Kumkum Mohod Reflects on Historic Gold Win at Asian Games
Kumkum Mohod, Indias first woman archer to win an individual gold at the Asian Games, shares her emotions and future goals post-victory. Kumkum Mohod Reflects on Historic Gold Win at Asian Games
30 NDPL Bottles Smuggled from Goa Seized at Narketpalle; 1 Held
The Special Task Force (STF) conducted a route watch at Cherughat between Narketpalle and Nalgonda Road and detected a case of illegal transportation of NDPL liquor in a car from Goa
Newly appointed Working President of the Uttar Pradesh Congress Committee (UPCC) and Saharanpur MP Imran Masood on Saturday vowed to dedicate his ody, mind, and resources entirely to strengthening the party's organisational base across the state. Speaking to ANI, Masood emphasised his complete commitment to whatever duties the leadership assigns him following his appointment as part of the Congress high command's major organisational reshuffle in Uttar Pradesh. I will work wherever the party assigns me. If it is the party's wish that I work here, then I will work here; our sole objective and goal is our party, to keep it standing strong and to build it up. I will dedicate my body, mind, and resources entirely to fulfilling the expectations with which the party has sent me here, he said. Further, he revealed that booth-level committee formations are nearly complete and will be finalised within a few days. Our organisational rebuilding program is underway and is nearly complete; ev...
Wamiqa Gabbi urges kindness towards animals: Lets make this world a little safer
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 3 (IANS) Actress Wamiqa Gabbi has urged everyone to show greater compassion towards animals, stressing that while they may not speak the same language, they experience emotions such as love, fear and pain. Wamiqa took to Instagram to share a string of videos featuring her with hens, puppies and goats, before wrapping up the post with a childhood picture of herself surrounded by pigeons. They may not speak our language, but they feel everything we do love, fear, pain, and kindness. Too often, animals are treated like they dont matter, when all they ask from us is a little compassion, care and a safe place to exist, she wrote as the caption. Wamiqa added: This Gandhi Jayanti, lets make a small promise. To be kinder, to protect those who cannot protect themselves, and to make this world a little safer for every living being. Talking about the actress, who turned 33 last month, made her screen debut as a child with a brief role in the Hindi film Jab We Met in 2007. She later established herself as a leading lady in Punjabi cinema with roles in comedy films, such as Tu Mera 22 Main Tera 22, Nikka Zaildar 2 and its sequel Nikka Zaildar 3 as well as the crime drama Kali Jotta. Gabbi expanded into other languages with the Tamil romance Maalai Naerathu Mayakkam and the Malayalam sports drama Godha. She then transitioned into a period focused on Hindi streaming ventures such as the period drama series Jubilee, followed by her role as a spy's wife in Vishal Bhardwaj's thriller film Khufiya. She has also worked in films such as Bhool Chuk Maaf, Bhooth Bangla and Pati Patni Aur Woh Do. Wamiqa will next be seen in Prahaar: The Untold Story of Ujjwal Nikam, an upcoming Hindi-language film directed by Avinash Arun. It stars Rajkummar Rao, Wamiqa Gabbi, Jaideep Ahlawat and Sikandar Kher. The film is a biopic of Ujjwal Nikam who appeared against Ajmal Kasab in the trial of the 26/11 Mumbai attack case.
Women's Hockey Gold: Direct Path To LA Olympics
The Indian women's hockey team secured a historic Asian Games gold medal, defeating China 1-0, which also guaranteed direct qualification for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. Goalkeeper Savita Punia highlighted the team's focus on Olympic qualification and credited the new coaching staff for fostering unity and belief, transforming the team's performance and mindset over the past 10 months.
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2027 Mens ODI WC Will Inspire Next Generation, SA Will Be Good Hosts, Says De Villiers
Former South Africa: Former South Africa captain AB de Villiers expects the 2027 Mens ODI World Cup to inspire a new generation of cricketers from the country, and drew parallels to how the 2003 edition being hosted in the country shaped his own early journey as a 19-year-old aspiring to play international cricket. South Africa will co-host the 50-over mega event alongside Zimbabwe and Namibia from October 2 to November 21, 2027 and mark the tournament's return to the region for the first time in 24 years. While South Africa and Zimbabwe were co-hosts for the 2003 Mens ODI World Cup alongside Kenya, Namibia will be hosting its maiden senior ICC tournament as a host nation. Yes, the ODI World Cup in 2027 is coming back to South Africa for the first time since 2003. The 2003 World Cup played a huge part in my career. It had a big influence and impact on me. I clearly remember a cricketing clinic Australian had at the University of Pretoria. That's where I played my cricket at that time, at the age of 19. I got to know Adam Gilchrist a bit better. He worked with my wicketkeeping skills that day. Obviously, he had no idea who I was at that time. But I very clearly recall having a very good moment with him. He told me to work on my left hand and said, All the best, youngster. Three years later, I played cricket against him in Test matches and ODIs. It had a huge impact on me and I'm pretty sure the 2027 World Cup will have the same impact on the youngsters of South Africa, hoping to represent their country one day. Obviously, from an economical point of view, great to have the World Cup here in South Africa, also co-hosted by Namibia and Zimbabwe and I'm looking forward to the rest of the world to come and enjoy the great parts of South Africa and how welcoming we can be and we are really good hosts, de Villiers told IANS in a select chat facilitated by FanCode, the official broadcaster of the World Championship of Legends. All focus will also be on South Africa, who are yet to win the Mens ODI World Cup title and de Villiers backed the side to have a good time in the competition on home soil. So looking forward to that and I think the cricket is going to be magnificent, as it was in 2003 and hopefully the Proteas will perform better this time. As for 2003, from a performance point of view, it doesn't bring back great memories. But the team really looks strong now. Most of the team is still relatively unknown globally. But I know they have a lot of chemistry. There's a great culture there and lots of individuals who can win you games of cricket and we showcased it now against Australia, winning our sixth consecutive ODI series win against the Aussies. So really looking good for the guys and once the World Cup starts, there will be a lot of hype, a lot of attention from the media and the public and my message to the Proteas will be just to keep it in now, stay focused on what the goal is, and hopefully they'll have a really good World Cup, he added. Turning his attention to two-time champions India, de Villiers highlighted the role of Indian Premier League (IPL) in creating an unmatched pipeline of talent. Yes, the Indian youngsters are coming through and I think the IPL is an incredible platform and laid the foundation for Indian cricket to just have such a large depth of talent. That's also not going to change anytime soon. They have the ability to play around with different combinations in the batting and bowling departments, and from a leadership point of view. They can just really play around with a deep pool of talent, which is fantastic. Plenty of youngsters have impressed me and I'm very happy. I consider myself lucky that I'm not an Indian selector. It's a tough job with the amount of talent they have. There's just too many to mention, to be honest. Lots of individuals stand out. They're obviously still playing around with the balance of their squad going into that World Cup. India always comes with a strong spin contingent, so it will be interesting to see who they go for. Theres Kuldeep Yadav, Axar Patel, Washi - so many spinners and players to pick from and plenty of talent in the batting department. That's probably the biggest headache - they really have about a group of 10 batters to pick from who are all match winners. It's really, really difficult and good luck to the Indian selectors, he added. Among India's emerging prodigies, young batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has captured widespread attention with his fearless hitting and has found himself in the India T20I team since his debut against England at Manchester in July. De Villiers expressed admiration for Sooryavanshis strokeplay and urged him to work on his game continuously to play across all formats and conditions. He's absolutely phenomenal to watch. I'm not surprised, to be honest. The next phase for him is to find a blueprint in different formats, in different conditions, realising that every game poses a different challenge, and playing the situation instead of just playing one way or being one-dimensional with his game. I would urge him to keep developing his game. I think he picked up a little bit on when he toured England, and realising that it's not always as easy. You can't just rock up and always hit through the line. Every game is a different situation. My message to him would be to assess every single match he plays, get a feel for what he's confronted with on the particular day, and to respect that whatever his decision is, whether it's a flat wicket and let's go for 60 of 20 balls, or realising, hold on, today is a day where maybe 30 of 20 balls will be okay and set it up for a bit later. He's absolutely phenomenal to watch. I'm not surprised, to be honest. The next phase for him is to find a blueprint in different formats, in different conditions, realising that every game poses a different challenge, and playing the situation instead of just playing one way or being one-dimensional with his game. I would urge him to keep developing his game. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
France held by Italy in Zidane's homecoming after Olise stunner
Michael Olise scored another superb goal but France were held to a 1-1 draw by Italy on Friday in Zinedine Zidane's first home game since being appointed coach of Les Bleus.
India, Canada to resume trade talks on Oct 5
Digital Desk | Milwaukee, Oct 3 (IANS) India and Canada will begin the next round of trade negotiations on October 5 as the two countries push to conclude a deal before the end of the year, Canadian International Trade Minister Maninder Sidhu said a day after meeting Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on the sidelines of the G20 Trade Ministers' Meeting here. The meeting followed the fourth round of negotiations in Mumbai and came as Ottawa prepares to send a large business delegation to India this month. After wrapping up the fourth round of negotiations in Mumbai, I met again with Minister Piyush Goyal at the G20 ahead of the next round beginning October 5 to advance negotiations to conclude towards a deal before the end of this year, Sidhu said in a social media post. The disclosure provides a specific timetable for the next stage of negotiations and underscores efforts by both governments to accelerate economic engagement. India and Canada are seeking to expand bilateral trade significantly, with a shared target of reaching $70 billion by 2030. With more than $30 billion in two-way trade today and a shared goal of reaching $70 billion by 2030, there is significant room to grow the trade and investment relationship between our two countries, Sidhu said. The Canadian minister had earlier told reporters in Milwaukee that negotiations were moving forward and that both sides were focused on reaching an agreement. Sidhu said the discussions were not simply about concluding an agreement, but about securing one that worked for businesses and workers in both countries. The latest meeting between Goyal and Sidhu came during an intensive period of trade diplomacy surrounding the G20 ministerial hosted by the United States. Goyal held a series of bilateral meetings on the sidelines of the gathering as India sought to deepen commercial relationships with major partners while addressing broader questions confronting the international trading system. Canada is also planning a significant commercial push into India. Sidhu said he would lead a Team Canada Trade Mission to India this month with nearly 300 Canadian participants. Thats why this month I am leading a Team Canada Trade Mission to India, bringing close to 300 Canadian delegates from businesses across key sectors to make connections, find new customers and pursue opportunities in one of the worlds fastest-growing markets, Sidhu said. The size of the delegation points to growing Canadian business interest in India alongside the government-to-government trade negotiations. Sidhu identified critical minerals, energy, agriculture and technology among the sectors in which Canadian companies are looking for opportunities. From critical minerals and energy to agriculture, technology and other sectors where Canada is a global leader, we are helping Canadian companies build partnerships and grow in India, he said. The trade mission will therefore run alongside a renewed negotiating process as Ottawa seeks greater access to the Indian market and both countries try to increase investment flows. India and Canada have been rebuilding their economic engagement after a period of strained diplomatic relations disrupted high-level contacts and trade negotiations. The renewed talks have put commerce back near the centre of the bilateral relationship, with the two governments setting a target of $70 billion in two-way trade by 2030 and pursuing an agreement intended to provide businesses in both countries greater opportunities in each other's markets.
