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HC orders inquiry over claims of caste-based humiliation in NLU

Prayagraj: The Allahabad High Court has ordered an independent inquiry against the head of the Department of Law and warden of the boys hostel at

Karnataka tightens marriage registration rules, says Aadhaar cannot be age proof

The direction came in the light of incidents where the age in the Aadhaar card and birth certificate were mismatched, resulting in child marriage

Whole of govt. approach being followed to address concerns of critical mineral recycling industry: G. Kishan Reddy

Union Mines Minister G. Kishan Reddy emphasised that efforts are being made to address all issues concerning the critical mineral recycling indus

Video: Shah Rukh Khan visits Lalbaugcha Raja to seek blessings

Mumbai: Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan visited Mumbais iconic Lalbaugcha Raja with his wife Gauri Khan and daughter Suhana Khan to seek Lord

Australias Albanese launches campaign for UNSC seat

New high-speed corridors to get boundary wall to prevent cattle menace

The NHAI guidelines will apply to all upcoming four to six-lane greenfield and brownfield high-speed, access-controlled national highways

DJ vehicle seized, operator booked in Adilabad district

SP Group bonds offered at premium on Tata Sons stake-sale plan, bankers say

SP Group entity Eqyizen Investment had raised 213.50 billion through three-year zero-coupon bonds at a yield of 18.95% in July; the bonds are now

Meet Tigrino: Bolivias newly identified Tilcayo cat species

GST rate cuts have been offset by galloping inflation: Congress

The prices of several consumer goods had returned to nearly their pre-GST cut levels without any significant increase in consumption, the Congres

Toddy shop owner, staff booked for allegedly serving minors

Several injured in dog attack in Keralams Thiruvananthapuram

According to reports, 15 people, including women and children, sustained injuries in the incident at Poonthura

Revanth, Modi mourn death of Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum

Hyderabad: Condolences poured in on Monday, September 21, over the death of Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the brother of Sheikh Mohammed bi

Opposition candidates raise allegations of intimidation during bypoll campaigning in West Bengal

Congress candidate Milan Pradhan seeks bail as his wife claims the arrest was based on fake cases; AJUPs Humayun Kabir alleges harassment of his

Jagan seeks CBI probe into Mega DSC irregularities, Lokeshs resignation

India must emerge as AI innovator, not just consumer: Googles Harsh Dhand

Google has a long-standing presence in India. When we first thought about expanding to APAC, we thought about setting up a lab in India'

Congress' Nandigram pick sent to judicial custody till October 5; bypoll takes place on October 6

Congress leader Milan Pradhan, who is party's candidate for the Nandigram byelection slated for October 6, on Monday was sent to judicial custody

GVMC gears up for municipal elections across 120 wards

Tactical skills and Dhonis nod seal the deal for Zaheer

36 Ganesh Utsav Samithi members detained after protest at Tank Bund

FCNR(B) $133bn windfall: Banks gain funding boost, face future refinancing test

The large inflows have provided banks with a stable source of medium-term foreign currency funding at a time when lenders have been facing elevat

Nilambur flash flood: five bodies recovered; search on for missing woman

Three bodies were recovered on the night of September 20 and two more the next morning as rescue teams resumed the search

Why the Saudi-Houthi war has escalated again, and why it matters | The Hindu Explains

Why has the Saudi-Houthi conflict escalated again?

Five belonging to inter-State gang held in Kannur

Two Class 10 students, a girl and a boy, groped and harassed in Bihars Jamui, sparking a political row

A video of the assault on the teenage pair goes viral on social media; police file suo motu FIR, arrest three; NCW directs support of victims, sa

Chess Olympiad forfeit row: Israel blasts FIDE for not honouring 'commitments'

Israel Chess Federation chief Zvika Barkai has accused FIDE of failing to honour a prior agreement over scheduling Israels Chess Olympiad matches

IBMs tier 2 expansion offers greater innovation opportunities and work-life balance: Sandip Patel, Managing Director, IBM India & South Asia

As the tech landscape evolves, IBMs focus on regional growth reflects a commitment to harnessing local talent and creating sustainable IT infrast

10,061 seats allotted in first phase of TG-EAPCET Bi.P.C counselling

Shoppers go berserk as sarees sell for Rs 9 at Telangana mall

Hyderabad: Frenzied locals in Yadadri Bhuvanagiri district of Telangana went berserk, swarming a shopping mall after a never-before-seen sale was

Police conduct route march in Bhainsa ahead of Ganesh idol immersion

Expedite Super Speciality Hospital Works: Principal Secretary

Chongthu also reviewed the medical services and facilities that would be available to the public: Reports

Karimnagar ATMs Become Targets For Burglars

Burglars stole 15.68 lakh from two SBI ATMs near Karimnagar within 45 minutes, prompting police to form four special teams.

