Congress CWC demands Modi, Shah, CEC Gyanesh Kumars resignations over SIR

Congress Working Committee convened to demand the resignation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah. The committee also called for the suspension of the special intensive revision process for electoral rolls. Additionally, they urged the restoration of over 13 crore deleted names from these rolls. The meeting focused on launching nationwide agitations against the Election Commission's actions.

BJP hits out at Congress, asks main Opposition to introspect

Smriti Irani reiterated that ECI strengthens India's democratic framework and embodies the dignity of Indian democracy, a system admired and respected by many nations.

Calcutta HC grants interim bail to Congress' Nandigram candidate

HC allowed Nandigram bypoll Congress candidate, Milan Pradhan to campaign for the bypoll, scheduled for October 6, and granted Pradhan relief till October 20. Justice Tirthankar Ghosh directed Pradhan to surrender before the trial court on October 21 and deposit a Rs 20,000 bail bond in each of the six cases for which he was arrested.

Matang community's 5% SC sub-quota call paralyses south Mumbai

The Matang community has sought sub-classification of the Scheduled Caste quota. Thousands of the community's members marched to Mumbai with demands that the state sub-classify them and carve a separate % quota within the SC reservation. The group said the Supreme Court had in 2024 allowed states to do sub-classification of Scheduled Castes and Tribes to ensure that marginalised castes and communities get reservation benefits. They claim that castes like Mahars and Chambhars, who are higher up in the hierarchy, have cornered the majority of the reserved government jobs and educational seats.

Online Fraud Exposed: Two chargesheeted for duping man by seeking online help

JammuTawi, September 29: The Economic Offences Wing of Crime Branch Jammu has filed a chargesheet against two accused in an alleged online fraud case in which a man was reportedly deceived through a phone call and persuaded to transfer money on the pretext of providing urgent medical assistance. The case was registered under FIR No. [] The post Online Fraud Exposed: Two chargesheeted for duping man by seeking online help appeared first on Northlines .

CM-Ministers-MLA Salary Enhancement Bill withdrawn

2 bills withdrawn after BJPs opposition; Pension Hike Bill for former legislators passed Srinagar, Sep 29: Highvoltage drama unfolded in the Jammu & Kashmir Legislative Assembly on Tuesday over three bills seeking enhancement of salaries of the Chief Minister, Cabinet Ministers and MLAs, as well as pension benefits for former legislators. The Bharatiya Janata Party [] The post CM-Ministers-MLA Salary Enhancement Bill withdrawn appeared first on Northlines .

Border youth are inspiration for nation: Sinha

LG urges youth in border areas to compete with their peers in cities Srinagar, September 29: Calling the youth the torchbearers of Indias rich tradition of knowledge and culture, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday said youngsters from border areas are brimming with courage and talent and are an inspiration for the entire nation. Addressing [] The post Border youth are inspiration for nation: Sinha appeared first on Northlines .

Weather to remain dry across J

Jammu Tawi, Sept 29: The Meteorological Centre on Tuesday said that Jammu and Kashmir is likely to witness generally dry weather till October 4, with light rain and snowfall expected over higher reaches on October 5 and 6. According to the latest forecast, the weather is expected to remain generally dry on September 30 and [] The post Weather to remain dry across J&K till Oct 4: MeT appeared first on Northlines .

NHPC Hydro Projects generate Rs 5,537 Cr for J

Srinagar, Sep 29: In past five years Jammu and Kashmir has received substantial revenue of Rs 5537 crores from NHPC projects operating in the Union Territory. The government in a reply to question tabled by MLA Shakti Raj Parihar said that the power generated from the hydropower projects owned and operated by JKPDCL Government of [] The post NHPC Hydro Projects generate Rs 5,537 Cr for J&K 5 years appeared first on Northlines .

26,544 EWS certificates issued in J

Srinagar, Sep 29: The Jammu and Kashmir government has said that 26,544 Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) certificates were issued across the Union Territory during the last two years, with 24,058 issued in Jammu Division and 2,486 in Kashmir Division. The information was provided by the Revenue Department in response to an unstarred question raised by [] The post 26,544 EWS certificates issued in J&K in last 2 yrs appeared first on Northlines .

