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Mamata Banerjee Leads Opposition Unity Efforts Against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar

Mamata Banerjee initiates opposition unity to demand the removal of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar amid ongoing controversies. Mamata

CMC organises events to mark World Heart Day

Ranipet Collector N. Priya Ravichandran was the chief guest

CBI Arrests Fugitive in West Bengal Post-Election Violence Case

The CBI has arrested Jharna Mistry, a fugitive linked to a murder case from the 2021 West Bengal election violence. CBI Arrests Fugitive in West

Mammoth protest at Kittur Chennamma Circle by Sugarcane farmers; Farmers agree for talk at Delhi with Joshi after intervention by MLAs Tenginakai, Patil

Thousands of sugarcane growers from across Karnataka and neighbouring Maharashtra and Telangana staged a massive protest at Kittur Chennamma Circ

Chennai: CCB Raids Houses of Arasakumars Son, Daughter

The searches were conducted to collect documents related to private schools approval requests, money transactions and digital records linked to t

Major Crackdown on Mahua Liquor Mafia in Wardha: Police Seizes Goods Worth

Wardha police seize illegal mahua liquor worth 6.6 lakh in a major operation, arresting two individuals involved in production. Major Crackdown o

Child rights panel NCPCR faces SC heat over 25% EWS school quota

The Supreme Court criticized the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights for lax enforcement of the Right to Education Act. The commis

Survey Flags Student Mental Health Concerns

Survey flags distress, counselling gaps and academic, financial and placement pressures on students

Greater Noida Traffic Police Conducts Major Bus Safety Check Campaign

Over three days, Greater Noida traffic police inspected 1,003 buses, issuing fines for safety violations and ensuring passenger security. Greater

Of those deleted in SIR so far, over 71% in absent, shifted or others category

Many of the 9.5 crore names deleted under the absent, shifted or others category could potentially be back in the electoral rolls after the SIR p

Tamil scholar Pudhumanar and A.R. Venkatachalapathy honoured with awards

Foodgrain output target cut over El Nino impact

Of the overall target, 177.72 mt is expected to come from the rabi season, agriculture minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, said at the National Agric

A 1,700-year-old Egyptian tomb contains a Greek poem, protective spells, Roman coins and ancient afterlife imagery

A tomb dating back 1,700 years has been uncovered in the Dakhla Oasis region of Egypt. This burial site features a Greek funerary poem, hieroglyp

Assam Rifles jawan killed in ambush near Myanmar border

A police official said the patrolling party of 21 Assam Rifles came under attack by suspected militants in Changlang district. The area shares a

EC reverts to allowing Form 6 submission without attached declaration in non-SIR States

While Form 6 is normally used for new voter registrations, during the SIR process, it was also used for re-enlisting those who had been deleted d

Russia's long-range bomber crashes on a training mission, killing 6 crewmembers

A Russian Tu-95 nuclear-capable strategic bomber crashed on a training mission in the country's far east, killing six members of its crew, leavin

Kalidas Festival Set to Take Place from November 21 to 27 in Madhya Pradesh

The Kalidas Festival in Madhya Pradesh will be held from November 21 to 27, featuring various cultural events and activities. Kalidas Festival Se

BJP hits out at Congress, asks main Opposition to introspect

Smriti Irani reiterated that ECI strengthens India's democratic framework and embodies the dignity of Indian democracy, a system admired and resp

TCE's long march from Tata captive to global engineering consultancy

Six decades on, nearly half its revenue comes from international markets

Calcutta HC grants interim bail to Congress' Nandigram candidate

HC allowed Nandigram bypoll Congress candidate, Milan Pradhan to campaign for the bypoll, scheduled for October 6, and granted Pradhan relief til

Kavin murder case: Madras High Court quashes charge sheet against parents of main accused Surjith

Team Behind Hanuman Ansh Engages Students in Insightful Discussion on Film and Spirituality

The team of Hanuman Ansh shares insights on filmmaking and spirituality with students at Maharishi University in Noida. Team Behind Hanuman Ansh

Work on Three High-Level Bridges in Kanchi Slow to Take Off

The three high-level bridges are key to the development of Kanchipuram to help it keep pace with the rising population and industrial growth.

