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Record overnight rainfall of over 300 mm left Kolkata submerged on Tuesday, killing seven people by electrocution. Power and Internet services collapsed, metro and train operations were disrupted, and several Durga Puja pandals were damaged as the city braced for more rain.

TRAI on Tuesday released a draft amendment to reshape broadcasting and cable distribution norms, proposing new audit cycles, stricter compliance, and transparency measures. Public comments are invited by October 6, with the rules set to take effect from April 2026.

A 32-year-old woman was stabbed to death by her husband at Sunkadakatte bus stand in Bengaluru on Monday, in full public view and in front of her teenage daughter. Police suspect marital discord as the motive; the accused is absconding.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday extended greetings on the second day of Shardiya Navratri, dedicated to Goddess Brahmacharini. Sharing a devotional song, he prayed for courage and restraint for devotees. CMs Yogi Adityanath and Pushkar Singh Dhami also conveyed wishes.

DMK president and Tamil Nadu CM M K Stalin will chair a meeting of party MPs in Chennai, focusing on election strategy, welfare schemes, and coordination ahead of the 2026 Assembly polls.

Kolkata reeled under very heavy overnight rain on Tuesday, with over 300 mm recorded in some areas. Widespread flooding disrupted Metro and train services, paralysed traffic, and forced school closures. IMD warned of more rain due to a Bay of Bengal low-pressure system.

Vadodara, the cultural hub of Garba, is witnessing massive Navratri celebrations with global participation. UNESCO recognition and international delegates highlight the festival’s cultural significance as thousands gather to dance in devotion and unity.

Andhra Pradesh CM N Chandrababu Naidu on Monday announced a month-long awareness campaign to educate people about the benefits of GST 2.0 reforms. The state will hold 65,000 meetings till Diwali, highlighting tax cuts and economic gains for households and MSMEs.

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A 13-year-old Afghan boy from Kunduz flew undetected in the landing gear of a Kabul–Delhi flight before being caught at IGI Airport on Sunday. He claimed he acted out of “curiosity” and was repatriated on the same aircraft.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio called India “critical” to American interests after meeting EAM Jaishankar, with talks covering trade, defense, energy, and the Quad, even as differences remain on tariffs and Russian oil.

Fourteen people were injured after part of a commercial building collapsed in Indore’s Vijay Nagar on Monday evening. Rescue teams evacuated the trapped, with three in ICU. Authorities suspect poor maintenance or illegal alterations; a structural audit is underway.

Piyush Goyal met US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer in New York to advance trade talks, as discussions remain overshadowed by Trump’s H-1B visa restrictions and accompanied by recent birthday exchanges between Modi and Trump.

EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas assured India of a reliable partnership in multilateralism during talks with S Jaishankar, highlighting a new strategy to deepen India-EU ties across trade, security, and global issues.

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met US envoy-designate Sergio Gor in New York, affirming commitment to strengthen India-US relations, amid trade challenges and strategic discussions during the UN General Assembly session.

Karun Nair’s return to the Indian squad sparks debate ahead of the West Indies Tests. Competition for the first XI includes Nitish Reddy and Devdutt Padikkal. Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, B Sai Sudharsan and Shubman Gill are likely automatic selections

India U-17 men’s team defeated Pakistan 3-2 in a thrilling SAFF Championship match in Colombo. Rahan Ahmed scored the winner, while Gangte and Wangkheirakpam also scored. India topped Group B after a dramatic five-goal encounter with arch-rivals Pakistan

Bengaluru Bulls defeated Gujarat Giants 28-24 in a thrilling Pro Kabaddi League match at Jaipur. Skipper Yogesh led the defence, while Akash Shinde’s raiding brilliance proved decisive as Bulls overcame a late Giants comeback

Tijil Singh drew against six-time champion GM Surya Sekhar Ganguly in the 62nd National Chess Championship first round. Other highlights included GM K Sasikiran’s win, S Rohith Krishna’s adventurous play, and Dronacharya Koneru Ashok’s return after 22 years

Badminton star Kidambi Srikanth has joined Hyderabad Pickleball League as an investor and partner in Nandi Chargers. His entry adds credibility and raises the profile of pickleball, which makes its Hyderabad debut from October 10 with eight franchise teams

India women cricketers Sneh Rana, Richa Ghosh, and Deepti Sharma said representing the country at the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup India 2025 is an honour. They discussed WPL experiences, strategies, and personal motivations including meaningful tattoos

Instead of overreacting, New Delhi should deepen its strategic footprint in the Middle East, leveraging its economic clout

As Nobel laureate Toni Morrison said: We speak, we write, we do language. That is how civilizations heal

Indian cricketer KL Rahul has joined the Goa Guardians as co-owner ahead of PVL Season 4, aiming to promote volleyball in India. Officials say his involvement will raise the sport’s profile, inspire athletes, and attract fans nationwide