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Chinese-linked mining projects in Africa face rising scrutiny over rights, environmental abuses

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 30 (IANS) Chinese investment in Africas mineral sector is coming under increasing scrutiny as allegations of enviro

War remnant blast kills three children in Eastern Afghanistan

Digital Desk | Kabul, Sep 30 (IANS) Three children lost their lives and one other was injured as an explosive device left over from past wars wen

FOREX-Dollar set for big rise in September, mainly at euro's expense

The dollar hovered near its highest level of the year against the euro on Wednesday and was on track for its biggest monthly gain versus the sing

Russia hits power plants, kills four, leaves Kyiv under smoke

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Kashmir's 600-year-old wedding-feast tradition adapts to modern times

As autumn approaches, the rhythmic

Indian Sailor Among 5 Killed By Pirates In Hijacked Somalia Tanker

Puntland Forces Retake Fuel Tanker, Apprehend 16 Suspected Pirates

Egypt says Egyptian crew members held on hijacked oil tanker off Yemen have been released

Egypt's foreign ministry said on Wednesday that eight Egyptian crew members who were on the hijacked M/T Eureka oil tanker have been released. Th

Delhi HC declines PIL seeking INA memorial at Red Fort, leaves petitioner free to approach Centre

The Delhi High Court on Wednesday declined to entertain a public interest litigation seeking establishment of a dedicated memorial for Indian Nat

Near misses at Sydney airport 20% above national average, accident investigator finds

Sydney Airport has the highest rate of near misses in Australia, with incidents about 20% above the national average, the country's air accident

Would-be Taylor Swift concert attacker loses privacy case against Disney

A man convicted this year of planning a foiled attack on a Taylor Swift concert in Vienna in 2024 lost a privacy lawsuit against Disney on Wednes

Karnataka: Lokayukta raids properties linked to Tahsildar in Chikkodi over alleged disproportionate assets

Karnataka Lokayukta officials conducted searches at multiple locations in connection with allegations of corruption and disproportionate assets i

Mammootty Lends Voice to Panthadikkam, Keralas Football Passion Documented on OTT

Mammoottys voice features in Panthadikkam, a sports documentary exploring Keralas deep connection with football, streaming from October 1. Mammoo

Nani's 'The Paradise' Milestone in India, While 'The Vvaan' and 'Hanuman Ansh' Maintain Steady Runs

Sengol Now Part of NCERT Social Science Textbook

Prime Minister Narendra Modi installed the historic Sengol sceptre in a glass enclosure next to the Lok Sabha Speaker's podium inside the new Par

India Opts to Bowl First Against West Indies in Second ODI; Aakib Nabi Makes Debut

India wins the toss and chooses to bowl in the second ODI against West Indies, with Aakib Nabi making his international debut. India Opts to Bowl

Censor Board Imposes 45-50 Cuts for Television Broadcast, Leaving the Movie 10 Minutes Shorter

Watch: Trump says White House AI Accord is morally binding, almost like a constitution

7-Yr-Old Girl killed, 3 Injured After School Staircase Collapses in Bihar's Khagaria

A compensation amount of Rs 4 lakh has been provided to the kin of the deceased, and further investigation is underway

Germany says order to store more gas is signal to companies

Germany's

Nabi handed debut as India field; West Indies make four changes

Ajay Devgn Stuns in All-Black, Daughter Nysa Devgan and Ishita Dutta Attend Mumbai Premiere

Two Andhra Medical College PG students found dead within five days; probe on

A final-year General Medicine student and a first-year ENT student found dead four days apart; the Commissioner of Police orders a detailed inqui

'Dark winter' for Europe as Russia's sabotage continues, Belgian minister says

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Two Sons Assault Father Over Suspected Affair in Siddipet

According to family members, the sons were upset with their father, alleging that he had not been taking care of the family.

