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Actor Sooraj Pancholi says he received online abuse and death threats after his name was linked to the Disha Salian death case. He clarified that he has never met Disha Salian or Aaditya Thackeray and urged investigating agencies to conduct a thorough probe.

Gold prices fell Rs 1,600 to Rs 1.52 lakh per 10 grams in New Delhi, extending losses for a fourth session, while silver dropped Rs 5,000 to Rs 2.37 lakh per kg. A stronger US dollar, higher Treasury yields, rising crude oil prices and weak global cues weighed on precious metals.

Dyson has launched the V16 Piston Animal cordless vacuum in India at Rs 79,900. It features a 900W motor with 315AW suction, an anti-tangle cleaner head that handles long hair, automatic floor-type detection, a dust-compressing CleanCompaktor bin, HEPA filtration and up to 70 minutes of runtime.

Sensex fell 1,247.71 points and Nifty slipped below 23,100 as higher US yields, rising crude, a stronger dollar and financial stocks drove a broad sell-off.

The rule introduces quality standards covering strength, optical performance and traceability. Manufacturers will need certification before sale, potentially affecting low-cost unbranded products and reshaping the fragmented screen protector market in India.

Newlywed Jesni Sam survived a helicopter crash in Georgia just hours after her wedding to Delta pilot Dave Fiji. Dave and the helicopter's pilot were killed, while Jesni suffered severe injuries and remained trapped in the wreckage for nearly six hours, according to a lawsuit filed by Robb & Robb LLC.

NPCI chief Dilip Asbe said. He said most MDR costs are expected to come from large businesses, while banks, payment aggregators and NPCI will work to prevent merchants from passing the charges on to consumers.

Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar said the state will challenge the Cauvery Water Regulation Committee's direction to release 4,000 cusecs of Cauvery water to Tamil Nadu for 15 days, citing a water crisis, declining reservoir inflows and reduced rainfall.

Ajaz Khan criticised Samay Raina after Prayagraj-based Rajesh Mishra alleged that his nearly 40-minute performance on the comedian's show was never aired despite him receiving prize money. Ajaz accused the show of being scripted and also questioned its prize-money practices

Trader groups plan to cover UPI payment devices with black cloth on October 2, protesting the proposed 0.4 percent MDR on eligible transactions above Rs 2,000.

The actor is seen behind the wheel of a classic blue convertible, sporting slicked-back hair, a moustache and sunglasses, while his bloodied and wounded arm hints at a darker storyline. The film, also starring Vicky Kaushal and Alia Bhatt, will release on January 21, 2027

Election Commission of India is facing growing scrutiny over the transparency, neutrality and accountability of its decisions concerning electoral-roll revisions, voter deletions, appeals, campaign finance, Model Code enforcement and political party disputes.

He said the couple decided to get married without first seeking approval from their families, and Jaya later informed her parents, who agreed to the wedding. Amitabh also joked about the elaborate preparations involved in modern weddings, saying he preferred the simplicity of their marriage.

At around 9.23 am, the Sensex was down 564 points, or 0.75 per cent, at 74,263, while the Nifty declined 205 points, or 0.88 per cent, to 23,240. Broader markets also traded lower, with the Nifty Midcap 100 declining 0.95 per cent and the Nifty Smallcap 100 falling 0.66 per cent.

The actor also confirmed that OM will not release during the Diwali window to avoid competing with Suriya's Scene, which is slated for November 6. The new release date for OM will be announced later.

Govinda and actress Komal Rani Swarnkar's joint visit to Lalbaugcha Raja sparked secret wedding rumours after viral visuals showed a red mark on Komal's forehead. However, a Times of India fact-check reported that the vermilion appeared to have been applied during the Ganpati darshan.

Aadar Jain and Alekha Advani registered their marriage in Mumbai on September 23, nearly 1.5 years after their wedding ceremonies. The couple exchanged vows in a white wedding in Goa and later followed Hindu rituals in Mumbai in 2025.

Bigg Boss 20 reportedly clocked 21 million views in a week after Salman Khan went shirtless to hit back at body-shaming trolls and defend Katrina Kaif. According to reports, the show became the first non-cricket property to cross 20 million views in a single week in 2026.

