Times of India

Darshan Solanki's father was detained by Powai police on Monday. He was protesting caste discrimination on the IIT-B campus. The father sought a meeting with the IIT-B director to discuss suicide prevention steps. Protesters were denied entry, and one alleged police manhandling. This incident follows three student suicides at the institute this year.

Asgar Ali Vora struggles to regain his land after a developer relinquished possession. He had purchased the property in 1989 and alleged developers took possession in 2011. After meeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi, one developer relinquished the land. However, another developer allegedly continues to retain possession of the property. Police have registered a non-cognisable offence against the involved developers.

A 17-year-old girl was allegedly gang-raped by three men posing as police officers. The incident occurred in a park near Kalkaji Mandir after the girl and her friend visited the temple. Police received a PCR call and reached the spot, taking the girl for medical examination. Authorities are scanning CCTV footage and gathering information to identify the accused.

A Delhi High Court case explores returning an adopted orphan child years later. The adoptive mother seeks to hand over custody due to behavioral issues. The child was adopted in 2018 and later discovered to have intellectual disability. He exhibits aggression and theft, leading to school expulsions. The court seeks the stance of authorities on housing the minor.

A sham Apple service centre in Palam Vihar was busted by Gurgaon police. Elderly US citizens were targeted with fake privacy and virus warnings. Impersonators then demanded thousands of dollars using bogus Federal Trade Commission notices. Police have traced transactions worth two crore rupees from fifteen victims. Eleven individuals were arrested, and the main operator remains at large.

In a notable legal move, actor Manoj Bajpayee has turned to the Delhi High Court to safeguard his identity. He claims his image and voice have been used without permission, particularly through AI technologies. The court raised issues regarding jurisdiction; however, Bajpayee's legal team referenced defendants based in Delhi. This petition mirrors the growing trend of public figures seeking similar protections due to concerns over unauthorized endorsements and AI-generated content.

A 26-year-old teacher was fatally shot inside a Lakhimpur Kheri school by a 28-year-old man. The attacker then shot himself, causing panic among hundreds of students present. Police are investigating how the assailant entered the school with a firearm. The victim's family alleged the man had been pressuring her to marry him. This incident follows a similar fatal attack on a teacher in Faridabad.

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf plans a protest on September 27 for Imran Khan's release. Legal challenges have been filed against the detention of his three sisters. The party insists the demonstrations will proceed despite arrests of its leaders. Authorities state the protest will not be allowed to disrupt the capital city. Imran Khan's son condemned the detentions and called for international intervention.

Monty Python star Eric Idle, 83, has opened up about surviving pancreatic cancer, his peaceful life in Provence and his views on mortality. Idle also recalled a 2001 conversation with Beatles legend George Harrison about death and rebirth, revealing their differing beliefs about the afterlife during Harrison’s final days and his iconic comedy legacy.

British Prime Minister Andy Burnham announced dedicated courts for sexual offence cases. These new courts aim to expedite convictions and reduce case backlogs significantly. Specialized training will be provided to court personnel for handling sensitive cases. Victims will receive a dedicated point of contact throughout the legal process. This initiative supports the government's commitment to reducing violence against women.

The finance ministry urged bank employees to resolve demands through dialogue. A three-day nationwide strike is planned from September 28 to 30. Unions seek a five-day banking week and withdrawal of the PLI scheme. The government has addressed most concerns and is examining remaining issues. Banks are preparing for potential disruptions and advising customers to use digital services.