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Morning Digest: U.S. House passes Russia sanctions bill; India rejects Pakistan-China Boundary Joint Commission; and more

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Government functionary questions Rahul's criticism of UPI charges, says Congress MPs in panel gave nod

Why is Rahul Gandhi opposing something his own MPs, including former finance minister P.Chidambaram and former minister in the UPA government Man

No Ganesh Idol Immersion In Water Bodies From 2027: Tamil Nadu To Green Court

The assurance came during the hearing of a petition seeking directions to prevent Ganesh idol immersion in water bodies because of the environmen

Moon crater bigger than Roman Colosseum discovered by NASA spacecraft

NASAs Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter identified the newly formed feature in archived images, revealing an unusually large event missed by telescope

Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel launches

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Trump calls Canada-EU plan a hostile act, threatens tariffs on Europe

The US President linked any response to the intentions of European leaders, while suggesting Washington could restrict trade in certain areas.

Meenakshi Sundareswarar temple kumbabishekam begins

The priests are expected to perform the ceremony at the scheduled time between 7.40 a.m. and 8.10 a.m

Trump criticises Fed chief Kevin Warsh after US interest rate hike

The latest clash follows a quarter-point increase, with policymakers pointing to persistent inflation while the White House has pushed for lower

Hospitals could be charging you 2,841% higher on commonly used consumables

Zelensky's Former TV Studio Warehouse Destroyed In Russian Strike

The studio has produced some of Ukraine's most popular television shows including a comedy series about a fictional president that propelled Zele

Asian Champions Trophy: Pakistan requests AHF to shift its matches from India

Hockey India secretary general Bhola Nath Singh rejected the request, saying there won't be any change in venue for the tournament to be held in

Gangster Granted Custody Parole for Daughters Birth Ceremony

Gangster Sandeep alias Kala Jathedi receives 7-hour custody parole to attend religious ceremonies for his twin daughters born via IVF. Gangster G

SC pulls up govt for 'denying' disabled soldiers their benefits

Quote of the day by Peter Max, 'Get into your own creativity. Sketch and paint with different mediums and follow your heart' offers timeless powerful philosophy of creativity, experimentation, self-expression, life lessons

Peter Max's quote feels especially relevant: instead of trying to reproduce somebody elses vision, pick up a pencil, brush or whatever creative t

Teachers seek fixes to gaps in pay framework

SHILLONG, Sep 16: The Meghalaya Unified Teachers Association (MUTA) has urged the state government to address critical gaps in the service condit

U.K. PM Burnham and Canadas Carney discuss AI challenges, stress cooperation on online safety

Both leaders had earlier met in northern England, where they discussed opportunities for defence industrial cooperation

Edn Min draws flak for defence of Mantri

SHILLONG, Sep 16: All Primary School Teachers Association (APSTA) general secretary FC Shullai has questioned Education Minister Lahkmen Rymbuis

Hek appeals for minority benefits for indigenous faiths people

SHILLONG, Sep 16: Senior BJP leader and Pynthorumkhrah MLA AL Hek has written to the Minority Commission seeking recognition and welfare benefits

US House passes Russia sanctions bill targeting countries buying Russian oil

The legislation gives the US President wide discretion over penalties as Washington seeks to increase economic pressure on Russia

HC acquits man in POCSO case, quashes 10-yr jail term

SHILLONG, Sep 16: The High Court of Meghalaya on Wednesday allowed an appeal filed by Emanuel Marwein and set aside his conviction and sentence i

A visitor tries her hand at making coffee during a preview of TATA Starbucks

EQT Group plans to invest $50 billion in India by 2030: Jean Eric Salata, Chairman

The biggest bottleneck today in AI adoption is not technology but business workflows and process implementation. This is where we see tremendous

Factbox: AI Rivalry Hangs Over Trump-Xi Talks

Washington and Beijing view advances in AI as critical to their economic and military competitiveness, but they remain at odds over access to adv

Man gets 25-yr RI for raping minor in EJH

SHILLONG, Sep 16: The Special Court (POCSO) in East Jaintia Hills has sentenced a man to 25 years of rigorous imprisonment for raping a minor gir

