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Breaking News HIGHLIGHTS: Hello and welcome to the breaking news live blog, please follow this space for all the latest updates and breaking news from India and around the world.Rajya Sabha Chairman Dhankhar to Hoist National Flag at New Parliament BuildingVice President and Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar is scheduled to hoist the national flag at the new Parliament building on Sunday. The flag hoisting ceremony will take place one day ahead of the five-day Parliament session commencing on Monday, which may witness parliamentary proceedings shifting from the old to the adjacent new building, news agency PTI reported.According to the Lok Sabha Secretariat, Dhankhar will raise the flag atop the Gaja Dwar of the new Parliament building. Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla will be in attendance, along with Parliamentary Affairs Minister Pralhad Joshi, Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman Harivansh, Union Ministers of State for Parliamentary Affairs Arjun Ram Meghawal and V Muraleedharan, as well as leaders from various parties in Rajya Sabha and Lok Sabha.Congress President and Leader of Opposition in Rajya Sabha, Mallikarjun Kharge, has expressed disappointment over receiving the invitation for the flag hoisting function quite late and stated that he would not be able to attend.Amit Shah to Attend 'Hyderabad Liberation Day' Celebration Union Home Minister Amit Shah is set to attend the 'Hyderabad Liberation Day' celebration, commemorating the day when the erstwhile princely state of Hyderabad merged with the Indian Union on September 17, 1948. The event will take place at the Parade Grounds in the city and is being organized by the central government. This marks the second consecutive year of Shah's participation, with last year's celebration being the first official event organized by the Centre.Telangana is gearing up for a day of bustling political activity tomorrow. The Telangana government will host an official function to observe September 17 as 'National Integration Day,' with Chief Minister K Chandrasekhar Rao scheduled to attend. The AIMIM (All India Majlis-e-Ittehad-ul-Muslimeen), led by Asaduddin Owaisi, will organize a 'Tiranga bike rally' followed by a public meeting on Sunday evening to commemorate 'National Integration Day.'Meanwhile, the Congress is currently holding its Working Committee (CWC) meeting in the city today, with an extended working committee meeting planned for Sunday. The party will host a public meeting at Tukkuguda on the city outskirts on Sunday evening, during which they will unveil their 'guarantees' for the upcoming Assembly polls in Telangana.It's worth noting that September 17 holds different significance for various political parties in Telangana. The BJP celebrates the day as 'Telangana Liberation Day,' commemorating the region's freedom from the erstwhile Nizam rule.

17/09/2023 23:08:12

6 members of family held for proceeding towards Home Minister Amit Shah's residence without authorisation: Delhi Police

 The Delhi Police on Sunday apprehended six members of a family, who were on their way to Union Home Minister Amit Shah's residence on Krishna Menon Marg.Deputy Commissioner of Police (New Delhi) Pranav Tayal said information was received that six members of a family were proceeding towards Krishna Menon Marg without proper authorisation.A police team, on receiving the information, reached the area and while these people were looking for the location, apprehended them in a timely manner to avert any incident, the DCP said. Further action in accordance with law has been taken, he added. (PTI)

17/09/2023 22:39:35

Breaking News Live: Ukraine Says Its Forces Took Control Of Klishchiivka Near Bakhmut

Ukraine says its forces take control of Klishchiivka near Bakhmut, AFP reported

17/09/2023 17:08:17

All-Party Meeting Underway At Parliament Library Building Ahead Of Special Session

17/09/2023 16:55:20

Floor Leaders Of I.N.D.I.A Bloc To Meet At 10 AM Tomorrow

 Floor leaders of INDIA bloc parties are to meet at 10 am tomorrow at the office of Rajya Sabha LoP in Parliament House, to chalk out the strategy for the Floor of the House, ANI reported. 

17/09/2023 14:55:01

Breaking News Live: Haryana CM Khattar Visits Residence Of Martyred Major Ashish Dhonak

Haryana CM Manohar Lal Khattar visits the residence of Major Ashish Dhonak who lost his life during an encounter with terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag.

17/09/2023 13:38:09

Breaking News Live: Kim Jong Un Leaves Russia After A Rare Summit

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un leaves Russia after meeting President Vladimir Putin in a rare summit between the two leaders.

17/09/2023 13:25:42

Congress MLA Mamman Khan Sent To 2-Day Police Remand In Nuh Violence Case

Arrested Haryana Congress MLA Mamman Khan has been sent to police remand for 2 days in Nuh violence case. 

17/09/2023 12:52:37

Incidental Discharge Of Weapon Kills One Army Personnel In Bandipora, Accused Detained. Say Police

There has been an accidental discharge of a weapon resulting in one fatal casualty and one injury to army personnel. Accused army personnel has been detained. Necessary legal action has been initiated, says Jammu and Kashmir police Bandipora.

17/09/2023 12:13:25

Breaking News Live: Chinar Corps Commander Visits Forward Area In Uri

Chinar Corps Commander Lt Gen Rajiv Ghai visited the forward area in Uri Sector Baramulla to review the anti-Infiltration & counter terrorist grid along the LoC. He complimented troops for the successful conduct of Op Khanda in which three terrorists were eliminated yesterday, say Indian Army officials. 

17/09/2023 11:54:25

Breaking News Live: BSF Apprehends Smuggler Disguised As Farmer In Bengal

BSF apprehends a smuggler, disguised as a farmer, with illegal arms including 1 country pistol, 2 magazines and 5 live rounds at the India-Bangladesh border from West Bengal's North 24 Paraganas district. 

The arrested smuggler was identified as Ali Mandal of Patkelgachha village of North 24 Parganas district. The accomplice of the arrested accused, Lalim Mandal managed to escape.
 

