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Vijayawada's Toffee Ganesha At Ranigari Thota Is Delighting Devotees

This unique Ganesha idol has been crafted entirely out of toffees, jelly candies, chocolates, and colourful lollipops costing Rs 1.5 lakh.

PM Modi to Inaugurate Semicon India 2026 on September 17 with Participation from Over 600 Companies Across 52 Countries

Prime Minister Modi will inaugurate Semicon India 2026, featuring over 600 companies from 52 nations, on September 17 in New Delhi. PM Modi to In

Asian Games 2026: India Women's Kabaddi team captain Pushpa Rana eyes title defense

The Indian women's Kabaddi team is preparing to defend their gold medal at the 2026 Asian Games. Captain Pushpa Rana expressed confidence in the

In 2007, the Neptune Memorial Reef began growing off Florida with cremated remains; the planned 16-acre site later developed into a coral habitat

An innovative underwater cemetery presents a novel burial alternative, where cremated remains are encased in concrete structures designed to faci

Statue of Lord Parshuram Vandalized in Hathras, Tensions Rise

A statue of Lord Parshuram was vandalized in Hathras, leading to heightened tensions. Police are actively pursuing the suspect. Statue of Lord Pa

CJP to launch 'Adivasi School Thik Karo' campaign from Gadchiroli on September 17

The Cockroach Janta Party founder launched a campaign for tribal schools. This initiative aims to highlight government neglect and discrimination

Amazon launches gen AI-powered Alexa+ in India

It is available for free under early access across eligible Echo smart speakers, smart displays, Fire TV streaming devices, and the Alexa mobile

Commerce Ministry Seeks 5-Year Extension For Remission Of Duties And Taxes On Exported Products Scheme

FDA holds public hearing on psychedelic drugs as Trump-driven push gathers pace

Doctors, veterans, pharmacists and therapists during the hearing urged the regulator to establish clear safety and access standards for psychedel

Supreme Court says falsely quoting judges in barred online court clips crosses over from contempt to crime

A three-judge Bench headed by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant said falsely imputing statements as part of oral submissions made by lawyers in c

Hasten land acquisition to complete NH 169A widening, MP tells Udupi district administration

Udupi MLA Yashpal Suvarna said that a list of those who have lost land for NH widening and who were yet to be paid compensation should be prepare

Mexican Proverb of the Day: Between the plate and the mouth, the soup falls A timeless lesson on uncertainty

Mexican Proverb of the Day: Between the plate and the mouth, the soup falls conveys the lesson that an expected outcome is not guaranteed until i

India highlights energy security, clean power and emerging tech at G20 Energy meeting in Houston

India's Union Power Minister Manohar Lal Khattar addressed G20 energy meetings. He highlighted India's significant progress in energy security an

Former Jharkhand Minister Alamgir Alam Faces Setback in Money Laundering Case

The Supreme Court has rejected Alamgir Alams plea for discharge in a money laundering case linked to a tender scam. Former Jharkhand Minister Ala

Keralam to be transformed from remittance economy to investment economy, says CM V.D. Satheesan

CM inaugurates three-day Reimagining Keralam roundtable conference organised by Kerala State Industrial Development Corporation on the States fla

Bigg Boss 20 Nominations Cancelled: Aasif Khan, ScoutOP, and Rohed Khan Placed in Danger Zone

The nomination process originally began with Bigg Boss asking the contestants to name two housemates they wanted to nominate for eviction.

Sri Lanka summons ex-first lady in charity graft probe

President Anura Kumara Dissanayakes government has revived long-dormant graft investigations involving members of the once powerful Rajapaksa fam

SBI Group CISO Recruitment 2026: Rs 2.5 Crore Salary, Eligibility And How To Apply

The State Bank of India (SBI) has announced a high-level recruitment opportunity for the post of Group Chief Information Security Officer (CISO),

In 1985, Broward County sank a DC-4 off Fort Lauderdale in 71 feet of water; the wreck later became a monitored artificial reef

In Florida, officials purposefully submerge items like airplanes to establish artificial reefs. These underwater structures not only form new hab

Abhishek Sharma Climbs ICC T20 Rankings Following Stellar Performance Against Afghanistan

Abhishek Sharma rises to second in ICC T20 rankings after strong show against Afghanistan, while Ishan Kishan retains the top spot. Abhishek Shar

Fresh Trouble for Bikram Panda: New Case Registered Over Witness Intimidation from Jail

Former MLA Bikram Panda has landed in fresh legal trouble just days after walking out of jail. Brahmapur Superintendent of Police Saravana Vivek

IPO GMP check: LCC Projects leads, Manipal Payment may see tepid listing

Among the six IPOs listing on Thursday, LCC Projects has the highest GMP at 46.

