Pay `2L to teacher illegally detained for bailable offence, HC tells Maha

The police action of arresting a music teacher and illegally detaining him for a bailable offence smacks of police high-handedness and insensitivity, the Bombay HC said on Friday while directing the Maharashtra government to pay Rs 2 lakh in compensation to the man.

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Forced to pay 6.5L as bribe, says filmmaker; govt orders probe

Stung by Tamil actor-filmmaker Vishal’s public accusation of blatant corruption in the process of film certification by the Censor Board, the government on Friday called the incident “unfortunate” and ordered an immediate inquiry led by a ministry official.

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Row over Bengal cops 'snooping' on Raj Bhavan

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World Bank maps out plans to further boost lending by $100 bln-plus over a decade

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Ujjain rape case accused injured in bid to flee

An autorickshaw driver was arrested in Ujjain on Thursday for the rape of a minor girl, whose video clip of being shooed away by people while pleading for help in a bleeding, half-naked state has shocked the country. The accused, Bharat Soni, tried to escape from custody when he was taken to the crime spot for forensic investigation, and fell on the road, injuring himself.

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EAM S Jaishankar meets US secretary of state Antony Blinken

External affairs minister S Jaishankar on Thursday met US secretary of state Antony Blinken in Washington. The meeting comes amid serious diplomatic tensions between India and Canada stirred by the killing of a Khalistani terrorist.

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Winner of $1.6 billion Mega Millions jackpot claims prize in Florida

The winner of the $1.6 billion Mega Millions jackpot in August has come forward to claim the prize. Under a new Florida law, the winner's name remains anonymous for 90 days. It is unknown whether the winner took the lump sum or the annuity, and the estimated lump sum amount was not specified. The winning ticket was sold in Neptune Beach, Florida. Mega Millions has had five prizes of more than a billion dollars in total.

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Some NPCI reactors have set record by operating nonstop for 365 days on 42 occasions: AEC chief

The Nuclear Power Corporation of India (NPCI) has achieved multiple records with its nuclear reactors, operating continuously for over 365 days on 42 occasions and over 700 days on five occasions, according to Atomic Energy Commission (AEC) chairman AK Mohanty.

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Ayodhya’s Shri Ram Airport to host its maiden flight in Jan

At any given time, there are over 250 labourers under multiple subcontractors working on a range of tasks, from terminal roof fabrication to laying communication cables or installing streetlights, to ensure that the first commercial flight operation could begin with the expected opening of grand Ram temple in January 2024.

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Protests in Manipur continue over killing of youths; AFSPA extended

Violent protests continued in Manipur's capital over the kidnapping and killing of two youths. Curfew was re-imposed in two districts of East and West Imphal. The Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA) has been extended by six months in Manipur, excluding certain areas. A CBI team is in the state sent to assist with the investigation.

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Trevor Noah cancels his first ever show in Bengaluru

Comedian Trevor Noah has to cancel Bengaluru show due to acoustic issues

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SPO dead, 3 hurt as police vehicle falls into gorge in J&K’s Ramban

A Special Police Officer (SPO) of J&K Police died while three others were injured when the police vehicle they were travelling in skidded off the road and fell into a gorge in Chanderkot area of Ramban district on Wednesday. “On receiving information about the accident, police and locals rushed to the spot and evacuated the injured to a nearby medical facility,” said a source.

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US woman meets her saviour in Lucknow

Mahogany and her friend Christopher reached the home of septuagenarian Sunita Nigam in Lucknow on Wednesday afternoon. Sunita is the former superintendent of the children’s shelter home, Lilawati Bal Griha, in the city's Aishbagh area.

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A house built by one man, with mud and perseverance

Irfan Ahmed, a tailor by training, spent 13 years building a mud house in Hardoi’s Bibwikhera, Uttar Pradesh. Using only a spade, straw, twigs, and mud, Ahmed constructed a two-storey underground house with skylights for natural lighting. The house is now a local attraction and provides a cool getaway from the summer heat.

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‘All apps under India stack safe’: Govt rejects Moody’s fears on Aadhaar

The Indian government has reassured citizens that the Aadhaar system, along with other applications under the "India stack," remains highly protected against cyberattacks. Abhishek Singh, CEO and MD of Digital India Corporation, stated that the government invests significant efforts in ensuring the security and privacy of citizens' data.

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Lashkar millitant, 5 terrorist associates arrested in Baramulla

Jammu and Kashmir Police have arrested an active terrorist of Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) and five terrorist associates, including two women and a juvenile, for their involvement in a cross-border arms smuggling racket. A large quantity of arms and ammunition, including grenades and pistols, was seized from their possession.

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Dadasaheb Phalke Award for Waheeda

Veteran actor Waheeda Rehman has been chosen as the recipient of the 53rd Dadasaheb Phalke Award, India's highest film honor. Rehman, known for her beauty and acting skills, has left an indelible mark on Indian cinema. Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated her, and the timing of the award coincided with the birth centenary of her co-star Dev Anand, with whom she frequently collaborated.

