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Kolkata, Sep 1 (IANS) Jadavpur University (JU) clarified on Tuesday that there is currently no elected students union body functioning in any of the three wings of the university. The clarification came in response to an RTI application filed by a member of the National Students Front. JU is supposed to have three separate students []

Mumbai, Sep 1 (IANS) Dangal TV is gearing up for its new original drama, Hamari Bhabhi Number 1. The family entertainer keeps the woman in the spotlight, whose world is built around their family. Set against the backdrop of Dwarka, the show talks about the Kapadia family, which is deeply connected to tradition and enjoys []

Kathmandu, Sep 1 (IANS) A 19-member Indian forensic team has begun analysing DNA samples in coordination with Nepali forensic experts to help identify people affected by the recent flash floods in Nepal, the Indian Embassy said on Tuesday. The Indian team started the analysis at the Nepal Police Central Forensic Science Laboratory and the National []

Guwahati, Sep 1 (IANS) Sivasagar MLA and Raijor Dal chief Akhil Gogoi on Tuesday announced a fresh agitation over Assams flood relief measures, alleging that his meeting with Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma failed to produce any assurance on revising the states existing disaster relief provisions. Gogoi said he met Sarma on Monday and submitted []

Mumbai, Sep 1 (IANS) As many as 31 students have been hospitalised after they fell ill following the consumption of lunch served at a school in Maharashtras Chandrapur on Tuesday, officials said. Students at Shri Ambru Naik Secondary Ashram School in Nagarala, located in the Jiwati Tehsil of Maharashtras Chandrapur district, were allegedly served the []

Koror (Palau), Sept 1 (IANS) Minister of State (MoS) for External Affairs, Pabitra Margherita, on Tuesday met Ricky F Cantero, Secretary of Foreign Affairs of Micronesia, on the sidelines of the 55th Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting in Koror, Palau. According to Marghertia, they discussed Indias engagement with Micronesia under bilateral and the Forum for []

Hyderabad, Sep 1 (IANS) In a relief to Hyderabad Disaster Response and Asset Protection Agency (HYDRAA) Commissioner A.V. Ranganath, the Telangana High Court on Tuesday temporarily suspended its single judges order, directing the state government to remove him from the post and appoint another officer in his place. Ranganath had filed a petition challenging the []

New Delhi, Sep 1 (IANS) Delhi Speaker Vijender Gupta announced that a state-of-the-art museum will be built in the Legislative Assembly complex, offering citizens an opportunity to explore the constitutional legacy and architectural heritage of this historic landmark, an official said on Tuesday. Addressing students of Delhi University under the Secretariats Youth Outreach Initiative, the []

Mumbai, Sept 1 (IANS) Actor Ram Yashvardhan, who is known for his work in mythological and drama genres, has spoken up about his social media presence. The actor rose to fame with his portrayal of Lord Shiva in Shiv Shakti Tap Tyaag Taandav and is currently gearing up to play Duryodhana in the upcoming []

Bishkek, Sep 1 (IANS) The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) members on Tuesday signed the Bishkek Declaration after the groups 26th summit in Kyrgyzstan. A number of documents were signed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other heads of state of the SCO members in the declaration on the 25th anniversary of the SCO. They also []

Mumbai, September 1 (IANS) Actress Anushka Ranjan seems to be enjoying every little moment of motherhood after welcoming twin baby girls with husband Aditya Seal. The new mommy recently shared an adorable glimpse of one of her newborns and said she is already hooked to her little ones. Anushka took to her social media account []

Mumbai, Sept 1 (IANS) Aneet Padda has revealed that she shot her upcoming project Hunkkaar The Roar before Saiyaara, the film that brought her widespread recognition. Sharing the teaser of the crime and justice drama on social media, she opened up about the project being an important part of her journey. Aneet wrote, Presenting []