Engagements in Hyderabad on Wednesday, September 30, 2026

Conference on the Future of School Education by Centre for Development Policy and Practice (CDPP); Time: 09 am; Venue: Ravindra Bharathi

HBO Max October 2026 releases: Full list of movies and series coming this month

HBO Max will launch a variety of new movies, series, documentaries, and specials in October 2026. Noteworthy releases include horror titles such

What is OpenAI Dots? Sam Altman unveils ChatGPTs new AI personal agent-here's what you need to know

OpenAI has launched its new AI personal assistant called dots, which can perform various tasks efficiently. These assistants will help users with

Nagenthran urges Madurantakam electorate to think about horse trading and then vote

Major Drug and Arms Trafficking Network Disrupted in Amritsar, Three Arrested

Punjab police dismantle a drug and arms trafficking network in Amritsar, arresting three suspects with significant contraband seized. Major Drug

Matang community's 5% SC sub-quota call paralyses south Mumbai

The Matang community has sought sub-classification of the Scheduled Caste quota. Thousands of the community's members marched to Mumbai with dema

T.N. government proposes memorial for 5 icons on University Union Grounds at Chepet in Chennai, sports teachers object

The State government plans to build the memorial complex for 5 icons on a portion of the University Union Grounds in Chetpet belonging to the Uni

India a 'bright spot' amid uncertainty: Shaktikanta Das

India recorded average annual real GDP growth of 7.9% between 2021-22 and 2025-26, while growth in the first quarter of 2026-27 stood at 7.8%, he

TG Eapcet (BiPC) Final Phase Allotment Out; 100% Seats Taken In Biomedical Engg, Biotechnology

TG EAPCET BiPC final-phase allotment saw full seat allocation in biomedical engineering and biotechnology, with students required to report by Oc

Supreme Court to hear plea against CEC Gyanesh Kumar next week

The plea, filed by Rakesh Kumar Singh, alleges that decisions were taken in the name of ECI without the approval of the other two election commis

Online Fraud Exposed: Two chargesheeted for duping man by seeking online help

JammuTawi, September 29: The Economic Offences Wing of Crime Branch Jammu has filed a chargesheet against two accused in an alleged online fraud

Could an IRS notice mean up to $1,000 for your retirement in 2027 and what do you need to do now to qualify for the new match?

The IRS is mailing notices about a retirement benefit that will not start until 2027. The letter does not mean a $1,000 payment is coming now. It

Mehul Choksi drops damages claim against government, Hungarian woman in London HC

NPP Unfazed by BJPs Expansion, Says Meghalaya Deputy Chief Minister Preston Tynsong

Meghalayas Deputy CM Preston Tynsong asserts NPPs unity amid BJPs growth, dismissing any immediate changes in the MDA government. NPP Unfazed by

Tata row: Maharashtra Charity Commissioner office may influence outcome

Maharashtra Charity Commissioner is examining whether Tata Trusts' actions breached norms as the Tata Sons board faces a governance dispute

CM-Ministers-MLA Salary Enhancement Bill withdrawn

2 bills withdrawn after BJPs opposition; Pension Hike Bill for former legislators passed Srinagar, Sep 29: Highvoltage drama unfolded in the Jamm

Services output grows 13.5%, 17 of 19 sectors expand

The service sector is expected to maintain its underlying strength in the months ahead, said Rajani Sinha, chief economist at CareEdge Ratings. H

Govt refuses to disclose cabinet recommendation, cites secrecy rules

No move to scrap EWS Criteria; 82 pc certificates in Jammu, 18 pc in Kashmir Srinagar, Sep 29: The Jammu & Kashmir Government on Tuesday informed

Media Urged To Strengthen Role In TB Elimination

Media representatives in Hyderabad were urged to report responsibly on TB, promote early testing and treatment, and avoid stigma around the disea

14-year-old Indian-origin student develops handheld AI pesticide detector, named Americas Top Young Scientist

A 14-year-old Indian-origin student from Georgia has gained recognition for developing PestiSCAND, a handheld device that uses artificial intelli

