India

Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty secured a commanding 21-17, 21-14 victory over Malaysia’s Aaron Chia and Soh Wooi Yik, advancing to their second consecutive Men's Doubles Final at the China Masters

Smriti Mandhana's blistering 125 off 63 balls wasn't enough as Australia secured a 43-run win in the 3rd ODI, claiming the series 2-1 with a strong batting performance from Beth Mooney

Smriti Mandhana scored the second-fastest women’s ODI century off 50 balls in the third ODI against Australia, breaking Karen Rolton's record and setting the fastest by an Indian batter

Pakistan's team, demoralized by a loss to India, brings in Dr Raheel Karim, a motivational speaker, to help with the high-pressure rematch in the Super 4s stage of the Asia Cup

Meta, Amazon, and other tech giants have advised H-1B and H-4 visa holders to remain in the US or return immediately as the USD 100,000 visa fee takes effect September 21, raising concerns over skilled foreign workers stranded abroad.

Tata Consultancy Services ranks second in H-1B visa approvals in 2025, after Amazon, with 5,505 visas, according to USCIS. The new $100,000 visa fee aims to curb H-1B programme abuse, potentially affecting Indian IT companies and foreign STEM workers in the US

The US plans to raise H-1B visa fees to USD 100,000, potentially disrupting Indian IT companies’ onshore projects. Nasscom flags concerns over the one-day implementation deadline and calls for adequate transition periods to minimize global business and talent disruptions

EPFO now allows members to download Annexure K online, making PF transfers smoother and faster. The move ensures transparency, accurate account details, and seamless service. Passbook Lite provides a simplified view of contributions and withdrawals through the EPFO portal

Maharashtra plans a law allowing tribal farmers to lease barren land to private entities, enabling steady income while safeguarding ownership. The move, aimed at attracting private investment, has drawn criticism from Congress, citing possible exploitation by industrialists

BJP criticised the Karnataka Congress government over crumbling roads and infrastructure in Bengaluru, claiming that potholes are driving tech firms like BlackBuck away. The party also accused the government of high prices, scams, and neglecting citizens despite heavy taxation

Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted India’s dependence on foreign nations as its biggest challenge, advocating self-reliance in sectors from semiconductor chips to shipping. He announced major reforms and investment plans to strengthen India’s maritime industry and overall economic independence

Leader of Opposition V D Satheesan accused Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan of being a “fake devotee” and alleged the Ayyappa Sangamam was politically motivated. He criticised the government’s handling of Sabarimala, citing neglect, broken financial promises, and misuse of religious events for electoral gains

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will visit Morocco on September 22 to inaugurate India’s first overseas defence factory and sign an MoU to deepen bilateral cooperation in defence, strategy, and industry.

Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar said Bengaluru's potholes are not created intentionally but are caused by nature and heavy rain, amid BJP protests and criticism over worsening road infrastructure.

Mauritius IT Minister Dr Avinash Ramtohul praised India's C-DOT lab for its disaster alert and telecom innovations, urging stronger bilateral collaboration in emergency communication, cybersecurity, and next-gen network technologies.

Two inmates escaped Jaipur Central Jail using a rubber pipe, triggering fresh concerns about prison security. The facility has previously faced scrutiny over threats to Rajasthan CM and illegal mobile phone use.

A diarrhoea outbreak in Mohanpur village, Darbhanga, has claimed two lives and hospitalised over 75 people. Authorities blame contaminated water and poor sanitation, urging residents to maintain hygiene and seek treatment.

Tamil Nadu has launched an underwater archaeological exploration at ancient Poompuhar to uncover evidence of its historical maritime significance, aiming to connect Tamil literature with scientific discoveries and global trade links.

Four people, including a woman, her son, and a neighbour, along with an eight-year-old girl, drowned in separate rain-related incidents in Rayachoti, Andhra Pradesh. Heavy rainfall and strong water currents caused the fatalities. Police have registered cases.

Hyperemesis gravidarum during pregnancy raises the risk of mental health issues by over 50%, including post-partum depression, psychosis, and PTSD. Severe HG can cause metabolic disturbances, underlining the importance of mental health support and specialist care.

A soldier injured in a gunfight with terrorists in J&K’s Udhampur has died. Army and police resumed a massive search operation with drones and sniffer dogs in Seoj Dhar forest, where two to three terrorists are suspected to be hiding.

US President Donald Trump has imposed a $100,000 annual fee on H-1B visas, in a move set to hit Indian tech professionals and global firms. The order also limits renewals and introduces a million-dollar “gold card” visa option.

Security forces in J&K engaged terrorists in Kishtwar while recovering arms and grenades in Poonch. The intensified operations are part of a broader crackdown on terrorists, OGWs, and drug-smuggling networks used to fund militancy in the region.

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