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Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief Vijay on Sunday (Sep 28) sought a suo motu cognisance into the stampede that took place in Karur district of Tamil Nadu in actor-turned-politician Vijay's rally. Justice Dhandapani allowed an urgent mention of the case, and the case is likely to be taken up tomorrow at the Madurai bench of the Madras High Court. In its plea, the party has alleged a ‘stampede plot’, citing that there was stone-pelting in the crowd and a police lathi-charge at the venue. The party alleged that the tragedy was not accidental but the result of a “conspiracy.” This comes after Vijay announced ₹20 lakh ($22,530.78) for the kin of stampede victims and ₹2 lakh ($2,409) for the injured.&nbsp;&nbsp;Prime Minister Narendra Modi also announced ex gratia of two lakh rupees from the Prime Minister's National Relief Fund to the next of kin of each deceased and ₹50,000 each to those injured. Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has ordered a judicial probe and announced a commission to be headed by retired judge Aruna Jagadeesan to probe into the incident. The Tamil Nadu government also announced a compensation of ₹10 lakh to the families of the deceased, and ₹1 lakh for all those injured in the tragedy.&nbsp;A massive crowd had gathered for actor-turned-politician Vijay's rally on Saturday (Sep 27). According to Tamil Nadu DGP G Venkatraman, the delayed arrival of Vijay to the rally venue led to the stampede. He also said the crowd at the venue was much more than what the permission was sought for, specifying that the permission was sought for a gathering of 10,000 people, but the crowd swelled to 27,000 people. Vijay was reportedly seven hours late for the rally. In his first response, Vijay said he was "heartbroken" and in "unbearable pain". Taking to his X handle, the actor-turned-politician wrote, "My heart is broken; I am in unbearable, indescribable pain and sorrow". ON Sunday, he announced compensation for the victims, calling the loss “irreparable.”&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

TVK chief Vijay sought suo motu action over the Karur rally stampede, alleging a conspiracy involving stone-pelting and police lathi-charge. He announced ₹20 lakh aid for victims. PM Modi and CM Stalin also announced compensation

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief Vijay on Sunday (Sep 28) sought a suo motu cognisance into the stampede that took place in Karur district of Tamil Nadu in actor-turned-politician Vijay's rally. Justice Dhandapani allowed an urgent mention of the case, and the case is likely to be taken up tomorrow at the Madurai bench of the Madras High Court. In its plea, the party has alleged a ‘stampede plot’, citing that there was stone-pelting in the crowd and a police lathi-charge at the venue. The party alleged that the tragedy was not accidental but the result of a “conspiracy.” This comes after Vijay announced ₹20 lakh ($22,530.78) for the kin of stampede victims and ₹2 lakh ($2,409) for the injured. Prime Minister Narendra Modi also announced ex gratia of two lakh rupees from the Prime Minister's National Relief Fund to the next of kin of each deceased and ₹50,000 each to those injured. Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has ordered a judicial probe and announced a commission to be headed by retired judge Aruna Jagadeesan to probe into the incident. The Tamil Nadu government also announced a compensation of ₹10 lakh to the families of the deceased, and ₹1 lakh for all those injured in the tragedy. A massive crowd had gathered for actor-turned-politician Vijay's rally on Saturday (Sep 27). According to Tamil Nadu DGP G Venkatraman, the delayed arrival of Vijay to the rally venue led to the stampede. He also said the crowd at the venue was much more than what the permission was sought for, specifying that the permission was sought for a gathering of 10,000 people, but the crowd swelled to 27,000 people. Vijay was reportedly seven hours late for the rally. In his first response, Vijay said he was "heartbroken" and in "unbearable pain". Taking to his X handle, the actor-turned-politician wrote, "My heart is broken; I am in unbearable, indescribable pain and sorrow". ON Sunday, he announced compensation for the victims, calling the loss “irreparable.”

TVK chief Vijay sought suo motu action over the Karur rally stampede, alleging a conspiracy involving stone-pelting and police lathi-charge. He announced ₹20 lakh aid for victims. PM Modi and CM Stalin also announced compensation

'Stone-pelting, lathi-charge': Vijay moves HC, alleges 'stampede plot' in his Karur rally

In India's Kashmir, two terrorists were killed on Sunday (Sep 28) as the Indian armed forces busted an infiltration bid. The incident happened in the Keran sector of Kupwara in North Kashmir. According to information shared by WION correspondent Idrees Lone, security sources reported that the bodies of the two terrorists are visible at the operation site; however, with the ongoing operation, the retrieval remains pending and will be done at a later hour.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/delhi-police-nab-godman-accused-of-molesting-17-students-swami-chaitanya-nanda-arrested-in-agra-1759022900882">Delhi Police nab ‘godman’ accused of molesting 17 students; Swami Chaitanya Nanda Saraswati arrested in Agra</a><h2>Rising number of infiltration attempts at LoC</h2>The encounter underscores the persistent efforts of security forces to thwart infiltration attempts along the Line of Control (LoC) in the region. A senior police official said that security forces successfully intercepted a group of terrorists attempting to infiltrate the Keran Sector of Kupwara district in North Kashmir near the Hyder post. During an intense firefight, two terrorists were neutralised. The identities of the deceased terrorists are currently under investigation as security personnel work to confirm their affiliations and backgrounds.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-hails-modi-government-s-self-respect-as-india-defies-trump-s-oil-tariffs-says-new-delhi-perfectly-capable-of-making-own-decisions-1759020859043">Russia hails Modi government’s ‘self-respect’ as India defies Trump’s oil tariffs, says New Delhi 'perfectly capable' of making own decisions</a>As of the latest update, a comprehensive search operation is ongoing in the area to ensure no additional threats remain. Authorities are on high alert, and further details are expected as the situation develops. This operation highlights the vigilance of security forces in safeguarding the Line of Control (LoC) against infiltration attempts in the volatile region.

BREAKING | Two terrorists killed in infiltration bid along LoC in Kashmir’s Kupwara sector

In India's Kashmir, two terrorists were killed on Sunday (Sep 28) as the Indian armed forces busted an infiltration bid. The incident happened in the Keran sector of Kupwara in North Kashmir. According to information shared by WION correspondent Idrees Lone, security sources reported that the bodies of the two terrorists are visible at the operation site; however, with the ongoing operation, the retrieval remains pending and will be done at a later hour. Also read | Delhi Police nab ‘godman’ accused of molesting 17 students; Swami Chaitanya Nanda Saraswati arrested in Agra Rising number of infiltration attempts at LoC The encounter underscores the persistent efforts of security forces to thwart infiltration attempts along the Line of Control (LoC) in the region. A senior police official said that security forces successfully intercepted a group of terrorists attempting to infiltrate the Keran Sector of Kupwara district in North Kashmir near the Hyder post. During an intense firefight, two terrorists were neutralised. The identities of the deceased terrorists are currently under investigation as security personnel work to confirm their affiliations and backgrounds. Also read | Russia hails Modi government’s ‘self-respect’ as India defies Trump’s oil tariffs, says New Delhi 'perfectly capable' of making own decisions As of the latest update, a comprehensive search operation is ongoing in the area to ensure no additional threats remain. Authorities are on high alert, and further details are expected as the situation develops. This operation highlights the vigilance of security forces in safeguarding the Line of Control (LoC) against infiltration attempts in the volatile region.

BREAKING | Two terrorists killed in infiltration bid along LoC in Kashmir’s Kupwara sector

Two terrorists killed in infiltration bid along LoC in Kashmir’s Kupwara sector

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief Vijay on Sunday (Sep 28) has announced ₹20 lakh ($22,530.78) for the kin of Karur stampede victims and ₹2 lakh ($2,409) for the injured. Earlier this morning, the official death toll in the stampede went up to 39. A massive crowd had gathered for actor-turned-politician Vijay's rally on Saturday (Sep 27). Soon after his announcement, Prime Minister Narendra Modi also announced ex gratia of two lakh rupees from the Prime Minister's National Relief Fund to the next of kin of each deceased and ₹50,000 each to those injured.&nbsp;According to Tamil Nadu DGP G Venkatraman, the delayed arrival of Vijay to the rally venue led to the stampede. He also said the crowd at the venue was much more than what the permission was sought for, specifying that the permission was sought for a gathering of 10,000 people, but the crowd swelled to 27,000 people. Vijay was reportedly seven hours late for the rally. Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has ordered a judicial probe and announced a commission to be headed by retired judge Aruna Jagadeesan to probe into the incident. The Tamil Nadu government also announced a compensation of ₹10 lakh to the families of the deceased, and ₹1 lakh for all those injured in the tragedy.<h2>What has Vijay announced?</h2> In his first response, Vijay said he was "heartbroken" and in "unbearable pain". Taking to his X handle, the actor-turned-politician wrote, "My heart is broken; I am in unbearable, indescribable pain and sorrow". ON Sunday, he announced compensation for the victims, calling the loss “irreparable.” “In the midst of the immense grief of losing our loved ones, I am at a loss for words to express the pain my heart endures. My eyes and mind are clouded with sorrow. The faces of all of you whom I have met keep flashing through my mind. The more I think of my loved ones who show affection and care, the more my heart slips further from its place. My dear ones… While I express my deepest condolences with indescribable pain to you who are grieving the loss of our cherished loved ones, I also stand close to your hearts, sharing this immense sorrow,” he wrote in a X post. Prime Minister Narendra Modi also reacted to the incident, stating that it was "deeply saddening".<figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250928/image-1759042153740.png"></figure>

TVK chief Vijay expressed heartbreak over the Karur stampede, announcing ₹20 lakh compensation for victims' families and ₹2 lakh for the injured. The death toll rose to 39 after a massive crowd surge at his rally. Tamil Nadu CM ordered a judicial probe

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief Vijay on Sunday (Sep 28) has announced ₹20 lakh ($22,530.78) for the kin of Karur stampede victims and ₹2 lakh ($2,409) for the injured. Earlier this morning, the official death toll in the stampede went up to 39. A massive crowd had gathered for actor-turned-politician Vijay's rally on Saturday (Sep 27). Soon after his announcement, Prime Minister Narendra Modi also announced ex gratia of two lakh rupees from the Prime Minister's National Relief Fund to the next of kin of each deceased and ₹50,000 each to those injured. According to Tamil Nadu DGP G Venkatraman, the delayed arrival of Vijay to the rally venue led to the stampede. He also said the crowd at the venue was much more than what the permission was sought for, specifying that the permission was sought for a gathering of 10,000 people, but the crowd swelled to 27,000 people. Vijay was reportedly seven hours late for the rally. Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has ordered a judicial probe and announced a commission to be headed by retired judge Aruna Jagadeesan to probe into the incident. The Tamil Nadu government also announced a compensation of ₹10 lakh to the families of the deceased, and ₹1 lakh for all those injured in the tragedy. What has Vijay announced? In his first response, Vijay said he was "heartbroken" and in "unbearable pain". Taking to his X handle, the actor-turned-politician wrote, "My heart is broken; I am in unbearable, indescribable pain and sorrow". ON Sunday, he announced compensation for the victims, calling the loss “irreparable.” “In the midst of the immense grief of losing our loved ones, I am at a loss for words to express the pain my heart endures. My eyes and mind are clouded with sorrow. The faces of all of you whom I have met keep flashing through my mind. The more I think of my loved ones who show affection and care, the more my heart slips further from its place. My dear ones… While I express my deepest condolences with indescribable pain to you who are grieving the loss of our cherished loved ones, I also stand close to your hearts, sharing this immense sorrow,” he wrote in a X post. Prime Minister Narendra Modi also reacted to the incident, stating that it was "deeply saddening".

TVK chief Vijay expressed heartbreak over the Karur stampede, announcing ₹20 lakh compensation for victims' families and ₹2 lakh for the injured. The death toll rose to 39 after a massive crowd surge at his rally. Tamil Nadu CM ordered a judicial probe

'Irreplaceable loss': Vijay pledges Rs 20 lakh for kin of Karur stampede victims; PM Modi announces ex-gratia

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday (Sep 28) during the 126th episode of his monthly radio show 'Mann ki Baat' paid tribute to Indian revolutionary freedom fighter Shaheed Bhagat Singh. Speaking on the occasion of Bhagat Singh's 118th birth anniversary, the Indian PM recalled Singh's letter to the Britishers demanding prisoner-of-war-like treatment. "Amar Shaheed Bhagat Singh is an inspiration for every Indian, especially the youth. Fearlessness was deeply ingrained in his nature," said Modi.<h2>Bhagat Singh's fearlessness in the face of death</h2>Paying respect to Bhagat Singh, Modi noted that "Before being hanged, he had written a letter to the British requesting a prisoner of war-like treatment from the British and that he and his associates be shot to death, rather than being hanged. He was very sensitive towards people's sufferings".Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/delhi-police-nab-godman-accused-of-molesting-17-students-swami-chaitanya-nanda-arrested-in-agra-1759022900882">Delhi Police nab ‘godman’ accused of molesting 17 students; Swami Chaitanya Nanda Saraswati arrested in Agra</a>Earlier today, Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge also paid a tribute to Bhagat Singh. In a post on X, the Congress chief expressed concern about the inequality in society and spoke against hateful, divisive ideologies. He added that Bhagat Singh's patriotism, which was centred on equality and unity, continues to be an inspiration for Indians. "The love for the country will not go away from the heart even after death. The fragrance of the country will also come from my soil. ~ Martyr Bhagat Singh," said Kharge, adding, “Respectful tribute to the great freedom fighter, Shaheed-e-Azam Bhagat Singh ji, who sacrificed everything for the Independence of the country, on his birth anniversary.”Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-tears-into-shehbaz-sharif-at-unga-calls-pakistan-speech-absurd-theatrics-points-out-islamabad-glorifies-terror-once-sheltered-bin-laden-1758938940874">'No shame': India tears into Shehbaz Sharif at UNGA, calls speech 'absurd theatrics,' points out Pakistan glorifies terror, sheltered Bin Laden</a> "Bhagat Singh wrote consistently against hate and divisive ideology and expressed concern against inequality in society. His patriotism was centred on equality and unity, which will remain a source of inspiration for every Indian," noted Kharge.&nbsp;

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during the 126th 'Mann ki Baat' episode on Sunday (Sep 28), paid tribute to freedom fighter Shaheed Bhagat Singh on his 118th birth anniversary. 

