New Delhi, Oct 9 (UNI) Cautioning authorities against excessive security restrictions ahead of the October 10 protests in the national capital, the Supreme Court on Friday said "don''t use hammer to kill a fly" and ruled out a complete shutdown of Delhi Metro services at 57 metro station, asking the Centre instead to adopt proportionate regulatory measures.
Parmod KumarNew Delhi, Oct 9 (UNI) Cautioning authorities against excessive security restrictions ahead of the October 10 protests in the national capital, the Supreme Court on Friday said “don’t use hammer to kill a fly” and ruled out a complete shutdown of Delhi Metro services at 57 metro stations, asking the Centre instead to adopt proportionate regulatory measures.
Mumbai, Oct 9 (UNI) Goa, the pet dog closely associated with late industrialist Ratan Tata sustained injuries after being hit by a car outside Bombay House, the Tata Group headquarters in Mumbai''s Fort area, on Thursday, October 8. The incident occurred a day before Tata''s second death anniversary. The dog received immediate medical attention and is reportedly recovering.
Hyderabad, Oct 9 (UNI) Telangana Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) C Sudharsan Reddy has rejected a newspaper report titled “95,00,000 Votlu Out”, stating that the claim was incorrect and far from the truth.
New Delhi, Oct 9 (UNI) The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has announced five advanced online courses for teachers and school heads under the second cycle of the NISHTHA programme for 2026-27, alongside two courses focused on foundational learning and early childhood education.
Mumbai, Oct 8 (UNI) A major fire broke out at a labour camp at an under-construction Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) project for Project Affected Persons in Mulund East area of subarban Mumbai here on Thursday, officials said with no injury reported.
Beijing, Oct 7 (UNI) Home favorite Sun Yingsha suffered a second-round exit after a 3-1 loss to Thailand''s Orawan Paranang at the 2026 WTT China Smash on Wednesday. .
Washington, Oct 7 (UNI) The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is monitoring reports of a suspected pneumonic plague case in Russia and says it is prepared to respond to any threat that might emerge.
Varanasi, Oct7 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday highlighted the transformation of Kashi over the past 12 years and Uttar Pradesh over the past decade, saying the state has emerged from an era of lawlessness to become a symbol of development, security and cultural revival.
Imphal, Oct 7 (UNI) Making a strong pitch for lasting peace in Manipur ravaged by ethnic conflict, Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh said on Wednesday that efforts for unity and peace confined to the urban areas would not be sufficient stressing the need for greater outreach to people in the interior hill areas .
Kolhapur, Oct 7 (UNI) Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) district unit office bearers and workers today took out a motorcycle rally to express gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his 25 years of contribution to the country as Chief Minister and Prime Minister, as part of the ''Seva Jyoti Yatra''.
New Delhi, Oct 7 (UNI) The Centre will launch JOSH (Joint Squad for Health) teams across 55 districts in 11 states on Thursday to strengthen youth-led community mobilisation and awareness around tuberculosis (TB) elimination, said officials from the Health Ministry.
New Delhi, Oct 7 (UNI) The Indian Olympic Association welcomes the International Olympic Committee’s announcement, earlier this week, of the cities and countries participating in the process to select a future host of the Olympic and Paralympic Games in 2036.
Chennai, Oct 7 (UNI) The presence of Hindi words in medicine covers at government medical college hospitals in Karur and Coimbatore has sparked a language row between the ruling TVK and the main Opposition DMK, which claimed it as an act of Hindi imposition in the State that has been following the two-language policy for several decades.
Shillong, Oct 7 (UNI) Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad Sangma said that the state government will not take unilateral decisions regarding the disputed Blocks I and II sectors along the Assam border, emphasising that any forward movement will take place only after thorough consultations with local stakeholders.
Mumbai, Oct 6 (UNI) Yami Gautam finds herself dancing alongside a group of zombies in ''Phata Patakha'', the second song from the upcoming fantasy family entertainer "Nayyi Navelli", released today.
Shillong, Oct 6 (UNI) Meghalaya Chief Minister and National People''s Party (NPP) president Conrad Sangma on Tuesday exuded confidence that the NPP will bounce back stronger in Nagaland after five of his party''s legislators crossed over to the ruling Naga People’s Front (NPF). Sangma was reacting to the merger of all five NPP lawmakers with the NPF, which has completely wiped out the party''s presence in the 60-member Nagaland Assembly.
Kangra, Oct 6 (UNI) Former Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister and Leader of Opposition Jai Ram Thakur on Tuesday launched a scathing attack on the Congress government, accusing it of reneging on its employment promises and victimising outsourced workers.
Nebraska, Oct 6 (UNI) Leaders in California have condemned President Donald Trump after he suggested Iran could "take out" Los Angeles and San Diego, calling the comments irresponsible and denounced the leader as "deranged."Speaking at a campaign rally in Grand Island, Nebraska, on Monday, Trump described the economic impact of the war with Iran as a "small price to pay" for keeping the US and the world safe.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 6 (UNI) The Odisha Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) has announced a three-day statewide special drive from October 7 to 9 to facilitate the inclusion of eligible voters left out of the electoral rolls during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR)-2026 and newly eligible young voters.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 6 (UNI) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday announced major expansion of aero-engine production at Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), including raising the annual capacity of AL-31FP engines from 30 to 50 and setting up a second production line for Shakti engines with a combined investment of Rs 553 crore.
