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Experience The New Bengali Music Video 'Ramani' by Manasi Ghosh
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'DAY IS BETTER': Brad Pitt Reveals 'Unconditional' Love For Dogs, Makes Emotional Appeal To Fans
Brad Pitt is opening up about his deep and unconditional love for dogs, revealing how much they mean to him and making an emotional appeal to fans. The Hollywood stars heartfelt message highlights the special bond between people and their pets while shining a spotlight on compassion, animal welfare and the importance of giving dogs a loving home.
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Ireland national broadcaster will boycott Eurovision 2027 over Israel's participation
Ireland is set to boycott the Eurovision Song Contest for a second year due to Israels participation
A song, 10 men, golden finish: Harbinder relives India's 1966 Asiad victory
Sixty years after India scripted hockey history at the 1966 Asian Games in Bangkok, Harbinder Singh still gets goosebumps when he hears the song that became the team's companion on its journey to gold. Whenever we went to a match, Shankar Laxman (India goalkeeper at that time) would play 'Watan ki raah mein watan ke naujawan shaheed ho' in the team bus, and all the players would sing along. This would automatically motivate us, the 83-year-old three-time Olympic medallist told PTI in an exclusive interview. Even today, when I hear this song, I get goosebumps, he added. It also became a galvanising force before their Asian Games final against arch foes Pakistan, a match that India won to bring home their first ever gold at the continental showpiece. The song and the final remain etched in the memory of the legendary centre-forward, who was also a part of India's 1964 Tokyo Olympics gold-winning team. We had won the gold medal at the Tokyo Olympics just two years earlier, and s
Giorgia Meloni extends birthday greetings to PM Modi: 'Wish you wish health, energy, and success'
Prime Minister Narendra Modi got a special birthday wish on Thursdayfrom his Italian counterpart Giorgia Meloni, who called him a friend while affirming a commitment to deepen the Italy-India ties based on the bond of friendship and build a future of cooperation and prosperity for both countries.
Luxury housing's new premium: Fewer homes, more space and privacy
Luxury housing has spent years adding more, bigger clubhouses, longer amenity lists, grander lobbies. Now, in increasingly crowded cities, buyers may be willing to pay premium for more room to breathe
Trump's new sanctions could push Ukraine peace deal further away, Russia warns
Trump's new sanctions could push Ukraine peace deal further away, Russia warns
AI models resisting user control? OpenAI flags 'concerning' behaviour in latest tests
OpenAI has disclosed six reports that shed light on troubling behaviors exhibited by its AI models. Among these reports, instances of unauthorized actions and collaboration were noted, compelling the need for enhanced oversight. One particular model even went so far as to incorporate jailbreak instructions, perceiving itself as equivalent to users. Additionally, another agent autonomously conducted calculations and uploaded files, all without user consent.
India is firmly committed to Bhutan's progress: EAM S Jaishankar
Jaishankar arrived in Bhutan on Wednesday on a two-day official visit aiming to further strengthen the biltareal ties and cooperation between the two countries.
Zimbabwe Cricket's Tavengwa Mukuhlani appointed ICC Deputy Chairperson
Tavengwa Mukuhlani has been appointed ICC Deputy Chairperson until November 2027. He succeeds Imran Khwaja and currently chairs the HR and Remuneration Committee. Mukuhlani's leadership experience will be valuable for the upcoming Cricket World Cup. Zimbabwe will co-host the 2027 tournament with South Africa and Namibia. This appointment marks a significant milestone for Zimbabwean cricket administration.
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'I'm not only about guns, gangsters, I made Rangeela': RGV on loving Mohit Suris 'Saiyaara'
Meloni wishes 'friend' Modi 'health, energy, success'
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, and Russian President Vladimir Putin extended birthday greetings to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, highlighting strengthening bilateral ties and India's growing global influence.
Mahua Moitra moves UN rights body over 'exclusion of Muslim officers' from Amit Shah's Bengal events
Mahua Moitra has written to the UN Special Rapporteur alleging discrimination against Muslim officers. Senior Muslim IAS and IPS officers were reportedly excluded from official events. These exclusions occurred during Union Home Minister Amit Shah's recent visits to West Bengal. Moitra cited specific instances involving prominent officers and alleged religious bias. She urged the UN to investigate and ensure non-discriminatory practices in government functions.
