MP: 20 children died so far due to contaminated cough syrup

Nagpur: Madhya Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Rajendra Shukla on Tuesday said a total of 20 children from the state have died so far while undergoing treatment for kidney failure after drinking a contaminated cough syrup. He said five children are currently being treated in Nagpur two each in Government Medical College and Hospital (GMCH), 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 .

Cough syrup poisoning: Death toll of MP kids rises to 20

NAGPUR: Madhya Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Rajendra Shukla on Tuesday said a total of 20 children from the state have died so far while undergoing treatment for kidney failure after drinking a contaminated cough syrup. He said five children are currently being treated in Nagpur - two each in Government Medical College and Hospital (GMCH), All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) and one in a private hospital. Earlier, the state government had confirmed the deaths of 16 children from Chhindwara who had allegedly consumed cough syrup Coldrif, samples of which were found to have toxic contents. Talking to reporters here after visiting the children undergoing treatment, Shukla said, So far, 20 children from Madhya Pradesh have died while undergoing treatment... Two of them died in the past 24 hours. Describing the fatalities as extremely tragic, he said the MP government will extend all possible help to the affected families. The syrup responsible for the deaths was manufactured by a company based in Tamil Nadu, Shukla said, adding that action had been taken for negligence against the company owner, the doctor who gave the prescription and and the Food and Drugs Administration (FDA) officials involved. Around 600 cough syrup bottles have been found in Chhindwara, of which 443 bottles have already been recovered. Cough syrup poisoning: Death toll of MP kids rises to 17, police team reaches TN to probe drug firm Accredited Social Health Activists (ASHA) and anganwadi workers have been directed to go door-to-door to collect any remaining bottles to ensure none of them remain in use, he said. The government is conducting an in-depth investigation into the incident, according to him. Two-and-a-half-year-old Dhani Deharia, a resident of Bhariyadhana village in Tamia block, had died on Monday while undergoing treatment at the Nagpur Medical College hospital. Her family members claimed that her health deteriorated after consuming the cold syrup prescribed by the doctor, and her kidneys failed. On Monday, the state government suspended two drug inspectors and a deputy director of theFDA and transferred the state's drug controller amid an investigation. Chhindwara-based Dr Praveen Soni was arrested for alleged negligence, while a case has been filed against the company that manufactured the Coldrif cough syrup. The Madhya Pradesh Police has formed a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to investigate the deaths and filed a case against the Tamil Nadu-based manufacturer of Coldrif.

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Cough syrup deaths: Two more children die in MP's Chhindwara, death toll rises to 16

CHHINDWARA: Two more children undergoing treatment for kidney failure after consuming contaminated cough syrup have died in Madhya Pradesh's Chhindwara, raising the districts death toll to 16, officials said. Today, the death of another girl was reported. So far, 16 children have died in the district, said Chhindwara Additional Collector Dhirendra Singh. Earlier, the state government had confirmed the deaths of 14 children from Chhindwara who had allegedly consumed the cough syrup Coldrif, samples of which were found to have toxic contents. Jayusha Yaduvanshi (2), a resident of Junnardeo in the district, died on Tuesday at a government hospital in Nagpur. Another six children from Chhindwara are undergoing treatment at various hospitals in Nagpur, and the condition of five of them remains critical, the additional collector said. Two-and-half-year-old Dhani Deharia, a resident of Bhariyadhana village in Tamia block, had died on Monday while undergoing treatment at the Nagpur Medical College hospital. Her family members claimed that her health deteriorated after consuming the cold syrup prescribed by the doctor, and her kidneys failed. PIL in Supreme Court seeks CBI probe, national drug safety review over cough syrup deaths A state government official in Bhopal had earlier stated that nine children from Madhya Pradesh were undergoing treatment at various hospitals in Nagpur, seven of them from Chhindwara and two from Betul. Before the deaths of Jayusha Yaduvanshi and Dhani Daharia, the state government had confirmed the deaths of 14 children in Chhindwara. On Monday, the state government suspended two drug inspectors and a deputy director of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and transferred the state's drug controller amid an investigation. Chhindwara-based Dr Praveen Soni was arrested for alleged negligence, while a case has been filed against the company that manufactured the Coldrif cough syrup . The Madhya Pradesh Police has formed a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to investigate the deaths and filed a case against the Tamil Nadu-based manufacturer of Coldrif. (With inputs from PTI) Cough syrup deaths: Punjab and HP governments ban Coldrif

Indias healthcare set to top $1.5 trillion by 2030, but gaps in access and rising disease burden persist

NEW DELHI: Indias healthcare sector is poised for a major transformation, with its total market value expected to surpass USD 1.5 trillion by 2030, according to Rubix Industry Insights: Healthcare September 2025, a report by Rubix Data Sciences. Currently valued at USD 638 billion, the industry is growing at a brisk 19% annually, driven by rising incomes, wider insurance penetration, robust private investment, and digital innovation. But while the sector is expanding rapidly, the report flags persistent structural challenges. Rural areas -- where nearly two-thirds of Indias population lives -- have access to just 30% of the countrys hospital beds. Bed density remains at 1.6 per 1,000 people, below the World Health Organizations recommended minimum of 2. Nurse density is also lagging, at 1.9 per 1,000 compared to the WHO benchmark of 3. India will need to add 650,000 nurses and 160,000 doctors by 2030 to meet demand. At the same time, non-communicable diseases (NCDs) such as diabetes and hypertension are surging. Diabetes currently affects nearly 90 million people, projected to rise to 156.7 million by 2050, while hypertension affects nearly one-third of adults. Despite these headwinds, India's cost advantage remains its most compelling strength. Surgical procedures are priced far below Western standards, making the country a major draw for medical tourism for people from many parts of the world. A heart bypass in India costs between USD 4,0006,000, compared to USD 80,000120,000 in the U.S., USD 25,00040,000 in the UK, and USD 30,00045,000 in Australia. Hip and knee replacements, and even complex surgeries like spinal fusion, cost one-tenth to one-fifteenth of what they do in developed markets. This unmatched affordability, combined with NABH-accredited hospitals, shorter wait times, and English-speaking medical staff, has fueled a surge in foreign patient inflows from 6.1 million in 2023 to 7.3 million in 2024. The countrys medical tourism market, valued at USD 7.7 billion in 2024, is projected to double to USD 16 billion by 2030. Private sector investment has been another major growth driver. Capital inflows into hospitals surged from USD 0.73 billion in 2022 to nearly USD 6 billion in 2024, while FDI in healthcare rose 2.3 times to reach USD 1.56 billion in FY2025. Private healthcare operators are set to add 34,000 new beds by FY2029, backed by INR 400 billion in planned investments. Notably, 40% of this expansion is being directed toward Tier-II and Tier-III cities, including Patna, Lucknow, and Bhubaneswar a sign of the sectors decentralization and growing regional focus. At the same time, digital health is fast emerging as a cornerstone of the sectors future. The digital health market, worth USD 8.8 billion in 2024, is expected to grow more than fivefold to USD 47.8 billion by 2033. Flagship government platforms like the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission and e-Sanjeevani have created a strong digital infrastructure for teleconsultation, e-records, and remote diagnostics. AI is increasingly being used in hospitals for imaging, robotic surgery, and neonatal care. Examples include AIIMS Nagpurs tele-neonatal unit, which halved infant mortality, and IMS-BHUs AI-based imaging system, which saved INR 20 million annually. On the insurance front, premiums hit INR 1.18 trillion in FY2025, though growth slowed to 9%. The proposed removal of GST on health insurance is expected to ease costs and expand coverage, especially among middle- and lower-income groups. While Indias healthcare story is still unfolding, the sectors combination of affordability, innovation, and private capital is turning it into a global hub for patients, investors, and technology alike. With targeted reforms and capacity-building, India is positioning itself not just to meet domestic demand but to emerge as a world leader in accessible, technology-driven healthcare. Indicative Cost of Surgeries body { font-family: Arial, sans-serif; padding: 20px; } table { width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-top: 20px; } caption { caption-side: top; font-size: 1.5em; font-weight: bold; margin-bottom: 10px; } th, td { border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px; text-align: center; } th { background-color: #f4f4f4; } tr:nth-child(even) { background-color: #fafafa; } Indicative Cost of Surgeries (USD) Procedure India USA UK Australia Heart Bypass 4,0006,000 80,000120,000 25,00040,000 30,00045,000 Hip Replacement 4,0005,000 30,00050,000 12,00018,000 20,00030,000 Knee Replacement 3,5004,000 40,00060,000 15,00025,000 25,00040,000 Spinal Fusion 12,00014,000 100,000150,000 25,00050,000 40,00060,000 Facelift 2,5003,000 12,00020,000 8,00015,000 10,00018,000 Dental Implant (per implant) 300800 2,0005,000 1,5003,000 2,0004,000

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Cough syrup-children death link probe: MP govt transfers state drug controller, suspends three others

BHOPAL: The Madhya Pradesh government on Monday suspended two drug inspectors and a Deputy Director of the food and drug administration amid the probe into the death of 14 children from Chhindwara due to suspected renal failure, linked to the consumption of a toxic cough syrup. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav also transferred the state's Drug Controller, Dinesh Maurya, after chairing a high-level meeting at his residence. The suspended drug inspectors are identified as Gaurav Sharma and Sharad Kumar Jain, who are posted in Chhindwara and Jabalpur, respectively. The suspended Deputy Director is identified as Shobhit Costa, an official said. Yadav visited Parasia later in the day to meet the kin of the deceased children. The chief minister said strict action will be taken against those responsible for the tragic deaths of children, and no negligence will be tolerated. Police have formed a special investigation team (SIT) to probe the death of 14 children, officials said on Sunday. Dr Praveen Soni from Chhindwara has been arrested for alleged negligence, while a case has been registered against the Coldrif cough syrup manufacturing company. The government has banned the sale of Coldrif cough syrup, manufactured by Sresan Pharmaceutical, Kancheepuram (Tamil Nadu), with officials saying the drug samples have been found to contain a highly toxic substance. Of the children who died, 11 were from Parasia sub-division, two from Chhindwara city, and one from Chaurai tehsil. Eight children are being treated in Nagpur -- four in a government hospital, one at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), and three in private facilities, according to officials. Meanwhile, Leader of Opposition in the Madhya Pradesh Assembly, Umang Singhar, on Monday slammed Chief Minister Mohan Yadav and Health Minister Rajendra Shukla over the deaths of children in Chhindwara after allegedly consuming a contaminated cough syrup. He demanded an ex-gratia of Rs 10 lakh each for the victims and a job for their families, and questioned CM Mohan Yadav for not taking action against the Drug Controller. Singhar criticised the Madhya Pradesh government over the deaths of 14 children in Chhindwara linked to an allegedly toxic cough syrup. He said, The company has been banned, but why is the doctor being targeted? The Drug Controller, responsible for overseeing manufacturers, should be held accountable. He urged the Chief Minister to act immediately, summon the Health Minister, conduct a judicial inquiry, provide compensation to each victim, and offer jobs to their family members. Earlier, former CM Kamal Nath demanded a Supreme Court-monitored SIT probe, standardized testing of all suspected cough syrups, and strict action against those responsible. (With inputs from PTI, ANI)

Coldrif row: 14 MP kids given banned cough syrup fighting for life in Maharashtra hospitals

Fourteen children from Madhya Pradesh's Chhindwara district are critically ill in Nagpur hospitals after consuming the banned Coldrif cough syrup, which caused renal failure. Six earlier deaths at GMCH-Nagpur were confirmed due to diethylene glycol (DEG) toxicity from the contaminated syrup. Maharashtra has banned Coldrif, and Nagpur authorities are advising against prescribing cough syrups to young children.

