India

Mamata Banerjee accused the BJP-led West Bengal government of reneging on its pre-poll promise of Annapurna Bhandar assistance for women and excluding beneficiaries through eligibility rules. She claimed payments to many former Lakshmir Bhandar beneficiaries were stopped or withheld, triggering protests

The Mamata Banerjee-led TMC faction has moved the Supreme Court challenging the delay in deciding disqualification petitions against 20 rebel MPs. The plea, filed by Abhishek Banerjee, is listed for hearing before a Bench headed by CJI Surya Kant

Noorunnisa, a 70-year-old woman who survived by begging in Mandya, Karnataka, left neighbours stunned after bundles of currency notes and sacks of coins were found in her hut following her death. Her two brothers later discovered the money and shared it equally

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said the state FDA will frame SOPs to curb edible oil adulteration while protecting traditional oil traders and small retailers. He called for a balanced approach to food safety and livelihoods and announced a joint Maharashtra-Haryana committee for the Panipat memorial

The Delhi High Court sought an explanation from the BJP-led Delhi government over mandatory MP or MLA endorsement for women seeking Rs 2,500 monthly assistance under the Delhi Lakshmi Yojana. The court questioned the requirement's rationale and termed a scheme without rationale potentially arbitrary

The Karnataka Assembly passed eight Bills without discussion amid Opposition protests demanding Minister B Nagendra's resignation. Key amendments allow limited use of park land for public utility projects, enable remote property registration, regulate rural properties and seek administrative reforms for Bengaluru's transport system

The Cockroach Janta Party announced a September 5 protest march in Delhi, accusing the Centre of failing to implement commitments made after its July agitation over examination irregularities. Families of deceased NEET aspirants and alleged police brutality victims will lead the peaceful march

Heavy rain battered Delhi-NCR on Monday, causing widespread waterlogging, traffic congestion and flight disruptions. Gurugram authorities advised offices to allow work from home and schools to conduct online classes, while 15 flights, including three international services, were diverted from Delhi airport

The government is closely monitoring onion prices, arrivals and availability, saying stocks are sufficient to meet domestic demand in coming months. Buffer stocks are being released in a calibrated manner, while Kanda Express is facilitating supplies to major consumption centres

Heavy rain and thunderstorms disrupted flight operations in Delhi-NCR on Monday, with more than a dozen flights diverted. Airlines including IndiGo, Air India, Akasa Air and SpiceJet issued advisories, while the AAI urged passengers to check weather and flight updates

Delhi Police have busted a fake airline job racket allegedly operating through “Bretish Airways” and Future Wings Learning Institute, arresting six people in Noida. The accused allegedly duped job seekers by promising airport jobs and collecting registration fees

Tata Power Renewable Energy has commissioned a 190.5 MW firm and dispatchable renewable energy project at Kalasar in Rajasthan. Part of a 460 MW project, it will supply power to three discoms and takes the company’s renewable utility capacity to 12.4 GW

Larsen & Toubro has secured an ultra-mega contract worth more than Rs 15,000 crore for gas compression facilities and related infrastructure in the Middle East. The project includes processing facilities, utilities and two 230-kV extra-high-voltage substations

Larsen & Toubro has secured an ultra-mega contract worth over Rs 15,000 crore to develop gas compression facilities and related infrastructure in the Middle East. The EPC project includes processing facilities, utilities and high-voltage substations for sour gas installations.

The Centre has lifted export restrictions on several wheat products, including atta, maida and semolina, by moving them to the free category. The decision comes after improved domestic supplies and record foodgrain production, nearly three years after curbs were imposed.

The Supreme Court on Monday agreed to consider listing a plea challenging an Allahabad High Court order for demolition of lawyers’ chambers allegedly built on public land near the Lucknow District Court complex, with demolition action scheduled for August 30

UPI’s annual transaction volume surged nearly 13,000-fold to over 24,162 crore in FY 2025-26, Ministry of Finance data showed. Transaction value also rose sharply, while the number of banks on the platform increased to 703 during the decade

The recent Kakinada nursing college violence raises concern over the safety, dignity and social inclusion of Northeast women, as unresolved disputes risk becoming local-outsider conflicts

Banking services across India are likely to face disruption in September after the UFBU called strikes on September 11 and 28-30. The unions are demanding a five-day working week, withdrawal of the PLI system and resolution of pension-related issues.

Actress Kajol shared a witty message on Instagram saying she prefers peace over arguments with people who seek attention more than logic. The actress also shared stylish photos and recently expressed gratitude to fans who wished her birthday

The J&K and Ladakh High Court has ruled that women facing domestic violence need not wait for a trial to conclude to seek interim residence protection, holding that Magistrates can grant such relief at an earlier stage of proceedings

Tata Group-owned Indian Hotels Company will merge Oriental Hotels through an all-stock transaction, with boards approving the proposed arrangement. Shareholders will receive 25 IHCL shares for every 117 OHL shares. The merger aims to simplify holdings, improve efficiency and unlock portfolio value

India’s monsoon situation has improved significantly, narrowing the rainfall deficit and supporting recovery in Kharif sowing, a Macquarie report said. Adequate reservoir levels have reduced risks to crop output and food inflation, though rainfall distribution and conditions in Bihar remain key concerns

A 28-year-old Punjab man, Gurdeep Singh, was shot dead while delivering pizza in New York City, in a suspected robbery attempt. The Indian Consulate in New York expressed condolences and assured assistance to his family as police investigate and search for the unidentified suspect