Political Debate Intensifies as Indias GDP Growth Hits 7.8%

New Delhi, September 1: The political and economic discourse in India has intensified following the announcement that the countrys GDP growth has reached 7.8% for the first quarter of the financial year 2026-27. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has cited this figure as evidence of robust macroeconomic fundamentals under Prime Minister Modis leadership, demanding an ... Read more Political Debate Intensifies as Indias GDP Growth Hits 7.8%

I Remain Committed To My Team, Says Deepti After Becoming Leading Wicket-taker In Womens T20I

New Delhi: India all-rounder Deepti Sharma reflected on an emotional record-breaking outing in the Womens Asia Cup 2026 opener against Thailand, saying she remains determined to continue contributing to the team after becoming the leading wicket-taker in Womens T20I cricket. Deepti entered the match in Dubai level with Thailand's Thipatcha Putthawong on 170 wickets and needed just one dismissal to claim the record outright. The milestone came in spectacular fashion as the off-spinner returned extraordinary figures of 3/0 in 1.1 overs, taking three wickets without conceding a run to move her career tally to 171. Sharing her thoughts after the historic achievement, Deepti wrote on X, Yesterday was a day which filled me with emotion and gratitude. Some achievements make you feel how lucky you are to do what you love the most. I remain committed to my team and fans to play with the same excitement and winning more matches and trophies for my country, Deepti wrote on X. The record came in Deepti's 150th T20I appearance, making the occasion even more memorable for the Indian all-rounder. She became only the third Indian woman to reach the 150-match milestone in the format after Harmanpreet Kaur and Smriti Mandhana. Deepti's landmark spell played a key role as India began their Asia Cup campaign with a commanding 94-run victory. India posted 159/9 after being asked to bat, with Shafali Verma top-scoring with 64. The record came in Deepti's 150th T20I appearance, making the occasion even more memorable for the Indian all-rounder. She became only the third Indian woman to reach the 150-match milestone in the format after Harmanpreet Kaur and Smriti Mandhana. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories For Deepti, the opening match delivered both a historic individual milestone and a winning start to India's title defence as she added another chapter to her already remarkable international career. Article Source: IANS

One Ornament, One Hour: Puri

The 16th day of counting and weighing at Srimandirs Ratna Bhandar ended on Monday after a long, tightly supervised session that ran from 11:30 a.m. after the morning dhupa until 6:55 p.m. The team worked for 7 hours and 25 minutes. Chief Administrator Dr. Arabinda Kumar Padhee said the sacred Jhoba Kanthi, the [] The post One Ornament, One Hour: Puris Sacred Treasury Count Enters Day 16 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Army Chief General reviews operational preparedness of Southern Command in Pune

During the visit, General Seth was briefed by Lieutenant General Rajesh Pushkar, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief of Southern Command, on the operational environment, the Command's preparedness, training initiatives and measures to improve combat effectiveness and mission readiness

Revanth calls for protests demanding KCRs resignation as LoP

Rajasthan High Court Acting Chief Justice opts out of hearings amid lawyers protests

Rajasthan High Court Acting Chief Justice Sanjeev Prakash Sharma has decided to recuse himself from judicial work amid ongoing protests by lawyers demanding that he be divested of his charge and that a permanent Chief Justice be appointed to the High Court. According to the new roster finalised by Justice Sharma, no Bench comprising him [] The post Rajasthan High Court Acting Chief Justice opts out of hearings amid lawyers protests appeared first on India Legal .

Revanth Challenges KCR For A Debate On Performance Of Peoples Govt In 1000 Days And 10-yr BRS Rule

Continuing his tirade against the BRS President , CM Revanth Reddy said that protests demanding the opposition leader's resignation must be held for six days from Tuesday. A big protest programme should be organized at Indira Park on September 6

General Dheeraj Seth Reviews Operational Preparedness at Southern Command Headquarters

New Delhi, August 31: General Dheeraj Seth, the Chief of the Indian Army, visited the Southern Command headquarters to assess the commands operational readiness and ongoing capacity enhancement initiatives. During the visit, Lieutenant General Rajesh Pushkar, the General Officer Commanding-in-Chief (GOC-in-C) of the Southern Command, provided a comprehensive overview of the current operational conditions, the ... Read more General Dheeraj Seth Reviews Operational Preparedness at Southern Command Headquarters

Telangana: BRS MLA Criticises CM Over Alleged Krishna Water Diversion By AP

The BRS would launch a seven-day protest programme demanding protection of Telanganas share of Krishna water: BRS MLA Guntakandla Jagadish Reddy

Congress MLA charge puts KRIDL commission allegation under lens

Bengaluru: Allegations of a seven per cent commission being collected from contractors in the name of ministers in the Mangaluru division of Karnataka Rural Infrastructure Development Limited (KRIDL) have sparked a political controversy, with Opposition leader R Ashoka demanding an independent investigation. The issue came to light after Puttur Congress MLA Ashok Kumar Rai reportedly 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 .

Div Com Urges Fruit Growers to Use Rail Freight for Apple Transportation

SRINAGAR, AUGUST 31: Divisional Commissioner Kashmir Anshul Garg on Monday urged fruit growers, traders and other stakeholders to make greater use of railway goods and freight services for transporting apples and other horticulture produce to domestic mandis and international destinations. Garg was chairing a meeting convened to review the utilization of railway freight services for transportation of horticulture produce from Kashmir. The meeting was attended by IGP Traffic Kashmir M. Soleman Choudhary, Deputy Commissioners, Director Horticulture Planning & Marketing Ghulam Jeelani Zargar, officials of Northern Railway, Industries & Commerce and Information Departments, besides representatives of various fruit associations. The Divisional Commissioner directed all Deputy Commissioners and the Director Horticulture Planning & Marketing to consult fruit growers, traders, associations and aggregators and encourage them to utilize railway freight services on a wider scale. He stressed that rail transportation should be increasingly used for long-distance destinations, as it offers a cost-effective and efficient means of transporting large quantities of horticulture produce. He also called for better coordination among growers, traders, fruit associations and railway authorities to ensure smooth movement of consignments. Garg laid special emphasis on maximizing the transportation of horticulture produce from Jablipora Mandi in Anantnag through rail services. He further directed Deputy Commissioners to explore and facilitate movement of a certain percentage of fruit consignments by rail from their respective districts. Discussing the Roll-on/Roll-off (Ro-Ro) service, the Divisional Commissioner asked Northern Railway officials to share an informational video with fruit associations explaining the technical requirements for trucks, including permissible load height and other parameters, to facilitate effective use of the service. On road transportation, Garg and IGP Traffic Kashmir directed fruit associations to undertake extensive sensitization of truck drivers regarding adherence to permissible load limits on the National Highway. They cautioned that overloading violates prescribed norms and poses serious risks to road safety and traffic management, warning that strict action would be taken against vehicles found violating the rules. Representatives of fruit associations put forward suggestions and sought long-term measures to strengthen transportation infrastructure for the horticulture sector, including improved connectivity of fruit mandis with the railway network. They also appreciated the administration for its continued support and facilitation of the fruit industry. Earlier, Director Horticulture Planning & Marketing Ghulam Jeelani Zargar gave a detailed presentation on apple production in Kashmir, existing transportation arrangements and the economic benefits of using railway goods and freight services for transporting horticulture produce

Jharsuguda DHH Doctor Gets 4-Yr RI in Bribery Case

The Odisha Vigilance has secured the conviction of Dr Debendranath Nayak, Former Senior Surgery Specialist at District Headquarters Hospital (DHH), Jharsuguda. Dr Nayak, who had retired from service, was chargesheeted under Section 13(2) r/w 13(1)(d)/7 of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988, for demanding and accepting a bribe from a complainant to conduct a hydrocele [] The post Jharsuguda DHH Doctor Gets 4-Yr RI in Bribery Case appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Odisha Vigilance Convicts Former Sambalpur ARI in Bribery Case

The Odisha Vigilance has secured the conviction of Durga Prasad Sahu, Former Assistant Revenue Inspector (ARI) of Lapanga RI Circle under Rengali Tahasil, Sambalpur district. Sahu, who had retired from service, was chargesheeted under Section 13(2) r/w 13(1)(d)/7 of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988 for demanding and accepting a bribe from an applicant in [] The post Odisha Vigilance Convicts Former Sambalpur ARI in Bribery Case appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Lindsay Clancy Psychiatrist No Longer Employed; Clancy Case Erupts Online

Fresh fury is erupting around Lindsay Clancys trial after prosecution psychiatrist Dr. Avram Mack resigned from Nemours Childrens Health as the jury weighs its verdict. Nemours confirmed Mack resigned on August 24 but has not disclosed a reason. During his testimony, Mack said Clancy was suffering from a major depressive episode when she killed her three children but found no evidence that she was experiencing psychosis. His departure has fueled intense online criticism, with commenters attacking his testimony and demanding he never practice again.