145 GDCs, 111 Tech institutions functioning in J

Srinagar, Sep 29: The Jammu and Kashmir government has said that 145 Government Degree Colleges (GDCs) are presently functioning across the Union Territory, including six in Bandipora district. The information was provided by the Higher Education Department in response to an unstarred question raised by Bandipora MLA Nizam-ud-din Bhat regarding the number of higher and [] The post 145 GDCs, 111 Tech institutions functioning in J&K appeared first on Northlines .

No proposal to relax EWS criteria: Govt

Srinagar, Sept 29: The Jammu and Kashmir government has said that there is currently no proposal under consideration to relax the existing criteria for Economically Weaker Sections (EWS), including doing away with the prescribed asset-based criteria. The information was provided by the Social Welfare Department in response to a starred question raised by Handwara MLA [] The post No proposal to relax EWS criteria: Govt appeared first on Northlines .

JPC holds meeting to examine Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill 2026

AMN The second meeting of the Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) examining the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026 was held at Parliament Annexe in New Delhi. The committee has been tasked with examining the provisions of the Bill and submitting its report to Parliament by the last day of the first week of the Winter []

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Pradeep Purnekar dies after assault, firing in Thane

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Pradeep Purnekar died after he was allegedly assaulted and shot at by unidentified assailants in Thane, police said, according to PTI.

OpenAI ignored employees who warned it wasn't doing enough about security

In emails, employees said they worried that OpenAI's newest AI models were not being appropriately monitored during testing to gauge the tech's sophistication and to secure the models

When Education Is Already on the Ventilator, Why Reduce Its Oxygen?

Aubaid Ahmad akhoon In this age, education is the remedy for the ailments of the nation. These are the words of wisdom said by Allama Muhammad Iqbal that continue to resonate with the same relevance and significance today as they did decades ago. Hakeem-ul-Ummat Allama Iqbal was a man of foresight who recognized [] The post When Education Is Already on the Ventilator, Why Reduce Its Oxygen? appeared first on Northlines .

Seat-sharing biggest thorn in the way of Congress-SP alliance

Congress falling back on 2017 Arithmetic, SP to contest all 403 By Pradeep Kapoor Seat-sharing has emerged as one of the biggest unresolved issues between the Samajwadi Party and Congress ahead of the 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections. Although Samajwadi Party national president and former chief minister Akhilesh Yadav made it clear [] The post Seat-sharing biggest thorn in the way of Congress-SP alliance appeared first on Northlines .

India-China Economic Relations: Calibrated interdependence amid structural imbalance

By Aleesha India and China, as the largest economies in Asia, remain heavily integrated in terms of trade with each other. However, the relationship between the neighbouring countries is highly imbalanced. As reported by the Department of Commerce, Ministry of Commerce and Industry, bilateral goods trade between the two neighbours stood at $151.10 billion in [] The post India-China Economic Relations: Calibrated interdependence amid structural imbalance appeared first on Northlines .

Prahaar trailer: Rajkummar Rao brings Ujjwal Nikam's story of courage to screen

The trailer of Prahaar The Untold Story of Ujjwal Nikam has been unveiled by the makers. Rajkummar Rao plays the key prosecutor in the upcoming film, which explores Ujjwal Nikams backstory and his involvement in the legal proceedings that followed the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks.

Goldy Brar: FBI's most wanted fugitive carrying $1 mn bounty

Satinderjeet Singh, alias Goldy Brar, a former petty criminal from Punjab, has escalated to become a leader of transnational organised crime and is now featured on the FBI's Ten Most Wanted Fugitives list. The FBI has offered a USD 1 million reward for information leading to his arrest, citing his alleged involvement in assassinations, extortions, and trafficking of narcotics and weapons across the US and Canada. Brar is also linked to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, designated an individual terrorist by India, and accused of orchestrating the murder of Punjabi singer Sidhu Moosewala.

Anthropic's IPO filings: Massive losses, rising costs and more

Revenue grew 12-fold in 2025 to nearly $4.6 billion, even as the company lost more than $8 billion on an operating basis, excluding writedowns of various liabilities

China's AI agents can lie and scheme, just like their US rivals

These results provide evidence that the ingredients necessary for an uncontrolled escape are present, said Colin Shea-Blymyer, a research fellow said

Jaishankar at UNGA 81: More Indian coverage, Less Western traction

Bigger Diplomatic victory would need steps towards UNSC reform By T N Ashok External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankars appearance at the 81st UN General Assembly has generated substantial coverage in Indian media, while the response in the United States and Europe has been more selective and issue-driven. The distinction matters: Indian coverage has [] The post Jaishankar at UNGA 81: More Indian coverage, Less Western traction appeared first on Northlines .

