Thou Shalt Be Vegetarian? Abhijit Iyer-Mitra Defends Bengals Durga Puja Traditions
Is eating mutton or fish during Durga Puja against Hinduism? In this episode of Why Should You Care, Political Commentator Abhijit Iyer-Mitra argues that Hinduism has never demanded one uniform diet or form of worship. From Jain-influenced vegetarian practices to the traditional sacrifice of goats and offering of fish in Bengal, Kashmir and Assam, he explains the diversity of Hindu customs.He also questions whether vegetarianism is mandated by the Gita or the Vedasand calls attempts to impose one lifestyle on all Hindus an insecure commentary.Watch the full show on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Z0dp4MIMJ2Y?si=VO1Mop0fhLMgpC_d
Athletic Bilbao forward Inaki Williams retires from Ghana national team
Digital Desk | Madrid, Sep 11 (IANS) Athletic Bilbao forward Inaki Williams on Friday announced his retirement from the Ghana national team after 28 appearances in which he scored two goals. The 32-year-old gave the news in a message posted on social media reading, I feel the time has come to bring my journey with the Ghana national team to an end. I leave happy, proud and with the peace of mind of knowing that I gave everything every time I wore this shirt. The elder of the Williams brothers, who had played once for Spain in 2016, decided to switch allegiance to his mother's homeland after visiting the country with his younger brother Nico, who plays for Spain, in the summer of 2022 and represented the country at the 2022 and 2026 World Cups as well as the 2023 African Cup of Nations. Ghana has given me much more than football. It has allowed me to come back home, feel even closer to my roots and experience the enormous pride of representing my country and wearing this flag on my chest. Ghana will always be a part of me. I will continue supporting the black stars of Ghana as one of you, wherever I am, wrote Inaki Williams. One of the best anecdotes about Inaki Williams and the Ghana national team is how he flew to Bilbao the day after Ghana was knocked out of the 2023 African Cup of Nations to play a Copa del Rey tie at home against FC Barcelona in January 2024. His flight arrived in Bilbao just hours before kick-off of a game where he was decisive, coming off the substitutes' bench to give Athletic Bilbao a 3-2 lead in a game they ended up winning 4-2 on the way to ending 40 years without winning the Cup. Meanwhile, Athletic Bilbao started their campaign in La Liga on a disappointing note, losing 0-2 to FC Barcelona. Goals from Raphinha in the 37th minute and Fermin Lopez in the 82nd gave Hansi Flick's side a comfortable victory against a rival that failed to register a shot on target. Lamine Yamal looked more threatening than on Sunday night and tested Athletic goalkeeper Unai Simon after 15 minutes. Despite Barcelona dominating possession, it needed a moment of quality from Pedri to thread Raphinha through on goal, allowing the Brazilian to finish in style.
Barca agree new contract with 18-year-old Egyptian Hamza Abdelkarim
Digital Desk | Madrid, Sep 11 (IANS) Spanish La Liga champion FC Barcelona announced on Friday that they have reached an agreement for the 18-year-old Egyptian international striker Hamza Abdelkarim to sign a new contract until the end of June 2030. The news, published on the club's website, comes only months after Barcelona made Abdelkarim's move to the Camp Nou permanent after he initially joined on loan from Egyptian team Al-Ahly. The player formed part of Egypt's squad at the 2026 World Cup, where he became the youngest Egyptian player to ever feature at the tournament. He was then called into Barcelona's squad for pre-season training and impressed, scoring four goals in preparation games, before making his La Liga debut on August 31 in a 5-2 win over Rayo Vallecano, reports Xinhua. One reason Barcelona wanted Abdelkarim to sign a new contract is that his initial deal after joining from Al-Ahly left his release clause at 15 million euros (17.4 million U.S. dollars), and given his progress in recent months, the club believes that is too low and makes the youngster a tempting target for its rivals. Meanwhile, the fifth round of La Liga matches begin in a hectic week in which teams will play three games before the first international break of the year, a run that could further underline Barcelona's control of the table. Valencia's Carlos Corberan is among the coaches whose position could come under pressure as he takes his side to Sevilla. Sunday's painful 5-0 home defeat to Barcelona left Valencia bottom of La Liga with one point from four games, and Corberan also has to contend with a lengthy injury list against a Sevilla side that has two wins and a draw from its opening matches. Elche coach Martin Anselmi also has cause for concern as he prepares to take his side to Athletic Bilbao on Saturday. Athletic have begun to find their rhythm under new coach Edin Terzic and beat Atletico Madrid 3-0 last weekend, while Elche have conceded 12 goals in their opening four games. Anselmi needs to tighten his defense against a rival that will press high up the pitch; otherwise he could be in for another difficult afternoon, and Elche owner Christian Bragarnik is not known for his patience with coaches. Real Madrid are also at home on Saturday, with Jose Mourinho again likely to rotate his squad against Rayo Vallecano. Mourinho's side has shown tremendous firepower in attack, but last weekend's defeat to Betis and a chaotic Champions League win at home to Inter Milan highlighted the need to find greater defensive balance.
Quote of the day by Denzel Washington says, Dreams without goals are just dreams, and they ultimately fuel disappointment. The saying explains why hopes need plans, goals and daily action. Denzel Washington connects commitment, consistency and discipline with achievement. His career also reflects a long path across films, television, theatre and direction, along with Academy Awards, a Tony Award and the Presidential Medal of Freedom.
SPL 2026: Hardy strikes 4 as Nongkseh wallop Meghalaya Police
Shillong, Sep 11: Nongkseh showed just how devastating they can be with a 7-1 demolition of Meghalaya Police in the Shillong Premier League at the SSA Stadium here today. Hardy Cliff Nongbri (5, 12, 55, 87) delivered a captains performance with four goals the first hat-trick of SPL 2026. This was also the biggest [] The post SPL 2026: Hardy strikes 4 as Nongkseh wallop Meghalaya Police first appeared on Highland Post .
Apple Debuts AirPods 5 With Open-Ear ANC And Siri AI
Apple has officially announced the AirPods 5 , introducing active noise cancellation to an open-ear form factor, expanded integration with Apple Intelligence , and improved acoustic hardware. Audio Upgrades and Noise Cancellation The newly launched wireless earbuds feature Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) designed for an open-ear fit, delivering up to 50% greater noise reduction efficiency compared to previous generation open models. Apple has integrated a multi-port acoustic architecture paired with next-generation Adaptive EQ and support for Personalized Spatial Audio , aimed at refining dynamic frequency response and spatial immersion across varied environments. Transparency Mode has also received processing adjustments for more natural pass-through audio. AI Integration and Smart Controls Central to the upgrade is on-device AI connectivity through Siri AI and Apple Intelligence. The earbuds support real-time translation across multiple languages, allowing users to conduct conversations seamlessly through audio prompts. In addition to stem-based swipe gestures for volume adjustment, users can employ hands-free head gestures such as nodding or shaking their headto respond to Siri prompts, answer incoming calls, or manage notifications. Battery Life and Build Battery endurance reaches up to 5 hours of continuous playback with ANC activated, extending to 22 total hours when paired with the charging case. For durability, the earbuds carry improved resistance against dust, sweat, and water . In line with corporate environmental goals, the hardware is built with 40% recycled materials , packaged in 100% fiber-based boxing. Pricing and Availability Apple is offering the earbuds in two distinct hardware configurations: AirPods 5 (Standard Charging Case): Available for $129 . AirPods 5 (Wireless Charging Case): Available for $149 , adding wireless charging functionality alongside stem-based volume slider controls. Preorders open immediately , with general retail availability and shipping scheduled to commence on September 18 across more than 65 countries. Apple Debuts AirPods 5 With Open-Ear ANC And Siri AI , original content from Ubergizmo . Read our Copyrights and terms of use .
Sorba Thomas walks away unscathed after his car flips near Hull's training ground
Highlights: Hull City have confirmed winger Sorba Thomas was unhurt after his car flipped near the club's Cottingham training ground on Friday morning. Images circulating on social media showed his Land Rover Defender lying upside down on a narrow residential street, with fire engines and police attending the scene. Thomas will still travel with the squad for Saturday's Premier League match against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge. Sorba Thomas had barely settled into life at Hull City before Friday morning gave him a scare that had nothing to do with football. The Wales international's Land Rover Defender flipped near the club's Cottingham training ground at around 9am, prompting a response from both the emergency services and, in person, his own manager. What actually happened? Eyewitnesses reported the incident around 9am on Friday, with fire engines and police attending the scene. Photos shared on social media showed Thomas's Land Rover Defender, complete with a personalised registration plate, lying on its side on a narrow residential street close to the training ground. Pictures also showed Hull head coach Sergej Jakirovic at the scene himself. Hull confirmed Thomas was driving alone at the time. How is Thomas doing now? Completely fine, according to the club. Hull released a statement saying they were elieved to confirm Thomas was unharmed, and that he had emerged from the vehicle without any injuries at all. The club also addressed the images spreading online directly, reassuring supporters given how dramatic the photos of the overturned vehicle looked. Thomas is expected to travel normally with the rest of the squad for Saturday's trip to Stamford Bridge. What's confirmed Incident time Around 9am, Friday Location Near Hull City's Cottingham training ground Vehicle Land Rover Defender, personalised plate Injuries None; Thomas completely unscathed Next fixture Chelsea (away), Saturday, Stamford Bridge Joined Hull Deadline day, from Stoke City Who is Sorba Thomas, and how new is he to Hull? Genuinely new. Thomas signed for Hull on deadline day after a season at Stoke City, and made his Hull debut only last week in a draw against Aston Villa. Born in Barking in 1999, he came through West Ham's academy before dropping into non-league football with Boreham Wood, then rebuilding his career through Huddersfield Town, loan spells at Blackburn Rovers and French side Nantes, and a year at Stoke, where he scored 10 goals in 48 appearances. He's also an established Wales international, with 27 caps and 2 goals for his country since 2021. Jakirovic has already spoken publicly about what he sees in Thomas's game, describing him as a left winger capable of playing further infield as a left-sided number 10, praising his delivery, end product and set-piece quality, alongside genuine pace and defensive responsibility. For a manager to speak in that much tactical detail about a player who's made just one appearance says something about how quickly Thomas is expected to be integrated. What's next for Hull? A tough return to Premier League action. Hull travel to Stamford Bridge on Saturday to face a Chelsea side that's been scoring freely this season, prompting Jakirovic to joke earlier in the week that the only way to stop them would be to kick them, before turning serious about the need for a compact, collective defensive effort instead. Thomas, barely a fortnight into his Hull career and now with an eventful week behind him for reasons that have nothing to do with football, is expected to be part of that plan regardless.