MBBS interns demand for stipend hike genuine, file under process: Sakina Itoo

Srinagar, Aug 31: Jammu and Kashmir Health and Medical Education Minister Sakina Itoo on Monday said the demand of MBBS interns for an increase in their monthly stipend was genuine and that a proposal for the hike was already under process. Itoo said the government was considering increasing the monthly stipend from the existing Rs 12,000 to Rs 30,000 and that the file had been forwarded to the Finance Department for examination of its financial implications. We have met them. After meeting them, we have processed their file. The file has been sent to the Finance Department for the financial implications. It is under process, Itoo said. She acknowledged the interns' concerns, saying rising inflation had created a need to revise the stipend. It is their genuine demand. We do not say that it is wrong. Because these days there is a lot of inflation. There is a need to increase it. We ourselves agree, the minister said. Itoo said Chief Minister Omar Abdullah was also aware of the issue and the government was already working towards addressing it. The Chief Minister has also said this. The government is already working on this. The Health Department is already working on this, she said. Her remarks came after MBBS and BDS interns staged peaceful demonstrations at Government Medical Colleges and other medical institutions across Jammu and Kashmir, including SKIMS Bemina, seeking revision of their internship stipend. The interns have been demanding an increase in the stipend, citing their workload, long working hours and responsibilities during the compulsory internship period. While acknowledging the demand, Itoo said the interns did not need to resort to a strike as the matter was already being processed by the government. They did not need to go on strike. It is under process without it. I do not think it is right to go on strike. It affects their patient care, she said. The minister's assurance comes as interns continue to press for an early decision on the proposedstipend revision.(KNS)

J-K MBBS, BDS Interns Begin Indefinite Strike, Demand Rs 30,000 Stipend

JAMMU, Aug 31: MBBS and BDS interns across medical colleges in Jammu and Kashmir on Monday began an indefinite strike over the low monthly stipend, demanding its enhancement from the existing Rs 12,300 to Rs 30,000. The protesting interns staged dharnas in Jammu and said the stipend had remained unchanged for nearly seven years despite [] The post J-K MBBS, BDS Interns Begin Indefinite Strike, Demand Rs 30,000 Stipend appeared first on Northlines .

Anthropic Faces Lawsuit From Sony Music, Warner Chappell Over Alleged Copyrighted Material Use

Sony Music and Warner Chappell have filed a lawsuit against Anthropic. The Claude maker allegedly used copyrighted material without permission. Anthropic co-founders Dario Amodei and Benjamin Mann are named as individual defendants. The complaint alleges that Mann used BitTorrent to download many pirated books, and Anthropic employees allegedly downloaded at least two million more books from the Pirate Library Mirror. Sony Music Publishing and Warner Chappell Music are demanding that all infringing copies of the works be destroyed and that Anthropic supply an account of Claudes training data.

Jammu and Kashmir Intern Doctors Demand Stipend Increase Amid Protests

Jammu, August 31: Protests have intensified among MBBS and BDS intern doctors in Jammu and Kashmir, who are demanding an increase in their pending stipend. Currently, they receive a monthly stipend of only 12,300, which is significantly lower compared to many other states and Union Territories in India. The doctors are urging the government to ... Read more Jammu and Kashmir Intern Doctors Demand Stipend Increase Amid Protests

Demands for High-Level Inquiry into Shamli Encounter

Ayodhya, August 31: Samajwadi Party MP Avadhesh Prasad has raised questions regarding the encounter of two main shooters involved in the murder case of Haryanvi singer and actor Ankit Baliyan, demanding a high-level investigation into the matter. He emphasized that the circumstances under which the police conducted the encounter should be thoroughly examined. Speaking to ... Read more Demands for High-Level Inquiry into Shamli Encounter

Hyderabad man lies in pothole as protest over bad roads

Hyderabad: A man lay down in a pothole in Hyderabads Old City on Sunday evening, August 30, demanding that the authorities fix it. The incident occurred on Imliban Putlibauli Road, where the man, identified as Feroze, was seen lying in the pothole. Police personnel tried to pacify him, saying that the government was fixing potholes. 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 .

MBBS interns protest across J

Srinagar: MBBS interns at several government medical colleges and hospitals across Jammu and Kashmir on Monday began a coordinated protest, demanding an increase in their monthly internship stipend from the existing Rs 12,300 to Rs 30,000. Thestudents held protest was at several GMCs, including Srinagar, Baramulla, Handwara, Anantnag, SKIMS Bemina in Kashmir, Jammu, Udhampur, Rajouri []

Priority Jewels IPO Day 2: Issue book over 15 times so far, GMP signals 23% listing gain. Should you subscribe?

Priority Jewels IPO has attracted strong demand on Day 2, with the issue subscribed 15.61 times. The IPO is also commanding a 23% grey market premium, signalling potential listing gains. With the issue fully priced at 20.5x FY26 P/E, Anand Rathi has recommended subscribing to the IPO for long-term gains.

Jefferies cuts HDFC Bank share price target but retains Buy after CEO opts out of new term. Heres why

Jefferies retained its Buy rating on HDFC Bank but cut the target price to Rs 880 from Rs 1,050 following CEO Sashidhar Jagdishans decision not to seek reappointment. The brokerage flagged near-term risks to deposit mobilisation and fee income but said valuations remain undemanding.

MBBS, BDS interns protest across J&K, demand hike in internship stipend

Srinagar, Aug 31: MBBS and BDS interns staged peaceful demonstrations at various government medical institutions across Jammu and Kashmir on Monday, demanding an increase in their internship stipend. The protests were held at Government Medical Colleges and SKIMS Bemina, among other institutions, where interns gathered and raised slogans in support of their demand for a revision of the stipend paid during the compulsory internship period. The protesting interns said they work long hours and undertake significant clinical responsibilities during their internship, including assisting doctors, attending to patients and performing duties that contribute to the functioning of healthcare institutions. #Watch | MBBS Interns from GMC Srinagar go on strike, demanding an increase in their monthly stipend pic.twitter.com/TWGvPS5inC Greater Kashmir (@GreaterKashmir) August 31, 2026 They maintained that the existing stipend does not adequately reflect the workload, responsibilities and contribution of interns to the healthcare system. The interns urged the Jammu and Kashmir administration to take up the issue on priority and initiate measures for revising the internship stipend. They also sought the intervention of Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and Health and Medical Education Minister Sakina Itoo, urging them to consider their demand and take a favourable decision. The demonstrations remained peaceful, with the interns saying they would continue to pursue their demand through democratic and peaceful means. The protesters said an increase in the stipend would provide financial relief to medical and dental graduates during their internship while also recognising the responsibilities they shoulder in government healthcare institutions. The interns have appealed to the authorities to initiate dialogue with their representatives and address the issue at the earliest. (KNS)

DLSA Mandi Para Legal Volunteer Recruitment 2026 - Apply Offline

District Legal Services Authority Mandi (DLSA Mandi) Recruitment 2026 for posts of Para Legal Volunteer. Candidates Can Apply Offline. The last date to apply offline is 23-09-2026. The candidate shall apply offline through DLSA Mandi official website.

Manipur NRC protest turns violent in Kakching, police fire tear gas

A torchlight vigil in Manipur's Kakching district demanding NRC updation prior to the Census exercise in the northeastern state turned violent, with some protesters pelting the police with stones, and the law enforcers retaliating with tear gas shells, leading to injuries to a few agitators, officials said on Monday. Hundreds of villagers from Wabagai, Hiyanglam and surrounding areas took out a 3-km-long protest march on Sunday night, raising the slogan of 'No NRC, No Census', and opposed the exercise before resettlement of the internally displaced persons (IDPs). As the rally proceeded towards the Kakching district headquarters, police stopped the agitators near the Keirak Dam area and asked them to return, they said. The tension spiralled into violence, with some among the protesters resorting to stone-pelting, prompting the police to fire several tear gas shells to disperse the crowd. A few protesters sustained minor injuries, the officials added. More than 260 people have been

Former soldier dies after throat slit by Chinese kite string in Jammu

Jammu, Aug 31: An ex-serviceman was killed after his throat was slit by a Chinese kite string while he was travelling through the Ring Road here, officials said on Monday. Naib Subedar (Retd) Lakhvinder Singh sustained critical injuries after coming into contact with the killer string while passing through Bishnah area on a two-wheeler late Sunday, the officials said. They said the retired soldier was immediately shifted to a hospital where he succumbed to injuries. Singh was returning to his home in R S Pura after finishing work at an industrial unit in Bari Brahmana, where he was employed as a private security guard, the officials said. The sale and use of the Chinese kite-string or 'Manja' is banned by the authorities and several shopkeepers were arrested in recent past across Jammu for clandestinely dealing with the material. The latest death has sparked concerns over the enforcement of the ban, with residents demanding strict action against those selling and using the prohibited string. The officials said police have registered a case under relevant sections of law and investigation is on to identify the culprits and bring them to book.

LaLiga: Real Madrid Thump Malaga To Maintain Unbeaten Run

Real Madrid continued their flawless start to the LaLiga season with a commanding 4-0 victory over promoted Malaga on Sunday.

