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Italy to ban burqa in schools, limit foreign pupils

Italy's conservative government approved a new decree banning face-covering Islamic veils including burqas and niqabs in schools and putting a limit on the number of students with a poor command of the Italian language in each classroom. Italian Prime Minister, Giorgia Meloni, called her Cabinet's measures ools of common sense that do not divide, adding that they will help integration by avoiding what the right-wing leader called ghetto classes. She went on to say the rules would lead to all

26 Sep 2026 5:23 pm
IMA advises against antibiotic use as seasonal swine flu cases rise

The Indian Medical Association (IMA) has urged people not to use antibiotics for swine flu symptoms, warning that indiscriminate use of drugs such as azithromycin, amoxicillin-clavulanate and cefixime during the ongoing seasonal Influenza A (H1N1) surge could worsen antimicrobial resistance without offering any benefit against the viral infection. In an advisor, the IMA said Influenza A (H1N1) is a viral illness, and antibiotics should only be prescribed if a qualified physician confirms a secon

26 Sep 2026 4:44 pm
Website of 50th Chennai Book Fair scheduled in Jan 27 unveiled

Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly Speaker JCD.Prabhakar unveiled the logo and website of the 50th Chennai Book Fair to be organized by the Booksellers and Publishers Association of South India (BAPASI), to be held from January 7-19, 2027, at the sprawling YMCA Ground in Nandanam in the city. The logo and website launch for the Golden Jubilee edition of the Chennai Book Fair saw addresses by A. Loyola Mani, Chairman, Tamil Nadu Textbook Corporation and Ms.Kavitha, Chennai District Library Officer,

26 Sep 2026 4:01 pm
Customers advised to plan transactions ahead of three day strike

Customers have been advised to complete branch-dependent banking transactions in advance as joint banking trade unions have called a nationwide strike from September 28 to 30. The State Level Bankers Committee (SLBC) has advised customers to make maximum use of digital and alternative banking channels during the strike period. The SLBC has directed member banks in Kerala to take necessary measures to ensure uninterrupted availability of digital banking services and adequate cash at ATMs. Custome

26 Sep 2026 3:27 pm
Raghav Juyal was the perfect choice for The Paradise: Nani

Nani had already formed a strong impression of Raghav Juyals acting before they shared the screen in The Paradise, thanks to the actors performance in Kill.Nani said that he had really liked Raghavs performance in Kill and had discussed the details of his performance with his friends and cousins for about an hour. He said that Juyals contribution to the success of the film cannot be ignored. The 42-year-old actor revealed that he had never mentioned his admiration for Juyal to director Srikanth

26 Sep 2026 2:47 pm
Bhavnagar receives Rs 738 crore for 79 development projects

At a program dedicated to development projects held at Bhavnagar's Jhaverchand Meghani Auditorium, a simple and heartfelt remark by Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel became the center of discussion.

26 Sep 2026 2:16 pm
South asian countries India-Pakistan at loggerheads at UNGA

India and Pakistan traded accusations at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) on Friday, with Islamabad criticizing India's stance on Kashmir and New Delhi accusing Pakistan of supporting cross-border terrorism.

26 Sep 2026 1:12 pm
India focus on World Cup preparation with West Indies series

India begin their three-match ODI series against West Indies on Sunday at the Greenfield International Stadium here, the first assignment in what bowling coach Morne Morkel calls the start of the teams build-up to the ICC Mens Cricket World Cup.

26 Sep 2026 12:28 pm
IIT-BHU professor unveils technology to recover 100 pc copper, 92 pc gold from e-waste

Professor Kamlesh Kumar Singh of the Department of Metallurgical Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology (Banaras Hindu University), presented his research on recycling electronic waste at the international scientific conference ...

26 Sep 2026 11:57 am
Gujarat Polics in Joint aegis with Delhi nabs Arif, right hand of Goldy Brar

In a late-night operation, a joint team of Gujarat and Delhi police arrested Arif, alias Pistol, allegedly associated with the Goldy Brar gang.

25 Sep 2026 6:16 pm
Could flattering AI make humanity turn on itself?

A recent wave of headline-grabbing warnings from AI luminaries has fueled fears the technology could escape human control and wipe out humanity. But before artificial intelligence (AI) turns on humanity, it could contribute to humans turning on one ...

