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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

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..

"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..

"Steering India towards Viksit Bharat": Nirmala Sitharaman wishes PM Modi on his 76th birthday

New Delhi | September 17, 2026 9:59:38 AM IST

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Thursday wished Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his 76th birthday, saying he was steering the country towards 'Viksit Bharat' amid turbulent times. ... read..

J-K: CM Omar Abdullah says govt should ensure UPI MDR charges do not burden common people

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) | September 17, 2026 9:59:36 AM IST

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah said the government should ensure that any charges related to Unified Payments Interface (UPI) transactions do not burden the common people, while suggesting that companies could bear such charges. ... read..

Ganesh immersion tragedy: CM Revanth Reddy condoles drowning of 6 students in Sangareddy

Politics | September 17, 2026 9:59:35 AM IST

Sangareddy (Telangana) [India], September 17 [ANI]: Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy expressed deep shock over the tragic death of six students who had gone for a Vinayaka idol immersion in Peddakanjarla village of Patancheru in Sangareddy district. ... read..

"Telangana attained freedom from Nizam rule on September 17": State BJP President N Ramchander Rao on Telangana Liberation Day celebrations

Hyderabad (Telangana) | September 17, 2026 9:59:33 AM IST

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Telangana State President N Ramchander Rao on Thursday underscored the historical significance of September 17, describing it as a "very proud moment" when the region attained freedom from the Nizam's rule and formally integra ... read..

AIMIM delegation led by Asaduddin Owaisi meets Union Ministers Nitin Gadkari, Pralhad Joshi; raises Seemanchal highway alignment, AMU Kishanganj funds

Politics | September 17, 2026 9:29:13 AM IST

A delegation led by All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) President and Hyderabad MP Asaduddin Owaisi called on Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari and Union Minister of Education Pralhad Joshi in the national capital to ... read..

CBI arrests Senior Secretariat Assistant, MCD official and two others in bribery case

New Delhi | September 17, 2026 9:29:11 AM IST

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has arrested three persons, including a public servant, in New Delhi while allegedly transacting a bribe of Rs 15,00,000. ... read..

CBI FIR books 7 accused, US-based organisation over alleged FCRA violations involving Rs 92.55 crore

New Delhi | September 17, 2026 9:29:10 AM IST

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has registered an FIR against seven accused, including six individuals and the US-based The Timothy Initiative (TTI), over alleged violations of the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA), 2010, involving fo ... read..

Madurai: Historic Maha Kumbabhishekam of Meenakshi Sundareswarar Temple held after 17 years

Madurai (Tamil Nadu) | September 17, 2026 9:29:08 AM IST

The Meenakshi Sundareswarar Temple in Madurai, Tamil Nadu, hosts its grand Maha Kumbabhishekam after a 17-year wait; today, September 17, 2026, marks a historic milestone. ... read..

"Established many new benchmarks of good governance": President Murmu extends birthday greetings to PM Modi

New Delhi | September 17, 2026 9:29:06 AM IST

President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday extended birthday greetings to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his 76th birthday. She praised his 25 years of public service and his contribution to good governance and inclusive development. ... read..

"Uprooted cruel rule of Nizams and Razakars": Amit Shah greets people on Hyderabad Liberation Day

New Delhi | September 17, 2026 9:29:02 AM IST

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday extended greetings to the people of Karnataka on the occasion of Hyderabad Liberation Day, paying homage to the martyrs who fought against the "cruel rule of the Nizams and Razakars" for the integration of the reg ... read..

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay's UK tour yields Rs 15,300 crore in investments, over 10,000 jobs

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 17, 2026 9:28:58 AM IST

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay's visit to England has been a successful trip aimed at elevating Tamil Nadu as a global investment hub, the state government said today. ... read..

Govt working on over 158 investment project proposals: Tripura CM Manik Saha

Agartala (Tripura) | September 17, 2026 9:28:55 AM IST

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha said that concept notes and detailed proposals for more than 158 investment projects have been received, and department officials have been working on them. ... read..