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday (Sep 28) during the 126th episode of his monthly radio show 'Mann ki Baat' paid tribute to Indian revolutionary freedom fighter Shaheed Bhagat Singh. Speaking on the occasion of Bhagat Singh's 118th birth anniversary, the Indian PM recalled Singh's letter to the Britishers demanding prisoner-of-war-like treatment. "Amar Shaheed Bhagat Singh is an inspiration for every Indian, especially the youth. Fearlessness was deeply ingrained in his nature," said Modi. Bhagat Singh's fearlessness in the face of death Paying respect to Bhagat Singh, Modi noted that "Before being hanged, he had written a letter to the British requesting a prisoner of war-like treatment from the British and that he and his associates be shot to death, rather than being hanged. He was very sensitive towards people's sufferings". Also read | Delhi Police nab ‘godman’ accused of molesting 17 students; Swami Chaitanya Nanda Saraswati arrested in Agra Earlier today, Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge also paid a tribute to Bhagat Singh. In a post on X, the Congress chief expressed concern about the inequality in society and spoke against hateful, divisive ideologies. He added that Bhagat Singh's patriotism, which was centred on equality and unity, continues to be an inspiration for Indians. "The love for the country will not go away from the heart even after death. The fragrance of the country will also come from my soil. ~ Martyr Bhagat Singh," said Kharge, adding, “Respectful tribute to the great freedom fighter, Shaheed-e-Azam Bhagat Singh ji, who sacrificed everything for the Independence of the country, on his birth anniversary.” Also read | 'No shame': India tears into Shehbaz Sharif at UNGA, calls speech 'absurd theatrics,' points out Pakistan glorifies terror, sheltered Bin Laden "Bhagat Singh wrote consistently against hate and divisive ideology and expressed concern against inequality in society. His patriotism was centred on equality and unity, which will remain a source of inspiration for every Indian," noted Kharge.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during the 126th 'Mann ki Baat' episode on Sunday (Sep 28), paid tribute to freedom fighter Shaheed Bhagat Singh on his 118th birth anniversary.&nbsp;

‘Amar Shaheed Bhagat Singh inspires every Indian’: PM Modi in Mann Ki Baat

The stampede at Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam TVK chief Vijay’s rally in Tamil Nadu's Karur has increased to 39. A massive crowd had gathered for rally addressed by Vijay, actor-turned-politician on Saturday (Sep 27) when the unfortunate incident happened. According to Tamil Nadu DGP G Venkatraman address to the media on Sunday, the &nbsp;delayed arrival by Vijay to the rally venue led to the stampede.&nbsp;He said that permission was sought for a gathering of 10,000 people, but the crowd swelled to 27,000 people due to a seven-hour delay by the actor. In fact 500 personnel were deployed for the rally but as people began to turn up it became difficult to manage the crowd.&nbsp;Vijay’s arrival was announced much earlier by TVK’s social media handles but he arrived late leading to the surge in crowd, said the police chief. He also pointed that TVK had requested for a smaller venue but was allocated a larger 1.2 lakh sq ft site for the rally as they expected more people to turn up.&nbsp;“Permission (for the meeting) was sought for between 3 pm and 10 pm. The TVK Twitter account said he will come at 12 and the crowd started coming in from 11 am. He came at 7.40 pm. The people lacked sufficient food and water under the hot sun. Our intention is not to blame anyone, but we are just stating the facts," said police chief Venkatraman.&nbsp;Probe ordered by CM&nbsp;Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Stalin has ordered a judicial probe and announced a commission to be headed by retired judge Aruna Jagadeesan to probe into the circumstances that led to the tragedy. A compensation of Rs 10 lakh to the families of the deceased, and Rs 1 lakh for all those injured has also been announced by the Tamil Nadu government.&nbsp;"My heart is broken"&nbsp;Meanwhile, Vijay reacted to the incident and said he was "heartbroken" and in "unbearable pain". Taking to his X handle the actor wrote, "My heart is broken; I am in unbearable, indescribable pain and sorrow".&nbsp;"I extend my deepest condolences and sympathies to the families of my dear brothers and sisters who lost their lives in Karur. I pray for the swift recovery of those receiving treatment in the hospital," he added.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Vijay’s arrival was announced much earlier by TVK’s social media handles but he arrived late leading to the surge in crowd, said the police chief.

The stampede at Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam TVK chief Vijay’s rally in Tamil Nadu's Karur has increased to 39. A massive crowd had gathered for rally addressed by Vijay, actor-turned-politician on Saturday (Sep 27) when the unfortunate incident happened. According to Tamil Nadu DGP G Venkatraman address to the media on Sunday, the delayed arrival by Vijay to the rally venue led to the stampede. He said that permission was sought for a gathering of 10,000 people, but the crowd swelled to 27,000 people due to a seven-hour delay by the actor. In fact 500 personnel were deployed for the rally but as people began to turn up it became difficult to manage the crowd. Vijay’s arrival was announced much earlier by TVK’s social media handles but he arrived late leading to the surge in crowd, said the police chief. He also pointed that TVK had requested for a smaller venue but was allocated a larger 1.2 lakh sq ft site for the rally as they expected more people to turn up. “Permission (for the meeting) was sought for between 3 pm and 10 pm. The TVK Twitter account said he will come at 12 and the crowd started coming in from 11 am. He came at 7.40 pm. The people lacked sufficient food and water under the hot sun. Our intention is not to blame anyone, but we are just stating the facts," said police chief Venkatraman. Probe ordered by CM Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Stalin has ordered a judicial probe and announced a commission to be headed by retired judge Aruna Jagadeesan to probe into the circumstances that led to the tragedy. A compensation of Rs 10 lakh to the families of the deceased, and Rs 1 lakh for all those injured has also been announced by the Tamil Nadu government. "My heart is broken" Meanwhile, Vijay reacted to the incident and said he was "heartbroken" and in "unbearable pain". Taking to his X handle the actor wrote, "My heart is broken; I am in unbearable, indescribable pain and sorrow". "I extend my deepest condolences and sympathies to the families of my dear brothers and sisters who lost their lives in Karur. I pray for the swift recovery of those receiving treatment in the hospital," he added.

Vijay’s arrival was announced much earlier by TVK’s social media handles but he arrived late leading to the surge in crowd, said the police chief.

Vijay rally stampede: What factors led to the incident at superstar's rally? Here's what police say

Delhi Police on Sunday (Sep 28) arrested Swami Chaitanya Nanda Saraswati, a self-styled godman and former chairman of Sri Sharada Institute of Indian Management, from Agra. He faces allegations of molesting more than 17 female students, defrauding the Sri Sharada Peetham, and using vehicles with forged number plates. The so-called 'godman' was on a run for the past few days. His arrest comes weeks after a case was registered against him at Vasant Kunj police station under the Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita (BNS). The initial complaint was filed on August 4, 2025, leading to multiple police raids before he was finally tracked down.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/swami-chaitanyanand-s-pre-arrest-bail-plea-rejected-in-financial-irregularities-case-1758906449017">Swami Chaitanyanand denied pre-arrest bail in financial irregularities&nbsp;case</a>Chaitanyananda Saraswati, as per an ANI report, was arrested from a hotel late on Saturday night. He will be produced before the court on Sunday.&nbsp;<h2>Allegations against Swami Chaitanya Nanda Saraswati</h2>According to police, Saraswati allegedly molested several PGDM students at the institute, many of whom were from the Economically Weaker Section (EWS) scholarship quota. A total of 32 students have recorded statements, with 17 directly accusing him of using abusive language, sending obscene messages on the messaging application WhatsApp, and making unwanted physical advances.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-hails-modi-government-s-self-respect-as-india-defies-trump-s-oil-tariffs-says-new-delhi-perfectly-capable-of-making-own-decisions-1759020859043">Russia hails Modi government’s ‘self-respect’ as India defies Trump’s oil tariffs, says New Delhi 'perfectly capable' of making own decisions</a>Saraswati, also known as Parthasarathy, was associated with the Sri Sharada Institute but has since been disowned by its parent body, the Sringeri-based Sri Sharada Peetham. In a statement, the Peetham said: “Parthasarathy, has engaged in activities that are illegal, inappropriate, and detrimental to the interests of Sri Sri Jagadguru Shankaracharya Mahasamsthanam Dakshinamnaya Sri Sharada Peetham, Sringeri (Peetham). As a result, the Peetham has severed all ties with him. The Peetham has also lodged complaints with the relevant authorities.”&nbsp;&nbsp;

Delhi Police arrested self-styled godman Swami Chaitanya Nanda Saraswati in Agra. The former Sri Sharada Institute chairman faces charges of molesting over 17 female students, among other things.

Delhi Police on Sunday (Sep 28) arrested Swami Chaitanya Nanda Saraswati, a self-styled godman and former chairman of Sri Sharada Institute of Indian Management, from Agra. He faces allegations of molesting more than 17 female students, defrauding the Sri Sharada Peetham, and using vehicles with forged number plates. The so-called 'godman' was on a run for the past few days. His arrest comes weeks after a case was registered against him at Vasant Kunj police station under the Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita (BNS). The initial complaint was filed on August 4, 2025, leading to multiple police raids before he was finally tracked down. Also read | Swami Chaitanyanand denied pre-arrest bail in financial irregularities case Chaitanyananda Saraswati, as per an ANI report, was arrested from a hotel late on Saturday night. He will be produced before the court on Sunday. Allegations against Swami Chaitanya Nanda Saraswati According to police, Saraswati allegedly molested several PGDM students at the institute, many of whom were from the Economically Weaker Section (EWS) scholarship quota. A total of 32 students have recorded statements, with 17 directly accusing him of using abusive language, sending obscene messages on the messaging application WhatsApp, and making unwanted physical advances. Also read | Russia hails Modi government’s ‘self-respect’ as India defies Trump’s oil tariffs, says New Delhi 'perfectly capable' of making own decisions Saraswati, also known as Parthasarathy, was associated with the Sri Sharada Institute but has since been disowned by its parent body, the Sringeri-based Sri Sharada Peetham. In a statement, the Peetham said: “Parthasarathy, has engaged in activities that are illegal, inappropriate, and detrimental to the interests of Sri Sri Jagadguru Shankaracharya Mahasamsthanam Dakshinamnaya Sri Sharada Peetham, Sringeri (Peetham). As a result, the Peetham has severed all ties with him. The Peetham has also lodged complaints with the relevant authorities.”

Delhi Police arrested self-styled godman Swami Chaitanya Nanda Saraswati in Agra. The former Sri Sharada Institute chairman faces charges of molesting over 17 female students, among other things.

Delhi Police nab ‘godman’ accused of molesting 17 students; Swami Chaitanya Nanda Saraswati arrested in Agra

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on Saturday (Sep 27) strongly backed India's stand on its oil trade policies, as New Delhi continues to push back against steep 50 per cent tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump. Speaking on the sidelines of the 80th UN General Assembly, Lavrov said India was “perfectly capable” of making its own decisions on trade and energy, hailing his counterpart S Jaishankar and praising New Delhi’s “self-respect.” Lavrov insisted that the economic partnership between Russia and India was "not under threat" amid the US tariff row. "The Indian Prime Minister and the Minister of Foreign Affairs have made it clear that India chooses its own partners," he said.<h2>India "perfectly capable" of making decisions</h2>Even as the US continues to try to strong-arm India into stopping the purchase of discounted Russian oil — with Trump's White House trade advisor Peter Navarro lashing out at New Delhi at every turn — Lavrov said that the South Asian nation was "perfectly capable" of making its own decisions.“I’m not even asking what is going to happen to our trade relations, our oil. I don’t ask our Indian colleagues this. They are perfectly capable of making these decisions on their own,” Lavrov said, adding that India had given a “very worthy response” by making clear its oil imports from Russia are independent of its ties with Washington.He stressed that India’s foreign policy under Prime Minister Narendra Modi was guided by national interest and deserved “full respect.” Lavrov also underlined that Russia-India relations go beyond energy, describing the partnership as a “particularly privileged strategic partnership” covering defense, trade, technology, and high-level coordination in forums such as SCO and BRICS."We have the utmost respect for India's national interests and the foreign policy that Narendra Modi is implementing to promote these interests. We hold regular contacts at the highest level," he said.<h2>Putin to visit India in December</h2>Lavrov confirmed that President Vladimir Putin is scheduled to visit India in December, noting the two leaders’ recent meeting at the SCO summit in Tianjin, China. “We have a very extensive bilateral agenda, trade, military, technical cooperation, finance, humanitarian matters, healthcare, high-tech, artificial intelligence, and of course close coordination at the international level within the SCO, BRICS and bilaterally...,” Lavrov said.The Russian minister’s remarks come amid US pressure on India, including 25 per cent additional tariffs tied to New Delhi’s purchase of Russian oil. India has maintained that its energy decisions are driven by market offers and global realities, not external diktats.Responding to ANI on secondary sanctions, Lavrov reiterated that the economic partnership between India and Russia is "not under threat... The Indian Prime Minister and the Minister of Foreign Affairs have made it clear that India chooses its own partners.”

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, speaking on the sidelines of the 80th UN General Assembly, strongly defended India's independent oil trade policy amidst US pressure and tariffs.

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on Saturday (Sep 27) strongly backed India's stand on its oil trade policies, as New Delhi continues to push back against steep 50 per cent tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump. Speaking on the sidelines of the 80th UN General Assembly, Lavrov said India was “perfectly capable” of making its own decisions on trade and energy, hailing his counterpart S Jaishankar and praising New Delhi’s “self-respect.” Lavrov insisted that the economic partnership between Russia and India was "not under threat" amid the US tariff row. "The Indian Prime Minister and the Minister of Foreign Affairs have made it clear that India chooses its own partners," he said. India "perfectly capable" of making decisions Even as the US continues to try to strong-arm India into stopping the purchase of discounted Russian oil — with Trump's White House trade advisor Peter Navarro lashing out at New Delhi at every turn — Lavrov said that the South Asian nation was "perfectly capable" of making its own decisions. “I’m not even asking what is going to happen to our trade relations, our oil. I don’t ask our Indian colleagues this. They are perfectly capable of making these decisions on their own,” Lavrov said, adding that India had given a “very worthy response” by making clear its oil imports from Russia are independent of its ties with Washington. He stressed that India’s foreign policy under Prime Minister Narendra Modi was guided by national interest and deserved “full respect.” Lavrov also underlined that Russia-India relations go beyond energy, describing the partnership as a “particularly privileged strategic partnership” covering defense, trade, technology, and high-level coordination in forums such as SCO and BRICS. "We have the utmost respect for India's national interests and the foreign policy that Narendra Modi is implementing to promote these interests. We hold regular contacts at the highest level," he said. Putin to visit India in December Lavrov confirmed that President Vladimir Putin is scheduled to visit India in December, noting the two leaders’ recent meeting at the SCO summit in Tianjin, China. “We have a very extensive bilateral agenda, trade, military, technical cooperation, finance, humanitarian matters, healthcare, high-tech, artificial intelligence, and of course close coordination at the international level within the SCO, BRICS and bilaterally...,” Lavrov said. The Russian minister’s remarks come amid US pressure on India, including 25 per cent additional tariffs tied to New Delhi’s purchase of Russian oil. India has maintained that its energy decisions are driven by market offers and global realities, not external diktats. Responding to ANI on secondary sanctions, Lavrov reiterated that the economic partnership between India and Russia is "not under threat... The Indian Prime Minister and the Minister of Foreign Affairs have made it clear that India chooses its own partners.”

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, speaking on the sidelines of the 80th UN General Assembly, strongly defended India's independent oil trade policy amidst US pressure and tariffs.

Russia hails Modi government’s ‘self-respect’ as India defies Trump’s oil tariffs, says New Delhi 'perfectly capable' of making own decisions

