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CM Devendra Fadnavis also rejected reports of differences within the poll panel, saying all three election commissioners had stated in a joint press statement that decisions related to the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) were taken unanimously

The vessel was carrying more than 50 people when it capsized on Saturday night in the Idjwi territory, in South Kivu province, said Felix Habiragi, chief of the village of Kisheke near the scene of the accident

A protest will be held on Oct 2, Gandhi Jayanti, with retailers planning to temporarily stop accepting UPI payments and symbolically cover their UPI QR codes with black cloth, AIMRA said

Manufacturers have cited rising prices of key inputs such as copper, aluminium and steel, higher costs of crude oil derivatives and freight, as well as currency exchange volatility amid the ongoing West Asia crisis

The accused visited the house of Abhishek Namdev Karkambe (23) at Shikrapur in Pune district, took him along on the pretext of an outing and then allegedly strangled him to death, a police official said

From chips to ships, from screws to complete weapon systems, this will take India to strategic autonomy, he said, underlining the importance of indigenous design, innovation and adaptation across the defence sector

Addressing the 138th episode of his monthly radio programme Mann Ki Baat, Modi said the Indian Army carried out the operation on September 28-29, 2016, targeting terrorist launch pads across the Line of Control (LoC)

The Maharashtra government on Saturday declared drought conditions in 265 talukas across 32 districts, covering about 74 per cent of the state, following deficient rainfall and prolonged dry spells

The heavy rainfall in Chhattisgarh inundated several low-lying areas, caused rivers and streams to swell and disrupted road connectivity. The resulting flood-like conditions also affected neighbouring areas of Gadchiroli in Maharashtra

Zelenskyy said Russia was recruiting citizens from several countries and sending them to the battlefield.

Bokinda later informed reporters that the death toll had risen from the initial figure of 13 to 17 after authorities recovered 16 adult bodies and the body of a baby once the fire at the wreckage was brought under control.

Araghchi said Iran was awaiting a formal US position from mediators before taking a final decision, adding that any move to reopen the Strait of Hormuz would depend on Tehran's conditions being fulfilled

The state received 19 times its normal rainfall in the past 24 hours, with heavy rain, thunderstorms and strong winds damaging standing crops and 117 houses, they said.

India had launched Operation Sindoor on May 7 last year, targeting terror infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir in retaliation for the April 22 Pahalgam attack that had killed 26 civilians. New Delhi has consistently denied any third-party intervention

The mens team were one good strike away from being beaten. That should keep them in fine fettle when they begin their Asian Games campaign. Theyll have to be watchful as the pitch will be uncertain and the outfields softness can be a concern

The city of Kelkits Chamber of Commerce and Industry worked alongside the Gumushane Governorship, to create the largest pot of baked beans in the world

At a recent event at Londons iconic Gherkin building in the City of London, the company showcased the UKs leading gherkin brand Mrs Elswood in its wide varieties and flavours

Zelenskyy told reporters he has not yet received feedback from the White House about Trumps talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping but expects to learn the outcome

The White House officials on Saturday only said that the US officials were having quite positive and constructive conversations about peace deals with mediators on the Iran war.

The controversy spans objections raised by Joshi and Sandhu on issues such as changes to Form 6 used for new voter enrolment, the functioning of the online system ECINET, the redistribution of work in the IT division, appeals in the West Bengal SIR, and the handling of cases involving voters in Goa, for instance

Public Works Department (PWD) Minister Parvesh Sahib Singh on Saturday directed officials to finalise the project in coordination with the Delhi Police and implement it as soon as possible

Even the hump, once associated in India with Shivas sacred symbol, the linga, is prized there as a delicacy.

If were being honest, Dhurandhar bhai, it is because of you that we may have lost out.

Rescuers searching a collapsed building in Athens Plaka district recovered two unconscious people after a blast believed to have been caused by a gas leak. Crews continued searching for four others, while nearby buildings were evacuated and an investigation into the explosion was underway

Heavy rain has caused widespread flooding in Bangkok, disrupting traffic, closing businesses and forcing about 900 people into shelters. More than 84,000 people across 21 Thai provinces have been affected, while authorities warn that heavy rainfall could continue through Sunday

Schools in several Uttar Pradesh districts have been closed amid heavy rainfall and weather warnings. Lucknow, Prayagraj and Kanpur announced closures for September 26, while CM Yogi Adityanath directed officials to monitor relief operations and provide prompt assistance to affected families

The West Bengal government has transferred 23 IPS officers in a major reshuffle covering the state and Kolkata Police. The changes include new appointments in the Intelligence Branch, Traffic, Detective Department, CID, Security and other key police units across the state

Two youths have been arrested in Bihars Darbhanga after a minor girl alleged she was sexually assaulted after accepting a motorcycle ride from an examination centre. Police seized the motorcycle and are investigating the allegations, sequence of events and roles of those arrested

A Delhi court has adjourned to September 28 the hearing on an appeal by four women wrestlers challenging the acquittal of former WFI chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh and Vinod Tomar. The wrestlers argue that the trial court incorrectly assessed evidence in the sexual harassment case.