Kakinada, Oct 6 (UNI) The BJP Kakinada district unit on Tuesday lashed out at the YSRCP over its alleged move to stall the local body elections by approaching the Supreme Court.
New York, Oct 6 (UNI) New York Governor Kathy Hochul has declared a statewide disaster emergency over a rapidly growing measles outbreak, expanding the authority of healthcare workers to vaccinate and test residents as cases rise across the northeastern US.
Itanagar, Oct 6 (UNI) Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt Gen (Retd) KT Parnaik on Tuesday commended Chief Minister Pema Khandu and his Council of Ministers for directly engaging with communities and stakeholders across the Siang region on the proposed Siang Upper Multipurpose Project (SUMP).
Kolkata, Oct 6 (UNI) West Bengal needs to improve healthcare services and rebuild public confidence to stem the flow of patients travelling to other states for treatment, Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Youth Services and Sports Indranil Khan said on Tuesday, calling for greater public-private collaboration and expanded wellness services.
Washington, Oct 6 (UNI) US President Donald Trump has said that Washington will help Russia respond to a potential case of pneumonic plague, although he added that he has not spoken to Russian President Vladimir Putin about the situation.
Panchkula, Oct 6 (UNI) Haryana Police has rolled out a next-generation e-Challan system across the state, introducing fixed timelines for issuing traffic notices, responding to violations and disposing of grievances, Director General of Police Ajay Singhal said on Tuesday.
By Biswabrata GoswamiNandigram, Oct 5 (UNI) As Nandigram prepares to vote on Tuesday, West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari’s direct appeal to Muslim voters has brought the constituency’s minority electorate into sharp focus, with the BJP seeking to change voting patterns that have traditionally worked against it.
New Delhi, Oct 5 (UNI) The long-running fallout between the Pakistan Cricket Board and the World Championship of Legends has claimed its latest casualty, with Pakistan Champions withdrawing from the third season of the tournament after the PCB refused to issue NOCs to its players.
New Delhi, Oct 5 (UNI) A month after the Satya Niketan PG building collapse in which seven people, mostly students, were killed, Delhi Education Minister Ashish Sood on Monday held a crucial stakeholder meeting with Paying Guest owners, operators and managers, and reiterated the state government''s commitment to creating a safe, transparent, and structured accommodation system for students across the national capital.
Itanagar, Oct 5 (UNI) Rajya Sabha MP from Arunachal Pradesh Tai Tagak on Monday visited Wakka village in Longding district, one of the first villages along the Indo-Myanmar border, as part of the Seva Sankalp Abhiyan, and announced Rs 15 lakh from the MP Local Area Development Fund for the Wakka Anganwadi Centre.
Hyderabad, Oct 5 (UNI) Telangana BJP president N Ramchander Rao on Monday criticised the Congress over its stand on the Election Commission and the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, alleging that the party was attempting to create doubts about the country’s electoral system.
New Delhi, Oct 5 (UNI) Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) has delivered a remarkable performance in the first half of FY27 (April-September 2026) and in September 2026, achieving several best-ever milestones across production, sales and efficiency parameters.
Hyderabad, Oct 5 (UNI) A massive fire broke out at a plastic warehouse in Nabil Colony, Balapur, in the early hours of Monday, triggering panic among locals as chemical drums stored inside exploded with loud blasts.
Beirut, Oct 5 (Sputnik/UNI) Yemen''s Ansar Allah movement, also known as the Houthis, ruling in northern Yemen, accused Saudi Arabia of carrying out 106 airstrikes on its territory in the past 24 hours.
Kolkata, Oct 4 (UNI) Tension broke out outside the Satyajit Ray Film and Television Institute (SRFTI) on Sunday when members of the Bangiya Hindu Jagaran Manch attempted to enter the institute during a protest rally, leading to a confrontation with police and those inside the campus.
Singapore/Panchkula, Oct 4 (UNI) Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini urged Singapore''s business elite to pour investment into his state, declaring that India''s industrial north offers "huge potential" for manufacturing, technology and infrastructure development.
Kolkata, Oct 4 (UNI) Kolkata keeps its footballing royalty in a private museum of memory. Pele arrived with the New York Cosmos in 1977 and found a Mohun Bagan side stubborn enough to hold them 2-2 at Eden Gardens.
Mumbai, Oct 4 (UNI) BJP leader and MLA Chitra Wagh on Sunday criticised the Opposition over its protest against the Election Commission, claiming that the poll panel’s decision to send Booth Level Officers (BLOs) door-to-door to verify and restore names of voters deleted from electoral rolls had removed the Opposition’s “last issue”.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 3 (UNI) Former Chief Minister and opposition Biju Janata Dal (BJD) president Naveen Patnaik on Saturday asked the party''s newly constituted media cell to step up its outreach through social media platforms as well as print and electronic media to highlight issues concerning Odisha and the failures of the BJP government.
