Times of India

Amidst the ongoing conversation regarding dietary customs within Hinduism during Durga Puja, chief minister Suvendu Adhikari engaged in prayer and enjoyed traditional bhog. He asserted that faith-based dietary choices should remain personal, asserting his own commitment to sattvik eating on designated days while also accepting fish and goat meat as temple prasad, demonstrating a multicultural approach.

Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) is essentially a fee that a merchant incurs when accepting payments for goods or services through credit or debit cards. It is important to note that person-to-person transactions will continue to be free with no MDR applicable.

In a surprising turn of events, Stockbridge's youngest mayor, Jayden Williams, was ousted following a misconduct hearing. The city council uncovered serious concerns surrounding his management of resources and city property. Facing claims of financial impropriety, Williams defended himself by pointing to insufficient training. Now, Stockbridge is preparing for a special election to choose a new mayor to bridge the leadership gap.

An IndiGo flight from Agartala to Delhi diverted to Lucknow after a smoke warning. The aircraft landed safely with all 103 passengers and six crew members unharmed. Airport emergency teams were deployed as a precautionary measure following the alert. This incident follows a similar diversion of an Air India Express flight days earlier. Both aircraft landed safely, and no smoke was found during inspections.

Upon their arrival in Samarkand, India's chess team faced a frustrating delay concerning hotel accommodations due to miscommunication from the local organizing committee. Fortunately, All India Chess Federation president Nitin Narang stepped in and reached out to FIDE to resolve the accommodation issue. Now, players are comfortably settled in individual rooms, while coaches share rooms.

Travis Kelce, the Kansas City Chiefs’ tight end, has opened up about the retirement rumors and has cleared the air on it in the new season.

Launched in 2013, purpose-designed artificial reefs were deployed along Western Australia's coast, leading to a remarkable transformation of the seafloor. In a span of three years, fish species surged from a mere dozen to an impressive sixty. These artificial structures not only enrich marine biodiversity but also provide excellent recreational fishing sites, exemplifying the project's effectiveness in promoting both marine life and community involvement.

The MDR will be effective from October 15, 2026. . This timeline gives acquiring banks, payment aggregators, fintech applications, and corporate accounting platforms adequate lead time to update their software engines and billing systems.

A large Adirondack Park property, planned for extensive residential development, is now headed for a public foreclosure auction. This project, which promised hundreds of homes and a ski resort, faced significant legal challenges. After years of litigation and mortgage defaults, the land's ownership became entangled in foreclosure proceedings. An investor is owed millions, and the county also seeks significant property tax payments.

The court passed the order after hearing a petition filed by the woman who said she had intended to transfer the money to her father but inadvertently sent it to another account. The account belonged to M/s Standard Engineering Works and, according to the petitioner's case, was dormant.

Actor Josh Duhamel has acquired a tranquil property in Minnesota, initially featuring just an old cabin. Over the years, he expanded the land to fifty-two acres, modernizing it with essential utilities like electricity and running water. This transformation has provided a beloved retreat for his family, where they can enjoy a range of outdoor activities, including leisure time by the lakeside with his son.

The Cockroach Janta Party initiated its 'School Theek Karo' campaign in Noida city. Party spokesperson Saurabh Das announced plans for a comprehensive school audit. Young people across Uttar Pradesh are encouraged to inspect their neighborhood schools. This social audit drive focuses on government schools and basic facilities. Findings will document infrastructure and essential amenities for children's education.

Sia, a motorcyclist, alleged delayed police action after her vehicle was hit on Golf Course Road. The car driver, Kalyan Bainsla, was arrested from Rajasthan two days later. Sia had posted a video of the incident, showing the car intentionally hitting her. Her brother stated the police handled the investigation promptly and efficiently. He refuted defense claims that the incident was accidental or for social media attention.

In a bold stand for their land and legacy, Texas landowners and conservationists are taking legal action against the Trump administration's border wall efforts. They emphasize that the Big Bend area, known for its natural beauty, has minimal illegal crossing incidents. The lawsuit contests the rationale behind sidelining environmental protections and raises alarms about potential harm to both private properties and local ecosystems.