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Rahul Gandhi asks who ordered TCS to change Form 6, whether firm was pressured

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi questioned the Election Commission over changes to online Form 6, asking who ordered Tata Consultancy Services to implement them and who approved them at TCS. Gandhi also asked whether the company was pressured. Congress leader Jairam Ramesh separately alleged the changes were aimed at removing Gen Z voters.

The Economic Times 2 Oct 2026 1:01 am

Mamata and Abhishek allege ECI handed over 150 seats to BJP

Mamata Banerjee and Abhishek Banerjee criticized the Election Commission of India over electoral irregularities. They claimed that deletions in the electoral roll surpass winning margins in about 150 assembly seats. Abhishek Banerjee challenged the Election Commission to disclose complete records for independent examination. Mamata Banerjee raised concerns about the statutory immunity of the chief election commissioner under the new law.

The Economic Times 2 Oct 2026 12:43 am

Make JPC do its job on FCRA Bill: KC Venugopal to Om Birla

KC Venugopal, a Congress MP, has raised alarms over the Foreign Contribution Amendment Bill, questioning the lack of sufficient stakeholder consultations by the joint parliamentary committee. With hints that the government aims to push the bill through in the winter session, Venugopal has called on Speaker Om Birla to delay any further consideration until a complete review and adequate stakeholder input is ensured.

The Economic Times 2 Oct 2026 12:42 am

CJP's protest seeking CEC's resignation to begin today

Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke announced plans for nationwide protests starting Friday. The protests will focus on demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Dipke labeled Kumar a traitor and questioned the integrity of the election process. Furthermore, if his resignation does not occur, millions of disenfranchised voters will take to the streets.

The Economic Times 2 Oct 2026 12:40 am

SC refuses to interfere with freeze on bank accounts of Trinamool Congress

The Supreme Court recently refused to lift the debit freeze on four bank accounts belonging to Trinamool Congress. This decision hampers the party's ability to conduct operations during an important electoral period. Senior advocate Abhishek Manu Singhvi argued that the freeze leads to paralysis in political activities.

The Economic Times 2 Oct 2026 12:36 am

Warring quits as AICC seeks truce in Punjab unit

Amrinder Singh Raja Warring has resigned from his position as Punjab Pradesh Congress Committee president after high command pressure. His resignation followed demands from several state Congress leaders, including former chief minister CS Channi. Warring's exit reflects the central leadership's attempts to appease dissenting party factions.

The Economic Times 2 Oct 2026 12:25 am

Youth ran for India

Srinagar, Oct 01: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Thursday said the more than 6,000 participants in the Kashmir Marathon-Run for Unity had run not merely for speed or endurance, but for the soul of India and for a peaceful, united and progressive Jammu and Kashmir. Addressing the closing ceremony of the marathon organised by the [] The post Youth ran for Indias spirit of new J&K: Sinha appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 2 Oct 2026 12:17 am

Inter-state drug network busted in Srinagar, 8 arrested, huge hauls seized

2.19 lakh capsules, codeine, heroin-like substance, Rs 85.75 lakh cash, gold worth Rs 2.2 Cr, pistol recovered Srinagar, Oct 01: Srinagar Police on Thursday claimed to have busted an inter-state narcotics network operating from downtown Srinagar, arresting eight persons and recovering more than 2.19 lakh pharmaceutical tablets and capsules, codeine, a heroin-like substance, cash, [] The post Inter-state drug network busted in Srinagar, 8 arrested, huge hauls seized appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 2 Oct 2026 12:15 am

Better infra needed to bring international cricket to J

Assures full support for stadium development across UT Srinagar, Oct 01: BCCI president Mithun Manhas on Thursday assured full support for the development of cricket infrastructure in Jammu and Kashmir, saying improved facilities are essential for attracting more high-profile domestic and international matches to the Union Territory. Speaking to reporters after the opening day [] The post Better infra needed to bring international cricket to J&K: BCCI Chief appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 2 Oct 2026 12:12 am

