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Ukrainian forces launched a massive overnight barrage of over 1,000 drones, including hundreds aimed at Moscow in what officials called the largest attack on the Russian capital yet, killing two people, injuring 20, and damaging an oil refinery and residential building.

Frances Emmanuel Macron and Canadas Mark Carney will meet in Saint-Pierre-et-Miquelon to deepen economic and security ties as Ottawa seeks to reduce its dependence on the US. Talks will focus on energy, critical minerals, defence and advanced technologies, with Europe looking to Canada for LNG amid disruptions in global energy markets.

Defence Minister of State Sanjay Seth said India has significantly increased defence production and exports over the past decade and is now supplying equipment to several countries. Speaking at the Suryakiran air show in Meerut, he linked the growth to the governments Swadeshi and Aatmanirbhar Bharat push and urged youngsters to consider careers in the armed forces.

A recent survey reveals Gen Z youth view Israel highly in diplomatic and defense partnerships. Israel ranks third in defense cooperation, ahead of the United States and France. Forty-one percent of respondents consider Israel a key diplomatic partner for India. Cultural narratives and podcasts are reshaping perceptions of India's allies. Defense and technological innovation are key drivers of this generational shift.

Rajya Sabha MP and senior advocate Kapil Sibal criticised Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar after receiving a notice questioning his voter registration details. Sibal said he had completed the verification process with local officials and questioned why he was served a notice, warning that voter-list deletions could reach the Supreme Court.

A New York project set a U.S. marine energy record using underwater turbines. These turbines generated electricity from the East River's tidal currents. Tidal power offers predictable energy generation, unlike solar and wind sources. Global coastlines hold vast, underutilized potential for tidal energy production. However, high costs and engineering challenges remain significant hurdles for widespread adoption.

Indias exports are gaining ground across key markets, with shipments to four core BRICS economies rising 34% to $19.9 billion in April-August 2026-27. China and South Africa led the growth, while exports to Japan, Italy and South Korea also rose sharply, pointing to a broader expansion in Indias export footprint.

Indias Varun Sanyal suffered a weight-cut setback at the Asian Games after being declared medically unfit for his mens traditional 77kg MMA quarter-final. Sanyal developed cramps and bodyache during a sauna session. Later, Suchika Tariyal secured at least a bronze by reaching the womens traditional 60kg semifinals.

In a concerning turn of events, activists claim that the Mumbai police halted a screening of the documentary centered on Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam, allegedly resorting to intimidation tactics at both the original venue and a backup location. The film, titled 'Prisoner No. 626710 Is Present', sheds light on Khalids imprisonment.

Teqball, a new sport combining football skills on a curved table tennis table, concluded its Asian Games competition on Sunday alongside several early-starting events.

The Penguin, a groundbreaking wave energy converter, spent two years operating off the rugged Orkney Islands in Scotland. Withstanding fierce storms and 18.7-meter waves, it proved its durability while generating electricity efficiently. After accomplishing its testing objectives, the device sank, yielding valuable insights for future renewable energy advancements. These findings are now influencing the development of an improved model aimed at maximizing energy output.

Shankar Mahadevan house tour: The singers sprawling six-floor Navi Mumbai home features a vintage car collection, in-house recording studio, lavish kitchen, swimming pool, jacuzzi and plush home theatre. Farah Khan recently visited the singers residence, which she compared to Mukesh Ambanis Antilia.

Indias Asian Games campaign faced a last-minute organisational setback after defending shot put champion Tajinderpal Singh Toor was replaced by kabaddi player Pawan Sehrawat as flagbearer alongside Manu Bhaker. According toThe Times of India, delays and confusion over ceremonial kits exposed coordination gaps involving Toor, AFI and IOA officials.

Recent studies reveal fascinating insights into the body temperature of the mighty T. rex. Researchers have found that this colossal predator maintained a warm body temperature of approximately 36 degrees Celsius. This surprising evidence, derived from analyzing rare isotopes within fossilized tooth enamel, indicates that T. rex was likely an energetic hunter in various climates, capable of thriving even in cooler environments.

Uday Kotak lists 7 priorities for Viksit Bharat, warns against economic complacency

The Indian men's hockey team began its Asian Games 2026 campaign with a commanding 13-1 victory over Indonesia. This dominant performance sets a strong tone for their Pool A matches in Japan. Earlier, the Indian women's hockey team also achieved a significant 19-0 win against Uzbekistan.

