Man held with 21 litres of suspected IMFL in Kochi
YSRCP stages film inspired protest over rising prices of essential commodities
Leaking P&T apartmentskeep students out ofschool; SHRC orders probe
Schoolbags and books have been repeatedly soaked by leaks in apartment complex housing around 65 schoolchildren, say residents; GCDA, which constructed the towers, asked to submit report
Women workers sign agreement with garment unit after months-long dispute over layoffs, unpaid dues
Protest at Jamia: student outfits unite against suspension orders, irregularities in admissions
Delhi SIR: AAP criticises EC over 1.67 lakh deletions in Burari, seeks details
The souths muted voice as political power shifts north
The souths political retreat from its once-influential national role comes amid growing anxieties over representation and federalism
The two balance sheets behind every e-waste decision
The economics of e-waste demand decisions beyond immediate cost savings
E-waste collection faces gaps as government sets sights on recycling for precious metals
Even as the Union government has introduced schemes to increase recycling of rare earth elements and precious metals in electronics, experts cite steep hurdles in formalisation and implementation
Aided school HM from Madurai suspended over administrative inefficiency
District Entomologist posts remain vacant in over 40 Health Unit Districts
District Entomologists play a critical role in vector-borne disease control. The Tamil Nadu Public Health Entomologists Association says the existing vacancies may adversely impact planning and monitoring of dengue control activities
Five held for abducting man, extorting 25,000 through GPay in Palavanthangal
People in Chennai are just kinder than anywhere else, says T.N. Commissioner of Land Reforms
Har Sahay Meena is Commissioner of Land Reforms, Government of Tamil Nadu
Zelenskyy warns 'safe days in Russian skies are over'
Today, we want to warn every airline that uses Russian airspace, every insurer, and everyone who still uses Russia's key airports: Russian airspace is becoming completely unsafe, says
Nepal floods kill at least 800, civilian deaths in Manipur and more: The week in 5 charts
Last week, devastating floods in Nepal triggered due to a glacial melt killed at least 800, violence flared up in Manipur again, killing four. A fire in a hospital ICU in Maharashtra killed three babies and the CJP announced a second protest march. Here are graphics explaining these and other key stories from last week.
BJP launches 10-day padayatra against corruption in Congress govt.
Vijayendra predicts resignation of another senior Minister in the coming days; BJP broadbases protest to take on government over alleged corruption, diversion of SCSP/TSP funds and failure to adequately address drought
LiDAR survey to look for Lakkundis hidden monuments
MoU was signed on August 27 for use of LiDAR surveys, GIS Mapping, Remote Sensing, Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) and other technologies to help locate structures that may have been concealed by vegetation overgrowth
Delhi government to sell onions at 35 a kg amid surge in prices
Karnataka has again urged the Centre to provide immediate clearance to various pending irrigation and drinking water projects, including the Mekedatu balancing reservoir project
Congress will form counter-strategy to politically tackle BJPs padayatra: Karnataka Chief Minister
The chief minister describes BJPs padayatra as a politica. ploy to divert public attention from its own in internal differences
Delhi Cabinet clears free rooftop solar systems for households using up to 400 units
CWC to have another meet on Tummidihatti 3 weeks later
CMs helpline emerges as lifeline for residents outside UT
Srinagar, Sep 1: A toll-free helpline launched by the Omar Abdullah-led government in the aftermath of the Pahalgam terror attack has evolved into a round-the-clock support mechanism for residents of Jammu and Kashmir facing difficulties across India and abroad. The 24x7 helpline (1800-8900-166) was launched on April 25, 2025, to assist students and residents of J&K following reports of intimidation, harassment and assaults on people from the Union Territory studying or working outside. Set up through the Chief Ministers Office, the helpline was initially intended to provide emergency assistance, coordinate with state governments and law-enforcement agencies, and offer families a direct channel to seek help. Officials said the service has since expanded into a single-window support platform, assisting students, facilitating emergency travel, coordinating with local administrations and addressing various public-service-related concerns. One of its significant interventions came during the Iran-Israel conflict, when students from Jammu and Kashmir were stranded amid escalating tensions. The helpline helped maintain communication with affected students, their families and authorities while facilitating the flow of information during the crisis. The service also received appreciation from students and families following the Pahalgam attack, when uncertainty and concerns over the safety of J&K residents outside the UT were high. Officials said the helpline has handled thousands of calls and messages despite being managed by a single officer posted at the Chief Ministers Secretariat. The officer monitors calls, coordinates responses and follows up with departments and authorities across jurisdictions. Government sources said the initiative reflects the administrations effort to remain accessible beyond conventional office channels and provide residents with direct access to government assistance regardless of their location. More than a year after its launch, the helpline has increasingly become a support and reassurance mechanism for students, workers, professionals and families from Jammu and Kashmir seeking assistance away from home.
