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Single bullet mark found on left side of Badlapur Pocso accused's head: Autopsy report

The Bombay High Court is set to urgently hear a petition by the father of an accused in the Badlapur school sexual assault case, who was killed in a police encounter. A post-mortem revealed a single bullet wound on his head. Forensic teams inspected the scene, and CID Maharashtra will handle the investigation.

Judges are also fallible, shouldn't shy away from accepting mistakes: SC

The Supreme Court of India has recognized mistakes in its earlier order that provided protection to Indiabulls Housing Finance against debt recovery and money laundering cases. The court admitted it did not hear the Enforcement Directorate before issuing the restraint order. It has now modified this decision, allowing the High Court to handle interim protection matters.

'Sir, do hi haath hain' - Virat Kohli stumps Kanpur hotel staff

The Indian cricket team has started assembling in Kanpur for the second Test against Bangladesh after securing a decisive win in Chennai. A video shows Virat Kohli and Rishabh Pant arriving at their hotel. India triumphed by 280 runs in the first Test, with key performances from Ravichandran Ashwin, Rishabh Pant, Shubman Gill and Jasprit Bumrah.

After BJP rebuts Kangana's 'bring back farm laws' remark, Mandi MP reacts

After BJP distanced itself from Kangana Ranaut's remarks on the repealed farm laws, she clarified that her views were personal. BJP spokesperson Gaurav Bhatia emphasized that she was not authorized to speak for the party. Opposition parties criticised her statements and called for Prime Minister Modi to take action. Sharing Kangana's video on X, Congress said "these black laws will (never be brought back now)... no matter how hard Modi and his MPs try".

Stock broking scam: How 15 men 'scammed' Zerodha of over Rs 2 crore

A substantial stock broking scam in Surat has led to the CID crime branch filing charges against 15 people. The scheme involved creating fraudulent Demat and trading accounts on Zerodha, resulting in tax and GST evasion of Rs 2.20 crore. Legal actions are now being taken against the accused individuals.

Shots fired at Harris’ Arizona campaign office for 2nd time in month

Kamala Harris' Arizona campaign office faced its second attack within a month after shots were fired at a Democratic Party office in Phoenix. No injuries were reported. Authorities are investigating both incidents, which have raised concerns about safety and potential foreign interference in US elections, as warned by intelligence agencies.

Lipstick leads to transfer of Tamil Nadu's woman duffedar

S B Madhavi, Greater Chennai Corporation's first woman duffedar (marshal), a job that requires her to be part of the mayor's ceremonial retinue, has been shunted out for allegedly defying an order not to wear lipstick during an official assignment last month.

China test-fires intercontinental ballistic missile into Pacific Ocean

Amazon sale starts Sep 27: 10 tips to get best deals and discounts

Amazon's Great Indian Festival sale starts on September 26th for Prime members and opens to all users on September 27th. The sale features major discounts on smartphones, electronics, audio products, and more. Customers can also benefit from an additional 10% discount using SBI cards and extra savings through Amazon Pay.

‘No land for you’: Uttarakhand villages put up signs against non-locals

Villagers in Uttarakhand are placing signs to prevent outsiders from buying land, aiming to protect their cultural identity and traditional lands. Despite repeated calls for stronger land laws, the government has not acted significantly. This grassroots movement underscores growing concerns over unchecked land sales in hill regions.

Top Hezbollah commander killed in Israeli strike on south Beirut

Ibrahim Mohammed Kobeissi, a top Hezbollah commander, was killed in an Israeli airstrike on South Beirut. The strike also resulted in six deaths and 15 injuries. Kobeissi was crucial to Hezbollah's missile operations. This incident is part of ongoing hostilities between Hezbollah and Israel since the Gaza war began last October.

'Pakistan dosti-yaari group ka naya head Gary Kirsten'

Pakistan is set to face England in a home Test series, but ex-cricketer Basit Ali alleges that PCB's main focus is on the ICC Champions Trophy. He accuses white-ball coach Gary Kirsten of political involvement and foresees his dismissal post-tournament. Basit criticizes team performance and selection decisions.

Producer Vashu Bhagnani claims that Netflix 'cheated' him on these 3 films

The Economic Offences Wing of Mumbai Police is investigating a complaint from Bollywood producer Vashu Bhagnani against Netflix and its affiliates. Bhagnani claims he was defrauded regarding the rights to three films and has not received Rs 47.37 crore in payments. Netflix denies these accusations, asserting that Pooja Entertainment owes them money.

7 dead after car rams into trailer truck in Gujarat's Sabarkantha district

Seven people were killed, and one was seriously injured when a speeding car collided with a trailer truck on a national highway near Himatnagar, Gujarat, early Wednesday morning, according to police officials.

Don't care if Damodar Valley Corporation moves HQ out of Kolkata: Mamata

Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee criticized the Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC) for causing floods by releasing water unilaterally, leading to deaths. She expressed indifference towards relocating DVC's headquarters from Kolkata. Banerjee announced financial aid for affected families and directed MPs and MLAs to use their funds for rural road repairs after floodwaters recede.

Harris has bigger cognitive problems than 'crooked' Joe: Donald Trump

Donald Trump, speaking at a Georgia rally, criticized vice president Kamala Harris and President Joe Biden. He alleged that Harris has more significant cognitive issues than Biden and claimed the world is laughing at her potential presidency. Trump also blamed their policies for increased inflation and global conflicts.

