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Getting away from gunshots

For many young Israelis, Dharamkot in Himachal Pradesh offers an escape from the pressures of military service and conflict, drawing them to Indias Hummus Trail, in search of peace and healing. Though there has been a marginal dip in visitors after the war, locals in the tranquil Himalayan retreat worry about over tourism, drug use, and rave culture, finds Vikas Vasudeva

The Hindu 21 Sep 2026 6:00 am

Mourinho fumes at referee, Simeone urges respect after fiery Madrid derby

Those were two clear red cards; the difficulties we've faced since the sending-off; 11 against 10; well, we can imagine what 50 minutes of 11 against 9 would have been like if justice had been done, said Jose Mourinho

The Hindu 21 Sep 2026 5:56 am

Early returns in Russias parliamentary election show main Kremlin party leading

With some 58% of the precincts counted, United Russia had nearly 58% of the vote for the 225 deputies apportioned by party lists, according to the Central Election Commission

The Hindu 21 Sep 2026 5:41 am

Asian Games 2026: India blank Kazakhstan, set up quarterfinal against Japan in womens badminton

We have a good team, and Japan also is a good, strong team, so its going to be a tough one, said P.V. Sindhu

The Hindu 21 Sep 2026 4:53 am

Premier League: Man City outgun Sunderland despite Brobbey hat-trick, Liverpool marks Iraolas winning return

United head into a three-week international break just two points outside the relegation zone as they failed to ease the pressure on manager Michael Carrick in a 1-1 draw

The Hindu 21 Sep 2026 2:57 am

Iran shuts language centre linked to French embassy

Based on the Tehran prosecutor's office, the illegal centre affiliated with the French embassy in Tehran, which has operated for years under the guise of language instruction, was closed, the judiciary's Mizan news website said

The Hindu 21 Sep 2026 2:01 am

Campaign to reduce the intake of salt

Cutting down salt is a simple change that can make a major difference to cardiovascular health less salt today can mean lower blood pressure, fewer heart attacks, and fewer strokes tomorrow

The Hindu 21 Sep 2026 1:08 am

Missing measure in Indias magnet mission

The strategic question is not simply whether India possesses rare-earth resources or whether imports from China can be reduced. The real policy challenge is understanding what happens in between

The Hindu 21 Sep 2026 12:50 am

AAI plans slew of changes at airport for improved passenger experience

Officials say they have identified issues faced by passengers and made a detailed plan to enhance various facilities.They will improve signage, create workstations, and upgrade furniture. Move follows T.N.s letter to Centre seeking to change airport operator

The Hindu 21 Sep 2026 12:17 am

Experts discuss specific diagnosis and brain modulation in Alzheimers care

Experts discuss the importance of accurate diagnosis and the potential of non-invasive brain stimulation in dementia care

