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TG SAFE suspended Hotel Shadab's FSSAI licence and shut two cafes after finding hygiene violations during a Hyderabad-wide inspection drive.
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TG SAFE suspended Hotel Shadab's FSSAI licence and shut two cafes after finding hygiene violations during a Hyderabad-wide inspection drive.
Residents of Veerankuppam village near Ambur blocked a key road demanding regular drinking water supply after panchayat services stopped.
Supreme Court seeks explanation on IPS deputation in CAPFs; says cadre officers are 'completely stifled'. MHA cites steps taken.
Astronomers have found a huge 10-sided wave in Saturn's south polar clouds, a feature that may have formed recently and is still evolving.
Air Marshal Jeetendra Mishra (Retd) has been appointed the first CEO of the Ayodhya Ram Temple Trust, citing divine command and a sense of gratitude.
Allahabad HC dismisses plea challenging Rahul Gandhi's citizenship over lack of evidence, allowing petitioner to withdraw.
SFI demands probe into death of 7-year-old Adivasi girl after medical camp; 20 children hospitalised.
BJP has asked the Election Commission to extend the deadline for claims and objections in Telangana's electoral roll revision by three weeks, citing delivery gaps and errors.
Jalna Collector Ashima Mittal appealed to Manoj Jarange Patil to withdraw his hunger strike on day five after his blood sugar dropped. He refused, while Maratha activists blocked roads in four districts.
KSHDCL will launch an upgraded e-commerce portal during Ganesha festival, featuring customisation options and expanded product range.
AP police launch free online single-window portal for Ganesh pandal permissions, issuing QR-code NOCs after multi-department scrutiny.
SFI activists led by state president P.S. Sanjeev clashed with police during a Secretariat march in Kerala over alleged saffronisation of universities.
Rajasthan High Court Acting Chief Justice Sanjeev Prakash Sharma has publicly denied allegations of misconduct, calling them baseless and fact-less.
Telangana Minister Konda Surekha, after meeting AICC chief Mallikarjun Kharge, attacked CM Revanth Reddy and sought to remain in Cabinet.
ACB raids four premises of TTD Deputy EO Mendu Lokanatham in Tirupati district, seizing gold, silver, cash and property documents.
A 42-year-old woman was killed by a tiger at Jaipur's Nahargarh Biological Park. An official has been suspended for negligence.
Congress central leadership is considering disciplinary action against two Telangana leaders for public remarks critical of the party, amid political calculations.
PM-KUSUM C solarises agricultural water pumpsets in Chickballapur, providing reliable daytime power to thousands of farmers.
CBI hosts India-Thailand meet on live animal trafficking, highlighting air and land routes and organised crime links.
NITI Aayog has advised Karnataka to consider developing a 'second Bengaluru' to relieve the capital's growing population and infrastructure burden.
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge urged a proactive development model for rural India, stressing security before droughts, floods, or elections.
PM Modi chaired the first National Departmental Summit on Water, urging continuous review, Jal Utsav, AI-based data governance, and inter-state study visits.
Siddaramaiah backs campus Shudra Seva Sanghas to nurture new OBC leadership, starting with student welfare issues.
A dilapidated Rajasthan government school, highlighted by CJP activists last month, was demolished to make way for a new building.
Akhilesh Yadav criticises BJP for appointing Air Marshal (Retd) Jeetendra Mishra as CEO of a temple trust, calling it part of BJP's appointment spree.
Piyush Goyal defended India's 7.8% Q1 GDP growth, criticising opposition leaders and former officials for comparing old and new data series.
Kerala Finance department sanctions ₹10 crore for rectifying hazardous undulations on S.A. Road in Kochi, as directed by the High Court.
A 25-year-old man died and his wife was injured when a BMTC bus allegedly rear-ended their two-wheeler in Nelamangala on Wednesday.
A doctor at a Guwahati hospital was found dead in an ICU chamber. Police have launched an investigation; post-mortem will determine the cause.
Telangana CM Revanth Reddy calls for Rahul Gandhi as PM, citing YSR's wish, and pledges to finish irrigation projects.
Maharashtra FDA suspended Box8's Mumbai licence for hygiene and storage lapses; Rani Diets lost licence over rodent activity.
India will weigh Bihar's concerns before deciding on the renewal of the 1996 Ganga Water Treaty, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has said.
Telangana EAGLE Force arrested two men for supplying e-cigarettes to minors after a viral video showed boys vaping in Hyderabad.
Karnataka's new Bill allows up to 5% diversion of park land for public purposes, a shift from six earlier specific exemptions under the 1975 Act.
Investigation finds BJP booth agents in Godda filed many voter deletion forms, with minority names overrepresented; one agent allegedly burnt 75 forms when questioned.
Tamil Nadu Assembly witnesses heated debate over Katchatheevu's 1974 handover to Sri Lanka, with ruling TVK accusing DMK of consent.
Kerala SHRC directs Railways to pay ₹2 lakh compensation to a woman evicted from a train despite a valid ticket and later arrested.
Telangana Excise STF seized 16+ kg marijuana in three operations across Hyderabad and Medchal, arresting four and booking two others.
A Delhi court allowed an accused in the NEET-UG leak case to receive religious books, including a Shivaji Maharaj biography and Hanuman Chalisa, in judicial custody.
BJP has demanded Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann's resignation and a CBI probe into an alleged cash-for-transfer scam involving senior officials and AAP leaders.
TG SAFE issues show-cause notices to 158 medical shops for illegal sale of prescription and habit-forming drugs during a special enforcement drive.
Rahul Gandhi's 'Chhatron Ki Goonj' event in Indore is postponed to September 19 after authorities denied use of Nehru Stadium, citing court orders.
YSRCP leader pours water over YSR statue as 'Jala Abhishekam', linking tribute to irrigation legacy and Veligonda project.
Kerala's Forest Department presents a landscape-level action plan for human-wildlife coexistence, focusing on risk mapping and species-specific interventions.
Scientists at JNCASR, with IISc and University of Sydney, have broken a 100-year-old limit on thermoelectric voltage in solids using doped scandium nitride crystals.
Air Marshal (Retd) Jeetendra Mishra has been named the first CEO of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust, bringing decades of defence leadership to the temple's expanding operations.
India Post has invited online applications for 23,757 Gramin Dak Sevak posts. Apply by September 21, 2026.
Karnataka's food minister says software professionals and dedicated SIM cards will resolve PDS biometric and server glitches reported during two-month ration distribution.
Karnataka CM D.K. Shivakumar hails women as original creators, citing Sita's strength in the Ramayana, and pushes for greater female leadership in economy and politics.
Telangana BJP chief N. Ramchander Rao urges statewide flag hoisting on Sept 17, demanding official recognition of Telangana Liberation Day.
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal defended India's 7.8% GDP growth for Q1, accusing critics of comparing old and new data series.
Telangana Housing Board invites public objections on selected Indiramma flat beneficiaries till Sept 4; field verification underway.
Twelve rain-related deaths were reported in Uttarakhand on Tuesday. An Orange Alert is in place for three districts.
Rahul Gandhi addressed a training camp for Congress district presidents in Nashik, urging them to uphold party ideology and fight for justice.
BJP and Karni Sena condemn Swara Bhasker's remarks on the jauhar tradition shown in Padmaavat, calling them disrespectful to women.
SC acquits man convicted of child murder, citing missing links in circumstantial evidence and unreliable extra-judicial confession.
Kerala Sports Minister O.J. Janeesh visited the family of Anjana Hari, killed in California, and assured swift action to bring her body home.
Delhi's SIR draft electoral rolls exclude nearly 33% of voters, citing deaths and duplicates. Rectification is open from 31 Aug to 30 Sep 2026.
Examining legal definitions of untouchability, Supreme Court views on purity-pollution, and the Rajasthan High Court's purification ruling.
