Mumbai, Sep 28 (UNI) Harish Vyas'' directorial venture "Om Ka Hari" is heading into its second week with screenings continuing across cities, while the father-son dramedy is also set to reach audiences at more than 50 Army centres across the country.
Kangra, Sep 28 (UNI) Himachal Pradesh Police have arrested two persons with a recovery of 25.37 grams of heroin, locally known as ''chitta'', from their possession, near Sri Sai University, in Panchrukhi area of Kangra district.
Kathmandu, Sep 28 (UNI) Nepal is planning to import 1,154 MegaWatts of electricity from India to prevent load shedding during the upcoming winter, in the aftermath of significant disruptions to domestic power generation caused by the recent floods and landslides.
Visakhapatnam, Sep 28 (UNI) The Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation (GVMC) on Monday facilitated the disbursement of Rs 12.95 crore in loans to 6,517 street vendors across its limits under the PM SVANidhi scheme, aimed at improving access to institutional credit and strengthening small businesses.
Chandigarh, Sep 28 (UNI) Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Monday announced financial assistance of Rs 5 lakh each to the families of 16 people who lost their lives in separate incidents in Kurukshetra, Sirsa, Ambala and Faridabad over the past few days. .
Prithviraj Singh Dehradun, Sep 28 (UNI) As many as 180 trekkers were left stranded due to inclement weather in the high altitudes of Uttarakhand even as 1,500 pilgrims were rescued safely from the Kedarnath route after they were stuck along the way on Sunday night following a landslide.
Tarigonda (Annamayya district), Sep 28 (UNI) Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) has allocated Rs 1.50 crore for renovating the nearly 200-year-old Pushkarini at the Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple in Tarigonda, with TTD Chairman B.R. Naidu laying the foundation stone for the works on Monday.
Chennai, Sep 28 (UNI) Even as the stay on the Election Commission holding bypolls to five seats continued, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay on Monday informed the Madras High Court that keeping constituencies vacant until the disposal of election petitions would be against public interest.
Chandigarh, Sep 28 (UNI) A Haryana BJP state executive member and former panchayat samiti chairman had received an alleged Rs 5-crore extortion demand from a caller claiming links to the Lawrence Bishnoi and Rohit Godara gangs, he said on Monday, after lodging a complaint with the police.
Hyderabad, Sep 28 (UNI) The Telangana Paper Merchants Association (TPMA) on Monday urged the central government to reduce GST on paper from 18 per cent to 5 per cent and establish a dedicated warehouse cluster in Hyderabad, citing rising input costs, competition from imports and increasing logistics expenses.
Anakapalli (Andhra Pradesh), Sept 28 (UNI) Anakapalli district police have busted an interstate drug trafficking racket and arrested five persons, while seizing 43 litres of hashish oil valued at around Rs 5.5 crore, along with a passenger auto and a motorcycle, police said Monday.
Valmikipuram (Andhra Pradesh), Sept 28 (UNI) Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) Chairman B.R. Naidu laid the foundation stone for development works worth Rs 5.73 crore at Sri Pattabhi Rama Swamy Temple in Valmikipuram, Annamayya district, on Monday.
Hyderabad, Sept 28 (UNI) B2B financial technology company Billtrust on Monday inaugurated its Global Capability Centre (GCC) at Raheja Mindspace , Madhapur, with a commitment to invest Rs 450 crore over three years and expand its workforce in Hyderabad to 1,000 employees.
Mumbai, Sep 28 (UNI) The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has seized 50,601.78 kg, or 50.60 tonnes, of food stock valued at Rs 1.19 crore during a statewide crackdown conducted from September 23 to 27 ahead of the festive season.
Lucknow, Sep 28 (UNI) The Uttar Pradesh government has taken a major step towards further strengthening the foundation for the future of the state''s children.
New Delhi, Sep 28 (UNI) Kalawati Saran Children’s Hospital (KSCH) is set to add 500 beds, taking its capacity from 394 to 894, as part of an ongoing expansion to strengthen paediatric care, officials from the Health Ministry said on Monday.
Tridib BaparnashNew Delhi, Sep 28 (UNI) Two-time Olympic medallist Neeraj Chopra’s absence was expected to leave a sizeable gap in India’s javelin challenge, but Yashvir Singh and Rohit Yadav stepped up to deliver a double podium finish on Day 9 of the Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya on Monday.
Nagoya (Japan), Sep 28 (UNI) Ro Kwang Ryol of the Democratic People''s Republic of Korea smashed two world records en route to winning the men''s 85kg weightlifting title at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games on Monday, while Alexey Churkin of Kazakhstan also set a world record in the same category. Ro produced a 214kg clean and jerk and posted a 379kg total, both new world records, to claim gold. Churkin lifted 173kg in the snatch, a new world record, to take silver.
Ranchi, Sep 28 (UNI) Jharkhand plans to launch an IT Park in Ranchi by 2029, with a target of creating 75,000 employment opportunities in phases, the Chief Minister’s Office said on Monday.
Hyderabad, Sep 28 (UNI) As many as 45,54,236 electors have been found eligible for inclusion in the final publication of electoral rolls in Telangana following hearings under the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process, according to the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO), Telangana C Sudharsan Reddy.
Panchkula, Sept 28 (UNI) The Panchkula administration has directed officials to prepare village-level works under the newly implemented Viksit Bharat–Guarantee for Rozgar and Aajeevika Mission (Gramin) (VB-G RAM G), which provides eligible rural households a statutory guarantee of 125 days of wage employment in a financial year.
Bhubaneswar, Sep 28 (UNI) About 15 percent of Odisha’s sanctioned IAS posts are vacant, with 36 of the 248 sanctioned posts remaining unfilled, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi said in a written reply in the Assembly on Monday.
Aichi-Nagoya (Japan), Sep 28 (UNI) India’s Esha Singh produced a remarkable display of composure under pressure to clinch silver in the women’s 25m Pistol event at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games on Monday, following a dramatic final that saw her battle through multiple shoot-offs before narrowly missing out on gold.
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Mumbai, Sep 28 (UNI) Filmmaker-producer couple Tushar Hiranandani and Nidhi Parmar Hiranandani are set to bring another inspiring real-life story to the screen with "Ragda 25", a film centred on one of the earliest batches of women to train for the Indian Army.
Varanasi, Sep 28 (UNI) Ahead of the Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections, the Janata Dal United (JDU) is orchestrating a major workers'' conference in Kashi on October 25 to expand its organisation. Officials and senior leaders from across the state will participate in this event.
Srinagar, Sept 28 (UNI)10 amendments, including five moved by legislators of the ruling National Conference, have been submitted to the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly resolution seeking the immediate and urgent restoration of full statehood to the union territory, with several legislators seeking to bring references to Article 370, Article 35A, and autonomy into the proposed resolution.
Hyderabad, Sept 27 (UNI) GITAM Innovation Challenge 2026, a national student pitching competition, is offering more than Rs. 50 lakh in combined cash prizes and entrepreneurship support, inviting students from across India to showcase innovative ideas and early-stage ventures.
Thiruvananthapuram, Sep 27 (UNI) As many as 65 films, including newly approved entries, will be screened in different sections on the fourth day of the 18th International Documentary and Short Film Festival of Kerala (IDSFFK) here on Monday.
