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Sensex Near 74,000 and Nifty Above 23,300 Key to Recovery Momentum

Sensex and Nifty recovered after recent falls, but sustaining above key levels is vital to strengthen the market recovery.

27 Sep 2026 6:24 pm
Raghav Chadha hails new prepaid recharge rules: Users can now make 12 recharges a year

The move is expected to particularly benefit senior citizens and other users who primarily use their mobile phones for making calls and have little or no requirement for internet data. Such consumers could opt for basic voice and SMS plans instead of paying for bundled data services.

27 Sep 2026 6:24 pm
Centre to launch Livestock Insurance Portal to support farmers

The Centre will launch the Livestock Insurance Portal to streamline insurance services and enhance risk protection for livestock farmers.

27 Sep 2026 6:24 pm
Nestle India addresses claims of worms found in Maggi noodles packet

Nestle India responded to a Mumbai customer's claim of finding worms in a Maggi packet, assuring strict quality controls are in place.

27 Sep 2026 6:23 pm
ACs, TVs & refrigerators to get costlier from October 1: Prices set to rise as raw material costs soar

ACs, TVs, washing machines, refrigerators and other consumer appliances are set to become costlier from October 1, with manufacturers planning price increases amid rising copper, aluminium, steel, crude-linked and freight costs. The hike could be around 5-8% for several categories and marks the industry's third price increase of 2026

27 Sep 2026 6:22 pm
J&K Promotes High-Density Apple Cultivation in Kashmir, 1,104 Hectares Covered

The J&K Horticulture Department has established 1,103.79 hectares under high-density apple plantations across Kashmir, benefiting around 4,428 farmers, with Gala and Red Delicious strains accounting for nearly 90 per cent of the area.

27 Sep 2026 6:22 pm
CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke announces nationwide protest from October 2, demands CEC Gyanesh Kumar's resignation

The announcement comes amid scrutiny of the Election Commission, while a separate July 29 letter by two Election Commissioners to the Cabinet Secretary has been clarified as concerning a senior Deputy Election Commissioner, not Kuma

27 Sep 2026 6:21 pm
Sonam Wangchuk Demands Release of Judicial Inquiry Report into Leh Violence

On the first anniversary of the September 24, 2025 violence in Leh, climate activist and LAB leader Sonam Wangchuk demanded that the findings of the judicial inquiry headed by former Supreme Court judge Justice B. S. Chauhan be made public. He also questioned the police firing, sought dignified compensation for victims' families and raised concerns over his nearly six-month detention under the NSA.

27 Sep 2026 6:21 pm
'You are talking too much': Ranbir Kapoor gets angry at paps; shields Alia Bhatt, kisses Vicky Kaushal

Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, Vicky Kaushal and Sanjay Leela Bhansali were spotted together ahead of Love & War. During their photo session, a paparazzo repeatedly called out to Ranbir, to which Ranbir said, Bahot bol raha hai tu ha. (You Are Talking Too Much).

27 Sep 2026 6:20 pm
Land victory only tangible factor in war, says Army chief General Dhiraj Seth

Indian Army chief General Dhiraj Seth said land victory remains the only tangible measure of success in war, despite rapid advances in defence technology and information warfare. He said modern conflicts are becoming increasingly indefinite, with periods of intense fighting followed by pauses.

27 Sep 2026 6:18 pm
The Gyanesh Kumar Controversy: Accountability or Managed Correction?

The central question is not whether Gyanesh Kumar should be held accountable. If the allegations against him are established, he must face due process. The more important question is whether the campaign against him is intended to restore the independence and credibility of the Election Commission.

27 Sep 2026 4:12 pm
Bharat Maritime Insurance Pool aids shipping with war-risk coverage amid tensions

Since May 2026, the Bharat Maritime Insurance Pool has provided crucial war-risk insurance to Indian shipping amid rising global conflicts.

27 Sep 2026 4:10 pm
DRDO partners with startup to develop 20 mK-class dilution refrigerator

DRDO signed a Rs 500-crore project with Zero mK India to build indigenous 20 mK dilution fridge for quantum computing.

