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Japanese proverb of the day: This Japanese proverb offers a simple lesson in patience, reminding us that slowing down, thinking carefully and avoiding unnecessary shortcuts can often lead to better results and save time in the long run.

Trump said Russia has lost control of its diesel oil industry, claiming several refineries have been damaged amid the war with Ukraine. In a social media post ahead of his scheduled meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy at the UN General Assembly, Trump again called for an end to the conflict, saying the idiculous and never ending War with Ukraine must be ended.

Motivational Quote of the Day by Taylor Swift: Taylor Swifts quote, I think the worst part about a breakup sometimes, if one could choose a worst part, would possibly be if you get out of a relationship, and you don't recognize yourself because you changed a lot about you explores the importance of maintaining identity and self-awareness in relationships. The quote suggests that love and emotional connections can influence a person deeply, but losing touch with yourself can make the end of a rel

China is building the 315-metre Shuangjiangkou dam in Sichuan, which could become the worlds tallest completed dam. Engineers are using 27 sun-tracking mirrors to direct concentrated sunlight onto its clay core, raising temperatures by about 3C and extending construction hours in the freezing mountain environment, helping overcome difficult winter conditions.

The SIT probing alleged embezzlement of donations at the Ram temple in Ayodhya will file its first chargesheet by September 25, the Supreme Court was told on Monday. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta said the 90-day period from the first arrest would expire that day, making a chargesheet necessary to avoid default bail.

The Mamata Banerjee-led TMC faction has unveiled a new logo featuring its interim football-player election symbol after the Election Commission froze the partys original name and flowers-and-grass symbol amid an internal dispute. With the October 6 bypolls approaching, the faction is working to familiarise voters with its new identity, while the Supreme Court considers Banerjees challenge to the ECs decision. Rejinagar will see the rival factions face off under separate names and symbols, while

The Supreme Court on Monday asked the Centre to provide details of vacancies in tribunals, particularly Debt Recovery Appellate Tribunals, amid concerns that vacancies could disrupt their functioning. The Centre said around 90 posts were vacant across tribunals, with the search-cum-selection committee handling 81 appointments. The bench also extended three NGT members tenures.

Today's life advice by Jamie Dimon, I made a lot of mistakes... admit your flaws quick, sets the tone for a candid view of success, failure and self-correction. His advice speaks to everyday choices, difficult work, uncertainty and the moments when admitting we are wrong can prevent a bigger problem. The lessons here focus on humility, resilience, clear thinking, learning from mistakes and knowing when to change course.

Putting off an AC service does not reveal someones personality on its own. The delay may have a straightforward explanation: servicing could feel too expensive, finding a reliable technician may be difficult, the AC might be used infrequently, its recommended maintenance schedule may be different, or other responsibilities may simply feel more pressing.

Eurasian beavers returned to the UK after centuries. Then came a five-year trial that reshaped their future, along with the English landscape. Dive into the story to find out more.

China has expelled two senior military officers, Zhang Youxia and Liu Zhenli, from the Communist Party and the military over alleged disloyalty, corruption, dereliction of duty and other serious violations. The move deepens President Xi Jinpings long-running military corruption crackdown and comes ahead of his planned US talks with Donald Trump and a key party conclave on internal governance.

Schools in parts of India will observe a holiday on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, mainly because of Karam Puja. West Bengal has declared a state holiday covering educational institutions under government control, while Assam's official calendar also lists Karam Puja on the date. Students in other states, including Delhi-NCR, should check their school's individual holiday calendar before assuming classes are cancelled.

Indias core sector output growth slowed to 4.8% year-on-year in August 2026 from 5% in July, provisional government data showed. Cement, electricity and iron ore led growth, while coal, natural gas, crude oil and fertilisers contracted. Cumulative core sector growth during April-August stood at 4.3%, against 2.4% a year earlier.

Elon Musk is planning a self-growing city on the Moon that could eventually house millions of people. But a new study has raised a major concern: there may not be enough water on the Moon to support such a large population for long.

