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Vice President to attend Telangana Liberation Day event at Parade Grounds on September 17

Punjab villager death: Congress Sachin Pilot, Partap Bajwa detained during protest against Cheema

The protest brought together the faction-ridden Punjab Congress, with state unit chief Amrinder Singh Raja Warring and former Chief Minister Charanjit Singh Channi, who has opposed Mr. Warring's retention as president, joining the march.

Bag with detonators, gelatin sticks triggers panic on bus at PNBS in Vijayawada

About 46 gelatin sticks and 50 detonators were found in a luggage bag in Vijayawada. Sniffer dog squad was pressed into service and efforts are on to trace the owner of the bag, says police

DRDO scientist P. Srihari appointed director of Research Centre Imarat

Srirangapatna Dasara to get special touch this year

Woman protesting son’s suspicious death dies after consuming poison

The mother of the deceased Class VI student at Chaitanya School in Singarayakonda had been protesting in front of the school for the last few days seeking a probe into the circumstances leading to her son’s death

Vallathaikkadavu bridge to open to traffic next week

The new bridge is expected to ease travel through the hilly agricultural areas of eastern Kozhikode

Bengaluru: Probe against two policemen after cash-exchange video surfaces

Sabarimala pilgrimage preparations face delays as deadline nears

Concerns have been raised over stalled infrastructure projects, including sanitation, road improvements, and essential amenities at stopover points, which could hinder the influx of pilgrims.

No forcible acquisition of farmers’ land under environmental laws, Keralam to push Centre to restrict ESA notification to 98 villages: Forest Minister

Speaking at a discussion with representatives of farmers’ organisations from forest fringe areas on measures to mitigate human-wildlife conflict and other issues in Thiruvananthapuram on Tuesday, Minister says that any acquisition of land, if found unavoidable, will be carried out only after providi

Government is ‘surrendering to American pressure’ with UPI charges, Rahul Gandhi alleges; Kharge terms it ‘loot’

The move is aimed at opening the digital payments sector to American companies, the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha says, alleging that a recent notification has quietly paved the way for imposing a Merchant Discount Rate on merchant transactions above ₹2,000

HeLa to a new world where progress in science matches dignity for patient

The omission of Henrietta Lacks, who donated the immortal cells that have facilitated biomedical research, from scientific history is a rare wrong that has been righted, recently. Thanks to the battle her family fought, today, more regulations will govern ethical research.

Shivamogga MLA walks out of government programme protesting against rendition of only first two stanzas of Vande Mataram

The Karnataka government has issued an order stating that only the first two stanzas of the Vande Mataram are to be sung at State functions.

UCC aims to end ‘discrimination’, not target any community: K. Laxman

Three killed in road accident in Belagavi

Spotted hyena daughters inherit rank, resources, and a taste for power

A ‘terrific’ new study has found that he youngest daughter born to an alpha female inherits her mother’s social status and also benefits from better access to food, allies, and breeding opportunities. Over generations, these benefits accumulate, allowing a few privileged female lineages to produce m

Expect EU to sign FTA and India-Canada negotiations to be completed by year-end, govt says

Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal will also be travelling to the U.S. at the end of September, during which he will likely hold a bilateral meeting with his U.S. counterpart to discuss trade issues, including the much-delayed interim trade agreement announced in February.

India’s 26% goods exports surge lowers August 2026 trade deficit

According to Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal, this was the first time that merchandise export growth surpassed growth in imports in percentage as well as absolute value terms

Bangladesh tribunal sentences seven senior Awami League leaders to death

The three-member tribunal (ICT-2) headed by Justice Mohammad Nazrul Islam Chowdhury delivered the verdict against the seven, who were tried in absentia

West Asia war LIVE: Saudi Arabia warns it will react 'firmly' to Houthi attacks

Saudi Arabian ‌Civil Defence sent an alert on September 15, ​after issuing alerts for potential danger ‌in six cities, including Yanbu, ‌the kingdom's ‌main ⁠Red Sea oil ⁠port, where millions of barrels a day ​are loaded

