PM Modi UNGA Address Highlights: Global action must match global ambition, says PM Modi

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Waqf Amendment Bill Highlights: Want to make comprehensive report so that benefits can be availed by education and health sectors, says Jagdambika Pal

Waqf Amendment Bill JPC Chairman and BJP MP Jagdambika Pal says, " The Waqf Amendment Act 2024 which was referred to JPC in Parliament, a timeline of 3 months was given that time itself I had told that if a bill is referred to JPC so govt hopes discussion happens between the stakeholders and members of JPC and their opinions can be sought on the amendments. We have received more than 1 crore emails...7 meetings have taken place which last for 7-8 hours...we want to make a comprehensive report with the agreement of all so such a bill can be made through which benefits of Waqt properties can be availed by education and health sectors..."

PM Modi UNGA Address Highlights: PM Modi at UN 'Summit of the Future'

--PM Modi addressed the 79th UN General Assembly session in New York, US.

--Speaking at the 79th UN General Assembly session, PM Modi said, "Success of humanity lies in our collective strength, not in the battlefield. For global peace and development, reforms in global institutions are important. Reform is the key to relevance."

--"We have elevated 250 million people out of poverty in India and we have shown that sustainable development can be successful. We are ready to share this experience of success with Global South," he said.

PM Modi UNGA Address Live: Global action must match global ambition, says PM Modi

Speaking at the 79th UN General Assembly session, PM Modi emphasizes on 'global action must match global ambition'. He says, "While on one hand, terrorism continues to be a serious threat to global peace and security, on the other hand, cyber, maritime and space are emerging as new theatres of conflict. On all these issues, I will stress that global action must match global ambition."

PM Modi UNGA Address Live: Elevated 250 people out of poverty, showed sustainable development can be successful, says Modi at UNGA Summit

Speaking at Summit of the Future at the UN, PM Narendra Modi says, " Today, I am here to bring here the voice of the one-sixth of the humanity. We have elevated 250 million people out of poverty in India and we have shown that sustainable development can be successful. We are ready to share this experience of success with Global South."

PM Modi UNGA Address Live: Success of humanity lies in our collective strength, not in the battlefield, says PM Modi

Addressing the 79th UN General Assembly session, PM Modi reaffirms the need of reforms in global institutions. He says, "Success of humanity lies in our collective strength, not in the battlefield. For global peace and development, reforms in global institutions are important. Reform is the key to relevance."

Badlapur School Sexual Assault Live: Police in self-defence took that action, says Maharashtra CM on death of accused

Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde says, "Akshay Shinde was taken for investigation as his ex-wife has registered a case of sexual assault. He fired on a police personnel, Nilesh More who got injured and has been admitted to hospital. Police in self-defence took that action. More information will come out after investigation..."

Badlapur School Sexual Assault Live: Maharashtra Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis on accused's death

The ex-wife of accused had filed a complaint of sexual assault against Akshay Shinde. A warrant was issued and he was being taken for further investigation. The accused snatched a police gun and fired at them and in the air. Police fired back at him in self defence. He was taken to the hospital and according to primary information, he may have died. Doctors are yet to officially declare him dead,” said Maharashtra Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis earlier today.

Badlapur School Sexual Assault Live: Accused Akshay Shinde succumbs to death after sustaining bullet injuries

Accused Akshay Shinde has succumbed. He was admitted to the hospital after he sustained bullet injuries, says Thane Police. Akshay Shinde was arrested in the case of exploitation of innocent girls in Badalpur school, snatched the police's weapon and opened fire on the police in the vehicle. Police officers were also injured in this, Akshay Shinde was shot in the police retaliatory firing. He has been admitted to the hospital in a serious condition

India News Live: Special court rejects pleas of Uddhav Thackeray, Sanjay Raut against magistrate's order refusing to discharge them in defamation case

India News Live: Three naxals killed in encounter on Chhattisgarh-Maharashtra border

Three naxals including 2 males and 1 female killed in the encounter. AK 47 and other arms and ammunition have been recovered. Search operation underway. More details awaited, says Narayanpur Police

Punjab Cabinet Reshuffle Live: AAP MLAs take oath as ministers in Bhagwant Mann led govt

AAP MLAs Hardeep Singh Mundian, Barinder Kumar Goyal, Tarunpreet Singh Sond, Ravjot Singh and Mohinder Bhagat took oath as ministers in Bhagwant Mann led Punjab govt, today at Raj Niwas in Chandigarh. After taking oath as Minsiter, AAP leader Barinder Kumar Goyal says, "As a cabinet minister I will work with honesty in service of Punjab - I seek blessings from god to give me strength for this..."

