The India-EFTA partnership, one plus one equals three
An ambitious India-Europe partnership can deliver across trade, technology, energy and Arctic stewardship
Khadi Santha to be held in city
Defence minister to visit Visakhapatnam in October
Drunk driving suspected in ECIL hit-and-run that left seven bar workers injured
Residents oppose new location of Tasmac outlet in Tiruvannamalai
Revenue officials and the police reached the spot and pacified the agitated residents, who dispersed after assurance from officials that relocation will not be carried out on the proposed land
Tasmac outlet in Vellore burgled
Hard disks of CCTV cameras fixed inside the outlets were missing and the cameras were damaged
Towards a Responsible Media Ecosystem
The Jammu and Kashmir Governments decision to introduce a New Media Policy, 2026, reflects a concern that can no longer be ignored. Digital platforms have transformed the way news is produced, circulated and consumed. But alongside genuine journalism, the online space has also witnessed the rise of anonymous handles, unregistered portals and social media accounts that publish unverified, misleading or fabricated claims. A regulatory framework, therefore, is necessary. Yet the need for regulation must not become an excuse for excessive control. The governments proposal to bring online news platforms within a formal registration and accountability framework is understandable. District administrations are expected to maintain lists of unregistered social media news handles, while the Information Department will formulate guidelines and standard operating procedures. Existing laws, including the Information Technology Act, the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, are also being cited to deal with unlawful online activity. However, the success of the policy will depend less on its stated objectives and more on the manner in which it is implemented. Terms such as misleading, unethical or anti-national can be interpreted broadly. If these expressions are not clearly defined, they could be used selectively against criticism, dissent or uncomfortable reporting. Any new policy must establish transparent procedures, independent scrutiny and a fair opportunity for media organisations and individuals to respond before punitive action is taken. The proposed provisions concerning de-empanelment of media houses and withholding of government advertisements deserve particular caution. Government advertising should not become an instrument to reward favourable coverage or punish critical journalism. Financial pressure can undermine editorial independence as seriously as censorship. Any decision affecting advertisements or accreditation must be based on publicly known criteria, supported by evidence and subject to appeal. The concerns voiced in the Assembly about fabricated content and impersonation are valid. So is the observation that political parties and elected representatives have themselves contributed to the expansion of social media. Public figures routinely use digital platforms to shape narratives, promote activities and reach voters. They must, therefore, accept that accountability cannot apply only to journalists and independent publishers. Official publicity mechanisms and political communication also require transparency. The governments cybercrime coordination centre and the DIPRs fake-news monitoring cell can play a constructive role if their work remains evidence-based and open to scrutiny. Swift rebuttals are useful, but an official denial should not automatically be treated as the final word. Jammu and Kashmir needs a media policy that distinguishes journalism from propaganda, error from deliberate fabrication, and criticism from criminality. Regulation should strengthen public trust, not weaken press freedom. The right response to misinformation is better journalism, transparent governance and due process, not an opaque system that places every digital voice under suspicion.
Export duty on diesel, ATF slashed; petrol unchanged
The government has been conducting a fortnightly review of export levies since March 27, in the backdrop of the conflict in West Asia
Govt. to soon sign MoU for CMRLs takeover of MRTS
The takeover must happen within 90 days of the MoU signing; the Metro Rail will have two years to complete the process, after which it can assume full charge of the MRTS to upgrade its stations
SRM-A.P. features in THE World University Rankings 2027
Declare govt. healthcare institutions as high-security zones: doctors body
SDPGA listed a number of recent incidents that occurred on the premises of hospitals
Northeast monsoon likely to be normal in Tamil Nadu, says IMD
Dubai-Tel Aviv flydubai flight emergency landing: what we know so far
A flydubai pilot was reportedly injured during an altercation aboard a Dubai-Tel Aviv flight, forcing the aircraft to make an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said one pilot stabbed the other and attempted to crash the plane, while flydubai has described the incident as an altercation and said it remains under investigation.
