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ECI sharing differing views reflects pure democracy: BJP

New Delhi: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday, September 23, said that reports about three election commissioners sharing differing vi

Hyderabad to host its first Matcha festival this weekend

Matcha is no longer just a cafe trend. The Japanese green tea has found a growing audience among Hyderabads young crowd, with matcha lattes, dess

Beyond assembly: Why Nothing's CMF is betting on building R&D base in India

Nothing's CMF is combining Indian ownership, manufacturing and R&D with Optiemus as it seeks to move beyond assembly and build deeper product-eng

Came home to spend Ganesh Chaturthi holidays, woman found dead

Hyderabad: An 18-year-old woman, who had come home to spend Ganesh Chaturthi holidays in Telanganas Bhadradri-Kothagudem district, was found dead

Kajol mourns Rani Mukerji's mother Krishna Mukerji, says 'One more star gone'

Rani Mukerji's mother, Krishna Mukerji, passed away on Tuesday, September 22, at the age of 75. Yash Raj Films confirmed the news to India TV and

Dhurandhar fame Ayesha Khan to perform in Hyderabad

Hyderabad: Ayesha Khan is heading to Hyderabad for a live appearance on October 10. The actress, whose appearance in Dhurandhar and the song Shar

EC-SIR row: BJP rejects 'vote theft' allegations, says polls have been conducted smoothly since 2014

BJP national spokesperson Sambit Patra on Wednesday rejected the Opposition's vote theft allegations against the Election Commission and said ele

Fire breaks out in a building in Delhi's Kirti Nagar, several fire tenders rushed to spot

A fire broke out in a building in Delhis Kirti Nagar area on Wednesday. The Delhi Fire Service received a call about the blaze at around 4:30 pm,

Indian Mens Badminton Team Secures Bronze at 2026 Asian Games After Semifinal Loss to China

The Indian mens badminton team clinched a bronze medal at the 2026 Asian Games, following a semifinal defeat to China. Indian Mens Badminton Team

Fake RCs, bank NOCs, and seals used to sell cars; 10 vehicles worth 2 crore seized in Bengaluru

The case came to light after a resident of Umar Nagar filed a complaint at the Wilson Garden police station, alleging that he had been cheated in

If CEC allowed elections to be rigged its treason: Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi

Ms. Vadra said that the issue should not be probed by people who will not conduct a fair investigation

Hindi-speaking regions emerging as MF's new 'growth engine': Vishal Kapoor

Hindi and regional-language content, digital access and rising financial awareness can help mutual funds deepen their reach beyond major cities

Mamata demands CEC Gyanesh Kumar's arrest, fresh Bengal Assembly polls with pre-SIR voter list

She said INDIA bloc partners have spoken about the matter and will meet soon

PSBs to remain open on Sunday ahead of three-day nationwide bank strike

RBI has approved opening of all bank branches, offices, ATM-linked branches and currency chests on September 27 to prevent a potential five-day d

Scan, pay, collect: Kanaka Durga temple installs Andhra Pradeshs first laddu ATM

The pilot laddu ATM machine at the foot of Indrakeeladri takes UPI payments; the Endowments Commissioner warns devotees against fake puja tickets

Why human oversight remains crucial as AI agents become more autonomous

AI agents can browse, shop and make calls for users, but changing websites, unexpected human responses and real-world uncertainty mean human inte

Biennial elections for five MLC Graduate, Teachers seats to be held on October 23

The five seats include Graduate and Teachers constituencies across the Aurangabad, Pune, Nagpur and Amravati divisions

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay conducts surprise inspection at TNDPCL headquarters

Officials of TNDPCL explained to the CM the impact of the spike in electricity demand across the State, the constraints in procuring additional e

Brokers call: IRCTC (Buy)

We value IRCTC at 25x average of FY28E & FY29E EPS and initiating coverage with a Buy recommendation with target price of 560

Odisha: Malkangiri on red alert as cyclone approaches

Odishas Malkangiri district is on red alert as an approaching cyclone is expected to bring heavy rain. Authorities have activated shelters, deplo

Guwahati school students document 1,517 species in biodiversity survey

Month-long exercise aimed at creating permanent, real-time climate resilience database through student citizen-scientists

Government Approves Over 23,000 Promotions in Last 12 Years, Says Dr. Jitendra Singh

In a recent meeting, Dr. Jitendra Singh announced that the government has approved over 23,000 promotions in the last 12 years to enhance employe

