Breaking News HIGHLIGHTS: BJP's Meeting To Discuss Chhattisgarh Polls Underway At Shah's Residence

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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.BJP's 'Parivartan Yatra' In Poll-Bound Chhattisgarh To Begin TodayThe BJP will roll out its 'Parivartan Yatra' in Chhattisgarh on Tuesday, aiming to cover 87 out of the total 90 assembly constituencies in the poll-bound state to expose the Congress-led government's alleged corruption and highlight the Centre's public welfare schemes and policies.Union Home Minister Amit Shah will flag off the yatra after offering prayers at Maa Danteshwari temple in Dantewada (south Chhattisgarh) followed by a public rally there, a party functionary in Raipur said. The second 'Parivartan Yatra' will be flagged off by Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) president J P Nadda in Jashpur (north Chhattisgarh) on September 15, he said.Rajnath Singh To Open 90 BRO Projects TodayDefence Minister Rajnath Singh will inaugurate 90 infrastructure projects of the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) on Tuesday constructed under challenging weather conditions and at most inhospitable terrain locations. They have been constructed with an outlay of Rs 2,941 crore.In a ceremony organised by the BRO at Devak Bridge on the Bishnah-Kaulpur-Phulpur road in Jammu and Kashmir, the Defence Minister will inaugurate 22 roads, 63 bridges, the Nechiphu tunnel in Arunachal Pradesh, two airfields in West Bengal and two helipads.Court Orders On Naidu’s House Custody Petition TodayVijayawada ACB Court has posted to Tuesday orders on ‘house custody’ petition of former Andhra Pradesh chief minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, who is in judicial custody in alleged Skill Development scam. After hearing detailed arguments from both sides, the court adjourned the case to Tuesday.Naidu’s counsel Sidharth Luthra sought orders for ‘house custody’ of Chandrababu Naidu on the ground that he is Z plus category protectee and faces threat in jail. He expressed doubts over the measures taken for his security in the jail. He pointed out that convicts in serious crimes are lodged in the jail. Luthdra cited Supreme Court judgments for house custody in various six cases in supported of his arguments

12/09/2023 23:03:33

VHP Describes Monu Manesar As 'Innocent Gau-Bhakt'

The Vishva Hindu Parishad describes Monu Manesar as an "innocent gau-bhakt", accuses the Ashok Gehlot-led govt of getting him arrested ahead of state assembly polls with an eye on Muslim votes

12/09/2023 23:02:37

BJP's Meeting To Discuss Chhattisgarh Polls Underway At Shah's Residence

A meeting is underway at Union Home Minister Amit Shah's residence regarding the Chhattisgarh elections. Party President JP Nadda and leaders of Chhattisgarh BJP core group are present in the meeting.

12/09/2023 19:29:58

1 Jawan Killed, 3 Injured In Encounter At Jammu's Rajouri, 1 Terrorist Neutralised

One terrorist neutralised; One Army jawan lost his life, three others including one police SPO injured in the ensuing encounter in Rajouri district: ADGP Jammu Mukesh Singh

12/09/2023 17:55:28

TMC MP Nusrat Jahan's ED Questioning In Flat Scam Ends

12/09/2023 16:56:21

6 Hours On, TMC MP Nusrat Jahan's ED Questioning In Flat Scam Continues

It's been six hours since the Trinamool Congress MP and Bengali actor Nusrat Jahan's questioning before the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in Kolkata in connection with an alleged real estate scam case has been going on. 

12/09/2023 16:43:25

Bajrang Dal's Monu Manesar, Accused Of Inciting Violence In Nuh, Sent To 14 Days Of Judicial Custody

Bajrang Dal member Mohit Yadav, better known as Monu Manesar, was recently accused of inciting communal violence in Nuh and was sent to judicial custody for 14 days. 