25 Sep 2026 5:43 pm
Male infertility is 'grossly underreported', Sperm counts drops by 51%

Sperm counts have fallen globally by more than 51% since 1973, and the decline is accelerating. That's according to a 2026 review of studies published in the journal Antioxidants. But men are less likely to get tested than women for infertility.

25 Sep 2026 5:13 pm
Veteran Bollywood supporting actor Mushtaq Khan dies at 56

Veteran Hindi film and television actor Mushtaq Khan, best known for his memorable supporting and comic roles, died on Thursday at the age of 56 while undergoing treatment at a hospital in Mumbai. Khan, who had been battling cancer, was admitted to Nanavati Hospital after his health deteriorated and was reportedly undergoing treatment in the intensive care unit. Khan began his acting career in the 1980s with a small role in the 1980 film Albert Pinto Ko Gussa Kyon Aata Hai. He went on to appear

25 Sep 2026 4:43 pm
Roshibina Devi bags silver, completes hat-trick of Asian Games medals

Indias Roshibina Devi Naorem settled for a silver medal in the womens sanda 60kg wushu event after going down 0-2 to Chinas Zhang Xiaoyu in the final of the Asian Games here on Thursday.

25 Sep 2026 4:13 pm
Volkswagen, Audi to recall almost 1 million cars in Germany

Germany auto firm Volkswagen (VW) and its daughter company Audi are to recall nearly a million vehicles in Germany due to steering problems, according to German media reports.

25 Sep 2026 3:43 pm
CM Yogi Adityanath highlights the Global trust on UPs products, supply chain and entrepreneurs

Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah inaugurated the fourth edition of the UP International Trade Show (UPITS) in the presence of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath

25 Sep 2026 3:13 pm
Cockroach party urges opposition to boycott India's 'rigged' elections

Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke on Friday called on India's opposition parties to stop participating in India's igged elections, as it threatened to launch protests across the country on October 2.

25 Sep 2026 2:43 pm
Why Gemstone Certification Matters When Buying Online

You're browsing gemstone listings and spot a stone priced much lower than what other sellers charge for something similar. That's usually the moment certification stops feeling optional and starts feeling necessary.

25 Sep 2026 12:28 pm
Booking for latest IUV Hyundai Bayon opens

Passenger car makers Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) announced the commencement of bookings for its upcoming Intelligent Utility Vehicle (IUV), Hyundai Bayon, a tech-enabled SUV designed for customers seeking innovation, style, advanced safety ...

24 Sep 2026 6:38 pm
Banks to remain open on Sunday ahead of 3-day nationwide strike

All Public Sector Banks (PSBs) and Regional Rural Banks (RRBs) will remain open and operate as usual on Sunday, September 27, 2026, as the government seeks to limit disruption to banking services ahead of a proposed three-day nationwide strike.

24 Sep 2026 5:56 pm
Ayurveda Day highlights push for evidence-based traditional medicine

The 11th Ayurveda Day celebrations in Nagpur focused on efforts to move Ayurveda beyond traditional practice through scientific research, standardisation, innovation and greater integration with public health. The national celebration, held under the theme Ayurveda for a Healthier Tomorrow, saw the launch of a report on the Ayush Services Sector, Ayush Vision 2030, and the CCRAS-AGNI Assessment Scale Web Portal. The event also saw the release of safety dossiers on Gokshura and Chandrasura, along

24 Sep 2026 4:52 pm
Uttar Pradesh BJP takes potshot on Akhilesh Yadav's procession

The BJP on Thursday targeted Samajwadi Party national president Akhilesh Yadav over his proposed Rath Yatra, saying the SP was seeking to demonstrate its political strength to the Congress through this yatra starting from Rae Bareli.

24 Sep 2026 3:51 pm
The burning bus claims nine lives in New Delhi as driver flee

Nine passengers were killed late on Wednesday after an overnight sleeper bus caught fire outside of the national capital, New Delhi, according to media reports.

24 Sep 2026 1:08 pm
Guj CM Bhupendra Patel inaugurates development projects worth 584 crore

On September 23, Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel performed the e-inauguration and groundbreaking ceremony for various development projects worth Rs 584 crore in Ahmedabad. Under this project, the Vadaj Junction and Makarba Railway Overbridges were ...

