Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of attempting to steal votes in the upcoming Bihar assembly elections. He asserted that the NDA's double-engine government would soon be ousted, replaced by a government representing the poor, backward communities, and Dalits. Kharge also criticized Bihar CM Nitish Kumar's alliance with the BJP-RSS, questioning his socialist principles.
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SpiceJet issued a travel advisory due to heavy rains disrupting flight operations in Delhi, warning passengers of potential delays and cancellations. The India Meteorological Department forecasts continued rain and thunderstorms. Rising water levels in the Yamuna River prompted evacuations from low-lying areas, with authorities establishing relief camps and deploying disaster response teams.
Ileana D’cruz, residing in Houston with her husband Michael Dolan, expressed her longing to return to acting after becoming a mother of two. While she misses being on screen and working with talented individuals, she prioritizes being a hands-on mom to her sons.
Due to heavy rainfall and flood-like conditions across the NCR, Noida and Ghaziabad authorities have ordered schools to remain closed on Wednesday, September 3, 2025, for students from nursery to Class 12. The order encompasses all schools, including government, aided, CBSE, ICSE, and madrassas.
Ravichandran Ashwin, after retiring from the IPL, is contemplating a move into coaching. The veteran off-spinner, who recently concluded his IPL career with Chennai Super Kings, expressed his interest in guiding and mentoring players. Ashwin revealed he had discussions about a player-coach role during his time with Rajasthan Royals and gained coaching experience in the Tamil Nadu Premier League.
Cloudbursts struck Uttarakhand's Rudraprayag and Chamoli districts on Thursday night, trapping families and causing injuries. Debris flows blocked areas, prompting urgent rescue operations. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami is overseeing relief efforts and coordinating with officials. This is the second cloudburst to hit the region this week, following earlier damage in Chamoli.
Stock market today: Nifty50 and BSE Sensex, the Indian equity benchmark indices, opened in green on Friday as the market continued to react positively to GST rate cute announcements. While Nifty50 was above 24,800, BSE Sensex was up almost 300 points.
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has arrested Sharanjit Kumar, a key suspect in the Thakurdwara temple grenade attack in Amritsar, from Gaya, Bihar. He is accused of being actively involved in the conspiracy and execution of the terror attack.
Assam's cabinet has approved a new SOP requiring special branch clearance for inter-religious land transactions, citing concerns about national security and demographic shifts. This measure aims to prevent fraudulent land transfers that could incite communal tension and ensure constitutional principles are upheld. The policy also targets NGOs from outside Assam seeking land, reflecting anxieties over changing demographics and land encroachments.
India celebrates Teachers' Day on September 5th, commemorating Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan's birth anniversary. This day honors teachers' profound impact, shaping students' minds, character, and futures. From academic guidance to life lessons, teachers inspire and empower. Heartfelt wishes, messages of gratitude, and inspirational quotes are shared to express appreciation for their dedication and influence, recognizing their role as mentors and guides.