The Hindu 21 Sep 2026 12:13 am

Say NO To Drugs, YES To Life

There is a scene that often repeats itself in almost every college hostel, every office party, every group of friends growing up. Some substances get passed around. A voice, casual but insistent says, everyone else is doing it. Saying no can feel like stepping out of the group. A pause follows, the kind where a young person quickly weighs the embarrassment of saying NO to a peer group against the discomfort of being singled out. That is the make-or-break moment, because addiction does not always happen with a conscious decision; it often starts due to the fear of being left out. NO To Drugs, YES To Life This is the quiet but critical moment that the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan (NMBA) was conceived to influence. Its larger purpose has been to build awareness around substance abuse, but its deeper challenge is social: to make a drug-free choice easier to make, easier to express and eventually, easier to see as normal. STEELY Resolve When the campaign was launched on 15 August 2020 by the Honble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, NMBA chose to fight for something more challenging: the courage of a single person, in a weak moment, to say NO in front of a peer group. That is why the most powerful word in the campaign may be the simplest one, No! Not a dramatic No!. Not a moral lecture. Just the confidence to decline when everyone around you appears to be saying YES. Honble PM has said, For the Viksit Bharat Sankalp Abhiyan, the name Nasha Mukt Yuva itself makes the resolve clear. As India sets the goal of becoming a developed nation, it is essential that our youth remain healthy in body and mind, full of confidence, and always free from the deadly habit of drugs. This is the purpose of the campaign. We must all resolve that our youth understand the dangers of addiction, remain aware, and stay away from it. The National Nasha Mukt Yuva Abhiyan now plays a major role in this resolve. NMBA: A Nationwide Movement of Shared Responsibility Six years on, that individual act has become part of something much larger. The campaign has reached more than 13.71 crore young people through pledges and mobilisation, while more than 31 lakh awareness activities have been conducted across schools, colleges and communities. It has become voluntarily common on campuses for students to make pledges, a gram Sabha now taking the topic as routine business. Where families once accepted a member's addiction in private shame, more than 10.65 crore women, through Self-Help Groups (SHGs) and community networks, have begun speaking about it openly, in their own language, to their own neighbours. More than 1.70 lakh Nasha Mukti Mitras (NMM) have emerged as community-level champions, helping carry the message to over 34.57 crore people, as on September 19, 2026. And the trend is skyward in the positive direction. This is where a public campaign begins to change social behaviour. NMBA has steadily moved beyond one-way awareness to create multiple avenues through which people can engage with the campaign, seek information and carry its message forward. The NMBA portal brings together information, educational resources, best practices and opportunities for citizens to engage with the Abhiyaan. https://www.dosje.gov.in/organisation/nasha-mukt-bharat-abhiyaan Drug-Free Youth, Drug-Free India Honble Prime Minister, Sh. Narendra Modi gave voice to this larger mission recently, in the 137th episode of the monthly radio address Mann Ki Baat, when he renewed the call for its goal- drug-free youth, drug-free India. His appeal was particularly significant because it extended beyond institutions and enforcement agencies to young musicians, students and theatre groups, recognising that messages are often most powerful when they travel through voices that young people already trust. That is, in many ways, what the last six years of NMBA have quietly built, not a wall of prohibition, but an alternative circle of belonging, one large enough now to reach every State and Union Territory, into schools, colleges, Panchayati Raj institutions, ASHA and Anganwadi networks and thousands of community organisations, each carrying the same pledge in its own words. From Awareness To Resolve A movement of this size does not stay confined to statistics for long; it begins to shape conversations in homes, classrooms and communities, bringing substance abuse into the open and making prevention a shared responsibility rather than a conversation reserved for moments of crisis. But awareness is only the beginning. For someone seeking help for themselves or a loved one, the next question is: where does one go to? NMBA has sought to make that step easier too. The National De-Addiction Helpline, 14446, provides a point of contact for information, guidance and referral to appropriate de-addiction services, helping turn a moment of concern into a possible first step towards recovery. For any person who has ever stood in that hesitant pause, weighing a friends insistence against their own better judgment, the journey of NMBA offers reassurance that they are not alone. What began in 2020 has grown into a nationwide movement, bringing together young people, families, communities and institutions around a common purpose. Together For Safeguarding Youth-The Beacon of India Citizens now have the opportunity to carry that mission further as Nasha Mukti Mitras, taking the conversation beyond campaigns and into the places where everyday choices are shaped. Because lasting change is rarely created by one campaign, one institution or one moment. It is sustained when awareness translates into everyday conversation, conversation becomes a collective resolve and that resolve finds its way into everyday life. That is the potential and impact of Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan, a campaign against substance abuse where the country stands together. Lets Join Hands To Safeguard Youth-The Beacon Of India. (Shri Sudhansh Pant, IAS, is Secretary, Ministry of Social Justice And Empowerment, Government of India. Courtesy: PIB)

RisingKashmir 21 Sep 2026 12:13 am

Village knowledge centre inaugurated in Villupuram district

Officials said the Village Knowledge Centre would play a crucial role in enhancing access to education, skills training, and economic opportunities for the local community

The Hindu 21 Sep 2026 12:13 am

North Chennai residents demand civic infrastructure, pollution control in Manali

United Nations Human Rights Office of the High Commissioner has recently accepted the report of the civil society in north Chennai as part of the study byHuman Rights Council Advisory Committee on pollution in the area

