Mumbai police have uncovered a plot to assassinate NCP leader Baba Siddique, orchestrated by Pune-based brothers Pravin and Shubham Lonkar, who financed and managed shooters Shivkumar Gautam and Dharmaraj Kashyap. Three individuals have been arrested while police continue to investigate additional suspects and explore connections to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang.
AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal advises Omar Abdullah on handling limited CM powers in J&K, likening it to Delhi's constraints. Kejriwal welcomes AAP's first electoral win in J&K and hopes Mehraj Malik gains a ministerial role. He criticizes BJP for not providing free electricity and improving public services despite ruling in 22 states.
Madhur aka Ayaan, linked to Lawrence Bishnoi and Hashim Baba gangs, was arrested by Delhi Police's Special Cell after an encounter in Narela. He was involved in the murder of gym owner Nadir Shah in Greater Kailash 1. Fired upon by police, he sustained bullet injuries. His accomplice Raju remains at large.
Boris Johnson discusses his meetings with Narendra Modi, from their initial meeting in London to his efforts to persuade India to reduce dependence on Russia. He describes India's historical stance on non-alignment and military ties with Russia, and includes a private conversation with Queen Elizabeth about India's relations with Russia.
Omar Abdullah of the National Conference is set to stake his claim to form Jammu & Kashmir's first elected government since its union territory status, with support from 49 MLAs, including Congress. The decision follows a crucial party meeting and amidst concerns of potential defections reminiscent of past political upheavals. Congress's weakened position remains a focal point.
Ratan Tata, the revered emeritus chairman of Tata Group and Tata Sons, passed away at 86. He significantly influenced the Tata Group, leading key initiatives such as Tata Teleservices and Tata Consultancy Services’ IPO. Post-retirement, he remained an influential figure, overseeing Tata Trusts and supporting over 30 start-ups. Tata's legacy in business and philanthropy continues to inspire.
The Indian government has approved a major project to build two nuclear-powered submarines and acquire 31 MQ-9B Predator drones from the US, costing around Rs 68,000 crore, to counter China's regional activities. The submarines and drones will enhance India's intelligence, surveillance, and defensive capabilities.
Mohamad Yousuf Tarigami of CPI(M) wins his fifth consecutive term in Kulgam constituency, defeating Jamaat-e-Islami candidate Sayar Reshi. Tarigami received 33,390 votes while Reshi got 25,639 votes. Tarigami, who is supported by various parties except BJP, has held this seat since 1996. National Conference did not field a candidate this time.
BSP chief Mayawati attributes the party's poor performance in the Haryana assembly election to the 'casteist' attitude of the state's Jat community. She urges them to change their mindset, noting that Jats in Uttar Pradesh have largely overcome casteism.
Security forces have intensified search operations in Jammu's Kathua and Poonch areas following recent shootouts with terrorists. This escalation occurs just days before the first phase of assembly elections on Sept 18. The region has witnessed rising violence, leading to 21 security force fatalities from May to mid-September.
Congress leader Kanhaiya Kumar remarked that true peace in Jammu and Kashmir will be realized only under Congress rule. While campaigning for Ghulam Ahmad Mir, he pointed out public frustration with oppression and unemployment. He criticized the BJP's intentions and urged voters to reclaim their rights in the forthcoming Assembly elections.
Tripura police are investigating the lynching of Gautam Das, allegedly by BJP Yuva Morcha leaders. Despite a direct complaint from his father, no arrests were made initially. Opposition parties criticized the police's inaction. Following intervention by the Chief Minister, four suspects were eventually arrested and jailed.
Indore and other consistently top-ranked cities such as Surat and Navi Mumbai will be placed in a new 'Golden Cities Club' category, separate from the annual Swachhta ranking. This initiative aims to encourage other cities to improve their cleanliness standards by providing them an opportunity to achieve higher rankings.
Shruti, an accountant in Kozhikode, faced unimaginable loss when her family died in the Wayanad landslides. Her fiance Jenson provided support but tragically passed away after a car accident. The couple had planned to marry in September and had recently reaffirmed their commitment during a visit to a graveyard.
The Congress released its third list of 40 candidates for the Haryana Assembly elections, including Aditya Surjewala from Kaithal. With this announcement, the party has named candidates for 81 out of the 90 seats. There is speculation about a potential last-minute alliance with AAP. The elections are set for October 5, with vote counting on October 8.
External affairs minister S Jaishankar on Tuesday reiterated India's stance on the Russia-Ukraine conflict, emphasizing that differences should be resolved through dialogue and negotiation. He highlighted India's involvement in various initiatives and PM Modi's meetings with both Ukrainian and Russian leaders, stressing that negotiations are the only way forward for peace.
The mother of the RG Kar Medical College rape and murder victim accused a district official of offering money, opposing West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee's denial. Banerjee dismissed these claims as slander and part of a conspiracy by the Centre and left parties. She also noted that Kolkata Police Commissioner Vineet Goyal offered to resign.
