DailyWorld News - The First International Newspaper From India https://dailyworld.in/ Thu, 02 Oct 2025 22:16:19 +0530 en https://dailyworld.in/national/vijayadashami-inspires-us-to-follow-path-of-truth-justice-president-murmu-641081.html New Delhi Oct 2 President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday extended greetings to the countrymen on the occasion of Vijayadashami and prayed for inspiration to build a nation where people live in peace and harmony Vijayadashami also known as Dussehra is observed annually at the culmination of Shardiya Navaratri Falling on the tenth day of the month of Ashvin in the Hindu lunisolar calendar it symbolises the triumph of good over evilIn a statement President Murmu said On the auspicious occasion of Vijayadashami I extend my heartfelt greetings and best wishes to all my countrymenSymbolising the victory of Dharma over Adharma the festival of Vijayadashami inspires us to follow the path of truth and justice she addedCelebrated in various parts of the country as Ravana Dahan and Durga Puja this festival reflects Indias values This festival gives us the message to abandon negative tendencies like anger and ego and adopt positive tendencies like struggle and bravery she saidI wish that this festival inspires us to build a society and country where all people progress together in life with justice equality and harmony the President addedThe word Vijayadashami itself is a combination of vijaya meaning victory and dashami referring to the tenth day denoting the festival that celebrates the triumph of righteousness over evil forcesEarlier in the day Prime Minister Narendra Modi also took to social media and wished the countrymen on the auspicious occasionVijayadashami is a symbol of the victory of good and truth over evil and untruth My wish is that on this sacred occasion everyone receives the inspiration to continuously progress on the path of courage wisdom and devotion PM Modi posted on XExtending his best wishes he added My warmest greetings of Vijayadashami to my family members across the country IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/vijayadashami-inspires-us-to-follow-path-of-truth-justice-president-murmu-641081.html Thu, 02 Oct 2025 12:35:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/nia-files-charge-sheet-against-two-in-dunki-human-trafficking-case-641092.html New Delhi Oct 2 The National Investigation Agency NIA has chargesheeted two accused in connection with human trafficking from India to the US via the dunki route The NIA has charged the accused Sunny and Shubhal Sandhal alias Deep Hundi with human trafficking and cheatingSunny a resident of Dharamshala in Himachal Pradeshs Kangra district and Sandhal of Delhis Peeragardhi were arrested in July this year around three months after the arrest of the main accused Gagandeep Singh alias Goldy from Tilak Nagar area of the national capitalThe case was initially registered by the police under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and the Punjab Travel Professionals Regulation Act 2014 at the Goindwal police station in District Tarn Taran Punjab and then reregistered by the NIA on March 13During the interrogation of the accused it came to the fore that Sunny was a donkar actively involved in human trafficking via the dunki routeBased in Mexico from 2021 to 2023 Sunny connived with Goldy and others to facilitate illegal border crossings and unlawfully detain the victims the statement addedSunny received payments through hawala and bank transfers Even after returning to India in 2023 he continued coordinating logistics managing hawala transactions and directly sending victims via the dunki routeSandhal a Delhibased hawala agent was engaged in illegal fund transfers for the human trafficking syndicate led by Goldy and his associatesThe NIA investigations revealed that Shubham collected money from Indian clients and remitted it abroad using the hawala networkSandhal was involved in smoothly managing and moving the illicit funds across India Mexico and the US as part of the illegal immigration racketThe investigation is continuing against the other accused in the caseThe probe agency is also working to dismantle similar illegal trafficking syndicates involved in cheating and exploiting innocent people with false promises of a legal visa IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/nia-files-charge-sheet-against-two-in-dunki-human-trafficking-case-641092.html Thu, 02 Oct 2025 12:48:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/bsf-performs-shastra-puja-on-india-pakistan-border-in-jaisalmer-on-vijayadashami-641094.html Jaisalmer Oct 2 On the auspicious occasion of Vijayadashami the Border Security Force BSF in Jaisalmer Rajasthan performed the traditional Shastra Puja on Thursday at the IndiaPakistan border The ceremonial worship of weapons sent a strong message of readiness and resolve from the Jaisalmer Artillery Regiment to any adversaries across the border Vijayadashami celebrated as the triumph of good over evil holds deep significance in Indian tradition It marks the day Lord Ram defeated the demon king Ravan symbolising the victory of righteousness over injustice For Indias armed and paramilitary forces this day carries additional importance as it underscores their commitment to protecting the nation from any threatsAt the BSFs Artillery Regiment camp in the desert terrain of Jaisalmer the day began with traditional fervourSoldiers dressed in ceremonial attire gathered early in the morning to perform the ritualistic worship of weapons The proceedings commenced with the invocation of Goddess Durga and her divine protectors Yoginis Jaya and VijayaFloral offerings were made to the artillery and each weapon from small arms to heavy artillery was cleaned adorned with turmeric and vermillion tilak and sanctified with Ganga waterAmidst the chants of hymns and the reverberation of patriotic slogans soldiers saluted their weapons treating them not merely as instruments of war but as sacred symbols of Shakti or divine powerChants of Jai Hind Bharat Mata ki Jai BSF Zindabad and Artillery Regiment Amar Rahe echoed through the camp underscoring the high morale and readiness of the forceCommandant Shakti Singh Tanwar head of the Artillery Regiment said This is not just a ritual of weapon worship In Operation Sindoor our regiment delivered a decisive and fitting response to Pakistans hostile attempts We neutralised multiple enemy posts and demonstrated that the BSF is fully capable across every domainOperation Sindoor a recent security operation showcased the BSFs coordination with the Indian Army in thwarting crossborder infiltration attemptsAccording to Tanwar the regiment operated tirelessly during the mission with soldiers remaining on high alert without rest for several nights It wasnt just about pulling the trigger it was about upholding the sovereignty of the nation he addedJaisalmer with its vast and scorching desert terrain stands as a critical front for Indias border security Here BSF personnel maintain a relentless vigil along the International Border During Operation Sindoor soldiers patrolled continuously often taking positions atop sand dunes refusing to allow any breach of the borderThe BSF is not just a paramilitary force it is the first line of defence for the country Tanwar addedOur regiment is constantly being upgraded with modern equipment including drones nightvision cameras and radar systems Operation Sindoor proved that we are not just guardians of the border but warriors capable of facing any combat scenario headonThe observance of Vijayadashami at the border serves not only as a religious ritual but also as a reaffirmation of the BSFs unwavering dedication It conveys a message of strength vigilance and patriotism to the nation and its adversaries alike IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/bsf-performs-shastra-puja-on-india-pakistan-border-in-jaisalmer-on-vijayadashami-641094.html Thu, 02 Oct 2025 12:50:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/vijayadashami-keralas-festival-of-letters-blends-faith-culture-and-community-641095.html Thiruvananthapuram Oct 2 Vijayadashami in Kerala has evolved into a celebration that transcends religious boundaries On Thursday thousands of tiny tots from across the state Hindus Christians and even Muslims were initiated into the world of letters at ceremonies held in temples cultural organisations clubs and schools Over the years the tradition has expanded beyond temples with Christian churches and on rare occasions mosques hosting the initiation ritualOn this day eminent personalities step into the role of teacher writers filmmakers priests vice chancellors and even politicians helping little ones trace their first syllables on a plate of riceAmong those who participated this year was master filmmaker Adoor Gopalakrishnan alongside senior politicians and temple priestsFollowing tradition the guru uses a golden ring to write sacred words on the childs tongue Hindu children begin with Hari Sree Ganapathaye Namaha while Christian children inscribe Sree Yesu Mishihaye NamahaThe largest crowds however gather at Thunchan Parambu in Tirur the cradle of Malayalam literature and the revered birthplace of Thunchathu EzhuthachanMore than 5000 children many travelling from distant places assemble here each year patiently waiting for their turn to enter the world of lettersThe Panachikkad temple in Kottayam is another centre that draws thousands of eager familiesYet the significance of Vijayadashami goes far beyond the rituals It is a festival that embodies courage truth and faithAt its heart lies the initiation into learning Vidyarambham a tradition that reminds society of the enduring power of knowledgeAt Kollur Mookambika Temple in Karnataka the ceremonies began at dawnIn homes and temples alike the first letters are traced on childrens tongues or on grains of rice a symbolic act to usher in the sweetness of wisdomVijayadashami also carries the ritual of Ayudha Puja the worship of tools and instruments underscoring the sacredness of workFarmers artisans and professionals seek blessings for safety and success in their daily labour reinforcing the idea that knowledge and skill are inseparableWhat makes this day striking is its ability to blend tradition with inclusivenessWhether in the grandeur of Thunchan Parambu the bustle of Panachikkad or the intimacy of a family home the message remains the same learning is divine IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/vijayadashami-keralas-festival-of-letters-blends-faith-culture-and-community-641095.html Thu, 02 Oct 2025 12:51:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/isi-cultivates-hamas-as-proxy-against-india-while-deceiving-us-on-gaza-peace-641096.html New Delhi Oct 2 The White House released a 20point plan following discussions between US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on a Gaza peace plan The plan released on Monday said that Hamas should release hostages and leave power in Gaza and also disarmIn the midst of these developments there were reports that Pakistan would be sending in troops to Gaza as part of a Muslim nations peacekeeping force This puts the spotlight on the double standards by Pakistan which has been actively training Hamas on its soilRecently many Hamas leaders were seen sharing the stage in Pakistan along with of the LashkareTaiba and JaisheMohammad when the socalled Kashmir Solidarity Day was observedFor several months now Hamas have been in Pakistan They have been attending training camps that are run by the LeT and JeMIntelligence Bureau officials said that the decision to train Hamas by members of the Pakistan Army and ISI is not getting them ready for a battle against IsraelAt this moment Pakistan would not try to meddle in Palestine because they are aware of what the stand of the US is on the issueThe ISI has taken in Hamas and trained them so that they can be used in Balochistan Khyber Pakhtunkhwa India and BangladeshThe Pakistan Army is having a hard time dealing with the Balochistan Liberation Army BLA and TehreekeTaliban TTPThe army has faced huge and embarrassing losses at the hands of these outfits and hence is looking for backing from the HamasRoping in the LeT or JeM to fight against the TTP and BLA is not an optionMany cadres of these outfits share a good rapport with the Taliban and hence would not want to indulge in a battle especially against the TTPFurther the ISI wants the LeT and JeM to be engaged in Jammu and Kashmir and not elsewhere While all these outfits are training together the jurisdiction has been drawn by the ISIHamas would not be allowed to battle in Jammu and Kashmir and would instead focus on taking on the BLA and TTPThe ISI also has plans to deploy Hamas members in Bangladesh so that they can carry out strikes in the northeastern statesTerror groups in Bangladesh such as the HarkatulJihadi Islami HuJI and JamaatulMujahideen Bangladesh JuMB are capable of carrying out strikes but their cadres are not battlehardened like HamasThe presence of Hamas in Pakistan is not a new development Its leaders have been visiting Pakistan since 2024Since then its leaders have been addressing conferences relating to both Israel and KashmirIntelligence reports also state that Hamas leaders at the behest of the ISI have also visited Bangladesh on numerous occasions The primary intention is to destabilise India and the ISI is trying to take advantage of the capabilities that Hamas has It would want Hamas to launch rocket attacks on India like it did with IsraelHamas has displayed such capabilities and hence the ISI is cultivating it as a major asset against IndiaAn official said that this is typical of Pakistan to backstab allies On one hand Pakistan has been tomtomming about a newfound ally in the US and on the other hand it harbours a terror group that works against Washingtons interests In the aftermath of the 911 attacks Pakistan joined the war against terror along with the United StatesHowever Osama Bin Laden the mastermind of the deadly attacks whom the US was looking for was given refuge in Pakistan IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/isi-cultivates-hamas-as-proxy-against-india-while-deceiving-us-on-gaza-peace-641096.html Thu, 02 Oct 2025 12:51:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/governors-cms-of-telugu-states-greet-people-on-dussehra-641099.html Hyderabad Oct 2 The Governors and Chief Ministers of Telangana and Andhra Pradesh have greeted people on the occasion of Vijayadashami Telangana Governor Jishnu Dev Varma extended his warm and cordial greetings to the people of the stateThe Navaratri festival renews us with the spirit of joy and jubilation The main theme of the festival is the triumph of good over evil which has an everlasting relevance the Governor said in his message Truth alone Triumphs is our national motto and so while celebrating the festival we have to collectively endeavour to fight all the evils including diseases environmental hazards external threats and also create a greener and healthier nation he said I pray that the Divine Mother may shower her choicest blessings on the occasion of happy and festive celebrations of Dasara he addedChief Minister A Revanth Reddy also extended heartfelt greetings to the Telangana people The Dasara festival assumes a special place in the unique cultural life of the Telangana State he said The festival is being celebrated as a symbol of the victory of good over evil forces Telangana also stands as a testament to the unity of diverse communities he addedCM Revanth Reddy observed that performing Dashami puja with sacred Jammi leaves Alai Balai taking blessings of elders and sighting of Pala Pitta Indian Roller Coaster are considered auspicious signs during the festivities in Telangana The Chief Minister prayed to Goddess Durga that Telangana register unprecedented growth with a lot of victories and all sections of people celebrate this festival with joy and happinessAndhra Pradesh Governor S Abdul Nazeer extend his heartiest greetings to the people of the state Vijaya Dasami is one of the most significant festivals in the cultural tradition of India During Navaratri festival devotees worship nine forms of Goddess Maa Durga symbolising supremacy of Dharma and victory of good over evil I pray Divine Goddess Maa Durga to shower Her Choicest Blessings on all of us on this happy and festive occasion of Vijaya Dasami the Governor saidAndhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu greeted Telugu people on Vijayadashami I sincerely wish that the blessings of Mother Sri Kanakadurga be upon everyone On this Navratri occasion which gives primacy to the worship of Shakti we have beheld the divine auspicious form of Ammavaru in her nine avatars he said and prayed that Her blessings continue upon the state of Andhra Pradesh May she grant the moral strength to carry forward this great yagna of welfare and development The Amma canteens that fill the stomachs of the poor every day pensions in the service of the poor Deepam that stands as a support for women and mothers the free bus travel scheme Stree Shakti Talli Ki Vandanam that educates children Anna Daata Sukhibhava that stands as support for farmers the P4 policy that holds the hands of the poor and leads them towards development and with industrial progress may this Dasara festival fill every home with light said Chandrababu NaiduDeputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan also greeted people on Dussehra On this auspicious occasion of Vijaya Dasami which is celebrated as a symbol of the victories of Lord Sri Rama who protected the world from evil forces bestowed strength upon the entire world and established righteousness by slaying Ravana I pray that all people remain in happiness and joy and that the nation progresses on the path of development in all sectors he said IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/governors-cms-of-telugu-states-greet-people-on-dussehra-641099.html Thu, 02 Oct 2025 12:55:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/ramadoss-reappoints-gk-manis-son-as-pmks-youth-wing-chief-amid-rift-with-anbumani-641102.html Chennai Oct 2 The internal feud within PMK deepened on Wednesday as party founder Dr S Ramadoss announced the reappointment of Tamilkumaran son of the partys honorary president GK Mani as president of the partys youth wing The move comes amid a bitter leadership battle between Ramadoss and his son former Union Health Minister Dr Anbumani RamadossSpeaking to reporters at Thailapuram Ramadoss said he had decided to bring back Tamilkumaran to head the youth wing a post once held by Anbumani himselfTamilkumaran had earlier stepped down after which Mukundan Ramadoss grandson was appointed However continued infighting and questions over party leadership led to Ramadosss decision to reinstate TamilkumaranThe fatherson rift in PMK has been simmering for months After the expiry of Anbumanis term as party president Ramadoss declared that he himself would hold the post until a new leader was chosenAnbumanis faction objected insisting that only the partys general council could decide on the next president Each side then convened separate public meetings to assert controlThe dispute escalated when Anbumanis supporters submitted papers to the Election Commission EC nominating him as PMK president and reportedly changed the partys registered address in Chennai without the founders knowledgeGK Mani a staunch Ramadoss loyalist accused Anbumanis camp of fraudulent manipulation and asserted that PMKs sole recognised headquarters remained in TeynampetThe feud has also created confusion among cadres and raised concerns about the partys readiness for upcoming electoral battlesWhile Anbumani enjoys a strong base among younger leaders and is seen as the face of the partys future Ramadoss retains moral authority as founder and is rallying longtime loyalists to keep controlWith Tamilkumarans return as youth wing president Ramadoss appears to be consolidating his hold and countering Anbumanis growing influenceParty insiders say the reappointment is symbolic sending a message that Ramadoss still commands the structure and is not ready to yield groundObservers note that the public family feud risks weakening PMKs bargaining power ahead of alliances for the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections where the Vanniyar communitybased party traditionally plays a key role IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/ramadoss-reappoints-gk-manis-son-as-pmks-youth-wing-chief-amid-rift-with-anbumani-641102.html Thu, 02 Oct 2025 13:16:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/pm-modis-warning-on-illegal-immigration-rings-true-as-isi-plots-rohingya-infiltration-into-india-641104.html New Delhi Oct 2 Prime Minister Narendra Modi while speaking at an event to commemorate the RSS centenary celebrations once again spoke about the dangers of illegal immigration He had made the same point during his Independence Day address The Prime Minister repeatedly flagging the issue only shows how dangerous illegal immigration into the country is The agencies have long flagged the issue stating that illegal immigration is a planned attempt to cause demographic changes and ensure the commission of crimes in IndiaThe ISI Pakistan along with the DGFI Bangladesh have long been planning to increase the scale of illegal immigrants into India While a number of illegal immigrants who come into India are from Bangladesh the two agencies have now decided to increase the number of Rohingyas from Myanmar who would enter India illegallyThe ISI and DGFI have roped in the HarkatulJihadi Islami LashkareTaiba and the Aqa Mul Mujahideen AMM to execute this plan The three terror groups are looking to take advantage of the ongoing situation in Myanmar to rope in the RohingyasMany of those who have been displaced due to the violence are the potential targets Security officials say that attempts are being made to gather as many as possible in Bangladesh before infiltration attempts are madeWhile India is already battling the influx of Bangladeshi illegal immigrants adding the Rohingyas to the mix would only stress the system further Another plan that has been set in motion is to use the Rohingyas who have taken refuge in Bangladesh to carry out crossborder attacks against IndiaOfficials say that Dhaka cannot afford to be complicit in such a situation The situation could backfire and the radicalised Rohingyas could unleash terror in Bangladesh also There is also the risk of crimes rising in a country that is seeing neverending violence and massscale radicalisation However Indian agencies doubt that Bangladesh would do much considering that the ISI is involvedSince Muhammad Yunus was made caretaker of the interim government with the blessings of the JamaateIslami he has cosied up to PakistanWith the Jamaat calling the shots it is unlikely that the Bangladesh administration would act on this problem that threatens Indias national security The number of camps for Rohingya has risen since the ouster of Sheikh Hasina Camps to train the Rohingyas have come up at Bagerha Coxs Bazar and Mymensingh These camps were set up following a meeting of the ISI officials along with Hafiz Saeed and AMM commander Abu Aman Jununi The AMM commander is originally from Myanmar but trained in Pakistan His training is solely for the purpose of roping in Rohingyas and then infiltrating them into India as well as carrying out terror strikesIn addition to stepping up security India has also put into effect the new Immigration and Foreigners Act The act has strict rules on passports visas and immigration The Union Home Ministry notified the rules of the Immigration and Foreigners Act 2025 on September 1During the debate on the bill Union Home Minister Amit Shah said that the government was ready to welcome those who wished to come to India for purposes of tourism education business and healthcareHe however stressed that India is not a dharmashala Back in 2023 investigations had revealed that some brokers in Tripura had been facilitating the infiltration of Rohingya refugeesThey would come into India by using Assam as a corridor The agencies have been told by the Centre to crack down on such brokers and touts so that the problem can be minimised as much as possible IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/pm-modis-warning-on-illegal-immigration-rings-true-as-isi-plots-rohingya-infiltration-into-india-641104.html Thu, 02 Oct 2025 13:18:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/true-strength-lies-in-simplicity-and-moral-conviction-sc-judges-pay-tribute-to-mahatma-gandhi-641106.html New Delhi Oct 2 On the occasion of Gandhi Jayanti Supreme Court judges Justices Surya Kant Ahsanuddin Amanullah N Kotiswar Singh and KV Vishwanathan on Thursday paid floral tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at the apex court premises Addressing dignitaries and colleagues after offering tributes Justice Kant said visiting Gandhijis statue filled him with a profound sense of peace and reflectionDescribing the Father of the Nation as a moral compass whose ideals continue to guide Indias democracy he observed There was a calm dignity in the air that seemed to embody his teachings of truth and nonviolenceReflecting on Gandhis contribution to the freedom struggle Justice Kant noted that his ability to unite people across all strata of society galvanised a national movement that challenged British rule on the groundTrue strength lies in simplicity and moral conviction Justice Kant said highlighting Gandhijis sacrifices and his philosophy of village selfrelianceThe SC judge stressed that Gandhijis idea of freedom went beyond political sovereignty For Gandhiji true freedom was measured by the dignity accorded to the most vulnerable and by the assurance of justice to those at the margins of society Justice Kant saidHe added that the Mahatmas conception of justice transcended adversarial courtrooms Even the fiercest disputants shared threads of common interest and through an appeal to both the heart and the mind reconciliation was possible Justice Kant saidJustice Kant also remembered former Prime Minister Lal Bahadur Shastri as a leader who carried Gandhian values into the highest offices of public lifeHis enduring call Jai Jawan Jai Kisan resonates even today as a timeless affirmation of patriotism honouring both the soldier who safeguards the nation and the farmer who sustains itHis leadership was grounded in accessibility and moral clarity mirroring Gandhis vision that justice and dignity must extend to every household and every field the apex court judge saidHighlighting the commonality between Gandhi and Shastri Justice Kant said both leaders had an unwavering devotion to justice as the bedrock of public lifeFor Gandhi justice was inseparable from truth and compassion Shastri translated that moral vision into governance through simplicity integrity and inclusiveness that ensured no citizen felt excluded from the nations progress he saidConcluding his address Justice Kant stressed that their shared ethos must serve as a living call to action and said Their legacy of justice humility and selfless service remains far more than a memory it is a call urging us to uphold their principles in the ongoing journey of our democracy IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/true-strength-lies-in-simplicity-and-moral-conviction-sc-judges-pay-tribute-to-mahatma-gandhi-641106.html Thu, 02 Oct 2025 13:20:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/rg-kar-victims-parents-call-for-resurrection-of-mass-movement-till-justice-is-attained-641107.html Kolkata Oct 2 As Thursday marks the end of the fourday Durga Puja festival in West Bengal without a single protest demonstration on the RG Kar rape and murder tragedy the parents of the victim have called for resurrection of the mass movement as was evident last year till justice is achieved At the same time while speaking to a section of the media persons the victims parents have made it clear that they want the resurrection of the protests not just for attaining justice for their deceased daughter but also for the protection of future Durgas against such tragic and ghastly ends as of their daughtersToday the immersion of Durga idols will take place Influential people were behind the immersion of my Durga Those responsible for her untimely immersion are enjoying the festival I would appeal to the people of the state to join the festival but never forget the pain of Durgas like my daughter Especially never forget the Durga of the RG Kar said the victims motherThe ambience for the last fourdays of Durga Puja this year is a studyincontrast to what it was last yearThe painful memories of the ghastly rape and murder of the junior doctor of staterun RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata within the hospital premises were fresh in the minds of the common people then and hence the festival days last year witnessed more of spontaneous mass protests on the streets of Kolkata rather than festivity and pandal hoppingHowever just a year later the Durga Puja this year had witnessed the resurrection of usual festival scenes of gleeful pandal hopping overflowing crowds at popular food joints and the tunes of scintillating songs from the loudspeakers of different community Durga Puja pandals There was not a single major protest in Kolkata to seek justice for the young doctor who is called Abhaya or TilottomaAccording to the victims father the mass movement needs to be intensified to attain justice for their deceased daughterWe are on the path of battle for justice Our fight for justice will continue We understand it is an uneven contest considering the influence enjoyed by the masterminds behind the larger conspiracy We have to intensify our movement and that will never happen without public support We have to continue the fight we are carrying out in the court At the same time we want mass movements again on this issue We do not want any politics on this he said IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/rg-kar-victims-parents-call-for-resurrection-of-mass-movement-till-justice-is-attained-641107.html Thu, 02 Oct 2025 13:47:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/andhra-pradesh-governor-cm-pay-tributes-to-mahatma-gandhi-lal-bahadur-shastri-641108.html Vijayawada Oct 2 Andhra Pradesh Governor S Abdul Nazeer and Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Thursday paid rich tributes to Father of the Nation Mahatma Gandhi on his 156th birth anniversary and Lal Bahadur Shastri former Prime Minister on his 121st birth anniversary Governor Nazeer offered tributes to the two leaders by offering flowers to their portraits at a programme held at Durbar Hall in Raj BhavanThe governor said Mahatma Gandhis ideals of truth nonviolence simplicity and selfless service are timelessGandhijis vision of peace harmony and upliftment of the poor remains a guiding spirit for the nation Gandhijis timeless principles inspire us to build a society that upholds justice equality and fraternity and continues to contribute towards the progress of the nation Abdul Nazeer said in his messageHe also offered tributes to former Prime Minister Bharat Ratna Lal Bahadur Shastri on his birth anniversaryThe governor said Shastri was a great statesman and a humble leader who epitomised simplicity integrity and dedication to the nationShastri jis call of Jai JawanJai Kisan continues to inspire generations His significant role in nation building and patriotism will always be remembered he saidChief Minister Naidu paid tributes to Mahatma Gandhi On the occasion of the 156th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi the Father of the Nation who stood at the forefront in the struggle for the countrys independence and led the nation I offer my solemn tribute Gandhi ji the great soul who united the Indian nation and fought against the British Empire with peace and nonviolence to bring freedom to the country The path shown by that great soul and the values he practiced should serve as an ideal for the youth Only then will the dream of a new India that we are envisioning become a reality the Chief Minister said in a post on XHe also paid tributes to former Prime Minister Lal Bahadur Shastri saying he filled the nation with new enthusiasm with the slogan Jai Jawan Jai KisanHe noted that Shastri tirelessly struggled for the countrys independence Lal Bahadur Shastris spirit of sacrifice should inspire the youth he saidDeputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan stated that Mahatma Gandhis principles should be known to future generationsThe truth nonviolence preached by Mahatma Gandhiji provide powerful strength to humanitys eternal life Gandhiji practiced them personally and demonstrated their power On the occasion of that great souls birth anniversary I offer my heartfelt tribute Gandhijis principles should be known to future generations We should study the path he followed in the freedom struggle said the Jana Sena leaderPawan Kalyan appealed to all to purchase khadi clothes in response to the call given by Prime Minister Narendra ModiIn his tributes to Lal Bahadur Shastri the Deputy Chief Minister stated that Indian freedom fighter former Prime Minister and the great leader filled the people of the country with a sense of unity with the slogan Jai Jawan Jai Kisan during difficult times IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/andhra-pradesh-governor-cm-pay-tributes-to-mahatma-gandhi-lal-bahadur-shastri-641108.html Thu, 02 Oct 2025 13:50:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/villager-brutally-killed-by-maoists-in-chhattisgarhs-bijapur-over-alleged-police-link-641110.html Raipur Oct 2 In a brutal act of violence that has sent shockwaves through Chhattisgarhs insurgencyhit Bastar region Maoists have murdered a villager after accusing him of being a police informer The victim identified as Madkam Bhima was a resident of Pujarikanker village under the jurisdiction of Usur Police Station in Bijapur districtAccording to police officials the incident occurred around 900 pm on October 1 when a group of armed Maoists arrived at Bhimas residenceEyewitness accounts and preliminary investigation suggest that the assailants forcibly entered his home accused him of passing information to security forces and dragged him outside There in full view of terrified villagers they attacked him with a sharpedged weapon inflicting fatal injuriesThe Usur Police Station received information about the murder shortly after the incident A team was dispatched to verify the report and upon confirmation a case was registered under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita BNS and the Unlawful Activities Prevention ActPolice officials have launched an investigation and assured that all necessary legal action is being takenThis was a cowardly and inhuman act said a senior police officer from Bijapur Targeting innocent villagers under the pretext of suspicion is a tactic Maoists have long used to instil fear and suppress dissent We are committed to ensuring justice for the victim and his familyThe killing has once again highlighted the persistent threat posed by Maoist insurgents in the region where civilians often find themselves caught between the crossfire of extremist violence and counterinsurgency operations The accusation of being a police informer has become a common justification for such targeted killings despite the lack of evidence in many casesLocal residents expressed grief and outrage over Bhimas death describing him as a quiet and hardworking man with no known political affiliationsSecurity forces have intensified patrolling in the area and efforts are underway to identify the perpetratorsThis incident adds to a growing list of civilian casualties in Maoistaffected districts of Chhattisgarh underscoring the urgent need for stronger protective measures and community engagement to counter extremist influence and safeguard innocent lives IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/villager-brutally-killed-by-maoists-in-chhattisgarhs-bijapur-over-alleged-police-link-641110.html Thu, 02 Oct 2025 13:51:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/kerala-mla-roughed-up-in-his-constituency-amid-row-over-increasing-pollution-641113.html Kannur Oct 2 KP Mohanan a legislator of the ruling Left Democratic Front and former state agriculture minister was roughed up by a group of people in his Kuthuparampu Assembly constituency in Kannur district on Thursday The 75yearold leader who represents the seat on behalf of the Rashtriya Janata Dal RJD an ally of the ruling Left had arrived at Kariadu to inaugurate an Anganwadi when the incident took placeLocal residents who have been protesting for some time over alleged pollution from a dialysis centre in the area confronted the legislator as he walked towards the venueEyewitnesses said a group of agitated men and women surrounded him raising slogans and questioning him over their grievancesWhat began as a heated verbal exchange soon turned into pushing and pullingThe MLA who appeared isolated from his supporters at that moment was seen being jostled and at times losing his balance before regaining composureVideo clips from the spot showed Mohanan resisting the protesters while asserting that he would go ahead with his programmeDespite the confrontation he eventually managed to proceed to the inauguration venueAmong those actively involved in the protest were women who voiced their anger alongside the menKuthuparampu is a politically sensitive constituency once represented by Chief Minister Pinarayi VijayanMohanan himself has deep political roots in the region his late father PR Kurup was also a minister in an earlier Left governmentMohanan served as Agriculture Minister in the Congressled United Democratic Front UDF government between 2011 and 2016 representing the Socialist Janata Dal at the timeWhen the party shifted allegiance back to the Left Mohanan followed suit and regained his seat at the 2021 Assembly election from KuthuparampuKannan a local resident said this pollution issue has been hanging fire for around two years Despite repeated demands to tide over this pollution issue nothing happened and the local people were upset said KannanThe episode highlights the simmering local discontent over environmental concerns linked to the dialysis centre It remains to be seen if the legislator will take up the issue with the police as elections are around the corner IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/kerala-mla-roughed-up-in-his-constituency-amid-row-over-increasing-pollution-641113.html Thu, 02 Oct 2025 13:53:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/rahul-gandhi-pays-tribute-to-kamaraj-celebrates-leaders-enduring-legacy-of-simplicity-and-social-reform-641114.html Chennai Oct 2 On the death anniversary of Bharat Ratna K Kamaraj Congress leader Rahul Gandhi paid tribute to one of Indias most respected postindependence statesmen In a message on X Gandhi said His humility integrity and pioneering work in education and social justice for the upliftment of the marginalised continue to inspire generationsKamaraj who served as Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu from 1954 to 1963 is widely regarded as the architect of modern Tamil Nadus educational and social welfare systemsRising from humble beginnings Kamaraj left school at a young age but dedicated his life to ensuring that no other child would be deprived of learning due to poverty or distanceUnder his leadership Tamil Nadu witnessed a massive expansion of public schoolingThousands of new schools were built free uniforms were provided to students and the midday meal scheme was strengthened bringing children into classrooms and reducing dropout ratesHis belief that education could break the cycle of poverty became a cornerstone of the states development Kamarajs vision was not confined to education alone He pushed for industrial growth while balancing it with agricultural support helping Tamil Nadu maintain economic stabilityKnown for his clean politics and extraordinary personal integrity he lived a simple life often traveling without fanfare and rejecting luxuriesHis reputation for honesty earned him respect across party linesBeyond Tamil Nadu Kamaraj played a decisive role in shaping Indias political history As president of the Indian National Congress he was instrumental in guiding the party during a crucial transition period after the death of Jawaharlal Nehru and Lal Bahadur ShastriHis ability to mediate conflicts and prioritise national interest over personal ambition gave him the title of Kingmaker in Indian politicsMore than five decades after his death Kamarajs influence remains deeply felt His belief that governance must serve the poorest and most vulnerable continues to resonateRahul Gandhis tribute serves as a reminder that Kamarajs legacy is not just history it is a living guide to ethical and peoplecentered leadership that remains relevant to Indias future IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/rahul-gandhi-pays-tribute-to-kamaraj-celebrates-leaders-enduring-legacy-of-simplicity-and-social-reform-641114.html Thu, 02 Oct 2025 13:54:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/has-cautioned-govt-to-stay-on-right-path-rashid-alvi-on-mohan-bhagwats-external-interference-warning-641116.html New Delhi Oct 2 Senior Congress leader Rashid Alvi on Thursday weighed in on RSS chief Mohan Bhagwats remarks stressing the need for heightened vigilance and empowerment in national security asserting that the statement is the Sanghs attempt to guide the Centre to stay on the right path This came as Bhagwat during the centenary celebrations of the RSS expressed concern over rising instability in the neighbouring nations pointing to regime changes in Sri Lanka Bangladesh and Nepal triggered by widespread public discontentBhagwat warned that such developments underscore the need for vigilance and introspection within IndiaThere are unconstitutional elements within the country trying to destabilise it However these elements will be addressed Society and the administration should now concentrate on the development of the region Kashmir he statedReacting to Bhagwats statement Alvi told IANS I believe he has to some extent spoken correctly that when such situations are prevailing all around the country we also need to remain alert and even more than us the Government of India must remain vigilant I think the RSS chief has cautioned the Government of India telling them to stay on the right path otherwise situations similar to Nepal and Bangladesh could be repeated within IndiaOn BJP Minority Morcha chief Jamal Siddiquis request to President Droupadi Murmu seeking Bharat Ratna for RSS founder KB Hedgewar Alvi called it an attempt by Siddiqui to appease the RSS and the BJPWhat are the criteria for the Bharat Ratna Can the Bharat Ratna be given to those who stood with the British government Can it be given to those who were not even remotely involved in the fight for Indias Independence he questionedThe Congress leader claimed that the RSS has a 25year history when it stood with the British governmentThe entire world knows this They were not known during the Salt March In 1942 when Mahatma Gandhi and others were in jail the RSS stood outside reassuring the British that they stood with them If such people were awarded the Bharat Ratna it would be an insult to freedom fighters Alvi added IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/has-cautioned-govt-to-stay-on-right-path-rashid-alvi-on-mohan-bhagwats-external-interference-warning-641116.html Thu, 02 Oct 2025 14:21:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/gst-20-empowering-livelihoods-and-growth-in-uttar-pradesh-641117.html New Delhi Oct 2 The GST reforms provide targeted relief to Uttar Pradeshs diverse economy spanning GIregistered carpets brassware Zardozi footwear ceramics sports goods and cement Lower tax rates are expected to improve affordability for households ease workingcapital pressures on artisans and strengthen MSME competitiveness in both domestic and global markets according to an official statement issued on ThursdayBhadohi carpets Moradabad brassware and Saharanpur woodcraft are expected to become 67 per cent cheaper boosting exports and sustaining lakhs of artisan jobs The BhadohiMirzapurJaunpur region is one of Indias largest handknotted and handwoven carpet clustersFollowing the GST cut from 12 per cent to 5 per cent handmade carpets will become cheaper This is likely to improve affordability in domestic markets strengthen export competitiveness and ease workingcapital pressures for family looms and SMEs that dominate the clusterThe leather and footwear clusters in the KanpurAgra belt employing 15 million workers will also benefit from the GST rate cut which will improve the competitiveness of MSME and lead to higher exportsThe Firozabad glassware Khurja ceramics and Gorakhpur terracotta stand to gain from lower costs supporting fragile clusters and festival demand as prices come down due to the reduction in GSTThe GST rate cut will boost Lucknows Zardozi a GIregistered craft and an ODOPpromoted product which provides livelihood to around 152 lakh artisans with women forming a large share of the workforce in cottage and smallscale units producing these embellished fabrics The craft serves strong domestic demand from weddings and festivals along with exports to the Middle East Europe and the USAAgras famed marble inlay craft Parchinkari carried forward by artisan families in Agra Firozabad and Mathura remains closely tied to tourism The cluster sustains 500020000 workers including carvers polishers and inlay artists many supported under ODOP initiativesThe sector is closely tied to tourism and décor markets with additional sales through online gifting and limited niche exports to Europe and the Gulf A GI application for Agra Parchinkari is under examination and the craft is globally recognised for its link to the Taj Mahals heritageThe GST rate reduction from 12 per cent to 5 per cent is expected to make stone handicrafts more affordable for tourists and domestic buyers boosting sales and easing cost pressures on small workshopsGST 20 will boost cottagebased and familyrun units that dominate Uttar Pradeshs embroidery sector with nearly 253 lakh artisans engaged across Lucknow Varanasi and Bareilly NIFT and MSME reportsWomen make up a large share of the workforce particularly in semiurban and rural households Lucknow Chikan Craft and Varanasi Zardozi Work are both GIregistered and recognised ODOP products receiving special promotional supportThe GST reforms will give a fillip to the wooden toy and craft sector in Uttar Pradesh is sustained by family artisans many of whom work from their homesThe clusters in Varanasi and Chitrakoot alone employ around 1500025000 artisans while Saharanpur is home to thousands more engaged in woodworking and carving Rampur is also part of this traditional craft network The clusters cater to strong domestic demand through fairs religious toys and décor with modest exports reaching Europe and the GulfWith GST reduced from 12 per cent to 5 per cent toys and small crafts are expected to become cheaper improving affordability in local markets and helping artisans compete with machinemade plastic productsThe GST reforms will also benefit sports good clusters of the state in Meerut and Modinagar with 3000035000 workers engaged in small units MSMEs and larger factories The sector produces cricket and hockey equipment for a domestic market worth about Rs 250 crore while also exporting to the UK Australia Africa and the Middle East It is supported under ODOP with marketing and MSME assistanceWith GST reduced from 12 per cent to 5 per cent sports goods are expected to be cheaper This is likely to boost demand in the domestic market improve export competitiveness and support employment stability across small and medium enterprisesThe GST reduction from 28 per cent to 18 per cent will spur growth in Uttar Pradeshs cement industry spread across Mathura Chunar Mirzapur Firozabad and Aligarh is dominated by largescale industrial plants The sector employs about 1500020000 direct workers and another 10000 in transport raw material supply and constructionlinked servicesThese clusters are located around limestonerich areas ensuring efficient supply chains While the domestic market is driven by housing infrastructure and construction limited clinker exports also go to Nepal and BangladeshThe GST rate reduction will make cement more affordable lowering construction costs for developers and households improving competitiveness against imports and encouraging expansion of industrial plants and logistics services IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/gst-20-empowering-livelihoods-and-growth-in-uttar-pradesh-641117.html Thu, 02 Oct 2025 14:22:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/esic-issues-guidelines-of-new-amnesty-scheme-to-settle-court-cases-641118.html New Delhi Oct 2 The Employees State Insurance Corporation ESIC has issued detailed guidelines for the new Amnesty Scheme 2025 for settlement of court cases and withdrawal of prosecution cases The measure is aimed at simplifying compliance and reducing the burden of litigation to facilitate ease of doing business according to an official statementThe Amnesty Scheme 2025 is a onetime dispute resolution initiative aimed at reducing the backlog of court cases promoting compliance under the ESI Act and enhancing ease of doing businessThe scheme provides an opportunity to employers and insured persons to settle disputes outside courts in a structured and transparent manner It will remain in operation from October 1 to September 30 2026For coverage disputes the scheme applies to both closed and running units Units closed for more than five years with litigation pending for over five years and no assessment will have their cases withdrawn Units closed within five years must produce records pay accepted dues with interest and will not be liable for damagesRunning units can also settle disputes by producing records to support their claims with no damages imposed However cases where employers voluntarily registered through Form01 on the ESIC portal are excludedFor contribution disputes the scheme covers cases challenged under Sections 45A 45AA 75 82 or Article 226 without substantial legal questions Employers must obtain court permission apply in the prescribed format and pay contributions both employers and employees share with interest as per records Where records are missing documents from the EPFO or Income Tax authorities may be relied upon for verificationIn cases where no such records are available the employer will be required to pay at least 30 per cent of the assessed contribution Additionally interest on the dues will be payable at the revised contribution rate No damages will be levied but employers must give an undertaking for future complianceFor damages disputes cases will be withdrawn on payment of 10 per cent of the determined damages where contribution and interest have already been paid If ESIC has appealed in higher courts damages as fixed by the lower courts will be accepted and cases withdrawnCriminal cases under Section 84 against insured persons for wrong declarations will be withdrawn if excess amounts are refunded and an undertaking is given with no interest charged Cases pending for over five years where insured persons cannot be traced may also be withdrawn but those involving conspiracy or forgery are excludedProsecution cases under Sections 85 and 85A against employers may be withdrawn if contributions and interest are paid based on records or alternative documents like EPFOIT filings Where no records exist dues will be assessed on declared wages SSO survey reports or minimum wages No damages will be imposedThe scheme also covers old cases under Sections 85a and 85g pending for over 15 years with dues up to Rs 25000For closed units such cases may be withdrawn For running units compliance must be updated and at least 30 per cent of dues with interest paid Cases under Section 85e for nonsubmission of returns may be withdrawn since the requirement is redundant with digitalisation subject to compliance Cases of late submission of declaration forms pending for more than three years may also be withdrawn if compliance is complete and accident cases are settledTo ensure smooth implementation Additional Commissioner cum Regional DirectorsRegional DirectorsDirector IcJoint Director IcDeputy Director Ic of ESIC Regional amp SubRegional Offices have been fully empowered to process withdrawals and settlements during the scheme period A fieldlevel committee comprising legal and finance officers along with panel advocates will review such casesAll cases must be settled within six months from the date of application and even those who availed earlier amnesty schemes are eligible to benefit from this new initiativeBy offering a practical transparent and employerfriendly mechanism for dispute resolution this scheme removes procedural bottlenecks facilitates faster closure of longpending cases and builds confidence among stakeholdersIt is expected to ease operational challenges for employers reduce the legal load on courts and further strengthen ESICs role as a progressive and responsive social security institution the statement added IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/esic-issues-guidelines-of-new-amnesty-scheme-to-settle-court-cases-641118.html Thu, 02 Oct 2025 14:23:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/women-celebrate-sindoor-khela-on-vijayadashami-marking-conclusion-of-durga-puja-641119.html New Delhi Oct 2 Women across India enthusiastically celebrated the traditional ritual of Sindoor Khela on Vijayadashami on Thursday marking the conclusion of the nineday Durga Puja festival Female devotees said that since the Mother Goddess resides among her devotees for nine days before returning to her celestial home the ritual is performed to pray for eternal marital bliss and to seek the Goddesss return next yearIn Delhi Maa Durga Mataji was bid farewell at the Durga Puja pandal in Mayur Vihar Phase 1 East Delhi Before the ceremonial immersion puja rituals were conducted after which women joyfully celebrated Sindoor Khela by applying vermilion to each other The devotees reiterated that this custom symbolises their prayers for lasting marital happiness and a hopeful reunion with the Goddess next yearIn Ranchi on Vijayadashami women from the Bang community applied vermilion to one another at the Durga temple grounds in Durgabari The ritual was a prayer for eternal marital bliss The devotees shared that since Mother Durga vanquished the demon Mahishasur Sindoor Khela celebrates her victory the victory of good over evil As twilight descends devotees bid farewell to the Goddess and smear vermilion on each otherIn Kolkata on the morning of Dashami the rituals of Devibaran and Sindoor Khela were held simultaneously at various pandals and residential complexes across the city Special events began early in the morning at Kolkatas major puja pandals as well as at places like the Urbana Housing ComplexThe sound of conch shells Ululudhvani and the rhythmic beat of drums filled the pandals creating an emotional atmosphere among devotees Traditionally women dressed in red and white saris first bid farewell to Goddess Durga by applying sindoor to her forehead They then engaged in Sindoor Khela with each other their faces saris and the entire atmosphere glowing with excitementAt the Urbana Housing Complex in Kolkata crowds of men and women gathered early morning The farewell ceremony began with offering prayers and sweets to the Goddess Afterwards women immersed themselves in Sindoor Khela filling the entire complex with joy as people embraced and exchanged greetingsFrom South Kolkata to North Kolkata the same heartfelt scene played out everywhere From large pandals to small neighborhood puja committees devotees were immersed in emotion The Goddesss departure was met with hopeful anticipation encapsulated in the popular refrain Aasche Bochhor Abar Hobe It will happen again next yearBengals famed Durga Puja festival is widely celebrated for the joyous spirit it brings with the blessings of Maa Durga From the traditional Dhunochi Naach incense dance to the elegant white sari with red border this festival has gained immense popularity across India IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/women-celebrate-sindoor-khela-on-vijayadashami-marking-conclusion-of-durga-puja-641119.html Thu, 02 Oct 2025 14:23:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/heavy-rain-likely-in-coastal-andhra-as-depression-intensifies-641120.html Visakhapatnam Oct 2 The depression over westcentral Bay of Bengal has intensified into a deep depression and is likely to cross Odisha and adjoining Andhra Pradesh coasts between Gopalpur and Paradip on Thursday night Visakhapatnam Cyclone Warning Centre said The deep depression lay centred at 300 km from Visakhapatnam 300 km from Gopalpur Odisha and 400 km from Paradip OdishaStrong winds with a speed of 4050 kmph likely at isolated places over Coastal Andhra Pradesh and YanamHeavy rain with strong winds lashed Visakhapatnam inundating lowlying areas Electricity supply was also disrupted in some areasUnder the impact of deep depression heavy rain is likely in north and south coastal districtsAccording to Cyclone Warning Centre heavy to very heavy rainfall likely to occur at one or two places over Srikakulam Parvathipuram Manyam Vizianagaram Visakhapatnam Alluri Sitharama Raju Anakapalli Kakinada Yanam Dr BR Ambedkar Konaseema and East Godavari districts of north coastal Andhra Pradesh and Yanam An orange alert has been issued for these districtsHeavy rainfall is also likely to occur at one or two places over the districts of West Godavari Eluru NTR Krishna Guntur Palnadu Bapatla and Prakasam districts of coastal Andhra Pradesh and YanamAgriculture Minister K Atchannaidu has alerted officials in view of the heavy rains forecast in north coastal Andhra over the next two daysHe spoke to Collector and Superintendent of Police of Srikakulam district to review the preparedness He enquired about the flood situation in Nagavali and Vamsadhara rivers and directed officials to be ready to face any emergency situationMeanwhile the flood flow in Krishna and Godavari rivers have started to recedeAccording to Andhra Pradesh Disaster Management Authority the inflow at Prakasam Barrage on Thursday 384 lakh cusecs Authorities were releasing 399 lakh cusecs downstream They have withdrawn the first warning at Prakasam BarrageThe floodwater in Godavari was also receding The inflow and outflow at Dowleswaram were 1205753 cusecs The Disaster Management Authority said people should remain vigilant until the floodwater completely subsides IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/heavy-rain-likely-in-coastal-andhra-as-depression-intensifies-641120.html Thu, 02 Oct 2025 14:25:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/left-cong-slam-centre-for-pittance-given-for-wayanad-landslide-disaster-641123.html Thiruvananthapuram Oct 2 Kerala leaders on Thursday criticised the Central government over its allocation of funds for reconstruction following the Wayanad disaster calling it politically discriminatory and inadequate The Centre on Wednesday sanctioned its first dedicated financial assistance for the districts reconstruction A HighLevel Committee chaired by Union Home Minister Amit Shah approved Rs 26056 crore from the National Disaster Response Fund NDRF as against Keralas demand for Rs 2221 croreCongress General Secretary and Lok Sabha member KC Venugopal accused the Centre of showing political discrimination by failing to sanction the funds Kerala had requested for rebuildingKerala currently has two Union Ministers They must clarify whether this approach towards the state is acceptable Do they have any concern or conscience for the disasteraffected people who are being ignored Are they willing to correct the Central governments stance Venugopal saidHe also demanded that the Centre hold dialogue sessions in the disasterhit areas of WayanadKerala had sought a reconstruction package of Rs 2219 crore but received only Rs 26056 croreIn comparison last year Maharashtra was granted Rs 1492 crore and Assam received Rs 1270 crore this year for flood reliefVenugopal called for immediate correction of this perceived political bias and said the federal structure was being underminedState Revenue Minister K Rajan also expressed his displeasure over the Centres treatment of KeralaWhat has the Centre given It is nothing compared to the damage It took five months to include this disaster in the L3 category We submitted losses amounting to Rs 1222 crore yet received nothing We asked for Rs 2221 crore and got only Rs 260 crore This is clearly discrimination against Kerala Rajan saidState Finance Minister KN Balagopal echoed the concern saying The Centres approach keeps Kerala out of the scene While the Centre did cover expenses for helicopters and certain services during the disaster the reconstruction support is grossly inadequate We will again approach the Centre said Balagopal and added that to even get this it took 15 monthsVenugopal further noted that the people of Wayanad had high expectations from the Prime Ministers visit after the disasterHowever during the event the PR agency prepared photo opportunities and ignored Keralas plight reflecting the governments alleged inhumane approach towards states that do not align politicallyHe stressed that the people of Wayanad have a right to adequate assistance and the Centre should adopt a humane and just approach IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/left-cong-slam-centre-for-pittance-given-for-wayanad-landslide-disaster-641123.html Thu, 02 Oct 2025 14:58:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/unique-tradition-of-killing-ravan-in-kota-jethi-community-tramples-clay-effigy-with-their-feet-641124.html Kota Oct 2 India is a land of diverse and deeply rooted traditions and when it comes to Dussehra each region has its own unique way of symbolising the victory of good over evil In Rajasthans Hadoti region the small but culturally rich Jethi community upholds a distinctive tradition of killing Ravan not by burning but by trampling a clay effigy underfoot While the rest of the country prepares to burn large effigies of Ravan on Vijayadashami the Jethi community in Kotas Nanta area continues their centuriesold custom Every year members of the community craft a clay Ravan at the beginning of Navratri in a temple On the day of Dashami the wrestlers of the community gather to trample the effigy underfoot marking the symbolic destruction of evilThis unique tradition is closely linked to the communitys roots in wrestling The Hadoti region was once ruled by the Hada kings who were great patrons of the sport Over a century ago they invited wrestlers from Gujarat to Kota and the tradition of wrestling flourished The Jethi community often referred to as a wrestler caste grew from this legacy and continues to celebrate Vijayadashami in a way that honours both physical strength and cultural heritageSpeaking to IANS Sohan Jethi head of the community said We have been following this tradition for 200 years On Vijayadashami we kill Ravan with our legs After that we pay our respects by touching the feet of our ancestorsA large number of local residents along with women and children from the Jethi community gather to witness and participate in this rare and symbolic ritual It serves as both a cultural celebration and a reminder of the communitys historical connection to valour and traditionDussehra is a major Hindu festival symbolising the triumph of good over evil It commemorates both Lord Ramas victory over demon king Ravan and Goddess Durgas victory over the demon Mahishasura The festival marks the end of Navratri and signifies renewal righteousness and the destruction of negative traits like ego and arrogance IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/unique-tradition-of-killing-ravan-in-kota-jethi-community-tramples-clay-effigy-with-their-feet-641124.html Thu, 02 Oct 2025 14:59:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/manipur-police-convoy-attacked-in-chandel-vehicles-damaged-641129.html Imphal Oct 2 A mob attacked a convoy of Manipur Police at Longja village in the states Chandel district damaging several vehicles though no injuries were reported officials said on Thursday A police official in Imphal said that windshields of three police vehicles were damaged in the attack that took place late on Wednesday when the police were conducting an operation in the hill areas However there is no report of any injuries on either sideOne of those vehicles belonged to the Additional Superintendent of Police of the Chandel district which shares an unfenced border with MyanmarThe official quoting reports from Chandel said that a large number of people mostly women belonging to the Kuki tribal community prevented the convoy of vehicles from advancingKuki organisations alleged that the Manipur Police are biased towards the Meitei communityIn another development Manipur Police arrested two main accused who were involved in arson and mob attack on security personnel on Tuesday from the Yumnam Patlou Awang Leikai areas in Imphal East district The arrested persons are identified as Konjengbam Nanao alias Arunjit 21 and Heikrujam Khamba Meitei 43 both residents of Imphal EastIn a separate operation security forces have arrested a selfstyled corporal of the Peoples Liberation Army PLA militant outfit The militant was identified as Khundongbam Nandabir Meitei alias Chinglen 55 from Heirok Salam Leirak area of the Thoubal districtMeanwhile security forces in joint operations in Imphal West Imphal East and Churachandpur districts have recovered a large cache of arms and ammunitionThe recovered arms include a 9 mm SMG carbine with magazine five singlebarrel rifles one doublebarrel gun five pistols five pompi guns two 12bore shotguns a modified 303 sniper rifle with lens and an M16 automatic rifle with magazineThe security forces also recovered a large cache of various types of ammunition and explosives including Chinese grenades from the three districtsA Manipur Police official said that the security forces continue to conduct search operations and area domination in the fringe mixedpopulation and vulnerable areas across districtsAccording to the official a total of 114 nakascheckpoints were set up in different districts both in the hills and the valley region to prevent untoward and illegal movements of inimical elements and suspected vehicles He said that the security forces have provided escorts to a large number of vehicles carrying essential items along ImphalJiribam National Highway NH37Strict security measures are taken up in all vulnerable locations and a security convoy is provided in sensitive stretches in order to ensure free and safe movement of the vehiclesManipur Police also urged the people not to believe in rumours and be vigilant of false videosThe veracity of any circulation of unfounded videos audio clips etc may be confirmed from the Central Control Room Moreover there are possibilities of many fake posts being circulated on social media It is hereby cautioned that uploading and circulation of such fake posts on social media will attract legal action with consequences a police statement saidThe police also appealed to people to return the looted arms ammunition and explosives to the police or the nearest security forces post immediately IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/manipur-police-convoy-attacked-in-chandel-vehicles-damaged-641129.html Thu, 02 Oct 2025 15:35:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/why-mental-health-must-become-a-national-priority-641133.html New Delhi Oct 2 IANS With the everincreasing cases of depression and anxiety making mental health a national priority can help India build healthier more productive and more resilient communities said experts on ThursdaynbspAccording to the National Mental Health Survey 2016 around 132 per cent of Indians experience a diagnosable mental health condition in their lifetime while 106 per cent are currently affectednbspIn other words roughly one in 10 Indians lives with conditions such as depression anxiety or substance use disorders with depression being the most common particularly among womenWhile government initiatives like TeleMANAS are offering valuable firstresponse counselling in multiple languages these efforts alone cannot bridge the large gapnbspSpeaking to IANS Dr Prabha Chandra Senior Professor of Psychiatry Past HOD Psychiatry and Dean of Behavioural Sciences NIMHANS Bangalore stated that mental health is inseparable from physical healthnbspStudies have shown that people with mental illnesses have higher rates of noncommunicable diseases like diabetes and hypertension while those with chronic physical illnesses are more vulnerable to depression and anxiety Poor mental health also directly affects productivity education and social functioning whether in workplaces schools or communitiesMental health must therefore be integrated into all spheres schools workplaces womens shelters police services and beyond Not everyone will access hospitals or clinics so we need to meet people where they are Chandra saidnbspElevating mental health as a priority at both the central and state levels is an urgent need added Dr Shekhar Saxena Former Director Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse World Health Organization WHOnbspIt will help address high prevalence and burden of mental health conditions high suicide death rates and severe treatment gap with nearly 8090 per cent of people not receiving the care they need said the public mental health professionalHe noted that although the prevalence of mental health conditions in India is comparable to global levels there are some specific areas of concern in the countrynbspIndia has high rates of mental health challenges among women adolescents and children and an alarming rise in deaths by suicide among certain groups said SaxenanbspChandra explained that the National Mental Health Programme NMHP now implemented as the District Mental Health Programme DMHP covers over 700 districts with teams including psychiatrists psychologists social workers and nursesHowever given that 10 per cent of the population requires care one team per district is far from sufficient Training primary care physicians has helped in identifying common disorders but the treatment gap remains staggering 7075 per cent for severe conditions and even higher for common disorders she addednbspFurther urban areas face additional challenges of anonymity and access while rural districts rely heavily on primary health centres Initiatives like TeleMANAS offer valuable firstresponse counselling in multiple languages and the National Suicide Prevention Strategy acknowledges the social roots of suicideBut government efforts alone cannot bridge the gap We urgently need more counsellors psychologists social workers and nurses along with models of tasksharing the experts said proposing a formal industry bodynbspA National Mental Health Alliance will help amplify visibility advocacy and collective problemsolving Chandra saidnbspOnly by making mental health a national priority can India ensure healthier more productive and more resilient communities she added https://dailyworld.in/national/why-mental-health-must-become-a-national-priority-641133.html Thu, 02 Oct 2025 16:07:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/rss-outlook-at-100-from-third-way-economics-to-a-civilisational-worldview-641137.html New Delhi Oct 2 IANS On the auspicious occasion of Vijayadashami as the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh RSS turned 100nbsp Sarsanghchalak Mohan Bhagwats muchawaited address at Nagpur was both reflective and forwardlooking He linked the legacy of icons like Guru Tegh Bahadur Mahatma Gandhi and Lal Bahadur Shastri with the Sanghs own 100year journeynbspIt is clear from his speech that there is going to be no major shift in RSS approach towards nationbuilding Even after 100 years it is a work in progress for the RSSnbspBhagwats emphasis on developing an indigenous development model rooted in Bharats civilizational wisdom holds key significance as it reflects the RSS worldview and global outlook tooAccording to Bhagwat across the globe scientific progress the ability of technology to make many aspects of human life more convenient and greater interconnectedness between countries due to communication and global trade present a positive picture However there is a considerable difference between the pace of scientific and technological progress and the pace at which humans adapt to thesenbspDue to this ordinary people may end up facing numerous problems Similarly we are also witnessing other problems such as the ongoing wars and conflicts both large and small across the globe the fury of nature due to environmental damage weakening of social and family bonds and growing misconduct and hostility towards others in everyday life he saidHe further said Efforts have been made to address all these problems but they have failed in stopping their progression or providing a comprehensive solution All countries are facing a threat from perverted and hostile forces that believe that the destruction of all bonds that unite such as culture faith tradition and the like is necessary for resolving these problems These forces will aggravate the social ills conflict and violence affecting humanity In Bharat too we are experiencing all these circumstances in various ways The world is eagerly awaiting solutions that are based on Bharatiya philosophyBhagwats emphasis on the indigenous development model is a reiteration of the Sanghs 100yearold stand that India had a highly evolved development model that was destroyed by the invaders over the last 1000 yearsnbspRSS thinkers and ideologues like Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay and Dattopant Thengadi have talked about this model in detail In the RSS parleys it is known as the Third Way Thengadi gave this term Third Way as an alternative to both Capitalism and Socialism the two key economic models that have emerged over the last 300 yearsSumming up the RSS outlook on its centenary Bhagwat stated The harmful consequences of the materialist and consumerist development model adopted worldwide based on a materialist and compartmentalised approach are increasingly becoming evident everywhere In Bharat too due to the same model irregular and unpredictable rainfall landslides drying up of glaciers and other similar effects have intensified over the last 34 years The entire water supply of Southwest Asia originates in the Himalayas The occurrence of these disasters in the Himalayas should be considered as a warning bell for Bharat and other countries of South Asia https://dailyworld.in/national/rss-outlook-at-100-from-third-way-economics-to-a-civilisational-worldview-641137.html Thu, 02 Oct 2025 16:19:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/chandrababu-naidu-pawan-kalyan-congratulate-rss-on-centenary-641138.html Amaravati Oct 2 IANS Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu and Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan have congratulated the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh RSS on its centenarynbspChief Minister and the Telugu Desam Party TDP president took to X on Thursday to congratulate the RSSnbspI extend my sincere congratulations to the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh on completing 100 years Wishing them continued success in their service to the nation particularly in providing humanitarian support to people during times of need wrote CM Naidu whose party is a key partner in BJPled NDA government at the CentreEarlier Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan also congratulated RSS on turning 100nbspOn this sacred day of Vijaya Dasami I extend my profound wishes to the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh on completing 100 glorious years of discipline service and nationfirst commitment he saidnbspThe Jana Sena leader wrote that from the freedom movement to every natural calamity and crisis the RSS has always stood at the forefront silently serving the nation with unmatched discipline and dedicationThe strength of the Sangh lies not in words but in actions in every Swayamsevak who embodies service before self In 1925 Freedom Fighter Sri Dr Keshav Baliram Hedgewar Ji founded the Sangh with a clear vision to prepare a generation rooted in discipline unity and sacrifice qualities essential for national independence and the building of a strong Bharat Since then the RSS has completed 100 years of dedicated service posted the actorpoliticianHe congratulated Sar Sanghchalak Mohan Bhagwat and said that his journey from an RSS Pracharak to leading the Sangh for more than 15 years reflects his unwavering commitment to uniting society on the timeless values of Sanatan DharmanbspHis leadership continues to inspire millions and strengthen the spirit of service across the nation My heartfelt wishes to every Swayamsevak on this historic centenary This is not just 100 years of an organisation it is 100 years of shaping character building unity and living for the nation added Pawan Kalyan https://dailyworld.in/national/chandrababu-naidu-pawan-kalyan-congratulate-rss-on-centenary-641138.html Thu, 02 Oct 2025 16:26:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/vijayadashami-being-celebrated-with-great-enthusiasm-at-jammus-parade-ground-641139.html Jammu Oct 2 IANS The festival of Vijayadashami is being celebrated on Thursday with great enthusiasm in Jammu particularly at the historic Parade Ground where the main event will take place laternbspPreparations are in their final stages and the Jammu and Kashmir Police have launched a thorough security search operation to ensure the safety of attendees Security arrangements have been significantly tightenednbspIn the evening effigies of Ravan will be set ablaze followed by a grand procession drawing crowds from across the regionSpeaking to IANS artisans involved in the celebration shared that the tradition of Dussehra celebrations at the Parade Ground has been continuing for centuries For the past 40 years their families have been contributing to the event by creating effigies and participating in the festivities They highlighted that Vijayadashami in Jammu symbolises communal harmony as Hindus Muslims and Sikhs come together to celebrateSome political elements try to disrupt this harmony said one artisan but messages like I love Muhammad and I love Mahakal represent our unity We appeal to everyone to uphold mutual brotherhood and peacenbspAnother artisan added We have been making effigies for places like Leh and Srinagar Preparations begin a month in advance However due to the current situation celebrations in Leh have been cancelled But here at the Parade Ground a large effigy of Ravan has been installed and is ready for the ceremonyVijayadashami also known as Dussehra marks the culmination of the Navratri and Durga Puja festivals It commemorates Lord Rams victory over the demon king Ravan and Goddess Durgas triumph over Mahishasura symbolising the victory of good over evil The day also signifies new beginnings renewal and the destruction of negative qualities such as ego arrogance and injusticenbspSpiritually Dussehra reinforces the belief that righteousness and truth ultimately prevail over evil regardless of how powerful the forces of darkness may seem As the effigies burn and the celebrations unfold the message remains clear good always triumphs over evil https://dailyworld.in/national/vijayadashami-being-celebrated-with-great-enthusiasm-at-jammus-parade-ground-641139.html Thu, 02 Oct 2025 16:29:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/cm-vijayan-cong-leader-muraleedharan-slam-centre-for-insulting-gandhi-glorifying-rss-641143.html Thiruvananthapuram Oct 2 Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan and senior Congress leader K Muraleedharan criticised the Modi government accusing it of systematically distorting history and dishonouring Mahatma Gandhi In a strongly worded Facebook post CM Vijayan said Gandhi turned his life itself into a universal message and was murdered by a Hindutva fanatic precisely because he stood uncompromisingly for democracy and secularismGandhi and his ideals stood in the way of divisive politics which is what provoked the communal forces the Chief Minister wroteThe chief minister lashed out at the Centre for releasing a postal stamp and coin to mark the centenary of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh RSS an organisation that was banned after Gandhis assassinationCalling the move an insult to the Constitution he said the decision to issue them on the eve of Gandhi Jayanti itself showed that even Gandhis memory unsettles the Sangh ParivarHe accused the government of repeatedly trying to project VD Savarkar who was tried in the Gandhi assassination case as a national symbolThis attempt to substitute Savarkar for Gandhi is a dangerous distortion that secular society must resist CM Vijayan warnedEchoing the sentiment Muraleedharan declared that the Modi governments efforts to belittle Gandhi would be fought back and defeatedInaugurating a Gandhi Darshan programme in Thiruvananthapuram on Thursday Muraleedharan called the release of a Rs 100 coin carrying the stamp of the RSS deplorableThose who collaborated with the British during Indias independence struggle have no moral right to decide this nations course he saidMuraleedharan accused the Sangh of seeking to rewrite history to suit its ideological agenda and warned that such moves posed a direct challenge to Indias democratic and secular foundationsBoth leaders used Gandhi Jayanti to underline that the fight against communalism and historical revisionism remains critical asserting that Gandhis vision of pluralism is the true antidote to divisive politics IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/cm-vijayan-cong-leader-muraleedharan-slam-centre-for-insulting-gandhi-glorifying-rss-641143.html Thu, 02 Oct 2025 17:04:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/kashmir-mirwaiz-umar-farooq-expresses-solidarity-with-people-of-palestine-regrets-loss-of-life-in-ladakh-641146.html Srinagar Oct 2 Kashmir Mirwaiz Umar Farooq on Thursday expressed solidarity with the people of Palestine and regretted the loss of life in Ladakh Talking to reporters on the sidelines of a religious conference Mirwaiz Umar said wherever there is conflict in the world real peace can be achieved only when justice is done to people involved in that conflictReferring to the Palestine issue Mirwaiz expressed strong solidarity with the people there saying We eagerly want the ceasefire to be implemented and the genocide of Palestinians to endBut beyond a temporary cessation of war what is required is a genuine fair and lasting peace process Whether it comes from the West or the Islamic bloc such a process must accommodate the aspirations of the Palestinian people above everything elseTheir inalienable right to their land their future their dignity and their commitment to an independent Palestinian state must form the foundation of any meaningful settlement Without this peace will remain elusiveDecades of suffering endured by the Palestinians is a matter of shame for global conscience especially World leaders A selective approach to peace that ignores justice only perpetuates conflict he saidHe expressed sorrow and regret at the recent loss of precious lives He said It is unfortunate that the Government of India instead of addressing the aspirations of people of Ladakh is complicating the matter further by being harsh on themHistory has shown time and again that peace cannot be enforced through coercion For peace to take root commitments made to the people must be fulfilled and dialogue must replace confrontationHe also expressed concern on what he called oft repeated restrictions on his movements by the authoritiesFor the last three consecutive Fridays I have been placed under house arrest without any explanation I do not know when or why restrictions will be imposed on me again Even peaceful meetings of the Ulema Council are disallowedIn my opinion the government of India must rethink its policy on Jammu and Kashmir Issues cannot be resolved through use of force and control of narrative Constructive engagement and dialogue are a far better and humane way of achieving sustainable peace he addedIn his comment on Waqf properties he said The community should be allowed to manage its religious institutions with autonomy and dignity The sanctity of religious institutions must be preservedInterference and intervention in religious matters must stop as they hurt the sentiments of people and create unnecessary friction he suggested IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/kashmir-mirwaiz-umar-farooq-expresses-solidarity-with-people-of-palestine-regrets-loss-of-life-in-ladakh-641146.html Thu, 02 Oct 2025 17:07:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/tripura-jailbreak-two-officials-suspended-hunt-for-5-fugitives-continues-641149.html Agartala Oct 2 The Tripura government has suspended two officials in connection with the escape of six inmates five undertrial prisoners and one serving a life term from a jail officials said on Thursday A Jail department official said that the Inspector General of Prisons has suspended Dhananjoy Bhattacharya Jailor and Pallab Kanti Bhowmik Warder after the escape of six inmates from the Dharmanagar SubJail in North Tripura district on WednesdayDisciplinary proceedings would be taken against both Bhattacharya and Bhowmik the official saidHe said that an intensive search is still underway for the second day on Thursday to nab the remaining five fleeing fugitives as one of the six inmates who escaped from the jail in the early hours of Wednesday has been apprehendedThe official said that Abdul Patta one of the six inmates who escaped from the Dharmanagar SubJail at Kalikapur in North Tripura district was apprehended on Wednesday evening from South Chandrapur under the Dharmanagar police stationThe official said that six inmates five undertrial prisoners and one serving life imprisonment escaped from the Dharmanagar SubJail in the early hours of Wednesday after assaulting a guard with sharp weaponsThe incident took place when the jail personnel brought the inmates out of their cell for breakfast and for their daily ablutionsThe injured jail staff Bedu Miah is currently under treatment at the Dharmanagar District Hospital and his condition is said to be stable nowOfficials said that immediately after the jailbreak a massive search operation was launched by various teams of security forces and the hunt for them is still onNorth Tripura district Superintendent