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08 Sep

Delhi Music Teacher Dies After Alleged Assault Outside Home; Eight Juveniles and Men Held

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): A late-night confrontation over alleged noise and public nuisance in Delhi’s Kilokari village has ended in the death of a 54-year-old Manipuri musician and private music teacher, with police arresting seven adults and apprehending a 15-year-old in connection with the case. Chongtham Vikram Singh, who had been teaching music privately in Delhi for around 17 years, was allegedly attacked after objecting to disturbances outside his residence on Sunday night. He was taken to a private hospital in Okhla but died from his injuries early Monday morning. Police received information about the assault at around 1:38 am, according to…

08 Sep

Nepal Flood Crisis Deepens as Death Toll Reaches 1,356, Thousands Remain Unaccounted For

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Kathmandu (Rajeev Sharma): Nepal’s devastating flash floods have left a growing trail of destruction, with the death toll climbing to 1,356, while rescue agencies continue searching for thousands of people still unaccounted for. According to Nepal’s National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority (NDRRMA), 4,994 people remain missing, including at least 589 foreign nationals. Rescue teams have so far managed to bring 13,396 people to safety. The catastrophe began on August 26 after an ice-and-rock avalanche close to the Nepal-Tibet border triggered a massive surge of water. The Bhotekoshi River carried the floodwaters into areas farther south, where entire communities…

08 Sep

The Great Indian Pause: Marriage and Motherhood Forcing Millions of Women Out of India's Workforce

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A new report by Aspire For Her and Shaadi.org reveals a sobering reality: marriage and motherhood remain the leading reasons why millions of Indian women are forced to leave the workforce, with only a fraction ever returning. Despite rising education levels and aspirations, entrenched social norms and systemic barriers continue to lock women out of economic participation, costing India dearly in lost talent and productivity. National Crisis: The Numbers Behind the Exodus 50% of working mothers in India quit their jobs by age 30, with marriage and motherhood as the primary triggers. Only 27% of women who take a…

08 Sep

Tathastu ICS Celebrates Teachers' Day with GURU SAMVAD 2026

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A Thoughtful Celebration of the Architects of Tomorrow Union Minister Shri Chirag Paswan and Hon'ble Mr. Justice J.K. Maheshwari (Former Judge, Supreme Court of India) inspire young India to lead with courage, character and conviction On the occasion of Teachers' Day, Tathastu ICS hosted GURU SAMVAD 2026, a distinguished gathering dedicated to honouring the teachers and mentors who shape young minds and contribute to nation-building. The programme brought together eminent educators, civil servants, entrepreneurs and thought leaders in a meaningful dialogue with Gen Z, encouraging young India to participate thoughtfully in building an empowered and inclusive future. GURU…

08 Sep

EMCON 2026: When Emergency Medicine Comes of Age in India

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There are moments in the evolution of a medical specialty when a conference becomes more than a conference. It becomes a statement. A landmark global gathering in Mumbai is more than a medical conference. It reflects how far Emergency Medicine in India has travelled and where it must go next. - By Dr Sandeep B. Gore, Director – Emergency Medicine, Fortis Hospital, Mulund, Mumbai & Organising Chairman, EMCON 2026. For Emergency Medicine in India, EMCON 2026 in Mumbai is one such moment. From October 30 to November 1, 2026, emergency physicians, global leaders, researchers, nurses, paramedics, educators, innovators…

08 Sep

AI & Automation – the Future of Citizen-Centric Manufacturing MSMEs

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India's manufacturing MSMEs are not merely business enterprises; they are engines of employment, innovation, exports and inclusive economic growth. They supply critical components to large industries, support domestic value chains, and provide livelihoods to millions of families across urban and rural India. Their success is therefore inseparable from the nation's broader development goals. Today, however, MSMEs operate in an increasingly demanding environment. Rising input and labour costs, evolving customer expectations, global competition, stringent quality standards, and compressed delivery timelines are placing unprecedented pressure on traditional manufacturing models. To remain competitive and resilient, MSMEs must modernise their operations. The question…

08 Sep

Equitas Small Finance Bank Launches "When Organisations Win", Exploring the Role of Governance, Trust and Values in Building Sustainable Organisations

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Equitas Small Finance Bank today announced the launch of When Organisations Win – Governance, Trust and the Values of Equitas Small Finance Bank, a book that explores what enables organisations to build trust, create sustainable value and remain resilient over the long term. Equitas Small Finance Bank launched the book ‘When Organisations Win’ today (7 September 2026) at Equitas Towers, Chennai Authored by Dr CA Sangeeta Shankaran Sumesh, CFO, business and leadership coach, author, speaker and Independent Director, the book takes readers inside the governance journey of Equitas Small Finance Bank through conversations with P N Vasudevan, Managing…

08 Sep

Punjab Weather: Rain Confined to Three Districts as Bathinda Touches 36.4°C

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Rainfall activity has weakened across Punjab as the monsoon enters a quieter phase, with showers expected only at isolated locations in three districts on Tuesday. Chandigarh, meanwhile, is likely to remain under cloudy skies, with rising humidity potentially making the weather feel warmer despite temperatures staying close to normal. The Meteorological Department has forecast light to moderate rain in parts of Pathankot, Hoshiarpur and Rupnagar. The rest of Punjab is likely to remain largely dry. The shift comes after the state saw little rainfall on Monday. Despite an earlier forecast of showers across 14 districts, Pathankot was…

08 Sep

Punjab Faces Power Crunch as Thermal Plants Near Coal Shortage, Industry Warns of Exit

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab’s power situation is coming under increasing strain as coal stocks at private thermal power plants have reportedly fallen to levels sufficient for only about two days of generation. If fresh supplies do not arrive soon, power production at these plants could be affected, raising concerns over possible outages across the state. The situation could have consequences for both domestic consumers and Punjab’s industrial sector, particularly if the state is forced to depend more heavily on electricity purchased from the central grid. Punjab has an overall thermal power generation capacity of 5,680 MW. State-owned plants account for…

08 Sep

Shimla-Kinnaur Highway Blocked by Landslide as Himachal Heads Towards a Drier Spell

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Shimla (Rajeev Sharma): Traffic movement on the Shimla-Kinnaur National Highway-5 came to a standstill early Monday after a major landslide struck the road at Janogghat near Theog, leaving hundreds of vehicles stranded on either side. The landslide occurred at around 5 am, bringing down two to three large deodar trees along with debris onto the highway. Authorities subsequently closed the stretch to traffic as efforts began to clear the obstruction. The disruption has particularly affected vehicles carrying apples, with dozens of fruit-laden trucks reportedly stuck along the highway. Emergency vehicles have also been unable to cross the affected section, adding…