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"Not appropriate to amplify Rahul Gandhi's remarks in public sphere": Kiren Rijiju amid ECI row
New Delhi | September 27, 2026 9:00:41 PM IST
As criticism of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar by opposition parties intensifies, Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju on Sunday said Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi's statements on the Election Commission should not be ... read..


"Ayodhya transformed from darkness to country's number one solar city": UP CM Yogi Adityanath
Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | September 27, 2026 9:00:39 PM IST
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday highlighted the transformation of Ayodhya under his administration, contrasting its current developed state with the neglect it faced in the past. ... read..


"Gyanesh Kumar has committed anti-national activities": Karnataka Congress chief BK Hariprasad
Bengaluru (Karnataka) | September 27, 2026 9:00:37 PM IST
Stepping up the attack against the Election Commission of India (ECI), Karnataka Congress president BK Hariprasad backed party leader Rahul Gandhi's allegations, accusing Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar of undermining the poll watchdog and actin ... read..


Amit Shah attends Ashok Singhal's birth centenary, credits him for Ram Mandir construction
New Delhi | September 27, 2026 8:30:13 PM IST
Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday said the construction of the Ram Janmabhoomi Mandir stood as the fruit of the sacrifices and struggle of former VHP leader Ashok Singhal, while attending the inaugural event of Singhal's birth centenary year. ... read..


CISF to provide security at NTA's new office: Officials
New Delhi | September 27, 2026 8:30:11 PM IST
The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) will soon take over the security apparatus at the National Testing Agencys (NTA) new office, according to officials. ... read..


West Bengal: SFI, Akhil Bharatiya Grahak Panchayat members clash during event at SRFTI
Kolkata (West Bengal) | September 27, 2026 7:59:55 PM IST
A clash broke out between members of the Students' Federation of India (SFI) and the Akhil Bharatiya Grahak Panchayat during an event organised by the Grahak Panchayat at the auditorium of the Satyajit Ray Film and Television Institute (SRFTI) in Kolkata. ... read..


"Opposition's allegations regarding SIR are baseless and factless": Bihar CM Samrat Choudhary
Patna (Bihar) | September 27, 2026 7:59:51 PM IST
Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary on Sunday dismissed the questions raised by various political parties against the Election Commission of India as "baseless". ... read..


Assam: Gaurav Gogoi condemns detention of CJP activists in Guwahati
Guwahati (Assam) | September 27, 2026 7:59:46 PM IST
Assam Congress President and Deputy Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Gaurav Gogoi, on Sunday strongly condemned the police detention of Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) activists in Guwahati, calling it completely unacceptable, unjustified, and illegal. ... read..


"Read Gita without hesitation": West Bengal CM Adhikari urges citizens, says "times have changed"
Kolkata (West Bengal) | September 27, 2026 7:30:26 PM IST
West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari on Sunday assured the citizens that they should recite the 'Bhagwat Gita' without fear as he asserted that times have changed in the state. ... read..


"Gyanesh Kumar doesn't represent people but government": NCP(SP)'s Rohit Pawar calls for abolishing EVMs amid CEC row
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | September 27, 2026 7:30:22 PM IST
Nationalist Congress Party (Sharadchandra Pawar) MLA Rohit Pawar launched a scathing attack on the Election Commission on Saturday, alleging that the poll body is acting as a representative of the central government rather than the citizens of India. ... read..


Google birthday 2026: Tech giant celebrates 28 years with vintage logo doodle
Washington | September 27, 2026 7:30:17 PM IST
Google is celebrating its 28th birthday on September 27 with a nostalgic Doodle featuring a vintage version of the companys original 1998-era logo. ... read..


"They hurled abuses at my family": Delhi Minister Parvesh Sahib Singh hits back after AAP alleges slapping incident
New Delhi | September 27, 2026 7:00:09 PM IST
After the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) accused Delhi PWD Minister Parvesh Sahib Singh of slapping a youth during a road inspection, the minister claimed that the opposition party workers hurled abuses at his family and misbehaved. ... read..


