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Bajaj Electricals exec chairman Shekhar Bajaj to become non-executive board member from January
Bajaj Electricals executive chairman Shekhar Bajaj will step down from his current role by the end of 2026 after leading the company for four decades. He will transition to a non-executive board position from January 1, 2027, subject to shareholder approval. The move is part of the company’s shift towards a professionally managed, board-led governance model, it said.
AI halves drug discovery times, but =trial bottleneck remains a costly reality
Novo Nordisk, Sanofi and Dr Reddy’s Laboratories are among the companies exploring applications ranging from drug discovery to laboratory automation and research.
SC seeks Centre's response on the relocation on relocation of Central Secretariat Library
The Supreme Court has requested the Centre to clarify the relocation details of the Central Secretariat Library. This library, containing over 8.5 lakh books, is currently at risk of losing its space. The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs previously allocated insufficient space for the library in the new Central Vista Plan. An affidavit is required to provide a detailed layout of the library's future location.
SC takes suo moto note of proposed relocation of 135-year-old Central Secretariat Library
The Supreme Court is set to hear a case regarding the relocation of the Central Secretariat Library. This library, which houses over 8.5 lakh books, is facing relocation uncertainty. Recent media reports have highlighted the absence of allocated space in the new Central Vista Plan. The Union housing ministry has stated that space for the library has indeed been provided.
SC raps UP police for FIR against 'unknown' rider
The Supreme Court expressed deep concern regarding an investigation by the Uttar Pradesh Police into a criminal case. A complainant reported that police registered an FIR against unknown persons after she captured a suspect. The court questioned the failure to include the suspect's name initially despite the complainant's action.
CJP protest assault case: Court reserves order on Swatantra Bhardwaj's regular bail plea in assault case
A court reserved its order on Swatantra Bhardwaj's bail application. He faces charges related to an alleged assault on Sanjay Azad. Bhardwaj's counsel argued the SC/ST Act was misused. The FIR was initially lodged without these specific provisions. Bhardwaj has been in judicial custody since his arrest.
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Awarapan 2 OTT release update: When and where will Emraan Hashmi's box office hit sequel stream online
Emraan Hashmi returns as Shivam Pandit in Awarapan 2, nearly two decades after the original film. The sequel has made a strong start at the box office, and attention is now turning to its digital release. While the makers are yet to announce the exact OTT premiere date, the film’s streaming destination has already emerged. Here’s what fans need to know about when and where Awarapan 2 could arrive online.

Court sends Swatantra Bhardwaj to one day of judicial custody
Swatantra Bhardwaj was remanded to one day of judicial custody by a duty magistrate. He was detained by Delhi Police Crime Branch in Bulandshahr on September 4. Bhardwaj faces charges in an FIR concerning the attempt to murder Sanjay Azad. The accused was produced via video conferencing due to security concerns. He will appear before the concerned court on Monday for further proceedings.

SC seeks CCI response in Kerala State Beverages Corp case
The Supreme Court has sought responses from the Competition Commission of India and others. This follows an appeal by the Confederation of Indian Alcoholic Beverage Companies against KSBC. The industry body alleges unfair trade practices and discrimination in the liquor market. KSBC is accused of unilaterally fixing prices and levying additional charges. The court will hear the matter again on September 23.

Supreme Court hints at remanding Krishna Janmabhoomi-Shahi Idgah case to Allahabad HC over notice lapse
The Supreme Court may send the Krishna Janmabhoomi-Shahi Idgah Mosque dispute back to the High Court. This development occurred during a hearing on an appeal filed by plaintiffs in suit number one. The appeal challenges the High Court's decision regarding representatives for Lord Krishna devotees. The court noted that notice was not issued to all plaintiffs before this decision. The matter was adjourned for two weeks at the respondents' request.

Manipur ethnic violence audio recordings manipulated, Centre tells Supreme Court
The Centre told the Supreme Court that audio clips were manipulated and contained alterations. A forensic report from NFSU Gandhinagar was submitted to the court. The petitioner's counsel relied on an earlier report finding a high voice match. The court ordered the NFSU report to be shared with both parties. This development occurred during the hearing of a plea by a Kuki rights organization.

Bajaj Electricals puts loss-making cookware unit Nirlep on the block
Bajaj Electricals is bidding adieu to its Nirlep cookware division to sharpen its focus on the lucrative consumer electronics market. After a thorough evaluation of its cookware operations, the company is considering various options for Nirlep, including a possible sale.

How many residences does Atishi want? BJP's Virendraa Sachdeva asks
Delhi BJP and Congress have targeted the Aam Aadmi Party regarding the 'Sheesh Mahal' controversy. Delhi BJP president Virendra Sachdeva criticized Delhi CM Atishi, questioning her refusal to reside at 6 Flagstaff Road amid the ongoing investigation, and her demand for multiple residences including AB 17 Mathura Road and her Kalkaji constituency home.

Nothing to do except spread lies: AAP's Sanjay Singh on BJP's poll-rigging remark
AAP MP Sanjay Singh accused the BJP of spreading lies regarding allegations of double voting in the upcoming Delhi assembly elections. Singh emphasized that his wife's name has been removed from Sultanpur's voter list, placing responsibility on those who maintain the records. The Delhi assembly elections are anticipated in February 2025.

Nitish Kumar makes a short 'personal' trip to Delhi
Bihar CM Nitish Kumar returned to Patna after a personal trip to Delhi, where speculation arose about a meeting with BJP president JP Nadda, which did not occur. JDU plans to contest Delhi assembly elections in alliance with BJP, though final decisions on seat sharing are pending.

