Breaking News, September 19 | Highlights

Ahead of the Jharkhand assembly elections, former CM and BJP leader Champai Soren said, "... I am confident that no one can stop the BJP government from coming to power in Jharkhand..."

 Aam Aadmi Party on Thursday (September 19) informed that the party’s national convenor Arvind Kejriwal will address 'Janta Ki Adalat' at Jantar Mantar on September 22.

Junior doctors in Kolkata have announced they will return to emergency services from next Saturday, but Outpatient Department (OPD) services will remain suspended for now. The decision comes as part of ongoing protests following the Abhaya incident at RG Kar Medical College, which the junior doctors blame on a culture of threats.

At the request of the Government of Maldives, the State Bank of India (SBI) has subscribed the USD 50 mn Government Treasury Bill (T-bills) issued by the Ministry of Finance of Maldives, for a period of one more year from the date of maturity of the previous subscription, September 19, 2024.

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath inaugurated a state-of-the-art floating restaurant, 'Float,' in Ramgarh Tal, Gorakhpur, on Thursday. The three-floor restaurant, spanning 9,600 square feet, can accommodate 100 to 150 guests at a time. 

Days after Samajwadi Party chief and former Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav alleged that encounters in the state are being used to target people of specific castes and religions under Yogi Adityanath’s leadership, significant data regarding encounters over the last seven years has been published.

Maharashtra Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis responds to claims that the ReNew power plant has been moved out of Maharashtra to Gujarat. "The Opposition constantly defames Maharashtra. They tried to create a narrative that ReNew power plant moved out of Maharashtra to Gujarat. ReNew itself issued a statement today and said that they are in Maharashtra and they have increased investment; they have given this kind of commitment. I think the Opposition has had to face a setback," he said. 

The Ministry of External Affairs responds to media queries on the Reuters report on the diversion of Indian Defence Exports to Ukraine. In a statement it said, "We have seen the Reuters report. It is speculative and misleading. It implies violations by India, where none exist and, hence, is inaccurate and mischievous. India has an impeccable track record of compliance with international obligations on the export of military and dual-use items. India has been carrying out its defence exports taking into account its international obligations on non-proliferation and based on its own robust legal and regulatory framework, which includes a holistic assessment of relevant criteria, including end-user obligations and certifications."

EAM Dr Jaishankar holds conversation with the new Ukrainian FM Andrii Sybiha. Tweeted, "Congratulated him on his appointment. Look forward to working with him."

A FIR has been registered against Union Minister Ravneet Singh Bittu, on the complaint filed by Congress leaders for his statement against LoP in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin has announced financial assistance of Rs 3 lakh to the family of Govindaraj, who lost his life in a firecracker factory explosion in Virudhunagar district's Sevalpatti village on Thursday.  The CM also announced financial assistance of Rs 3 lakhs to another worker, 19-year-old Gurumurthi, who suffered 100% burns and is undergoing treatment at Sivakasi Government Hospital. 

Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde inaugurates Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Memorial in Buldhana.

I appeal to you to break all voting records on September 25 (second phase of J-K polls), said PM Modi in Srinagar.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh attends second edition of Naval Commanders' Conference 2024 in Delhi.

BJP president J P Nadda releases party's manifesto for October 5 Haryana assembly polls.

Former UP CM and Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief Mayawati holds a meeting with party leaders in Lucknow over the upcoming by-elections on 10 seats in the state.

Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant attends the 'Swarn Mahotsav' at the Gomantak National Language University, in Margao, Goa.

On One Nation, One Election, Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar says, "...The Congress party does not believe in One Nation, One Election, practically it is not possible...They want to ease out all the state parties. They feel that only national parties should survive. In the federal structure, you cannot do that. They are taking a big risk. The Congress party completely opposes..."

RG Kar rape and murder case: Suspended Tala Police Station incharge Abhijit Mondal and RG Kar former principal Dr Sandip Ghosh being taken for medical examination from CBI office in Kolkata, West Bengal.

Atishi will take oath as the Chief Minister of Delhi on September 21. Along with Atishi, other leaders will also take oath as ministers, said Aam Aadmi Party.

After around 18 hours, the two-and-a-half-year-old girl who fell into a borewell rescued safely and admitted to a hospital.

BJP national president JP Nadda writes to Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge.

 Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde drives a tractor as he participates in the 'Swachhata hi Seva' drive in Girgaon Chowpatty, Mumbai.

Odisha Government has come up with a new policy to provide a safe workplace environment for doctors, students and medicare persons in Healthcare & Health Education Institutions.

Karnataka: A rape, sexual harassment case has been filed against Rajarajeshwari Nagar BJP MLA Munirathna. The case was registered at Kaggalipura police station in Ramanagara district. As per the complaint, the incident took place at a private resort under Kaggalipura police station limits. FIR has been registered against 7 people including MLA Munirathna, said Karnataka Police.

 Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde reaches Girgaon Chowpatty in Mumbai to participate in the 'Swachhata hi Seva' drive.

 A police vehicle overturned in Gujarat's Amreli, injuring several officials on Wednesday evening. Further details awaited.

Jammu and Kashmir Elections 2024:  Security beefed up in #Srinagar in view of PM Modi's public rally.

Rajasthan: Rescue operation continues in Dausa's Jodhpura village to rescue the 2.5-year-old girl who fell into a borewell.

Uttar Pradesh: A goods train derailed in Mathura yesterday night. Restoration and clearance work underway.

Vadodara: Foundation work of 8 stations for bullet train completed in Gujarat.