When quiet Kottapuzha turned deadly

More than two dozen people were stranded in the river as residents, forest staff, and volunteers joined the rescue effort

Namibian cheetah dies in M.P.'s Kuno National Park during treatment

Ten-year-old Gaurav was rescued from the wild on September 12 after he was observed to be weak and dull.

Coimbatore youngsters three-wheel patrol vehicle gets podium finish at the James Dyson Awards

Designed for agility and stability, the vehicle can execute 360-degree turns within tight spaces, addressing the mobility challenges faced by sec

Guntur Donors Heart Transplanted Into 14-year-old Girl In Tirupati

The vehicle left Guntur at around 3 pm on Sunday and reached the SPCHC at about 7 pm. Physician Assistant V. Vijay and Perfusionist Shyam Babu ac

Illegal Gambling Den Busted in Delhis Khayala, Seven Arrested

Delhi police dismantled an illegal gambling operation in Khayala, arresting seven individuals and seizing cash and illicit liquor. Illegal Gambli

10-day police custody for Bolarum arms theft accused, questioning from Tuesday

Persistent fever and health complications may determine course of questioning; officials advise medical officer be available during custody

Kadayanallur union chairperson, deputy, councillors oppose Chief Ministers photo in council hall

'Chosen one' for role in BSP is Ishan: Mayawati's latest U-turn in ongoing family drama

In a strategic move, Mayawati has selected Ishan Anand for an important party role, succeeding his brother Akash Anand who was recently ousted. A

Land cave-in along national highway near Mukkali in Keralams Kozhikode sparks concern

The cave-in occurred around noon at a site where excavation was under way for the foundation of a protective wall

Remembering Durga Khote: A Trailblazer in Indian Cinema

Durga Khote, a pioneering actress in Indian cinema, faced societal backlash yet forged a remarkable career spanning over five decades. Rememberin

Indian Oil board approves Kochi-Kanyakumari-Thoothukudi gas pipeline

IOCLs Board cleared the investment approval for laying, building and operating KTPL at an estimated project cost of 2,448.70 crore

Govt urges bank unions to call off strike, flags half-year closing impact

The finance ministry warned that the September 28-30 strike, combined with the preceding weekend, could effectively disrupt banking services for

Trump says US eyes massive potash deal with Belarus at lower prices

US President Donald Trump said Washington is working on a massive deal to purchase potash from Belarus, claiming the pricing would be substantial

GVMC plans to upgrade 228 km of roads in Visakhapatnam

Wall Street rises as AI stocks shine, oil drops; Dow, S&P, Nasdaq up

Indexes up: Dow 0.47%, S&P 0.92%, Nasdaq 1.48%

Watch: India to join new UN groups first meeting, seeks to counter superpower politics | Sept 21, 2026

Jaishankar to attend Partners for Multilateralism meet in New York as India backs UN-based multilateralism.

Keralam CM Satheesans chartered flight: no expense to government, say government sources

Bengaluru: Assistant drug controller suspended in counterfeit drug case

Bengaluru: Assistant drug controller suspended in counterfeit drug case

80% of draft ESA in State already conserved as it comes under reserved/protected forests, says Khandre

80% of draft ESA in State already conserved as it comes under reserved/protected forests, says Khandre

Comprehensive Plan To Transform Kuppam Into A Model Constituency And Swarna Kuppam: CM

The Chief Minister said 8,904 Bangaru Kutumbalu had been identified in Kuppam and were being economically strengthened through the P4 programme.

CPI(M) urges Dindigul Corporation to repair pothole-ridden roads

Kawal Reserve Seeks Cut In Eco Sensitive Zone

Proposals had been submitted to the state government to reduce the eco sensitive zone: Reports

Delhi govt to bear 75% of project's cost under its new heritage scheme

The ceiling of maximum assistance fixed at Rs 2 crore per project in a financial year can be enhanced on the recommendation of a committee where

Man appears to drink nearly a litre of mustard oil in viral video, viewers call it shocking and worrying

A video circulating on social media has left viewers baffled after showing a man in what appears to be a rural Indian setting drinking a large am

India to study US Russia sanctions law, says Piyush Goyal

Govt will discuss the matter at appropriate time: Commerce Minister

CBI Arrests Fugitive Maharashtra CGST Officer in

The CBI has apprehended a Maharashtra CGST officer, previously on the run, in a bribery case involving 4 million linked to a company in Raigad. C

Editorial. Regulating AI

India must have ex ante guardrails, penalties for lapses

Last Rites Of Seven-Member Odisha Family Killed In MP Tragedy Performed At Swargadwar

