‘Essential to examine funding’, Mithun Chakraborty supports closure of Bengal’s unrecognised madrasas

IANS | September 14, 2026 7:10 PM

New Delhi, Sep 14 (IANS) Actor-turned politician Mithun Chakraborty, who is set to don the role of policymaker (Cultural Advisor) in Suvendu Adhikari-led West Bengal government, supported the administration’s clampdown on the unaided and unrecognised madrasas across the state, citing concerns over national security as a valid reason.

Higher food prices drive CPI higher, inflation outlook faces weather, energy risks: Economists

IANS | September 14, 2026 6:47 PM

New Delhi, Sep 14 (IANS) Retail inflation rose to 4.82 per cent in August from 4.5 per cent in July, driven primarily by higher food prices, while core inflation also edged up, CareEdge Ratings Chief Economist Rajani Sinha said on Monday, warning that the inflation outlook remains vulnerable to weather-related and external risks.

Book highlighting PM Modi's humane side to be released on his birthday

IANS | September 14, 2026 5:13 PM

New Delhi, Sep 14 (IANS) 'Modi Katha', a book highlighting Prime Minister Narendra Modi's humane side, depicting compassion, affection, and sensitivity, will be released at the Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA) here on September 17 to commemorate his birthday.

'If Gandhi is disturbed, does it mean entire country should be disturbed': Giriraj Singh on BRICS menu

IANS | September 14, 2026 3:18 PM

New Delhi, Sep 14 (IANS) Union Minister Giriraj Singh on Monday hit back at Leader of Opposition (LoP) in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, over his remarks on only vegetarian food being served at the BRICS Summit, saying that if he was disturbed, it did not mean that the entire country should be disturbed.

Nitin Nabin to launch BJP's 'Nasha Mukt Punjab Yatra' from Pathankot on Sept 18

IANS | September 14, 2026 2:38 PM

Chandigarh, Sep 14 (IANS) The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is set to launch a mega 'Nasha Mukt Punjab Yatra' from September 18, and senior party leaders are scheduled to participate in the campaign across different parts of Punjab.

Rahul Gandhi’s BRICS menu post triggers backlash from BJP leaders; SP supports LoP's views

IANS | September 14, 2026 2:08 PM

New Delhi, Sep 14 (IANS) BJP leaders have reacted to Congress leader and Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition (LoP) Rahul Gandhi’s recent posts on the BRICS Summit, with Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis saying the Congress leader was unable to appreciate the country’s diplomatic achievements. However, the SP stressed the need to respect India’s diverse food traditions.

VHP welcomes HM Shah's UCC announcement; says move will advance women, child rights

IANS | September 14, 2026 2:01 PM

New Delhi, Sep 14 (IANS) The Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) on Monday welcomed Union Home Minister Amit Shah's announcement regarding the implementation of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in all the NDA-ruled states, saying the move would prove to be a milestone in advancing women's and children's rights by eliminating gender inequality and discrimination in the country.

Essential to have one law for one country: BJP leaders on HM Shah's UCC announcement

IANS | September 14, 2026 1:24 PM

New Delhi, Sep 14 (IANS) The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Monday welcomed Union Home Minister Amit Shah's announcement regarding the implementation of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in all states governed by the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA), describing the move as necessary for ensuring uniformity in laws and addressing various social issues.

CBI registers FIR in Disha Salian death case after father records statement

IANS | September 14, 2026 12:40 PM

New Delhi, Sep 14 (IANS) The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Monday registered an FIR in connection with the death of Disha Salian, the former manager of late actor Sushant Singh Rajput, following an order of the Bombay High Court.

'There is no non-vegetarian food in Sanatan's civilisation and culture': Islamic scholar criticises LoP Gandhi’s BRICS dinner swipe

IANS | September 14, 2026 11:54 AM

New Delhi, Sep 14 (IANS) Islamic scholar Mufti Wajahat Qasmi on Monday criticised Leader of Opposition (LoP) in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, for his purported remarks about the all-vegetarian menu served at the BRICS Summit gala dinner, saying India’s cultural and civilisational traditions should be respected.

Politics

‘Essential to examine funding’, Mithun Chakraborty supports closure of Bengal’s unrecognised madrasas

Higher food prices drive CPI higher, inflation outlook faces weather, energy risks: Economists

Book highlighting PM Modi's humane side to be released on his birthday

'If Gandhi is disturbed, does it mean entire country should be disturbed': Giriraj Singh on BRICS menu

Nitin Nabin to launch BJP's 'Nasha Mukt Punjab Yatra' from Pathankot on Sept 18

Rahul Gandhi’s BRICS menu post triggers backlash from BJP leaders; SP supports LoP's views

VHP welcomes HM Shah's UCC announcement; says move will advance women, child rights

Essential to have one law for one country: BJP leaders on HM Shah's UCC announcement

CBI registers FIR in Disha Salian death case after father records statement

'There is no non-vegetarian food in Sanatan's civilisation and culture': Islamic scholar criticises LoP Gandhi’s BRICS dinner swipe

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