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UP: BJP leaders hold tea meet with Kashi intellectuals, discuss citys development

Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh) | October 9, 2026 3:31:20 AM IST

BJP national president Nitin Nabin interacted with prominent social and intellectual figures of Varanasi over traditional morning tea, with discussions focusing on the city's development, social participation and cultural heritage. ... read..

"Strengthening interoperability to minimise response time": ICG Director General on SAREX-2026; Australia, Tanzania laud India's self-reliance

Paradip (Odisha) | October 9, 2026 3:31:19 AM IST

Director General of the Indian Coast Guard (ICG), S Paramesh Sivamani, said that 32 vessels are participating in the 12th National Maritime Search and Rescue Exercise (SAREX-2026) off Paradip, Odisha. ... read..

Maharashtra: Five injured after gas leak triggers flare-up at IIT Bombay hostel

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | October 9, 2026 3:31:17 AM IST

Five people, including two minors, were injured after a gas leak from a cylinder pipe led to a flare-up at a hostel on the IIT Bombay campus in Powai, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) said. ... read..

Chemist body welcomes govt move to rationalise cancer drug prices in country

New Delhi | October 9, 2026 3:31:15 AM IST

Apex National trade association All India Organisation of Chemists & Druggists (AIOCD) on Thursday welcomed the Indian government's decision to rationalise trade margins on non-scheduled anti-cancer medicines, describing this action as an important st ... read..

Maharashtra hub of globally capable investors, Madhya Pradesh hub of opportunities: CM Mohan Yadav

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | October 9, 2026 3:31:10 AM IST

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav held an interactive session on Investment Opportunities in Madhya Pradesh in Mumbai and highlighted the state's investment potential, industry-friendly policies and opportunities across various sectors in the st ... read..

MCD carries out 21 demolition actions across Delhi during city-wide enforcement drive

New Delhi | October 9, 2026 3:31:06 AM IST

The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) carried out 21 demolition actions across all 12 zones of the national capital as part of its ongoing city-wide enforcement drive against unauthorised constructions, dangerous buildings and violations of the Master ... read..

Thai arms smuggler gets six-year jail term in NSCN (IM) arms procurement conspiracy case

New Delhi | October 9, 2026 2:01:25 AM IST

A special NIA court on Thursday sentenced a Thai national and arms smuggler Willy Naruenartwanich alias Willy to six years' imprisonment in a case relating to an international arms procurement conspiracy of the National Socialist Council for Nagaland (NSC ... read..

26/11 Mumbai terror case: NIA court lists Tahawur Rana's case for hearing arguments

New Delhi | October 9, 2026 1:01:20 AM IST

A special NIA court on Thursday listed the case against Tahawur Hussain Rana for hearing arguments on the charges. Tahawur Hussain Rana is the alleged mastermind of the 26/11 Mumbai Terror Attack. He was extradited from the USA on April 10, 2025. ... read..

Serious matter, not a 4-5 day protest: Rahul Gandhi says fight for democracy will continue amid Oppn charge against CEC

New Delhi | October 8, 2026 11:31:40 PM IST

Leader of the opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi on Thursday alleged that India's democracy, democratic institutions and the Constitution have been damaged and destroyed over the last 10-15 years, while adding that the Opposition's campaign over ... read..

"Election Commission shouldn't snatch poor's right to vote": Akhilesh Yadav

Ayodhya (Uttar Pradesh) | October 8, 2026 11:31:35 PM IST

Amid INDIA Bloc's campaign against the Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR), Samajwadi Party (SP) Chief Akhilesh Yadav on Thursday said that the Election Commission should have "some sympathy" towards the poo ... read..

"Protest, but creating ruckus on flimsy pretexts is another matter": Chirag Paswan on INDIA bloc protest

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | October 8, 2026 11:01:45 PM IST

Union Minister of Food Processing Industries Chirag Paswan on Thursday said protests are an essential part of democracy, "but creating a ruckus every day and doing so on flimsy pretexts is another matter". ... read..

"Misconception being spread on social media": UP CEO rejects report of 16.18 lakh "mysterious" additions to voter lists

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | October 8, 2026 11:01:43 PM IST

Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) of Uttar Pradesh, Navdeep Rinwa, on Thursday refuted the allegations of missing details of 16.18 lakh Form 6 applications received by the poll body in the State. ... read..

"Madhya Pradesh received proposals worth Rs 90,000 Cr at Investors Summit in Mumbai": CM Mohan Yadav

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | October 8, 2026 11:01:41 PM IST

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav said that the State received investment proposals worth about Rs 90,000 crores at the Investors Summit held in Mumbai on Thursday. ... read..

