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Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 13 (IANS) Actress Hina Khan is advocating for eco-friendly Ganpati celebrations. On Sunday, the actress took to her Instagram, and shared a series of pictures of her meeting with Governor of Maharashtra, Jishnu Dev Varma. She also penned a long note in the caption, as she urged her followers to bring home eco-friendly Ganpati idols. She wrote, Honoured Thank you for making me a part of this initiative Honble Governor of Maharashtra Shri Jishnu Dev Varma ji, This Ganesh

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 13 (IANS) Actress Manasi Joshi Roy, who essays the titular role in the television show Lakshmi Niwas, has recollected when she first connected with Lord Ganpati ahead of the Ganpati celebrations in the entertainment capital of the country. The actress reflected on cultural significance of festivities while growing up in a Gujarati Brahmin household in Mumbai. Talking about the same, she told IANS, Growing up in a Gujarati Brahmin household his presence was always there

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 13 (IANS) Karan Wahi and Rithvik Dhanjani added a nostalgic touch to their Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations by recreating Smriti Iranis iconic style from the popular TV show Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi. Karan shared a video on social media featuring moments from their celebrations, where the duo was seen showcasing eco-friendly Lord Ganesha idols made from clay. The actors also recreated Smritis popular style from the much-loved television show, adding a fun and nostal

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 9 (IANS) The FIR filed by the son of a 54-year-old Manipuri musician, Chongtham Vikram Singh, has revealed that he allegedly witnessed a group of four to five youths kicking and punching his father outside their residence in Delhis Kilokari area on the night of September 6. According to the statement recorded in the FIR, Yaiphaba said he was at home with his family at around 11:30 p.m. when he heard his father shouting outside. On opening the door, he allegedly saw

Islamabad, Sep 6 (IANS) Only two per cent of women own land alone or jointly in Pakistan, showcasing the gender gap in land ownership and the economic environment, as per a recent study, local media reported on Sunday. According to the study conducted by the Sustainable Development Policy Institute (SDPI), 67 per cent of women are employed in Pakistan's agriculture sector. However, only 1.5 per cent of agricultural households are women-headed, the daily Dawn reported. According to the study, onl

New York, Sep 6 (IANS) Alex Eala turned emotional when asked about the support of her Filipino fans at the US Open 2026 and at other events as she continued her rise in the sport. Eala lost in the US Open third round to Iva Jovic in a three-set thriller 5-7, 6-3, 5-7, one year after she had stunned 14th seed Clara Tauson in New York. She made it to the round of 16 at Wimbledon and has had a strong run at the North American hardcourt swing, winning the Washington Open this year. Speaking on the s

Mumbai, Sep 6 (IANS) Punjabi singer-actor Diljit Dosanjh, known for his witty sense of humour, shared a funny video featuring himself and his team, giving a glimpse into their breakfast time. In the video, the Udta Punjab actor and his team members can be seen enjoying a complimentary breakfast. Adding his signature dose of humour, Diljit overlaid the text, Complimentary breakfast hits different. He also added a playful caption in Punjabi, writing, Mere dost free ke breakfast par hawa karte hue,

Chitrakoot (UP), Sep 6 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday visited Chitrakoot district and took stock of the situation in flood-affected areas and reviewed relief and rehabilitation measures undertaken by the administration. He ordered authorities to provide immediate relief materials, as well as a new residence, to those affected by the flood. Addressing the gathering, CM Yogi said: I have come today to assure all of you that in this hour of disaster, you are not alone

New Delhi, Sep 6 (IANS) Pakistans trade deficit widened 18.1 per cent year-on-year to $7.12 billion during the first two months of the 2026-27 fiscal year, as imports grew at a significantly faster pace than exports, according to data released by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS). The trade gap stood at $6.03 billion during the corresponding period of the previous fiscal year. The widening deficit reflects continued pressure on Pakistans external trade balance, with the growth in imports o

Hyderabad, Sep 6 (IANS) Police in Hyderabad foiled the attempts by the BJP to take out a rally from Balapur to Bhagyalakshmi Temple at Charminar on Sunday, ahead of Telangana Liberation Day, drawing angry protests from the party. BJP in-charge for Maheswaram constituency, Andela Sriramulu Yadav and other party leaders were detained when they tried to take out Vimochana Jaitrayatra. The BJP condemned the denial of permission for the rally. The fact that the Congress government denied permission f