"Dedication to public service is an inspiration": Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw extends birthday greetings to PM Modi

New Delhi | September 17, 2026 8:59:41 AM IST

Union Minister for Railways, Information & Broadcasting, and Electronics & IT, Ashwini Vaishnaw, extended warm birthday greetings to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his 76th birthday on Thursday, hailing his unwavering dedication to public service ... read..

Rajnath Singh extends birthday wishes to PM Modi, praises leadership towards Viksit Bharat

New Delhi | September 17, 2026 8:59:38 AM IST

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday extended birthday wishes to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and said that under his leadership, India is marching forward with confidence towards the goal of Viksit Bharat'. ... read..

CBI registers FIR against former Income Tax Commissioner, then CISF DIG for alleged disproportionate assets

New Delhi | September 17, 2026 8:59:33 AM IST

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has registered an FIR against former Commissioner of Income Tax (Exemptions), Hyderabad, Jeevanlal Lavidiya, and his wife, then DIG, CISF, Shipra Srivastava, in an alleged disproportionate assets case, according t ... read..

BJP-alliance candidate Debashish Sharma files nomination for Nagaon Lok Sabha bypoll

Guwahati (Assam) | September 17, 2026 8:59:31 AM IST

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and alliance candidate for the Nagaon Lok Sabha by-election, Debashish Sharma, filed his nomination papers at the office of the Nagaon District Commissioner, accompanied by thousands of party workers and supporters. ... read..

Hero FinCorp cyber fraud case: Five arrested, Rs 1.7 crore put on hold

New Delhi | September 17, 2026 8:59:29 AM IST

The IFSO Unit of Delhi Police's Special Cell has arrested five people, including a bank relationship manager, in connection with an alleged Rs 12.84 crore cyber fraud targeting Hero FinCorp Ltd, while Rs 1.7 crore of the cheated amount has been put on hol ... read..

"Bharat shining as bright spot...": CP Radhakrishnan hails PM Modi's vision on 76th birthday

New Delhi | September 17, 2026 8:59:27 AM IST

Vice President CP Radhakrishnan on Thursday extended warm greetings to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his 76th birthday, highlighting India's economic resilience, poverty reduction and inclusive developmental initiatives under his governance. ... read..

CMs Dhami, Bhajanlal Sharma hail PM Modi's push for good governance, self-reliance on his birthday

New Delhi | September 17, 2026 8:59:24 AM IST

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami and Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma on Thursday extended warm greetings to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his 76th birthday, hailing his transformative governance, global leadership and steadfast c ... read..

"No alliance with BJP" ahead of 2028 Telangana Assembly polls, says KTR

Sonipat (Haryana) | September 17, 2026 8:29:53 AM IST

Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) Working President and MLA KT Rama Rao (KTR) asserted that there will be no alliance with the BJP, referring to the 2028 Telangana Assembly elections. ... read..

Cabinet Ministers Chintan Shivir to be held in Delhi on September 23-24

New Delhi | September 17, 2026 7:29:45 AM IST

A two-day Chintan Shivir of the Union Cabinet Ministers will be held in New Delhi on September 23 and 24, with all Cabinet Ministers expected to participate in the meeting. ... read..

PM Modis 76th birthday: UP CM Yogi, BJP leaders extend greetings as party set to launch Seva Sankalp campaign across states

New Delhi | September 17, 2026 9:59:45 AM IST

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and other BJP leaders and Union Ministers extended birthday greetings to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his 76th birthday on Thursday, hailing his leadership, commitment to public service and contribution to t ... read..

Varanasi Gen Z youth donate blood under "Modis GenZ Blood Squad" to mark PM Modis birthday, hail him as the "GOAT"

Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh) | September 17, 2026 7:29:41 AM IST

On the eve of Prime Minister Narendra Modis birthday, the Gen Z Wing of Antyodaya Parishad organised a blood donation camp in Varanasi, with a large number of young people participating in the Modis GenZ Blood Squad event. ... read..