Global partnerships, youth and women crucial for maritime future: Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal

New Delhi | October 8, 2026 11:01:39 PM IST

Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW), Sarbananda Sonowal held bilateral meetings with Saudi Arabia, Belgium and Bhutan on Day 2 of Sagarmanthan. ... read..

INDIA bloc firm on CEC's resignation, stages 'satyagraha' at Raj Ghat; BJP calls it "anarchy"

New Delhi | October 8, 2026 11:01:33 PM IST

Marking the third straight day of demonstrations in the national capital, INDIA bloc leaders gathered at Raj Ghat on Thursday for a peaceful tribute to Mahatma Gandhi in the spirit of 'satyagraha', vowing to press ahead with their demand for Chief Electio ... read..

We decided collectively: Satabdi Roy says NCPI MPs seek two-week extension from Speaker

Kolkata (West Bengal) | October 8, 2026 11:01:29 PM IST

Nationalist Citizens Party of India (NCPI) leader Satabdi Roy on Thursday said the party MPs had collectively decided to submit another letter to the Speaker seeking a two-week extension on disqualification pleas, adding that the absence of 10 MPs from th ... read..

Chhattisgarh: 4 CRPF officers injured in IED blast while defusing residual explosives in Sukma

Sukma (Chhattisgarh) | October 8, 2026 11:01:25 PM IST

Four CRPF officers were injured in an IED blast while defusing residual explosives at Alarmedgu camp in Chhattisgarh's Sukma district on Thursday. ... read..

Nana Patekars demise "unexpected and painful": Uddhav Thackeray

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | October 8, 2026 11:01:23 PM IST

Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray on Thursday expressed shock and grief over the demise of veteran actor Nana Patekar, describing his death as unexpected and painful. ... read..

"Faster decisions, lower compliance costs": PM Modi welcomes new round of GST reforms

New Delhi | October 8, 2026 10:31:04 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday welcomed the new round of GST reforms approved by the Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council, saying the measures will enable faster decisions, lower compliance costs, automated refunds and a trust-based administrati ... read..

'Love you, Bala': Tukaram Mundhe recalls last conversation with Nana Patekar

Pune (Maharashtra) | October 8, 2026 10:30:59 PM IST

Maharashtra FDA Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe expressed grief over the demise of veteran actor Nana Patekar, recalling their close friendship and saying the actor would remain with him and others forever. ... read..

"ED-type action should be removed": Karnataka CM DK Shivakumar backs GST reforms to curb unnecessary arrests

New Delhi | October 8, 2026 10:01:20 PM IST

Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Thursday expressed satisfaction with the recent Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council meeting, highlighting that key concerns raised by the state were positively received by the federal body. ... read..

MCD conducts 21 demolition actions across Delhi during city-wide enforcement drive

New Delhi | October 8, 2026 10:01:18 PM IST

The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) continued its ongoing city-wide enforcement drive against dangerous buildings, unauthorised constructions and violations of the Master Plan of Delhi (MPD) and Building Bye-Laws. ... read..

CAPF Act 2026 takes effect today: Executive rule codified for IPS cadre reservation amid retired officers' pushback

New Delhi | October 8, 2026 10:01:12 PM IST

The Central Armed Police Forces (General Administration) Act, 2026 (9 of 2026), officially came into force on Thursday, establishing a statutory framework to regulate recruitment and service conditions for Group A General Duty officers and personnel acro ... read..

Delhi on high alert ahead of October 10 CJP protest; around 23,000 security personnel to be deployed: Sources

New Delhi | October 8, 2026 9:31:21 PM IST

Delhi has been put on high alert ahead of the CJP protest scheduled for October 10, with extensive security arrangements being put in place across the national capital, sources said. ... read..

EOU raids Executive Engineer across 5 locations in Bihar over ?83.5 lakh in disproportionate assets

Bhagalpur (Bihar) | October 8, 2026 9:31:19 PM IST

In a major crackdown against corruption among government officials, the Economic Offences Unit (EOU) of Bihar Police launched widespread, simultaneous raids on Thursday morning targeting Narad Kumar Das, Executive Engineer in the Planning and Development ... read..

Rajasthan: Residents, shopkeepers protest JDA anti-encroachment drive on Jaipur's New Sanganer Road

Jaipur (Rajasthan) | October 8, 2026 9:31:15 PM IST

Residents and shopkeepers on Thursday protested against the Jaipur Development Authority's (JDA) anti-encroachment drive on New Sanganer Road, following orders from the Rajasthan High Court to clear illegal structures and widen the stretch between Sodala ... read..