Tap coverage in state reaches 84%

SHILLONG, Sep 16: Meghalayas Catchment-to-Tap initiative continues to guide the states water security strategy, with rural tap water coverage rea

HSPDP claims RDA is intact

SHILLONG, Sep 16: Despite deciding not to back the UDP candidate in the upcoming Shillong parliamentary bye-election, the HSPDP has maintained th

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Competition The Zenith Jubelieth Club, Laban, will organise the 27th All Shillong Dr. M.M. Das Memorial Inter-College/Higher Secondary School Deb

J&K MLAs decry 18% representation to Kashmir valley in UT officers list

J&K CM Omar Abdullah distributed appointment orders to 55 newly selected candidates of the Combined Competitive Examination entering the Jammu &

Jharkhand Congress takes out protest march demanding separate OBC column in Census 2027

A 10-member Congress delegation submit memorandum to Governor; assert that obtaining accurate population data for the OBC community would strengt

Life lessons quote of the day by W. Clement Stone, 'Aim for the moon. If you miss, you may hit a star' offers powerful timeless advice, wisdom on ambitious goals, resilience, purposeful action, finding value in setbacks

Quote of the day by W. Clement Stone remains compelling because it gives ambition a hopeful dimension without pretending that every attempt will

Florida firm recalls 2 sexual enhancement supplements sold by Amazon, Walmart

The reason has to do with the active ingredients in Cialis and Viagra.

US Drops Venezuela From Drug List, May Remove Colombia: Trump

Donald Trump said that Venezuela should no longer be designated as having failed demonstrably to fulfill its drug control commitments.

U.S. House passes Russia sanctions bill seeking to impose up to 100% tariffs on India, others

The Bill, which will now be sent U.S. President Donald Trump for his signature, could result in significant U.S. tariffs on India

In 1993, Michael Jackson and two collaborators patented shoes for an impossible-looking lean; the secret was hidden beneath their heels

Story of Michael Jackson's patented anti-gravity shoes remains one of the most intriguing pieces of music and performance technology from the 199

Man sentenced to prison in metro-east dog torture, cruelty case

The sentencing hearing was Tuesday.

US Congress Passes Russia Sanctions Bill, India, China Face 100% Tariffs

The Republican-led House of Representatives passed the package by 262-159, giving a final congressional green light to the most substantial US le

Ten Convicted in Chhattisgarhs Jhiram Valley Attack Sentenced to Death

A special NIA court in Jagdalpur sentences ten members of CPI (Maoist) to death for their role in the Jhiram Valley attack. Ten Convicted in Chha

Newlywed Couple Killed in Hit-and-Run Accident in Tumakuru, Karnataka

A newlywed couple tragically lost their lives in a hit-and-run incident near Tumakuru, Karnataka. The police are investigating the accident. Newl

Maharashtra Minister Urges Maratha Activist to Cancel March During Ganesh Festival

Maharashtras Ashish Shelar calls for dialogue and urges cancellation of planned march during Ganesh Festival to avoid disruptions. Maharashtra Mi

Modinomics transformed India: Rajnath Singh in Kolkata

To celebrate the birth anniversary of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Bharatiya Janata Party will conduct a one month public outreach starting

100% tariffs on India? Russia sanctions bill passed by US House; awaits Trumps sign

The US House has successfully passed a sanctions bill aimed at Russian officials and the energy sector. This new legislation empowers President T

Minor Fees on UPI Transactions Could Boost Digital Payment Self-Reliance, Says Ashok Kumar Lahiri

Ashok Kumar Lahiri suggests small fees on UPI transactions may enhance Indias digital payment systems self-reliance. Minor Fees on UPI Transactio

Telangana officials seize 50kg rotten meat in Hyderabad biryani raid

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Nirmala Sitharaman Calls for In-Depth Study of Digital Economy Taxation

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman emphasizes the need for careful analysis of digital economy taxations global implications. Nirmala Sitharaman

U.S. troops must prepare to fight around the moon: Trump's top military adviser

Separately, the head of the Space Force's Combat Forces Command said our potential adversaries such as the PRC are actively pursuing activities i

Kerala Assembly Showcases Innovative Governance at Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference in Cape Town

Keralas Speaker highlights innovative governance and inclusivity initiatives at the Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference in Cape Town. Kerala As