Hubballi police arrested six people for the August 28 murder of Dadapeer Udaykar, allegedly an act of revenge for two earlier deaths.
BRS working president K.T. Rama Rao released a chargesheet against the Congress government in Telangana, terming its nearly 1,000 days in office a 'criminal waste'.
GBA chief reviews first year: decision-making and public interaction improved, but revenue generation and some infrastructure works lagged due to external factors.
Punalur's CARE project aims for carbon neutrality via waste management, EVs, solar power, and mass tree planting.
Congress leaders in Kerala protest proposed Palakkad Railway Division bifurcation, calling it a betrayal and demanding political action.
A former Maoist leader, once carrying a ₹6 crore bounty, has been selected as a coordinator at Gondwana University in Gadchiroli.
BJP's Vijayendra challenges Karnataka CM to early polls over Dalit justice, drought handling, and corruption allegations.
Karnataka HC issues notice to suspended KPSC chairperson on Governor's appeal challenging ruling that Cabinet advice is mandatory for suspension.
Allahabad HC quashes NSA detention of Aakriti Chaudhary in Noida workers' protest case, calling the state's story 'concocted'.
Telangana BJP president N. Ramchander Rao was detained by police while attempting to visit Nalgonda, prompting party protests and accusations of democratic suppression.
UGC has notified 33 new and 21 restructured UG and PG degrees in allied and healthcare fields, standardising curricula and professional standards.
Aero India 2027 will be held in Bengaluru from Feb 8-12. Online exhibitor registration begins September 3, 2026.
Karnataka minister Santosh Lad appeals to residents to report illicit liquor, directs police raids, and performs bhoomi puja for a ₹1.5 crore road.
YSRCP chief Jagan Mohan Reddy criticized police behavior toward Pushpa Sreevani during a protest against relocating a tribal residential school in Visakhapatnam.
IRCTC has penalised a food service provider Rs 5 lakh after 25 of 80 students aboard the Mangala Lakshadweep Express fell ill, prompting an inquiry and food sample testing.
Keyi Panyor in Arunachal Pradesh is being developed as India's first bio-happy district, integrating indigenous knowledge with biodiversity and nutrition goals.
CPI(M) leader K.T. Jaleel backs Kanthapuram's remarks on women, linking them to IUML women leaders' conduct and internal Muslim debate.
East Division police checked 575 shops near Bengaluru schools and colleges, booking four drug cases and 282 tobacco-related violations.
Tamil Nadu CB-CID's cyber cell has registered a case over an AI-generated deepfake video impersonating Chief Minister Vijay and offering financial help.
A juvenile was arrested for creating fake Facebook accounts of IAS and IPS officers to cheat people, with police recovering ₹2 lakh.
Researchers find temperature shocks can erase memory in jammed microgel systems, aiding targeted drug delivery.
Karnataka's prison department and NIMHANS sign an MoU to provide mental health services, training, and research for inmates.
IMD forecasts heavy to very heavy rain across north, central and east India over the next week due to a low-pressure area, with flash-flood risk in parts of MP and UP.
CERN's particle accelerator, which found the Higgs boson, now prepares to tackle dark matter, the universe's unseen mass.
Air Marshal (retd.) Jeetendra Mishra appointed first CEO of Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust amid donation controversy.
Kerala CM Satheesan rejects Grand Mufti Kanthapuram's statement that women should stay home, calling it regressive and a misinterpretation of Islam.
Foundation stone for Mamnoor airport likely in December; tenders in two weeks. CM Reddy seeks expedited work, MRO at Adilabad.
Kerala's child rights body has directed the WCD director to remove sugar from Amrutham Nutrimix and study replacing it with jaggery.
NCERT marks 66th Foundation Day with focus on AI, multilingual learning, and revised textbooks for Classes 10-12.
The Ram Temple Trust has appointed Air Marshal (Retd) Jeetendra Mishra as its first CEO, selecting him from over 5,500 applicants. Three new members were also added.
Andhra Pradesh ACB searched multiple properties linked to TTD Deputy EO Mendu Lokanatham over alleged disproportionate assets.
A nine-year-old was abducted by her maternal uncle and aunt in Assam's Jorhat district, who demanded Rs 60 lakh. Police rescued her hours later.
India targets $200 billion in data centre investments, focusing on ease of doing business, power, land, and regulatory reforms.
A TVK MLA from Tamil Nadu has claimed Rahul Gandhi will support Chief Minister Vijay's prime ministerial ambitions in 2029.
Salem police arrest three, including a woman, for murdering Thangamani and disposing of her chopped body in water tanks.
Kerala CM V.D. Satheesan defends singing full Vande Mataram at state events, says Central protocol applies when President, VP, or PM are present.
Bengaluru motorists are facing lower mileage and mechanical issues after the switch to E20 petrol, prompting calls for a more gradual rollout.
Bengaluru’s 7.5-km Pink Line stretch is ready; inauguration awaits Centre’s date, likely in September.
Chittoor's Puligundu village will see a three-phase tourism push combining adventure sports, nature trails and temple upgrades.
Supreme Court directs BCI to consult Attorney General and Solicitor General on policy decisions ahead of bar elections.
YS Jagan Mohan Reddy and YS Sharmila visited their father's memorial at Idupulapaya on the 17th death anniversary of former CM YSR.
ACB raided residences and office of TTD Deputy EO M. Lokanadham, who oversees Tirumala temple, in a corruption investigation.
PM-KUSUM has deployed 2.5 million solar pumps in five years. As PM-KUSUM 2.0 is readied, the key challenge is preventing groundwater over-extraction.
Two Kuki MLAs attended the Manipur Assembly session in Imphal on September 2, 2026, the first such appearance since ethnic violence began in 2023.
NCW takes suo motu cognisance of Bawana nursery student's sexual assault, demands fast probe, POCSO charges, and victim support.
VP Radhakrishnan says Chhattisgarh has overcome LWE and is now on a path of development, citing infrastructure and healthcare growth.
The Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust has added three new members and will shortlist candidates for its first full-time CEO from over 5,500 applicants.
A madrasa teacher was arrested in Kannur for sexually abusing a boy between 2017 and 2020, after the survivor disclosed the trauma during therapy.
Tamil Nadu introduces bill to create an Investment Promotion Commission under the Chief Secretary and fast-track business clearances.
Himachal Pradesh will record attendance thrice daily in 150 CBSE government schools, with new teacher appointments and Rs 80 crore for facilities.
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma announced 100 government scholarships for IIT Guwahati students during the institute's 33rd foundation day.
AIMIM spokesperson Syed Asim Waqar joins Congress, accusing his former party of helping BJP by opposing anti-BJP forces.
Muslim Jamaat condemns Kerala CM V.D. Satheesan's remarks on scholar Kanthapuram A.P. Aboobacker Musliar, alleging a misunderstanding of Islamic history and context, and demands an apology.
A crumbling government school in Jaipur, flagged by activists, is being demolished to make way for a new building with approved funds.
An alleged audio recording referencing a Rs 30 lakh payment has emerged in the extortion probe linked to HoABL's One Goa project in Goa.
Haji Sohel, a man with a criminal record, was found dead with multiple injuries in Hyderabad's Mailardevpally area. Police have registered a murder case.
Rival BJP and NC protests in Srinagar were cordoned off by police; Mehbooba Mufti calls the handling a 'fixed match'.
Kerala CM V.D. Satheesan defended state borrowings, citing the Centre's withdrawal of the Revenue Deficit Grant and a reduced borrowing ceiling.
J&K Crime Branch charges five people over forged teacher appointment and transfer orders in Budgam's Education Department.
Kapil Sibal alleged the EC's Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls is a BJP tool, citing bulk deletions of minority voters in Jharkhand and elsewhere.
Madras HC sets aside 2023 order barring Tamil Nadu temples from acquiring elephants, citing lack of hearing and existing legal framework.
