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Sonam Wangchuk Defends Tibet-Ladakh Comparison, Apologises to Tibetan Friends

Climate activist and Leh Apex Body leader Sonam Wangchuk defended his comparison between the situation in Ladakh and China's treatment of Tibetans, saying he was referring only to the Leh violence of September 24 and not to the decades-long suffering of Tibetans. He also apologised to Tibetan friends who were hurt by his remarks. The Central Tibetan Administration criticised the comparison as misplaced and inaccurate.

26 Sep 2026 11:23 pm
India's forex reserves fall $14.9 billion to $765.9 billion, sharpest weekly drop since November 2024

India's foreign exchange reserves fell $14.9 billion to $765.9 billion in the week ended September 18, marking their sharpest weekly decline since November 2024. The drop was driven mainly by lower foreign currency assets, including a $10.9 billion dollar sale by the RBI and revaluation losses

26 Sep 2026 8:48 pm
UPI MDR row: 'Nothing to do with govt,' Sitharaman clarifies charges on transactions above Rs 2,000

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said India can achieve more than 10 per cent economic growth by embracing technology and innovation across sectors, while stressing greater efforts from all stakeholders to realise the Viksit Bharat 2047 vision

26 Sep 2026 8:46 pm
Ranbir Kapoor lifts Shiv Dhanush, tells MrBeast to chant 'Jai Shri Ram', explains Ramayana to him

MrBeast attended a Mumbai event for Ramayana with Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi, Ravie Dubey, Namit Malhotra and Nitesh Tiwari. Ranbir prompted MrBeast to say Jai Shri Ram and later explained Lord Ram's story and his sacrifice for his father's promise and duties.

26 Sep 2026 8:40 pm
'Work-Life Balance Important': 3-Day Bank Strike From Monday, Could Your Salary Be Delayed?

Bank employees across India will begin a three-day strike from September 28 to demand a five-day workweek and better work-life balance. The UFBU has also warned of an indefinite strike from October 26 if their demands remain unresolved.

26 Sep 2026 8:39 pm
IND vs WI 1st ODI: Virat Kohli and Shubman Gill face off? Video of heated moment during practice goes viral

A video of Virat Kohli and Shubman Gill going face-to-face during India's practice session ahead of the first ODI against West Indies has gone viral. The animated exchange sparked speculation among fans about a possible argument.

26 Sep 2026 5:36 pm
Juhu beach clean-up: Ajay Devgn joins Amruta Fadnavis, daughter Divija after Ganesh Visarjan

Ajay Devgn joined Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis' wife Amruta Fadnavis and daughter Divija Fadnavis for the annual 'Sea Shore Shine 2026' clean-up drive at Mumbai's Juhu Beach, a day after Ganesh Visarjan. Organised by the Divyaj Foundation with the BMC and Mumbai Police.

26 Sep 2026 3:40 pm
Donald Trump shares Shehbaz Sharif's UN speech thanking him for 'halting' Operation Sindoor

In the 87-second clip shared by Mr. Trump on Truth Social on Friday (September 25, 2026), Mr. Sharif refers to Operation Sindoor launched by India last May to avenge the Pahalgam terror attack as external aggression and credits Pakistan's Army Chief Asim Munir for his courageous leadership.

26 Sep 2026 3:39 pm
Shehbaz Sharif at UNGA: 'Act of war' warning over Indus waters, calls Kashmir Pakistan's 'jugular vein'

Sharif on Friday used the UN General Assembly podium to credit US President Donald Trump for his imely intervention in the 2025 conflict with India, as he again raked up the Kashmir issue

26 Sep 2026 3:19 pm
US moves to restrict Chinese robots to safeguard national security and boost AI

The US is restricting Chinese-made advanced robots to prevent espionage risks and develop its own AI infrastructure.

26 Sep 2026 3:04 pm
RBI Bulletin says high credit-deposit ratio alone does not show bank funding risk

The RBI Bulletin stated that a high credit-deposit ratio may not indicate vulnerability in the banking system amid strong credit growth.

26 Sep 2026 11:32 am
Traders body CAIT distances itself from protest call on MDR

CAIT has distanced itself from the proposed No UPI Day on October 2, clarifying that it neither issued nor supported any such protest call. The traders' body said reports linking it to the initiative were factually incorrect and urged traders and consumers to rely on official communications.