Thiruvananthapuram, Sept 27 (UNI) Virat Kohli turned the Greenfield International Stadium into a theatre of records on Sunday, reaching 15,000 ODI runs, smashing his 55th century in the format and drawing level with Sachin Tendulkar for the most hundreds in List A cricket during a remarkable innings against the West Indies.
Hyderabad, Sep 27 (UNI) Goshamahal police have arrested a 21-year-old man for allegedly circulating counterfeit Rs 500 currency notes among petty vendors in Begum Bazar and seized 16 fake notes with a face value of Rs 8,000 from his possession, police said on Sunday.
Purulia, Sep 27 (UNI) The West Bengal District Enforcement Branch (DEB) and local police have seized 25 tonnes of suspected counterfeit Super XT 600 TMT bars from a manufacturing plant in Purulia district.
Kochi, Sep 27 (UNI) The 13th edition of Kerala Travel Mart (KTM) 2026 concluded here on Sunday, recording 58,000 business-to-business (B2B) meetings during the four-day event and providing fresh momentum to Kerala’s tourism industry.
Thiruvananthapuram, Sept 27 (UNI) Records in cricket are rather like old monuments. They acquire dust, acquire reverence and, every now and then, someone comes along and climbs over the wall.
Midnapore, Sep 27 (UNI) All fifteen passengers fortunately survived when a ferry carrying them to Nandigram capsized minutes after leaving Terpekhiya ghat on Saturday evening into the Haldi river.
New Delhi, Sep 27 (UNI) Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta today launched 53 development projects worth Rs 214.12 crore in unauthorised colonies across five Assembly constituencies, promising permanent solutions to long-pending civic problems, including waterlogging, poor roads and inadequate drainage.
Vijayawada, Sep 27 (UNI) Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu and Deputy Chief Minister K Pawan Kalyan will launch development works worth Rs 11,085 crore under ‘Palle Panduga 3.0’ at Udayagiri in Nellore district on September 29.
Thiruvananthapuram, Sept 27 (UNI) Justin Greaves'' maiden ODI hundred and Amir Jangoo''s late fireworks lifted West Indies to a challenging 295 for seven against India in the opening ODI at the Greenfield International Stadium here on Sunday.
Lucknow, Sep 27 (UNI) At least 56 people and 107 animals have died in rain-related incidents in Uttar Pradesh in the past 60 hours, while 1,021 houses were damaged amid heavy rainfall and adverse weather conditions across the state, Relief Commissioner Dr Hrishikesh Bhaskar Yashod said on Sunday.
Bhubaneswar, Sep 27 (UNI) East Coast Railway (ECoR) collected Rs 5.89 lakh in fines in August 2026 for 3,028 cases related to activities affecting cleanliness at railway premises, marking a rise from the previous month.
Lucknow, Sep 27 (UNI) The Uttar Pradesh government has made it mandatory for sweet manufacturers and sellers to display the “use by date” on sweets kept for sale from October 15, 2026, in a move aimed at improving food safety and protecting consumer interests.
Mumbai, Sep 27 (UNI) The Sambhaji Brigade today welcomed the Maharashtra government''s decision to declare drought in 265 of the state''s 358 talukas and urged the government to ensure that financial assistance reaches farmers at the earliest.
Jammu, Sep 27 (UNI) Jammu and Kashmir Police have recovered around 300 grams of gold ornaments worth nearly Rs 50 lakh, allegedly stolen from a bank locker in the Gandhi Nagar area here, within 24 hours of registration of the case.
By BD NarayankarThiruvananthapuram, Sept 27 (UNI) For a while, the Greenfield International Stadium looked less like India''s fortress and more like West Indies'' playground.
Panchkula, Sep 27 (UNI) Hisar Police have arrested a proclaimed offender (PO), carrying a reward of Rs 2,000, from Tawru in Nuh district, nearly 11 years after he was declared a proclaimed offender, a police official said on Sunday.
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Lucknow, Sep 27 (UNI) Agra’s zardozi-zari, Amroha’s spices, Ayodhya’s herbal tea, Azamgarh’s black pottery, Kannauj’s perfumes, Gorakhpur’s terracotta jewellery and Banaras carpets.
Faridabad, Sep 27 (UNI) Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Sunday turned the historic Surajkund grounds into a battlefield against narcotics, flagging off the "Nasha-Mukt Haryana Faridabad Namo Marathon 2026" with a blunt, unvarnished warning to addiction.
New Delhi, Sep 27 (UNI) Several bank branches are operating on Sunday, September 27, giving customers an additional opportunity to complete essential banking work before a three-day strike scheduled from September 28 to September 30.
New Delhi, Sep 27 (UNI) Congress leader Pawan Khera on Sunday questioned the Maharashtra government’s water allocation priorities, asking whether farmers and ordinary citizens would be given precedence over the expanding data-centre industry as nearly three-fourths of the state’s talukas face drought conditions.
Lucknow, Sept 27 (UNI) Rain wreaked havoc in Uttar Pradesh due to cyclone Arnab, as more than 58 people lost their lives in different incidents during the past 48 hours.
Washington, Sep 27 (UNI) Legendary singer and songwriter Dolly Parton''s hit 1980 comedy "9 to 5" is set to return to theatres next month for a week-long run in the wake of her death on August 25 at the age of 80.
Mumbai, Sep 26 (UNI) Four persons were killed and five others injured after a container carrying gelatin sticks exploded during welding work at a workshop in Umarkhed area of Maharashtra''s Yavatmal district today, police said.
Jammu, Sep 25 (UNI) As many as 35 families were screened and 70 samples were obtained on Saturday during a free genetic counselling-cum-awareness camp on Thalassemia and Rare Genetic Diseases organised at the Genetic Laboratory and Thalassemia Unit of SMGS Hospital, GMC Jammu, in collaboration with the University of Jammu.
Kochi, Sep 26 (UNI) The 13th edition of the Kerala Travel Mart (KTM 2026), one of the country’s leading tourism and trade fairs, will conclude here tomorrow (Sunday).
Gadchiroli, Sep 26 (UNI) Around 525 people were evacuated to safer locations in Maharashtra''s Gadchiroli district after heavy rainfall in neighbouring Chhattisgarh triggered flooding in the Bhamragad area, officials said today.
Itanagar, Sep 26 (UNI) The Arunachal Pradesh government has announced a series of measures to address the education-related demands of the All Nyishi Students’ union (ANSU), including infrastructure development in 56 identified government schools and steps to make Toru Government Engineering College functional from the 2027-28 academic session.
Patna, Sep 26 (UNI) Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary on Saturday flagged off 58 new highway patrol vehicles aimed at strengthening road safety and ensuring smooth and uninterrupted traffic movement on national highways across the state.
Yavatmal, Sep 26 (UNI) Two persons were killed and five others injured in a powerful gas cylinder explosion while welding work was underway on a tractor in Maharashtra''s Yavatmal district today, officials said.
Shimla, September 26 (UNI) Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Saturday inaugurated and laid foundation stones of 21 development projects worth Rs 136.25 crore covering Balh, Nachan, Mandi Sadar and Karsog Assembly constituencies of Mandi district. The projects, inaugurated and launched at Kansa ground in Balh during the Chief Minister’s one-day visit, include works related to road connectivity, drinking water, healthcare, education, rural development and administrative infrastructure. Sukhu inaugurated several major road projects, including metalling and tarring w.
