18th IDSFFK Opens Amid Censor Exemption Standoff Over 31 Films
The 18th International Documentary and Short Film Festival of Kerala has begun with 31 films still awaiting censor exemption from the Union I&B Ministry.
Polity & Governance
Yadgir DC orders FIRs against fake doctors, illegal clinics
Yadgir Deputy Commissioner Rahul Pandve has directed health officials to file FIRs against fake doctors and unauthorised hospitals, and to tighten enforcement of KPME, PC-PNDT, MTP and tobacco control rules.
Karnataka to Double Pourakarmika Refreshment Allowance, Announces CM Shivakumar
Karnataka will raise the refreshment allowance for pourakarmikas from ₹35 to ₹70 and set up a Cabinet sub-committee to address their demands, CM D.K. Shivakumar said.
Human Rights Commission Issues Notices Over Stray Dog Menace in Thiruvananthapuram
The State Human Rights Commission has registered a case and issued notices to the Local Self-Government department and the Thiruvananthapuram Corporation over the stray dog menace.
Madiga leaders in Karnataka condemn Dalit atrocities, seek stronger safeguards
Madiga leaders in Karnataka condemned recent caste-based violence and untouchability, urging the state to protect Dalits and act against assailants.
BJP wins Jaipur, Jodhpur and Kota mayoral seats amid clashes and cross-voting
BJP candidates won the mayoral posts in Jaipur, Jodhpur and Kota, with cross-voting and clashes reported in some contests.
Odisha Assembly Told 24 Minor Girls in Department-Run Hostels Became Pregnant in Two Years
Odisha's ST & SC Development Minister told the Assembly that 24 minor girls in departmental school hostels became pregnant over two academic years, with FIRs filed in every case.
Vijay accuses DMK of burying POCSO case against Veeramani, targets AIADMK silence
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay alleged the DMK covered up the POCSO case against R. Veeramani and challenged the AIADMK to explain its silence.
Thiruvonam bumper lottery sells out all 90 lakh tickets ahead of September 26 draw
All 90 lakh tickets of the 2026 Thiruvonam bumper lottery have been sold, with the draw set for September 26 in Thiruvananthapuram.
Feeder fault cuts power to Thrissur Medical College, surgeries suspended
A feeder fault at the substation supplying Thrissur Government Medical College has disrupted power since Thursday night, forcing authorities to suspend scheduled surgeries and other procedures.
Kerala to Appoint Special Counsel in Cardamom Hill Reserve Case, Says CM Satheesan
CM V.D. Satheesan chaired a high-level meeting in Idukki, announcing a special counsel for the CHR case, revocation of two construction-ban orders, and faster title deed distribution.
Bihar Congress march on CEO office halted as police use water cannons in Patna
Bihar Congress workers marching to the Chief Electoral Officer's office in Patna were dispersed with water cannons; the party has called a district-level march on September 28.
DMK sues TVK Ministers for ₹1 crore over Veeramani POCSO remarks
DMK files ₹1-crore defamation suit against Ministers Aadhav Arjuna and C.T.R. Nirmal Kumar and TVK's IT wing over remarks in the Veeramani POCSO case.
Karnataka SIR hearings leave voters seeking notices and answers
Voters in Karnataka are still hunting for SIR notices and seeking clarity from electoral officers weeks into the hearing process.
Joshi Launches Seva First Innovation Challenge at IISc, Urges Youth to Innovate for Viksit Bharat
Union Education Minister Pralhad Joshi inaugurated the Seva First Innovation Challenge for the South Zone at IISc Bengaluru, calling on young innovators to pair service with problem-solving for Viksit Bharat 2047.
Jarkiholi Backs Shivakumar for CM Post If Congress Retains Karnataka in 2028
Karnataka minister Satish Jarkiholi says he would not object to D.K. Shivakumar continuing as chief minister if the Congress returns to power in 2028.
Kerala Orders Police Crackdown on Agencies Defrauding Jobseekers
Kerala Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala has ordered stringent police action against agencies accused of cheating people with false promises of jobs and education.
MGP seeks halt to railway construction beside 108-year-old Mysuru school
Mysore Grahakara Parishat has urged the Deputy Commissioner to stop railway construction on open space adjoining Government Vontikoppal School, citing heritage rules and Master Plan provisions.
Faulty Signals Force Manual Traffic Duty, Posing Health Risks to Karnataka Police
Karnataka State Police Complaints Authority member Mohan Kumar Danappa has flagged health hazards faced by traffic police due to faulty signals.
Belagavi SIR officers turn down BJP MLA's plea to delete 2,598 voters
Electoral officials in Belagavi North have rejected BJP MLA Abhay Patil's request to scrutinise and delete around 2,598 voters, citing the absence of any bulk-deletion provision under SIR.