12/09/2023 16:26:30

Encounter Starts In Narllah Area Of Rajouri District In Jammu Region

An encounter has broken out in Narllah area of district Rajouri in Jammu region: ADGP Jammu, Mukesh Singh

12/09/2023 15:23:23

'Peace In Satara District Now, Around 20 People Arrested': Maharashtra Minister Shambhuraj Desai

Maharashtra Minister Shambhuraj Desai says, "There is peace in Satara district now, we took immediate action against the unpleasant incident that happened here. Our SP & entire team reached the spot and prevented the further loss that could have happened. In the two incidents that happened, the case has been filed in one of the incidents & around 20 people have been arrested. The cybercrime team is looking into social media post that insight violence & action will be taken..."

12/09/2023 15:22:12

Madan Lal Raigar Appointed As Next Ambassador Of India To Republic Of Congo

Madan Lal Raigar appointed as the next Ambassador of India to the Republic of Congo: Ministry of External Affairs (MEA)

12/09/2023 13:43:37

No Such Proposal Under Consideration: Gadkari On Reports Of Addl 10% GST On Diesel Vehicles

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari clarifies that no proposal to levy 10 per cent GST on diesel vehicles is under consideration.

"There is an urgent need to clarify media reports suggesting an additional 10% GST on the sale of diesel vehicles. It is essential to clarify that there is no such proposal currently under active consideration by the government," he said.

"In line with our commitments to achieve Carbon Net Zero by 2070 and to reduce air pollution levels caused by hazardous fuels like diesel, as well as the rapid growth in automobile sales, it is imperative to actively embrace cleaner and greener alternative fuels. These fuels should be import substitutes, cost-effective, indigenous, and pollution-free," he added.

12/09/2023 13:39:37

They Think Locking HIm Up Will Weaken Him: NC Chief Farooq Abdullah On Chandrababu Naidu's Arrest

National Conference (NC) president Farooq Abdullah on Chandrababu Naidu's arrest:

"...They have arrested Chandrababu Naidu in Andhra Pradesh. I think this is a very wrong step. A leader is trying to strengthen his people before the election. They think that locking him up will weaken him. I would like to tell them that locking him up will further benefit him..."

12/09/2023 13:17:55

Dengue Cases Rise When Rains Increase: Karnataka Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao

Karnataka Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao on Dengue cases: "We are taking all precautionary measures. We did a review in our department and BBMP too. Whenever rains increase, normally in that period dengue cases increase for the next 2-3 months. Local authorities along with our health department officials have to coordinate and work..."

12/09/2023 13:16:37

Will Ask Finance Minister To Levy 10% Addl GST On Diesel Vehicles As...: Nitin Gadkari

Union Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari speaks on his proposed 10% additional GST on diesel vehicles as pollution tax:

"After 2014, 52% of the (number of) diesel vehicles reduced to 18%. Now that the automobile industry is growing, diesel vehicles shouldn't increase. You make decisions at your level so that diesel (vehicle) is reduced. If it wouldn't happen, then I would recommend to the Finance Minister that diesel is creating a lot of pollution so a 10% additional tax should be levied on it." 

12/09/2023 13:12:02

'Stand Clear, Water Is There But ...': Karnataka Dy CM Shivakumar On Cauvery Row

"The stand of Karnataka is very clear that we don't have water. Water is there, but we have to store it for drinking water and save for farmers' interest," says Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar on Cauvery water issue.

12/09/2023 12:44:16

SC Rejects Centre's Request To Defer Examaning Validity Of Sedition As New Law Is Pending

Supreme Court declines Centre’s request to defer examining the validity of the Sedition Law as the new law is pending for consideration before a standing committee.

12/09/2023 12:38:13

SC Agrees To Refer To Constituion Bench Pleas Challenging Criminalisation Of Sedition

Supreme Court agrees to refer a batch of pleas challenging Section 124A of the Indian Penal Code which criminalises the offence of sedition, to a Constitution bench of at least five judges.

12/09/2023 12:07:18

Congress Oberserves Meet Underway For All 29 Lok Sabha Seats In State In Bhopal

Madhya Pradesh: A meeting of Congress Observers for all 29 Lok Sabha seats in the state is underway at the residence of State Congress chief Kamal Nath in Bhopal. The meeting is being chaired by the party's general secretary K C Venugopal.

