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Kulgam Police arrested three persons, including a woman from Anantnag, in two separate operations and recovered heroin from their possession. Police suspect the woman's involvement in a narco-terror module operating across South Kashmir and are investigating the wider drug-trafficking network.

Testing found excessive heavy metals beyond specified limits, prompting the regulator to advise consumers not to buy or use the products and direct authorities to prevent their sale, distribution and advertising

Alerts were also sounded in Jeddah and Taif before being lifted shortly afterwards. Authorities said the threat had passed and urged residents to follow Civil Defence instructions. The Houthis, however, denied Saudi-led claims that they targeted Mecca.

Nifty was at an intraday high of 23,281, an increase of 162 points or 0.70 per cent in morning trade, while Sensex rose over 500 points or 0.67 per cent to 74,505.

Ashneer Grover has criticised the new UPI Merchant Discount Rate, calling any levy on UPI ax collection. The government has clarified that person-to-person payments will remain free, while specified merchant transactions above 2,000 will attract MDR, capped at 0.4 per cent.

Meta has agreed to report child sexual abuse and other child safety-related matters directly to appropriate law enforcement agencies in India. The move comes amid government scrutiny over alleged child sexual abuse material-related advertisements on Instagram

The Central Consumer Protection Authority has fined Rapido operator Roppen Transportation Services Rs 10 lakh for misleading ride-booking prompts, unfair trade practices and dark patterns.

Two SpiceJet flights from Delhi to Dubai were delayed by more than 24 hours, leaving around 200 passengers stranded at the airport. Frustrated travellers staged protests at Terminal 3, while the airline attributed the disruption to operational issues following the grounding of an aircraft and said alternate flights were being arranged

US President Donald Trump called Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang during a live event in Los Angeles and dismissed fears that AI or robots could take over the world. Trump described AI safety concerns as a hoax, defended data centres and urged the US to maintain its lead over China in artificial intelligence.

Samantha Ruth Prabhu celebrated her traditional seemantham ceremony with husband and filmmaker Raj Nidimoru at Sadhguru's Isha Foundation. Sharing pictures and videos from the intimate ceremony, Samantha explained the significance of the rituals, including Kalaa Aavarana.

Shriya Gupta and Vishal Thapar have become the first sabre fencers from Jammu and Kashmir to be selected for the Asian Games, while J&K Police officer Dushyant Sharma has been appointed as a Prevention of Manipulation of Competitions Officer for the Indian contingent at the Aichi-Nagoya Games.

Shah Rukh Khan surprised fans during an AskSRK session as he dropped a dialogue from his upcoming film King and reacted to its clash with Avengers: Doomsday. The actor also teased the film's trailer, action sequences, music and shared witty responses to several fan questions.

Gold imports stood at $2.3 billion in August, compared with $4.16 billion in July, marking a steep month-on-month decline as well as a 57.7 per cent fall from the year-ago period.

Apple has begun rolling out iOS 27 and related software updates, introducing Siri AI, expanded Apple Intelligence features, new child safety controls, Screen Time changes and performance improvements across its devices.

UPI merchant payments above Rs 2,000 face up to 0.4 percent MDR from October 15, but consumers, smaller transactions and eligible vendors remain exempt.

BJP seeks month-long session, accuses NC government of undermining legislative accountability; Omar hits back, says BJP-ruled states have held even shorter sessions

Jammu and Kashmir Police have busted a Lashkar-e-Taiba-linked terror module in Rajouri with the arrest of three overground workers. Investigators said the accused were allegedly providing logistical support and facilitating the movement of terrorists in the Pir Panjal region.

How digital adoption, structured pricing, and remote delivery are transforming India's unorganised astrology sector into a professionalised global service industry.

At least seven people were killed in three separate road accidents across Karnataka between Monday night and Tuesday morning amid Ganesh festival celebrations.

Apple is bundling Apple TV+, Apple Arcade and Apple Music Select with iCloud+ in India from Rs 75 per month, while ending standalone subscriptions for TV+ and Arcade and making Apple One unavailable to new subscribers.

Apple CEO John Ternus made a surprise appearance at the 2026 Emmys with the unreleased iPhone Duo, pulling the company's first foldable iPhone from his tuxedo pocket. The device starts at $1,999 in the US and Rs 2,99,900 in India, with sales beginning October 23.

Radhika Merchant celebrated Ganesh Chaturthi with a soulful dance performance to 'Ekadantaya Vakratundaya' during the Ambani family's grand festivities at Antilia, attended by several Bollywood celebrities and prominent personalities.

Disha Patani has drawn criticism for her outfit at the Ambani Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations. While some questioned her choice of blouse for a religious occasion, others compared the backlash to Kriti Sanon's Raksha Bandhan outfit row.

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has challenged the BJP to introduce the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill in Parliament if it has the numbers to pass it, questioning the move to implement the legislation through individual states. His remarks came after Union Home Minister Amit Shah said BJP-led NDA governments in 21 states would introduce the UCC before 2029.

After a year of comprehensive rehabilitation and medical care at Vantara in Jamnagar, elephant Madhuri returns to Kolhapur following Supreme Court-appointed committee approval.

Kalyan Baisla, accused in the Gurugram hit-and-run case involving woman biker Sia, has been arrested in Rajasthan's Dausa. Gurugram Police have added an attempt-to-murder charge to the FIR following an investigation and CCTV analysis.

