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Kolkata, Sep 5 (IANS) The normal train services on the repaired railways track along the New Farakka Line in West Bengal's Murshidabad district have finally become normal on Saturday night after continued disruption for more than 65 hours following a landslide along the railway tracks there two days ago. The repair work for the damaged railways tracks because of the landslide started since Thursday. However, the repair works were hindered to a great extent because of the two related hindrance fa

Mumbai, Sep 5 (IANS) Bollywood actor Boman Irani spoke about the 100th-year birth celebrations of the legendary Uttam Kumar. Speaking exclusively to IANS, Boman said that an incredible artist like Uttam Kumar should be celebrated for years and years to come to inspire the coming generation of artists. Taking a trip down memory lane, he said that they were introduced to the legend as youngsters through the popular Bengali and Hindi bilingual drama 'Amanush', which was made under the direction of

Gandhinagar, Sep 5 (IANS) Forty teachers from across Gujarat were honoured with the 'State Best Teacher Award' on Saturday at a ceremony held to mark Teachers Day, recognising their contribution to education and the development of students. Governor Acharya Devvrat and Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel presented the awards to the teachers at the state-level ceremony organised by the Education Department. The awardees received certificates of appreciation and cash prizes in recognition of their work

Dubai, Sep 5 (IANS) On a scorching 40-degree evening in Dubai, the anticipation of a fierce India-Pakistan game quickly evaporated into another familiar, stark mismatch. History had offered little comfort to Pakistan coming into Saturdays clash in the 2026 Womens Asia Cup, having dropped four consecutive fixtures to their neighbours across formats. Yet, as twenty-two players lined up under oppressive, humid conditions to square off on a fresh pitch offering grip and sharp turn, it seemed set for

Jaipur, Sep 5 (IANS)In its effort to curb cybercrime and strengthen public awareness about cybersecurity, the Cyber Crime Branch, Rajasthan Police, has issued an advisory urging citizens to secure their Wi-Fi networks against hacking and unauthorised access. Additional Director General of Police (Cyber Crime) VK Singh said that in today's digital environment, Wi-Fi is not merely a means of accessing the internet but a network connecting mobile phones, laptops, smart TVs, and other smart devices

Kolkata, Sep 5 (IANS) The trial run on the repaired railways track along the New Farakka Line in West Bengal's Murshidabad district has been successful, following which the normal train services are expected to begin from Saturday, the Eastern Railway have claimed. The repair work was successfully completed on Saturday morning following which the trial run started. Now, an insider from the Eastern Railway said that normal train services will resume from Saturday night. However, he added that it

Mumbai, Sep 5 (IANS) Emphasising that global trade alone cannot foster a better world, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Saturday urged international stakeholders to build partnerships based on shared human values, cultural exchange, and continuous dialogue. He was speaking at the inauguration of the second edition of the Global Impact Forum 2026 (GIF) held in Mumbai on Saturday. Addressing an international assembly, Fadnavis highlighted that while nations differ in culture, tradit

Imphal, Sep 5 (IANS) Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh on Saturday thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah for deferring the Census-2027 exercise in the state. The Ministry of the Home Affairs on Saturday issued a Gazette notification deferring the houselisting operations for Census 2027 in Manipur. A day before its pre-schedule start, the Central government on August 31 announced to defer the Census-2027 exercise in Manipur amid continuing protests and

Ahmedabad, Sep 5 (IANS) Ahmedabad Customs officials have seized 5,519.7 grams of suspected hydroponic marijuana from a passenger arriving from Ho Chi Minh City, after the contraband was allegedly concealed inside food packaging in his hand baggage. The seizure was made by officers of the Air Intelligence Unit (AIU), Ahmedabad Customs, following passenger profiling and X-ray screening of hand baggage. The passenger, a Mumbai resident, had arrived in Ahmedabad on September 4 on VietJet Air flight

