Caste count method in Census ‘misleading’: Congress letter to PM

Nepal Police put the toll at 157, while Chinese authorities reported three deaths and 265 people missing in Tibet’s Gyirong county. Nepal Police said 579 others — 466 foreigners from 28 countries and 113 Nepalis — remained untraced, including at least 133 Indians. Among the missing were at least 37 NRIs. Frighteningly, as many as 33 bodies were found 150km downstream at Chitwan, showing how far the dea-dly waters carried victims.

UN Committee on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination had “highlighted” in a report the increase in law enforcement operations targeting “Rohingya, Bengali-speaking Muslims, migrants and asylum-seekers, particularly following the 2017 home affairs order and the April 2025 Pahalgam attack in Kashmir”. Ministry of external affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said, “India rejects any politically motivated, highly malicious references in the report with all the cont

Govt had allowed duty-free import of 10 lakh tonnes of raw sugar and also allowed the processors to sell some refined sugar, which was meant for export only, in the domestic market. Officials and industry insiders said at least 3 lakh tonnes of processed sugar could come into the market quickly. The subsequent import of 10 lakh tonnes of raw sugar will help tide over any supply issue. Meanwhile, the ex-mill price of sugar has gone down by 20% in the past 10 days.

These included advancing consultations for an “early and substantial harvest” of boundary delimitation, setting up more meeting points and hotlines to improve border management, improving understanding of LAC and addressing the ground situation through diplomatic and military engagements, and expanding trans-border trade and river cooperation. The consensus was announced in a rare joint statement after the talks.

ustice Mehta, who also hails from Rajasthan HC, has accused Justice Sharma of lacking in leadership qualities and alleged there was maladministration and malpractice on both judicial and administrative sides of HC. CJI Kant told TOI that the matter can be resolved only as per the established mechanism. “The Supreme Court cannot allow individual complaints concerning judges to be determined through competing claims in the media,” he said.

“Terrorists often switch off such communication devices after contacting their handlers across the border,” said a source, adding that Iridium sets can be used on smartphones through the “Iridium GO!” mobile application, which creates a local Wi-Fi network that an iOS or Android phone can connect to. The operation continued until late Tuesday, but no satellite set or other suspicious material was found.

“Preliminary investigation led NCB to another resident of Baramulla, the suspected mastermind. He was traced and arrested in Leh on Aug 24. The seized drug, suspected to have been smuggled from Pakistan, entered India through the Uri border sector,” the NCB official said. “The probe will identify cross-border suppliers, financial links, transporters, local associates, and the intended distribution network,” the spokesperson added.

A fish controversy in Uttar Pradesh has highlighted the Nishad community's political significance.This community's vote has shifted loyalties and remains a key factor for parties.The BJP seeks to retain its OBC coalition while opposition parties try to gain support.Nishad leaders have historical ties to epic narratives and social justice movements.The 2027 elections will test alliances and demands for representation and livelihoods.

A fish controversy in Uttar Pradesh has highlighted the Nishad community's political significance.This community's vote has shifted loyalties and remains a key factor for parties.The BJP seeks to retain its OBC coalition while opposition parties try to gain support.Nishad leaders have historical ties to epic narratives and social justice movements.The 2027 elections will test alliances and demands for representation and livelihoods.

The BJP criticized Rahul Gandhi's "smash the patriarchy" remark, questioning its application within his party.BJP leader Bansuri Swaraj accused Gandhi of hypocrisy and lacking a positive agenda.She cited past Congress remarks against Kangana Ranaut and Hema Malini as examples.Gandhi's campaign focused on challenging patriarchal systems and empowering women's choices.He advocated for ending restrictions placed on women in Indian society.

In response to a surge in H1N1 and flu cases, Delhi schools are considering new safety protocols. Health Minister Pankaj Singh reassured the public, stating that the situation remains stable and should not instill panic. So far, Delhi has seen around three thousand influenza cases, with over two thousand attributed to H1N1. Hospitals are ready with adequate medical staff, medications, and isolation facilities to treat patients.

India called for collective international action to safeguard critical sea lanes and maritime infrastructure. Secure shipping routes are essential for uninterrupted movement of vital commodities globally. Conflicts and attacks on maritime routes threaten food and energy supplies worldwide. India stressed the need for unimpeded humanitarian access and objective supply chain assessments. Strengthening domestic agriculture and diversifying supply chains are crucial for food security.

Asaduddin Owaisi has openly criticized the RSS and BJP for their connections to the Manusmriti, questioning their true allegiance to the Indian Constitution adopted in 1949. He emphasized the valiant efforts of Muslim freedom fighters during the resistance against British colonialism and pointed out VD Savarkar's letters to the British while imprisoned. The ongoing discourse regarding Manusmriti's relevance and constitutional principles is growing more fervent by the day.