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Her letter reads, "Further, I wish to surrender and return the compensation plots by cancelling the deeds of 14 plots executed in my favour by the Mysore Urban Development Authority. I am also handing over the possession of the plots back to the Mysore Urban Development Authority. Kindly take necessary steps in this regard as soon as possible."

Nepal Government Spokesperson, Prithivi Subba Gurung says, "Nepal to observe three days of national mourning in wake of the flooding and landslide disaster across the nation. Rs 2 Lakh each to be given to those killed in Saturday’s rain-induced flood and landslide. Prime Minister and Ministers will donate, a month's salary to the PM relief fund to be utilized for the aid efforts to the victims and deceased."

A case has been registered against unknown individuals at Patuli PS under sections 152, 285, 3(5) of BNS regarding the "Kashmir Mange Azadi" slogan shouted yesterday at the 8B bus stand. The case is being registered, and the protesters have been identified and will soon be summoned by the Police, says Kolkata Police

Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) and several Islamic organisations in Pakistan organised sit-ins at 13 key locations across Karachi on September 29 to protest against the government's failure to reduce high electricity costs and excessive taxation. The demonstrations were aimed at highlighting the growing burden on the public due to rising utility costs. During the protests, funeral prayers in absentia were held for Shaheed Hassan Nasrallah, the leader of Hezbollah in Lebanon. JI Karachi Ameer Monem Zafar led the prayers on the National Highway, reported The Express Tribune.

Israel is planning a limited ground operation in Lebanon that may start imminently, Israel told the United States, the Washington Post reports citing an unidentified US official. The operation would be smaller than Israel's 2006 war against Hezbollah and focus on security for border communities, the official said.

--PM Modi speaks with Israeli counterpart Benjamin Netanyahu, says terrorism has no place in our world

--India is committed to supporting efforts for early restoration of peace and stability

--It is crucial to prevent regional escalation, ensure safe release of all hostages

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Central Government approves release of Rs 675 crore to flood-affected states of Gujarat, Manipur and Tripura, as an advance from National Disaster Response Fund (NDRF). Under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and guidance of Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Central Government is fully committed to provide all possible assistance to flood-affected states.

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Monday filed a money-laundering case against Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and others, following a recent FIR by the state Lokayukta related to the Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA) that has seen the Congress leader in deep trouble.

Sealdah Court sends Tala Police Station ex-officer incharge Abhijit Mondol and RG Kar ex-principal Sandip Ghosh judicial custody till 4th October 2024.

A man jumped into the sea from Atal Setu in Mumbai, earlier today. Police reached the spot upon receiving information. Rescue operation underway, reports Mumbai Police

Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar said, "I congratulate the people of Jammu and Kashmir for participating in the celebration of democracy. We witnessed the voting percentage, number of candidates, processions, campaigning, everything increased. In the last two phases of polling, there have been no cases of boycott and repolling. This voting turnout is a history in itself. We request every section of the society to cast their vote in the third phase of elections. In 17 assembly constituencies, the voting percentage of women is higher than that of men."

The Hindu community in India is very large, and cow is revered as mother. I believe the government has decided to honour the cow," said Union Minister Ramdas Athawale on Maharashtra government declaring desi (indigenous) cows as 'Rajyamata-Gomata'.

Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud gave solicitor general Tushar Mehta instructions to give a report on the National Task Force's progress. October 14 has been chosen as the new date for the case's hearing.

Although the state has indicated that it anticipates completing the remaining work by October 31, it has assured the court that it will make every effort to complete the work by October 15, 2024.

Amidst the proceedings, CJI made inquiries concerning the measures implemented by the West Bengal government concerning the deployment of CCTV cameras and the building of restrooms and distinct rest areas. In response to the CJI, lawyer Dwivedi stated that the state will need more time to finish these structures because of recent floods and logistical challenges.

Lawyer Karuna Nundy claimed that several individuals who were mentioned at the crime scene in the CBI investigation of financial irregularities were there. Many of these people, she added, are still in positions of authority and ought to be placed on temporary leave until the investigation is finished.

The CJI stated that the RG Kar case's financial irregularities and rape are the current areas of focus. Although this is the investigation's primary focus, he promised that other factors won't be overlooked. The CJI indicated that the probe might be extended if needed, emphasizing the existence of a wider connection to the alleged mafia that the attorney had spoken about.