Himachal HC directs Centre, NHAI to pay interest on delayed highway land compensation

Shimla (Uttar Pradesh) | October 8, 2026 9:31:13 PM IST

The Himachal Pradesh High Court has directed the Union of India and the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) on Thursday to pay interest to landowners on compensation that was delayed for land acquired for the four-laning and expansion of National ... read..

"Congress, INDIA alliance creating false narrative through Delhi protest": Telangana BJP spokesperson NV Subash

Hyderabad (Telangana) | October 8, 2026 9:31:10 PM IST

Telangana BJP spokesperson NV Subash on Thursday accused Congress and the INDIA bloc of creating drama and a false narrative through their protest in Delhi against the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) and the Election Commission of India. ... read..

Indian Coast Guard conducts 12th National Maritime Search & Rescue Exercise (SAREX-2026) off Paradip coast in Odisha

New Delhi | October 8, 2026 9:31:06 PM IST

The Indian Coast Guard conducted the 12th National Maritime Search and Rescue Exercise (SAREX-2026) off Paradip, Odisha, under the aegis of the National Maritime Search and Rescue Board (NMSARB) on Thursday, said the Ministry of Defence. ... read..

"Bapu taught us to remain steadfast in our Satyagraha": KC Venugopal says INDIA bloc agitation will grow stronger

New Delhi | October 8, 2026 9:31:04 PM IST

Congress General Secretary KC Venugopal on Thursday said the INDIA blocs agitation against alleged electoral irregularities will continue to grow stronger, invoking Mahatma Gandhis principle of remaining steadfast in Satyagraha until the demands are met ... read..

"Vacate your throne, Modi ji": Revanth Reddy calls for SIR rollback amid INDIA bloc campaign against CEC

New Delhi | October 8, 2026 9:02:01 PM IST

Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy on Thursday urged the Centre to roll back the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, stating that otherwise the public would make Prime Minister Narendra Modi move out of office. ... read..

Delhi liquor shops to remain shut on Oct 9-10 ahead of CJP's call for protest against CEC Gyanesh Kumar

New Delhi | October 8, 2026 9:01:59 PM IST

All retail liquor shops in Delhi will remain closed on October 9 and 10 as a preventive measure to maintain public order amid heightened political activity and planned protests by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh ... read..

Mamata free to go wherever she pleases, says NCPI MP Jagadish Barma Basunia

Kolkata (West Bengal) | October 8, 2026 9:01:57 PM IST

Nationalist Citizens Party of India (NCPI) MP Jagadish Chandra Barma Basunia on Thursday dismissed Mamata Banerjees recent visit to the national capital, emphasising that the rebel faction remains unfazed by her administrative or political movements. ... read..

"Political statements, not based on facts": Tamil Nadu Health Minister hits back at Kanimozhi's medicine shortage claim

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | October 8, 2026 9:01:55 PM IST

Tamil Nadu Health Minister Arunraj refuted DMK MP Kanimozhi's allegations regarding medicine shortages in government hospitals. ... read..

"Rs 2,500 per farmer wont resolve their issues": JDS's Nikhil Kumaraswamy on aid to drought-hit farmers in Karnataka

Hassan (Karnataka) | October 8, 2026 9:01:53 PM IST

Janata Dal (Secular) leader Nikhil Kumaraswamy on Thursday criticised the Karnataka government over the assistance announced for farmers affected by drought, saying the Rs 2,500 aid per farmer would not resolve their issues. ... read..

IIT BHU scientists develop novel green light-activated technology to fight bacterial infections

Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh) | October 8, 2026 9:01:51 PM IST

In a significant achievement, scientists at the Indian Institute of Technology, Varanasi (BHU) published their research on an innovative light-activated antibacterial technology in Communications Chemistry, a prestigious international journal of the globa ... read..

"Welcome to India Elon" Rahul Gandhi responds to Musk's claim that Starlink licenses in India remain elusive

New Delhi | October 8, 2026 9:01:47 PM IST

Lok Sabha LoP Rahul Gandhi has joined the ongoing conversation on X where Space X CEO Elon Musk alleged that despite complying with all Indian laws his satellite communications company had not got commercial operation licenses. ... read..

NTPC concludes electron quiz 202627; teams from IIT Madras take top honours

Noida (Uttar Pradesh) | October 8, 2026 9:01:45 PM IST

NTPC, India's largest integrated power utility, on Thursday concluded its flagship Electron Quiz 2026-27, with an IIT Madras team emerging as the national champion in the competition aimed at encouraging curiosity, learning and fresh thinking among young ... read..