Sher-e-Duggar Lala Hans Raj Mahajan: A Life Dedicated to Social Service

On his 160th birth anniversary, a remembrance of the Dogra stalwart who championed social reform, education and the welfare of the underprivileged By Ravi Rohmetra Jammu and the wider Duggar region have a long and distinguished history of producing saints, scholars, social reformers, administrators, warriors and public figures who contributed to the social and cultural [] The post Sher-e-Duggar Lala Hans Raj Mahajan: A Life Dedicated to Social Service appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 2 Oct 2026 12:04 am

Why we must no longer defend the marital rape exception

Consent is recognised as the bedrock of intimate relationships By Ananya Gunjan A 2015 BBC report on the victims of marital rape in India starts with the harrowing account by a 25 year old woman, I was only a toy for him which he thought he could use differently every night. Whenever we [] The post Why we must no longer defend the marital rape exception appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 2 Oct 2026 12:03 am

Beyond the NC Monopoly: BJP and the Changing Politics of Jammu Kashmir

GL Raina For decades, the Jammu Kashmir National Conference (NC) has occupied a central position in the political life of the Valley. Its leaders have portrayed the party not merely as one political organisation among many, but as the principal custodian of Kashmiri political aspirations, identity and regional dignity. Yet Jammu and Kashmirs political history [] The post Beyond the NC Monopoly: BJP and the Changing Politics of Jammu Kashmir appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 2 Oct 2026 12:01 am

Aakash Adbi Sangam keeps the literary flame burning in Kashmir

Rayees Ahmad Kumar Kashmir has a rich tradition of literary forums and organisations that regularly organise seminars, symposiums, conferences and literary gatherings across the Valley. Among these, Aakash Adbi Sangam Jammu & Kashmir has emerged as an active platform for promoting literature and providing writers an opportunity to interact, present their creative works and [] The post Aakash Adbi Sangam keeps the literary flame burning in Kashmir appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 1 Oct 2026 11:57 pm

Roads- No stunting zones!

It is really a matter of grave concern that some people indulge in performing dangerous stunts on public roads with normal traffic plying and people using the facility to traverse from one place to another. It is a simple thing that the roads are meant for safe travel and not for performing dangerous stunts. The [] The post Roads- No stunting zones! appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 1 Oct 2026 11:55 pm

Bypolls: CPI (M), backing TVK-led regime from outside, alleges 'cash for votes' by Vijay's party

CPI(M) State Secretary P Shanmugam has raised serious allegations against the ruling party TVK, claiming they are engaging in monetary inducements to sway voters ahead of the upcoming bypolls. He contended that while the TVK is known for cash-for-votes schemes, his party focuses solely on distributing informative pamphlets without resorting to bribery.

The Economic Times 1 Oct 2026 11:28 pm

Telangana SIR: Congress alleges vote deletion bid in Musheerabad

Hyderabad: Amid the ongoing special intensive revision of electoral rolls in Telangana, Congress has alleged that a Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Booth level Agent (BLA) tried to delete the votes of a Muslim Congress BLA and 30 of his family members by filling Form 7. Telangana Congress Election Commission Coordination Committee Chairman Pulipati Rajesh Kumar Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 1 Oct 2026 10:46 pm

Assam government issues guidelines for the chief ministers convoy movement

The Chief Minister of Assam, Himanta Biswa Sarma, apologized after an ambulance was halted for his convoy. Following the incident, fresh guidelines were issued to regulate VIP convoy movements in the state. These new rules emphasize unimpeded access for emergency vehicles like ambulances and fire tenders. Four police officials were suspended due to their failure to enforce these guidelines during the convoy's movement.

The Economic Times 1 Oct 2026 10:12 pm

ED says ex-Bengal minister Indranil Sen awarded Rs 85 cr tenders to associates, Rs 30 lakh to Mamata

Indranil Sen, a former minister, is under investigation for awarding tenders to close associates for personal gain. The Enforcement Directorate claims around Rs 30 lakh was transferred to Mamata Banerjee, which Sen described as a royalty payment. It is further alleged that Sen's company collected large sums from the public for preview shows of Durga Puja. The investigation revealed over one lakh tickets sold, with funds misappropriated.