Woman freed from father

Prayagraj: The Allahabad High Court on Tuesday, September 22, freed a Ghaziabad woman from her fathers custody and allowed her to live with her M

Hanuman Ansh enters 2026 global Top 3 club after crossing 366.45 crore

The Neem Karoli Baba biopic has surpassed Yash's Toxic, Ram Charan's Peddi and Vijay's Jana Nayagan worldwide after earning 366.45 crore in 47 da

Qcom emerges as festive advertising hotspot as brands ramp up spending

Qcom advertising is estimated to account for Rs 2,200 crore of festive ad expenditure in 2026, up 50%, as platforms increasingly become product d

Telangana rain forecast puts officials on alert

India must cut import dependence, make goods competitively at home: Mishra

PM's Principal Secretary flags risks from fragmented global alliances, vulnerable supply chains and rising trade barriers, while calling for stro

Gyanesh Kumar should be jailed; hold repolls in Maharashtra, WB and TN with ballot papers: Uddhav

Mumbai, Sep 23 (PTI) Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray on Wednesday demanded that Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar be jailed, citin

India Showcases Namo Bharat Regional Rail Network at InnoTrans 2026 in Berlin

Indias Namo Bharat regional rail network is showcased at InnoTrans 2026, highlighting advancements in transportation technology. India Showcases

Awfis launches 100,000 sq ft premium workspace centre in Delhi Aerocity

The Elite by Awfis centre at Prestige Trade Centre offers built-to-suit and ready-to-move-in spaces, targeting GCCs and large enterprise occupier

Indian Saints Welcome Italys Burqa Ban Proposal, Advocate for Similar Law in India

Saints in Haridwar applaud Italys proposal to ban burqas and veils, urging similar legislation in India for womens rights and safety. Indian Sain

Three people killed in as many conflicts with elephants in Assam

The two incidents in Sonitpur district were reported from the Dhekiajuli area, about 130 km northeast of Guwahati; the Karbi Anglong incident occ

Indias shrimp exports up 1% in July, cross 80,000-tonne mark

Exports during the first seven months of CY26 reached 4,55,489 tonnes, reversing the marginal decline in H1, says a InCred Research report

PM Modis Government Operates Like an Innovation Lab, Says Report

PM Modis recent cabinet retreat highlights innovative governance strategies that aim to enhance bureaucratic efficiency and community engagement.

BJD Team to Visit Kapilash to Ascertain Facts of Tourist Harassment Incident

In the wake of a disturbing incident involving the alleged harassment and assault of a young tourist couple, Biju Janata Dal (BJD) President Nave

Sebi plans review of merchant banking rules, IPO cost structure soon

Markets regulator will also review ICDR norms, including price bands and advertising requirements, as it seeks to simplify processes and lower pu

Merchant bankers must maintain 'Lakshman Rekha' with clients: SAT chief

Justice PS Dinesh Kumar says merchant bankers must maintain professional distance, conduct proper due diligence and advise clients within the fra

'UP ke ladke' in for political 'brawl'? SP, Cong spar over who can beat BJP in 2027

Mirabai Chanu wins Asian Games silver, aims LA Olympics

Karnataka forms SIT to probe fraudulent insurance claims as per Supreme Court directions

The SIT has been given jurisdiction across Karnataka, and has been declared a police station under Section 2(1)(u) of the Bharatiya Nagarik Surak

OPCC Calls for Odisha Bandh

The Odisha Pradesh Congress Committee (OPCC) has announced a major political agitation across the state, calling for a statewide bandh and a seve

Roshibina Devi Advances to Finals, Secures Silver Medal for India in Wushu at Asian Games 2026

Nao Rem Roshibina Devi reaches the finals in womens wushu, ensuring at least a silver medal for India at the Asian Games 2026. Roshibina Devi Adv

Delhi-Dehradun Expressway To Get Three New Foot Overbridges In East Delhi With Rs 12.90 Crore Outlay

Verified Packers and Movers Quotes in Minutes: Thepackersmovers.com Launches Festive Season Update

Verified Packers and Movers Quotes in Minutes: Thepackersmovers.com Launches Festive Season Update

An Offer To Audit What The Indian Right Has Built Since 2014

Mamata Banerjee demands repolling in Bengal in staunch attack on CEC Gyanesh Kumar

Former West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee has demanded repolling in Bengal amid the recent row on CEC Gyanesh Kumar.