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Centre holds high-level meeting on cough syrup deaths to strengthen drug quality assurance

NEW DELHI: In response to concerns about the deaths of children due to substandard cough syrups in Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh, the central government swung into action as the Union Health Ministry held a high-level meeting on Sunday with all the States and Union Territories to ensure compliance with drug quality standards. At least 16 children have died in Madhya Pradesh, and two in Rajasthan, allegedly linked to contaminated cough syrups. The meeting, which was held by Union Health Secretary Punya Salila Srivastava, discussed three key points, including compliance with general statutory rules regarding quality standards in drug manufacturing, rational use of cough syrup for children and strengthening the regulation of retail pharmacies. The Metropolitan Surveillance Unit (MSU), Nagpur, established under the Pradhan MantriAyushman Bharat Health Infrastructure Mission (PM-ABHIM), had reported a cluster of cases and related deaths to the Integrated Disease Surveillance Programme of the National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) from a Block in Chhindwara District of Madhya Pradesh. Taking cognisance of the situation, a Central team of experts comprising epidemiologists, microbiologists, entomologists and drug inspectors from NCDC, National Institute of Virology (NIV) and Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) visited Chhindwara and Nagpur and undertook a detailed analysis of the reported cases and deaths in coordination with Madhya Pradesh State Authorities. Coldrif syrup deaths: MP doctor arrested, SIT to exhume child's body for evidence Various clinical, environmental, entomological, and drug samples were collected and sent to NIV Pune, Central Drug Laboratory (CDL) Mumbai, and NEERI Nagpur for laboratory testing, said a statement by the Union Health ministry, adding that Preliminary findings ruled out common infectious diseases except for one positive case of Leptospirrosis. Nineteen medicine samples, which children had consumed, were collected from treating private practitioners and nearby retail stores. The chemical analysis to date indicates that out of 10 samples analysed, 9 meet the quality standards. However, one of them, viz, cough syrup Coldrif, contains DEG beyond the permissible limit. Subsequently, the Tamil Nadu FDA has taken regulatory action against the unit located in Kancheepuram, Tamil Nadu. The ministry said CDSCO has recommended the cancellation of the manufacturing license based on inspection findings. Criminal proceedings have also been initiated. The Centre has also initiated Risk-Based Inspections across 19 manufacturing units in six states to identify systemic gaps and strengthen quality assurance mechanisms. Dr Rajiv Bahl, Secretary, Department of Health Research, advised that children should not be prescribed cough syrups or any combination of drugs to prevent side effects.

MP reports two more likely child deaths from Coldrif syrup after 11 earlier fatalities

BETUL: Two children from Amla block in Madhya Pradesh's Betul district have died allegedly after taking Coldrif cough syrup, which has been banned now as tests showed presence of a toxic chemical called diethylene glycol, health officials said on Sunday. Amla Block Medical Officer Dr Ashok Narware identified the two children as Kabir (4) son of Kamlesh of Kalmeshwar village, and two-and-a-half-year-old Garmit, son of Nikhlesh of Jamun Bichhua village. They were taken to Parasia in neighbouring Chhindwara district for fever treatment where their condition worsened. It is yet to be confirmed whether the deaths were caused by the syrup. I have been directed to conduct a detailed inquiry and submit a report, Dr Narware said. Both children developed symptoms such as kidney issues and abdominal swelling and were referred from Betul to Bhopal for advanced care. No post-mortem was conducted but reports of severe kidney complications were sent to the Chief Medical and Health Officer (CM&HO), Dr Narware said. Incidentally, Amla is about 150 kilometres from Parasia sub division of Chhindwara where 11 kids have died after allegedly consuming toxic cough syrup. Family members alleged Kabir's death followed the consumption of the syrup prescribed by Parasia-based physician Dr Praveen Soni, who was arrested late Saturday night and suspended from service. As per Parasia police, Soni, despite being a government doctor, was practising at a private clinic and prescribed the syrup. Centre makes U-turn on cough syrup; Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, TN ban it As per Kabir's kin, he was first taken to Dr Soni on August 24 after he complained of fever, and then two doctors in Parasia were consulted when his condition did not improve and the duo indicated kidney complications. The boy was later taken to Nagpur and then to Bhopal, where he died on September 8, they added. Garmit died on October 1 in his village while under treatment, Dr Narware said, adding his family had also consulted Dr Soni earlier. Amla Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) Shailendra Badonia said the administration is gathering detailed information, while Betul Chief Medical and Health Officer Dr Manoj Hurmade said he has sought a detailed report from the BMO. I can conclusively pinpoint the exact cause of the deaths only after I get the report from the BMO. An advisory has been issued directing all private medical stores and Pradhan Mantri Jan Aushadhi Kendras to dispense medicines or syrups only against a registered doctor's prescription, Hurmade said. Sale of medicines without a doctor's advice has been prohibited and drug inspectors have been told to intensify checks and stop the sale of suspicious or unverified drugs, he added. The Tamil Nadu drug control authorities, in their report dated October 2, declared the Coldrif syrup sample (Batch No SR-13; Mfg: May 2025; Exp: April 2027) manufactured by Sresan Pharmaceuticals, Kancheepuram, as adulterated because it contained diethylene glycol (48.6% w/v), a poisonous substance which may render the contents injurious to health. The Tamil Nadu government on Friday banned Coldrif. Following the TN report, the Madhya Pradesh Food and Drug Administration issued instructions to stop further sale and distribution of Coldrif and immediately seize any available stock for investigation under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act. It also ordered that other products manufactured by Sresan Pharmaceuticals be removed from sale pending testing. Tests samples of Coldrif cough syrup found to be 'adulterated': TN food safety dept

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CDSCO launches inspections of drug manufacturing units in six states after cough syrup deaths

NEW DELHI: The Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) has initiated risk-based inspections of drug manufacturing units in six states following the collection of 19 samples, including cough syrups, antipyretics, and antibiotics, in the wake of child deaths in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan allegedly linked to contaminated cough syrups. The inspections cover manufacturing units in Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Gujarat, Tamil Nadu, Madhya Pradesh, and Maharashtra, where the 19 drug samples were produced, sources in the health ministry said. The aim of the inspections, which began on Friday, is to identify gaps that may have led to drug quality failures and to suggest process improvements to prevent such incidents in the future, the ministry added. A multidisciplinary team comprising experts from the National Institute of Virology, Indian Council of Medical Research, National Environmental Engineering Research Institute, CDSCO, and AIIMS-Nagpur continues to analyse the samples to assess the causes of deaths in and around Chhindwara, Madhya Pradesh. So far, six samples tested by CDSCO and three by the Madhya Pradesh Food and Drugs Administration (MPFDA) were found free of Diethylene Glycol (DEG) and Ethylene Glycol (EG), chemicals known to cause severe kidney injury. However, these tested samples were not from the two suspected cough syrups, including Coldrif, which remain under investigation. At the request of the Madhya Pradesh government, the Tamil Nadu Food Safety and Drug Administration tested Coldrif syrup samples from the Sresan Pharma facility in Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu. The results showed DEG levels beyond permissible limits, leading the Tamil Nadu government to ban the sale and order removal of the syrup from the market. Inspections were also conducted at Sresan Pharmas manufacturing facility in Sunguvarchathram, Kanchipuram district, with samples collected for analysis. The Madhya Pradesh government has also requested Himachal Pradesh authorities to test the other suspected cough syrup. On Saturday, the Madhya Pradesh government banned Coldrif syrup, following reports of nine child deaths due to suspected renal failure since September 7. Currently, 13 children, including eight from Chhindwara and Nagpur, are undergoing treatment. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav stated that the sale of Coldrif and other products from the manufacturer has been banned, a state-level investigation team has been formed, and strict action will be taken against the guilty. Kerala has also suspended the sale of Coldrif syrup following concerns raised by other states, though preliminary inquiry revealed the flagged batch was not sold in the state, Kerala Health Minister Veena George clarified. Separately, tests on cough syrups from a Chennai-based company found adulteration, prompting authorities to halt production and demand explanations. In Rajasthan, the state has suspended the drug controller and halted distribution of all 19 medicines from Jaipur-based Kaysons Pharma, following the deaths of 11 children (nine in Madhya Pradesh and two in Rajasthan) allegedly linked to contaminated syrups. Distribution of all other cough syrups containing Dextromethorphan has also been suspended. An expert committee is being constituted to investigate the issue. The Drug Controller General of India advised that cough syrups should only be given to children above five years, and never to those under two years. Drugs potentially harmful to children and pregnant women will now carry clear warning labels. In Uttarakhand, joint teams from the health department and Food Safety and Drug Administration are conducting raids at medical stores, wholesale drug vendors, and hospital pharmacies across all districts. According to the Rajasthan Medical Services Corporation Ltd (RMSCL), over 10,000 Kaysons Pharma drug samples have been tested since 2012, with 42 failing quality standards. As a precaution, the supply of all 19 medicines from the company has been suspended. The Union Health Ministrys DGHS issued an advisory stating that cough and cold medications should not be prescribed for children below two years. For children above five, usage should follow careful clinical evaluation, strict dosing, minimal duration, and avoidance of multi-drug combinations.