Rani Mukerji's mother, Krishna Mukerji, passed away at 75 on September 22. Her funeral was held in Mumbai on Tuesday evening and was attended by Karan Johar, Ayan Mukerji, Alia Bhatt and Jaideep Ahlawat, among others. Yash Raj Films confirmed the news, while the family requested privacy as they mourned their loss

Aditya Dhar hopes to return to the National Film Awards next year with Dhurandhar, starring Ranveer Singh. The filmmaker celebrated Article 370 winning three awards, including Best Actress for Yami Gautam and Best Feature Film.

Winners this year are: Yami Gautam, who has been named Best Actress for Article 370, while Mammootty (Bramayugam) and Kartik Aaryan (Chandu Champion) share the Best Actor honour. Article 370 has won Best Feature Film, Randeep Hooda has won Best Debut Director for Swatantrya Veer Savarkar.

Pregnant Leigh-Anne Pinnock made London Fashion Week's debut for Di Petsa's 'Holy Milk' collection. She walked the runway showcasing her baby bump in an all-white ensemble featuring a sculptural lactating bralette that released liquid for a breastfeeding-inspired effect.

Rani Mukerji's mother, Krishna Mukerji, died at the age of 75 on Tuesday afternoon. Confirming the news, YRF shared a statement expressing the family's grief and requesting privacy

Veer Pahariya's Prem Keetanu trailer offers a glimpse into a youthful romantic comedy revolving around a complicated love triangle. The film also marks Aafiya Sayed's Bollywood debut and stars Aparshakti Khurana. Prem Keetanu will be released on October 2, clashing with Ajay Devgn's Drishyam 3

Vedaant Madhavan is scheduled to compete next in the men's 200m freestyle at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games. The event is scheduled for September 23, 2026, giving the young swimmer another opportunity to make an impact at his maiden Asian Games.

He called the practice disgusting and urged women who are uncomfortable with such photographs to speak up. Salman also highlighted how several actresses, including Neha Dhupia and Janhvi Kapoor, have previously objected to such pictures.

Lust Stories 3 brings together four filmmakers and explores fantasies, intimacy, desire and relationships. While some stories offer strong performances and fresh perspectives, others feel stretched and fail to remain compelling.

Shah Rukh Khan visited Mumbai's iconic Lalbaugcha Raja pandal with wife Gauri Khan, daughter Suhana Khan and manager Pooja Dadlani during Ganeshotsav. Dressed in a blue kurta, SRK walked through the heavily guarded pandal, smiling and waving at devotees.

Kangana Ranaut reacted to the trolling of Maithili Thakur over her Rolls-Royce arrival at Lalbaugcha Raja in Mumbai. Kangana argued that politicians can be committed to public service while also enjoying personal success.

More's counsel said he was only hosting the show, had apologised on all forums and deleted the video after learning about the issue, adding his PR team posted it without approval.

Allu Arjun and Atlee's upcoming film Raaka has set a Guinness World Record for the most people motion-captured in real time. The record was achieved after 37 performers were captured simultaneously during a motion-capture session in Mumbai

India's next economic transformation will depend on its ability to create, own and export technologies, industries, enterprises and intellectual property. The piece argues for capability sovereignty through global integration, shifting India from importing capabilities to creating them and from exporting opportunities to exporting greater value.

It warned that the strike, coinciding with the September 30 half-yearly bank closing and the preceding weekend, could disrupt banking services and inconvenience customers, businesses and government transactions.

Select UPI merchant transactions above Rs 2,000 will attract a 0.4 per cent MDR from October 15, capped at Rs 300. Despite the new charge, UPI remains cheaper under the headline rates than debit cards, which can carry MDR of up to 0.90 per cent, and credit cards, which typically range from 1.5-2.5 per cent.

A 50-member delegation of 1947 PoJK displaced persons will travel to New Delhi on September 20 and seek meetings with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah on September 21.

The poster of Ladakhi feature film 'Birds on Ice' was released at PVR Leh by Chief Secretary Ashish Kundra. Directed by Sahil H. Shah, the film has been selected for the 'A Window on Asian Cinema' section of the 31st Busan International Film Festival, where it will have its world premiere in October 2026.

