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Centre declares entire Manipur except 13 police station areas 'disturbed area' under AFSPA
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Prove me wrong & I'll apologize: Johnson challenges Fauci over COVID vaccine cover-up
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Canada on alert over Trump's '51st State' threat? PM Carney drops 'invasion' bombshell
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Experience The New Bengali Music Video 'Arale' by Arnab Dutta
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India's forex reserves fall $14.89 billion to $766 billion: RBI data
India's forex reserves dropped by USD 14.881 billion to USD 765.901 billion during the week ended September 18 due to a fall in foreign currency assets, according to the RBI data released on Friday. In the previous reporting week, forex reserves had fallen by USD 4.924 billion to USD 780.782 billion. For the week ended September 18, foreign currency assets, a major component of reserves, fell by USD 14.816 billion to USD 630.980 billion, according to the data released by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). Expressed in dollar terms, the foreign currency assets include effects of appreciation or depreciation of non-US units, such as the euro, pound, and yen, held in foreign exchange reserves. The value of gold reserves increased by USD 68 million to USD 111.292 billion during the week, the RBI said. The Special Drawing Rights (SDRs) were down USD 106 million to USD 18.739 billion. India's reserve position with the IMF stood at USD 4.89 billion.
Equipment Glitch Affects Aishwary Singh's Asian Games Performance
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Truth Behind Yashasvi Jaiswal's Fiery On-Field Clash With Sri Lanka Finally Revealed By India Star
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BJP Leader's Son Stays Back To Save Mother In Noida Bus Fire. Both Die
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Man's Crowdfunding Drive For Sister's Surgery Went Viral. She Doesn't Exist
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Kyle Juszczyk's $14,926 fine has sparked an unusual back-and-forth between the 49ers fullback and the NFL. The league viewed his touchdown celebration as a beer-chugging gesture, while Juszczyk insists it represented his Juice nickname
Vinod Kambli shares video from Thane's Nidan Centre for Elderly Care, fans concerned about health
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'Are they being humiliated?': Union Minister Athawale questions suicides by SC students
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 25 (IANS) In the wake of the unnatural death of an IIT Bombay student, Union Minister of State (MoS) for Social Justice and Empowerment and RPI-A chief Ramdas Athawale on Friday flagged the growing number of student suicides at the prestigious institute, while questioning whether attempts were being made to humiliate Scheduled Caste students, forcing them to take the extreme step. The Union Minister raised the question during a visit to the IIT Powai campus, where second-year student Sahil Wakode committed suicide earlier this month, allegedly over caste-based discrimination and harassment, as claimed by his parents. At least four students have committed suicide here in the last two to three years. Out of those, three students were from the Scheduled Caste community. So, the question of whether any discrimination is taking place here was also raised by us during a meeting with the Dean. Why are Scheduled Caste students committing suicide? Is there an attempt being made to humiliate them? Athawale said while speaking to reporters. He spoke about writing to Union Education Minister Pralhad Joshi regarding the incident. I am also going to write a letter to Pralhad Joshi, our Minister, and will be meeting him as well. Why is this happening in an institution like IIT? Why are students committing suicide? Extremely bright students come here, securing their ranks among lakhs of candidates, Athawale said. Further, the RPI-A chief demanded the immediate suspension of Prof Suryanarayana Doolla, who was the invigilator in the examination where Sahil was allegedly caught cheating and had subsequently confiscated his mobile phone. We have made this demand, and a full investigation should also be conducted independent of the IIT administration, he added. Also, Athawale added he had visited the deceased student's hostel room, but it was locked due to the ongoing police investigation into the case. Getting admission to an IIT is very difficult. Among at least 1.5 million students, he (Wakode) was ranked around 631st on the merit list. He was a smart boy. However, on the 18th, during his semester exam, the professor raised an objection against him, claiming he was copying, and confiscated his mobile phone. After that, he committed suicide, he said. I believe there must be a thorough investigation into Sahil Wakode's suicide. Strict action must be taken against whoever is responsible, whether professors, the Dean, or anyone else. We have demanded this, as this incident is extremely tragic and unacceptable at IIT, he stated. The Union Minister mentioned that Wakode's parents have demanded to see the full CCTV footage of the examination hall. His parents earlier claimed that only a part of it has been revealed to the media, where they are unable to identify their son and that the visuals do not establish anything conclusively.
