Maratha quota stir enters sixth day; highways blocked across Marathwada
Maratha quota protests continue for a sixth day, with supporters blocking highways across Marathwada while activist Manoj Jarange Patil remains on hunger strike.
Daily Current Affairs — 4 September 2026
National
Mayawati keeps nephew Akash Anand out of key BSP roles, cites need for political maturity
Mayawati says nephew Akash Anand needs more political maturity, so no major party role for now. BSP will contest all elections alone.
BJP hits back at Congress over GDP data, calls criticism 'dimagi Naxal' mindset
BJP MP Anil Baluni defended the government's GDP rebasing exercise, countering Congress criticism and pointing to similar revisions under previous regimes.
Lokayukta orders probe, safety audit after Bagalkot school ceiling collapse
Lokayukta registers suo motu case over ceiling collapse at Bagalkot government school; orders safety audits and structural checks.
Karnataka panel seeks blueprint to end exam leaks, overhaul recruitment
Karnataka's Cabinet sub-committee has ordered a report on leak-proof exams and transparent recruitment, following NEET and KPSC controversies.
Karnataka Apex Bank polls set for September 10 after leadership tussle
Elections for Karnataka State Cooperative Apex Bank's top posts are scheduled for September 10, following a power struggle within the Congress.
Kerala Islamic scholar clarifies remarks on women after backlash
Kanthapuram A.P. Aboobacker Musliar clarifies his earlier remarks on women, denying advocacy for confinement and citing educational initiatives for girls.
TNCC chief alleges Narikuravar students forced off bus in Pudukkottai
TNCC president Manickam Tagore alleges 10 Narikuravar students were pushed from a government bus in Pudukkottai, demanding an inquiry and action.
PMK chief asks Tamil Nadu CM to intensify opposition to Mekedatu project
PMK's Anbumani Ramadoss has urged Tamil Nadu CM Vijay to ramp up opposition to Karnataka's Mekedatu dam, citing recent moves by Karnataka to secure central approval.
Three Brothers Held for Killing Aunt in Ranipet Property Feud
Three brothers were arrested in Ranipet for allegedly killing their aunt during a dispute over family property and cash.
Former Patiala MP Dharamvira Gandhi Missing From Punjab Draft Voter List
Two-time Patiala MP Dharamvira Gandhi's name is missing from Punjab's draft electoral rolls after the SIR exercise; he has filed objections with documents.
Quality Teachers Key to Nation-Building, Supreme Court Observes
Supreme Court says quality elementary teachers are vital for children and nation-building, while flagging inadequate attention to teacher education.
Assam to Induct Up to 20,000 Police Personnel, Announces Key Reforms
Assam CM announces recruitment of 15,000-20,000 police personnel, 5,000 promotions, and new anti-narcotics task force.
Naidu asks TDP cadre to better 2024 strike rate in local body polls
Chandrababu Naidu directs TDP leaders to prepare for local body polls, aiming for a strike rate higher than the 2024 Assembly elections.
Guwahati ICU Doctor Found Dead; Family Alleges Harassment by Woman
Family of Dr Prayash Singhal alleges harassment by a woman and her husband; FIR filed after his death at Nemcare Hospital.
MP Woman Cop Alleges Salary Withheld for 5 Months During Spinal Ailment
A woman sub-inspector in MP's Ashoknagar has alleged her salary was withheld for five months amid treatment for severe spinal pain, a charge the SP denies.
SC asks NHAI to weigh CCTV, monitoring rooms at toll plazas after fatal crashes
Supreme Court directs NHAI to consider installing CCTV cameras and monitoring rooms at toll plazas following two deadly road accidents.
Kerala HC Division Bench Stays Orders That Cleared Cashew Scam Prosecution
Kerala High Court's Division Bench stays single-judge orders that led to prosecution sanction in the ₹600-crore cashew import scam.
Kerala Panchayat Body Wants Field Check of Western Ghats ESA Map
Kerala Grama Panchayat Association demands ground-level verification of Western Ghats ESA boundaries in Kozhikode district, urging govt to address local concerns first.
Rahul Gandhi backs Bihar students, says youth voice cannot be silenced
Rahul Gandhi met Bihar students alleging police brutality in protests, warning the BJP that suppressing youth will invite public backlash.
Karnataka Suspends IAS Officer Arrested in Veterinarian Recruitment Scam
Karnataka suspends IAS officer Gyanendra Kumar Gangwar after his arrest by the CID in connection with alleged fraud in the recruitment of veterinarians.
Karnataka Congress MLC flags six-month delay in tribal nutrition kits
Congress MLC K. Shivakumar has flagged a five-to-six-month delay in nutrition kit distribution to tribal families in Karnataka, urging immediate action.
Ex-Vanitha League Leader Noorbeena Hits Out at IUML Over Kanthapuram Silence
Former Vanitha League general secretary Noorbeena Rasheed criticises IUML's silence on Kanthapuram's anti-women directive, demanding clear positions.
