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"We are in era of fifth-generation warfare": Rajnath Singh highlights Indias growing defence capabilities

New Delhi | September 27, 2026 2:29:42 PM IST

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday said that India is strengthening its military capabilities across multiple domains and the government has brought groundbreaking and structural reforms to give defence manufacturing a huge push. ... read..

"Congress should control these irresponsible childish antics of theirs": UP CM Yogi Adityanath on SIR row

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | September 27, 2026 2:29:37 PM IST

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday launched a sharp attack on the Congress and its allied opposition parties over their protests against the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise, accusing them of repeatedly attempting to weaken In ... read..

"First time in history of India": Nationwide Sunday bank openings help customers clear transactions ahead of 3-day closure

Siliguri (West Bengal) | September 27, 2026 2:29:33 PM IST

Banks across India remained open on Sunday in a special operational arrangement to help customers complete urgent transactions ahead of a three-day nationwide strike from September 28 to 30, with Bank Employees Federation Vice President for West Bengal Sh ... read..

"No farmer will be left out": Fadnavis on drought relief measures after Maharashtra declares 265 talukas drought-hit

Nagpur (Maharashtra) | September 27, 2026 2:29:31 PM IST

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Sunday said that the state government will ensure timely assistance to farmers after declaring 265 talukas as drought-affected, adding that all necessary measures under drought relief provisions have been in ... read..

"Samik Bhattacharya openly acknowledged CEC Gyanesh Kumar's support to BJP": Congress' Motha Rohit amid SIR row

Hyderabad (Telangana) | September 27, 2026 2:00:31 PM IST

Amid opposition demands for the removal of Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar over concerns surrounding the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) drive, Telangana Congress leader Motha Rohit on Sunday alleged that West Bengal BJP president Samik B ... read..

UP Deputy CM Keshav Prasad Maurya asks Rahul, Akhilesh, Mamata to apologise over SIR remarks after EC clarification

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | September 27, 2026 2:00:29 PM IST

Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya on Sunday hit out at Opposition leaders, including Rahul Gandhi, Akhilesh Yadav and Mamata Banerjee, over their remarks on the Election Commission (EC) and the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exerc ... read..

Uttarakhand: Badrinath-Rishikesh Highway blocked due to heavy rain

Pauri Garhwal (Uttarakhand) | September 27, 2026 2:00:24 PM IST

Heavy rainfall over the past two days has disrupted normal life across the hill areas of Uttarakhand as falling rocks and debris blocked the Badrinath-Rishikesh National Highway on Sunday morning. ... read..

Rahul Gandhi, Oppn hiding electoral defeat with baseless allegations: BJP's Anurag Thakur amid SIR row

Palampur (Himachal Pradesh) | September 27, 2026 2:00:22 PM IST

BJP MP Anurag Thakur on Sunday hit out at Congress leader Rahul Gandhi over his allegations against Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar, saying the Election Commission's (EC) detailed clarification had made the matter clear. ... read..

Tamil Nadu: Families, local residents pay tribute to 41 victims on first anniversary of Karur stampede

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 27, 2026 2:00:21 PM IST

A year after the Karur stampede tragedy, the first anniversary of the incident was observed across the district on Sunday, with families, supporters, and local residents gathering at memorial events to pay tribute to the 41 victims. ... read..

"No vote theft; Rahul Gandhi's mind has been stolen": CM Fadnavis hits back at Congress leader over SIR row

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | September 27, 2026 2:00:17 PM IST

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Sunday launched a sharp attack on Congress leader Rahul Gandhi over his allegations against the Election Commission, alleging that Gandhi's strategy was to create doubts about constitutional institutions and ... read..

"If you want peace, prepare for war": Rajnath Singh says India's "preparation in defence is complete and strong"

New Delhi | September 27, 2026 1:30:03 PM IST

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday said that preparation in the field of defence is both "complete and strong", quoting the principle that "if you want peace, prepare for war". He asserted that the country is building capabilities to ensure a credib ... read..

PM Modi highlights Census 2027 progress in 'Mann Ki Baat', says data of "more than 32 crore families recorded"

New Delhi | September 27, 2026 1:29:56 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said the first phase of the nationwide Census 2027 has almost been completed across all states and Union Territories, with information on more than 32 crore families recorded so far, and described the census as a "n ... read..

