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‘Do not let Putin drag you into this war’: Ukrainian President Zelenskyy urges India, 46 other nations at UN

24

Sep

World

‘Do not let Putin drag you into this war’: Ukrainian President Zelenskyy urges India, 46 other nations at UN

New York: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy urged India and 46 other countries to prevent their citizens from being drawn into the Russia-Ukraine war, alleging that Russia was recruiting foreign nationals for the conflict. He said Russia was recruiting citizens from several countries and sending them to the battlefield. He alleged that people from these countries were losing their lives in the conflict after being brought to Russia through what he described as 'deception and tricks'. 'Do not let Putin drag you into this war': Zelenskyy Addressing the 81st United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), Zelenskyy said, "We know that Russia uses…

I trusted police, they blamed me: Vijay on Karur Stampede

23

Sep

By The Press Editor

Politics, States

I trusted police, they blamed me: Vijay on Karur Stampede

Nine months after the Karur stampede that claimed 41 lives and cast a long shadow over the state assembly election, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay returned to the city on Friday to defend his role in the tragedy, question the police response, and mount a sharp attack on the erstwhile DMK government. Addressing a gathering on his first visit to Karur as Chief Minister to hand over appointment letters to members of the victims' families, Vijay recalled the tragedy with visible emotion, saying the loss continued to weigh heavily on him. Dressed entirely in black, he remarked that the…

23

Sep

By The Press Editor

Lifestyle

In Italy, diners can take home the ceramic plate their meal was served on; the 1964 tradition now survives at 111 restaurants across the country

Plates often carry the best memories, those of good food and good times. But you always have to leave them on the table as you move ahead in search of the next best dish and company. In Italy, things are done a bit differently. In a tradition called The Piatti del Buon Ricordo, or “Plates of Good Memories,” which dates back to 1964, diners can enjoy a meal and take the plate it was served on home as a souvenir.“The Italian trattoria is one of the symbols of our people’s culture and tradition. It’s not just a place to eat…

‘Will fight until last breath’: Iran President shows Minab attack victims’ pics at UN, fires warning to Trump

23

Sep

By The Press Editor

World

‘Will fight until last breath’: Iran President shows Minab attack victims’ pics at UN, fires warning to Trump

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian used his address to the United Nations General Assembly on Wednesday to defend Tehran's actions during the war, accusing the United States and Israel of attacking Iran. He said the country had not started the conflict and would continue to defend itself. Pezeshkian also held up photographs of victims of the Minab school attack and Iran's former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, whom he said was killed at the beginning of the war in US and Israeli strikes. The US delegation walked out of the chamber during his speech. Pezeshkian says Iran will fight 'until…

Taiwan, Tehran, tariffs on table as Trump hosts Xi Jinping for high-stakes Washington summit

23

Sep

By The Press Editor

World

Taiwan, Tehran, tariffs on table as Trump hosts Xi Jinping for high-stakes Washington summit

Washington: Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in Washington on Wednesday for a high-stakes summit with US President Donald Trump, with Taiwan, the conflict involving Iran and trade tensions expected to dominate discussions between the two leaders. The meeting marks their second summit this year, as Washington and Beijing seek to manage tensions across economic, technological and geopolitical fronts. Trump is set to personally receive Xi and his wife, Peng Liyuan, at Joint Base Andrews near Washington, an unusual airport welcome for a visiting foreign leader. Xi is accompanied by senior Chinese officials, including Cai Qi, a member of the Standing…

Indian seafarer killed in MV Cape Dao attack off Oman, two torpedoes hit ship sailing towards India

23

Sep

By The Press Editor

World

Indian seafarer killed in MV Cape Dao attack off Oman, two torpedoes hit ship sailing towards India

An Indian seafarer, identified as Suraj Yadav from Deoria, Uttar Pradesh, was killed after MV Cape Dao was attacked while sailing towards India, the Forward Seamen's Union of India (FSUI) said. The union said Yadav was working as a wiper on the vessel. According to the FSUI, 28 crew members were on board the ship, including 20 Indians. The union said the vessel was struck by two torpedoes on its port side, hitting the C-deck accommodation area and the hull near the engine room. Indian seafarer killed in MV Cape Dao attack The FSUI identified the deceased seafarer as Suraj…

BHIM introduces MyUPI: From autopay mandate management to tracking payments, know what all it can do

23

Sep

By The Press Editor

Business

BHIM introduces MyUPI: From autopay mandate management to tracking payments, know what all it can do

NPCI BHIM Services Ltd, a wholly owned subsidiary of the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI), has announced the launch of MyUPI, a conversational AI-powered assistant on the BHIM Payments App. The feature has been launched to provide round-the-clock support for UPI-related needs. The support will be available in multiple languages, making it easier for users to converse in everyday language. According to the platform, the new feature will help users get assistance and take relevant action without having to look across multiple support channels. The feature was launched by NPCI at Global Fintech Fest 2026. Supports 5 languages MyUPI…

Jaishankar meets Rubio at UN General Assembly, raises concerns over US tariffs of up to 100% on Russian oil

23

Sep

By The Press Editor

World

Jaishankar meets Rubio at UN General Assembly, raises concerns over US tariffs of up to 100% on Russian oil

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Wednesday during the High-Level Week of the 81st United Nations General Assembly, where he is leading the Indian delegation. The meeting covered India's concerns over the Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act (SRIA), as well as developments in the Gulf and Ukraine. Sharing details on X, Jaishankar said he had "reiterated India's interests and concerns with regard to SRIA" during the discussion with Rubio. The proposed US legislation could allow tariffs of up to 100% on major buyers of Russian oil and gas, with India and China among…

Indian Railways notifies Extraordinary Pension Rules 2026: Eligibility, benefits and other details

23

Sep

By The Press Editor

Business

Indian Railways notifies Extraordinary Pension Rules 2026: Eligibility, benefits and other details

The Ministry of Railways has notified the Railway Services (Extraordinary Pension) Rules, 2026, which replace the Railway Services (Extraordinary Pension) Rules, 1993. The Indian Railways is the largest employer in India after the Ministry of Defence (Indian Armed Forces). It has over 1 million employees, and therefore the development holds a lot of significance as the updated framework establishes revised terms, classification criteria, and procedural timelines for awarding disability and family pensions to railway personnel. It also addresses how a railway employee's pension will be determined if they die while in service or become disabled in an accident. NPS-covered railway…

Stock below Rs 100 gains over 19% in 6 days amid market volatility, here’s what’s behind the rally

23

Sep

By The Press Editor

Business

Stock below Rs 100 gains over 19% in 6 days amid market volatility, here’s what’s behind the rally

Shares of Lords Mark Industries, a diversified company with a presence across healthcare and diagnostics, have gained over 19 per cent in the last six days and ended today's session in the green despite intraday volatility as markets shrugged off an intraday surge in crude and focused on signs of strengthening domestic growth momentum. The stock opened flat at Rs 95.41 but gained to touch the intraday high of Rs 99, a gain of Rs 3.59 or 3.76 per cent from the previous close. During the day, it touched the intraday low of Rs 93.85. The counter ended the session…