Gandhi Jayanti : Verify facts before reacting, LG urges youth
Srinagar, Oct 02: Satyameva Jayatetruth alone triumphsmust remain a guiding principle for democracy, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha said on Friday, as he cautioned against misinformation and urged the youth to adopt Mahatma Gandhi's discipline of verifying facts and engaging in dialogue before reacting. The Lieutenant Governor was speaking at the Gandhi Jayanti Celebration organised by the School Education Department in collaboration with the Department of Culture. He extended heartfelt wishes to the citizens of Jammu and Kashmir on the birth anniversary of the Father of the Nation, Mahatma Gandhi, and congratulated children participating in cultural programmes as well as the toppers of the district-level symposium on truth and non-violence. The LG also commended the Kashmiri rendition of Bapu's bhajan by Gulzar Ahmed, the Hindi performance by students of the Institute of Music and Fine Arts, and the skit presented by the Girls Higher Secondary School, Kothibag. Highlighting the significance of October 2, Sinha said it is an occasion to reflect on the life and philosophy of Mahatma Gandhi, who gave India a new way of thinking, standing against injustice and living with dignity. He said Gandhi ji's legacy of truth and non-violence continues to hold relevance in today's fast-changing, technology-driven world. I believe that revered Bapu has left behind many priceless legacies for us. He gave us a new method, new principles, a new approach to life and a new system that remains alive in the hands of every generation, he said. The Lieutenant Governor noted that while technology has connected people globally, it also raises questions of inclusivity and truth. Bapu understood the relationship between truth and power very deeply. He called his life an experiment with the search for truth. I believe Truth is a spiritual discipline. Truth is the habit of looking within oneself. Truth is the habit of verifying before believing any fact or information, and truth is the habit of listening and understanding before responding immediately to anything, he said. The LG stressed that technology should remain under human control and serve as an instrument for progress, not a substitute for conscience. I want all children and youth to remember that technology is only an instrument and the decision must remain ours. However powerful the instrument may be, its direction is ultimately determined by the hand that wields it, he said. Underscoring India's strength in diversity, Sinha said unity must be strengthened through everyday actions of justice, respect and compassion. He recalled Gandhi ji's concern for the weakest person in society and urged citizens to measure progress by inclusivity and welfare. Since ancient times, India has been a land of diversities. Our languages are different, our modes of worship are different, our attire and our customs are different. However, our great tradition has taught us that walking together with diversity is India's strength. I believe this philosophy is needed today more than ever, he said. The Lieutenant Governor expressed confidence that Gandhi ji's philosophy will guide India towards the goal of becoming a Developed Nation by 2047. He emphasised the importance of trusteeship, people's participation and character-building in children. To build a Developed India, we must prepare our fields, schools, villages, cities and industries, and above all, we must place special emphasis on character-building in children. Bapu firmly believed that a nation's character is its most permanent infrastructure, he said. We often ask what others are doing? Today, on revered Bapu's birth anniversary, let us also askwhat am I doing to build a developed India? Am I advancing truth or rumour? Am I engaging in dialogue or merely reacting? Am I uniting my country, or unknowingly dividing it? This alone will be a true tribute to the life-philosophy of Pujya Bapu, the Lieutenant Governor said. Sakeena Masood Itoo, Minister for Health & Medical Education, School & Higher Education and Social Welfare Departments; Atal Dulloo, Chief Secretary; Padma Bhushan Rajeev Sethi; Padma Shri Dr S.P. Varma, President Gandhi Global Family, J&K; Ram Niwas Sharma, Commissioner Secretary, School Education Department; senior officials, prominent citizens, heads of educational institutions, teachers and students attended the celebration.
Preethi Munde Felicitated For Winning Miss Earth Water India-2026 Title
Speakers said the achievement was significant for Preethi Munde, who hails from Heerapur village in Indravelli mandal, and appreciated her confidence and commitment towards her goals.
India Aims to Become a Top-5 Shipbuilding Nation by 2047, Says Sonowal
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Adani Group has announced plans to invest over 6 lakh crore in Maharashtra across multiple sectors. The investments are aimed at aiding Maharashtra's goal of becoming a $1 trillion economy by 2030. The group has committed to significant infrastructure projects, including the management of Mumbai's airports and renewable power sourcing. Additionally, the Dharavi Redevelopment Project will transform the area with modern housing and economic opportunities.
Vizag Youth Divided Over Mandatory Military Training
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Former GOP Rep. David Rivera gets 10 years for secret Venezuela lobbying
MIAMI (AP) A former Miami congressman and longtime friend of U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio was sentenced Friday to 10 years in prison in connection with a secret $50 million lobbying campaign on Venezuelas behalf during the first Trump administration. Republican David Rivera has been jailed since jurors found him guilty in May on all counts, including failing to register as a foreign agent and conspiracy to commit money laundering as part of his work for former Venezuelan President Nicols Maduro s government. Rivera, 61, appeared stone-faced as Judge Melissa Damian denounced him for betraying his lifes mission, saying he would surely have been judged harshly his many friends had the millions of dollars come from the Cuban regime instead of its allies in Caracas. Nobody would accept thats ok and I dont think this is different, the judge said. Theres no dispute this money came from the Maduro regime. The seven-week trial offered a rare glimpse into Miamis role as a crossroads for foreign influence campaigns aimed at shaping U.S. policy toward Latin America, highlighting the citys reputation as a magnet for both anti-communist crusaders and corruption among its sizable exile population. It included testimony from President Donald Trumps secretary of state, Rep. Pete Sessions of Texas and a top Washington lobbyist all of whom testified they felt betrayed when learning of Riveras mammoth consulting contract with a U.S.-based affiliate of Venezuelas state oil company, PDVSA. Attorneys for Rivera plan to appeal and in June applied for a presidential pardon. Rivera faces additional federal charges in Washington, D.C., in a related foreign lobbying case. Prosecutors said betrayal featured coded figures Sombrero and Miss Clairol In an indictment unsealed in 2022 , prosecutors alleged that Rivera was tapped by then Foreign Minister Delcy Rodrguez now Venezuelas acting president to work Republican connections to get the first Trump administration to abandon its hard line and crippling sanctions on Venezuela. As part of the charm offensive, Rivera and a co-defendant, political consultant Esther Nuhfer, sought to manipulate influential friends, including Rubio and Sessions . Their goal was to normalize relations with the new Trump administration even as the Maduro government faced sanctions over serious accusations of human rights violations. But Rivera and Nuhfer didnt disclose their lobbying work as required, for fear it would have ended Riveras political career as an anti-communist stalwart, prosecutors argued at trial. The United States and the public were the true victims of this fraud, Assistant U.S. Attorney Roger Cruz said in urging a stiff sentence. He used his position of trust and betrayed it consistently and repeatedly. To hide his work, prosecutors allege, Rivera also set up an encrypted chat group called MIA for Miami with his main conduit to the Maduro government: Venezuelan media tycoon Ral Gorrn, who was subsequently charged in the U.S. with bribing top Venezuelan officials. Members of the group used playful code words to discuss their activities: Maduro was the bus driver, Sessions Sombrero, Rodrguez The Lady in Red, and their windfall payments La Luz, Spanish for The Light, according to copies of text messages presented to the jury. Rubio was known as Miss Clairol, because rubio means blond in Spanish. Defense said only missing paperwork made the $50 million contract illegal At Fridays sentencing, attorneys for Rivera repeated their trial argument that the former congressman believed he was under no requirement to disclose the work. The three-month, $50 million contract with Riveras one-man consulting firm, they said, was focused on luring oil giant ExxonMobil back to Venezuela commercial work that is generally exempt from the Foreign Agents Registration Act. David Rivera does not deserve to die in prison because he failed to file a FARA registration, defense attorney Ed Shohat said at Fridays hearing. If he had filed that paper, that form, everything he did, including the $50 million contract, which totally distorted this case, is perfectly legal. Wholly distinct from that consulting work, they say, were Riveras meetings with Rubio and Sessions, which were focused on ushering in leadership in Venezuela that would be less hostile to the U.S. not supporting Maduro in normalizing relations with the U.S. Theres not one word in any chat, not one document, not one thing he did to help Nicols Maduro, said Shohat. Prosecutors said Rivera used the contract with the affiliate, New York-based PDV USA, as cover for illegal lobbying. This is a classic money laundering case, the judge said Friday in rejecting Riveras motion to lower the federal guidelines range. Where did the money go? A luxury yacht, among other things The partners tried to hide the work backdating documents and coming up with sham agreements, like one to justify a wire transfer of $3.75 million to a South Florida company that maintained Gorrns luxury yacht, prosecutors said. The political activity included setting up meetings for Rodrguez in New York, Caracas, Washington and Dallas. As part of the effort, Rivera roped in Sessions, who later tried to broker a meeting for Rodrguez with the ExxonMobil executive who took over as CEO when Rex Tillerson became Trumps first-term secretary of state . After a secret meeting in Caracas with Maduro, Sessions also agreed to deliver a letter from the Venezuelan president to Trump. The outreach quickly unraveled, however. Within six months of taking office, Trump sanctioned Maduro and labeled him a dictator, launching a maximum pressure campaign to unseat the president. And now, nearly a decade later, Rodrguez has emerged as the second Trump administrations trusted partner after the U.S. militarys ousting of Maduro. Rubio's former housemate faced scandal before, but Cuban Americans support him Before being elected to Congress in 2010, Rivera was a high-ranking Florida legislator and shared a Tallahassee home with Rubio, who eventually became the Florida House speaker. Rivera faced earlier controversy, including allegations that he secretly funded a Democratic spoiler candidate in a 2012 congressional race. Last year, federal prosecutors dropped that case after an appeals court threw out a sizable fine imposed by a lower court. Rivera was also investigated but never charged for alleged campaign finance violations and a $1 million contract with a gambling company while serving in the Florida Legislature. Despite all that, Rivera remains popular among Miamis Cuban American establishment. Friends of the former congressman, including the former president of Florida International University and Miami-Dade Countys supervisor of elections, packed the courtroom to show their support. Sessions, in a letter seeking leniency that was read into the record by his chief of staff, said his former congressional colleague devoted decades to public service, much of it focused on defending liberty and democracy. I dont think its productive for society by sending David away for a long, long time, testified Liliana Ros, a longtime Miami GOP committee member. This article originally appeared on Associated Press at https://www.yahoo.com/news/politics/articles/former-gop-rep-david-rivera-182044649.html
Asian Games: 'Proud Moment For Indian Sports', Says Harmanpreet Kaur After Women's Hockey Gold
Los Angeles Olympics: India women's cricket team captain Harmanpreet Kaur congratulated the Indian women's hockey team on its gold medal in Asian Games 2026 and qualification for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, describing the triumph as a proud moment for Indian sports. The Indian hockey team ended a 44-year wait for the Asian Games women's title after defeating defending champions China 1-0 in the final on Friday. Lalremsiami scored the decisive goal in the 10th minute, while captain Savita Punia produced a crucial penalty-stroke save as India held on to secure the gold and the LA 2028 berth. Proud moment for Indian sports! Heartiest congratulations to our Indian Womens Hockey Team on winning Gold at the Asian Games and qualifying for the LA Olympics! Mazaaaa aa gaya kudiyo, Harmanpreet wrote in a post on Instagram. Your hard work, resilience, and determination continue to inspire millions. Wishing you all the very best for the journey ahead. Keep making India proud! Chak De India! she added. Harmanpreet's message came after the Indian women's cricket team themselves won gold at the ongoing Asian Games, adding another women's team title to India's campaign in Aichi-Nagoya. The cricket team defeated Sri Lanka by 147 runs in the final to claim the gold medal, with Smriti Mandhana scoring 79 as India posted 216/3 before restricting Sri Lanka to 69/8. For the hockey team, the victory marked only their second Asian Games gold and their first since 1982, when the women's competition made its continental debut in New Delhi. India had topped Pool A with four wins before defeating Japan 7-2 in the semi-finals. They then produced a disciplined defensive display against China, with Lalremsiami's early strike proving decisive. Savita's penalty-stroke save emerged as another defining moment as India protected their narrow lead against sustained Chinese pressure. India had topped Pool A with four wins before defeating Japan 7-2 in the semi-finals. They then produced a disciplined defensive display against China, with Lalremsiami's early strike proving decisive. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Sachin Pilot Criticizes Goa Government for Exploiting Residents
Sachin Pilot criticizes Goas BJP government for failing to support citizens and highlights issues ahead of upcoming elections. Sachin Pilot Criticizes Goa Government for Exploiting Residents
Is 1.5 crore enough for retirement? A new NPS survey reveals the truth.
People's interest in the National Pension Scheme (NPS) is growing significantly. However, people's retirement savings goals are still low. So, is it worth saving 1.5 crore?People trust the NPS scheme the most.People save money to ensure they can live their lives as they did before retir...