The Indian Army's head of Artillery division, Lt Gen Adosh Kumar, has said that India was able to "neutralise" Pakistan's "imported weapons" during operation Sindoor. The counterterror operation by India, after the Pahalgam terror attack, saw India striking at terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. Speaking to Sidhant Sibal on the WION podcast, Kumar said, “Our indigenous weapons successfully neutralised the enemy's fancied imported weapons and equipment. We need to sustain this momentum. We need to invest more in R&amp;D”. &nbsp;&nbsp;Kumar was commissioned into the Indian Army in June 1986 and has over 39 years of experience. He took charge as the Director General of Artillery in May 2023. The regiment of artillery is the second largest operational arm of the Indian Army, after the infantry. Comprising over 250 units, the regiment manages a wide array of artillery systems, guns, rockets, missiles, and surveillance assets. &nbsp;&nbsp;Sidhant Sibal: Artillery played a major part in the success of Op SINDOOR. What are the lessons for Artillery? &nbsp;&nbsp;Lt Gen Adosh Kumar: We have witnessed a paradigm shift in India's strategic signalling. We have moved beyond a reactive response of the 2016 strikes and 2018 Balakot strikes to a multi-domain, high precision, offensive targeting so as to achieve our political-military aims, and also while retaining control over the escalatory ladder. And you would have noticed during this ongoing operation, there has been a perceptible shift in our mindset. Zero Tolerance is a new normal. We are going in for punitive retaliation, and the aim is to inflict considerable destruction on the enemy's infrastructure so as to deter him from any misadventure in the future. We've also witnessed a whole-of-nation approach with the multi-domain synergy between the three services as far as planning and execution is concerned. You would have seen that the operation name was very well chosen. It struck an emotional chord with the masses. What has been redeeming about this operation is the success of our Atmanirbharata drive, especially in Defence. Our indigenous weapons successfully neutralised the enemy's fancied imported weapons and equipment. We need to sustain this momentum. We need to invest more in R&amp;D, and also, the defence industry must have the ability to surge production in case required. As far as the regiment of artillery is concerned, a number of issues have emerged. The first being that non-contact kinetic warfare is the new normal. We have seen effective use of rockets, effective use of missiles, and loiter munitions. So, we need to augment this capability to engage targets at longer ranges with precision. Loiter munitions, we have seen their effective use in the destruction of precision targets. You are aware, these are low-cost, high-impact weapon systems, which were used for targeting the enemy's infrastructure and their weapon systems. So, we need to, as a regiment of artillery, invest more in loiter munitions. And what I mean is, you know, having loiter munitions with more range, with more endurance, ability to fire different warheads, and, equally importantly, ability to operate in a dense electronic warfare environment. Also, I think, in the regiment of Artillery, we already have a modernisation plan, the ability to quickly move from one place to another, especially in the mountainous terrains. Alongside the guns, I think there's a need to have more precision, guided, or terminally guided munitions. I think another thing that comes to my mind is the need for persistent surveillance at all levels we need, whether it's at strategic levels or operational levels, or tactical level through your satellite imageries, through your air photos, through our radars, or even through our surveillance drones. Now this is required, not only for us, for our target acquisition, but also for the direction of our own artillery fire, as well as for post-strike damage assessment. In the future, we need our gun areas to have more overhead protection. We need guns, like I said, with greater mobility, so that they can quickly shoot and scoot and move to different positions before the enemy detects our own gun areas. So, we need to augment our electronic warfare capability to be able to operate effectively. I can also assure you, I think we are fully alive to all these issues, and we are addressing them on a war footing. Sidhant Sibal: &nbsp;We have seen a number of global conflicts from Europe to Asia. How do you visualise the nature of future wars and consequent changes required in the application of Artillery Firepower?&nbsp;Lt Gen Adosh Kumar: It'll be difficult to predict the exact contours of future warfare, because they'll be dependent on a host of features, especially the geopolitical situation. However, I do believe that the future wars will be complex, hybrid, and multi-domain in character. They will also be escalatory. And I think, the battlefield will be characterised by intensity of operations, by simultaneity of operations going on, and by increased battlefield transparency, which brings out that the firepower will have to be employed in a very synergised manner. Now, as far as I think engagements are concerned, these engagements would be, you know, both non-contact kinetic and non-contact non-kinetic, to degrade or destroy the enemy's combat potential. As far as this non-contact warfare is concerned, I think nations around the world have been devising a strategy of winning wars without incurring physical casualties in close combat. The application of artillery is concerned or, or I think the first thing that comes to my mind is that capability development needs to be aligned with technological developments. A one module fits all sizes will be inadequate to tackle the threats due to the dynamics of terrain, space, or force. Our capability development should be futuristic, but also it should be time-based. Secondly, I think we need a balance of equipment. The efficacy of long-range vectors has been effectively seen in non-contact warfare due to their range and lethality being well established. Equally, I think the tube artillery has resulted in a lot of destruction and broken the enemy's will to fight. We need a judicious mix of guns, rockets, and missiles to accrue the operational advantages of each of these systems. I will again re-emphasise the importance of unmanned aerial systems. I think they have a very important role to play in any future battlefield. So, we need, you know, AI-enabled unmanned aerial systems, which will be able to carry out precision targeting.&nbsp;Sidhant Sibal: Capability development plays a pivotal role for any operationally ready Army to meet the contemporary and futuristic challenges. Can you highlight the Regiment of Artillery's capability development plans in the context of the induction of modern weapon systems and ammunition?&nbsp;Lt Gen Adosh Kumar: Today in the regiment of artillery, we are graduating from neutralisation to destruction. We are graduating from quantitative to qualitative firepower, or, I would say, changing from an arm of influence to an arm of decision. Now you asked me about the capability development plan, so I think a capability development plan is premised on six factors. The first is the modernisation of our guns. We are looking at increasing the inventory of our rockets and missiles because of their long range and precision. We are also looking at having more modern and lethal ammunition in our inventory. Looking at reorganising our surveillance architecture, and equally importantly, we are looking at digitising and automating at all levels. We have the ultra-light howitzers which are with us. We have the Dhanush guns. You are aware that, in December last year, we signed a contract for a larger number of K9 guns. These will be delivered in the next two to three years to our regiments. As far as rockets are concerned, I think more regiments of our Pinakas are being added in the near future. In capability development, we are also looking at more missile systems, both cruise missiles and ballistic missiles. As far as munitions, or ammunition, is concerned, I think we are engaged very closely not only with the defence industry, but with academia, also in many projects where we can increase the range of ammunition as well as their lethality. So, there's a lot of progress going on in that field. As far as the unmanned area system is concerned, our Shaktiban regiments and the Divyastra Batteries are being raised to further augment our UAS capability.&nbsp;Sidhant Sibal: &nbsp;In terms of use and deployment of rockets and missiles, what are the future plans for these systems?&nbsp;Lt Gen Adosh Kumar: As far as rockets are concerned, we have in our inventory several rocket systems. We have these Grad rocket systems, we have the Pinaka rocket systems, and we have these smudge rocket systems. So, as far as the Pinaka rocket systems are concerned, like I just mentioned to you, we are inducting more regiments of the Pinakas. And, in fact, the Pinaka rocket system has been a success story of India's Atmanirbharta. &nbsp;We are also now looking at guided, extended ranges which can be fired from Pinaka rockets. The trials of this are already over, and we are hopeful of signing this contract in this financial year itself. You know what this will lead to? This will double the range of my existing Pinaka rockets, and equally importantly, it will give me long precision with this guided as the name implies. So, we are also initiating a case shortly for you to know the capability to fire rockets with 120- and 300-kilometre range, which can be fired from the Pinaka rockets. So, what we're going to have in the near future is a rocket system which can fire a variety of rockets, a variety of rockets in terms of range, a variety of rockets in terms of warheads. Sidhant Sibal: Drone warfare is the new normal in modern-day warfare, and the same has been established by recent conflicts. How is the Regiment of Artillery addressing this important aspect?&nbsp;Lt Gen Adosh Kumar: The advent of unmanned aerial systems has revolutionised modern warfare because they offer a very wide array of applications. In the recent conflicts, we have seen the innovative, imaginative use of operations in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. In Operation Spider Web, we saw the Ukrainians use their kamikaze drones against the Russian strategic bombers and causing some damage. In the Israel-Iran conflict, in Operation Rising Lion, we saw these kamikaze drones being used by Israelis against Iran's air defence, which was quite effective. So, I think you know, it will not be incorrect to say that land warfare has somewhat transitioned into drone warfare. And you know what they say, if it can be seen, it can be hit. So, whether it's a soldier who's carrying a launcher, or whether it's a gun system, or whether it's a tank, or whether it's a command-and-control centre, if you can see it, you can hit it with precision.&nbsp;Sidhant Sibal: In the light of technological advancement and changing warfare dynamics, how is the training methodology re-aligned to meet the requirements? Lt Gen Adosh Kumar: Procuring equipment is one thing, but the ability to operate it effectively is another thing. So, I think we need to train our people to operate these systems very confidently and effectively. So, I think training pedagogy has changed with the advent of this niche technology equipment, both at our training centres, our formation level, and our school of instruction. We've established a Drone Experience Centre. Simulators have been positioned there so that the training is carried out uninterrupted. And this is not restricted only to training on simulators; once they have gathered the requisite proficiency, then we expose them to live firing with these weapon systems. Also, you know, in the school of artillery, we have put these virtual reality observation post simulators. So, our observation post officers can get more realistic training in a realistic environment. Sidhant Sibal: &nbsp;As Head of the Arm, what is your vision and way forward for the Regiment of Artillery?&nbsp;Lt Gen Adosh Kumar: Artillery today represents the true essence of military power by dominating the battlefield. I think modern weaponry has given us increased range and destructive prowess, which has further enhanced our versatility. As far as vision is concerned. I think our vision stems from our Chief of Army Staff's vision, or for decades of transformation to transform the Indian army into an agile and integrated modern force. So, our vision is to transform the arm into a comprehensive and integrated force that can provide all firepower solutions using niche technologies and cutting-edge solutions. Our modernisation is progressing at an appropriate pace. It is giving us time to adapt to these changes. It is giving us time to imbibe technology at all levels. And put into place optimum employment philosophies. It is based on the principle of modernisation through indigenisation, and I think most importantly, it is all-encompassing. It is not only restricted to guns, but also to rockets to missiles to ammunition, and to host of other equipment. Both the public and private sector companies have been fully integrated. We have regular interactions with them. We had one just as recently as last week. So, they are aware of our current and future requirements, and they are fully integrated with them. So, all in all, we are looking at the regiment of artillery in the future, which will be a force to reckon with and on the battlefield, which will be an arm of decision, and which will have a decisive say in the outcome of any battle.

The regiment of artillery is the second largest operational arm of the Indian Army, after the infantry. Comprising over 250 units, the regiment manages a wide array of artillery systems, guns, rockets, missiles, and surveillance assets.  

The Indian Army's head of Artillery division, Lt Gen Adosh Kumar, has said that India was able to "neutralise" Pakistan's "imported weapons" during operation Sindoor. The counterterror operation by India, after the Pahalgam terror attack, saw India striking at terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. Speaking to Sidhant Sibal on the WION podcast, Kumar said, “Our indigenous weapons successfully neutralised the enemy's fancied imported weapons and equipment. We need to sustain this momentum. We need to invest more in R&D”. Kumar was commissioned into the Indian Army in June 1986 and has over 39 years of experience. He took charge as the Director General of Artillery in May 2023. The regiment of artillery is the second largest operational arm of the Indian Army, after the infantry. Comprising over 250 units, the regiment manages a wide array of artillery systems, guns, rockets, missiles, and surveillance assets. Sidhant Sibal: Artillery played a major part in the success of Op SINDOOR. What are the lessons for Artillery? Lt Gen Adosh Kumar: We have witnessed a paradigm shift in India's strategic signalling. We have moved beyond a reactive response of the 2016 strikes and 2018 Balakot strikes to a multi-domain, high precision, offensive targeting so as to achieve our political-military aims, and also while retaining control over the escalatory ladder. And you would have noticed during this ongoing operation, there has been a perceptible shift in our mindset. Zero Tolerance is a new normal. We are going in for punitive retaliation, and the aim is to inflict considerable destruction on the enemy's infrastructure so as to deter him from any misadventure in the future. We've also witnessed a whole-of-nation approach with the multi-domain synergy between the three services as far as planning and execution is concerned. You would have seen that the operation name was very well chosen. It struck an emotional chord with the masses. What has been redeeming about this operation is the success of our Atmanirbharata drive, especially in Defence. Our indigenous weapons successfully neutralised the enemy's fancied imported weapons and equipment. We need to sustain this momentum. We need to invest more in R&D, and also, the defence industry must have the ability to surge production in case required. As far as the regiment of artillery is concerned, a number of issues have emerged. The first being that non-contact kinetic warfare is the new normal. We have seen effective use of rockets, effective use of missiles, and loiter munitions. So, we need to augment this capability to engage targets at longer ranges with precision. Loiter munitions, we have seen their effective use in the destruction of precision targets. You are aware, these are low-cost, high-impact weapon systems, which were used for targeting the enemy's infrastructure and their weapon systems. So, we need to, as a regiment of artillery, invest more in loiter munitions. And what I mean is, you know, having loiter munitions with more range, with more endurance, ability to fire different warheads, and, equally importantly, ability to operate in a dense electronic warfare environment. Also, I think, in the regiment of Artillery, we already have a modernisation plan, the ability to quickly move from one place to another, especially in the mountainous terrains. Alongside the guns, I think there's a need to have more precision, guided, or terminally guided munitions. I think another thing that comes to my mind is the need for persistent surveillance at all levels we need, whether it's at strategic levels or operational levels, or tactical level through your satellite imageries, through your air photos, through our radars, or even through our surveillance drones. Now this is required, not only for us, for our target acquisition, but also for the direction of our own artillery fire, as well as for post-strike damage assessment. In the future, we need our gun areas to have more overhead protection. We need guns, like I said, with greater mobility, so that they can quickly shoot and scoot and move to different positions before the enemy detects our own gun areas. So, we need to augment our electronic warfare capability to be able to operate effectively. I can also assure you, I think we are fully alive to all these issues, and we are addressing them on a war footing. Sidhant Sibal: We have seen a number of global conflicts from Europe to Asia. How do you visualise the nature of future wars and consequent changes required in the application of Artillery Firepower? Lt Gen Adosh Kumar: It'll be difficult to predict the exact contours of future warfare, because they'll be dependent on a host of features, especially the geopolitical situation. However, I do believe that the future wars will be complex, hybrid, and multi-domain in character. They will also be escalatory. And I think, the battlefield will be characterised by intensity of operations, by simultaneity of operations going on, and by increased battlefield transparency, which brings out that the firepower will have to be employed in a very synergised manner. Now, as far as I think engagements are concerned, these engagements would be, you know, both non-contact kinetic and non-contact non-kinetic, to degrade or destroy the enemy's combat potential. As far as this non-contact warfare is concerned, I think nations around the world have been devising a strategy of winning wars without incurring physical casualties in close combat. The application of artillery is concerned or, or I think the first thing that comes to my mind is that capability development needs to be aligned with technological developments. A one module fits all sizes will be inadequate to tackle the threats due to the dynamics of terrain, space, or force. Our capability development should be futuristic, but also it should be time-based. Secondly, I think we need a balance of equipment. The efficacy of long-range vectors has been effectively seen in non-contact warfare due to their range and lethality being well established. Equally, I think the tube artillery has resulted in a lot of destruction and broken the enemy's will to fight. We need a judicious mix of guns, rockets, and missiles to accrue the operational advantages of each of these systems. I will again re-emphasise the importance of unmanned aerial systems. I think they have a very important role to play in any future battlefield. So, we need, you know, AI-enabled unmanned aerial systems, which will be able to carry out precision targeting. Sidhant Sibal: Capability development plays a pivotal role for any operationally ready Army to meet the contemporary and futuristic challenges. Can you highlight the Regiment of Artillery's capability development plans in the context of the induction of modern weapon systems and ammunition? Lt Gen Adosh Kumar: Today in the regiment of artillery, we are graduating from neutralisation to destruction. We are graduating from quantitative to qualitative firepower, or, I would say, changing from an arm of influence to an arm of decision. Now you asked me about the capability development plan, so I think a capability development plan is premised on six factors. The first is the modernisation of our guns. We are looking at increasing the inventory of our rockets and missiles because of their long range and precision. We are also looking at having more modern and lethal ammunition in our inventory. Looking at reorganising our surveillance architecture, and equally importantly, we are looking at digitising and automating at all levels. We have the ultra-light howitzers which are with us. We have the Dhanush guns. You are aware that, in December last year, we signed a contract for a larger number of K9 guns. These will be delivered in the next two to three years to our regiments. As far as rockets are concerned, I think more regiments of our Pinakas are being added in the near future. In capability development, we are also looking at more missile systems, both cruise missiles and ballistic missiles. As far as munitions, or ammunition, is concerned, I think we are engaged very closely not only with the defence industry, but with academia, also in many projects where we can increase the range of ammunition as well as their lethality. So, there's a lot of progress going on in that field. As far as the unmanned area system is concerned, our Shaktiban regiments and the Divyastra Batteries are being raised to further augment our UAS capability. Sidhant Sibal: In terms of use and deployment of rockets and missiles, what are the future plans for these systems? Lt Gen Adosh Kumar: As far as rockets are concerned, we have in our inventory several rocket systems. We have these Grad rocket systems, we have the Pinaka rocket systems, and we have these smudge rocket systems. So, as far as the Pinaka rocket systems are concerned, like I just mentioned to you, we are inducting more regiments of the Pinakas. And, in fact, the Pinaka rocket system has been a success story of India's Atmanirbharta. We are also now looking at guided, extended ranges which can be fired from Pinaka rockets. The trials of this are already over, and we are hopeful of signing this contract in this financial year itself. You know what this will lead to? This will double the range of my existing Pinaka rockets, and equally importantly, it will give me long precision with this guided as the name implies. So, we are also initiating a case shortly for you to know the capability to fire rockets with 120- and 300-kilometre range, which can be fired from the Pinaka rockets. So, what we're going to have in the near future is a rocket system which can fire a variety of rockets, a variety of rockets in terms of range, a variety of rockets in terms of warheads. Sidhant Sibal: Drone warfare is the new normal in modern-day warfare, and the same has been established by recent conflicts. How is the Regiment of Artillery addressing this important aspect? Lt Gen Adosh Kumar: The advent of unmanned aerial systems has revolutionised modern warfare because they offer a very wide array of applications. In the recent conflicts, we have seen the innovative, imaginative use of operations in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. In Operation Spider Web, we saw the Ukrainians use their kamikaze drones against the Russian strategic bombers and causing some damage. In the Israel-Iran conflict, in Operation Rising Lion, we saw these kamikaze drones being used by Israelis against Iran's air defence, which was quite effective. So, I think you know, it will not be incorrect to say that land warfare has somewhat transitioned into drone warfare. And you know what they say, if it can be seen, it can be hit. So, whether it's a soldier who's carrying a launcher, or whether it's a gun system, or whether it's a tank, or whether it's a command-and-control centre, if you can see it, you can hit it with precision. Sidhant Sibal: In the light of technological advancement and changing warfare dynamics, how is the training methodology re-aligned to meet the requirements? Lt Gen Adosh Kumar: Procuring equipment is one thing, but the ability to operate it effectively is another thing. So, I think we need to train our people to operate these systems very confidently and effectively. So, I think training pedagogy has changed with the advent of this niche technology equipment, both at our training centres, our formation level, and our school of instruction. We've established a Drone Experience Centre. Simulators have been positioned there so that the training is carried out uninterrupted. And this is not restricted only to training on simulators; once they have gathered the requisite proficiency, then we expose them to live firing with these weapon systems. Also, you know, in the school of artillery, we have put these virtual reality observation post simulators. So, our observation post officers can get more realistic training in a realistic environment. Sidhant Sibal: As Head of the Arm, what is your vision and way forward for the Regiment of Artillery? Lt Gen Adosh Kumar: Artillery today represents the true essence of military power by dominating the battlefield. I think modern weaponry has given us increased range and destructive prowess, which has further enhanced our versatility. As far as vision is concerned. I think our vision stems from our Chief of Army Staff's vision, or for decades of transformation to transform the Indian army into an agile and integrated modern force. So, our vision is to transform the arm into a comprehensive and integrated force that can provide all firepower solutions using niche technologies and cutting-edge solutions. Our modernisation is progressing at an appropriate pace. It is giving us time to adapt to these changes. It is giving us time to imbibe technology at all levels. And put into place optimum employment philosophies. It is based on the principle of modernisation through indigenisation, and I think most importantly, it is all-encompassing. It is not only restricted to guns, but also to rockets to missiles to ammunition, and to host of other equipment. Both the public and private sector companies have been fully integrated. We have regular interactions with them. We had one just as recently as last week. So, they are aware of our current and future requirements, and they are fully integrated with them. So, all in all, we are looking at the regiment of artillery in the future, which will be a force to reckon with and on the battlefield, which will be an arm of decision, and which will have a decisive say in the outcome of any battle.