Varanasi Gen Z youth donate blood to mark PM Modis birthday, hail him as the "GOAT"

Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh) | September 17, 2026 7:29:35 AM IST

Assam launches State Cooling Action Plan to advance sustainable and climate friendly cooling

Guwahati (Assam) | September 17, 2026 6:59:55 AM IST

Assam on Wednesday marked World Ozone Day 2026 with the state-level celebration held at the Assam Administrative Staff College, Khanapara, Guwahati, where Environment, Forest & Climate Change Minister Jayanta Mallabaruah launched the Assam Cooling Act ... read..

Sikkim CM greets PM Modi on 76th birthday, lauds support for Northeast

Gangtok | September 17, 2026 6:59:53 AM IST

Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang on Thursday extended greetings and best wishes to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his 76th birthday on behalf of the Government and people of Sikkim. ... read..

ABVP, NSUI trade allegations of attacks on members, candidates ahead of September 18 DUSU polls

New Delhi | September 17, 2026 6:59:49 AM IST

The ABVP and the National Students Union of India (NSUI) have traded allegations of attacks and intimidation involving their members and candidates ahead of the Delhi University Students Union (DUSU) elections. ... read..

Owaisis statements on Goa Civil Code factually incorrect: BJPs Yatish Naik rebuts AIMIM chiefs claims, says law applies uniformly to all Goans

Panaji (Goa) | September 17, 2026 6:59:48 AM IST

BJP Goa Pradesh spokesperson Advocate Yatish Naik said AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi had made factually incorrect statements about the Civil Code in force in Goa, asserting that its provisions apply uniformly to all Goans irrespective of religion, caste ... read..

Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel launches Harit Ghar- Swasth Samaj campaign ahead of PM Modis 76th birthday

Gandhinagar (Gujarat) | September 17, 2026 7:59:57 AM IST

Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on Wednesday launched the Harit Ghar Swasth Samaj campaign organised by Vishwa Gujarati Samaj in Ahmedabad on the eve of Prime Minister Narendra Modis 76th birthday. ... read..

J-K: Security forces launch major search operation in Udhampur following inputs on suspicious movement

Udhampur (Jammu and Kashmir) | September 17, 2026 6:28:55 AM IST

Security forces launched a major search operation in the Majalta area of Jammu and Kashmirs Udhampur district following inputs regarding the suspicious movement of individuals, security forces said. ... read..

9 dead, 7 rescued after 14 drowning incidents reported across Odisha

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) | September 17, 2026 6:28:53 AM IST

Nine people have died and seven others were rescued after 14 drowning incidents were reported across Odisha in the last 24 hours, the Odisha Fire and Emergency Services Department said on Thursday. ... read..

Telangana officials discard 50 Kgs of rotten meat following raid at biryani restaurant in Hyderabad's Dilsukhnagar area

Hyderabad (Telangana) | September 17, 2026 4:29:18 AM IST

Telangana officials raided a biryani cafe in Hyderabad's Dilsukhnagar area on Wednesday. ... read..

Indore: Security arrangements, protocols put in place for BJP chief Nitin Nabin's visit, Rahul Gandhi's 'Chhatron Ki Goonj' event

Indore (Madhya Pradesh) | September 17, 2026 3:00:07 AM IST

Security arrangements are being put in place in strict accordance with the specific security categories ahead of BJP chief Nitin Nabin and RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat's likely visit here, police said. ... read..

MP: Security tighten in Indore ahead of consecutive VIP movements

Indore (Madhya Pradesh) | September 17, 2026 3:00:06 AM IST

Indore district administration and police have stepped up security arrangements ahead of a series of VIP movements scheduled over the next three days, including visits by BJP national president Nitin Nabin, RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat, Chief Minister Mohan Ya ... read..

Oppositions restlessness stems from countrys progress:BJP chief Nitin Nabin hits back at Rahul Gandhi over UPI MDR criticism

Pune (Maharashtra) | September 17, 2026 3:00:00 AM IST

BJP President Nitin Nabin on Wednesday slammed Congress leader Rahul Gandhi over his criticism of the Centre's Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) framework for UPI transactions, saying the oppositions "restlessness stems from the country's progress". ... read..

