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Finance ministry official killed after BMW hits his motorcycle in Delhi, wife injured
Navjot Singh, a deputy secretary in the Union Ministry of Finance, died after a BMW collided with his motorcycle near Delhi. His wife was injured in the incident. Singh's son claimed their delayed hospital transfer impacted his father's survival. Police are investigating, having seized both vehicles and initiated a formal FIR.

4 deaths a day: BMW crash that killed govt officer spotlights Delhi's dangerous roads
Delhi records an average of four road deaths daily, with two-wheelers most vulnerable. Recent BMW crash killing a government official highlights the city's dangerous traffic, where speeding, drunk driving, and reckless driving contribute to high accident rates.

Hope SC soon passes final order on waqf law itself: Asaduddin Owaisi
AIMIM president Asaduddin Owaisi criticized the Supreme Court's interim order regarding the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025, asserting it won't safeguard waqf properties. He anticipates a final verdict on the Act's constitutionality, claiming it aims to weaken the waqf system. Owaisi also condemned the BJP's development record in the Seemanchal region and commented on the impact of terrorism on sports.

Manipur shuts schools, colleges in 5 districts after heavy rainfall; 70-yr-old man goes missing
Manipur shuts schools in 5 districts due to heavy rainfall and flooding. A 70-year-old man went missing after being swept away by the Iril river. Rivers breached embankments, causing water logging and landslides in multiple districts.

‘Was in panic’: Delhi BMW accident accused on not taking victim to nearest hospital
BMW driver Gagandeep Kaur claims panic led her to take accident victim Navjot Singh to a distant hospital instead of nearby medical facility. Singh died after being hit while returning from Gurudwara. Police investigating the fatal incident are awaiting blood sample results.

Madhya Pradesh: Truck rams into crowd in Indore, two dead, many in hospital
A truck crashed into a crowd in Indore, causing potential casualties. The incident occurred Monday evening, raising concerns about the number of people injured or killed in the unexpected and tragic collision.

Rajasthan govt school teacher kills woman who drove 600 km to convince him for marriage, arrested
A Rajasthan school teacher killed a woman who traveled 600 km to marry him after meeting on Facebook. He murdered her with an iron rod, staged her death as an accident, and was arrested by police after phone location evidence.

ITR filing last date: Deadline just few hours away, IT department shares update
The Income Tax Department has confirmed that over 7 crore Income Tax Returns (ITRs) have been filed ahead of the September 15 deadline for the 2025-26 assessment year. Despite previous extensions due to issues like portal glitches and new reporting formats, no further extensions will be granted. The department urges those yet to file to do so promptly.

Census: RGI directs to update geo-spatial data for natural features, transport
RGI directs comprehensive update of geo-spatial data for Census 2027, including natural features, transportation networks, and administrative boundaries. Field exercise begins April 1, using digital methods with 3.4 million enumerators, to be completed by March 2027.

UK MP wants action against Elon Musk over ‘violence is coming’ speech at anti-immigration rally. He responds
Elon Musk's controversial speech at a far-right rally in London sparked outrage, with politicians like Ed Davey and Keir Starmer condemning his calls for violence and claims about immigration. Davey accused Musk of spreading misinformation and inciting anger, while Starmer emphasized Britain's commitment to tolerance and diversity. The rally, led by Tommy Robinson, attracted over 100,000 attendees.

SC backs 5-year rule for creating Waqf but stays implementation pending norms
Supreme Court upholds 5-year Islam practice requirement for creating waqf, citing prevention of legal evasion. Implementation stayed pending verification mechanism, while validating the provision's constitutional and rational basis.

From Oct 1, only Aadhaar-authenticated users can book online tickets for first 15 mins
From October 1, only Aadhaar-authenticated users can book online train tickets during the first 15 minutes of general reservation. The move aims to prevent misuse and ensure fair ticket access for genuine passengers.

AICTE launches initiative to boost employability in 1,000 engineering colleges
AICTE launches PRACTICE initiative targeting 1,000 engineering colleges in tier-2 and tier-3 cities, aiming to enhance student employability through project-based learning, faculty training, and industry connections from 2025 to 2028.

UP minister Sanjay Nishad escapes unhurt after car hits cow in Ballia
Uttar Pradesh Fisheries Minister Sanjay Nishad was unharmed after his car collided with a cow on the Fefna-Rasra road. The incident occurred near Ramnagar village while he was en route to a party event. Although the left side of the vehicle sustained damage, Nishad and three passengers were reported safe.

Successful Srinagar conference demonstrates J&K remains safe post-Pahalgam: ED
The ED conducted its quarterly conference in Srinagar, demonstrating Kashmir's safety post-Pahalgam attack. The event focused on expediting money laundering investigations, highlighting the region's security and resilience while showcasing a 94% conviction rate in related cases.

Nurses shield newborns as Assam earthquake rocks hospital, video viral | Watch
Two nurses heroically shielded newborns during a 5.8 magnitude earthquake in Assam, capturing the moment on viral hospital surveillance footage. The quake struck Northeast India, causing minor injuries and building damage, with Prime Minister Modi offering support.