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"Great injustice to every section of society": DK Shivakumar opposes UPI MDR charges, seeks withdrawal

Kalaburagi (Karnataka) | September 17, 2026 6:59:43 PM IST

Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Thursday opposed the revised Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) framework for select Unified Payments Interface (UPI) transactions, calling it a "great injustice" to every section of society and urging the Centre to wit ... read..

Democracy cannot be converted into a criminal society: Delhi HC warns over DUSU violence, may halt vote counting

New Delhi | September 17, 2026 6:59:35 PM IST

The Delhi High Court on Thursday warned that it may stop the counting of votes and declaration of Delhi University Students' Union (DUSU) election results if the authorities fail to take effective action against alleged violence, hooliganism and other vi ... read..

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay pays tribute to Periyar on his 147th birth anniversary

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 17, 2026 6:30:08 PM IST

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay paid floral tributes on the 147th birth anniversary of social reformer Thanthai Periyar EV Ramasamy in Chennai. ... read..

Congress should decide if it opposes UPI or seeks another political slogan against PM Modi: BJPs Karunasagar on UPI MDR row

Hyderabad (Telangana) | September 17, 2026 6:30:01 PM IST

BJP leader Karunasagar on Thursday hit out at Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and his party over the revised Unified Payments Interface (UPI) Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) framework, questioning whether the Congress was opposing UPI or seeking "another politi ... read..

"Every home will be illuminated with earthen lamps": Assam CM on PM Modi's birthday

Guwahati (Assam) | September 17, 2026 6:01:33 PM IST

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Thursday said prayers were offered for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's well-being on his birthday and announced a month-long program to mark his 25 years of public service. ... read..

Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel participates in Shramdaan at Vadnagar Bus Port

Vadnagar (Gujarat) | September 17, 2026 6:01:25 PM IST

Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on Thursday participated in a Shramdaan cleanliness drive at the Vadnagar Bus Port, the birthplace of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, as part of the Swachhata Hi Seva campaign. ... read..

PM Modi's birthday: L Murugan, V Muraleedharan highlight his 25 years of 'Jan Seva'

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 17, 2026 6:01:10 PM IST

Union Minister L Murugan and BJP leader V Muraleedharan on Thursday extended birthday greetings to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, highlighting his 25 years of public service and his vision of a developed India. ... read..

FIR registered against pony handler operating without valid ID card on Mata Vaishno Devi Yatra Track

Reasi (Jammu and Kashmir) | September 17, 2026 6:01:08 PM IST

Reasi Police has registered an FIR against a pony handler for allegedly operating without a valid ID or registration card on the Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Yatra Track, police said. ... read..

8 UDP MLAs set to join BJP in Meghalaya after meeting Amit Shah: MLA Kyrmen Shylla

Shillong (Meghalaya) | September 17, 2026 6:01:01 PM IST

In a major political development ahead of the 2028 Meghalaya Assembly elections, eight legislators from the United Democratic Party (UDP) are set to join the BJP after meeting Union Home Minister Amit Shah and receiving assurances on several key demands, ... read..

Karnataka: Bhatkal Ganesh procession stone-pelting triggers tension, two FIRs registered

Bhatkal (Karnataka) | September 17, 2026 6:00:57 PM IST

Tension prevailed in Karnataka's Bhatkal after alleged stone-pelting incidents were reported during a Ganesh immersion procession on Wednesday night, with police registering two FIRs based on complaints from both sides. ... read..

Manipur CM distributes PMFME subsidies to 2,835 beneficiaries on PM Modi's birthday

Imphal (Manipur) | September 17, 2026 6:00:55 PM IST

Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh distributed subsidies to 2,835 eligible beneficiaries under the Pradhan Mantri Formalisation of Micro Food Processing Enterprises (PMFME) Scheme at Yumnam Leikai Yumjao Lairembi Lampak, Imphal, this morning, i ... read..

MP: Over 30 lakh diyas to be lit during mass lighting programme under Seva Sankalp Campaign in Ujjain

Ujjain (Madhya Pradesh) | September 17, 2026 6:00:46 PM IST

Ujjain is all set to witness a grand mass-lamp lighting along the ghats of the Shipra River on Thursday evening as part of the Seva Sankalp Abhiyan being organised on the occasion of Prime Minister Narendra Modis birthday. ... read..

