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Tamil Nadu Govt Orders Employees To Declare Assets Online By October 31
Employees must disclose property, vehicles, jewellery, deposits and liabilities as of December 31, 2025 through IFHRMS.
Created in 1989 to take on Maoists in the forests of undivided Andhra Pradesh, the Greyhounds became a specialised counter-insurgency force. Over three decades later, as the insurgency recedes, Abhinay Deshpande revisits the forces battles and its losses, the legacy of a war that shaped it, and how the Greyhounds are preparing for a future beyond the Maoist conflict
Older Gen Z girls in Keralam delaying marriage
Sociologists say the shift is most visible among educated, working women
Jagtar Singh Jaggi Johal Granted Bail in All Seven Remaining Cases; Release Expected Soon
Jagtar Singh Jaggi Johal has been granted bail in all seven remaining cases. Advocate Jaspal Singh Manjhpur told Sikh Siyasat News that his release is expected after the required bail bonds and legal formalities are completed. The post Jagtar Singh Jaggi Johal Granted Bail in All Seven Remaining Cases; Release Expected Soon appeared first on Sikh Siyasat News .
Congress backs Mamata as ECI freezes name and symbol of Trinamool Congress
LoP Rahul Gandhi and Congress general secretary K.C. Venugopal criticised the ECI for freezing the name and symbol of the Trinamool Congress which was set up by Mamata Banerjee 28 years ago
Why has a Punjab villagers death triggered political uproar across the State? | Explained
With Punjab heading into Assembly elections, due in early 2027, mainstream political parties, including the Congress, SAD, and BJP are aggressively seizing on the issue
Washington: The Trump administration has approved visas for top Iranian officials, including the president and foreign minister, to attend next weeks UN General Assembly high-level meeting in New York even as the two countries are locked in a stalemated war. The State Department said Thursday that it had approved visas for Irans core delegation, along 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 .
Bank Holiday Today: Check If Banks Are Open Or Closed In Your State
Banks have remained closed on several days this month in different parts of the country due to festivals and other occasions.
Manu Bhaker, Tajinderpal Singh Toor to be Indias flag-bearers at Asian Games opening ceremony
Manu Bhaker and Tajinderpal Singh Toor will carry India's flag. The opening ceremony for the Asian Games is scheduled for Saturday. Bhaker is a double Olympic medal winner from Paris. Toor is the defending shot put champion at the Asian Games. Both athletes will lead the Indian contingent into the event.
iPhone 18 Pro mania: Fans queue up early as new iPhones go on sale in Delhi-NCR, Mumbai, Bengaluru
Watch the Official Teaser from Telugu movie 'Maya Lady' starring Rakesh Varre, Madhumita Sarcar, Satya, Indraja and Mysore Suresh. 'Maya Lady' movie is directed by Prasankar and produced by Rakesh Varre. To know more about 'Maya Lady' teaser watch the video. Check out the latest Telugu teasers, new movie teasers, trending Telugu movie teaser, and more at ETimes - Times of India Entertainment.
Watch the Official Trailer from Tamil movie 'Anbil Avan' starring Ashok Selvan, Preity Mukhundhan, Sabumon Abdusamad, Kadirbalu and Maha Delhi Ganesh. 'Anbil Avan' movie is directed by R Kaarthikeyan and produced by K. Karunamoorthy, Ashok Selvan and Abinaya Selvam. To know more about 'Anbil Avan' trailer watch the video. Check out the latest Tamil trailers, new movie trailers, trending Tamil movie trailer, and more at ETimes - Times of India Entertainment.
NO LUXURY SHOPPING!: Trumps BIZARRE Ban As Irans Pezeshkian, Araghchi Head To UNGA Showdown
The upcoming 81st United Nations General Assembly is set to become a major diplomatic flashpoint as senior Iranian officials are expected to attend the gathering in New York amid the ongoing U.S.-Iran war. The Trump administration has allowed a core Iranian delegation to enter the U.S., while imposing restrictions on their movement and luxury shopping. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian is expected to attend the UNGA, with Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi also reportedly accompanying him. At the same time, Washington has denied Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas an entry visa for the gathering, citing actions the State Department says seek to internationalize the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
Nearly 40% Of Uttarakhand Madrasas In Old Records Closed After New Norms, Only 30 Get Recognition
Nearly four in 10 madrasas listed under Uttarakhands previous regulatory framework have shut down, according to official data, as the state overhauls its system for recognising minority educational institutions. Of 452 previously registered madrasas, 179 are no longer operating, while 19 have been sealed for alleged rule violations. Only 30 have secured recognition from the Education Department, with 134 applications pending and 54 institutions yet to apply. Meanwhile, the newly established Uttarakhand State Minority Education Authority has recognised 35 minority institutions, including 33 madrasas. The figures come amid a regulatory transition following the replacement of the Uttarakhand Madrasa Board.