The Economic Times 1 Oct 2026 9:45 pm

Hyderabad court bars defamatory posts against AIMIM

Hyderabad: A city civil court in Hyderabad on Thursday, October 1, issued an interim order barring several people/social media handles from posting defamatory content against All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM). The respondents in the case include Syed Saleem, Sayed Safder Ali Moosvi, NDTH 247 news and entertainment Facebook channel, Haq kiawaaz, Old City ki Awaaz Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 1 Oct 2026 9:32 pm

Mamata Banerjee alleges 'hooliganism' outside her house, attacks on TMC leaders in Bengal

Mamata Banerjee has openly condemned the recurring acts of hooliganism occurring outside the homes of opposition leaders. She claims that between 200 to 300 individuals gather daily to create disturbances, allegedly with government backing. Amid increasing hostilities, Banerjee has expressed concern over the waning security for herself and her TMC colleagues.

The Economic Times 1 Oct 2026 8:15 pm

Karnataka CM Shivakumar stages dharna at ECI office, seeks FIR over bulk Form 7 filings

Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar led a protest outside the Election Commission of India office in Bengaluru with his Cabinet. He accused the BJP of submitting numerous Form 7 applications to delete eligible voters from electoral rolls. Shivakumar highlighted that many targeted voters belonged to minority communities and other marginalized groups. He demanded a timely investigation into the allegations and requested immediate action from election officials.

The Economic Times 1 Oct 2026 7:39 pm

1,423 crore released to States, UTs over three years to implement anti-atrocities laws

Under the centrally sponsored scheme for implementation of the two Acts, the Centre released 392.71 crore in 2022-23, 535.30 crore in 2023-24 and 495.29 crore in 2024-25, taking the total assistance to 1,423.30 crore

The Hindu Businessline 1 Oct 2026 6:48 pm

Centre mandates Aadhaar for SC students seeking Top Class Education scholarship

The Department has been directed to ensure that beneficiaries without Aadhaar are enrolled and that existing details are updated

The Hindu Businessline 1 Oct 2026 6:46 pm

From 'Mai-Baap' to 'Nagrik Devo Bhava': PM Modis blueprint for good Governance

From 'Mai-Baap' to 'Nagrik Devo Bhava': PM Modis blueprint for good Governance

The Economic Times 1 Oct 2026 6:38 pm

Kapil Sibal slams Parl panel's upcoming 'visit to SC for informal discussion' with judges on simultaneous polls

Rajya Sabha MP Kapil Sibal has objected to the Parliament panels proposed informal discussion with Supreme Court judges on One Nation, One Election, calling the October 6 meeting unprecedented and unconstitutional. He argued that such an interaction could undermine the separation of powers, particularly if the legislation later faces judicial scrutiny.

The Economic Times 1 Oct 2026 6:02 pm

Adhir asks Mamata to rejoin Congress, says party ready to accept her leadership in Bengal

Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury has appealed to Mamata Banerjee to return to Congress with her remaining MLAs and MPs. This proposal comes as the Trinamool Congress faces significant organizational challenges following its recent electoral defeat. Chowdhury highlighted the diminishing status of the TMC and emphasized the party's readiness to accept Banerjee's leadership in Bengal. While TMC officials acknowledged the appeal, they stated any formal discussion would require a proposal from Congress.

The Economic Times 1 Oct 2026 5:26 pm

Delhi HC told permission for E20 protest at Jantar Mantar rejected on law-and-order grounds

Authorities informed the Delhi High Court that they rejected a request to hold a protest against the E20 ethanol blending policy at Jantar Mantar, citing the law-and-order situation in the area. A writ petition was also filed challenging the rejection, which sought to quash the administrative decision by which their applications to hold the protests were not granted and have also sought a direction from the authorities to permit the proposed demonstration at Jantar Mantar on October 2, subject to reasonable conditions relating to the number of participants and safety parameters.

