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Srinagar, September 2: The strike by MBBS and BDS intern doctors across Jammu & Kashmir entered its third day today, with interns continuing their peaceful protest at all Government Medical Colleges (GMCs) across the Union Territory and SKIMS Bemina.The interns are demanding an immediate enhancement of the internship stipend, which is currently ₹12,300 per month.On September 1, interns also organised peaceful candle marches within the campuses of GMCs across J&K and SKIMS Bemina, reiterating their demand for justice and an early resolution of the long-pending stipend issue.AIMSA representatives, including Dr Tasaduk, Dr Shahnawaz and Dr Faraz from SKIMS, Dr Akib…

Keralam chief minister V D Satheesan on Wednesday challenged Sunni Islamic scholar Sheikh Abubakr Ahmad’s remarks on keeping women confined to their homes, calling it a “misinterpretation” of Islamic history.Keralam chief minister V D Satheesan says Islamic cleric Sheikh Abubakr Ahmad’s view goes against the state’s progressive tradition. (Agencies)The cleric, who holds the title of the Grand Mufti of India, had reportedly sparked outrage after he said women should not be allowed into the public sphere as it would lead to destruction.The Keralam chief minister rejected the scholar’s remarks saying his view does not align with the “progressive” tradition of…

AI generated image used for representative purpose NEW DELHI: The Delhi high court has held that a woman returning from maternity leave is ordinarily entitled to be restored to the same position she held before going on leave and cannot be placed at a professional disadvantage because of pregnancy or motherhood. The court also directed the employer to pay Rs 10 lakh compensation and Rs 1.5 lakh costs to a woman who alleged that she was moved to a less important role after returning from maternity leave. The judgment was pronounced on August 31, 2026.Why did the woman approach the…

New Delhi: The Congress on Wednesday cited former finance secretary Subhash Chandra Garg’s reported remarks on GDP numbers to attack the Modi government, saying it must understand that “PR can polish the picture” of the GDP but not the economy itself.Congress general secretary in-charge communications Jairam Ramesh shared a video clip of Garg in which he stated that by revising last year’s GDP by as much as Rs six trillion, the current year’s GDP in the first quarter has gone up by around 10.3 per cent.”If you had not revised last year’s GDP, the growth in current prices would have…

If you have ever paused at a velvet sherwani or a sequinned saree on the silver screen, chances are you were looking at the work of Manish Malhotra. For over three decades, the fashion designer, known for his eponymous luxury label, has defined modern Bollywood glamour, dressing everyone from top film stars to Met Gala guests. Also read | Manish Malhotra’s Met Gala 2026 look is a heartfelt tribute to his ‘work family’ with cape featuring karigars’ namesIn December 2026, he will turn 60. He does not look it — nor does he operate like it. His days still begin…

Bihar Education Minister Mithilesh Tiwari announced that the upcoming Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) exams have been put on hold to establish a unified single-test pattern following direct intervention from the state leadership. The state Education Minister said the number of candidates is very high and BPSC requires time for the preparations.”No one should rush this process”: Bihar BPSC exam postponed to ensure single-test format, says state Education MinisterSpeaking to ANI, Mithilesh Tiwari explained the rationale behind the administrative shift and timeline adjustments.BPSC TRE 4.0: Revised registration date announced, to begin on September 21 at bpsc.bih.nic.inHe said, “The BPSC is…

Trigger Warning: This story contains references to murder, rape and death. Reader discretion is advised. On Wednesday, the Bombay High Court directed the CBI to investigate the death of Disha Salian, a former celebrity manager, after her father questioned the circumstances surrounding her passing in 2020.FIR to be registered, statement to be recordedAccording to PTI, the bench of Justices Sarang Kotwal and Ranjitsinha Raja Bhonsale ordered the CBI to lodge an FIR and take down the statement of Satish Salian, the deceased’s father, adding that nobody should be labelled an accused unless the probe yields sufficient evidence against them.Mumbai police…

The 30-share BSE Sensex tanked 788.52 points to 76,155.76 in early trade | Photo Credit: ANI Stock market benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty slumped in early trade on Wednesday (September 2, 2026), tracking a bearish trend in global equities and higher oil prices due to escalating conflict in West Asia.The 30-share BSE Sensex tanked 788.52 points to 76,155.76 in early trade. The 50-share NSE Nifty slumped 269 points to 23,786.80.Among the 30 Sensex firms, InterGlobe Aviation, Eternal, Mahindra & Mahindra, UltraTech Cement, Bajaj Finserv and Bajaj Finance were the major laggards.Adani Ports and Sun Pharma were the winners.Brent crude, the…

At least 16 people have been killed in a bus crash in eastern Egypt, the country’s health ministry has said.Another 28 people were injured on the road between Red Sea towns of Dahab and Nuweiba in the South Sinai governorate on Wednesday morning.As many as 20 ambulances were sent to the scene of the accident to provide first aid and evacuate the injured, the ministry said. The cause of the crash remains unknown.The area is a popular tourist destination, attracting visitors from around the world.Deadly road accidents are common across Egypt, with the authorities reporting nearly 6,000 fatalities in 2025.Such…

The world needs more mega-science projects, said Director-General of CERN, Mark Thomson, during his visit to Mumbai on Monday (August 31, 2026) for the India premiere of ‘The Peace Particle’, a documentary on CERN. The documentary premiered at the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research. During the programme, Dr. Thomson also delivered an address titled ‘Particle physics: today and tomorrow’. Published – September 02, 2026 12:27 pm IST Source link