Apollo Hospital fined ₹43.11 lakh for negligence in 2013 stroke death
Telangana’s consumer commission held Apollo Hospital liable for medical negligence in a 2013 stroke case, ordering a total payment of ₹43.11 lakh.
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A.R. Rahman urges filmmakers to spotlight Kashmir’s peace and natural splendor
Oscar-winning composer A.R. Rahman, filming an ad in Srinagar, appealed to Bollywood to highlight Kashmir’s natural beauty and harmony, praising the new International Film Festival.
ED raid recovers gold, watches; Harish Rawat steps down from Congress posts
The Enforcement Directorate recovered cash, gold and luxury watches from the Dehradun residence of Harish Rawat’s aide Chandan Singh Jeena. Rawat subsequently stepped down from two Congress organisational posts amid the probe.
Colombo Security Conclave Wraps Three-Day Tabletop Drill at Visakhapatnam Naval Base
A three‑day tabletop exercise by the Colombo Security Conclave ended at the Eastern Naval Command in Visakhapatnam, targeting illicit maritime activity in the Indian Ocean.
Hyderabad Man Defrauded of Rs 3.5 Crore in Extended Dating App Scam
A Hyderabad resident was duped out of Rs 3.5 crore after a fraudster shifted a dating‑app chat to WhatsApp, sustaining the scheme for 55 days before police were contacted.
Nalgonda consumer triumphs as court orders insurance payout after denied car repair claim
The Nalgonda District Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission ordered Royal Sundaram to pay ₹1.43 lakh to homeowner Bonagiri Rani after she was denied reimbursement for June 2019 car repairs.
West Bengal Bypolls: Left Announces Nandigram, Rejinagar Candidates as TMC Splits
The Left party has named its candidates for the Nandigram and Rejinagar bypolls in West Bengal, while the ruling Trinamool Congress grapples with an internal split.
Dotasra Accuses BJP of Fencing Independents Following Sikar Civic Polls
Congress state chief Govind Singh Dotasra accused Rajasthan CM Bhajanlal Sharma and the BJP of undemocratic tactics after local polling in Sikar.
Srabani Nanda lauds Poland's Spała Olympic Centre as sprint training boost for India
Srabani Nanda shares how training at Poland’s Spała Olympic Centre offered top facilities and international exposure, sharpening India’s sprint squad for upcoming major events.
BJP launches five‑day Karnataka padayatra to contest two‑stanza Vande Mataram limit
The BJP will march through all 224 Karnataka assembly seats from Sept 15‑19, challenging the state’s decision to restrict the national song Vande Mataram to two verses.
Modi, Xi Meet in New Delhi, Emphasize Border Peace at BRICS 2026
At the BRICS 2026 summit in New Delhi, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Xi Jinping met, underscoring the need for peace and stability along their contested border.
Manjeet Kaur’s Final Video Shows ‘They Set Me On Fire’, First Arrest Made
A video recorded by influencer Manjeet Kaur before her death shows her pleading ‘they set me on fire’; police have made the first arrest, with one suspect detained.
Congress’s Udit Raj urges India‑China talks on Aksai Chin, Ladakh, Arunachal and trade
Congress leader Udit Raj said India must move beyond high‑level meetings and openly discuss unresolved border disputes—Aksai Chin, Ladakh, Arunachal Pradesh—and trade imbalances with China.
Indian-origin Anila Baby arrested in California for murders of two Malayali friends
An Indian-origin woman, Anila Baby, has been taken into custody in California on suspicion of killing two Malayali friends in separate violent attacks.
4‑Year‑Old Meet Trees Shatters Kamal Haasan Record, Becomes India's Youngest National Award Winner
A four‑year‑old named Meet Trees has broken Kamal Haasan's record to become the youngest recipient of India's National Award.
Modi greets Ethiopia's Abiy Ahmed at New Delhi's Bharat Mandapam during BRICS 2026
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi received Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali at the Bharat Mandapam, the venue for the 2026 BRICS summit in New Delhi.
Kerala Leader of Opposition Vijayan says ED move targets CPI-M, not him
Kerala Leader of Opposition Pinarayi Vijayan said the ED's move to register a graft case against him and his family targets the CPI-M, not him.
vivo India launches its new vivo Buds earbuds with long battery and noise‑cancellation
vivo India introduced the vivo Buds, lightweight true‑wireless earbuds offering long battery life, immersive sound, intelligent call noise cancellation and seamless connectivity.
SP Slams Sanjay Nishad Over Protests in UP Trader Vinod Sahani Murder Case
Samajwadi Party targeted UP Minister Sanjay Nishad for staging street protests over trader Vinod Sahani's death while retaining his cabinet position.
Neha Dhupia says motherhood has shaken her confidence ahead of Roadies Rebirth
Actress Neha Dhupia says motherhood has left her feeling shaky in confidence as she prepares to appear as a gang leader in Roadies Rebirth's 20th edition.
