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Should not be increased: UP Minister Sanjay Nishad opposes hike in UPI charges

Digital Desk | Lucknow, Sep 16 (IANS) Amid the Centre's decision to introduce a 0.4 per cent UPI charge on certain merchant transactions above Rs

Chinnasalem: Engineering Girl Student Assaulted By Peers For Being Possessed

Superstition took a cruel turn at a private engineering college near Chinnasalem, where a girl student was allegedly beaten with a broom and had

Ganesh Chaturthi in Ambani family: Radhika-Anant dance their heart out

The family members were seen participating in the festivities with enthusiasm and devotion as the idol was taken for immersion.

Pakistan Weighs Smart Lockdown As Fuel Prices Surge

Government considers measures to curb petroleum consumption amid higher fuel prices and West Asia tensions.

Megastar Joins Hands With Rang De Basanti Director Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra for Mega 2027 Project

US stocks ease further as market eyes Fed decision

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Lords Mark Industries completes Phase 1 expansion of Silvassa facility

Lords Mark Industries has successfully completed Phase I of its expansion plan at its Silvassa facility, nearly three months ahead of its origina

North Korea Accuses US of Provoking South Korea and Japan to Acquire Nuclear Submarines

North Korea claims the US is urging South Korea and Japan to pursue nuclear submarines, escalating regional tensions. North Korea Accuses US of P

Russian Tu-95 Bombers carrying Kh-101 Missiles conduct patrols over Barents & Norwegian seas

Robokidz Eduventures IPO to Open September 21, Check Key Details

Pune (Maharashtra) [India], September 16: Robokidz Eduventures Limited, a technology-enabled learning and skill-development company focused on Ro

RRB Paramedical Recruitment 2026: Applications Open for Nursing, Pharmacist and Other Posts, Check Eligibility

Candidates looking for a government job in the Indian Railways' paramedical category have a new recruitment opportunity. The Railway Recruitment

Who is Eliana Moreno? NewsChopper 4 reporter giving Los Angeles a view from above

An NBC News helicopter crashed while covering a separate vehicular accident in Chatsworth. The helicopter crash resulted in three fatalities and

Naidu Inaugurates Pilgrim Experience Centre at Tirumala

The centre has been set up to allow devotees to view 3D videos depicting the daily kainkaryams and puja rituals performed for Lord Venkateswara,

Cordelia Cruises Partners with Capillary Technologies as It Sharpens Focus on Guest Loyalty and Repeat Travel

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 16: Cordelia Cruises has partnered with Capillary Technologies, a global leader in AI-powered customer lo

SIT Investigates Proposed Visit of Lionel Messi and Argentina Team to Kerala

The Special Investigation Team is probing financial irregularities linked to Lionel Messis proposed tour of Kerala in 2025. SIT Investigates Prop

Salman Khan performs Ganpati aarti incorrectly, Arpita Khan corrects him

Mumbai: Bollywood superstar Salman Khan was seen participating in the Ganpati Visarjan celebrations with his family on Tuesday night. It was here

New Zealand parliament passes 'once-in-a-generation' India trade deal, cutting tariffs on most exports

New Zealand's parliament has passed legislation implementing its free trade agreement with India, clearing the way for tariff elimination or redu

40,000 massive bombs for Israel? Trump plans $2.8 billion arms deal as Gaza ceasefire remains fragile

Donald Trump-led administration is planning a USD 2.8 billion arms package for Israel that includes 40,000 powerful 2,000-pound bombs, according

Central America is running out of water and food as El Nino kills cattle and wipes out harvests

The region of Central America is grappling with a catastrophic El Nio event that has led to widespread hunger. Farmers are witnessing their crops

H-1B should not exist to replace American workers with low-wage foreigners: US VP JD Vance

WASHINGTON: United States Vice President JD Vance has addressed administrative efforts to reform the H-1B visa programme to ensure it targets top

Furlicks Goes from 6 to 22 SKUs: Fredun Pharmaceuticals Ltd. Accelerates Pet Wellness Expansion

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 15: Fredun Pharmaceuticals Limited (FPL) is charting the next phase of growth for Furlicks witha signific

Trump Has Few Good Options To Slow China's Rise As AI Superpower

China has continuously narrowed the gap with the US on AI despite the restrictions, as Xi pours money into becoming self-sufficient on the entire

Godavari Biorefineries jumps nearly 10% after Chinese patent grant for antiviral compound

The patent, titled Use of Compounds for Treating Viral Infections, covers compounds that inhibit V-ATPase activity in cells, with applications in

