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Double-engine government in West Bengal poised to witness golden period in coming days: Union Minister Jitin Prasada

Prasada stated that the Centre is planning to set up export facility centres in every district across the country so that industrialists can enjoy a seamless experience and greater ease of doing business, rather than having to travel to Delhi.

The Economic Times 29 Sep 2026 9:42 pm

Assam: No certainty when Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls rolled out

Assam went to polls early this year without SIR being carried out instead Special Revision was taken in its place. Assam which shares an international border with Bangladesh is a sensitive state and illegal influx from Bangladesh has always been an issue here.

The Economic Times 29 Sep 2026 9:24 pm

CISF Jawan Opens Fire at Colleagues in Basohli; Four Reportedly Dead

Assistant Commandant among those killed; official confirmation awaited Jammu Tawi, September 29: Panic gripped the Basohli area of Kathua district after CISF personnel deployed at the Sewa-II project allegedly opened fire on his colleagues following an argument. According to preliminary information, Assistant Commandant Ankit Kumar Pandey, a Sub-Inspector Laxman Singh, Constable Rafiq Ahmad [] The post CISF Jawan Opens Fire at Colleagues in Basohli; Four Reportedly Dead appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 29 Sep 2026 8:18 pm

Delhi Police detains MPs protesting demolition of mosques

New Delhi: The Delhi Police on Tuesday, September 29, detained several community leaders, MPs, activists, and students protesting at the Jantar Mantar against the alleged targeted bulldozer action on mosques in different parts of the country. Reports said thousands had gathered for the demonstration organised by Muslim groups and community organisations, calling for the protection 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 29 Sep 2026 8:12 pm

Kerala to provide free heart attack detection test to BPL families

The test will be available from primary health centres to district and general hospitals to help ensure timely diagnosis and treatment.

The Hindu Businessline 29 Sep 2026 8:06 pm

Cleanmax, Nuvoco plan 46.4 MW wind-solar project with battery storage in Rajasthan

The Bhikamkhore project is expected to generate 100 million units of renewable electricity annually and significantly reduce Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions

The Hindu Businessline 29 Sep 2026 7:16 pm

DK Shivakumar tweaked NICE project for own & businessman Ashok Khenys benefit: HD Kumaraswamy

Union Steel Minister HD Kumaraswamy has accused Chief Minister DK Shivakumar of modifying the BMIC project framework. He claims these changes were made to benefit businessman Ashok Kheny and Shivakumar's family. Kumaraswamy released documents that allegedly show increased land requirements for the project. Allegations include fraudulent agreements and improper land acquisition that involved Shivakumar's family members. Kumaraswamy questions the need for further expansion of the NICE project towards Mysuru.

The Economic Times 29 Sep 2026 7:13 pm

RBI panel recommends 11.2% hike in WMA limit for states to 67,839 crore

The proposed revision follows an analysis of states fiscal parameters, with revenue receipts identified as a more appropriate basis for calculation

The Hindu Businessline 29 Sep 2026 6:59 pm

Karnataka notifies new road grid for Bengaluru outskirts to support planned growth

The government said the network will connect key administrative centres, highways and ring roads while allowing land corridors to remain vacant

The Hindu Businessline 29 Sep 2026 6:05 pm

Maharashtra to absorb former Agniveers in police, state forces without fresh exams

The first batch of Agniveers is completing its four-year tenure, with the state also considering additional posts if vacancies are insufficient

The Hindu Businessline 29 Sep 2026 6:00 pm

CBI arrests proclaimed offender Jharna Mistry in 2021 West Bengal post-poll violence murder case

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) arrested proclaimed offender (PO) Jharna Mistry, wife of co-accused Sanjay Mistry, in connection with a 2021 West Bengal post-poll violence murder case. The CBI said the accused had been absconding since the FIR was registered in 2021 and had never joined the investigation or trial. The agency had declared a cash reward for her arrest. The FIR was filed on allegations of murdering Sova R Mondal, the mother of the complainant.

The Economic Times 29 Sep 2026 5:36 pm

ECINet row: Maharashtra Chief Electoral Officer S Chockalingam seeks ERO powers; Congress targets CEC

Maharashtra Chief Electoral Officer S Chockalingam has requested modifications to the ECINet software for handling electoral roll anomalies. The proposal allows Electoral Registration Officers to exercise greater discretion regarding discrepancies in voter documentation. As part of the changes, personal hearings for voters can be waived when sufficient documents are submitted.