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Hanging Garden to close down in a phased manner for up to 7 yrs

The iconic Hanging Gardens of Mumbai may be destroyed to make way for the reconstruction of a reservoir underneath. The plan, estimated to take up to seven years, involves demolishing and rebuilding the reservoir, as well as cutting down and transplanting around 350 trees.

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Most Indians are overdosing on salt by 3 grams, says study

A study published in the journal Nature Portfolio reveals that the average Indian consumes 8g of salt daily, exceeding the recommended daily limit of 5g. The study, based on a sample survey, found that men, employed individuals, tobacco users, obese individuals, and those with raised blood pressure had higher salt intake.

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Ukraine: Attack on Russian navy HQ killed 34, including fleet commander

The missile strike that blasted the Crimean headquarters of Russia’s navy last week killed 34 officers, including the fleet commander, Ukraine said Monday, though it provided no evidence to support its claim. Ukraine’s Special Operation Forces said on the Telegram messaging app that its strike on the main building of the Black Sea Fleet headquarters in the port city of Sevastopol had wounded 105 people.

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FCRA registered NGOs will have to give details of assets created using foreign funds

NGOs registered under the FCRA in India will now be required to disclose details of movable and immovable assets created using foreign funds. This requirement was introduced by the Ministry of Home Affairs through a gazette notification. The ministry also extended the validity of FCRA licenses until March 2024 for entities whose licenses were expiring on September 30.

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'Vistara to continue as Vistara till Air India reaches appropriate level:' Campbell Wilson

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RBI may let wilful defaulters shed label after settlement

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has issued a draft master direction on the treatment of wilful defaulters, allowing borrowers to remove the tag by reaching a compromise settlement with banks. The new rules aim to provide a transparent procedure for classifying borrowers as wilful defaulters while complying with the principles of natural justice. However, some criminal cases may lose ground as a result.

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RBI may let wilful defaulters shed label after settlement

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has issued a draft master direction on the treatment of wilful defaulters, allowing borrowers to remove the tag by reaching a compromise settlement with banks. The new rules aim to provide a transparent procedure for classifying borrowers as wilful defaulters while complying with the principles of natural justice. However, some criminal cases may lose ground as a result.

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Hold fire against ex-generals, army signals to Sharif ahead of return

Pakistan's military has reportedly warned former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif to stop accusing ex-generals and retired judges of conspiring to remove him from office in 2017. Sharif has recently criticized former army chief General Qamar Javed Bajwa, former spymaster Lt Gen Faiz Hameed, and former judges Saqib Nisar and Asif Saeed Khosa. The military's displeasure has been conveyed to Sharif through his brother, Shehbaz.

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Bihar: Seized liquor stolen from police store room in Muzaffarpur district

​​Officially, liquor is currently out of people’s reach after Bihar government enforced total prohibition seven years back.

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Sukhbir Singh Badal calls for unity against Sikh ‘demonisation’

Shiromani Akali Dal president Sukhbir Singh Badal on Saturday called upon all parties and leaders in Punjab to counter the “propaganda to demonise Sikhs and other Punjabis”. “I urge all political parties and leaders to close ranks and give a united call against vicious propaganda to vilify and demonise #Sikhs and other Punjabis.

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Brainless jellyfish wows scientists with its ability to learn

Researchers have discovered that box jellyfish, specifically the species Tripedalia cystophora, have the ability to learn. In a lab experiment, the jellyfish were trained to recognize and avoid patterns that represented mangrove roots, which they would typically collide with. After a few collisions, the jellyfish changed their behavior and began swimming farther away from the pattern. The study sheds light on the origins of learning and raises questions about the capacity to learn among nerve cells, regardless of whether they are part of a brain.

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No clear national emblem, Isro logo imprints show lunar soil 'lumpy'

The Chandrayaan-3 rover Pragyan has been unable to leave a clear imprint of the Indian national emblem and the Isro logo on the lunar soil, indicating a new understanding of the properties of the soil in the south pole region. This information could be critical for future missions aiming for lunar habitation and sustained human presence.

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Detergent maker Nirma forays into APIs with Glenmark deal

Ahmedabad-based Nirma is set to acquire Glenmark Life Sciences (GLS), a subsidiary of Glenmark Pharma, for Rs 5,652 crore. This move marks Nirma's entry into the active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) sector and expands its pharmaceutical portfolio, which includes injectables, parentals, and ophthalmic products. GLS specializes in developing APIs for various therapeutic segments.

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Mirwaiz freed after 4 years, seeks talks, return of Pandits

Hurriyat Conference chairman Mirwaiz Umar Farooq, detained since August 2019, was released from house arrest. He led prayers in Srinagar's Jamia Masjid, advocating for dialogue to resolve the Kashmir issue.