The Hindu 21 Sep 2026 12:04 am

Madurantakam bypolls: PMKs abstention adds to changing electoral equations

The impact of the SIR of electoral rolls on the size of the electorate was relatively limited in Madurantakam, with the electorate declining only marginally, whereas the number of voters increased significantly in 2026 compared with the 2024 Lok Sabha election

The Hindu 21 Sep 2026 12:04 am

Indias real rate moment, the cost of delay

The Reserve Bank of India faces a shrinking real-rate cushion as inflation rises and demand remains strong

The Hindu 21 Sep 2026 12:00 am

Keralam Chief Minister to launch 93.22-crore coastal protection project for Pozhiyoor

Project seeks to provide Pozhiyoor with a robust defence against invading waves using a combination of groynes, seawall and tetrapods

The Hindu 20 Sep 2026 11:56 pm

Meloni plans to ban burqas and niqabs in Italian schools, cap foreign students in classrooms

For us, anyone who comes to Italy and wants to build their future here must learn our language, understand our culture and respect our rules, said Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni

The Hindu 20 Sep 2026 11:51 pm

Indias NGOs at a new funding crossroads

Indias non-governmental organisations must navigate shifting foreign and domestic funding sources

The Hindu 20 Sep 2026 11:51 pm

Serious escalation: On the U.S., Russia Sanctions Act and India

The new U.S. law on Russian oil imports carries more legal weight

The Hindu 20 Sep 2026 11:40 pm

State-level conclave to discuss strategy to address human-wildlife conflict: Minister

Experts from Veterinary University, Kerala Agricultural University, Indian Council of Agricultural Research, Wildlife Institute of India, and Kerala Forest Research Institute, besides farmers, will participate in the discussions

The Hindu 20 Sep 2026 11:28 pm

Andhra Pradesh CM Naidu calls for eco-friendly constructions to protect environment

Observing that climate change is already a daunting challenge to be faced collectively, he lays emphasis on harnessing the potential of solar power, conserving water and converting waste into wealth to the extent possible

The Hindu 20 Sep 2026 11:18 pm

Vivanta Shillong morphs Sohra waterfall into head of Ganesh; removes post after furore

Shillong, Sep 20: Five-star hotel Vivanta Shillong got itself into a bit of a controversy today over a social media post celebrating Ganesh Chaturthi. The hotel chain had morphed an image of a Sohra waterfall into the head and trunk of an elephant, the animal associated with Ganesh. A Celebration of New Beginnings, the post [] The post Vivanta Shillong morphs Sohra waterfall into head of Ganesh; removes post after furore first appeared on Highland Post .

Highland Post 20 Sep 2026 11:17 pm

Depositors of finance firm to stage protest on September 21

More than 6,000 depositors comprising senior citizens and persons with disabilities have lost their funds due to a financial fraud which happened under the management of T. Devanthan Yadav, chairman and Managing Director

The Hindu 20 Sep 2026 11:11 pm

Chennai records 4,600 fever cases so far in September: Corporation

Around 95% of dengue cases were self-limiting and managed at home, while about 5% required hospitalisation, GCC Commissioner G.S. Sameeran said

The Hindu 20 Sep 2026 11:10 pm

Youth Congress felicitates new WJH leaders

Shillong, Sep 20: The Meghalaya Pradesh Youth Congress (MPYC) felicitated the newly appointed office bearers of the West Jaintia Hills District Youth Congress in Jowai. The programme was held in the presence of MPCC president Vincent H Pala. The newly constituted DYC will function under the leadership of Rishot Thubru as president. The programme was [] The post Youth Congress felicitates new WJH leaders first appeared on Highland Post .

Highland Post 20 Sep 2026 11:09 pm

Jowai shoolgirls receive self-defence training

Shillong, Sep 20: As many as 134 girl students of Jowai Presbyterian Higher Secondary School completed a five-day self-defence training aimed at boosting safety and self-confidence among girls. The training, organised by the District Hub for Empowerment of Women (DHEW), Social Welfare Department, West Jaintia Hills in collaboration with Happy Red Rooster, Shillong, was held [] The post Jowai shoolgirls receive self-defence training first appeared on Highland Post .