The Economic Times 29 Sep 2026 5:19 pm

BRS women MLA harassment: HC asks DGP to submit inquiry findings

Hyderabad: The Telangana High Court, on Tuesday, September 29, instructed the Director General of Police (DGP) to conduct a detailed inquiry and identify personnel who allegedly misbehaved with or manhandled BRS women legislators on the first day of the Monsoon Session. DGP CV Anand will submit his findings to Speaker Gaddam Kumar Prasad. If any 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 29 Sep 2026 5:08 pm

Police arrest inter-state drug peddler in Jammu, heroin-like substance recovered

Jammu Tawi, Sept 29: Jammu and Kashmir Police arrested an inter-state drug peddler and recovered 21.04 grams of heroin-like substance from his possession in the Domana area of Jammu, police said on Tuesday. The accused, identified as Rohit Kumar, son of Tarsem Lal, a resident of Labour Colony, Jawahar Nagar Camp, Ludhiana, was apprehended by [] The post Police arrest inter-state drug peddler in Jammu, heroin-like substance recovered appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 29 Sep 2026 4:59 pm

Bihar: BPSC gets zero applications for 218 polytechnic faculty posts

The Commission said the vacancies covered several engineering disciplines, with the related requisitions subsequently returned to the State department

The Hindu Businessline 29 Sep 2026 4:53 pm

Revanth Reddy has converted himself into Revanthuddin: Telangana BJP Chief demands apology over CM's Ram-Shiva remarks

Telangana BJP President N Ramchander Rao has condemned comments made by Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy. Reddy suggested a division between Lord Ram and Lord Shiva based on socio-economic status. Rao accused him of trying to divide the Hindu community for political gain. BJP leaders warned that such remarks would negatively impact the Congress party in upcoming elections.

The Economic Times 29 Sep 2026 4:35 pm

Naidu, Kalyan launch 11,085-crore works under Palle Panduga 3.0

Under Palle Panduga 3.0 (village festival), roads will be laid, mini gokulams (cattle sheds) constructed, and plantation works taken up, among other activities

The Hindu Businessline 29 Sep 2026 4:29 pm

West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari targets Mamata over Delhi visit, says she has 'Jamaat in one hand, dimagi naxals in other'

In a pointed critique, Suvendu Adhikari slammed Mamata Banerjee for her planned trip to Delhi for the INDIA bloc meeting, alleging she is conspiring with CPI(M) leaders on key electoral issues. This collaboration aims to push for accountability from Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. The upcoming Nandigram and Rejinagar bypolls have heightened political tensions. Additionally, Adhikari expressed support for the Calcutta High Court's ruling on the BJP candidate's nomination affidavit.

The Economic Times 29 Sep 2026 4:25 pm

ED raids 15 premises linked to former Bengal minister Indranil Sen in money laundering case

The probe is examining massArts ownership, management, financial flows and alleged links with influential persons, officials said

The Hindu Businessline 29 Sep 2026 4:04 pm

BJP announces candidates for four seats in Bihar legislative council polls

BJP has announced its candidates for four legislative council seats in Bihar ahead of elections. Three current MLCs will seek re-election from their respective constituencies following the party's announcement. The JD(U) has already declared candidates for the other four constituencies, while the RJD has named candidates for six seats. Elections are set for October 23, with nomination deadlines approaching quickly.

The Economic Times 29 Sep 2026 3:42 pm

PM Modi degree case: Gujarat HC rejects Kejriwal appeal, upholds Rs 25,000 cost on him

The Gujarat High Court has dismissed Arvind Kejriwals appeal against an order quashing a 2016 CIC directive that asked Gujarat University to disclose Prime Minister Narendra Modis academic degree. The court also upheld the earlier Rs 25,000 cost imposed on Kejriwal, finding no reason to interfere with the single-judge ruling.

The Economic Times 29 Sep 2026 3:28 pm

NHRC directs Etah Police to register FIR, Meta to

After OpIndia reported about a home tutor Pratibha using her Instagram page with a misleading bio and posting videos featuring school children hurling abuses at PM Modi, the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has initiated action.