26 Sep 2026 11:30 am
Nifty, Sensex fall for 7th straight week amid rising crude prices, bond yields

Indian equity benchmarks declined for the seventh consecutive week due to high crude prices and rising US bond yields.

26 Sep 2026 11:30 am
Nationwide bank strike: SBI waives ATM transaction charges from September 28-30

SBI announced that ATM transactions will be free from September 28 to 30 during the proposed nationwide bank strike. The bank said digital services including UPI, IMPS, RTGS and NEFT will continue normally.

26 Sep 2026 11:30 am
Trump rejects Iran's 7-day ceasefire plan; US strikes could resume after November midterms

US President Donald Trump has reportedly rejected Iran's seven-day ceasefire proposal, with the Wall Street Journal saying he expects US bombing of Iran to resume after November's midterm elections. Tehran's plan sought to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and restart nuclear talks.

26 Sep 2026 11:29 am
Jaishankar hits back at Pakistani reporter over terrorism question at UNGA

Jaishankar rejected the allegation and said, A terrorist country is asking me that question, while India's UN representative also told the journalist that he had received a clear response.

26 Sep 2026 11:24 am
Gold, silver rates today, September 25: Gold prices remain below recent highs as Pitru Paksha begins

Gold prices in India remained elevated on Friday, September 25, although the precious metal has seen a correction from its recent highs. On the day, 24-karat gold was around 1,51,580 per 10 grams, while 22-karat gold stood at around 1,38,948 per 10 grams. Silver was quoted at approximately 2,34,040 per kg

25 Sep 2026 10:32 pm
Trump-Xi state dinner menu: Here's what was served as Zuckerberg, Sam Altman, Elon Musk attend

The guest list included OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, Apple executive chairman Tim Cook, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg, Tesla CEO Elon Musk, Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai. The gathering came as Washington and Beijing continue to navigate issues involving trade, technology, semiconductors and artificial intelligence.

25 Sep 2026 10:31 pm
GST Council meeting on October 7: Process reforms, ITC and invoice rules likely to take centre stage

GST Council's October 7 meeting is expected to focus on process reforms rather than major GST rate changes. Key areas likely to be discussed include GST registration, e-invoicing, invoice matching, input tax credit (ITC), refunds and reducing compliance issues for businesses.

25 Sep 2026 10:28 pm
Delhi Police detain protesters at Jantar Mantar demanding CEC Gyanesh Kumar's resignation

Police erected barricades to stop protesters during marches towards the Election Commission office and detained them before taking them away in buses. Members of the Students' Federation of India (SFI), Indian Youth Congress and other groups were among those detained.

25 Sep 2026 10:27 pm
Karnataka says cannot release 4,000 cusecs Cauvery water to Tamil Nadu amid drought

Karnataka has sought a reduction to 3,000 cusecs, citing drinking water needs, crop requirements and low reservoir storage, and plans to seek legal advice on the CWRC directive.

25 Sep 2026 10:26 pm
Kamaljeet-Suruchi win gold, Baranica claims historic bronze; India's medal tally rises to 23

The duo credited coach Samaresh Jung for helping them move past the disappointment and focus on the next opportunity. Kamaljeet also dedicated the medal to his family, while Suruchi credited her parents for their support

25 Sep 2026 10:26 pm
J&K Assembly Erupts in Uproar Over Omar's Statehood Resolution; BJP Opposes 2000 Autonomy Reference

The J&K Legislative Assembly witnessed a major uproar after Chief Minister Omar Abdullah moved a resolution seeking immediate restoration of full statehood, with the BJP strongly opposing the reference to the 2000 autonomy resolution. BJP MLAs stormed the Well, tore copies of the resolution and raised slogans, prompting Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather to adjourn the House until Monday.

25 Sep 2026 10:25 pm
Bank FD rules to change from October 1: Will your fixed deposit interest rate be affected?

RBI's new FD rules take effect October 1, bringing greater transparency and flexibility in bulk deposits of Rs 3 crore or more, while retail FDs may see no direct impact.

