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MP: Youth Congress stages protest against CEC Gyanesh Kumar in Bhopal, demands resignation

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) | September 24, 2026 7:31:17 PM IST

Madhya Pradesh Youth Congress staged a protest in Bhopal on Thursday, demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar over alleged irregularities in the functioning of the Election Commission and the Special Intensive Revision ... read..

IndiaNetherlands strengthen strategic water partnership with 2 MoUs on Kalpasar project

New Delhi | September 24, 2026 7:31:01 PM IST

Union Minister for Jal Shakti, CR Patil and Vice Minister for Infrastructure and Water Management, Netherlands, HE Jaap Slootmaker, chaired a bilateral meeting between India and the Netherlands on the Strategic Partnership on Water at Bharat Mandapam, New ... read..

Agra Police issue notices to 5 Ansal API officials amid ongoing inquiry into 2014 plot allotment dispute

Agra (Uttar Pradesh) | September 24, 2026 7:30:58 PM IST

Agra Police have issued notices to five individuals associated with Ansal Properties and Infrastructure Ltd (Ansal API), requesting their statements and any relevant documents as part of an ongoing inquiry into a dispute concerning a plot in the company's ... read..

MoS Shripad Naik holds talks with EU Parliament committee on energy cooperation

New Delhi | September 24, 2026 7:30:56 PM IST

Minister of State for Power and New and Renewable Energy Shripad Naik on Thursday held a bilateral meeting with a delegation of the European Parliaments Committee on Industry, Research and Energy (ITRE) in New Delhi, with discussions focused on strengthe ... read..

Yamuna Expressway bus fire: 3 accused sent to jail; drivers deny smoking allegations

Greater Noida (Uttar Pradesh) | September 24, 2026 7:30:54 PM IST

Three accused persons, including two drivers and a conductor, were sent to jail on Thursday in connection with the tragic bus fire incident on the Yamuna Expressway that claimed nine lives. ... read..

Myanmar training camp case: NIA Court grants permission to travel USA, Ukraine to 7 foreigners accused to meet their families

New Delhi | September 24, 2026 7:30:50 PM IST

A special NIA court at Rouse Avenue on Thursday granted permission to US National Matthew Aaron Vandyke and 6 Ukrainian nationals to travel to the USA and Ukraine to meet their families for one month, subject to certain conditions and formalities. ... read..

SC asks ECI to give reasonable time to TMC factions, decide name-symbol dispute before polls

New Delhi | September 24, 2026 7:30:43 PM IST

The Supreme Court on Thursday asked the Election Commission of India (ECI) to give the rival sides in the Trinamool Congress (TMC) dispute reasonable time to place their evidence before the Commission and ensure that the final adjudication is completed wi ... read..

"Indian elections, Lok Sabha elections, 2024 elections, and Vidhan Sabha elections are all being rigged": Rahul Gandhi targets ECI amid SIR row

New Delhi | September 24, 2026 7:01:15 PM IST

Leader of the Opposition (LoP) in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, launched a scathing attack on Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar and the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Thursday, alleging that the country's entire electoral framework ha ... read..

Maharashtra Govt, VFS Global expand modern property registration initiative; launch Model Sub-Registrar Offices in Mumbai, Navi Mumbai, Nagpur

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | September 24, 2026 7:01:10 PM IST

In a major initiative to make property registration faster, simpler, and more transparent, the Government of Maharashtra, in partnership with VFS Global and WE Excel Software Pvt Ltd, has expanded its citizen-centric initiative by launching three new tech ... read..

"Lok Sabha elections, 2024 elections, and Vidhan Sabha elections are all being rigged": Rahul Gandhi targets ECI amid SIR row

New Delhi | September 24, 2026 7:01:07 PM IST

SC says may intervene if Andhra HC does not order CBI probe in Saikrishna case

Amaravati (Andhra Pradesh) | September 24, 2026 7:01:03 PM IST

The Supreme Court observed that it may intervene and pass appropriate orders in the Saikrishna case if the Andhra Pradesh High Court does not direct a CBI investigation, according to a statement issued by the YSRCP Central Office. ... read..

Fairs, temples are part of our culture and must be kept above politics: Himachal Dy CM Agnihotri

Gohar (Himachal Pradesh) | September 24, 2026 7:00:54 PM IST

Himachal Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Mukesh Agnihotri on Thursday said fairs and temples are an integral part of the state's culture, tradition and heritage, and such religious and cultural events should be kept away from politics. ... read..