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay to launch 'Thaai Maaman Thanga Mothiram Thittam' scheme in Madurai on Sept 28

New Delhi | September 27, 2026 1:00:10 PM IST

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Joseph Vijay is set to launch the state government's one-gram gold ring scheme for newborns, titled the 'Thaai Maaman Thanga Mothiram Thittam' (Maternal Uncle Gold Ring Scheme), at a government hospital in Madurai on Monday (Sept ... read..

"Jinnahs born again, Owaisi one of them": Giriraj Singh slams opposition amid SIR row

Nagpur (Maharashtra) | September 27, 2026 1:00:08 PM IST

Amid the ongoing controversy over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) drive and the upcoming INDIA bloc meeting, Union Textiles Minister Giriraj Singh on Sunday launched a scathing attack on leaders in the opposition, including AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owai ... read..

KTR alleges unholy nexus between Congress and BJP, questions silence over ED searches linked to Telangana Minister Ponguleti

Hyderabad (Telangana) | September 27, 2026 1:00:05 PM IST

BRS working president KT Rama Rao (KTR) alleged an "unholy nexus" between Congress and BJP, questioning the silence of central agencies over the outcome of Enforcement Directorate (ED) raids conducted against Telangana minister Pongulet Srinivas Reddy two ... read..

PM Modi highlights Modhera's 1,000-year journey from temple legacy to India's first 24x7 solar village in 'Mann Ki Baat'

New Delhi | September 27, 2026 1:00:03 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday highlighted the thousand-year history of Gujarat's Modhera Sun Temple, recalling its destruction during invasions and its subsequent reconstruction, while also highlighting the village's transformation into India's f ... read..

Ministry of Tourism organises a cleanliness drive at Safdarjungs Tomb on World Tourism Day

New Delhi | September 27, 2026 12:30:22 PM IST

The Ministry of Tourism on Sunday organised a cleanliness drive at Safdarjungs Tomb on World Tourism Day, as part of the ongoing 'Swachhata Hi Seva 2026' campaign. ... read..

Bihar: Congress MLA warns of 4.5 lakh cusecs Gandak surge amid torrential rainfall in Nepal; low-lying residents evacuated

West Champaran (Bihar) | September 27, 2026 12:30:18 PM IST

Amid rising water levels in the Gandak River, Congress MLA Surendra Prasad Kushwaha on Sunday warned that the discharge rate of the Gandak is expected to reach 450,000 cusecs by 10 pm due to torrential rainfall in Nepal, assuring that evacuation measures ... read..

BJP National President arrives in Kolkata for two-day organisational visit, joins West Bengal leaders for 'Mann Ki Baat'

Kolkata (West Bengal) | September 27, 2026 12:30:13 PM IST

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) National President Nitin Nabin arrived in West Bengal on Sunday for a two-day organisational visit and was received by West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari at the Kolkata Airport. ... read..

India ready to strike against terrorism: Rajnath Singh's strong message to Pakistan, says "will not compromise on security"

New Delhi | September 27, 2026 12:30:12 PM IST

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday sent a strong message to Pakistan, saying India remains fully prepared to carry out any kind of strike against terrorism if the neighbouring country continues its "state policy of terrorism". He further asserted th ... read..

"Cleanliness most beautiful tribute to Bapu": PM Modi in 'Mann Ki Baat', urges public participation ahead of Gandhi Jayanti

New Delhi | September 27, 2026 12:30:08 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday urged people to actively participate in cleanliness initiatives and said collective efforts by citizens can turn individual actions into a larger public movement, describing cleanliness as the most beautiful tribute ... read..

Tamil Nadu: Hindu community celebrates Arakasu Amman-Kanduri Festival in Ramanathapuram

Ramanathapuram (Tamil Nadu) | September 27, 2026 11:59:59 AM IST

Members of the Hindu community in Pillaiyarkulam village in Ramanathapuram district have gathered to celebrate the Arakasu Amman Muslim Kanduri Equality Festival during the Tamil month of Purattasi, continuing a century-old tradition of interfaith harmony ... read..

"Illegal possession": Congress-AAP spar in Punjab over alleged occupancy of ministerial bungalows by AAP leaders

Amritsar (Punjab) | September 27, 2026 11:59:57 AM IST

A war of words has erupted between Congress and the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) in Punjab, with Congress MLA Sukhpal Singh Khaira calling into question why non-Punjabi AAP leaders are being allowed to stay in the official residences of state ministers while n ... read..

