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Japan Air Self-Defence Force (JASDF) Chief General Takehiro Morita on Sunday described India's indigenous Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas as a symbol of the country's technological innovation and the 'Make in India' initiative after flying the fighter aircraft during the ongoing Indo-Japan bilateral air exercise 'Veer Guardian-2026'.

India began its Asian Games 2026 womens badminton campaign with a 3-0 win over Kazakhstan to reach the quarterfinals, where it will face Japan on September 22. PV Sindhu, Unnati Hooda and Tanvi Sharma secured wins for India.

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.

The Feds latest rate hike could constrain the RBIs policy flexibility as India-US bond yield differentials narrow. Elara Securities Garima Kapoor expects 25-50 bps of RBI hikes in 2026, while higher US yields and a stronger dollar could pressure FPI flows.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh and JASDF Chief of Staff General Takehiro Morita visited Jodhpur's Air Force Station on Sunday to witness the ongoing Veer Guardian-2026 drills. India fields Tejas, Su-30MKI and Rafale jets, while Japan brings F-2As, marking its first fighter deployment to India. Running through September 22, the exercise aims to boost interoperability and deepen Indo-Japan defence ties.

India's burgeoning semiconductor sector is viewed as a threat by established global chip industry interests, says Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw. He has urged the industry to remain vigilant against potential cyberattacks and disruptions. The government is actively expanding the semiconductor ecosystem beyond assembly and testing. Significant investments are being made to support chip design, fabrication, and talent development. India aims to build a robust domestic supply chain and attract global se

Three Indian-origin cybersecurity researchers at Hacktron AI used Anthropics Claude models while investigating vulnerabilities that ultimately gave them access to OpenAI employee accounts and a private GitHub environment, according to reports. Harsh Jaiswal, Mohan Pedhapati and Rahul Maini said the work took less than 72 hours and cost under $3,000 in AI tokens. OpenAI later awarded them a $6,500 bounty.

There are several varieties of gulab jamuns. Extra-fried, baked, stuffed, soaked in coffee and even alcohol, or deconstructed into a trifle or tiramisu.

Indias street-food vendors are facing tighter enforcement as cities reclaim pavements and push for cleaner public spaces. But without designated vending areas, basic infrastructure and consistent regulation, thousands of small businesses risk being pushed further into informality. From Mumbai to Singapore, the challenge is balancing hygiene, accessibility, livelihoods and urban planning.

India began their womens team table tennis campaign at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games with a dominant 3-0 win over Indonesia in Group F. Sreeja Akula, Diya Chitale and Yashaswini Ghorpade each secured victories to complete a straight sweep for India.

Next-generation HNIs are reshaping family portfolios with greater diversification, formal asset allocation and global exposure. Motilal Oswal Private Wealth's Akash Hariani discusses private markets, pre-IPO investing, Indian equities, overseas assets and portfolio strategies for the next decade.

The Indian shooting team made its debut at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games by winning a silver medal in the womens 10m air rifle team event on Sunday.Elavenil Valarivan, Sonam Mhaskar and Vidarsa Vinod combined for a total of 1898.0 points and finished second behind the Chinese team, which set a world-record of 1904.2, while hosts Japan finished third with 1897.1 points.Read more: First Asian Games gold goes to Japan as China's 13-year-old Yu lights up poolIndian MMA fighter Suchika Tariyal was the

That marks the shortest interval between such moves since 1990, when the central banks rapid policy tightening played a key role in bursting Japans asset bubble.

A viral image claiming that India Post is distributing gifts under a Dak Seva Gifts scheme has been debunked by the PIB Fact Check Unit. The agency said India Post has no connection with the alleged gift, reward or lucky draw offer and urged citizens not to click suspicious links or share bank details, OTPs or Aadhaar information

India made a strong start to the 2026 Asian Games as the womens hockey team thrashed Uzbekistan 19-0, led by Deepikas eight goals. India also beat Indonesia 3-0 in womens table tennis, while Elavenil Valarivan, Sonam Maskar and Vidarsa Vinod won silver in the womens 10m air rifle team event, earning the country its first medal of the Games.

Asian Games 2026 Live: Check the full list of Indias Gold, Silver and Bronze medal winners- India secured its first medal, a silver in women's 10m air rifle team shooting. Suchika Tariyal also assured a medal in women's traditional 60kg MMA. The Indian women's cricket team is in the semifinal, aiming for at least silver. Shooters and hockey teams are expected to contribute significantly to the medal tally. India aims to surpass its record 107 medals from the previous games.

India secured its first medal at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games after Suchika Tariyal defeated Mongolias Altanchimeg Baigalmaa to reach the womens traditional 60kg MMA semifinal. Indias womens table tennis team also opened its campaign with a 3-0 win over Indonesia, while the mixed doubles teqball pair missed out on bronze.

Lieutenant Commander Yashasvi Solanki made history in May 2025 by becoming the first woman officer from Indias Army, Navy or Air Force to be appointed Aide-de-Camp to the President. Heres a look at her journey, her career in the Indian Navy and the significance of her landmark appointment at Rashtrapati Bhavan.