Pahadishareef Police Nabs Accused in Nurse Rape-murder Case

The deceased's family and BJP leaders staged a protest demanding an encounter of the accused and justice for the family

Joe Root's Blockbuster Praise For Team England After Dominating Win vs Pakistan

England Test captain Joe Root praised his team's all-round performance after the Three Lions secured a commanding 194-run victory over Pakistan in the second Test at Lord's on Sunday.

Ram Mandir donor's Rs 4 crore cheque bounces. Bank account had only Rs 3

Ram Mandir donors Rs crore cheque bounces Bank account had only Rs

WE NEED CHANGE: Ukrainians Demand ZELENSKYS OUSTER As Putin Threatens Kyiv Invasion | Watch

Political tensions are rising in Ukraine as residents in the western city of Lviv reportedly take to the streets demanding elections and a change in government. Protesters have voiced concerns over corruption, government accountability and the direction of the country amid the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. The demonstrations follow the July dismissal of Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov, which triggered protests in several Ukrainian cities. Calls for elections have also intensified after Fedorov urged authorities to find a legal, safe and realistic mechanism to hold a vote during wartime. Ukraines national elections have been postponed under martial law, leaving questions over when voters will next have a chance to decide the countrys political future.

J&K medical interns to withdraw services from today

Srinagar, Aug 30:After years of waiting and scores of representations, and despite a government committee recommending an increase, medical interns have been pushed to wall to start a strike from August 31. MBBS and BDS interns across J&K are set to begin an indefinite strike from Monday, August 31, withdrawing their services from all hospitals. They are demanding revision of their monthly stipend from the existing Rs 12,300 to Rs 30,000. The strike is the latest escalation in an unmet demand that has dragged on for nearly seven years. The stipend has remained virtually frozen while they say their workload and living costs have continued to rise. A committee constituted by the government had recommended an increase in the internship stipend to Rs 26,350 per month. However, despite the recommendation, a formal order implementing the hike has not materialised. The file and the issue was shuttled between the concerned departments. The interns have alleged prolonged administrative inaction. The young doctors performing duties in government hospitals continue to receive Rs 12,300 a month. The amount. interns and doctors' associations say is grossly inadequate to meet their most basic expenses like travel for work and food. Interns are routinely posted in emergency departments, wards, operation theatres and other clinical areas. They assist in patient care and work long and night shifts. The resident doctors' associations have also backed the demand and pointing to the role interns play in emergency units, inpatient wards, intensive-care facilities. They are also a crucial part of OPDs. The gap becomes starker when J&K's stipend is compared with several other states and institutions. Recent comparisons cited by doctors put internship stipends at around Rs 30,000 in Karnataka and central institutions and AIIMS, around Rs 28,892 in West Bengal and around Rs 31,500 in Assam. Uttar Pradesh has recently approved an increase to Rs 25,000 for MBBS and BDS interns. Now the interns in J&K have announced that they are left with no option but to stop work. A senior faculty at GMC Srinagar said its always desirable to enhance stipend annually based on incremental rise of 5 to 6 percent. This is similar to DA to permanent employees, and towards equitable norms. In June, the J&K Medical Students Association urged the government to revise the stipend and bring it closer to central government norms. J&K Medical Students Association had also highlighted how interns at Government Medical College Anantnag allegedly faced disciplinary action while raising concerns over stipend. The Resident Doctors' Association at GMC Srinagar and associated hospitals has extended solidarity to the interns. They have called the demand for Rs 30,000 stipend legitimate and urged the authorities to take immediate steps towards a settlement. Many other doctors' bodies have also voiced their support.

India Dominates Thailand in Womens Asia Cup Opener with a 94-Run Victory

Dubai, August 31: India kicked off their Womens Asia Cup 2026 campaign with a commanding 94-run victory over Thailand. After posting a score of 159/9, the Women in Blue dismissed their opponents for just 65 runs. Deepti Sharma was the standout performer, taking 3 wickets without conceding a run in just 7 balls. With this ... Read more India Dominates Thailand in Womens Asia Cup Opener with a 94-Run Victory

Ankit, Anmol Power South Delhi Superstarz To Adani DPL 2026 Title With Seven-wicket Win

Adani Delhi Premier League T20: South Delhi Superstarz produced a commanding batting performance to clinch the Adani Delhi Premier League T20 2026 title, defeating Central Delhi Kings by seven wickets in the final. Chasing 183 for victory, South Delhi Superstarz reached 186/3 in 18.2 overs, completing a comfortable run chase and sealing the championship in style. The foundation of the chase was laid by Ankit, who remained unbeaten on a brisk 62 off 34 balls, while Anmol also struck an unbeaten 62 off 41 balls. The pair put South Delhi firmly in control and ensured there was little pressure on the chasing side in the latter stages. Earlier, Central Delhi Kings posted 182/8 in their allotted 20 overs. Samarth top-scored with a quick 51 off 27 balls, while Jonty contributed 36 off 19 and Yugal made 32 off 29. Money added a late 18 off just seven deliveries. For South Delhi, Divansh was the pick of the bowlers with 3/17, while Vision claimed 2/17. Pranshu and Anshuman picked up one wicket each. Earlier, Central Delhi Kings posted 182/8 in their allotted 20 overs. Samarth top-scored with a quick 51 off 27 balls, while Jonty contributed 36 off 19 and Yugal made 32 off 29. Money added a late 18 off just seven deliveries. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories South Delhi Superstarzs clinical chase capped a dominant final and saw them crowned champions of DPL 2026. Article Source: IANS

Hegseth Hiding Another Lincoln Scare?: USS Washingtons Fate Sealed In Iran; Navy Drops Truth Bomb

USS George Washington commanding officer Capt. Nicholas DeLeo says morale remains high aboard the aircraft carrier as roughly 5,000 sailors begin their new mission in the Arabian Sea near Iran and the Strait of Hormuz. DeLeo says he sees sailors taking pride in their work and praised the crews dedication and teamwork, insisting the ship remains ready and resilient.

When Livelihood Turns into Tragedy

The death of Mohd Maqbool Bhat after falling from a walnut tree in Damjan, Qazigund, is a heartbreaking reminder of how fragile life remains for thousands of working families in Kashmir. What begins as an ordinary day of labour can, in an instant, turn into an irreparable tragedy. Behind every such incident lies not just sorrow, but a deeper social reality that rarely finds space in our collective conscience. Bhat, a resident of Damjan and the sole breadwinner for his family, reportedly fell while working to earn a livelihood. That detail matters. It tells us that this was not merely an accident in the abstract, but a death tied to economic compulsion. In many rural parts of the Valley, men climb trees, tend orchards, and undertake physically hazardous work with little protection, no formal training, and no safety net. They do so because survival leaves them no choice. Walnut harvesting and related orchard work are among the more perilous forms of seasonal labour. Slippery trunks, uneven terrain, and the pressure to work quickly often combine to create conditions where even a small lapse can prove fatal. Yet this danger remains largely normalised. We remember the dead with sympathy, but we rarely ask why such work continues to be carried out so unsafely, and why the burden of risk rests almost entirely on poor households. The grief in Damjan is therefore not only personal. It is social. When a man dies and leaves behind a wife and two young children, the loss is measured not just in tears but in insecurity, debt, and uncertainty. A family already described by locals as financially poor now faces a future made harsher by the absence of its sole provider. That is the cruel arithmetic of poverty: one accident can collapse an entire household. This tragedy should also compel a broader conversation about rural labour safety in Kashmir. Orchard workers, daily wage earners, and others engaged in physically demanding work deserve basic protections, awareness, and support. Local authorities, orchard owners, and community institutions must treat such deaths as preventable human costs, not unfortunate but inevitable events. Safety measures, insurance awareness, emergency response readiness, and labour support mechanisms are not luxuries; they are necessities. Damjan is mourning today, and rightly so. But mourning alone is not enough. If the death of Mohd Maqbool Bhat is to mean anything beyond another fleeting headline, it must remind us that livelihood should never demand a life as the price of survival.

Activist Manoj Jarange Sets Mumbai Protest Deadline, Devendra Fadnavis Reaches Out

Manoj Jarange is demanding immediate issuance of Kunbi certificates to eligible members of the Maratha community based on 58 lakh historical records, asserting that the community will not grant any further time.

