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The two leaders reaffirmed their commitment to advancing the India-US Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership and discussed regional and international issues, including efforts to promote global peace and security. They also agreed to remain in close contact.

US President Donald Trump claimed Iran's military is destroyed and predicted a swift US victory in the conflict, asserting near-total control over the Strait of Hormuz.

US President Donald Trump plans to officially rename artificial intelligence as superintelligence and supports industry self-regulation to maintain US technological leadership.

Rare earths and critical minerals, areas where Chinese dominance has become a major American vulnerability, remain unresolved. Semiconductors and electric vehicles were excluded from the tariff arrangement.

Maharashtra FDA Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe has confirmed that Shah Rukh Khan, Ajay Devgn and Tiger Shroff have responded to the notices issued by the Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regarding their Vimal Elaichi advertisement.

WhatsApp users have been left wondering whether they will soon have to pay 14 paise to send a message, but the new pricing change is only for businesses using WhatsApp's Business Platform, not regular users.

New AI row highlights incidents involving OpenAI, Anthropic and Google models, including sandbox escapes, credential theft, production-data access and malicious code activity.

Four CISF personnel, including an assistant commandant and a sub-inspector, were killed in a firing incident at a CISF camp at the Sewa-II Hydroelectric Power Project in Basohli, Kathua, on Tuesday. A CISF head constable, who allegedly opened fire on his colleagues with his service weapon, was taken into custody.

Ladakh has taken a major step towards promoting commercial floriculture as Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena flagged off the first air consignment of 15,000 A-grade Lilium stems from Leh to national markets. Cultivated at an altitude of 10,600 feet, the flowers will be marketed in Delhi, Mumbai and Chandigarh, with the initiative aimed at creating sustainable livelihoods and new economic opportunities in the region.

Sensex and Nifty opened flat on Wednesday as foreign investors sold equities for the fourth straight day amid mixed global signals.

President Trump announced the reclassification of Artificial Intelligence to Super Intelligence. He stated that an official document would be signed to formalize this change. The meeting included major tech executives, focusing on collaboration with local communities for data centres.

Veteran producer Vashu Bhagnani's hospitalisation comes days after the Income Tax Department conducted searches at 12 locations in Mumbai linked to the producer, his daughter-in-law and actor Rakul Preet Singh, and Panorama Studios.

New regulations on UPI transactions, LPG Aadhaar authentication and tax deadlines will come into effect from October 1.

Apple Pay has officially launched in India, allowing users to make secure contactless payments through iPhone, iPad and Apple Watch. At launch, eligible Axis Bank Visa and Mastercard credit cards can be added to Apple Wallet and used at supported stores, apps and websites.

Stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra has approached the Supreme Court seeking to intervene in a case concerning the scope of legislative privileges and their impact on freedom of speech. His plea comes amid privilege proceedings against him before the Maharashtra Legislature over remarks made during his comedy show

Groww has started rolling out US stock investing on its platform after securing a GIFT City licence for global investments. Partnering with Alpaca Securities, the platform will allow users to invest in over 10,000 US-listed stocks and ETFs, including major technology companies, with fractional investing options

Rohit Sharma suffered a scary slip while getting off India's team bus after the West Indies ODI, but walked away without any reported injury.

The Congress-led UDF suffered a setback in Kerala's local body byelections, with its tally falling from 22 to 19 seats, while the LDF increased its tally from 15 to 18 after winning seven UDF-held wards. The UDF captured four LDF seats, while Twenty20 retained its lone ward.

The Supreme Court on Monday said that social media intermediaries allowing minors to open accounts must conform to the law of the land, telling the Centre to remedy the situation within its statutory framework; otherwise, a direction from the court would follow.

Gold and silver prices in India witnessed a sharp drop during early trading hours on Tuesday. Check retail rates of the precious metals in top metro cities of the country.

HC has overturned an FSSAI directive preventing Red Bull from using the term energy drink on its caffeinated beverages, citing violation of natural justice principles. The court said the company was not given a chance to respond before the order was issued and directed the regulator to reconsider the matter

The Jammu and Kashmir Police busted an alleged fake currency printing gang in Jammu and arrested three persons from a rented accommodation in Chowadhi. Police recovered counterfeit notes with a face value of Rs 13,500, along with a printing machine, paper cutter, ink bottles and other materials used in the alleged operation.

The officials, one posted in the MHA's Foreigners Division and another in a Pay and Accounts Office, are being investigated for possible involvement in similar cases. The MHA has reiterated its zero-tolerance policy towards corruption and said FCRA services are available through its official online portal.

Urvashi Rautela's team has announced that it is pursuing legal remedies against an unnamed Los Angeles-based AI company over the alleged unauthorised use of her name, images and videos. The team said damages are currently being assessed at Rs 7,000 crore and warned the company against using Urvashi's identity without permission.

Sensex fell 242.65 points to 72,529.07 and Nifty closed at 22,716.20 as firm crude and volatile bond yields weighed on Indian shares for a second session.

The company said the notice lacks merit and is not sustainable on factual, legal or procedural grounds, and plans to contest it. Eureka Forbes also said it does not expect any material impact on its financials or operations. Its shares closed 2.33% lower at Rs 361.90 on the BSE.

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The Xi-Trump summit highlighted a shift toward managed strategic competition, with cooperation on trade, AI, Iran and waterways. The meeting suggests a more contested and multipolar international order, with China, the US, India and other powers seeking greater influence over global rules

Gold and silver prices dropped up to 1% on MCX due to elevated US yields and US-Iran geopolitical tensions.