Gemini (Google Trends): Bengaluru CEO Siddharth Dialani said Google's Gemini helped him draft a police complaint after an alleged road-rage incident involving a biker. He said the biker damaged his car and was later traced using dashcam footage. According to Dialani, the man eventually apologised and paid for the damage after being called to the Koramangala police station, where officers handled the matter without a bribe.

An eighth-grader from Pennsylvania is tackling heartburn with a novel antacid system designed to release medicine more slowly and potentially provide longer-lasting GERD relief, earning her a place among the US Top 30 researchers and a shot at more than $100,000 in awards, including a $25,000 top prize

Social Security payments are going out this week, with the next round scheduled for September 23, 2026. Heres who is eligible for the payment, how the $5,181 maximum benefit works and why most retirees will receive less. Social Security benefits, paid mostly to older or retired Americans, are typically issued on Wednesdays.

The Ministry of Defence has signed a Rs 586-crore contract with Accurate Industrial Controls Private Limited to procure Auxiliary Power Units (APUs) for the Indian Armys T-72 and T-90 tanks. The agreement was signed in New Delhi on September 21, 2026, in the presence of Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh.

In a post on X, Gokhale, a former Rajya Sabha MP, said Kumar is shown as a voter in Delhi's electoral roll, registered as Gyanesh Kumar, son of Subodh Kumar. He said Kumar was born in Uttar Pradesh, is a Kerala cadre officer, and has done postings in Delhi.

Quote of the day by George Washington Carver encourages us to notice a moment that many people never see because they are asleep, busy or distracted. Before sunrise, a forest becomes a meeting place between darkness and light, silence and sound, stillness and movement. Its beauty does not demand an audience, yet it rewards anyone willing to observe it.

Years before ChatGPT, Sam Altman left Stanford at 19 to build Loopt, a location-based social networking app that struggled to attract users. Green Dot later acquired the startup for $43.4 million, seeing value in its mobile technology, patents and experienced team. The acquisition made strategic sense even though Loopt had not become a dominant social media platform.

'NYC is NYC because of immigrants!': Mayor Mamdani defends immigration as feud with Trump escalates

A family trip to Thailand, a suitcase full of snacks and four sisters with different professional skills came together to create Party Of, a Thai-inspired popcorn brand that grew from homemade batches into a business generating steady monthly revenue.

High tension at Jurala dam: Telangana farmers step up protest over water supply for crops

India-Canada CEPA negotiations are being fast-tracked, with the fifth round of talks scheduled to begin on October 5, Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal said. Both sides are targeting completion of the pact by the end of this year.

The Delhi High Court on Monday deferred hearing on bail pleas by activists Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam in the UAPA case linked to the alleged larger conspiracy behind the February 2020 north-east Delhi riots. The pleas will be heard on September 30 after the Delhi Police sought an adjournment.

Anant Chaturdashi 2026 falls on September 25, with devotees worshipping Lord Vishnu and observing the vrat. The day also marks Ganesh Visarjan.

A Delhi court on Monday set aside a magistrates order refusing to probe allegations that Sonia Gandhis name appeared in an electoral roll before she acquired Indian citizenship. Special Judge Vishal Gogne termed the order non-speaking and directed fresh consideration after hearing arguments and obtaining the polices status report.

India is moving to reshape its accounting sector as ICAI prepares Chartered Accountants Act changes aimed at enabling larger domestic firms. Proposed reforms could ease mergers, allow capital infusion, expand multidisciplinary professional services and reshape networking rules, while government procurement changes may widen opportunities. The push seeks globally competitive Indian professional-services firms to challenge the Big Four at global scale.

Suchika Tariyal made history as Indias first Asian Games medal winner in Mixed Martial Arts, taking bronze in the womens traditional 60kg event in Nagoya. The 36-year-old Haryana fighter, who drew her semifinal before losing on a weight countback, dedicated the medal to her parents and husband.

Nokia's move toward telecommunications developed gradually rather than happening overnight. The company entered telecommunications equipment through Finnish Cable Works, whose electronics activities included radio-transmission equipment.