Senior advocate Mahesh Jethmalani said that no FIR has been filed against the police commissioner who disclosed the victim's name. The High Court mentioned that the Supreme Court will address this matter.

Chief Justice DY Chandrachud restated earlier orders regarding the use of the RG Kar murder and rape victim's name or images. "Shall notify a nodal officer in relation to any uploading of unauthorized publication which be taken down," the court ordered MEITI to do.

The Supreme Court began hearings on a plea pertaining to the violent rape and death of a trainee doctor in Kolkata on Monday. The case, which has stunned the country, centers on the alleged sexual assault and murder of a young medical intern in the city. This has sparked intense outrage and calls for prompt justice. In a status report filed by the Central Bureau of Investigation about the rape and murder case, the highest court stated on September 17 that it was troubled by the results, but it would not provide specifics.

The Chief Minister had no reason to address the media and make a statement, according to the SC. he court says that the controversy is meaningless if adulterated ghee was not used for prasad. According to SC, the dispute is about faith and should not be politicized.

The Supreme Court has rescheduled the subject for Thursday at 3.30 p.m. and asked Solicitor General Tushar Mehta to assist whether the state-appointed Special Investigation Team (SIT) should continue with the probe or investigation conducted by an independent body.

The Supreme Court, considering petitions over the purported adulteration of laddus from the Tirupati temple, emphasized that those occupying constitutional offices ought to keep religion and politics apart.

The Court asked Solicitor General of India Tushar Mehta to seek instructions from the Central Government on whether a Central Investigation is required and posted the matter to Thursday

Justice Gavai inquired as to whether the Chief Minister had any evidence that would prove beyond a reasonable doubt that laddus from the Hindu shrine in Andhra Pradesh—where Lord Venkateswara is revered—had been prepared using animal fat.

The bench of Justices BR Gavai and KV Viswanathan stated that there is currently insufficient evidence to support such a claim and questioned the need of making a public statement on the matter given that the State had already ordered an investigation into the allegations.

The chief minister of Andhra Pradesh, N Chandrababu Naidu, had claimed that inferior ghee containing animal fat was used to create laddus during the previous Yuvajana Sramika Rythu (YSR) Congress Party rule.

The Supreme Court criticised Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu for allegedly using adulterated ghee to prepare laddus that are served as prasadam at the Tirumala Tirupati Temple.

Chief Minister's claims during an investigation into the matter were questioned by the Court. Additionally, the bench noted verbally that the lab data seemed to suggest that the test was conducted on the ghee samples that were rejected, reports Bar and Bench

The CBI's status report, which was used by the Supreme Court to highlight key shortcomings in the Kolkata police inquiry, was filed earlier. The Court noted that women cannot be denied equal job possibilities on the pretense of protection, and it reprimanded the West Bengal government for advising doctors not to work at night.

This marks the fifth day of proceedings that began on August 20, 2024.

On Monday, the Supreme Court will hear a suo motu plea concerning the alleged rape and murder of a trainee doctor at R.G. Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata.

"These petitions are not bonafide but only to attack the present government. Dr Swamy's shows clearly. I have appointed SIT," says advocate Rohtagi appearing for Andhra Pradesh government.

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Supreme Court to hear petitions at 1 pm today on a court-monitored probe into allegations of animal fat being used in Tirupati Temple's Prasadam laddus.

The SIT has arrived at TTD Executive Officer J Syamala Rao's residence to investigate claims of adulteration in the temple's prasadam laddus.

Petitioners in the prasadam case include YV Subba Reddy, BJP's Dr Subramanian Swamy, Dushyanth Sridhar and Vikram Sampath.

Matter before a Bench of Justices KV Viswanathan and BR Gavai

The Supreme Court is set to soon hear a series of petitions regarding allegations that animal fat was discovered in the ghee used for preparing prasadam at a temple in Andhra Pradesh.

The number of people killed by flooding and landslides triggered by heavy rainfall over the weekend in Nepal has reached 193 while recovery and rescue work has been stepped up, officials said Monday. A police statement said there were 31 people who were still reported missing and 96 people were injured across the Himalayan nation. Many of the deaths were in the capital, Kathmandu, which got heavy rainfall, and much of southern part of the city was flooded. (AP)

Citing Mumbai Police, ANI reported that the Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of Mumbai Police issued a summons to Ashish Hemrajani, CEO of Big Tree Entertainment Private Limited, the parent company of BookMyShow, along with the company's technical head, yesterday. The EOW had previously sent summons on September 27, but they did not appear before the agency.