"UPI protects small businesses, far bigger than Visa": Rajeev Chandrasekhar counters Rahul Gandhi on MDR row

Thiruvananthapuram (Keralam) | September 17, 2026 5:30:23 PM IST

Keralam BJP president Rajeev Chandrasekhar slammed Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi over his criticism regarding Unified Payments Interface (UPI) transaction charges, asserting that the governments updated framework safeguards small businesses ... read..

AIIMS Delhi transfers AI-based mammography interpretation technology to BPL Technologies Limited

New Delhi | September 17, 2026 5:30:19 PM IST

The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in New Delhi has transferred technology for an Artificial Intelligence (AI)-based mammography interpretation model developed at AIIMS to BPL Technologies Limited, marking an important milestone in transl ... read..

Landslide in Sikkim's Gangtok partially damages house, disrupts road connectivity

Gangtok (Sikkim) | September 17, 2026 5:30:18 PM IST

A landslide occurred at Lingding in Tadong, Gangtok, around 12:30 a.m. on Thursday, partially damaging a house and disrupting road connectivity in the area following heavy rainfall in Sikkim. ... read..

Karnataka: Congress puts up banners alleging land irregularities linked to KCR family in Hyderabad

Hyderabad (Telangana) | September 17, 2026 5:30:16 PM IST

A political controversy has erupted over an alleged land issue linked to former Telangana Chief Minister K Chandrashekar Rao (KCR) and his family, with Congress leaders putting up flex banners at major flyover junctions across the city. ... read..

Chandrababus negligence worsened drought crisis across Andhra Pradesh: YS Jagan

Tadepalli (Andhra Pradesh) | September 17, 2026 5:30:12 PM IST

Former Chief Minister and YSRCP President YS Jagan Mohan Reddy said Andhra Pradesh is facing a severe drought and Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidus negligence had worsened its intensity. ... read..

"Dialogue replacing disputes, trust strengthening Centre-state relations": PM Modi highlights Assam CM's article on cooperative federalism

New Delhi | September 17, 2026 5:30:00 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday highlighted Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarmas opinion piece in an English daily, underscoring the shift towards cooperative federalism in the country. ... read..

Centre opposes Kiran Bedis plea to join Satya Niketan collapse PIL in Delhi HC

New Delhi | September 17, 2026 5:00:19 PM IST

The Centre on Thursday opposed a plea by former IPS officer and former Puducherry Lieutenant Governor Kiran Bedi seeking to be impleaded in a Delhi High Court PIL concerning the collapse of a paying guest accommodation in Satya Niketan that claimed seven ... read..

Completely bogus: KC Venugopal slams Centre over UPI MDR charges, says govt surrendered to US

New Delhi | September 17, 2026 5:00:09 PM IST

Congress General Secretary KC Venugopal on Thursday termed the government's clarification on the revised Unified Payments Interface (UPI) Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) framework "completely bogus" and alleged that the move would burden the common man. ... read..

PM Modi convening "Chinta Baithak" not Chintan Baithak, says Jairam Ramesh; questions delay in proroguing Parliament

New Delhi | September 17, 2026 5:00:04 PM IST

Senior Congress leader Jairam Ramesh on Thursday took a swipe at Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the reported two-day Chintan Baithak of Cabinet ministers scheduled for next week, calling it more of a Chinta Baithak amid what he described as mountin ... read..

YSRCP chief Jagan Reddy offers prayers to Bhagwan Vishwakarma

Tadepalli (Andhra Pradesh) | September 17, 2026 5:00:00 PM IST

Former Chief Minister and YSRCP President YS Jagan Mohan Reddy paid rich tributes to Bhagwan Virat Viswakarma on the occasion of Viswakarma Jayanti. ... read..

"PM Modi personifies spirit of Seva, redefined Indian politics": Keralam BJP chief Rajeev Chandrasekhar

Thiruvananthapuram (Keralam) | September 17, 2026 4:59:51 PM IST

Keralam BJP President Rajeev Chandrasekhar on Thursday said Prime Minister Narendra Modi has redefined Indian politics over the past 25 years by bringing the idea of seva into governance. ... read..

"PM Modi is architect of modern India": Uttarakhand CM Dhami

Uttarakhand (Dehradun) | September 17, 2026 4:59:44 PM IST

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Thursday called Prime Minister Narendra Modi the architect of modern India, who has dedicated every moment of his life to the nation. ... read..

CJP protest assault case: Court issues warrant for release of Swatantra Bhardwaj from jail

New Delhi | September 17, 2026 4:59:46 PM IST

Patiala House Court on Thursday issued a warrant for the release of Swatantra Bhardwaj from Tihar Jail. He was granted 3 weeks interim bail on September 15. ... read..