The Economic Times 1 Oct 2026 5:18 pm

33 Tourists Injured As Sleeper Bus Turns Turtle On Jammu-Srinagar Highway

RAMBAN, Oct 1: At least 33 tourists from West Bengal were injured after a sleeper bus turned turtle on the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway in Ramban district on Thursday. The ill-fated bus, bearing registration number WB39K-2929, was travelling from Srinagar to Jammu when the accident occurred. Soon after the mishap, local residents and police personnel launched [] The post 33 Tourists Injured As Sleeper Bus Turns Turtle On Jammu-Srinagar Highway appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 1 Oct 2026 4:30 pm

CJP's protest to last until Gyanesh Kumar resigns, Abhijeet Dipke holds Supreme Court accountable too

The Cockroach Janta Party, led by Abhijeet Dipke, is initiating nationwide protests starting on October 2. The protests aim to pressure Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar to resign from his position. Dipke has openly criticized the Election Commission's handling of electoral rolls and expressed discontent with the Supreme Court's previous decisions. He voiced concerns regarding the court's treatment of voters in West Bengal during elections.

The Economic Times 1 Oct 2026 4:16 pm

CJP's protest to last until Gyanesh Kumar resigns, says Abhijeet Dipke

The Cockroach Janta Party, led by Abhijeet Dipke, is initiating nationwide protests starting on October 2. The protests aim to pressure Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar to resign from his position. Dipke has openly criticized the Election Commission's handling of electoral rolls and expressed discontent with the Supreme Court's previous decisions. He voiced concerns regarding the court's treatment of voters in West Bengal during elections.

The Economic Times 1 Oct 2026 4:16 pm

Ex MLA Danam Nagender flags vote deletion after disqualification

Hyderabad: Former MLA and Congress leader Danam Nagender on Thursday, October 1, alleged that a large number of genuine voters had been removed from the electoral rolls in his constituency and demanded criminal action against those responsible. Nagender alleged that nearly 20,000 names had been deleted from his Khairtabad Assembly constituency amid the special intensive Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 1 Oct 2026 3:55 pm

Keralam to enact law to provide 'legal guarantee' to senior citizens: CM Satheesan

The CM, speaking at an event held here to celebrate the occasion, said that he was proud that Keralam was the first state to establish a department for senior citizens.

The Hindu Businessline 1 Oct 2026 3:42 pm

JK govt notifies Electric Vehicle Policy 2026

The policy has set a six-year roadmap to expand clean, affordable and weather-resilient electric mobility across Jammu and Kashmir

The Hindu Businessline 1 Oct 2026 3:28 pm

Left parties step up protests in TN over 'deletion' of 13 cr voters, demand removal of CEC

Leading a demonstration near Washermanpet here, CPI(M) State Secretary P Shanmugam alleged that the Election Commissions Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process is being weaponised to systematically delete targeted voters from the electoral rolls

The Hindu Businessline 1 Oct 2026 3:14 pm

MLC polls: JD(U)'s Anant Singh raises eyebrows by accompanying Jan Suraaj candidate for nomination

JD(U) MLA Anant Kumar Singh revolted against his own party while accompanying Jan Suraaj Party candidate Anuj Singh during the filing of nomination papers for the Bihar legislative council elections. He made his intent to ensure JD(U) MLC Neeraj Kumar, who is seeking re-election from the Patna Graduates constituency, supported the JSP nominee. The JDU national secretary said that the party president has been informed of the development and that appropriate measures will be taken.

The Economic Times 1 Oct 2026 2:26 pm

Govt Approves Rs 15 Crore For Restoration Of Traditional Vaishno Devi Route: Omar

JAMMU, Oct 1: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has accorded administrative approval for restoration of the traditional Shri Mata Vaishno Devi pilgrimage route at an estimated cost of Rs 15 crore, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah said on Thursday. In a post on X, Omar said the project would focus on preserving the heritage of the [] The post Govt Approves Rs 15 Crore For Restoration Of Traditional Vaishno Devi Route: Omar appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 1 Oct 2026 2:03 pm

Congress decides to replace Amrinder Warring after Sachin Pilot got organisational feedback

After taking feedback from party leaders and workers in Punjab, state in-charge Sachin Pilot is pushing for a change at the helm. The party leadership is considering replacing state chief Amrinder Singh Raja Warring as it looks to ease factional tensions and bring rival camps onto a common platform ahead of the 2027 Assembly elections.