Chief Economic Adviser V Anantha Nageswaran said Indias economic growth will lead to meaningful transformation only if its benefits are shared between workers and businesses.

CNN, MS NOW and Politico have sued the Trump administration after the White House revoked their journalists credentials over coverage Trump criticised as negative. The outlets argue the ban amounts to unconstitutional viewpoint discrimination and are asking a federal court in Washington to restore their access.

India's soyoil imports are projected to reach a record high in the upcoming marketing year. Higher soyoil purchases will offset declining sunflower oil shipments due to ongoing global conflicts. Palm oil imports are expected to increase, though its share will fall below fifty percent. Rising incomes are driving overall edible oil demand, which domestic production cannot meet.

India has overtaken Hong Kong to become Asias fourth-largest REIT market, with market value rising 62% to $17.7 billion by March 2026, according to Cushman & Wakefield. New listings, strong office occupancy, GCC demand and rising institutional participation have helped expand the market, which now ranks behind Japan, Singapore and China.

Jackie Chan, renowned worldwide, revolutionized the film industry through his relentless work ethic and passion. Now, he devotes himself to spreading joy and value across communities. His formidable journey started with intense training as a stuntman, showcasing his incredible acrobatics and thrilling self-executed stunts. Chan's insights reflect a deep commitment to serving others and pursuing a meaningful professional journey.

A man in Canada may never have discovered he had a rare disease for 32 years had he not used the Google to search about it. After nearly 200 doctpr visits and when his daughter also started showing similar symptoms, Ian Stedman spent hours looking through thousands of images and finally found the disease he had been battling.

Comedian Samay Raina and actress Medha Shankar have recently tackled the swirling rumors of an impending marriage. With light-hearted humor, they dismissed the speculation surrounding a supposed wedding slated for December 2026. Samay cheekily remarked that his scheduled India tour would need to be postponed for such an occasion.

Trump administration has approved a possible $24.3 billion sale of F-35 stealth fighter jets to Saudi Arabia, a deal that still needs congressional review. If it goes through, Saudi Arabia would become only the second country in the Middle East after Israel to operate the F-35, and that possibility has revived old anxieties in Israel about losing its military edge, alongside fresh US concerns over Saudi Arabia's growing ties with China.

Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone house tour: The couple have acquired another luxury property in Mumbai. Their Bandra mansion, a sea-facing quadruplex, was purchased for Rs 119 crore. Padukone also bought an additional apartment in the same building for Rs 17.8 crore. The couple also owns a bungalow in Alibag and an apartment in Prabhadevi. This expansion highlights their significant real estate investments across prime locations.

Jindal Steel chairman Naveen Jindal said Tata Steels model of building hospitals and schools around its plants inspired his groups approach to social development. Speaking at AIMAs 53rd National Management Convention, Jindal said businesses must create wealth and jobs while contributing to society, particularly in rural areas.

West Bengal Congress chief Subhankar Sarkar has accused the BJP government and Election Commission of undermining democracy, alleging repression of dissent and calling for opposition unity ahead of the October 6 Nandigram and Rejinagar bypolls. His remarks come as Congress candidate Milan Pradhan remains in judicial custody in connection with cases linked to the 2007 Nandigram agitation.

A notable achievement for Indian banks occurred as they received USD 127 billion through a dedicated deposit scheme. This influx has significantly improved the funding environment and liquidity levels. Favorable interest rates lured substantial deposits from the diaspora, ultimately fortifying banks' funding stability. This positive trend in deposits could enhance balance sheets by USD 190-220 billion, bridging any existing asset-liability gaps.

Starbucks, Walgreens to set up GCCs in Chennai, CM Vijay signs MoU; 1000-plus jobs expected

Union minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Monday attacked the AAP government in Punjab over the drug menace, alleging it had failed to meet its earlier deadlines to curb the problem. At a BJP event in Talwandi Sabo, Chouhan promised the party would dismantle the entire drug network within six months if elected.