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05/10/2026

JANTAR MANTAR PROTEST TURNS TENSE: 15 POLICE INJURED, 110 DETAINED

Around 15 Delhi Police personnel were injured during a protest in New Delhi on Sunday, with some women personnel reportedly sustaining injuries after being bitten. Police sources said around 110 protesters were detained.

The protest was organised by the Indian Youth Congress, which marched towards Jantar Mantar demanding the resignation of Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Heavy police deployment and barricading were reported along the route.

The controversy comes amid allegations surrounding decisions on electoral rolls and the Election Commission’s processes. The ECI has rejected claims of institutional dissent, saying the reported objections were part of the normal administrative process.

04/10/2026

🇮🇳 India 0–4 Brazil 🇧🇷 | Match Analysis

* Fast Start: India began confidently and stayed competitive for the opening 30 minutes.
* Brazil’s Breakthrough: Estevão opened the scoring in the 28th minute.
* Half-Time: Pedro added Brazil’s second before the break — India 0–2 Brazil.
* Second Half: Brazil’s quality and attacking depth became increasingly difficult for India to handle.
* Samuel Lino: Scored in the 57th minute and again in stoppage time to complete a brace.
* India’s Positives: Ryan Williams and Manvir Singh created some promising counter-attacking moments.
* Final Score: India 0–4 Brazil
* Overall: A tough defeat, but valuable international experience for the Blue Tigers against world-class opposition.

Brazil was too Strong as India Fall 0–4 in Kolkata — Blue Tigers Show Fight Despite Heavy Defeat

03/10/2026

BREAKING: Who was the FLYDUBAI Pilot who attempted hijack ?

The FlyDubai terrorist co-pilot who stabbed the captain and tried to crash the Israel-bound flight has been identified as Hamam Alhamami.

Oman had already banned him from flying over suspected radicalization, according to The Wall Street Journal. Despite the ban, he was later hired by FlyDubai.

How did someone barred from flying over radicalization concerns end up at the controls of a flight to Israel?

02/10/2026

Delhi Metro Service Update

The entry and exit at the following metro stations will remain closed till further notice. However, interchange facility will remain available at Rajiv Chowk, Mandi House, INA, New Delhi and Central Secretariat stations:

1. Janpath
2. Patel Chowk
3. Central Secretariat
4. Rajiv Chowk
5. Seva Teerth
6. Mandi House
7. Lok Kalyan Marg
8. INA
9. Chawri Bazar
10. Ramakrishna Ashram Marg
11. New Delhi

01/10/2026

Captain Smit Machchhar: Courage Above All — A Salute to the Brave Pilot of Flight FZ1073

Captain Smit Machchhar, the Indian pilot of Flight FZ1073, has earned widespread appreciation for his extraordinary courage and composure during a challenging situation.

Despite sustaining injuries, Captain Machchhar remained committed to his duty and played a crucial role in helping ensure the safety of everyone on board. His bravery and dedication stand as a powerful reminder of the responsibility carried by those at the controls.

A heartfelt salute to Captain Smit Machchhar.
Wishing him a swift and complete recovery and strength for the days ahead.

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30/09/2026

Irabot Day: Remembering the Jana Neta

Every 30 September, Manipur remembers Hijam Irabot Singh (1896–1951), the Jana Neta (people's leader), on his birth anniversary. This year marks his 130th, just days after the 75th anniversary of his death on 26 September.

Born in Imphal, Irabot lost his parents early and worked to fund his education. He excelled at sports, and in 1924 he heard Gandhi speak in Calcutta and resolved to serve the people. As a magistrate, he saw the hardships of ordinary Manipuris up close.
In 1934 he helped found the Nikhil Manipuri Mahasabha, which pushed for social reform, an end to feudal exploitation and a democratic Manipur. He backed the 1939 Nupi Lan and was jailed for it. Released in 1943, he was barred from Manipur and organised peasants and tea-garden workers in Cachar. He later helped found Manipur's first Communist Party in 1948 and won the Utlou seat in that year's Assembly election.
Above all, he championed unity between hill and valley peoples. In 1938 the Mahasabha even passed a resolution for the release of Naga leader Rani Gaidinliu. He died in exile in Tangbaw, Myanmar, on 26 September 1951. India honoured him with a commemorative stamp in 1998.
Today, Chief Minister Y. Khemchand Singh said his vision of uniting Manipur's communities should still guide the state. Irabot Day is a reminder that Manipur's strength has always been its shared future.