27 Sep 2026 4:09 pm
'Specs in Treta Yug?': Anjali Arora's Mahakavya Shri Ramayan Katha poster sparks troll fest

Anjali Arora's Mahakavya Shri Ramayan Katha has sparked fresh social media reactions after a poster showed a vanar character wearing spectacles, with netizens joking about the modern eyewear in the Treta Yuga setting. The film had already faced backlash over Anjali's casting as Mata Sita

27 Sep 2026 4:07 pm
J&K Recruitment Agencies Collect Rs 82.45 Crore in Fees as Thousands Await Government Jobs

JKSSB and JKPSC collected Rs 82.45 crore in application and examination fees over the past 23 months, while only 4,702 of the 12,241 government posts advertised since October 2024 have been filled.

27 Sep 2026 4:06 pm
Premanand Maharaj's disciple dies after falling from Vrindavan ashram, suicide suspected

A disciple of spiritual leader Premanand Maharaj, identified as Deepak Lodhi alias Rasik Dulari Sharan, died after falling from the fourth floor of an ashram in Vrindavan. Police suspect suicide and are investigating the circumstances surrounding the death.

27 Sep 2026 1:56 pm
'Himanta Biswa Sarma Is Scared': Ashutosh Ranka & CJP Members Detained In Assam Ahead Of Volunteers' Meet

CJP's Ashutosh Ranka was detained with several activists in Guwahati ahead of the group's regional volunteers' meeting. While being taken away, Ranka alleged Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma was scared of CJP exposing school conditions and raised concerns over land, forests and water in Kaziranga.

27 Sep 2026 1:55 pm
Engineering Trust in Digital Democracy: The Architecture Behind Electoral Integrity

India's electoral technology must move beyond digitisation towards a transparent, secure and auditable information architecture.

27 Sep 2026 1:55 pm
Alia Bhatt walks hand-in-hand with Vicky Kaushal at Mijwan show; fans ask, 'Is Katrina Kaif fine?'

On Saturday, September 26, 2026, Alia Bhatt, who looked spectacular in an ivory lace saree with scalloped edges and sequin work all over, walked alongside Vicky Kaushal. The star-studded night saw the presence of Bollywood stars, including Shabana Azmi, Boney Kapoor, Madhuri Dixit, Shalini Passi, Sonali Bendre, Khushi Kapoor and others.

27 Sep 2026 1:17 pm
LPU Phagwara Protest: Video Shows Students Vandalise Campus, Set Property On Fire Over Viral Rape Rumour; Police Deny Claim

Students at Lovely Professional University in Phagwara, Punjab, protested and vandalised campus property after unverified WhatsApp claims alleged a female student was raped. Police said no rape complaint or evidence has emerged so far. A woman's suicide near the campus days earlier was also reported

27 Sep 2026 1:16 pm
Bank strike: SBI, PNB, BoB among banks open today before 3-day nationwide strike

Several public sector banks and 28 regional rural banks are open today, September 27, giving customers a chance to complete branch banking work before the proposed three-day nationwide bank strike from September 28 to 30. The special Sunday opening does not automatically apply to private sector banks.

27 Sep 2026 1:16 pm
China takes veiled swipe at US at UNGA, calls for respect for Gulf nations' sovereignty and end to Cuba blockade

China has called for respect for the sovereignty and security of Gulf countries while urging an end to threats, sanctions and the blockade against Cuba. The remarks by Vice President Han Zheng at the UNGA came shortly after the Trump-Xi meeting in Washington, highlighting continuing differences between Beijing and Washington.

27 Sep 2026 11:47 am
Kunal Ghosh's car attacked with eggs, stones in Bengal's Hooghly; rear windshield smashed

TMC MLA Kunal Ghosh's car was allegedly attacked with eggs and stones by a group in West Bengal's Hooghly while he was travelling to Mamata Banerjee's rally. The vehicle's rear windshield was damaged, forcing Ghosh to return to Kolkata. Ghosh and TMC leaders blamed BJP workers, while police are investigating the incident.

27 Sep 2026 10:56 am
Karnataka Congress protests, seeks CEC Gyanesh Kumar's resignation; Delhi SIR deadline extended

ECI also eased hearing rules by allowing online participation in certain cases. Meanwhile, Karnataka Congress leaders and workers protested in Bengaluru, demanding CEC Gyanesh Kumar's resignation and alleging irregularities in electoral rolls. The allegations made by Congress were not independently verified.

27 Sep 2026 10:54 am
Srinagar Police Attaches, Freezes Four Properties Worth 7.11 Crore in Drug, Terror Cases

Srinagar Police has attached or frozen four immovable properties collectively valued at approximately 7.11 crore in separate cases related to drug trafficking and terror activities. The action was taken under provisions of the NDPS Act and UA(P) Act, targeting properties allegedly linked to proceeds of illicit activities and financial networks supporting narcotics and terror-related operations.