AIP seeks end to delay in intern stipend hike

Srinagar, August 30: Awami Ittehad Party (AIP) Chief Spokesperson Inam Un Nabi today extended the partys full support to MBBS and BDS interns across Jammu and Kashmir who have announced a statewide protest demanding implementation of the long-pending enhancement in their monthly stipend. Inam Un Nabi said it was deeply unfortunate that a matter examined by a government-appointed committee in 2023 continues to remain unresolved. The committee had recommended enhancement of the stipend, but the proposal has remained caught in official processing, with the matter still pending before the Finance Department. How long can a government keep a legitimate recommendation pending? If the government itself constituted a committee, examined the issue and received its recommendations, then there must be a clear reason why interns are still waiting years later for implementation, Inam Un Nabi said. Inam Un Nabi said the present stipend of around 12,300 per month, unchanged since 2019, does not adequately reflect the responsibilities shouldered by medical and dental interns who work in hospitals, wards, OPDs and emergency services as part of their compulsory internship. Medical interns are not asking for charity. They are demanding a fair and reasonable stipend for the clinical responsibilities they undertake. Keeping their stipend unchanged for years, despite rising living costs and the recommendations of a government committee, is neither fair nor justified, Inam Un Nabi said. AIP also questioned the prolonged delay in the Finance Department and urged the government to make the status of the proposal public instead of asking interns to wait indefinitely. The government must tell the interns what exactly is pending, what objections remain and why a recommendation made in 2023 has not been implemented. Administrative procedures cannot become an excuse for denying a legitimate entitlement for years, he said. Inam Un Nabi appealed to the government to engage with the protesting interns immediately and resolve the issue through a time-bound decision, while assuring the interns that AIP stands with their legitimate demand. AIP supports the interns peaceful democratic right to raise their voice. We urge the government to treat this as an urgent matter and ensure that the stipend enhancement is decided without any further delay, Inam Un Nabi added.

Google Maps Now Shows Lake America Instead of Lake Ontario

After Donald Trumps executive order demanding the name change, Google is the first major online maps provider to flip the switch. Google Maps Now Shows Lake America Instead of Lake Ontario

2nd Test: England thrash Pakistan by 194 runs at Lords to take 2-0 series lead

England celebrated a spectacular 194-run victory over Pakistan at Lord's, clinching a commanding 2-0 lead in the three-match Test series. Despite their efforts, Pakistan's batsmen faltered, unable to surpass the 200-run mark. Ollie Robinson shone brightly, claiming eight wickets in a remarkable bowling display. This series victory represents England's first Test win since December 2024, boosting their confidence moving forward.

Canada Is Not Our Enemy!: Elizabeth Warren INSULTS Trump Over Tariffs | Cheating, Bribes

Senator Elizabeth Warren has launched a fierce attack on Donald Trump, accusing his administration of driving up costs while criticizing what she called cheating, corruption and political favoritism in Washington. Warren also took aim at Trumps tariff policies, demanding an end to what she described as his illegal tariffs and declaring that Canada is not our enemy. She argued that Americans are facing higher costs for groceries, gasoline, housing, healthcare and utilities, while calling for Democrats to fight back in the upcoming midterm elections. Warren also accused Trump of embarrassing the United States and urged voters to support what she called a stronger progressive team in Washington.

Odisha Vigilance Arrests ASI for Bribery in Sundargarh District

Bhubaneswar, August 30: The Odisha Vigilance Department has arrested an Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) and his associate for allegedly demanding and accepting a bribe from a dhaba operator in Sundargarh district. The arrested ASI has been identified as Madan Mohan Pradhan, currently stationed at the Lahuni Pada police station in Sundargarh. His accomplice, a private individual ... Read more Odisha Vigilance Arrests ASI for Bribery in Sundargarh District

Viral Boy Aditya Raj Protests in Patna, Demands Meeting with PM Modi

Patna, August 30: Aditya Raj, the viral boy from Patna, is currently staging a protest at the Gardanibagh site. He is demanding the suspension of police officers who allegedly assaulted his parents during a student protest. Aditya stated that he will continue his demonstration until he receives justice and meets Prime Minister Narendra Modi. In ... Read more Viral Boy Aditya Raj Protests in Patna, Demands Meeting with PM Modi

All registered workers migrated to VB-G RAM G; e-KYC not mandatory for employment: Centre

The Union Rural Development Ministry says pending e-KYC will not prevent workers from demanding or receiving employment. It urges States/Union Territories to expedite verification

Kendujhar District Labour Officer Caught Red-Handed Taking Rs 20K Bribe

A senior labour official in Keonjhar was trapped by Odisha Vigilance on Sunday evening after allegedly demanding and accepting 20,000 from an electrical contractor to issue a labour licence a document the contractor needed only to put workers on a power utility job. Akash Bisoi, OLS-1, District Labour Officer (DLO), Kendujhar, was apprehended while [] The post Kendujhar District Labour Officer Caught Red-Handed Taking Rs 20K Bribe appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Lt Gen Devendra Sharma retires from Indian Army after 39 years of service

After an illustrious thirty-nine years, Lieutenant General Devendra Sharma has retired from the Indian Army. He was the General Officer Commanding-in-Chief of ARTRAC in Shimla, notable for his leadership and bravery. Commissioned into the SCINDE HORSE armoured regiment in 1987, he received the Sena Medal for gallantry during counter-insurgency operations and commanded various formations throughout his distinguished career.

Protests after Gaur kills Kerala man, kin dies of heart attack

A man was killed by a gaur in Kozhikode, Kerala, followed by the death of his relative from a heart attack. Villagers are refusing to cremate the bodies until the government assures action against wild gaurs, demanding compensation and elimination of the animals from residential areas.

Is Orry exiting Khatron Ke Khiladi 15 after injury? Emotional post sparks speculation: Sometimes you have to accept defeat

The journey of Orry aka Orhan Awatramani on Khatron Ke Khiladi 15 may have hit an unexpected roadblock. The internet media personality, who has been participating in the stunt-based reality show and taking on a series of challenges, has seemingly hinted at an emotional exit following an injury sustained during a task. Orry recently shared a video on his Instagram Stories in which he appeared to be helped by others after getting injured during a challenge. Alongside the video, he posted an emotional message reflecting on his stint on the show and his attempt to complete the task. Sharing the update, Orry wrote, I gave it my all guys and I am sorry I dont have more in me to give. Really wanted to do this for us all and for me. I never wanted to give up and I never aborted. I really did try but sometimes you have to accept defeat. His message suggested that he had pushed himself during the challenge but was unable to continue. Orry also appeared to indicate that his health would take precedence over his participation in the show. He added, Health always comes before everything. Wishing everyone the best. The post has since led to speculation about whether the injury could mark the end of Orrys stint on Khatron Ke Khiladi 15. While his choice of words, particularly his reference to accepting defeat and not having more to give, has left fans wondering if he has been forced to step away, Orry has not explicitly confirmed his exit from the show. Orrys participation in Khatron Ke Khiladi has also been closely followed by viewers, with the internet personality taking on physical challenges as part of his stint on the reality show. His latest update has therefore added an emotional turn to his journey. The stunt-based format requires contestants to take on physically demanding tasks involving heights, speed, animals and other challenges under the supervision of host Rohit Shetty. Injuries are an inherent risk of such tasks, and contestants can sometimes be required to withdraw depending on their condition. For now, Orrys Instagram post remains the only indication that his journey may have been affected by the injury. Whether the message signals a temporary setback or his departure from Khatron Ke Khiladi 15 is yet to be officially clarified. Until there is a confirmation from Orry or the makers of the show, his status in the competition remains unclear. Also Read: Orry keeps Salman Khans picture beside his bed; says the superstar gave his career a much-needed kick-start

MP teacher recruitment aspirants hunger strike in Bhopal demanding more vacancies

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South Africa Pacer Lutho Sipamla Ruled Out Of T20I Tri-series In Namibia, Simelane Named Replacement

Cricket South Africa: South Africa fast bowler Lutho Sipamla has been ruled out of the ongoing T20I tri-series featuring Namibia and Zimbabwe after sustaining a left hamstring injury, Cricket South Africa (CSA) announced on Sunday. Seam-bowling all-rounder Andile Simelane, who has represented South Africa in 10 T20Is, has been named as Sipamla's replacement in the Proteas squad for the remainder of the tour. Sipamla suffered the injury during South Africas opening match against hosts Namibia, where he managed to bowl just nine deliveries before being forced off the field in visible discomfort. Sipamla, 28, subsequently missed the Proteas second fixture against Zimbabwe as medical staff assessed the severity of the muscle strain. DP World Lions seamer Lutho Sipamla has been ruled out of the remainder of the T20 International (T20I) Tri-series against Namibia and Zimbabwe due to a left hamstring injury. The 28-year-old sustained the injury while bowling during his second over of the first match against Namibia on Friday. Hollywoodbets Dolphins all-rounder Andile Simelane has been named as his replacement. Western Province seamer Tshepo Moreki has been added to South Africa A One-Day squad against Bangladesh A, CSA said in its official statement. Sipamla becomes the second South African player to be sidelined from the tri-series after batting all-rounder Jason Smith was ruled out prior to the teams departure to Namibia due to a groin injury. The selection committee had opted not to name a replacement for Smith at the time. The injury adds to South Africas growing fitness concerns ahead of a demanding international calendar. Premier fast bowler Kagiso Rabada is also ruled out of the Tests and ODIs against Australia as he continues to recover from a right hamstring issue picked during the winter conditioning training. Sipamla becomes the second South African player to be sidelined from the tri-series after batting all-rounder Jason Smith was ruled out prior to the teams departure to Namibia due to a groin injury. The selection committee had opted not to name a replacement for Smith at the time. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories The Proteas are hosting Australia for white-ball and red-ball series, before embarking on a full tour of Bangladesh. It will be followed by a home assignment against England featuring Tests and ODIs ahead of the next edition of the SA20 league. Article Source: IANS

NEET-PG 2026: Chaos, protests in Jaipur as computers crash

Technical disruptions plagued the NEET-PG 2026 examination at two centres in Jaipur, leading to repeated computer shutdowns and widespread protests from candidates. Aspirants raised concerns about the fairness and confidentiality of the test, demanding an impartial inquiry into the technical failures.