"Single largest disenfranchisement exercise on earth": Revanth Reddy slams SIR, demands BJP "sack" CEC

New Delhi | October 8, 2026 9:01:43 PM IST

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy on Thursday claimed that the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls could become "the single largest disenfranchisement exercise on planet earth," and demanded that the BJP remove Chief Election Commis ... read..

Karnataka: All seven taluks in Koppal declared drought-affected; Parameshwara chairs review meeting

Koppal (Karnataka) | October 8, 2026 9:01:42 PM IST

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister G Parameshwara on Thursday chaired a progress review meeting at the Koppal Deputy Commissioners Office on the drought situation in Koppal and Raichur districts. ... read..

"Will continue to fight untill CEC Gyanesh Kumar resigns": Congress

New Delhi | October 8, 2026 8:31:09 PM IST

After the INDIA bloc leaders paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at Raj Ghat, Congress MP Pawan Khera on Thursday affirmed that the opposition will continue their satyagraha against CEC Gyanesh Kumar in a "non-violent manner" till he resigns from the post. ... read..

Juvenile held after reckless driving kills 45-year-old pedestrian in Delhi's Kishangarh

New Delhi | October 8, 2026 8:31:07 PM IST

Officers from the South District Police have apprehended a 17-year-old minor following a major multi-vehicle collision near Kishangarh late Sunday evening, which resulted in the death of a pedestrian. ... read..

Anti-cancer drug prices may fall by up to 70% as govt plans trade margin cap

By Shalini Bhardwaj New Delhi | October 8, 2026 8:31:01 PM IST

Prices of anti-cancer drugs may fall by up to 70 per cent as the government is moving to cap trade margins at 30 per cent of the Maximum Retail Price (MRP) for non-scheduled anti-cancer medicines, according to official sources. ... read..

"Congress creating anarchy in name of SIR:" Karnataka BJP President BY Vijayendra

Bagalkote (Karnataka) | October 8, 2026 8:30:57 PM IST

Karnataka BJP President BY Vijayendra on Thursday targeted the Congress over the INDIA bloc protest, asserting that Congress leaders cannot tolerate Prime Minister Narendra Modi's popularity and alleging that party leaders are conspiring to create anarchy ... read..

CM Pushkar Singh Dhami attends 7th CII Uttarakhand Industrial Summit and Expo-2026 in Haridwar

Haridwar (Uttarakhand) | October 8, 2026 8:30:53 PM IST

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Thursday attended the 7th Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) Uttarakhand Industrial Summit and Expo-2026 in Haridwar. ... read..

"Will protect right of vote till our last drop of blood": MP Congress stages protest march against CEC

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) | October 8, 2026 8:02:01 PM IST

Madhya Pradesh Congress leaders and workers on Thursday staged a protest march in Bhopal against the alleged misbehaviour with Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra and INDIA bloc MPs during their protest against the Electi ... read..

Air India, Air India Express revise fuel surcharges; Akasa Air introduces levy amid rising ATF prices

New Delhi | October 8, 2026 8:01:51 PM IST

Air India and Air India Express have revised fuel surcharges on domestic and international one-way flights amid rising aviation fuel prices, with the revised charges coming into effect from October 9. ... read..

Discussions held to provide better facilities to citizens: Delhi CM Rekha Gupta on 57th GST Council Meeting

New Delhi | October 8, 2026 8:01:49 PM IST

Following the conclusion of the 57th GST Council meeting in the national capital, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Thursday said that the discussions focused on providing enhanced facilities to citizens and improving the GST framework. ... read..

"Why can't ECI meet opposition MPs?": Abhishek Banerjee pays tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at Raj Ghat alongwith INDIA bloc MPs

New Delhi | October 8, 2026 8:01:39 PM IST

Trinamool Congress MP Abhishek Banerjee, who joined the INDIA bloc protest on Thursday, questioned the Election Commission, demanding a meeting between the opposition leaders and the poll body. ... read..

J-K: Hailstorm accompanied by rain, gusty winds lash parts of Bandipora

Bandipora (Jammu and Kashmir) | October 8, 2026 8:01:36 PM IST

A hailstorm accompanied by rain and gusty winds lashed parts of the Bandipora district of Jammu and Kashmir on Thursday, amid a sudden change of weather, damaging standing crops and raising concerns among farmers over significant losses. ... read..