No More U.S. Bullying!: Canadians Rally Behind Carneys EU Membership Plan Amid Trump Feud
Canada EU ties and Mark Carneys EU associate membership proposal are drawing attention in Vancouver as Canada weighs closer relations with Europe. Carney told the European Parliament that deeper cooperation could protect Canadas markets and sovereignty, while outlining stronger links in trade, defence, critical minerals, AI, energy and research. The proposal comes amid strained US-Canada relations, with Trumps tariffs and repeated 51st-state comments adding pressure as Ottawa seeks greater economic and geopolitical independence.#Canada #MarkCarney #EuropeanUnion #CanadaEU #Vancouver #EU
UoH gets Rs 4.98 cr grant to develop AI-powered PCOS blood test
Hyderabad: A multidisciplinary team of researchers from the University of Hyderabads (UoH) School of Life Sciences has been awarded a Rs 4.98 crore research grant from the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) to develop an AI-powered blood test for Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), which was recently named Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS). Sanctioned under 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 .
Will resolve issue and start delivering: HAL CMD Ravi Kumar on Tejas LCA Mk1A
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited is working to resolve Tejas Mk1A software integration challenges. The company will deliver seventy Hindustan Turbo Trainer-40 aircraft over four to five years. Prototypes for the CATS Warrior autonomous drone are now under fabrication. Four Dhruv Next Generation helicopters are being handed over to Pawan Hans Limited. Two Light Combat Aircraft Tejas trainer jets are also being delivered to the Indian Air Force.
Kerala Widens Lionel Messi Event Probe, Ex-Sports Minister Likely To Be Quizzed
A probe is being conducted into alleged irregularities in the previous government's move to host Argentina's national team's match featuring Lionel Messi in Kochi in 2025.
Apple's iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max are now available in India, while iPhone duo will be up for sale next month. Prices differ significantly between India and the US, leading many to consider purchasing devices abroad. Here's all you need to know about custom rules.
Indias defence start-up boom is outrunning its talent pipeline
Without targeted skilling, 40-45% of roles in the sector could remain unfilled by 2030, a gap that risks bottlenecking aircraft development, unmanned systems, naval projects and secure communications networks
As Project Cheetah completes 4 years, big cat population in India rises to 52
The next phase of the cheetah restoration programme involves expanding suitable habitat for cheetahs and establishing a comprehensive, long term cheetah meta population in India.
LTSCT unveiled 40 products at SEMICON India 2026, showcasing its new silicon carbide platform for the first time. The company also presented its first fully designed-in-India BLDC motor controller. These innovations span secure identity, surveillance, and power electronics applications. The new products aim to support India's growing semiconductor ecosystem and technological sovereignty.
Seventeen (17) subjects have been listed on the agenda for discussion at the Cabinet meeting
Flying IndiGo Gets Costlier: Infant Fee, Baggage and Priority Charges Revised
IndiGo has raised several optional service charges, increasing travel costs for families and passengers carrying extra luggage.
India Celebrates World Patient Safety Day 2026 with Focus on Non-Communicable Diseases
The Indian Health Ministry marked World Patient Safety Day 2026, emphasizing patient safety in non-communicable disease care. India Celebrates World Patient Safety Day 2026 with Focus on Non-Communicable Diseases
Demand strong, fuel crisis far less severe than COVID: AirAsia's Fernandes
Fernandes said AirAsia had strong liquidity and was adept at managing cash, adding the current crisis was largely driven by geopolitical tensions and higher fuel prices
NSE IPO crosses halfway mark on 2nd day of bidding; check GMP & reviews
The NSE opened for subscription on Thursday and will remain open till Monday, September 21. The exchange has set a price band of 1,700-1,785 per share.