Congress Protests Against Election Commission in Mumbai, Vows to Continue Fight

In Mumbai, Congress protests against the Election Commission, demanding the resignation of the Chief Election Commissioner and questioning electo

Ramoji Film City eyes global filmmakers with first formal pitch at TIFF

Hyderabad-based Ramoji Film City made its first formal global pitch at TIFF: The Market, seeking foreign productions with integrated facilities a

Tamil Nadus EV Policy Can Create Long-Term Industrial Impact

The EV policy attempts to use the existing automobile ecosystem to pull new-age manufacturers into the same industrial geography rather than deve

Insurers must compete on price, not distributor commission: Irdai chief

Irdai Chairman Ajay Seth says proposed insurance distribution reforms are not final and stakeholder feedback will be considered before draft regu

SBI seeks clarity on handling of bank accounts, deposits under FCRA bill

State Bank of India officials are seeking clarity on handling accounts when an organizations registration is suspended. They highlighted risks fo

AAPs Candidate Count Drops to 32 for Gandhinagar Municipal Elections

The Aam Aadmi Partys candidate count has fallen to 32 after four nominations were rejected and five candidates withdrew for the Gandhinagar elect

Police Confession Cannot Be Sole Ground for Detention Under NSA: Supreme Court

Court quashes NSA detention, stresses preventive detention must be used only in exceptional cases

TBM Kaveri Breaks Through At Kilpauk Medical College

Chennai Metros TBM Kaveri completed a 685-metre underground drive from Chetpet to Kilpauk Medical College Station as part of Phase-II works.

Local Sena (UBT) leader dies in Thane after firing by unidentified assailants

Purnekar was the Thane 'vibhag pramukh' or division head of the Uddhav Thackeray-led party, a Sena (UBT) leader said

Weather to remain dry across J

Jammu Tawi, Sept 29: The Meteorological Centre on Tuesday said that Jammu and Kashmir is likely to witness generally dry weather till October 4,

HC Pleas Challenge Rowdy Sheets in TDP Case

The petitioners sought revocation of the proceedings, stating that they were not involved in the attack on the TDP headquarters and had been impl

'Flight of the Eagle': US Passport shake-up! Marco Rubio unveils online process & premium packaging

'Flight of the Eagle': US Passport shake-up! Marco Rubio unveils online process & premium packaging

CISF jawan kills 4 colleagues at Kathua hydel plant

Surveillance is not the only privacy issue

Who is responsible, when a protester is identified by a camera, doxxed by anonymous accounts, and then threatened at home? What happens to privac

Bhavya industrial parks application deadline extended

The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) is inviting applications under the scheme in two rounds, it said in an office

HC: Contract Worker Claiming Wages From Govt Must Establish Employer-Employee Relationship

Justice Laxmi Narayana Alishetty made the finding while setting aside an order of the payment of wages authority, which had directed the panchaya

26,544 EWS certificates issued in J

Srinagar, Sep 29: The Jammu and Kashmir government has said that 26,544 Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) certificates were issued across the Un

Rohit and Kohlis Experience Boosts Team Indias Performance, Says Bowling Coach Sai Raj Bhatule

Bowling coach Sai Raj Bhatule praises Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli for their impact on Team India ahead of the second ODI against West Indies. Ro

AI slashes cost of launching cyberattack to under $3, says Mastercard

Technology, public and financial sectors account for 44 per cent of cyberattacks in India, while firms are strengthening governance as AI agents

Ministers Aadhav Arjuna, C.T.R. Nirmal Kumar urge Madras High Court to dismiss DMKs defamation case

They contend that the political party had not issued prior notices to them as required under Section 80 of the Code of Criminal Procedure

FBI puts Goldy Brar on 10 most wanted list, offers $1m reward

Gangster Satinderjeet Singh, known as Goldy Brar, has been added to the FBI's Ten Most Wanted Fugitives list. A reward of $1 million has been ann

Jana Sena and Telugu Desam Make Competing Claims; BJP Too Seeks Space In Civic Body

The Tirupati mayoral contest has gained importance with the government deciding to hold direct elections for mayors. The JS is basing its claim,

No proposal to relax EWS criteria: Govt

Srinagar, Sept 29: The Jammu and Kashmir government has said that there is currently no proposal under consideration to relax the existing criter

India Inc's legal bill swells as global ambitions grow

As Indian companies expand overseas, a more fractious global geopolitical environment is exposing them to a wider web of sanctions, trade restric

Adilabad District Expecting 52 Lakh Quintals of Cotton Arrivals During Kharif

Officials prepare app-based procurement and moisture checks to ensure farmers get MSP

Many Mandals Reeling Under Deficit Rains, Give Us Aid, Tummala Urges Centre

Farmers, he said, were being encouraged to shift towards alternative crops based on water availability and climatic conditions.

