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Trump has warned the European Union of very heavy tariffs if he considers its actions hostile, as Canada and the EU move to deepen economic ties and reduce vulnerabilities amid growing uncertainty in global trade

The accused allegedly showed the victim forged documents claiming ownership of an agricultural plot at Mendhla Khurd in Ardhapur tehsil and later entered into an agreement to sell the property to him

The Kyiv City Military Administration said the attacks were recorded at more than 10 locations. A 10-year-old girl and a 12-year-old boy were among the injured, the administration said in a statement on Telegram

Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray raised issues concerning farmers, crop losses and the drought-like situation in parts of Maharashtra. He alleged that the Mahayuti government had failed to provide adequate assistance to farmers

The event, being held from September 17 to 19, will focus on industry engagement, policy direction and international partnerships. The convention will gather over 600 exhibitors, including 300 international firms, across 15,000 square metres, alongside more than 150 speakers

The operation began after suspicious movement was reported in Majalta area of Udhampur district on Wednesday evening. Joint forces subsequently launched a cordon and search operation, following which contact (exchange of gunfire) was established with the terrorists

Speaking at a review meeting of the District Development Coordination and Monitoring Committee, they said the prevailing drought-like situation warranted immediate government intervention and financial assistance for farmers

MEA Fact Check has warned against misleading social media posts claiming several world leaders, including Cyril Ramaphosa and Xi Jinping, fell ill or suffered food poisoning after the BRICS Summit in India, urging users to avoid such malicious claims.

Speaking to reporters after attending the flag-hoisting ceremony in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar on Hyderabad Muktisangram Din, also known as Marathwada Liberation Day, Fadnavis said the government had appealed to Jarange to withdraw his protest

PM Modi was born on September 17, 1950, in Gujarat's Vadnagar. He has served as the Prime Minister since May 26, 2014 - currently in his third term. He is the longest-serving continuously elected Prime Minister of the country. PM Modi is the Member of Parliament from Varanasi

The House passed the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 by 262-159 on Wednesday (local time). The Senate approved it 86-11 on August 7. Trump is expected to sign the measure, with his advisers having recommended approval

At a Democratic-led hearing on Tuesday, lawmakers said commercial interests should not eclipse concerns over repression in China. They also criticised cuts to programmes supporting human rights groups and independent information for Chinese audiences

It also mentioned officials tied to the Palestine Liberation Organization, or PLO

Diplomatically, he did not name Pakistan while speaking at the Council's meeting on the situation in Afghanistan, but listed the al-Qaida terrorist leaders behind the 9/11 attack who received its assistance and protection to drive home Islamabad's link

I look forward to continued cooperation through the United States-India Drug Policy Framework

Earlier on Wednesday, PM Modi urged leading CEOs, at a roundtable, to participate in the next phase of Indias semiconductor growth

According to the department, the incidents were reported from Hinjalikatu in the Ganjam district, Sundargarh, Bhadrak, Koraput and Kalahandi districts

It also mentioned officials tied to the Palestine Liberation Organization, or PLO

The Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) on Unified Payments Interface (UPI) transactions smacks of a back-door tax, eventual pain for harried consumers

We discussed areas of mutual interest and potential collaboration, including skills and technical education, technology and innovation, minerals, sports, tourism, and indigenous cultures and knowledge systems, Soren said in a post on X

President Droupadi Murmu, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and Union Minister Sukanta Majumdar extend birthday wishes to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, highlighting his leadership and governance

The Charge dAffaires of India in Islamabad has also been instructed to lodge a similar protest

Only 14 countries ranked below than India on the index of 145 countries

There is no question of a re-think on the issue of imposition of 0.4 per cent MDR charges on UPI transactions, government sources said on Wednesday

With nearly 100 people still trapped beneath the rubble, the disaster highlights the danger facing tens of thousands of Palestinians who continue living in an estimated 2000 structures heavily damaged by Israeli airstrikes across Gaza

The meeting followed a major Houthi offensive that seized key Red Sea coastal territory from Saudi-backed forces

A tribute to deceased Australian batsman Dean Jones on the eve of the 40th anniversary of the 1986 Tied Tests start in Chennai, where he carved an epic 210 against India

Jarange announced the decision after meeting a government delegation at Patoda in Beed district. The delegation included ministers Radhakrishna Vikhe Patil and Dada Bhuse, MLC Prasad Lad, MLA Suresh Dhas and senior government officials

This more or less has been the state of this park for the past three years.

