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South African jurist Navi Pillay, who investigated genocide charges, conferred Nobel Peace Prize

IANS | October 9, 2026 4:01 PM

New Delhi, Oct 9 (IANS) Recognising the contribution of international courts in upholding the rule of law and human rights amid indiscriminate conflicts, Indian-origin South African jurist Navanethem "Navi" Pillay, a former International Criminal Court judge and who investigated genocide claims in Rwanda, the occupied Palestinian territories, and Myanmar, was on Friday awarded the Nobel Peace Prize.

Free LPG cylinders, AC electric buses: UP Cabinet approves more than 30 proposals

IANS | October 9, 2026 3:58 PM

Lucknow, Oct 9 (IANS) The Uttar Pradesh Cabinet on Friday approved a number of proposals, including continuation of the scheme to provide two free LPG cylinders in a year, facilitating the operation of 1,725 air-conditioned electric buses, launching of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Skill Training and Employment Zone development scheme, and providing three sarees every year to the state's Anganwadi workers and helpers.

Judges have right sentiment: NDA leaders on open letter of 42 former judges on INDIA Bloc protests

IANS | October 9, 2026 3:46 PM

New Delhi, Oct 9 (IANS) After 42 former judges of both the Supreme Court and High Courts wrote an open letter expressing concern over the alleged campaign to undermine the Election Commission, judiciary and other constitutional institutions, several NDA leaders welcomed the move and said that the judges have the right sentiment.

India-US partnership navigates differences over strategic priorities: Report

IANS | October 9, 2026 3:29 PM

New Delhi, Oct 9 (IANS) India-US ties for much of the past quarter-century were anchored in the belief that a stronger India served a larger American strategic purpose by helping sustain the balance of power in Asia, diversify supply chains and strengthen a free and open Indo-Pacific, a report has stated.

India will protect its national security, sovereignty and people: Rajeev Chandrasekhar on Starlink row

IANS | October 9, 2026 3:27 PM

New Delhi, Oct 9 (IANS) The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Kerala president Rajeev Chandrasekhar said on Friday that Elon Musk’s Starlink is certainly a great innovation in recent times but the Government of India has to do what it is obliged to do -- to protect its national security, sovereignty and people.

Pak terror handlers revive old playbook, target cash-strapped recruits

Vicky Nanjappa | October 9, 2026 2:52 PM

New Delhi, Oct 9 (IANS) The busting of the Faridabad terror module, which allegedly carried out the car bomb blast near Delhi’s Red Fort in November last year, exposed how white-collar professionals were operating dangerous terror cells in India. It also indicated growing interest among similar youth in establishing terror cells and engaging in anti-national activities.

EVMs were brought by Congress so why blame PM, says Kashmiri youth assaulted during INDIA Bloc protest

IANS | October 9, 2026 2:35 PM

New Delhi, Oct 9 (IANS) Faheem Nazir Shah, a Kashmiri who claimed to have been assaulted during a protest by Congress leaders in Connaught Place in the national Capital, said on Friday that the EVMs were brought in by Congress in 1989 and it won elections with a heavy margin in 2004; then why are they blaming Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Election Commission, and the EVMs now?

Pak drug cartels turn to India-made meth labs in Kerala, TN as busts choke smuggling routes

Vicky Nanjappa | October 9, 2026 2:19 PM

New Delhi, Oct 9 (IANS) Pakistan-based narcotic cartels are now encouraging their cronies in India to ramp up homegrown production. With agencies such as the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) carrying out several drug busts, the cartels from Pakistan have decided to focus more on home-made substances to fuel their trade.

India doesn’t allow monopolies in any sector: Jyotiraditya Scindia on Musk remarks

IANS | October 9, 2026 2:14 PM

New Delhi, Oct 9 (IANS) India does not allow monopolies in any sector, Union Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia said on Friday, amid the controversy over satellite communication services and allegations by Elon Musk.

CM Adityanath announces renaming of Noida airport as Narendra Modi International Airport

IANS | October 9, 2026 2:06 PM

Lucknow, Oct 9 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister, Yogi Adityanath, on Friday announced the renaming of the Noida International Airport in Jewar to Narendra Modi International Airport, following a resolution passed by his Cabinet to mark PM Modi's 25 years in public service.

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South African jurist Navi Pillay, who investigated genocide charges, conferred Nobel Peace Prize

Free LPG cylinders, AC electric buses: UP Cabinet approves more than 30 proposals

Judges have right sentiment: NDA leaders on open letter of 42 former judges on INDIA Bloc protests

India-US partnership navigates differences over strategic priorities: Report

India will protect its national security, sovereignty and people: Rajeev Chandrasekhar on Starlink row

Pak terror handlers revive old playbook, target cash-strapped recruits

EVMs were brought by Congress so why blame PM, says Kashmiri youth assaulted during INDIA Bloc protest

Pak drug cartels turn to India-made meth labs in Kerala, TN as busts choke smuggling routes

India doesn’t allow monopolies in any sector: Jyotiraditya Scindia on Musk remarks

CM Adityanath announces renaming of Noida airport as Narendra Modi International Airport

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