Asian Games 2026: India's Roshibina Enters Wushu Final; Eyes Gold

Roshibina prevailed 2-0 in the contest at the Aichi Prefectural Martial Arts Hall

Rupee falls 12 paise to close at 95.74 against U.S. dollar

At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at 95.58 against the U.S. dollar, then gained ground and touched an intraday high of 9

Sanjana Sanghi Advocates for Youth Empowerment at the UN, Highlights Need for Resources

Actress Sanjana Sanghi speaks at the UN, emphasizing the need for resources and trust in empowering todays youth. Sanjana Sanghi Advocates for Yo

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Ganesh immersion: Future City wine shops closed from Sept 25-26

Hyderabad: Ahead of the final Ganesh idol immersion, Future City Police Commissioner Dr. Tarun Joshi has directed all liquor outlets, toddy shops

Rome's Colosseum Closes to Tourists After Worker Death

The Colosseum, the largest amphitheatre in the world, was built in the first century and the monument gets up to 20,000 visitors a day

Class 5 student bitten by snake on school premises in Keralams Kozhikode

Teachers took the 10-year-old boy to taluk hospital, where he was given preliminary treatment. He was later shifted to Kozhikode Government Medic

Karnataka Congress MLA Resigns Again Over Drought After Earlier Cabinet Snub

Unhappy over being excluded during the expansion of D K Shivakumar-led Cabinet, Patil had earlier resigned from his legislative post on August 3.

Four teens run over by Rajya Rani Express in Andhra Pradesh

Andhra Pradesh: Four teenagers died on the spot and one was seriously injured after being hit by the Rajya Rani Express in Tekkali town, Andhra P

SC bench divided on CEC appointment law, refers case to CJI

New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Wednesday, September 23, delivered a split verdict on whether a batch of petitions challenging the 2023 law on th

Rahul Gandhi Accuses Election Commission of

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday accused the Election Commission of being involved in what he described as vote chori, calling the alleg

Stock markets rebound amid easing crude oil prices; Sensex up 299 points

Mumbai, Sep 23 (PTI) Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty rebounded on Wednesday amid easing crude oil prices, which remained below USD 100 per bar

Netradyne in talks with MoRTH on driver-monitoring systems for CVs

AI fleet-safety firm is testing its technology with Indian commercial vehicle makers for factory-level integration as it looks to expand beyond t

UK Launches New Military Space Squadron to Protect Satellites

The UK has established a new military space squadron to safeguard its satellites amid rising global military space capabilities. UK Launches New

ADB raised Indias FY27 growth forecast to 7%

The Asian Development Bank has raised its FY27 India growth forecast to 7% from 6.6%, citing strong public investment and resilience in services

Heavy rain lashes Odisha as deep depression approaches coast, 3,500 people evacuated

Odisha government has ordered the closure of educational institutions and Anganwadi centres in 10 districts

'Momnesia' pregnancy forgetfulness linked to brain circuit disruption, study finds

Scientists have now found a possible explanation for mommy brain. High oestrogen increased the activity of hypothalamus neurons, which in turn su

In Chennais Periamet, historic restaurants meet bachelor canteens

From the National Durbar Restaurant to canteens feeding the migrant workforce, Periamet serves memorable meals amid some of Chennais most iconic

Naidu, Sitharaman to lay foundation for 1 lakh crore Rayalaseema Horticulture Hub at Madanapalle on October 2

40,000 crore Central support and 60,000 crore private investment proposed; project to cover six districts

Three schoolgirls missing from Keralams Thrissur found in Alappuzha

CCTV checks reveal girls boarding Ernad Express after leaving school during lunch break; police and railway authorities coordinate rescue

Congress MLA resigns after Indi and Chadchan taluks not included in drought-hit list in Karnataka

Yashavant Rayagoud V. Patil has submitted his resignation for the second time this year

Sensex today | Stock Market Highlights: Nifty closes at 23,446, gains 118 points, Sensex ends at 74,828 on stronger domestic growth momentum

Sensex, Nifty, Stock Price Highlights: Indian equity markets closed higher on Wednesday, with the Nifty 50 gaining 117.80 points, or 0.50%, to cl

Delhi homes to pay higher waste collection charges soon: MCD plans 50% hikes in solid waste management. Check new rates for different colonies

MCD has proposed nearly a 50 percent hike in solid waste management user charges and penalties under its draft SWM Bylaws 2026. The proposed rate