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Govt eyes $20billion local sourcing for IT parts

The Indian government plans to restrict imports of IT hardware components worth billions of dollars from China in an effort to boost local sourcing. With the implementation of a production-linked incentive scheme for IT hardware and an import management system, the government aims to create a stronger manufacturing ecosystem for devices and servers in India.

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India suspends visa for Canadians

The Indian government has suspended visa processing services in Canada, citing threats faced by Indian diplomats from Khalistan forces. India has also asked Canada to reduce its diplomatic presence in the country.

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Cisco to acquire Splunk for $28 billion

Cisco is buying the cybersecurity firm Splunk in a $28 billion deal as it bolsters its defences against potential security threats that may be heightened by the widening use of artificial intelligence. The Silicon Valley tech giant will pay $157 per Splunk share. "Our combined capabilities will drive the next generation of AI-enabled security and observability," Cisco chair and CEO Chuck Robbins said.

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Curfew back in Imphal as mobs try to storm thanas, 15 hurt

At least 15 people were wounded in Manipur’s Imphal valley Thursday as protesters clashed with security forces. As a precautionary measure, the government clamped total curfew in Imphal East and Imphal West districts.

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'Defining moment', says PM as RS passes women's reservation bill

The women's reservation bill, which seeks to provide 33% reservation to women in Lok Sabha and state assemblies, was passed by the Rajya Sabha with a unanimous vote of 214-0. Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated all the MPs and said with the passage of the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam in Parliament, we usher in an era of stronger representation and empowerment for the women of India.

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Forgot where you kept your keys? You could have 'pseudo-dementia'

Doctors are seeing an increase in cases of 'pseudo-dementia' among younger people, which is caused by excessive stress, multitasking, and high workload.

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Turkish President Erdogan again brings up Kashmir issue at UN

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan raised the issue of Kashmir during his address at the UN General Assembly. He called for the establishment of a just and lasting peace through dialogue and cooperation between India and Pakistan.

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Cooperate with Canada on Nijjar probe, US urges India

US urged India to cooperate with Canada's probe into the killing of Hardeep Singh Nijjar. US ambassador to India, Eric Garcetti, called for those responsible to be held accountable and for traditional friends and partners to work together.

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US Federal Reserve leaves key interest rate unchanged

The Federal Reserve has decided to keep its primary interest rate unchanged at 5.25%-5.5% in an effort to achieve a "gentle landing" for the US economy. The central bank aims to cool down inflation without causing a severe recession. The Federal Reserve has been implementing a series of interest rate hikes since March 2022 to slow down the economy and rein in inflation. While progress has been made, certain service costs are still increasing at a higher rate than before the pandemic.

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Mangalam Alloys Ltd plans to raise money in SME IPO for business expansion

Gujarat-based stainless steel and special steel manufacturing company, Mangalam Alloys Ltd, plans to raise Rs 54.91 crore through its SME IPO. The company intends to use the funds for business expansion, working capital requirements, and general corporate purposes. The IPO includes up to 68,64,000 equity shares and will be listed on the Emerge Platform of the National Stock Exchange.

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Anantnag gunbattle ends after seven days: Two terrorists killed

Security forces have identified Uzair Khan, a top commander of The Resistance Force, who was killed in the forests near Gadool village of Kokernag in north Kashmir’s Anantnag district during a week-long search-and-shoot operation.

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PM Modi leads MPs into new House with pledge of a 'grand India'

In a speech that hewed to his sunny "this is India's moment" theme, the PM said Parliament should focus on reforms geared to serve the aspirations of 140 crore Indians. He also said that the world was convinced that India's rise was unstoppable.

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Chandrayaan-3: New lunar soil knowledge, takeaways expected

As the Indian Space Research Organisation (Isro) awaits communication from the Chandrayaan-3 lander and rover, the principal investigators have started analyzing the data for potential new discoveries.

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Centre launches initiatives focusing on agri-credit and crop insurance

The Indian government has launched three initiatives aimed at improving financial inclusion and livelihoods in the agricultural community. The initiatives include the Kisan Rin Portal for credit delivery, the Ghar Ghar KCC Abhiyaan for short-term agriculture credit, and the WINDS Manual for weather data collection.

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‘India has highest growth potential in top economies’

Billionaire investor Ray Dalio has stated that India has the highest growth potential among the top 22 countries in the world, comparing Prime Minister Narendra Modi to former Chinese leader Deng Xiaoping. Dalio believes that India is in a similar position to where China was in 1984, with the potential for massive reform, development, and creativity.

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Uttarakhand disasters kill 100 in 3 months, most in landslides

The monsoon season in Uttarakhand has resulted in nearly 100 deaths and over a dozen people missing. Landslides are the main cause of these fatalities. Flash floods and cloudbursts have also contributed to 44 deaths.

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Sub-inspector allegedly barges into house, rapes woman in Agra

According to the woman's family, Sandeep Kumar used to do rounds of the village daily. They alleged he had been molesting the girl for two months and threatened to send her father to jail in a fake case.