OpIndia 29 Sep 2026 3:06 pm

Congress demands PM

New Delhi: The Congress on Tuesday, September 29, demanded the immediate removal of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, suspension of the SIR, restoration of over 13 crore names struck off from the electoral rolls and the resignation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi for match-fixing polls. The opposition party made the demand after a two-and-a-half hour 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 29 Sep 2026 3:01 pm

After CWC meet, Congress says PM has 'no moral right' to remain in office, announces nationwide protests against CEC and SIR

Congress has called for the immediate suspension of the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. Allegations include the illegal removal of 13 crore voters by the Election Commission. The party is demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. A nationwide agitation is planned to address concerns regarding electoral integrity. The opposition INDIA bloc will meet to strategize further actions related to these issues.

The Economic Times 29 Sep 2026 2:34 pm

Govt working on new National Steel Policy; to seek stakeholders' comments: Steel Secy Poundrik

The new policy will set a road map up to 2047 for the Indian steel industry

The Hindu Businessline 29 Sep 2026 2:16 pm

SC To Hear Plea Seeking Suspension Of CEC Gyanesh Kumar Next Week

New Delhi, Sep 29: The Supreme Court on Tuesday agreed to hear next week a PIL seeking suspension of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and challenging the manner in which the Election Commission took certain decisions allegedly without the approval of the other two Election Commissioners. The matter was mentioned before a bench comprising Chief [] The post SC To Hear Plea Seeking Suspension Of CEC Gyanesh Kumar Next Week appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 29 Sep 2026 1:34 pm

BJP alleges security, intelligence lapses during Amit Shah's Keralam visit

BJP national secretary K Surendran raised concerns about security and intelligence failures during Amit Shah's visit to Keralam. Youth Congress activists staged a black flag protest while Shah's convoy was en route. Surendran accused local police of not anticipating the protest and not ensuring adequate security measures. He also noted that Keralam ministers faced backlash from Yuva Morcha members following the incident.

The Economic Times 29 Sep 2026 1:15 pm

No incriminating items found in house search in 2024 suo motu FIR against Suvendu Adhikari: Police to Calcutta HC

Kolkata police reported to the Calcutta High Court that a search yielded no incriminating material. The case involves West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari and a suo motu FIR. The FIR was related to allegations of weapons and cash being stored at a house. Adhikari's lawyer subsequently decided not to pursue the petition based on the police report. The high court dismissed the petition as it was not pressed further.

The Economic Times 29 Sep 2026 1:12 pm

Revanth Reddy says Shiva is God of poor, Ram God of rich, represented by wealthy party like BJP

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy has sparked a political row by saying Lord Shiva is the God of the poor and Lord Ram the God of the rich. He also alleged that the BJP had stolen Lord Ram as a political symbol in northern India. BJP leader Bandi Sanjay Kumar criticised Reddy, saying Telangana itself has major religious centres dedicated to both Lord Shiva and Lord Ram.

The Economic Times 29 Sep 2026 12:37 pm

FBI Names Goldy Brar On Ten Most Wanted List, Announces $1 Mn Reward

WASHINGTON, Sep 29: The FBI has added gangster Satinderjeet Singh alias Goldy Brar to its Ten Most Wanted Fugitives list and announced a reward of USD one million for information leading to his arrest. The FBI said Singh is wanted for his alleged involvement in the Lawrence Bishnoi Organized Crime Group, which it alleges is [] The post FBI Names Goldy Brar On Ten Most Wanted List, Announces $1 Mn Reward appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 29 Sep 2026 12:18 pm

CEC 'puppet' of Modi govt, has no right to remain in office: Kharge at CWC meet, says PM should resign on moral grounds

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge has called for the immediate removal of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. He accused Kumar of acting under pressure from the Prime Minister and alleged discrepancies in the electoral rolls. The Congress Working Committee discussed the matter and outlined demands for transparency in the electoral process. An inquiry has been suggested regarding evidence of irregularities and conspiracies to disenfranchise voters.

