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US President warns Iran could face annihilation if no peace deal is reached

US President Donald Trump warned Iran during his UN General Assembly address that it could face annihilation if a peace deal is not reached. He also discussed the Strait of Hormuz, US military operations, Irans nuclear programme and American defence capabilities

22 Sep 2026 10:33 pm
Trump at UNGA: US will build two major military bases in Greenland

US President Donald Trump said during his UN General Assembly address that Washington would build two major military bases in Greenland under a planned agreement with Denmark and Greenland. Trump said the arrangement would expand US security authority and restrict military activity by American adversaries

22 Sep 2026 10:21 pm
PMC intensifies fire safety checks, inspects 129 establishments in five days

According to the officials, PMC inspected establishments across the city following directions from Municipal Commissioner Nilkantheshwar Ram to ensure compliance with fire safety regulations

22 Sep 2026 9:26 pm
Trump at UN General Assembly: US President arrives in New York for speech

US President Donald Trump has arrived at the United Nations headquarters in New York for his General Assembly address. His speech is expected to focus on the Iran war, Gaza diplomacy, Ukraine, US foreign policy and his administrations approach to global conflicts

22 Sep 2026 8:42 pm
Jammu: Three held after woman found hanging at home, family alleges foul play

Sushma Devi, a resident of Sai Sardari village of Arnia and mother of two minor children, was found hanging in her room on Monday, leading to protests by her parents and villagers who alleged that she was murdered by her husband and in-laws

22 Sep 2026 7:50 pm
New York airports recover after FAA communications outage causes havoc

New York-area airports continued to see delays and cancellations after an FAA communications outage in Philadelphia disrupted flights across the Northeast. Newark was hardest hit, while the FAA worked to clear a backlog after damaged primary and backup lines were repaired

22 Sep 2026 7:43 pm
SC calls cancer drug overpricing broad daylight dacoity, flags 10-fold MRP

The observations came when the apex court was hearing two petitions which raised drug-related issues, including that of ensuring strict price control over medicines

22 Sep 2026 7:31 pm
Over 100 days of internet shutdown in PoK amid protests, rights concerns

Internet and mobile services in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir have remained disrupted for over 100 days amid protests and political unrest. The shutdown has affected banking, business, education and access to information, while HRCP has raised concerns over rights and civic freedoms

22 Sep 2026 7:30 pm
Russia-Ukraine War: Four killed in overnight strikes as Zelenskyy heads to UNGA

Russia and Ukraine exchanged fresh missile and drone strikes, killing civilians and damaging infrastructure on both sides. As Zelenskyy visits New York for UNGA, he is seeking US and international support for de-escalation, air defence and secure Black Sea trade

22 Sep 2026 7:29 pm
Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train corridor gets high-speed movable crossings

At speeds above 250-300 kmph, conventional fixed crossings can create higher dynamic forces because of the gap at the crossing nose. The project details state that this discontinuity can increase vibration and structure-borne noise while accelerating wear on wheel flanges and crossing components

22 Sep 2026 6:29 pm
SC stays execution of man sentenced to death for assaulting three minors

The high court had said that three minors were subjected to aggravated penetrative sexual assault repeatedly over a period of one year and they were aged six, seven and eight respectively. It had said the convict did not deserve any leniency

22 Sep 2026 6:28 pm
Haryana ATS arrests seven in alleged international narco-terror network case

Haryana ATS has arrested seven accused while investigating an alleged international narco-terror network linked to a firing at a Panchkula club. Police recovered pistols, ammunition, 529 grams of suspected heroin, cash counting machines and mobile phones during the probe

22 Sep 2026 5:43 pm
DGCA closely monitors SpiceJets finances and operations, says Aviation Minister

The government and DGCA are closely monitoring SpiceJets financial and operational performance, with passenger safety as the top priority. The airline is working to restore capacity and financial stability while exploring support under the expanded ECLGS 5.0 scheme

22 Sep 2026 5:20 pm
Delhi Police detain 191 foreign nationals amid 'Operation Vista 1.0'

Delhi Police detained 191 foreign nationals during a month-long Operation Vista 1.0 aimed at verifying immigration status and identifying suspected links to criminal and drug networks. The operation also targeted facilitators allegedly providing shelter, forged documents and other assistance

22 Sep 2026 4:47 pm
Iran President Pezeshkian heads to UNGA 2026, calls for global trust and peace

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian is set to address UNGA 2026, calling for global solidarity, peace and restoration of trust. His visit comes amid Iran-US tensions, regional conflicts and continued international scrutiny over Tehrans nuclear programme and regional policies

22 Sep 2026 4:47 pm
Sharjeel Imam gets interim bail to attend cousins wedding from Oct 4-10

Delhi court has granted interim bail to student activist Sharjeel Imam from October 4 to 10 to attend his cousins wedding. Imam is facing prosecution in the 2020 North-East Delhi riots larger conspiracy case under the UAPA and other penal provisions