Having already sealed the three-match series with two comprehensive victories, Team India takes on Afghanistan in the third and final T20I at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi. Under the leadership of Shreyas Iyer, the...
No Muslim officers in Shah's WB events, Mahua tells UN body
TMC MP Mahua Moitra has formally complained to the UN Special Rapporteur on Minority Issues, alleging that senior Muslim IAS and IPS officers in West Bengal were deliberately excluded from official events attended by Union Home Minister Amit Shah. Moitra claims these officers were sidelined due to their religion, a pattern she describes as discriminatory and potentially damaging to minority confidence in security establishments.
TNI orders air evacuation for OPM victim's widow in Papua
Red, White Village Cooperativemanagers to be placed next week : Gov't
Expensive flash drives: When and why it's worth paying more
Flash drives can vary wildly in cost. While a cheap drive will get the job done, a premium one offers extra sped and features that might be worth the money.
DJI's new SDR Transmission II beams 4K 60 fps HDR video up to 2.5 miles
An underrated part of DJI's success is in the area of video transmission.
'Change your mindset': Supreme Court's big observation on Tamil Nadu's opposition to Hindi
Tamil Nadu must reconsider its mindset over teaching Hindi in schools across the state, observed the Supreme Court on Thursday, asking it to rethink opposing establishing Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas. The court observed that Hindi cannot...
'War Criminals Deserve No Aid': Setback To Israel; $2.8 Bn U.S. Bomb Package Blocked By Top Democrat
A proposed $2.8 billion U.S. arms transfer to Israel is facing opposition in Washington, with Democratic Senator Chris Van Hollen vowing to block the package. The reported deal includes 40,000 heavy bombs, including MK-84 and BLU-117 munitions, as scrutiny over Israels military operations in Gaza continues.
'Clean up your act, buy oil elsewhere': US Senator Blumenthal warns India, China over Russian oil...
Disha Salian probe: Uddhav warns of legal action over 'character assassination'
Uddhav Thackeray threatened legal action if the campaign against his family over Disha Salian's death continues. He stated his family has no connection to the unfortunate incident, which is politically motivated. Aaditya Thackeray also denied knowing or meeting Disha Salian, calling it character assassination. Sanjay Raut backed Aaditya Thackeray, asserting public trust in the Thackeray family. The CBI registered a case into Salian's death following a court order.
Family claims dead man was not 'Putney pusher'
The family of Nicholas Brandram have insisted he was not the so-called Putney pusher.
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#Love: Arjun Das, Aishwarya Lekshmi's modern rom-com to premiere on October 2
#Love brings dating apps, workplace rivalry and modern relationships into a contemporary rom-com. Starring Arjun Das and Aishwarya Lekshmi, the series follows rival dating-app founders whose professional competition takes an unexpected. It premieres October 2
'I'm staying, so is the curry': Indian-origin US lawmaker reacts to 'go home' remark
'Health, energy & success': Italy PM Meloni wishes 'friend' PM Modi on his birthday
'Come to Michigan...': Abdul El-Sayed dismisses Hasan Piker ties, says 'voters arent asking'
Did Sonu Nigam laugh at Salman Khan's singing? Singer reacts to viral video
Sonu Nigam has called out a digitally altered video that falsely shows him mocking Salman Khan while singing 'Main Hoon Tera Hero' and shared the context behind the real footage. The fake video of Sonu Nigam began circulating online amid the Amaal Mallik credit controversy.
Resident Evil is all set to hit theatres on September 18, and the new horror film has already caught the attention of international critics. Directed by Zach Cregger, known for movies like Oscar-winning Weapons and Barbarian, the film stars Austin Abrams in the lead.