Kolkata, Sep 1 (IANS) Several parts of Kolkata were waterlogged on Tuesday morning following incessant overnight rain, disrupting traffic and causing inconvenience to office-goers, school and college students, and other commuters. Slow traffic movement was reported from several parts of the city as rainwater accumulated on roads and in low-lying areas. Rainfall was heavier in []

New Delhi, Sep 1 (IANS) In a bid to ensure adequate availability of sugar in the domestic market and to prevent hoarding and speculative trading of the essential commodity in the festive season, the government on Tuesday announced to reduce the stock holding limit for sugar dealers from 4,000 quintals to 2,000 quintals, effective from []

New Delhi, Sep 1 (IANS) The National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) on Tuesday stayed the operation of an earlier verdict approving a repayment plan in the personal insolvency proceedings against Essel Group founder Subhash Chandra and decided to hear the matter afresh. A five-member Bench of the NCLT, headed by President Justice (Retd) Anupinder Singh []

Asheville, Sep 1 (IANS) Cooperation between the Centre and state governments, lower compliance burdens and sustained engagement with businesses helped India maintain strong economic growth despite global challenges, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has said. In an exclusive interview with IANS on the sidelines of the G20 Finance Ministers meeting here, FM Sitharaman credited states with []

Mumbai, Sept 1 (IANS) Rapper Badshah and Punjabi actress Isha Rikhi have parted ways 5 months after tying the knot. On Monday, Badshah and Isha announced their separation in a joint social media statement thereby putting an end to weeks of speculation surrounding their relationship. The former couple took to the Stories section of their []

Mumbai, Sept 1 (IANS) Actor Abhay Verma, who essays the role of Wing Commander Rajpal Singh Dhaliwal in the streaming series Operation Safed Sagar, has shared that knowing about the eponymous operation by the Indian Air Force has humbled him, and has led to germination of a sense of gratitude in his personality. Operation Safed []

New Delhi, Sep 1 (IANS) The Supreme Court Collegium, headed by Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant, has recommended appointing three judges as Chief Justices of the Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh and Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh High Courts. The Supreme Court Collegium, in its meeting held on 31st August, 2026, has recommended elevation of []

Butoli, Alwar, Sep 1 (IANS) In a dramatic rescue operation lasting nearly five hours, a nine-year-old boy, Bhanu, was safely pulled out of a borewell in Butoli village of Rajasthans Alwar district on Monday night. The successful rescue brought immense relief and joy to hundreds of villagers, police and administrative officials, and rescue team members []

Mumbai, Sept 1 (IANS) Bollywood superstar Ajay Devgn has echoed the thoughts of RSS supremo, Mohan Bhagwat. On Monday, the actor took to his X, formerly Twitter, and shared a picture from the Universal Oneness Celebration event by RSS. Mumbai, Sept 1 (IANS) Bollywood superstar Ajay Devgn has echoed the thoughts of RSS supremo, Mohan []

Imphal, Aug 31 (IANS) Three villagers, including two women, were killed and four others injured in an attack by suspected militants in Manipurs Kangpokpi district on Monday, police officials said. Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh, in a social media post on Monday night, said that the government would not tolerate such violence. The culprits responsible []

Dhaka, Aug 31 (IANS) A fifteen-member delegation from the National Defence College (NDC), New Delhi, arrived in Bangladesh as part of their Strategic Neighbourhood Study Tour, the Indian High Commission said on Monday. A fifteen-member delegation from the National Defence College, New Delhi, arrived in Bangladesh on 30 Aug 2026 as part of their Strategic []

Bathroom design in Indian homes is moving beyond tiles, sanitaryware and decorative fittings, with homeowners paying greater attention to everyday comfort. Among the products gaining interest are towel warmers, once associated largely with hotels and luxury hospitality spaces but now finding relevance in contemporary residential bathrooms. The appeal is simple: a bathroom towel warmer can []

A growing name in Gurgaons premium residential real estate market Gurugram (Haryana) [India], August 31: The demand for a luxury builder floor in Gurgaon is witnessing strong interest among homebuyers looking for spacious layouts, privacy, premium specifications and a more personalised residential experience. In this evolving market, Lavanya Homez is establishing its presence as a []

