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Biplab, Smriti Appointed BJP In-Charges Of MP, Chhattisgarh Ahead Of 2028 Assembly Polls

Biplab Deb and Smriti Irani have been appointed BJP in-charges for Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh as the party prepares for the 2028 Assembly po

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Indian Player Jay Meena Wins Historic Bronze in Soft Tennis at Asian Games

Jay Meenas bronze medal at the Asian Games marks a historic achievement for Indian soft tennis, according to his coach Sudesh Sangte. Indian Play

SVIMS Performs GPI DBS Procedure On Youth Using Asleep DBS Technique

The patient is Bokka Naga Satish of Perupalem village in West Godavari district with movement disorder: Reports

Russia-Iran Sanctions Bill: Jaishankar Voices Indias Concerns in Rubio Talks

US President Donald Trump signed into law the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 last week, which authorises him to impose

Zelenskyy says Ukraine ready for maritime truce and puts onus on Russia to respond

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio told reporters after meeting Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov that both Russia and Ukraine had expresse

After damning reports on CEC, Tejashwi Yadav seeks re-election in Bihar and West Bengal

He also alleged that Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah are misusing constitutional institutions and treating them li

Roger Federer invested $50 million in Swiss shoe company On; 4 years later, the brand went public at an $11.3 billion valuation

Roger Federers relationship with Swiss sportswear company On developed into more than a traditional endorsement after he became an investor and h

D.K. Aruna and Kasam Venkateshwarlu get plum positions as Sah Prabharis

Kishtwar Minor Rape-Murder Case: Main Accused School Headmaster Dismissed from Service

The Jammu and Kashmir Government has dismissed Khalid Hussain, a Grade-II government school teacher accused in the alleged rape and death of a mi

Political Shift in Meghalaya: UDP Legislators Join BJP After Extensive Discussions

In Meghalaya, eight UDP legislators, including Minister Lakhmen Rymbui, join BJP after discussions on key state issues. Political Shift in Meghal

No Rybakina, no party! Spain knocks out Kazakhstan to qualify for first Billie Jean King Cup semis since 2008

Spain reached the Billie Jean King Cup semi-finals for the first time since 2008 after edging Kazakhstan 2-1 in a dramatic quarter-final in Shenz

4,249 Objectionable Books Removed from J&K Libraries, Mirwaiz Questions Government Move

APHC chairman Mirwaiz Umar Farooq has questioned the Jammu and Kashmir Government's removal of 4,249 books from college and higher educational in

Windstorm Creates Panic In People In Bhadradri-Kothagudem

The district administration has declared holidays for schools on Wednesday and Thursday: Reports

Hindustan Zinc Wins 50 Gold Awards at CCQC 2026

Udaipur, September 23, 2026 (Daily Kiran): Hindustan Zinc, one of the worlds largest integrated zinc producers and among the worlds top silver pr

Iranian advisers helped Houthis seize Yemen's Red Sea coast in less than 48 hours: report

The key port city of Mokha was abandoned as residents left in the night, allowing the Houthis to roll in unopposed on September 10. Their seizure

We Have Been Victims of Terrorism: Iran President Delivers Wartime UN Address

In a defiant speech, President Masoud Pezeshkian held up large photos of the late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and the more than 150 school Irania

Bihar Government Approves Salary Hike for Commission and Board Heads

The Bihar Cabinet has approved significant salary and allowance increases for heads of various commissions and boards, aligning them with ministe

Cheetah CCB 2 Explores Gandhi Sagar, Hunts First Prey, Eyes Mate Prabhas

The Botswana cheetah, named Radha by Madhya Pradesh chief minister Mohan Yadav, was relocated to the GSWS spanning Mandsaur and Neemuch districts

LCP Seeks Cancellation Of Second Round Of MBBS Admissions

Its founder alleges reservation-category candidates are being denied opportunities of seats under open category based on their merit: Reports

Long-Term Plans, Rahul Gandhi and Son's Wedding: Mohan Yadav At NDTV Conclave

At NDTV Conclave Bhopal, Mohan Yadav said it is Prime Minister Narendra Modi's primary concern that governments should not operate solely accordi

