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Sudarsan Pattnaik Creates 25-Ft Sand Art With 2500 Diyas On Puri Beach For PM Modi

Eminent sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik created a 25-foot sand art installation using 2,500 earthen lamps (diyas) at Puri Beach to mark Prime Minis

House passes Russia sanctions bill, awaits Trump

Washington: The House on Wednesday, September 16, passed a broad package of sanctions targeting Russian officials and key pillars of its economy

Climate change made deadly Nepal glacier and rock collapse more likely, according to analysis

BENGALURU, India, September 17, 2026 (AP) Human-caused global warming thinned glaciers and thawed mountain permafrost, likely helping to destabi

Yemen's Houthis Claim Saudi F-15 Fighter Jet Shot Down Over Marib, Release Footage Of Wreckage

Telangana to probe drowning of 6 students during Ganesh immersion

Hyderabad: Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy on Thursday, September 17, directed the district administration to extend all possible support to the f

Tamil Nadu | How the Museum of Chettinad keepsa communitys memoryalive

Housed in an ancestral home in Kanadukathan, the museum looks to connect the Chettiar communitys traditions, global journeys,craft and future gen

Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi Wishes PM Modi On 76th Birthday, Hails His Leadership

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi extended birthday greetings to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his 76th birthday, praising his leadershi

Sri Lanka batter Silva to miss Asian Games with finger injury

The middle-order batter was Sri Lanka's top scorer at the Women's Asia Cup and helped them reach the final of Twenty20 tournament where they lost

Weapons in orbit are forcing old space laws into new struggles for power

The U.S. and other major space powers have long developed counter-space capabilities; but why has this sparked a debate now?

100% Trump tariffs loom: Russia sanctions bill passed in US; will it make India stop buying crude from Moscow?

Jarange calls off 20-day fast, gives govt three-month ultimatum

Beed: Maratha quota activist Manoj Jarange on Thursday, September 17, called off his 20-day-old fast, and warned the Maharashtra Government that

Zhou Jianjun from Huawei: Building a Grid-Interactive AIDC Solution to Maximize Tokens Per Watt

Zhou Jianjun from Huawei: Building a Grid-Interactive AIDC Solution to Maximize Tokens Per Watt

Iran Lauds Xi Jinpings Peace Principles Amid Strategic Talks in China

Irans Foreign Minister praises Xi Jinpings peace principles during strategic discussions in China, emphasizing regional stability. Iran Lauds Xi

Hawkish Fed adds to rupee's troubles, traders watch 96/USD hurdle

The rupee is expected to open slightly weaker around 96-96.05 per dollar, down from its previous close of 95.9550

RJ Charan Is Set to Make a Re-Entry Into Bigg Boss Telugu 10

Now, the audience will get a chance to bring one of them back into the house.

US extends visa curbs on Palestine officials, blocks President Abbas from UN General Assembly

In a significant move, US officials have broadened visa restrictions impacting leaders of the Palestinian Authority, including President Mahmoud

Army, CRPF, J&K Police launch joint op in Udhampur after suspicious movement input

Canada applies to join UK-led military coalition

Canada has formally applied to join the UK-led Joint Expeditionary Force, seeking closer defence cooperation with European nations as Ottawa work

Amit Shah Praises Modis Leadership on Prime Ministers Birthday

Amit Shah commends PM Modis leadership, highlighting achievements in security and infrastructure on his birthday. Amit Shah Praises Modis Leaders

Asian Games 2026 September 17 Schedule, live event time (IST), streaming

India will kick off its campaign at the 2026 Asian Games with men's doubles teqball at 2:00 PM IST on September 17

Varanasi Gen Z Donates Blood on Modis Birthday, Hails Him GOAT

The event was held at the IMA building in Lahurabir, where organisers said many of the participants were aged between 18 and 22 years

Peter Max Dies at 88

Max died on Monday, the statement said. No cause was given, but he had been suffering from advanced dementia.