ED summon came due to BJP's anxiety ahead of Uttarakhand polls: Harish Rawat
Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | September 27, 2026 7:00:07 PM IST
Former Uttarakhand Chief Minister Harish Rawat on Sunday said BJP's electoral anxiety for ensuing state Assembly polls has led to a summons being issued to him by the Enforcement Directorate. ... read..


AP CM Chandrababu Naidu and Dy CM Pawan Kalyan to launch Rs 11,085-cr works under Palle Panduga on Sept 29
Amaravati (Andhra Pradesh) | September 27, 2026 7:00:05 PM IST
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu and Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan will launch development works worth Rs 11,085 crore under Palle Panduga 3.0 at Udayagiri in Nellore district on September 29. ... read..


'Never forget Vocal for Local mantra': PM Modi in 'Mann Ki Baat'; lauds grassroot initiatives fighting malnutrition
New Delhi | September 27, 2026 6:59:52 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday urged citizens to embrace the spirit of "Vocal for Local" during the upcoming festive season, while highlighting innovative community-driven efforts across several states to eradicate malnutrition during the ongoing ... read..


"Not satisfied with EC's response": CPI(ML) Liberation's Dipankar Bhattacharya amid CEC row
Patna (Bihar) | September 27, 2026 6:30:54 PM IST
CPI(ML) Liberation general secretary Dipankar Bhattacharya on Sunday termed the Election Commission's clarification on decisions related to the schedule of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls as an "admission of guilt." ... read..


India must place dementia prevention, caregiver support at heart of healthcare: Experts at Delhi conclave
New Delhi | September 27, 2026 6:30:49 PM IST
India must place dementia prevention, earlier identification and caregiver support at the heart of its public health response to ageing, policymakers, clinicians and civil-society leaders said at the Hope for Dementia Conclave 2026, held in New Delhi on S ... read..


Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 5 Review: Dolby Atmos and a Game-Changing Replaceable Battery
By Himank Tripathi

New Delhi | September 27, 2026 6:00:18 PM IST
I think the true wireless stereo or TWS market is quite notorious. Its massively crowded and makes it so difficult for you to spot the right one for you. In case you are looking for a flagship device, then you need to really dig deeper and spend a lot of ... read..


"Coward and fearful": Saurabh Bhardwaj slams Delhi Minister Parvesh Sahib Singh for allegedly slapping youth
New Delhi | September 27, 2026 6:00:15 PM IST
Launching a scathing attack on Delhi PWD Minister Parvesh Sahib Singh over a purported video in which he is seen slapping a youth, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Delhi unit chief Saurabh Bharadwaj on Sunday called the minister a "coward" and questioned his actions ... read..


Review of ASUS Zenbook A16: A 16-Inch Juggernaut Without the Bulk?
By Himank Tripathi

New Delhi | September 27, 2026 6:00:13 PM IST
For so many years, I have been facing this major issue while using laptops. This industry is always trying to force this rigid compromise where if I want a sprawling 16-inch display, I have to accept a heavy, cumbersome chassis. Not anymore. Ive recently ... read..


Andhra Pradesh: YSRCP alleges misuse of Chief Ministers Relief Fund
Tadepalli (Andhra Pradesh) | September 27, 2026 6:00:10 PM IST
YSRCP Addanki constituency in-charge Ashok Kumar alleged the TDP coalition government under Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu was misusing Chief Ministers Relief Fund (CMRF) money and playing with the lives of poor patients. ... read..


Disha Salian's father seeks police protection as Advocate Nilesh Ojha alleges threats from Sena (UBT)
Thane (Maharashtra) | September 27, 2026 5:30:06 PM IST
Advocate Nilesh Ojha on Sunday said that Disha Salian's father Satish Salian, Sameer Wankhede, Ashutosh Pathak and himself have sought police protection, alleging threats from Shiv Sena (UBT) leaders. ... read..


