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Navies of India, UK discuss deepening operational and professional engagements

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 6:33:04 PM IST

The Indian and United Kingdom (UK) navies held the 17th Executive Steering Group meeting in New Delhi this week, during which both sides deliberated on strategies to expand operational and practical collaboration. Furthermore, the two nations explored new ... read..

"If protests continue in this manner, we will oppose": Retailers slam ongoing demonstrations; cite severe revenue losses

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 6:32:54 PM IST

Festive optimism across Indias key commercial hubs has dissolved into widespread operational crisis as ongoing political demonstrations, transit shutdowns, and heavy security barricading choke core retail districts and cloud kitchen networks during the ... read..

Ayush innovation sees eightfold rise in patent filings

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 6:32:43 PM IST

Ayush-related innovation and intellectual property activity in India has expanded significantly over the past decade, with 4,077 patent applications filed and 711 patents granted between FY 2014-15 and FY 2025-26, according to the Status Report on Ayush R ... read..

Centre amends Census rules, expands eligibility for appointment as enumerators

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 6:03:08 PM IST

The Central government on Friday amended the Census Rules, 1990, expanding the categories of people eligible to perform duties as enumerators to include teachers from government and private educational institutions, government officials and clerks, among ... read..

Twisha Sharma death case: SC stays Bhopal trial, issues notice on plea to transfer case to Delhi

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 6:03:06 PM IST

The Supreme Court on Friday stayed further trial proceedings before the Bhopal Sessions Court in the Twisha Sharma death case until further orders, while issuing notice to the CBI, accused Samarth Singh and Giribala Singh on a plea seeking transfer of the ... read..

Delhi Police detains CJP activist Abhijit Dipke ahead of Lehra Do Tiranga protest

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 6:03:04 PM IST

Delhi Police has detained CJP activist Abhijit Dipke as he left the residence of NCP-SCP spokesperson Anish Gawande, ahead of the proposed Lehra Do Tiranga rally at Central Park in Connaught Place. ... read..

Delhi Police detains CJP activist Abhijeet Dipke ahead of Lehra Do Tiranga protest

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 6:02:55 PM IST

Delhi Police has detained CJP activist Abhijeet Dipke as he left the residence of NCP-SCP spokesperson Anish Gawande, ahead of the proposed Lehra Do Tiranga rally at Central Park in Connaught Place. ... read..

Morgan Stanley cuts US global computing share forecast to 55 pc amid power crunch

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 6:02:50 PM IST

Morgan Stanley lowered its estimate of the US share of global computing capacity to 55 per cent from 60 per cent earlier as expanding data centre capacity overseas is unlikely to fully offset its projected power shortfall of 32 gigawatts (GW) between 2026 ... read..

"Police can break bones but cannot break satyagraha": Rahul Gandhialleges Delhi Police refused to register FIR over assault on students

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 6:02:41 PM IST

Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, on Friday alleged that Delhi Police was refusing to register an FIR over the alleged assault on students, claiming that two women, Athira from Kerala and Ritu from Rajasthan, along with others, were ... read..

"Inspire immense confidence and pride:" PM Modi pays tribute to NSG on the occasion of 42nd NSG Raising Day

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 6:02:57 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday paid tribute to the National Security Guard (NSG) on the occasion of its 42nd Raising Day, declaring that their readiness to protect the people and the country's vital national assets continues to inspire immense con ... read..

Delhi HC grants permission to Natasha Narwal to travel to UK for academic conference

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 5:31:26 PM IST

The Delhi High Court on Friday granted permission to Natasha Narwal to travel to the UK for an academic conference. ... read..

Delhi Police Commissioner reviews security ahead of Lehra Do Tiranga rally

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 5:31:16 PM IST

Delhi Police Commissioner Anurag Kumar on Friday met senior police officers to review security arrangements and assess the overall situation ahead of the proposed Lehra Do Tiranga rally in the national capital. ... read..

FM Sitharaman, JBIC Governor discuss cooperation in semiconductors, clean energy

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 5:31:14 PM IST

India and Japan explored the possibility of a follow-on fund to the USD 600 million India-Japan Fund and discussed expanding investments in semiconductors, clean energy and advanced manufacturing, as the two countries seek to deepen economic and financial ... read..