India News Live: Pune residents had demanded that their airport be named after Sant Tukaram, says MoS Civil Aviation Murlidhar Mohol

On renaming Pune Airport to Jagadguru Sant Tukaram International Airport, MoS Civil Aviation Murlidhar Mohol says, "Pune residents had demanded that their airport be named after Sant Tukaram. I am very happy that today this proposal has been passed in the state cabinet. This is a matter of great happiness. Now after its passing in the Union Cabinet, the demand of Pune residents will be fulfilled."

Punjab Cabinet Reshuffle Live: Punjab CM retains 8 ministries including Home Affairs & Justice, ⁠Legal & Legislative Affairs, Sports & Youth Services

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann keeps 8 ministries including Home Affairs & Justice, ⁠Legal & Legislative Affairs, Sports & Youth Services in the cabinet reshuffle. Harpal Singh Cheema to head 4 ministries including Finance, Planning, Excise & Taxation. Aman Arora to head 5 ministries including New & Renewable Energy sources, Employment generation & Training.

India News Live: Railway employee detained by RPF for enquiry on detonators found of Burhanpur railway track

On detonators found on a railway track in Burhanpur, Madhya Pradesh, Central Railway says, "Shabeer, a Railway employee has been detained by Railway Protection Force (RPF) for enquiry."

India News Live: Assam govt orders all schools under Kamrup district to remain closed due to excessive heat

Due to excessive heat and rising temperature, the Kamrup (Metro) District Elementary Education Officer has ordered to remain close to all government/ provincialized/ private schools functioning under Kamrup (Metro) district from September 24 to September 27.

India News Live: Encounter erupts between security forces and Naxals in forest area near Chhattisgarh-Maharashtra border

Encounter underway between security forces and Naxals in the forest of Abujhmad in the Chhattisgarh-Maharashtra border area. Search operation is underway, Narayanpur Police say

World News Live: Lebanese authorities say 100 people were killed in Israeli airstrikes, in what would be the deadliest day since October, reports AP

India News Live: BJP to fill over 2.87 lakh vacant posts in govt sector, if voted to power in Jharkhand, says Chouhan

Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Monday assured that over 2.87 lakh vacant posts in the government sector will be filled in Jharkhand, if the BJP is voted to power in the state.  Addressing a public rally in Baharagora in East Singhbhum district as part of the BJP's 'Parivartan Yatra', he alleged that the Hemant Soren government failed to provide jobs during its rule in the state. “There are over 2.87 lakh vacant posts in the government sector. I promise that if the BJP comes to power, our government will approve a proposal to fill all the vacant posts in the very first cabinet meeting,” said Chouhan, who is also BJP's election in-charge of Jharkhand.

World News Live: Israeli army says it struck 300 targets in Lebanon in stepped-up pressure on Hezbollah

The Israeli military says it has struck 300 targets in Lebanon as it steps up pressure against the Hezbollah militant group. The army announced the strikes on the social media platform X, posting a photo of what is said was the military chief, Lt Gen Herzi Halevi, approving additional attacks from military headquarters in Tel Aviv.  It is one of the most intense barrages of airstrikes in nearly one year of fighting against Hezbollah. Halevi and other Israeli leaders have promised tougher action against Hezbollah in the coming days.

India News Live: Four dead, seven injured as bus falls off bridge in Amravati

Four persons died and seven were seriously injured on Monday after their bus fell off a bridge over a 'nullah' in Maharashtra's Amravati district, a police official said. The incident took place near Semadoh village on Paratwada-Dharni road at 8am, he said. "There were 45 passengers in the bus. Four of them died, while seven are seriously injured. Another 20 have sustained minor wounds. All the injured have been hospitalised," he said. Probe into the cause of the accident is underway, though, prima facie, it seems the driver lost control of the vehicle.