The regiment of artillery is the second largest operational arm of the Indian Army, after the infantry. Comprising over 250 units, the regiment manages a wide array of artillery systems, guns, rockets, missiles, and surveillance assets. &nbsp;

Exclusive: Head of Indian Army's Artillery Division Lt Gen Adosh Kumar speaks to WION on Op Sindoor, modernisation

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar pushed for urgent reforms to the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) and said it is high time for increasing both permanent and non-permanent memberships to make the body more representative. Speaking at the 80th session of the UN General Assembly, Jaishankar said India is prepared to shoulder greater responsibilities as part of a reformed Security Council. “Both permanent and non-permanent membership of the Council must be expanded. A reformed Council must be truly representative. India stands ready to assume greater responsibilities,” Jaishankar said while addressing world leaders. Earlier, Jaishankar questioned the effectiveness of the United Nations in tackling global challenges and said the world must critically assess whether the UN has lived up to expectations amid intensifying conflicts, economic disruptions, and climate concerns.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | At the 80th session of UNGA, EAM Dr S Jaishankar says, &quot;...Both permanent and non-permanent membership of the Council must be expanded. A reformed Council must be truly representative. India stands ready to assume greater responsibilities.&quot; (Source: UN TV) <a href="https://t.co/uELEfZYyNh">pic.twitter.com/uELEfZYyNh</a>&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://twitter.com/ANI/status/1971999709318598721?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 27, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

&nbsp;Jaishankar also highlighted India’s assistance to neighbours during natural disasters and its wider contributions to global stability.“The people of Afghanistan and those of Myanmar saw India extend its hand during recent earthquakes. Our efforts at ensuring safe commerce, combating piracy and preventing attacks on shipping in the northern Arabian Sea also bear mention,” he said.&nbsp;Jaishankar further emphasised India’s diverse international engagement, saying, “Our soldiers ensure peacekeeping, our sailors protect maritime shipping, our security counters terrorism, our doctors and teachers facilitate human development the world over, our industry produces affordable products, our techies promote digitization and our training facilities are open to the world. These remain the core of our foreign policy.”&nbsp;&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | At the 80th session of UNGA, EAM Dr S Jaishankar says, &quot;...The people of Afghanistan and those of Myanmar saw India extend its hand during recent earthquakes. Our efforts at ensuring safe commerce, combating piracy and preventing attacks on shipping in the northern… <a href="https://t.co/EoSeOfFlJw">pic.twitter.com/EoSeOfFlJw</a>&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://twitter.com/ANI/status/1972001358862774481?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 27, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

&nbsp;&nbsp;The minister went on to mention India’s assistance in various forms to other nations and specifically pointed out that India has undertaken more than 600 major development projects in 78 countries besides numerous community-based initiatives, ranging from large infrastructure to livelihoods, from capacity building to people’s welfare, and from concrete assets to education and training.&nbsp;He also drew attention to India’s willingness to help its neighbours amid turbulent times and during moments of crisis.&nbsp;WATCH: India: 'Durga puja' celebration reaches a festive high<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/india-durga-puja-celebration-reaches-a-festive-high-1758991863508/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/india-durga-puja-celebration-reaches-a-festive-high-1758991863508/embed</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;Jaishankar also mentioned India’s role as a ‘first responder’ during climate events and conflicts and how the country extends HADR (Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief).He cited providing essential medicines or relief supplies, the operation of field hospitals or limb fitment camps in 19 nations last year.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/at-least-10-feared-dead-dozens-hospitalised-after-crowd-surge-at-tvk-vijay-rally-in-karur-1758986224752">Crowd surge at TVK Vijay rally in Karur: 38 dead, CM Stalin announces judicial probe, Rs 10 lakh aid</a>&nbsp;Referring to the ongoing conflicts, especially Ukraine and Gaza, Jaishankar said nations who can engage all sides must step-up in the search for solutions, and added that India will support any initiative that will help restore peace.

External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar questioned the effectiveness of the United Nations in tackling global challenges and said the world must critically assess whether the UN has lived up to expectations amid intensifying conflicts, economic disruptions, and climate concerns.

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar pushed for urgent reforms to the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) and said it is high time for increasing both permanent and non-permanent memberships to make the body more representative. Speaking at the 80th session of the UN General Assembly, Jaishankar said India is prepared to shoulder greater responsibilities as part of a reformed Security Council. “Both permanent and non-permanent membership of the Council must be expanded. A reformed Council must be truly representative. India stands ready to assume greater responsibilities,” Jaishankar said while addressing world leaders. Earlier, Jaishankar questioned the effectiveness of the United Nations in tackling global challenges and said the world must critically assess whether the UN has lived up to expectations amid intensifying conflicts, economic disruptions, and climate concerns.

External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar questioned the effectiveness of the United Nations in tackling global challenges and said the world must critically assess whether the UN has lived up to expectations amid intensifying conflicts, economic disruptions, and climate concerns.

Jaishankar calls for UNSC expansion, says India ready for bigger role, responsibilities

Indian Foreign Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday (Sep 27) said that “tariff volatility” and “uncertain market access” have resulted in a growing compulsion of de-risking. This comes amid the global trade tensions unleashed by US President Donald Trump. Meanwhile, negotiations are ongoing between New Delhi and Washington to discuss a Bilateral Trade Agreement.“When it came to trade, non-market practices gamed rules and regimes. The resulting concentration exposed the world to leveraging. On top of that, we now see tariff volatility and uncertain market access. As a result, de-risking is a growing compulsion, whether from limited sources of supply or over-dependence on a particular market,” Jaishankar said.He further added, “Economic concerns have other dimensions as well. Heightened technology control is one. The grip on supply chains and critical minerals is another. The shaping of connectivity is no less sensitive. Protection of key sea lanes has become a challenge. Restricting the evolution of a global workplace is an issue.”Trade talks between India and the US are ongoing. A day earlier, a team of Indian diplomats, led by Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal, returned to India after holding discussions with the US delegation in New York. Following the talks, Goyal said that India and the US are aiming to “achieve an early conclusion” to the trade deal. The recent meeting followed negotiations held in New Delhi earlier this month.“The delegation had constructive meetings with the U.S. Government on various aspects of the deal. Both sides exchanged views on possible contours of the deal and it was decided to continue the engagements with a view to achieve early conclusion of a mutually beneficial Trade Agreement,” he said.The trade relations between New Delhi and Washington strained after Trump imposed a 50 per cent tariff on Indian goods last month, citing unfair trade policies and Russian oil purchases. The discussions are ongoing between the two nations to finalise a Bilateral Trade Agreement.

This comes amid the global trade tensions unleashed by US President Donald Trump. Meanwhile, negotiations are ongoing between New Delhi and Washington to discuss a Bilateral Trade Agreement.

Indian Foreign Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday (Sep 27) said that “tariff volatility” and “uncertain market access” have resulted in a growing compulsion of de-risking. This comes amid the global trade tensions unleashed by US President Donald Trump. Meanwhile, negotiations are ongoing between New Delhi and Washington to discuss a Bilateral Trade Agreement. “When it came to trade, non-market practices gamed rules and regimes. The resulting concentration exposed the world to leveraging. On top of that, we now see tariff volatility and uncertain market access. As a result, de-risking is a growing compulsion, whether from limited sources of supply or over-dependence on a particular market,” Jaishankar said. He further added, “Economic concerns have other dimensions as well. Heightened technology control is one. The grip on supply chains and critical minerals is another. The shaping of connectivity is no less sensitive. Protection of key sea lanes has become a challenge. Restricting the evolution of a global workplace is an issue.” Trade talks between India and the US are ongoing. A day earlier, a team of Indian diplomats, led by Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal, returned to India after holding discussions with the US delegation in New York. Following the talks, Goyal said that India and the US are aiming to “achieve an early conclusion” to the trade deal. The recent meeting followed negotiations held in New Delhi earlier this month. “The delegation had constructive meetings with the U.S. Government on various aspects of the deal. Both sides exchanged views on possible contours of the deal and it was decided to continue the engagements with a view to achieve early conclusion of a mutually beneficial Trade Agreement,” he said. The trade relations between New Delhi and Washington strained after Trump imposed a 50 per cent tariff on Indian goods last month, citing unfair trade policies and Russian oil purchases. The discussions are ongoing between the two nations to finalise a Bilateral Trade Agreement.

This comes amid the global trade tensions unleashed by US President Donald Trump. Meanwhile, negotiations are ongoing between New Delhi and Washington to discuss a Bilateral Trade Agreement.

‘De-risking is a growing compulsion’: Jaishankar highlights ‘tariff volatility’ at UN amid trade tensions with US

Actor-turned-politician and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) president Vijay has finally broken his silence after the tragic loss of 38 lives in the crowd surge at his rally in Karur, Tamil Nadu on Saturday. &nbsp;In a post on X late in the night, Vijay wrote, “My heart is shattered; I am writhing in unbearable, indescribable pain and sorrow that words cannot express. I extend my deepest condolences and sympathies to the families of my dear brothers and sisters who lost their lives in Karur. I pray for the swift recovery of those receiving treatment in the hospital.”&nbsp;&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">இதயம் நொறுங்கிப் போய் இருக்கிறேன்; தாங்க முடியாத, வார்த்தைகளால் சொல்ல முடியாத வேதனையிலும் துயரத்திலும் உழன்று கொண்டிருக்கிறேன். கரூரில் உயிரிழந்த எனதருமை சகோதர சகோதரிகளின் குடும்பங்களுக்கு என் ஆழ்ந்த அனுதாபங்களையும், இரங்கலையும் தெரிவித்துக்கொள்கிறேன். மருத்துவமனையில் சிகிச்சை…&mdash; TVK Vijay (@TVKVijayHQ) <a href="https://twitter.com/TVKVijayHQ/status/1971994536458219652?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 27, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

At least 38 people, including women and children, died in Karur. Several people fainted at the heavily overcrowded rally as the crowd went out of control, forcing the actor-turned-politician to temporarily pause his speech.&nbsp;&nbsp;Questions are being raised over the lapses in planning and crowd management that turned the political rally into a tragedy.&nbsp;According to reports citing police records, TVK had submitted a letter to Karur Police on September 25, stating it expected a turnout of around 10,000 people. However, by Saturday evening, nearly 30,000 to 35,000 people flooded the venue, overwhelming security and logistical arrangements.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/at-least-10-feared-dead-dozens-hospitalised-after-crowd-surge-at-tvk-vijay-rally-in-karur-1758986224752">Crowd surge at TVK Vijay rally in Karur: 38 dead, CM Stalin announces judicial probe, Rs 10 lakh aid</a>&nbsp;Karur Police had specified several conditions for the rally, including separate entry and exit points, barricading around the stage and buffer zones to regulate crowd flow. However, these measures were implemented properly as eyewitnesses said barricades were broken when the crowd surged toward the stage. Moreover, narrow pathways and choke points made early and safe exit almost impossible.&nbsp;Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Stalin ordered a judicial probe and announced a commission to be headed by retired judge Aruna Jagadeesan to probe into the circumstances that led to the tragedy. The CM also announced Rs 10 lakh aid to the families of the deceased and Rs 1 lakh for all those injured. Stalin also directed the collectors of Tiruchi, Salem, and Dindigul to go to Karur and coordinate relief works.&nbsp;“I will personally visit Karur tonight to console the bereaved families and meet those injured who are undergoing treatment in hospitals,” Stalin added.&nbsp;

As per reports, TVK had submitted a letter to Karur Police on September 25, stating it expected a turnout of around 10,000 people. However,  nearly 30,000 to 35,000 people flooded the venue on Saturday evening, overwhelming security and logistical arrangements.

Actor-turned-politician and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) president Vijay has finally broken his silence after the tragic loss of 38 lives in the crowd surge at his rally in Karur, Tamil Nadu on Saturday. In a post on X late in the night, Vijay wrote, “My heart is shattered; I am writhing in unbearable, indescribable pain and sorrow that words cannot express. I extend my deepest condolences and sympathies to the families of my dear brothers and sisters who lost their lives in Karur. I pray for the swift recovery of those receiving treatment in the hospital.”

As per reports, TVK had submitted a letter to Karur Police on September 25, stating it expected a turnout of around 10,000 people. However, &nbsp;nearly 30,000 to 35,000 people flooded the venue on Saturday evening, overwhelming security and logistical arrangements.

‘Heart shattered, writhing in unbearable pain and sorrow’: Vijay expresses condolences after Karur tragedy

Minister of External Affairs of India, S Jaishankar, in his UN General Assembly speech on Saturday (September 27), called Pakistan the epicentre of terrorism. Mentioning the April 22 terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, the Indian minister said, “India exercised its right to defend its people.”&nbsp;"The most recent example of cross-border barbarism was the murder of innocent tourists in Pahalgam in April this year. India exercised its right to defend its people against terrorism and brought its organizers and perpetrators to justice.," Jaishankar said.&nbsp;"Because terrorism is a shared threat, it is essential that there is much deeper international cooperation. When nations openly declare terrorism as state policy, when terror hubs operate on an industrial scale, when terrorists are publicly glorified, then such actions must be unequivocally condemned. The financing of terrorism must be choked, even as prominent terrorists are sanctioned. Relentless pressure must be applied on the entire terrorism eco-system. Those who condone nations that sponsor terror will find that it comes back to bite them," the Indian minister added.&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">&quot;India exercised its right to defend its people and briught perpetrators and organisers of terror,&quot; says Indian EAM Dr. S. Jaishankar on the Pahalgam terror attack.&#39; <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/PahalgamTerrorAttack?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#PahalgamTerrorAttack</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/UNGA?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#UNGA</a> <a href="https://t.co/2O7OCs8g5T">pic.twitter.com/2O7OCs8g5T</a>&mdash; WION (@WIONews) <a href="https://twitter.com/WIONews/status/1971998137226055792?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 27, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Jaishankar highlights ‘tariff volatility’&nbsp;Jaishankar said that “tariff volatility” and “uncertain market access” have resulted in a growing compulsion of de-risking. This comes amid the global trade tensions unleashed by US President Donald Trump. Meanwhile, negotiations are ongoing between New Delhi and Washington to discuss a Bilateral Trade Agreement.&nbsp;“When it came to trade, non-market practices gamed rules and regimes. The resulting concentration exposed the world to leveraging. On top of that, we now see tariff volatility and uncertain market access. As a result, de-risking is a growing compulsion, whether from limited sources of supply or over-dependence on a particular market,” Jaishankar said.&nbsp;He further added, “Economic concerns have other dimensions as well. Heightened technology control is one. The grip on supply chains and critical minerals is another. The shaping of connectivity is no less sensitive. Protection of key sea lanes has become a challenge. Restricting the evolution of a global workplace is an issue.” &nbsp;

Minister of External Affairs of India, S Jaishankar, in his UN General Assembly speech on Saturday (September 27), called Pakistan the epicentre of terrorism. 