of Police Avinash Kumar Rai also led one of the search teams All police stations and security posts in North Tripura and adjoining Unakoti districts were alertedWe have also requested the Border Security Force BSF to maintain a strict vigil along the IndiaBangladesh border so that the fleeing jail inmates cannot cross the border an official saidNorth Tripura district shares interstate borders with Assam and Mizoram besides an International Border with BangladeshThe official said All the exit points along Assam Mizoram and Bangladesh have been sealed following the incident to prevent the fleeing jail inmates from leaving the stateThe fleeing undertrial prisoners are Abdul Pata Rahim Ali Narayan Chandra Dutta Rosan Ali and Nazim Uddin while Sunil Debbarma accused of serious crimes including murder has been serving life imprisonmentNarayan Chandra Dutta is a Bangladeshi national who was earlier arrested in Tripura under the Passport and other Acts while Abdul Pata is a resident of Nilambazar in Assams Sribhumi district previously Karimganj district Abdul Pata was earlier arrested under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances NDPS Act 1985 for his involvement in illegal drugrelated cases IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/tripura-jailbreak-two-officials-suspended-hunt-for-5-fugitives-continues-641149.html Thu, 02 Oct 2025 17:10:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/vijayadashami-being-celebrated-with-great-enthusiasm-at-jammus-parade-ground-641150.html Jammu Oct 2 The festival of Vijayadashami is being celebrated on Thursday with great enthusiasm in Jammu particularly at the historic Parade Ground where the main event will take place later Preparations are in their final stages and the Jammu and Kashmir Police have launched a thorough security search operation to ensure the safety of attendees Security arrangements have been significantly tightenedIn the evening effigies of Ravan will be set ablaze followed by a grand procession drawing crowds from across the regionSpeaking to IANS artisans involved in the celebration shared that the tradition of Dussehra celebrations at the Parade Ground has been continuing for centuries For the past 40 years their families have been contributing to the event by creating effigies and participating in the festivities They highlighted that Vijayadashami in Jammu symbolises communal harmony as Hindus Muslims and Sikhs come together to celebrateSome political elements try to disrupt this harmony said one artisan but messages like I love Muhammad and I love Mahakal represent our unity We appeal to everyone to uphold mutual brotherhood and peaceAnother artisan added We have been making effigies for places like Leh and Srinagar Preparations begin a month in advance However due to the current situation celebrations in Leh have been cancelled But here at the Parade Ground a large effigy of Ravan has been installed and is ready for the ceremonyVijayadashami also known as Dussehra marks the culmination of the Navratri and Durga Puja festivals It commemorates Lord Rams victory over the demon king Ravan and Goddess Durgas triumph over Mahishasura symbolising the victory of good over evil The day also signifies new beginnings renewal and the destruction of negative qualities such as ego arrogance and injusticeSpiritually Dussehra reinforces the belief that righteousness and truth ultimately prevail over evil regardless of how powerful the forces of darkness may seem As the effigies burn and the celebrations unfold the message remains clear good always triumphs over evil IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/vijayadashami-being-celebrated-with-great-enthusiasm-at-jammus-parade-ground-641150.html Thu, 02 Oct 2025 17:11:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/democratic-system-under-attack-in-india-says-rahul-gandhi-in-columbia-641153.html Bogota Oct 2 IANS Congress leader Rahul Gandhi launched a sharp critique of the Narendra Modi government warning that the biggest threat facing India today is a systematic attack on its democratic foundationsnbspAddressing a packed auditorium during an interaction with students at EIA University in Colombias Envigado the Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha said that Indias strength lies in its diversityits multitude of religions languages and traditionsand that democracy is the only system capable of giving space to all these voicesnbspBut that system he claimed is under siegeGandhi described India as a complex and decentralised nation fundamentally different from Chinas centralised and uniform structure He argued that Indias design cannot accommodate authoritarianism and that attempts to suppress its people would ultimately failnbspIndia is a conversation between all its people he said adding that the democratic framework is essential to allow different traditions and ideas to flourishnbspGandhi also spoke about Indias place in the global energy transition drawing historical parallels with the rise of empires The British he said mastered coal and steam while the Americans dominated the shift to petrol and the internal combustion engine Now the world is moving toward electric motors and battery technology and the real contest is between the US and China over who will lead this transitionHe noted that China is currently ahead and India as a neighbour to China and a partner of the US finds itself at the heart of this global collisionnbspDespite expressing optimism about Indias potential Gandhi cautioned against internal faultlines He highlighted the importance of nurturing regional languages and traditions warning that any attempt to suppress them would be counterproductive He also addressed the issue of unemployment noting that Indias servicebased economy struggles to generate enough jobsnbspDrawing a parallel with the US he said that Donald Trumps polarisation campaign resonated most with those who had lost manufacturing jobsnbspGandhi also stressed the need for India to develop a production model that works within a democratic framework capable of competing with Chinas authoritarian success https://dailyworld.in/national/democratic-system-under-attack-in-india-says-rahul-gandhi-in-columbia-641153.html Thu, 02 Oct 2025 17:42:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/lalu-prasad-yadav-is-bihars-ravan-giriraj-singh-641155.html Patna Oct 2 Union Textiles Minister Giriraj Singh on Thursday targeted RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav calling him the Ravan of Bihar Addressing a gathering during Dussehra Singh the Begusarai MP said Before 2005 Ravan Lalu Prasad Yadav ruled BiharDrawing comparisons between the Lalu and Nitish regimes the Union Minister said Lalu once opened shepherd schools while today Nitish Kumar is opening medical and engineering colleges in every district Today our government is wiping the tears of the poorHighlighting the Centre and state governments initiatives the Union Minister said more than 25 crore women have benefited under various schemes and homes are being provided to the poorThe BJP leader also attacked Congress leader Rahul Gandhi calling him an urban NaxalHe said People like Rahul Gandhi only use abusive language Becoming an RSS volunteer requires seven lifetimes The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh works for the nation during every crisis while Rahul Gandhi continues with his theatricsBihar Water Resources Minister Vijay Kumar Choudhary slammed the RJD chief saying that the state witnessed Ravan Raj during the LaluRabri era while under Chief Minister Nitish Kumar it is now Ram RajyaSpeaking to media persons in Begusarai Minister Choudhary said What was the situation 20 years ago You are the residents of Begusarai I want to ask could you freely move on the streets back then During the Lalu Prasad Yadav government there was Ravan Raj Today under Nitish Kumars government there is Ram RajThe remarks came as politics intensified around Vijayadashami celebrations in BiharWhile BJP leaders including Union Minister Giriraj Singh have branded Lalu and his son Tejashwi Yadav as Ravan the RJD has been countering with sharp attacks on the NDA through social mediaBihar is slated to go to polls in October or November this year IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/lalu-prasad-yadav-is-bihars-ravan-giriraj-singh-641155.html Thu, 02 Oct 2025 17:59:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/northeast-joins-mainstream-in-indias-development-map-report-641156.html New Delhi Oct 2 From long being in the distant periphery the Northeast region in India has now entered the mainstream with the governments Act East policy according to a report on Thursday While rich in culture the Northeast lagged in infrastructure and economic opportunity But with the new policy it has seen significant investments across rail road air and digital connectivity India Narrative reportedThe region is being recast as a strategic hub bridging India with Southeast Asia and serving as a frontrunner of growth the report saidThe report noted that in the last 11 years railway budget allocation to the Northeast has risen fivefold totalling Rs 62477 crore with Rs 10440 crore earmarked this year aloneThis will deepen both interstate and strategic connectivity It will also provide convenience for passengers and transform local economies with a surge in growth of sectors such as bamboo horticultural produce handicrafts and tourismMost notable is the rail infrastructure the BairabiSairang railway line in Mizoram which was inaugurated at a cost of over Rs 8000 crore The railway line stretching just 51 kilometres and including 143 bridges and 45 tunnels has connected Aizawl to the national railway grid for the first time since independenceFurther the 80933 km of rural roads and 2108 bridges built under the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana PMGSY have connected villages in the region to cities increasing access to hospitals schools and marketsBeyond roads and rails the government has also strengthened the regions air connectivity with the UDAN Ude Desh ka Aam Nagrik scheme And with projects such as BharatNet and Digital Bharat Nidhi the Gram Panchayats have been made ready for digital connectivityWith the recent Rising Northeast Investors Summit 2025 attracting Rs 448 lakh crore in investment interest the region is also being developed as a new investment destinationWhile the achievements are remarkable the transformation poses risks such as ecological fragility social sensitivities execution gap and strategic balance said the report IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/northeast-joins-mainstream-in-indias-development-map-report-641156.html Thu, 02 Oct 2025 18:03:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/jampk-govt-promoting-bapus-swadeshi-vision-l-g-sinha--641158.html Srinagar Oct 2 JampK Lt Governor Manoj Sinha on Thursday claimed that the Jammu and Kashmir government is promoting Father of the Nation Mahatma Gandhis mission by promoting Swadeshi in the domestic industries The JampK government has been promoting Bapus vision of Swadeshi by setting up domestic industries On this Gandhi Jayanti I appeal to everyone let us adopt swadeshi in our lives he said while addressing students teachers and others during the Gandhi Jayanti programme at the ShereKashmir International Convention Centre SKICC in SrinagarHe said that Bapu saw a ray of hope in JampK and prayed for the region to show light to the countryHe also urged the people to actively contribute towards peace development and selfrelianceHe further stressed the importance of embracing the concept of swadeshi to promote selfreliance and economic growth in JampKJampK is progressing towards Atmanirbharta and Vikas We all need to work together and collectively to change JampK Gandhi wanted to see peace in JampK Now the youth of JampK have to fulfil Gandhis dream of a peaceful Kashmir he saidHe said that Seva Parv Swachhta Pakhwada is concluding but let us continue with this cleanliness drive throughout the yearBapu used to say be the change you want to see in society In 1921 he said he wanted to see his country taking challenges headon and over the past 11 years PM Modi has transformed the country completely he claimedHe also claimed that fiftyone crore people are covered under life insurance schemes by the government adding that India has become the secondhighest manufacturer of smartphonesHe further highlighted various community initiatives undertaken across JampK including plantation drives environmental awareness campaigns wall paintings cleanliness drives and drug deaddiction programmes IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/jampk-govt-promoting-bapus-swadeshi-vision-l-g-sinha--641158.html Thu, 02 Oct 2025 18:04:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/practising-naturopathy-yoga-true-tribute-to-mahatma-gandhi-prataprao-jadhav-641161.html New Delhi Oct 2 Practising naturopathy and yoga in our daily lives can be a true tribute to Mahatma Gandhi said Union Minister of State for Ayush Independent Charge Prataprao Jadhav on Thursday He said this on an occasion celebrating Gandhi Jayanti at the National Institute of Naturopathy NIN PuneMahatma Gandhi was a lifelong advocate of naturopathy said Jadhav while delivering the keynote address He urged citizens to adopt this system of medicine in their daily livesCalling everyone to imbibe Gandhijis timeless ideals of truth and nonviolence he added Practising naturopathy and yoga is the real tribute we can offer to the Father of the NationAs part of the ceremony the Minister also released a book based on Mahatma Gandhis thoughts Later in the day he participated in a tree plantation drive organized at NINs Yewalewadi campusMeanwhile the Ministry of Ayush concluded the Swachhata Hi Sewa 2025 campaign with a special Swachhotsav procession on the occasion of Gandhi JayantiThe march led by Vaidya Rajesh Kotecha Secretary Ministry of Ayush began from Ayush Bhawan and culminated at INA Metro Station in the national capital symbolising collective action for a cleaner India The event also included floral tributes to Mahatma Gandhi Ji honouring his timeless vision of cleanliness and selfless serviceThe Swachhata Hi Sewa 2025 initiative jointly organised by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs and the Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation Ministry of Jal Shakti was observed in the Ministry of Ayush from September 17 to October 2The fortnight featured targeted cleanliness drives in office premises basements parking areas and lawns conducted under the campaign Ek Din Ek Ghanta Ek Saath a Preventive Health Checkup for Safaimitras at AIIA and outreach with street food vendors to spread awareness about hygiene and waste disposal IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/practising-naturopathy-yoga-true-tribute-to-mahatma-gandhi-prataprao-jadhav-641161.html Thu, 02 Oct 2025 18:52:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/delhi-police-busts-adulterated-desi-ghee-racket-1-625-kg-seized-six-arrested-641162.html New Delhi Oct 2 In a major festive season crackdown the Delhi Police Crime Branch has busted three illegal manufacturing units engaged in producing adulterated desi ghee in NorthEast Delhi and seized over 1600 kg of duplicate ghee the Delhi Police said on Thursday Acting on intelligence inputs teams carried out coordinated raids in Shiv Vihar Karawal Nagar and Mustafabad seizing 1625 kg of duplicate ghee and arresting six menThe crackdown comes amid rising demand for ghee during the festival season of Dussehra and Diwali with racketeers exploiting the festive market by circulating spurious productsAccording to police the operation was launched to protect consumers from health hazards and ensure food safety standardsThe first raid at Shiv Vihar led to the arrest of Safiq 30 with 520 kg of adulterated ghee recovered along with chemicals and manufacturing substancesIn the second raid at Phase7 Shiv Vihar four accused Yusuf Malik 50 his son Mehboob 22 Shakir and Sharukh both from Ghaziabad were apprehended Police recovered 440 kg of duplicate ghee chemicals stoves gas cylinders and packing materialIn the third raid at Old Mustafabad accused Zamaluddin 40 was arrested with 665 kg of spurious ghee and equipmentDuring interrogation the accused disclosed that they purchased Dalda vanaspati ghee and cheap refined oil in bulk which were heated and mixed to imitate pure desi ghee To mimic authentic flavour chemicalbased flavouring agents synthetic colour and unsafe substances were added the Delhi Police said in its press statementThe product was then packed in tins and packets resembling genuine brands and supplied to dairies shops and distributors especially during the festive season This crude and hazardous process not only deceived consumers but posed a serious health risk it addedWhile the cost of producing one tin was about Rs 13001400 the accused sold them in the market for Rs 35004000 reaping hefty profitsYusuf Malik identified as the kingpin is a repeat offender who was earlier arrested in a similar case His son Mehboob and associates Shakir and Sharukh were managing distribution while Safiq and Zamaluddin operated separate unitsThe seizure of 1625 kg of duplicate desi ghee ahead of the festive season has prevented a major public health hazard Delhi Police remain committed to cracking down on adulteration rackets that endanger the health and safety of citizens said DCP Vikram SinghAn FIR has been registered under the relevant sections of the BNS and the Food Safety and Standards Act Further investigation is underway to trace the wider supply chain IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/delhi-police-busts-adulterated-desi-ghee-racket-1-625-kg-seized-six-arrested-641162.html Thu, 02 Oct 2025 18:53:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/tejashwi-yadav-targets-bihars-nda-govt-on-caste-census-641164.html Patna Oct 2 On the occasion of Mahatma Gandhi and Lal Bahadur Shastris birth anniversaries RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav on Thursday targeted the NDA government in Bihar over the caste census accusing it of double standards In a social media post Yadav recalled the day of October 2 2023 when as Deputy Chief Minister he released the caste survey reportLet us remember that historic day on 2 October 2023 when I fulfilled my decadesold pledge to conduct a caste survey in Bihar and released the report he wroteYadav said the publication of the report marked a turning pointBy releasing the report on that special day we declared that the entire country now demands a caste census and we will not allow any further delay he saidTaking a swipe at the BJP and RSS the RJD leader added Our struggle brought this stubborn government to its knees We applied political and social pressure on those who constantly criticised the caste census and issued statements against it forcing them to announce a nationwide caste census However their intentions and implementation remain questionableTejashwi Yadav further attacked the NDA government accusing it of betraying Dalits backward and tribal communities over reservationThe antiDalit backward reservationthief BJP has robbed the rights of Dalits backward extremely backward and tribal communities by not including the 65 per cent reservation recommended as per our caste survey report in the 9th Schedule of the Constitution Yadav allegedHe charged that the doubleengine government had snatched the rights of these communitiesThis antireservation move by the NDA is causing Dalits backwards and tribals to lose millions of jobs he saidReaffirming his commitment the RJD leader added that his fight for the backward deprived Dalits exploited and poor would continue until reservations are ensured in proportion to the populationUntil the scope of reservation does not exceed the 50 per cent limit and these communities achieve real economic social and educational justice my struggle will go on I need your support for economic justice Yadav appealed IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/tejashwi-yadav-targets-bihars-nda-govt-on-caste-census-641164.html Thu, 02 Oct 2025 18:55:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/jammu-amp-kashmir-to-clock-nearly-10-pc-growth-economy-on-path-to-touch-rs-265-lakh-crore-641165.html New Delhi Oct 2 Jammu and Kashmir is stepping into a new era of growth and development leaving behind years of conflict and underdevelopment Once known mainly for unrest the Union Territory is now being seen as one of Indias fastestgrowing regions with its economy projected to touch Rs 265 lakh crore Since 2019 a series of structural reforms policy changes and massive infrastructure investments have reshaped the regions future according to Kuwait Times reportBetween 202122 and 202425 Jammu and Kashmir recorded steady annual growth of more than 7 percent supported by rising investments booming tourism and social welfare programmesA stronger sense of peace and governance has helped fuel this growth Welfare schemes like Ayushman Bharat universal access to clean drinking water and the construction of more than 17 lakh houses under PM Awas Yojana have improved peoples livesOver 30000 government jobs and the rise of more than 650 startups since 2019 have also added to stability and opportunityIndustry and infrastructure have been at the heart of this transformation Under the Industrial Policy 202130 and the New Central Sector Scheme investment proposals worth Rs 163 lakh crore have been received with the potential to create nearly six lakh jobsClose to 2000 new industrial units are already operational marking a major shift in the regions economic landscape as per the reportTourism long considered the backbone of JampKs economy has touched historic highs In 2023 more than 211 crore tourists visited the Union Territory the highest ever recordedImproved security better roads and diverse attractions such as Gulmargs winter sports ecotourism circuits and upgraded religious sites have brought yearround visitorsThe G20 Tourism Working Group meeting in Srinagar further put the Valley on the global map Largescale infrastructure projects are changing the face of connectivityThe Chenab Railway Bridge the tallest in the world along with the Zojila and ZMorh tunnels new highways and upgraded airports in Srinagar Jammu and Leh have reduced travel time and boosted trade tourism and logisticsMetro rail projects planned for Srinagar and Jammu along with logistics parks signal a vision for modern urban transportEnergy and digital transformation are also moving forward Hydropower projects such as Ratle Kishanganga and Pakal Dul along with new solar initiatives are set to strengthen power supplyAt the same time digital governance is improving through the BharatNet project and over 1100 services available on the eUNNAT portalThe discovery of lithium reserves in Reasi has given the Union Territory an additional strategic edge with the potential to play a key role in Indias clean energy transitionTraining programs for youth in artificial intelligence cloud computing and cybersecurity highlight a future that combines renewable energy with digital innovationExperts say these changes are not just about economic growth but also about strengthening Indias strategic presence in border regionsDualuse infrastructure like highways tunnels and airports support both civilian needs and national securityWith growth expected to touch nearly 10 per cent in the coming years Jammu and Kashmir is now emerging as Indias new growth engine the report added IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/jammu-amp-kashmir-to-clock-nearly-10-pc-growth-economy-on-path-to-touch-rs-265-lakh-crore-641165.html Thu, 02 Oct 2025 18:58:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/hm-amit-shah-to-open-largest-dairy-facility-projects-worth-rs-825-crore-in-haryana-tomorrow-641173.html Chandigarh Oct 2 Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah will visit Haryana on Friday to inaugurate Indias largest dairy production facility besides development projects of Rs 825 crore in Rohtak and Kurukshetra Divulging details a state government spokesperson said on Thursday that as part of efforts to promote the cooperative sector HM Shah will inaugurate the newly constructed Sabar Dairy Plant at IMT Rohtak Built for Rs 325 crore the plant will house stateoftheart machinery which will be formally commissioned by the Union MinisterThe facility is expected to generate direct and indirect employment for nearly 1000 people The Sabar Dairy plant is Indias largest production facility for curd buttermilk and yoghurt with a daily capacity of 150 metric tons of curd 3 lakh litres of buttermilk 10 lakh litres of yoghurt and 10 metric tons of sweets The spokesperson further shared HM Shah will also distribute tool kits to 2200 artisans during the Khadi Karigar Mahotsav at Maharshi Dayanand University Rohtak Organised by the Khadi and Village Industries Commission under the Ministry of MSME this event is themed Swadeshi Se Swaavlamban During the programme he will also distribute modern machinery and tool kits along with Rs 301 crore as margin money under the Prime Ministers Employment Generation Programme PMEGP In addition he will inaugurate PMEGP units and will address a gathering later In Kurukshetra HM Shah will inaugurate a fiveday exhibition on Indias new criminal laws The exhibition aims to help lawyers students parents and common citizens understand recent reforms in the criminal justice system The exhibition will showcase the changes and achievements brought about by the new laws and highlight the roles of seven different departments divided into 10 thematic sections The spokesperson said Prime Minister Narendra Modi has taken a historic step by introducing modern criminal laws to make the justice system timely accessible and citizenfriendly By replacing outdated penal codes the government has created a system that simplifies departmental work while enabling faster and more transparent justice for citizens The exhibition will also explain the direct benefits of the new legal framework including speedy trials the use of modern technology and quicker case resolutions This initiative aims to strengthen public trust and give a new direction to Indias justice system HM Shah will also inaugurate and lay the foundation stone for development projects of approximately Rs 825 crore in Kurukshetra These initiatives will significantly strengthen Haryanas infrastructure and open up new avenues for public welfare The projects are expected to accelerate progress create employment opportunities and empower the youth IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/hm-amit-shah-to-open-largest-dairy-facility-projects-worth-rs-825-crore-in-haryana-tomorrow-641173.html Thu, 02 Oct 2025 19:57:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/kc-venugopal-urges-centre-to-reverse-air-indias-flight-reductions-from-kerala-641176.html Thiruvananthapuram Oct 2 Congress leader and AICC General Secretary Organisation KC Venugopal on Thursday has written to the Union Civil Aviation Minister K Rammohan Naidu urging immediate intervention to halt Air Indias proposed cuts to both domestic and international services from four Kerala airports Air India and Air India Express operates a sizeable number of flights especially to the various Middle East countries and its the backbone for the Kerala diasporaVenugopal warned that the reduction of flights would severely affect the states expatriate community particularly those working in the Gulf who rely on affordable travel options to return homeWith Air India Express cutting services other airlines may hike fares creating a significant financial burden for thousands of Malayalis who are employed on modest incomes abroad he saidVenugopal the Alappuzha MP pointed out that Air Indias move would not only inconvenience workers during festival seasons and peak travel periods but could also disrupt educational and employmentrelated travel for students and professionals from KeralaAccording to reports the airline plans to suspend services to major Gulf destinations including Bahrain and Abu Dhabi from this monthVenugopal highlighted the broader implications saying the flight reductions threaten to erode essential connectivity for the large expatriate community many of whom depend on these services for both work and family reasonsHe reminded the ministry that repeated representations had been made regarding exorbitant airfare hikes and travel difficulties but effective intervention had yet to occurIt is imperative that the Centre restores and maintains these crucial Air India services ensuring that travel remains affordable and accessible for all Malayalis living and working abroad added VenugopalThe letter underscores the growing concern among Keralas large expatriate population over dwindling flight options and rising costs highlighting the need for immediate policy action to protect their travel needsAround 25 million people constitute the Kerala diaspora of which around 85 per cent work in the various Middle East countries IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/kc-venugopal-urges-centre-to-reverse-air-indias-flight-reductions-from-kerala-641176.html Thu, 02 Oct 2025 20:03:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/telangana-congress-mla-sparks-row-with-death-wish-for-pm-modi-641177.html Hyderabad Oct 2 A legislator of the ruling Congress party in Telangana sparked a row with his remarks allegedly wishing death for Prime Minister Narendra Modi Bhupathi Reddy the member of Telangana Assembly from Nizamabad Rural constituency remarked on how long Prime Minister Modi will liveIn a video clip shared by BJP leaders on social media on Thursday the MLA is heard making the controversial remarksThey always say Rama as if Rama were born only because of them As if they go Rama too would go the MLA said in TeluguIf Modi dies will Rama cease to exist How many more days will Modi live He is already 75 years old Bhupathi Reddy saidThe MLA reportedly made the remarks at a program about a week ago in his constituencyThe BJP has strongly condemned the remarks made by the Congress MLA calling the remarks shocking and insensitiveBhagwan Shri Ram is the eternal embodiment of Bharats civilisational pride and cultural greatness The vile and disgraceful remarks of Telangana Congress MLA Bhupati are not an individual outburst but a reflection of Congresss deeprooted contempt for Hindu sentiments By repeatedly attacking Bhagwan Shri Ram and ridiculing the faith of crores of Indians Congress exposes its antiHindu mindset and its politics of appeasement the BJP said in a postLets unite and fight against Congresss divisive and destructive agenda in Telangana and across Bharat it addedTelangana BJP spokesperson Rachna Reddy said the remarks of the MLA show the frustration of the Congress partyIn the past MLA had used abusive language against actor Allu Arjun and warned he would not tolerate criticism of the state government and Chief Minister Revanth Reddy IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/telangana-congress-mla-sparks-row-with-death-wish-for-pm-modi-641177.html Thu, 02 Oct 2025 20:04:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/telangana-congress-mla-sparks-row-with-death-wish-for-pm-modi-641178.html Hyderabad Oct 2 A legislator of the ruling Congress party in Telangana sparked a row with his remarks allegedly wishing death for Prime Minister Narendra Modi Bhupathi Reddy the member of Telangana Assembly from Nizamabad Rural constituency remarked on how long Prime Minister Modi will liveIn a video clip shared by BJP leaders on social media on Thursday the MLA is heard making the controversial remarksThey always say Rama as if Rama were born only because of them As if they go Rama too would go the MLA said in TeluguIf Modi dies will Rama cease to exist How many more days will Modi live He is already 75 years old Bhupathi Reddy saidThe MLA reportedly made the remarks at a program about a week ago in his constituencyThe BJP has strongly condemned the remarks made by the Congress MLA calling the remarks shocking and insensitiveBhagwan Shri Ram is the eternal embodiment of Bharats civilisational pride and cultural greatness The vile and disgraceful remarks of Telangana Congress MLA Bhupati are not an individual outburst but a reflection of Congresss deeprooted contempt for Hindu sentiments By repeatedly attacking Bhagwan Shri Ram and ridiculing the faith of crores of Indians Congress exposes its antiHindu mindset and its politics of appeasement the BJP said in a postLets unite and fight against Congresss divisive and destructive agenda in Telangana and across Bharat it addedTelangana BJP spokesperson Rachna Reddy said the remarks of the MLA show the frustration of the Congress partyIn the past MLA had used abusive language against actor Allu Arjun and warned he would not tolerate criticism of the state government and Chief Minister Revanth Reddy IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/telangana-congress-mla-sparks-row-with-death-wish-for-pm-modi-641178.html Thu, 02 Oct 2025 20:05:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/chhattisgarh-103-maoists-lay-down-arms-in-bijapur-641179.html Raipur Oct 2 In a major breakthrough in the fight against leftwing extremism 103 Maoists surrendered before senior police and paramilitary officials in Bijapur district of Chhattisgarh on October 2 The surrender which coincided with Gandhi Jayanti marks a significant step in the ongoing efforts to dismantle the Maoist network in the region Among those who laid down arms were 49 Maoists carrying a cumulative reward of Rs 106 crore including highranking cadres such as DVCMs PPCMs ACMs militia commanders and members of the Jantana Sarkar The event was held under the banner of Puna Margem a stateled initiative that promotes rehabilitation as a path to rebirth The surrender took place in the presence of top officials including Deputy Inspector General of Police Kamalochan Kashyap DIG CRPF Sector Bijapur BS Negi SP Bijapur Jitendra Kumar Yadav and several commandants from CRPF and Cobra battalions Each surrendered Maoist was given a cheque of Rs 50000 as part of the states rehabilitation package Officials said that the decision to surrender was driven by growing disillusionment with the Maoist ideology internal rifts within the organisation and the desire for a peaceful family life The continued death of senior leaders in encounters and the erosion of public support have further weakened the Maoist structure The high number of RPC members among the surrendered indicates a shift within the organisations operational base The Chhattisgarh governments multipronged strategy including the establishment of new security camps expansion of roads access to electricity and water and community policing has played a pivotal role in encouraging Maoists to return to the mainstream The Niyed Nella Nar Scheme and widespread awareness of the surrender and rehabilitation policy have also contributed to this shift senior police officials said Since January 2025 Bijapur district has witnessed the arrest of 421 Maoists the surrender of 410 and the death of 137 in various encounters Over the past two years the cumulative figures stand at 924 arrests 599 surrenders and 195 deaths Authorities believe that this trend reflects the weakening grip of Maoist ideology and the growing effectiveness of coordinated antiNaxal operations The mass surrender is being seen not just as a tactical victory but as a symbolic defeat of a violent ideology that once thrived on fear and misinformation It signals a growing aspiration among former rebels to embrace peace development and reintegration into society IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/chhattisgarh-103-maoists-lay-down-arms-in-bijapur-641179.html Thu, 02 Oct 2025 20:06:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/delhi-based-neet-aspirant-studying-in-kota-found-dead-father-senses-foul-play-641184.html Jaipur Oct 2 The father of a 20yearold NEET aspirant from Delhi who was found hanging in his paying guest PG room in Kota has alleged foul play in his sons death The deceased identified as Lucky Chaudhary was discovered hanging from a ceiling fan in his room in the Vigyan Nagar area on Wednesday His sudden death has left his family devastated with his father insisting that Lucky was not someone who would die by suicideOn Thursday Luckys father Dilip Chaudhary broke down while speaking to reporters after collecting his sons body I sent him to Kota two years ago to prepare for NEET First he stayed in a hostel then shifted to a PG He was my only son and he always said Papa I am not weak enough to commit suicide he recalled According to the family Lucky had recently been facing financial pressure A week before his death he told his sister that he had borrowed Rs 40000 from a friend He had transferred Rs 10000 to her account and promised to repay the remaining amount soon Raising further suspicion Luckys mobile phone wallet and bag were missing from the roomPolice confirmed that Rahul a youth from Bihar who lived in the adjacent PG room has been missing since the incident He had not been attending coaching classes and was absent from the PG after the tragedyNeighbours informed Dilip that Lucky and Rahul had a heated altercation two to three days before the incident Rahul consumed alcohol and had a girlfriend studying here He often quarrelled with my son He must have been harassing him Dilip allegedVigyan Nagar police station incharge Mukesh Meena said Lucky had not enrolled in a coaching institute this year but was studying on his own The family insists he was not a child who would take such a step A case has been registered and we are investigating from every angle he said Police recovered NEET notes cigarettes and an alcohol bottle from the room After the postmortem at MBS Hospital the body was handed over to the family Investigations were underway till the time of filing this report IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/delhi-based-neet-aspirant-studying-in-kota-found-dead-father-senses-foul-play-641184.html Thu, 02 Oct 2025 20:09:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/centre-extends-unified-pension-scheme-switch-deadline-till-nov-30-641025.html New Delhi Sep 30 The government on Tuesday extended the deadline to switch from the National Pension System NPS to the Unified Pension Scheme UPS till November 30 against the earlier date of September 30 The deadline has been extended for eligible employees past retirees and legally wedded spouses of deceased retirees to exercise their option to join the UPS by two months according to a notification by the Department of Financial Services DFSIn the official communication to the Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority PFRDA the DFS said the decision was taken after receiving multiple requests from stakeholders seeking more time in view of recent changes announced under the schemeThe Finance Ministry has directed the PFRDA to make necessary changes in the Central Recordkeeping Agency CRA systems and issue a circular to implement the decisionEarlier the Finance Ministry had urged all Central government employees and past retirees under the NPS who wish to switch to the UPS to exercise their option well ahead of the September 30 deadline to avoid being caught up in a lastminute rushAll eligible employees are urged to exercise their option well before the deadline to avoid any lastminute difficulties and to ensure the timely processing of their requests Employees who choose to remain in the NPS cannot opt for the UPS after this date a Finance Ministry statement had saidEligible employees under the UPS can switch to the NPS only once and cannot switch back to the UPS The switch must be exercised at least one year before superannuation or three months before voluntary retirement whichever is earlierThe switch facility will not be allowed in cases of removal dismissal or compulsory retirement as a penalty or where disciplinary proceedings are ongoing or contemplatedThose who do not opt for the switch within the stipulated time will continue under the UPS by defaultThis initiative aims to provide Central government employees with an informed choice in planning their postretirement financial security By opting for the UPS the employees retain their choice to switch to the NPS at a later date IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/centre-extends-unified-pension-scheme-switch-deadline-till-nov-30-641025.html Wed, 01 Oct 2025 00:02:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/mp-guv-appoints-milind-dandekar-as-kulguru-of-bhoj-open-university-641026.html Bhopal Sep 30 Madhya Pradesh Governor Mangubhai Patel has appointed Milind Dattatreya Dandekar as the Kulguru of Madhya Pradesh Bhoj Open University at Bhopal the government said in a statement on Tuesday Dandekar has been appointed as Kulguru of the states Open University for a term of four years from the date of assuming charge until attaining the age of 70 yearsAs per the issued order his service conditions and regulations will be governed by Ordinance 1A of the universityDandekar from the Department of Industrial Production Engineering at Govindram Seksaria Institute of Technology and Science in Indore has been appointed Kulguru of Madhya Pradesh Bhoj Open University the statement saidBhoj Open University in Bhopal has been in controversy over the alleged irregularities in appointment of professors and other staff for the last few yearsIt was alleged that experts from other subjects were called for the selection of some subjects which was illegalThe matter related with alleged irregularities in appointment during 2015 had reached before the Madhya Pradesh High CourtIn April this year the Madhya Pradesh High Court had ordered the cancellation of appointments made in 2015 to several posts including professors at the Bhoj Open UniversityThe court has said that the selection committee did not thoroughly scrutinise the academic records of each applicantSome columns of marks were left blank by the committee without any explanationThe High Court found the selection process to be highly flawedThe division bench overturning the single bench order directed the issuance of fresh advertisements for the appointmentsThe court had also noticed that by giving top marks to candidates in the interview other eligible candidates with better academic records were ignored showing favouritism IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/mp-guv-appoints-milind-dandekar-as-kulguru-of-bhoj-open-university-641026.html Wed, 01 Oct 2025 00:02:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/delhi-hc-seeks-rajasthan-police-report-on-alleged-illegal-arrest-of-two-minors-from-janakpuri-641027.html New Delhi Sep 30 The Delhi High Court on Tuesday directed the Rajasthan Police to submit a detailed status report on the alleged illegal arrest and detention of two minor boys from Delhis Janakpuri A bench of Justices Jyoti Singh and Anish Dayal was hearing a habeas corpus plea filed by street hawker Kapoori Bai who alleged that her son 15 and a relatives son 17 were forcibly taken away by unidentified men in civilian clothes from Janakpuris Dussehra Park on September 26According to the writ petition despite repeated attempts their families were unable to lodge a missing persons complaint at the Janakpuri or Hari Nagar police stations in DelhiThe boys whereabouts came to light later through a phone call which informed that they were being held at the Pushkar police station in RajasthanThe Pushkar SHO subsequently informed that the two had been arrested on September 29 in connection with an alleged robbery He further conveyed that their mothers had been duly informed of the arrestIn its order the Delhi High Court noted serious procedure violations after the petitioners lawyer pointed out that none of the safeguardsprotocols were followed in making the interstate arrests including informing local police and allowing access to legal counselDelhi governments standing counsel criminal Sanjay Lao confirmed the lapse stating that the local police were not informed before the two minors were taken to Pushkar and that the guidelines laid down by this court in Sandeep Kumar v State have been violatedInspector Vikram Singh Rathore of PS Pushkar appearing virtually submitted that no age verification had yet been carried out though medical examinations had begunHe further admitted that when the Justice Singhled Bench asked whether the local police ie Delhi Police had been informed before or during the investigation or before the arrest the answer was noGiven the sensitivity of the matter especially since the family members are related to Deva Pardhi who died in alleged custodial violence in July the Delhi High Court ordered that a comprehensive report be filed under the signature of the Superintendent of Police AjmerWe are of the view that a detailed status report needs to be filed by Standing Counsel State of Rajasthan considering that S and the Petitioner are relatives of Deva Pardhi it is directed that the status report will be filed under the signatures of Ms Vandita Rana SP Ajmer Rajasthan the bench saidThe Delhi High Court directed Inspector Rathore to keep the Hari Nagar SHO updated on the case developments during the dayThe matter will be taken up again on Wednesday at 1030 am IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/delhi-hc-seeks-rajasthan-police-report-on-alleged-illegal-arrest-of-two-minors-from-janakpuri-641027.html Wed, 01 Oct 2025 00:03:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/meghalaya-cm-says-due-procedure-followed-in-dropping-four-npp-ministers-from-cabinet-641028.html Shillong Sep 30 Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma on Tuesday asserted that all four National Peoples Party NPP legislators who were removed from the state Cabinet earlier this month were duly informed in advance about the decision dismissing allegations that they were caught unawares Responding to remarks by former Health Minister Ampareen Lyngdoh who claimed she learnt of her removal during an event in New Delhi the Chief Minister clarified that official communication had been made prior to the reshuffleSangma said that on September 12 around 8 pm letters were dispatched to each of the four ministers concerned informing them of his decision to drop them from the Cabinet The letters were sent and all of them received it I expect that when they receive a letter from the Chief Minister they go through it The question of not informing them does not arise as the communication was formally shared he saidThe Chief Minister also sought to play down suggestions that the Cabinet reshuffle had sidelined seasoned and capable leaders He maintained that experience was not the sole criterion for Cabinet composition and that the larger objective was to balance different factors including regional aspirations seniority and youth representationMy Cabinet is a balanced team It has a mix of senior leaders who have been in public life for decades as well as younger members who bring fresh energy Experience and commitment to the people of the state are equally important Sangma explained He further pointed out that the reshuffle was necessitated by the need to accommodate demands from various districtsThere were strong aspirations from regions such as Ri Bhoi North Garo Hills and West Khasi Hills As Chief Minister I had to take into account these sentiments while restructuring the Cabinet he addedSangma emphasised that such exercises were part of political responsibility and governance and reiterated that the process had been carried out transparently and in accordance with established procedure IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/meghalaya-cm-says-due-procedure-followed-in-dropping-four-npp-ministers-from-cabinet-641028.html Wed, 01 Oct 2025 00:03:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/tripura-surpasses-national-average-in-mgnrega-mandays-last-year-official-641029.html Agartala Sep 30 Under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act MGNREGA Tripura generated an average of 60 mandays per labour card holder in the last financial year compared to the national average of 50 days officials said here on Tuesday A senior official of the Rural Development Department said that during the financial year 202425 the Centre had allocated three crore mandays persondays but the state government successfully generated 353 crore mandaysIn the last fiscal 202425 Tripura ranked seventh among all states and Union Territories in the country in terms of mandays generationAccording to the official in the current financial year 202526 the Union government has allocated 35 crore mandays which could be further increased through negotiations with the Union Ministry of Rural DevelopmentTill September 29 this year more than 171 crore mandays have already been generated and each labour card holder has received 31 mandays as per their demandDuring the same period the Tripura government received Rs 54818 crore from the Centre and disbursed Rs 50583 crore as wagesThe official clarified that there is no financial crisis in the state in implementing MGNREGAQuoting the Union government reports he said that changing policy over the implementation of the MGNREGA has achieved significant achievements in rural development and water conservation under the national scheme over the past 11 years since 2014During this period 20142025 MGNREGA has become the worlds largest social welfare programme with an expenditure of about Rs 84 lakh crore and the generation of more than 3000 crore persondays of employment across the countryNotably womens participation has risen from 48 per cent in 2014 to 58 per cent in 2025Under the scheme more than 125 crore water conservation assets such as farm ponds check dams and community tanks have been created in the entire countryThese efforts have yielded tangible results reducing the number of waterstressed rural blocksIn addition under Mission Amrit Sarovar more than 68000 reservoirs have been constructed or rejuvenated in the first phase alone in the country IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/tripura-surpasses-national-average-in-mgnrega-mandays-last-year-official-641029.html Wed, 01 Oct 2025 00:05:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/delhi-hc-grants-injunction-in-favour-of-nagarjuna-in-personality-rights-case-641030.html New Delhi Sep 30 The Delhi High Court has granted an adinterim injunction in favour of veteran actor Nagarjuna Akkineni who is a tall figure in Telugu cinema restraining multiple entities from misusing his name image likeness and other attributes of his personality for commercial purposes A bench of Justice Tejas Karia passed the order in a suit filed by Nagarjuna seeking protection of his personality and publicity rights against unauthorised use on websites ecommerce platforms and social media including content generated through artificial intelligence AI The actors lawyers emphasised that Nagarjuna a celebrated figure in the South Indian film industry with over four decades of contributions and 95 feature films to his credit has built considerable goodwill and reputation His persona the plaintiffs legal team argued carries immense commercial value and any unauthorised exploitation could mislead the public dilute his reputation and conflict with existing endorsements In its order Justice Karia observed that several defendants were engaged in hosting pornographic content selling Tshirts and other merchandise bearing Nagarjunas name and image without his consent Certain entities were also using AI deepfakes and other technological tools to generate inappropriate content featuring the actor The Delhi High Court observed that the exploitation of a celebritys personality rights can have severe consequences on their economic interests and personal dignity The exploitation of ones personality rights puts at risk not only their economic interests but also their right to live with dignity potentially causing immeasurable harm to their reputation and goodwill it said Justice Karia directed all identified URLs to be taken down blocked or disabled within 72 hours Ecommerce platforms were asked to provide basic subscriber information of infringing sellers within two weeks in a sealed envelope The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology and the Department of Telecommunications were also directed to issue necessary instructions to ensure the removal of infringing content The Delhi High Court underlined that depicting the plaintiff in misleading derogatory or inappropriate settings would inevitably dilute the goodwill and reputation of Nagarjuna The matter is scheduled for further hearing on January 23 2026 IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/delhi-hc-grants-injunction-in-favour-of-nagarjuna-in-personality-rights-case-641030.html Wed, 01 Oct 2025 00:06:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/bihar-businessman-in-bengal-to-visit-durga-puja-shot-dead-641031.html Kolkata Oct 1 On the night of Ashtami a group of assailants shot a businessman on a public road in the Howrah district of West Bengal The incident took place on Tuesday night at Banabihari Basu Lane Howrah district Such an incident in a crowded area during the Durga Puja festival spread panic in the area Police quickly reached the spot after receiving the informationAccording to police sources the deceased businessman has been identified as Suresh Yadav 50 Suresh a resident of the Gopalganj Gram Panchayat area of Bihar had come to West Bengal to visit Durga PujaLocals said that Suresh was walking through the Sandhya Bazar area of Banabihari Basu Lane at around 930 pm At that time a group of youths suddenly came riding a bike They fired several rounds and fled the area Suresh collapsed on the spot On receiving the information the Howrah Police rushed to the spot Suresh was rescued in a critical condition and taken to Howrah District Hospital where the doctors on duty declared him deadTension soon spread in the area following the death of the businessman Highranking officials of Howrah City Police also reached the spotAccording to police sources the initial investigation has revealed that Suresh had originally come to Howrah on a visit Police are investigating whether the assailants also have Bihar connections CCTV footage of the spot has been collected and locals are also being questionedA person has been shot dead in the evening of Ashtami The incident has created panic in the area especially during the Durga Puja festival Bikeborne assailants came to the area to target the businessman Several rounds were fired The businessman was declared dead after he was rushed to a hospital The body has been sent for an autopsy We are investigating the matter said a senior officer of Howrah Police IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/bihar-businessman-in-bengal-to-visit-durga-puja-shot-dead-641031.html Wed, 01 Oct 2025 14:19:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/action-against-sonam-wangchuk-based-on-credible-inputs-amp-documents-ladakh-admin-641032.html New Delhi Oct 1 Ladakh administration on Tuesday said that the allegations of victimisation of individuals especially Sonam Wangchuk are baseless as the action taken against him Sonam Wangchuk is based on credible inputs and documents In an official statement the administration dismissed the allegations as baseless asserting that actions taken by law enforcement agencies are based on credible inputs and documents There is no question of witchhunting or smoke screen the statement reads urging that investigations be allowed to proceed impartiallyThe administration highlighted ongoing investigations into financial irregularities and foreign currency violations by the Himalayan Institute of Alternatives Ladakh HIAL It claimed that HIAL despite not being a recognised university has been issuing degrees thereby jeopardising the future of students Additionally the institute allegedly failed to disclose foreign funds in its financial statementsThe statement also addressed the cancellation of SECMOLs FCRA registration citing multiple violations Authorities emphasised that legal avenues remain open for the organisation to appeal the decisionRegarding Sonam Wangchuks recent hunger strike and public statements the administration accused him of making provocative remarks including references to Nepal Sri Lanka and Bangladesh and allegedly inciting youth against peaceful methods It also cited a June 2025 video on his YouTube channel where Wangchuk reportedly spoke of an Arab Springstyle revolution and suggested selfimmolation as a form of protestThe administration criticised Wangchuks conduct during the Anshan protest stating that he failed to pacify the crowd and left the venue discreetly when tensions escalated It further noted that the government had announced a meeting date with Ladakh leaders and expressed flexibility Yet Wangchuk continued his hunger strike which the administration described as irresponsible and politically motivatedThe statement concluded by affirming that grounds for detention had been duly served to Wangchuk and appealed for calm emphasising the need to let the law take its course We are confident that together we will bring back normalcy in the peaceloving Leh Township and continue with our dialogue process it saidThe administration stated that during an interview on September 11 2025 at NDS Park he said that the youth claim they do not want peace and that Mahatma Gandhis path is not necessary People are not scared of the security forces deployed and if people come out worse it may happenIt said that before starting his Anshan Sonam Wangchuk suggested Sept 09 2025 that people wear masks caps and hoodies etc while participating in the protest citing COVID as an excuse though there is no sign of the spread of COVID in Ladakh IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/action-against-sonam-wangchuk-based-on-credible-inputs-amp-documents-ladakh-admin-641032.html Wed, 01 Oct 2025 14:19:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/indian-envoy-meets-visiting-armed-forces-medical-team-in-washington-641039.html Washington Oct 1 Indian Ambassador to the United States Vinay Kwatra met the visiting officers of the Armed Forces Medical Services of India in Washington during their visit to the United States In a post on X Kwatra wrote Interacted with Surgeon Vice Admiral Arti Sarin and officers of Armed Forces Medical Services of India who are visiting US for interacting with their counterparts at US INDOPACOM DHA Departments of Army Navy and Air Force The visit is aimed at enhancing cooperation in military medicine which is an important pillar of strong bilateral defense relationship between India and the USDespite tensions over trade security ties between India and the United States have remained strongIn midSeptember Ambassador Kwatra met the US Undersecretary of War for Policy Elbridge Colby at the US Department of War headquarters the PentagonA productive conversation with the brilliant Elbridge Colby Reviewed the current agenda and charted actionable path on several initiatives in the pipeline of IndiaUS defence cooperation Value his deep knowledge perspective and consistent support for our strategic partnership Kwatra had posted on XColby also wrote about the meeting calling it a valuable discussionI was very pleased to host AmbVMKwatra at the Pentagon earlier this week for a valuable discussion We at the Department of War look forward to continuing to elevate our critical defense cooperation with India he posted on XThe interactions come days after armies of two countries concluded the 21st edition of Exercise Yudh Abhyas 2025 the annual bilateral ArmytoArmy exercise between India and the United States in AlaskaThe 21st edition of Exercise Yudh Abhyas 2025 the annual bilateral ArmytoArmy exercise between India and the United States concluded on September 14 after two weeks of rigorous training in AlaskaIn a statement on September 15 the Indian embassy in Washington termed the exercises a hallmark of the growing militarytomilitary interaction between India and the US aligned with the Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership between both countries IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/indian-envoy-meets-visiting-armed-forces-medical-team-in-washington-641039.html Wed, 01 Oct 2025 14:24:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/forecast-for-thunderstorms-rain-in-tn-puducherry-fishermen-warned-641042.html Chennai Oct 1 The Regional Meteorological Centre RMC Chennai has forecast thunderstorms accompanied by moderate rainfall in isolated places across Tamil Nadu Puducherry and Karaikal on Wednesday In its latest advisory the weather office said atmospheric circulation is active over parts of South India and the northern Andaman Sea setting the stage for changing weather conditionsAccording to the RMC a lowpressure system is likely to form over the central Bay of Bengal on Wednesday due to an existing cyclonic circulation over the northern Andaman SeaThis system is likely to move westnorthwestwards and intensify into a wellmarked lowpressure area by October 2 over the central and adjoining northwest Bay of BengalMeteorologists further expect the system to continue its trajectory towards the southern Odisha and northern Andhra Pradesh coasts making landfall around October 3For Chennai the sky is forecast to remain partly cloudy through the day Some areas of the city are likely to experience light to moderate rain with thunder and lightning The maximum temperature is expected to hover between 34 degrees Celsius and 35 degrees Celsius while the minimum temperature will likely remain around 26 degrees to 27 degreesHeavy rain alerts have been issued for specific districts On October 2 Chengalpattu Villupuram Kallakurichi and Tiruvannamalai districts are likely to witness heavy showers By October 3 the heavy rain warning expands to cover Chengalpattu Villupuram Cuddalore Kallakurichi Ariyalur Perambalur Mayiladuthurai and PuducherryThe weather department has also issued a strong advisory to fishermen warning them not to venture into the sea Rough conditions are expected in several regions including the south and north Tamil Nadu coastal waters the southwest Bay of Bengal the Gulf of Mannar central and northern Bay of Bengal and coastal areas off Andhra Pradesh Odisha West Bengal and the Andaman Sea Parts of the northeast and eastcentral Arabian Sea may also experience dangerous sea conditionsOfficials urged the public to stay alert and avoid unnecessary travel during heavy rainfall periods Fishermen have been asked to strictly adhere to the advisory to ensure safety at sea IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/forecast-for-thunderstorms-rain-in-tn-puducherry-fishermen-warned-641042.html Wed, 01 Oct 2025 14:29:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/crimes-against-dalits-children-rose-in-tn-ncrb-2023-report-641047.html Chennai Oct 1 The latest Crime in India 2023 report by the National Crime Records Bureau NCRB released after more than a years delay has painted a mixed picture for Tamil Nadus law and order While crimes against Dalits and children have increased noticeably the state has seen a decline in murders and other violent offences keeping its overall crime rate slightly below the national average According to the report Tamil Nadu recorded a crime rate of 2649 per lakh population in 2023 compared with Indias 2703 However incidents registered under the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes Prevention of Atrocities Act surged by 91 per cent rising from 1761 in 2022 to 1921 in 2023Over a fiveyear span the state saw a dramatic 68 per cent jump in such cases from 1144 in 2019 to 1921 last year with a sharp 279 per cent spike noted in 2022 aloneCrimes against children also rose with 6968 cases filed in 2023 compared to 6580 in 2022 and 6064 in 2021 Chennai reflected this upward trend seeing childrelated crime cases increase from 514 to 573 Conversely crimes against women saw a mild drop falling to 8943 cases in 2023 from 9207 the previous yearMurders across Tamil Nadu fell marginally from 1690 to 1681 cases though Chennai reported a small uptick from 101 to 105Overall violent crimes including culpable homicide not amounting to murder grievous hurt infanticide and attempts to murder reduced from 12325 to 11302 casesKidnapping and abduction cases registered one of the steepest declines plunging from 737 to 496 Crimes against senior citizens also dropped from 2376 cases in 2022 to 2104 in 2023 although Chennai bucked the trend with a slight rise from 391 to 399 casesHowever certain worrying categories grew Juvenile crimes increased from 2607 to 2999 while cyber crimes and offences registered by the Railway Protection Force and other state agencies also went upExperts say the figures underline both progress and persistent challenges While reduced violent crime and womens safety improvements are encouraging the sharp rise in cases against Dalits and children signals urgent gaps in social protection and targeted policing The data they note should guide stronger community outreach and faster response mechanisms IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/crimes-against-dalits-children-rose-in-tn-ncrb-2023-report-641047.html Wed, 01 Oct 2025 14:35:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/favoured-military-action-post-2611-but-was-overruled-amid-us-pressure-chidambaram-641049.html New Delhi Oct 1 Former Union Home Minister P Chidambaram has revealed that after the 2611 Mumbai terror attacks he was inclined towards retaliatory action against Pakistan but was told to depend on diplomatic efforts He disclosed the details of the events that followed the Mumbai terror attacks in an interview with ABP News channel recounting the decisionmaking process within the then government and how international diplomatic pressure particularly from the US affected and shaped Indias response to the situationChidambaram recalled that he took charge as Home Minister on November 30 2008 a day after the attacks and immediately following the resignation of Shivraj PatilI became Home Minister the day after the attack The Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh called me to shift me from Finance to the Home Ministry When I initially refused I was told that Mrs Gandhi who was Congress president at the time had already made a decision I asked if I could speak with her but was told she was out of town I was instructed to take charge the next morning Chidambaram saidThe veteran Congress leader revealed that he was reluctant to leave the Finance Ministry I told them that I am happy to complete my term as the Finance Minister I have presented five budgets and the elections were supposed to be held in April 2009 But I was told no and the PM informed me that the party will have to move ahead with the decision I told them that I will move but reluctantly he addedDuring the interview he admitted his lack of familiarity with Indias security infrastructure at that time He said I went in blank adding that he was unaware of the intelligence assets available in Pakistan and neighbouring regionsThe former Union Home Minister also acknowledged that the thought of retaliation had crossed his mind It did cross my mind that we should do some act of retribution I did discuss it with the Prime Minister and other people who mattered Prime Minister Manmohan Singh discussed this matter when the attack was going on I can surmise And the conclusion was largely influenced by the MEA and the IFS that we should not physically react to the situation but we should employ diplomatic means he statedChidambaram said the decision to exercise restraint came under significant global pressure The conclusion was reached amid pressure from the world that was descending upon Delhi to tell us that dont start a war he saidHe mentioned that then US Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice had travelled to Delhi to meet him and the Prime Minister urging India not to retaliate militarilyOn comparisons with Operation Sindoor he remarked You are comparing 2008 with 2025 17 years several things have happened therefore dont compare 2008 with 2025 The preparedness of our defence forces and positioning of intelligence assets was very different in 2008 which I discovered weeks and months after my appointment so we had to rebuild our assets and preparednessHe rejected the allegation that the Manmohan Singhled government was soft on terrorWe did not retaliate My personal view was we should have but I dont decide on my personal view I take on the strengths and weaknesses of the government the former minister said IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/favoured-military-action-post-2611-but-was-overruled-amid-us-pressure-chidambaram-641049.html Wed, 01 Oct 2025 14:36:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/may-navratri-bring-good-fortune-prosperity-to-all-pm-modi-on-mahanavami-641053.html New Delhi Oct 1 Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended Mahanavami greetings to the countrymen and prayed for their wellbeing and prosperity The ninth day of Navratri is celebrated as Mahanavami which is dedicated to Goddess SiddhidatriTaking to X the Prime Minister said Heartfelt wishes to all of you on the occasion of Mahanavami May this auspicious occasion of Navratri bring good fortune prosperity and success to everyone that is my wishUttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath also took to social media and extended his greetingsIn a post on X the Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister stated Heartfelt congratulations to all devotees worshippers and residents of the state on the auspicious occasion of MahanavamiMay everyone attain a life filled with glory prosperity and good health through the grace of Mother Siddhidatri the ninth form of the compassionate Mother Durga and may her grace ever remain upon the entire animate and inanimate world he addedUttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami also extended his best wishes on the occasionHeartfelt congratulations and best wishes to all of you on the sacred festival of the ninth day of Navratri dedicated to the worship of Maa Siddhidatri the presiding deity of the eight great siddhis spiritual powers May Mother Goddess grant you all strength peace and progress he said in a post on XSiddhidatri means the one who grants supernatural powers Siddhi denotes supernatural ability or meditative skill while Dhatri signifies giver or bestowerShe is venerated on the ninth day of Navaratri known as Navadurga and fulfils all divine aspirationsShiva is also known as Ardhanarishwara because one side of his body represents Siddhidatri According to Vedic scriptures he achieved all siddhis by worshipping this Goddess IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/may-navratri-bring-good-fortune-prosperity-to-all-pm-modi-on-mahanavami-641053.html Wed, 01 Oct 2025 14:40:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/tns-doorstep-pds-delivery-reached-45-pc-of-elderly-disabled-beneficiaries-641055.html Chennai Oct 1 The doorstep delivery of essential Public Distribution System PDS commodities to senior citizens aged 70 and above and persons with disabilities PwDs launched in August under the Thayumanavar Scheme has yet to push coverage beyond previous levels raising concerns about its initial rollout Despite the governments aim to improve food security for vulnerable groups official data show that only 40 per cent to 45 per cent of the targeted population actually received commodities through door delivery during August and SeptemberThe rest continued buying from ration shops or were not available at home had shifted residence or were reported deceased Overall supply to this segment remains stuck at about 70 per cent the same level seen before the scheme beganThe initiative was introduced to cover an estimated 1673 lakh ration cards benefiting 217 lakh people Officials had anticipated that direct delivery would lift coverage beyond 70 per cent but August saw a dip to 65 per cent recovering to 70 per cent in September Roughly 8 per cent of the listed beneficiaries were found to be no longer alive and their names have been flagged for deletion while many others appear to have relocatedAnother key operational issue is the timing of delivery Door delivery is currently done in the second week of each month but a significant number of beneficiaries prefer to collect rations in the first weekTo address this the Cooperation Department plans to shift the service to the first Saturday and Sunday of the month starting in October hoping to improve reachPerformance has varied across districts Ariyalur Perambalur and Kanniyakumari have already recorded 80 per cent 81 per cent coverage including those who still buy directly and excluding deceased beneficiariesChennai continues to lag with an average offtake of only 53 per cent though slightly better than the 50 per cent before the schemes launchDistrict Collectors have been instructed to identify more eligible persons with disabilities to widen the base Fieldlevel staff face logistical hurdles Each home delivery takes time due to biometric procedures and travel especially in multistorey apartments without lifts Female staffers in particular report difficulty managing long delivery rounds without adequate supportEven so beneficiaries who have successfully received their supplies say doorstep delivery reduces the burden of travelling to ration shops especially for those who are frail or dependent on othersAuthorities believe that refining delivery schedules updating beneficiary lists and reallocating service clusters could help the scheme gain momentum in the coming months IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/tns-doorstep-pds-delivery-reached-45-pc-of-elderly-disabled-beneficiaries-641055.html Wed, 01 Oct 2025 14:44:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/rajnath-singh-lauds-dads-silent-yet-crucial-role-during-operation-sindoor--641056.html New Delhi Oct 1 IANS Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Wednesday lauded the silent yet crucial role of Defence Accounts Department DAD during the Operation Sindoor which ensured efficient resource utilisation financial management and war preparednessnbspSpeaking during the celebrations of the 278th Foundation Day of the DAD in New Delhi the Defence Minister commended the Department for its historic legacy and its continuing role as the financial backbone of Indias Armed ForcesHe described DAD as an institution that not only ensures fiscal prudence and transparency but also strengthens operational readiness by enabling timely availability of resources to the ServicesnbspThe DAD is not just an accounting organisation it is an enabler that ensures the smooth functioning of the nations economic cycle It is the invisible bridge that connects finance and the Armed Forces Behind the valour of our soldiers lies your silent but decisive contribution highlighted the Union MinisterLauding DAD for embracing modern technology under the Digital India initiative he highlighted the success of the eRaksha Awaas project the upgradation of NIDHI 10 to NIDHI 20 and the ongoing transition to TULIP 20 which will enhance efficiency in financial processesnbspAcknowledging the increasing complexity of modern technologydriven warfare the Union Minister called for a renewed push towards defence RampampDnbspIn todays warfare new technologies have often been the surprise element They are the outcome of years of research and development This makes it imperative for us to create an innovative ecosystem that supports RampampD in defence he highlightedDrawing attention to the governments emphasis on jointness and integration among the TriServices he urged the DAD to act as a financial enabler of this processnbspYou are one of the few institutions that has a presence from the grassroots level to the headquarters of all three services I call upon you to work closely with the Services and explore how you can further jointness and integration through financial processes This will yield positive results for our TriServices synergy he underscored https://dailyworld.in/national/rajnath-singh-lauds-dads-silent-yet-crucial-role-during-operation-sindoor--641056.html Wed, 01 Oct 2025 15:42:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/centre-hikes-dadr-by-3-pc-to-benefit-118-cr-employees-pensioners--641057.html New Delhi Oct 1 The Union Cabinet on Wednesday increased Dearness Allowance DA and Dearness Relief DR by 3 per cent for about 4919 lakh central government employees and 6872 lakh pensionersnbsp The DADR increase of 3 per cent over the existing rate of 55 per cent of the basic paypension to compensate against the price rise is effective July 1 2025The combined impact on the exchequer on account of an increase in DA and DR will be Rs 1008396 crore per annum IampB Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said while briefing on decisions taken in the Cabinet meetingnbspThe increase is in accordance with the accepted formula based on the recommendations of the 7th Central Pay CommissionAgencies https://dailyworld.in/national/centre-hikes-dadr-by-3-pc-to-benefit-118-cr-employees-pensioners--641057.html Wed, 01 Oct 2025 16:03:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/rbi-mpc-decisions-break-8-day-losing-streak-sensex-surges-715-points-641058.html Mumbai Oct 1 IANS The Indian equity indices soared high on Wednesday ending an eightday losing streak following heavy buying after the RBI decided to keep the repo rate unchanged at 55 per cent along with raising GDP growth forecast to 68 per cent for FY26 from its earlier projection of 65 per centnbspThe strong automobile sales data for September has also fueled the market sentimentnbspSensex ended the session at 8098331 up 71569 points or 089 per cent The 30share index started the session a bit lower at 8015990 against last sessions closing of 8026762 However the index turned positive and had a sharp rally after post RBI announced to maintain the status quo on repo rate The index touched an intraday high of 8106843Nifty closed at 2483630 soaring 22520 points or 092 per centnbspNifty closed Wednesdays session with a strong bullish candlestick after the RBI policy outcome and auto sales data reclaiming levels above its 100day EMA at 24750 which earlier acted as resistance said analystsnbspTata Motors Kotak Bank Trent Sun Pharma Axis Bank ICICI Bank Tech Mahindra HDFC Bank Adani Ports Mahindra and Mahindra Eternal Titan TCS ITC BEL and Hindustan Unilever were the top gainers from the Sensex basket Bajaj Finance Ultratech Cement SBI and Asian Paint ended the session lowerSectoral indices mirrored the market sentiment amid value buying Nifty Bank soared 712 points or 130 per cent Nifty Fin Services surged 360 points or 138 per cent Nifty Auto escalated 226 points or 085 per cent Nifty FMCG ended the session 394 points or 072 per cent and Nifty IT jumped 250 points or 074 per centnbspBroader indies followed suit as well Nifty Small Cap 100 escalated 193 points or 110 per cent Nifty Midcap 100 surged 500 points or 089 per cent Nifty 100 soared 207 points or 082 per cent and Nifty Next 50 closed 242 points or 036 per cent higher https://dailyworld.in/national/rbi-mpc-decisions-break-8-day-losing-streak-sensex-surges-715-points-641058.html Wed, 01 Oct 2025 16:19:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/rbi-policy-statement-an-authoritative-one-towards-market-reforms-sbi-chairman-641059.html New Delhi Oct 1 IANS State Bank of India SBI and Indian Banks Association IBA Chairman CS Setty on Wednesday said the RBI policy statement was an authoritative one towards unveiling of market reforms and moving beyond rate actionsnbspThe move towards a riskbased deposit insurance premium will facilitate significant improvement in the bottom line of sound banksnbspThe withdrawal of framework related to specified borrowers and allowing of MampampA financing by Indian banks are growth accretive and will foster incremental credit flow from banks Setty said in a statementExtension of timelines for repatriation from foreign currency accounts of Indian exporters in IFSC and for forex outlay for Merchanting Trade Transactions besides simplification of reconciliation processes in EDPMSIDPMS portals are welcome steps as they will further enhance ease of doing business for the export sector he further statednbspThe measures towards enhancing customer satisfaction and protection improved use of rupee across crossborder transactions will strengthen the larger financial ecosystem in terms of acceptability and improved currency outlook over the medium term Setty addedAccording to the research report from the SBIs Economic Research Department the unanimous decision of the Monetary Policy Committee MPC to vote for a status quo keeping the policy rate unchanged signals a rare kind of dynamism that fans out to areas well beyond the monetary policy facilitated by comfortable liquidity conditions and benign external sectors despite tradeled uncertaintiesnbspThe domestic financial system appears to benefit the most through a slew of forwardlooking reforms that aim at global repositioning it notedWe believe both FY26 and FY27 inflation numbers are likely to be much lower Juxtaposed against the uncertainty plaguing the global financial markets and economies themselves the choice of MPC of holding rates seems logical from a regulatory angle per se the report highlightednbspHowever given that monetary policy communication plays a pivotal role in guiding expectations the perceived reaction function and the clarity with which communication is delivered assume utmost importancenbspIn this context the RBI has kept the door ajar for future rate cuts with seemingly low inflation forecasts and downward adjustments in growth though the timing of such could keep everyone guessing the SBI report noted https://dailyworld.in/national/rbi-policy-statement-an-authoritative-one-towards-market-reforms-sbi-chairman-641059.html Wed, 01 Oct 2025 18:05:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/us-embassy-updates-applicants-about-passports-visa-services-amid-govt-shut-down--641060.html New Delhi Oct 1 IANS The US Embassy in India on Wednesday assured applicants that passports and visa services will continue despite the government shut down underway in WashingtonnbspnbspIn a statement shared on social media platform X the US Embassy in India stated At this time scheduled passport and visa services in the United States and at US Embassies and Consulates overseas will continue during the lapse in appropriations as the situation permits We will not update this account until full operations resume with the exception of urgent safety and security information For information on our services and operating status visit httptravelstategovThe Embassys statement comes as the US government has shut down since lawmakers failed to achieve a breakthrough on a funding bill As a consequence the funding for US government departments will be cut and will bring a several federal services to a haltnbspOn Tuesday Democrats blocked Republicans plans to pass the spending bill in the Senate Democratic leaders met US President Donald Trump on Monday but failed to come to an agreement Hours after the meeting Trump shared an AIgenerated video on Truth Social mocking House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries and Senate Minority Leader Chuck SchumerTrump on Tuesday continued to blame Democrats saying that he didnt see them bend even a little bit He also threatened to fire more federal workers during the shutdown When you shut it down you have to do layoffs wed be laying off a lot of people Trump saidnbspDemocrats have demanded to reverse the healthcare cuts in the Big Beautiful Bill which was passed earlier this year Republicans have stressed they would not agree to Democrats demands and had proposed to extend funding until November 21While the Republicans control both the Senate and the House of Representatives they are seven votes short in the Senate as the funding bill requires 60 votes to pass It is the first US government shutdown in seven years as the last one happened under Trump 10 and lasted for 35 days the longest in historynbspEssential services such as border protection law enforcement and airtraffic control would continue to function while food assistance programmes governmentfunded preschool food inspectors and operations at national parks could be adversely affected https://dailyworld.in/national/us-embassy-updates-applicants-about-passports-visa-services-amid-govt-shut-down--641060.html Wed, 01 Oct 2025 18:10:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/preparations-completed-for-hm-amit-shahs-visit-to-haryana-on-oct-3--641061.html Chandigarh Oct 1 IANS Preparations completed for Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shahs visit to the state on October 3 Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini said on WednesdaynbspHM Shah will be attending programmes in Kurukshetra and Rohtak during his daylong visit CM Saini said the government has formulated plans to strengthen cooperative societies formed for the welfare of farmersnbspnbspThe cooperative societies had lost the trust of farmers during the Congress regime but the present state government will work to restore this trust The process of enrolling new members will begin soon and this will also be facilitated online to ensure that farmers receive timely benefits the Chief Minister told the media herenbspResponding to a question regarding the Congress leaderships decision to appoint former Chief Minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda as Leader of the Opposition the Chief Minister extended congratulations to both Hooda and Rahul Gandhi but questioned the delay asking if the decision was to appoint Hooda only why did it take them so longnbspnbspTaking a jibe at the Congress CM Saini said their policies are flawed and they have no real concern for the public welfarenbspIn response to another question he said that Congress has always been a party of factions and internal rifts He contrasted this with the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi saying that the Prime Minister has always empowered the poor while the Congress and the INDIA bloc have only focused on strengthening themselvesnbspMeanwhile CM Saini released Rs 40479 crore as the second instalment of the state Finance Commissions grant to the Panchayati Raj Institutions marking a significant boost to rural developmentnbspnbspThe amount will be transferred directly to the accounts of 5719 Gram Panchayats 144 Panchayat Samitis and three Zila Parishads providing new impetus to development work and strengthening public facilities at the local levelnbsp https://dailyworld.in/national/preparations-completed-for-hm-amit-shahs-visit-to-haryana-on-oct-3--641061.html