Highland Post 20 Sep 2026 11:08 pm

Phlangdiloin demands blacktopping

Shillong, Sep 20: A public meeting held at Phlangdiloin village, around 50km from Mawkyrwat, recently demanded immediate blacktopping of the Wahkaji-Phlangdiloin-Langpa road and connectivity between the Phlangdiloin and Ranikor areas. The meeting, attended by hundreds of residents including traditional heads and prominent leaders of the area, set a six-month ultimatum to the state government to [] The post Phlangdiloin demands blacktopping first appeared on Highland Post .

Highland Post 20 Sep 2026 11:06 pm

Work on elevated road corridor from Rajiv Gandhi Square to Indira Gandhi Square in Puducherry to commence shortly

The foundation for the project was laid by Union Minister for Road Transport Nitin Gadkari in October last year and the entire project cost would be incurred by the Central government

The Hindu 20 Sep 2026 11:06 pm

Push to preserve Koch language

Shillong, Sep 20: A push to preserve the endangered Koch language brought linguists and native speakers together at a two-day workshop held at Ghasura Gaon in South West Garo Hills on September 19-20. Funded by the Foundation for Endangered Languages (FEL), the workshop on Documentation and Archiving of Koch Language was organised by project director [] The post Push to preserve Koch language first appeared on Highland Post .

Highland Post 20 Sep 2026 11:04 pm

Science and technology are indispensable for growth of countries, says VIT Chancellor

The Chancellor highlighted the need to tap into the potential of a large number of young populations for the growth of the country

The Hindu 20 Sep 2026 11:03 pm

Students of 13 schools debate social media

Shillong, Sep 20: Students of 13 educational institutions went vocal with their respective opinions on the impact of social media on democracy during the 27th All Shillong Dr MM Das Memorial Inter-College/Higher Secondary School Debate Competition, organised by the Zenith Jubelieth Club on Saturday. Held at the Laban Bengalee Boys Higher Secondary School in Laban, [] The post Students of 13 schools debate social medias impact on democracy first appeared on Highland Post .

Highland Post 20 Sep 2026 11:02 pm

Trump to use Washington arch as military complex for drones and snipers

Mr. Trump cited national security concerns for the move, echoing the rationale offered for the roughly $400 million ballroom complex being built on the site of the White Houses former East Wing

The Hindu 20 Sep 2026 11:01 pm

Five persons held in Ranipet over murder charges

They were reportedly involved in the killing of a van driver due to previous enmity

The Hindu 20 Sep 2026 10:55 pm

Medical camp organised in Vijayawada

The Hindu 20 Sep 2026 10:51 pm

Chess Olympiad | Polish women make a habit of beating India

Vaishalis loss to Maltsevskaya on the second board proves vital as the defending champion goes down 1.5-2.5; Pragg and Gukeshs wins do it for the titlist in the fifth round of the open section

The Hindu 20 Sep 2026 10:49 pm

Fuel Prices Increased by Tk 20 per Liter

The prices of diesel, kerosene, octane and petrol have been increased by Tk 20 per liter, less than a month after the previous price adjustment. The new prices will come into effect from Monday. The Energy and Mineral Resources Division under the Ministry of Power, Energy and Mineral Resources issued a gazette notification on Sunday announcing the new prices. According to the notification, the retail price of diesel has been increased from Tk 115 to Tk 135 per liter, kerosene from Tk 135 to Tk 155, octane from Tk 145 to Tk 165, and petrol from Tk 140 to Tk 160 per liter. Fuel prices are generally reviewed and fixed at the beginning of each month. However, this time the prices have been increased by Tk 20 per liter with ten days still remaining in the month. Earlier, on August 31, fuel prices were kept unchanged. Since the current government came to power, fuel prices have been increased three times within seven monthsin April, June and September. Prices remained unchanged in the other months. The Energy Division said the prices were increased to reduce subsidies amid rising fuel prices in the international market. Since March 2024, fuel prices have been [] The post Fuel Prices Increased by Tk 20 per Liter appeared first on Energy Bangla .