Delhi traders write to PM Modi demanding compensation, ban on protests after unrest costs crores

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 5:31:11 PM IST

Prominent trade associations across the national capital, including the Federation Lajpat Nagar Traders Association, the Automotive Parts Merchants Association (APMA), and the Sarojini Market Shop-Keepers Association (SMSA), wrote letters to Prime Minist ... read..

India, IOM discuss global migration, mobility trends

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 5:31:06 PM IST

India and the International Organisation for Migration (IOM) held discussions on Friday regarding global migration and mobility trends, alongside methods to amplify India's prospects in this context. ... read..

Delhi Police asks CJP's Abhijeet Dipke to follow law over Lehra Do Tiranga rally

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 5:02:35 PM IST

Delhi Police has asked CJP activist Abhijeet Dipke to comply with the law in connection with the proposed Lehra Do Tiranga rally in Connaught Place, citing restrictions imposed under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS). ... read..

Asian Para Games 2026: Archery contingent backed with exposure in Japan, SAI centres host national camps for multiple disciplines

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 5:02:33 PM IST

The 168-member (112 men, 56 women) strong Asian Para Games contingent has received intensive backing from the Government of India to ensure the team returns with flying colours from Aichi-Nagoya. ... read..

IDBI Bank employees, pensioners service conditions protected under deal: DIPAM Secretary

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 5:02:32 PM IST

The service conditions of existing employees and pensioners of IDBI Bank will remain unchanged after its disinvestment, Department of Investment and Public Asset Management (DIPAM) Secretary Arunish Chawla said on Friday. ... read..

Govt clears Rs 1,195 crore investment plans to upgrade 25 ITIs in Maharashtra, Odisha, J&K

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 5:02:30 PM IST

The government has approved investment plans worth Rs 1,194.92 crore to upgrade 25 Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) across Maharashtra, Odisha and Jammu & Kashmir in partnership with five industry players, including Tata Steel Foundation and Belr ... read..

"Oppose, expose, depose": Jairam Ramesh invokes Pranab Mukherjee after Rajnath Singh's "regime change" charge

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 5:02:28 PM IST

Senior Congress leader and MP Jairam Ramesh on Friday hit back at Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, invoking former President Pranab Mukherjee stance on the Opposition's role in a democracy, which he said was "to oppose, expose and depose." Ramesh noted tha ... read..

GMR Aero Technic, Canada's Logic Air sign MoU for aircraft modification, engineering

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 5:02:26 PM IST

GMR Aero Technic and Canada-based Corporation Logic Air Inc. have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to expand aircraft modification, engineering and certification capabilities, with a focus on opportunities in India, the Middle East and Asia-Paci ... read..

Sachin Chamaria to represent India in Boccia at Para Asian Games 2026

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 5:02:14 PM IST

Indian Boccia athlete Sachin Chamaria will represent India in the BC3 Individual and Pairs events at the Aichi-Nagoya Para Asian Games 2026, following the Sports Ministrys approval of two Boccia athletes for inclusion in the Indian contingent. The Games ... read..

MoSPI conducting new surveys to improve economic data: Secretary Saurabh Garg

By Kaushal Verma

New Delhi, | October 16, 2026 4:32:56 PM IST

The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) is conducting new surveys, including one on cooperatives, as part of its efforts to improve economic data and identify areas requiring further improvement in the countrys statistical system, ... read..

Delhi Police beef up security at Connaught Place, put traffic curbs ahead of planned Tiranga rally

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 4:32:51 PM IST

Delhi Police has intensified security at Connaught Place ahead of the Cockroach Janta Party's planned Tiranga rally on Friday. ... read..

CJP's Dipke served notice by Delhi Police, warned against violation of Section 163 by holding Tiranga Yatra

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 3:31:51 PM IST

Delhi Police teams landed up at the residence where CJP activist Abhijeet Dipke was staying in the national capital. ... read..

