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Premier League: Holders Arsenal beat Sunderland 2-0 to maintain perfect start

Digital Desk | London, Sep 12 (IANS) David Raya and Bruno Guimaraes were Arsenal's heroes as the Gunners maintained their 100 per cent start to t

BRICS Day 2: Leaders to Discuss Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation

The session is expected to provide an opportunity for BRICS leaders to deliberate on areas of common interest and discuss ways to strengthen coop

Three minors detained after vandalism inside Shiva temple in Bihar's Nalanda

Digital Desk | Patna, Sep 13 (IANS) Three minors, aged between four and five years, have been detained in connection with the vandalism inside a

Ukraine Under Siege: Zelensky Accuses Russia of Targeting Economy with Drone Strikes

Ukraines President Zelensky claims Russia is attacking the economy with drone strikes, targeting essential facilities and infrastructure. Ukraine

Sabalenka Breaks Racket After US Open Loss, Struggles with Emotions

Aryna Sabalenka expressed her frustration after losing to Elena Rybakina in the US Open final, breaking her racket in a moment of anger. Sabalenk

BRICS 2026 beyond the Declaration: An Indian feast, Bollywood tunes by the Malaysian PM, and more

With the diplomatic hurdles cleared early in the evening, the BRICS cohort returned to the decked-out Bharat Mandapam at night for the gala dinne

Indonesia passenger vessel with 243 people reportedmissing, agency says

Vessel travelling from the East Java city of Surabaya to the South Kalimantan city of Banjarmasin

BRICS Summit 2026 Day 2 Live Updates: India steers BRICS to consensus on trade, coercive measures amid West Asia rift

BRICS Summit 2026 Live Updates: Find here all the latest news updates on the 18th BRICS Summit on September 12 and 13 in New Delhi

Grand Bhasma Aarti at Mahakaleshwar Temple Attracts Devotees in Ujjain

A large gathering of devotees witnessed the grand Bhasma Aarti at Mahakaleshwar Temple, celebrating tradition and devotion. Grand Bhasma Aarti at

TN govt employees asked to declare assets, liabilities by October end

Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 13 (IANS) The Tamil Nadu government has directed all state government employees and officials to submit comprehensive

Indias economic strength to sustain global leadership; Trump policies drive US partners away, says lawmaker

Digital Desk | Washington, Sept 13 (IANS) Indias economic strength will sustain its global leadership, Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi said, warn

Old Reds return to Bastar: The state treads cautiously as 3,000 former Maoists make their homecoming

The homecoming of over 3,000 former Maoists is no easy task in Bastar. Over 1,000 of them are being kept in rehabilitation centres to shield them

U.S. Approves Additional $1 Million Aid for Flood Victims in Nepal

The U.S. has allocated an additional $1 million to assist Nepal in identifying flood victims, bringing total aid to over $5 million. U.S. Approve

Amid rising electricity demand and protests, TN taps generators, open market

Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 13 (IANS) Tamil Nadu has moved to purchase an additional 2,000 MW of electricity from power-generating companies and

Moderate Rain Forecasted Across 17 Districts in Tamil Nadu

Tamil Nadu experiences heavy rainfall, providing relief from heat as moderate rain is expected in 17 districts this weekend. Moderate Rain Foreca

Kajol shares hopes and fears as son Yug turns 16: Grow to be a good man

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 13 (IANS) Actress Kajol got emotional as her son Yug Devgan turned 16 on Sunday. She shared a heartfelt birthday messa

Firing at Hindu outfit chief's home in Bihar's Vaishali; probe on

Digital Desk | Patna, Sep 13 (IANS) Unidentified assailants opened indiscriminate fire outside the residence of the national president of a Hindu

Indonesia searches for passenger ship carrying 240 after losing contact

Indonesian rescuers launched a search operation Sunday after a passenger ship carrying 240 people lost contact in the Java Sea while travelling f

Indonesian Ship Carrying 240 Passengers Loses Contact In Java Sea, Search On

Initial information indicated the vessel's last known position was in the Java Sea, about 148 kilometres (92 miles) from a pier in Banjarmasin.

