representatives fear that a massive government complex would reduce the space available for fishing-related activities, affect routes used to transport boats and nets, and accelerate the displacement of traditional coastal settlements. They are also likely to raise concerns over traffic congestion on Santhome Road, pressure on civic infrastructure and the possible environmental impact on the shoreline, including sensitive turtle-nesting stretches. The Vijay government has argued that a modern Secretariat is required to bring departments together, improve coordination and overcome space and infrastructure limitations at the existing Fort St George complex. The proposal, however, has drawn criticism over its necessity, location and financial implications. The project has been associated with an estimated borrowing requirement of about Rs 1,200 crore, although the government has yet to disclose its final design, cost or construction schedule. The controversy has emerged months after C. Joseph Vijays Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam assumed office following a sweeping victory in the 2026 Assembly election. TVK won 108 seats and displaced the DMK government after a high-pitched campaign promising administrative reform and cleaner governance. Fishermen maintained that major development projects affecting the coast could not be implemented without meaningful consultations with traditional fishing communities.

US bets $450 million on easing China tungsten reliance

Digital Desk | Washington, Sep 15 (IANS) The Pentagon has announced a $450 million investment in an American metals company to expand tungsten production and reduce dependence on Chinese supplies of a material used in missiles, fighter aircraft and submarines. The investment in The Elmet Group will support domestic processing and manufacturing. Announcing the move on September 14, the department said it would help secure supplies for the US defence industry. China accounts for an estimated 85 per cent of global tungsten supply, according to the Pentagon. The department said expanding refining and processing capacity in the United States and aligned countries would reduce exposure to supply chains dominated by potential adversaries. This investment reflects the Department's commitment to rebuilding critical industrial capacity in the United States, said Mike Cadenazzi, assistant secretary for industrial base policy. Expanding domestic tungsten processing will strengthen supply chain resilience, support high-quality manufacturing jobs, and reinforce the production base behind essential defense systems. The department said Elmet supports more than 100 military programmes. These include the F-35 fighter, Patriot PAC-3 air defence system, Trident D5 missile and Virginia- and Columbia-class submarines. It described the company as the only US-owned, fully integrated producer of tungsten and molybdenum materials and components. A central part of the investment concerns ammonium paratungstate, a compound used in tungsten processing. The Pentagon said the funding would establish the only independent facility producing it in North America. It identified this processing stage as a major vulnerability in the US industrial base. The Economic Defense Unit was created to identify critical industrial chokepoints before adversaries can exploit them and before they become battlefield risk, said George K. Kollitides II, the units director. He said the investment would protect a domestic processing capability needed to sustain military production. The Pentagon expects the project to create jobs in Coldwater, Michigan, and Lewiston, Maine. It also expects to preserve manufacturing jobs in Euclid, Ohio, and increase demand for mining jobs in Nevada. Separately, it estimated that the investment would support about 1,200 downstream jobs across manufacturing, engineering and logistics networks serving major defence suppliers. These are projected benefits, rather than jobs already created. Elmets own announcement confirmed the $450 million commitment. The company said funding would begin with an initial $200 million drawdown at closing, followed by further drawdowns. Under the agreement, the department will receive preferred equity and warrants representing up to 19.9 per cent of Elmets common stock on a post-transaction basis. It will also have the right to appoint an independent director and a non-voting board observer. The company said it anticipated investing more than $165 million in its manufacturing operations in Maine, Michigan and Ohio. The planned upgrades would expand capacity and modernise facilities supplying defence and industrial customers. Tungsten is valued for its hardness, density and resistance to heat and wear. Those properties make it useful in military equipment as well as demanding industrial applications. The Pentagon identifies uses across missiles, munitions, aerospace, propulsion, naval systems and electronics.