Delhi BJP chief slams AAP, CJP for flop protests
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 2 (IANS) Delhi BJP President Harsh Malhotra on Friday attacked the AAP and the Cockroach Janta Party for staging a drama at Jantar Mantar and in Mumbai in the name of Protecting the Right to Vote. He said the gathering was not about safeguarding democracy but an attempt to conceal the Aam Aadmi Partys (AAP) potential defeat in the upcoming Punjab Assembly elections. In Delhi, the AAP staged a protest in collaboration with some communist parties, he said. Neither the youth of Delhi nor ordinary citizens turned up. The gathering consisted of only 500600 AAP workers and leaders. They assembled without permission, obstructed traffic, disrupted metro services, and then started crying that democracy is in danger, he said. These are the very people who indulged in corruption in Delhi for 10 years, were involved in the liquor scam, and are now levelling allegations against the Election Commission out of fear of defeat, he said. In Mumbai, some students staged a protest under the banner of the Cockroach Janta Party, he said, adding that this is the same CJP that was completely rejected by students in college campus elections in Chandigarh and Delhi. After securing zero seats, they are now creating a ruckus on streets, said Malhotra. This circus is being staged to divert attention from the failures of the AAP government in Punjab, unemployment, and the collapse of law and order, he said. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has always stood firm in defending the right to vote. However, the right to vote does not mean that you can spread falsehoods, gather crowds, and attack institutions, said Malhotra. I want to ask the AAP and these fake student organisations: Why has the drug menace not been curbed in Punjab? Why have the youth not been provided employment? he asked. The people of Delhi have rejected you. Now, the country will reject you as well. The BJP stands firmly with the Constitution and democracy, and we strongly condemn these hypocritical protests, said Malhotra. Delhi BJP Spokesperson Praveen Shankar Kapoor said that the AAP leaders' protest alleging vote theft, levelling accusations against the Election Commission over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR), and demanding the resignation of the Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar are clear signs of their political frustration. Despite their best efforts, AAP leaders failed to attract the participation of ordinary youth or Delhi residents in today's protest, making the entire exercise a complete failure, he said. The Delhi BJP Spokesperson said that the AAP appears to be facing certain defeat in the upcoming elections in Punjab and Goa, along with the likely loss of its national party status. Frustrated by this prospect, AAP leaders are now blaming the Election Commission and fabricating excuses to conceal their anticipated electoral defeat in both states, he said. It would be better for AAP leaders to focus on curbing corruption within their own government in Punjab instead of blaming the Election Commission, he said.
By Vipul Kashyap Following India's landmark Asian Games women's hockey gold medal win, Indian hockey star Navneet Kaur expressed happiness at her team's win, saying that the team was ready for every possible scenario and is really relieved to have achieved a direct ticket to the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics given the difficulties that come with playing in qualifiers. The Indian women's hockey team produced a historic performance on Friday, defeating reigning Asian champions China 1-0 to clinch the gold medal and end a 44-year wait for an Asian Games medal in Aichi-Nagoya. Ranked No. 8 in the world, India stunned World No. 4 China in a fiercely contested final, with Lalremsiami scoring the decisive goal in the 10th minute through a field goal. The triumph marks India's first women's hockey medal at the Asian Games since 1982, when the team last stood on the podium. Speaking after the medal win, Navneet told ANI about the medal win that it is everyone's dream to secure a medal at the Olympi...
Even when AI behaves just like us, people still rate it as less conscious than humans
Stories about AI systems deceiving users, cooperating with one another or pursuing their own goals increasingly invite us to talk about them as if they had minds of their own. But do people really believe that AI is conscious? A new LMU study suggests that they draw a surprisingly sharp line between intelligent behavior and consciousness.
Manchester City file appeal against guilty verdict on financial rule breaches
Manchester City have lodged a formal appeal against findings of an independent regulatory commision as they seek to overturn a verdict seeing them being found guilty of violating several Premier League financial rules, reported Goal.com. An independent Commission has found Manchester City guilty of serious breaches of the Premier League
Asian Games: President Murmu hails womens hockey teams magnificent gold medal triumph
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 2 (IANS) President Droupadi Murmu on Friday congratulated the Indian womens hockey team for their 'magnificent gold medal triumph' at the ongoing Asian Games 2026, saying their achievement and direct qualification for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics made the victory even more special. The Indian womens team defeated defending champions China 1-0 in the final at the Gifu Prefectural Green Stadium to win the Asian Games gold for the first time since 1982 and end a 44-year wait for the continental title. Heartiest congratulations to the Indian Womens Hockey Team on a magnificent gold medal triumph at the Asian Games 2026! President Murmu wrote in a post on X. After a long wait, the Gold returns to India through your determination, skill and spirited play, bringing immense pride and joy to the entire nation. Securing direct qualification for the 2028 Olympic Games makes this victory even more special, she added. President Murmu also highlighted the teams impact on young athletes across the country. You are an inspiration to countless young girls across the country. My warmest wishes to each one of you for the journey ahead! she wrote. Indias historic triumph was secured through a 10th-minute goal from Lalremsiami, who finished a flowing move involving Salima Tete and Sakshi with a powerful reverse hit. The Indian defence then produced a resolute display to protect the narrow advantage, with veteran goalkeeper Savita Punia making a crucial one-handed save from a penalty stroke to deny China an equaliser. India had topped Pool A with four wins from four matches before defeating Japan 7-2 in the semi-finals. The gold medal also secured their direct qualification for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games. The triumph marked only Indias second womens hockey gold at the Asian Games, with their previous title coming in 1982 in New Delhi.
Bengaluru company cheated of Rs 8.1 crore in Goa land deal, ex-councillor held
Hockey India Salutes Asiad Gold Heroes With Rs 11 Lakh Each
Hockey India has announced significant cash awards for the national women's team and support staff following their historic gold medal win at the Asian Games in Japan. The team defeated defending champions China 1-0, securing India's first women's hockey gold at the event in 44 years, with Lalremsiami scoring the winning goal.
Odisha Governor Asks Youth to Lead Climate Action at Gen C Conclave
Economic growth and environmental protection are not competing goals but partners, Odisha Governor Dr. Hari Babu Kambhampati said on Friday, calling on the young generation to drive a clean, smart and climate-resilient development model. Speaking at the third Earth Again Conference 2026, organised by the Sambad Group at the Utkal University auditorium on the theme [] The post Odisha Governor Asks Youth to Lead Climate Action at Gen C Conclave appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Asian Games: PM Modi congratulates women's hockey team on winning historic gold
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 2 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday congratulated the Indian women's hockey team on winning a historic gold in the Asian Games 2026 in Nagoya, which ended a 44-year wait for the yellow metal for the country in the Continental extravaganza. This 1-0 win over China in the final also sealed the Indian women's hockey team a direct berth in the Los Angeles Olympic Games in 2028. A very special moment for Indian Hockey!, the PM wrote in his post on X. The people of India are rejoicing in the success of the Womens Hockey Team, who bring home the coveted Gold at the Asian Games, and that too after over 4 decades. This is the result of outstanding skills and teamwork. Their determination is very inspiring as well. My best wishes to the team for their upcoming endeavours, wrote PM Modi in the post on X put out by the PMO. May this success contribute to Hockeys popularity across the nation, PM Narendra Modi wished. Lalremsiami scored the decisive goal in the 10th minute with a powerful reverse-hit finish as India held their nerve under sustained Chinese pressure to reclaim the continental crown for the first time since 1982. The goal came at the end of a well-crafted attacking move, with Salima Tete providing a precise pass into the circle before Sakshi delivered the ball to Lalremsiami, who unleashed a fierce reverse-hit that flew into the roof of the net, leaving the Chinese goalkeeper with no chance. The Indian team then bravely thwarted numerous attempts at the goal by China and maintained its advantage till the end of the match to secure a memorable win over a rival that had got the better of them in the last couple of matches, including an encounter at the Paris Olympics in 2024. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh too was effusive in his praise for the women's hockey team and called the triumph a golden chapter in Indian women's hockey! A golden chapter in Indian womens hockey! Congratulations to our womens hockey team on a hard-fought victory to win the Asian Games Gold Medal. Lalremsiami Hmarzotes decisive strike and Savita Punias crucial penalty-stroke save reflected the skill, composure and fighting spirit of a team that stood firm when it mattered most, Rajnath Singh wrote in his post on X. After 44 years, India has reclaimed the Asian Games womens hockey title. This historic triumph will inspire generations to carry the Indian hockey legacy forward with renewed ambition. My best wishes to the entire team for the journey ahead, he wrote. The year 2026 has been a great one for the Indian women's hockey team, which secured its best finish in a World Cup by claiming fifth place in the 2026 edition held a couple of months back in Belgium and the Netherlands.
Hockey India president Dilip Tirkey hailed the women's team for their landmark gold medal win at the ongoing Asian Games, pointing out the improvement in their game over last few months and exceptional performances in both attacking and defensive fronts. The Indian women's hockey team produced a historic performance on Friday, defeating reigning Asian champions China 1-0 to clinch the gold medal and end a 44-year wait for an Asian Games medal in Aichi-Nagoya. Ranked No. 8 in the world, India stunned World No. 4 China in a fiercely contested final, with Lalremsiami scoring the decisive goal in the 10th minute through a field goal. The triumph marks India's first women's hockey medal at the Asian Games since 1982, when the team last stood on the podium. Speaking to ANI after the win, Tirkey said, The women have now made history after 44 years. We last won in Delhi back in 1982. As the President of Hockey India, I feel incredibly happy today, seeing the hard work the girls have put in ov...
Asian Games: India womens hockey team win gold, qualify for LA 2028 Olympics
Indias womens hockey team defeated defending champions China 1-0 in the Asian Games final at Kakamigahara, Japan, on Friday, ending a 44-year wait for the gold medal. Lalremsiami scored the decisive goal as India also secured direct qualification for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics
Asian Games: India end 44-yr wait, women bag hockey gold
Kakamigahara: India ended a 44-year wait for the Asian Games womens hockey gold medal with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over defending champions China in the final of the Aichi-Nagoya Games on Friday, October 2, securing direct qualification for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games. Lalremsiami scored the decisive goal in the 10th minute with a 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 .
India goalkeeper Savita Punia made an incredible penalty stroke save in the Asian Games women's hockey final, resulting in a defining moment towards the team's gold medal.
How Do You Fund Education Costs For Two Children Four Years Apart?
Two children four years apart looks, at first, like two straightforward education goals with a comfortable gap between them. In practice the gap is exactly the wrong length: long enough that you can't treat the costs as one event, but too short to fund one child fully before the others begin. That awkward spacing makes planning for two children more than doing the sum twice. The costs don't arrive neatly one after the other; they stagger, and at certain points they overlap. Funding them well means planning for both goals at once, each sized separately and timed to when that child actually needs the money. Why two children four years apart is its own planning problem The difficulty is in the timing, not the total. With a single child, you have one set of milestones to save towards. With two spaced four years apart, you have two sets that move in step but never quite align, so at several points you're funding a big expense for one child while the next is already looming for the other. A wider gap would let you finish one child's education before the next began. A much smaller gap would bunch the costs into a single peak. Four years does neither cleanly, spreading the heaviest costs across a longer stretch and creating years where both children draw on your finances at once, which is exactly the situation to plan for rather than be surprised by. How do the two timelines actually line up? The first practical step is to map both children's milestones on one calendar and see where they collide. Each stage the older child reaches, the younger reaches four years later, so their timelines run parallel with a fixed offset. That offset produces predictable pressure points. The older child's college years, for instance, can land right when the younger is in the costly final years of school or entrance coaching, so two big costs run at once. Seeing those overlap years in advance is half the battle, because they're where an otherwise sound plan tends to buckle. Knowing which years will be heaviest tells you where to build in extra, well before you get there. Sizing each goal, including inflation Each child's education is a separate goal with its own price tag, and the younger child's will be the larger of the two in rupee terms. That's down to timing rather than any difference in their education: it's four more years away, and education costs have long risen faster than general inflation. The same course can cost meaningfully more by the time the younger child reaches it. This is where estimating properly matters. Working out what each stage will actually cost in the year each child reaches it, with education inflation built in, turns a vague worry into two concrete targets. A child education planner that projects future costs and the monthly saving each goal needs takes the guesswork out of it, and for two staggered goals that clarity is worth far more than a rough guess. Should you fund them in sequence or in parallel? It's tempting to think you can fund the older child first and then turn to the younger, but four years rarely allows it. The older child's costs run for years, often overlapping when the younger's begin, so a purely sequential approach starts the younger child's goal far too late. Running both goals in parallel from the start is almost always the sounder route. It uses the extra time the younger child's later timeline gives you, four more years of saving and compounding, which eases the larger goal if you begin early. Save for both at once, in proportion to when each is needed, rather than pouring everything into the nearer goal and scrambling for the farther one later. Protecting both goals against the unexpected With two education goals resting on your income, the risk of not being around to fund them is doubled. If the earner dies partway through, both children's education is exposed at once, which is a heavier blow than a single goal failing. This is where protection earns its place. A child education plan built on life insurance typically includes a premium waiver, so if the parent paying dies, the premiums are covered and the goal still pays out on schedule, keeping the child's education on track. With two children, protecting both goals this way, or through adequate term cover behind your savings, matters more than it would for one. The point is that neither child's future should depend on nothing going wrong. So how do you put the plan together? Start by mapping the two timelines and marking the overlap years, then size each goal separately with education inflation included, using a calculator rather than a guess. From there, save towards both in parallel through instruments timed to each child's milestones, so money is available when each stage arrives. Layer protection over it so both goals survive the earner's absence, and build a little extra into the overlap years when both children have costs at once. Review it as fees and your income change, adjusting the contributions rather than the goals. Do that early enough, and the four-year gap becomes two goals funded steadily side by side, not one scramble after another.