Itanagar, Sep 5 (IANS) Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt Gen K.T. Parnaik (Retd) on Saturday cautioned that Chinas contemporary strategic outlook continues to reflect expansionist tendencies, as evident from its territorial claims and assertive posturing along disputed borders. Addressing the PIC-CCAS China Conference-2026 at the Pune International Centre (PIC), the Governor, referring to Chinas claims over Arunachal Pradesh and areas in Ladakh, stressed that India must remain vigilant, united and p

Vijayanagara (Karnataka), Sep 5 (IANS) Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar on Saturday launched the Prajaseva campaign in Kudligi and said the government would discuss a proposal to provide 7.5 per cent reservation to students studying in government schools in rural areas. Speaking at the inaugural programme, Shivakumar said the proposal was intended to benefit children studying in government schools in villages and that further details would be shared after discussions. The Chief Minister,

Jaipur, Sep 5 (IANS) Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma on Saturday held a massive roadshow in Bhilwara in support of BJP candidates contesting the municipal elections. The road show, held from Dudhadhari Gopal Mandir to Maharana Talkies, witnessed an enthusiastic response, with large numbers of people and party workers gathering along the route to welcome the Chief Minister. At several locations, people showered flowers on the Chief Minister as he passed through the city. Before the roadshow, Shar

Paramaribo, Sep 5 (IANS) India's Ambassador to Suriname, Subhash Gupta, and Suriname's Minister for External Affairs, Alva Baptist, discussed ways to enhance bilateral relations, the Indian Embassy in Suriname said. High Commissioner Subhash Gupta paid a farewell courtesy call to the Minister for External Affairs, Alva Baptist, Senior Minister Stephenson King & Keithson Hermine Charles on September 4. They discussed ways to enhance bilateral relations, the Indian Embassy said on social media pla

Chandigarh, Sep 5 (IANS) The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has taken cognisance of a complaint filed by Bharatiya Janata Partys Rajya Sabha MP Tarun Chugh alleging custodial assault, torture and other serious human-rights violations against a victim and members of his family by Punjab Police personnel. As per the complaint, the victim was protesting against the issue of drug abuse in Punjab during Chief Minister Bhagwant Manns Lok Milni programme at Sheron village in Sunam by displayin

Chandigarh, Sep 5 (IANS) The Punjab Cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, on Saturday approved three key policies to ensure smooth procurement and movement of paddy during the upcoming Kharif marketing season. At the same time, the Cabinet also cleared amendments to the Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC) regulations and sanctioned new healthcare posts across the state. According to the Chief Minister's Office, the Cabinet approved the Punjab Custom Milling Policy, the Punjab Foo

Moscow, Sept 5 (IANS) Russian President Vladimir Putin has ordered a three-day halt to strikes against Kyiv, a move linked to preparations for contacts with US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said on Saturday. The meeting with President Putin will indeed take place, and there will be talks. As a rule, such meetings have been quite lengthy in the past. Let us wait and see. We will certainly keep you informed, Peskov told journalists. He also urged agains

Hyderabad, Sep 5 (IANS) Railway Sports Promotion Board handed a 12-1 drubbing to Tamil Nadu Police to start their campaign in the 6th Hockey India Senior Men Inter-Department National Championship 2026 with two successive wins in Hyderabad. Amandeep Lakra and Simranjot Singh both struck hat-tricks, as Shreyas Dhupe scored twice in the huge win, with Rohit, Rahim Sayyad Niyaz (C), Rawat Yogember and Lovepreet Singh also sounding the board in the 12-1 win in the Pool D clash. This came a day after

Guwahati, Sep 5 (IANS) Vice-President C.P. Radhakrishnan is scheduled to arrive in Assam on Sunday for a two-day visit during which he will attend an educational institution's golden jubilee celebrations, a university convocation and a civic reception, officials said on Saturday. According to officials, Vice-President Radhakrishnan will reach Guwahati airport at around 10 a.m. on Sunday. His visit will include a series of engagements centred around education, culture and development. The Vice-Pr

Dubai, Sep 5 (IANS) India and Pakistan continued their strict no-handshake protocol in the 2026 Women's Asia Cup clash at the Dubai International on Saturday, with captains Harmanpreet Kaur and Fatima Sana avoiding the traditional pre-match greeting at toss time. When former Sri Lanka player Farveez Maharoof called Fatima to speak after she won the toss, there was no handshake between her and India captain Harmanpreet Kaur. After the toss proceedings were over, the handshake didnt happen at all.