NBC news helicopter crashes while covering Los Angeles bus accident

Los Angeles: A local NBC news helicopter crashed in a Los Angeles neighbourhood on Tuesday and burst into flames, killing at least three people w

Reading for pleasure cuts dementia risk, improves wellbeing: Study

The study said reading for enjoyment can bring huge benefits and reading with others, whether it's as part of a book club or a parent reading wit

Despite no rain, Agumbe Ghat riddled with potholes, crippling vehicular movement

Union Road Transport Ministry sanctions 72 crore to award performance-based maintenance contract to maintain Hebri-Agumbe stretch of the highway

BJP President Nitin Naveen to Visit Madhya Pradesh for Two-Day Tour

Nitin Naveens Madhya Pradesh visit includes spiritual ceremonies and celebrations for PM Modis 25 years of public service. BJP President Nitin Na

DP Worlds Sokhna terminal in Egypt could emerge as key gateway for India-Mediterranean trade

The terminal can handle feeders ranging from 1,200 TEUs to 5,000 TEUs, and mainline vessels of up to 18,000 TEUs

Manipur Violence: 2 Kuki-Zo Women Killed, 6 Civilian Deaths Reported in 3 Days

Two Kuki-Zo women were killed in Tamenglong on September 15, two days after four civilians died in separate attacks.

Every possible means...: EU to tackle unsustainable trade deficit with China, says Von der Leyen

Every possible means...: EU to tackle unsustainable trade deficit with China, says Von der Leyen

Arshad Madani criticises proposed UCC in 21 NDA-ruled states

New Delhi: Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind president Maulana Arshad Madani on Wednesday, September 16, criticised the proposed implementation of the Uniform

In a historic first, Canada invited to become EU blocs associate member

Canada could become the EUs first associate member under a proposal from European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen. The plan would deepe

Team from Sona College of Technology wins factory automation contest in Tokyo

They presented an intelligent Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) programming assistant designed for Mitsubishi Electrics automation systems

Bihar Government Approves Rs 3,516 Crore Vishnupad Temple Redevelopment, Manasarovar-Manpur Bridge And Son-Falgu River Link Projects

Australias billion-dollar dream could change the face of cricket

For Indian corporates, Australia is the final frontier. Last year, they boosted English cricket by half a billion pounds by investing in The Hund

China's foreign minister urges reopening of Strait of Hormuz in meeting with Iranian counterpart

China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi urged Iran and the United States to remain rational. He encouraged both nations to exercise restraint and engage

Telangana to set up eight new Minority Study Circles

Hyderabad: Telangana Minorities Welfare Minister Mohammed Azharuddin has announced plans to establish eight new Minority Study Circles across the

In 2019, the Netherlands tested a 1,312-foot highway noise barrier with two-sided solar panels; it generated 325.5 MWh over 18 months

Dutch engineers transformed highway sound walls into solar power generators. These innovative walls produced significant electricity during an ei

Pakistan condemns 'dastardly and heinous' attempted drone attack on Mecca, but doesn't name Houthis

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday (September 16) condemned a 'dastardly and heinous' attempted drone attack targeting the holy

India open to stricter red warnings on food packs in latest setback for companies

The announcement came as India's federal and state food regulators pursued an aggressive enforcement drive, with surprise raids on eateries uncov

Finance Minister Urges Greater Public Engagement in International Taxation Insights

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman calls for increased visibility of international taxation contributions to benefit policymakers and the public

I Am Not A Robot But Can't Sulk Over Selection: Samson on Opening-Slot Competition

Samson smashed a brutal 57 off 22 balls in India's series-clinching seven-wicket win over Afghanistan in the second T20I on Tuesday

Armed Youths Assault Autorickshaw Driver

Panic gripped the Bali Sahi area under the Puri Sea Beach police station limits after two youths allegedly attacked an autorickshaw driver and a

Torn currency notes found outside Central Park in Visakhapatnam

Hyderabad: Visakhapatnam police are investigating after torn currency notes were found scattered outside Central Park on Wednesday, September 16.