The Economic Times 29 Sep 2026 12:10 pm

INDIA bloc to meet on SIR row on Wednesday, Akhilesh Yadav to miss meet due to prior commitments; SP senior leader will attend

The INDIA bloc is planning a high-level meeting to address recent disagreements within the Election Commission. Samajwadi Party President Akhilesh Yadav will not attend as he has prior commitments at a farmers conference in Lucknow. A senior leader from his party will represent him at the upcoming meeting. Earlier, Congress leader KC Venugopal responded to Union Minister JP Nadda regarding allegations against the Election Commission.

The Economic Times 29 Sep 2026 11:38 am

CWC meets on SIR row, to prepare roadmap for ramping up pressure on CEC, govt

Top Congress leaders are preparing to confront Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar regarding alleged irregularities in the Election Commission. The Congress Working Committee is prioritizing this issue, which impacts the democratic framework of the country. Former party chiefs Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi are participating in these discussions to formulate a strategy. The opposition INDIA bloc also plans to convene and address this significant issue in Parliament.

The Economic Times 29 Sep 2026 11:29 am

Former IAS Divya Mittal announces entry into politics from UP

Former IAS officer Divya Mittal on Tuesday announced her entry into politics independently, saying she would begin her political journey from Uttar Pradesh and strive to become the voice of people whose grievances often fail to reach government offices. In a video statement on X, Mittal, who resigned from the Indian Administrative Service (IAS) after 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 29 Sep 2026 11:24 am

'Patently diabolical agenda': Congress on demography panel 'seeking religion-wise data'

The Congress has criticized the Modi government's High-Level Committee on Demographic Changes for its recent requests. The committee seeks extensive religion-based data from the past fifteen years concerning various societal aspects. According to reports, state governments struggle to provide the necessary information requested by the committee. Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh has labeled the committee's agenda as diabolical and biased.

The Economic Times 29 Sep 2026 11:03 am

Fishermen to stage protest against new Secretariat-Assembly project

The fishermen have demanded that the state withdraw its proposal for a Secretariat-Assembly complex at Pattinapakkam in Chennai

The Hindu Businessline 29 Sep 2026 10:45 am

Vijay running govt on reels: EPS Palaniswami hits out at TVK chief over farmer issues ahead of Dharapuram by-poll

Edappadi K. Palaniswami addressed a campaign rally supporting AIADMK candidate Banumathi in Dharapuram. He criticized the government led by Chief Minister Vijay for failing to release irrigation water to farmers. Palaniswami stated that locals are struggling to access drinking water due to administrative negligence. While urging Vijay to focus on governance, he highlighted his own approach when he was Chief Minister.

The Economic Times 29 Sep 2026 9:09 am

BJP to hold key organisational meeting of state in-charges, co-in-charges under Nitin Nabin today

BJP will hold a significant meeting to discuss organizational priorities and strategies for upcoming Assembly elections. The meeting will involve state in-charges and co-in-charges from North India, including Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand. Nitin Nabin will chair the gathering, focusing on electoral strategies and organizational preparedness. Another two-day meeting is scheduled in Mathura to strengthen their approach for the Uttar Pradesh elections.

The Economic Times 29 Sep 2026 8:40 am

Rape cases peaked at 2,199 in 2015, dropped to 1,901 in '25

The Times of India 29 Sep 2026 7:37 am

Government mulls steps to save rabi crops from drought

The Times of India 29 Sep 2026 6:46 am

288 fugitives brought back since 2019: HM Amit Shah

The Times of India 29 Sep 2026 5:53 am

ECI gets 3 months to decide TMC name and symbol dispute

The Supreme Court directed the Election Commission to decide within three months the dispute between rival All India Trinamool Congress factions over the party name, symbol and organisational control. The sides have four weeks to complete pleadings.

The Economic Times 29 Sep 2026 1:05 am

Omar introduces Bills to amend salary, pensions of Ministers, MLAs

Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, who also holds the Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs portfolio, introduced several Bills in the Legislative Assembly during the ongoing Autumn Session. He introduced the Jammu and Kashmir Ease of Doing Business Bill, 2026, designated as L.A. Bill No. 11 of 2026. The proposed legislation seeks to replace permission-based control with [] The post Omar introduces Bills to amend salary, pensions of Ministers, MLAs appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 29 Sep 2026 12:54 am