17/09/2023 11:36:38

Breaking News Live: 'Only Agenda Is That I.N.D.I.A. Has To Win': Karnataka Dy CM DK Shivakumar

On CWC meeting, Karnataka Dy CM D K Shivakumar says," The only agenda is that INDIA has to win...The Congress Party in Telangana has to win...There is no other agenda..."

17/09/2023 11:27:17

Breaking News Live: PM Modi Inaugurates Extension Of Delhi Airport Metro Express Line

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurates the extension of Delhi Airport Metro Express line from Dwarka Sector 21 to a new metro station ‘YashoBhoomi Dwarka Sector 25’.

17/09/2023 11:08:11

Congress CWC Meet Begins In Hyderabad For Day 2

The second day of the Congress Working Committee (CWC) meeting begins in Hyderabad, Telangana.

17/09/2023 10:46:46

No Govt Celebrated 'Hyderabad Liberation Day' In 75 Years: Union Home Minister Amit Shah

No govt in past 75 years celebrated historic 'Hyderabad Liberation Day,' says Union Home Minister Amit Shah in Hyderabad.

17/09/2023 10:45:08

CBI Arrests Secy To CMD Of Bridge & Roof Company, 6 Others In Bribery Case Of Rs 19.96 Lakhs

Central Bureau of Investigation has arrested seven accused including a Proprietor of a Private Company, Private Persons, Executive Secretary to the CMD of  Bridge & Roof Company (India) Ltd (a Public Servant) in an alleged bribery of Rs 19.96 lakhs. Searches were conducted at different locations including Kolkata, Delhi, Noida, Mumbai, Nagpur, Rajkot and others at the premises of the accused which led to the recovery of several incriminating documents, digital evidence and cash of Rs 26.60 lakhs (approx): CBI

17/09/2023 10:04:18

Breaking News Live: Rahul Gandhi, Mallikarjun Kharge Skip Flag Hoisting Event At New Parliament Building

On Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi's absence from the hoisting of the national flag at Gaja Dwar, the New Building of Parliament, Congress MP Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury says, "If I am not useful here, tell me I will leave...Concentrate on those who are present here... I am here, does it not suffice the media people..."

17/09/2023 09:54:32

Breaking News Live: 'We Don't Know Agenda For 18th Or Other Days': Congress On Special Parliament Session

"The session on 18th (September) will be held in the old Parliament building, but from 19th (September) onwards, the session will be shifted to the new Parliament building. (However), we don't know the agenda for 18th or other days," says Congress leader Kodikunnil Suresh on Special Session of Parliament.

17/09/2023 09:38:38

Breaking News Live: Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar Hoists National Flag At New Parliament Building

Rajya Sabha Chairman and Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar hoists the national flag at Gaj Dwar, the New Building of Parliament.

17/09/2023 09:26:37

Breaking News Live: Amit Shah Participates In 'Liberation Day' Celebrations In Hyderabad

Union Home minister Amit Shah takes part in 'Liberation Day' celebrations in Hyderabad, Telangana. 

17/09/2023 08:52:20

Breaking News Live: Gates Of Indira Sagar, Omkareshwar Dam Opened As Precautionary Measure As Rain Batters MP

Gates of Indira Sagar Dam and Omkareshwar Dam have been opened as a precautionary measure in Madhya Pradesh's Khandwa amid inclement weather. 

17/09/2023 08:38:05

Breaking News Live: Fire Breaks Out At A Hotel In Mussourie

Fire breaks out at Sidus Rink Hotel in Uttarakhand's Mussoorie, reports PTI. Several fire tenders rushed to the spot. More details are awaited.

17/09/2023 08:22:25

Breaking News Live: Maharshtra Govt Issues Notification To Change Names On Revenue Divisions Of Aurangabad, Osmanabad

The Maharashtra government issued a notification to change the names of Aurangabad and Osmanabad Revenue Divisions to Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar and Dharashiv Revenue Divisions respectively, says Chief Minister's Office. 

17/09/2023 08:21:01

Breaking News Live: MP's Pashupatinath Temple Inundated With Heavy Rainfall

Pashupatinath Temple in Mandsaur, Madhya Pradesh inundated due to heavy rainfall.

17/09/2023 08:19:42

Breaking News Live: Operation Underway In Forest Area In Jammu Kashmir's Anantnag

An operation is underway in the forest area of Kokernag in Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag after three security officers were killed in a gunfight in the area this week. 

17/09/2023 08:02:50

Breaking News Live: PM Modi Greets Nation On Vishwakarma Jayanti

PM Modi greets nation on Vishwakarma Jayantui, says, "Many many congratulations to all your family members on the birth anniversary of Lord Vishwakarma. On this occasion, I wholeheartedly salute all the craftsmen and creators who are taking innovation in the society forward with their dedication, talent and hard work."

17/09/2023 07:28:20

Breaking News Live: Several Guajrat Villages Along Narmada River Put On Alert

Several villages along the Narmada River were put on alert in the districts of Narmada, Bharuch and Vadodara after gates of Sardar Sarovar Narmada dam in Kevadia Colony were opened to release water.

17/09/2023 07:23:22

Breaking News Live: MP CM Chairs Meeting Over Incessant Rainfall, Several Villages Put On Alert In Gujarat

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan chaired meeting to review the situation of incessant rainfall in the state. 

"I am in touch with the collectors & other officials of the affected areas -Khargone, Barwani, Dhar, Khandwa, Burhanpur, Alirajpur and Indore due to heavy rainfall...The situation is under control. NDRF & SDRF teams are present at the spot...If need be we have decided to call the teams of Airforce & Army...We are hoping that by morning the level of water may reduce...We are continuously monitoring the situation & necessary steps are being taken," he said.