Tuesday, 29 September 2026
Today's stories — most differently framed first
Ranked by how far apart the outlets' framings sit.
01Supreme Court refuses stay on UPI merchant transaction fee
The Supreme Court has declined to grant an interim stay on the government's decision to levy a Merchant Discount Rate on specified Unified Payments Interface transactions exceeding ₹2,000. The apex court issued notices to the Reserve Bank of India and the National Payments Corporation of India, seeking their response within four weeks.
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02Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay launches newborn gold scheme
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay has launched the Thaimaaman Thanga Mothiram scheme in Madurai to provide a one-gram gold ring to newborns in government hospitals. Meanwhile, the state government has revoked a controversial order that previously exempted its Public Department from the purview of the Right to Information Act.
Gautam Adani and group firms settle SEBI case
Gautam Adani, four group companies, and several others have paid a cumulative Rs 1.48 crore to settle proceedings with the Securities and Exchange Board of India regarding minimum public shareholding norms. Separately, the regulator found no evidence that Vinod Adani controlled foreign portfolio investors that invested in listed Adani group firms.
Courts hear pleas challenging decisions by CEC Gyanesh Kumar
Multiple legal challenges have been filed against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over administrative and electoral decisions. While the Supreme Court is weighing a plea seeking his suspension over alleged unilateral actions, the Bombay High Court has declined an urgent hearing on a separate challenge.
Supreme Court issues notice on acquittal of 22 in Sohrabuddin case
The Supreme Court has issued notice to 22 individuals who were previously acquitted in the alleged fake encounter case of Sohrabuddin Shaikh. A bench headed by the Chief Justice of India noted that 92 witnesses turning hostile during the trial was a matter of serious concern. The court is examining a plea challenging the Bombay High Court decision that had upheld the acquittals.
Student protests erupt at Lovely Professional University over alleged rape
Violent protests broke out at Lovely Professional University in Punjab following social media reports and student claims regarding an alleged rape on campus. Authorities subsequently suspended internet services and classes as clashes occurred between demonstrators and police.
The record
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07Supreme Court takes suo motu cognisance of Delhi-NCR sexual assaults
The Supreme Court has taken suo motu cognisance of recent sexual assault cases in Delhi and the National Capital Region. The bench drew parallels to the 2012 Nirbhaya case and highlighted systemic failures within the local police and administration.
Supreme Court directs Election Commission to resolve Trinamool symbol dispute
The Supreme Court has directed the Election Commission of India to resolve a dispute regarding the name and election symbol of the All India Trinamool Congress. The court set a strict timeline for the poll panel to make its decision. This intervention aims to bring finality to the party's leadership and representation claims.
Vithya Ramraj breaks PT Usha's national record at Asian Games
Athlete Vithya Ramraj won the bronze medal in the women's 400m hurdles at the Asian Games in Nagoya, clocking 54.75 seconds. In doing so, she broke the four-decade-old national record previously held by PT Usha.
Delhi Police file report against minister Parvesh Verma and AAP MLA Jarnail Singh
Delhi Police have registered a non-cognizable report against Public Works Department Minister Parvesh Sahib Singh Verma for allegedly slapping a 22-year-old man during a road inspection in Tilak Nagar. Simultaneously, a separate First Information Report has been filed against Aam Aadmi Party MLA Jarnail Singh over an allied incident. The developments have drawn sharp reactions from opposition leaders and counter-warnings from the minister.