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Annamayya district approves 2 crore for 90 drinking water projects
Minister of Transport Mandipalli Ramprasad Reddy says the works will be taken across six mandals, where Galiveedu has been allocated 20 works costing 44 lakh, Lakkireddipalli has 21 works estimated at 44.60 lakh, Ramapuram has 19 works costing 47.30 lakh, Sambepalli has 17 works at 36.30 lakh, Chinnamandem has six works at 11.60 lakh, and Rayachoti has seven works at 16.10 lakh
BJP claims religious groups trying to dictate terms to Kerala government
Digital Desk | Thiruvananthapuram, Sep 7 (IANS) The BJP on Monday alleged that religious fundamentalist forces were trying to put pressure on the Kerala government and take control of its functioning by threatening and intimidating the Chief Minister. BJP national executive member P.K. Krishnadas said an article in the mouthpiece of the E.K. faction of Samastha, headlined 'The Chief Minister should speak with decorum,' was the latest indication of a dangerous political trend in the state. He alleged that the close ties between the E.K. faction of Samastha and the Indian Union Muslim League were well-known and that the article showed the League putting pressure on Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan through the religious organisation. IUML is the second-biggest ally of the ruling United Democratic Front led by Chief Minister Satheesan. A religious organisation backed by a major constituent of the ruling alliance is telling the Chief Minister of a democratically elected government how he should speak. This is not merely criticism. It is an attempt to threaten and insult the Chief Minister, Krishnadas said. He alleged that there was now an attempt to shift the control of the government from political leadership to religious organisations. Such a trend, he said, would pose a threat to democracy, secularism and social harmony in Kerala. Krishnadas said the BJP had strong political differences with both Satheesan and the Congress. But that does not mean religious organisations can threaten a democratically elected Chief Minister. The BJP will oppose such politics tooth and nail, he said. He said the latest controversy could not be viewed in isolation, pointing to the recent statement from the Kanthapuram faction as well. He alleged that these developments indicated growing interference by religious organisations in the state's political and administrative affairs. Krishnadas also referred to Muslim League MLA Firoz publicly demanding the withdrawal of police cases registered against YouTuber Abdul Basil. While the Chief Minister is being pressured through Samastha and the Muslim League, the Home Minister is being publicly pressured by an MLA from the same ruling alliance. This raises the question of whose hands the real control of the government is moving into, he said. He also attacked the Congress for remaining silent on the statements from religious organisations. He said AICC General Secretary, K.C. Venugopal, when asked about the issue, had said the party's position would be clarified later. Krishnadas alleged that the Congress was unwilling to confront religious organisations because of political considerations. He said the BJP's opposition to such pressure politics should not be seen as support for the Chief Minister. We are not supporting the Chief Minister. We are opposing the politics of intimidation, he said. He urged people who voted the UDF to power to reflect on the issue and said the government should be controlled by democratically elected representatives and not religious organisations. Krishnadas also took a swipe at CPI(M) leader P. Jayarajan over his recent remarks against the BJP. He recalled Jayarajan's earlier attempt to organise a parallel Sri Krishna Jayanthi procession in Kannur and claimed that it failed to receive public support, including from CPI(M) workers. He questioned whether the Marxist party had the right to celebrate Sri Krishna Jayanthi. If they want, celebrating Kamsa Jayanthi may be more appropriate for them, he said sarcastically.
Odisha Vigilance arrests two govt officials for taking bribe in Puri
Digital Desk | Bhubaneswar, Sep 7 (IANS) The Odisha Vigilance on Monday apprehended a Revenue Inspector (RI) and an Assistant Revenue Inspector (ARI) for allegedly demanding and accepting a bribe of Rs 35,000 from a person for processing an enquiry report in connection with a land conversion and mutation case in Puri district. The accused were identified as RI Kalyani Jena, and ARI Purna Chandra Behera, both posted at the Siula RI Circle under Pipili Tehsil in Puri district. According to the Odisha Vigilance department, the complainant had applied under the rules of the Revenue and Disaster Management Department for conversion of agricultural land into homestead land. When he approached the RI office to enquire about the status of his application, the accused duo Jena and Behera allegedly demanded Rs 35,000 for initiating the mutation case and processing and forwarding the required enquiry report. Despite repeated requests by the applicant, the accused duo insisted on taking the demanded bribe. After failing to meet the demanded bribe, the applicant (complainant) approached the Vigilance authorities narrating harassment by Jena and Behera, the Vigilance department said. Acting on the complaint, a Vigilance team laid a trap on Monday and caught Jena and Behera while accepting the bribe from the complainant. The entire bribe amount of Rs 35,000 was recovered from the possession of the accused and seized, the agency said. Following the trap, simultaneous searches were launched at the accused persons' office and residential premises at Brahmakumdi (Charichhak), Achyutapur (Chandanpur) and Rasulgarh in Bhubaneswar as part of an investigation into their disproportionate assets, the Vigilance department added. In connection with the case, Bhubaneswar Vigilance Police Station has registered a case on September 5 under Section 7 of the Prevention of Corruption (Amendment) Act, 2018. Further investigation is underway. The police officers on Sunday arrested Anupama Sahoo, presently posted as the Assistant Executive Engineer (AEE) of Drainage Division of Kendrapada district in connection with a corruption case. The Odisha Vigilance has intensified its crackdown on corrupt officials and employees, in line with the state government's zero-tolerance approach to corruption in government offices.
Telangana Assembly pandemonium: BRS moves SC/ST Commission
Hyderabad: The Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) has filed a complaint with the Telangana State Commission for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (SC/ST) Commission, demanding action against the alleged manhandling of its BC MLAs by the Hyderabad Police at the Secretariat on Monday, September 7. In a letter to the Chairperson, the pink party has alleged Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Who is Elizabeth Holmes? The Theranos fraud behind Nathan Fielder's documentary
A new documentary about disgraced Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes had a surprise, unannounced premiere at the Telluride Film Festival, and it has quickly become one of the most talked-about titles at the festival. You Can See Everything , made by A24 and co-directed by comedian Nathan Fielder (known for The Rehearsal and The Curse ) alongside documentarian Lance Oppenheim, follows Holmes in the weeks before she surrendered to prison in 2023. Fielder and his crew were granted remarkable access: he lived with Holmes and her partner, hotel heir Billy Evans, at their home in Del Mar, California, filming over roughly five weeks before her sentence began, and staying involved with the project for three years afterwards. The film runs close to three hours and mixes straightforward interviews with more unconventional techniques, including scenes in which actress Amanda Seyfried, who played Holmes in a previous dramatization, is brought in to help make sense of what the directors captured. Early reviews describe it as unsettling and hard to categorise, less a conventional true-crime documentary than a study of how Holmes still talks about what happened. For readers who remember the headlines but not the detail, here is a refresher on who Holmes is, what she actually did, what she says about it now, and where this new film sits alongside the books and dramas already made about her. Who is Elizabeth Holmes? Holmes was born in Washington DC to a mother who worked as a congressional staffer and a father who had held a senior role at Enron, the energy company that collapsed in a major accounting scandal. She won a place at Stanford University and began working on early biomedical ideas there, founding what would become Theranos in 2003, when she was just 19. She dropped out of Stanford and used her tuition savings to build the company, having already filed a patent application as a student. By the end of 2010, she had raised roughly $92 million (73 million) in venture capital, on the promise that Theranos was building a device capable of running a full range of diagnostic tests from a few drops of blood taken with a simple finger-prick, rather than a full syringe draw. She went on to build what one report at the time called one of the most prominent boards in American corporate history, including former US secretaries of state Henry Kissinger and George Shultz and former Pentagon chief Jim Mattis. Nathan Fielder Getty Images By 2014 she was appearing on the covers of Fortune , Forbes and Inc. , and Forbes valued her stake in the company at around $4.5 billion (3.6 billion), naming her the youngest self-made female billionaire in the US. What was her crime, and how did she pull it off? Theranos's core promise was a machine that could run comprehensive blood tests from a pinprick sample, but it never actually worked as claimed. Holmes is understood to have based the idea on her own dislike of needles, and turned it into a product pitch before the underlying science existed to support it. Central to how the deception was maintained was Ramesh Sunny Balwani, Theranos's chief operating officer, who was also Holmes's romantic partner for much of this period, though the relationship was not publicly disclosed at the time. Multiple experts, including a Stanford medical professor, are understood to have warned early on that the science behind the pinprick concept could not work, but Holmes and Balwani continued to promote it regardless. Balwani has been described as having run a demanding, controlling management style inside the company, and was tried separately from Holmes; he was also convicted of fraud and served a prison sentence. To keep the story alive, Holmes personally added the logos of major pharmaceutical firms Pfizer and Schering-Plough to Theranos validation reports and shared these with investors, without the companies' permission or knowledge, giving the false impression that the technology had been independently endorsed. Internally, the company is understood to have concealed how often its own machines failed, and to have run a significant share of patient tests on standard third-party lab equipment rather than its own device, while still marketing the results as Theranos's own breakthrough technology. The fraud began to unravel following a series of Wall Street Journal investigations from 2015 onwards, which Holmes is reported to have tried to have stopped by appealing directly to the paper's owner, Rupert Murdoch, who was also a Theranos investor. She was convicted in January 2022 of defrauding investors and, in November of that year, sentenced to 11 years in prison. She began serving her sentence in 2023 . What Holmes claims in the documentary According to early reviews of You Can See Everything , Holmes maintains in the film that she has never lied and that the Theranos device genuinely worked, arguing that the hardware itself was sound and that only the chemistry needed to run specific tests remained unfinished, a problem she reportedly treats as a routine engineering task rather than evidence the technology never existed. Reviewers describe her as unable to accept, or even engage with, an alternative reading of events, illustrated in the film by a scene in which Fielder shows her a classic comedy routine and finds she cannot explain why it is funny used in reviews as a way of illustrating a rigid, literal mindset that struggles to hold two meanings at once. The documentary is reported to sit with Holmes and Evans as they watch an earlier dramatisation of her story, with Holmes reportedly dismissing it as inaccurate. Critics reviewing the film stress that it does not attempt to argue Holmes is innocent, but instead explores why she appears to genuinely believe her own account, and it does not shy away from the potential harm patients could have faced had the faulty technology been more widely used. A poster of the documentary A24 Earlier books and dramatisations This is far from the first screen treatment of the Theranos story: The Inventor: Out for Blood in Silicon Valley (2019): An HBO documentary directed by Alex Gibney, using archival footage and access inside Theranos to examine how the fraud took hold. The Dropout (2022) : A Hulu biographical drama miniseries starring Amanda Seyfried as Holmes and Naveen Andrews as her former business and romantic partner, Ramesh Sunny Balwani, tracing the company from its Stanford origins to its collapse. Seyfried won an Emmy and a Golden Globe for the role. Bad Blood: Secrets and Lies in a Silicon Valley Start-Up : the investigative book by journalist John Carreyrou, widely regarded as the definitive account of the Theranos scandal and a key source for both screen adaptations.
