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AAP's Gayatri Bishnoi vacates Chandigarh bungalow

Bishnoi, who is the AAP's observer in Punjab, landed in the eye of a political storm after Congress MLA Sukhpal Singh Khaira, in a video released on X, made an off-colour remark alleging that Bishnoi was staying at a Chandigarh government bungalow with former Delhi deputy chief minister Manish Sisodia. Bungalow number 960 in Sector 39A had been allotted to minister Ravjot Singh.

28 Sep 2026 11:54 pm
SC rejects plea to advance hearing on Bengal SIR ahead of byelections

The Supreme Court on Monday declined to advance the hearing of pleas challenging the pendency of appeals linked to the special intensive revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in West Bengal, ahead of the October 6 bypolls in Nandigram and Rejinagar.

28 Sep 2026 11:40 pm
Trump would resign if': AOC doubles down on 'abolish ICE' stance, rips into GOP over stock trading

Trump would resign if': AOC doubles down on 'abolish ICE' stance, rips into GOP over stock trading

28 Sep 2026 11:17 pm
Florida on alert as state declares emergency over breakbone fever dengue outbreak

Florida has recently declared a local state of emergency in response to a rising dengue fever outbreak impacting various counties. With almost 200 locally contracted cases reported this year, showing a dramatic increase from the previous year, officials have initiated strategic mosquito-control measures to tackle the growing mosquito population and to scrutinize areas where they may breed.

28 Sep 2026 10:49 pm
National Coffee Day 2026 Deals: Starbucks, Dunkin, free coffee offers, deals and everything to know for September 29, 2026

National Coffee Day 2026 is approaching with various promotions from coffee chains including Starbucks and Dunkin. Many coffee drinkers are expected to take advantage of free coffee offers on September 29. Reports indicate a significant rise in specialty coffee consumption among American adults. Coffee drinkers are also returning to out-of-home coffee consumption, nearing pre-COVID levels. Promotions will include free drinks and discounts at multiple participating locations nationwide.

28 Sep 2026 10:43 pm
Benjamin Satterley cause of death: What really happened to the AEW star

Benjamin Satterley cause of death: Benjamin Satterley, has passed away at the age of 40. All Elite Wrestling confirmed his death on September 27, 2026, but did not reveal an official cause of death or circumstances regarding it.

28 Sep 2026 10:36 pm
Maharashtra Public Service Commission postpones State Services Main Exam 2026 amid review demands

Maharashtra Public Service Commission has postponed the State Services Main Examination scheduled for October 3, 2026. This decision follows demands from aspirants and political groups regarding reforms in the examination process. Protests had erupted previously due to a paper leak in the MPSC Drug Inspector exam, leading to calls for the chairman's resignation. Political figures, including Cockroach Janta Party convenor Abhijeet Dipke, have highlighted the need for accountability.

28 Sep 2026 10:35 pm
'He embraces ICE': Mamdani blasts Blakeman's 'private militia in Nassau County' record | NY Gov race

'He embraces ICE': Mamdani blasts Blakeman's 'private militia in Nassau County' record | NY Gov race

28 Sep 2026 10:31 pm
Nike co-founder Phil Knight gives alma mater University of Oregon $1 billion, biggest-ever public university gift after unscheduled call

Phil Knight and his wife, Penny, have recently pledged $1 billion to the University of Oregon. This donation is intended for the establishment of a new engineering school in Eugene, focusing on bioengineering and high-demand disciplines. This is Phil Knight's largest known donation to a public flagship university which came after an unscheduled call.

28 Sep 2026 10:31 pm
You got COVID when you didnt: Johnson exposes how Fauci, Fearmongers used PCR test against public

You got COVID when you didnt: Johnson exposes how Fauci, Fearmongers used PCR test against public

28 Sep 2026 10:24 pm
MongoDB stocks crash at Nasdaq: In 2025, MDB share price jumped over 30 per cent, one year later company stocks suffer Wall Street's biggest losses after Meta's latest recruitment move

MongoDB share price today: MongoDB is a software company that provides a cloud-based database platform used to build and run modern applications. Its technology helps businesses manage data efficiently, combining search, analytics, and AI tools in one system.