J-K: Around 7 dengue cases reported at GMC Doda; Health dept fully prepared to handle any rise

Doda (Jammu and Kashmir) | September 24, 2026 7:00:52 PM IST

Around seven dengue cases have so far been reported at Government Medical College (GMC) Doda, with health authorities closely monitoring the situation and taking necessary preventive measures across the district. ... read..

"India positioned to produce green fuel derivatives at most competitive prices": MNRE Mission Director Abhay Bakre

New Delhi | September 24, 2026 7:00:43 PM IST

India holds a distinct advantage in the global clean energy landscape and is uniquely positioned to produce green hydrogen derivatives at world-leading competitive rates, according to Abhay Bakre, Mission Director for the National Green Hydrogen Mission a ... read..

Assam Cabinet approves Rs 11,000 crore JK Lakshmi Cement investment

Guwahati (Assam) | September 24, 2026 7:00:41 PM IST

The Assam Cabinet has approved a proposal for an investment of Rs 11,000 crore by JK Lakshmi Cement Limited for the establishment of a clinker manufacturing unit and four associated cement grinding units in the state, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma sa ... read..

Leave encashment is part of retiral dues: Delhi HC dismisses Centres plea against interest payment

New Delhi | September 24, 2026 6:31:28 PM IST

The Delhi High Court on Thursday held that leave encashment falls within the ambit of retiral dues and that delayed payment of such dues can attract interest, while dismissing a writ petition filed by the Union of India challenging an order of the Centr ... read..

"Who was filming the reels?": Bihar Minister Dilip Jaiswal alleges 'deliberate conspiracy' behind Jamui & Samastipur viral assault videos

Patna (Bihar) | September 24, 2026 6:31:26 PM IST

Bihar Minister and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Dilip Jaiswal on Thursday alleged a "deliberate conspiracy" behind the recent viral assault videos from Jamui and Samastipur districts. ... read..

Gr Noida bus fire: Vehicle had 9 challans in Delhi, permit valid till Oct 26, says DCP Traffic K Ramesh

New Delhi | September 24, 2026 6:31:20 PM IST

Following the recent bus fire incident in Greater Noida, DCP Traffic (Central Range) K Ramesh on Thursday said that the bus involved had nine pending challans in the national capital, predominantly for overspeeding and improper parking, while noting that ... read..

Punjab govt waives power bills worth over Rs 100 crore of 518 gaushalas: Gau Seva Commission VC Keemti Bhagat

Amritsar (Punjab) | September 24, 2026 6:01:38 PM IST

The Punjab government has waived electricity bills of around 518 gaushalas amounting to more than Rs 100 crore, said Punjab Gau Seva Commission Vice Chairman Keemti Bhagat here on Thursday. ... read..

ED arrests two persons in Rs 146 crore alleged money laundering probe linked to Hashpe cryptocurrency fraud case

General News | September 24, 2026 6:01:36 PM IST

New Delhi [India], September 24 (ANI) The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Thursday said it has arrested two persons in connection with a Rs 146 crore money-laundering investigation into the alleged Hashpe cryptocurrency fraud case. ... read..

POCSO offence cannot be quashed on basis of compromise, says Delhi High Court

New Delhi | September 24, 2026 6:01:33 PM IST

The Delhi High Court has held that proceedings relating to offences under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act cannot be quashed based on a compromise between the child victim or the victims family and the accused. ... read..

Uttarakhand CM Dhami flags off 4 successful NIM mountaineering expeditions, lauds climbers courage and team spirit

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | September 24, 2026 6:01:27 PM IST

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Thursday flagged off four successful mountaineering expeditions conducted by the Nehru Institute of Mountaineering (NIM) in Uttarkashi, at the Chief Ministers Camp Office in Dehradun. ... read..

Delhi HC denies anticipatory bail to YouTuber Ajeet Bharti in SC/ST Act case over remarks on Chandrashekhar Azad

New Delhi | September 24, 2026 6:01:25 PM IST

The Delhi High Court on Thursday denied anticipatory bail to YouTuber and social media influencer Ajeet Bharti in a case registered under the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989, over his alleged remarks concerning N ... read..

Assams greatest resource for industrialisation is its human resource: State Finance Minister Jayanta Mallabaruah

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | September 24, 2026 6:01:23 PM IST

Assam Finance Minister Jayanta Mallabaruah on Thursday highlighted the States human resource as its greatest strength for industrialisation, saying that the ongoing investment-led transformation must translate into quality employment, entrepreneurship an ... read..