Deepavali discount sale begins at Cooptex showrooms in Dindigul, Theni

Hindustan Zinc Demonstrates Quality Leadership with 50 Gold Awards at CCQC 2026

59 projects from Hindustan Zincs mines and smelters were presented at CCQC 2026. Hindustan Zinc secured 50 Gold Awards and 9 Silver Awards across

Man severs neighbours arm near Anamalai in Coimbatore district

Watch: ECI dissent over SIR: What two Election Commissioners objections reveal | Above The Fold | Sept 23, 2026

ECI dissent sparks opposition uproar, Trump meets Xi in Washington, and Jaishankar pushes Indias UNSC bid. More about all this in todays above th

Beijing Cultural Forum 2026 Kicks Off with Global Participation

The Beijing Cultural Forum 2026 opened, highlighting cultural heritage and international cooperation with over 600 participants from 44 countries

Cross-country motorcycle expedition brings national mental health campaign to Madurai

Beijing Cultural Forum 2026 Launched

The Beijing Cultural Forum 2026 has commenced, focusing on cultural heritage and international cooperation. Beijing Cultural Forum 2026 Launched

Mizoram: Six people arrested, two minors detained in connection with killing of Assam Regiment jawan

A police official said the victim, Zakaria Lalhriattluanga, who was serving in the Assam Regiment of the Army and was posted in Jammu and Kashmir

About 170,000 pounds of raw pork, beef and goat meat recalled in US: Reason, affected batches and what to do if you have any

The USDA has announced to recall nearly 167,639 pounds of raw meat products due to serious safety concerns. These products were made without appr

'Can't let men compete in women's sports': Sen Grassley opens explosive Senate hearing

'Can't let men compete in women's sports': Sen Grassley opens explosive Senate hearing

India's proposal under consideration for safe Black Sea shipping, Zelenskyy says

India, Egypt, and Turkey are exploring maritime truce options for safe navigation in the Black Sea. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy indic

Rahul Condemns Alleged Attack On YSRC Cadre

YSRC leader Rahul Chakravarthy Reddy alleged political attacks on party cadres and questioned the government over the DSC recruitment process.

Indian national killed in attack on MV Cape Dao, says Embassy in Oman

It is not yet clear who attacked the vessel while it was transiting towards India

Assam CM inaugurates Baba Baidyanath Medical Trust Hospital in Deoghar, Jharkhand

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma inaugurated the Baba Baidyanath Medical Trust Hospital in Deoghar today. The 750-bed hospital aims to pr

International system is broken, unable to address conflicts like India and Pakistan: Marco Rubio

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said a functional international system could help address conflicts such as potential tensions between India an

Anand Dubey Advocates for Action Against Illegal Constructions in Mumbai

Anand Dubey discusses various issues including illegal constructions and IIT Bombay suicide case, urging clarity from the Election Commission. An

Forest team seizes two spotted deer skins, 77 kg sandalwood pieces

Harvey Weinstein Gets 15 Years in Prison for 2006 Sex Assault

In 2020, Weinstein was sentenced to 23 years for assaulting Miriam Haley but his conviction was overturned on appeal in 2024

Interconnected markets need unified vigilance: SEBI

Financial stability, cyber resilience and operational resilience cannot always be viewed through individual institutional or regulatory silos.

Communication between CEC, ECs shows functioning democracy: BJP

The party rejects Oppositions charge against SIR process, says Supreme Court had upheld its legal validity multiple times

219 vulnerable locations identified ahead of Northeast monsoon, says GCC Commissioner

Lokesh Visits 72-Foot Doondi Ganesh Idol

Minister Nara Lokesh visited the 72-foot eco-friendly clay Ganesh idol at Bhavanipuram in Vijayawada and offered special prayers during Navaratri

Pores in masks larger than coronavirus itself: Johnson exposes Faucis useless COVID mandates

Pores in masks larger than coronavirus itself: Johnson exposes Faucis useless COVID mandates

Kalyan court acquits Eknath Shinde, Uddhav Thackeray in 2009 defamation case

A Kalyan court has acquitted Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde and Uddhav Thackeray in a defamation case. This case arose from alle

India and Sharjah Discuss Strengthening Trade and Investment Cooperation

Indian Consul General discusses enhancing trade and investment ties with Sharjah officials in Dubai, focusing on bilateral cooperation. India and