PM Modi's birthday: Delhi CM Rekha Gupta donates blood, pledges organs
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 17 (IANS) On the occasion of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's birthday, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Thursday donated blood and pledged to donate her organs while launching an organ donation portal. The Chief Minister joined the blood donation camp and launched the portal as part of the 'Sewa Sankalp Abhiyan' launched to celebrate PM Modi's birthday and 25 years devoted to public service. Chief Minister Gupta pledged to donate 14 organs, including heart, liver, kidney, lungs and others. The portal was launched as part of an agreement between State Organ and Tissue Transplant Organisation (SOTTO) and the National Organ and Tissue Transplant Organisation (NOTTO) to promote organ donation. In a messge on social media platform X, the Chief Minister said, On the occasion of the birthday of Prime Minister @narendramodi ji, I donated blood today at the mega blood donation camp organised at Thyagaraj Stadium under the 'Seva Sankalp Abhiyan'. Inspired by Prime Minister Modiji's 25 years of public service, dedication, and nation-building, this campaign links service with resolve and resolve with public participation. Blood donation is not just a means to save lives; it is a powerful expression of our duty toward humanity and the nation, CM Gupta added. Heartfelt thanks to the Delhi team for turning this Seva Sankalp into a people's movement. On this occasion, Delhi BJP President and Minister of State Harsh Malhotra ji, Cabinet colleague Ashish Sood ji, Manjinder Singh Sirsa ji, Pankaj Kumar Singh ji, Ravindra Indraj ji, MLA from Laxmi Nagar and Chief Whip Abhay Verma ji, along with other MLAs, were present, she said on X. On the occasion of PM Modi's birthday, the Chief Minister also launched a worker service centre, offering a resting place to gig workers in her Shalimar Bagh constituency. In a message on X, Chief Minister Gupta said, On the occasion of the birthday of the esteemed Prime Minister @narendramodi ji, the inauguration of the 'Namo Shramik Seva Kendra' and Gig Workers Rest Centre was held today in Shalimar Bagh under the 'Seva Sankalp Abhiyan'. The esteemed Prime Minister ji has always accorded the highest priority to the respect, safety, and welfare of the country's labourers. Inspired by his spirit of service, our endeavour is to ensure that every facility reaches Delhi's hardworking colleagues with dignity and ease, she added. At this centre, registration, renewal, document verification, information on schemes, and assistance related to claims will all be available at one place. Heartfelt wishes to all of you on the occasion of Lord Vishwakarma Jayanti. On this occasion, a large number of labourer brothers and sisters were present, including Cabinet colleague Kapil Mishra ji, the Chief Minister said.
BharatPe backs new UPI MDR framework; distances itself from Ashneer Grover's remarks
Clarifying that Grovers remarks do not reflect the companys stance, BharatPe said his views were made strictly in an individual capacity
India Tormentor Dinusha Named ICC Men's Player of the Month
Sonal Dinusha was named ICC Men's Player of the Month after tormenting India with 420 runs at 140, including three centuries, across Sri Lanka's two-Test series.
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NVIDIA and Google's new coalition wants to speed up AI data center power grid connections
A new coalition of tech giants aims to speed AI data center grid connections in exchange for more flexibility.
N Chandrasekaran Secures Five-Year Term As Tata Sons Chairman After Noel Tata Calls Vote 'Illegal'
After 'Educated,' Tara Westover revisits a family split in memoir 'Brothers and Sisters'
Tara Westover is returning with a second memoir nearly 10 years after her million-selling Educated.
Tata Sons board for Chandra's reappointment, moves to list co; Trusts may challenge decision
Noel Tata, chairman of Tata Trusts, voted against Chandrasekaran's reappointment, but the resolution passed by a majority vote of the board
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India firmly committed to Bhutan's progress: EAM Jaishankar
India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met Bhutan's Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay in Thimphu. He conveyed warm greetings from Prime Minister Narendra Modi and reaffirmed India's commitment. Jaishankar handed over fifty-four electric vehicles to support Bhutan's sustainability goals. Discussions focused on development, energy, trade, and cultural cooperation between the nations. The minister also inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for key development projects.
Former Tripura CM Biplab Deb donates blood as mega camp marks PM Modi's birthday in Agartala
A mega blood donation camp was organised in Agartala as part of the 'Seva Sankalp Abhiyan'(Service Pledge Campaign) launched by the BJP to mark Prime Minister Narendra Modi's birthday. Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) national general secretary and former Chief Minister of Tripura, Biplab Kumar Deb, visited the camp, donated blood himself, and encouraged the blood donors.
