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Cab services through EV companies like BluSmart, Quick Ride, Envi, and Shoffr, though slightly more expensive and often need pre-booking, offer what has become a key selling point: reliability

Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk and 20 protestors detained by Delhi Police for protesting outside Ladakh Bhawan

​Anti-monarchy campaign group Republic has hit out at the Royal Family and said if politicians are expected to display higher standards by mandatory disclosure of gifts, the same should be demanded from the royals as well. Graham Smith, chief executive of Republic, said: “If politicians are being lambasted for failing to declare gifts, the same should apply to the royals.

Hamas leaders, including Yahya Sinwar, spent over two years planning an attack on Israel, revealed in documents obtained by The New York Times. They sought involvement from Iran and Hezbollah. The attack, initially planned for 2022, aimed to disrupt Israel's normalisation with Saudi Arabia and assert control over regional disputes.

Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal expressed hope that Mehraj Malik will get a role in Omar Abdullah's government in Jammu and Kashmir in exchange of AAP's full support. "Since AAP has supported the Omar Abdullah government, I hope that our Mehraj Malik (AAP MLA) will be given responsibility in Omar Abdullah's government, so that he can serve the entire Jammu and Kashmir along with Doda," he said.

Former Minister Jogi Ramesh, ex-MP Nandigam Suresh, YSRC leaders Lella Appireddy, Devineni Avinash, Talasila Raghuram and 110 others were facing allegations in the two cases

Authorities in Detroit have released doorbell footage showing two suspects posing as energy workers, before allegedly killing 72-year-old jewelry store owner Hussein Murray in his home. The suspects, wearing high-visibility vests and face masks, are being sought, with one already apprehended in Louisiana.

The CM pointed out that a decision to withdraw cases had been taken by the Cabinet Sub-Committee headed by Home Minister G. Parameshwara.

Former Sri Lanka cricketer Mahela Jayawardene returns as Mumbai Indians head coach, having previously served from 2017 to 2022 before taking on the Global Head of Cricket role. Jayawardene sees this as an exciting challenge to further the franchise's success, enhance MI's legacy, and build on the vision set by the team owners.

Pakistan's Fakhar Zaman supports Babar Azam, arguing against dropping him due to poor form. Fakhar highlights that India supported Virat Kohli during his slump. After Pakistan's opening Test defeat to England, changes include Shaheen Afridi and Naseem Shah being sidelined, with a new selection panel installed.

The mothers of two young men arrested for the murder of NCP leader Baba Siddique claim minimal contact with their sons. Both accused, aged 23 and 19, were working in a scrapyard in Pune. The Mumbai Police arrested them shortly after the incident, recovering 28 live cartridges. The suspects are now in police custody.

Following controversy, Rahul Kharge wrote to the KIADB CEO on September 20 withdrawing the Trust’s proposal to set up a multi-skill development centre and request the board to cancel the allotment of CA site

Officials from the Nilgiris forest division said they are yet to identify any suspects or the vehicle involved in the collision with the tiger

Former Pakistan captain Babar Azam, star pacers Shaheen Afridi and Naseem Shah were dropped from the Pakistan squad for the upcoming Tests against England. The decision comes after Pakistan's heavy innings defeat in the first Test. Selectors cited the need for rest to regain fitness and confidence. Shan Masood retains his spot as captain while new players have been included in the side.

Mr. Rai also said that Delhi's Air Quality Index has remained outside the "poor" category after Dussehra, however, as per the Central Pollution Control Board the city's air quality was recorded in the "poor" category

Withdrawal of cases only after court’s approval, he says

The Kerala government implemented a Virtual Queue system for the Sabarimala pilgrimage, eliminating spot booking to ensure smooth and safe operations. The system allows online booking of darshan tickets and prasadam, with a daily cap of 80,000 pilgrims. The decision faces opposition from local political parties.

Rising star Washington Sundar won the 'Impact Fielder' Award for his exceptional performance in the T20I series against Bangladesh, beating Hardik Pandya and Riyan Parag. His three catches and tight economy rate were pivotal. Coach T Dilip lauded the team's collective spirit. India will face New Zealand in a three-Test home series next.

The mishap occurred when an auto in which the devotees were travelling hit a van on the outskirts of Eluru, while proceeding to Sri Durga Malleswara Swamyvarla Devastanam in Vijayawada