EAM Jaishankar to host counterparts from UAE, US in Mumbai next week

IANS | October 16, 2026 6:20 PM

New Delhi, Oct 16 (IANS) External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar will host counterparts from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the United States (US) in Mumbai on October 19-20 and also attend the celebrations of the 250th anniversary of the independence of the US as a Guest of Honour, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Friday.

Delhi shopkeepers claim Rs 100 Crore daily losses due to protests; seek return to normalcy

IANS | October 16, 2026 3:45 PM

New Delhi, Oct 16 (IANS) Traders and shopkeepers in Delhi on Friday expressed concern over the impact of ongoing protests on businesses, claiming that markets are witnessing a sharp decline in customer footfall and sales during the crucial festive season. They said the presence of security personnel, road restrictions and concerns among customers about visiting markets have added to their difficulties.

This is fight to save democracy, one should be prepared for any consequences: INDIA Bloc on speculation over Dipke's detention

IANS | October 16, 2026 3:34 PM

New Delhi, Oct 16 (IANS) As Delhi Police reached the house where Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke is staying, amid speculation that he would be detained by the cops ahead of the 'Lehra Do Tiranga' march, leaders of the Opposition said on Friday that in the fight to save democracy one should be ready for any consequences, and that they support his stance.

Proud of what India, UK achieved together: Outgoing envoy

IANS | October 16, 2026 3:34 PM

New Delhi, Oct 16 (IANS) UK's outgoing High Commissioner to India, Lindy Cameron, said on Friday that she is proud of what India and the UK have achieved to deliver for people across all corners of both nations while looking forward to what comes ahead in the bilateral ties.

Kriti Sanon approaches Delhi HC for protection of personality rights

IANS | October 16, 2026 2:56 PM

New Delhi, Oct 16 (IANS) Bollywood actress Kriti Sanon has approached the Delhi High Court seeking protection of her personality and publicity rights against the alleged unauthorised use of her name, image, likeness, and other identity attributes, including through artificial intelligence (AI)-generated content and digital impersonation.