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Which Dabur products are banned from using 'misleading' 100% claims? Full list
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TMC loses 2 chairships to BJP, rebel faction in major parliamentary panel reshuffle
2 independent outlets filed on this story, over about 19 hours and the engine has placed it on the india desk. Recurring across the coverage: TMC, BJP, Dola Sen.
‘Delay in inducting new fighter jets hurting IAF’: Air Chief Marshal AP Singh highlights need for strengthening IAF
The head of the Indian Air Force said a delay in inducting new fighter aircraft is damaging the service. He said India needs to produce up to 40 aircraft a year to prevent a reduction in combat squadrons.
Uttarakhand: Landslide damages bridge in Pithoragarh, Dharchula-Gunji traffic closed
A landslide has damaged a bridge in Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand. The bridge is part of the route that carries traffic between Dharchula and Gunji.
‘Uncertainty now a standing condition of international economy’, says finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman; highlights India's economic resilience
India’s finance minister said uncertainty is now a persistent feature of the international economy while highlighting the country's economic resilience.
'Mahapralaya, no chance of survival': Silkyara rescuer Arnold Dix on Nepal’s Chilime disaster
2 independent outlets filed on this story, over about 13 hours and the engine has placed it on the india desk. Recurring across the coverage: Arnold Dix, Chilime, Mahapralaya.

Nasa invites Isro to join Moon Base program under Artemis Accords
The US space agency has invited India's space agency to join its Moon Base programme within the Artemis Accords framework. The invitation came during a joint working group meeting between the two organisations.
Skymet raises drought risk, cuts monsoon forecast to 85% of LPA
2 independent outlets filed on this story, within two hours and the engine has placed it on the india desk. Recurring across the coverage: LPA, Indian.
Watch: Vande Bharat Express clocks nearly 100km/h on world's highest Chenab rail bridge in J&K
2 independent outlets filed on this story, over about 16 hours and the engine has placed it on the india desk. Recurring across the coverage: Chenab, Vande Bharat Express, Banihal.
Man sentenced to 10 years for possessing 2.04 kg of opium
An investigation has intensified into food businesses, with some facing licence suspensions over hygiene and safety concerns.

Dumping of boulders into Geddai stream in Nilgiris under probe
The dumping of boulders into the Geddai stream in the Nilgiris is under investigation.
Rajasthan municipal election results LIVE: BJP leads in Jaipur, Udaipur, Kota; Congress ahead in Jodhpur, Pali
2 independent outlets filed on this story, over about 17 hours and the engine has placed it on the india desk. Recurring across the coverage: BJP, Jaipur, Jodhpur.

Madhya Pradesh air ambulances, launched in 2024, served 159 people, 32 had BJP links
An air ambulance service launched in Madhya Pradesh in 2024 has been used by 159 patients. State health officials confirm that 32 of those flown were affiliated with the ruling party.

Man who posed as Rapido driver to approach Hyderabad woman gets two-day jail term
A man who impersonated a Rapido driver to approach a woman in Hyderabad has been jailed for two days. The case involved a false pretext to gain proximity to the victim.
Telangana’s 23 MPs spend only ₹94 crore of ₹394.8 crore
A scheme providing breakfasts to government primary school students has been expanded. It now covers more students and has been renamed after a political figure.
Barapullah Ph-III ripple effect: Siddharth Extension residents lose key route to south, central Delhi after loop closure
Residents of Siddharth Extension in Delhi have lost a key route to the city's south and central areas. The closure of a loop on the Barapullah corridor has forced them onto a narrow alternative road.
The ‘proud Assamese’ from other States
The Chief Minister of Assam has urged people living in Assam whose ancestors came from other States to declare Assamese as their mother tongue in the ongoing Census.
Hours before planned hunger strike, IIT-B student's parents 'forcibly' taken away from Mumbai
The parents of an IIT-Bombay student who allegedly died by suicide were reportedly taken from the campus in a private car before a scheduled hunger strike.
Maharashtra CM Fadnavis announces legislation for land tokenisation
Maharashtra will introduce a law for blockchain-based land tokenisation. The announcement was made by the state's chief minister at a fintech event.

