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Major attractions including Lalbaugcha Raja, Mumbaicha Raja, Chinchpoklicha Chintamani and GSB Seva Mandal witnessed huge crowds. Civic and security agencies stepped up arrangements across the city, with the 10-day festival set to conclude with immersions on September 25.
The song focuses on Ram and Sita's bond, taking audiences through their journey together. The visuals also capture moments of Ram and Sita being worshipped by devotees. The serene imagery, combined with the song's devotional tone, gives audiences a glimpse into the film's larger visual and emotional world.
Apple's online store went offline as the company prepared for the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max pre-order rollout. The temporary shutdown is a routine move around major Apple launches as product pages and ordering systems are updated.
The real achievement of India's 2026 BRICS presidency is not that 11 countries signed another declaration. It is that, amid wars, rivalries and deep geopolitical fractures, New Delhi persuaded them to agree on what the next international order should begin to look like.
His remarks triggered a political war of words, with Congress spokesperson Pawan Khera accusing the government of imposing its dietary preferences on foreign dignitaries and Union Minister Kiren Rijiju hitting back at the Congress for making politics even on the food menu.
The government's new incentive scheme for domestic PNG connections aims to expand clean cooking fuel access by encouraging CGD companies to add more active connections. The scheme provides additional domestic
Almost the exact same sequence had unfolded when India's men, led by Suryakumar Yadav, won the Asia Cup at the same venue last September. On Sunday, Harmanpreet Kaur's side beat Sri Lanka by 72 runs to lift the women's title.
Mary Kom's Bigg Boss 20 remark that no other woman athlete had achieved what she did sparked criticism, prompting her team to issue an apology and clarification.
An Indian seafarer is missing after the Panama-flagged tanker MT El Gaia was attacked off Oman, with 13 Indian crew members rescued. The incident came shortly after PM Modi proposed a BRICS emergency support network for seafarers.
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.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will host discussions on resilience, innovation, cooperation and sustainability. Chinese President Xi Jinping, Russian President Vladimir Putin and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian are among leaders attending as talks focus on inclusive global growth.
Chinese President Xi Jinping skipped Prime Minister Narendra Modi's BRICS gala dinner in New Delhi, with sources attributing his absence to travel fatigue. Xi completed his key summit engagements, including talks with Modi on bilateral ties, before departing India on Sunday after his first visit to the country in seven years.
Pakistani actor Mahira Khan, who made her Bollywood debut opposite Shah Rukh Khan in Raees, has announced her second pregnancy at 41. The actor shared a picture flaunting her baby bump on Instagram. The baby will be her first child with husband Salim Karim and her second child overall.
Gold and silver prices remained largely stable in India on September 13, 2026. The latest rates put gold at 1,53,250 per 10 grams and silver at 2,34,670 per kg, while city-wise prices varied slightly across major markets.
Akshay Kumar's recent box-office struggles have continued despite a few films posting substantial collections. While Bhooth Bangla and Welcome To The Jungle crossed the Rs 100-crore mark domestically, their theatrical performance has been debated because of their reported budgets and recovery requirements.
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.
Akanksha Chamola has responded to reports that she demanded Rs 10 crore in alimony from ex-husband Gaurav Khanna. She has unfollowed Gaurav on Instagram and removed their pictures, while he continues to follow her and retain their photos.
Diljit Dosanjh made history as the first Punjabi artist to headline Wembley Stadium, where fans were offered free turban-wrapping services during his Aura World Tour concert.
He also met Prime Minister Narendra Modi to discuss trade, energy, infrastructure, technology and defence cooperation. Both leaders exchanged views on West Asia and the Black Sea region, stressing dialogue and diplomacy.
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.
The release of 71 intelligence documents marking the 25th anniversary of the attacks sheds new light on bin Laden's global terror ambitions and the warnings received by US officials about al-Qaeda's activities before September 11, 2001.
The discussions took place during separate calls between Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi and his Turkish and Iraqi counterparts. Separately, Iran and Oman reached an understanding on new shipping routes through the Strait of Hormuz and will brief Gulf countries on the arrangements.
Actress Mandakini joined the 80s nostalgia trend on social media, delighting fans with a retro look and recalling her iconic film 'Ram Teri Ganga Maili'.
Abhishek Bachchan once revealed that Zeenat Aman was his first love in Bollywood during the shoot of 'Mahaan' in Kathmandu.
Strong Chinese buying and a sharp drop in Saudi Arabia's oil output added to the rally. Brent has risen around 30% from early August lows, while concerns over the Strait of Hormuz and Middle East supply disruptions continue to pressure energy markets.