Tokyo, Sep 5 (IANS) The July 20 clash between China and the Philippines at the Second Thomas Shoal in the South China Sea was not an isolated incident but part of a years-long pattern of confrontation. For almost a decade, China has increasingly relied on force and coercion rather than diplomacy in the South China Sea, targeting Philippine resupply boats with water cannons, ramming vessels near Scarborough Shoal and reportedly using lasers against Vietnamese fishermen, a report has stated. In re

New Delhi/Bhopal, Sep 5 (IANS) Leader of Opposition (LoP) in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Saturday expressed concern over the reported deaths of 30 tribal children in Madhya Pradesh's Balaghat district, alleging that lack of basic facilities such as drinking water, nutrition and timely medical treatment was claiming children's lives. The news of the deaths of 30 tribal children in Balaghat, Madhya Pradesh, is extremely concerning and distressing, LoP Gandhi said on social media platform X. He added

Maruti Suzuki has launched the 2026 Baleno facelift with a new three-cylinder engine, Level 2 ADAS, six airbags and more premium features.

Washington, Sep 5 (IANS) Marking a fresh escalation in the confrontation between Washington and Tehran, the US forces struck three Iranian crude oil tankers after Irans Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) fired ballistic missiles toward two US Navy warships, the US military said Saturday. A US aircraft carrier and a guided-missile destroyer successfully evaded multiple Iranian attacks, US Central Command said. No American personnel were injured. US Central Command (CENTCOM) forces struck th

Dhaka, Sep 5 (IANS) Bangladesh is facing a terror threat that extends far beyond the five-member cell allegedly led by Neo-Jamaat-ul Mujahideen Bangladesh member Bomaru Mamun, with at least 311 members of banned terrorist organisations still at large as of April 2026. The figure includes 16 Neo-JMB operatives, 185 members of the original JMB, 83 from Ansar Al Islam and sixteen from Harkat-ul-Jihad-al Islami Bangladesh, highlighting the scale of the threat confronting the authorities, a report ha

Guwahati, Sep 5 (IANS) Assam is strengthening its cancer treatment infrastructure through a three-tier cancer care network aimed at bringing advanced and affordable healthcare closer to patients across the state, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said on Saturday. Sarma, in a post on X, highlighted the ongoing expansion of the states cancer care grid, saying the initiative was helping patients access quality treatment at affordable prices while also ensuring a more compassionate approach toward

Dubai, Sep 5 (IANS) Pakistan won the toss and elected to bat first against India in the Group A clash of the 2026 Womens Asia Cup at the Dubai International Stadium on Saturday. Both teams are unchanged from their respective last clashes in the continental event. India have won nine of their last 10 T20Is against Pakistan, whose only recent victory against the Harmanpreet Kaur-led side came during the 2022 Asia Cup. Harmanpreet's side has already booked a place in the semifinals after winning th

Jagdalpur/Raipur, Sep 5 (IANS) A special National Investigation Agency (NIA) court in Chhattisgarh's Bastar region has convicted 10 people in connection with the 2013 Jhiram Valley Maoist attack, one of the deadliest instances of left-wing extremist violence in the state's recent history. The attack, which took place on May 25, 2013, claimed 29 lives and virtually wiped out a significant portion of the Congress' senior leadership in Chhattisgarh. The court found all 10 remaining accused guilty a

New Delhi, Sep 5 (IANS) The cost of funds for banks is expected to decline by up to 50 basis points as robust Foreign Currency Non-Resident (Bank) or FCNR(B) inflows boost liquidity and reduce dependence on higher-cost certificates of deposit (CDs), as per multiple reports. The surplus liquidity is expected to support credit expansion particularly in short-term lending, according to them. While enabling refinancing agencies to prepay costlier loans. Banks' liquidity coverage ratio (LCR) may also

The new Denza N8L electric SUV will offer a 130.15 kWh battery, up to 960 km of CLTC range and a 208-litre front trunk.