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2 J&K cyclists complete Leh-Khardung La ride in 12 hours

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JNC seeks clarity on status quo over Shree Cement project

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Jammu: The Missing Frame

The red carpet had been rolled out. The cameras were rolling. Bollywood had arrived by the droves, with the likes of Vidhu Vinod Chopra suffused with a sense of nostalgia and exclaiming that finally it was a homecoming for him to come to Kashmir and watch the heralding of the first ever IFFJK( International film festival of Jammu & Kashmir) at the International Convention Centre in Srinagar. The inaugural session of the International Film Festival of J&K was held on 07 th Sep 2026 with a passionate pitch by the CM, Omar Abdullah, making it known to the attendees, national as well as international film-makers, to carry a piece of J&K in their hearts, asserting that the UT was open, safe, vibrant and eager once again to welcome them with open arms. Urging the congregation that had some of the whos who of film making fraternity across the globe, the CM was in his element when he exhorted them that it was they who were now the virtual ambassadors for the UT and should showcase J&K to the rest of the world as a happening place. The irony was striking. The festival carried the name Jammu & Kashmir, with words as international film being used to mark the event being showcased as the joint representation of both regions of the erstwhile state. This grandstanding has always been the wont of Kashmir-centric thinkers and doers for decades, to no end. Welcome to yet another write-up that has the seeds of dissension not only within J&K, but also outside the geographical boundaries of the UT. At the very outset, let me put a word of caution to the readers that this attempt of mine is not at all an anti-Kashmir article, but as an equaliser for the Jammu region. This should not become, as mentioned by me above, another tired Jammu vs Kashmir argument. Nor should anyone interpret it as resentment towards Kashmirs success. Kashmir has an extraordinary cinematic landscape, and it is entirely legitimate that filmmakers should rediscover it. The problem begins when a festival carrying the name Jammu& Kashmir starts becoming, in perception and projection, predominantly a festival of Kashmir. Jammu cannot be a prefix in nomenclature of the erstwhile state and a footnote in the narrative. Highlighting the cinemas power to transcend cultural and geo-political divides, the present CM of J&K said it is a universal language that knows no borders, requires no translation, and reminds us of our shared humanity, urging the filmmakers from more than 40 countries to seek out stories of J&K. Absolutely to the point. The reach of cinema in todays world holds the same charisma that it held centuries back, when in 1895, the French inventors Auguste and Louis Lumiere held the first public screening of projected motion pictures at the Grand caf in Paris. But more than this milestone, for J&K, the holding of IFFJK at Srinagar on 07 September 2026 transcends cinematic aspirations and dwells into the intangible world of Geo-strategic machinations. Once a place where, after sunset, all means of entertainment used to be shut under the threat of terrorists guns, the very idea of holding IFFJK has outsmarted all nefarious designs churned out by forces inimical to Indian interests on both sides of the Pir Panjal ranges. The same sentiments were uttered by Mr Jatinder Singh, Union Minister (MoS) in the PMO, who was called upon to address the conference at the IFFJK. Do the filmmakers, both at the national as well as international level, know that Jammu has a cinematic canvas that remains astonishingly unexplored? There is the grandeur of Mubarak Mandi, once the seat of Dogra royalty for centuries, and from where some very momentous decisions were made, which still have their reverberations felt on the firmament of this sub-continent. There is the Bahu fort overlooking the Tawi river. There are ancient temples of Purmandal and Utterbehni, and still much more in the form of world-famous Basholi, with its internationally recognised miniature Pahari paintings, many of them unfortunately being displayed at world-famous museums and exhibitions cum art festivals in the USA and even in Europe and not in India? There are Mansar and Surinsar lakes from which Dogra land derives its very sustenance as far as its identity goes. There are forests, mountains, rivers, forts and palaces which I am quite sure is a cinema-goers delight, provided put on the silver screen. But more importantly, there are people and stories. Stories of Dogra history, valour, as also of present-day soldiers and their border villages. Stories of partition and displacement; and not to miss countless tales from the border towns of Poonch and Rajouri. Once considered the Sword arm of northern India , the simple folk of Dogra land belong to that civilisation which stood at the crossroads of destiny of this nation, both in terms of survival from onslaughts of foreign marauders from the NW of India as also the progenitors of a bygone era of chivalry. Is this not enough of ammo for the national / International film makers to charge their cinematic guns with loads of good material and direct them towards their cinema-goers? If it is not, then I am not sure what else will entice the cinema-goers to gravitate towards Jammu-centric stuff in the movies. The stated ambition of IFFJK was impressive. The organisers described it as a platform for artistic excellence, cultural exchange, filmmaking and film tourism, with international competition, regional cinema and industry interactions. The festival website also specifically provided for Jammu screenings. But an international film festival is not merely about where films are screened. It is also about where people are taken, whom they meet, what they see and what stories they carry home. If internationally known actors, directors, producers and cinematographers had come to J&K, why werent they taken to the cultural and historical locales of the Jammu region? Why couldnt IIFJK organise a dedicated Jammu film festival and story market, where local writers, filmmakers, actors, and production houses could pitch their stories to national and international producers? That would have been a genuine inclusion. The current IIFJK, by putting Jammu simply as the destination for screening schedules, is an outright insult to the countless cinegoers as well as acclaimed present & past Dogra actors and heroes who did proud the Bollywood world by their cinematic prowess. The spotlight of IFFJK should have crossed the mighty Pir Panjal ranges and landed on the terra firma of Jammu to be of any real worth. Could a complete half of the UT ( Jammu region) be discarded from the halo so garnered by this festival? There could have been a simple solution to this imbroglio. If the first edition has had its grand opening and principal ceremonies in Srinagar, then ideally the closing edition should have been earmarked for Jammu; the actual gateway to J&K. Because if IFFJK is genuinely a festival of international acclaim and representing the whole of UT, then Jammu cannot remain the missing frame in the picture. (The writer is a retired army officer & a regular scribe of Rising Kashmir paper. He can be approached at his email: slalotra4729@gmail.com)