India needs Rs 168-172 trillion in infrastructure investment through FY31, but Rs 78-80 trillion is yet to enter the announced project pipeline, a NaBFID-BCG report said. With much of future demand coming from urban infrastructure and greenfield projects, the report called for stronger project preparation, viable revenue models and more private capital.

India continued its unbeaten run at the Chess Olympiad 2026, recording 3-1 victories over Spain in the Open section and Mongolia in the Womens section in Samarkand. The wins gave both Indian teams their fourth consecutive victories. Arjun Erigaisi, D Gukesh, Divya Deshmukh and Savitha Shri secured wins.

Asian Games India schedule: Indias campaign at the Asian Games 2026 will intensify on Sunday, with athletes and teams competing across multiple sports. Teqball offers two medal opportunities, while the womens cricket team faces Bangladesh in the semifinal. Indian shooters will compete in the womens 10m air rifle, and both the mens and womens hockey teams will begin their respective campaigns. With medal matches and major team events scheduled, Sunday is set to be an important day for Indias Asia

Coimbatore is now India's leading senior-living destination, attracting retirees from major cities. This southern city offers pleasant weather and excellent healthcare facilities for its residents. Senior living is transitioning into a premium lifestyle category, moving beyond just care. Demand for organized senior-living units is rising across various Indian markets. Developers are adapting to attract younger retirees seeking community and convenience.

With Neeraj Chopra out of the Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya with an ankle injury, javelin throwers Rohit Yadav and Yashvir Singh will compete under the pressure of his shadow, even as Anju Bobby George predicts India's track and field contingent will cross 30 medals.

Agarkar showed that it was possible to bring a certain gravitas to the office through the work itself, rather than relying on the stature he had acquired through the cricket he played in his time. This is no mean feat in Indian cricket, especially today, when the selectors are often deciding on the fates of men who themselves have become towering figures in the game.

The article criticises the rise of formulaic pan-India cinema, using Yash-starrer Toxic as an example of films prioritising scale, violence and star power over characterisation, empathy and originality, while sidelining women and cultural specificity.

FSSAI is considering a nationwide ban on analogue paneer, a non-dairy substitute that uses ingredients such as vegetable oils, starches and emulsifiers instead of traditional milk-based ingredients. FSSAI chief said the regulator will seek feedback from states at a September 24 meeting, with a national ban possible if there is consensus. Eight states have already taken action against analogue paneer, while the regulator is also examining clearer labelling and stricter oversight of such products.

Arunachal Pradesh possesses significant hydropower potential for India's clean energy goals. The state aims to harness 40 GW of hydropower capacity by 2047. A pipeline of Rs 1.9 lakh crore is planned for new hydropower projects. Integrated planning for power generation and transmission is crucial for efficient energy evacuation. Increased private sector participation will accelerate development and economic growth.

A new IMD and NCMRWF study covering weather patterns from 1971 to 2022 finds that Northeast India is facing a rise in both intense one day rainfall and longer dry spells. Researchers say the combination points to a more unstable monsoon, linked to factors including a warming Bay of Bengal, higher atmospheric moisture and the regions complex terrain. The study, published in the International Journal of Climatology, highlights the need for stronger flood preparedness alongside drought planning. ma

Neha Thakur, widely recognised as Himachal Pradesh's first woman truck driver, draws inspiration from her father's profession. After training for a career in aviation, she returned to trucking and obtained her Heavy Motor Vehicle licence. She now drives a 16-tonne truck and shares her experiences online. Her vlogs offer a glimpse into the demanding life of a truck driver, while she encourages others to pursue their dreams regardless of their background.

India's strong domestic demand and demographic dividend give it an advantage in the global semiconductor race, but access to core technology remains a key hurdle, said Balaji Thirumalai, Partner and India Head of Semiconductors and Electronics Manufacturing Practice at Bain & Company. He said Semicon 2.0's focus on talent, fabs, OSATs, design, equipment and materials is needed to build a complete ecosystem.

India aims to become drug-free by 2029 with a detailed three-year roadmap. This plan focuses on enforcement, synthetic drugs, demand reduction, and capacity building. The government is adopting a Whole of Government and Whole of Society approach for implementation. Key strategies include targeting drug networks and strengthening forensic capabilities. Mobilizing youth and creating safe zones around educational institutions are also priorities.

India and South Africa held their first Army-to-Army Staff Talks in New Delhi. Discussions focused on expanding training exchanges and joint capacity building initiatives. South African delegates observed Indian Army's artificial intelligence projects and manufacturing capabilities. This engagement followed a meeting between Prime Ministers Modi and Ramaphosa. Both nations reaffirmed their comprehensive strategic partnership and future cooperation.

Saudi exports through the Bab al-Mandab Strait are continuing to suffer, with weekly traffic since the start of August at under a third of this year's seven-day average, data shows.

India's electronics minister has asserted the country's competitive edge in the global semiconductor market. Currently, five chip packaging facilities are operational and adhere to international export standards.