Congress Launches Bharat Jodo 2.0 March from BJP Stronghold in Karnataka

Congress kicks off Bharat Jodo 2.0 march in Shivamogga, targeting local issues and BJP leadership. Congress Launches Bharat Jodo 2.0 March from B

Keralam Forest dept begins operation to tranquillise, capture elephant KM-1 at Aralam

Prohibitory order imposed in parts of Aralam

Actress Isha Rikhi Pens Emotional Note After Eviction From Bigg Boss 20

Shiva Cement to merge with parent JSW Cement

The transaction is expected to be completed within 12-14 months, subject to timely receipt of regulatory approvals

Which flowers travel best: choosing blooms that stay fresh on long journeys

A few years ago, I watched a bouquet of peonies leave a florist in Oregon for a wedding in Florida. They were tight, blush-pink buds, and they ar

Koffee With Karan Season 9 Announced as the Final Chapter After 22 Iconic Years on OTT

Todays Gold Rate in India September 30: Gold prices up in Coimbatore, Nagpur, Visakhapatnam, Surat and other cities

22, 24 carat Gold prices up across other cities on September 30

Todays Gold Rate in India September 30: Gold prices up in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Bengaluru

22, 24 carat Gold prices up across metro cities on September 30

South Africa summons US ambassador again over 'undiplomatic conduct,' official says

South Africa's foreign affairs ministry called in US

Not unicorns, lifelines: 5 Northeast startups building for problems they grew up with

Meet five Northeast startups building solutions for electricity, healthcare, water, language and accessibility challenges across the region.

Hyderabad: Stand-up comedian Hussain to perform this weekend

Hyderabad: Looking to swap your usual weekend outing for a few laughs? Comedian Mohammed Hussain is bringing his stand-up show, Im Trying, to Hyd

Govt sets 374 mt foodgrain target for 2026-27 despite El Nio

Despite the looming threat of El Nio and drought conditions in several states, the Indian government has set an ambitious foodgrain production ta

What Happens to Your Lungs After You Quit Smoking? Know the Changes and Recovery Signs

Health Tips: People who have smoked for several years often wonder what happens if they suddenly stop. Can their lungs recover? Will breathing be

YouTube country MD Gunjan Soni on shorts vs long-form: What works best for creators? | TechPulse

One-third of world population exposed to harmful air pollution: Monitor

Heat waves and wildfires combined with human-caused emissions this year to expose one-third of the world

How Holding Her Breath Created a Chartbuster That Was Banned on Radio

Mary Zmudowski was a California schoolteacher when she donated 155 acres of coastal land to the state in 1950; today it is a 220-acre state beach bearing her name

Zmudowski State Beach, a treasured spot north of Monterey, owes its existence to Mary Zmudowski's generous donation in 1950. While facing threats

Soccer-Bae fires South Korea into Asian Games soccer final with 2-1 win over China

Bae Jun-ho struck late as

Buzz on space privatisation upstages ISROs moment of glory

India, New Zealand FTA to boost agri, processed food exports: Trade body

The free trade agreement between India and New Zealand, which will come into force from October 20, will give a major boost to domestic farm prod

Energy infrastructure in Kyiv and nearby areas main target of Russian attack, Zelenskiy says

Energy infrastructure in the Ukrainian capital and the surrounding region was the main target of a Russian overnight attack, President Volodymyr

Apple Wants to Launch Faster but iOS 27 Shows It Cannot Finish What It Ships

Apple's new CEO wants the company to move faster. According to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, John Ternus wants to rely less on the usual spring and fa

Long Weekend Getaway: 8 Romantic Destinations Near Delhi, Mumbai and Bengaluru for Couples

Long Weekend Travel Ideas: Planning to escape the city with your partner during the first weekend of October? With the Gandhi Jayanti holiday on

Contestant Shares Humorous Story with Amitabh Bachchan on KBC 18

A contestant from Jaipur recounted a funny childhood story to Amitabh Bachchan on KBC 18, recalling how she fell asleep during his film. Contesta

Money changes in Oct: SBI ATM, LPG, FD, NPS and EPF rules to know

From LPG subsidy authentication to ATM charges and tax deadlines, here are the key changes consumers should track this month.