Xi Jingping suffered stroke, fainted during BRICS 2026 summit? China Democratic Party claims military helicopter transported him directly to Beijing's Army Hospital

Claims about Xi Jinping's health emerged after his absence from a BRICS gala dinner in New Delhi, with Chinese dissident Wanjun Xie alleging that

Trump to meet Gulf leaders at UN over Iran war, postwar strategy: Report

On the upcoming Tuesday, President Trump is set to convene with leaders from the Gulf region in New York, where they will strategize on the Unite

Cyber fraud syndicate busted in 12.84 crore Hero FinCorp case, five arrested

Delhi Polices IFSO unit arrests five, including an RBL Bank relationship manager; investigators uncover Chinese Telegram groups and trail of fund

US troops must prepare to fight around the Moon: Trump's top military aide

American troops need to prepare for combat not only in Earth's orbit but around the moon, President Donald Trump's top military adviser said Wedn

Matthew Wade Bids Farewell to BBL, Shifts Focus to Coaching Career

Australian cricketer Matthew Wade announces retirement from BBL to pursue a coaching career after a successful playing tenure. Matthew Wade Bids

MCD passes 12 demolition orders, seals 11 properties across Delhi

The civic body also carried out 46 demolitions as part of its intensified enforcement drive against dangerous buildings, unauthorised constructio

Artist Sudarsan Pattnaik creates 25-ft sand art with 2.5K diyas for PM Modis birthday

US House approves sweeping Russia sanctions bill, sending it to Trump

WASHINGTON, September 17, 2026 (AP) The U.S. House on Wednesday passed a broad package of sanctions targeting Russian officials and key pillars

No deal unless Lebanese army strengthens control, says Israeli army chief

Digital Desk | Jerusalem, Sep 17 (IANS) Israeli military chief Eyal Zamir said that progress toward an agreement with Lebanon on disarming Hezbol

U.S. Military Continues Crackdown on Drug Trafficking in Eastern Pacific

The U.S. South Command has intensified operations against drug trafficking in the Eastern Pacific, sinking another vessel linked to narco-terrori

'No alliance with BJP' ahead of 2028 Telangana Assembly polls, says KTR

BRS working president KT Rama Rao on Wednesday ruled out an alliance with the BJP for the 2028 Telangana Assembly elections, saying, There will b

Asian Games 2026: Indian athletes land in Japan to a forgettable welcome

Indian athletes in rowing and shooting faced a tumultuous start upon arrival, encountering major issues with their accommodation and registration

BRS rules out alliance with BJP for 2028 Telangana Assembly elections

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Trump praises PM Modi's opium crackdown as India remains on US drug list

US President Donald Trump praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for tackling opium production, even as India remains on Washington's major illicit

Hockey India denies Pakistan's late request for venue change, ready with replacement in case of walkout

Despite some drama concerning the venue in the last couple of days, Mohali is set to host the 2026 Mens Asian Champions Trophy. Pakistan Hockey F

Amit Shah Flags Off Nationwide Bike Rally from Vadnagar to Varanasi on Modis Birthday

Amit Shah launches a bike rally to celebrate Modis birthday and 25 years in public service, covering 40,000 km across India. Amit Shah Flags Off

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Stocks to watch: Mazagon Dock, JSW Energy, Highway Infra, Fortis & Infosys

Stocks to watch today: LCC Projects, Karamtara Engineering, Manipal Payment, Rentomojo, Steamhouse India and Asset Reconstruction Company (India)

Multi-storey building collapses in Gaza; 21 including 11 kids killed

Digital Desk | Gaza, Sep 17 (IANS) The death toll from the collapse of a residential building in western Gaza City rose to 21, including 11 child

Hindustan Zinc Strengthens India

Udaipur, September 17, 2026: Hindustan Zinc Limited has highlighted the important role of its young engineers in shaping the future of Indias met

Leaders Extend Birthday Wishes to Prime Minister Modi, Celebrating His Vision for India

On Prime Minister Modis birthday, leaders express gratitude and wish him good health, highlighting his impact on Indias growth and development. L

TG SAFE suspends FSSAI licenses of nine food establishments in Hyderabad for food safety violations

Officials identified multiple food safety violations, including spoilt and contaminated meat and vegetables, pest infestations, unhygienic condit

UN chief calls for de-escalation in Middle East, Ukraine

Digital Desk | United Nations, Sep 17 (IANS) UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres called for de-escalation in the Middle East and Ukraine. He ma

Marriotts Anthony Capuano on India Growth Plans and The Impact of the West Asia War

Nifty 50's structure remains weak; PVR INOX among top picks: Ajit Mishra

Nifty's recovery above the 23,200 level provides some near-term relief; however, the broader structure remains weak.