Chelsea's Joao Pedro wins the Premier League POTM award after four goal contributions
Digital Desk | London, September 11 (IANS) Striker Joao Pedro has been named the Premier League Player of the Month for August after playing a key role in Chelseas winning start to the 2026/27 season. The 24-year-old Brazilian striker scored twice and provided two assists in Chelseas opening two Premier League matches, helping the Blues secure victories against Fulham and Brighton & Hove Albion. The award is the first Premier League Player of the Month honour of Joao Pedros career and makes him the first Chelsea player to win the monthly prize since Cole Palmer in September 2024. Joao Pedro also became the seventh Brazilian to receive the award, joining Juninho, Edu, David Luiz, Lucas Moura, Rodrigo Muniz and Igor Thiago. The former Brighton forward made an immediate impact in Chelseas opening game of the season against Fulham, scoring just 31 seconds into the match with a clever flick over goalkeeper Bernd Leno. He later set up Palmer for the decisive goal as Chelsea secured a 3-2 victory. Pedro continued his impressive start in Chelseas first home match of the campaign against his former club Brighton. He found the net with a composed finish for Chelseas third goal before again providing the assist for Palmer to score the winning goal in a thrilling 4-3 victory. His four goal contributions in the opening two matches helped Chelsea begin their Premier League campaign with back-to-back wins. Joao Pedro topped an eight-player shortlist for the August award, which also featured teammate Palmer, Arsenals Riccardo Calafiori, Manchester Citys Rayan Cherki, Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes, Brentfords Mamadou Sangare, Hull City goalkeeper Konstantinos Tzolakis and Newcastle United forward Yoane Wissa. The Brazilians performances have provided Chelsea with a strong attacking presence at the start of the new campaign, while his combination with Palmer has already proved decisive in securing important points. Chelsea are currently placed at fourth position in the points table with six points in three matches. They will next face Hull City on Saturday.
Quote of the Day by Mariah Carey: Mariah Careys quote, Never listen to anybody who tries to discourage you explores the importance of self-belief, determination, and staying focused on your goals. The quote suggests that people should not allow negative opinions or discouraging voices to weaken their confidence or prevent them from pursuing their dreams. It encourages individuals to trust their abilities, remain motivated, and continue moving forward despite criticism or doubt from others.
'Focus on winning a gold for India': Wrestler Sunil Kumar ahead of Asian Games after 2022 bronze
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 11 (IANS) India's Greco-Roman wrestler Sunil Kumar has set his eyes on the gold medal at the upcoming Asian Games as he looks to go all the way after winning a bronze in Hangzhou 2022. Kumar, who competes in the 87kg category, began his journey in the sport in his village and has now turned out to be one of the top wrestlers in the Indian contingent heading for the Asian Games. I started wrestling in my village, and in the beginning, it was just something I enjoyed doing. But as I grew and started competing, I began to think that I wanted to do something for my country, not just for myself. That thought has stayed with me ever since, and it is what pushes me even today, said Sunil. Kumar has his focus on winning a gold medal as he looks to build on the recent training camp in Uzbekistan. My full focus right now is on winning a gold medal for the country at the Asian Games. Everything I am doing is working towards that one goal. We recently had a training camp in Uzbekistan, and it went very well. The Uzbek wrestlers are very good, and there were a few gold medallists from 2022 training there as well. Training alongside wrestlers of that level pushed all of us to get better, he said. The grappler has had his own share of battles with injuries over the years. He underwent knee surgery last year and admitted that fear of getting hurt never fully goes away for any wrestler, even at his level. However, Kumar also sees this as something that every athlete fears. I had knee surgery last year, so I know what it feels like to go through an injury. The fear of injury is always there at the back of your mind; no wrestler can say that they don't feel it. But if injuries were not a part of this sport, then anyone would have been able to do what we do. Everyone carries a little bit of that fear; it is just part of playing this sport at this level, he said. The Asian Games 2026 remains Kumar's top priority, but he is also keeping an eye on the next phase of his career as he looks for an Olympic qualification next year. Once the Asian Games are done, my preparation for the Olympics will begin properly from 2027, when the qualification events start. That will be the next big target for me, he said. The grappler has also had the backing of the Inspire Institute of Sport (IIS) for the support that carried him through that period. After my knee surgery, IIS supported me a lot through my rehab. They gave me access to a really good gym and made sure I had everything I needed to recover properly. Because of that support, my comeback went well, and honestly, once I came back from rehabilitation, my body actually felt stronger than it did before the injury, he said.
India beat Malaysia as Anmol leads defending champions to Junior men's Asia Cup final
Defending champions India secured a 3-1 victory over Malaysia to reach the final. Captain Anmol Ekka scored two crucial goals from penalty corners for the Indian team. Goalkeeper Vivek Lakra made several vital saves, including stopping a penalty stroke. India will now face the winner of the Pakistan and South Korea semi-final. This win marks India's fourth consecutive appearance in the Junior Asia Cup final.
India Beats Malaysia, Enters Junior Asia Cup Final
Defending champions India, led by captain Anmol Ekka's two goals and goalkeeper Vivek Lakra's crucial saves, defeated Malaysia 3-1 in the AHF Men's Junior Asia Cup semi-final. India will now compete for their fourth consecutive and sixth overall title against the winner of the Pakistan vs South Korea match.
She had no training. No running shoes. No proper running equipment or uniform. Lata Bhagwan Kare started running not to fulfil a childhood dream or to achieve fitness goals but for love. She desperately needed money to afford an expensive MRI scan for her husband, who had suffered a heart attack.
Mbappe, Haaland, Yamal lead a record-breaking Champions League Matchday 1
Kylian Mbappe continued his march up the all-time Champions League scoring charts, moving level with Raul on 71 goals and into fifth place.
The Gauhati High Court has questioned the demolition of dwelling houses belonging to 21 residents of Assams Goalpara district on their own agricultural lands, observing that the action of the revenue authorities appeared prima facie illegal and unauthorized and in violation of natural justice. Justice Devashis Baruah made the observations while hearing a petition filed [] The post Prima facie illegal: Gauhati High Court questions demolition of 21 houses on private agricultural lands in Assam appeared first on India Legal .
Ancient spice route may have shaped Keralams Malabari goats genetic legacy, study shows
Kerala Veterinary and Animal Sciences University researchers have reported the first complete mitochondrial genome of the Malabari goat. The findings provide molecular evidence supporting the possibility that goats moved along the historic Indian Ocean Spice Route
Watch: Cristiano Ronaldo Left Red-Faced After Massive Blunder, Amid Chase For 1000th Goal
Portuguese football superstar Cristiano Ronaldo made a tactical blunder during Al-Nassr's recent game in the Saudi Pro League.
Highlight: Among Premier League full-backs who played at least 900 minutes last season, Lewis Hall led the entire division for high-speed runs and underlapping runs per game, and ranked in the top three for dribbles completed. Despite that, Hall missed out on England's World Cup squad entirely. Newcastle have just signed him to a new contract running until 2031, a two-year extension, and turned down interest from Manchester United to keep him. Somewhere in the Premier League's underlying numbers sits a genuine contradiction. Lewis Hall, Newcastle's 22-year-old left-back, statistically outran, out-underlapped and out-dribbled every other full-back in the division last season. England's World Cup squad didn't include him anyway. Newcastle, apparently having seen the same numbers everyone else is only just catching up on, have responded by tying him down until 2031. What do the numbers actually say? Among full-backs who played at least 900 minutes in the Premier League last season, Hall led the entire division for both high-speed runs and underlapping runs per game, and ranked in the top three for dribbles completed. Those aren't vague eye-test impressions. They're the specific underlying metrics used to separate genuinely elite full-back performances from merely solid ones, and Hall topped the list outright in two of them. He's backed the numbers up with substance against real opposition too, keeping Barcelona's Lamine Yamal quiet from open play during a Champions League fixture, no small feat against one of the most dangerous wingers in Europe. This season alone, he's already set up two goals, continuing to function as a genuine attacking outlet rather than a purely defensive full-back. So why did England leave him out? That's the part without a clean answer. Hall missed out on England's World Cup squad entirely, despite leading the league in the exact profile of stats that usually get a modern full-back noticed. Competition for places in that position is genuinely fierce at international level, and being statistically strong domestically doesn't automatically translate into a squad slot when selectors are weighing form, tactical fit and experience all at once. Still, the gap between leads the Premier League in his position and ot selected is wide enough that it's becoming difficult to explain away as simple bad luck. What does the new Newcastle contract actually involve? A two-year extension on Hall's existing contract, tying him to the club until 2031. Hall, who joined Newcastle from Chelsea in 2023 as a boyhood supporter of the club, has made 106 appearances since arriving, and called signing the extension an absolute pleasure, describing representing the club's supporters as something he doesn't take lightly given his own family's connection to Newcastle. Did Manchester United's interest play into the timing? It's hard to ignore that it might have. Just a month before the new deal was announced, Manchester United great Peter Schmeichel told new Newcastle boss Matthias Jaissle that his old club were keeping an eye on Hall. Jaissle's response left no room for interpretation: No chance, he said. Whether that exchange directly sped up contract talks or simply reflected a decision Newcastle had already made, the timing lines up neatly with a club moving to protect a player it clearly rates more highly than England's selectors currently do. Lewis Hall, the numbers PL ranking (900+ min full-backs) 1st for high-speed runs and underlapping runs per game; top 3 for dribbles completed England World Cup squad Missed out New contract Runs until 2031 (two-year extension) Age 22 Appearances for Newcastle 106 Joined from Chelsea, 2023 Goals set up this season 2 What did Jaissle say about him? Warmly, and with real specificity about what he sees in Hall's game. Lewis covers ground in a way that few players can, the Newcastle boss said, praising his defensive maturity and the technical level that allows him to support attacks higher up the pitch. Jaissle also pointed to Hall's mentality as central to why he's convinced there's more still to come, describing a player who wants to learn and improve in every match rather than one who's settled into a finished level. What happens now? The club situation is settled either way. Newcastle have shown, through both the contract and Jaissle's own words, exactly how highly they rate him, and there's no transfer uncertainty left hanging over his season. The open question is entirely about England now: whether a player leading the league in the specific metrics that usually define a modern full-back eventually forces his way back into a squad that's currently overlooking him, or whether Newcastle end up being the only club that fully backed him at the right moment.
BRICS Summit 2026: From Millets to Mithai, Whats on the Menu?
BRICS has evolved into a key platform for emerging economies to advocate for greater representation in global governance, reform international financial institutions, strengthen trade and investment links, and advance sustainable development goals.
Parag Patil, a 47-year-old athlete from Badlapur, has won 22 international Masters athletics medals for India, including four gold, 10 silver and eight bronze. Despite his achievements, he works as a cab driver in Mumbai while continuing to train and fund his sporting career. His journey has involved loans, fundraising and significant family sacrifices, including his wife Sunita's mangalsutra being pledged as collateral. Patil's next goal is to win 100 international medals for India.
Sun Tzu, the ancient strategist, profoundly emphasized the significance of preparation and intelligence for achieving strategic victories. His insights prioritize accomplishing goals with the least conflict and financial burden. In contemporary settings, this guidance proves invaluable for addressing business and personal hurdles alike. By fostering adaptability and situational awareness, Sun Tzu's enduring wisdom continues to steer decision-makers toward effective leadership on the global stage.