EJAC urges govt to address NHM demands

Srinagar: The Employees Joint Action Committee (EJAC) Jammu and Kashmir has expressed serious concern over the ongoing protest by employees of the National Health Mission (NHM) and urged the Government to intervene immediately and resolve their genuine and long-pending issues in a time-bound manner. In a statement, Senior Trade Union leader and EJAC President Fayaz Ahmad Shabnam said that the NHM employees constitute an important component of the healthcare delivery system in Jammu and Kashmir and have been rendering their services for years under demanding circumstances across Jammu and Kashmir. He urged the Government to adopt a sympathetic and positive approach towards the concerns of the protesting employees and initiate meaningful dialogue with their representatives so that the ongoing protest is brought to an early end. Mr. Shabnam said that the demands being raised by the NHM employees are genuine and deserve due consideration. These employees have been continuously contributing to the healthcare system and serving the people of Jammu and Kashmir. He said that the concerns of these employees relating to remuneration, pay disparity, job security and social security cannot be allowed to remain unresolved indefinitely. The EJAC President stressed that the issue of pay disparity with NHM employees working in other states needs to be examined objectively, keeping in view the nature of duties, responsibilities and length of service of the employees. He further urged the Government to formulate a clear and comprehensive policy for job security and regularisation so that employees working under NHM are not left in uncertainty regarding their future. Fayaz Ahmad Shabnam said that while the interests of patients and uninterrupted healthcare services must remain paramount, a prolonged agitation can be avoided only through constructive dialogue and a mutually acceptable resolution. Mr. Shabnam expressed hope that the Government would respond positively to their genuine concerns and take necessary measures to end the present impasse.

Putin Nukes Trump's Midterm Hopes? POTUS In SHOCK As New Report Drops Don Jr. Wedding Bombshell

US President Donald Trump is facing fresh criticism after a news report claimed that Russian businessman Umar Kremlev, described in the report as having close ties to Vladimir Putin, helped fund hundreds of thousands of dollars in expenses for Donald Trump Jr.s lavish Bahamas wedding to Bettina Anderson. The reported spending allegedly included a private island rental, fireworks and other wedding arrangements. The revelation has triggered a new political storm, with Democrats demanding answers over why a Putin-linked figure would help pay for the U.S. presidents sons wedding and, crucially, what he may have expected in return. Rep. Robert Garcia publicly asked exactly that question.

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Australian HYROX athlete Joanna Wietrzyk reportedly soils herself during race and keeps going: Who is she and how hard is the fitness competition?

During a grueling HYROX race in Beijing, an Australian athlete faced an unexpected challenge as she experienced bowel incontinence. Remarkably, she pressed on with her competition, igniting discussions on the nature of shared athletic environments. This incident underscores the intense physical challenges posed by HYROX, which blends running with demanding functional workout stations.