27 Sep 2026 10:53 am
Virat Kohli Confirms 2027 World Cup Will Be His Last for India: 'My Motivation Is to Win'

Virat Kohli has confirmed that the 2027 ODI World Cup will be his last World Cup for India, saying winning the tournament is his motivation. The former India captain, who has already retired from Tests and T20Is, will now focus on ODI cricket ahead of the tournament.

27 Sep 2026 10:52 am
Sonam Wangchuk Defends Tibet-Ladakh Comparison, Apologises to Tibetan Friends

Climate activist and Leh Apex Body leader Sonam Wangchuk defended his comparison between the situation in Ladakh and China's treatment of Tibetans, saying he was referring only to the Leh violence of September 24 and not to the decades-long suffering of Tibetans. He also apologised to Tibetan friends who were hurt by his remarks. The Central Tibetan Administration criticised the comparison as misplaced and inaccurate.

26 Sep 2026 11:23 pm
India's forex reserves fall $14.9 billion to $765.9 billion, sharpest weekly drop since November 2024

India's foreign exchange reserves fell $14.9 billion to $765.9 billion in the week ended September 18, marking their sharpest weekly decline since November 2024. The drop was driven mainly by lower foreign currency assets, including a $10.9 billion dollar sale by the RBI and revaluation losses

26 Sep 2026 8:48 pm
UPI MDR row: 'Nothing to do with govt,' Sitharaman clarifies charges on transactions above Rs 2,000

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said India can achieve more than 10 per cent economic growth by embracing technology and innovation across sectors, while stressing greater efforts from all stakeholders to realise the Viksit Bharat 2047 vision

26 Sep 2026 8:46 pm
Ranbir Kapoor lifts Shiv Dhanush, tells MrBeast to chant 'Jai Shri Ram', explains Ramayana to him

MrBeast attended a Mumbai event for Ramayana with Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi, Ravie Dubey, Namit Malhotra and Nitesh Tiwari. Ranbir prompted MrBeast to say Jai Shri Ram and later explained Lord Ram's story and his sacrifice for his father's promise and duties.

26 Sep 2026 8:40 pm
'Work-Life Balance Important': 3-Day Bank Strike From Monday, Could Your Salary Be Delayed?

Bank employees across India will begin a three-day strike from September 28 to demand a five-day workweek and better work-life balance. The UFBU has also warned of an indefinite strike from October 26 if their demands remain unresolved.

26 Sep 2026 8:39 pm
IND vs WI 1st ODI: Virat Kohli and Shubman Gill face off? Video of heated moment during practice goes viral

A video of Virat Kohli and Shubman Gill going face-to-face during India's practice session ahead of the first ODI against West Indies has gone viral. The animated exchange sparked speculation among fans about a possible argument.

26 Sep 2026 5:36 pm
Juhu beach clean-up: Ajay Devgn joins Amruta Fadnavis, daughter Divija after Ganesh Visarjan

Ajay Devgn joined Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis' wife Amruta Fadnavis and daughter Divija Fadnavis for the annual 'Sea Shore Shine 2026' clean-up drive at Mumbai's Juhu Beach, a day after Ganesh Visarjan. Organised by the Divyaj Foundation with the BMC and Mumbai Police.

26 Sep 2026 3:40 pm
Donald Trump shares Shehbaz Sharif's UN speech thanking him for 'halting' Operation Sindoor

In the 87-second clip shared by Mr. Trump on Truth Social on Friday (September 25, 2026), Mr. Sharif refers to Operation Sindoor launched by India last May to avenge the Pahalgam terror attack as external aggression and credits Pakistan's Army Chief Asim Munir for his courageous leadership.

26 Sep 2026 3:39 pm
Shehbaz Sharif at UNGA: 'Act of war' warning over Indus waters, calls Kashmir Pakistan's 'jugular vein'

Sharif on Friday used the UN General Assembly podium to credit US President Donald Trump for his imely intervention in the 2025 conflict with India, as he again raked up the Kashmir issue

26 Sep 2026 3:19 pm
US moves to restrict Chinese robots to safeguard national security and boost AI

The US is restricting Chinese-made advanced robots to prevent espionage risks and develop its own AI infrastructure.

26 Sep 2026 3:04 pm
RBI Bulletin says high credit-deposit ratio alone does not show bank funding risk

The RBI Bulletin stated that a high credit-deposit ratio may not indicate vulnerability in the banking system amid strong credit growth.