Fay Fernandes wins Miss Goa International as First Pageant Held in UK
ORIGINAL ARTICLE: Fay Fernandes wins Miss Goa International as First Pageant Held in UK The inaugural Miss Goa International 2026 was held in the UK, with London-raised Fay Fernandes taking home the crown. The post Fay Fernandes wins Miss Goa International as First Pageant Held in UK appeared first on DESIblitz .
Little Thomas is a bright, cheerful seven-year-old boy growing up in Goa in the early 1990s. Loved by his parents and admired by all, his world seems perfect. Yet, Thomas feels incomplete. Unlike his friends, who all have siblings, he is an only child. He longs for a little brother someone to play with, share secrets with, and call his own.
UCL matchweek 1 records: Yamal surpasses Mbappe, Bayern touch 900-goal mark
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 11 (IANS) Spanish sensation Lamine Yamal impressed again as bigwigs kicked off their Champions League 2026-27 campaign with wins. Yamal scored and provided two assists as Barcelona defeated Feyenoord 5-1 in their UCL opener. Paris Saint-Germain hold the top spot in the 36-team table after matchweek 1 in Europe's top-flight, while Bayern brushed aside Bodo/Glimt 5-0. Returning to the UCL after a two-year absence, Manchester United handed debutants Sabah a 4-0 drubbing in their opener. Here, IANS take a look at some of the top stats from matchweek 1. Yamal breaks Mbappe's record for most goal contributions as a teenager in Champions League history after a goal and two assists. The 19-year-old now has 23 goal contributions in the UCL (12 goals and 11 assists) after contributing to three goals in the UCL opener. Mbappe had 20 contributions as a teenager. Meanwhile, FC Bayern Munich have become just the second club to register 900 goals in the UCL, becoming just the second team after Real Madrid (1139) to reach the mark. They beat Bodo/Glimt 5-0 to now tally 904 goals in the competition. Harry Kane's goal-scoring run continues as the England internarional netted once in the 5-0 win. He has now scored goals in eight consecutive UCL games, making him just the fourth player with eight or more straight games with goals. Only Cristiano Ronaldo (twice), Robert Lewandowski (twice) and Ruud van Nistelrooy have achieved the mark. Azerbaijan club Sabah made their debut in the Champions League and lost to United 4-0. However, they have set a unique record as they have become the first-ever team to name a starting XI of players of 11 different nationalities in their first game at the UCL. Real Madrid star Kylian Mbappe and Federico Valverde scored in Madrid's 2-1 win over Inter Milan in their UCL opener. Although Real were not that impressive, Mbappe scored and has now become the joint fifth-highest goal-scorer in UCL history, levelling Raul Gonzalez. He is now behind only Ronaldo (140), Lionel Messi (129), Lewandowski (109) and Karim Benzema (90).
Mourinho seeking 'killer' Vinicius as Real Madrid face Rayo
The Brazilian remains one of the key players of the modern Madrid era, having scored the winning goal in the Champions League final in 2022 and netting again as Madrid won the showpiece in 2024.
Supplyco advances Keralams SDG goals through affordable food, farmer support: Study
The recent assessment highlights Supplycos multifaceted approach in enhancing food security and supporting local farmers, revealing substantial savings for households and a significant impact on poverty reduction and nutrition access across Kerala.
India Inc aligns Viksit Bharat vision with business strategies, disclosures: Report
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 11 (IANS) India Inc is increasingly aligning the Viksit Bharat 2047 vision with their business strategies and disclosures, with aerospace and defence, automobiles and banking emerging as the strongest sectors to meet the national development agenda, according to a report released on Friday. The State Bank of India (SBI) Research report said its NLP-based analysis of 66 annual reports of 33 companies shows that this ambition is also increasingly embedded in corporate disclosures, with governance and digital transformation emerging as prominent cross-cutting themes. Its in-house Viksit Bharat Disclosure Index ranked aerospace and defence highest, followed by automobiles and banking, indicating these sectors are most actively linking corporate priorities with the goal of building a developed, self-reliant and globally competitive India by 2047. The sectoral analysis further revealed differentiated pathways towards development. IT is particularly oriented towards Digital Transformation, Energy towards Innovation, Power towards Sustainability, while Banking combines Governance, Digital Transformation and Human Capital, said the report. The Sapta Dhara mapping reinforces this multidimensionality, with Technology and Innovation, Manufacturing, Connectivity and Infrastructure and Green and Blue Economy emerging as the strongest areas of corporatenational convergence, while Defence, Agriculture & Food Production and Soft Power retain more domain-specific relevance. The future-oriented disclosures add a forward-looking dimension, signalling investment, expansion, technological upgrading, capacity creation and strategic transformation rather than merely reflecting current performance, with Banking, Automobiles and Aerospace & Defence showing the strongest future-oriented language, followed by Metals and Food Processing, said the report. It further stated that corporates must move beyond broad thematic references and embed the Viksit Bharat priorities into their business strategies, capital expenditure plans, technology adoption, supply chains, workforce development and measurable sustainability targets. Sectors such as Power and Electrical Equipment require stronger alignment. Greater emphasis is needed on renewable-energy integration, grid modernisation, energy storage, smart equipment, indigenous manufacturing, research and development, and workforce skilling, it noted. Banking, IT, automobiles, pharmaceuticals and other sectors must act as key enablers by providing finance, digital solutions, clean technologies, innovation and resilient supply chains to sectors where alignment remains relatively weak. Companies should establish time-bound targets, outcome-based indicators and transparent disclosures to demonstrate how their investments contribute to national development priorities, said the SBI report.
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Sep 11 (IANS)The Karnataka Cabinet has approved the ambitious 'Udyoga Nidhi' scheme to boost industrial investment and job creation in the state's backward districts, Minister for IT/BT and Rural Development and Panchayat Raj Priyank Kharge has said. In a statement on Thursday, Kharge said the scheme aims to create one lakh new jobs in 11 backward districts and reduce regional inequality in the state. Under the scheme, eligible Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) and industrial establishments that create additional employment will receive an incentive of Rs 2,500 per additional employee per month for a maximum of 24 months, he said. He further stated: The government will provide an annual grant of Rs 305 crore for the scheme. The incentive will be released only after verification of new recruitment and salary payments to employees. This is to ensure that assistance reaches only those industries that actually create new jobs and retain them, ensuring transparency and accountability in implementation. The scheme will encourage the establishment of new industries and expansion of existing ones in 11 backward districts, including Kalaburagi, Bidar, Raichur, Yadgir and Bagalkot, he said. The objective, the Minister said, is to prevent industries and jobs from being concentrated only in major cities like Bengaluru and to take investment to different parts of the state. Increased local employment opportunities will also reduce the need for youth to migrate to distant cities in search of jobs. The 'Udyoga Nidhi' will be implemented in coordination with the state government's 'Yuva Nidhi' scheme. While Yuva Nidhi focuses on support and skill development for youth to get jobs, Udyoga Nidhi will provide direct incentives to industries that create jobs. Development should not be limited to Bengaluru or a few cities. Investment and employment opportunities should reach every part of the state. Our youth should not have to leave their hometowns and districts for jobs. Our government's goal is to create good job opportunities in their own regions and enable them to build their future there, Priyank Kharge said. Udyoga Nidhi is not just an industrial incentive scheme, but a result-based job creation programme. The government will support industries that create jobs and also ensure that those jobs are actually created and salaries are paid, he added. The Minister said Udyoga Nidhi will be an important step towards building a balanced and inclusive Karnataka by taking investment, industry and employment to backward regions of the state.
Fadte bags squash title in Denmark
Goa-based Fadte defeated Denmarks top-ranked player Magnus Laursen 3-1 (118, 1816, 711, 114) in the summit clash.
Subs made an impact, but need to defend better Xabi Alonso
The Blues were in danger of crashing out following Tarik Muharemovics opener and a Brenden Aaronson goal soon after the interval.
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 11 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday remembered spiritual leader and reformer Swami Vivekanandas historic address delivered on September 11, 1893, in Chicago, saying that his inspiring words continue to reverberate across the world. PM Modi took to social media 'X' and said, 11th September 1893, Chicago. Swami Vivekanandas captivating address offered a glimpse of the civilisational ethos of India. His inspiring words still reverberate across the world. The Prime Minister also shared a publication by Belur Math containing the text of Swami Vivekanandas historic address. Swami Vivekananda delivered his famous 'Response to Welcome' speech on September 11, 1893, at the Worlds Parliament of Religions in Chicago. Sisters and Brothers of America, it fills my heart with joy unspeakable to rise in response to the warm and cordial welcome which you have given us. I thank you in the name of the most ancient order of monks in the world; I thank you in the name of the mother of religions; and I thank you in the name of the millions and millions of Hindu people of all classes and sects, Vivekananda said. Vivekananda had said that he was proud to belong to a religion that taught the world both tolerance and universal acceptance. My thanks, also, to some of the speakers on this platform who, referring to the delegates from the Orient, have told you that these men from far-off nations may well claim the honour of bearing to different lands the idea of toleration. I am proud to belong to a religion which has taught the world both tolerance and universal acceptance. We believe not only in universal toleration, but we accept all religions as true. I am proud to belong to a nation which has sheltered the persecuted and the refugees of all religions and all nations of the earth, he said. Vivekananda further said, I am proud to tell you that we have gathered in our bosom the purest remnant of the Israelites, who came to southern India and took refuge with us in the very year in which their holy temple was shattered to pieces by Roman tyranny. I am proud to belong to the religion which has sheltered and is still fostering the remnant of the grand Zoroastrian nation, Vivekananda said. He also quoted a hymn that he remembered from his childhood: As the different streams having their sources in different places all mingle their water in the sea, so, O Lord, the different paths which men take through different tendencies, various though they appear, crooked or straight, all lead to Thee. Referring to the gathering in Chicago, Vivekananda had said the convention itself represented the spirit of universal acceptance and echoed the teachings of the Bhagavad Gita. The present convention, which is one of the most august assemblies ever held, is in itself a vindication, a declaration to the world, of the wonderful doctrine preached in the Gita: Whosoever comes to Me, through whatsoever form, I reach him; all men are struggling through paths which in the end lead to Me. Vivekananda criticised sectarianism, bigotry and fanaticism, which he said had caused violence, bloodshed, destruction of civilisations and despair among nations. He concluded by expressing hope that the convention would mark the beginning of the end of fanaticism, persecution and hostility between people following different paths. I fervently hope that the bell that tolled this morning in honour of this convention may be the death-knell of all fanaticism, of all persecutions with the sword or with the pen, and of all uncharitable feelings between persons wending their way to the same goal, he had said.
