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Four CISF personnel killed after colleague opens fire in Jammu and Kashmir

The incident took place at around 7.30 pm at Sewa-III hydroelectric power project located at Mashka village in Basohli, near the border with Himachal Pradesh, the officials said

29 Sep 2026 9:54 pm
Slovakia: Teacher killed, two injured in school knife attack

A 61-year-old teacher was fatally stabbed at an elementary school in northwestern Slovakia, authorities said. A pupil and another female teacher were also injured, with the pupil in critical condition and the teacher hospitalised with serious injuries

29 Sep 2026 8:33 pm
Spain housing crisis: Protesters camp in Madrid square as govt plans response

Housing protesters continued their encampment in Madrids Puerta del Sol as pressure mounted on Spains government to address rising rents and a housing shortage. The protests followed the eviction of an 87-year-old tenant and have spread to cities across Spain

29 Sep 2026 8:32 pm
Ukraine, Iran-Gulf conflicts could trigger major food crisis, Jaishankar says

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has warned of a possible major food crisis in the coming months, citing disrupted grain shipments, fertiliser shortages and energy pressures linked to global conflicts. He said the combined strain on food, fuel, fertiliser and finance is hitting Global South economies hard

29 Sep 2026 8:31 pm
Estonia says Russia commissioned arson attack on defence firm linked to Ukraine

Estonian authorities say Russian security services commissioned an arson attack on Milrem Robotics, a defence company supplying unmanned military vehicles to Ukraine. Russia has rejected the allegation, calling Estonias claims unfounded

29 Sep 2026 8:30 pm
India in talks with China to use Xinjiang airspace amid Pakistan closure

India is in talks with China to use the Hotan route in Xinjiang for commercial flights to western countries, as the continued closure of Pakistani airspace has increased travel time and costs for airlines

29 Sep 2026 8:11 pm
Saudi Arabia invites UAE Vice President Sheikh Mansour for visit

Saudi Defence Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman has invited UAE Vice-President Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan to Saudi Arabia for a brotherly visit as Riyadh faces continued Houthi attacks and seeks support from regional and international allies

29 Sep 2026 7:21 pm
Hurricane Polo hits Baja California Sur; Mexico braces for flooding, mudslides

Heavy rainfall from Hurricane Polo is expected to hit Baja California Sur and southern and central Sonora on Tuesday, with life-threatening flooding and mudslides possible, particularly in areas of steep terrain

29 Sep 2026 6:55 pm
Uganda journalist set to become new king of Tooro Kingdom

The journalist is a prince who had long been employed as a broadcaster and editor with Uganda Broadcasting Corp. He picked the regnal name of Edward Rukidi Nyabongo. He performed rituals overnight, was ushered into the palace and will be formally unveiled to his followers later on Tuesday

29 Sep 2026 5:33 pm
Pune: Fire breaks out at Bank of India building on busy Laxmi Road

A major fire broke out at the Bank of India building on busy Laxmi Road in Pune on Tuesday afternoon. Seven fire tenders were deployed to bring the blaze under control, while no casualties or injuries were reported so far

29 Sep 2026 3:33 pm
Passenger bus from Delhi to Lucknow overturns on Ganga Expressway; 17 injured

Seventeen passengers were injured after a Delhi-Lucknow bus overturned on the Ganga Expressway in Hardois Bilgram area early Tuesday. The injured were taken to a community health centre, while two seriously injured passengers were referred to the district hospital

29 Sep 2026 1:06 pm
India-US strengthen defence ties, focus on Indo-Pacific security

India and the US discussed expanding defence cooperation, Indo-Pacific security and military interoperability. Talks between senior defence officials followed Yudh Abhyas 2026, highlighting joint training, defence technology and stronger military-to-military engagement

29 Sep 2026 12:46 pm
EAM Jaishankar says US now practising strategic autonomy long followed by India

You're dealing with China, you're dealing with Russia, with Ukraine, with other parts of Asia or with Europe, he told Daniel Russel, a former US Assistant Secretary of State for East Asian and Pacific Affairs, who was in conversation with him at the event

29 Sep 2026 12:05 pm
FBI adds Goldy Brar to ten most wanted list, announces USD 1 million reward

The FBI said Goldy Brar is wanted for his alleged role in the Lawrence Bishnoi organised crime group, which US authorities have linked to killings, extortion and drug trafficking in the United States and Canada

29 Sep 2026 11:45 am
Vadhvan Port project: Shipping Secretary calls for timely execution

Vijay Kumar, Secretary of the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, visited the project site at Varor on Monday to assess ground-level progress, review ongoing workstreams and interact with key stakeholders involved in the development, according to a release issued by the district administration

29 Sep 2026 11:05 am
Donald Trump confirms Iran contact, offers no sign of deal

The questions came during a White House event on a proposed steel investment in Iowa