Minister of External Affairs of India, S Jaishankar, in his UN General Assembly speech on Saturday (September 27), called Pakistan the epicentre of terrorism. Mentioning the April 22 terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, the Indian minister said, “India exercised its right to defend its people.” "The most recent example of cross-border barbarism was the murder of innocent tourists in Pahalgam in April this year. India exercised its right to defend its people against terrorism and brought its organizers and perpetrators to justice.," Jaishankar said. "Because terrorism is a shared threat, it is essential that there is much deeper international cooperation. When nations openly declare terrorism as state policy, when terror hubs operate on an industrial scale, when terrorists are publicly glorified, then such actions must be unequivocally condemned. The financing of terrorism must be choked, even as prominent terrorists are sanctioned. Relentless pressure must be applied on the entire terrorism eco-system. Those who condone nations that sponsor terror will find that it comes back to bite them," the Indian minister added.

'India exercised its right to defend its people': S Jaishankar slams Pakistan, calls Islamabad 'epicentre of terrorism'.&nbsp;

'India exercised its right to defend its people': S Jaishankar slams Pakistan for Pahalgam attack, calls Islamabad 'epicentre of terrorism'

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on Saturday (Sep 27) backed the application of India and Brazil for permanent seats at the United Nations Security Council in his speech at the UN General Assembly in New York. He also stressed the significance of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation and BRICS, which comprises Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, the UAE and Indonesia, as a mechanism for coordinating the interests of the Global South.“The issue of Security Council reform is particularly important. Russia calls for its democratisation exclusively through the expansion of the representation of Asia, Africa and Latin America. We support the application of Brazil and India for permanent seats on the Council, while at the same time correcting the historical injustice towards Africa within the parameters that have been agreed by the countries of the continent themselves,” Lavrov said.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Russia&#39;s Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov says we support the application of Brazil, India for permanent seats at the UNSC.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Russia?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Russia</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/UNGA?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#UNGA</a> <a href="https://t.co/ETbtTXjFFD">pic.twitter.com/ETbtTXjFFD</a>&mdash; WION (@WIONews) <a href="https://twitter.com/WIONews/status/1971983680651645165?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 27, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Lavrov further asserted that the global balance of power has changed significantly in the 80 years since the UN was founded in 1945. “These new realities are not being adequately reflected in our organisational framework,” he said.He further added, “The global majority is loudly asserting its rights. The SCO and BRICS play a special role as mechanisms for coordinating the interests of the Global South and East.”Painting a narrative of ‘Global South awakening,’ Lavrov stressed that countries in Asia, Africa and Latin America demand a more just representation.“The process of decolonisation and other major upheavals have changed the political map of the planet,” he said. He also proposed declaring a Day of Struggle Against Colonialism on December 14.The Russian minister noted that Moscow’s push to bring reform to the UNSC is not revolutionary but corrective. “Russia advocates for reforming the UN Security Council but does not campaign for a revolution against anyone,” he said.

Lavrov also stressed the significance of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation and BRICS, which comprises Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, the UAE and Indonesia, as a mechanism for coordinating the interests of the Global South.

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on Saturday (Sep 27) backed the application of India and Brazil for permanent seats at the United Nations Security Council in his speech at the UN General Assembly in New York. He also stressed the significance of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation and BRICS, which comprises Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, the UAE and Indonesia, as a mechanism for coordinating the interests of the Global South. “The issue of Security Council reform is particularly important. Russia calls for its democratisation exclusively through the expansion of the representation of Asia, Africa and Latin America. We support the application of Brazil and India for permanent seats on the Council, while at the same time correcting the historical injustice towards Africa within the parameters that have been agreed by the countries of the continent themselves,” Lavrov said.

Lavrov also stressed the significance of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation and BRICS, which comprises Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, the UAE and Indonesia, as a mechanism for coordinating the interests of the Global South.

Lavrov backs India’s permanent seat at UNSC, hails role of SCO and BRICS in Global South, East

The death toll in the crowd surge at the TVK rally in Karur has increased to 38. The victims include six children, nine men and 16 women. The victims died after collapsing in a crowd surge during a rally addressed by Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) president and actor Vijay in Karur, Tamil Nadu, on Saturday. A massive crowd had gathered for the meeting, part of actor-turned-politician Vijay’s ongoing state tour. Several people fainted in the rush and were rushed to the Karur Medical College Hospital and nearby private hospitals. Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Stalin ordered a judicial probe and announced a commission to be headed by retired judge Aruna Jagadeesan to probe into the circumstances that led to the tragedy. The CM also announced Rs 10 lakh aid to the families of the deceased, and Rs 1 lakh for all those injured. Stalin also directed the collectors of Tiruchi, Salem, and Dindigul to go to Karur and co-ordinate relief works.&nbsp;“I will personally visit Karur tonight to console the bereaved families and meet those injured who are undergoing treatment in hospitals,” Stalin added.&nbsp;Tamil Nadu Health Minister Ma. Subramanian had earlier confirmed that at least 29 people were dead and 50 persons were undergoing treatment at various hospitals. For proper treatment of the injured, 24 doctors from Tiruchi and 20 doctors from Salem were being mobilised to Karur.&nbsp;Union Home Minister Amit Shah spoke to CM MK Stalin and Governor RN Ravi to take stock of the situation following the tragedy in Karur and promised all necessary support.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/-heart-shattered-writhing-in-unbearable-pain-and-sorrow-vijay-expresses-condolences-after-karur-tragedy-1758996045488">‘Heart shattered, writhing in unbearable pain and sorrow’: Vijay expresses condolences after Karur tragedy</a>

In a post on X, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin said news from Karur was concerning. Stalin said he had instructed former Minister V. Senthilbalaji, Health Minister Ma. Subramanian and the District Collector to ensure immediate treatment for the people who were caught in the crowd surge.“I have also ordered the minister from Tiruchi, Anbil Mahesh, to extend help on a war footing,” he said in the tweet.&nbsp;CM Stalin said he had also spoken to the ADGP to take measures to ensure normalcy returns soon. He also requested the public and doctors to extend co-operation to the public. The CM appealed to the general public in Karur to cooperate with doctors and police.&nbsp;He said he has instructed top police officials to take appropriate steps to restore normalcy in Karur.&nbsp;&nbsp;CM MK Stalin was holding an urgent meeting at the secretariat in Chennai after the tragedy at Karur rally.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Stampede-like situation erupts at actor Vijay&#39;s rally in Tamil Nadu. At least 10 are feared dead.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TamilNadu?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TamilNadu</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Vijay?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Vijay</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TVK?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TVK</a> <a href="https://t.co/Wqm68rJ0As">pic.twitter.com/Wqm68rJ0As</a>&mdash; WION (@WIONews) <a href="https://twitter.com/WIONews/status/1971965024945197443?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 27, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Visuals shared online showed a huge crowd as thousands of people were seen on both sides of the road to catch a glimpse of the actor-turned-politician, while his campaign vehicle crawled through the middle of the street.&nbsp;The crowd kept swelling and became uncontrollable, which led to chaos.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">VIDEO | TVK leader Vijay pauses speech in Karur, distributes water to people, arranges for ambulance for those in the crowd feeling suffocated. (Full video available on PTI Videos - <a href="https://t.co/n147TvrpG7">https://t.co/n147TvrpG7</a>) <a href="https://t.co/uCBNuilCBZ">pic.twitter.com/uCBNuilCBZ</a>&mdash; Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) <a href="https://twitter.com/PTI_News/status/1971950922164326589?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 27, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

&nbsp;<h2>Deeply saddening incident, says PM Modi</h2>&nbsp;Prime Minister Narendra Modi condoled the loss of lives in the Karur crowd surge during Vijay’s political rally, calling the incident “deeply saddening.” He expressed his condolences to the families of the victims, wished them strength in this difficult time, and prayed for the speedy recovery of those injured.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">The unfortunate incident during a political rally in Karur, Tamil Nadu, is deeply saddening. My thoughts are with the families who have lost their loved ones. Wishing strength to them in this difficult time. Praying for a swift recovery to all those injured.&mdash; Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) <a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi/status/1971968033771127290?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 27, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

&nbsp;Earlier, Karur Medical College hospital dean R. Shanthimalar told The Hindu, “As of now, seven adults and three children have died. More cases are coming in, and ambulances are still arriving. We need more time to compile the complete details.”Vijay ended his speech ahead of the scheduled time.&nbsp;DMK minister Senthil Balaji and the district collector visited the hospital to assess the situation.As the crowd grew increasingly dense, several people and children reportedly fainted after which Vijay halted his address and called for maintaining calm.&nbsp;This rally was part of Vijay’s ongoing statewide tour ahead of the 2026 Assembly elections. Authorities and event organisers were able to restore order following the incident.&nbsp;

Several people fainted in the rush and were rushed to the Karur Medical College Hospital and nearby private hospitals. As the crowd grew increasingly dense, several people and children reportedly fainted after which Vijay halted his address and called for maintaining calm.

The death toll in the crowd surge at the TVK rally in Karur has increased to 38. The victims include six children, nine men and 16 women. The victims died after collapsing in a crowd surge during a rally addressed by Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) president and actor Vijay in Karur, Tamil Nadu, on Saturday. A massive crowd had gathered for the meeting, part of actor-turned-politician Vijay’s ongoing state tour. Several people fainted in the rush and were rushed to the Karur Medical College Hospital and nearby private hospitals. Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Stalin ordered a judicial probe and announced a commission to be headed by retired judge Aruna Jagadeesan to probe into the circumstances that led to the tragedy. The CM also announced Rs 10 lakh aid to the families of the deceased, and Rs 1 lakh for all those injured. Stalin also directed the collectors of Tiruchi, Salem, and Dindigul to go to Karur and co-ordinate relief works. “I will personally visit Karur tonight to console the bereaved families and meet those injured who are undergoing treatment in hospitals,” Stalin added. Tamil Nadu Health Minister Ma. Subramanian had earlier confirmed that at least 29 people were dead and 50 persons were undergoing treatment at various hospitals. For proper treatment of the injured, 24 doctors from Tiruchi and 20 doctors from Salem were being mobilised to Karur. Union Home Minister Amit Shah spoke to CM MK Stalin and Governor RN Ravi to take stock of the situation following the tragedy in Karur and promised all necessary support. Also Read: ‘Heart shattered, writhing in unbearable pain and sorrow’: Vijay expresses condolences after Karur tragedy

Several people fainted in the rush and were rushed to the Karur Medical College Hospital and nearby private hospitals. As the crowd grew increasingly dense, several people and children reportedly fainted after which Vijay halted his address and called for maintaining calm.

Crowd surge at TVK Vijay rally in Karur: 38 dead, CM Stalin announces judicial probe, Rs 10 lakh aid

A 10-member Special Investigation Team (SIT) has been set up to investigate the violence that broke out in Bareilly on Friday, following a protest linked to the “I Love Muhammad” campaign. Police arrested eight people, including the cleric Maulana Tauqeer Raza Khan who is also the chief of Ittehad-e-Millat Council chief, accusing him of instigating the unrest. A local court remanded Raza and the seven others to 14-day judicial custody. “Maulana Tauqeer Raza, the main conspirator of the Bareilly unrest, along with seven mischievous elements, have been arrested, produced in court, and sent to judicial custody,” said Bareilly District Magistrate Avinash Singh at a joint press briefing with SSP Anurag Arya.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">VIDEO | Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh: SSP Anurag Arya addresses the press over the detention of Tauqeer Raza Khan, chief of Ittehad-e-Millat Council, in connection with Friday violence. He says, &quot;We will ensure that whosoever were involved (in the violence) and named in the 10 FIRs,… <a href="https://t.co/FNi8ABaVup">pic.twitter.com/FNi8ABaVup</a>&mdash; Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) <a href="https://twitter.com/PTI_News/status/1971864407010693245?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 27, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

&nbsp;&nbsp;Officials said a crowd gathered outside Raza’s house after he posted a video in support of the campaign and it continued to swell.District Magistrate Avinash Singh said Raza’s representatives had been informed that permission for procession or protest has not been granted.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pakistan-defence-minister-khawaja-asif-fumbles-seven-times-in-unsc-speech-gets-trolled-watch-1758895298255">Pakistan defence minister Khawaja Asif fumbles seven times in UNSC speech, gets trolled | Watch</a>&nbsp;“We had told his representative that Section 163 of the BNSS had been imposed and that no gathering would be allowed. They agreed and assured us that they would not hold the march. However, some people tried to go ahead after Friday prayers, and that led to the situation turning tense,” the DM said.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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&nbsp;&nbsp;The clashes erupted outside a mosque in the Kotwali area after Friday prayers, when a large crowd carrying “I Love Muhammad” posters turned violent over the cancellation of the proposed demonstration.Protesters pelted stones, vandalised vehicles, and allegedly fired in the air, injuring about 22 police personnel.The police responded with a lathi charge and tear gas to disperse the mob.&nbsp;<h2>‘Tauqeer Raza’s provocative speeches incited youth’</h2>&nbsp;Officials said Raza delivered provocative speeches that incited youth to join the protest, creating chaos from Khaleel Tiraha to the Islamia Ground. The seven other accused were identified as Sarfaraz, Manifuddin, Azeem Ahmed, Mohammed Sharif, Mohammed Aamir, Rehan, and Mohammad Sarfaraz. Authorities have detained 36 others after identifying them through video footage.According to the SSP, Raza was under surveillance on Friday and was formally arrested in the early hours of Saturday by a team led by SP (Traffic) Akmal Khan.Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has directed strict action against those responsible and ordered enhanced security ahead of Dussehra. He said miscreants must be identified through video evidence and social media monitoring, stressing that “no one should be spared."Raza, who has been politically active in Bareilly for over two decades, remains a polarising figure with a support base in parts of western Uttar Pradesh.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/drones-sighted-over-denmark-s-military-bases-as-eu-mulls-setting-up-a-defensive-wall-1758977234028">Drones sighted over Denmark’s military bases as EU mulls setting up a defensive wall</a><h2>UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath issues warning</h2>&nbsp;Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath issued a warning after violent clashes took place between locals and the police in Bareilly. Speaking at the “Viksit UP” event on Saturday, Adityanath said that any disruptions will be met with stringent punishment.Adityanath said, “Yesterday, a Maulana forgot who is in power in the state. He thought he could halt the system whenever he wanted, but we made it clear that there would be neither a roadblock nor a curfew. However, the lesson we have taught will make future generations think twice before rioting.”&nbsp;WATCH: Epstein files: Elon Musk, Peter Thiel, Steve Bannon among names in new documents<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/epstein-files-elon-musk-peter-thiel-steve-bannon-among-names-in-new-documents-1758977455172/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/epstein-files-elon-musk-peter-thiel-steve-bannon-among-names-in-new-documents-1758977455172/embed</a>&nbsp;

The clashes erupted outside a mosque in Kotwali area after Friday prayers, when a crowd carrying “I Love Muhammad” posters turned violent. Protesters pelted stones, vandalised vehicles, and allegedly fired in the air, injuring about 22 police personnel.

A 10-member Special Investigation Team (SIT) has been set up to investigate the violence that broke out in Bareilly on Friday, following a protest linked to the “I Love Muhammad” campaign. Police arrested eight people, including the cleric Maulana Tauqeer Raza Khan who is also the chief of Ittehad-e-Millat Council chief, accusing him of instigating the unrest. A local court remanded Raza and the seven others to 14-day judicial custody. “Maulana Tauqeer Raza, the main conspirator of the Bareilly unrest, along with seven mischievous elements, have been arrested, produced in court, and sent to judicial custody,” said Bareilly District Magistrate Avinash Singh at a joint press briefing with SSP Anurag Arya.

The clashes erupted outside a mosque in Kotwali area after Friday prayers, when a crowd carrying “I Love Muhammad” posters turned violent. Protesters pelted stones, vandalised vehicles, and allegedly fired in the air, injuring about 22 police personnel.