Army commander visits Akhnoor sector in Jammu, reviews operational readiness

Jammu, Sep 14: The General Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Northern Command, Lt Gen Pratik Sharma, on Monday visited forward areas in the Akhnoor sector here to assess the existing security dynamics and review the operational readiness of the units, the Army said. The Army Commander commended the troops for their relentless resolve and formidable spirit in safeguarding the Nation, the Northern Command said in a post on X. Lt Gen Sharma encouraged all ranks to pursue excellence in operational capability, remain vigilant, responsive and combat-ready at all times, it said.

Two J&K Womens Development Corporation officials held for bribery

Digital Desk | Srinagar, Sep 14 (IANS) J&K Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) on Monday said it has arrested two officers of the J&K Womens Development Corporation for accepting bribes. An ACB statement said that it trapped and arrested two field officers of the corporation for demanding and accepting bribes. It said the ACB received a written complaint alleging that Owais Ahmad Khan, a Field Supervisor, had demanded illegal gratification from the complainant for facilitating the release/disbursement of a sanctioned loan amount of Rs 3 lakh under the WEP (Women Entrepreneurship Platform) Scheme. As the complainant was unwilling to pay the bribe, he approached the ACB and lodged a written complaint. Upon receipt of the complaint, the allegations were verified, and the verification prima facie established the demand of illegal gratification. Accordingly, Case FIR No. 15/2026 under Section 7, Section 7A of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988 & Section 61(2) BNS, was registered at Police Station ACB Srinagar, and investigation was taken up. A trap team was constituted to lay a trap. During the trap proceedings, the field supervisor was caught red-handed while demanding and accepting illegal gratification from the complainant in lieu of facilitating the release/disbursement of the sanctioned loan. During the course of the trap proceedings, another public servant, namely Meiraj-ud-din Sheikh, Field Supervisor, was also arrested on the spot for his alleged involvement in the commission of the offence. The exact role and involvement of the said accused is being ascertained during investigation. The tainted bribe money was recovered from the possession of the accused in the presence of independent witnesses. Both accused persons were subjected to medico-legal formalities and have been lodged in Police Station Shaheed Gunj, Srinagar. Further investigation in the case is in progress, it added.

Rajasthan Civic Polls 2026: BJP Extends Its Dominance Across Urban Rajasthan

The BJP has emerged as the clear front-runner in Rajasthans 2026 municipal elections, building commanding leads across the states most important urban centres as counting continues in one of the biggest civic contests ahead of the 2028 Assembly election. The Scale of the Contest Rajasthan went to the polls across 309 urban local bodies [] The post Rajasthan Civic Polls 2026: BJP Extends Its Dominance Across Urban Rajasthan appeared first on Tfipost.com .

Assam: BJP-Congress contest in Nagaon bypoll will test politics of fear, says Gaurav Gogoi

Digital Desk | Guwahati, Sep 14 (IANS) Assam Congress president and Jorhat Lok Sabha MP Gaurav Gogoi on Monday said that the upcoming Nagaon Lok Sabha by-election would essentially be a direct political contest between the BJP and the Congress and described the poll as a test of whether the ruling partys alleged politics of fear would prevail or voters would demonstrate the courage to oppose it. Speaking to IANS, Gogoi said, The main political contest will be between the BJP and the Congress. This election will be an examination of whether the BJP's politics of fear wins, or whether the courage among people against the BJP ultimately translates into a victory for the people. He said the Congress was confident that voters in Nagaon would reject what he described as an atmosphere of fear and intimidation. Our full belief is that the people of Nagaon will uproot the atmosphere of fear that the BJP is creating. Today, people are demanding their rights from the government as citizens. They are demanding respect as citizens. People will reject this politics of fear and intimidation, Gogoi said. The bypoll has assumed significance for both the BJP and the Congress after the constituency was vacated by former Congress MP Pradyut Bordoloi. A two-time Congress MP from Nagaon, Bordoloi resigned from the party and the Lok Sabha earlier this year before joining the BJP ahead of the Assam Assembly elections. He subsequently contested from Dispur on a BJP ticket and won, leaving the Nagaon parliamentary seat vacant. The BJP has now fielded former Nagaon Deputy Commissioner and IAS officer Devasish Sharma for the bypoll. Sharma took voluntary retirement from government service on September 3, joined the BJP on September 8 and was named the partys candidate on September 11, within days of leaving the bureaucracy. His candidature has become another major flashpoint in the campaign. The Congress has questioned the timing of his retirement and political entry, pointing out that Sharma had served as Nagaons District Commissioner as well as District Election Officer before entering electoral politics. Congress MP Rakibul Hussain has approached election authorities seeking scrutiny of decisions taken during Sharmas tenure. The BJP, however, has defended Sharmas candidature, maintaining that there was nothing improper about a government officer entering politics after his voluntary retirement was accepted. The Nagaon contest is particularly important for the Congress as the party seeks to retain a constituency it held in the 2019 and 2024 Lok Sabha elections under Bordoloi. In the 2024 election, Bordoloi defeated BJP candidate Suresh Bora, while the AIUDF also polled a significant number of votes. The by-election will be held on October 6, with counting scheduled for October 9. With the BJP seeking to convert Bordolois switch and Sharmas local administrative profile into electoral advantage, the Congress is attempting to turn the contest into a referendum on the BJP governments style of politics. For Gogoi, therefore, the Nagaon bypoll is more than a fight for a vacant Lok Sabha seat. He has framed it as a choice between what he calls the BJPs fear and intimidation and the courage of voters to demand rights, dignity and accountability from those in power.

