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US President Donald Trump “no longer has plans” to attend the Quad Summit in New Delhi this November, The New York Times reported, citing strained ties with Prime Minister Narendra Modi amid disputes over Pakistan, trade tariffs and Trump’s Nobel ambitions

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Japanese PM Shigeru Ishiba discussed the future of high-speed rail during their Shinkansen journey to Sendai. Modi experienced the 320 kmph E5 train, while Japan confirmed plans to introduce E10 trains simultaneously in India and Japan

India has become Ukraine’s largest diesel supplier, accounting for 15.5 per cent of imports in July 2025, despite new US tariffs on Russian crude-linked trade. Deliveries rose via Romania and Turkey, deepening tensions with Washington but stabilising global oil markets

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Saturday underscored the importance of drones in modern warfare, urging their inclusion in India’s defence strategy. Speaking at a Noida facility launch, he lauded India’s progress in domestic drone manufacturing under Aatmanirbhar Bharat

The Andhra Pradesh government has formed a Group of Ministers to decide the future of the controversial Rushikonda facility in Visakhapatnam. Built under the YSRCP government at a cost of over Rs 450 crore, the mansion has drawn political fire

The Election Commission said it received nearly 2 lakh requests for exclusion and 30,000 for inclusion of names in Bihar’s draft electoral rolls. The final list, crucial for the November polls, will be published on September 30 after verification

A US federal appeals court has struck down Donald Trump’s reciprocal tariffs, saying only Congress has the authority to impose them. The ruling offers potential relief for India, though tariffs remain until October 14 pending a Supreme Court challenge

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu pledged to supply water to every acre through the Handri–Neeva project, vowing irrigation, industry, and jobs in Rayalaseema. He promised to transform Kuppam into a growth hub with investments, connectivity, and an upcoming airport

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Saturday reviewed the damage to the Jammu-Srinagar national highway caused by heavy rains and landslides. He directed officials to ensure quick restoration, smooth traffic flow, and uninterrupted supply of essentials to affected areas

Air Marshal Narmdeshwar Tiwari said fewer than 50 weapons fired by the IAF during Operation Sindoor compelled Pakistan to request an end to hostilities on May 10. The precision strikes targeted military assets, achieving complete domination without collateral damage

Former Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar has applied for the resumption of his MLA pension in Rajasthan. Dhankhar, who represented Kishangarh as a Congress MLA, is entitled to Rs 42,000 per month following his resignation as Vice-President in July

A 19-year-old named Vivek was stabbed to death and his friend Aman injured in a robbery attack by four armed assailants in south Delhi's Malviya Nagar. Police are investigating the incident with CCTV footage aiding their search for the attackers

The Karnataka High Court has sought the Centre’s reply to a petition challenging the Online Gaming Act, 2025. Petitioners argued that sudden implementation would threaten jobs and investments, while the Union government maintained that courts should not interfere with the legislative process

Maharashtra minister Radhakrishna Vikhe Patil said a government delegation, led by retired Justice Sandeep Shinde, will hold talks with Maratha quota activist Manoj Jarange, who is on an indefinite hunger strike at Azad Maidan demanding OBC quota recognition for Marathas

Police discovered the body of Mohammed Nasim, 41, hanging in a toilet aboard the Bhubaneswar-Tirupati Superfast Express. Found during cleaning before departure, the initial investigation points to suicide, with GRP and forensic teams probing the incident

Rahul Gandhi’s 'Voter Adhikar Yatra' drew massive crowds in Bihar’s Saran district, with Tejashwi Yadav and Akhilesh Yadav joining the march. The festive welcome turned into a show of strength for the Mahagathbandhan ahead of State elections

SIT has taken arrested witness-complainant C N Chinnayya to undisclosed locations, including Bengaluru, for spot mahazars linked to alleged rapes, murders, and burials in Dharmasthala over the past two decades. Documents were seized during the investigation

Eight opposition-ruled States support GST rate slab reduction, consumer benefits, and compensation for revenue losses. Congress stresses the council meeting should advance cooperative federalism and fully transfer levies on sin and luxury goods to State

Kerala’s Onam Sadhya, a grand vegetarian feast served on plantain leaves, celebrates heritage, culture, and the legend of King Mahabali. Featuring 24–28 dishes including payasam, it remains a cherished tradition savoured at home or through restaurants across India.

UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath condemned TMC MP Mahua Moitra’s remarks on Home Minister Amit Shah, calling them “unforgivable and highly condemnable.” Yogi demanded a public apology from Trinamool Congress, terming the statement a disgrace to democratic values.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi reached Sendai and travelled on Japan’s iconic Shinkansen alongside PM Shigeru Ishiba. The visit highlights India-Japan collaboration in trade, innovation, startups, AI, and inter-regional partnerships between Indian states and Japanese prefectures.

A cloudburst in Ramban, Jammu and Kashmir, triggered flash floods that swept through villages, killing three and leaving five missing. Rescue operations are underway, temporary relief camps established, and authorities have urged residents to remain vigilant as rivers and streams rise rapidly.

Prime Minister Modi called his Japan visit “productive,” highlighting multiple agreements including India-Japan Joint Vision for the Next Decade, Defence cooperation, AI and digital partnerships, Chandrayaan-5 collaboration, climate action, and human resource exchanges, reinforcing strategic, economic, and technological ties.