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Cricketer Yuvraj Singh and actor Sonu Sood have been summoned by the Enforcement Directorate in connection with illegal betting apps and possible money-laundering violations. They join a growing list of celebrities under scrutiny. Yuvraj will appear before ED on September 23, followed by Sonu Sood on September 24, as part of the ongoing probe.
Bihar CM Nitish Kumar announced interest-free education loans under the Student Credit Card Scheme, ahead of assembly elections. The repayment period for loans up to ₹2 lakh has been extended to seven years, and for amounts above ₹2 lakh, up to 10 years. Launched in 2016, the scheme helps students pursue higher education after class […]
The Enforcement Directorate has summoned former cricketer Robin Uthappa on Sept 22 in connection with a money-laundering probe linked to online betting. Uthappa joins a growing list of sports personalities questioned for promoting betting apps, including Shikhar Dhawan and Suresh Raina. He will face ED officials for questioning in the ongoing investigation.
Brendan Lynch, US Trade Representative for South and Central Asia, reached Delhi’s Commerce Ministry to restart stalled talks on the India-US Bilateral Trade Agreement. He met chief negotiator Rajesh Agrawal, with discussions paving the way for the sixth negotiation round. Talks follow Trump’s 50% tariff on Indian goods, including penalties for Russian oil imports.
Heavy rain triggered floods and landslides in Himachal Pradesh, killing a family of three in Mandi as debris collapsed their house. Vehicles, buses, and shops were damaged, with visuals showing destruction at Jal Shakti and HRTC offices. In Shimla, dozens of vehicles were buried under debris as landslides struck amid torrential overnight rainfall.
Popular video streaming app TikTok may return to the United States, as the Trump administration is reportedly planning to lift the ban. Former President Donald Trump said he would discuss the matter with Chinese President Xi Jinping and shared the update on Truth Social, adding that American youth would be very happy if TikTok comes […]
US President Donald Trump filed a $15 billion defamation lawsuit against the New York Times in Florida, calling it “a virtual mouthpiece” for Democrats. Exceeding the paper’s $9.65 billion market value, Trump accused the NYT of smearing him, endorsing Kamala Harris, and lying about his family, business, and the MAGA movement for decades.
The IMD forecasts moderate rainfall across Tamil Nadu today, affecting districts including Chennai, Vellore, Madurai, and Tirunelveli. Orange alert is in place for several regions. Light rain is expected in Kallakurichi, Erode, Salem, and Kanyakumari. Thunderstorms and isolated heavy showers may hit Erode, Krishnagiri, Dharmapuri, and Tiruvannamalai.
The IMD issued an orange alert for Chennai and parts of Tamil Nadu, warning of heavy rain over 48 hours. Torrential early-morning downpours caused waterlogging in low-lying areas, disrupting commuters. Neighborhoods like Egmore, Kodambakkam, and Guindy were hit. The rain stems from a low-pressure system over South India and the Bay of Bengal.
Stephen Miran, Trump’s economic adviser, was confirmed to the Federal Reserve board by a 48-47 Senate vote, largely along party lines. He joins just before the Federal Open Market Committee meeting, where a first interest rate cut since December is expected. Trump pressured for lower rates, predicting a “big cut” amid slowing job growth.
A new road is set to connect Telangana government’s Bharat Future City with the Nagarjuna Sagar-Hyderabad highway. The Kandukuru-Yacharam road will be widened to 100 feet for this purpose. Also, the R&B route from Sagar Road to Medipalli via Takkalpalli will be expanded into a four-lane road to improve connectivity to Future City.
Two new passport service centers will open today in Hyderabad, inaugurated by Union Minister Kishan Reddy. One center is located at Rayadurgam Metro, and the other at MGBS Metro Station. These centers aim to make passport services more accessible and convenient for residents of Hyderabad and nearby districts.
An appeals court ruled Lisa Cook can remain a Federal Reserve governor, blocking Trump’s unprecedented effort to remove her before a key interest rate vote. Trump may appeal to the Supreme Court. The case, including disputed mortgage claims, raises concerns over political interference in the Fed’s historically independent monetary policy.
The Andhra Pradesh government has announced Dussehra holidays for schools from September 24 to October 2, totaling nine days. Schools will reopen on October 3. Separate holiday schedules will apply to junior colleges and Christian minority schools, with dates to be notified accordingly. These decisions were issued through key govt orders released recently.
Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will arrive at Begumpet Airport this evening. He will participate as the chief guest in the Telangana Liberation Day celebrations to be held at the Secunderabad Parade Ground tomorrow, Sept 17. The event, organized by the Union Ministry of Culture, will feature the unfurling of the national flag and a […]