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SIT seeks more officers for POCSO probe against granite baron Veeramani

Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 27 (IANS) More senior officers may be brought into the investigation of the POCSO case against Gem Group chairman R.

Neha Dhupia pens a heartfelt birthday note for mother: My pillar, my peace, my person

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 27 (IANS) Actress and television personality Neha Dhupia shared a heartfelt birthday wish for her mother Manpinder Dhu

Today's Birthday : 27th September 2026

Happy Birthday & welcome to special section of Webdunia . Here, We render the Astro update & sheds light on the personality of the Birthday Boy/

How is your day: 27th September 2026

Aries : Take the initiative in romance or in making entertainment plans. At night, however, you may be pre-occupied with a creative project. Taur

Holiday Rush, By-poll Campaign Gridlock Clog Chennai-Tiruchy NH

With temperatures remaining high during the day, passengers stuck inside vehicles have been facing additional discomfort as traffic crawls throug

Bengal Minister Denies BJPs Involvement in Attack on TMC MLA Kunal Ghoshs Car

West Bengal Minister Dilip Ghosh refutes BJPs role in the attack on TMC MLA Kunal Ghoshs car, questioning the MLAs claims. Bengal Minister Denies

Dictatorship of one hegemon...: Lavrov accuses US of invading Venezuela, abducting Maduro at UNGA

UEFA Nations League: Ireland players agree to play Israel fixtures, plan black armbands

David Courell, the CEO of the Football Association of Ireland, said at a long-delayed press conference earlier that an unnamed player's discomfor

Serial Practitioner Of Terrorism: Jaishankar Slams Pakistan At UNGA, Rejects Attempts To Normalise Terror

CCPA slaps 10 lakh fine on Amazon, Flipkart; 5 lakh on JioMart over unregistered herbicide sales

CCPA directs the e-commerce companies to immediately discontinue the sale and advertisement of the product; it was being marketed without disclos

Indian Badminton Stars Exit Asian Games After Quarter-Final Losses

Indias mixed doubles and womens doubles teams face defeat in quarter-finals at the Asian Games, ending their medal hopes. Indian Badminton Stars

'They are dying because no money coming in': Trump says Iran wants immediate reopening of Hormuz

US President Donald Trump claimed Iran was seeking the 'immediate reopening' of the Strait of Hormuz because it is facing financial pressure afte

AP Neta Natter | Lokesh: Speed And Time To Break Babus Hurdles

The linkage is clear MoU ceremonies may make for nice photographs, but investments turning into reality are all about speed and time. The state

Watch: Oregon QB Dante Moores injury after a late hit by Desman Stephens during game against the Trojans triggers a brawl-like situation; video inside

Oregon quarterback Dante Moore suffered a injury when Southern California linebacker Desman Stephens tackled him hard in the second quarter. The

BJP President Nitin Naveen to Strengthen Party Organization in West Bengal

Nitin Naveens two-day visit to West Bengal aims to bolster BJPs grassroots organization ahead of key elections. BJP President Nitin Naveen to Str

Tuni: 19 College Students Fall Ill After Allegedly Consuming Sambar With Lizard

The students alleged that a lizard had fallen into the sambar served during lunch and claimed that they fell ill after consuming the food.

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay to launch 1-gram gold ring scheme for newborns on Monday, Sept 28

On September 28, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay will inaugurate a one-gram gold ring scheme for newborns. The scheme, named Thaimaaman

India Advocates for National AI Models at UN Amid Global Concerns Over AI Control

India supports the right for nations to develop their own AI models at the UN, amidst global concerns over AI control by a few countries. India A

Army of Robots: Ukraine turns to machines for its most dangerous missions

In a bold move to boost military efficiency, Ukraine is unveiling the 'Army of Robots' initiative, focusing on automation for the battlefield. Th

Telangana Neta Natter | Get gramming, Revanth Tells Ministers

With the Opposition busy scoring digital points, the CM is learnt to have told ministers, in effect, that doing good work is only half the job; t

Devotees Flock to Tiruchendur Temple for Full Moon Celebrations

Thousands of devotees gathered at the Tiruchendur Temple in Tamil Nadu for full moon celebrations, lighting lamps and offering prayers. Devotees

Badminton: Treesa-Gayatri , Dhruv- Tanisha Suffer QF Defeat At Asian Games

Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand's impressive run at the Asian Games came to an end with a straight-game loss to Malaysian world No. 5 pairing

