Suvendu eats fish offering at Kalighat temple amidst Bageshwar Baba row
“On the sacred occasion of Kaushiki Amavasya, Chief Minister Shri @SuvenduWB offered prayers to Maa Kali at Kalighat and, following the temple’s traditional customs, partook of the sacred bhog of pulao and fish,” the West Bengal BJP said on social media, sharing the video
Source:The Hindu
September 12, 2026 03:26 UTC
CPI(M) to undertake major organisational reforms at extended State Committee meeting in the shadow of mounting troubles
Extended State Committee meeting, scheduled to begin in Kozhikode on Sunday, may initiate measures to bring in greater transparency and accountability on the part of the leadership, says a party leader. The style of functioning of the party could change from high-voltage events to home visits and neighbourhood gatherings. District committee members are likely to be tasked with overseeing and guiding local and branch committees
Source:The Hindu
September 12, 2026 03:12 UTC
From fighter jets to sweet-shop clocks: The rise of India’s watch microbrands
Young Indian watch brands are drawing on art, history, home and memory to create distinctive, collectable watches — giving buyers a more personal alternative to conventional luxury, often at more accessible prices
Source:The Hindu
September 12, 2026 03:11 UTC
China signals push to reset ties as Xi Jinping visits India, vows to 'properly handle differences'
Xu Feihong talked about handling differences and mutual cooperation in a post on X hours before Xi Jinping’s visit to India for the BRICS Summit on Saturday.
Source:Hindustan Times
September 12, 2026 03:00 UTC
44 injured, 18-year-old critically hurt after train derails in northern France
Transport Minister Philippe Tabarot said around 140 firefighters and emergency personnel were deployed to the sceneAt least 44 people were injured, including one seriously, after a passenger train derailed in northern France on Friday evening, officials said. The train, carrying around 180 passengers, was travelling between Rouen and Caen when it went off the tracks near Cléon in Normandy, shortly before 20:00 local time.An 18-year-old woman was critically injured and airlifted to Rouen University Hospital, while 43 others reportedly suffered minor injuries. Transport Minister Philippe Tabarot said around 140 firefighters and emergency personnel were deployed to the scene. Uninjured passengers were taken to Cléon Town Hall. SNCF reported significant disruption to rail services in the area and said replacement buses would be provided.
Source:Times of India
September 12, 2026 02:59 UTC
