Flash flood in Kerala's Idukki kills 3; search on for others

At least three people lost their lives after a landslide hit Kerala's Kottakamboor in Vattavada, Idukki on Sunday. According to police, the death toll in the flash flood in the Chokkad River has risen to three. The bodies of one woman and two men who went missing in the incident have been recovered, reported news agency ANI. The search operations are underway. 

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Mamata Banerjee's faction moves Supreme Court over EC's order to freeze TMC's name, symbol

Former West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's faction on Friday moved to the Supreme Court against Election Commission of India's order to freeze Trinamool Congress' name and symbol ahead of the byelection in Nandigram slated for October 6.

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India rejects Pakistan-China's boundary joint commission as 'completely unacceptable'

India on Wednesday rejected the Pakistan-China Boundary Joint Commission, saying the body has no legal basis and asserting that Pakistan cannot enter into arrangements concerning Indian territory under its “illegal and forcible occupation”.

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NCPCR summons Meta India MD and Head over child sexual abuse material ads, hearing tomorrow

The National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR) has summoned Meta India MD and Head again to institute a formal inquiry to determine the facts of the alleged child abuse cases. The hearing is scheduled for Wednesday, September 16. Representatives of Meta India earlier appeared before the NCPCR on September 9.  

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The Hongqi N701: All about Xi Jinping's fortified limousine that he will use in India

While Chinese President Xi Jinping's bilateral meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi was the highlight of his two-day India visit for the 18th BRICS Summit, his car has also caught everyone's attention that was transported, along with other vehicles of convoy, to Delhi before his arrival.

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Putin on one side, Iran's Pezeshkian on another: PM Modi's striking BRICS pic carries Global South pitch

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday walked alongside several BRICS leaders, including Russian President Vladimir Putin, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, along the red carpet at the BRICS Business Forum 2026 in New Delhi.

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Delhi turns into fortress ahead of BRICS Summit: Full list of restricted roads and diversions

The two-day BRICS Summit beginning Saturday in New Delhi has caught the attention of the entire world, with the platform giving India a chance to champion the Global South's core development priorities such as maintaining emergency security and driving the economic growth. 

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'Intent to shame, defame and silence': Rahul Gandhi's retort to PM Modi's 'dimaagi Naxal' jibe

Nearly three weeks after Prime Minister Narendra Modi warned against 'dimaagi Naxals' and called for their isolation, Congress MP Rahul Gandhi on Monday retorted to his Independence Day remarks and accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of using such terms to evade accountability following incidents such like Satya Niketan tragedy that left seven people dead.

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President Murmu appoints Dr Dinesh Sharma as LG of Andaman and Nicobar Islands

President Droupadi Murmu on Saturday appointed Dr Dinesh Sharma as the Lieutenant Governor of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, with effect from the date he assumes charge of office, Rashtrapati Bhavan said in a statement. "The President of India is pleased to appoint Dr. Dinesh Sharma as Lt Governor of Andaman and Nicobar Islands with effect from the date he assumes charge of his office," the Rashtrapati Bhavan said in a communique issued late Saturday night.

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Bomb scare at Kolkata airport after note found on Gorakhpur-bound flight, passengers evacuated

A bomb scare was witnessed at Kolkata airport after a note found on Gorakhpur-bound flight, triggering a panic among passengers. The note was written on a tissue paper kept inside a toilet paper roll in the aircraft's washroom, officials said. "All passengers were immediately deboarded. CISF personnel, the bomb disposal squad and sniffer dogs conducted a thorough search of the aircraft as part of the security exercise. Nothing suspicious was found," a senior airport official said.

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'Reprehensible act of vandalism': India condemns demolition of 100-year-old Hindu temple in Pakistan

India on Wednesday (September 1) strongly condemned the reported demolition of a century-old Hindu temple in Pakistan's Narowal region, describing it as a 'reprehensible act of vandalism'. New Delhi also called on Pakistan to promptly investigate the incident and hold those responsible fully accountable.

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Swami Avimukteshwaranand demands Rahul Gandhi's apology over Manusmriti remarks, warns of Congress boycott

Congress MP and Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi is facing criticism over his remarks on the Manusmriti, with religious leaders now opposing his comments. Jyotirmath Shankaracharya Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati on Thursday accused the Congress leader of repeatedly insulting Hindu religious scriptures and said such remarks were unacceptable.

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Stones pelted at Vande Bharat near Surat with UP Governor Anandiben Patel onboard

A Mumbai-Ahmedabad Vande Bharat Express was allegedly targeted with stones near Utran railway station in Gujarat's Surat district on Tuesday. Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel was onboard the train at the time of the stone-pelting but remained safe. Fortunately, no injuries or casualties were reported in the incident.

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'Think beyond today, build tomorrow's India': PM Modi's big message to top officials in high-level meeting

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday held the third high-level meeting with secretaries of the Central government, urging senior officials to look beyond immediate challenges and focus on preparing India for the years ahead. The meeting, held at the Prime Minister's residence at 7 Lok Kalyan Marg, focused on the future agenda of ministries and departments dealing with infrastructure and connectivity, security and foreign affairs, as well as governance.

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ED takes big action in money laundering case linked to Jauhar University, raids 10 locations

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Wednesday took a significant action in a money laundering case linked to Mohammad Ali Jauhar University in Rampur. The ED's Lucknow Zonal Office conducted searched at 10 locations across Rampur, Saharanpur, and Delhi under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). According to the ED, the investigation pertains to the alleged illegal acquisition of land for the university and the alleged misappropriation of government funds. Allegations regarding the diversion of government funds for the construction of university buildings are also being investigated.

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PM Modi to address nation from ramparts of Red Fort for 13th consecutive time on 80th Independence Day

India will celebrate its 80th Independence Day on Saturday with Prime Minister Narendra Modi leading the national celebrations from the historic Red Fort in Delhi. The grand ceremony will combine traditional military honours with a strong focus on India's national journey towards Viksit Bharat 2047, with the 150-year legacy of the national song 'Vande Mataram' and the contribution of the country's youth taking centre stage. For the first time, 'Vande Mataram' will be rendered as part of the Independence Day celebrations at the Red Fort. The ceremony will also feature a coordinated flag-hoisting and 21-Gun Salute, followed by the Prime Minister's address to the nation from the ramparts of the iconic monument.

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Rahul Gandhi mocks PM Modi, Amit Shah; BJP hits back at 'uncouth, obscene' remarks

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi sharpened his attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah and the RSS on Thursday. Speaking at the Ratchnatmak Congress National Convention, the Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha told the party workers that their task was to keep the government under pressure.

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How can Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh prosper together? CM Mohan Yadav outlines blueprint in exclusive interview

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Wednesday outlined his vision for strengthening economic ties between Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat, saying his government's aim was to ensure that both states prosper together and contribute to the country's overall economic growth.

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PM Modi speaks to US Vice President JD Vance, discusses India-US strategic partnership

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday spoke to US Vice President JD Vance on the phone call and discussed ways to further deepen the India-US Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership across key areas. During the phone call, he also congratulated Vance and Second Lady Usha Vance on the birth of their son and conveyed his best wishes to the family.

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India draws a firm line on Arunachal, officially maps 27 locations after China's repeated renaming attempts

In a significant development, India on Friday formally identified 27 locations and geographical features in Arunachal Pradesh on the official maps of the Survey of India, a move that comes amid repeated attempts by China to rename places in the border state. As per the official statement, the exercise was carried out in consultation with the Government of Arunachal Pradesh and is intended to ensure accurate identification of these places and improve public awareness.

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