Apple's new iPhone and iPad security feature can protect you from scammers

One of iOS 27's coolest security features didn't make headlines, but it could stop you from falling for a scam.

'You succeeded where Richard Nixon failed': Ted Cruz goes berserk on Jack Smith in explosive hearing

Chinas CPEC Crown Jewel Cracks, Pak's Gwadar Port Faces Baloch Threat, Local Anger And No Cargo

Gwadar was once promoted as the crown jewel of Chinas Belt and Road Initiative. The deep-sea port was supposed to help Beijing bypass the Malacca Strait, move energy through Pakistan and connect Xinjiang to the Arabian Sea. But the reality is starkly different. The port remains commercially underused, major shipping lines prefer established regional hubs and the industrial zones around Gwadar have struggled to take off. At the same time, Chinese workers, convoys and infrastructure have faced repeated attacks from Baloch insurgents. Local residents complain that the port has brought security restrictions, water shortages and limited employment. China cannot easily abandon Gwadar without admitting failure. But expanding the project means spending more money on a corridor that is expensive, vulnerable and politically unpopular. This report examines why Gwadar has become a liability for China and what its decline means for India and Chabahar.

America Is A Bully, Punch It In The Nose: Ambassador Rajiv Dogra's Blunt Message For India

Former Ambassador and author Rajiv Dogra delivered one of the sharpest lines, calling America a bully that backs off the moment it's confronted. He argues that India has been far too reluctant to do the confronting. Asked what leverage India actually has against Washington, unlike China's rare earths or technology cards, Dogra's answer is blunt: international behaviour doesn't run on cards, it runs on courage. He points to Iran, written off as unlikely to survive days of confrontation. He also refers to Ukraine, predicted to fall to Russia within three days. His message to India is unambiguous, stop waiting for the perfect strategic card and start acting with conviction. Watch his sharp, no-nonsense take on how India should deal with Trump's America.Watch the full episode of Axis Podcast here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wRwnH-hJhbk

Punjab: AAP govt felicitates 20 Anganwadi workers as 'Nasha Mukti Mitras'

'No evidence that': Lindsay Clancy attorney seeks to dismiss murder case; Judge sets Nov 2 hearing

27-yr-old dies of electrocution in Poonch

Gurmeet Kour Jammu Tawi/Poonch, September 29: A 27-year-old youth died after reportedly coming into contact with a live electrical current in the Bandi area of Sawjian, Mandi tehsil, in Poonch district on Tuesday. According to preliminary information, the youth had gone to the Bandi area in connection with some work when he reportedly [] The post 27-yr-old dies of electrocution in Poonch appeared first on Northlines .

'The original sin': Cornyn goes after Garland over Jack Smith appointment at Senate hearing

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Total dirtbag: Schmitt rips Jack Smith, then clashes with Klobuchar for 'rehabilitating' witness

CISF jawan shoots dead 4 colleagues in J-K's Kathua; held

Four Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) personnel, including an assistant commandant, were killed in Jammu and Kashmir's Kathua district after a colleague allegedly opened fire following an argument. The accused has been arrested and an investigation is underway.

Prince William and Catherine's surprise visit to Kevin Sinfield's charity run

The rugby league star is on the third day of his endurance challenge to raise funds for Motor Neurone Disease charities.

NPS Vatsalya: Who can make gift contributions to a child's account? Explained

NPS Vatsalya allows parents to secure their child's financial future by opening an account for minors. Launched in September 2024, it is regulated by the PFRDA, requiring a minimum annual contribution of 1,000.

Eiffel Tower chief to quit after women staff excluded during Hindu group's visit

Eiffel Tower chief to quit after women staff excluded during Hindu group's visit

35 yrs of liberalisation: Hyderabad's journey from IT hub to 'Future City'

Economic liberalisation, policy continuity and global investments transformed Hyderabad from a historic trading centre into a powerhouse of IT, pharma, GCCs and emerging technologies

US appeals court upholds Thomson Reuters' landmark win in AI training lawsuit

A US appeals court on Tuesday upheld a

KSCA keen on int'l-standard cricket stadium in Mangaluru

UK's Burnham risks reopening Brexit debate with bid to find consensus on EU ties

Prime Minister Andy Burnham risked reopening the bitter division over Britain's departure from the European Union on Tuesday by vowing to seek a consensus on closer ties with the bloc. The promise comes 10