SKUAST-K charts national-to-global transformation roadmap by 2030
Shalimar, Sep 10: The 46th Academic Council meeting of Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir (SKUAST-K) was held on Thursday at Vice-Chancellors Conference Hall, Main Campus, Shalimar, with deliberations focused on academic transformation, research and innovation for Universitys transition from National to Global by 2030. The meeting was chaired by Prof. Nazir Ahmad Ganai, Vice-Chancellor, SKUAST-K and Chairperson of the Academic Council, and attended by members of the Academic Council, representatives from sister universities and institutions, and officers and heads of various Divisions of the University. Ram Niwas, Commissioner/Secretary to the Government, Higher Education Department, Government of Jammu and Kashmir, attended the meeting as special guest. In his address, Prof. Ganai said the University has achieved the goal set in 2022 of moving from Local to National and was now repositioning its goalpost from National to Global. He said that the next phase of transformation would be driven by six key pillars: student diversity, faculty diversity, curriculum transformation, research and innovation, world-class infrastructure, and financial sustainability. Prof. Ganai outlined the milestones to be achieved by 2030, including increasing the international students enrollment to 5% and students from other States/UTs of the country to 35%, taking the Universitys IPR portfolio to over 250 and H-index to 250+, and strengthening faculty diversity by attracting 50+ faculty members from outside the Union Territory, including Professors of Practice and Adjunct Faculty. He further stressed the need for a sustainable mountain development policy, keeping in view the changing global climatic scenario and the growing challenges confronting mountain ecosystems. He said the University should contribute its expertise towards developing sustainable and climate-resilient approaches for mountain agriculture and development. Prof. Ganai expressed gratitude to the Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha; Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah; Minister for Agriculture, Javid Ahmad Dar; Chief Secretary, J&K; other Administrative Secretaries; and ICAR for their continued support and guidance to the University. He also thanked Ram Niwas for his valuable suggestions and inputs during the Council deliberations, which, he said, would help the University advance its vision of becoming a globally recognized institution. Addressing the Council, Ram Niwas said SKUAST-K has demonstrated how an agricultural university could take on a larger role in the higher education landscape and acknowledged the Universitys shift in its goalpost from national to the global level. He said the proposed Centre for Faculty Training and Pedagogy at SKUAST-K has the potential to serve as a model for universities across the country. He also suggested the creation of an Indian Teachers Service on the lines of other national services such as IAS, IFS and IES, to strengthen academic capacity-building across the country. Ram Niwas further suggested that universities should develop predefined five- or ten-year action plans, with clear goals and measurable outcomes, to provide a structured roadmap for institutional development and long-term transformation. Earlier, Prof. Mohd. Altaf Bhat, Director Education, SKUAST-K, delivered the welcome address. Prof. Azmat Alam Khan, Registrar and Member Secretary, Academic Council, presented the University Progress Report, followed by the Agenda and Action Taken Report of the previous Academic Council meeting. The meeting also witnessed the release of the revised uniform format for postgraduate theses, prepared by Dr Heena Hamdani, aimed at ensuring greater uniformity and standardisation in thesis preparation and submission at the University. A Ph.D. thesis of Agricultural Engineering student Er. Riyaz Ashraf was also displayed as a model for other research scholars, particularly in view of its additional chapter focusing on research outcomes. Umer Ibni Assad, Deputy Registrar (Academics), proposed the vote of thanks.
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NT Reporter Panaji Operators of beach shacks, huts and cottages on private properties have until October 31 to register for a licence, with registration now mandatory for all beach shacks in Goa, including those on government and privately owned land. The requirement follows the newly notified Goa Registration of Tourist Trade (Amendment) Act, 2026. Tourism []
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NT Reporter Panaji The Goa Investment Promotion and Facilitation Board (Goa-IPB) has reserved 1.04 lakh square metres of privately owned land in Quepem as an investment promotion area for an eco-tourism project proposed by R Silva & Sons. The project envisages the development of cottages and a wellness centre. According to a notification issued by []
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NT Reporter Panaji Indian Police Service (IPS) officer Akshat Ayush will take charge as the new Superintendent of Police (SP), South Goa, from September 12, replacing IPS officer Tikam Singh Verma, who has been transferred to Jammu and Kashmir. Ayush is currently serving as ADC to the Governor of Goa. In an order issued by []
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Banking services to be impacted in Goa for 5 days
NT Reporter Panaji Banking services will be impacted in Goa as with the one-day nationwide strike on Friday, banks will be shut for five days till September 15. The United Forum of Bank Unions (UFBU) has given a call for a one-day nationwide bank strike on Friday, September 11, 2026. As a result, banking services []
Municipal ward delimitation notified
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India Leads BRICS 2026: Its Importance in a Fractured World
The world is entering a period of profound uncertainty. Wars in Europe and West Asia, rivalry among major powers, disrupted supply chains, protectionist trade policies, climate emergencies and rapid technological change are reshaping international relations. The post-Cold War belief that economic interdependence would steadily reduce conflict has weakened, yet no stable alternative order has emerged. India assumes the BRICS chair in 2026 at this unsettled moment. The groupings expansion has increased its demographic, economic and political weight, while placing it at the centre of debates over multilateralism, Global South representation, financial reform, energy security, technological sovereignty and strategic rivalry. The enlarged BRICS now comprises Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia and Indonesia. Saudi Arabias participation has at times been described differently by official sources, but its invitation itself reflects the groupings expanding reach. Together, the members account for roughly 46 per cent of the worlds population and about 36 per cent of global GDP on a purchasing-power-parity basis, according to International Monetary Fund estimates. Their combined share of global oil production is also substantial, while China and India are among the worlds largest energy consumers and fastest-growing major economies. Indias task should be to make BRICS more effective, representative and development-oriented without allowing it to become an anti-Western bloc. Its leadership can demonstrate that multipolarity need not produce disorder and that cooperation among non-Western powers need not be defined by opposition to the United States or Europe. A larger and more complex BRICS BRICS began with Brazil, Russia, India and China and later included South Africa. Its expansion into the Middle East, Africa and Southeast Asia has given it broader geographical and economic reach. The new members bring energy resources, strategic waterways, agricultural capacity, manufacturing potential and access to some of the worlds fastest-growing markets. The groupings economic weight is already visible. China and India together account for a large share of global growth, while the Gulf members are major energy and investment centres. Brazil is an agricultural and commodities powerhouse; Russia remains a major producer of hydrocarbons, minerals and fertilisers; South Africa is an important gateway to the African continent; and Egypt controls the Suez Canal, through which a significant share of global trade passes. They also differ sharply in political systems, economic structures and strategic priorities. India and China remain competitors; Russias confrontation with the West has reshaped its relationships; Iran has distinct regional security concerns; Gulf members maintain close Western partnerships; and Brazil and South Africa bring their own developmental and regional perspectives. These differences need not make BRICS ineffective. They can instead support a model of practical multilateralism in which members cooperate where interests converge without requiring agreement on every issue. The danger lies in turning BRICS into an ideological alliance against the West. A focus on development, institutional reform and economic cooperation would make it a constructive pillar of a more balanced international system. The grouping already has examples of practical cooperation. The New Development Bank, established in 2015, has approved more than 100 projects worth over $30 billion, according to its published figures. Its mandate is to finance infrastructure and sustainable-development projects in member and other developing countries. The Contingent Reserve Arrangement, with a committed pool of $100 billion, was created to provide liquidity support during balance-of-payments pressures, although it has not yet become a substitute for the International Monetary Fund. These institutions are still modest compared with the World Bank and IMF. But they demonstrate that BRICS can build mechanisms rather than merely issue declarations. Indias strategic opportunity Indias foreign policy is based on strategic autonomy. It maintains partnerships with the United States, Europe, Russia, Japan, the Gulf, Africa and the wider developing world while participating in the Quad, G20, BRICS, the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation and other forums. This is not inconsistency but recognition that todays international system cannot be organised into rigid camps. India should bring this approach to BRICS. The grouping should be judged not by whether it is for or against the West, but by whether it can make global governance more representative, finance more accessible and development more sustainable. Issue-based cooperation offers the best path forward. BRICS can work together on trade, infrastructure, health, food security, energy, technology and financial inclusion even when its members disagree on security matters. Strategic autonomy should mean independent partnerships and policy choices, not isolation. Indias own experience gives it credibility in this regard. During its G20 presidency in 2023, New Delhi helped secure the African Unions permanent membership in the G20 and promoted the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor. The G20 New Delhi Leaders Declaration also called for reform of international financial institutions and highlighted the concerns of developing countries. India can carry this developmental emphasis into BRICS while avoiding rhetoric that divides the world into opposing camps. Reforming global governance Global institutions still reflect the distribution of power after the Second World War. India, Africa, Latin America and other emerging regions remain underrepresented in the United Nations Security Council, the International Monetary Fund, the World Bank and other bodies whose decisions affect the entire world. India is the worlds most populous country, with more than 1.4 billion people, yet it has no permanent seat on the Security Council. Africa, a continent of 1.4 billion people and 55 countries, also lacks permanent representation. This mismatch between contemporary realities and institutional authority weakens the legitimacy of the international system. BRICS can give collective weight to demands for reform. India should argue that global legitimacy requires representation of major populations, economies and regions. But reform must not replace one hierarchy with another. The objective should be an inclusive system that gives the Global South greater voice, policy space and access to finance, technology and markets. The New Development Bank can support this argument by expanding its lending in local currencies, increasing co-financing with regional development banks and simplifying access for smaller and poorer countries. Its credibility will depend on whether it can offer faster, more flexible and more affordable finance than traditional institutions. From declarations to delivery BRICSs credibility will depend on practical results. India should promote greater intra-BRICS trade and investment by reducing customs delays, improving logistics, harmonising standards and helping small and medium-sized enterprises participate in cross-border commerce. Cooperation should also strengthen supply chains for medicines, food, fertilisers, semiconductors, critical minerals and clean-energy equipment. The economic opportunity is considerable. BRICS countries include some of the worlds largest consumer markets, energy producers, agricultural exporters and manufacturing centres. Yet intra-BRICS trade remains far below its potential because of payment restrictions, regulatory differences, weak transport links and limited mutual recognition of standards. The New Development Bank should expand financing for infrastructure and sustainable development, including public health, water management, urban transport, digital connectivity and climate adaptation. Developing countries need affordable, predictable finance responsive to national priorities. The banks experience in approving projects in renewable energy, transport, water and urban infrastructure provides a foundation, but its capital base and project pipeline must grow substantially. BRICS members should explore increased trade in local currencies and interoperable cross-border payment systems. A common currency is neither necessary nor immediately realistic. The European Unions experience shows that monetary union requires deep fiscal, banking and political integrationconditions that do not exist within BRICS. Indias experience with digital public infrastructure and fast, low-cost payments offers a useful model for improving financial inclusion and reducing transaction costs. Indias Unified Payments Interface processed more than 18 billion transactions in January 2025, according to the National Payments Corporation of India. Its success demonstrates how interoperable digital systems can expand access to formal finance, although international adoption would require strong safeguards for data protection, cybersecurity, consumer rights and national sovereignty. The goal should be efficiency and interoperability, not financial confrontation. Energy, food and technology Energy and food security are now inseparable from national security. Price shocks, export restrictions, sanctions, shipping disruptions and extreme weather can quickly affect economic and political stability. The International Energy Agency projects that global electricity demand will continue to rise sharply through 2026, driven by industry, cooling, electric vehicles and data centres. At the same time, the energy