BJP challenges Omar on statehood mandate
Srinagar, Sep 1: Jammu and Kashmir Leader of Opposition Sunil Sharma on Tuesday challenged Chief Minister Omar Abdullah to resign and seek a fresh mandate if restoration of statehood is the principal issue on which the National Conference government wants a public verdict. Reacting to the National Conference's announcement of a peaceful protest outside BJP offices in Jammu and Srinagar on Wednesday over the Centre's commitments on restoration of statehood, Sharma accused the ruling party of diverting attention from its alleged failures on governance, employment and other election promises. If the National Conference has the courage, let Omar Abdullah resign and fight fresh elections only on the issue of statehood. The people of Jammu and Kashmir will show you your place, Sharma said. The BJP leader said the National Conference had sought votes in the Assembly elections on several promises, including 200 units of free electricity, no smart meters, 10 kg of ration, one lakh jobs and restoration of Article 370. Today, they are trying to portray statehood as the main issue simply to divert attention from their failures, he said. Sharma also questioned the timing of the NC's proposed protest, alleging that it was intended to dilute the BJP's announced Secretariat Gherao over employment concerns affecting Jammu and Kashmir's youth. He alleged that around 25,000 job opportunities were being compromised through outsourcing and contractual arrangements, claiming that merit and transparency were being undermined. He further alleged that recommendations of National Conference workers were being given undue importance in the distribution of employment opportunities.
Woman chopped into pieces identified in Salem
Will reply during elections if demands not met: JKCDWF
Srinagar, Sept 1: Jammu Kashmir Casual Daily Wagers Forum (JKCDWF) on Tuesday staged a protest to press the government over their demands and asked the government to make public the report of a committee formed six months back for the regularization of their services. Dozens of casual and daily wager employees assembled at Srinagars press enclave today and raised slogans in favour of their demands. Forum President Sajad Ahmad Parray while speaking to the media persons said that they had already announced a peaceful protest on September 1 to demand immediate action on the long-pending issue of regularisation of 61,000 daily wagers. Today, a small group of employees have gathered here to raise the voice over the genuine demands, he said. Criticizing the government yet again for ignoring their plights, the Forum President said that the employees along with their families have voted in favour of the incumbent regime, but in return they forget their promises, rather prefer to raise the salaries of MLAs. The daily wagers and casual labourers employees are being given Rs 9,000 per month and it is not possible to survive on this amid the rising inflation, he said, adding that the opposition must also not act as mute spectators, but raise the genuine voices of the employees. The elections are coming closer and you will get the reply soon in case our genuine demands are not met, he said. Demanding regularization of their services, the employees headed by Forum President Sajad Ahmad Parray, said that the report of a committee formed for the regularization of the daily wagers six months ago, should be made public as well. The employees also demanded the restoration of the old pension scheme.
