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Russian «influence actors» have amplified stories about migrants entering the U.S. in an attempt to stoke discord, according to the Department of Homeland Security report, and have used generative AI to create fake websites that appeared to be authentic U.S.-based media outlets. Iran has become «increasingly aggressive in its foreign influence efforts,» the report said. In one example, Iranian actors posed as activists online to encourage protests over the conflict in Gaza, DHS said.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. New Delhi: Caught in a cycle of costly legal battles, the Indian government plans to roll out a new national litigation policy aimed at curbing legal expenses, particularly in cases where the government is effectively suing itself, according to officials familiar with the matter. The policy, still under development, will focus on disputes between government entities, such as public sector undertakings (PSUs), which have long been a financial burden on the administration.

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Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. The Supreme Court recently reprimanded the ministry of finance for treating Debt Recovery Tribunals as a subordinate entity—a factor that experts say impedes the already overburdened DRTs dealing with hundreds of thousands of pending cases. The rebuke followed a report submitted by the presiding officer of the DRT in Visakhapatnam to the top court, revealing that the quasi-judicial body’s staff had been directed to assist the finance ministry in tasks such as data compilation, undermining the tribunal’s functioning.

Telangana, including Kamareddy, Hyderabad, Nirmal, Siddipet, Nagarkurnool, and Medchal-Malkajgiri, experienced heavy rainfall for the fourth straight day on Tuesday. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert, forecasting thunderstorms in several districts, including Rangareddy, Hyderabad, and Medchal-Malkajgiri.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. Kulgam, Kashmir: Zahoor Ahmad Reshi stands by his field, watching over his crop of Mushk Budji—a fragrant, short-grain rice native to Kashmir. Once a regional staple, this prized rice variety has teetered on the edge of extinction for decades, but Reshi is determined to bring it back.

The 12-month grace period for student loan borrowers came to an end on Sept. 30

As the Southeast U.S. recovers in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene's destruction, consumers looking to change their air travel plans to or from affected areas without taking a financial hit may be out of luck, experts said.

Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland says owners of small and medium-sized businesses will finally receive their long-awaited carbon pricing refunds before the end of this year.

Season 10 brings significant changes to Gaffney Chicago Medical Center. New doctors, layoffs and personal conflicts lead to rising tensions in the emergency department. The show will release Episode 2 soon.

The suggestions came in response to a proposal from the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) regarding setting up telecom manufacturing zones in the country. «The sheds should be constructed keeping in mind the requirements of manufacturers, so that they can just bring their machinery and start manufacturing,» said an industry executive, who did not wish to be identified.

U.S. job openings rose unexpectedly in August as the American labor market continued to show resilience

The U.S. broker-dealer unit of Toronto Dominion Bank TD.TO has agreed to pay over $20 million under a deal with U.S. authorities to settle charges that it manipulated the U.S. Treasuries market.

Monsoon season 2024 ends with 7.6% more rainfall than normal with Rajasthan, Gujarat, west Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Telangana and Andhra Pradesh getting excess rainfall, said India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Tuesday even as most parts of the country are expected to receive above normal rainfall. While rainfall in October could be 115% of Long Period Average (LPA), rainfall during post monsoon season October- December is expected to be 112% of LPA. Above normal rainfall during the post monsoon season may affect harvesting process standing kharif crops – paddy, pulses and oilseeds- affecting the overall productivity. The timely arrival of monsoon is good for agriculture as most of the kharif sowing takes place in the months of June and July. The southwest monsoon provides about 70% of India's yearly rain and is vital for the agriculture sector that contributes significantly to the country’s GDP and supports over half of its 1.4 billion population.

monsoon season has concluded with 7.6 per cent more rainfall than the normal average, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). Several states, including Rajasthan, Gujarat, west Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Telangana, and Andhra Pradesh, experienced excess rainfall. The monsoon is vital for India's agricultural sector, as 52% of the net cultivated area relies on it. Additionally, this rain-bearing system plays a crucial role in replenishing reservoirs that supply drinking water and support power generation across the country.

Maine environmental officials say all water samples analyzed so far after the state’s largest recorded accidental spill of firefighting foam are below its guidelines for potentially dangerous chemicals

The income tax department's online tax return filing and processing system has proved to be a vast improvement over the old manual system. However, more than a decade after the online system was launched, taxpayers continue to face difficulties, best exemplified by a recent Supreme Court order.

dry days coincide with major national holidays and religious festivals, following an official order issued by Excise Department Commissioner Ravi Jha.

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Employees may be worried that the relaxation in TDS compliance given to companies might impact the timely deposit of the tax against their respective PANs. Recently, there have been cases of companies such as SpiceJet and Byju's failing to deposit TDS with the government in time leading to employees facing income tax problems. Earlier, the companies had 60 days from the original due date to deposit the pending TDS (tax deducted at source). But from October 1, 2024, the new income tax laws give companies more time to do this. From October 1 onwards, companies can deposit TDS with the government till the deadline to file the TDS return. However, if the TDS is deposited after the original due date then, penal interest would have to be additionally paid. This means an additional 20 days to make the TDS deposit i.e., 60 days from original due date plus 20 more days.

The Atlanta Fulton County Emergency Management Agency has started an investigation, and the agency is probing the numerous reports of haze and strong chemical odors across Fulton County. This condition may have a connection to the chemical fire that broke out at the BioLab facility, as reported in Fox News. The blaze has raised deep concern due to the potential release of hazardous substances into the atmosphere and harmed the quality of the air. As per the website, BioLab is a company that produces pool chemicals. Mayor Andre Dickens posted on X that they are aware of this stringent incident that took place in Conyers, Georgia. They are working hard to ensure safety across the Atlanta area. The Atlanta Fire Rescue Department and the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport are conducting air quality control checks.