22 Sep 2026 4:09 pm
India-US trade talks moving fast and in good direction, says Piyush Goyal

Union Minister Piyush Goyal said India-US trade talks are progressing quickly and in a positive direction. The negotiations come amid new US sanctions targeting Russia and potential tariffs on major Russian oil buyers, including India and China

22 Sep 2026 3:54 pm
MLC elections 2026: 28 seats in Bihar, Maharashtra, Karnataka, UP to vote Oct 23

The elections will be held on October 23, with polling scheduled from 8 am to 4 pm. Counting of votes will take place on October 27, while the election process will be completed by October 31

22 Sep 2026 3:04 pm
NTA overhaul: Centre details reforms, security measures before Supreme Court

The Centre told the Supreme Court that NTA reforms are underway, including a functional-vertical structure, new senior officers and stronger security. A task force is also examining a possible NEET-UG shift to computer-based testing and a nationwide CBT infrastructure strategy

22 Sep 2026 2:36 pm
California declares state of emergency ahead of potential historic El Nino

California has declared a state of emergency as forecasters warn a strengthening El Nio could become the strongest on record. The state is preparing for winter storms, flooding and landslides, while ECLAC warns a severe event could cause major economic losses across Latin America

22 Sep 2026 2:05 pm
Jamui harassment case: Main accused shot in leg during police encounter

The main accused in the alleged harassment of a minor girl in Bihars Jamui was shot in the leg during a police encounter, police sources said. Authorities have registered a POCSO case, arrested several accused and launched further investigations into the viral video incident.

22 Sep 2026 2:02 pm
Rahul Gandhis call prompts Congress veteran Rahul Bondre to drop BJP switch

The last-minute reversal has delivered a significant psychological blow to the BJP in Buldhana district, particularly to incumbent Chikhli MLA Shweta Mahale, whose camp had meticulously orchestrated Bondres entry into the party fold

22 Sep 2026 1:24 pm
Bihar BJP Chief Sanjay Saraogi condemns Jamui molestation incident

Bihar BJP chief Sanjay Saraogi condemned the alleged molestation of a Class 10 girl in Jamui and said those revealing the minor victims identity would face action. He said three people have been arrested and police are conducting raids to catch the main accused.

22 Sep 2026 1:21 pm
India warns nationals against seeking jobs through Malaysia visa-free entry

The High Commission urged Indians travelling to Malaysia as tourists to strictly comply with the conditions of their stay and warned them against taking up employment while travelling on a tourist entry

22 Sep 2026 1:12 pm
Rajya Sabha polls for 12 seats in UP, Uttarakhand, West Bengal on October 16

The polls will cover 10 Rajya Sabha seats in Uttar Pradesh and one in Uttarakhand, where the terms of the sitting members are ending on November 25. A separate by-election will be held for one vacant Rajya Sabha seat in West Bengal

22 Sep 2026 1:09 pm
At least four wounded in shooting near high school in Western Turkiye

A gunman opened fire near a vocational high school in Turgutlu, Manisa province, western Trkiye, wounding at least four people, mostly students, according to local media. Police and medical teams responded, while the motive remained unknown.

22 Sep 2026 1:02 pm
I believe in a free press: Zohran Mamdani tells Donald Trump

Mamdani said his approach to the media was to engage with journalists across the political spectrum and respond to their questions regardless of their coverage

22 Sep 2026 12:45 pm
White House launches Trump TV, 24/7 stream featuring Trump speeches, updates

The platform, which is being streamed through the White House's digital channels, was launched as the Trump administration faces a legal dispute with CNN, MS NOW and Politico over restrictions on their access to the White House

22 Sep 2026 12:28 pm
Macron says France, US agree to act together on energy markets, Strait of Hormuz

In a post on X after his meeting with Trump, Macron said the two countries had agreed to coordinate their efforts on energy markets and the security of critical infrastructure

22 Sep 2026 10:51 am
Japan typhoon: Two dead, 46,000 households without power near Tokyo

The typhoon moved away from Japans coast and out into the Pacific by morning, allowing authorities to lift or downgrade most heavy rain and landslide warnings

22 Sep 2026 10:37 am
Ketan Agarwal's father suspects Siya's family role in alleged murder conspiracy

Speaking to PTI Videos on Monday, Ketan's father Vishal Agarwal said he had not yet gone through the chargesheet filed in the case and would comment on its contents after obtaining a copy from the court

22 Sep 2026 10:23 am
US Northeast flights resume after FAA communications outage disrupts Newark

Hundreds of flights were cancelled, including more than 600 into and out of Newark Liberty International Airport, as the outage hit every major airport in the New York City area on Monday

22 Sep 2026 9:48 am
India, Visegrad Group agree to boost political, economic and defence cooperation

The first meeting of the foreign ministers of the Visegrad Group and India was held on Monday on the margins of the 81st session of the UN General Assembly.