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Modi govt clears women's quota bill, 27 years after it was first introduced

The Indian government is set to table a bill in Parliament that would reserve one-third of seats for women. The bill will also provide a sub-quota for SC/STs. If passed, it could come into force by 2029.

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Aditya-L1 begins long journey to vantage point with successful TLI

India's solar space observatory mission, Aditya-L1, has begun its 110-day journey to L1, a point 1.5 million km from Earth. The spacecraft will be placed in an orbit around L1, where it will remain for its entire mission life.

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Udhayanidhi to TN governor: 'That's why need to eliminate Sanatan'

Tamil Nadu minister Udhayanidhi Stalin has defended his call to eliminate Sanatana Dharma, following comments by the state's governor on social discrimination. The governor had highlighted the problem of untouchability and inequality in Tamil Nadu. Stalin stated that his party also speaks out against caste discrimination and believes in equality. The DMK's remarks have caused controversy and strained relationships with allies.

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Thailand eyes India to boost tourism recovery after waiving visa for China

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Xi Jinping’s security obsession turns ordinary citizens into spy hunters

As part of President Xi Jinping's efforts to strengthen national security and repel foreign threats, Beijing's top universities are incorporating spy-catching courses into their syllabus. Students are being instructed to become a "defense line" against foreign forces, and interactive training games are being organized. The Chinese Ministry of State Security has also joined social media app WeChat to raise awareness about national security.

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Gaming app kingpin claimed D-link, rejected extortion bid

Saurabh Chandrakar, the promoter of the Mahadev Online Book gaming-betting app, stood firm against extortion demands by jailed gangster Lawrence Bishnoi last year, going so far as to warn him against further contact, citing his own underworld connections. Bishnoi, currently in Tihar Jail, recently made headlines due to his involvement in the murder of Punjabi singer Sidhu Moose Wala and for having actor Salman Khan on his hit list.

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Traces of rare metal vanadium, key for batteries, found off Gujarat coast

Vanadium, a critical raw material for many industrial applications, has been found in sediment samples collected from Gulf of Khambhat, which opens into the Arabian Sea off Alang in Gujarat. What makes this find a significant one is that the war mineral, used to strengthen steel and make batteries, is scarce in India.

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Kashmir army jawan dies as colleague’s gun fires ‘accidentally’

An army jawan died and another was injured after a colleague’s rifle allegedly went off accidentally in a camp in north Kashmir’s Bandipora district on the intervening night of Saturday-Sunday. The deceased jawan has been identified as Vipin Batya, 40, of 14 Rashtriya Rifles and the injured as Yogesh, 37.

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SIIMA Awards 2023 winners: Excellence in Tamil, Malayalam cinema

The South Indian International Movie Awards (SIIMA) 2023 concluded successfully, celebrating excellence in Tamil and Malayalam cinema. The second day featured a star-studded ceremony where winners in various categories were revealed. In Tamil cinema, talents like Anirudh Ravichander and Ilango Krishnan were recognized for their exceptional contributions, while debutants were celebrated, highlighting the future of Tamil cinema. In the Malayalam film industry, talents like Vinayak Sasikumar, Mridula Warrier, and Sharan Velayudhan were honored for their remarkable work. The event paid tribute to both emerging talents and seasoned veterans who have made significant contributions to the film world.

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As PM Modi turns 73 today, BJP to launch slew of welfare schemes

Bharatiya Janata Party is planning a series of programs and welfare activities as part of the 'Sewa Pakhwara' to celebrate Prime Minister Modi's 73rd birthday. The celebrations will last for a fortnight and will include the launch of the PM Vishwakarma scheme to support artisans and craftsmen.

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'Rising ammunition prices set back Nato efforts to boost security'

Nato's top military official warned on Saturday that a drastic rise in prices for weapons and ammunition means that allies' higher defence spending does not automatically translate into greater security.

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Yogi Adityanath writes: PM Modi, the architect of new India

Great leaders not only dedicate themselves to a larger goal, but also create institutions and systems to achieve that goal. In the past nine and a half years, we have had a first-hand experience of the embodiment of this greatness in PM Narendra Modi, says UP CM Yogi Adityanath.

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Wounded soldier's death takes J&K toll to 4

A soldier wounded in a three-day operation against Pakistan-backed terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag has died in the hospital, bringing the total casualties to four. The search is ongoing for three Pakistani terrorists and a local recruit in the forests near the village of Gadool.

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How Bangladesh beat India in a Asia Cup thriller

Shubman Gill's fifth ODI ton and a valiant knock from Axar Patel lower down the order went in vain as Bangladesh pipped India by 6 runs in a thrilling final Super Four game in Colombo on Friday. With the narrow win, Bangladesh signed off their 2023 Asia Cup campaign causing an unexpected upset over the finalists.