Energy Bangla 20 Sep 2026 10:47 pm

Senior Taiwan official makes rare trip to China

China claims Taiwan is part of its territory and has threatened to take the self-ruled island by force if necessary

The Hindu 20 Sep 2026 10:31 pm

BJP leaders slam mimicry of PM at Rahul Gandhis student event

Mr. Gandhi seen laughing at comedian Pulkit Manis act mimicking PMs interactions with foreign leaders, others; extremely shameful, misleading youth, says M.P. CM; cheap political theatre, says Union Minister

The Hindu 20 Sep 2026 10:24 pm

Kurmis to be kept out of UCC, says West Bengal CM; promises to withdraw old cases

Suvendu Adhikari says government will fulfil promises made to community ahead of Assembly polls

The Hindu 20 Sep 2026 10:24 pm

IPS officers Kanthi Rana Tata, Vishal Gunni get postings after revocation of suspension

New SPs appointed for Markapuram, Palnadu and Polavaram districts

The Hindu 20 Sep 2026 10:20 pm

IPS officers Kanthi Rana Tata, Vishal Gunni get postings after revocation of suspension

New SPs appointed for Markapuram, Palnadu and Polavaram districts

The Hindu 20 Sep 2026 10:20 pm

India needs multi-partisan approach for next level of development, says Manish Tewari

The Chandigarh MP says India needs a movement akin to 1991, when the then PM Narasimha Rao and his Finance Minister Manmohan Singh forged a multi-party consensus on the countrys economic trajectory

The Hindu 20 Sep 2026 10:20 pm

India needs multi-partisan approach for next level of development, says Manish Tewari

The Chandigarh MP says India needs a movement akin to 1991, when the then PM Narasimha Rao and his Finance Minister Manmohan Singh forged a multi-party consensus on the countrys economic trajectory

The Hindu 20 Sep 2026 10:20 pm

Rasuwa floods: Death toll rises to 1,451 in Nepal

Kathmandu [Nepal], September 20 : The death toll in the Rasuwa floods has risen to 1,451, Nepal's National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority (NDRRMA) said on Sunday, as search, rescue and relief operations continued in the affected areas. Providing an update on the operations as of 7 PM on Sunday, the NDRRMA said a total of 13,784 people have been rescued, while 5,786 people remain missing, including 636 foreign nationals. According to the disaster management authority, 33 Nepalese Army helicopters conducted flights to the affected areas as part of the ongoing rescue and relief efforts. It further said 15 people are currently undergoing treatment at five different hospitals, while medical treatment has been provided to 10,163 people by various security forces. On rehabilitation efforts, the NDRRMA said an alternative housing and livelihood grant has been put in place for families unwilling to stay in holding centres. Families unwilling to stay in holding centres will be provided a monthly allowance for accommodation and livelihood until alternative housing is arranged, for a maximum period of six months, at a rate of NPR 15,000 per family (for up to four members), plus an additional NPR 2,000 per member for any members exceeding that number, the NDRRMA said. It added that the process for receiving the grant has been established and sent to the concerned local governments for implementation. The measures come as authorities continue search, rescue, medical assistance and rehabilitation efforts in the flood-affected areas. Meanwhile, Nepalese Finance Minister Swarnim Wagle on Friday expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Government and the people of India for the extraordinarily generous support extended to Nepals rescue and relief efforts following the devastating flash floods, as Kathmandu looks to mobilise international assistance for a massive reconstruction programme. Meanwhile, as India continues to advance its assistance towards Nepal following the catastrophic floods on August 26, India delivered 11 tonnes of relief goods to Nepali officials on Saturday as the ninth aircraft carrying supplies landed in the Himalayan nation from India. Indias support to Nepal's recovery efforts continues: The 9th Indian Air Force (IAF) flight with 11 tonnes of material, including tents, medicines, sleeping bags and forensic supplies, arrived in Kathmandu and were handed over to the Government of Nepal, the Ambassador of India to Nepal, Naveen Srivastava, stated on X. India fast-tracked the dispatch of relief inventory, equipment and specialist personnel to Nepal, utilising nine dedicated aircraft beginning August 26 in response to the catastrophic flash floods. (ANI)