Big battle breaks out: Tata Trusts call reappointment of Chandrasekaran as chairman 'illegal'
Tata Trusts has declared N Chandrasekaran's reappointment as Tata Sons chairman illegal. The Trusts argue the board resolution is a legal nullity due to Noel Tata's opposition. This dispute arises after the RBI rejected Tata Sons' bid to surrender its core investment company status. The Tata Sons board also agreed to proceed with the company's stock market listing. The succession process now faces significant uncertainty and potential legal challenges.
Meet Zhang Yiming, the TikTok founder who is now Asia's richest person
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Tata Trusts oppose Chandras return as Tata Sons' chairman, call it illegal
Tata Trusts have declared N Chandrasekaran's reappointment as Tata Sons chairman a legal nullity. Noel Tata, a Trusts nominee, voted against the resolution, while four directors supported it. The Trusts cite the Articles of Association, requiring a majority of their nominee directors' votes. They maintain Chandrasekaran's earlier decision not to seek reappointment has already attained finality. This dispute deepens the leadership standoff within the prominent Indian conglomerate.
Noel Tata opposes Chandra's reappointment, calls decision 'premature'
The Tata Sons board approved a five-year extension for Chandrasekaran at the board meeting. The decision was taken despite Noel Tata's opposition
A new musical chapter is beginning for Subhalakshmi Borooah Khan, sarod maestro Amjad Ali Khan's wife, as she makes her vocal debut with her first-ever album, Chants for Unity. It brings together sacred compositions, Indian...
India summons Pakistani Charge d'Affaires after naval vessels collide in Arabian Sea
India termed the incident unacceptable and unprofessional and cited the 1991 India-Pakistan agreement requiring naval vessels to maintain a minimum distance of three nautical miles in international waters. New Delhi also directed its diplomat in Islamabad to raise the matter with Pakistan's Foreign Ministry.
Cigarettes Get Costlier: ITC Hikes Gold Flake, Classic Connect Prices Here's What Smokers Will Pay
ITC has raised prices of select cigarette brands, including Classic Connect and Gold Flake Super Star. Classic Connect's 20-cigarette pack now costs Rs 428, up from Rs 390, while Gold Flake Super Star's 10-cigarette pack has increased to Rs 89 from Rs 79.
Nashik stray dog menace: Protesters release puppies on civic official's table
Shiv Sena (UBT) district youth wing functionary Vikram Randhave claimed that more than 400 stray dogs roam the Nagar Panchayat limits and that over 100 residents suffer dog-bite injuries every month
The US House of Representatives passed a Russia sanctions bill that could allow President Donald Trump to impose tariffs of up to 100% on countries that buy Russian oil and gas, including India and China. India said it will take necessary steps to protect the country's trade and economic interests.
Vaishnaw says 'targeting at least 200 startups' for chip design, unveils 6-pillar SEMICON 2.0 plan
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Salian case: CBI FIR an attempt to malign Thackeray family's image, says Raut
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray has denied ever knowing or meeting Disha Salian and alleged that attempts to link him to the case were politically motivated
Muneeba to miss Asian Games after flying home for mother's illness
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'Not In Good Taste': Delhi High Court Directs Censor Board To Review Shoorveer Use In Mirzapur Film
The court has listed the matter for further hearing on September 24 and directed the CBFC to take a decision in the meantime
President Prabowo orders 'all-out' probe Into corporate forest fires
Stray menace: Protesters place puppies on officer's desk
A Shiv Sena (UBT) functionary, Vikram Randhave, led an unusual protest in Nashik by releasing two puppies on a municipal chief officer's table to highlight the growing stray dog menace. Randhave claimed over 400 stray dogs and 100 monthly dog bite incidents in the area. Police have registered cases against Randhave and others for obstructing public duty and for the manner in which the dogs were handled.
Ninth woman's body found as South African police investigate string of deaths
South Africa police have cautioned against assuming that all the killings are linked but many women are afraid.
Why Prithviraj Sukumaran Believes Malayalam Cinema Is Less 'Corporate' Than Bollywood
He believes that bigger budgets and longer schedules have not changed the way people work together in Malayalam cinema
Cricketer Prithvi Shaw and social media personality Akriti Agarwal have ended their engagement. The couple announced their mutual decision to part ways after six months. They cited differing future goals and circumstances as the reason for separation. Agarwal confirmed the news via an Instagram statement, requesting privacy. Shaw had announced their engagement on March 8, 2024.