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Livspace revenue rises by 85% to nearly Rs 1,100 crore in FY'23

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Oppn bloc hopes to finalise seat sharing by month-end

The basic formula being followed for the state-wise seat-sharing deal is to look at either the last assembly poll results or the last parliamentary poll results. Another option is to look at both the last assembly and Lok Sabha trends. "It has been decided that the strongest party in each state will drive the seat-sharing talks," a well-placed source said.

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Charter jet crashlands at Mumbai airport in heavy rain

CCTV footage from a hangar showed the Learjet aircraft (VT-DBL) come over runway 27, bank heavily and nose-dive to the ground to throw up clouds of dust. The visibility at the airport was low at 700 metres with heavy rain when the aircraft came into land, said the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA).

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6-year ban for convicted netas inadequate, amicus tells SC

Days after the Supreme Court agreed to take up the issue of convicted politicians’ eligibility to contest elections, amicus curiae Vijay Hansaria on Thursday told the SC that while government employees got dismissed on being convicted, a similarly placed politician only got disqualified for six years.

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Live-streaming of Chandrayaan-3 soft-landing on Moon gets 8m viewers

The live-streaming featured a 16-second clip showcasing various moments from Isro’s mission control centre in Bengaluru, capturing the entire journey from the start of the broadcast to Chandrayaan-3's successful landing as well as showing the excitement and celebrations among Isro staff.

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How Sri Lanka pipped Pakistan in Asia Cup thriller

Top-order batter Kusal Mendis conjured a match-defining 91 as he along with Sadeera Samarawickrama and Charith Asalanka guided Sri Lanka to the Asia Cup final, defeating top-ranked ODI side Pakistan by 2 wickets (DLS) in the rain-marred last-over Super Four thriller in Colombo on Thursday. Kusal fired a dazzling 87-ball 91 while Samarawickrama hit a crucial 48 as the duo shared a masterful century stand for the third wicket in a tricky 252 chase. In the final leg of the chase Asalanka showed nerves of steel to hand the co-hosts a famous win off the last ball at 10 past one post midnight.

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Union Cabinet, BJP hail PM for success of G20 summit

The BJP brass and Union Cabinet on Wednesday separately celebrated the success of G20 Summit, and praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership for the consensus achieved on issues of global concern. Briefing media after the Cabinet meeting, information and broadcasting minister Anurag Thakur said the PM has emerged as a "man of global alliances", referring to the launch of Global Biofuels Alliance at the summit after earlier successes related to International Solar Alliance and Mission LiFE (Lifestyle for Environment). He said under Modi's leadership, India is today playing a "key role in setting the global agenda".

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Gadkari puts brakes on plan to make 6 airbags must for cars

Road transport and highways minister Nitin Gadkari on Wednesday said that the government has decided against mandating six airbags on Indian cars, arguing that the new Bharat NCAP safety standards and star rating on cars will itself prompt companies to go for adding more safety apparatus to attract buyers. ​​​He also said that the entire auto industry was on board on the safety feature, but for one player, stopping short of naming the company.

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US industrial conglomerate 3M warns of 'slow growth environment' in 2024

US industrial conglomerate 3M on Wednesday warned of "a slow growth environment" next year and highlighted weakness in its electronics and consumer segments in the current and next quarters. The warning by the conglomerate comes months after it elevated its annual profit forecast in July. 3M, which manufactures electronic displays for smartphones and tablets, has been registering a considerable decline in US retailers' inventories

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Nitin Gadkari to launch policy to use segregated municipal waste on October 2

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How this prof won a battle against free speech censorship in US

Jay Bhattacharya, a Kolkata-born professor at Stanford University, and his fellow scientists have won a landmark legal victory in a free speech censorship case against the US government. The case began when Bhattacharya and his colleagues published The Great Barrington Declaration during the peak of the Covid pandemic, advocating for an end to economic lockdowns.

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Repay loans or will throw you into Tihar: SC to SpiceJet CMD

The Supreme Court has issued a stern warning to SpiceJet's chairman and managing director, Ajay Singh, cautioning him that failure to comply with its order regarding payment to Credit AG could lead to his incarceration in Tihar jail. The top court further asked Singh to pay $5,00,000 towards an instalment to the Swiss firm along with $1 million defaulted amount.

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Quota activist to end fast with a 30-day deadline to Maha govt

On Tuesday, Maratha reservation activist Manoj Jarange announced his decision to end his 14-day hunger strike. However, he cautioned that the protest would resume if the government did not grant OBC quota rights to the community within the next 30 days.

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It's United States vs Google in antitrust trial

The US department of justice has accused Google of using its dominant position in the internet search market to stifle competition and hinder innovation. The department claims that Google rigged the market in its favor by making its search engine the default choice on various platforms and devices.

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Centre rushes team to Kerala as state reports 2 Nipah deaths

According to Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya, two fatalities have occurred as a result of Nipah virus infection in Kerala. Additionally, samples from four individuals in the coastal state, who are suspected of having the disease, have been dispatched to Pune's National Institute of Virology (NIV) for further testing.

