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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
Maharashtra man held with Rs 67 lakh cash at Howrah station, probe launched

A Maharashtra man was arrested by the Railway Protection Force at Howrah station after officials allegedly found Rs 67 lakh in cash in his bag. The man reportedly said he was carrying the money to buy gold and silver in Kolkata

21 Sep 2026 6:44 pm
Delhi Police detain nine foreign nationals over expired visas, missing documents

Several from those detained were found with expired visas or without valid documents and were referred to the FRRO for restriction and deportation proceedings, while others were exempted due to ongoing court cases, officials said

21 Sep 2026 6:29 pm
Southwest monsoon has withdrawn from Rajasthan, Punjab and Haryana: IMD

According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the withdrawal line currently passes through Jaisalmer, Nagaur, Sikar, Rohtak, Patiala and Gurdaspur

21 Sep 2026 6:21 pm
Three South Korean officers injured in landmine explosion during DMZ search

Three South Korean military officers were injured in a suspected landmine explosion during a search operation in the DMZ. Two sustained serious wounds, including one who lost an ankle. Authorities are investigating whether the mine was North Korean or South Korean in origin.

21 Sep 2026 5:57 pm
Three arrested after viral video shows alleged harassment of minor girl, boy

Three people have been arrested in Bihar's Jamui after a video purportedly showing a minor boy and girl being harassed by a group went viral. Police have identified around seven alleged perpetrators and formed an SIT to trace the remaining accused

21 Sep 2026 5:24 pm
Kailash Vijayvargiyas comment on woman councillor triggers political row in MP

Madhya Pradesh Minister Kailash Vijayvargiya faces criticism after a viral video showed him commenting on woman councillor Sandhya Yadavs appearance at an Indore event. Congress leaders condemned the remark and demanded an apology, while calls for action followed

21 Sep 2026 5:23 pm
Maharashtra: Beed left with fodder for just 100 days due to poor monsoon

While Ambajogai has adequate fodder stocks, supplies in Ashti, Dharur, Gevrai, Kaij, Majalgaon, Shirur and Wadwani are expected to last between 21 and 76 days, according to a Beed Collectors Office report

21 Sep 2026 5:14 pm
Bihar: Six children drown while bathing in floodwaters in Bhagalpur's Sultanagan

Six children drowned while bathing in floodwaters near Tareta village in Bihar's Bhagalpur district, officials said. The children, reportedly from Dudhailla village, were found dead after local residents launched a search operation and informed police

21 Sep 2026 4:58 pm
BJP workers protest water shortage for idol immersion in Telangana

Tensions erupted at Chintakunta canal in Telangana's Karimnagar on September 21 as BJP workers and Hindu organisations protested over water shortage for Ganesh idol immersion. Police intervened, detained protesters and shifted them to nearby police stations

21 Sep 2026 4:12 pm
UK flight disruptions hits Scotland, Northern Ireland and Northern England

Flights across Scotland, Northern Ireland and northern England faced delays Monday after a technical issue at NATSs Prestwick center. NATS said London and airports south of Manchester were broadly unaffected, while EasyJet called for action to strengthen system resilience

21 Sep 2026 4:11 pm
Four injured after multiple explosions hit Aleppo army site in Syria

At least four people were injured after a series of explosions at an army site near Al-Eis in Aleppo, northern Syria. Authorities said an ammunition depot was involved, while civil defence teams evacuated families and remained on high alert as blasts continued

21 Sep 2026 4:03 pm
India-New Zealand FTA to come into force on October 20, 2026: Piyush Goyal

The India-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement will come into force on October 20, 2026, with 100% of Indian exports receiving duty-free access to New Zealand. The deal aims to deepen economic ties and help expand bilateral goods and services trade in coming years

21 Sep 2026 2:58 pm
Xi Jinping to visit US on September 23-25 at Trumps invitation, China confirm

Chinese President Xi Jinping will visit the United States from September 23-25 at Donald Trumps invitation. The leaders are expected to discuss trade, tariffs, artificial intelligence and Taiwan, while Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng leads economic consultations with US officials

21 Sep 2026 2:18 pm
Taliban condemns Pakistan airstrikes in Kunar, Paktika, warns of retaliation

Taliban spokesperson Zabihullah Mujahid condemned Pakistans reported airstrikes in Afghanistans Kunar and Paktika provinces, saying three people were killed and four injured. He warned of an appropriate response as cross-border tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan continue to escalate.

21 Sep 2026 1:47 pm
Japan braces for Typhoon Dujuan; minor impact to Asian Games venues expected

India won silver in the mens 10m air rifle team event at the Asian Games 2026, with Rudrankksh Patil, Parth Mane and Himanshu Dhillon scoring 1890.1. Meanwhile, Typhoon Dujuan approached Japans Pacific coast, prompting weather warnings and the postponement of equestrian eventing.

