PM Modi gifts award-winning Indian cheeses, Kashmiri walnut panel to Swiss president
New Delhi, Oct 5: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday gifted three special Indian cheeses Gulmarg, Konark and Yeoor and a hand-carved Kashmiri walnut wood wall panel to Swiss President Guy Parmelin, showcasing India's rich and growing traditions of cheese-making and handicrafts. Parmelin began his three-day visit to India on Monday. This is his first state visit to the country and his second visit this year, having previously attended the AI Impact Summit in February. Gulmarg, a French-style cheese, is a heart-shaped, soft and creamy Brie made from pasteurised cow's milk, with a snowy-white rind and earthy, mushroom-like notes. It received a Super Gold award at the 2026 Mundial do Queijo do Brasil, an international competition for cheese and dairy products. Konark is a French Tomme-style cheese with a rustic, natural rind, supple texture, earthy and savoury flavours and a lemony finish. It won gold at the 2023 World Cheese Awards in Norway and silver in Switzerland in 2025. Yeoor is a mountain-style cheese inspired by Swiss Gruyere, which is matured for around eight to nine months to develop nutty, sweet and herbaceous flavours. Its rose-petal and fennel-decorated rind gives it a distinctive Indian-Alpine character, while its excellent melting quality makes it suitable for fondue and grilled preparations. Switzerland is famous worldwide for its wide varieties of cheese, and the three Indian cheeses offered a glimpse of India's own rich and growing tradition of cheese-making. The walnut wood wall panel showcases Kashmir's centuries-old woodcarving heritage. Crafted from premium Himalayan walnut wood, it is intricately hand-carved in deep relief and depicts traditional landscapes, flora, human figures, horses, carriages and village life. The panel reflects Kashmir's distinctive artistic traditions shaped by indigenous and Central Asian influences and celebrates the skill and craftsmanship of Kashmiri artisans. Modi also gifted a Kutchi shawl placed in a Sadeli box to the Swiss presidents wife, Caroline Parmelin, showcasing Gujarat's rich traditions of weaving and decorative craftsmanship. The Sadeli box, from Surat, features intricate geometric patterns created by precisely assembling and layering contrasting materials, while the Kutchi shawl is a vibrant handwoven textile from Kutch, distinguished by geometric motifs and supplementary-weft weaving. Together, the shawl and the Sadeli box celebrate Gujarat's artistic heritage and the skill and ingenuity of its artisans. Earlier, Modi hosted Parmelin for wide-ranging talks to explore new opportunities in further strengthening India-Switzerland ties, especially in areas of trade and investment, mobility and critical technologies. Ahead of Parmelin's talks with Modi, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met the Swiss leader and discussed various aspects of bilateral ties.
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Leh, Oct 5: In a significant step towards strengthening early childhood care and education (ECCE) and improving foundational learning among children, Ladakh Lt Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena on Monday inaugurated Saksham ICT Labs established across 100 Anganwadi centres in the Union Territory. Saxena inaugurated one such lab physically at the Anganwadi centre at Government Primary School, Killibuk, Thiksey, while the others were inaugurated virtually, a Lok Bhavan spokesman said. Of the 100 Saksham ICT Labs, 50 have been established in Leh and 50 in Kargil, marking an important milestone in the administration's efforts to create stimulating, inclusive and technology-enabled learning environments for children at the grassroots level, the spokesman said. The initiative has been undertaken under Mission Saksham Anganwadi & Poshan 2.0 to strengthen ECCE and is aligned with the 'Poshan Bhi Padhai Bhi', Aadharshila Curriculum and the ECCE framework of the Ministry of Women and Child Development, he said. He further said the ICT facilities will provide children with age-appropriate digital and audio-visual learning content, including stories, rhymes, poems and songs, while supporting language and communication, colours, shapes and pre-number concepts, as well as cognitive, creative, physical and motor activities. Speaking on the occasion, the LG said the future of Ladakh is closely linked with the quality of learning and development provided to its youngest generation. He emphasised that the 100 Saksham ICT Labs are not merely about introducing technology into Anganwadi centres, but about creating a new learning experience where technology, creativity, participation and joyful learning come together. Technology must be used to make learning more engaging, joyful and meaningful for our children. These Saksham ICT Labs will complement play-based learning and help strengthen the foundations for their future, Saxena said. He stressed that children learn best when they are encouraged to explore, ask questions, play and learn through experience. The ICT facilities, therefore, will complement the existing play-based and activity-based pedagogy, making learning more engaging, interactive and child-centred. The LG said technology should not replace children's imagination or human interaction, but should provide them with new opportunities to explore, express themselves and develop their curiosity. He emphasised that the objective is not to make children passive consumers of digital content, but to use technology as a tool that encourages participation, interaction and experiential learning. The ICT Labs will support children in developing their language and communication skills through stories, rhymes, poems and songs, while helping them understand colours, shapes and basic numerical concepts, the spokesman said. He said a range of cognitive, creative, physical and motor activities will also contribute to the holistic development of children during their crucial formative years. The initiative has been enabled through convergence between the Social & Tribal Welfare Department and the Information Technology Department, with ICT equipment being provided by the IT Department, the spokesman said.