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Kuldeep becomes fastest Indian spinner to 150 ODI wickets

Indian wrist spinner Kuldeep Yadav continued to make waves in the ODI cricket as he dished out yet another winning performance in the Asia Cup Super Four match against Sri Lanka on Tuesday.

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Nifty scales 20 thousand for 1st time despite foreign fund selling

The Nifty index in India reached the 20,000-point mark for the first time on Monday due to strong buying by domestic funds and increased investment in stocks through mutual funds by retail investors. The successful conclusion of the G20 leaders' summit also boosted investor sentiment.

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Buyer of oil for decades, India to now export energy to Saudi

India and Saudi Arabia on Monday set out to transform their traditional oil buyer-seller relationship into an energy transition partnership by agreeing to work towards building undersea interlink between their electricity grids, renewable power and green hydrogen capacities.

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US firm to unveil luxury space adventures in India

SpaceVIP, a mission-driven space expedition company based in the United States, will commence its services in India next month, enabling high-net-worth individuals in the country to embark on journeys to space. “For the first time, these luxury services will be available to clientele in India,” the company said in a statement.

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Asia Cup: How India blew away Pakistan in rain-marred Super 4 contest

All-round India outclassed Pakistan in their rain-marred opening Asia Cup Super Four match at R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo. The rain forced the match to reserve day, but India emerged victorious by 228 runs to collect two points in the Super 4 stage. This victory pushed India to the top of the Super Fours standings on superior Net Run Rate (NRR), with Sri Lanka and Pakistan also having two points each.

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India imposes anti-dumping duty on some Chinese steel for 5 years

On Monday, India issued a government notification announcing the imposition of a five-year anti-dumping duty on specific Chinese steel products. India's steel secretary, Nagendra Nath Sinha, said New Delhi was monitoring the steel imports situation.

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Alibaba ex-CEO Zhang quits co, Jack Ma's confidants take over

Daniel Zhang, the former chief of Alibaba Group, has chosen to resign only a few months after accepting the leadership of its cloud division. This adds an additional element of unpredictability to China's largest e-commerce company at a time when it is managing a complicated breakup.

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Right to life includes right to religious festivities: Calcutta HC

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3,000 will be arrested in next 10 days for child marriage: Assam CM

Sarma said he was waiting for the culmination of the G20 summit to start the second round of crackdown. "Just six months ago, 5,000 people were arrested for child marriages in Assam. It (crackdown) was kept on hold till the completion of the G20 summit. In the next 10 days, another 2,000 to 3,000 men will be arrested."

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Google looks to make Artificial Intelligence as simple as search

Google is now doing to AI what it did to the internet. "We are taking the sophistication of the AI model and putting it behind a simple interface called chat which then lets you open it up to every department," Google Cloud's CEO Thomas Kurian said.

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Gold smuggling racket busted, airline staffer among 6 held

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23 years on, son fulfils fallen soldier's dream

Navteshwar Singh of Mohali joined the Army as a lieutenant on Saturday, keeping a promise made in his father's "baby book" 23 years ago. Major Harminder Singh, who lost his life in the line of duty in J&K in April 1999, had expressed the desire to see his son follow in his footsteps.

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Olive oil prices in India up 60% due to Europe drought

The price of extra virgin olive oil in India has skyrocketed due to two consecutive years of drought in Europe. Importers report that prices have increased by at least 50% to 60%, with the possibility of reaching Rs 1,500 per litre. Consumers are already feeling the impact, with reduced discounting and a change in taste noticed by some.

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How Isro's Vikram found its feet on the Moon this time

The Chandrayaan-2 mission in 2019 took India to the Moon’s threshold, but its lander failed to touch down safely. This time, the lander descended without a glitch. Hundreds of tests were done, thousands of simulations run. In the words of project director P Veeramuthuvel, "Failure was not an option." The team developed multiple mission plans and designed tests to fix the shortcomings identified in Chandrayaan-2.

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Madhya Pradesh okays Rs 10 lakh for lynching victims

The Shivraj Singh Chouhan cabinet in Bhopal has approved a law for compensation for victims of mob lynching. The 'Mob Lynching Victim Compensation Scheme 2023' will provide relief and rehabilitation for victims and their dependents. The family of a victim killed by a mob will receive a compensation of Rs 10 lakh, while those injured will receive Rs 4 lakh to Rs 6 lakh. The cabinet also approved a housing scheme for those who did not qualify for the PM Awas Yojana.

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At 43.5° Celsius, Jaisalmer sees hottest Sept day recorded

Jaisalmer, in western Rajasthan, experienced its hottest September day on record with temperatures reaching 43.5 degrees Celsius. The previous record was 43.3 degrees Celsius in 1949. The hot weather is due to an anti-cyclonic circulation over western Rajasthan, caused by the departure of the monsoon season.