Displaced Kashmiri Pandits across the world are observing September 14 as Balidan Diwas to honour those who lost their lives during decades of terrorism in Kashmir, with special tribute being paid to BJP leader Tika Lal Taploo, who was assassinated on September 14, 1989. The occasion also brings renewed focus on the community's long-standing demands for rehabilitation, employment, relief and a separate homeland.

Differences have emerged among Ladakh's Buddhist leadership over the outcome of the September 9 meeting with the Union Home Ministry. While veteran leader Thupstan Chhewang termed the talks fruitful and pointed to progress on constitutional safeguards, Sonam Wangchuk maintained that there had been no movement on the core demands and warned of a fresh padyatra from September 19 to 24.

A week after a fierce encounter in Doda, security forces recovered the decomposed body of a Pakistani Jaish-e-Mohammed terrorist from the high-altitude Seoj Dhar forest area. A night-enabled M4 rifle was also recovered. The development comes amid intensified counter-terror operations in Jammu and Kashmir, including the recent killing of a Pakistani Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorist in Budgam.

Anantnag Police intensified its crackdown on drug trafficking, conducting a cordon-and-search operation at 20 locations in Waghama and picking up 13 suspected drug peddlers. In separate operations, police also arrested three alleged drug peddlers and a long-pending NDPS absconder who had been evading arrest since 2009.

Security forces on Friday eliminated one terrorist during a 12-hour-long joint operation in the Ashdar Gali area of Budgam district. The operation was conducted by the Indian Army, Jammu and Kashmir Police and CRPF following specific intelligence inputs.

The ruling National Conference and opposition BJP staged parallel demonstrations in Srinagar, trading accusations over governance, unfulfilled promises and statehood as police detained activists and blocked both marches from reaching their targets.

The Chatroo case in Kishtwar has taken a fresh turn with police arresting four more persons, including Health Department employees, amid allegations of an infant being swapped. A nurse has also been detained for questioning, while the SIT continues to investigate the alleged sexual assault, illegal pregnancy termination and death of the minor.

Ahead of India's 80th Independence Day, Jammu and Kashmir is witnessing a massive wave of Tiranga rallies, with students, farmers, government employees, security personnel, youth and residents participating across cities, villages and border areas. From Jammu city to the Suchetgarh International Border and Srinagar, the celebrations have highlighted patriotism, national unity and growing public participation in the Har Ghar Tiranga campaign.

Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, while observing Partition Horrors Remembrance Day in Srinagar, paid tribute to the millions who suffered during the 1947 Partition and said its wounds continue to linger in India's collective consciousness. He urged people, particularly the youth, to learn from the past, reject communal bitterness and work towards peace, harmony, national unity and a Viksit Bharat

J&K Transport Minister Satish Sharma has reportedly sought the immediate removal of Transport Commissioner Vishesh Paul Mahajan, accusing him of defiance, insubordination and bypassing the ministry. The letter, dated August 6, has gone viral on social media, though the government has neither confirmed nor denied its authenticity.

Over Rs 62,683 crore remains unclaimed in Public Sector Banks across India as of June 30, 2026, according to the Union Government. To help depositors, nominees and legal heirs recover their money, the Centre and the RBI have introduced a series of measures, including simplified claim procedures, special outreach drives, the UDGAM portal, and the nationwide Your Money, Your Right campaign.

Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha announced the launch of the first-ever Rehabilitation and Socio-Economic Reintegration Scheme for Drug Abuse Victims, 2026. The pilot project will begin in the two worst-affected districts of Jammu and Kashmir, focusing on treatment, counselling, skill development, employment, and long-term reintegration of drug abuse victims.

Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh reviewed the implementation roadmap of the Ujh Multipurpose Project in Jammu and Kashmir, saying it will generate up to 212 MW of electricity, irrigate nearly 90,000 hectares across J&K and Punjab, supply drinking water to Kathua, and strengthen water security, agriculture and border management.

The Crime Branch's Economic Offences Wing has chargesheeted a former ICICI Prudential Life Insurance employee for allegedly siphoning off over 10.75 lakh by fraudulently surrendering an insurance policy using forged documents and a fake SBI account. The investigation found evidence of forgery, cheating and attempted fraud involving multiple insurance policies, with the case now before a Jammu court.