Meta claims it acted on 5.3 million child abuse content in India, over 98% found proactively

Meta also said it had introduced additional measures to strengthen efforts to combat child sexual exploitation on its platforms. The latest disclosure comes after the government had told Meta that it could not continue to invoke its intermediary status and needed to take greater responsibility for child sexual abuse material on its platforms. Meta had admitted to lapses in dealing with child sexual abuse material.

India and South Africa are joining forces to protect medicinal plants and ensure future biodiversity. Experts are increasingly worried about the soaring demand for these plants and the environmental challenges jeopardizing their existence. Moreover, unsustainable harvesting practices contribute to the depletion of these crucial resources. By deepening cooperation in traditional medicine, both nations aim to support public health, preserving critical knowledge and cultivation methods of medicinal

The Supreme Court addressed the controversy surrounding the new Form 6 used for voter registration. It clarified that it had not approved changes to the declaration regarding electoral rolls. The court's remarks arose during a hearing on the functioning of the Election Commission of India. Concerns were raised over the legality of the changes introduced in Form 6. The Supreme Court will further examine this issue in October.

Congress and left-wing organizations are currently staging protests in Delhi against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Despite a Supreme Court dismissal of their petition for his removal, Rahul Gandhi continues to lead these protests. Gandhi's actions have been criticized as immature and lacking political understanding during these demonstrations. His tactics appear to be aimed at gaining publicity, which has affected his public standing negatively.

In a passionate speech to voters in Azamgarh, Asaduddin Owaisi called on minority communities to pursue political autonomy and take charge of their own representation. He criticized the loyalty to long-established parties like Congress and SP, arguing they have failed to advocate for minority rights. Owaisi also examined the historical connections between Nehru and minority leaders, questioning whether current parties genuinely empower these groups.

During a government event in Chennai, PM Modi and CM Vijay inaugurated significant projects worth approximately Rs 13,000 crore. The gathering was briefly disrupted when supporters displayed placards promoting Vijay as the next Prime Minister. PM Modi emphasized the importance of cooperative federalism and vowed to continue supporting Tamil Nadu's development. Vijay called for the release of central funds and sought approval for additional infrastructure projects.

India's national highway system has undergone remarkable enhancements, reducing two-lane stretches to only 8%. In the past nine years, high-speed corridors have expanded over twelve times. Officials note that newer expressways allow trucks to travel significantly faster than traditional highways. Plans include constructing about 51,000 kilometers of access-controlled corridors in the next ten years, aiming to boost transport efficiency and cut logistics expenses across the nation.

During a media interaction, CPI(M) Rajya Sabha MP John Brittas detailed an incident where he was allegedly assaulted by the Delhi Police while protesting for the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. He has demanded an independent investigation into the matter, highlighting serious breaches of constitutional rights. This incident has triggered widespread protests in the national capital, leading to over 200 detentions as citizens rally against the Election Commission.

The breakthrough comes as part of a wider, intensified crackdown on narcotics trafficking across the North Eastern region. Acting on intelligence inputs, NCB smeuths intercepted two suspicious trucks in Guwahati. A search of the vehicles uncovered specially fabricated concealed cavities cleverly built inside the fuel tanks -- a sophisticated method designed to evade law enforcement checkpoints. Officers recovered the massive consignment of methamphetamine on the spot. Both arrested suspects are

Sachin Pilot expressed confidence in Congress regaining power in Punjab with an absolute majority in upcoming elections. He emphasized the loss of public faith in the Aam Aadmi Party government and the desire for change. Newly appointed Punjab Congress president Pargat Singh called for collective action to address the state's challenges. Former chief minister Charanjit Singh Channi highlighted issues such as corruption and drug abuse under the AAP administration.

On Sunday, several protesters were detained by Goa Police during a demonstration targeting chief election commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Noteworthy individuals, including Ferdin Rebello, the former chief justice of Allahabad high court, were not allowed to enter the protest area. Instead, demonstrators gathered outside the Goa Police headquarters, demanding Gyanesh Kumar's resignation due to alleged electoral roll irregularities, raising alarms about citizens' rights to peaceful assembly.

Delhi Police released a video showing Abhijeet Dipke being informed of his grandmother's passing during detention. Prime Minister Modi pledged ongoing support for Tamil Nadu's infrastructure projects worth Rs 13,000 crore. An IndiGo flight from Delhi to Chennai made an emergency landing in Hyderabad after smoke was detected from a passenger's power bank. A scuffle erupted at the UP Congress office ahead of Aradhana Mishra's takeover as state president.

Delhi Police released a video showing officers informing Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke about his grandmother’s death in detention and offering help with travel arrangements for her last rites, which he declined. The release followed his mother’s allegation that police had failed to inform him. Dipke was detained ahead of a proposed protest demanding Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar’s resignation and later released on an undertaking to maintain publ

Delhi Police released a video showing officers informing Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke about his grandmother’s death in detention and offering help with travel arrangements for her last rites, which he declined. The release followed his mother’s allegation that police had failed to inform him. Dipke was detained ahead of a proposed protest demanding Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar’s resignation and later released on an undertaking to maintain publ