12/09/2023 12:03:40

I.N.D.I.A Bloc Formed To Finish Sanatan Dharma: BJP's Ravi Shankar Prasad Slams Oppn

Sanatan Dharma Row: BJP MP Ravi Shankar Prasad says, "DMK Education Minister Ponmudy's remark has come to light. There is a saying in English 'The cat is out of the bag'. What they thought has become clear. INDIA alliance has been formed to oppose and finish Sanatana Dharma...He said this at the same 'anti-Sanatana Dharma' event where CM Stalin's son compared Sanatana to dengue, malaria & A Raja called it "worse than AIDS"...Their hidden agenda is to do vote bank politics by opposing Sanatana Dharma...I ask Congress party and this alliance - Do they have the right to criticise deities of some other faith? Do they have the courage? Can they do it?...They stay silent on other religions but openly oppose Sanatana."

12/09/2023 12:01:56

MP Polls: Congress To Finalise Names Of Candidate In Screening Committe Meet Today Evening

The names of the candidates will be decided in the meeting of the screening committee for the assembly elections to be held in Madhya Pradesh this evening in Delhi.

The first list of candidates will be released by the last week of September. Kamal Nath, Digvijay Singh, in-charge Randeep Surjewala and Bhanwar Jitendra Singh will be included.

(Input: Ashish)

12/09/2023 11:50:59

Israel Top Court Opens Case Into Legality Of PM Netanyahu's Contentious Judicial Reform Plan

Israel's Supreme Court opens historic case into legality of Benjamin Netanyahu's contentious judicial overhaul plan, reports AP.

12/09/2023 11:44:04

Rajnath Singh Arrives In Jammu To Inaugurate Projects Developed By BRO

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh arrives in Jammu to inaugurate infrastructure projects developed by the Border Roads Organisation (BRO). Lt Governor Manoj Sinha receives him.

12/09/2023 11:42:09

Land For Job Scam: CBI Tells Court Sanctions Against Lalu Yadav Recieved, Pending For 3 Railway Officials

Land For Job Scam Case: CBI has informed Delhi's Rouse Avenue Court that the sanctions against former Union Railway Minister Lalu Prasad Yadav have been obtained from the Home Ministry in relation to a fresh chargesheet in an alleged Land for Job Scam case.

However, the sanctions against the three railway officials are yet to be received, it added. The central agency has submitted that the remaining sanctions are expected to be received within a week

The matter is listed for further hearing on September 21.

12/09/2023 11:49:42

ED Raids Underway At Premises Of S Ramachandran In TN Who Holds A Sand Mining Contract In State

ED raid underway at the residence of S Ramachandran in Tamil Nadu's Pudukkottai. He holds a sand mining contract in the state.  

ED also raiding locations in Anna Nagar, Mylapore and Teynampet areas of Chennai.

12/09/2023 11:06:59

Chakki Mor On Shimla-Chandigarh Highway To Remai Closed From 11 AM-1PM Today For Maintenance

Himachal Pradesh Traffic Update:

Himachal Traffic, Tourist & Railways Police shares a post on X: "Chakki Mor on Shimla-Chandigarh Highway will be closed for all types of vehicular movement from 11 am to 1 pm today for maintenance. NHAI team said that it is being closed for maintenance."

12/09/2023 11:03:22

Rumours Of Admitting Dharmyoddha Misleading: VHP Says 'Hindu Jagran' Yatra Will Highlight Issues Of Hindus

VHP leader Vinod Bansal speaks on VHP's Shaurya Jagran Yatra:

"The rumours of admitting 'Dharmyoddha' are misleading. This is a Yatra of the 'Hindu Jagran'. It is a 'Jan Jagran' for the Hindu society...The issues related to Hindutva will be highlighted...This Yatra will be held between Oct 30-Nov 14..." 

12/09/2023 10:57:16

ED Searches Premises Of Sand Mining Contractors In TN Over Large-Scale Tax Evasion Allegations

ED officials launch simultaneous searches across Tamil Nadu on allegations of large-scale tax evasion in the sale of sand mined from riverbeds. Searches at the office/residence of major sand mining contractors underway. Details awaited.