iPhone 18 Pro, Pro Max go on sale in India as Apple Stores see rush
Huge crowds also gathered outside the store at Jio World Drive in Mumbai, while customers queued up outside the Apple Store in Bengaluru to purchase the newly launched iPhones
Trump moves ahead with F-35 sales to Saudi despite intelligence concerns
US intelligence agencies have warned in internal reports that China could acquire or steal US warplane technology if F-35 jets are sent to Saudi Arabia
Telangana cop dies as service weapon goes off while cleaning
Hyderabad: A police official died in Nizamabad district of Telangana on Friday, September 18, after his service weapon allegedly misfired while he was cleaning it, police said. The incident occurred in Nizamabad police headquarters when Reserve Inspector H Satish was cleaning the weapon, a police release said. Nizamabad Commissioner of Police P Sai Chaitanya rushed 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 .
DUSU Elections 2026 Live Updates: Delhi BJP Chief Says ABVP Will Win All 4 Seats
DUSU Elections 2026 LIVE Updates: Tight security arrangements are in place across polling centres to ensure smooth polling. A total of 1,51,842 students are eligible to cast votes.
JKBOSE 10th, 12th Date Sheet 2026 for Winter Zone out on official portal
JKBOSE has released the board exams Winter Zone Date Sheet 2026 for the Annual regular exams. The Class 10 exams will begin on Oct 19, 2026, while the Class 12 exams from Oct 21
Police debunk 24-karat gold-plated Ganesh idol claims in Hyderabads Goshamahal
The police alleged that the publicity was intended to promote the commercial interests of Lee Chee Pearls and Jewels
Police debunk 24-karat gold-plated Ganesh idol claims in Hyderabads Goshamahal
The police alleged that the publicity was intended to promote the commercial interests of Lee Chee Pearls and Jewels
Asiad 2026: Accommodation complaints 'down to zero', says Tayaab Ikram
Ikram defended the container-based accommodation, saying it is well-arranged and offers a good environment for athletes
Takedas Qdenga dengue vaccine to be distributed in India by Dr Reddys in 2027
Takedas two-dose dengue vaccine has been approved by CDSCO for people aged 4-60
Brand-new premium single-screen theatre opens in Hyderabad today
Hyderabads love affair with cinema shows no signs of slowing down. From packed multiplexes to iconic single screens that continue to hold a special place in the hearts of moviegoers, the citys theatre culture is witnessing an interesting revival. Adding to this growing excitement, Hyderabad has welcomed yet another revamped single-screen theatre today. Mythri Shiva 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 .
Punjab Police ASI shot dead by two motorcycle-borne men during night patrol in Amritsar
In a shocking incident, an Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) was shot dead while on patrol in Punjab's Amritsar in the early hours of Thursday. The incident took place at around 2:30 am near Dana Mandi in...
Rs 18.34 lakh stipend: When can students claim income-tax exemption?
Order draws a line between educational support and employment income, with implications for students receiving scholarships and stipend
iPhone 18 Pro, Pro Max Now Available In India; Base iPhone 18 Delayed
Apple has officially started selling the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max in India, with the latest Pro models available from the companys India online store and its six retail outlets across the country. The new iPhones went on sale on Friday, September 18, giving Indian customers access to Apples latest Pro lineup. [] The post iPhone 18 Pro, Pro Max Now Available In India; Base iPhone 18 Delayed appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Collusion, Theft: Rahul Gandhi Slams Poll Panel Over Trinamool Symbol Freeze
Throwing his weight behind the embattled Trinamool chief Mamata Banerjee, the Leader of Opposition said that it's not her fight alone.
Women Cant Lift LPG Cylinders?: Supreme Court Slams Gender-Based Denial Of IOCL Job
Supreme Court awards 12 lakh after woman was denied an LPG plant job over gender-based assumptions.
India's semiconductor journey appears strong with government policy continuity and significant investments. Tata Electronics is building a fabrication plant in Dholera and an assembly facility in Assam. These projects involve a combined investment of fourteen billion dollars for global industries. The company is securing numerous suppliers and partners to build a domestic ecosystem. These initiatives aim to establish India's semiconductor manufacturing capabilities at a grassroots level.