India News Live: Clouds raining, lightning flashing, still the lotus will bloom, says Shivraj Singh Chouhan

Addressing a public rally in Baharagora today, Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan said, "The clouds are raining, lightning is flashing and it is raining heavily but still you are determined to bring about a change. Seeing this, today I can say that the darkness will go away, the Sun will rise, the lotus will bloom, and change will come."

India News Live: Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan's car got stuck in a muddy pothole amid rains during Baharagora rally

World News Live: Vatican confirms plans still in place for Pope Francis to visit Belgium and Luxembourg despite cancelling events Monday, reports AP

India News Live: Democratic rights of people of J-K snatched by downgrading the state to union territory, says Rahul Gandhi in Srinagar

Lok Sabha LoP & Congress leader Rahul Gandhi says, "In India, UTs were made states. States were divided. Madhya Pradesh was divided to form Chhattisgarh, Bihar was divided to form Jharkhand, and Andhra Pradesh was divided to form Telangana. But, never in the history of India, a state was made UT. For the first time, the rights of the people of the state have been snatched and it has been made a UT. You have been subjected to injustice, your democratic rights have been snatched and I want that you get the statehood at the earliest."

India News Live: Only infiltrators respected in Jharkhand, we will chase them out of state, says BJP's Himanta Biswa Sarma in Khunti

India News Live: Former Congress leader Acharya Pramod Krishnam demands apology for Rahul Gandhi's remarks in US

Former Congress leader Acharya Pramod Krishnam criticised Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi for his recent remarks on the Sikh community and reservation in India during his US visit and demanded an apology in this regard. Krishnam accused Rahul Gandhi of "insulting the country on foreign land" and said, "Rahul Gandhi tells a lot of lies, he lies to the people of the country, to his party members, to women, and to farmers too, he even lies to the depressed and impoverished classes."

Odisha news live updates: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi meets woman who alleged abuse, molestation by cops

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi and Law Minister Prithviraj Harichandan recently met with a woman who had alleged misconduct by seven police officials, including molestation. During the meeting at Lok Seva Bhavan in Bhubaneswar, the woman expressed her concerns and grievances, highlighting previous intimidation by the police.

She shared that the Chief Minister listened attentively and assured her that a judicial inquiry would be conducted to ensure justice. The woman also raised concerns about potential threats to her safety, to which the CM responded that protection would be provided if necessary. She appreciated his commitment to making Odisha a safer place for women and emphasised his promise of zero tolerance for wrongdoing against them. The woman felt relieved by the support she received and hopes that justice will be achieved through the inquiry.

Oscar 2025 news live updates: Kiran Rao's 'Laapataa Ladies' is India's official entry to Oscars 2025

Kiran Rao's 'Laapataa Ladies' has been selected as India's official entry for the Oscars 2025.

The film competed with titles such as Ranbir Kapoor's 'Animal', Kartik Aaryan's 'Chandu Champion', Prabhas's 'Kalki 2898 AD', the National Award-winning Malayalam film 'Aatam', Rajkummar Rao's 'Shrikanth', and Vicky Kaushal's 'Sam Bahadur', among others.

News live updates: NCW urges swift action in Bengaluru murder case involving dismembered body of a woman

The National Commission for Women (NCW) today swung into immediate action, in response to a media report titled "Woman’s Body Chopped Into 30 Pieces Found Inside Fridge In Bengaluru." The Commission urged the state police to expedite the arrest of all individuals involved in this horrific case and to conduct a comprehensive and timely investigation. They expect a detailed report on the progress of the investigation within three days,

Delhi CM news live updates: Hope Delhi people will bring back Kejriwal in February polls, says Atishi

Delhi Chief Minister Atishi also expressed optimism about the return of Arvind Kejriwal in the upcoming February elections. She stated that his chair will remain in the Chief Minister's office until then.

"Hope people will bring back Kejriwal in Feb polls, his chair will remain in CM office till then," she said.