28 Sep 2026 10:20 pm
Tom Brady left Nike for a company 20 times smaller but the money deal had an unusual catch

Tom Brady went in a different direction after his Nike deal ended. He signed with Under Armour instead. At the time, the company was much smaller and still trying to compete with the biggest names in the sportswear business.

28 Sep 2026 10:20 pm
Paramount rolls out $44 billion bond sale to fund Warner Bros. takeover

Paramount Skydance Corp. has initiated the sale of over $44 billion in bonds to fund its acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery Inc. Following legal settlements, the company can proceed with the financing, which includes various debt tranches. The bond issuance is expected to be one of the largest corporate high-yield deals recorded. Initial pricing discussions have indicated a yield in the low-9% range for the long-term bonds.

28 Sep 2026 10:19 pm
US exempts India and 19 nations from 100% tariff on certain speciality drugs: Report

The United States has announced it will exempt certain speciality drugs and ingredients imported from India and 19 other countries from tariffs. This decision follows US President Donald Trump's proclamation imposing a 100% tariff on specified patented pharmaceuticals. Drugs intended for rare diseases and infertility, along with their components, will qualify for the zero-tariff treatment. The exemption applies to 20 other jurisdictions that have trade agreements with the US.

28 Sep 2026 10:16 pm
Mediators working to broker US-Iran deal even after Trump rejected latest Tehran proposal

Mediators are continuing indirect talks with Iran and the United States to broker a deal that would end fighting and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, despite President Donald Trump publicly rejecting Tehrans latest proposal. Officials told AP that Washington has not formally rejected the draft, while mediators seek concessions from both sides.

28 Sep 2026 10:06 pm
Sleeper cells and lone wolves. The West could be Irans next front

The arrest of five British men near RAF Fairford has revived concerns over Irans ability to retaliate beyond the Middle East. No Iranian link has been established, with investigators examining multiple possibilities. Western security officials have warned Iran could use proxies, covert networks, lone actors or cyberattacks.

28 Sep 2026 9:46 pm
India-Jordan trade: Sitharaman seeks deeper ties, $5 billion target by 2030

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman met with Jordan's Minister of Planning Zeina Zeid Toukan in Doha. The two ministers discussed ways to enhance bilateral cooperation in various sectors, including food security and trade. Sitharaman emphasized the goal of reaching $5 billion in bilateral trade by 2030. Jordan expressed interest in strengthening ties with India, particularly in energy and infrastructure.

28 Sep 2026 9:45 pm
John Lennon's Beatles-era guitar vanished for more than 50 years before resurfacing in a British attic; the forgotten instrument was valued at up to 647,000

John Lennons Beatles-era Framus 12-string Hootenanny guitar has made a comeback after disappearing for over 50 years. The instrument, also played by George Harrison, was used in the recording of Help! and Rubber Soul and is connected with several Beatles songs. It was reportedly passed from Lennon to musician Gordon Waller before eventually reaching its current owner.

28 Sep 2026 9:41 pm
74 more villages in Odisha declared 'tsunami ready' under UNESCO programme, total reaches 100

Odisha has declared 74 more coastal villages tsunami ready under the UNESCO-IOC programme, taking the total number of recognised villages in the state to 100. The recognition followed field verification in Balasore, Bhadrak, Kendrapada, Puri and Jagatsinghpur, focusing on tsunami awareness, preparedness and response. Odisha has identified 381 coastal villages and habitations as tsunami-prone and is preparing them in phases.