El Nino Puts India On Track For Its Driest Monsoon In 17 Years
Adequate monsoon rains are crucial for the hundreds of millions of Indian farmers who depend on the seasonal precipitation to irrigate fields in the country, which is among the world's biggest producers of rice, sugar and cotton
BSE SME Raksan Transformers holds the line after flat listing
Raksan Transformers traded at Rs 271.05 on the BSE, a 0.71% discount to the issue price of Rs 273.
Brahmaputra Infra JV bags bridge construction contract of Rs 89.73 cr
From PWD B&R Branch, Govt. of Punjab
California homeowners 53-year-old backyard pool faces removal over easement
In Huntington Beach, 29 homeowners are in a legal dispute with the Orange County Sanitation District over a 30-foot sewer easement running through their backyards. Some residents had built pools and other structures with city permits. OC San says the space is needed to maintain an ageing wastewater pipeline, while a court has allowed the homeowners case to proceed to trial.
Vicky Kaushal purchases new iPhone 18 Pro Max as sales open in India
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Russia, China veto UN bid to monitor Iran sanctions
United Nations: Russia and China vetoed a United Nations resolution Thursday, September 17, that would have authorized UN experts to keep monitoring sanctions that were reimposed against Iran last year over its nuclear program. The UN Security Council sanctions are still in effect, which freeze Irans assets abroad, halt arms deals with Tehran and penalize 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 .
Dr Reddys bags exclusive distribution rights of Takedas dengue vaccine QDENGA in India
Takedas two-dose dengue vaccine has been approved by CDSCO for people aged 4-60 and is expected to enter Indias private market in the first half of 2027.
Shapoorji Pallonji Group backs Tata Sons listing; Tata Group stocks fall
The SP Group proposed selling a portion of its stake in the holding company, Tata Sons, for at least 25,000 crore
Venomous sea snake returns to California beach after 8 years
Gold, silver prices strengthen despite US Federal Reserve rate hike
In early trade on Friday, September 18, gold and silver prices were trading firm
India bonds little changed, debt auction cutoff to guide
Indian government bonds maintained a steady performance as traders keenly monitored new debt supply cutoffs. In September, the Reserve Bank of India revealed plans for extensive open market debt sales. These initiatives are intended to absorb excess liquidity while enhancing the transmission of monetary policy. Market participants are also expecting further bond offerings from the central bank in light of anticipated rate increases from both the Federal Reserve and RBI.
Visually challenged students write exams without help of scribes at Andhra Loyola College
The students keyed in their answers on laptops, after which the answer scripts were printed and forwarded to the respective examiners for evaluation
Paramedical students seek 15,000 monthly stipend for hospital training in Andhra Pradesh
Delays in examinations and release of results are affecting higher education, employment and competitive examination opportunities, they say
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 18 (IANS) Long queues and enthusiastic customers marked the first sale of Apple's iPhone 18 series in India on Friday with buyers turning up early at Apple stores in the national capital, Maharashtra and Karnataka to get their hands on the latest series. Sales of the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max began at 8 am with a large number of customers arriving at Apple stores, including the outlets at Mumbai's BKC and Delhi's Select Citywalk. Speaking to IANS, excited buyers said they had pre-booked the devices and arrived at the stores according to their allotted slots. I have already booked online. We have a 9 am slot and have booked two phones, a customer waiting outside an Apple store told IANS. At a Delhi store, one customer said he was buying the iPhone 18 Pro and had been using Apple's smartphones for years. I am very excited and am buying the iPhone 18 Pro. I buy a new iPhone every year. I have been using iPhones since 2009, starting with the iPhone 4, and have used all the variants so far, he said. Another Delhi customer said he was buying the iPhone 18 Pro Max 512 GB for his daughter, who was unaware of the purchase. I have been using iPhones since 2008, starting with the iPhone 3G. This will be her first iPhone, and she is very excited. She does not know that I am buying it for her, so I think she will be surprised, he said. The first sale also drew buyers who travelled long distances to Mumbai. One customer said he travelled from Gujarat and reached the store at around 6 am after visiting Lalbaugcha Raja. I have booked the iPhone 18 Pro. It costs around Rs 1.64 lakh, he said, while highlighting features including a new camera shutter, a smaller Dynamic Island and the A20 processor. He also mentioned the new Cherry Red colour. Another buyer travelled from Surat and purchased both the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max. I have come all the way from Surat. I bought both the iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max. My travel took around five to