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A Bit Of Shock To See Rohit Not Going To Australia As Captain, Says Harbhajan Singh

ICC Champions Trophy: Former India spinner Harbhajan Singh says that seeing Rohit Sharma going to Australia for the ODI series solely as a player and not as a captain is a bit of a shocker. Notably, Shubman Gill replaced the Mumbai batter as the ODI captain when the BCCI announced the squads for the Australia tour. Speaking on JioHotstar after the conclusion of the first Test between India and West Indies, Harbhajan Singh shared his thoughts on Shubman Gills appointment as ODI captain: Congratulations to Shubman Gill. Obviously, he has been leading the team well in Test cricket, and now hes been given another responsibility: to lead the ODI side as well. Of course, Rohit has been replaced as captain by Shubman, and Rohit is someone who holds a very good record in white-ball cricket. To be honest, its a bit of a shock for me to see Rohit not being the captain. If youre selecting Rohit Sharma, select him as captain, because he just recently won you the ICC Champions Trophy. Rohit has been one of the pillars of Indian cricket when it comes to white-ball formats. I think he should have been given at least this tour. If the selectors are thinking about the 2027 ODI World Cup, its still far away. Shubman has a lot of time to grow into the role of ODI captain. Im happy for Shubman; hes got this opportunity, but it could have been delayed a little. He could have waited six to eight months or even a year before taking over. Im happy for Shubman, but at the same time, Im a bit disappointed for Rohit Sharma not being the captain. Going forward, Rohit will be seen playing only one format, the ODIs, without any leadership roles assigned. Notably, the Nagpur-born retired from Tests and T20Is, with Gill and Suryakumar Yadav replacing him as captain in the two formats, respectively. Speaking about Rohits role in the team in the future, Harbhajan said: If you look at Rohits ODI record, hes averaging almost close to 50. That shows how consistent hes been and what he brings to the table as an opener. Theres no doubt about his performances and his approach when it comes to playing for India. Hes been a phenomenal player, and that will not change. He will continue to bat the way he always has and continue to be a leader in the team, irrespective of whether hes captain or not. Hell keep giving advice to Shubman or anyone else whenever needed. As a batter, Rohit wont change his approach. Hell remain as fearless as ever, and so will Virat Kohli. These two top players will continue to drive Indian cricket forward, and were all looking forward to seeing them win matches for Team India. Another notable development that took place on Saturday was Shreyas Iyers appointment as Gills deputy in the 50-over format. Iyer, who the BCCI recently granted a six-month break from red-ball cricket, will now be seen taking on a leadership role as India take on Australia. Speaking on Iyers appointment as vice-captain, the former spinner said: Im very happy for Shreyas Iyer. Hes one of those guys who hardly gets the credit he deserves. We talk about that World Cup in India, he scored back-to-back centuries, and with what pace! Hes an impact player; when he gets going, he makes things easy for the dressing room and the other batters. Im very happy that hes back in the scheme of things, not just as a player but with a bigger responsibility as vice-captain. Im looking forward to seeing him back and to see what he brings to the table in terms of ideas and how he and Shubman Gill take this team forward. Parthiv Patel also spoke on Shubman Gill being handed the ODI captaincy and said, Clearly, India is looking at the 2027 ODI World Cup. Rohit and Virat are both still in the team, but this is a great sign for Indian cricket. Rohit has left behind a strong legacy. Hes been an outstanding captain for India. He inspired a lot of young players with his calmness and brought great stability. Now, India is looking forward to a young captain. They did the same with Shubman Gill in Test cricket. I think his success in England as Test captain would have influenced this decision. There were question marks earlier over whether Shubman was the future captain, but hes now given that assurance to the selectors and team management. Its a great sign; exciting times for Indian cricket ahead, he said. The former wicketkeeper-batter further shed light on the thinking behind the decision to name Gill the new captain, saying: There has to be a thought process behind this decision. Going forward, before 2027, there wont be many ODI matches, and you want your core squad to play together under one captain. You dont want to be searching for a new leader at the end of 2026. This is a progressive step. In 2007, when MS Dhoni became captain, he had seniors like Sachin Tendulkar, Sehwag, Harbhajan Singh, and Gautam Gambhir with him. Then Virat Kohli had Dhonis experience behind him. Similarly, Shubman will have Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli to guide him through this phase. This is how you build a team, and thats why appointing Shubman Gill as the new ODI captain makes perfect sense. Now, India is looking forward to a young captain. They did the same with Shubman Gill in Test cricket. I think his success in England as Test captain would have influenced this decision. There were question marks earlier over whether Shubman was the future captain, but hes now given that assurance to the selectors and team management. Its a great sign; exciting times for Indian cricket ahead, he said. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Without a doubt, India has always been a very dominant force at home and rightly so. Weve won all the series weve played since 2012, except the one against New Zealand. India had to show that they are a dominant side. Theyre the number-one side in world cricket at this point in time across formats, at least in terms of the way theyre playing. Ranking-wise, they may not be number one, but whoevers coming to India knows whats coming. India had to show whos the boss, and thats exactly what they did today. Article Source: IANS

Nitin Gadkari seeks modernisation in air traffic control, aviation sector

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MP bans Coldrif cough syrup after nine children die of suspected kidney failure within a month

BHOPAL: The Madhya Pradesh government on Saturday banned the sale of Coldrif syrup following the deaths of nine children due to suspected kidney infections in Chhindwara district since 7 September. The deaths of children in Chhindwara due to Coldrif syrup are extremely tragic. The sale of this syrup has been banned across Madhya Pradesh. A ban is also being imposed on other products manufactured by the same company, Chief Minister Mohan Yadav stated on X. The syrup was produced at a factory in Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu. Following the incident, the Madhya Pradesh government requested the Tamil Nadu government to conduct an inquiry. The investigation report was received this morning, and strict action has been taken, Yadav said. In response to the tragedy, action has also been initiated at the local level. A team has been constituted at the state level to further investigate the matter. The Chief Minister added that those found guilty would not be spared. According to officials, nine children have died since 7 September due to suspected renal failure. At present, 13 children including eight from Chhindwara and Nagpur are undergoing treatment. Tamil Nadu bans Coldrif cough syrup after death of eight children in Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan

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An Indian family's European getaway turned tragic on Thursday, with a businessman and his wife losing their lives in a road accident in Italy.

Centre warns against cough syrups for children under 2 years after deaths in two states

The Centre has issued an advisory to all states and Union Territories, directing that cough and cold medications should not be prescribed to children under the age of two years. The advisory, issued by the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS), comes amid reports of child deaths allegedly linked to contaminated cough syrups in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan . Meanwhile, the Union Health Ministry noted none of the tested syrup samples in Madhya Pradesh contained Diethylene Glycol (DEG) or Ethylene Glycol (EG) -- contaminants that are known to cause serious kidney injury . The DGHS, which comes under the health ministry, said in the advisory that cough syrups are generally not recommended for children below five years. For those older, their use should be based on careful clinical evaluation, close supervision, strict adherence to appropriate dosing, the shortest effective duration, and avoiding multiple drug combinations, it said. Further, people may also be sensitised regarding adherence to prescriptions by doctors, the advisory issued by Dr Sunita Sharma of the DGHS said. It reiterated judicious and rational prescribing and dispensing of cough syrups for children. Most acute cough illnesses in children are self-limiting and often resolve without pharmacological intervention. Non-pharmacological measures, including adequate hydration, rest, and supportive measures, should be the first-line approach, it said. Acute renal failure caused deaths of nine kids after suspected cough syrup poisoning in MP The advisory asked all healthcare facilities and clinical establishments to ensure the procurement and dispensing of products manufactured under Good Manufacturing Practices and formulated with pharmaceutical-grade excipients. Sensitisation of prescribers and dispensers across public and private sectors is essential to uphold these standards of care. It is requested that all state/UT Health Departments, District Health Authorities, and all Clinical Establishments/healthcare facilities under your jurisdiction should implement and disseminate this advisory across government dispensaries, PHCs, CHCs, district hospitals, and medical institutions, the advisory said. Earlier in the day, the health ministry said a joint team comprising representatives from the National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC), National Institute of Virology (NIV), Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), among others, visited the site in Madhya Pradesh to collect samples of various cough syrups amid reports linking the recent deaths of children to the consumption of cough syrups. According to the test results, none of the samples contained Diethylene Glycol (DEG) or Ethylene Glycol (EG), contaminants that are known to cause serious kidney injury, the ministry said. The Madhya Pradesh State Food and Drug Administration (SFDA) also tested three samples and confirmed the absence of DEG/EG, it added. Further, blood/CSF samples were tested by the National Institute of Virology (NIV), Pune, for common pathogens. One case was found positive for Leptospirosis, the ministry said. Samples of water, entomological vectors, and respiratory specimens are under further investigation by National Environmental Engineering Research Institute (NEERI), NIV Pune, and other laboratories, it said. A multi-disciplinary team comprising experts from the National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC), NIV, Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), AIIMS-Nagpur, and state health authorities is investigating all possible causes behind the reported cases. On reports of two child deaths in Rajasthan because of contaminated cough syrup consumption, the ministry clarified that the product in question does not contain Propylene Glycol -- a possible source of DEG/EG contamination, it said. Additionally, the product under reference is a Dextromethorphan-based formulation, which is not recommended for paediatric use, it said. Tamil Nadu bans Coldrif cough syrup after death of eight children in Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan

2 Indians Killed In Accident Near Italy's Grosseto

Two Indian nationals from Nagpur have died in an accident near Grosseto in Italy, the Indian Embassy in Italy said on Friday.