The Raigad district administration will conduct the Seva Sankalp Abhiyan from September 17 to October 17, 2026, with camps across talukas to provide government services, update land records, process certificates and address pending forest rights claims

An Indian worker from Rajasthan lost his left leg after tiles being lifted by a crane fell on him at a construction site in Jerusalem. He is undergoing treatment at Hadassah Hospital, while the Indian embassy and his employer are helping coordinate his care and insurance

A scorching summer across Europe, marked by extreme heat, dried-up rivers and deadly wildfires, has highlighted the need for stronger climate response measures, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said as she proposed a new EU heatwave plan and firefighting fleet

The EU plans to ban social media for children under 13 and allow supervised, limited accounts for those aged 13-14. The proposed KIDS Act would also target addictive design features and impose fines on platforms that breach the new child-safety rules

At Rimbi, 128 people from 28 households were shifted to the Rimbi Gram Panchayat Kendra as a precautionary measure after landslides and flooding heightened risks to settlements. The situation remains particularly concerning around Mandir Point, where fresh landslides have been reported

Karnataka Police have transferred two personnel from Shivamogga after a video showed them lifting BJP MLA S.N. Channabasappa on their shoulders during a Ganesh immersion procession

Central Railway will introduce the first daily train service between Beed and Pune on Thursday, strengthening rail connectivity between Marathwada and western Maharashtra. The service is expected to benefit students, commuters, traders, pilgrims, and patients travelling between the two cities

The VHP has demanded the removal of Maharashtra State Minority Commission chief Pyare Khan over his visit to Nashik Central Prison and alleged interaction with Abu Salem. Khan has denied seeking Salems release and said the commission had no jurisdiction over the matter

Delhi High Court has asked the Centre whether it is considering a policy to examine social media features such as infinite scroll, autoplay, personalised feeds and notifications that may encourage prolonged user engagement. The court deferred the PIL hearing by three weeks

Saudi authorities said a drone launched by Houthi militants towards Mecca was intercepted and destroyed on Tuesday evening, before it entered the prohibited airspace over the holy city. The Houthis, however, denied targeting Mecca or any Islamic holy site

Union Home Minister Amit Shah said the action was in line with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of adopting a zero-tolerance approach towards terrorism

A gold mine collapsed in Sudans West Kordofan, killing at least 60 small-scale miners, while many others remain missing and are feared dead, survivors told AFP. Rescue efforts are being hampered by a lack of heavy machinery to clear the rubble

Maratha quota activist Manoj Jarange may call off his Mumbai march amid worsening health during his ongoing hunger strike. Doctors examining him in Patoda reported severe dehydration and very low blood pressure and blood sugar levels, and advised urgent hospitalisation

India summoned Pakistans Charge dAffaires and lodged a strong protest after a Pakistani naval ship collided with an Indian Navy unit in the North Arabian Sea, with the MEA calling the conduct unacceptable and unprofessional

A bench of Justices Nitin Wasudeo Sambre and Amit Sharma said it would hear after three weeks a public interest litigation (PIL) seeking constitution of an expert committee to examine engagement-maximising and addiction-causing design features on social media platforms

Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif condemned Saudi Arabia's reported interception of a Houthi drone near Mecca, while the Houthis denied targeting the holy city. Sharif urged maximum restraint, dialogue and diplomacy amid escalating attacks and regional tensions.

The lack of rain has caused severe moisture stress during the crucial stages of flowering and pod formation, affecting the development and filling of grains, the district collectorate said in the report. Amid the dire situation, farmers are feeding dried plants from their fields to cattle, it said

FIP has urged DGCA to withdraw temporary FDTL dispensations granted to airlines, citing concerns over pilot fatigue and six pilot deaths since 2023. The pilots' body has also sought mandatory FRMS and an independent review of pilot health trends

Israel Defence Minister Israel Katz says full-scale war in Gaza could resume if Hamas fails to disarm, while citing a plan for Palestinian migration. The comments come amid an ongoing ceasefire, continued Israeli strikes and disagreement over the future of Gaza.

In August, the security forces had launched a massive search operation along the LoC in Jammu and Kashmirs Rajouri district following the sighting of a suspected Pakistani drone along the border areas

India-New Zealand FTA clears New Zealand Parliament 93-29, moving the pact closer to implementation. The deal provides duty-free access for Indian exports, expanded services and mobility opportunities, and a USD 20 billion New Zealand investment commitment in India.