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Delhi riots 2020: HC refuses bail to Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam in UAPA case

The Delhi High Court has denied bail to Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam amid serious allegations connected to the February 2020 riots. These activists are accused of orchestrating violence during the protests against the Citizenship Amendment Act and the National Register of Citizens. The court referenced a prior Supreme Court ruling concerning their bail pleas, reinforcing the gravity of the charges they face since their arrests in 2020.

30 Sep 2026 12:17 pm
Bengal bypolls likely to decide relationship dynamics between Congress, TMC's Mamata faction

The upcoming October 6 assembly bypolls in West Bengal present a significant test for political alliances. Mamata Banerjee's faction and Congress are exploring electoral cooperation amid their separate contests. In Nandigram, the Congress candidate has gained the support of Banerjee's faction after their candidate withdrew. Rejinagar will show the ability of both parties to hold their political ground independently.

30 Sep 2026 12:12 pm
NCERT Class 9 new SST textbook will have Ram Rajya, Maharana Prataps resistance, Mahabharata, Sengol & Upanishads

NCERT Class 9 new textbook: NCERT has released the revised Class 9 Social Science textbook, Understanding Society: India and Beyond Part 2, introducing students to Indias traditions of governance and public policy. A new chapter, Governance and Public Policy, discusses concepts such as Ram Rajya and Rajdharma, along with the historical significance of the Sengol.

30 Sep 2026 12:12 pm
Cal HC dismisses ISF's plea challenging EC's reassignment of 'envelope' poll symbol to another party

The Calcutta High Court dismissed a petition filed by the Indian Secular Front regarding a poll symbol dispute. The petition challenged the Election Commission's decision to reassign the 'envelope' symbol to the Democratic Trinamool Congress. The ISF argued it contested previous elections using the envelope symbol, but the court ruled against its claim.

30 Sep 2026 12:12 pm
The last Wazwan cooks? Kashmir's wedding feast faces a generational shift

As autumn arrives in Kashmir, traditional chefs prepare the multi-course Wazwan for weddings. Ghulam Nabi Baba, a Wazwan chef, has nearly sixty years of experience cooking. The number of dishes served at weddings reflects a family's wealth, with an average of 200 kilograms of mutton being used. While the culinary tradition continues, younger generations are opting for restaurant work instead of wedding catering.

30 Sep 2026 12:03 pm
Drishyam 3 actor Ajay Devgn lives in Rs 60-crore Juhu bungalow Shivshakti featuring wooden staircase with droplet-like lights, indoor gym, spacious balconies and interiors adorned with family photographs, awards and Bollywood memorabilia

Ajay Devgn house tour: Ajay Devgn and Kajol reside in a luxurious bungalow in Juhu named 'Shivshakti', valued at around Rs 60 crore. The home features elegant interiors that blend traditional and modern design elements, showcasing the couple's style. A striking wooden staircase and a bright lobby greet visitors upon entry into the residence. Different rooms in the house reflect varying moods while maintaining an overall sense of elegance.

30 Sep 2026 11:56 am
Hanuman Chalisa calms baby in 5 seconds, Chinese woman shows video; puts him to sleep in 2 minutes; Heres her 4-month-olds parenting routine

Sarah Jane Ho adopts an innovative parenting style, incorporating the soothing sounds of the Hanuman Chalisa for her son. This calming prayer often lulls him to sleep in no time. She balances this with Brahms' lullaby and exposes him to peanuts early to ward off allergies. Additionally, she embraces 'grounding' by allowing outdoor contact with natural elements, while actively seeking new parenting strategies to enrich her child's daily life.

30 Sep 2026 11:55 am
TCS, Wipro, other IT stocks rebound up to 6%, snapping 8-day losing streak. Why is Jefferies cautious?

IT stocks rebounded on Wednesday, with TCS, Wipro and Coforge snapping an eight-session losing streak. The Nifty IT index rose nearly 3%, aided by a stronger US dollar and higher US bond yields, though brokerages remain cautious ahead of the Q2 earnings season.

30 Sep 2026 11:51 am
Asian Games 2026: Neeru Dhanda, Kynan Chenai clinch gold medal in trap mixed team shooting event

Neeru Dhanda and Kynan Chenai achieved a gold medal in the trap mixed team shooting event. They shot a score of 34 in the finals after qualifying in the fourth position. Neeru earlier made history by winning India's first individual Asian Games gold medal in trap shooting. Alongside her teammates, she secured a silver medal in the women's trap team event.