Crime Branch files chargesheet in multi-crore financial fraud in Samba
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New Delhi, Oct 5: The Supreme Court on Monday said that it has not approved any modifications to Form 6 being used by the Election Commission (EC) during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in various states. Form 6 is an application through which an eligible person seeks inclusion in the electoral roll. A bench of Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V Mohana said, Any modification to Form 6 has not been approved by us. Let's be clear. When records are produced, we would like to see who has modified it. The bench was hearing a PIL filed in wake of a recent Indian Express report, which claimed that two of the three Election Commissioners had objected to decisions related to the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, including changes to Form 6 relating to the applicant's ancestry and a link to previous SIR. The bench told senior advocate Maneka Guruswamy, appearing for petitioner Shailendra Mani Tripathi, who has challenged the decisions, guidelines and software changes allegedly made by Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar without the concurrence of his two colleagues, that the prayers in his PIL appear to be jumbled up. During the hearing on Tripathi's PIL, Guruswamy said there were no infirmities in the petitioner's PIL and raised concerns over changes made to Form 6, which is used by eligible citizens to apply for inclusion of their names in electoral rolls. The EC issued a press release on September 26 suggesting that the Supreme Court had upheld the Form 6 declaration in the May 2026 judgment relating to Bihar SIR. The bench issued notice on Tripathi's plea and tagged the matter with another PIL filed by Patna resident Rakesh Kumar Singh on the issue. Tripathi's plea, filed through advocate Chand Qureshi, has alleged that the CEC's actions violate the statutory requirement of collective decision-making. The plea also seeks initiation of criminal proceedings against the CEC and other officials for breach of official duty. Divested of any statutory or constitutional immunity, the Chief Election Commissioner remains directly accountable under the law -- subject to police investigation, evidence gathering, and regular trial proceedings as an ordinary accused, the plea states. Tripathi cited the provisions of the Chief Election Commissioner and Other Election Commissioners Act, 2023, particularly Section 18, which provides for decision-making by the EC and says that where there is a difference of opinion, the view of the majority prevails. One of the main issues the plea raises is the alteration of Form 6, which the people use to register as voters. It alleges that the requirement relating to ancestral details and link with the previous SIR was introduced through the election panel's software without the statutory amendment required under the electoral rules. According to the petition, the two election commissioners other than Kumar objected to the change and asserted that the prescribed form could not be altered without following the statutory procedure. Issue a writ of mandamus or any other appropriate writ, order, or direction declaring all decisions, guidelines, directives, and software modifications initiated, approved, or implemented under CEC Gyanesh Kumar without full commission concurrence or contrary to the majority opinion of the Election Commissioners as unconstitutional, ultra vires, and void ab initio, the plea says. Concerns over the handling of electoral roll revisions in Goa and West Bengal were also mentioned in the plea, which alleged that the software lacked the feature to restore 97 eligible electors in Goa despite directions for their verification. In West Bengal, the petitioner claimed that more than 16.10 lakh appeals were filed in the EC's name against voters whose names were restored by judicial officers. The other two election commissioners and the West Bengal chief electoral officer were not aware of these appeals, nor did they authorise them, the plea claims.
