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India Raises EPF Wage Limit to Twenty Five Thousand Rupees
The Indian government has increased the EPF monthly wage limit from 15,000 rupees to 25,000 rupees to expand social security coverage to over 5.1 million additional employees.

Google to report child sexual abuse material directly to Indian authorities
Google agrees to report child sexual abuse material directly to Indian law enforcement authorities.
INLD leader Sampat Singh criticizes BJP's Seva Sankalp Abhiyaan campaign
Indian National Lok Dal leader Sampat Singh accused the Bharatiya Janata Party of misusing state machinery and public funds for its 'Seva Sankalp Abhiyaan' campaign.

US House passes bill on Russia sanctions, potential tariffs for India, China
The US House of Representatives passed a bill authorizing the President to impose up to 100% tariffs on countries purchasing oil or gas from Russia.
Ladakh Leaders Withdraw Protest Plan Amid Progress In Talks With Centre
Political groups in Ladakh call off planned protests following progress in negotiations with the Indian government.
Govt Estimates 200 Chip Design Companies From Semicon 2.0
The Indian government projects the emergence of 200 chip design companies resulting from its Rs 1.27 lakh crore Semicon 2.0 initiative.
Hyderabad engineer dies under mysterious circumstances in USA 17 days after wedding
A 28-year-old civil engineer from Hyderabad died under suspicious circumstances in Massachusetts, USA, just 17 days after his wedding.

India reports 7.8 percent GDP growth as Abhinandan Varthaman quits air force
This morning news summary covers updates on India's GDP growth, the appointment of a new CEO for the Ram Temple Trust, the resignation of Abhinandan Varthaman from the Indian Air Force, a major banking fraud case involving IAS officers, and an interview with chess player Praggnanandhaa.

Central and Delhi government offices remain closed for BRICS Summit
Central and Delhi government offices will remain closed on September 11, 2026, in preparation for the BRICS Summit held at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi.
Legal experts advise review of intermediary liability laws after Pavel Durov arrest
Indian legal experts recommend reviewing the country's intermediary liability regime following the Russian security agency's charge against Telegram founder Pavel Durov.

IN-SPACe issues safety guidelines for private space company re-entry missions
India's regulator IN-SPACe issues new guidelines requiring private space companies to limit planned re-entry casualty risk to 1 in 10,000 and seek authorization.

Supreme Court grants bail to two alleged Indian Mujahideen operatives
The Supreme Court granted bail to two alleged Indian Mujahideen operatives citing prolonged incarceration and slow trial proceedings as violations of their right to liberty.

Shashi Tharoor criticizes government over International Labour Organization vote
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor criticized the Indian government for abstaining from an International Labour Organization vote on platform economy worker standards, calling it a national disgrace.
Sonam Wangchuk praises Vande Bharat train during visit to Ladakh
Scientist and activist Sonam Wangchuk praised the Indian Railways and Vande Bharat train during a trip to Ladakh while urging the government to honor promises regarding student protests.

Adil Hussain expresses concern over government response to Assam flood situation
Bollywood actor Adil Hussain criticizes the Indian government's handling of flooding in Assam after reporting his family remains stranded in Sivasagar.
ONGC plans strategic gas reserve amid regional supply disruptions
Iran war pushes ONGC to plan strategic gas reserve following failed government initiative and supply disruption vulnerabilities.

PM Modi announces fast track courts for NEET paper leak investigation
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the establishment of Fast Track Courts to punish those responsible for the NEET-UG paper leak amidst ongoing student protests and political demands for the Education Minister's resignation.

Sonam Wangchuk hunger strike draws international support across three countries
Activist Sonam Wangchuk's ongoing hunger strike over alleged irregularities in the NEET examination has sparked international demonstrations in the United States, the United Kingdom, and Ireland, while the Indian government engages in dialogue with protest leaders.

Global protests held in support of Sonam Wangchuk over NEET irregularities
Activists from Hindus for Human Rights held solidarity protests in New York, San Jose, London, and Dublin in support of Sonam Wangchuk's hunger strike over alleged NEET exam irregularities, demanding the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.