Embraer says Mahindra will be its partner for IAFs 60 transport plane tender, to partner with Adani for commercial planes
New Delhi | September 27, 2026 5:30:04 PM IST
Brazilian aerospace firm Embraer has said that it would be partnering with Indian Mahindra Group for the Indian Air Forces 60-aircraft Multi-Role Transport Aircraft programme, where they would be offering their KC-390 Millennium jet. ... read..


Were annual Summary Revisions of voters list since 2014 really that shoddy: Pawan Khera hits back at BJP
New Delhi | September 27, 2026 5:30:02 PM IST
Congress leader Pawan Khera on Sunday hit back at the BJP over its post slamming INDIA bloc leaders over their comments on the SIR process and asked if summary revisions since 2014 really were shoddy. ... read..


Tamil Nadu govt revokes RTI exemption for Public (Law and Order) Department after backlash
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 27, 2026 5:29:56 PM IST
The Tamil Nadu government revoked a notification that had exempted the Public (Law and Order) Department from the Right to Information (RTI) Act hours after issuing the Gazette notification for its exemption. ... read..


ICAR-CIRB organises Swachhata Samvad to promote cleanliness, waste management
New Delhi | September 27, 2026 5:29:52 PM IST
As part of the ongoing Swachhata Hi Seva 2026 campaign being organised under the theme Swachhta Mein Sahbhag Swachh Bharat, Viksit Bharat, the Indian Council of Agricultural Research and Central Institute for Research on Buffaloes (ICAR-CIRB), Hisar, ... read..


Mann Ki Baat: PM Modi pays tribute to Ashok Singhal on birth centenary, recalls contribution to Ram Janmabhoomi movement
New Delhi | September 27, 2026 5:29:50 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday paid tribute to the former International Working President of the Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP), the late Ashok Singhal, on his 100th birth anniversary during the 138th episode of his monthly radio broadcast, 'Mann Ki ... read..


Uttarkashi administration on high alert following IMD rainfall alert; teams deployed for safety of Char Dham pilgrims, tourists
Uttarkashi (Uttarakhand) | September 27, 2026 5:29:49 PM IST
In view of the rainfall alert issued by the India Meteorological Department (IMD) for the district in the coming hours, the district administration is on high alert. ... read..


Health Secretary calls for stronger global cooperation, equitable access in pandemic preparedness at UN High-Level Meeting
New Delhi | September 27, 2026 5:01:30 PM IST
Representing India at the UN High-Level Meeting on Pandemic Prevention, Preparedness and Response in New York on September 25, Union Health Secretary Punya Salila Srivastava reaffirmed the nations commitment to strengthening global health security thro ... read..


Merely declaring drought will not wipe away their tears: Aaditya Thackeray meets affected farmers in Maharashtras Parbhani
Parbhani (Maharashtra) | September 27, 2026 5:01:26 PM IST
Just a day after the Maharashtra government declared over 265 talukas across the state, Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray on Sunday hit out at the state government, saying that just the mere declaration of drought will not wipe away the farmers t ... read..


INDI alliance nothing but an alliance of defeated people: Himanta Biswa Sarma hits out at Rahul Gandhi amid CEC row
New Delhi | September 27, 2026 5:01:19 PM IST
Calling for an apology from Rahul Gandhi over creating confusion in the minds of people over the functioning of the Election Commission of India (ECI), Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa on Sunday said that there needs to be introspection from Rahul G ... read..


Delhi: Sonam Wangchuk marks one year since NSA detention, sets Oct 2 deadline over Sixth Schedule demands
New Delhi | September 27, 2026 5:01:17 PM IST
Claiming that little progress has been made in fulfilling the demands over statehood for Ladakh and securing Sixth Schedule protections, activist Sonam Wangchuk on Sunday travelled to Delhi, marking one year since he was detained under the National Securi ... read..


"Conspiracy to harm India's constitutional institutions": UP CM Yogi slams Opposition
Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | September 27, 2026 5:01:08 PM IST
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday launched a sharp attack against the opposition, accusing the Congress, Samajwadi Party (SP), and Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) of consistently attempting to damage constitutional institutions. ... read..