28 Sep 2026 9:37 pm
US stock market crash today: Why are Google, Amazon, Microsoft, Meta and AMD stocks falling as Nasdaq 100 drops 1.6%? Reasons behind Wall Street selloff

US stock market crash today: Nasdaq, S&P 500 and Dow Jones fall as rising oil prices, Treasury yields and renewed geopolitical tensions pressure Wall Street. The Nasdaq 100 has fallen 1.6%, while the S&P 500 has lost nearly $700 billion in market value during the session. The sharpest declines are coming from several well-known names. Meta is down 3.83%, AMD has fallen 3.14% and Micron is lower by 2.92%. The weakness also reaches the biggest technology companies. Google has slipped 1.08%, Micros

28 Sep 2026 9:36 pm
US says no China arms sale plans after envoy cites Trump offer

The US ambassador to China stated clearly that there are no intentions to move forward with arms sales. This clarification follows President Trump's controversial suggestion to sell weapons to China during Xi Jinping's Washington visit. Additionally, US arms sales to Taiwan continue to sour relationships with China, which asserts Taiwan as part of its territory.

28 Sep 2026 9:33 pm
Bitcoin price today: Why are BTC, Ethereum-ETC rates down after recent highs? Donald Trump whose administration is known as crypto-friendly may be responsible

A few days back Bitcoin bulls were back after months of gloom. After languishing for months at two-year lows of around $60,000, the world's largest cryptocurrency was heading to reclaim the past glory.

28 Sep 2026 9:26 pm
Weather tomorrow September 29: IMD forecasts rain, thunderstorms and heavy showers across several states, check full forecast

Weather tomorrow September 29: IMD forecasts rain, thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds across several parts of India, with isolated heavy rainfall likely in Himachal Pradesh, Northeast India, Tamil Nadu, Kerala and South Interior Karnataka. Several southern and western regions may also see strong winds and thunderstorms, while mainly dry weather is expected across much of Northwest India from September 30.

28 Sep 2026 9:23 pm
Clean Max Enviro bulk deal: Augment India divests stakes worth Rs 1,096 crore; Goldman Sachs, HSBC India among buyers

Augment India I Holdings sold 85.03 lakh Clean Max Enviro Energy Solutions shares worth about Rs 1,096 crore through NSE bulk deals. Goldman Sachs, HSBC and ICICI Prudential Life Insurance were among the buyers, while brokerages retain positive views on CleanMax.

28 Sep 2026 9:17 pm
Why are US bond yields rising? 30-year Treasury hits its highest level since 2004, but what does it mean for household budgets?

The US bond market is executing a severe repricing of the cost of money. On Thursday, the 30-year Treasury yield reached 5.48%, a peak unseen since 2004. The benchmark 10-year yield touched 5.20%, marking a 1.25 percentage point climb since early March. Because bond prices fall as yields rise, this represents a massive selloff in the world's deepest government debt market. The 30-year yield specifically measures investor willingness to finance long-term government borrowing. Demanding 5.48% show

28 Sep 2026 9:02 pm
Indian woman pays Rs 45,000 rent for tiny Dubai room, says same money can get a 3BHK home in parts of India

An Indian woman living in Dubai has shared a video of her small rented room, saying she pays around Rs 45,000 every month for the space. Sakshi described the accommodation as a tiny little box and said she had lived there for a year. She is now preparing to move into another room of a similar size.

28 Sep 2026 9:02 pm
US midterm election results: How votes are counted, races called and winners certified

When US polls close, election results are reported in stages beginning with preliminary totals. Media organizations like AP make race calls based on available information and contender standings. While results may change as additional ballots are counted, the official certification is completed later by election authorities. This formal process ensures a true and accurate vote count after all procedures are finalized.

28 Sep 2026 9:01 pm
Manipur: Naga protest shutdown disrupts normal life in Senapati after killing of 3 civilians

A 12-hour shutdown in Senapati district, Manipur, has caused major disruptions, initiated by the Naga Peoples Organisation protesting the tragic deaths of three Naga civilians. The incident, which unfolded in Kailenjang village, resulted in the immediate death of two civilians, with a third succumbing to injuries later. The Naga Peoples Organisation insists on a comprehensive investigation.