Mumbai, Sep 26 (UNI) The Maharashtra government has declared drought in 75 per cent of the state, but it has yet to announce concrete financial assistance for affected farmers, state Congress president Harshvardhan Sapkal said today.
Siliguri, Sep 26 (UNI) Fresh concern has emerged over neonatal deaths at Malda Medical College and Hospital, with 55 newborns dying at the hospital between September 1 and September 24.
Pilibhit, Sep26 9UNI) The Pilibhit Tiger Reserve (PTR) will host 65 Indian Forest Service (IFS) officers next month as part of a specialised training and study tour aimed at providing firsthand exposure to field management, wildlife conservation and human-animal conflict mitigation.
Mumbai, Sep 26 (UNI) In a decisive move to cushion the blow of a severe dry spell, the Maharashtra government has officially declared a drought in 265 out of the state’s 358 talukas, asserting that the state treasury''s first right belongs to the "Annadata" (food provider). Addressing the media following extensive ground assessments, Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde emphasized that the Mahayuti government stands firmly behind the state’s agrarian community.
Hyderabad, Sep 26 (UNI) The third edition of the Pink Power Run, aimed at creating awareness about breast cancer, will be held at the HMDA Grounds near Prasads IMAX on Necklace Road here on Sunday.
Chennai, Sep 26 (UNI) A total of 54 pilots from the Defence Forces and three from abroad graduated from the Flying Instructors'' School (FIS) at the Indian Air Force Station Tambaram on Friday.
New York, Sep 26 (UNI) Hurricane Polo regained Category 5 strength on Friday as the powerful storm churned off Mexico’s southwestern coast, packing maximum sustained winds of 180 mph and prompting evacuations, school closures and emergency preparations across several coastal states.
Mumbai, Sep 26 (UNI) The Maharashtra government has declared drought in 265 of the state''s 358 talukas, covering nearly 75 per cent of the state, BJP state chief spokesperson Navnath Ban said on Saturday.
Nagpur/Mumbai, Sep 26 (UNI) The Maharashtra government on Saturday declared drought in 265 of the state''s 358 tehsils following deficient rainfall and prolonged dry spells that have adversely impacted crops across vast parts of the state.
Lucknow, Sep 26 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh has witnessed a major expansion in tourism over the past nine years, with tourist arrivals rising from 21.5 crore in 2016 to more than 156 crore in 2025, marking a nearly 7.25-fold increase.
Bhubaneswar, Sep 26 (UNI) Odisha Government on Saturday raised Anganwadi workers’ clothing allowance to Rs 1,500 and launched a digital system for managing electricity bills at their centres.
Hyderabad, Sept 26 (UNI) The National Land Monetization Corporation (NLMC), a wholly owned Government of India company, has concluded its three-city investor outreach programme ahead of the October e-auction of 459 land parcels belonging to Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Limited (RINL), the corporate entity of Visakhapatnam Steel Plant.
Panchkula, Sept 26 (UNI) Haryana has introduced a new patent and innovation policy that provides up to Rs 50,000 in financial assistance per patent application.
Mumbai, Sep 26 (UNI) In response to a relentless two-month monsoon hiatus and the crippling shadow of El Niño that has scorched Kharif crops across the region, the Maharashtra government has officially declared a severe dry drought in 265 out of the state''s 358 talukas.
Khagaria, Sep 26 (UNI) A bus carrying pilgrims caught fire suddenly on NH-31 in the Mansi police station area of Khagaria district early this morning.
Mumbai, Sep 26 (UNI) The Maharashtra government has decided to declare drought in 265 of the state’s 358 talukas following an assessment of rainfall, water availability and crop conditions, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said.
Nagoya, Sep 26 (UNI) India continued its strong shooting campaign at the Asian Games as Tilottama Sen, Vidarsa K Vinod and Ashi Chouksey fired their way to silver in the women''s 50m rifle 3 positions team event here on Saturday.
Satish Seth Kaithal, Sep 25 (UNI) A Special Court in Kaithal has sentenced Wushu coach and former sports association secretary Deepak Kumar Lot to 10 years of rigorous imprisonment and a fine of Rs 25,000 for raping a female player after giving her an intoxicant-laced cold drink.
Thiruvananthapuram, Sep 25 (UNI): Competition screenings will begin on the second day of the 18th International Documentary and Short Film Festival of Kerala (IDSFFK) on September 26, with a total of 59 films scheduled for screening across various sections.
Itanagar, Sep 25 (UNI) Arunachal Pradesh joined the nationwide observance of ‘Namami Bharatam’ on Friday to commemorate 150 years of Vande Mataram, with 8,251 students, teachers and members of the community participating in programmes held across the state.
Greater Noida, Sept 25 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh International Trade Show 2026 opened on Friday.
Hanamkonda, Sep 25 (UNI) Telangana Panchayat Raj and Rural Development Minister Danasari Anasuya Seethakka on Friday directed officials and contractors to commence rural road works under the Hybrid Annuity Model (HAM) across the state from October 25, stressing the need for quality and long-lasting infrastructure.
Pune, Sep 25 (UNI) The Agri-Horticultural Society of Western India has opposed the Maharashtra government''s reported move to transfer around 2.5 acres of land from the historic Empress Botanical Garden here for construction of a courtAddressing a press conference, Society President Pratap Pawar and Honorary Secretary Suresh Pingale said the proposed transfer could affect the garden''s green cover and biodiversity. They said the 134-year-old garden, maintained by the Society since 1892, has several rare trees and plant species.
Washington, Sep 25 (UNI) Pentagon officials amped up their efforts to get Congress to greenlight President Donald Trump''s proposed $1.5 trillion defence budget for fiscal year 2027, but some Republican senators say the administration began its outreach too late to build the support needed to pass the record request.
New Delhi, Sep 25 (UNI) AIIMS New Delhi recorded more than 50 lakh outpatient visits, over 3.5 lakh admissions and nearly 3 lakh surgeries in the past year, highlighting the enormous scale of patient care at the country’s premier public hospital.
Nandurbar, Sep 25 (UNI) At least five passengers were injured after an ST bus overturned near Ranjani Phata in Taloda while travelling from Taloda towards Sealingpur today, according to preliminary information.
Chennai, Sep 25 (UNI) Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly Speaker JCD.Prabhakar on Friday unveiled the logo and website of the 50th Chennai Book Fair to be organized by the Booksellers and Publishers Association of South India (BAPASI), to be held from January 7-19, 2027, at the sprawling YMCA Ground in Nandanam in the city.
Bengaluru, Sep 25 (UNI) Karnataka Leader of Opposition R Ashoka on Friday launched a sharp attack on the Congress government over its Rs 2,500 drought relief package for farmers, calling the assistance an “insult” to the farming community and demanding compensation linked to the extent of crop loss.
Palghar, Sep 25 (UNI) The body of a 15-year-old boy who went missing after entering the sea to retrieve a football at Suruchi Beach in Vasai on Ganesh Chaturthi was recovered 12 days later near Mordi, close to the Gujarat border in Palghar district, police said.
Hyderabad, Sep 25 (UNI) AI-focused technology company Blue Cloud Softech Solutions Ltd on Friday said its wholly owned US subsidiary, Global Impx Inc (GIX), has received a signed Statement of Work from IBM Cloud Inc for AI infrastructure design, deployment and support services worth USD 15.5 million (about Rs 147 crore).