The Economic Times 1 Oct 2026 1:59 pm

Youth Participation In Kashmir Marathon Is Investment In Shared Future: LG

SRINAGAR, Oct 1: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Thursday said unity and collective resolve were key to overcoming challenges, as he addressed the closing ceremony of the Jammu and Kashmir Polices Kashmir MarathonRun for Unity, which saw participation of more than 6,000 runners across different categories. Congratulating the participants and commending the Jammu Kashmir Police [] The post Youth Participation In Kashmir Marathon Is Investment In Shared Future: LG appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 1 Oct 2026 1:50 pm

SC seeks response from West Bengal, others on TMC MP's plea alleging eviction from circuit house

The Supreme court directed the West Bengal governmnet and other to file responses to TMC MP Mahua Moitra's plea alleging that district administration officials in Nadia had evicted her from a circuit house even thought she was allotted a room at the state-owned property. The bench said that responses be filed within a week and the petitioner may file rejoinder within one week thereafter. The Krishnanagar MP had also threatened to move court over the alleged harassment.

The Economic Times 1 Oct 2026 1:50 pm

Flydubai Incident: President, PM Laud Captain Machchhar For Averting Mid-Air Tragedy

NEW DELHI, Oct 1: President Droupadi Murmu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar have praised Flydubai Captain Smit Machchhar for his courage and presence of mind during an in-flight incident that allegedly threatened the safety of the aircraft and its passengers. President Murmu said the nation was proud of Captain Machchhar, [] The post Flydubai Incident: President, PM Laud Captain Machchhar For Averting Mid-Air Tragedy appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 1 Oct 2026 1:20 pm

March fest in October: Opposition & 'cockroaches' to hit streets over EC row, Gyanesh Kumar's resignation

The opposition alliance, known as INDIA bloc, will conduct protests against the Election Commission from October 2. This includes district-level marches, an appointment with the President, and other demonstrations planned throughout October. The Cockroach Janta Party will also engage in a Jail Bharo Andolan at Shivaji Park, Mumbai, on the same date. Both groups are demanding transparency in electoral processes and reforms in election governance.

The Economic Times 1 Oct 2026 1:14 pm

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay to launch expanded free bus travel for women on Oct 2

Women and transgenders can travel completely free of charge on 12,692 state-run buses across Tamil Nadu from October 2

The Hindu Businessline 1 Oct 2026 1:01 pm

Big-ticket cricket returns to Kashmir, reflecting changing security landscape

Big-ticket crickets return to the Valley marks more than sport: it signals a revival of public life and a shifting security landscape in Kashmir

The Hindu Businessline 1 Oct 2026 12:25 pm

ATF Price Jumps Rs 16/Litre, Commercial LPG Up Rs 62.59

NEW DELHI, Oct 1: Aviation turbine fuel (ATF) prices were increased by Rs 16 per litre from Thursday, while the price of commercial LPG was hiked by Rs 62.59 per 19-kg cylinder, in line with firming international benchmarks, according to state-owned oil companies. With the latest revision, ATF prices for domestic airlines have risen to [] The post ATF Price Jumps Rs 16/Litre, Commercial LPG Up Rs 62.59 appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 1 Oct 2026 12:14 pm

SC dismisses Mamata-led TMC factions plea to operate four debit-frozen bank accounts

The Supreme Court has dismissed the Trinamool Congress faction's plea to access four frozen bank accounts. The Calcutta High Court had previously declined to grant interim relief to the faction regarding the accounts. It allowed access to three other frozen accounts under the supervision of a court-appointed special officer. This bank-account dispute is part of a larger fight for control of the TMC.

The Economic Times 1 Oct 2026 11:47 am

A true hero: Modi, Trump, and Netanyahu hail Indian pilot Machchhar after in-flight Attack

Despite being severely injured in an unprovoked attack by his Omani co-pilot, Captain Machchhar fought back to regain control during the violent mid-air crisis, earning him global praise

The Hindu Businessline 1 Oct 2026 11:46 am

Work from the wild: Keralam opens up new forest workspaces

Kerala Forest Development Corporation unveils new workation programme at Gavi in Pathanamthitta and Suryanelli in Idukki

The Hindu Businessline 1 Oct 2026 11:46 am

Who at EC ordered TCS to make 'illegal' change in Form 6, asks Rahul Gandhi

Raising concerns over recent changes made to the online voter registration process, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi demanded accountability from both the Election Commission and Tata Consultancy Services for these alterations. Opposition leaders met to discuss issues surrounding electoral malpractices and the demand for CEC Gyanesh Kumar's resignation.