Shaheen Bhatt recalls prank on four‑year‑old Alia, saying she ‘wasn’t their parents’ child’
Actress Alia Bhatt revealed that sister Shaheen once teased her at age four, claiming she wasn’t their parents’ child, using the phrase ‘came free with Parle‑G’.
Unidentified Gunmen Fire at Three Homes, Damage Vehicles in Delhi's Nand Nagri
Unidentified individuals opened fire outside three homes and damaged nearby vehicles in Delhi's Nand Nagri area on Friday night, prompting official concern.
India Launches 18th BRICS Summit at New Delhi’s Bharat Mandapam on Sept 12
India hosts the 18th BRICS Summit at New Delhi’s Bharat Mandapam on September 12‑13, convening leaders of the five member nations for two days of dialogue.
SRM School of Law Hosts Landmark Lecture on Sustainability, Law and Human Rights
In September 2026, SRM School of Law in Chennai held a distinguished public lecture on sustainability, law and human rights, organized by senior faculty leaders.
CJP Calls for Overhaul of Karnataka Public Service Commission, Launches Statewide Student Campaign
CJP is urging a comprehensive overhaul of the Karnataka Public Service Commission and is organizing a statewide student campaign to press its demands.
Bengaluru Police Seize Illegal Mobile Phones in Jail, Arrest Nine
Bengaluru police uncovered three separate caches of prohibited mobile phones inside a local jail, leading to the arrest of nine individuals.
Tejashwi Yadav urges Bihar CM to install life‑size statues of three late leaders
RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav wrote to Bihar chief minister Nitish Kumar seeking life‑size statues of late leaders Ram Vilas Paswan, Sharad Yadav and Raghuvansh Singh, citing the party’s inclusive vision.
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto Lands in New Delhi for 18th BRICS Summit
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto touched down in New Delhi to join the 18th BRICS Summit, where India and Indonesia will push a joint agenda of cooperation, development and prosperity.
IMF Labels India a Key Engine of Global Growth After 7.8% Q2 Surge
IMF spokesperson Julie Kozack praised India’s 7.8% second‑quarter GDP growth, saying it surpassed forecasts and underscored the country’s resilience as a catalyst for worldwide economic expansion.
Anwar Ibrahim and Modi Invoke ‘My Brother’ as Personal Touch in BRICS Diplomacy
During BRICS discussions, Malaysia’s Anwar Ibrahim and India’s Narendra Modi highlighted a personal bond, referring to each other as ‘My Brother’.
Surat Trader Allegedly Stolen of Gold Worth Rs 1.95 Cr and AED 1.28 Lakh at Mumbai Airport
A Surat-based textile trader returning from Dubai was allegedly robbed of 1.5 kg gold worth about Rs 1.95 crore and AED 1.28 lakh in cash at Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, police said Friday.
Mumbai friend charged with murder after fatal clash over personal belongings
A man in Goregaon, Mumbai, was beaten to death by a friend after a dispute over the unauthorized use of his clothes and other personal items, police say.
Kerala High Court hears E.T Firoz’s challenge to Recovery Officer and DRT‑I
The Kerala High Court examined the petition of E.T Firoz against the Recovery Officer and the Debts Recovery Tribunal‑I, raising questions on debt recovery procedures.
Modi Calls on BRICS Business Council to Cut Trade Barriers, Boost Startups
PM Narendra Modi asked the BRICS Business Council to draft a report eliminating the top ten trade barriers, back 100 startups yearly, and create a thousand business partnerships across BRICS.
ED says Rs 14,131.60 cr asset recovery won’t shield Vijay Mallya from money‑laundering case
The Enforcement Directorate told the Bombay High Court that the Rs 14,131.60 crore assets reclaimed by an SBI‑led consortium do not terminate criminal proceedings against Vijay Mallya.
MECL signs MoU with NBCC to renovate and upgrade Nagpur corporate headquarters
Mineral Exploration and Consultancy Limited has inked a memorandum of understanding with NBCC (India) Ltd on 11 September 2026 to repair, renovate and upgrade its corporate headquarters in Nagpur.
Karnataka SIT raids ten sites in six states over Dodderi fake drug ring
The Karnataka Special Investigation Team conducted coordinated raids at ten locations across six states, targeting a counterfeit drug network uncovered in Dodderi on Bengaluru’s outskirts.
Delhi’s Roll Revision Omits 47.57 Lakh Voters; Karnataka Elite Flagged for Verification
Delhi’s Special Intensive Revision cut 47.57 lakh names—about a third of the roll—while Karnataka sees high‑profile figures like Nandan Nilekani flagged for verification; claims due by Sept 30.
Maharashtra Exam Date Shift Upends Careers, Marriages, Finances
A sudden rescheduling of a key Maharashtra exam has unsettled job prospects, postponed marriages, and strained finances for many aspirants.