Khairatabad Bada Ganesh's idol immersion passes off smoothly in Hyderabad
Digital Desk | Hyderabad, Sep 25 (IANS) Hyderabad's famous Khairatabad Ganesh was immersed in Hussain Sagar lake on Friday amid gaiety as thousands of devotees bid adieu to the 'Bada Ganesh'. The 69-foot tall 'Panchamukha Sankatahara Maha Ganapati' was carried on a special Tusker vehicle to the lake, which is the focal point of the annual immersion procession. The much-anticipated event passed off in smooth manner at NTR Marg as the idol was immersed with the help of a huge crane. Thousands of devotees lined up around the lake in the heart of the city watched the immersion, a highlight of the annual festivities. The eco-friendly idol was placed on the specially designed vehicle with the help of a huge crane in the morning. A large number of devotees participated in the Shobayatra amid a festive atmosphere. The Khairatabad Ganesh Utsav Committee in coordination with the police and other departments made elaborate arrangements for smooth shifting of the idol for immersion. Hyderabad Police Commissioner V.C. Sajjanar personally visited Khairatabad Ganesh mandap to supervise the arrangements. Transport and immersion of Khairatabad Ganesh is a huge task for all -- the police, Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) and other departments that make special efforts. It took more than five hours for the procession to cover a distance of about two km to reach NTR Marg via Telephone Bhavan and Secretariat. Thousands of devotees performed puja at the Khairatabad Ganesh for 12 days. Khairatabad Ganesh has a history of nearly 70 years. The organisers had installed a one-foot idol for the first time in 1954 and since then, the height has been increasing by one foot every year. Due to Covid-19 pandemic in 2020, the organisers had installed a one-foot idol though they were planning a 66-foot idol. Khairatabad Ganesh is a major attraction of annual celebrations in the city. Telangana Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla, Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy, Ministers and other VIPs perform puja at this idol. Every year the organisers install the statue with a new theme and new avatar. This year the theme was selected as 'Panchamukha Sankatahara Maha Ganapati'. Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla offered first prayers at Khairatabad Ganesh on September 14. State Minister Ponnam Prabhakar had offered 'silk robes' on behalf of the state government. Former Khairatabad MLA D. Nagender participated in the immersion procession. He was seen joyfully dancing with some women police officers to the tune of 'Aya Sher' song from the recently released movie 'The Paradise'. Nagender was recently disqualified by the Telangana High Court for defection. Only a day ago, the Supreme Court dismissed his petition, challenging the High Court order.
Delhi park gang-rape: 'I was crying in pain'
A 17-year-old girl recounted her horrific ordeal to the police, detailing how three men allegedly separated her from her friend, snatched their phones, and subjected her to gangrape at knifepoint inside southeast Delhi's Astha Kunj Park.
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India's Mixed Team Shooters Secure Gold Medal
Indian shooters Suruchi Inder Singh and Kamaljeet overcame initial disappointments at the Asian Games to clinch India's first shooting gold medal in the 10m air pistol mixed team event. Both athletes had faced setbacks in their individual qualifications but rallied together, setting a Games and Asian record score of 484.6 to defeat South Korea. Their victory marks a significant turnaround and a testament to their resilience and teamwork.