US President Donald Trump expects the Iran war to end after the November midterm elections and says oil prices will tumble. He also said he is open to Chinese automakers setting up plants in the US as Chinese President Xi Jinping visits India for the BRICS Summit.
Union Ministers and Chief Ministers attending the BRICS Summit 2026 are expected to travel together in a single bus from Parliament to Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi. The move aims to reduce VIP convoys, ease traffic congestion and minimise inconvenience to commuters.
In the clip, Alia can be seen posing for photographs as a group of fans gathers around her. At one point, a fan moves closer to the actor with his phone, seemingly trying to get a selfie. Her bodyguard steps in and pushes him away. When the fan attempts to get another picture, the security personnel again moves him away from Alia.
The Indian Army rejected reports of increased terror activity and an unusual military build-up along the LoC, calling the claims fake and misleading.
Salman Khan calls Qazi Touqeer the Rockstar of Bigg Boss 20, while his medical room 'acting' stunt is expected to be addressed during Weekend Ka Vaar.
CINTAA dispute escalated after Poonam Dhillon, Upasana Singh, Padmini Kolhapure and others were involved in a heated confrontation at the association's Mumbai office, prompting police intervention.
Maharashtra FDA Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe has defended the ongoing crackdown on restaurants and railway food vendors, saying the action is focused on food safety, hygiene standards and public health.
Delhi Traffic Police has announced restrictions and diversions on several key roads on September 12 due to the BRICS Summit. Commuters have been advised to use the Metro and plan their journeys in advance.
A note from Sarnaik's office said Dutt called the minister and spoke to him in Marathi, eginning with 'Pratap bhai, Jai Maharashtra'. Dutt also told him he knows Marathi well. He apologised if his remark sent the wrong message, a note from Sarnaik's office said.
Lady Gaga and her fianc Michael Polansky have reportedly welcomed their first child together. The couple has kept details about the newborn private, including the name, sex and birth date. The family of three was recently spotted in Northern California.
Bollywood actor Ranveer Singh has been named BMW India's new brand ambassador. He unveiled the new BMW 7 Series range at an event in New Delhi, marking the beginning of his association with the luxury carmaker. The new range includes petrol and fully electric variants, with bookings open and deliveries set to begin in October 2026.
The coming-of-age romantic comedy stars Aarushi Bajaj, Piyush Khati, Bianca Arora and Ansh Duggal and premieres on Prime Video on September 25, 2026. Don't Be Shy is produced by Alia Bhatt and Shaheen Bhatt
Russian President Vladimir Putin took a swipe at the G7 at the BRICS Business Forum in New Delhi, highlighting the growing economic influence of BRICS and saying the grouping accounts for more than 40 per cent of global GDP
Kareena Kapoor looked stunning in a vibrant rainbow-hued lehariya saree at the Daayra music launch in Mumbai. She recently turned muse for designer Ritu Kumar, recalling the emotional connection she shares with the brand through her wedding ensemble.
Jennifer Lawrence has joined Instagram after years of saying she'd never join social media. She has debuted with the username 'jlaw', famously coined by her fans. Explaining the reason for choosing 'jlaw', she wrote 'jenniferlawrence was taken' in her bio.
Russian President Vladimir Putin landed in New Delhi early Friday for a three-day visit to participate in the 18th BRICS Summit and meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi to expand bilateral trade, investment and energy cooperation.
The viral 80s AI trend has taken over social media, with Divyenndu, Ravi Kishan and the Mirzapur: The Movie cast joining in. Neetu Kapoor also shared a retro AI picture featuring herself and Rishi Kapoor, while Rahul Gandhi, Raghav Chadha and Parineeti Chopra have also hopped on the trend.
Amrapali Dubey was left offended after Mahhi Vij repeatedly made Bhabhi remarks on Bigg Boss 20. She felt the comments could be seen as a dig at the Bhojpuri industry and later explained her concerns to Mahhi. Amrapali also apologised to her fans and followers.
Orry has made another claim about his fallout with Sara Ali Khan, alleging she once pushed a girl off a chair at a party. He said the girl confronted him because Sara was very famous at the time. Orry recalled taking the blame despite denying he pushed her
The patent encompasses the architecture and the system that synchronises optical and microwave sensors to acquire data simultaneously with spatial and temporal alignment. GalaxEye had previously patented the foundational technology in India.
GRT Jewellers will gain control of TBZ, a jewellery company founded in Mumbai's Zaveri Bazaar in 1864, which has grown from a single store to 37 outlets across 28 cities, mainly in Maharashtra and Gujarat.
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.

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