"Government stayed asleep": Rahul Gandhi attacks MP govt over deaths of tribal children in Balaghat

New Delhi | September 17, 2026 4:29:46 PM IST

Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Thursday targeted the Madhya Pradesh government over the reported deaths of more than 30 tribal children in Balaghat, alleging that illness, malnutrition, lack of basic health facilities and poor acces ... read..

New CRPF Headquarters with modern facilities likely to be ready by December 2026

By Rajnish Singh

New Delhi | September 17, 2026 4:29:41 PM IST

The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) is expected to make its new headquarters in the national capital operational by the end of December this year, with major construction work on the 2.23-acre site nearing completion. ... read..

Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya calls for collective efforts to advance social justice for sustainable future

New Delhi | September 17, 2026 3:30:04 PM IST

Union Minister for Labour and Employment, Youth Affairs and Sports Mansukh Mandaviya on Thursday virtually addressed the Global Coalition for Social Justice Annual Forum 2026, calling for concerted international efforts to anchor development agendas in so ... read..

JK Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha marks PM Modi's 76th birthday with children

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) | September 17, 2026 3:30:02 PM IST

Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha marked Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 76th birthday on Thursday, announcing a month long series of celebratory programmes planned by the Government of India across the country. ... read..

People in Punjab want Bhagwant Mann govt back, seeking change in Goa, Gujarat: Manish Sisodia

New Delhi | September 17, 2026 3:29:57 PM IST

AAP leader Manish Sisodia on Thursday said people in Punjab were happy with the work done by the Bhagwant Mann government and wanted to bring it back to power, while people in Goa and Gujarat were seeking change. ... read..

Similipal Tiger Reserve launches 500 hectare grassland restoration drive to strengthen tiger habitat

Mayurbhanj (Odisha) | September 17, 2026 3:29:50 PM IST

The Similipal Tiger Reserve launched a massive grassland restoration initiative aimed at boosting prey populations and strengthening the wild tiger habitat, as conservation teams work to bring back open grasslands that once covered large parts of the area ... read..

Union Minister Piyush Goyal attends Jain Sangh Parana ceremony in Mumbai, extends birthday wishes to PM Modi

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | September 17, 2026 3:00:30 PM IST

Union Minister for Commerce and Industry of India Piyush Goyal attended a Jain Sangh Parana ceremony in Mumbai, extending 'Michhami Dukkadam' greetings to the Jain community and conveying birthday wishes to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the occasion of ... read..

EPS targets CM Vijay over UK visit, power deficit in Tamil Nadu, alleges unfulfilled election promises

Madurai (Tamil Nadu) | September 17, 2026 3:00:26 PM IST

AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami (EPS) on Thursday launched a sharp attack on Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay, questioning the legitimacy of the Chief Minister's recent trip to London and raising serious concerns over unfulfilled ... read..

"Modi ji took Yoga, Kumbh to global stage": CM Yogi at flag-off of Kashi-Vadnagar yatra

Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh) | September 17, 2026 3:00:23 PM IST

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday said that Prime Minister Narendra Modis decisive leadership has taken Indias civilizational heritage to the world stage, citing the international recognition of Yoga and UNESCO's cultural heritage ... read..

Madhya Pradesh CM launches blood donation camp on PM Modis birthday; says over 6,700 units collected so far

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) | September 17, 2026 3:00:20 PM IST

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Thursday inaugurated a blood donation camp at the government Jaiprakash Hospital in Bhopal as part of the Seva Sankalp Abhiyan being organised on the occasion of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's birthday. ... read..

Today, every Indian is stepping forward with Nation First spirit: Nitin Nabin inaugurates blood donation camp on PM Modi's birthday

New Delhi | September 17, 2026 3:00:04 PM IST

BJP National President Nitin Nabin on Thursday inaugurated a blood donation camp in the national capital on the occasion of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 76th birthday, as the party launched the 'Seva Sankalp Abhiyan' and observed the day as 'Seva Divas' ... read..

Rahul Gandhi has no moral right to speak about PM Modi: BJP's Basavaraj Bommai

Gadag (Karnataka) | September 17, 2026 2:30:12 PM IST

Former Karnataka Chief Minister and BJP MP Basavaraj Bommai on Thursday hit back at senior Congress leader and Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi, saying that he has "no moral right" to speak about Prime Minister Narendra Modi and accused him of ... read..