six hours. After reaching here, I waited for another six hours and spent around two and a half hours in the queue, he said. For the buyer, the first-day purchase was as much about the experience as the device itself. I have been emotionally connected with the iPhone for a long time. All iPhone users know that whether there is something new in the phone or not, getting the new phone on the first day matters, he said. I am very happy, absolutely happy, and 100 per cent satisfied. I have been waiting since 10 pm, he added. Moreover, actor Vicky Kaushal was also at the Apple Store in BKC as sales of the iPhone 18 series began in India. Similarly, in Bengaluru, customers also arrived early for the first sale. One Bengaluru buyer, who had been waiting since around 5:30 am, said improvements to the camera and AI features were among the reasons for his excitement. The camera quality is better... The AI feature is also new, and Siri is also better this time. So, I'm eagerly waiting to use it, he said. However, ahead of the opening of stores, long queues were also seen outside Apple's Select Citywalk store in Saket. One customer waiting to purchase the device said he needed several phones and had pre-ordered the iPhone 18 Pro Max. I need to buy 5-7 phones. I have come here to purchase the iPhone 18 Pro Max that I pre-ordered, he said. Another buyer from Karnataka said he reached the store around 6 am and was excited to discover that he was the first customer to open the new phone. I don't upgrade every year. I upgrade only when I feel it's worth it. I was using the iPhone 11, then the 13. Now I thought, after five years, it's definitely worth the upgrade, the customer said.
India heads for driest monsoon since 2009 as El Nio curbs rainfall
Cumulative rainfall during the June to September monsoon season is 15% below the long-term average so far, according IMD
Russia, China Block US Move To Extend UN Panel Tracking Iran Sanctions For Another Year
Shapoorji Group chairman welcomes RBI decision, backs listing of Tata Sons
SP Group chairman says public listing can strengthen transparency, governance and philanthropy, and calls for closer engagement with Tata Sons and Tata Trusts
More Victims Emerge In Granite Baron POCSO Case
The ongoing police investigation into the POCSO case against granite baron R Veeramani has led to the identification of multiple survivors, many of whom were minors and from economically underprivileged backgrounds when allegedly assaulted. Charges under the SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act have been added, and Veeramani has been granted three days police custody for questioning within the prison due to his age and health.
PVR Inox hits 52-week high, up 12% in 6 days post share buyback record date
On Friday, PVR Inox's share price quoted higher for the third straight trading day, soaring 7 per cent during the period. The ex-date for share buyback was September 04, 2026.
Early voting begins in US midterms that could flip control of Congress
In-person voting for this year's midterm elections begins Friday, ushering in the final six weeks for Americans to decide who they trust to lead Congress through a cost-of-living crisis, a prolonged war in Iran and other pressing issues. Election administrators say they're prepared and confident the vote will be accurate and secure. Nevertheless, President Donald Trump has continued with efforts to denigrate certain voting methods and reshape how US elections are run, through court challenges, an expansive federal hunt for noncitizen voters and a pressure campaign to force election officials to share sensitive voter data. Friday marks the start of early voting in Virginia. Voters in a handful of other states, including Idaho, Minnesota and South Dakota, are able to cast absentee ballots in person, typically at a local election office or voting centre. More expansive early voting is scheduled to begin in those and other states in the coming weeks. The November 3 election includes vot
BSE SME Panchatv Bharat struggles to weave gains on market debut
Panchatv Bharat traded at Rs 122.55 on the BSE, a 12.46% discount to the issue price of Rs 140.
Veegaland Developers lists at premium
Shares of Veegaland Developers were currently trading at Rs 143.45 at 10:21 IST on the BSE, representing a premium of 2.46% as compared with the issue price of Rs 140.
BEML rises after securing order worth Rs 5,400 crore from National High Speed Rail Corp
BEML advanced 3.91% to Rs 2091.75 after the company announced that it has secured an order valued at over Rs 5,400 crore from National High Speed Rail Corporation (NHSRCL).
Indices trade with minor gains; realty shares rally for 3rd day
Realty shares jumped in the three consecutive trading sessions.
Shapoorji Pallonji welcomes RBI decision on Tata Sons listing; seeks closer ties with Tata Trusts
The Reserve Bank of India has set expectations for Tata Sons to meet its listing criteria. Shapoorji Pallonji Mistry welcomed the decision, highlighting a positive outlook, while Tata Trusts expressed their firm opposition and will explore other avenues beyond a public listing. The Shapoorji Pallonji Group looks to capitalize on its stake in Tata Sons, as both factions emphasize the importance of constructive dialogue and strengthened ties in the future.