FBI chief Kash Patel is set to face off with Democrats critical of his leadership at Senate hearing

September 15 hearing is expected to be no less contentious given Democrats’ fierce criticism of Kash Patel’s leadership and conduct

China urges U.S. to ‘stop preparing for war in outer space’

We urge the U.S. side to stop expanding its military capabilities and preparing for war in outer space, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said

NATO jets down drone in Lithuanian airspace after bloc warns strikes will drive support for Ukraine

Lithuania's military said that the incident marked the first time that a drone had been shot down in the country's airspace

Suspected sabotage triggers major Dutch rail outage during morning rush hour

There was no immediate indication of who was suspected of being behind the apparent sabotage

UN urges access for international investigators to Gaza after bodies found

The ongoing recovery of extensive human remains in Gaza, mostly of women and children, nearly three years after Israel heavily bombed their homes, highlights the possibility that war crimes have been committed, the UN warned

Lawrence Bishnoi’s associate deported from Canada, arrested by Punjab Police

Karamveer Singh had reportedly provided logistical support and a hideout to Anmol Bishnoi, Lawrence’s younger brother, who was arrested by the NIA

Seven former Australian cricket skippers urge Australian FM to raise concerns over Imran Khan’s detention

They said their concern was with the treatment of anyone in detention, describing it as a matter of basic humanity, whatever their politics

The Security Council is paralysed, but the UN is not broken, says Guterres

Mr. Guterres, in Delhi for BRICS Summit, commends India’s efforts at mediation between Russia and Ukraine, clarifies map controversy

Nepal, Indian teams near final stage of Chilime tunnel rescue operation

Once the blocked section is cleared, the Indian and Nepali rescue teams will move further inside the tunnel to reach and rescue the workers

As the last U.S. troops pack up in Iraq, militias signal their weapons will stay

The U.S. withdrawal is underway, and officials say the hundreds of troops remaining in northern Iraq will be out by the September 30 deadline

BRICS gives India’s balancing power a boost

The 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi is being seen as a significant diplomatic achievement for India. From pushing reforms in global governance to strengthening trade cooperation and facilitating dialogue among rival nations, the summit highlighted India’s growing role as a bridge between competing gl

How EU plans to keep children under 15 off social media

Under a proposal being prepared by the European Commission, children under 15 could face restrictions on creating and using accounts across a wide range of digital services

Oil climbs as Saudi pipeline outage, fresh attacks heighten supply concerns

Brent crude futures rose $1.37, or ​1.3%, to $107.05 a barrel at 0406 GMT, while U.S. West ⁠Texas Intermediate futures were up $1.53, or 1.51%, at $102.92 a barrel

APPSC Group 1 notification 2026 out: 163 posts, apply from October 6 to 27; 729 other vacancies notified too

Applications for Group-I open October 6 to 27; statistical and tribal welfare posts October 13 to November 2; Legislature, Endowments, probation and industrial promotion posts October 16 to November 5

How Engineering graduates can build AI skills

On National Engineers’ Day, here are some tips for engineering students to build skills in the use of Artificial Intelligence

Should the use of Gen AI be banned among younger students in schools?

FPIs in selling spree, offload 44% of August inflows in 10 days

FPIs have been net sellers of Indian equities for most of 2026. Their cumulative net outflow from the stock market has reached ₹2,37,579 crore in the first eight months and 10 days of the year.