Kochi, Sep 25 (UNI) Highlighting the unique tourism potential of Keralam, Chief Minister V D Satheesan said his government has set a target of five million foreign tourist footfall to the state in five years, besides raising the domestic tourist arrivals to 100 million during this period.
Hyderabad, Sep 25 (UNI) The Rangareddy CGST Commissionerate has detected an alleged GST evasion of around Rs 5.68 crore through fraudulent registration of a firm as a Special Economic Zone (SEZ) unit and arrested its proprietor.
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Gangtok, Sep 25 (UNI) A major landslide triggered by incessant rainfall caused extensive damage in Rimbi village under the Yuksom-Tashiding constituency of West Sikkim, with at least 35 houses, including government quarters, fully or partially damaged, collapsed or tilted. No casualties have been reported so far.
Bhubaneswar, Sep 25 (UNI) Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Friday said the state government will provide Rs 125 crore in financial assistance for the Rs 452-crore Integrated Power Electronics project being taken up in collaboration with IIT Bhubaneswar.
Nahan, Sep 25 (UNI) A horrific road accident occurred on Friday morning in Nagal Saketi Panchayat of the Nahan Assembly constituency, shocking even those who arrived at the scene.
Chennai, Sep 25 (UNI) Some of the future stars, brimming with talent and promise, will be seen in action in the second round of the MRF 4W Indian National Racing Challenge to be held at the Madras International Circuit, at Irungattukottai, about 40 km from here, this weekend.
Aichi-Nagoya, Sept 25 (UNI) India added another shooting medal to its Asian Games haul as Aishwary Pratap Singh Tomar, Niraj Kumar and Rudrankksh Patil combined to win silver in the men’s 50m rifle 3 positions team event here on Friday.
Mumbai, Sep 24 (UNI) Mrunal Thakur, Huma Qureshi, Vikram Singh Chauhan and Vijay Raaz-starrer Pooja Meri Jaan is set to premiere on ZEE5 in Hindi on October 2.
Mumbai, Sep 24 (UNI) Veteran Hindi film and television actor Mushtaq Khan, best known for his memorable supporting and comic roles, died on Thursday at the age of 56 while undergoing treatment at a hospital in Mumbai.
Tirupati, Sept 24 (UNI) Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) JEO Dr A. Sharath on Thursday directed officials to make elaborate arrangements for the annual Brahmotsavams of Sri Padmavathi Ammavari at Tiruchanoor from December 5 to 14.
Mumbai, Sep 24 ( UNI) Balrampur Chini Mills Limited (BCML) has been awarded Rs.75 crore as grant in assistance by the Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC) under the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Government of India, for establishing a 100 TPA PLA Co-Polymer R&D Facility under the Government''s flagship BioE3 (Biotechnology for Economy, Environment & Employment) initiative.
Visakhapatnam, Sept 24 (UNI) South Coast Railway (SCoR) detected 46,156 cases and collected Rs 3.56 crore in penalties during a 15-day special ticket-checking drive conducted across the zone from September 7 to 21.
Shimla, September 24 (UNI)Himachal Pradesh Governor Kavinder Gupta on Thursday inspected the ongoing four-laning work on NH-205 from Kalar Bala village to Nauni Chowk in Bilaspur district ahead of the proposed visit of President of India to AIIMS Bilaspur and directed the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) officials to complete all requisite arrangements well in advance.
Aichi-Nagoya, Sept 24 (UNI) India enjoyed a productive Day 5 at the Asian Games here on Thursday, adding five medals, including two silver and three bronze, with athletics, wushu, shooting and rowing producing podium finishes.
New Delhi, Sep 24 (UNI) Indian Stock Markets on Thursday ended sharply lower amid weak global cues as the US benchmark Treasury yield climbed to its highest level since 2007. Further, crude oil prices also surged to $105 a barrel adding woes to the markets. .
Patna, Sep 24 (UNI) Taking a stern view of the slow progress of the ongoing special land survey in Bihar, state Revenue and Land Reforms Minister Dilip Kumar Jaiswal today directed officials to prepare a special action plan for the next 15 days in districts and circles lagging behind the prescribed targets.
Tridib BaparnashNew Delhi, Sep 24 (UNI) Naorem Roshibina Devi and India’s mixed 4x400m relay quartet won silver medals, while Seema Kumari (women’s 10000m), the men’s skeet shooting team of Anantjeet Singh Naruka-Parinaaz Dhaliwal and the men’s double sculls pair of Satnam Singh and Salman Khan added bronze medals as India enjoyed a productive Day 5 at the Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya on Thursday.
Thiruvananthapuram, Sep 24 (UNI) Technopark, India’s first IT park, recorded software export revenues of Rs 17,092 crore ($1.78 billion) in 2025-26, registering a year-on-year growth of around 17.3 per cent, according to Technopark authorities.
Gangtok, Sep 24 (UNI) Director (Projects), National Hydroelectric Power Corporation (NHPC), Sanjay Kumar Singh on Thursday visited the Teesta-VI Project to review its progress, preparedness for flushing accumulated toxic gases from HRT Faces 4A and 4B, and the subsequent resumption of work.
Thiruvananthapuram, Sep 24 (UNI) HLL Lifecare Limited, a Miniratna Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, is set to expand its public healthcare retail network to around 600 pharmacy outlets across the country within the next year, taking the number of pharmacists engaged by it to around 4,500.
Mumbai, Sep 24 (UNI) The State Excise Department has arrested a railway attendant for allegedly transporting Goa-manufactured liquor illegally into Maharashtra and seized 61 bottles of foreign liquor worth around Rs 71,560 from him at Thane Railway Station, officials said on Thursday.
Vijayawada, Sep 24 (UNI) Five persons, including a woman and her son, were electrocuted in different incidents in the State on Thursday even as incessant rains wreaked havoc in coastal AP districts.
New Delhi, Sep 24 (UNI) True Hope Foundation has contributed Rs 50 lakh to the Army Central Welfare Fund to support Indian Army personnel and families of Nepali origin affected by the recent floods in Nepal, the Sapta Shakti Command said on Thursday.
Bhubaneswar, Sep 24 (UNI) Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL) will strengthen the skill development ecosystem in Odisha by providing industry-oriented training to 520 candidates, with a special focus on youth, particularly women, from its operational and aspirational districts.
Hyderabad, Sep 24 (UNI) The Telangana Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) today conducted searches at 10 locations in Hyderabad and Zaheerabad as part of the ongoing disproportionate assets case against Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Sankireddy Bheem Reddy of Police Computer Services, O/o the DGP, Telangana.
Srinagar, Sep 24 (UNI) Horticulture continues to remain a key pillar of Jammu and Kashmir’s economy, with around 35 lakh people, including nearly 7.5 lakh families, directly or indirectly dependent on the sector, the government informed the Legislative Assembly on Thursday.
Kolkata, Sep 24 (UNI) Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani on Thursday announced a long-term investment commitment of more than Rs 1 lakh crore in West Bengal by 2045, saying India is "looking east once again" and the state has the potential to play a significant role in the country''s next phase of growth.
Kolkata, Sept 24 (UNI) Adani Group chairman Gautam Adani announced plans to invest more than Rs 1 lakh crore in West Bengal by 2035, with the proposed investments spread across ports, logistics, power generation and distribution, roads and bridges, cement manufacturing and hyperscale data centres.
Bengaluru, Sep 24 (UNI) Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has sought immediate release of about Rs 1,852.65 crore from the Centre as interim drought assistance, warning that the crisis is worsening across the state and could deepen further in the coming months.