Opposition MPs raise concerns over proposed UPI merchant payment fee

Ending nearly six years of fully free UPI payments, the government on September 15 introduced a 0.4% fee on transfers worth more than $2,000 made

Prediction markets must be reined in

They shouldnt get a strong legal foothold as that will bring about an unprecedented drain on productive capital

India retains 131st rank in Global Gender Gap Index 2026, Iceland on top

India retained the 131st rank on the Global Gender Gap Index 2026 released by the World Economic Forum on Wednesday, with Iceland, Finland and No

EU To Ban Social Media For Children Under 13

Ursula von der Leyen says children aged 13 to 15 will have limited, parent-supervised access.

Rossell Techsys shares zoom 101% in six months, hit new high; here's why

With diversified presence across defense, commercial aerospace and space programs, Rossell Techsys is well positioned to capitalize on these long

FIR Filed Against SP Leader Rajan Rizvi for Harassment of Female Bank Employee in Mathura

A female bank employee in Mathura has accused SP leader Rajan Rizvi of harassment and stalking, leading to an FIR against him. FIR Filed Against

Telangana Assembly: Section 22A lands, palm oil discussed

Hyderabad: On the seventh day of the Telangana Assemblys monsoon session, legislators took up discussions on palm oil cultivation and Section 22A

Read the 6 am email Oracle Leadership reused for its second round of layoffs this year

Oracle layoffs: Oracle's second round of job cuts this year arrived with the same termination email it sent in March. Signed Oracle Leadership, t

Saudi Accuses Houthis Of Mecca Attack, Houthis Deny

Riyadh says it intercepted a drone near Mecca, while the Houthis deny targeting the holy city and claim to have downed a Saudi F-15.

PSC Chairman Cannot Claim Special Privilege: VD Satheesan

Nobody has any special privilege. Even very important people are summoned for questioning in this country. Everyone is a citizen here, Satheesan

Equitas Small Finance Bank approves 500-crore fundraise through non-convertible debenture issue

The issuance will be on private placement basis to one or more prospective eligible investors

Security tightened across Delhi University ahead of student union polls

Security has been increased across Delhi University campus for student elections. Over two thousand police and paramilitary forces will be deploy

Liqvd Digital India Limited Plans to Establish Full-Scale Video Content Production Hub (VCP Hubs) with Proposed Initial Public Offer (IPO) Funds

Liqvd Digital India Limited Plans to Establish Full-Scale Video Content Production Hub (VCP Hubs) with Proposed Initial Public Offer (IPO) Funds

Comviva Appoints Sanjiv Patankar to Lead and Accelerate Growth of its FinTech Business

Comviva Appoints Sanjiv Patankar to Lead and Accelerate Growth of its FinTech Business

Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte appears in court in The Hague

At an International Criminal Court hearing, former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte faced serious allegations of crimes against humanity rela

At Texas Panther Creek III, blades from 133 turbines were repurposed in cement kilns as the wind farms capacity rose from 199.5 MW to 215 MW

Wind turbine blades, made of non-recyclable fiberglass, pose a significant waste challenge. A West Texas wind farm utilized cement kilns for blad

Varun Chakravarthy Ruled Out of Asian Games 2026, Vipraj To Replace Him

Chakravarthy, who was forced out of the ongoing T20I series against Afghanistan after suffering the injury in the opening game, is expected to re

Subhadra Yojana Turns 2: Odisha Deputy CM Urges Households to Light One Crore Lamps

Odishas flagship women-centric welfare initiative, the Subhadra Yojana, is celebrating its successful second anniversary. To mark this milestone

Lokesh inaugurates two P4-renovated government schools in Nellore

RSR High School and Devireddy Sarada High School renovated at a cost of 21.40 crore through private funding

Anantnag Woman Held With Heroin, Allegedly Running Narco-Terror Module in South Kashmir

Kulgam Police arrested three persons, including a woman from Anantnag, in two separate operations and recovered heroin from their possession. Pol

Commander who would not leave: The battle that won Lt Col Tarapore the Param Vir Chakra

Lieutenant Colonel Ardeshir Tarapore died bravely leading his regiment in 1965. His unit destroyed sixty enemy tanks while losing only nine durin

Delhi HC asks govt if it is contemplating policy to regulate addiction causing features on social media apps

The Delhi High Court sought the Centre's stance on regulating social media's addictive design elements. The court questioned if a policy is being

'GDP doubled, we count more, influence more': EAM Jaishankar lists 6 challenges at ICWA

'GDP doubled, we count more, influence more': EAM Jaishankar lists 6 challenges at ICWA

Fuel retailers urge Govt to exempt MDR charges

FAIPT warns pumps may stop accepting large UPI transactions; Karnataka traders cite 2016-17 OMC absorption precedent

Term insurance purchases rise 1.5X post-GST break, more buy riders: Report

Lower premiums are prompting buyers to reassess their protection needs and opt for higher cover and riders.

