‘We had no idea if he would survive. We started crying a lot’: Smit Machchhar’s family recalls agonising wait on September 30

Long queues after crash on M2

A crash on the M2 is causing long delays for drivers heading coast-bound.

Man arrested after ‘acting inappropriately’ at hotel

Investigators are appealing for witnesses after a man allegedly caused concern among staff and customers at a hotel.

RBI policy confronts a world with long tails

The RBI is likely to begin raising rates in October, with another hike possible in Q4 2026, as inflation risks broaden. Higher oil prices, weather shocks, weaker currency and geopolitical risks are fuelling imported pressures.

Traffic temporarily held on A2 following crash

Motorists are being advised to approach with caution following a crash during rush hour.

Chinese doctors shrink lung tumour for baby still in mother’s womb, using needle

Chinese doctors have performed an unprecedented surgery to save an unborn child who developed a fast-growing tumour. A medical team from Shenzhen and Hong Kong recently completed a challenging, precise reduction of a foetal chest tumour while the baby was still in the womb, offering new hope to families facing similarly dire prognoses. Jointly performed by doctors from Shenzhen Baoan Women’s and Children’s Hospital and the Chinese University of Hong Kong, the procedure was detailed and published...

Long delays following multi-vehicle crash on A2

There are long queues building on the A2 after traffic was temporarily held following a crash involving multiple vehicles.

SC issues notice to Centre, EC on plea seeking CEC Gyanesh Kumar’s suspension, may annul decisions if they breached law

The Supreme Court has issued notices regarding a plea seeking the suspension of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Opposition parties have raised concerns over the unilateral decisions made during the electoral rolls revision process. Protests have occurred in multiple states, demanding Kumar's resignation and an end to the Special Intensive Revision exercise. The Election Commission maintains that its decisions were reached unanimously despite internal disagreements.

SC issues notice to Centre, EC on plea seeking CEC Gyanesh Kumar’s suspension, may annul decisions if they breached law

The Supreme Court has issued notices regarding a plea seeking the suspension of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Opposition parties have raised concerns over the unilateral decisions made during the electoral rolls revision process. Protests have occurred in multiple states, demanding Kumar's resignation and an end to the Special Intensive Revision exercise. The Election Commission maintains that its decisions were reached unanimously despite internal disagreements.

‘No Lindsey Graham Bill in Europe’, ‘multilateralism has weakened’: FM Sitharaman on bilateral deals

Gujarat plans rooftop solar for 15,000 more government buildings, targets 65 MW addition

The programme provides 100% capital-cost support and aims to reduce conventional electricity use, cut power expenditure and increase renewable energy

SBI PO Mains Result 2026: When will SBI PO Mains result be declared? Check expected date, how to download and next steps

SBI PO Mains Result 2026 is expected in September or October for candidates who appeared for the Phase II examination on September 12. The result will be released on the official SBI website in PDF format, listing roll numbers of shortlisted candidates. Check the expected result date, steps to download the result, Phase III selection process and details of the 1,500 Probationary Officer vacancies.

View: India-China thaw faces major economic tests

India and China are working to improve their diplomatic relations following past military tensions over border disputes. Recent measures include relaxed restrictions on foreign direct investment and increased export activity from India to China. However, India's reliance on Chinese imports for critical industries poses significant challenges. The unequal economic relationship remains a concern for India's long-term strategies.