Panchkula, Sep 24 (UNI) Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi and Punjab are likely to witness a fresh spell of isolated to scattered rainfall from September 25 to 29, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said on Thursday, as the southwest monsoon continued its withdrawal from parts of northwest India.
Srinagar, Sep 24 (UNI) Jammu division accounts for 5,04,007 of the 5,73,667 Scheduled Tribe-II (ST-II) certificates issued across Jammu and Kashmir, while 69,660 certificates have been issued in the Kashmir division, the Jammu and Kashmir Government informed the Legislative Assembly on Thursday.
Mumbai, Sep 24 (UNI) Shiv Sena (UBT) MLA Aaditya Thackeray has rejected the Rs 500 crore defamation notice served by Satish Salian, father of late Disha Salian, and refused to withdraw his social media posts, apologise or pay the demanded compensation.
Chennai, Sep 23 (UNI) Deepening its probe into the case relating to the sexual assault of several minor girls by Granite baron and Gem Granites owner R.Veeramani, the Chennai CCB police on Wednesday conducted raids at five locations linked to him and the middleman and seized key documentary and digital evidences.
New Delhi, Sep 23 (UNI) The Centre has decided that the salary and wages of all Central government employees for September 2026 may be drawn and disbursed on September 25, in view of a proposed three-day nationwide bank strike from September 28 to 30 and the likelihood of disruption in banking transactions during the period. The decision covers Central government offices, including Defence, Posts and Telecommunications, according to an office memorandum issued by the Ministry of Finance''s Department of Expenditure on September 23.
Bhubaneswar, Sep 23 (UNI) The Odisha government on Wednesday approved 27 major investment projects involving a cumulative investment of Rs 2,47,115.70 crore across 15 districts, with a potential to generate 50,162 jobs.
Bhubaneswar, Sep 23 (UNI) Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi will launch the state’s mega cooperative membership drive, ‘Sambandha’, along with a new mobile application on September 25, aimed at expanding the reach of the cooperative sector and bringing more rural households into the cooperative fold.
Visakhapatnam, Sept 23 (UNI) The CBI Court in Visakhapatnam on Wednesday sentenced a former Sub Postmaster of Kotturu Sub Post Office in Srikakulam district to five years'' simple imprisonment and a fine of Rs 7,000 in a case involving alleged misappropriation of government funds amounting to Rs 47.95 lakh.
Kendrapada, Sep 23 (UNI) A special POCSO court in Kendrapada on Wednesday sentenced a 58-year-old man to 25 years of rigorous imprisonment in a gang-rape of a minor girl and causing her to become six months pregnant.
Hyderabad, Sep 23 (UNI) The Telangana government has decided to provide an ex-gratia of Rs 5 lakh each to the families of children who died in the fire accident at RIMS, Adilabad, Health Minister Damodar Raja Narasimha said on Wednesday.
New York, Sep 23 (UNI) The United States, Japan and South Korea announced an "Implementation Plan" to advance their joint push to export small modular nuclear reactors (SMRs) worldwide, deepening a trilateral pact signed in Ankara earlier this year as Washington and its allies race to expand global nuclear energy capacity.
Jammu, Sep 23 (UNI)Director and CEO of AIIMS Vijaypur (Jammu), Prof. (Dr.) Sanjeev Sinha, said on Wednesday that the institute records an average daily Outpatient Department (OPD) footfall of around 1,500 patients, with the number ranging between 1,000 and 2,000. The hospital caters to patients from across Jammu and Kashmir, Punjab and Himachal Pradesh, and also draws patients from New Delhi.
Hyderabad, Sep 23 (UNI) A large number of students staged a protest at Vidyanagar on Wednesday, demanding immediate release of about Rs 8,500 crore in scholarship and fee reimbursement arrears for 1.4 million students across Telangana.
New Delhi, Sep 23 (UNI) State-run power major NTPC Ltd on Wednesday paid a final dividend of Rs 3,393.83 crore for the financial year 2025-26, taking its total dividend payout for the year to Rs 8,727 crore.
New Delhi, Sep 23 (UNI) The Delhi government has sanctioned Rs 1,850.66 crore as the second instalment of Basic Tax Assignment (BTA) funds for 2026-27 to the three civic bodies, with the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) receiving the bulk of the allocation, officials said on Wednesday.
New Delhi, Sep 23 (UNI) State-owned oil marketing companies (OMCs) are facing increasing pressure on their fuel marketing margins as a sharp rise in crude oil prices has not been matched by revisions in domestic petrol and diesel prices, according to rating agency Icra.
Washington, Sep 23 (UNI) US President Donald Trump’s Board of Peace is set to unveil a six-month, $2.45 billion recovery plan for Gaza at a meeting of its members on Wednesday, outlining a 66-project programme covering housing, infrastructure, economic recovery and security.
New Delhi, Sep 23 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday marked eight years of Ayushman Bharat, highlighting the scheme''s reach to more than 60 crore beneficiaries and saying its expansion had brought affordable healthcare and financial protection against medical expenses to millions of Indians.
Hyderabad, Sep 23 (UNI) The Meteorological Centre on Wednesday issued a red alert, forecasting very heavy to extremely heavy rainfall at isolated places in Komuram Bheem Asifabad, Mancherial, Jayashankar Bhupalpally, Mulugu and Bhadradri Kothagudem districts of Telangana on September 24.
Chennai, Sep 23 (UNI) Averring that a total of 53 deaths were reported in IITs across the country in the last five years, Tamil Nadu Congress Committee (TNCC) President and Lok Sabha MP B.Manickam Tagore on Wednesday said the most disturbing aspect of it was 62 per cent of them are SC, ST, OBC students and wanted the government headed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi do come out openy on the issue without concealing any facts..
Panchkula, Sep 23 (UNI) A driver has been apprehended for allegedly misusing his employer’s bank cards and documents to fraudulently transfer Rs 15.64 lakh into his own account, a police official said on Wednesday.
Aichi-Nagoya, Sept 23 (UNI) India stormed into the men’s kabaddi semifinals at the Asian Games 2026 with a commanding 48-25 victory over Bangladesh in their Group A clash here on Wednesday.
Lucknow, Sep 23 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday launched Bharat Taxi and Mukhyamantri Krishak Samriddhi Yojana, taking two major steps for taxi drivers and farmers in the state.
Panchkula, Sep 23 (UNI) A national pensioners’ body has asked the Centre and the 8th Central Pay Commission to reconsider the 15-year waiting period for restoration of commuted pension, seeking restoration after 11 years as an interim measure and a fresh actuarial review to determine whether the existing period remains justified.
Hamirpur(HP), Sep 22 (UNI) A shining example of talent at the grassroot level has emerged from Government Polytechnic College, Hamirpur (Baroo), where Sarvesh Sharma, a student at the college, has successfully developed a drone designed to solve a major challenge faced by the Indian Army; the drone is engineered to evade enemy radar detection and resist jamming attempts.
Kangra, Sep 22 (UNI) Kangra SDM Dr Anjali Garg today directed Revenue officials to expedite the disposal of pending cases and ensure that all Jamabandis (land records) are updated by October 5.
Panchkula, Sep 22 (UNI) The Haryana government has notified new service rules for guest teachers, setting their retirement age at 58 and laying down detailed provisions governing leave, transfers, foreign travel, disciplinary action, and resignation. The School Education Department notified the Haryana Guest Teachers Service Rules, 2026 on Tuesday.
