483 candidates in fray for J&K polls

A total of 483 candidates have filed their nomination papers for 40 Assembly Constituencies (ACs) across seven districts of Jammu and Kashmir, which are set to go to polls in the third and final phase of the J&K Assembly Elections 2024.

Sitaram Yechury no more, rich tributes pour in

CPI(M) general secretary Sitaram Yechury died at AIIMS here on Thursday following a prolonged illness. He was 72. Yechury had been in a critical condition for the last few days and was on respiratory support.

Row erupts over PM Modi attending Puja at CJI's house

With a row erupting over Prime Minister Narendra Modi attending the Ganpati Puja celebrations at Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud's residence, the BJP and it's ally hit out at the opposition parties on Thursday, calling their reactions \"reckless\" and said casting \"baseless aspersions\" on the highest court sets a dangerous precedent.

BJP rebels to fight as independents

Despite concerted efforts to quell internal dissent, the ruling BJP continues to grapple with rebellion as several party leaders, unhappy with the ticket distribution, have filed their nominations as independent candidates on the last day of nominations on September 12.

No Breakthrough In Stand-Off Between Doctors, Bengal Govt

Agitating junior doctors continued to spar with the State Government over conditions to engage in talks with Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, which the Government rejected, insisting on talks "without preconditions".

'Global Chess League provides a unique opportunity to bond with new minds'

Arjun Erigaisi has been creating waves this year with a career-best ranking.

'I was taunted by villagers for playing judo despite losing vision': Paralympic medallist Parmar

Visually impaired but extremely positive, historymaking Indian Paralympic medallist Kapil Parmar faced constant taunts from his fellow villagers when he started para-judo eight years ago, but it only strengthened his resolve to do something significant in life.

Australia skipper Marsh looking to take backseat as bowler during England T20Is

Australian skipper Mitchell Marsh is not expecting to bowl during the three-match T20I series against England starting on Wednesday, saying that the team has plenty of bowling options, including allrounders and part-timers who can deliver some quality spin/pace bowling.

Sri Lanka players rise in recent ICC Men's Test Rankings

Six Sri Lankan players have obtained new careerhigh ratings on the latest ICC Men's Test Rankings following their victory over England in the third Test match at The Oval.

HC issues notice to NADA on Bajrang Punia's plea challenging his suspension

The Delhi High Court on Wednesday issued a notice to the National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA) on a petition moved by wrestler Bajrang Punia, in which the grappler has challenged his provisional suspension.

Shafali Verma feels 'emotional and happiest' while playing for India

Indian opener Shafali Verma opened up on representing her country, saying that playing the sport for India is quite \"emotional and happiest feeling\" for him.

Resilient Pakistan register 2-1 win against Japan

Unbeaten Pakistan played valiantly to register their first victory in the Asian Champions Trophy by beating Japan 2-1 here at the Moqi Hockey Training Base in Hulun Buir on Wednesday.

RAJKUMAR SCORES HAT-TRICK AS INDIA CRUSH MALAYSIA 8-1

Rajkumar Pal's sensational hat-trick helped the Indian Men's Hockey Team beat Malaysia comprehensively by an 8-1 margin in their third match of the Asian Champions Trophy in Moqi, China, on Wednesday.

On 9/11 anniversary, Biden vows to protect US from terrorism

US President Joe Biden reaffirmed the nation's resolve and vowed that the commitment to protect American lives and prevent future terrorist attacks will never fade away.

Balochs protest in England

Baloch human rights activist Aomar Karim, during his Participation in the 'Solidarity with Ukraine' event and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) conference in London, highlighted the human rights violation by Pakistan in the Balochistan province, a local media outlet Balochwarna reported.

UK economy unexpectedly flatlines for second month in row

The anticipated post-election bounceback in the UK economy failed to materialise as activity flatlined in July for a second month, according to the latest official data.

Presidential debate: Trump, Harris lock horns

94 The exchange lasted for 90 minutes. Kamala Harris controlled the conversation at times, baiting Trump with jabs at his economic policy, his refusal to concede his 2020 election loss and even his performance at his rallies; Trump once again denied he had lost the 2020 elections.

MILITARY COMMANDERS OF US, CHINA TALK OVER PHONE

Military commanders of the US and China held a phone conversation with each other, as per information by the US Indo-Pacific command marking the first time in years that the two leaders have engaged in formal conversation.

Chinese vehicle sales continue to decline for third consecutive month

Like the real estate market, China's automotive sector is experiencing a significant revenue decline.

Frequent power cuts in POJK affect daily life

The residents of Pakistanoccupied Jammu and Kashmir (POJK) continue to suffer because of a severe ongoing power crisis in the area.

Israel confirms two soldiers killed in helicopter crash

Two soldiers were killed when their helicopter crashed while landing in the southern Gaza area of Rafah overnight.

Karachi residents stage 12-hour protest over power, water shortages

Residents of Karachi staged a sit-in protest on Hawkes Bay Road in front of Mauripur Main Bazar, blocking traffic to express their frustration over the lack of electricity and water, The Express Tribune reported.

Israel launches its first suicide prevention campaign

Israel's Ministry of Health is launching for the first time a suicide prevention campaign that it published on Tuesday, which is World Suicide Prevention Day.

Pakistan National Assembly Speaker suspends security officials over PTI lawmakers' arrests

National Assembly Speaker Sardar Ayaz Sadiq has suspended five security officials following the arrest of PTI lawmakers from the Parliament House, Dawn reported.

PAK'S PTI LEADERS MOVE HIGH COURT FOR TRANSIT BAIL AFTER ISLAMABAD RALLY ARREST

Several lawmakers from Pakistan Tehreek Insaf (PTI), including Omar Ayub Khan, Zartaj Gul, and Asad Qaiser, appeared on Wednesday in the Peshawar High Court seeking transit bail in connection with cases filed after the party's recent rally in Islamabad, The Express Tribune reported.

India-Philippines joint defence cooperation meet held in Manila

The fifth meeting of the India-Philippines Joint Defence Cooperation Committee (JDCC) convened in Manila on September 11.

HISTORIC MOMENT: PALESTINE GETS SEAT IN UN GENERAL ASSEMBLY

The 79th session of the UN General Assembly kicked off in New York with the presence of the representatives of Palestine, which have been given a seat in the General Assembly Hall next to the UN member states.

SUPREME COURT DIRECTS REGISTRY: DO NOT ACCEPT BLACK & WHITE PHOTOGRAPHS

The West Bengal Governor C.V. Ananda Bose reserved the Aparajita Women and Child, West Bengal Criminal Laws Amendment Bill, 2024 to the President of India Droupadi Murmu for consideration on September 06, 2024.

Supreme Court grants bail to undertrial; reaffirms right to speedy trial: To avoid trial process itself being the punishment'

The Supreme Court in the case Balwinder Singh v.State of Punjab observed and has granted bail to an undertrial prisoner who be ing in custody for over four years, considering the delay in the trial.

Delhi High Court: Mere govt recommendation does not entitle individual to claim DDA plot area of choice, allotment subject to availability

The Delhi High Court in the case Shri Rashter Kumar vs.Delhi Development Authority & Anr. observed that an individual cannot claim a particular plot of land in a particular area of his choice as a matter of right, even if recommendations are being made by a government authority or by an agency for allotment of alternate land to the individual.