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Mumbai Crime Branch records IIT-Bombay Prof's statement in student suicide case; Doolla denies all charges

IANS | October 3, 2026 10:18 AM

Mumbai, Oct 3 (IANS) The Mumbai Crime Branch, which is investigating the alleged abetment to suicide case involving IIT-Bombay student Sahil Wakode, has recorded the statement of Professor Suryanarayan Doolla. The professor was questioned for approximately eight hours during which his statement was recorded. He denied all allegations levelled against him.

Piyush Goyal highlights India's growing strengths as global hub for talent, innovation

IANS | October 3, 2026 9:51 AM

New Delhi, Oct 3 (IANS) Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Saturday said he highlighted India's growing strengths as a global hub for talent, innovation and business services, and the potential for deeper India-US business partnerships.

PMEGP empowers 8.12 lakh micro entrepreneurs with Rs 24,398 crore financial assistance

IANS | October 3, 2026 9:17 AM

New Delhi, Oct 3 (IANS) Nearly 8.12 lakh micro entrepreneurs have been assisted with margin money (MM) subsidy to the tune of Rs 24,398.61 crore since FY2014-15 under the Prime Minister’s Employment Generation Programme (PMEGP) for creating sustainable employment opportunities to 73.08 lakh people, according to the government.

Guwahati horror: Police probe stripping, beating of woman at nightclub; manager held, staff questioned

IANS | October 3, 2026 9:01 AM

Guwahati, Oct 3 (IANS) Assam Police on Saturday said they have launched a probe into the horrifying incident where a woman was allegedly stripped and beaten by the bouncers of a nightclub in the Khanapara area in Guwahati, with investigators examining what led to the confrontation and how the situation escalated into an alleged assault.

Monsoon withdrawal followed by mild chill to Delhi-NCR mornings, evenings; AQI remains in moderate category

IANS | October 3, 2026 8:51 AM

New Delhi, Oct 3 (IANS) The weather is changing across several parts of the country, including Delhi-NCR, as conditions have become favourable for the withdrawal of the monsoon from North India. With rainfall coming to a halt, the weather has started clearing. However, there is a slight chill in the air. Mornings and evenings are witnessing a mild chill, although the Sun remains bright during the day.

PM Modi to meet Haryana CM Saini, BJP MLAs in Delhi today

IANS | October 3, 2026 6:57 AM

New Delhi, Oct 3 (IANS) All BJP MLAs from Haryana, including Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini and state BJP President Archana Gupta, are scheduled to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi on Saturday.

Gujarat govt to honour farmers with ‘Best ATMA Farmer Awards’ tomorrow

IANS | October 2, 2026 11:07 PM

Gandhinagar, Oct 2 (IANS) Gujarat will honour 93 progressive farmers with state and district-level 'Best ATMA Farmer Awards' at a ceremony in Gandhinagar on Friday, recognising work across natural farming, horticulture, animal husbandry and value-added agricultural products.

Gujarat: Ahmedabad Civil Hospital helps two critical newborns recover

IANS | October 2, 2026 10:59 PM

Ahmedabad, Oct 2 (IANS) Two newborns who developed life-threatening complications shortly after birth have recovered following prolonged treatment at Ahmedabad Civil Hospital, including a premature baby born at 26 weeks weighing just 1 kg and another full-term newborn diagnosed with a multidrug-resistant bacterial infection.

Gujarat: Dengue hits ‘Ekta Diwas’ parade contingent; 24 test positive

IANS | October 2, 2026 10:41 PM

Gandhinagar, Oct 2 (IANS) At least 24 personnel who have come to Gujarat for preparations for the 'Rashtriya Ekta Diwas' (National Unity Day) parade have tested positive for dengue at the Gandhinagar Civil Hospital in the past two days, while several others remain under observation after developing fever and body ache, a senior hospital official said on Friday.

SCI anchoring India's maritime and shipbuilding ambitions: Sarbananda Sonowal

IANS | October 2, 2026 10:15 PM

Mumbai, Oct 2 (IANS) Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal, on Friday called on the Shipping Corporation of India (SCI) to take a leading role in India's drive toward self-reliant, globally competitive shipbuilding and maritime capacity.

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Mumbai Crime Branch records IIT-Bombay Prof's statement in student suicide case; Doolla denies all charges

Piyush Goyal highlights India's growing strengths as global hub for talent, innovation

PMEGP empowers 8.12 lakh micro entrepreneurs with Rs 24,398 crore financial assistance

Guwahati horror: Police probe stripping, beating of woman at nightclub; manager held, staff questioned

Monsoon withdrawal followed by mild chill to Delhi-NCR mornings, evenings; AQI remains in moderate category

PM Modi to meet Haryana CM Saini, BJP MLAs in Delhi today

Gujarat govt to honour farmers with ‘Best ATMA Farmer Awards’ tomorrow

Gujarat: Ahmedabad Civil Hospital helps two critical newborns recover

Gujarat: Dengue hits ‘Ekta Diwas’ parade contingent; 24 test positive

SCI anchoring India's maritime and shipbuilding ambitions: Sarbananda Sonowal

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