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan dazzled in a black velvet gown and tiara at Paris Fashion Week, but her interaction with Celine Dion also stole attention. Following Celine's surprise performance beneath the Eiffel Tower, Aishwarya hugged and kissed the singer

Sharad Pawar ruled out NCP(SP) joining the NDA or merging with another party, saying those who want to join his party are welcome. He also discussed Maharashtra's drought situation and urged party workers to learn AI for future political and election-related work.

Iran's Civil Aviation Organization has filed a protest with ICAO against US restrictions on its aviation sector and is seeking restoration of suspended flight routes. Iran said it submitted documents on disruptions and also filed a complaint at the ICJ.

CBDT has extended the deadline for filing the Return of Income from October 31, 2026, to November 21, 2026 for taxpayers covered under the specified audit category.

Ai+ has launched the NovaTab and Nova LapTab in India, expanding into the tablet segment with 5G connectivity, Android 16 and nxtQ OS. The NovaTab targets students and everyday use, while the Nova LapTab focuses on productivity with a larger display, stylus and keyboard support.

A 24-week multicentre clinical trial found Ashwagandha well tolerated with no liver or kidney injury in healthy adults post-COVISHIELD vaccination.

The Sensex plunged 1,124.02 points, or 1.52 per cent, to close at 72,771.72, while the Nifty declined 360.25 points, or 1.56 per cent, to settle at 22,780.25. Selling pressure was broad-based, with losses extending across large-cap, mid-cap and small-cap stocks.

A video of former Indian cricketer Vinod Kambli from a Thane care facility has drawn concern among fans. In the clip, Kambli spoke about receiving love and care at Nidan while praising its facilities. The former batsman has faced health challenges in recent years, including hospitalisation in 2024 due to multiple medical complications.

The J&K Anti-Corruption Bureau has registered two FIRs against former Baramulla Assistant Director Sheeba Inayat over alleged diversion and misappropriation of government food grains and accumulation of assets disproportionate to her known sources of income. The ACB has alleged a wrongful loss of Rs 2.61 crore in the foodgrain case and recovered incriminating material during searches of her residential and office premises.

A Special NIA court in Jammu has issued non-bailable warrants against Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba commanders Saifullah alias Sajid Jatt and Khalid alias Lala Huzaifa in the ongoing Pahalgam terror case. The NIA has accused the two of remotely operating terror networks, supplying arms and funds, and directing operatives in Jammu and Kashmir. The warrants were issued after the agency informed the court that both accused were in Pakistan.

Shriya Gupta and Vishal Thapar have become the first sabre fencers from Jammu and Kashmir to be selected for the Asian Games, while J&K Police officer Dushyant Sharma has been appointed as a Prevention of Manipulation of Competitions Officer for the Indian contingent at the Aichi-Nagoya Games.

BJP seeks month-long session, accuses NC government of undermining legislative accountability; Omar hits back, says BJP-ruled states have held even shorter sessions

Jammu and Kashmir Police have busted a Lashkar-e-Taiba-linked terror module in Rajouri with the arrest of three overground workers. Investigators said the accused were allegedly providing logistical support and facilitating the movement of terrorists in the Pir Panjal region.

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has challenged the BJP to introduce the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill in Parliament if it has the numbers to pass it, questioning the move to implement the legislation through individual states. His remarks came after Union Home Minister Amit Shah said BJP-led NDA governments in 21 states would introduce the UCC before 2029.

The poster of Ladakhi feature film 'Birds on Ice' was released at PVR Leh by Chief Secretary Ashish Kundra. Directed by Sahil H. Shah, the film has been selected for the 'A Window on Asian Cinema' section of the 31st Busan International Film Festival, where it will have its world premiere in October 2026.

Displaced Kashmiri Pandits across the world are observing September 14 as Balidan Diwas to honour those who lost their lives during decades of terrorism in Kashmir, with special tribute being paid to BJP leader Tika Lal Taploo, who was assassinated on September 14, 1989. The occasion also brings renewed focus on the community's long-standing demands for rehabilitation, employment, relief and a separate homeland.

With the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly's autumn session set to begin on September 21, the post of Deputy Speaker remains vacant nearly two years after the Omar Abdullah-led government assumed office. The BJP has been demanding that the post be offered to the principal opposition party in line with legislative convention.

Ladakh may get a sui generis governance model with a directly elected UT-level body and special constitutional safeguards under a proposed Article 371 provision. Chief Secretary Ashish Kundra said the model would have legislative, executive and financial powers, while protecting Ladakh's land, natural resources, culture and environment.

Handwara Police, along with the 21 Rashtriya Rifles and 92 Battalion CRPF, busted a Hizbul Mujahideen terror module in north Kashmir by arresting an ex-terrorist allegedly operating as a hybrid terrorist. The accused, identified as Manzoor Ahmad Bhat, was arrested from Handwara town, with a Chinese-made pistol, two magazines, and 16 rounds of ammunition recovered from his possession.

Jammu and Kashmir's para-archery star Sheetal Devi clinched her maiden individual World Archery Para Series title in Ahmedabad, defeating Kazakhstan's Aizada Seidan in a dramatic shoot-off. The reigning world champion held her nerve to fire an inner 10 after the final ended 144-144, continuing her remarkable rise as one of India's brightest para-sport stars.

Days after the conclusion of Jammu and Kashmir Police's 100-day Nasha Mukti Abhiyan, a probationer sub-inspector posted in Kathua's Hiranagar was allegedly caught consuming heroin. The incident has raised questions about drug abuse within the police force, particularly as several police personnel have previously faced arrest, dismissal or termination in narcotics-related cases.