Tennis: India's Karan Singh wins singles title in ITF M15 Bali
Chandigarh, Sep 7 (IANS) India's Karan Singh clinched the men's singles title at the ITF Mens World Tennis Tour M15, which was played in Bali, Indonesia. This is Karans fourth career title and his third of the 2026 season -- second in singles. The fourth-seeded Indian (ATP 604) defeated the fifth seed Isaac Becroft of New Zealand in a closely contested final on hard courts, clinching a 7-5, 7-6(3) win to lift the title. It was a phenomenal run for Karan, who trains at the Roundglass Tennis Academy (RGTA) and delivered a flawless week of tennis by winning the championship without dropping a single set. He began the campaign by defeating Indonesian qualifier Gunawan Trismuwantara 6-3, 7-5. In the second round, he got the better of local wildcard Rafalentino Ali Da Costa 6-3, 6-2. In the quarterfinals, Singh continued his dominance, defeating another Indonesian wildcard, Nathan Anthony Barki, 6-1, 6-4. In the semifinals, Karan was up against the seventh seed Ryotaro Taguchi of Japan. In a commanding performance, Karan got the better of the Japanese player, cruising to a 6-3, 6-3 straight-sets win to book his place in the final. The singles victory in Indonesia marks a highly successful continuation of Karan's 2026 calendar, coming just weeks after he clinched the doubles title at the ITF M15 Astana in Kazakhstan. In August, partnering with Russia's Martin Borisiouk, the unseeded pair battled through three consecutive match tiebreaks, including an upset over the top seeds in the semifinals, before dominating the local Kazakh pair of Danial Rakhmatullayev and Damir Zhalgasbay 6-3, 6-2 in the final. Karan, who hails from Karnal in Haryana, has a career-high ATP singles ranking of world No. 388 achieved on 8 August 2025. He also has a career-high doubles ranking of No. 436 achieved on 28 July 2025. The 23-year-old Karan has won one ATP Challenger doubles title at the 2024 Brazzaville Challenger with Florent Bax.
Manipur to pursue 1951 as base year for NRC with Centre: Home Minister
Imphal, Sep 7 (IANS) Manipur Home Minister Konthoujam Govindas Singh on Monday told that 1951 will be the base year for the National Register of Citizens (NRC) in the state and that the state government will pursue the matter with the Centre in accordance with resolutions adopted by the State Assembly. The Home Minister in the House was replying to a query raised by Opposition Congress MLA Keisham Meghachandra Singh regarding the updation of the NRC in Manipur and the original physical records of the 1951 NRC. He told the House that the records of the 1951 NRC are being traced. Govindas Singh said that the state government alone cannot implement the NRC without the approval of the Union government. As per the resolution adopted by the House on August 5, 2022, the Manipur State Population Commission has already been constituted, he added. The Home Minister said that the issue of NRC should not be taken lightly and the NRC has been implemented in Assam, but it could not still be kept in the public domain. The matter has been pending in the court, he said, adding that the state government has already pursued the Central government to introduce the NRC in the state. The state government again pursued the Central government as per the Assembly resolution on March 1, 2024, reaffirming its earlier resolution. Again on September 2, 2026, the House unanimously passed a resolution reaffirming its earlier decisions. We need to cautiously move the Centre so that it would not fail like that in Assam, Govindas Singh added. Meanwhile, the state Assembly's latest move on September 2 came amid massive agitations by various Civil Society Organisations (CSOs), mainly in the five districts of the Imphal Valley region -- Imphal East, Imphal West, Thoubal, Bishnupur and Kakching -- demanding the updation of the NRC before the conduct of Census-2027. The Campaign for Just and Fair Delimitation (CJFD) and various other CSOs have been holding massive agitations in the Imphal Valley region since August 17, demanding the updation of the NRC before the Census exercise is undertaken. A day before its pre-schedule start, the Central government on August 31 announced to defer the Census-2027 exercise in Manipur amid continuing protests and demands by various CSOs for the updation of the NRC before the conduct of the Census-2027 in the state. Meanwhile, the Kuki-Zo Council (KZC), the apex body of the Kuki-Zo tribal community in Manipur, has strongly opposed the demand for the updation of the NRC before the Census operations in 2027. KZC Spokesperson Ginza Vualzong had said that there is no constitutional provision for conducting an NRC exercise exclusively in a particular state. The NRC is a national exercise. The Assam NRC was undertaken pursuant to the Assam Accord of 1985. Therefore, any attempt to conduct an NRC exclusively in Manipur is not only discriminatory but also unconstitutional, he added.
MPSC Protest: Pune Aspirants Demand Chairperson
Thousands of MPSC aspirants marched in Pune demanding transparency and accountability after alleged paper leaks, evaluation errors and other recruitment irregularities.
Shivraj Chouhan Stops Convoy to Help Road Accident Victim
Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan stopped his convoy after spotting a road accident while travelling from Bhopal to Mandideep. He helped the injured person and ensured immediate medical assistance and hospitalisation.
Govt speaking in two voices on interns stir: MP Ruhullah
Srinagar, Sep 06: Lok Sabha MP from Srinagar, Aga Syed Ruhullah Mehdi, on Sunday came down heavily on the Jammu and Kashmir administration over its handling of the ongoing strike by medical interns, accusing it of resorting to coercive tactics even as it publicly acknowledged their demand for stipend revision as genuine. In a series of letters to Health and Medical Education Minister Sakina Itoo and Principals of Government Medical Colleges, MP Mehdi questioned the government's change in method and sought to know whether the warnings issued to striking interns were on official instructions or individual initiative. Something has changed in the last few days, and I would like to know from you what it is. For a week this was a dispute conducted in the open. The interns stated their case, you accepted it as genuine, the Chief Minister's Advisor gave a date. Now I am told that Principals of our medical colleges have begun warning interns of consequences if they do not return to duty. That is not a change in the Government's position. It is a change in its method, Mehdi wrote to Minister Itoo. The MP warned that the government's dual approach would not go unnoticed. A government that has publicly called a demand genuine, and privately set its institutional heads to pressuring the people making it, is speaking in two voices. That will be noticed, and it will cost more than the stipend ever would, he said. In a separate communication to the Principals, MP Mehdi reminded them of their role as teachers first. These are your own students. They came to you at eighteen, you have taught them for nine years, and they are now asking to be paid what interns are paid everywhere else in this country a demand the Health Minister has called genuine, the Chief Minister has endorsed, and a committee of this Government recommended in 2023, he wrote. The strike by MBBS and BDS interns demanding a hike in monthly stipend from Rs 12,300 to Rs 30,000 entered its second week on this weekend, impacting routine services at major government hospitals across the Union Territory. The Health Minister has acknowledged the demand as genuine and a government committee had recommended an increase in 2023, but no formal order has been issued yet. MP Mehdi urged the Minister to intervene immediately. Whatever is being said to them in the corridors of these colleges should stop, and you are the one who can stop it, he said, adding that the interns' peaceful protest was their constitutional right and they did not forfeit it by wearing a white coat. He also demanded a clear written order specifying the revised stipend amount and the date of effect, with an assurance that no intern would be penalised for having protested. These young doctors have been given assurances before and watched them dissolve. That, and nothing else, is why they are still sitting outside, he said. The MP's intervention comes amid growing political support for the agitating interns, with the PDP and Congress having already extended their backing. The interns have warned of intensifying their protest if a formal order on stipend revision is not issued soon.
Kavitha holds dharna with students over fee reimbursement
Hyderabad: Telangana Rakshana Sena (TRS) president Kalvakuntla Kavitha held a rally with students in Hanamkonda on Monday, September 7, demanding payment of fee reimbursement dues and resolution of students issues. The rally began at the Ambedkar statue, where Kavitha paid homage by garlanding it, from where the TRS chief, along with party supporters and students, Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Protesting MBBS interns approach Rahul Gandhi
Srinagar, Sep 06: As their protest over stipend revision continues, protesting MBBS interns in Jammu and Kashmir have approached Congress leader and Leader of Opposition (LoP) in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi, seeking his intervention in what they describe as a long-pending and genuine demand. The interns, who have been on strike since August 31, are demanding that their monthly stipend be increased from Rs 12,300 to Rs 30,000. They say the existing stipend has remained unchanged for nearly seven years despite the increasing responsibilities shouldered by interns in government hospitals. The move to approach Rahul Gandhi comes as the young doctors look beyond Jammu and Kashmir for support, hoping that the intervention of a national political leader could help draw greater attention to their concerns and persuade the administration to issue a formal, time-bound decision. We have approached Rahul Gandhi because we want our issue to reach a national platform. We hope he will understand our situation and raise the matter with the concerned authorities, said an intern, requesting anonymity. Another protesting doctor said the interns were not seeking confrontation with the administration. Our demand is simple. We want a fair stipend for the work and responsibilities we undertake every day. We have approached Rahul Gandhi in the hope that our voice will be heard and a solution found. The interns have been holding demonstrations at government medical colleges and hospitals across J&K, with MBBS and BDS interns participating in the agitation. They say they continue to perform demanding clinical duties, including work in emergency departments, wards, operation theatres and intensive-care units, while receiving what they consider an inadequate stipend. The demand has gained political traction in the Union Territory, with Congress leaders and other political representatives extending support to the protesting doctors. The interns decision to approach Gandhi also comes against the backdrop of his recent interventions on student-related issues across the country. Gandhi and opposition MPs have publicly backed students protesting over the NEET issue, while he has also met and expressed solidarity with students involved in other protests. For the protesting interns, that record has encouraged them to seek his intervention. Rahul Gandhi has spoken for students and young people in different parts of the country. We believe he can understand our concerns as young professionals too, another intern said. The interns maintain that the dispute is not merely about an increase in monthly payment but about recognising the professional responsibilities placed on doctors during internship. We spend years studying medicine and then work long hours in hospitals. We are serving patients, handling emergencies and learning under immense pressure. The stipend should reflect that responsibility, said another intern. The Government has indicated that the demand is under consideration and has sought time to examine the matter. The interns, however, have maintained that they want a written order and a clear timeline rather than verbal assurances. Their demand is for the stipend to be raised to Rs 30,000 a month, which they say would bring it closer to the level of compensation available to interns in several other parts of the country. As the protest enters another phase, the young doctors are hoping their appeal to Rahul Gandhi will help turn their local agitation into a wider conversation about the treatment, compensation and dignity of medical interns. We don't want a confrontation. We want dialogue and a written solution, an intern said.
We want justice!: Students protest demanding accountability over Delhi building collapse
MPSC exam paper leak: Aspirants protest in Pune; Oppn extends support
A large number of MPSC aspirants staged a protest march in Pune on Monday, demanding transparency in the recruitment process and action against the alleged paper leaks and irregularities in various examinations. The protesters demanded the resignation of the Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) chairman and secretary and the immediate appointment of officers with a clean image to the posts. The march began at Omkareshwar Temple Chowk and proceeded to the Pune District Collectorate, where protesters raised demands related to the functioning of the MPSC and examination procedures. NCP (SP) MLA Rohit Pawar and Congress legislator Vishwajit Kadam joined the protesters, extending support to their demands. Pawar said the government must fulfil the protesters' demands. The protesters demanded that the commission provide, within eight days, an explanation on objections raised about the Drug Inspector (Group-B) examination and initiate an inquiry into alleged irregularities. Amo
MPSC exam paper leak: Aspirants protest in Pune; NCP (SP), Cong leaders back agitation
MPSC aspirants marched in Pune demanding transparency and action against alleged paper leaks. They called for the resignation of the MPSC chairman and secretary. Protesters sought an inquiry into the Drug Inspector exam and evaluation errors. They also demanded a forensic audit of examinations and public disclosure of reports.