Four Naga villagers found murdered in Manipur's Kamjong; CM, Naga body condemn killings
Digital Desk | Imphal, Sep 25 (IANS) The bodies of four men, allegedly shot dead by suspected militants, were found in Manipur's Kamjong district on Friday, police said. The victims, all belonging to the Tangkhul Naga community, were identified as Betterson Jajo, Vareishim Jajo, Phami Jajo and Ningthem Kashak. Phami Jajo is the son of Vareishim Jajo. A police official in Imphal said the bodies, bearing bullet injuries, were recovered from an isolated location near the Myanmar border in remote Pilong village, around 34 km from the Kamjong district headquarters, following a prolonged search by police and local residents. The bodies were being brought to the Kamjong District Hospital for post-mortem examinations, the official said. According to local residents, suspected militants from neighbouring Myanmar crossed into India and allegedly ambushed a group of five villagers on Thursday. One of the villagers managed to escape and alerted the local authorities, they said. Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh strongly condemned the killing of the four Tangkhul civilians and conveyed his condolences to the bereaved families. In a post on social media, the Chief Minister's Office said, Such acts of violence have no place in our society and will not be tolerated. The Chief Minister also prayed for strength and comfort for the bereaved families, the post said. Naga People's Front (NPF) Manipur state President Awangbou Newmai also condemned the killings and alleged that cadres of the Kuki National Army-Burma (KNA-B) were behind the incident. He appealed to all communities to shun violence and coexist peacefully. The Working Committee of the Tangkhul Naga Long (TNL), a prominent Naga community organisation, alleged that armed KNA-B cadres and other armed elements crossed the Namya river from the Myanmar side and attacked civilians at Pilong. The TNL alleged that five civilians were keeping watch at the Pilong settlement when the incident occurred, with one of them managing to escape. The organisation described the incident as the third reported case of cross-border violence against Naga villagers along the India-Myanmar border in Kamjong district. The TNL also alleged that repeated incidents of cross-border intrusion had raised serious security concerns among villagers and criticised the state government and border security forces, including the Assam Rifles, over the security situation along the International Border. The organisation said Naga civil society groups had repeatedly brought the issue to the attention of the authorities and sought stronger measures to protect vulnerable border villages. Police are investigating the incident and further details are awaited. Five Manipur districts Churachandpur, Tengnoupal, Chandel, Kamjong and Ukhrul -- share a 398 km unfenced International Border with Myanmar.
Nitin Gadkari said he travels in a hydrogen-powered Toyota Mirai as he highlighted the government's push for clean fuels, electric mobility and greener public transport. Gadkari said hydrogen buses would be introduced on 10 routes, while the PM e-Bus Sewa scheme envisages 10,000 buses with an outlay of Rs 57,000 crore. He also discussed waste-to-CNG projects, vehicle scrappage, driver training, bus accessibility and employment generation through private vehicles being used as taxis.
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Prakash Kunder's body reaches Karnataka two months after murder in Sharjah
Digital Desk | Udupi (Karnataka), Sep 25 (IANS) The body of Alvin Prakash Kunder, a native of Kundapur in Karnataka's Udupi district who was allegedly brutally murdered in Sharjah in July, arrived in Karnataka on Friday, nearly two months after his death. His body, which was allegedly dismembered into nine pieces and dumped in the boot of a car, was brought to his native place amid the grief of his family members. Kunder, who had reportedly been living in the UAE for several years and worked at Sharjah Airport for around 14 years, was allegedly murdered in late July. His body was recovered on August 12 from the boot of his Toyota car, which had been abandoned in an isolated area near Al Nahda Commercial Area, according to details cited by his family. His identity was subsequently confirmed through DNA matching. The forensic and post-mortem findings reportedly revealed the brutal manner in which the body had been dismembered. According to the forensic report, the body had been cut into nine parts after death. The head, neck, torso, arms and legs had been separated, with the bones reportedly cut using a saw and the soft tissues severed around the joints. The body parts were allegedly packed into two bags and placed in the car's boot. One green bag reportedly contained the torso, while a blue bag contained the head and parts of the arms and legs. The head was wrapped in a black plastic bag, while other body parts were packed in transparent plastic. The post-mortem examination reportedly found two penetrating injuries on the left side of the chest, between the seventh and eighth ribs. The injuries had entered the chest cavity, where bleeding was detected. The body