Wed, 01 Oct 2025 18:13:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/rajasthan-farmers-can-claim-insurance-for-rain-damaged-harvested-crops--641062.html Jaipur Oct 1 IANS Farmers whose harvested crops stored in the fields for drying have been damaged by unseasonal rains can now claim compensation under the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana PMFBY provided they report the loss within 72 hours said Secretary of Agriculture and Horticulture Rajan Vishal in response to the recent unseasonal rains hailstorms and cyclonic conditions affecting various regions of RajasthannbspVishal clarified that under the PMFBY insurance coverage extends to crops kept in the field for drying for up to 14 days postharvest If these are damaged due to adverse weather events such as untimely rains or storms farmers are eligible to claim compensation on an individual basisTo initiate the claim process affected farmers must report crop loss within 72 hours This can be done through the Krishi Rakshak Portal or by calling the helpline 14447nbspnbspAlternatively farmers can submit a loss form to the local insurance company nearest agriculture office or relevant bank branch in their districtnbspThe Agriculture Department has issued instructions to all insurance companies to promptly survey the losses reported and initiate further actionnbspnbspOfficials from both the department and the insurance providers have been directed to reach the affected areas without delay and begin fieldlevel crop damage assessmentsImmediate surveys and timely action are essential so that eligible farmers receive compensation at the earliest Vishal emphasisednbspnbspHe urged all cultivators to ensure they meet the 72hour reporting window as delays may affect their eligibility for claimsnbspnbspThis initiative is part of the governments continued efforts to provide timely relief to farmers and minimise the financial impact of weatherrelated crop lossesnbsp https://dailyworld.in/national/rajasthan-farmers-can-claim-insurance-for-rain-damaged-harvested-crops--641062.html Wed, 01 Oct 2025 18:19:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/switching-formats-is-more-mental-than-technique-says-shubman-gill-ahead-of-1st-test-vs-wi-641063.html Ahmedabad Oct 1 IANS Indias Test captain Shubman Gill who just concluded his Asia Cup campaign and is set to lead the team in the twomatch Test series against West Indies starting Thursday said that switching from one format to the other is more mental than technicalnbspAddressing the media on Wednesday at the press conference ahead of the first Test in Ahmedabad Gill spoke about how he prepared for the games given the quick turnaround between whiteball and redball cricketWe had a couple of days of practice before the Test match so it was a quick turnaround I was just looking to work on defence and get in the zone switching formats is more mental than techniquenbspWe are looking to play some hard grinding cricket Over the past few years if you see the Test matches they havent got to five days So what we are looking to do is play some good hard cricket All the Test matches that we played in England went pretty deep And I think what you can expect from us is good hard grinding cricket and we wont be looking for any easy options Gill saidAnd I think we have the skills to dominate in any kind of situation and the kind of talent we have got in the team we can turn around from any situation so thats what we will be looking to play he addednbspAsked about the teams combination for the opening Test at the Narendra Modi Stadium Gill said that they are tempted to have a third seamer in the XI However a final decision will only be made on the day of the match based on the moisture level of the wicketGiven the weather and conditions well be tempted to have a third seaming option but I think theres still time for the Test and once we check the field tomorrow and see how much moisture is there on the wicket well take a callWe would be looking to play on wickets that offer something to both the batsmen and to the bowlers However having said that any team that comes to India faces the challenge of spin and reverse swing These are the two things that if teams can play spin well and if they can challenge the reverse swing they are going to get good success So keeping these challenges in mind youd be looking to play on wickets that offer something to the batsmen and the bowlers he further stated https://dailyworld.in/national/switching-formats-is-more-mental-than-technique-says-shubman-gill-ahead-of-1st-test-vs-wi-641063.html Wed, 01 Oct 2025 18:21:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/rss-legacy-and-pm-modis-emphasis-on-discipline-nationalism-and-cultural-pride-641064.html New Delhi Oct 1 IANS Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday addressed the centenary celebrations of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh RSS underscoring his deeprooted connection with the organisation which he has always called a privilege to be associated with its legacynbspnbspIn a podcast with Lex Fridman broadcast earlier this year he had reiterated how the RSS had given his life a purpose and instilled in him the values of selfless servicePM Modis RSS background shaped his emphasis on discipline nationalism and cultural pride Even as he transitioned into mainstream politics the Sanghs imprint remained visible in his rhetoric and policy prioritiesnbspDespite his ideological alignment and background as a pracharak his public appearances at RSS events were relatively rare since becoming the Prime Minister in 2014 His duties that came with the office had kept him from regular participation in events hosted by what is seen as the ideological mentor of the Bharatiya Janata Party BJPnbspSome saw this as an institutional distance from the Sangh to preserve an image of constitutional neutrality while others attributed it to his growing stature in the countrys polityIn the 2024 Lok Sabha election when the BJP lost a few seats in comparison to the earlier Parliamentary election especially in West Bengal and Jharkhand critics pointed to the partys expanding chasm with RSS There were allegations of discontent within the party rift between the old and the new all pointing to the political party reportedly shifting farther from an organisation from which it derives ideological inspirationnbspIncidentally RSS volunteers and its affiliated organisations have been working in the tribal and backward areas in such states for decades Though officially it denies any political involvement the Sangh has contributed a large number of leaders to the BJP Thus the social work undertaken by the organisation or its affiliates has sometimes been assumed as politically motivatedSo when the BJP lost three Lok Sabha seats in Jharkhand compared to the 12 it won in 2019 and climbed down in West Bengal from 18 in 2019 to 12 2024 some analysts attributed it to a conspiracy theory On the contrary when PM Modi hailed 100 years of RSS as a very proud and glorious journey of the worlds largest NGO in his Independence Day speech and lauded its volunteers for their dedicated service to the nation the Opposition targeted him calling it shameful and an insult to the freedom struggleMurmurs of discontent also arose from the same people who had accused him of drifting away from the Sangh when as Prime Minister he first visited the RSS headquarters in Nagpur on March 30 this yearnbspPM Modis visit to the RSS centenary celebration as the Chief Guest in New Delhi on Wednesday is also being viewed as carrying deep symbolic and political significance As with his praise for RSSs 100yearlong legacy as an extraordinary example of sacrifice selfless service nationbuilding and discipline and his unveiling of a Rs 100 coin and a postage stamp commemorating the eventnbspIncidentally the RSS marks its foundation day every year on Vijayadashami rather than the date it was established https://dailyworld.in/national/rss-legacy-and-pm-modis-emphasis-on-discipline-nationalism-and-cultural-pride-641064.html Wed, 01 Oct 2025 18:22:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/pm-modi-to-attend-rss-centenary-celebrations-on-oct-1-in-delhi-640797.html New Delhi Sep 30 IANS Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend the centenary celebrations of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh RSS as the Chief Guest on October 1 at the Dr Ambedkar International Centre in DelhinbspnbspAccording to an official release from the Prime Ministers Office PMO the event will begin at 1030 am during which the Prime Minister will unveil a specially designed commemorative postage stamp and coin to mark the occasionPrime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will participate in the centenary celebrations of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh RSS as the Chief Guest on 1st October 2025On this occasion the Prime Minister will release a specially designed commemorative postage stamp and coin highlighting the RSS contributions to the nation and will also address the gathering the press release statednbspFounded in 1925 in Nagpur by Dr Keshav Baliram Hedgewar the RSS began as a volunteerdriven organisation committed to nurturing cultural awareness discipline and social responsibility among citizens Over the past 100 years the RSS has grown into one of Indias most influential sociocultural organisationsDescribing the ideological vision of the organisation the press release said RSS is a unique peoplenurtured movement for national reconstruction Its rise has been seen as a response to centuries of foreign rule with its continuing growth attributed to the emotional resonance of its vision of Indias national glory rooted in DharmanbspA core focus of the Sangh the release stated is the formation of national character It seeks to instil devotion to the motherland discipline selfrestraint courage and heroism it said adding that the Sanghs ultimate goal is Sarvangeena Unnati allround development of the nationIn the past century RSS and its affiliated organisations have made significant contributions in areas such as education health social welfare and disaster relief RSS volunteers have played key roles in response efforts during floods earthquakes cyclones and other natural disasters often serving on the frontlines of relief and rehabilitationnbspThe centenary event aims not only to celebrate the legacy of the organisation but also to recognise its continued role in shaping Indias cultural narrative and fostering unity across communitiesnbspThe centenary celebrations not only honour the historical achievements of the RSS but also highlight its enduring contributions to Indias cultural journey and its message of national unity the press release concluded https://dailyworld.in/national/pm-modi-to-attend-rss-centenary-celebrations-on-oct-1-in-delhi-640797.html Tue, 30 Sep 2025 14:00:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/nitish-kumar-offers-prayers-at-patan-devi-temple-on-mahaashtami-640798.html Patna Sep 30 IANS On the auspicious occasion of Mahaashtami Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar visited the historic Patan Devi temple on Tuesday to offer prayers to Goddess DurganbspAccompanied by Water Resources Minister Vijay Kumar Choudhary Principal Secretary Deepak Kumar and several senior bureaucrats the Chief Minister performed rituals and prayed for the peace and prosperity of the statenbspPriests of the Patan Devi temple welcomed Nitish Kumar with Mata Ki Chunri before he spent time inside the sanctum offering his respects to the deitynbspAfter the temple visit he also toured several Durga Puja pandals across Patna greeting devotees and inspecting the festive preparationsOn Mahasaptami Nitish Kumar visited several Durga Puja pandals in Patna to seek the blessings of Goddess Durga on Monday eveningnbspThe Chief Minister first offered prayers at the Shri Shri Durga Puja Mahotsav Shiv Mandir Khajpura and the Shri Shri Durga Ashram Sheikhpura where he extended festive greetings to the people of BiharnbspHe also performed rituals at the Shiv Temple in KhajpuranbspAcross the city massive crowds thronged prominent pandals to mark MahaashtamiMajor gathering spots included Dak Bungalow Square Bakarganj Fraser Road Ashok Rajpath Boring Road Patliputra Colony Rajvanshi Nagar Gola Road Danapur Patna City and Malsalami creating a vibrant and devotional atmospherenbspTo manage the heavy turnout Patna Traffic Police implemented special traffic diversionsnbspTraffic SP Aparajit Lohan informed that key routes including Bailey Road and Dak Bungalow Square have been rerouted to avoid congestionnbspVehicles coming from Patna Junction toward Dak Bungalow Chowk are being diverted via Harding Road and Veer Chand Patel PathWe appeal to citizens to follow the traffic advisories visit the pandals peacefully and avoid spreading rumours Lohan saidnbspWith Maha Navami and Dussehra celebrations set to follow Patna continues to witness a grand festive spirit combining religious devotion with elaborate cultural displays https://dailyworld.in/national/nitish-kumar-offers-prayers-at-patan-devi-temple-on-mahaashtami-640798.html Tue, 30 Sep 2025 14:46:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/after-op-sindoor-jointness-of-tri-series-on-top-of-govt-agenda-rajnath-singh-640799.html New Delhi Sep 30 IANS Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday praised the triservices synergy during Operation Sindoor that enabled timely decisions and enhanced situational awareness reiterating the governments aim to further promote jointnessnbspAddressing a seminar organised by the Indian Air Force IAF at Subroto Park in Delhi Rajnath Singh said Our governments objective is to further promote Jointness and integration among the triservices This is not only a matter of policy but a matter of survival in the fastchanging security environmentThe evolving character of warfare combined with the complex interplay of traditional and nontraditional threats makes jointness a core operational necessity rather than a matter of choice he saidnbspJointness has become a fundamental requirement for our national security and operational effectiveness today While each of our services possesses the capacity to respond independently the interconnected nature of land sea air space and cyberspace makes collaborative strength the true guarantor of victory he addedThe seminar on the theme Fostering Greater Jointness Synergy through Shared Learning in the domain of Inspection and Audits Aviation Standards and Aerospace Safety underscores the necessity for Indias Armed Forces to embrace deeper integration to meet the demands of modern warfare and to maximise defence preparednessnbspThe Defence Minister highlighted the importance of IAFs Integrated Air Command and Control System IACCS working in unison with the Indian Armys Akashteer and the Indian Navys Trigun making a joint operational backbone during Operation SindoorDuring Operation Sindoor the triservices synergy produced a unified realtime operational picture It empowered commanders to take timely decisions enhanced situational awareness and reduced the risk of fratricide This is the living example of jointness delivering decisive results and this success must become the benchmark for all future operation he saidnbspThe Union Minister recalled the recent Combined Commanders Conference held in Kolkata where Prime Minister Narendra Modi underlined the importance of jointness and integrationnbspHe stated that this reflects the governments clear commitment to ensuring that the Armed Forces are not only among the best in the world in terms of values and traditions but also pioneers of futureready systems https://dailyworld.in/national/after-op-sindoor-jointness-of-tri-series-on-top-of-govt-agenda-rajnath-singh-640799.html Tue, 30 Sep 2025 14:48:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/hm-amit-shah-to-inaugurate-rs-4-000-cr-yamuna-rejuvenation-projects-in-delhi-today-640831.html New Delhi Sep 30 Union Home Minister Amit Shah will inaugurate Asias largest sewage treatment plant STP in Okhla on Tuesday marking a major milestone in Delhis efforts to rejuvenate the Yamuna River The inauguration scheduled to take place at Keshavpur in Vikaspuri will also include the launch of 46 other sewage and sanitationrelated projects worth a total of Rs 4000 crore under the National Mission for Clean Ganga NMCGDelhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta is expected to preside over the event which is being organized as a large public gathering Over 6000 people including local residents community leaders and officials have been invited to witness the occasionAccording to officials the Okhla STP is the largest facility of its kind in Asia with a treatment capacity of 124 million gallons per day MGD Built at a cost of Rs 1161 crore the plant spans 40 acres and replaces four outdated sewage treatment units previously located at the same site The new facility is designed not only to treat sewage but also to produce power from waste and generate Aclass sludge which is safe for reuse in agriculture and landscapingDelhi Jal Board DJB which led the project in collaboration with the Centre stated that nearly 40 lakh residents across south central and old Delhi will directly benefit from the plant It is expected to significantly reduce the volume of untreated sewage flowing into the Yamuna a critical goal under the Yamuna Action PlanIIIConstruction of the plant began in 2019 but faced multiple delays due to unforeseen challenges including the COVID19 pandemic and governmentimposed construction bans Although it was originally slated for completion in 2022 work was finally wrapped up in April this year followed by a successful trial runOfficials said that 85 per cent of the projects funding was provided by the central government while the Delhi government contributed the remaining amountThe inauguration of these projects comes at a time when efforts to clean the Yamuna have received renewed attention IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/hm-amit-shah-to-inaugurate-rs-4-000-cr-yamuna-rejuvenation-projects-in-delhi-today-640831.html Tue, 30 Sep 2025 16:06:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/ayudha-puja-rush-over-1-000-special-buses-extra-trains-from-chennai-to-manage-crowd-640834.html Chennai Sep 30 With Tamil Nadu gearing up for Ayudha Puja on Wednesday and Vijayadashami on Thursday followed by a long weekend thousands of people are likely to leave Chennai for their hometowns and tourist destinations To manage the heavy rush the State Express Transport Corporation SETC has announced a largescale holiday transport plan deploying over 1000 special buses and extra train services from the city starting Tuesday Authorities said 885 special buses will operate from Chennais Kilambakkam bus terminal to key southern and western districts including Tiruvannamalai Trichy Kumbakonam Madurai Tirunelveli Kanniyakumari Thoothukudi Coimbatore Salem Tiruppur and ErodeAdditionally 185 special buses will run from Chennais Koyambedu terminal to Tiruvannamalai Nagapattinam Velankanni Hosur and BengaluruTo ease interdistrict travel about 300 special services will also run from Bengaluru Tiruppur Erode and Coimbatore to various destinations across Tamil NaduTransport Minister SS Sivasankar personally inspected the Kilambakkam terminal to ensure smooth operations and confirmed that new temporary routes have been arranged to avoid bottlenecks caused by ongoing flyover and road expansion works at Bukkathurai and Pathalam Road Junction in the Chengalpattu districtTo reduce congestion district police advised southbound travellers from Chennai to use the East Coast Road ECR and the Outer Ring Road GWT RoadVehicles from southern Chennai have been asked to go via Melavalampettai and Thirukazhukundram before rejoining the GST Road Heavy vehicles heading towards the southern districts are directed to use the ChengalpattuKancheepuram bypass to Tindivanam while those going west should stick to the Outer Ring Road Importantly heavy vehicles will not be allowed on the Chengalpattu stretch from 2 pm Tuesday until 3 am WednesdaySouthern Railway has also announced special trains to handle the festive passenger surge A special unreserved train from Tambaram to Sengottai will depart on Tuesday at 415 pm reaching Sengottai at 3 am on Wednesday via Villupuram Ariyalur Trichy and MaduraiAnother special train will leave Chennai Egmore at 1015 pm Tuesday for Thiruvananthapuram North arriving at 205 pm Wednesday A return train will run on October 5 An unreserved MEMU express from Egmore to Madurai will depart on Tuesday at 1145 pm and reach Madurai at 1015 am on WednesdayThe authorities have urged passengers to plan travel early use designated terminals and follow diversions to avoid delays during the extended holiday period IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/ayudha-puja-rush-over-1-000-special-buses-extra-trains-from-chennai-to-manage-crowd-640834.html Tue, 30 Sep 2025 16:09:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/navratri-ashtami-celebrations-in-himachals-naina-devi-temple-draw-thousands-640837.html New Delhi Sep 30 The holy occasion of Ashtami was marked by grand celebrations and heavy footfall at the famous Shaktipeeth Shri Naina Devi Temple perched atop the hills of Bilaspur district in Himachal Pradesh Since early morning thousands of devotees have thronged the temple to offer prayers and perform Ashtami rituals seeking blessings of peace prosperity and wellbeing for their familiesWorshippers from various states including Punjab Himachal Pradesh Haryana Delhi Uttar Pradesh and Bihar made their way to the revered shrine The day is dedicated to the worship of Mata Mahagauri the eighth form of Goddess DurgaAlong with traditional Ashtami pujan special havan rituals were conducted at the ancient Havan Kund within the temple complex According to SDM Dharampal who also serves as the Mela Officer and Temple Trust Chairman All arrangements for Ashtami puja were completed in advance Devotees are being guided in organised queues to ensure smooth darshan We are ensuring that no devotee faces any inconvenienceHe further stated that the temple trust and district administration under the guidance of the Himachal Pradesh government had implemented robust crowd management and safety measures to handle the large influx of pilgrimsPriest Lucky Sharma speaking about the significance of the day said On Ashtami Mataji is offered Kadah Prasad which is believed to be her favourite Devotees also offer ahutis sacred offerings into the Havan Kund to seek the divine grace of the GoddessToday is Ashtami and devotees are arriving in large numbers and special Aarti is performed throughout the day he addedMeanwhile in the national capital Delhi similar scenes of devotion were witnessed at the iconic Jhandewalan Mata Temple Long lines of devotees gathered since morning to pay homage and participate in the rituals of AshtamiA devotee says We have been coming on Ashtami for the past 1012 years We come every Ashtami but especially during Navratri The arrangements are very good ten years ago it was not like this The way the arrangements are done now everything is smooth and no one faces any troubleBoth temples saw an atmosphere of spiritual fervour and devotion as the sacred festival of Navratri continues to unite people across states in celebration of divine feminine energy IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/navratri-ashtami-celebrations-in-himachals-naina-devi-temple-draw-thousands-640837.html Tue, 30 Sep 2025 16:13:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/asian-development-bank-forecasts-indias-growth-at-65-pc-for-2025-and-2026-640840.html New Delhi Sep 30 The Asian Development Bank ADB on Tuesday projected Indias growth at 65 per cent for 2025 FY26 and 2026 FY27 as it trimmed its growth outlook for developing Asia and the Pacific by 01 and 02 percentage points for this year and next respectively amid the emergence of a new global trade environment shaped by tariffs and updated trade agreements Indias GDP grew 76 per cent in H1 2025 as higher investment from strong public capital spending offsets lower net exports and consumption despite firm rural demand ADB said in a statementIndustrial growth likewise improved in India with manufacturing and construction performing well offsetting declines in mining and utilities the report mentionedManufacturing conditions strengthened in India and most ASEAN economies Meanwhile services PMI in India stayed strong driven by rising demand for travel and recreation servicesRice prices are also projected to ease amid favourable weather conditions and record harvests in India the worlds largest rice exporter said the reportHigher tariffs imposed by the United States and elevated trade uncertainty are expected to weigh on the regions growthInflation will continue to ease to 17 per cent this year amid lower prices for food and energy before increasing modestly to 21 per cent next year as food prices normaliseIn India CPI inflation stood at 207 per cent in August remaining significantly lower than the 37 per cent reported a year ago Food prices continued to decline for the third consecutive month decreasing 07 per cent yearonyear primarily due to lower costs for vegetables pulses and spicesUS tariffs have settled at historically high rates and global trade uncertainty remains at elevated levels said ADB Chief Economist Albert ParkGrowth in developing Asia and the Pacific has remained resilient this year thanks to strong exports and robust domestic demand but the worsened external environment is impacting the outlook Amid the new global trade environment its crucial for governments to continue promoting sound macroeconomic management openness and further regional integration Park addedGrowth forecasts for the Peoples Republic of China PRC remain unchanged as policy support is expected to cushion the impact of higher tariffs and continued weakness in the property market The PRCs economy is projected to expand by 47 per cent this year and 43 per cent next yearEconomies in Southeast Asia are seeing the largest downgrades to growth forecasts amid weaker global demand and elevated trade uncertainty Growth in the subregion is now projected at 43 per cent for 2025 and the same for 2026 down 04 percentage points for each year compared with Aprils forecasts IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/asian-development-bank-forecasts-indias-growth-at-65-pc-for-2025-and-2026-640840.html Tue, 30 Sep 2025 16:16:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/amid-karur-tragedy-tvk-leader-calls-for-youth-revolution-then-deletes-post-640842.html Chennai Sep 30 TVK election campaign management General Secretary Aadhav Arjuna has triggered a political storm with a nowdeleted social media post urging a youth revolution against the authorities In a latenight post on X on Monday Aadhav Arjuna wrote If walking on the streets leads to beatings and posting a comment on social media leads to arrest then when the police have become mere servants of those in power the only way to restore order is through a youth revolution Just as young people and the Gen Z generation united against authorities in Sri Lanka and Nepal youth will rise here too That rise will lay the foundation for regime change and the end of state terror When demons rule even funeral grounds devour corpsesThe post which many saw as incendiary was deleted within minutes but screenshots had already gone viralPolitical parties across Tamil Nadu still reeling from the Karur tragedy reacted sharplyThe controversy unfolds as the state mourns the devastating stampede at actorpolitician Vijays TVK rally in Velayuthampalayam Karur on September 27 The rally part of TVKs election campaign turned catastrophic when an overcrowded venue saw panic and a deadly crushFortyone people including eight children lost their lives and over 60 others were injuredChief Minister MK Stalin who rushed to Karur hours after the incident announced an inquiry commission under retired High Court judge Justice Aruna Jagadeesan and promised that rules and guidelines for political rallies would be framed after the reportHe urged the public not to spread unverified claims or malicious comments during this sensitive timeAIADMK general secretary and former Chief Minister Edappadi K Palaniswami expressed condolences but blamed poor crowd management and called for an impartial probe that goes beyond eyewashVijay who has faced both grief and criticism after the deaths described the stampede as an unimaginable tragedy and pledged personal support including Rs 20 lakh to each bereaved familyHe has also demanded accountability for any lapses in security and venue arrangementsOpposition leaders argued that Aadhav Arjunas remarks risk inflaming emotions when families are still mourningRuling DMK figures condemned the post as irresponsible while AIADMK said it revealed TVKs frustration after the deadly rallyAs the state reels from the Karur disaster the deleted post has added a volatile political edge to an already tense atmosphere IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/amid-karur-tragedy-tvk-leader-calls-for-youth-revolution-then-deletes-post-640842.html Tue, 30 Sep 2025 16:18:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/delhi-police-detain-two-women-associates-of-swami-chaitanyanand-640844.html New Delhi Sep 30 Delhi Police detained two women associates of Swami Chaitanyanand Saraswati accused of molesting 17 women students on Tuesday and were interrogating them The accused also known as Partha Sarathy director of the reputed Sri Sharda Institute of Indian Management in Delhis posh Vasant Kunj is facing a criminal case for allegedly targeting female students enrolled in postgraduate management diploma courses under the Economically Weaker Sections EWS scholarship categoryAccording to the complainant three wardens used to help Chaitanyanand bring the girls to his room It is not clear whether the two women associates detained are the same wardensThe officials said that Chaitanyananda is not cooperating with the interrogation and is showing no remorseHe was lying during interrogation and giving vague responses and that is why he is being confronted facetoface with the detained women associatesThe officials reported that the Swami fled on August 4 shortly after the institute received a complaint from the Indian Air Force headquarters accusing him of molesting female students On September 28 police arrested him at an Agra hotelChaitanyanand was then produced before the court which sent him to 5day police custody The police took him to the institute where he was questioned for a few hours and then brought him backAccording to investigators Chaitanyananda would call female students to his room late at night and threaten to fail them or reduce their grades if they resisted his advancesThe police took Chaitanyananda to the torture room on the ground floor of the institution where he would call female students for private meetingsSo far police have recorded the statements of three wardens of the institute All three are accused of helping Chaitanyananda delete incriminating messagesWhatsApp chats recovered from the phones of around 50 women students at the institute have revealed details of abuse spanning 16 years including sexually explicit text messages and incidents of forced physical contactAllegations have also surfaced about the deletion of CCTV footage with the DVR now sent to the Forensic Science Laboratory for examinationDuring the investigation at the institute the police examined the locations of the CCTV cameras installed on the premises Chaitanyanand was also questioned about these camerasThe investigation focused on determining which cameras Baba had access to and how he monitored the activities of the female students from those locationsSeventeen women filed complaints at the Defence Colony Police Station in early August accusing Chaitanyanand of harassing studentsThe officials also mentioned that Chaitanyanand has allegedly been preying on women for nearly two decades emboldened by his ability to escape previous molestation charges in 2009 and 2016This time the scandal came to light when 17 women lodged complaints at the Defence Colony Police Station in early August At the time Chaitanyananda was in London but he was last traced to Agra IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/delhi-police-detain-two-women-associates-of-swami-chaitanyanand-640844.html Tue, 30 Sep 2025 16:20:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/as-protests-continue-against-nss-supremo-traditional-political-rivals-playing-cards-cautiously-640849.html Thiruvananthapuram Sep 30 While protests against Nair Service Society NSS General Secretary G Sukumaran Nair are intensifying across Kerala political parties navigate the issue with strategic caution Posters boards and demonstrations have emerged in multiple districts following Nairs recent remarks on the Sabarimala temple which were widely interpreted as favourable to the CPIMled Left Democratic Front LDF governmentThe controversy began last week when Nair praised the government for altering its stance on the Sabarimala temple issueFor the Congress this was viewed as a breach of the NSS longheld policy of maintaining equal distance from both political frontsWhile Nair clarified that his comments only reflected the NSS perspective on Sabarimala and not a political endorsement the CPIM celebrated the remarks while the Congress scrambled to contain potential falloutSenior Congress leaders have since rushed to engage directly with NairVeteran leader PJ Kurien and Lok Sabha MP Kodikunnil Suresh have already met him followed on Tuesday by senior legislator Thiruvanchoor RadhakrishnanTheir efforts are aimed at ensuring the NSS does not upset Congress electoral prospects with local body polls looming in a few weeks and the Assembly elections scheduled for AprilMay next yearThe BJP meanwhile has opted for a waitandwatch strategyThough its share of Nair community votes continues to grow this is what the Congress fears as it would be a boon for the LeftFor the first time however there is visible dissent within the community against Nairs perceived soft corner towards the LeftOn Tuesday a protest board appeared near Ernakulam mocking Nair as Kattappa serving Chief Minister Pinarayi VijayanSimilar protests have erupted in Pathanamthitta when local Karyogam workers voicing disapproval of Nairs stanceDespite the uproar political observers note that Nairs remarks have come as a morale booster for the ruling LeftA Minister speaking on condition of anonymity told IANS Nairs statement has come as a blessing in disguiseIt provides us with a strong foundation ahead of the electionsWith discontent simmering at the grassroots and political rivals calculating their moves the NSS chiefs statement has sparked a rare alignment of strategy controversy and community politics setting the stage for highstakes battles in the months ahead IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/as-protests-continue-against-nss-supremo-traditional-political-rivals-playing-cards-cautiously-640849.html Tue, 30 Sep 2025 16:23:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/flood-situation-people-need-immediate-relief-not-photo-shoot-says-ktaka-bjp-to-siddaramaiah-640853.html Bengaluru Sep 30 The Karnataka BJP on Tuesday chided Chief Minister Siddaramaiah saying people need immediate and effective relief and not photo shoot of his flood situations aerial survey Chief Minister Siddaramaiah is undertaking aerial survey of flood situation in north Karnataka districts of Kalaburagi Bidari Yadgir and Vijayapura on TuesdayLeader of the Opposition in the Legislative Assembly R Ashoka stated that Its a relief that your government which seemed to be in deep slumber has finally taken note of the flood situation in Kalyana Karnataka better late than neverBut what the people of floodravaged Kalyana Karnataka need is not a photo shoot of your aerial survey but immediate and effective relief Ashoka statedPeople expect that your aerial survey should not turn out to be just another symbolic exercise he statedSo before your plane takes off let your governments relief work take off this is my earnest appeal with the following demands Announce Rs 50000 emergency relief per affected family immediately he demandedStop making excuses like software glitches server down or other bureaucratic hurdles as done in previous years Immediately release Rs 50000 as emergency relief to every affected family staying in relief camps Dont delay aid and force flood victims to spend Deepavali in darkness and despair he reiteratedOnce the floodwaters recede district incharge ministers MLAs and officials must visit every village and conduct a comprehensive survey of crop damage property loss and livestock impact he urgedDuring my tenure as Revenue Minister in the previous BJP led government then CM B S Yediyurappa ensured onthespot cheque distribution This Congress government should do the same and provide immediate compensation at the site Ashoka statedAshoka further stated Postflood the risk of widespread epidemics increases The Health Department must wake up and act immediately Mobile health vans should be dispatched to every village to raise awareness stockpile essential medicines in large quantities and take all necessary preventive measures to curb the spread of infectious diseasesIn this time of suffering for the people of Kalyana Karnataka the Congress government must respond with compassion A special economic package of Rs 10000 crore should be announced not just announced but also released to support reconstruction and rehabilitation efforts Ashoka appealedThere have been several instances in the past two years where many genuine victims of floods and droughts were excluded from relief he claimedThis time ensure that no one is left out Publicly release all information about who received what compensation and prevent any political misuse or corruption in the relief process Ashoka stated IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/flood-situation-people-need-immediate-relief-not-photo-shoot-says-ktaka-bjp-to-siddaramaiah-640853.html Tue, 30 Sep 2025 16:28:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/delhi-hc-quashes-fir-after-settlement-orders-petitioners-to-organise-bhandara-640859.html New Delhi Sep 30 IANS The Delhi High Court has quashed an FIR following a settlement between the two neighbours and directed the petitioners to organise a bhandara community meal for at least 50 children on two occasionsnbspnbspA singlejudge Bench of Justice Anish Dayal was hearing a plea filed by Brij Ballabh Gaur and his wife seeking quashing of an FIR lodged in 2020 at Jagatpuri police station under Sections 324 causing hurt 506 criminal intimidation and 34 common intention of the Indian Penal Code IPCIn its order Justice Dayal noted that the complainant who was present in person along with her husband raised no objection to the FIR being quashed Respondent no2 who is also accompanied by her husband states in court that she has no objection to the quashing of the said FIR against both the petitioners considering that they were neighbours and the original issues have now been resolved the order saidnbspThe petitioners undertook to organise a bhandara for poor children in Shiv Mandir at Radheypuri Petitioner nos1 and 2 undertake to organise a Bhandara for poor children of the area in Shiv Mandir at Radheypuri on two occasions one during the coming Navratra period and one during the Diwali period for at least 50 children noted the Delhi High CourtIt further directed that the petitioners should file a compliance affidavit with photographs and furnish a copy to the Investigating Officer as well observing that continuing the criminal proceedings would serve no purpose Justice Dayal said Considering the above settlement between the parties and the chances of conviction of the petitioners being remote and bleak there is no use continuing with proceedings ofnbsp the present FIR as it would be a misuse of the process of the court and an unnecessary burden on the state exchequernbspAsking parties to abide by the settlement terms the Delhi High Court allowed the petition and quashed the FIR and all proceedings emanating from it The FIR No2482020 registered at Police Station Jagatpuri under Sections 32450634 IPC and proceedings emanating therefrom are quashed qua the petitioners Parties shall abide by the terms of settlement Accordingly the petition is disposed of it ordered https://dailyworld.in/national/delhi-hc-quashes-fir-after-settlement-orders-petitioners-to-organise-bhandara-640859.html Tue, 30 Sep 2025 16:33:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/meth-cartels-and-isi-how-kerala-became-indias-narco-transit-point-640861.html New Delhi Sep 30 There has been a marked rise in the number of drugrelated incidents in Kerala in recent years Security agencies say they had sensed a pattern setting in where the drug smuggling routes would be predominantly through the southern states However the suspension of four prison officials in Kerala for trafficking narcotics to inmates clearly indicates that there is a rot within the system which has ensured that the drug menace has become big in the stateNearly 95 per cent of the narcotics market is under the control of the Dawood Ibrahim syndicate This is the same syndicate which is backed by the ISI that managed to compromise the state of Punjab The drugs from Pakistan would enter Punjab in large numbers before it is circulated to the rest of the country However this route has become too obvious and the security agencies have managed to curb this menace to some extentThe Dsyndicate realised that in order to expand it would need to tap into the southern markets This is when it decided to create modules in Sri LankaThe drugs from Pakistan would land in Sri Lanka before it is smuggled into India by sea Officials say that one of the most preferred drugs in Kerala is methamphetamine or meth There is also a huge demand for this drug in the rest of the country and sensing the same the syndicate decided to make Kerala a transit pointOfficials say that Kerala is a favoured destination owing to several factors such as the long coastline and the proximity to international bordersThe operations are overseen by Haji Salim who is a member of the DSyndicate He is in charge of all the operations in South India Over the last couple of years Salim has managed to build a deeprooted network in South India through his operations in KeralaCentral agencies have often complained that there is corruption within the system due to which the monitoring is very low This has made it easy for the drug smugglers to get the drugs into Kerala from Sri Lanka and then circulate them across the countryOnce the meth lands in Kerala it is smuggled into the rest of the country through the land borders that the state has with Tamil Nadu and KarnatakaIn recent times it has also been found that the Andhra Pradesh border is used to smuggle cannabis Intelligence Bureau officials say that the drugs are mainly smuggled into the northeastern states from Kerala However in recent times drugs that land in Kerala are also smuggled with the help of international cartels into Thailand and other foreign countriesThe drug smuggling into Thailand is at its highest as there is a very high demand for the same The Dsyndicate has roped in a large number of Nigerians to execute this trade The Nigerians who gained experience in this trade while operating in Goa are now taking over the international operations for the DGangOfficials dealing with the menace say that these cartels are not smuggling meth in small numbers Their deals are audacious in nature and the recent seizure of meth worth Rs 30000 crore at the Andaman and Nicobar Islands is proof of the same However after this seizure these cartels have changed their modus operandi They are now bringing in drugs in smaller quantities as this makes the possibility of detection low Every tactic at their disposal is being used to avoid detectionThe ISI is very reliant on this trade after the Indian agencies have successfully put down the fake currency racket to a large extent The funds that are generated through this trade are used to fund terror against India and hence this trade is of extreme importance to the Pakistani spy agency IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/meth-cartels-and-isi-how-kerala-became-indias-narco-transit-point-640861.html Tue, 30 Sep 2025 16:34:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/govt-appoints-new-chiefs-for-union-bank-central-bank-of-india-640863.html New Delhi Sep 30 The government has cleared the appointment of Asheesh Pandey as Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Union Bank of India and Kalyan Kumar as the new head of Central Bank of India Both appointments are for a period of three years The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi approved the appointmentsPandey who is currently serving as Executive Director of Bank of Maharashtra will take charge as MD and CEO of Union Bank of India for a threeyear term from the date he assumes officeSimilarly Kalyan Kumar Executive Director of Punjab National Bank will step in as MD and CEO of Central Bank of India after the superannuation of incumbent MV Rao in JulyThe Financial Services Institutions Bureau FSIB had recommended Pandey and Kumar for these top positions on May 30 The bureau is headed by former Department of Personnel and Training Secretary Bhanu Pratap SharmaEarlier the government appointed Shirish Chandra Murmu as a Deputy Governor of the Reserve Bank of India for a tenure of three yearsMurmus appointment was also approved by the Appointments Committee of the Union Cabinet and would come into effect from October 9 He will replace M Rajeshwar Rao whose extended service is set to end on October 8Currently he is serving as Executive Director at the RBI looking after the Department of SupervisionAccording to the law the RBI should have four Deputy Governors one from the commercial banking system two from within the bank and an economistThe other Deputy Governors are Swaminathan J Poonam Gupta and T Rabi SankarRao has been in the position for five years In 2020 he was appointed Deputy Governor for a threeyear term In 2023 and 2024 he was given two oneyear extensions IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/govt-appoints-new-chiefs-for-union-bank-central-bank-of-india-640863.html Tue, 30 Sep 2025 16:35:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/uproar-in-kerala-assembly-as-speaker-disallows-cong-discussion-notice-on-threat-to-rahul-gandhi-640865.html Thiruvananthapuram Sep 30 The Kerala Assembly descended into chaos on Tuesday after Speaker AN Shamseer refused permission for an emergency motion on the alleged death threat against Congress leader Rahul Gandhi The notice moved by the state Congress President Sunny Joseph was intended to spark an immediate debate but the Speaker ruled that the issue lacked both urgency and significance under Assembly rulesShamseers observation that the matter was a trivial issue infuriated the Opposition who accused the Chair of undermining a grave security concernLeader of the Opposition VD Satheesan hit back sharply stating that belittling a threat to a national leader was unacceptable and unbecoming of the Chair He insisted that the House had every right to take up such matters of public importanceThe Speaker however stood firm He pointed out that the controversy stemmed from remarks made during a television debate and argued that such statements could not form the basis of an emergency motionIf someone says something in a TV discussion how can it be discussed here he asked reiterating that the subject did not warrant urgent considerationThe response only escalated tensions Opposition members stormed the well of the House waving banners and shouting slogans against the government and the SpeakerSlogans reverberated through the chamber as members accused the ruling front of attempting to silence discussion on a critical issue creating dramatic scenes rarely witnessed in the AssemblyAmid the uproar the Speaker rushed through pending business before adjourning the House abruptly for the dayThe hasty conclusion underlined the severity of the deadlock as both sides refused to back downThe Congress has made clear that it will not let the issue fade framing it as a test of the governments seriousness on matters of security and democratic accountabilityThe ruling Left meanwhile maintains that the controversy is being inflated for political mileage and insists that proper procedures must be followedWith local body polls just weeks away and Assembly elections due next year the row over Rahul Gandhis security has quickly morphed into a flashpoint in Kerala IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/uproar-in-kerala-assembly-as-speaker-disallows-cong-discussion-notice-on-threat-to-rahul-gandhi-640865.html Tue, 30 Sep 2025 16:36:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/after-assembly-ruckus-kerala-police-on-lookout-for-bjp-worker-who-issued-death-threat-to-rahul-gandhi-640867.html Thrissur Sep 30 IANS Hours after the Congressled UDF slammed the Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayanled government on the floor of the Assembly on Tuesday for not taking appropriate steps against a BJP worker who allegedly issued a death threat to Leader of the Opposition LoP in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi the Kerala Police got going and began a search for the man who had made the threatening remarksnbspKerala Police launched a search for BJP worker Pintu Mahadevan who according to the Congress party issued a death threat against LoP Rahul Gandhi during a private television debatenbspThe Peramangalam Police registered a case against Pintu Mahadevan based on a complaint filed by KSU District President Gokul GuruvayoorPintu Mahadevan reportedly declared during a private television debate that a bullet would pierce Congress MP Rahul Gandhis chestnbspThe police subsequently raided the residences of BJP Thrissur district officebearers including BJP State Committee member Surendran and his brother Gopi in connection with the casenbspPintu Mahadevan has been booked under Sections relating to issuing death threats incitement to violence and promoting communal hatrednbspThe Congress has strongly condemned the remarks holding both the BJP and Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh accountable for the incidentSenior Congress leader KC Venugopal has written to Union Home Minister Amit Shah demanding immediate action against Pintu MahadevannbspCongress spokesperson Pawan Khera criticised the threat saying it reflected the BJPs mindset and frustration over its ideological defeatnbspThis is nothing but a conspiracy to suppress the voices of the marginalised Khera allegednbspIn a decisive move the KPCC media cell instructed party representatives not to participate in television debates where Pintu Mahadevan is present until further noticenbspMeanwhile Congress workers staged protests in front of Pintu Mahadevans residencenbspPolice had erected barricades to control the demonstrators but tensions escalated when the protesters attempted to push them down In response the police deployed water cannons to disperse the crowd that had gathered there https://dailyworld.in/national/after-assembly-ruckus-kerala-police-on-lookout-for-bjp-worker-who-issued-death-threat-to-rahul-gandhi-640867.html Tue, 30 Sep 2025 16:38:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/kvks-have-empowered-over-58-lakh-indian-farmers-with-latest-scientific-skills-640873.html New Delhi Sep 30 As part of Indias agricultural strategy to take skill enhancement directly to farmers Krishi Vigyan Kendras KVKs are playing a central role in bridging the gap between research and practice through handson training demonstrations and vocational courses tailored to local agroclimatic conditions Between 2021 and 2024 KVKs have trained 5802 lakh farmers according to a statement issued by the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare on Tuesday The number of farmers being trained through the KVK outreach has been steadily rising each year from 1691 lakh farmers in 202122 to 2156 lakh in 202324 In 202425 alone up to February 2025 an additional 1856 lakh farmers had also been trainedThese figures reflect the consistency and scale of the KVK network in empowering farmers with practical skills in crop management soil health animal husbandry and allied activities By grounding training in local realities while introducing scientific methods KVKs have become one of the most effective platforms for farmer capacity building ensuring that scientific knowledge translates into fieldlevel improvements and longterm resilienceInstitutions such as KVKs and schemes like Agricultural Technology Management Agency ATMA Skill Training of Rural Youth STRY SubMission on Agricultural Mechanization SMAM and the Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana PMKVY have also built strong training platforms while sectorspecific interventions in horticulture livestock soil management and food processing are integrating skilling into their frameworksCollectively these efforts underline a clear vision Empowering farmers through skill enhancement is vital to boosting productivity raising incomes and building a resilient agricultural sectorATMA has supported states in revitalising their extension systems reaching around 127 Crore farmers from 2021 to 2025 The scheme promotes decentralised farmerfriendly extension system in the country with an objective to support state Governments efforts to making available the latest technologies and good practices in agricultureThe Soil Health Card Scheme has played a vital role in helping farmers make informed choices on crop planning and fertiliser application As of July 24 this year more than 2517 crore soil health cards have been distributed across the country alongside the organisation of over 93000 farmer trainings 68 lakh demonstrations and thousands of awareness campaigns These initiatives have promoted balanced nutrient management practices among farmers leading to improved soil health and sustainable enhancement of agricultural productivityThe government has also embedded skill development within flagship national schemes The Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana PMKVY has incorporated agriculture as a priority sector it integrates agriculture and allied sectors within Indias flagship skilling framework Under the PMKVY scheme since its inception in 2015 till June 30 2025 more than 164 Crore have been trained and more than 129 Crore have been certifiedSpecial attention has also been given to preparing the younger generation of farmers for emerging opportunities in agriculture The STRY programme has been designed to impart shortterm skillbased training of about seven days to rural youth and farmers in agriculture and allied sectors IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/kvks-have-empowered-over-58-lakh-indian-farmers-with-latest-scientific-skills-640873.html Tue, 30 Sep 2025 16:45:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/brijendra-singh-announces-haryana-sadbhav-yatra-to-promote-harmony-inspired-by-bharat-jodo-yatra-640874.html DW Bureau Chandigarh Haryana is set to witness a defining movement of social and political renewal in the form of the Sadbhav Yatra Beginning 5th October 2025 from Danoda village in Narwana constituency the padyatra will be led by senior Congress leader and former Member of Parliament Brijendra Singh son of veteran leader and former Union Minister Chaudhary Birender SinghSadbhav meaning harmony has come under stress in the past decade as the BJP has exacerbated caste regional and communal discord in Haryana through its divisive politics The primary aim of the Sadbhav Yatra is to revive bhaichara in Haryanvi societyThe yatra will also highlight national and regional issues including Vote Chori electoral malpractice failing foreign policy and international isolation unemployment paper leaks poor law and order situation agrarian distress government employees grievances flawed new army recruitment process and deterioration of democratic institutions under the BJP governmentSpeaking at the occasion Shri Brijendra Singh said Congress has always believed in unity and today Haryana needs bhaichara more than ever This Yatra is not just a political march it is a peoples mission to restore harmony and to raise the voice of farmers workers youth traders and women Through the Sadbhav Yatra we are marching together to reclaim the spirit of brotherhood and justice across all 36 biradaris of HaryanaThe padyatra will traverse all 90 constituencies across the state covering 26002800 km for over 6 to 7 months In its first phase the yatra will pass through 14 constituencies Narwana Kalayat Safidon Jind Julana Narnaund Uchana Uklana Adampur Nalwa Hisar Barwala Hansi and BawaniKheraThe yatras slogan Congress ka Haath Bhaichaare ke Saath seeks to unite the people of Haryana in the mission to restore social harmony It speaks to the shared heartbeat of Haryanas 36 Biradaris The Yatra logo reflects Haryanas identity and collective spirit featuring two rising hands orange for valour and sacrifice and green for agriculture and prosperity celebrating the land of Jawan and Kisan At its centre the Congress hand within the tricolour circle signifies harmony inclusivity and unitySadbhav Yatra is inspired by Rahul Gandhis Bharat Jodo Yatra where he took the Congress vision and values directly to the people of India The Sadbhav Yatra will also seek to encourage and unify Congress workers and leaders which is especially necessary since the 2024 Assembly Election results to stand up against the governments detrimental policies https://dailyworld.in/national/brijendra-singh-announces-haryana-sadbhav-yatra-to-promote-harmony-inspired-by-bharat-jodo-yatra-640874.html Tue, 30 Sep 2025 16:46:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/we-are-not-opposed-to-caste-census-object-to-cong-govt-playing-politics-ktaka-bjp-chief-640876.html Kalaburagi Karnataka Sep 30 Karnataka BJP President and MLA BY Vijayendra stated that the partys state unit is not against the caste census but is opposed to the politics being played over the issue by the Siddramaiahled government He said this while speaking to reporters in Kalaburagi on Tuesday about the controversial socioeconomic and academic survey known as the caste census He accused the state government of using the caste census as a political tool saying The state government is playing a game of chess in the name of the caste census They are trying to divide Hindu society Does the state government even have the authority for thisWe are not opposing the caste census but there is confusion about the CMs intentions Is Siddaramaiah conducting this for genuine social justice to the backward and oppressed communities or to cook his own political rice he questionedHe added Theres no genuine concern visible in his approach and that has led to public doubtResponding to a question about the caste census Vijayendra said The Chief Minister lashed out against the BJP yesterday He asked if we are opposing even the Central governments caste survey Didnt you spend Rs 180 crore on the Kantharaj report Why didnt you implement it even when you were the Chief Minister he questionedHe clarified Today spending Rs 500600 crore on the survey is not something the BJP is opposing But since Independence no Congress or UPA government has taken such bold decisions about a caste census Even though the Manmohan Singh government had decided on it Rahul Gandhi opposed it he pointed outIn response to another question he said The BJP is clearly committed to providing social educational and economic justice to backward and oppressed communities The confusion is being created by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah not the BJP We oppose Siddaramaiahs mindset he saidHe further asked What has the High Court said Why are you keeping questions that dont serve any purpose There are more than 60 questions and not all of them are mandatory he noted citing the High CourtTaking a dig at the aerial survey by CM Siddaramaiah in floodaffected districts of the north Karnataka region First give compensation to AICC President Mallikarjun Kharges family Alongside respond to the distress of farmers as wellWhen a farmer says his crop is destroyed and asks for compensation for 4 acres of tur pigeon pea crop Mallikarjun Kharge says Even I have 40 acres of land and my crops are completely destroyed I havent received any compensation either Vijayendra slammedHe criticised this statement and pointed out According to NDRF National Disaster Response Fund guidelines the compensation for dryland is Rs 6000 per hectare But when B S Yediyurappa was the Chief Minister himself a farmer leader he toured all districts and provided NDRFmodel relief from the states own funds to floodaffected areasHe continued Im not saying that Siddaramaiah doesnt care about farmers But that concern should be visible In response to a question he asked If you dont show concern for farmers who are in a dire situation now then when will youHe further stated that compensation of Rs 25000 to Rs 30000 per acre should be givenFormer Deputy Chief Minister and MP Govind Karjol stated We are not the ones creating confusion over the caste census it is the Congressled government and the Congress high command that are doing soAre there Christian Lingayats Are there Jain Panchamasalis Are there Christian Dalits Karajol questionedHe clarified further in response to another question Dont refer to anyone as Christian Dalits When a person converts to another religion from the day of conversion they are no longer entitled to the privileges or associations of their previous religion That connection with their past preconversion status is severedIf someone converts to Christianity they become Christian if to Islam then they belong to Islam he saidHe further added If there was genuine concern for economic or educational welfare then Siddaramaiah who was Chief Minister from 2013 to 2018 should have acted He appointed Kantharaj and received a report spending Rs 180 crore on it What happened to that report It was thrown into the dustbin he criticisedWe are not misleading anyone It is Siddaramaiah and the Congress party who are misleading people he allegedThey had previously released the numerical data of castes Why did they not keep the data confidential when it was supposed to be kept secret he questioned IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/we-are-not-opposed-to-caste-census-object-to-cong-govt-playing-politics-ktaka-bjp-chief-640876.html Tue, 30 Sep 2025 16:46:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/rain-clouds-loom-over-dussehra-festivities-in-central-india-640877.html Bhopal Sep 30 A fresh spell of rainfall is set to dampen Dussehra celebrations across Central India as the India Meteorological Department IMD has forecast light to moderate showers accompanied by thunderstorms over the region until October 5 The festive spirit especially for outdoor events and Ravan Dahan ceremonies scheduled on October 2 may face disruption due to persistent wet weatherAccording to IMDs latest bulletin a cyclonic circulation over north coastal Andhra Pradesh and adjoining areas is influencing weather patterns across Madhya Pradesh Chhattisgarh and parts of MaharashtraThis system is expected to sustain rainfall activity for the next four days with isolated heavy showers likely in some pocketsThe timing could not be more inconvenient for communities preparing for Dussehra a festival that marks the triumph of good over evilTraditionally celebrated with large public gatherings processions and effigy burnings Dussehra relies heavily on dry weather However the forecast suggests that many districts may have to scale down or relocate events indoorsIn Madhya Pradesh cities like Bhopal Indore and Jabalpur are likely to witness intermittent rain senior weather scientist Divya E Surendran saidWith temperatures hovering around 2830 degrees Celsius the IMD has also warned of gusty winds ranging from 3050 kmph which could pose safety risks for temporary structures and openair stagesLocal authorities are on alert advising organisers to prepare contingency plansWe are monitoring the weather closely If the rain intensifies we may postpone for a while as shifting the Ravan Dahan to a safer venue is almost impossible said an organiser of the festival at BHEL Bhopal Dussehra MaidanWhile the showers bring relief from lingering heat they also raise concerns about traffic snarls waterlogging and reduced turnout for cultural programmesResidents are urged to stay updated with local advisories and plan their movements accordingly As the skies remain uncertain the spirit of Dussehra will depend not just on tradition but on resilience and adaptability in the face of natures unpredictability IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/rain-clouds-loom-over-dussehra-festivities-in-central-india-640877.html Tue, 30 Sep 2025 16:47:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/madrasas-promoting-conversions-will-not-be-allowed-to-operate-in-mp-says-bjp-as-nhrc-launches-probe-640881.html Bhopal Sep 30 BJP MLA Rameshwar Sharma on Tuesday said that madrasas promoting religious conversions will not be allowed to operate in Madhya Pradesh He said such institutions would be shut down and strict instructions had been issued to District Collectors to take immediate action The statement follows the National Human Rights Commissions NHRC decision to investigate allegations of an illegal conversion racket running through unauthorised madrasas in various districts of the state The racket allegedly targets Hindu children enrolling them in madrasas with the intent to convert them to IslamSpeaking to IANS Rameshwar Sharma said The NHRC has taken cognisance of the matter Strict action will be taken against madrasas promoting religious conversions Mullahs and Maulvis involved in this will also face consequences Conversion of children will not be tolerated under any circumstances The government has issued clear instructions to officials to act swiftly The culprits will not be sparedHe further alleged that some Maulanas were attempting to convert nonMuslims by teaching them Urdu but emphasised that no one in Madhya Pradesh can succeed through such meansMeanwhile in response to the complaint the NHRC has written to the Principal Secretary of Madhya Pradeshs School Education Department directing an enquiry into the allegations and demanding an Action Taken Report ATR within 15 days Authorities have also been asked to email a copy of the report to the CommissionThe complaint dated September 26 alleged that a wellorganised illegal conversion racket was operating in multiple districts of Madhya Pradesh targeting 556 Hindu children across 27 unauthorised madrasas for conversion to IslamMeanwhile the first fiveandahalf years of Madhya Pradeshs stringent antireligious conversion law branded in political circles as the Love Jihad law paint a picture far removed from its stated intentThe Madhya Pradesh Religious Freedom Ordinance brought into force in January 2020 and its successor the Madhya Pradesh Religious Freedom Act 2021 promised uncompromising action against religious conversions through coercion deception or marriage IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/madrasas-promoting-conversions-will-not-be-allowed-to-operate-in-mp-says-bjp-as-nhrc-launches-probe-640881.html Tue, 30 Sep 2025 16:50:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/kashmirs-gulmarg-gandola-resumes-operations-from-today-640884.html Srinagar Sep 30 The famous Gulmarg Gandola resumed its commercial operations on Tuesday after the successful completion of crucial trials related to cable cabin and loadbearing tests of the famous cable car project All the safety checks were completed smoothly before the resumption of the commercial operations officials saidThe restart of Phase I operations comes with an enhanced carrying capacity promising visitors a more comfortable and efficient experience on one of the worlds highest and most popular ropewaysOfficials have extended a warm welcome to tourists and adventure seekers inviting them to experience the services of the Gulmarg Gondola a major attraction that continues to boost the regions tourism potentialThe Gulmarg Gondolas operation was suspended from September 22 to September 29 for its annual mandatory inspection and maintenance with normal operations resuming on September 30This routine annual closure allows certified engineers to conduct thorough checks and servicing of the mechanical and electrical systems to ensure the cable cars safety and smooth functioning in compliance with international standardsGulmarg Gondola is the secondlongest and secondhighest cable car in the WorldHigher lines include the Mi Teleferico in Bolivia and the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain in ChinaThe twostage gondola lift ferries about 600 people per hour to and from Kongdoori Mountain a shoulder of nearby Apharwat Peak 4260 m 13976 ftThe ropeway project is a joint venture of the Jammu and Kashmir government and the French firm PomagalskiThe first stage transfers from the Gulmarg resort at 2650 m 8694 ft to Kongdoori Station in the bowlshaped Kongdori valleyThe second stage of the ropeway which has 36 cabins and 18 towers takes skiers to a height of 3980 m 13058 ft on Kongdoori Mountain a shoulder of nearby Afarwat Peak 4200 m 13780 ftThe second stage was completed in a record time of about two years for Rs 18 crore and was opened on May 28 2005The French company had also built the first phase of the gondola project connecting Gulmarg to Kongdoori in 1998The timing of the gondola is 10 am to 5 pm dependent upon the weather at both stagesA gondola cable car can carry six people at a time It takes approximately nine minutes to reach the first stage and 12 minutes for the second stage IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/kashmirs-gulmarg-gandola-resumes-operations-from-today-640884.html Tue, 30 Sep 2025 16:52:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/african-swine-fever-outbreak-in-mizoram-over-9-380-pigs-dead-3-690-culled-in-seven-months-640885.html Aizawl Sep 30 Northeastern state of Mizoram has been battling a severe outbreak of African Swine Fever ASF since midMarch which has left over 9380 pigs dead and affected around 3690 families across 162 villages and localities in eight districts officials said on Tuesday A senior official of the Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Department AHVD said that the fastspreading disease continues to surge with no indication of easingSo far the AHVD teams in eight districts have culled around 3455 pigs in a bid to contain the outbreakSince March this year pig farmers in Mizoram have suffered an estimated loss of Rs 11036 crore so far the official told IANSSiaha district in southern Mizoram remains the worst affected with over 3380 pig deaths reported in 38 villages and localities affecting 1295 families Around 935 pigs have been culled in the district as a containment measureBesides Siaha the other major affected districts are Lawngtlai Khawzawl Hnahthial Lunglei Serchhip Mamit and ChamphaiAfter Siaha Lawngtlai district follows closely behind in the outbreak of the disease with 1771 pig deaths affecting 381 families across 18 villages Lunglei district which has reported the highest number of 1619 pigs being culled followed by Siaha district with 935 pigs culledThe Mizoram government has been urging farmers to remain vigilant and cooperate with AHVD authorities in their efforts to curb the spread of the ASFAs the highly communicable virus continues to wreak havoc on the states pig population preventive measures remain a priority for the authorities to curb further outbreaksTo contain the outbreak the veterinary department has implemented mass culling in the affected regions and districtsSeveral teams of AHVD are on a regular visit to the affected areas to monitor the situation closely and take immediate steps to curb the spread of the diseaseEarlier Mizoram Governor General Vijay Kumar Singh retd held a review meeting with senior officials of the AHVD and discussed the ongoing ASF outbreak in the stateOfficials giving a detailed overview of the ASF situation in Mizoram and its critical aspects said that the first ASF case in Mizoram was reported at Lungsen village in Lunglei district on March 21 2021Since March 2021 so far around 72000 pigs have died due to ASF with over 53000 culled to prevent further spreadThe outbreak has affected 11382 households resulting in an estimated financial loss of around Rs 1000 crore an AHVD official said Through the assistance to the state for control of animal disease and the state government Rs 1451915 lakh has been disbursed as compensation for culled pigs while an additional Rs 47708 lakh has been provided through the Mizoram Disaster Management and Rehabilitation DMampR Department for pigs lost to the diseaseThe ASF which however does not affect humans is a highly infectious disease among pigs and poses a severe threat with a very high mortality ratePork is one of the most common and popular meats consumed by both the tribals and nontribals in the Northeastern region comprising eight statesWith heavy demand for pork in the Northeast region its annual business is worth around Rs 800010000 crore with Assam being the largest supplierMyanmars Chin state has unfenced border with six Mizoram districts Champhai Siaha Lawngtlai Hnahthial Saitual and SerchhipMizoram shares 510 km and 318 km unfenced border with Myanmar and Bangladesh respectively Experts said crossborder ferrying of pigs and pork might be one of the reasons for the ASF outbreak in Mizoram IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/african-swine-fever-outbreak-in-mizoram-over-9-380-pigs-dead-3-690-culled-in-seven-months-640885.html Tue, 30 Sep 2025 16:53:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/man-murders-friend-in-jamshedpur-over-suspicion-of-black-magic-arrested-640888.html Jamshedpur Sep 30 A shocking case of murder driven by superstition came to light in Jamshedpur on Tuesday after a 22yearold youth was brutally murdered by his friend officials said The incident took place in Garhabasa under the Golmuri police station area late on Monday nightThe victim identified as Ajay worked at a local hardware store Police said his throat was slit with a sharpedged weapon by his friend Sandeep KumarLocals who rushed to the spot after hearing Ajays cries found him lying in a pool of blood while the accused stood nearby They immediately caught hold of Sandeep and alerted the policeAjay who was grievously injured was rushed to a nearby hospital but succumbed to his injuries during treatmentPolice said the weapon used in the attack has been recovered from the scene of the crimeAccording to the police the murder was premeditated On Monday evening Sandeep had invited Ajay to his room and offered him alcohol Later in the night when Ajay was in an inebriated state Sandeep allegedly attacked him suspecting that his friend was engaged in black magicThe preliminary investigation suggests the accused believed the victim was practicing black magic on him This appears to be the main motive behind the murder said a police officer from Golmuri police stationOfficials added that further interrogation is underway to ascertain if anyone else instigated the actLocals described Ajay as the only son of his parents His father had passed away due to illness just a few months ago His death has left his mother devastated hit by the double tragedyThe incident has left the area in shock with residents condemning the killing as a gruesome reminder of how blind faith and superstition can lead to extreme violencePolice have sent the body for a postmortem and are preparing to file a formal murder case IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/man-murders-friend-in-jamshedpur-over-suspicion-of-black-magic-arrested-640888.html Tue, 30 Sep 2025 16:55:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/year-after-year-appeal-of-belur-maths-kumari-puja-remains-the-same-640889.html Kolkata Sep 30 On the occasion of Maha Ashtmai on Tuesday Kumari Puja worship of girls as Goddess Durga was performed at Belur Math the headquarters of Ramakrishna Math and Ramakrishna Mission at Belur in Kolkataadjacent Howrah district with enthusiasm and devotion of the followers of Shri Ramakrsihna Paramhansa his wife and spiritual consort Maa Sarada and disciple Swami Vivekanda Ardent believers of Swamiji and his philosophy of Service of God through service of humanity is the basic reason that the devotional attraction of the Kumari Puja has remained the same year after year since Swamiji started this ritual at Belur Math in 1901According to Jayita Sarkar an avid believer in Swamijis philosophy and a teacher of English literature in one of the reputed Kolkatabased schools the main idea behind Kumari Puja is the expression of respect towards womenpower and womendignity in societyInspired by the teachings of Shri Ramakrishna Paramhansa and blessed by the support of Maa Sarada Swamiji established Belur Math and said the unblemished rays out here will enlighten the entire world and will change the pattern of human life For me with the goal of bringing this attitudinal change in human thought process especially as regards acknowledging womens power Swamiji started Kumari Puja where the main idea is worshipping a young girl as the symbol of MatruShakti or womens empowerment For every woman this occasion is truly special Every time I am there at Belur Math on the occasion I am swayed by the spiritual devotion of the thought behind this ritual Sarkar saidAccording to Sampa Chowdhury a senior counsel of Calcutta High Court and an avid enthusiast of Swamijis philosophy the concept of Kumari Puja also reflects Shri Ramakrishnas spiritual thoughts of viewing the Goddess in every womanAs per historical records nine girls were worshipped on the first occasion of Kumari Puja in 1901 Since then the ritual became an integral part of Durga Asthami Tithi at Belur MathOn Tuesday as every year thousands visited Belur Math and became witnesses to the ritual which was marked by the same enthusiasm and devotional spiritualism associated with itThe ritual started around 9 am and ended a little after 10 amThousands of followers of the Sanatan Dharma celebrated the Kumari Puja with grandeur at Belur Math They consider this ritual to be simultaneously the worship of God and the establishment of womens dignityOn Tuesday the ritual was performed as per tradition with the message being honouring and acknowledgement of womens power worship of the Divine Femininity and service to humanityThe monks at the Ramakrishna Math and Ramakrishna Mission performed the rituals Thousands of devotees attended the puja coming from faraway places maintaining the dignity and devotional spiritualism associated with the ritualsThe day will end with the Sandhi Puja held at the juncture of Maha Ashtami and Maha Navami which is regarded as the most sacred moment of the Durga Puja festival The ritual commemorates Goddess Durgas victory over demons Chanda and Munda IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/year-after-year-appeal-of-belur-maths-kumari-puja-remains-the-same-640889.html Tue, 30 Sep 2025 16:56:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/challenges-of-cybercrimes-narcotics-to-continue-says-telanganas-outgoing-dgp-640891.html Hyderabad Sep 30 The challenges of cybercrimes narcotics and crime by interstate gangs will continue and Telangana Police should focus to improve and utilise technology to tackle them said outgoing Director General of Police Jitender He was speaking at the farewell parade held at RBVRR Telangana Police Academy here on TuesdayBattula Shivadhar Reddy DGP Intelligence who will be taking over as the new state police chief and top officials were present to give a warm farewell to Jitender who retired from service on attaining age of superannuationJitender who served as the DGP for 15 months stated that India Justice Report published recently ranked Telangana Police as number oneHe noted that Union Home Secretary recently praised Telangana for its work in controlling narcotics and cybercrime He recognised that Telangana Police are not only working for Telangana but was also contributing to control of crime in other statesHe referred to the recent operation of Special Investigation Team SIT in other states in illegal betting apps caseJitender said that the governments emphasis has been on narcotics cybercrime and law and order and claimed that state police had done very well on all frontsThe communal situation has been pretty good in Telangana On Naxal and terrorist front its quite peaceful without any incident All important events and festivals went off peacefully without even small incident which shows professionalism of Telangana Police he saidStating that technology is playing a great role in detection of cases and apprehension of the accused he said in in the last few years all sensational crimes were detected 48 to 72 hoursThe outgoing DGP said Telangana Police was using technology to maximum advantage Lot of efforts were made in recent years to use technology and as part of these efforts 10 lakh cameras were installed across the stateHe however cautioned against completely depending on technology Stating that technology too has its limitations he called for improving human capability He said both technology and human capability should be used to create synergy and solve problem in a better wayHe said that rapid urbanisation lot of people coming from other states and improved tourism definitely created new challenges for policeJitender said Telangana government gave immense support to the police force in terms of human capability by recently recruiting more than 14000 peopleThe other day 113 direct DSPs were given appointment letters This will further strengthen policing in Telangana he saidHe hoped that under Shivadhar Reddys leadership Telangana Police would do very well He noted that Shivadhar had lot of experience in urban policing and tackling terrorist related activities and exuded confidence that Telangana police would get benefit out of his experienceJitender who is retiring after 33 years in service recalled that when he was undergoing training at National Police Academy in Hyderabad and was allotted Andhra Pradesh cadres he was unsure how a man from Punjab would be able to perform his duties here but he got huge support from all his seniors in Andhra Pradesh and later in Telangana We felt at home in Hyderabad and now we have decided to settle down here he said while thanking his parents and other family members for their support IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/challenges-of-cybercrimes-narcotics-to-continue-says-telanganas-outgoing-dgp-640891.html Tue, 30 Sep 2025 16:57:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/nia-attaches-property-of-terror-associate-in-jampks-shopian-640892.html Srinagar Sep 30 The National Investigation Agency NIA on Tuesday attached the immovable property of a hardcore terror associate in Jammu and Kashmirs Shopian district Officials said the action was taken under provisions of the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act UAPA as part of an ongoing investigation into terror financing and support structuresThe terror associate was identified as Tariq Ahmad Mir a resident of Maldeera village in Shopian His house was formally attached following due legal process with notices pasted on the premises by NIA personnel and local policeHe was found to be an active associate providing support to terrorists operating in the region The property was attached after evidence established his role in aiding and abetting unlawful activities Such assets will not be allowed to be used for harbouring terrorists or supporting their logistics said NIA sourcesThe action is part of a wider crackdown by the Central agency on the financial and material networks that sustain militancy in Jammu and Kashmir Over the past year the NIA has attached dozens of properties belonging to alleged overground workers and individuals accused of facilitating militant activities the sources saidIn addition to actions taken by the NIA and the Enforcement Directorate ED to unearth and block various financial channels of the terrorists JampK Police and the security forces have been carrying on aggressive operations against the terrorists their overground workers OGWs and sympathisersThese coordinated and targetspecific operations are part of the revised strategy of the security forces to dismantle the entire ecosystem of terror in Jammu and Kashmir instead of just focusing on the elimination of the gunwielding terroristsThe JampK Police and the security forces carry on antiterrorist operations in the hinterland while the Army guards the 740kmlong Line of Control LoC and the Border Security Force BSF guards the 240kmlong International Border IB in the union territoryThe LoC is situated in the Baramulla Kupwara Bandipora districts of the Valley and in Poonch Rajouri and parts of the Jammu district in the Jammu divisionThe International Border is situated in Jammu Samba and Kathua districts of the Jammu division IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/nia-attaches-property-of-terror-associate-in-jampks-shopian-640892.html Tue, 30 Sep 2025 16:59:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/they-dont-want-people-to-live-peacefully-bjp-on-maha-congress-x-post-640894.html Mumbai Sep 30 The Bharatiya Janata Party BJP on Tuesday accused the Congress of attempting to incite riots through what it described as deliberately disturbing statements and social media posts The allegation follows the registration of an FIR by Mumbai Police against an unidentified person after Maharashtra BJP lodged a complaint over a Congress social media post that depicted a BJP office in flames during protestsSpeaking to IANS BJP MLA Ram Kadam said the opposition was disturbing the peace and social harmony of the stateThe way riots and arson occurred in Nepal look at the statements made by the Congress party and the opposition at that time The peaceful atmosphere and social harmony are being deliberately disturbed by Congress leaders he saidQuestioning the intent of the Congress post he added Why show images of our BJP office on fire on their social media Who are you inciting and what is your intent behind this Do they want to incite riots Does Congress not want people to live peacefullyThe FIR was filed by Maharashtra BJP Social Media Cell Coordinator Prakash Gade at the Marine Drive Police Station under various sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita for allegedly attempting to provoke violenceThe contentious