transition is increasing demand for minerals such as lithium, cobalt, nickel, copper and rare earth elements. BRICS members possess or process significant quantities of many of these resources, giving them an opportunity to cooperate on responsible mining, recycling, refining and supply-chain resilience. India should encourage BRICS cooperation on renewable energy, nuclear power, green hydrogen, energy storage, resilient electricity grids and critical minerals. Developing countries will need finance and technology to pursue clean growth without sacrificing development. The International Renewable Energy Agency estimates that global renewable-energy capacity exceeded 4,000 gigawatts in 2024, but deployment remains highly uneven. Much of the developing world still faces high borrowing costs and inadequate grid infrastructure. BRICS could help close this gap through blended finance, technology partnerships and common standards for green hydrogen, batteries and renewable-energy equipment. Food security also requires collective action. The Food and Agriculture Organisation estimates that hundreds of millions of people continue to face hunger, while climate change, conflict and high input costs threaten agricultural production. BRICS could establish an agricultural resilience programme focused on climate-resistant crops, digital farming, efficient irrigation, storage, research and emergency food coordination. Brazils agricultural research institutions, Indias digital agriculture initiatives, Chinas manufacturing capacity and African members land and labour resources could support practical cooperation. Such a programme should avoid distorting food markets or imposing political conditions on emergency assistance. Technology presents a similar challenge. Artificial intelligence, semiconductors, biotechnology, quantum computing and digital platforms are transforming economies, but capabilities remain concentrated in a few countries and corporations. The International Data Corporation estimates that global spending on artificial intelligence will reach hundreds of billions of dollars annually before the end of the decade, yet many developing countries lack the computing infrastructure, skilled workforce and regulatory capacity to participate fully. Developing countries risk becoming consumers of technologies designed elsewhere, with limited control over data, standards and intellectual property. India should promote a BRICS innovation partnership supporting joint research, start-up cooperation, technology transfer, digital skills and responsible artificial intelligence. Applications could focus on health, agriculture, education, climate forecasting, disaster management and financial inclusion. Indias CoWIN platform, Aadhaar system and UPI demonstrate the potential of large-scale digital public infrastructure, although any international adaptation must respect privacy, consent and local laws. Open, secure and affordable systems should be accompanied by safeguards for privacy, cybersecurity and democratic accountability. Managing the China question Indias BRICS leadership will inevitably be shaped by its relationship with China. The two countries have unresolved border differences and compete over trade, technology, infrastructure and regional influence. Yet both are central to BRICS and together account for a substantial share of its population and economic output. India should neither underestimate China nor allow bilateral rivalry to paralyse the grouping. The guiding principle should be cooperation where interests converge, competition where they diverge and dialogue where disputes persist. BRICS must not become an arena for Chinese dominance or Indian-Chinese confrontation. India should also ensure that decisions remain transparent, consensus-based and attentive to smaller members. A credible grouping cannot be controlled by any single power. This will require institutional safeguards. BRICS should publish clearer project criteria, strengthen parliamentary and expert consultations, improve data transparency and ensure that new initiatives are assessed for debt sustainability and environmental impact. Smaller members should have meaningful roles in working groups rather than being treated as passive participants. India can also use its chairmanship to separate economic cooperation from unresolved security disputes. That will not eliminate tensions, but it can prevent every disagreement from blocking progress in areas such as public health, climate adaptation, disaster relief and trade facilitation. Keeping the Global South at the centre Developing countries face interconnected challenges of debt, climate vulnerability, food insecurity, technological inequality and limited access to development finance. The World Bank has warned that developing countries face elevated debt-servicing costs and slower growth, while the United Nations estimates that developing countries require trillions of dollars annually to meet the Sustainable Development Goals and climate objectives. They also seek greater influence over international rules. Many countries in Africa, Asia, Latin America and the Pacific believe that the global financial system responds more quickly to crises in wealthy economies than to persistent development needs elsewhere. Indias G20 presidency showed its ability to place development at the centre of global diplomacy. Its BRICS presidency should advance a similar model of developmental multilateralism, linking economic growth with human dignity, sovereignty and sustainability. This requires outreach beyond BRICS membership to Africa, Latin America, Asia and small island states. The groupings relevance will grow if it becomes a platform through which developing countries can articulate shared concerns and obtain practical support. India could convene a regular BRICS-Global South forum on debt, climate finance, digital public infrastructure, health and food security. It could also promote cooperation between the New Development Bank and regional institutions such as the African Development Bank, the Asian Development Bank and the Inter-American Development Bank. The objective should not be to claim that BRICS speaks for every developing country. The Global South is too diverse for a single political voice. The objective should be to create channels through which its varied concerns receive greater institutional attention. A bridge, not a wall The world does not need another rigid bloc. It needs institutions capable of managing disagreement without turning every dispute into confrontation. India should resist presenting BRICS as a substitute for the G7, NATO or any Western institution. It will be more influential if it remains open to dialogue with all major powers and works alongside existing institutions where cooperation is possible. A constructive BRICS can support reform without rejecting the international system, defend strategic autonomy without promoting isolation and represent the Global South without claiming to speak for every developing country. It can challenge unfair structures while avoiding new divisions. The 2026 presidency is therefore a test of Indias ability to translate its growing international stature into institutional leadership. Success should be measured by concrete outcomes: more development finance, faster payments, stronger health and food-security cooperation, better energy coordination, expanded technology partnerships and a clearer voice for underrepresented regions. If it succeeds, BRICS can become a platform for a more balanced global ordermultipolar without being anarchic, plural without being fragmented and ambitious without becoming hegemonic. Indias message should be clear: the objective is not to replace one centre of power with another, but to create a world with many centres of responsibility. That is the promise of BRICS 2026 and Indias most consequential diplomatic opportunity in a fractured world. (The Author is a geopolitical analyst and a noted legal expert of India)
We live in a generation that talks about mental health more openly than ever before. We have learned the wordsanxiety, depression, trauma, attachment, emotional neglect, burnout, people-pleasing, boundaries. We know how to identify symptoms, name patterns and sometimes even recognise them in ourselves. And that is progress. But perhaps there is something more important than learning the name of a wound. Perhaps we need to learn how to understand where it came from. Because before there was an anxious adult, there was a child who was trying to feel safe. Before there was an adult who could not trust people, there may have been a child who learned, very early, that trusting someone came with consequences. Before there was a perfectionist constantly terrified of failure, there may have been a child who discovered that mistakes changed the way people looked at them. Before there was someone who struggled to express their emotions, there may have been a child who was repeatedly told to stop crying, stop being sensitive, stop making a fuss. We often meet people at the end of their story and judge them for the behaviours they have developed, without ever asking about the beginning. A teenager becomes withdrawn, and everyone asks, Why dont you talk to anyone? A child becomes angry, and the adults ask, Why are you behaving like this? Someone becomes excessively sensitive, and we tell them they need to toughen up. Someone becomes desperate for reassurance, and we call them needy. Someone becomes distant, and we call them cold. Someone becomes obsessed with achievement, and we praise their ambition without wondering why failure feels unbearable to them. We see the behaviour. We rarely see the child who learned it. Psychology has increasingly shown us how deeply our early environments can influence the way we understand ourselves and the world around us. Childhood does not simply pass through us as a collection of memories. Our relationships, experiences and environments can help shape the ways we regulate emotions, understand relationships, respond to stress and perceive our own worth. A child is constantly learning. Not only from what we tell them, but from what we repeatedly show them. They learn whether love is consistent or conditional. Whether mistakes are safe. Whether emotions are welcomed or punished. Whether asking for help brings comfort or humiliation. Whether conflict means temporary disagreement or the threat of abandonment. Whether they are allowed to be childrenor whether they have to become adults too soon. And children are remarkably adaptive. They adapt to survive the environments they are given. The problem is that sometimes the very adaptations that helped a child survive can follow them into adulthood. The child who learned to stay quiet to avoid conflict may become an adult who cannot express what they need. The child who learned to monitor everyones moods may become an adult who constantly reads between the lines of every message and every silence. The child who learned that being useful earned affection may grow into an adult who feels guilty whenever they put themselves first. The child who was never allowed to fail may grow into someone who would rather not try than risk being imperfect. And then, years later, we look at that adult and ask, Why are you like this? Perhaps that is the wrong question. Perhaps the better question is: When did you first learn that you had to be this way? This does not mean that every mental-health difficulty begins in childhood. Human psychology is far more complicated than that. Genetics, biology, temperament, relationships, social circumstances, trauma, ongoing stress and countless other factors shape us throughout our lives. Childhood is not a sentence. It is a foundation. And foundations can be repaired. There is another uncomfortable truth we sometimes avoid: parents are often raising children while carrying their own unfinished childhoods. A parent who never learned how to regulate anger may struggle to teach emotional regulation. A parent who grew up believing that vulnerability was weakness may unknowingly teach the same lesson to their child. And so, without anyone consciously intending it, wounds can travel from one generation to another. That is why understanding our childhood should not become an exercise in blaming our parents for everything that went wrong. It should become an exercise in understanding. Because there is a difference between saying, My parents ruined me, and saying, Something happened in my childhood that shaped the way I learned to protect myself, and now I want to understand it. The second one gives us something the first does not. It gives us agency. Perhaps this is where our modern conversation about mental health needs to go next. We have become remarkably good at naming our struggles. But knowing the label is not the same as healing the wound. Calling someone anxiously attached does not tell us what they are afraid of losing. Calling someone a people-pleaser does not tell us why disappointing others feels so dangerous. Calling someone a perfectionist does not tell us what they believe will happen if they fail. Calling someone emotionally unavailable does not tell us what vulnerability once cost them. A label can describe a pattern. Understanding asks why the pattern had to exist in the first place. And perhaps that is what we owe ourselvesand the children growing up around us. Instead of only asking children, Why are you behaving this way? perhaps we should sometimes ask, What are you trying to tell me through this behaviour? Instead of immediately correcting an angry child, perhaps we should wonder what the anger is protecting. Instead of dismissing a teenager who suddenly withdraws, perhaps we should ask what made connection feel unsafe. Instead of telling a sensitive child to grow up, perhaps we should teach them that having feelings does not make them weak. Because one day, that child will become an adult. And we may meet them again years laterin the form of someone who cannot trust, cannot rest, cannot ask for help, cannot accept love, cannot forgive themselves for making mistakes, or cannot believe they are worthy without constantly proving it. And when that happens, perhaps we should remember: There is still a child somewhere inside that adult. A child who once learned how the world worked from the people closest to them. A child who did not have the vocabulary to explain what was hurting. A child who could not leave. A child who could only adapt. And perhaps healing begins when the adult finally turns back toward that childnot with shame, but with understanding. We cannot rewrite our childhood. We cannot go back and give ourselves every conversation, apology, hug, boundary or reassurance we needed. But we can learn. We can notice the patterns. We can question the beliefs we inherited. We can seek help. We can choose differently. And perhaps most importantly, we can make sure that the children who come after us do not have to spend their adulthood healing from the childhood we gave them. Because maybe the goal of understanding mental health is not simply to become better at identifying what is wrong with people. Maybe it is to become curious enough to ask what happened before the symptoms appeared. To look beyond the behaviour. Beyond the diagnosis. Beyond the label. And to remember that sometimes, behind the adult we are struggling to understand, there is simply a child who learned to survive the only way they knew how. Baiza Mushtaq, alumna GK School of Communication
Are we preparing children for life or just for exams?