Can No Longer Be Delayed: UN Backs PM Modi's UNSC Reform Push

UN Secretary-General's Spokesperson backed PM Modi's remark that reform of the UN Security Council can no longer be delayed, saying the current s

Ship carrying 240 onboard loses contact in Java Sea near Indonesia

Delhi Traffic Police announces diversions for final day of Brics summit

In view of the BRICS Summit, Delhi Traffic Police on Sunday issued a detailed advisory announcing diversions at 22 points and regulating vehicula

Govt looking into land issues listed under Section 22A: Minister

Hyderabad: Telangana Revenue Minister Ponguleti Srinivasa Reddy on Saturday, September 13, said that the state government has initiated correctiv

Indonesia launches search for 240 after passenger ship goes missing

Indonesian rescuers launched a search operation for a missing ship. The vessel was carrying 240 people across the Java Sea. Communication was los

Scholarships, Loans And Savings: How Middle Class Students Can Study Abroad

Students should understand the work conditions attached to their student visa and factor any permitted earnings into their broader living-cost pl

U.P. top Shia leader pushes for stronger India-Iran ties in meeting with President Pezeshkian

India and Iran are two ancient civilisations with centuries-old cultural, intellectual, spiritual and trade relations. He stressed the need to fu

Moderate rain forecast in 17 TN districts after heavy downpour

Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 13 (IANS) Several parts of Tamil Nadu, including Perambalur, Vellore, Virudhunagar and Dindigul districts, received h

Indian-Origin Woman Killed in California Shooting After Months of Stalking

A spokesperson for DHS said Thakur's killer, Rohit, was from India and entered the United States through Arizona in 2023.

BRICS Summit Concludes with Strong Security Measures in New Delhi

The 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi wraps up with a focus on cooperation and stability in international relations. BRICS Summit Concludes with Str

BRICS open session: What the four pillars of New Delhi Declaration signal

India-hosted 18th BRICS Summit enters its second day today. The summit's open session will also be held today, where leaders will share their vie

Attack on Hindu Organization Leaders Home in Bihar Raises Concerns

A Hindu organization leaders home in Vaishali, Bihar, was targeted in a late-night shooting, leaving the community shaken but unharmed. Attack on

Game time after injury hiccups: Full-strength India take on Afghanistan in 1st T20I

Shreyas Iyer is set to captain India's full-strength T20I team against Afghanistan, marking the return of pace ace Jasprit Bumrah after a lengthy

AR Rahman backs Kashmir as Bollywood filming destination, says focus should be on beauty and peace, not violence

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 13 (IANS) Music maestro AR Rahman has called for a more positive portrayal of Kashmir in Bollywood films. He urged fil

AI agents could take over internet within a year: Anthropic CEO

New York: The CEO of Anthropic said Saturday, September 12, the artificial-intelligence industry should slow its fast-moving development to give

Iraq says Saudi pipeline attack originated from its territory

Baghdad: Iraq said attacks on a key Saudi oil pipeline were launched from its territory, as US President Donald Trump appeared to blame Iran. Mea

The nuts and bolts of creativity: a sculptor in Chennai experiments with unlikely material

Sculptor G. Sooriyamoorthy promotes the idea of art made difficult, and there is a method to this madness. His works will be on display at Lalit

Review | 5 Stories, Konkani and Kannada anthologies raise the bar for Indian translations

The translators bend English to the rhythms of Indian languages in these short story collections

Weekly Horoscope for September 14-20, 2026: Insights for Each Zodiac Sign

Discover your weekly horoscope from September 14-20, 2026, covering family, finances, health, and work insights for all zodiac signs. Weekly Horo

Had West Bengal not been created, we would have suffered fate of Chinmoy Das of Bangladesh, says Suvendu Adhikari

Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari targeted both the Left Front and Trinamool Congress government, accusing them of destroying the cultural traditio

Vessel Struck By Unknown Projectile In Strait Of Hormuz: UK Maritime Agency

UKMTO's report came the day after Saudi Arabia said it had temporarily closed its East-West pipeline as a precaution after a drone attack that bo

Vizianagaram: Three Killed in Auto-Lorry Collision

Police reached the spot and launched rescue operations. A case has been registered and further investigation is underway.

Iran and Oman Reach Agreement on New Maritime Routes in Hormuz Strait

Iran and Oman have agreed on new entry and exit routes in the Hormuz Strait, enhancing maritime security in the region. Iran and Oman Reach Agree

Iran, Iraq, Turkey call for preventing escalation of tensions in West Asia

Digital Desk | Tehran, Sep 13 (IANS) Iran, Iraq and Turkey have stressed the need to prevent an escalation of tensions in the West Asia region. T

BRICS Summit 2026: Saudi Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud arrives in New Delhi

SSC Graduate Level 2026 Exam Schedule Out: Exam Stages, Test Structure

SSC CGL 2026: The questions will be in English and Hindi except for English Comprehension.