Bareilly (Uttar Pradesh) [India], August 31: The BBA Department of Invertis University, Bareilly, once again showcased the excellence of its academic environment, as two of Invertis students, Ayush Rastogi and Anushka Srivastava, clinched their spots in the National Grand Finale of the NISMSEBI National Financial Literacy Quiz (NFLQ) 2026. Ayush Rastogi, a 5th Semester BBA []

~Company steps up investments in mission-critical technologies as it targets opportunities across defence , critical infrastructure, energy and manufacturing~ New Delhi [India], August 31:OptiValueTekConsulting Limited, a technology and strategic advisory company focused on digital engineering, Artificial Intelligence and emerging technologies, is entering its next phase of growth with a sharper focus onAI, Digital Twins,defencetechnology and []

New Delhi [India], August 29: Starting from almost 1000 teams to finishing up in Top 4 Nationals, Invertis University, Bareilly, emerged as one of the top performers of the HAL x IIT Indore Aerothon 2026. The national level event, organized by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) and IIT Indore, witnessed participants from across the country. The []

New Delhi [India], August 31: For kids who grew up in the 90s, Shaktimaan was a lot more than just a television show.It was a sacred Sunday morning ritual and a massive part of our childhood. Beyond the action sequences, Shaktimaan taught us about courage, taking responsibility, and always doing the right thing. Today, those []

New Delhi [India], August 31: As electric mobility, renewable energy, data centres, defence systems and industrial automation expand across India, a less visible part of the manufacturing ecosystem is becoming increasingly important: the wiring and electrical connections that make these systems work. This is the space in which LuminKraft is building its business. Based in []

Vadodara (Gujarat) [India], August 31: The Sakshamthad Foundation has been awarded the 8th National Humanitarian Excellence Award 2026 in the NGO of the Year, Education, Skill Development & Community Empowerment category, for its consistent contribution toward social welfare, community development and empowerment of the vulnerable communities. The award was given in New Delhi on 15 []

New Delhi, Aug 31 (IANS) The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) on Monday warned citizens against tampering with the International Mobile Equipment Identity (IMEI) numbers of mobile phones and using devices with unauthorised or modified telecommunication identifiers, saying such violations can attract imprisonment of up to three years, a fine of up to Rs 50 lakh, []

Belgrade, Aug 31 (IANS) Kiren Rijiju, Minister of Parliamentary Affairs and Minister of Minority Affairs, on Monday, called on Duro Macut, Prime Minister of the Republic of Serbia, at the Palace of Serbia in Belgrade and discussed further strengthening ties between the two nations. Called on H.E. Duro Macut, Prime Minister of the Republic of []

New Delhi, Aug 31 (IANS) Union Ministers on Monday credited the hard work and resilience of the people of India, along with economic reforms and policy measures undertaken by the NDA government, for the countrys robust economic performance in the first quarter of fiscal 2026-27. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said Indias real GDP is estimated []

New Delhi, Aug 31 (IANS) The governments Semicon 2.0 scheme with Rs 1,27,500 crore outlay marks a decisive shift from building capacity to creating design, R&D and supplychain capability across Indias semiconductor ecosystem, industry experts said on Monday. The India Cellular and Electronics Association (ICEA) urged companies, investors and states to move quickly to convert []

New Delhi, Aug 31 (IANS) India remains the worlds fastest growing major economy with a 7.8 per cent growth in the April-June quarter of FY27, which places it ahead of every other large economy in the comparison. Malaysia and Singapore grew 6.0 per cent and 5.9 per cent, respectively, Indonesia 5.29 per cent and China []

New Delhi, Aug 31 (IANS) The NPCI International (NPIL) has paved the way for Indian tourists, business travellers and students to use UPI for making instant cross-border merchant payments by scanning Uzbekistans national interoperable QR code, UZQR, according to a Finance Ministry statement issued on Monday. The NIPL, the international arm of the National Payments []