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Satya, Yogi Babu's film titled 'Golden Bhagyam'

Digital Desk | Hyderabad, Sep 29 (IANS) The makers of director Pawan Basamsetti's eagerly awaited comedy entertainer, featuring two comical powerhouses Satya and Yogi Babu in the lead, have now announced 'Golden Bhagyam' as the title of their film. Nagarjuna Reddy and Pawan Basamsetti are jointly producing the project under the banners of Dream Movie Makers and Nayavayu Chitralu. The film marks the maiden production venture of both banners. The team on Tuesday unveiled the title with a video that offered viewers a glimpse at the unique concept. Interestingly, this does not appear to be a conventional Telugu or Tamil film, but a Telumil project that brings together Telugu and Tamil languages along with popular actors from both industries. The glimpse video begins on a humorous note, with a Telugu man and a Tamil man enjoying their respective favourite foods while proudly claiming that their cuisine is the best. The Telugu character relishes biryani with a cool drink, while the Tamil character enjoys idli with sambar. Their light-hearted argument takes a fun turn when another person interrupts them and points out that there is a much bigger combination in store. That leads to the stylish introduction of Satya and Yogi Babu, who appear in traditional white-and-white attire. The director then gives them an intriguing description of their story, revealing that it blends love with crime and action elements. The glimpse concludes with the title reveal, Golden Bhagyam. Director Pawan Basamsetti seems to have attempted something unique by bringing together two of the most popular comedy actors from the Telugu and Tamil film industries for a bilingual crossover entertainer. Adding to the fun, Telugu actor Satya is seen speaking Tamil, while Tamil star Yogi Babu is seen speaking Telugu. The glimpse also playfully presents them as a major Telugu-Tamil combination, with massive multi-starrer cutouts featured in the backdrop. Going by the glimpse, the film promises to be an out-and-out entertainer built around the unique chemistry of its lead actors. Satya and Yogi Babu are expected to be the films biggest source of humour, with their individual comic styles and impeccable timing coming together for the first time in this setting. Sources close to the unit of the film say that Jayashree and Athiraj will play the female leads in the film. Vennela Kishore, Sudharshan, Kishore Tirumala, Rohini, Tanikella Bharani and Sunil Reddy too will be seen in pivotal roles in the film, they added. The film also features an accomplished technical crew. Malayalam cinematographer Bablu Aju is handling the visuals, while Pawan CH is composing the music. Kamesh is in charge of the production design, with Ravi Teja Girijala overseeing the editing. Adding another humorous touch to the announcement, the makers initially announced the film for a Sankranthi release, only to move it beyond Sankranthi and eventually announce its arrival simply within the year. The playful announcement perfectly matched the fun spirit of the project.

Americans are struggling to find affordable used cars: Here's what a $10,000-$15,000 budget gets you in 2026

Used-car buyers are encountering obstacles as they search for older models that come with increased mileage and higher prices. The pool of affordable used cars is diminishing, making it particularly tough for those on tight budgets. Additionally, the pricing of new cars is exerting upward pressure on the used market, resulting in climbing average prices for pre-owned vehicles.

Dots are OpenAI's new personal agents and soon you'll be able to control several of them

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Iran's parliament speaker warns of regret-inducing response to any US threat, adventurism

Digital Desk | Tehran, Seo 29 (IANS) Iran's Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf on Tuesday warned that the country's response to any US threat or adventurism would be egret-inducing and swift, according to the official news agency IRNA. Speaking at an open session of parliament, Bagher said the era of intimidating the civilised Iranian nation had ended and that Iran would never be forced to back down from its rights and demands despite threats, rhetoric, or economic and aerial blockades. He said that US President Donald Trump's recent remarks at the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) and his insult to the Iranian nation demonstrated that Washington has not yet changed its hostile posture, Xinhua News Agency reported. Ghalibaf also warned against Trump's hetoric about the US control over the Strait of Hormuz, saying, In a region where we do not sell oil, no one else will sell oil either; and if our security is not ensured, no infrastructure will be safe. Ebrahim Azizi, chairman of the Iranian parliament's national security and foreign policy committee, told IRNA that if the United States makes another miscalculation and takes any action against Iran's national interests and security, such as waging another war or continuing the naval blockade, it will receive painful and crushing blows. In his speech at the UNGA in New York, Trump said, I have a big decision to make on Iran, asking whether a deal would be made with Iran that lets them ebuild and create a far greater country than it ever was before, or whether he should annihilate the Islamic Republic and do it quickly. Earlier, Trump said that members of his team had spoken to Iran, but gave no indication of progress towards ending the war. He said he expected the confrontation to conclude quickly one way or the other. Asked at the White House whether his team had spoken to Iran, Trump replied, Yeah, they have. A reporter followed up with a question referring to mediators, and he again answered, Yeah. He did not identify those involved, specify how the contact took place or describe what was discussed.