Raipur/Raigarh, Sept 22 (UNI) Students of Raigarh Degree College in Chhattisgarh staged a theatrical presentation on Prime Minister Narendra Modi''s 25 years in public life at the ''Namo Seva: Untold Stories'' programme on Monday, highlighting themes of public service, national development and social responsibility. The programme, held at the Sant Pujya Priyadarshi Ram Ji Auditorium in Panjri Plant under the Seva Sankalp Abhiyan, was attended by Deputy Chief Minister Arun Sao, who watched the performance and praised the students for their creativity and presentation.
Bhubaneswar, Sep 22 (UNI) Fifteen representatives of Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs) in Odisha have been suspended in the last two years in connection with cases of alleged corruption and misappropriation of government funds, while prosecution has been initiated against four others, Panchayati Raj and Drinking Water Minister Rabi Narayan Naik told the Assembly today.
Lucknow, Sep 22 (UNI) In view of food quality and consumer health, the Uttar Pradesh Food Safety and Drug Administration Department conducted intensive inspections of fast food and restaurant establishments in five districts of the state: Kanpur Nagar, Agra, Ghaziabad, Prayagraj, and Varanasi, under the "Shudh Hi Shubh Hai" campaign.
Mumbai, Sep 22 ( UNI) The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) issued an order here today that it has settled all adjudication proceedings against five Adani Group companies for a one-time total payment of Rs 1.51 crore in a matter involving allegations of related-party transaction (RPT) disclosures and corporate governance issues, which were highlighted in the Hindenburg Report.
Durgapur, Sep 22 (UNI) In a major boost to medical education in the state, Bengal has recorded the highest increase in government MBBS seats in the country for the 2026-27 academic session and the enhancement in recent times was 975 seats, the senior Health officials said. .
Shillong, Sep 22 (UNI) A total of 659 electors across Meghalaya have been found ‘ineligible’ for inclusion in the final electoral roll after the prescribed process, while 17,97,168 electors from the draft electoral roll are reported as ‘eligible’ so far for final publication, an election official said on Tuesday.
Bhubaneswar, Sep 22 (UNI) As many as 775 senior citizens from eight districts of Odisha on Tuesday embarked on a pilgrimage to the holy cities of Varanasi and Ayodhya under the Baristha Nagarika Tirtha Yatra Yojana (BNTYY).
Satish Seth Kaithal, Sep 22 (UNI) During an operation against illegal liquor in Dera Garja Singh, Kaithal district, police found liquor-making equipment and recovered 650 litres of liquor from a tank on the roof of the house.
Hyderabad, Sep 22 (UNI) Telangana Welfare Minister Adluri Laxman Kumar on Tuesday said 7,563 cases of atrocities against Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes had been registered in the state since 2023.
Hyderabad, Sep 22 (UNI) Shirdi Sai Electricals Ltd (SSEL) has shipped its first extra-high voltage (EHV) power transformer, a 175 MVA, 345 kV unit, from its Naini manufacturing facility in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, to the United States.
Panchkula, Sep 22 (UNI) A Fatehabad court has sentenced a man to two years'' imprisonment and imposed a fine of Rs 20,000 after convicting him in an eight-year-old NDPS case involving the recovery of 5.5 kg of poppy husk, prosecution officials said. .
Panchkula, Sep 22 (UNI) Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Tuesday directed BJP workers to treat every organisational post as a responsibility for public service rather than a mere title, urging them to carry Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s 25-year record in executive office and the party’s welfare agenda to every household through the ongoing Seva Sankalp Abhiyan.
Dhule, Sep 22 (UNI) The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has stopped the transportation of 5,385 kg of mawa powder, allegedly being transported from Ahmedabad to Akola for the preparation of sweets during the Ganesh festival. The consignment was intercepted in the Morane area with the assistance of Dhule Taluka Police.
Aizawl, Sep 22 (UNI) Nearly half a kilogram of heroin was seized during a joint operation by Mizoram Excise and Narcotics officials and Assam Rifles personnel along the Mizoram-Myanmar border on Tuesday, with one person arrested for alleged possession and trafficking of the contraband.
Bhubaneswar, Sep 22 (UNI) As many as 256 wild elephants died in Odisha between 2023-24 and 2025-26, including 13 killed by poachers, Forest Minister Ganesh Ram Singhkhuntia informed the state Assembly on Tuesday.
Lucknow, Sep 22 (UNI) The Election Commission of India ECI) Tuesday announced the schedule for the biennial elections to the Uttar Pradesh Legislative Council for 11 seats on October 23.
Srinagar, Sep 22 (UNI) Government departments and agencies in Jammu and Kashmir have outstanding electricity dues of Rs 4,385.30 crore, with the Public Health Engineering Department accounting for the largest share of the arrears.
Siliguri, Sep 22 (UNI) West Bengal Agriculture Marketing Minister Dilip Ghosh on Tuesday said the retail price of onion is expected to come down to around Rs 35 per kg within this month and before Durga Puja, while the price of sugar is also likely to be brought down to Rs 50 per kg or below in North Bengal before the festival.
New Delhi, Sep 22 (UNI) The All India Football Federation (AIFF) and Capri Sports have entered into a 15-year partnership for the commercial development and marketing rights of the Indian Women’s League (IWL) and Indian Women’s League 2 (IWL 2).
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Panchkula, Sep 22 (UNI) In line with the welfare-oriented directives of Director General of Police (DGP) Haryana, Ajay Singhal, the Haryana Police has stepped forward to share in the personal milestones of its personnel, presenting shagun checks of Rs 2.5 lakh each to two police employees in Hisar on the occasion of their daughters'' marriages, a police spokesperson said here on Monday.
Hyderabad, Sep 22 (UNI) BRS Working President K T Rama Rao on Tuesday expressed deep anguish over the deaths of infants in the fire incident at the RIMS Hospital in Adilabad and demanded immediate, specialised medical treatment for the other affected infants.
Lucknow, Sep 22 (UNI) There used to be a fierce competition for admissions to D.El.Ed (Diploma in Elementary Education), also known as BTC (Basic Training Certificate) in Uttar Pradesh, and this led to the opening of numerous private colleges in the state. But now, the situation has reached a point where colleges are facing closure due to a lack of students. Around 25 colleges in the state have applied for withdrawal of recognition.
Mumbai, Sep 22 (UNI) The Initial Public Offering of National Stock Exchange of India was subscribed 5.71 times.
Washington, Sept 22 (Sputnik/UNI) The US Administration of President Donald Trump has proposed a $5 billion investment in a new fund that will help Middle East countries reconstruct the energy infrastructure damaged during the war against Iran, The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) reported, citing sources.
Thiruvananthapuram, Sep 21 (UNI) Kerala''s railway sector is witnessing a major expansion with the Centre increasing the railway allocation for the state to Rs 3,795 crore for the 2026-27 financial year from Rs 372 crore during the previous government''s tenure, while development works worth more than Rs 20,000 crore are currently under way across the state.
Panchkula, Sep 21 (UNI) The Directorate of Secondary Education, Haryana, has decided to grant provisional or temporary affiliation for the 2026-27 academic session to 514 existing and unrecognised private schools across the state, according to a memo issued here on Saturday. .