CM Satheesan criticizes Kanthapuram's comments against women on public platforms, citing Islamic history and Kerala's progressive values.
Nearly one in three Indian women is now overweight or obese, per NFHS-6. Doctors are reviving pre-conception counselling to improve pregnancy outcomes.
A 30-year-old nurse was found dead in a washroom at N.R.S. Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata. Police have ordered a probe.
Parliamentary panel calls for differentiated FDI policy: promote investment in medical devices and rare disease medicines, but scrutinise hospital acquisitions.
Sundar Pichai, at IIT Kharagpur's 75th anniversary, said AI will move into everyday work over the next five years, benefiting sectors like healthcare and governance.
Health Wrap discusses India's HPV vaccination rollout against cervical cancer, alongside climate change and metabolic disease concerns.
ICMR-NIN research on rats shows vitamin D3 is more effective than D2 in restoring and maintaining muscle and heart function.
A seven-year-old girl died and dozens fell ill after Chloroquine was administered in Andhra Pradesh's Polavaram, prompting a safety review.
Seven Baiga children died and 100 fell ill in Balaghat, MP. Officials face challenges from remote terrain and reliance on faith healing.
Goa's Assembly passes a bill to delete 'leprosy' from the Children's Act, 2003, following a Supreme Court order to reduce stigma.
The Supreme Court used Article 142 to quash FIRs against NEET protesters. This explains the scope and limits of this extraordinary constitutional power.
Bombay High Court orders a CBI probe into the 2020 death of Disha Salian, following her father's allegations of a conspiracy linking it to Sushant Singh Rajput's death.
Narayana Health reports two treatment milestones: a thalassaemia child is transfusion-free post Haplo-cord transplant, and a brain cancer patient responded to dual-target CAR-T therapy.
ICMR-NIN study shows lead exposure disrupts lysosomal function in neurons, potentially worsening Alzheimer's-related damage.
West Bengal health officials question medical students from two Kolkata colleges over a blood smuggling racket; three lab technicians arrested.
Delhi's draft electoral roll excludes 47.56 lakh names. Eligible voters can apply via Form 6 during the claims and objections window.
Union Health Minister J.P. Nadda reviewed India's H1N1 preparedness, focusing on Delhi's healthcare facilities and surveillance systems.
India has signed a deal for the U.S. Javelin anti-tank missile, adding a fire-and-forget, top-attack capability to its infantry.
A CRPF constable dismissed in the 1990s over a bicycle incident returns to duty after a 27-year legal battle, having spent decades as a sadhu.
Tamil Nadu announces a first-of-its-kind peri-menopausal care policy, along with new maternal, newborn, and adolescent health initiatives.
India inaugurated a global workshop on tiger landscapes, where IBCA and ADB signed an MoU to boost conservation financing and cooperation.
A speeding Thar crashed into a Congress leader's SUV and an e-rickshaw in Jaipur, injuring three e-rickshaw passengers.
A girl died and over 70 fell ill after taking chloroquine in Gollaguppa village, Polavaram district. CM orders probe; patients stable.
An ICMR-NIN study in Hyderabad found 36.4% of older adults had mild cognitive impairment, linked to deficiencies in vitamins D, B2, and B9.
Bombay High Court dismisses BMC pleas, ruling community health volunteers are workers entitled to minimum wage under the 1948 Act.
Telangana's biggest government tertiary hospital since 2014, MCR TIMS Sanathnagar with 1,082 beds, opens in Hyderabad on August 17.
Tamil Nadu launches health insurance for 38 lakh elderly, plus major health reforms and new posts.
Kuki MLAs attended the Manipur Assembly in person for the first time in over three years as the eighth session opened in Imphal.
Delhi High Court admitted Tahir Hussain's appeal against conviction and life term for murdering IB officer Ankit Sharma in 2020 riots; seeks police response.
Congress attacks the government's 7.8% Q1 GDP figure, citing former Finance Secretary Subhash Garg's claim that real growth is closer to 2.6%.
Erode Corporation conservancy workers boycotted work on Wednesday, demanding the arrest of a man who allegedly slapped a sanitary supervisor on Tuesday.
CM Vijay proposes ₹4,800-crore, 400 MLD desalination plant at Minjur; also announces water, sewage and infrastructure projects worth over ₹2,000 crore.
A vehicle carrying 21 Jharkhand workers overturned near Nellore, injuring 17. The district collector visited the hospital and ordered an inquiry.
Kerala PCB inspections at Edayar industrial units found faulty biofilters and poor upkeep. Seven units were served notices under the Air Act.
NTA seeks details from AICTE-approved government institutions to set up computer-based testing centres for NEET-UG and other exams.
JU Vice-Chancellor urges students to use social media for views instead of wall graffiti, citing campus heritage and cleanliness.
A 65-year-old businessman died after his car caught fire following a crash in Kozhikode. Police have initiated a probe.
Sikkim proposes solar-powered pumping and retention structures to reduce risks from Glacial Lake Outburst Floods.
Three brothers and a cousin from Shivpuri, MP, died within 10 days of visiting a waterfall. Officials suspect an infection and are awaiting test results.
Bombay High Court orders CBI to register FIR and probe the 2020 death of Disha Salian, former manager of actor Sushant Singh Rajput.
Lab acid can corrode razor blades in hours, but the human stomach's short transit time makes swallowing blades dangerous.
ED raids across five states target payment firms and professionals in a money laundering case linked to online betting platform Parimatch.
Supreme Court asks Centre to examine totaliser machines for EVM counting to protect booth-wise voter secrecy and prevent intimidation.
AVM Shakti Sharma becomes the first woman non-medical officer in Indian defence forces to reach Air Vice Marshal rank.
Bihar's fisheries department has advised people not to eat unfamiliar fish arriving with Nepal floodwaters, citing contamination risks and reported illnesses.
Odisha govt rejects Opposition demand for special Assembly session on mining Bill; Congress alleges Centre's resource grab.
Police and Excise recover 60 liquor bottles and 70+ live rounds from a locked rented house in Kozhikode; one person detained.
Pawan Kalyan calls tribal communities guardians of nature, highlights Adavi Thalli Baata and connectivity initiatives for tribal welfare.
CBSE releases Tier 2 results for TGT (Social Science, English, Special Educator) posts in KVS and NVS. Further phases to be announced.
Andhra University plans Centres of Excellence in quantum technology, AI and semiconductors, announced at the QUEST-AI conference in Visakhapatnam.
JSP will unveil its youth wing's name and logo in Pithapuram on September 2, marking Pawan Kalyan's birthday.
Family of slain Haryanvi singer Ankit Baliyan demands stringent action against all accused, saying only two have been caught and the main conspirators remain free.
BJD MP Santrupt Misra alleges BJP legislators compromised Odisha's interests by backing mining law amendments, citing AG's SC affidavit on ₹1 lakh crore dues.
Andhra Pradesh CM Naidu has directed the TTD and Endowments Department to expedite construction of 5,000 temples across the state, with 967 already completed.
TNCC president Manickam Tagore says Rahul Gandhi is the PM candidate and CM Vijay should continue as Tamil Nadu CM.
Kerala's new Department of Senior Citizens' Welfare is becoming operational, with key posts redeployed and a range of welfare initiatives proposed.
NTA opens RIMCEE 2026 registration for Class 8 admission. Apply by Sept 30; exam on Dec 6 in pen-and-paper mode.
PM Modi likely to visit SRCC on September 5 for centenary celebrations and a direct dialogue with Gen Z students.
Andhra CM Naidu orders inquiry after villagers in Gollaguppa fall ill following anti-malaria drug distribution; one death reported.
Delhi government issues fresh bus safety rules after a minor's gangrape, requiring functional panic buttons, tracking devices, and banning curtains.
