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Morning digest: India to host BRICS leaders in Delhi today; Saudi Arabia shuts down major oil pipeline amid fighting in Yemen, and more

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Parties Honour Immanuel Sekarans Memory in Paramakudi

His memorial, manimandapam, and statue were decorated with colourful flowers

Heavy Rain Alert: Several Telangana Districts May Get Intense Showers

In Hyderabad, scattered rainfall is expected over northern parts of the city in the next one hour.

DC Edit | Summit Must Focus On Boosting Internal Trade

The Brics countries must recognise that numerical strength alone does not create an effective institution. They have different political systems,

'Where will he bat?': De Villiers raises Tilak Varma concern ahead of Afg T20Is

As India gears up for the T20I series against Afghanistan, it faces crucial decisions in batting selection. Former cricketer AB de Villiers voice

Saudi Arabia shuts key oil pipeline as Houthis seize strategic Red Sea island

DC Edit | Has America Lost Goodwill Of World?

In coordinated attacks on the iconic World Trade Center twin towers and the Pentagon, 19 terrorists of Al Qaeda killed close to 3,000 people and

BRICS Summit 2026 LIVE updates: Delhi decked up, security tightened

All eyes will be on Mr. Modis meeting with the UAE Crown Prince on Saturday (September 12, 2026) morning

Pezeshkian Slams US and Israel From India: Vows Not to Bow to Bullying

Vladimir Putin says events in Europe, like AfD's win in Germany, caused by Western globalists

Russian President Vladimir Putin has attributed European events to Western globalist system errors. He stated the West's pressure and NATO expans

BRICS Summit 2026: Delhi traffic restrictions, diversions on several key roads today

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 12 (IANS) India is hosting the high-profile 18th BRICS Summit at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi on Saturday, promptin

What Does Russia's President Love to Eat and Why Does a Mother's Pie Top His List

Saudi Arabia Deals Major Blow to Pakistan: Islamic NATO Fractures Within a Month

Indian-American Sentenced to Five Years in Prison in Texas for Operating a Massive $27 Million Tax Fraud Scheme

US Leaders and Families Gather at Ground Zero to Honor 3,000 Victims of the Tragic Terror Attacks

Warsaw Plans Independent Polish Starlink Satellite Network While India Expands Space Defense

US, India partner to secure undersea cable networks and expand digital connectivity under TRUST initiative

Pointing to India's crucial role in the expanding global network, the US Embassy highlighted that New Delhi's booming digital economy, surging de

Labour Enjoys A Burnham Bounce... Will Parliament In UK Oust Farage?

No arrests were made and no protesters suffered any assault. I note this, and dont ascribe a third cheer to this demonstrative dimension of free

New Agra to Run on Solar Energy: 256 MW Solar Park and Rooftop Panels Planned Under Master Plan 2041

Aligarh to Get Third State Highway: PWD Approves SH-184 Connecting Iglas to Sambhal

Sabalenka, Rybakina Clash in US Open Final

Sabalenka and Rybakina meet in the final on Saturday, their third time playing for a Grand Slam championship and 18th head-to-head matchup of the

Hartalika Teej 2026 Puja: How Married Women Traditionally Seek Suhag Blessings From Goddess Parvati

Hartalika Teej 2026: Hartalika Teej holds special religious significance for women who worship Goddess Parvati and Lord Shiva for marital happine

Three Indian Air Force Qualified Flying Instructors join Royal Air Force in UK to train British pilots

In a historic bilateral defence milestone for India, three Indian Air Force Qualified Flying Instructors (QFIs) joined the Royal Air Force (RAF)

Rain Forecast Across Uttar Pradesh as Flood Crisis Impacts 25 Districts With Over 21,000 Evacuated

J&J orthopedics unit draws Apollo interest in potential $20 billion deal: Report

Apollo Global Management is in discussions to acquire Johnson & Johnson's orthopedics division, which could be worth around twenty billion dollar

UP Government Upgrades 'Balvatika' Centers With 10 New Facilities

BSP Prepares for Major Organizational Overhaul and Return of Old Leaders Ahead of UP Elections

Trump says he would be OK with China building cars in US

President Donald Trump has expressed his willingness to permit Chinese automakers to set up production plants in the United States, provided they

Varanasi officials urge maximum youth participation in Vikas Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue 2027

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Aaj Ka Panchang September 12, 2026: Check Abhijit Muhurat, Rahu Kaal, Tithi and Nakshatra Today

Aaj Ka Panchang, September 12, 2026: Today is Saturday, September 12, 2026. According to the Panchang details provided, the day falls in the mont

Haiwaan Day 1 box office: Akshay Kumar, Saif Ali Khan starrer falls behind Hanuman Ansh and Mirzapur

Bollywood film Haiwaan, starring Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan, opened in theatres on September 11 but failed to make a strong start at the box

Chinese President to visit India for BRICS Summit

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 12 (IANS) Chinese President Xi Jinping is scheduled to visit India on Saturday to attend the 18th BRICS Summit in N