26 Sep 2026 11:32 am
Traders body CAIT distances itself from protest call on MDR

CAIT has distanced itself from the proposed No UPI Day on October 2, clarifying that it neither issued nor supported any such protest call. The traders' body said reports linking it to the initiative were factually incorrect and urged traders and consumers to rely on official communications.

26 Sep 2026 11:30 am
Nifty, Sensex fall for 7th straight week amid rising crude prices, bond yields

Indian equity benchmarks declined for the seventh consecutive week due to high crude prices and rising US bond yields.

26 Sep 2026 11:30 am
Nationwide bank strike: SBI waives ATM transaction charges from September 28-30

SBI announced that ATM transactions will be free from September 28 to 30 during the proposed nationwide bank strike. The bank said digital services including UPI, IMPS, RTGS and NEFT will continue normally.

26 Sep 2026 11:30 am
Trump rejects Iran's 7-day ceasefire plan; US strikes could resume after November midterms

US President Donald Trump has reportedly rejected Iran's seven-day ceasefire proposal, with the Wall Street Journal saying he expects US bombing of Iran to resume after November's midterm elections. Tehran's plan sought to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and restart nuclear talks.

26 Sep 2026 11:29 am
Jaishankar hits back at Pakistani reporter over terrorism question at UNGA

Jaishankar rejected the allegation and said, A terrorist country is asking me that question, while India's UN representative also told the journalist that he had received a clear response.

26 Sep 2026 11:24 am
Gold, silver rates today, September 25: Gold prices remain below recent highs as Pitru Paksha begins

Gold prices in India remained elevated on Friday, September 25, although the precious metal has seen a correction from its recent highs. On the day, 24-karat gold was around 1,51,580 per 10 grams, while 22-karat gold stood at around 1,38,948 per 10 grams. Silver was quoted at approximately 2,34,040 per kg

25 Sep 2026 10:32 pm
Trump-Xi state dinner menu: Here's what was served as Zuckerberg, Sam Altman, Elon Musk attend

The guest list included OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, Apple executive chairman Tim Cook, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg, Tesla CEO Elon Musk, Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai. The gathering came as Washington and Beijing continue to navigate issues involving trade, technology, semiconductors and artificial intelligence.

25 Sep 2026 10:31 pm
GST Council meeting on October 7: Process reforms, ITC and invoice rules likely to take centre stage

GST Council's October 7 meeting is expected to focus on process reforms rather than major GST rate changes. Key areas likely to be discussed include GST registration, e-invoicing, invoice matching, input tax credit (ITC), refunds and reducing compliance issues for businesses.

25 Sep 2026 10:28 pm
Delhi Police detain protesters at Jantar Mantar demanding CEC Gyanesh Kumar's resignation

Police erected barricades to stop protesters during marches towards the Election Commission office and detained them before taking them away in buses. Members of the Students' Federation of India (SFI), Indian Youth Congress and other groups were among those detained.

25 Sep 2026 10:27 pm
Karnataka says cannot release 4,000 cusecs Cauvery water to Tamil Nadu amid drought

Karnataka has sought a reduction to 3,000 cusecs, citing drinking water needs, crop requirements and low reservoir storage, and plans to seek legal advice on the CWRC directive.

25 Sep 2026 10:26 pm
Kamaljeet-Suruchi win gold, Baranica claims historic bronze; India's medal tally rises to 23

The duo credited coach Samaresh Jung for helping them move past the disappointment and focus on the next opportunity. Kamaljeet also dedicated the medal to his family, while Suruchi credited her parents for their support

25 Sep 2026 10:26 pm
J&K Assembly Erupts in Uproar Over Omar's Statehood Resolution; BJP Opposes 2000 Autonomy Reference

The J&K Legislative Assembly witnessed a major uproar after Chief Minister Omar Abdullah moved a resolution seeking immediate restoration of full statehood, with the BJP strongly opposing the reference to the 2000 autonomy resolution. BJP MLAs stormed the Well, tore copies of the resolution and raised slogans, prompting Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather to adjourn the House until Monday.

25 Sep 2026 10:25 pm
Bank FD rules to change from October 1: Will your fixed deposit interest rate be affected?

RBI's new FD rules take effect October 1, bringing greater transparency and flexibility in bulk deposits of Rs 3 crore or more, while retail FDs may see no direct impact.

25 Sep 2026 8:30 pm