was in an advanced state of decomposition, making examination of the internal organs difficult. A blood sample reportedly showed an alcohol level of 25.77 mg/dl. Kunder's family became concerned after he stopped responding to calls around July 20. According to his brother Anil Prashanth Kunder, the family received a text message from his phone saying that he was fine, despite the absence of his usual voice messages. Initial information that Kunder had returned to India was later questioned after passport records reportedly indicated that he remained in the UAE. His family subsequently approached the authorities and sought assistance in tracing him. His wife Tina, who was reportedly working as a schoolteacher in the UAE, and their Class 10 son have remained untraceable since the incident. The family has expressed suspicion over their disappearance and urged authorities to establish their whereabouts and determine whether they had any role in the murder. However, no official confirmation has been reported establishing their involvement. CCTV footage reportedly available with Sharjah Police is said to show a woman and two men carrying two bags believed to contain the body. The family has urged the authorities to identify and arrest those responsible for the murder. Former minister and BJP MP, Kota Srinivas Poojary, visited the bereaved family today, paid final respects to the dead body and offered his condolences. The family had earlier approached the Udupi Superintendent of Police's office seeking the early repatriation of Kunder's body and assistance in tracing his wife and son. Poojary reportedly contacted the Indian diplomatic authorities in Sharjah and said he was also in touch with the Union External Affairs Ministry regarding the case. He assured the family that efforts would be made to trace Tina and her son and assist in bringing the investigation to a conclusion. The family is now seeking an early investigation into the circumstances surrounding Kunder's death and the disappearance of his wife and son. Sharjah authorities are continuing to investigate the murder, while the motive and identities of all those involved have not yet been officially established. The alleged role of a Pakistani national is also suspected in the case.
Rayan's 95th-minute header rescues Brazil in 1-1 draw against Australia
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The journalist who spent two decades investigating Putinnow fears the Kremlin's reach
Exiled Russian journalist Roman Badanin received a warning from FBI agents about potential threats to his safety and family. Badanin co-authored a book detailing Vladimir Putin's abuses, which has gained significant recognition in France. He expressed frustration about the West's delayed attention to Kremlin atrocities, especially after the Ukraine invasion. Badanin criticized the prevailing analyses of Putin's character and motivations.
Trump and Xi toast 'peace' but Taiwan, trade and AI divides remain
Watch: The worlds two most powerful men just met. How did it go? US President Donald Trump and China's President Xi Jinping exchanged warm words at a lavish White House state dinner but gave little indication of progress on pressing issues. Xi stressed that they should ensure AI remain under human control and act as responsible major countries, while Trump toasted a future of harmony, peace and success for both nations. But tensions remain despite the diplomatic niceties, including over Taiwan - with Xi urging Trump earlier in the day to take the correct position on the self-governing island which Beijing claims, amid a weapons package paused by Trump. Billionaire business leaders and US tech CEOs joined the leaders at the extravagant dinner late on Thursday. Their arrival was marked by protesters shouting from just outside the White House gates, some of whom were arrested. Trump lavished praise on Xi during his first visit to the US in over a decade, telling those attending the dinner that while the two countries had different systems, they had never gotten along better. Xi meanwhile welcomed the historic juncture in US-China relations - and said both leaders' ambitions could surely be mutually reinforcing. China and the United States must act as responsible major countries to meet the expectations of our peoples, keep pace with the trend of our times, and explore a new approach for major countries to get along with each other, he said. While Xi said he and Trump had shared in-depth exchanges and reached common understanding on many issues, little mention was made of the crucial matters which divide the leaders of the world's two most powerful countries. China believes the US is trying to contain its rise as a superpower, and it wants Washington to stay out of its way - particularly when it comes to trade, technology and Taiwan. Trump has meanwhile been expected to aim for deals around trade and tariffs during the visit like lowering Chinese tariffs on American goods, increasing imports of Chinese rare earth minerals, and increasing exports of US agricultural products. Xi thanked his hosts for receiving him and his wife with meticulous care and consideration [Reuters] Trump has been blunt about his ambitions for