"Delayed visit led to deaths": DMK's Elangovan slams Vijay, questions progress in Karur stampede probe

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 27, 2026 11:59:55 AM IST

On the first anniversary of the Karur stampede that claimed 41 lives, DMK spokesperson TKS Elangovan on Sunday questioned the progress of the CBI investigation into the tragedy and alleged that Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) ... read..

PM Modi recalls 2016 surgical strikes on terror launchpads, says India has displayed firm resolve against terrorism

New Delhi | September 27, 2026 11:59:53 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday recalled the surgical strikes carried out by Indian Army on terror launch pads across LoC in 2016 and said India has made it clear that terrorism will be met with a strong and decisive response. ... read..

Punjab: Two arrested in Amritsar over pro-Khalistan slogans, police allege US link

Amritsar (Punjab) | September 27, 2026 11:29:49 AM IST

Two persons were arrested during the intervening night of September 25 and 26 by Amritsar Police for allegedly supporting pro-Khalistan slogans and in connection with "Referendum 2020" written at Hall Road and Bhandari Bridge, Deputy Commissioner of Polic ... read..

"Who has first right over water, farmers or data centres?": Pawan Khera questions Maharashtra govt

New Delhi | September 27, 2026 11:29:47 AM IST

Congress Rajya Sabha MP Pawan Khera has questioned the Maharashtra government's plans to expand the state's data-centre infrastructure amid the declaration of drought in 265 of its 358 talukas, raising concerns over the allocation of water resources among ... read..

Punjab: Protests erupt in Phagwara over alleged rape of student; protesters block Chandigarh-Amritsar highway

Phagwara (Punjab) | September 27, 2026 11:29:44 AM IST

Massive student protests erupted in Punjabs Phagwara area on early Sunday morning after news spread on social media regarding the alleged rape of a university student within the campus premises. ... read..

"Wound that does not heal, pain that does not fade": Vijay pays tribute to Karur stampede victims on first anniversary

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 27, 2026 10:59:27 AM IST

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay on Sunday paid tribute to all those who died in last year's Karur stampede, a tragedy that claimed 41 lives and left an enduring emotional scar on the state. ... read..

Apologise to EC for lying or be called out as frauds: Keralam BJP chief Rajeev Chandrasekhar, CM Satheesan spar over Rahul Gandhi's remarks

Thiruvananthapuram (Keralam) | September 27, 2026 10:31:08 AM IST

Keralam Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) president Rajeev Chandrasekhar on Sunday responded to Chief Minister VD Satheesan's criticism over the former's remarks against Leader of Opposition (LoP) Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi, saying he was compelled to make persona ... read..

Anyone can write anything on social media, a good person can be subjected to smear campaign: Keralam CM

Thrissur (Keralam) | September 27, 2026 10:31:06 AM IST

Keralam Chief Minister VD Satheesan has pitched for greater accountability of social media, saying that even a good person can be subjected to a smear campaign and that the mainstream media should not stoop to the level of social media. ... read..

Varanasi on top of Uttar Pradesh Health Ranking Dashboard for August

Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh) | September 27, 2026 10:31:04 AM IST

Varanasi is placed on the top in August rankings of Uttar Pradesh Health Rankings Dashboard with officials stating that the district has seen improvements due to continuous monitoring of health services and coordinated efforts of health workers. ... read..

Over 7,000 participate in Kauvery Hospitals heart health marathon in Tiruchirappalli ahead of World Heart Day

Tiruchirappalli (Tamil Nadu) | September 27, 2026 10:00:20 AM IST

Ahead of World Heart Day on September 29, more than 7,000 people, including children, youngsters and senior citizens, participated in the 11th edition of Kauvery Hospital's Heart Health Awareness Marathon in Tiruchirappalli on Sunday. ... read..

Rajasthan's DNA linked more closely to MP, Gujarat: Study

Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh) | September 27, 2026 10:00:18 AM IST

The genetic makeup of the people of Rajasthan is linked far more closely to the populations of Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat, according to findings presented by Professor Gyaneshwar Chaubey, a geneticist at Banaras Hindu University. ... read..

"Indias tourism sector witnessing renewed momentum": Rajnath Singh on World Tourism Day

New Delhi | September 27, 2026 10:00:16 AM IST

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh extended his greetings to the people on World Tourism Day and said India's tourism sector was witnessing renewed momentum, with greater emphasis on connectivity, world-class infrastructure and heritage conservation while sho ... read..

"Almost like cloudburst": Torrential rains leave four dead in UP; Ravi Kishan inspects waterlogged streets in Gorakhpur

Gorakhpur (Uttar Pradesh) | September 27, 2026 10:00:13 AM IST

Heavy downpours lashed several parts of Uttar Pradesh, causing severe urban flooding, disrupting normal life and resulting in at least four weather-related fatalities. ... read..