His journey filled with service, dedication: HM Shah's warm birthday greetings to PM Modi

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 17 (IANS) Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday extended warm birthday greetings to Prime Minister Narendra Mod

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Krishen Khannas Bandwalla series to be showcased at Design Democracy 2026 in Hyderabad

Sculpted Indias debut show will feature works by Thota Vaikuntam, MF Husain and Jogen Chowdhury, among other artists

Trump calls for US interest rates at 1% or lower after Fed rate hike

The US president renewed his push for cheaper credit after the Federal Reserve raised its benchmark rate by 25 basis points to a 3.75-4% target r

Vice President Wishes PM Modi on His Birthday, Highlights Indias Global Emergence

Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan congratulates PM Modi on his birthday, praising Indias growth under his leadership. Vice President Wishes PM Mo

Federal Reserve hikes key rate for 1st time in 3 years, defying Trump demands for a cut

WASHINGTON. September 17, 2026 (AP) The Federal Reserve raised its benchmark interest rate Wednesday for the first time since 2023 in an effort

Breaking news live updates: Iran 'wants to make a deal,' claims Trump; says war in West Asia 'hopefully towards an end'

BJP Launches Seva Sankalp Abhiyan to Celebrate Modis 25 Years in Public Service

The BJP kicks off a month-long Seva Sankalp Abhiyan to honor PM Modis 25 years of public service, starting from his birthday on September 17. BJP

Oil Price Today (September 17): Crude oil falls below $105 even as Middle East tensions simmer. Heres why

Crude Oil Price Today : Brent crude futures fell $1.25, or 1.22%, to $104.62 a barrel, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate futures declined $1.16,

Maratha activist Manoj Jarange calls off 20-day fast, gives Maharashtra govt three months to consider demands

Maratha reservation activist Manoj Jarange Patil on Thursday (September 17) called off his 20-day-old hunger strike and gave the Maharashtra gove

OPPO F35 Pro 5G Designed Revealed as Retail Box Surfaces: Check Expected Price Range and Specifications

The OPPO F35 Pro 5G could be gearing up for its India debut, with a leaked retail box providing an early glimpse at the upcoming smartphone. Expe

PM Modi Birthday 2026: 'Seva Sankalp' bike yatra to begin from Kashi; cover 10 states, over 1,150 villages

A major 'Seva Sankalp' campaign will be launched on Thursday from Prime Minister Narendra Modi's parliamentary constituency, Varanasi, to mark hi

BJP Launches Seva Sankalp Abhiyan to Celebrate PM Modis 25 Years of Public Service

The BJP kicks off a month-long campaign to honor PM Modis 25 years of public service, starting from his birthday on September 17. BJP Launches Se

NSE IPO opens today with 9% GMP. Should you subscribe to Rs 22,569 crore issue?

NSE IPO: At the upper end of the price band, the minimum retail application comes to Rs 14,280 and the post-issue market capitalisation works out

Positive Breakout: These 7 stocks cross above their 200 DMAs

In the Nifty200 pack, seven stocks' closing prices crossed above their 200-day moving averages (DMA) on September 16, 2026, according to StockEdg

Best Sports Blockchain Projects to Watch Now

Sports blockchain has moved beyond the NFT boom toward practical uses such as fan engagement, ticketing, digital collectibles, tokenized assets,

Iranian drones, missiles target US-contracted vessel near Strait of Hormuz

The strike involved four Iranian drones and at least one missile, according to Fox News; minor crew injuries were reported and several US personn

PM Modi to Inaugurate Semicon India 2026, Showcasing Indias Semiconductor Strength

PM Modi will inaugurate Semicon India 2026, highlighting Indias growing semiconductor capabilities with global industry participation. PM Modi to

Political leaders extend greetings to PM Modi on 76th birthday, call him 'world's most popular leader'

Various political leaders extended greetings to PM Modi on his 76th birthday on Thursday. Many of them called him worlds most popular leader in t

Afghanistan coach Richard Pybus calls for team

New Delhi, Sep 16: Afghanistan head coach Richard Pybus admitted his side must improve its strike rate and reduce dot balls, while stressing the

Kuberaa producer Puskur Ram Mohan Rao to make biopic on Abdul Hamid

Kuberaa producer Puskur Ram Mohan Rao is set to enter Hindi cinema with a biopic on Param Vir Chakra awardee Abdul Hamid, who was killed during t