CISF Head Constable shoots four colleagues dead at hydropower project in J-K's Kathua

Four Central Industrial Securty Force (CISF) personnel were allegedly shot dead by a Head Constable of the force after a verbal argument over an issue at the Sewa-II Hydroelectric Project unit in Jammu and Kashmir's Kathua district. The injured personnel were initially taken to NHPC Hospital, in Himachal Pradesh, where they succumbed to their injuries. The circumstances that led to the altercation and subsequent firing remain under investigation.

INDIA bloc meet: Opposition to sharpen EC, BJP attack - what's on agenda

The INDIA bloc is gathering to address significant concerns regarding the Election Commission's Special Intensive Revision process. This crucial meeting will see opposition parties deliberating on an agitation and a potential motion for the removal of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Key opposition leaders will participate, although some, like the Aam Aadmi Party and DMK, will be absent.

UPL 2026: Vishal Dangwal Creates History With Fastest Fifty, Steals The Show In Tuesday's Fixtures

Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium: USN Indians Vishal Dangwal stole the spotlight after smashing a breathtaking 51 off just 13 balls as the Uttarakhand Premier League (UPL) 2026 witnessed a thrilling day of action at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium in Dehradun on Tuesday. Dangwal's blazing half-century was recorded as the fastest fifty in the history of the Uttarakhand Premier League 2026. In the first match of the day, Haridwar Elmas won the toss and elected to bowl first against Dehradun Warriors. The Warriors produced an impressive batting display, posting 108/7 in 10 overs. Haridwar Elmas struggled in the chase and were bowled out for 84, handing Dehradun Warriors a 24-run victory. Nishu Patel was the standout performer with the ball, claiming four wickets, and was named Player of the Match for his match-winning spell. The second match delivered the days biggest individual highlight. Tehri Titans won the toss and opted to bowl first against USN Indians, but Vishal Dangwal tore into the bowling attack with a sensational 51 runs from just 13 deliveries. His explosive knock powered USN Indians to 122/9 in 10 overs and etched his name into the UPL record books as the fastest fifty in the leagues history. Tehri Titans fought hard in the chase but could manage only 110/9, as USN Indians secured a 12-run victory. The third match saw Rishikesh RiverKings take on Pithoragarh Hurricanes. RiverKings won the toss and chose to bowl, restricting Pithoragarh Hurricanes to 105/5. Aanjaneya Suryavanshi led the Hurricanes batting effort with a blistering 58 off 21 balls. The third match saw Rishikesh RiverKings take on Pithoragarh Hurricanes. RiverKings won the toss and chose to bowl, restricting Pithoragarh Hurricanes to 105/5. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS

Jammu Tourism needs global push

As Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has invited travelers from across India and the world to visit Jammu and Kashmir and experience its natural beauty, culture and hospitality on World Tourism Day, the big question remains: what has the UT Government accomplished to even provide the bare minimum facilities to travelers from foreign lands visiting the [] The post Jammu Tourism needs global push appeared first on Northlines .

