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Asad Alam Siam named as new Bangladesh High Commissioner to India
Bangladesh has appointed Foreign Secretary Asad Alam Siam as its new High Commissioner to India, with India formally approving the nomination.
US national VanDyke gets default bail in NIA terror conspiracy case
A Delhi court has granted default bail to US national Matthew Aaron VanDyke in a case involving alleged violations of the Immigration and Foreigners Act.
Maharashtra Minister Warns Of Potential Severe Drought Situation
Maharashtra is facing an alarming drought situation in September.
In UN Address, Trump Claims He Settled India-Pakistan Conflict
Donald Trump claimed in a UN address that he resolved the conflict between India and Pakistan.
Father demands arrests in IIT-Bombay student suicide case
The father of a deceased IIT-Bombay student is demanding the arrest of individuals he holds responsible for his son's suicide.
220 drug samples fail quality tests in August 2026
A total of 220 drug samples failed quality tests in August 2026, with one case of counterfeit medication identified in Delhi.
Turkey raises Kashmir issue again at UN General Assembly
Turkey's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan raised the issue of Kashmir during his address at the United Nations General Assembly.
Government brings smartphone screen protectors under Bureau of Indian Standards
The Indian government has mandated Bureau of Indian Standards certification for smartphone screen protectors effective April 1, 2027.
India prioritizes energy security despite US tariff threat
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman stated that India will prioritize national energy security and practical sourcing needs over potential US tariff risks.
Trump Reiterates He Ended India-Pakistan War at UNGA
Donald Trump claimed at the UN General Assembly that he prevented a war between India and Pakistan and received thanks from Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif.
Foreign coach booked for raping minor athlete during training
A Kazakhstan coach working with the Indian cycling team is under investigation for the alleged rape of a minor athlete.
CM Vijay announces 7.5 million rupee reward for Team India player
Chief Minister Vijay has announced a prize of 7.5 million rupees for Tamil Nadu cricketer G. Kamalini following India's gold medal win at the 2026 Asian Games.
Trump claims at UN he prevented war between India and Pakistan
Donald Trump claimed at the United Nations General Assembly that he prevented a war between India and Pakistan and saved thirty million lives.
Turkish President Erdogan raises Kashmir issue in UNGA speech
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan mentioned the Kashmir issue during his speech at the United Nations General Assembly.
Sonam Wangchuk to lead 20-km symbolic march in Leh on September 23
Activist Sonam Wangchuk plans a symbolic 20-km march in Leh on September 23 to advocate for Ladakh's political and environmental interests.
Indian Men's And Women's Teams Knocked Out In Table Tennis
Both Indian men's and women's table tennis teams were eliminated from the Asian Games.
Decks Cleared For Bangladesh's New High Commissioner To India
The term for the current Bangladesh High Commissioner to India is ending next month.
India-U.S. trade deal unlikely until competitor countries probed, tariffed
An India-U.S. trade agreement is reportedly stalled until the U.S. initiates Section 301 investigations and applies tariffs against India's regional competitors.
Shafali Verma breaks two world records in a single match
Shafali Verma broke two world records during a cricket match at the Asian Games.
IB school leaders from pan-India converge at IB Manthan 2026
Educators from across India gathered at Aga Khan Academy Hyderabad for the IB Manthan 2026 conference to discuss international education practices.
Sustained dialogue key for investment, strengthening energy resilience says Hardeep Singh Puri
India and OPEC officials met to discuss energy security and cooperation during the Seventh High-Level Meeting of the OPEC-India Energy Dialogue.
Drug trade to be uprooted from country by end of 2029
Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced a target to eliminate the drug trade in India by the end of 2029.
ARMAAN wins Digital Transformation award
The organization ARMAAN received a businessline Changemaker Award in the Digital transformation category for its maternal and neonatal health initiatives.
India to face Japan in Asian Games women's cricket quarter-final
The Indian women's cricket team is set to face Japan in the Asian Games quarter-finals in Nagoya.
Typhoon Dujuan impacts India's cricket match preparations in Japan
Typhoon Dujuan causes travel and sporting disruptions in Japan, impacting the Indian cricket team's preparations for a T20 match.
Government hospital staff pattern in Keralam to be revised
The Kerala government will revise outdated hospital staff patterns to reduce worker load and support new critical care facilities.
Rain alert in 19 states tomorrow; Odisha, Andhra, Telangana, Chhattisgarh to see heavy showers
The India Meteorological Department has issued a heavy rain alert for 19 states and union territories for September 23.
CDSCO Issues Advisory to Curb Indiscriminate Painkiller and Antibiotic Use
The Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation has issued an advisory to curb the indiscriminate use of painkillers and antibiotics to prevent health risks.
Banks may shut for five days as unions announce strike
Bank unions plan a three-day nationwide strike from September 28 to 30, potentially closing bank branches for five consecutive days.
Team India overtakes England to reclaim top spot
The Indian cricket team has reclaimed the top position in the ICC T20 rankings after defeating Japan.