Champions With Principles: India

Dubai witnessed something far bigger than a cricket final on Sunday night. Indias women didnt just thrash Sri Lanka by a commanding 72 runs to lift their record-extending eighth Womens Asia Cup title they showed the world that Indian sportswomen play by their own rules, and national dignity comes before any trophy. A Statement, [] The post Champions With Principles: Indias Women Show the World How to Win With Dignity appeared first on Tfipost.com .

Sr Men Inter-Department National Hockey: Railway Sports Promotion Board clinch title

Digital Desk | Hyderabad, Sep 14 (IANS) Railway Sports Promotion Board (RSPB) lifted the title after a commanding 4-1 win in the final over All India Police Sports Control Board as the 6th Hockey India Senior Men Inter-Department National Championship 2026 concluded in Hyderabad on Monday. Petroleum Sports Promotion Board secured third place with a lone-goal win over Comptroller & Auditor General of India in the third-place playoff. In the final, RSPB were in inspired form, running out 4-1 winners against All India Police Sports Control Board. Amandeep Lakra (41, 42) struck twice, with Deep Atul (20) and Rohit (36) also finding the net as Railway Sports Promotion Board sealed the championship in style. Shubham (36) scored the lone reply for All India Police Sports Control Board, who will have to settle for the runners-up spot. Earlier in the day, Petroleum Sports Promotion Board (PSPB) edged Comptroller & Auditor General of India (CAG) 1-0 to claim third place, with Affan Yousuf's (53) strike proving the difference between the two sides. When the final whistle was blown, Railway Sports Promotion Board brought the curtain down on the 6th Hockey India Senior Men Inter-Department National Championship 2026 as deserving champions, capping off a tournament that produced high-scoring contests and dramatic finishes throughout. Railway Sports Promotion Board and All India Police Sports Control Board booked their places in Monday's final with hard-fought wins in their respective semifinal matches on Sunday. In semifinal 1, Railway Sports Promotion Board edged past Petroleum Sports Promotion Board 2-1. Amandeep Lakra (9, 27) struck twice to see his side through, while Gurjot Singh's (45) reply was not enough for PSPB. Semifinal 2 was settled by a single goal, with All India Police Sports Control Board getting the better of Comptroller & Auditor General of India 1-0. Haris Mohammad's (25) strike proved decisive as AIPSCB held firm to book their spot in the final. Final Standings: Champions: Railway Sports Promotion Board Runners-up: All India Police Sports Control Board 3rd Place: Petroleum Sports Promotion Board 4th Place: Comptroller & Auditor General of India

Bring dried paddy to mandis to avoid problems: Haryana minister to farmers

Delhi court reserves order on bail plea of Hindutva influencer Swatantra Bhardwaj

Mr. Bhardwaj was detained in Bulandshahr on September 4, hours after the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) staged a protest outside the Parliament Street police station demanding his arrest over the alleged assault.