Lindsay Clancy's defense shifts strategy in bid to avert retrial

Lindsay Clancy returned to court on Tuesday for the first time since her murder trial ended with a deadlocked jury . Defense attorney Kevin Reddington asked Judge William Sullivan for an acquittal, arguing that there was not enough evidence to prove that the 36-year-old former nurse killed her three young children. This entire case is based on speculation, Reddington said. Where is the admission? Where does she say that she did this? Prosecutor Shanan Buckingham called the argument laughable. Sullivan did not immediately rule. The next hearing in the case is set for Nov. 2. During the trial, Clancys attorneys did not dispute that she fatally strangled her children Cora, 5; Dawson, 3; and 8-month-old Callan with exercise bands at their Duxbury, Mass., home in January 2023.She had been charged with three counts of murder in the first degree. Her lawyers argued that she could not be held criminally responsible for the killings because she was suffering from the rare mental illness that they said made her unable to understand the wrongfulness of her actions. Prosecutors contended that Clancy, who was never formally diagnosed with postpartum psychosis, carefully planned the killings and bears full responsibility for her children's deaths. The trial hinged largely on discussions of Clancy's mental state. Over nearly five weeks of testimony, a series of family members and medical professionals took the stand to describe the mental and emotional struggles she endured in the months leading up to the killings. During deliberations, the 12-member jury informed the judge that the panel was deadlocked: 11 members believed Clancy was not guilty, but one juror refused to apply the legal standard of reasonable doubt, preventing the jury from returning a unanimous not-guilty verdict. The case finally ended on Sept. 4 following nearly 40 hours of deliberation after the jury came to the judge for a third time to inform him that they were deadlocked, which triggered an automatic mistrial under Massachusetts law. Advocacy groups and researchers said the mistrial highlighted how little the medical field knows about postpartum psychosis, a rare illness estimated to affect one to two per 1,000 women after delivery . Clancy, who is paralyzed from the waist down since jumping from a second-story window after strangling her children, is expected to remain at a psychiatric hospital where she's been held for the last three years until her case is resolved. Clancy's attorneys have also asked the judge to dismiss the case on the grounds that the holdout juror should have been removed. Prosecutors have yet to decide whether to retry Clancy, Plymouth County District Attorney Timothy Cruz told reporters after the hearing. They could choose to retry her on first-degree murder charges, seek to try her on lesser charges, negotiate a plea deal or drop the case altogether. We are going to do what we can for the children, Cruz said. That is what this case is about. This is a breaking news story. Refresh this page for updates. If you or someone you know is experiencing suicidal thoughts, call 911, or call the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255 or text HOME to the Crisis Text Line at 741741. This article originally appeared on Yahoo News at https://www.yahoo.com/news/us/article/lindsay-clancys-lawyer-now-says-there-isnt-enough-evidence-to-prove-she-killed-her-children-143656285.html

Over 100 Names, Rape Claims: Inside Silicon Valley's Secret 'Whisper Network'

The private document is part of a so-called whisper network used by women in Silicon Valley to warn one another about alleged sexual misconduct, according to several insiders who have seen it.

NIA arrests 13 in JMB-linked terror conspiracy case after searches across 3 states

'Doctor Who' fans furious after BBC boss calls AI-generated episode

Highlights BBC Director-General Matt Brittin said he watched a 50-minute AI-generated episode of Doctor Who Brittin described the episode as pretty good while discussing the future of artificial intelligence His comments have sparked angry reactions from Doctor Who fans online The BBC is currently looking for a new production company to take the long-running sci-fi series forward Doctor Who fans have reacted angrily after BBC Director-General Matt Brittin revealed that he had watched a 50-minute episode of the sci-fi series made entirely using artificial intelligence. Brittin described the episode as pretty good while speaking about the growing role of AI in television. His comments have since prompted some fans to question what the technology could mean for the future of the beloved series. Who is BBC boss Matt Brittin? Matt Brittin became the BBCs Director-General in May 2026. He is the corporations chief executive and editor-in-chief, with responsibility for its editorial, operational and creative direction. Before joining the BBC, Brittin spent 18 years at Google, where he held senior roles including leading the companys Europe, Middle East and Africa business. His comments came during the Royal Television Societys London Convention, where the use of AI in television was a major topic of discussion. Brittin said that AI would not replace human creators, but argued that the technology was already giving people the ability to produce content at a level once associated with major Hollywood studios. Doctor Who fans react to AI comments Brittin said someone had recently sent him a 50-minute Doctor Who episode created using AI. It's pretty good, he said. He did not reveal who made the episode or whether it featured existing Doctor Who actors or entirely AI-generated characters. The remarks quickly drew strong reactions online, with some fans describing the idea of AI-generated Doctor Who as unacceptable and saying they would stop watching if the BBC adopted such an approach. One fan called the comments a pretty damning admission, while another described being a Doctor Who fan in 2026 as a non stop humiliation and said the show was over. What is happening with Doctor Who? The comments come at a major moment for the franchise. The BBC has put Doctor Who out to competitive tender, inviting production companies to pitch for a new multi-episode series with potential specials. The broadcaster has said it wants the next version to remain true to the qualities that have made the series popular across generations, while also being contemporary and creatively ambitious. The BBC has also said it is looking towards a potential return in 2028 or 2029. Brittin, meanwhile, has stressed that AI will not replace human creativity, saying the BBC wants to experiment with the technology while putting appropriate safeguards in place.