Supreme Court news live updates: SC has made a landmark judgement, says advocate

Responding to the Supreme Court's ruling in the POCSO Act case today, Advocate Harvinder Singh Phoolka stated, "The SC has given a landmark judgement. It has happened for the first time. It was about the obscene videos of children that are being uploaded and seen on internet. The SC has analysed and said that it is shameful for a society. The SC held that even downloading such video and seeing is a crime. The SC differed from the Madras HC judgement, which said that forwarding such videos is not crime. The SC called it a mistake by Madras HC. The SC also said that if the video is downloaded by mistake, then they should delete it immediately otherwise it would be a crime".

"The SC asked the Centre that the term used in POCSO Act is 'child pornography', instead it would be, 'child sexual exploitative and abused material (CSEAM)', it is not about only pornography, but it also covers any type of sexual exploitation of children. The SC asked for amendment and if it takes time, then an ordinance should be issued to change it. The SC also said to teach it in schools", he further noted.

Kolkata rape-murder case live updates: Supreme Court to hear suo motu plea on October 1

The Supreme Court announced today that it will hear on October 1 a suo motu case it initiated following the rape and murder of a resident doctor at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata, which has sparked ongoing protests by doctors in West Bengal.

At the start of the day’s proceedings, a bench led by Chief Justice D Y Chandrachud, along with Justice JB Pardiwala, was requested by a counsel representing one of the parties to postpone the hearing, originally scheduled for September 27, due to urgent reasons.

Kolkata rape-murder case live updates: TMC MLA appears before CBI sleuths for questioning

TMC MLA Nirmal Ghosh appeared before CBI officers this morning in connection with the investigation into the rape and murder of a woman medic at RG Kar Hospital, officials said.

Ghosh, who is the MLA for Panihati, arrived at the CBI's CGO Complex office in Salt Lake at around 10:30 am.

“We had summoned him for questioning regarding the RG Kar hospital incident,” a CBI officer stated.

Supreme Court news live: SC lays down guidelines on child pornography issue and legal consequences

Supreme Court news live updates: The Supreme Court today ruled that simply storing child pornographic material is an offence under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act (POCSO Act).

The Court has urged Parliament to amend the POCSO Act, suggesting the replacement of the term "child pornography" with "Child Sexual Exploitative and Abusive Material." Until this amendment is enacted, the Central government has been urged to introduce an Ordinance to facilitate the change.

Additionally, the Supreme Court has directed all courts to avoid using the term "child pornography."

Maharashtra news live updates: MNS chief Raj Thackeray meets Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde in Mumbai

MNS chief Raj Thackeray met Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde today at Varsha Bungalow, the official residence of the Chief Minister, in Mumbai.

India news live updates: Territorial Army completes 5,500 km expedition from Siachen to Indira Point for Platinum Jubilee

To mark its Platinum Jubilee celebrations, the Territorial Army launched its inaugural expedition from Siachen Glacier to Indira Point, covering a distance of approximately 5,500 km across land, air, and sea through cycling, sailing, and scuba diving.

The expedition was flagged off from the Siachen Glacier Base Camp on July 30, 2024, by the Commander of the Siachen Brigade. The team navigated the challenging terrain of Ladakh and Himachal Pradesh before reaching Delhi on August 22, 2024, where they paid tribute at the National War Memorial. A formal send-off was given by the Deputy Chief of Army Staff, Lt Gen Rakesh Kapoor, and Director General Territorial Army, Lt Gen Raju Baijal, for the remaining leg of their journey.

The team completed their 54-day expedition on September 21, 2024, by reaching Indira Point, the southernmost tip of India, which had submerged underwater during the 2004 tsunami. They celebrated the feat by hoisting the Tricolour underwater at Indira Point.

West Bengal floods live updates: Mamata's letter to PM Modi is a political stunt, says BJP

West Bengal BJP Chief Sukanta Majumdar, responding to CM Mamata Banerjee writing a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi regarding floods, stated today, "It is nothing but a political stance by Mamata Banerjee. Every time these areas get flooded, Mamata Banerjee says that it is a man-made flood. But what initiative has she taken to address the problem? Did she write a letter to the ministry or the Jharkhand government to counter this? She did nothing. Dams are getting old, and you need repair and maintenance work. But due to the lack of money, they did not, and that is why this is happening. It is just a political stunt".