September 28 Panchang: A Day for Ancestors and Auspicious Rituals

On September 28, perform rituals for ancestors and take advantage of auspicious timings for new ventures. September 28 Panchang: A Day for Ancest

Asian Games LIVE: India Match Archery World Record, Manu Bhaker Looking To Make Amends

Asian Games 2026, India In Action, Day 8 LIVE Updates: Abhay Singh and Anahat Singh will be playing their final matches in the men's and women's

EPS Attacks Vijay over Madurantakam Candidate

Palaniswami said the delay in the case warranted scrutiny and questioned the participation of Veeramani in a recent public event attended by mini

Indian Archery Teams Reach Semifinals at Asian Games in Nagoya

Indias mens and womens compound archery teams advance to semifinals after victories over Kazakhstan and Bhutan at the Asian Games. Indian Archery

A dubious rarity

At Mudichur, birders chanced upon a Java sparrow while having gone there in the hope of seeing another bird species. The Java sparrow is a breedi

Leaders Pay Tribute to Raja Ram Mohan Roy on His Death Anniversary, Highlighting His Lasting Reforms

Leaders across India honor Raja Ram Mohan Roy, remembering his pivotal role in social reform and womens empowerment. Leaders Pay Tribute to Raja

Tributes Pour in for Former Minister Jaswant Singh on His Death Anniversary

Leaders across India pay homage to Jaswant Singh, recalling his significant contributions to finance, defense, and foreign affairs. Tributes Pour

Two Killed On Spot After Lorry Hits Motorcycle In Kakinada

The deceased were identified as Shivaji and Raju, residents of K. Kothuru.

Hindustan Zinc Restores 1,105 Hectares of Land, Turns It Green

Udaipur, September 26, 2026 (Daily Kiran): Hindustan Zinc Limited, one of the worlds largest integrated zinc producers and a leading silver produ

Ukraine, Czechia to clash in Billie Jean King Cup final; watch live on VETO OTT

The final of the Billie Jean King Cup, one of the biggest and most prestigious team competitions in women's tennis, will be played between Ukrain

Punjab Intensifies Crackdown on Crop Residue Burning Amid Rising Incidents

Punjab reports 40 cases of crop residue burning, imposing fines totaling 40,000 as air quality concerns rise. Punjab Intensifies Crackdown on Cro

A year after Karur stampede at TVK rally, scars remain and justice still elusive

The physical traces of the tragedy have faded, but the trauma remains even after a year. The victims families seek justice as the CBI investigate

Karur stampede: Anatomy of the tragedy at Vijays TVK rally in Tamil Nadu

The organisers had announced that TVK president Vijay would speak at 12 p.m.; the crowd began to assemble from 9 a.m., but he did not arrive at t

Karur stampede: First accused Mathiyazhagan, another TVK functionary sent to 15-day judicial custody

M.C. Pounraj had allegedly sheltered accused number one and Karur West district secretary V.P. Mathiyazhagan

Hindustan Zinc restores 1,105 Hectares of land equivalent to 1,500+ Football Fields, advancing Ecological Restoration

8.5 lakh saplings planted since 2020, including 1.14 lakh in FY26 Certified 3.32x Water Positive; advances circular water management and Zero Liq

Asian Games 2026 day 8 full schedule: India starts Archery campaign; focus on athletics, squash, badminton, shooting

India's athletes will participate in numerous events at the Asian Games 2026, starting very early in the morning. Archers, surfers, equestrian ri

Indian and Canadian Foreign Ministers Discuss Strengthening Bilateral Relations in New York

Indian Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar and Canadian counterpart Anita Anand meet to enhance bilateral ties during UNGA discussions. Indian and Can

Russia defies German calls to ease off its 'dangerous' escalation toward it

Russia's top diplomat rejected German calls to ease off its dangerous path of escalation toward the country, instead accusing Germany of being Uk

Education Landscape Changing with AI, Teachers Must Keep Updating Skills: Prof. Manju Mandot

Udaipur: Integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) into teaching and research has become a necessity in the changing technological environment, an

India and Canada Discuss Strengthening Bilateral Ties

Indian Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar meets Canadian counterpart Anita Anand to enhance diplomatic relations and explore new agreements. India an

The Vvaan, Daayra, The Paradise, Endgame Encore box office collection: Check Saturday figures

The Vvaan, The Paradise and Daayra are currently running in theatres alongside several other releases. Sidharth Malhotra and Tamannaah Bhatias Th

Hyderabad-Vijayawada Private Bus Loses Control, Rams Into Tree Near Choutuppal

In a major relief, none of the passengers sustained injuries in the accident.