Why the Hottest New Wearables Want to Be Ignored

Burnt out on wrist buzzes and notification overload? A new crop of minimalist wearables promises to collect your health data without demanding your attention.

Outrage in Jaipur as Power Failure Disrupts NEET-PG Exam, Calls for Nationwide Re-Examination Grow

Jaipur, August 30: A significant uproar erupted in Jaipur, Rajasthan, during the NEET-PG examination due to a power outage. The incident occurred at the Ayan Digital Zone center in Sitapura, where the power failure disrupted the exam, causing considerable distress among students. Frustrated candidates protested, demanding accountability from the centers administration and raising objections regarding ... Read more Outrage in Jaipur as Power Failure Disrupts NEET-PG Exam, Calls for Nationwide Re-Examination Grow

'LET'S MAKE IDF WEAPONLESS': NATO Nation Erupts, Battles To Block Israel's Biggest Arms Company

Protests are intensifying in Germany over a proposed Elbit Systems defence factory in Sangerhausen, with several hundred anti-war demonstrators taking to the streets carrying Palestinian flags and banners opposing the project. The protesters accuse Germany of deepening its military ties with Israel and are demanding that the proposed factory be stopped. Campaigners argue that Sangerhausen needs civilian investment rather than weapons production, while local leaders have promoted the project as a potential economic boost that could create up to 400 jobs. The proposal has not yet been finalised, but the controversy is growing. The Keep Elbit Out coalition has launched protests, public meetings and a citizens' initiative, while planning discussions continue.

'Majbooriyan hongi': Sonam Wangchuk on Salman's 'it's done, bro' remark

In June, activist Sonam Wangchuk went on an indefinite hunger strike at Jantar Mantar in support of the Cockroach Janta Party, demanding the resignation of then Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.

Power Outage Disrupts NEET PG Exam in Jaipur; Rescheduled for September 5

Jaipur, August 30: A power outage at the ION Digital Zone examination center in Sitapura, Jaipur, caused significant disruption during the NEET PG 2026 exam held on Sunday. Candidates faced considerable difficulties as electricity supply was interrupted mid-exam. Frustrated candidates and their families protested outside the examination center, demanding accountability from the administration regarding the ... Read more Power Outage Disrupts NEET PG Exam in Jaipur; Rescheduled for September 5

Delhi luxury hotels sell out, room rates surge ahead of Brics summit

Delhi's luxury hotel market is witnessing a sharp squeeze in room availability and a steep surge in tariffs ahead of the BRICS Summit, with several marquee properties either showing no rooms for key dates or quoting rates running into six figures a night. A check of hotel booking platforms for September 11-13 showed no availability at Taj Mahal and Taj Palace in New Delhi, while The Oberoi, New Delhi, was sold out for portions of the period. The Leela Palace New Delhi was not accepting bookings for the specified dates. Rooms that were available at properties such as ITC Maurya, New Delhi and Shangri-La Eros New Delhi were commanding exceptionally high tariffs, underscoring the premium being placed on accommodation in the capital around the September 12-13 Summit. The two-day geopolitical event is effectively compressing demand across several days, as delegates and other visitors arrive ahead of the Summit and extend their stays, putting additional pressure on room inventory in centr

Odisha Vigilance Arrests ASI in Sundargarh for Rs 20K Bribe

Odisha Vigilance late Saturday night arrested Madan Mohan Pradhan, Assistant Sub-Inspector of Police at Lahunipada PS, and his associate Mandeep Kumar Dasmodak while demanding and accepting a bribe of Rs 20,000 from an eatery owner. According to officials, ASI Pradhan had threatened the complainant with arrest in connection with an excise case registered against him [] The post Odisha Vigilance Arrests ASI in Sundargarh for Rs 20K Bribe appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Manoj Jarange stands firm on Kunbi certificates as hunger strike enters 2nd day

Maratha quota activist Manoj Jarange Patils indefinite hunger strike entered its second day on Sunday, with him demanding Kunbi certificates for eligible Marathas. Jarange warned that the agitation could shift to Mumbai if the Maharashtra government fails to accept his demands by September 12

Article 370 Is History, No Power Can Bring It Back : Altaf Thakur

Srinagar, August 30 : BJP J&K Spokesperson Altaf Thakur on Sunday strongly criticised Mirwaiz Umar Farooq for calling upon political parties to unite for the restoration of Article 370, saying that such statements were an attempt to provoke people and disturb the peaceful atmosphere that has emerged in Kashmir after years of violence. Thakur said Parliament had taken a historic constitutional decision on August 5, 2019, and the Supreme Court had subsequently upheld the abrogation of Article 370. Mirwaiz Umar Farooq should understand that Article 370 is not coming back. Parliament has buried Article 370 forever and no political party, leader or pressure group can reverse that constitutional reality, Thakur said. He said such calls risked dragging Kashmir back into the politics of the past. Statements of this nature are meant to provoke people and vitiate the peaceful atmosphere in the Valley once again. This will never be allowed. The nation has paid a very heavy price for the return of peace to Kashmir. The sacrifices of our brave security forces and civilians, including political workers who laid down their lives for peace and democracy, cannot be allowed to be undermined or challenged through politically motivated statements, Thakur said. He said Kashmir had witnessed enough bloodshed, shutdowns, stone-pelting and disruption, and the people should not be pushed towards another cycle of instability. Those who attempt to revive old fault lines must understand that Kashmir has moved ahead. Our youth want education, employment, entrepreneurship, investment, tourism and opportunities. They do not want to return to an era when shutdown calendars dictated their lives and violence dictated the future, he said. Thakur said political parties were free to express their views within the constitutional framework, but attempts to create agitation around an issue that had already been constitutionally settled would serve no purpose. Democracy gives everyone the right to speak and participate, but democracy cannot be reduced to repeatedly demanding the reversal of a constitutional decision that has already been upheld by the highest court of the country, he said. On the issue of statehood, Thakur said the BJP had made its position clear that statehood would be restored at an appropriate time. There is a clear distinction between statehood and Article 370. Statehood will be restored at an appropriate time, as has been stated by the Government. But there is absolutely no question of bringing back Article 370. Those spreading confusion on this issue should stop misleading the people, he said. Thakur accused those seeking to revive the Article 370 debate of ignoring the aspirations of the younger generation. The youth of Jammu and Kashmir are looking towards a future of peace, prosperity and opportunity. They want universities, jobs, businesses, better connectivity, tourism and modern infrastructure. They do not want to inherit the politics of fear, boycott and violence, he said. He said political parties should compete on development and governance rather than reopening issues that had already been settled constitutionally. Let there be a healthy political contest over employment, education, healthcare, tourism, investment and development. Let leaders tell the people what they can deliver rather than promising something that has no constitutional or legal possibility, Thakur said. He further said the sacrifices made over the past decades should not be forgotten. We cannot allow the sacrifices of security personnel, innocent civilians and political workers who stood firmly for democracy to be rendered meaningless. Every family that lost a loved one to terrorism has paid a price for the peace we see today. Nobody has the right to endanger that hard-earned peace for political expediency, he said. Thakur also appealed to the people, particularly the youth, not to fall prey to attempts to reopen old divisions. Kashmirs future belongs to its young people. They must not allow anyone to take them back to a past of violence and uncertainty. The new Kashmir must be built through education, enterprise, democracy and peace, he said. He said the BJP would continue to oppose any attempt to create fear, confusion or instability in Jammu and Kashmir. Article 370 is history. Statehood will come at the appropriate time. Democracy will continue to deepen and development will continue. But there will be no return to the politics of violence, separatism and disruption, Thakur said.

Congregation-facing Mass resumes at St. Marys Cathedral Basilica in Kochi

A sizeable share of priests and laity members of the Ernakulam-Angamaly Archdiocese had been demanding this mode of Mass, while opposing the Unified Mass that the Synod of the Syro-Malabar Church had been insisting on

Lionel Messi scores 4 goals, adds assist to lead Inter Miami to 7-1 romp over Montreal

Lionel Messi scored four goals and provided an assist in Inter Miami's dominant 7-1 win. Carlos Casemiro opened the scoring for Inter Miami with a header from a corner. Montreal managed to equalize briefly before Messi's second-half brilliance took over. Luis Suarez also found the net, extending Inter Miami's commanding lead. This victory marked Inter Miami's fifth consecutive win against Montreal.