The Economic Times 1 Oct 2026 10:41 am

BJP leaders allege attacks by Congress workers in Kerala, say party office targeted

BJP member PK Krishnadas accused Congress activists of attacking his vehicle in Thiruvananthapuram. Following a previous attack on the BJP district president, a protest march was organized in Neyyattinkara. Krishnadas claimed that during his journey, Congress activists broke his car window. Additionally, BJP leader Kummanam Rajasekharan alleged that Youth Congress members threw liquor bottles at the BJP state office.

The Economic Times 1 Oct 2026 10:21 am

Higher entry/ exit toll for commercial vehicles in Mumbai to come into effect on October 1

Transporters oppose increase in toll, say they would be forced to pass on the hike to consumers

The Hindu Businessline 1 Oct 2026 10:15 am

SC seeks response of Delhi government on plea for free treatment for EWS patients at ILBS

The court agreed to examine the plea which also sought an independent inquiry into alleged patient-rights violations and financial irregularities at the ILBS

The Hindu Businessline 1 Oct 2026 9:33 am

Gadkari announces Rs 1,176cr, 6-lane bridge over Teesta

The Times of India 1 Oct 2026 5:29 am

Panel eyes 'debundling' of exam responsibilities

The Times of India 1 Oct 2026 3:49 am

Clash Outside GGM Science College: Two injured, sharp weapons used

Gurmeet Jammu Tawi, September 30: Tension reportedly gripped the area outside Science College on Kanal Road after a dispute between students allegedly escalated into a violent clash, leaving two students injured. According to preliminary information, the confrontation began with an argument between some students over an undisclosed issue inside the college premises. The [] The post Clash Outside GGM Science College: Two injured, sharp weapons used appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 1 Oct 2026 1:38 am

Dangerous stunt at Sidhra Bypass: Woman dances on Car Bonnet, MVD takes action

RC suspended; Drivers licence summoned Gurmeet Jammu Tawi, September 30: A dangerous road stunt on Sidhra Bypass Road has triggered action from the Motor Vehicles Department after a video showing a woman lying on the bonnet of a moving car and performing a dance stunt surfaced on social media. The video shows the woman [] The post Dangerous stunt at Sidhra Bypass: Woman dances on Car Bonnet, MVD takes action appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 1 Oct 2026 1:24 am

Art-370, pre-1953 position can

Calls 7-day session most unfortunate & historic for the wrong reasons Srinagar, Sep 30: Asserting that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) remains committed to restoration of statehood to J&K within the constitutional framework, Leader of Opposition (LoP) in the Legislative Assembly Sunil Sharma on Wednesday said restoration of statehood cannot be linked with the pre-1953 [] The post Art-370, pre-1953 position cant be linked with statehood: LoP Sharma appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 1 Oct 2026 1:14 am

Op Drishti living example of service, compassion: LG

SRINAGAR, Sept 30: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Wednesday said Operation Drishti symbolises service, compassion and resolve, asserting that by restoring eyesight, the Army has given patients a new vision of peace, trust and togetherness. Addressing the closing ceremony of the 11th Mega Eye Surgery Camp under Operation Drishti in Srinagar, Sinha commended the Indian [] The post Op Drishti living example of service, compassion: LG appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 1 Oct 2026 1:11 am

Pashmina artisans are true custodians of J

SRINAGAR, Sept 30: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Wednesday described Pashmina artisans as the true custodians of Jammu and Kashmirs cultural heritage and called for fair remuneration, social security, global market access and greater institutional support for the traditional craft sector. Addressing the Pashmina Artisan Awards 2026 organised by the Pashmeena Entrepreneurs Makers and Artisans [] The post Pashmina artisans are true custodians of J&Ks heritage: LG appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 1 Oct 2026 1:10 am