Saharanpur, Sep 5 (IANS) A mosque demolished by the Uttar Pradesh administration at the Saharanpur Collectorate on Saturday has triggered a political confrontation. While the Opposition leaders are questioning the legality and timing of the action, the BJP maintained that the demolition was carried out strictly in accordance with law after the courts rejected the Muslim sides appeal. The administration demolished the structure after the City Magistrate had declared it an illegal construction on

New Delhi, Sep 5 (IANS) Formula 2 unveiled its new car for the next three seasons from 2027 to 2029 at the Italian GP, bringing the design philosophy closer to that of the current Formula 1 machines. The car was launched in a bespoke event in the paddock of Monza for the next three seasons. The new launch features redesigned front and rear wings, as an on-board starter has been introduced in the championship, which acts as a feeder series to F1. The design retains the current Dallara chassis for

Chinese national Lu Haitao was rescued alive from a hydropower tunnel in Nepal, 10 days after devastating floods and mudslides hit the region.

Gandhinagar, Sep 5 (IANS) Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on Saturday called for Gujarats education system to combine the countrys traditional educational heritage with advanced technology to prepare students and teachers for the demands of the future. Speaking at the State Best Teacher Awards ceremony held on Teachers Day, Patel said teachers have a key responsibility in shaping individuals and preparing a capable generation that could contribute to the development of Gujarat and the country. Te

New York, Sep 5 (IANS) In a striking irony, the very Indian national flag for which Sikh soldiers faced bullets and laid down their lives is now being trampled under foot by some Sikhs abroad, a report has highlighted citing the shocking videos and images that went viral during Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwats recent visit to New York which showed some protesters disrespecting the Tricolour. Emphasising that the act cannot be acceptable under any circumstances, the report a

Milan, Sep 5 (IANS) Luka Modric has decided to continue playing international football for Croatia, ending speculation that the veteran midfielder could retire from the national team. The Croatian Football Federation (HNS) confirmed on Saturday that Modric will be part of the squad for the upcoming Nations League fixtures against the Czech Republic, Spain and England. The decision comes after Modric recently represented Croatia at the FIFA World Cup, where his side suffered a 2-1 defeat to Portu

Indias drug regulator flagged Abhayrab batch KE25012 after it failed a potency test, while Indian Immunologicals says the tested vials were not its product.

Islamabad, Sep 5 (IANS) Karachi-based International Human Rights Committee (IHRC) has called for immediate justice and accountability in the assassination of Mirza Safdar Mahmood, a local leader of the Ahmadiyya Muslim community in Pakistans Punjab Province. Mirza Safdar Mahmood, aged 65, was shot dead in the town of Mandi Bahauddin, reported Spanish media outlet 'Atalayar'. IHRC is an organisation focusing specifically on the rights of the Ahmadiyya Muslim community. Targeted killing: Ahmadi lo

Chandigarh, Sep 5 (IANS) Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, on Saturday spoke with Mohanjit Singh, the alleged custodial victim of the brutality of the Punjab Police. Mohanjit Singh alleged that he was tortured while in police custody, including being subjected to electric shocks and being forced to consume drugs. The allegations have triggered a political storm, with almost all Opposition parties demanding an independent investigation. Meanwhile, the Congress announced tha

New Delhi, Sep 5 (IANS) As cumulative rainfall remains below normal and the monsoon enters its final phase, the spatial distribution of rainfall will be critical for final kharif acreage and could have implications for food inflation in the near term, a report said on Saturday. Cumulative southwest monsoon rainfall from June 1 to September 4 stood at 629.7 millimetres, 13 per cent below the longperiod average and has resultantly reduced kharif sowing area, the report from Bank of Baroda said. On

London, Sep 5 (IANS) Middlesex captain Leus du Plooy will leave the county at the end of the 2026 season to recommit to South Africa in a bid to pursue his international cricket ambitions, the club announced on Saturday. Left-handed batter Du Plooy's original contract was set to run till 2027 as a local player, but his switch back to South Africa, the country of his birth, renders him an overseas player and invalidates the existing deal. I want to express my sincere gratitude to everyone at Midd