Karnataka High Court SDA Recruitment 2026 Deadline Hits Today, 20 Posts Open
The Karnataka High Court’s SDA recruitment for 2026 closes today, offering 20 vacancies with specified eligibility, fee and salary details.
CJP founder Dipke urges Maharashtra to engage Jarange, warns against forceful action
CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke called on the Maharashtra government to address Maratha activist Manoj Jarange’s demands and cautioned against any forcible action.
Actor Zain Imam removes Instagram app from phone, keeps account active
Television actor Zain Imam says he has taken Instagram off his phone, but will keep his account active, citing a richer life beyond screens.
Viral video shows luxury car’s number plate vanish on Pune‑Mumbai Expressway
A video circulating online captures a luxury vehicle’s licence plate disappearing while traveling on the Pune‑Mumbai Expressway, sparking widespread online attention.
BJP MLA Payal Shankar slams Telangana govt over fee dues, land disputes
BJP MLA Payal Shankar accused Telangana’s administration of ignoring fee‑related grievances and unresolved land disputes during a heated assembly debate.
Indian National Indicted in US for Falsely Claiming Citizenship to Vote
A federal grand jury in Minnesota has indicted an Indian national on two counts for alleging US citizenship to vote in 2024.
PM Modi Highlights Global Legacy of Vivekananda’s 1893 Chicago Speech
Prime Minister Narendra Modi recalled Swami Vivekananda’s 1893 Chicago address, noting its global influence and its reflection of India’s cultural ethos.
Karnataka expands Urban Self-Harm Study to 37 government hospitals
The state health department announced that the Urban Self‑Harm Study has been extended to 37 government hospitals across Karnataka, aiming to broaden data collection on city‑based self‑injury cases.
Delhi Airspace Closed for BRICS Summit: Restrictions Enforced Sep 11-13
From 1:30 am UTC on Sep 11 until 5:30 pm UTC on Sep 13, Delhi’s airspace will be placed under special security restrictions as the city hosts the BRICS summit, officials said.
Government says medical PG cut‑off will not be lowered after last year’s backlash
The government said it will not lower the percentile cut‑off for super‑speciality postgraduate medical seats after severe backlash last year when the threshold was reduced to zero.
MoS I&B L. Murugan says J&K poised to regain status as global film hub
Union Minister of State for Information & Broadcasting L. Murugan told the inaugural International Film Festival in Srinagar that Jammu and Kashmir can again become a preferred filming location for Indian and international producers.
Two Hapur men killed when car rams canter on Delhi-Meerut Expressway
Two Hapur men were killed and one person was injured when their car struck a moving canter from behind on the Delhi-Meerut Expressway in Ghaziabad.
Tamil Nadu Assembly Live Telecast Draws Record Online Viewership
Tamil Nadu’s live telecast of the Legislative Assembly drew record online viewership, with lakhs watching the chief minister, a former film star, lead proceedings.
BJP leader urges VVCMC to bar non‑Hindu firms from Ganeshotsav contracts
BJP municipal leader Ashok Shelke told the Vasai‑Virar City Municipal Corporation to refuse Ganeshotsav festival contracts to contractors who are not Hindu, while commissioner Prithviraj said any award will be made in accordance with existing law.
ABVP files DUSU election nominations, intensifies PG safety and hostel demand campaign
Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad filed nominations for seven probable candidates in the Delhi University Students' Union elections, launching an intensified outreach campaign focused on PG safety, hostel shortages and student demands.
Fadnavis Orders SIT Probe into MPSC Exam Case, Promises Re-Test for Students
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis promised student delegates an SIT investigation and a re-examination for the MPSC State Services Main Exam 2025 on Thursday.
DDA Conducts Stakeholder Consultations with Civic and Heritage Bodies on Master Plan 2047
The Delhi Development Authority held intensive consultations with civic and heritage bodies to refine the implementation framework of Master Plan for Delhi 2047.
MoRD officials inspect rural scheme progress in Manipur's Churachandpur district
Deputy Director General Altaf Hussain Haji and Deputy Director Rajesh Kumar of the Ministry of Rural Development visited Churachandpur on Wednesday to assess the rollout of rural development and welfare programmes in the district.
Sheraton Grand Bangalore rolls out themed Sunday brunch series at Feast restaurant
Sheraton Grand Bangalore’s Feast restaurant is hosting a month‑long series of themed Sunday brunches in September, featuring regional Indian, Italian and Bavarian menus for diners seeking cultural and culinary variety.
India, Qatar Hold Talks in Doha as New Envoy Srikar Reddy Presents Credentials
India's new Ambassador to Qatar Srikar Reddy presented his credentials in Doha to Minister Sultan bin Saad Al Muraikhi to enhance strategic ties.
Soha Ali Khan Calls Out Mumbai Walkability Issues In Instagram Post On Civic Obstacles
Actor Soha Ali Khan took to Instagram to highlight the daily challenges of walking on Mumbai streets, citing obstacles like dog poop and open manholes.