Mumbai, Sep 6 (IANS) Filmmaker Rakesh Roshan's daughter Sunaina Roshan said that she is 'Forever proud to be her father's daughter' in a heartfelt birthday wish for him on social media. On Sunday, Sunaina took to her official Insta account and posted a video montage of their rare father-daughter moments over the years. She shared that for her, the biggest compliment is being told that she is like her father, as she highly admires his strength, wit and resilience. Sunaina wrote on the photo-shari

Samarkand, Sep 6 (IANS) BJP Rajya Sabha member Raghav Chadha called for a 'digital future' that promotes inclusion, protects individual rights and creates equal opportunities, while highlighting India's digital transformation and the growing technology cooperation between India and Uzbekistan. Speaking at the 12th Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) Conference in Samarkand on the theme 'Digital Access and Rights in a Digital Era', Chadha highlighted the recent strengthening of bilateral ties between

Imphal, Sep 6 (IANS) Women voters continued to outnumber their male counterparts in Manipurs final electoral rolls, published on Sunday following the completion of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) across the state, officials said. Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) Arun Kumar Sinha said that with July 1, 2026, as the qualifying date, Manipur has a total of 19,60,620 registered voters, comprising 10,06,962 women, 9,53,350 men, and 308 third-gender electors. The gender ratio of 1,056 in the final e

Mumbai, Sep 6 (IANS) Actress Tanushree Dutta has shared a cryptic post, seemingly directed at those she believes have caused her pain and hardship. In the post, the Aashiq Banaya Aapne actress spoke about karma, her personal and professional life, and claimed that those who wronged her would eventually face the consequences of their actions. Taking to Instagram, Tanushree wrote about her hopes of rebuilding her life while issuing a stern warning to those she accused of plotting and working again

Mumbai, Sep 6 (IANS) Music composer Akhil Sachdeva, who has composed the song Piya Ghar Aaya - Homecoming from the recently released Emraan Hashmi-starrer Awarapan 2, has said that while performing on stage he is fully consumed by his performance, and doesnt even know what the dancers are doing in the background. The composer spoke with IANS after the films release in the BKC area of Mumbai after the films release. He said that he has kept his team intact, and everything is engineered around his

New Delhi, Sep 6 (IANS) All offices and schools in Delhi will observe a holiday on September 11 in view of the upcoming 18th BRICS Leaders' Summit, the Directorate of Education (DoE) said on Sunday. A circular issued by the DOE stated that all schools and offices under the directorate, including government, government-aided, and unaided recognised private schools, shall observe a holiday on September 11. This comes days after a similar announcement was made for offices of Central and Delhi gover

New Delhi, Sep 6 (IANS) Congress leader Rashid Alvi on Sunday accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of using religion as a political tool to influence people's minds and secure votes, while also criticising the demolition of a mosque inside the Saharanpur Collectorate campus in Uttar Pradesh. About the spiritual film Hanuman Ansh, written and directed by Vishal Chaturvedi, Alvi alleged that films of this nature were being made as part of a broader attempt to influence people through religious

Mumbai, Sep 6 (IANS) Actor Rajniesh Duggall has revealed what drew him to play Physics Wallah teacher Pankaj Sijariya in his upcoming biopic. He opened up about the project while sharing his reaction to the script and expressed his excitement about bringing the inspiring teachers journey to the screen. Talking about how he came on board, Duggall said, I have a very interesting surprise for you, Pankaj sir. One of your students has actually written the film and asked me if I would like to play yo

New Delhi, Sep 6 (IANS) New Delhi is set for a grand makeover ahead of the BRICS Summit 2026, with the NDMC planning to install decorative and welcoming elements at prominent locations across the city as part of its preparations to greet international delegates, it said on Sunday. NDMC Chairman Manoj Dwivedi shared glimpses of the planned installations, highlighting the civic body's efforts to give the capital a vibrant and welcoming look for the global summit. At some places something like this

New Delhi, Sep 6 (IANS) The Delhi Police have arrested two persons, including a woman, in separate operations in Sonia Vihar and Uttam Nagar for allegedly possessing and dealing in illicit liquor and illegal ganja, officials said. In the first incident, a man was apprehended after police recovered 90 quarter bottles of illicit liquor from his possession in the Sonia Vihar area during the early hours of Saturday. According to police, on Saturday at around 1:50 AM, constable Madan, while conductin