India's Women Hockey Team Ends 44-Year Wait For Asian Games Gold
India's women's hockey team clinched the Asian Games gold medal after 44 years, defeating defending champions China 1-0 in a thrilling final. Lalremsiami's early goal and goalkeeper Bichu Devi's crucial save, coupled with a resilient defence, secured the historic victory and direct qualification for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
India womens hockey team wins Asian Games gold after 44 years, qualifies for 2028 Olympics
The Indians were at their best in defence as they thwarted relentless Chinese attack thereafter, including a penalty stroke save by veteran goalkeeper Savita Punia.
Lovlina's Parents Overjoyed With Asian Games Gold
Boxer Lovlina Borgohain's parents expressed immense joy and pride after their daughter clinched a gold medal at the Asian Games. They highlighted her hard work and dedication, noting her long-standing goal to upgrade her previous silver to gold. The family also shared Lovlina's future aspirations, including an Olympic gold and upcoming world championships.
Historic gold! India end 44-year wait in women's Asian Games hockey
The Indian women's hockey team defeated defending champions China 1-0 to win their first Asian Games gold medal in 44 years, securing a direct berth for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. Lalremsiami scored the winning goal, and goalkeeper Savita Punia made crucial saves.
For people of todays generation, veteran actor Raghubir Yadav is known as Pradhan ji from the long-running web show Panchayat. Recently, he played a character completely opposite of that in Hunkkaar The Roar. But the actors biggest and first claim to fame was the 1989 Doordarshan TV show Mungerilal Ke Haseen Sapne, directed by Prakash Jha. In an exclusive chat with Bollywood Hungama, when this writer told him that his first memory of him is Mungerilal Ke Haseen Sapne as a kid, Yadav jokingly said, Aap bade ho gaye lekin main abhi bhi chhota hi hoon (laughs). On a more serious note, he said, Back then, I had just passed from NSD (National School of Drama). I then went to the Repertory Company. After leaving from there, I did Massey Sahib (1986), which was my first film. Then I got this serial (Mungerilal Ke Haseen Sapne). I realized that there was a lot to do for an actor while playing this character. So, I accepted it. Recalling the work culture of the old Doordarshan days, Yadav said, Everyone was working sincerely on the show. I enjoy working sincerely and this is also my weakness. In those days, there was a lot of hard work put in in every department. There were only 26 episodes of Mungerilal but people still remember the show. The reason for this is that everyone used to work unitedly as a team. Director, writer and others used to work together. There wasnt an atmosphere of business back then. Yadav pointed out that the situation worsened later on when daily soaps came into the picture. Later, a lot of channels came in, he said. People started factories of TV shows. The whole situation started worsening. They started factories and started selling products. There was no proper culture. I have seen all of that. Yadav has played various characters in his decades long career. About his selection criteria over the years, he said, It should be something I have never done before. It should challenge me. I dont enjoy if I am able to do it easily. It should give me sleepless nights (laughs). Doobne mein maza aata hai mujhe. When asked how he looks back at his enormous journey of over four decades, the veteran said, I just kept on learning. I didnt think about reaching any goal because once you achieve it, its the end for you. I just felt like learning and having fun with it. Also Read: EXCLUSIVE: Raghubir Yadav says it was very painful to play an evil Godman in Hunkkaar: Sometimes, one should play characters that are
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LG Sinha Attends Gandhi Jayanti Celebration
Srinagar, Oct 2: The Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha today attended the Gandhi Jayanti Celebration organised by the School Education Department in collaboration with the Department of Culture. He extended heartfelt wishes to the citizens of Jammu Kashmir on the birth anniversary of the Father of the Nation, Pujya Mahatma Gandhi and congratulated children participating in cultural programmes as well as the toppers of the district-level symposium on truth and non-violence. The Lieutenant Governor also commended the Kashmiri rendition of Bapus bhajan by Shri Gulzar Ahmed and the Hindi performance by students of Institute of Music and Fine Arts and the skit presented by the Girls Higher Secondary School, Kothibag. Highlighting the significance of 2nd October, the Lieutenant Governor said it is an occasion to reflect on the life and philosophy of Mahatma Gandhi, who gave India a new way of thinking, standing against injustice and living with dignity. He emphasized that Gandhi jis legacy of truth and non-violence continues to hold relevance in todays fast-changing, technology-driven world. I believe that revered Bapu has left behind many priceless legacies for us. He gave us a new method, new principles, a new approach to life and a new system that remains alive in the hands of every generation, he said. The Lieutenant Governor noted that while technology has connected people globally, it also raises questions of inclusivity and truth. He cautioned against misinformation and urged the youth to adopt Pujya Gandhi Jis discipline of verifying facts and engaging in dialogue before reacting. He reiterated that Satyameva Jayate truth alone triumphs- must remain a guiding principle for democracy. Bapu understood the relationship between truth and power very deeply. He called his life an experiment with the search for truth. I believe Truth is a spiritual discipline (sadhana). Truth is the habit of looking within oneself. Truth is the habit of verifying before believing any fact or information and truth is the habit of listening and understanding before responding immediately to anything, he said. The Lieutenant Governor stressed that technology should remain under human control and serve as an instrument for progress, not a substitute for conscience. He called upon children and youth to use modern tools responsibly while staying rooted in human values. I want all children and youth to remember that technology is only an instrument and the decision must remain ours. For however powerful the instrument may be, its direction is ultimately determined by the hand that wields it, he said. Underscoring Indias strength in diversity, the Lieutenant Governor said unity must be strengthened through everyday actions of justice, respect, and compassion. He recalled Gandhi jis concern for the weakest person in society and urged citizens to measure progress by inclusivity and welfare. Since ancient times, India has been a land of diversities. Our languages are different, our modes of worship are different, our attire and our customs are different. However, our great tradition has taught us that walking together with diversity is Indias strength. I believe this philosophy is needed today more than ever, he said. The Lieutenant Governor expressed confidence that Gandhi jis philosophy will guide India towards the goal of becoming a Developed Nation by 2047. Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has placed before us the blueprint of a Developed India which will be a powerful economy, expand prosperity among the people, expand opportunities, expand dignity and a developed India which will ensure access to justice for every citizen. Pujya Bapu stressed on self-reliance, in which small enterprises of villages play a major role. Hon'ble Prime Minister is working to fulfil those very dreams of Pujya Bapu and the Atmanirbhar Bharat campaign is giving new strength to local products, artisans, small enterprises and our farmer so that they can move forward shoulder to shoulder with the global market, the Lieutenant Governor said. He further emphasized the importance of trusteeship, peoples participation and character-building in children, noting that a nations character is its most permanent infrastructure. To build a Developed India, we must prepare our fields, schools, villages, cities, and industries, and above all, we must place special emphasis on character-building in children. Bapu firmly believed that a nations character is its most permanent infrastructure. We often ask what others are doing? Today, on revered Bapus birth anniversary, let us also ask- what am I doing to build a developed India? Am I advancing truth or rumour? Am I engaging in dialogue or merely reacting? Am I uniting my country, or unknowingly dividing it? This alone will be a true tribute to the life-philosophy of Pujya Bapu, the Lieutenant Governor said. The Lieutenant Governor called upon the youth to use the unprecedented power of technology with discipline and responsibility. He urged them to build an India that is modern yet compassionate, prosperous yet just, powerful yet sensitive and above all, united. In 2047, when we celebrate the centenary of independent India, we should not measure Indias success only by infrastructure, but also by how many deprived people we have lifted up with others and how many people we have been able to reach out with opportunities, the Lieutenant Governor said. Ms Sakeena Masood Itoo, Minister for Health & Medical Education, School & Higher Education and Social Welfare Departments; Shri Atal Dulloo, Chief Secretary; Padma Bhushan Shri Rajeev Sethi; Padma Shri Dr S.P. Varma, President Gandhi Global Family, J&K; Shri Ram Niwas Sharma; Commissioner Secretary, School Education Department; senior officials, prominent citizens, heads of educational institutions, teachers, and students in large number attended the Gandhi Jayanti celebration.
Jharkhand Government Has No Choice but to Approach Supreme Court: Pratul Shahdev
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Pooja Hegdes fashion playbook: 5 Looks that go from elegant drapes to statement corsets
Pooja Hegde is defining glam like no other! Whether shes serving pure fashion goals in soft hues or is placing herself in the spotlight with bold colours, she knows her fashion taste is elaborate and appealing! Heres looking at five times she left us in awe with her style. Pastel Drape: Pooja Hegde looked as aesthetic as ever in a soft-bronze-hued tissue drape with a broad golden border and a fully embellished blouse. The actress layered her look with heavy traditional jewellery and simply let the entire volume of her look steal the show. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Pooja Hegde (@hegdepooja) Paint it Red: Pooja Hegde looked straight out of a royal frame in an embellished red saree featuring a full corset blouse. The maximalist golden prints added the main-character energy, and Hegde fueled it even more by accessorising her look with a mix of dainty and heavy jewellery, and loosely styled hair. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Pooja Hegde (@hegdepooja) In the Tangerines: Tangerine is the colour of the season and Pooja elevates it with a eye-catchy satin outfit that stands out not just for its off-beat colour but also its asymmetrical pattern. The actress lifts the outfits mood by accessorising it with heavy earrings and statement kadas. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Pooja Hegde (@hegdepooja) Bling and Dazzle: It is Pooja Hegdes fashion world and she knows it as she stuns in a detailed red corset outfit featuring mirror work and shell work, The actress elevates her look even more by accessorising her look with drop earrings and heavy kadas. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Pooja Hegde (@hegdepooja) Multi-coloured Drape: Pooja Hegde stuns in a multi-coloured saree in soft muted tones with embellished details around the edges of the border. Keeping her look simple, the actress accessorised her outfit with heavy earrings and understated kadas. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Pooja Hegde (@hegdepooja) Which of these looks are you adding to your wardrobe next! Also Read:From Golden Lehengas to Silver Sarees: 6 times Pooja Hegde turned heads in traditional wear
'Opportunity to forget past mistakes': SP chief welcomes those willing to defeat BJP
Digital Desk | Lucknow, Oct 2 (IANS) Samajwadi Party (SP) President Akhilesh Yadav on Friday said he would welcome leaders from rival camps, willing to join the opposition's efforts to defeat the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), into his party, saying that elections are a time to forget past mistakes. Interacting with reporters here, the SP chief said: This is the time for Rajya Sabha elections, and elections are a time for coming together. It offers an opportunity to forget past mistakes, stand with others, and stand up for principles. If anyone feels that our democracy, our Constitution, and our country's economy are under attack, due to rising inflation, E20 being blended into petrol -- if they believe these are wrong decisions (by the Centre), then...it is a time to come together before the Rajya Sabha and (Assembly) elections. That is why we should forget all bitterness during this time, he added. Those who have been deviated from their path, those of our friends who want to join us...we will forget everything that took place in the past. Akhilesh Yadav also came out in support of the INDIA bloc's proposed 'Save Democracy' march even as the BJP-led NDA continues to criticise him for skipping the opposition alliance's recent meeting in New Delhi. Everyone should unite to 'Save Democracy'. Together, we must come forward to save this beautiful country, its rich history of democracy, and our Constitution, he said. He also launched an attack on Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath-led government over flooding issues being faced by those residing in areas near the Gomti River. I am saddened by the fact that many families living along the banks of the Gomti River are facing a crisis. There has been waterlogging in the area for months. This government is asleep. Those who wanted to create smart cities and clean the rivers ended up cleaning out the budget, but the rivers remain uncleaned, he said. On Gandhi Jayanti, Akhilesh Yadav underlined that Mahatma Gandhi showed us the path of truth, non-violence and taught us the spirit of sacrifice. Father of the nation, Mahatma Gandhi ji worked towards fostering goodwill, brotherhood, and mutual love in society, and he forced the British to leave India. Today, on his birth anniversary, as we remember Mahatma Gandhi ji's contributions, we take a resolve to work towards fulfilling his goal -- to ensure that the last person, the poorest person, is connected to the mainstream, he said.
Goa vs Bali: Why An Indian Traveller Says A Foreign Holiday Is Cheaper Than Goa
By comparison, he said a similar luxury resort stay in Bali, Vietnam or Krabi could cost around Rs 40,000 to Rs 60,000 for five nights.
