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.

Rights body flags Pakistan's relentless persecution of minorities

IANS | October 16, 2026 3:23 PM

Islamabad, Oct 16 (IANS) Pakistan’s religious minorities continue to face systematic persecution, discrimination and denial of equal rights, with the abduction and forced marriages of Hindu and Christian girls, blasphemy cases and extremist attacks highlighting persistent failures to protect vulnerable communities, the Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP) has warned.