22 Sep 2026 9:43 am
Jaishankar holds key bilateral meetings with foreign ministers on UNGA sidelines

Jaishankar arrived in New York City on Sunday, leading the Indian delegation for the 81st session of the UN General Assembly. His engagements on Monday commenced with a meeting with French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot

22 Sep 2026 9:40 am
Trump meets Mamdani in New York, talks housing, affordability and city issues

The president, appearing with Mamdani after their meeting, reminisced about his previous visits to the official residence of the city's mayors and recalled great ones and some not so great ones who have led the city in the past

22 Sep 2026 9:36 am
Google fined USD 463 million for breaching EU rule on location data

Ireland is the lead regulator for Google in the 27-nation EU because the US tech giant''s European headquarters is based in Dublin

22 Sep 2026 9:32 am
Wandercraft unveils Eve, first FDA-cleared self-balancing personal exoskeleton

Unlike traditional crutches or walkers, Eve uses AI-powered dynamic balancing technology to maintain physical stability, enabling users to stand, walk, and handle everyday tasks like cooking or carrying objects hands-free.

22 Sep 2026 9:29 am
Experimental CRISPR therapy cuts bad cholesterol by over 50 per cent for a year

By using CRISPR technology to deactivate the ANGPTL3 gene in the liver, the single-dose treatment also reduced triglycerides by 47.8 per cent

22 Sep 2026 9:27 am
Injured pelican taps on NOAA office door seeking help from Florida biologists

The bird was entangled in six feet of fishing line, with a treble hook embedded in its wing and cactus spines in its foot.

22 Sep 2026 9:26 am
Rajiv Kumar opposes UPI transaction fees, calls digital payments a public good

Kumar said that he is not in favour of charging any fee from merchants for using UPI for any transaction value, and the government should treat it as a public good with extensive positive externalities.

22 Sep 2026 9:23 am
Sonia Gandhi electoral roll case: Delhi court sets aside order refusing probe

The bench was hearing a revision plea against the magisterial courts order on a complaint filed by advocate Vikas Tripathi, vice president of the Central Delhi Court Bar Association.

22 Sep 2026 9:21 am
Bihar Jamui harassment case: Three arrested, search on for other accused

The video, which purportedly shows the two being harassed by a group of people, has drawn criticism on social media as well as from political leaders.

22 Sep 2026 9:18 am
Pune weather update: Thunderstorms bring relief after days of dry weather

Scattered showers, thunderstorms hit pockets of city, with more relief likely over next few days

22 Sep 2026 9:06 am
Ice Cream Cone Day 2026: Enjoy these unique scoops with a desi spin in Mumbai

As Americans celebrate Ice Cream Cone Day, we give the cone a desi spin with some of Mumbais quirkiest takes

22 Sep 2026 8:58 am
Keeping communities alive

A new heritage gallery in Kolkata to preserve the legacy of its resident Chinese population makes for a solid case that can be replicated in Mumbai to salute the contribution of its multiple communities

22 Sep 2026 8:21 am
Mid-Day Opinion: Safety must be right on top of visarjan activities

Artificial ponds have been a fairly recent addition on the festival landscape

22 Sep 2026 8:16 am
Mobile retailers seek UPI MDR exemption, warn 0.4% charge could raise costs

All India Mobile Retailers Association has urged the Finance Ministry to exempt small and medium mobile retailers from any proposed UPI Merchant Discount Rate. AIMRA said a 0.4% charge could increase costs for retailers already operating on thin margins

21 Sep 2026 10:33 pm
Imran Khans three sisters detained in Pakistan

Imran Khans sisters Uzma Khan and Noreen Niazi were detained for 30 days in Lahore under Pakistans MPO law, following Aleema Khans detention. The actions come ahead of PTIs planned September 27 protest, while the detentions have been challenged in the Lahore High Court

21 Sep 2026 8:20 pm
Two injured after tanker in Strait of Hormuz hit by unknown projectile

The incident came three days after the UKMTO reported that another tanker had been hit by an unknown projectile in the Strait of Hormuz, causing a fire onboard. All crew in that incident were reported safe

21 Sep 2026 7:46 pm
Ram Temple donation row: SIT probe complete; chargesheet soon, says UP govt

The Uttar Pradesh government told the Supreme Court that the SIT probing alleged financial irregularities in Ram Temple donations and offerings has substantially completed its investigation. The government said the chargesheet will be filed within two days, before the September 25 deadline

21 Sep 2026 7:02 pm