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14 September

Remembering Tika Lal Taploo and the Kashmiri Pandit martyrs who sacrificed their lives By Omkar Dattatray 14 September is observed every year asK

BRICS has a financial Road-Map: The hard part is making it work

From Geopolitical aspiration to Economic reality By R Suryamurthy The latest BRICS financial agenda is ambitious enough to suggest that the grou

Want to 'reset' ties with India, should be done through bilateral discussions: Bangladesh

State Minister for Foreign Affairs Humaiun Kobir said Bangladesh needs to move beyond what he described as an excessive preoccupation with India

Is Modi-Putin personal equation becoming a quiet channel for peace?

New Delhi may not convince Moscow, but keep giving diplomacy its due By TN Ashok New Delhi witnessed a special kind of political theatre on the

India women's team refuses to take Asia Cup trophy from Mohsin Naqvi

India captain Harmanpreet Kaur and her teammates were seen celebrating after their record-extending eighth Women's Asia Cup title. However, the I

Hindi Diwas: The language of our self-respect and pride

Ramesh Sarraf Dhamora Hindi is the language of our self-respect and pride. It has earned us a distinct identity on the global stage. Hindi Diwas

Central Minister Emphasizes Importance of Mangroves for Coastal Biodiversity in Bhuj

Bhupender Yadav highlights mangrove conservation efforts in Bhuj, stressing their role in protecting coastal ecosystems and biodiversity. Central

Pre-booking of photo book on Indira Gandhi launched

Tensions Rise in Kolkata as Congress and BJP Clash Over Controversial Remarks by Religious Leader

A clash between Congress and BJP supporters erupted in Kolkata over controversial remarks made by religious leader Dhirendra Shastri regarding Be

Cows, crypto, crores: A peek into what Union ministers own

Recent asset declarations from ministers reveal a diverse range of portfolios including cryptocurrency investments and foreign assets. While some

Arunachal Pradesh Frontier Highway: Clearing hurdles on road to 2029 target

India's Arunachal Frontier Highway project is now on track for construction. This strategic road aims to boost connectivity along the Chinese bor

India once again shun Mohsin Naqvi, refuse to take Women's Asia Cup trophy from ACC chairman

The Indian team performed brilliantly as they took on Sri Lanka in the Women's Asia Cup 2026 final. The two sides met at the Dubai International

Over 31,000 Evacuated in Chinas Hainan Province Amid Heavy Rainfall

Heavy rains in Hainan, China, have led to the evacuation of over 31,000 people, with emergency responses activated to ensure safety. Over 31,000

TMC paid over 2X average rate for Carewell jet: ED

The Enforcement Directorate is investigating Trinamool Congress's aircraft charter payments. TMC paid substantially more per flying hour for an a

Tehran to present temporary Hormuz plan on Monday

Talks between Tehran and Muscat over the waterway, a global chokepoint for energy exports, have progressed in recent weeks and the latter had bee

Move Towards New Relationship: Bangladesh Wants To Reset India Ties

The remarks by State Minister for Foreign Affairs Humaiun Kobir came two days after Bangladesh on Thursday said Prime Minister Tarique Rahman wou

730 held for liquor smuggling over 5 months as new excise policy takes shape

ABVP unveils manifesto for DUSU polls; student housing, womens safety top priorities

PwC US, PwC India form JV to combine advisory talent, capabilities

The venture will combine PwC India's consulting business with PwC US Advisory's India-based capabilities; transaction expected to close in H1 202

Major Administrative Reshuffle in Madhya Pradesh: Transfers of 10 IPS and 127 Police Officers Announced

Madhya Pradeshs Home Department has announced significant transfers, affecting 10 IPS and 127 state police officers to enhance law enforcement. M

A year on, Rs 15 lakh for kin of 4 killed in Leh firing

Ladakh's Lieutenant Governor announced compensation for four protesters killed last September. An ex gratia of Rs 3 lakh for major injuries and R

My earliest memories are of the church in front of my home in Chintadripet

Dr J. Amalorpavanathan, vascular surgeon; former member, State Planning Commission

