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PM Modi to go on 3-day tour to 5 states, including Manipur, from Saturday

PM Modi will tour five northeastern and eastern states, inaugurating development projects worth ₹71,000 crore. Visits include Mizoram, Manipur, Assam, West Bengal, and Bihar, focusing on infrastructure, railways, healthcare, and addressing recent ethnic tensions in Manipur.

A confluence of culture and cuisine

At St. Mary's Basilica in Shivaji Nagar, a vibrant celebration of Mother Mary's birthday reveals a unique cultural fusion, with 75% Hindu devotees participating alongside Christians, showcasing a harmonious blend of faith, food, and festivity.

New Prachand LCH to have more firepower, higher survivability

India's Prachand light combat helicopters will receive seven new systems, including indigenous missiles, advanced electronic warfare tech, and improved surveillance. The ₹62,700-crore project aims to enhance military capabilities, with 156 helicopters to be delivered by 2032.

Probe report in Air India plane crash likely to be out by year-end

A final probe report on the Air India plane crash that killed 260 people is expected by year-end. The investigation continues, with a high-level safety panel still reviewing protocols after missing its initial three-month deadline.

HT interview: Coalition politics upholds India’s plurality: Manoj Jha

Manoj Jha champions coalition politics as a defender of India's plurality, criticizing majoritarianism. He emphasizes the importance of robust political alliances, democratic discourse, and people-centered governance, while discussing challenges in Opposition unity and upcoming Bihar elections.

SpiceJet aircraft loses wheel during take-off, lands safely

A SpiceJet Q400 aircraft lost a wheel during take-off from Kandla to Mumbai, triggering a full emergency. With 75 passengers on board, the plane landed safely at Mumbai airport, with all passengers unharmed and operations resuming shortly after.

Sexual harassment charge will stay on VC’s resume forever: SC

Supreme Court upholds dismissal of sexual harassment complaint against a vice-chancellor due to time limits, but orders the judgment be permanently added to his resume to ensure the allegations "haunt the wrongdoer forever" despite technical barriers.

VP takes oath, chairs 1st meeting with RS leaders

CP Radhakrishnan was sworn in as India's 15th vice president, taking oath at Rashtrapati Bhawan. He later assumed Rajya Sabha chairman role, meeting floor leaders and seeking consensus while promising fairness in his approach.

SC asks Centre to form policy to set up Spl courts for terror cases

Supreme Court directs Centre and states to establish exclusive courts for terror cases, emphasizing speedy trials. Calls for dedicated judges and infrastructure to handle NIA and UAPA cases, rejecting mere court designations and addressing systemic delays.

SC seeks govt, EC reply on regulation of parties

Supreme Court seeks government and Election Commission responses on a PIL demanding comprehensive regulations for political parties to prevent money laundering, address corruption, and ensure transparency in party functioning and funding.

PM launches digital portal for preserving manuscripts

Prime Minister Modi launched Gyan Bharatam, a digital portal to preserve India's vast manuscript collection, aiming to digitize, protect, and share intellectual heritage across 80 languages using advanced technologies like AI.

Monsoon withdrawal may start from Raj on Sept 15

Indian Meteorological Department predicts monsoon withdrawal may start from Rajasthan on September 15, marking the earliest retreat in 10 years. This year's monsoon began early on May 24, with 8% excess rainfall nationwide.

Govt can’t get free pass on inordinate delays, SC tells HCs

Supreme Court criticizes high courts for repeatedly allowing government delays in litigation, emphasizing that bureaucratic inefficiency cannot justify prolonged legal proceedings. The court stressed accountability, rejecting automatic extensions and urging timely, responsible legal actions by government entities.

Top court orders real estate sector reforms

Supreme Court mandates real estate sector reforms, emphasizing housing as a fundamental right. Directs creation of a reform committee, strengthening tribunals, establishing revival funds, and protecting homebuyers from speculative practices through comprehensive, project-specific guidelines.

₹71k-cr projects in focus during PM’s 5-state tour

PM Modi to tour five eastern and northeastern states, inaugurating ₹71,000 crore worth of projects. Visits include Mizoram's first railway connection, Manipur development initiatives, Assam infrastructure projects, and Bihar's Makhana board launch.

Supreme Court sets two-month limit for HCs, local courts to decide bail pleas

Supreme Court mandates high courts and local courts to decide bail pleas within two months, emphasizing personal liberty's importance and criticizing prolonged judicial delays that undermine constitutional rights.