JK Deptt, Commercial users, security forces owe Rs 6,870 Cr in power dues

PDD cuts electricity to 88,387 defaulters in FY26, 50,226 in FY27 Srinagar, Sep 28: In Jammu and Kashmir, government, semi-government, commercial sectors and security forces establishments owe a whopping over Rs 6870 crore to Power Development Department (PDD) on account of unpaid electricity dues. The government in a reply to the query of MLA [] The post JK Deptt, Commercial users, security forces owe Rs 6,870 Cr in power dues appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 29 Sep 2026 12:51 am

1238 posts referred for recruitment in Health: Govt

Srinagar, Sep 28: The government on Monday informed the Legislative Assembly that it has referred 1238 posts in the Health and Medical Education Department to recruitment agencies in the recent past. In a written reply to a question by MLA Wagoora-Kreeri Irfan Hafiz Lone informed the house that 480 Medical Officer (Allopathic) posts were referred [] The post 1238 posts referred for recruitment in Health: Govt appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 29 Sep 2026 12:50 am

Amidst uproar, BJP runs mock Assembly from Well

BJP, Congress MLAs marshalled out; Speaker warns protesting members of strict action Srinagar, Sep 28: The Legislative Assembly witnessed high drama on Monday as BJP legislators staged a mock Assembly session from the Well of the House, while the ongoing uproar led to the marshalling out of BJP and Congress members during the debate [] The post Amidst uproar, BJP runs mock Assembly from Well appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 29 Sep 2026 12:48 am

No eligible PMAY-G household deleted: Govt

Srinagar, Sep 28 : The Jammu and Kashmir government has said that no eligible household or individual has been deliberately and officially rejected or deleted from the Awaas+ database under the Pradhan Mantri Awaas Yojana-Gramin (PMAY-G), while 42,540 system-flagged cases have been recommended for deletion after verification at the Block and District levels. The issue [] The post No eligible PMAY-G household deleted: Govt appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 29 Sep 2026 12:46 am

JK Govt yet to notify HQ of National Law University

Srinagar, Sep 28: The Jammu and Kashmir government is yet to notify the headquarters or location of the proposed Jammu and Kashmir National Law University under the Jammu and Kashmir National Law University Act, 2018, the Legislative Assembly was informed. The issue was raised by MLA Sunil Sharma through a question, seeking details about whether [] The post JK Govt yet to notify HQ of National Law University appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 29 Sep 2026 12:45 am

Video of SPO taking bribe at Naka goes viral

Jammu Tawi /Kathua, September 28: Kathua Police have taken strict disciplinary action after a video allegedly showing a Special Police Officer (SPO) accepting 100 from a truck driver during naka-checking duty at the Lakhanpur Truck Terminal Point went viral. As per Order No. 768/2026 dated September 28, 2026, issued by the Senior Superintendent of Police [] The post Video of SPO taking bribe at Naka goes viral appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 29 Sep 2026 12:40 am

J&K Assembly passes statehood resolution amid BJP protests, walkout

The resolution was moved by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday last week and was passed on Monday after several legislators including from the ruling National Conference who spoke about the resolution and had brought amendments to include direct mention of Article 370, 35 (A), state flag, pre-1953 position and special status of J&K.

The Economic Times 29 Sep 2026 12:15 am

Sohrabuddin Case: 22 acquittals to be examined

The Supreme Court has agreed to examine whether the acquittal of 22 accused in the 2005 Sohrabuddin Sheikh alleged fake encounter case requires scrutiny, particularly after 92 of 210 prosecution witnesses turned hostile. A bench headed by CJI Surya Kant sought the CBIs response and asked for statements of key witnesses, while making it clear that it would not revisit Amit Shahs discharge, which had become final in 2016.

The Economic Times 29 Sep 2026 12:13 am

Himanta Biswa Sarma repeating Amit Shah's Jantar Mantar mistakes: CJP's Ashutosh Ranka

Ranka along with 40 other volunteers were detained on Sunday and later released late at night. The illegal detention by Assam Police has finally ended. We have asked Police to go and drop us from where we were picked up illegally in the first place, Ranka said.