24 Sep 2026 12:38 pm
Car demand surges after GST 2.0, Maruti Suzuki plans higher capex

Maruti Suzuki India is stepping up its capital expenditure plans as passenger vehicle demand gains momentum following the GST 2.0 tax rationalisation, the countrys largest carmaker said . Maruti Suzuki MD and CEO Hisashi Takeuchi said the company recorded strong growth in passenger vehicle sales during the April-August 2026 period, with overall volumes rising around 36% year-on-year. The entry-level segment saw an even sharper increase, with sales climbing more than 96% during the period. Takeuc

23 Sep 2026 8:06 pm
UP Police bolstered with drones, Cops to monitor in each station

The Uttar Pradesh Police is now equipping itself with modern, high-tech technology to combat crime and maintain law and order. Police personnel in the state will not only be adept at handling weapons but also become drone operator experts for aerial ...

23 Sep 2026 7:20 pm
SEBI working on measures to simplify market access for overseas investors

The Securities and Exchange Board of India is working on a series of measures aimed at simplifying market access for overseas investors and expanding investment opportunities in Indias capital markets, SEBI Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey said.

23 Sep 2026 7:06 pm
The Paradise unveils third song Anjaana Anjaani

The romantic side of Nani and Kayadu Lohars characters comes into focus with Anjaana Anjaani, the third song from their upcoming film The Paradise, whose audio was released on Tuesday. Directed by Srikanth Odela, the romantic song has been composed by Anirudh Ravichander and its lyrics have been written by Ritesh G Rao. Ritesh G Rao and Sublashini have sung it. Anjaana Anjaani features the romantic chemistry of Nani and Lohar. The films earlier songs, Aaya Sher and Yeshanagula, have also found

23 Sep 2026 6:32 pm
17.79 Lakh new devotees reached Badrinath setting a new record of faith

Under the able leadership of Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, the Char Dham Yatra continues to set new milestones. After Yamunotri and Gangotri, the number of pilgrims visiting Badrinath Dham has now surpassed all previous records. For the first time in the history of the shrine, the number of devotees visiting Badrinath has reached 1,779,805. There is still around one-and-a-half to nearly two months remaining before the shrines portals close for the winter. The Badrinath Yatra, which commenc

23 Sep 2026 5:16 pm
Injury-prone English quick Mark Wood announces international retirement

England quick Mark Wood has called time on his international career, ending an 11-year journey that brought him two World Cup titles and four Ashes campaigns.

23 Sep 2026 4:10 pm
Gujarat Board to give a second chance for failed student in end of Year

The Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Board (GSEB) has taken a major and important decision for students of grades 10 and 12. Students who do not attend school regularly or have failed in more than three board exams will be given a ...

23 Sep 2026 3:40 pm
15K Indian citizen could succumb to El Nino-driven heat by Feb

This year's powerful El Nino phenomenon, which is driving global heat to record levels and contributing to severe droughts, wildfires and water shortages, is likely to cause 15,800 deaths in India by the end of February, according to a research ...

23 Sep 2026 2:16 pm
Why Some Global Apps Feel Difficult to Use: The Hidden Role of Localization

A global app can be technically available in dozens of countries and still feel unfamiliar to many users.People often assume that a good application only needs powerful features, fast performance, and reliable infrastructure. However, everyday ...

23 Sep 2026 12:48 pm
Mukesh Ambani hosts WB CM Suvendu Adhikari to discuss investment oppurtunities

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendhu Adhikari met Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) Chairman Mukesh Ambani & discussed the possibility of fresh investments and expansion of existing business activities in the State.

22 Sep 2026 5:44 pm
UP CM directs Civil servants to ensure minor incidents don't turn Major

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Monday heard the public grievances and reviewed applications during the Janta Darshan held in Lucknow, personally taking notes of their concerns.

22 Sep 2026 5:14 pm
Smuggling suspected as more rare animals seen in India

Orangutans, rare reptiles and other exotic animals are popping up in India, suggesting the country is becoming a major destination for trafficked wildlife.