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Chandrababu Naidu arrested in 3am swoop over 'skill devpt scam'

Naidu, who was touring the state as part of his pre-election campaign, was camping in a bus at Nandyal when a CID special investigation team woke him at 3am and said he was being arrested in an alleged scam of Rs 371 crore in the AP Skill Development Corporation. The scam is said to have taken place between 2014 and 2019, when Naidu was Andhra Pradesh CM.

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In a 1st, scientists map how chikungunya affects Indians

Scientists in India have mapped out how the chikungunya virus affects individuals across various states for the first time. The study found that rashes, which are considered a common symptom of chikungunya globally, have recently appeared in India. The research also identified specific proteins associated with fast-growing viral loads and highlighted the role of certain molecules in disease severity.

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Full schedule: Day 2 of G20 summit in Delhi

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Relief for Fadnavis, acquitted in poll info 'supression' case

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Nvidia ties up with Tatas, Reliance for AI tech infrastructure

Nvidia has partnered with Reliance Industries and Tata Group to establish AI infrastructure in India. The partnership with Reliance aims to provide AI services to its 450 million customers, including real-time translations. Meanwhile, Tata Group's infrastructure will support AI companies in India and train its 600,000 IT professionals in AI.

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G20 summit: On 1st visit as President, Joe Biden backs India for permanent UNSC seat

US President Joe Biden and PM Modi sought to step up the momentum in bilateral ties, with the former reiterating support for India's bid for a permanent seat at the UN Security Council and lauding India’s presidency of the G20. PM Modi thanked Biden for the "consistent support received from the US in ensuring success of India's G20 presidency". Biden arrived for the G20 summit in New Delhi around 7pm and headed straight to a bilateral meeting with PM Modi at the latter's residence.

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Bopanna-Ebden pair suffers US Open heartbreak, loses in final

India's Rohan Bopanna on Friday narrowly missed out on creating history as he and Australian partner Matthew Ebden suffered a 6-2, 3-6, 4-6 defeat to USA's Rajeev Ram and Joe Salisbury of United Kingdom in the US Open men's doubles final. Bopanna, 43, was looking to become the oldest Slam champion in Open era but suffered a defeat in the thrilling finale that lasted 2 hours at Arthur Ashe Stadium.

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$1.8billion assets recovered from eco offenders, fugitives in 4 years: Singh

Union minister Jitendra Singh on Thursday said that assets worth more than $1.8 billion have been recovered from economic offenders and fugitives in the last four years.

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China map row: PM call to respect national borders

Amid the row over China’s map that riled India and several other neighbours, including Japan, PM Narendra Modi said at the East Asia Summit that it was imperative to adhere fully to international laws and that everyone's commitment and efforts were necessary to strengthen the sovereignty and territorial integrity of all countries.

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‘Wagh nakh’ that Shivaji used to kill Afzal Khan to come home from UK

PM Modi gets rousing welcome from Indian diaspora in Indonesia: The ‘wagh nakh’ is coming home. With the UK authorities agreeing to give back the dagger shaped like tiger claws—used by Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj to kill Afzal Khan, general of the Bijapur sultanate, in 1659—state cultural affairs minister Sudhir Mungantiwar will visit London later this month to sign an MoU with the Victoria and Albert Museum, where it’s on display.

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Stage set for African Union to get group membership

As leaders started to descend on Delhi for the G20 summit, the diplomatic and media focus seemed divided mainly between two issues — a seemingly unattainable joint declaration because of a lack of consensus on the Ukraine war and the likely inclusion of the African Union (AU) into the group that drives international economic cooperation.

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Stupa town Sanchi to soon be India’s first ‘solar city’

Sanchi, a town in Madhya Pradesh, India, is on its way to becoming the country's first 'solar city'. It is home to the famous stupa built during emperor Ashoka's reign and is now equipped with a fully operational 3 MW solar plant for household and commercial needs. Another 5 MW plant is being built to meet agriculture-related requirements.

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Ahead of PM-Biden meet, India formally asks for ‘killer’ drones

Ahead of the Modi-Biden meeting on Friday, India has issued the formal request to the US government for the mega acquisition of 31 top-notch weaponised MQ-9B Reaper or Predator-B drones, aiming to ink the final contract within this financial year.​

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Bopanna, Ebden reach US Open men's doubles final

Rohan Bopanna and Matthew Ebden, a sixth-seeded Indian-Australian duo, advanced to the final of the men's doubles event at the US Open, securing their spot in the final with a commanding straight-set victory over French pair Pierre-Hugues Herbert and Nicolas Mahut. The Indo-Australian duo had previously reached the semifinals at Wimbledon earlier this year.

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SC junks plea for cooling-off period of 2 years for ex-judges

The Supreme Court on Wednesday dismissed a plea for fixing a cooling-off period of two years for SC and HC judges before accepting any political appointment, saying it was up to a judge to take a call on accepting such an appointment and it was for the government to frame a law.

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This August was globally hottest ever recorded

It was globally the hottest August on record – by a large margin – and the second-hottest month ever after July 2023, said the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) analysing data from the European Union-funded Copernicus Climate Change Service on Wednesday. The data indicates ’23 is likely to be the hottest year on record as the year so far (January to August) has been the second warmest on record after 2016.