"Moment of immense pride for nation, Karnataka": Mallikarjun Kharge on Anant Nag to be honoured with Dadasaheb Phalke award

New Delhi | September 17, 2026 2:59:59 AM IST

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge congratulated veteran actor Anant Nag, who has been named the recipient of the prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke Award 2024 for his contribution to Indian cinema. ... read..

"BJP will launch Dandayatra against lands allegedly grabbed by BRS leaders": Union Minister Bandi Sanjay

Hyderabad (Telangana) | September 17, 2026 2:59:57 AM IST

BJP will launch a Dandayatra against lands allegedly grabbed by BRS leaders and demand that they be taken back and distributed to the poor, said Union Minister Bandi Sanjay on Wednesday. ... read..

Delhi MCD seals 11 properties, passes 12 demolition orders during intensive enforcement exercise

New Delhi | September 17, 2026 2:59:54 AM IST

The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) has intensified its city-wide enforcement drive against dangerous buildings, unauthorised constructions and violations of the Master Plan of Delhi (MPD) and building bye-laws. ... read..

Undeclared emergency in Andhra: YSRCP accuses Naidu govt of suppressing criticism, monitoring youth

Tadepalli (Andhra Pradesh) | September 17, 2026 2:59:45 AM IST

YSRCP spokesperson Konda Rajiv Gandhi has alleged that an undeclared emergency was prevailing in Andhra Pradesh, accusing the Chandrababu Naidu-led coalition government of using the police machinery to suppress criticism, monitor youth and curb social m ... read..

Telangana CM Revanth Reddy orders inquiry into 388 acres of govt land linked to BRS leader KCR's farmhouse

Hyderabad (Telangana) | September 17, 2026 2:59:42 AM IST

Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy on Wednesday called for an inquiry into 388 acres of government land reportedly linked to the state's former CM and BRS President K Chandrashekhar Rao (KCR). ... read..

Assam rifles deal major blow to narcotics network in Assam and Tripura

Agartala (Tripura) | September 16, 2026 12:00:03 AM IST

In a major breakthrough against organised narcotics trafficking in Assam and Tripura, Assam Rifles, in close coordination with law enforcement agencies, dealt a severe blow to an organised drug trafficking network in the Northeast. ... read..

ECI invites Ritabrata Banerjee-led delegation again over representations concerning TMC

New Delhi | September 16, 2026 11:59:53 PM IST

The Election Commission of India (ECI) has decided to meet a five-member delegation led by West Bengal Leader of Opposition Ritabrata Banerjee on Thursday again amid a dispute over the party's name, election symbol and funds between the Mamata Banerjee-le ... read..

Court grants custody parole to Kala Jatheri to visit his village for religious ceremony after birth of twin daughters

New Delhi | September 16, 2026 11:59:47 PM IST

Dwarka court on Wednesday granted 7 hours of custody parole to Sandeep alias Kala Jatheri to visit his home in the village Jatheri in Sonipat, Haryana. He will visit his home on September 20 between 10 AM and 5 PM in police custody. ... read..

Karnataka: Bagalkote Zilla Panchayat orders enquiry over attendance of Namma Clinic doctors following reports of MLA's niece drawing salary without working

Bagalkote (Karnataka) | September 16, 2026 11:30:02 PM IST

The Zilla Panchayat of Bagalkote on Wednesday called for a detailed probe into alleged attendance irregularities concerning a Medical Officer in Namma Clinic, with allegations that he was simultaneously admitted to an MD Pathology postgraduate course from ... read..

Imposing UPI MDR to consumers a criminal offence: Centre hits back as Opposition alleges surrender to US pressure

New Delhi | September 16, 2026 11:29:58 PM IST

A fierce political tug-of-war has erupted over the revised Unified Payments Interface (UPI) Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) framework, drawing a sharp contrast between the ruling dispensation and the Opposition. ... read..

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