Saiyami Kher is currently balancing a busy professional schedule with her commitment to endurance sports. After attending the world premiere of Pal Bhar Ke Liye at the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne, the actress returned to India and quickly resumed promotions for Haiwaan, which also stars Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan. Alongside her film commitments, Saiyami continues to train daily for her third Half Ironman Triathlon. The Melbourne premiere was a special experience for the actress, who got the opportunity to present Pal Bhar Ke Liye to an international audience. The film received a warm response from viewers, making the event a memorable part of her ongoing professional journey. Soon after returning, Saiyami stepped into a packed promotional schedule for Haiwaan. Despite her demanding work commitments, the actress has remained focused on her fitness goal. Having already completed two Half Ironman Triathlons, she is preparing for her third and continues with swimming, cycling, running, strength and endurance training. Speaking about this phase, Saiyami Kher said, Its been a very satisfying phase for me because there has been so much happening on both the professional and personal front. The love we received in Melbourne for Pal Bhar Ke Liye was incredibly special. To see the film premiere there and experience the audience response was something I was very grateful for. And then coming back and getting into the Haiwaan promotions with Akshay sir and Saif sir has been equally exciting. Its a packed schedule, but its a schedule Im really enjoying. Saiyami has also made it a point to maintain consistency with her training despite travel, promotions and long working hours. For her, staying committed to the preparation is an important part of working towards the goal she has set for herself. Ive been very particular about staying consistent with my training. Im training every single day, even when the schedule is hectic. Sometimes it means waking up extremely early, sometimes it means finding time after a long day, but I dont want to make my work an excuse to compromise on something Ive committed to. Training for a Half Ironman requires discipline because you have to keep showing up, whether you feel like it or not, she said. For Saiyami, both acting and endurance sport demand patience, consistency and discipline. While the two require different kinds of effort, she finds the experience rewarding in their own ways. There is a lot of discipline involved in both acting and endurance sport. You have to be patient, you have to put in the work consistently and you have to trust the process. Right now, Im getting to experience that in very different ways. Ive just come back from a beautiful experience in Melbourne, Im now promoting Haiwaan, and every day Im also working towards my third Half Ironman. It can be exhausting, but its also incredibly fulfilling, Saiyami added. Also Read : Saiyami Kher and Vikram Phadnis attend IFFM 2026 for Pal Bhar Ke Liye world premiere
Students Demand Action After Tragic Building Collapse in South Delhi
Following a tragic building collapse in Satya Niketan, students march for accountability and hostel facilities, demanding justice for victims. Students Demand Action After Tragic Building Collapse in South Delhi
Justice Sanjay K. Agrawal sworn in as 44th Chief Justice of Rajasthan HC
Jaipur, Sep 7 (IANS) Justice Sanjay K. Agrawal, formerly a judge of the Chhattisgarh High Court, was sworn in as the 44th Chief Justice of the Rajasthan High Court at a ceremony held at Raj Bhavan here on Monday. Rajasthan Governor Haribhau Bagde administered the oath of office in the presence of senior judicial officers, government representatives and top administrative officials. Following the oath-taking ceremony, Justice Agrawal signed the warrant of appointment issued by the Rashtrapati Bhavan, formally completing the process of assuming charge as the new Chief Justice of the Rajasthan High Court. Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma, Deputy Chief Ministers Diya Kumari and Premchand Bairwa, several state ministers and all judges of the Rajasthan High Court attended the ceremony. Rajasthan Chief Secretary V. Srinivas was also present. The ceremony also saw the presence of outgoing Acting Chief Justice Sanjeev Prakash Sharma, whose tenure had been the subject of controversy in recent months. The appointment of Justice Agrawal comes at a significant time for the Rajasthan High Court, following developments surrounding the office of the Acting Chief Justice. With his formal assumption of office, Justice Agrawal will now oversee the judicial and administrative functioning of the Rajasthan High Court. As Chief Justice, he will have a key role in the allocation of judicial responsibilities, administrative supervision and ensuring the smooth functioning of the court. The swearing-in ceremony brought together the state's top political, judicial and administrative leadership, underlining the importance of the change at the helm of the High Court. Justice Agrawal's appointment is expected to usher in a new phase for the Rajasthan High Court, with the new Chief Justice taking charge of the institution's judicial administration and day-to-day functioning. The formal ceremony at Raj Bhavan marked the beginning of Justice Agrawal's tenure as the 44th Chief Justice of the Rajasthan High Court. His appointment assumes added significance as the court moves forward following the recent controversy involving its previous acting leadership. Supreme Court Justice Sandeep Mehta had recently written to the Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant seeking Justice Sharma's transfer out of Rajasthan and appointment of a regular Chief Justice from another High Court. Justice Mehta had raised allegations concerning Justice Sharma's exercise of administrative powers and the listing of cases. The controversy also triggered protests by lawyers at both the Jaipur and Jodhpur benches of the Rajasthan High Court, with lawyers demanding that Justice Sharma be divested of his charge as Acting Chief Justice. Justice Sharma, who is set to retire later this month, has denied the allegations against him.
Delhi HC allows urgent hearing on plea challenging Swatantra Bhardwajs arrest
New Delhi, Sep 7 (IANS) The Delhi High Court will hear on Monday a habeas corpus petition filed by self-styled 'influencer' Swatantra Bhardwaj, who is currently in custody in connection with the alleged assault of the father of a minor activist during a protest at Jantar Mantar. The matter was mentioned before Chief Justice D.K. Upadhyaya by Bhardwaj's counsel, advocate Umesh Sharma, who submitted that the accused has been in custody for the past three days and contended that his arrest was illegal. The High Court allowed the request for urgent listing of the habeas corpus plea for Monday. According to the petition, Bhardwaj's arrest and subsequent custody are unlawful and he should be released forthwith. The plea comes a day after a Delhi court remanded Bhardwaj to one day of judicial custody following the completion of his one-day police custody in connection with the alleged assault. Duty Judicial Magistrate First Class (JMFC) Anjali Singh passed the order after Bhardwaj was produced before the court through video conferencing. The Delhi Police had sought 14 days of judicial custody. However, the court remanded him to judicial custody for one day. Bhardwaj was earlier sent to one day of police custody after being produced before the judge concerned at the Karkardooma Court complex on Saturday. He was detained in Uttar Pradesh's Bulandshahr district on Friday, hours after representatives of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) met senior Delhi Police officials and demanded his immediate arrest. According to the police, Bhardwaj is accused of assaulting Sanjay Kumar, father of a minor protester, during a CJP-led demonstration at Jantar Mantar in July. Delhi Police had earlier said the injuries suffered by Kumar were simple in nature and were caused by a steel bracelet. However, the police later added provisions of the SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act and criminal intimidation to the FIR registered in connection with the alleged assault. The demand for invoking an attempt-to-murder charge was also raised by the CJP, with police stating that the provision would be considered after obtaining an expert medical opinion. A fresh FIR was also registered against Bhardwaj under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act on the complaint of the minor activist, who alleged online rape threats and harassment. The case also invokes relevant provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and the Information Technology Act. Earlier, Bhardwaj's counsel Umesh Sharma had accused the Delhi Police of acting completely outside standard legal procedures in securing his police remand. The established law requires that whenever someone is arrested, they must be produced before the jurisdictional area magistrate within 24 hours. Yesterday, we waited outside the courtroom of the jurisdictional magistrate. Upon discovering that the presiding judge was on leave, we approached the designated link magistrate. However, the police circumvented this by producing him via video conferencing before an entirely different designated SC/ST court and secured a one-day police remand, Sharma had told reporters. The controversy had erupted after a purported viral video in which Bhardwaj allegedly claimed that he had physically assaulted the father of a minor activist during the Jantar Mantar demonstration and allegedly boasted that he was let off because of his political connections. Amid the outrage, Bhardwaj later told the media that he had allegedly acted in self-defence. Union Minister and Lok Janshakti Party-Ram Vilas (LJP-RV) chief, Chirag Paswan, had also said that his name was misused by Bhardwaj in the purported video. Paswan said he had filed an official complaint against Bhardwaj and would ensure justice for the minor victim and her family. The CJP had staged a protest outside the Parliament Street Police Station demanding action against Bhardwaj and seeking the addition of attempt-to-murder, criminal intimidation and SC/ST Act provisions to the case.
Maha Dharna over Jamia Nizamia Waqf land at Raidurg on Sept 13
Hyderabad: The Jamia Nizamia Waqf Land Protection Joint Action Committee (JAC) has announced a Maha Dharna in Hyderabad on September 13, demanding protection of Waqf land belonging to Jamia Nizamia at Raidurg. The protest will be held at Dharna Chowk, Indira Park, from 11 am on Sunday. The JAC has appealed to political leaders, intellectuals, Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Stipend Hike Demand Protest Enters Day 8: Hunger Strike Begins at SKIMS Bemina
Srinagar, September 7 : The ongoing agitation by MBBS and BDS intern doctors in Jammu & Kashmir intensified on Monday as intern doctor Dr. Faisal Ashraf began a hunger strike at SKIMS, Soura, demanding an immediate enhancement in the monthly stipend. The hunger strike commenced at 11 am today, marking a further escalation of the interns peaceful protest, with doctors reiterating their demand for a formal written government order on the stipend hike. The protest by MBBS and BDS intern doctors across Jammu and Kashmir has entered its eighth consecutive day, with demonstrations continuing at Government Medical Colleges (GMCs) across the region. Intern doctors across J&K have been demanding an increase in their stipend from the existing 12,300 to 30,000 per month, citing long working hours, emergency duties and the rising cost of living. Meanwhile, AIMSA State President, Dr. Mohammad Momin Khan urged Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha to personally intervene in the matter and facilitate an early resolution. Dr. Khan appealed to the LG administration to address the long-pending demand and ensure that a formal written order is issued, providing relief to hundreds of MBBS and BDS intern doctors across Jammu & Kashmir. The protesting interns have maintained that they will continue their peaceful movement until a concrete decision is taken on the stipend enhancement
Congress Stages Protest Near Indira Park, Demands KCR Resignation
The Congress party staged a protest near Indira Park demanding that former CM K. Chandrashekar Rao resign from his post as MLA, accusing him of remaining absent from the Telangana Assembly.
K'taka HM Kharge questions BJP's silence on KPSC scam accused, rejects calls for his resignation
Bengaluru, Sep 7 (IANS) Karnataka Home Minister, Priyank Kharge, on Monday questioned the BJPs demand for his resignation over the Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC) recruitment irregularities and alleged that the partys leaders had no clear answer when asked why he should step down. He also questioned the BJPs silence over Basavaraj Kannale, one of the key accused in the case and suspended KPSC Chairman Shivashankarappa Sahukar. Kharge has also released arrested BJP leader Basavaraj Kannale's pictures with prominent state party leaders including with Leader of the Opposition R. Ashoka. It can be noted that Minister Kharge is son of AICC President Mallikarjun Kharge. In a post on social media platform X, Kharge said the BJP should answer several questions instead of merely demanding his resignation, asserting that shouting loudly would not conceal the truth. If I ask the BJP leaders who are demanding my resignation why I should resign, they have no clear answer, Kharge said. He questioned the BJPs silence over Basavaraj Kannale, who is one of the key accused in the KPSC scam, and asked why BJP leaders had not spoken about him. It can be noted that Kannale has been arrested by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) and is currently being questioned by CID sleuths. Kharge alleged that Kannale had appeared at official BJP meetings and accompanied BJP leaders on national and international tours. He also claimed that Kannale had been seen receiving the blessings of his Appaji and that BJP leaders had participated in his birthday celebrations. The Minister further alleged that BJP leaders had been seen inaugurating Kannales business ventures and sharing meals with him. Despite all this, the BJP is demanding only my resignation, Kharge said, questioning why BJP leaders were silent over the alleged attempt by Kannale to flee the country. Kharge also questioned the BJPs response to suspended KPSC chairman Shivashankarappa Sahukar. When it comes to suspended KPSC Chairman Shivashankarappa Sahukar, why has their mouth remained shut? he asked. Raising a broader allegation, Kharge asked how much money BJP leaders had taken to facilitate the appointment of people as KPSC members and chairman. And the bigger question: How much money have BJP leaders taken to make people KPSC members and chairman? he asked. Kharge also questioned how many BJP leaders had actually spoken about the KPSC scam or demanded accountability in connection with the case. His remarks came amid the BJP and JD(S) parties mounting pressure on the Karnataka government over the alleged KPSC recruitment scam and its demand for accountability from the government. Union Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy has launched scathing attack on Minister Kharge made direct allegations against him regarding his role in KPSC case.