30 Sep 2026 11:45 am
MBA graduate pays Rs 84,960 for '100% placement guarantee' course but gets no job: Court orders over Rs 1 lakh payout

An MBA graduate who paid Rs 84,960 for an online AI product management course after being promised 100 percent guaranteed placement has secured a refund from a Punjab consumer commission. The Gurdaspur District Consumer Commission directed Eduinx Education Services to refund the course fee, pay Rs 10,000 compensation and Rs 5,000 litigation costs, finding the placement commitment was not fulfilled.

30 Sep 2026 11:43 am
SC agrees to hear on Oct 5 West Bengal's plea challenging interim bail to Nandigram bypoll candidate Milan Pradhan

The West Bengal government's plea against Milan Pradhan's interim bail will be heard by the Supreme Court soon. Pradhan was granted bail for six criminal cases linked to the 2007 Nandigram anti-land acquisition protests. The Calcutta High Court has allowed him to campaign for the upcoming Nandigram bypoll scheduled for October 6.

30 Sep 2026 11:39 am
STL Networks shares jump 5% after emerging as L1 bidder for RailTel contract worth Rs 250 crore

STL Networks shares rose 5% after emerging as the lowest bidder for a Rs 249.8 crore RailTel contract to deploy cloud infrastructure at data centre and disaster recovery sites. The company is also planning a wholly owned subsidiary focused on data centres and connectivity. Its stock has gained sharply in recent months.

30 Sep 2026 11:38 am
Nagoya mayor apologises to Asian Games athletes over accommodation, transport problems

Nagoya's mayor expressed apologies for the problems faced by athletes at the Asian Games. Complaints included shortages of accommodation and delays in transportation services. These issues resulted in some athletes being stranded at the airport upon arrival. Local organizers admitted to mismanagement and poor communication with national teams participating in the Games.

30 Sep 2026 11:35 am
Why is oil at $100 if Trump is winning the battle in Hormuz?

The US appears to have gained the upper hand in the battle over the Strait of Hormuz, with allied crude exports recovering to about 80% of prewar levels while Irans own exports have fallen to zero. But oil prices remain elevated because traders fear Tehran could escalate by attacking ports, pipelines or oilfields, while diesel and other refined products remain in short supply.

30 Sep 2026 11:35 am
France student protests explained: Why hundreds of students and teachers are demonstrating, over 400 detained

France is witnessing nationwide strikes and student protests over the government's proposed 2027 budget, teacher shortages, overcrowded classrooms and school conditions. More than 400 schools were affected, while over 440 people were detained during the unrest.

30 Sep 2026 11:34 am
Maharashtra CEO allows voter document submission via WhatsApp for Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls

Maharashtra Chief Electoral Officer has instructed poll officials to accept voter documents through WhatsApp. The Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls is ongoing, with an extended deadline. Booth Level Officers will conduct household verifications where necessary following the document submissions. The Congress has raised concerns regarding the ECINet software and its impact on electoral registration.

30 Sep 2026 11:33 am
Molbio Diagnostics shares rally 9% as Jefferies initiates 'high conviction top pick' call for recently listed stock. Why is it bullish?

Molbio Diagnostics shares jumped after Jefferies initiated coverage with a Buy rating and named it a high-conviction top pick. The brokerage set a Rs 1,600 target price, implying 27% upside from Tuesdays close and nearly 98% above its Rs 807 IPO price. The stock had listed at a 21% premium at Rs 980.

30 Sep 2026 11:24 am
Fat Dogs Of Delhi: Meet the chubby canines competing for the crown of Delhis fattest dog

In an amusing twist, voters in Delhi are now involved in the 'Fat Dogs of Delhi' contest, a quirky competition to find the city's chubbiest canine. Initially boasting 64 contestants, the event took a surprising turn when the lead dog, Gola, passed away. This unfortunate event somehow led to a riveting finale.

30 Sep 2026 11:23 am
Explained: How the US controls Iraq's oil revenues

US troops are set to leave their last bases in Iraq, but Washington will retain significant economic leverage through Iraqs oil revenues, which remain held at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. The arrangement supports financial stability and dollar access, but has also given the US influence over Baghdad and helped enforce pressure on Iran-linked financial networks.

30 Sep 2026 11:23 am
Who is Veeramachineni Ramakrishna? Famous social media personality known for his VRK diet, booked in fake-doctor fraud case after law student hospitalized following his diet

Hyderabad police have registered a case against Veeramachineni Ramakrishna, also known as VRK, and Dr. Koteshwara Rao. These individuals face allegations for providing unauthorized medical advice regarding diabetes and other conditions. A law student claims he was advised to stop taking insulin, leading to hospitalization with diabetic ketoacidosis. The Healthcare Reforms Doctors Association has secured a court order to restrict VRK's content on social media.