Maratha quota needs legal backing, not just Chhatrapati family's signature: Maha Minister

Digital Desk | Satara, Sep 14 (IANS) Maharashtra Public Works Minister and Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's descendant Shivendrasinhraje Bhosale on Monday said the issue of Maratha reservation cannot be resolved merely through the signature of the Chhatrapati family. For this, establishing a legal framework, undergoing judicial processes, and fulfilling administrative requirements are essential. He also appealed to Maratha quota activist Manoj Jarange Patil to cooperate with the ongoing legal process for reservation. Speaking to the media, Minister Bhosale said that the state government is very much positive about granting reservation to the Maratha community. However, rather than making a rushed, temporary decision that deceives the community, it is crucial to secure a legally robust reservation that will stand up in court. He emphasised that without compiling all the necessary evidence and completing the required administrative procedures, the reservation will not be sustainable in the long run. This entire process will have to go through the work of the Justice Shinde Committee, guidance from retired judges, and judicial scrutiny. One must understand the reality that this matter will not be solved overnight just because someone from the Chhatrapati family signs on it, he remarked. While appealing to Jarange Patil, who has been continuously fighting for Maratha reservation, Minister Bhosale said that the government is making every effort to ensure the reservation holds up legally. He urged protesters to exercise patience and extend administrative support to the ongoing legal process so that the Maratha community receives sustainable reservation as a matter of right. Minister's statement comes after Jarange Patil announced indefinite hunger strike demanding Maratha quota from September 19 in Mumbai. Refusing to bow down, Jarange Patil called upon the community to stand firm. We cannot let the Maratha community lose. Wherever my body falls, it falls. But Marathas must fight with such pride that future generations hold their heads high, saying that he died but never backed down. I don't want to rot and die; I want to die giving rights to my community. We must not let the dignity of the community slip even by an inch, he declared. Warning the community to stay vigilant, Jarange Patil targeted Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, alleging a political strategy to suppress the agitation. We have to counter Devendra Fadnavis's moves step for step. Their strategy has been to use the cover of deities to defame the Maratha movement, instigate riots through infiltrators, and then use police force to crush the protest. Marathas do not lack leaders. If not one leader, there will be another. Vote for whoever gives us reservation -- your personal preference for a party or leader is useless if they do not secure your children's future, he remarked. He added that the 5.5 crore working-class Marathas could block Mumbai at any moment, contrasting them with political and wealthy elites who make up a small fraction of the population.

DA update: How is dearness allowance calculated? Here's why there is demand for change in the formula

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ACB arrests two govt officers for accepting bribe against disbursement of loan

Srinagar, Sep 14: Jammu and Kashmir Anti-Corruption Bureau (JKACB) on Monday trapped and arrested two field officers of J&K Women Development Corporation for demanding and accepting bribe against release/disbursement of a sanctioned loan amount of Rs 3 lakh under the Women Entrepreneurship Platform (WEP) scheme. The spokesperson said that Anti-Corruption Bureau received a written complaint alleging that Owais Ahamd Khan, a Field Supervisor of the Jammu & Kashmir Womens Development Corporation (JKWDC) had demanded illegal gratification from the complainant for facilitating the release/disbursement of a sanctioned loan amount of Rs. 3.00 lakh under the WEP (Women Entrepreneurship Platform) Scheme. As the complainant was unwilling to pay the bribe, thus approached the ACB and lodged a written complaint. Upon receipt of the complaint, the allegations were verified and the verification prima facie established the demand of illegal gratification. Accordingly, Case FIR No. 15/2026 under Section 7, Section 7A of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988 & Section 61(2) BNS, was registered at Police Station ACB Srinagar, and investigation was taken up. The spokesperson said that a trap team was constituted to lay a trap. During the trap proceedings, the accused public servant, namely Owais Ahmad Khan, Field Supervisor, JKWDC, was caught red-handed while demanding and accepting illegal gratification from the complainant in lieu of facilitating the release/disbursement of the sanctioned loan amount of Rs. 3.00 lakh. During the course of the trap proceedings, another public servant, namely Meiraj- ud-din Sheikh, Field Supervisor, was also arrested on spot for his alleged involvement in the commission of the offence. The exact role and involvement of the said accused is being ascertained during investigation, spokesperson said. He added the tainted bribe money was recovered from the possession of the accused in the presence of independent witnesses. Both accused persons were subjected to medico-legal formalities and have been lodged in Police Station Shaheed Gunj, Srinagar, for safe custody. Further investigation in the case is in progress, spokesperson added.