The action follows media reports and a video circulating on social media that allegedly shows a group of men surrounding and harassing the woman. The video was reportedly edited in an objectionable manner and subsequently circulated online

A 45-year-old auto-rickshaw driver was killed and another man injured after an allegedly speeding car rammed into an auto and cycle rickshaw in Sukhdev Vihar, Delhi. Police said a tea seller reported that two cars were allegedly racing before the crash. Investigation is underway

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says Tehrans seven-day plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz would begin once the US accepts its proposal. He said Washington would need to meet specified conditions, after which the waterway could reopen and talks between Tehran and Washington resume

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on the sidelines of UNGA81 to discuss the latest Gulf conflict developments. The meeting comes amid heightened regional tensions and Indias continued diplomatic engagement with key West Asian partners

The US President has told aides he expects to resume bombing Iran after the November midterms. This follows his open threat of annihilating Iran made during his speech to the UN General Assembly earlier this week.

Sai said heavy rainfall could lead to waterlogging, rising water levels in rivers and streams and transportation difficulties in several areas, and the decision was taken to ensure that children don't face any risk.

Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy received the Aryadan Muhammed-2026 Best Public Servant Award in Nilambur, Keralam, on Friday. The award was presented to Reddy by Lok Sabha MP Alappuzha KC Venugopal in recognition of his public service.

Fourteen bipartisan US senators have urged Donald Trump to withdraw Vladimir Putins invitation to the December G20 summit in Miami. They also called for sanctioned Russian officials to be barred from US-hosted G20 meetings, citing Russias ongoing war in Ukraine

A coalition of 22 US attorneys general is challenging the Trump administrations proposed $103,265 fee on certain H-1B visa petitions. They argue the charge exceeds executive authority, violates federal law and could worsen shortages of teachers, doctors and nurses

After receiving information about the incident at around 8.46 pm, RPF and GRP personnel searched the Borkhedi-Sindhi section between kilometres 803 and 796

President Donald Trump is moving to cancel nearly USD 1 billion in federally approved spending through a disputed pocket rescission. The move, made days before the fiscal year ends, has drawn objections from lawmakers over Congress authority over federal spending

The gathering saw young people and other attendees immerse themselves in devotional songs, describing the evening as memorable and refreshing. The Prime Ministers surprise presence generated widespread enthusiasm among the crowd

The incidents were reported in Dhar, Bhind, Khandwa and Sehore districts in Madhya Pradesh as devotees gathered to immerse Ganesh idols, officials said on Friday

Divers have recovered 52 bodies after the Virgo Transport 8 ferry capsized in rough seas in Indonesias Java Sea. Of the 243 people aboard, 108 were rescued, while 83 remain missing. Authorities continue searching for victims and plan to salvage the wreck from about 30 metres underwater.

Pakistans PTI has postponed its planned Islamabad long march from September 27 to October 4. The party is seeking the release of jailed founder Imran Khan, while authorities have blocked roads and increased security in Islamabad and surrounding areas ahead of the protest

Addressing the inaugural meeting of the Group of Friends on Safety and Security of Shipping and Seafarers on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly, Jaishankar said India and Liberia had brought together a group of countries to strengthen efforts to protect commercial vessels and their crews

The voluminous charge sheet puts the recovered proceeds of crime (PoC) at over Rs 79.85 lakh and flags more than 105 instances of cash removal or concealment by counting staff, an investigator linked to the Supreme Court-appointed SIT of the Uttar Pradesh Police said

Chennithala, who was in charge of the Congress campaign in Maharashtra, made the remarks amid a political row over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls and reports of objections raised by two Election Commissioners

Shiv Sena-UBT leader Priyanka Chaturvedi said concerns over the Special Intensive Revision are not limited to political parties, claiming common people are also questioning voter additions, deletions and the validity of electoral rolls

BJPs Prasannchand Mehta was elected Jodhpur Mayor after securing 53 votes in the 100-member municipal corporation, defeating Congress candidate Rajendra Solanki, who received 47. Congress raised allegations about ballot secrecy and claimed BJP workers obstructed its councillors bus, though the claims were not independently verified.

BJPs Anusuiya Goswami was elected Kota mayor with 65 votes against Congress candidate Sunita Sumans 35. Sunil Kothari won Jaipur, while voting in Jodhpur was underway. Protests were reported outside Jaipur Municipal Corporation over alleged irregularities during the voting process.