Acute renal failure caused deaths of nine kids after suspected cough syrup poisoning in MP

BHOPAL: Children under five in Madhya Pradeshs Chhindwara district are continuing to die of acute kidney failure after being prescribed a combination of medicines, including two common cough syrups , by local doctors. With three more deaths over the last few days, the death toll has increased from six to nine , while at least three other kids under treatment at a hospital in neighbouring Nagpur (Maharashtra) are battling for life with dialysis and ventilator support. Since September 4, nine kids, including Shivam Rathore, Vidhi, Adnan, Usaid, Rishika, Hitansh, Chanchlesh, Vikas and Sandhya, have died. 13 other kids have been under treatment in hospitals in Chhindwara and Nagpur, sub-divisional magistrate (SDM-Parasia) Shubham Kumar Yadav said on Friday. Out of the five kids who were admitted at the Chhindwara District Hospital, one has been discharged after full recovery, while two others are on the path of recovery. The two remaining kids are still under intensive treatment. In Nagpur, out of the eight hospitalised kids, the condition of three kids remains highly critical, as they are currently on dialysis and ventilator support, the SDM said. He added that, according to biopsy reports of the children who died in Nagpur hospitals, Acute Kidney Injury (AKI), and not Acute Encephalitis Syndrome (AES), appears to have caused their deaths. Detailed tests of water and other samples from the areas where the children lived, conducted by premier institutions including the National Institute of Virology (NIV-Pune), ruled out contaminated water, vector-borne diseases, or rats as causes of the health issues. Analysis of the childrens medical histories showed that the cough syrups were common across cases. Six children die in three weeks in Madhya Pradesh; cough syrup poisoning suspected A report from the Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in 2022, showed that some chemical toxicity of cough syrups manufactured in India had caused similar fatalities in Gambia. With a similar pattern emerging here also, an advisory was issued to restrain the use and prescription of the two concerned cough syrups in the entire Chhindwara district, Yadav maintained. Echoing similar concerns, Dr Pawan Nandurkar, the paediatrician at the Chhindwara District Hospital, said, The biopsy reports of the kids who died during treatment at hospitals in Nagpur, have revealed that there has been some toxin-mediated injury to the kidneys. Analysis of the medical history of patients (including the kids who died) reveals that in 80% cases, the cough syrup Coldrif was administered to the kids. Old pharmacological researches suggest the possibility of such a cough syrup with a chemical Diethylene Glycol (DEG) or Ethylene Glycol (EG),. Suspecting chemical contamination in the cough syrup and its possible link to kidney damage, causing the deaths, the district administration issued an advisory banning the use, sale, and prescription of such cold cough syrups. Doctors have been advised to avoid prescribing combination medicines, use injections cautiously due to potential kidney impact, and conduct kidney function tests immediately if any child shows signs of urinary problems. Approximately 15-16 kids were referred to hospitals in Nagpur over the last few days, out of which six died. Three to four are stated critical there, while a new patient has been sent there today, Dr Nandurkar said. Meanwhile, the states Deputy Chief Minister and Health Minister, Dr Rajendra Shukla, who had recently stated that cough syrups were not linked to the childrens deaths, spoke to the media on the issue again on Friday. Samples of 12 medicines have been sent for testing, out of which reports of three medicines dont suggest anything in them which couldve caused the deaths of the kids. The reports of the remaining nine medicines will be with us by tonight, before which it cannot be concluded what actually caused the death. No banned syrup can be sold in the market, but sometimes some batches of any medicine could cause problems, but before the test reports dont come to us, nothing can be said. Meanwhile, as per reports from Chhindwara district, most of the kids (who died) were administered preliminary treatment in Parasia area (coal belt) of Chhindwara by a common medical practitioner, Ravindra Soni (a government doctor posted at Parasia Community Health Centre who also runs a private clinic). Soni doctor (Ravindra Soni) prescribed the medicines, including cough syrups, to our children and also administered injections to them. But instead of improving, their condition worsened, ultimately compelling us to rush them to Nagpur, where they died later, parents of deceased Adnan, Usaid and Vikas told journalists in Chhindwara on Friday.

Health Ministry finds no toxic contaminants in cough syrups after deaths of 9 children in MP

CHHINDWARA: Drug control officials have found no trace of contaminants, or even Diethylene Glycol (DEG) or Ethylene Glycol (EG), which are known to cause kidney injury in the samples of coup syrups collected after the death of atleast nine children in Madhya Pradesh's Chhindwara, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare said on Friday. While the Ministry clarified on possible contamination of cough syrups, a multi-disciplinary expert team is also investigating all other possible causes for the deaths, with samples of water, entomological vectors, and respiratory specimens also being investigated. According to an official statement, a joint team consisting of representatives from National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC), National Institute of Virology (NIV), Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), and others visited the site of the incident in Madhya Pradesh and collected various samples in coordination with state authorities. As per the test results, none of the samples contained Diethylene Glycol (DEG) or Ethylene Glycol (EG), contaminants that are known to cause serious kidney injury, an official statement read. The Madhya Pradesh State Food and Drug Administration (SFDA) also tested three samples and confirmed absence of DEG/EG. NIV Pune also tested blood/CSF samples for common pathogens, in which one case was found to be positive for Leptospirosis, which is a bacterial infection spread commonly through contaminated water. Samples of water, entomological vectors, and respiratory specimens are under further investigation by NEERI, NIV Pune, and other laboratories. A multi-disciplinary team comprising experts from NCDC, NIV, ICMR, AIIMS Nagpur, and state health authorities is investigating all possible causes behind the reported cases. As regards the reports related to two deaths of children in Rajasthan because of contaminated cough syrup consumption, it has been clarified that the product in question does not contain Propylene Glycol, which can be potential source of contaminants, DEG/EG, read the statement. The Ministry has also issued an advisory to all states and Union Territories on ational use of cough syrups in paediatric population. Additionally, the product under reference is a dextromethorphan-based formulation, which is not recommended for paediatric use. It may be mentioned that the Director General of Health Services (DGHS) in Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, has issued an advisory to all States and Union Territories on rational use of cough syrups in paediatric population, the statement read. Earlier in the day, multiple drug control officers from Delhi and Chennai investigated the manufacturing unit of a Pharmaceutical Factory in Tamil Nadu's Sunguvarchatram after the death of multiple children in Madhya Pradesh. The probe was initiated after Madhya Pradesh State Food and Drug Controller Dinesh Kumar Maurya requested the Tamil Nadu State Drug Control Department to inspect and take action against the Srisan Pharmaceutical Factory located in Kancheepuram. According to the families of the affected children, initially, the children suffered from colds, coughs, and fevers. After that, their kidneys become affected, and their condition worsens. The Chief Medical and Health Officer (CMHO), Dr Naresh Gunnade, said that authorities from the Centre and the State were called to probe the reason behind the kidney failures.

Bhagwat warns of forces wanting to create disturbance in Bharat

Cites Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bangladesh crises NAGPUR: Citing the recent crises in neighbouring Sri Lanka, Nepal, and Bangladesh where public anger led to an abrupt regime change, Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) Chief Mohan Bhagwat on Thursday warned that forces wanting to create such disturbances in Bharat are active inside and outside the country. Addressing the []

Ambedkar at the heart of RSS' centenary foundation day programme in Nagpur

On the RSS centenary, both chief Mohan Bhagwat and former president Ram Nath Kovind invoked Dalit icon BR Ambedkars ideas to highlight social unity and ideological alignment. Bhagwat cited Ambedkar to stress Indias inherent cultural unity and warn against forces causing unrest, while Kovind referred to Ambedkar and RSS founder KB Hedgewar as nation builders, noting the Sanghs emphasis on Ambedkarite principles alongside its own ideology.

RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat cautions against disrespecting faiths and icons

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat, in his Vijayadashmi address in Nagpur, emphasized social unity amid Indias cultural diversity, urging respect for all beliefs, icons, and places of worship and warning against violence or provocations.

Gandhiji admired absence of caste bias in RSS working: Ram Nath Kovind

Addressing the RSS annual Vijayadashmi rally at Reshimbagh Ground in Nagpur as the chief guest, Kovind said the organisation has stood for social equality and harmony since its inception in 1925. The rally this year also marked the centenary celebrations of the RSS

Over 100 Years, RSS Resisted Greed, Focused On Character Building: Bhagwat

Nagpur, Oct 2: RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat on Thursday said the Sangh, despite being lured by greed and invited to join politics, has stuck to its core mission of vyakti nirman (character building) for the past 100 years. Addressing swayamsevaks at the annual Vijayadashmi event in Nagpur, which also marked the centenary of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), Bhagwat said his speech aimed to share conclusions drawn from the organisations century-long experience. He stressed the need for gradual, step-by-step reforms [] The post Over 100 Years, RSS Resisted Greed, Focused On Character Building: Bhagwat appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Former Prez Kovind recalls Gandhis praise for RSS discipline and social equality

Nagpur, Oct 2: Former President Ram Nath Kovind today lauded the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) for its century-long work in nation-building, recalling Mahatma Gandhis remarks on the discipline and social equality observed in the organisation. The former President who was the chief guest at the RSSs annual Vijayadashami celebration here, cited Gandhis visit to an [] The post Former Prez Kovind recalls Gandhis praise for RSS discipline and social equality appeared first on Northlines .

RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat Performs 'Shastra Puja' On Occasion Of Vijayadashmi

Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat on Thursday performed Shastra Puja' on the occasion of the organisation's Vijayadashmi Utsav in Nagpur.

RSS Chief hails Op Sindoor, Calls for Self-Reliant India at Vijayadashmi Rally

Nagpur, Oct 2: Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat on Thursday lauded the government of India for giving a fitting response through Operation Sindoor after the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack that claimed the lives of 26 tourists. Addressing the RSSs annual Vijayadashmi rally, which this year also marked the centenary of the organisation, [] The post RSS Chief hails Op Sindoor, Calls for Self-Reliant India at Vijayadashmi Rally appeared first on Northlines .

Democracy only path to change, says RSS chief amid unrest in neighbouring nations

Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat on Thursday expressed concern over the recent political upheavals in Indias neighbouring countries, attributing them to growing public anger and disconnection between governments and citizens. Speaking at the annual Vijayadashmi rally in Nagpur, Bhagwat cited regime changes in Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and Nepal, particularly highlighting the Gen Z-driven unrest as warnings of what can happen when governments fail to remain people-oriented and responsive. Such violent uprisings may bring down regimes, but they do not lead to meaningful or lasting transformation. Only democratic means can truly change society, he said, warning that both internal and external forces were attempting to stoke similar unrest in India. He stressed that global powers often exploit such instability for their own strategic gains. India shares deep-rooted cultural and civilisational ties with its neighbours. Their peace, prosperity, and stability are in our natural interest, not just geopolitical, Bhagwat said. Recalling a terror attack in Pahalgam where 26 tourists were killed, he praised the Indian governments firm response and the unity shown by the armed forces and citizens. Bhagwat said Naxalites had taken advantage of exploitation, injustice and lack of development in certain pockets, but these obstacles have now been removed. A comprehensive action plan is required to ensure justice, development, goodwill, empathy, and harmony in these areas, he said. (With inputs from PTI) No substitute for 'swadeshi' and 'swavalamban': RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat

No substitute for 'swadeshi' and 'swavalamban': RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat on Thursday stressed the importance of self-reliance and indigenous development, asserting that swadeshi and swavalamban have no substitutes in Indias path forward. Speaking at the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sanghs centenary meeting in Nagpur, Bhagwat said that while global interdependence is a reality, it should not become a compulsion. The world operates through mutual interdependence, but we must ensure that it does not dictate our choices. We must be aatmanirbhar and act according to our own will, he said. Bhagwat pointed to the United States tariff policies, driven by self-interest, and said such moves do not threaten India. Instead, he highlighted the growing zeal among Indians, particularly youth and industry leaders, to see the country emerge as a global leader. However, he cautioned against flaws in the prevailing global economic order, citing widening inequality, concentration of wealth, environmental degradation, and a shift toward transactionalism over human connection. These are signs that the system needs to be rethought, he said. (With inputs from PTI)

'Call Yourself...': RSS Chief's Suggestion For Those Who Don't Want To Call Themselves Hindus

His remarks came during the RSSs annual Vijayadashmi rally in Nagpur, which also marked the centenary of the organisation.