Chess Olympiad: How Arjun Erigaisi suffered Rd 1 upset against lower-rated opponent

India's second-ranked Arjun Erigaisi suffered a surprising Round 1 defeat at the Chess Olympiad. He lost to Thailand's Prin Laohawirapap despite

Prashant Agrawal Shares Lessons on Sacrifice, Time and Respect for Parents

Udaipur: Prashant Agrawal, president of Narayan Seva Sansthan, highlighted important life values and practical lessons through inspiring stories

Radico Khaitan among 3 stock ideas for today by Bonanza's Kunal Kamble

Tata Communications, PVR INOX and Radico Khaitan are showing bullish technical setups, backed by breakouts, support-based reversals and improving

Oil prices fall as Saudi crude cargoes ease fears of supply disruption

Brent crude fell 1.2 per cent to $104.59 a barrel, while WTI dropped 1.1 per cent to $101.29 as concerns over Middle East supply eased

Domestic market to open on flat to negative note as US Fed talks hawkish

The Fed raised its policy rate by 25 basis points to 3.75%4%, its first increase in three years, and projected another hike this year

UPI Fee Row: Is India Really Introducing Charges Under Foreign Pressure? Centre Clarifies

The Union Finance Ministry on Wednesday clarified that no foreign influence was behind the decision to introduce Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) on

A Person Should Be Known by Their Work: Prashant Agrawal

Udaipur : Prashant Agrawal, president of Narayan Seva Sansthan, shared messages of regular devotion, humility, forgiveness, service and sensitivi

Indian athletes start checking in, not completely hassle-free

Nagoya (Japan), Sep 16: Wushu and table tennis players, as well as a few shuttlers, were among the first Indian athletes to check in for the Asia

Madras High Court Refuses to Stay Maduranthagam, Dharapuram Bypolls

The AG said the law as it stands today does not prevent resigned MLAs from recontesting in the by-polls and so the petitioners plea to stop the b

India women land in Japan eyeing Asiad golden double

Tokyo, Sep 16: The Indian womens cricket team head coach Amol Muzumdar said his players are eagerly looking forward to the unique atmosphere of t

Vadnagar-Varanasi bike yatra to be held today to mark PM Modi's birthday; HM Shah to flag off rally

Digital Desk | Ahmedabad, Sep 17 (IANS) Union Home Minister Amit Shah will visit Gujarat's Vadnagar on Thursday to flag off the Bharatiya Janata

Maratha activist Jarange Patil calls off 20-day fast, gives govt 3 months to consider demands

India cuts windfall tax on export of petrol, diesel, and aviation fuel

Export duty on diesel has been reduced to 20 per litre from 25, while levies on petrol have been cut to 0.5 from 1.5 per litre, respectively

India supplies Wall Street with CEOs but has a shortage at home

Indias biggest private banks are finding it increasingly difficult to identify executives with the breadth of experience needed to lead large, co

F1 to open 2027 season in Bahrain despite Middle East uncertainty

London, Sep 16: Formula 1 plans to open the 2027 season in Bahrain even as uncertainty remains over this years races in the Middle East. F1 relea

Luxury of poverty: Thyrocares Dr A Velumani compares life in 1960s vs 2020s, says least of money but best of my life

Thyrocares Dr A Velumani compared life in the 1960s with the 2020s in a post on X, recalling a childhood with less money but more time, physical

Senior Journalist Vishnu Sharma Hitaishi Honoured by Sahitya Mandal

Udaipur : Senior journalist Vishnu Sharma Hitaishi was honoured at the All India Literary and Journalist Felicitation Ceremony organised by Sahit

Deepti Naval meets Ashwini Bhave at her California home during US tour, says creating memories again

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 17 (IANS) Veteran actress Deepti Naval recently met actress Ashwini Bhave at her California home during her ongoing to

Lust Stories 3 creator Ashi Dua: Women write about men they want to be with

Ashi Dua says Lust Stories 3 aims to explore female desire through engaging, meaningful stories rather than provocation. She discusses handling s

Accommodation no challenge; Indians will adapt to containers: Sharath Kamal

New Delhi, Sep 16: Indias deputy chef-de-mission for the Asian Games, A Sharath Kamal, says the unique container room and cruise ship accommodati

USSEC Advances Aquaculture Feed Formulation in Asia

USSEC Advances Aquaculture Feed Formulation in Asia