BJP MLA Y. Bharat Shetty claims a Congress MLA's letter to the CM exposes corruption in KRIDL, citing alleged demands from engineers.
India proposes defining biological products and mandating origin labels on drugs to address dual-route manufacturing and licensing overlaps.
Telangana BJP chief detained amid clashes with Congress workers; BJP alleges attacks on offices and leader's residence, demands impartial probe.
A Tamil Nadu policy note row has revived interest in the 1940 Mumbai meeting where Periyar, Ambedkar and Jinnah discussed a united front against the Congress.
Noida International Airport's terminal experience is smooth, but poor transport links, high costs, and an unfinished ecosystem challenge passengers and staff.
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman says advancing AI capabilities and safeguards together is critical as the company prepares to launch its next model, Astra.
India's solar expansion faces grid bottlenecks, leading to curtailment of clean power even as demand soars.
Union minister JP Nadda welcomed CJP's decision to cancel its September 5 march, citing the government's commitment to youth welfare and withdrawal of student cases.
India has rescued 163 Indians in Nepal after flash floods. A forensics team and tunnel rescue team are also deployed.
Private hospitals in Haryana suspended Ayushman Bharat services for 24 hours over unpaid claims, warning of a complete withdrawal if dues remain unresolved.
Tejashwi Yadav asks NDA leaders to push Centre for placing Bihar's 75% reservation in the Ninth Schedule, blaming them for its reversal.
BJP counters Rahul Gandhi's 'dead economy' jibe with 7.8% Q1 GDP growth, demanding an apology and accusing him of spreading falsehoods.
Maharashtra cabinet approves a comprehensive policy to make the state drug-free by 2029, involving all government levels and school curriculum changes.
OpenAI says its upcoming Astra model is more capable than GPT-5.6 Sol, requiring additional safety measures during development and launch.
OpenAI's Astra AI model will launch soon, but its most advanced cybersecurity features will be restricted to a small tester group.
Southern India's political voice is weakening nationally, as seen in the muted response to delimitation at the recent Southern Zonal Council meeting.
Kerala SHRC orders probe into leaking P&T Apartments at Mundamveli, where rainwater and toilet water have affected school attendance of children.
Maharashtra gives loose edible oil traders a one-year exemption from FDA crackdown, forming a joint committee to ensure future compliance.
A Bengaluru woman allegedly killed her twin daughters and attempted suicide. Police have registered a case.
Ahmedabad Airport's new hub-and-spoke facility streamlines international travel for Gujarat residents, with local check-in and customs clearance before transit via Delhi.
A Punjab Police constable and his sister were attacked in Gurdaspur after he reported drug peddlers, police say.
J&K Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha ordered intensified counter-terror operations, area domination, and public engagement during a security review in Srinagar.
Truck drivers in Assam's Cachar district continue a blockade on the Mizoram-bound highway, alleging harassment and demanding safety guarantees before resuming freight movement.
Guwahati airport has commissioned a 570-metre precision approach lighting system to improve landing safety in low visibility.
ED informs court that Punjab Police did not act on seven letters regarding an alleged transfer racket led by CM aide Rajbir Singh Ghuman.
Karnataka urged the Centre to clear pending irrigation projects, including the revised DPR for Mekedatu, at a Jal Shakti Ministry summit.
Karnataka Municipal Administration Minister H.C. Balakrishna noted urban areas receive only 30% of state and central funds despite housing 40% of the population, during a review meeting in Mysuru.
A new MoU will use LiDAR, GIS, remote sensing and ground-penetrating radar to locate Lakkundi's concealed monuments.
Tamil Nadu unveils subsidies for electric/CNG autos, ₹10 lakh insurance for gig workers, and skill/training schemes for construction workers.
Karnataka CM D.K. Shivakumar dismisses BJP's Ballari padayatra as a political ploy, says Congress will counter it in its own style.
The Indian Statistical Institute Bill, 2026, has been referred to a parliamentary standing committee for detailed examination, with a report due in three months.
Maharashtra FDA suspends licences of a Blinkit outlet, a Kurla hotel, and a Malad store for hygiene violations; dairy raid destroys unsafe milk.
A 16-year-old Faridabad student died after jumping from her school's third floor. Her family alleges she was punished over a biryani fight; school denies it.
High Court quashes dismissal of Punjab Police DSP Gursher Singh Sandhu in the Lawrence Bishnoi jail interview case, citing procedural issues.
Samrat, son of actor Duniya Vijay, is accused of assaulting a student after an overtaking row in Bengaluru. Police are investigating.
Akhilesh Yadav's AI video mocking CM Yogi Adityanath with a chillum reference sparks BJP outrage, escalating the political war of videos ahead of 2027 UP polls.
Kerala LoP Vijayan alleges UDF government's SC submission on UGC regulations is a surrender to RSS agenda, undermining university autonomy.
A whistleblower claims the US Postal Service is implementing a blocked executive order on mail ballots, drawing sharp reactions from both parties.
A pigeon with a ring resembling a Pakistani mobile number was found in Kathua, prompting a security inquiry into possible espionage.
A seven-year-old tribal girl died and 52 villagers were hospitalised after chloroquine tablets were administered during an anti-malaria drive in Polavaram district.
All five major Punjab political formations held separate rallies in Baba Bakala on the same day, highlighting the state's fragmented electoral contest.
Telangana High Court division bench stays single-judge order that had stalled Kalyana Lakshmi and Shaadi Mubarak schemes.
Honda has told suppliers to slash costs by 30% in key parts categories, part of a 1.5 trillion yen savings plan to counter Chinese EV competition.
RBNZ's cautious rate outlook weakens NZ dollar; Australian GDP beat narrows odds on another RBA hike.
The Indian rupee is set to open lower as surging oil prices and higher US Treasury yields challenge the RBI's recent intervention-driven rally.
Chicago wheat futures eased after hitting a 3-1/2-year high, as traders assess continued Black Sea export disruptions from the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
Indian bond yields are expected to rise further as high oil prices and surging US Treasury yields weigh on investor sentiment.
Australia's ACCC approves Kimberly-Clark's $40 billion Kenvue acquisition, conditional on divesting Carefree and Stayfree brands to preserve market competition.
US Treasury yields hit multi-year highs as oil prices jumped on US-Iran tensions, reviving global inflation fears.
Gold hit a two-week low on Wednesday, pressured by higher Treasury yields and a firm dollar, as markets awaited US jobs data for rate signals.
Asian markets fell sharply on Wednesday as US-Iran tensions lifted oil prices and bond yields, stoking inflation fears and a global equity selloff.
The Lucas Museum of Narrative Art opens Sept. 22 in LA, showcasing George Lucas's vast collection of illustration, comics, and film art.
The trailer for Drishyam The Conclusion has been certified U/A 16+ by the CBFC. Makers will launch it in Goa with the full cast.
The 83rd Venice Film Festival kicked off with the premiere of 'Ink', featuring Claire Foy, Guy Pearce, Jack O'Connell and director Danny Boyle.
ABC announced the 16 celebrities competing for the Mirrorball Trophy in Season 35 of Dancing With the Stars, premiering Sept. 15-16.
Puerto Rican singer Kany García takes her 'Puerta Abierta' tour to the US, blending intimate performances with regional Mexican collaborations.
V.P. Sasi, 70, continues his six-decade career climbing coconut trees in Tirunavaya, honoured at a World Coconut Day event.
IIT Madras opens GATE 2027 registration with a new Robotics and Automation paper. Apply by Sept 27.
The first trailer for the Harry Potter TV series is out, offering a fresh glimpse of Hogwarts, the Sorting Ceremony, and the Philosopher's Stone mystery.
Jack Kerouac's 120-foot scroll draft of 'On the Road' remains a landmark of spontaneous literary creation.
At Venice, the cast of 'Ink' discuss tabloid journalism's rise, Murdoch's role, and women's struggles in the newsroom.