Rajasthan's DNA linked more closely to MP, Gujarat than Pakistan: Study

Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh) | September 27, 2026 9:30:29 AM IST

The genetic makeup of the people of Rajasthan is linked far more closely to the populations of Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat than to those of Pakistan. ... read..

SIR row: Delhi Police debunk viral Jantar Mantar protest video as "old" footage

New Delhi | September 27, 2026 9:30:27 AM IST

As Election Commission of India (ECI) faces scrutiny over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) drive, the Delhi Police clarified that a video circulating on social media purportedly showing a massive protest at Jantar Mantar was "old" and "archived materi ... read..

Assam: Forest staff from 3 NE states attend capacity-enhancing training on Hoolock Gibbon conservation

Guwahati (Assam) | September 27, 2026 9:30:25 AM IST

A week-long residential training programme aimed at strengthening the capacity of frontline forest staff for Western Hoolock Gibbon (Hoolock hoolock) conservation concluded at the Gibbon Conservation Centre of Aaranyak, located in Hollongapar Gibbon Sanct ... read..

Important to keep party well organised for upcoming local body polls: West Bengal Minister Dilip Ghosh on Nitin Nabins visit today

Kolkata (West Bengal) | September 27, 2026 9:30:22 AM IST

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) president Nitin Nabin is set to visit West Bengal today (on Sunday) to review the overall functioning of the party in view of the upcoming panchayat and municipal corporation elections, state minister Dilip Ghosh said on Sunda ... read..

Young leaders need to be roped in large numbers for Congress Mission Repeat in 2027: Pratibha Singh

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | September 27, 2026 8:59:52 AM IST

Former Himachal Pradesh Congress Committee (HPCC) president Pratibha Singh emphasised that young leaders and workers must be given greater responsibilities and inducted into the party's organisational setup in large numbers to ensure the Congress repeats ... read..

Owaisi calls SIR "backdoor NRC", says voter list could be used for NRC implementation

Hyderabad (Telangana) | September 27, 2026 8:59:48 AM IST

AIMIM chief and Hyderabad MP Asaduddin Owaisi on Saturday alleged that the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls was a backdoor NRC, claiming that the exercise would eventually be used as a basis for implementing the National Register of C ... read..

Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi hands over appointment letters to 1,101 newly recruited officers

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) | September 27, 2026 6:29:53 AM IST

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Saturday handed over appointment letters to 1,101 newly recruited officers and employees across four key departments during the 'Nijukti Mela' (Rozgar Mela) held at Krushi Shiksha Sadan in Bhubaneswar. ... read..

Vice President CP Radhakrishnan to visit Keralam today

New Delhi | September 27, 2026 6:29:48 AM IST

Vice President CP Radhakrishnan will undertake a one-day visit to Keralam on Sunday. ... read..

Madhya Pradesh: CBN conducts anti-drug awareness programme for students under Mission Yuva Raksha for Nasha Mukt Bharat in Jaora

New Delhi | September 27, 2026 6:29:42 AM IST

The Central Bureau of Narcotics (CBN) conducted a series of significant anti-drug awareness programmes to raise awareness against illegal trafficking and possession of narcotic drugs under Mission Yuva Raksha during the past weeks. ... read..

"No confusion within ECI": BJP MP Naresh Bansal hit back at opposition over CEC row

New Delhi | September 27, 2026 5:30:17 AM IST

BJP MP Naresh Bansal on Saturday hit back at the opposition over the controversy demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar, saying that there is "no confusion" within the ECI and the opposition is merely creating a storm ... read..

Eknath Shinde demands Rahul Gandhi's apology, says "entire politics of INDIA alliance can only run on lies and fake narratives"

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | September 27, 2026 4:30:35 AM IST

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Saturday launched a sharp attack on Leader of the Opposition (LoP) in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi, demanding his apology for spreading fake news about internal differences in the Election Commission. ... read..

Rajani Patiladmits differences within HP Congress, says roadmap being prepared before 2027 polls

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | September 27, 2026 4:30:33 AM IST

All India Congress Committee (AICC) in-charge of Himachal Pradesh Rajani Patil on Saturday acknowledged differences within the party and between the organisation and the state government, saying the leadership was working on a roadmap to strengthen coordi ... read..