Mumbai, Sep 6 (IANS) Punjabi singer-actor Parmish Verma has shared a message about staying away from negativity in life, days after announcing his separation from wife Geet Grewal. Taking to Instagram, the Gaal Ni Kadni singer shared glimpses from his fathers birthday celebration and expressed his admiration for him. Parmish also emphasized the importance of keeping negativity at bay. Sharing images, he wrote, Negativity di thaan Zindagi ch Zero, Ni main kisse da ni fan, Mera Bapu mera Hero (Zer

New Delhi, Sep 6 (IANS) Self-styled influencer Swatantra Bharadwaj, who claimed to have physically assaulted a student protestor's father during the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP)-led Jantar Mantar demonstration, was sent to one day judicial custody on Sunday after he was produced before a court via video conferencing. A day earlier, Delhi Police had secured a one-day police custody of the accused. However, Bharadwaj's counsel, Umesh Sharma, accused the police of acting completely outside standard

Moqi, Sep 6 (IANS) India's junior women made it two wins from two at the AHF Junior Asia Cup 2026, overwhelming Malaysia 11-1 in their second Elite Pool fixture on Sunday to underline their status as defending champions. After a 4-1 victory over South Korea in their opening match, India produced a far more fluent display against Malaysia. Their attack clicked from the outset, with seven players contributing to the scoresheet as the defending champions combined field goals with an impressive retu

Kolkata, Sep 6 (IANS) An Enforcement Directorate (ED) team was carrying out search operations at the residence of a business family, involved in share trading and money market operations, in north Kolkata since Sunday morning. In this raid, instead of the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) personnel, the ED team was escorted by Kolkata Police personnel. It is learnt that a team of ED officials from the central agencys eastern regional office turned up at the Phoolbagan Police Station, under whos

Lucknow, Sep 6 (IANS) Kicking off its poll preparedness for the 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has intensified efforts to chalk out its electoral roadmap by building grassroots connect while ensuring seamless between government and the organisation. BJP's UP In-Charge Vinod Tawde met Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath in Lucknow on Sunday and held a detailed discussion on the state's electoral strategy for the upcoming Assembly polls and also party's organisa

New Delhi, Sep 6 (IANS) Manchester City striker Erling Haaland admitted he misses his long hair but said he felt it was time for a change after showing off a new short haircut this season. Haaland spoke about his new look after scoring the winning goal in Citys 1-0 Premier League victory over Coventry City, a win that helped his side maintain their unbeaten streak in the ongoing season. The Norway international has been sporting a much shorter hairstyle since the start of the season. Asked about

New Delhi, Sep 6 (IANS) The Delhi Police's Anti-Auto Theft Squad (AATS), North District, has busted a fake call centre operating in the capital's Sangam Vihar area and allegedly cheating unemployed persons on the pretext of providing jobs in reputed companies, and apprehended five accused, police said on Sunday. The accused are aged between 19 and 30 years. A police statement said that on September 1, the staff of AATS/North District received secret information regarding a suspected fraudulent c

Amaravati, Sep 6 (IANS) Andhra Pradeshs Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) have seized over Rs. 2.5 lakh cash during the surprise checks, conducted against officials of the Transport Department in SPSR Nellore district. The ACB said on Sunday that acting on credible inputs regarding collection of illegal gratification from vehicle drivers by the officials of the Transport Department, the agency sleuths conducted surprise checks at Musunuru Toll Plaza, National Highway-16, Near Kavali, SPSR Nellore dis

New York, Sep 6 (IANS) When Stefanos Tsitsipas steps onto Arthur Ashe Stadium in the early hours of Monday (as per IST), the Greek tennis star will be playing not only for a place in the quarterfinals but also for a 150-year-old tennis record. Tsitsipas, who has been on a resurgence at Majors, will face eighth-seed American Ben Shelton in the round of 16 as the two gear up for what is promised to be a fascinating contest in the Big Apple. = The Greek will not only fight to keep his best run at t

Thrissur (Kerala), Sep 6 (IANS) In a tragic road accident in Kerala's Thrissur district, a couple and their three-year-old son were killed after a speeding car rammed into their motorcycle, officials said on Sunday. Police said that a search is currently underway to trace the driver of the car who fled from the spot following the accident. The deceased have been identified as Muneer, 35, his wife Shafna, 28, and their three-year-old son, Mohammed Ameen Aibak. They were residents of Panchavadi Th