IIM Bangalore's new MBA batch features students from varied backgrounds, including a visually impaired woman from Bihar and a former customs inspector.
Preity Zinta defends 18-hour workdays in Bollywood, citing personal reasons, and talks about her action role in 'Vibe'.
Kerala Film Chamber launches 'My Talkies' OTT platform; industry veterans Shwetha Menon and Sibi Malayil praise the initiative as a landmark for Malayalam cinema.
Filmmaker Danny Boyle cautions that AI journalism, controlled by tech giants, may not speak truth to power.
A Maharashtra family celebrated the birth of a daughter, the first in 200 years, with a grand procession and community festivities.
Author Amish Tripathi says Gen Z protests are tame compared to Boomer-era Naxal rebellions, urging focus and caution.
ASI declares Gollala Gudi in Palampet a site of national importance, adding to Telangana's protected monuments and enabling joint conservation with Ramappa temple.
At Venice, Danny Boyle questions whether AI journalists can hold power accountable, as cast arrives for the film festival.
Made in Korea returns for a six-episode second season, set nine years later amid coups and assassination plots, as brothers Hyun Bin and Woo Do-hwan take opposing paths.
Cusat will introduce an industry-flexible curriculum, with 20% of syllabi kept dynamic for emerging tech and research.
Archbishop Fulton Sheen, a pioneering TV preacher, will be beatified after a miracle attributed to him was recognized.
Maggie Gyllenhaal says a systemic problem, not individual choices, explains the scarcity of female directors in Venice competition.
Joe and Anthony Russo discuss 'Avengers: Doomsday,' their return to Marvel, and how their sitcom roots shaped their ensemble filmmaking.
Lollapalooza India 2027 tickets went on sale September 2. The Mumbai festival runs January 23-24, with passes from ₹6,999.
The cast of 'By Any Means' discusses moral compromise, villainy, and history at the film's LA premiere.
Pawan Kalyan's 55th birthday brings wishes from PM Modi and film fraternity, plus a teaser from director Sujeeth about an OG Universe treat.
Ajay Devgn starts shooting an untitled horror thriller with director Rohit Jugraj, reuniting Devgn Films and Panorama Studios after Shaitaan.
Ajay Devgn's new horror thriller, directed by Rohit Jugraj, has officially begun production.
The cast of Disney+ series 'Made in Korea' Season 2 gathered in Seoul, with director Woo Minho promising a fresh look at a pivotal 1979 event through fictional peripheral characters.
Veteran TV actor Sudhir Dalvi received financial help from Akshay Kumar, Ranbir Kapoor, Kartik Aaryan and others as his sepsis treatment bills crossed Rs 15 lakh.
CBSE is expected to release revised CTET 2026 exam dates after closing the reopened application portal on September 1.
Melissa Leo joins Will Smith in 'Supermax', a prison thriller directed by David Gordon Green, now shooting in Australia.
A two-day international film festival featuring 28 films from 24 countries began at Tagore Hall in Srinagar, drawing cinema enthusiasts and local artists.
Actor Sonu Sood reached Kathmandu with relief supplies for Nepal's flood victims, pledging continued support beyond the immediate crisis.
India raised the largest volunteer army in WWII history, yet its crucial role in halting Axis powers and shaping the war's outcome is often forgotten.
Tom Cruise calls Paramount's 30-movies-a-year plan 'awesome' amid proposed $111 billion merger with Warner Bros Discovery.
A video of Indian tourists singing loudly on a German bus has sparked an online debate on civic sense, drawing a response from industrialist Harsh Goenka.
Venice Film Festival opens with Danny Boyle's 'Ink' and a George Clooney lifetime award, amid a lineup heavy on geopolitics.
Sharmila Tagore will appear in Kunal Kemmu's 'Vibe', her first Hindi theatrical film in 16 years. The spy comedy releases September 18.
An employee's account of a tone-deaf managerial response to a family health crisis has sparked an online debate about workplace empathy and financial pressures.
An Argentine-Greek couple won the Tango World Championship salon category in Buenos Aires, fulfilling a 20-year dream.
Australian breaker Rachael Gunn reflects on the intense online backlash after her Paris Olympics performance in the new Netflix documentary 'Untold: Raygun Breaking Badly'.
Jim Thornton, Wheel of Fortune's announcer since 2011, has been suspended by Sony Pictures Television following an investigation into undisclosed allegations.
Ariana Grande wrapped up her 'Eternal Sunshine' tour with an emotional farewell at London's O2 Arena, thanking fans before her planned break.
JioHotstar launches in UK, Canada, Singapore with 160,000+ hours of content, interactive features, and new originals.
A youth trend called 'aura farming' has moved from video games and social media to public spaces across Latin America, with participants staging dance-like battles for crowd approval.
Ryan Reynolds and Kenneth Branagh premiere their Cold War buddy comedy 'Mayday' in New York, discussing its themes of connection and unlikely friendship.
Ariana Grande performed her last planned concert before a break, closing the Eternal Sunshine tour at London's O2 Arena.
Ariana Grande closed her 41-date Eternal Sunshine Tour in London with an emotional thank-you to fans, ahead of a planned break from public life.
Ariana Grande thanked fans at her final London concert, calling the tour a beautiful experience, before stepping back from public life.
Celine Dion sang and danced with fans outside her Paris hotel, days before her 16-show run at Plenitude Arena.
Luca Guadagnino's 'Artificial,' starring Andrew Garfield as Sam Altman, will world premiere at the New York Film Festival on October 5.
Rituparna Sengupta says Uttam Kumar remains relevant a century after his birth, as Kolkata gears up for his birth centenary.
Norwegian court orders seizure of Russian vessel Professor Molchanov to enforce Naftogaz's $4.22 billion arbitration award for Crimea assets.
The US has proposed new passport rules requiring parents of American-born children to prove their own citizenship or lawful status.
Trial in Malta journalist's killing continues; vigils held outside Valletta law courts.
India urges Pakistan to investigate and restore a century-old Hindu temple in Narowal, citing alarming failure to protect minority worship places.
Italian Defence Minister Guido Crosetto urges Germany to brief European allies on the Leipzig drone incident, while hailing PM Meloni's record tenure.
New footage shows the destruction from a US strike on a wedding in Iran's Sirik County, which killed four and wounded 68.
A new US-Venezuela oil agreement promises investment, but Lake Maracaibo's fishermen remain wary amid ongoing leaks and decay.
A US appeals court reversed an NLRB decision that Starbucks violated labor law by restricting union pins and shirts at a flagship NYC store.
NYC public schools will ban student-facing generative AI for grades K-8 for one year, with new high school pilots and literacy classes.
EAM S Jaishankar will visit Ukraine and Poland from Sept 3-5, focusing on bilateral ties and regional issues.
India condemns reported destruction of a century-old Hindu temple in Narowal, Pakistan, demanding investigation and restoration.
Senatobia, Mississippi, has fired its police chief after a one-year-old was killed by an officer responding to a shoplifting call in June.
Senator Maggie Hassan has asked Capital One for details on its AML review that closed Trump accounts, citing need for congressional oversight.
A US strike on a wedding in southern Iran killed four and wounded 68, state media reported, amid renewed US-Iran hostilities.
Washington is considering semiconductor tariffs, even as tech firms warn higher costs and restricted chip access could hurt US AI ambitions.
Brent and WTI crude saw volatile trade as US-Iran strikes intensified, threatening already constrained global oil supplies.
Brazil's electoral court has defined what constitutes an AI deepfake in political advertising, responding to a case involving Senator Flávio Bolsonaro.
Bank of Canada Governor Macklem says inflation is too high, driven by oil prices, and the bank is prepared to adjust monetary policy as needed.
Ukraine has formally asked ICAO to recommend member states fully ban civil flights in Russian airspace, citing safety risks from drone activity.
