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AIADMK Puducherry State Secretary A. Anbalagan has called on the Assembly’s Public Accounts and Estimates Committees to summon officials over ₹28 crore in financial irregularities revealed by a CAG audit. He said the committees, which include Opposition members, must act independently. Only then can governance and administration improve, he added.
Navratri begins with the worship of ‘Maa Shailputri,’ symbolizing strength and purity. Devotees perform Ghatasthapana early morning, placing a Kalash filled with holy items. Dressed in white, ‘Maa Shailputri’ is honored with prayers and mantras. The day marks the start of nine days of devotion, fasting, and celebration.
Israeli PM Netanyahu slammed Britain, Canada, and Australia for recognising a Palestinian state, calling it “rewarding terror” after the October 7 Hamas attack. He reaffirmed there will be no Palestinian state west of the Jordan River and vowed to expand Israeli settlements in the West Bank, opposing international pressure and efforts toward a 2-state solution.
An IndiGo flight from Kanpur to Delhi was delayed by about three hours after a rat was spotted inside the cabin, causing inconvenience to 140 passengers and airport staff. All passengers were evacuated while a one-and-a-half-hour search was conducted. Originally scheduled to depart at 2:55 PM, the flight finally left at 6:03 PM and landed […]
Sunil Gavaskar blasted Shivam Dube for overstepping after dismissing Saim Ayub in India’s Asia Cup 2025 clash against Pakistan, saying, “You are a professional cricketer.” India dropped four catches, with Abhishek Sharma guilty twice. Despite the blunder, Dube impressed, taking 2/33 in four overs as Pakistan posted 171/5, powered by Sahibzada Farhan’s 58.
Protests erupted across all 26 Brazilian states and the Federal District over a potential pardon for ex-president Jair Bolsonaro and allies convicted of an attempted coup. Demonstrations grew after the lower house passed a constitutional amendment limiting arrests and prosecutions of lawmakers. The controversial measure now moves to the Senate.
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma said Zubeen Garg will be cremated on September 23 near Disang resort in Sonapur with full state honours. His body will be kept at Bhogeswar Baruah Stadium for fans to pay respects. Mourning was extended, and Singapore’s death certificate confirmed the legendary singer’s death was caused by drowning.
Trump announced he will posthumously award Charlie Kirk the Presidential Medal of Freedom following Kirk’s fatal shooting at Utah Valley University. Trump praised Kirk’s legacy and dedication to the country. He said the ceremony will be held at the White House in a “very safe” Washington, DC, crediting himself for ending crime.
India and the US will hold another round of bilateral trade talks today, September 22, with Union Minister Piyush Goyal leading the Indian delegation. The Ministry of Commerce & Industry stated that the previous talks on September 16 yielded positive outcomes, and the upcoming meeting aims to build on that momentum for mutual benefit.
Amid rising trade tensions with the US, PM Modi urged citizens to choose Swadeshi products and support local manufacturing. He emphasized self-reliance, reminding people of India’s freedom struggle. He called on states to boost production and investments, aiming to strengthen the ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ movement for economic independence.
At the rain-soaked OG concert in Hyderabad, Pawan Kalyan called director Sujeeth the true hero of They Call Him OG. Dressed in OG attire with a katana, Pawan thrilled fans. He praised Thaman’s music and the cast’s efforts. The event ended with a teaser trailer, building excitement for the September 25 release.
Union Minister Piyush Goyal said the world is “a bit afraid of India’s talent” after Trump ordered a $100,000 H-1B visa fee. Goyal emphasized India’s strong 7.8% growth and rising global trade interest. His remarks come ahead of his US trade visit, aiming to finalize a Bilateral Trade Agreement and improve economic ties.
TGPSC will conduct certificate verification for Group-II posts on September 23 and 24, with September 25 as a reserve day. Selected candidates must attend at Suravaram Pratap Reddy University, Nampally, from 10:30 am to 5:00 pm. Web options must be submitted between September 22 and 25. Absentees will be disqualified from further consideration.
During the IND vs PAK match in Dubai, Indian captain Suryakumar Yadav once again avoided eye contact and a handshake with Pakistani skipper Agha. A similar incident occurred on September 14. Back then, Pakistan blamed match referee Pycroft. If Pakistan wins today, political comments are expected to follow. Tensions remain high between both teams.
In the Asia Cup Super-4 clash against Pakistan, Team India won the toss and opted to bowl first. Skipper Suryakumar Yadav made the call. India’s playing XI includes Abhishek Sharma, Shubman Gill, Tilak Varma, Sanju Samson (wicketkeeper), Shivam Dube, Hardik Pandya, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, and Varun Chakravarthy.