Vijay accuses DMK of corruption, warns against derogatory remarks on women
Chennai, Sep 7 (IANS) Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay on Monday launched a sharp attack on the opposition DMK, accusing the party and several of its senior leaders of involvement in corruption during their tenure in government. Replying to the debate in the Assembly on demands for grants for the Police Department, Vijay said political criticism was legitimate but warned that derogatory comments against women would not be tolerated. The law would act against anyone making obscene or defamatory remarks about women, he said, amid heated exchanges in the House. The Chief Minister also criticised statements allegedly made by DMK functionaries against people who had not voted for the party. Such remarks, he said, demonstrated a lack of respect for the peoples verdict and were among the reasons the party was now occupying the opposition benches. Turning to corruption allegations, Vijay referred to documents and findings that he said were available in official records and the Assembly library. He cited the 1977 Sarkaria Commission report and alleged irregularities in the Veeranam pipeline project. According to him, commissions had been demanded for awarding contracts, while the office of the Chief Minister was allegedly misused to favour a particular company. Vijay also referred to Enforcement Directorate allegations concerning the collection of money in the name of party funds. He claimed that between 7.5 and 10 per cent had been collected as commission in certain transactions. Former minister V. Senthil Balaji had allegedly misused his official position, he said. The Chief Minister further claimed that officials and people linked to the former minister were involved in the alleged transactions. He also named DMK President M.K. Stalin and party leader Udhayanidhi Stalin while referring to the agencys allegations. However, the accusations cited by Vijay remain allegations and have not been established as findings of guilt by a court. Vijay said the records were extensive and would take nearly two days to read in full, prompting him to present only a summary before the House. He challenged the DMK to respond to the charges instead of demanding evidence that, according to him, was already available in public records. Wrapping up, Vijay said he had entered politics neither for office nor power but to serve the people. Invoking the legacies of C.N. Annadurai, M.G. Ramachandran and N.T. Rama Rao, he asserted that public affection would ultimately prevail over political opposition.
BJP members trooped into the Well of the House raising slogans demanding judicial inquiry into land deals.The Speaker adjourned the House for 14 minutes.
India return to AFC U20 Asian Cup after 20 years with 3-0 win vs BAN
India qualified for the AFC U20 Asian Cup main tournament for the first time in 20 years after a commanding 3-0 win over Bangladesh in their final group match of the qualifying event here on Sunday. The win, their second in the qualifiers, took India to six points from three matches. They had to wait for the result of Syria vs Uzbekistan match played later on Sunday to know their fate. With Syria losing 0-3 to Uzbekistan, India finished second in Group B and qualified for the AFC U20 Asian Cup main tournament after 20 years as one of the seven best runners-up teams across the eight groups. India last played in the AFC U20 Asian Cup main tournament in 2006. Uzbekistan also qualified as group toppers with nine points. Syria finished third with three points, and bottom-placed Bangladesh were relegated to the Development Phase after losing all three games. The main tournament will be held in China from March 24 to April 10, 2027. Danny Meitei Laishram opened the scoring in the 25th min
PM Modi Hails India-France Cultural Ties At BAPS Hindu Mandir Inauguration In Paris
Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed the deep cultural ties between India and France while inaugurating the BAPS Swaminarayan Hindu Mandir in Paris. Calling the temple a Yugstambh, or symbol of an era, PM Modi highlighted its significance as a bridge between cultures and communities. The inauguration marked a major moment for the Indian diaspora in France, celebrating Indias spiritual heritage, cultural traditions and the enduring friendship between the two nations.
West Bengal conversion row: Read how locals are pushing back against Christian conversion activities
Instead of remaining silent, locals have begun questioning religious activities taking place in their neighbourhoods, confronting those involved and demanding answers about what is being taught or offered to residents.
Satya Niketan tragedy: Delhi police detain ABVP protesters demanding MCD commissioners resignation
ETPL 2026: Amsterdam Flames Beat Rotterdam Dockers by 8 Wickets
Amsterdam Flames produced a commanding batting display to chase down 177 and defeat Rotterdam Dockers by eight wickets in Match 17 of the ETPL at Voorburg Cricket Club, Netherlands. The Flames won the toss and elected to bowl, but Rotterdam put together a competitive total of 176 for six. Michael Levitt provided a brisk start with 16 from 14 balls before Tim Pringle removed him, while Faf du Plessis anchored the innings with 60 from 47 balls, striking two fours and four sixes. The Dockers lost wickets at regular intervals, with Vikramjit Singh and Ben McDermott departing cheaply and Heinrich Klaasen making 29 from 19. With Rotterdam at 121 for five after 16.1 overs, the innings appeared set for a moderate finish. David Wiese changed the equation spectacularly. Coming in late, Wiese launched an extraordinary assault, smashing an unbeaten 43 from just 16 balls, including three fours and four sixes. His 41-run stand with Logan van Beek from just 16 balls propelled Rotterdam to 176 for six, giving the Flames a challenging target. Michael Bracewell was the pick of the Amsterdam bowlers, finishing with 3/30 from four overs, while Aryan Dutt and Tim Pringle claimed one wicket apiece. The response, however, quickly shifted the momentum towards Amsterdam. Steven Smith struck two boundaries in a four-ball nine before David Wiese dismissed him in the second over. Yuvraj Samra then added 25 from 18 balls, including a four and two sixes, before Ben Manenti removed him at 65 for two. From there, Bas de Leede and Tim David took complete control. De Leede played the anchor role with an unbeaten 69 from 50 balls, hitting seven fours and a six. David provided the acceleration, finishing unbeaten on 68 from 35 balls, with five fours and four sixes. The pair added 113 runs from 68 balls, turning what had looked like a demanding chase into a comfortable pursuit. The Flames entered the final three overs needing 23 runs from 18 balls, with Bas de Leede and Tim David well set at the crease. They needed only four deliveries to finish the chase, reaching 178 for two in 17.4 overs and completing an eight-wicket victory with 14 balls to spare. The result gives Amsterdam Flames another important victory in their campaign, with their chase built around the composed partnership between de Leede and David. After Rotterdam had posted 176, the Flames maintained the required rate throughout the second innings and ensured the target was reached without further damage. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories For Rotterdam, David Wiese's explosive 43 from 16 balls had given them late momentum after Faf du Plessis' 60, but the Dockers were unable to defend their total as Amsterdam's batting unit remained in control during the chase.
'System has failed': ABVP, NSUI protest over Satya Niketan building collapse, demand accountability
The Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP) and the National Students' Union of India (NSUI) on Monday held protests over the Satya Niketan building collapse in the national capital, demanding accountability and action against those responsible.
IIT Mandi's 'varna system' poster sparks debate over caste, institute orders inquiry
IIT Mandis varna system poster sparks debate over caste institute orders inquiry
Three SME IPOs to list today: Ashutosh Fibre, Shanti Inorganics see GMPs above 60%
Investor interest is particularly strong in the two NSE SME issues, with Ashutosh Fibre and Shanti Inorganics commanding healthy grey market premiums (GMPs) ahead of their listings.
Mumbai: Andheri police crack fake Income Tax raid case, arrest five accused
Andheri cops bust gang posing as Income Tax and Crime Branch officials, demanding R1 crore from businessman
8 injured in Poonch accident, 2 referred to GMC Rajouri
Poonch, Sep 6: Eight people were injured after a Tata Sumo bearing registration number JK12 6075 met with a road accident in Dunugam area of Mandi tehsil in Poonch district on Sunday. According to reports, the vehicle went off the road and fell considerably below the road near the bank of a river. Following the accident, local residents launched a rescue operation and shifted all the injured to Sub-District Hospital Mandi, where they were provided first aid. The injured were later referred to District Hospital Poonch for further treatment. At the hospital, two of the injured were referred to Government Medical College (GMC) Rajouri for specialised treatment, while the remaining six are undergoing treatment at DH Poonch. The injured have been identified as Imtiaz Ahmed (18), Abdul Hamid (25), Mohammad Asif (17), Mohammad Shadi (23), Zahid Hussain (17), Habib Dar (80), Sheraz Ahmed (19), and Ikhlaq Ahmed (17). Police personnel also reached the spot and assisted in the rescue operation. Further details regarding the circumstances leading to the accident are awaited.
DC Rajouri reviews progress of digital crop survey under AgriStack
Rajouri, Sep 6: Deputy Commissioner Rajouri Abhishek Sharma on Sunday chaired a meeting to review the progress of the Digital Crop Survey (DCS) being conducted under AgriStack framework in the district. During the meeting, the Deputy Commissioner took a detailed assessment of the progress achieved by the concerned departments and reviewed the status of field-level data collection and other related activities. The Digital Crop Survey (DCS) is an initiative of the Government of India under the AgriStack framework, aimed at creating a verified and reliable digital database of farm plots, crops sown and farmer-related information. The initiative seeks to facilitate better agricultural planning, improve delivery of farmer-centric services and ensure effective implementation of various government schemes. The DC stressed upon the concerned officers to ensure accurate, comprehensive and timely collection and updation of data. He directed them to closely monitor the field-level progress, identify and address bottlenecks promptly and ensure achievement of the assigned targets within the stipulated timelines. He further emphasised the need for close coordination among all stakeholders to ensure smooth and effective implementation of the Digital Crop Survey across the district. The meeting was attended by ADDC Malikzada Sheraz Ul Haq; ADC Ravi Kumar Sihag; ADC Kalakote Mohammad Tanvir; ADC Nowshera Pritam Lal Thapa; ADC Sunderbani Ramkesh Sharma; ADC Koteranka Dil Mir; ACR Mohd Jahangir Khan; SDM Thanamandi Abid Hussain Shah; CAO Rajesh Verma; Tehsildars and other concerned officers.
Thanamandi locals protest alleged healthcare deficiencies at sub-district hospital
Protests over alleged poor healthcare services at Sub-District Hospital (SDH) Thanamandi continued for the third consecutive day, with civil society members and locals holding a candlelight march in the town on Saturday evening. The protesters raised slogans against the Jammu and Kashmir Government and the Health and Medical Education Department, alleging that the vital healthcare facility in the remote subdivision has been functioning without adequate manpower and essential medical services. The protests were triggered following the death of Shokat Ahmed Shawl, a noted socio-political leader and civil society member from Thanamandi, who died after suffering a suspected cardiac arrest. Locals have alleged that Shawl was not provided medical first aid after reaching SDH Thanamandi and was instead referred immediately, claiming that the delay in providing emergency care contributed to his death. The allegations, however, are yet to be independently established. During Saturday's candlelight march, protesters demanded immediate sanctioning of vacant and required posts of doctors and other healthcare staff at the hospital, besides strengthening its manpower and medical infrastructure. They alleged that despite the importance of SDH Thanamandi for a large and geographically difficult area, the hospital continues to face an acute shortage of doctors and other essential staff. SDH Thanamandi is merely running on papers while the lives of people are at stake, protesters alleged, demanding immediate intervention from the government and the Health Department. Protesters also raised slogans against Thanamandi MLA Muzaffar Iqbal Khan, alleging that although the MLA visited the hospital, he did not meet the agitating locals to hear their grievances. The protesters warned that the agitation would continue until concrete measures are taken to improve healthcare services and strengthen the hospital's manpower and infrastructure.