post by Maharashtra Congress showcased a BJP office set ablaze and linked it to demonstrations in Ladakh Uttarakhand and Bihar It made reference to the recent protests in Leh where people have been demanding statehood and inclusion under the Sixth ScheduleThe BJP should not see the end of the people Otherwise just as the Gen Z in Leh set the BJP office on fire a similar situation will arise across the entire country the post declaredReacting to the controversy BJP national spokesperson Aniket Nikam shared a copy of the FIR on X and said This is a direct warning to those attempting to disrupt the peace of this state BJP worker stands with MaharashtraThe political row comes in the backdrop of various protest movements across the country Ladakh has been witnessing strong demonstrations for statehood and Sixth Schedule inclusion Uttarakhand has seen widespread unrest over paper leak cases and in Bihar the Congress has been mobilising people through its Voter Adhikar YatraAgainst this backdrop BJP leaders claim that the Congress party instead of standing for peace is resorting to provocative tactics that could ignite tensions IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/they-dont-want-people-to-live-peacefully-bjp-on-maha-congress-x-post-640894.html Tue, 30 Sep 2025 17:01:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/fan-murder-case-spp-says-no-luxury-bed-for-darshan-counsel-alleges-actor-kept-in-cell-meant-for-terrorists-640896.html Bengaluru Sep 30 Objecting to the petition filed by jailed actor Darshan regarding poor jail facilities Special Public Prosecutor SPP Prasanna Kumar submitted to the court on Tuesday that prison authorities cannot provide a luxury bed inside the jail to Darshan Following Darshans statement to the court on September 25 that prison authorities had failed to provide facilities even after a court order the 57th Sessions Court summoned the Superintendent of Bengaluru Central Prison The arguments and counterarguments are progressing in the court over Darshans petitionSPP Prasanna Kumar submitted documents containing details of the facilities provided to Darshan as per the courts order and the jail manual Strongly opposing this Darshans advocate Sunil argued that his client had not demanded a golden cot They have only given him a tumbler a glass and a mat The prison authorities have not understood the courts directions he saidThe authorities have thrown away the court order It seems they are not able to understand English language Sunil told the courtSPP Prasanna Kumar objected to the remark stating that it was inappropriate to argue that officers do not understand English Arguments should be made in keeping with the decorum and dignity of the court he said The court then asked advocate Sunil to adopt a softer tone and to specifically point out which order had not been followed instead of making general allegationsAdvocate Sunil further stated The carpet and blanket were provided earlier A thick blanket was given only after the court order Darshan is allowed to walk inside the barrack for 30 minutes but he is not allowed to go for walks outsideHe also objected to the maintenance of a separate register for Darshans visitors The court however observed that prison authorities must ensure the safety of accused persons and for that reason they can take appropriate measures The court will not interfere in matters of law and order as maintaining law and order is the responsibility of the police it underlinedSunil further argued that Darshan was being kept in a quarantine cell although no other inmates were confined in this manner Darshan is kept in the same type of cell that is reserved for terrorists Authorities claim these steps are being taken only because he is a celebrity he saidAt this stage SPP Prasanna Kumar remarked If they ask for a golden cot it cannot be provided Advocate Sunil countered that his client had never made such a demand He also contended that the Central governments jail manual was not being followed It clearly specifies that inmates should be given proper food bedding fresh air and water It also contains provisions about the placement of prisoners within the premises Jail inmates should have some connection with the outside world Sunil arguedWhen court orders are not followed it is painful Convicted rapist Umesh Reddy has been given the facility of a colour television yet no such facility is provided to Darshan Why cant Darshan be given facilities that have already been extended to a rapist Sunil questioned alleging bias in the treatment of his clientThe SPP should stand on the side of justice The Supreme Court has held that he cannot merely side with the police Sunil addedSPP Prasanna Kumar objecting to these remarks asked the advocate to specify exactly which facilities had been denied and which ones should be provided Defending the decision to keep Darshan in a quarantine cell he pointed out that the word quarantine appears 11 times in the rule book In response Sunil challenged that if the rule book indeed contained the word he would withdraw his applicationSPP Prasanna Kumar maintained that there is provision to keep Darshan in a quarantine cell as it is part of the prison He can be kept anywhere inside the jail The measures taken are conducive to jail administration Darshan is an undertrial prisoner As per the Karnataka Prison Rules there are two categories of prisoners special and general Based on the security risks of each prisoner cells are allotted he submittedThe gruesome murder of Darshans fan Renukaswamy took place on June 8 in Bengaluru Renukaswamy was kidnapped from his hometown Chitradurga brought to Bengaluru kept in a shed and tortured to deathAfter the murder his body was thrown into a canal The incident came to light after the security personnel of a private apartment building saw the body being dragged by a pack of dogsThe police had submitted a 3991page chargesheet against Darshan his partner Pavithra Gowda and 15 others to the court in the case The Supreme Court had recently cancelled their bail and reprimanded the prison authorities directing them to ensure that no facilities are provided to Darshan in contravention of the rules IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/fan-murder-case-spp-says-no-luxury-bed-for-darshan-counsel-alleges-actor-kept-in-cell-meant-for-terrorists-640896.html Tue, 30 Sep 2025 17:05:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/rains-return-to-rajasthan-sikar-flooded-met-dept-warns-of-rains-from-october-6-8-640897.html Jaipur Sep 30 Unseasonal showers lashed several parts of Rajasthan on Tuesday morning bringing respite from the lingering heat but also triggering waterlogging in lowlying areas The Meteorological Centre Jaipur has issued a yellow alert for 23 districts including Jaipur and Alwar valid until October 3In Sikar rain returned after 22 days beginning around 630 AM The downpour left the Fatehpur Chhatriya bus stand and Loharu bus stand inundated with nearly two feet of water severely affecting passengers and disrupting bus movementWaterlogging was also reported on Nawalgarh Road while in Srimadhopur heavy rain between 830 AM and 945 AM flooded shops near the old bus standAccording to the district control room 29 mm of rain was recorded in Fatehpur by morning Ajmer too witnessed heavy showers particularly in Kishangarh around 1030 AM leading to water flow in the old city and adjoining coloniesReports from the Water Resources Department highlighted significant monsoon rainfall across the region so far including 747 mm in Rupangarh 748 mm in Kishangarh 699 mm in Bandersindri and 822 mm in the Arani subdivisionIn Dausa district rain began in Sikrai and Mahuwa around 1230 PM offering muchneeded relief and boosting prospects for mustard sowingBikaner recorded early morning drizzle at 5 AM with meteorologists predicting heavier showers in areas like Nokha and Deshnok later in the dayOther districts including Nagaur Pratapgarh Dungarpur Jodhpur Bundi and Banswara also received light to moderate rainfall since Monday night Udaipur city meanwhile experienced overcast skies and a cool breeze on Tuesday following strong winds the previous eveningWeather experts attribute the widespread rainfall to the formation of a lowpressure system in the Arabian Sea following a similar development in the Bay of Bengal earlier this weekWith dense cloud cover and intermittent showers forecast for the next three days officials have urged residents to remain cautious particularly in floodprone and lowlying areasJaipur met department director Radheshyam Sharma said A wellmarked lowpressure area is persisting over the Kutch region while a trough in the lower atmospheric levels remains active across northwestern Rajasthan the Meteorological Department said today On September 30 there is a strong possibility of rain accompanied by thundershowers in the Shekhawati region Jaipur Bharatpur Ajmer Jodhpur and some areas of the Bikaner divisionHeavy rainfall is likely at isolated locations in and around Shekhawati Light to moderate showers along with thunderstorms are expected to continue in parts of the state over the next 34 days Looking ahead a new lowpressure system is likely to form over the Bay of Bengal within the next 24 hours In addition a western disturbance is projected to become active between October 58 which could lead to a significant increase in rainfall activity across Rajasthan from October 68The weather office has advised residents especially in lowlying and floodprone areas to remain cautious as conditions remain favourable for heavy showers in some districts While the rains have disrupted normal life in some towns they have also brought muchneeded relief to farmers and residents eagerly awaiting cooler weather IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/rains-return-to-rajasthan-sikar-flooded-met-dept-warns-of-rains-from-october-6-8-640897.html Tue, 30 Sep 2025 17:07:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/molestation-accused-found-dead-in-police-lockup-in-jharkhands-khunti-640901.html Ranchi Sep 30 A 25yearold man arrested on charges of molestation died under mysterious circumstances inside the Murhu police station lockup in Jharkhands Khunti district on Tuesday morning officials said The deceased has been identified as Rahul Manjhi a resident of Meral village under the Murhu police station areaPolice claim that Manjhi committed suicide by hanging himself in the lockups toiletAccording to officials Manjhi had been taken into custody late on Monday night after villagers accused him of molesting a minor girl in Mahil villageReports suggest that Manjhi accompanied by his son had gone to the village where an altercation broke out during breakfastLocals alleged he misbehaved with a girl leading to a commotion Though Manjhi initially managed to flee to his native village a group of villagers from Mahil reached his home forcibly brought him back and handed him over to the policeSuperintendent of Police Manish Toppo said that a case of molestation had been registered and that Manjhi was arrested on the basis of the allegations made by the villagersHe said the accused was lodged in the Murhu police station lockup overnight On Tuesday morning he was found dead having apparently hanged himself in the toilet An investigation is underway Toppo saidFollowing the incident senior police officers rushed to the station and initiated an inquiryThe body has been sent for a postmortem examination to ascertain the exact cause of deathManjhis family has alleged foul play and demanded a fair and transparent probeWe want the truth to come out He was in police custody how could such an incident happen a family member saidPolice authorities have assured that all angles including possible negligence by officers on duty will be thoroughly investigated IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/molestation-accused-found-dead-in-police-lockup-in-jharkhands-khunti-640901.html Tue, 30 Sep 2025 17:09:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/adani-electricity-provides-653-temporary-power-connections-to-navratri-durga-puja-pandals-640905.html Mumbai Sep 30 Adani Electricity on Wednesday said it has provided 653 temporary power connections to Navratri and Durga Puja Pandals this year In anticipation of the festive season Adani Electricity Mumbai had earlier this month simplified the process for Navratri and Durga Puja organisers to obtain temporary electricity connections for their pandalsWith a commitment to safety and efficiency the utility assures connection within 48 hours of application submissionWe are proud to share that this year we successfully provided temporary electricity connections to over 653 Durga PujaNavratri pandals across the city Adani Electricity recognises the importance of uninterrupted power supply throughout these auspicious celebrations a company spokesperson saidWe understand the importance of uninterrupted power during these celebrations Last year we successfully provided continuous electricity to over 647 Durga PujaNavratri pandals across the city This year weve strengthened our operations to ensure even faster connection releases and reliable supply the spokesperson addedEarlier this year during the Ganpati festival Adani Electricity released approximately 950 temporary connections to Ganpati Pandals and installed over 2571 floodlights at 167 Lord Ganesh idol immersion locations across 15 BMC wards ensuring a safe and joyful experience for devoteesFurther Adani Electricity also deployed a Quick Response Team with a welldefined restoration plan to address any unforeseen issues during the festivities The utility issued a safety advisory urging all pandals toThe company also issued a safety advisory urging all pandals to use wiring services only from licensed electrical contractors install mandatory Residual Current Circuit Breakers RCCBs to protect devotees and volunteers from electrical hazardsPrioritising safety reliability and ease of access to power Adani Electricity also issued dos and donts for Navratri and Durga Puja pandalsAdani Electricity urged to use standard wires and switches for the connection and allow only an authorised person to enter the meter cabinA fire extinguisher with operating knowledge is to be placed near the meter cabin The danger board needs to be fixed near the meter cabin Proper earthing at the meter cabin the company saidAdani Electricity also advised against using unauthorised extensions or direct supply making any joints in wiring putting obstacles at the entry of the meter cabin and exceeding the sanctioned load IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/adani-electricity-provides-653-temporary-power-connections-to-navratri-durga-puja-pandals-640905.html Tue, 30 Sep 2025 17:12:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/ensure-no-legitimate-voter-is-left-out-pramod-tiwari-to-eci-on-bihar-list-release-640907.html New Delhi Sep 30 As the Election Commission of India prepares to release the final voter list for the upcoming Bihar Assembly elections senior Congress MP Pramod Tiwari accused the BJP of manipulating voter lists in previous elections and urged the ECI to ensure that no eligible voter is excluded this time Speaking to IANS Tiwari said Im just waiting for the release of the voter list It will take a little time and people will examine it The voter list must ensure that every citizen of Bihar who is eligible to vote is includedHe went on to allege that in previous instances including elections in Haryana Maharashtra and even Parliamentary polls legitimate voters had been removed from the list under BJP influenceUnder the BJPs direction the names of 65 lakh voters were removed That should not happen again Every valid recognised voter must find their name in the list The BJP has won Haryana Maharashtra and even recent rounds of parliamentary elections by deleting genuine voters and adding fake ones We will wait examine the list and then take necessary action he addedTiwaris comments come as the Special Intensive Revision SIR process concludes in Bihar culminating in the publication of the revised electoral roll on Tuesday The voter list update marks a significant milestone in the runup to the 2025 Bihar Assembly electionsAccording to the Election Commission this is not just a formal step but a crucial opportunity for citizens to confirm that their names and details are accurately recorded The Commission clarified that while the current revision phase concludes with the final publication voters will still be able to make corrections or file claims and objections until the official election notification is issuedThe SIR process allowed residents to submit requests for inclusion correction or objection With the disposal of all recorded objections the final revised list is now being made public IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/ensure-no-legitimate-voter-is-left-out-pramod-tiwari-to-eci-on-bihar-list-release-640907.html Tue, 30 Sep 2025 17:13:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/phonepe-mastercards-new-tap-and-pay-feature-to-enable-contactless-payments-in-india-640909.html New Delhi Sep 30 As contactless payments through smartphones gain popularity among consumers PhonePe and Mastercard have announced a collaboration to launch an exclusive feature for Mastercard cardholders in India The new feature enables Mastercard cardholders to make instore payments by simply tapping their NFCenabled smartphones at payment terminals using the PhonePe appThe collaboration is designed to offer secure and frictionless tap and pay experiences at physical retail outlets while also supporting tokenised ecommerce transactions all through NFCcapable Android smartphonesCardholders can simply save their Mastercard credit debit and prepaid cards issued in India on their smartphones and enjoy all the benefits of cardbased paymentsBy combining Mastercards global expertise in tokenisation with PhonePes vast base of 618 million registered users this launch expands access to digital payments both within India and internationally It reinforces the shared commitment of both companies to strengthening the countrys rapidly growing digital economyWere delighted to collaborate with Mastercard to bring devicebased tokenisation to millions of PhonePe users With an increased penetration of NFCenabled smartphones coupled with growing consumer preference towards usage of tap and pay using their cards this functionality marries the two seamlessly said Deep Agrawal Head of Payments at PhonePeThis elevates both convenience and security for users enabling contactless payments at physical stores and safer online transactions all within the familiar PhonePe app We view this association as yet another key step toward delivering a worldclass payment experience to PhonePe users across India and when travelling abroad Agrawal addedMastercard cardholders can now benefit from a suite of powerful features including secure tap and pay instore payments to make contactless payments at NFCenabled terminals across India and abroad using the PhonePe app on Android smartphonesIt provides safer online shopping Individuals can shop securely with Mastercard cards via the PhonePe app with each transaction tokenised and tied to your device making stolen credentials useless elsewhereSaving the card just once can enable a fast secure checkout every time backed by Mastercards global expertise in tokenisation and PhonePes intuitive user experienceMastercard has always believed in scaling innovation This collaboration with PhonePe marks a key step in broadening the reach of digital payments by expanding devicebased tokenisation empowering Mastercard cardholders exclusively to tap and pay at merchant outlets both within the country and abroad India plays a pivotal role in setting the pace of digital commerce globally and Mastercard is proud to support this momentum with solutions that make transactions smarter and safer said Ravi Datla Senior Vice President Products and Solutions South Asia MastercardUsers can securely add their credit and debit cards on the PhonePe app through a simple onetime process Once the card is tokenised and saved they can make seamless payments by selecting the card and tapping their smartphone against any PoS machine and shop onlineThe new feature will begin rolling out to Mastercard cardholders on the PhonePe app in a phased manner IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/phonepe-mastercards-new-tap-and-pay-feature-to-enable-contactless-payments-in-india-640909.html Tue, 30 Sep 2025 17:14:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/gst-20-comes-as-booster-shot-for-andhras-fisheries-pharma-auto-amp-dairy-sectors-640912.html New Delhi Sep 30 The GST rate cuts that kicked in on September 22 will give a big push to economic growth in Andhra Pradesh across sectors ranging from the fishing harbours of Visakhapatnam to the auto hubs of Anantapur and Chittoor as well as the coffee plantations of Araku Valley and the craft clusters of Kondapalli and Etikoppaka according to an official statement issued on Tuesday Lower tax rates will bring down prices for consumers ease working capital for MSMEs and expand market competitiveness for exporters The impact will be visible across fisheries dairy automobiles pharmaceuticals medical devices renewable energy handicrafts and everyday essentialsAndhra Pradesh contributed 41 per cent of Indias fish production in 202223 The sector accounts for 74 per cent of the states GSDP and provides employment to around 145 lakh people in the 9 coastal districts of the stateWith GST reduced from 12 or 18 per cent to 5 per cent on fish oils extracts preserved products fishing gear diesel engines pumps aerators and key chemicals input costs will decline easing the burden on small processors and traditional fishing communities Andhra Pradesh accounts for over 30 per cent of Indias seafood exports shipped mainly from Visakhapatnam Port to markets such as the US China the EU Southeast Asia and the Middle East These reforms will improve affordability boost competitiveness in global trade and strengthen livelihoods along the states coastline the statement saidThe states dairy sector is ranked 4th nationally in milk production and supports 24 lakh farmers many of them women in selfhelp groups and cooperatives Major brands like Heritage and Vijaya anchor collection chilling processing and retail networks across the stateWith GST reduced to zero on UHT milk and paneer from 12 per cent to 5 per cent on ghee and butter and from 18 per cent to 5 per cent on icecream these products will become cheaper for consumers This will boost demand and generate higher incomes for dairy farmers and SHGled cooperatives in districts such as Krishna Srikakulam West Godavari East Godavari Guntur Chittoor and VizianagaramAndhra Pradesh has also emerged as a key auto hub with major plants of Kia Isuzu Hero and Ashok Leyland alongside over 100 autocomponent MSMEs in districts such as Anantapur Chittoor Visakhapatnam and Nellore The sector employs more than 11000 people including skilled technicians ITI diploma holders and engineers The GST rate cuts have made threewheelers small cars and motorcycles up to 350cc engine capacity and all auto parts more affordable This will increase consumer demand and reduce working capital pressures for manufacturers which also strengthens the competitiveness of Andhras auto exports to Europe the US and South Korea according to the statementIn the pharma sector the state is home to over 250 bulk drug and API units across Anakapalli Visakhapatnam Atchutapuram Naidupeta and Pydibhimavaram The sector employs more than 89000 highly skilled workers supporting both manufacturing and RampDGST cuts from 12 per cent to nil on 30 cancer drugs and from 12 per cent to 5 per cent on medicines for personal use make healthcare more affordable across India Global companies such as Dr Reddys Aurobindo Pharma GSK Lupin and Biocon operate in the state while exports led by the USA 52 per cent South Africa and China reinforce Andhras role as a pharma powerhouseThe states AP MedTech Zone AMTZ in Visakhapatnam houses over 100 manufacturing units producing medical devices diagnostics and healthcare technologies With GST reduced from 18 per cent to 5 per cent on devices like thermometers and medical apparatus and from 12 per cent to 5 per cent healthcare has become more affordable and accessible for domestic patients while strengthening Andhra Pradeshs exports to over 80 countriesWith capacity growing more than sevenfold between 2014 and 2024 clusters in Kurnool Kadapa and Anantapur have positioned the state as a frontrunner in renewable energy adoption The GST rate cuts are poised to boost this sector furtherSimilarly the states handicrafts sector also stands to benefit from the GST rate cuts Andhra Pradesh is famous for its GItagged Etikoppaka amp Kondapalli Toys stone carvings and leather puppetry which will get a boost the statement added IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/gst-20-comes-as-booster-shot-for-andhras-fisheries-pharma-auto-amp-dairy-sectors-640912.html Tue, 30 Sep 2025 17:17:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/maha-cabinet-approves-gcc-policy-2025-three-tier-cancer-treatment-policy-640914.html Mumbai Sep 30 The Maharashtra Cabinet chaired by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Tuesday approved the Global Capability Centre GCC Policy 2025 The policy is proposed to attract Investment and multinational cooperation for development of GCCs in the state which will be in tune with the mission Viksit Bharat and Viksit Maharashtra 2047The governments move comes when it is chasing the ambitious goal of a trillion dollar economy by 2030 while keeping its top position in attracting domestic and foreign direct investmentsThe cabinet clearance for Maharashtra GCC Policy comes days after the Confederation of Indian Industry released the Model State GCC Policy offering a ready framework to help states design their own strategies accelerate GCC growth beyond the metros and generate largescale highquality jobs This is about ensuring that Indias knowledge capital is inclusive futureready and globally benchmarkedCIIs model policy assumes significance because nearly 95 of Indias 1800plus GCCs are currently concentrated in just six Tier1 cities While these metros have been the engines of growth future expansion will depend on the ability of states to unlock potential in Tier2 and Tier3 cities The model policy focuses on enabling these emerging hubs diversifying the geographic footprint of GCCs and building statelevel ecosystems that are attractive to global enterprisesIn addition the state cabinet has cleared a comprehensive policy for cancer treatment wherein citizens will get quality cancer treatment The policy proposes a Threetier comprehensive cancer treatment serviceCancerrelated specialty treatment will be available in 18 hospitals across the state In this a company called Maharashtra Cancer Care Research and Education Foundation MAHACARE Foundation will be established A fund of Rs 100 crores will be provided for the share capital of the companyThe cabinet also gave approval to levy additional electricity sales tax on electricity consumption by industrial commercial and other categories of consumers This will make funds available for power supply for solar agricultural pumps under Pradhan Mantri Kusum GhatakB and other schemesThe cabinet also cleared the establishment of MahaGeotech Corporation to bring dynamism in administration by using Geospatial Technology Using this technology will help in strategic planning and decision making in various fields said the government releaseMoreover the cabinet also approved the setting up of a civil court at Phaltan in Satara district with necessary posts and expenditure provisions IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/maha-cabinet-approves-gcc-policy-2025-three-tier-cancer-treatment-policy-640914.html Tue, 30 Sep 2025 17:18:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/apologise-to-nation-bjp-to-cong-on-chidambarams-2611-revelation-on-us-intervention-640916.html New Delhi Sep 30 Following former Union Minister P Chidambarams revelation that the then United Progressive Alliance UPA government considered military retaliation after the 2611 Mumbai terror attacks but refrained due to US pressure and diplomatic advice BJP leaders on Tuesday launched a scathing attack on the Congress party demanding an apology from Chidambaram and Sonia Gandhi Reacting to Chidambarams comments senior BJP leader Ravi Shankar Prasad said This is not shocking at all We have been saying this for a long time This was their weakness Why did Chidambaram suddenly remember all this after so many yearsBJP MP Arun Sao criticised Congress handling of national security saying If theres a terror attack on the country the government should not come under pressure Under Prime Minister Modi India is giving a befitting reply to crossborder terrorism Its all about leadership capability Congress appears to stand with Pakistan they question the Army disregard the Constitution and show no concern for national securityBJP leader Rameshwar Sharma added Congress leaders are slowly revealing the truth Had they admitted this back then the country would have rejected them outright When Atal Bihari Vajpayee was Prime Minister the US asked him not to conduct nuclear tests He still went ahead saying it was a matter of pride Similarly PM Modi carried out surgical strikes Today no one neither the US nor China can dictate terms to India Chidambaram and Sonia Gandhi should apologise If they had taken action post2611 we might have prevented future terror attacksAnother BJP leader Asim Arun also slammed the Congress government and said What Chidambaram has said isnt surprising The Congressled UPA was known for policy paralysis We all knew Pakistan was behind the 2611 attacks PM Modi responded decisively to attacks in Pulwama and Pahalgam Thats what strong leadership looks like Congress failed and people removed them The people will continue to bless us for decisive governanceChidambaram in a recent interview stated Two or three days after I took over Condoleezza Rice came to meet me and the Prime Minister to say Please dont react I said its a decision for the government to take But an act of retribution did cross my mindHe further revealed that then Prime Minister Manmohan Singh had discussed potential retaliation while the attacks were still ongoing However the UPA government was ultimately advised by the Ministry of External Affairs and senior diplomats not to react militarily IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/apologise-to-nation-bjp-to-cong-on-chidambarams-2611-revelation-on-us-intervention-640916.html Tue, 30 Sep 2025 17:18:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/jampk-lg-manoj-sinha-pays-obeisance-at-mata-vaishno-devi-shrine-prays-for-peace-amp-prosperity-640921.html Jammu Sept 30 JampK Lt Governor Manoj Sinha paid his obeisance at the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi shrine on Tuesday praying for peace and prosperity in the country and the UT Heartfelt greetings to all on the sacred festival of Maha Ashtami Today at the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Temple performed worship and rituals and prayed for the happiness peace prosperity and good health of all citizens the LG said in a post on his X handleOn day eight of the auspicious nineday festival of Navratri devotees of Maa Durga worship Maa MahagauriNavratri being observed from September 22 to October 1 is dedicated to the worship of Goddess Durga and holds a special significance at the Mata Vaishno Devi shrineThe pilgrimage to the cave shrine in the Trikuta hills of Reasi district is going on smoothly and over 135 lakh devotees have performed the Yatra during this NavratriChants of Jai Mata Di and bhajans echo throughout the Katra base camp of Mata Vaishno Devi and the route as devotees continue to arrive in the town from across the country and abroad to seek the deitys blessingsThe base camp the route and the Bhawan housing the temple of Mata Vaishno Devi are dazzling with lights and flowerdecked decorationsThe spiritual purity and traditional gaiety resonating during the Navratri are soulsoothingA multitier security grid involving the police CRPF paramilitary forces and quickresponse teams is in place throughout the festival officials saidThe pilgrimage to the revered shrine resumed on September 17 after being suspended for 22 days due to a devastating landslide along the track caused by torrential rains on August 26 which resulted in the death of 34 people and injuries to 20 others IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/jampk-lg-manoj-sinha-pays-obeisance-at-mata-vaishno-devi-shrine-prays-for-peace-amp-prosperity-640921.html Tue, 30 Sep 2025 17:23:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/police-make-special-arrangements-to-protect-durga-idols-jewellery-in-kolkata-mandaps-640923.html Kolkata Sep 30 In a bid to protect the jewellery adorned by goddess Durga in several puja mandaps across Kolkata from theft the police have made special arrangements this year The police have deployed two policemen with rifles in 11 of those 13 puja mandaps while tighter security arrangements have been made in the remaining twoAccording to Lalbazar city police headquarters sources the job of the policemen would be to guard the gold and silver ornaments of the Durga idolsThe arrangements have been made for all 13 such puja committees where large number of gold and silver jewellery has been used to decorate the idolsApart from this two police officers with service pistols and two policemen with rifles will guard the ornaments in a puja mandap in the Muchipara area of central KolkataAt a puja pavilion in the Beniapukur area two policemen with rifles are on duty to guard the idols jewellery In many mandaps jewellery is adorned for a short time However as long as the idols have the jewellery the police will be kept on guard Apart from guarding jewellery the policemen and officials will also keep an eye on the idol so that outsiders or any visitors do not get too close to it At the same time a sufficient number of CCTV cameras have been installed in those 13 puja pavilionsAs the jewellery costs worth crores of rupees special security arrangements have been made to protect them A large number of visitors throng such mandaps during the fiveday festival Therefore the risk of theft remains said a senior officer of Kolkata PoliceIt is a tradition among some puja organisers to adorn the idol of goddess Durga gold jewellery The jewellery is counted and placed on the Durga idolBefore immersion the puja committee take it off and keep it in their custodyThe puja committees themselves make arrangements to protect the jewellery However this year the police also took an initiative to tighten the security further IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/police-make-special-arrangements-to-protect-durga-idols-jewellery-in-kolkata-mandaps-640923.html Tue, 30 Sep 2025 17:24:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/maha-govt-approves-gcc-policy-to-create-4-lakh-high-skilled-jobs-640931.html Mumbai Sep 30 IANS The Maharashtra Cabinet chaired by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Tuesday approved the Global Capability Centre GCC policy to establish the state as a leading hub of GCCs in the country leveraging its diverse industrial base financial leadership and technological expertisenbspThe policy proposes to establish 400 new GCCs create four lakh high skilled jobs by integrating industry driven curricula fostering cutting edge research and equipping the workforce with advanced digital and technical skillsnbspIt aims to promote GCCled research foster multinational collaborations attract high value and knowledge intensive investments develop world class business districts and a robust digital data bankThe policy aims to propel tier2 and tier3 cities such as Nashik Nagpur and Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar into the global GCC landscape creating new economic hubs and fostering balanced technology driven growthnbspThe policy will remain in effect for five years Financial Year 202930 from the date of notification or until the next policy comes into effectnbspThe state government plans to set up dedicated GCC parks equipped with future ready infrastructure walk to work design and plug and play officesnbspThe state government will promote cluster development especially specialised GCC units within flagship initiatives such as Innovation City and Maharashtra Global Med ZoneThe state government proposes to provide one time capital subsidy of Rs 10 crore for small units with investment of Rs 50 crore Rs 20 crore for medium units with investment of Rs 100 to 250 crore and Rs 50 crore for large units with investment of Rs 250 to 300 crorenbspThe interest subsidy of Rs 25 crore per unit will be given for five years and power tariff subsidy of Rs 20 lakh per unit per annum for five years pay roll subsidy up to Rs 50000 for three years for 100 employees per GCC and stamp duty exemption for one timenbspIn addition the state government will provide exemption in electricity dutyThe state government proposes to give reimbursement towards rent green certification patent filing and research and development grantsnbspThe government will provide nonfiscal incentives to facilitate GCC establishment including industry status additional floor space index with premium concessions critical infrastructure fund zoning relaxation single window clearance approvals for right of way open access and property to related freebiesAccording to the policy the state government will establish Maharashtra GCC Growth Council which will serve as a combined thinktank and advisory group ensuring the policy remains aligned with regional economic priorities global business trends and industry specific workforce requirementsnbspTo ensure effective execution one per cent of the overall policy budget of Rs 10 crore per year whichever is lower will be earmarked for policy promotion capacity building stakeholder outreach and impact monitoring https://dailyworld.in/national/maha-govt-approves-gcc-policy-to-create-4-lakh-high-skilled-jobs-640931.html Tue, 30 Sep 2025 17:49:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/rbi-mpc-meet-expect-next-rate-cut-in-december-says-goldman-sachs-analyst-640933.html New Delhi Sep 30 IANS US investment banking company Goldman Sachs Chief India Economist Santanu Sengupta said on Tuesday that the Reserve Bank of India is expected to maintain current rates and take a dovish approach in the current monetary policy committee with potential cuts in December if conditions permitnbspInvestors await the Reserve Bank of Indias monetary policy decision on Wednesday in hopes for a potential lending rate cutnbspSengupta said that the RBIs stance will be impacted by the uncertain trade policy and external headwinds despite a strong domestic growth outlookSengupta anticipates a 25basispoint rate cut in December provided growth and inflation readings support it according to multiple reportsnbspHe said that a rate cut is likely in December citing stable domestic growth but external challenges such as US tariffs and H1B visa restrictions affecting sentimentnbspHe said that GST reductions will initiate a mass consumption revival starting in the OctoberDecember quarter when the consumption growth will be feltnbspIf you are an FII investor looking at India then you have tariffs and H1B leading to outflows which is the real headwind India is facing he addedSengupta however downplayed concerns around US visa restrictions calling the H1B visa rule impact muted in the near termnbspHe said the state of the domestic economy looks agreeable adding that the GST reforms will feed into growthnbspRegarding room for one more economic lever being enforced by the government other than the GST rate cuts Sengupta said that he doesnt see much room for the government as it has to maintain the fiscal deficit target of 44 per centnbspAnalysts had earlier reported that Indias economy is set to grow faster at 65 per cent in FY2026 GDP up from the previous expectation of 6 per cent due to GST reforms https://dailyworld.in/national/rbi-mpc-meet-expect-next-rate-cut-in-december-says-goldman-sachs-analyst-640933.html Tue, 30 Sep 2025 17:51:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/beware-of-urban-naxals-bjp-blasts-cpis-d-raja-over-call-for-talks-with-maoists-640938.html New Delhi Sep 30 The BJP on Tuesday strongly criticised CPI leader D Raja over his remarks questioning the Centres Naxal Mukt Bharat initiative saying the country must remain vigilant against those who in its view sympathise with extremists Raja speaking at a press conference in Delhi on Monday had cast doubt on the operation aimed at eliminating Maoist influence calling the rhetoric around Naxal Mukt Bharat hollow and likening it to past slogans such as Congress Mukt BharatHe questioned the governments strategy and urged that talks with Naxal groups be considered rather than relying solely on military measures He warned that continued dominance of the BJP and the RSS would imperil the Constitution and urged citizens to act to save the Constitution by removing them from powerReacting to Rajas comments Chhattisgarh Deputy Chief Minister Arun Sao told IANS The country has a Constitution and the country has a democracy It is not anyones right to kill innocent defenceless people or to oppress them The Constitution does not allow such actions Anyone who speaks against the countrys Constitution or tries to run a parallel government in the country there is no provision for that in the ConstitutionPeople who have been oppressed and killed by these Maoists also have Constitutional rights Law order and Constitution should prevail in the nation and the Modi government is working in that area he addedBJP national spokesperson Tuhin Sinha accused Raja of showing sympathy for Naxalism and warned of a broader threat from what he called urban NaxalsThe BJP has been saying this for a long time that urban Naxals are a bigger threat than Naxalism D Rajas statement shows his sympathies towards Naxalism People who have this kind of Naxal thinking are a threat to our Constitution Sinha told IANSThe Naxals who do not accept our Constitution are being defended by the CPIM leaders These people pose a bigger threat to us as they provide shelter to the Naxals and also spread their influence across the nation We should be vigilant against such people he addedRLD leader Malook Nagar told IANS that Naxalite incidents are rising in several states and said the government must find ways to control themIf the socalled INDIA bloc questions this also then what does that show us Do they want the country to burn again into the Naxalism he askedUttar Pradesh Congress chief Surendra Rajput affirmed to IANS that the country will operate under the Constitution and that Maoism will be eradicatedThis is the truth Whoever follows a path of violence will be met with strict action as per the Constitution he saidHowever senior CPIM leader Hannan Mollah defended Rajas remarks citing casualty figures and calling for dialogueAt least 400 people have been fatally shot Any country uses dialogue and not guns Difference of opinion is not a crime Shooting someone for a difference in opinion is barbarism They Maoists are willing to talk but the BJP is shooting at them This is against the democratic rights This is all being done in this undeclared democracy Whatever Raja has said is true Mollah told IANS IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/beware-of-urban-naxals-bjp-blasts-cpis-d-raja-over-call-for-talks-with-maoists-640938.html Tue, 30 Sep 2025 18:04:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/bjp-slams-rahul-gandhis-south-america-trip-opposition-defends-640942.html New Delhi Sep 30 As Leader of Opposition LoP in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi is currently on a tour of South America the BJP on Tuesday criticised the move calling it excessive secrecy surrounding the trip However Opposition parties have come out in his defence dismissing the BJPs allegations as politically motivated and baseless BJP leader Tuhin Sinha questioned the purpose and confidentiality of the visitSpeaking to IANS he said Rahul Gandhi is a strange leader who travels all the way to South America to observe Navratri instead of participating in the Navratri pujas happening in the country If his trip is indeed an official visit as claimed by Congress spokesperson Pawan Khera then what is the need for so much secrecy Why has he not shared his South America itinerary yetThe BJPs remarks triggered a swift response from the Opposition They defended the LoPShiv Sena UBT MP Priyanka Chaturvedi rejected the BJPs claim that Rahul Gandhi is missingShe said I think saying that he is missing is wrong It is not right to use the BJPs narrative on this issue Congress through its official spokesperson has confirmed that he is in South America meeting people Calling him missing will only create the wrong impression among the publicCongress leader Rajesh Thakur also defended Rahul Gandhis visit contrasting his actions with those of Prime Minister Narendra ModiHe is not shameless like the Prime Minister who is always focused on elections Rahul Gandhi travels abroad to meet students and citizens of the country engaging in meaningful dialogue It is not like Modi who rushes to election sites for photo ops The BJP leaders are nervous because their own members Dilip Jaiswal Sanjay Jaiswal and Ashok Choudhary are under scrutiny Their secrets are being exposed so they are trying to divert attention by targeting Rahul GandhiCPIM leader Hannan Mollah dismissed the BJPs comments as foolish saying Rahul Gandhis foreign trip has nothing to do with the Bihar polls He was involved in the Bihar Yatra for a long time raising critical issues such as vote rigging and the failures of the Nitish government I dont think the BJPs criticism should be taken seriously Those remarks are idioticRLD leader Malook Nagar also reacted and said When elections are near and leaders go abroad they should reflect on how it affects the perception of the alliance Congress is the biggest party and Rahul Gandhi is its biggest leader so these decisions must be carefully consideredRahul Gandhis current South American tour is scheduled to include interactions with political leaders university students and members of the business community across four countries The Congress media and publicity department head Pawan Khera announced the trip on Saturday but did not disclose the specific countries Gandhi will visitIn a post on X Khera stated Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha Shri Rahul Gandhi has embarked on a visit to South America He is scheduled to engage with political leaders university students and members of the business community across four countriesAccording to Congress this marks Rahul Gandhis first overseas visit in September and aims to deepen democratic trade and strategic ties It builds upon historical IndiaSouth America cooperation and reinforces solidarity among Global South nationsDuring his visit to Brazil and Colombia Gandhi is expected to meet university students and hold discussions with presidents and senior leaders to strengthen democratic and strategic relationships The party also highlighted that Gandhi will engage with business leaders to explore new opportunities especially as India seeks to diversify trade and partnerships amid ongoing US tariffs IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/bjp-slams-rahul-gandhis-south-america-trip-opposition-defends-640942.html Tue, 30 Sep 2025 18:09:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/ahead-of-bihar-polls-eci-publishes-final-electoral-list-640947.html New Delhi Sep 30 The Election Commission of India on Tuesday published the muchawaited final voter list as part of the Special Intensive Revision SIR in pollbound Bihar During the enumeration phase of the SIR held from June 24 to July 25 more than 724 crore electors out of a total of 789 crore submitted their details The draft rolls however showed about 65 lakh voters missingThese 65 lakh missing voters include 22 lakh deceased 283 per cent 36 lakh 459 per cent who have permanently shifted or could not be traced and seven lakh 089 per cent found enrolled in more than one place the ECI data revealed earlierNotably Chief Election Commissioner CEC Gyanesh Kumar along with Election Commissioners Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Vivek Joshi will visit Bihar on October 4 and 5 to review preparations for the upcoming Assembly electionsThe highlevel visit will take place just a few days after the publication of the SIRbased final electoral roll in the stateThe current term of the 243member Bihar Assembly ends on November 22 making elections in the politicallysignificant state imminentAccording to officials the Election Commission EC team will hold meetings with senior state officials to take stock of administrative security and logistical arrangements for the upcoming Bihar Assembly pollsIt is customary for the poll authority to visit a state to assess ground readiness before announcing the election scheduleSpeculation is rife that once the EC team returns to Delhi after its Bihar tour the formal announcement of the Assembly elections could follow within daysThe SIR of the voter list conducted in Bihar after more than two decades triggered sharp criticism from Opposition partiesThey alleged that the exercise could disenfranchise crores of genuine votersThe Commission however rejected these allegations asserting that the revision exercise was aimed at ensuring greater accuracyNotably based on past trends the poll panel is expected to conduct the elections in three to four phases though the exact number will depend on security and logistical considerationsThe challenge is compounded by the upcoming festival season with Diwali and Chhath Puja scheduled during the same period requiring careful planning to avoid disruption for votersIn the 2020 Bihar Assembly elections voting was held in three phases October 28 November 3 and November 7 with results declared on November 10The CECs visit signals that the announcement of poll dates is imminent likely in early October IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/ahead-of-bihar-polls-eci-publishes-final-electoral-list-640947.html Tue, 30 Sep 2025 18:14:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/indias-fiscal-deficit-in-april-august-stands-at-381-per-cent-of-full-year-target-640949.html New Delhi Sep 29 Indias fiscal deficit for the fivemonth period from April to August stood at Rs 598 lakh crore which represents 381 per cent of the governments fullyear target for the financial year 202526 official data released on Tuesday showed This indicates that the fiscal deficit is well under control and on its declining glide path with the economy growing on a stable pathNet tax receipts during the period stood at Rs 81 lakh crore which was a tad lower than Rs 87 lakh crore collected in the same period of the previous financial year Nontax revenue however jumped to Rs 44 lakh crore during AprilAugust from Rs 33 lakh crore in the same period last yearTotal government expenditure increased to Rs 188 lakh crore compared with Rs 165 lakh crore in the same period of the previous year The governments capital expenditure on bigticket infrastructure projects in the highways ports and railways sectors surged to Rs 43 lakh crore during the fivemonth period from Rs 3 lakh crore in the same period last yearThis has played a key role in spurring economic growth in the country amid increasing economic uncertainties triggered by geopolitical developments and the US tariff turmoilThe Central government has pegged its fiscal deficit target at 49 per cent of the gross domestic product GDP in its latest budget for FY25 compared with 56 per cent in the last fiscal year which was lower than the revised estimates of 58 per centA declining fiscal deficit reflects the strengthening of the fundamentals of the economy and paves the way for growth with price stability It leads to a reduction in borrowing by the government thus leaving more funds in the banking sector for lending to corporates and consumers which leads to higher economic growthWith the strong emerging fiscal position in 202526 the government is likely to have some additional headroom to meet unforeseen expenditure on account of defence according to a recent Bank of Baroda reportThe observation assumes importance against the backdrop of the tensions with Pakistan following the Pahalgam terror attack and Operation Sindoor IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/indias-fiscal-deficit-in-april-august-stands-at-381-per-cent-of-full-year-target-640949.html Tue, 30 Sep 2025 18:16:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/union-minister-kumaraswamy-warns-ktaka-govt-against-fight-with-centre-says-trust-pm-modi-640961.html BengaluruNew Delhi Sep 30 Union Minister for Heavy Industries and Steel HD Kumaraswamy on Tuesday urged the Congressled government in Karnataka not to engage in frequent fights with the Central government saying such confrontations are unproductive Speaking at a press conference at his residence in New Delhi Kumaraswamy said Trust Prime Minister Narendra Modi Submit your request properly and the Centre will respond Stop the harsh rhetoricHe revealed that not a single Minister or official has met with Union Ministers so far regarding flood havoc in north KarnatakaBy now relief measures should have already been implemented Enough of just holding video conferences and getting angry Will anger solve problems First divide Ministers into teams and send them Where has all their strength and courage gone Earlier they did padayatras foot marches but now when it comes to state development theyve failed to engage constructively with the Centre he addedThe Union Minister said Its been over a year since the Narendra Modi government began its third term and yet no state Minister has met me Just criticising wont help Come to Delhi talk to the Centre present the ground reality properly The Centre will respondKumaraswamy criticised the state government for focusing on irrelevant issues like caste census which he said only leads to new problemsThis government has done nothing beneficial for the people Stop blindly praising the Kantharaj Commission You gave guarantees are those guarantees helping Kalyana Karnataka now he askedHe cited the poor condition of Bengaluru cityThe Ministerincharge of Bengaluru is very busy so the Chief Minister had to tour the city without him The Chief Minister went to inspect a repaired pothole but the tar layer laid behind him was already peeling off he saidKumaraswamy criticised the state governments financial management saying Im not saying guarantees have emptied the Treasury but the public didnt ask for them either Now in the name of Dussehra the government has increased bus ticket prices Even RTC is now competing with private buses in hiking faresSitting in airconditioned rooms in Bengaluru and wasting time is not the solution Stop being lazy and immediately help the floodaffected people the Union Minister said expressing strong dissatisfaction with the state governmentKumaraswamy criticised the state government saying it is in a Kumbhakarnalike slumber while people in Kalyana Karnataka are suffering due to severe floodingHe hit out at the state government asking Only now have the Chief Minister and his 36 Cabinet Ministers woken up What were all these Ministers doing until nowHe said that Chief Minister Siddaramaiah only conducted an aerial survey of the floodhit districts after media and opposition parties started criticising the state governmentFloods are a recurring problem every year For the last three months this government has been in deep sleep he addedKumaraswamy expressed disappointment over the Chief Ministers responses to Oppositions demands for reliefHow will criticising the Opposition solve the issues of flood victims His statements are unworthy of the office he holds There are 36 Ministers where have they all gone he askedHitting out at the Congress governments inaction Kumaraswamy demanded that two to three Ministers be sent to each district special teams be formed and that Ministers stay in the affected districts for at least three days to truly understand and respond to peoples sufferingIf I didnt have health issues I would have camped in the floodaffected regions for at least a week he saidI was ready to visit two days ago but officials advised against it due to bad weather After the floods only a few Ministers visited affected areas and that too just for show Is this how things should be handled he askedKumaraswamy accused the state government of failing farmers in KarnatakaTheyre not getting timely loans When I was Chief Minister I ensured 35 per cent of loans were disbursed What is this government doing They made big promises now tell us how much have you actually given The loan disbursal has dropped to just 17 per cent Is this their concern for farmers he askedKarnataka has received heavy rainfall this year with reservoirs filling beyond expectations While this initially brought joy to farmers excessive rains in several districts have now turned into floods During the GowriGanesha festival itself floods occurred in Kalyana Karnataka and Belagavi regionsEven now six districts in Kalyana Karnataka are severely floodhitIve spoken to the District Collectors of these districts In each district more than 1 lakh hectares of crops have been damaged Homes are flooded people are displaced and even cattle are suffering As many as 12 goshalas cow shelters are completely submerged and animals have died Kumaraswamy saidEvery day 45 lakh cusecs of water is flowing in from Maharashtra On top of that heavy rains in the Bhima and Krishna river basins in Kalyana Karnataka are adding to the flood levels The simultaneous inflow of such huge volumes of water has caused widespread destruction he addedThe Union Minister concluded by saying that there has been major devastation in floodhit districtsEntire villages are underwater People have been suffering for days This problem has persisted for the past 10 yearsYet this time even after such unprecedented floods not a single Minister has visited the victims In Chikkamagaluru too there has been heavy rain massive crop damage and destruction of homes Even then the state government has not stepped in to help the people Kumaraswamy said IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/union-minister-kumaraswamy-warns-ktaka-govt-against-fight-with-centre-says-trust-pm-modi-640961.html Tue, 30 Sep 2025 19:09:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/vadodara-municipal-corporation-organises-public-welfare-fair-for-urban-street-vendors-under-pm-svanidhi-scheme-640964.html Vadodara Sep 30 The Vadodara Municipal Corporation on Tuesday relaunched the PM SVANidhi Scheme 20 for street vendors as part of the Urban Development Year celebrations Over 3000 street vendors were registered during the twoday programme held at the Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay Auditorium in Vadodara The Municipal Corporation has set a target to register more than 50000 vendors within the next six months The public welfare fair attracted a large number of beneficiaries who praised Prime Minister Narendra Modis scheme for its positive impact on their livelihoodsThe loan amounts under the PM SVANidhi Yojana 20 have been increased with new slabs of Rs 15000 Rs 25000 and Rs 50000 available Vendors from diverse communities including the Kela community have received loan cheques from banks and expressed their happiness and appreciation for the governments effortsArun Mahesh Babu Municipal Commissioner of Vadodara Municipal Corporation said On the occasion of PM Modis birthday we have launched PM SVANidhi Yojana 20 We are receiving a very good response Government representatives have also attended the event This scheme will benefit many people and increase business opportunitiesSeveral beneficiaries shared their experiences with IANSMehul Vaghela said I received a message that I will get Rs 50000 as a loan This is really good and will help me expand my business I want to thank PM Modi for this schemeSimilarly beneficiary Yohan Edhi said We are very happy with this scheme I received the money and will invest it in my business It is a great help in growing my enterpriseThe Union Cabinet had approved the restructuring and extension of the PM SVANidhi Scheme until March 31 2030 The extended scheme aims to benefit 115 crore street vendors including 50 lakh new beneficiariesLaunched by the Ministry of Housing amp Urban Affairs MoHUA in 2020 the scheme supports street vendors who were affected by the COVID19 pandemic by providing working capital loans to help restart their businesses It also promotes financial inclusion and encourages the adoption of digital transactions among street vendorsPM SVANidhi is a centralsector microcredit scheme initiated on June 1 2020 to offer handholding support to street vendors The scheme facilitates collateralfree working capital loans of Rs 10000 initially with subsequent loans of Rs 20000 and Rs 50000 along with a 7 per cent interest subsidy To further incentivise digital transactions street vendors receive cashback of up to Rs 100 per monthThe objective of the scheme is to formalise the street vendor sector and open new avenues for economic advancement Street vendors form a vital component of the urban informal economy ensuring the availability of goods and services at affordable prices directly to city residentsKnown by various names such as vendors hawkers thelewala rehriwala and theliphadwala they supply a wide range of goods including vegetables fruits readytoeat street food tea pakodas bread eggs textiles apparel footwear artisan products and stationery IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/vadodara-municipal-corporation-organises-public-welfare-fair-for-urban-street-vendors-under-pm-svanidhi-scheme-640964.html Tue, 30 Sep 2025 19:12:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/cyclonic-system-to-cross-odisha-andhra-coast-by-oct-3-orange-alert-issued-640970.html Bhubaneswar Sep 30 A cyclonic system currently lies over Odisha and the adjoining north Andhra Pradesh coast in the westcentral Bay of Bengal said Sanjeev Dwivedi ScientistD at IMD Bhubaneswar on Tuesday Under its influence another cyclonic circulation is likely to emerge over the north Andaman Sea on September 30 This development may lead to the formation of a lowpressure area over the central Bay of Bengal on October 1Speaking to IANS Sanjeev Dwivedi said The system is expected to move westnorthwestwards and intensify into a depression over the westcentral and adjoining northwest Bay of Bengal around October 2 It is likely to cross the south Odishanorth Andhra Pradesh coast by the morning of October 3 Rainfall activity is expected to continue over the next four daysFor September 30 heavy rainfall Yellow Alert has been forecast at one or two places in Ganjam Gajapati Rayagada Kalahandi and Kandhamal districts Thunderstorms with lightning and wind speeds of 3040 kmph are likely in the coastal adjoining and northern districts including Sundargarh Jharsuguda and SambalpurRainfall intensity is expected to increase in the coming days with heavy showers Yellow Alert likely in Ganjam Gajapati Rayagada Koraput Malkangiri Nabarangpur Kalahandi and Kandhamal accompanied by wind speeds reaching 4050 kmph in warning districtsAn Orange Warning for very heavy rainfall 720 cm has been issued for one or two places in Gajapati Rayagada Koraput Malkangiri and Kandhamal Additionally 12 districtsincluding Mayurbhanj Keonjhar Balasore Nabarangpur Kalahandi Ganjam Puri Khurda Nayagarh and Cuttackmay experience heavy rainfall Yellow AlertThunderstorms with lightning are likely across most parts of Odisha while coastal and warning districts may experience wind speeds up to 50 kmphOdisha remains one of the most cycloneprone states in India In 1999 the state witnessed one of the deadliest cyclonic disasters in recorded history the Super Cyclone also known as the 1999 Odisha Cyclone Originating around 550 km east of the Andaman Islands it struck Odisha with wind speeds reaching approximately 300 kmph devastating 14 coastal districts 28 towns and major cities like Bhubaneswar and Cuttack Nearly 10000 people lost their lives and over 13 million were affected IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/cyclonic-system-to-cross-odisha-andhra-coast-by-oct-3-orange-alert-issued-640970.html Tue, 30 Sep 2025 19:16:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/cong-govt-in-karnataka-snatching-land-from-poor-farmers-union-minister-kumaraswamy-640972.html New DelhiBengaluru Sep 30 Union Minister for Heavy Industries and Steel HD Kumaraswamy on Tuesday accused the Congressled Karnataka government of snatching the land of poor farmers Addressing a press conference at his residence in New Delhi Kumaraswamy stated We know what all illegal activities are happening under the banner of the Bidadi Township project in KarnatakaPointing out that in 2006 he proposed the creation of five townships of which one was near Bidadi he said I conducted four public meetings with farmers even held discussions A majority of attendees were women farmers I didnt acquire even a single inch of landSlamming the Siddaramaiah government he said They claim to be implementing my dream project But now they are handing over 500 acres to one person 200 acres to another and 300 to someone else just distributing land to their favourites They must not forget this is public land not something you earned or ownI had planned to implement the project at a cost of Rs 60000 crore I even secured approval from the Union Governments Economic Affairs Committee But after my government fell the project was shelved Still I never took over any land he emphasisedLet Deputy CM D K Shivakumar swear and say how many peoples houses he has destroyed Union Minister Kumaraswamy said launching a scathing attackThey manipulated the original Naija Society by bringing in a vegetable society from Vijayapura and made the fake one seem real In another case they created fake members to grab land in the name of a society I have all the documents and proof of these frauds he claimedThe city of Bengaluru which was built by Kempegowda has now fallen into the hands of antisocial elements thieves and land mafias who are looting and ruining it he concluded IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/cong-govt-in-karnataka-snatching-land-from-poor-farmers-union-minister-kumaraswamy-640972.html Tue, 30 Sep 2025 19:19:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/rajasthan-hemraj-suman-gang-busted-13-arrested-including-one-woman-640973.html Jaipur Sep 30 In a major breakthrough against organised crime Jhalawar Police have busted the notorious Hemraj Suman gang arresting 13 members including one woman The gang involved in crimes ranging from insurance fraud and honeytrap extortion to arms and drug smuggling had been under police surveillance for months Superintendent of Police Amit Kumar said that on September 24 the Kotwali Intelligence Officer filed a confidential report about the gangs activitiesThe group allegedly financed tractors and other large vehicles in the names of poor farmers destroyed them and then lodged false theft reports to fraudulently claim lakhs in insuranceThe gang led by historysheeter Hemraj Suman of Sarola also included associates from Uttar PradeshPolice devised a strategy and under the directions of SP Kumar and ASP Chiranjilal Meena deployed nearly 20 teams to raid locations in Jhalawar Jhalrapatan Sarola and KotaDuring searches police recovered a police uniform and shoes wooden pipes a typed rape complaint passbooks and cheque books forged vehicle documents property papers and fake number platesHemrajs Swift Dzire car and his house in Dadiya yielded crucial evidence linking the gang to multiple frauds and blackmail attemptsThe gang was involved in insurance fraud in which vehicles were deliberately dismantled after being financed followed by false theft cases to claim insuranceSimilarly the gang engaged in crimes like honeytraps and blackmail cases in which female members were used to trap influential individuals Victims were threatened with fake rape complaints and police uniformsThe other crimes of the gang were forging documents illegal sale of vehicles and smuggling drugs and weapons The arrested include gang leader Hemraj Suman 44 along with Murari Lal Suman Sitaram Meena Seema Meena Riyaz Pathan Sohail Khan alias Ghasit Mohammad Farooq Khan alias Monu Yogendra Singh Lekhraj Bhil Purushottam Mali Aman Tosif and Kalu alias Kamal MeenaPolice estimate that over 2025 criminals from Rajasthan Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh are linked to the gang Dozens of serious criminal cases are already registered against Hemraj and his associatesInvestigations reveal that hundreds of tractors may have been destroyed in Jhalawar Baran and other regions as part of the fraud A Special Investigation Team SIT led by DySPs Harshraj Singh Khareda and Prem Kumar is probing further officials confirmed IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/rajasthan-hemraj-suman-gang-busted-13-arrested-including-one-woman-640973.html Tue, 30 Sep 2025 19:20:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/durga-puja-sourav-ganguly-offers-prayers-along-with-his-family-640976.html Kolkata Sep 30 On the occasion of Ashtami former Indian team captain and Cricket Association of Bengal CAB president Sourav Ganguly offered Anjali at the Durga Puja of Barisha Players Corner in the Behala area of south Kolkata He was accompanied by his wife Dona Ganguly This time Souravs puja is special as his daughter Sana has returned home on puja vacation The former Team India captain is spending time with his daughter during the PujaFollowing the Bengali tradition Ganguly was seen offering Anjali at the feet of Goddess Durga in white pyjamas and a kurta Standing with family and neighbours he paid homage on AshtamiSourav Ganguly stays in Kolkata every year during Durga Puja Every year Ganguly visits the Barisha Players Corner Puja pavilion which is in his neighbourhood in the Behala area Sourav also plays the dhak traditional Bengali drum during this Puja From the inauguration of the Puja to the evening of Saptami and the evening of Ashtami he is always present at the Puja pavilion like every other timeSourav Gangulys father the late Chandi Ganguly started this Durga Puja which is still being observed today under the supervision of the Ganguly family members and the neighbours This time their pavilion is decorated in the style of the old zamindar house The good times and traditions of the zamindar house of the erstwhile era have been highlighted in the mandap decorationSpeaking to media persons Dona Ganguly said Wishing everyone a happy Mahashtami Every year I come here with Sourav to offer Anjali Sana is in Kolkata this time She comes here for pujas from time to time May everyone have a very good puja this year IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/durga-puja-sourav-ganguly-offers-prayers-along-with-his-family-640976.html Tue, 30 Sep 2025 19:21:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/punjab-cm-to-inaugurate-animal-feed-factory-at-rajpura--640979.html Chandigarh Sep 30 Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann will inaugurate the animal feed factory set up by De Heus Animal Nutrition India a fullyowned subsidiary of the Netherlandsbased Royal De Heus at Rajpura on WednesdaynbspMarisa Gerards Ambassador of the Kingdom of the Netherlands to India Nepal and Bhutan will also be present in the inaugural ceremony according to a statementnbspCompany officials on Tuesday said that built at a cost of Rs 150 crore the Rajpura plant is among the largest and most advanced facilities of its kind in IndiaThe factory has an installed capacity of 18 lakh metric tons MT of animal feed expandable to 24 lakh MT It features two dedicated production lines one for cattle and buffalo feed and another for poultry and pig feednbspEquipped with European technology and automated processes the plant will manufacture a comprehensive range of products including compound feed premixes concentrates and speciality feedsnbspAccording to the officials De Heus animal feed products come with nutrition essential for the growth and production of animals supporting their optimal developmentThis helps keep the animals healthy with improved reproductive cycles and consistent production enabling farmers to increase farm incomes and profitabilitynbspThe Rajpura facility is expected to generate over 300 direct jobs and create opportunities for hundreds of local suppliers and channel partners With raw materials sourced domestically the factory will also stimulate regional agribusinessesRoyal De Heus is a familyowned enterprise now in its fourth generation It emphasises close partnerships with farmers and channel partnersnbspIn India the company complements its products with farmer extension services onfarm training and access to global nutritional expertise reinforcing its commitment to sustainable progress in local communities Co De Heus Chairman of the Board of Royal De Heus said in the statementnbspnbspThe company assures support in rehabilitation efforts and reaffirms its longterm commitment to stand by Punjab in both progress and times of need https://dailyworld.in/national/punjab-cm-to-inaugurate-animal-feed-factory-at-rajpura--640979.html Tue, 30 Sep 2025 19:53:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/delhi-govt-announces-one-day-mourning-over-vk-malhotras-demise-640984.html New Delhi Sep 30 The Delhi government has declared a day of state mourning on Wednesday following the demise of BJP leader and Delhis first Chief Executive Councillor Vijay Kumar Malhotra an official said Chief Minister Rekha Gupta expressed sorrow over his demise calling it an immense and irreplaceable lossCM Gupta said that the state government would ensure that his last rites are conducted with full honours an official statement saidToday the Chief Minister visited his residence to pay respects to Professor Malhotra who was the first President of Delhi BJP and reiterated that his passing away is an immense and irreplaceable lossShe said that Professor Malhotra who also served as a Member of Parliament and a legislator in Delhi was a frontline warrior of the Bharatiya Jana Sangh and the BJPHe not only shaped Delhis politics but also set new standards of public service earning respect as a true servant of the people she saidAs the first President of Delhi BJP he strengthened the partys foundations and guided countless workers with his example of service discipline and dedication she saidThe Chief Minister said Professor Malhotras life exemplified patriotism organisational skill and simplicity He was a guiding figure for party workers and his selfless dedication will continue to inspire everyoneThe Chief Minister added that his passing leaves a deep void not just for the BJP family but also in the social and political life of DelhiProfessor Malhotra passed away around 6 AM at AIIMS Hospital on Wednesday The 94yearold BJP leader had been undergoing treatment for agerelated ailments at AIIMS for some timeFollowing the news of his passing away President Droupadi Murmu Vice President CP Radhakrishnan Prime Minister Narendra Modi Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla and former President Ram Nath Kovind visited his residence to pay floral tributes and offer condolences to the family IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/delhi-govt-announces-one-day-mourning-over-vk-malhotras-demise-640984.html Tue, 30 Sep 2025 20:17:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/govt-plans-to-extend-aid-to-flood-affected-farmers-before-diwali-maha-minister-640988.html Mumbai Sep 30 Maharashtra Agriculture Minister Dattatray Bharane on Tuesday said that nearly 125 to 150 crore acres of agricultural land in the state have been affected due to heavy rains and floods He announced that the state government would extend support to farmers before Diwali As per the primary estimate nearly 125 to 150 crore acres of agricultural land are affected Out of it nearly one crore acres of land were damaged in September alone The issue of farmers is genuine and we will try to provide additional help Bharane told reporters hereHow to help farmers is our priority The current assistance is insufficient he addedHe further stated We will also try to provide all the concessions to the farmers that are applicable during the scarcity situation in the stateLarge parts of central Maharashtra have witnessed heavy downpours since the beginning of the monsoon season leading to widespread crop losses The kharif season in particular has seen significant damage to soybean and cotton plantations he saidMeanwhile an officer from the revenue department said that the damage assessment was still in progress Some areas are still inaccessible Officials have been asked to visit the affected areas physically so that no farmer is left out However primary estimates indicate that nearly 40 per cent of the total area under cultivation is completely damaged he addedAccording to the officer the reports of assessment are expected to be completed by October 5Speaking separately to reporters in Nagpur Maharashtra Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule said the government was working to finalise relief measures By October 5 all the damage assessment reports will be completed Based on that report Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde and Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar will sit together and hold a meeting regarding financial assistance and other measures for rain and floodhit farmers he saidBawankule assured that the governments priority was to support the affected farming community The Maharashtra government may delay a couple of its projects but it will prioritise farmers when it comes to facilitation and providing assistance he said He further added The government will try to assist the norms of the NDRF IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/govt-plans-to-extend-aid-to-flood-affected-farmers-before-diwali-maha-minister-640988.html Tue, 30 Sep 2025 20:21:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/gangsters-must-be-dealt-with-iron-hands-says-punjab-dgp-640989.html Chandigarh Sep 30 Punjab Director General of Police DGP Gaurav Yadav on Tuesday said a free hand has been given to all officers to deal with gangsters and antisocial elements Accountability of every officer from the rank of a constable to the SSP Senior Superintendent of Police will be fixed and no laxity will be tolerated on the gangster and drug fronts he warnedThe DGP was chairing a statelevel law and order virtual meeting of all senior officers up to the rank of Station House Officers to devise a comprehensive action plan in the runup to the festive season The DGP directed them to remain fully alert and committed to ensuring peace harmony and the safety of all citizensAdditional Director General of Police AntiGangster Task Force AGTF Promod Ban and ADGP Counter Intelligence Amit Prasad were among the other senior officers who attended the meetingOn the drug front the DGP praised the force for the appreciable work done under the Yudh Nashian Virudh antidrugs campaign which has resulted in an impressive 87 per cent conviction rate in NDPS cases He stressed the need for professional investigation to establish linkages to identify the source of consignments and reach the big fish He directed that the seized mobile phones of notorious suppliers should be sent for forensic analysis to expose the chain and make further arrestsThe DGP also asked officials to make the maximum use of Section 64A of the NDPS Act which provides an opportunity to a drug consumer caught with a few grams of heroin or narcotic powder for rehabilitation He also appreciated the work on the Safe Punjab antidrugs Chatbot which has witnessed a 3335 per cent first information report FIR conversion rate and exhorted officers to take public inputs received on it seriously and develop themTo tackle the critical issue of staff shortage the DGP said the government has created 1600 posts comprising 150 Inspectors 450 SubInspectors and 1000 Assistant SubInspectors to be filled through promotionsReviewing the organised crime scenario DGP Gaurav Yadav asked police officials to identify associates of gangsters and put them behind bars You have full protection and support from the department Deal with the gangsters fearlessly he said IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/gangsters-must-be-dealt-with-iron-hands-says-punjab-dgp-640989.html Tue, 30 Sep 2025 20:21:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/bjp-govt-committed-to-upliftment-of-women-and-poor-rajasthan-cm-640990.html Jaipur Sep 30 Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma said that the state government is committed to the upliftment of villages farmers women and the poor Speaking at the foundation stone laying and inauguration ceremony of development projects under Seva Pakhwada in Jaitaran Beawar he described the fortnightlong campaign as a powerful medium to ensure good governance access to public facilities and holistic development for all citizensThe Chief Minister highlighted that Seva Pakhwada conducted since September 17 on the occasion of Prime Minister Narendra Modis birthday reflects the vision of Sabka Saath Sabka Vikas Sabka Vishwas Sabka Prayas Rural and urban Seva Camps have been organised statewide to ensure the benefits of government schemes reach the most vulnerable sections of society In rural camps citizens are assisted with land registration lease Girdawari Qurejat name transfers certificates and connection to welfare schemes Urban camps focus on road and drainage repairs beautification trade licenses building approvals tax payments and EWS certificates he said So far 4121 rural camps have helped complete approximately 53000 name transfers and 54000 corrections distributed over 82000 crop insurance policies under the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana and resolved more than 78000 pending NFSA cases Over 64000 Swamitva leases and 85000 Mangala Pashu Bima Yojana animal insurances have also been issued Urban camps have delivered 8000 leases and 42000 certificates He added that the government has achieved historic milestones in energy infrastructure and employmentFarmers in 22 districts now receive electricity during the day Projects like the Ramjal Setu Link Project Yamuna Water Agreement and energy initiativesincluding the Banswara nuclear plantare transforming Rajasthans growth landscape So far 91000 youth have been employed in government jobs with 154000 posts in process while private sector opportunities are growing through investment projects worth Rs 4 lakh croreHighlighting social initiatives under PM Modi Sharma praised campaigns like Swachh Bharat Beti Bachao Beti Padhao and environmental awareness efforts noting that Rajasthan has planted 19 crore trees in two years as part of a 50crore treeplanting target Concluding his address the Chief Minister emphasised Jaitarans historic and cultural heritage and reaffirmed the governments commitment to inclusive development and public service unveiling projects worth Rs 362 crore for the region IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/bjp-govt-committed-to-upliftment-of-women-and-poor-rajasthan-cm-640990.html Tue, 30 Sep 2025 20:22:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/over-1131-lakh-health-camps-organised-under-swasth-nari-sashakt-nari-abhiyaan-govt-640991.html New Delhi Sep 30 Over 1131 lakh health camps screening and speciality camps have been held under the Swasth Nari Sashakt Parivar Abhiyaan launched recently by Prime Minister Narendra Modi the Union government said on Tuesday The camps screened more than 651 crore citizens nationwide for noncommunicable diseases such as hypertension 144 crore citizens diabetes 141 croreThe Swasth Nari Sashakt Parivar Abhiyaan marks the largest ever health outreach for women and children in India said the Ministry of Health and Family WelfareMore than 31 lakh women screened for breast cancer and over 16 lakhs for cervical cancer while oral cancer screening covered almost 58 lakh peopleMore than 5443 lakh antenatal checkups have also been conducted and almost 128 crore children received lifesaving vaccines the Ministry saidThe health camps also addressed anaemia and nutrition with more than 93 lakhs screened for anaemia and nutrition counselling sessions reaching lakhs of familiesFurther over 71 lakh citizens were screened for tuberculosis and 79 lakh for Sickle Cell Disease The camps also registered more than 344 lakh blood donors and issued more than 13 lakh new AyushmanPMJAY cardsThe health camps have hosted thousands of specialty camps providing advanced screening diagnostics counselling and treatment services to beneficiaries thereby complementing the efforts of state governments and communitylevel health workersCentral government institutes medical colleges and private organizations have cumulatively organised 20269 screening and specialty health camps benefiting more than 29 lakh citizensThe initiative which began on September 17 will continue till October 2 at Ayushman Arogya Mandirs Community Health Centres CHCs District Hospitals and other government health facilities across the country to provide womencentric preventive promotive and curative health services at the community level IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/over-1131-lakh-health-camps-organised-under-swasth-nari-sashakt-nari-abhiyaan-govt-640991.html Tue, 30 Sep 2025 20:22:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/victim-families-are-inconsolable-venugopal-on-karur-stampede--640992.html Chennai Sep 30 Congress general secretary organisation K C Venugopal on Tuesday visited Karur to console the bereaved families of those killed in the stampede at actorturnedpolitician Vijays rally The families who have lost their loved ones are inconsolable The whole of Tamil Nadu and India are in pain We are here to tell the victims they are not alone the whole country stands with them he saidThe September 27 Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam TVK public meeting at Velusamypuram turned into one of the deadliest political gatherings in recent Tamil Nadu historyFortyone people including women and children were killed and more than 60 were injured when panic and overcrowding erupted as thousands struggled for space to see VijayThe surging crowd led to chaos and many were trampled Venugopal accompanied by AICC Tamil Nadu incharge Girish Chodankar TNCC president K Selvaperunthagai CLP leader Rajesh Kumar Karur MP Jothimani Sennimalai and