"Uttarakhand farmers do Rs 17.5 crore business with ITBP under procurement model": Minister Saurabh Bahuguna

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | October 8, 2026 8:01:33 PM IST

Uttarakhand Animal Husbandry Minister Saurabh Bahuguna on Thursday said the state governments partnership with the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) has provided livestock, fisheries and poultry farmers in remote and border areas with a ready market, wit ... read..

"One of most powerful agitations": Venugopal accuses PM Modi, Amit Shah of finishing democracy amid INDIA bloc campaign against CEC

New Delhi | October 8, 2026 8:01:27 PM IST

Congress General Secretary and MP KC Venugopal on Thursday accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah of "finishing" democracy through Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, as the INDIA bloc intensified its campaign demand ... read..

"Manufacture here": Bihar CM urges entrepreneurs to boost local production

Patna (Bihar) | October 8, 2026 8:01:23 PM IST

Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary on Thursday said the state government has introduced the Bihar Purchase Preference Policy to promote manufacturing in the state and encourage entrepreneurs to produce goods locally. ... read..

INDIA Bloc leaders pay tribute to Mahatama Gandhi at Raj Ghat, continue demand for CEC's resignation

New Delhi | October 8, 2026 7:31:35 PM IST

Following two days of intense protests in the national capital, INDIA bloc leaders, including Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, Lok Sabha LoP Rahul Gandhi, and MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at Raj Ghat on Thursday, as leade ... read..

"Vande Mataram is soul of country": BJP MP Sadanandan backs Keralam Governor

Thiruvananthapuram (Keralam) | October 8, 2026 7:31:29 PM IST

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP C Sadanandan Master on Thursday backed Keralam Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar's remarks on the protest against a seminar marking the 150th anniversary of Vande Mataram, asserting that the national song is the "soul" o ... read..

MoS Pabitra Margherita inaugurates Grainage Building and Cold Storage Facility at CSB-Silk Worm Seed Production Centre in Jorhat

Jorhat (Assam) | October 8, 2026 7:31:27 PM IST

In a significant step towards modernising sericulture infrastructure and strengthening rural livelihoods in the North-Eastern Region, Union Minister of State for External Affairs and Textiles, Pabitra Margherita, on Thursday inaugurated the newly construc ... read..

"Examining old case involving CEC Gyanesh Kumar": Keralam Vigilance Director Manoj Abraham

Kochi (Keralam) | October 8, 2026 7:31:22 PM IST

Keralam Vigilance Director Manoj Abraham on Thursday said the department was examining an old case involving Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and would take a decision on the matter in about a week. ... read..

Gujarat CM inaugurates first Chintan Shibir of Roads and Buildings Dept with theme Gati-Gunvatta -Gaurav accelerating infrastructure for Viksit Gujarat 2047

Gandhinagar (Gujarat) | October 8, 2026 7:02:35 PM IST

Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel said collective efforts and deliberation are important to maintain quality and further strengthen Gujarats road and infrastructure facilities. ... read..

Assam: Raijor Dals Akhil Gogoi continues indefinite satyagraha, demands Rs 10 lakh flood compensation

Guwahati (Assam) | October 8, 2026 7:02:30 PM IST

Raijor Dal MLA Akhil Gogoi on Thursday demanded Rs 10 lakh compensation for each family affected by floods and devastation in Assam, while asserting that his indefinite Satyagraha would continue until the state government provides the compensation and rel ... read..

"Dont ignore those trained to protect our forests": Mehbooba Mufti urges J-K govt to review Forest Dept recruitment criteria

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) | October 8, 2026 7:02:20 PM IST

Peoples Democratic Party chief Mehbooba Mufti on Thursday urged the Jammu and Kashmir government to review the eligibility criteria for Forester and Range Officer recruitment, backing BSc Forestry students who have been protesting over recognition of thei ... read..

Himachal Pradesh HC quashes govt nominations to Solan Marketing Federation, orders fresh election

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | October 8, 2026 7:02:12 PM IST

In a major setback to the Himachal Pradesh government, the High Court of Himachal Pradesh has quashed the nomination of three non-official directors to the Board of Directors of The Solan District Cooperative Marketing and Consumers Federation Ltd., on Th ... read..

Himachal CM Sukhu releases Rs 15.75 crore for infrastructure works in Shimla district

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | October 8, 2026 7:02:10 PM IST

Himachal Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu has released Rs 15.75 crore for various development works in Bhatwari of Rohru Assembly constituency in Shimla district and Kasha-Pat of Rampur Assembly constituency as part of his commitments made to childre ... read..