New Delhi, Sep 6 (IANS) India is emerging as a crucial supplier of diesel to Europe as Russian exports remain severely constrained and US shipments begin to weaken, with Indian refiners accounting for around 60 per cent of diesel volumes transiting the Bab-el-Mandeb to Europe in August, according to energy intelligence firm Vortexa. Around 2,00,000 barrels per day (bpd) of diesel, or gasoil, transited the Bab-el-Mandeb in August on vessels bound for Europe. The volume was close to year-ago level

Mumbai, Sep 6 (IANS) Filmmaker and choreographer Farah Khan got emotional as her triplets, Diva, Anya and Czar, embarked on their college journeys in different cities. Sharing a glimpse of the bittersweet milestone on Instagram, Farah reflected on the challenges of sending not one but three children off to college. Sharing photos, the director wrote, If u thought moving ur kid to college was hard.. try doing it 3times! 3 cities, 3 campuses..3 goodbyes! 3pieces of my heart Jao jee lo apni zindagi

New York, Sep 6 (IANS) Top-seeded German Alexander Zverev ousted Alejandro Tabilo to reach the fourth round of the 2026 US Open with a straight-set win of 6-2, 7-6 (2), 6-2 at Arthur Ashe Stadium. Zverev was coming off two marathon five-set matches, both of which ended in the wee hours of the New York City night. But he made relatively quick work of Chiles Tabilo. After taking nine hours and 26 minutes to win his first two matches, he brushed aside Tabilo in 2 hours and 26 minutes. After taking

New York, Sep 6 (IANS) Coco Gauff kept her US Open campaign on track with a 6-3, 6-4 win over Cristina Bucsa on Saturday, reaching the fourth round for a fifth consecutive year and extending her winning streak to nine matches. The fourth seed was made to work early after Bucsa raced to a 3-1 lead at Arthur Ashe Stadium. Gauff responded by winning five of the next six games, closing out the opening set with a big serve that the Spaniard could not return. The second set remained tight until Gauff

Patna, Sep 6 (IANS) The flood situation in Bihar remained serious on Sunday as rising water levels in several rivers affected nearly 16.85 lakh people (1.685 million) across 11 districts of the state, even as relief and rescue operations are being carried out continuously by the administration in the affected areas. According to official figures, the flooding has affected 61 blocks and 300 gram panchayats across 11 districts. Authorities have intensified relief measures to provide food, shelter

New Delhi, Sep 6 (IANS) Two Ugandan nationals have been apprehended in Delhi's Uttam Nagar area for overstaying in India, officials said on Sunday, adding that the deportation process has now been initiated. According to the officials, the action was taken as part of a special drive launched by the Delhi Police to identify and verify foreign nationals who have overstayed their permitted period of stay in the country. The drive is also aimed at checking the status of foreign nationals against who

Kolkata, Sep 6 (IANS) Police in West Bengal's South 24 Parganas have started an investigation against Trinamool Congress lawmaker from Canning (Paschim), Paresh Ram Das, following a complaint of rape filed against him. A state police official said that the woman had lodged a complaint in the matter with the sub-division police officer (SDPO) of Canning, and on its basis, an investigation had been initiated by the Baruipur police. In her complaint, the woman said that after the incident took plac

Mumbai, Sep 6 (IANS) The Indian stock market is likely to remain sensitive to global cues next week, with crude oil prices, rising bond yields, stronger-than-expected US jobs data and foreign investor flows emerging as key factors that could shape investor sentiment. Renewed tensions between the US and Iran, uncertainty over the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and shifting expectations around US interest rates are expected to keep volatility elevated. The benchmark indices ended higher on Frid

Amaravati, Sep 6 (IANS) Rescue teams continued the search for two youths who went missing in the Veligonda Project feeder canal in Andhra Pradesh's Markapuram district, officials said on Sunday. Minister for Water Resources Nimmala Ramanaidu on Sunday expressed shock over the disappearance of the two youths from Katakani Palle. He spoke to the District Collector and the Superintendent of Police (SP) regarding the incident. The minister ordered the officials to intensify search operations to loca

Mumbai, Sep 6 (IANS) Filmmaker Meghna Gulzar, who is gearing up for the release of her upcoming film Daayra starring Prithviraj Sukumaran and Kareena Kapoor Khan, has revealed what drives her as a storyteller. The filmmaker spoke with IANS during the promotions of the film in the Andheri West area of Mumbai. When asked what fuels her as a storyteller, she said, Well, the fuel primarily actually is life. It's the story that from where the film comes, that is the first and foremost driving force.