Jaywalking a menace on OMR, motorists say

China's Z.AI raises $5 billion through share, convertible bond sales

Z.AI raised about $2 billion through a Hong Kong share placement and $3 billion from convertible bonds, with 60 per cent of net proceeds earmarke

Watch: Worshippers brave heavy rain at Grand Mosque in Makkah

Makkah: Heavy rain swept across Makkah on Sunday, September 13, as worshippers gathered at the Grand Mosque for Maghrib prayer, with footage show

Abhishek Sharma Stresses Team Identity Amidst Performance Fluctuations

Abhishek Sharma insists Indias aggressive batting style remains intact despite recent performance issues, following a stellar T20 match against A

Bridge to replace part of Pallavaram-Thoraipakkam Radial Road on Pallikaranai marshland

Congress seeks PM Modi's response after his meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping

Congress questioned Prime Minister Modi's recent talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping. The party raised concerns about alleged Chinese territo

'Op Safed Sagar' Veteran Attacked With Iron Rod By Parking Staff In Gurugram

Gupta had gone to have a family dinner at a Gurugram restaurant last week. When he went to park his car, he alleged a parking attendant attacked

Mirwaiz Umar Farooq, others meet Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi

Kashmiri leaders met Iran's foreign minister on the BRICS summit sidelines. They discussed the grave regional situation and the need for restrain

BRICS Delhi Declaration backs sovereign Palestinian state, opposes Gaza displacement

During their summit, BRICS leaders embraced the Delhi Declaration, addressing the critical situation in Gaza with urgent concern. The declaration

Saudi Arabia pipeline outage threatens loss of 4% of global oil supply

Saudi Arabia has enough oil stocks at key ports to sustain exports for only a few days, raising the risk of a major supply loss if its East-West

Indian missing after attack on Panama-flagged tanker off Oman; MEA says search ops. on

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), condemning the attack as unacceptable, said 13 other Indian crew members of the vessel, MT El Gaia, were

IIT Kharagpur launches battle against student suicides

Digital Desk | Kolkata, Sep 14 (IANS) Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur has come up with a slew of measures to address mental health

How to charge your cell phone battery when there is no electricity in your house? 4 easy ways to recharge your battery during a power outage

In times of power outages, staying connected becomes a challenge, emphasizing the need for solutions like portable power banks. These handy devic

India Inc's apprenticeship participation remains limited to 30%

Only thirty percent of registered establishments actively provide apprenticeship training. Administrative issues and stipend payment delays hinde

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian Departs for Tehran After Attending BRICS Summit in India

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has left India for Tehran, expressing hopes for a meeting with PM Modi soon. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshk

Tata Sons to take up top leadership, IPO issues on Sep 17 after RBI missive

Board members could back a third term for Tata Sons Chairman N Chandrasekaran. The support is believed to have been strengthened after the RBI di

Telugu States Deck Up for Ganesh Festivities From Monday; Grand Idols Ready

Grand idols, special rituals and cultural programmes mark the 12-day celebrations

Smriti Irani congratulates Team India on record eighth Womens Asia Cup triumph

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 14 (IANS) Indias record-extending eighth Womens Asia Cup title drew a celebratory response from former Union Minist

Wholesale changes have not happened in civil services:M Veerappa Moily

There is a pronounced tendency to centralise now Centralisation will not take the country forward, either socially or economically, he said

Heavy Rain Inundates Low-Lying Areas in Godavari Districts

Passengers faced severe inconvenience at Nidadavolu bus stand as rainwater stagnated on the premises and rose above knee level, making it difficu

Ashok Singhal's last wish was for Vedic education to reach every household: Deputy Chief Minister

India Poised to Benefit from BRICS Expansion, Strengthening Ties with Global South: Report

A new report highlights Indias enhanced role in BRICS, offering opportunities for deeper ties with the Global South amid challenges. India Poised

JAC Stages Protest Demanding Protection of Waqf Lands in Raidurg

JAC president Abdul Wahab said a dispute regarding approximately 510.35 acres of Jamia Nizamia Waqf land had been going on for long.