"His passing away is a huge loss for country and world of cinema": BJP MP Tarun Chugh mourns Nana Patekar's death

General News | October 8, 2026 7:02:08 PM IST

BJP MP Tarun Chugh on Thursday expressed grief over the demise of veteran actor Nana Patekar, describing his death as a huge loss for the country and the world of cinema. ... read..

Akhilesh Yadav to pay tribute to late Ram Govind Chaudhary during Ballia visit on Oct 9

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | October 8, 2026 7:02:06 PM IST

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav will visit Ballia and Deoria on October 9 to pay tribute to two deceased party leaders, Ram Govind Chaudhary and Suresh Yadav, and offer condolences to their families. ... read..

Wings of Equality: How women transformed IAF into modern operational powerhouse in 94 years

By Siddhant Garud New Delhi | October 8, 2026 7:02:04 PM IST

Gender parity in the Indian Armed Forces has evolved from historical origins, such as the Rani of Jhansi Regiment in the Indian National Army (INA) and the establishment of the Military Nursing Service (MNS) in the 1800s, into a comprehensive operational ... read..

"GST is always very useful for state like West Bengal": Finance Minister Swapan Dasgupta after 57th GST Council meet

New Delhi | October 8, 2026 6:31:51 PM IST

West Bengal Finance Minister Swapan Dasgupta, at the 57th GST Council meeting on Thursday, said GST is 'always very useful for a state like West Bengal, as much of its revenue accrues through the tax. ... read..

Nothing can be worse: Punjab Congress chief Pargat Singh on CBI raid at CM Manns camp office

Amritsar (Punjab) | October 8, 2026 6:31:45 PM IST

Following the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) raid at Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann's camp office in Chandigarh, Congress chief Pargat Singh on Wednesday said the situation in the state had deteriorated to such an extent that a central agency ... read..

BJP calls Congress protest against SIR unconstitutional, questions Sukhus opposition to EC

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | October 8, 2026 6:31:41 PM IST

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MLA and Himachal Pradesh chief spokesperson Randhir Sharma on Thursday termed the Congress-led protests against the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls unconstitutional, saying the exercise is a constitutiona ... read..

CPIM protests in Shimla over detention of Opposition leaders, demands halt to SIR

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | October 8, 2026 6:31:39 PM IST

Joining the nationwide protest call by the INDIA bloc and Left parties, the Communist Party of India (Marxist) held a demonstration in Shimla on Thursday against the detention of opposition leaders who attempted to march towards the Election Commission of ... read..

HP High Court directs revised pay scale for 58 health educators from October 2012

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | October 8, 2026 6:31:32 PM IST

The Himachal Pradesh High Court has directed the state government to grant revised pay scales to 58 Health Educators of the Health Department with effect from October 1, 2012, holding that their higher promotional post could not be placed at a pay structu ... read..

Prashant Kishor calls for reforms in Election Commission, says "Gyanesh Kumar should step down"

Darbhanga (Bihar) | October 8, 2026 6:31:28 PM IST

Jan Suraaj founder Prashant Kishor on Thursday called for reforms in the Election Commission of India, including changes to how Election Commissioners are appointed, and said Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar should step down. ... read..

MP: Massive fire breaks out in Bhopals New market, several shop gutted

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) | October 8, 2026 6:01:28 PM IST

A massive fire broke out in the New Market area of Bhopal on Thursday afternoon in which several shops were affected, prompting the authorities to launch a firefighting operation to douse off the flames. ... read..

PM has given guidance to democratise technology: Ashwini Vaishnaw

New Delhi | October 8, 2026 6:01:24 PM IST

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, on Thursday, said that the wider use of AI across sectors such as agriculture, healthcare and education would bring greater benefits to society and said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has directed that technology be dem ... read..

"Congress vs people of India": BJP's Pradeep Bhandari lashes out at Rahul Gandhi over protest against CEC

New Delhi | October 8, 2026 6:01:22 PM IST

BJP spokesperson Pradeep Bhandari on Thursday lashed out at the Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, and the Congress as the oppositions protest against CEC Gyanesh Kumar over the alleged irregularities in the Special Intensive Revision ( ... read..

Supreme Court questions Jharkhand rule allowing DGP appointment despite less than 6 months service

New Delhi | October 8, 2026 5:31:59 PM IST

The Supreme Court on Thursday questioned the legality of a Jharkhand rule that permits an officer with less than six months of service remaining before superannuation to be considered for appointment as DGP, observing that the provision prima facie runs c ... read..