Kriti Sanon moves Delhi High Court for personality rights protection, court seeks wider legal clarity

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 3:31:50 PM IST

Actor Kriti Sanon has approached the Delhi High Court seeking protection of her personality rights, with the court on Friday calling for a broader examination of the legal principles governing such claims amid a rise in similar cases. ... read..

Global economic and political disorder may persist until 2050: Former CEA Deepak Nayyar

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 3:31:44 PM IST

Global economic and political disorder could persist for another 25 years until 2050, with little prospect of a major improvement in the current global situation, former Chief Economic Adviser to the Government of India Deepak Nayyar has warned. ... read..

SC seeks Centres response on plea to restrict childrens access to social media platforms

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 3:31:41 PM IST

The Supreme Court on Friday sought the Centres response to a plea seeking a regulatory framework to restrict childrens access to social media platforms and protect them from online harms. ... read..

Only 6% of companies see significant financial gains from AI: McKinsey survey

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 3:31:28 PM IST

Companies making the most progress in artificial intelligence (AI) are increasingly organizing teams around products, customer journeys and business processes, enabling faster decision-making and clearer accountability, according to a new McKinsey report. ... read..

SC issues notices to Nikhil Wagle, Sanjay Raut in contempt plea over remarks against CJI

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 3:31:23 PM IST

The Supreme Court on Friday issued notices to journalist Nikhil Wagle and Shiv Sena (UBT) Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Raut in the criminal contempt petition filed by the SCBA over their remarks concerning Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant. ... read..

Restaurant owner approaches Delhi HC seeking compensation for loss incurred due to protest

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 3:31:21 PM IST

A Restaurant owner has approached the Delhi High Court seeking compensation for the loss due to ongoing protests. ... read..

Oil marketing companies losing up to Rs 30 per litre on fuel sales amid high crude costs: Jefferies

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 3:31:20 PM IST

Oil marketing companies (OMCs) in India are facing estimated losses of up to Rs 30 per litre on petrol and diesel sales as rising crude procurement costs and elevated shipping charges continue to put pressure on their profitability, according to a Jefferi ... read..

Jantar Mantar is designated spot, why not let people sit there?: Pawan Khera slams Centre

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 3:03:49 PM IST

Congress MP Pawan Khera on Friday questioned the restrictions on protests at Jantar Mantar, asking why people were not being allowed to demonstrate at the designated protest site and accusing the Centre of creating an atmosphere of fear by shutting down m ... read..

Hope better sense will prevail: SC as it declines urgent direction on plea against CJP protest at CP amid traders concerns

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 3:03:44 PM IST

The Supreme Court on Friday refused urgent directions against the Cockroach Janta Partys protest at Central Park, Connaught Place, amid traders concerns over loss of business during the festive season. ... read..

AI cost savings may be offset by rising verification expenses: Deutsche Bank

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 3:03:31 PM IST

Companies using artificial intelligence (AI) to cut costs may face additional expenses in verifying AI-generated results, potentially reducing some of the savings from automation, according to a report by Deutsche Bank. ... read..

Foreign govt summoning EAM on Indian soil a new low: Pawan Khera claims Rubio skips Delhi, summons Jaishankar to Mumbai

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 2:32:52 PM IST

Congress leader Pawan Khera on Friday claimed that US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is skipping Delhi and has summoned External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar to Mumbai instead. ... read..

AI stocks earnings growth set to slow sharply, Jefferies urges diversification

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 2:32:50 PM IST

Earnings growth for global artificial intelligence (AI) stocks is expected to slow sharply over the next two years, prompting calls for investors to diversify beyond AI, according to a Jefferies report. ... read..

Connaught Place is commercial centre, not protest site: Traders Association criticises protest call

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 2:32:48 PM IST

New Delhi Traders Association President Atul Bhargav on Friday urged political parties and protesters to hold demonstrations at designated sites instead of Connaught Place, saying repeated protests and traffic restrictions have severely affected businesse ... read..