EUs Kaja Kallas Condemns Russias Aggressive Actions in Recent Days

Kaja Kallas highlights Russias recent provocations, urging continued support for Ukraine amid rising tensions in Europe. EUs Kaja Kallas Condemns

Maha faces severe dry spell as 83 talukas in 19 districts received no rain for over 20 days

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 16 (IANS) With the monsoon taking a prolonged break, Kharif crops across Maharashtra are facing a severe crisis, pushi

Trump Jr Wedding Funding By Russian Billionaire Draws Scrutiny

US Attorney General Todd Blanche dismisses calls for a Justice Department inquiry into Umar Kremlevs reported contribution to the wedding festivi

Energy Conservation Key to Meeting Rising Power Demand: Bhatti

Telangana aims to become a $3 trillion economy by 2047: Bhatti

Garena Free Fire MAX Redeem Codes September 16, 2026: Check full list of codes, free rewards, diamonds, skins

Garena Free Fire MAX redeem codes for September 16, 2026, can help players claim free in-game rewards such as skins, outfits, vouchers, crates an

India's Gold Rush Gets A Reality Check As Prices Fall 20% From Record High

When prices keep rising, investors can start treating gold as a momentum trade rather than as one part of a diversified portfolio.

Pakistan is under lockdown! Silence will prevail after 8 pm. What is the matter?

Pakistan's fuel crisis is deepening. A state of emergency is emerging in the country. Pakistan now has only 28 days of fuel left. Consequently, t

Jio vs Airtel vs Vi: Which plan is best with 365 days' validity?

Jio, Airtel, and Vi's 365-day recharge plans offer different benefits, including data, calling, SMS, and OTT subscriptions. Choosing the right pl

Tea-pakoda, vegetable and street vendors will not be spared; UPI's limit of Rs 1 lakh is too low!

Under the new rules for UPI payments, small merchants earning up to 1 lakh per month through QR codes will not have to pay any MDR. However, if w

Prasol Chemicals slips on market debut

Shares of Prasol Chemicals were currently trading at Rs 623.25 at 10:25 IST on the BSE, representing a discount of 7.80% as compared with the iss

Tata Sons must launch IPO, RBI's caveat in Bombay High Court

Tata Sons, the parent company of the Tata Group, is facing no relief from the IPO. The RBI has filed a caveat in the Bombay High Court, limiting

Exide Industries rises after inking strategic pact with

Exide Industries added 1.08% to Rs 413.55 after the company announced the signing of a long-term strategic cooperation agreement with ExCom Energ

Messi Event Row: Police Conduct Search at Reporter TV Office in Kochi

The Assistant Commissioner of Police of Thrikkakara, who is leading the search, claimed that the channel was not cooperating with the process

Godavari Biorefineries jumps on bagging Chinese patent for antiviral compound

Godavari Biorefineries surged 11.99% to Rs 253.80 after China's patent office granted the company a patent for compounds used in treating viral i

Nifty trades above 23,200 level; PSU Bank shares rally

PSU bank shares advanced after declining for two consecutive trading sessions, supported by buying interest across select counters.

What is the difference between a herb and a shrub?

The line between a herb and a shrub comes down to one thing: whether the stem has lignin or not. That single difference decides how long the plan

West Bengals Revenue Rises 33% After Curbing Resource Theft, Says Minister Dilip Ghosh

Minister Dilip Ghosh announced a 33% increase in West Bengals revenue after halting the theft of natural resources like coal and sand. West Benga

KPHB: Woman Dies After Falling Ill Following Contraceptive Pills

According to reports, the woman, a resident of Rajahmundry, was working at a private laboratory in KPHB. She became acquainted with Naga Sai thro

Ananya Panday performs Ganpati visarjan at home in eco-friendly way

MUMBAI: Actor Ananya Panday performed Ganesh Visarjan at her home in an eco-friendly manner.The actor immersed the Ganesh idol in a drum filled w

Nifty Smallcap 100 index extends fall, down 2%; Welspun Corp, FSL skid 5%

In the past one week, the Nifty Smallcap 100 index has underperformed the market by falling 5 per cent, compared to 2 per cent decline in the Nif

After Hugging Face hack, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman bats for enterprise AI defence solutions

During Dreamforce 2026, OpenAIs Sam Altman used the Hugging Face hack carried out by his companys models to push for enterprise-level cyber-defen

'Narendra's Ongoing Trump Appeasement': Congress' dig at Prime Minister on UPI move

Congress criticises the government for introducing charges on UPI transactions for merchants. This move is seen as appeasing United States demand

Chicken Storage Tips: How long does chicken last in the fridge? Learn the right rules.