"FIR registered, action taken": Delhi Police after SUV driver, accomplices harass Hindu College students in Mukherjee Nagar

New Delhi | September 24, 2026 6:01:21 PM IST

The Delhi Police on Thursday registered a criminal case and initiated legal proceedings following an incident of harassment and attempted abduction targeting two female students from Hindu College near Hakikat Park in Mukherjee Nagar, North West Delhi. ... read..

SC gives Centre last chance to explain steps to curb CSEAM on social media

New Delhi | September 24, 2026 5:31:27 PM IST

The Supreme Court on Thursday expressed concern over the Centre's failure to file its response on measures taken to implement its directions against the circulation of Child Sexual Exploitation and Abuse Material (CSEAM) online, granting the government a ... read..

"If I were to be pardoned for 1 murder, I would shoot them: VIP chief Mukesh Sahani over ECI internal rift report

Patna (Bihar) | September 24, 2026 5:31:25 PM IST

Vikassheel Insaan Party (VIP) chief Mukesh Sahani on Thursday slammed Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar over an investigative report revealing serious internal rifts within the poll panel. Sahani accused the Election Commission of India (ECI ... read..

Opposition parties to move impeachment motion notice against CEC Gyanesh Kumar in Parliament: Sources

New Delhi | September 24, 2026 5:31:17 PM IST

Opposition parties are set to move an impeachment motion notice against Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar in both Houses of Parliament, with the Congress reaching out to other opposition parties over the issue, party sources said on Thursday ... read..

"Supreme slap to Rahul Gandhi & Revanth Reddy": KTR after apex court upholds Danam Nagender's disqualification

Hyderabad (Telangana) | September 24, 2026 5:31:11 PM IST

Launching an attack on the Congress leadership, Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) working president KT Rama Rao on Thursday termed the Supreme Courts decision to uphold the disqualification of MLA Danam Nagender as a "Supreme slap" to Lok Sabha Leader of Oppo ... read..

Tamil Nadu: Joint Wildlife Operation in Tiruchirappalli leads to 2 arrests, seizure of deer skins and sandalwood

Tiruchirappalli (Tamil Nadu) | September 24, 2026 5:31:07 PM IST

Two people were arrested in connection to the seizure of two spotted deer skins and 77.61 kg of sandalwood logs in Tiruchirappalli during a joint operation on Tuesday. ... read..

IYC launches online petition seeking removal of CEC Gyanesh Kumar, calls for a nationwide mass movement to protect electoral democracy.

New Delhi | September 24, 2026 5:31:04 PM IST

The Indian Youth Congress (IYC) on Thursday launched a nationwide online citizens petition demanding action against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and calling upon citizens, particularly the youth of India, to come together in defence of elect ... read..

Samastipur viral video case: 4 arrested within six hours after alleged molestation of minor girl, says SP Arbind Pratap

Samastipur (Bihar) | September 24, 2026 5:01:13 PM IST

Four persons have been arrested within six hours after a video showing alleged indecent behaviour with a young girl went viral on social media, Samastipur Superintendent of Police (SP) Arbind Pratap Singh said on Thursday. ... read..

"Facing elections is not new to me": Disqualified Telangana MLA Danam Nagender welcomes SC verdict

Hyderabad (Telangana) | September 24, 2026 5:01:11 PM IST

Disqualified Telangana MLA Danam Nagender on Thursday welcomed the Supreme Court's verdict dismissing his plea against his disqualification, asserting that he is fully prepared to face the electorate in the upcoming by-election. ... read..

Not Aaya Ram Gaya Ram; its Phir Aaya Ram: Why SC upheld Danam Nagenders disqualification as MLA?

New Delhi | September 24, 2026 5:01:07 PM IST

The Supreme Court on Thursday upheld the disqualification of Telangana MLA Danam Nagender, rejecting his plea against the Telangana High Court order which held that he had incurred disqualification by contesting the 2024 Lok Sabha election on a Congress t ... read..

IIT Bombay reschedules mid-semester exams to October 10-11

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | September 24, 2026 5:01:05 PM IST

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay has rescheduled its mid-semester examinations that were earlier scheduled to be held on September 26 and 27. ... read..

TMC MP Mahua Moitra files police complaint against CEC Gyanesh Kumar, alleges voter list manipulation

New Delhi | September 24, 2026 5:01:03 PM IST

Trinamool Congress (TMC) Member of Parliament Mahua Moitra lodged a formal complaint at the Parliament Street Police Station here on Thursday against Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar, accusing him of procedural violations, unilateral decisi ... read..

"Will release water only if available": Karnataka CM on Cauvery dispute; addresses KPSC recruitment row

Chitradurga (Karnataka) | September 24, 2026 5:00:57 PM IST

Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar, addressing the ongoing Cauvery water-sharing dispute, asserted that the state will release water only if it is available, noting that reservoir inflows have halted due to a lack of rainfall. ... read..