PWD offers the 6 Flag Staff Road Bungalow to Delhi CM Atishi
The PWD has offered the 6 Flag Staff Road Bungalow to Delhi Chief Minister Atishi. This follows a controversy where Atishi's belongings were removed, allegedly due to BJP pressure. The row involved claims that the bungalow was to be allotted to a BJP leader. Both parties engaged in a blame game over the issue.

BJP, Centre playing with Kejriwal's life: AAP MP Sanjay Singh
AAP MP Sanjay Singh accused the BJP and the Central government of endangering Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's life while in custody, claiming Kejriwal lost 8.5 kg and experienced dangerously low blood sugar levels multiple times. Singh emphasized the urgent need for medical attention for Kejriwal, warning of potential serious health consequences if he remains in jail. In response, Delhi BJP President Virendra Sachdeva dismissed these claims, alleging that AAP exaggerates Kejriwal's health issues for political gain, citing instances where Kejriwal did not seek medical treatment despite being granted bail.

AAP MP Sanjay Singh alleges PM Modi ordered CBI to arrest Arvind Kejriwal; INDIA bloc to protest in parliament tomorrow
AAP MP Sanjay Singh accused PM Modi of ordering CBI to arrest Delhi CM Kejriwal amid an ED controversy, calling the charges baseless. Singh criticized ED's tactics and accused them of acting unconstitutionally. The INDIA alliance plans a Parliament protest against ED and CBI misuse

Swati Maliwal's assault case: BJP assails Kejriwal for evading question, seeks his resignation
The BJP criticised Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal for evading questions about the assault on his party MP Swati Maliwal, with accusations of him behaving like a "goon." AAP leader Kejriwal avoided the issue during a press conference in Lucknow, prompting demands for his resignation. BJP spokespersons condemned Kejriwal's alleged inaction and accused him of cowardice.

BJP Delhi chief Virendraa Sachdeva accuses Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal of supporting oppression of women
BJP's Delhi chief Virendraa Sachdeva accused Delhi Chief Minister Kejriwal of supporting 'oppression of women.' This comes amid alleged assault on AAP MP Swati Maliwal , claiming Kejriwal shielded his aide accused of the assault. BJP spokesperson Shehzad Poonawala alleged that Maliwal was being forced to stay silent or change her story.

"Causes are natural but there is corruption behind this": Delhi BJP chief over Ghazipur landfill fire
Delhi BJP chief alleges AAP corruption in the Ghazipur landfill fire incident, demanding investigation and accountability. He promises swift removal of all Delhi landfills within a year if BJP comes to power. Sachdeva said that AAP and CM Kejriwal had announced that they would remove this landfill by 2023, but the game of corruption is being played here.

Delhi BJP demands probe into 'letters' being sent by CM Kejriwal to ministers from ED custody.
Delhi BJP president Virendra Sachdeva told reporters that the party's delegation during its meeting with Arora at the Delhi Police Headquarters demanded a probe into whether the "letters" being written by Kejriwal were genuine and also into the role of his ministers Atishi and Saurabh Bharadwaj who have claimed to have received them.

Delhi Police team at CM Kejriwal's residence again to serve notice
A Delhi Police crime branch team arrived at Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's residence to serve a notice related to a probe into his claim that the BJP was buying AAP MLAs. The team, led by an ACP-level officer, was unable to serve the notices due to Kejriwal's refusal and Atishi's absence.

Kejriwal skips ED summons; BJP accuses Delhi CM of lacking faith in administrative, judicial system
The BJP accused Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal of lacking faith in the country's legal system after he skipped a third ED summons in an excise policy-related case. Kejriwal, labeling the notices as illegal and part of a plot to arrest him, evaded the summons while BJP's Virendra Sachdeva alleged Kejriwal's avoidance indicates a lack of trust in the judicial system. BJP challenges Kejriwal to contest the notices legally, claiming his evasion implies acknowledgment of corruption charges.

"Law will decide if he can run govt from jail": BJP Delhi chief hits out at CM Kejriwal over ED summons in excise case
"The leaders whom Kejriwal is making out to be heroes -- Manish Sisodia and Sanjay Singh -- were arrested in a hawala case connected to the liquor scam. Sisodia appropriated black money through the Delhi liquor scam. Sanjay Singh reduced the age bar for alcohol consumption and allowed liquor shops to stay open till 3 at night. Is he a hero?" the BJP's Delhi chief questioned.

Heat of liquor scam probe will reach Arvind Kejriwal too: BJP after Sanjay Singh's arrest
The Kejriwal government last year withdrew its 2021-22 excise policy after the launch of a CBI probe at the recommendation of Delhi LG VK Saxena into alleged irregularities in its implementation. In February this year, the CBI arrested Sisodia, the then Deputy CM and minister in-charge of Excise department, in connection with alleged corruption in formulation and implementation of the policy that was brought by the AAP government to reform liquor trade in Delhi.

JD(U) MLC's husband,bodyguard sent to 14-day judicial custody
A court in Bihar's Gaya district remanded Bindeshwari Prasad Yadav alias Bindi Yadav and his wife JD(U) MLC Manorama Devi's bodyguard Rajesh Kumar to 14-day judicial custody .
Advance India to invest Rs 600 crore to develop premium houses
Real estate developer Advance India Projects will invest Rs 600 crore over the next 3-4 years in Gurgaon.

Duped investors waged all-out war to see Ulhas behind bars
The 2 lakh investors, all of them from the middle and upper middle class, did everything to ensure that police did not give up on the case.
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