Kashmirs film festival opens to global cinema
Srinagar, Sep 1: The sixth edition of the International Film Festival of Kashmir (IFFK) began at Tagore Hall, Srinagar on Tuesday, showcasing films from across the world and bringing together filmmakers, artists, students and cinema enthusiasts. The two-day festival is being organised by Kashmir Valley Theatre and Hot Ice Films to provide a platform for filmmakers, researchers, students and audiences to engage with diverse cinematic voices and contemporary film culture. The opening day featured films from India, China, France, Iran, Switzerland, the US, Australia, the UK, Morocco, Nepal and Iraq. The screenings explored themes including identity, grief, healing, social inequality, relationships, freedom, displacement and contemporary human experiences. Among the films screened were Baand by Ali Emran, Rose de Chine by Hugo Bou, Unchain by Amen Sahraei, 1:10 by Sinan Taner, Acid City, Candy Bar, You Know The Rules, Albatross, Anaar Daana, Dear Panther, Maryam, Family Man and Corona Animals. Festival Director Yaqut Mushtaq said the event was aimed not only at screening films but also at promoting media education, film studies, research and experiential learning. He said the festival provides students and emerging filmmakers an opportunity to engage with independent and international cinema while encouraging interaction among filmmakers, academics, artists and audiences. With its international programming and focus on independent cinema, IFFK seeks to strengthen Kashmirs film culture and connect the region with wider global conversations on cinema.
Nun and educationist Sr. Albertine dies at 94
Police to file FIR against disruptive fishing competition organisers
Shillong, Sep 1:The East Khasi Hills district administration has issued show-cause notices to the two organisers of a disruptive fishing competition at Mawryngkneng and directed police to register an FIR against them for alleged violations of the conditions laid down when permission was granted for the event. East Khasi Hills Deputy Commissioner Abhilash Baranwal today [] The post Police to file FIR against disruptive fishing competition organisers first appeared on Highland Post .
Pilot project launched in Laban to combat rabies
Shillong, Sep 1:Pet owners in Shillongs Laban and surrounding areas could face fines, penalties and even criminal cases for violations of prescribed norms, as the district administration launches a pilot programme to tackle rising dog-bite cases and work towards the elimination of human deaths from dog-mediated rabies by 2030. Under the order issued as part [] The post Pilot project launched in Laban to combat rabies first appeared on Highland Post .
Traffic restrictions imposed for Sohra Half Marathon
Shillong, Sep 1: The Sub-Divisional Officer of Sohra has informed of restrictions on road access on the morning of September 4 on account of the 5th Sohra International Half Marathon. Roads along the route will remain closed to all vehicular traffic, except emergency vehicles, from 4:30am to 10am. The roads in question are from Mawkdok [] The post Traffic restrictions imposed for Sohra Half Marathon first appeared on Highland Post .
Train punctuality, operational safety top SCoR review meet
CISA to hold Meghalaya pre-event for NERDIS
Shillong, Sep 1:The Centre for Internal Security Analysis (CISA) will organise the Meghalaya pre-event event of the North Eastern Regional Dialogue on Internal Security (NERDIS-2026) on Tuesday. The dialogue will bring together security practitioners, police and defence officials, academics and policy experts to discuss border challenges, internal security, development and resilience. Dr P.J. Khache, Allahabad [] The post CISA to hold Meghalaya pre-event for NERDIS first appeared on Highland Post .
Balyaspandanam to be rolled out for Anganwadi children in Keralam
Balyaspandanam will be jointly implemented by the Women and Child Development department and the Health and Family Welfare department as part of the governments 100-day programme
HC stays single judge order stalling Kalyana Lakshmi, Shaadi Mubarak schemes
TG wants tripartite partnership to focus on critical minerals exploration, research
Lam Research Corporation, a U.S.-based semiconductor manufacturing equipment and solutions firm, said that as part of the companys corporate social responsibility initiative, it would launch Lam Research Skill Development Programme
Trinamool worker tortured in custody over signboard dispute, says Abhishek Banerjee
Abhishek Banerjee said the BJP government in West Bengal was living in a pools paradise by attempting to crush the Trinamool; he said that people have the final say in a democracy
A.Ps. new building approval system aims to reduce corruption, delays: Palla
Vizag slum redevelopment: residential complex planned for 177 families in Velampeta
Each family to get a 410 sft flat free of cost; rental assistance of 3,000 per month to be provided until completion of the houses
Delhi High Court questions police over failure to arrest key accused in child trafficking case
Nepal PM Shah links devastating floods to climate change
Kathmandu, Sep 1: Nepals Prime Minister Balendra Shah on Tuesday said that the devastating flood that entered Rasuwa through the Bhotekoshi River bordering Tibet last week was due to climate change. There is no doubt that climate change has caused this disaster, as it has been confirmed that the temperature in the Himalayan region has [] The post Nepal PM Shah links devastating floods to climate change first appeared on Highland Post .
