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.

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.

Snabbit's FY26 loss widens nearly 29-fold to Rs 168 crore

IANS | October 16, 2026 2:46 PM

Mumbai, Oct 16 (IANS) Instant househelp platform Snabbit has reported a sharp increase in losses during FY26 as the company ramped up spending to expand its footprint and acquire customers, despite recording strong revenue growth in its first full year of operations.