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Amitabh Kant urges India lead BRICS on trade and climate
Amitabh Kant emphasized India's role in shaping a progressive BRICS agenda, fostering India-China ties, and addressing West Asia complexities during the upcoming summit.
Supreme Court rejects Abu Salem's plea for early release
The Supreme Court dismissed Abu Salem's plea for premature release, citing that India's assurance to Portugal on his 25-year imprisonment term will be addressed in 2030.
NIA says AGuH plot included Red Fort and Lucknow targets
The NIA chargesheet reveals terrorists planned attacks on key locations in Lucknow, including UP Vidhan Sabha and Lok Bhavan, alongside the Red Fort blast that claimed 11 lives.
Uttarakhand BJP starts 'Modi Birthday Month' to highlight Dhami achievements
Uttarakhand begins PM Modi’s birthday celebrations on 16 September, coinciding with CM Pushkar Singh Dhami’s 51st birthday and highlighting his governance ahead of state elections.
MPSC aspirant Prathamesh dies by suicide amid 2.5L debt
A 28-year-old MPSC aspirant in Pune died by suicide, leaving a two-page note naming 19 people and detailing debts amounting to Rs 2.5 lakh.
Kerala renames old-age homes 'Snehalayam' to foster warmth for seniors
Kerala government, following a State Human Rights Commission directive, has renamed old-age homes as "Snehalayam" to foster warmth and dignity for senior citizens.
Modi to welcome BRICS leaders at 18th summit in Delhi
The 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi on September 12-13 will host leaders from 11 member nations, partner countries, and global organizations under India’s chairmanship.
BJP's Janmabhoomi resident editor K Kunhikannan dies after a fall
K. Kunhikannan, veteran journalist and BJP leader, passed away at 72 after a fall. He was a prominent figure in Kerala’s media and political circles for decades.
Narendra Modi and Xi Jinping may meet at BRICS summit
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping are likely to meet on Saturday during the Brics Summit, marking Xi's first visit to India in seven years.
Nageswara Rao dies by suicide after cricket betting, investment schemes
A 36-year-old Telangana man, Nageswara Rao, died by suicide after a video call to his wife, citing financial distress from cricket betting and investment losses.
PM Narendra Modi to speak at BRICS Business Forum Friday
Global corporate leaders from Huawei, Alibaba, Emirates Airline, and others will join PM Modi's address at the BRICS Business Forum focused on resilience and sustainability.
India sends 130 tons aid and 54 experts to Nepal
India has intensified aid to Nepal, delivering 130+ tons of supplies and deploying expert teams for rescue, tunnel operations, and forensic victim identification.
Saifee Hospital Trust sues Dr. Asiya Khan Luqman for ₹125cr
Saifee Hospital Trust has sued trainee Dr. Asiya Khan Luqman for ₹125 crore, alleging her social media posts on harassment and illegal work hours are defamatory.
Anganwadi workers stage protest in Mumbai over contaminated THR
Anganwadi workers in Maharashtra staged a day-long protest at Azad Maidan, highlighting concerns over substandard Take Home Ration (THR) supplied to children and pregnant women.
Maharashtra starts sugar crushing October 15, 2026 after 40% August 2026 surge
The Maharashtra government has advanced the sugarcane crushing season to October 15, overriding expert advice, to address a 40% price surge and replenish dwindling sugar stocks.
Rohan Parekh stopped with armed bodyguard over fake PMO ID
A 24-year-old, Rohan Parekh, was arrested for forging a PMO identity card to impress his family. He attempted to gain entry into Jio World Plaza with an armed bodyguard.
Six-story PG evacuation in Chirag spotlights Delhi student housing safety
A Chirag Delhi PG developed severe cracks, forcing students to evacuate and seek temporary shelter at Shaheed Bhagat Singh College amid rising safety concerns.
IMD: Delhi to see light rain Friday, no warnings issued
Delhi experienced a cool, breezy morning as the IMD forecasted light rain and a generally cloudy sky today, bringing relief after several days of warm and dry conditions.
Gandhinagar construction site accident traps 15 workers all rescued overnight
Fifteen workers were rescued after a metal slab collapsed at a construction site in Gandhinagar's Kudasan area; 12 were hospitalised, all reported safe.
Satya Niketan building collapse kills 7, hostel daze under inspection
Two Hostel Daze-run PGs revealed severe fire and building code violations, including obstructed exits and narrow staircases, echoing issues from previous Delhi tragedies.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi orders ministers to simplify government websites
PM Narendra Modi urged ministers to simplify government websites for easy access to welfare schemes, emphasizing mobile compatibility and streamlined navigation for citizens.