Seamless coordination, upgraded facilities make Amarnath Yatra safer, smoother

Srinagar, Aug 29:Walking the high-altitude, rugged mountain trails toward the holy Amarnath Cave in the Himalayas has long been regarded as one of the country's most physically demanding pilgrimages. This year, however, hundreds of thousands of devotees recounted a markedly different experience, one defined by improved comfort, synchronised administration and robust safety measures. Driven by multi-departmental cooperation led by the Shri Amarnathji Shrine Board (SASB), the Jammu and Kashmir administration, J&K Police, Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs), the Indian Army and disaster response teams, this year's Yatra stands out as a benchmark for high-altitude pilgrimage management. The annual 57-day Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra concluded on Friday, with officials, devotees and stakeholders hailing this year's pilgrimage as one of the most organised, comfortable and secure in recent memory. Nearly 4.80 lakh devotees paid obeisance at the high-altitude cave shrine, benefiting from a major overhaul in ground-level infrastructure, inter-agency coordination and digital management. Through a coordinated approach involving the Jammu and Kashmir Administration, SASB, the Indian Army, CAPFs, J&K Police, disaster management teams and local service providers, the standard of facilities saw significant upgrades. Prior to the launch of the pilgrimage, authorities widened and reinforced the tracks along both the traditional Pahalgam and shorter Baltal routes. Railings were installed along hazardous cliff sides, and track lighting was upgraded to allow safe transit during early morning and late evening hours. To address high-altitude weather challenges, base camps at Baltal and Chandanwari were outfitted with weatherproof, temperature-controlled tents. In a move to enforce safety and prevent overcharging, officials mandated fire extinguishers across all tented accommodations and implemented a 100% prepaid rate structure for services like ponies, palanquins and porters. Healthcare saw substantial investments, with full-fledged base hospitals operational at major transit points. Equipped with oxygen booths, critical-care beds and high-altitude sickness specialists, these centres handled thousands of outpatient visits daily and offered immediate relief to pilgrims experiencing acute mountain sickness. Digital coordination played a pivotal role this season. Mandatory RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) tags for all pilgrims and transport vehicles enabled authorities to track crowd movement in real time and initiate quick responses during sudden weather shifts. Concurrently, a zero-waste sanitation drive ensured continuous cleanliness along the trekking routes, supported by dedicated municipal teams and green volunteers operating round the clock. Addressing reporters during a camp inspection earlier, Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha had emphasised that the upgraded management not only enhanced pilgrim safety but also injected vitality into the local economy. Thousands of locals, ranging from handicraft artisans to pony operators and tent owners, saw steady livelihoods thanks to the disciplined and highly accessible pilgrimage framework. Devotees departing from base camps expressed high satisfaction with reduced waiting times, transparent service pricing and overall cleanliness. Many Yatris who spoke to Greater Kashmir during the Yatra said they were satisfied with the arrangements and management. They said the better facilities had made the pilgrimage more comfortable and smooth. Pilgrims from across the country flocked to Jammu and Kashmir for the revered Amarnathji Yatra, expressing their appreciation for the enhanced infrastructure and amenities. They said the annual pilgrimage, which attracts thousands of devotees each year, had seen significant improvements in its facilities, making the spiritual journey more comfortable and memorable for all participants. One of the key enhancements has been the widening of tracks leading to the holy cave. The broader paths have eased the movement of pilgrims, reduced congestion and ensured a safer trek. Improved signage along the route has also been noted, helping pilgrims navigate the journey with greater ease. Sanitation facilities have seen considerable upgrades, with more restrooms and better waste-management systems in place. Cleanliness and hygiene, crucial for the health and well-being of pilgrims, have been given top priority. Many devotees have praised these efforts, highlighting the availability of clean drinking water and well-maintained washrooms as major improvements. The provision of nutritious food has also added to the pilgrims' satisfaction. In addition to these, other essential services such as medical aid and resting shelters have also been enhanced. Medical camps equipped with necessary supplies and staffed by trained professionals were stationed along the route, ready to assist pilgrims with any health concerns. Temporary shelters provided much-needed rest for weary pilgrims, while improved transportation options made access to the base camps more convenient. The government had appointed two IAS officers as nodal officers for the smooth conduct of the Shri Amarnath Ji pilgrimage and better coordination. Rahul Yadav, Managing Director of Jammu and Kashmir Power Development Corporation (JKPDC), was posted as Nodal Officer for the Baltal axis, while Shahid Chaudhary, Commissioner Secretary, Youth Services and Sports, was posted as Nodal Officer for the Pahalgam axis. Lieutenant Governor Jammu and Kashmir Manoj Sinha was personally monitoring the Yatra. Under the supervision of the Chief Executive Officer, SASB, the Deputy Commissioners of Ganderbal and Anantnag were regularly updating the LG on the arrangements and developments along the two axes. The civil and police administration worked day and night to ensure a hassle-free and incident-free Yatra. Security personnel drawn from the Army, CRPF, ITBP, SSB, BSF and Jammu and Kashmir Police were deployed this year. Adequate security arrangements were put in place to ensure smooth conduct of the Amarnath Yatra. CRPF contingents, the Army, Border Security Force, Indo-Tibetan Border Police and Sashastra Seema Bal, besides Jammu and Kashmir Police, were also deployed for the Yatra. State and national disaster response forces were deployed as well. Notably, during the annual Amarnath pilgrimage, the holy cave is approached by pilgrims either through the 46-km-long traditional Pahalgam-Chandanwari-Sheshnag-Panchtarni trek or through the 14-km-long Baltal-Dumail trek.

Family alleges negligence after newborn dies at DH Bandipora; Hospital says baby was stillborn

Bandipora, Aug 29:District Hospital Bandipora has denied allegations of medical negligence in the death of a newborn, saying the baby was stillborn, while the bereaved family has accused doctors of negligence and delayed referral during delivery. The family staged a protest inside the hospital premises on Saturday, demanding action against the doctors on duty. Medical Superintendent (MS) Dr Mukhtar Ahmad Malla told Greater Kashmir that the case was under investigation and maintained that it was not a case of medical negligence. It was a stillbirth, and the family knows it, he said. Irfan Aham Sheikh, the baby's father, said he brought his wife Parveena to the hospital around 10 a.m. on Wednesday. He alleged that doctors shifted her between the ward and labour room three times, saying she still had time before delivery. Sheikh said doctors repeatedly told the family that the baby was healthy and moving normally until shortly before the delivery late that night. According to him, his wife was taken to the labour room around midnight and the family was informed that she had delivered a baby boy. Everyone from the staff congratulated us, but less than an hour later we were told the baby had died, Sheikh said. Family members alleged that doctors failed to take a timely decision and did not refer the woman to a tertiary care hospital in Srinagar despite the delivery becoming complicated. They also claimed they received conflicting explanations about the baby's death, including that the newborn had been given oxygen, that no heartbeat could be detected and that the baby had swallowed meconium. Sheikh said ultrasound examinations conducted before delivery had shown no abnormalities. The radiologist assured us everything was okay with the baby. The reports also say so, he said. He further alleged that his wife suffered bruises on her chest and torso during delivery after multiple staff members pressed hard on her body to assist childbirth. There were at least four people restraining her or forcing the delivery, he alleged. The medical superintendent said preliminary findings suggested the baby had swallowed meconium and that other abnormalities were also observed. The baby was oversized and his head was also too large, Dr Malla said. He said that the findings were preliminary and that an inquiry committee had been constituted to collect reports from the doctors involved, examine the allegations and determine the final cause and circumstances of the baby's death.

Tyndale-Biscoe, SRM Welkins advance to final of CE Tyndale-Biscoe Tournament

The 5th Canon C.E. Tyndale-Biscoe Invitational Football Tournament witnessed an exciting day of semi-final action, with teams displaying remarkable skill, determination and true sporting spirit. In the first semi-final, Tyndale-Biscoe School, as per a statement, produced a sensational attacking performance against Iqbal Memorial Institute, registering a commanding 100 victory. The goal scorers were Adeeb (3', 25'), Baris (8', 15', 18', 20', 39', 40'), Fahad (76'), and Muheet (78'). Baris was declared the Man of the Match for his outstanding performance. The second semi-final between SRM Welkins Sopore and DPS Srinagar was a closely contested encounter. SRM Welkins Sopore emerged victorious with a 10-win, courtesy of a goal by Miran Mir in the 69th minute. Miran Mir was deservedly adjudged the Man of the Match. With these results, the tournament has reached an exciting stage. Tyndale-Biscoe School (Biscoe) will now play SRM Welkins Sopore on Monday in the much-awaited next clash, as both teams look forward to continuing their impressive journey in the tournament. The tournament continues to promote the values of Unity, Fitness, Discipline, Sportsmanship and Service, while providing young footballers an excellent platform to showcase their talent and competitive spirit.

Isudan Gadhvi Begins Indefinite Protest, Demands Relief for Gujarat Farmers

AAP Gujarat president Isudan Gadhvi launched an indefinite protest for farmers, demanding a drought declaration, fodder supplies, water release under the SAUNI scheme and a waiver of electricity bills.

The Weight They Carry Alone!