RisingKashmir 20 Sep 2026 10:14 pm

An Indian woman phytochemist without parallel

Asima Chatterjee pioneered research on medicinal plants and plant-derived drugs, while breaking barriers for women in Indian science

The Hindu 20 Sep 2026 10:12 pm

Delhi SIR: Rekha Gupta, Arvind Kejriwal among 33.1 lakh voters flagged for verification

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta and former Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal are among 33.1 lakh voters issued notices during the SIR exercise. Voters have been flagged either for discrepancies in their details or because they could not be mapped to the previous SIR roll. Heres why these names were flagged and what happens next.

The Hindu 20 Sep 2026 10:03 pm

Delhi SIR: Rekha Gupta, Arvind Kejriwal among 33.1 lakh voters flagged for verification

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta and former Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal are among 33.1 lakh voters issued notices during the SIR exercise. Voters have been flagged either for discrepancies in their details or because they could not be mapped to the previous SIR roll. Heres why these names were flagged and what happens next.

The Hindu 20 Sep 2026 10:03 pm

Pakistani forces kill 5 militants and free 23 hostages in operation in the southwest

Pakistani security forces have killed five militants in a shootout and freed 23 hostages in the countrys southwest

The Hindu 20 Sep 2026 9:51 pm

Mumbai Coastal Road crash: Three students killed as BMW plunges 75 feet

Three students were killed and another critically injured after a BMW crashed off Mumbais Coastal Road early on September 20. Police said the car was travelling at high speed when the driver lost control, hit the outer wall and plunged nearly 75 feet. An investigation into the crash is under way.

The Hindu 20 Sep 2026 9:33 pm

Asian Games 2026: Keralams Vidarsa Vinod wins silver in 10m air rifle team event

Keralas Vidarsa K. Vinod won silver in the womens 10m air rifle team event at the Asian Games 2026 in Japan, becoming the first female sportsperson from the State to win an Asian Games medal in shooting. Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan congratulated her over a video call, while Minister T. Siddique visited her family in Kozhikode.

The Hindu 20 Sep 2026 9:24 pm

151 statues of Ambedkar were vandalised in U.P. under the BJP: Akhilesh Yadav

Releasing a Samajwadi audit report, the Opposition leader alleges the incidents are part of a wider pattern in humiliating marginalised social groups and Ambedkarites

The Hindu 20 Sep 2026 9:24 pm

Health Wrap Episode 51 discusses healthy diets, osteoarthritis research and more

The episode discusses healthy diets and the growing focus on protein, the role of diet and exercise in weight management, new research on osteoarthritis and cartilage regeneration, gaps in corneal donation and transplantation, and dog vaccination for rabies prevention

The Hindu 20 Sep 2026 9:23 pm

Organs of two brain-dead persons donated

The Hindu 20 Sep 2026 9:16 pm

Two killed, one injured in mudslide in Keralams Kottakkamboor

Kottakkamboor residents Balakrishnan and his sister Chinnu killed in mudslide while working on a garlic farm. Mudslide triggered by heavy rain. Balakrishnans wife, Mariyamma, has been hospitalised with severe injuries

The Hindu 20 Sep 2026 9:12 pm

The Hindu Sustainability Summit to explore pathways to a sustainable future

The meet will examine how responsible leadership, innovation and collaboration can translate sustainability ambitions into measurable impact

The Hindu 20 Sep 2026 9:09 pm

Trump claims Houthis agree not to fight U.S., as attacks mount on Saudi allies

Trumps latest comments to Fox News came as close U.S. ally Saudi Arabia is under growing pressure, with a missile targeting the capital Riyadh on Saturday, September 19.