Chemicals and Petrochemicals Dept gears up for Special Campaign 6.0 focusing on cleanliness, e-waste disposal
New Delhi | September 27, 2026 5:01:06 PM IST
The Department of Chemicals and Petrochemicals (DCPC), Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilisers, is gearing up for Special Campaign 6.0, scheduled to be undertaken from October 2 to 31, with a renewed focus on cleanliness, disposal of e-waste, space manageme ... read..


From Global recognition to Local identity: Khavda gets its own PIN code 370246
Ahmedabad (Gujarat) | September 27, 2026 5:01:02 PM IST
The Khavda Renewable Energy Park in Gujarats Kutch has been assigned a dedicated Postal Index Number (PIN) code, 370246, along with its own India Post delivery office. ... read..


PM Modi lauds work done during Nutrition Month, says we have to make our society completely free from malnutrition
New Delhi | September 27, 2026 5:00:55 PM IST
Hailing the efforts to tackle malnutrition, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday highlighted initiatives taken in various parts of the country and said the month of September is dedicated to the fight against the problem. ... read..


MP CM Mohan Yadav's ancestral house among 272 structures razed for road widening ahead of Simhastha 2028
Ujjain (Madhya Pradesh) | September 27, 2026 5:00:51 PM IST
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav's ancestral house, among 272 structures, is marked for demolition as part of a road-widening project in Ujjain ahead of the Simhastha 2028 fair, with the Chief Minister himself initiating the work by striking the ... read..


Delhi CM Rekha Gupta lays foundation stones for 53 development projects worth ?214.12 crore in unauthorised colonies
New Delhi | September 27, 2026 5:00:49 PM IST
As part of the Seva Sankalp campaign, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Sunday laid the foundation stones for 53 development projects worth ?214.12 crore in unauthorised colonies across the Kirari, Bawana, Mundka, Narela and Nangloi Jat Assembly constit ... read..


CBN conducts anti-drug awareness programme for students under Mission Yuva Raksha for Nasha Mukt Bharat in Madhya Pradesh's Jaora
New Delhi | September 27, 2026 3:31:22 PM 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..


3 critically ill patients airlifted from flood-hit Bhamragad to Hedri in Maharashtra's Gadchiroli
Gadchiroli (Maharashtra) | September 27, 2026 3:31:15 PM IST
Three critically ill patients from Bhamragad taluka were airlifted to Hedri for advanced medical treatment as the Gadchiroli district administration carried out an emergency evacuation operation amid flood conditions in the region. ... read..


Mamata Banerjee, CPI(M) coming together only for power, survival: BJPs NV Subhash
Hyderabad (Telangana) | September 27, 2026 3:31:07 PM IST
BJP spokesperson NV Subhash launched a sharp attack on former West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and the CPI(M), alleging that both were coming together purely out of desperation to retain power after suffering electoral setbacks. ... read..


"Tourism will grow if rivers are clean": Namami Gange leads cleanliness drive at Namo Ghat in UP
Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh) | September 27, 2026 3:31:04 PM IST
On the occasion of World Tourism Day, a pledge to purify the river Ganga, described as the mother of cultural tourism and the global public, was taken under the Namami Gange program at the world-renowned tourist destination, Namo Ghat. ... read..


"Rough is just another kind of calm": Rahul Gandhi shares cryptic post amid CEC row
New Delhi | September 27, 2026 3:31:00 PM IST
Amid an ongoing political row over the functioning of the Election Commission of India (ECI) and the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, Leader of Opposition (LoP) Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Sunday shared a cryptic post on social media, sa ... read..


Amit Shah flags off India's first LNG-powered train from Ahmedabad's Sabarmati Station
Ahmedabad (Gujarat) | September 27, 2026 3:30:54 PM IST
Union Home Minister Amit Shah flagged off the country's first LNG (Liquefied Natural Gas)-powered train from Ahmedabad's Sabarmati Railway Station on Sunday, alongside launching several other Indian Railways projects in the Sabarmati Division. ... read..