18 Sep 2026 12:08 pm
Chants in Praise of River Yamuna Reverberate Across Haripur Kalsi as CM Dhami Unveils Statue of Goddess Yamuna and Inaugurates Hari Ghat

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami visited Haripur Kalsi and dedicated several important initiatives aimed at promoting the spiritual and cultural development of the region. The Chief Minister unveiled the statue of Goddess Yamuna, ...

18 Sep 2026 9:46 am
Yogi Adityanath Directs Officials to Ensure Ayushman Cards for Eligible Needy People

CM Yogi Adityanath heard grievances of around 150 people in Gorakhpur and directed officials to ensure Ayushman cards and treatment assistance for eligible needy people.

17 Sep 2026 9:48 pm
Samsung Galaxy A18 4G Launched With 50MP Camera and 5,000mAh Battery: Price and Features

Samsung Galaxy A18 4G launched with a 6.7-inch Super AMOLED display, 50MP triple camera, 5,000mAh battery and six years of security updates.

17 Sep 2026 4:51 pm
Suzuki e-Access: Pros, Cons and Who Should Buy It

Suzuki e-Access review covering its real-world range, ride comfort, LFP battery, performance, 17-litre boot space, pros, cons and key drawbacks.

17 Sep 2026 4:39 pm
India vows to protect trade and economic interests amid threat of US's Russia-linked tariffs

India defended its right to buy oil from diverse sources after the US passed a new sanctions bill.

17 Sep 2026 2:24 pm
PM Modi's 76th Birthday: Bhupendra Patel Leads Midnight Maha Aarti at Umiya Dham

Vishwa Umiya Dham in Ahmedabad marked PM Modis 76th birthday with 7,600 diyas, a midnight Maha Aarti and a mass singing of Vande Mataram.

17 Sep 2026 12:10 pm
India vs West Indies: Hardik Pandya Misses Out as Naman Dhir, Auqib Nabi Break Into ODI Squad

Punjab all-rounder Naman Dhir and Jammu and Kashmir fast bowler Auqib Nabi have received their first call-ups to Indias ODI squad for the upcoming home series against the West Indies. The selectors have also left out senior all-rounder Hardik Pandya and wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant, with the two missing out for different reasons. India are scheduled to play three ODIs and five T20Is against the West Indies, with the series beginning on September 27 in Thiruvananthapuram. The T20I squad la

17 Sep 2026 11:30 am
40 Paise Wont Kill You: NITI Aayog Vice Chairman Ashok Lahiri Defends UPI Charges

NITI Aayog Vice Chairman Ashok Lahiri backs the new UPI charges, saying businesses cannot rely on subsidies and must contribute to payment costs.

17 Sep 2026 10:14 am
PM Modi Turns 76: President Murmu Hails 25 Years of Public Service, Leaders Extend Wishes

President Droupadi Murmu, Vice President C P Radhakrishnan and several leaders wish PM Narendra Modi on his birthday, praising his public service.

17 Sep 2026 9:32 am
Govt Slashes Windfall Tax on Petrol, Diesel, ATF Exports

The government has reduced windfall tax on petrol, diesel and ATF exports from September 16, cutting duties on all three fuel products.

17 Sep 2026 8:59 am
India could face up to 100% US tariffs over Russian oil

A new bill could give President Trump the power to impose tariffs of up to 100% on countries buying Russian oil and gas, potentially affecting major importer India.

16 Sep 2026 5:23 pm
5 Miraculous Ganesha Temples in India and the Fascinating Legends Behind Them

Discover 5 famous Ganesha temples in India, including Siddhivinayak, Chintaman Ganesh and Ucchi Pillayar, and the legends linked to these sacred shrines.

16 Sep 2026 4:44 pm
From Rs 2,000 Limit to Rs 300 Cap: UPIs New MDR Rules Explained

UPI rules change from October 15. Know the new MDR charges on payments above Rs 2,000, exemptions for small merchants and impact on customers.

16 Sep 2026 4:10 pm
Uttarakhand CM Dhami Celebrates Birthday with Children with Disabilities, Gets Emotional as His Eyes Well Up with Tears

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami celebrated his birthday on Wednesday with children with disabilities at the National Institute for the Empowerment of Persons with Visual Disabilities in Dehradun. He cut a cake with the children and ...

16 Sep 2026 2:21 pm