City witnessesdriestmonsoon in decades
54 houses, eight places of worship damaged in MRPL blast
Kannada indie musicians Ashwin Mandoth and Vivek Kiran to release Neenillade
Neenillade a song about absences in life, composed by Ashwin Mandoth and Vivek Kiran, will be released on October 6
BEML Mysuru unveils 60-tonne Electric Dump Truck for mining operations
Mamata backs Rahul as PM, Kharge seeks Opposition unity
Mamata says she has no problem with Rahul Gandhi as a Prime Ministerial candidate, but Kharge cautions that the INDIA bloc should first fight against threats to democracy; Rahul calls the alliance defenders of the Indian Constitution
India-Myanmar defence dialogue to be held in Northeast amid border security concerns
The third edition of the meeting will be held in Guwahati, underlining the growing focus on security challenges in the Northeast
Army Havildar from Markapuram district killed in Arunachal Pradesh accident
Special camp for persons with disabilities in Coimbatore on October 1
Businessman gets two years RI, 7.54 lakh fine for income-tax evasion
Gill breaks Kishans record for fastest ODI double hundred
The Indian skipper surpassed teammate Ishan Kishan, who had taken 126 balls to score an ODI double century against Bangladesh in Chattogram in 2022
Watch: Israeli passenger recounts moments when pilot tried to crash flydubai flight
An Israeli passenger recounted the chaos aboard Flydubai flight FZ1073 after a co-pilot allegedly stabbed the other pilot and attempted to crash the aircraft. The plane landed safely in Saudi Arabia, where the alleged assailant was arrested and passengers later flew to Israel on a replacement aircraft.
Southwest monsoon ends with 12% deficit
Lowest monsoon rainfall since 2015; east and northeast saw driest monsoon since 1901, in line with recent trends; southern pensinsula saw fourth lowest rainfall since 1901; October expected to be hotter and drier than usual in most parts of the country
PNGRB bats for level playing field across EV, CNG and LNG vehicles
The senior official at PNGRB mentioned the level-playing field could be instituted either through required and suitable taxation, subsidies or infrastructure, among other things.
Gurugram to freeze 71 builders accounts to recover unpaid homebuyer dues
The major defaulters include Ansal Housing/Ansal Construction Housing (91 crore), Raheja (90 crore), Vatika (80 crore), Parsvnath (74 crore), Ramprastha (57 crore), IREO (24 crore) and ILD Millennium (8.59 crore).Notices have been issued to the builders directing them to deposit the outstanding amounts.
RoSCTL, RoDTEP schemes extended
Keralam witnesses 7th-lowest southwest monsoon season
According to India Meteorological Department data, nearly 70% of the State remained significantly rain-deficient at the end of the season on September 30. Northeast monsoon, which normally sets in by mid-October, may be below normal during the opening month
INDIA bloc to launch nationwide campaign against CEC, SIR from October 2
Opposition parties to move Supreme Court, hold district-level marches and seek Presidents intervention over electoral roll revision and Election Commission functioning
Swachha Unnathi programme held for sanitation workers in Bantwal taluk
A morning by the river recalls Phalgunis lost traditions
Delhi Police conduct night patrolling, deploy women officers for Pink Patrols
To strengthen night vigilance and enhance womens safety, the Delhi Police conducted citywide night patrols and vehicle inspections. Dedicated female officers were deployed on Pink Patrols to monitor vulnerable public spaces.
Stealing of candidates by clean force caused byelection, alleges Kanimozhi
You took pity on the candidate and voted for her in the election; but she defected to the ruling party; if you vote for the AIADMK again, there may be another by-election, said Kanimozhi
CEC row | Rahul Gandhi was right: Kharge says after INDIA bloc meet
Social activists, advocates seek stricter laws on online access to pornographic content
Prevention must begin before a crime is committed by protecting children from influences that can distort their understanding of sex, consent, and human relationships, members of the Save Culture Save Bharat Foundation say
INDIA bloc members will meet President Murmu and demand action against CEC: John Brittas
Higher Education Department directs private universities to submit audit reports, other details
Venkaiah Naidu calls for preservation of Ongole cattle breed
Participating as the chief guest in the Ongole Utsavam, the former Vice-President reminds the public of their responsibility to conserve these cattle, as many foreign countries were taking the indigenous cattle to develop new breeds
Madras HC directs DVAC to file report on inspections/raids conducted in last five years
Court says it expects the views of the government on issuance of uniform guidelines or a G.O. prescribing the maximum amount a government employee could possess while on duty
Two siblings electrocuted in Ramanathapuram
West Bengal SIR tribunal Judge submits resignation letter, cites long commute
It is difficult to continue under such circumstances, Justice (Retd.) Indrajit Chatterjee, head of the SIR tribunal number 11 dealing with deletions of names from Murshidabad district, says he travels 70-80 km for three-four hours every day
Leak of Sabarimala e-auction details: TDB suspends head clerk
IRDAIs proposed distribution norms ruffle feathers of LIC agents, broker body
Cost efficiency should not be pursued in a manner that reduces the number of active agents or makes the profession economically unsustainable.