Chicken Spoilage Signs: If the storage method is wrong, then even the chicken kept in the fridge can spoil quickly, and in such a situation there

US House Advances Russia Sanctions Bill, Trump Could Impose Up To 100% Tariff On India

Trump could gain tariff powers targeting countries buying Russian energy, putting Indias exports under fresh pressure.

French philosopher Albert Camus quote of the day: When you have once seen the glow of happiness on the face of a beloved person The Stranger author on finding strength in lifes darkest moments

Albert Camus, a renowned Algerian-French author, delved into themes of human resilience and the strength found within adversity. He famously prop

Alia Bhatt on Mahesh Bhatt: My father is very theatrical

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 16 (IANS) Bollywood star Alia Bhatt has spoken about her filmmaker Mahesh Bhatt recalling a childhood memory that capt

Climate change is putting the squeeze on the world

September 16, 2026 (Conversation) This year, the European summer has been sweltering. It is unprecedented in many ways, marked by extreme heat, d

Celebrating Vishwakarma Jayanti 2026: The Tradition Behind the Worship of Lord Vishwakarma

Explore the origins and significance of Vishwakarma Jayanti, a day dedicated to honoring the deity of craftsmanship and architecture. Celebrating

Man Sentenced To Death For Rape, Murder Of 4-Year-Old Assam Girl In 2023

The sentence comes three years after a four-year-old girl was sexually assaulted and subsequently killed at Krishnakali Tea Estate.

DSC constable leaves Air Force station duty point with 20 live rounds, triggers PCR call

During an inquiry, it was found that he had left early after consuming alcohol, says police

Has packaged food become a habit? Make these changes to your diet.

It's not necessary to completely avoid packaged food; if you make some changes to your daily diet, you can improve your health by choosing more b

Low-pressure system to bring extremely heavy rainfall in Gujarat: IMD

A low-pressure system over southwest Rajasthan and adjoining areas is likely to bring extremely heavy rain to Saurashtra-Kutch, while monsoon wit

Onion Peeling Hack: Do you get teary-eyed when cutting onions? Now, cut them in a jiffy.

Onion Preparation Tips: Onions contain certain sulfur compounds and enzymes that reside in various compartments within their cells. These cells b

How is cockroach milk extracted, and why is it healthy?

This milk is extracted in crystal form from the embryos of the Pacific beetle species of cockroach. Rich in protein, fat, and amino acids, it is

Saudi-led coalition warns of

RIYADH: The Saudi-led coalition on Wednesday warned that the security of Islams two holiest sites is a red line after Saudi air defences intercep

Nifty Prediction Today September 16, 2026: Nifty 50 Futures: Resistance to cap the upside. Go short on a rise

The price action in the early trade indicates that Nifty could be struggling to sustain the bounce. Intraday resistances are at 23,280 and 23,340

Iron Lady Of Assam Sanjukta Parasor Becomes First Woman To Lead CRPFs 10-Battalion CoBRA

The 2006-batch Assam-Meghalaya cadre IPS officer brings counter-insurgency, field policing and NIA experience to CoBRAs top post.

India dispatches Anti-retroviral medicines to Botswana

In another significant step towards strengthening health cooperation with Indias Global South partners, India dispatched a consignment of 10 tons

Do you grind your teeth in your sleep? Find out why.

Grinding your teeth during sleep is called bruxism. It can be caused by stress, sleep disturbances, and other factors. Repeated episodes can affe

Fatigue persists even after a good night's sleep, but it's not just stress or lack of sleep.

If you feel tired throughout the day even after a full night's sleep, it may not just be due to stress, but also to issues with your jaw structur

Redmi's new phone launched with a 10,000mAh battery! Learn about its features and price.

Redmi has launched a new phone with a powerful 10,000mAh battery. It offers an excellent camera, powerful features, and an attractive design. Let

Human rights panel calls for effective early warning systems in human-wildlife conflict zones in Keralam

Wildlife movement routes and conflict-prone hotspots should be mapped and kept under continuous surveillance, according to Kerala State Human Rig

South Indian Stars Surya and Jyothika Renew Their Vows After 20 Years of Marriage

Surya and Jyothika celebrate their 20th wedding anniversary with a heartfelt vow renewal ceremony in Mumbai. South Indian Stars Surya and Jyothik

Maharashtra FDA suspends Cafe Mondegar licence over food safety violations

The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Tuesday said it has suspended the licences of Cafe Mondegar, a popular restaurant, and thre

What is MSI Mode, and how will GPU speed increase after turning on this setting?