Mumbai, Sep 5 (IANS) Actor and BJP MPKangana Ranautslammed a netizen who pointed out a mistake in her Janmashtami bhog preparation. On Friday, the 'Queen' actress dropped a video of herself preparing special bhog for the festival of Janmashtami at her Manali home, and one of the X (Previously known as Twitter) users commented that Kangana had not even switched on the gas to cook the bhog. The user also said that the utensil on which she was cooking was already black. Responding to the comment, t

New Delhi, Sep 5 (IANS) Vice-President C.P. Radhakrishnan will undertake a four-day visit to Assam, Meghalaya, Manipur and Arunachal Pradesh from September 6 to 9 during which he will take part in academic and social engagements, an official said on Saturday. During his visit, the Vice-President will participate in a series of academic, cultural and public engagements, besides visiting institutions of historical, social and national significance. On September 6, the Vice-President will arrive in

Milan, Sep 5 (IANS) Luka Modric has decided to continue playing international football for Croatia, ending speculation that the veteran midfielder could retire from the national team. The Croatian Football Federation (HNS) confirmed on Saturday that Modric will be part of the squad for the upcoming Nations League fixtures against the Czech Republic, Spain and England. The decision comes after Modric recently represented Croatia at the FIFA World Cup, where his side suffered a 2-1 defeat to Portu

Jaipur, Sep 5 (IANS) Political activity has intensified in Rajasthan ahead of the municipal body elections, with a video of former BJP MLA Ram Lal Sharma drawing attention on social media over his remarks about the marriage prospects of unmarried youths. The controversy surfaced after Sharma, while inaugurating the election office of BJP candidate Rajkumar Barala, contesting from Ward 20 of the Chomu Municipal Council, said: Get Rajkumar Barala elected once, and not a single boy of yours will re

New Delhi, Sep 5 (IANS) Chief Justice of India (CJI) Justice Surya Kant on Saturday called for a culture of healthy disagreement and deliberation among judicial institutions, stressing that timely and predictable delivery of justice is essential for strengthening the rule of law. Addressing Heads of Delegations and delegates from BRICS member states and partner countries on the second day of the BRICS Chief Justices Forum in New Delhi, CJI Kant drew a parallel with the ancient Nalanda University

Chandigarh, Sep 5 (IANS) Activists of the Istri Akali Dal, the official women's wing of the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD), led by Bathinda MP Harsimrat Kaur Badal on Saturday marched to the residence of Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann to demand his resignation as well as registration of a criminal case against his wife Gurpreet Kaur, who is facing allegations of demanding Rs 5 crore to suppress a rape case. However, Gurpreet Kaur has already rejected the allegations, saying the charges are basel

Kochi [Kerala], September 5: Founder-Being LaunchPad has announced the first cohort of its 16-week venture-building program for young people aged 1525 who want to move from an idea to a

Jamshedpur (Jharkhand) [India], September 5: XLRI Xavier School of Management, Jamshedpur, hosted a two-day Journal of Management Studies (JMS) Publishing Workshop from August 31 to September 1, 2026, bringing

Struggling with acne and gradually witnessing the improvement in terms of reduced cysts and nodules can be an overwhelming experience. However, after some time, you realize that acne marks are still there, and one question might cross your mind: is that permanent scarring? The answer to this question is quite simple; if you have squeezed out your acne, then a scar might have been left behind, making your skin look duller. Also, there are different types of scarring, each with different causes, w

Monza, Sep 5 (IANS) George Russell topped the timesheets again in the practice sessions ahead of Saturday qualifying as he showed his muscle with a time of 1:22.219 at the Italian GP in Monza. Russell, who clinched the fastest time in the second practice session, was quickest of the pack in the final practice outing at the Autodromo Nazionale Monza, leading the field ahead of Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen. The British driver seemed hard to stop and made the most of the raw pace that Mercedes