Priyanka Gandhi demands removal of legal safeguards provided to EC

New Delhi | September 27, 2026 4:00:23 AM IST

Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Saturday demanded removal of the legal safeguards provided to the Election Commissioner, alleging that such protections were "instituted by this government." ... read..

Rajasthan CM Bhajanlal Sharma offers prayers at Deepeshwar Mahadev Temple

Pratapgarh (Rajasthan) | September 27, 2026 3:30:07 AM IST

Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma visited Pratapgarh district on Saturday, where he offered prayers at the Deepeshwar Mahadev Temple. ... read..

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta inaugurates one of countrys largest automated vehicle testing stations in Burari

New Delhi | September 27, 2026 2:30:21 AM IST

As part of the Seva Sankalp campaign, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Saturday inaugurated a state-of-the-art Automated Testing Station (ATS) in Burari. ... read..

Gandhidham Municipality organises first Seva Setu programme in Gujarat's Kutch, CM Patel in attendance

Bhuj (Gujarat) | September 27, 2026 2:30:19 AM IST

As part of Seva Sankalp Abhiyan, the Gandhidham Municipality organised the first Seva Setu programme of a 12-phase initiative in Kutch district. ... read..

Over 300 She-Marts will be opened across Keralam, Tamil Nadu and Karnataka: Amit Shah

Kollam (Keralam) | September 27, 2026 2:00:52 AM IST

In line with Prime Minister Narendra Modis vision of 'Sahkar se Samriddhi', and as an important step towards strengthening the rural economy through cooperation and giving fresh impetus to women-led development, Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooper ... read..

MLA Kunal Ghosh alleges attack on car, eggs hurled while heading to Mamata Banerjee rally

Kolkata (West Bengal) | September 26, 2026 8:00:54 PM IST

Beleghata MLA and Mamata All India Trinamool Congress (Mamata TMC) leader Kunal Ghosh on Saturday alleged that eggs were hurled at his car and a group of people attacked the vehicle while he was travelling to Serampore in Hooghly district to attend a rall ... read..

Previous double-engine govt pushed Himachal into debt trap: CM Sukhu

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | September 26, 2026 7:31:04 PM IST

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Saturday addressed a large public meeting at Kansa Chowk in the Balh Assembly constituency of Mandi district and launched a scathing attack on the previous Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government. ... read..

"SIR order issued with unanimous approval": ECI issues clarification amid political row

New Delhi | September 26, 2026 7:30:59 PM IST

The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Saturday said all decisions related to the schedule of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls were taken with the "unanimous approval of the Commission", and clarified that a letter sent to the Ca ... read..

"Marriage does not advance childs age; personal law cannot override POCSO": Delhi HC

New Delhi | September 26, 2026 7:30:57 PM IST

The Delhi High Court has observed that marriage does not advance a childs age and a marriage claimed to be valid under Muslim personal law cannot provide immunity from prosecution under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act or the B ... read..

"Nefarious design to undermine constitution": BJP slams opposition criticism of Election Commission

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) | September 26, 2026 7:30:53 PM IST

BJP MP Sambit Patra on Saturday hit back at the opposition over the controversy demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar, alleging that Congress and other opposition parties had launched an aggressive attack on the El ... read..

Delhi Industries Minister Sirsa releases Compendium of Schemes for MSMEs & Startups covering 50+ Central and Delhi Govt schemes

New Delhi | September 26, 2026 7:01:19 PM IST

Delhi Government's Industries Department, on Saturday, organised Udyam Samvad 2026 at Delhi Sachivalaya, bringing together MSMEs, startups, entrepreneurs, Self Help Groups, industry associations and senior officials to discuss government support and opp ... read..

Decision on SIR schedule had unanimous approval, letter to Cabinet Secy was not related to policy matters: ECI clarifies

New Delhi | September 26, 2026 7:01:17 PM IST

The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Saturday said the schedule for the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) in 12 States and Union Territories was issued on October 27, 2025, while the schedule for 19 States and UTs was issued on May 14, 2026, with the ... read..

Invoking Article 142, SC orders reinstatement of former IAF woman officer whose husband died in MiG-21 jet crash

New Delhi | September 26, 2026 7:01:15 PM IST

Exercising its powers under Article 142 of the Constitution, the Supreme Court has ordered the reinstatement of a former Short Service Commissioned woman officer of the Indian Air Force who had left service in 2013 and later became a war widow after the d ... read..