Sumeet Raghavan recollects a line improvised on Sarabhai vs Sarabhai while shooting with Satish Shah and Rajesh Kumar

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 13 (IANS) Actor Sumeet Raghavan, who is receiving a lot of positive response to his work in the recently released show

India Crush Sri Lanka by 72 Runs to Clinch Record Eighth Women

In a dominant display of power-hitting and clinical spin bowling, Harmanpreet Kaurs India Women dismantled defending champions Sri Lanka by 72 ru

Temple tenants urge CM to implement G.O. fixing rents

BJP opposes circular on breakfast scheme

1st T20I: Delhi crowd created fantastic atmosphere for India-Afghanistan game, says DDCA chief Jaitley

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 13 (IANS) Delhi & District Cricket Association (DDCA) President Rohan Jaitley on Sunday lauded the passionate local

Amit Shah Praises Modis Defense Strategy at Mumbai Awards Ceremony

Amit Shah commends PM Modis decisive defense policies and economic reforms during the India Gems and Jewelry Awards in Mumbai. Amit Shah Praises

BJP to Launch Seva Sankalpa Abhiyan to Mark Modis 25 Years Public Service

Madhav asserted that Narendra Modis 13-year tenure as Gujarat chief minister and his subsequent service as Prime Minister has led to several deve

With the blessings of Maa Vindhyavasini, the BJP government will once again be formed with a massive majority in 2027: Keshav Prasad Maurya

Brics: Chidambaram's question merits better answers

BRICS has economic heft, but tangible gains for members remain limited

Procession of silk umbrellas leaves for Tirupati from Chennai

'We have certain standards and we played to it': Harmanpreet after Asia Cup win

Digital Desk | Dubai, Sep 13 (IANS) India captain Harmanpreet Kaur heaped praise on her team after winning the eighth Women's Asia Cup title by b

Belarus keen to turn fert supply ties into JV with India: Foreign Minister

Belarus seeks deeper industrial and agro sector cooperation with India. The nation is ready for joint ventures and local production in India. Pot

Brics Summit 2026: Grain Exchange looks promising, but hurdles remain

The Brics Grain Exchange, proposed in 2023 as a digital platform, is being championed by Russia, one of the world's largest grain producers

Reed Hastings took control of Powder Mountain with $100M in 2023; now he is spending $200M more

Congress to launch mass movement in MP's Balaghat over tribal children deaths

Digital Desk | Balaghat, Sep 13 (IANS) The Madhya Pradesh Congress will launch a mass movement on September 15 against the deaths of more than 30

Car Driver Flees After Hitting Police Barricade in Bandra, Mumbai

A car driver in Bandra, Mumbai, injured a police constable after crashing through a barricade and fled the scene. Car Driver Flees After Hitting

Brics Summit 2026: India and China look at pragmatic path ahead

The leaders' last sit-down bilateral meeting was on August 31, 2025, when Modi visited China for the Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit

Vodafone Idea denies Bharti Airtel, Jio's charge of 'unfair' practice

Says actions within defined rules; top two telcos want Trai to probe

Putin proposes BRICS cover, deal for grain market

Russian President Vladimir Putin proposed a new insurance mechanism for BRICS nations. He also suggested a collaborative initiative for the grain

India's payment pitch finds no mention in Brics declaration

BRICS leaders stopped short of endorsing concrete steps on payment-system interoperability and local-currency trade, leaving India's long-running

1st T20I: One Or Two Series Wont Define Our Team As A Batting Unit, Says Abhishek

Arun Jaitley Stadium: Star left-handed opener Abhishek Sharma, whose explosive 32-ball 82 blew Afghanistan away in the T20I series opener at the

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Brics Summit 2026 ticks all boxes on practical, actionable outcomes

BRICS Summit: India pushes practical cooperation as China, Russia pitch their priorities

Controversy Erupts Over Umar Khalid Documentary Screening in Bengaluru

The ABVP protests against the screening of a documentary on Umar Khalid, citing ongoing legal issues and potential influence on students. Controv

ABVP Opposes Screening of Documentary on Umar Khalid in Bengaluru

The ABVP calls for the cancellation of a documentary screening on Umar Khalid, citing ongoing legal issues and concerns over national sentiment.

