UNC to Intensify Manipur Highway Blockade From Wednesday
United Naga Council announces indefinite, intensified blockade on four Manipur national highways from Sept 9, citing lack of justice in killings of six Liangmai Nagas.
Daily Current Affairs — 9 September 2026
National
Residence allocation row exposes deepening fault lines in Karnataka Congress
A housing dispute between two Congress leaders in Karnataka has highlighted growing tensions within the party's AHINDA political camp.
Nainital Police File FIR Over Purification Ritual at Kharge Rally Site
Uttarakhand police registered an FIR over a 'purification' ritual at a Congress rally venue used by Mallikarjun Kharge, following a complaint by a party worker.
Tiruvannamalai villagers block new Tasmac outlet on busy highway
Over 100 residents of Mangalam, Thellur, and Mummuni protested a new Tasmac outlet at Karai village on the Vandavasi-Arani road. Officials pacified them, promising the outlet will not open there.
Meta unveils Muse, a personal AI agent for everyday tasks
Meta's new AI agent, Muse, helps users with daily tasks and long-term planning, with a focus on privacy and safety.
Meta Launches Muse AI Agent Across US Mobile Platforms
Meta introduces Muse, a new AI agent rolling out in the US on iOS, Android, and Muse.ai, with AI glasses support and a confidential VM coming later.
Uttarakhand Police File FIR in Kharge Venue 'Purification' Row
Uttarakhand police register FIR over alleged purification of Ramlila Maidan after Mallikarjun Kharge's rally, invoking IPC and SC/ST Act sections.
Kakinada Police Book Institute Director, 20 Students Over Unauthorised Protest
Kakinada police registered a case against Shyam Institute director and 20 students for staging an unauthorised protest on September 7.
Meta's Muse AI Agent Goes Live in US, Automates Emails and Payments
Meta launched Muse, an AI agent for US users that can autonomously manage emails, payments, and travel, despite internal test issues.
Tirunelveli POCSO Court Awards Death Penalty in 2022 Gang Rape of Minor
A special POCSO court in Tirunelveli sentenced Chinnakutty to death and two others to prison for the 2022 gang rape of a minor.
Chavanni taunt opens caste fault lines in western UP as SP, RLD trade barbs
A war of words over a 25-paise coin metaphor exposes Jat-Muslim political fault lines in western Uttar Pradesh ahead of the state polls.
Himachal Officers' Body Objects to Kangana Ranaut's 'Lazy' Remark, Warns of Action
Himachal Pradesh BDO association condemns Kangana Ranaut's 'lazy' remark as unparliamentary, warns of strong action if repeated.
NHRC Seeks Records in Punjab Man's Suicide After Drugs Complaint
NHRC has sought records and ordered an inquiry into the suicide of a Punjab man who had publicly raised concerns about the drug trade.
Madhya Pradesh nets Rs 53,000 crore investment pledges during CM's UAE trip
MP receives over Rs 53,000 crore in investment proposals during CM Yadav's UAE visit, led by Rana Holdings and NIDI Services.
Bay of Bengal Low-Pressure System Likely to Bring Andhra Pradesh Respite from Heat
A low-pressure area over the Bay of Bengal may bring rain and cooler weather to Andhra Pradesh from September 12, easing the ongoing heatwave.
AIADMK to Contest Madurantakam and Dharapuram Bypolls, Seeks BJP Support
AIADMK will field candidates in Madurantakam and Dharapuram bypolls on October 6, seeking BJP support.
DMK joins bypoll race in Madurantakam and Dharapuram, setting up three-way contest
DMK will contest Madurantakam and Dharapuram bypolls, making it a three-cornered fight with AIADMK and ruling TVK.
Entertainment
Artificial Trailer: Garfield Plays Sam Altman in Guadagnino's AI Drama
Trailer released for Luca Guadagnino's 'Artificial,' starring Andrew Garfield as Sam Altman amid the 2023 OpenAI boardroom drama.
World
Renoir Museum Heist: Stolen Works Too Hot to Sell, Says Art Crime Expert
Four Renoir paintings were stolen from a French Riviera museum; two were abandoned. An expert says the remaining works will be nearly impossible to sell.
US alleges Chinese AI firms stole American technology at industrial scale
US officials accuse six Chinese AI firms, including DeepSeek and Alibaba, of copying American AI models via distillation, ahead of Xi's US visit.
US court strikes down IRS-ICE taxpayer data sharing under Trump
A US appeals court ruled the IRS unlawfully shared taxpayer addresses with ICE, violating post-Watergate privacy law.
Satellite Images Reveal Houthi Strikes on Saudi Oil Sites
Satellite imagery confirms Houthi attacks on Saudi oil facilities, wounding 73 and forcing temporary suspension of operations.
Smithsonian Secretary Lonnie Bunch to Step Down After Turbulent Year
Lonnie Bunch, the Smithsonian's first Black secretary, will leave at year's end amid a clash with the Trump administration over historical narratives.
Macron, Lee Hold Talks in Paris on Strategic Ties and Global Crises
French President Macron met South Korean President Lee in Paris to advance their strategic partnership, covering defence, trade, and crises in Ukraine, the Middle East, and the Indo-Pacific.
Thousands rally in Cologne against AfD after Saxony-Anhalt win
Cologne saw thousands protest the AfD's state election win in Saxony-Anhalt, with marchers citing personal fears over rights and history.
US Official Raises National Security Concerns Over Ford's China Ties
The Trump administration has expressed deep national security concerns over Ford Motor's business partnerships with Chinese firms.
Netanyahu unveils handpicked Likud list, promises election win
Netanyahu presents personally chosen Likud candidates for October election, vowing victory and vowing to continue military campaigns.
Justice Department escalates probe into Trump-Russia inquiry with new grand jury subpoenas
The Justice Department is issuing new grand jury subpoenas in Florida as it probes alleged intelligence community conspiracy against Trump.
TSA Lets Some PreCheck Members Reach Airport Gates Without Tickets
TSA launches 'Gateside by TSA PreCheck' allowing vetted travelers without tickets to pass security at select airports.
USPS watchdog to probe whistleblower claims on mail-in ballot rules
USPS Inspector General will independently review whistleblower allegations that proposed mail-in voting restrictions could lead to thousands of legal ballots being discarded.