We prayed for PM Modi's long, healthy life: Rajnath Singh along with other top leaders at Kashi Vishwanath

Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh) | September 17, 2026 2:30:09 PM IST

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, Union Minister Chirag Paswan and BJP State President and Union Minister of State Pankaj Chaudhary on Thursday offered prayers ... read..

India calls for secure, affordable, reliable energy at G20 Energy Abundance Ministerial Meeting in US

New Delhi | September 17, 2026 2:30:04 PM IST

Union Minister for Power and Housing & Urban Affairs Manohar Lal on Thursday led the Indian delegation at the G20 Energy Abundance Ministerial Meeting held in Houston, USA, where he showcased India's rapid energy transition, revealing that the country ... read..

US National Matthew VanDyke moves Delhi court for bail in Myanmar training camp case

New Delhi | September 17, 2026 2:30:00 PM IST

US National Matthew Aaron VanDyke has moved a bail application on Thursday, seeking default bail. The Special National Investigation Agency (NIA) court at Rouse Avenue Court has issued notice to the NIA and sought a response by Friday. ... read..

Myanmar Training camp case: US National Vandyke moves plea seeking default bail as UAPA offences not invoked against him by NIA

New Delhi | September 17, 2026 2:29:50 PM IST

US National Matthew Aaron Vandyke has moved a bail application seeking default bail. He is an accused in a case linked to the Myanmar Training Camp case registered under UAPA by the NIA. He was arrested by the NIA in March 2026. ... read..

CM Yogi extends birthday wishes to PM Modi at Vishwakarma Puja in Gorakhpur

Gorakhpur (Uttar Pradesh) | September 17, 2026 2:29:47 PM IST

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday extended birthday wishes to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on behalf of the people of Uttar Pradesh during Shri Vishwakarma Puja celebrations at the Vishwakarma Panchayat Temple in Gorakhpur. ... read..

New Delhi: Union Minister Nirmala Sitharaman launches 'Bharat Vann' project at Lodhi Colony Park

New Delhi | September 17, 2026 2:29:45 PM IST

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Thursday inaugurated the 'Bharat Vann' green initiative at Lodhi Colony Park in Central Delhi, marking a significant step towards promoting urban ecological restoration and increasing green cover in the nation ... read..

Manipur violence 2023: Supreme Court seeks report on 25 unnatural deaths in relief camps

New Delhi | September 17, 2026 2:29:42 PM IST

The Supreme Court on Thursday sought a comprehensive report from the Manipur Chief Secretary on 25 unnatural deaths reported in relief camps, including an alleged sexual assault incident. ... read..

Congress' Gaurav Gogoi flags 'UPI tax' proposal, says Parliament Finance panel hadn't discussed it

New Delhi | September 17, 2026 2:00:25 PM IST

Congress Lok Sabha MP Gaurav Gogoi on Thursday raised concerns over the government's UPI proposal, saying that the Parliament Standing Committee on Finance had not discussed it and that the Finance Department had not presented any specific proposal on the ... read..

Annapurna Divas: PM Modi lauds West Bengal women for driving 'path of change', outlines welfare schemes

New Delhi | September 17, 2026 2:00:23 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday commended the women of West Bengal for steering the state toward a "new path of change" following the historic political shift earlier this year. ... read..

Assam's National Health Mission ensures premier treatment for 76 children suffering from Congenital Heart Disease

Guwahati (Assam) | September 17, 2026 2:00:22 PM IST

76 children suffering from Congenital Heart Disease (CHD) in Assam have received a lifeline with the state organising their treatment atpremier healthcare facilities including Narayana Health in Bengaluru, hospitals in Mumbai, and Health City Hospital, a ... read..

SC gives Dara Singh 2 weeks to challenge Odisha's rejection of premature release plea in Graham Staines murder case

New Delhi | September 17, 2026 2:00:18 PM IST

The Supreme Court on Thursday granted two weeks to murder convict Rabindra Kumar Pal alias Dara Singh to challenge the Odisha governments decision rejecting his plea for premature release from life imprisonment in the 1999 murder of Australian missionary ... read..

Ashok Gehlot alleges crores in bribes to form BJP boards in Rajasthan civic bodies

Jaipur (Rajasthan) | September 17, 2026 2:00:08 PM IST

Former Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot on Thursday alleged that an IAS officer from the Chief Minister's Office was threatening collectors and SDMs to ensure the formation of BJP boards in municipal bodies. ... read..