Duleep Trophy final: Kishan's hundred leads East's run glut on day-1
Skipper Ishan Kishan struck a flowing unbeaten 111, leading East Zone to a commanding 385 for four against a sloppy South Zone on the opening day of the Duleep Trophy final here on Sunday. Kishan (14x4, 1x6) and Kumar Kushagra (63) were batting at stumps, and the fifth wicket pair has so far added 144 runs in just 26.4 overs. The other contributors were teen phenom Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (44, 37b), Abhimanyu Easwaran (72), and Shikhar Mohan (85). Kishan, who completed 4000 first-class runs, merged aggression and composure to a nicety in his 135-ball knock, and raised 94 runs for the fourth wicket with Mohan. It came at an important juncture too when East were in trouble, the only time in the first innings so far, at 147 for three. South could have had their rivals in a far deeper predicament but Kishan and Mohan averted the disaster on a pitch that remained true the whole day. Kishans was a complete innings, sending the ball to all parts of the field through powerful pulls and imperious drives through the covers. The left-hander reached his fifty in 71 balls and then the next 50 came off 51 balls, completing his 10th first-class hundred. Kishan reached the landmark with a driven four off Shreyas Gopal, who was playing in his 100th first-class match. At the other end, Mohan has a solid presence, showing a lot more maturity than his tender 21 years. The feature of his innings was the judgment he showed to leave the ball outside off-stump. There was not even one single play and miss in his innings. But his fifty was not all about defence as Mohan carted off-spinner Tripurana Vijay for a six and two fours in one over to showcase his range. Just as he was nearing a well-deserved hundred, Mohan chopped left-arm pacer CV Milind, who replaced an injured Vidwath Kaverappa, on to his stumps. In fact, it was the Easts first innings story in a nutshell, batters getting dismissed before the innings reached the full bloom. Easwaran, who is often dubbed as an obdurate batter, looked in complete control, and at times even outpaced Sooryavanshi. They milked 100 runs for the opening wicket in just 14.overs and East seldom let that momentum slip. Sooryavanshi would curse himself for playing a rather reckless pull off Milind for substitute Tanay Thayagarajan to offer a simple catch in the deep. It, perhaps, was the first time South bowlers tested the young left-hander with a short-pitched ball and it yielded instant results. The whole sequence will teach the Bihar youngster to show more patience in the middle, particularly when nearly 10,000 spectators thronged the MA Chidambaram Stadium to watch the latest wonder kid in cricket. Kushagra too played with determination as South withered under a barrage of runs. Nothing more revealed the plight of South than the sight of lead pacer Mohammad Siraj going through three colourless spells. The India quick's outing on the day read 5-0-41-0, 5-1-24-0 and 4-0-31-0 for an overall reading of 14-1-96-0. Siraj was clobbered around by Sooryavanshi (6, 4, 4), Easwaran (4, 4), Kushagra (6, 4) as the Hyderabad man struggled to make an impact. He can partly blame a flat pitch for his ineffectiveness, but there was no real attempt from his side to alter the course of the happenings.
Eight injured after Tata Sumo falls off road in Poonch
Poonch, Sep 06: Eight people were injured after a Tata Sumo bearing registration number JK12 6075 met with a road accident in the Dunugam area of Mandi tehsil in Poonch district on Sunday. According to reports, the vehicle went off the road and fell considerably below the road near the bank of a river. Following the accident, local residents launched a rescue operation and shifted all the injured to Sub-District Hospital Mandi, where they were provided first aid. The injured were later referred to District Hospital Poonch for further treatment. At the hospital, two of the injured were subsequently referred to Government Medical College (GMC) Rajouri for specialised treatment, while the remaining six are undergoing treatment at District Hospital Poonch. The injured have been identified as Imtiaz Ahmed (18), Abdul Hamid (25), Mohammad Asif (17), Mohammad Shadi (23), Zahid Hussain (17), Habib Dar (80), Sheraz Ahmed (19), and Ikhlaq Ahmed (17). Police personnel also reached the spot and assisted in the rescue operation.
CJP demands accountability over South Delhi hostel collapse; Dipke questions PM
How long must students be made to pay the price for failing infrastructure? Abhijeet Dipke asked, demanding safe classrooms, hostels, and basic dignity for students.
AAP on back foot in Punjab as govt employees escalate stir months ahead of assembly polls
Punjab government employees and pensioners are intensifying protests over pending Dearness Allowance arrears. They are demanding the implementation of the Old Pension Scheme and other service-related issues. Protests include gheraoing ministers' residences and a statewide maha rally planned for October. A two-day mass leave is scheduled for October, which will halt government operations. This agitation impacts nearly 3.8 million voters, posing a challenge for the ruling Aam Aadmi Party.
New Delhi/Paris, Sep 6 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday extended his heartfelt congratulations on the consecration of the Bochasanwasi Shri Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha BAPS Swaminarayan Hindu Mandir near Paris, describing it as a significant addition to India's cultural presence in Europe and a new chapter in India-France relations. Today, in the capital of France, Paris, A magnificent Swaminarayan temple is being inaugurated. This inauguration is a new era of cultural relations between India and France the stage of this inauguration has become the stage of awakening of the feeling of 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam'. By the grace of Lord Swami Narayan, and the love of our saints, the blessings of the saints, it is my good fortune that I always get the opportunity to join such auspicious occasions. Even today, although I am not present among all of you in Paris, but with my mind and heart, I am experiencing myself among you, PM Modi said in a video message. He recalled that in 2024, a 'magnificent' temple was inaugurated in Abu Dhabi, and thousands of people visit it now. Through BAPS, when temples are inaugurated in different countries, the ancient thoughts of India and human values also go hand in hand.....when such a magnificent temple has been built in France, this will enhance the diversity of France. This will also give energy to the cultural relations between India and France, PM Modi highlighted Addressing the gathering virtually, the Prime Minister said that although he was not physically present in Paris, he felt deeply connected to the auspicious occasion. He recalled the vision of the late Pramukh Swami Maharaj, who had initiated a global campaign to revive India's cultural and spiritual heritage. Today its light is spreading across the world, including Europe, PM Modi said, noting that the grand temple inaugurated in Abu Dhabi in 2024 and the newly consecrated temple in France stand as testimony to the determination of the saints. The BAPS Swaminarayan Hindu Mandir in Bussy-Saint-Georges, Seine-et-Marne, is France's first traditionally designed stone Hindu temple and is regarded as the largest of its kind in mainland Europe. Built with intricately carved stones from India and assembled with French engineering expertise, the temple was consecrated by BAPS spiritual leader Mahant Swami Maharaj as part of a 13-day Festival of Culture. Prime Minister Modi congratulated BAPS, the Swaminarayan institutions and crores of devotees. He said the consecration of such temples abroad celebrates India's ancient thoughts and human values. This will also energise the cultural relations between India and France, he remarked. Highlighting the strong bilateral partnership and friendship with French President Emmanuel Macron, PM Modi recalled that India and France have elevated their ties to a 'Special Global Strategic Partnership' covering defence, technology, space and climate action. He referred to shared history, including the sacrifices of Indian soldiers in France, the writings of Romain Rolland on Ramakrishna Paramhansa and Swami Vivekananda, the influence of the Mother at the Aurobindo Ashram, and the popularity of Yoga in France, exemplified by celebrations near the Eiffel Tower. The Prime Minister expressed confidence that the new temple, built in the spirit of devotion and service, would become a centre for community service projects and that the voice of Indian culture emanating from it would resonate across Europe. He said that he looked forward to visiting the temple whenever time permitted. PM Modi concluded by offering his respectful greetings to all guests, devotees and families present on the occasion.
Barcelona Dominates Valencia with 5-0 Victory, Maintaining Perfect Start in La Liga
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Kangana Ranaut, Himachal Minister Clash Over Mandi Development
Himachal Pradesh PWD Minister and former Congress candidate from Mandi Vikramaditya Singh criticised Kangana Ranaut's approach and questioned her language.
Oppn slams Centre, Delhi govt over fatal hostel collapse
A five-storey boys' hostel in Satya Niketan, Delhi, collapsed, killing three students and trapping others, leading to widespread condemnation from opposition parties. Leaders from Congress and AAP criticised both the central and Delhi governments, highlighting inadequate hostel facilities and demanding accountability for student safety.
Reports of privatisation baseless and incorrect: ISRO
Major employee associations of ISRO wrote to ISRO Chairman V Narayanan demanding urgent clarification
ISRO says remains at centre of Indias space programme, refutes media reports as baseless
New Delhi, Sep 6 (IANS) The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) on Sunday issued a clarification regarding media reports on its role amid space sector reforms, saying it remains at the centre of Indias space programme, leading national efforts in advanced research, strategic capabilities, human space-flight, next-generation launch technologies, the Bharatiya Antariksh Station and lunar and planetary exploration, while a wider Indian ecosystem provides the scale needed to realise Indias 'Space Vision 2047'. In a detailed post on X, the space agency said there has been considerable reporting in parts of the media around the future role of ISRO including speculations and misinformation that there is an attempt to privatise ISRO or reduce its role. These assertions are completely baseless and incorrect. We wish to categorically state that ISRO will neither be privatised nor will its importance be diminished. ISRO will continue to remain Indias principal institution for advanced space research and technology development, national and strategic missions, space science and exploration, and critical and frontier space capabilities, said the space agency. The participation of private sector in space is not about reducing ISROs role. It is about enabling ISRO to focus even more strongly on the next generation of Indias space programme, while industry scales mature technologies and capabilities. What is changing is not the importance of ISRO, but the scale and structure of Indias space ecosystem, it noted. The space-sector reforms initiated since 2020 and institutionalised through the Indian Space Policy 2023, along with progressive liberalisation of FDI policy, aim to create a larger, stronger and globally competitive Indian space ecosystem. ISRO said that industry, start-ups and academia are being enabled to participate across the space value chain, complementing and multiplying ISROs capabilities. The reforms should therefore be seen as ecosystem expansion and capability multiplication, not privatisation. As Indias industrial and technological capabilities have grown, mature and scalable activities can increasingly be undertaken by Indian industry. ISRO has already transferred around multiple technologies to industry. Transferring a mature technology does not mean ISRO is withdrawing from that domain, said the space agency. It enables large-scale production, commercialisation, innovation and access to global markets while allowing ISROs scientific and technical manpower to concentrate on advanced research, next-generation technologies and complex national missions. The transition is, therefore, towards an ISRO-led national space ecosystem. ISROs role will progressively strengthen in areas where its scientific expertise matters most: frontier R&D, advanced technologies, human spaceflight, next-generation launch systems, deep-space and planetary missions and strategic national capabilities. It will continue developing cutting-edge technologies, including advanced payloads for communication, navigation and Earth observation, sensors, propulsion systems and other critical technologies, the X post elaborated. Meanwhile, mature and routinely manufactured systems can increasingly be scaled through industry. Production of mature launch vehicles, routine satellites and other established systems can increasingly be undertaken by industry or PSUs through appropriate competitive processes. This allows ISRO to devote more resources and scientific manpower to the next generation of technologies and missions, while the wider ecosystem provides the investment, manufacturing capacity and scale required by an expanding national space programme, it said. Indias ambitions include establishing the Bharatiya Antariksh Station by 2035, undertaking an Indian crewed mission to the Moon by 2040, developing next-generation and reusable launch systems, pursuing sustained lunar and planetary exploration, and establishing India as a major global space power. These are technologically demanding missions that require ISRO to remain focused on advanced research and capabilities that cannot simply be substituted by commercial activity. The objective is, therefore. to enable industry to scale mature capabilities while ISRO pushes India towards the next technological frontier, said ISRO. The emergence of a vibrant private space ecosystem is already one of the major outcomes of 2020 space reforms. From only a handful of Indian space startups in 2020, India today has more than 450 startups, working across launch vehicles, satellites, propulsion, ground systems, Earth observation, communications and space applications. Indias space economy is presently estimated at around $8.4 billion, still a relatively small share of the rapidly expanding global space economy. India aims to increase its share of the global space market to $44 billion by 2033. That scale cannot be achieved through government resources and ISROs manpower alone. It requires private capital, industrial capacity, entrepreneurship and global market access, explained ISRO.