The US Mint begins selling a $1 coin bearing President Trump's face, minted for America's 250th anniversary, despite laws against living presidents on currency.
The Dutch central bank shifted 86 tonnes of gold from North America to London, citing crisis preparedness and improved tradability.
Mexico's economy minister met US commerce secretary to push for progress on auto and steel tariffs amid USMCA review.
Bank of Canada holds rate at 2.25%, citing broad-based recovery but warning US tariffs and Middle East conflict pose risks.
Top US medical societies have issued coordinated fall vaccination guidance for flu, COVID-19, and RSV, aiming to provide clear advice as federal recommendations face disruption.
Mexico's central bank deputy governor signals an extended pause on rate cuts, citing sticky services inflation.
Apple Maps labels Lake Ontario as 'Lake America' for US users, following Google and Trump's executive order amid trade tensions with Canada.
Trump aides push to keep Iran conflict contained until midterms, but fresh strikes and Tehran's defiance complicate the plan.
Erdogan says Turkey’s SCO membership bid doesn’t signal a break with the West, and calls for peaceful end to Ukraine war and Black Sea shipping safety.
Ceuta's annual holiday is overshadowed by protests over a migrant influx, straining ties with Morocco and fueling Spanish politics.
Israeli PM Netanyahu visited a Gaza outpost, asserting control over 60% of the Strip and vowing not to retreat.
A US appeals court dismissed Bowe Bergdahl's challenge to his military conviction, ruling civilian courts lack jurisdiction.
Federal Reserve Governor Michael Barr says the US central bank may need to raise rates decisively if inflation fails to moderate, ahead of the September FOMC meeting.
Bank of Canada keeps key rate at 2.25%, citing solid Q2 growth but warning of inflation risks from oil prices and trade tensions.
Uganda named its crude oil 'Pearl Sweet' on Wednesday, a key milestone ahead of planned commercial production by end of this year.
Bank of Canada keeps policy rate at 2.25% for 11th month, citing increased inflation risks and growth uncertainty from escalating US-Canada trade tensions.
France's Finance Ministry says drought and heatwaves could cut 0.1 points off 2026 growth, driven by an estimated 8% drop in farm output.
Russian strikes overnight on Kyiv region and Sumy injured two and damaged homes and warehouses; Sumy region saw one death and eight injuries in 24 hours.
EU feed makers project a sharp rise in maize and soybean imports for 2026/27 after drought cuts grain and forage output.
Hundreds of migrants, mostly Moroccans, remain in a makeshift beach camp in Ceuta, demanding passage to Europe or an immediate solution.
The US and Iran exchanged major military strikes, marking the most serious escalation in months and rattling global markets.
At Venice, George Clooney says America faces tough times but will recover, citing historical crises.
Saudi Arabia says Iran attacked its tanker Sidr in the Strait of Hormuz, killing two Filipino crew members.
Russia pledges no major flight disruption after Ukraine warns its drones make Russian airspace unsafe; some airlines cancel flights.
China's 10-year bond yield falls below 1.7% even as global yields spike, driven by deflation, capital controls, and a savings glut.
Actor Sonu Sood lands in Kathmandu with relief supplies for Nepal flood victims, pledging ongoing support.
The FAA has extended its ban on US flights to Port-au-Prince until March 2, citing persistent gang violence and a prior attack on a Spirit Airlines aircraft.
Russia summoned Germany's charge d'affaires in Moscow after Berlin blamed it for a drone attack plot and announced consulate closures.
China's UN envoy says dialogue and negotiations are the only way to resolve the Ukraine issue, urging all parties to work toward a lasting peace agreement.
Macron backs Germany after it blamed Russia for a drone attack at Leipzig airport, calling it hybrid warfare.
Nepal's PM thanked India and China for flood relief, even as his foreign minister argued for climate compensation from major emitters.
EU and NATO leaders back Germany after Berlin accuses Russia of a drone attack plot at Leipzig airport.
Commercial ships in the Black Sea are improvising with nets, tyres and water tanks to counter rising drone attacks, as grain exports face renewed disruption.
US scam losses hit a record $15.9 billion in reported claims. An investigation reveals victims face tax bills, bank penalties, and scant recourse.
US Commerce Secretary Lutnick says semiconductors will be made in America and that chip tariffs are under consideration.
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says airlines, maritime, and digital assets are potential targets in new Iran sanctions.
Chinese President Xi Jinping has proposed a four-point plan for a new security architecture in the Middle East.
Canadian PM Mark Carney tells Trump administration to drop memes and taunts, resume serious trade talks.
Record US scam losses leave victims with debt, tax bills, and stigma, as banks and authorities offer little recourse.
Thailand plans to add 5 GW of rooftop solar for 1 million households via a $6 billion fund to reduce LNG price exposure.
Syria's 'When Walls Speak' exhibition displays prison artifacts, drawing visitors seeking traces of missing relatives.
A rescued scam worker, under witness protection, recalls beatings at a Pasay compound now used as a detention center.
China's central bank chief rejects deliberate surplus pursuit, urging structural reforms and warning against protectionism at G20.
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent indicated airlines, maritime, and digital assets could face sanctions as part of Washington's push to squeeze Iran's economy.
A bipartisan group of US lawmakers has asked the Army to explain its decision to disband a specialised drone unit in Europe, citing concerns over modern warfare readiness.
EU foreign ministers push new Russia sanctions after a drone with explosives was found at Leipzig/Halle Airport, which Germany calls hybrid warfare.
A prominent pastor-turned-Democrat hopes to end a century-long Republican winning streak in Kansas Senate races, facing attacks over his theology and politics.
A preview of Horizons stories: Italy's blue crab invasion, space-based penguin tracking, and more.
A look at the few pastors who have served in the U.S. Senate while keeping their pulpits, as Kansas's Adam Hamilton tries to join them.
Macron meets UK PM Burnham, joins King Charles for a private Bayeux Tapestry viewing, and discusses migration and Ukraine.
Brazil offers India cooperation in green energy, citing its experience since the 1970s. Indian officials outline a multi-technology clean mobility strategy.
Germany's cabinet has approved a €10 billion tax package that boosts child benefits and allowances, funded by a new 47% top income tax rate.
Putin inspects gas tanker and trawler in Vladivostok, warns of retaliation over ship seizures.
Indonesia's new central bank governor Destry Damayanti says global bond yields and 'higher for longer' rates will be key at the next policy meeting.
China is leveraging the SCO to expand trade, infrastructure, and tech influence, reshaping regional dynamics before Xi's Washington trip.
Germany's foreign minister says Europe and Canada stand united after Berlin imposed sanctions on Russia over an alleged hybrid attack.
France's Finance Ministry estimates summer heatwaves may cut 2026 GDP growth by 0.1 percentage points, adding pressure to an already weak economic outlook.
Thailand will install 5 GW of rooftop solar for a million homes within a year, using emergency funds to counter LNG price shocks from the Middle East conflict.
Renewed energy price spikes from the Iran conflict have intensified a global bond selloff, with 10-year Treasury yields near 5% and central banks poised for rate hikes.
Iran launched drone attacks on US bases in Kuwait and Bahrain after US air strikes on Iranian military targets, which reportedly killed civilians at a wedding.
A weak male orangutan, Sampurna, was rescued from a forest fire in West Kalimantan, Indonesia, and evacuated for medical care.
Chevron confirms $7 billion Venezuela expansion, doubling Orinoco Belt production to 600,000 barrels per day.
Israeli military operations continue in Gaza despite a ceasefire, with a raid killing four and detention of a senior Hamas official, as living conditions remain dire.
Israel struck Hezbollah infrastructure near Nabatiyeh, southern Lebanon, amid a shaky truce and ongoing occupation.
Russian drone attacks on Kyiv entered a seventh day, while a massive strike on Odesa's energy grid caused widespread power outages and injuries.