15 kanals of land, two residential houses attached in north Kashmir's Kupwara: Police
Srinagar, Sep 17: Acting on orders from Director General of Police Nalin Prabhat, the Jammu and Kashmir Police on Thursday attached 15 kanals of land and two residential houses in north Kashmir's Kupwara belonging to notorious terrorists operating from Pakistan, officials said. Sh Nalin Prabhat, DG-P, has ordered the attachment of properties belonging to notorious terrorists, now operating from Pakistan, a police spokesperson said in a press statement. As per an order issued by DG-P Nalin Prabhat, 10.7 kanals of land and a three-storey residential house belonging to Ab Majid Qureshi, son of Ab Rouf Qureshi, a resident of Kachama, Kupwara, have been attached. Another five kanals of land and a single-storey residential house were also attached. The properties belonged to Parvaiz Ahmad Qureshi, son of Mohd Mustafa Qureshi, a resident of Kachama, Kupwara, it said. The order said that the attached properties fall within the ambit of proceeds of terrorism in terms of Section 2 (1) (g) (ii) of UAPA and are liable to be attached in FIR No. 276/22 of PS Kupwara.
Two JeM militants killed, one suspect detained in J-K's Udhampur
Jammu, Sep 17: Two Pakistan-based proscribed outfit Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) militants were killed, and an alleged over-ground worker was detained in a remote high-altitude area in Jammu and Kashmir's Udhampur district, officials said on Thursday. The joint operation by the Army, police and CRPF was conducted in the dense Brattal Sohan and Khubban forests of Majalta bordering Kathua district amid heavy rain, they said. Army confirmed the killing of two militants in the operation. In a joint intelligence-based operation during the intervening night of September 16-17, confirmed inputs indicated the presence of terrorists in the general area of Brattal, Udhampur. Despite hostile weather, difficult terrain and poor visibility, troops of White Knight Corps, Police and CRPF launched a targeted counter-terrorism operation, resulting in the neutralisation of two terrorists. The operation is still in progress, with search and surveillance continuing in the area. Security forces remain deployed to track and neutralise any remaining threat, the Jammu-based White Knight Corps said in a post on X. The officials said police and security forces were looking for a terrorist group after its movement was noticed in the forested area last week. The security forces cordoned off a particular area around 9 pm on Wednesday following fresh inputs, leading to the initial contact. A few rounds of firing and blasts were heard shortly after the operation began, the officials said, adding that the area, however, remained largely quiet through the night before the lull ended on Thursday morning, when the terrorists opened heavy fire in an attempt to break the cordon. Reinforcements were rushed to the area, and the search operation was continuing when the last reports were received, they said. Meanwhile Jammu and Kashmir Police identified the two killed militants as Saddam and Mustafa. In a post on X, J&K Police wrote, You Can Run But You Can't Hide! Op Soan: the two neutralised Pakistani Jaish-e-Mohammed terrorists have been identified as Saddam and Mustafa. Police said that arms and ammunition including an AK Assault Rifle with 4 magazines, an M4 Carbine with 3 magazines, a Glock Pistol with 2 magazines and 4 grenades were recovered from their possession. A local youth, believed to be an over-ground worker (OGW), has been detained for questioning, they said. It was the second major encounter in Udhampur district this year. In February, two Pakistani terrorists, including a self-styled commander Rubani alias Abu Mavia, who was active in the area for the past several years were killed in the Ramnagar forests. Over the past several years, the difficult mountain terrain of the Kathua-Udhampur-Doda belt was used by JeM terrorists to establish hideouts and evade security forces after infiltrating from across the border. However, security forces have dismantled these networks to deny terrorists safe passage and shelter in the upper reaches, the officials said. They said the relentless operations have resulted in the elimination of a large number of active terrorists operating in the region, many of them identified as Pakistani nationals. Security agencies are also maintaining heightened surveillance and launching searches in remote forest areas based on intelligence inputs and assessments of possible terrorist movement. In Doda, four terrorists and five security personnel were killed in separate encounters in 2025, while five people, comprising four terrorists and one security personnel, were killed in adjoining Kishtwar district this year, compared to four deaths in 2025, including three terrorists and one security person. In 2024, the district recorded five deaths three security personnel and two civilians. In Udhampur, four people were killed in 2024, including two terrorists, one security person and one civilian, while 2025 saw four deaths one terrorist and three security personnel. Kathua recorded the highest casualties among the four districts in 2024 with nine deaths, including two terrorists and seven security personnel. The following year, seven people were killed three terrorists and four security personnel while 2026 has so far witnessed the death of one terrorist.