other senior Congress leaders said the tragedy was beyond imagination and emphasised that the party stood firmly with the victimsChief Minister M K Stalin who reached Karur within hours of the incident expressed deep grief and ordered immediate relief of Rs 10 lakh each to the families of the deceased and free treatment for the injuredHe also set up a oneman judicial commission under retired judge Arun Jagadeesan to investigate the lapses that led to the tragedyStalin later said We will ensure such a horrific event never repeatsOpposition leader and AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami called the incident heartwrenching and criticised the government for failing to enforce adequate crowd controlHe demanded a fair and swift probe and better safety arrangements for future political gatheringsFrom the BJPled NDA MP and actor Hema Malini visited Karur with a team of MPs including Anurag Thakur and Rekha Sharma She said the visit was to share the grief and understand what went wrongIf a larger and safer venue had been provided this could have been avoided she remarked TVK founder Vijay visibly shaken released a video message saying he has never faced such pain in his lifeI didnt visit Karur immediately as my presence might create an unusual situation I will meet the families soon he said adding that he was ready to face any action and wanted the truth to come outThe Karur stampede has triggered urgent calls across the political spectrum for stricter safety norms and better coordination between organisers and authorities to prevent another such disaster IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/victim-families-are-inconsolable-venugopal-on-karur-stampede--640992.html Tue, 30 Sep 2025 20:23:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/ed-attaches-properties-in-bengal-in-gst-fraud-case-640993.html Kolkata Sep 30 The Ranchi wing of Enforcement Directorate ED said on Tuesday that their officials have attached 10 immovable properties worth Rs 1541 crore in Kolkata and Howrah in West Bengal in connection with a largescale goods and services tax GST input tax credit ITC fraud syndicate According to a press statement issued by ED the properties attached by its officials in West Bengal belong to Amit Gupta one of the principal masterminds of the syndicate and its aidesThe attachments were made under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act PMLA 2002The total attachment in this case so far stands at nearly Rs 2070 crore the ED saidThe ED officials started the investigation into the matter following a complaint filed by the Jamshedpur unit of the Director General of GST Intelligence in JharkhandUpon investigation the investigating officials of ED found that the forgery was conducted through floating of multiple shell companies not only in Jharkhand but in the two other eastern Indian states of West Bengal and OdishaThe ED probe said that the forgery process bogus GST invoices with ITC worth around Rs 794 crore were issued in cases where in reality no supply of goods were madeWhile this was the first step of the forgery the second step was in the selling of that forged ITC against hefty commissions to certain entities who were the endusers in this chainAccording to EDs findings the fraudsters earned a total commission of around Rs 67 crore through this forgeryThe Director General of GST Intelligence initiated the initial investigation which prompted the principal mastermind Amit Gupta to convert the commissions earned into assets purchased in the names of his close relatives and associates many of which were attached by the investigating officials of the ED on MondayBesides Gupta ED officials also arrested three others namely Sumit Gupta Amit Agarwal and SK DeoraAll of them are in judicial custody nowThe investigation has established that the syndicate earned a commission of nearly Rs 67 crore from this criminal activity which constitutes the proceeds of crimeAmit Gupta acting as the primary financial manager played a crucial role in laundering this illicit income by acquiring numerous immovable propertiesThe investigation also revealed a deliberate attempt by Amit Gupta to conceal these assets by transferring them to relatives and associates after the Director General of GST Intelligence initiated its investigationThe ED has already filed a prosecution complaint against the accused before the Special PMLA Court in Ranchi which has taken cognisance of the offenceAdditionally a previous provisional attachment order was issued on July 3 2025 attaching properties worth Rs 529 crore belonging to the syndicate head SK DeoraThe present attachment of properties worth Rs 1541 crore is in continuation of the ongoing efforts to trace and attach the proceeds of crimeFurther investigation is underway IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/ed-attaches-properties-in-bengal-in-gst-fraud-case-640993.html Tue, 30 Sep 2025 20:26:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/manipur-pays-glowing-tributes-to-freedom-fighter-hijam-irawat-on-his-birth-anniversary-640994.html Imphal Sep 30 Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla former Chief Minister N Biren Singh and a host of political leaders on Tuesday paid rich tributes to Jana Neta Hijam Irawat on his 129th birth anniversary A state function was held on Tuesday at Irawat Square Thangmeiband in Imphal West District A Raj Bhavan statement said that Jana Neta Hijam Irawat Irabot 18961951 widely revered as Lamyanba was a prominent social reformer political leader and freedom fighter of ManipurHe championed the cause of the poor peasants and workers striving for equality and social justice throughout his life His relentless efforts in promoting education uplifting the downtrodden and his revolutionary zeal for progress and prosperity of the state remain a lasting legacy the statement saidThe Governor on the occasion paid floral tributes at the statue of Jana Neta Hijam Irawat Former Chief Minister N Biren Singh Congresss Lok Sabha Member from Inner Manipur parliamentary constituency Angomcha Bimol Akoijam along with leaders of various political parties MLAs and other dignitaries paid their heartfelt respects to the leaderFormer CM Singh in a post on his X handle said Had the honour of joining the people of Manipur in observing Jana Neta Hijam Irawat Day a moment to reflect on the enduring legacy of one of our most courageous and progressive leadersThe struggle he waged was not just of his time it is a continuing call to action for us all Let us draw inspiration from his vision to build a Manipur that is inclusive equitable and united in purpose Hijam Irawats life reminds us that transformative change is possible when one stands firm on the side of the people Singh addedManipur Chief Secretary Puneet Kumar Goel CommissionercumSecretary Home N Ashok Kumar Additional Chief Secretary Tribal Affairs amp Hills Commissioners senior officers and other distinguished guests also attended the observance and joined in paying homage to the great leader on his birth anniversaryThe 129th Birth Anniversary of Jananeta Hijam Irabot was also separately observed on Tuesday in Imphal organised by the Congress and other opposition partiesAddressing the gathering Manipur state Congress President Keisham Meghachandra Singh highlighted the life struggles and enduring relevance of Irabots ideas in contemporary ManipurThe Congress leader recalled Irabots fight against feudalism caste and ethnic discrimination and exploitation of the poor emphasising the continuing need for equality and social justice He noted the freedom fighters work in mobilising peasants farmers and workers for fair wages and land reforms drawing parallels with the presentday economic hardships faced by small traders and labourersSingh also an MLA underscored Irabots vision of unity across caste class and ethnic lines his democratic spirit and the importance of inspiring youth through education and social engagement IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/manipur-pays-glowing-tributes-to-freedom-fighter-hijam-irawat-on-his-birth-anniversary-640994.html Tue, 30 Sep 2025 20:27:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/andhra-pradesh-cm-seeks-central-funds-under-purvodaya-scheme-640995.html Amaravati Sep 30 Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Tuesday requested the Centre to extend financial support to the state under the Purvodaya scheme announced for the holistic development of eastern states According to the Chief Ministers Office CMO he submitted a detailed representation to Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman requesting the Union government to extend financial support under PurvodayaThe Chief Minister highlighted that the Purvodaya scheme initiated by the Centre for the holistic development of eastern states has already identified Bihar Jharkhand West Bengal Odisha and Andhra Pradesh as key beneficiariesThe scheme primarily aims to unlock the economic potential of eastern regions by promoting agriculture industry and infrastructure growth thereby bridging regional disparities and boosting inclusive developmentStressing the need for balanced growth CM Naidu said that the state government has prepared comprehensive plans to utilise the schemes funds effectively for regional progressOutlining his vision the CM informed FM Sitharaman that the state government aims to promote horticulture in Rayalaseema expand coffee plantations cashew and coconut farms in north Andhra and strengthen aquaculture activities in coastal AndhraHe asserted that targeted funding for these projects under Purvodaya would not only improve productivity but also generate employment and enhance income levels in rural areasNaidu specifically underlined that the schemes implementation would play a transformative role in uplifting backward regions such as North Andhra and Rayalaseema which have historically lagged in terms of industrial and economic developmentThe Chief Minister who arrived in the national capital on Tuesday will participate in the CIIs curtainraiser partnership summit where he is expected to outline investment opportunities in the state and invite investors to participate in the CII Partnership Summit scheduled to be held at Visakhapatnam on November 14 and 15The state government is conducting road shows in various countries to invite industrialists to the Partnership SummitNaidu will also meet Union Home Minister Amit ShahAfter the night halt in Delhi he will proceed to Visakhapatnam on October 1 and from there visit Datti village in the Vizianagaram district to participate in the pedala sevalo NTR Bharosa pension distribution programme IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/andhra-pradesh-cm-seeks-central-funds-under-purvodaya-scheme-640995.html Tue, 30 Sep 2025 20:28:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/chhattisgarh-govt-clears-key-welfare-recruitment-measures-640996.html Raipur Sep 30 The Chhattisgarh government has decided to invite proposals from banks and financial institutions for providing shortterm loans against salaries to government employees This initiative seeks to address the emergency financial needs of state servants The Finance Department has been authorised to take further action and finalise the Memorandum of Understanding MoU with eligible institutions In a Cabinet meeting held on Tuesday at Mahanadi Bhawan Mantralaya Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai presided over a series of impactful decisions aimed at strengthening financial support and inclusive governance across Chhattisgarh In a landmark move for disability welfare the Cabinet approved the refund of Rs 2450 crore to the National Handicapped Finance and Development Corporation NHFDC This amount represents outstanding loans disbursed to persons with disabilities for selfemployment and education at a concessional interest rate of 3 per cent The decision underscores the governments commitment to empowering differentlyabled citizens Further the Cabinet granted a onetime relaxation in the School Education Departments Recruitment and Promotion Rules 2019 to facilitate direct recruitment of 100 Special educators The state finance department has already sanctioned hiring while the selection will be on merit bypassing the usual written test This move is expected to expedite the inclusion of qualified educators in the states academic framework especially for children with special needs This decision is expected to accelerate the integration of qualified educators into the states academic framework especially for children with special needs The meeting also marked a ceremonial transition in the states top bureaucracy Chief Secretary Amitabh Jain a 1989 batch IAS officer was bid farewell upon his retirement The Council extended a warm welcome to Vikas Sheel a 1994 batch IAS officer who has been appointed as the new Chief Secretary The Cabinets emphasis on financial accessibility educational support for vulnerable groups and streamlined recruitment processes signals a forwardlooking governance model for Chhattisgarh IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/chhattisgarh-govt-clears-key-welfare-recruitment-measures-640996.html Tue, 30 Sep 2025 21:26:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/union-minister-joshi-criticises-ktaka-govt-for-bus-fare-price-hike-640997.html BengaluruNew Delhi Sep 30 Union Minister for Food Public Distribution and Consumer Affairs Pralhad Joshi on Tuesday accused the Chief Minister Siddaramaiahled Karnataka government of resorting to daylight robbery Speaking to the media in New Delhi on Tuesday Union Minister Joshi stated This is the peak of misgovernance The common people who believed in the governments promises and voted it to power are now trapped in financial hardshipUnion Minister Joshi said that while Prime Minister Narendra Modi has taken steps to reduce the Goods and Services Tax GST and bring down the prices of various commodities the Karnataka government was doing the opposite by continuously increasing pricesPrime Minister Narendra Modi reduced GST to support the economic uplift of ordinary citizens As a result essential goods are now available at affordable prices But here in Karnataka the Congress government is pushing people to the streets through relentless price hikes Joshi assertedJoshi further strongly criticised the government in Karnataka stating that by increasing bus fares during the Dussehra festival it has effectively imposed a Mahishasura Tax on travellers commuting between Bengaluru and the historical city of Mysuru where the Dussehra festival is traditionally celebrated on a grand scale by the state governmentUnion Minister Joshi alleged that by hiking fares for the BengaluruMysuru route the government has turned into a Mahishasura for the people of the state According to mythology Mahishasura was a demon king who was killed by goddess ChamundeshwariUnion Minister Joshi further slammed the state government stating Already prices of over 48 essential items have been increased Now even before Dussehra begins the government has hiked the bus fare on this key route by Rs 2030 burdening the common manEarlier defending the fare hike the transport department clarified that this special fare collection has been in practice for the last 20 years during Dussehra and other holidays and the increase was only on the BengaluruMysuru route because special services operate on oneway traffic and often return with empty or nearempty busesIt added that operating costs for special services remain high due to vehicles being deployed from other divisions It said this hike helps cover the additional operational costs and ensures smooth management of festival traffic IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/union-minister-joshi-criticises-ktaka-govt-for-bus-fare-price-hike-640997.html Tue, 30 Sep 2025 21:26:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/drug-menace-will-be-dealt-with-iron-hand-says-new-hyderabad-police-commissioner-640998.html Hyderabad Sep 30 Hyderabads new Police Commissioner V C Sajjanar on Tuesday asserted that the police would deal with the menace of drugs with an iron hand Addressing a press conference after assuming office he said drugs were the biggest problem faced by Hyderabad which is the fastestgrowing city in the countryAs the drug menace is destroying the future of youth the police will deal with it firmly he saidPast drugrelated cases will be reviewed thoroughly tracing back to the root networks and legal action will be taken against all those involvedSajjanar said the HyderabadNarcotics Enforcement Wing HNEW team would be further strengthened and awareness campaigns like Say No to Drugs would be intensified across the cityExpressing concern over cybercrimes particularly those targeting senior citizens he highlighted scams such as digital arrest and stock market frauds To counter these threats awareness programmes will be organised in colonies apartments and bastisHe declared that People Welfare Policing will be the top priority He believes that this new approach would go a long way in ensuring the safety and wellbeing of Hyderabad citizens The focus areas will include maintenance of law and order traffic and road safety protection of women and children adoption of AIbased technology prevention of cyber and financial crimes 247 citizen services and welfare of police personnelThe Police Commissioner also termed food adulteration as a serious health hazard assuring strict legal action against those involved in such activitiesHe also noted that traffic problems in the city are becoming more complex with the increasing number of vehicles With GST reduction the number of vehicles has increased We will set longterm goals to resolve traffic issues and save citizens valuable time on the roads Special attention will be paid to drunkanddrive cases Those driving under the influence of alcohol are like moving suicide bombs on our roads Such acts will not be tolerated he saidSajjanar stated that crimes against women and children will be dealt with most sternlyHe also underlined Hyderabads unique identity as a city of communal harmony Hyderabad is synonymous with peace and communal amity This historic city is known for its unity in diversity We will continue to strengthen the GangaJamuni Tehzeeb culture of togethernessHighlighting the importance of police welfare he said the department gives the highest priority to the wellbeing of hardworking Hyderabad police personnel Officers and staff who deliver exceptional services will be duly recognised and rewarded IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/drug-menace-will-be-dealt-with-iron-hand-says-new-hyderabad-police-commissioner-640998.html Tue, 30 Sep 2025 21:28:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/ips-officer-praveer-ranjan-assumes-charge-as-cisf-dg-641001.html New Delhi Sep 30 Indian Police Service IPS officer Praveer Ranjan assumed charge as Director General of Central Industrial Security Force CISF on Tuesday an official said In his address the new DG underlined his commitment to prepare the force for future challenges through modernisation in operations welfare with compassion and transparency in administrationDuring an inhouse ceremony at CISF lawns he was accorded a ceremonial Guard of Honour at CISF Headquarters and later the DG interacted with senior officers of the force the official said in a statementAn officer of the 1993 batch of the IPS from the AGMUT Cadre Ranjan has been on Central deputation since April 2024Recipient of the Presidents Police Medal for Distinguished Service 2016 and the Presidents Police Medal for Meritorious Service 2009 he is the 32nd Director General of CISFPrior to his appointment as Director General CISF he served as Special Director General heading the sensitive airport security sector of the force said CISFs CPRO Ajay Dahiya in the statementIn a distinguished career spanning 32 years Ranjan has held several key positions including Special CPCrime and EOW Delhi Police DIG CBI and Director General of Police Chandigarh before joining CISF as ADG on Central DeputationRanjan holds a Postgraduate degree in History from Delhi University a Masters in Police Management from Osmania University a Masters in Public Management from the National University of Singapore and Harvard University and an LLM from the National Law University New DelhiEstablished in 1969 under the Central Industrial Security Force Act 1968 50 of 1968 with just 3129 personnel today the CISF has grown into a 161 lakhplus strong Central Armed Police Force with a vibrant and dynamic workforce of professionals dedicated to the nationThere are 358 units of CISF providing protection and security to critical assets of the country including 69 airports It also has 76 other formations including 12 reserve battalions and eight training institutes IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/ips-officer-praveer-ranjan-assumes-charge-as-cisf-dg-641001.html Tue, 30 Sep 2025 21:30:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/avinash-kumar-appointed-new-chief-secretary-of-jharkhand-641002.html Ranchi Sep 30 Senior IAS officer Avinash Kumar has been appointed the new Chief Secretary of Jharkhand succeeding Alka Tiwari whose tenure ended on Tuesday The state government issued a formal notification on Tuesday evening through the Department of Personnel Administrative Reforms and Official Language announcing the appointment of the 1993 batch officer of the Jharkhand cadreAlong with the top bureaucratic post Avinash Kumar has also been entrusted with other responsibilitiesAccording to the notification he will also serve as Additional Chief Secretary to the Chief Minister and Chief Resident Commissioner of Jharkhand Bhavan New DelhiUntil now Avinash Kumar had been holding key positions including the Development Commissioner the Chairman and Managing Director of Jharkhand Energy Development Corporation Limited and the Managing Director of Jharkhand Bijli Vitran Nigam LimitedAvinash Kumar after assuming the charge as the new Chief Secretary met Chief Minister Hemant Soren here on Tuesday eveningAjay Kumar Singh a 1995batch IAS officer currently serving as Additional Chief Secretary of the Health Medical Education and Family Welfare Department has been given the additional charge of Development Commissioner until further orders as per the notificationAvinash Kumars appointment comes against the backdrop of seniority reshuffling in the state bureaucracy His predecessor Tiwari 1988 batch had taken charge as Chief Secretary on November 1 2024 and retired on TuesdayFollowing her retirement the top contender on the seniority list was Shailesh Kumar Singh 1991 batch But he is currently serving as Secretary in the Rural Development Ministry on Central deputationNext in line was Nidhi Khare 1992 batch who is also on Central deputation With both senior officers unavailable Avinash Kumar who was third in seniority emerged as the natural choiceOther senior officers including 1995batch IAS officers Ajay Kumar Singh Satyendra Singh and Nitin Madan Kulkarni were also considered strong contenders However the state government finally decided in favour of Avinash Kumar IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/avinash-kumar-appointed-new-chief-secretary-of-jharkhand-641002.html Tue, 30 Sep 2025 21:31:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/rajasthan-bomb-threat-at-jaipur-school-premises-evacuated-as-police-conduct-search-641003.html Jaipur Sep 30 A bomb threat at My Own School in Jaipurs Bhankrota region sent shockwaves through Jaipur on Tuesday prompting a swift response from the citys police The alert came in the form of a phone call to the Jaipur Police Commissionerate control room in which the caller claimed that a bomb had been planted at the school and could detonate at any momentFollowing the call senior officers and DCP West Hanuman Prasad Meena were immediately informed Bhankrota police station personnel were dispatched to the school and the premises were evacuated to ensure the safety of staff and students Fortunately the school was largely empty due to a holiday with only a few staff members present These remaining staff were also safely evacuated A thorough search of the school was conducted by the bomb squad AntiTerrorism Squad ATS and dog squad Authorities combed the school building classrooms and surrounding areas for any explosive devices or suspicious items The search revealed no explosives or hazardous materials and the school was declared safe Authorities have now launched an investigation to trace the caller using the phone number from which the threat was madePolice are examining call records and other evidence to identify and apprehend the person responsible Jaipur Police officials noted that threatening calls and emails targeting schools and institutions have been received multiple times in recent months though the perpetrators have not yet been caught These hoax threats not only cause alarm but also divert significant police resources from other critical duties DCP Meena urged the public to remain vigilant report any suspicious activity immediately and cooperate with law enforcement to maintain public safety He also assured parents and the community that the Jaipur Police are taking all necessary precautions to ensure the security of schools across the cityThis incident underscores the challenges posed by repeated false threats and the importance of preparedness and rapid response in protecting citizens and educational institutions IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/rajasthan-bomb-threat-at-jaipur-school-premises-evacuated-as-police-conduct-search-641003.html Tue, 30 Sep 2025 21:32:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/bombay-hc-directs-ncb-to-return-actress-rhea-chakrabortys-passport-641004.html New Delhi Sep 30 The Bombay High Court on Tuesday offered a big relief to actress Rhea Chakraborty by directing the NCB to return her passport that was seized in 2020 The passport was seized by the NCB in connection with a drugs case linked to the death of the late actor and Chakrabortys former partner Sushant Singh RajputSaying that there was no reason to doubt the actresss intentions a bench headed by Justice Neela Gokhale ordered the restoration of her passport with some conditionsThe court said she must attend every hearing unless exempted by the trial courtChakraborty was also directed to provide details of her travel schedule including flight and hotel details to the prosecution at least four days before flying out of the country the court saidWhile ordering restoration of her passport the HC said she must share her mobile number keep her phone active and inform the probe agencies immediately upon her returnThe actress was arrested on September 8 2020 by the Narcotics Control Bureau NCB in the drugs case associated with Rajputs death on June 14 2020 She was later granted bail on the condition of depositing her passport with the NCBShe recently filed a fresh plea through her lawyer Ayaz Khan requesting the release of her passport for pursuing professional work abroadThe actress claimed that due to the seizure of her passport she could not freely pursue professional assignments abroadHer counsel argued before the bench that the actress had followed all court instructions in the past and intends to continue doing so in futureThe HC accepted his plea and noted that the other accused in the case had also been granted similar relief earlierThe NCB opposed the plea arguing that being a celebrity she should not be given special treatment and warned that there was a risk of her abscondingThe probe agencys lawyer said there was a threat that the actress may never return to the country after her foreign trip IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/bombay-hc-directs-ncb-to-return-actress-rhea-chakrabortys-passport-641004.html Tue, 30 Sep 2025 21:34:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/maha-cabinet-approves-tax-hike-on-sale-of-electricity-to-fund-pm-kusum-scheme-641008.html Mumbai Sep 30 The Maharashtra Cabinet chaired by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Tuesday approved a hike of 990 paise per unit in the additional tax on sale of electricity Additional Time of SupplyServicing Equipment to be recovered from industrial and commercial consumers of the private electricity distribution companies and the staterun Mahavitaran The state Cabinet has cleared the increase in additional time of supplyservicing equipment to 2094 paise per unit from the present level of 1104 paise per unitThe mobilisation of money through the increase will be used to fund the Pradhan Mantri Kusum PhaseB YojanaThe government statement said that Pradhan Mantri Kusum GhatakB Yojana will enable farmers to irrigate during the day by providing sufficient electricity to agricultural pumps in the stateThe government proposes to install a total of 650 lakh solar agricultural pumps in the state under the Pradhan Mantri Kusum GhatakB Yojana the statement addedAs of now more than 423 lakh solar agricultural pumps have been installed in the stateThe state government needs funds worth Rs 359138 crore to complete installation of the remaining 227 lakh solar agricultural pumps by March 2026The state government expects mobilisation of Rs 147 crore per month and Rs 1764 crore annually following the rise in additional time of supplyservicing equipmentIn order to ensure the availability of necessary funds for the effective implementation of this scheme it has been decided to increase the rate of additional electricity sales tax on the units sold by the companiesAccording to the government statement the Pradhan Mantri Kusum GhatakB Yojana in Maharashtra is part of the national PMKUSUM scheme which aims to support farmers in installing standalone solar agriculture pumps to replace diesel pumps in offgrid areasUnder this scheme farmers receive financial support for pump installation with the state government providing a significant portion of the cost as a subsidy and loan making solar irrigation more accessible and promoting renewable energyUnder this scheme the Central government provides a 30 per cent subsidy on the benchmark cost of the pump and a loan of up to 30 per cent of the project cost is also availableFinancial support is given for pumps up to 75 horsepower though higher capacity pumps can be installed with the farmer covering the excess cost IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/maha-cabinet-approves-tax-hike-on-sale-of-electricity-to-fund-pm-kusum-scheme-641008.html Tue, 30 Sep 2025 22:37:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/drugs-valued-at-rs-11-crore-seized-in-assam-and-manipur-four-arrested-641009.html GuwahatiImphal Sep 30 Drugs valued at Rs 11 crore were seized by the security forces and four people were arrested in Assam and Manipur officials said on Tuesday Superintendent of Police of the Cachar district of Assam Numal Mahatta said that based on credible intelligence Assam police launched a special operation on Monday night against the illegal transportation of narcotic substances on the SilcharAizawl ByPass road under the jurisdiction of Silchar Police station in Cachar district He said that subsequently the police personnel intercepted a truck coming from the Mizoram capital Aizawl and during a search of the vehicle 30000 highly addictive methamphetamine tablets were recoveredThe drugs valued at about Rs 9 crores were contained in three black polythene wrapped packets and the narcotics were kept in the specially made secret chambers in the truck The vehicle used in the illegal transportation of narcotics has been seized The narcotic substances have been seized in the presence of independent witnesses the district police chief said adding that the examination carried out by the drug detection kit showed positive results for methamphetamine During preliminary investigation it has come to light that the illegal substance has been transported from the Mizoram capital Aizawl Further investigation into the case has been ongoing Mahatta said Another police official said that the drugs were smuggled from Myanmar and then ferried to Assam via Mizoram Myanmars Chin state is a hub for the smuggling of varied drugs exotic wildlife animals and many other contraband through six Mizoram districts Champhai Siaha Lawngtlai Hnahthial Saitual and Serchhip A variety of drugs especially highly addictive methamphetamine tablets heroin arms and ammunition explosives and different types of contraband including exotic animals are often illegally traded through six districts in Mizoram which shares a 210 km unfenced border with Myanmar In a separate incident security forces in Manipur have arrested two drug peddlers residents of Ngari Raidulomai Village in Senapati district from Kwakta Terakhongshangbi in Bishnupur district The drug peddlers were identified as TS Valleyrose 40 and T T Doveine Worthingla 37From their possession 11 soap cases containing heroin weighing approximately 161 grams worth Rs 183 crore two mobile phones and two Aadhaar cards were recovered In the third incident security forces arrested two passengers from Imphal Airport after detecting contraband ganja cannabis weighing approximately 21420 kgs inside their luggage bags The estimated value of the ganja is over Rs 20 lakh The two passengers were identified as Laishram Vikash Singh 20 and Ngangbam Nelson Meitei 19 both residents of Imphal West district IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/drugs-valued-at-rs-11-crore-seized-in-assam-and-manipur-four-arrested-641009.html Tue, 30 Sep 2025 22:37:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/climate-variability-reshaping-indian-sardines-dynamics-study-641011.html Kochi Sep 29 The boomandbust cycles of Indian Oil sardine a vital species for Keralas fisheries and Indias marine food basket are strongly tied to monsoon rainfall and oceanographic changes according to a new study by the ICARCentral Marine Fisheries Research Institute CMFRI The findings published in Current Science highlight how climate variability is reshaping sardine dynamics and call for the urgent adoption of dynamic forecasting and harvest rulesSardines often called the lifeline of Keralas fishing communities have shown dramatic fluctuations over the past decadeAfter a record catch of four lakh tonnes in 2012 landings plummeted to just 3500 tonnes in 2021In 2024 however Kerala witnessed an unusual surge of juvenile sardines averaging just 10 cm in sizeThis sudden influx led to ecological stress including mass beaching in districts such as Kozhikode and Thrissur and economic turmoil due to a collapse in market pricesThe CMFRI study which combined fisheries biology with oceanographic data from Kochi Vizhinjam and Kozhikode attributes the 2024 phenomenon to positive monsoon rainfall trendsEnhanced nutrientrich upwelling created favourable conditions for microplankton growth the key food source for sardine larvaeThis boosted larval survival rates and caused an unprecedented recruitment spikeHowever the abundance of young recruits soon created intense competition for food resulting in poorly nourished fish with lower weight gainThis situation led to severe market impacts including price crashes and suspension of juvenile fishing U Ganga Principal Scientist and lead author of the study saidThe researchers found that ecosystem productivity indicators particularly the microplankton component of chlorophylla played a more decisive role in sardine recruitment than the traditionally emphasised spawning stock biomass They also observed that marine heatwaves varying across ecoregions likely influenced sardine maturation and spawning patterns With climate change expected to intensify these fluctuations CMFRI scientists recommend the development of speciesspecific shortterm forecast models and adaptive local harvest controlsDynamic harvest strategies tailored to the highly environmentdriven sardine fishery are essential for sustaining livelihoods and ensuring food security Dr Ganga pointed outThe study underscores the need for climatesmart fishery management to protect one of Indias most crucial marine resources IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/climate-variability-reshaping-indian-sardines-dynamics-study-641011.html Tue, 30 Sep 2025 22:39:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/rs-18-crore-pending-pension-arrears-released-under-army-medical-services-campaign-641013.html New Delhi Sep 30 Pendingpension arrears totalling over Rs 18 crore were disbursed during a special campaign organised by the Director General Medical Services Army an official said on Tuesday Lt Gen Sadhna Saxena Nair Directorate General of Medical Service Army said Many veterans and their families had no idea they were owed arrears due to legacy system gaps We have reached out verified and ensured what is rightfully theirs has been returnedThe Medical Personnel Record Section Officers MPRSO undertook an initiative to resolve pension anomalies affecting veterans spouses and next of kin of officers from the Army Medical Corps Army Dental Corps and Military Nursing Services said the official in a statementAs part of this effort more than Rs 18 crore in pending pension arrears have been disbursed with a substantial increase in monthly pensions it saidThe initiative has addressed overdue cases related to Liberalised Family Pension LFP Special Family Pension SFP monetary rewards for Gallantry awards and One Rank One Pension OROP revisions Veterans widows and family members are encouraged to verify their status through the SPARSH portal or by contacting MPRSO via Defence Pension Liaison CentresThe focus was on the resolution of anomalies in pension classifications rates and categories especially for families entitled under LFP SFP and OROP the statement saidOver Rs 18 crore were disbursed to rightful beneficiaries with the Identification of Unaware Beneficiaries through a compassionate outreach campaign that identified and contacted veterans and families who were previously unaware of their dues it saidPersonalised Assistance Desks were set up at liaison cells of CDA Pune and CDA Allahabad so as to assist families with documentation and facilitate faster disbursementIn addition Digital Transparency was introduced for Realtime status updates and grievance redressal mechanismsEarlier under the governments flagship Swasth Naari Sashakt Parivar Abhiyaan the Armed Forces Medical Services AFMS conducted more than 60 health camps benefitting nearly 30000 women an official saidMedical camps were organised to extend specialist health checkups screening for noncommunicable diseases such as diabetes mellitus Hypertension Breast Cervical and Oral Cancers said the official in a statementA special emphasis was being laid down on Maternal and Child Health Care including Antenatal Care nutrition counselling and immunisation said the statementOther health initiatives during the campaign included awareness drives on menstrual hygiene sessions on adolescent health and Nutrition for school children in conjunction with various Service Headquarters and administrative authorities IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/rs-18-crore-pending-pension-arrears-released-under-army-medical-services-campaign-641013.html Tue, 30 Sep 2025 22:42:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/punjab-seeks-long-term-flood-rehabilitation-package-from-finance-commission-641014.html New Delhi Sep 30 Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Cheema on Tuesday called on 16th Finance Commission Chairman Arvind Panagariya to seek the longterm rehabilitation package citing the experience with devastating floods that caused an estimated damage of Rs 20000 crore particularly in border areas Cheema highlighted the strain placed on the states finances due to its unique status as a frontline border state natural calamities and the structural disadvantages arising from the shift to the Goods and Services Tax GST regimeHe initiated the discussion by addressing the immediate need to reform the State Disaster Response Fund SDRF norms He underscored that existing SDRF norms proved too restrictive and rigid severely constraining the states ability to provide timely and adequate reliefIt is imperative that these guidelines be comprehensively reviewed to incorporate flexibility and provisions for statespecific disasters he emphasisedFurthermore the Finance Minister stressed that the SDRF must be converted into a noninterestbearing reserve fund akin to the National Disaster Response Fund NDRF noting that the states fund currently holds a gigantic interest accumulation of Rs 7623 crore out of a total balance of Rs 12268 croreThe Finance Commission Chairman acknowledged the concern raised by Punjab and assured that it would be discussed with Commission members in a meetingReiterating the demands put forth by the state in the previous meeting with the 16th Finance Commission the Finance Minister also made an argument for dedicated financial support to states sharing a hostile borderHe said the heightened tensions with Pakistan particularly in the wake of Operation Sindhoor caused massive economic losses to the states border districts through repeated disruptions to daily life industrial activity and the movement of goodsPunjab continues to face unique security challenges including drone incursions crossborder smuggling and narcoterrorism which demand constant heavy investment in security and law enforcement Cheema was quoted as sayingHe apprised the Chairman that the state is investing heavily in infrastructure and police modernisation to create an effective second line of defence in support of the Border Security Force BSF He requested a dedicated border area package to strengthen police forces and law enforcement infrastructure for which the state has requested Rs 2982 crore in its memorandum to the commission He said this support is crucial for ensuring both national security and regional stabilityFinance Minister Cheema presented the states latest fiscal indicators noting a revenue deficit of Rs 23957 crore and a fiscal deficit of Rs 34201 crore in 202526 with the debttoGSDP ratio standing at 4450 per cent IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/punjab-seeks-long-term-flood-rehabilitation-package-from-finance-commission-641014.html Tue, 30 Sep 2025 22:43:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/mp-sanskriti-jain-appointed-bhopal-municipal-corporation-commissioner-in-ias-reshuffle-641019.html Bhopal Sep 30 In a sweeping administrative reshuffle the Madhya Pradesh government has transferred 24 IAS officers across various districts and departments Among the key appointments Sanskriti Jain 2015 Collector of Seoni has been appointed Commissioner of Bhopal Municipal Corporation with additional charge as Additional Managing Director of MP Metro Rail Corporation Suresh Kumar 2010 previously Collector of Panna has been appointed Divisional CommissionercumDeputy Commissioner of Chambal Division in MorenaSheelendra Singh 2010 serving as Collector of Chhindwara has been moved to the Urban Development and Housing Department as Additional SecretaryNeha Marvya Singh 2011 who was Collector of Dindori now takes charge as Director of Denotified Nomadic and SemiNomadic Tribes in BhopalSanjeev Srivastava 2011 formerly Collector of Bhind has been posted as Additional Secretary in the Public Works Department while Rajesh Batham 2012 from Ratlam district assumes his new role in the Forest DepartmentRajni Singh 2013 who was Deputy Commissioner of Labour in Indore has been appointed as Collector of Narsinghpur district Neeraj Kumar Vashistha 2013 previously Director of Denotified Tribes has now been appointed as Collector of Pandhurna districtSheetala Patle 2014 who was Collector of Narsinghpur has been transferred to Seoni and Ankit Asthana 2014 the outgoing Collector of Morena has been appointed Deputy Secretary in the Industrial Policy and Investment Promotion Department with additional charge as Managing Director of MP Industrial Development CorporationLokesh Kumar Jangid 2014 replaces Asthana in Morena while Chandrashekhar Shukla 2014 moves from Singrauli to the Revenue Department Abhay Arvind Bedekar 2014 who held the post of Collector in Alirajpur has been appointed Additional Managing Director of the MP Tourism BoardAjay Dev Sharma 2014 Collector of Pandhurna has now been transferred to the Revenue Department with additional charge as Additional Commissioner for Land Resource ManagementNeetu Mathur 2014 previously Additional Commissioner in Rewa Division takes over as Collector of AlirajpurAnju Pawan Bhadauria 2014 CEO of Raisen has been posted as Collector of Dindori and Jamuna Bhide 2014 Secretary of the Tribal Cell at Raj Bhavan is now Collector of Niwari districtBidisha Mukherjee 2015 who was Additional Managing Director of the MP Tourism Board has been transferred to the Public Health Engineering Department as Deputy SecretaryKirori Lal Meena 2016 Additional Commissioner in the Urban Administration Department Bhopal becomes Collector of BhindGaurav Banal 2016 Additional Collector of Indore takes charge as Collector of Singrauli while Harendra Narayan 2016 Commissioner of Bhopal Municipal Corporation moves to Chhindwara as CollectorMisha Singh 2016 Additional Collector of Jabalpur has now been posted as Collector of RatlamAdditionally Tanvi Hooda 2014 Additional Commissioner in the Commercial Tax Department Indore has been given additional charge as Labour Commissioner Indore IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/mp-sanskriti-jain-appointed-bhopal-municipal-corporation-commissioner-in-ias-reshuffle-641019.html Tue, 30 Sep 2025 22:48:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/four-andhra-fishermen-released-from-sri-lankan-jail-return-home-641022.html Amaravati Sep 30 Four fishermen from Andhra Pradesh who were jailed in Sri Lanka for 52 days after drifting to the island nation due to a navigation error returned home on Tuesday K Srinu Venkateswar Karri Nookaraj Borriya Chanda Nageswara Rao and Brahmanandam reached Kakinada by boat Kakinada MP Uday Srinivas and local MLA Kondababu received themHappy on returning home after nearly two months the fishermen thanked the TDPled coalition government for its efforts for their releaseThe boat carrying the fishermen sailed from the Sri Lankan shore for Kakinada on September 27The fishermen had gone to Nagapattinam to purchase a secondhand fishing trawler but while returning home they drifted into Sri Lankan waters due to a GPS errorThe Sri Lankan Navy arrested the fishermen on August 4 on charges of illegally entering their waters and since then they had been lodged in the Jaffna JailA civil court in Jafna on September 12 had ordered the release of Andhra fishermenFollowing the initiative taken by Minister for Agriculture and Fisheries K Atchannaidu and Kakinada MP officials of AP Bhavan in Delhi contacted the Indian High Commission in ColomboAndhra Pradesh Resident Commissioner Arja Srikanth also made efforts through the Indian Coast Guard office in DelhiThe Sri Lankan Coast Guard handed over the fishermen to the Indian Coast Guard at Mandapam Camp on September 26 and from there they left for KakinadaThe fishermen were repatriated through the sea route as per the Sri Lankan rules The Indian Coast Guard unit escorted them to KakinadaMinister Atchannaidu expressed his delight over the safe return of fishermen He had taken up the issue with Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu and made arrangements for their returnOfficials said if the state government had not responded swiftly the fishermen would have had to spend six months in jail IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/four-andhra-fishermen-released-from-sri-lankan-jail-return-home-641022.html Tue, 30 Sep 2025 23:58:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/9-lakh-health-camps-organised-under-swasth-nari-sashakt-nari-36-cr-people-screened-jp-nadda-640769.html New Delhi Sep 29 Nine lakh health camps have been held across the country under the Swasth Nari Sashakt Parivar Abhiyaan said Union Health Minister JP Nadda on Monday Speaking at a media event in the national capital Nadda noted that the health camps have screened over 36 crore people for noncommunicable diseases such as hypertension diabetes and cancersThe health initiative that was launched on Prime Minister Narendra Modis birthday and will run till Gandhi Jayanti is called Swasth Nari Sashakt Nari So far 900000 health camps have been organised and each was attended by specialists Nearly 36 crore have already been screened and I believe we will cross 4 crore by October 2 Nadda saidAt the nationwide health camps citizens have been screened for hypertension diabetes breast cancer cervical cancer oral cancer and anaemiaThe camps also conducted antenatal checkups provided lifesaving vaccines to children and nutrition counselling sessions to familiesFurther the health camps also conducted screening for tuberculosis and Sickle Cell Disease registered blood donors and issued new AyushmanPMJAY cardsThe Health Minister noted that the countrys health policy has changed over the last decade and a holistic health approach has been introduced since 2014In this approach we started looking at health by incorporating prevention health promotion detection curative and palliative parts into our system Nadda saidAs part of this continued approach the government has established 179000 Ayushman Arogya Mandirs which serve as the first point of contact to connect with 140 crore citizensFurther from the very day a woman conceives ASHA workers start tracking their health checkup regimen and share the data with the state governmentHe also shared the achievements in the rate of institutional deliveriesOur institutional delivery rate has increased from 79 per cent to about 90 per cent This progress has been possible because we incentivised ASHA workers For every mother the delivery is free and the transportation to the institution and back home is provided by the government Nadda saidHe also spoke about the health initiatives launched by PM Modi such as the Fit India Movement POSHAN Abhiyan and Khelo India to promote a healthy lifestyleThe Minister also highlighted a positive change in mental health awareness and that the availability of highquality medicines has supported people in leading a normal and healthier life IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/9-lakh-health-camps-organised-under-swasth-nari-sashakt-nari-36-cr-people-screened-jp-nadda-640769.html Mon, 29 Sep 2025 17:32:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/priyanka-gandhi-on-private-trip-in-ranthambore-640773.html Jaipur Sep 29 The allfamous Ranthambore Tiger Reserve in Rajasthan is set to reopen for tourists on October 1 but the park has already begun hosting distinguished visitors On Monday morning Congress General Secretary and Wayanad MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra arrived in Ranthambore for a private visit drawing attention to the upcoming tourism seasonPriyanka Gandhis convoy reached a luxury property near the Reserve by road amid heavy security arrangements She was accorded a traditional Rajasthani welcome by the hotel staff before checking inAccording to sources she is expected to stay for three to four days and will embark on multiple Tiger safaris inside the park Her visit is strictly private but given her political stature the Special Protection Group SPG has strengthened security in and around Sawai MadhopurExtra personnel have been deployed at the hotel and across Ranthambore National Park to ensure smooth arrangements during her stay This is not Priyanka Gandhis first trip to Ranthambore She is known to be a great admirer of forests wildlife and especially tigersLocals say she visits the tiger reserve two to three times every year often with family or close friends In 2022 she even celebrated her birthday at Ranthambore reinforcing her emotional bond with the parkDuring her visits Priyanka Gandhi prefers to spend time in the jungle watching tigers and tigresses in their natural habitat along with other wildlife such as leopards deer and migratory birds Her repeated trips underline her love for nature and conservation while also putting the spotlight on Ranthambore as a key ecotourism destinationRanthambore remains one of Indias most popular wildlife destinations attracting nature lovers photographers and celebrities from across the globe With Priyanka Gandhis latest visit Ranthambore once again finds itself in the limelight promising a vibrant start to the 2025 tourist season IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/priyanka-gandhi-on-private-trip-in-ranthambore-640773.html Mon, 29 Sep 2025 17:38:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/tn-bjp-seeks-cbi-probe-into-karur-stampede-claims-rahul-gandhi-pressuring-vijay-640776.html Chennai Sep 29 The BJPs Tamil Nadu unit on Monday intensified its attack on the DMK government over the Karur rally tragedy that claimed 41 lives with party spokesperson ANS Prasad demanding a Central Bureau of Investigation CBI probe and also alleging that Congress leader Rahul Gandhi was pressuring TVK chief Vijay in the aftermath of the incident Prasad said the oneman commission led by retired Madras High Court judge Aruna Jagadeesan announced by the state government was a mere eyewash and would not satisfy the publics demand for accountabilitySix crore people of Tamil Nadu want to know the truth Only a CBI investigation can ensure impartiality he saidHe also stressed the need for transparency in the postmortem of the deceased urging the government to follow all legal safeguards including examinations by senior forensic experts and complete video documentationThe government must clarify whether these procedures were followed to preserve evidence Prasad addedThe BJP leader criticised the DMKs move to replace the initial investigating officer DSP Selvaraj with ADSP Premanandan describing it as another sign of reluctance to pursue the case seriouslyInstead he urged the state to appoint an Inspector Generalrank officer supported by a DIG and multiple experienced DSPs to probe all angles including crowd control security deployment and local administrative decisionsSignificantly Prasad brought national politics into focus alleging that Congress leader Rahul Gandhi who spoke to Vijay to convey condolences is indirectly pressuring him not to challenge the DMKSources say Rahul Gandhi has warned Vijay against taking a stand hostile to the ruling government These interactions must also be part of the investigation he saidThe BJP maintained it stands with the victims families and urged Vijay to honour the 41 who died supporting him by resisting political pressure and ensuring the truth emergesThe Tamil Nadu BJP will not allow this tragedy to be diluted or buried Prasad saidThe demand comes amid intensifying political sparring after the deadly stampede at Vijays campaign meeting in Karur where serious questions remain over crowd management and safety protocols IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/tn-bjp-seeks-cbi-probe-into-karur-stampede-claims-rahul-gandhi-pressuring-vijay-640776.html Mon, 29 Sep 2025 17:48:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/pothole-tragedy-bengaluru-bcom-student-run-over-by-tipper-lorry-in-bengaluru-640777.html Bengaluru Sep 29 A 22yearold female student was killed after coming under the wheels of a tipper lorry when she fell on the road while trying to avoid a pothole on Monday in the limits of KR Puram traffic police station in Bengaluru The deceased has been identified as Dhanushree a secondyear BCom student at a private college in Bengaluru The incident occurred near Budigere Cross close to Avalahalli She was travelling on a twowheeler when while attempting to avoid a pothole on her way to college she suddenly swerved and lost balance falling onto the roadA tipper lorry coming from behind ran over her killing her on the spot The lorry driver fled without stopping after the accident The impact was so severe that the victims head was crushed under the wheels The incident has triggered outrage among local residentsResidents have complained that the Budigere Cross road is filled with potholes with soil and jelly stones scattered across the stretch making commuting particularly dangerous for twowheeler ridersPersonnel from KR Puram traffic police and Avalahalli crime police stations rushed to the spot after the incident The Avalahalli police have registered a hitandrun case and launched a hunt for the accused driver while the KR Puram traffic police are also investigating The body of the student has been shifted to a private hospitalThe poor road infrastructure and pothole menace in Bengaluru has triggered a debate and IT industry leaders have raised the issue and rapped the Karnataka governmentDeputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar who is also Bengaluru Development Minister had triggered a controversy by stating that the IT companies cant blackmail him that they will move out of the city citing poor road conditions in BengaluruLater Shivakumar said he will meet representatives of IT companies regarding the issue Responding to a question he said Of course I am meeting IT companies They are our friends but they should also know their responsibilitiesChief Minister Siddaramaiah after taking up road inspection in Bengaluru on last Saturday stated that during the monsoon season potholes on the roads have increased and a onemonth deadline has been given to repair them and make the roads motorable for trafficIt is true that there are potholes on the roads However if these potholes had been repaired during the BJP governments tenure the roads would not have reached this condition Steps must be taken to fill the potholes before the end of the monsoon season he statedCM Siddaramaiah further stated in some places garbage has been left unattended on the roads Instructions have been issued to remove the waste immediately failing which action will be taken against the concerned commissioner and engineers IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/pothole-tragedy-bengaluru-bcom-student-run-over-by-tipper-lorry-in-bengaluru-640777.html Mon, 29 Sep 2025 17:49:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/electronics-manufacturing-expanding-fast-to-emerge-as-big-employment-sector-ashwini-vaishnaw-640778.html New Delhi Sep 29 IANS Electronics manufacturing in India is expanding rapidly with new suppliers and design capabilities emerging every week Union Minister for Railways and Electronics and IT Ashwini Vaishnaw said on MondaynbspHe added that the sector driven largely by small and medium enterprises is set to become one of the largest sources of employment in the country in the coming yearsnbspElectronics manufacturing ecosystem is expanding Every week new suppliers mostly small and medium enterprises are developing Vaishnaw statednbspIn a post on X Vaishnaw said that fresh designs and advanced manufacturing processes are being developed regularly making Indias electronics ecosystem more competitiveDesign capabilities are growing New designs and manufacturing processes are emerging the Union Minister saidnbspOver the next few years electronics manufacturing will emerge as one of the major employment sectors in Bharat he addednbspThe comments come at a time when India is moving from being just an assembly hub to building advanced design and chipmaking capabilitiesnbspEarlier this month Vaishnaw inaugurated ARMs new semiconductor design office in Bengaluru which will focus on developing 2 nanometre chip technology a significant step in Indias semiconductor journeynbspAccording to the government a 2 nm chip is being designed in India for the first timeSuch technology is crucial for nextgeneration devices in artificial intelligence mobile computing and highperformance systemsnbspSmaller transistors not only mean greater efficiency and reduced power consumption but also carry strategic importance for national security space exploration and defence applicationsnbspThe India Semiconductor Mission with an outlay of Rs 76000 crore is driving the effort to build a robust ecosystemnbspSo far 10 projects worth Rs 16 lakh crore have been approved across six states In addition domestic startups supported under the Design Linked Incentive DLI Scheme have already advanced 23 chip design projects while 72 companies are using cuttingedge design tools https://dailyworld.in/national/electronics-manufacturing-expanding-fast-to-emerge-as-big-employment-sector-ashwini-vaishnaw-640778.html Mon, 29 Sep 2025 18:40:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/delhi-cm-rekha-gupta-hails-pm-modis-strong-decisions-like-op-sindoor--640779.html New Delhi Sep 29 IANS Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Monday hailed Prime Minister Narendra Modis strong decisions on issues related to Operation Sindoor Surgical Strike Article 370 and Triple TalaqnbspPM Modis strong decisions are an inspiration for all party workers she said speaking at an event to launch a new office for the Delhi BJPnbspShe said it was a matter of pride that the new Delhi BJP office is being inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra ModinbspShe said the new office will inspire the cadre and encourage them to do their best for the public and the partyEarlier before inaugurating the Delhi BJPs new office PM Modi praised the city leaders struggles in the past and hoped the new premises would infuse new energy in the outfitnbspIn a post on social media X PM Modi said The history of BJP workers in Delhi has been a unique example of struggle and dedication Amidst every challenge they not only kept the organisation alive but also made an extraordinary contribution to strengthening itnbspI am fully confident that the permanent state office built for them will infuse the organisation with new strength new direction and renewed selfconfidence he saidIn the morning CM Gupta Delhi BJP President Virendra Sachdeva and other leaders offered prayers at the new office at 5 Deen Dayal Upadhyay Marg a few hundred metres away from the National BJP office on the same roadnbspThe new Delhi BJP office a fivestorey building has been constructed in South Indian architectural style on a plot of around 825 square metersnbspThe basement of the new office has car parking groundfloor conference room reception hall and canteen On the first floor there is an auditorium with a seating capacity of 300 people On the second floor there are rooms for the various fronts and staff of the partyThe third floor has been designated for the offices of the state vice president general secretary and secretary On the fourth floor there are rooms for leaders from other states while on the fifth floor there are offices for the state BJP president and state organisation general secretary as well as the offices of Delhi MPsnbspThe journey of state BJP or Jan Sangh leaders started from Naya Bazar after Independence During the days of the Jana Sangh politics was conducted from the office in Naya Bazar in the Walled City After this the first office after the establishment of the BJP was built in Ajmeri Gate Later it shifted to 20 Rakabganj Road before finally reaching 14 Pandit Pant Marg near Parliament where it has remained for the past 35 years https://dailyworld.in/national/delhi-cm-rekha-gupta-hails-pm-modis-strong-decisions-like-op-sindoor--640779.html Mon, 29 Sep 2025 18:44:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/pm-modi-inaugurates-delhi-bjp-office-hails-party-workers-role-in-countering-emergency--640780.html New Delhi Sep 29 IANS Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday formally inaugurated the Delhi BJPs new office in central Delhi and recalled the role played by the partys city workers in helping Partition refugees fighting for public rights during the Emergency and protecting Sikhs in the 1984 riotsnbspHighlighting the Delhi BJP governments efforts to fulfil expectations of the public after coming to power following a gap of 27 years he said the dream of Viksit Bharat Viksit Delhi can be achieved only if the government and the party move ahead togetherPM Modi praised the Rekha Gupta governments efforts to build houses for slumdwellers improve hospitals introduce ebuses and clean the YamunanbspTasking Delhi BJP workers to ensure that every citizen gets the benefit of the GST cut PM Modi also asked city BJP leaders to celebrate all festivals so that the city thrives as MiniIndia and reflects the cultural diversitynbspIt is very important for unity that patriotism is fuelled by the celebration of festivals from all states in Delhi he saidnbspHe said the BJP workers need to strive to make a worldclass Capital and this will be a matter of pride for citizens from every corner of the countryHe also hailed the contributions of early founders and leaders of the Delhi unit of Jansangh and BJP including LK Advani VK Malhotra Kedarnath Sahani Sahib Singh Madan Lal Khurana Arun Jaitley and Sushma SwarajnbspAhead of inaugurating the Delhi BJPs new office PM Modi praised the city leaders struggles in the past and hoped the new premises would infuse new energy in the outfitnbspIn a post on social media X PM Modi said The history of BJP workers in Delhi has been a unique example of struggle and dedication Amidst every challenge they not only kept the organisation alive but also made an extraordinary contribution to strengthening itI am fully confident that the permanent state office built for them will infuse the organisation with new strength new direction and renewed selfconfidence he saidnbspIn the morning CM Gupta Delhi BJP President Virendra Sachdeva and other leaders offered prayers at the new office at 5 Deen Dayal Upadhyay Marg a few hundred metres away from the National BJP office on the same roadnbspThe new Delhi BJP office a fivestorey building has been built in South Indian architectural style on a plot of around 825 square metersThe basement of the new office has car parking groundfloor conference room reception hall and canteen On the first floor there is an auditorium with a seating capacity of 300 people On the second floor there are rooms for the various fronts and staff of the partynbspThe third floor has been designated for the offices of the state vice president general secretary and secretary On the fourth floor there are rooms for leaders from other states while on the fifth floor there are offices for the state BJP president and state organisation general secretary as well as the offices of Delhi MPs https://dailyworld.in/national/pm-modi-inaugurates-delhi-bjp-office-hails-party-workers-role-in-countering-emergency--640780.html Mon, 29 Sep 2025 18:49:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/fm-nirmala-sitharaman-visits-karur-meets-survivors-families-of-stampede-victims-640716.html Karur Sep 29 IANS Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Monday visited Karur Tamil Nadu to console families of the victims and survivors of the devastating stampede that killed 41 people and left 67 injured during actorpolitician Vijays TVK rally on September 27nbspArriving in Karur along with Union Ministers L Murugan and Tamil Nadu BJP president Nainar Nagenthran Sitharaman first inspected the site at Velayuthampalayam where the tragedy struckShe spent time with local officials and police personnel to understand how the massive crowd turned deadly Later she went to the Karur Government Medical College Hospital and other treatment centres to meet injured survivors and grieving families offering condolences and assuring the Centres support aThe horrific incident unfolded when thousands of people surged forward soon after Vijay concluded his speech at the TVK campaign event Panic swept through the overcrowded venue leading to a crush that proved fatal for many including women and children Some of the injured remain in critical condition and are receiving intensive care Expressions of grief and solidarity have come from across the countryPresident Droupadi Murmu said she was deeply pained by the unimaginable loss of lives and prayed for the recovery of the injured Prime Minister Narendra Modi sanctioned Rs 2 lakh each from the Prime Ministers National Relief Fund PMNRF for the next of kin of the deceased and Rs 50000 for the injurednbspTamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin who rushed to Karur within hours of the tragedy visited the accident site and hospitals personally meeting victims familiesnbspThe state government announced Rs 10 lakh compensation to each bereaved family and pledged to bear all medical expenses for the injured The scale of the tragedy has triggered calls for greater crowd control and safety at political ralliesQuestions have been raised about the preparedness of local authorities and the event organisers A judicial inquiry led by retired judge Aruna Jagadeesan is already underway to ascertain lapses and recommend preventive measuresnbspFamilies of the victims while expressing gratitude for the support continue to demand answers and stricter safety norms for future public gatherings https://dailyworld.in/national/fm-nirmala-sitharaman-visits-karur-meets-survivors-families-of-stampede-victims-640716.html Mon, 29 Sep 2025 15:03:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/ashwini-vaishnaw-flags-off-7-new-trains-from-bihar-including-three-amrit-bharat-express-640722.html Patna Sep 29 IANS Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Monday inaugurated seven new train services from Bihar including three Amrit Bharat Express trains aimed at providing affordable longdistance travel options for lower and middleincome passengersnbspVaishnaw flagged off the new services virtually from New Delhi while Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary symbolically inaugurated them at Patna JunctionnbspThe newly launched Amrit Bharat Express trains will operate between DarbhangaMadar Ajmer MuzaffarpurCharlapalli Hyderabad and ChhapraAnand Vihar DelhiIn addition four passenger trains were introduced on shorter routes within Bihar These passenger trains will run between JhajhaDanapur PatnaBuxar NawadaPatna and PatnaIslampurnbspnbspHighlighting the significance of the launch Vaishnaw said these trains would provide hasslefree and affordable transportation for Bihari migrants and daily passengersnbspOn the guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and with the partnership of Chief Minister Nitish Kumar we are launching seven new trains that will connect various cities and offer lower fares for the middle and lowerincome groups he saidThe Railway Minister credited Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar for his past contributions to the railway sectornbspnbspWhen Nitish Kumar was the Union Railway Minister he took the department to new heights A slowdown came between 2004 and 2014 but after PM Modi took charge Indian Railways began transforming once again achieving new milestones Vaishnaw notednbspThe introduction of the Amrit Bharat Express a costeffective alternative to the premium Vande Bharat trains is part of the Centres push to modernise railway services while keeping travel affordable for millionsDeputy CM Samrat Choudhary who was present at the Patna event expressed gratitude for the Centres focus on Bihars infrastructure growthnbspI am thankful to PM Narendra Modi CM Nitish Kumar and Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw for transforming Bihar in sectors including rail and road infrastructure Choudhary saidnbspHe announced upcoming projects such as a ring road in Bhagalpur and a fourlane road connecting Sultanganj Bhagalpur to Deoghar Jharkhand along with a new railway line to link the two prominent pilgrimage sitesnbspHighlighting the scale of Central assistance Choudhary added During the UPA government Bihar was getting only around Rs 1000 crore annually for the railway sector In the last 11 years of the Narendra Modi government the Centre has provided more than Rs one lakh crore for railway development in Bihar https://dailyworld.in/national/ashwini-vaishnaw-flags-off-7-new-trains-from-bihar-including-three-amrit-bharat-express-640722.html Mon, 29 Sep 2025 15:56:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/cm-nitish-kumar-launches-20-658-projects-worth-rs-11-921-crore-in-bihar-640723.html Patna Sep 29 IANS Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Monday inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for a staggering 20658 projects worth Rs 11921 crore during a mega event held at Sankalp 1 Anne Marg the CMs official residencenbspThe projects include 16065 public amenities and development projects with an investment of Rs 7805 crore for sectors such as roads water health and rural infrastructure and 4593 projects worth Rs 4116 crore were inaugurated across various departments to strengthen social and administrative facilitiesAmong these 97 projects worth Rs 997 crore and 137 projects worth Rs 2467 crore are specifically related to building construction for key departments including Science and Technology Technical Education Animal and Fisheries Resources Social Welfare Transport SCST Welfare Backward and EBC Welfare Minority Welfare Sports Labour Resources Revenue and Land Reforms Art and Culture Youth Disaster Management Home Agriculture General Administration and Commercial TaxnbspThese projects are being implemented by the Building Construction Department and the Bihar State Building Construction Corporation LimitedThe Chief Minister also inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for multiple schemes under the Public Health Engineering Health and Tourism DepartmentsnbspIn a significant move to support farmers he transferred Rs 8129 crore via Direct Benefit Transfer DBT to the accounts of 13716 beneficiaries of the Chief Ministers Private Tubewell Scheme under the Minor Water Resources DepartmentnbspCongratulating all departments involved Nitish Kumar said the launch of these schemes would provide new impetus and direction to Bihars development and directly improve the quality of life for its peopleOur government is committed to the overall development of the state he emphasisednbspThe event was attended by Deputy Chief Ministers Samrat Choudhary and Vijay Kumar Sinha Water Resources Minister Vijay Kumar Choudhary Minor Water Resources Minister Santosh Suman along with senior bureaucrats and political leadersnbspThe massive rollout of projects comes as the state gears up for the 2025 Bihar Assembly elections underlining the governments focus on infrastructure expansion and welfare initiatives https://dailyworld.in/national/cm-nitish-kumar-launches-20-658-projects-worth-rs-11-921-crore-in-bihar-640723.html Mon, 29 Sep 2025 16:10:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/karur-stampede-death-toll-reaches-41-after-woman-succumbs-to-injuries-640729.html Karur Sep 29 The death toll from the devastating stampede at actorpolitician Vijays Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam TVK campaign rally in Karur has risen to 41 after a woman succumbed to her injuries The woman 65yearold Sukuna from Velusamipuram succumbed to injuries late Sunday night Sukuna who worked for a private company had gone missing after the rally Her relatives later found she had been admitted to the Karur Government Hospitals intensive care unit but could not be saved despite treatmentThe tragedy struck on Saturday evening at Velayudhampalayam where thousands had gathered to hear Vijay speak Witnesses said the crowd swelled beyond capacity and as people pushed forward to catch a glimpse of the TVK leader chaos erupted A brief power disruption reportedly added to the panic In the crush many were trapped in narrow exit lanes several fainted and were trampled By Sunday night 34 bodies had been identified and handed over to families More than 80 others remain injured some critically Emergency services struggled to move victims to hospitals and ambulances were pressed into service through the nightPresident Droupadi Murmu had expressed deep sorrow saying she was pained by the tragic loss of lives in Karur and conveyed condolences to the bereaved families while wishing the injured a swift recoveryPrime Minister Narendra Modi termed the incident heartrending and announced ex gratia of Rs 2 lakh each from the Prime Ministers National Relief Fund PMNRF to the next of kin of the deceased and Rs 50000 for the injuredChief Minister MK Stalin who flew to Karur soon after the tragedy called it an unprecedented loss of innocent livesHe announced Rs 10 lakh compensation for each family of the deceased and ordered a judicial inquiry headed by retired High Court judge Aruna Jagadeesan to identify safety lapsesOpposition Leader Edappadi K Palaniswami visiting survivors and families demanded accountability from the state government and said police and intelligence had failed to anticipate the massive turnout and ensure proper securityVijay called the deaths an irreparable loss and said his heart was overwhelmed with profound heavinessHe pledged personal compensation of Rs 20 lakh per bereaved family and Rs 2 lakh for the injured vowing to support victims in every possible way Authorities have registered cases and launched an investigation into the disaster with a focus on crowd management and safety protocols for large political events IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/karur-stampede-death-toll-reaches-41-after-woman-succumbs-to-injuries-640729.html Mon, 29 Sep 2025 16:28:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/sago-industry-faces-sharp-demand-slump-despite-record-production-in-tn-640731.html Chennai Sep 29 The sago industry in Tamil Nadu which supplies nearly the entire countrys sago rice requirement is grappling with a steep decline in demand from Northern India despite unprecedented production growth Mechanisation and modern processing have enabled a surge in output but sales have failed to keep pace leaving thousands of tonnes of finished goods unsold In the western belt especially Salem and Namakkal districts where most sago units operate production levels have soared in recent years Daily output has increased from an earlier range of 800010000 bags to about 15000 bags each weighing nearly 90 kilograms However demand in major markets such as Delhi Uttar Pradesh Madhya Pradesh Maharashtra and Gujarat has dropped sharply The number of manufacturing units has dwindled dramatically from about 1500 three decades ago to only 350 now and fewer than a third of these operate continuously Yet mechanisation has allowed factories to run throughout the year unlike earlier cottagestyle units that depended on dry weather to process and sundry sago Demand for sago traditionally spikes during July to September when fasting and festivals like Navratri drive consumption in northern states But changing food habits the decline in religious fasting practices and consumer concerns about adulteration have severely hit sales As a result around five lakh bags of sago produced for this festive season remain unsold Price erosion has added to the crisis The wholesale price of a 90kg bag has dropped to about Rs 3200 down from Rs 6000 a few years ago marking the lowest levels in recent memory Exports too have stagnated compounding the losses faced by manufacturers However the parallel starch industry is thrivingStarch extracted from tapioca a byproduct of sago production has seen robust growth due to high demand from sectors like paper pharmaceuticals and food processing Production has more than doubled in the past decade and prices remain stable at about Rs 2400 per bag Industry stakeholders say stronger marketing support is needed to revive sago sales They want the Tamil Nadu government to resume distribution through Public Distribution System PDS outlets include sago in the noon meal scheme and promote its nutritional value to boost demand both within the state and across India Without such interventions they warn one of Tamil Nadus most iconic agroindustries risks further decline IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/sago-industry-faces-sharp-demand-slump-despite-record-production-in-tn-640731.html Mon, 29 Sep 2025 16:29:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/two-bangladeshis-residing-illegally-in-delhi-detained-deportation-process-initiated-640733.html New Delhi Sep 29 The Operations Cell of South West District Police has detained two Bangladeshi nationals residing illegally in Delhis Mahipalpur area officials said on Monday Fresh deportation proceedings have been initiated with the assistance of the Foreigners Regional Registration Office FRRO New Delhi after completing all necessary codal formalitiesThe detained individuals have been identified as a 46yearold Md Abdulaziz Mian a resident of Sakhipur Koroti Para District Tangail Bangladesh and 29yearold Md Rafiqul Islam a resident of Kaliganj District Gazipur Bangladesh the authorities saidAccording to officials to tackle the issue of overstaying and illegal foreign migrants multiple teams of the Operations Cell South West District were assigned to gather intelligence and take decisive actionActing on a tipoff regarding an illegal Bangladeshi migrant seeking accommodation in the Mahipalpur area a special team comprising SubInspector Vikram ASI Manoj Kumar Head Constable Satpal Samota and Ct Nirmala led by Inspector Vijay Baliyan incharge of Special StaffSWD and working under the close supervision of ACP Operations Vijay Pal Singh Tomar reached the locationAccording to the officials with the help of the informer the team identified two suspects and carried out a detailed enquiry When asked to produce valid visas or travel documents both individuals failed to do so and confessed that they had entered India around two years ago but overstayed after the expiry of their visasTheir identities were later verified and confirmed the police saidFollowing the due verification process the police completed all required formalities and initiated deportation proceedings through FRRO New DelhiThis successful operation once again highlights the South West District Polices zerotolerance approach towards illegal immigration and their commitment to enforcing the rule of law the police said in a statement IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/two-bangladeshis-residing-illegally-in-delhi-detained-deportation-process-initiated-640733.html Mon, 29 Sep 2025 16:31:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/telangana-andhra-cms-congratulate-team-india-on-winning-asian-cup-640738.html Amaravati Sep 29 Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu and Telangana CM A Revanth Reddy have congratulated the Indian cricket team on winning the Asia Cup Telangana Chief Minister congratulated the Indian team for emerging as Asian Cup champions He said that the final match against Pakistan kept everyone on the edge of their seats until the very endHe praised Tilak Varma for playing a pivotal role in Team Indias remarkable victory bringing great pride and honour to the state of Telangana in international cricketAndhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu also conveyed his heartiest congratulations to Team India on their emphatic victory over Pakistan and for lifting the Asia Cup Your determination teamwork and spirit have made the nation proud A glorious moment for Indian cricket he posted on XAndhra Pradesh Governor S Abdul Nazeer congratulated Team India led by Captain Suryakumar Yadav on their spectacular victory in the finals of the Asia Champions Trophy 2025 against Pakistan in Dubai on SundayThe Governor said that Team India has made the nation and the people proud with their outstanding performance He wished them to win more successes in the futureDeputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan congratulated Team India on winning the Asia Cup Team India has once again demonstrated excellence and composure on the biggest stage claiming their 9th Asia Cup title with a dominant performance in the final said the Jana Sena leaderThis historic victory reflects the collective effort teamwork and resilience of the entire squad and is a perfect advance Dussehra gift to every Indian filling hearts with pride and joy Pawan Kalyan addedWhat a match Kudos to Team India for snatching victory from the jaws of defeat posted Minister for Human Resources Development Nara Lokesh Tilk Varma you are a hero for delivering a memorable win against our archrivals Kuldeep Yadav you deserve all the praise coming your way for completely turning the match around Proud of Team India Lokesh addedFormer Chief Minister and YSR Congress Party president YS Jagan Mohan Reddy conveyed hearty congratulations to the Team India cricket team on their outstanding victory in the Asia Cup 2025 final against Pakistan Your exceptional skill dedication and teamwork have made the entire nation proud A special shoutout to our very own Telugu star Tilak Varma for his crucial performance in the final and consistent brilliance throughout the tournament Truly commendable effort posted Jagan Mohan Reddy IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/telangana-andhra-cms-congratulate-team-india-on-winning-asian-cup-640738.html Mon, 29 Sep 2025 16:36:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/india-in-trade-talks-with-us-eu-new-zealand-oman-peru-chile-piyush-goyal-640740.html New Delhi Sep 29 IANS India is in discussions with the US the EU New Zealand Oman Peru and Chile for free trade agreements FTAs while Qatar and Bahrain have also expressed interest Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal said on MondaynbspThe FTA with the EFTA countries Iceland Liechtenstein Norway and Switzerland which was finalised in March 2024 will come into effect from October 1 Goyal addednbspThe minister informed that the developed nations are keen to sign FTAs with India which has already concluded such agreements with the UAE Australia and the UKnbspIndias foreign exchange reserves have crossed 700 billionHighlighting the recent GST reforms Goyal said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has gifted the nation a transformative reform during NavaratrinbspSeptember 22 will be written in golden letters in history I believe this is the biggest reform since Independence the impact of which will be felt for decades he remarkednbspThe minister noted that under the leadership of Prime Minister Modi India has transformed from a fragile economy in 2014 to the worlds fourthlargest economy and will become the thirdlargest economy with a 5 trillion size in the next two yearsHe underlined that inflation is at 2 per cent the lowest in a decade while GDP growth stood at 78 per cent in the last quarter He also emphasised that Indias banking sector is robust and interest rates have come downnbspGoyal said that the government is now giving special focus to the development of the northeastern and eastern states working hand in hand with the respective state governments to ensure inclusive growth and developmentnbspHe highlighted the remarkable progress of Uttar Pradesh noting that the state has grown