Good people shying away from politics: Ex-president Kovind

Former President Ramnath Kovind spoke at the RSS Vijayadashmi rally in Nagpur. He urged young people to enter politics, observing good individuals stay away. Kovind drew inspiration from Dr Ambedkar and Dr Hedgewar. He affirmed RSS fosters national unity and social harmony. The rally celebrated the RSS centenary. Kovind announced his book 'Triumph of the Indian Republic'.

Vivek Gupta elected President of Indian Newspaper Society

Vivek Gupta of Sanmarg , a Hindi daily headquartered in Kolkata, has been elected President of the Indian Newspaper Society (INS) for 202526. The INS is the apex body of publishers of newspapers, magazines, and periodicals in India. Gupta was elected at the 86th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the INS, held on Thursday through video conferencing and other audio-visual means. He succeeds M.V. Shreyams Kumar of Mathrubhumi . The AGM also confirmed other key appointments. Karan Rajendra Darda of Lokmat was elected Deputy President, Tanmay Maheshwari of Amar Ujala was named Vice-President, and Anant Nath of Grihshobhika was appointed Honorary Treasurer of the Society for 202526. Mary Paul is the Secretary-General of the Society. Having previously served as vice president and honorary treasurer of INS, Gupta became the first president from eastern India to helm the organisation in 32 years, a statement from INS said. In his presidential address, Kumar lauded the indomitable resilience of the Indian newspaper industry amid global adversities, particularly in Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities. The members of the Executive Committee of the INS for the year 2025-26 are, S Balasubramanian Adityan (Daily Thanthi), Girish Agarwal (Dainik Bhaskar, Bhopal), Samahit Bal (Pragativadi), Samudra Bhattacharya (Hindustan Times, Patna), Hormusji N. Cama (Bombay Samachar), Gaurav Chopra (Filmi Duniya), Vijay Kumar Chopra (Punjab Kesari, Jalandhar), Vijay Jawaharlal Darda (Lokmat, Nagpur), Jagjit Singh Dardi (Charhdikala Daily), Pallavi S. Dempo (The Navhind Times), Viveck Goenka (The Indian Express, Mumbai), Mahendra Mohan Gupta (Dainik Jagran), Yogesh P. Jadhav (Pudhari), Pratap G. Pawar (Sakal), Sowbhagyalakshmi Kanekal Tilak (Mayura), and Mohit Jain (Economic Times).

Other Nations Positions After Pahalgam Attack Showed Who Indias Friends Are: Bhagwat

Nagpur, Oct 2: Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh chief Mohan Bhagwat on Thursday said the positions taken by various countries after the Pahalgam terror attack showed the nature and extent of their friendship with India. He was speaking at the RSSs annual Vijayadashmi rally, which also marked the centenary of the organisation. The RSS was founded on Dussehra (September 27) in 1925 in Nagpur by Keshav Baliram Hedgewar, a physician from Maharashtra. Even though we maintain friendly relations with other countries, and [] The post Other Nations Positions After Pahalgam Attack Showed Who Indias Friends Are: Bhagwat appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

'Journey Will Be Written In Golden Letters': Amit Shah Hails RSS On Centenary Year

Amit Shah congratulated RSS on its 100th year, praising its legacy. It was founded by Keshav Baliram Hedgewar in Nagpur in 1925.

RSS: A Century of Service, Sacrifice and Nation-Building

Rajnath Singh When Dr. Keshav Baliram Hedgewar founded the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) in Nagpur on September 27, 1925, few could have imagined the remarkable journey it would embark on over the years. The RSS today stands as a living epitome of selfless service that has shaped Indias social fabric, defended its sovereignty, empowered its vulnerable communities, and also nurtured timeless civilizational values. Today, as the RSS celebrates its centenary, it is worthwhile to revisit its journey. At a recent [] The post RSS: A Century of Service, Sacrifice and Nation-Building appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

RSS centenary marked with coin, stamp release; opposition criticise depiction of Bharat Mata in currency

NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday unveiled a Rs 100 commemorative coin featuring Bharat Mata on Indian currency for the first time, along with a postage stamp, to mark the centenary of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS). The move has sparked criticism from opposition parties, including the Congress and the Left, who accused the government of promoting the RSSs ideological agenda. The event, organised by the Ministry of Culture, comes a day ahead of the formal launch of RSSs centenary celebrations, which traditionally begin on Vijayadashami in Nagpur. The coin portrays Bharat Mata in Varada Mudra (gesture of giving), standing on a lotus with a lion beside her, holding the RSS flag. Three swayamsevaks are seen bowing before her in devotion. The coin also features the RSS motto: Rashtray Swaha, Idam Rashtraya, Idam Na Mama (Everything is dedicated to the nation, everything is the nation's; nothing is mine), with the years 19252025 inscribed to mark 100 years of the organisation. Alongside the coin, a Rs 500 commemorative postal stamp was released showing RSS volunteers participating in the 1963 Republic Day Parade, with a secondary image depicting them engaged in social work. The stamp bears the motto: Rashtra Bhakti Seva Anushashan (Service to the Nation Patriotism Discipline). Speaking at the launch, Prime Minister Modi praised the RSS for its role in nation-building. For the first time in independent Indias history, Bharat Mata appears on our currency. This is a moment of great pride and historical significance, he said. The Sangh has fought against the atrocities of the British. Its only interest has always been love for the nation. Modi also said that RSS volunteers had sheltered freedom fighters and that many were jailed during the independence movement. Despite being attacked and vilified, the Sangh never responded with bitterness. It has worked silently for society under the principle of 'Nation First', he said. The announcement triggered a strong reaction from Opposition parties, particularly the Congress and the Left, who called the move a misuse of state apparatus to promote the ideological agenda of the RSS. The Communist Party of India (Marxist) said the release of the coin and stamp was a grave injury and insult to the Constitution, which it claimed the RSS had never accepted. In a statement, the CPI(M) Politburo said, It is highly objectionable that an official coin should replicate the 'Bharat Mata' image of a Hindu goddess promoted by the RSS as a symbol of its sectarian concept of a Hindutva Rashtra. It also accused the government of falsifying history by showing RSS volunteers at the 1963 Republic Day Parade. Congress leader Jairam Ramesh also questioned the glorification of the RSS, pointing to Sardar Patels documented criticism of the organisation following Mahatma Gandhis assassination. Is the Prime Minister aware of what Sardar Patel wrote to Syama Prasad Mookerjee in 1948 about the RSS? Ramesh posted on X. The Congress further stressed that the RSS did not participate in the freedom struggle and stood apart from the values of Indias anti-colonial movement. BJP leaders, on the other hand, hailed the release as a recognition of a century of service. BJP Mahila Morcha president Vanathi Srinivasan said, This is a proud moment. For the first time, Bharat Mata appears on our currency. The coin and stamp honour the contribution of the RSS over the past hundred years. Children deserve to be taught history, not propaganda: Congress on teaching about RSS in schools

From Hedgewar to Mohan Bhagwat: 100 years, 6 RSS sarsanghchalaks and their vision

Since its founding on Dussehra in 1925 by Keshav Baliram Hedgewar in Nagpur, the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) has grown from a single branch into a nationwide organisation with over 83,000 shakhas (branches).

Six children die in three weeks in Madhya Pradesh; cough syrup poisoning suspected

BHOPAL: Authorities in Madhya Pradeshs Chhindwara district have issued an advisory restricting the prescription, sale, and use of at least two cough syrups after six children, aged one to seven, reportedly died between September 4 and 26 from kidney-related complications and anuria. Analysis of the medicines administered to the six minors found two cough syrups in common. With samples of the syrups sent for detailed testing, the district administration has advised doctors to refrain from prescribing them and has restricted their sale and use. Till the time test reports of the syrup samples are out, an advisory has been issued to restrain the use, sale and prescription of those syrups. Doctors in the district have also been advised strictly to prescribe only symptom-specific medicines, like prescribing just Paracetamol for fever, instead of prescribing a wide spectrum of medicines, including those for cough and cold, Chhindwara district collector Sheelendra Singh told TNIE on Wednesday. The six children, aged between one and seven, from different parts of the Parasia area (also known as Koylanchal for its coal mining activity), initially suffered from cold and mild fever. Local doctors prescribed routine medications, including cough syrups. After taking the medicines, the children initially appeared to recover, but within days their symptoms returned, accompanied by a sharp decline in urine output. Most of the children who later died from kidney-related complications were admitted to private hospitals in nearby Nagpur, Maharashtra. The children only had mild fever and cold, but after the cough syrup was administered to them, their condition worsened, resulting in the stoppage of urine and associated complications, like swelling in the body, regular bouts of vomiting, ultimately resulting in deaths, one of the grieving parents said. Chhindwara district chief medical and health officer Naresh Gonare said, The blood and cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) samples of the minors who died in hospitals at Nagpur, were sent for virology tests. But the tests didnt reveal any vector-borne/viral ailment, like Japanese Encephalitis or Chandipura virus. Anuria (alarming decline in urine output caused by kidney malfunction) seemed to be the common problem in all six kids who died. Suspicion of toxicity and contamination in the cough syrups subsequently arose, prompting authorities to send samples to Bhopal for detailed analysis, official sources said. Unconfirmed reports indicate kidney biopsies of the deceased children revealed the presence of diethylene glycol, a toxic chemical often linked to pharmaceutical poisoning. Water samples from affected areas are also being sent to a national-level testing laboratory for analysis. Teams from the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) and National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) are in Chhindwara to investigate the deaths, which may be linked to contaminated cough syrups. Rapid Response Teams (RRTs) of the state health department are also conducting door-to-door screening and surveillance of residents for similar health problems. No new case has been reported in the last 24 hours from anywhere, the Chhindwara district collector said. The ICMR team has sent samples from the children and the medicines to the National Institute of Virology (NIV) in Pune for further analysis.