News live updates: Actor Darshan's bail plea to be heard today in Bengaluru court

Actor Darshan's bail application will be heard today in the 57th Magistrate Court, Bengaluru. He submitted the bail application on Saturday, September 21.

PM Modi in US Live Updates: More than 10,000 bio-startups likely to emerge in India by 2025, says PM Modi in New York

PM Modi further added, "Today India is rapidly emerging as a global biotech powerhouse...There are possibilities for affordable research, and affordable manufacturing in India...The BioSecure Act which aims to address capacity gaps and India can fulfil this in a trusted and efficient manner. To boost bio-manufacturing, we have introduced the 'Bio E3 policy'...It is a futuristic policy...E3 stands for Biotechnology for Economy, Employment, and Environment...By 2025, I see a possibility of more than 10,000 bio-startups emerging in India. We aim to become a leader in providing solutions for health security and other global challenges...India is building infrastructure with the pro-planet people approach..."

PM Modi in US Live Updates: PM Modi understands the issue and challenges, says Holtec International CEO Kris Singh

Addressing the media following the roundtable meet of CEOs of Tech Companies with PM Modi, Holtec International CEO Kris Singh said, "PM said to me that he wants to make India energy independent, he wants to rapidly grow clean energy in the country and the meeting was for clean energy. I explained to him that the existing coal plants can be converted into our small modular reactors, the capacity at the plant will be increased by a factor of 3. PM is a very bright man. He understands the issue, understands the challenges and I think that he gets it."

PM Modi in US Live Updates: Excited about Accenture's business growth in india, says CEO Julie Sweet after after roundtable meet with PM

After the roundtable meeting with PM Narendra Modi, Accenture CEO Julie Sweet expressed her honour in meeting the Prime Minister and praised his leadership and vision for the coming decade. She highlighted India's significant role in the global technology landscape over the past decade and expressed enthusiasm about Accenture's commitment, along with other companies, to grow their business in India and leverage local talent to serve global markets. "It's an exciting time," she noted.

"I was honoured to meet with PM Modi and to hear more about his leadership and vision for the next decade. After having such a great decade, really making India such an important part of the global technology landscape. I was also very excited to hear about the commitment of so many other companies like Accenture to continue to grow our business in India and to have our individuals in India serve the globe. It's an exciting time," she noted.

PM Modi in US Live Updates: PM Modi wants to learn about technology, is an incredible student, says Nvidia CEO

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, interacting with the media, shortly after the Tech CEOs' roundtable conference, noted, "I have enjoyed so many meetings with Prime Minister. He is such an incredible student and every time I see him, he wants to learn about technology, Artificial Intelligence, the potential and opportunity for India, the impact on Indian society & industry...India is also home of some of the world's greatest computer scientists. So, this is great opportunity. Artificial Intelligence is also a new industry, a new manufacturing industry that is very important. So, I am looking forward to partnering with India in a very deep way to make that possible...This is India's moment, you have to seize the opportunity."

PM Modi in US Live Updates: US facilitates return of 297 antiquities to India during PM Modi's visit

PM Modi in US Live updates: During Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the US, the US facilitated the return of 297 antiquities that had been stolen or trafficked from India, which will soon be repatriated, reported ANI.

These artifacts date back nearly 4,000 years, from 2000 BCE to 1900 CE, and originate from various regions across India. The majority are terracotta pieces from Eastern India, while others are crafted from stone, metal, wood, and ivory, representing diverse Indian heritage.

PM Modi in US Live Updates: India moving ahead on reform, perform and transform mantra, says PM Modi in New York

PM Modi further noted, "In the last decade, India is moving forward with the mantra of reform, perform and transform...We will give importance to reform according to the need of the hour...Today, India watches ambitious dreams and works very hard to fulfil those. India is the fifth largest economy. I am confident that in my third tenure as PM, we will achieve the target of becoming the world's third-largest economy...Technology is an important pillar of Viksit Bharat. We have provided enormous opportunities for technological collaboration and investment...Today, India has one of the most viable digital ecosystems. India has the third largest startup ecosystem..."