25 years of 9/11: Qaida releases video of Osama's son reportedly killed in 2019

Microlot coffee: The limited-edition world of Indias specialty coffee

Tiny batches, wild fermentations, unusual varietals and tasting notes that can veer from berries and tropical fruit to wine and florals microlot

North Korea fires ballistic missiles toward sea after rivals' military drill it sees as provocation

Amid joint military exercises by the United States, South Korea, and Japan, North Korea fired multiple short-range ballistic missiles into the se

North Korea launches ballistic missiles toward sea after military drill it sees as threat

North Koreas Defence Minister criticised the U.S.-South Korea-Japan military drills, warning that North Korea could take strong and reflective co

Ganesh Chaturthi 2026: Can You Bring Ganpati Idol Home After Pithori Amavasya? Know the Tradition

Preparations for Ganesh Chaturthi 2026 are gaining momentum, and many devotees are planning to bring an idol of Lord Ganesha home for the festiva

44 Injured After Train Derails In France

One of those injured is in a critical state and was evacuated by helicopter, the head of the local authority, the prefect, Jean-Benoit Albertini,

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Odisha CM secures Rs 2.42 lakh crore in UAE investment proposals

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Houthis Seize Island as Saudi Shuts Pipeline, Opening New Iran War Front

The Houthis made their biggest territorial gains in years along the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, one of the worlds key shipping lanes

18th BRICS Summit to begin in New Delhi today

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 12 (IANS) India will host the 18th BRICS Summit at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi on Saturday and Sunday (September 1

Best of BS Opinion: Why AI should worry us more than nuclear weapons

Today's opinions examine AI as a global security and jobs risk, Kerala's new government, India's vulnerabilities within Brics and the valuation c

3 zodiac signs could finally catch a break and enter a luckier chapter on September 12, 2026

Three zodiac signs will enter a luckier chapter on September 12, 2026. Gemini will trust their instincts and avoid repeating past errors. Libra w

Tech glitch at Adani power unit hits Bangladesh grid

BRICS Summit: World Leaders Gather in New Delhi as Chinese President Xi Jinping Arrives

Bodhan AI launches open-weight foundational AI models for Indic languages

The models cover four core capabilities and are designed to help Indian developers deploy, adapt and fine-tune multilingual and multimodal AI

SC's 13 queries to FSSAI: 'Give details on shape, size, colour of food label'

Jaipur Craftsmanship to Shine at BRICS Summit

At the upcoming BRICS Summit, Jaipurs artisans showcase unique silver-plated tableware crafted for international guests. Jaipur Craftsmanship to

Train derails in northern France, injuring 44 people

The train derailed after hitting an unidentified object, a spokesperson for the French police said. The French railway operator, SNCF, said that

Dr Reddys Mexico API facility gets two observations from USFDA

The assessment covered manufacturing records and documentation, with the company saying it will respond to the regulator within the stipulated ti

PM gifts Putin Russian version of Tamil text 'Thirukkural'

Venice Film Festival: How Anuparna Roy and Lovers in the Blue Night turn escape into art

Songs of Forgotten Trees director, whos back in Venice after last years Orizzonti Best Director win, is rewriting who gets to be seen, and how, i

India to present 37 deep-tech ventures at Brics forum

Jubilant Pharmovas Spokane facility receives VAI classification from US FDA

The classification follows a June inspection, with the regulator indicating that the identified conditions do not warrant administrative or regul

BRICS 2026: PM Modi sits down with Putin, talks $100 bn trade by 2030; Plan to deepen defence, energy, nuclear ties

India and Russia agreed to expand industrial collaboration across manufacturing and critical minerals. They aim to reach a $100 billion bilateral

Shapoor Mistry eyes 25,000 cr in two years for part of SP's Tata stake

Shapoor Mistry seeks 25,000 crore from Tata Sons for SP Group's stake. This proposal aims to raise cash while preserving Tata Sons' private statu

Bernard Arnault falls out of top 10 richest people as US tech billionaires dominate global rankings

Bernard Arnault has fallen out of the worlds top 10 richest people for the first time since 2017, with his fortune dropping $65 billion this year

Uttar Pradesh: ECI holds workshop in Varanasi on FLC of EVMs, VVPATs ahead of polls

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Brics 2026: Officials claim 50 outcomes, but no clarity on united declaration

Nvidia in talks to invest in Anthropics mega IPO

The proposed listing could test investor appetite for frontier AI companies as Anthropic expands computing capacity and strengthens ties with maj

Oracle to spend $700 million more on restructuring costs as it ramps up AI spending

ORACLE-STOCKS:Oracle to spend $700 million more on restructuring costs as it ramps up AI spending

Russia & Iran hit out at US 'aggression', pose a challenge for summit host India

'Haiwaan' opens at Rs 3 crore amid 'Hanuman Ansh' and 'Mirzapur' wave

Haiwaan, starring Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan, opened with a modest Rs 3 crore net collection. The film's opening day performance ranks among

'Allow easy movement to professionals': Piyush Goyal urges Brics states

Piyush Goyal urged Brics nations to dismantle trade barriers and open markets. He also called for linking payment systems and trading in local cu

Saudi Arabia shuts major East-West oil pipeline after attack

Saudi Arabia has temporarily halted a major oil pipeline after an attack, citing precautionary concerns as regional threats to exports grow.