29 Sep 2026 9:39 am
PM Benjamin Netanyahu meets Emirati leader in secret weekend trip to Abu Dhabi

Netanyahu asked Sheikh Mohamed to deny the report, according to the person who purported to have first-hand information about the meeting

29 Sep 2026 9:23 am
40 rescued after boat capsizes in waters west of Puerto Rico, two dead

Many of them do so on makeshift vessels that sometimes capsize in rough waters, with Monday marking the latest deadly voyage

29 Sep 2026 9:18 am
From cocktails to bites: Indulge in these new food menus in Mumbai this week

While you can explore a curated cocktail menu, you can also indulge in Buffalo Chicken Wings glazed with buffalo hot sauce served with blue cheese ranch, and more

29 Sep 2026 9:16 am
Enjoy relishing unique dishes from northeast India at this pop-up in Mumbai

Savour rare dishes Phaley, Fumbi and Kewa Datshi at an ongoing pop-up at a Lower Parel favourite

29 Sep 2026 9:12 am
Ebola virus in Congo has reached 8067

Congo announced an outbreak on May 15, caused by the rare Bundibugyo virus

29 Sep 2026 9:06 am
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay launches gold ring scheme for newborn babies

Rolling out the scheme at the Government Rajaji hospital here, Vijay held the babies for a while and gave away the gold rings

29 Sep 2026 9:04 am
Congress workers: Gaddar Gyanesh painted on CECs Agra residence

The protesters arrived at Kumars residence in the morning in large numbers and raised slogans outside his Vijay Nagar home

29 Sep 2026 9:00 am
Pope Leo XIV urged religious leaders to preach peace and unity

He urged Europe to draw from its Christian roots and traditions of dialogue to blunt the desire for domination driving todays wars, as he wrapped up a visit to France by recalling the forces that contributed to the continents peaceful integration

29 Sep 2026 8:56 am
Nvidias software platform to stop AI from misbehaving

Nvidia also introduced Sentry, a Bluefield DPU tool to quarantine agents breaching boundaries. Tech firms like Cisco, Microsoft, and Dell are collaborating on these AI safety efforts

29 Sep 2026 8:53 am
Ambala building collapse toll climbs to six

Two more people, who were pulled out from under the debris, were declared dead late Sunday night, they said

29 Sep 2026 8:51 am
J&K Assembly passes resolution seeking urgent restoration of full statehood

The resolution was moved by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday last week

29 Sep 2026 8:48 am
Saudi Foreign Minister arrives in United States for talks with Macro Rubio

Asked on Sunday whether military strikes could return before the elections, Trump said, Its possible, but I just dont want to say that.

29 Sep 2026 8:39 am
Student held for trespass, theft at Shiv Sena MLC Neelam Gorhe's Pune home

Police said the case was registered on the complaint of a security guard deployed at the bungalow. The FIR invokes provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) relating to theft and house trespass or house-breaking

29 Sep 2026 8:38 am
Pandal dismantling should be done mindfully

The point is that an effort has been made, awareness is on the up and we have seen action across the city.

29 Sep 2026 7:11 am
She owned the stage

Sangeet Natak Akademi awardee and Lavani icon, Shakuntala Nagarkars demise has left a massive vacuum for the fraternity, as well for countless fans like us who she drew towards the folk art form

29 Sep 2026 7:06 am
Two tigers found dead in MP; electrocution suspected in Ratapani

Two tigers were found dead in separate incidents in Madhya Pradesh on Monday. A decomposed carcass was recovered near Dahod Dam in Ratapani Tiger Reserve, where suspected electrocution is being investigated, while an 11-month-old female tiger in Kanha may have died after a territorial fight

28 Sep 2026 10:16 pm
US, Iran talks on Strait of Hormuz reopening expected to resume Monday

Mediators are working with the US and Iran on a proposal to end fighting and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, according to three officials cited by The Associated Press. The proposal could involve lifting the US blockade, easing sanctions and addressing Iran's nuclear programme

28 Sep 2026 9:22 pm
Air India CEO-designate Tewolde Gebremariam calls for stronger safety culture

Air India CEO and Managing Director-designate Tewolde Gebremariam has identified safety, operational reliability and sustainable profitability as key priorities. In his first company-wide townhall, he also highlighted network efficiency, customer service, cost discipline and sustainable growth

28 Sep 2026 9:13 pm
Poland border village on edge as Russian drone threat sparks fresh fears

Residents in eastern Poland are facing growing anxiety as drone and missile alerts disrupt daily life near the Ukrainian border. Recent attacks have prompted stronger air defences, school safety measures and renewed calls for improved civil preparedness across vulnerable communities

