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According to their relatives, the deceased have been identified as Anjana, a native of Mudikkode in Thrissur, and Ann Mathew, a native of Kesavadasapuram in Thiruvananthapuram

Five constituencies in core Bengaluru region see more than 50% of its electoral rolls getting deleted, unseen in other major States. Despite concerning levels of deletions, the office of Karnataka CEO has neither made the deletions lists easily accessible nor has it made public the gender-wise deletions in each constituency

Rashid Latif, the former captain of Pakistan, has not held back in his criticism of the cricket board and its chairman, deeming their administration the most ineffective in the last seventy years. He pointed to a notable decline in the team's performance, especially as they struggled to reach even two hundred runs in their recent matches against England, amplifying the outcry surrounding the team's capabilities.

The total budget for the reconstruction works was attained recently, with contributions pouring in from donors, especially from the Balija Kapu community

The Indian Navy commissioned INS Nipun, a new diving support vessel, in Mumbai. This vessel enhances deep-sea diving and submarine rescue operations for the Western fleet. INS Nipun joins its sister ship INS Nistar, completing a two-coast capability. Built domestically, the ship supports saturation diving and submarine rescue missions. It also features advanced medical facilities for deep-sea diving emergencies.

With the latest apprehension, a total of nine people have been arrested by the agency since August 18

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is hosting the G-20 Finance Ministers and central bank governors meeting in Asheville

Schoolchildren across India are protesting for essential infrastructure and accountability. Their demands precede politics and focus on tangible, life-impacting issues. This new form of protest uses smartphones to present undeniable evidence of neglect. The state faces a dilemma when confronted by these young, uncompromised voices. These children represent a future demanding change from an entrenched system.

Novak Djokovic was knocked out in the first round of the US Open by Mariano Navone in a four-hour, 36-minute five-set battle. The 39-year-old struggled with physical issues, including cramps and back pain, while making 70 unforced errors. Djokovic also became emotional during the match, with tears highlighting the frustration of a painful defeat and uncertain Grand Slam future.

In a candid discussion, Rubina Dilaik, Hina Khan, and Abhinav Shukla explored the changing landscape of music. Rubina remarked on the rising controversy around item songs, mentioning their sometimes explicit nature. Meanwhile, Abhinav and Rocky delved into the themes present in contemporary rap, drawing comparisons to its traditional roots which focused on struggles and storytelling. Their dialogue shed light on the evolving nature of popular music's subject matter and presentation.

On Monday, the Indian rupee began its trading session lower versus the US dollar. The decline was influenced by rising crude oil prices and increasing geopolitical tensions. Furthermore, the prospect of a Federal Reserve rate hike has strengthened the dollar. In response, the Reserve Bank of India is taking measures to stabilize the rupee, while domestic stocks face downward pressure from foreign investors offloading shares.

A 16-year-old student was allegedly gang-raped inside a moving sleeper bus. She had boarded the vehicle seeking help while stranded in heavy rain. The driver and conductor then allegedly raped her and threatened her life. They abandoned the terrified teenager near Kashmere Gate bus terminal. Police arrested the accused and seized the bus for examination.

The Gauhati high court upheld a woman's land ownership acquired in 1975. The court found the sale invalid for minor shares but acknowledged prolonged possession. Family members challenging the sale were deemed late in their legal action. The woman's continuous possession for over thirty years proved decisive. Her successors are entitled to recover the land's possession.

A horrifying incident has unfolded at a Delhi playschool where a three-year-old boy reportedly endured physical and sexual abuse. Disturbing CCTV footage captures the child being restrained to a chair amid mistreatment. Following the event, his father noted alarming symptoms, including swollen eardrums, signaling urgent medical concerns. Authorities have detained one caretaker and are probing additional staff members.

A cab driver employed at a Delhi school was arrested for allegedly assaulting a three-year-old student. The child identified the accused driver through photographs and CCTV footage shown by school staff. Police registered an FIR under the POCSO Act after the incident came to light. Preliminary investigation revealed the driver offered chocolates and assaulted the minor near a washroom.

A 22-year-old man attacked two sisters with acid after his marriage proposal was rejected. The victims sustained burn injuries and are currently in stable condition. Their father had previously agreed to the alliance but later called it off due to behavioral issues. The accused was arrested by police shortly after the incident occurred. Legal proceedings are now underway as authorities investigate the crime.

AIMIM leader Mahboob Ali was stabbed to death on August 30

Police said the two sharpshooters were ‘injured by gunfire during retaliatory firing carried out by the police in self-defence’

Activist Manoj Jarange set a September 12 deadline for the government to accept his demands and warned of demonstrations by members of the Maratha community in Mumbai