artificial intelligence (AI) - and clear that he considers China to be the US's main rival for its development. But beyond Xi's reference to AI remaining under human control, little indication was given of what progress the two leaders may have made on the issue during their talks. The dinner also came just hours after Chinese state media reported Xi had, behind closed doors, advised Washington to handle with prudence its approach to Taiwan. Washington is yet to comment publicly on the remarks. The US is legally bound to provide Taiwan with the means to defend itself, but Trump delayed approving a $14bn (11bn) arms package for it after Xi in May warned that mishandling the issue could cause the two countries to collide or even enter into conflict. At the time, Trump called it a very good negotiating chip with Beijing. Xi visit to Washington all pomp but little progress so far Trump and Xi come face-to-face as US and China battle to win the AI race Xi got Trump's red carpet welcome - but not everything he wanted The evening marked a continuation of the lavish welcome Xi has so far received in the US. Trump presented the Chinese president with a sculpture of a bald eagle - America's national symbol - saying it embodied the free and soaring spirit of America. First Lady Melania had participated in its design, Trump added. Others in attendance included key White House figures, such as Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth, chief of staff Monica Crowley, and Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner. They were joined by scores of US officials, as well as conservative broadcasters, tech industry bosses, social media CEOs and corporate executives. Apple's Tim Cook and Nvidia's Jensen Huang were seated at the same table as Trump and Xi, as was Elon Musk, who previously worked in Trump's administration leading the effort to shrink government. OpenAI's Sam Altman, Google's Sundar Pichai, and Amazon's Jeff Bezos were also present, as were Mark Zuckerberg and Jeff Yass, the American billionaire who owns a share of TikTok. Musk was seen mingling with guests, alongside US Secretary of State Marco Rubio [Getty Images] The leaders of companies including General Motors, Visa, Paramount Skydance and ExxonMobil could also be seen in the room. Everybody wanted to be there, Trump said ahead of the event. I would say you have the entire tech world, the entire banking world, and a lot more. One notable absence was Anthropic - one of the biggest and most valuable AI firms in the world. The BBC has asked Anthropic if it was invited, or if they chose not to be there. Business leaders and tech bosses were among those in attendance [Getty Images] The office of the First Lady Melania Trump, which planned the event, said the dinner menu would showcase American ingredients with subtle Chinese influence. The first course was yellow squash, wild mushrooms and crispy pancetta. The guests ate off red tablecloths - red being a symbol of luck and good fortune in China. For their main course they dined on a sesame-crusted sea bass, braised bok choy and roasted eggplant. Dessert featured the two leaders and their fellow diners tucking into vanilla crmeux with sour cherry confit, with an accompanying ice cream made with harvested White House honey. The wine chosen by the first lady included Schramsberg Blanc De Noir - a nod to President Nixon's 1972 Toast to Peace with former Chinese Premier Zhou Enlai, when they used a bottle from the same vineyard. Trump and Xi will begin the final day of their visit on Friday with tea at the White House's Red Room with their wives. The group will then head to the US National Archives for a tour of the building and its exhibits. Formally called the National Archives and Records Administration, the building holds some of the most important documents regarding the founding of the United States - including the US Constitution, the Declaration of Independence and the Bill of Rights. Xi and his wife will depart Washington later in the day. This article originally appeared on BBC at https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cxq63dqp93n1o?xtor=AL-72-%5Bpartner%5D-%5Byahoo.north.america%5D-%5Bheadline%5D-%5Bnews%5D-%5Bbizdev%5D-%5Bisapi%5D
Mushtaq Khan's son Mohsin recalls actor's final moments: 'Ant unka muskurate hue hua hai'
Veteran actor Mushtaq Khan, known for his roles in films like Welcome and Gadar, passed away at the age of 75. The actor breathed his last at Nanavati Hospital in Mumbai on Thursday, September 24. He had been battling cancer for a long time. The news of his death left the film and television industry mourning. Family members, friends and several people from the film fraternity paid their last respects and remembered the moments they had shared with him.
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Matter of country's PM: HC orders takedown of morphed image
The Delhi High Court has directed Meta Platforms to immediately remove an objectionable morphed picture of a woman with Prime Minister Narendra Modi from social media. The court also issued notice to leaders of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) for circulating the deepfake image and ordered police protection for the woman.