29/09/2026

"Banana Republic": Congress MP Bimol Akoijam Slams Centre Over Manipur Violence at The Conclave 2026

Congress MP Dr. Angomcha Bimol Akoijam launched a sharp attack on the BJP-led government's handling of Manipur during the "Manipur: Way Forward" session at The Conclave 2026, where he shared the stage with BJP leader Ram Madhav. He argued the state has been neglected and marginalised for over three years.

Akoijam questioned how a country with one of the world's largest economies and armed forces has failed to contain the violence. He said about 60,000 Manipuris have lost their homes and are still in refugee camps. "Do you think the Indian army can't handle this?" he asked, adding that a determined government could stop the violence in under 48 hours.

He also said the Centre was undermining federalism. Citing the Supreme Court's 2006 *Prakash Singh vs Union of India* ruling on police chief appointments, he said law and order is a state subject and that the state government should choose from a UPSC-shortlisted panel. He alleged that appointments are instead announced from Delhi, reducing the Manipur government to a "rubber stamp."

Rejecting the argument that force cannot solve the crisis, Akoijam asked whether the same logic would apply if 100 armed men roamed Delhi. "Indian state has become a banana republic in the state of Manipur," he said, adding that a state that cannot exercise legitimate force is "not a state." He also noted that an inquiry commission given six months has now run for more than three years.

Asked about prospects for reconciliation, he said Delhi must stop treating the Northeast as a problem to be "solved" and should instead enforce the Constitution. He urged officials to start dialogue, recalling that senior officials once dismissed such efforts as "not our job." He also described the daily hardships of travel in the state, including long, roundabout journeys. The moderator eventually cut in, saying such accounts of complexity had been heard often, and the session closed.

28/09/2026

Bank Strike Deferred

The proposed three-day nationwide bank strike, which was to begin today, has been deferred.

The All India Bank Employees Association (AIBEA) confirmed it. The decision followed after an agreement with the Indian Banks' Association (IBA).

27/09/2026

Major Landslide Hits Rimbi, West Sikkim

A major landslide struck Rimbi Village in West Sikkim’s Gyalshing district on September 24 following torrential rainfall.

Mud and debris damaged or destroyed several houses and government quarters, forcing families to move belongings to safer locations. The area had reportedly seen landslide activity for nearly a month.

No casualties have been reported so far, but residents remain on alert amid fears of further slope movement.

Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang expressed concern and directed authorities to remain on high alert and prioritize the safety of residents.

26/09/2026

BJP MP Raju Bista Appointed West Bengal State Vice-President, Thanks Samik Bhattacharya and Party Leadership

Lok Sabha MP Raju Bista has been appointed as the Vice-President of the Bharatiya Janata Party's West Bengal state unit, a move he described as a moment of "heartfelt gratitude" toward the party leadership.

In a statement, Bista thanked BJP West Bengal State President Samik Bhattacharya and the wider party leadership for the trust placed in him with the new role. He said he was looking forward to working closely with party workers, leaders, and well-wishers across West Bengal to strengthen governance at the grassroots level.

Bista linked his new responsibility to the BJP's larger national vision, invoking Prime Minister Narendra Modi's call for a "Viksh*t Bharat" (Developed India). He said that under the guidance of the state's senior BJP leadership, including Leader of the Opposition Suvendu Adhikari, the party would work to ensure development reaches "the last person in the last village," create opportunities for the state's youth, and protect and strengthen Bengal's culture and identity.

He closed his statement by seeking the continued support and guidance of party workers and supporters as the organisation moves forward, with West Bengal's assembly elections due in 2026.

Bista, who represents the Darjeeling constituency, becomes one of several state vice-presidents tasked with strengthening the party's organisational base ahead of the polls.

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