98.6% in Class 12, then the shotgun range: Shooter Aashima Ahlawats deal with her mother

Aashima Ahlawat balances academics and shooting, aiming for the Asian Games. Her mother's support was crucial for her training and relocation to

EU chief von der Leyen calls for a joint mechanism to counter drones, sabotage

Europe needs its own counter-hybrid playbook. We urgently need a consensus on how to respond to certain incidents, Ursula von der Leyen said

Families Allege Foul Play After Car Crash Claims Lives of Two Women in Andhra Pradesh

Two women died in a car accident in Anantapur, Andhra Pradesh, leading their families to accuse friends of foul play. Families Allege Foul Play A

Gurgaon hit-and-run case: Kalyan Bainsla, cousin sent to 2-day police custody

Two accused in the Gurgaon hit-and-run case were produced before a local court. They were sent to two days of police custody until September eigh

India, Pakistan naval vessels collide; New Delhi lodges protest

New Delhi: India on Wednesday, September 16, lodged a strong protest with the Charge dAffaires of the Pakistan High Commission after a Pakistani

10 dead, dozens missing after war-damaged apartment block collapses in Gaza

A devastating incident occurred overnight in Gaza City, where a six-storey apartment building crumbled, leaving at least ten Palestinians, includ

India's rank on Global Gender Gap Index unchanged at 131; Iceland retains top spot

In the Economic Participation and Opportunity subindex, India reported a 41.2% parity score, 0.5 higher than the previous edition but 3.5 percent

Packaging Is Suddenly The Whole Game In AI Chips. Kaynes Is Making India's First Move Into It

Ganesh Immersion Turns Fatal as Two Boys Drown in Ganjam

A festive Ganesh immersion ended in tragedy on Wednesday when two students drowned in the Ghodahad River at Hinjilicut municipality in Ganjam dis

'Pass or fail' test for minorities? Suvendu Adhikari's big pitch ahead of Bengal bypolls

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari has turned the upcoming Assembly by-elections in Nandigram and Rejinagar into a direct political mess

War-damaged Gaza building collapses killing 12 people seeking shelter inside

At least 12 Palestinians, including five children, were killed when a damaged seven-storey apartment building collapsed in Gaza overnight, with d

Xcel recycled 603 Minnesota wind-turbine blades weighing 4,188 tons into cement-kiln fuel; its repowered wind farms were expected to save customers $160 million

Old wind turbine blades are undergoing recycling by being shredded and repurposed as alternative fuel. This innovative process is now replacing t

Lebanon wants Israel security deal, Hezbollah disarmament without confrontation: Report

in an exclusive interview he wants to reach a security agreement with Israel once it withdraws from the south, and is determined to disarm Hezbol

OpenAIs Sam Altman Confident Industry Can Police AI Safety

Altman comments about the pace of AI advances came as policymakers and others in the industry debated whether government regulation is needed to

Kolkata High Court Cancels Eviction Notice Against Abhishek Banerjee

The Kolkata High Court has annulled an eviction notice issued to Abhishek Banerjees office by the fire department, citing procedural issues. Kolk

EU chief von der Leyen calls for EU security mechanism to respond to drone incidents & sabotage

Europe needs a NATO-like mechanism to counter hybrid threats. The European Commission president called for a unified response to sabotage and cyb

UPI MDR opens new revenue pool for PSPs; sharing formula key

Step towards a sustainable payments ecosystem, says a market player

Amazon brings Alexa+ to India with Hindi support, free early access

Amazon's AI-powered Alexa+ comes to India with English and Hindi support, an India-focused voice and integrations with services such as Swiggy, M

Vishwanath and Sons Gets Trolled After OTT Release

Another scene being discussed is the sequence in which Vishwanaths stepmother gives him advice about a girls true love.

Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games: Key facts and figures

The Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games commence this Saturday, featuring new sports like mixed martial arts. Athletes will compete across 43 sports, with s

EU chief von der Leyen proposes ban on social media for children under 13

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen proposed banning children under 13 from accessing social media, online games and chatbots on W

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