Himachal CM dedicates 21 development projects worth Rs 136.25 cr in Mandi district

Mandi (Himachal Pradesh) | September 26, 2026 7:01:09 PM IST

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Saturday inaugurated and laid the foundation stones of 21 development projects worth Rs 136.25 crore in Mandi district during his one-day visit to the region. ... read..

PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti appeals for participation in Jantar Mantar protest on Sept 29 over voter list, religious sites issues

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) | September 26, 2026 7:01:05 PM IST

Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chief Mehbooba Mufti on Saturday appealed to people to participate in a protest scheduled to be held at Delhis Jantar Mantar on September 29, calling for raising voices to protect the countrys democratic and secular values ... read..

BJP state in-charges, co-in-charges to meet on September 29; Nitin Nabin to chair meeting

New Delhi | September 26, 2026 7:01:02 PM IST

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will hold a meeting of its state in-charges and co-in-charges on September 29, with BJP national president Nitin Nabin set to chair the meeting. ... read..

Jharkhand: Man dies in road accident in Ranchi, vehicle traced through CCTV footage, says Hatia DSP

Ranchi (Jharkhand) | September 26, 2026 6:32:09 PM IST

A man died in a road accident on Friday night in Ranchi, Jharkhand, following which the victim's family blocked a road demanding immediate compensation. ... read..

"Vanish Kumar must go": Mamata Banerjee renews demand for CEC's resignation amid SIR row

Hooghly (West Bengal) | September 26, 2026 6:31:43 PM IST

Former West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Saturday renewed her demand for the removal of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, whom she referred to as "Vanish Kumar," accusing him of "vanishing" voters' names from the rolls with SIR. ... read..

CM Chandrababu spends public money for publicity but not people: YSRCP

Tadepallli (Andhra Pradesh) | September 26, 2026 6:01:36 PM IST

YSRCP State spokesperson Putha Siva Shankar on Saturday said Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidus publicity obsession had reached its peak, with public money being spent on promotion while farmers, unemployed youth, employees and journalists were left w ... read..

"Links with Pakistan-based handler": Amritsar Police arrest 5 accused in ASI firing case

Amritsar (Punjab) | September 26, 2026 6:01:33 PM IST

Amritsar Rural Police on Saturday arrested five accused linked to the firing incident involving Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) Jaswant Singh, who was posted with the Amritsar Commissionerate. ... read..

Stop midnight arrests or face statewide protest: YSRCP warns TDP-coalition govt or face statewide protest: YSRCP

Vijayawada (Andhra Pradesh) | September 26, 2026 6:01:31 PM IST

YSR Congress Party leaders on Saturday warned that they would launch a statewide agitation if the police continued illegal cases, midnight arrests and harassment of party workers. They said the party would never be intimidated for raising its voice in sup ... read..

Stop midnight arrests or face statewide protest: YSRCP warns TDP-coalition

Vijayawada (Andhra Pradesh) | September 26, 2026 6:01:22 PM IST

Bihar CM flags off highway patrolling vehicles, directs tech-driven mega plans for Pitri Paksha Mela 2026

Patna (Bihar) | September 26, 2026 6:01:20 PM IST

Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary on Saturday flagged off 58 highway patrolling vehicles organised by the Home Department to strengthen highway patrolling, road safety, and police presence on major routes across various districts of Bihar. ... read..

Owaisi opposes move to downgrade Hyderabad GPO, seeks retention of independent Group A status

By Pramod Chaturvedi

Hyderabad (Telangana) | September 26, 2026 6:01:18 PM IST

AIMIM president and Hyderabad MP Asaduddin Owaisi has urged the Union Ministry of Communications to withdraw the proposal to downgrade the Hyderabad General Post Office (GPO) from Group A to Group B and merge it with the Hyderabad City Division. ... read..

YSRCP slams TDP coalition for arresting youth who questioned liquor sales

Amravati (Andhra Pradesh) | September 26, 2026 6:01:15 PM IST

YSRCP ST Cell state president (Pain Tribes) Gunda Surendra on Saturday slammed the TDP coalition government for allegedly arresting two young men after they questioned liquor sales on social media. He demanded that police immediately disclose their wherea ... read..

CPM, TMC come together for broader Oppn push against CEC Gyanesh Kumar; MA Baby says "also approached CJP"

Thiruvananthapuram (Keralam) | September 26, 2026 6:01:10 PM IST

CPI(M) General Secretary MA Baby on Saturday called for a wider outreach against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, reaching out to parties outside the INDIA bloc, after TMC chief Minister Mamata Banerjee backed the initiative to unite political p ... read..