3997 Govt schools merged, clubbed in 2022-23

Srinagar, Sep 30: The government on Wednesday said that nearly 4000 schools in Jammu and Kashmir were merged and clubbed during the year 2022-23 According to the news agency, the government in a reply to a question tabled by MLA Vijay Kumar in legislative assembly said, 3997 schools were merged and clubbed during 2022-23. The [] The post 3997 Govt schools merged, clubbed in 2022-23 appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 1 Oct 2026 1:08 am

Graduate numbers in J

Srinagar, Sep 30: Colleges in Jammu and Kashmir have seen a steep decline in graduate numbers by over 22 percent in the past three academic years. According to the news agency, the government in a reply to the question tabled by Arjun Singh Raju said that in academic session 2023-24, there were a total of [] The post Graduate numbers in J&K colleges fall by over 22% appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 1 Oct 2026 1:06 am

CS reviews quality, timeliness of grievance redressal in UT

SRINAGAR, Sept 30: Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo on Wednesday reviewed the public grievance redressal mechanism across Jammu and Kashmir, with officials reporting that over 1.36 lakh of the 1.60 lakh grievances received through JK Samadhan and CPGRAMS had been disposed of as of September 25. The review focused on the quality and timeliness of grievance [] The post CS reviews quality, timeliness of grievance redressal in UT appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 1 Oct 2026 1:05 am

21.12 lakh applications received for JKPSC, JKSSB exams in 3 yrs

Recruitment bodies conducted 369 exams for 15,964 advertised posts; Rs 113.92 cr collected as application fees Srinagar, Sep 30: More than 21.12 lakh applications were received for recruitment examinations conducted by the Jammu and Kashmir Public Service Commission (JKPSC) and J&K Services Selection Board (JKSSB) during the last three financial years, with 15,964 posts [] The post 21.12 lakh applications received for JKPSC, JKSSB exams in 3 yrs appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 1 Oct 2026 1:00 am

INDIA bloc to hold MPs' march to ECI, 5 rallies & dist-level protests

Nineteen parties from the INDIA bloc are organizing protests against the Election Commission and its operations. These protests will include marches and rallies scheduled to take place in the coming weeks. Congress leaders highlighted concerns about alleged electoral irregularities and the need for collective action. Various political figures discussed strategies for involving non-INDIA allies and youth organizations in the protests.

The Economic Times 1 Oct 2026 12:41 am

J&K parties seek action against Chief, Law Secretaries over statehood resolution

Political factions in Jammu and Kashmir, excluding the BJP, are calling for the dismissal of two senior bureaucrats who opposed a statehood resolution from Chief Minister Omar Abdullah. This intervention has raised alarms about the bureaucrats potentially exceeding their mandate in legislative affairs, prompting the presiding officer to remind that their views aren't obligatory for the assembly. BJP lawmakers have countered, branding the statehood measure as unconstitutional and illegal.

The Economic Times 1 Oct 2026 12:14 am

Uttar Pradesh elections: Samajwadi Party's surprise Nathwani choice puts spotlight on BJP's Rajya Sabha picks

The Samajwadi Partys nomination of Ram Gopal Yadav and surprise pick Dhanraj Parimal Nathwani has shifted attention to the BJPs candidate selection for the upcoming Uttar Pradesh Rajya Sabha elections.

The Economic Times 1 Oct 2026 12:10 am

Amit Shah pledges to end drug menace in Punjab by 2029

Amit Shah addressed a rally in Jalandhar as part of the BJP's 'Nasha Mukt Punjab Yatra'. He highlighted drugs as a primary issue for the 2027 Punjab elections. Shah criticized the AAP government for enabling the drug trade and outlined the BJP's promise for a drug-free Punjab by 2029. The campaign covered 4,000 km across all assembly constituencies over 13 days.

The Economic Times 1 Oct 2026 12:08 am

Nandigram Congress candidate released, starts campaign

Milan Pradhan, a Congress candidate from Nandigram, was released from judicial custody after securing interim bail. He had been arrested in connection with six criminal cases dating back to 2007, spending 12 days in jail. The Calcutta High Court highlighted that his arrest occurred after he filed his nomination papers for the upcoming bypoll. Pradhan expressed confidence that the people of Nandigram would support him in the election.