What is MSI Mode, and how can turning it on in your Windows PC improve GPU performance? Learn the key points and benefits of this setting.What is

Telangana Assembly session LIVE: Discussion on property regulations and El Nio impact to be taken up today

The short discussion on the prohibited properties under Section 22A of the Registration Act will continue

US House set to vote on Russia sanctions bill naming India for possible 100 per cent tariffs

WASHINGTON DC: The US House of Representatives is set to vote on a Russia sanctions bill that could authorise President Donald Trump to impose ta

Bangladesh Union Parishad elections to be held in 7 phases

Bangladesh Election Commission has decided to hold Union Parishad elections across the country in 7 phases, with the first phase likely to be hel

Visakhapatnam: Currency Notes Found Scattered Outside Central Park

Morning walkers who noticed the currency notes were shocked and alerted the officials.

Sepehran Airlines Boeing 737 Makes Emergency Landing In Iran After Ceiling Collapse

Iranian Boeing 737 returns safely after tyre trouble triggers severe vibrations and cabin damage during landing.

Yashs Toxic Stumble Worries Telugu Stars? Director Weighs In

They reportedly opened strongly in the Telugu states, but the audience was disappointed as the action did not deliver the emotional or storytelli

The Day 600 Men Lay Siege To Islam's Holiest Site And How They Were Gassed Out

Nearly 47 years ago, on November 20, 1979, the Grand Mosque itself was seized by an armed group in one of the most extraordinary episodes in mode

15-Year-Old Survives 62 Hours At Sea, Refuses To Let Go Of Dead Brother And Cousin

When he was rescued, he was severely dehydrated, suffering from extreme exposure, and in critical condition. But he was breathing.

UPI MDR charges: What general users need to know about the new rules

New UPI MDR rules will apply to select merchant transactions, but consumers can continue using UPI for daily payments, QR payments and AutoPay wi

VHP Calls for Investigation into Meeting Between Maharashtra Minority Commission Chair and Notorious Gangster Abu Salem

The VHP demands an inquiry after Maharashtra Minority Commission Chair Pyare Khan met gangster Abu Salem in Nashik Jail, citing serious concerns.

Uttarakhand, Haryana, four other states sign Kishau Dam pact: Key details

Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, Rajasthan and Delhi signed the Kishau Dam pact for a 232.6-metre dam on the Tons River alo

US CBO estimates Iran war cost at $38 bn, sees $3 bn monthly if conflict intensifies

WASHINGTON: The ongoing US conflict with Iran in West Asia has cost the US Department of Defense (DoD) approximately USD 38 billion as of August

Glass Wall Systems (India) jumps on market debut

Shares of Glass Wall Systems (India) were currently trading at Rs 204.70 at 10:15 IST on the BSE, representing a premium of 12.47% as compared wi

Orient Green Power Company arm receives upgrade in credit ratings from CRISIL

Star Health FY26 Data Highlights How Young India is Driving the Digital Health Insurance Revolution

Star Health FY26 Data Highlights How Young India is Driving the Digital Health Insurance Revolution

Delhi Govt to double monthly incentive for ASHA workers to Rs 6,000

Delhi Government has announced to double the fixed monthly incentive for ASHA workers from three thousand rupees to six thousand rupees. This dec

Prasol Chemicals make weak debut, trades below 676-IPO price

The stock stages a rebound within minutes of listing, rising to 654.80 on the BSE, but continues to trade below its IPO price

Karnataka Bomb Blast Accused 'Fake' Maoist Arrested After Hunt By 150 Cops

Kanakalabande Venkatesh was reportedly on the run after the crude bomb blast in August and was hiding in the Kadamalakunte Hills.

Husband Kills Wife Over Suspected Infidelity in Hardoi

A man in Hardoi has been arrested for allegedly murdering his wife with a sharp weapon over suspicions of infidelity. Husband Kills Wife Over Sus

Chennai CCB Raids Former TN Minister Anbil Maheshs Residence

The allegations include an alleged Rs 888 crore cash-for-jobs scam, in which money was allegedly collected from candidates in exchange for govern

Bitcoin comes under renewed pressure as looming Fed hike adds to woes

Clarity Act, a crypto regulatory bill in the US, fails to progress in the Senate, disappointing investors who were banking on it to give the mark

No Fee On UPI Transfers Between People

The new Unified Payments Interface (UPI) framework introduced has no impact on any person to person transactions. UPI will continue to remain com