The Economic Times 29 Sep 2026 12:09 am

Adhocism rules the roost in J

Vacant key posts hamper functioning, supervision of infrastructure projects across J&K Ajay Sharma Jammu, September 28: A large number of key posts in the Public Works Department (PWD) and allied engineering departments are lying vacant across Jammu and Kashmir for several months, raising questions over the effective supervision and implementation of ongoing infrastructure projects. [] The post Adhocism rules the roost in J&K PWD appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 29 Sep 2026 12:08 am

Pre-NPS appointees in J

Arvind Sharma JAMMU Tawi, Sept 28: The government employees of Jammu and Kashmir who were appointed against posts or vacancies advertised or notified before the introduction of the New Pension Scheme (NPS) in this Union Territory (UT) will now get a one-time opportunity to switch to the Old Pension Scheme (OPS). In this [] The post Pre-NPS appointees in J&K to get one-time option for old pension scheme appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 29 Sep 2026 12:07 am

No reason to doubt West Bengal speaker: SC dismisses petition

Supreme Court has dismissed a plea seeking directions to the West Bengal Assembly Speaker to decide disqualification petitions against 10 rebel Trinamool Congress MLAs. A bench headed by CJI Surya Kant said there was no reason to doubt the Speaker, noting that the petitions were filed on July 8 and that disqualification proceedings under the Tenth Schedule are ordinarily expected to be decided within three months.

The Economic Times 29 Sep 2026 12:02 am

No place for Pakistani agenda in J

BJP rejects pre1953 references Srinagar, Sep 28: Leader of Opposition Sunil Kumar Sharma on Monday said there was no place for any Pakistani agenda in Jammu and Kashmir, asserting that the Union Territory would remain an integral part of India. Addressing reporters, Sharma said the BJP was committed to the restoration of statehood but opposed [] The post No place for Pakistani agenda in J&K: LoP Sharma appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 29 Sep 2026 12:01 am

AAP's Gayatri Bishnoi vacates Chandigarh bungalow

Bishnoi, who is the AAP's observer in Punjab, landed in the eye of a political storm after Congress MLA Sukhpal Singh Khaira, in a video released on X, made an off-colour remark alleging that Bishnoi was staying at a Chandigarh government bungalow with former Delhi deputy chief minister Manish Sisodia. Bungalow number 960 in Sector 39A had been allotted to minister Ravjot Singh.

The Economic Times 28 Sep 2026 11:54 pm

Omar Abdullah: If guns decide statehood, Pakistan will decide

BJP protests as assembly resolution refers to 2000 autonomy demand

The Times of India 28 Sep 2026 11:51 pm

SC rejects plea to advance hearing on Bengal SIR ahead of byelections

The Supreme Court on Monday declined to advance the hearing of pleas challenging the pendency of appeals linked to the special intensive revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in West Bengal, ahead of the October 6 bypolls in Nandigram and Rejinagar.

The Economic Times 28 Sep 2026 11:40 pm

India eyes permanent seat at high table of UN Security Council

Global South working towards UNSCs expansion and reform By Kalyani Shankar India is campaigning for both a permanent and a non-permanent seat on the UN Security Council. Securing a permanent seat requires significant changes to the UN structure, which are progressing slowly. India is seen as a key voice for the Global South [] The post India eyes permanent seat at high table of UN Security Council appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 28 Sep 2026 11:10 pm

Bank strike called off after agreement on forming a high-level committee

IBA and UFBU agree to discuss mode of implementation and modification By Dr. Gyan Pathak United Forum of Bank Unions (UFBU) called off its three-day all India bank strike from September 28 to 30, 2026 in the late night of September 27. In a circular issued in the late night, UBFU said that [] The post Bank strike called off after agreement on forming a high-level committee appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 28 Sep 2026 11:07 pm

The Cost of Fragmentation is No Longer Hidden

Broken information flows have long cost hospitals in lost clinician hours and stuck claims; the case now is for systems built to talk to each other Dr Girdhar J. Gyani Across much of India, the patient is still the main link between one doctor and the next. She carries her own medical history [] The post The Cost of Fragmentation is No Longer Hidden appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 28 Sep 2026 11:03 pm

Insurance Reform Push Needs the Right Balance

By Shivanand Pandit The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) has proposed major changes to how insurance companies pay agents, banks, brokers, and other distributors. The aim is to reduce excessive distribution costs, curb mis-selling and improve value for policyholders. However, the proposed changes have also raised concerns about whether lower commissions could [] The post Insurance Reform Push Needs the Right Balance appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 28 Sep 2026 11:00 pm

Slap row: Delhi Police files non-cognisable report for voluntarily causing hurt against Parvesh Verma

Delhi Police has filed a non-cognisable report against PWD Minister Parvesh Verma under Section 115 of the BNS after he allegedly slapped a man during a road inspection in west Delhi. The incident, captured on video, followed an AAP MLA questioning the quality of newly laid roadwork.