Finance Minister Urges RBI to Enhance Digital Rupee Platform

Indias Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman calls for strengthening the digital rupee platform to boost its adoption and capabilities. Finance Min

Alexander Zverev reaches U.S. Open final and awaits Shelton-Tiafoe winner

Alexander Zverev will play for his second Grand Slam title this year after beating Karen Khachanov 6-3, 7-6 (7), 7-6 (6) on Friday in the U.S. Op

Karnataka Chief Minister Urges Citizens to Surrender Illegal Weapons by November 1

Karnatakas CM D.K. Shivakumar calls for the surrender of illegal weapons by November 1 to avoid strict penalties. Karnataka Chief Minister Urges

Ajinkya Rahane Advocates for Samsons Return Ahead of T20 Series Against Afghanistan

Ajinkya Rahane supports Sanju Samsons return for the T20 series against Afghanistan, highlighting his past performance and potential. Ajinkya Rah

RBI Announces Sale of

The RBI plans to sell 1 lakh crore in bonds to manage excess liquidity, affecting bond yields and overnight interest rates. RBI Announces Sale of

Remembering Muhammad Ali Jinnah: The Last Farewell on September 12, 1948

On September 12, 1948, Pakistan bid farewell to its founder, Muhammad Ali Jinnah, marking a pivotal moment in its early history. Remembering Muha

Raising Awareness to Combat Illegal Adoptions, Says CARA Chief

The CARA CEO emphasizes the need for vigilance against illegal adoptions during a workshop in New Delhi. Raising Awareness to Combat Illegal Adop

Thats why we fight: Trump links 9/11 to Iran conflict

Mr. Trump went on to link the fight against Al-Qaeda launched by his Republican predecessor George W. Bush to the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran which

Congress Questions GDP Growth Claims Amid Calls for Government Change in Uttarakhand

Congress leader Pawan Khera raises concerns over GDP growth benefits for ordinary citizens as Uttarakhand prepares for elections. Congress Questi

TMC MP Abhishek Banerjees PA Sumit Roy Sent to CID Custody in Land Scam Case

Sumit Roy, aide to TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee, has been remanded to CID custody over a land scam in West Midnapore. TMC MP Abhishek Banerjees PA Su

Telangana to appoint transgender co-opted members in nine municipal corporations

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DRI Mumbai seizes 3.47 kg gold worth Rs 5.47 crore, arrests four

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Kolkata High Court Halts Order for TMCs Abhishek Banerjee to Vacate Office

The Kolkata High Court has temporarily blocked an order for TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee to vacate his office over fire safety violations. Kolkat

Gauhati High Court says talaq-e-hassan is a valid form of divorce

The court has directed the petitioner to register his divorce under the Assam Compulsory Registration of Muslim Marriages and Divorce Act, 2024

BRICS Summit Raises Questions on Currency Negotiations and Indias Role

Anish Gawande questions the BRICS agenda and Indias role amid economic challenges, highlighting concerns over GDP data and recent controversies.

Busy week for primary market as nine IPOs attract bids worth Rs 1.4 lakh crore

India Poised to Forge New Economic Path with BRICS Nations, Experts Say

Industry leaders highlight Indias economic strength and innovation potential during the BRICS summit, emphasizing new opportunities for collabora

India and China Prepare for Bilateral Meeting Between Leaders

Indian and Chinese leaders are set to meet for a bilateral discussion, signaling improving relations between the two nations. India and China Pre

Congress and National Conference Clash Over Vande Mataram Controversy in Jammu and Kashmir

Tensions rise in Jammu and Kashmir as Congress criticizes CM Omar Abdullahs stance on Vande Mataram at a film festival. Congress and National Con

RJD Intensifies Preparations for Bihar MLC Elections, Announces Candidates for Six Seats

The RJD has announced candidates for six of the eight Bihar MLC seats, as election preparations ramp up ahead of the November deadline. RJD Inten

Tejashwi writes to Bihar CM demanding life-size statuesof Ram Vilas, Sharad Yadav and Raghuvansh

Mr. Yadavs move is seen as an addition to Rashtriya Janata Dals (RJD) broader plan of asserting itself as a party which stands for the A to Z cas

Over 46,000 Displaced as Conflict Intensifies in Yemen, IOM Raises Alarm

The International Organization for Migration reports over 46,000 people displaced in Yemen due to escalating conflict, urging immediate humanitar

40% of global GDP is here: PM Modi

Rajasthan Urban Local Body Elections: 70.01% Voter Turnout in Second Phase, Kota Records Lowest at 57.02%

Rajasthans urban local body elections saw a 70.01% voter turnout, with Kota experiencing the lowest participation at 57.02%. Rajasthan Urban Loca