Congress Leader Ajay Rai Criticizes Government on Multiple Issues, Calls for Clarity on India-China Relations

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J&K DGP reviews ongoing anti-terror operations in Poonch

Digital Desk | Jammu, Sep 14 (IANS) J&K Director General of Police (DGP), Nalin Prabhat, reviewed the ongoing anti-terror operations in Poonch district on Monday, officials said. The DGP, who was accompanied by Inspector General of Police (IGP) Jammu Zone, Tejinder Singh, held a detailed review of the operations currently underway in the district, as well as its overall security situation. The DGP was briefed about the latest developments, operational preparedness and coordination among different security agencies on the ground. The visit assumes significance in view of recent attempts at infiltration and movement of Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terrorists in the Pir Panjal region, an official said. Recently, the State Investigation Agency (SIA) conducted multiple raids in the Mandi and Surankote areas of Poonch (as well as Udhampur) targeting networks propagating radicalisation and cross-border communication. The SIA recovered evidence indicating that several locals were in direct communication with handlers across the Line of Control (LoC). These channels were allegedly utilised to spread secessionist narratives and advance online radicalisation. In early September, border troops detected a group of terrorists attempting to cross the LoC near Dabbi village in the Balakote sector (Mendhar). A heavy exchange of fire ensued, leading to extensive combing operations in the local forest belts. Massive cordon-and-search operations (CASO) remain active in remote forest pockets including Dhara Sangla, Bhatadurian, and Kherowali Dhok. These were triggered by technical intelligence and local observations of suspicious movements near critical infrastructure projects like the under-construction Pir Panjal tunnel. High-level security assessments and intelligence-based raids dictate the current anti-terror operational landscape in the Poonch district. Joint security grids involving the Indian Army, Jammu and Kashmir Police, and specialised central agencies have escalated measures to thwart cross-border infiltration and dismantle terror networks.

ACB nabs two JKWDC field supervisors for accepting bribe

Srinagar, September 14: The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) Jammu and Kashmir on Monday trapped and arrested two Field Supervisors of the Jammu & Kashmir Womens Development Corporation (JKWDC) for their alleged involvement in demanding and accepting a bribe in connection with the disbursement of a sanctioned loan. According to the ACB, the action followed a written complaint alleging that Owais Ahmad Khan, Field Supervisor, JKWDC, had demanded illegal gratification from the complainant for facilitating the release of a sanctioned loan amount of 3 lakh under the Women Entrepreneurship Platform (WEP) Scheme. The complainant, unwilling to pay the bribe, approached the ACB. Following verification of the allegations, the ACB said the demand for illegal gratification was prima facie established. Subsequently, FIR No. 15/2026 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 Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). A trap team was thereafter constituted to catch the accused. During the trap proceedings, Owais Ahmad Khan was allegedly caught red-handed while demanding and accepting the bribe from the complainant in return for facilitating the release and disbursement of the sanctioned loan. During the operation, another JKWDC Field Supervisor, Meiraj-ud-din Sheikh, was also arrested on the spot for his alleged involvement in the offence. The ACB said that the exact role and involvement of Sheikh are being ascertained as part of the ongoing investigation. The tainted money was recovered from the possession of the accused in the presence of independent witnesses, the ACB said. Both accused were subsequently subjected to medico-legal formalities and lodged at Police Station Shaheed Gunj, Srinagar, for safe custody. The ACB said further investigation into the case is going on .

Two JKWDC Field Supervisors Arrested For Alleged Bribe in Rs 3 Lakh Loan Case

SRINAGAR: The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) Jammu and Kashmir on Monday arrested two Field Supervisors of the Jammu and Kashmir Womens Development Corporation (JKWDC) for allegedly demanding and accepting a bribe in connection with the release of a sanctioned Rs 3 lakh loan under the Women Entrepreneurship Platform (WEP) scheme. The arrests followed a written complaint []

Video:Punes Dagdusheth Ganpati arrives in grand procession on peacock chariot

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