IAF to display famous Dolphin Leap and Spot Stall Turn manoeuvres at airshow in Egypt
Cairo, Sep 6 (IANS) The Sarang Helicopter Display Team of the Indian Air Force (IAF) will display its famous Dolphin Leap manoeuvre and also present a new manoeuvre called the Spot Stall Turn at the 2nd edition of the EI Alamein International Airshow at EI Alamein International Airport in Egypt, the Ministry of Defence said on Sunday. The team reached Egypt to participate in the airshow, which is scheduled to be held from September 8 to 10. The IAF Sarang team is the world's only five-helicopter display team. The team will showcase precision, professionalism and flying skills through a series of meticulously choreographed displays. This marks another significant milestone in international engagements by the Indian Air Force, reflecting growing defence and diplomatic ties between India and Egypt, the Ministry of Defence said. Flying the indigenously designed and manufactured Advanced Light Helicopter (ALH) Dhruv, the Sarang team is renowned for its demanding formation manoeuvres, close-proximity flying and synchronised aerial sequences, it added. The Ministry also said that the display highlights not only the exceptional skill and discipline of its pilots but also the capabilities of India's indigenous aerospace industry. According to the Ministry, the team's participation will provide an opportunity for spectators and aviation enthusiasts from across the world to witness the versatility and agility of the ALH Dhruv while witnessing the bold spirit of the Indian Air Force. The El Alamein International Airshow brings together leading Air Forces as well as professionals in the aerospace, defence, and space sectors from around the world. The Sarang display over Egyptian skies will add a distinctive dimension to the event, besides strengthening ties with other international teams from across the world, the Ministry added. On Tuesday, the Indian Embassy in Egypt said that the aerial display by the Sarang Helicopter Display Team will be a major highlight of the El Alamein Air Show, highlighting India's growing defence capabilities and the depth of India-Egypt defence cooperation. The Indian Embassy in Egypt hosted an event on India-Egypt defence collaboration and participation in the El Alamein Air Show, highlighting India's growing defence capabilities and the depth of India-Egypt defence cooperation, the Embassy said on social media platform X. The aerial display by the Sarang Helicopter Display Team will be a major highlight of the airshow. The Commander and Pilots of the Sarang Display Team joined the press conference and spoke about the Advanced Light Helicopter used for the display and on their participation at the 2nd edition of the El Alamein International Airshow, it added.
Eight Injured As Tata Sumo Rolls Down In Poonch
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New Delhi: Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Mandi has ordered an inquiry into a controversial Bhagavad Gita-themed poster on its campus that said Shudras should serve higher classes, with Director Laxmidhar Behera attributing it to students interpretation of the scripture and distancing the institute from its contents. Behera himself has a longstanding association with the 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 .
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Eight passengers injured in Poonch road accident
Poonch, Sep 6: A road accident involving a Tata Sumo occurred in the Dunogam area of Mandi tehsil, Poonch district, leaving eight occupants critically injured. According to police sources, the vehicle bearing registration number JK12-6675 was traveling from Mandi towards Dunogam when it met with the accident before reaching its destination, leaving eight passengers injured. Soon after the accident, police and locals started rescue operation and rushed the injured passengers to Sub-District Hospital (SDH) Mandi for treatment. Further details are awaited.
IIT Mandi has ordered an inquiry into a controversial Bhagavad Gita poster. The poster suggested Shudras should serve higher classes, sparking outrage. Director Laxmidhar Behera distanced the institute from the poster's contents. He stated the institute strongly condemns all forms of caste discrimination. An inquiry committee is investigating the student-led event's origins.
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Bangladesh women thrash Pakistan to make it two in a row
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IIT Mandi probes Shudras serve higher classes poster; director blames some students interpretation
The controversy erupted over a poster titled Bhagavad Gita - The Timeless Wisdom, which was displayed outside the institutes auditorium and divided society into Brahmanas, Kshatriyas, Vaishyas and Shudras
Kangana Ranaut Pulls Up Officials Over Delays in Development Work in Mandi
BJP MP Kangana Ranaut questioned officials over delays in development projects and government schemes during a DISHA meeting in Himachal Pradeshs Mandi, stressing accountability and proper use of public funds.
Delhi Building Collapse: Students Feared Trapped in Satya Niketan
Several students are feared trapped after a building collapsed near Shiv Mandir in Delhis Satya Niketan area. Rescue teams reached the site and launched search operations.
IIT Mandi orders inquiry after poster says Shudras should serve higher classes
Only two per cent of women own land alone or jointly in Pakistan: Report
Islamabad, Sep 6 (IANS) Only two per cent of women own land alone or jointly in Pakistan, showcasing the gender gap in land ownership and the economic environment, as per a recent study, local media reported on Sunday. According to the study conducted by the Sustainable Development Policy Institute (SDPI), 67 per cent of women are employed in Pakistan's agriculture sector. However, only 1.5 per cent of agricultural households are women-headed, the daily Dawn reported. According to the study, only about two per cent of ever-married women aged between 15 and 49 years own land jointly or alone, while 97.2 per cent of women had not inherited a house or land, it said, citing the study The study revealed that 99.1 per cent of women in Sindh do not own land alone or jointly. According to the study, 57 per cent of men have a financial account while only 14 per cent of women do so. The study revealed that 11 per cent of women own a mobile wallet, compared with 48 per cent of men. Earlier in June, a report said that Pakistan secured the last spot in the World Economic Forum's Global Gender Gap Report 2025 and its overall gender parity score drop from 57 per cent in 2024 to 56.7 per cent in 2025, showcase the inequalities faced by women in the country regularly across economic participation and independence, social freedoms, political representation, education, health, and personal agency and autonomy. Statistics and lived experiences point toward inequalities, where violence against women is widespread. For women and young girls, navigating public spaces remains challenging even after decades of legislation, womens rights activism, and work by several organisations, both domestic and international, like UN Women in Pakistan, Oxfam and so on. Yet, gender disparity, discussions of womens rights and violence against women are among some of the most contentious subjects in Pakistan, Mariyam Suleman Anees, a Pakistan-based freelance writer, wrote in The Diplomat. Educational institutions, workplaces, markets, public transport, and even the home, which is often regarded as the safest place none has spared women from violence. Earlier this month, a woman doctor on duty in a public hospital in Balochistans capital of Quetta was brutally attacked with acid by the hospitals lift operator, she added. Following the incident, protests erupted in several parts of Pakistan, demanding the safety of working women, a ban on the sale of acid, and the implementation of anti-acid attack legislation. According to The Diplomat report, Pakistan has no official statistics about acid attacks. According to World Bank data, only 22 per cent of women comprise Pakistan's total labour force. Economic exclusion is a major hindrance, and cases like the recent acid attack on a female doctor inside the hospital further discourage women from pursuing professional careers and create fear among families who want to invest in the education of their daughters despite social and economic challenges.
Project Vijayak kicks off 16th Raising Day celebrations with 51-rider rally in Ladakh
Kargil, Sep 06: Project Vijayak of the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) on Sunday kicked off its 16th Raising Day celebrations with a motorcycle rally from the its memorial here to Sapi La Pass in the Union Territory of Ladakh, an official said. The rally, comprising 51 participants, was flagged off by retired Colonel V K Oberoi from the Project Vijayak Memorial in Kargil and culminated at Sapi La, located at an altitude of 14,337 feet, the official said. He said the rally was attended by Deputy General Officer Commanding, 8-Mountain division, Brigadier Sarit Prakash, Chief Engineer, Project Vijayak, Brigadier Rahul Oberoi, Commander, 121 Infantry Brigade, Brigadier Ashish Joshi, besides officers and personnel from the Army, Project Vijayak and civil participants. Brigadier Oberoi said Project Vijayak was raised on September 21, 2010, following recommendations of the Kargil War Review Committee, with the objective of improving connectivity across Ladakh region, particularly to forward areas and posts. The Project Vijayak has made significant contributions towards strengthening road infrastructure in the region. Several roads have been widened and upgraded from single-lane to double-lane standards, while new roads have been constructed to improve connectivity to forward locations, the chief engineer said. He said the specifications and standards of National Highways have also been considerably improved, with several tunnel projects currently underway. Oberoi said as part of the raising day celebrations, Project Vijayak organises motorcycle rallies every year to remember and pay tribute to the personnel who made the supreme sacrifice while serving the nation and developing vital road infrastructure in the challenging Himalayan region. He said last year's rally had travelled to the Kargil War Memorial at Drass to honour the bravehearts of the Indian Army and the Border Roads Organisation. Continuing the tradition this year, the rally travelled approximately 54 kilometres to Sapi La Pass, one of the important passes maintained by Project Vijayak in Western Ladakh and the Siachen sector, he said. The rally culminated at Sapi La, where the Deputy GOC, 8 Mountain Division hoisted the National Flag. Oberoi said the flag-hoisting ceremony at Sapi La was a proud occasion and a tribute to the brave personnel who sacrificed their lives in the service of the nation. The Motorcycle Rally marked the beginning of the celebrations leading up to the 16th raising day of Project Vijayak on September 21, he said.
Telangana Minister urges KCR to attend Assembly Monsoon Session
Hyderabad: Slamming BRS president K Chandrasekhar Rao for largely staying away from the Assembly, Telangana Transport Minister Ponnam Prabhakar on Sunday urged the former CM to attend the monsoon session beginning on Monday. The ruling Congress organised a maha dharna (mass protest) here, demanding the resignation of Rao, popularly known as KCR, for allegedly staying 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 .
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'Save us, save us': Children trapped under Delhi rubble as rescue ops continue
A building collapsed near Shiv Mandir in Delhi's Satya Niketan area on Sunday afternoon. Children were heard crying for help from beneath the extensive rubble after the incident. Rescue teams arrived promptly and began extensive search operations for those trapped inside. Several people, including children and fruit vendors, are feared buried under the debris. Rescue efforts are continuing as emergency personnel work to locate survivors.
Masked anti-migrant mob paralyses Port of Dover for hours
Anti-migrant mob paralysed Port of Dover for hours, chanting stop the boats MP brands protesters idiots, demands answers over police failure to act Night-shift port workers prevented from leaving for fears for their safety Hope Not Hate says Patriot Platform network organised the orchestrated protest AN ANTI-MIGRANT mob of hundreds of masked men, dressed head-to-toe in black, brought the Port of Dover to a standstill on Saturday, blocking roads and chanting stop the boats in a demonstration that paralysed the UK's busiest international ferry port for hours. Traffic was halted from entering or leaving the port from around 07:00 BST as the mob took over roads and roundabouts, reported BBC. UK and France to tackle mega dinghies Kent Police, which made no arrests despite the scale of the disruption, called it a spontaneous protest, eventually forcing the crowd to Dover Priory railway station by 11:30, with officers confirming all involved had dispersed by 12:00. Dover and Deal MP Mike Tapp was furious, branding those responsible idiots and demanding answers over why police didn't know about it, with officers on the ground left pretty thin. Chris Vinson, Conservative group leader on Dover District Council, said masked men had loaded into rental vans and descended on roads leading into the town, leaving night-shift port workers prevented from leaving for fears for their safety. Smuggling gangs adapt to Channel crackdown Sir Roger Gale MP condemned what he called a clearly orchestrated demonstration carried out by young men seeking to terrorise the local population of east Kent. Even Reform UK leader Nigel Farage turned on the mob, saying he deplored the masks and branding the tactics wrong at every level. Anti-hate group Hope Not Hate said the Patriot Platform network, formed only in July, organised the protest, while far-right figures Tommy Robinson and Danny Thomas openly praised those involved online. Record 230 migrants cross Channel in single small boat Travellers described fear and chaos. Ferry passenger Remco van Schellen told BBC that masked men blocked his route out of the terminal. The government said it condemned the disruption. The port later confirmed operations had returned to normal.
Several trapped after building collapses in Delhi's Satya Niketan; rescue ops on
On Sunday afternoon, a significant building collapse took place near Shiv Mandir in Satya Niketan, Moti Bagh. The Delhi Fire Services received a distress call around 1:33 pm, quickly sending out rescue crews. By 1:50 pm, they arrived on-site, where reports indicated that individuals might be trapped beneath debris. To address the emergency, teams specialized in Search and Rescue, Breathing Apparatus, and Water Bowser operations were promptly deployed.
