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UN report finds widespread sexual violence in Ukraine war, 89% of cases linked to Russia

Times of India - Fri, 09/18/2026 - 17:22
A UN report documented widespread sexual violence by Russian forces in Ukraine. These violations included gang rape and genital mutilation against civilians and prisoners. Ukrainian authorities were responsible for a smaller number of similar human rights abuses. Most victims of sexual violence in detention were men, according to the UN findings. The report highlights the ongoing nature of these abhorrent acts amid the conflict.
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France’s Naval Group partners with Nibe Ltd. to develop underwater drones, mine countermeasures

Hindu - Fri, 09/18/2026 - 17:21
The two companies will leverage their respective expertise to work on underwater autonomous systems
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CBI registers fresh case against Reliance Capital, Anil Ambani

Hindu - Fri, 09/18/2026 - 17:19
The probe agency says the accused caused a loss of ₹2,684.57 crore to LIC
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How Chennai’s GCC expansion could reshape its real estate market

Hindu - Fri, 09/18/2026 - 17:12
As global capability centres expand across the city’s key corridors, demand for Grade A offices and housing is expected to grow alongside supporting infrastructure
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Modern ‘secularism’ is a Western concept, does not fit India: Mohan Bhagwat

Hindu - Fri, 09/18/2026 - 17:11
The RSS chief warns against ego, noting India’s historical adherence to dharma, and urges youth to respect their own worship choices while honouring others’ practices
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Bristol’s £9.7m Harbour Walkway links Temple Meads to £500m campus

Times of India - Fri, 09/18/2026 - 17:09
Bristol City Council spent £9.7 million on a 400-metre floating Harbour Walkway, initially estimated at £2.5 million and designed to connect Temple Meads station to a planned music arena. The arena was later moved to Filton. The walkway now connects the station’s new eastern entrance with the University of Bristol’s £500 million campus.
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With southern States in the same boat, Karnataka turns to Assam for power

Hindu - Fri, 09/18/2026 - 17:08
State procures 100MW of power daily under the ‘One Nation, One Grid, One Frequency’ system
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JPC members question Centre on foreign funds, asset takeover provisions in FCRA amendments

Hindu - Fri, 09/18/2026 - 17:08
At first meeting, Home Ministry defends proposed changes as measures to improve transparency and accountability; Opposition questions powers of proposed “designated authority”
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Jammu and Kashmir L-G flags off the Harmukh-Gangbal pilgrimage

Hindu - Fri, 09/18/2026 - 16:59
The Lieutenant-Governor, Manoj Sinha, described Harmukh as the ‘abode of Lord Shiva’ and that the sacred yatra embodied purity, devotion, and unity in diversity
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Former School Education Minister Anbil Mahesh questioned by CCB Police

Hindu - Fri, 09/18/2026 - 16:57
The case is about alleged collection of money from private school managements on the promise of securing government approvals from the School Education Department
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CSL lays keel for Navy’s next-gen missile vessels

Hindu - Fri, 09/18/2026 - 16:52
The ships are envisaged as high-speed vessels with an array of weapons and sensors, including a surface-to-surface missile system, anti-missile defence system, and air surveillance and fire control radars
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Former DGP Tomin Thachankary approaches Kerala HC in appeal against disproportionate assets case conviction

Hindu - Fri, 09/18/2026 - 16:46
Thachankary contends that the prosecution had miscalculated his rental income, property income, payments made by his relatives, and properties acquired by his wife
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‘Nava Sankalpa Bakery’ and ‘Bakery on Wheels’ launched at Bengaluru central prison

Hindu - Fri, 09/18/2026 - 16:46
The programme aims at generating additional revenue for govt. through the sale of bakery products while helping inmates prepare for life after their release
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Mamata moves Supreme Court against EC decision to freeze TMC name, symbol

Times of India - Fri, 09/18/2026 - 16:42
Mamata Banerjee has challenged the Election Commission's decision in the Supreme Court. The poll panel froze the Trinamool Congress name and symbol for upcoming bypolls. Her faction received a new name and symbol for the October 6 elections. The rival faction was allotted a different name and symbol by the ECI. The dispute over the original party identity remains unresolved by the commission.
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