Japan moved into an alert posture after North Korea launched a suspected ballistic missile. South Korea also confirmed the launch of an unidentified projectile toward the sea. The missile landed outside Japan's exclusive economic zone, authorities reported. North Korea recently rejected a resolution criticizing its nuclear weapons program. Pyongyang warned of responses to U.S.-led military activities as threats.

Wild European honeybee colonies, once thought to be extinct, are now classified as endangered. These bees, living freely without managed hives, face an alarming decline due to habitat destruction and parasites. A recent study predicts their population could plummet by 56 percent in just ten years. Urgent conservation measures are necessary to protect these vital pollinators from disappearing altogether.

Defending champions India assure themselves of a womens cricket medal at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games after thrashing Bangladesh by 114 runs to reach the final.

Bubbles, a wild bottlenose dolphin, has captivated researchers with his peculiar technique of fishing off the coast of Lady Elliot Island, Australia. By using echolocation and low-frequency calls, he excites his prey until they vomit, showcasing a rare kleptoparasitic method. This remarkable behavior has been consistently recorded over years, leading scientists to investigate whether it is unique to Bubbles or part of a larger dolphin behavior pattern.

Seventeen-year-old surfing prodigy Kamali Moorthy from Mahabalipuram is set to represent India at the 2026 Asian Games in Japan as part of the country's first-ever national surfing squad. Overcoming personal hardships alongside her single mother, the multi-title national champion aims to deliver a standout performance as the sport makes its debut at the Games.

DPIIT to hold workshop on September 22 to discuss ease of doing business, free trade agreements (FTAs) and trade reforms, with industry bodies and export promotion councils expected to flag implementation challenges and procedural bottlenecks.

Indian Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh and Japan Air Self-Defence Force Chief of Staff General Takehiro Morita flew Tejas aircraft from Air Force Station Jodhpur during Exercise Veer Guardian-2026 on Sunday. The bilateral drill features frontline fighter aircraft from both countries, including Tejas, Su-30MKI and Rafale jets from India and F-2A fighters from Japan, with the exercise aimed at strengthening interoperability and defence cooperation.

Little Foot, a nearly complete ancient skeleton, showcases fascinating hominid characteristics. With strong, ape-like arms and legs that mirror human anatomy, her structure suggests a remarkable duality in movement that facilitated both climbing and walking upright. This evolutionary shift, which preceded the appearance of more robust leg bones in Homo species, reflects a transition towards greater reliance on land-based mobility alongside significant increases in brain capacity among our ancest

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi questioned PM Narendra Modi over the shortage of female student hostels, citing an Indore student's financial and safety struggles in private accommodations. Speaking at his Chhatron Ki Goonj event, Gandhi and Congress leaders criticized the government for prioritising PR over student infrastructure and critical education.

India's BRICS presidency convened an expanded grouping, achieving consensus on practical cooperation. The Delhi Declaration emphasized zero tolerance for terrorism and disrupted terror financing. Discussions focused on making BRICS more representative and steering it toward a centrist position. The summit also addressed de-dollarization challenges and strengthening the New Development Bank.

Uttarakhand MBBS admissions are under scrutiny over alleged fake domicile and freedom fighter certificates, with a Dehradun SIT probing suspected irregularities in medical college admissions.

Parents often preserve old drawings, report cards and handwritten notes long after their children have grown up. Psychology offers several explanations for the emotional value of these objects, including autobiographical memory, nostalgia and the way people build stories around important relationships and life stages. Such keepsakes can serve as physical cues that reconnect parents with childhood memories and their own experiences of parenthood.

An Italian mineralogist discovered a near-perfect circle in Egypt's desert sand. This circle was confirmed as the well-preserved Kamil Crater, one of Earth's best. An iron meteorite, weighing ten tons, formed the crater upon impact. Scientists found thousands of fragments and one large survivor piece. The crater offers a rare window onto planetary impact events.

Cambridge offers schools flexibility in subject selection, aligning with India's NEP 2020. This approach supports learner-centred education and moves away from rigid academic streams. Students can progressively make choices as their interests and strengths develop. Early assessment and exposure to subjects help learners understand their potential.

Amid trolling over Katrina Kaifs post-delivery weight gain, gastro doctor Dr Pal explained the hormonal and lifestyle changes new mothers experience after childbirth. He said falling progesterone, changing estrogen, increased ghrelin, reduced leptin and sleep deprivation can contribute to increased hunger and weight gain. He urged husbands and families to support women during postpartum recovery, stressing that every mothers journey is different and can take varying lengths of time.