25 Sep 2026 8:30 pm
Netanyahu brings a pager to the UN, calls accusations of genocide in Gaza 'the biggest lie'

He also held up a pager to recall the 2024 Hezbollah communications-device explosions, while claiming Israel had weakened the group's leadership and arsenal. Netanyahu criticised his opponents, including New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani, and defended Israel's actions against Hamas, Hezbollah and Iran

25 Sep 2026 8:21 pm
Lalbaugcha Raja: Anant Ambani performs Sashtang Namaskar, Mukesh Ambani carries granddaughter, Nita Ambani applies tilak

Nita Ambani was seen with their grandchildren near the idol as they sought blessings from Lalbaugcha Raja. Anant Ambani was also seen at the pandal with one of the children. In the video, he can be seen standing before the idol and seeking Bappa's blessings along with the child.

25 Sep 2026 8:19 pm
US senators urge permanent ban on Chinese connected vehicles in America

Two US senators have proposed legislation to permanently ban Chinese connected vehicles and parts due to security concerns.

25 Sep 2026 5:45 pm
TRAI launches Digital Connectivity Rating platform to aid property buyers

TRAI launched the Digital Connectivity Rating platform and mobile app to help consumers access credible digital connectivity data of properties.

25 Sep 2026 5:42 pm
Sensex gains 315 points, Nifty rises as crude prices ease, US-Iran deal hopes grow

Indian markets rose on Friday as easing crude prices and progress in US-Iran talks bolstered sentiment.

25 Sep 2026 5:02 pm
Vvaan review: Sidharth Malhotra, Tamannaah Bhatia's folklore thriller explores faith, atheism and Chhath Puja

Sidharth Malhotra and Tamannaah Bhatia's The Vvaan received mixed responses from moviegoers. While some praised its visuals, regional roots and supernatural storyline, others appreciated the performances of Sidharth and Tamannaah

25 Sep 2026 5:01 pm
UPI MDR explained: How new 0.4% collected will be split by banks, payment apps

The MDR collected on eligible high-value merchant transactions will be divided among participants in the UPI ecosystem, with 40% going to the customer's bank, 30% to the acquiring bank or payment gateway, 20% to the UPI app and 10% to the sponsoring bank.

25 Sep 2026 4:07 pm
Pitru Paksha 2026: Can men and women cut nails, shave or get a haircut? do's and don'ts

Avoiding activities such as haircuts, shaving and nail trimming is therefore seen as a way of maintaining a restrained and respectful lifestyle during the period.

25 Sep 2026 3:59 pm
Manpower Crunch Hits J&K Health Sector, 12,600+ Posts Vacant

Jammu and Kashmir Government says vacancies are being addressed through NHM appointments and recruitment, while focus remains on strengthening and optimally utilising existing health facilities.

25 Sep 2026 1:02 pm
Trump and Xi raise a toast to 'friendship' at lavish White House state dinner

Trump and Xi raised a toast to 'friendship' at a lavish White House state dinner Thursday night even as trade and AI tensions between the two nations remain far from resolved.

25 Sep 2026 12:50 pm
Mumbai entertainment tax hike: BMC proposes 570% increase for multiplexes; movie tickets may get costlier

For multiplexes, the proposed levy is Rs 400 per show, compared with the existing Rs 60 charged for air-conditioned cinemas. This is the figure behind the widely reported 570% hike. For single-screen AC cinemas, the proposed rate is Rs 200 per show. Non-AC cinemas, meanwhile, have been listed at Rs 90 per show

25 Sep 2026 12:49 pm
J&K Police Probes Jammu Gangsters' Alleged Links with Dubai-Based Terror Operative Shahzad Bhatti

The Jammu and Kashmir Police has widened its investigation into the R.S. Pura Observation Home escape case to probe alleged links between local gangsters and Dubai-based gangster-turned-terror operative Shahzad Bhatti.

25 Sep 2026 12:49 pm
Alia Bhatt's Don't Be Shy, Jennifer Winget's Shaque, Yash's Toxic: List of films and series to watch this weekend

The final week of September brings a diverse line-up of films and web series across major OTT platforms, spanning mystery, crime, courtroom drama and romance. Parineeti Chopra's Shaque: Trust No One, Yash's Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown-Ups, Aneet Padda's Hunkkaar: The Roar, Don't Be Shy and The Love Hypothesis.

25 Sep 2026 12:49 pm
Bihar shocker: Another girl allegedly harassed in public at Mandar Parvat tourist site, FIR registered against six

Five people have been detained in Samastipur after a video allegedly showing the public harassment of a young girl went viral on social media. Police are verifying the video's authenticity, identifying those involved and investigating the circumstances of the alleged incident.

