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9:21 PM

First list of Sena (UBT) candidates for Maharashtra Assembly polls may be out during Navratri: Danve

The first list of Shiv Sena (UBT) candidates for the upcoming Maharashtra polls might be released during Navratri, Leader of Opposition in Legislative Council Ambadas Danve said. Speaking to the Marathi news channel ABP Majha, Danve said, We won 60 seats in 2019. We will go beyond that.

9:06 PM

NC, Congress will form govt in J&K: Omar Abdullah on Assembly polls

National Conference Vice President and candidate for Ganderbal and Budgam, Omar Abdullah, expressed confidence in victory of National Conference and Congress alliance in the assembly polls and the formation of the government in Jammu and Kashmir. Abdullah questioned the BJP's motive behind ending the statehood of Jammu and Kashmir and sought answers on the benefits of making it a Union Territory.

8:00 PM

BJP using J&K to stir emotions in rest of country, Cong will restore statehood: Priyanka

Congress will restore Jammu and Kashmir's statehood, party leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra said while she slammed BJP for using the Union territory as a pawn to "stir emotions" elsewhere in the country. Gandhi, the Congress's national general secretary, also criticised Lt Governor Manoj Sinha saying the current administration was a "puppet" government being run with a remote control.

6:17 PM

Everyone in Cong jostling to become Haryana CM, 'Bapu', 'Beta' also contenders: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said stability is a far-fetched thing for the Congress because of its infighting and now everyone in the party is jostling among themselves to become chief minister in Haryana with "Bapu" (Bhupinder Singh Hooda) and "Beta" (Deepender Hooda) also the contenders. Addressing a poll rally here, he recalled the days when he worked for party organisation in Haryana and said, "It has been my fortune that Haryana has given me a lot, taught me a lot."

5:49 PM

Congress govt will end 'decades of pain' in Haryana, says Rahul Gandhi

Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi said the Congress' "incoming government" in Haryana will end "the decade of pain" and the party has resolved to fulfill the hopes and aspirations of the people of the state. Gandhi made the remarks after the Haryana Congress rolled out its detailed poll manifesto for the October 5 state assembly polls, making a host of promises, including setting up of a commission for the farmers' welfare, Rs 2 crore for the families of martyred soldiers.

5:00 PM

Decision to transform J&K into Union Territory is temporary: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said the decision to transform Jammu and Kashmir into a Union Territory is temporary and the BJP-led government will restore the statehood to the region. Launching a scathing attack on the opposition Congress, National Conference (NC) and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), he accused them of inflicting wounds' on the people by depriving them of their rights.

4:20 PM

Congress 'kya huva tera vada?': PM Modi takes dig at non-fulfilment of promises

Congress 'kya huva tera vada?': PM Modi takes dig at non-fulfilment of promises in Congress-ruled states. How will Congress bring stability to Haryana when it cannot bring unity among its leaders: PM Modi at poll rally in Hisar. Cong's 'royal family' saying they will end reservation; Dalits can't forget atrocities by party: Modi at Haryana rally.

2:37 PM

Ahead of festivals, police tighten security near religious sites, crowded places in Mumbai

As part of their anti-terror preparedness for the festival season, Mumbai police have intensified security near religious sites and other crowded areas across the city, an official announced on Saturday. Senior police officials have been instructed to focus on security arrangements within their jurisdictions. Given the upcoming festivals and elections, mock drills are also being conducted, according to the official.

2:24 PM

17 Bangladeshis apprehended in Assam for entering India illegally, sent back: CM Himanta

Seventeen Bangladeshis, including eight children, were sent back on Saturday after being apprehended in Assam for allegedly entering India illegally, as reported by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma.    

2:09 PM

Hezbollah leader Nasrallah killed in Beirut strike, says Israel's military

The Israeli military announced on Saturday that it killed Hassan Nasrallah, the leader of the Hezbollah militant group, in an airstrike in Beirut on Friday. The military stated that the precise strike occurred while Hezbollah's leadership was meeting at their headquarters in Dahiyeh, south of Beirut.

1:30 PM

Hindu outfits take out rally in Himachal Pradesh demanding Waqf Board be abolished

Hundreds rallied in Hamirpur, Himachal Pradesh, on Saturday under the banner of the Devbhoomi Sangharsh Samiti, demanding the abolition of the Waqf Board and verification of identification documents for migrants to the state. The organisation had called for a statewide protest over these issues.

1:04 PM

BJP to contest Jharkhand polls in alliance with AJSU Party, JD(U): Himanta

The BJP will contest the upcoming assembly polls in Jharkhand in alliance with its NDA partners, the AJSU Party and Janata Dal (United), Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced on Saturday. Sarma, who is serving as the BJP's co-in-charge for the Jharkhand elections, stated that the seat-sharing agreement with the allies is nearly finalised.

12:48 PM

At least 4 killed, 30 injured as Puri-bound bus from UP falls on its side

At least four people were killed and 30 others injured when a tourist bus from Uttar Pradesh overturned in Odisha's Balasore district, police reported on Saturday. The injured individuals were admitted to G.K. Bhattar Hospital in Jaleswar, with 17 seriously injured patients transferred to Balasore District Headquarters Hospital, according to police.

12:33 PM

CM Stalin lays foundation stone for Tata Motors' Rs 9,000 cr manufacturing plant in Tamil Nadu

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin on Saturday laid the foundation stone for a new Tata Motors manufacturing facility, involving an investment of ₹9,000 crore. The groundbreaking ceremony took place at Panapakkam, located about 115 km from Chennai. The facility is expected to create 5,000 new jobs.

