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India fast-tracks four key Indus projects after suspension of Treaty with Pakistan

India accelerates four hydropower projects in Jammu and Kashmir after suspending the Indus Waters Treaty with Pakistan, advancing completion dates and evaluating additional projects amid ongoing tensions and water-sharing disputes.

What Rahul Gandhi, BJP leaders said on PM Narendra Modi's 75th birthday: 'Stood with…'

Leaders across political spectrum wished PM Narendra Modi a happy 75th birthday, praising his leadership, dedication to national service, and commitment to development. President Murmu, Rahul Gandhi, and others extended greetings, highlighting his global impact and vision for India's progress.

Uttarakhand govt grants sanction to prosecute Corbett tiger reserve director

Uttarakhand government grants prosecution sanction against former Corbett tiger reserve director Rahul after Supreme Court pressure, reversing earlier decision. CBI investigation revealed illegal tree felling and unauthorized construction in tiger reserve's buffer zone.

Man dies after falling into sewer while cleaning it in Delhi’s Ashok Vihar

Four men fell into a sewer while cleaning in Delhi's Ashok Vihar. One worker died, three were hospitalized. Police registered a case for negligence and manual scavenging violation, highlighting ongoing safety concerns in sewer work.

‘Venomous, anti-Hindu’: Arundhati Roy's India-Pakistan analogy draws strong backlash

Author Arundhati Roy faces backlash for claiming India wages perpetual war against its citizens, comparing it unfavorably to Pakistan. Former officials and social media users criticize her remarks as anti-Hindu, misleading, and historically distorted.

ED arrests ex-MUDA commissioner Dinesh Kumar over alleged site allotment scam

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has arrested former MUDA commissioner Dinesh Kumar for alleged involvement in a money laundering case linked to illegal site allotments. Following searches at his properties, the ED plans to seek his custody in a special PMLA court. The investigation stems from a Karnataka Lokayukta Police FIR implicating various officials, including Chief Minister Siddaramaiah.

Chhattisgarh Police probe ‘Maoist note’ announcing suspension of ‘armed struggle’

Chhattisgarh Police are investigating a viral Maoist statement claiming suspension of armed struggle and willingness for peace talks. The authenticity is being verified, with officials cautious about the statement's language and content.

Khalistani outfit SFJ threatens to 'siege' Indian consulate in Vancouver: ‘Indo-Canadians planning…’

Banned Khalistani group Sikhs for Justice threatens to siege Indian consulate in Vancouver on September 18, warning Indo-Canadians to avoid the location, amid ongoing tensions related to Trudeau's allegations about Indian agents.

Defying Nizam rule, freedom fighters unfurled tricolour for 1st time on Devgiri fort in Sep 1947

On September 2, 1947, three freedom fighters disguised as laborers unfurled the Indian national flag at Devgiri fort in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, then under Nizam rule. Despite being surrounded by Nizam forces, they escaped. This act is commemorated on September 17, known as Marathwada Liberation Day, marking the region's integration into India.

Affordable cinema matter of public interest: Karnataka justifies ₹200 ticket cap

Karnataka government defends ₹200 movie ticket price cap, arguing it ensures affordable cinema access. Multiplex Association challenges the move as unconstitutional, claiming it restricts business rights. Court reserves orders after hearing arguments from both sides.

How Opposition reacted as Pakistan's Shahid Afridi lauds Rahul Gandhi's ‘positive mindset’

Shahid Afridi praised Rahul Gandhi's "positive mindset" during a TV show, drawing BJP criticism. Opposition countered by highlighting Afridi's past interactions with BJP MPs, including a viral photo with Anurag Thakur. The controversy emerged after India's Asia Cup victory over Pakistan.

TN govt body issues notice to ONGC over hydrocarbon project in Ramanathapuram

Tamil Nadu's environmental authority issued a notice to ONGC regarding a controversial hydrocarbon exploration project in Ramanathapuram. The government is reconsidering environmental clearance after local protests, citing potential ecological and agricultural damage.

‘Gyan Kumbh’ of AI: Faith & future collide in Haridwar

Global AI experts gathered in Haridwar to discuss technology's potential and risks, emphasizing democratization, responsible development, and spiritual perspectives. The conference highlighted concerns about power concentration, global warming, and the need for ethical AI implementation.

File suo motu case on polluted Rajasthan river, says SC

Supreme Court orders suo motu case on Jojari river pollution in Rajasthan, highlighting industrial waste contamination threatening villagers' drinking water and posing significant health risks to local communities and agricultural practices.

SC to examine its order on govt’s mining clearance

Supreme Court reviews its order blocking post-facto environmental clearances for mining and construction projects, examining the legality of notifications that allowed projects without prior environmental clearance to continue operations.

13 dead in Dehradun as rain wreaks havoc in hills again

Torrential rains in Uttarakhand killed 15 people, with 13 deaths in Dehradun. Landslides blocked roads, stranded 3,000 tourists, and damaged infrastructure. Rescue operations are ongoing, with IMD warning of continued rainfall in the region.