25 Sep 2026 12:42 pm
SBI issues customer advisory ahead of proposed three-day bank strike

SBI has urged customers to complete important transactions in advance and use ATMs, CSPs, Internet Banking, YONO, Mobile Banking, UPI and other digital services during the strike period.

25 Sep 2026 12:41 pm
Sensex, Nifty open higher: Sensex gains 96 points to 73,676, Nifty rises 20 points to 23,084

As of 9.24 am, the Sensex was up 96 points, or 0.13 per cent, at 73,676, while the Nifty gained 20 points, or 0.09 per cent, to 23,084.

25 Sep 2026 11:28 am
CJP gives CEC Gyanesh Kumar 48 hours to resign, threatens nationwide protest over electoral rolls

Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke has demanded Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar's resignation within 48 hours, alleging irregularities in electoral roll revisions and questioning the Election Commission's functioning.

24 Sep 2026 10:05 pm
Mushtaq Khan dies at 56 after battling cancer, fans remember Welcome actor's iconic roles

According to reports, Mushtaq was battling cancer. He had been admitted to Mumbai's Nanavati Hospital in critical condition. He was placed in the ICU and reportedly passed away on Thursday evening.

24 Sep 2026 10:04 pm
Twinkle Khanna papped with son Aarav, daughter Nitara at airport; fans say son looks like Rajesh Khanna

Twinkle Khanna was spotted with son Aarav and daughter Nitara at Mumbai airport. The rare appearance grabbed attention online, with fans praising the star kids and saying Aarav bears a striking resemblance to his late grandfather Rajesh Khanna.

24 Sep 2026 10:04 pm
Sooraj Pancholi says he never met Disha Salian or Aaditya Thackeray, speaks on death threats

Actor Sooraj Pancholi says he received online abuse and death threats after his name was linked to the Disha Salian death case. He clarified that he has never met Disha Salian or Aaditya Thackeray and urged investigating agencies to conduct a thorough probe.

24 Sep 2026 7:54 pm
Gold price falls Rs 1,600 to Rs 1.52 lakh as strong dollar, rising crude prices pressure bullion

Gold prices fell Rs 1,600 to Rs 1.52 lakh per 10 grams in New Delhi, extending losses for a fourth session, while silver dropped Rs 5,000 to Rs 2.37 lakh per kg. A stronger US dollar, higher Treasury yields, rising crude oil prices and weak global cues weighed on precious metals.

24 Sep 2026 7:52 pm
Dyson V16 Piston Animal ends your search for the ideal vacuum cleaner at Rs 79,900: Here's why

Dyson has launched the V16 Piston Animal cordless vacuum in India at Rs 79,900. It features a 900W motor with 315AW suction, an anti-tangle cleaner head that handles long hair, automatic floor-type detection, a dust-compressing CleanCompaktor bin, HEPA filtration and up to 70 minutes of runtime.

24 Sep 2026 7:08 pm
Sensex tanks 1,248 points, Nifty slips below 23,100 amid oil price concerns

Sensex fell 1,247.71 points and Nifty slipped below 23,100 as higher US yields, rising crude, a stronger dollar and financial stocks drove a broad sell-off.

24 Sep 2026 4:06 pm
Smartphone screen protectors may get costlier from April 2027 under new BIS rules

The rule introduces quality standards covering strength, optical performance and traceability. Manufacturers will need certification before sale, potentially affecting low-cost unbranded products and reshaping the fragmented screen protector market in India.

24 Sep 2026 4:05 pm
Newlywed survives helicopter crash that killed husband hours after wedding

Newlywed Jesni Sam survived a helicopter crash in Georgia just hours after her wedding to Delta pilot Dave Fiji. Dave and the helicopter's pilot were killed, while Jesni suffered severe injuries and remained trapped in the wreckage for nearly six hours, according to a lawsuit filed by Robb & Robb LLC.

24 Sep 2026 4:05 pm
New UPI MDR policy will not affect three-fourths of merchants: NPCI chief

NPCI chief Dilip Asbe said. He said most MDR costs are expected to come from large businesses, while banks, payment aggregators and NPCI will work to prevent merchants from passing the charges on to consumers.

24 Sep 2026 4:02 pm