Ebola Outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo Under Control, Yet Risks Remain

The Ebola outbreak in the DRC is now under control, but new cases still pose a threat, according to health officials. Ebola Outbreak in the Democ

The Blue Collar Uniform Hub of Chennai aligns with the times and grows bigger

Shops at Sydenhams Road in Periamet that offer uniforms and accessories for frontline workers in a variety of fields report certain shifts, many

Elena Rybakina Claims US Open Title, Denies Aryna Sabalenkas Hat-Trick Dream

Elena Rybakina wins her first US Open title, defeating Aryna Sabalenka in a thrilling final, ending Sabalenkas bid for a third consecutive champi

Chile arrests 284 in protests condemning Pinochet dictatorship

This year was the first since the end of Pinochet's brutal 1973-1990 rule that Chile did not hold any official events marking the era that left d

Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei Urges Slower AI Development over Safety Risks

Anthropic said two days earlier that it blocked efforts by bad actors to use its AI models for malicious activity, such as cyberattacks

Tesla to unveil long-delayed next-gen Roadster on October 1: Elon Musk

The unveiling event could include a demonstration of a limited-edition version equipped with cold-gas thrusters developed in collaboration with S

Hyderabad Rains: Avoid Flooded Roads, Traffic Police Issues Travel Advisory

Hyderabad Traffic Police has advised commuters to exercise caution and avoid unnecessary travel during intense rainfall.

Eastern Railways to take action against the perpetrators of fake AI images presenting Railway Stations submerged in water

Eastern Railways has decided to take strict action against the perpetrators of the fake AI images presenting Bhagalpur Junction, Kahalgaon ... Re

Break-in attempt at Kamala Harris' Malibu house; woman intercepted by security

Harsh Goenka warns of an AI threat to children that could be far bigger than job loss and it could shape their emotions, relationships and minds

Businessman Harsh Goenka expressed worries about AI's growing impact on young minds. He noted many teens use AI companions, finding them quite sa

Leaders Extend Greetings on the Auspicious Occasion of Lord Varaha Jayanti

Prominent leaders, including Union Minister Nitin Gadkari and UP CM Yogi Adityanath, offer heartfelt wishes on Lord Varaha Jayanti. Leaders Exten

Why Delhi is Afghanistan

NEW DELHI, Sep 12: When India take on Afghanistan in the opening T20I of their three-match series on Sunday, the venue may seem familiar, but the

South Korea tests global investor appetite with longer trading hours

Korea Exchange will extend trading in nearly all local stocks until 8 pm, seeking to boost foreign participation

Slipped and fell on saleswoman, then kissed her twice: Mumbai man gets 1-year jail

A Mumbai court convicted a cleaner for forcibly kissing a saleswoman last year. The judge dismissed the cleaner's claim of accidentally falling o

PM Modi Showcases Indias Deep-Tech Ecosystem at BRICS Summit

Prime Minister Modi highlights Indias innovation ecosystem during the BRICS Summit, showcasing deep-tech advancements at the India Innovates Expo

Top-order depth a luxury for India, says Iyer

NEW DELHI, Sep 12: India captain Shreyas Iyer believes the abundance of top-order batting options is a luxury rather than a selection headache ah

Have made plans for countering Jasprit Bumrah, says Zadran

NEW DELHI, Sep 12: Afghanistan captain Ibrahim Zadran said his team has worked out plans to counter Jasprit Bumrah ahead of Sundays opening T20I

Wasim Akram questions PSL batting pipeline

NEW DELHI, Sep 12: Pakistan great Wasim Akram has questioned the Pakistan Super Leagues ability to produce quality batting talent, contrasting it

Crazy day of chess! Carlsen loses, boosts Sindarovs GCL hopes, only to be denied

Magnus Carlsen suffered his first GCL 2026 defeat as Alireza Firouzja's Triveni Continental Kings upset APL Pipers, but the result failed to alte

Thaw in ties deserves to be cherished, says Xi; border peace is essential: PM Modi

England overcome Pakistan resistance for 3-0 sweep in Tests

BIRMINGHAM, Sep 12: England survived a major scare before beating Pakistan by eight wickets in the third Test at Edgbaston on Saturday to complet

SpaceX set to get weighting boost in Nasdaq 100 after index rebalance

Its weighting is expected to rise to about 2.82% from roughly 1.28%, based on pro forma data from Nasdaq's Global Index Watch circulated late Fri

Mass protests erupt in Germany as AfD eyes breakthrough in eastern states

A massive turnout in Erfurt, Germany saw protesters actively blocking access to the AfD's annual conference, showcasing a strong opposition to th

Indian-origin woman shot dead by stalker in US

Washington: A 38-year-old Indian-origin woman has been shot dead outside a restaurant in the US state of California by a 22-year-old man from Ind

35-Year-Old Man Dies in Road Accident Near Nallagandla

Police shifted the body to Gandhi Hospital for post-mortem examination.