Asians Games: Indian men eye historic back-to-back hockey gold against Malaysia (Preview)
Digital Desk | Kakamigahara, Oct 2 (IANS) One win away from history, the Indian mens hockey team will return to action on Saturday with the biggest prize of the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games 2026 in sight. After a thrilling semi-final win against arch-rivals Pakistan, the defending champions now face Malaysia in the gold-medal match, knowing that victory would not only bring another Asian Games title but also secure qualification for the LA 2028 Olympic Games. India have never won successive Asian Games gold medals, making Saturdays final a chance to write a new chapter in the teams history. Standing in their way are Malaysia eyeing their maiden Asian Games gold. Like India, they too have remained unbeaten throughout the competition and topped Pool B with five consecutive victories. The two teams arrive at the final after tough outings in their respective semi-finals. India looked firmly in control against Pakistan after establishing a 3-0 lead, but Pakistan fought their way back into the contest and levelled the score at 3-3. With the match seemingly heading for a shootout, India scored the decisive goal in the last minute of regulation time to seal a dramatic 4-3 victory and book their place in the final. The comeback will, however, offer India plenty to reflect on during the short turnaround. The defending champions will look to tighten up defensively and eliminate the small lapses that allowed Pakistan to claw their way back into the match. With only a day between the semi-final and the gold-medal clash, recovery, composure and attention to detail will be equally important. Malaysia, meanwhile, also had to dig deep to reach the final. They were pushed hard by South Korea before eventually holding their nerve to secure a 2-1 victory. The result earned them a place in their second Asian Games final in the last three editions and underlined their ability to stay composed when the margins are fine. Malaysia have done well, had a good tournament so far, so its going to be a nice match-up, said Indias chief coach, Craig Fulton. We havent played Malaysia for quite some time; I think the last time was at the Asian Champions Trophy in Chennai. Two nice attacking teams, lots of skill, lots of flair, lots of speed. Fulton added that he wants his team to focus only on the job at hand and not think too far ahead. We want to focus on just our own game plan, put our proactive mindset into the game and leave it all out there on the pitch, said the Chief Coach. India will once again look towards captain Harmanpreet Singh to lead from the front. The skipper has been central to Indias attacking output, scoring 10 goals from penalty corners and sitting second in the tournaments scoring charts behind Pakistans Sufiyan Khan. Strikers Abhishek and Dilpreet Singh have also made significant contributions, with nine goals each. Malaysias attacking threat is similarly built around two experienced goal-scorers. Veteran Faizal Saari and Abu Kamal Azrai have both found the target nine times and will be key players for the Malaysian side in a final where every opportunity could prove decisive. For Harmanpreet and Manpreet Singh, the occasion carries an added personal significance. A victory would make Harmanpreet the first Indian captain to lead the mens team to two Asian Games gold medals. Manpreet, the most capped Indian hockey player, can set another record by becoming the only Indian to win three Asian Games gold medals, having already been part of the triumphant teams in 2014 and 2023. Yet, the final presents a different challenge than everything that has come before. An Olympic qualification spot and an Asian Games gold medal are both at stake, bringing with them a unique level of pressure. India will need to draw on their experience, stay disciplined and embrace the occasion.
Actress Shivaleeka Oberoi took to social media on Thursday, October 1, to cheer for her husband and filmmaker Abhishek Pathak as his much-awaited directorial Drishyam The Conclusion arrived in cinemas on October 2. A day before the films release, Shivaleeka shared a heartfelt note along with behind-the-scenes glimpses from the making of the third instalment of the popular thriller franchise. Sharing photos featuring the iconic Salgaonkar house as well as other sets from Drishyam The Conclusion, Shivaleeka reflected on witnessing the filmmakers journey up close. Her post offered a personal glimpse into the hard work and preparation that went into bringing the latest chapter of the story to the big screen. Ive seen the dream, the hard work, the sleepless nights and the heart behind it all. Tomorrow, the world gets to see what Ive been lucky enough to witness, she wrote. Shivaleeka also drew attention to the central theme that has remained at the heart of the Drishyam franchise family. Sharing her confidence in Abhishek Pathaks approach to the story, she added, And if youve watched Drishyam, you already know..when it comes to family, my husband doesnt play around. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Shivaleeka Oberoi Pathak (@shivaleekaoberoi) Drishyam The Conclusion brings the long-running story of Vijay Salgaonkar to its latest chapter. Played by Ajay Devgn, Vijay is a middle-class businessman from Goa who has remained at the centre of the police investigation following the disappearance of IG Meera Deshmukhs son. The third instalment comes after the success of Drishyam and Drishyam 2 and is expected to bring the story to its conclusion. While the Malayalam version of the franchise also released its third chapter earlier this year, the Hindi Drishyam The Conclusion is expected to chart a different narrative from its Malayalam counterpart. The film brings back several key members of the cast, including Ajay Devgn, Tabu, Shriya Saran, Ishita Dutta and Rajat Kapoor. The upcoming instalment also expands the ensemble with actors including Jaideep Ahlawat and Prakash Raj. With Drishyam The Conclusion now in theatres, Shivaleekas BTS post gives audiences a glimpse of the world that Abhishek Pathak and his team created before the films release. Also Read: Drishyam The Conclusion mania EXPLODES! Theatres add post-midnight shows BEFORE release; exhibitors asked to match Spider-Man, Dhurandhar The Revenge pricing
ECI Orders Special Drive To Enrol Left-Out Voters After SIR In 20 States
The Election Commission of India has directed 20 states and Union Territories where the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls has been completed to conduct a special drive to enrol eligible voters left out of the rolls. The drive will also cover young and first-time voters, who can apply through the regular statutory Form 6 under continuous updation. The ECI has asked officials to compare electoral rolls before and after SIR and identify eligible voters who may have been deleted without sufficient grounds. Booth Level Officers may visit such voters and facilitate Form 6 applications. In Goa, 97 voters were left out of the final roll, with 88 having filed or had applications accepted. The move comes amid scrutiny over large-scale deletions during the SIR exercise.
Iran war to end very quickly: Trump
Washington, October 2 : US President Donald Trump stated that the war with Iran would conclude very quickly and forecast a sharp decline in oil prices once the hostilities ceased, depicting Tehran as heavily degraded both economically and militarily. Speaking to journalists on reaching Texas and subsequently during a visit to a Peterbilt Motors manufacturing facility in Denton, Trump remarked that Iran faced a decisive choice regarding how the war would resolve. Iran will very soon be ending one way or the other, Trump told reporters. Itll either just say, look, they have 301 per cent inflation. They have no money, they have no currency. Their military has been defeated, their navy is gone, their air force is gone, everything's gone. And, one way or the other, its going to end very quickly. And when that ends, oil prices are going to drop like a rock, he stated. Trump added that Washington might contemplate requesting the release of diesel reserves held by a European nation to help mitigate costs, though he refrained from naming the specific country. Well, we may do that. They have some diesel, but the prices are coming down. All prices are coming down, he noted. While admitting that crude costs remained elevated, Trump contended they stayed lower than the levels recorded during the tenure of former President Joe Biden. The one thing we have is oil is a little high, but oil is much lower than it was for Biden, he said. And we did something that Biden didn't do. Iran will never have a nuclear weapon. Addressing the audience later at the Peterbilt site, Trump repeatedly referenced Tehran and energy markets, asserting that the US had sustained petroleum transit despite the war and Iranian constraints near the Strait of Hormuz. And when that happens, when that ends, which will be very soon, one way or the other, its going to end, either theyll do something very proper and smart or they wont be around very long, Trump said. So one way or the other, its going to be over. And when its over, oil is going to go like that. In the meantime, prices have come way down, oil prices, he added. Furthermore, Trump noted he could not verify Tehran's participation in what a journalist termed an unsuccessful terror plot linked to RAF Fairford in the United Kingdom. I can't say that with confirmation, but its looking like that, Trump stated when questioned about potential Iranian links. Alongside his statements concerning Iran, the US President delivered a broader economic assessment during his Texas visit, asserting that his administration had failed to secure adequate recognition for national economic performance. We have great numbers we're doing a great job of management, Trump stated, highlighting equity markets, pension funds, and capital deployment into new industrial plants while arguing that his government needed to articulate its financial track record with greater efficiency. So I say weve done a bad public relations job, but a great management job and thats more important, he remarked. Preventing Iran from obtaining a nuclear capability remains a cornerstone of US policy. The White House has previously outlined that the goals of Operation Epic Fury involve dismantling Tehran's missile infrastructure and manufacturing output, neutralising its naval forces, and stopping it from acquiring atomic weapons. (ANI)
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Goa: CEO says 88 of 97 left-out voters have filed Form 6, applications accepted
Goa's Chief Electoral Officer confirmed that most excluded voters have applied for inclusion in the electoral roll. Of the 97 excluded, 88 have filed Form 6, while three are Portuguese passport holders. Six others currently reside outside India and are being contacted by officials. A special drive will be launched to enroll left-out eligible and first-time voters in Goa.
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Raveena Tandon celebrates Aafiya Sayed
Mumbai: Actress Raveena Tandon showered praise on Aafiya Sayed as she marked her entry into films with Prem Keetanu, calling herself the proudest Maasi after watching her niece on screen. The actress took to Instagram to congratulate Aafiya, applauding her dedication and determination in overcoming obstacles while staying focused on her goal. Congratulations @aafiyasayed_ . 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 .
President Murmu, PM Modi pay floral tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at Raj Ghat
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 2 (IANS) President Droupadi Murmu, Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi on his 157th birth anniversary at Raj Ghat in Delhi, marking Gandhi Jayanti. President Murmu visited Raj Ghat and paid floral tribute to Mahatma Gandhi. She also remembered the Father of the Nation and highlighted the continuing relevance of his ideals of peace, non-violence, empathy and inclusive development. In a post on X, President Murmu said: On behalf of all citizens, I pay my respectful tribute to the Father of the Nation, Mahatma Gandhi on his 157th birth anniversary celebrated as Gandhi Jayanti. Gandhiji's life and ideals are widely respected by the global community. Today, an atmosphere of war and conflict prevails in many parts of the world, affecting all nations in these circumstances, Mahatma Gandhis message of peace and non-violence becomes even more relevant, the President added. Our country is advancing towards the national goal of becoming Viksit Bharat by the year 2047. In this journey, priority is being given to the values of empathy and Inclusion to ensure that no citizen is deprived of the benefits of development. This vision reflects the spirit of Mahatma Gandhi's ideal of 'Sarvodaya, based on the principle of the welfare and upliftment of all. On the auspicious occasion of Gandhi Jayanti, let us reaffirm our commitment to building an empowered, developed and Atmanirbhar Bharat through our ethical conduct and active participation, President Murmu said. Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan also visited Raj Ghat and paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi on the occasion of his birth anniversary. Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid floral tributes to Mahatma Gandhi at Raj Ghat, remembering his contribution and legacy on Gandhi Jayanti. Gandhi Jayanti is observed every year on October 2 to commemorate the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, whose philosophy of truth and non-violence played a significant role in India's freedom movement and continues to be remembered across the world. The tributes at Raj Ghat were held as the nation marked the 157th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi and recalled his enduring message of peace, non-violence and welfare of all.
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Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 2 (IANS) Actress Raveena Tandon showered praise on Aafiya Sayed as she marked her entry into films with Prem Keetanu, calling herself the proudest Maasi after watching her niece on screen. The actress took to Instagram to congratulate Aafiya, applauding her dedication and determination in overcoming obstacles while staying focused on her goal. Congratulations @aafiyasayed_ . Love blessings and everything that your heart desires should be fulfilled. I have seen you work hard dedicatedly towards your goal. Obstacles in your way , but never losing focus . Alone, Standing strong, Raveena wrote in the caption. She went on to write: Braving it all for that one opportunity towards the winning post. Today seeing you in your full glory on the screen has made me the proudest Maasi of all. Love you beta and may Eeshwar bestow upon you all the blessings and more. With all our love, Welcome to the movies ,you are here to conquer . #premkeetanu playing at your nearest theatre. #funfilm, Raveena stated. Raveena also praised the performances of Veer Pahariya, Aparshakti Khurana and Nikhil Isht. Excellent performances. @veerpahariya you are too good! @aparshakti_khurana wickedly fantastic. @nickhilist you are too cute and funnyyyyyy! Congratulations. Directed by Apoorv Singh Karki, Prem Keetanu follows a group of college friends navigate heartbreak, family expectations, career challenges and growing up. This comedy-drama follows their journey as they search for love, purpose and success. Talking about Raveena, she was last seen on screen in Ahmed Khans comedy film titled Welcome To The Jungle. The film has a huge star cast including names such as Jackie Shroff, Akshay Kumar, Sanjay Dutt, Suniel Shetty, Arshad Warsi, Paresh Rawal, Disha Patani, Lara Dutta, Jacqueline Fernandez, Shreyas Talpade, Aftab Shivdasani, Mika Singh, Mukesh Tiwari, Zakir Hussain, Yashpal Sharma, Johnny Lever, Rajpal Yadav, Krushna Abhishek, Kiku Sharda, Daler Mehndi, Tusshar Kapoor, and Sayaji Shinde. It is loosely based on the 2005 American film The Producers as well as the 2008 American film Tropic Thunder.