The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of the Mumbai Police has summoned Ashish Hemrajani, CEO of Big Tree Entertainment, in connection with allegations of black market sales of Coldplay concert tickets.

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The death toll from recent rain-induced floods and landslides in Nepal has tragically risen to nearly 200, with at least 30 individuals still reported missing. According to the Nepal Police, a total of 192 fatalities have been confirmed due to the incessant rainfall that began last Friday, leading to widespread devastation across the country. The severe weather has resulted in significant flooding, landslides, and inundation, impacting numerous communities in the Himalayan nation.

Delhi recorded a minimum temperature of 25.8 degrees Celsius today, which is 2.5 degrees above the normal for this time of year, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). The humidity in the national capital was noted at 85 percent at 8:30 am.

The IMD has also forecasted partly cloudy skies for the day, with the maximum temperature expected to reach around 35 degrees Celsius .

Congress leader and Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, left his residence in Delhi this morning to campaign for the party in Haryana's Ambala and Kurukshetra, ahead of the voting for the 90 Assembly seats in Haryana scheduled for October 5.

Five people have been reported killed in strikes on Lebanon today, specifically in the Bint Jbeil district, according to the country's Public Health Ministry. The state-run National News Agency also noted that at least 10 others were injured across multiple towns in the same area. Bint Jbeil is located in southern Lebanon near the Israeli border, and the ongoing conflict has escalated tensions in the region​.

A search operation is currently underway in Jammu and Kashmir's Rajouri district following reports of suspicious movement in the Manial Gali area. Security forces kicked off the operation under the Thanamandi Police Station after the unusual activity was observed yesterday. The area has been cordoned off for safety and security.

President Joe Biden announced plans to visit areas affected by Hurricane Helene this week, contingent on ensuring that his visit does not interfere with ongoing rescue and recovery operations. Following a briefing on the storm's impact on Sunday evening, the president characterized the devastation as "stunning" and emphasized that the administration is providing states with comprehensive support for their response efforts.

A powerful typhoon is currently striking the northernmost islands of the Philippines, leading officials to take precautionary measures such as evacuating residents, shutting down schools, and halting inter-island ferry services. The Philippine government has issued warnings about the "potentially very destructive" damage that Typhoon Krathon could inflict on coastal communities.

As of the latest updates, Typhoon Krathon was tracked over the coastal waters near Balintang Island, affecting the provinces of Cagayan and Batanes. The storm is producing sustained winds of up to 175 kilometers per hour, with gusts reaching as high as 215 kilometers per hour, according to government forecasters. Authorities are urging residents to stay safe and heed evacuation orders as the storm continues to approach.

The Supreme Court will resume its hearing in the suo moto cognisance case related to the brutal rape and murder of a postgraduate trainee in Kolkata's RG Kar Hospital last month.

Junior doctors in West Bengal announced on Saturday night that they might resume a total "cease work" in medical colleges following the state government's submission regarding their safety and security at workplaces.

Opposition politician Gideon Saar has officially joined the government of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, marking a significant shift in the political landscape. At 57, Saar will take on the role of a minister without a portfolio and become a member of the Security Cabinet, which is responsible for overseeing Israel's ongoing military conflicts.

Saar’s inclusion in the coalition expands Netanyahu’s governing majority, bolstering his political position. His party holds four seats in the Knesset, bringing Netanyahu's total to 68 seats in the 120-member parliament.

The Israeli airstrike in the heart of Beirut on Monday resulted in the deaths of three members of the Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine (PFLP), a secular left-wing group that has aligned itself with Hezbollah in support of Hamas against Israel.

The PFLP confirmed the fatalities, identifying the victims as its military security chief, Mohammad Abdel-Aal, military commander Imad Odeh, and Abdelrahman Abdel-Aal. This strike marks the first Israeli attack within Beirut's limits since the outbreak of the Gaza conflict last year.

The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) reported that their fighter jets conducted a series of strikes on dozens of Hezbollah targets in Lebanon's Bekaa region on Monday. The strikes targeted launchers and buildings used to store weapons, which were linked to Hezbollah, a Lebanese militant group. The IDF's operation comes amid ongoing tensions in the region.