DDA conducts land pooling outreach camps under Delhi LG's directions

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 2:32:41 PM IST

The Delhi Development Authority (DDA) has conducted outreach programmes in villages across Delhi's land pooling areas under the month-long Reform Utsav campaign, following directions from Lieutenant Governor Taranjit Singh Sandhu, to familiarise landowner ... read..

India sixth among major investment partners in Trump's USD 11.3 trillion US investment push: White House

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 2:32:25 PM IST

The United States has attracted USD 11.3 trillion in investments under President Donald Trump's administration, with country-level and trade deals accounting for the largest share at USD 5.77 trillion across nine agreements, while India ranked sixth with ... read..

India's digital infrastructure among world's 10 highly effective reforms: CareEdge

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 2:32:18 PM IST

India's Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) has emerged as one of the world's 10 highly effective structural reforms, supported by the wide reach of Aadhaar, the scale of Unified Payments Interface (UPI) transactions and the growing use of digital payment ... read..

"Sheer madness": AAP's Saurabh Bharadwaj slams security curbs as party stages 'Tiranga Rally'

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 2:02:39 PM IST

Holding the national flag during an Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) protest march in the national capital, AAP Delhi chief Saurabh Bharadwaj on Friday sharply criticized the Centre over the massive security deployment in the capital, questioning why authorities wer ... read..

Air India Express extends suspension of flights to Saudi Arabia until Oct 20 amid Houthi attacks

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 2:02:36 PM IST

Air India Express on Friday extended the suspension of flights to and from Dammam, Jeddah and Riyadh in Saudi Arabia until October 20, citing the evolving security situation in the region amid continued Houthi strikes on the Kingdom. ... read..

India GDP to grow 7.17.3% in FY27, private investment revival to provide additional demand: Deloitte

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 2:02:24 PM IST

India's economy is expected to grow by 7.17.3 per cent in FY 202627 and 6.67.0 per cent in FY 202728, according to Deloitte India's latest economic outlook, which said a sustained revival in private investment would provide an additional source of dem ... read..

Congress's aim is to change Govt through elections: Pawan Khera hit out at Rajnath Singh's 'regime change' charge

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 2:02:20 PM IST

Congress leader Pawan Khera on Friday said the Opposition's objective was to change the government through elections, responding to Defence Minister Rajnath Singh's allegations that the Congress and its allies were seeking regime change in India. ... read..

APEDA facilitates export of 1.755 MT of organic palmyra jaggery powder from Tamil Nadu to Bulgaria

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 2:32:43 PM IST

The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, facilitated the flag-off of the maiden export consignment of 1.755 MT of NPOP- and EU-certified organic Palmyra Jaggery Powder ... read..

AI stocks earnings grAI stocks' earnings growth set to slow sharply, Jefferies urges diversification

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 2:02:10 PM IST

India will neither become Bangladesh nor Pakistan: Activist slams opposition amid CJP protest curbs in CP

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 1:31:54 PM IST

Activist Mohammad Faiz Khan on Friday accused opposition parties of using minority communities for political gains and warned against alleged attempts to incite anarchy, asserting that India will neither become Bangladesh nor Pakistan, as security was ... read..

Indias rice prices remain 10% below global average despite projected production decline: IREF

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 1:31:51 PM IST

Indias rice prices remain around 10 per cent below the global average despite a projected decline in global rice production and rising international prices, the Indian Rice Exporters Federation (IREF) said in a press release on Friday. ... read..

"Demanding answers from govt not anarchy": Abhijeet Dipke slams administrative curbs in Delhi

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 1:31:45 PM IST

Rebutting allegations of promoting disorder and pushing back against widespread administrative curbs in the national capital, Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) activist Abhijeet Dipke on Friday asserted that seeking accountability from those in power is "not an ... read..

Claims, objections under SIR process open till Oct 30: Delhi CEO Ashok Kumar

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 1:31:39 PM IST

Delhi Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) Ashok Kumar on Friday said the claims and objections period under the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls will continue until October 30, allowing eligible individuals to register as voters and seek corr ... read..