28 Sep 2026 9:00 pm
Ford suddenly halts F-150 production at Michigan and Kansas City plants; thousands of workers told to stay home. Here's why

Ford has halted or reduced F-150 production at its Michigan and Missouri plants because of a supplier-related parts shortage. Around 3,500 workers at the Dearborn Truck Plant have reportedly been told to stay home, while several shifts have also been canceled at the Kansas City Assembly Plant. Since last year, Ford has struggled with keeping its F-150 production going to meet demand.

28 Sep 2026 8:57 pm
Hugh Jackman launched a coffee company inspired by an Ethiopian farmer in 2011; 3 years later, Keurig took his brand into stores nationwide

Hugh Jackmans venture with coffee started following a 2009 trip to Ethiopia, where he met a young coffee farmer named Dukale. Motivated by Dukales determination, Jackman established Laughing Man Coffee in 2011 with an objective to support coffee-growing communities. The brand concentrated on premium coffee while directing 100 percent of Jackmans profits to the Laughing Man Foundation.

28 Sep 2026 8:53 pm
Why are the Dow Jones, S&P 500 and Nasdaq falling today? The reasons behind the selloff from tech stocks to gold, silver and Bitcoin

US Stock Market Today: U.S. stock markets slipped on Monday morning as a sharp rise in crude prices and surging Treasury yields unsettled investors following last weeks broad rally. The Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped 379.73 points, or 0.73%, to 51,448.89. The S&P 500 sank 0.94% to 7,670.67, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite dropped 1.22% to 26,737.84. Energy marked the sole S&P 500 sector trading in positive territory, benefiting directly from a fresh spike in global fuel costs.

28 Sep 2026 8:45 pm
The US-Iran war is now squeezing two major shipping routes from Strait of Hormuz to the Red Sea heres why global trade could feel the impact

The ongoing US-Iran war is affecting vital maritime chokepoints, specifically the Strait of Hormuz and Bab el-Mandeb Strait. Shipping traffic has decreased significantly through Hormuz due to conflict, impacting global energy markets. The situation at Bab el-Mandeb has worsened after Houthi forces seized strategic Perim Island. Discussions between the US and Iran continue with hopes for reopening Hormuz amid rising concerns.

28 Sep 2026 8:42 pm
Amazon Prime Refunds: Millions could get automatic payments next month-Are you eligible for Amazon's automatic refunds under the massive $2.5 billion settlement?

Starting October 1, millions of additional Amazon Prime customers could receive automatic payments as part of a settlement. This expanded distribution includes consumers who used 11 to 20 Prime benefits within a year. Eligible subscribers do not need to complete any forms to receive their compensation. Amazon has already refunded over $845 million to affected customers prior to this announcement.

28 Sep 2026 8:41 pm
Rahul Gandhi alleges EC removed 727 of 728 voters from Delhi's Bela Estate, says homeless residents lost voting rights

Congress Leader Rahul Gandhi has accused the Election Commission of voter name deletions in Bela Estate. He stated that 727 names were struck off from the voter list despite residents living there for years. Gandhi visited and spoke with affected residents, highlighting their loss of voting rights. He called this act vote theft and criticized Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.

28 Sep 2026 8:37 pm
Slap row: Delhi Police files non-cognisable report for voluntarily causing hurt against Parvesh Verma

Delhi Police has filed a non-cognisable report against PWD Minister Parvesh Verma under Section 115 of the BNS after he allegedly slapped a man during a road inspection in west Delhi. The incident, captured on video, followed an AAP MLA questioning the quality of newly laid roadwork.

28 Sep 2026 8:35 pm
Commerce minister Piyush Goyal to visit US for trade talks, G20 ministers meeting

Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal will visit the US from September 29 to October 5 for the G20 Trade Ministers meeting and talks with US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer on the India-US bilateral trade agreement.