Bollywood stars including Salman Khan, Katrina Kaif-Vicky Kaushal, Ranbir Kapoor-Alia Bhatt, Kiara Advani, Sidharth Malhotra and Ranveer Singh attended Mukesh and Nita Ambani's grand Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations at Antilia.

Gold prices declined 500 to 1,55,400 per 10 gram in Delhi as global bullion markets faced pressure from rising crude oil prices and a stronger US dollar. Silver remained steady at 2,34,600 per kg.

The Delhi High Court dismissed PB Agro's plea challenging Maharashtra FDA show-cause notices issued to Shah Rukh Khan, Ajay Devgn and Tiger Shroff over an alleged surrogate advertisement for Vimal pan masala, ruling that Maharashtra was the appropriate jurisdiction.

US Ambassador Sergio Gor said he was honoured to be there and praised the vibrant atmosphere and energy. He encouraged people who have not experienced the celebrations to visit the famous Ganpati pandal in Mumbai.

The government has clarified that banks and payment system providers cannot levy charges on UPI transactions of up to Rs 2,000. RuPay-powered debit card payments will also remain free of direct or indirect charges.

Sensex opened at 75,369.63, up 587.87 points or 0.79 per cent, while Nifty began trading at 23,576.15, higher by 178.05 points or 0.76 per cent.

The statement from China came two days after Modi and Xi met for bilateral talks and welcomed steady progress in relations between the two countries.

Oracle has begun another round of layoffs as it accelerates spending on AI infrastructure and data centres. The latest cuts follow a reduction of around 21,000 jobs in FY26, while Oracle plans capital expenditure of up to $95 billion in FY27.

Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray, son Aaditya and wife Rashmi visited MNS chief Raj Thackeray's residence, Shivtirth, in Dadar on Monday for Ganesh darshan. Visuals showed members of both Thackeray families offering prayers and posing together.

The poster of Ladakhi feature film 'Birds on Ice' was released at PVR Leh by Chief Secretary Ashish Kundra. Directed by Sahil H. Shah, the film has been selected for the 'A Window on Asian Cinema' section of the 31st Busan International Film Festival, where it will have its world premiere in October 2026.

Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar greeted people on Gowri-Ganesha festival and appealed for peace, harmony and responsible celebrations. H.D. Deve Gowda, H.D. Kumaraswamy and B.Y. Vijayendra also extended festive greetings and prayed for prosperity across the state.

An FIR in the matter has been registered by Gurugram police after it took suo motu cognizance of the viral video. The accused will be identified and apprehended at the earliest, and the strictest legal action will be taken against all those found involved, news agency ANI reported, citing Gurugram Police.

The Reserve Bank of India has proposed a standardised process allowing banks to temporarily freeze debit transactions linked to suspected money-mule activity and cyber fraud. The framework requires immediate action on suspicious accounts, customer notifications, review within 20 days and debit holds of up to 60 days

Karnataka SIT has questioned alleged fake pharmaceuticals racket kingpin Veeresh Kumar Jain and uncovered a wider network that reportedly supplied counterfeit medicines to more than 80 medical shops and private hospitals. Investigators are probing the racket's finances, supply chain and alleged international links.

Displaced Kashmiri Pandits across the world are observing September 14 as Balidan Diwas to honour those who lost their lives during decades of terrorism in Kashmir, with special tribute being paid to BJP leader Tika Lal Taploo, who was assassinated on September 14, 1989. The occasion also brings renewed focus on the community's long-standing demands for rehabilitation, employment, relief and a separate homeland.

On Hindi Diwas 2026, Home Minister Amit Shah highlighted India's linguistic diversity and said Hindi has played an important role in connecting people across communities. He stressed that Hindi's growth should go hand in hand with respect for all Indian languages.

CBI has registered an FIR into the death of Disha Salian following a Bombay High Court directive for a detailed investigation. Salian, former manager of Sushant Singh Rajput, died in June 2020.

With the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly's autumn session set to begin on September 21, the post of Deputy Speaker remains vacant nearly two years after the Omar Abdullah-led government assumed office. The BJP has been demanding that the post be offered to the principal opposition party in line with legislative convention.

Ajith Kumar's reaction to a fan seeking a selfie at the Le Mans race in the UK has triggered debate online. The actor appeared visibly annoyed as the fan came close to him, prompting his bodyguard to intervene. While some users said Ajith was unnecessarily stern, others defended his personal space and reaction.

Major attractions including Lalbaugcha Raja, Mumbaicha Raja, Chinchpoklicha Chintamani and GSB Seva Mandal witnessed huge crowds. Civic and security agencies stepped up arrangements across the city, with the 10-day festival set to conclude with immersions on September 25.

Three forest officials and a driver were injured in Andhra Pradesh's Annamayya district after suspected red sanders smugglers rammed their patrol vehicle while trying to escape a blockade. Two suspects were arrested and red sanders logs and smuggling equipment were seized.

The drive was conducted by 962 police stations across the state, during which 16,951 premises were checked at various districts. Legal action was also initiated against those who employed children as labourers, they said.

Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan won praise online after a viral video showed him turning back to thank the Indian chauffeur who drove him to the airport after the BRICS Summit in New Delhi.

The song focuses on Ram and Sita's bond, taking audiences through their journey together. The visuals also capture moments of Ram and Sita being worshipped by devotees. The serene imagery, combined with the song's devotional tone, gives audiences a glimpse into the film's larger visual and emotional world.