Saharanpur, Sep 6 (IANS) Officials from the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) have been called to inspect a 20-foot-deep well, which was discovered following the demolition of a mosque located within the Saharanpur Collectorate complex in Uttar Pradesh. The demolition took place on Saturday after the Muslim sides appeal was rejected by the court. Speaking to IANS, Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) (Sadar) Subodh Kumar said: In accordance with the court's order, demolition of the building has be

Chennai, Sep 6 (IANS) Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay on Sunday extended greetings to police personnel on state Police Day, praising their courage, sacrifice and commitment to maintaining peace, protecting citizens, and upholding the rule of law across the state. In a message posted on social media, Vijay said the observance commemorated the enactment of the Madras District Police Act in 1859, a landmark measure that paved the way for the establishment of a modern and organised police

New York, Sep 5 (IANS) Iva Jovic advanced to the US Open fourth round after being pushed through a three-set battle. She ended Alexandra Ealas run with a 7-5, 3-6, 7-5 victory after more than three hours on Arthur Ashe Stadium. The 18-year-old American overcame an early third-set setback to turn the deciding set into a gripping exchange of aggressive shot-making and extended rallies. Eala moved 2-0 ahead after breaking in the opening game of the third set, but Jovic immediately responded. The Am

Los Angeles, Sep 6 (IANS) Hollywood actress Sandra Bullock has shared that she still feels the late actress Betty Whites presence, 5 years after her demise. The 62-year-old actress said that she misses her The Proposal co-star, who died in 2021 just before her 100th birthday, but Sandra insisted she believes Betty is still around. She told Kylie Kelce on her Not Gonna Lie podcast, Betty White is everything. I say is everything cause I know shes still floating around. Betty was the epitome of a h

Ayodhya, Sep 6 (IANS) A fresh war of words has erupted between Hindu seers and All India Imam Association President Maulana Sajid Rashidi following remarks attributed to Bageshwar Dham head Pandit Dhirendra Krishna Shastri over the cultural and religious identity of India. Jagadguru Paramhans Acharya, Peethadhishwar of Tapasvi Chhawani in Ayodhya, strongly reacted to the controversy and called for vigilance among followers of Sanatan Dharma, while asserting that religious differences should not

Mumbai, Sep 6 (IANS) Veteran actor Raj Babbar showered birthday love on his grandson Imaan Babbar Soni as he turned 13. On the special occasion, the Indian actor penned a heartfelt note for the teenager, expressing his pride in watching him grow into a thoughtful young man. Addressing Imaan as the undisputed boss of the house, Raj Babbar encouraged his grandson to continue pursuing his dreams and keep reaching for the stars. Sharing a sweet picture with him, he wrote, To the undisputed boss of t

Nanchang, Sep 6 (IANS) Two people have been confirmed dead and 10 others remain missing after a mudslide and landslide struck the city of Ji'an in east China's Jiangxi Province on Saturday. Firefighters found the body of one of the previously missing people in a collapsed house in Mingkeng Village in the town of Gaoping on Sunday morning, according to reporters at the site. The disaster happened after days of torrential rain caused by Typhoon Saudel, Xinhua news agency reported. Two other people

Chennai, Sep 6 (IANS) Widespread rain has brought relief from oppressive heat across several parts of Tamil Nadu, while the Regional Meteorological Centre forecast moderate showers in 12 districts on Sunday. Several districts received rain on Saturday after a spell of hot and largely dry weather. In Sivaganga, blazing sunshine during the day gave way to showers at night, leaving water accumulated on some roads. Heavy rain was reported in Kalappur, Chathurvedimangalam, Piranmalai and Surakudi nea

Arrah (Bihar), Sep 6 (IANS) Three coaches of the Sikkim Mahananda Express derailed on the up line near Bihar's Arrah Railway Station on Sunday morning, triggering panic among railway officials and staff. However, no casualties or passenger injuries were reported in the incident, officials said. The 15483 Alipurduar Junction-Delhi Sikkim Mahananda Express derailed on the up line, approximately 200 metres from platform number two. The train's engine, SLR, and H-1 bogie were reported to have derail

New Delhi, Sep 6 (IANS) After researchers found that a group of rogue OpenAI agents took control of a German website, the US-based AI company said it is working on a framework to address such concerns and will share it in upcoming weeks. OpenAI is also working with dozens of government regulatory agencies worldwide on these issues, including the recent wiki incident. A research found that a group of rogue OpenAI agents took control of a German website this spring and turned it into a message boa