Saudi club Al-Taawon fined and ordered to play behind closed doors after Diogo Jota fan taunts

Al-Taawon was fined 100,000 Saudi Riyals (around $26,700) and ordered to play its next two home games without fans

In 2023, researchers tested a Vancouver rain garden against a tire-derived toxin; it kept more than 90% from passing through into drainage

A Vancouver bioretention cell showed a 95% reduction in 6PPD-quinone mass. Researchers found bioretention cells offer a 10-fold reduction in this

Karnataka Government Urges Officials to Ensure No Eligible Voter is Left Out During Special Review Process

Karnatakas Deputy CM directs officials to safeguard voter lists during the Special Intensive Revision process, ensuring all eligible voters are i

Child abuse content row: Meta admits lapses, govt questions its 'safe harbour' status

India Aims for Clean Sweep Against Afghanistan in T20 Series

Rajeev Shukla expresses confidence in Indias ability to win the third T20 match against Afghanistan, securing a clean sweep in the series. India

China, Japan, South Korea, and Iran Advance to Asian Games Basketball Semifinals

China, Japan, South Korea, and Iran secure spots in the semifinals of the Asian Games basketball tournament after thrilling quarterfinal victorie

Death Certificate Issued for Gangster Vikas Dubey After Six Years, Wife Appeals to High Court

After six years, Vikas Dubeys death certificate is finally issued following a legal appeal by his wife to correct errors in documentation. Death

Anti-Pollution Crackdown Intensifies Across NCR, 150 Inspections In 15 Days

Over the 15-day period, CAQM's Flying Squads conducted as many as 150 targeted inspections across industrial units, construction sites, and power

Trump lauds India's crackdown on poppy farming; lists 23 major drug transit nations

He urged China to take stronger action to stem the flow of precursor chemicals used to produce fentanyl, methamphetamine and other synthetic drug

Lancashire Women to Bid Farewell to Seven Players, Including Key Stars Kate Cross and Fee Morris

Lancashire Women confirm the departure of seven players, including stars Kate Cross and Fee Morris, after the 2026 season. Lancashire Women to Bi

EPFO raises wage ceiling to Rs 25k, coverage up by Rs 1 crore

Sudan gold mine collapse kills at least 82 people with many more missing

Only one privately owned forklift is available for the rescue efforts, complicating the search for survivors, an official said

Three Foreign Nationals Arrested with Cocaine Worth

In a major drug bust, Faridabad police arrested three foreign nationals with cocaine valued at 15 crore, uncovering a significant trafficking net

Revanth Praises Nizams Land Administration

Revanth Reddy said lakes, irrigation projects and educational institutions such as Osmania University were among the initiatives undertaken durin

At board meet, Noel to push to keep Tata Sons private

Mumbais Solid Waste Management Project Reaches 60% Completion, Set to Transform Waste Disposal in Three Cities

A major solid waste management project in Mumbai is 60% complete, promising modern waste solutions for Ambernath, Kalyan-Badlapur, and Ulhasnagar

Motivational Quote of the Day by Zack Snyder: Maybe music is the vehicle that transports us to that other world Timeless life lessons on imagination, emotion, and the enchanting effect of music

Motivational Quote of the Day by Zack Snyder: Zack Snyders quote about music being a vehicle that transports us to another world explores the ext

SC Tells RBI To Rein In Forcible Vehicle Seizures

The direction came in a judgment ordering Cholamandalam Investment and Finance Company Ltd to close the loan accounts of a truck owner and refund

Telangana CM Revanth Reddy orders inquiry into 388 acres linked to KCR farmhouse

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Celebrating the Legacy of M.F. Husain: The Painter Who Walked Barefoot in Tribute

M.F. Husains unique artistic journey and his poignant tribute to poet Gajanan Madhav Muktibodh are explored in this retrospective on his life. Ce

Indian couple win payout after suing UK home office for 'unlawful' immigration detention

Rajasthan achieves plantation target ahead of schedule

Under the Aravali Green Development Project, 250 crore has been invested in 19 districts for soil development and plantation efforts

Noise wants to help everyday people become paid content creators

Marketing platform Noise is on a mission to help anyone with a smart phone make money from their content.

