Topic: National India

Onion prices rise 82% in three months as supplies shrink

Onion prices in India have risen 82.3% in about three and a half months as reduced supply from Maharashtra and Karnataka keeps pressure on markets.

Five dead in Kerala landslides, flooding; UP, Gujarat face waterlogging

Five people have died in rain-related landslides, debris falls and flash floods in Kerala, while Uttar Pradesh and Gujarat are facing waterlogging after heavy rain.

Cyber fraudsters target children with free coins and gaming rewards

Cyber fraudsters are targeting children who play online games with free coins, rewards and fake update links. Experts advise parents to stay alert.

Monsoon withdrawal signs from Rajasthan, rain continues in UP, Maharashtra

IMD says conditions are favourable for southwest monsoon withdrawal from parts of western Rajasthan around September 19, while rain may continue in UP, Maharashtra and central India.

SpiceJet Flight Disruptions at Delhi Airport Leave Many Passengers Stranded

Several SpiceJet flights at Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport were delayed or cancelled on Saturday due to operational issues, leaving passengers distressed.

Students protest after IIT Bombay student’s death on Mumbai campus

Students protested on the IIT Bombay campus after second-year student Sahil Wakode died by suicide. Police have begun an investigation into the circumstances.

Private universities cannot be run for profit, Supreme Court says

The Supreme Court has said private universities cannot be run as profit-making institutions and has directed states and Union Territories to obtain audit reports within six weeks.

Passport Rules Revised, Major Changes Announced in Fees as Well

The central government has made significant changes to passport rules and fees, affecting children’s passport validity and charges for various passport services.

Mamata Camp Responds to EC, Submits Alternative TMC Names, Symbols

The Mamata Banerjee faction has responded to the Election Commission and submitted alternative names and symbol options amid the Trinamool Congress dispute in West Bengal.

Claims of attacks on West Bengal churches spark demands for investigation

Controversy has grown over alleged attacks on churches and Christian institutions in West Bengal, with organisations demanding an impartial investigation and security.

IPS Bushra Bano says Jazakallah, meaning sparks debate on social media

West Bengal-cadre IPS officer Bushra Bano faces social media debate after using Assalamu alaikum, Inshallah and Jazakallah in a video for UPSC aspirants.

BJP to mark PM Modi’s birthday with Seva Pakhwada campaign

The BJP will organise a nationwide Seva Pakhwada and Seva Sankalp campaign from September 17 to mark Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s birthday.

Priyank Kharge challenges BJP leaders to sing full Vande Mataram

Amid the Karnataka Vande Mataram row, Priyank Kharge challenged BJP leaders to sing all six stanzas without a teleprompter and defended the state decision.

Floods Affect 5 Million in Bihar, Alerts Issued Across States

Around 5 million people in nearly 15 Bihar districts are affected by floods as alerts for heavy rain and strong winds are issued across several states.

UP cabinet may raise PRD allowance, decide on smart schools

Several important proposals may be decided at the Uttar Pradesh cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Tuesday, September 15.

Trust Clarifies Full Truth Behind Ram Temple CEO Selection Row

The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust has clarified the process for selecting retired Air Marshal Jitendra Mishra as Ayodhya Ram Temple CEO.

Yogi government toughens stance to protect youth from substance abuse

The Yogi government has taken a strict stand in Uttar Pradesh to protect youth and minors from substance abuse, directing departments to act immediately and increase monitoring.

IAS Divya Mittal’s resignation accepted, speculation grows over Mirzapur politics

The Central government has accepted the resignation of 2013-batch IAS officer Divya Mittal, fuelling speculation over a possible political entry from Mirzapur.

Muslim cleric objects to Amit Shah’s remarks on Uniform Civil Code

Political and social reactions have intensified after Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s statement on the Uniform Civil Code, with Varanasi’s Maulana Abdul Batin Nomani opposing the government’s stance.

Congress attacks Kejriwal over Goa alliance announcement ahead of polls

Ahead of the 2027 Goa Assembly elections, AAP has announced an alliance with GFP, prompting Congress leader Pawan Khera to attack Arvind Kejriwal.