All India Imam Association (AIIA) president Maulana Sajid Rashidi on Sunday reacted to former Vice President Hamid Ansari's remarks on Hindu extremism and RSS, saying that Muslims should not feel like outsiders in India and calling for action against statements targeting any community.

The governments Rs 23,731-crore GOBARdhan scheme aims to give Indias CBG industry a more predictable business model, with assured offtake, a government-backed price for at least 10 years and capital support. The framework seeks to address buyer and financing concerns, while turning agricultural waste, cattle dung and other organic waste into energy.

A shift from corridor-led expansion to customer-centric design forms the core principle needed to drive the next stage of India's cross-border payment ecosystem, according to a report by Deloitte.

Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel has introduced strict timelines for the tender approval process, directing departments to complete approvals within a maximum of 51 days for tenders involving only financial bids and 66 days where pre-qualification and technical and financial bids are required. The tender validity period has also been reduced from 120 to 90 days.

Colorectal cancer has now emerged as the top cause of cancer mortality among Americans below fifty years old. This trend starkly contrasts with the decline of the disease in older populations. Existing risk factors fail to clarify this swift shift in younger demographics. Common symptoms often mimic typical digestive issues, resulting in later diagnoses.

The Congress party has alleged that the Election Commission's Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls is a Shah Instigated Removal of voters, constituting an assault on the Constitution. The party claims that a significant number of deletions, particularly affecting economically and socially disadvantaged sections and women, have occurred across various states.

Indias Shafali Verma smashed an unbeaten 100 off 49 balls, including nine sixes and three fours, to power India to 195/4 against Bangladesh in the Asian Games womens cricket semifinal. Supported by Smriti Mandhana and Harmanpreet Kaur, Verma became only the fourth Indian batter to score a T20I century.

North Korea launched a ballistic missile into the sea on Sunday. Japan's defense ministry confirmed the missile landed outside its exclusive economic zone. This launch followed North Korea's dismissal of a UN resolution against its nuclear program. The country also condemned recent US-led naval drills in the region. Kim Yo Jong blamed these drills for escalating tensions and vowed to strengthen its arsenal.

India opened its Asian Games 2026 campaign strongly, with the mens table tennis team defeating Indonesia 3-0. The womens team also secured a 3-0 win, while India won a silver in womens 10m air rifle. Smriti Mandhana became the leading run-scorer in womens T20Is during the semi-final against Bangladesh.

Some Indian buyers travelled to Dubai to purchase the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max after comparing their prices with those in India. Gulf News reported that UAE starting prices are lower, with buyers citing savings of up to Rs 50,000 to Rs 60,000 per device. Some shoppers said the difference remained substantial even after considering travel and visa expenses.

As the fall season officially kicks off on September 22, homeowners may find themselves with lawn care queries. Rather than the date itself, it's the grass's growth that governs when mowing should cease. Local climates play a crucial role in determining mowing schedules, and when daytime temps dip to around fifty degrees Fahrenheit, grass growth significantly slows.

Good in people: A rare albino porcupine with poor vision keeps returning to a womans cabin for food and fresh water, where she cares for the unusual wild visitor. An adorable video captures one of Pookies gentle visits, showing the rare animal enjoying treats and a safe moment of human kindness.

ICAI plans to propose reforms within two months to help Indian accounting firms scale up and compete globally. The proposals include recognising aggregation structures, allowing capital infusion, easing rules on non-assurance services, and expanding professional networks to include lawyers, engineers, architects and other professionals.

Indias second-seeded men will face sixth-seeded Netherlands in the fifth round of the Chess Olympiad after beating Spain. D Gukesh and Nihal Sarin have impressed, while R Praggnanandhaa and Arjun Erigaisi remain under scrutiny. The Indian women, also unbeaten, will meet Poland, with Savitha Shri and Vantika Agrawal leading the charge.

NPCI will introduce a dedicated fund from MDR proceeds for small merchants. This fund aims to expand digital payment infrastructure in smaller Indian cities. Eligible small merchants receiving under Rs 1 lakh monthly will remain exempt. The new framework supports UPI's long-term sustainability and rural expansion efforts.

Indias primary market is set for a busy week, with 19 IPOs aiming to raise around Rs 4,169 crore, led by Elevate Campuses and Varmora Granito. The week will also see 12 listings, including NSE, as investors track grey market trends.