Udaipur Bribe Case: Middleman Arrested Taking

Jaipur, September 26: The Rajasthan Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) arrested a middleman while allegedly accepting a bribe of 2 crore in Udaipur on

Amid CEC row, Ghulam Nabi Azad calls on opposition to unite

Srinagar: Former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Ghulam Nabi Azad on Saturday, September 27, called on the opposition to unite and raise its voi

Iran insists on diplomatic solution even after Trump rejects peace plan

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said only a negotiated solution can resolve the conflict with the US and Israel after Donald Trump rejecte

70K people evacuated as rain-induced floods hit Odisha

Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government on Saturday, September 26, evacuated over 70,000 people living in low-lying areas to safety and housed them in

Viral Jantar Mantar protest video is old, Delhi Police issues misinformation alert

A video purportedly showing a massive protest at Delhi's Jantar Mantar on Saturday is old, the Delhi Police said, dismissing claims that the demo

Coach backs Jadeja's experience for 2027 World Cup; Shubman Gill good to go after elbow blow during nets

Sitanshu Kotak expressed confidence in Ravindra Jadeja's potential for the upcoming 2027 ODI World Cup. He highlighted Jadeja's experience and al

Money mistakes young professionals make in their first 5 years of earning

From lifestyle expenses to missed compounding, the financial habits you build in your first five years can shape your long-term wealth

Hate takes many forms: 62 incidents targeting minorities in August

Siasat.coms monthly hate crime tracker in July recorded 63 hate crimes. The number remains more or less the same in August, with 62 incidents tar

Chennai Worker Killed in Wage Dispute in Nalgonda

According to police, a group of daily wage workers from Chennai, Tamil Nadu, had come to Nalgonda for work at a new Chennai Shopping Mall under c

Tributes Pour In for Ashok Singhal on His Birth Anniversary

Leaders pay homage to Ashok Singhal, a pivotal figure in the Ram Janmabhoomi movement, on his birth anniversary. Tributes Pour In for Ashok Singh

Powerful nor'easter lashes parts of northeast US with winds, rain, flooding

A slow-moving, powerful storm crept along the coast of the US Northeast on Saturday, producing high winds that caused power outages while whippin

Spain Triumphs Over England 3-2 in UEFA Nations League Clash

Spains thrilling 3-2 victory over England highlights a dramatic UEFA Nations League match at Wembley Stadium. Spain Triumphs Over England 3-2 in

DMK Govt Mishandled Veeramani Case, Says Minister Nirmal Kumar

Nirmal Kumar told mediapersons that the DMKs strong reaction to the Veeramani case indicated that something was wrong with the manner in which th

India, WFP discuss challenges to humanitarian efforts on UNGA sidelines

MEA Secretary (West) Sibi George met WFP Acting Executive Director Carl Skau and discussed the evolving global landscape and challenges facing hu

\Serial Practitioner Of Terrorism\: Jaishankar Slams Pakistan At UN, Says \That Will Not Stand\

India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday said India will continue to exercise its right to self-defence against terrorism. He a

Nations should shape own AI ecosystems, says EAM Jaishankar at UNGA

Jaishankar said countries should shape their own AI ecosystems in line with national priorities, with AI forming part of India's Global South par

Leaders Extend Greetings on World Tourism Day Celebrations

On World Tourism Day, leaders including Om Birla and Yogi Adityanath praised tourisms role in showcasing Indias rich heritage. Leaders Extend Gre

Watch: Oregon QB Dante Moores head smashes hard onto turf after a late hit, carted off the field in a viral video; check injury update

Dante Moore suffered a serious injury while playing against Southern California on September 26, 2026. The injury occurred when he was hit by lin

Jaishankar meets Canadian, Mexican, Venezuelan counterparts at UNGA

Jaishankar held separate meetings with his Canadian, Mexican and Venezuelan counterparts on the sidelines of the 81st UN General Assembly.

FBI confirms cybersecurity incident after reported hack compromised employee info

The FBI has acknowledged a cybersecurity breach involving the FBIJobs.gov portal, raising concerns over employee data security. The cybercrime gr

'Serial practitioner of terrorism': Jaishankar mounts strong attack on Pakistan at UNGA

Bihar CM bats for coordination between centre and State to curb infiltration in border areas of Nepal

Samrat Choudhary also issued instructions to identify unregistered religious sites and ensure action is taken in accordance with the rules.