Man Assaults Grandmother, Demands Money To Buy Liquor

Police arrested a 34-year-old man for allegedly assaulting his 82-year-old grandmother to death in Salem after demanding money for alcohol.

MSME data to power National Business Register

The SBR will serve as a comprehensive database of business establishments across the country. Under the MoU, the two ministries will develop a st

Indian Foreign Minister Jaishankar Meets UN Secretary-General Guterres to Discuss Global South Issues

Indias Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar met UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres to address ongoing global conflicts and the Global South. Indian

Team up against unilateral action: Shaktikanta Das to Global South

Urges trade and energy diversification as US tariffs and West Asian conflict escalate crude import pressures

CM Revanth to Launch Developmental Works in Karimnagar, Sircilla

The Sircilla police deployed 1600 cops for the CMs security.

OpenAI unveils GPT-6.1 Sol and Dots AI agents at DevDay

Sam Altman unveils lower-cost model at DevDay as OpenAI showcases always-on AI agents powered by GPT-6 Astra

HYDRAA secures 7,200 square yards of public space and thwarts encroachment of lake

Airtel an institution; next gen can decide on other biz, says Mittal

Expansion beyond British Telecom in Europe, subject to finding the right candidates

Malkajgiri Municipal Corporation clears unauthorised structures

Major Changes to Graded Response Action Plan Address Air Pollution in Delhi-NCR

The revised Graded Response Action Plan introduces key changes to combat air pollution in Delhi-NCR, including early-stage provisions for buses a

Left-Dalit Alliance Leads Four Central Panel Posts In UoH Students' Union Polls

The AISA-ASA-DSU-SFI-TSF alliance led four of six central-panel races in the UoH Students Union polls, with final results awaited.

Viral RNA May Trigger Molecular Changes Linked to Parkinsons, Hyderabad Study Finds

The study, published in Cell Reports, examined how RNA viruses interact with a protein named alpha-synuclein, that forms what are called amyloid

Congress Seeks Sacking of CEC Gyanesh Kumar and Resignation of PM Modi Over Electoral Roll Revisions

CWC seeks voter-roll transparency as opposition parties intensify campaign against election panel

Food Safety dept. officials direct stall owners to maintain hygiene

Officials conduct surprise raids at Eat Street, interact with the public and enquire about the quality of food being sold

International School of Design Receives Two National Awards at 15th National Education Excellence Conclave

New Delhi [India], September 29: International School of Design (INSD), one of India's Largest Design and Aviation Institute, received two presti

Attack on Shiv Sena (UBT) Leader Pradeep Purnekar in Thane Leaves Him Hospitalized

Pradeep Purnekar, a leader of Shiv Sena (UBT), was shot by unknown assailants in Thane and is currently receiving treatment in a local hospital.

FDA recalls blood pressure medication: Reason, affected drugs, and should you stop taking the pills?

The FDA has urgently recalled more than 25,000 bottles of Chlorthalidone tablets from Inventia Healthcare. This recall is prompted by failures in

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Pradeep Purnekar dies after assault, firing in Thane

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Pradeep Purnekar died after he was allegedly assaulted and shot at by unidentified assailants in Thane, police said, accor

India and South Korea Strengthen Defense Ties at 10th Joint Committee Meeting

India and South Korea review defense industry collaboration at the 10th Joint Committee Meeting in New Delhi, enhancing bilateral ties. India and

Silver lining: on the Samarkand Chess Olympiad and India

That India came second to Uzbekistan in Chess Olympiad should not be dispiriting

Congress names candidates for two Graduate MLC seats