RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat said India led the world 3,000 years ago without conquering nations or suppressing trade, instead spreading civilisation and knowledge. Speaking at a book launch, he termed India the “best country” then, citing ancestors’ purity, advanced technology, harmony, and a happy, cultured life without conflict or environmental damage.
An audio leak reignited the controversy over Congress leader N M Vijayan’s alleged suicide, with his family accusing party leaders of failing to settle liabilities. Vijayan and his son died last year, while daughter-in-law Padmaja recently attempted suicide. CPI(M) leader M V Jayarajan alleged Congress leaders cheated the family with false promises and bribes.
Delhi recorded a maximum temperature of 34.4°C, 2.1 notches above the seasonal average, and a minimum of 25.6°C, 0.5 notch below normal, with 58% humidity at 5:30 pm, the IMD said. Monday may see partly cloudy skies with temperatures near 35°C and 25°C. Air quality remained ‘moderate’ with an AQI of 110, according to CPCB […]
The District Collectors’ Conference will be held at the Andhra Pradesh State Secretariat on September 15 and 16. Ministers and officials have been directed to submit department-wise reports. The state govt recently transferred 12 district collectors and instructed their replacements to assume charge immediately, ahead of the key review meeting.
Team India delivered a stellar bowling performance against Pakistan in the Asia Cup match, restricting them to 127/9 in 20 overs. Kuldeep Yadav took 3 wickets, while Axar Patel and Bumrah claimed 2 each. Pandya and Chakravarthy grabbed one apiece. Farhan (40) and Afridi (33) were Pakistan’s top scorers. India’s target: 128.
Surat police busted a high-profile sex racket at a Jahangirpura hotel, arresting 22 people, including 13 Thai women. The racket, run via WhatsApp, charged clients ₹3,500–₹5,000. Key suspects managed hotel operations and collected payments. Police invoked the Immoral Traffic Act and continue the search for the main accused behind the operation.
Private professional colleges in Telangana will shut indefinitely from September 15, protesting ₹1,200 crore in unpaid fee reimbursements. Marking Engineer’s Day as ‘Black Day’, FATHI claims financial crisis has left staff unpaid and academics disrupted. Colleges demand immediate fund release and a new reimbursement policy for 2025-26.
RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav criticized the BJP for allowing the India-Pakistan Asia Cup match post-Pahalgam terror attack. He accused the BJP of double standards—escalating tensions for politics but resuming ties when convenient. Yadav called Pakistan a “partner of BJP,” questioning the government’s inconsistent stance on national security.
After a massive far-right rally in London, UK PM Keir Starmer condemned violence and racism, vowing not to surrender national identity to extremists. Over 100,000 marched against immigration, clashing with police. Starmer reaffirmed support for diversity, denouncing hate-driven protests and misuse of the English flag to fuel division and promote anti-immigrant rhetoric.
Pakistan crumbles to 64/6 against India in Asia Cup 2025. Axar Patel and Kuldeep Yadav shine with quick breakthroughs. Kuldeep is on a hat-trick after removing Mohammad Nawaz for a golden duck. Earlier, Bumrah and Pandya struck early, but brief resistance from Fakhar and Farhan ended quickly as India took firm control.
Eight students from a tribal school in Odisha were hospitalised after a classmate allegedly poured Fevikwik into their eyes while they slept. One student is critical, while others are under treatment. The incident occurred in Kandhamal district, triggering police investigation. A teacher discovered the children unable to open their eyes early in the morning.
Telugu theatres are buzzing again, thanks to small films like Little Hearts, Kishkindhapuri, and Mirai. While Little Hearts continues its strong run, Kishkindhapuri gains momentum. Mirai leads with rave reviews and packed shows. After a dull summer and monsoon, September finally brings excitement back to cinemas. All eyes now on OG.
The idea of a uniform “Muslim vote bank” in Bihar is a myth. Voting patterns are shaped by internal caste divisions (Ashraf, Ajlaf, Arzal), local demographics, and regional dynamics. While national mood influences Muslim consolidation against the BJP, local concerns, caste identity (Pasmanda), and benefits also drive decisions.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah emphasized making Hindi a language of science, law, and policing. Speaking at a language summit, he urged its expansion beyond conversation to connect with the public. Shah promoted flexibility in Hindi, respect for all Indian languages, and called for speaking to children in their mother tongues to boost learning.
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah’s remarks on caste-driven conversions in Hinduism sparked BJP backlash. He questioned inequality within religions, asserting people convert by choice. BJP’s R Ashoka countered sharply, challenging Siddaramaiah to question practices in Islam, including mosque entry for women and religious terminology.