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EAM Jaishankar asks UN member states not to allow ‘political convenience’ to determine responses to terrorism

India on Tuesday asked the UN member states not to allow “political convenience” to determine responses to terrorism, extremism and violence, in a veiled attack on Canada amidst the diplomatic standoff over the killing of a Khalistani separatist. Addressing the 78th UN General Assembly session here, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar also said respect for territorial integrity and non-interference in internal affairs cannot be “exercises in cherry picking” as he asserted that the days when a few nations set the agenda and expected others to fall in line are over. (PTI)

Internet suspended in Manipur for next 5 days

In response to students in Imphal being baton-charged by police while protesting the suspected kidnapping and murder of two youngsters, the Manipur government on Tuesday once again announced a five-day ban on internet use.
According to officials, 45 pupils were hurt by the police action, many of them girls. The state government has decided to “suspend/curb the mobile internet data services, internet/data services through VPN in the territorial jurisdiction of the state of Manipur for five days with immediate effect until 7:45 pm of October 1, 2023.”

BJP leader Shahnawaz Hussain admits in Mumbai hospital

BJP leader Shahnawaz Hussain was admitted to Mumbai’s Lilavati Hospital after a complaint of high blood pressure earlier today. The ECG and 2D Eco reports showed he suffered a minor heart attack. Angioplasty was done by Dr Jalil Parkar and Cardiologist Dr. Suresh Vijan at the hospital. (PTI)

EU in talks with Moderna over new COVID vaccine deal – FT

The European Union is in talks with Moderna over a new procurement deal for the company’s COVID-19 vaccines amid concerns over a rise in infections in the region, the Financial Times reported on Tuesday.

Tax department notifies ‘Angel Tax’ rules for valuing investments in startups

The income tax department has notified rules for valuation of investments by resident and non-resident investors in startups, thus paving way for implementation of the changes brought in 2023-24 Budget. As per the changes in Rule 11UA of I-T rules, the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) provides that the valuation of compulsorily convertible preference shares (CCPS) and equity shares issued by unlisted startups can be based on the fair market value. (READ MORE)

‘Apple should open up its fiercely guarded ecosystem to competitors’

EU industry chief Thierry Breton on Tuesday called Apple CEO Tim Cook to open up the iPhone maker’s fiercely guarded ecosystem to its rivals. Breton’s comments came after meeting Cook in Brussels. “The net job for Apple and other Big Tech, under the DMA (Digital Markets Act) is to open up its gates to competitors,” Breton told Reuters. (Reuters)

Third Gold for India

Sudipti Hajela, Divyakriti Singh, Hriday Chheda and Anush Agarwalla script history as India bag first Gold medal in equestrian team dressage event at Asian Games after 41 years. (READ MORE)

Cauvery dispute: DK Shivakumar on releasing more water

Karnataka Dy CM DK Shivakumar says, “The Cauvery Water Management Committee meeting is going on and the people of Tamil Nadu have demanded 12,500 cusecs of water. At present, we are in a situation where we cannot even release 5,000 cusecs of water. We will not release that much water because we don’t have.” (ANI)

Dadasaheb Phalke Lifetime Achievement Award 2023

Veteran actor Waheeda Rehman declared the recipient of the prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke Lifetime Achievement Award this year. (ANI)

Imran Khan get another 14 days judicial remand in Cipher case

A Pakistan special court on Tuesday extended judicial remand of former prime minister Imran Khan for another 14 days in the Cipher case, blighting the chances of his early release. Khan, also the chief of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party, was arrested last month after a case was filed against him for allegedly violating the Official Secrets Act by disclosing a cable (a.k.a. cipher) send by the country’s embassy in Washington last year in March. (PTI)

Odisha govt declares holiday

Odisha government declares holiday for State Government Offices as well as Revenue and Magisterial Courts (Executive) on September 28th instead of September 29th on account of the birth anniversary of Prophet Muhammad.

Govt’s policy is to open new doors for girls: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Tuesday that the passage of the women’s reservation bill in Parliament’s new building has heralded a new future for the country, asserting that it is his government’s policy to open news doors for girls. Addressing a Rozgar Mela after distribution of appointment letters to over 51,000 new employees in different government departments through a virtual event, Modi also emphasised on growing use of technology in governance. (READ MORE)

Jaishankar to address UNGA today

External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar will address a high-level session of the 78th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) today. The EAM is in New York to lead the Indian delegation at the 78th UNGA. EAM Jaishankar on Monday met President of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) Dennis Francis in New York. (ANI)

Schools closed for classes 1-5 in Tamil Nadu’s Vellore, Ranipet due to heavy rain

Authorities have declared a holiday for classes 1-5 for Vellore and Ranipet after heavy rains lashed several districts of Tamil Nadu. The announcement was made by the Vellore and Ranipet District collectors respectively. Moderate to heavy rainfall lashed Madhurathakam, Cheyyur, Thiruporur, Thirukkalukundram, Chengalpattu East Coastal Road and Sholinganallur from last night, they said.

Old excise policy likely to be extended, say sources

The old excise regime implemented on September 1 last year in Delhi is likely to be extended, sources said. The existing policy is set to expire on September 30. The sources said on Monday that the new policy is yet to be announced by the Delhi government.

Bengaluru bandh today due to Cauvery water issue

Due to the Cauvery water issue, a bandh has been called in Bengaluru today by various organizations. According to BMTC, all routes of Bengaluru Metropolitan Transport Corporation will be operational as usual.

Yogi govt to rejuvenate 62,000 PWD roads in 2023-24

The Uttar Pradesh government headed by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath is making rapid strides towards its goal to remove potholes and rejuvenate its roads. According to the Public Works Department, it has already achieved 30 percent of its target regarding pothole clearance and street restoration in the state so far in the financial year 2023-24. Besides, in National Highways, 75.30 per cent of the restoration target has been achieved.