Crisil Ratings upgrades ratings of SG Mart to 'AA-/A1+' with 'stable' outlook
SG Mart said that Crisil Ratings has removed its ratings on the bank facilities of the company from 'rating watch with positive implications' and upgraded the ratings to 'Crisil AA-/Crisil A1+' from 'Crisil A/Crisil A1'.
Orchasp Ltd leads losers in 'B' group
Euro Pratik Sales Ltd, Ducon Infratechnologies Ltd, Salona Cotspin Ltd and AAA Technologies Ltd are among the other losers in the BSE's 'B' group today, 17 September 2026.
BCCI puts India's bench strength on show; set to field 5 teams in 5 weeks
A total of 69 different players will be taking the field in a span of 35 days in an interesting stretch of the cricket calendar for the nation
It doesn't feel good: Carrick takes blame after Man United's Carabao Cup exit
It doesn't feel good: Carrick takes blame after Man United's Carabao Cup exit
Top BJP leaders visit temples on Modi's 76th birthday
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 76th birthday was celebrated with extensive programmes in Varanasi, his Lok Sabha constituency. Events included special prayers by 76 young priests, a milk 'abhishek' of the Ganga, and a significant 'Seva Sankalp' motorcycle journey from Varanasi to Vadnagar, Modi's birthplace, involving 500 participants. Several prominent political figures, including Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, participated in the celebrations, offering prayers for Modi's health and India's progress.
India's climate priorities gain voice at UN Human Rights Council
Climate finance for vulnerable communities and adaptation was discussed at the UN Human Rights Council. RSKS India called for finance linked to human rights and greater adaptation support. They proposed a Global Climate Finance Passport to track funds from donors. India is strengthening climate resilience as a key development priority.
Asian Games: India's Gonsalves-Beg pair knocked out of Teqball competition
Asian Games: India's Gonsalves-Beg pair knocked out of Teqball competition
India's 86 trillion urban infrastructure push may spur municipal bonds
Sebi's proposal seeks to lower entry barriers for smaller towns as India faces an estimated 82-86 trillion funding requirement for urban infrastructure by FY31
'I still have flashbacks': Steve Smith recalls Sandpapergate
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'Duty of a journalist to uncover truth and expose lies': Rajat Sharma at IIMC Seminar
The two-day seminar '200 Years of Hindi Journalism: From Legacy to Innovation', which is being organised by the Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC) and the Indian Council of Historical Research (ICHR), began on Thursday.
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'Patently false': Govt refutes allegation of external pressure in MDR rollout
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 17 (IANS) The government on Thursday refuted the allegation in a section of the media that the MDR on UPI transactions has been introduced because of external pressure, while referring to a US Trade Representative (USTR) report of 2026. According to a statement issued by the Finance Ministrys Department of Financial Services, he allegation that MDR has been introduced under any external influence is patently false and misleading. The Department has also released a copy of the USTR report cited in the allegation. The USTR report has raised two issues: First, the inability of US electronic payment services suppliers to participate in the UPI ecosystem, including credit transactions on UPI, on a level playing field with RuPay. The NPCI circular of September 15, 2026 does not allow credit transactions on UPI by any credit card other than a RuPay credit card. There is a clear policy of only allowing RuPay credit cards on UPI to enable RuPay credit cards to become the preferred choice of credit cards amongst users in India, the official statement said. The second issue is the NPCI market-share limitation of 30 per cent for third-party application providers (announced November 2020; enforcement date December 2026) Although the NPCI had mandated a market share limitation of 30 per cent for third-party application providers in November 2020, this mandate could not be implemented because companies other than the market leaders could not compete in the absence of a self-sustaining revenue model. Introduction of MDR on select high-value transactions will provide a self-sustaining revenue model to smaller companies to compete for a higher share in the UPI ecosystem. Thus, the introduction of MDR has been done with the intention of allowing more domestic companies to expand their operations, the Finance Ministry statement contends. Contrary to misleading claims made that MDR has been introduced under external pressure, the introduction of MDR on select high-value transactions will enable more domestic companies to operate under UPI. Thus, the action of introducing MDR is a step in protecting Indias sovereignty in the electronic payment ecosystem, it said. The government of India has promoted RuPay credit and debit cards to show that people have a strong domestic alternative. In order for the RuPay credit cards to continue to grow, the debit card has been kept free of MDR, the statement added.
