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Union minister Smriti Irani holds Ram Katha, community feast in U.P.’s Amethi

Union minister Smriti Irani hosted a religious ceremony and community feast at her upcoming residence in Amethi, attended by prominent BJP leaders from the region. The presence of an MLA from Jansatta Dal (Loktantrik), a party allied with the BJP, indicated the ruling party's efforts to consolidate its presence in the area, which it won during the 2019 Lok Sabha polls. Irani also held discussions with party cadre over civic poll preparedness ahead of urban local body elections in Uttar Pradesh.

30-year-old man seriously injured as drunk driver rams SUV into footpath

A drunk driver in Mumbai rammed her SUV onto a footpath, severely injuring a 30-year-old man. The driver lost control, dragged the victim, and caused significant injuries. Police arrested her and are investigating the incident.

Dance@60: How to defy time with motion

Choreographer Avantika Bahl's project Prime challenges aging stereotypes by featuring eight dancers over 60, showcasing their diverse backgrounds and continued passion for dance, proving movement transcends age and celebrating bodily wisdom and resilience.

Delhi govt to launch 75 schemes in fortnight to mark PM’s b’day

Delhi government will launch 75 new schemes between September 17 and October 2 to celebrate PM Modi's 75th birthday. The initiative includes a cleanliness drive and special development programs, with Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurating Ayushman Arogya Mandirs.

Civil society pushes on, holds Stan Swamy lecture

Civil society groups held Stan Swamy Memorial Lecture, celebrating the activist-priest's life and work. Despite previous cancellation by right-wing groups, the event highlighted adivasi rights, migration challenges, and resistance against suppression of freedom of expression.

DGGI busts shell companies racket running invoicing scams, arrests two

DGGI arrests two brothers in Mumbai for creating shell companies and issuing fraudulent invoices worth ₹141.30 crore, involving ₹27.10 crore in GST evasion through fake transactions and misused identities.

Six minors stab man to death in Mangolpuri quarrel; detained

Six minors stabbed a 32-year-old man to death in Mangolpuri after a quarrel outside a grocery shop. All six suspects were detained. The incident was captured on CCTV and the victim died despite medical treatment at the hospital.

Speech therapist held for sexually assaulting six-year-old girl in Rohini

Delhi Police arrested a 32-year-old speech therapist for sexually assaulting a six-year-old girl with speech difficulties at his center in Rohini. The incident was discovered after the child's unusual behavior, leading to a police case and ongoing investigation.

Punjab: Barnala police arrest three in a 2-month-old murder case

Barnala police arrested three suspects in a migrant laborer's murder case. The victim, Akshay, was killed after a dispute with his contractor over payment. The body was buried near a drain and later recovered following suspect Akhilesh's confession.

Rainy and cloudy days to persist till Monday: IMD

Mumbai expects intermittent rainfall and cloudy conditions through Monday, with yellow alerts issued for heavy showers, gusty winds, and thunderstorms. IMD notes cyclonic circulation and potential monsoon withdrawal, with temperatures expected to rise to 30°C later.

Illegal guns factory busted, 1 held

Delhi Police busted an illegal firearms factory in Mathura, arresting 60-year-old Shiv Charan. They seized 14 pistols, a musket gun, and equipment after wading through chest-deep water, dismantling the operation that could produce over 350 weapons.

Union ministers visit disaster-hit areas in Himachal Pradesh

Union ministers Savitri and Shantanu Thakur visited disaster-hit areas in Himachal Pradesh, assessing flood and landslide damage. They pledged PM Modi's support, met local officials, and committed to expediting relief efforts for affected families.

Relief needed in Punjab before assessment: Bajwa

Opposition leader Bajwa demands immediate ₹20,000 per acre relief for flood-affected farmers without assessment. He criticizes AAP government's delay, alleging misuse of ₹9,041 crore disaster funds for PR and advertisements.

Uttar Pradesh govt warns officers against ignoring instructions on public representatives’ letters

Uttar Pradesh government warns officers to prioritize responding to letters from public representatives like MPs and MLAs, issuing a stern directive with potential disciplinary action for non-compliance, after multiple previous orders were reportedly ignored.

Auto driver dies after bogus doctor treats him; case registered

An auto driver died after a bogus doctor treated his toothache with an injection, leading to breathing difficulties. Police registered a case against the fake doctor, who ran an unregistered clinic, after the patient's family discovered his fraudulent medical practice.

Congress demands cancellation of RBI Nariman Point deal, threatens to approach court

Congress demands cancellation of RBI's Nariman Point land deal, alleging broken promises to political parties. They claim a Rs 1,800 crore loss, citing undervaluation and breach of commitment to relocate party offices originally displaced for metro project.