INDIA bloc petition under scrutiny: Sanjay Raut says "we will rectify, repair" errors

The councillor so troublesome he won't face third investigation

A councillor will not be investigated because he refused to accept the punishment when he was found to have breached conduct rules before.

'We have hundreds of people turn up': Hindu temple could move to Maidstone leisure complex

The founders of a new temple, which has drawn in hundreds of Hindus, are looking at a historic market building for a possible permanent home.

‘We’re disappointed’: Developers to appeal after bid to flatten former Aldi rejected

Plans to flatten an abandoned Aldi and replace it with retirement homes are set to be appealed after a council rejected the proposals.

LuLu Hypermarket opens first store in Chennai inside a metro station; locations, stores opening and closing time

Lulu Hypermarket Chennai: LuLu has opened its first hypermarket in Chennai inside Shenoy Nagar Metro Station, with a smaller LuLu Daily store at Chennai Central Metro Station. Google Maps lists store timings as 9 am to 11 pm.

Canada to lead largest trade delegation to India in over 30 years, CEPA talks in focus

Canada is leading its largest trade delegation to India in more than 30 years, with nearly 300 business delegates set to explore partnerships across key sectors as both countries advance negotiations on a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), Canadian International Trade Minister Maninder Sidhu said.

Delhi's new protest site Ramlila Maidan has just 3 booking days left this year; cost tops Rs 1 lakh

Ramlila Maidan, one of three venues designated for protests in Delhi after Jantar Mantar was de-notified, has no available booking dates until December 29, except for December 30 and 31. Officials say a one-day booking requires an initial payment of about Rs 1.21 lakh, while traders and transport operators warn that demonstrations could worsen congestion around commercial markets, railway stations and major roads.

France supermarket cyberattack: How hackers turned fridges into furnaces at 122 degrees and what it reveals about connected devices

A cyberattack on French supermarket chains reportedly manipulated connected refrigeration systems, forcing some units to heat up to 50°C. The incident affected hundreds of stores, caused food losses and was linked to reports of fires. French authorities are investigating how hackers accessed the systems and whether other countries were affected.

Police seek extension of CAPF deployment in Delhi till Oct 20 amid protest concerns

Delhi Police has sought to extend the deployment of 273 companies of Central Armed Police Forces until October 20. This extension is necessary to ensure law and order amidst potential protests from various organizations. Protests against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and demonstrations in sensitive areas are significant concerns for authorities. Recently, the capital saw heavy security measures including the closure of many metro stations.

Police seek extension of CAPF deployment in Delhi till Oct 20 amid protest concerns

Delhi Police has sought to extend the deployment of 273 companies of Central Armed Police Forces until October 20. This extension is necessary to ensure law and order amidst potential protests from various organizations. Protests against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and demonstrations in sensitive areas are significant concerns for authorities. Recently, the capital saw heavy security measures including the closure of many metro stations.

PM Modi's free trade push could lead to $140 billion GDP gain for India

A more protectionist US could unexpectedly benefit India as New Delhi expands its free-trade agreements (FTAs) to diversify export markets and attract investment. A World Trade Organization-based model estimates that India’s concluded and proposed trade deals, including agreements with the EU and New Zealand, could add about $140 billion to GDP by 2035, lifting it 1.7% above the baseline.

Trump on Russia-Ukraine energy truce: ‘There have been violations on both sides’

Donald Trump commented on reports of violations regarding the proposed energy ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine. He stated that both Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy agreed to the arrangement under his insistence. Zelenskyy accused Russia of continuing its attacks, causing casualties and damage to infrastructure. The Kremlin did not confirm the ceasefire, and the European Union also expressed skepticism over Russia's compliance.

AI Meets Robotics: Fortis introduces India’s first hybrid cath lab; Dr Ashok Seth explains