Keralam's ReporterTV MD questions arrest in Abkari case after SIT raids over Messi controversy

Kochi (Keralam) | September 17, 2026 1:30:20 PM IST

ReporterTV Managing Director and Managing Editor Anto Augustine on Thursday questioned his arrest in an Abkari case following SIT raids at the channel's headquarters, saying he had provided all documents sought in connection with the Messi controversy. ... read..

UBT Sena MP Sanjay Raut attacks Eknath Shinde over Gujarat visit, raises question on PM Modi's leadership

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | September 17, 2026 1:30:13 PM IST

Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut on Thursday criticised Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde for visiting Gujarat and questioned Prime Minister Narendra Modis continuation in politics, saying that at 75, he should retire from political life. ... read..

MP CM Yadav extends Vishwakarma Jayanti greetings, birthday wish to PM Modi; praises PMs leadership

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) | September 17, 2026 1:30:03 PM IST

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Thursday extended greetings to people on Vishwakarma Jayanti and wished Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his birthday, praising his leadership and saying that Indias strength and talent have been showcased befo ... read..

Karnataka: 22-year-old woman allegedly raped by 6 men, including two railway cops; case registered

Yadgir (Karnataka) | September 17, 2026 1:30:01 PM IST

A case has been registered against six individuals, including two railway police personnel, for allegedly subjecting a 22-year-old woman to repeated sexual assault, intimidation, and wrongful confinement across multiple locations in Karnataka, police said ... read..

Congress sweeps Jaipur civic repolls in all 4 wards; state Congress chief Dotasra targets PM Modi, CM Bhajanlal over "massive majority" claim

Jaipur (Rajasthan) | September 17, 2026 1:29:59 PM IST

Rajasthan Congress President Govind Singh Dotasra on Thursday launched a scathing attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma, asserting that the BJP's narrative of securing a "massive majority" in the state's civi ... read..

Tamil Nadu BJP workers celebrate PM Modi's 76th birthday as Seva Day with prayers, medical camps and sanitary workers' felicitation

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 17, 2026 1:29:56 PM IST

BJP workers across Tamil Nadu celebrated Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 76th birthday on Thursday, observing the occasion as Seva Day with a series of activities, including temple prayers, medical camps for the elderly and felicitation of sanitary workers ... read..

Congress' Gaurav Gogoi falgs 'UPI tax' proposal, says Parliament Finance panel hadn't discussed it

New Delhi | September 17, 2026 1:29:52 PM IST

"We all draw inspiration from his work...": Rajasthan Dy CM Diya Kumari praises PM Modi on 76th birthday

Jaipur (Rajasthan) | September 17, 2026 1:29:49 PM IST

Rajasthan Deputy Chief Minister Diya Kumari on Thursday said that PM Modi's manner of working is an inspiration and everyone must strive to work in such a dedicated way. ... read..

Union Minister Chirag Paswan extends birthday wishes to PM Modi, says fortunate to serve under his leadership

Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh) | September 17, 2026 12:59:36 PM IST

Union Minister Chirag Paswan on Thursday extended birthday wishes to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on behalf of himself and his party, Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas), saying it was a matter of good fortune for him to serve as a Union Minister at a time wh ... read..

Rajnath Singh, Yogi Adityanath, Chandrababu Naidu offer prayers at Kashi Vishwanath Temple on PM Modi's birthday

Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh) | September 17, 2026 12:59:34 PM IST

On the occasion of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's birthday on Thursday, top leaders and Union Ministers, including Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu, offered ... read..

Delhi HC agrees to urgently hear plea over alleged DUSU Election norm violations

New Delhi | September 17, 2026 12:59:30 PM IST

The Delhi High Court on Thursday agreed to urgently hear a plea alleging widespread violations of the Lyngdoh Committee recommendations, anti-defacement guidelines and judicial directions during the ongoing Delhi University Students Union (DUSU) election ... read..

SEMICON 2026: PM Modi says India's success in Semiconductor manufacturing important as "supply chains being weaponized"

New Delhi | September 17, 2026 12:59:28 PM IST

Highlighting India's aggressive push to build resilient global supply networks through far-reaching structural reforms, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday called upon international semiconductor leaders and equipment manufacturers to seize emerging ... read..

Former Union Minister Sudarsana Nachiappan passes away; Karti Chidambaram pays last respects

Sivaganga (Karnataka) | September 17, 2026 12:59:23 PM IST

Former Union Minister and senior Congress leader Sudarsana Nachiappan passed away on Thursday. Congress MP Karti Chidambaram paid his last respects to the mortal remains of the late leader. ... read..