by leaps and bounds under this vision of inclusive growth which has touched every caste class small and big business alikeUttar Pradesh he said is the first state in the country to have established a dedicated Export Promotion Ministry reflecting its proactive approach in strengthening trade and industrynbspThe minister observed that the state has witnessed significant growth across sectors such as khadi cotton and the cottage industrynbspGoyal said that UPs infrastructure development including the dedicated freight corridor expressways airports multimodal logistics hubs inland waterways and container depots has significantly strengthened its trade and industry ecosystem https://dailyworld.in/national/india-in-trade-talks-with-us-eu-new-zealand-oman-peru-chile-piyush-goyal-640740.html Mon, 29 Sep 2025 16:38:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/haryana-shocker-principal-driver-tie-class-2-student-upside-down-both-arrested-640742.html Chandigarh Sep 29 Haryana Police on Monday arrested the school principal and a driver on charges of assaulting a Class 2 student of a private primary school in Panipat town and tying him upside down with a window The sevenyearold allegedly suffered physical abuse at the hands of the school bus driver at Srijan Public SchoolThe child was seen tied upside down to a window and the bus driver was seen beating him up In another video the school principal can be seen slapping two students continuously and pulling a students ears in front of their classmatesPanipat Deputy Superintendent of Police Satish Vats told the media that the principal and the driver have been arrestedHe said the incident took place on August 13 and the victims family came to know about the crime on September 27 after the bus driver shared a video on social media in which the boy was seen tied upside down with a windowThe school principal Reena and bus driver Ajay have been booked under sections 115 voluntarily causing hurt 1272 wrongful confinement 3512 criminal intimidation of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita BNS Act and Section 75 of the Juvenile Justice ActOn being asked about taking the law into her hands the principal told the police that they were slapped for misbehaving with two sisters and she had apprised their parents about the incident the same dayThe principal admitted she had called the driver to scold the student for not completing the homework but she got to know about the corporal punishment after his parents visited the school on Saturday and raised the issueShe claimed that when she came to know that driver Ajay behaved inappropriately with the child whose legs were tied with a rope and was hung from the window in a school uniform she had terminated him from service on August 30 However some parents alleged the principal used to ask students to clean the floor of the classroom and toilets as corporal punishment IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/haryana-shocker-principal-driver-tie-class-2-student-upside-down-both-arrested-640742.html Mon, 29 Sep 2025 16:38:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/tvk-leader-aadhav-arjuna-to-visit-families-of-karur-stampede-victims-seeks-protection-640743.html Karur Sep 29 TVK General Secretary Aadhav Arjuna has announced plans to visit the families of the 41 individuals who lost their lives in the devastating stampede at Veluchamipuram in Karur He is likely to personally offer condolences and extend financial assistance to the bereaved households To ensure a safe and smooth visit amid the tense atmosphere Aadhav has filed a petition in court requesting adequate security arrangements before he proceedsThis move comes as Arjuna broke his silence nearly 29 hours after the tragedy with a deeply emotional post on X where he shared his personal grief and drew parallels to the pain of those who lost loved onesFor the past twentyfour hours I have been living through the greatest sorrow of my life The cries of those who died are shaking my heart I am struggling to overcome the pain of death he wroteRecalling his childhood trauma he added When I was five years old I saw my mother die by suicide That pain has returned with these deaths I cannot yet prepare my mind to bear the grief these families are going throughThe stampede which occurred late Saturday night during a massive TVK campaign event claimed 27 lives from the Karur district alone while others were from Erode Dindigul Tiruppur and SalemOne village Emur lost five members including Priyadarshini and her young daughter Tharanika as well as Chandra Arukkani and 10yearold Prithik a tragedy that has deeply shaken the regionChief Minister MK Stalin expressed profound sorrow and said he had instructed immediate relief and medical assistanceEvery possible step is being taken to save lives and support the bereaved families he saidOpposition leader Edappadi K Palaniswami offered condolences while demanding accountability for what he called poor crowd management The administration should have been better prepared to manage such a massive crowd Those responsible must be held accountable he saidTVK president and actor Vijay who has announced Rs 20 lakh compensation to each bereaved family and Rs 2 lakh for the injured called the tragedy an irreparable loss that no words of comfort can easeAuthorities continue to investigate the lapses in safety measures that led to the deadly crush IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/tvk-leader-aadhav-arjuna-to-visit-families-of-karur-stampede-victims-seeks-protection-640743.html Mon, 29 Sep 2025 16:40:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/b-team-of-pakistan-bjp-hits-out-at-congress-for-not-congratulating-team-india-640745.html New Delhi Sep 29 BJP national spokesperson Pradeep Bhandari on Monday accused Congress of being against Indias national interest and being a BTeam of Pakistan In a post on X he slammed Congress and the Leader of Opposition LoP in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi for not congratulating Team India on winning the Asia Cup 2025 after defeating Pakistan on SundayCongress is against Indias national interest On one hand Rahul Gandhi has not yet congratulated the Indian cricket team on thrashing Pakistan on the sports battlefield On the other hand when Pakistan is completely cornered you have Congress leaders asking for sportsman spirit against PakistanWhy does Congress always support Pakistan over India he questionedThe BJP national spokesperson also called Congress the BTeam of PakistanTaking aim at Gandhi Bhandari said In Operation Sindoor Congress stood with Pakistan In Operation Tilak Congress stands with Pakistan Rahul Gandhi is the best friend of Asim MunirPeople erupted in joy on Sunday night as Team India secured a thrilling fivewicket victory over archrivals Pakistan to lift the Asia Cup 2025 marking their ninth triumph in the Continental tournamentIndias success was scripted first by their spinners with Kuldeep Yadav spearheading a stunning turnaround on a twopaced pitch From 1131 in the 13th over Pakistan crumbled to 146 all out in 191 overs losing their last nine wickets for just 33 runsAcross cities towns and villages fans celebrated the historic win with chants fireworks and social media was buzzing with excitementThe final played at the Dubai International Stadium in Dubai lived up to the intense IndiaPakistan rivalryPrime Minister Narendra Modi referred to Indias famous victory as Operation Sindoor on the games fieldOperation Sindoor on the games field Outcome is the same India wins Congrats to our cricketers PM Modi posted on X soon after the victory IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/b-team-of-pakistan-bjp-hits-out-at-congress-for-not-congratulating-team-india-640745.html Mon, 29 Sep 2025 16:43:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/telangana-andhra-cms-congratulate-team-india-on-winning-asia-cup-640748.html Amaravati Sep 29 Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu and Telangana CM A Revanth Reddy have congratulated the Indian cricket team on winning the Asia Cup Telangana Chief Minister congratulated the Indian team for emerging as Asian Cup champions He said that the final match against Pakistan kept everyone on the edge of their seats until the very endHe praised Tilak Varma for playing a pivotal role in Team Indias remarkable victory bringing great pride and honour to the state of Telangana in international cricketAndhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu also conveyed his heartiest congratulations to Team India on their emphatic victory over Pakistan and for lifting the Asia Cup Your determination teamwork and spirit have made the nation proud A glorious moment for Indian cricket he posted on XAndhra Pradesh Governor S Abdul Nazeer congratulated Team India led by Captain Suryakumar Yadav on their spectacular victory in the finals of the Asia Champions Trophy 2025 against Pakistan in Dubai on SundayThe Governor said that Team India has made the nation and the people proud with their outstanding performance He wished them to win more successes in the futureDeputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan congratulated Team India on winning the Asia Cup Team India has once again demonstrated excellence and composure on the biggest stage claiming their 9th Asia Cup title with a dominant performance in the final said the Jana Sena leaderThis historic victory reflects the collective effort teamwork and resilience of the entire squad and is a perfect advance Dussehra gift to every Indian filling hearts with pride and joy Pawan Kalyan addedWhat a match Kudos to Team India for snatching victory from the jaws of defeat posted Minister for Human Resources Development Nara Lokesh Tilk Varma you are a hero for delivering a memorable win against our archrivals Kuldeep Yadav you deserve all the praise coming your way for completely turning the match around Proud of Team India Lokesh addedFormer Chief Minister and YSR Congress Party president YS Jagan Mohan Reddy conveyed hearty congratulations to the Team India cricket team on their outstanding victory in the Asia Cup 2025 final against Pakistan Your exceptional skill dedication and teamwork have made the entire nation proud A special shoutout to our very own Telugu star Tilak Varma for his crucial performance in the final and consistent brilliance throughout the tournament Truly commendable effort posted Jagan Mohan Reddy IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/telangana-andhra-cms-congratulate-team-india-on-winning-asia-cup-640748.html Mon, 29 Sep 2025 16:45:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/sabarimala-missing-golden-pedestal-case-turns-murkier-640751.html Thiruvananthapuram Sep 29 The controversy over the missing golden pedestal of the Dwarapalaka idol at Sabarimala has intensified after it was recovered from the house of sponsor Unnikrishnans sister The incident has triggered allegations of conspiracy and calls for a thorough investigationDevaswom Minister VN Vasavan on Monday said the sequence of events raised serious suspicionUnnikrishnan himself lodged a complaint that the pedestal had gone missing only for it to be found in his relatives house This is highly mysterious He is trying to fool the people and his words cannot be trusted the Minister statedVasavan added that the matter will be reviewed based on the courts stance with future decisions to follow accordinglyThe pedestal was recovered during an inquiry led by the vigilance wing of the Travancore Devaswom BoardThe Minister alleged that the act of concealing the pedestal and later reporting it missing pointed to a possible conspiracyThe circumstances make it impossible to believe Unnikrishnans version he said while reiterating that all Sabarimalarelated matters are being conducted transparentlyFormer Travancore Devaswom Board president A Padmakumar under whose tenure the issue first surfaced also weighed in He stressed that the Vigilance Department must probe the matter to clear doubtsNeither Unnikrishnan nor Vasudevan had any particular benefit in taking the pedestal Why they did so must be investigated Padmakumar saidHe further explained that when a new pedestal was introduced it was found not to properly align with the idolWhen it was returned Devaswom officials were responsible for preparing the necessary records I believe they would have done that he saidClarifying his position Padmakumar noted that all actions at the time were carried out by the Thiruvabharanam Commissioner and other officials and that he had no personal ties with UnnikrishnanAs the controversy continues the matter remains before the court which will consider the vigilance report before further steps are takenFor now both the state government and former Devaswom leadership have called for clarity with the focus on ensuring accountability and transparency in the temples affairs IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/sabarimala-missing-golden-pedestal-case-turns-murkier-640751.html Mon, 29 Sep 2025 16:47:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/electricity-consumers-in-andhra-pradesh-to-get-rs-895-crore-refund-640757.html Amaravati Sep 29 The Andhra Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission APERC has ordered a refund of Rs 895 crore to electricity consumers in the state Power distribution companies will credit a refund of approximately 13 paise per unit to consumers in equal monthly instalments It will be automatically adjusted in the bills and there is no action required from the consumersRefunds for consumption months April 2024 to March 2025 will be credited from November 2025 to October 2026 in monthly cycles The discount will apply to the power consumption bill for October the government said on MondayThe state government has claimed that the power sector which has long been debtridden has achieved a remarkable milestone this year by saving as much as Rs 89512 crore during 202425Noting these landmark savings in the Fuel and Power Purchase Cost Adjustment FPPCA the Andhra Pradesh discoms would be refunding this money to all electricity consumers in the state starting in November this yearThe APERC noted that an expenditure of Rs 186364 crore was incurred under FPPCA against the budgeted Rs 275876 crore or expected earlier for 202425 This has resulted in savingsreduction of Rs 89512 croreEarlier the APERC had levied an FPPCA charge of 40 paise per unit on consumers for 202425 Out of this there has now been a return of Rs 895 crore which the distribution utilities will be credited back to consumersThe government called the refund of the bill a historic development This is the first time since electricity sector reforms began in 1999 that power distribution utilities will refund FPPCA amounts to consumers in monthly instalments This marks a milestone in proconsumer governance and financial prudence in the power sector it saidAs per the order of APERC discomwise refund amount is Rs 01328kWh for Andhra Pradesh Southern Power Distribution Company Limited APSPDCL Rs 01343kWh for Andhra Pradesh Central Power Distribution Company Limited and Rs 01312kWh for Andhra Pradesh Eastern Power Distribution Company APEPDCL IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/electricity-consumers-in-andhra-pradesh-to-get-rs-895-crore-refund-640757.html Mon, 29 Sep 2025 17:19:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/telangana-rural-local-body-elections-to-be-held-in-five-phases-in-oct-nov-640758.html Hyderabad Sep 29 Elections to rural local bodies in Telangana will be held in five phases in OctoberNovember the State Election Commission announced on Monday Zilla Parishad Territorial Constituencies ZPTCs Mandal Parishad Territorial Constituencies MPTCs and Gram Panchayats will go to pollsElections to MPTCs and ZPTCs will be held in two phases on October 23 and 27 while Gram Panchayats will go to polls in three phases on October 31 November 4 and November 8Over 167 crore voters will be able to cast their votes in these elections State Election Commissioner Rani Kumudini announced the muchawaited election scheduleVotes polled in ZPTCs and MPTCs will be counted on November 11 while counting in gram panchayats will be taken up after the pollingElections will be conducted in 565 mandals in 31 districts Polling will be held for 565 ZPTCs 5749 MPTCs 12733 gram panchayats and 112288 wardsThe polling will be conducted by using ballot boxes and ballot papers The ballot boxes have been borrowed from Gujarat Karnataka Maharashtra and Andhra PradeshThe State Election Commissioner said that the number of voters is 16703168 comprising 8165894 males 8536770 females and 504 othersThe SEC appealed to all voters and contesting candidates to strictly observe the Model Code of Conduct to cast their votes freely and fairly and to make the election process successfulElections will not be held for 14 MPTCs 27 gram panchayats and 246 wards due to stay orders issued by courts in different casesShe said the High Court had directed the SEC to complete the election process on or before September 30 The SEC filed a petition with a prayer to grant an extension of 45 days from SeptemberRani Kumudini said the SEC has completed all preelection activitiesThe government through two GOs on September 26 issued comprehensive guidelines on reservations to Mandal Zilla Parishads and Gram PanchayatsThe SEC on September 27 held a meeting with statelevel officers like the Chief Secretary DGP Principal Secretary Panchayat Raj amp Rural Development and others to review the arrangements for the elections IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/telangana-rural-local-body-elections-to-be-held-in-five-phases-in-oct-nov-640758.html Mon, 29 Sep 2025 17:20:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/rahul-cong-waiting-for-paks-permission-to-join-asia-cup-victory-celebrations-amit-malviya-640759.html New Delhi Sep 29 BJP leader Amit Malviya took a swipe at Congress on Monday for failing to congratulate Team India on their victory in the Asia Cup 2025 He stated that Congress is waiting for permission from Pakistan before joining in the celebration of Indias success In a post on X Amit Malviya the BJPs IT Cell chief posted It seems Indias stunning win against Pakistan in the Asia Cup final has left Rahul Gandhi and the entire Congress in a comatose stateComparing it to the Indian Armed Forces decisive military action Malviya said Just like after Operation Sindoor when they couldnt bring themselves to congratulate the Indian Army for its stupendous strikes they now appear to be waiting for permission from Mohsin Naqvi and their other handlers in Pakistan before joining the nation in celebrating the Indian cricket teams successHe said that Congress has not congratulated Team India on social media even once for thrashing Pakistan thrice in the tournament and bringing the Asia Cup homeOnce again Pakistan Rahul Gandhi and Congress find themselves on the same side of the divide Malviya addedEarlier in the day BJP national spokesperson Pradeep Bhandari also accused Congress of being against Indias national interest and being a BTeam of PakistanIn a post on X he slammed Congress and the Leader of Opposition LoP in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi for not congratulating Team India on winning the Asia Cup 2025 after defeating Pakistan on SundayCongress is against Indias national interest On one hand Rahul Gandhi has not yet congratulated the Indian cricket team on thrashing Pakistan on the sports battlefield On the other hand when Pakistan is completely cornered you have Congress leaders asking for sportsman spirit against PakistanWhy does Congress always support Pakistan over India he questionedThe BJP national spokesperson also called Congress the BTeam of Pakistan Taking aim at Gandhi Bhandari said In Operation Sindoor Congress stood with Pakistan In Operation Tilak Congress stands with Pakistan Rahul Gandhi is the best friend of Asim MunirPeople erupted in joy on Sunday night as Team India secured a thrilling fivewicket victory over archrivals Pakistan to lift the Asia Cup 2025 marking their ninth triumph in the Continental tournamentIndias success was scripted first by their spinners with Kuldeep Yadav spearheading a stunning turnaround on a twopaced pitch From 1131 in the 13th over Pakistan crumbled to 146 all out in 191 overs losing their last nine wickets for just 33 runsAcross cities towns and villages fans celebrated the historic win with chants fireworks and social media was buzzing with excitementThe final played at the Dubai International Stadium in Dubai lived up to the intense IndiaPakistan rivalry IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/rahul-cong-waiting-for-paks-permission-to-join-asia-cup-victory-celebrations-amit-malviya-640759.html Mon, 29 Sep 2025 17:21:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/bihar-receiving-special-gift-from-railway-ministry-dilip-jaiswal-on-launch-of-amrit-bharat-trains-640761.html New Delhi Sep 29 In a major boost to rail connectivity in Bihar seven new trains including three Amrit Bharat Express trains and four passenger trains will be inaugurated on Monday Calling it a significant achievement BJPs Bihar President Dilip Jaiswal said the launch reflects the Centres commitment to the development of the state The launch comes just ahead of Dussehra offering a festive gift to the people of the state The trains will be flagged off in the presence of Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw and Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Samrat ChoudharySpeaking to IANS Jaiswal said Under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi Bihar is receiving a special gift from the Railway Ministry Today with the inauguration of the Amrit Bharat Express from Muzaffarpur to Charlapalli North Bihar has been gifted enhanced connectivityThree Amrit Bharat trains are being given to Bihar and more trains are also being allocated to the state For this we thank the Railway Minister and our Prime Minister he added expressing gratitude to both leadersThe Amrit Bharat Express a new category of semihighspeed trains introduced by Indian Railways has been praised for offering modern facilities at affordable prices These trains feature both general and sleeper coaches aiming to provide comfort for longdistance travellers without high costsAccording to Dilip Kumar Executive Director of Information and Publicity for the Railway Board On the auspicious occasion of Durga Puja Bihar will receive seven new trains today Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw and Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary will flag off these trainsAmong the Amrit Bharat trains being inaugurated one will run between Darbhanga and Ajmer another between Chhapra and Delhi and the third between Muzaffarpur and Hyderabad The Amrit Bharat Express is known for global facilities at reasonable prices with both general and sleeper coaches So far 12 Amrit Bharat trains are running in the country Now with these three additions the total will rise to 15 he saidThe four passenger trains launched alongside will further enhance shortdistance travel within the state and adjoining regionsThe Amrit Bharat Express aims to bridge the gap between premium and budget travel by offering comfort speed and affordability The launch of these trains not only improves regional connectivity but also underscores the Centres focus on infrastructure development in BiharThe move is expected to benefit lakhs of passengers especially those in North Bihar who have long demanded better longdistance and interstate train services IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/bihar-receiving-special-gift-from-railway-ministry-dilip-jaiswal-on-launch-of-amrit-bharat-trains-640761.html Mon, 29 Sep 2025 17:23:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/forecast-for-likely-rain-in-kolkata-from-wednesday-640767.html Kolkata Sep 29 The Meteorological MeT office on Monday forecast mostly clear skies for the next two days lifting the festive spirit of Kolkata which has been experiencing a prolonged spell of rains during Durga Puja However the MeT department warned that the weather will change drastically from Wednesday night Navami and the city is likely to experience heavy rain on Thursday that is Dashami the last day of Durga PujaAn official of the Regional Meteorological Centre in Kolkatas Alipore said Yesterday the sky remained clear with one or two spells of light rain recorded Today and tomorrow the sky will continue to remain clear and there is no forecast of heavy rain However under the influence of a lowpressure area in the Bay of Bengal the city might experience rain from Wednesday night Heavy rain is likely on Thursday and FridayAt the same time there is no possibility of heavy rain in most districts of South Bengal on Monday However scattered light to moderate rain has been predicted Rain with thunderstorm and lightning may occur in four districts of South Bengal South 24 Parganas East Midnapore West Midnapore and JhargramOn the day of Ashtami Tuesday rain with thunderstorm and lightning may occur in East Burdwan West Burdwan Birbhum Murshidabad and Nadia districts Scattered light to moderate rain may occur in the remaining districts of South Bengal In the districts of North Bengal on Monday rain with thunderstorm and lightning may occur in some areas of South Dinajpur and Malda districts Rain is likely in Darjeeling Jalpaiguri North Dinajpur South Dinajpur and Malda districts on Tuesday Heavy rain is likely to occur in almost all the northern districts after DashamiThe weather department earlier said that a cyclonic circulation is likely to form in the North Andaman Sea on Ashtami On Navami it may further intensify and turn into a lowpressure area As a result rain with thunderstorms is predicted in all districts of South Bengal including Kolkata on Navami Rain is also predicted on Dashami Fishermen have been prohibited from going to the north and central Bay of Bengal adjacent to the Odisha West Bengal and Bangladesh coasts on Thursday and Friday due to rough seas IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/forecast-for-likely-rain-in-kolkata-from-wednesday-640767.html Mon, 29 Sep 2025 17:29:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/pm-modi-to-address-nation-in-126th-episode-of-mann-ki-baat-today-640622.html New Delhi Sep 28 Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to deliver the 126th episode of his monthly radio programme Mann Ki Baat on Sunday at 1100 am The broadcast will reach citizens across the country through All India Radio Doordarshan and various digital platforms including the AIR News website Newsonair mobile app and YouTube channels of AIR News DD News the Prime Ministers Office and the Ministry of Information and BroadcastingThe programme which airs on the last Sunday of every month has become a flagship initiative in public communication enabling the Prime Minister to directly engage with the people of IndiaFollowing the Hindi broadcast Akashvani will relay the programme in multiple regional languages ensuring accessibility and inclusivity across Indias diverse linguistic landscapeSince its inception in October 2014 Mann Ki Baat has addressed a wide range of themes including cleanliness environmental conservation digital literacy womens empowerment and grassroots innovation It has also played a pivotal role in encouraging citizendriven movements and highlighting stories of unsung heroes from across the countryIn the previous episode the 125th PM Modi praised a security guard who took the initiative to collect and preserve the names of all soldiers who laid down their lives for the nation He also emphasised the importance of national unity and sports in building a vibrant and energetic IndiaThe spirit of Ek Bharat Shrestha Bharat the unity of the nation is important for the countrys development Sports play a significant role in this That is why I say Jo Khelta Hai Woh Khilta Hai the Prime Minister saidHe also held brief but inspiring conversations with athletes Mohsin Ali a participant in the Khelo India Water Sports Festival and Rasmita Sahoo from Odisha highlighting their dedication and achievements IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/pm-modi-to-address-nation-in-126th-episode-of-mann-ki-baat-today-640622.html Sun, 28 Sep 2025 15:59:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/jaishankars-appearance-at-unga-replete-with-symbolism-640625.html United Nations Sep 28 External Affairs Minister S Jaishankars appearance on the General Assemblys podium was replete with subtle political symbolism He started his speech on Saturday with Namaskar from the people of Bharat And he referred to the country as Bharat seven times in his speech even though he also interspersed it with IndiaIn the two references to Prime Minister Narendra Modi he made it a point to use Bharat Bharat under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi realising its duties and The last decade in Bharat has also seen transformative changes due to the vision of Prime Minister ModiA saffron kerchief was prominent on the pocket of the gray bandhgalla with a black lining around the neck that Jaishankar woreHe said Bharat is guided by three key concepts in its approach to the world Atmanirbharta or selfreliance Atmaraksha or securing oneself and Atmavishwas or selfconfidenceWhat he left unsaid was also significant The names of three countriesHe laid a trap for Pakistan by not mentioning its name when he spoke about a neighbour that is an epicentre of global terrorismPakistan walked into the trapBy looking to pour venom on India with a right of reply Pakistan admitted that it was the country that Jaishankar said is the epicentre of terrorism India had the last laughIt is telling that a neighbor who was not named chose to nevertheless respond and admit their longstanding practice of crossborder terrorism Second Secretary Rentala Srinivas saidNo arguments or untruths can ever whitewash the crimes of Terroristan he saidPakistan got entangled a second time when it admitted that it was TerroristanPakistan Missions Second Secretary Muhammad Rashid took the floor again to object to what he said was India distorting the name of a country India staged a walkoutJaishankar also avoided naming the US or President Donald Trump when he spoke about tariffs and restrictions on H1B professional visasWe now see tariff volatility and uncertain market access he said He referred to the H1B issue saying Restricting the evolution of a global workplace is an issueAnd there was a mention of double standards the imposition of a punitive tariff on India for buying Russian oil but not othersNot naming Trump or the US helps cool the rhetoric and keep a diplomatic tone at a time when trade talks are at a delicate stageThere was also a swipe at China which is weaponising critical minerals without mentioning BeijingThe grip on supply chains and critical minerals is another The shaping of connectivity is no less sensitive Jaishankar said IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/jaishankars-appearance-at-unga-replete-with-symbolism-640625.html Sun, 28 Sep 2025 16:00:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/karur-stampede-death-toll-rises-to-39-cm-stalin-visits-site-orders-probe-640629.html Karur Sep 28 The death toll rose to 39 in the tragic stampede that occurred during the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagams TVK political rally in Tamil Nadus Karur said officials on Sunday The rally was being addressed by party president actor Vijay on Saturday when the stampede occurred leaving at least 39 people dead and over 50 others injuredThe public meeting held at Velusamypuram in Karur was part of Vijays fastgrowing outreach campaign across Tamil NaduAccording to police and local officials thousands of supporters began gathering on the narrow approach roads from early morning to secure a vantage point for the evening addressThe event started around 720 pm but as crowds swelled in the confined space a section became dangerously congested Witnesses said people began fainting and stumbling as panic rippled through the dense crowd Several victims were trampled in the chaos before rescue teams could reach themTamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin who rushed to Karur late at night to console bereaved families and meet the injured at Karur Medical College Hospital confirmed that of the 39 who lost their lives nine were children and 16 were womenMore than 50 persons are injured and are being treated at Karur Medical College Hospital and nearby private facilities he saidThe death toll may rise further as some remain critical The state government has announced a onemember judicial commission to investigate the incidentRetired Madras High Court judge Justice Aruna Jagadeesan will lead the inquiry and submit findings as early as possible Stalin saidAsked whether TVK chief Vijay could face action the Chief Minister stated that further steps will depend entirely on the Commissions reportQuestions have been raised about whether the meeting was held on an inadequately narrow road that was unable to accommodate the surge of attendeesCM Stalin did not comment on the suitability of the venue but assured that accountability will follow once the probe concludesIn the immediate aftermath the government rushed senior ministers and medical teams to Karur Emergency care units were set up to treat the injured and additional ambulances and rescue personnel were deployedThe tragedy has sparked a wave of grief across Tamil Nadu with condolences pouring in from political leaders cutting across party lines Safety arrangements at political gatherings are now under sharp scrutiny as the state reels from one of its deadliest crowd disasters in recent years IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/karur-stampede-death-toll-rises-to-39-cm-stalin-visits-site-orders-probe-640629.html Sun, 28 Sep 2025 16:01:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/unfortunate-and-deeply-regrettable-tamil-nadu-dgp-on-karur-stampede-640631.html Karur Sep 28 Tamil Nadu Director General of Police DGP G Venkataraman on Sunday described the stampede at actorturnedpolitician Vijays Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam TVK rally in Karur as deeply regrettable An unfortunate incident happened a regrettable one Venkataraman told reporters in an early morning briefing adding that the tragedy was caused by an unexpected surge in the crowd and poor amenities at the venueThe DGP said one of the triggers for the rush was confusion over the timing of Vijays arrival Permission for the meeting was sought between 3 pm and 10 pm But the TVK Twitter account said he would arrive at noon so people began gathering from 11 am He actually came at 740 pm The public had to wait in the hot sun without enough food and water he explainedWhile organisers expected about 10000 attendees nearly 27000 people converged on Velusamypuram to see Vijay Police had prepared for around 20000Our intention is not to blame anyone but these are the facts Venkataraman said adding that a frenzied welcome for Vijay at one point caused a forward push as fans followed him into the venueOn questions about possible security lapses the DGP stressed that the event was held on a public road making additional barricading difficult The police are only extra help we clearly briefed organisers about crowd and safety measures he saidThe senior officer added that while about 500 police personnel were initially deployed more forces were mobilised as the situation escalatedPresently ADGP Law amp Order Davidson Devasirvatham three Inspectors General two DIGs 10 Superintendents of Police and over 2000 additional personnel have been rushed to KarurThe state government has ordered a judicial inquiry headed by retired High Court judge Justice Aruna Jagadeesan to investigate the cause and fix accountabilityThe tragedy among Tamil Nadus worst at a political event has triggered widespread calls for stronger safety norms and better crowd management at large gatherings IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/unfortunate-and-deeply-regrettable-tamil-nadu-dgp-on-karur-stampede-640631.html Sun, 28 Sep 2025 16:03:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/karur-stampede-vck-seeks-rs-50-lakh-compensation-for-victims-families-640638.html Karur Sep 28 Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi VCK leader and Member of Parliament Thol Thirumavalavan has called on the Tamil Nadu government to increase the compensation for families of those killed in the devastating stampede at the TVK president and actor Vijays rally in Karur The death toll has climbed to 39 with dozens of others battling injuries in hospitalsThe tragedy unfolded after Vijay finished his speech and left the venue As the massive crowd began dispersing heavy congestion turned chaotic trapping and crushing many Over 50 people fainted and emergency teams rushed them to the Karur Government Medical College Hospital and nearby private facilities Among the victims are 17 women13 men and nine children several remain in intensive careChief Minister MK Stalin who visited Karur past midnight to console grieving families and meet the injured announced Rs 10 lakh each from the Chief Ministers Public Relief Fund to the families of the deceased and Rs one lakh to those seriously hurtSpecial medical teams and senior officials have been deployed to coordinate emergency care But Thirumavalavan said the announced amount is inadequate given the scale of the tragedy The heartwrenching incident in Karur during Vijays campaign has taken the lives of over 30 people including women and children who were crushed and suffocated in the stampede he said in a statementI urge the Chief Minister to raise the compensation from Rs 10 lakh to Rs 50 lakh per family Adequate compensation must also be extended to those injuredHe further appealed for wartimelevel emergency measures to save the critically wounded and ensure the best possible medical treatmentMy deepest condolences and sympathy go to the bereaved families he addedThe Karur stampede has sparked shock and sorrow across Tamil Nadu with leaders from across parties demanding stronger crowd safety and management at political events The state government has ordered a judicial inquiry to determine the causes and lapses that led to the disaster and to recommend steps to prevent such incidents in the future IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/karur-stampede-vck-seeks-rs-50-lakh-compensation-for-victims-families-640638.html Sun, 28 Sep 2025 16:05:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/karur-stampede-tn-police-book-tvk-karur-secretary-640640.html Karur Sep 28 The Karur Town police have registered a case against Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagams TVK Karur West district secretary VP Mathiyazhagan in connection with the stampede at party president and actor Vijays rally in Velysamupuram that left 39 people dead and 83 others injured The incident occurred on Saturday Police said the case was filed under four sections of the Indian Penal Code for alleged violation of safety norms and failure to ensure proper crowd control during the campaign meetingOfficials clarified that so far Mathiyazhagan alone has been named in the First Information Report but investigators are examining whether lapses by others contributed to the tragedyThe investigation is continuing and further culpability will be fixed after a detailed inquiry a senior officer saidThe massive public meeting part of Vijays statewide political tour for his TVK party drew thousands who had waited since morning under the hot sun with inadequate food and drinking waterThe crowd swelled further after the partys official social media handles said Vijay would arrive at noon although the actorpolitician reached the venue only at 740 pmMany fainted in the congestion panic spread and a deadly crush followed Ambulances rushed the injured to Karur Medical College Hospital and private facilities nearbyTamil Nadu Director General of Police G Venkataraman called the incident deeply regrettableOur intention is not to blame anyone but to present facts and ensure this never happens again he said adding that the police are reviewing event permission proceduresChief Minister MK Stalin who flew to Karur late Saturday night met survivors and bereaved families He announced an ex gratia payment of Rs 10 lakh each to the next of kin of the deceased and Rs one lakh each to those critically injuredCM Stalin also ordered a judicial inquiry headed by retired High Court judge Justice Aruna JagadeesanSuch a tragedy should never recur Those responsible will face action he saidViduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi president Thol Thirumavalavan demanded that compensation for victims families be enhanced to Rs 50 lakh calling the disaster an unimaginable human tragedy that warrants both accountability and greater reliefThe Tamil Nadu government has deployed senior ministers and officials to oversee medical treatment and relief measures while the probe progresses IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/karur-stampede-tn-police-book-tvk-karur-secretary-640640.html Sun, 28 Sep 2025 16:06:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/vice-president-cp-radhakrishnan-to-visit-bihar-today-640641.html New Delhi Sep 28 The Vice President of India CP Radhakrishnan will be on a daylong visit to Bihar on Sunday during which he will attend key cultural and spiritual engagements As part of his official itinerary the Vice President will serve as the Chief Guest at the closing session of the third edition of Unmesh International Literature Festival in Patna The festival has become a significant platform for literary exchange and cultural dialogue bringing together writers poets and intellectuals from across India and the worldDuring his visit the Vice President will grace the valedictory session of the third edition of Unmesha International Literature Festival in Patna as the Chief Guest The Vice President will also visit Shri Chamunda Devi Mandir at Katra Muzaffarpur Vice Presidents Secretariat mentioned in a press releaseIn addition to his participation in the literary event the Vice President will also visit the revered Shri Chamunda Devi Temple in Katra located in the Muzaffarpur district where he is scheduled to offer prayers His arrival in Katra is expected at around 100 pm A dedicated helipad has been constructed near Bhadayee Chowk approximately three kilometres south of the temple adjacent to NH527C to facilitate his arrival by helicopterIn preparation for the Vice Presidents visit the Muzaffarpur district administration has undertaken extensive arrangements The temple premises and surrounding roads have been cleaned and repaired and the temple has been adorned with decorative banners and traditional bandanwars Authorities have also erected barricades on both sides of the approach roads to control crowd movement and ensure securitySenior officials including District Magistrate and SSP Sushil Kumar conducted thorough inspections on Saturday Two helicopters were used to conduct aerial test runs and access routes were cleared of obstructions including makeshift huts along the pathResidents are eagerly awaiting the arrival of the Vice President IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/vice-president-cp-radhakrishnan-to-visit-bihar-today-640641.html Sun, 28 Sep 2025 16:08:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/karur-tragedy-aiadmk-chief-meets-victims-families-seeks-impartial-probe-640643.html Karur Sep 28 Tamil Nadu Opposition leader and AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami on Sunday visited the families of those who lost their lives in the devastating stampede during Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam TVK chief Vijays rally in Karur The death toll in the tragedy has climbed to 39 including several women and children while over 80 people remain injured and under treatment in government and private hospitalsPalaniswami after consoling the bereaved families at Karur Government Hospital strongly criticised the lack of adequate safety arrangements at the rallyHe pointed to reports that a sudden power outage left the venue in darkness causing panic and triggering the deadly crush Precautionary measures should have been in place TVK has already held meetings in four districts Authorities should have anticipated the turnout and made proper security arrangements But it seems no effective planning was done he saidThe AIADMK chief also alleged that police protection for opposition rallies was often insufficient Even for my own campaign events police have not provided full security But when ruling party meetings are held the government ensures tight protection This selective approach is dangerous Had proper arrangements been made these deaths could have been avoided he remarkedPalaniswami stopped short of directly blaming any single leader but stressed that political parties must act responsibly Leaders should keep to their announced schedules Delays cause unnecessary surges and restlessness in large gatherings I am not blaming anyone personally but India has rarely seen such a large number of deaths at a political event The tragedy points to police and administrative lapses he saidHe also flagged concerns about reports of an ambulance entering the rally venue unexpectedly saying it raised questions and must be part of the official inquiry There should be a fair and thorough investigation This is beyond politics we owe the truth to the families who lost their loved ones he saidChief Minister MK Stalin has announced Rs 10 lakh compensation each to the families of the deceased and Rs one lakh for the injured from the Chief Ministers Relief Fund A judicial commission headed by retired High Court judge Justice Aruna Jagadeesan will probe the incidentPalaniswami urged the state to act transparently ensure accountability and implement new safety protocols to prevent such tragedies The government must rise above politics and work to protect peoples lives at mass gatherings he said IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/karur-tragedy-aiadmk-chief-meets-victims-families-seeks-impartial-probe-640643.html Sun, 28 Sep 2025 16:09:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/swami-chaitanyanand-accused-of-molesting-17-women-arrested-from-agra-640644.html Agra Sep 28 Swami Chaitanyanand Saraswati accused of sexually harassing several women students has been arrested in Agra officials confirmed on Sunday The accused also known as Partha Sarathy director of the reputed Sri Sharda Institute of Indian Management in Delhis posh Vasant Kunj is facing a criminal case for allegedly targeting female students enrolled in postgraduate management diploma courses under the Economically Weaker Sections EWS scholarship categoryThe officials reported that the Swami fled on August 4 shortly after the institute received a complaint from the Indian Air Force headquarters accusing him of molesting female studentsAccording to investigators Chaitanyananda would call female students to his room late at night and threaten to fail them or reduce their grades if they resisted his advancesSo far police have recorded the statements of three wardens of the institute All three are accused of helping Chaitanyananda delete incriminating messagesWhatsApp chats recovered from the phones of around 50 women students at the institute have revealed details of abuse spanning 16 years including sexually explicit text messages and incidents of forced physical contactAllegations have also surfaced about the deletion of CCTV footage with the DVR now sent to the Forensic Science Laboratory for examinationSeventeen women filed complaints at the Defence Colony Police Station in early August accusing Delhi Baba of harassing postgraduate management diploma students receiving scholarships in the economically weaker sections EWS categoryThe officials also mentioned that Chaitanyanand has allegedly been preying on women for nearly two decades emboldened by his ability to escape previous molestation charges in 2009 and 2016This time the scandal came to light when 17 women lodged complaints at the Defence Colony Police Station in early August At the time Chaitanyananda was in London but he was last traced to AgraHe later filed an anticipatory bail petition in the Delhi High Court but withdrew it soon afterAdding to the controversy police recovered multiple forged number plates from Chaitanyanandas luxury red Volvo car all of which carried fake United Nations insignia with different digitsInvestigations confirmed that none of the plates were issued by the UN and had been fabricated by the accused himself The car has been seized as part of the ongoing probeInvestigations are underway IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/swami-chaitanyanand-accused-of-molesting-17-women-arrested-from-agra-640644.html Sun, 28 Sep 2025 16:10:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/major-bureaucratic-reshuffle-in-mp-18-ias-officers-transferred-640646.html Bhopal Sep 28 In an administrative reshuffle the Government of Madhya Pradesh has issued transfer and posting orders for 18 IAS officers aiming to strengthen districtlevel governance and streamline departmental leadership The order dated September 27 was released by the General Administration Department early Sunday morningAs per order Sanjana Jain 2016 batch CEO of District Panchayat Satna has been appointed Additional Collector in MaiharJagdish Kumar Gome 2016 batch serving in the Culture and Tourism Departments and the MP Tourism Board will now take charge as CEO of District Panchayat SingrauliHar Simranpreet Kaur 2018 batch Additional Mission Director at the State Education Centre Bhopal has been posted as CEO of District Panchayat KatniAnjali Joseph Jonathan 2018 batch Deputy Secretary in the Department of Technical Education Skill Development and Employment will now serve as CEO of District Panchayat HardaSujan Singh Rawat 2018 batch CEO of District Panchayat Narmadapuram has been transferred to Gwalior in the same roleSrishti Deshmukh Gowda 2019 batch who was awaiting posting has been appointed Additional Collector in KhandwaNidhi Singh 2019 batch Joint Commissioner in Land Records and Settlement Gwalior will now serve as Additional Labour Commissioner in IndoreHimanshu Jain 2020 batch CEO of District Panchayat Shivpuri has been posted to NarmadapuramSarjana Yadav 2020 batch Additional Collector in Jabalpur will now be the CEO of District Panchayat SehoreVaishali Jain 2021 batch SubDivisional Officer in Rajgarh has been posted as CEO of District Panchayat and Additional Collector in RatlamDivyanshu Chaudhary 2021 batch SubDivisional Officer in Mandla will hold similar dual responsibilities in DindoriSrijan Verma 2021 batch SubDivisional Officer in Singrauli has been posted as CEO of District Panchayat and Additional Collector in BurhanpurArchana Kumari 2021 batch SubDivisional Officer in Shujalpur will serve as the CEO of the District Panchayat and Additional Collector in AnuppurShivam Prajapati 2021 batch SubDivisional Officer in Punasa has been appointed as the CEO of District Panchayat and Additional Collector in ShahdolSoumya Anand 2021 batch Assistant Collector in Shahdol will now serve as the CEO of District Panchayat and Additional Collector in SheopurAakip Khan 2023 batch Assistant Collector in Mandla has been posted as SubDivisional Officer in Pipariya NarmadapuramPankaj Verma 2023 batch Assistant Collector in Seoni will serve as SubDivisional Officer in Punasa KhandwaAdditionally Sapna Anurag Jain IAS has been appointed Additional Director at the Narmada Valley Development Authority IndoreThese postings are effective immediately and will remain in force until further ordersIn another order the state government has issued fresh transfer orders for several officers of the State Administrative Service SAS marking another round of administrative reshuffling aimed at enhancing governance across departmentsThe order was released by the General Administration Department and outlines new postings for officers currently serving in various capacitiesAs per the directive Shailendra Singh Solanki a 2007 batch officer presently posted as Chief Executive Officer of the District Panchayat in Sidhi has been transferred to Indore where he will take charge as Additional Director at the Narmada Valley Development AuthorityDr Ichchhit Gadpale from the 2008 batch and currently serving as CEO of the District Panchayat in Rajgarh has been appointed Deputy Secretary in the Home DepartmentVijay Raj a 2011 batch officer serving as CEO of the District Panchayat in Shivpuri will now assume the role of Additional Commissioner at the Municipal Corporation in GwaliorShailendra Singh also from the 2011 batch and posted as CEO of the District Panchayat in Satna has been transferred to Maihar as Additional CollectorAnupama Chauhan a 2006 batch officer serving as CEO of the District Panchayat in Shajapur will now join the General Administration Department as Deputy SecretaryNamah Shivay Arjaria a 2012 batch officer who was the CEO of the District Panchayat in Chhatarpur has been appointed State Protocol Officer in BhopalShashwat Singh Meena another 2012 batch officer serving as CEO of the District Panchayat in Mandla will now take charge as Deputy Secretary in the Department of Industrial Policy and Investment PromotionAnjali Shah also from the 2012 batch and posted as CEO of the District Panchayat in Seoni has been transferred to Narsinghpur as Additional Collector IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/major-bureaucratic-reshuffle-in-mp-18-ias-officers-transferred-640646.html Sun, 28 Sep 2025 16:13:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/karur-stampede-police-book-tvk-leaders-including-general-secretary-bussy-anand-640657.html Karur Sep 28 Police have booked Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam TVK General Secretary Bussy Anand Karur West district secretary VP Mathiyazhagan and state officebearer CT Nirmal Kumar under multiple sections for alleged violations linked to the deadly crowd crush at the party president and actor Vijays rally in Karur that claimed 39 lives and left many injured The public meeting held at Veluchamipuram on the outskirts of Karur on Saturday had drawn thousands who had queued since morning to see Vijay during his statewide political tourEyewitnesses said that a sudden crowd surge in a tightly packed space led to panic with people stumbling and being trampled amid inadequate crowd control and poor lightingAmbulances struggled through congested approach roads as rescuers rushed victims to the Karur Government Medical College Hospital and nearby private facilitiesOf the 39 victims 27 were from the Karur district Two each hailed from Erode Dindigul and Tiruppur and one from Salem Emur village in Karur suffered a particularly grievous blow five residents Priyadarshini and her young daughter Tharanika Chandra Arukkani and 10yearold Prithik were among the deceasedDozens more including children remain under treatment with some reported to be criticalThe tragedy sparked nationwide grief President Droupadi Murmu Prime Minister Narendra Modi Tamil Nadu Governor RN Ravi and Chief Minister MK Stalin conveyed condolencesCM Stalin flew overnight to Karur met the injured and announced Rs 10 lakh compensation to the families of the deceased and Rs one lakh for the injured from the Chief Ministers Relief FundHe also ordered a judicial inquiry led by retired High Court judge Justice Aruna Jagadeesan to determine accountability and recommend measures to prevent such disastersKarur City Police said the case names the TVK leaders for alleged violations of safety norms and deficiencies in event management that investigators believe contributed to the fatal stampedeDetailed sections invoked were not immediately disclosed with officers saying further additions are possible as evidence is compiled and statements recordedAs rescue and relief operations continued on Sunday political leaders across parties urged strict enforcement of safety protocols at mass events Authorities indicated that the commission of inquirys report will be expedited even as families in Karur and neighbouring districts began funerals for loved ones lost in the chaos IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/karur-stampede-police-book-tvk-leaders-including-general-secretary-bussy-anand-640657.html Sun, 28 Sep 2025 16:20:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/shown-what-true-courage-looks-like-pm-modi-to-navy-officers-who-did-navika-sagar-parikrama-640664.html New Delhi Sep 28 Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday praised the Indian Navy officers Lieutenant Commander Dilna and Lieutenant Commander Roopa who embarked on Navika Sagar Parikrama and travelled a distance of 50000 kilometres and congratulated them for the thrilling journey Addressing the 126th episode of his monthly radio programme Mann Ki Baat PM Modi said During this time of Navratri we worship Shakti and celebrate the power of women From business to sports and from education to science in every field the daughters of the nation are raising their flag high everywhere Today they are overcoming such challenges that seem unimaginableHe was talking about two women Indian Navy officers who embarked on Navika Sagar Parikrama and travelled a distance of 50000 kilometresIf I ask you this question can you stay in the sea continuously for 8 months Can you travel 50000 kilometres on a sailboat that is propelled only by wind And that too at a time when the weather at the sea can turn rough at any moment You would think a thousand times before attempting this But two brave officers of the Indian Navy accomplished this feat during the Navika Sagar Parikrama he saidThey have shown what true courage and determination look like he said praising Lieutenant Commander Dilna and Lieutenant Commander RoopaBoth women officers also shared their experiences of Navika Sagar Parikrama with the Prime MinisterLt Commander Dilna told PM Modi that she is from the Logistics Cadre in the Indian Navy She mentioned that she was commissioned in the Navy in 2014 Lt Commander Roopa told the Prime Minister that she joined the force in 2017 in the Naval Armament Inspection CadreBoth officers told the Prime Minister that their fathers had served in the Indian Air Force and Indian Navy and hence became an inspiration for them to join the defence forcesPM Modi asked the officers about their experiences during the parikramaIn life we get one opportunity that changes our lives This circumnavigation was one such opportunity given to us by the Indian Navy and the Indian government In this expedition we sailed approximately 47500 km We left Goa on October 2 2024 and returned on May 29 2025 It took us 238 days to complete this expedition when only the two of us were on the boat said Lt Commander DilnaShe also mentioned that they both trained for three years for this expedition learning about navigation operating communication emergency devices diving etcShe also mentioned a proud moment when both of them hoisted the Tricolour at Point Nemo the remotest location on Earth We became first Indians first Asians first humans in the world to reach that location she addedLt Commander Roopa sharing her experience said I would like to say that the number of people who have circumnavigated the globe on a sailboat is much less than those who have reached the top of Mount EverestWe have been sailing together for four years so we know each others strengths and weaknesses Our boat has only one set of equipment which never failed that is the power of teamwork she addedThe Prime Minister lauded the officers for their journeyDilna and Roopa listening to your stories gives me a truly thrilling experience The courage you have shown is remarkable You have my heartfelt thanks and certainly your hard work and achievements will inspire the youth of our country immensely PM Modi said IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/shown-what-true-courage-looks-like-pm-modi-to-navy-officers-who-did-navika-sagar-parikrama-640664.html Sun, 28 Sep 2025 16:30:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/pm-modi-reiterates-call-to-adopt-swadeshi-urges-people-to-buy-khadi-products-on-oct-2-640671.html New Delhi Sep 28 Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressing the 126th episode of Mann Ki Baat on Sunday called on the countrymen to adopt Swadeshi this Gandhi Jayanti and express pride in it October 2 is Gandhi Jayanti Gandhiji always emphasised the adoption of Swadeshi and Khadi was the most prominent among them Unfortunately after Independence the charm of Khadi was fading away but during the last 11 years the countrys attraction towards Khadi has increased significantly Khadi sales have seen a surge in recent years PM Modi saidI urge all of you to buy one Khadi product or the other on October 2 Say it with pride these are Swadeshi Share it on social media with the hashtag Vocal for Local he addedJust like Khadi our handloom and handicraft sector is also witnessing significant changes the Prime Minister said adding that several examples are emerging in India that show that when tradition and innovation are fused amazing results can be achievedOne example is Yaazh Naturals in Tamil Nadu he saidThere Ashok Jagdishan ji and Prem Selvaraj ji left their corporate jobs and took up a new initiative They made yoga mats from grass and banana fibre dyed clothes with herbal dyes and provided employment to 200 families by training them PM Modi mentionedHe also mentioned Ashish Satyavrat Sahu of Jharkhand who has brought tribal weaving and garments to the global stage through the Johargram brandThanks to his efforts people in other countries have also become aware of Jharkhands cultural heritage he saidSweety Kumari from Madhubani district in Bihar has also started Sankalp CreationsShe has transformed Mithila painting into a means of livelihood for women Today over 500 rural women have joined her and are on the path to selfreliance All these success stories teach us that our traditions hold innumerable sources of income If our resolve is strong success cannot elude us he added IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/pm-modi-reiterates-call-to-adopt-swadeshi-urges-people-to-buy-khadi-products-on-oct-2-640671.html Sun, 28 Sep 2025 16:35:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/from-trainers-to-commanders-pakistan-army-takes-direct-control-of-jem-let-hizbul-training-640672.html New Delhi Sep 28 Pakistan is making all attempts to revive three terror groups which were badly hit during Operation Sindoor The focus is completely on the JaisheMohammad LashkareTaiba and Hizbul Mujahideen In order to ensure that the three terror groups have better operational capabilities the Pakistan Army has decided to deploy its own officials to train the new recruits This is a major shift from how terror groups used to function earlier where the commander who was trained by the Pakistan Army would oversee the operations of the campAll the training camps of these terror groups will now be headed by a Major rank officer Further all these camps have been provided protection by the Pakistan ArmyIn addition to having the Pakistan Army directly oversee every operation of these camps the ISI is also ensuring a technology boost All these terror camps would have stateoftheart technologyThe ISI is ensuring that the new camps will shift from conventional arms to hightech modern weaponry The ISI is also arming these terror groups with hightech drone technology which has the capability of striking in Jammu and KashmirFurther these terror groups would also extensively use digital warfare tools With the Pakistan Army officials directly overseeing every operation from recruitment to training attempts are being made to provide these terror groups with weapons that could be directly launched into IndiaThis signals a major shift in the manner in which these terror groups would operate in future Officials say that there are many reasons for such a shift being madeFirstly the ISI does not want these camps to be hit once again during an Indian operation Secondly Pakistan wants its terror groups to have the capabilities to strike India from within their own country Third it wants to keep the Indian Army distracted by these terror groups so that the Pakistan Army can deal with problems that it is facing from the Balochistan Nationalist Army BLA and TehreekeTaliban TTPGiven the current commitments that Pakistan has made to both the US and China in terms of security in Balochistan it would want to focus more on the TTP and BLA rather than engage with the Indian ArmyPakistan which has signed a minerals deal with the US is under pressure to secure Balochistan Pakistan has also committed to China that it will ensure the security of the ChinaPakistan Economic Corridor Project 20 CPEC and to honour this commitment it has to rein in both the TTP and BLAGiven the scenario that the Pakistan Army is in and with its leadership tomtomming about its ties with China and the US it has no option but to go back on its security guaranteesThe minerals deal with the US is crucial for Pakistan due to its failing economyFurther Pakistan has also been told by China to raise funds for CPEC 20 if it wants to be part of the project This has put Pakistan in a spot of bother as it will now have to raise funds and also ensure the security of the projectPakistan was put on notice by China as it had failed miserably to protect Chinese interests during the CPEC 1Given all these factors the Pakistan Army is investing heavily in its three terror groups It has been seeking donations in large numbers from people living in the Gulf nationsIn order to fulfil its task of modernising these terror groups with stateoftheart weapons capable of hitting India directly the ISI has decided to invest at least Rs 100 crore per terror group annuallyGiven the investments that are being made the Pakistan Army decided to take over and oversee every aspect of these terror groups This means that the heads of these groups would have only a limited role and that would be to brainwash and radicalise the youth so that they join their terror outfits IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/from-trainers-to-commanders-pakistan-army-takes-direct-control-of-jem-let-hizbul-training-640672.html Sun, 28 Sep 2025 16:35:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/delhi-police-arrest-six-members-of-kala-jathedi-gang-640673.html New Delhi Sep 28 In a major crackdown on an illegal arms network Delhi Police have arrested six members of the Kala Jathedi gang officials said The police have recovered six pistols and 13 live cartridges from their possessionThe accused were identified as Sahdev alias Dev Sahil Rohit Satyanarayan Raj Rahul and Ravinder the police saidDuring interrogation Sahdev revealed that he used to bring illegal weapons from Aligarh and supply them to the gang members on demandAt the instance of Sahdev other gang members were arrested Crime Branch Deputy Commissioner of Police DCP Harsh Indora said in a statementDetailing the sequence of the arrest DCP Indora said the police got a tipoff that the accused Rohit and his aides were going to Delhi via Uttar PradeshThe police intercepted the car on the NoidaDelhi border and arrested the accusedThis is the second major operation against the illegal arms suppliers in the areaOn Thursday the Delhi Police busted an extortion network with the arrest of three active members of the Kala Jathedi gang in the national capitals Janakpuri areaThe police had recovered two countrymade pistols and two live cartridges from the possession of the accusedBesides two scooties and other material were also seizedTwo of the arrested were found to have recent criminal records and were released on bail in similar cases shortly before this operationThe arrested accused was identified as 37yearold Gurpreet Singh alias Amit Chandok resident of Nihal ViharChandok was previously involved in over 18 cases of snatching robbery attempt to murder and extortion the police saidSecond accused Gurpreet alias Manni 30 living in Nihal Vihar was previously involved in over four cases of extortion and attempt to murderThe third accused was Gurjeet Singh 35 a resident of Virender Nagar the police added IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/delhi-police-arrest-six-members-of-kala-jathedi-gang-640673.html Sun, 28 Sep 2025 16:37:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/special-menu-for-prisoners-in-bengal-for-four-days-of-durga-puja-640678.html Kolkata Sep 28 A special menu has been planned for prisoners in correctional homes across West Bengal during the four days of Durga Puja A state government official said on Sunday that arrangements have been made to change the menu for the prisoners of the correctional facility to provide them with the joy of Durga Puja This time along with biryani the prisoners will have Chinese cuisine on their menu during the festival days Monday to Thursday The morning snack menu also includes luchipuri deepfried fluffy flatbreadThis is the time of the year to share joy and happiness with loved ones The life of a prisoner is spent within the four walls of the jail They are isolated from the outside world It is the festive season in the city now therefore something special has been arranged for them Every year the menu in the correctional facilities changes during the four days of Puja This time too the prisoners will have all kinds of delicious dishes on their plates for a few days of puja said the officialAccording to him various menus are being arranged for them from lunch to dinner for the four days of Puja On Saptami Monday fishricevegetable will be served at noon while chicken curry will be served at night Ashtami morning will start with purivegetables and khichuri and labra will be served at noon Luchi and vegetables will be served at night On Navami rice dal and shrimp vegetable curry will be served at noon Chicken biryani will be served at night On Dashami rohu fish will be served at noon while fried rice and chilli chicken will be served at night There are separate arrangements for vegetariansThey will be served veg biriyani paneer curd and ice cream Apart from this arrangements will also be made so that everyone can have sweets during the four days of puja Breakfast will include chowmein and egg toast On Navami breakfast will include egg toast with tea On Dashami chowmein will be served said the officialMeanwhile pujas have also started in the states correctional facilities from this day According to sources this time the prisoners in the Presidency Correctional Home are giving a message of unity in accordance with the theme of the puja which is unity and diversity From the theme idea to the decoration of the pavilion everything has been done by the prisoners themselves IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/special-menu-for-prisoners-in-bengal-for-four-days-of-durga-puja-640678.html Sun, 28 Sep 2025 16:43:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/pm-modi-pays-homage-to-bhupen-hazarika-zubeen-garg-and-sl-bhyrappa-in-mann-ki-baat-640679.html New Delhi Sep 28 Addressing the Mann Ki Baat Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday paid tributes to Assamese singers Bhupen Hazarika and Zubeen Garg and Karnataka author SL Bhyrappa and remembered their contributions to the nation PM Modi played two songs of Bhupen Hazarika and said These sounds bear witness to how Bhupen Hazarikas songs connect different countries around the world In fact a very commendable effort has been made in Sri Lanka In this Sri Lankan artistes have translated Bhupen Da jis iconic song ManuheManuhar Baba into Sinhala and Tamil I played you the audio of these very songsHe also mentioned that he had the privilege of participating in his birth centenary celebrations in Assam It was truly a memorable event he saidRemembering Zubeen Garg PM Modi said Amidst Assam celebrating the birth centenary of Bhupen Hazarika a few days ago a moment of sadness too descended People are mourning the untimely demise of Zubeen GargZubeen Garg was a renowned singer who made his mark across the country He had a deep connection with Assamese culture Zubeen Garg will always remain etched in our memories and his music will continue to captivate generations to come he said also playing songs of the singerPaying homage to S L Bhyrappa PM Modi said A few days ago our country also lost the great thinker and philosopher S L Bhyrappa I had personal contact with Bhyrappa and we had indepth conversations on various topics on several occasionsHis works will continue to guide the thinking of the younger generation Translations of many of his Kannada works are also available He taught us how important it is to be proud of our roots and culture I pay my heartfelt tribute to SL Bhyrappa ji and urge the youth to read his oeuvre he added IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/pm-modi-pays-homage-to-bhupen-hazarika-zubeen-garg-and-sl-bhyrappa-in-mann-ki-baat-640679.html Sun, 28 Sep 2025 16:44:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/mp-hc-grants-bail-to-absconding-police-officer-in-atmaram-pardhi-case-640682.html Bhopal Sep 28 In a major development in the Atmaram Pardi murder case the Madhya Pradesh High Court has granted bail to dismissed SubInspector Ramveer Singh Kushwaha the prime accused who had been absconding since 2023 A Gwalior bench passed the order on Saturday allowing Kushwaha bail on a personal bond of Rs one lakh The decision has reignited public debate given the seriousness of the allegations and the longstanding demand for justice from the victims familyRamveer Kushwaha had been absconding since 2023 evading arrest despite multiple efforts by the police and CID Crime Investigation Department In March this year following a CID report recommending intensified action the reward for his capture was raised from Rs 30000 to Rs 50000 Notices for property confiscation were issued and his name was circulated across police stations yet he remained untraceableHis sudden reappearance through a bail petition has now brought him back into legal proceedingsThe case dates back to 2015 when Atmaram Pardi a resident of Guna district reportedly went to the Parvati River to perform a ritual in memory of his aunt According to family members police personnel led by Kushwaha arrived at the scene and Atmaram was allegedly shot dead His body was never recoveredThe CID later arrested Constable Yogendra Sisodiya who remained in jail for two years and another accused Dinesh Gurjar who was granted bail However Kushwaha continued to evade arrest despite a reward which was increased earlier this yearWhile granting bail the High Court observed that the prosecution had failed to recover the body of the deceased even after a decade A single bench of Justice Anil Verma passed the order and said Dead body of Atmaram has never been recovered and no conclusive MLC or FSL report is available on record regarding the death of Atmaram Even CID Bhopal has issued a proclamation on 03032022 regarding the missing person Atmaram PardhiThe bench set aside an order of Special Judge Atrocity Act Guna and observed no offence under the Act 1989 is prima facie established against him the accusedThe family of Atmaram Pardi continues to demand a thorough investigation and the recovery of his remains Earlier last week the Supreme Court also pulled the Central Bureau of Investigation for not making much headway in the arrest of KushwahaWith Kushwaha now expected to reappear the case may regain momentum but the absence of critical evidence remains a major hurdle in securing accountability The court has directed the accused to abide by the conditions enumerated under Section 4803 of BNSS IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/mp-hc-grants-bail-to-absconding-police-officer-in-atmaram-pardhi-case-640682.html Sun, 28 Sep 2025 16:45:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/released-from-sri-lankan-jail-after-52-days-4-andhra-fishermen-to-return-on-september-30-640683.html Amaravati Sep 28 Four fishermen from Andhra Pradesh who were released after 52 days of detention at the Jaffna Jail in Sri Lanka will return home on September 30 The boat carrying the fishermen sailed from the Sri Lankan shore for Kakinada on September 27K Srinu Venkateswar Karri Nookaraj Borriya Chanda Nageswara Rao and Brahmanandam were handed over to Indian authorities on FridayThey were deported following efforts by the state government officials in Andhra Pradesh Bhavan in New DelhiThe Sri Lankan Coast Guard handed over the fishermen to the Indian Coast Guard at Mandapam Camp on September 26 and from there they left for KakinadaAccording to information reaching here the fishermen were repatriated through sea route as per the Sri Lankan rules The Indian Coast Guard unit was escorting them to KakinadaThe fishermen had sailed to Nagapattinam to purchase a secondhand fishing trawler but while returning home they drifted in Sri Lankan waters due to a GPS errorThe Sri Lankan Navy arrested the fishermen on August 4 and since then they have been lodged in the Jaffna JailA civil court in Jafna on September 12 had ordered the release of Andhra fishermen As per the court order the fishermen were handed over at the International Maritime Boundary LineThe Indian High Commission in Colombo initiated efforts for their return after AP Bhavan took up the issue with the Ministry of External AffairsAccording to Rajya Sabha member Sana Satishbabu ICG took up the matter with the attention of Sri Lankan Coast Guard Commander Dinesh JayHowever procedural delays stalled the repatriation of the fishermen till September 26The High Commission posted that it secured safe repatriation of four fishermen in close cooperation with the government of Sri Lanka and with the support of the Indian and Sri Lankan Navies and Coast Guards IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/released-from-sri-lankan-jail-after-52-days-4-andhra-fishermen-to-return-on-september-30-640683.html Sun, 28 Sep 2025 16:47:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/whats-centre-state-govts-plan-for-revenue-generation-tejashwi-yadav-640686.html Patna Sep 28 IANS Rashtriya Janata Dal RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav on Sunday questioned how the Centre and state government plan to increase the revenue and fulfil the promises made ahead of the Assembly electionsnbspnbspSpeaking to the reporters Yadav said We want to ask the Prime Minister and the Chief Minister how the announced budget which is over Rs 7 lakh crore will be made possible This is not just my question but the question of the people of BiharWhat is your revenue generation and what future plans exist for revenue growth to sustain this My question is very simple and regarding corruption I also seek clarity The Prime Minister has counted so many corruption cases I want to ask whether any action was taken in these cases or not he questionednbspTejashwi also raised the same issue during a press conference earlier in the daynbspThere are specific questions I want to ask Chief Minister Nitish Kumar who has been in power for the last 20 years The people also seek answers to these questions I hope the Chief Minister will respond personally rather than delegating the task to someone else I have mentioned numerous times that this government merely imitates others because it lacks vision he saidTejashwi further alleged that the total budget of Bihar is Rs 317 lakh crore and the government possesses Rs 395 lakh crore in total of which Rs 2 lakh crore is committed expenditureThat leaves Rs 195 lakh crore available for various schemes including those that are pending My question is what ideas does this government have for generating revenue he questionedPrime Minister Modi has announced schemes totalling Rs 115 lakh crore during rallies from May to September this year Chief Minister Nitish Kumar during his Pragati Yatra announced schemes worth Rs 50000 crore Together their commitments have reached approximately Rs 708 lakh crore so far What is the Chief Ministers vision We are eager to find out Tejashwi Yadav added https://dailyworld.in/national/whats-centre-state-govts-plan-for-revenue-generation-tejashwi-yadav-640686.html Sun, 28 Sep 2025 16:58:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/sewa-parv-aims-to-bring-together-communities-institutions-and-individuals-for-nation-building-jk-l-g-sinha-640689.html Jammu Sep 28 IANS Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor LG Manoj Sinha said on Sunday that the Sewa Parv aims to bring together communities institutions and individuals in a collective movement of nation buildingnbspThe LG participated in Shri Mata Vaishno Devis Sewa Parv held at KatranbspHe addressed the gathering and highlighted the significance of festival of service creativity and cultural pride which is guided by Prime Minister Narendra Modis vision of a Viksit Bharat2047nbspWith collective commitment to service to ensure meaningful impact on communities the Sewa Parv is improving public health and promoting ecological sustainability the LG saidIn his address he highlighted the importance of community participation for inclusive growth and women empowermentfocused initiatives to ensure womenled developmentnbspHe added that the active participation of women in decisionmaking at all levels of society and in the economy should be our prime objectivenbspHe further appreciated the Shrine Boards endeavours towards solid waste management water conservation and promoting public healthnbspHe participated in a cleanliness drive at Darshani Deodi as a part of the Sewa Parv event organised by Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board and Reasi district administrationHe visited the medical camp and stalls put up by different departments and planted a Rudraksha sapling at the Spiritual Growth Centre in KatranbspSanction letters were also handed over to beneficiaries under various schemesnbspSaraf Singh Nag Reasi District Development Council Chairman Baldev Raj Sharma BJP MP from Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Assembly seat Ramesh Kumar Jammu Divisional Commissioner Pragati Kumar Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University ViceChancellor Sarah Rizvi Udhampur Deputy Inspector General of Police Reasi Range Sachin Kumar Vaishya Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board CEO Nidhi Malik Reasi Deputy Commissioner senior officials civil society members Swachhagrahis and representatives of various social organisations attended the Sewa Parv celebrations https://dailyworld.in/national/sewa-parv-aims-to-bring-together-communities-institutions-and-individuals-for-nation-building-jk-l-g-sinha-640689.html Sun, 28 Sep 2025 18:28:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/hockey-legend-mohammad-shahids-varanasi-home-among-13-demolished-for-road-project-640690.html Varanasi Sep 28 IANS Thirteen houses including the residence of legendary hockey player and Padma Shri awardee Mohammad Shahid were demolished in Varanasi on Sunday as part of a road widening projectnbspnbspThe demolition took place at the Court Road intersection under the Varanasi Court Road to Sandha widening plannbspAuthorities confirmed that compensation had been provided to all affected families before the demolitionnbspHowever officials stated that despite repeated instructions and a final ultimatum the residents did not vacate the earmarked portions of their housesSpeaking to the reporters City ADM Alok Verma said that an ultimatum for the demolition was given last weeknbspWe have provided the compensation to the families and also gave an ultimatum a week before We had told them that they should get their parts of the homes removed from the area designated for the road project or the administration will do it When the families did not take action we had to he told the reportersnbspAmong the demolished homes was the ancestral house of Mohammad Shahid a hockey icon who played a pivotal role in Indias gold medal victory at the 1980 Moscow OlympicsBuilt in the 1920s Shahids residence was widely regarded as a landmark that inspired budding players in the citynbspThe City ADM stated that of the nine members in Shahids family seven have accepted the compensation offered by the administration However two family members still remain in the house and have not yet clarified their decision on whether they would like to accept the compensationnbspFamily members expressed grief over losing their ancestral home despite receiving compensationOur memories are there in this home This is our home We will miss this place The administration has given us the compensation seven shareholders took it but we have no place else to go so two shareholders still stay at this home said Nazneen a relative of Shahid told reportersnbspShahid was conferred with the Padma Shri in 1986 He passed away on July 20 2016 https://dailyworld.in/national/hockey-legend-mohammad-shahids-varanasi-home-among-13-demolished-for-road-project-640690.html Sun, 28 Sep 2025 18:56:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/haryana-cm-seeks-investments-by-japanese-companies--640691.html Chandigarh Sep 28 IANS Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Sunday held a meeting with top functionaries of Japanese companies in Gurugram inviting them to make investments in the statenbspOn the occasion a memorandum of understanding MoU was also signed with Honda Company for construction and demolition waste managementnbspUnder this agreement the state government will provide land and waste for setting up the plant while Honda will manufacture tiles from the wasteThe Chief Minister is likely to visit Japan from October 6 to 8 during which he will visit the Haryana PavilionnbspAs part of this Chief Minister Saini held discussions with senior officers of major Japanese companies operating in the state to boost investment an official statement saidnbspHe also discussed the establishment of a dedicated cluster for Japanese companies in Haryana and invited them to set up this cluster in NarayangarhnbspCM Saini said Narayangarh is strategically located close to Chandigarh Uttar Pradesh Uttarakhand and Punjab at a distance of only 40 to 45 km which will significantly boost tradeDiscussing water supply facilities in Manesar the Chief Minister said the detailed project report DPR has been prepared and work will commence soon after tenderingnbspA budget provision of around Rs 3000 crore has been made to ensure water availability in Manesar through a pipeline from the Munak CanalnbspThis arrangement has been planned keeping in view the expected population growth for 25 to 30 years to ensure there will be no water scarcitynbspChief Minister Saini emphasised the proper treatment of chemical water discharged by industrial units and encouraged the adoption of advanced technologiesIndustries