12:19 PM

Four security personnel, traffic police officer injured in encounter with terrorists in J-K's Kulgam

At least four security personnel and a traffic police officer were injured during an encounter with terrorists in the Kulgam district of Jammu and Kashmir on Saturday, according to police. The gunfight erupted in Adigam village, Devsar, after security forces initiated a cordon and search operation.

12:06 PM

BJP presided over 'unprecedented deterioration' in Jammu security situation, says Congress

The Congress on Saturday accused the BJP of overseeing an "unprecedented deterioration of security" in Jammu and criticised the Union Territory's administration, led by the lieutenant governor, for "incompetence" in managing the situation. Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh posed four questions to Prime Minister Narendra Modi ahead of his political rally in Jammu.

 

11:38 AM

Fire breaks out at Tata Electronics factory in Tamil Nadu, none injured

A fire erupted at a chemical godown in Tata Electronics Pvt Ltd's electronics component factory in Tamil Nadu early Saturday, according to police. Fortunately, no casualties or injuries were reported. Seven fire tenders from Hosur and nearby districts were deployed, and the flames were extinguished after hours of firefighting efforts.

11:03 AM

Several Bihar districts on alert as IMD warns of heavy rainfall, flash flood possibility

An alert has been issued in several districts of Bihar as the IMD forecasted heavy rain and warned of a low to moderate risk of flash floods in parts of the state, officials announced on Saturday. Heavy rain is expected in West and East Champaran, Sitamarhi, Sheohar, Muzaffarpur, Gopalganj, Siwan, Saran, Vaishali, Patna, Jehanabad, Madhubani, and Bhojpur districts, according IMD bulletin.

 

 

10:55 AM

Shiv Sena (UBT) demands investigation into 'black-marketing' of Coldplay concert tickets

Amid the controversy over the reselling of concert tickets for Coldplay's upcoming "Music of the Spheres" tour in Mumbai, Shiv Sena (UBT faction) spokesperson Anand Dubey wrote to Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Friday, urging an investigation into the "nexus involved in the black-marketing of tickets."

 

 

10:31 AM

J-K: Encounter breaks out between security personnel, terrorists in Kulgam

A firefight erupted between security personnel and terrorists in the Adigam Devsar area of Kulgam district, according to Kashmir Zone police on Saturday. Acting on specific intelligence, the Chinar Corps of the Indian Army and Jammu and Kashmir Police initiated a joint operation in the area.

10:02 AM

MUDA scam: Petition filed in Karnataka HC for CBI probe against CM Siddaramaiah

A petition has been filed in the Karnataka High Court seeking a CBI probe against Chief Minister Siddaramaiah regarding the alleged MUDA scam. Advocate Vasant Kumar, representing petitioner activist Snehamayi Krishna, announced on Friday that they have submitted a writ petition requesting the High Court to direct the CBI to conduct a fair investigation into the matter.

9:45 AM

Internet services suspended in Odisha's Bhadrak following communal clashes

Internet services have been suspended in Bhadrak district, Odisha, due to communal incidents linked to social media postings. According to an order from the Odisha government, "The district administration has expressed concern about the misuse of the internet to incite communal violence."

9:30 AM

Explosion occurs at firecracker manufacturing factory in Tamil Nadu's Virudhunagar

An explosion occurred at a firecracker manufacturing factory in the Sattur region of Virudhunagar district, Tamil Nadu. Officials from the Fire and Rescue Department reported that the factory is still on fire, with ongoing explosions preventing them from getting close enough to manage the situation. So far, no casualties have been reported from the incident.

9:20 AM

Key points of BJP's Jharkhand election manifesto to be released October 3 onwards, says CM Himanta

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced that the BJP will begin releasing key points of its manifesto for the upcoming Jharkhand Assembly elections starting October 3. Elections for the 81-member Jharkhand Assembly are scheduled for later this year, with dates likely to be announced next month.

9:05 AM

PM Modi expresses condolences over demise of renowned farmer Pappammal

Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his condolences on Friday over the passing of renowned organic farmer and Padmashri Award recipient Pappammal. In a post on X, PM Modi wrote, Deeply pained by the passing away of Pappammal Ji. She made a significant impact in agriculture, particularly in organic farming.

8:55 AM

Israel targets Hezbollah Chief Hassan Nasrallah in Beirut airstrike

Israel targeted Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah with an airstrike on the group's headquarters in Beirut, marking the heaviest assault on the Lebanese capital in nearly two decades and escalating a conflict that risks spreading throughout the Middle East. The Israel Defense Forces executed a "precise strike" against a command center of the Iran-backed militant group, which was situated beneath residential buildings. Spokesman Daniel Hagari stated that Israel is still assessing the outcomes of the strike. 

8:39 AM

Israeli Air Force launches strikes on Hezbollah strongholds in Beirut

The Israeli Air Force (IAF) has carried out targeted strikes on Hezbollah strongholds in Beirut, based on intelligence provided by the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF). The IDF elaborated that the strikes targeted weapons production facilities, advanced weapons storage sites, and key command centers of Hezbollah.

8:31 AM

Centre lifts ban on export of non-basmati white rice, traders hail move

The Centre lifted the export ban on non-basmati white rice on Friday, effective immediately, as per an official notification. The ban was originally imposed in July 2023 to maintain domestic rice supplies and control prices.

8:29 AM

Mumbai Police summons BookMyShow CEO in Coldplay ticket black market case

Mumbai Police's Economic Offences Wing (EOW) has summoned Ashish Hemrajani, CEO of Big Tree Entertainment, the parent company of BookMyShow, along with the company's technical head, in relation to an investigation into alleged black market sales of Coldplay concert tickets.