Pilot tried to crash plane, hijack code triggered: What happened on Tel Aviv flight

Anthropic Says Rogue AI Agents Pose Uncertain Legal Risk For Company

While it gears up for what could be the largest IPO ever, Anthropic faces the possibility of vast unknown legal risk if its agentic AI technology

Govt floats draft Petroleum Amendment Bill to decriminalise minor offences

The draft Petroleum Amendment Bill seeks to replace criminal liability for minor licence breaches with civil penalties while creating specific of

Centre Greenlights Rs 44.91 Cr Revamp for Odisha

The historic Maa Kichakeswari Temple at Khiching in Odishas Mayurbhanj district is poised for a remarkable transformation. The Central Government

Crude Oil at crossroads as supply recovery meets geopolitical risk in Oct

Kaynat Chainwala of Kotak Securities reckons that the MCX Crude Oil is showing a cautious-to-bearish setup on the 4-hour chart after facing resis

'Fight Between Pilots': What Happened Inside Diverted Dubai-Tel Aviv Flight

A regional official briefed on the incident said that a fight broke out in the cockpit and apparently involved pilots.

Amit Shah Highlights Major Drug Seizure in Arabian Sea, Reaffirms Commitment to Protect Youth from Substance Abuse

Home Minister Amit Shah announced the seizure of 526 kg of drugs in a joint operation, emphasizing the governments commitment to combating drug a

Ukraine's war costs for 2026 hit $155 billion, PM says

Ukraine's total war costs will reach $155 billion this year, and Kyiv is working to close a $27 billion funding gap to ensure it can conduct acti

Gold Futures Rise Rs 1,288 To Rs 1,50,111 Per 10 Grams

Fresh Positions, Firm Spot Demand Lift Gold Prices

Ravi Kishan brings the house down at FICCI Frames 2026; breaks into viral dance; reveals hilarious fan requests during IPL commentary: Bhaiyya mere gaanv ke upar se bhi ball ko feko na

Day 2 of FICCI Frames 2026 began on an entertaining note thanks to Ravi Kishan's presence. He spoke about live sports broadcasting and commentary

Farah Khan reveals Mithun Chakraborty caused a stampede on Om Shanti Om sets, even Shah Rukh Khan was confused

Mithun Chakrabortys popularity was on full display during the making of Om Shanti Om. Farah Khan recently recalled how the veteran actors arrival

Veer Pahariya showcases his emotional side in heartbreak track Tujhse Bichad Ke from Prem Keetanu, watch

Veer Pahariya is set to showcase a more vulnerable and emotional side of his character with Tujhse Bichad Ke, the heartbreak song from his upcomi

Karan Johar announces final season of Koffee With Karan, to premiere on JioHotstar on October 14

After 22 years, eight seasons and 161 episodes, Karan Johar is set to bring Koffee With Karan to an end. The filmmaker and television host has an

3 Army engineers to oversee Kaleshwaram, SLBC works in Telangana

Hyderabad: The Telangana government is considering the deputation of three officers from the Indian Armys Corps of Engineers for the SLBC tunnel

Keerthy Suresh shares a heartfelt note as she looks back at her journey with Dorothy: The film took a little piece of my heart

National Award winner Keerthy Suresh has shared a heartfelt glimpse into her journey with Dorothy, taking to social media to post a series of beh

Asian Games: Indian Men And Women Enter Squash Semis, Assured of Medal

The Indian men, top seed and defending champions, collected a 2-0 win over Kuwait in the quarterfinals

Long-Distance Relationship: 5 Changes That May Signal Your Partner Is Growing Distant

Relationship Tips: Long-distance relationships can be challenging because couples do not have the advantage of spending time together regularly.

Meet Martha Nickerson, a Massachusetts teacher who gave away 48 wooded acres in 2001; today the land survives as a public preserve people can walk

Martha L. Nickerson contributed 48 acres of her family farm in Massachusetts to the Attleboro Land Trust. This donation created the public Nicker

UN refugee agency concerned by Malaysia returns to Myanmar

The United Nations Refugee Agency on

SRM Technologies Launches Drive Next Automotive (DNA) Lab at SRM University, Chennai

VMPL Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], September 30: SRM Technologies, a global technology services company specialising in mobility and other key in

