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New Delhi [India], October 1 (ANI): The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Wednesday approved the nationwide celebrations to mark the 150 years of the national song, 'Vande Mataram'. Addressing a cabinet briefing, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said, "Keeping in mind the role played by the song during the freedom struggle, a decision was taken to hold country-wide celebrations to mark its 150th year. The celebrations will be held across the country, especially for our y ...Read More >

New Delhi [India], October 1 (ANI): Delhi Police on Wednesday said that objectionable items and forged photographs were recovered during a fresh search at the Sri Sharada Institute of Indian Management Research (SRISIM) premises occupied by accused Chaitanyananda Saraswati alias Parthasarathy. According to police, the search led to the recovery of one sex toy and five CDs purportedly containing pornographic content. The officials added that three forged photographs were also seized, which alleg ...Read More >

Kachchh (Gujarat) [India], October 1 (ANI): Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Wednesday arrived in Gujarat's Bhuj ahead of the Dussehra celebration with Indian Army personnel at the Bhuj Military Base on October 2. Along with celebrating Dussehra, Rajnath Singh will also perform the Shastra Puja at the Bhuj Military Base on Thursday. The Defence Minister was received by the Chief of the Army Staff (COAS), General Upendra Dwivedi, at the Bhuj Air Force Station. Dussehra, also known as Vijayada ...Read More >

Leh (Ladakh) [India], October 1 (ANI): Amid the relaxation of the curfew in Ladakh, foreign tourists on Wednesday explored markets in Leh, stating that they are relieved over the opening of shops as part of the relaxations permitted by the administration. A tourist from the Netherlands, Phien, praised the beauty of Leh and said, "All the shops that have opened now are selling beautiful things. I would definitely recommend Leh as a place to come and visit because the people are very friendly, an ...Read More >

Jorhat (Assam) [India], October 1 (ANI): Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Wednesday met with the wife of Zubeen Garg, Garima Saikia Garg and offered condolences on behalf of the Congress Party on her husband's demise. Shivakumar attended the 13th day post-death rituals organised at Jorhat, where multiple political leaders gathered to pay respects. Speaking to the media, the Karnataka DyCM stressed that Zubeen Garg was one of the "greatest ambassadors" Assam has ever had. He al ...Read More >

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 1 (ANI): Alia Bhatt made heads turn when she arrived at the 79th North Bombay Sarbojanin Durga Puja on Wednesday. Donning an exquisite lehenga, Alia undoubtedly captivated the attention of the other devotees at the pandal. What made her appearance even more memorable was her rushing to greet actress Rani Mukerji. The two shared a heartfelt hug and posed happily for pictures, joined by Ayan Mukerji and Tanisha Mukerji for a cheerful photo session. Earlier ...Read More >

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 1 (ANI): Bollywood actor and National Award recipient, Rani Mukerji has shared childhood memories of her dancing with her cousins during Durga Puja celebrations and said their aunts used to choreograph the dances. In a conversation with ANI, Rani said celebrations have grown with time and talked about the pandal her family has been associated with. "Everything is becoming a big event, and we are going with the flow... S Mukerji's wife started it, so we are ...Read More >

New Delhi [India], October 1 (ANI): Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi following the Union Cabinet's approval of the continuation of the Biomedical Research Career Programme (BRCP), Phase-III. Shah said that Phase III of the BRCP will add new impetus to India's new-age healthcare by providing opportunities for the careers of biomedical scientists. In a post on X, Union Minister Shah said, "New fillip for biomedical researchers. Phase ...Read More >

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], October 1 (ANI): Test captain Shubman Gill divulged that India is still mulling over its combination ahead of the opening Test against the West Indies in Ahmedabad on Thursday, hinting at the possibility of Kuldeep Yadav being sacrificed for batting depth and team combination. India's premier spinner in the white-ball format, Kuldeep, sat on the sidelines for the entirety of the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy in England earlier this year. He returned to the on-field acti ...Read More >

New Delhi [India], October 1 (ANI): Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) leader Indresh Kumar on Wednesday paid tribute to senior BJP leader and first Delhi BJP president Vijay Kumar Malhotra, asserting that he was a "Born patriot". A five-time Member of Parliament and a two-time MLA from Delhi, Vijay Kumar Malhotra, passed away at the age of 93 at AIIMS, New Delhi, on the morning of September 30. Speaking to ANI, Kumar emphasised that Malhotra was a disciplined person and society should learn in ...Read More >