28 Sep 2026 8:30 pm
Seoul accuses Ukraine of breaking confidentiality deal over North Korean POWs

South Korea demanded an official apology from Ukraine after President Zelenskyy disclosed the transfer of two North Korean POWs to Seoul. The dispute centers on an alleged confidentiality agreement, amid concerns over the soldiers' safety and North Korea's growing military ties with Russia

28 Sep 2026 8:28 pm
Russia-Ukraine war: 28 injured in Kharkiv strike, two killed in Kyiv region

At least 28 people, including nine children, were injured in a Russian strike on Kharkiv, Zelenskyy said. Two people were killed in the Kyiv region. Russia said it intercepted 254 Ukrainian drones, while both sides reported damage to infrastructure and other targets.

28 Sep 2026 8:24 pm
Pune's Chakan, Hinjewadi to get Rs 1,826 cr infrastructure push

Officials said work on several projects is expected to begin from December, with the administration aiming to improve traffic management and stormwater drainage in Chakan before the next monsoon

28 Sep 2026 7:36 pm
Israeli PM Netanyahu reportedly makes secret UAE visit over Iran issue

Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu reportedly made a secret UAE visit for talks with President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed, with Iran among the key issues. Neither government confirmed the latest report, amid heightened West Asia tensions and conflicting accounts over an earlier reported visit

28 Sep 2026 7:11 pm
CBDT extends ITR filing deadline for audit taxpayers to November 21

The CBDT has extended the income-tax return filing deadline for taxpayers covered under audit provisions for AY 2026-27 from October 31 to November 21. The deadline for furnishing tax audit reports has also been extended from September 30 to October 21

28 Sep 2026 6:56 pm
Five arrested near RAF Fairford in suspected Iran-linked plot

Five men were arrested near RAF Fairford after suspicious vans and suspected explosives were found, prompting a counter-terror investigation into a possible Iran link. Authorities evacuated nearby residents while examining the vehicles and assessing the potential threat

28 Sep 2026 6:37 pm
Bengaluru: 60-year-old man killed in suspected wild elephant attack

A 60-year-old man was killed in a suspected wild elephant attack near Kengeri in Bengaluru while on a morning walk. Forest officials launched a search after CCTV captured an elephant nearby. His family and locals protested, seeking compensation and action from authorities

28 Sep 2026 4:57 pm
Delhi winter pollution plan: Construction curbs, 50 per cent WFH from Nov 1

Delhi Environment Minister announced that dust-generating demolition and outdoor civil construction activities will be prohibited from November 1, 2026, to January 31, 2027, while a complete ban on construction and demolition activities will be imposed from December 10, 2026, to January 20, 2027

28 Sep 2026 4:54 pm
Efforts on to discredit me during 90-day period: Jarange

Maratha community would oppose attempts to target him and people associated with the reservation movement, Maratha quota activist Manoj Jarange said on Monday

28 Sep 2026 4:53 pm
Latur farmers protest over drought relief, seek more crop-loss aid

The protesters demanded immediate financial assistance of Rs 1 lakh per hectare for crop losses caused by prolonged dry spells and deficient rainfall in the drought-prone Marathwada district

28 Sep 2026 4:30 pm
SpaceX Starship Flight 14 to attempt first orbital mission, deploy Starlink V3

According to SpaceX, Flight 14 will also mark the first deployment of Starlink V3 satellites into the constellation. The company says the next-generation satellites will deliver a payload designed to dramatically expand connectivity speeds and reliability around the world

28 Sep 2026 4:30 pm
Ujjain Shahi Masjid row: Police use tear gas, lathi-charge after stone-pelting

The latest incident followed similar stone-pelting and tear gas deployment earlier in the day, during which a female Station House Officer was injured. Police have registered an FIR against 10 people in connection with the unrest

28 Sep 2026 3:40 pm
Bangkok floods persist despite easing rain; residents moved to temporary shelter

Thailand's Meteorological Department said moderate to heavy rain was still expected Sunday in several parts of the country, but conditions were expected to improve by Monday. The city set up more than 200 temporary shelters, and about 3,000 people remained in them as of Sunday

28 Sep 2026 3:22 pm
Serbia President Aleksandar Vucic resigns to run for PM in October election

Vucic's second presidential term would otherwise end in May next year. He is banned by the Serbian Constitution from seeking a third term and said he was resigning to lead his right-wing Serbian Progressive Party in the October 25 ballot

28 Sep 2026 1:22 pm
Nepal avalanche: 14-member rescue team searches for 12 missing workers

A 14-member rescue team has begun searching for 12 Nepalese workers and guides who went missing after an avalanche buried a tent at Himlung Himal base camp in Nepals Manang district. Bad weather is hampering the operation

28 Sep 2026 12:45 pm