The Hindu 20 Sep 2026 8:56 pm

Trump warns he has entered deciding mode on Iran, says ig things are in store

Washington, DC [US], September 20 : US President Donald Trump cautioned on Sunday that he has reached a decisive juncture regarding the conflict involving Iran, warning that significant consequences will follow if Tehran refuses to alter its behaviour. In remarks shared during an interview with the US network Fox News regarding his strategy in the ongoing war, Trump stated, My question is, if and when do I blow the entire nation up? They had better behave. Outlining his available courses of action, the US President noted that he could annihilate the country, permit it to economically deteriorate, or pursue a diplomatic settlement, while forecasting that very big things are going to be happening in the not-so-distant future. Addressing upcoming international engagements ahead of the UN General Assembly high-level week commencing Monday, Trump indicated a readiness for diplomatic talks, mentioning that he would probably be open to holding discussions with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian. Regarding broader conflicts across the region, Trump remarked that Washington maintains ongoing contact with Yemen's Houthis in the wake of their recent ballistic missile strikes directed at Saudi Arabia, maintaining that the faction has consented to refrain from attacking American personnel. However, indications suggest a new front is opening across the restive Middle East as the American administration studies potential military steps against the Houthis following their missile attack targeting the Saudi capital, Riyadh, which Saudi forces successfully intercepted. Amid these escalating regional tensions, President Trump cut short an overnight stay at Camp David and returned to the White House early. CNN National Security Analyst Alex Plitsas reported on X that discussions at the presidential retreat centred on deliberating and reviewing strike options concerning Yemen. Following these high-level deliberations, US embassies across the Middle East issued security warnings to American citizens regarding potential retaliatory targets. The security climate has grown increasingly complex, with ongoing regional friction involving Iran, Yemen, and Western interests. Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman previously addressed the gravity of the Houthi threat, asserting that military intervention could have swiftly concluded the conflict had it not been for concerns over innocent Yemeni civilians. Concurrently, US diplomatic missions have advised citizens to monitor consular alerts closely due to persistent threats of drone and missile strikes linked to Iran and its regional allies. Adding to the diplomatic dimensions, Irans security chief Mohsen Rezaei stated in an interview with Al Jazeera that Tehran has communicated its terms for ending hostilities through Qatari mediation, demanding an end to the war on all fronts, the unfreezing of national funds, and the cessation of the naval blockade. While the Trump administration weighs these conditions alongside military preparations, world leaders prepare to convene in New York for the United Nations General Assembly, where the unfolding crisis in West Asia is anticipated to dominate international discussions. (ANI)

RisingKashmir 20 Sep 2026 8:55 pm

Andhra Pradesh Congress party decides to contest all seats in local body elections

The partys PAC also decides to constitute a three-member committee to finalise possible alliances with the INDIA bloc, like-minded parties and organisations opposed to the BJP and NDA

The Hindu 20 Sep 2026 8:48 pm

After 10 years on duty, Kerala Police dog Samantha heads home with her handler

Veteran sniffer dog retires from Pathanamthitta district police force after a decade of service, to spend time away from duty with her handler

The Hindu 20 Sep 2026 8:48 pm

Panathur Railway Underbridge submerged after rain, commuters struggle through hip-deep water

Panathur RUB is a key connecting link between Gunjur, Varthur, and the ORR; several techies and employees of private companies on the ORR use the RUB regularly.

The Hindu 20 Sep 2026 8:47 pm

Preparations under way for Kalpathy chariot festival in Keralams Palakkad

The festival will be held from November 7 to 17; the main chariot celebrations will take place from November 14 to 16

The Hindu 20 Sep 2026 8:46 pm

SIR is an assault on Constitution: Jairam Ramesh

Congress leader says in most major States, more women than men have been deleted from electoral rolls during the SIR process

The Hindu 20 Sep 2026 8:45 pm

FSDA cancels 16 pharmacy licences, suspends 8, including Pfizer depot

The action follows the departments investigation into a large-scale unlicenced drug repacking and relabelling racket uncovered at a farmhouse in Bengaluru South districts Bidadi on August 18.

The Hindu 20 Sep 2026 8:44 pm