A tugboat sank off Busan, South Korea, killing one crew member and leaving six missing. Rescue operations are underway.
A severe dry spell in Indonesia's East Kalimantan has lowered river levels, disrupting coal transport and increasing costs for miners.
Xi Jinping's Cairo visit highlights Egypt's balancing act between its US security partnership and growing economic and military cooperation with China.
German authorities investigate a second suspected sabotage of power infrastructure within 24 hours, amid growing concerns over hybrid warfare and ahead of a key state election.
EU ministers condemned Russia after Germany blamed Moscow for a drone attack at Leipzig/Halle Airport.
Britain has fined Citibank's London unit £4.7 million for breaches of Russia-related sanctions laws, as per a government notice.
Apple and Google now label Lake Ontario as 'Lake America' for US users, following a federal naming order that does not bind private companies.
German union IG Metall warns Volkswagen that restructuring plans risking plants will trigger a conflict it says it does not want.
Sterling fell to a three-week low against the dollar on Wednesday, pressured by Middle East conflict fears and surging UK gilt yields.
EU foreign ministers met in Ireland to discuss Russia's hybrid attacks and new sanctions after Germany blamed Moscow for a drone incident in Leipzig.
German police investigate two separate power disruptions as possible sabotage, with incendiary devices found at one site.
Putin rejects German sabotage allegations, accusing Merz of failing national interests and facing a trust deficit.
Germany's cabinet has approved a €10 billion income-tax reform to ease the burden on low- and middle-income families, with full effect from 2028.
UK 10-year gilt yields touched 5.268%, an 18-year high, as global sell-off and Iran war fears raise debt costs, squeezing fiscal headroom to £13 billion.
EU's top diplomat calls Leipzig drone attack attempt state-sponsored terrorism; bloc weighs response, sanctions.
An explosion near Augsburg's train station injured two passersby and damaged windows. A second suspicious object was found, prompting evacuation and suspension of rail services.
Putin says Ukraine negotiations are frozen and warns of large-scale retaliatory strikes on Ukrainian energy infrastructure.
EU and several member states summon Russian diplomats over an attempted drone attack at Leipzig airport, escalating tensions with Moscow.
Russia's transport minister says Moscow has solutions to prevent Ukrainian threats from disrupting civil aviation, following Zelenskiy's warning.
Oil prices were little changed after hitting one-month highs, as US-Iran strikes raised supply concerns while 17 million barrels still transited Hormuz.
Germany's DIW doubles 2026 growth forecast to 1.2% on strong exports, but flags energy costs and weak demand as risks.
India's BRICS Chairship prioritises innovation, digital public infrastructure, and women's entrepreneurship ahead of the New Delhi Summit.
Iran's potential retaliation strategies include expanding attacks on Gulf states, targeting oil exports, and launching cyber offensives against Western targets.
British 10-year gilt yields hit an 18-year high on Wednesday, tracking a global sell-off driven by oil price and inflation worries amid the Iran war.
Germany says the EU will work on further sanctions against Russian individuals in the coming weeks, citing continued unity on Ukraine.
Germany confirms successful test of Israeli LORA ballistic missile, marking a shift in its deterrence posture.
Eurozone borrowing costs rise for a sixth day as Middle East tensions lift oil prices and stoke inflation fears.
Two historic schooners, including one on the Maine quarter, sank in a Brooklyn canal; salvage efforts are uncertain.
Russia launched a massive missile and drone attack on Odesa's energy infrastructure, causing widespread outages and new cuts in four other regions.
Iran attacked US allies in the Gulf, with Bahrain intercepting aerial fire, as tensions escalate.
Army helicopters are the only way out for flood survivors in Nepal's Rasuwa and Nuwakot districts, where queues stretch for up to 48 hours.
Turkish authorities launched a search after a cargo ship with 10 crew went missing following a collision in the Marmara Sea off Istanbul.
A US plan to take a direct stake in Venezuelan oil output risks creating market distortions that could deter foreign investment and slow recovery.
Germany's export-driven economy is under strain as Chinese competitors match quality at lower prices, forcing firms to adapt or lose ground.
German police investigate a second sabotage attempt on power infrastructure, this time at a substation in Bergheim, following similar damage in Brandenburg.
US Energy Secretary Chris Wright travels to Venezuela for a Chevron expansion announcement amid a new oil agreement.
Massachusetts jury deliberates fifth day in Lindsay Clancy murder trial; a deadlock could trigger mistrial, retrial, plea deal, or case dismissal.
Renewed Iran-US strikes push oil above $95 and US 10-year yield to near 3-year high, as Japan's rate hike signals add to bond market pressure.
Joshua Wong pleads guilty to a second national security charge involving foreign collusion and sanctions advocacy.
Erin Piacenti, 32, a Bank of America VP, was killed in a Times Square stabbing. Police arrested Pamela Cisneros, 49.
Italian fishermen in the Po River Delta are exporting invasive Atlantic blue crabs after a culling program failed, finding economic opportunity in an ecological crisis.
Jurors in Lindsay Clancy's murder trial resume deliberations after telling the judge they were deadlocked. She pleads not guilty by reason of insanity.
A Utah judge ruled the murder case against Tyler Robinson can proceed, potentially facing the death penalty.
PM Modi attended the 26th SCO Summit in Bishkek, urging dialogue over conflict and action against terror.
The U.S. military-civilian gap persists as fewer Americans serve, concentrating burdens and misunderstandings, with experts calling for greater connection.
Zelenskyy warns airlines to avoid Russian airspace, saying drone operations will make flying unsafe, as Moscow's missile attacks on Ukraine continue.
Nepal appeals to international tourists to keep visiting, saying the Himalayan nation remains open despite catastrophic floods that have killed hundreds and left thousands missing.
UN report concedes global warming will exceed 1.5°C, urging a strategy to limit peak and cool back down.
USS Abraham Lincoln sailors head to Pattaya for rest, where the city's notorious nightlife meets its modern family-friendly rebranding.
Economists polled by Singapore's central bank raised 2026 growth forecasts to 5% while trimming inflation projections.
BOJ chief Kazuo Ueda signals a possible September rate hike, citing inflation risks and the need to assess past hikes.
RBNZ raises rates 25 bps to 2.75%, flags gradual tightening with peak at 3.15% by 2027; kiwi falls as markets recalibrate.
Japanese government bond yields hit multi-decade highs as a hawkish BOJ board member urges faster rate hikes, with fiscal spending adding further upward pressure.
Giorgia Meloni's government is set to become Italy's longest-serving since WWII, yet analysts debate her domestic reform record.
US Energy Secretary Chris Wright lands in Venezuela to sign a landmark oil deal, granting a US-Venezuelan joint venture 100-year rights over 17 fields.
Giorgia Meloni is set to become Italy's longest-serving post-war premier, surpassing Silvio Berlusconi's record, as supporters and critics debate her government's achievements.
New Zealand's central bank raised its key rate by 25 bps to 2.75%, flagging gradual future hikes amid sticky inflation and economic uncertainty.
Senator Ed Markey wins the Massachusetts Democratic primary, defeating Congressman Seth Moulton.
Recent floods in Nepal and China, linked to glacial melt, highlight the growing threat of climate-induced disasters in the Himalayas.
Commodity vessel transits through the Strait of Hormuz fell to four on Tuesday, down from ten a day earlier, as US-Iran tensions escalated.
US and Australia announce $580 million in Pacific aid, focusing on anti-drug efforts and energy stability.
US Energy Secretary Chris Wright says new oil deals in Caracas will more than double Venezuela's crude output in the next few years.
Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong pleads guilty to conspiring with foreign forces, facing life in prison in his second national security case.
BOJ's Hajime Takata urges nimble rate hikes, citing need to prevent upward price deviations and respond to external demand shocks.