Bishkek, Aug 31 (IANS) In yet another strong display of their warm camaraderie, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin travelled in the same car to the opening ceremony of the World Nomad Games at Bishkek Arena, immediately after ending their bilateral discussions on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit []

Shillong, Aug 31 (IANS) The regional political party in Meghalaya, United Democratic Party (UDP) president Metbah Lyngdoh on Monday firmly rejected reports of a possible mass defection of party legislators to the BJP, asserting that all 12 UDP MLAs remain with the party and are currently in Meghalaya. Lyngdoh said he had personally spoken to []

Patna, Aug 31 (IANS) A police team investigating a dispute between two groups in Katsikari village under Ramnagar police station faced resistance from villagers on Monday afternoon, leading to a scuffle and damage to a police vehicle. According to police, tension escalated when personnel attempted to intervene in the dispute. Villagers allegedly pushed and shoved []

New Delhi, Aug 31 (IANS) Industry chambers on Monday hailed Indias 7.8 per cent real GDP growth in Q1 FY27, calling the expansion broadbased and driven by resilient domestic demand, strong industrial sector, rising investment and a buoyant services sector. Public capital expenditure, digitalisation, services exports and improving financial-sector balance sheets were cited by experts []

New Delhi, Aug 31 (IANS) Gujarat Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi on Monday said the states ability to combine long-term vision with swift execution had been central to its economic growth, while inviting domestic and international investors to participate in the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit (VGGS) 2027. Speaking at the summits curtain-raiser at Bharat Mandapam []

Mumbai, Aug 31 (IANS) Comedian and actor Krushna Abhishek cheered for wife Kashmera Shah as she talked about body positivity and embracing ones flaws in her latest post on social media. Kashmera took to her official Instagram account on Monday and dropped a video montage of a string of smouldering pictures of herself, flaunting those []

Bengaluru, Aug 31 (IANS) Karnataka Home Minister, Priyank Kharge, on Monday hit back at Union Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy over his allegations regarding the Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC) recruitment case, urging him to place facts before the public instead of making what he termed hit-and-run accusations. Speaking to reporters in Bengaluru, Kharge said Kumaraswamy appeared []

New York, Aug 31 (IANS) Mariano Navone might have won his first ATP Tour title in April 2026 and has defeated the likes of Auger-Aliassime and Casper Ruud, but not many would have backed him to beat 24-time Major champion Novak Djokovic in the first round of the US Open 2026. Navone staged a massive []

Bishkek, Aug 31 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a meeting with his Armenian counterpart, Nikol Pashinyan, on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in Kyrgyzstans Bishkek on Monday and discussed strengthening bilateral cooperation across various sectors, as well as the situation in West Asia. External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar, National []

New Delhi, Aug 31 (IANS) Food delivery major Zomato has reportedly laid off around 250 employees in its latest round of workforce restructuring. The job cuts follow a review of the companys customer delight operating model and organisational requirements, according to the NDTV Profit report. As part of the restructuring, Zomato has decided to discontinue []

Mumbai, Aug 31 (IANS) Veteran actor Anupam Kher has announced a major milestone in his illustrious career. The actor revealed that he is set to feature in his landmark 555th film while keeping details about the project under wraps for now. Taking to Instagram, Anupam shared a note expressing his excitement about the announcement. He []

New Delhi, Aug 31 (IANS) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday visited the Nepalese Embassy in New Delhi and signed the condolence book, conveying Indias solidarity following the loss of hundreds of lives and extensive destruction caused by the devastating flash floods in the Himalayan nation. Singh offered condolences to those affected by the disaster, []

Mumbai, Aug 31 (IANS) The makers of the upcoming regional editions of the reality show Bigg Boss unveiled a new promo featuring Vijay Sethupathi, Nagarjuna, Kichcha Sudeepa and Mohanlal on Monday. The 4 actors are the hosts of Bigg Boss Tamil, Telugu, Kannada and Malayalam with all 4 editions set to premiere on September 6, []