Lucknow, Oct 3 (UNI) A Lucknow-based healthcare technology startup is developing a platform aimed at improving coordination between patients, emergency responders, ambulances and hospitals, with a focus on the critical period following accidents and other medical emergencies.
Hong Kong, Oct 3 (UNI) Cricket Hong Kong (CHK) will be celebrating the Spirit of Cricket during the Hong Kong Sixes tournament, thanks to a new Pilot programme that MCC intends to utilise around the globe.
Kolkata, Oct 3 (UNI) West Bengal Panchayats and Rural Development Minister Dilip Ghosh on Saturday launched a sharp attack on former chief minister and Trinamool Congress (TMC) chief Mamata Banerjee over her appeal for opposition unity ahead of the Rejinagar and Nandigram Assembly bypolls.
Nandigram, Oct 2 (UNI) West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari turned the Nandigram Assembly by-election into a personal high stakes political contest, launching a sharp attack on the Trinamool Congress and urging voters to ensure that none of its candidates could retain their deposits.
Madrid, Oct 2 (UNI) Spain coach Luis de la Fuente has been forced to make another change to his squad for the two remaining UEFA Nations League games during the ongoing international break with Real Madrid striker Carlos Espi called up to replace Ferran Torres. .
Imphal, Oct 2 (UNI) The Regional Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS), Imphal, has condemned an alleged attack on a BDS student by an unidentified person while she was jogging inside the campus at around 5:30 pm today.
Madrid, Oct 2 (UNI) Athletic Bilbao winger Nico Williams has been forced to withdraw from the Spain squad for the UEFA Nations League matches against the Czech Republic in Oviedo on Saturday and away to Croatia in Split next Tuesday due to a muscle injury. .
Lucknow, Oct 2(UNI) Uttar Pradesh is strengthening police action against cyber fraud through technology. The state’s rate of freezing funds involved in cyber fraud stood at 34 per cent, higher than the national average of 31 per cent in September, officials said.
New Delhi, Oct 1 (UNI) Delhi’s air quality deteriorated during the first nine months of 2026 compared to the same period last year, while the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has left out the January-September average from its latest air quality release, according to an analysis by Hawa Ka Hisab.
Parmod KumarNew Delhi, Oct 1 (UNI) The Supreme Court on Thursday sought the West Bengal government’s response to petitions challenging a Calcutta High Court ruling that invalidated OBC certificates issued on the basis of the State’s May-June 2025 notifications.
Panchkula, Oct1 (UNI) The Haryana BJP on Thursday organised a thanksgiving and felicitation ceremony for its outgoing organisational leaders and welcomed Pawan Rana as the party’s new State General Secretary (Organisation), following a recent organisational reshuffle. Rana has been given charge of Haryana in addition to Delhi.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 1(UNI) Eligible citizens whose names are missing from the electoral rolls can continue to seek enrolment through Form 6 even after completion of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR)-2026, the election authorities here said on Thursday, amid controversy over the additional requirements attached to the form during the revision exercise.
Panchkula, Oct 1 (UNI) On the occasion of the International Day of Older Persons, Haryana Health Minister Arti Singh Rao on Thursday unveiled an expansive slate of welfare measures aimed at safeguarding the health, dignity, and wellbeing of senior citizens across the state, declaring that the government is working with the firm resolve of ensuring "Ageing with Dignity: Strengthening Care and Support Systems for Older Persons." .
Beijing, Sep 30 (UNI) Returning to the China Open after 11 years, 24-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic beat Portugal''s Nuno Borges 6-3, 7-6 (2), while the second seed Felix Auger-Aliassime was upset by Karen Khachanov of Russia 6-3, 6-3 in the men''s singles first round on Wednesday. Serbian veteran Djokovic, 39, last competed at the China Open in 2015, when he defeated Rafael Nadal in the final to claim his sixth title. He remains the tournament''s most successful men''s singles player, having won in 2009, 2010, and from 2012 to 2015.
Srinagar, Sep 30 (UNI) Minister for Jal Shakti, Forest, Ecology & Environment and Tribal Affairs, Javed Ahmed Rana, on Wednesday said that all irregularities pointed out by the House Committee in implementation of Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) works will be investigated while ensuring appropriate action is taken based on the findings.
New Delhi, Sep 30 (UNI) Congress leader and Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his government of being opposed to social justice and equality after the union Education Ministry sought comments and enrolment details from central universities on courses featuring works by B R Ambedkar, Jyotirao Phule and other anti-caste thinkers.
Kolkata, Sep 30 (UNI) Campaigning for the October 6 by-election to the Rejinagar Assembly constituency intensified on Wednesday, with political parties stepping up public meetings, roadshows and booth-level mobilisation.
Tel Aviv, Sep 30 (UNI) A flydubai flight travelling from Dubai to Tel Aviv landed at Tabuk airport in Saudi Arabia on Wednesday after declaring an emergency mid-flight, with a hijacking reportedly ruled out.
Bhubaneswar, Sep 30 (UNI) TP Northern Odisha Distribution Limited (TPNODL) has stepped up consumer outreach for the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana through Seva Setu Camps and Solar Rath initiatives across northern Odisha.