Andhra Pradesh: CPI invites YS Jagan Mohan Reddy to round-table meeting on drought

Tadepalli (Andhra Pradesh) | September 24, 2026 5:00:49 PM IST

Senior CPI leaders met former Chief Minister and YSRCP President YS Jagan Mohan Reddy at the partys Central Office in Tadepalli and invited YSRCP to participate in a round-table conference on drought conditions to be held in Vijayawada on September 26. ... read..

Delhi Bar Association members abstain from work over amendment in Central Motor Vehicles Act

New Delhi | September 24, 2026 5:00:43 PM IST

Delhi Bar Association (DBA) on Thursday abstained from judicial work over an amendment to the Central Motor Vehicle Act. DBA is demanding withdrawal of the September 14 notification. ... read..

Mizoram opens 2026 festival season with first Pluck & Pay festival, putting communities at the heart of tourism economy

Aizawl (Mizoram) | September 24, 2026 5:00:41 PM IST

Mizorams 2026 festival season began on Thursday with the launch of the States first Pluck & Pay Festival in Tualte and Chawngtlai villages of Khawzawl district, introducing a distinctive community-led tourism experience that brings visitors direct ... read..

Bihar CM directs long-term Kosi flood management strategy, fast-tracks solarisation, major infrastructure projects

Patna (Bihar) | September 24, 2026 4:33:46 PM IST

Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary on Thursday directed officials to prepare a long-term flood risk mitigation strategy for the Kosi river system, with a focus on silt management and construction of a new barrage, while reviewing major projects related ... read..

YS Jagan Mohan Reddy directs party workers to prepare strongly for Andhra local elections

Amravati (Andhra Pradesh) | September 24, 2026 4:33:38 PM IST

Former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister and YSRCP President YS Jagan Mohan Reddy on Thursday directed the partys Regional Coordinators to accelerate preparations for the upcoming local-body elections, identify strong candidates early and ensure that the par ... read..

"A void that can never be filled": YSRCP president Jagan Mohan Reddy mourns demise of party leader Kakumanu Rajasekhar

Tadepalli (Andhra Pradesh) | September 24, 2026 4:33:36 PM IST

Former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister and YSRCP president YS Jagan Mohan Reddy expressed deep shock over the sudden demise of former Andhra Pradesh Leather Industries Promotion Corporation (LIDCAP) Chairman and YSRCP state campaign wing president Kakumanu ... read..

BJP chief Nitin Nabin to visit Jaipur on Sept 25, hold organisational meet

Jaipur (Rajasthan) | September 24, 2026 4:33:27 PM IST

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) National President Nitin Nabin will undertake a one-day organisational visit to Jaipur on Friday (September 25), where he will participate in a cleanliness drive, chair a meeting with party leaders, and address public represen ... read..

Bihar Minister Ashok Choudhary defends administration; vows swift action following alleged assault case in Samastipur

Patna (Bihar) | September 24, 2026 4:01:39 PM IST

Following the alleged assault of a woman in Samastipur just days after the Jamui incident, Bihar Minister Ashok Choudhary on Thursday defended the state's response, emphasising swift administrative action. ... read..

Delhi HC seeks Centres response on plea seeking prayer facility for Qadeemi Masjid amid Central Vista redevelopment

New Delhi | September 24, 2026 3:31:53 PM IST

The Delhi High Court has sought a response from the Centre, the New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) and the Delhi Waqf Board on a plea concerning the Qadeemi Masjid situated within the Krishi Bhavan complex, with the petitioners seeking continuity of the p ... read..

Congress cadres protest student suicide at IIT Bombay after Rahul Gandhi speaks to Sahil's family

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | September 24, 2026 3:31:50 PM IST

Heavy security arrangements and police barricades were deployed outside the main gate of the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay on Thursday following a demonstration led by Mumbai Congress President and Member of Parliament Varsha Gaikwad. ... read..

Himachal Pradesh begins awareness drive on new solid waste management rules, 2026

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | September 24, 2026 3:31:48 PM IST

The Himachal Pradesh State Pollution Control Board organised a press conference on Wednesday, September 23, under the Nationwide Advocacy Campaign for Dissemination of Solid Waste Management Rules, 2026, with the objective of creating awareness regarding ... read..

Delhi: NSUI stages protest against Election Commission of India

New Delhi | September 24, 2026 3:31:41 PM IST

Members of NSUI (National Students' Union of India) on Thursday held a protest against the Election Commission of India (ECI) in Delhi. ... read..