21 Sep 2026 1:29 pm
Heavy rain triggers flash floods across Keralam; rescue operations underway

Heavy rains continue to batter Kerala, triggering landslides and flash floods in Idukki, Malappuram and other districts. Several people have died, homes have been damaged and evacuations continue, while NDRF and rescue teams search for the missing.

21 Sep 2026 1:04 pm
Delhi Police arrests three in APK-based cyber fraud syndicate case

During the investigation, the police team analysed the money trail, banking records and technical evidence. The probe traced Rs 4 lakh out of the total Rs 6.57 lakh proceeds of crime through two transactions to two credit cards linked to the accused

21 Sep 2026 11:59 am
Drug fight should begin from Mundra Port, not Punjab: Arvind Kejriwal

Kejriwal's response shifted the political focus from drug abuse within Punjab to alleged supply routes and the movement of narcotics through ports

21 Sep 2026 11:45 am
DUSU polls: CJPs Abhijeet Dipke alleges money power in student elections

Asked about the DUSU polls, Dipke told reporters on Sunday evening, ''Money works in elections and nothing else. Those who campaign in DU come in Rolls Royce, which is worth crores of rupees. They come in Audi, BMW. So money works there''

21 Sep 2026 11:26 am
Dengue deaths rise to 87 in Bangladesh in September, cases cross 61,000

Six more dengue deaths were confirmed in the 24 hours ending at 8:00 a.m. local time on Sunday in Bangladesh, bringing the total number of fatalities in the country so far this year to 184, said the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS)

21 Sep 2026 11:24 am
Houthis report 28 Saudi airstrikes in Yemen amid renewed fighting

Houthi military spokesperson Yahya Sarea said on Sunday that the strikes targeted Taiz, Marib and Al-Jawf provinces. The claim has not been independently verified, and Saudi authorities had not immediately commented on the figures

21 Sep 2026 11:22 am
Delhi: Class 6 girl allegedly assaulted inside Sadar Bazar shop, man held

Police said preliminary facts that emerged during the enquiry indicated that the minor had stepped out of her house at around 11 p.m. to purchase stationery items. During this time, she was allegedly lured into a nearby shop by the accused, where she was restrained and sexually assaulted

21 Sep 2026 11:12 am
Jalgaon: Stone-pelting during Ganesh immersion procession, 2-3 injured

The incident took place late on Sunday in Raver town when an argument over the blocking of a road escalated into a confrontation between two groups. The dispute occurred while a family was proceeding with the immersion of a household Ganesh idol

21 Sep 2026 11:12 am
Italy PM Meloni plans school ban on burqas, niqabs; cap on foreign students

Speaking at Fenix, a youth event organised by her Brothers of Italy party in Rome on Sunday, Meloni said the government would soon present a measure to the Council of Ministers covering the proposed changes

21 Sep 2026 10:43 am
We have to choose to be hopeful: Antonio Guterres prepares for final UNGA

The 81st session of the UN General Assembly is being held under the theme Restoring trust, managing transformation: A United Nations that delivers for all. Bangladesh's Khalilur Rahman is presiding over the session

21 Sep 2026 10:27 am
Patna-Delhi flight cancelled: Air India Express IX1348 cancelled for Sept 21-22

Patna Airport authorities confirmed that the Air India Express team had informed them about the cancellation, citing operational reasons. No further details regarding the nature of the operational issue were immediately available

21 Sep 2026 10:02 am
NDRF search for missing woman as death toll rises to five in Malappuram

Revenue Minister A P Anilkumar, who is camping at the spot, said two bodies were recovered on Sunday night, while three more were recovered after the search resumed on Monday morning

21 Sep 2026 9:56 am
Jodhpur operation: Two alleged Lawrence gang shooters arrested by AGTF

The arrested accused have been identified as Jaskaran Singh alias Karan, Sunny and Katta, a resident of Harsingh Raynagar in Fazilka, and Rajinder alias Billa, a resident of Baluana in Abohar

21 Sep 2026 9:50 am
EAM S Jaishankar briefed on India-Switzerland-Liechtenstein ties in Zurich

Ambassador Kumar warmly welcomed Jaishankar at the airport. The ambassador also briefed the External Affairs Minister on the latest developments in relations involving India, Switzerland and Liechtenstein, including recent high-level visits

21 Sep 2026 9:23 am
Ganeshotsav 2026: Indulge in these unique festive creations in Mahim

The Maska Bakerys new menu gives their maska and mawa cakes a Ganeshotsav makeover

21 Sep 2026 9:17 am
Delhi SIR: Advani, Jaishankar, Dhankhar among voters issued discrepancy notices

Debroy, who was a voter in the New Delhi assembly constituency, died in November 2024.

21 Sep 2026 8:47 am