FAMILY & SOCIETY DR SHABEENA YAQOOB Behind every child with a developmental or intellectual disability, there is a family quietly absorbing stares, unsolicited advice, rigid workplace expectations, and persistent self-doubt. Within this struggle, these families especially mother are also crafting a lesser-told story one of adaptation, support networks, and hard-won resilience. It usually begins with a glance. A stranger's stare a beat too long in a marketplace, a relative's carefully worded question at a family gathering, or a teacher's hesitant phone call home. For parents of children with special needs whether the diagnosis is autism, intellectual disability, cerebral palsy, or another developmental condition these small moments accumulate into something much larger: a persistent, low-grade pressure that shapes daily life long after the initial shock of diagnosis has passed. This pressure rarely announces itself as an act of cruelty. More often, it wears the face of pity, unsolicited advice, or well-meaning but wounding comparisons to ormal children. Sociologists have long described this phenomenon as courtesy stigma, a social penalty extended not to the child alone but to the entire family associated with a stigmatized condition. Parents report being quietly excluded from social gatherings, second-guessed on their parenting choices, and, in more conservative settings, outright blamed for their child's condition. The result is slow erosion of confidence, community, and, for many, their career. The Invisible Job behind the Job What is less visible than the social sting is its collision with the working life. Parents mothers in particular routinely describe an impossible arithmetic: therapy appointments that clash with office hours, employers unwilling to offer flexibility, and colleagues who view caregiving responsibilities as a private matter that should not intrude on professional performance. When workplace culture treats such disclosures with suspicion rather than support, parents face a cruel choice between their child's needs and their livelihood. Researchers studying occupational well-being often use a simple but powerful framework: every job carries both demands (the things that drain us) and resources (the things that sustain us). For parents of children with special needs, the demands multiply additional caregiving hours, therapy costs, and emotional labor while the resources that could offset them, such as flexible scheduling, understanding supervisors, or on-site support, are frequently absent. When demands consistently outstrip resources, exhaustion is not a possibility; it is close to being inevitable. This exhaustion is not confined to the workplace. It follows parents homes, shaping how patiently they respond to a meltdown, how present they are at the dinner table, and how much emotional reserve remains for their marriage or for their other children. Work-life conflict, once thought of as a middle-class inconvenience, has become a determinant of mental health for these families. What the Data and the Doorstep Both Say Emerging research on families of children with autism and other developmental conditions consistently finds that social stigma and unsupportive work environments are strongly linked to poorer psychological well-being among parents, primarily through two pathways: emotional exhaustion and work-family conflict. However, the same body of evidence offers something hopeful: these pathways are not fixed destinies. Two factors consistently soften the blow: family support and resilience. Where the extended family shares the caregiving load without judgment and where a spouse actively co-parents rather than delegates, the corrosive effect of stigma on mental health weakens considerably. Similarly, parents who have developed resilience through faith, community, therapy, or simply time and experience are better equipped to withstand the strain that work-life conflict places on their well-being. Importantly, resilience is not a fixed personality trait that some parents are born with and others are not. It can be built, taught, and supported by the government. From Sympathy to Structural Change It is tempting to respond to these findings with sympathy. However, sympathy without structural change leaves the underlying pressures untouched. Several shifts at different levels of society would make a tangible difference. Workplaces can move from rigid attendance-based cultures to outcome-based, flexible arrangements and train managers to treat caregiving disclosures as ordinary workforce realities rather than red flags. Schools and community institutions can create structured, judgment-free spaces parent support groups, sibling programs, and awareness campaigns that normalize developmental disabilities rather than mystifying them. Extended families can be gently educated on the difference between helpful involvement and intrusive commentary. Mental health services, which are still under-accessed by caregivers who see their own well-being as secondary to their child's needs, need to be made more visible, affordable, and stigma-free in their own right. Policy has a role too. Workplace policies that explicitly recognize caregiving for children with disabilities through flexible leave, remote work options, or on-site counseling would convert what is currently an individual burden into a shared institutional responsibility. Kashmir and similar regions, where extended family networks remain strong but formal support systems are still developing, are particularly well placed to build on existing community bonds while investing in professional support structures special educators, therapists, accessible mental health counseling that families still lack. The Story Beyond the Struggle This is not to suggest that families of children with special needs are solely defined by hardship. Many parents describe a parallel, quieter narrative: a deepened sense of purpose, a recalibrated understanding of success, and bonds of friendship with other parents who simply understand without needing an explanation. Resilience research reminds us that struggle and growth are not opposites; they frequently occur together, in the same household, on the same day. These families are not asking for pity. It is recognition that their exhaustion is real, that their caregiving is skilled and demanding labor, and that the pressure they absorb from workplaces, extended families, and society at large is a solvable problem rather than a private misfortune to be endured in silence. A society is measured not by how it speaks about its most vulnerable members but by how it structurally supports the families who care for them every single day. (The Author is a Research scholar and can be reached at: kanshabeena91@gmail.com)

Stipend row: MBBS interns protest

Srinagar, Aug 29: MBBS interns in Jammu and Kashmir who have decided to suspend services from Aug 31 on Saturday protested against the government over the failure to enhance their monthly stipend, saying their demands have remained unaddressed for seven years. We have been suffering for the past seven years. No one is hearing us, as if we are not part of this society, said Ahmad Faraz Malik, an MBBS intern at SKIMS Medical College, Srinagar, during their protest at Pratap Park. The interns said they remain on duty for long hours, including emergencies, and often handle responsibilities comparable to those of regular doctors. They said the existing stipend is inadequate amid rising living costs. Interns posted in peripheral areas are suffering the most. They can hardly manage room rent, food, travel and other basic expenses, they said. Resident Doctors Association (RDA), SKIMS Medical College and Hospital (SKIMS-MCH), Bemina, acknowledged the concerns raised by intern doctors and called for an urgent revision of their monthly stipend. Intern doctors serve as a vital pillar of clinical services across emergency units, inpatient wards, intensive care facilities and outpatient departments, regularly managing demanding hours and substantial workloads, the association said. It said the existing stipend of Rs 12,300 per month falls short of covering basic living and professional expenses in view of rising costs. The RDA also highlighted the lack of institutional health coverage or social security for interns in case they fall ill or face occupational hazards during clinical duties. The Dental Surgeons Association Jammu and Kashmir (DSA-JK) also extended support to BDS and MBBS interns ahead of their proposed strike from August 31. The association demanded an increase in the monthly internship honorarium from Rs 12,300 to Rs 30,000. The Jammu and Kashmir Medical Students Association (JKMSA) also expressed solidarity with intern doctors serving across hospitals and medical institutions in the Union Territory. The Democratic Medical Association (DMA) J&K also extended support to the interns, describing them as an indispensable part of the public healthcare system.

Lord's Test: England take commanding 357-run lead over Pakistan

England have taken a commanding 357-run lead over Pakistan on the rain-affected third day of the second Test at Lord's.

Himachal Pradesh leases nearly 70 acres for Palampur IIT Mandi campus

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Glasgow Cosmic Beat Dublin Guardians by 33 Runs in ETPL

Glasgow Cosmic secured their first victory of the ETPL with a commanding 33-run win over Dublin Guardians at Sportpark Westvliet, responding strongly after a defeat in their opening match. Dublin won the toss and elected to field, giving Glasgow the opportunity to set the target. The Cosmic batting unit made full use of that opportunity, posting 183 for five from their 20 overs. Jason Roy provided the early momentum, striking a powerful 60 from 37 balls, with eight fours and a six. But the innings truly accelerated when Richie Berrington joined him in the middle. Berrington produced the defining batting performance of the innings, smashing 51 from just 27 deliveries. His knock contained two fours and four sixes and came at a remarkable strike rate of 188.88. The pair added 68 runs for the fourth wicket, transforming Glasgow's position and giving the Cosmic a strong platform for the final overs. Matthew Cross then added an unbeaten 25 from 16 balls as Glasgow finished on 183/5. Dublin's chase began badly when Muhammad Waseem was dismissed for a duck by Lungi Ngidi, but Harry Tector kept the Guardians in contention with a superb 75 from 45 balls. He struck eight fours and three sixes, repeatedly finding ways to keep Dublin within touching distance of the required rate. Sanjay Krishnamurthi added 20 from 15, but wickets continued to fall around Tector. Once the middle order began to disappear, the chase slipped firmly away from Dublin. The decisive spell came from Ngidi. The South African fast bowler produced a sensational four-wicket haul, finishing with 4 for 21 from his four overs. His opening over was a wicket maiden, immediately setting the tone for a spell in which he repeatedly struck at crucial moments, including the early dismissal of Waseem before returning to remove George Dockrell, Ravichandran Ashwin and Chris Wood in a devastating late spell. Dublin were eventually dismissed for 150 in 19.3 overs, leaving Glasgow 33 runs short of the target. Berrington's 51 was the innings-defining contribution, providing the acceleration that took Glasgow from a competitive position to a winning total and earning him the Man of the Match award. His four sixes and near-189 strike rate proved crucial in a match ultimately decided by the margin of runs. For Glasgow, the victory was built on outstanding individual performances: Berrington's explosive half-century and Jason Roys 60 gave them the runs, while Ngidi's four-wicket burst ensured Dublin could never complete the chase. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories After their opening defeat, Glasgow Cosmic have responded in emphatic fashion and in Berrington, Roy and Ngidi, they found the performances that shaped their first ETPL victory.