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 1 (ANI): It is always a challenge for star kids to stay out of the limelight, as they often catch the attention and are also subjected to scrutiny by the media or the public. However, Bollywood actor Rani Mukerji, as a mother, is protective of her daughter, Adira, and prefers to keep her out of the media glare. In a conversation with ANI, Rani shared her philosophy behind keeping Adira's life private and normal, away from the pressures of being a celebrity ...Read More >

New Delhi [India], October 1 (ANI): India and Russia are finalising dates for Russian President Vladimir Putin's visit to India, which is expected to take place in early December, sources said. Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov is also expected to visit India before President Putin's visit, to prepare for the summit and discuss bilateral issues. At the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) on September 27, Lavrov announced that a visit by the Russian President is plan ...Read More >

New Delhi [India], October 1 (ANI): The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the opening of 57 new Kendriya Vidyalayas (KVs) under the Civil sector across the country to facilitate the educational needs of the wards of an increased number of Central Government employees. According to an official release from the Ministry of Education, the total estimated requirement of funds for the establishment of the 57 new KVs is Rs 5862.55 crore (appr ...Read More >

Haridwar (Uttarakhand) [India], October 1 (ANI): Swami Avdheshanand Giri on Wednesday praised the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) on completing 100 years, calling it the disciplined, cultured, and well-organised organisation whose work is constructive and positive, and has elevated India to great heights. Speaking to ANI, Giri said that the RSS has devoted itself to a strong India, promoting service, values, and leading during crises. "RSS is the world's most disciplined, cultured, and well- ...Read More >

NewsVoir New Delhi [India], October 1: Ai+ Smartphone today announced the launch of its latest innovation, the NxtPrivacy Dashboard. The feature gives users real-time visibility and control over how apps access sensitive data and is rolling out through a software update to all Ai+ Pulse 4G & Nova 5G devices. It is the first built-in privacy control for smartphones in India. India has more than 650 million smartphone users. On average, each device carries 80 to 120 apps, many of which request p ...Read More >

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 1 (ANI): Who shares the best onscreen chemistry with Shah Rukh Khan: Rani Mukerji, Kajol, or Juhi Chawla? It's a question fans have asked for years, but never really found a single answer to. That's because Shah Rukh manages to look so effortless and natural with all three of them. Now, Rani Mukerji herself has shared her take on why his chemistry works so well. When asked about it, the actress smiled and said, "Because Shah Rukh's name is love; his second ...Read More >

Tiruchirappalli (Tamil Nadu) [India], October 1 (ANI): Amid chaos over the unfortunate Karur stampede incident, Tamil Nadu Municipal Administration, Urban and Water Supply Minister KN Nehru on Wednesday lashed out at the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), accusing them of politicising the matter. "The people of Tamil Nadu will not accept such political gimmicks. They know the truth," Nehru said after paying floral tributes at the statue of veteran actor Sivaji Ganesan, near the Trichy Government Hos ...Read More >

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) [India], October 1 (ANI): The Army Training Command (ARTRAC), the Indian Army's 'Strategic Think-Tank' for doctrine and training, concluded its 35th Raising Day celebrations on Wednesday, said an official release. The momentous occasion underscored the Command's pivotal role in military preparedness and its profound engagement with the civilian community. ARTRAC was raised on October 1, 1991, at Mhow to meet the critical requirement of a centralised agency focused exc ...Read More >

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 1 (ANI): Days after winning his first-ever National Award in a career spanning over three decades, Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan has now officially joined the billionaire club. Yes, you read it right. King Khan's name has been featured in the 2025 M3M Hurun India Rich List. He topped the M3M Hurun India Rich List for Bollywood stars with a staggering wealth of Rs 12,490 crore. SRK's wealth is largely driven by Red Chillies Entertainment, the producti ...Read More >

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], October 1 (ANI): India Test skipper Shubman Gill confirmed that the playing XI has not been decided yet for the first match of the series against the West Indies. He further stated the line-up will be decided tomorrow morning after seeing how much moisture is on the pitch. Team India will lock horns with West Indies in the two-match Test series starting from Thursday, October 2, at the iconic Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. The pitch initially appears lush gree ...Read More >