10-member SIT to probe Bareilly violence; cleric arrested, internet suspended

Harjit Kaur, a 73-year-old Sikh woman who was deported from the United States after being there for over 30 years, claimed that she was mistreated after she was arrested by Immigration and Customs Enforcement officials earlier this month. Kaur said that she was barely given food she could eat, given that she is vegetarian, and was given no medicine.Speaking to the media after her return to India, Kaur said, “I couldn’t even eat the food they gave because I am a vegetarian. They served beef, which I don’t eat,” PTI reportedKaur described that she was moved to various locations in the US before she was deported to New Delhi. She is currently living at her sister’s house in Mohali.“I was arrested on September 8, and taken to Fresno. From there, I was taken to Bakersfield, where I stayed for 8-10 days. I was then taken to Arizona, from where I was sent to Delhi in a flight that took 18 to 19 hours. From there, my brother-in-law picked me up,” she told ANI.When asked whether she was provided food and medicines during the flight, she said that she was only given “some chips and two cookies,” adding that “They didn’t provide any medicine or anything else.”Talking about her future, she said that she can’t do anything and that only her children can do anything about it now.“My children over there will do something,” she said. “I cannot do anything.” When asked if she would like to return to the US, Kaur replied, “Definitely. My entire family is out there.”Kaur was among the 132 deportees on the plane, including 15 Colombian nationals. “There were two good officers on board who did not cuff me, although the other deportees were cuffed and shackled,” she said.

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<h2>What her lawyer said</h2>According to her lawyer, Deepak Ahluwalia, she was not given an opportunity to say goodbye to her family before she was deported to India. Kaur was held at a facility briefly, where she was forced to sleep on the floor with just a blanket. “She was unable to get up as she had a double knee replacement surgery. She was also denied a shower the entire time,” Ahluwalia said.“Prior to the flight on Monday, she and some other detainees were given wet wipes and told to just clean up before boarding the plane from Georgia to Armenia. From Armenia, she came to Delhi on an ICE chartered plane,” he said. “Thankfully, they did not cuff her, a process followed earlier. One officer was apparently trying to cuff her, but another said to avoid the process, considering her age.”Kaur migrated to the US in 1992 with her two sons. Her asylum claim was denied in 2012, after which she remained under ICE supervision. According to her family, she was repeatedly told that she could stay in the US until her travel documents were arranged by Indian authorities. They added that she had “faithfully reported” to ICE in San Francisco every six months for the last 13 years and has been paying taxes.

Kaur described that she was moved to various locations in the US before she was deported to New Delhi. She is currently living at her sister’s house in Mohali.

Harjit Kaur, a 73-year-old Sikh woman who was deported from the United States after being there for over 30 years, claimed that she was mistreated after she was arrested by Immigration and Customs Enforcement officials earlier this month. Kaur said that she was barely given food she could eat, given that she is vegetarian, and was given no medicine. Speaking to the media after her return to India, Kaur said, “I couldn’t even eat the food they gave because I am a vegetarian. They served beef, which I don’t eat,” PTI reported Kaur described that she was moved to various locations in the US before she was deported to New Delhi. She is currently living at her sister’s house in Mohali. “I was arrested on September 8, and taken to Fresno. From there, I was taken to Bakersfield, where I stayed for 8-10 days. I was then taken to Arizona, from where I was sent to Delhi in a flight that took 18 to 19 hours. From there, my brother-in-law picked me up,” she told ANI. When asked whether she was provided food and medicines during the flight, she said that she was only given “some chips and two cookies,” adding that “They didn’t provide any medicine or anything else.” Talking about her future, she said that she can’t do anything and that only her children can do anything about it now. “My children over there will do something,” she said. “I cannot do anything.” When asked if she would like to return to the US, Kaur replied, “Definitely. My entire family is out there.” Kaur was among the 132 deportees on the plane, including 15 Colombian nationals. “There were two good officers on board who did not cuff me, although the other deportees were cuffed and shackled,” she said.

Kaur described that she was moved to various locations in the US before she was deported to New Delhi. She is currently living at her sister’s house in Mohali.

‘Served beef, didn’t provide medicine’: Indian-origin woman, 73, recounts treatment during ICE detention, deportation flight to India

A day after his arrest in the Leh protest for the statehood of the Union Territory, the Ladakh Police is now investigating an alleged Pakistan link to the activist Sonam Wangchuk. Ladakh Director General of Police (DGP), SD Singh Jamwal, said on Saturday (September 27), “We arrested a Pakistan PIO (intelligence operative) in the recent past who was reporting on him." He raised questions of Wangchuk's visit to Pakistan, claiming, “He had attended a Dawn (media house) event in Pakistan. So, there is a big question mark on him.”&nbsp;Jamwal claimed that the activist had a “history of instigating” while highlighting his mentions of the Arab Spring, Nepal, and Bangladesh. “The investigation into his funding is going on for FCRA violation,” the DGP added.&nbsp;Jamwal said that provocative speeches were made by “so-called environmental activists” in the lead-up to the protests in Leh.&nbsp;Also read:<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-s-jaishankar-unga-india-exercised-its-right-to-defend-its-people-s-jaishankar-slams-pakistan-calls-islamabad-epicentre-of-terrorism-1758993930892">'India exercised its right to defend its people': Jaishankar on Pahalgam attack</a>&nbsp;The Ministry of Home Affairs has stated that activist Sonam Wangchuk's remarks during his hunger strike in Leh inflamed public sentiments, contributing to the violent escalation of protests on September 24, 2025. According to the ministry, these demonstrations turned chaotic as crowds assaulted government offices, set vehicles ablaze, and engaged in fierce clashes with law enforcement. In response, security forces resorted to firing, resulting in the tragic loss of four civilian lives.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/at-least-10-feared-dead-dozens-hospitalised-after-crowd-surge-at-tvk-vijay-rally-in-karur-1758986224752">Crowd surge at TVK Vijay rally in Karur: 38 dead, CM Stalin announces judicial probe, Rs 10 lakh aid</a>&nbsp;In the wake of activist Sonam Wangchuk's arrest, authorities in Leh have suspended mobile internet services across the region to curb potential unrest. Additionally, security forces have been heavily deployed to sensitive areas to maintain order and prevent further escalation of tensions.&nbsp;Where's proof? AAP questions Meanwhile, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Saurabh Bharadwaj slammed Jamwal for his allegations and asked for the proof.&nbsp;“This is the central government’s DGP who has booked Sonam Wangchuk, a globally awarded personality, under sedition and NSA. When asked about the reason for NSA, just look at his expressions, listen to his words—it is as if someone is narrating gossip at a roadside shop. Is this the way an officer should speak?” the AAP leader wrote on X.&nbsp;

Jamwal claimed that the activist  had a history of instigating while highlighting his mentions of the Arab Spring, Nepal, and Bangladesh. 

A day after his arrest in the Leh protest for the statehood of the Union Territory, the Ladakh Police is now investigating an alleged Pakistan link to the activist Sonam Wangchuk. Ladakh Director General of Police (DGP), SD Singh Jamwal, said on Saturday (September 27), “We arrested a Pakistan PIO (intelligence operative) in the recent past who was reporting on him." He raised questions of Wangchuk's visit to Pakistan, claiming, “He had attended a Dawn (media house) event in Pakistan. So, there is a big question mark on him.” Jamwal claimed that the activist had a “history of instigating” while highlighting his mentions of the Arab Spring, Nepal, and Bangladesh. “The investigation into his funding is going on for FCRA violation,” the DGP added. Jamwal said that provocative speeches were made by “so-called environmental activists” in the lead-up to the protests in Leh. Also read:'India exercised its right to defend its people': Jaishankar on Pahalgam attack The Ministry of Home Affairs has stated that activist Sonam Wangchuk's remarks during his hunger strike in Leh inflamed public sentiments, contributing to the violent escalation of protests on September 24, 2025. According to the ministry, these demonstrations turned chaotic as crowds assaulted government offices, set vehicles ablaze, and engaged in fierce clashes with law enforcement. In response, security forces resorted to firing, resulting in the tragic loss of four civilian lives. Also read: Crowd surge at TVK Vijay rally in Karur: 38 dead, CM Stalin announces judicial probe, Rs 10 lakh aid In the wake of activist Sonam Wangchuk's arrest, authorities in Leh have suspended mobile internet services across the region to curb potential unrest. Additionally, security forces have been heavily deployed to sensitive areas to maintain order and prevent further escalation of tensions. Where's proof? AAP questions Meanwhile, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Saurabh Bharadwaj slammed Jamwal for his allegations and asked for the proof. “This is the central government’s DGP who has booked Sonam Wangchuk, a globally awarded personality, under sedition and NSA. When asked about the reason for NSA, just look at his expressions, listen to his words—it is as if someone is narrating gossip at a roadside shop. Is this the way an officer should speak?” the AAP leader wrote on X.

Jamwal claimed that the activist &nbsp;had a “history of instigating” while highlighting his mentions of the Arab Spring, Nepal, and Bangladesh.&nbsp;

‘There is a big question mark on him’: Ladakh DGP alleges Sonam Wangchuk has ‘Pakistan link’, shares details of his foreign visits

Curfew remains in effect for the fourth consecutive day in Leh, Ladakh, following recent violence, with intensified patrolling and security checks by police and paramilitary forces. The Leh Police have announced a phased curfew relaxation to provide temporary relief. The curfew will be lifted in the Old City from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM, and in the New Area from 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM.Lt Governor of Ladakh. Kavinder Gupta today chaired a high-level security review meeting to assess the current situation across Ladakh, emphasizing the need for heightened vigilance, seamless inter-agency coordination, &amp; proactive measures to safeguard peace, security, &amp; public order across the Union Territory.The detention of prominent climate activist Sonam Wangchuk under the National Security Act (NSA) on Friday has sparked widespread concern and drawn significant attention from political parties and various sections of society.Sonam Wangchuk, a Magsaysay Award recipient renowned for his climate advocacy, was arrested and transferred to Jodhpur. His detention followed closely on the heels of protests led by 'Gen Z' activists in Leh, which erupted two days earlier, calling for statehood for Ladakh and its inclusion under the Sixth Schedule of the Indian Constitution.''There has been a demand for a sixth schedule and statehood after Ladakh became a UT. Centre has always engaged groups from Ladakh. There are already reservations. An ongoing process was going on. To sabotage and derail talks some so-called activists and others tried hard including Sonam Wangchuk. Attempt was made to create unease and change the atmosphere. We know statements were made from the platforms and provocative speeches were made, and we had registered FIR. Around 5-7k people pelted stones at buildings and attacked police and forces, '' said S D Singh Jamwal, DG Leh.According to local leaders involved in the agitation, over 50 individuals have been detained since the clashes began. Prohibitory orders banning gatherings of five or more people remain in force across major towns in the Union Territory, including Kargil. &nbsp;

The detention of prominent climate activist Sonam Wangchuk under the National Security Act (NSA) on Friday has sparked widespread concern and drawn significant attention from political parties and various sections of society.

Curfew remains in effect for the fourth consecutive day in Leh, Ladakh, following recent violence, with intensified patrolling and security checks by police and paramilitary forces. The Leh Police have announced a phased curfew relaxation to provide temporary relief. The curfew will be lifted in the Old City from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM, and in the New Area from 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM. Lt Governor of Ladakh. Kavinder Gupta today chaired a high-level security review meeting to assess the current situation across Ladakh, emphasizing the need for heightened vigilance, seamless inter-agency coordination, & proactive measures to safeguard peace, security, & public order across the Union Territory. The detention of prominent climate activist Sonam Wangchuk under the National Security Act (NSA) on Friday has sparked widespread concern and drawn significant attention from political parties and various sections of society. Sonam Wangchuk, a Magsaysay Award recipient renowned for his climate advocacy, was arrested and transferred to Jodhpur. His detention followed closely on the heels of protests led by 'Gen Z' activists in Leh, which erupted two days earlier, calling for statehood for Ladakh and its inclusion under the Sixth Schedule of the Indian Constitution. ''There has been a demand for a sixth schedule and statehood after Ladakh became a UT. Centre has always engaged groups from Ladakh. There are already reservations. An ongoing process was going on. To sabotage and derail talks some so-called activists and others tried hard including Sonam Wangchuk. Attempt was made to create unease and change the atmosphere. We know statements were made from the platforms and provocative speeches were made, and we had registered FIR. Around 5-7k people pelted stones at buildings and attacked police and forces, '' said S D Singh Jamwal, DG Leh. According to local leaders involved in the agitation, over 50 individuals have been detained since the clashes began. Prohibitory orders banning gatherings of five or more people remain in force across major towns in the Union Territory, including Kargil.

The detention of prominent climate activist Sonam Wangchuk under the National Security Act (NSA) on Friday has sparked widespread concern and drawn significant attention from political parties and various sections of society.

Leh Police announce phased curfew relaxation to provide temporary relief

Bhutan's Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay, speaking at the 80th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA80) on Friday (Sep 27), called for reforms in the UN Security Council (UNSC) and explicitly named India and Japan as “deserving nations” for permanent membership. The Bhutanese PM noted that the Security Council must expand both permanent and non-permanent membership to reflect today’s global realities. “A reformed Security Council must include deserving nations such as India and Japan alongside other capable and leading countries,” he declared, aligning with India’s long-standing push for a permanent seat.<h2>Multilateral system - a necessity</h2>Tobgay stressed the need for a reinvigorated multilateral system to address climate crises, poverty, and global conflicts. Bhutan, he said, supports a United Nations that is “representative, responsive, and effective,” focused on results rather than resolutions.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/pakistan/shehbaz-sharif-misuses-unga-speech-to-peddle-kashmir-propaganda-cry-foul-over-indus-waters-treaty-suspension-stays-silent-on-pakistan-terror-links-1758935127154">Shehbaz Sharif misuses UNGA speech to peddle Kashmir propaganda, slam India’s Indus Treaty move — stays silent on Pakistan terror links</a>&nbsp;His remarks follow recent momentum for UNSC reform, including the BRICS Foreign Ministers’ meeting chaired by External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar. That meeting echoed support for India and Brazil’s aspirations to play a greater role at the UN.&nbsp;Painting a stark picture of current challenges, Tobgay said, "A planet in a climate crisis, persistent poverty, and conflicts that shatter lives and erode trust among our nations." He rallied behind UN Secretary-General António Guterres’ UN80 initiative, urging nations to embrace a “renewed purpose” to strengthen the UN’s capacity to act on peace, sustainable development, and climate action.&nbsp;Looking to the UN’s centennial, Tobgay envisioned a future where "peace is the norm, where climate is stable, and where every child, no matter where they are born, has the opportunity to grow as productive members of our global community."Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-tears-into-shehbaz-sharif-at-unga-calls-pakistan-speech-absurd-theatrics-points-out-islamabad-glorifies-terror-once-sheltered-bin-laden-1758938940874">'No shame': India tears into Shehbaz Sharif at UNGA, calls speech 'absurd theatrics,' points out Pakistan glorifies terror, sheltered Bin Laden</a>&nbsp;Earlier this week, BRICS foreign ministers reiterated support for UNSC reform, recalling the 2022 Beijing and 2023 Johannesburg II declarations. China and Russia, as permanent UNSC members, reaffirmed their backing for Brazil and India’s aspirations for a greater role in the UN.&nbsp;

Bhutan's PM Tshering Tobgay, at UNGA80, backed India and Japan for permanent UNSC seats, urging reform to reflect global realities. He called for a stronger multilateral system to tackle the climate crisis, poverty, and conflicts.