Schools to remain closed today in Bhadradri Kothagudem district amid rain alert

Vivek Oberois adopted daughter Sahara Shah beats cancer, set for film debut; proud father says, 'I saw the fight in her, the way she held my finger'

Vivek Oberoi's adopted daughter Sahara Shah, who battled cancer as a child and is now cancer-free, has announced her acting debut in a Nepali fil

Elderly Couple Dies Of Electrocution In Devarakonda

A case was registered and an inquiry was taken up: Reports

Omar Abdullah Flags 'Opaque' Delimitation Amid Poll Body Controversy: 'Designed To Benefit A Party'

Abdullah said that before the controversial Special Intensive Revision (SIR) became an issue in the country, Jammu and Kashmir was subjected to a

President Murmu Advocates for Spiritual Awakening Alongside Economic Progress for Developed India by 2047

President Murmu emphasizes the need for spiritual growth in Indias youth for a developed nation by 2047 during a Brahma Kumaris event. President

FSSAI cracks down on Amazon, Swiggy, BigBasket, Zepto, Flipkart

New Delhi: Food regulator FSSAI on Wednesday, September 23, said it has initiated penal action against e-commerce platforms Amazon, Swiggy Instam

Disgraced Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein sentenced to 15 years for sexual assault

FSSAI proposes single-phase rollout of front-of-pack nutrition labelling

FSSAI has proposed a 365-day voluntary compliance window for front-of-pack nutrition labels, with red warnings for products exceeding prescribed

Bengaluru: Passenger jumps onto tracks at Rajajinagar Metro station, rescued

According to Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) officials, the man was noticed on the tracks by platform security guards, who alert

Waaree Energies board approves Indosolar merger; public shareholders to get 1 share for every 11

The company also expects the merger to reduce administrative responsibilities, duplicate records, legal and regulatory compliance and other dupli

AI doom fears overstated, global pause unrealistic: Zoho's Sridhar Vembu

Predictions that artificial intelligence could lead to catastrophic outcomes are overstated, and a global pause in AI development is unlikely, Zo

Sri Lanka Easter bombings: 15 convicts sentenced to over 200 years in jail

A Sri Lankan court has convicted 15 people over their involvement in the 2019 Easter Sunday bombings, sentencing them to more than 200 years in p

Over one million sq. ft. of Grade-A office space under construction in Mangaluru cluster of KDEM, says its CEO

Anupamacueing up for glory in Commonwealth championship

Jamui molestation case accused Hareram Yadav slapped outside courtroom | VIDEO

The public anger over a molestation of a minor girl in Bihar's Jamui has spilled into court premises as a lawyer slapped the accused Hareram in c

Rural Tourism Conference Kicks Off in Southern China

The Rural Tourism Conference in Huzhou aims to promote rural revitalization and enhance tourism experiences in southern China. Rural Tourism Conf

No unfit drinking water samples, says SWR after quality checks

SWR tested samples for residual chlorine, bacteriological parameters and chemical parameters to ensure that water supplied to passengers and rail

Mizoram opens 2026 festival season with first Pluck & Pay Festival, putting communities at heart of tourism economy

The three-day programme brings together traditional Mizo music and dance, local cuisine, handicrafts, cultural performances, Mizo recreational ga

In 2023, Matthew Perry bought his final LA home for $4.99 million; after it was listed for $5.195 million following his death, it eventually sold for $4.1 million

Matthew Perrys final Los Angeles home has sold for $4.1 million after first hitting the market for $5.195 million. The Hollywood Hills property w

US-backed Board of Peace unveils $2.5bn Gaza recovery plan

US President Donald Trump's Board of Peace announced a $2.45 billion Gaza recovery plan on Wednesday at a meeting of its members and stakeholders

Nara Lokesh calls for mission-mode mental health support for A.P. students

Education Minister directs officials to expand mental health awareness, yoga training and institutional support; sets 90% results target for Clas

Kamareddy SP Inspects Ganesh Immersion Arrangements

Kamareddy SP M. Rajesh Chandra reviewed security, traffic and safety arrangements for Ganesh idol immersion at mandaps and Tekriyal tank.