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Srinagar, Oct 05: Senior National Conference (NC) leader and MLA Tanvir Sadiq on Monday accused the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) of double standards on political unity and alleged that bureaucratic interference was undermining the functioning of Jammu and Kashmirs elected government. Speaking at the Halla Bol event in Srinagar, Sadiq questioned PDP president Mehbooba Muftis position on taking up issues concerning Jammu and Kashmir at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi, accusing her of a gap between her statements and actions. If you want to apologise, apologise. Do not apologise with excuses, Sadiq said, criticising what he described as attempts to justify a controversial statement after making it. He alleged that such explanations gave ammunition to those harassing people from Jammu and Kashmir. I do not think this behoves her, he said, referring to Mehbooba Mufti. He questioned the PDP leaders call for unity, asking what purpose it would serve if the objective was to reverse the developments of August 2019. Who brought us to this situation? Mehbooba Mufti did, Sadiq said, alleging a contradiction between her words and actions. He also questioned her stated intention to take up national and Jammu and Kashmir-related issues at Jantar Mantar, describing it as a drama and an attempt to mislead people. Bureaucratic interference is not healthy On the alleged role of the bureaucracy in obstructing the restoration of statehood and the functioning of the Omar Abdullah government, Sadiq said bureaucrats were taking directions from elsewhere, but warned that their perceived interference in an elected government's functioning set a damaging precedent. We all know where the bureaucracy is getting its directions from, he said. But if the bureaucracy is calling the shots, I think it sets a very bad precedent for an elected government, not just here but across the country. Sadiq alleged that deliberate hurdles were being placed in the way of the Omar Abdullah-led government. Whatever the Omar Abdullah government is doing, deliberate obstacles are being created. This should not happen, he said. He said the demand for restoration of statehood was intended, among other things, to strengthen the elected government and ensure that it could function effectively. That is precisely why we brought the statehood resolution, which the BJP opposed, he said. Referring to Jammu and Kashmirs distinct geographical and security circumstances, including its borders with different countries, Sadiq argued that the Union Territory could not be treated like an ordinary state. Empowering an elected government here and strengthening its authority is very important, he said, describing the prevailing bureaucratic arrangement as not a healthy precedent. Warns PDP against targeting NC leaders Sadiq also criticised the manner in which a senior political leader was questioned at the Halla Bol event, warning the PDP against what he portrayed as an attempt to intimidate political opponents. If you want to set this precedent, let me tell you one thing: wherever your leaders go, we will send our people there and ensure that they face such harassment that they will never be able to come forward again, he said. He described the questioning of an elderly leader in such a manner as inconsistent with democratic conduct. Speaking to an elderly leader in this manner is not right from a democratic point of view, Sadiq said. Accusing the person concerned of misrepresenting his political affiliations, he said he was aware of the individual's connections and associations. Sadiq also criticised the PDP's political record, alleging that the party had contributed to Jammu and Kashmir's destruction. If you want to continue this kind of politics, remember that we have 50 constituencies. Wherever they go, we will ask their leaders such questions that they will not be able to speak again, he said. He, however, urged the PDP not to push the NC into escalating political confrontation. My humble request is that you should not take us to that level. We can take politics to that level as well, he said. Responds to Bukhari's allegations Responding to allegations raised by Apni Party president Altaf Bukhari concerning construction linked to a person identified as Mr Chawla, Sadiq suggested that someone from the Apni Party was connected to the matter. I think there is someone from the Apni Party who is connected to this, he said, referring to a video in which the contractor had allegedly explained his position. Sadiq challenged Bukhari to substantiate his allegations and said the government had not handed over any government property to anyone. First of all, no government property has been given to anyone, and Tourism has not de-notified anything of this kind, he said. He added that the matter had already been clarified by the concerned adviser and called for evidence if any wrongdoing had taken place. If there is any truth to this, let them come forward and show us where we have gone wrong, Sadiq said
