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For viewers in India, the Apple event will begin at 10:30 p.m. IST on September 9. The event will be livestreamed on Apple's website, the Apple TV app and YouTube.

COMEX gold and silver also gained. Analysts said gold could move towards 1,63,900 if it breaks 1,63,400, while silver could target 2,55,000 after crossing 2,48,800. Falling Brent crude prices, amid easing concerns over Strait of Hormuz disruptions, also supported precious metals.

Nepal's death toll from the massive Bhote Koshi River flash flood rose to 95 by Wednesday evening, with dozens of security personnel, hundreds of foreign and Nepali tourists, hydropower workers and government employees still unaccounted for.

Sadhguru said there was no official information yet about the whereabouts of those who were at the immigration centre.

The relief material, carried by a C-130J aircraft, includes temporary shelters, blankets, hygiene kits, solar lamps and medicines. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar expressed solidarity with Nepal, while India offered continued support for

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Jaggery prices have increased significantly in Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh recently. This surge is driven by a government crackdown and expected lower sugarcane availability. Consumers face higher costs for sweets as festive season approaches.

The Sensex declined 183.15 points, or 0.24 per cent, to close at 77,472.94, while the Nifty50 fell 126.80 points, or 0.52 per cent, to settle at 24,207.75.

According to Nepal News, eight bodies have so far been recovered from Nuwakot and Dhading following the massive flooding. The death toll could rise as rescue teams continue searching areas cut off by floodwaters and damaged roads.

Sugar prices rose around 15.6 per cent between July 20 and August 20, while sugar production for the current season is estimated at 306 LMT against an initial estimate of 343 LMT. The government also said only around 9 per cent of sugar was diverted for ethanol production in 2025-26, down from 12 per cent in 2022-23.

The project is expected to create more than 11,100 direct and indirect jobs over the next decade, including 3,000 direct jobs with an average annual salary of $92,600. Elon Musk said the facility could eventually feature more than a dozen launch towers and support over 30 Starship flights a day, significantly increasing access to space

The Sensex gained 236.01 points to 77,892.10, while the Nifty rose 7.40 points to 24,341.95. PSU banking stocks led sectoral gains, while metal and auto stocks lagged

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari's remarks that he can no longer work as much as before and that responsibilities should be given to the younger generation sparked speculation about his possible retirement from politics.

The US Justice Department alleged that Deloitte used undisclosed demographic targets in hiring, promotions, staffing and leadership decisions and restricted access to some training and development programmes based on race or sex

Sensex declined as much as 223 points or 0.28 per cent to hit an intraday low of 77,146 in early deals, while Nifty fell 90 points or 0.37 per cent to 24,128.

The discussions are expected to focus on boundary delimitation, border management, mechanism-building and trans-border cooperation, with both sides stressing the importance of maintaining peace and tranquillity along the Line of Actual Control (LAC).

BJP leaders accused the Congress government of diverting funds meant for Dalit and Scheduled Tribe welfare and demanded accountability and the return of the alleged misappropriated funds. The BJP said its agitation would continue.

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The Sensex declined 171.72 points, or 0.22 per cent, to settle at 77,369.11, while the Nifty fell 32.95 points, or 0.14 per cent, to close at 24,219.05.

The government has removed export restrictions on wheat flour, maida, semolina (rava), wholemeal atta and resultant atta, shifting them from the prohibited to the free export category. The restrictions were introduced in 2022 to protect domestic food security and control rising prices amid global supply disruptions following the Russia-Ukraine conflic

Anthropic acknowledged the disruption and said it had identified the cause and was working to restore normal service. Several Claude models were reportedly affected, while developers also faced failed API requests and intermittent access. The company had not provided a timeline for full recovery or confirmed the cause of the outage at the time of publication.

Authorities detected 4,155 illegal import cases between January and June, compared with 1,189 cases throughout 2025. Most cases involved international mail shipments, while hundreds were linked to travellers carrying the medicines.

The unions are demanding a five-day working week, withdrawal of the performance-linked incentive system and resolution of pending wage and pension-related issues. The UFBU has also warned of an indefinite strike from October 26 if its demands are not addressed. ATM and digital banking services may continue depending on individual banks.

New SIM card rules came into effect in India on Monday, limiting individuals to nine mobile connections, or six in Jammu and Kashmir, Assam and the North-East. Telecom operators must block excess connections and move to real-time checks by November 30, 2026.

The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust has shared captivating visuals from the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, showcasing Ram Lalla seated on a beautifully decorated swing during the Sawan celebrations. The temple has taken on a festive and devotional atmosphere, with traditional Kajri songs being performed before the deity

Onion prices have surged up to 40 percent in a week, with retail rates reaching Rs 50-60 per kg in major cities as delayed crop arrivals tighten supplies.