Cough syrup poisoning suspected as six children die in three weeks in Madhya Pradesh; prescription restricted

BHOPAL: Authorities in Madhya Pradeshs Chhindwara district have issued an advisory restricting the prescription, sale, and use of at least two cough syrups after six children, aged one to seven, reportedly died between September 4 and 26 from kidney-related complications and anuria. Based on the analysis of the medicines administered to the six minors (aged between one and seven years), two cough syrups have been found to be common. With the samples of the concerned cough syrups having already been sent for detailed analysis, the district administration has issued an advisory which restrains the prescription of those cough syrups by doctors as well as the sale and use of those syrups. Till the time test reports of the syrup samples are out, an advisory has been issued to restrain the use, sale and prescription of those syrups. Doctors in the district have also been advised strictly to prescribe only symptom-specific medicines, like prescribing just Paracetamol for fever, instead of prescribing a wide spectrum of medicines, including those for cough and cold, Chhindwara district collector Sheelendra Singh told the TNIE on Wednesday. The six kids aged between one and seven years, hailing from different parts of the Parasia area (also nicknamed as Koylanchal due to significant coal mining activity) initially were suffering from cold and mild fever. Local doctors prescribed them routine medications, including cough syrups. After administration of the medicines, the children initially seemed to be recovering, but just a few days later, the symptoms not just returned but were coupled with an alarming decrease in urine output. Most of the children who died following kidney-related complications were actually admitted to private hospitals in adjoining Nagpur (Maharashtra). The children only had mild fever and cold, but after the cough syrup was administered to them, their condition worsened, resulting in the stoppage of urine and associated complications, like swelling in the body, regular bouts of vomiting, ultimately resulting in deaths, one of the grieving parents said. According to the Chhindwara district chief medical and health officer Naresh Gonare, The blood and cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) samples of the minors who died in hospitals at Nagpur, were sent for virology tests. But the tests didnt reveal any vector-borne/viral ailment, like Japanese Encephalitis or Chandipura virus. Anuria (alarming decline in urine output caused by kidney malfunction) seemed to be the common problem in all six kids who died. Subsequently, the suspicion of toxicity and contamination of cough syrups cropped up, due to which samples of those syrups have been sent to Bhopal for detailed analysis, official sources in Chhindwara district said. As per unconfirmed reports, the kidney biopsies of the deceased kids, have revealed the presence of diethylene glycol, a toxic chemical often associated with pharmaceutical poisoning. Further water samples from the areas and villages where the cases were reported are being sent for detailed analysis at a national-level testing lab. Meanwhile, teams from the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) and National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) are in the Chhindwara district to probe the deaths of the six children, which possibly happened due to the administration of contaminated cough syrups. Rapid Response Teams (RRTs) of the state health department are also conducting door-to-door screening and surveillance of residents for similar health problems. No new case has been reported in the last 24 hours from anywhere, the Chhindwara district collector maintained. The ICMR team has already sent the samples of children, as well as medicine samples, to the National Institute of Virology (NIV) in Pune for further analysis.

RSS @100: From humble beginning to one of the most influential social organisations

Keshav Baliram Hedgewar founded the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) on September 27, 1925, in Nagpur, initially with small gatherings. The organization grew significantly, inspiring numerous affiliates like the BJP, despite facing three government bans. Celebrating its centenary, the RSS continues its mission to shape India's narrative and promote self-reliance.

Demographic manipulation 'bigger threat' to social harmony than infiltration: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday alleged that demographic manipulation is a bigger threat today to India's social harmony than infiltration. Addressing the centenary celebrations of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), he said that India's soul has always been rooted in unity in diversity and cautioned that if this principle is broken, the country's strength will be diminished. Modi also recalled his August 15 speech and the announcement of his 'Demographic Mission' to protect Indian citizens against infiltrators snatching livelihood of youth targeting our sisters and daughters. The social harmony today has a bigger threat from conspiracy for demographic change than infiltrators which directly impacts internal security and future peace. India today faces challenges that directly target its unity, culture and security, he said. The RSS has consistently prioritized social harmony, Modi said, defining social harmony as establishing social justice by giving precedence to the marginalized and strengthening national unity. The nation today faces challenges that directly target its unity, culture, and security - ranging from separatist ideologies and regionalism to disputes over caste and language and divisive tendencies incited by external forces, he said. MHA to firm up norms for panel on demography and security challenges Asserting that India's soul has always been rooted in unity in diversity, Modi warned that if this principle is broken, India's strength will be diminished. Therefore, he stressed the need to continuously reinforce this foundational ethos. Social harmony today faces a grave challenge from demographic manipulation and infiltration, which directly impacts internal security and future peace.. this concern led me to announce the Demography Mission from the Red Fort, he said. Modi also called for vigilance and resolute action to confront this threat. The centenary celebrations were organised by the Ministry of Culture and attended by RSS general secretary Dattatreya Hosabale, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta and Culture Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat. Founded in 1925 in Nagpur by Keshav Baliram Hedgewar, the RSS was established as a volunteer-based organisation with an aim to foster cultural awareness, discipline, service and social responsibility among citizens. Modi was himself an RSS 'pracharak' and made a mark as an able organiser before being shifted to the BJP, which draws its ideological inspiration from the Hindutva organisation. PM Modi hails RSS' role in nation-building, says it showed no bitterness despite attacks

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PM Modi hails RSS' role in nation-building, says it showed no bitterness despite attacks

NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday lauded the RSS on its centenary celebrations, and said the organisation never displayed any bitterness despite several attacks on it as it continued to work on the principle of nation first. Participating in the centenary celebrations of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) here, Modi highlighted the contribution of the Sangh in nation-building and said it reached every corner of the country with the goal of fostering harmony by removing divisions of caste or creed and spreading the message of an inclusive society. The Sangh has fought against the atrocities of the British. Their only interest has always been love towards the nation, Modi said, adding that Sangh volunteers gave shelter to freedom fighters and its leaders were also jailed during the freedom struggle. The prime minister said there have been numerous attempts to crush the spirit of the RSS by levelling allegations and registering false cases. The RSS has never been bitter, despite attempts to make false cases against them, attempts to ban them, and other challenges, because we are part of a society where we accept both the good and the bad, he said, in an apparent reference to the ban on the RSS after the assassination of Mahatma Gandhi. Modi said even the then RSS chief Madhav Golwalkar was falsely implicated in a case and sent to jail. Yet, when he came out, he said with calm wisdom: 'At times, the tongue may get caught under the teeth, but we do not break teeth', the prime minister said. He said every 'swayamsevak' has unflinching trust in democracy and constitutional institutions, which gave them strength when faced with challenges. When Emergency was imposed, this trust gave strength to every swayamsevak to face it, he said. The prime minister also released a special postage stamp and a commemorative coin to mark the centenary of the RSS. The Rs 100 coin features the national emblem on one side and on the other side it depicts a majestic image of Bharat Mata in Varada Mudra with a lion, while swayamsevaks are shown bowing before her in devotion and dedication, Modi said. For the first time in the history of independent India the image of Bharat Mata has been featured on Indian currency which marks a moment of great pride and historical significance, he said. The prime minister said the foundation of RSS on Vijaya Dashmi 100 years ago was not just a coincidence, it was the resurrection of a tradition which has been continuing for thousands of years. The Sangh has been synonymous with patriotism and service since its inception, he said. Modi asserted that the RSS believes in 'One India, Great India' yet post-Independence attempts were made to prevent it from joining the national mainstream. Unity in diversity has always been the soul of India, if this principle is broken then India will weaken. Despite challenges, the RSS stands strong and is tirelessly serving the nation, he added. The centenary celebrations were organised by the Ministry of Culture and attended by RSS general secretary Dattatreya Hosabale, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta and Culture Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat. Founded in 1925 in Nagpur by Keshav Baliram Hedgewar, the RSS was established as a volunteer-based organisation with an aim to foster cultural awareness, discipline, service and social responsibility among citizens. Modi was himself an RSS 'pracharak' and made a mark as an able organiser before being shifted to the BJP, which draws its ideological inspiration from the Hindutva organisation.

Police close probe into attack on former Maharashtra Minister Anil Deshmukh; declare case as 'false'

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RSS to celebrate centenary with 1,622 public events in Kerala

KOCHI: Kicking off its centenary celebrations, the RSS will organise 1,622 public events and 1,423 pathasanchalans in Kerala on the occasion of Vijayadashami, on Wednesday and Thursday. The national-level celebrations will be held in Nagpur on Thursday, with former President Ram Nath Kovind to be the chief guest. Sarsanghchalak Mohan Bhagwat will deliver the keynote address. Former DGP Jacob Thomas, oncology surgeon Dr Chitrathara, mural artist Rajendran Kartha, Vadakara St Johns Jacobite Syrian Church Vicar Fr Paul Thomas, actor Rupesh Peethambaran, Chinmaya Viswa Vidyapeedam deputy dean Manjula R Aiyer, assistant commandant Surendranath Menon, and former customs commissioner K N Raghavan are among the dignitaries set to attend the RSS centenary celebrations in Ernakulam district on Wednesday. The RSS will organise 122 programmes across the district on the occasion of Vijayadashami. The cadre, in RSS uniform, will take out pathasanchalans or marches at 100 places. The Sangh will launch its mass contact programme, Har Ghar Sampark, in the district on October 5. The south zone will hold 792 public functions and 613 pathasanchalans while the north zone will organise 830 public events and 810 pathasanchalans. The RSS had divided the Kerala state unit into two zones in 2024, considering an increase in the number of units. Districts from Thiruvananthapuram to Ernakulam have been included in south zone while districts from Thrissur to Kasaragod are under north zone.