New Delhi [India], October 1 (ANI): The Headquarters Integrated Defence Staff (HQ IDS) celebrated its Raising Day, commemorating 25 years since its establishment on October 1, 2001, said the Ministry of Defence release. Conceived as a permanent institution to promote jointness and integration within the Armed Forces, HQ IDS has emerged as the fulcrum of tri-service synergy in emerging areas such as cyber and space, a key enabler in shaping India's integrated military preparedness. HQ IDS has c ...Read More >

New Delhi [India], October 1 (ANI): The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, has approved a 3 per cent increase in Dearness Allowance (DA) for Central Government employees and Dearness Relief (DR) for pensioners, effective from July 1, 2025. This raises the existing rate from 55 per cent to 58 per cent of the basic pay or pension, according to a release by the Cabinet. The hike, aimed at offsetting the impact of inflation, will benefit approximately 49.19 lakh Central G ...Read More >

New Delhi [India], October 1 (ANI): India's first helicopter Final Assembly Line from the private sector, to be established by Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL) to build the Airbus H125 helicopters, will be located in Vemagal in Karnataka. A joint press release added that the move promises to unlock the full potential of the rotorcraft market in South Asia. The 'Made in India' H125 helicopter will help develop new civil and para-public market segments and also meet the Indian armed force's ...Read More >

New Delhi [India], October 1 (ANI): Mukesh Ambani has reclaimed his position as the richest Indian, overtaking Gautam Adani, according to the M3M Hurun India Rich List 2025 released on Wednesday. With a wealth of Rs. 9.55 lakh crore (USD 105 billion), the 68-year-old Reliance Industries Chairman returned to the top spot, while Adani, 63, and his family followed closely with Rs. 8.15 lakh crore. For the first time in the history of the list, a woman has made it to the top three. Roshni Nadar Mal ...Read More >

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 1 (ANI): Israel's Consul General to India, Yaniv Revach highlighted the shared experiences of India and Israel in combating terrorism. Speaking with ANI, Revach expressed gratitude for India's support to Israel, particularly in the context of hostage rescue efforts. He personally connected with the issue, having lost a family member to terrorism on October 7. Revach emphasised that both India and Israel face terrorism in different forms, but share common v ...Read More >

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], October 1 (ANI): After 41 people were killed due to a stampede during his rally in Tamil Nadu's Karur, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief and actor Vijay has "postponed" all future rallies for the next 14 days, the party informed on Wednesday. The announcement comes after 41 people, including women and children, died in a stampede at a political rally in Karur on September 27. "In this situation where we are in pain and sorrow over the loss of our loved ones, th ...Read More >

New Delhi [India], October 1 (ANI): The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) has released a detailed Consultation Paper titled "Enhancing the National Pension System: Proposals for Flexible, Assured and Predictable Pension Schemes", inviting stakeholders across sectors to provide feedback on proposed reforms aimed at strengthening the National Pension System (NPS). Dated September 30, 2025, the paper outlines three innovative pension scheme options under the NPS framework d ...Read More >

New Delhi [India], October 1 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday offered condolences after a massive earthquake of magnitude 6.9 hit the Philippines. He underscored that India stands in solidarity with the Philippines and offered prayers to the bereaved families. In a post on X he said, "Deeply saddened to learn about the loss of lives and widespread damage caused by the earthquake in the Philippines. My thoughts and prayers are with the bereaved families. I wish the injured a spee ...Read More >

New Delhi [India], October 1 (ANI): Former President Ram Nath Kovind on Wednesday expressed gratitude to President Droupadi Murmu for extending greetings on his birthday. In a post on X, Kovind wrote, "Thank you very much, Hon'ble President of India Smt Droupadi Murmu Ji, for your warm greetings and good wishes on my birthday." President Murmu, on Wednesday, wrote, "Dear Shri Ram Nath Kovind, Please accept my warm greetings and good wishes on your birthday today. May God bless you with good he ...Read More >

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) [India], October 1 (ANI): The father of journalist Rajeev Pratap Singh, who went missing and was later found dead under suspicious circumstances, has urged the Uttarakhand government to ensure a transparent and impartial investigation into his son's death. Rajeev's father, Murari Lal, said the circumstances surrounding the incident raise serious doubts and cannot be dismissed as a mere accident. "A thorough and impartial investigation should be conducted to determine whet ...Read More >
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