Rupee slumps 38 paise to close at 95.92 against U.S. dollar

Forex traders said surging dollar demand from oil importers has sparked fresh concerns over inflation and India's external trade balance

Air India board meets to discuss incoming CEO’s salary, other matters

Campbell Wilson, the MD and CEO of Air India, will be stepping down from his role this month

Passenger vehicle sales soar 36.5% in August 2026, reports SIAM

India’s automobile industry is passing through a robust growth phase. The growth in August 2026 has been supported by a lower base of previous year, says Rajesh Menon, Director General, SIAM

Ramkrishna Forgings to invest ₹300 crore in 2026-2027

Maharashtra’s DELTA bet to tokenise India’s vast RWAs

The proposed Digitisation and Exchange of Land Token Assets (DELTA) Act, which will make Maharashtra as the country’s first “tokenised State”, marks a significant shift in India’s digital economy and its race towards tokenising RWAs or real world assets

Markets climb in early trade on strong buying in IT stocks, HDFC Bank

Among the 30 Sensex firms, HCL Tech jumped 6.5%, Tech Mahindra climbed 5.6%, Tata Consultancy Services surged 5.10% and Infosys edged higher by 4.83%

No charges on UPI transactions up to Rs 2,000; govt yet to decide on MDR for higher-value payments

The government notified changes ‌in the Payment And ​Settlement ⁠Act, 2007

Rupee falls 30 paise to 95.84 against U.S. dollar in early trade

With Brent crude touching $106 per barrel, increased dollar demand from oil importers raised concerns over India's external balance and inflation, forex traders said.

RBI likely intervenes to shield rupee as oil prices climb, traders say

The ​rupee declined ‌0.2% to 95.79, hovering around its weakest levels in ‌a month

Kishau Project: Why was the 660 MW dam delayed, and what changed?

United no more? How the UK came together, and may come apart

Explained: The coal factor in Punjab’s ongoing power crisis

Expert Explains | What the BRICS 2026 summit achieved — and what challenges remain

Big UPI fee update. What may change now if you shop above Rs 2,000

Why Saudi Arabia engages with BRICS without formally joining it

Can children legally sign up for digital platforms?​ Why SC​ is seek​i​ng Centre’s response

As BRS struggles, BJP sees Telangana opening with Liberation Day pitch

From the Urdu Press: ‘Nitish, Naidu face UCC test over secularism, minority rights’

Why AAP is suddenly listening to Punjab’s protesting employees, farmers

Amit Shah’s Uniform Civil Code plan hits a bump in Bihar

Today News Headlines for School Assembly, September 16, 2026: Government quells extra charges on UPI payments up to Rs 2,000

IIM Indore extends last date for CAT 2026 application; check revised schedule

Skip school sports in Nov-Dec: CAQM tells Delhi-NCR, surrounding states

Errors in student data causing delays, operational difficulties: CBSE asks schools to submit verified data

IIT Kanpur offers certificate programme on Python for AI, ML and deep learning

IIT Madras to launch AI studio to turn research into startups; opens to outside founders

US judge defers new visa rules, calls DHS rationale ‘absurd’: What it means for students

New Zealand announces new work visa route for international students, check details here

CBSE delays CTET September 2026 exam to December; check revised schedule

CBSE commences month-long support programme for Class 10th, 12th Ladakh students

Engineers’ Day 2026: How special seats drove a 52% surge in women joining IITs

Why can no one win a trade war? WTO warns tariffs and trade blocs could hurt everyone

Why no one can win a trade war? WTO warns that tariffs, trade barriers and geopolitical blocs could weaken global trade and economic growth.

India’s gold appetite cools? Govt data shows imports plunge 57.7% as exports surge 26.12 %

India’s gold imports plunged 57.7% to $2.3 billion in August even as overall imports rose 14.1%, while exports surged 26.1%.

Export surge, lower gold imports narrow August trade deficit

Merchandise exports surge 26.12% on-year to $43.81 billion, even as imports climb 14% to $70.67 billion.

Sugar to eggs: A domino effect cooking in El Niño heat

As sugar output drops and prices rise following a record-breaking El Niño, the shock could ripple through ethanol and eventually animal feed. What could that mean for your chicken and egg prices?

Why reducing govt debt matters for India even when it’s lower than advanced economies

India's high interest-to-revenue burden and strict market expectations for emerging economies make reducing public debt essential to safeguard investor trust even as India runs lower debt levels compared to advanced economies.

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