Asian Games 2026: India breaks down stubborn Korean defence, reaches final
Ishika and Salima sound the board in the space of four minutes to put the team one step away from gold
Satheesan to open elderly day celebrations in the capital on Thursday
Celebrations are organised by the newly formed Department for Senior Citizens. The CM will also inaugurate welfare schemes launched as part of the 100-day programme of the State government.
Avoid dangerous path of travelling to Russia to join army: MEA
Despite government warnings and efforts to release dozens of Indian recruits from contracts, Indians continue to travel to Russia and join the conflict, lured by job offers, hopes of migration, and misled by recruiters
Watch: SFI protests rising rape cases in Delhi, demands better womens safety
SFI members staged a protest in Delhi over what they called a rise in rape cases, demanding strict action against perpetrators and stronger measures to ensure womens safety.
Afghanistan's Defence Ministry claims forces killed 41 insurgents crossing from Pakistan
The Defence Ministry said the fighters had crossed into Afghanistan with the support of Pakistan.
Changes in PF withdrawal rules lead to protests by garment workers
Labour Minister Santhosh Lad has convened a meeting with all stakeholders on Thursday to discuss the issue
FSSAI licenses suspended of four quick commerce dark stores in Hyderabad over food safety violations
Man found dead in Srinagars Alikadal
Srinagar, Sep 30 : A 35-year-old man was found dead inside his rented accommodation in the Alikadal area of central Kashmirs Srinagar district, officials said on Wednesday. An official told the news agencyKashmir News Observer (KNO) that the man was found unconscious at his rented accommodation in the Bodgair area of Alikadal, Srinagar. He said police soon arrived at the spot, took the body into custody and shifted him to the hospital, where doctors declared him brought dead on arrival. The deceased was identified as Mohammad Shakoor (35), son of Gh Hussain, a resident of Thana Mandi, Rajouri. Meanwhile, cognisance of the incident has been taken and a probe is underway.(KNO)
Pinakini Satyagraha Ashram to honour kin of freedom fighters on Gandhi Jayanti
Bescom awarded ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certification for information security
Riti Academy marks Coral Jubilee, Guv presents awards
Shillong, Sep 30: The Riti Academy of Visual Arts celebrated its 35th Anniversary (Coral Jubilee) with the Annual Riti Academy Awards 2026 at Lok Bhavan on Wednesday. Governor C.H. Vijayashankar lauded the Academy for recognising and nurturing local creative talent and stressed the importance of integrating youth into cultural programmes. Memorial awards named after cultural [] The post Riti Academy marks Coral Jubilee, Guv presents awards first appeared on Highland Post .
Chanakya celebrates goddesses in the everyday and a 40-year milestone
Women, both divine and real, run through all three exhibitions celebrating 40 years of Chanakya International
Govt. plans to develop Kurnool into a sports hub, says Bharath
Inaugurating a football ground, Minister affirms his commitment to the development of sports in the city
Watch: Indias power crisis: Is private capital paying? | Business Matters
Last week, the Indian government invoked emergency provisions under Section 11 of the Electricity Act, 2003, directing private industries operating captive power plants to run at full capacity and supply surplus electricity to the national grid. Why were these emergency powers invoked, and what does this mean for Indias power sector?