Youth to contribute to transforming India into Viksit Bharat: Nitin Nabin

Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh) | October 8, 2026 5:31:55 PM IST

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) National President Nitin Nabin on Thursday addressed the Yuva Samvad programme held in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, and said that todays generation is the agent of change and that it is important to listen to its voice. ... read..

"Voice that emerged 50 years ago": CM Yogi pays tribute to Ram Vilas Paswan on his death anniversary

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | October 8, 2026 5:31:57 PM IST

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday paid tribute to former Union Minister and Lok Janshakti Party founder Ram Vilas Paswan on his death anniversary and said his son Chirag Paswan was carrying forward his mission. ... read..

NHRC takes suo motu cognisance of alleged sexual harassment of three women journalists during October 3 protest

New Delhi | October 8, 2026 5:31:41 PM IST

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has taken suo motu cognisance of a media report that three women journalists were allegedly subjected to sexual harassment by Delhi Police personnel during a protest at Jantar Mantar, New Delhi, on October 3. ... read..

"Democracy should work under Constitution": Murli Manohar Joshi stresses fair polls, accountable governments

New Delhi | October 8, 2026 5:31:39 PM IST

Amid the Opposition's demand for Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar's resignation, former BJP national president Murli Manohar Joshi said democracy can survive when elections are fair, governments are accountable, bureaucracy is transparent, and th ... read..

"First deny permission, then register FIRs": IYC Legal Cell Chairman alleges Delhi Police high-handedness nexus behind restrictions on protests

New Delhi | October 8, 2026 5:31:38 PM IST

Alleging a nexus behind the denial of permission for protests and subsequent registration of FIRs against Opposition leaders, India Youth Congress (IYC) Legal Cell national chairman Advocate Roopesh Singh Bhadauria on Thursday accused the Delhi Police o ... read..

Court extends Judicial custody of three accused for 14 days in Astha Kunj Gang rape case

New Delhi | October 8, 2026 5:31:32 PM IST

The Saket court on Thursday extended the judicial custody of three accused arrested in the Astha Kunj Park gang rape case. Delhi Police arrested three accused, namely Hemant, Mukesh and Asif, in a POCSO case. ... read..

"First time such evidence found against sitting CM, truth should come out": Sachin Pilot on CBI case against Bhagwant Mann's OSD

Amritsar (Punjab) | October 8, 2026 5:31:28 PM IST

Punjab Congress in-charge Sachin Pilot on Thursday said that truth should come forward after the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) conducted searches at House Number 50 in Chandigarh's Sector 2 area in connection with a corruption case involving Pun ... read..

"He was truly unique figure in realm of acting": Uttarakhand CM Dhami mourns Nana Patekar's death

Haridwar (Uttarakhand) | October 8, 2026 5:31:26 PM IST

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Thursday mourned the demise of veteran actor Nana Patekar, recalling his personal interaction with the actor and describing him as a "truly unique figure" in the world of acting. ... read..

Telangana woman alleges husband forcibly recruited into Russian Army, seeks Centres help

Rajanna Sircilla (Telangana) | October 8, 2026 5:31:24 PM IST

A woman from Telangana's Rajanna-Sircilla district has alleged that her husband was cheated by a job agent and forcibly recruited into the Russian Army before being deployed to the war zone near the Ukraine border. ... read..

Karnataka to leverage Bhashini AI to deliver citizen services in local languages: Minister Priyank Kharge

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | October 8, 2026 5:02:26 PM IST

The Karnataka government will leverage Bhashini, the AI-powered language technology platform, to make digital governance and citizen services more accessible in local languages and dialects, State Information Technology, Biotechnology and e-Governance Min ... read..

JD(S) Youth Wing president Nikhil Kumaraswamy hits out at Karnataka govt over alleged sting operations inside Vidhana Soudha

Hassan (Karnataka) | October 8, 2026 5:02:22 PM IST

JD(S) Youth Wing state president Nikhil Kumaraswamy on Wednesday hit out at the Karnataka government over the alleged sting operations inside Vidhana Soudha, questioning why ministers were cautioning against such operations and saying that "something is g ... read..

Principal District Judge transfers UAPA case connected with Shahbaz Ansari, Rehan Ansari, Deepak Khatri after recusal by judge

New Delhi | October 8, 2026 5:02:08 PM IST

The Principal District and Sessions Judge (PDSJ) on Thursday transferred the UAPA case connected with absconding accused Shahbaz Ansari and Rehan Ansari after the earlier judge recused herself from hearing. ... read..