Panchkula, Sep 21 (UNI) Haryana has rolled out a new law giving eligible manufacturing MSMEs a 15-working-day window for in-principle approval and a 36-month shield from routine inspections and coercive action, in a major attempt to cut regulatory delays for new units and existing enterprises expanding operations in the state.
Mumbai, Sep 21 (UNI) The State Excise Department has seized Goa-made liquor worth Rs 1.49 crore being illegally transported to Gujarat through Maharashtra and arrested the truck driver in Mahad, officials said on Monday.
Hyderabad, Sep 21 (UNI) Mahavir International Secunderabad will organise a spiritual concert and a Dandiya Ras evening in Hyderabad on October 2 and 3, with the proceeds earmarked for its initiatives in education, healthcare and skill development.
Tirumala, Sept 21 (UNI) As many as 505 artistes from 20 cultural troupes representing seven Indian states and Germany entertained devotees during the Surya Prabha Vahana Seva as part of the ongoing Srivari Salakatla Brahmotsavams here on Monday.
New Delhi, Sep 21 (UNI) Delhi will add 150 new electric buses (e-bus) to its public transport fleet next month, Transport Minister Pankaj Kumar Singh said on Monday after reviewing preparations with officials of the Transport Department. .
New Delhi, Sep 21 (UNI) Negotiations between India and Canada for a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) are moving at a faster pace, with the fifth round of talks scheduled to begin on October 5, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said on Monday.
New Delhi, Sep 21 (UNI) The Indian stock market ended higher on Monday amid cooling crude oil prices and bond yields, which also spurred risk-on sentiment on Dalal Street.
Moscow, Sep 21 (UNI) Russian President Vladimir Putin''s United Russia party has secured a record 355 seats in the 450-member State Duma, according to preliminary results from the Central Election Commission, extending the party''s parliamentary dominance in an election in which openly critical opposition forces were largely excluded.
Pune, Sep 21 ( UNI) Around 5,000 dhol players from 151 dhol-tasha troupes are expected to participate in a mega collective percussion event to be held in Pimpri-Chinchwad on October 4.
Srinagar, Sep 21 (UNI) Ladakh Lieutenant Governor, Vinai Kumar Saxena, has approved enhancement of the monthly emoluments of Nambardars from Rs 1,500 to Rs 5,000 per month, a substantial increase of over 233 per cent, officials said on Monday.
Hyderabad, Sept 21 (UNI) Andhra Pradesh Heavy Machinery and Engineering Limited (APHMEL), a subsidiary of Singareni Collieries Company Limited (SCCL), has recorded its highest-ever net profit of Rs 23.33 crore in 2025-26, marking a turnaround for the company that had once faced closure with accumulated losses of about Rs 21 crore.
Aichi-Nagoya, Sep 21 (UNI) Two-time junior world champion Aryan made a commanding start to his Asian Games campaign, brushing aside Afghanistan’s Safi Shahzada 2-0 to enter the men’s 56kg sanda quarterfinals here on Monday.
Varanasi, Sep 21 (UNI) The Indian Air Force (IAF) is set to organise the "Indian Air Force Aerial Display: 2026" on October 25 at Namo Ghat in Varanasi, in order to provide citizens and visitors with an opportunity to revisit a legacy defined by courage, precision and service.
Hyderabad, Sep 21 (UNI) Heavy to very heavy rainfall is likely to occur at isolated places in Telangana on September 23, 24 and 25, the Meteorological Centre said on Monday.
Mumbai, Sep 21 (UNI) Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has ordered that 65,866 vacant posts in various state government departments must be filled up through recruitments as soon as possible, sources said here on Monday.
Chandigarh, Sep 21 (UNI) The southwest monsoon has begun its withdrawal from parts of Haryana and Punjab, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasting largely dry weather across the two states and Chandigarh for the next five days before the possibility of isolated rainfall returns towards the weekend.
(rpt, correcting header)Meerut, Sep 21 (UNI) BJP national president Nitin Nabin arrived in Meerut on Monday for a two-day visit to western Uttar Pradesh and received a grand welcome involving 25 bulldozers during his first visit to the city.
Meerut, Sep 21 (UNI) BJP national president Nitin Nabin arrived in Meerut on Monday for a two-day visit to western Uttar Pradesh and received a grand welcome involving 25 bulldozers during his first visit to the city.
Panchkula, Sep 20 (UNI) As his father lay brain-dead, his son, an Army personnel, and other members of his family today chose to donate the dying man''s five organs, turning their personal tragedy into a lifeline for strangers.
Pune, Sep 20 (UNI) The southwest monsoon has begun its retreat, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) announcing that withdrawal has commenced from parts of west Rajasthan.
New Delhi, Sept 20 (UNI) North Delhi'' Burari is all set for a major infrastructure upgrade with a comprehensive plan to improve roads, drainage and connectivity across the area, the works that are going to address the area''s woes related to drainage and other civic problems.
Dharashiv, Sep 20 (UNI) The Swabhimani Shetkari Sanghatana on Sunday staged a protest by burning damaged soybean crops in around 50 villages of Tuljapur taluka in Dharashiv district, alleging that a prolonged dry spell had caused extensive losses to soybean growers.
Accra, Sep 20 (UNI) Ghana has stepped up preparations for the inaugural FIFA U-15 World Cup and Festival, which opens on October 22 in Baku, Azerbaijan. .
Panchkula, Sep 20 (UNI) Haryana has fixed the subsidised sale price of certified wheat seed at Rs 1,080 for a 40-kg bag for the Rabi 2026-27 season, providing farmers a subsidy of Rs 1,695 per quintal, according to an order issued by the state Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Department.
Mumbai, Sep 20 (UNI) Samajwadi Party MLA Rais Shaikh today asked the BJP to clarify its stand on the BMC''s plan to demolish slum structures taller than 14 feet and said the civic body''s drive, starting October 1, could affect around 39,000 families.
Panchkula, Sep 20 (UNI) Haryana Police seized 35 cartons of firecrackers allegedly stored illegally inside a residential house in Karnal district and arrested the house owner after he failed to produce a valid licence or permit, a police spokesperson said on Sunday.
Panchkula, Sep 19 (UNI) The Haryana government has approved 21 rural pathway and link-road projects worth about Rs 8.53 crore in the Kalka Assembly constituency, covering a total length of nearly 19.646 km, MLA Shakti Rani Sharma said.
Panchkula, Sep 20 (UNI) As many as 856 motorists were caught driving under the influence of alcohol in Gurugram in just 18 days, highlighting the continuing threat posed by drunk driving to commuters and other road users, a Haryana Police spokesperson said on Sunday.
Kaithal, Sep 20 (UNI) More than one lakh devotees from across the country are expected to gather at Agroha Dham on October 25 for the grand annual National Fair, which will celebrate religious faith, social unity, cultural heritage, and harmony.
Panchkula, Sep 20 (UNI) The Haryana government has approved 21 rural pathway and link-road projects worth about Rs 8.53 crore in the Kalka Assembly constituency, covering a total length of nearly 19.646 km, MLA Shakti Rani Sharma said.
Oslo, Sep 20 (UNI) Eritrea''s Dawit Seare and Ethiopia''s Likina Amebaw won the men''s and women''s 5km titles respectively at the World Athletics Road Running Championships in Copenhagen. Seare overtook Olympic 5,000m champion Jakob Ingebrigtsen in the closing stages to win in an Eritrean record of 12 minutes 56 seconds on Saturday.