Congress leader accuses BJP of using religion for votes, slams Saharanpur mosque demolition
New Delhi, Sep 6 (IANS) Congress leader Rashid Alvi on Sunday accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of using religion as a political tool to influence people's minds and secure votes, while also criticising the demolition of a mosque inside the Saharanpur Collectorate campus in Uttar Pradesh. About the spiritual film Hanuman Ansh, written and directed by Vishal Chaturvedi, Alvi alleged that films of this nature were being made as part of a broader attempt to influence people through religious sentiments and use faith for political gains. The film chronicles the life and teachings of Neem Karoli Baba, popularly known as Maharaj Ji. Speaking to IANS, Alvi said: Ever since the Bharatiya Janata Party came to power, it has brought religion into politics. Every election is fought in the name of Ram Mandir. Their faith is evident from the fact that despite the alleged embezzlement of crores of rupees, they remain silent. No one has been arrested so far. Now, films are being made in this manner to influence people's minds through religion and gain votes by exploiting religious sentiments, he added. As political controversy erupted in Uttar Pradesh after a mosque located inside the Saharanpur Collectorate campus was demolished on Saturday morning, with opposition parties accusing the BJP-led state government of promoting communal politics and carrying out targeted action against a particular community ahead of the 2027 Assembly election, Alvi criticised the action and alleged that it was politically motivated. It is very unfortunate. Yogi Adityanath believes that by demolishing mosques, he will be able to form the government again. The BJP repeatedly talks about appeasement, but there can be no greater example of appeasement than this. If temples are demolished in Pakistan or Bangladesh, we raise our voice and say that it should not happen. Demolishing mosques only hurts the Muslims of this nation, the Congress leader said. The demolition followed a legal dispute over the status of the structure and the land on which it stood. A district court had dismissed an appeal against an earlier order holding that the structure had been built on government land and was unauthorised. The September 2 order itself did not specifically mention demolition. Instead, it dismissed the appeal and upheld an earlier order passed by a magistrate on July 16. The July 16 order had directed the eviction of the mosque under the Uttar Pradesh Public Premises (Eviction of Unauthorised Occupants) Act, 1972, after concluding that the structure occupied 315 square metres of government land. Alvi questioned the legal basis for the demolition and also raised concerns over the applicability and interpretation of the Places of Worship Act, 1991. This is the decision of a district judge. Parliament has already passed the Places of Worship Act, but the Supreme Court is neither clarifying nor defining the law. Despite this law, a district judge has allowed the demolition, declaring the structure illegal. Where will people find documents dating back 100 years? Are documents available for every temple built in India? Yogi Adityanath should produce those documents. This is a one-sided decision, he said.
India U19 women thrash Malaysia 11-1 to strengthen AHF Junior Asia Cup lead
Moqi, Sep 6 (IANS) India's junior women made it two wins from two at the AHF Junior Asia Cup 2026, overwhelming Malaysia 11-1 in their second Elite Pool fixture on Sunday to underline their status as defending champions. After a 4-1 victory over South Korea in their opening match, India produced a far more fluent display against Malaysia. Their attack clicked from the outset, with seven players contributing to the scoresheet as the defending champions combined field goals with an impressive return from set pieces. India needed just a minute to take control, with Puja Sahoo converting a penalty stroke. Purnima Yadav doubled the lead in the fourth minute before Binima Dhan added another from a penalty corner in the eighth. Krishna Sharma extended the advantage in the 14th minute, and India continued their relentless pressure in the second quarter. Purnima scored her second in the 17th minute, again from a penalty corner, before Sukhveer Kaur and Geeta Yadav struck in the 21st and 28th minutes, respectively. With Malaysia unable to contain Indias attacking pressure, the defending champions headed into half-time with a commanding 7-0 lead. Malaysia eventually found a response through Nur Mohd in the 38th minute, but the goal did little to alter the pattern of the contest. India quickly restored their authority when Puja converted another penalty stroke in the 42nd minute to complete her brace. Sanika Chandrakant Mane struck a minute later as India reached 9-1, and the hosts continued to push forward despite having the result virtually secured. Geeta added her second from a penalty corner in the 53rd minute before Sanika completed her own brace two minutes from the end, sealing an 11-1 victory. Indias 11 goals came through a balanced attacking effort, with four scored from field play, five from penalty corners and two from penalty strokes. The result puts India alone at the top of the Elite Pool with six points from two matches. China and Japan follow on three points each, while South Korea and Malaysia remain without a win. India will have a day off on Monday before returning to pool action against Japan on September 8.
Delhi Police cracks down on fake call centre, 5 apprehended
New Delhi, Sep 6 (IANS) The Delhi Police's Anti-Auto Theft Squad (AATS), North District, has busted a fake call centre operating in the capital's Sangam Vihar area and allegedly cheating unemployed persons on the pretext of providing jobs in reputed companies, and apprehended five accused, police said on Sunday. The accused are aged between 19 and 30 years. A police statement said that on September 1, the staff of AATS/North District received secret information regarding a suspected fraudulent call centre operating at Jharoda Majra, in Sangam Vihar. The accused were allegedly cheating unemployed persons on the pretext of providing jobs in reputed companies. The information was verified, and a police team conducted a raid at the premises, during which the accused, Satish Chander Maurya alias Karan alias Harish, along with other tele-callers, was found operating the call centre. Preliminary inquiry revealed that unemployed candidates were being contacted and offered jobs such as data entry operator, data analyst, web designer, and accountant and were allegedly induced to make payments at various stages of the recruitment process. Officials said that a dedicated team, under the overall supervision of DCP, North, Niharika Bhatt, under the guidance of Additional DCP-I, North, Pukhraj Kamal Gupta and Additional DCP-II, North, Ram Dulesh Meena, and under the leadership of ACP, Operations, North District, Vishesh Dhatterwal and I/C, AATS, North, Inspector Sanjay Kumar Gupta, was constituted. The team also comprised SIs Heera Lal and Dinesh Singh, ASI Omprakash, HCs Sandeep, Ravinder, Shakti, and Alok, woman HC Pooja and constable Vikram. Acting on the information developed during the investigation, the police team conducted a raid in Sangam Vihar in the Wazirabad area. During the raid, three accused persons were found actively operating the alleged fraudulent recruitment setup by contacting prospective job seekers and demanding money under various false pretexts. Subsequently, a thorough search of the premises was conducted, leading to the recovery of nine mobile phones, a tablet, seven ATM/debit cards, two bank passbooks, three notepads containing mobile numbers, and Rs 6,730 in cash. During the course of further investigation, it was revealed that the accused persons were allegedly sourcing the personal details of job seekers through an application named 'Job Hai Support', where candidates registered themselves and applied for various employment opportunities. The accused specifically targeted candidates who had applied for jobs with 'Tata Motors' and subsequently contacted them, posing as representatives associated with the recruitment process. The accused allegedly misled the candidates by falsely representing that various payments were mandatory for completing different stages of recruitment and thereby induced them to make repeated payments under fabricated pretexts. As the investigation progressed, the police team uncovered the involvement of two additional accused persons in the fraudulent recruitment network. Both were subsequently traced and apprehended, and their roles are being thoroughly examined. According to the investigators, the accused persons allegedly adopted a systematic modus operandi to exploit unemployed job seekers by offering them employment in reputed companies. Initially, prospective candidates were contacted and asked to deposit Rs 499 towards courier charges. Once the initial payment was made, the accused allegedly continued to extract money by raising successive demands under various false pretexts. The accused allegedly kept the victims engaged in the fraudulent recruitment process by creating one payment requirement after another. When a victim refused or expressed inability to make further payment, the accused would allegedly block the victims mobile number and abruptly discontinue communication, thereby abandoning the victim after extracting the maximum possible amount. Police said that further investigation is underway to identify other associates, trace the financial transactions and ascertain the full extent of the fraud.
Andhra Pradesh: Transport officials caught red-handed by ACB, taking Rs 2.5 lakh bribe
Amaravati, Sep 6 (IANS) Andhra Pradeshs Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) have seized over Rs. 2.5 lakh cash during the surprise checks, conducted against officials of the Transport Department in SPSR Nellore district. The ACB said on Sunday that acting on credible inputs regarding collection of illegal gratification from vehicle drivers by the officials of the Transport Department, the agency sleuths conducted surprise checks at Musunuru Toll Plaza, National Highway-16, Near Kavali, SPSR Nellore district on the intervening night of September 5 and 6. During the surprise check, it was noticed that Banavath Gopi Naik, MVI, District Enforcement, Nellore district, was allegedly collecting illegal gratification from vehicle drivers at the Toll plaza, with the assistance of two Home Guards and one private driver, using a KIA Seltos car. During the searches, the cash found lying on the roadside was secured and counted in the presence of the mediators, and an amount of Rs.68,800 was found, the ACB said in a release. Thereafter, the KIA Seltos car of MVI was searched in the presence of the mediators, during which Rs.1,80,000 cash was found concealed in the dicky of the vehicle. The said amount, which was found to be unaccounted for and suspected to be connected with illegal gratification, was seized by the DSP, ACB, Nellore Range, in the presence of official mediators, for further enquiry, the anti-graft agency said. The ACB has urged the public to report any instances of corruption in government departments to their respective local ACB offices or ACB toll-free No.1064 or ACB mobile No.94404 40057 or ACB email ID complaints-acb@ap.gov.in. The details of informants will be kept confidential, it said. There have been several complaints of Transport Department officials demanding bribes in different parts of the State. In March, 2026, the ACB had conducted surprise raids at multiple locations linked to Assistant Motor Vehicle Inspector (AMVI) Pillutla Lokanadha Prasad, posted in Machilipatnam, in connection with a disproportionate assets case. Acting on credible information that the officer had amassed wealth beyond his known sources of income, the ACB registered a case under the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988 (amended 2018). Officials had seized property documents, electronic gadgets and other incriminating material. According to ACB, the accused officials owned three houses in Vijayawada, a site at Gunadala, and 2.75 acres of agricultural land in Munagala village, Suryapeta district, Telangana.
Ram Mandir trust likely to appoint deputy CEO, panel of candidates ready
The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust is likely to appoint a deputy chief executive officer soon, days after naming Air Marshal (Retd) Jeetendra Mishra as its first full-time chief executive officer. Trust secretary Govind Dev Giri said the search committee has already prepared panels of candidates in three categories through a transparent process. No [] The post Ram Mandir trust likely to appoint deputy CEO, panel of candidates ready appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Three booked in case of alleged sexual misconduct with girl
Kolar: Tension prevailed in Bangarpet after hundreds of people staged a road blockade on Saturday, September 5, demanding action against two more persons allegedly involved in a case concerning alleged sexual misconduct with a six-year-old girl. The protest came days after a 37-year-old man, identified as Raghavendra, was arrested in connection with the incident. Raghavendra, 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 .