12/09/2023 10:53:52

TMC MP Nusrat Jahan Arrives At ED's Kolkata Office In Real Estate 'Cheating' Case

TMC MP and actress Nusrat Jahan arrives at the ED office in Kolkata.

The agency summoned her regarding a complaint filed by a group of senior citizens accusing a real estate company of cheating by promising them flats in the New Town of Kolkata. The MP is a former director of the company, according to the complaint, reported ANI.

12/09/2023 10:16:14

Priyanka Gandhi Arrives In Himachal's Kullu To Take Stock Of Situation In Flood-Affected Areas

Congress general secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra arrives in Kullu, Himachal Pradesh to take stock of the situation in the flood-affected area and assess the damage there.

12/09/2023 10:12:06

'Political Conspiracy: TDP Over Ex-Andhra CM Naidu's Arrest, Says CM Jagan Reddy Is Political Criminal

TDP leader Buchaiah Chowdary on former Andhra CM Chandrababu Naidu's arrest:

"...There is no illegal activity in the process. Still, they sent him (N Chandrababu Naidu) to jail...They sent him to jail under a political conspiracy. Jagan Mohan Reddy is a political criminal...It (case) is not maintainable. He may get bail anytime. It is illegal. People are with Chandrababu. Everybody knows that he is an honest person..."

12/09/2023 10:10:19

Harayan CM Meets Family Of Man Killed During Nuh Violence

Haryana CM Manohar Lal Khattar met the family of Abhishek, who was killed in the recent violence in Nuh. He met them at their residence earlier this morning.

12/09/2023 09:49:42

I.N.D.I.A Bloc's Campaign Committee Meet Postponed

I.N.D.I.A alliance's campaign committee meet, which was to be held today, has been postponed.

 

(Input from Jainendra)

12/09/2023 09:45:33

Bengal CM Mamata Leaves For Spain For 3-Day Business Summit

West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee leaves for Madrid, Spain to participate in a three-day business summit.

12/09/2023 09:43:27

'PoK Will Merge With India On Its Own': Union Min Says Wait For Some Time

Union Minister Gen VK Singh (Retd.) has said that PoK will merge with India on its own, adding "wait for some time".

12/09/2023 09:41:24

'This Is Modi Govt, You Will Not Be Spared If You Cheat': BJP On ED Summons To TMC MP Nusrat Jahan

BJP State Secretary Agnimitra Paul says, "This is the Modi Government, you can be a chief minister, a politician or a film star, but you will not be spared if you cheat people... Retired people gave crores of rupees of their life savings to Nusrat Jahan to get a flat. They got neither the flat nor the money. The investigation is underway, if there is proof, Nusrat Jahan will be punished."

Trinamool MP Nusrat Jahan has been summoned by ED today, regarding a complaint filed by a group of senior citizens accusing a real estate company of cheating by promising them flats in the New Town of Kolkata. TMC MP Nusrat Jahan is a former director of the company, according to the complaint.

12/09/2023 09:39:29

Man Arrested After Violence Clashes In UP's Ghaziabad Over Loan Issue

An argument over a financial transaction led to violent clashes between two groups in UP's Ghaziabad on Monday night. A Scorpio car belonging to one of the two groups was vandalised in the scuffle. 

Swatantra Kumar Singh, ACP Ghaziabadsaid, "Khoda Police Station received information about the scuffle between two men. A person named Afzal had given some money as loan to one Dilawar Malik, which was the cause of the argument. Members from Afzal's group pelted stones on the Scorpio belonging to Dilawar's group. Afzal was arrested immediately."

12/09/2023 09:05:59

Congress Screening Committee For MP To Meet Today Evening At Congress War Room In Delhi

Congress Screening Committee for Madhya Pradesh to meet today evening at the Congress War Room in Delhi.

12/09/2023 08:35:57

Bengaluru Bandh: 13 Cases Registered, 12 Arrested For Violating Law And Order During Protest

Bengaluru Bandh: 13 cases registered in Bengaluru and 12 people were arrested for violating the law and order while protesting in Bengaluru yesterday during 'Bandh' called by Private Transport Association.