Rahul Gandhi hasn't spared any institution": Karnataka LOP R Ashok slams Congress over conduct of Rahul Gandhi
Bengaluru (Karnataka) | September 27, 2026 3:30:47 PM IST
Karnataka Leader of Opposition (LOP) R Ashok launched a sharp attack on Leader of Opposition, Rahul Gandhi, saying he was not behaving like a Leader of the Opposition and that his conduct was undignified, while alleging that the Congress party, Rahul Gand ... read..


Telangana: Several Congress leaders join BRS in Rajendranagar in presence of KTR
Ranga Reddy (Telangana) | September 27, 2026 3:30:45 PM IST
The Congress party suffered a setback in the Rajendranagar constituency as several prominent leaders associated with the party joined the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) in the presence of BRS working president K T Rama Rao (KTR) on Sunday. ... read..


"Attempted murder": Kunal Ghosh alleges fresh attack in Kolkata, claims armed men tried to drag him from car
Kolkata (West Bengal) | September 27, 2026 3:00:44 PM IST
Mamata All India Trinamool Congress MLA Kunal Ghosh on Sunday that he was targeted in a fresh attack in Kolkata, claiming that armed men smashed the window of his car and attempted to drag him out while he was on his way to attend a programme. ... read..


Fortis defends itself after SC allows forensic audit, says it was "complete stranger" to Daiichi-Singh Brothers dispute
New Delhi | September 27, 2026 3:00:42 PM IST
Fortis Healthcare Limited has defended its position in the ongoing legal dispute involving Daiichi Sankyo and the Singh Brothers, asserting that it was a complete stranger to the underlying dispute and had no role in the alleged dissipation of the erstw ... read..


Main reason for waterlogging in UP cities not excessive rainfall, but failure of drainage system due to BJPs corruption: Akhilesh Yadav
Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | September 27, 2026 3:00:31 PM IST
With cities in Uttar Pradesh having seen water-logging due to heavy rains, Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav on Sunday took potshots at the BJP government in the state and alleged that the key reason for the problem was failure of the drainage system ... read..


CSIR expands multilingual science outreach with magazines in five Indian languages
New Delhi | September 27, 2026 3:00:29 PM IST
On the occasion of the 85th Foundation Day of the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), Dr Jitendra Singh, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge), Ministry of Science & Technology, launched five new popular science magazines in T ... read..


"Salvo after salvo in social media": Army Chief Gen Dhiraj Seth says land remains "tangible and useful" factor of success
New Delhi | September 27, 2026 3:00:27 PM IST
Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) General Dhiraj Seth on Sunday emphasised the critical need for self-reliance in defence production and said that land will always remain the "only tangible" factor of success since victory is measured in territorial terms. ... read..


"If SIR removed anti-BJP votes, how did TMC perform?" Fadnavis questions Rahul Gandhi's allegations
Nagpur (Maharashtra) | September 27, 2026 3:00:25 PM IST
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Sunday questioned senior Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's allegations over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, citing West Bengal Assembly results and asking how the Trinamool Congress (TM ... read..


Delhi: Fire breaks out at factory in Harsh Vihar; none hurt
New Delhi | September 27, 2026 3:00:23 PM IST
A massive fire broke out at a factory in Delhi's Harsh Vihar area on Sunday morning, fire officials said. ... read..


Foundation stone laid for 4-lane road over bridge between Guntur and Nambur costing ?108 crore
New Delhi | September 27, 2026 3:00:20 PM IST
In a major initiative for urban mobility and rail safety under the vision of New Railways, New Andhra Pradesh, the foundation stone for a four-lane Road Over Bridge (ROB) between Guntur and Nambur railway stations was laid today by the Union Minister of ... read..


"Hope entire country joins in demanding clean, transparent democracy: Sonam Wangchuk extends moral support to opposition amid CEC row
New Delhi | September 27, 2026 3:00:18 PM IST
Just two months after coming out of a hunger strike demanding the resignation of then Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, Activist Sonam Wangchuk has extended moral support to all organisations raising the issue regarding the allegations agains ... read..


"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..


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