300 and Still Standing: Josh Hazlewoods Extraordinary Comeback
There was no grand stage, no roaring crowd and no elaborate celebration. Josh Hazlewood reached one of the greatest landmarks in Australian fast bowling almost exactly as he has conducted his entire career: quietly, efficiently and without fuss. At Darwin, Hazlewood dismissed Mehidy Hasan Miraz to claim his 300th Test wicket, becoming only the ninth Australian bowler in history to reach the landmark and just the seventh Australian fast bowler to do so. Hazlewood began Australia's first Test against Bangladesh needing five wickets to enter the exclusive 300 club. He finished the innings with 6 for 89, his 14th five-wicket haul in Tests. More importantly, he had returned to the format after a frustrating year of injuries and uncertainty and immediately reminded Australia why he remains one of the most trusted fast bowlers of his generation. At 35, Hazlewood had not played a Test for 12 months and had even missed the previous home Ashes because of injuries. For more than a year, therefore, the 300-wicket milestone had been tantalisingly close but out of reach. Talking of the feat of 300 Test wickets, Dennis Lillee was the first Australian quick to reach the landmark, in November 1981. Since then, Glenn McGrath, Brett Lee, Mitchell Johnson, Mitchell Starc and Pat Cummins have joined him. Hazlewood's arrival completes another remarkable chapter in the story of Australian pace bowling. Among Australia's nine 300-wicket bowlers, only McGrath, Cummins and Lillee had a better bowling average when they reached the milestone than Hazlewood's 24.02. But statistics alone do not explain Hazlewood. His greatness has never depended on express pace or theatrical celebrations. There was another extraordinary dimension to Hazlewood's achievement. He joined Nathan Lyon, Mitchell Starc and Pat Cummins in Australia's current Test attack three teammates who had already crossed 300 wickets. That created a unique piece of cricket history. The Darwin Test became the first Test in which one team had four bowlers each with at least 300 Test wickets. Lyon now has 571 wickets, Starc 445, Cummins 322 and Hazlewood 303. The sheer volume of experience in Australia's bowling attack is extraordinary. It also underlines how special this Australian era has been. For years, the quartet of Hazlewood, Starc, Cummins and Lyon has formed the backbone of Australia's Test bowling. Together, they have won Ashes series, World Test Championship titles and countless matches around the world. Yet Hazlewood knows there are still challenges ahead. Australia faces a demanding period of Test cricket, potentially involving 20 to 21 matches in 12 months, including major overseas assignments. England, India and South Africa represent particularly significant challenges. There is something fitting about Hazlewood's understated personality matching his cricket. He is one of the least visible members of Australia's modern cricket team. Even after reaching 300 wickets, he was reluctant to make the achievement about himself. He may never have been the loudest voice in the dressing room or the most visible Australian cricketer outside it, but for more than a decade he has been one of Australia's most reliable match-winners. Now his name sits alongside Lillee, McGrath, Lee, Johnson, Starc and Cummins in the exclusive list of Australian fast bowlers with 300 Test wickets. Josh Hazlewood has stood through injuries, setbacks, competition and long periods away from Test cricket. And after all that, the quiet man of Australian cricket is finally standing among the giants. Of the nine Australian bowlers to reach 300 wickets, Shane Warne remains Australia's leading wicket-taker with 708, ahead of Lyon's 571, Glenn McGrath's 563 and Starc's 445. Dennis Lillee (355), Cummins (322), Mitchell Johnson (313) and Brett Lee (310) complete the list of Australians above Hazlewood's tally of 303, with Lyon, Starc and Cummins still adding to their totals as active players. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Globally, the milestone places Hazlewood among an elite group of bowlers to have taken 300 or more Test wickets. Sri Lanka great Muttiah Muralitharan tops the overall list with 800 wickets, followed by Shane Warne with 708. Hazlewood's achievement may not carry the numerical weight of those legends, but in the context of Australian fast bowling, it represents something special: the resurrection of a great quick who refused to let injuries write the final chapter of his career.
Congress leaders slams PM Modi's remarks, say BJP afraid of Rahul Gandhi's outreach to Gen Z
Congress leaders criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi over his remarks at Shri Ram College of Commerce, accusing the BJP of anxiety over Rahul Gandhi and growing Gen Z outreach. They also questioned Modis comments on Congress, his Dimagi Naxal jibe and, separately, raised the Ram Mandir donation controversy.
Watch: Kangana Ranaut Blasts Mandi Officials Over Delayed Projects, Questions
A video of BJP MP Kangana Ranaut is getting viral on social media which she can be seen confronting government officials over the slow progress of development projects in her constituency Mandi. The video is from her DISHA committee meeting in
Kanak Agrawal, an IIT-Kanpur graduate, recalls being thrilled by the prospect of work trips after joining a comapny. She imagined free flights, luxurious hotels and travelling the world. However, her older colleagues were less enthusiastic, warning that demanding schedules often leave little time to experience destinations. Her experience eventually inspired her to embrace a different approach to working while travelling and make destinations part of everyday life.
IIT Mandi PhD student dies by suicide after distress over exam result
IIT Mandi PhD student dies by suicide after distress over exam result
Mumbai police arrest six for fake I-T raid, demanding Rs 1 cr
MBBS interns should trust government, return to their job: Sakina Itoo
Minister for Health and Medical Education (H&ME) Sakina Itoo on Saturday said the MBBS interns, who are on protest demanding hike in their stipend should trust the government and call off their strike, considering their role in handling patient care in the hospitals. Talking to reporters on the sidelines of the Teachers' Day function organised at SKICC, Sakina Itoo said the talks held with the MBBS interns did not fail. I do not buy this. The talks did not fail. The government is engaged with the protesting doctors, she told reporters here. She said the MBBS interns' demand was genuine. I met the MBBS interns several times. I held a meeting with them for nearly one-and-a-half hours a day earlier, she added. She said they (Interns) were not strangers but our own children. It takes years of effort and significant sacrifices by students and their families to become a doctor and to reach the internship stage. These interns play an important role in hospitals and work for long hours treating patients, she added. The Minister said the issue should not be reduced to a competition between the government and protesting interns. There is no need to make it a competition. Governments doors for dialogue are still open, she said. She said the proposal concerning the interns demand was already under process and had moved between the concerned department and the Finance Department for clarifications and observations. The department took the initiative and got this process done. This file went to the Finance Department and we got some clarification from there as well. Then we answered an observation, she said. She said the department did not act after the MBBS interns' protest but the initiative was taken earlier. She urged the protesting MBBS interns to trust the government, saying that she, as the health minister, would not make any such commitments that could not be fulfilled. As Health Minister, being responsible for my children, they should trust me. The government would do whatever is possible for them, , she said. Sakina Itoo also said the Chief Minister Omar Abdullah was concerned about the issue and several meetings were already held on the issue. I hope that the children will come back to work because treatment of people in hospitals is very important, she said.
MP Mian Altaf asks Health deptt to upgrade medical infrastructure in Rajouri
Member of Parliament for the Anantnag-Rajouri constituency, Mian Altaf Ahmad, has called upon the Jammu and Kashmir Health and Medical Education Department to take urgent steps to overhaul health infrastructure and fill critical staff vacancies across hospitals and Primary Health Centres (PHCs) in district Rajouri. In a statement issued, the Member of Parliament expressed serious concern over the growing operational constraints faced by Government Medical College (GMC) Rajouri, sub-district hospitals, and rural healthcare facilities. Highlighting the difficulties faced by local residentsparticularly those living in remote, hilly, and border belts, Mian Altaf emphasised that access to quality healthcare remained a fundamental need. He pointed out that key medical facilities in the district were currently overburdened, operating under acute shortages of specialist doctors, medical officers, nurses and technical staff. Mian Altaf said upgrading Primary Health Centres (PHCs) and Community Health Centres (CHCs) with essential diagnostic machinery, life-saving drugs, and round-the-clock power back-ups to minimize referrals to urban hospitals besides Deployment of fully equipped Advanced Life Support (ALS) ambulances to ensure timely transportation of critical patients from far-flung rural zones. Healthcare is a basic right for every citizen, and rural districts like Rajouri cannot be left to suffer due to administrative delays or workforce gaps. The Health Department must prioritize filling sanctioned vacancies and upgrading critical diagnostic equipment so that local families receive timely care at home rather than travelling to Jammu or Srinagar, stated Mian Altaf Ahmad. He also expressed grief over the death of a local resident Showket Ahmad who reportedly suffered a heart attack while aggrieved family members and local residents alleged that adequate emergency and specialised healthcare facilities were not available at Thannamandi Hospital, raising serious concerns about the healthcare infrastructure catering to the vast population of the sub- region. National Conference MP demanded immediate strengthening and upgradation of the existing health facilities. He said that Thannamandi Hospital caters to a large population not only from Thannamandi but also from several adjoining areas, and urged the government and the Health department to take immediate and concrete steps to upgrade Thannamandi Hospital to a Sub-District Hospital and provide it with adequate doctors, specialists, emergency facilities, diagnostic services, ambulances, medical equipment and other essential infrastructure.
As Ayushman Arogya Mandirs replaceMohallaClinics in Delhi, former staff await dues
Some former mohalla clinic staff who were not absorbed into the AAMs are still awaiting their dues. Dr. Amit Gupta, who worked at a mohalla clinic nearMandawalimetro station, said he is owed 78,000.
Indian Para-Cyclists Shine in French Meet
The competition featured three Road Races and one Time Trial, providing a demanding test of endurance, recovery, adaptability and consistency for the Indian cyclists.
Teachers Day celebrated with fervour at Mandi girls school
Poonch, Sep 5: Teachers Day was celebrated with enthusiasm at Government Girls Higher Secondary School Mandi, where students and staff gathered to honour the dedication and contribution of teachers. The programme featured speeches by students highlighting the role of teachers in shaping character, nurturing talent and guiding students towards a bright future. Cultural performances added colour to the celebrations and showcased the creativity and confidence of the students. A major highlight of the event was the presentation of Certificates of Appreciation to members of the teaching staff in recognition of their dedicated services, sincere efforts and commitment to the institution and its students. The certificates were presented by Senior Lecturers Syed Nazak Hussain Shah Bukhari and Barket Choudhary, who congratulated the teachers and appreciated their contribution to the academic and personal development of students. Speaking on the occasion, the lecturers said teaching was not merely a profession but a noble responsibility that plays an important role in nation-building. They emphasised the importance of discipline, compassion, integrity, hard work and social responsibility in the holistic development of students. They said dedicated teachers leave a lasting impact on students and contribute significantly to the progress of society. The celebrations concluded with a renewed commitment by the staff and students to uphold the dignity of the teaching profession and work collectively towards the academic and overall development of students.
Manipur CM thanks PM Modi, HM Shah for deferment of Census-2027
Imphal, Sep 5 (IANS) Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh on Saturday thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah for deferring the Census-2027 exercise in the state. The Ministry of the Home Affairs on Saturday issued a Gazette notification deferring the houselisting operations for Census 2027 in Manipur. A day before its pre-schedule start, the Central government on August 31 announced to defer the Census-2027 exercise in Manipur amid continuing protests and demands by various Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) for the updation of the National Register of Citizens (NRC) before the conduct of the Census in the state. Taking to his official X account, CM Khemchand Singh said: A welcome and consequential decision for Manipur. The deferment of the Census, notified through the Gazette today, reflects the Union government's considered attention to the genuine concerns of our people. My sincere gratitude to PM Narendra Modi ji and Home Minister Amit Shah ji for their leadership and understanding. We remain resolute in safeguarding the legitimate interests of our people and strengthening peace, security and stability in Manipur, the Chief Minister added. The Manipur Assembly, on the first day of its Monsoon session on September 2, unanimously passed a resolution urging the Central government to update the NRC in the state before conducting Census-2027. The State Assembly's move came amid massive agitations by various CSOs, mainly in the five districts of the Imphal Valley region -- Imphal East, Imphal West, Thoubal, Bishnupur and Kakching -- demanding the updation of the NRC before the conduct of Census-2027. The Campaign for Just and Fair Delimitation (CJFD) and various other CSOs have been holding massive agitations in the Imphal Valley region since August 17, demanding the updation of the NRC before the Census exercise is undertaken. Meanwhile, the Kuki-Zo Council (KZC), the apex body of the Kuki-Zo tribal community in Manipur, has strongly opposed the demand for the updation of the NRC before the Census operations in 2027. KZC Spokesperson Ginza Vualzong had said that there is no constitutional provision for conducting an NRC exercise exclusively in a particular state. The NRC is a national exercise. The Assam NRC was undertaken pursuant to the Assam Accord of 1985. Therefore, any attempt to conduct an NRC exclusively in Manipur is not only discriminatory but also unconstitutional, he added.