Bhutan's Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay, speaking at the 80th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA80) on Friday (Sep 27), called for reforms in the UN Security Council (UNSC) and explicitly named India and Japan as “deserving nations” for permanent membership. The Bhutanese PM noted that the Security Council must expand both permanent and non-permanent membership to reflect today’s global realities. “A reformed Security Council must include deserving nations such as India and Japan alongside other capable and leading countries,” he declared, aligning with India’s long-standing push for a permanent seat. Multilateral system - a necessity Tobgay stressed the need for a reinvigorated multilateral system to address climate crises, poverty, and global conflicts. Bhutan, he said, supports a United Nations that is “representative, responsive, and effective,” focused on results rather than resolutions. Also read | Shehbaz Sharif misuses UNGA speech to peddle Kashmir propaganda, slam India’s Indus Treaty move — stays silent on Pakistan terror links His remarks follow recent momentum for UNSC reform, including the BRICS Foreign Ministers’ meeting chaired by External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar. That meeting echoed support for India and Brazil’s aspirations to play a greater role at the UN. Painting a stark picture of current challenges, Tobgay said, "A planet in a climate crisis, persistent poverty, and conflicts that shatter lives and erode trust among our nations." He rallied behind UN Secretary-General António Guterres’ UN80 initiative, urging nations to embrace a “renewed purpose” to strengthen the UN’s capacity to act on peace, sustainable development, and climate action. Looking to the UN’s centennial, Tobgay envisioned a future where "peace is the norm, where climate is stable, and where every child, no matter where they are born, has the opportunity to grow as productive members of our global community." Also read | 'No shame': India tears into Shehbaz Sharif at UNGA, calls speech 'absurd theatrics,' points out Pakistan glorifies terror, sheltered Bin Laden Earlier this week, BRICS foreign ministers reiterated support for UNSC reform, recalling the 2022 Beijing and 2023 Johannesburg II declarations. China and Russia, as permanent UNSC members, reaffirmed their backing for Brazil and India’s aspirations for a greater role in the UN.

Bhutan's PM Tshering Tobgay, at UNGA80, backed India and Japan for permanent UNSC seats, urging reform to reflect global realities. He called for a stronger multilateral system to tackle the climate crisis, poverty, and conflicts.

Bhutan PM backs New Delhi's push for permanent UNSC seat, calls India and Japan 'deserving nations'

To counter potential terrorist infiltration attempts, security forces have intensified vigilance and heightened their alert status along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir. Inspector General (IG) of the Border Security Force (BSF) Kashmir Frontier, Ashok Yadav, stated today that intelligence reports indicate the presence of terrorists positioned at launch pads across the LoC in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), poised for infiltration.IG Yadav noted that, with winter approaching, security forces anticipate a surge in infiltration attempts in the Valley. "Terrorist groups often try to infiltrate before snowfall. With roughly two months until winter sets in, we are maintaining heightened vigilance, as their opportunities will significantly diminish for the next six months," he said.Inspector General (IG) of the Border Security Force (BSF) Kashmir Frontier, Ashok Yadav, confirmed that intelligence reports have identified terrorists stationed at multiple launch pads across from the Bandipora and Kupwara sectors in Jammu and Kashmir, strategically positioned to exploit any opportunity to infiltrate across the Line of Control (LoC). "These groups may attempt to capitalise on inclement weather, such as fog or heavy snowfall, to mask their movements. However, our security apparatus is robust, with seamless coordination among the BSF, Army, and local police forces. We have deployed advanced surveillance systems, reinforced patrolling, and strengthened counter-infiltration measures to ensure no breaches occur," he emphasised. Yadav further highlighted that the heightened alert status, combined with real-time intelligence sharing, ensures that security forces remain fully prepared to thwart any infiltration attempts, safeguarding the region’s stability.In close coordination with the Indian Army, the Border Security Force (BSF) is leveraging cutting-edge surveillance technologies, including thermal imaging, drones, and real-time monitoring systems, to maintain robust control and dominance over the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir. "Our forces have successfully foiled two infiltration attempts this year alone, demonstrating our unwavering commitment to border security. The heightened state of alertness, combined with the deployment of advanced equipment, creates a formidable barrier, making unauthorized crossings into our area of responsibility exceptionally challenging for terrorists," stated Inspector General (IG) of the BSF Kashmir Frontier, Ashok Yadav. He further emphasised that the seamless integration of technology, intelligence, and ground operations ensures a proactive defence, safeguarding the region against potential threats.

IG Yadav noted that, with winter approaching, security forces anticipate a surge in infiltration attempts in the Valley. “Terrorist groups often try to infiltrate before snowfall.”

To counter potential terrorist infiltration attempts, security forces have intensified vigilance and heightened their alert status along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir. Inspector General (IG) of the Border Security Force (BSF) Kashmir Frontier, Ashok Yadav, stated today that intelligence reports indicate the presence of terrorists positioned at launch pads across the LoC in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), poised for infiltration. IG Yadav noted that, with winter approaching, security forces anticipate a surge in infiltration attempts in the Valley. "Terrorist groups often try to infiltrate before snowfall. With roughly two months until winter sets in, we are maintaining heightened vigilance, as their opportunities will significantly diminish for the next six months," he said. Inspector General (IG) of the Border Security Force (BSF) Kashmir Frontier, Ashok Yadav, confirmed that intelligence reports have identified terrorists stationed at multiple launch pads across from the Bandipora and Kupwara sectors in Jammu and Kashmir, strategically positioned to exploit any opportunity to infiltrate across the Line of Control (LoC). "These groups may attempt to capitalise on inclement weather, such as fog or heavy snowfall, to mask their movements. However, our security apparatus is robust, with seamless coordination among the BSF, Army, and local police forces. We have deployed advanced surveillance systems, reinforced patrolling, and strengthened counter-infiltration measures to ensure no breaches occur," he emphasised. Yadav further highlighted that the heightened alert status, combined with real-time intelligence sharing, ensures that security forces remain fully prepared to thwart any infiltration attempts, safeguarding the region’s stability. In close coordination with the Indian Army, the Border Security Force (BSF) is leveraging cutting-edge surveillance technologies, including thermal imaging, drones, and real-time monitoring systems, to maintain robust control and dominance over the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir. "Our forces have successfully foiled two infiltration attempts this year alone, demonstrating our unwavering commitment to border security. The heightened state of alertness, combined with the deployment of advanced equipment, creates a formidable barrier, making unauthorized crossings into our area of responsibility exceptionally challenging for terrorists," stated Inspector General (IG) of the BSF Kashmir Frontier, Ashok Yadav. He further emphasised that the seamless integration of technology, intelligence, and ground operations ensures a proactive defence, safeguarding the region against potential threats.

IG Yadav noted that, with winter approaching, security forces anticipate a surge in infiltration attempts in the Valley. “Terrorist groups often try to infiltrate before snowfall.”

IG BSF says security on high alert along LoC, terrorist groups trying to infiltrate before winters

India on Friday (Sep 26) issued a strong rebuttal to Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif following his speech at the United Nations. Exercising India’s right of reply, Petal Gahlot, first secretary at India’s Permanent Mission to the UN, delivered a sharp rebuttal. Calling Shehbaz's speech "absurd theatrics", the Indian representative pointed out that Pakistan sheltered al-Qaeda founder Osama bin Laden for a decade before the United States neutralised him at a walled compound in Abbottabad, Pakistan, for masterminding the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks.&nbsp;“This assembly witnessed absurd theatrics in the morning from the Prime Minister of Pakistan, who once again glorified terrorism that is so central to their foreign policy. However, no degree of drama and no level of lies can conceal the facts,” said Gahlot.&nbsp;She also countered Sharif's recent conflict with India. Calling his statement Bizzare, Gahlot said, “The Prime Minister of Pakistan also advanced a bizarre account of the recent conflict with India. The record on this matter is clear. Till 9th May, Pakistan was threatening more attacks on India. But on 10th May, the military pleaded with us directly for a cessation to the fighting.”&nbsp;Who is Petal Gahlot&nbsp;The counter reaction by Gahlot has earned her praises from Indians and the world community who are eager to know more about the Indian diplomat.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pak-pm-shehbaz-sharif-makes-contradictory-claims-at-unga-on-downing-indian-jets-here-s-what-he-said-1758954567110">Pak PM Shehbaz Sharif makes contradictory claims at UNGA on downing Indian jets. Here's what he said</a>&nbsp;One of India's advisors at the United Nations, Gehlot was Born in New Delhi and is seen as a rising star in Indian diplomacy. She did her graduation from the St. Xavier’s College, Mumbai and did completed her master's in political science and government from Lady Shri Ram College, University of Delhi.&nbsp;She was appointed first secretary in India’s Permanent Mission to the UN in July, 2023.Prior to joining India’s Permanent Mission to the UN, Gehlot worked as under secretary at the ministry of external affairs in the European West Division, from 2020 to 2023. As an under secretary she worked at the Indian mission/consulate in Paris and San Francisco, reported Hindustan Times.&nbsp;She also done master's in language interpretation and translation from Middlebury Institute of International Studies at Monterey.&nbsp;

One of Indias advisors at the United Nations, Gehlot, who tore into Pak PM Shehbaz Sharif was born in New Delhi and is seen as a rising star in Indian diplomacy.

India on Friday (Sep 26) issued a strong rebuttal to Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif following his speech at the United Nations. Exercising India’s right of reply, Petal Gahlot, first secretary at India’s Permanent Mission to the UN, delivered a sharp rebuttal. Calling Shehbaz's speech "absurd theatrics", the Indian representative pointed out that Pakistan sheltered al-Qaeda founder Osama bin Laden for a decade before the United States neutralised him at a walled compound in Abbottabad, Pakistan, for masterminding the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. “This assembly witnessed absurd theatrics in the morning from the Prime Minister of Pakistan, who once again glorified terrorism that is so central to their foreign policy. However, no degree of drama and no level of lies can conceal the facts,” said Gahlot. She also countered Sharif's recent conflict with India. Calling his statement Bizzare, Gahlot said, “The Prime Minister of Pakistan also advanced a bizarre account of the recent conflict with India. The record on this matter is clear. Till 9th May, Pakistan was threatening more attacks on India. But on 10th May, the military pleaded with us directly for a cessation to the fighting.” Who is Petal Gahlot The counter reaction by Gahlot has earned her praises from Indians and the world community who are eager to know more about the Indian diplomat. Also Read: Pak PM Shehbaz Sharif makes contradictory claims at UNGA on downing Indian jets. Here's what he said One of India's advisors at the United Nations, Gehlot was Born in New Delhi and is seen as a rising star in Indian diplomacy. She did her graduation from the St. Xavier’s College, Mumbai and did completed her master's in political science and government from Lady Shri Ram College, University of Delhi. She was appointed first secretary in India’s Permanent Mission to the UN in July, 2023. Prior to joining India’s Permanent Mission to the UN, Gehlot worked as under secretary at the ministry of external affairs in the European West Division, from 2020 to 2023. As an under secretary she worked at the Indian mission/consulate in Paris and San Francisco, reported Hindustan Times. She also done master's in language interpretation and translation from Middlebury Institute of International Studies at Monterey.

One of India's advisors at the United Nations, Gehlot, who tore into Pak PM Shehbaz Sharif was born in New Delhi and is seen as a rising star in Indian diplomacy.

Petal Gahlot tears into Pak PM Shehbaz Sharif at UNGA, Know all about the Indian diplomat

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, while addressing the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) on Friday (Sep 26), contradicted himself on claims that Pakistan had downed Indian fighter jets during Operation Sindoor, launched by India in retaliation to the terror attack in Kashmir's Pahlgam that killed 26 people.&nbsp;While addressing the UNGA the Pakistani PM said, “our falcons took flight and etched their answer across the skies, resulting in seven of the Indian jets being turned to scrap and dust” during the conflict in May. This is in stark contrast of 5 jets downed claim made by Pakistan to its media just after Operation Sindoor.&nbsp;On May 8, while addressing the Pakistani parliament, hours after Operation Sindoor, Sharif lauded his country’s army for its ‘swift response’ against the air strike by India and claimed that it had shot down five Indian jets. However, he failed to provide any evidence to back his claim.

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Sharif again praises Trump&nbsp;During the UNGA address, Sharif again thanked Trump role in the India-Pakistan ceasefire, calling him “truly a man of peace.”&nbsp;“President Trump’s efforts for peace helped avert a war in South Asia. Had he not intervened timely and decisively, the consequences of a full-fledged war would have been catastrophic,” PM Shehbaz said.&nbsp;The claim of Trump brokering peace between both the countries during Operation Sindoor has, however, been constantly denied by India. New Delhi says that after India's tactical strikes, Pakistan's DGMO called his Indian counterpart and requested a cessation of the four-day-long hostilities.&nbsp;Under Operation Sindoor, India destroyed nine terrorist bases in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. Pakistan reacted angrily, attacking India's civilian areas and military installations. The Indian military thwarted most of these attacks. The conflict ended after India attacked Pakistan's air bases.&nbsp;

On May 8, while addressing the Pakistani parliament, hours after Operation Sindoor, Sharif lauded his country’s army for its ‘swift response’ against the air strike by India.

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, while addressing the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) on Friday (Sep 26), contradicted himself on claims that Pakistan had downed Indian fighter jets during Operation Sindoor, launched by India in retaliation to the terror attack in Kashmir's Pahlgam that killed 26 people. While addressing the UNGA the Pakistani PM said, “our falcons took flight and etched their answer across the skies, resulting in seven of the Indian jets being turned to scrap and dust” during the conflict in May. This is in stark contrast of 5 jets downed claim made by Pakistan to its media just after Operation Sindoor. On May 8, while addressing the Pakistani parliament, hours after Operation Sindoor, Sharif lauded his country’s army for its ‘swift response’ against the air strike by India and claimed that it had shot down five Indian jets. However, he failed to provide any evidence to back his claim.

On May 8, while addressing the Pakistani parliament, hours after Operation Sindoor, Sharif lauded his country’s army for its ‘swift response’ against the air strike by India.

Pak PM Shehbaz Sharif makes contradictory claims at UNGA on downing Indian jets. Here's what he said

India on Friday (Sep 26) slammed Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's speech at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), accusing Islamabad of glorifying terrorism and peddling falsehoods. Exercising India’s right of reply, Petal Gahlot, first secretary at India’s Permanent Mission to the UN, delivered a sharp rebuttal. Calling Shehbaz's speech "absurd theatrics", the Indian representative pointed out that Pakistan sheltered al-Qaeda founder Osama bin Laden for a decade before the United States neutralised him at a walled compound in Abbottabad, Pakistan, for masterminding the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/pakistan/shehbaz-sharif-misuses-unga-speech-to-peddle-kashmir-propaganda-cry-foul-over-indus-waters-treaty-suspension-stays-silent-on-pakistan-terror-links-1758935127154">Pak PM misuses UNGA speech to spin Kashmir lies, slam India’s Indus Treaty move</a><h2>Pakistan's ‘absurd theatrics’</h2>“This assembly witnessed absurd theatrics in the morning from the Prime Minister of Pakistan, who once again glorified terrorism that is so central to their foreign policy. However, no degree of drama and no level of lies can conceal the facts,” said Indian diplomat Petal Gahlot.Watch what India said here:

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | New York | Exercising the right of reply of India on Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif&#39;s speech, Indian diplomat Petal Gahlot says, &quot;Mr President, this assembly witnessed absurd theatrics in the morning from the Prime Minister of Pakistan, who once again glorified terrorism… <a href="https://t.co/ALR2AnDoA9">pic.twitter.com/ALR2AnDoA9</a>&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://twitter.com/ANI/status/1971747078024946070?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 27, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

She cited India’s Operation Sindoor, which targeted terror complexes in Bahawalpur and Muridke. “A picture speaks a thousand words, and we saw many pictures of terrorists slain in Bahawalpur and Muridke terror complexes by Indian forces during Operation Sindoor. When senior Pakistani military and civilian officials publicly glorify and pay homage to such notorious terrorists, can there be any doubt about the proclivities of this regime?” she asked.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/melania-trump-snubs-olena-zelenska-at-unga-ignores-ukrainian-first-lady-s-plea-for-abducted-children-1758701214520">Melania Trump snubs Olena Zelenska at UNGA; ignores Ukrainian first lady’s plea for abducted children</a>On Sharif’s account of the recent conflict with India, Gahlot countered: “The Prime Minister of Pakistan also advanced a bizarre account of the recent conflict with India. The record on this matter is clear. Till 9th May, Pakistan was threatening more attacks on India. But on 10th May, the military pleaded with us directly for a cessation to the fighting.”<h2>Pakistan sheltered Bin Laden for a decade</h2>The Indian diplomat then pointed out how Pakistan glorifies terrorism and even sheltered 9/11 attack mastermind Osama bin Laden for a decade. Calling Pakistan a country “steeped in the tradition of deploying and exporting terrorism,” she said that Islamabad “has no shame in advancing the most ludicrous narratives to that end”.She called out Pakistan for sheltering “Osama bin Laden for a decade, even while pretending to partner in the war against terrorism” and pointed out that its ministers recently admitted to running terror camps for decades. “It should come as no surprise that once again this duplicity continues, this time at the level of its Prime Minister,” said the Indian representative.