The routine is familiar to all of us. Weekly tests, monthly assessments, and term examinations and finally the progress report. My kids have completed their Term 1 examinations, while weekly tests continue without a break. As a parent, I understand the importance of assessment, as it keeps both the parents as well as the teachers updated about the understanding of the topics. But watching this continuous cycle made me think, Are we preparing our children for life, or mainly preparing them for exams? I believe that marks are important but I also believe they can't be the only measure of education. The real world will ask our kids questions that may not have answers in their textbooks. It will require them to communicate, think independently, solve problems, make decisions, use technology, manage money, work with others, handle failure, and adapt to change. These, I think, are the skills that will help them throughout their lives. Term 1 for my kids was followed by a Parent-Teacher Meeting, which in our case (in Kashmir) again focuses more on marks, grades, and academic performance. Instead of asking questions like, How many marks did my child get? Shouldn't we ask what can we do together to help our child grow holistically? Our questions must revolve around the strengths, communication, confidence, interest and decision-making of a child apart from academics. We must understand that our children need practical knowledge alongside academic knowledge. The absence of financial literacy in mainstream education makes our children bad at saving, spending, budgeting and financial decision-making. Young people graduate without understanding how money works; how to manage it, invest it, or grow it. At the same time, they get fewer opportunities to develop entrepreneurial thinking, not necessarily to become entrepreneurs but to learn initiative, creativity, innovation, resilience and problem-solving. Our kids must learn to use technology wisely and responsibly. They should be encouraged to ask questions rather than simply memorise answers. Moreover, our education system needs career counselling in schools. Students should be guided about different career options from an early age. This can help them choose the right career based on their interests and skills. National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 is indeed a good initiative because it talks about holistic development, experiential learning, skills, vocational education etc but a policy can bring change only when its ideas are actually implemented in our classrooms. A key pillar of NEP 2020 is the transformation of the teachers role from an instructor to a facilitator and mentor. This shift is crucial. Students today need guidance, not just instruction; exploration, not just explanation. But this transformation depends heavily on the availability of the right educators. We need to recruit and train the trainers who bring practical knowledge into the classroom, encourage curiosity and innovation, guide students through real-world problem-solving and move beyond textbook-driven teaching. Without equipping teachers with the right skills and mindset, the goals of NEP 2020 cannot be fully realised. NEP 2020 has laid a strong foundation for the future of education in India. But a policy, no matter how visionary, can only succeed when it is lived in classrooms, not just documented in guidelines. NEP has given us a direction; now it is up to us (the parents, the teachers and the schools) to turn that direction into reality. (The author is the Managing Director, Zum Zum Food Products. Email: tajamul12@yahoo.co.in )
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ECB hikes rates from 2.25% to 2.5% as Iran war drives fuel inflation fears
The ECB responded by raising its policy rate to 2.50% from 2.25%, saying inflation was expected to stay above its 2% goal for some time.
Quote of the Day by Sydney Sweeney: Sydney Sweeneys quote, I actually began my career by convincing my parents to let me be an actress when I was 12 with a PowerPoint presentation describing acting and my goals, explores the importance of ambition, confidence, preparation, and determination in pursuing dreams. The quote suggests that achieving a goal often requires more than simply having a passion; it also involves clearly communicating your vision, demonstrating commitment, and having the courage to take action toward the future you want.
Two new garbage transfer stations set up in Kurnool
Visiting the new garbage transfer stations, KMC Commissioner says the initiative will help the Kurnool Municipal Corporation to effectively manage sanitation and achieve its goal of 100% door-to-door collection of garbage
Piyush Goyal calls for rebalancing India-Russia trade to meet $100 bn goal
Commerce minister says non-energy trade offers headroom for growth as India and Russia target $100 billion in annual bilateral trade and $50 billion in investment by 2030
Tata Steel commissions India's 1st coke oven gas injection project at its Odisha plant
Tata Steel has commissioned a coke oven gas injection project at its Meramandali plant. This initiative supports the company's Net Zero by 2045 target and low-carbon production goals. The project utilizes coke oven gas, reducing dependence on external fossil fuels for operations. This innovation enhances operational flexibility and efficiency while lowering environmental impact. It demonstrates Tata Steel's leadership in deploying advanced green steel technologies.
'Sher-E-Punjab T20 League is an opportunity for IPL': Ludhiana Lions' Salil Arora
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 10 (IANS) Ludhiana Lions wicketkeeper-batter Salil Arora has called the Sher-E-Punjab T20 League an opportunity for the young players to catch the attention of the Indian Premier League (IPL) franchises and play in the cash-rich league. Speaking to IANS, Arora emphasised that the players who do well in this tournament can have a bright future, as the Indian national selectors also pay a visit to watch matches. This is a very good league. It's an opportunity for youngsters to play IPL. A strong performance here can lead to an IPL contract, Arora told IANS. On top of that, you get experience by playing in a big league like this. And there are selectors who come here, like the IPL selectors and the Indian selectors. So this is a very big opportunity for us, he added. Arora has been a strong performer for Ludhiana as they sit close to a place in the semifinal. He has played a few fiery knocks, including a 38-ball 78 against Fazilka Falcons. The young batter reflected on his performances in the tournament. I am getting a lot of confidence (from these knocks). So, I will try to carry this momentum forward in the next match. We want to win the next match and play the semifinals. Salil, who has played U19 cricket for India, is currently part of the Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL and has been impressive in the limited time he got to bat in the death overs. He opened on his first-year IPL experience and the time he spent with the likes of Pat Cummins, Heinrich Klaasen, Ishan Kishan and Abhishek Sharma. Yes, they told me beforehand that my role would be as a finisher. And players like Ishan Kishan and Abhishek Sharma, they used to back me all the time. Like, there were 1-2 matches that didn't go well. They used to back me and motivate me that I will do it. And the coaches used to tell me that I am a good player and I will do it. So they didn't let my confidence go down. So in the end, positive results came, he added. Arora wants to play for India next as he aims for another strong Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, having scored 358 runs in the previous edition, when he was Punjab's leading run-scorer in the domestic T20 tournament. Yes, I see the upcoming Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy as a strong opportunity. I want to perform there and then go to IPL. And then I want to perform in the IPL and play for the Indian team. This is my dream and my goal, he said.
'Dream is to play for India': Salil Arora wants more SMAT, IPL success for national cap
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 10 (IANS) Punjab and Sunrisers Hyderabad batter Salil Arora is looking ahead to the upcoming Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy and the Indian Premier League as he looks to fulfil his dream of playing for India in the future. The 23-year-old, who is currently playing for Ludhiana Lions in the ongoing Sher-E-Punjab T20 League, had a stellar Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy campaign in 2025-26 and also impressed many with his exploits in the IPL 2026. Arora was Punjab's leading run-scorer in the SMAT 2025-26, having scored 358 runs in eight innings, including a maverick unbeaten 125 off 45 balls against Jharkhand. His SMAT exploits helped him earn an IPL contract with the SRH ahead of the 2026 season, and he impressed in his limited time at the crease in the death overs, with a notable knock of 30 off just 10 balls being one of his major highlights from the season. Speaking to IANS, Arora revealed that his dream remains to play for India as he is eyeing another strong SMAT and an IPL and is not looking to take pressure from his previous strong outings. Yes, I see the upcoming Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy as a strong opportunity. I want to perform there and then go to the IPL. And then I want to perform in the IPL and play for the Indian team. This is my dream and my goal, he told IANS. Arora, the wicketkeeper batter, is currently part of the leadership group of Ludhiana in the Sher-E-Punjab T20 League and has led the side in the absence of Arshdeep Singh. He has played a few fiery knocks, including a 38-ball 78 against Fazilka Falcons, and has also batted higher up the order at No.3 in the tournament. The young batter shared that the outings in the state franchise league have helped him, while he also opened on the change in batting position in the league. I am getting a lot of confidence (from these knocks). So, I will try to carry this momentum forward in the next match. We want to win the next match and play the semifinals. I felt the need to bat higher up the order, as per the requirements of the team. So as I changed the batting order, the result was also positive. So I thought I should play up, he said, highlighting his unbeaten 78 off 38 deliveries.
Even Kohli faces hatred; handling it is a real challenge: Kartik Chadha on tackling scrutiny
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 10 (IANS) Kartik Chadha knows that reaching the Indian cricket team is an enormous challenge. But for the young leg-spinner, getting there may not be the only battle. He believes handling the scrutiny that comes with playing for India particularly in the era of social media could be an even bigger test. Kartik identified Virat Kohli as an example of how intense that scrutiny can be, even for a player who has already achieved extraordinary success for the country. However, he was quick to acknowledge the gulf between his own career and what Kohli has achieved, but said the criticism faced by even the biggest names illustrates the mental challenge awaiting players at the highest level. Everyone has seen that my googly can be a bit deceptive. That will be my weapon. The challenging part will be how confident you are in such a large environment. Because now that social media has entered the picture, Virat Kohli also faces hatred and criticism. We are nothing compared to what he has achieved. He has done extraordinary things for India and continues to do so, but he still receives hate. Virat Kohli also faces hatred and criticism. The real challenge is figuring out how to handle this. So, mindset will be the key challenge, Kartik told IANS in an exclusive interaction on Thursday. For Kartik, the experience of being around IPL cricket has brought the India dream into clearer focus, but it has also made him more conscious of how difficult the final step is. Reaching the level of Indian cricket is extremely challenging. Playing for CSK and heading there was significant, but just going to India is a major milestone. Now, you must perform consistently to aim for India, Kartik stated. Rather than becoming consumed by the prospect of selection, Kartik wants to concentrate on the opportunities immediately available to him. My focus is on whatever platform I havewhether now or in the future. Thats what cricket demands: staying focused on the present. While representing India is important, the key is to excel in the present. He believes that looking too far ahead can actually undermine the performance required to make that future possible. Overthinking the future can jeopardise the current opportunities. Therefore, I concentrate on making the most of my present and giving my best. If I dwell on the pressure, I might perform poorly here and in franchise leagues as well. I dont think I can succeed at this level either. The fierce competition for places in Indian cricket is another factor Kartik is conscious of, particularly with so many spinners competing for limited opportunities. Considering Indias large population and the many people who play cricket, constantly thinking about the competition and the many spinners available makes me worried about my performance. Therefore, I want to focus on seizing the opportunities I have now. His philosophy is ultimately to ensure that whatever happens in the future, he does not look back with regret at an opportunity he failed to maximise. My goal is to do my best so that when I sleep, I have no regrets about not giving my all today. I believe I have tried my best, and I leave the rest to God, trusting that he will recognise my hard work and decide if I deserve success or not. That mindset also extends to how Kartik responds when a batter gets the better of him. The leg-spinner believes two successful shots can sometimes create overconfidence in the batter and an opportunity for the bowler. Its true that when batsmen get overconfidentthinking theyll hit every ball because theyve already connected twicethey tend to focus less on accuracy. They might believe that since theyve hit two balls, they can hit the third and fourth too. Kartik says the key in such moments is to erase what has already happened and concentrate entirely on the next delivery. During such moments, its important to ignore those previous successful shots and focus solely on the next ball. The margin for error should be minimal in that situation. He believes the confidence gained from hitting boundaries can also tempt a batter into taking another risk. The batsman remains confident because of those hits, which might lead him to try for the third, increasing the chance that the bowler can get him out on that ball. At that point, the batsman needs to trust his skills and back himself. For a young leg-spinner chasing the India dream, that balance between ambition and staying present may ultimately prove as important as the googly that has become his most talked-about weapon.
Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson fined by FA for misconduct during Forest match
Digital Desk | London, Sep 10 (IANS) Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson Becker has been fined 8,000 by the English Football Association (FA) for misconduct following the clubs Premier League fixture against Nottingham Forest on August 29. The FA said Alisson accepted the charge after he was alleged to have acted improperly around the tunnel area following the final whistle. A statement from the FA reads: Liverpools Alisson Becker has been fined 8,000 for misconduct at the Premier League fixture against Nottingham Forest on 29 August. It was alleged that the goalkeeper acted in an improper manner around the tunnel area after the final whistle. Alisson Becker subsequently accepted the charge against him and received the standard penalty. The incident came after a frustrating evening for Liverpool, who were held to a 2-2 draw by Forest at Anfield. Footage appeared to show Alisson kicking a fourth officials substitution board after the final whistle, with the board reportedly damaged in the incident. Liverpool had to come from behind twice to avoid defeat. Dan Ndoye gave Forest the lead before Alexander Isak levelled for the hosts. Morgan Gibbs-White then restored Forests advantage from the penalty spot before Victor Munoz scored late to secure a point for Liverpool. Liverpool have made a solid start to the 2026-27 season under their new management, remaining unbeaten in the Premier League and also opening their UEFA Champions League campaign with a victory. They began their league campaign with a 2-2 draw away to Newcastle United at St James Park on August 23 before being held to another 2-2 draw by Nottingham Forest at Anfield. Liverpool then secured their first Premier League win of the season by beating Ipswich Town 2-0 away at Portman Road on September 5. Alisson will now look to move on from the incident as Liverpool prepare for the next phase of their campaign.
Psychology says you secretly compare yourself with old classmates and it is not jealousy
Encountering someone from school can bring old ambitions, expectations and possibilities back to the surface. You may not necessarily want the career or lifestyle they have built, but seeing their progress can prompt you to think about your own goals and the plans you once imagined but have yet to pursue.
Census 2027: RGI asks officials to focus on sensitive questions during enumerator training
Census 2027 enumerator training will emphasize sensitive questions on religion and caste. Population enumeration in Goa and Uttar Pradesh starts December 1, 2026. Training for most states concludes by January 15, 2027, with nationwide completion by March. Over 34 lakh enumerators will participate in this massive headcount exercise. The government has approved Rs 11,718 crore for the census.
HC questions 24-hr notice after 73 Muslim houses razed in Assam
Guwahati: The Gauhati High Court on September 7 came down heavily on the state authorities for demolishing houses in Assams Muslim-majority Goalpara after residents challenged the 24-hour notice. On September 7, the local authorities razed 73 houses of Muslim families for not converting agricultural land for residential use. What imminent danger made the demolition 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 .
Raids on Satish Jarkiholi continue amid protests across Karnataka against ED action on Minister
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Sep 10 (IANS) Enforcement Directorate (ED) raids and searches at the residences and properties linked to Karnataka Public Works Department (PWD) Minister, Satish Jarkiholi, continued on Thursday evening amid protests by his supporters and various organisations across the state. According to officials, Rs 3 crore was found during searches at properties belonging to Jarkiholi, his daughter and Congress MP Priyanka Jarkiholi, their relatives and associates. Searches were continuing at 18 locations across Bengaluru, Belagavi and Gokak in Karnataka and in Goa. Officials said foreign investments and mining-related transactions were also under the scanner. Information gathered during the searches has been sent to the ED headquarters, and further directions are awaited. Digital evidence has also been collected from the properties searched by the agency. Bank officials and staff members have been called in to assist the ED in examining financial transactions and other documents as part of the investigation. The searches at the residences and properties of Jarkiholi's close aides Vittal Parasannanavar, Raju Dharaga Shetty and Malagouda Patil concluded on Thursday. However, the ED continued searches at four locations in Belagavi city. The agency also searched the residence of Preeti Kakatkar, personal secretary to Excise Commissioner Y. Manjunath, who is Jarkiholi's brother-in-law. Searches at Manjunath's residence also continued. Meanwhile, protests erupted in several parts of Karnataka in support of Jarkiholi and against the ED action. In Bengaluru, supporters of properties allotted by the government staged a silent protest, holding placards that read, Truth won't die and We won't bow down to ED threats. Valmiki Guru Peetha seer Prasannananda Swami visited the protest site and extended his support to Jarkiholi. Satish Jarkiholi is not an individual, he is a force. He has left an impact across the state and is an influential person in state politics, the seer said. He alleged that the raids and searches at Jarkiholi's residences and properties since Wednesday were intentional and politically motivated. It is evident from the outset. The whole community and mutt will be on his side and to support him morally. I have come here to take part in the protest, he said. In Athani town of Belagavi district, Congress workers took to the streets and staged a protest condemning the ED searches. The protesters blocked the Sankeshwar-Vijayapura road and raised slogans against the action. In Dharwad, Dalit organisations staged protests and raised slogans against the Central government, while in Gadag, leaders of AHINDA organisations protested under the banner of Manava Bandhutva Vedike. The protesters in Gadag alleged that the ED action was politically motivated and targeted at Jarkiholi. Meanwhile, Jarkiholi's supporters have decided to stage a larger protest at Freedom Park in Bengaluru on Friday, opposing the ED raids and searches. The ED searches, which began on Wednesday, are part of an ongoing probe involving properties and financial transactions linked to Jarkiholi and people associated with him. The agency has continued examining documents, digital devices and financial records recovered during the searches.
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Hiranandani Communities enters Goa property market through two partnerships
The two projects, spread across a five-acre land parcel, have a combined development potential of over 250,000 sq ft and an estimated project value of around Rs 450 crore.
Liverpool's Alisson Becker fined for post-match outburst
Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson Becker has been fined 8,000 by the FA for kicking an electronic substitution board after a 2-2 draw with Nottingham Forest, an act of frustration following a contentious match incident.
Quote of the day by Les Brown is a reminder that life does not have to stop evolving simply because one chapter has ended. There can be new goals after failure, new dreams after retirement, new ambitions after family responsibilities and new beginnings after years of uncertainty. The future does not belong only to the young. It belongs to anyone willing to imagine something better and take a step toward it. If there is a dream that still quietly lives inside you, perhaps it deserves another chance. You may not be able to change every part of your past, but you can still influence what comes next. Sometimes the most powerful chapter of a persons life begins when they finally decide that it is not too late to dream again.
Aim to achieve Mission Shikshit Arunachal goals by 2029: CM Khandu
Digital Desk | Itanagar, Sep 10 (IANS) Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister, Pema Khandu, on Thursday said the state government is undertaking comprehensive reforms in the education sector to restore the quality and effectiveness of government schools by implementing the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and Mission Shikshit Arunachal, with a target of achieving its objectives by 2029. Felicitating the state-level meritorious students under the Golden Jubilee Meritorious Students Awards for the academic session 2024-25, the Chief Minister said a task force was constituted for implementation of NEP 2020, followed by extensive consultations with community-based organisations and other stakeholders. Khandu said that the government is rationalising the number of schools and moving towards strengthening the Inter-Village (IV) school model, with greater emphasis on infrastructure and adequate availability of teachers, particularly subject teachers. He also noted the encouraging rise in enrolment in government schools in recent years, saying the trend was particularly significant at a time when declining government school enrolment remains a challenge across the country. The Chief Minister called upon the young achievers to remain disciplined, focussed and committed to excellence as they prepare to shoulder the responsibility of Arunachal Pradeshs future. A total of 30 state-level toppers from Classes III to XII were felicitated at the ceremony, while around 840 students received the award at various district levels. The Golden Jubilee Meritorious Students Award was instituted in 2022, the year Arunachal Pradesh celebrated 50 years since it was named Arunachal Pradesh in 1972, and its implementation began from the academic year 2023-24. Referring to Arunachal Pradeshs tribal traditions, the Chief Minister urged students to preserve the culture of respecting parents, elders, teachers and all members of the school community. He stressed that sports should receive equal importance alongside academics for the overall development of young people, noting that playgrounds have been provided in government schools across the State. Khandu said the State has created multiple avenues for young people to pursue careers in government service, the private sector, entrepreneurship, startups and other emerging fields. The Chief Minister said the state government has been creating opportunities to encourage more Arunachali youth to join the Armed Forces as officers. He highlighted the establishment of the States first Sainik School at Pasighat in collaboration with the Government of India and the second Sainik School at Tawang under the PPP mode. Khandu said the Government is also working with the Army to establish a structured coaching mechanism through which selected Arunachal students would receive specialised preparation for competitive examinations such as NDA and CDS. The proposed initiative would help young people pursue careers as officers in the Army, Navy, Air Force and Central Armed Police Forces, including SSB, ITBP, CRPF and BSF. Highlighting the state governments efforts to provide global exposure to Arunachals students, Khandu said the State is supporting students who secure admission to universities ranked among the top 150 globally under QS rankings. The award ceremony in Itanagar was attended by Education Minister P.D. Sona, Advisor to Education Minister Mutchu Mithi, senior officials of the Education Department, teachers, students and parents.