MHA officials arrested for allegedly seeking bribe to facilitate FCRA registration

Jackie Shroff, Sharad Kelkar's Kaali Kheti gets a release date

Jackie Shroff, Sharad Kelkar's Kaali Kheti is written and directed by Haris Imtiyaz Khan and is set against a rural backdrop and explores a world where family, legacy and buried truths come together to create an unsettling tale of fear.

Manchester City Found Guilty Of Major Financial Rule Breaches, Club's Next Move Revealed

The Premier League said on Tuesday that Manchester City have been found guilty of serious breaches of the Premier League's financial rules over a nine-season period between 2009 and 2018.

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Man City guilty of 'sham' contracts and misleading accounts

The Premier League confirms that Manchester City have been found guilty of all charges related to breaches of Premier League financial rules between 2009-10 and 2017-18.

Akka OTT release date details: When and where will Keerthy Suresh and Radhika Apte's period gangster series stream

Keerthy Suresh and Radhika Apte's much-awaited series Akka takes viewers into a fictional South Indian town in the 1980s, where a powerful sisterhood of women controls an underground criminal empire. Their carefully built world comes under threat when a mysterious outsider arrives with a personal vendetta, triggering rivalries, betrayal and a wider struggle for power. The period gangster thriller marks Keerthy Suresh's OTT debut and also stars Tanvi Azmi in a key role.

How Russia's ballistic missiles, jet-powered drones have kept Ukraine under pressure

Reports indicate that Russia is intensifying its attacks on Ukraine, targeting key cities with ballistic missiles and drones. As Ukraine grapples with a lack of US-made Patriot missiles, the capability of its air defenses is being severely tested. Ukrainian officials claim that these strikes are a strategic move by Russia to weaken their defense.

Morocco's king appoints the country's first woman Prime Minister Fatima Zahra Mansouri

Fatima Zahra Mansouri has been appointed as the new prime minister of Morocco by King Mohammed VI. She is the first woman to hold this position in the Muslim kingdom. Mansouri, previously the mayor of Marrakech, is expected to form a coalition government soon. Her administration will focus on addressing inflation, creating jobs, and planning for the 2030 FIFA World Cup investments.

India's Sustainable Aviation Fuel readiness surpasses 50 percent: Report

Indias Sustainable Aviation Fuel readiness is estimated to be approximately 52 percent, showing modest growth in adoption. The country plans to reach blending targets of 1 percent by 2027 and 5 percent by 2030. Coordinated action across stakeholders will be important to support the development of the SAF market in India.

Faisal Islam: Triple lock move is significant, but it's a gamble

I had expected him to try to forge a political consensus on this thorny issue at this stage, but he has gone further than that.

Big Bang Theory Sequel Season 2 is racing ahead as Stuarts multiverse disaster is not over, here's the expected release timeline

The season ends with Stuart Bloom and his friends trapped in yet another bizarre reality. There, they come across a TV production called Stuart Fails to Save the Universe. They soon realize alternate versions of themselves are acting out their lives as a sitcom. A studio audience watches it all unfold.

Mithun Chakraborty Caused A Stampede On SRK's Om Shanti Om Sets, Reveals Farah

Released in 2007, Deewangi Deewangi brought together an extraordinary line-up of Bollywood stars alongside Shah Rukh Khan