Iran says 'only a negotiated solution' can end deadlock after Trump rejects 7-day ceasefire plan

After US President Donald Trump rejected Tehran's proposal for a seven-day ceasefire aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz, Iran on Sunday (Sep

Bangladesh plans to raise up to $1 billion in debut sovereign bond sale

The debt sale comes as developing nations navigate higher global borrowing costs following recent rate hikes by the US Federal Reserve

Boeing identifies issue with 737 Max software that may prompt delays

The US Federal Aviation Administration separately said it was convening a review board to determine whether the glitch presents a flight-safety i

Tax Audit Report Deadline Approaches: Essential Steps for Taxpayers

Taxpayers in India must prepare for the September 30 deadline for filing tax audit reports, with key steps outlined for compliance. Tax Audit Rep

Trump admin set to roll back Biden-era auto fuel economy standards

Trump pitched the changes, which he announced in December, as a way to boost the domestic auto industry and lower consumer costs

Class topper, wooden gun, Nano rides: How Shapath found his way in Asian Games

Class topper Shapath Bharadwaj fell in love with shooting at nine after watching his elder brother train. His father, S Raju, supported the dream

IIT Madras 1,000-startup bet; OpenAIs rogue agents raise fresh privacy concerns

IIT Madras aims to have around 1,000 startups under its fold by 2032, with at least one expected to go public every month, Director Prof V Kamako

21 Anganwadi Centres, Rs.63,000 Bribe: Metpally CDPO Trapped by ACB

Padma had allegedly been demanding Rs.1,000 per month from each Anganwadi centre. There are 21 centres in Metpally urban mandal.

BJP chief Nitin Nabin begins two-day West Bengal visit today

Kolkata: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) national president Nitin Nabin will undertake a two-day organisational and outreach visit to West Bengal st

Muted demand, higher oil prices to cloud paints sector outlook in near term

Dealer destocking, muted premium demand, rising crude-linked costs and sustained competitive intensity could keep near-term volume growth under p

Morning Digest: At UNGA, Jaishankar hits back at Pakistan PM on terrorism, Indus Waters Treaty; Trump rejects Iran proposal for deal to reopen Hormuz; and more

Here is a select list of stories to start the day

Trump says he approved fuel economy standards ending Biden EV mandate

US President Donald Trump has announced new fuel economy standards that reverse the previous administration's policies. These new standards aim t

How Israel's regional neighbours see its upcoming elections

Israel's approaching elections on October 27 are being closely observed by neighboring countries, emphasizing regional implications. Prime Minist

Vicky Kaushal and Alia Bhatt bring Love And War pairing to Manish Malhotra's Mijwan show

Bollywood actors Vicky Kaushal and Alia Bhatt walked the ramp together at Manish Malhotra's Mijwan Fashion Show in Mumbai on Saturday. The actors

Match sickle cell status, not horoscopes before marriage, say experts in Odisha

One can endure the excruciating pain caused by the disease, but it is far more difficult to overcome the stigma associated with it, says Asish, a

'Want to open Cuba up to our people': Trump predicts Cuba deal as Cuban FM slams US blockade at UN

'Want to open Cuba up to our people': Trump predicts Cuba deal as Cuban FM slams US blockade at UN

'Hanuman Ansh' BO day 51: Vishal Chaturvedi's film eyes 300 crore net in India

On September 26, Hanuman Ansh reached impressive box office earnings, collecting over Rs 6 crore net in India. The film saw a remarkable rise in

In Bihar, criminal escapes police custody by jumping into river

According to police, there has been no trace of the criminal since he jumped into the river. Police teamsare conducting raids at all his possible

400 flights cancelled, 100,000 without power as Nor-easter hits US East Coast

Coast Guard rescues 7 crew members from damaged boat off Kutch coast

Seven crew members were rescued by the Indian Coast Guard from a distressed boat off Jakhau coast. The boat, IFB Parameshwari, suffered hull dama

Iran Awaits US Response to Seven-Day Hormuz Reopening Plan

Trump has reiterated his rejection of a proposed regional arrangement concerning a vital maritime trade route, dismissing terms regarding the cri

EAM Jaishankar holds meetings with Canada, Mexico, Venezuela counterparts on sidelines of UNGA

EAM S Jaishankar had separate meetings with Canadian, Mexican, and Venezuelan foreign ministers during the 81st United Nations General Assembly.

Crews thin trees at Mark Twain Lake to help 200,000 endangered Indiana bats

No jealousy: Jurel reveals what Sooryavanshi does others cant even dream of

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, at only 15, has quickly become a rising star in Indian cricket. With exceptional skills and standout performances, he has c