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Hiranandani enters Goa realty market with 450-crore partnerships
Under its Eleva model, Hiranandani Communities will provide project management consultancy services for two residential projects spread across five acres in Goa
India backs safe, sustainable space domain based on int'l law: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Thursday that India supports a safe and sustainable space domain anchored in international law, underlining that the promise of space is infinite and our responsibility is collective. Virtually addressing the International Space Summit being held in Paris, Modi also asked France and other nations to be co-traveller in India's next generation space research. We support a safe and sustainable space domain anchored in international law. Scientific data must serve a common goal with openness and integrity. India's space journey reflects this philosophy, he said. The prime minister said India's approach is rooted in 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' -- One Earth, One Family, One Future and this spirit must travel beyond the planet. Modi said that for centuries, space has inspired people's imagination and now it saves lives on earth. The promise of space is infinite. Our responsibility is collective, he said. Modi said the Indian Space Research ...
Indias early entry into 6G leadership coalition to help it set standards for nextgen networks
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 10 (IANS) India joining the US and 24 other countries to shape standards and security for nextgeneration 6G networks will place New Delhi at the table where rules, spectrum policy and trust frameworks for the 2030s will be written, a new report has said. The report from India Narrative said that India is moving from being a large consumer of mobile technology to a co-author of the rules, architectures and trust frameworks that will define the next decade. The decision, announced after Union Minister of State Jitin Prasada met US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick on the sidelines of the G20 Innovation Ministerial, will help Indian researchers, operators, chip designers and startups influence spectrum thinking, security baselines and interoperability rather than retrofit later. Early participation of India is important because wireless communication is an area where countries that help write the standards typically capture a larger share of patents and equipment markets. India has joined the Call to Action for 6G Leadership and Security, a framework covering network security, interoperability, resilience and trusted AI. The publication found the language from Washington unusually clear, as it highlighted the goal to ensure that 6G reflects shared security interests, along with strengthening competitiveness and driving innovation. As formal 6G technical work is expected to accelerate from 2027 and Indias 'Bharat 6G Alliance' targets deployment by 2030, the timing of this coalition is also critical, the report added. 6G will transmit far more than voice and video, acting as foundation for industrial control systems, autonomous logistics, defence-adjacent sensing, and the AI workloads that already run on Indian data centres. Aligning with partners who treat trusted vendors, supply-chain integrity and AI-in-the-loop as first-order design questions is a form of strategic hygiene, the report noted. Prasada, in the meeting with Lutnick, pressed for greater US participation in India Semiconductor Mission 2.0, a stronger AI technology partnership, and a practical mechanism for AI safeguards. Indias scale in digital public infrastructure, its growing fab and design ambitions, and its software talent ensures it can bring capability to the table, not just a large market that can absorb products.
'Ashamed' Gadkari won't attend Mumbai-Goa highway opening
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has expressed his determination to blacklist contractors and suspend officials responsible for delays and shoddy execution of infrastructure projects. He plans to personally inspect the delayed Mumbai-Goa Highway in October and urged the Goa government to develop roadside amenities and promote green initiatives along the route. Gadkari also highlighted the importance of infrastructure for economic growth and sustainable development.
Messi's 13th assist helps Casemiro level for Inter Miami against Chicago
Lionel Messi collected his league-leading 13th assist of the season when he set up Carlos Casemiro for the equalizer early in the second half, and Inter Miami tied Chicago 1-1 before a crowd of 63,094 - the most for a Fire match at Soldier Field. Inter Miami (12-4-8) evened the score three minutes into the second half when Messi sent the ball Casemiro's way off a free kick for his third goal in his eighth MLS appearance. Casemiro's goals have come on headers in three straight matches. Chicago (11-6-6) jumped in front in the 10th minute on a goal by Robert Lewandowski - his sixth in his first nine MLS matches. Defender Andrew Gutman picked up his sixth assist and Robin Lod notched his fourth as the Fire took the lead into halftime. Chris Brady had six saves for Chicago. Brady made a diving save on a shot by German Berterame in the 16th minute - one of three first-half saves to keep the Fire in front. Dayne St. Claire saved two shots for Inter Miami, which has gone 1-2-4 since the st
Comparing Lamine Yamal and Kylian Mbappe
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Ronaldo's Al-Nassr target Asian Champions League glory in Saudi title bid
What could be Cristiano Ronaldo's last chance to win a first Asian Champions League title for his Saudi club will get underway next week. Ronaldo's Al-Nassr is one of five Saudi Pro League teams in the tournament. Combined, they've spent more than $2 billion on foreign players since 2023, with Al-Ahli lifting the continental trophy in each of the last two seasons. Al-Ahli captain and goalkeeper Edouard Mendy is hoping to make it three in a row in the 32-team tournament. This is the biggest club in Saudi Arabia and Asia and we will do everything to win, Mendy, who signed from English Premier League club Chelsea in 2023, told The Associated Press. Last year, we won the Champions League and we will have to use all the things we did then to be successful this time, too. We are building year after year. One competition, two zones ================= The tournament is divided into two geographic zones until the playoffs, with the top eight teams from each progressing to the Round of
How JioFinance Helps You Find the Right Fixed Deposit for Your Savings Goals
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GATE 2027 Registration Extended: New Deadline, Fee Structure, and Essential Application Steps
GATE 2027 registration has been extended! Check the new regular deadline of September 27, 2026, updated fee structure, and essential application steps to avoid errors in your GOAPS submission.
Indoco Remedies zooms 16% in trade after UKMHRA's Goa plant inspection
Just three days ago, Indoco Remedies received 7 observations from the USFDA, which inspected its manufacturing facility at Plant II (Sterile) in Goa from August 27 to September 4.
Gujarat govt commits over Rs 231 crore for projects marking Guru Ravidas' 650th birth anniversary
Digital Desk | Gandhinagar, Sep 10 (IANS) The Gujarat government on Thursday announced its commitment to allocate more than Rs 231 crore for a range of projects aimed at promoting social harmony and commemorating the 650th birth anniversary of Sant Shiromani Guru Ravidas Maharaj. Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel made the announcement in the Gujarat Legislative Assembly under Rule 44 on the second day of the ninth session of the 15th Gujarat Assembly. Under the 'Samrasta Sankalp Abhiyan', the proposed allocation includes funds for education, hostels, libraries, cultural programmes, development of an ashram and modernisation of premises associated with saints belonging to Scheduled Castes. The government has proposed Rs 40 crore for the construction of a Dr Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar Bhavan at the state level, with facilities for education, a hostel, library and competitive examination classes. Another Rs 50 crore has been proposed under the Sant Shiromani Guru Ravidasji Maharaj Vidyashray Yojana for hostel and PG assistance for college students. Sant Shiromani Guru Ravidasji Maharaj Chair Centre will also be established at Bhakta Kavi Narsinh Mehta University in Junagadh. The government has also proposed grants for activities across 70 universities in Gujarat, including quiz contests, prizes, quickies, hoardings and banners, along with the preparation of books and audiobooks on the life and works of Guru Ravidas. For cultural programmes in all talukas, Rs 5.36 crore has been proposed, while Rs 93.80 crore has been earmarked for constructing one Samras Bhavan and library in each taluka. The government has proposed another Rs 10 crore for the overall development of the ashram at Sarsai village in Visavadar taluka of Junagadh district. Further Rs 30 crore has been proposed for the modernisation and renovation of premises housing huts and ashrams of various saints belonging to Scheduled Castes. CM Patel said the initiative is intended to give further impetus to the ideals of social harmony associated with Guru Ravidas. Guru Ravidasji Maharaj is not only a saint but also a pioneer of equality, social justice, love, compassion and humanity. His dream was not merely for the welfare of one community, but for the welfare of the entire nation, CM Patel said in his statement. He said his ideals could be realised when every poor person receives justice, every youth gets an opportunity, every woman receives respect, and every citizen gets equal participation in development. Referring to the teachings of Guru Ravidas, the Chief Minister said: Several of his sacred hymns were included in the Sri Guru Granth Sahib and continue to inspire people to follow the path of truth, love, service and good conduct. He also referred to the saying, Man changa to kathoti mein Ganga, saying it conveyed the message that a person's identity was determined by their deeds, thoughts, character and devotion, and that humanity was the greatest religion. CM Patel said the state government's proposed allocation of more than Rs 231 crore would be made through the Department of Social Justice and Empowerment. The projects would also contribute to the goal of building a developed India by 2047 by drawing on Guru Ravidas' ideals and taking the lead from a developed Gujarat in building a harmonious and developed India, he noted. The 650th birth anniversary of Guru Ravidas is being observed across the country this year under the Samrasta Sankalp Abhiyan. Gujarat had also organised programmes as part of the anniversary celebrations earlier this year.
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Indoco Remedies' Goa plant clears UKMHRA cGMP inspection
Indoco Remedies announced today that the UK Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency (UKMHRA) inspected its solid dosages manufacturing facility in Goa (Plant I) from 07 September to 09 September 2026. The UK-MHRA current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) inspection concluded with no critical or major observations.
Women's Junior Asia Cup: India storms into semis with 19-0 win over Pakistan
India's junior women's hockey team secured a semi-final spot with a dominant 19-0 win. They overwhelmed Pakistan in their quarter-final match with relentless attacking play. India scored multiple goals across all four quarters to ensure their comprehensive victory. This emphatic performance showcased their strong offensive capabilities throughout the contest. The team now advances to face the winner of Korea versus Malaysia.
Comparing Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi
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Indoco Remedies soars after Goa plant clears UK MHRA cGMP inspection
Indoco Remedies surged 14.08% to Rs 263.75 after the company's manufacturing facility at Plant I in Goa successfully completed an inspection by the UK Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA).
Mumbai-Goa highway delay: Nitin Gadkari says he feels 'ashamed', vows action against contractors
Union minister Nitin Gadkari says he feels ashamed over delays in the Mumbai-Goa highway widening project and will inspect the entire route in October. He also says he would blacklist contractors and suspend officials responsible for delays or poor execution.
Man burnt alive with 200 goats as truck catches fire in Mahabubnagar
Hyderabad: A 40-year-old man was charred to death in Mahabubnagars Bhoothpur on Thursday, September 10, after a road accident triggered a fire in the truck he was travelling in. The truck carrying goats hit a signboard near KBN Function Hall on National Highway-44, damaging its fuel tanker and causing a fire to break out. Three 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 .
979 And Counting: Ronaldo Strikes Again For Al Nassr
Legendary striker Cristiano Ronaldo scored his 979th professional goal, leading Al Nassr to a 2-1 victory over Abha in the Saudi Pro League. Ronaldo opened the scoring, with Abdullah Al-Hamdan adding another, securing Al Nassr's second-place position in the league table.
India rout Pakistan 19-0 to storm into Junior Women's Asia Cup semifinals
Defending champions India scored 10 goals before half-time and nine after the break to overwhelm Pakistan, moving closer to a third successive Women's Junior Asia Cup title
Missouri volunteers sank 93 cedar piles to rebuild fish habitat in Truman Lake
Truman Lake in Missouri is undergoing remarkable enhancements for its underwater habitat. Recently, 93 cedar brush piles have been established to provide refuge and food for fish. The goal is to install a total of 450 habitat structures throughout the reservoir, backed by a $75,000 grant aimed at improving fishing experiences. Various organizations and community volunteers are joining forces for this multi-year initiative.
