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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 […]
Haryana has given in-principle approval for Delhi to take over the ITO barrage to strengthen Yamuna flood management. The 1960s-built barrage faced scrutiny during the July 2023 floods when five gates jammed. Delhi Water Minister Parvesh Verma confirmed the handover, adding the city will also maintain the Munak canal’s Delhi portion.
Delhi’s sex ratio dropped to 920 females per 1,000 males in 2024 from 922 in 2023, while the birth rate declined to 14 per 1,000 population, according to an official report. The death rate rose to 6.37, though infant and maternal mortality fell slightly. Delhi registered 3.06 lakh births, mostly institutional, with mothers mainly aged […]
AIADMK chief Edappadi K Palaniswami sharpened his attack on dissident KA Sengottaiyan and expelled leaders O Panneerselvam, Sasikala, and TTV Dhinakaran, calling them “betrayers.” Warning they would be “isolated,” EPS recalled the 2017 crisis, defended ties with the BJP, and credited the Centre with safeguarding AIADMK post-Jayalalithaa’s death.
In a major boost for Hyderabad residents, two new passport service centers will be operational from today, September 16. The centers are located at Rayadurgam Metro and MGBS Metro Rail Station. These facilities aim to ease passport services in the city and will be inaugurated by Union Minister Kishan Reddy.
India will host US chief negotiator Brendan Lynch for a one-day meeting with India’s Rajesh Agrawal, continuing ongoing trade discussions. This follows recent statements by President Trump highlighting the special US-India relationship, a sentiment that Prime Minister Modi has warmly reciprocated, signaling stronger economic and diplomatic cooperation ahead.
The Congress welcomed the Supreme Court’s stay on key provisions of the Waqf (Amendment) Act 2025, calling it a victory for justice, equality, and fraternity. Jairam Ramesh said the verdict vindicates those who opposed the law, including dissenting Joint Parliamentary Committee members whose concerns were ignored but are now acknowledged.