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Ronaldo-less Portugal score 4 goals past Denmark as Jesus takes control
Ronaldo-less Portugal score 4 goals past Denmark as Jesus takes control
Nations League: Portugal win in Denmark, Klopp gets first Germany win
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 2 (IANS) Portugal moved six points clear at their group summit after sealing a third win in as many games, while there was a maiden victory for Germany under Jurgen Klopp as UEFA Nations League Matchday 3 kicked off. Portugal beat Denmark 4-2 at Parken in a game where they were ahead three times, saw their opponents respond in the first two matches, and only managed to put an end to the contest near the 90th minute. Joao Cancelo, Goncalo Ramos, Vitinha, and Joao Felix scored the goals in a victory built with efficiency, resilience, and composure in the decisive moments. Portugal maintained their perfect start in a six-goal thriller three of them coming in a breathless 12-minute spell in the first half. Goncalo Ramos was involved in both of the reigning champions' first-half goals, providing the assist for Joao Cancelo's opener before finishing Bruno Fernandes' pass to restore Portugals advantage. Mikkel Damsgaard had equalised in between with a curling effort from a tight angle before threading a superb ball into the path of Rasmus Hjlund for Denmark's second in the 53rd minute. The Selecao regained the lead through Vitinha's near-post header from Fernandes' brilliant ball over the top, before Felix finished off a swift counterattack for his third goal of the campaign and Portugal's third win in as many matches. Germany secured their first victory in this year's UEFA Nations League, giving new head coach Jurgen Klopp his first three points in his third match. The DFB team triumphed 2-0 against Serbia in Munich after a strong performance. Florian Wirtz shone in Klopp's first win as Germany coach at the third attempt. Aleksandar Pavlovic, Nick Woltemade and Serge Gnabry all had good chances, and, although Kosta Nedeljkovic was centimetres from sliding in on the break for Serbia, Tom Bischof got a deserved opener after Wirtz had hit the post. The Liverpool playmaker then sealed victory after the break with a smart drag-back and finish. Elsewhere, substitute Tijjani Reijnders struck an 89th-minute equaliser as the the Netherlands recovered from 2-0 down play out 2-2 draw with Greece. Fresh from maiden victory over Germany, the home side looked set for another famous win after an impressive first-half showing that saw Fotis Ioannidis score one and set up another for Giorgos Masouras, an early replacement for the injured Christos Tzolis. The momentum swung completely after the restart though, a trademark Virgil van Dijk header setting the stage for Reijnders to fire in late on.
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Kashmir Marathon : No goal too distant for united India: LG Sinha
Srinagar, Oct 01: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Thursday said that through the Kashmir Marathon- Run for Unity, the youth have sent a message that no goal is too distant for a united India. He graced the closing ceremony of the event and commended the enthusiasm and energy of the participants. The Lieutenant Governor said the runners had conveyed that their participation was an investment in a shared future, and their run was not only for themselves but for the new generation of Jammu and Kashmir, which dreams of a better India and for that youth who is working day and night to make Jammu and Kashmir a self-reliant and developed Union Territory. Sinha congratulated all the runners and lauded the Jammu and Kashmir Police for organising the marathon, which has become a symbol of peace, unity and progress in the Union Territory. In his address, the Lieutenant Governor emphasised that the Run for Unity was not merely about speed or endurance, but about the strength of collective resolve and faith. He said that when people walk together, no destination remains impossible and underlined the importance of determination and unity in overcoming challenges. Run for Unity race is not merely the speed of our steps. It is the speed of our resolve and it is the speed of that faith which tells us that when people walk together, no destination remains impossible, he said. Highlighting India's diversity as its greatest identity, the LG said that despite differences in language, tradition, food, and attire, the heartbeat of India remains one. He stressed that unity is India's strength, and when millions of steps move in one direction, even the highest mountains can be crossed. Through the Kashmir Marathon- Run for Unity, youth have sent a message that no goal is too distant for a united India, he said. Sinha urged the youth of Jammu and Kashmir to embrace discipline, fitness and brotherhood and to stay away from drugs. He recalled the success of the 100-day Nasha Mukt Jammu Kashmir Campaign, which empowered thousands of young people through padyatras and civic action programmes. The Lieutenant Governor called upon the youth to become brand ambassadors of the Fit India Movement and contribute to nation-building. He further stated that the real victory of a marathon lies not just in reaching the finish line, but in holding each other's hands and moving forward together. Let us take this resolvethough we may have come from different paths, our destination is one. Our identities may be many, but our national identity is one. Our pace may differ, but our India is one, unbroken, and with the resolve of a Developed India @2047, it is continuously moving forward, he said. This year, more than 6,000 runners in different categories participated in the Kashmir Marathon- Run for Unity. Nalin Prabhat, DGP; Nitish Kumar, ADGP Armed Police; M.K. Sinha, ADGP, CID; senior officers of Police and Civil Administration; prominent sports personalities and youth attended the felicitation ceremony.
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Humanitys greatest leaps have begun with tools that allowed people to do more. The plough increased the farmers strength. The steam engine multiplied human strength. Electricity redefined life. The computer changed how humanity handled information. Now artificial intelligence and robotics are opening another chapter. AI can learn from information, recognise patterns and help generate ideas, while robots can see, move and perform tasks in the physical world. Together, they may expand human capability. This emerging field is being explored worldwide. MIT, Stanford, Carnegie Mellon, Berkeley and the University of Toronto are working on AI, robotics and machines that can learn and act. Oxford, Cambridge, ETH Zurich, EPFL and Imperial College London are also advancing research. Scientists are developing machines that can understand surroundings, learn and work with people. The goal is to create useful tools for everyday challenges. Researchers are exploring how AI and robotics can become more useful. At MIT, Professor Daniela Rus studies robotics and AI, including ways to make machines learn and work with people. At Stanford, Professor Chelsea Finn researches how robots learn through experience. At Carnegie Mellon, Professor Howie Choset develops robotic systems for medicine, manufacturing, disaster response and space. At Oxford, Professor Ingmar Posner studies how robots can learn, adapt and assist people. Their work reflects a broader effort to make intelligent machines increasingly useful in everyday life. This growing field is also reshaping scientific research. AI can examine enormous amounts of information, identify patterns and help scientists explore difficult questions. Robots can assist with repetitive or physically demanding work. Automated laboratories can help scientists conduct experiments with greater speed and precision. Research teams are exploring AI-assisted discovery in medicine, materials and energy. Still, the human role remains central. Technology does not replace curiosity. It gives curiosity new tools to explore, examine and discover. This is where an age of amazing abundance becomes interesting. Abundance does not mean every problem disappears, or every need is automatically met. It means technology could create more useful knowledge, products, services and opportunities. If AI makes certain work easier, more people could benefit. If robots improve particular tasks, production could become more efficient. If machines take on routine work, people could have more space for creativity, curiosity and imagination. An even broader possibility emerges when AI and robotics come together. AI can help robots understand their surroundings, plan actions and learn. Robots can turn digital intelligence into physical action. Better machines can support production and open new possibilities. Each improvement can become the foundation for another. A positive cycle can emerge: better tools create possibilities, and new possibilities inspire better tools. Over time, this could accelerate discovery and widen access to these technologies. Institutions are studying this change. The OECD has examined how AI may affect productivity, skills and employment. The International Labour Organisation has studied how generative AI could change different kinds of work and reshape the tasks people perform. The World Economic Forum has examined how technology is changing work and skills. The next chapter is about what people can do with capable machines. The changing world of work is shaped by both technology and human adaptation. Some tasks may change, some may become automated, and new forms of work may emerge. A researcher may use AI to explore possibilities. An engineer may use intelligent software to develop and test designs. A teacher may use digital tools to support learning. A worker may use a robot to assist with repetitive tasks. The important question is not only what machines can do, but what new possibilities people can create with them. Education remains an important part of adapting to technological change. As machines become better at finding and processing information, acquiring knowledge can involve more than memorising facts. Knowledge, sound judgement, creativity, communication, teamwork and problem-solving will continue to matter. People may also need to develop new skills as technology advances and new areas of knowledge emerge. A strong educational foundation can help people build the understanding and abilities needed to participate purposefully in an evolving technological landscape. India is building capabilities in this field. Under the National Mission on Interdisciplinary Cyber-Physical Systems, 25 Technology Innovation Hubs have been established across academic institutions, working in areas including AI, robotics and smart machines. IISc Bengaluru, IIT Hyderabad and IIT Delhi are involved in work related to robotics, navigation and machines that can work with people. India is advancing AI research, skills and innovation. These efforts are creating a foundation for intelligent technologies. The greatest possibility may not be a smarter robot or a more powerful AI system. It is time, one of the few resources that cannot be manufactured, stored or recovered. By handling routine and physically demanding tasks, these technologies could give people more room for family, creativity, research, art, learning and community. This is one dimension of abundance: greater access to knowledge, productive capacity, opportunity and time. As intelligent systems advance, they could accelerate discovery, improve precision and help address challenges that once demanded far more human effort. Machines may increasingly do more with less, expanding the possibilities for human activity. The real measure of progress may not be how closely machines imitate human abilities, but how effectively people can use technology to expand what is possible. If intelligent systems contribute to knowledge, productivity, creativity and greater flexibility in daily life, they could open new possibilities in everyday life. That is the defining promise of an age of amazing abundance: more knowledge, greater capability, wider opportunity and more room for human possibility. (The author is a Columnist. Feedback: bakshisuhaib094@gmail.com )
The Dog Bite that should Never Become a Death Sentence
Imagine a child playing outside his home in Kashmir when a dog suddenly approaches and bites him. The wound looks small, there is little bleeding, and the family decides to wait and see. But with rabies, there is no time to wait. One of the worlds oldest and most feared zoonotic diseases, rabies is almost invariably fatal once clinical signs appearyet it is entirely preventable when wounds are treated promptly, and post-exposure prophylaxis is given without delay. With dogs responsible for around 99% of human rabies cases globally, controlling rabies in dogs remains central to protecting people. As the world observed World Rabies Day on September 28, the message for Kashmir is simple: a dog bite should never become a death sentence. Rabies is not merely a medical problem Rabies is often discussed as a problem of human health. In reality, it sits at the intersection of human health, animal health and the environment. A person develops rabies because of an exposure to an infected animal. In India and much of Asia, dogs are the principal source of human infection. Therefore, treating humans after bites is only one part of the solution. Unless rabies transmission among dogs is controlled, the cycle continues. This is why rabies demands a One Health approacha coordinated effort involving veterinarians, human doctors, public-health authorities, municipal agencies, animal welfare organisations, local communities and responsible pet owners. The goal should not simply be to treat more bite victims. The goal should be to prevent those bites and interrupt transmission before people are exposed. Kashmir needs to rethink the stray dog problem In discussions about rabies, free-roaming dogs are often viewed solely as a nuisance or a threat. But simply removing or indiscriminately killing dogs is not a sustainable rabies-control strategy. WHO specifically identifies mass dog vaccination as the most cost-effective way of preventing human rabies by stopping transmission at its source. Kashmir therefore needs a more scientific and humane approach. This should include sustained vaccination of dogs, responsible dog population management, improved waste management, responsible pet ownership, identification and reporting of suspected rabies cases, community education and strong coordination between veterinary and human-health authorities. Vaccination cannot be a once-a-year publicity event. It needs to be a sustained programme with measurable coverage. Similarly, responsible pet ownership must become a social norm. Every dog owner should understand that rabies vaccination is not optional. Vaccinating a pet protects not only the animal but also the family, neighbours and the wider community. The five minutes that can save a life One of the most important messages that must reach every household is what to do after a bite or scratch. Wash the wound immediately and thoroughly with soap and running water for approximately 15 minutes. Then seek medical attention without delay. This simple action can substantially reduce the amount of virus at the site of exposure. Appropriate post-exposure prophylaxis includes wound management, rabies vaccination and, when indicated, rabies immunoglobulin or other recommended biologicals. People should never wait for symptoms of rabies before seeking treatment. Once the virus reaches the central nervous system and clinical disease develops, the outcome is almost invariably fatal. The window for prevention is after exposure but before disease develops. There is also a dangerous tendency to rely on home remedies or traditional practices after an animal bite. Chilli powder, acids, plant substances and other irritants should never be applied to wounds. Such practices do not prevent rabies and can cause additional tissue damage. A bite that looks insignificant can still represent a serious exposure. Children deserve special attention Children are particularly vulnerable because they are more likely to play with dogs, approach unfamiliar animals or fail to report minor scratches to adults. Rabies education should therefore begin in schools. Children should be taught simple rules: do not disturb dogs while they are eating or caring for puppies; do not tease or chase animals; avoid approaching unfamiliar dogs; and immediately inform an adult about any bite, scratch or possible exposure. Parents should also understand that a child may hide a bite because of fear of punishment. A small scratch may be ignored, while the consequences of ignoring rabies exposure can be devastating. Kashmir needs stronger veterinarymedical coordination A rabies-control programme cannot succeed if the veterinary and medical systems work independently. Veterinarians are essential for dog vaccination, animal surveillance, investigation of suspected cases, responsible pet ownership and community education. Medical professionals are responsible for assessing human exposures and ensuring appropriate post-exposure treatment. When a suspected rabies exposure occurs, information should move rapidly between these sectors. This is the essence of One Health:the health of humans, animals and the environment cannot be treated as separate issues. Bhutan has shown that elimination is possible. There is an important reason for optimism this year. On September 4, 2026, the World Health Organisation validated Bhutan as having eliminated dog-transmitted human rabies as a public-health problemthe first country in the WHO South-East Asia Region to achieve this milestone. Bhutan's success was built on mass dog vaccination, dog population management, community participation, integrated human-animal surveillance and strong One Health coordination. This achievement carries an important lesson for Kashmir and the wider Indian subcontinent. Rabies elimination is not a utopian idea. It requires political commitment, sustained vaccination, surveillance, accessible post-exposure treatment and community participation. From awareness to action Every year, World Rabies Day brings posters, seminars, social-media campaigns and public messages. These are valuable, but awareness alone cannot eliminate rabies. Kashmir needs to move from campaign-based awareness to continuous prevention. We need regular vaccination of dogs, accessible and quality-assured post-exposure treatment, better surveillance, responsible pet ownership, scientific dog population management, improved waste management and meaningful community participation. Most importantly, we need to stop thinking of rabies as an unavoidable consequence of living with dogs. It is not. Rabies is preventable. WHO identifies three proven pillars: community awareness, timely post-exposure prophylaxis and mass dog vaccination. The real measure of our success should therefore not be how efficiently we treat people after they are bitten. It should be how successfully we prevent people from being bitten by infected animals in the first place. A child should be able to walk to school without fear. A family should be able to keep a vaccinated dog without fear. A community should be able to coexist safely with its animal population. Kashmir should make that its ambition. Because the ultimate victory against rabies will not be the ability to save someone after a bite. It will be creating a society where that bite never becomes a death sentence. (The Author is Assistant Professor cum Scientist, Dept. of Medicine, Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Ludhiana, Punjab. Feedback: dr.abrar79@gmail.com )
Congress has cleared a bill that would give Social Securitys key claiming ages new names. The proposal would call 62 the minimum monthly benefit age, 67 the standard monthly benefit age, and 70 the maximum monthly benefit age. The ages themselves would not change. The goal is to make the benefit trade-offs easier to understand before workers decide when to claim.