India has called Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif for his ‘absurd theatrics’ at the UNGA. Accusing Pakistan of using the global platform to promote falsehoods and glorify terrorism, India pointed out that Pakistan sheltered al-Qaeda founder Osama bin Laden for a decade.

India on Friday (Sep 26) slammed Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's speech at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), accusing Islamabad of glorifying terrorism and peddling falsehoods. Exercising India’s right of reply, Petal Gahlot, first secretary at India’s Permanent Mission to the UN, delivered a sharp rebuttal. Calling Shehbaz's speech "absurd theatrics", the Indian representative pointed out that Pakistan sheltered al-Qaeda founder Osama bin Laden for a decade before the United States neutralised him at a walled compound in Abbottabad, Pakistan, for masterminding the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. Also read | Pak PM misuses UNGA speech to spin Kashmir lies, slam India’s Indus Treaty move Pakistan's ‘absurd theatrics’ “This assembly witnessed absurd theatrics in the morning from the Prime Minister of Pakistan, who once again glorified terrorism that is so central to their foreign policy. However, no degree of drama and no level of lies can conceal the facts,” said Indian diplomat Petal Gahlot. Watch what India said here:

India has called Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif for his ‘absurd theatrics’ at the UNGA. Accusing Pakistan of using the global platform to promote falsehoods and glorify terrorism, India pointed out that Pakistan sheltered al-Qaeda founder Osama bin Laden for a decade.

'No shame': India tears into Shehbaz Sharif at UNGA, calls speech 'absurd theatrics,' points out Pakistan glorifies terror, sheltered Bin Laden

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday (Sep 26) used his address at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) to cry foul about New Delhi's decision to suspend the Indus Waters Treaty and accuse India of violating the agreement. Calling the action “illegal” and a threat to peace in the region, Sharif, who also used his speech to pander to US President Donald Trump, made no mention of India’s central demand — that Islamabad must take credible steps to stop cross-border terrorism before the treaty was reinstated. New Delhi announced the suspension earlier this year as a countermeasure after the Pahalgam terror attack in April killed 26 civilians, an attack India has blamed on groups operating from Pakistani soil.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-tears-into-shehbaz-sharif-at-unga-calls-pakistan-speech-absurd-theatrics-points-out-islamabad-glorifies-terror-once-sheltered-bin-laden-1758938940874">India tears into Shehbaz Sharif at UNGA, calls Pakistan speech 'absurd theatrics,' points out Islamabad glorifies terror, sheltered Bin Laden</a><h2>Sharif labels abeyance an 'act of war'</h2>“India's unilateral and illegal attempt to hold the Indus Water Treaty in abeyance defies the provisions of the treaty itself as well as the norms of International law,” Sharif said. “Pakistan has made it abundantly clear that we will defend the inseparable right of our people on these waters. To us, any violation of the treaty represents an act of war,” he added.Sharif also used his UN platform to once again ignore India's sovereignty and borders, and raised the issue of Kashmir, promising that Pakistan would continue to back the region. “I wish to assure Kashmiri people that I stand with them, Pakistan stands with them, and one day soon India's tyranny in Kashmir will come to a halt,” he declared.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/melania-trump-snubs-olena-zelenska-at-unga-ignores-ukrainian-first-lady-s-plea-for-abducted-children-1758701214520">Melania Trump snubs Olena Zelenska at UNGA; ignores Ukrainian first lady’s plea for abducted children</a><h2>Indus Waters Treaty</h2>The Indus Waters Treaty, signed in 1960 with World Bank mediation, has long been described as one of the most enduring agreements between the two nuclear-armed neighbours. It divided control of six rivers in the Indus basin: the Ravi, Beas, and Sutlej to India, and the Indus, Jhelum, and Chenab to Pakistan. Despite wars and decades of hostilities, the treaty has survived.India’s government has defended its decision to put the treaty on hold, saying Pakistan has consistently manipulated the mechanism of arbitration to distract from its sponsorship of terrorism. Officials in New Delhi maintain that placing the treaty in abeyance is within India’s sovereign rights under international law, and have linked any future revival of the agreement to “verifiable cessation” of cross-border terrorism.

At the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) on Friday, Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif used his speech to slam India's decision to suspend the Indus Waters Treaty, labelling the action as "illegal". He also made mention of Kashmir, saying this…

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday (Sep 26) used his address at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) to cry foul about New Delhi's decision to suspend the Indus Waters Treaty and accuse India of violating the agreement. Calling the action “illegal” and a threat to peace in the region, Sharif, who also used his speech to pander to US President Donald Trump, made no mention of India’s central demand — that Islamabad must take credible steps to stop cross-border terrorism before the treaty was reinstated. New Delhi announced the suspension earlier this year as a countermeasure after the Pahalgam terror attack in April killed 26 civilians, an attack India has blamed on groups operating from Pakistani soil. Also read | India tears into Shehbaz Sharif at UNGA, calls Pakistan speech 'absurd theatrics,' points out Islamabad glorifies terror, sheltered Bin Laden Sharif labels abeyance an 'act of war' “India's unilateral and illegal attempt to hold the Indus Water Treaty in abeyance defies the provisions of the treaty itself as well as the norms of International law,” Sharif said. “Pakistan has made it abundantly clear that we will defend the inseparable right of our people on these waters. To us, any violation of the treaty represents an act of war,” he added. Sharif also used his UN platform to once again ignore India's sovereignty and borders, and raised the issue of Kashmir, promising that Pakistan would continue to back the region. “I wish to assure Kashmiri people that I stand with them, Pakistan stands with them, and one day soon India's tyranny in Kashmir will come to a halt,” he declared. Also read | Melania Trump snubs Olena Zelenska at UNGA; ignores Ukrainian first lady’s plea for abducted children Indus Waters Treaty The Indus Waters Treaty, signed in 1960 with World Bank mediation, has long been described as one of the most enduring agreements between the two nuclear-armed neighbours. It divided control of six rivers in the Indus basin: the Ravi, Beas, and Sutlej to India, and the Indus, Jhelum, and Chenab to Pakistan. Despite wars and decades of hostilities, the treaty has survived. India’s government has defended its decision to put the treaty on hold, saying Pakistan has consistently manipulated the mechanism of arbitration to distract from its sponsorship of terrorism. Officials in New Delhi maintain that placing the treaty in abeyance is within India’s sovereign rights under international law, and have linked any future revival of the agreement to “verifiable cessation” of cross-border terrorism.

At the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) on Friday, Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif used his speech to slam India's decision to suspend the Indus Waters Treaty, labelling the action as "illegal". He also mentioned Kashmir, saying this…

Shehbaz Sharif misuses UNGA speech to peddle Kashmir propaganda, slam India’s Indus Treaty move — stays silent on Pakistan terror links

Union Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri on Friday shared that natural gas has been found in the Andaman basin, confirming the long-held belief that the Andaman Sea is rich in natural gas. In a post on X in late evening, the minister informed about the occurrence of natural gas in the Sri Vijayapuram 2 well at a distance of 9.20 NM (17 km) from the shoreline on the east coast of the Andaman Islands at a water depth of 295 metres and target depth of 2,650 metres. “An ocean of energy opportunities opens up in the Andaman Sea,” Puri said in the post. “Initial production testing of the well in the range of 2212-2250 metres has established the presence of natural gas with intermittent flaring. The gas samples were brought by ship to Kakinada, were tested and found to be 87 per cent methane,” he shared.&nbsp;In the post, the minister, sounding upbeat, said that establishing the presence of hydrocarbons in the Andaman basin is a major step in confirming the long-held belief that Andaman basin is rich in natural gas, “in line with discoveries in the entire area from Myanmar in North to Indonesia in the south in this belt”. He added that the size of the gas pool and commercial viability of the discovery will get verified in the coming months.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">An ocean of energy opportunities opens up in the Andaman Sea! Very happy to report the occurrence of natural gas in Sri Vijayapuram 2 well at a distance of 9.20 NM (17 km) from the shoreline on the east coast of the Andaman Islands at a water depth of 295 meters and target depth… <a href="https://t.co/4VDeGtt8bt">pic.twitter.com/4VDeGtt8bt</a>&mdash; Hardeep Singh Puri (@HardeepSPuri) <a href="https://twitter.com/HardeepSPuri/status/1971599478294503440?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 26, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

&nbsp;&nbsp;“Under the deepwater mission announced by PM Narendra Modi on Independence Day, large number of deepwater exploration wells are planned in our offshore basins in order to find new discoveries and fully exploit our hydrocarbon reserves,” said Puri.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pakistan-defence-minister-khawaja-asif-fumbles-seven-times-in-unsc-speech-gets-trolled-watch-1758895298255">Pakistan defence minister Khawaja Asif fumbles seven times in UNSC speech, gets trolled | Watch</a>&nbsp;This occurrence of natural gas will help the country take forward its exploration ambitions in coordination with global deepwater exploration experts, and will be a significant milestone in India’s journey through ‘Amrit Kaal’, the minister emphasised.&nbsp;WATCH: Operation Sindoor Forces Lashkar's Retreat to Pakistan's West<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/operation-sindoor-forces-lashkar-s-retreat-to-pakistan-s-west-1758911733079/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/operation-sindoor-forces-lashkar-s-retreat-to-pakistan-s-west-1758911733079/embed</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;Prime Minister Narendra Modi had in his Independence Day address, announced the National Deep Water Exploration Mission, which aims to explore oil and gas reserves in the sea. The PM had termed it “Samudra Manthan” and said that the initiative will be executed in mission mode, highlighting India’s push for self-reliance in the energy sector.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/london-court-dismisses-terrorism-charge-against-kneecap-rapper-mo-chara-1758889592454">London court dismisses terrorism charge against Kneecap rapper Mo Chara</a>&nbsp;Puri underlined that the discovery will strengthen India’s ability to partner with global deepwater exploration leaders like Petrobras, BP India, Shell, and ExxonMobil. “This occurrence of natural gas will help us take forward our exploration ambitions and is a significant milestone in our journey through Amrit Kaal,” he said.

In his Independence Day address, Prime Minister Narendra Modi had announced the National Deep Water Exploration Mission, which aims to explore oil and gas reserves in the sea. The PM termed it “Samudra Manthan” and said that the initiative will be executed in mission mode.

Union Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri on Friday shared that natural gas has been found in the Andaman basin, confirming the long-held belief that the Andaman Sea is rich in natural gas. In a post on X in late evening, the minister informed about the occurrence of natural gas in the Sri Vijayapuram 2 well at a distance of 9.20 NM (17 km) from the shoreline on the east coast of the Andaman Islands at a water depth of 295 metres and target depth of 2,650 metres. “An ocean of energy opportunities opens up in the Andaman Sea,” Puri said in the post. “Initial production testing of the well in the range of 2212-2250 metres has established the presence of natural gas with intermittent flaring. The gas samples were brought by ship to Kakinada, were tested and found to be 87 per cent methane,” he shared. In the post, the minister, sounding upbeat, said that establishing the presence of hydrocarbons in the Andaman basin is a major step in confirming the long-held belief that Andaman basin is rich in natural gas, “in line with discoveries in the entire area from Myanmar in North to Indonesia in the south in this belt”. He added that the size of the gas pool and commercial viability of the discovery will get verified in the coming months.

In his Independence Day address, Prime Minister Narendra Modi had announced the National Deep Water Exploration Mission, which aims to explore oil and gas reserves in the sea. The PM termed it “Samudra Manthan” and said that the initiative will be executed in mission mode.

‘Ocean of opportunities’: India confirms natural gas discovery in Andaman basin, 87% methane detected

A Delhi court on Friday rejected the anticipatory bail plea of self-styled godman Swami Chaitanyanand Saraswati over alleged financial irregularities. Earlier, a sexual harassment case was filed against Swami Chaitanyanand in which he was accused of sexually harassing 17 students at a Delhi-based institute. The Patiala House Court passed the order while observing that the nature of the accusations warrants custodial interrogation at this stage of the probe. The FIR was registered under charges of cheating by personation, cheating by dishonestly inducing a person to deliver property or consent to its retention, forgery, forged document or electronic record and using it as genuine, and criminal conspiracy.&nbsp;Delhi Police said their investigation revealed Saraswati allegedly sublet the properties of Jagadguru Shankaracharya Mahasamsthanam Dakshinamnaya Sri Sharada Peetham to private companies for financial gains.&nbsp;In the sexual harassment case, he reportedly confiscated the mobile phones and original certificates of the girls to force them to comply with his demands. The institute, affiliated with Sri Sharada Peetham, Sringeri, offers a Postgraduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) course under the Economically Weaker Section (EWS) scholarship.&nbsp;WATCH: New Delhi calls NATO chief's claim 'entirely baseless'<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/new-delhi-calls-nato-chief-s-claim-entirely-baseless-1758907227205/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/new-delhi-calls-nato-chief-s-claim-entirely-baseless-1758907227205/embed</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;Delhi Police officials said they were making all efforts to nab Chaitanyananda Saraswati, who is on the run in the alleged sexual harassment case based on a complaint filed at Vasant Kunj North Police Station in New Delhi.&nbsp;The police had said that statements of 32 female students were recorded, out of which 17 alleged abusive language, obscene WhatsApp/SMS messages, and unwanted physical contact by the accused.&nbsp;&nbsp;“He marked students first and asked them to deposit their phones so they could ‘focus on studies’. The phones would remain in his custody for some time, and in return, he would hand over a new one of his choice. This ensured that communication was under his control and did not reach anyone else,” said a former student.&nbsp;It was mandatory for students to submit all original documents and certificates, which were returned only after completion of the course. This instilled fear as students did not resist or complain, fearful that their certificates might not be returned.Politicians, foreign delegates, and company representatives frequently visited Saraswati who flaunted his contacts.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The FIR was registered against Swami Chaitanyanand Saraswati under charges of cheating by personation, cheating by dishonestly inducing a person to deliver property or consent to its retention, forgery, forged document or electronic record and using it as genuine, and criminal conspiracy.

A Delhi court on Friday rejected the anticipatory bail plea of self-styled godman Swami Chaitanyanand Saraswati over alleged financial irregularities. Earlier, a sexual harassment case was filed against Swami Chaitanyanand in which he was accused of sexually harassing 17 students at a Delhi-based institute. The Patiala House Court passed the order while observing that the nature of the accusations warrants custodial interrogation at this stage of the probe. The FIR was registered under charges of cheating by personation, cheating by dishonestly inducing a person to deliver property or consent to its retention, forgery, forged document or electronic record and using it as genuine, and criminal conspiracy. Delhi Police said their investigation revealed Saraswati allegedly sublet the properties of Jagadguru Shankaracharya Mahasamsthanam Dakshinamnaya Sri Sharada Peetham to private companies for financial gains. In the sexual harassment case, he reportedly confiscated the mobile phones and original certificates of the girls to force them to comply with his demands. The institute, affiliated with Sri Sharada Peetham, Sringeri, offers a Postgraduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) course under the Economically Weaker Section (EWS) scholarship. WATCH: New Delhi calls NATO chief's claim 'entirely baseless' https://www.wionews.com/videos/new-delhi-calls-nato-chief-s-claim-entirely-baseless-1758907227205/embed Delhi Police officials said they were making all efforts to nab Chaitanyananda Saraswati, who is on the run in the alleged sexual harassment case based on a complaint filed at Vasant Kunj North Police Station in New Delhi. The police had said that statements of 32 female students were recorded, out of which 17 alleged abusive language, obscene WhatsApp/SMS messages, and unwanted physical contact by the accused. “He marked students first and asked them to deposit their phones so they could ‘focus on studies’. The phones would remain in his custody for some time, and in return, he would hand over a new one of his choice. This ensured that communication was under his control and did not reach anyone else,” said a former student. It was mandatory for students to submit all original documents and certificates, which were returned only after completion of the course. This instilled fear as students did not resist or complain, fearful that their certificates might not be returned. Politicians, foreign delegates, and company representatives frequently visited Saraswati who flaunted his contacts.

The FIR was registered against Swami Chaitanyanand Saraswati under charges of cheating by personation, cheating by dishonestly inducing a person to deliver property or consent to its retention, forgery, forged document or electronic record and using it as genuine, and criminal conspiracy.

Swami Chaitanyanand’s pre-arrest bail plea rejected in financial irregularities case

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