Video shows huge cloud of dust after Delhi building collapses, leaving several students trapped

Several students were feared trapped after a multi-storey building, which was a boys' PG accommodation as per HT, collapsed in Delhi’s Satya Niketan on Sunday. A video has surfaced online showing a massive cloud of dust engulfing the entire area following the building collapse. Eyewitnesses said at least 50 students were believed to be inside the building when it collapsed.
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04:08 pm Sunday, 06 September 2026

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What happens to PF if one switches to a non-EPF-covered job? 

Individuals who move to a job where EPFO-managed provident fund (PF) is not applicable stop making regular contributions to their EPF account, similarly the employer also stops. One cannot make regular contributions to the PF, however, the account balance does not disappear, it remains in the account. The EPFO credits interest in the account until one turns 58 years old.
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04:28 pm Sunday, 06 September 2026

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Why the 4% rule may not work for those retiring at 45 & what's the alternative?

The 4% withdrawal rule may not work for Indians planning to retire at 45 as the rule was developed keeping a 30-year post-retirement period in mind. An early retiree must plan their retirement corpus' size based on their lifestyle preferences as a single 4% rate fails to satisfy long-term needs. A contingency buffer is also more important for early retirees.
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03:53 pm Sunday, 06 September 2026

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Why have Nike shares fallen 80% in 5 years?

Nike's shares have fallen 80% from their record high in 2021 amid multiple headwinds. Amid intense competition from Chinese brands, Nike's Greater China revenue fell 17% on a constant-currency basis in Q4 of FY26. Its declining direct-to-consumer revenue and weaker overall sales have contributed to slowdown. Critics argued Nike has leaned too far into social issues, affecting its brand image.
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11:49 am Sunday, 06 September 2026

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Satwik-Chirag win maiden China Masters title, create history

Indian shuttlers Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty created history by winning their maiden China Masters title. They fought back after losing the opening game to defeat China's He Ji Ting and Ren Xiang Yu 11-21, 21-13, 21-17 in the men's doubles final. Satwik-Chirag became the first Indians to win a title at the tournament since its inception in 2005.
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04:53 pm Sunday, 06 September 2026

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What a ₹1 lakh investment in gold now could be worth in 2050?

Gold prices could rise significantly by 2050. At the January gold price of ₹14,254 per gram, a ₹1 lakh investment in 24-carat gold would have bought around 7.016 grams, reported News18. If gold earns an average 10% annual return, this investment could grow to about ₹9.85 lakh by 2050. At 11–12% annual returns, it could potentially reach around ₹12–15 lakh.
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07:28 pm Sunday, 06 September 2026

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'Rahul's Indore visit will benefit BJP', says Vijayvargiya; Congress reacts

BJP leader Kailash Vijayvargiya claimed that Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's visit to MP's Indore would benefit the BJP. Rahul Gandhi's 'Chhatro Ki Goonj' programme is proposed to be held in Indore on September 12. Responding to the remarks, Congress national spokesperson Ragini Nayak refuted Vijayvargiya's claim, saying, "Ghanta fayda hoga BJP ko" (BJP won't gain a damn thing from it.
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10:54 pm Sunday, 06 September 2026

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Isha says divorce from Badshah 'broke' her, Salman jokes, 'Breakups happen, look at me'

Actress Isha Rikhi, in a conversation with Salman Khan, addressed her separation from her husband, rapper Badshah, last month. "Whatever I went through, it broke me. I don't want to talk about it. I didn't realise...I became a side character in my own story," said Isha. Salman promptly responded, "Everyone goes through breakups. Look who you're standing in front of."
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10:49 pm Sunday, 06 September 2026

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ABVP protests over Delhi building collapse; seeks MCD chief's resignation

Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP) members protested outside the MCD Office at Civic Centre over the Satya Niketan building collapse on Sunday. The protesters demanded the resignation of the MCD Commissioner, holding the civic body accountable for the incident. According to the latest update from officials, three people have lost their lives in the building collapse.
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News By: Ishaan Mukherjee
11:14 pm Sunday, 06 September 2026

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Singer Nisar Wayanad, known for Udit Narayan-like voice, dies in Dubai

Singer Nisar Wayanad, known for a voice that resembled that of Bollywood playback singer Udit Narayan, passed away at a Dubai hospital on Saturday. Nisar was from Kambalakkad in Kerala's Wayanad district and had travelled to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in August for a series of musical programmes. He reportedly also worked on the unfinished Malayalam movie 'Professor Dinkan'.
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11:03 pm Sunday, 06 September 2026

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Pangea Ultima may trigger mass extinction of mammals

In ~200 million years, Earth's continents will reunite into a supercontinent called Pangea Ultima. Temperatures could reach 40–70°C, with 90% of land becoming hot desert. High CO₂ from volcanic activity and an increasingly bright Sun will push Earth past mammals' thermal survival limit, potentially causing a mass extinction of all mammalian life.
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11:24 pm Sunday, 06 September 2026

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Can a ₹10,000 income mismatch while filing ITR trigger a tax notice?