30 Sep 2026 11:16 am
Christa Pike: US Supreme Court rejects last-minute bid to halt execution without any explanation

Christa Pike, the only female inmate on death row in Tennessee, is set to be executed on September 30. The US Supreme Court has dismissed her urgent appeal without providing any reasoning. Convicted in 1995 for the murder of Colleen Slemmer, a fellow participant at Job Corps, Pike's impending execution marks a significant moment, as she would become the first woman executed in Tennessee since 1819.

30 Sep 2026 11:11 am
India and Qatar accelerate talks on Bilateral Investment Treaty and Free Trade Agreement amidst USD 10 billion investment

India and Qatar have agreed to accelerate discussions on a Bilateral Investment Treaty and Free Trade Agreement. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and Qatars Minister of State for Foreign Trade reviewed investment opportunities in key sectors. Both nations aim to implement a USD 10 billion Qatari investment commitment and establish a QIA office in India. Sitharaman also emphasized the need for normal trade flows in the Gulf region.

30 Sep 2026 11:11 am
Tamil Nadu Bypolls: CM Vijay to campaign in AIADMK bastion of western TN

TVK founder and Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay is set to campaign in Dharapuram on Wednesday ahead of the October 6 bypoll, with the western Tamil Nadu seat drawing attention due to its traditional AIADMK support base. Around 3,000 police personnel have been deployed, while entry to the rally will be restricted to 5,000 QR-code pass holders.

30 Sep 2026 10:57 am
Asian Games 2026 medal tally: Check latest standings, India's achievements, top scorers and more

The 20th Asian Games are currently taking place in Aichi-Nagoya from September 19 to October 4, 2026. Athletes from 46 nations are competing in 43 sports for a total of 469 gold medals. Currently, India holds the ninth position on the medal tally with 55 medals, which includes eight gold, 21 silver, and 26 bronze. China leads the medal table with 256 medals, followed by Japan and South Korea.

30 Sep 2026 10:53 am
RBI may raise repo rate by 100 bps through H1 2027: BofA Securities

Bank of America Securities has revised its forecast for the Reserve Bank of Indias interest rate hikes. It now anticipates a total increase of 100 basis points by mid-2027. The first hike is expected during the monetary policy meeting in October. Economic growth remains strong, while inflation risks are increasing, prompting the RBI to adjust its monetary policy.

30 Sep 2026 10:53 am
Priya Ghanghas wins bronze as Indian boxers secure six-medal haul at Asian Games

Priya Ghanghas earned a bronze medal in her debut after losing to Yang Chengyu in the semifinals. Indian boxers have improved their medal tally from the last edition with six medals. Parveen Hooda and Ankush Panghal are already in the finals for their categories. Narender Berwal previously secured a bronze medal in the superheavyweight division. Lovlina Borgohain and Kapil Pokhariya are aiming for gold later today.

30 Sep 2026 10:53 am
Cupid, Sterlite Tech among 10 smallcap stocks set for sharp fund flows after Nifty rejig. See full list

Here are 10 small-cap stocks that could see the sharpest inflows and outflows.

30 Sep 2026 10:53 am
Government working with ADB to create grading, rating framework for warehouses and cold chains: DPIIT Joint Secretary

DPIITs logistics division is also drafting guidelines for multimodal logistics parks (MMLPs).

30 Sep 2026 10:40 am
NIA arrests second accused Thangmang Haokip in explosive device attack case in Manipur

Thangmang Haokip was arrested by the National Investigation Agency for involvement in an explosive device attack. The attack, which occurred in April 2026, resulted in the death of two minor children. Another individual was also injured during the incident, which involved an unexploded improvised RPG found nearby. This case was re-registered by NIA under various legal provisions after the initial investigation.

30 Sep 2026 10:38 am
ChrysCap to acquire minority stake in Linux Labs

Linux Laboratories, based in Chennai, has secured $70 million in funding from ChrysCapital and Tata Capital Healthcare Fund III. This investment comprises primary capital and a secondary purchase, with Tata Capital exiting fully. The company aims to enhance its presence in core specialties and expand into adjacent therapeutic areas. Linux Laboratories expects significant revenue growth in the upcoming years based on future projections.

30 Sep 2026 10:34 am
India vs West Indies 2nd ODI Live Streaming: When and where to watch the IND vs WI match, playing XI, squads, head-to-head record, pitch and weather report

India vs West Indies 2nd ODI: On September 30, India is set to clash with West Indies in the second ODI at Guwahati. The spotlight will be on Shubman Gill as captain, following recent victories. West Indies, having lost the first match, urgently needs a win to stay in contention. Additionally, the West Indies team may undergo changes due to injury issues. The match is scheduled to commence at 2:00 PM IST.