Morning Digest: BRICS countries adopt New Delhi Declaration on first day of summit; Wangchuk accused of misleading people of Ladakh, and more

Here is a select list of stories to start the day

No IPO in 2026, firm to prioritise safety, says OpenAI CEO Sam Altman

Altman said this year would be an 'ill-advised moment' for initial public offering and that a listing won't take place until next year

Natural seasons, human seasons: An exploration by artist Meena Das Narayan

In this photo essay, we showcase a range of artworks by artist Meena Das Narayan, along with insights from her creative journey.

BRICS Summit 2026 LIVE updates: Global leaders express concern about 'growing risks' of nuclear danger and conflict

The summit, attended by a galaxy of world leaders, assumed greater significance as it unfolded against a backdrop of escalating geopolitical head

India eye 8th Women

Match starts: 8 pm Dubai, Sep 12: Seven-time champions India will look to Shafali Verma and Deepti Sharma to deliver once again when they take on

Elena Rybakina beats Aryna Sabalenka to win US Open, becomes world No. 1

Elena Rybakina secured her third Grand Slam title by defeating Aryna Sabalenka. This victory also propelled Rybakina to the world number one rank

Current inflation shock likely to last longer than expected: ECB president

The ECB raised interest rates this week for the second time since the Iran war sent oil and gas prices soaring

Ben Shelton beats Frances Tiafoe, to play Alexander Zverev for US Open crown

New York, Sep 12: Ben Shelton and Frances Tiafoe had a packed crowd sprinkled with celebrities cheering equally for them, as the two fan favourit

Weather today (September 13): IMD expects heavy rainfall in Maharashtra, Delhi, Telangana, Gujarat; check state-wise forecast

India weather today: The India Meteorological Department forecasts heavy to very heavy rainfall across several regions. Isolated extremely heavy

Townsend, Siniakova bag US Open women

New York, Sep 12: Taylor Townsend was tight, not moving well and could sense she was off swinging her racket early in the US Open womens doubles

PM Modi wants BRICS to help 100 startups scale yearly; Shuddh Swad turns Bihari thekua into a Rs 1 Cr D2C business

The New Delhi Declaration also proposes better access to finance for MSMEs, including through credit assessment frameworks and an invoice discoun

Nepal flood: US approves additional USD 1 million

Washington: The United States has approved an additional $1 million to help Nepal identify flood victims, taking its State Department assistance

US judge rules Trump DHS plan for 50% Fema staffing cuts as unlawful

A federal judge has ruled that a plan by the Trump administration to slash staffing at the federal agency tasked with responding to disasters by

Modi, Xi meet in Delhi, call for stable ties as India-China thaw gathers pace

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping met at the BRICS summit. They discussed repairing ties strained by a deadly

Long Weekend Rush Chokes GST Road, Tambaram Railway Station

People started leaving for hometowns from Friday night

The Quiet Erosion: Decoding Hidden Patterns Of Attrition

In the subscription-driven economy, acquiring a new customer is often five to seven times more expensive than retaining an existing one. Yet, man

Padel, pickleball boom brings a new wave of sports injuries to physiotherapists

Padel's growing popularity leads to more recreational players seeking physiotherapy treatment. Many beginners overlook essential warmups and prop

'Consensus acceptance by everyone': Congress leader Salman Khurshid praises BRICS Joint Declaration

'Consensus acceptance by everyone': Congress leader Salman Khurshid praises BRICS Joint Declaration

Iraq says attack on Saudi Arabia's pipeline originated from its territory

Iraq dismissed a provincial commander after finding Saudi pipeline attacks were launched from its territory

Indian-origin woman shot dead in California after months of stalking, accused dies by suicide

A 38-year-old Indian-origin woman was shot dead outside a restaurant in Sacramento, California, after allegedly being stalked for months by a 22-