Rishabh Pant smashed Lahiru Kumara for a huge 95m six at SSC Stadium in Colombo, sending the ball onto the roof. The six landed on a solar panel in spectacular fashion with broadcast showing the extent of damage. The shot was impressive given Pant had to retire hurt playing the same shot on Day 1 of the IND vs SL 1st Test.

Indian benchmark indices opened higher on Monday, supported by gains in IT stocks, with Infosys and HCL Technologies among the top performers. The Sensex rose 0.27% while the Nifty gained 0.18%. However, elevated crude oil prices, West Asia tensions and volatility concerns limited the market's early gains

The probe involves allegations that candidates seeking veterinary officer posts were asked to pay bribes of Rs 70 lakh to Rs 80 lakh. Kumar, who served as KPSC Controller of Examinations until March, was not present during the search as he had reportedly travelled to Uttar Pradesh due to his father's illness.

Ajay Devgn's much-awaited Drishyam 3 has been officially titled 'Drishyam: The Conclusion', signalling the possible final chapter of the crime-thriller franchise. The makers unveiled the title along with a poster featuring Devgn, while confirming the film's theatrical release for October 2, 2026.

He criticised what he described as the Manusmriti mindset for keeping women under male control and questioned societal restrictions on women's independence, education, employment and ambitions. Gandhi also took a swipe at Prime Minister Narendra Modi over his remarks on the Jantar Mantar protests.

Anushka Ranjan and Aditya Seal welcomed twin daughters, Vira and Mahi Ranjan Seal, on August 23, 2026. The couple shared the happy news on Instagram.

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Punjab Police has busted an alleged arms-smuggling module in Amritsar, arresting two suspects and recovering 10 sophisticated pistols, magazines and live ammunition. The action comes amid an NIA probe into suspected Pakistani and Australian links to a June drone-based arms drop near the Punjab border in June this year.

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah said issues concerning the Union Territory must be resolved by New Delhi and not Washington during his meeting with US Ambassador Sergio Gor. Meanwhile, former CM Mehbooba Mufti urged Gor to review and withdraw the US travel advisory for Kashmir, saying it was hurting tourism and the livelihoods of thousands of families.

A Parliamentary Standing Committee on Home Affairs has expressed concern over the growing drug menace in Jammu and Kashmir, particularly among youth, and called for a comprehensive strategy combining strict enforcement with prevention, early intervention, de-addiction, rehabilitation and social reintegration.

Security has been intensified across parts of Jammu and Kashmir following a purported threat letter issued by the United Liberation Council, a suspected Lashkar-e-Taiba-linked shadow outfit, targeting Kashmiri Hindu employees. The communication allegedly names six employees and contains threats against government officials and police personnel. Security agencies are examining the threat, while Panun Kashmir has demanded a probe into the purported communication.

The annual Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra will remain suspended from August 9 on the Chandanwari and Baltal routes to facilitate track repairs and maintenance following recent rains. More than 4.8 lakh pilgrims have performed darshan at the Holy Cave so far. The traditional Chhari Mubarak procession will proceed through the Pahalgam route and mark the formal culmination of the 2026 pilgrimage on August 28.

J&K Police have issued a public advisory cautioning citizens that scammers are exploiting AI-powered deepfake and morphing tools to misuse publicly shared photos, videos, reels, and voice clips creating fake identities and impersonation scams that appear alarmingly authentic. The advisory urges the public to limit exposure of personal content, use masked copies of sensitive documents like Aadhaar, enable two-factor authentication, and report suspicious accounts or DMs promptly.

A high-level committee headed by retired Justice Prakash Prabhakar Navlekar will visit J&K from August 10 to 12 to conduct a ground-level assessment of demographic changes, cross-border movement, alleged infiltration, identification of foreign nationals, document verification and unusual settlement patterns. The panel is expected to visit sensitive areas along the IB and LoC, interact with officials and residents, and examine alleged movement from border districts to the interior and Kashmir Val

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has reiterated that normal relations with Pakistan can move forward only in an environment free from terrorism, hostility and violence. In the Lok Sabha, he outlined India's diplomatic and strategic measures following the Pulwama and Pahalgam terror attacks. Separately, MoS External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh said India is pursuing permanent membership of an expanded UN Security Council through bilateral and multilateral engagements.

The J&K government has ordered an immediate review of the PMAY-G 2.0 beneficiary list following complaints that several deserving rural families were wrongly excluded from the housing scheme. The Rural Development and Panchayati Raj Department has directed field officers to identify and rectify such cases, warning that officials responsible for negligence or improper verification will be held accountable.