PM Modi US visit live updates: Without democracy, technology can lead to crisis, says PM Modi

PM Modi, while attending the Tech CEOs roundup discussion in New York, stated, "The 21st century is fundamentally driven by technology, impacting nearly every sector. However, it's crucial to find a balance between technology and democracy, as the intersection of democratic values and technological advancements ensures human welfare. Without democracy, technology can lead to crises. India, with its vast talent pool, strong democratic principles, and vibrant market, is well-positioned to navigate this landscape."

Kishtwar encounter news live updates: Army-terrorist encounter underway in Jammu and Kashmir's Kishtwar

The encounter is ongoing in the Chatroo area of Kishtwar, where contact was established between security forces and terrorists on September 21.

Quad Summit news live updates: Quad nations sign Semiconductor Cooperation Pact, ministers to discuss tech issues in upcoming meet

Josh Rubin, Director for Indo-Pacific Affairs at the National Security Council, announced that a memorandum of cooperation has been signed among Quad countries to establish a semiconductor supply chain contingency network. He highlighted that this initiative aims to strengthen collaboration on semiconductor production and supply chains.

"There was a memorandum of cooperation between Quad countries for the semiconductor supply chain contingency network. We also expect semiconductors and critical and emerging technology issues at large, to be a topic of discussion when quad Commerce and Industry ministers meet for the first time in the coming months," he said.

Quad Summit news live updates: Quad Summit marks historic Success for Biden's legacy, says US Indo-Pacific Affairs Director

In a recent press briefing, Josh Rubin, Director for Indo-Pacific Affairs at the National Security Council, emphasized the significance of the Quad Leaders’ Summit, describing it as "incredibly successful and historic" for President Biden's legacy. He expressed confidence that the outcomes of the summit would contribute to a lasting framework for peace in the Indo-Pacific region moving forward.

PM Modi US visit live updates: PM Modi holds roundtable discussion with tech CEOs in New York

PM Modi also engaged in a "fruitful" roundtable discussion with CEOs of leading American tech companies, focusing on India's growth potential and exploring avenues for bilateral collaboration. The meeting, held at the Lotte New York Palace Hotel on Sunday during the second leg of Modi's three-day US visit, attracted executives from prominent US firms specialising in cutting-edge technologies like artificial intelligence (AI), quantum computing, and semiconductors.

During the discussions, PM Modi highlighted India's robust economic growth and the country's ongoing initiatives to foster technological innovation. The dialogue aimed to strengthen partnerships in key sectors, further enhancing the tech and economic ties between India and the United States.

PM Modi US visit live updates: PM Modi meets Nepalese counterpart KP Sharma Oli in New York, discusses bilateral ties

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's meeting with Nepalese Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli in New York, on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly session, highlighted the strong bilateral relationship between India and Nepal. Modi highlighted that their discussions centered on enhancing energy, technology, and trade cooperation. Both leaders expressed their commitment to strengthening the already robust India-Nepal friendship, exploring ways to deepen collaboration across these sectors.

Seizing Raja encounter new live updates: History-sheeter Seizing Raja shot dead in encounter in Chennai

Notorious history-sheeter Raja, also known as 'Seizing Raja,' was shot dead in a police encounter in the Akkarai area of Chennai. The incident occurred earlier today, with details of the encounter still emerging.

Chennai Police officials confirmed the killing of Raja, a well-known criminal with a long history of involvement in serious offenses. He had been on the police radar for years due to his involvement in various criminal activities, earning his nickname due to his modus operandi.

PM Modi US visit live updates: PM Modi meets Kuwait's Crown Prince, focuses on strengthening historical ties

During his visit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi also met Kuwait's Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Mubarak Al-Sabah. The leaders discussed ways to strengthen the "historical linkages" between India and Kuwait, emphasising the importance of deepening people-to-people contacts. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) shared that both leaders reviewed the bilateral relations and sought to enhance cooperation across various sectors.