‘UPI MDR Is Neither Tax Nor Cess’: Sitharaman Accuses Opposition Of Spreading Misinformation

News18 - Sep 21, 2026

Sitharaman said the MDR is a charge levied by service providers to improve the system and provide better service, not for small transactions.

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Karnataka Assembly: Vande Mataram Ends After Two Stanzas | Is This Not Disrespect To Bharat Mata?
Sep 21, 2026
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A fresh political controversy erupted in the Karnataka Assembly after the official rendition of Vande Mataram ended after two stanzas. BJP legislators then continued by singing the remaining stanzas in the House.The incident comes amid a Karnataka government directive providing for only the first two stanzas of Vande Mataram at general government functions, while allowing all six stanzas at events attended by the President, Vice-President, Prime Minister or Governor. The directive has also been challenged before the Karnataka High Court.The episode has reignited a wider debate over Vande Mataram, national symbols, political tradition, religious sensitivities and the meaning of respect for Bharat Mata.Why was the song stopped after two stanzas? What does the government order say? And why did BJP legislators continue singing the full version? n18oc_indian18oc_politicsn18oc_the-right-standNews18 Mobile App - https://onelink.to/desc-youtube

IIT Bombay Student Death Case: Premeditated Caste Conclusion? | The Right Stand | News18
Sep 21, 2026
IIT Bombay Student Death Case: Premeditated Caste Conclusion? | The Right Stand | News18

The death of IIT Bombay student Sahil Wakode has sparked protests and intense debate over academic pressure, student-faculty relations and allegations of caste discrimination.As investigations continue, questions have emerged over the competing claims surrounding the case and whether conclusions about caste discrimination were reached before the investigation was complete.In this episode of The Right Stand, we examine the available facts, the allegations made by Wakode’s family, IIT Bombay’s response, the police investigation and the wider debate on caste and campus life.What does the evidence establish so far? Are allegations being treated as conclusions before the investigation is complete? -right-standNews18 Mobile App - https://onelink.to/desc-youtube

One MLA, Six Helping Hands: A Question Of Accessibility Inside J&K Assembly
Sep 21, 2026
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Peerzada Mohammad Syed, 71, was seen struggling to reach his designated seat inside the Assembly, with several people assisting him as he climbed the stairs leading to the House.

‘Mamata Started From Here, Now It Is Ending Here’: Nandigram’s Empty TMC Office Tells A Political Story
Sep 21, 2026
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Nandigram is once again at the centre of political attention, with a by-election scheduled for October 6.

IIT-Bombay Suicide: Hostel Admin To Install Wall-Mounted Fans Days After Student's Demise
Sep 21, 2026
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IIT-Bombay has maintained that the change is part of a broader hostel renovation plan and was not introduced specifically in response to Wakode’s death.

Not Suspended: IIT Bombay Faculty Forum Backs Accused Professor In Death Case, Holds Campus March
Sep 21, 2026
Not Suspended: IIT Bombay Faculty Forum Backs Accused Professor In Death Case, Holds Campus March

The death of 20-year-old IIT Bombay student Sahil Wakode has triggered protests and a wider debate over academic malpractice, student-faculty relations and caste allegations on campus.Wakode, a second-year student in the Department of Energy Science and Engineering, was allegedly found using a mobile phone during a mid-semester examination on September 18. IIT Bombay had said he uploaded the question paper to an AI platform to seek answers. The institute later apologised for its earlier statements about the circumstances surrounding his death, saying the matter remains under investigation.Wakode’s family has alleged caste-based harassment and filed a complaint naming Professor Suryanarayana Doolla, among others. Police have registered an FIR invoking provisions of the SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act. IIT Bombay has denied caste discrimination and said no such complaint had been submitted to its SC/ST cell or administration. n18oc_indian18oc_brass-tacksNews18 Mobile App - https://onelink.to/desc-youtube

The 'Epstein Case' Of Tamil Nadu? | POCSO Case Against Veeramani | Brass Tacks With Nabila Jamal
Sep 21, 2026
The 'Epstein Case' Of Tamil Nadu? | POCSO Case Against Veeramani | Brass Tacks With Nabila Jamal

The “Epstein Case” of Tamil Nadu? The POCSO case involving industrialist R. Veeramani has raised serious questions after investigators traced multiple alleged survivors and expanded the probe. A special POCSO court had earlier rejected the police’s closure report and ordered further investigation.In this episode of Brass Tacks With Nabila Jamal, we examine the allegations, the investigation, the questions surrounding the earlier handling of the case, and what the latest developments mean.The case remains under investigation, and allegations against the accused should be distinguished from findings established by a court. -tacksNews18 Mobile App - https://onelink.to/desc-youtube

Geysers That Come With Fast Heating Technology For Quick Showers
Sep 21, 2026
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From compact 3-litre instant geysers for quick kitchen use to larger-capacity models for bathrooms, these affordable water heaters combine rapid heating with useful safety features

AMD becomes latest chipmaker to reach $1 trillion valuation on AI demand
Sep 21, 2026
AMD becomes latest chipmaker to reach $1 trillion valuation on AI demand

Advanced Micro Devices soared past $1 trillion in market capitalisation for the first time on Monday, joining a small group of chipmakers to reach the milestone, as investors bet on its expanding role in artificial intelligence computing.

AI model developers need to take the lead on safety: Ashwini Vaishnaw
Sep 21, 2026
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In an interview with ET, when asked about the debate in the US over slowing or pacing the technology, Ashwini Vaishnaw said governments have stepped in before when disruptive technologies arrived.

‘Babar Vs Bajrangbali’ To Be Uttar Pradesh's Key Political Theme Ahead Of 2027 Assembly Elections?
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‘Babar Vs Bajrangbali’ To Be Uttar Pradesh's Key Political Theme Ahead Of 2027 Assembly Elections?

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