OpenAI Unveils GPT-6 Astra, Starts Enterprise Rollout
OpenAI introduces GPT-6 Astra, rolling out to enterprise users today with broader availability planned.
Entertainment
Bengal CM Announces Year-Long Centenary Fetes for Mahanayak Uttam Kumar
West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari launches year-long birth centenary celebrations for Uttam Kumar, inaugurating a film festival in Kolkata.
Madras HC to hear plea seeking more time for Dhruva Natchathiram release
Gautam Menon moves Madras HC for more time to release Dhruva Natchathiram; hearing set for Sept 11.
I'm Game review: Dulquer Salmaan's supernatural thriller loses its edge
Dulquer Salmaan's Malayalam comeback 'I'm Game' has a fascinating supernatural core, but the film squanders it with a bloated flashback and generic storytelling.
'By Any Means' Review: A Buddy Action Thriller With a Civil Rights Backdrop
A propulsive action thriller set against late-1960s racial violence, pairing a by-the-book Black FBI agent with a ruthless Mafia informant.
McDonagh's 'Wild Horse Nine' gallops into Venice competition
Martin McDonagh's new film 'Wild Horse Nine' premieres in competition at the Venice Film Festival, featuring John Malkovich, Sam Rockwell and Steve Buscemi.
Gloria Steinem’s Last Memoir Reflects on Hope, Regret, and a Century of Change
In her final memoir, Gloria Steinem shares stories of hope, regret, and her plan to live to 100, offering a last look at a life of activism.
World
Tear gas and water cannons in Santiago as conservative leaders meet
Police used tear gas and water cannons on protesters in Santiago during the conservative Madrid Forum, attended by Chile's Kast and Argentina's Milei.
India, Belgium Pledge Deeper Trade and Defence Cooperation
India and Belgium agreed to deepen cooperation in trade, defence, clean energy, and semiconductors, targeting doubled bilateral trade within five years.
Pacific leaders voice concern, not condemnation, over Chinese missile test
Pacific Islands Forum leaders expressed collective concern over China's July missile launch but failed to reach unanimous condemnation, with Nauru dissenting.
Severe Storm Batters Toronto, Causing Flooding and Widespread Damage
A severe storm with torrential rain and strong winds caused flooding and infrastructure damage across Toronto on Wednesday.
Canada's Trade Surplus Narrows Sharply in July as Exports to US Slip
Canada's trade surplus narrowed to C$769 million in July as energy and metal exports fell and imports rose, with the US share of exports dropping to 66.35%.
Three beluga whales die at Chicago aquarium, including one recently rescued from Canada
Three beluga whales have died at Chicago's Shedd Aquarium, including one recently relocated from a shuttered Canadian park. Necropsies are underway.
White House Urges US Space Firms to Skip Paris Summit
The Trump administration has reportedly pressured US space companies to skip a Paris summit, citing disagreements with European policy positions.
Russia Shuts German Cultural Centers as Spy and Sabotage Feud Deepens
Russia announced the closure of Goethe-Institut centers in three cities, escalating a diplomatic row with Germany over alleged sabotage plots.
Musk's America PAC injects $800,000 into key US Senate races ahead of midterms
Elon Musk's America PAC has spent roughly $800,000 on Republican candidates in pivotal Senate races, filings show.
Congo Ebola Outbreak: Five Gaps Undermining Containment Efforts
Africa CDC warns Congo's Ebola outbreak has not peaked. A new report outlines five critical gaps in the response.
Russian drone strike damages Coca-Cola plant near Kyiv
A Russian drone strike damaged a Coca-Cola production site in Kyiv's Brovary district, with no injuries reported.
Vance Says US Probing Reported Airstrike on Iranian Wedding, Downplays Conflict as 'Not a War'
Vice President Vance says the US is investigating a reported airstrike on an Iranian wedding, and insists the conflict is not a war.
Trump turns to dual economic and military pressure to squeeze Iran
The Trump administration is pairing new sanctions with military strikes to pressure Iran, but Tehran remains defiant and the standoff deepens.
A Year After Armed ICE Raid, Upstate NY Town Still Seeks Answers
One year on, the heavily armed ICE raid on a Cato, NY, granola factory still fuels scrutiny over federal immigration tactics.
France, South Korea to Host Global Film Summit on AI and Industry Challenges
France and South Korea will co-chair a summit next week on AI, funding, and audience reach in the film industry.
Vance Urges Federal Reserve to Lower Interest Rates
US Vice President JD Vance says the White House believes the Federal Reserve should cut interest rates, citing inflation data.
US Rules Out Iran Talks Unless Attacks on Hormuz Shipping Cease
US VP Vance says no talks with Iran unless attacks on commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz stop.
EPA's PFAS Wastewater Survey Stalled at White House for Two Years
A nationwide survey to identify industrial sources of PFAS in wastewater has been stalled at the White House for nearly two years, according to former EPA officials.
US convenience stores warn of food-stamp exit over fresh-food rule
US convenience stores warn thousands may stop accepting food stamps unless USDA delays a rule requiring more fresh produce and protein.