I am the king: Ex-cricketer reveals how Ganguly transformed Team Indias mindset

Deep Dasgupta, the former Indian cricketer, emphasised the profound influence of Sourav Ganguly on the team's culture. Ganguly's commanding 'I am the king' mindset instilled confidence, encouraging players to stand up to sledging. This pivotal shift fostered a new combative spirit within the Indian cricket team, leading to notable victories both at home and abroad during his captaincy.

MBBS interns threaten strike over 12,300 stipend, demand fair compensation for their work

MBBS interns threaten indefinite strike, demand fair compensation MBBS interns are an essential part of our healthcare system. They work long hours, attend to patients, assist in emergencies, perform night duties and shoulder responsibilities that directly contribute to patient careyet receive just 12,300 a month. Is 12,300 enough compensation for the responsibility, workload and hours they put in during their internship? Watch the video as MBBS interns raise their concerns and warn of an indefinite strike, demanding fair compensation for their work. Report: Shafia Riyaz Camera: Murtaza Bilal

Zelensky Cornered In Kyiv? Massive Revolt Erupts Outside His Office As Protesters Demand Change

Protests have gathered near Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskys office in Kyiv, with demonstrators demanding greater dialogue with the government and changes to veteran and defence policies. Footage from the scene shows protesters carrying Ukrainian flags as speakers voice concerns over political participation, government accountability and the treatment of veterans returning from the front line. The demonstrations come amid growing political pressure on Zelenskys government following recent changes within Ukraines defence leadership. The protests are also unfolding as Russian strikes continue to hit Kyiv and nearby regions, with casualties reported. Watch for the key developments and what the latest protests could signal for Ukraines political landscape.

Bihar: Bhim Armys Rights March in Patna Leads to Police Detentions

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Casteist slur, humiliation: TN teacher booked after dalit teen dies by suicide

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Jonty Sidhus Stellar Performance Leads Central Delhi Kings to Finals

New Delhi, August 29: The Central Delhi Kings secured a commanding victory over Old Delhi 6 by 72 runs, advancing to the finals where they will face South Delhi Superstars on August 30. In the Qualifier-2 match held at Arun Jaitley Stadium, Kings captain Jonty Sidhu delivered an outstanding performance, scoring an unbeaten 106 runs ... Read more Jonty Sidhus Stellar Performance Leads Central Delhi Kings to Finals

Aamir Khan slept 8 hours at Farhan Akhtars place after hearing 1st half of Dil Chahta Hai; filmmaker recalls, He said, I just need 15-minute power nap

The Dil Chahta Hai Reunion happened yesterday August 28 at a suburban hotel in Mumbai. It was organized by Amazon Music and We Are Yuva. The event saw the presence of almost the entire team of the film Aamir Khan, Saif Ali Khan, Dimpla Kapadia, Sonali Kulkarni, Farhan Akhtar, Ritesh Sidhwani, Javed Akhtar, Shankar Mahadevan, Ehsaan Noorani and Loy Mendonsa get nostalgic on its 25 iconic years. Among the various hilarious incidents shared during the event, the one that stood out was Aamir listening to the narration of Dil Chahta Hai for the second time. Aamir had heard the script before he went to shoot Lagaan, shared Farhan. Then after six months, he was coming back to Bombay. He said Yaar, I want to hear the script again. I just want to be familiar with it again. I said cool. He said, I am going to land at so and so time. I will just go home, shower quickly and come to your house and I will hear the script. Farhan continued, So, he came home and we narrated the first half. And obviously, the schedule of Lagaan must have been so demanding because of where they were shooting and how the shoot was going. He was so exhausted when he came home, that roughly about 11:30 in the morning, he said, after the first half was done, Guys, I just need a 15-minute power nap. Wake me up in 15 minutes with a chai and then we will hear the second half. And he went to sleep. We gave a pillow, blanket and bedsheet. What Farhan shared next brought the house down. After that, we tried to wake him up; he woke up at 8 in the evening, recalled the filmmaker. At 8 in the evening, we were downstairs and having our chai and drinking out beer. Aamir comes up and says, How much did a sleep? While the whole venue was in splits, Aamir said calmly, Yes, I remember that. I am a heavy sleeper. Also Read: Dil Chahta Hais initial script was written ENTIRELY in English, reveals Aamir Khan; says, I was sure when I hear the Hindi version, I am going to CRINGE

Trump Threatens Britain's Falklands Sovereignty Over NATO Spending; Big Test For New UK PM Burnham

The US-UK alliance is facing fresh tensions over the Falkland Islands. According to The Telegraph, Washington is reportedly considering using its position on the disputed territory as leverage to pressure Britain into increasing defence spending. The move comes as Donald Trump pushes NATO 3.0, with European allies expected to take greater responsibility for defending the continent. Washington is demanding bigger defence commitments as it reassesses the US military footprint in Europe. The Falklands dispute adds another explosive dimension to the NATO showdown, especially as concerns grow over Russia's threat to the alliance's eastern flank.

TET-Qualified Candidates Protest Recruitment Delay, Detained by Police Before Planned CM Residence March

Agartala, August 29, 2026: Police detained a group of TET-qualified job seekers near Town Hall on Saturday as they gathered for a planned protest demanding recruitment and employment. The candidates had announced a programme to lay siege to the Chief Ministers residence to draw the governments attention to their long-pending demand. However, before the protest... The post TET-Qualified Candidates Protest Recruitment Delay, Detained by Police Before Planned CM Residence March first appeared on Northeast Today .

Raja Singh questions Asaduddin Owaisi on MLC

Hyderabad: Goshamahal MLA T Raja Singh has questioned All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) president Asaduddin Owaisi over the expulsion of party MLC Mirza Rahmath Baig, demanding that the leadership disclose the reasons behind the sudden action. Reacting to the AIMIM announcement that Rahmath Baig had been expelled from the party with immediate effect and asked 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 .

Cardi B opens up about balancing four kids and her music career

Cardi B reflected on balancing motherhood with her demanding music career, highlighting how much her life has changed over the years. The rapper shared that seven years and four children later, she continues to pursue her career while embracing her responsibilities as a mother

Maratha Activist Manoj Jarange begins fast over kunbi certificates

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Berlin 'Blackmailed' By Hackers After Data Theft During Cyberattack: Mayor

According to the German weekly Der Spiegel, the blackmailers are demanding 30 bitcoins -- the equivalent of about two million euros or $2.5 million.

IIT Madras Introduces Phiball: A Faster, More Tactical Basketball Variant

IIT Madras has launched Phiball, a new three-team basketball game designed to be faster, more accessible, and tactically demanding. Inspired by Omegaball, Phiball is played on a circular court, forcing players to adapt to new strategies and constant defense, making it an intense experience with low setup costs.

Manoj Jarange launches indefinite fast, accuses Fadnavis of 'grudge' against Marathas

Quota activist Manoj Jarange has launched an indefinite hunger strike demanding Maratha reservation. He accuses the Maharashtra Chief Minister of holding a grudge against the community. Jarange also called for the elimination of the caste verification committee. He threatened to march to the Chief Minister's residence if issues remain unresolved. The protest aims to secure the future of Maratha youth.

Chatroo Kishtwar minors death case: Health worker arrested, total accused reach six

Ramban, Aug 29: A female health worker has been arrested in connection with the death of a minor girl from Chatroo in Kishtwar district, taking the total number of accused arrested in the case to six, officials said. The accused, identified as Sonika Parihar, a Female Multipurpose Health Worker (FMPHW) posted at District Hospital Kishtwar, was arrested during the ongoing investigation into FIR No. 34/2026 registered at Police Station Chatroo. The case has been registered under relevant provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act and the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act. The minors death under suspicious circumstances earlier this month sparked widespread outrage across Kishtwar and parts of the Chenab Valley. Protests, shutdowns and sit-ins were held in Chatroo, Kishtwar and parts of Doda and Ramban, with people demanding a transparent probe and strict action against those responsible. In view of the sensitivity of the case, SSP Kishtwar constituted a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to conduct a detailed investigation. Officials said the probe has so far brought to light material related to the alleged sexual exploitation of the minor, her pregnancy, alleged attempts to terminate the pregnancy and the involvement of several individuals, including persons allegedly linked to her medical treatment. Police had earlier arrested five persons in the case, including a government school teacher and his brother. The teacher was subsequently suspended by the Education Department following his arrest. With Parihars arrest, the number of accused arrested in the case has risen to six. According to police, the role of the health worker emerged during the course of the investigation, following which she was arrested in accordance with the law. The SIT is continuing its probe using scientific and evidence-based methods to establish the sequence of events leading to the minors death and ascertain the individual roles of all persons allegedly connected with the case. Police said further arrests would be made if warranted by the evidence and that strict legal action would be taken against anyone found involved. The latest development comes amid continued demands from residents, civil society groups and political representatives for a fair and time-bound investigation. District Police Kishtwar reiterated that the investigation would be conducted impartially and thoroughly, and that no person found involved would be spared.

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