CPI(M) seeks permanent solution to Visakhapatnam water shortage
Special Incentive Package Announced for Rooftop Solar Power
A special incentive package has been announced for installing rooftop solar power systems with battery storage, with the price of electricity generated under the scheme set at Tk 10.50 per unit. The Power Division issued a notification in this regard on Tuesday. According to the notification, considering the current market prices and the rates received through various tenders by the Power Division, the maximum cost of generating rooftop solar electricity with battery storage has been set at Tk 8 per unit. As part of the special incentive, a 20 percent profit and an 11.25 percent premium have been added to the generation cost, bringing the price of electricity to Tk 10.50 per unit. If any consumer is able to install such a solar power system at a cost lower than the prescribed amount, the savings will be considered as the consumers share of profit. Under the Net Metering Guideline, 2025, consumers who install rooftop solar power systems by February 28, 2027, and supply surplus electricity to the national grid after meeting their own consumption, will receive Tk 10.50 per unit for electricity supplied to the grid for the next three years, until February 28, 2030. Electricity distribution companies will maintain [] The post Special Incentive Package Announced for Rooftop Solar Power appeared first on Energy Bangla .
Nepal floods: Death toll crosses 1,000 as rescuers recover more bodies; nearly 4,000 still missing
Kathmandu, Sep 1: The death toll from the devastating flash floods in Nepal surged to 1,050 on Tuesday, with security forces recovering more bodies from eight districts of the country, officials said. Rescuers struggled to trace those stranded amid intermittent rainfall and a fresh flood alert as water levels rose in rivers across eastern, central [] The post Nepal floods: Death toll crosses 1,000 as rescuers recover more bodies; nearly 4,000 still missing first appeared on Highland Post .
Woman drowns twin daughters, attempts to kill self
Mansoor Ali Khans Mahadevapura voter-roll complaint forwarded to ECI
BJP protests exclusion of Kalaburagi from drought-hit list
Declare drought within eight days or face Kalaburagi bandh
Undertrial escapes; Two constables suspended
Congress protests FIR against Rahul Gandhi over purification ritual remarks
Centre releases more onion from buffer to ease prices
Union government reduces stock holding limit for dealers to ensure adequate availability of sugar in domestic market and to prevent hoarding and speculative trading
U.S. military strikes Iran after attempted attacks on shipping in Strait of Hormuz
The U.S. and Iran have been engaged in an intermittent war for more than six months, with the recent lull in fighting lasting a month
BJP targetting Rahul Gandhi, says M.B. Patil
Watch: DYFI-SFI rally in Chennai marks S. Anithas death anniversary, seeks NEET exemption for TN
DYFI-SFI held rallies and public meetings across Tamil Nadu on S. Anithas death anniversary, demanding NEET exemption for the State and higher reservation for government school students.
Armed gang kills construction worker; six held by Virudhunagar district police
Fire in cracker shop, huge stocks lost in accident
No role in Malayasias planned repatriation of Myanmar refugees, says UNHCR
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim had earlier said Myanmar had agreed to repatriate 5,000 Rohingya, amid rising tensions over the refugees within local communities in Malaysia
Madurai Corporation launches collection of segregated waste in four types from houses
Watch: Air India 171 crash report in final stages, to be released soon: Civil Aviation Minister
DYFI-SFI held rallies and public meetings across Tamil Nadu on S. Anithas death anniversary, demanding NEET exemption for the State and higher reservation for government school students.