"Colluded with 'chitta party' to ruin Punjab": Arvind Kejriwal targets BJP after Amit Shah flags law and order collapse

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 1:31:31 PM IST

Launching a fierce counter-offensive following Union Home Minister Amit Shah's remarks on Punjab's law and order situation, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) National Convener Arvind Kejriwal on Friday accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of facilitating narcotic ... read..

North East Delhi Riots 2020: Court acquits 8 accused of murder, rioting, unlawful assembly

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 1:31:29 PM IST

A Delhi Court has acquitted eight accused of murder, rioting with a lethal weapon, unlawful assembly, promoting enmity between communities, etc., giving them the benefit of the doubt. However, seven accused out of these have been convicted for not obeying ... read..

Supreme Court to hear journalist's plea against Rahul Gandhi on October 26 or 27

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 1:31:25 PM IST

The Supreme Court on Friday said it will hear on October 26 an application by a three-month-pregnant journalist alleging that Rahul Gandhi shoved her inside the Supreme Court Registry on October 12, when he led an Opposition march to the Court to file a p ... read..

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New Delhi | October 16, 2026 1:31:23 PM IST

IMF flags energy price risks for India, warns prolonged Middle East conflict could fuel inflation

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 2:32:38 PM IST

India could face renewed inflationary pressures if the Middle East conflict keeps energy prices elevated for longer, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has warned, highlighting the risks to economic resilience from higher fuel costs despite the country ... read..

NGT directs DPCC member secretary to explain laboratory readiness in Ghazipur landfill case

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 1:31:13 PM IST

The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has directed the Member Secretary of the Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC) to appear virtually at the next hearing and disclose the status of its laboratory and the equipment available for testing, after the pollut ... read..

AI boom could trigger sharp equity market correction, losses may spread around the world: IMF

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 1:01:13 PM IST

The artificial intelligence (AI) boom is fuelling the expectation of economic growth in the short-run, but uneven adoption and expectations running ahead of actual productivity gains could lead to near-term disappointment, and a sharp equity market corr ... read..

Fire breaks out in offices on second floor of building near Delhi's Kalkaji, no casualties reported

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 1:01:09 PM IST

A fire broke out in offices on the second floor of a building on the main road in Kalkaji in Delhi on Friday, with no casualties reported, according to the fire department. ... read..

NGT grants CPCB eight weeks to submit progress report on microplastics testing methodology

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 1:01:11 PM IST

The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has granted the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) eight weeks to submit a further progress report on the development of uniform methodologies for sampling, preparation, and detection of microplastics in different env ... read..

World Bank plans to expand critical minerals business fivefold in five years, says World Bank President Ajay Banga

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 1:00:59 PM IST

The World Bank Group plans to expand its critical minerals business fivefold over the next five years and has identified 20 countries for potential partnerships to develop local industries, President Ajay Banga said on Friday, highlighting efforts to reta ... read..

"Gyanesh Kumar should be surcharged for double expenditure": P. Chidambaram slams ECI over SIR rollback and shift to SSR

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 12:31:32 PM IST

Senior Congress leader and former Union Minister P. Chidambaram launched a scathing attack on the Election Commission of India (ECI), slammed the poll body over the handling of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR), questioning the systemic removal of mill ... read..

SEBI's CAS overhaul to benefit brokers more than exchanges: Jefferies

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 12:31:23 PM IST

The Securities and Exchange Board of India's (SEBI) changes to the Closing Auction Session (CAS) framework should reduce expiry-day volatility and benefit brokers more than stock exchanges, according to a Jefferies report. ... read..

Press Council Of India issues safety guidelines for journalists covering protests, demonstrations

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 12:02:35 PM IST

Press Council of India (PCI) expressed concern over the safety of media personnel during unrest and released a comprehensive set of guidelines for journalists covering protests and demonstrations, emphasising professional conduct, personal safety, and eth ... read..

Air India cancels flights to Riyadh, Dammam, Jeddah until Oct 20 amid Houthi strikes on Saudi Arabia

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 12:02:28 PM IST

Air India has extended the cancellation of all its flights to and from Riyadh, Dammam and Jeddah until October 20, 2026, citing the evolving security situation in Saudi Arabia amid recent attacks on civilian airports and aviation infrastructure in the Kin ... read..