'Orange' alert for Mumbai and Thane, 'red' for Raigad today

The India Meteorological Department has issued an orange alert for Mumbai, Thane, and Palghar predicting heavy to very heavy rainfall and thunderstorms. Raigad is under a red alert for extremely heavy rain. Early Tuesday saw Mumbai's first significant rain in September with 75mm recorded within 24 hours.

US intel warns Trump of 'real & specific' Iran assassination threats

US intelligence warned Donald Trump of specific threats from Iran to assassinate him, prompting Trump to vow strong action against the nation. His campaign claims that Iran aims to destabilize the US elections through coordinated attacks and cyberattacks, which Iran denies. Both Trump's and Kamala Harris's campaigns reported foreign hacking attempts.

KL Rahul's Test cricket returns continue to confound

KL Rahul's cricket journey has seen remarkable highs and notable struggles with consistency. Despite facing criticism and challenges, he remains an essential player due to his adaptability across formats. Recent performances suggest a potential resurgence, making him a key asset for the Indian team in upcoming international fixtures. A sub35 average for someone who has played 51 Tests makes Rahul fans - and there are many - grumble in disbelief.

Delhi landlord secretly films woman tenant in bedroom, toilet

In east Delhi's Shakarpur, police have arrested a landlord accused of spying on a woman tenant by secretly installing cameras in her bathroom and bedroom. The tenant, a civil service aspirant, discovered the surveillance through unusual WhatsApp activity. Police investigations revealed multiple spy cameras and footage of the woman, leading to the landlord's arrest.

'There will be change': CM Stalin on Udhayanidhi elevation, cabinet reshuffle

Chief minister M K Stalin suggested that a cabinet reshuffle and the elevation of sports minister Udhayanidhi Stalin might be forthcoming. Although speculation has been high and no official announcement made, his remarks have elicited responses from party members. During his visit to Kolathur, Stalin also reviewed various development projects.

Ex-chiefs of Army, CBI spar over 'assault' on Captain, fiancee in Odisha

Former Army chief Gen V K Singh and ex-CBI director M Nageswara Rao sparred on social media over an alleged assault on a military captain and his fiancée at Bharatpur police station in Bhubaneswar. The Odisha government suspended five officers, with judicial and crime branch investigations ongoing into the incident.

After row over judge's Pakistan remark, Karnataka HC curbs on sharing live feed

The Karnataka High Court has issued an interim order to stop the use and uploading of live-streamed court proceedings on social media platforms following controversial remarks by Justice V Srishananda. The court stated that halting live-streaming isn't a solution and recommended reporting any violations for necessary action. The order comes days after controversial remarks by Justice V Srishananda of HC, referring to a Muslim majority area in Bengaluru as Pakistan and making objectionable comments about a woman lawyer.

'Xi & PM Modi reached consensus that ... ': Xu Feihong on Indo-China relations

Chinese ambassador Xu Feihong revealed that President Xi Jinping and Prime Minister Narendra Modi have reached a consensus to view China and India as partners in cooperation, not rivals. This agreement aims to steer bilateral relations positively. The announcement follows Foreign Minister S Jaishankar's assertion on the significance of their partnership for regional and global multipolarity.

Numerology predictions today: Read your personalised forecast for numbers 1 to 9

The article gives daily numerology advice for individuals born on certain dates. Themes include leadership qualities, communication skills, forgiveness practices, creative pursuits, and personal growth. Each number receives specific guidance to manage relationships, emotions, and professional hurdles effectively.

Madhura Pandit Jasraj, wife of the late Pandit Jasraj, passes away

Madhura Pandit Jasraj, wife of the late Pandit Jasraj and daughter of filmmaker Dr. V. Shantaram, passed away on September 25, 2024. She made significant contributions to the arts by directing documentaries and plays and authoring a biography on her husband. Her last rites will be held at Oshiwara Crematorium.

Youth unemployment rate in Kerala among highest in India

Kerala had one of the highest youth unemployment rates in the 15-29 years group in 2023-24, while Madhya Pradesh recorded the lowest, followed by Gujarat, says Periodic Labour Force Survey. Kerala's unemployment rate was 29.9% - 47.1% among females and 19.3% for males. Unemployment rate in the country was unchanged at 3.2%.

Biden-Yunus meet in NY: US, Bangladesh affirm 'close partnership'

US President Joe Biden and Bangladesh's interim government chief Mohammed Yunus affirmed a close partnership, with Biden expressing support for Bangladesh's new reform agenda. They met at the UN General Assembly, where Yunus discussed student protests in Bangladesh. Upon arriving in New York, Yunus faced protests from demonstrators.

HC backs probe against Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah in land case

The Karnataka High Court dismissed Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's petition challenging the Governor's sanction to investigate complaints against him in the MUDA alternative sites controversy. The investigation involves allegations that Siddaramaiah misused his position for allotting sites to his wife using fake documents. The court emphasized the need for an investigation.

'Difficult history': S Jaishankar on India-China relations

Foreign minister S Jaishankar underscored that India-China relations are crucial for Asia's future and global multipolarity. He noted the success of India's 'Act East Policy' and improving ties with Gulf nations. Jaishankar also mentioned key connectivity projects such as the India-Middle East-Europe economic corridor, envisioning land-based routes from the Atlantic to the Pacific by decade's end.