SBI gets 10-acre BFC land for data centre over Raidurg dispute
Hyderabad: Telangana government has allotted a 10-acre land parcel to the State Bank of India (SBI) in Meerkhanpet for its proposed data centre. The land forms part of a settlement to the long-running dispute between the state government and SBI over nearly five acres in Raidurg. As part of the arrangement, seven acres in Bharat 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 .
AI is now building AI: Anthropic says Claude leads 26% of its R&D work
More than 90 per cent of Anthropic's AI R&D work is now performed at a level where AI either collaborates with humans or leads the work, the company said
'What About US Cartels?': Mexico Gives 'REALITY CHECK' To Trump After Canada's Brutal 'War'
Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum directly challenged Donald Trump's criticism over drug trafficking, asking what the US is doing to tackle cartels, money laundering and weapons flowing into Mexico. She also questioned drug consumption and distribution networks in the US, while stressing that the issue cannot be addressed solely from Mexico. As pressure from Washington increases, Sheinbaum rejected foreign intervention and defended Mexico's sovereignty, saying cooperation is possible but decisions must remain with Mexico.#ClaudiaSheinbaum #DonaldTrump #Mexico #USMexico #DrugTrafficking #Cartels #MoneyLaundering #DrugWar #MexicoSovereignty #USPolitics
Scene - Official Telugu Teaser
Watch the Official Teaser from Telugu movie 'Scene' starring Suriya, Nazriya Nazim, Naslen, Anandraj, Lal and Raj Priyan. 'Scene' movie is directed by Jithu Madhavan and produced by Jyotika Suriya. To know more about 'Scene' teaser watch the video. Check out the latest Telugu teasers, new movie teasers, trending Telugu movie teaser, and more at ETimes - Times of India Entertainment.
NSE IPO Day 2: Issue Subscribed 51% So Far. Check GMP, Price Band, Review
NSE IPO opened for public subscription on September 17 and will close on September 21. The IPO price band is Rs 1,700-1,785 per share.The Rs 22,568.94 crore NSE IPO is entirely an OFS of 12.64 crore...
Adarana-3 scheme to be relaunched soon, says Viswabrahmin Corporation chief
A proposal to provide pensions to Vishwabrahmin artisans from the age of 50 has been brought to the notice of the government, says A.P. Viswabrahmin Welfare and Development Corporation chairperson
IND-W vs JPN-W, Asian Games 2026 Women's Cricket Quarter-Final Live Updates: India captain Harmanpreet Kaur has won the toss and opted to bowl in their historic match against Japan at Asian Games 2026.
Asiad 2026: India cricket teams' full schedule, squads, match timings
The cricket action will commence with the women's event starting September 17, before the men's teams get into action on September 24
IndiGo rises 2%; analysts expect ancillary service fee hike to aid margins
According to reports, IndiGo has hiked charges for various ancillary services, including infant travel and unaccompanied minors. Charges have been revised higher for travel of infants
Rahul Gandhi slams EC over TMC name, symbol ban, says vote chori, govt chori, now party chori
Rahul Gandhi criticized the Election Commission's decision to bar rival Trinamool Congress factions from using the party name and symbol in West Bengal bypolls, alleging a pattern of BJP and EC collusion to split parties and snatch symbols. He stated this undermines democratic decline, comparing it to vote and government theft. The Congress condemned the EC's move as an abdication of responsibility, calling it a irthday gift to PM Modi.
