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The Supreme Court on Monday issued notice to the Union government on a plea demanding an independent probe into the June 12 crash of Air India Flight AI171 near Ahmedabad, which killed 260 people. While hearing the matter, the Court voiced concern over the selective leaking of the preliminary inquiry report, which fueled media narratives attributing the disaster to pilot error.Also read: Pilot’s mental health under scrutiny in Ahmedabad Air India plane crash probeA bench of Justices Surya Kant and N. Kotiswar Singh observed that confidential data must not be disclosed prematurely, stressing the importance of avoiding speculation until the…

KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Russia and Ukraine swapped accusations of deadly drone strikes on civilian areas of their countries Monday as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy anticipated “a very intense week” of diplomacy at the U.N. General Assembly in New York, where the Security Council was expected discuss the more than three-year war.Zelenskyy has tried to give momentum to a U.S.-led peace effort, offering a ceasefire and a summit meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Moscow has taken issue with some of the proposals, however, and an end to the bloodshed appears no closer.Additionally, international concerns have mounted recently that the…

The world-renowned Mysuru Dasara festival began on a traditional note today with senior litterateur Banu Mushtaq inaugurating the celebrations by offering flowers to Goddess Chamundeshwari at Chamundi Sannidhi. The ceremony was held in the auspicious ascendant of Scorpio, marking the beginning of the ten-day cultural extravaganza.Also read: Mysore Dasara 2025 kicks off with traditional grandeur; Banu Mushtaq officially launches celebrationsBefore the formal inauguration, Mushtaq, accompanied by her family, performed special prayers at the shrine. Dressed in a saffron-colored saree, green blouse, and adorned with jasmine flowers, she carried forward the ritual with devotion, later receiving the temple’s sacred offerings.Need for…

IND vs PAK: Former Pakistan fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar did not hold back in his critique of the umpiring following Pakistan’s six-wicket loss to India in the Asia Cup 2025 Super Four clash in Dubai on Sunday. Akhtar was particularly critical of the contentious dismissal of opener Fakhar Zaman, calling it a “wrong decision” that could have altered the outcome of the match. Fakhar Zaman’s Dismissal Sparks Controversy The incident occurred in the third over of Pakistan’s innings. Fakhar Zaman had raced to 15 runs off nine balls, hitting three boundaries, before attempting to steer an off-cutter from Hardik Pandya.…

The world-famous Mysore Dasara festivities commenced today with a traditional inauguration on Chamundi Hills. Renowned litterateur Banu Mushtaq officially launched the celebrations by offering floral tributes to the idol of Goddess Chamundeshwari, marking the beginning of the ten-day cultural extravaganza.Also read: Supreme Court dismisses plea against Banu Mushtaq’s invitation for Mysuru Dasara inaugurationInauguration at Chamundi HillsThe ceremonial launch took place during the auspicious ascendant of Scorpio. The idol of Goddess Chamundeshwari, draped in a green saree and placed on a silver chariot, was the focal point of the event. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, and several ministers,…

On the auspicious occasion of Dasara, the trailer of Kantara Chapter 1 was launched in a grand manner across multiple languages, building immense excitement among fans and film lovers. At 12:45 PM today, the Kannada trailer was released by Kannada art and cinema lovers themselves, making it a proud moment for the state. Alongside, the trailers in five other languages were unveiled by leading stars of Indian cinema — Hrithik Roshan (Hindi), Sivakarthikeyan (Tamil), Prithviraj Sukumaran (Malayalam), and Prabhas (Telugu). Directed and headlined by Rishab Shetty, the prequel Kantara Chapter 1 is one of the most awaited films of the…

IND vs PAK: The Super 4s clash of the Asia Cup 2025 between India and Pakistan at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium was filled with excitement both on and off the field. While the match showcased top-class cricket, an unusual moment grabbed the spotlight on social media, as Indian fans targeted Pakistani pacer Haris Rauf with chants of “Kohli-Kohli” while he was fielding near a section of spectators. Haris Rauf’s Provocative Response to Kohli Chants Add Zee News as a Preferred Source WATCH: Harris Rauf was instigating Indian fans during the India vs Pakistan matchHe was gesturing with his…

The much-awaited trailer of Kantara Chapter 1, the prequel to the blockbuster Kantara, was launched today in a grand nationwide event. Released exactly at 12:45 pm, the trailer instantly captured fans’ attention and heightened curiosity about the upcoming film.Also read: Kantara prequel trailer date revealed – Rishab Shetty set to roar on Gandhi Jayanti!Produced by Hombale Films, this big-budget Sandalwood project has taken a Pan-India route for its trailer launch. Several top stars unveiled the trailer in their respective languages, adding to the film’s buzz. In Telugu, the trailer was released by Rebel Star Prabhas, while Malayalam actor Prithviraj Sukumaran,…

Global high-level meeting to uphold humanity in war to be held in 2026 United Nations, Sep 22 (IANS) A global high-level meeting to uphold humanity in war, to be co-hosted by Brazil, China, France, Jordan, Kazakhstan and South Africa, together with the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), will be held in 2026, according to a joint statement. In the lead up to the meeting, the six countries and the ICRC ask all states to consider: starting with international humanitarian law (IHL) at home, by officially allocating adequate resources to invest in and ensure compliance with IHL; advancing the…

Japan’s LDP leadership race kicks off with 5 candidates Tokyo, Sep 22 (IANS) Japan’s ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) officially launched its leadership election campaign on Monday, with five candidates filing their candidacies. The contenders are Agriculture Minister Shinjiro Koizumi, former Economic Security Ministers Takayuki Kobayashi and Sanae Takaichi, Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshimasa Hayashi, and former LDP Secretary-General Toshimitsu Motegi. All five also ran in last year’s election, which saw a record nine candidates, reports Xinhua news agency. The contest will focus on issues such as cooperation with opposition parties, economic measures to tackle rising prices, and rebuilding the party…