A ₹10,000 discrepancy while filing returns may seem insignificant, but it can still trigger an Income Tax notice, Livemint reported, quoting CA Ruchika Bhagat. Ruchika stated taxpayers must accurately report taxable income and reconcile their returns with information in Annual Information Statement, Taxpayer Information Summary and Form 26AS. A mismatch can lead to further compliance requirements.
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07:00 pm Sunday, 06 September 2026

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MCD orders sealing of all illegal structures above 4 floors after PG collapse kills 6

The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) on Sunday ordered the immediate sealing of all illegal structures with over four floors after the collapse of a five-storey PG building in Delhi's Satya Niketan. Six people were killed following the collapse, while several were injured. Delhi Mayor Pravesh Wahi said officials found guilty of negligence would face strict action, including dismissal.
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08:44 am Monday, 07 September 2026

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Ukraine plans to legalise pornographic industry to fund 30,000 drones

Ukraine is considering legalising the pornography industry to fund the war against Russia, the Wall Street Journal reported. Ukrainian lawmaker Yaroslav Zhelezniak argued that the move could generate at least $25 million in tax revenue, enough to fund 30,000 drones. Producing, possessing or distributing pornography is currently illegal and can carry a prison sentence of up to seven years.
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08:40 am Monday, 07 September 2026

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Human-like intelligence has been achieved: Huang on GPT-6 Astra

NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang said artificial general intelligence (AGI), AI that can match or surpass human capabilities across a wide range of tasks, has arrived with OpenAI's GPT-6 Astra. Released last week, Astra is described by OpenAI as the "world's most intelligent and aligned model". Huang said Astra was trained using more than 100,000 NVIDIA Grace Blackwell NVLink72 systems.
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08:58 am Monday, 07 September 2026

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Man accuses RTO of trying to seize private vehicle for poll duty late at night in Jaipur

A man alleged RTO officials tried to take his private vehicle for municipal election duty late at night while he was returning to Jaipur with his family. He claimed the officials didn't show a written order. RTO inspector Anil Baswal denied arbitrary action, saying the vehicle had illegal modifications. The officials released the vehicle after two-hour dispute and police intervention.
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News By: Anmol Sharma
08:57 am Monday, 07 September 2026

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Pixxel raises $100 mn in biggest funding for an Indian space-tech startup

In the biggest single funding round for an Indian space startup, Pixxel has raised $100 million (₹945 crore) led by Temasek and Seraphim. The satellite imaging space-tech startup scaled after India opened the sector to private companies in 2020. This round takes Pixxel's total funding to $195 million (₹1,843 crore), making it India's most-funded space-tech startup.
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09:09 am Monday, 07 September 2026

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DU colleges open door for students stranded after PG collapse

Following the collapse of a PG building in Delhi's Satya Niketan, several Delhi University colleges have opened their doors for stranded students from nearby PGs. The surrounding accommodations have been evacuated, and power lines have been disrupted after the collapse. Several colleges have opened their canteens and are offering food and temporary shelter to students unable to access their PGs.
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News By: Anushka Singh
09:04 am Monday, 07 September 2026

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Gangster-turned-politician Gurpreet Sekhon joins AAP ahead of Punjab polls

Gurpreet Singh Sekhon, a gangster-turned-politician and the main accused in the Nabha jailbreak case, joined the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) months before the Assembly elections in Punjab. CM Bhagwant Mann welcomed Sekhon into the AAP at an event held in Zira in Ferozepur district. Political analysts believe that the AAP might field Sekhon as its candidate from the Zira constituency.
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News By: Bhuvnesh Ojha
09:16 am Monday, 07 September 2026

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I'd love to coach Pakistan, but scared of being sacked due to emotional decisions: Mushtaq Ahmed

Ex-Pakistan leg-spinner Mushtaq Ahmed said that he'd love to coach his country but added he is scared of getting sacked due to a few emotional decisions here and there. "When you see those things, people getting sacked on a tour, you get worried and scared," he added. PCB recently sent seven players home from England mid-series and sacked two coaches.
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09:36 am Monday, 07 September 2026

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