PM Modi inaugurates SEMICON India 2026 at Yashobhoomi in New Delhi

New Delhi | September 17, 2026 12:30:00 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday inaugurated the fifth edition of SEMICON India 2026 at Yashobhoomi Convention Centre in New Delhi, marking the start of a three-day national convention on the country's semiconductor and electronics ecosystem. ... read..

Semicon India 2.0 to target at least 200 chip-design startups, companies: Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw

New Delhi | September 17, 2026 12:29:58 PM IST

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Thursday said Semicon India 2.0 would target at least 200 startups and companies designing chips in India across the spectrum of semiconductor requirements. ... read..

Ritabrata-led TMC delegation leaves for Delhi to meet ECI over party name, symbol dispute

Kolkata (West Bengal) | September 17, 2026 12:29:56 PM IST

A delegation led by West Bengal Leader of Opposition Ritabrata Banerjee left for Delhi to meet the Election Commission of India (ECI) on Thursday in connection with the dispute over the Trinamool Congress' (TMC) name and election symbol. ... read..

Telangana CM Revanth Reddy recalls Operation Polo, lists govt's achievements on Praja Palana Dinotsavam

Hyderabad (Telangana) | September 17, 2026 12:29:47 PM IST

Underscoring that September 17 marked the historic triumph of democratic governance over autocratic feudal rule, Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy on Thursday paid rich homage to the martyrs of the regional freedom struggle and recalled the decisi ... read..

ED raids 3 Gurugram premises of ex-Haryana Minister Gopal Kanda in Rs 248.46 crore alleged money laundering probe

New Delhi | September 17, 2026 12:29:45 PM IST

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Thursday carried out searches at three premises linked to businessman and former Minister of State for Haryana Gopal Goyal Kanda in connection with a Rs 248.46 crore alleged money laundering probe. ... read..

"India's logistics, manufacturing gaining new strength with rapid infrastructure growth": PM Modi at SEMICON India

New Delhi | September 17, 2026 12:29:44 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said India's recent progress in fintech, dedicated freight corridors and logistics reflects the direction and pace of the country's development, adding that improved connectivity will strengthen manufacturing. ... read..

"Worked 25 years without single day off": Amit Shah hails PM Modi 's governance on 76th birthday

Vadnagar (Gujarat) | September 17, 2026 12:29:42 PM IST

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday emphasised that no other politician other than Prime Minister Narendra Modi in independent India's history has continuously served as a state leader and national leader for 25 years without taking a single day off ... read..

International organic farming seminar begins in Ooty with delegates from eight countries

Udhagamandalam (Tamil Nadu) | September 17, 2026 12:29:40 PM IST

A six-day 'International Training of Trainers on Biodynamic Agriculture ', an international seminar and consultation on organic farming, began at Puthu Mandhu near Udhagamandalam (Ooty) in the Nilgiris district bringing together agricultural delegates and ... read..

Opposition leaders extend warm greetings to PM Modi on 76th birthday

New Delhi | September 17, 2026 12:29:38 PM IST

Leaders from across the Oppositon parties extended warm greetings to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the occasion of his 76th birthday, wishing him health and longevity. ... read..

ED raids Delhi, Bihar, Jharkhand and Karnataka linked to bomb attack on RSS office in Ranchi

New Delhi | September 17, 2026 12:29:34 PM IST

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Thursday launched a massive search operation covering four premises across Delhi, Bihar, Jharkhand and Karnataka linked to a bomb attack on the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) office in Jharkhand's Ranchi in June this ... read..

"Society without questions is an even greater darkness": M.K. Stalin pays tribute to Periyar on birth anniversary

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 17, 2026 11:59:57 AM IST

Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) leaders, including former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin, Tamil Nadu LoP Udhayanidhi Stalin, and Lok Sabha MP Kanimozhi Karunanidhi, on Thursday paid tributes to social reformer and Dravidian icon 'Thanthai' Periyar E ... read..

US based Aviation Safety foundation alleges 'lack of transparency' in Air India AI-171 crash probe

New Delhi | September 17, 2026 11:59:55 AM IST

The US-based Foundation for Aviation Safety (FAS) has written to the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB), alleging a lack of transparency in the ongoing investigation into the Air India AI-171 crash, accusing the agency of failing to acknowledge ... read..

MPs Tarun Chugh, Sambit Patra extend birthday wishes to PM Modi

Amritsar (Punjab) | September 17, 2026 11:59:47 AM IST

Rajya Sabha MP Tarun Chugh and BJP MP Sambit Patra on Thursday extended birthday wishes to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, highlighting his 25 years in public office and his resolve of Viksit Bharat. ... read..