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Google reaches tentative settlement with 36 states and DC over alleged app store monopoly

Thirty-six states and the District of Colombia have reached an agreement in principle with Google to settle a lawsuit filed in 2021 over the tech giant's alleged monopolistic control of app distribution for the software that runs most of the world's cellphones.The agreement, cited in a court filing late Tuesday by both sides, is subject to approval by the state attorneys general and the board of directors of Google's parent company, the execution of an agreement and court approval.

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SC: India's statute, not J&K's, let Parliament make laws for J&K

A five-judge Supreme Court bench comprising Chief Justice D Y Chandrachud and Justices Sanjay Kishan Kaul, Sanjiv Khanna, B R Gavai and Surya Kant on Tuesday ordered the conclusion of arguments on scrapping Article 370 and bifurcating J&K into two UTs in 2019 after hearing rejoinders from petitioners' counsel Kapil Sibal, Gopal Subramaniam, Rajeev Dhawan, Zaffar Mohd Shah and Dushyant Dave.

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NSG’s furry K-9 squad to provide spl security ring around G20 venues

This weekend, 20 specially trained security members will be on duty at the G20 venues. Karan, Google, Zorro and their colleagues will be equipped with specialised gear such as night vision glasses, cutely called doggles, even walkie talkies. And every time they sniff out hidden explosives or neutralise hostage takers, they will likely wag their tails because they are four-legged soldiers of the National Security Guard's elite K-9 squad.

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SC asks NC MP Lone to swear allegiance to Indian Constitution

The Supreme Court on Monday firmly asked National Conference leader and MP Mohd Akbar Lone to file an affidavit by Tuesday swearing unwavering allegiance to the Indian Constitution and affirming Jammu & Kashmir as an integral part of India after the Centre's strong protest against his “Pakistan zindabad” slogan on the floor of the J&K assembly in 2018.

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Asia Cup: How India crushed Nepal to enter Super 4s

An ordinary show from the bowlers was superbly compensated by openers Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill as India thrashed Nepal by 10 wickets (DLS) in the rain-marred Asia Cup Group A game in Pallekele on Monday. Nepal, playing their first ever international game against giants India put up a strong fight with the bat to post 230 before bundling out. However they fell way short with the ball as Rohit and Gill completely bossed them, chasing the revised target of 145 (23 overs) with 17 balls to spare.

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Mughals, British could not destroy Sanatan Dharma: VHP

The Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) slammed Tamil Nadu minister Udhayanidhi Stalin’s call to eradicate ‘Sanatan Dharma’ and warned of serious consequences, saying some politicians were daydreaming about the Sanatan which the Mughals, missionaries and the British could not destroy. “I am surprised by both the language and the spirit of the statement of the Tamil Nadu chief minister’s son and state minister Udhayanidhi Stalin," VHP president Alok Kumar said.​

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J&K reinstates lecturer suspended over SC appearance in Article 370 case

Zahoor Ahmad Bhat, a government higher secondary school lecturer who had been punished for appearing before the Supreme Court to advocate against the repeal of Article 370, was suspended just days after the Constitution bench hearing the petitions questioned whether the penalty against him was "retribution." Bhat, who teaches political science at a state-run higher secondary school in Srinagar's Jawahar Nagar and also holds a law degree, was referred to as a "delinquent officer" when he was suspended on August 25.

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Mass conversions in Chhattisgarh under Congress govt: Amit Shah

Union home minister Amit Shah released on Saturday a "black paper" of 69 allegations against the Bhupesh Baghel government in Chhattisgarh and warned that BJP will "hang the corrupt upside down to straighten them out" if voted into government. Shah called the Congress government a "government of scams, scandals, atrocities and breach of promise".

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Can’t ask troops to clear Manipur roads: Supreme Court

The Supreme Court on Friday asked the Centre and the Manipur government to take steps, including airdropping, to ensure supply of food and essential commodities to people affected by road blockades put up by two ethnic groups but refused to direct armed forces to remove these blockades.

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Rain battered petrol, diesel sales hover near 10-month low

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Reformation main aim of justice system: Bilkis case convict to SC

One of the 11 convicts, all of whom have been granted remission in the case of gang rape of Bilkis Bano and killing of 14 of her family members during the 2002 Gujarat riots, told the Supreme Court on Thursday that reformation is the main purpose of criminal justice system and that there was no error in the decision of the Gujarat government in granting them the same.

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Neeraj Chopra finishes second in Zurich Diamond League

Newly-crowned world champion Neeraj Chopra was not at his best but still finished second with a final round throw of 85.71m in the men's javelin event of the Diamond League Meeting here on Thursday. The 25-year-old Chopra, also the reigning Olympic champion, produced three legal throws of 80.79m, 85.22m and 85.71m while the remaining three were fouls.

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