India's Department of Telecommunications FRI stops ₹5,043.7cr cyber fraud
India's telecom-led Financial Fraud Risk Indicator helped block fraudulent transactions of Rs 5,043.7 crore in 15 months by assigning risk ratings to mobile numbers.
Saharanpur's 119-year-old mosque demolished before UP polls, sparking unease
Demolition of a 119-year-old mosque in Saharanpur and notices to other mosques in Uttar Pradesh spark concerns of communal targeting ahead of Assembly elections.
Noida airport's 1st foreign landing involves 3 Russian military planes
Three Russian military aircraft, including an IL-76, made the first foreign landing at Noida Airport on Tuesday, ahead of President Putin's visit for the 18th BRICS Summit.
Goods train derails at Kathua's Chann Aroria station, no injuries
A goods train derailed at Chann Aroria railway station in J&K’s Kathua district on Wednesday morning, with no injuries or damages reported, officials confirmed.
Report at CII summit says corrosion costs India ₹1.42L cr
India's infrastructure sector loses ₹1.42 lakh crore yearly to corrosion, with potential savings of ₹49,580 crore achievable through better prevention and protection measures.
India's electricity demand surpasses 260 GW amid El Nino
India's power demand surged past 260 GW in early September due to sultry weather and deficient rainfall, straining thermal plants as coal inventories hit critically low levels.
IMD says India monsoon 15% short due to El Nino
India faces a 15% monsoon rainfall deficit due to El Nino, threatening key summer-sown crops like pulses and soybeans, with potential yield contractions of up to 20%.
India to host 18th BRICS Summit with Xi Jinping visiting
India, under PM Modi's leadership, will host the 18th BRICS Summit, emphasizing startups, resilient supply chains, and green energy for practical global outcomes.
MHA proposes Article 371 amendment to create elected Ladakh body
The Union Ministry of Home Affairs has proposed a new Chapter K under Article 371 to establish an elected legislative body in Ladakh with powers over key regional matters.
India sends 54 specialists and 130+ tons to flood-hit Nepal
India has sent over 130 tonnes of relief supplies and deployed 54 specialists to assist Nepal in rescue, relief, and forensic operations following devastating floods.
NIA hasn't dropped UAPA against US mercenary VanDyke, 6 Ukrainians
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has said it is still probing the terror angle in the case against American mercenary Matthew Aaron VanDyke and six Ukrainian nationals.
'Thanda kar dunga...': UP cop warns protesting students
A viral video has surfaced showing a police officer threatening students protesting at Gorakhpur's Deen Dayal Upadhyaya University (DDU).
Tukaram Mundhe's FDA suspends licenses of ISKCON's restaurants after raids
The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA), led by Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe, has suspended the licenses of three restaurants at the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON), Hare Krishna Land in Juhu, Mumbai.
Bharat Ratna scientist CNR Rao gets SIR notice
Professor CNR Rao, a distinguished scientist and Bharat Ratna awardee, has been served a notice for a hearing to verify his identity after a discrepancy in the spelling of his name was found during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Karnataka.
Delhi PG operator arrested; bulldozer action ordered against illegal structures
The operator of a South Delhi hostel, which collapsed on Sunday killing seven people, has been arrested.
'How dare Noida magistrate....': CJI fumes after student sent notice
The Supreme Court has questioned the issuance of a notice by the Greater Noida Executive Magistrate to a student, allegedly for campaigning for protests by the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP).
How to modify your marriage certificate in India
Modifying a marriage certificate in India can be a daunting task for many. However, knowing the right process and requirements can make it easier.
Kanpur engineer detained in Russia returns home
Chandan Gupta, a Kanpur-based engineer who was detained in Russia, has been released and returned home safely.
Putin-Modi meeting ahead of BRICS: Su-57, nuclear energy on agenda
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will hold a bilateral meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday, a day ahead of the summit of BRICS leaders in New Delhi.
Former Delhi chief secretary Rakesh Mehta dies by suicide
Former Delhi Chief Secretary Rakesh Mehta has died by suicide at his home in Noida.
Fake PMO official arrested over Modi security scare duped: Lawyer
Rohan Parekh, the man arrested for allegedly impersonating a Prime Minister's Office (PMO) official, ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's event at the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre in Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC) in Mumbai, has been remanded in police custody till September 11.
NIA chargesheets US mercenary Van Dyke, others but drops UAPA
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has filed a chargesheet against seven foreign nationals, including United States citizen and mercenary Matthew Aaron Van Dyke and six Ukrainians, for illegal entry, stay and movement in India.
Security scare ahead of Modi's event; one held with gun
Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's event at the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre in Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC) in Mumbai, the Mumbai Police on Monday detained two people.
SC may examine building safety issues pan-India after Delhi collapse
The Supreme Court is considering examining building safety issues on a pan-India basis after the tragic Satya Niketan building collapse in Delhi.