Modi ji, your officials are confused: Rahul Gandhi on Rubios Mumbai visit, says unless you want me to explain

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 12:02:26 PM IST

Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition and Congress MP Rahul Gandhi on Friday took a swipe at the Centre over US Secretary of State Marco Rubios upcoming visit to India, saying the External Affairs Ministry was confused about the trip. ... read..

"Who will bear responsibility?": Amit Shah says MHA to seek report from Punjab govt on Jhota's murder

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 12:02:24 PM IST

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday said the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) would seek a response from the Punjab government over the murder of anti-drug activist Parvinder Singh Jhota in Mansa and a suicide in Dirba, while questioning the states law ... read..

Delhi Police apprehends two proclaimed offenders wanted in separate cases; annual tally reaches 95

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 11:32:43 AM IST

The Sarita Vihar police station in Delhi's South-East district on Friday has apprehended two proclaimed offenders wanted in separate criminal cases registered at Seema Puri and Farsh Bazar police stations, taking the total number of such apprehensions by ... read..

Nitin Gadkari, Jitendra Singh, other leaders extend birthday wishes to Hema Malini

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 11:32:41 AM IST

As veteran actor and BJP MP Hema Malini turned a year older on Friday, she received birthday wishes from Union Ministers Nitin Gadkari, Jitendra Singh, and other leaders, who wished her good health, long life, and continued success in public service. ... read..

BJP to hold daily 'Jan Sunwai' at Delhi headquarters for workers' grievances under BJP National Presidents guidance

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 11:32:34 AM IST

In a major organisational outreach, the Bharatiya Janata Party has decided to hold daily public hearings, 'Jan Sunwai', for its workers at the party's national headquarters in Delhi. ... read..

Rajnath Singh accuses Congress of turning Election Commission into "puppet", cites 1993 appointments

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 11:32:33 AM IST

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday accused Congress of turning the Election Commission into its "puppet" during its rule, citing the appointment of two Election Commissioners in 1993 and alleging that the party had favoured individuals close to the ... read..

BJP to launch nationwide campaign to counter Congresss claims on SIR, Election Commission

By Deepika Rathour Chauhan

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 11:32:21 AM IST

Bharatiya Janata Party is preparing to launch a nationwide campaign from next week to counter what it describes as misleading claims by the Congress regarding the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls and the Election Commission of India. ... read..

LG Sandhu inspects civic amenities in Old Delhi; directs officials to strengthen waste management

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 11:32:19 AM IST

Delhi Lieutenant Governor (LG) Taranjit Singh Sandhu on Friday inspected civic and sanitation upkeep across the Municipal Corporation of Delhi's (MCD) Old Delhi Zone and directed officials to strengthen solid waste management, ensure effective waste segre ... read..

Centre raises petrol export duty to Rs 2.5/litre, cuts diesel levy to Rs 8.5/litre

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 11:04:03 AM IST

The Centre has raised the export duty on petrol to Rs 2.5 per litre and reduced the levy on diesel exports to Rs 8.5 per litre for the next fortnight, as part of its periodic revision of taxes on petroleum products amid volatility in international energy ... read..

Delhi Police bust cocaine supply network in Rohini, arrest four foreign nationals

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 11:03:54 AM IST

Delhi Police has busted a cocaine supply network in Rohini and arrested four foreign nationals, including a woman, recovering 168 grams of cocaine, Rs 35,900 in cash and other materials, officials said. ... read..

Amazon expands hardware footprint with Bee Frontier and Bee Eclipse, personal AI devices starting at USD 74.99

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 10:30:18 AM IST

E-commerce giant Amazon has rolled out two new personal artificial intelligence devices under the Bee lineup, Bee Frontier and Bee Eclipse, starting at USD 74.99. ... read..

NSG has blown up every terror threat to India: Amit Shah extends Raising Day greetings to Black Cats

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 10:30:15 AM IST

The National Security Guard (NSG) celebrated its 42nd Raising Day on Friday, with Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and Union Minister Nitin Gadkari extending greetings to the elite counter-terrorism force and lau ... read..