should recycle and reuse their wastewater for which a plan has been prepared through Haryana State Industrial and Infrastructure Development CorporationnbspIn the first phase this system will be implemented in Manesar at a cost of around Rs 78 crore enabling industries to reuse waternbspThe Chief Minister stressed the importance of utilising corporate social responsibility CSR funds for meaningful development worksnbspHe said that CSR funds should be spent through the Deputy Commissioner to ensure their optimum utilisation and maximum benefit to the people https://dailyworld.in/national/haryana-cm-seeks-investments-by-japanese-companies--640691.html Sun, 28 Sep 2025 18:57:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/in-trade-talks-with-us-india-pushes-for-less-than-20-per-cent-tariff-rate-sources-640521.html Washington Sep 27 As India and the United States agreed to continue trade negotiations sources told IANS that New Delhi is pressing for a tariff rate below 20 per cent The push for tariffs below 20 per cent is viewed as vital to safeguarding Indias competitiveness given that other South and Southeast Asian nations face US tariff rates between 1520 per centSources added that New Delhi is also pressing for the removal of the additional 25 per cent tariff on Russian oil purchases aligning with the Trump administrations view that European nations should curb their imports as well and reiterating that India should not be singled outExternal Affairs Minister EAM S Jaishankar in his speech at the G20 Foreign Ministers meeting on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly on Thursday highlighted double standards over access to energy and food suppliesThe costs to the Global South in terms of energy food and fertiliser security were starkly demonstrated by ongoing conflicts particularly in Ukraine and Gaza Apart from jeopardising supplies and logistics access and costing themselves these became pressure points on nations Double standards are clearly in evidence he addedJaishankar met US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Monday in New York After the talks Rubio said that India is of critical value to his country and welcomed the ongoing interaction in tradeJaishankar also posted on X Our conversation covered a range of bilateral and international issues of current concern Agreed on the importance of sustained engagement to progress on priority areasOn Friday the Ministry of External Affairs Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal confirmed that Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal and US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer were also part of the discussionsIn the meeting the External Affairs Minister and Secretary of State were joined by the Commerce and Industry Minister from our side and the United States Trade Representative USTR from the American side We also had several officials participating in that meeting The focus of the discussion was on trade and tariffs Other aspects of the bilateral relationship were also discussed said Jaiswal while addressing a weekly media briefing in New DelhiA statement by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry also said that the Indian delegation had constructive meetings with the US government on various aspects of the dealBoth sides exchanged views on possible contours of the deal and it was decided to continue the engagements with a view to achieve early conclusion of a mutually beneficial Trade Agreement it addedA day after the meeting with Jaishankar Rubio indicated that the Trump administration may be willing to fix the additional 25 per cent tariffs imposed on India over its purchases of Russian oilIn an interview with NBC News Rubio spoke about the US measures to end the conflict in Ukraine and hoped its additional tariffs against India could be fixedWe have already seen the measures we have taken with regards to India although thats something we hope we can fix he saidRubio blamed the European countries for not doing enough to end the conflict in UkraineThe MEA spokesperson also reiterated Indias stand on the purchase of Russian energy saying that there cannot be any double standard in the matter and highlighted the Trump administrations statements that called on the EU NATO and G7 countries to stop buying Russian oil and gas IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/in-trade-talks-with-us-india-pushes-for-less-than-20-per-cent-tariff-rate-sources-640521.html Sat, 27 Sep 2025 16:38:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/we-bow-in-reverence-to-devi-maa-pm-modi-on-navratris-fifth-day-640527.html New Delhi Sep 27 Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday extended greetings to the nation on the fifth day of Shardiya Navratri dedicated to Goddess Skandamata In a post on X PM Modi wrote On this Navratri today we bow our heads in reverence to Devi Maa May her grace instil confidence in everyones life May all devotees receive the Mothers blessingsThe fifth day of Shardiya Navratri 2025 is dedicated to Maa Skandamata the fifth form of Goddess Durga Skandamata is associated with the Vishuddha Chakra symbolising purity and clarity Her devotees believe she removes stress and suffering and they consider her the embodiment of motherhood love and empathyUttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath hailed the divine mother and described the significance of the dayOn the fifth day of Shardiya Navratri we pray to Mother Skandamata the fifth form of Adi Shakti Maa Durga that she continue to shower her grace upon the entire animate and inanimate world May Mothers blessings pave the way for the progress and prosperity of all the Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister posted on XDevotees all over the country throng to temples to worship and offer flowers fruits and prayers to the goddess seeking her blessings for protection guidance and wellbeing Flowers are considered especially dear to Maa Skandamata and she is offered yellow and saffroncoloured bhog items Devotees offer them during puja to gain her graceGoddess Skandamata symbolises motherhood compassion and the power to guide her devotees toward both spiritual and material success Skandamata is portrayed with her son Kartikeya on her lap seated on a lion and holding lotus flowers in her handsNavratri which means nine nights in Sanskrit is a Hindu festival celebrating Goddess Durga and her nine avatars known collectively as Navdurga The festival is celebrated with great devotion across India with rituals and prayers honouring the goddess in her nine forms IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/we-bow-in-reverence-to-devi-maa-pm-modi-on-navratris-fifth-day-640527.html Sat, 27 Sep 2025 16:45:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/we-bow-in-reverence-to-devi-maa-pm-modi-on-navratris-6th-day-640529.html New Delhi Sep 27 Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday extended greetings to the nation on the fifth day of Shardiya Navratri dedicated to Goddess Skandamata In a post on X PM Modi wrote On this Navratri today we bow our heads in reverence to Devi Maa May her grace instil confidence in everyones life May all devotees receive the Mothers blessingsThe fifth day of Shardiya Navratri 2025 is dedicated to Maa Skandamata the fifth form of Goddess Durga Skandamata is associated with the Vishuddha Chakra symbolising purity and clarity Her devotees believe she removes stress and suffering and they consider her the embodiment of motherhood love and empathyUttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath hailed the divine mother and described the significance of the dayOn the fifth day of Shardiya Navratri we pray to Mother Skandamata the fifth form of Adi Shakti Maa Durga that she continue to shower her grace upon the entire animate and inanimate world May Mothers blessings pave the way for the progress and prosperity of all the Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister posted on XDevotees all over the country throng to temples to worship and offer flowers fruits and prayers to the goddess seeking her blessings for protection guidance and wellbeing Flowers are considered especially dear to Maa Skandamata and she is offered yellow and saffroncoloured bhog items Devotees offer them during puja to gain her graceGoddess Skandamata symbolises motherhood compassion and the power to guide her devotees toward both spiritual and material success Skandamata is portrayed with her son Kartikeya on her lap seated on a lion and holding lotus flowers in her handsNavratri which means nine nights in Sanskrit is a Hindu festival celebrating Goddess Durga and her nine avatars known collectively as Navdurga The festival is celebrated with great devotion across India with rituals and prayers honouring the goddess in her nine forms IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/we-bow-in-reverence-to-devi-maa-pm-modi-on-navratris-6th-day-640529.html Sat, 27 Sep 2025 16:48:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/we-bow-in-reverence-to-devi-maa-pm-modi-on-navratris-5th-day-640530.html New Delhi Sep 27 Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday extended greetings to the nation on the fifth day of Shardiya Navratri dedicated to Goddess Skandamata In a post on X PM Modi wrote On this Navratri today we bow our heads in reverence to Devi Maa May her grace instil confidence in everyones life May all devotees receive the Mothers blessingsThe fifth day of Shardiya Navratri 2025 is dedicated to Maa Skandamata the fifth form of Goddess Durga Skandamata is associated with the Vishuddha Chakra symbolising purity and clarity Her devotees believe she removes stress and suffering and they consider her the embodiment of motherhood love and empathyUttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath hailed the divine mother and described the significance of the dayOn the fifth day of Shardiya Navratri we pray to Mother Skandamata the fifth form of Adi Shakti Maa Durga that she continue to shower her grace upon the entire animate and inanimate world May Mothers blessings pave the way for the progress and prosperity of all the Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister posted on XDevotees all over the country throng to temples to worship and offer flowers fruits and prayers to the goddess seeking her blessings for protection guidance and wellbeing Flowers are considered especially dear to Maa Skandamata and she is offered yellow and saffroncoloured bhog items Devotees offer them during puja to gain her graceGoddess Skandamata symbolises motherhood compassion and the power to guide her devotees toward both spiritual and material success Skandamata is portrayed with her son Kartikeya on her lap seated on a lion and holding lotus flowers in her handsNavratri which means nine nights in Sanskrit is a Hindu festival celebrating Goddess Durga and her nine avatars known collectively as Navdurga The festival is celebrated with great devotion across India with rituals and prayers honouring the goddess in her nine forms IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/we-bow-in-reverence-to-devi-maa-pm-modi-on-navratris-5th-day-640530.html Sat, 27 Sep 2025 16:48:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/sajjanar-appointed-hyderabad-police-commissioner-640533.html Hyderabad Sep 27 The Telangana government has appointed V C Sajjanar as the new Police Commissioner of Hyderabad Sajjanar who is currently Managing Director of the Telangana State Road Transport Corporation TGSRTC succeeds C V Anand who will be the new Chief Secretary Home DepartmentSajjanar a 1996 batch IPS officer had earlier served as Police Commissioner of CyberabadWhile serving as the Cyberabad Commissioner Sajjanar had hit the national headlines following the killing of four accused in the gangrape and murder of a woman veterinarian in 2019The four accused were shot dead on December 6 2019 at Chatanpally near Hyderabad the area where the charred body of a 27yearold Disha as the victim is referred to by the investigators was found on November 28While Sajjanar was hailed by many for delivering instant justice to the victim he came under criticism from human rights groups who termed it as extrajudicial killingsThe Supreme Court later formed a threemember inquiry commission to probe the circumstances leading to the encounterIn 2021 Sajjanar was transferred to Telangana Road Transport CorporationMeanwhile the state government has transferred 23 IPS officers This came hours after Battula Shivadhar Reddy was appointed the new Director General of Police DGPRavi Gupta Special Chief Secretary Home has been transferred and posted as Executive ViceChairman and Director General Centre for Good GovernanceShikha Goel will be the new Director General Vigilance amp Enforcement and ExOfficio Principal Secretary to Government General Administration Department in addition to her current responsibilities as Director TG Cyber Security BureauSwati Lakra Additional Director General of Police Organisation and Home Guards is posted in full additional charge of the Director General Special Protection ForceCharu Sinha Additional Director General of Police CID is placed in full additional charge of Director General AntiCorruption Bureau in place of Vijay Kumar who is posted as Additional Director General of Police IntelligenceDr Anil Kumar Additional Director General of Police Personnel is transferred and posted as Additional Director General of Police Operations Greyhounds amp OCTOPUSY Nagi Reddy Director General Telangana Disaster Response and Fire Services is transferred and posted as MD TGSRTCVikram Singh Mann Additional Commissioner of Police Law amp Order Hyderabad will be the new Director General Telangana Disaster Response amp Fire Services IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/sajjanar-appointed-hyderabad-police-commissioner-640533.html Sat, 27 Sep 2025 16:53:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/maoist-cadre-abhijeet-koda-chargesheeted-by-nia-in-2024-jharkhand-attack-case-640537.html Ranchi Sep 27 The National Investigation Agency NIA has chargesheeted a key accused in the 2024 case relating to the attack by CPI Maoist cadres on security forces in Jharkhand officials said on Saturday The accused identified as Abhijeet Koda alias Sunil Koda alias Matla Koda alias Matlu a resident of Jamui district in Bihar has been booked under multiple provisions of the Indian Penal Code the Arms Act the Explosive Substances Act the Criminal Law Amendment Act of 1908 and the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act of 1967The chargesheet has been filed before the NIA Special Court in Ranchi JharkhandAccording to the NIA Koda an armed cadre of the CPI Maoist was part of the banned outfits larger conspiracy to carry out terrorist acts and strengthen its network in coordination with other leaders and membersInvestigations revealed that he operated as a courier and messenger for senior Maoist commanders and played an active role in furthering their expansion plans and unlawful activitiesThe case dates back to February 2024 when Jharkhand Police along with the Central Reserve Police Force CRPF launched a search and combing operation in the Sundari Pahari forest area of ChatroChatti in Bokaro districtIntelligence inputs had indicated the presence of 1520 armed Naxal cadres in the region allegedly planning to commit crimes recruit local youth collect levies and launch attacks on security personnel the officials saidDuring the operation the Maoists opened indiscriminate fire on the forces prompting retaliationAlthough the cadres managed to escape into the dense forest the security forces recovered a laptop with a charger a pen drive a wireless handset an FM receiver radio a phone number list Naxal literature pencil batteries a portable scanner live and fired cartridges gun powder pellets and a striker from the siteThe NIA took over the investigation in June 2024 and has since been pursuing the caseOfficials said further investigation into the larger conspiracy and network of the Maoist organisation is ongoing IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/maoist-cadre-abhijeet-koda-chargesheeted-by-nia-in-2024-jharkhand-attack-case-640537.html Sat, 27 Sep 2025 17:00:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/flood-in-hyderabads-musi-river-inundates-bus-station-640539.html Hyderabad Sep 27 Passengers from Mahatma Gandhi Bus Station MGBS in Hyderabad were rescued by Disaster Response Force teams as floods in the Musi River inundated the biggest bus station in Telangana A dramatic rise in the flood level in Musi after midnight due to massive discharge from the twin reservoirs of Himayat Sagar and Osman Sagar since Friday submerged both bridges in MGBS premises trapping a large number of passengersWater from the overflowing river entered the platforms at the sprawling facility forcing authorities to stop bus services and launch an operation to rescue trapped passengersTeams of Hyderabad Disaster Response and Asset Protection Agency HYDRAA and Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation GHMC along with the Police and Fire Services Department swung into action to rescue the passengersChief Minister A Revanth Reddy directed authorities to safely evacuate passengers trapped in the floodTelangana State Road Transport Corporation TGSRTC diverted buses coming to MGBS from various places in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh to other points in the cityOfficials said it was an unprecedented situation at MGBS said to be one of the biggest bus stations in AsiaMusi which flows through the city was flowing dangerously inundating parts of the residential colonies abutting the river About 1000 people from Shankar Nagar Vinayaka Veedhi Moosa Nagar Padma Nagar and other areas in Chaderghat were shifted to relief campsChaderghat causeway was completely submerged Water was overflowing the old bridge at Moosarambagh which was already closed for traffic A new highlevel bridge which was under construction suffered damage due to floods Centric iron rods and construction material stored at the site were washed away Water entered houses in the Ambedkar Nagar area close to the bridgeFollowing heavy rain over the last few days Osman Sagar and Himayat Sagar reservoirs on the city outskirts received heavy inflows Authorities opened 24 gates to release floodwater downstream The discharge increased to 35000 cusecs late on Friday night triggering floods in the riverOfficials said Musi never saw this level of flow in recent times With rains continuing in upstream areas the water level is likely to increase furtherAbout 15000 people were killed in the Musi floods of 1908 The disaster had changed the face of Hyderabad Mir Osman Ali Khan the then Nizam of Hyderabad State had drafted engineer M Visvesvaraya to build Osman Sagar and Himayat Sagar reservoirs upstream to prevent floods IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/flood-in-hyderabads-musi-river-inundates-bus-station-640539.html Sat, 27 Sep 2025 17:03:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/odishas-jharsuguda-filled-with-enthusiasm-for-pm-modis-visit-640542.html Jharsuguda Sep 27 People in Odishas Jharsuguda on Saturday expressed excitement and pride as Prime Minister Narendra Modi prepared to arrive in the city to inaugurate development projects valued at Rs 60000 crore The city is witnessing elaborate arrangements with a vibrant roadshow planned along a twokm stretch from the airport to the public meeting venue where traditional dance and music performances will take place on both sides of the roadBJP MLA and actorturnedpolitician Sidhant Mohapatra said that it is a matter of great pride and happiness for Odisha that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is visiting the stateSpeaking to IANS Mohapatra said He will interact with the youth and bring several gifts and initiatives not just for Odisha but for the entire nation People across the state are excited and eagerly waiting to hear him PM Modi always comes with a vision and concrete plans he never leaves without giving something meaningfulCalling PM Modi the biggest inspiration for the youth the BJP MLA said Young people should learn from him how to value and use time productively We are all waiting to see what new announcements he brings for Odisha this timeMinister Nityananda Gond also expressed gratitude to the Prime Minister for introducing the development projects for the states progressSpeaking to IANS Gond said Today is a proud day for Odisha as Prime Minister Narendra Modi is visiting Jharsuguda Wherever PM Modi goes he inspires enthusiasm among people We the people of Odisha are deeply thankful to him because every time he comes he brings something meaningful for the stateWith the doubleengine government in place he is introducing new schemes and gifts for Odishas development Today at the Yuva Samabesh he will focus on empowering the youth and when the youth progress the nation progresses he addedThe excitement among the attendees is equally evident One participant Sadanand Naik even dressed as Prime Minister Modi for the public meetingEarlier I did not use to dress like this Once when I went to Haridwar a sadhu told me that I looked like PM Modi and advised me not to shave and instead grow a beard Since then Ive kept it this way he saidAll arrangements for the Yuva Samabesh at Amalipali Ground have been completed with students and youths from various districts arriving in large numbersIm excited to see PM Modi in person and hear what he has to say for the youth an attendee told IANSSecurity has been tightened across Jharsuguda for the highprofile visit The Special Protection Group SPG has taken control of the meeting ground ensuring every person entering the venue undergoes thorough checksAdditional forces have been deployed at the airport while barricades have been set up along the roadshow route Vehicles heading towards the venue are also being screened with access restricted only to those carrying SPGauthorised passes IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/odishas-jharsuguda-filled-with-enthusiasm-for-pm-modis-visit-640542.html Sat, 27 Sep 2025 17:05:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/i-love-muhammad-row-eight-arrested-in-karnatakas-davanagere-640545.html Davanagere Sep 27 Karnataka Police arrested eight persons on Saturday in connection with the I Love Mohammad row and related violence in Davanagere district The police stated that four special teams have been formed to track and arrest more individuals who allegedly disturbed peace and law and order in the regionAccording to police the action follows a clash on September 24 between two communities in the Karl Marx Nagar locality of Davanagere city over a banner issue During the incident there were allegations that stones were pelted at Hindu houses In this connection three FIRs were registered against around 100 people and eight persons from both sides were arrestedPolice are also monitoring social mediaDavanagere district SP Uma Prashanth has warned that strict action would be taken against anyone spreading false newsShe appealed to the public to approach the police in case of any eventualities instead of resorting to showdowns or taking the law into their own hands She further urged citizens to maintain peace in the districtDavanagere city known for its peaceful atmosphere turned tense following the appearance of I Love Muhammad banners Over the banner issue an argument broke out between two communities which escalated to the point of a physical clash The situation was brought under control after police intervention and cases have been registered against both communitiesThe problem began when a banner suddenly appeared in Karl Marx Nagar that read I Love Muhammad The situation remains volatile and police have made tight security arrangements Locals countered the I Love Muhammad posters with I Love Mahadev postersA section of people alleged that living in Karl Marx Nagar has become difficult They complained that they did not know whether they were living in Pakistan or in IndiaMeanwhile women belonging to another community gathered and expressed anger alleging that youths belonging to another community were speaking to them in a vulgar manner IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/i-love-muhammad-row-eight-arrested-in-karnatakas-davanagere-640545.html Sat, 27 Sep 2025 17:07:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/thunderstorms-heavy-rain-forecast-for-parts-of-tamil-nadu-today-640550.html Chennai Sep 27 The Regional Meteorological Centre RMC Chennai has issued a weather alert for several parts of Tamil Nadu warning of thunderstorms accompanied by light to moderate rainfall on Saturday In its latest bulletin the department said the prevailing atmospheric circulation over the Bay of Bengal has intensified creating conditions for rainfall and strong winds across coastal and interior districtsAccording to the Chennai weather office a cyclonic circulation that existed over the central and adjoining northeastern Bay of Bengal on Friday morning moved westward and consolidated into a lowpressure areaDue to the systems gradual strengthening a wellmarked lowpressure area has now formed over the north and adjoining central Bay of Bengal the department statedIt is expected to drift further westnorthwest in the next 24 hours heading toward the southern Odishanorthern Andhra Pradesh coast and is likely to cross the coastline as a depression on the morning of September 27 This development is expected to influence weather conditions in Tamil Nadu and its nearby territories including Puducherry and KaraikalThe RMC said one or two places across the state may experience thunderstorms and light to moderate rainSome pockets are also likely to record wind speeds reaching 3040 kmph during intense spellsOfficials specifically warned that hilly and western districts including Coimbatore the Nilgiris Theni and Tenkasi could receive heavy rainfall at isolated locationsPeople living in these regions are advised to remain cautious of possible waterlogging slippery roads and reduced visibility during downpours Fishermen were also asked to exercise caution due to gusty winds over adjoining sea areasThe weather office has urged the public to keep track of further updates especially as the lowpressure system intensifies while moving closer to the East CoastEmergency responders and local authorities have been alerted to monitor floodprone zones and be prepared to handle potential disruptions This latest warning comes as Tamil Nadu enters the crucial phase of the northeast monsoon buildup with atmospheric activity over the Bay of Bengal expected to trigger sporadic heavy showers and thunderstorms across the state in the coming days IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/thunderstorms-heavy-rain-forecast-for-parts-of-tamil-nadu-today-640550.html Sat, 27 Sep 2025 17:10:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/operation-numkhor-customs-approach-kerala-police-to-trace-luxury-vehicles-owners-640553.html Kochi Sep 27 In a significant development the Customs Department has sought the assistance of the Kerala Police to trace vehicles and their owners linked to the widening probe in Operation Numkhor Officials disclosed that around 138 such vehicles have already reached Kerala underscoring the large scale of the racket The Customs department in Kerala recently carried out widespread raids at the homes of several Malayalam film actors as part of an investigation into luxury car smugglingThe operation codenamed Numkhor targeted residences car showrooms and other premises across the stateOfficials say the crackdown followed suspicions that highend vehicles were being illegally brought into India from Bhutan using forged documents and then registered locally to avoid hefty import duties and taxes Among those raided were the homes of wellknown actors Dulquer Salmaan Prithviraj Sukumaran and Amith ChakkalackalThe coordination between Customs and Police is expected to play a decisive role in tracking down the vehicles identifying their owners and dismantling the chain of intermediaries who facilitated the operationsCustoms revealed that they have now obtained crucial information about intermediaries with the testimony of Mahin Ansari based in Malapurram emerging as a turning point in the investigationAuthorities confirmed that a group of middlemen operating out of Delhi is under scrutinyAnsaris own luxury vehicle a Land Rover was found to have been directly imported from Bhutan and then fraudulently registered in Arunachal PradeshHe has been directed to appear again for questioning next MondayIn addition his call records and travel documents are being closely examined to establish further linksThe revelations suggest a broader modus operandi involving fraudulent crossborder imports and registrations of highend vehicles Investigators believe the same methods may have been used to bring several luxury cars into the country under false documentationAmid these developments noted actor Dulquer Salmaan has approached the Kerala High CourtThe petition is expected to come up for consideration soon potentially influencing aspects of the probe related to vehicle ownership and registrationOperation Numkhor which began as a focussed enquiry into suspicious vehicle movements has now transformed into a highprofile investigation spanning multiple statesWith interagency cooperation underway and even celebrities being drawn into the case authorities anticipate the probe will intensify further in the coming daysNow with the police also soon joining the operations all eyes are on the names of those who are in hiding and when it will surface IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/operation-numkhor-customs-approach-kerala-police-to-trace-luxury-vehicles-owners-640553.html Sat, 27 Sep 2025 17:13:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/beyond-superheroes-how-desi-comics-are-shaping-a-new-india-640555.html New Delhi Sep 27 Indias comic book industry is undergoing a creative renaissance led by a new generation of homegrown creators who are transforming the nations cultural narrative Long overshadowed by Western imports indigenous comics are now front and centre weaving together mythology social commentary and contemporary themes with striking originality The comic journey in India began in the 1960s with Indrajal Comics which introduced Western icons like The Phantom to Indian readers However it was in 1967 that a real breakthrough came with Anant Pais Amar Chitra Katha ACK a pioneering series that presented Indian mythology history and folklore in an engaging visual format Selling over 100 million copies in more than 20 languages ACK became a cultural cornerstone in Indian householdsBy the 1970s and 80s a new wave of Indian superheroes emerged through Raj Comics Characters like Nagraj inspired by serpent mythology and Super Commando Dhruva captivated readers and defined what many now recall as the golden age of Indian comics This era flourished until the 1990s when the rise of television video games and digital media gradually drew audiences away from printFast forward to today the industry is experiencing a robust revival With the widespread penetration of smartphones and affordable Internet comics are reaching readers not just in metropolitan centres but deep into Tier2 and Tier3 cities Events like Comic Con India which is the desi version of the hugelypopular international event Comic Con have evolved into major cultural gatherings spotlighting local talent and driving commercial growthGlobally this resurgence is part of a larger trend According to Mordor Intelligence the global comic book market is projected to grow from 814 billion in 2025 to 2361 billion by 2030 with India emerging as a key contributorWhat distinguishes the current wave is the bold creativity of Indian storytellers who are breaking free from the notion that comics are solely for children Their stories now appeal to adults and international readers blending vernacular nuances with universal themesTake Chacha Chaudhary created by Pran Kumar Sharma in 1969 The redturbaned bespectacled hero whose brain works faster than a computer along with Sabu and Channi Chachi tackled everything from petty thieves to social issues like corruption and environmentalism Chacha remains a beloved icon across media from television to animationNagraj launched in 1986 stood out with his snakebased powers rooted in Indian folklore Over time his narratives matured delving into moral ambiguity and darker story arcsmirroring the evolution of reader sensibilitiesGotham Chopra and Jeevan J Kangs The Sadhu introduced a British soldier who transforms into a mystic in colonial India Mixing supernatural elements with spiritual themes it struck a chord with global readers as wellSarnath Banerjees The Harappa Files 2011 offered a wry critique of postliberalisation India capturing urban dissonance through illustrated vignettes His earlier work Corridor 2004 explored the fragmented lives of Delhis Connaught Place dwellers using a blend of text photography and illustrationIn Kari Amruta Patil examined gender politics and myth through a deeply personal lens marking a significant shift in how comics could explore identity and emotionAppupens Legends of Halahala a wordless graphic novel pushed visual storytelling into surreal philosophical territoryproving that silence can sometimes say the most according to an article in news website India NarrativeToday Indian comics are thriving across digital platforms multilingual formats and vibrant fan communities They reflect a society grappling with its past while boldly shaping its futureFrom the timeless appeal of Chacha Chaudhary to the avantgarde brilliance of Legends of Halahala homegrown comics are no longer just entertainmentthey are a vital expression of Indias evolving cultural identity IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/beyond-superheroes-how-desi-comics-are-shaping-a-new-india-640555.html Sat, 27 Sep 2025 17:15:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/10-000-new-medical-seats-next-step-towards-india-achieving-universal-healthcare-640557.html New Delhi Sep 27 The addition of over 10000 new medical seats by the Union Cabinet recently is another step towards India achieving universal healthcare according to an official statement on Saturday On September 24 10023 new medical seats across existing government colleges and hospitals were approved by the Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi with an investment of Rs 15034 croreThe move is part of a broader vision to create 75000 additional medical seats within the next five yearsApproval of PhaseIII of the Centrally Sponsored Scheme will add significant PG and UG medical seats This will improve our healthcare system and enhance the medical education infrastructure It will ensure that every part of India has the availability of skilled doctors PM Modi said in a post on XWhile the country with a population of 14 billion has significantly expanded its medical infrastructure over the past decade the demand continues to outpace supplyTo make quality healthcare accessible to all particularly the rural tribal and hardtoreach communities the Cabinet approved an additional 5000 postgraduate and 5023 undergraduate medical seats in existing government colleges and hospitals by 202829The total investment for this expansion is Rs 15034 crore covering the period from 202526 to 202829 Of this 685 per cent amounting to Rs 1030320 crore will be funded by the Union government while the remaining Rs 473130 crore will be contributed by the states The investment per seat stands at Rs 15 crore the statement saidWith the addition of medical seats underserved communities will benefit from a skilled medical workforce particularly specialists This will also help aspiring medical students to get more opportunities to pursue a medical education in India the quality of medical education will be enhanced and will meet global standardsWith more doctors and specialists India can become a prime destination for providing affordable healthcare and boost foreign exchange It will also enable underserved rural and remote areas to get accessible healthcareNew direct and indirect jobs will be added such as for doctors faculty paramedical staff researchers administrators and support servicesIndia has the highest number of medical colleges 808 and has been expanding its medical educational infrastructure for yearsThe ripple effects will be profound enhanced medical education standards increased employment opportunities across healthcare sectors and most importantly improved health outcomes for crores of citizens who have historically lacked access to quality medical care the statement said IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/10-000-new-medical-seats-next-step-towards-india-achieving-universal-healthcare-640557.html Sat, 27 Sep 2025 17:18:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/despite-rain-people-throng-durga-puja-mandaps-in-kolkata-640561.html Kolkata Sep 27 Despite rain people thronged Durga Puja mandaps in Kolkata and other areas as religious festivities gripped West Bengal The Meteorological Office has forecast scattered light to moderate rain on Saturday across Kolkata and its adjoining areas under the influence of a deep depression which will enter the land through the coast of South Odisha and Andhra PradeshAccording to the Meteorological Department light to moderate rain will continue till Sunday night while there is a possibility of scattered rain on September 29On September 30 Asthami there is less chance of rain in the cityHowever the situation will worsen from Wednesday night when another cyclonic circulation is likely to form over the Andaman Sea on September 30Under its influence a lowpressure area is likely to develop in the central and north Bay of Bengal on the day of Navami on October 1 It may result in rain in several districts of the state from the night of NavamiThe rain under the influence of the second system will continue till October 2 Dashami the end of the Durga puja festival Therefore this year there will be more or less rain during Durga Puja said an official of the Regional Meteorological Centre in Kolkatas AliporeToday there may be heavy rain in South 24 Parganas East Midnapore West Midnapore Bankura and Jhargram districts Moderate rain is also forecast in Kolkata along with thundershowers There may be scattered rain on Sunday too If the lowpressure system moves towards Bengal the possibility of rain will increase from the day of NavamiAlong with South Bengal there is a possibility of rain in North Bengal as wellScattered heavy rain has been forecast in Jalpaiguri Cooch Behar and Alipurduar districts todayRain with thunder and lightning will continue in the districts of Darjeeling and Kalimpong till Sunday There is a high possibility of rain with thunder and lightning in Malda and North Dinajpur districts on September 29 Rain will increase in north Bengal from the night of Navami on Dashami as well IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/despite-rain-people-throng-durga-puja-mandaps-in-kolkata-640561.html Sat, 27 Sep 2025 17:21:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/govts-new-logistics-plan-aids-in-supply-chain-efficiency-achieving-sustainability-goals-640565.html New Delhi Sep 27 The recently approved Integrated State and City Logistics Plan will help achieve Indias sustainability goals through the adoption of low and zeroemission vehicles and the establishment of lowemission freight zones reports have said The government launched the plan in collaboration with the Asian Development Bank ADB in eight cities across eight states which will focus on evaluating existing logistics infrastructure identifying bottlenecks and preparing a roadmap for improvementThe Centre has chosen Ludhiana Shimla Jaipur Indore Patna Visakhapatnam Bhubaneswar and Guwahati to develop integrated state and city logistics plans as part of a programme led by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade DPIIT according to reportsThe logistics planners will prioritise freight demands from local retailers and ecommerce players focusing on truck terminals urban roads and efficient lastmile delivery systemsAccording to officials these plans will later be replicated across the country to ensure seamless goods movement and stronger supply chain resilienceThe Asian Development Bank is offering technical support to align statelevel logistics strategies with city freight networks and broader mobility goalsOfficials said that the dual focus on connecting growth hubs to major trunk routes at the state level and upgrading urban freight systems at the city level will enhance supply chain efficiencySustainability measures being considered include the adoption of low and zeroemission vehicles for lastmile delivery and implementation of noisereduction measuresDPIIT highlighted the importance of automation and datadriven decisionmaking in improving operational efficiency cutting costs and ensuring transparency in freight movementThe planning for the project will take 6 to 8 months a DPIIT official had informed adding that if the plans are approved the government may seek other support from the ADB for implementation IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/govts-new-logistics-plan-aids-in-supply-chain-efficiency-achieving-sustainability-goals-640565.html Sat, 27 Sep 2025 17:26:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/new-bengaluru-mumbai-superfast-train-approved-tejasvi-surya-says-approval-fulfils-30-year-old-demand-640566.html Bengaluru Sep 27 Bengaluru South MP Tejasvi Surya on Saturday said that the Railways Ministry has approved a new superfast train between Bengaluru and Mumbai fulfilling a 30yearold demand of citizens from both cities Surya shared that Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has assured him of starting a superfast train between Bengaluru and MumbaiUnion Minister of Railways is of the view that both cities are major economic hubs and capacity expansion at their stations has now made this possible said SuryaSurya further pointed out that despite Bengaluru and Mumbai being two of Indias most important economic hubs the two cities had been connected by only one train the Udyan Express which takes over 24 hours to complete the journeyThis was a demand pending for 30 years In the last three decades despite the growth of both cities we have had only one superfast train between Bengaluru and Mumbai Last year alone over 26 lakh people travelled by air between the two cities This new service will make travel more affordable and convenient for lakhs of citizens Surya saidThe announcement follows consistent followup on the issue which was raised in Parliament Public Accounts Committee meetings and with senior Railway officials over the past four years Surya statedLauding Suryas efforts Ashwini Vaishnaw added I am very happy that Tejasvi ji has been persistently following up for a superfast train between Bengaluru and Mumbai Thank you Tejasvi ji for pursuing it so well You have always been fighting for the people of BengaluruThe new train will significantly decongest travel and provide a comfortable alternative to flights and buses and further strengthen economic and social ties between the two metrosOn behalf of the people of Karnataka and Kannadigas Surya expressed his gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Ashwini Vaishnaw for making this longpending dream a reality He also thanked V Somanna Minister of State for Railways for his support in making this possibleThe service is expected to benefit lakhs of daily commuters business travellers and families while boosting connectivity between two of Indias most dynamic metropolitan regions IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/new-bengaluru-mumbai-superfast-train-approved-tejasvi-surya-says-approval-fulfils-30-year-old-demand-640566.html Sat, 27 Sep 2025 17:27:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/bjp-mp-dinesh-sharma-criticises-violence-linked-to-i-love-muhammad-slogan-640568.html Lucknow Sep 27 BJP MP Dinesh Sharma on Saturday condemned the recent violence linked to the I Love Muhammad poster controversy and urged communities to uphold peace and mutual respect His comments came in the wake of violent protests in several parts of the country including Uttar Pradesh and Karnataka Speaking to IANS Sharma said This is not appropriate No religion teaches violence The life of Prophet Muhammad itself stands as a testament to patience and compassion A woman used to throw garbage at him daily and when she stopped one day he went to check on her and cared for her during her illness Thats the example to follownot violenceHe added If the intention behind holding up I Love Muhammad pamphlets is love then why resort to stone pelting Violence undermines the message People must not fall for conspiracies or misinformation designed to stir unrestMeanwhile a planned sitin protest by Muslim clerics in Bareilly Uttar Pradesh following Friday prayers escalated into violence yesterday but on Saturday the city saw a more peaceful atmosphereIn the aftermath of the unrest civic and security measures have been stepped up to restore normalcyThe protest was organised in response to alleged derogatory remarks against the Prophet After Friday prayers a large crowd gathered with many people holding posters with the slogan I love MohammedTensions mounted when protesters reportedly began pelting stones at police In response law enforcement officials carried out a lathi charge to disperse the crowd and restore order According to reports over 1000 demonstrators congregated near Islamia Ground damaging vehicles and attacking police lines The clash resulted in injuries to at least 10 police personnel and led to the detention of around 50 participantsThe controversy began on September 4 during the Barawafat EideMiladunNabi procession in Rawatpur Kanpur A group put up an I Love Muhammad banner along the procession route This led to objections from local Hindu groups who claimed that a new tradition was being introduced in a space traditionally used for Barawafat celebrationsPolice intervened promptly According to DCP Dinesh Tripathi the governments rules prohibit introducing new customs into religious processions While some individuals had removed the traditional tent and placed a new tent along with the banner police restored the tent and signage to the traditional location No FIR was filed specifically for the banner Tripathi clarifiedHowever both Hindu and Muslim groups accused each other of tearing posters during the incident creating confusion despite police mediationThis sparked protests across multiple states subsequentlyIn Bareilly the cleric Maulana Tauqeer Raza had called for the sitin at Islamia Ground prompting authorities to stage a flag march before Friday to deter disturbancesIn contrast to Fridays violence todays atmosphere in Bareilly has been largely calm The municipal corporation has initiated a cleanup drive to clear debris from the streetsFor security reasons police personnel remain deployed along routes leading to Maulana Tauqeers residence keeping surveillance tight and movement monitoredThe escalation in Bareilly mirrors broader tensions over religious expression in public spaces In the midst of the turmoil AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi questioned the suppression of free speech asking Why were people being stopped from expressing their love for Prophet Mohammed He defended the slogan as just an expression of free speechAuthorities had already braced for potential unrest by placing the district under Section 163 which prohibits protests without official sanction Despite that the protest went ahead turning volatile within hours IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/bjp-mp-dinesh-sharma-criticises-violence-linked-to-i-love-muhammad-slogan-640568.html Sat, 27 Sep 2025 17:28:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/indias-task-is-to-transform-global-south-from-rule-takers-to-rule-shapers-640570.html New Delhi Sep 27 When it comes to Global South Indias task is not to replace one hegemony with another but to build a cooperative framework where Southern producers shippers and regulators gain dignity and competitiveness a report has said adding that by blending reaction with initiative contesting unfair measures while advancing corridors in shipping warehousing finance and capacity the South can transform from ruletakers to ruleshapers When rules are matched by rails digital green and maritime the South is no longer walking someone elses path It is drawing its own mapThat is the playbook India must now carry to every platform of the Global Southfrom BRICS to IORA from BIMSTEC to the IndiaAfrica Forum Summit The time to lead is now according to the report by India NarrativeAccording to the report for India which has emerged as the most credible voice of the Global South the challenge is clearIf we merely react to these pressures we risk being boxed into lowvalue corners of the supply chain If we lead with initiative however we can turn defensive compliance into strategic competitiveness This is the playbook the South needsand India is positioned to draft it the report further statedA trade corridor is not just a shipping lane or a stretch of road It is a deliberate programme upgraded ports and railways redesigned border posts simplified digital platforms that replace paperwork and harmonised product standardsIf designed around Southern comparative advantages such corridors can unlock value chains that reflect local priorities rather than external diktats the report mentionedFrom a millets corridor connecting Eastern Africa and Western India to a green shipping microcorridor between two midsized Southern ports the outcomes are measurable faster turnaround lower freight costs reduced carbon footprintsIf production is the visible part of trade shipping and warehousing are the invisible backbone They decide whether goods reach markets competitively or languish at bottlenecks according to the reportMoreover infrastructure alone does not move goods people do That is why capacity building must be the accelerator of SouthSouth cooperationThe Global South faces a choice We can remain passive adjusting endlessly to rules written elsewhere Or we can chart our own course designing corridors systems and standards that reflect our realities and ambitions the report highlighted IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/indias-task-is-to-transform-global-south-from-rule-takers-to-rule-shapers-640570.html Sat, 27 Sep 2025 17:30:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/us-pharma-tariff-vaiko-warns-of-economic-war-seeks-special-parliament-session-640571.html Chennai Sep 27 Marumalarchi Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam MDMK general secretary Vaiko has warned that the United States latest decision to impose a steep 100 per cent import duty on medicines could deal a severe blow to Indias pharmaceutical exports and trigger a wider trade crisis Quoting data from the World Trade Organization WTO Vaiko said pharmaceuticals form Indias single largest industrial export segmentEach year India ships about 127 billion worth of medicines to the US the bulk of which are generic drugsGenerics are copies of patented medicines whose 20year exclusive rights have expired enabling any qualified company to manufacture and sell themWhile India also exports patented and branded drugs their volume is far lower compared to generics Indian firms such as Dr Reddys Lupin and Sun Pharma are among the biggest suppliers to the US market But President Donald Trump has now announced that from October 1 all medicines imported from companies without manufacturing plants in America will face a 100 per cent tariffThe White House indicated that firms setting up production in the US could avoid the levyThis move directly targets Indias pharmaceutical industry Vaiko said noting that last year Indian companies exported medicines worth Rs 31000 crore to the US and in just the first half of this year shipments had already crossed Rs 32000 crore The new duty threatens to sharply reduce competitiveness and cut deep into Indias foreign exchange earningsThe latest tariff comes on top of an earlier 25 per cent duty Washington had imposed after India continued importing crude oil from Russia despite US pressure That had already raised the effective import tax on Indian products entering the US to about 50 per centAdditional tariffs on other goods 50 per cent on kitchen and bathroom fittings 30 per cent on furniture and 25 per cent on heavy trucks have added to the strainCalling it an economic war against India Vaiko urged the Union government to act swiftlyThe Centre must immediately convene a special session of Parliament to discuss the US sanctions and find solutions to protect Indian exporters and jobs he said adding that New Delhi should engage Washington diplomatically while safeguarding national trade interests IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/us-pharma-tariff-vaiko-warns-of-economic-war-seeks-special-parliament-session-640571.html Sat, 27 Sep 2025 17:31:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/cm-yogi-warns-rioters-after-bareilly-violence-says-future-generations-will-think-twice-before-rioting-640573.html Lucknow Sep 27 Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Saturday issued a stern warning in the wake of Fridays violence in Bareilly He said those who incite riots will face such consequences that future generations will think twice before disturbing law and order Speaking at the Viksit Uttar Pradesh Vision2047 programme in Lucknow CM Yogi said a cleric in Bareilly had threatened to block the city after Friday prayers but forgot who is in power in the stateThe Chief Minister asserted that his government would not allow curfews or blockades We made it clear there would be neither blockades nor curfews Instead we will teach them such a lesson that their harmful tendencies will be corrected he saidHe further said Earlier rioters were invited to the Chief Ministers residence and honoured Mafia people were given free rein to control districts and governments even saluted professional criminals You must have seen many instances where those in power felt proud to shake hands with a mafias dog he saidThe CM alleged that earlier governments had created a system of One District One Mafia where local strongmen dictated administration and ordinary people were forced to live at their mercyAgriculture was destroyed youths jobs were sold off and extortion gangs flourished Their agents auctioned transfers and postings We have attacked these immoral and illegal practices and that is why their followers are now shouting he remarkedHe also claimed that before 2017 festivals often turned violent but his government had brought a decisive end to such disturbancesSometimes bad habits dont leave easily so they must be corrected sternly Yesterday in Bareilly you saw a corrective action The cleric thought he could threaten us and force his way but we showed him the authority of the state Adityanath saidThe Chief Minister said his government had deployed bulldozers against those who attempt to divide society in the name of caste and religionWhen dishonest and corrupt people come to power they misuse authority and exploit society We built the bulldozer precisely for such people he saidFridays violence in Bareilly broke out when a procession carrying I love Muhammad posters and placards did not obey police orders to disperseA large number of people took to the streets carrying placards and posters reading I Love Muhammad and chanting slogans as they marched towards Islamia Ground and Khalil School Chowk Police used force when people shouting NaraeTaqbeer did not disperse despite ordersHowever on Saturday the city remains peaceful and no untoward incident has been reported IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/cm-yogi-warns-rioters-after-bareilly-violence-says-future-generations-will-think-twice-before-rioting-640573.html Sat, 27 Sep 2025 17:33:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/kirit-somaiya-alleges-massive-birth-certificate-scam-in-maha-claims-97-per-cent-beneficiaries-are-illegal-bangladeshis-640574.html New Delhi Sep 27 BJP leader Kirit Somaiya has alleged a largescale fake birth certificate scam in Maharashtra claiming that the misuse of newly amended laws has allowed thousands of undocumented foreign nationals particularly Bangladeshi Muslims to secure fake birth documents and Aadhaar cards Speaking to IANS Somaiya claimed In 2024 the Indian government amended the law transferring powers previously held by judicial magistrates to tehsildars After this a nationwide scam began In Maharashtra approval was given to issue birth certificates to 224000 people Upon review it was found that 97 per cent of them were Muslims from a Bangladeshi background aged 25 30 40 and 50 and had no proof of birth in Maharashtra or IndiaAccording to Somaiya the Maharashtra government has so far registered 28 FIRs arrested 2000 people and plans to arrest another 3000 in the coming months He said that the Unique Identification Authority of India UIDAI after verifying the irregularities has already cancelled thousands of Aadhaar cards issued based on these fake birth certificatesSomaiya also raised concerns about the presence of Bangladeshi and Rohingya immigrants urging the state government to deport those who have no valid documents or proof of Indian citizenshipI have requested Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis to take strict action against the 47000 individuals whose birth certificates and Aadhaar cards were issued without verification These people either belong to Bangladesh or are Rohingyas and should be deported immediately he saidHe cited the example of Malegaon where authorities have cancelled the birth entries of 3977 individuals for lack of any supporting documents In Malegaon five FIRs have been filed and 539 people have been presented in court Among them 28 are government officials and many are agents Investigations are ongoing against 1539 individuals Somaiya addedIn Sambhajinagar complaints were received against 800 people and 140 have already been presented in court The scam Somaiya said has now spread to Mumbai particularly the Mankhurd areaThe tehsildar and district officer had only approved residency for three people but a corrupt BMC officer issued documents to 106 individuals he allegedHe noted that due to the strict action in 2024 the number of birth certificate applications in 2025 dropped sharply from 224000 to barely 2000Somaiya praised Maharashtras handling of the situation sayingCentral officials have acknowledged that Maharashtra has brought this issue to national attention Just like 47000 fraudulent cases were cancelled in Maharashtra similar action is being taken in other statesTaking a political dig Somaiya contrasted Devendra Fadnavis welfareoriented schemes with what he alleged were corruptionridden programs under Uddhav ThackerayThe plans that Uddhav Thackeray made were for himself his team and his people to siphon money But Devendra Fadnavis planned to give money to Ladli Behnas Somaiya said IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/kirit-somaiya-alleges-massive-birth-certificate-scam-in-maha-claims-97-per-cent-beneficiaries-are-illegal-bangladeshis-640574.html Sat, 27 Sep 2025 17:34:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/curfew-relaxed-in-leh-from-1-pm-to-3-pm-640577.html Leh Sep 27 Authorities on Saturday announced relaxation of curfew in Leh from 1 pm to 3 pm as the situation showed signs of improvement After taking the leaders of the Ladakh Apex Body LAB and Kargil Democratic Alliance KDA into confidence the curfew was relaxed to allow people to buy essential commoditiesDeadly clashes between unruly mobs and the security forces on September 24 claimed the lives of four protesters and injured 70 othersAddressing a press conference in Leh DGP SD Singh Jamwal said that in the continuing deliberations between the two apex bodies of LAB and KDA and the centre many things have already been achievedLadakh is the only region in the country where 85 per cent reservations are available to the locals Onethird of the seats in the council have been reserved for women In order to protect the local culture the Burgi and Bodi languages have been given official status When these things were going on some socalled social activists especially Sonam Wangchuk whose personal credibility is doubtful tried to hijack the situation to vitiate the peaceful environment in Ladakh the DGP saidThey started a hunger strike and despite being told that these actions would affect the ongoing talks these people ensured that about 50006000 people including antisocial elements went on a rampage destroying public propertyThe protesters burnt the office of a political party and severely beat up security forces The protesters set fire to a building where four women security personnel were inside My vehicle was also smashed and I sustained minor injuriesUnder extreme conditions the police had to open fire during which four people died he saidThere were 70 protesters and an equal number of security personnel A female injured in the protests was airlifted to Delhi for treatment I want to assure the people that the Ladakh Police has a history of service This is my second posting in Ladakh I know the psychic and the conscience of Ladakhi people We have made sacrificesThis year in three different incidents one inspector and two constables made the supreme sacrificeThe DGP said What happened on September 24 is a oneoff incident The police are here to serve the people and we work 24X7 At the same time I want to make it clear that antisocial elements will not be sparedWith open arms I want to assure the youth that we stand by you and we welcome you to join the police family and other government jobs the DGP saidAnswering a question about Sonam Wangchuk the police chief said the profile and history of Sonam Wangchuk are available on YouTubeWangchuk has been talking about Nepal Bangladesh and Sri Lanka to stoke passions He has his own agenda the DGP saidHe shared that a Pakistani terror operative who was in contact with and was sending reports about him to Pakistan has been arrestedInvestigation is going on in his FCRA violations and beyond this I cannot say because the process is on the DGP saidHe also said three Nepalese were injured when they went on a rampage and they are admitted to the hospitalThe DGP confirmed that curfew is being relaxed today in a staggered manner from 1 pm to 3 pmHe confirmed that the standard operating procedure SOP was completely followed when security forces opened fire IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/curfew-relaxed-in-leh-from-1-pm-to-3-pm-640577.html Sat, 27 Sep 2025 17:36:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/nss-general-secretary-stands-firm-on-sabarimala-meeting-640580.html Thiruvananthapuram Sep 27 Nair Service Society NSS General Secretary G Sukumaran Nair on Saturday reiterated his stance in support of the Pinarayi Vijayan government over last weeks meeting convened by the Travancore Devaswom Board which manages the Sabarimala temple Speaking to the media before addressing a public meeting at the NSS headquarters in Perunna Changanacherry Nair said he had already made his position clear and had nothing further to addNair responded to the ongoing protests against him from a section of the NSS units by saying Those who wish to protest may continue but it will not change my stance People who want to protest can go ahead Thats their choice and its directHe added that the protests would only give him a little publicity and emphasized there was no need to repeatedly question his positionLater after the meeting he told the media that he was responding to the recently held Sabarimala meeting organised with the full support of the Vijayan governmentThe equidistant policy in politics has been there for the NSS since the days of Mannathu Padmanabhan and there is no change in it said NairThe meeting primarily convened to approve the NSSs annual income and expenditure statement has drawn attention due to Nairs firm political stance particularly on the Sabarimala issue which has been a point of contention in Kerala politicsWith protests emerging across various parts of the state Nairs position is expected to generate further debate within the gatheringAmidst this Leader of the Opposition VD Satheesan weighed in on the controversy criticizing shifts in the Vijayan governments policy on Sabarimala that have shifted time and againFor the Congressled UDF we have only one position a truly secular approach which has been consistent always Satheesan saidHe accused Vijayan of changing his approach over the years claiming Till recently Vijayan was banking on minority community appeasement tactics and when it failed to win rewards he shifted to majority community appeasement We have always maintained a truly secular positionThe remarks underline the polarized debate surrounding Sabarimala where political affiliations and public sentiment intersectWhile Nair dismisses the protests as inconsequential yet acknowledges their publicity Satheesans criticism reflects the Oppositions broader concern over perceived shifts in government policyAs the NSS meeting proceeds at Perunna officials are set to finalize financial matters and the spotlight remains on the General Secretarys stance and its ripple effects across the state IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/nss-general-secretary-stands-firm-on-sabarimala-meeting-640580.html Sat, 27 Sep 2025 17:40:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/dharmasthala-case-whistleblower-took-skull-to-delhi-before-lodging-complaint-confirms-dk-shivakumar-640583.html Bengaluru Sep 27 Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar has confirmed that Chinnaiah known as the masked man has taken a skull to Delhi before lodging complaints regarding the mass grave case Speaking to the media at his residence in Sadashivanagar on Saturday Shivakumar responded to various questionsOur governments only intention is to reveal the facts of the Dharmasthala case to the public Deputy Chief Minister Shivakumar has reiterated while responding to a statement by Dharmadhikari of Dharmasthala Veerendra Heggade thanking the Congressled government for a transparent investigationFurther answering a question about Veerendra Heggades statement that the formation of the SIT Special Investigation Team has cleared the blot on him Shivakumar said Let the investigation report come out first Ill speak after that Ive seen Veerendra Heggades statement in the media Theres no point in commenting on it before the report is releasedPoliticians may say whatever they want But I represent the government and cannot speak like others Once the report is submitted either the Chief Minister or the Home Minister will issue an official statement I will speak after that he clarifiedWhen asked whether the government would take action against those who are allegedly trying to mislead the public despite the Supreme Court dismissing the PIL he replied This is not the time to discuss that A petition was filed in the Supreme Court and it was dismissedThe court directed the petitioners to approach local authorities to pursue their demand to conduct an investigation and sent them back Shivakumar maintainedNo one is speaking about the Supreme Courts directives They went all the way to Delhi with the skull But let the investigation team officially submit the report to us Shivakumar maintainedEarlier Shivakumar stirred a controversy saying that there is a conspiracy to defame the Hindu pilgrimage centre DharmasthalaThe statement caused embarrassment to the Congressled government and the BJP slammed the state governmentT Jayanth one of the activists fighting against temple authorities had stated that along with complainant Chinnaiah and others they had gone to Delhi in a car with a skull to seek guidance in the caseHeggade BJP Rajya Sabha member stated on Friday that the Special Investigation Team SIT probing the mass grave case is bringing out the truth and he expressed his gratitude to the Congressled government in the stateBJP State President B Y Vijayendra had said The Congressled government is actively aiding a systematic conspiracy aimed at discrediting and diminishing the reputation of the revered Hindu religious centre Sri Kshetra Dharmasthala IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/dharmasthala-case-whistleblower-took-skull-to-delhi-before-lodging-complaint-confirms-dk-shivakumar-640583.html Sat, 27 Sep 2025 17:43:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/mumbai-ahmedabad-bullet-train-to-be-fully-operational-by-2029-ashwini-vaishnaw-640584.html New Delhi Sep 27 The MumbaiAhmedabad bullet train will be operational by 2029 and the 50km stretch of Indias first highspeed rail corridor between Surat and Bilimora in Gujarat is expected to open by 2027 Union Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said on Saturday Vaishnaw inspected the underconstruction Surat station including track installation and the first turnout According to him people will be able to cover the distance between Mumbai and Ahmedabad in two hours and seven minutes on the bullet trains against nine hours as shown on the Google MapsOverall progress of the first bullet train project is very good The first 50 km section between Surat and Bilimora will be open by 2027 By 2028 the ThaneAhmedabad section will be commissioned and by 2029 the full MumbaiAhmedabad line will open the minister saidVaishnaw highlighted the use of modern technology to ensure safety including vibration absorption mechanisms along the track and special safety features to handle high winds and earthquakesHeavy construction work at Surat station is complete with finishing and utility work ongoing alongside track linking the minister said The first turnout where tracks converge or diverge has been installed with advanced technologies including roller bearings and composite sleepersThe main line is designed for speeds up to 320 kilometres per hour while the loop line will operate at 80 kilometres per hour The services are designed such that a train will depart every half an hour during the morning and evening peak hours Once the entire network stabilises there will be a train every 10 minutes during peak hours the minister had earlier saidThe project is expected to integrate the economies of major cities along the corridor and spur regional growth similar to Japans growth story after its highspeed railThe 508 kmlong MumbaiAhmedabad highspeed rail corridor is Indias first bullet train project The minister also indicated plans for four additional bullet train corridors in other regions of the country as outlined in the BJP manifesto IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/mumbai-ahmedabad-bullet-train-to-be-fully-operational-by-2029-ashwini-vaishnaw-640584.html Sat, 27 Sep 2025 17:44:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/government-invites-comments-on-draft-of-indian-statistical-institute-bill-2025-640587.html New Delhi Sep 27 The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation MoSPI on Saturday said it has released the draft Indian Statistical Institute Bill 2025 for public consultation from September 25 The ministry has invited comments and suggestions from all stakeholders and the general public as part of the prelegislative consultation processAs the Indian Statistical Institute ISI approaches its centenary in 2031 the proposed draft Bill is founded upon the guiding principles including excellence effective governance autonomy and accountabilityThe ISI was founded in December 1931 and has since grown into one of Indias most prestigious academic and research institutionsIn recognition of its national contribution Parliament enacted the Indian Statistical Institute Act 1959 declaring ISI an Institution of National Importance INICurrently ISI offers undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes in statistics mathematics quantitative economics computer science library and information Science cryptology and security quality management science and operations ResearchIt also conducts research programmes diplomas and certificate coursesWith about 1200 students across its centres ISI plays a key role in advancing Indias leadership in statistical sciences and allied fieldsOver the years four Review Committees have examined the functioning of ISIThe most recent chaired by Dr RA Mashelkar in 2020 recommended major reforms to strengthen governance expand academic programmes and make ISI globally competitiveThe Committee recommended that ISI must reimagine reinvent and reposition itself to regain its leadership position and remain relevant in changing times as it reaches its centenary year in 2031To address the issue a new legislation for ISI by upscaling the existing Act to the level of other existing INI legislations is being proposed putting in place a revamped governance structure making the Board of Governance a leaner and more empowered body for policy administrative and financial matters the ministry saidThe draft Bill and the prescribed format for sending comments are available on the ministrys website Suggestions may be sent by October 24 IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/government-invites-comments-on-draft-of-indian-statistical-institute-bill-2025-640587.html Sat, 27 Sep 2025 17:48:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/posters-featuring-obscene-images-of-ex-mla-mewaram-jain-removed-in-rajasthan-640588.html Jaipur Sep 27 Posters and hoardings featuring alleged obscene images of former MLA Mewaram Jain which were pasted on walls in different parts of Rajasthans Barmer Baytu and Balotra were taken down by municipal authorities on Saturday The incident triggered a fresh political storm just days after Jain returned to the Congress foldMeanwhile Congress distanced itself from the developmentsThe district units of Barmer Jaisalmer and Balotra issued a joint statement denying any involvement These objectionable posters were put up by unknown individuals The District Congress Committees have no connection with them This is an attempt to defame the party and the organisation the Congress saidThe party said strict legal action would be taken against those misusing its nameThe posters carried a message accusing the Congress of harbouring rapists and read Barmer is shamed Barmers Congress will not tolerate the disrespect of women we do not accept rapistsThe posters were marked in the name of the District Congress Committees of Barmer Jaisalmer and BalotraMunicipal Commissioner Surendra Singh Rajawat confirmed that the posters were removed swiftly and said legal action would be taken against those who installed themReacting to the controversy Jain said Even though the court has given a clean chit my opponents have put up these posters This is the height of depravityJains lawyer Sultan Singh also claimed the posters were an attempt to malign his client and the Congress adding that a police complaint has been filedJain further alleged that antisocial elements had misused his photographs and the Congress Committees nameHe demanded action against all those involved including printing press owners and hoarding contractorsJain was expelled from the Congress in January 2024 after a gangrape case was filed against him in Jodhpur under multiple sections including the POCSO Act An obscene video had also surfaced online at the timeHe remained suspended for nearly 20 months until his reinstatement was approved by the disciplinary committee of the Congress on September 22Jain met Congress incharge Sukhjinder Singh Randhawa in Delhi before his return was confirmed IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/posters-featuring-obscene-images-of-ex-mla-mewaram-jain-removed-in-rajasthan-640588.html Sat, 27 Sep 2025 17:49:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/cm-mohan-yadav-declares-balaghat-free-of-naxal-tag-640470.html Bhopal Sep 26 IANS Chief Minister Mohan Yadav announced a historic milestone on Friday declaring Balaghat the last bastion of Naxalite activity in Madhya Pradesh free of its longstanding Naxalaffected labelnbspSpeaking at a public event in Bhopal he aligned the states progress with Union Home Minister Amit Shahs pledge to eradicate Naxalism nationwide by March 2026nbspBalaghat has shed the tag of Naxalism the only Naxalaffected district has now come out With Lal Salam fading we are confident India will soon be free of this menace CM Yadav asserted while addressing a gathering assembled at the programme Urban Transformation Summit 2025 in BhopalNaxalism in Madhya Pradesh rooted in the 1980s thrived amid dense forests and tribal discontent fuelled by land alienation poverty and mining encroachmentsnbspBalaghat spanning 9429 sq km in southeastern MP bordering Chhattisgarh and Maharashtra became a hotspot due to its rugged terrain and marginalised Gond and Baiga tribesnbspRemote villages like Baihar and Lanji offered ideal hideouts for CPIMaoist guerrillas who ran janatana sarkars peoples governments redistributing land and extorting mining operations to fund their insurgency while opposing exploitative developmentThe districts violent history peaked in the 2000s with ambushes on police and infrastructure sabotagenbspA 2011 incident saw Naxals kill villagers suspected of being informers By 2021 Balaghat Mandla and Dindori were merged into a unified antiNaxal zone to streamline operations Post2015 surrenders surged over 10000 nationwide by 2025 driven by robust counterinsurgency and rehabilitation programmesnbspMP Polices Hawk Force bolstered by 325 new posts neutralised 10 Naxals in six months including clashes on January 3 in Dharamara forest February 19 on the MandlaBalaghat border four women cadres killed and June 14 four more including three women with a grenade launcher seizedBalaghat once among six national districts of concern now stands transformed with MPs Naxal footprint nearly eradicatednbspCM Yadav credited integrated security measures CRPF COBRA units and local police with development initiatives like womens selfhelp groups industrial jobs and solarpowered farming Challenges like terrainaided hideouts and IED risks persist but experts note a 40 per cent drop in violence due to infrastructure and rehabilitationnbspAs India nears its 2026 goal Balaghats turnaround signals a shift from red corridors to growth hubs heralding a new era for Madhya Pradesh https://dailyworld.in/national/cm-mohan-yadav-declares-balaghat-free-of-naxal-tag-640470.html Fri, 26 Sep 2025 15:16:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/prayed-to-ma-durga-for-new-govt-in-bengal-to-lead-state-towards-prosperity-amit-shah-640471.html Kolkata Sep 26 IANS Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday said that he had prayed to Goddess Durga for a new government in West Bengal after the Assembly elections in the state next yearnbspnbspHM Shah visited the Kalighat Temple in the morning and worshipped Goddess KalinbspI prayed to Maa Durga so that after the Assembly elections next year the people of West Bengal get such a government which would lead the state towards prosperity Let peace return in West Bengal Let us create Bengal in the way imagined by Gurudev Rabindranath Tagore the Union Home Minister said at the inauguration of the community Durga Puja pandal of Santosh Mitra Square in central Kolkata The principal organiser of this pandal is BJP councillor in Kolkata Municipal Corporation KMC Sajal GhoshThe Puja theme for Santosh Mitra Square this year is Operation Sindoor highlighting the valour of the Indian Armed Forces who demolished several terror bases in Pakistan and Pakistan occupied Kashmir in MaynbspSpeaking on the occasion the Union Home Minister also said that he sincerely hopes that after the elections next year West Bengal will reemerge as a safe prosperous and peaceful statenbspHe also expressed condolences for the families of 10 individuals in West Bengal including eight in Kolkata who died from electrocution on Tuesday There had been torrential rainfall in West Bengal before the Durga Puja A total of ten people have died I express my condolences to the families of the victims Shah saidMay the festival of Durga Puja in West Bengal which is a globally acclaimed occasion now lead the state towards the path of prosperity Our leader and Prime Minister Narendra Modi dreams of Vikshit Bharat through the route of prosperous Bengal Let his dreams be fulfilled the Union Home Minister saidnbspHM Shah also recollected iconic educationist social reformer and philanthropist Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar on the occasion of the latters birth anniversarynbspHis contribution towards academic development will never be forgotten He dedicated his entire life to the Bengali language the traditions of Bengal and the education of women of Bengal the Union Home Minister saidnbspHM Shah arrived in Kolkata on Thursday and said Be it the Durga Puja of West Bengal or the GarbaRas of Gujarat the entire country is engaged in the worship of Mother Durga with enthusiasm and devotion https://dailyworld.in/national/prayed-to-ma-durga-for-new-govt-in-bengal-to-lead-state-towards-prosperity-amit-shah-640471.html Fri, 26 Sep 2025 15:20:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/cm-yogi-distributes-scholarships-to-nearly-4-lakh-students-says-discrimination-in-scheme-has-ended-640472.html Lucknow Sep 26 IANS Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Friday distributed scholarships to nearly 4 lakh students He said that the era of discrimination in the scheme has now come to an endnbspA total of Rs 8997 crore was deposited in the bank accounts of 396602 students in the statenbspThe distribution of scholarships is aimed at enhancing the educational environment as well as ensuring that children focus on studies without worrying about financesnbspSpeaking at the event Yogi said that earlier scholarships were often delayed and restricted with many students deprived of their duenbspToday scholarships are directly credited to students accounts through DBT In the past thousands were left out but now with verification through technology and Artificial Intelligence the system has become transparent and inclusive Minority students too are being provided with advanced facilities he saidnbspCM Yogi underlined the importance of education as the foundation of social upliftmentnbspBabasaheb used to say that no government can ensure welfare without good education We must use the best facilities provided by the government to move forward instead of becoming dependent on the government he saidnbspHe said the government is continuously expanding the scope of scholarshipsnbspCM Yogi also invoked Indias journey towards 2047 This year marks the Centenary Resolution Year We are moving ahead with the 2047 Resolution Campaign to lay the foundation of a developed India and a developed Uttar Pradesh he saidnbspHe further warned against divisive forces that he said once enslaved the country and are now trying to obstruct development under Prime Minister Narendra Modis leadershipThey are working to divide society Our efforts should be to unite people to ensure that every child especially the deprived gets access to quality education he addednbspThe Chief Minister also recalled that before 2017 there was discrimination in the distribution of scholarships When our government came to power in 2017 we cleared scholarships for 201617 and 201718 simultaneously he saidnbspOn the occasion the Chief Minister symbolically handed over scholarship cheques to selected students https://dailyworld.in/national/cm-yogi-distributes-scholarships-to-nearly-4-lakh-students-says-discrimination-in-scheme-has-ended-640472.html Fri, 26 Sep 2025 15:27:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/gitansh-tvs-opens-in-hoshiarpur-promises-sales-and-service-excellence-640475.html Hoshiarpur September 25 2025 A new chapter was added to Hoshiarpurs automobile sector with the grand unveiling of Gitansh TVS showroom The inauguration of the stateoftheart outlet wasnbsp conducted by Mr Arbind Kumar Gupta AVP amp Regional Business Head RBH North Zone TVS Motor Company who attended the event as the Chief Guest On this occasion Mr P Binoy Kumar Regional Manager Service North TVS Motor Company and Mr Luv Goyal Managing Director Gitansh TVS were also presentMr Arbind Kumar Gupta said after inaugurating the outlet This newly launched showroom is equipped with stateoftheart facilities and will offer all major TVS models in categories of bikes scooters EVs and even mopeds to customers under one roofThe outlet showcases stylish bikes under the TVS Apache Series Apache 310 Apache 180 and Apache 160 The Ronin 225 cc TVS Raider TVS Sport TVS Radeon too are part of the ensemble In the scooter category Jupiter 125 cc and Jupiter 113 cc Smart Connect are availablenbsp The ecofriendly option of TVS iQube Electric Scooter is also part of the product portfolio at Gitansh TVS reflecting TVSs commitment to sustainable mobility Not only bikes and scooters even mopeds are part of the product offerings Moped XL100 is on display The price of two wheelers at Gitansh TVS ranges from 43000 to 300000Mr Luv Goyal Managing Director of Gitansh TVS Motors said Our showroom is spread over a sprawling 5000 square feet space We aim to provide the best TVS products and services to the people of Hoshiarpur and nearby areasnbspLuv Goyal added The outlet is strategically located to serve a large catchment area Apart from Hoshiarpur city it will cater to areas like Chabbewal on Chandigarh Road Mehtiana on Phagwara Road Mandiala on Jalandhar Road Bhikhowal on Dasuya Road Lachowal on Tanda Road and areas on Chintpurni Road and Una Road tooMr P Binoy Kumar said TVS has always been committed to delivering quality service to its customers This showroom is a major step towards providing the best automotive experience in this region both during the purchase process and in the post buying phase with immaculate follow up in order to deliver top class automobile after sale service https://dailyworld.in/national/gitansh-tvs-opens-in-hoshiarpur-promises-sales-and-service-excellence-640475.html Fri, 26 Sep 2025 15:44:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/mig-21-added-many-proud-moments-to-military-aviation-journey-rajnath--640480.html Chandigarh Sep 26 Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday said the MiG21 is not only an aircraft or a machine but a national pride and a testimony to the deep ties between India and RussianbspNoting that the over 60yearold journey of the MiG21 is unmatched he said the mighty machine picked up the burden of the countrys security on its wings for decades and shaped our confidence and strengthened our strategynbspThe defence minister was addressed