20+ hour, 49+ min ago   (863+ words) Mumbai police denied permission for Manoj Jarange's proposed indefinite hunger strike from September 19, citing security and operational concerns during Ganeshotsav. Jarange criticised the decision, accused the Maharashtra government of suppressing his agitation and said his legal team would challenge the…...

23+ hour, 18+ min ago   (311+ words) The West Bengal government has ordered 252 madrassas closed and issued show-cause notices to around 100 others following a state-wide survey that identified gaps in approvals and infrastructure. Officials said further action would follow examination of responses to the notices Kolkata: The…...

23+ hour, 44+ min ago   (540+ words) Zeenath Khan's debut novel The Sirens of September explores Hyderabad's 1948 integration with India through real and imagined characters. Set against a fading princely world, the historical fiction follows teenage protagonist Farishteh amid political intrigue, espionage and upheaval New Delhi: It…...

23+ hour, 56+ min ago   (297+ words) The National Institute of Nutrition has raised concerns over FSSAI's proposed red warning labels for packaged foods high in sugar, fat and salt. It has urged warnings for products exceeding limits for even one nutrient instead of multiple nutrients. Hyderabad:…...

1+ day, 2+ hour ago   (244+ words) Various organisations held a protest meeting at Dharna Chowk in Hyderabad on Sunday, demanding steps to protect Waqf and Jamia Nizamia properties. Speakers urged sustained public pressure, community participation and accountability, while women were asked to actively join the movement....

1+ day, 53+ min ago   (456+ words) The Supreme Court directed Haryana Police to execute a non-bailable warrant against murder accused Vishal and produce him before the court on September 21. The order came after the court took exception to his alleged “victory procession” following his bail New…...

1+ day, 1+ hour ago   (767+ words) Manoj Jarange Patil has alleged a conspiracy to kill him and create chaos during his proposed Mumbai march for Maratha reservation. He said he would not surrender, while urging supporters to join the peaceful agitation despite government warnings and possible…...

1+ day, 6+ hour ago   (250+ words) The Yogi Ganesh Association of Kangti, founded in 1995, has combined Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations with social initiatives. Inspired by Bal Gangadhar Tilak, the association supports needy families, organises chess tournaments and promotes environmental protection and youth development. Sangareddy: Inspired by Lokmanya…...

1+ day, 19+ hour ago   (367+ words) The Allahabad High Court has directed a man to produce his son on September 16 after the son alleged illegal detention by his father for converting to Islam and marrying a Muslim woman. Justice Sandeep Jain passed the order while hearing…...

1+ day, 20+ hour ago   (248+ words) There is no universal inhibitor in global politics. Power must be restrained by both countervailing strength and political judgement What one government considers an unacceptable use of power, another may regard as strategically necessary. For other states, therefore, security cannot…...