Kharge Bats For Ballot Voting, Pre-SIR Rolls; Seeks CEC Gyanesh's Resignation

Congress chief urges INDIA bloc to demand transparency in electoral-roll revisions and joint action on SIR

India and Sri Lanka Discuss Maritime Issues and Bilateral Cooperation

India and Sri Lanka engage in talks on maritime issues and bilateral matters, enhancing their collaborative efforts. India and Sri Lanka Discuss

Video: Rs 3000 cr drugs seized from Iranian boat in Arabian Sea

Ahmedabad: The Indian Coast Guard, in a joint operation with the Gujarat ATS, has seized 526 kg of methamphetamine and heroin valued at more than

Restarting Exercise After Months Of Inactivity? How It Affects Your Heart

Months without exercise can change how your heart responds to physical effort. How your heart may beat faster, why blood pressure can rise and ho

Daman Travel Guide: Beaches, Historic Forts and Beautiful Sunsets Make It a Great Short Getaway

Daman Travel Guide: If you want a short break from crowded streets, busy schedules and the noise of city life, Daman can be an interesting coasta

Indonesia formulates roadmap for domestic worker governance

FM Nirmala Sitharaman Takes Up Qatar Investment, Trade Pact And UPI Expansion During Doha Visit

Can NSE shares trade on its own platform? Sebi chief says no panel considering self-trading in exchange shares

Sebi Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey said the regulator is not currently considering self-listing or self-trading of exchange shares, days after NSE

Heart Attack vs Cardiac Arrest vs Heart Failure: Know the Symptoms and Key Differences

Heart Health Tips: Heart attack, cardiac arrest and heart failure are terms that are sometimes used interchangeably in everyday conversation. Med

Heart Health Tips: 5 Common Kitchen Habits That May Raise Cardiovascular Risk Over Time

Heart Health Tips: What you eat every day can play an important role in long-term cardiovascular health. While no single kitchen ingredient is so

KKK 15: Farrhana Bhatt

Mumbai: Khatron Ke Khiladi 15 is heading towards its much-awaited grand finale, and the biggest question currently keeping fans hooked is, who wi

Mint Explainer | Five-day banking week: How does India compare with the world?

The IBA has set up a committee to examine the long-pending demand to make Saturdays holidays for bank employees. Heres how Indias current banking

SEBI Chairman Predicts 20% Growth for PMS Industry Driven by Rising Investor Participation

SEBI Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey forecasts a 20% annual growth for Indias PMS industry, fueled by increased investor engagement. SEBI Chairman Pr

Which Bank Offers the Best FD Return on Rs 5 Lakh?

FD could be a viable investment choice for those who desire certain returns from the investment and expect moderate growth. Having Rs 5 lakh at y

Higher education expands sharply in India: Report

New Delhi: Indias higher education sector has expanded significantly over the past decade with a sharp rise in institutions, student enrolment an

ACF Soumya Ranjan Death Case: Cook Arrested, SC Dismisses Bidya Bharati

Five years after Assistant Conservator of Forests Soumya Ranjan Mahapatra died of severe burn injuries at his official residence, the long-runnin

Pressure on U.S. Treasurys eases after 30-year yield hits highest level since 2002

U.S. Treasury yields were lower on Wednesday after a fresh round of selloffs the previous day, as investors remained concerned about inflation. P

Trump denies offering Iran sanctions relief; Qatar pushes for peace talks

U.S. President Donald Trump has denied reports that he had offered sanctions relief to Iran in exchange for concessions from Tehran on its nuclea

Boeing chosen by U.S. navy to develop next-generation fighter jet

The Department of War and the U.S. Navy said Tuesday that it's chosen aircraft manufacturer Boeing to develop its next generation of fighter jets

Congress names Rammohan Reddy, Sarvottam Reddy as candidates for Telangana MLC poll

The Telangana Congress party has announced Sama Rammohan Reddy and R Sarvottam Reddy as candidates for upcoming elections. Rammohan Reddy will re

Weather Alert Today: Rain and Strong Winds Forecast Across Several States, Check Delhi, UP and Rajasthan Update

Weather Update Today, September 30, 2026: Rain, thunderstorms and gusty winds could affect several parts of India on Wednesday as active weather