"Targeting CEC shows frustration of oppositions, Dimagi Naxals": Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma

Guwahati (Assam) | September 24, 2026 3:31:35 PM IST

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Thursday defended Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar amid the ongoing row over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, saying criticism of the CEC reflected the frustration of the Oppos ... read..

Gyanesh Kumar is country's biggest traitor, should resign": CJP's Abhijeet Dipke targets CEC on SIR controversy

New Delhi | September 24, 2026 3:31:26 PM IST

Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke on Thursday demanded the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, alleging that more than 13 crore votes had been deleted and questioning whether such action was consistent with democracy ... read..

"A stinging slap to Congress": BRS welcomes SC order on Danam Nagender, dares him to face by-election

Hyderabad (Telangana) | September 24, 2026 3:31:21 PM IST

Welcoming the Supreme Court's decision to dismiss Khairatabad MLA Danam Nagender's appeal in a disqualification matter as a "stinging slap" to the ruling Congress, leaders of the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) on Thursday dared the turncoat legislator to fa ... read..

Finance Departments advice not political issue; let BJP protest: CM DK Shivakumar

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | September 24, 2026 3:01:28 PM IST

Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Thursday dismissed the BJPs protest with empty pots over the Finance Departments warning regarding the states financial situation, saying such advice was part of the departments routine responsibility and not ... read..

"Roads full of potholes, unfulfilled promises": BJP Mahila Morcha hits the streets of Shimla to protest Himachal Pradesh Government

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | September 24, 2026 3:01:19 PM IST

The Mahila Morcha of BJP Himachal Pradesh and other frontal organisations staged a protest in Shimla on Thursday against the Himachal Pradesh government, alleging failure on issues including roads, water supply, traffic management, employment and other pu ... read..

"Dont look at almanac, look at drought": Uddhav Thackeray

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | September 24, 2026 3:01:13 PM IST

Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray on Thursday demanded that the Maharashtra government immediately declare drought on a taluka-wise basis, convene a special session of the state legislature and create a dashboard detailing relief measures for farmers ... read..

"We have seen how BJP poached RS MPs from AAP": Congress MP Chamala Kiran Kumar Reddy hits out at Centre amid SC order on Danam Nagender

Hyderabad (Telangana) | September 24, 2026 3:01:08 PM IST

Following the Supreme Court's rejection of Khairatabad MLA Danam Nagender's petition regarding disqualification proceedings, Congress MP Chamala Kiran Kumar Reddy mounted a fierce counter-offensive against the BRS and BJP, accusing both opposition parties ... read..

"Democracy has been murdered": Congress leader Pramod Tiwari demands SC-monitored inquiry into ECI

New Delhi | September 24, 2026 3:01:04 PM IST

Senior Congress leader Pramod Tiwari directed sharp criticism at recent decisions by the election body, saying that the nation is witnessing a serious blow to its democratic foundation. ... read..

Yamuna Expressway bus fire "Extremely Tragic": Home Minister Amit Shah

New Delhi | September 24, 2026 3:01:03 PM IST

Union Home Minister Amit Shah expressed grief over the bus fire incident on the Yamuna Expressway in Greater Noida, extending his condolences to the families of those who lost their lives and wishing a speedy recovery to the injured. ... read..

"Justice must be served to Ladakh," says Sonam Wangchuk as Leh observes shutdown to mark anniversary of September 24 agitation

Leh (Ladakh) | September 24, 2026 2:31:48 PM IST

A complete shutdown is being observed across Leh on Thursday as part of "Shaheed Diwas" (Martyrs' Day), commemorating the first anniversary of the September 24 2025 agitation demanding constitutional safeguards for Ladakh and the violent clashes that foll ... read..

"Who ensured that CEC received legal protection?": Priyank Kharge questions systemic design amid ECI row

New Delhi | September 24, 2026 2:31:44 PM IST

Amid the ongoing controversy surrounding the Election Commission of India, Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge on Thursday launched a sharp critique against the central leadership, alleging that systemic changes and institutional frameworks are engineered t ... read..

Calcutta High Court grants bail to Congress Nandigram candidate Milan Pradhan; hearings in five other cases pending

Kolkata (West Bengal) | September 24, 2026 2:31:35 PM IST

The Calcutta High Court on Thursday granted bail to the Congress candidate from Nandigram, Milan Pradhan, in connection with a criminal case registered at Khejuri Police Station, ruling that the police cannot arrest him in the matter. ... read..