Assam: University student found dead at homestay in Guwahati; One arrested

Guwahati (Assam) | September 26, 2026 5:31:11 PM IST

A 22-year-old girl student of Gauhati University was found unconscious at a homestay near Azara, on the outskirts of Guwahati and later declared brought dead at a hospital, police said. ... read..

Delhi HC orders release of fugitive criminal over non-extradition to Thailand in case of importing 840 radiated tortoise

New Delhi | September 26, 2026 5:31:03 PM IST

The Delhi High Court has recently ordered the release of fugitive criminal Murugesan Manivannan and his discharge from the extradition proceedings over his non-extradition to Thailand and excessive custody in India. The Central Government said that his ca ... read..

Andhra CM to distribute house regularisation pattas to 24,057 families in Vijayawada on Sept 30

Amravati (Andhra Pradesh) | September 26, 2026 5:31:01 PM IST

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu will distribute house regularisation pattas to 24,057 families in Vijayawada on September 30, providing full ownership rights to beneficiaries of decades-old NTR house sites under the Pedalaku Pattabhishek ... read..

Telangana: BJP's NV Subhash calls CM Revanth Reddy's "Gandhi Parivar vs Sangh Parivar" remark "profoundly ridiculous"

Hyderabad (Telangana) | September 26, 2026 5:01:09 PM IST

Telangana BJP chief spokesperson NV Subhash on Saturday hit out at Chief Minister Revanth Reddy for framing the "fight for the future of India" as one between the two parivars -- Gandhi Parivar and Sangh Parivar, calling it "profoundly ridiculous." ... read..

Amit Shah launches 'SHE Mart' initiative, NCCF cooperative schemes in Keralam

Kollam (Keralam) | September 26, 2026 5:01:06 PM IST

Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah on Saturday inaugurated a series of initiatives undertaken by the National Cooperative Consumers' Federation (NCCF) to strengthen the cooperative sector and promote women's empowerment, in Kollam, Keralam. ... read..

TMC MLA Kunal Ghosh alleges attack on car, eggs hurled while heading to Mamata Banerjee rally

Kolkata (West Bengal) | September 26, 2026 5:01:04 PM IST

Trinamool Congress (TMC) MLA Kunal Ghosh on Saturday alleged that eggs were hurled at his car and a group of people attacked the vehicle while he was travelling to Serampore in Hooghly district to attend a rally of former West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata ... read..

Chandrababu Naidu spends money on publicity but not for people: YSRCP spokesperson Putha Siva Sankar

Tadepalli (Andhra Pradesh) | September 26, 2026 4:32:33 PM IST

YSRCP spokesperson Putha Siva Sankar launched a sharp attack on Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu, stating that his publicity obsession had reached its peak and alleging that public money was being spent on promotion while farmers, unemp ... read..

Maharashtra: Over 500 evacuated after heavy rain in Chhattisgarh triggers floods in Gadchiroli

Gadchiroli (Maharashtra) | September 26, 2026 4:32:29 PM IST

Around 525 people have been evacuated to safer locations in Maharashtras Gadchiroli district following severe flooding triggered by heavy rainfall in neighbouring Chhattisgarh, district officials said. ... read..

Revanth Reddy's Delhi visit amid Telangana's pending demands, projects

New Delhi | September 26, 2026 4:32:26 PM IST

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy is scheduled to visit New Delhi on Saturday, marking his visit to the national capital since assuming office, with several state demands and projects awaiting approval or assistance from the Centre. ... read..

UP CM Yogi Adityanath meets Union Minister JP Nadda in Delhi

New Delhi | September 26, 2026 4:32:21 PM IST

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Saturday met Union Health & Family Welfare Minister JP Nadda in the national capital. ... read..

Gaya Pitru Paksha Mela 2026: Technology meets tradition; special arrangements for devotees

Gaya (Bihar) | September 26, 2026 4:32:19 PM IST

The 2026 Pitru Paksha Mela in Gaya is witnessing a blend of traditional religious practices and modern technology, with the administration making extensive arrangements for the safety, convenience and smooth movement of devotees arriving from across India ... read..

Mission-3 will be launched from Patoda: Maratha quota activist Manoj Jarange Patil warns of fresh agitation if demands not met

Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar (Maharashtra) | September 26, 2026 3:32:02 PM IST

Maratha reservation activist Manoj Jarange Patil on Saturday warned of a fresh phase of agitation if the Mahaytui government fails to act on the demands of the Maratha community, saying Mission-3 will be launched from Patoda and followed by a march towa ... read..