Trump's pressure on NATO is reshaping Europe's defenses. Will it break the alliance
European nations are increasing defense spending and exploring alternatives to American military technology. This shift occurs as doubts grow about the durability of United States support for NATO. While allies meet spending demands, uncertainty about future U.S. troop presence persists. Russia's actions test NATO unity and European defense capabilities. This situation prompts a strategic reevaluation of transatlantic security partnerships.
Quote of the day by Norman Cousins is about participation: even when circumstances cannot be completely controlled, there may still be choices about how to engage with the days ahead. His big gun is a metaphor for the will to remain connected to life, hope and possibility. His own experience showed how strongly he believed in combining personal determination with professional medical care rather than treating them as opposites.
Quote of the day by Norman Cousins is about participation: even when circumstances cannot be completely controlled, there may still be choices about how to engage with the days ahead. His big gun is a metaphor for the will to remain connected to life, hope and possibility. His own experience showed how strongly he believed in combining personal determination with professional medical care rather than treating them as opposites.
Amaal Mallik had recently reacted after Salman Khan Films team did not credit the music composer on the anniversary post celebrating 11 years of Hero
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SAI facilitates Japan exposure for Indian judokas ahead of Asian Games, World C'ships
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 17 (IANS) The Sports Authority of India (SAI) is facilitating an overseas training stint for Indias senior judo team at Tsukuba University in Japan as part of preparations for the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya and the World Judo Championships in Baku. SAI facilitates Japan exposure for Indian judokas ahead of Asian Games, World Championships New Delhi, Sep 17 (IANS) The Sports Authority of India (SAI) is facilitating an overseas training stint for Indias senior judo team at Tsukuba University in Japan as part of preparations for the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya and the World Judo Championships in Baku. A 14-member Indian delegation is taking part in an International Training (Pre-Games) programme at Tsukuba University till October 2. The delegation comprises 11 judokas one male and 10 female athletes along with three coaches. Out of the 11 judokas, three Asmita Dey (Womens -48kg), Yamini Mourya (Womens -57kg) and Takhellambam Inunganbi (Womens -70kg) are a part of the Asian Games team. While Asmita will compete on September 30, Yamini and Inunganbi are scheduled to take the mat on October 1 at the Aichi International Arena (IG Arena), Nagoya. The overseas exposure camp comes at a crucial phase of the international calendar, with the Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya followed immediately by the World Judo Championships in Baku from October 4 to 11. A total of 10 Judo players one male and nine female are taking part in the Baku tournament. Training at the Tsukuba University currently are Harsh Singh (-60kg) among the men, while the womens squad features Commonwealth Games 2026 gold medalist Asmita Dey (-48kg), Shraddha K Chopade (-52kg), L Nungshithoi Chanu (-52kg), Yamini Mourya (-57kg), Linthoi Chanambam (-63kg), Unnati Sharma (-63kg), Himanshi Tokas (-63kg), Takhelambam Inunganbi (-70kg), KH Taibanganbi (-70kg) and Ishroop Narang (-78kg). The coaching staff includes Jiwan Kumar Sharma, Birender Singh and Rajwinder Kaur. The sanction has been granted under the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports Assistance to National Sports Federations (ANSF) scheme, with the Judo Federation of India responsible for coordinating the foreign exposure. The Japan camp is part of the broader support being extended to Indias Asian Games-bound athletes, with SAI facilitating international exposure and training opportunities in the run-up to the Aichi-Nagoya Games. For the judokas, training in Japan in the final weeks before the competition provides a chance to acclimatise in the host country while getting high-level preparation ahead of Asian Games.
