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Prohibitory orders imposed across Parliament Street subdivision ahead of planned protest; hundreds of Delhi Police, CAPF, and RAF personnel blocked the two main entry points to Jantar Mantar: one from Sansad Marg and the other from the Kerala House side

The action follows allegations that the vehicle, seized by the police late on September 28 night based on information received through the 112-emergency helpline

Venkateswar urges citizens to segregate waste at source and help sustain the city’s ‘Top 3’ Swachh League ranking

A woman was allegedly stripped and assaulted in a nightclub located in Khanapara, Guwahati. The incident reportedly involved bouncers, and videos show the woman's distressing situation. The nightclub's manager has been detained for questioning following the event. Police officials confirmed that they will take legal action after investigating the case. The identity of the victim remains unknown as authorities continue to gather information.

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav's Rajya Sabha picks, including uncle Ram Gopal Yadav and Reliance executive Dhanraj Parimal Nathwani, are being seen as an early test for the 2027 Uttar Pradesh assembly polls. The nominations raise questions over the SP's PDA strategy, its broader political outreach and a possible third Rajya Sabha candidate, despite the party's numbers falling short of the winning quota.

Israeli investigators are expected to question the Omani co-pilot involved in the flight attack incident. The investigation is led by UAE authorities to determine the motives and background of the co-pilot. The attack occurred during flydubai flight FZ1073 from Dubai to Tel Aviv, resulting in an emergency landing. The Indian captain was stabbed but managed to regain control and land safely.

Amarinder Singh Raja Warring has resigned as the president of the Punjab Congress after more than four years. His resignation follows a prolonged period of infighting over leadership roles within the party. Both Charanjit Singh Channi and Warring have seen shifts in their status amid ongoing power struggles. But has Congress really solved the Punjab crisis?

Sheetal Verma, hailing from a rural background, achieved a bronze medal in sailing at the Asian Games. She partnered with Harshita Tomar, and together they overcame significant challenges during the competition. The medal was initially thought to be fourth place but was later secured due to a disqualification of the Chinese team. Their accomplishment brings pride to their humble family in Mahudia, where celebrations remain understated.

An Ohio man pleaded guilty to running a fake investment scheme that prosecutors say defrauded five victims in Ohio and Florida of more than $3 million. John E. Brown II promoted supposed “rolling code ticket packages” linked to sports and theme-park experiences, but the investment did not exist. Prosecutors said he used investors’ money for personal expenses, including about $1.375 million in casino transfers.

A new chapter on startups and entrepreneurship has been introduced for Class IX students in NCERT textbooks. The chapter emphasizes the growth of India's startup ecosystem over the past decade. It includes important lessons on identifying business opportunities and creating effective business plans. Entrepreneurial stories, including those of Lijjat Papad and Mohan Singh Oberoi, illustrate key concepts.

PM Narendra Modi said that had Captain Machchhar not acted, fingers would have been raised against Indians, and Indian pilots and their safety records; the pilot called Mr. Modi his “biggest idol”

Political parties and members of AISA, SFI, NSUI and other student bodies are protesting to demand CEC Gyanesh Kumar’s resignation

The boys were part of a group of students from Madhurawada who had come to the beach on the holiday; marine police, local swimmers and a scuba team join the search

The advanced contactless and barrierless tolling system eliminates the need for motor vehicles to stop at toll plazas

The new tool could improve treatment decisions and disease management as existing international scoring systems do not accurately reflect the clinical profile of Indian patients with SCA

In a post on X in Hindi, Akash Anand referred to BSP chief Mayawati as 'buaa maa' and described her as his political guru and inspiration

The common pass is sold at Hyderabad Metro Rail stations

An old-fashioned family drama dressed up as a new-age entertainer, ‘Avaraachan and Sons’ relies heavily on Biju Menon’s charm to compensate for its flat writing