30 Sep 2026 10:24 am
Indian Coast Guard catches Pakistanis in Iranian dhow with 526 kg drugs: How maritime border agency busted a Rs 3,000 crore narcotics haul in Arabian Sea

The Indian Coast Guard and Gujarat ATS seized around 526 kg of heroin and methamphetamine worth over Rs 3,000 crore in the international market after intercepting an Iranian dhow in the Arabian Sea, west of Lakshadweep. The September 25 operation, based on actionable intelligence, also led to the apprehension of five Pakistani nationals. The vessel and contraband were brought to Mumbai.

30 Sep 2026 10:21 am
Odisha Protests: Agitation against textbook errors; roads blocked, protesters demand Education Minister's resignation

Members of Naba Nirman Krushak Sangathan and Nabnirman Yuva Chhatra Sangathan protested in Bhubaneswar, blocking a national highway. They called for a 12-hour statewide Odisha bandh over alleged errors in school textbooks. The protesters claim more than 2,000 errors are present in textbooks for Classes 1 to 8 and that corruption occurred. Despite ongoing protests, government representatives have not engaged with the protesters regarding their demands.

30 Sep 2026 10:19 am
How a loaded gun ended up in a toddler's backpack at Michigan daycare, and the teacher who acted in seconds

A toddler at Children's World Early Learning Center in Canton Township pulled a loaded handgun from a backpack. A teacher acted swiftly to take the gun away and ensured no one was harmed during the incident. One parent was taken into custody, while the daycare has since disenrolled the family involved in the situation.

30 Sep 2026 10:19 am
New LPG Aadhaar rule from October 1: Check Aadhaar authentication process, what to do if biometric verification is incomplete and other FAQs

LPG Aadhar rules: From October 1, Biometric Aadhaar Authentication will be required for domestic LPG consumers to book refills. Consumers can complete their authentication at home using dedicated mobile applications from the oil marketing companies. Those unable or unwilling to authenticate will still receive LPG but at market prices without subsidy. Alternative options for authentication include doorstep completion by delivery personnel or in-person at the distributor's showroom.

30 Sep 2026 10:16 am
Gujarat family travelling to US goes missing, relatives get 1 crore ransom call from Ethiopia

Three individuals from Gujarat went missing in Ethiopia after traveling illegally to the United States. Their families report that the group paid agents 70 lakh each for their journey to the US. After arriving in Ethiopia, the families claim the group was abducted and 1 crore was demanded for their release. A missing persons complaint was lodged after the family lost contact on September 22.

30 Sep 2026 10:16 am
SP names Ramgopal Yadav, Dhanraj Nathwani as candidates for Rajya Sabha, to file nomination on Wednesday

Samajwadi Party has announced nominations for two candidates for the Rajya Sabha from Uttar Pradesh. Minister Om Prakash Rajbhar criticized the selection process and questioned the backgrounds of the candidates. Akhilesh Yadav previously claimed that voter suppression affected his party in recent elections. Polling for these Rajya Sabha seats is scheduled for October 16, just weeks away. The outcomes will have implications on the political landscape in Uttar Pradesh.

30 Sep 2026 10:08 am
Global Market: Japans Nikkei rises as AI stocks track US chip gains

Japans Nikkei rose 1.3% on Wednesday, led by AI and semiconductor stocks, while banking and shipping shares also advanced. SoftBank, Tokyo Electron and Advantest gained, though overall market breadth remained weak.

30 Sep 2026 10:06 am
What is Silicon Valleys whisper network? Private list shared among women names over 100 alleged sexual predators, including prominent investors and businessmen

Women in Silicon Valleys tech space have created a hidden document cataloging alleged sexual predators in Silicon Valley. This private network aims to uncover influential men facing serious allegations, including assault and rape. Many victims grapple with the fear of backlash from these powerful individuals, which stifles reporting. The hacker house culture has faced intense criticism for enabling such unacceptable behavior, while the presence of prominent names complicates the fight for accoun

30 Sep 2026 10:06 am
Iran's medicines soar in price as US blockade, sanctions squeeze pharmaceutical supplies

Medication prices in Iran have surged drastically due to US sanctions and ongoing conflict, creating significant hardships. Families are struggling to find essential medications, impacting their financial stability and well-being. Pharmaceutical imports have become increasingly difficult due to naval blockades and sanctions against airlines. The Iranian government is facing pressure to manage healthcare supplies amid concerns regarding shortages.

30 Sep 2026 10:04 am
Trump jokes, Ive done sh*tty jobs as President at America.gov launch

Trump jokes, Ive done sh*tty jobs as President at America.gov launch

30 Sep 2026 10:01 am