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Demolition of Mumbai’s century-old Elphinstone Road Over Bridge began to make way for a modern double-decker structure under the Sewri-Worli Elevated Connector project. The new bridge will feature 2+2 lanes on both levels, improving east-west connectivity. A traffic management plan was issued to minimise disruption in areas like Dadar, Lower Parel, and Curry Road.
India welcomed Nepal’s new interim government led by Sushila Karki, hoping it fosters peace and stability. Sworn in by President Ramchandra Paudel, Karki becomes Nepal’s first woman interim PM. Chosen via youth-led consensus, she is praised for integrity and judicial experience, aiming to restore order, hold elections, and guide the country’s development.
A UN report says repression in North Korea has worsened since 2014, with stricter surveillance, forced labour, harsher punishments, and executions, including death for sharing foreign media. Minor improvements include less violence in detention and fair trial laws, but freedoms remain severely restricted, making it the world’s most controlled country.
The Defence Ministry received a proposal from the Indian Air Force to acquire 114 Made-in-India Rafale jets, potentially India’s largest defence deal worth over Rs 2 lakh crore with 60% indigenous content. Built by Dassault and Indian firms, the order would raise IAF Rafales to 176. Safran plans an MRO facility in Hyderabad for M88 […]
Israeli military operations killed 50 people in Gaza, including 35 in Gaza City, as attacks intensified on Hamas strongholds. The UN warned the assault could worsen famine conditions. Britain, France, and Germany demanded a halt, while Israel vowed to continue targeting high-rise buildings used by Hamas to protect troops and disrupt operations.
Erika Kirk, widow of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, issued her first public statement since his death, speaking directly to Donald Trump. She said, “Mr President, my husband loved you and he knew you loved him too. Your friendship was amazing.” She also shared Charlie’s wish to make reviving the American family his top political priority.
Union Minister Manohar Lal Khattar said India will soon surpass the US to become the world’s 2nd-largest metro rail network after China. Speaking at Kerala’s Urban Conclave, he noted India’s 1,065 km metro span across 24 cities, with 955 km more underway. He also highlighted urbanisation trends, e-mobility plans, road projects, and the new “Super […]
Punjab floods caused ₹102.58 crore damage to power infrastructure, PSPCL said in its initial report. The Upper Beas hydel project in Pathankot suffered ₹62.5 crore loss. Over 2,300 transformers, 7,100 poles, and 864 km of lines were damaged. PSPCL buildings and substations were also hit, as teams worked nonstop to restore power.
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari said scrapping India’s 97 lakh unfit vehicles could yield ₹40,000 crore GST and create 70 lakh jobs. Speaking at ACMA 2025, he noted 3 lakh vehicles have been scrapped so far, with private firms investing ₹2,700 crore. Gadkari urged automakers to offer 5% discounts for scrappage certificates to boost demand.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Manipur today, Sept 13, his first trip since last year’s ethnic clashes killed over 250 people and displaced around 50,000. He will dedicate ₹8,500 crore in development projects and lay their foundation stones. The visit follows the SoO pact with Kuki groups and reopening of NH-2, vital for Northeast […]
In a landmark move, former Chief Justice Sushila Karki will be sworn in as Nepal’s first female Prime Minister tonight at 8:45 PM. This breakthrough follows massive Gen Z-led protests toppling KP Sharma Oli’s government, with talks involving the Army and President leading to Parliament’s dissolution and her historic appointment.
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma announced the State Cabinet will review the SIT report on Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi’s alleged Pakistan links following the Bodoland Territorial Council elections. The crucial polls for the council’s 40 constituencies, which administer the Bodoland Territorial Region, are set for September 22.
The Delhi High Court hearing over Karisma Kapoor’s children seeking their share in their late father Sunjay Kapur’s assets turned heated. A fierce verbal exchange between advocates Mahesh Jethmalani and Rajiv Nayar went viral. The court directed Priya Sachdev Kapur to disclose all of Sunjay Kapur’s movable and immovable assets.
Mauritius PM Navinchandra Ramgoolam offered prayers at the Kashi Vishwanath Temple in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, today, accompanied by UP Governor Anandiben Patel. On the previous evening, he also witnessed the Ganga Aarti at the Varanasi ghats. The Mauritian PM is currently on an 8-day tour to India, highlighting strong diplomatic ties.
The Supreme Court has banned photography, video recording, and reel-making within its premises, particularly in high-security zones. The decision comes as many visitors were seen taking selfies and creating reels, violating security protocols. Authorities emphasized that the court is a sensitive area and such activities compromise safety and decorum.