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Mamata backs Rahul as PM, Kharge seeks Opposition unity

Hindu - Wed, 09/30/2026 - 17:24
Mamata says she has “no problem” with Rahul Gandhi as a Prime Ministerial candidate, but Kharge cautions that the INDIA bloc should first fight against threats to democracy; Rahul calls the alliance “defenders of the Indian Constitution”
Categories: National News

UK sees ‘strong indications’ of Iranian role in RAF Fairford incident

Times of India - Wed, 09/30/2026 - 17:19
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham stated there are strong indications of Iranian involvement in a recent incident. Five British men were arrested near RAF Fairford on suspicion of explosives and terrorism offenses. They were later released on bail after no explosives were found in the vehicles involved. The investigation is ongoing and authorities are collaborating with US officials for further clarity.
Categories: National News

India-Myanmar defence dialogue to be held in Northeast amid border security concerns

Hindu - Wed, 09/30/2026 - 17:17
The third edition of the meeting will be held in Guwahati, underlining the growing focus on security challenges in the Northeast
Categories: National News

UAE planning to develop shipping alternatives, port that bypasses Hormuz

Times of India - Wed, 09/30/2026 - 17:14
L'imad Holding from Abu Dhabi is planning to heighten its infrastructure investments beyond the Strait of Hormuz. This strategic shift aims to reduce the emirate's reliance on this pivotal waterway amid current regional turbulence. Development plans focus on enhancing port infrastructure in Fujairah, ensuring stable routes for oil and other essential goods. However, security threats still pose challenges to Gulf infrastructure, complicating these investment efforts.
Categories: National News

Keralam witnesses 7th-lowest southwest monsoon season

Hindu - Wed, 09/30/2026 - 17:09
According to India Meteorological Department data, nearly 70% of the State remained significantly rain-deficient at the end of the season on September 30. Northeast monsoon, which normally sets in by mid-October, may be below normal during the opening month
Categories: National News

Medical students protest in Jammu and Kashmir after professor ‘objects to burqas in labour room’

Hindu - Wed, 09/30/2026 - 17:06
The female professor allegedly asked interns in burqas ‘to leave the labour room’
Categories: National News

Southwest monsoon ends with 12% deficit

Hindu - Wed, 09/30/2026 - 16:53
Lowest monsoon rainfall since 2015; east and northeast saw driest monsoon since 1901, in line with recent trends; southern pensinsula saw fourth lowest rainfall since 1901; October expected to be hotter and drier than usual in most parts of the country
Categories: National News

PNGRB bats for level playing field across EV, CNG and LNG vehicles

Hindu - Wed, 09/30/2026 - 16:53
The senior official at PNGRB mentioned the level-playing field could be instituted either through required and suitable taxation, subsidies or infrastructure, among other things.
Categories: National News

Gurugram to freeze 71 builders’ accounts to recover unpaid homebuyer dues

Hindu - Wed, 09/30/2026 - 16:51
The major defaulters include Ansal Housing/Ansal Construction Housing (₹91 crore), Raheja (₹90 crore), Vatika (₹80 crore), Parsvnath (₹74 crore), Ramprastha (₹57 crore), IREO (₹24 crore) and ILD Millennium (₹8.59 crore). Notices have been issued to the builders directing them to deposit the outstanding amounts.
Categories: National News

INDIA bloc to launch nationwide campaign against CEC, SIR from October 2

Hindu - Wed, 09/30/2026 - 16:48
Opposition parties to move Supreme Court, hold district-level marches and seek President’s intervention over electoral roll revision and Election Commission functioning
Categories: National News

‘Stealing’ of candidates by ‘clean’ force caused byelection, alleges Kanimozhi

Hindu - Wed, 09/30/2026 - 16:38
‘You took pity on the candidate and voted for her in the election; but she defected to the ruling party; if you vote for the AIADMK again, there may be another by-election,’ said Kanimozhi
Categories: National News

Akhilesh fields senior Reliance honcho for Rajya Sabha poll

Hindu - Wed, 09/30/2026 - 16:38
In a surprise strategic move, Dhanraj Nathwani filed his nomination on Wednesday. Key strategist Ram Gopal Yadav is set to get a sixth term.
Categories: National News

Social activists, advocates seek stricter laws on online access to pornographic content

Hindu - Wed, 09/30/2026 - 16:34
Prevention must begin before a crime is committed by protecting children from influences that can distort their understanding of sex, consent, and human relationships, members of the Save Culture Save Bharat Foundation say
Categories: National News

IAT recommends pension or life insurance cover for farmers to insulate from distress

Hindu - Wed, 09/30/2026 - 16:26
Institution of Agricultural Technologists has suggested that the government should establish a dedicated Karnataka Drought Resilience Mission
Categories: National News

Venkaiah Naidu calls for preservation of Ongole cattle breed

Hindu - Wed, 09/30/2026 - 16:24
Participating as the chief guest in the ‘Ongole Utsavam’, the former Vice-President reminds the public of their responsibility to conserve these cattle, as many foreign countries were taking the indigenous cattle to develop new breeds
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