Assam CM mocks CJP's 48-hour ultimatum for CEC's resignation
Digital Desk | Guwahati, Sep 25 (IANS) Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Friday took a swipe at the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) regarding the body's 48-hour resignation ultimatum to the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar. Chief Minister Sarma told reporters here, There is no point in demanding a resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar within 48 hours by the CJP. This is a laughable remark. The CJP can demand resignation of any individual like tomorrow they may ask about my resignation too. But of course, I will not respond. The Chief Minister however said that the CJP can raise objections on any matter but seeking resignations of persons from a Constitutional post does not hold any water. Chief Minister Sarma earlier also added that the Election Commission of India (ECI) functions collectively and that decisions cannot be taken simply by one individual Commissioner acting alone. His remarks came a day after the CJP demanded CEC Gyanesh Kumar's resignation within 48 hours and threatened to launch a nationwide agitation, including what it described as Jantar Mantar 2.0, if the demand was not met. The CJP has raised allegations concerning the functioning of the Election Commission and the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. The organisation has also demanded that upcoming elections be frozen and that the SIR process be rolled back to its earlier status. Chief Minister Sarma said the CEC cannot independently take decisions by disregarding the other Election Commissioners, stressing that decisions are taken collectively through the Commission. The issue follows reports of differences within the Election Commission over certain decisions linked to the SIR exercise. The Election Commission has said that decisions relating to the revision process were taken unanimously, while media reports have cited objections raised by Election Commissioners Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Vivek Joshi on several occasions. The CJP, meanwhile, has said it would begin protests across the country if CEC Gyanesh Kumar does not resign within the stipulated 48 hours. Chief Minister Sarma's comments come amid an intensifying political debate over electoral rolls, the functioning of the Election Commission and the SIR exercise. The Chief Minister said the Election Commission's decisions should be viewed in the context of its collective institutional functioning rather than being attributed solely to the CEC.
KWK S9: These two sisters are likely to grace KJo's controversial couch
Karan Johars popular chat show Koffee With Karan is set to return with its ninth season. According to a report, Alia Bhatt is set to return, but this time she will be appearing with her sister, Shaheen Bhatt, making the episode particularly interesting for viewers.
PB Fintech tanks 34 pc, Turtlemint hits lower circuit on IRDAI's commission reform proposal
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 24 (IANS) Shares of insurance distribution platforms PB Fintech and Turtlemint witnessed heavy selling pressure on Thursday after the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) proposed sweeping changes to insurance distribution economics, raising concerns about the future earnings prospects of intermediaries. PB Fintech, the parent company of Policybazaar, plunged 34 per cent to close at Rs 1,244.50, compared to its previous close of Rs 1,886.30. The stock had gained 4.5 per cent in the previous session. Turtlemint shares also came under severe pressure and ended the day 20 per cent lower at Rs 109.04 apiece. The sharp decline followed the release of IRDAI's consultation paper titled Recalibrating Economics of Insurance Distribution, which proposes significant changes to commission structures, distribution expenses, market conduct practices and transparency norms across the insurance sector. The regulator has suggested linking commission payouts to the complexity of products and the effort required to sell them. It has also proposed lower commissions for products sold through open-architecture channels such as brokers and banks, which account for a substantial share of health, motor and life insurance sales. The proposals include capping commissions across several product categories. Mandatory insurance products, such as third-party motor insurance, could attract little or no commission. For banks and lenders selling insurance products alongside loans, commissions are proposed to be capped between 2 per cent and 5 per cent depending on the product category. The regulator has also proposed banning the compulsory bundling of insurance with credit products. Health insurance distribution could see major changes under the proposed framework. Commissions on new health insurance policies are proposed to be capped at 15-20 per cent, while commissions on renewals and policy porting would be limited to 5-10 per cent. Motor insurance commissions are proposed to be capped at 5-10 per cent for personal accident cover. In life insurance, the consultation paper recommends capping first-year commissions between 5 per cent and 20 per cent depending on the tenure of the policy. It also proposes spreading life insurance commissions over multiple years rather than concentrating payouts in the first year.
Europe's Top Leagues Add To Pressure On Gianni Infantino By Calling For FIFA Reform
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Asiad: Gulveer races into 10,000m silver; India's athletics surge continues
Indian squash players assured themselves of three medals as Joshna Chinappa and Velavan Senthilkumar entered the mixed doubles semifinals, while Anahat Singh and Abhay Singh advanced to the last four in singles.