"ECI has been hijacked": Congress' Randeep Singh Surjewala attacks poll panel over SIR, demands halt to exercise and removal of CEC Gyanesh Kumar

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | September 24, 2026 2:31:30 PM IST

Congress MP Randeep Singh Surjewala on Thursday accused the Election Commission of India (ECI) of being hijacked and demanded an immediate halt to the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, along with the removal and criminal investigation ... read..

"Enemies of Constitution exposed": Rahul Gandhi to hold news conference at 4 pm today

New Delhi | September 24, 2026 2:01:44 PM IST

Congress MP Rahul Gandhi on Thursday announced that he would address a press conference at 4 pm, amid the ongoing political row over the Election Commission's Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. ... read..

Cauvery water dispute: Tamil Nadu seeks 20 TMC water deficit, Karnataka cites drought before SC

New Delhi | September 24, 2026 2:01:42 PM IST

The Supreme Court on Thursday considered Tamil Nadus plea seeking release of its share of Cauvery water amid competing claims by the two States over the availability of water, with Tamil Nadu alleging a shortfall of 20 TMC and Karnataka citing drought co ... read..

"Zero Coal Leakage Policy": CISF seizes 200 tonnes of coal in Jharkhand in major operation to protect national resources

Ranchi (Jharkhand) | September 24, 2026 2:01:39 PM IST

The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) on Thursday intercepted and seized approximately 200 tonnes of coal in Jharkhand, marking its first major enforcement breakthrough since taking over security duties in the region. ... read..

Central resolve of journey is pledge of service: Rajasthan CM Bhajanlal Sharma attends Seva Sankalp programme in Bikaner

Bikaner (Rajasthan) | September 24, 2026 2:01:37 PM IST

Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma on Thursday attended the Seva Sankalp programme at Rajasthan University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences in Bikaner. ... read..

"Goa CEO wrote to ECI 8 times in 7 days": Jairam Ramesh raps ECI following fresh report citing voter deletion

New Delhi | September 24, 2026 2:01:28 PM IST

Congress General Secretary Jairam Ramesh on Thursday cited a recent media report by The Indian Express revealing that despite the Goa Chief Electoral Officer writing to the ECI eight times in seven days to restore the voters deleted by the ECINet software ... read..

Disha Salian's father to submit 'evidence' to CBI, family advocate says "agency should arrest accused immediately

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | September 24, 2026 2:01:25 PM IST

Disha Salians father Satish Salian, accompanied by his lawyer Nilesh Ojha, will on Thursday submit a pen drive containing what they describe as evidence related to the death of the late celebrity manager to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) offic ... read..

Gujarat Deputy CM Harsh Sanghavi inaugurates Ambedkar National Foundation museum, e-library in Ahmedabad

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) | September 24, 2026 1:31:36 PM IST

Gujarat Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi inaugurated the Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar National Foundation, Museum and E-Library at Ranip in Ahmedabad. ... read..

MHA writes to states, UTs to focus on 'counter trafficking in person' enforcing 'Naveen Nayay Sanhita'

By Rajnish Singh

New Delhi | September 24, 2026 1:31:28 PM IST

The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has written to all the states and the Union Territories (UTs) to focus on "countering trafficking in persons" by integrating the Naveen Nyaya Sanhita (three new criminal laws) and using technology, as well as the essenti ... read..

Congress to convene CWC meet on September 29 to discuss SIR related issues

New Delhi | September 24, 2026 1:31:22 PM IST

The Congress Working Committee (CWC) will meet in New Delhi on September 29 to discuss the ongoing controversy surrounding the Election Commission of India and the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, according to sources.The current poli ... read..

Samajwadi Part cadres gather in big numbers as Akhilesh Yadav's 'PDA Rath' arrives in Raebareli

Raebareli (Uttar Pradesh) | September 24, 2026 1:31:21 PM IST

Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav's 'PDA Rath' convoy was brought to a temporary standstill on Thursday after being swarmed by a massive crowd of party workers and supporters as he arrived in Raebareli. ... read..

Hindu Munnani seeks centre's intervention to save Sri Lankan Tamil facing death sentence in Saudi Arabia

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 24, 2026 1:31:15 PM IST

The Hindu Munnani on Wednesday petitioned the Sri Lankan Deputy High Commission at Nungambakkam in Chennai, seeking intervention to save a Sri Lankan Tamil worker who has been awarded a death sentence in Saudi Arabia over alleged remarks against Islam. ... read..

Gade Saikrishna custodial death another slap in face of Naidu govt: YS Jagan Mohan Reddy

Vijayawada (Andhra Pradesh) | September 24, 2026 1:01:51 PM IST

YSR Congress Party President YS Jagan Mohan Reddy said the custodial death of Gade Saikrishna was yet another slap in the face of the Chandrababu Naidu government. ... read..