Congress appoints senior leaders as coordinators for 2026 Maharashtra legislative council polls

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Suspected kidney infection claims life of seventh child in MP's Chhindwara in 30 days

CHHINDWARA: A 4-year-old boy from Chhindwara in Madhya Pradesh has died due to a suspected kidney infection, marking the seventh such child fatality in the district this month, officials said. Authorities have collected different samples from the areas concerned to identify the source of infection, the initial symptoms of which include high fever and difficulty in urinating, they said. The deaths have been reported mainly from Tamia and adjoining Koylanchal areas, about 55 km from the district headquarters, where several other children are undergoing treatment in private hospitals, the officials said on Sunday, as authorities grappled with the rising number of such cases. In the latest case, Vikas Yaduvanshi (4), a resident of Dighawani village in Chhindwara district, died at a hospital in Nagpur in neighbouring Maharashtra on Saturday. His last rites were performed at his native place on Sunday, the officials informed. Chhindwara collector Shailendra Singh said government doctors have been instructed to provide the best possible medical care to children showing symptoms of the infection and remain fully proactive. Patients requiring immediate advanced treatment should be referred to AIIMS Nagpur (about 150 km from the area). If needed, arrangements for the Madhya Pradesh government's 'PM Shri Air Ambulance Service' will be made to airlift patients to save lives, Singh told PTI on Sunday. He said Chief Minister Mohan Yadav spoke to him over the phone and asked him to ensure that patients receive prompt and best treatment. District hospital paediatrician Dr Deepak Patel said seven children -- aged between one and seven years -- have succumbed to the infection so far. A team from the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), New Delhi, recently surveyed the affected areas and collected samples for testing, he added. A health department team from Bhopal also collected water samples from households. These have been sent to a laboratory in Pune. The exact cause of the deaths will be known after reports arrive, Dr Patel said. Acting Chief Medical and Health Officer (CMHO) Naresh Gunnade said the first suspected case of the infection was reported on August 24 followed by the first death on September 7. According to officials, the initial symptoms included high fever and difficulty in urinating. Residents of affected villages remain anxious as authorities continue efforts to identify the source of the infection and curb further casualties. At present, seven children -- three in Chhindwara and four in Nagpur -- are under treatment and their condition is out of danger, stated the officials.

CJI Gavais mother sparks controversy over attendance at RSS centenary event

MUMBAI: A controversy has erupted over whether the mother of Chief Justice of India Bhushan Ramakrishna Gavai will attend a Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) event marking Vijayadashami and the centenary of the organisation in Maharashtras Amravati district on October 5. The RSS had reportedly invited Dr Kamaltai Gavai, wife of late RS Gavai, a former governor, to attend the function as chief guest. The event is scheduled to be held at Srimati Narsamma Mahavidyalaya Maidan in Amravatis Kiran Nagar locality. The centenary celebrations will also include more than one lakh Hindu Sammelans and thousands of symposiums across the country, beginning with RSS chief Mohan Bhagwats annual Vijayadashami address at the organisations Nagpur headquarters on October 2. Kamaltai Gavais name appeared on the invitation card that was printed and distributed. After criticism from Dalit, progressive and secular groups, it was clarified that the name had been included without the consent of the Chief Justice. A letter circulated on social media further stated that Kamaltai was an Ambedkarite and would not attend the RSS programme. The controversy deepened when her other son, Rajendra Gavai, later released a video saying his mother would attend the October 5 event. He said the Gavai family maintained relationships across parties and ideologies, but that did not mean they subscribed to them. Rajendra said his mother had accepted the invitation to attend the Amravati event, which he noted was separate from the main RSS function in Nagpur on October 2. Besides, personal relationships and political relationships are two different things. It does not mean attending an RSS event, leaving our Ambedkarite ideology behind. This is not the case. We strongly believe in our ideology, he said. Defending the decision, he cited the familys ties with leaders including Indira Gandhi, Atal Bihari Vajpayee and Gangadhar Fadnavis, father of Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis. Indira Gandhi had offered the chief minister post to my father, RS Gavai, but he refused to leave his Ambedkarite ideology and join the Congress. Even Sonia Gandhi and Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge offered me a ticket in the Lok Sabha elections, but I denied it for the same reason, he said. He added that some people unhappy with his brothers elevation as Chief Justice of India were spreading false information about the family. But the Gavai family has respected every person, even though he or she belongs to a different ideology. We respect all religions, he said.

Allegations work of powerful lobby hit by ethanol blending of petrol: Gadkari

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Songs of RSS devoted to motherland: Bhagwat

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Karur stampede: What went wrong at Vijay's rally? Police commissioner speaks

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IMD issues red alert for Maharashtra: NDRF deploys six teams for relief ops

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RSS Turns 100, Nationwide Centenary Celebrations Begin

Nagpur, Sept 27: The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) completed 100 years on Saturday, marking a century since its founding by Dr. Keshav Baliram Hedgewar and 17 associates on Vijayadashami, September 27, 1925. A year-long nationwide programme will celebrate the centenary of the organisation, now Indias largest cultural body with over 83,000 shakhas and lakhs of [] The post RSS Turns 100, Nationwide Centenary Celebrations Begin appeared first on Northlines .

RSS Prayer Is Collective Resolve Of Devotion To Motherland: Bhagwat

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SC flags delay in trial of 2016 arson case involving Surendra Gadling; seeks Maharashtra government's explanation

NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Wednesday flagged the delay in trial of a 2016 arson case, involving advocate Surendra Gadling, and asked the Maharashtra government for an explanation. Grilling the prosecuting agency over a person's incarceration without trial, a bench of Justices J K Maheshwari and Vijay Bishnoi enquired about the time frame for the conclusion of trial. Gadling has challenged a January 2023 order of the Nagpur bench of the Bombay High Court which refused to grant him bail in the 2016 Surjagarh iron ore mine arson case. Senior advocate Anand Grover, appearing for Gadling, pointed out his client's incarceration of 6.7 years in the case. At this stage, we want to see what is the material, the bench told Additional Solicitor General S V Raju. The top court flagged his long incarceration as the other issue while seeking an explanation from the prosecution on the point of trial in the case. We require some clarifications on certain issues. What is the reason for delay in trial, the bench asked. The bench was informed that the application for discharge was pending in the case and sought to know the reason for the non-disposal of the plea. The matter was posted for October 29. On December 25, 2016, Maoist rebels allegedly set ablaze 76 vehicles that were being used for transporting iron ore from Surajgarh mines in Maharashtra's Gadchiroli. Gadling is accused of providing aid to Maoists, who were working at the ground level. He was also alleged to have entered into a conspiracy with various co-accused and some of those absconding in the case. He was booked under various provisions of anti-terror law the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act, and the IPC. Gadling was alleged to have provided secret information about government activities and maps of certain areas to underground Maoist rebels. He is accused of having asked the Maoists to oppose the operation of Surjagarh mines, and instigated many locals to join the movement. Gadling is also an accused in the Elgar Parishad-Maoist links case relating to alleged provocative speeches delivered at the Elgar Parishad conclave held in Pune on December 31, 2017 which police claimed triggered violence the next day near the Koregaon-Bhima war memorial in Pune district.

100% rainfall for 20 Maharashtra dists, crops damaged

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RSS@100

Satish Singh Manhas The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), one of the largest universal voluntary organizations is about to celebrate its 100th raising day/ year/anniversary in somewhere around the end in 2025. Founded in 1925 by Dr. Keshav Baliram Hedgewar in Nagpur, the RSS initially began as a small group of around 7 people of different age groups with a vision of uniting India through cultural, social and family cohesion. Over the last century, the organization has grown into a global [] The post RSS@100 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

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Maharashtra: VHP issues diktat for garba; entry based on Aadhaar details

Mumbai/Nagpur: The Vishva Hindu Parishad on Saturday, September 20, said only Hindus should be given entry to garba events marking Navratri and advised organisers to check the Aadhaar card of entrants for identification to avoid instances of love jihad. While Maharashtra minister and senior BJP leader Chandrashekhar Bawankule said organisers have the right to set 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 .

NCP still in Mahayuti due to mutual respect, commitment to Maharashtra's progress: Ajit Pawar

Ajit Pawar affirmed that the Nationalist Congress Party remains within the Mahayuti alliance. He cited mutual respect among partners and dedication to Maharashtra's advancement as reasons. Pawar addressed party leaders at the 'Chintan Shibir' in Nagpur. He emphasized his decision to join the alliance aimed at ensuring stability and progress for the state.

Govt making every possible effort to fully restore highway: Omar

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Musi Revival Will Spur Night Economy in Hyderabad, Says Revanth

Key proposals include Phase-II Metro expansion of 76.4 km with an investment of Rs 24,000 crore, greenfield highways, radial roads between ORR and RRR, new airports at Warangal and Adilabad, and industrial corridors linking Hyderabad to Nagpur, Bengaluru, and Vijayawada.

Nagpur Man, Wife Arrested For Killing Brother, Tried To Pass It Off As Suicide

Police have arrested a man and his wife for allegedly killing his brother in Nagpur and trying to pass it off as a case of accidental death, officials said.

Maharashtra's new policy to promote creative tech sector

The Maharashtra government has unveiled a new policy designed to transform the state into a leading AVGC-XR hub. This initiative includes establishing state-of-the-art AVGC-XR parks and infrastructure across various cities, including Mumbai and Nagpur. The policy also offers incentives like stamp duty relaxation and unrestricted operational hours to attract investment and foster growth in the sector.

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Crops over 42.84 lakh acres damaged by heavy rain in Maharashtra

MUMBAI: Over 42.84 lakh acres ready-to-harvest crops got badly damaged in the torrential rain in Maharashtra . According to the Maharashtra agriculture minister Duttaray Bharne, the 17, 85,714 hectares (42.84 lakh acres) of standing and ready to harvest crops got damaged. Nanded is one of the worst-affected districts, where 7.28 lakh hectares of crops got badly impacted, following 2.03 lakh hectares of crops damaged in Wasim district. In Yavatmal district, 3.18 lakh hectares, while 1.57 lakh hectares in Dharashiv, 1.77 lakh hectares in Akola, 47,266 hectares in Solapur, and 89,782 hectares of crops in Buldhana district were ruined in the heavy rain. In the torrential rain, impacted affected districts are Hingoli, Parbhani, Amravati, Jalgaon, Wardha, Sangli, Ahilyanagar, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Jalna, Beed, Latur, Dhule, Jalgaon, Ratnagiri, Chandrapur, Satara, Nashik, Kolhapur, Sindhudurg, Gadchiroli, Raigad, Nagpur, and Pune. The most suffered crops include soybean, maize, cotton, urad, tur, moong while other places, vegetables, fruit crops, millet, sugarcane, onion, jowar and turmeric crops have also been affected. 35 lakh acres of crops damaged in torrential rain in Maharashtra Agriculture Minister Bharen said that Maharashtra has been witnessing heavy rains and floods over the last two months, which havecaused huge losses to farmers. The heavy rains in August and September of this year have caused huge losses in a total of 195 talukas across 30 districts of Maharashtra. The rains during this period have caused huge losses to Kharif crops in 654 revenue circles, the agriculture minister said. He further added that the Panchnamas in some districts have been completed, and compensation has also been extended to the affected farmers. The Panchnamas in the remaining areas are going on a war footing. The state is taking all possible measures to provide financial assistance to the affected farmers. State government is standing firmly with the farmers in times of this crisis, Bharne said. Sharad Pawar , in his Nasik farmers outcry rally, criticized the state government for ignoring the farmers. He said that in the last two months, more than two thousand farmers committed suicide, but no serious attention has been given.