Sachin Dev Burman's musical legacy continues to inspire generations: Tripura CM
Digital Desk | Agartala, Oct 2 (IANS) Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha has paid tribute to legendary singer and composer Sachin Dev Burman on his birth anniversary, recalling his immense contribution to Indian music and his enduring connection with the state. Speaking at a programme organised at Rabindra Shatabarshiki Bhawan here on Thursday, CM Saha said that Sachin Dev Burman's journey from his roots in the erstwhile Royal family of Tripura to becoming one of India's most celebrated musicians was an inspiration for the younger generation. The Chief Minister added that the state government had donated the house associated with the legendary musician, who belonged to the Royal family but remained grounded despite his aristocratic background. He belonged to the Royal family, where he had access to everything, but he left it all behind and created his own identity, CM Saha said. He recalled that Sachin Dev Burman was born in Comilla, now in Bangladesh, and said the folk traditions, melodies and songs of the region deeply influenced his musical sensibilities. CM Saha said that Burman later moved to Kolkata and subsequently to Mumbai, where he established himself as one of India's most influential singers and composers. His distinctive musical style and songs continue to remain popular in India and abroad, he added. Today is his birth anniversary. I extend my greetings to the people of Tripura and the entire country on this occasion. It is a matter of pride that such a great singer and composer was born in connection with Tripura, the Chief Minister said. Chief Minister Saha, who holds the Information and Cultural Affairs portfolio, described Burman as a self-made personality who carved out a place for himself in the world of music through determination and hard work rather than relying on his royal background. He said that Burman's ability to blend classical traditions, including elements of Dhrupad and Hindustani classical music, with folk melodies gave his compositions a distinctive character that continues to resonate with music lovers. Music is something that remains in everyone's heart, CM Saha added. The Chief Minister urged the younger generation to learn more about Burman's life, musical journey and determination, saying his life could inspire people, particularly the youth, to pursue their goals with dedication and self-confidence. Information and Cultural Affairs Secretary Kiran Gitte, Director of Information and Cultural Affairs Bimbisar Bhattacharya and other officials were present at the programme.
Canada eyes $70 bn trade with India
Digital Desk | Milwaukee, Oct 1 (IANS) Canada and India have set a goal of taking bilateral trade from about $30 billion to nearly $70 billion within five years, Canadian International Trade Minister Maninder Sidhu said Thursday, as the two countries push ahead with negotiations on a comprehensive trade agreement. Sidhu said the fifth round of negotiations would begin in Ottawa on Monday and voiced confidence that the two sides could reach a conclusion in the coming months. The vision that the leaders have set out for us is, you know, to go from 30 billion dollars of trade to close to 70 billion dollars of trade within the next five years, Sidhu told reporters on the sidelines of the G20 Trade Ministers Meeting in Milwaukee. How do we get there? Part of that is through more facilitation of free trade, he said. And so right now the negotiations are ongoing to see what we can do together to help build our economies. Sidhu said Canada viewed the two economies as complementary rather than competitors. Its about building up our economies in complementary styles. Its not about competing with one another, he said. The minister said energy, critical minerals and aerospace were among the sectors offering opportunities for deeper cooperation. Sidhu, who visited India about 10 days ago and met Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal in Mumbai, said four rounds of negotiations had been discussed there. Round five will happen in Ottawa on Monday, he said. Of course, negotiations are always tough, but we look forward to concluding in the coming months. Sidhu said Prime Minister Mark Carney and Prime Minister Narendra Modi had held excellent conversations on bringing the two economies closer. He pointed to Indias growing energy requirements as a major opportunity for Canada. India is growing at 7per cent year over year. India requires 70% more energy by 2035. We have that energy in Canada, Sidhu said. Canada, he said, has several LNG projects in various stages of development and expects to become one of the worlds top five LNG exporters within five years. But beyond energy, its about critical minerals with India; its about aerospace, Sidhu said. So as India builds, Canada wants to be there to help build India as well. Critical minerals could become another important pillar of the economic relationship, particularly as India expands its automobile, electric vehicle and battery industries. India is looking to diversify some of the supply chains if you look at critical minerals, Sidhu said. India has a growing auto sector, and for EVs and batteries, Canada is the only country in the Western hemisphere that has every single element to make an electric battery. Sidhu also highlighted investment as an important part of the relationship. He said Canada was the largest collective investor in India, with more than USD 100 billion in investments. Many of the infrastructure projects, theres Canadian companies involved building the airports, building the highways there, he said. At the same time, Canada wants more Indian investment in its mining and energy sectors. We also welcome Indian investors in Canada to invest in our mining projects, to invest in our energy projects, so we can grow together, Sidhu said. And so part of that is, yes, its trade, but its investments and beyond that in terms of research and collaboration as well. Canada and India launched negotiations for a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement after Carney and Modi agreed in November 2025 to restart talks. Four rounds have since been completed, with both governments working towards concluding negotiations by the end of 2026. Two-way goods and services trade stood at $30.4 billion in 2025, according to the Canadian government. The two countries have set a goal of raising annual bilateral trade to $70 billion by 2030.
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Gandhi's peace, non-violence message more relevant amid wars: Prez Murmu
President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi on the eve of his birth anniversary and said his message of peace and non-violence has become even more relevant as an atmosphere of conflict prevails in many parts of the world, affecting all nations. On behalf of all citizens, I pay my respectful tribute to the Father of the Nation, Mahatma Gandhi, on his 157th birth anniversary, celebrated as Gandhi Jayanti, she said in a message. Mahatma Gandhi's life and ideals are widely respected by the global community, President Murmu said. Today, an atmosphere of war and conflict prevails in many parts of the world, affecting all nations. In these circumstances, Mahatma Gandhi's message of peace and non-violence becomes even more relevant, she said. President Murmu said the country is advancing towards the national goal of becoming Viksit Bharat by 2047, with priority being given to the values of empathy and inclusion to ensure that no citizen is deprived of the benef
President Murmu pays tribute to Mahatma Gandhi on eve of his 157th birth anniversary
New Delhi [India], October 1 : On the eve of Mahatma Gandhi's 157th birth anniversary, President Droupadi Murmu paid tribute to him, saying his message of peace and non-violence holds vital relevance amid ongoing global conflicts. On behalf of all citizens, I pay my respectful tribute to the Father of the Nation, Mahatma Gandhi, on his 157th birth anniversary, celebrated as Gandhi Jayanti, the President said in her message on the eve of Gandhi Jayanti. According to the release, Murmu said Gandhis life and ideals are widely respected by the global community and noted that an atmosphere of war and conflict prevails in many parts of the world, affecting all nations. In these circumstances, Mahatma Gandhis message of peace and non-violence becomes even more relevant, she said. The President said India is advancing towards the national goal of becoming Viksit Bharat by 2047, with priority being given to the values of empathy and inclusion to ensure that no citizen is deprived of the benefits of development. She said this vision reflects the spirit of Mahatma Gandhis ideal of Sarvodaya, based on the principle of the welfare and upliftment of all. On the auspicious occasion of Gandhi Jayanti, let us reaffirm our commitment to building an empowered, developed and Atmanirbhar Bharat through our ethical conduct and active participation, Murmu said. Meanwhile, Union Minister for Coal and Mines G Kishan Reddy called for a nationwide 30-day cleanliness drive from Gandhi Jayanti on October 2 to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel's birth anniversary on October 31, urging citizens, government and private institutions, educational establishments, NGOs and other organisations to participate. Speaking to the media, Reddy said the cleanliness campaign should begin from people's homes and workplaces, with government and private offices, educational institutions, NGOs, associations and sanitation workers participating in the drive. From Gandhi Jayanti to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel's birth anniversary, which is coming up on October 31st, for almost 30 days, everyone should take up this Swachh Bharat campaign program across the country, and an appeal has been made for everyone in the country to become participants, Reddy said. (ANI)
EC Releases List Of Goa's 97 Left-Out Voters: 88 Form 6 Acceptances, 3 Hold Portuguese Passports
Goas Chief Electoral Officer has provided details about 97 voters whose names were not included in the electoral roll during the Special Intensive Revision, or SIR.According to the CEO, forms for 88 voters have been submitted, while three voters hold Portuguese passports and six are living abroad. Officials are making efforts to contact those living overseas.The Indian Express had reported that Electoral Registration Officers found all 97 voters eligible, but their names could not be included in the final roll due to a software issue.The Election Commission also conducted a house-to-house survey and asked the omitted voters to submit Form 6 for inclusion in the electoral roll.Meanwhile, the EC has amended Form 6 in states where SIR has been completed. Voters will no longer have to provide details linked to the 2003 electoral roll, though eligibility will continue to be verified.
Train Passes Over Dudhsagar Falls In Stunning Visual
A mesmerising view of Dudhsagar Falls in Goa was captured as a train passed across the bridge overlooking the cascading waterfall. The stunning visual has left netizens amazed, with the scenic combination of the train, bridge, and waterfall drawing attention on social media.
Captain Smit Machchhar Has Vast Knowledge Of Aviation: Ex-GoAir Pilot
Machchhar was a Line Training Captain, who is an experienced senior airline pilot responsible for instructing, mentoring, and evaluating other pilots during actual commercial passenger flights, he said.
How Does an SIP Calculator Help Turn Investment Goals into a Practical Plan?
How Does an SIP Calculator Help Turn Investment Goals into a Practical Plan? Setting clear financial goals is the first step towards building a secure future, but executing them requires a structured approach. Whether you are planning for retirement, purchasing a home, funding a childs education, creating an emergency fund, or planning a major purchase, [] The post How Does an SIP Calculator Help Turn Investment Goals into a Practical Plan? appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Ancy Sojan On Trolling: 'They Can't Take My Medal'
Asian Games silver medallist long jumper Ancy Sojan has responded to social media criticism regarding her appearance and attire, asserting that such comments cannot diminish her achievement or the value of her medal. She expressed pride in her performance and her status as a two-time Asian Games medallist, while also looking forward to future goals.