28 Sep 2026 8:31 pm
Yashvir Singh wins silver, Rohit Yadav bronze in javelin at Asian Games; Sri Lanka clinches gold

At the Asian Games, Indian javelin throwers Yashvir Singh and Rohit Yadav showcased their skills by securing silver and bronze medals. Yashvir set a new personal best with a distance of 85.72m on his last throw, while Rohit clinched bronze with a throw of 84.35m. The gold medal went to Sri Lanka's Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage, who threw 88.55m. With this achievement, Indias medal tally now stands at an impressive 45.

28 Sep 2026 8:30 pm
GTA 6 Weather will go beyond sunshine, but fans are waiting for the biggest storm reveal

A realistic weather system could change much more than the way the sky looks. Heavy rain could make a police chase feel more intense. Low visibility could turn a nighttime escape into a bigger challenge. Wet roads could also change the way cars respond and handle.

28 Sep 2026 8:30 pm
WWE RAW Tonight: Full match card, main events, key fights, live streaming start time as things are getting wilder before WWE Money in the Bank 2026

WWE RAW Tonight 28-September-2026: Full match card, confirmed segments, start timings & how to watch: Monday Night Raw is back as wrestlers are gearing up for WWE Money in the Bank.

28 Sep 2026 8:29 pm
Bill Gates Foundation to shut down in 2045; by then it plans to help millions of Americans gain valuable skills with $400 million AI investment

The Bill Gates Foundation has pledged $1 billion towards the development of equitable AI solutions for education and healthcare. With a special focus on enhancing educational tools across global schools, $400 million is earmarked for this initiative. By 2045, the goal is to help 10 million Americans achieve meaningful credentials.

28 Sep 2026 8:25 pm
Greenland is in the global spotlight after the new US security deal now scientists have mapped the hidden world beneath its ice

Scientists have revealed the intricate landscape hidden beneath the Greenland Ice Sheet, mapping nearly 2,000 subglacial valleys. These valleys influence the movement of ice above them, affecting how glaciers behave as conditions change. The researchers used Ice Flow Perturbation Analysis to detect subtle changes in the ice surface. This new understanding helps improve long-term projections about Greenland's ice response. These findings contribute to the ongoing discussion regarding Greenland's

28 Sep 2026 8:15 pm
Indian brands dominate Delhis liquor sales: Nearly 18.61 crore bottles sold in two years; imported booze trails far behind

Delhi liquor shops sold nearly 18.61 crore bottles across categories in the last two financial years, with Indian Made Foreign Liquor (IMFL) accounting for a much larger share than imported spirits. Data from an RTI reply showed overall liquor sales rising to around 9.61 crore bottles in 2025-26, while beer sales also increased, with summer months recording some of the highest volumes.

28 Sep 2026 8:12 pm
Fat bear week 2026: Chunk returns to defend his title as 16 brown bears compete for the crown

Fat bear week 2026: Fat Bear Week has returned to Alaskas Katmai National Park and Preserve, where 16 brown bears are competing for the annual title. Previous years champion, Chunk, also called Bear 32, is making a return and hoping to defend his crown. The contest celebrates the bears talent to build major fat reserves before winter hibernation, with sockeye salmon offering a significant food source.

28 Sep 2026 8:10 pm
Dont chase jobsdrive a taxi: UP Dy CM Brajesh Pathaks advice sparks online buzz

Dont chase jobsdrive a taxi: UP Dy CM Brajesh Pathaks advice sparks online buzz

28 Sep 2026 8:07 pm
Himanta Biswa Sarmas different perspective of Assams mega bridge: CM flies drone himself

Himanta Biswa Sarmas different perspective of Assams mega bridge: CM flies drone himself

28 Sep 2026 8:05 pm
Building collapses in Ambala, NDRF rushes in for Rescue Ops

Building collapses in Ambala, NDRF rushes in for Rescue Ops

28 Sep 2026 8:01 pm