Bengaluru court denies bail to suspended IAS officer in KPSC recruitment scam

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | September 26, 2026 3:32:00 PM IST

A Bengaluru court rejected the bail plea of suspended IAS officer Gyanendra Kumar Gangwar, accused in the Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC) Veterinary Officer recruitment scam. ... read..

As Maharashtra declares 265 Talukas as drought-affected, opposition demands more assitance for farmers

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | September 26, 2026 3:31:58 PM IST

The Maharashtra Government on Saturday declared 265 Talukas in the state as Drought affected and announce various Measures Implemented to provide relief to farmers. ... read..

Plea in Delhi HC seeks 24x7 helpline, safety audits for student PGs after Satya Niketan building collapse

New Delhi | September 26, 2026 3:31:53 PM IST

A fresh Public Interest Litigation has been filed before the Delhi High Court seeking a dedicated mechanism to monitor the safety and welfare of students living in paying guest (PG) accommodations, rented flats and private hostels in Delhi, with the Septe ... read..

INDIA bloc meeting on SIR row likely on Sept 30: CPI (ML)'s Dipankar Bhattacharya urges opposition unity

New Delhi | September 26, 2026 3:31:51 PM IST

CPI(ML) Liberation general secretary Dipankar Bhattacharya on Saturday said a meeting of the INDIA bloc is likely to be held at Constitution Club on September 30 to discuss the issues surrounding the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise and the Elect ... read..

Jan Suraj changes Tirhut teachers' MLC Candidate, fields Shyam Nandan Kumar Yadav after row over remarks on teachers

Patna (Bihar) | September 26, 2026 3:31:42 PM IST

The Jan Suraj Party has changed its candidate for the Tirhut Teachers' MLC election, fielding Shyam Nandan Kumar Yadav in place of the earlier nominee. The party said the change was made after objectionable remarks about teachers were made by the previous ... read..

"There should be a re-verification": CM DK Shivakumar demands arrest, dismissal of CEC amid SIR row

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | September 26, 2026 3:00:49 PM IST

Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Saturday demanded the immediate arrest and dismissal of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar amid the ongoing political controversy over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, and called for ... read..

MP: Four killed after live wire falls post Ganesh Idol immersion in Mandla's Hirapur village

Mandla (Madhya Pradesh) | September 26, 2026 3:00:45 PM IST

Four people died in Hirapur village of Mandla district after a live wire fell on them following the immersion of a Ganesh idol. ... read..

Sack CEC, file criminal case to protect autonomy of Election Commission: Siddaramaiah

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | September 26, 2026 3:00:38 PM IST

Former Karnataka Chief Minister and senior Congress leader Siddaramaiah on Saturday demanded the sacking of Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar over the SIR matter, calling for the registration of a criminal case against him and a formal inves ... read..

"Treasonous act": KPCC President BK Hariprasad demands arrest of CEC during Freedom Park protest

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | September 26, 2026 3:00:31 PM IST

Demanding the immediate dismissal and arrest of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over what he termed a "treasonous act," Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) leader BK Hariprasad addressed a demonstration at Freedom Park today, stating tha ... read..

Delhi govt forms three committees for Ramleela, Durga Puja and Chhath preparations

New Delhi | September 26, 2026 3:00:29 PM IST

The Delhi government has set up three separate committees to oversee preparations for Ramleela, Durga Puja and Chhath Puja in the national capital. ... read..

Revanth Reddy's 78th Delhi visit amid Telangana's pending demands, projects

New Delhi | September 26, 2026 2:31:05 PM IST

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy is scheduled to visit New Delhi on Saturday, marking his 78th visit to the national capital since assuming office, with several state demands and projects awaiting approval or assistance from the Centre. ... read..

Delhi Court acquits Mother Dairy official citing non-compliance of CBI Manual in corruption case

New Delhi | September 26, 2026 2:31:04 PM IST

The Rouse Avenue Court has recently acquitted a Mother Dairy official, citing the non compliance of CBI Manual in a corruption case by the CBI. It was alleged that the accused official had demanded a bribe of Rs. 60000 from a milk distributor in 2024. ... read..

Congress holds protest in Karnataka against EC Gyanesh Kumar amid SIR row

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | September 26, 2026 2:31:00 PM IST

The Karnataka Congress staged a massive protest against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar amid the SIR row at Bengaluru's Freedom Park on Saturday. ... read..

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