NSUI chief alleges police brutality against women, says "we are not afraid, nor will we back down"

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 10:01:02 AM IST

National Students' Union of India (NSUI) national president Vinod Jakhar on Friday claimed that he and several party workers had been detained at different police stations in Delhi. ... read..

Ankita Bhandari case: "BJP government just picks one of those names and makes him the Guv": Congress MP Kumari Selja

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 9:31:32 AM IST

Congress MP and AICC in-charge for Uttarakhand, Kumari Selja, launched a scathing attack on the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) over the appointment of a leader whose name has surfaced in connection with the Ankita Bhandari case as a Governor, stating that t ... read..

India's BoP set to turn positive but below expectations amid oil import costs and widening trade deficit: ICICI Bank

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 9:31:25 AM IST

India's Balance of Payments (BoP) is turning positive, but it is likely to remain lower than earlier expectations as elevated oil prices and an expanding non-oil, non-gold deficit weigh on the external trade position, according to a research report by ICI ... read..

"Fight against drugs continues with unwavering resolve": Amit Shah praises Assam CM, Police for sustained narcotics crackdown

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 9:31:24 AM IST

Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Amit Shah has congratulated Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and Assam Police for a sustained crackdown against narcotics and a decisive blow to drug networks. ... read..

Reliance responds to Musk's claims on Stralink's license; says they "welcome competition", emphasises "abiding by law"

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 9:00:41 AM IST

Reliance Industries on Friday issued a statement on Friday that it welcomes competition in India's satellite communications space, including Elon Musk's Starlink, while emphasizing that every participant in the sector must adhere to the rule of law and ex ... read..

PM Modi extends greetings on sixth day of Sharad Navratri, seeks Maa Katyayani's blessings

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 9:00:38 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday extended greetings on the sixth day of Sharad Navratri and offered prayers to Maa Katyayani, seeking strength, courage and positive energy for everyone. ... read..

Reliance responds to Musk's claims on Starlink's license; says they "welcome competition", emphasises "abiding by law"

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 9:00:40 AM IST

SEBI overhauls CAS framework and derivatives settlement norms

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 8:31:06 AM IST

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) announced a comprehensive overhaul of the Closing Auction Session (CAS) framework in the equity cash segment, establishing a structured 10-minute auction window, revising reference price mechanisms, and ch ... read..

Delhi: Security forces deployed in and around Connaught Place ahead of 'Lehra Do Tiranga' protest

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 8:30:59 AM IST

Security forces have been deployed in and around Connaught Place to maintain law and order ahead of a 'Lehra Do Tiranga' protest called by CJP activist Abhijeet Dipke at Central Park on Friday. ... read..

Pawan Hans to expand helicopter services, explore seaplanes and eVTOLs: Civil Aviation Minister

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 7:00:55 AM IST

Union Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu has urged Pawan Hans to expand its helicopter operations, explore seaplane services and prepare for emerging technologies such as electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) vehicles as the government seeks ... read..

PAC flags SC scholarship delays of up to 89 months; six states' chief secretaries skip summons: Venugopal

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 6:30:47 AM IST

Congress general secretary (organisation) KC Venugopal on Thursday said the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) had flagged delays of up to 89 months in scholarship payments to Scheduled Caste (SC) students, with some eligible beneficiaries receiving no payme ... read..

Every Indian should support Ramleela: BJP's Manoj Tiwari highlights its cultural significance

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 5:31:12 AM IST

BJP MP Manoj Tiwari on Thursday appealed to people to support Ramleela celebrations, saying they play an important role in preserving India's cultural heritage and promoting the values associated with Lord Ram. ... read..

Nitanshi Goel looks elegant as she turns into a showstopper for Suneet Varma at Lakme Fashion Week 2026

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 4:30:17 AM IST

Actress Nitanshi Goel, who shot to fame with the critically acclaimed film 'Laapataa Ladies', stole the spotlight on the second day of Lakme Fashion Week 2026 in New Delhi as she walked the ramp as the showstopper for ace designer Suneet Varma on Thursday ... read..

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