Lonavala Sep 20 (UNI) The investigation into the Ketan Agrawal murder case has gained momentum, with Lonavala police filing a 5,053-page chargesheet before the court.
Panchkula, Sep 20 (UNI) The Haryana State Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Bureau (SV&ACB) on Sunday arrested a CID inspector red-handed while allegedly accepting a Rs 5 lakh bribe in exchange for allowing mining vehicles to operate without interception between Yamunanagar and Karnal.
Panchkula, Sep 20 (UNI) The Haryana State Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Bureau (SV&ACB) on Saturday arrested a CID inspector red-handed while allegedly accepting a Rs 5 lakh bribe for allowing mining vehicles to operate without interception between Yamunanagar and Karnal.
Hyderabad, Sep 20 (UNI) Telangana is likely to receive heavy to very heavy rainfall at isolated places from September 22 to 25, the Meteorological Centre said on Sunday.
Nisshin (Japan), Sept 20 (UNI) Shafali Verma smashed a blistering unbeaten century to power India to 195 for four against Bangladesh in the second semi-final of the women''s cricket competition at the Asian Games here on Sunday.
Nilambur (Kerala), Sep 20 (UNI) The transfer of Nilambur North Divisional Forest Officer P. Dhaneesh Kumar has raised questions as a special investigation into the alleged encroachment of 657.8708 hectares of forest land in the division is reportedly at a crucial stage.
Nashik, Sep 19 (UNI) Sculptor Bhagwandas Kharote from Deola has created 291 miniature gold idols of Lord Ganesha within an area of just 1.25 square inches, showcasing an extraordinary feat of craftsmanship.
Raipur, Sep 19 (UNI) The monsoon has produced sharply different rainfall patterns across Chhattisgarh this year, with Balrampur having received 1,488.5 mm since June 1, equivalent to 169.7 per cent of its normal rainfall, while Kanker has recorded 945.7 mm, just 67 pc of normal- the lowest in the state.
Chandigarh, Sep 19 (UNI) Punjab Police arrested 269 people and raided 593 locations linked to suspected gangster associates across the state on Saturday, as part of an intensified campaign against organised crime, police said.
Panchkula, Sep 19 (UNI) Panchkula Police have arrested the 13th accused in a Rs 1.50-crore online trading fraud case in which a resident was allegedly lured through Telegram with promises of high returns, shown fictitious profits on a trading app and later asked to pay a 30 per cent “tax” when he sought to withdraw his money, a police spokesperson said on Saturday.
Panchkula, Sep 19 (UNI) Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Saturday announced that Rs 5.15 crore collected as interest on EDC and IDC from Kashmiri Pandits allotted plots in Sector 2, Bahadurgarh, would be refunded.
Visakhapatnam, Sept 19 (UNI) Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Saturday distributed conveyance deeds to 28,445 beneficiaries, ending a decades-long wait for ownership rights over their house sites under the Pedalaku Pattabhishekam–Mee Illu Mee Hakku programme here.
Mumbai, Sep 19 (UNI) The Petrol Dealers’ Association, Mumbai, has written a letter to the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) requesting a complete exemption for fuel retailers from the proposed UPI MDR charges, even as it also warned of not accepting UPI payments at fuel stations across the city from October 15, if MDR (Merchant Discount Rate) charges are imposed on UPI transactions above Rs 2,000.
Kochi, Sep 19 (UNI) More than 150 women participated in a two-wheeler riding training programme organised by Royal Brothers, in partnership with Moto Business Service India (MBSI), a subsidiary of Yamaha Motor, Japan, in Kochi on Saturday.
Thiruvananthapuram, Sep 19 (UNI) The Kerala Government will provide a subsidy of Rs 30,000 to owners of electric passenger autorickshaws under its e-mobility promotion scheme, with online applications to be accepted from September 25.
Chennai, Sep 19 (UNI) In a major boost to public sector recruitment, 125 candidates received their official appointment letters across various union Government Ministries during the Rozgar Mela hosted at the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Tiruchirappalli today.
Mumbai, Sep 19 (UNI) Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena MLA Aaditya Thackeray’s lawyer accepted the Rs 500-Crore legal defamation notice which was hand delivered by Disha Salian’s father Satish Salian and his lawyer Nilesh Ojha at the doorsteps of the Bandra East Thackeray residence ‘Matoshree’ at 4.30 on Saturday evening. .
Lucknow, Sep 19 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh’s effort to take heritage learning beyond textbooks gained momentum this week, with nearly 15,000 students and teachers visiting the State Museum in Lucknow during the first seven days of a year-long free educational museum campaign.
Bhubaneswar, Sep 19 (UNI) Odisha has emerged as a ‘frontrunner’ among large states in the Indian Electric Mobility Index (IEMI) 2025, scoring 55 overall, according to an assessment unveiled at a NITI Aayog meeting in New Delhi, said officials on Saturday.
Bhubaneswar, Sep 19 (UNI) Odisha has emerged as a “Frontrunner” among large states in the Indian Electric Mobility Index (IEMI) 2025, recording an overall score of 55 and showing significant progress in transport electrification and charging infrastructure.
Kakinada, Sep 19 (UNI) The Indian Coast Guard''s Kakinada unit, in coordination with the district administration and industrial units, removed over 500 kg of plastic and solid waste from NTR Beach here on Saturday as part of International Coastal Cleanup Day.
Lucknow, Sep 19 (UNI) The Uttar Pradesh government on Saturday intensified measures to prevent and control Lumpy Skin Disease (LSD) among livestock, deploying 606 veterinary teams across 25 districts to monitor animals, step up vaccination and ensure timely treatment.
Mumbai, Sep 19 (UNI) The Neem Karoli Baba biopic Hanuman Ansh, starring Shobhinaw Satyaa, continued its remarkable box-office run as it ranked the third highest-grossing Hindi language film in 2026, with a collection of Rs 4.75-5 crore net on its seventh week.
New Delhi, Sep 19 (UNI) The inaugural edition of the AIFF U15 Women’s Youth League is set to kick off on October 15, at the Sporting Planet Sports Complex in Belagavi, Karnataka. The tournament will see a total of 16 teams participating from across the country, divided into four groups of four. The top two teams from each group will progress to the quarter-finals, followed by the semi-finals.
Thiruvananthapuram, Sep 19 (UNI) The Travancore Devaswom Employees Front has alleged serious irregularities and financial loss in the auction proceedings for monopoly rights (Kuthaka Lelam) for the forthcoming Sabarimala pilgrimage season, claiming that a delay in awarding the jaggery contract alone could cost the Travancore Devaswom Board more than ₹3.75 crore.
Bhiwandi, Sep 19 (UNI) Police have filed a voluminous 3,500-page chargesheet before a court in Bhiwandi in connection with an alleged leak of the Maharashtra Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) examination paper, authorities said.
New Delhi, Sep 19 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday distributed more than 51,000 appointment letters to newly recruited youth in various departments and organisations of the Government of India at the 20th Rozgar Mela, saying India’s youth power would remain central to the country’s journey towards a developed India, or Viksit Bharat.
New Delhi, Sep 18 (UNI) India''s semiconductor ambitions received a major boost at SEMICON India 2026, with 25 strategic announcements and collaborations unveiled on Day 2, spanning chip manufacturing, advanced packaging, materials, logistics, power electronics, chip design and workforce development.