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Tushar Hiranandanis directorial Srikanth (2024), starring Rajkummar Rao, was a sleeper hit and also won critical acclaim. And now, it is also a National Award-winning film. At the 72nd National Film Awards, Srikanth won the Best Hindi Feature Film award. Tushars earlier film, Saand Ki Aankh (2019), like Srikanth, was also inspired by real-life people and incidents. Interestingly, both these films were very different from the feel-good and comic capers that Tushar Hiranandani was earlier associated with, such as Masti (2004), Atithi Tum Kab Jaoge (2010), FALTU (2011), Double Dhamaal (2011), Housefull 2 (2012), Main Tera Hero (2014), etc. In an exclusive interview with Bollywood Hungama, Tushar Hiranandani spoke about this aspect and a lot more. Tushar Hiranandani said, Before turning director, I was a writer and have written several films. Some are good, some are bad, some are funny, while some are atrocious! A lot of people tell me, How come you wrote these kinds of films and are now making films like Saand Ki Aankh and Srikanth? Well, firstly, age is a factor. I made my first film when I was 45. You mature and understand the mistakes that you have made. I believe we Indians realize what we really want to do only after we cross 40! Moreover, after I met my wife Nidhi (Nidhi Parmar Hiranandani), my thinking started changing. He revealed, The film Vicky Donor (2012) also had an effect on me. I remember coming back home after watching that film. Nidhi and I were married by then. It was a time when I was writing for all the top directors who were making comedies. But when I came back home, I told her, For some years, the kind of comedy I do spoof, gags and films that are not too heavy on story is finished. Vicky Donor will change a lot of things. People will gravitate towards such cinema. It was also a time when multiplexes were opening up. It was like the Dil Chahta Hai (2001) phenomenon. It may not have done huge business, but it is these cult films that change cinema in India. Vicky Donor was also a pathbreaker, at least in the comedy space. Tushar continued, This was also the time when I looked up to Mohit Suri. I had just seen his film, Murder 2 (2011), and I felt it was crazy. It was not my kind of film, but I just loved it. I walked up to him and said, Bro, I want to write your film. Thats how I bagged Ek Villain (2014). That was the turning point in my life. Tushar further said, During the shoot of Ek Villain, Mohit made sure that I was on the set every day. I was treated like a co-director; thats how he even credited me, besides crediting me as the films writer. That experience gave me the courage to direct. Tushar Hiranandani confessed, I always wanted to become a director, but I had given up on that dream because I was doing quite well as a writer. I also worked at Balaji Motion Pictures (as head of content development). In fact, at the age of 45, I wanted to give up altogether. We didnt have a child then and I wanted to retire! I had dreamt of going to Lonavala and indulging in gardening (smiles). But around this time, I saw the shooting dadi's on Aamir Khan sirs TV show, Satyamev Jayate. I started crying while hearing their story. I decided to make a film on them. I asked Nidhi, Wholl produce it? She replied, Ill produce it. Thats how both of us gave up our jobs and started making the film. The National Award winner signed off by saying, I always liked these kinds of films, but iss industry mein chalti hui gaadi ka bonnet nahin kholte. Until I had no option, I kept writing. When I was making Saand Ki Aankh, a lot of people told me, Are you mad? Why are you making a film on two old ladies? You know actors. You can get them and make a conventional film. But that didnt matter. I feel the script is the star. Also Read: EXCLUSIVE: Tushar Hiranandani on Srikanths Covid challenges: Shoot was cut from 65 to 55 days, but I finished it in 42; reveals the CLEVER hack that made Cape Town look like America: We shipped a yellow cab from NY to SA
Abhishek Bachchan has expressed his interest in returning to one of his most remembered songs, Kajra Re, nearly two decades after its release. The actor recently recalled the experience of shooting the song from Bunty Aur Babli and said he would love to be part of a 2.0 version, although he jokingly noted that Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and his father, Amitabh Bachchan, would also need to be convinced. In a conversation with BBC Asian Network, Abhishek was asked whether he would be interested in revisiting Kajra Re with a new version. The actor responded positively, saying, I'm down for that. I'd love it. You have got to convince Aishwarya and my dad, though. Reflecting on the original song, Abhishek recalled the shoot as one of the most enjoyable experiences of his career. He said the atmosphere on the sets was more like a celebration, with the cast and crew having a great time while filming the track. I don't know if I have had more fun shooting a song than shooting Kajra Re. It was just one big happy party. We enjoyed it so much. I still remember we were filming and it was my birthday, and they celebrated, he said. Abhishek also shared an interesting detail about how some of the song's candid moments came together. According to the actor, director Shaad Ali played the track for several hours on the sets, turning the shoot into an impromptu dance session. The footage captured during those moments was later incorporated into the final song. Basically, what Shaad did was just put on the song and for about four hours we just had a dance party. He actually shot a lot of that and inserted those shots of us just having fun, freaking out on set in the song. It's absolutely, I mean, cult status of a song. I love it. I had a blast shooting it. It was just great memories, great fun, he said. Released in 2005, Bunty Aur Babli featured Abhishek as a con artist alongside Rani Mukerji, while Amitabh Bachchan played the police officer pursuing them. Kajra Re featured Abhishek, Aishwarya and Amitabh together and became one of the film's most remembered songs. Composed by Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy, the song was sung by Alisha Chinai, Shankar Mahadevan and Javed Ali, with choreography by Vaibhavi Merchant. Also Read : Abhishek Bachchan celebrates ETPL finals: Edinburgh Castle Rockers beat Belfast Wolves to become inaugural champions