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JKCA Fund Scam: High Court Rejects ED's Plea
The Jammu and Kashmir High Court has rejected a petition by the Enforcement Directorate to add charges of receiving and concealing stolen property in the alleged Jammu and Kashmir Cricket Association fund scam. While the court upheld the ED's right to file such an application, it found insufficient merit in the current material to invoke sections 411 and 424 of the Ranbir Penal Code, stating that the alleged acts were part of the principal transaction of conspiracy and breach of trust.
India's forex reserves fall $14.88 billion to $765.90 billion in week ended September 18
India's foreign exchange reserves decreased by $14.88 billion, bringing the total to $765.90 billion. The decline occurred during the week ending September 18, according to the Reserve Bank of India data. Foreign currency assets fell by $14.82 billion, while gold reserves rose slightly by $68 million. Despite the recent decrease, reserves had increased significantly from the previous year. Overall, Indias foreign exchange reserves have shown considerable growth in recent months.
What Happened To Nick Bosa? 49ers Star's Latest Injury Raises Week 3 Concerns
Nick Bosa landed on the 49ers injury report with a knee and calf issue ahead of Week 3 against the Cardinals. Here's the latest update on his status and what his absence means for San Francisco's already depleted defensive line.
The phrase I eat politicians for breakfast, famously associated with former Chief Election Commissioner TN Seshan, is back in focus amid the latest controversy over the Election Commissions Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise. The debate has renewed attention on past instances of differences within the poll panel, including Seshans 1993 legal battle against the appointment of two Election Commissioners and Ashok Lavasas dissent over Model Code of Conduct complaints during the 2019 Lok Sabha elections.
Love & War: Alia's Poster Sparks Bombay Velvet And Toxic Comparisons
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'Didn't Tell My 78-Year-Old Mother I Was Going To Asian Games': Seema's Emotional Revelation
History-making long-distance runner Seema did not want her septuagenarian mother to fret over her whereabouts when she headed to Japan for the Asian Games.
Antim Panghal's Record-Breaking Ambition
Indian wrestler Antim Panghal, a two-time senior World medallist and U-20 world champion, expresses her ambition to create records that will never be broken. She reveals her motivation stems from her family and coaches, not personal glory, and discusses her evolving strategy and rigorous preparation for upcoming competitions.
Male infertility is 'grossly underreported', Sperm counts drops by 51%
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'Houthis benefit from Iranian support': Yemen leadership blasts Hormuz threat at UN, praises Trump
Daniel Deeder's Brutal Kimura Causes Graphic Arm Snap at UFC BJJ 11 - Video
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The Centre is set to launch 'Reform Utsav' on October 2 to celebrate transformative governance initiatives. Various ministries will organize a series of events highlighting welfare-focused reforms and citizen-centric service delivery. The initiative will include interactive sessions with beneficiaries sharing their positive experiences with government schemes. Meetings are being organized by different ministries to prepare for the upcoming events.
Jordan Loves 312-yard game could not hide the Packers offensive problems, while Ronika Stones own volleyball career adds another side to his story.
Ethanol can help raise farmers' income and reduce fuel imports: Gadkari
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Connor Hellebuycks wife Andrea has kept much of their family life private, but her social media has offered glimpses into their marriage, children and the controversy that followed his 2026 White House visit.
In an interview, psychologist Jonathan Haidt explained why children nowadays are more prone to struggling with mental health than ever. Their parents have mollycoddled them a lot, keeping them away from real-world experiences and forming real relationships with people, yet left them unsupervised in digital spaces, creating a toxic dependency between kids and social media validation. This has affected the mental health of a generation of kids.
Sidharth Malhotra and Tamannaah Bhatia's The Vvaan received mixed responses from moviegoers. While some praised its visuals, regional roots and supernatural storyline, others appreciated the performances of Sidharth and Tamannaah
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Red Roses struggle to meet fans' selfie demands - Hunt
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Nani's much-awaited film The Paradise hit theatres on September 24 and received mixed reviews from audiences. While some praised Nani's performance, others criticised the screenplay and the second half. Directed by Srikanth Odela, the film...