3 states, 3 bypolls: All eyes on PK, Ashutosh Tiwari as Bankipur, Datia, Manjalpur await verdict on Monday
Three assembly by-elections in three states will see results declared on Monday, with attention on PK and Ashutosh Tiwari. Voting has taken place for the Bankipur, Datia and Manjalpur seats.
‘She is in jail’: How Jaipur man, son covered up a murder; her body was in well
A Jaipur man and his son have allegedly murdered a woman and disposed of her body in a well. The two men had claimed the woman was incarcerated in jail to conceal her death.
Centre halves sugar stock limit for dealers to 2,000 quintals from Sept 15
2 independent outlets filed on this story, over about 32 days and the engine has placed it on the national desk. Recurring across the coverage: Yadgir.
Drop Shot Ep.7 | Vijay’s Co-Star, Nepal Flavours, Bonda Weaving & Hyderabad Chocolate Bar
A newspaper aligned with the DMK party has criticized the Tamil Nadu chief minister and an actress over their conduct at a public ceremony.
SCO must work unitedly to dismantle terror ecosystem: PM Modi
A pilot saved a flydubai flight after his co-pilot allegedly attempted a crash. The captain was stabbed but opened the cockpit door, allowing passengers to restrain the attacker.

Despite uptick in July rainfall, Kharif sowing remains below 2025 levels
Despite an uptick in July rainfall, kharif sowing across the country remains below last year's level. The delayed onset of the monsoon and uneven rain distribution have weighed on planting decisions.
Ram Temple trust may finalise new CEO today, 3 names recommended
The trust that administers the Ram Temple will likely decide on a new CEO on Wednesday. A panel submitted three recommended candidates after reviewing thousands of applications.
PM Modi meets Iran's Pezeshkian at SCO; discusses West Asia war, trade expansion
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Odisha to develop Laxmanananda Saraswati’s birthplace as heritage village: Majhi
2 independent outlets filed on this story, over about 7 hours and the engine has placed it on the india desk. Recurring across the coverage: Odisha, Laxmanananda Saraswati, VHP.
‘Between Pakistan and US': CM Omar Abdullah on Pak summoning US diplomat over Sergio Gor's J&K remark
Pakistan summoned a US diplomat over remarks by the US ambassador to India about Jammu and Kashmir. A political leader in Jammu and Kashmir commented on the diplomatic move, saying it was a matter for those two…

Those who stole ‘Ram Dhan’ won’t be allowed by Lord Ram to win polls, says Akhilesh Yadav
A political leader claimed that those who stole donations made for a religious temple would be barred from winning elections.
Dilapidated Jaipur school where CJP workers were attacked demolished; new building soon
A dilapidated government school building in Jaipur, where Cockroach Janta Party workers had been attacked during a visit, has been demolished. The party described the demolition as a victory for its campaign.
'Undermined regional security': India condemns Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia
India has issued a condemnation of attacks on Saudi Arabia carried out by the Houthi group. The government's statement describes the assaults as having undermined security in the region.
HT Evening Brief Sept 9: India condemns Houthi attacks on Saudi; Kohli, Rohit's World Cup participation uncertain
An Indian pilot was attacked by his co-pilot during a flydubai flight on Wednesday. He sustained stab wounds but managed to open the cockpit door, enabling others to subdue the assailant.
UN needs to focus on stopping and preventing wars to fight climate change
Multiple independent sources report varied regulatory actions across India concerning pharmaceutical practices and environmental compliance.
Mamata reaches out to TMC veteran Akhil Giri as it weighs local face for Nandigram bypoll
A party leader has held talks with a veteran colleague, fuelling speculation she is a candidate for an upcoming by-election. The leader spoke to the veteran by phone and asked for a meeting.

How Saudi-Pakistan-Turkey pact casts a terror shadow over Delhi
A student association has supported a protest planned for September 5 in Delhi, where participants will demand the withdrawal of legal cases filed against students.
Fugitive Harnek Singh deported to India from US after evading trial since 2013
An Indian news report claimed two election commissioners objected at least 14 times over ten months, saying decisions were made in the commission's name without their knowledge.
‘Better to disband UP Police': SC pulls up cops after accused caught on spot marked ‘unknown’ in FIR
The Supreme Court criticised Uttar Pradesh police after a woman handed over a suspect and the FIR recorded the accused as unknown. The court said such conduct erodes public trust.

'CJP stands with all students': Dipke backs Jharkhand students protesting JPSC, JSSC exam irregularities
Dipke has backed students in Jharkhand who are demonstrating against alleged irregularities in JPSC and JSSC exams. He said the CJP stands with all students and supports their demands.

FCRA legislation will apply to all faiths equally, bolster transparency: Indian Ambassador to US Vinay Kwatra
Indian Ambassador to the US Vinay Kwatra said proposed changes to foreign funding laws will apply uniformly to all religious groups.