Remembering Lalgudi Jayaraman: A Violin Virtuoso Who Redefined Carnatic Music

Lalgudi Jayaraman, a violin master, transformed Carnatic music and inspired many during his lifetime. Remembering Lalgudi Jayaraman: A Violin Vir

J&K cop accused of sexually exploiting constable gets bail from HC

Education Should Focus on Humanity, Not Just Careers: Mohan Bhagwat

Mohan Bhagwat emphasizes the need for education to foster humanity and national identity at a recent dialogue event in New Delhi. Education Shoul

NCTE To Review Teacher Eligibility Test

The representatives told officials that serving teachers across the country were anxious about the requirement to clear TET by August 31, 2028, f

Dont trust Centre unless its a written deal, J&K CM Omar Abdullah tells Ladakhi delegation

In 2018, Matt Holliday paid $3M for Oklahoma land; his 62-acre estate now asks $9.8M

Apple Farming Boosts Income for Villagers in Sichuan Province, China

Apple cultivation in Sichuans mountains is transforming local farmers incomes through innovative agricultural practices. Apple Farming Boosts Inc

Meet Yan Hongsen, the 11-year-old Chinese boy who wrote 600 lines of code, built a rocket and became known as Rocket Boy

An 11-year-old boy named Yan Hongsen gained attention for his rocket projects in 2024. He taught himself programming, physics, and chemistry to b

MHSRB To Release Selection Lists For 424 Specialist Doctor Posts

The recruitment process for another 1,192 specialist doctor posts across seven specialties has already been completed.

Delhi Police, Chandrashekhar Azad oppose in HC YouTubers anticipatory bail plea in SC/ST Act case

YouTuber Ajeet Bhartis counsel maintained that a caste reference, by itself, would not constitute an offence unless it was accompanied by an inte

13th Beijing Xiangshan Forum Kicks Off Amid Global Security Challenges

The 13th Beijing Xiangshan Forum commenced, focusing on global security cooperation and stability with participation from around 2,000 officials

US-Contracted Vessel Hit By Iranian Missiles Near Strait Of Hormuz: Report

According to the report, two individuals familiar with the matter, reporting that the strike involved four Iranian drones alongside at least one

Were the best credit: Trump fumes after 1st Fed rate hike in over 3 yrs

The Federal Reserve has set a new target range by increasing its benchmark interest rate, marking its first hike since 2023. President Donald Tru

Fed Hikes Rates, Sees More Tightening In Search Of 'Timelier' Drop In Inflation

New projections show officials see policy rate in 4.00%-4.25% range by end of 2026, unchanged at end of 2027

China Accelerates Digital and Green Transformation Initiatives

China unveils an action plan for digital and green transformation, focusing on AI and energy efficiency from 2026 to 2030. China Accelerates Digi

DUSU polls: Delhi HC rejects challenge to participation of students affiliated with NSUI, ABVP; says no violation of Lyngdoh report

The Bench, however, cautioned against the participation and influence of political parties in the DUSU elections, and asked DU authorities to tak

BJPs Ghulam Ali Khatana Defends UPI Charges, Criticizes Opposition

BJP MP Ghulam Ali Khatana defends UPI transaction fees, addressing concerns and criticizing opposition parties on various national issues. BJPs G

Delhi High Court rejects PIL over police denying lathi-charge on students during CJP-led protest

What is your petition? Delhi Police issued a statement. That statement is contradicted by the media and you are asking us to direct an inquiry, t

Seva Sankalp Abhiyan To Run Across AP From Sept. 17

Officials from various departments, district Collectors, local bodies, Anganwadi and ASHA workers, schools and colleges, and the public have been

161 People Rescued in Sikkim Amid Landslide and Flood Threats

In Sikkim, 161 individuals have been evacuated to safety due to heavy rains, landslides, and flooding in the Gyalsing area. 161 People Rescued in

Inspiring quote of the day by Keanu Reeves: 'After loss, life requires an act of reclaiming. Grief changes shape, but it never ends...' A powerful advice on dealing with grief, loneliness, acceptance, resilience and why healing does not mean forgetting the people you love by the iconic Hollywood actor

Quote of the day by Keanu Reeves: Keanu Reeves quote is a powerful reflection on grief which explores how loss permanently changes a person and w