MP traders protest UPI MDR with No UPI Day, urge customers to pay cash

Traders across Madhya Pradesh organized a 'No UPI Day' protest against the imposition of a 0.4% fee. The protest involved covering QR codes with

PM Cona Ind files draft IPO papers to raise 120 cr via fresh equity

Electrical products maker PM Cona Industries Ltd has filed preliminary papers with markets regulator Sebi to raise funds through an initial publi

BJP Appoints 21 Women Leaders to New State In-Charge Team, Achieving 33% Representation

The BJP has appointed 21 women leaders to its new state in-charge team, marking a significant step towards enhancing female representation in pol

Railway Board sanction clears key hurdle for Bengaluru Metro Pink Line elevated section

The Pink Line, also known as the Kalena AgraharaNagawara corridor, spans 21.3 km, comprising around 7.5 km of elevated track and 13.8 km undergro

Keralam government forms SIT to probe graft charges against Pinarayi and others in CMRL-Exalogic payoff case

The probe will be supervised by Additional Director General of Police, Crime Branch, H. Venkatesh, with Superintendent of Police P. Vikraman lead

Stalls leave little room for walkers at Elliots beach

Opposition demands CEC Gyanesh Kumars removal after internal differences over SIR

The Election Commission is facing a political row after a report claimed two Election Commissioners repeatedly raised objections over key decisio

Kerala HC grants bail to teacher accused in Vadakara MDMA case

K. Kavya, the third accused in the case, was one of the three special educators arrested for allegedly functioning as financial intermediaries fo

Sunil Bansal retains BJP Telangana charge, gets two co-incharges

Hyderabad: Announcing some organisational changes on Wednesday, September 23, the BJP has retained Sunil Bansal as in-charge of party affairs in

Harvey Weinstein sentenced to 15 years in prison in New York sex assault case

Harvey Weinstein has been sentenced to 15 years in prison following his retrial for sexual assault. The original conviction was overturned by New

India extends anti-dumping duty on imported Chinese decor paper till March

India has extended anti-dumping duty on decor papers imported from China till March 2027 to protect domestic manufacturers from cheap inbound shi

Kummanam raises concerns over Sabarimala pilgrim season preparations

Tirumala Brahmotsavams Conclude With Chakrabhishekam

Tirumala's annual Srivari Brahmotsavams concluded with Chakra Snanam at Srivari Pushkarini, as devotees took a holy dip in the sacred temple tank

Marvell to double India R&D capabilities as AI shifts towards custom silicon, networking

The companys India expansion comes as the company sees a significant opportunity in AI infrastructure

Greenr targets another $30 million for Indian climate startups

The $30-million target will measure Greenrs ability to unlock capital. The harder test is whether Indias climate ventures can turn pilots into re

Jeff Bezos lookalike ada Halclar arrives by helicopter with 3 armed Austrian cops at Amazon event; the scandal has now reached Austria's Parliament

An extravagant event in Austria saw a Jeff Bezos impersonator arriving by helicopter, celebrating Haidlmair's significant new contract with Amazo

BRICS New Development Bank Releases China Country Portfolio Evaluation Report

The BRICS New Development Banks report highlights successful collaboration with China in financing key projects since 2015. BRICS New Development

Vijayawada receives first prolonged spell of rain this year

Tiruvuru records 97.2 mm rainfall; NTR district under yellow alert as isolated moderate to heavy rain is likely on Thursday

Another Trump-Putin meeting soon? US invites Russian Prez to G20 summit in Dec

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has confirmed that President Vladimir Putin has been invited to the upcoming G20 summit in December. Rubio emph

Xi to visit Washington without Chinese CEO delegation: Report

China's President Xi Jinping is set to visit Washington, but without the expected delegation of business leaders. The absence is attributed to th

Air Quality Digital Display Inaugurated at Regional Science Centre Bhubaneswar

An Air Quality Digital Display showing AQI, PM2.5, PM10 and weather data was inaugurated at Regional Science Centre, Bhubaneswar, during OSPCB Fo

TTD facilitates darshan for 5.76 lakh devotees, nets 28.94 crore hundi income during Brahmotsavams

Chairman B.R. Naidu attributes the smooth conduct of the nine-day festivities to coordinated efforts of all departments concerned, says 33 lakh l