12/09/2023 08:34:08

4 Bodies Recovered After Vehicle Hit By Boulder On NH-44 In Jammu And Kashmir

One vehicle reportedly hit by a boulder at Wagan Banihal on NH 44 in Jammu and Kashmir. Ramban Deputy Commissioner says four bodies were recovered and all of them have been shifted to SDH Banihal.

12/09/2023 08:14:24

Cauvery Water Regulation Committee Meeting Today In Delhi

Cauvery Water Row: Cauvery Water Regulation Committee's meeting is to be held in New Delhi today. Karnataka has decided to convince the authorities that there is no water to release to Tamil Nadu.

12/09/2023 08:05:38

Kim Jong Un Departs Fo Russia, Confirms North Korean State Media: Report

North Korean state media confirms leader Kim Jong Un departed for Russia, reports AP.

12/09/2023 08:04:14

'On What Basis': Chhattisgarh CM Baghel On J&K LG's Remark On China Encroaching Indian Land

Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel reacts to the statement of Ladakh Lieutenant Governor Brigadier BD Mishra (retd)

"It has been continuously said that China has encroached on India's border and grabbed land. On what basis the Lieutenant Governor is saying this is beyond our understanding...but this news is making rounds continuously and nowadays everything is visible through satellite."

12/09/2023 08:01:37

Maha Police Says 23 Detained In Satara Violence, Appeals To Citizens To Ignore Rumours

Kolhapur Special IG Sunil Phulari on Satara violence incident:

"There was some objectionable comment posted on a social media account of the one suspected person. He was being interrogated at the checkpost when suddenly some youth mob gathered and tried to damage public property. Some vehicles were put on fire. In this incident, some ten people of the group were injured. One succumbed to injuries during this. Offence has been registered under the stringent sections of the IPC. Total 23 suspected accused were taken into custody. Regarding the objectionable social media post offence has been registered and it is being investigated. A thorough investigation is being done by the Satara District Police." 

"We appeal to the citizens in general not to fall prey to any mischievous post and any rumours. There are prohibitory orders issued in the Satara district. Internet closure orders had been issued for two days. So in general there is at present total control over the situation and it is now normal. Our watch will continue for the future time, force deployment for the precautions deployment is adequate. We have provided adequate police officers and staff from the adjoining districts of the Satara and there have been deployments of armed guards and mobile patrolling in Satara district," he added.

12/09/2023 07:58:42

2,000 Feared Drowned After Libyan City By Massive Storm Floods

Nearly 2,000 feared drowned after Libyan city of Derna hit by ‘catastrophic’ storm floods, reports The Guardian.

12/09/2023 07:40:03

Rajasthan CM Gehlot Will Not Attend Chambal Riverfront Inauguration Today Due To 'Unforeseen Circumstances'

In a post on X, Rajasthan CM Ashok Gehlot said that he will not be able to attend the inauguration event of the Chambal Riverfront today, 12th September due to unforeseen circumstances.

12/09/2023 07:24:49

Bill Gates Laus G20 Consensus On Digital Public Infrastructure, Hail PM Modi

Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates hails PM Modi for 100 per cent consensus on G20 New Delhi Leaders' Declaration.

"The #G20 reached a groundbreaking consensus on the role of digital public infrastructure as a critical accelerator of the Sustainable Development Goals. I'm optimistic about the potential of DPI to support a safer, healthier, and more just world. Kudos to PM Narendra Modi," he said in a post on X.

12/09/2023 07:18:39

4.4 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Andaman Sea Early Morning Today

A 4.4 magnitude earthquake hit Andaman Sea at 03:39 am today, as per National Center for Seismology.

12/09/2023 07:11:47

US To Swap Prisoners With Iran, Release USD 6 Billion In Frozen Iranian Funds

US President Joe Biden's administration has cleared the way for the release of five American citizens detained in Iran by issuing a blanket waiver for international banks to transfer $6 billion in frozen Iranian money. They also agreed to release five Iranian citizens, reports The Associated Press.