GOP senator's conspiracy theory about Jack Smith unravels during hearing

A Republican senator's attempt to throw evidence at a long-running conspiracy theory against Jack Smith blew up in his face during a heated congressional hearing Tuesday. A phenomenal moment in the Senate. Eric Schmitt, R-Mo., claims he has evidence Jack Smith went to a HAWKS game in Atlanta. Smith denies it. Schmitt declares he has busted Jack Smith for perjury. Smith, vexed, says he went to HAWKEYES game in Maryland. Watch the whole thing: pic.twitter.com/J07o5Uwfxi Sahil Kapur (@sahilkapur) September 29, 2026 Senator Eric Schmitt, who accused the former special counsel of perjury and labeled him a total dirtbag, invoked a conspiracy theory that Smith's team conspired with state prosecutors in Georgia and claimed that he had evidence that Smith was attending an NBA game in Atlanta at the time. In the middle of Tuesday's Senate Judiciary Committee, Schmitt held up a poster board containing what he claimed were text messages from Smith's staff stating that the special counsel was attending an Atlanta Hawks NBA game and suggested that he colluded with Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis to prosecute the president and his allies. Smith was attending a basketball game that day. But it was the Iowa Hawkeyes, not the Hawks. And it was in Maryland. Schmitt, who was corrected by Democratic Senator Amy Klobuchar, shouted out across the panel as the pair argued over his claims. Republican Sen Eric Schmitt (left) tried to elevate a conspiracy theory against Jack Smith that immediately blew up in his face during a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing on September 29 (Getty) Perhaps you should have looked at it more carefully, Klobuchar told him. Whose questioning is this, by the way? Schmitt yelled out. Are we just having an open session here? Well, I'm glad you're trying to rehabilitate the witness. I think that people should have their facts straight before they accuse someone of being a dirtbag, Klobuchar said. You have your teams wrong, sir. The former special counsel who oversaw two indictments against Donald Trump has repeatedly defended his office's work after finding that the president 'engaged in serious crimes against our nation' (AFP/Getty) The former special counsel faced another round of attacks from Republican members of the committee who have characterized him as a leading figure in what Trump has called the weaponization of the Department of Justice against his allies. You make me want to throw up in my mouth, Louisiana Senator John Kennedy told him. You make what President Nixon did at Watergate look like a Sunday picnic, added Senator Mike Lee. Smith has repeatedly testified that he never traveled to Atlanta while serving as special counsel overseeing indictments against Trump, who faced criminal charges over his attempts to overturn the results of the 2020 election and failure to stop a mob of his supporters from storming the Capitol on January 6, 2021. The president also faced 40 separate charges stemming from allegations that he withheld hundreds of documents at his Mar-a-Lago compound after leaving office, and then obstructed federal law enforcement efforts to retrieve them. After Trump won the 2024 election, Smith filed motions to dismiss both cases altogether, a decision that appeared inevitable; the special counsel's office determined he could not prosecute a sitting president. Smith then completed his reports on the investigations, submitted them to the Office of Attorney General and resigned. Willis, meanwhile, failed to keep herself on the Georgia case following a lengthy court battle after she admitted to hiring a former romantic partner as a special prosecutor. Schmitt, whose staff briefly held up a poster board of text messages that was not shown to other members, suggested Smith had traveled to Atlanta after Willis came clean. He then suggested Smith was lying to the panel. You may think you're a hero in this story. But let me tell you something, you've done so much damage, he told Smith. You will go down as a total dirtbag. The Hawks played the Golden State Warriors inside Atlanta's State Farm Arena on February 3, 2024. The Iowa Hawkeyes women's basketball team played the Maryland Tarrapins that same day but in College Park, Maryland. I recall going to a University of Maryland basketball game where Caitlin Clark was playing right around that time, and the Marshals Service was there with me, you could check, Smith testified. For a U.S. senator to have false information and imply, based on a confusion about the name of a team, that you were in another city and somehow involved that day in what was happening in Georgia and then call you a 'dirtbag' is something that deserves an apology, Klobuchar said. Schmitt claimed Smith was lying to Congress and labeled him a 'dirtbag' after he baselessly accused him of conspiring with prosecutors in Georgia (Reuters) A crusade from Trump's Republican allies in Congress to prosecute Smith kicked off last year, when Senate Republicans falsely accused the former special counsel and FBI investigators of tapping their phones. Instead, Smith's team sought a preliminary toll analysis of phone records, which only include what numbers were called and when and for how long. They do not include the contents of messages or conversations, which would require a court-approved wiretap. Senator Dick Durbin, the committee's top Democrat, called attacks against him petty, personal and political. They are nothing but a smokescreen but to distract from the president's own, clear unlawful conduct, Durbin said in his opening remarks. Smith has defended the investigations, stating that prosecutors uncovered evidence that the president engaged in serious crimes against our nation. If asked whether to prosecute a former president today based on the same facts I would do so regardless if that president was a Republican or a Democrat, Smith said in his opening statement Tuesday. I will not be silenced by the continued threats of prosecution from the president and others, he said. I myself have been threatened with jail by the president of the United States, but I remain confident in the rule of law. 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