a gathering at the decommissioning ceremony of the Russianorigin MiG21 at the Chandigarh Air Force Station herenbspThe iconic MikoyanGurevich MiG21 fighter jets which have been the backbone of Indian Air Forces IAF combat fleet flew for the last time in Indian skies here on Friday bringing the curtain down on a 62yearlong journey The MiG21 fighter jets have been part of the IAFs combat fleet since the 1960sRemembering the valour of the armed forces Singh said the MiG21 has a big contribution in their journey of braverynbspWe gathered here for the final operational sortie of MiG21nbsp Being amongst you I have emotions of pride and gratitude Singh saidnbspWhen we are today giving a sendoff to MiG 21 from its operational journey I feel that we are giving a sendoff to a chapter which will be written in golden letters in military aviation history he saidnbspMiG21 is not only an aircraft or a machine but it is also a proof of deep ties between India and Russia he statedThe history of military aviation is incredible he said adding MiG21 aircraft added many proud moments in the military aviation journeynbspIn the history of the worlds military aviation there has not been any fighter jet which was made in such a big number he statednbspOver 11500 MiG 21 aircraft were made worldwide and of them 850 fighter jets remained part of the IAF he said and added This number is the testimony of this aircrafts popularity credibility and multidimensional capabilitynbspMiG21 has been a witness to many brave works Its contribution has not been limited to one incident or a war he said as he recalled its role in the 1971 war with Pakistan 1999 Kargil conflict as well as 2019 Balakot air strikesRecalling the many occasions when MiG21 proved its decisive capacity he said From 1971 war to Kargil war or from Balakot air strikes to Operation Sindoor there was no such occasion when MiG21 did not provide tremendous power to our armed forcesnbspWho can forget the 1971 war During a war against Pakistan the day MiG21 attacked the Dhaka Governor House in adverse conditions that day the outline of the outcome of the battle was decided he saidnbspBe it any historic mission MiG21 always kept the honour of the national flag high This farewell is of our collective memories and national pride and of this journey of courage sacrifice and excellence he saidSingh said he was seeing the MiG21 journey from a different perspective as wellnbspThis perspective is also giving a glimpse of traditions of ancient India Our ancient culture teaches that the presence of God is not only in living but also in nonliving things the minister saidnbspWe consider this land our mother and ourselves its children You must have seen that when a new house is built we perform puja before entering it If we have a new car we perform puja for itnbspIn a few days on Dussehra we perform Shastra puja This tradition is not only faith and belief it is an emotion of our gratitude towards each tool each system and each instrument which protect and empower us he saidOur civilisation and our culture teach us that respect should not only be given to a human being but also to everything which made some contribution in our lives Singh saidnbspWhen we give respect to every small and big thing then MiG21 is our national pride and it has been a shield of our defence and a symbol of our strength and then how can we leave its respect he statednbspnbspWhen we gathered here to give farewell to MiG21 it should not be seen as a formal military ceremony but as an expansion of cultural tradition he saidnbspnbspThe way we give respect to a soldier on his retirement the same way we are today giving respect to this mighty machine which picked up the burden of our security on its wings for decades he saidEverybody knows about its valour he said adding the aircraft is deeply embedded in its countrys emotions and memories Hailing the role of the aircraft he said the 60yearold journey of MiG21 is unmatchednbspFor us this is not a fighter jet but like a family member and with which our attachment is quite deep he saidnbspHe said the MiG21 shaped our confidence strengthened our strategy and helped us in establishing at the global stage This fighter jet faced each challenge in its journey and proved its capability every time he assertednbspThe minister made it clear that the MiG21 that were being used till now were 40year old while those inducted in the 1960s and 1970s were out of service for a long timeWhen there is talk of MiG21 it is often said that IAF was flying 60yearold aircraft I want to clarify an important fact that the MiG21 which came to the armed forces in the 1960s and 1970s have already been out of service a long time ago he saidnbspMiG 21 aircraft which we were flying till now were maximum 40yearold The 40year lifetime for the standards of such aircraft is completely normal he assertednbspIn several countries such fighter jets are kept active till such time he said stressing that MiG21 had been kept updated technicallyAgencies https://dailyworld.in/national/mig-21-added-many-proud-moments-to-military-aviation-journey-rajnath--640480.html Fri, 26 Sep 2025 16:05:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/paper-chor-gaddi-chhor-rahul-gandhi-on-paper-leaks-joblessness-640483.html New Delhi Sep 26 IANS Highlighting unemployment as the biggest challenge Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Friday hit out at the frequent alleged paper leaks in staff selection exams sharing a new slogan Paper Chor Gaddi Chhor to target the BJPnbspGandhi showed solidarity with jobless youth and pointed to a recent paper leak in Uttarakhand saying Today the BJPs other name is Paper Chor paper thief Repeated paper leaks across the country have ruined the lives and dreams of millions of hardworking youthIn a sharp attack on the BJP on the social media platform X Gandhi said The paper leak in Uttarakhand is the latest example Millions of youth worked day and night but the BJP ruined all their hard work by stealingnbspSlamming the Union government for alleged inaction and failure to prevent paper leaks the Congress MP from Raebareli said We have been continuously demanding that a robust and transparent system be established to prevent paper leaks But the Modi government is turning a blind eye to this because they are concerned not with youth unemployment but with their own powerGandhi also criticised the government for alleged failure to address unemployment Unemployment is the countrys biggest problem today and it is directly linked to vote theft Paper Chors know that even if youth dont get jobs they will remain in power by stealing votes in electionsnbspYouth are on the streets chanting Paper Chor Gaddi Chhor Paper Thieves Vacate the Throne he saidnbspGandhi described the fight against paper leaks as crucial for democracy This isnt just a fight for youth jobs its a fight for justice and democracy I stand firmly with every student and youth in this fight for justiceThe slogan circulated by Gandhi on Friday is the latest version of his earlier slogan Vote Chor Gaddi Chhor Vote thief Vacate the Throne which he has been shouting at political rallies accusing the BJP of manipulating elections in collusion with the Election Commission of IndianbspIn a social media post on September 23 Gandhi identified joblessness as the biggest challenge before the youth claiming that unemployment levels had risen to the highest in 45 yearsnbspWhen any government comes to power by winning the trust of the people its first duty is to provide employment and opportunities to the youth But the BJP does not win elections honestly they stay in power by stealing votes and holding institutions captive Thats why unemployment has reached its highest level in 45 years he wrote on X https://dailyworld.in/national/paper-chor-gaddi-chhor-rahul-gandhi-on-paper-leaks-joblessness-640483.html Fri, 26 Sep 2025 16:18:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/ladakh-activist-sonam-wangchuk-arrested-after-leh-violence-640484.html Leh Sep 26 IANS Ladakh activist Sonam Wangchuk was arrested on Friday two days after violent protests demanding statehood rocked Leh leaving four people dead and nearly 90 others injurednbspThe Union Ministry of Home Affairs MHA has directly blamed Wangchuk for instigating the unrestnbspThe arrest also comes a day after the MHA cancelled the registration of Wangchuks nonprofit Students Educational and Cultural Movement of Ladakh SECMOL to receive contributions from abroad under the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act or FCRA 2010Following the clashes curfew was imposed in Leh and Kargil to restore order Ladakh Police have registered multiple FIRs and detained over 50 peoplenbspOfficials said that mobs resorted to arson targeting the BJP office the Hill Council building and several vehicles including those belonging to security forces Petrol bombs were reportedly used in the attacksnbspThe four civilians killed in security force firing have been identified as Tsewang Tharchin 46 of Skurbuchan a retired Ladakh Scouts soldier Stanzin Namgayal 24 of Igoo Jigmet Dorjay of Kharnakling and Rinchen Dadul 21 of Hanu Their bodies were handed over to their families on ThursdayAmong the 90 injured seven sustained serious injuries and 20 suffered major trauma One critically injured person was airlifted to New Delhi for treatment while 18 remain hospitalised including seven who underwent major surgeriesnbspThe Leh district administration has ordered the closure of all schools colleges coaching centres and Anganwadi centres for two days starting September 26 Authorities are also probing the role of outsiders including youth from Nepal and Jammus Doda district some of whom were among the injuredThe MHA and the UT administration have warned of strict action against those involved in the violence with some likely to face charges under the Public Safety Act PSA Police sources said two Congress councillors are also under investigation for their alleged rolenbspMeanwhile to prevent further escalation prohibitory orders banning the assembly of more than five people have been imposed across Leh and extended to Kargil where the Kargil Democratic Alliance KDA had called for a shutdown https://dailyworld.in/national/ladakh-activist-sonam-wangchuk-arrested-after-leh-violence-640484.html Fri, 26 Sep 2025 16:47:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/factually-incorrect-entirely-baseless-india-slams-nato-chiefs-comments--640485.html New Delhi Sep 26 IANS India on Friday reacted strongly to NATO SecretaryGeneral Mark Ruttes comments about Prime Minister Narendra Modi speaking with Russian President Vladimir Putin on the issue of tariffs imposed by the United States terming the statement as factually incorrect and entirely baselessnbspWe have seen the statement by NATO SecretaryGeneral Mr Mark Rutte regarding a purported phone conversation between Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi and President Vladimir Putin of Russia This statement is factually incorrect and entirely baseless At no point has Prime Minister Modi spoken with President Putin in the manner suggested No such conversation has taken place said Ministry of External Affairs MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal during a weekly media briefing in New Delhi on FridayWe expect the leadership of an important and esteemed institution like NATO to exercise greater responsibility and accuracy in public statements Speculative or careless remarks that misrepresent the Prime Ministers engagements or suggest conversations that never occurred are unacceptable he addednbspRutte while speaking to CNN journalist Christiane Amanpour on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly summit in New York had claimed that the tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump on India over Russian oil imports are having a major impact on MoscowThe former Prime Minister of the Netherlands mentioned that amid the US move of imposing 50 per cent tariffs on India Prime Minister Modi had reached out to Putin to seek clarity on his Ukraine strategynbspThis tariff immediately impacts Russia because that means Delhi is now on the phone with Vladimir Putin in Moscow and Narendra Modi is asking him I support you but could you explain to me your strategy because I have now been hit by these 50 per cent tariffs by the United States Rutte told AmanpournbspSlamming the NATO chiefs comments the MEA on Friday reiterated that India would continue to take decisions independently on energyAs previously stated Indias energy imports are meant to ensure predictable and affordable energy costs to the Indian consumer India will continue taking all necessary measures to safeguard its national interests and economic security said JaiswalnbspIndia has previously cautioned the NATO chief against any double standards on sanctioning countries trading with RussiaIn July Rutte during his visit to Washington had stated that China India and Brazil could face severe economic sanctions if they continue doing business with RussianbspWe have seen reports on the subject and are closely following the developments Let me reiterate that securing the energy needs of our people is understandably an overriding priority for us In this endeavour we are guided by what is available in the markets and also by prevailing global circumstances We would particularly caution against any double standards on the matter Jaiswal had said during a regular media briefing on July 17 https://dailyworld.in/national/factually-incorrect-entirely-baseless-india-slams-nato-chiefs-comments--640485.html Fri, 26 Sep 2025 17:21:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/omar-abdullah-calls-sonam-wangchuks-arrest-unfortunate-blames-centre-for-breaking-promises-640486.html Srinagar Sep 26 IANS Jammu and Kashmir CM Omar Abdullah on Friday termed the arrest of Ladakhi climate activist Sonam Wangchuk as very unfortunate as he blamed the Union government for not honouring its promisesnbspThe Chief Minister initially expressed ignorance about Wangchuks arrest but then told reporters that the arrest of the climate activist was very unfortunatenbspHe accused the Union government of repeatedly backtracking on promises made to the people of LadakhnbspI dont know why the Central government backtracks on the promises it made to the people of Ladakh just like promises were made to us in Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah told reporters adding that before the last Hill Council elections in Leh a Union Minister had visited the region at a time when locals had announced a boycott of the pollsThat Union Minister made certain promises after which people participated in the elections and the BJP emerged victorious Those assurances remain unfulfilled he saidnbspReplying to a query about allegations that he justified the violence in Leh the Chief Minister rejected the charge and criticised the Leader of Opposition LoP in Jammu and Kashmir assembly and BJP leader Sunil Sharma for making habitual excusesnbspI have never justified violence nor am I the Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh The LoP should stop making excuses What is the fault of the people of Jammu and Kashmir Just because he is the LoP and not the Chief Minister the Central government refuses to restore statehood CM Abdullah askedNational Conference NC President and former Chief Minister Farooq Abdullah told a press conference on Thursday that the protests in Leh were not stoked by outside powers but were the result of broken promisesnbspFarooq Abdullah warned the Union government of the serious consequences of the strife continuing in the sensitive border area of Ladakh when what he called China is sitting on our headnbspMeanwhile curfew continued in the Leh town for the third consecutive day on Friday and in Kargil town where it was imposed on ThursdaynbspOfficials said the situation is peaceful and no decision has yet been taken on relaxing the imposed curfew to allow life to limp back to normal in the region https://dailyworld.in/national/omar-abdullah-calls-sonam-wangchuks-arrest-unfortunate-blames-centre-for-breaking-promises-640486.html Fri, 26 Sep 2025 17:43:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/pm-modi-to-launch-inaugurate-projects-worth-rs-60-000-crore-in-odisha-tomorrow-640487.html New Delhi Sep 26 IANS Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Odisha on Saturday to lay the foundation stone and inaugurate multiple development projects worth over Rs 60000 crore in Jharsuguda an official statement mentioned on FridaynbspThese projects span across telecommunications railways higher education healthcare skill development rural housing sectors among others He will also address a public gathering on the occasionnbspIn the field of telecom connectivity the Prime Minister will commission more than 97500 mobile 4G towers built at a cost of around Rs 37000 crore with Swadeshi technology said the statementnbspThis includes more than 92600 4G technology sites commissioned by BSNLnbspOver 18900 4G sites have been funded under the Digital Bharat Nidhi which will connect around 26700 unconnected villages in remote border and leftwing extremismaffected areas serving over 20 lakh new subscribers it saidnbspThese towers are solarpowered making them Indias largest cluster of green telecom sites and a step forward in sustainable infrastructureThe Prime Minister will lay foundation stone and dedicate to the nation important railway projects that will boost connectivity and regional growthnbspThese include foundation stone for Rail Flyover at SambalpurSarla dedication to the nation of the doubling of the KoraputBaiguda line and the ManabarKoraputGorapur linenbspThese projects will significantly improve freight and passenger movement in Odisha and neighbouring states strengthening local industries and tradenbspnbspOn the occasion the Prime Minister will also flag off the Amrit Bharat Express between Berhampur and Udhna Surat providing affordable and comfortable connectivity across states supporting tourism creating employment opportunities and linking key economic districtsPM Modi will also lay the foundation stones for the expansion of eight IITs Tirupati Palakkad Bhilai Jammu Dharwad Jodhpur Patna and Indore at an investment of around Rs 11000 crorenbspThe expansion will create capacity for 10000 new students over the next four years and will establish eight stateoftheart research parks thereby strengthening Indias innovation ecosystem and providing a strong push to research and developmentnbspThe Prime Minister will launch MERITE scheme designed to improve quality equity research and innovation in 275 state engineering and polytechnic institutions across the country said the statementnbspHe will also launch Odisha Skill Development Project Phase II which will establish World Skill Centres in Sambalpur and Berhampur covering emerging sectors such as AgriTech Renewable Energy Retail Marine and HospitalityFurther five ITIs will be upgraded into Utkarsh ITIs 25 ITIs will be developed as Centres of Excellence and a new Precision Engineering Building will provide advanced technical trainingnbspTo enhance digital education in the state PM Modi will dedicate WiFi facilities across 130 higher education institutions providing free daily data access to benefit more than 25 lakh studentsnbspHealthcare infrastructure in Odisha will also receive a significant boost during the Prime Ministers visit He will lay the foundation stone for the upgradation of MKCG Medical College in Berhampur and VIMSAR in Sambhalpur into worldclass superspeciality hospitalsThe upgraded facilities will include enhanced bed capacity trauma care units dental colleges maternal and child care services and expanded academic infrastructure ensuring comprehensive health services for the people of OdishanbspIn addition the Prime Minister will distribute sanction orders to 50000 beneficiaries under the Antyodaya Gruha Yojana The scheme provides pucca houses and financial assistance to vulnerable rural families including persons with disabilities widows individuals suffering from terminal illness and victims of natural calamitiesnbspThis initiative reflects the governments commitment to ensuring social welfare and dignity for the most disadvantaged sections of society https://dailyworld.in/national/pm-modi-to-launch-inaugurate-projects-worth-rs-60-000-crore-in-odisha-tomorrow-640487.html Fri, 26 Sep 2025 22:06:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/rahul-gandhi-appeals-to-govt-to-expedite-relief-efforts-in-rain-hit-marathwada--640307.html New Delhi Sep 25 IANS As heavy rains continue to lash Marathwada in Maharashtra leading to loss of lives and livestock plus extensive damage to crops Leader of Opposition LoP in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Thursday expressed condolences to the affected families and appealed to the government to expedite relief effortsnbspTaking to X LoP Rahul Gandhi said The news of loss of lives and extensive damage to crops due to heavy rainfall in Marathwada Maharashtra is extremely heartbreaking In this difficult time my condolences are with all the affected familiesnbspHe also appealed to the government and administration to expedite relief efforts and after assessing the crop devastation provide complete assistance to the farmersLoP Gandhi also urged Congress leaders and workers to cooperate with the Maharashtra administration and provide all possible help to those in neednbspIt is pertinent to note here that Congress leader Vijay Wadettiwar on Thursday announced that he would donate his six months income to help the growers in distressnbspAfter the ruling MahaYuti leaders including the BJPs Maharashtra chief Ravindra Chavan and Deputy Chief Ministers Eknath Shinde and Ajit Pawar and their partymen announced that they would give one months salary to rainaffected farmers in Maharashtra Congress leaders have come to the fore with bigger pledgesnbspPointing out that the crop damage was widespread Vijay Wadettiwar said that one months salary wont be of much help and that six months income should be donatedStating that farmers have incurred heavy losses due to the rain fury in the state the Opposition leader said that everyone should come forward and help the farmers to the maximum extent possible to pull them out of distressnbspAfter the rains and flooding crops have been affected by yellow mosaic virus further adding to the woes of farmers the Congress leader told the medianbspHe also demanded that the Agriculture Minister should conduct a panchnama of the crop loss and announce Rs 50000 per hectare as compensationnbspWadettiwar said that if the Maharashtra government does not come forward to help it will be responsible for the plight of farmers in Vidarbha and MarathwadaOn Wednesday he said that the small amount announced by the Maharashtra government is a cruel jokenbspThe Congress and NCPSP demanded that the government declare a wet drought in the statenbspNotably Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis informed that the government has already sanctioned Rs 2215 crore financial assistance to 3164 lakh farmersnbspThe Chief Minister said that out of this Rs 1829 crore has been distributed at the district level and will be deposited in the bank accounts of the farmers in the next 8 to 10 days https://dailyworld.in/national/rahul-gandhi-appeals-to-govt-to-expedite-relief-efforts-in-rain-hit-marathwada--640307.html Thu, 25 Sep 2025 14:39:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/age-just-a-number-pm-modi-should-be-bjps-face-for-future-elections-cm-fadnavis-640308.html Mumbai Sep 25 IANS Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Thursday said Prime Minister Narendra Modis age is merely a number and that he should remain the face of the BJP for the upcoming many elections as he has done a splendid job and under his leadership the country is advancing wellnbspIn his interview at the India Today conclave the Chief Minister spoke about the BJPs next president I work in the BJP You people also track us closely In our party where to work isnt the decision of a party worker as the party decides that So for now I know that for five years I am here in Maharashtra BJP will solve the issue of choosing a national president Dont worry about that Names for the contenders are only for the news items Even the RSS chief said that its the BJPs job And I am not competent because I am not a part of the parliamentary board I am a part of the elections committee he saidHe further added Its not the question of proximity with the RSS And every swayamsevak is equally close to the RSS chief And thats true that I am from Nagpur and the RSS chief knows me from my childhood When we were together in Nagpur I and Nitin Gadkari ji were there in the capacity of leaders of Maharashtra and swayamsevaknbspCM Fadnavis took a swipe at Congress MP Rahul Gandhis call to Indias Gen Z to play a decisive role in stopping the alleged vote theft saying that whoever is in love with Nepal can stay therenbspThe young people of India do not have the time to protest Gen Z thinks differently Rahul Gandhi alone is hopeless he does not have anyone else to bring down the government His appeal to Gen Z will not work said the chief minister in a reply to a question on the oppositions call to the nations Gen Z population to carry out something massive like the recent protests in Nepal that toppled the previous KP Sharma Oliled governmentThe CM acknowledged the historic ties between Nepal and India but said that the two neighbours are very different today India has made huge developments becoming the fourthlargest economy in the world The young people of our nation work in startup ecosystems as well as in sectors like AI engineering and biotechnology The young people of India have taken over the world he saidnbspOn the recent protests by proMaratha reservation activist Manoj Jarange Patil CM Fadnavis said his agitation is now over but no problem settles permanently So we are trying to support the Maratha community he addednbspCommenting on his posters and advertisements put up across the state after the conclusion of Jarange Patils agitation the Chief Minister said They were put up by my party where they have used the term Devabhau which is common That advertisement was a statement What we can do Some people got disturbed by that advertisement But we have delivered a promise to the Maratha community by not disturbing or snatching anybodys rightThe problem of reservation isnt new Its been there for more than 40 years I chose to address those problems Having aspirations is not bad If any society thinks we need more things to progress that is good But we need to balance things We are an evolving society In OBCs noncreamy layer norm is there Those who have a good income dont need those facilities he saidnbspEven the Supreme Court indicated that we need to introduce a creamy layer then only those who are needy will get benefits After the Supreme Court ruled that states are constitutionally empowered to make subclassifications within the Scheduled Castes SC quota as they form a socially heterogeneous class a committee has been formed In the upcoming days we will put this in the public domain he announcedOn the functioning of the Mahayuti government in Maharashtra the CM said I know I am here for the full 5year term And so are Dy CMs Eknath Shinde and Ajit Pawar we will go together in the 2029 polls alsonbspHe said My caste is not the issue everyone knows it Because caste is only in the minds of leaders opposition not in the minds of peoplenbspWe all three leaders are very seasoned We know our boundaries All can have aspirations but we know where to draw the line So there is no problem We will go together in 2029 also There is no doubt that Shinde and Ajit Pawar will be with us In politics there will be different decisions also so maybe my party may think differently next time So its not like that Ajit Pawar and Eknath Shinde cant become CM in future he commentednbspHe claimed that some urban naxaltype organisations were with the INDIA bloc and they set the narrative of change in Samvidhan during the Lok Sabha polls So we were unable to strike it down But in Vidhan Sabha elections we have successfully achieved what we have set for he said https://dailyworld.in/national/age-just-a-number-pm-modi-should-be-bjps-face-for-future-elections-cm-fadnavis-640308.html Thu, 25 Sep 2025 15:13:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/ladakh-youth-driven-to-violence-after-peaceful-protest-failed-to-produce-results-says-farooq-abdullah-640309.html Srinagar Sep 25 IANS Former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister and president of the ruling National Conference NC Dr Farooq Abdullah said on Thursday that violence in Ladakh erupted after peaceful protests failed to produce the desired result and he urged the Centre to start a dialogue with the agitating people of the regionnbspAddressing a media conference here Dr Abdullah said the unrest in Ladakh was internal and started by the locals and there was no conspiracy involvednbspHe warned the Central government that neglecting their longstanding demands could deepen unrest in the sensitive Himalayan regionThe recent violent incidents in Leh were the direct outcome of years of unaddressed grievances Ladakhis have been demanding inclusion under the Sixth Schedule and restoration of statehood for the past five years but have only received vague assurances Whatever happened in Ladakh was not good People have been struggling peacefully under the leadership of Sonam Wangchuk who adopted Gandhian methods but nothing came out of it When the youth of Leh realised their voices were being ignored they resorted to violence Abdullah remarkedHe asserted that Sonam Wangchuk himself had maintained nonviolence but growing frustration pushed the youth to actnbspSonam Wangchuk didnt do anything but the youth of Ladakh did and they are fighting for their rights Abdullah saidnbspThe NC leader warned that Ladakhs strategic position made the situation more delicate China is on our head The Government of India must negotiate and settle this issue Every time something happens they blame outsiders but we have a bitter experience of broken promises Kashmir was told that statehood would be given after delimitation then after elections but nothing happened The same betrayal is being repeated with Ladakh he saidAbdullah argued that the issue should not be allowed to prolong It is time to settle the matter and turn promises into action Delhi must move faster The people of Ladakh have been let down he assertednbspSpeaking of the border issue he said the Chinese occupation could not be hiddennbspThe whole World knows how much Indian land is in the possession of China For how long can we take shelter in lies It is time to face reality Ladakh is sensitive and China has never accepted the McMahon Line since Nehrus time he saidnbspHe also spoke of the international pressures mentioning thatnbsp US President Donald Trump recently claimed that India was supporting the Ukraine war This is not true India does not support any war But such statements show the global spotlight on our region Abdullah observednbspHe urged restraint and rejected the path of confrontation NC will never accept a way where youths suffer I dont want bloodshed We need dialogue understanding and honesty he saidIt must be mentioned that the violence by unruly mobs in Leh has given the NC leadership including Dr Farooq Abdullah and Omar Abdullah an opportunity to press for their demand for restoration of statehood to JampKnbspThere has been no condemnation of the unruly behaviour of the mob in Leh that burned down the BJP office the office of the Leh Apex body and torched a CRPF vehicle in addition to other vehicles belonging to local BJP activistsnbspFour protesters were killed and over 70 were injured in clashes between the unruly mob and the security forces in Leh town on WednesdaynbspOfficials said the security forces had to open fire in selfdefence when the mob set fire to the CRPF vehicle and intended to burn alive the CRPF jawans inside the vehiclenbspThe LG administration has warned that while dialogue is always the intention of the Central government unruly behaviour of arsonists and stone pelters wont be tolerated https://dailyworld.in/national/ladakh-youth-driven-to-violence-after-peaceful-protest-failed-to-produce-results-says-farooq-abdullah-640309.html Thu, 25 Sep 2025 15:15:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/zubeen-garg-death-if-sit-fails-we-will-hand-over-probe-to-cbi-says-assam-cm-640313.html Guwahati Sep 25 IANS Amid mounting public concern over the probe into the death of Assams music icon Zubeen Garg Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Thursday appealed for patience assuring that justice would be deliverednbspTalking to reporters Sarma said the Special Investigation Team SIT handling the case should be given timenbspIf the SIT fails to make headway and people in Assam remain dissatisfied we will recommend a transfer of the investigation to the CBI he saidnbspThe Chief Minister also dismissed speculation regarding the late singers digital and personal accountsnbspHe clarified that Gargs wife Garima Garg had never approached the government seeking control over his social media handles or other assetsIf these accounts are with Siddharth Sharma and a handover to his wife was being considered I must state that Garima Garg has not made any such request Should the family require it she would inform the authorities directly as the Commissioner of Police remains in daily contact with her At present the familys only demand is for justice Sarma addednbspThe state government has constituted a SIT to conduct a comprehensive and transparent probe into the circumstances of his deathnbspSarma who chaired a highlevel review meeting with the Director General of Police senior CID officials and the Chief Secretary on Wednesday announced that the SIT would comprise some of the best officers of Assam Police and would work independently with complete professional integrityHe reassured the people of Assam that no stone will be left unturned in the probenbspThe SIT will be headed by Special DGP CID MP Gupta with Rosie Kalita SSP CM Vigilance appointed as the Chief Investigating OfficernbspSeveral senior officials including Additional SPs Deputy SPs Inspectors and SubInspectors drawn from CID and other districts have been inducted as Additional and Assistant Investigating OfficersnbspAll officers attached to the SIT will remain on the team until the completion of the investigation According to officials the SIT is mandated to work within strict timelines and ensure transparency at every stage of the enquiry https://dailyworld.in/national/zubeen-garg-death-if-sit-fails-we-will-hand-over-probe-to-cbi-says-assam-cm-640313.html Thu, 25 Sep 2025 17:29:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/delhi-cm-launches-11-cats-ambulances-organ-donation-portal-640314.html New Delhi Sep 25 IANS Launching Delhis own organ donation portal Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Thursday dedicated 11 new Centralised Accident and Trauma Services CATS to the people promising to induct another 53 such lifesaving emergency vehicles in OctobernbspAddressing a gathering at the launch of the 11 new ambulances CM Gupta said The government is committed to improving medical facilities in the citynbspPointing to Prime Minister Narendra Modis call to eradicate TB from the country she said the Delhi government has screened 56000 people and detected nearly 1000 TB patients in its first 100 daysnbspShe said that for modern testing of TB 40 Truenat machines 10 PathoDetect machines and 27 handheld Xray machines have been provided by the Delhi governmentA digital portal for organ donation has also been launched and a new DEIC centre has been started at Nehru Bal Chikitsalaya she wrote on XnbspAdditionally 11 new CATS ambulances have also been dedicated to public service All these initiatives will further strengthen Delhis health infrastructure and give every citizen the confidence of better and modern treatment she said on XnbspOur government has for the first time reached health services to every individual through the permanent appointment of nurses the establishment of hundreds of Ayushman Arogya Mandirs the arrangement of stateoftheart testing machines and largescale screening campaigns she saidCM Gupta said the government has also launched a portal on which organ donors will be able to register We also plan to create a state body to streamline organ donation It will be modelled on the Central governments National Organ and Tissue Transplant Organisation NOTTO which is a nationallevel organisationnbspDelhi government Cabinet Minister Pankaj Kumar Singh was also present at the programmenbspThe Chief Minister said that the launches on Thursday were part of the 75 schemes and welfare projects to be dedicated to the public during the governments 15day Seva Pakhwada being observed to celebrate PM Modis birthday The Pakhwada is being observed from September 17 to October 2 https://dailyworld.in/national/delhi-cm-launches-11-cats-ambulances-organ-donation-portal-640314.html Thu, 25 Sep 2025 17:36:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/gautam-adani-calls-upon-young-entrepreneurs-to-shape-indias-second-freedom-struggle-640315.html Ahmedabad Sep 25 IANS Gautam Adani Chairman of the Adani Group on Thursday touched upon the role of young entrepreneurs in shaping what he called Indias second freedom struggle a fight not for independence from foreign rule but for independence in technology and social innovation that uplifts every community bridges divides and strengthens the fabric of democracynbspIn his address at the fourth edition of Adani Green Talks hosted here Gautam Adani said we have to join our nations second freedom struggle freedom from inequality freedom from inertia and freedom from indifferenceAnd that freedom to dream boldly my friends is what Green Talks is all about Built on the belief that every fresh idea contains the blueprint for transformation It reminds us that growth is not linear it is unpredictable and often invisible the billionaire industrialist saidnbspThat is until suddenly a green shoot breaks through the surface announcing a new chapter of freedom and hope And within that tender green shoot is embedded the essence of every great dream that has gone on to create history the Adani Group Chairman notedIn just three editions of Green Talks hundreds of dreams have been evaluated and 15 remarkable companies have shared their visions on the stagenbspIn a world where nine out of ten startups fade it has been fascinating to see how many of our dreamers have already beaten the odds said Gautam AdaninbspHe further stated that as an entrepreneur I know firsthand what it means to dream After all it is only the dreamers who dare to leave marks that even history cannot erase But even within the many entrepreneurs I meet those that humble me the most are the social entrepreneurs They begin not in search of fortune but in search of to build a better societyGautam Adani said that the eventual objective is to make Green Talks more than a stagenbspIt should become a living platform of collaboration where Indias innovation meets the worlds imagination A place where social startups spark ideas unite in purpose and work for the betterment of humanity It should be an ecosystem where every participant is bound not by transactions but by a shared mission to grow with goodness to leave behind a brighter more sustainable world the Adani Group Chairman emphasised https://dailyworld.in/national/gautam-adani-calls-upon-young-entrepreneurs-to-shape-indias-second-freedom-struggle-640315.html Thu, 25 Sep 2025 17:39:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/pm-modi-cites-cong-era-examples-explains-why-this-is-gst-savings-festival-640316.html Jaipur Sep 25 IANS Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressing a large public gathering in Rajasthans Banswara on Thursday contrasted the Congress era with the current BJP governments reforms saying the country is now celebrating a GST Savings FestivalnbspAccusing the Congress of looting the people of the country PM Modi recalled the situation before 2014nbspWhy were conditions so bad then Because the Congress government was looting the people with high taxes and inflation Both were at their peak When you people blessed Modi our BJP government stopped this loot That is why Congress is angry with me today the Prime Minister saidHe added Under Congress rule a Rs 100 item cost Rs 131 after taxes By 2017 the price of same item was reduced to Rs 118 when GST norms were implemented Now after GST reforms the same item costs Rs 105nbspThis is a saving of Rs 26 compared to that in the Congress era PM Modi saidnbspThe Prime Minister gave practical examples to highlight the GST benefitsnbspEarlier a pair of shoes worth Rs 500 cost Rs 575 as Congress imposed Rs 75 in taxes Now you pay Rs 50 less tax on shoes worth Rs 500 after GST reforms he saidnbspThe Prime Minister also said that now the BJP government has further removed tax slabs on shoes priced up to Rs 500 and also reduced rates on shoes worth up to Rs 2500nbspHe then touched upon the common mans dream of owning a twowheelernbspEarlier under Congress a bike worth Rs 60000 carried a tax burden of Rs 19000 In 2017 when GST was introduced this tax was reduced by Rs 2000 to 2500 After September 2022 reforms the tax on the same bike is now only Rs 10000 This means a saving of Rs 9000 has been brought as compared to the pre2014 Congress eraPM Modi stressed that GST reforms have reduced kitchen expenses directly benefiting familiesnbspOn the first day of Navratri this GST reform has given mothers and sisters across India a reason to celebrate The savings may look small individually but across crores of families they mean a lot he saidnbspPrime Minister Modi also inaugurated and laid the foundation stones for development projects worth more than Rs 1 lakh crore in Rajasthan but his pointed attack on Congress and emphasis on GST savings drew a strong response from the crowd at the rally https://dailyworld.in/national/pm-modi-cites-cong-era-examples-explains-why-this-is-gst-savings-festival-640316.html Thu, 25 Sep 2025 17:41:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/banu-mushtaq-recalls-bhyrappas-visit-to-her-home-before-writing-aavarana-640332.html Bengaluru Sep 25 Booker awardee Banu Mushtaq while sharing her condolence message over the demise of iconic Kannada litterateur SL Bhyrappa recalled how he chose to stay at her residence for a week to closely observe Muslim life before penning his famous novel Aavarana Bhyrappa passed away on Wednesday following a cardiac arrest in Bengaluru His final rites will be held in Mysuru with state honoursBanu Mushtaq stated I noticed that Padma Bhushan awardee Bhyrappa did not follow any strict rules about food habits From my childhood I had developed a taste for reading through Bhyrappas writings I was one of his most loyal readers But after his stance his rigidity and his presentation of ideas shaped by prejudice I no longer remained a devoted reader Instead it appeared as if like a skilled lawyer he shaped certain arguments dug out information through research and then presented it persuasivelyI would ask myself who had robbed him of his creativity Banu Mushtaq questionedThough ideologically we had differences seeing him talking with him and the memories of those discussions remained etched in my mind Now with the news of his passing it feels as if one strand of connection has been snapped I feel a personal loss My heartfelt respects to Bhyrappa Banu Mushtaq statedBhyrappa had come to Hassan to take part in a literary event I went to the programme a little late People there informed me that Bhyrappa had inquired about me After the function when I met him he told me that he wanted to visit our house and stay for a week I told him he could come immediately but he replied that he wouldnt come then and was planning to stay at my residence for a week later Banu Mushtaq recollectedI panicked and soon forgot about the matter she saidMushtaq shared that after a month she received a phone call from Bhyrappa saying he would have vegetarian food and arrangements were made accordinglyShe also shared that her family was happy to welcome Bhyrappa except his son who later agreed to itBhyrappa explained that he had come to our residence to collect information for his novel He said he needed to study Muslim family behaviour and culture which was why he had chosen to stay at our houseMushtaq her husband Mushtaq Mohiyuddin and Bhyrappa once went to a mosque at the time of namaz There women were allowed to offer prayers and a separate hall had been arranged for them At that time I used to go to that mosque only on Friday afternoons So Mushtaq took him along Bhyrappa washed his hands and feet sat inside the mosque and noted everything in his notebook she statedLater Bhyrappa wanted to see a Muslim educational institution So Mushtaq took him to Alur Bhyrappa toured the entire campus examined the facilities provided for students and wrote down everything in his notebook she saidYet to Bhyrappas curious eyes the life of the Muslim background remained largely unseen To understand the inner and outer life of the Muslim community within a week was an impossible task Still Bhyrappas intense curiosity thirst for gathering information and eagerness to gain acquaintance with unfamiliar worlds were remarkable However I felt that he was gaining only a superficial understandingLater the Avarana novel was published In it Bhyrappa gave examples that matched his predecided premises and produced writing that contributed to the demonisation of the Muslim community just as he had researched But in the preface of that novel he mentioned that he had stayed in a sisters house without giving the nameGradually everyone came to know that before writing Avarana he had stayed in our house Banu Mushtaq recounted IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/banu-mushtaq-recalls-bhyrappas-visit-to-her-home-before-writing-aavarana-640332.html Thu, 25 Sep 2025 20:12:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/our-constitution-a-legacy-of-ambedkar-kept-india-united-sharad-pawar-640343.html Pune Sep 25 NCPSP president and former Union Minister Sharad Pawar has said the Constitution a legacy of Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar has kept India united even as surrounding nations grapple with change Referring to the political unrest in Pakistan Nepal and Bangladesh Pawar highlighted how Ambedkars vision has provided stability and prevented a similar situation in the country Pawar was speaking after the inauguration of the Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar Social Research Centre on WednesdayThe veteran leader argued that the Indian Constitution drafted under Dr Ambedkars chairmanship has been instrumental in keeping India united despite historical and ongoing challengesIf we keep our countrys map in front of our eyes we can see what is happening around us On one side there is instability in Pakistan A country like Nepal is known as a peaceloving and friend of India but the situation there has changed completely There is also instability in Bangladesh There have been political developments in Sri Lanka too There is instability and unrest around India However India is moving in a different direction and for that 100 per cent credit goes to Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar for giving us the Constitution which has kept the country united The situation in India is comparatively different from others and we cannot forget the contribution of Dr BR Ambedkar he expressedOn this occasion Pawar presented Dr Babasaheb Ambedkars contribution in the creation of the Constitution and promoting development in the country including the construction of Bhakra Nangal Dam and hydroelectric projects Dr Ambedkar took many decisions regarding how to solve the fundamental problem in order to build and strengthen this countryPawar however questioned the Modi governments faith in dialogue suggesting that sidelining consultative decisionmaking processes undermines the democratic principles enshrined by Dr BR Ambedkar in the ConstitutionI myself have been in Parliament for many years where I have witnessed debates and discussions on various issues before the government makes any decision However looking at the attitude of todays rulers it is doubtful whether they believe in discussion or not There is a lack of dialogue and discussion at present Incidentally there was no discussion when deciding to build a new building for Parliament he said IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/our-constitution-a-legacy-of-ambedkar-kept-india-united-sharad-pawar-640343.html Thu, 25 Sep 2025 20:18:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/kolkata-electrocution-deaths-calcutta-hc-seeks-reports-from-private-power-utility-640344.html Kolkata Sep 25 The Calcutta High Court on Thursday sought a report from the Sanjiv Goenkaowned private power generationcumdistribution utility CESC Ltd on multiple electrocution deaths in and around Kolkata The deaths a total of 10 in West Bengal including eight in Kolkata happened after the victims came in contact with the naked electricity wires submerged in the waterlogged streets in different pockets of the city following rain earlier this weekCESC enjoys a monopoly in power distribution in Kolkata as well as in the adjacent district of HowrahAmid Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee squarely blaming CESC for the electrocution deaths the Calcutta High Court took a suo motu cognisance in the matter and a case was registered at the division bench of Calcutta High Courts Acting Chief Justice Soumen Sen and Justice Apurba Sinha RoyThe matter came up for a hearing on Thursday and at the end of the hearing the division bench asked CESC Limited to file a detailed report on the electrocution death by the next date of hearingThe division bench at the same time directed Kolkata Municipal Corporation KMC to file a report by the same date on the initiatives taken by the corporation to ensure the effective functioning of the citys sewerage system to prevent waterloggingAt the same time the division bench of the Calcutta High Court also directed the state government to clarify to the court the states stand on compensation for the families of the electrocution victimsIncidentally on Wednesday only Chief Minister Banerjee had announced a compensation of Rs 200000 for the families of each of the electrocution victims She had also raised a demand that the CESC Limited should pay a compensation of Rs 500000 to the families of each of the electrocution victims besides offering jobs to one member from each such familyShe also said that in case CESC Limited refused to offer the jobs the same will be offered by the state government IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/kolkata-electrocution-deaths-calcutta-hc-seeks-reports-from-private-power-utility-640344.html Thu, 25 Sep 2025 20:19:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/shashi-tharoor-welcomes-centres-decision-to-add-over-10-000-medical-seats-640350.html New Delhi Sep 25 Congress lawmaker Shashi Tharoor on Thursday welcomed the Central governments decision to expand capacity in government medical colleges with addition of more than 10000 medical seats over the next few years and said that this will go a long way in transforming the indigenous medical landscape while preventing brain drain The Union Cabinet chaired by PM Modi on Wednesday approved an ambitious Rs 15034 crore proposal for adding 5023 new MBBS seats and 5000 PG seatsThis came as part of PhaseIll of the Centrally Sponsored Scheme CSS for strengthening and upgradation of existing state government central government medical colleges standalone PG institutes and government hospitalsThe move is expected to substantially augment the healthcare workforce by offering an opportunity to thousands of aspiring doctors to pursue medical careers within the countryLauding the governments nod to the gamechanger move Shashi Tharoor said Government of Indias decision to add 10023 new undergraduate and postgraduate seats in government medical colleges over the next four years is a significant and welcome stepHe said that for too long the immense shortage of affordable seats has forced countless aspiring doctors from middleclass families to study abroad often to countries with questionable educational standardsThis move is crucial for providing affordable quality medical education within the country and preventing the drain of talent and resources the Congress MP stressedThe Thiruvananthapuram MP also urged the government to continue this capacity expansion to match the growing demand from those who cannot afford private medical educationTharoor said that it was essential to ensure that medical dreams of young Indians arent crushed by the lack of affordable seatsNotably Indias healthcare education and workforce infrastructure has seen significant growth in recent years As of today India has 808 medical colleges highest among the world with total intake capacity of 123700 MBBS seatsIn the last one decade over 69352 new MBBS seats were added registering a growth of 127 per cent IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/shashi-tharoor-welcomes-centres-decision-to-add-over-10-000-medical-seats-640350.html Thu, 25 Sep 2025 20:23:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/sc-halts-allahabad-hc-order-restraining-ramlila-in-school-playground-640357.html New Delhi Sep 25 The Supreme Court on Thursday stayed an Allahabad High Court order that had restrained the use of a school playground in Uttar Pradeshs Tundla for Ramlila celebrations The festivities are allowed to continue subject to the condition that no inconvenience is caused to the students and no obstruction is caused in their sports activities ordered a Bench headed by Justice Surya KantThe Bench also comprising Justices Ujjal Bhuyan and N Kotiswar Singh noted the submission on behalf of the Ramlila Committee that Ramlila activities had been conducted at the ground for the past 100 yearsDuring the hearing the apex court questioned the original petitioner as to what had suddenly prompted him to move the Allahabad Court and why he had not approached it in advance but only after the celebrations had commencedWhat happened suddenly that you went to the Court Last 100 years where were you You are not the student you are not the parent of the students right You are not the owner of the property But still you file a PIL What prevented you from going to the Court in advance it askedStaying the impugned order of the Allahabad High Court the Justice Kantled Bench urged the Allahabad HC to resolve the issue by identifying an alternative site for the Ramlila celebrations so that the school playground could be used exclusively by the studentsOn Wednesday the Supreme Court agreed to urgently list the matter for hearing on September 25 after it was mentioned for urgent hearing The special leave petition SLP filed by the Ramlila Committee contended that the Allahabad High Court passed an ex parte order without giving it an opportunity to be heardIn its interim order passed on Monday a Bench of Chief Justice Arun Bhansali and Justice Kshitij Shailendra of the Allahabad High Court while hearing a PIL alleging misuse of a school playground had observed serious irregularities in the manner the event was being allowed inside a government schoolThe Allahabad High Court noted submissions that the entire playground had been covered with cement interlocking tiles to permanently convert it into a venue for such events thereby depriving school children of a space to playFurther the main gate of the school itself has been converted into a Sita Ram Gate and various swings etc have been put at the main gate of the school further noted the CJ Bhansaliled BenchThe PIL also highlighted concerns about the disruption of academic activities The teaching activities for a period of over 18 days during which the Ramlila would be performed would be badly affected inasmuch as a huge stage etc have been put up along with furniture for the purpose in the school premises the order notedThe Uttar Pradesh government as well as the Executive Officer of the Nagar Palika Parishad had filed identical instructions claiming that the interlocking tiles were laid due to waterlogging in the ground However when the Allahabad High Court specifically asked whether any sports activities could still take place on the tiled surface the response was an unequivocal No It further questioned the justification offered by officials that the event had been held for over a centuryPermitting of holding Ramlila is sought to be justified in the name that the same was being performed for over 100 years and that the same would be performed during the period 7 pm to 10 pm and that the educational activities at the school are not getting affected the CJ Bhansaliled Bench notedFrom the instructions produced it is not known as to who is organising the Ramlila and who has granted permission for the holding of the Ramlila within the school premises The attempt appears to be to convert the land of the school into a permanent place for holding activities of the nature which are sought to be objected which action cannot be permitted the order addedRestraining the use of school premises for holding the Ramlila the Allahabad High Court observed that permitting such activities by unknown personspurported Ramlila Committee was ex facie illegalThe respondents authorities are restrained from permitting the use of school premises for holding the Ramlila had ordered the CJ Bhansaliled Bench IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/sc-halts-allahabad-hc-order-restraining-ramlila-in-school-playground-640357.html Thu, 25 Sep 2025 20:31:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/vande-bharat-train-to-begin-operations-from-bikaner-to-delhi-cantt-inaugural-run-today-640360.html Jaipur Sep 25 Rajasthan is all set to get another Vande Bharat Express on Thursday this time connecting Bikaner to Delhi Cantt The semihighspeed train will make its inaugural run but the journey is reserved exclusively for guestsGeneral passengers will be able to travel on the route starting Sunday for which bookings have already begunPrime Minister Narendra Modi will flag off the train virtually from Banswara while in Bikaner Union Minister and local MP Arjun Ram Meghwal will lead the event alongside senior railway officialsMLAs from Bikaner East and West have also been invitedAccording to Divisional Railway Manager Gaurav Govil the inaugural journey will begin at 130 pm departing from Bikaner The train will halt at six stations Sridungargarh Ratangarh Churu Loharu and Mahendragarh While the stoppage at Churu will be five minutes the other stations will have short halts of only two minutesFrom September 28 onwards the train will operate daily for passengers The schedule has been finalised the train will leave Bikaner at 540 am and reach Delhi Cantt by 1155 am On the return route it will depart Delhi Cantt at 645 pm and arrive in Bikaner at 805 pmThe new service offers 400 chair car seats and 40 executive chair car seats providing faster and more comfortable travel between Rajasthan and the national capitalInterestingly the rake assigned for this route has been changed Initially a saffroncolored Vande Bharat train was dispatched to Bikaner but was later sent to JodhpurIn its place the white rake from Jodhpur will now be permanently deployed on the BikanerDelhi Cantt routeWith this launch Rajasthan will have its fifth operational Vande Bharat Express strengthening rail connectivity within the state and with DelhiRailway officials say the new service will significantly reduce travel time and improve convenience for daily commuters as well as longdistance travellers IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/vande-bharat-train-to-begin-operations-from-bikaner-to-delhi-cantt-inaugural-run-today-640360.html Thu, 25 Sep 2025 20:34:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/centres-digital-reforms-empowering-gram-panchayats-across-rural-india-640362.html New Delhi Sep 25 The Ministry of Panchayati Raj has launched a series of digital reforms ranging from AIdriven meeting records to geospatial planning and citizenfocused mobile apps to strengthen Gram Panchayats according to an official statement issued on Thursday Initiatives such as SabhaSaar an AIpowered tool for recording and summarising Gram Sabha proceedings SVAMITVA for digital land mapping and property rights eGramSwaraj for integrated online planning accounting and monitoring Meri Panchayat mobile app for citizen access to local data and Gram Manchitra for geospatial planning are transforming the way Panchayats functionThese platforms not only improve transparency and efficiency but also empower citizens to participate more actively in local governance As on August 2025 263 crore property cards have been prepared in 173 lakh villages while as of July 2025 drone surveys have been completed in 323 lakh villages the statement explainedThe success of the digital drive is reflected in the fact that 254 lakh Gram Panchayats have uploaded their Gram Panchayat Development Plan GPDP on the eGramSwaraj portal while 241 lakh Gram Panchayats have completed online transactions for 15th Finance Commission grants the statement pointed outThe Ministry launched SabhaSaar in August 2025 which is an Artificial Intelligence AI tool that creates structured minutes of meetings from the audio or video of Gram Sabha and other Panchayat gatherings Until now preparing minutes was a slow manual and often inconsistent exercise SabhaSaar changes this by producing accurate summaries in real timeIt is linked with Bhashini the National Language Translation Mission which allows it to work in 14 Indian languages This makes it accessible to communities across diverse regions With the help of SabhaSaar Gram Panchayat officials can now focus more on governance and service delivery while the tool handles the documentation work thus ensuring realtime unbiased records and greater transparency the statement saidThe SVAMITVA Survey of Villages and Mapping with Improvised Technology in Village Areas Scheme by the Prime Minister gives rural households legal ownership papers for the homes and land they occupyUsing drones and advanced mapping tools it clearly marks property boundaries With these documents families can obtain bank loans resolve disputes and make better use of their assets while Gram Panchayats gain by improving property tax collection and enabling better resource planningThe scheme is implemented by Ministry of Panchayati Raj with support from the Survey of India with the National Informatics Centre Services Inc NICSI as the technology partner It has an approved cost of Rs 56623 crore from FY 202021 to FY 202425 with an extension up to FY 202526SVAMITVA has ended decades of reliance on revenue officials and patwaris for demarcating land ownership The programme enables villagers to map their own land with modern tools giving them authority and security Its success has drawn attention worldwide and inspired other countries to explore similar approaches the statement saidThe government launched BharatNet in October 2011 to bridge the digital divide The project aims to deliver affordable highspeed internet to every Gram PanchayatImplemented by the Ministry of Communications BharatNet seeks to empower rural communities support inclusive growth and bring villages closer to urban standards of connectivity It is not only an infrastructure project but also the backbone of Indias march towards a digital nation the statement added IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/centres-digital-reforms-empowering-gram-panchayats-across-rural-india-640362.html Thu, 25 Sep 2025 20:36:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/10-maoists-surrender-before-jharkhand-dgp-in-chaibasa-pledge-to-join-mainstream-640364.html Ranchi Sep 25 The antiNaxal operations in Jharkhand recorded a major success on Thursday as 10 members of the CPI Maoist laid down their arms in West Singhbhum district officials said They surrendered before Director General of Police DGP Anurag Gupta and senior officials in ChaibasaThe group comprised six men and four women all of whom were associated with the squads of senior Maoist leaders Misir Besra alias Sagar and Patiram Manjhi alias Anal both carrying bounties of Rs 1 crore eachThe surrendered Maoists were identified as Rando Bordpai Gardi Koda Johan Purti Nirso Sidu Ghonor Devgam Gaumeya Koda Kera Koda Kari Kayam Savitri Gop and Pradeep SinghAt a formal ceremony held at the Chaibasa police lines the Maoists pledged to shun violence surrender their weapons and join the mainstreamOfficials termed the development a direct outcome of the states rehabilitation policy and sustained police action in Naxalhit areasWelcoming the rebels into the fold of civil society DGP Anurag Gupta said Jharkhands surrender policy is among the best in the countryThose who surrender will be given a chance to start a new life But those who continue to take up arms will face strict action he warnedHe further emphasised that police have detailed intelligence on Maoist activities and are determined to maintain law and orderSeveral top officials including CRPF IG Saket Singh IG Operations Dr Michaelraj S IG STF Anup Birthare DIG Kolhan Anuranjan Kispotta and Chaibasa SP Amit Renu were present at the ceremonyThis marks the second major surrender this month On September 1 nine members of the banned Jharkhand Jan Mukti Parishad JJMP surrendered in Latehar district four of whom carried bounties of Rs 5 lakh each They handed over a significant cache of arms including five AK47 rifles to the policeAccording to officials the campaign against Maoists has been intensified to make Jharkhand completely Naxalfree by March 2026 So far this year 31 Maoists have been killed in encounters across the state IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/10-maoists-surrender-before-jharkhand-dgp-in-chaibasa-pledge-to-join-mainstream-640364.html Thu, 25 Sep 2025 20:37:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/rain-forecast-for-kolkata-from-saturday-may-play-spoilsport-during-durga-puja-640367.html Kolkata Sep 25 The Meteorological office on Thursday said that a new lowpressure area is developing over the Bay of Bengal which will bring rain to Kolkata from Saturday According to the Meteorological Department thunderstorms with lightning will continue in south Bengal districts including Kolkata till Sunday when Durga Puja will begin as per tradition However the weather office has ruled out any possibility of heavy rain till SaturdayThere is a cyclonic circulation over the Bay of Bengal adjacent to the Myanmar coast It is slowly moving westward Due to this a new lowpressure area will be formed in the north Bay of Bengal today This will gradually transform into a depression on Friday By Saturday the low pressure may enter the land through the south Odisha coast Due to this there is a possibility of scattered light to moderate rain in the south Bengal districts including Kolkata on Saturday said a Meteorological Department officialApart from this there is a possibility of another cyclonic circulation forming in the Bay of Bengal on Ashtami that is September 30As a result the intensity of thunderstorms may start again from September 1 However it is still premature to predict the exact course of that weather systemMeanwhile rain is likely in Kolkata Howrah Hooghly North 24 Parganas South 24 Parganas East Midnapore West Midnapore Jhargram and Bankura districts from Friday There is a possibility of heavy rain in South 24 Parganas East Midnapore West Midnapore and Jhargram districts on SaturdayApart from this thunderstorms will continue in all the southern districts till Sunday Along with this there will be gusty winds at a speed of 30 to 40 kilometres per hourMeanwhile there is little possibility of rain in north Bengal for now There is a possibility of light rain with thundershowers and lightning at one or two places but there is no possibility of heavy rain There is a possibility of rain in Darjeeling Jalpaiguri and North Dinajpur districts on ThursdayThere is also a rain alert in Cooch Behar on Friday There may be rain in all districts of north Bengal on SaturdayThe minimum temperature in Kolkata in the morning was 264 degrees Celsius IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/rain-forecast-for-kolkata-from-saturday-may-play-spoilsport-during-durga-puja-640367.html Thu, 25 Sep 2025 20:40:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/turmoil-in-cong-in-priyanka-gandhis-wayanad-district-chief-resigns-640369.html Wayanad Sep 25 The Wayanad District Congress Committee DCC president ND Appachan on Thursday resigned from his post a move confirmed by Congress Kerala president and legislator Sunny Joseph The resignation comes at a time when the Wayanad Congress unit has been grappling with internal crises including the suicides of two senior party leaders which have left the local organisation in shock and disarray Tensions reportedly escalated following a remark made by Appachan regarding Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadras recent visit to the district which is said to have displeased the party leadershipAppachan however denied that he was forced to resign saying I had myself informed the leadership that I was prepared to step down and I have done thatHe emphasised that he had no involvement in the suicides but acknowledged that he had been indirectly implicated in related mattersAddressing allegations of financial impropriety Appachan clarified that he had not personally benefited from any financial dealingsHe accused certain local factions of deliberately creating organisational problems and spreading false narratives including claims that he had prevented Priyanka Gandhi from meeting himAppachan confirmed that he met Priyanka Gandhi after a KPCC meeting to discuss issues related to a family members death and reiterated his loyalty to the party stating he would remain committed until my last breathThe controversies intensified following the suicide of senior party leader NM Vijayan whose daughterinlaw announced a Satyagraha outside the DCC office demanding that outstanding dues be cleared by September 30 with a followup protest planned for October 2Recently the Congress settled the Urban Bank dues of the late Vijayan paying Rs 58 lakh under an agreement with the family in addition to prior settlements to a private financial institutionThe situation had escalated further after references to Congress leaders appeared in Vijayans suicide noteJoseph confirmed that Appachans resignation will now be forwarded to the party high commandMeanwhile factionalism continues to haunt the Wayanad unit Earlier this month AICC General Secretary and Wayanad MP KC Venugopal had warned local leaders that strict action would be taken if organisational discipline was not maintained IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/turmoil-in-cong-in-priyanka-gandhis-wayanad-district-chief-resigns-640369.html Thu, 25 Sep 2025 20:44:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/jharkhand-hc-stays-fresh-teacher-recruitment-directs-govt-to-hold-jtet-by-march-2026-640372.html Ranchi Sep 25 The Jharkhand High Court has stayed all fresh recruitment and advertisements for assistant teachers in the state until the Jharkhand Teacher Eligibility Test JTET is conducted A bench headed by Justice Ananda Sen passed the order on Thursday while hearing a petition filed by 402 JTET candidatesThe court directed the Education Secretary who was present during the hearing to ensure that the exam is conducted by March 2026 through the Jharkhand Academic CouncilThe bench clarified that candidates already appointed as assistant teachers will not be affected by this order However the recruitment process for the remaining posts will remain on hold until the declaration of JTET resultsExpressing strong displeasure over the nonconduct of the exam for nine years the court also barred the state from issuing any fresh advertisements for teacher recruitment until JTET is heldAppearing for the petitioners advocates Aparajita Bhardwaj and Kushal Kumar argued that the prolonged delay in holding the exam has deprived thousands of aspiring teachers of employment opportunities with many candidates crossing the upper age limit for eligibilityIn the 25 years since Jharkhands formation the JTET has been conducted only twice once in 2013 when 68000 candidates qualified and again in 2016 when 53000 cleared itAn advertisement for the exam was issued in 2024 with applications invited in JulyAugust Around 365 lakh candidates had appliedBut in June 2025 the process was abruptly scrapped after a committee of the Education Department recommended amendments to recruitment regulationsThe department had assured that the exam would be held under revised rules but no steps have been taken since thenThe court on Wednesday while terming the situation as serious negligence had directed the Education Secretary to personally appear on Thursday and clarify the governments position on the issue IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/jharkhand-hc-stays-fresh-teacher-recruitment-directs-govt-to-hold-jtet-by-march-2026-640372.html Thu, 25 Sep 2025 20:46:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/delhi-court-grants-bail-to-businessman-samir-modi-in-rape-case-640373.html New Delhi Sep 25 A Delhi court on Thursday granted bail to businessman Samir Modi brother of former IPL chief Lalit Modi in an alleged rape case The Saket Court allowed Modi to be released on a bail bond amount of Rs 5 lakh ensuring his presence in future trial proceedingsOn Tuesday the court reserved its decision on the bail plea after hearing arguments from both the complainants side and the defenceThe Delhi Police had opposed the bail application arguing that the accused is influential and may pose a flight riskSamir Modi was arrested last week at Delhis IGI airport following a LookOut Circular LOC issued against himHe was taken into custody after a First Information Report FIR was filed at the New Friends Colony Police Station by a woman alleging a longterm relationship with Modi since 2019 and making accusations of sexual assaultModis legal team has consistently denied the allegations terming them false and concocted and aimed at extortionIn a press statement his lawyers highlighted complaints filed by Modi himself in August accusing the same woman of demanding Rs 50 crore in blackmail and questioned the credibility of her claimsIt further questioned the credibility of the complaint saying A detailed perusal of the alleged complaint will immediately show these claims of extremely serious and grave offences to be wild and scurrilous stories Accusations refer to events alleged to have begun four years ago and continued thereon which in itself speaks volumes about the nature and origin of this complaint and the complainants motivesThe statement added that Samir Modi who is involved in several businessrelated litigations has full faith in the judiciary of our country and agencies who will not only investigate but immediately bring closure to this matterThe Saket Court had earlier ordered incamera hearings after the complainants lawyer urged for a closeddoor hearing stressing the sensitive nature of the case IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/delhi-court-grants-bail-to-businessman-samir-modi-in-rape-case-640373.html Thu, 25 Sep 2025 20:49:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/three-militants-arms-smuggler-arrested-in-manipur-640374.html Imphal Sep 25 Security forces have arrested three militants belonging to two different outlawed outfits and an arms dealer in Manipur during the past 24 hours A senior police official said the three militants arrested from Imphal West and Bishnupur districts belong to the Peoples Liberation Army PLA and the Peoples Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak PREPAK outfits both of which are banned groupsAccording to the official the arrested PREPAK militant identified as Naorem Abinash Singh 19 had extorted Rs 5000 from a person in the Kakching area From his possession a mobile phone a sling bag and a wallet were seizedAfter the arrest of the two PLA militants local people blocked a road in the Tronglaoba area on Wednesday evening demanding the release of the cadresSecurity Forces also arrested a 48yearold arms smuggler identified as Kangjam Rakesh Singh from Imphal West district From his possession one 9mm pistol loaded with one live round in the magazine and a mobile phone were recoveredIn a separate operation security forces recovered huge components for making Improvised Explosive Devices IEDs from the Kaibung area in Kakching district One container weighing 17 kg three kg of sand explosive TNT weighing 470 grams 12 screws one electric detonator electric wire and other items were recovered the police saidMeanwhile senior police Assam Rifles and intelligence officials are continuing to interrogate the arrested prime accused of the September 19 ambush in which two Assam Rifles personnel were killed and five others injured by an armed group in Manipurs Bishnupur districtThe main accused of the September 19 ambush Khomdram Ojit Singh alias Keilal 47 was arrested on Wednesday from the Kameng area in Imphal West districtHe is associated with the extremist outfit PLA Raids are being carried out in different places of Imphal valley to apprehend other culprits and associates of Khomdram Ojit Singh who are involved in last weeks ambush the official saidDefence spokesman Lt Col Amit Shukla earlier said that an Assam Rifles team was returning from flood relief operations in the Imphal Valley when their convoy was ambushed by an unidentified insurgent group along the ImphalDimapur National Highway2 in Bishnupur district on September 19Assam Rifles NaibSubedar Shyam Gurung 59 and Rifleman Ranjit Singh Kashyap 36 were killed in the ambush Gurung hailed from Meghalayas East Khasi Hills district while Kashyap was a resident of Chhattisgarhs Bastar district IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/three-militants-arms-smuggler-arrested-in-manipur-640374.html Thu, 25 Sep 2025 20:50:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/india-adds-27-gw-renewable-energy-capacity-in-april-aug-report-640376.html New Delhi Sep 25 Renewable energy RE capacity commissioning momentum in India remains strong with a robust 27 GW of gross capacity added during the first five months AprilAugust of the current financial year according to a report released on Thursday Within this 20GW of renewable capacity was commissioned through August Another 142GW is under various stages of construction as per Central Electricity Authority CEA according to an HSBC reportWith gradual progress on commissioning of interstate transmission lines the commissioning of renewable projects is expected to pick up pace as well Recent mergers and acquisitions and renewable developers potential listings also should make more capital available to accelerate commissioning the report statesInnovative tenders continue to bring down power storage costs which we expect will increase acceptability of renewable power the report observedIt highlights that the solar plus energy storage system ESS costs have now fallen to record lows In a recently discovered solar plus storage tender the tariffs discovered were as low as IRs 27276kWh Based on the terms the developer is expected to provide power for two hours during peak times and storage for another two hours during morning peak apart from supplying the usual solar power during solar hoursWhile the tariffs have raised concern on the profitability the savings on infrastructure low risk on land acquisition and earnings for free power during morning peak will likely allow developers to earn normative returns the report statesIt also expects slower tendering and focus on cleaning the old renewable auctions to ultimately restore investor confidence in the renewable energy sector India conducted more than 90GW of renewable energy auctions in the past two years and a significant part remains unsigned into power purchase agreements PPA This creates uncertainty for developers and investors on the value that needs to be assigned to these award letters LOAs the report points outIndia has already cancelled 114GW of renewable tenders that met with insufficient participation or high tariffs This could pave the way for allow some old suck tenders to be cancelled as well it addedThe report expects the overall demand for power in the country to accelerate next month It states that overall power demand is still tepid although there has been a 3 per cent yearonyear increase in SeptemberIts important to highlight that power demand this month already exceeds September 2023s a month when power demand grew 115 per cent yearonyear Based on weather forecasts likelihood of an intense winter and expected pickup in industrial activity is expected to lead to a meaningful pickup in power demand in late October or early November according to the report IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/india-adds-27-gw-renewable-energy-capacity-in-april-aug-report-640376.html Thu, 25 Sep 2025 20:52:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/eci-issues-new-directive-to-streamline-vote-counting-process-640377.html New Delhi Sep 25 The Election Commission of India ECI announced on Thursday its 30th major initiative in the last six months a new directive aimed at streamlining the vote counting process particularly for postal ballots  The move outlined in a press note seeks to reduce delays and ensure greater clarity and uniformity during the counting of votesThe ECIs decision comes in response to a significant increase in the number of postal ballots a result of recent initiatives like home voting for Persons with Disabilities PwDs and senior citizens over 85While the counting of postal ballots typically concludes before the counting of votes from Electronic Voting Machines EVMs the new measure is designed to formalise this processUnder the new directive The penultimate second last round of EVMVVPATs counting shall be taken up only after the counting of Postal Ballot Papers is completed at the counting centre where postal ballot counting is being done the ECI said in its press noteThe pollpanel has also directed that in cases where there are a large number of postal ballots the ROs are to ensure that sufficient number of tables and counting staff are in place so there is no delay and the counting process is further streamlinedThe press note highlights this as a key step in further streamlining the entire processThis initiative is part of a broader series of electoral reforms undertaken by the ECI over the past halfyearThese 29 previous measures have included initiatives to improve convenience for electors strengthen electoral systems and enhance the use of technologyAmong these are a mobile deposit facility for voters the delisting of 808 Registered Unrecognised Political Parties RUPPs not more than 1200 electors per polling station to reduce crowding issuance of Standard Photo ID Cards to BLOs 4719 allparty meetings held nationwide at EROs DEOs and CEOs levels launch of the ECINET digital platform and othersThe new directive on postal ballots reinforces the ECIs ongoing commitment to improving the efficiency and transparency of the electoral system IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/eci-issues-new-directive-to-streamline-vote-counting-process-640377.html Thu, 25 Sep 2025 20:52:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/national/will-meet-it-companies-they-should-know-their-responsibilities-shivakumar-on-bluru-pothole-issue-640378.html Bengaluru Sep 25 Commenting on the pothole menace in Bengaluru and the objections raised by industry leaders over the poor condition of roads in IT corridors Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar who also holds the Bengaluru Development portfolio said he will meet representatives of the companies regarding the issue Speaking to the media after paying his final respects to iconic Kannada author SL Bhyrappa in Bengaluru on Thursday Shivakumar responding to a question said Of course I am meeting IT companies They are our friends but they should also know their responsibilitiesShivakumars statement do not blackmail over IT companies moving away from Bengaluru city due to poor road infrastructure had stirred a controversy The CoFounder and CEO of an IT company who claimed on social media that he would move away later withdrew his statement and said that his company was relocating to another location within Bengaluru cityWhen asked about his controversial statement on potholes in front of the Prime Ministers residence in Delhi Shivakumar maintained Of course there are potholes Three days ago I went there and I saw them The BJP tried to create drama in Karnataka let them do it Our workers can also take up dramatic initiatives in Hubballi Belagavi and wherever the BJP is ruling he said referring to the BJPs protest in Karnataka against potholes on WednesdayWe are on the job I only requested the common man to write a letter because heavy rains are pouring There was misadministration in the previous BJP government In the last three years of their rule they did not take up even small works We are trying to fix it and we will do it We are not going to run away thats why we are here That is why I asked the Chief Minister and he was kind enough to provide Rs 740 crore for filling potholes Shivakumar statedOne thing the BJP must understand is that they did not provide any funds for Bengaluru city despite collecting high taxes from here The Basavaraj Bommailed BJP government in the state did not bother to allocate funds Anyway we will take care of Bengaluru he maintainedI dont want to comment today regarding the Vote Chori matter We stand committed to our basic principle we want to ensure one man one vote he said in response to another questionPaying tribute to the late SL Bhyrappa Shivakumar said His legacy has gone into history I have known him since 199394 when he chaired the Kannada Sahitya Sammelan in Kanakapura town which we organised He is a legend of Kannada literature He is the only great author whose works have been translated into many languages and who made a mark at the international levelHe was honoured with the Padma Shri Padma Bhushan and many other awards It is a great loss to the Kannada literary world I am happy that people across the country are mourning his passing Karnataka stands committed to his great work and contributions he said IANS https://dailyworld.in/national/will-meet-it-companies-they-should-know-their-responsibilities-shivakumar-on-bluru-pothole-issue-640378.html Thu, 25 Sep 2025 20:54:00 +0530