Satya Niketan collapse: Owner, wife sent to 14-day judicial custody
A Delhi court has remanded Hariram Gupta, the owner of the paying guest (PG) accommodation in Satya Niketan that collapsed, and his wife Urmila Gupta to 14 days of judicial custody. Their son Mahesh Gupta was sent to two days of police custody.
CJI denies Aravalli panel extension, sets November 30 deadline
Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant has rejected a request for an extension by a high-powered committee on the Aravalli hills definition.
'We will rock you': Modi walks ramp at Vadodara university
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for development projects worth over ₹35,000 crore in Vadodara, Gujarat.
'Historic achievement...': PM inaugurates ₹35,000 crore development projects in Vadodara
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday inaugurated development projects worth over ₹35,000 crore in Vadodara, Gujarat.
IMD predicts heavy rainfall in several states in coming days
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted heavy rainfall in several states over the next few days.
How Delhi's air quality can improve 20% by 2040
A new report by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and the Climate and Clean Air Coalition (CCAC) has revealed that Delhi could reduce its PM2.5 exposure burden by 20% by 2040.
ECI withdraws SIR notice to Padma Shri awardee Harekala Hajabba
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has withdrawn a notice issued to Padma Shri awardee Harekala Hajabba, HT reported.
'Orwellian Dystopia': Allahabad HC slams DM over student's NSA detention
The Allahabad High Court has quashed the National Security Act (NSA) detention of 24-year-old Delhi University student Akriti Chaudhary.
Building adjoining collapsed Satya Niketan structure to be demolished
Two days after a building collapse in Delhi's Satya Niketan killed seven people, civic authorities have decided to demolish the adjoining structure.
New bill, structural audits: Actions Delhi is taking post-PG collapse
The Delhi government is planning to bring in a new bill for PG accommodations after the Satya Niketan building collapse killed seven people.
Cockroach Janta Party places 7 demands after Satya Niketan collapse
The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has put forth seven demands in the wake of a tragic incident in Delhi's Satya Niketan.
Delhi-NCR to get 55 new air quality monitoring stations
The ambient air quality monitoring network in the Delhi-National Capital Region (NCR) is set to expand significantly.
Which cities featured at top of Swachh Vayu Sarvekshan 2026?
Lucknow has topped the fifth Swachh Vayu Sarvekshan 2026, a survey that ranks Indian cities on their efforts to improve air quality.
Delhi: Retired Manipuri musician killed over noise dispute
A 54-year-old retired Manipuri musician, C Vikram Singh, died on Monday after delivery boys and dhaba staff allegedly assaulted him outside his home in Delhi's Kilokari village.
Grant cut, DJs banned...: Bengal announces new Durga Puja rules
The West Bengal government has announced new rules for the upcoming Durga Puja festivities.
Lost your Indian passport? Here's how to reissue it
Losing an Indian passport can be a stressful experience, but the process of reissuing it is straightforward if you know the steps.
Delhi building collapse: IAS officer from 'dog-walking scandal' re-enters spotlight
Sanjeev Khirwar, the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) commissioner, is back in the spotlight after a building housing a boys' PG collapsed in Satya Niketan late Sunday, killing seven people.
Defense Ministry clears capital acquisition proposals worth ₹1.10 lakh crore
The Defense Acquisition Council (DAC) has approved in-principle defense procurement proposals worth approximately ₹1.10 lakh crore for the Indian Army, Navy and Air Force.
Delhi High Court pulls up MCD, DU over PG collapse
The Delhi High Court on Monday called the Satya Niketan building collapse "most unfortunate" and sought responses from the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) and Delhi University (DU) within 10 days.
YouTuber Ajeet Bharti's anticipatory bail plea rejected
A Delhi court has rejected the anticipatory bail plea of YouTuber and commentator Ajeet Bharti, Bar and Bench reported.
Newly-married Assam woman decapitated, fingers cut off; husband surrenders
A 25-year-old woman was murdered in an extremely brutal manner at her home in Guwahati's Basisthapur area.
Absconding Delhi PG owner apprehended after building collapse killed 7
The owner of the five-story building in Delhi's Satya Niketan, which collapsed on Sunday, killing seven people, has been apprehended in Bhiwadi, Rajasthan.
MCD suspends 5 officials over Satya Niketan building collapse
The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) has suspended five officials from its South Zone with immediate effect.
JNU professor offered students extra marks for accepting sexual advances
The professor at Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), accused of sexual harassment by 11 students, allegedly offered students extra marks if they accepted his sexual advances, a source told HT.
MP IAS officer 'humiliated', says she's been transferred 4 times
Neha Marvya Singh, a 2011-batch Madhya Pradesh-cadre Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer, has voiced her displeasure after being transferred for the fourth time in a year.