"Entire municipal workforce deployed zone-wise to clean water bodies, sewers": Lucknow Mayor greets PM Modi, unveils 30-day sanitation campaign

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | September 17, 2026 11:59:35 AM IST

Marking the birthday of Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday, Lucknow Mayor Sushma Kharakwal unveiled a 30-day continuous mega sanitation drive across the state capital, announcing the daily convergence of the municipal corporation's entire workforce ... read..

Telangana CM pays floral tributes at 'Praja Palana Dinotsavam' celebrations in Hyderabad

Hyderabad (Telangana) | September 17, 2026 11:29:33 AM IST

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy on Thursday paid rich floral tributes to the martyrs of the historic Telangana struggle during the state-level celebrations of 'Telangana Praja Palana Dinotsavam' (People's Governance Day) held at the Central Lawns ... read..

Various programs, welfare schemes in Delhi on PM Modi's birthday, says CM Rekha Gupta

New Delhi | September 17, 2026 11:29:30 AM IST

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Thursday announced a series of public service initiatives and welfare events organised across the national capital on the occasion of the 76th birthday of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. ... read..

People have begun to realise anarchic actions of TVK government: DMK MP Kanimozhi

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 17, 2026 11:29:23 AM IST

DMK MP Kanimozhi on Thursday said people had begun to realise the anarchic actions of the TVK government, citing law-and-order issues, efforts to sideline Pattinapakkam residents for a new Chief Secretariat and a raid at the residence of former Minister ... read..

Tamil Nadu marks 147th birth anniversary of "Father of Dravidian Movement" Periyar; Speaker, Ministers pay floral tributes in Chennai

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 17, 2026 11:29:20 AM IST

Political leaders and dignitaries across Tamil Nadu paid floral tributes to Dravidian icon and social reformer Thanthai Periyar E V Ramasamy on his 147th birth anniversary on Thursday, commemorating his lifelong crusade for rationalism, self-respect, and ... read..

Mamata vs Ritabrata: ECI likely to decide on TMC name, symbol dispute today

New Delhi | September 17, 2026 10:59:32 AM IST

The Election Commission of India (ECI) may take a decision on Thursday on the dispute over the Trinamool Congress' name and election symbol between the factions led by Mamata Banerjee and West Bengal Leader of Opposition Ritabrata Banerjee. ... read..

J-K: Security forces neutralise two terrorists in joint operation in Udhampur

Udhampur (Jammu and Kashmir) | September 17, 2026 10:59:28 AM IST

Two terrorists were neutralised in a joint intelligence-based counter-terrorism operation launched by security forces in the Brattal area of Udhampur during the intervening night of September 16 and 17. ... read..

"This day is being celebrated with a resolve for service...": Akshay Kumar, Anupam Kher, others from film fraternity extend birthday wishes to PM Modi

New Delhi | September 17, 2026 10:59:24 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is celebrating his 76th birthday on Thursday, and several celebrities from the Indian entertainment industry took to X to extend their wishes. ... read..

PM Modi visits SEMICON India 2026 exhibition, interacts with participants

New Delhi | September 17, 2026 10:59:23 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday visited the SEMICON India 2026 exhibition and interacted with participants before inaugurating the event at the Yashobhoomi Convention Centre in Delhi. ... read..

Two workers killed, two injured after car runs over them on Dwarka Expressway

Gurugram (Haryana) | September 17, 2026 10:59:14 AM IST

Two workers died and two others were seriously injured after being run over by a car around 2:30 am on Thursday, while they were installing grills on the Dwarka Expressway. ... read..

Ashirwad Ka Diya released on PM Modis 76th birthday, celebrating 25 years of public service

New Delhi | September 17, 2026 10:29:53 AM IST

Musicians Aman Pant and Sneha Shankar have released 'Ashirwad Ka Diya,' a tribute song marking Prime Minister Narendra Modis 25 years in public service, with the release coinciding with his 76th birthday on Thursday. ... read..

Manoj Jarange Patil calls off hunger strike, gives 90-day ultimatum to Maharashtra govt on Maratha quota

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | September 17, 2026 10:29:46 AM IST

Maratha reservation activist Manoj Jarange Patil called off his hunger strike, issuing a firm 90-day ultimatum to the state government to act on the key demands of the Maratha community, emphasising that the agitation will not end and will be further inte ... read..

