Multiple trade associations flag impact of SIR protest on festive sales, ask Rahul Gandhi to withdraw stir

IANS | October 14, 2026 2:12 PM

New Delhi, Oct 14 (IANS) Several traders' organisations across the country have appealed to Leader of Opposition (LoP) in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi to consider the concerns of the business community amid the ongoing protests by the Congress-led INDIA bloc against the Election Commission of India (ECI), warning that the demonstrations and associated restrictions are adversely affecting their business activities during the crucial festive season.

INDIA Bloc to continue agitation for CEC’s removal alongside legal battle, says CPI(M)

IANS | October 14, 2026 2:06 PM

New Delhi, Oct 14 (IANS) CPI(M) and CPI leaders on Wednesday said the INDIA Bloc would continue its political agitation seeking the removal of Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar alongside the legal battle being pursued in the Supreme Court.

CJP's Saurav Das, Ashutosh Ranka placed in separate cells in Tihar Jail

IANS | October 14, 2026 2:02 PM

New Delhi, Oct 14 (IANS) Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) leaders Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka have been placed in separate cells within Tihar Jail, people familiar with the matter said on Wednesday.

CJP receiving funds from US: American singer Mary Millben claims foreign plot behind Delhi stir

IANS | October 14, 2026 1:19 PM

New Delhi, Oct 14 (IANS) American singer Mary Millben on Wednesday made an explosive claim about the Delhi protests, alleging that the recently formed political satirical outfit Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) was being funded by “select donors” from the United States.

Saurav Das, Ranka sent to 5-day judicial custody; Shinde released on personal bond

IANS | October 14, 2026 9:23 AM

New Delhi, Oct 14 (IANS) In connection with the Jantar Mantar trespassing case, Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) leaders Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka have been sent to five-day judicial custody on Wednesday, while Ajinkya Shinde was released on personal bond, CJP's legal affairs head Ratna Singh announced.

Navi Pillay‘s Nobel honour brings pride to ancestral family in TN's Dindigul

IANS | October 14, 2026 8:47 AM

Chennai, Oct 14 (IANS) The award of the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize to South African jurist Navanethem “Navi” Pillay has sparked celebrations among her relatives in Pazhaya Vattalagundu in Tamil Nadu’s Dindigul district, bringing international recognition close to home.

‘May Maa Kushmanda’s boundless energy give new hope, happiness’: PM Modi extends greetings on Navratri Day-4

IANS | October 14, 2026 8:14 AM

New Delhi, Oct 14 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday extended greetings to the people on the fourth day of Sharad Navratri, offering prayers to Maa Kushmanda and wishing new hope, happiness, prosperity and good health for all.

Amit Shah meets Nepal, Bhutan Home Ministers; reaffirms commitment to deepen ties

IANS | October 13, 2026 11:31 PM

New Delhi, Oct 13 (IANS) Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday met his Nepalese and Bhutanese counterparts, Sudan Gurung and Lungten Dorji, on the sidelines of the first The Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC) Home Ministers' Meeting in New Delhi, reaffirming India's commitment to deepen cooperation with both its South Asian neighbours.

Haryana: PM-KUSUM scheme enables irrigation and income boost for guava orchards

IANS | October 13, 2026 10:31 PM

Hansi (Haryana), Oct 13 (IANS) The PM-KUSUM scheme, a flagship scheme of the Central government for promoting clean energy and cutting down dependence on farmers’ income, is yielding handsome returns for the conventional as well as fruit-growing farmers.

Electricity bill no longer a burden for PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana beneficiaries

IANS | October 13, 2026 10:17 PM

Gariaband (Chhattisgarh), Oct 13 (IANS) The 'Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana' is proving to be a source of relief for residents in Chhattisgarh's Gariaband district. Under this scheme, solar panels have been installed at several houses in the district's Atarmara village, providing beneficiaries relief from the burden of electricity bills.

Politics

Multiple trade associations flag impact of SIR protest on festive sales, ask Rahul Gandhi to withdraw stir

INDIA Bloc to continue agitation for CEC’s removal alongside legal battle, says CPI(M)

CJP's Saurav Das, Ashutosh Ranka placed in separate cells in Tihar Jail

CJP receiving funds from US: American singer Mary Millben claims foreign plot behind Delhi stir

Saurav Das, Ranka sent to 5-day judicial custody; Shinde released on personal bond

Navi Pillay‘s Nobel honour brings pride to ancestral family in TN's Dindigul

‘May Maa Kushmanda’s boundless energy give new hope, happiness’: PM Modi extends greetings on Navratri Day-4

Amit Shah meets Nepal, Bhutan Home Ministers; reaffirms commitment to deepen ties

Haryana: PM-KUSUM scheme enables irrigation and income boost for guava orchards

Electricity bill no longer a burden for PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana beneficiaries

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