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The Hyderabad city residents are facing severe difficulties due to the rising floodwaters of the Musi River. Especially due to the heavy flood flow from the Musarambagh Bridge, the Puranaphool cemetery has been completely submerged. Also, the authorities have closed the Chadar Ghat Lower Bridge, and there is a heavy traffic jam from Kothi to […]
UN sanctions against Iran returned after a decade following failed nuclear talks with Western powers. Targeting Tehran’s nuclear and missile programs, they also impact its economy. While the US, UK, France, and Germany urged compliance and continued diplomacy, Russia rejected enforcement. Iran maintains it is not pursuing nuclear weapons, keeping tensions high.
US President Donald Trump has repeatedly made statements perceived as diplomatic and economic pressure on India, often using trade imbalances and defense deals to assert leverage. His rhetoric, seen by some as blackmail, aimed to push India into more favorable terms for the US, raising concerns over bilateral relations and strategic partnerships.
Air India Express has launched its ‘Payday Sale’, offering major huge discounts on domestic and international flights. Under this offer, domestic fares start at ₹1,200 and international tickets from ₹3,724. The sale began on September 27 and will be available only until October 1, providing travelers with limited-time savings on upcoming bookings.
Moderate to heavy rains are lashing Telangana due to a depression over the Bay of Bengal. Heavy rainfall is expected in some areas today and tomorrow, accompanied by strong gusty winds of 40-50 kmph, thunder, and lightning. Vikarabad district recorded the highest rainfall of 15.1 cm yesterday, prompting alerts across affected regions.
The EC team, led by Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, will visit Bihar’s capital Patna on October 4th and 5th ahead of the upcoming. On this occasion, they will review the election preparations in the state. The state assembly polls are scheduled to be held in November, as the term of the 243-member Bihar Legislative […]
President Droupadi Murmu expressed shock over the stampede in Tamil Nadu, which claimed over 39 lives and injured 60 others. Extending her deepest condolences to the families of the deceased, she said she is praying for the speedy recovery of the injured. The tragic incident occurred last night and has triggered nationwide grief and concern.
The central government is considering extending the tenure of parliamentary standing committees from one to two years, following a proposal by the opposition. The suggestion aims to enable more thorough scrutiny of bills and laws. Currently, there are 24 standing committees, each comprising 31 members and functioning with a one-year term.
The Indian Intelligence Bureau suspects Sonam Wangchuk, arrested for protesting Ladakh statehood, has links with Pakistan. Ladakh DGP Jamwal stated that Wangchuk is in contact with a recently arrested Pak intelligence officer. Authorities are scrutinizing his foreign visits, claiming he uses them to incite unrest. A probe into his connections is underway.
The IMD has issued a red alert for Mumbai and surrounding areas from today to September 30 due to heavy rainfall. Authorities warn of urban flooding and landslides, urging residents to avoid flood-prone zones, monitor rivers, and prepare emergency measures. The Maharashtra government also advised caution amid widespread heavy to very heavy rain.
An LPG tanker carrying 27 crew, including 24 Pakistanis, was attacked by an Israeli drone, causing a tank explosion. Houthis detained the vessel after the crew extinguished the fire. Pakistan’s Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi confirmed the tanker and crew, including Sri Lankan and Nepali members, have now been released and left Yemeni waters.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov warned of a “decisive response” to any aggression after US President Trump backed shooting down Russian planes violating NATO airspace at the UN. Lavrov denied Moscow’s intent to attack NATO, yet praised Trump’s pragmatic approach to Ukraine, contrasting his threats with a reluctance to impose fresh sanctions.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi condoled the deaths in a stampede at TVK chief Vijay’s rally in Karur, Tamil Nadu, calling it “deeply saddening,” and wished the injured a speedy recovery. The chaos, triggered by overcrowding, left 34 dead and 46 injured. AIADMK’s Edappadi K Palaniswami also expressed grief and directed assistance to victims.
The International Paralympic Committee lifted partial suspensions on Russia and Belarus after rejecting full bans at its Seoul assembly. Both regain IPC membership before the 2025 Milan-Cortina Paralympics. Russia hailed the “fair decision,” while Ukraine condemned it, warning of possible boycotts and urging European partners to block aggressor nations’ flags.
Trump ordered military deployment to Portland, Oregon, to quell anti-ICE protests, calling demonstrators “domestic terrorists.” He authorized “full force” if needed, citing requests from DHS Secretary Kristi Noem. Portland would be the fourth city with such deployments, after LA, Washington, DC, and Memphis, amid ongoing legal challenges from state leaders.