Asian Games 2026: India faces first big test as final spot beckons
The in-form team runs into Pakistan in the semifinal; Harmanpreet & Co. will be wary of the Sufyan threat
Cyberabad civic body demolishes 15 unauthorised constructions
MLA stages protest inside Puducherry Assembly premises
Karnataka government announces new Textile and Apparel Policy
The policy aims to secure 20,000 crore in domestic and foreign direct investment across Karnatakas textile value chain over the next five years, and create 5 lakh new jobs in the sector
OU flags examination result discrepancies, accountability and integrity, among affiliate colleges
OU flags examination result discrepancies, accountability and integrity, among affiliate colleges
First time that so many eligible electors have lost their vote due to SIR: former CEC O.P. Rawat
The former CEC says the two dissenting ECs should have forced a vote to annul any decisions they disagreed with during Commission meetings, given that they held the majority, and the CEC has no veto
First time that so many eligible electors have lost their vote due to SIR: former CEC O.P. Rawat
The former CEC says the two dissenting ECs should have forced a vote to annul any decisions they disagreed with during Commission meetings, given that they held the majority, and the CEC has no veto
Opposition protest disrupts council meeting at Pala municipality in Keralams Kottayam
Maya Rahul, an Independent councillor, heads the ruling council in Pala municipality with the support of a group of UDF rebels and the LDF
Opposition protest disrupts council meeting at Pala municipality in Keralams Kottayam
Maya Rahul, an Independent councillor, heads the ruling council in Pala municipality with the support of a group of UDF rebels and the LDF
YSRCP leaders allege irregularities in functioning of Nellore Municipal Corporation
Leaders allege that budget estimates and tax collections had been substantially increased under the present administration and claim that several civic works were being divided into packages of 4.90 lakh to avoid the tendering process and subsequently awarded to associates
Political parties on the last leg of campaigning for Thattanchavady bypoll in Puducherry
With open campaigning coming to an end on Sunday, October 4, the main contenders AINRC, Congress, DMK and CPI have pulled out all their resources to personally reach out to the electors over the remaining four days permitted by the Election Commission for active electioneering for the by-election to the lone seat in the U.T.
Political parties on the last leg of campaigning for Thattanchavady bypoll in Puducherry
With open campaigning coming to an end on Sunday, October 4, the main contenders AINRC, Congress, DMK and CPI have pulled out all their resources to personally reach out to the electors over the remaining four days permitted by the Election Commission for active electioneering for the by-election to the lone seat in the U.T.
Moinabad town planning officer, senior assistant caught in 75,000 bribery case
Death by suicide of two medicos in AMC within a week, triggers concerns among students
NDA cadres urged to rally support for CMs visit to Madanapalle on October 2
Watch: INDIA bloc plans protests, seeks CEC Gyanesh Kumars removal | Above the Fold | Sept 30, 2026
INDIA bloc announces protests against SIR and steps up its demand for the removal of CEC Gyanesh Kumar.
Watch: INDIA bloc plans protests, seeks CEC Gyanesh Kumars removal | Above the Fold | Sept 30, 2026
INDIA bloc announces protests against SIR and steps up its demand for the removal of CEC Gyanesh Kumar.
Cong. leaders take on Yediyurappa and sons, criticise EC for deleting names
SC/ST employees threaten stir over delay in filling backlog vacancies
Vijay addresses bypoll campaign meeting in Dharapuram; extols the leadership acumen of late Chief Ministers Jayalalithaa and M.G. Ramachandran in handling arch-rival DMK
One dies, 12 injured in blast at MRPL unit
TNPDCL asks High Tension electricity consumers to use gen sets at night hours
Telangana shifts building approvals to third-party inspections
Chittoor to receive 1,529.69 crore under Rayalaseema Horticulture Development Plan
Collector says plan designed to integrate horticulture with irrigation, infrastructure, and rural development to create a complete value chain from production to marketing and exports, ensuring better incomes for farmers
EKH admin steps up Durga Puja preparations
Shillong, Sep 30: The East Khasi Hills district administration has stepped up preparations for Durga Puja, directing puja committees to put in place safety and crowd management measures at pandals. Deputy Commissioner Abhilash Baranwal said a detailed meeting has been held with the Central Puja Committee (CPC), police, PWD, MeECL and other departments to ensure [] The post EKH admin steps up Durga Puja preparations first appeared on Highland Post .
said Principal Secretary, Home, and Telangana Cyber Security Bureau Director, Shikha Goel.
Mother held on charge of killing two children in Palakkad
The children, aged 5 and 3, were found dead in a water tank at their rented house
Mukkam bus attack: Two taken into police custody
They allegedly placed the motorcycle across the road, forcing the bus to stop, and smashed the glass panel of the door before entering the bus and assaulting the driver and others, according to passengers and bus staff