Nagpur Flyover Cuts Through House Balcony; Highway Body Claims Encroachment

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3 killed, more than 120 evacuated in 24 hours as rains batter parts of Maharashtra

MUMBAI: Three people have died and more than 120 were evacuated amid heavy rains in Maharashtra in the last 24 hours, the State Disaster Management Department said on Tuesday. The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and other rescue teams were involved in evacuations in the affected districts, the department stated in a release. Heavy rains pounded five out of eight districts in Marathwada on Monday, with Beed receiving the highest 143.7 mm of rain, followed by Nanded with 131.6 mm and Jalna with 121.4 mm in 24 hours ending Tuesday morning. Rivers ran in spate, and low-lying areas were flooded, disrupting normal life, with Beed and Ahilyanagar being the worst affected. According to officials, rescue and relief operations were conducted in these areas, and more than 120 people were evacuated safely. The NDRF has deployed 12 teams across the state to assist the local administration in evacuation and emergency relief. State agencies and district administrations have also mobilised fire brigades, police units and local volunteers. As per the release, two people have died in rain-related incidents in Beed district, and one death was reported from Nagpur in the last 24 hours. At least 41 revenue circles of Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Jalna, Beed and Nanded recorded more than 65 mm rainfall on Monday, an official said. Talking to PTI, Beed Resident Deputy Collector Shiv Kumar Swami said that Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, who is also the district guardian minister, held a meeting to review the situation, and a survey of losses will begin. The NDRF is deployed in Beed, but the Indian Army unit has been sent back, he said. According to officials, 3.42 lakh cusecs of water are being discharged from 11 major irrigation projects in Marathwada. The authorities are monitoring dams, rivers and vulnerable villages, while warnings have been issued in parts of Marathwada and Vidarbha as the monsoon remains active.

OBC, other groups turn up heat over Maratha quota GR; Fadnavis cautions against politics of extreme

MUMBAI: The political landscape in Maharashtra is heating up as OBCs, SC and ST groups have expressed concerns over a GR on Hyderabad gazette for Maratha quota, prompting Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis to caution against the politics of extreme. As the row over the Government Resolution (GR), issued earlier this month, threatened to turn into a conflict between Maratha and OBC communities, NCP (SP) chief Sharad Pawar on Sunday accused the Mahayuti government of weakening the social fabric and trying to widen the divide in society. Acknowledging a growing chasm over the sensitive issue of the Maratha reservation, CM Fadnavis on Sunday appealed to leaders from both communities to present facts about the issue before the people. Politics of extremes is taking place on the issue and an atmosphere is being created that OBC reservation is finished. This is affecting the psyche of OBC students, he said. Weeks after the state government issued the GR to quell protests led by activist Manoj Jarange seeking quota for Marathas under the Other Backward Classes category, several OBC, Adivasi and Banjara outfits have warned of protests demanding that the government withdraw the order. Various caste groups have contended that the implementation of the Hyderabad Gazette to allow members of the Maratha community to get OBC Kunbi caste certificates would greatly impact the Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes and Other Backward Classes. We were classified as a Scheduled Tribe and had reservation in Hyderabad state. We want the same rights restored, said Sandesh Chavan, president of Banjara outfit Gor Sena. After Marathas brought under OBC quota, Banjaras now demand inclusion in ST category Chavan also claimed a 32-year-old Banjara graduate from Dharashiv died by suicide on Saturday, leaving behind a note pressing for ST reservation. Since September 11, Banjara community members have been on an indefinite hunger strike outside the Jalna collectors office, while senior leader Haribhau Rathod has announced morchas in Jalna and Beed on Monday. However, Adivasi outfits have opposed this demand of the Banjara community, claiming the latter already enjoys benefits from a 3 per cent quota under the Vimukta Jati and Nomadic Tribes (VJNT) segment. OBC activists Navnath Waghmare and Satusung Mundhe have warned that expanding the quota would threaten the rights of 374 castes already listed under the Other Backward Classes category. The OBC leaders have resolved to hold a massive morcha in Nagpur on October 10. Historically, the Marathwada region was under the Nizam of Hyderabad, whose administration documented castes and occupations in the gazette. In 1918, Marathas were granted reservations in education and jobs, a precedent that is now being used to support their OBC claim. At that time, the Nizam ruled 17 districts, five of which, namely Aurangabad, Beed, Nanded, Parbhani and Osmanabad, later became part of Maharashtra. CM Fadnavis has said the Maratha quota GR will not affect the rights of the Other Backward Classes and asserted that bogus persons would not be allowed to avail benefits meant for the segment. Will launch protest if Maharashtra government dithers on implementing Hyderabad gazette: Jarange Responding to Opposition allegations on the GR, Fadnavis said all decisions related to OBC welfare since 2014 were taken by his government. Let there be a debate on the work done for OBCs under the BJP-led government and the work done under previous governments. They (Opposition) only resort to politics but we are committed to the welfare of the OBCs. At the same time, we are also committed to the welfare of the Maratha and all other communities, he said. On the widening rift between the Marathas and OBCs, the CM said it would not reduce until leaders from both communities tell people facts about the issue. I would like to say that only those who have records of being Kunbi will be given certificates. No one will get certificates without such records. So the OBCs need not be worried. Politics of extremes is taking place on the issue and an atmosphere is being created that OBC reservation is finished. This is affecting the psyche of OBC students, he said. Such politics is not good for any community, Fadnavis asserted. Joining the debate, Sharad Pawar said it looks like the government doesnt want to resolve issues. It is attempting to weaken the social fabric. We must counter it and ensure it doesnt happen, even if one has to pay a political price. There should be no compromise on social harmony and unity, Pawar said. The veteran politician rejected allegations of a link between him and Jarange or his agitation for the Maratha quota. Though anyone can say anything, we do not have even a slight connection with the Maratha reservation agitation by Manoj Jarange. These allegations are not based on truth, and therefore, there is no need to say anything about it, Pawar said. Reacting to Pawars allegation that the social fabric of the state was being weakened, Fadnavis said, Everyone knows what Pawar saheb is famous for. When he says 'X', consider it as 'Y', and he is famous for it. He is a big leader, what more can I say about him?

Additional stoppage for Secunderabad-Nagpur-Secunderabad Vande Bharat express in Mancherial

'People are afraid': Mohan Bhagwat on tariffs imposition; terms it 'self-centered' approach

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat criticized nations imposing tariffs on India, attributing it to fear of India's growing strength. Speaking in Nagpur, he highlighted the self-centered approach behind such measures, particularly the 50% tariff imposed by the US.

People Are Afraid What Might Happen To Them If India Grows Strong, Thats Why Tariffs: Bhagwat

NAGPUR, Sep 12: Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat on Friday said tariffs were imposed on India out of fear of what might happen to them if the country became stronger. Such measures are the result of a self-centred approach, he said without naming any country. He was speaking at the 7th foundation day of Brahma Kumaris Vishwa Shanti Sarovar in Nagpur. People in the world are afraid of what might happen to them if India grows stronger and [] The post People Are Afraid What Might Happen To Them If India Grows Strong, Thats Why Tariffs: Bhagwat appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

'People Fear India's Growth': RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat's 'Tariff' Remark At Nagpur Event

Mohan Bhagwat said tariffs are imposed on India because global powers fear its growth and rising influence. He stressed that the world needs solutions, not pressure tactics.

Human beings, nations will continue to face problems unless they understand their real self: Mohan Bhagwat

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat emphasized the importance of self-understanding for individuals and nations to overcome challenges, speaking at an event in Nagpur. He highlighted the need for compassion and overcoming fear to eliminate enemies. Bhagwat also urged Indians to strive for greatness, noting India's potential for growth and its role in finding solutions for global issues.

Human Beings, Nations Will Continue To Face Problems Unless They Understand Their Real Self: Bhagwat

Nagpur, Sep 12: Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat on Friday said that human beings and countries will continue to face problems unless they understand their real self. Speaking at the 7th foundation day of Brahma Kumaris Vishwa Shanti Sarovar in Nagpur, Bhagwat said that just like Brahma Kumaris, a women-led spiritual movement, RSS works to awaken inner consciousness. Unless human beings and countries understand their real self, they will continue to face problems. If we show compassion and [] The post Human Beings, Nations Will Continue To Face Problems Unless They Understand Their Real Self: Bhagwat appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Man, Disguised As Delivery Agent, Snatches Woman's Chain Inside Her Home In Nagpur

In Nagpur, a woman was robbed by a man who poased as a delivery agent. The police are investigating the matter using CCTV footage to trace the accused.

Nails Found Hammered On Nagpur-Mumbai Expressway, MSRDC Issues Clarification Over Rumoured Robbery Bid

The MSRDC clarification came after many commuters complained that nails were hammered into the expressway, which led to puncture of tyres of multiple cars.

Lightning strike damages navigation system at Raipur airport; flight operations hit

RAIPUR: Flight operations were disrupted after lightning strike damaged an aircraft navigation system at Raipur airport, an official said. As many as five IndiGo flights were diverted to various nearby airports due to the damage to the DVOR (Doppler VHF Omnidirectional Range) system at the Swami Vivekananda Airport on Wednesday evening, he said. All flight landings were suspended due to the DVOR system getting hit by lightning in the evening. As a result, five IndiGo flights that were scheduled to land at the Raipur airport were diverted to nearby airports, including Nagpur and Bhubaneswar, the official said on Wednesday. Repair works are underway, and flight operations from the airport are likely to resume by Thursday, he informed. A ground-based radio navigation system, DVOR helps aircraft determine their position and direction relative to a destination.

'Devotion to God and patriotism inseparable in India': RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat emphasized the interconnectedness of devotion to God and patriotism in India, stating they are inseparable. He addressed a gathering in Nagpur, asserting that genuine devotion leads to patriotism and vice versa, highlighting it as an experiential truth. Sri Sri Ravi Shankar also attended, expressing joy at visiting the RSS headquarters and extending birthday greetings to Bhagwat.