Shah Rukh Khan has praised Indian pilot Captain Smit Machchhar for his courage and presence of mind after he helped protect passengers on a Flydubai flight despite being attacked and stabbed by his co-pilot mid-air. The actor took to X to acknowledge Machchhars actions, highlighting how the pilot put the safety of those onboard ahead of his own. Shah Rukh wrote on X (formerly Twitter), Captain Smit Machchhar, you stood strong when it mattered the most!! Its not easy to stare adversity in the face and put ones safety on the line but you did just that to protect those onboard and showed us what being a Captain entails. A true display of courage and duty. Wishing you a speedy recovery, the country is proud of you Captain Smit Machchhar, you stood strong when it mattered the most!! Its not easy to stare adversity in the face and put ones safety on the line but you did just that to protect those onboard and showed us what being a Captain entails. A true display of courage and duty. Shah Rukh Khan (@iamsrk) October 3, 2026 Captain Smit Machchhar was operating Flydubai flight FZ1073, a Boeing 737 MAX 8 travelling from Dubai to Tel Aviv. The flight had 174 people onboard, including 27 children. On September 30, while the aircraft was flying over Saudi Arabia, Machchhar was attacked and stabbed by his co-pilot inside the cockpit. Despite sustaining serious injuries, Machchhar managed to open the cockpit door. His actions allowed passengers and crew members to intervene and overpower the attacker. Two other pilots who were travelling on the flight subsequently helped take control of the aircraft. The flight was diverted to Tabuk airport in Saudi Arabia, where it landed safely. Machchhar was taken to a hospital for treatment following the incident. From his hospital bed, Machchhar later spoke to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and recounted the events. During the conversation, he explained how he opened the cockpit door despite his injuries, enabling others to intervene and stop the attacker. His actions helped prevent further danger to the passengers and crew onboard the flight. Also Read : Farah Khan reveals Mithun Chakraborty caused a stampede on Om Shanti Om sets, even Shah Rukh Khan was confused
Lyricist Mehboob has carved a distinct niche for himself, having penned some of the finest songs of the 1990s and 2000s for films such as Rangeela (1995), Bombay (1995), Daud (1997), Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam (1999), Thakshak (1999) and Yuva (2004), among others. In the mid-2000s, he suffered from multiple slipped discs, due to which lyric writing took a backseat. He made a comeback with Heropanti 2 (2022) and, more recently, penned Adnan Samis much-loved single, Ishq Tamasha. In an exclusive interview with Bollywood Hungama, Mehboob went down memory lane and spoke about Vande Mataram and Humma Humma. Independence Day and patriotic celebrations are incomplete without A R Rahmans Vande Mataram, also known as Maa Tujhe Salaam. Rahman often ends his concerts with the song, giving goosebumps to those in attendance. When asked about his thought process while writing the iconic track and whether he felt nervous, Mehboob said, There was definitely a sense of responsibility because you werent writing just another film song. You were trying to put into words an emotion that millions of people have towards their country. The challenge was to make it powerful without making it complicated. Patriotism is a very personal emotion. I wanted the words to feel direct something that could be understood and felt immediately. As we were targeting young people, I came up with this simple phrase, Maa Tujhe Salaam. And as I said, a sense of responsibility was there, but not nervousness. At that time, of course, you dont know what a song is eventually going to become. You write as sincerely as you can. To see all these years later that Rahman performs it around the world and thousands of people sing those words with him is an extraordinary feeling. As a writer, what more could you ask for? Before Vande Mataram, Mehboob worked with A R Rahman on Bombay, which featured the hugely popular song Humma Humma. The track was later recreated for OK Jaanu (2017), and we asked Mehboob about his views on remixes. Mehboob confessed, To be honest, I am not very happy with the idea of remixes. We have great creative minds in our music industry, so why not try to make something different and new? The song which has happened has happened. It is done. Lets move ahead and create something new. Also Read: A R Rahman records 3 songs for Shekhar Kapurs Masoom: The Next Generation
Actress and performer Nyrraa M Banerji is continuing her musical journey with the release of KHWAB, her second song as a singer. The track is part of singer and composer Shariq Shezs latest EP and marks another step in Nyrraas exploration of music alongside her acting career. Talking about the release, Nyrraa said, Music has always been a very special form of expression for me, and with every song, Im discovering a new side of myself as an artist. KHWAB is particularly close to my heart because it allowed me to step beyond acting and connect with emotions through my voice. Im grateful to Shariq Shez and the entire team for giving me the opportunity to be part of this beautiful musical journey, and I hope listeners feel the same emotions that we poured into the song. With KHWAB, Nyrraa continues to explore creative opportunities beyond acting. Her second singing venture reflects her interest in music and her decision to experiment with another form of artistic expression. The song features Nyrraa M Banerji and Shariq Shez as vocalists, with Shariq Shez also composing the music. The track has been written by Rohit Gokul Purohit and produced by Creative Corona, while Loudbee Music serves as the label. KHWAB brings together soulful vocals and emotional storytelling. For Nyrraa, the song is another opportunity to develop her identity as a singer while exploring a different creative space. With her second song now released, Nyrraa M Banerji continues to balance her work as an actress and performer with her growing interest in music. Also Read : I said no to Naagin 7: Nyrraa Banerji refuses negative roles, eyes reality show hosting
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