ACB catches Keesara's SHO & SI red-handed while accepting Rs 5 lakh bribe

Hyderabad (Telangana) | September 17, 2026 10:29:45 AM IST

Officials from the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) City Range-1 unit caught two senior officers attached to the Keesara Police Station red-handed while demanding and accepting a bribe of ?5 lakh on Wednesday night, September 16. ... read..

Cleanliness drive in Ayodhya, bike rally from Varanasi to Vadnagar mark PM Modis birthday

Ayodhya (Uttar Pradesh) | September 17, 2026 10:29:41 AM IST

A massive cleanliness drive was conducted at Lata Mangeshkar Chowk in Uttar Pradesh's Ayodhya on Thursday under the Seva Sankalp Abhiyan to mark Prime Minister Narendra Modis birthday. The drive has been organised by the Ayodhya Municipal Corporation. ... read..

Gambhir, Raina, Saina Nehwal extend birthday wishes to PM Modi

New Delhi | September 17, 2026 10:29:39 AM IST

Indian men's cricket team head coach and former cricketer Suresh Raina, along with badminton legend Saina Nehwal, on Thursday extended their greetings to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his 76th birthday. ... read..

"Misleading public, insulting country": Telangana BJP chief Ramchander Rao slams Rahul Gandhi over 'Modi Tax' remarks

Hyderabad (Telangana) | September 17, 2026 10:29:38 AM IST

Telangana Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) chief Ram Chander Rao on Thursday slammed Congress leader Rahul Gandhi over his remarks on the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) transaction charges, accusing him of spreading misinformation and attempting to mislead ... read..

Delhi HC pulls up Tihar jail authority for frustrating parole order, initiates contempt proceedings

New Delhi | September 17, 2026 10:29:36 AM IST

The Delhi High Court has observed that the jail authoritys actions had made a mockery of the legal system by keeping an undertrial behind bars despite a court order directing his release on parole. ... read..

"India no longer just condemns, delivers decisive responses": Amit Shah hails PM Modi's 'zero tolerance' policy against terrorism

New Delhi | September 17, 2026 9:59:57 AM IST

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership, stating that under his tenure, the country has witnessed the firm, ground-level implementation of a "zero-tolerance" policy against terrorism for the first time. ... read..

Devotees stranded at Meenakshi Amman Temple after Kumbabhishekam as crowd swells on all four streets

Madurai (Tamil Nadu) | September 17, 2026 9:59:54 AM IST

Devotees who had gathered on all four streets surrounding the Meenakshi Amman Temple in Madurai found themselves stranded and unable to move out of the temple premises after the conclusion of the historic Maha Kumbabhishekam ceremony on Thursday. ... read..

"Under whose protection have criminals become so emboldened?": Kumari Selja hits out at BJP over threats to Ankita Bhandari case lawyer

New Delhi | September 17, 2026 9:59:53 AM IST

Congress leader and AICC Uttarakhand in-charge Kumari Selja on Thursday slammed the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government in Uttarakhand over alleged threats received by advocate Navneesh Negi, who is representing the family of the 2022 murder victim An ... read..

West Bengal: BJP appoints Jyotirmay Mahato, Gouri Shankar Ghosh as in-charges for Nandigram, Rejinagar bypolls

Kolkata (West Bengal) | September 17, 2026 9:59:51 AM IST

BJP West Bengal President Samik Bhattacharya has appointed BJP MP and state general secretary Jyotirmay Singh Mahato and state minister Gouri Shankar Ghosh as in-charges for the upcoming by-elections in the Nandigram and Rejinagar Assembly constituencies, ... read..

Global experts deliberate on 'AI for Democracy' at Haridwar's Dev Sanskriti Vishwavidyalaya; call for ethical, inclusive governance

Haridwar (Uttarakhand) | September 17, 2026 9:59:48 AM IST

Underscoring the transformative role of Artificial Intelligence in shaping public administration, global experts, academics, and policymakers gathered at Dev Sanskriti Vishwavidyalaya (DSVV) for an international summit titled "AI for Democracy Reimagini ... read..

Om Birla extends birthday greetings to PM Modi, praises his contribution to nation's progress

New Delhi | September 17, 2026 9:59:43 AM IST

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Thursday extended birthday greetings to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his 76th birthday. ... read..

Delhi Police solve Rs 1.5 crore armed robbery case; 5 arrested, around Rs 1 crore recovered

New Delhi | September 17, 2026 9:59:41 AM IST

The Delhi Police has solved an armed robbery case involving around Rs 1.5 crore in cash with the arrest of five accused and recovery of approximately Rs 1 crore of the looted money. ... read..

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