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Donald Trump praises Indias counterdrug efforts, backs Modis measures

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

17 Sep 2026 9:37 am
PM Modi to open SEMICON India 2026 in Delhi with focus on Indias chip ecosystem

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

17 Sep 2026 9:32 am
Ganesh Visarjan: Nine killed in drowning incidents across Odisha, seven rescued

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

17 Sep 2026 9:27 am
Trump administration denies visas to Palestinian delegation for second year

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

17 Sep 2026 9:22 am
Will you levy air usage charge on flying cars?

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

17 Sep 2026 9:18 am
Australian envoy Bernard Lynch meets Hemant Soren to deepen Jharkhand ties

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

17 Sep 2026 9:04 am
PM Modi 76th birthday: President Murmu, UP CM and Ministers extend greetings

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

17 Sep 2026 8:59 am
India summons Pakistan diplomat over Navy ship collision in Arabian Sea

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

17 Sep 2026 8:54 am
India retains 131st rank in Global Gender Gap Index 2026, WEF report shows

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

17 Sep 2026 8:49 am
Congress attacks 0.4% UPI MDR on payments above Rs 2,000, calls it Modi tax

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

17 Sep 2026 8:42 am
Seven-storey building collapses in Gaza, killing 12 Palestinians and injuring 14

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

17 Sep 2026 8:35 am
US officials hold undisclosed talks with Houthis in Oman amid Red Sea tensions

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

17 Sep 2026 8:31 am
The Dean machine of Sept 1986

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

17 Sep 2026 8:23 am
Manoj Jarange calls off 20-day fast, warns of Mumbai protest if demands not met

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

17 Sep 2026 8:21 am
Dadars cleaned-up skatepark is a positive sign

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

17 Sep 2026 8:20 am
Raigad to hold Seva Setu camps from September 17 to October 17

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

16 Sep 2026 10:39 pm
Indian worker loses leg after crane accident at Jerusalem construction site

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

16 Sep 2026 9:21 pm
Europe heatwave: EU proposes new heatwave plan and firefighting aircraft fleet

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

16 Sep 2026 9:17 pm
Social media ban for children: EU proposes age-based restrictions under new rule

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

16 Sep 2026 9:15 pm
Sikkim landslides: 161 evacuated in Gyalshing amid heavy rain, flooding

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

16 Sep 2026 9:12 pm
Two Karnataka cops transferred after lifting BJP MLA during Ganpati procession

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

16 Sep 2026 8:47 pm
Beed-Pune train service: Central Railway to introduce first daily train service

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

16 Sep 2026 7:36 pm
VHP seeks Maharashtra minority panel chiefs removal over meeting with Abu Salem

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

16 Sep 2026 7:13 pm
Delhi HC asks Centre if it plans regulatory policy on social media addiction

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

16 Sep 2026 6:13 pm
India voices concern over attempted drone attack near Mecca

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

16 Sep 2026 5:26 pm
Centre declares Pakistan-based Shahzad Bhatti gang a terrorist organisation

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

16 Sep 2026 5:15 pm
Sudan gold mine collapse kills at least 60 small-scale miners

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

16 Sep 2026 5:04 pm
Manoj Jarange may call off Mumbai protest march as health deteriorates

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

16 Sep 2026 4:45 pm
Pakistani naval ship collides with Indian Navy unit, no damage reported

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

16 Sep 2026 4:28 pm
Delhi HC asks Centre about policy to regulate addictive social media features

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

16 Sep 2026 2:55 pm
Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif condemns alleged Houthi attack targeting Mecca

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.

16 Sep 2026 2:34 pm
Dharashiv goes 80 days without rain, crop losses may reach 85 per cent

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

16 Sep 2026 1:49 pm
Pilots' body urges DGCA to withdraw airline flight duty-time exemptions

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

16 Sep 2026 1:38 pm
Israel-Gaza Conflict: Defence Minister says full-scale war could resume

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.

16 Sep 2026 1:24 pm
Pakistan steps up drone activity along LoC, security agencies alert

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

16 Sep 2026 1:22 pm
India-New Zealand free trade agreement gets New Zealand Parliament approval

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.

16 Sep 2026 12:46 pm
Gujarat cyber fraud: Two held for allegedly duping Valsad man of Rs 1.46 crore

The Valsad Cyber Crime Police arrested Bhargav Solanki and Mehul Kachhua following an investigation into the case. Police said Rs 18.70 lakh of the allegedly defrauded money had been credited to Kachhuas bank account

16 Sep 2026 12:46 pm
Meerut: Several hospitalised after chlorine gas leak at Sewage Treatment Plant

The gas leak was reported from the STP premises on Tuesday evening, following which local residents were alerted and advised to exercise caution. The Pallavpuram Residents Welfare Association (RWA) appealed to people living in the vicinity to keep doors and windows closed and avoid unnecessary movement outside

16 Sep 2026 12:43 pm
Saudi air defences down Houthi drone near Mecca, coalition says

Coalition spokesman Turki Al Maliki said the security of the Two Holy Mosques and pilgrims is a red line, adding that the coalition would not hesitate to take necessary measures to deter further Houthi attacks

16 Sep 2026 11:47 am
Three killed after helicopter crashes in Los Angeles while covering accident

The incident occurred late Tuesday (local time), near the crash site in Chatsworth, where an SUV had earlier collided with a Metro bus, killing at least two people. NBC Los Angeles confirmed that its news helicopter crashed while the crew was covering the Chatsworth accident during a live shot

16 Sep 2026 11:29 am
PM Modi wishes Uttarakhand CM Dhami on birthday, praises development efforts

Born on September 16, 1975, Dhami is a BJP leader who has served as Uttarakhand Chief Minister since July 4, 2021. He has represented the Champawat Assembly constituency since 2022. Before that, he represented Khatima in the Uttarakhand Legislative Assembly from 2012 to 2022

16 Sep 2026 10:18 am
US forces destroys two Iranian boats after alleged drone seizure attempt

The surface drone remains under U.S. operational control, he added

16 Sep 2026 9:11 am
Trump administration plans USD 2.8 billion bomb deal to boost Israels military

The proposed sale is just the latest in a series of Trump administration steps to improve Israeli''s military capacity

16 Sep 2026 9:07 am
Rs 200 crore extortion case: Delhi court charges framed against Navas Kakkat

The funds were allegedly used for purchasing gifts and other valuable items for Bollywood celebrities through co-accused Pinki Irani

16 Sep 2026 9:03 am
Top military commanders meet in Germany amid Iran war tensions

It marked the inaugural summit of its kind since the United States and Israel entered a state of war with Iran more than six months ago

16 Sep 2026 8:58 am
Sergey Lavrov says Russia ready for Ukraine compromises, opposes NATO

Meanwhile, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that Kyiv is ready to halt certain strikes if Russia does the same

16 Sep 2026 8:54 am
Pregnant woman dies after UP cop allegedly kicks her; 6 suspended

Following the incident, six police personnel, including two sub-inspectors, were suspended

16 Sep 2026 8:34 am
Rajasthan police arrest Kalyan Bainsla after car hits woman biker

Sia also alleged that she was targeted because she is a woman biker

16 Sep 2026 8:31 am
Meta agrees to directly report child safety cases to Indias cybercrime portal

Meta is the first major tech intermediary to commit to establishing a direct reporting pipeline to Indian law enforcement

16 Sep 2026 8:27 am
Delhi court grants three-week interim bail to Swatantra Bhardwaj

Bhardwaj was remanded to 14 days judicial custody on September 7

16 Sep 2026 8:23 am