Manifesting To Feature In 2027 ODI WC By Staying In Present And Keeping Fit: Rohit Sharma
Cricket World Cup: Outlining his long-term ambition to feature in the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2027, senior India opener Rohit Sharma says his strategy revolves around staying strictly in the present, keeping fit, and performing consistently in every immediate assignment rather than looking too far ahead. Rohit made a vintage 101 at the ACA Stadium in Guwahati, as India chased down a massive 406 against the West Indies. He also shared an opening stand of 255 runs with captain Shubman Gill, who hit an unbeaten 223. Another superb performance from Rohit Sharma will be expected when the third ODI takes place in New Chandigarh on Saturday. What I want to manifest is that I keep myself capable enough until 2027, so I keep myself fit, keep working hard, and keep performing well in every tournament that comes up. This is what I need to think about, and this is what I need to do. So, I think my immediate goal is that whatever is in front of me right now, I do that properly, Rohit told JioStar in an interaction. Because thinking about next October right now is not going to help me play my game. What will help me is to stay in the present, keep ticking every box that comes my way, and then keep moving forward. In life, I've progressed step by step like this, so right now I have to do the same. So basically, what I mean is that I don't need to change anything. The way my journey has been so far, I want to keep driving it the same way. Keep working hard on my batting, keep working hard on my fitness, help the boys in the team, give input wherever it's needed, that's all, he added. Assessing Gill's transition into the captaincy role over the past year, Rohit urged critics to give the youngster time while praising his clarity of thought on the field. Shubman Gill has a great cricketing brain, no doubt about that. He has been captaining for about a year now, so it is unfair to judge him as a captain so early. But from what I have seen, he has been impressive. He is very clear about what he wants. That is the most important thing a captain should have. If the captain is clear, the players around him will also be clear. That is what I see with Shubman. He knows what he wants and is moving in the right direction. Of course, any captain needs the support of the players and the staff around him. I am sure that in whatever way I can help him, I will do that, he added. Rohit stressed that taking a backseat from the leadership role does not mean stepping away from guiding the team, adding that his dynamic with Gill remains unchanged. Shubman is the captain, but that does not mean I stay away from him or talk less with him. Ever since he made his debut, we have been moving in the same direction. That is how it should be, and it should not change for any reason. He needs the confidence of the team, knowing that everyone is moving together. Our job is to support him and take the team forward, he added. Having experienced the high of lifting World Cups twice in his career -- as a 20-year-old in the 2007 T20 World Cup and as captain in the 2024 T20 World Cup, Rohit stated that the feeling of winning a global trophy for India remains unmatched. It'll be great to win the upcoming ODI World Cup; that's all I'll say. I wouldn't think about full circle and all that now. Winning a World Cup for India is a special feeling. I have experienced that twice in the T20 format. In 2007, I was just a young kid of 20 years. Of course, it's a big tournament; you've won a World Cup in your first year, it's great. Then we won the Champions Trophy in 2013, and after that there was a long period, almost for 11 years, where we couldn't win an ICC title. So that's why, when we won the T20 World Cup in 2024, there was a realisation of how important it was. So that feeling is still inside to a great extent. So, I know what winning a World Cup feels like. So that's why I want that feeling back. The fun we had, you cant describe what that feeling is, because you can't match that. That's why winning that World Cup is very important to me, because I want to feel that feeling again, which we felt recently, he concluded. Then we won the Champions Trophy in 2013, and after that there was a long period, almost for 11 years, where we couldn't win an ICC title. So that's why, when we won the T20 World Cup in 2024, there was a realisation of how important it was. So that feeling is still inside to a great extent. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
India win sailing, wrestling silver; cricket and hockey teams enter gold medal matches
India secured silver medals in sailing and Greco-Roman wrestling after a successful day at the Asian Games. The men's T20 cricket team posted a solid score and eliminated Sri Lanka to reach the finals. Meanwhile, the men's hockey team narrowly defeated Pakistan with a last-minute goal by Abhishek. India's womens golf team secured a bronze position ahead of the final round.
Kobbari Mithai: Exploring Coconut-Based Regional Indian Sweets
Indias dessert culture is remarkably diverse, with every region offering sweets shaped by its climate, agriculture, festivals, religious traditions and locally available ingredients. Among the ingredients that have quietly influenced Indian sweets for generations, coconut holds a particularly important place. From coastal Karnataka and Kerala to Tamil Nadu, Goa, Andhra Pradesh, Odisha and the island [] The post Kobbari Mithai: Exploring Coconut-Based Regional Indian Sweets appeared first on FoodNosher.Com .
Hearing tech startup Legato launches its AI hearing glasses
The glasses stem from the startups goal of making hearing care more accessible by addressing the cost, comfort, and stigma associated with traditional hearing aids.
Delhi: L-G TS Sandhu opens DDA sports complex in Rohini, announces hockey cup from Oct 9
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 1 (IANS) Delhi Lieutenant Governor (L-G) T.S. Sandhu on Thursday inaugurated a Delhi Development Authority (DDA) sports complex in Rohini, visited a local Aarambh library popular among civil services aspirants and shared the mantras of discipline and determination with the youth, an official said. At the inaugural ceremony of the sports complex in Rohini's Sector-33, Sandhu announced that the L-G Cup for Hockey would be held from October 9 to 18 to encourage and motivate young athletes and promote greater participation team sports like hockey. Spread over around 8.11 hectares, with a built-up area of around 10,974 square metre, the sports complex has been developed to bring quality sporting infrastructure closer to the residents of Rohini, outer Delhi and adjoining areas of North-West Delhi. While interacting with students at the library, L-G Sandhu said that since there is a huge demand from the students for this library, the Rohini library would be augmented by utilising one upper floor and creating more than 40 seats. After the visit to the library, the Lieutenant Governor said on X, Visited DDA's 'Aarambh Library' in Rohini's Sector-11 along with Ravinder Indraj Singh, Government of NCT of Delhi Minister, and spent time with young aspirants preparing for various competitive examinations. Sat with them, heard about their preparation routines, challenges and pressures, and shared reflections from my own student days. My message was simple: Stay positive, consistent, disciplined. Turn setbacks into stepping stones and never lose sight of your goal. The grit, dedication and quiet resolve of these young learners is inspiring. Keep going, learning and believing. Success will follow, L-G Sandhu said on social media platform X. Earlier, the Lieutenant Governor directed the strengthening of street lighting, CCTV coverage and police patrolling around colleges, along with dedicated Nodal Police Officers and Pink Booths near campuses. He issued the directions after chairing a meeting with principals of women's colleges of Delhi University (DU), DU Vice-Chancellor Yogesh Singh and senior officers of Delhi Police, Transport Department, Public Works Department, DDA and Delhi Metro on Wednesday, on safety and security of students in and around college campuses and transit. Some of the common concerns raised by almost all colleges include, menace of e-rickshaws, lack of safe last mile connectivity, encroached footpaths and pathways, unregulated vending, dark spots and lack of sufficient illumination, unsafe parks near campuses, public toilets near campuses, obscene flashing, requirement of more Pink Booths and patrolling, among others. The meeting followed L-G Sandhu's impromptu visits over the past three days to Daulat Ram College and Indraprastha College and a surprise inspection of Bonta Park on September 25, to ascertain ground-level concerns of women students and residents directly.
Football: Mumbai City confirm return of Farukh Choudhary for upcoming season
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 1 (IANS) Mumbai City have confirmed the return of Farukh Choudhary to the club, with the attacker signing a deal that will keep him at the club until the end of the 2026-27 season. Born in Ambarnath, Maharashtra, Choudhary is no stranger to the Islanders, having previously made six appearances for the club during the 2020-21 Indian Super League season. Since then, he has gone on to represent Jamshedpur FC and Chennaiyin FC, making 126 Indian Super League appearances and registering seven goals and 10 assists across his career. Choudhary has also represented the Indian National Team, earned 24 caps and scored three goals for the Blue Tigers. Farukh Choudhary, an attacker at Mumbai City, said, Coming back to Mumbai City means a lot to me. I have had some really good memories here, and I am happy to be back with the club. I am looking forward to the new season, working hard with the team and giving my best on the pitch. We have a strong squad and big ambitions, and I want to contribute as much as I can and help the team achieve its goals. Earlier, Mumbai City had confirmed the arrival of Lazar irkovi, the Serbian joining the Islanders on a one-year deal, until the end of the 2026/27 season. Born in Ni, Lazar began his football journey with the Serbian SuperLiga club Rad in 2010. During his time there, he also gained valuable experience on loan at the Serbian League club Pali. In 2014, Lazar joined Serbian giants Partizan, making his official debut for the club in a UEFA Europa League fixture against Tottenham Hotspur. During his four-year spell with Partizan, he won two Serbian SuperLiga titles and one Serbian Cup before going on to represent Luzern in Switzerland, Maccabi Netanya in Israel, and Kisvrda and Honvd in Hungary. Lazar then moved to India, where he joined fellow Indian Super League side Chennaiyin FC. In his debut season, he played a crucial role in helping the club secure a place in the playoffs, earning a move to Jamshedpur FC the following season. He continued to deliver consistent performances for the Men of Steel, helping them reach the semi-finals. At international level, Lazar made his competitive debut for the Serbia Under-21s in 2013, featuring in a home victory over Northern Ireland. He represented the side intermittently until 2015 and was also part of Serbias squad for the 2015 UEFA European Under-21 Championship.
Ktaka: Bengaluru-Goa Vande Bharat extension boosts coastal connectivity
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Oct 1 (IANS) Rail connectivity between Bengaluru, coastal Karnataka and Goa has received a major boost with the extension of the existing MadgaonMangaluru Vande Bharat Express up to Bengaluru via Hassan, Udupi and Karwar, Union Minister for Heavy Industries and Steel H.D. Kumaraswamy said on Thursday. The development follows a proposal by Kumaraswamy to Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw seeking Vande Bharat connectivity between Bengaluru and Madgaon via Hassan, Mangaluru, Udupi and Karwar, in view of growing passenger demand along the corridor. Kumaraswamy said he had highlighted the route's importance for tourism, pilgrimage, education and commerce, as well as the need for stronger connectivity between Bengaluru and the major commercial, port and tourism centres of coastal Karnataka and Goa. Thanking Vaishnaw for his prompt and positive response, Kumaraswamy said the existing Madgaon-Mangaluru Vande Bharat Express had now been extended to Bengaluru. The service will operate as Train No. 26655/26656 YesvantpurMangaluruMadgaon Vande Bharat Express with revised timings. The extension will connect Bengaluru with key destinations in coastal Karnataka and further link the region with Madgaon in Goa. Kumaraswamy said his original proposal aimed to address growing demand for passenger services along the Bengaluru-coastal Karnataka-Goa corridor. In his communication to the Railway Minister, he had pointed out that the route caters to a diverse passenger base, including tourists, pilgrims, students and professionals. He had also urged the authorities to examine the feasibility of the service and initiate the necessary administrative process. Vaishnaw, in his communication dated September 28, 2026, referred to Kumaraswamys letter of December 23, 2025, and informed him that the MadgaonMangaluru Vande Bharat Express had been extended up to Bengaluru via Hassan, Udupi and Karwar. Kumaraswamy said the enhanced connectivity would benefit passengers travelling between Bengaluru, Hassan, Mangaluru, Udupi, Karwar and Madgaon. He said the service would also support tourism, regional economic activity and inter-state connectivity by strengthening rail links between Bengaluru, coastal Karnataka and Goa. Under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, this is another step towards strengthening modern rail connectivity and bringing Bengaluru, coastal Karnataka and Goa closer, Kumaraswamy said. He added that the extension would further strengthen the integrated and modern rail network connecting Karnatakas interior and coastal regions with Goa.
CEC's resignation, SIR freeze among demands as Dipke announces Mumbai protest
CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke said protests would also be organised in Goa, Karnataka, West Bengal, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar and Jharkhand. If Kumar does not resign, Dipke said a further protest would be held at Jantar Mantar in Delhi from the end of October
Object is to get people to vote: Bombay HC raps EC
The Bombay High Court's Goa bench has criticised the Election Commission of India (ECI) for rejecting voter registration forms (Form 8s) during a Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process. The court emphasised that the ECI's primary objective is to ensure citizens can cast votes and that rejecting forms, even if incorrectly submitted, goes against this principle. The case arose from a petition by a family whose names were deleted from the voters' list after their Form 8s for address change were rejected.