Asiad 2026: Cramped Costa Serena rooms, allocation mess trouble athletes
Rooms meant for two are being shared by three, complained some Indian athletes lodged at the much-criticised Costa Serena cruise ship for the Asian Games as even the host nation's competitors looked for alternate accommodation amid the organisational chaos that has rocked the build-up to the mega-event here. Barely two days before the opening ceremony, local media reports suggested that some Japanese athletes are looking for alternative arrangements after cases of male and female players being allocated shared rooms emerged. There have been cases where coaches, team officials, and athletes have been assigned to the same room. There are also situations where room assignments were made purely based on the numbers, such as assigning five twin rooms for a group of five men and five women, Japan's deputy chef de mission Hisashi Mizutori said at a media interaction here. While the numbers match on paper, practically it creates challenging situations such as men and women being assigned
Bengaluru entrepreneur Ritish Reddy said his daughter was stuck in traffic for two hours on Varthur Road on September 17. The Zluri CEO shared a video showing a lengthy traffic jam in the Varthur-Gunjur area and said children regularly face lengthy commutes on the stretch. Other parents and residents also raised concerns about road conditions, potholes, infrastructure work and traffic
Shapoorji Pallonji Group, Tata Sons' second-largest shareholder, backs IPO
Shapoorji Pallonji Group, which owns about 18.4% of Tata Sons, has backed a potential listing of the holding company after the RBI rejected Tata Sons request to surrender its Upper-Layer NBFC registration and directed it to comply with listing requirements.
AI must deliver for ordinary Indians: Kwatra
Digital Desk | Seattle, Sep 18 (IANS) Indias Ambassador to the United States, Vinay Kwatra, has said artificial intelligence will gain scale in India only if it delivers practical benefits to ordinary people and businesses, cautioning technology leaders against assuming that American models can simply be replicated. Addressing the Ideas4India forum in Seattle, Kwatra said Indias approach to technology had to be understood through its development needs. Much of the population would engage with AI as users, with adoption shaped by the results it produced. I can tell you what works in Bay Area and Seattle will not work in India, he said. Kwatra spoke after technology executives raised questions about Indias AI capabilities, talent, infrastructure and role in creating new technology. He urged them to consider the circumstances in which people would actually use it. He illustrated the point with a small grocery owner. Such a business, he said, would pay Rs 300 a month for intelligence only if it delivered a useful outcome. So I think all questions on AI get answered on outcome at the level of society, he said. The ambassador cited digital public infrastructure as an example of technology finding acceptance because it produced results people could use. India was receptive to technology in that sense, he said. He also challenged a narrow distinction between producing and consuming technology. What counted as creation differed according to a persons level of development and immediate needs. So when I'm struggling for my food, then food security is my creation, Kwatra said. The remarks by the ambassador placed practical demand alongside the debate over advanced AI models and computing capacity. He said deployment would depend on the level society could absorb and the infrastructure available to support it. AI will get positioned in India in all three layers, but at a scale and at the level which society can absorb and infrastructure can support, he said. Kwatra argued that financing also depended on the usefulness of the technology. Developing AI capabilities required money, which would follow when the use of those capabilities produced an outcome. Money will come only if there is an outcome associated with that inference, he said. He identified separate responsibilities for government and business. Decisions about sovereign models, the organisation of data and whether that data should be available for training models globally were among the questions authorities would have to consider. The corporate sector also had a role, he said, responding to a question about Indias development of large language models. That question should be put to Indian companies as well as government. Kwatra also thanked Indian-origin technology leaders for their contribution to Indias development and international standing. Their achievements in the United States mattered to how India was perceived, even where the connection was not immediately tangible. Microsoft Chairman and CEO Satya Nadella, the forums guest of honour, similarly emphasised broad access. He recalled a demonstration in India in which an AI-enabled service helped a farmer seek information about a government scheme through WhatsApp. The September 17 gathering was convened by the Consulate General of India in Seattle as a follow-up to the India AI Impact Summit 2026. More than 40 Indian-origin chief executives and chief technology officers attended. The consulate said Kwatra reaffirmed an AI mission based on inclusivity, openness, sovereignty, democratised access, safety and trust. Several participating companies have substantial engineering, research and business operations in India, according to the organisers. The consulate cited Microsofts announced $17.5 billion investment during 20262029 and Amazons announced $48 billion investment during 20262030 as examples of the wider commercial relationship supporting India-US technology cooperation.
Allahabad HC strict on recording statements of witnesses, directs DGP
Allahabad High Court directed the UP DGP to consider making audio-video recording of witness statements mandatory.Allahabad HC directs DGP to record statements of witnesses (file photo)The Allahabad High Court has directed the Uttar Pradesh Director General of Police (DGP) to consi...
Appointment cannot go through: Adv HP Ranina decodes Tata Sons vs Tata Trusts battle
An Assistant Sub-Inspector of Punjab police, Harjit Singh, was shot dead by two unidentified motorcycle-borne men while on duty at the Bhagtawala Grain Market in Amritsar. The incident occurred around 3 am, and the officer was declared dead at a private hospital.