Namo Book Fest in Varanasi marks PM Modis 25 years in service, showcases journey from CM to PM

Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh) | October 8, 2026 5:02:06 PM IST

Union Minister Jitendra Singh on Thursday visited the Namo Book Festival Kashi Edition at the Rudraksh International Cooperation and Convention Centre in Varanasi, where more than 500 books on Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his policies and public life ... read..

"We are partners in ecosystem": Jyotiraditya Scindia stresses govt-industry partnership at IMC 2026

New Delhi | October 8, 2026 5:01:58 PM IST

Union Minister for Communications Jyotiraditya Scindia on Thursday said the government has moved from the role of a regulator to that of a facilitator and must work as a partner with all stakeholders across the telecom ecosystem. ... read..

NCRTC signs MoU with IGNCA to bring art, culture and heritage to Namo Bharat stations

New Delhi | October 8, 2026 5:01:47 PM IST

A journey on Namo Bharat may soon offer commuters a glimpse into Indian history and culture. NCRTC signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA) to bring art, culture and heritage closer to people t ... read..

CISF personnel complete 12-week 'Cybersecurity and Incident Response Training' at NFSU, Delhi

New Delhi | October 8, 2026 5:01:41 PM IST

A 12-week specialised training programme on Cybersecurity and Incident Response for Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) personnel concluded today on Thursday at the Lok Nayak Jayaprakash Narayan National Institute of Criminology and Forensic Scienc ... read..

Karnataka Deputy CM Parameshwara interacts with farmers after visiting drought-affected fields in Sindhanur Taluk

Raichur (Karnataka) | October 8, 2026 5:01:35 PM IST

Karnataka is facing a severe drought, with crops cultivated by farmers being completely destroyed and leaving them in deep distress. Protecting farmers is our Governments first priority, and if necessary, we are prepared even to borrow funds to support t ... read..

"Will be brought to justice": INDIA bloc MPs head to Raj Ghat as agitation against CEC continues

New Delhi | October 8, 2026 4:32:10 PM IST

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge on Thursday announced that the INDIA bloc MPs will stage a peaceful sit-in protest against CEC Gyanesh Kumar at Gandhi Smarak in Delhi amid the ongoing row over the alleged irregularities in the Special Intensive Revi ... read..

"Wrongful influence" misleading youth, says Delhi Police DCP; urges protesters to weigh legal consequences

New Delhi | October 8, 2026 4:31:46 PM IST

With protests erupting in the national capital against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, Delhi Police DCP Shrishti Pandey on Thursday said "some form of wrongful influence" is leading the younger generation astray, and urged protesters to conside ... read..

Ahmedabad Crime Branch arrests suspect in Punjabi influencer Mad Sandhu's murder

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) | October 8, 2026 5:31:53 PM IST

The Ahmedabad Crime Branch on Thursday arrested an accused in connection with the killing of social media influencer Mad Sandhu in Punjab on October 3. ... read..

24-week clinical trial finds no evidence of liver or kidney injury with standardised ashwagandha root extract

New Delhi | October 8, 2026 4:02:10 PM IST

A large multicentre clinical study published recently in Frontiers in Medicine has found that daily administration of a standardised Ashwagandha root extract for 24 weeks was well tolerated, with no evidence of treatment-related liver or kidney injury. ... read..

Congress holds 'black day' protest in Shimla over detention of Rahul Gandhi

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | October 8, 2026 4:02:07 PM IST

The Congress party on Thursday held a protest in Shimla as part of its nationwide Black Day observance against the detention of Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi and other opposition leaders during a demonstration in New Delhi. ... read..

Union Minister Nadda launches JOSH teams to accelerate youth-led TB elimination efforts

New Delhi | October 8, 2026 4:01:48 PM IST

Union Minister for Health and Family Welfare, Jagat Prakash Nadda on Thursday launched JOSH (Joint Squad for Health) Teams under the TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan at a national event held at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, marking a significant step towards strengt ... read..

Former judges, retired constitutional office-holders urge people to defend institutions, warn against campaign targeting ECI

New Delhi | October 8, 2026 4:01:44 PM IST

A group of former judges and retired holders of constitutional offices has issued an open letter urging political parties, the media and citizens to defend Indias constitutional institutions, while expressing concern over what they described as a sustain ... read..

Police personnel on duty during Wednesday's opposition protest detail being subject to physical assault by cadres

New Delhi | October 8, 2026 3:31:47 PM IST

Several Delhi police personnel have come forward to narrate incidents of being subject to alleged physical assault whil attempting to ensure law and order and enforce Section 163 restrictions during the Congress led protests against the CEC on Wednesday. ... read..

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