China warns of 'consequences' for Taiwan after Taipei envoys attend Pacific leaders summit
Powerful nations interested in the Pacific have raced in recent years to shore up alliances among its leaders, intensifying a contest for influence between China and the U.S., Taiwan and forum members Australia and New Zealand
Residents seek replacement of defunct drinking water supply valves causing profuse leakage
FQL app scam: Agent ends life, kin blame it on depositors
Around 26% of government school teachers use AI regularly and 72% feel positive about it: Report
Around 26% of government school teachers use AI regularly and 72% feel positive about it: Report
Three get life imprisonment in murder case
Three get life imprisonment in murder case
Take steps to establish animal crematoria: Minister directs GBA
Take steps to establish animal crematoria: Minister directs GBA
Revision of auto fares being reviewed
Traffic advisory issued ahead of Congress protest at Freedom Park on September 2
Traffic advisory issued ahead of Congress protest at Freedom Park on September 2
Supreme Court to hear bail plea of Bhima Koregaon accused Surendra Gadling on October 14
The present bail plea arises from the 2016 Surjagarh arson case, in which several vehicles transporting iron ore from Surjagarh mines in Maharashtras Gadchiroli district were allegedly set ablaze by persons associated with the banned Communist Party of India (Maoist)
Supreme Court to hear bail plea of Bhima Koregaon accused Surendra Gadling on October 14
The present bail plea arises from the 2016 Surjagarh arson case, in which several vehicles transporting iron ore from Surjagarh mines in Maharashtras Gadchiroli district were allegedly set ablaze by persons associated with the banned Communist Party of India (Maoist)
Sun Pharma agrees to supply at MFN pricing to U.S. medicaid programmes
The U.S. is the companys largest market for innovative medicines and a cornerstone of its long-term growth strategy, generating approximately 27% of the companys global revenue.
Sun Pharma agrees to supply at MFN pricing to U.S. medicaid programmes
The U.S. is the companys largest market for innovative medicines and a cornerstone of its long-term growth strategy, generating approximately 27% of the companys global revenue.
New foundation proposed to boost heritage conservation across Karnataka through adoption
Over 2,000 participate in SRMISTs run for environmental harmony
It was held as part of Aaruush 26, the varsitys national-level TechnoManagement Fest
SCO Summit: Pakistan PM Sharif says water must never be weaponised
As chair of the SCO Regional Anti-Terrorist Structure, Pakistan has worked actively to strengthen regional counter-terrorism cooperation, he said
Attempts made to create enmity between Christians, Muslims in past five years, claims Satheesan
Satheesan credits IUML chief Sadiqali Shihab Thangal with resisting attempts to create a rift between communities in the State
Beed mother runs to win prize money for daughters education
Ramabai Ranveer is the sole breadwinner of the family, and works as a domestic cook to support her two daughters
Women dominate voter deletions in five Old City constituencies in Hyderabad: report
Booth in Yakutpura constituency names of 535 women electors were deleted of which 527 were those not listed as ASDD
Team representing India wins 9 medals at 19th International Earth Science Olympiad in Italy
A special achievement of the Indian team was the performance of Soumik Mandal, where he achieved the third-highest individual rank in the 19-year history of the Olympiad
Prime accused in Sivaganga school student murder case escapes from police custody
Germany says Russia responsible for drone attack at Leipzig airport
We assume that Germany is the target of further hybrid attacks by Russia, Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt said in a statement to the media.
Beyond MBA Entrance Exams: How ICFAI Business School's Case-Based Learning Prepares Students for Real-World Business Challenges
Christian leader slams Vijaysai Reddys remarks on forced conversions
The Hindu Property Expo 2026 to be held on September 5, 6
The expo willbring together leading real estate developers, builders, property consultants, financial institutions, and prospective buyers under one roof
CID questions alleged beneficiaries of KPSC recruitment scam
CID officials suspect that Kannale was also involved in other recruitment exams as well, which will be probed later