The Economic Times 30 Sep 2026 11:56 pm

Congress' Punjab test amid renewed push to oust warring

Senior Punjab Congress leaders are again pushing the party high command to replace PCC president Amrinder Singh Raja Warring, citing continued rebellion and lack of cooperation within the state unit.

The Economic Times 30 Sep 2026 11:55 pm

Respect and Dignity for Senior Citizens: The Cornerstone of a Viksit Bharat

By Shri B L Verma Every year, 1 October is observed as the International Day of Older Persons. The day gives us an opportunity to renew our commitment to the respect, rights, security and dignified life of senior citizens. Rising life expectancy is a significant achievement of modern society, but a long life is [] The post Respect and Dignity for Senior Citizens: The Cornerstone of a Viksit Bharat appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 30 Sep 2026 11:05 pm

Does the Alpha Generation really need another holiday?

Aubaid Ahmad Akhoon For the last few days, reports relating to a potential five-day working week with Saturday and Sunday as weekly holidays in government educational institutions have been going viral in the social media. It has created quite a buzz amongst parents, teachers and sections of the civil society. Whether the competent authorities consider [] The post Does the Alpha Generation really need another holiday? appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 30 Sep 2026 11:03 pm

Bengalurus tax gap, not tax rates, is the real resource problem: Krishna Byre Gowda

Bengaluru plans to map properties outside the tax network and bring them into the system to widen the tax base without raising rates, Greater Bengaluru Development Minister Krishna Byre Gowda told ET.

The Economic Times 30 Sep 2026 11:03 pm

United Nations General Assembly

Countdown to Antonio Guterres farewell begins By Ashok Ayers NEW DELHI/NEW YORK: The 81st UN General Assembly closed its general debate on Monday having asked a question in its own theme, Restoring trust, managing transformation, and answered it in the negative. Six days of speeches produced little that looked like trust. The great [] The post United Nations General Assemblys 81st session ends appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 30 Sep 2026 11:00 pm

The sonic anarchy of India

By Omkar Dattatray In the modern Indian urban landscape, the sound of incessant honking has become an inescapable part of daily life. Whether one is walking on the street, driving a vehicle, waiting at a red light, or even sitting in the supposed quiet of a hospital or school zone, the shrill, repetitive blasts [] The post The sonic anarchy of Indias streets appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 30 Sep 2026 10:58 pm

Men in Olive, Hearts of Gold

Indian Army has no match whatsoever in the entire world because it is a dedicated force with many records as far as providing succor to the people of the country. Those who know less about men in Olive should know about this valiant force which is not only guarding the borders and taking on outlaws [] The post Men in Olive, Hearts of Gold appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 30 Sep 2026 10:57 pm

NHAI to inspect 17 highways awarded at 15% below estimates

The Times of India 30 Sep 2026 10:27 pm

Rahul Gandhi questions Centre's move on Ambedkar, Phule texts

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has criticized the Centre for its recent communication to universities about courses. This communication followed an anonymous social media claim labeling books by B R Ambedkar and Jyotirao Phule as poison. Gandhi accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of being against social justice and discouraging critical thinking among students.

The Economic Times 30 Sep 2026 10:20 pm

Reliance officials meet Bengal CM Adhikari over fresh investments, project expansion

Discussions span data centres and AI cloud services, an international cable landing station, coal gasification, a food park, road infrastructure and a multi-speciality hospital, official says

The Hindu Businessline 30 Sep 2026 9:44 pm

What nonsense? KTR slams Revanth over Ram vs Shiva comment

Kochi: Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) Working President KT Rama Rao on Wednesday, September 30, criticised Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy for his remarks classifying Hindu through wealth and poverty. I saw the Telangana Chief Minister yesterday talk about Ram vs Shiva. I dont understand. BJP wants to divide the country on religion, on Hindu-Muslim. Now Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 30 Sep 2026 8:50 pm

Everyone involved in 'vote chori' will be held accountable: Rahul Gandhi

Rahul Gandhi also alleged that Prime Minister Narendra Modi uses Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar to steal elections.

Business Standard 30 Sep 2026 8:49 pm