Bodies brought to Bhubaneswar from Madhya Pradesh; CM Majhi announces Rs 5 lakh ex-gratia, PM Modi Rs 2 lakh

High Court notices to two BRS MLCs

RBIs Draws $ 133 Billion Through FCNR (B) Deposits

S&P Global Ratings on Monday gave a thumbs up to the central banks special deposit scheme: Reports

Scindias 120-Year-Old Vintage Ford To Feature in Gwalior Museum

Vintage car undergoes restoration as museum chamber gets a glass showcase with modern lighting

In 1906, John Otto, a trail builder fell in love with Colorados red-rock canyons; five years later, they became a national monument and he became their custodian for $1 a month

In 1906, John Otto, a trail builder fell in love with Colorados red-rock canyons; five years later, they became a national monument and he became

NSE IPO subscribed 5.71 times as institutional demand surges

QIB portion subscribed 12.68 times; NII at 6.55 times and retail at 1.39 times

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HMWSSB fines two for illegal motor, water wastage in Hyderabad

Hyderabad: The Hyderabad Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board (HMWSSB) on Monday, September 21, fined two consumers for using an illegal

2012 Rape-Murder Case: Activists, Dharmasthala Welcome SC Reinvestigation Order

They said the decision to order a fresh investigation 14 years after the incident was itself a landmark development.

Odishas final electoral roll has 3.16 crore voters; 17.66 lakh names struck off

While the draft roll had 3,13,87,034 names, following disposal of claims, objections and other eligible applications, 2,90,497 were added and 44,

Vice President Calls for Modernization of Tea Industry in India

Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan emphasizes modernization and research in Indias tea industry at a centenary event in Nilgiri. Vice President Ca

Narayana Gurus vision forms the core of Keralams social reformation: Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan

The Keralam CM says that the entire credit for the States secular ideals goes to Sree Narayana Guru

Narayana Gurus vision forms the core of Keralams social reformation: Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan

The Keralam CM says that the entire credit for the States secular ideals goes to Sree Narayana Guru

Rajasthan womans kidnap bid was part of plot to remarry her in Hyderabad: Police

The woman, identified as Pooja, a native of Rajasthan, had fallen in love with Omprakash, who belonged to a different sub-caste. Her family had o

Rajasthan womans kidnap bid was part of plot to remarry her in Hyderabad: Police

The woman, identified as Pooja, a native of Rajasthan, had fallen in love with Omprakash, who belonged to a different sub-caste. Her family had o

IIT Bombay forum says professor not suspended amid student death probe

The Faculty Forum said Suryanarayana Doolla remains a faculty member and was temporarily relieved of his duties as dean to enable an independent

Child rights panel orders detailed probe into drowning of boy in Kochi flats swimming pool

The Commission issued the instruction after visiting the pool and its premises on September 21.

What spooked Europe last week? The rumbles of Russia war grow louder

European nations now discuss potential Russian conflict in new terms. Intelligence suggests hybrid drone and missile strikes could target Ukraine

Ancient Vijayanagara inscription discovered at Penukonda in Andhra Pradesh

Ancient Vijayanagara inscription discovered at Penukonda in Andhra Pradesh

Hindu Sena calls for revocation of Hamid Ansari

New Delhi: Right-wing nationalist organisation Hindu Sena has called for the revocation of the Padma Shri awarded to former Vice President Mohamm

J&K School Teacher Dismissed for Impregnating Minor Student, Leading to Her Death

Khalid, a resident of Gurinalla, Chatroo, had already been placed under suspension after the minor girls death triggered a criminal investigation

Pre-Registration Booking: TG RERA Slaps 32 Lakh Penalty On Janapriya Projects

TG RERA fined Janapriya Projects 32.17 lakh for accepting a flat booking advance before project registration and ordered pending works and handov

Air Marshal (Retd) Jeetendra Mishra takes charge as Ram Temple Trusts first CEO

Digital Desk | Ayodhya, Sep 21 (IANS) Air Marshal Jeetendra Mishra (retired) on Monday assumed office as the first Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Bengaluru Court Sentences Another Accused in ISIS Conspiracy Case

A special court in Bengaluru has sentenced Huzair Farhan Beg to six years in prison for his involvement in an ISIS-related terror plot. Bengaluru

Asian Games | India and Sri Lanka tussle in yet another continental title clash

The defending champion will look to extend its seven-match winning streak against Lanka in a repeat of the final from three years ago in Hangzhou

KIADB slammed for extending undue benefit to private firm

Mysuru: Pramoda Devi Wadiyar Opposes Kambala Event During Dasara

Pramoda Devi Wadiyar said Kambala has its own significance in the Mangaluru region and could have been organised separately.

190 kg of ganja seized in Theni, four arrested