Mamata faction submits choices for names, symbols to EC
The Trinamool Congress has submitted new names and symbols to the Election Commission for the upcoming West Bengal bypolls, following an interim order that temporarily barred the party from using its original name and flowers and grass symbol due to an ongoing internal dispute and split. The party submitted its choices under protest.
Sharad Pawar urges CM Fadnavis to declare drought in Maharashtra, seeks relief package for farmers
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 18 (IANS) Nationalist Congress Party-SP (NCP-SP) chief Sharad Pawar has raised the severe agrarian crisis in Maharashtra due to erratic monsoon rains with Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and demanded immediate intervention on nine key points. His letter to the Chief Minister comes shortly after Fadnavis expressed his resolve to make Marathwada drought-free on the occasion of Marathwada Liberation Day. Citing the stark ground reality, Pawar, who uploaded the letter on Friday on X, emphasised that deficient rainfall has severely impacted crops across Marathwada and other parts of the state, leaving farmers in deep distress, and raised urgent concerns regarding standing crops, drinking water shortages, and fodder scarcity for livestock. Due to the failure of rains across most parts of the state this year, the farming community is facing a massive crisis. Standing crops such as soybean, cotton, pearl millet (bajra), maize, pigeon pea (tur), green gram (moong), and black gram (urad) have withered away, compounded by an increase in pest infestations. Consequently, the situation regarding agriculture, drinking water, and fodder supply is set to worsen, he warned. The former Union Minister has demanded immediate declaration of drought bypassing formal procedural norms, identifying worst-hit talukas as drought-affected and implementing relief measures without delay, providing financial aid of at least Rs 50,000 per hectare to affected farmers and a special assistance package of Rs 25,000 to landless farm-labour households and implementing a farm loan waiver immediately to ensure fresh crop credit. He has also emphasised the need to increase the incentive subsidy for farmers who pay loans regularly from Rs 50,000 to Rs 1,00,000, and extend loan waiver benefits to farmers whose crop loans from 202526 have defaulted due to current conditions, and implement the Re 1 crop insurance scheme retroactively to ensure coverage for affected farmers. Additionally, he sought release of the previously announced crop insurance compensation of Rs 17,000 per hectare for damage caused by unseasonal rains last year. Pawar has also demanded the launch of dedicated initiatives under the rural employment guarantee scheme (MGNREGS) for water conservation and agricultural works in affected talukas, supplying water tankers to safeguard fruit orchards, conducting rapid surveys in water-scarce villages to deploy government tankers, establishing fodder camps for livestock based on local demand and starting a special campaign via the Energy Department to repair faulty power transformers on time to counter load-shedding issues during the drought. Further, Pawar has urged the state government to set up state-level and district-level control rooms to monitor daily rainfall, crop conditions, water scarcity, fodder availability, and livestock health and grant a complete educational fee waiver -- rather than just an examination fee exemption -- for students studying in schools, colleges, and educational institutes across drought-affected talukas. Considering the gravity of this serious situation arising for farmers, farm labourers, livestock, and rural life, it is expected that the Chief Minister will take positive decisions on the above demands and implement necessary remedial measures immediately, said Pawar in his post on X. CM Fadnavis has not yet issued an official response to the demands. Pawar's communication to the CM comes after the state cabinet on Tuesday reviewed the monsoon situation. The Revenue and Agriculture Departments have informed that 83 talukas across 19 districts have gone without rain for over 20 days. CM Fadnavis and several ministers expressed deep concern over the situation. Although no immediate relief package was announced, CM Fadnavis instructed state administrative machinery to stay on high alert. Following the Cabinet discussion, the government clarified that a formal drought declaration cannot be made immediately. Under the National Disaster Response Fund (NDRF) guidelines and Central Drought Management norms, official crop-damage surveys (Panchnamas) and ground verification must be conducted after October 5 to qualify for financial relief. Premature surveys would risk disqualifying farmers from central aid packages. Conducting assessments prior to that date would disqualify the affected farmers from official relief aid and result in an inaccurate estimation of damage. The government is currently preparing a comprehensive list of relief measures for farmers, and officials have been urged to coordinate effectively, said the Agriculture Department in its presentation.
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