"Murders are happening daily": Tejashwi Yadav slams Bihar government over rising crime, unchecked corruption

Patna (Bihar) | September 24, 2026 1:01:47 PM IST

Leader of the Opposition in the Bihar Legislative Assembly Tejashwi Yadav on Thursday criticised the Bihar government, alleging that law and order in the state has completely collapsed and the public is tormented by corruption in police stations. ... read..

PM Modi has a duty to help Karnataka: DK Shivakumar seeks drought relief funds

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | September 24, 2026 1:01:42 PM IST

Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar said he would seek an appointment with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Delhi and urge the Centre to provide drought relief funds to the state, as more than 200 taluks face drought-like conditions. ... read..

Chennai Central Crime Branch summons ACP, 2 inspectors over earlier closure of POCSO case against 84-year-old businessman

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 24, 2026 1:01:36 PM IST

The Chennai Central Crime Branch has summoned an Assistant Commissioner and two inspectors who had earlier investigated and closed a sexual assault case involving an 84-year-old businessman, seeking an explanation for the decision to close the case, citin ... read..

"Decision must be made through consensus or majority": Former EC OP Rawat flags procedural violations in ECI

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) | September 24, 2026 1:01:34 PM IST

Former Election Commissioner Om Prakash Rawat on Thursday emphasised that any decisions taken without consensus or a majority vote violate established statutory rules. ... read..

Four killed as car collides with truck on NH in Jamshedpur, Minister Deepika Pandey Singh's daughter among the deceased

Jamshedpur (Jharkhand) | September 24, 2026 1:01:31 PM IST

Four people died after a car collided with a truck on the National Highway in Jamshedpur, with the deceased including the daughter of Jharkhand Rural Development and Panchayati Raj Minister Dipika Pandey Singh's daughter. ... read..

Supreme Court dismisses Danam Nagender's plea against disqualification as Telangana MLA

New Delhi | September 24, 2026 1:01:23 PM IST

The Supreme Court on Thursday dismissed a petition filed by disqualified Telangana MLA Danam Nagender challenging the Telangana High Courts decision to disqualify him as a Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) and declare his assembly seat vacant in c ... read..

Bihar: Oppositionalleges 'Jungle Raj', questions 'Suhasan' following alleged assault case in Samastipur

New Delhi | September 24, 2026 1:01:20 PM IST

Following the alleged assault of a woman in Samastipur just days after the Jamui incident, the Opposition has mounted a scathing attack on the Bihar government following a string of daylight harassment incidents across the state, accusing the administrati ... read..

If illegal acts were done, CEC should be criminally prosecuted: Priyanka Gandhi Vadra demands action over SIR

Wayanad (Keralam) | September 24, 2026 12:31:41 PM IST

Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Thursday said that if any illegal acts were committed in the electoral roll revision process, those responsible, including the Chief Election Commissioner, should face criminal prosecution, as she stepped up her attack ... read..

"Failed govt": BRS spokesperson labels Congress farmhouse visits as 'political drama' to deflect from 22A property issue

Hyderabad (Telangana) | September 24, 2026 12:31:32 PM IST

The Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) spokesperson Ravula Sridhar Reddy on Thursday launched a sharp counterattack against the ruling Congress party in Telangana, dismissing recent visits by Congress MPs, MLAs, and leaders to BRS party farmhouses, including pa ... read..

CEC should resign, scrap SIR and conduct fresh electoral roll revision: Karnataka CM DK Shivakumar

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | September 24, 2026 12:31:30 PM IST

Karnataka Chief Minister D K Shivakumar on Thursday demanded the immediate resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and called for scrapping the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process and conducting a fresh revision of electoral ... read..

Delhi HC denies anticipatory bail to 20-year-old in Nizamuddin firing case, cites active role and non-cooperation

New Delhi | September 24, 2026 12:31:17 PM IST

The Delhi High Court has dismissed the anticipatory bail plea of a 20-year-old man accused of being involved in an assault and firing incident in the Hazrat Nizamuddin area, observing that photographs and video footage placed before the court showed him a ... read..

"If I were pardoned one murder, first person I would shoot is Gyanesh": VIP chief Mukesh Sahani lashes out at CEC

Patna (Bihar) | September 24, 2026 12:31:16 PM IST

Launching an attack on the functioning of the Election Commission of India (ECI) under Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar, Vikassheel Insaan Party (VIP) supremo Mukesh Sahani on Thursday remarked that if he were "pardoned for one murder," the ... read..