Air India Express Kochi-Abu Dhabi flight returns after engine trouble
An Air India Express flight from Cochin to Abu Dhabi was forced to return mid-air due to a technical glitch.
Delhi weather: Rain, thunderstorms likely on September 7
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted that Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR) will likely witness light rain and thunderstorms on September 7.
Delhi PG collapse: PIL in HC seeks ₹1cr compensation
A Public Interest Litigation (PIL) has been filed in the Delhi High Court seeking ₹1 crore as compensation for the families of the seven victims who died in the building collapse in Satya Niketan on Sunday night.
India, China hold Corps Commander-level talks in Arunachal Pradesh
The Indian Army and the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) have held Corps Commander-level talks in Arunachal Pradesh.
PM virtually inaugurates Paris BAPS temple, says India-France ties special
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday virtually inaugurated the BAPS Swaminarayan Temple in Paris, France.
Amritsar airport on alert after drones sighted; 7 flights diverted
The Sri Guru Ram Das Ji International Airport in Amritsar was put on high alert late Sunday night after two to four suspected drones or drone-like objects were spotted near the runway.
Why did boys' hostel in Delhi's Satya Niketan collapse?
A five-story paying guest accommodation, which included a basement, in Delhi's Satya Niketan collapsed on Sunday, killing six people and injuring many others.
MCD orders sealing of illegal 4-story+ buildings after 6 deaths
The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) has ordered the immediate sealing of all illegal constructions with more than four floors.
New parents: Here's how to register your baby's birth
Registering your child's birth is one of the first and most important responsibilities of a new parent.
Delhi boys' hostel collapse leaves 6 dead; questions abound
A five-story building in Satya Niketan, South West Delhi, collapsed on Sunday. The structure housed a boys' hostel reportedly accommodating 75 beds and was home to college students.
'Distressing': PM Modi condoles Delhi PG building collapse
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday expressed his condolences to the families of those who lost their lives in a building collapse at Satya Niketan, Delhi, terming it "distressing."
India's 1st hydrogen train might run at speeds of 110km/h
Indian Railways is gearing up to operate the country's first hydrogen-powered train at speeds of up to 110km/h.
'Will PM visit DU again...?': Dipke questions Delhi building collapse
After a boys' paying guest (PG) accommodation in Delhi's Satya Niketan collapsed, Abhijeet Dipke slammed the central government.
Delhi: 5-story building-turned-hostel collapses; 3 dead, several feared trapped
A five-story residential building, which was being used as a hostel, collapsed in Satya Niketan, Delhi, on Sunday afternoon. At least three people died in the collapse.
'Anti-national elements' may attack right-wing influencer in jail, lawyer claims
Swatantra Bhardwaj, a 21-year-old right-wing content creator, was arrested for allegedly assaulting a student activist's father during a protest at Jantar Mantar.
Central government appoints new Chief Justices for 8 High Courts
The central government has appointed new Chief Justices for eight High Courts across India.
Delhi: Building collapse in Satya Niketan, several people trapped
A building in southwest Delhi's Satya Niketan collapsed on Sunday afternoon, trapping several people under the debris.
India backs UNGA resolution promoting equal-area world maps
India has supported a United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) resolution that promotes the use of equal-area world maps.
Ram Mandir trust seeks deputy CEO from existing panels
The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust is on the lookout for a deputy chief executive officer, days after appointing Air Marshal (Retd) Jeetendra Mishra as its first CEO.
20-foot-deep well found under demolished Saharanpur collectorate mosque
A 20-foot-deep well was discovered under the debris of a mosque on the Saharanpur collectorate premises, Hindustan Times reported, citing officials.
10 JNU students accuse professor of harassment
At least 10 students from Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) have accused a professor of sexual harassment. The Internal Complaints Committee (ICC) at JNU is currently investigating the allegations.
Tamil Nadu government identifies new sites for 2nd airport: Report
The Tamil Nadu government has shortlisted two sites, Manellore and Cheyyur, for a new airport. The decision comes after Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay scrapped the Parandur airport project last month.
IMD warns of heavy rain in Delhi, neighboring states
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a rainfall alert for Delhi and neighboring states on Sunday.
India has enough coal for 36 days, says Modi government
India currently has a stock of 85 million tons (MT) of coal at pitheads, which is enough for 36 days at the current consumption rate of 2.4 MT per day.
Luxembourg's deputy PM Xavier Bettel to visit India tomorrow
Luxembourg's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Xavier Bettel, will visit India from September 7-9.
Central government appoints new Rajasthan HC chief amid controversy
The central government has appointed Justice Sanjay Kumar Agrawal as the new Chief Justice of the Rajasthan High Court.