The Economic Times 28 Sep 2026 8:35 pm

Violent protests rock LPU: Read the story behind the

From a 500 loan and a small sweet shop in Jalandhar to a 2,000-crore education empire, this is the story behind the Lovely in Lovely Professional University

OpIndia 28 Sep 2026 8:25 pm

Khairatabad Assembly seat officially declared vacant

Hyderabad: The Telangana Assembly Secretariat on Monday, September 28, notified the Khairatabad Assembly constituency seat as vacant, thus making way for the bypoll. The notification was issued by Assembly Secretary Rendla Thirupathi, under provisions of the Tenth Schedule (anti-defection law) read with Article 191(2) of the Constitution of India. Danam Nagender was disqualified as the 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 28 Sep 2026 7:56 pm

AIMIM makes changes, appoints new general secretary

Hyderabad: The All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM), on Monday, September 28, announced new appointments, indicating a shift in administrative reconstruction. Syed Abdul Hussain Anwar is the partys new general secretary. The position was earlier held by Syed Ahmed Pasha Quadri, who passed away in February this year. Syed Mushtaq Ahmed has been appointed as the 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 28 Sep 2026 6:33 pm

Did priests just sit and sing Bhajans outside when the Jihadi armies of Mahmud of Ghazni destroyed and plundered Somnath Temple?

Pro-Congress journalist Mrinal Pande falsely claimed that when the armies of Mahmud of Ghazni attacked and plundered the Somnath Temple, its priests were sitting outside and singing Bhajans asking for Lord Shiva's blessings, even as historical sources document that priests and local Hindus fought bravely.

OpIndia 28 Sep 2026 6:06 pm

AP govt to step up efforts to protect crops from wild elephants in Chittoor

A herd of 11 elephants and two separated elephants have been moving through areas around Padiputlabailu panchayat for 15 days

The Hindu Businessline 28 Sep 2026 6:00 pm

CJP looks to reach out to all Northeast states: Ashutosh Ranka

Ranka said the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) would focus on issues concerning students and youth in the region and provide them a platform to raise their concerns.

The Economic Times 28 Sep 2026 5:01 pm

Congress CWC to meet Tuesday over CEC

New Delhi: Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge has called a meeting of the partys working committee on Tuesday, September 29, where the issue of internal differences in the Election Commission would be discussed, and a roadmap for CEC Gyanesh Kumars removal would be chalked out. Announcing this, Kharge said that the Election Commissioners have exposed the 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 28 Sep 2026 4:57 pm

CJP will not back down till CEC Gyanesh Kumar resigns, says Ranka

CJP spokesperson Ashutosh Ranka on Monday asserted that the outfit would not back down from its demand for the resignation of CEC Gyanesh Kumar over the alleged exclusion of 13 crore names from electoral rolls and challenged him to clear the allegations against him before the press and the public. Ranka claimed that the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) had defrauded 13 crore people by removing their names from electoral rolls and questioned why the BJP was defending Kumar over the allegations. For 48 hours, the ball was in Kumar's court; now it is in CJP's court. We will start our nationwide protest on October 2, and we won't back down till he resigns. CJP is a platform which, if it gets involved in any matter, doesn't let go of it until we win, Ranka told reporters here. On September 24, the CJP demanded Kumar's resignation for allegedly undermining voter rights and warned of a nationwide agitation, including Jantar Mantar 2.0, if he did not step down within 48 ...

Business Standard 28 Sep 2026 4:41 pm

No PUC-no fuel to 50% WFH: Delhi steps up winter pollution curbs from Nov 1

The measures stay in place through February as the Capital braces for winter pollution, when lower temps, stagnant winds, dust, vehicle emissions, and crop-residue burning can push air quality to very poor or severe.

The Hindu Businessline 28 Sep 2026 4:32 pm