MP transfers 10 IPS, 127 state service police officers in major reshuffle

Digital Desk | Bhopal, Sep 13 (IANS) The Madhya Pradesh Home Department on Sunday issued fresh posting orders for 10 Indian Police Service (IPS)

'India Key Player In Conflict Resolution': South Africa Minister To NDTV

It is important that the countries of the Global South should be able to be in the centre of conflict resolution. India is a key player in that r

TD Hits Back at YSRC Over Waste Management Allegations

He said the entire 80,000 tonnes of waste at the Allipuram yard had been cleared, while seven lakh tonnes out of the eight lakh tonnes at the Don

Chinese Satellite Intel Linked To Iran Strike That Killed 3 US Troops: Report

According to a report by The Wall Street Journal, the intelligence findings follow months of unheeded warnings from the Trump administration to B

Keshav Prasad Maurya extended greetings on Hariyali Teeja sacred festival celebrating Indian culture, faith, and respect for women

Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Orders Investigation into Alleged Misconduct at Bijapur School

Chhattisgarh CM initiates probe into alleged misconduct at a residential school, emphasizing student safety and accountability. Chhattisgarh Chie

Vinayaka Festival Sends Flower, Fruit Prices Soaring in Nellore

Chrysanthemums (Chamanthi) have seen a particularly steep rise, with the price climbing to 250 a kg from 100 just two days ago.

Iran President departs India after attending BRICS Summit

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 13 (IANS) Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, who travelled to India to attend the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi,

India vs Afghanistan: Abhishek Sharma Blitz Powers India to Seven-Wicket Win in 1st T20I

Afghanistan had a decent fight in them after a difficult start, but India needed only a few overs to take the game away. Abhishek Sharmas explosi

RPF rescues two teens from Nagaland near Katpadi

Necessary arrangements were also initiated for the safe reunion with their family

Coal stocks at Punjab's power plants at around '114% of requirement'

Coal ministry says Punjab power plants had stocks at 114% of normative requirement on September 11, ruling out inadequate coal supply as the caus

German and Russian Journalists Praise Indias Hospitality at BRICS Summit

Journalists from Germany and Russia commend Indias hospitality and cuisine during the BRICS Summit, highlighting the quality of media kits and fo

Manginapudi Beach Set for Maha Ganapati Fete With 63-Ft Idol

Peethadhipatis and swamis from different parts of the country are expected to participate.

India avenge 2024 final defeat, beat Sri Lanka to lift 8th Asia Cup title

In an exhilarating final, India Women clinched the Women's T20 Asia Cup title by overcoming Sri Lanka. Shafali Verma and Smriti Mandhana stood ou

New Vellore Corporation Commissioner assumes charge

NLCIL hands over four electric vehicles to Auroville

The vehicles were provided under the CSR initiative

India is rising star for AI tools at SAP Labs: MD Sindhu Gangadharan

India's SAP centres now drive a significant share of the company's global AI R&D and AI-agent development, strengthening the country's role as a

Alan Ritchsons $3 million Brentwood house: Inside the lavish Tennessee property where the Reacher star lived with wife Catherine and three sons before their 20-year marriage came to an end

After Alan Ritchson and wife Catherine announced their decision to end their nearly 20-year marriage, attention has turned to the Reacher stars l

Cluttered kitchen counter? Try these easy organisation hacks to make more space and keep everyday essentials within reach

Maximizing kitchen counter space is easier than you think with clever organizing tips. Consider installing wall-mounted racks for your utensils a

Over 4.8 mn affected in Bihar flood; water levels of rivers start to recede

Over 48 lakh people remained affected in flood-hit Bihar on Sunday, even as waters started to recede in most rivers which had been flowing above