Delhi HC asks ECI to decide Akhand Karni Partys registration plea within four weeks

New Delhi | September 24, 2026 12:31:14 PM IST

The Delhi High Court on Thursday asked the Election Commission of India (ECI) to treat a plea seeking registration of the Akhand Karni Party and decide it within a time frame, preferably four weeks.A bench of Justice Saurabh Banerjee passed the direction ... read..

Samajwadi Party flags of Akhilesh Yadav's 2027 electoral campaign with 'PDA Rath' from Lucknow to Raebareli

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | September 24, 2026 12:01:40 PM IST

Samajwadi Party Chief Akhilesh Yadav has begun his campaign for the 2027 state elections with the launch of the 'PDA Rath' from Lucknow to Raebareli. The red busses left the state capital on Thursday with party cadres in tow. ... read..

Such incidents should not happen": Family of Indian Seafarer killed in Oman attack mourns loss

Deoria (Uttar Pradesh) | September 24, 2026 12:01:32 PM IST

The family of 23-year-old Indian seafarer Suraj Yadav is struggling to come to terms with his death after the cargo vessel he was working on came under attack off the coast of Oman. ... read..

Delhi HC grants bail to Masasasong AO in PMLA case after over 3 years in custody

New Delhi | September 24, 2026 12:01:30 PM IST

The Delhi High Court on Thursday granted bail to alleged Naga insurgent Masasasong AO in a money laundering case after he remained in custody for more than three years. ... read..

"It was inappropriate": IIT Bombay apologuses for prior statement regarding Sahil's death amid ongoing police inquiry

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | September 24, 2026 12:01:18 PM IST

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay on Thursday issued a formal apology regarding statements made in an earlier communication concerning the circumstances surrounding the death of IIT Bombay student Sahil Ravindra Wakode. ... read..

Delhi HC asks centres GAC to expeditiously decide SFI appeal against Instagram account blocking

New Delhi | September 24, 2026 12:01:15 PM IST

The Delhi High Court on Thursday asked the Centres Grievance Appellate Committee (GAC) to expeditiously decide an appeal filed by the Students Federation of India (SFI) against the permanent disabling of its official Delhi Instagram account. ... read..

"Modiji has weaponised ED ": Punjab Minister Harpal Cheema targets Centre over ED raids in state

Chandigarh (Punjab) | September 24, 2026 12:01:07 PM IST

Alleging that constitutional bodies and federal investigative agencies act as an advance "flying squad" for the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) whenever elections approach in any state, Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema on Thursday launched a fierc ... read..

Over one crore students, citizens to sing complete 'Vande Mataram' at 25,000 locations on September 25

New Delhi | September 24, 2026 12:01:05 PM IST

To commemorate the 150th year of Vande Mataram, Vidya Bharati Akhil Bharatiya Shiksha Sansthan, New Delhi, is organising a nationwide programme titled 'Namami Bharatam' on Friday, September 25, 2026, in which over one crore students, teachers, parents and ... read..

Sikkim HC gives govt 3 weeks to revisit odd-even policy on NH-10

Gangtok (Sikkim) | September 24, 2026 11:31:15 AM IST

The Sikkim High Court has given the State government three weeks to revisit its odd-even vehicle movement policy on the NH-10 stretch between Mayfair Junction, Ranipool and Zero Point Junction, Gangtok. ... read..

Jodhpur: 14 injured in chemical explosion during firefighting; 8 suffer 50% burns

Jodhpur (Rajasthan) | September 24, 2026 11:31:11 AM IST

Fourteen people were injured after an explosion occurred while Municipal Corporation employees were working to extinguish a fire at a chemical factory in Jodhpurs Basni Industrial Area, Police Commissioner Anshuman Bhomia said on Wednesday. ... read..

"Nation-building beyond politics": PM Modi interacts with Seva Sankalp Yatra participants, stresses youth role in building developed India

New Delhi | September 24, 2026 11:31:10 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday interacted virtually with participants of the Seva Sankalp Yatra, praising their ongoing nationwide journey connecting Vadnagar and Varanasi as a significant step toward grassroots nation-building. ... read..

Delhi HC seeks response on plea against alleged forced begging and exploitation of children

New Delhi | September 24, 2026 11:31:08 AM IST

The Delhi High Court has sought responses from the Delhi government and other authorities on a Public Interest Litigation alleging exploitation of children through forced begging on roads, traffic intersections and other public places across the national ... read..

MCD conducts 35 demolition actions across Delhi in city-wide enforcement drive, seals 5 properties

New Delhi | September 24, 2026 11:31:04 AM 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..

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