US-Iran tensions lift oil prices, boosting the dollar's safe-haven appeal. Markets eye Fed hike odds, RBNZ decision, and yen weakness.
Xi Jinping's Egypt visit highlights China's push to expand influence in the Middle East, deepening economic and strategic ties with a key US ally.
Recent Himalayan floods highlight cascading disasters, with experts urging global action on emissions and adaptation.
Japanese government bond yields climbed as markets bet on faster BOJ rate hikes, with the 10-year yield touching 3%.
BOJ's Ueda vows continued rate hikes, citing accommodative conditions and inflation risks near the 2% target.
Oil prices rose nearly 1% after US-Iran strikes escalated, raising supply disruption concerns in the Middle East.
Flash floods in Nepal's Nuwakot district have caused widespread devastation, with hundreds reported dead. Video shows extensive damage.
An external review found a network timing system fault caused Telstra's July mobile outage, prompting the company to accept recommendations.
Utah judge sends Tyler Robinson to trial for Charlie Kirk's murder, ruling evidence supports death-penalty aggravating factor.
A whistleblower alleges the US Postal Service is rushing an untested mail-ballot database, risking millions of undelivered ballots.
President Trump nominates acting Navy Secretary Hung Cao for the permanent role, citing his combat record as sailors face strain during the Iran war.
South Korea's August CPI rose 3.1% year-on-year, up from 2.8% in July, but missed forecasts of 3.2%.
A Honduran judge dismissed fraud and money laundering charges against former President Juan Orlando Hernández, citing lack of evidence.
The US DOJ has filed a lawsuit against Kansas City, Kansas schools, alleging policies on transgender students violate federal privacy law and parental rights.
JD Vance says a successful Trump assassination would have triggered conspiracy theories and civil strife, in a podcast touching on faith, AI, and end times.
An Indian citizen was among 12 killed in Russian drone and missile strikes across Ukraine, President Zelenskyy said.
SCO leaders at the Bishkek summit adopt declaration rejecting double standards in counter-terrorism and condemning cross-border terrorist movement.
Sirens echoed through Kuwait City as US-Iran tensions escalated, raising regional alert.
US Central Command says it completed strikes on Iranian military targets following IRGC attacks on shipping and US personnel.
US strikes on Iran draw missile and drone retaliation, including attacks on bases in Jordan, Bahrain, and Kuwait, as the Strait of Hormuz conflict escalates.
Cuba's tourism sector has collapsed, with arrivals down 62% year-on-year, following US sanctions and an energy embargo that forced major hotel chains and airlines to suspend operations.
The House voted 413-2 to censure Rep. Chuck Edwards after an ethics probe found persistent inappropriate conduct toward two female staffers.
The UN Security Council will vote this month on renewing the Iran sanctions panel mandate, facing likely vetoes from Russia and China.
California's attorney general has issued a notice of intent to sue over the $1.22 billion DOI-RWE offshore wind lease buyout, citing violations of federal law.
The US launched new airstrikes on Iranian targets, prompting Iranian retaliation on a US base in Jordan and a spike in global oil prices.
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum defended national sovereignty and highlighted economic resilience amid US tariffs and migrant deaths.
A US strike hit a wedding in Kuhestak, Iran, killing four, as renewed hostilities flare between Washington and Tehran.
US Treasury Secretary Bessent met BOJ Governor Ueda, urging decisive monetary policy to address yen undervaluation and anchor inflation expectations.
US and European agencies, with CrowdStrike, dismantle the Sality botnet, a Russian-linked cybercrime network active since 2003.
Putin claims Russian battlefield gains in Donetsk, rejects talks with Ukraine's leadership, and dismisses mobilisation rumours.
Excavators reached the mudslide-hit Gyirong Port area, crossing flooded roads to begin clearing operations and open safer routes for rescuers.
Putin calls Russian thinking on potential strikes against UK military facilities a military secret, in response to British arms supplies to Ukraine.
BCC upgrades UK 2026 growth forecast to 1.0%, but warns investment remains weak and inflation pressures persist.
Iran has launched missile and drone attacks on US bases in the region, escalating tensions after recent US strikes.
Flooding at Grand Canyon killed two, left one missing, and broke a vital pipeline, forcing indefinite closure of South Rim lodging.
US authorities seized $560,000 in cryptocurrency intended for Hamas, disrupted its online fundraising infrastructure, and identified thousands of potential donors.
The US Justice Department has filed its first lawsuit against a school district, accusing Kansas City, Kansas schools of aiding transgender student transitions without parental consent.
Canada's finance minister calls the country a trusted transatlantic partner ahead of G20 talks with the US on trade.
A divided Supreme Court allows the White House ballroom project to continue, rejecting a historic preservation group's challenge for now.
Federal judges are taking extraordinary security measures, including panic buttons and safe rooms, as threats against the judiciary surge.
Venezuela's National Assembly voted to support a US oil deal, projecting increased production and revenue for development.
A whistleblower warns USPS's new ballot verification system could reject legitimate mail-in ballots due to technical errors, ahead of the 2026 midterms.
Iran's armed forces pledge 'crushing and devastating blows' against the US in response to airstrikes on two provinces.
IAEA resolves Syria's nuclear safeguards issues after Assad's fall, but Iran access and inventory verification remain stalled.
US strikes IRGC targets near Strait of Hormuz; Trump warns of bigger attack if Iran retaliates; Iran vows crushing response.
Zelenskyy cautions foreign carriers and insurers that Russian airspace is becoming unsafe due to large-scale drone operations, urging global pressure for peace.
Security camera footage shows former US Congressman Eric Swalwell being detained at San Francisco airport as part of an investigation into sexual misconduct allegations.
Duane 'Keffe D' Davis convicted of orchestrating Tupac Shakur's 1996 murder; faces life in prison.
DHS says ICE can arrest undocumented immigrants without criminal records, citing 2,100 arrests in New York under Operation Rotten Apple.
A shooting at a Tucson gay bar left two patrons and the suspect dead. Police are investigating it as a possible hate crime.
Qatar's foreign ministry warns the Strait of Hormuz closure is an international crisis, urging diplomacy as US-Iran hostilities escalate.
Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in Cairo for a state visit, calling China-Egypt ties an example of solidarity between developing nations.
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent advises G20 nations to consider tariffs to shield domestic industries from a surge in Chinese imports.
Ukraine's president warns airlines and insurers that Russian airspace is becoming too dangerous due to Ukrainian drone operations.
The USDA will test satellite imagery and AI to improve crop estimates after farmers and traders questioned data reliability.
Israeli banks will continue processing Palestinian transactions through 2026 after a deal with the Finance Ministry, delaying a potential financial rupture.
Finland's coalition government has agreed on a 2027 budget with a €12.4 billion deficit, up from earlier estimates.
Putin cautioned Pashinyan that Armenia's EU bid could harm its Eurasian Economic Union membership, while Pashinyan argued no treaty violations exist.
A federal judge paused a lawsuit by Texas and Florida challenging mifepristone approval while the FDA reviews the drug's safety.
A Pennsylvania police corporal faces voluntary manslaughter charges for fatally shooting an unarmed 22-year-old college student who posed no threat.
French President Macron supports new EU sanctions against Russia following an attempted drone attack in Leipzig attributed to Moscow.
The SCO summit highlighted India's long-running balancing act — engaging major powers without joining any bloc.
The US House passed a short-term funding bill to keep the government open until December 11, avoiding a shutdown before elections.
Nigeria confirms the planned withdrawal of about 200 US troops deployed in February to assist with its security crisis, citing strong bilateral ties.
US manufacturing growth slowed in August while input prices remained elevated, and job openings rose in July, keeping the Fed on track for a possible rate hike.
Ukraine's President warns airlines and insurers that Russian airspace is increasingly unsafe due to Ukrainian drone activity.