Uttar Pradesh Accelerates Digital Expansion of AYUSH Medical Services

The Uttar Pradesh government is advancing digital AYUSH services with new initiatives to enhance healthcare education across districts. Uttar Pra

Rupee falls 12 paise to close at 95.74 against US dollar

Mumbai, Sep 23 (PTI) The rupee fell 12 paise to close at 95.74 (provisional) against the US dollar on Wednesday, weighed down by the broad streng

Rakesh Bedi approaches Delhi High Court over personality rights, joins list of celebrities seeking protection

Veteran actor Rakesh Bedi has approached the Delhi High Court seeking protection of his personality rights. Bedi has been a part of the Indian fi

Minister in CEC-EC selection panel fails perception test, says Justice Datta in split verdict

Justice Datta said the Minister cannot be expected to defy the Prime Minister; he said the Prime Minister and his Cabinet Minister shared a colle

Delhi L-G orders park safety audit, Pink Police deployment after Astha Kunj gang rape

Delhi Lieutenant Governor Taranjit Singh Sandhu directed that a comprehensive safety audit of all Delhi parks be conducted within a week, with em

Vijayawadas 72-foot eco-friendly Ganesh will be washed away where it sits on September 24

Built on Sitara Grounds in 60 days by about 200 artisans from other States, the clay, jute and coir idol will be dissolved by fire tenders on the

Extra 100 grams of ultra-processed foods daily related with 14% higher risk of heart event: study

Consumption of the energy-dense, high-on-sugar and salt products was also related with a higher chance of metabolic syndrome or diabetes (24%), d

Banning AI Wont Fix Poor Reading Skills in a Post-Literary Society

The Economist's editorial board called it a slow-moving catastrophe, emphasising that while machines are getting brighter ( ) teens are getting d

Can Saudi Arabia beat the Houthis? | Global Faultlines podcast

In this episode, we speak about Saudi Arabias renewed confrontation with the Houthis, the impact of the Iran war on Riyadhs regional strategy, an

JSW Motors delays debut SUV launch to mid-December from Diwali

Jetour T2-based plug-in hybrid likely to be the groups first passenger vehicle as JSW prepares a 15-model new-energy vehicle rollout

'Deliberations sign of pure democracy': BJP reacts to EC 'SIR split' row, targets Congress

BJP MP Sambit Patra defended the Election Commission's internal discussions as a sign of democracy. He accused opposition parties, particularly C

UPI MDR from Oct 15: Should you switch from UPI to debit or credit cards?

Before switching to cards, users should understand which UPI payments attract MDR and who actually bears the cost.

Govts formed amid lapses unconstitutional: Akhilesh attacks EC over internal dissent

Donald Trump took the 'alpha position during his meeting with Andy Burnham, but one moment changed the UK PM's body language

The British Prime Minister sat down with the US president on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly in New York, at a time when rel

Cyclone Arnab LIVE Updates: Heavy rains in Odisha, Andhra Pradesh; deep depression to make landfall tonight

Heavy rain lashed southern and coastal Odisha on Wednesday as a deep depression over the Bay of Bengal moved towards the Andhra Pradesh-Odisha co

Indian Stock Market Closes Higher, Sensex Gains 299 Points Amid Oil Price Stability

The Indian stock market rebounded, with Sensex rising 299 points as oil prices stabilize around $100 per barrel. Indian Stock Market Closes Highe

Banks To Remain Open On Sunday For Customers Amid Proposed Strike

All banks, including Regional Rural Banks, will remain open on Sunday for the convenience of customers in view of a strike called by the United F

Engineer's 'unhappy post' on 'horrible state of engineering right now goes viral

A viral post by an engineer has shed light on growing concerns around the integration of AI in software development. Employees are feeling the st

Asian Games 2026: Indian men's badminton team settles for bronze after 1-3 loss to China

India's men's badminton team faced China in the semifinals of the Asian Games this week. Lakshya Sen and Ayush Shetty struggled against their str

All orders, decisions taken by EC carry full legal sanctions; differing views normal: EC statement

New Delhi, Sep 23 (PTI) The Election Commission on Wednesday asserted that all its official orders, decisions and administrative directions carry

Agentic AI widening cyber risks even as defence tools improve: Trellix MD

Frontier AI models are rapidly improving vulnerability detection but also giving threat actors greater scale, making contextual intelligence and