'You're A Murderer, Lies Can't Undo That': Erdogan's Savage Attack On Netanyahu As UN Clash Explodes
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Delhi riots: SC relaxes accused's bail condition, asks him to mark weekly attendance at crime branch
The Supreme Court relaxed the bail conditions for Meeran Haider, who is an accused in the 2020 Delhi riots case. Haider is now required to mark attendance at the Crime Branch police station every Saturday. His attendance for the dates of his wedding on October 17 and 24 has been exempted. Bail conditions, including restrictions on social media use and participation in gatherings, will remain unchanged.
'Hanuman Ansh' director reveals Mushtaq Khan was set to star in his next film
India left more exposed to Trump's 100% oil threat as China gets tariff breather
India could find itself more exposed to US tariff pressure over Russian oil after Washington and Beijing extended their Busan trade truce until January 10, 2027, according to GTRI. The think tank's founder Ajay Srivastava argues that China's tariff breathing room leaves New Delhi facing greater risk from Trump's new powers to impose tariffs of up to 100% on major buyers of Russian energy.
Ruthless Haaland's Goal Rush Knocks Zlatan Off Nordic Summit
Erling Haaland's double against Denmark took his Norway tally to 64 goals in 56 games, surpassing Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Ronaldo while sealing Norway's first competitive win over Denmark.
Delhi High Court mandated Meta to swiftly eliminate inappropriate content showcasing a doctored image of a woman with Prime Minister Modi. A notice was issued to leaders of Cockroach Janta Party for allegedly circulating this offensive image. The court emphasized that the case involves not only the individual woman but also the Prime Minister of India. It highlighted the necessity for the police to respond sensitively to such cases.
Ethanol can help raise farmers' income and reduce fuel imports: Nitin Gadkari
Union minister Nitin Gadkari on Friday said greater ethanol use could boost farmers incomes and reduce Indias dependence on petroleum imports. Launching Madhya Pradeshs new public bus service, he also backed flex-fuel, electric and hydrogen vehicles, waste-to-fuel projects and expanded public transport, while outlining plans to increase bus manufacturing and jobs.
Assam Cong Chief Gogoi, Leaders Detained During Protest Demanding CEC's Removal
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India In Athletics At Asian Games 2026 LIVE Updates: India's Manpreet Kaur has sealed bronze in the women's shot put final. Gurindervir Singh and Animesh Kujur failed to qualify for the men's 100m final.
Japan's Nikkei rises for fifth straight session as oil and bond pressures ease
Oil prices declined after reports that the US and Iran were discussing a phased agreement that could help reopen the Strait of Hormuz and ease a US blockade on Iranian ports. Global bond yields also stabilized after a sharp rise over the previous two sessions. Japans 10-year government bond yield edged down from its highest level since 1996.
Prestige launches 11.91-acre residential project 'Prestige Parklane' at Devanahall, Bengaluru
With estimated GDV of Rs 1,750 cr
Israel game should not go ahead - Republic of Ireland's Knight
Jason Knight has become the first Republic of Ireland player to publicly voice his opposition to playing Israel on Sunday.
The investigation is focused on the Durupnar Formation in Turkeys Agr Province, just south of Mount Ararat.Its boat-like shape has fueled speculation about a possible connection to Noahs Ark for decades.
Google adds creepy avatars to Gemini 3.8 live's agents
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The Trump administration complied with a judge's order to reinstate access for three media outlets. US District Judge Timothy Kelly identified probable success on their due process claims. The media outlets can request a preliminary injunction to extend the ban against Trump's restrictions. Legal experts have expressed concern that the administration may attempt further revocation of press access.
J&K Assembly descends into chaos after CM moves resolution seeking restoration of full statehood
BJP legislators tear up copies of the resolution and term it anti-national
Asian Games: India's medal tally hits 20; Manush, Diya win mixed doubles TT bronze
The Indian pair lost their semifinal to China's Wang Chuqin and Sun Yingsha 8-11, 5-11, 8-11, 2-11, but finished on the podium with a bronze medal.
