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Left parties welcomed the India-China breakthrough as Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Xi Jinping met at the SCO Summit. CPI and CPI(M) hailed the dialogue on border, trade and cultural ties, calling it vital for multipolar world order and Global South unity

In a rare medical feat, a 64-year-old grandmother donated her kidney to save her five-year-old grandson at Fortis Hospitals, Bengaluru. Doctors used robotic surgery to overcome size and medical challenges, making it one of India’s youngest grandmother-to-grandson kidney transplants

One8 Commune Hyderabad is celebrating Onam on September 5 with a curated à la carte menu that reimagines the traditional Kerala Sadhya. Guests can savor vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes, comforting sides, and Pal Payasam in a modern dining setting

ZF, the German technology leader, launched the second edition of its NexGen Nexus 2025 program in Hyderabad in partnership with VNR VJIET. The initiative mentors engineering students, offering industry exposure and training to bridge the academia–industry gap

he Supreme Court on Monday dismissed a PIL challenging the nationwide rollout of 20 per cent ethanol-blended petrol, rejecting concerns that millions of motorists were being forced to use incompatible fuel. The bench backed the Centre’s stand, citing farmer benefits and policy considerations.

A mahout was trampled to death and another seriously injured after a temple elephant turned violent in Haripad, Alappuzha. The elephant, in musth, attacked twice on Sunday. Police have registered a case, while the survivor remains critical in hospital

Maratha activist Manoj Jarange, leading a protest at Azad Maidan, threatened that over 5 crore Marathas would march to Mumbai if the quota demand is ignored. Traffic near CSMT was disrupted as the agitation entered its fourth day

At the conclusion of his Voter Adhikar Yatra in Patna, Rahul Gandhi alleged BJP stole votes and promised a "hydrogen bomb" of revelations. He said the expose will prevent Prime Minister Narendra Modi from facing the nation, sparking INDIA bloc protest

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah termed the BJP’s ‘Dharmasthala Chalo’ rally political theatrics and said it will not yield them any benefit. He defended inviting Banu Mushtaq to inaugurate Mysuru Dasara, emphasizing the festival’s inclusive nature

RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav criticised Bihar CM Nitish Kumar as the “Bhishma Pitamaha of corruption” at a Patna rally, alleging BJP leaders Modi and Shah, with the Election Commission, are attempting to undermine democracy during the special intensive revision of electoral rolls

The Election Commission of India clarified that claims, objections, and corrections in Bihar’s SIR electoral roll can be filed beyond September 1. The Supreme Court directed paralegal volunteers to assist voters, with reports considered on September 8

The Election Commission of India said Bihar saw 144 claims by political parties and over 16.5 lakh by citizens during the Special Intensive Revision. CPI(ML) led party objections, while Congress and RJD criticised the process. Draft rolls are online and searchable

PM Modi and President Putin shared a private hour-long conversation in Putin’s AURUS limousine en route to bilateral talks at the SCO Summit in Tianjin. Modi urged an end to the Ukraine conflict and reaffirmed India's commitment to lasting peace

The ICC has raised the 2025 Women’s World Cup prize money to $13.88 million, a four-fold increase from 2022, with winners set to receive $4.48 million. The move underscores the ICC’s commitment to pay parity and the long-term growth of women’s cricket.

Maratha quota activist Manoj Jarange-Patil escalated his fast by giving up water, drawing thousands to Azad Maidan. Heavy traffic disruptions hit south Mumbai as police enforced diversions and tightened security.

Punjab faces its worst floods in 37 years, with 26 deaths, massive crop loss, and lakhs displaced. Amit Shah assured CM Mann of central aid as the AAP government sought urgent relief.

At the SCO Summit in Tianjin, Russian President Putin praised India’s and other strategic partners’ efforts toward resolving the Ukraine conflict. PM Modi reaffirmed India’s support for peace, following talks with both Putin and Ukrainian President Zelensky on ongoing negotiations

Tamil Nadu warns of a $3.9 billion export loss in 2025-26 due to US tariffs. CM Stalin urges urgent Centre action, citing major risks to textiles, jobs, and women workers in Tiruppur.

A landslide on the Kedarnath highway near Munkatiya killed two and injured six, as debris hit a vehicle amid ongoing rain fury in Uttarakhand. Multiple recent rain-related tragedies have struck districts like Chamoli, Tehri, and Rudraprayag this monsoon

UPI recorded over 20 billion transactions in August for the first time, marking 34 per cent annual growth. Daily transactions averaged 645 million, with Maharashtra leading in digital payments, highlighting India’s rising adoption of cashless transactions, according to NPCI and SBI data.

During the SCO Summit, PM Modi and Xi Jinping underscored the need for collective action against terrorism, particularly cross-border threats. Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif faced embarrassment as the Pahalgam attack was strongly condemned, highlighting Islamabad’s isolation on security issues.

Gold prices hit a record high of ₹1,05,937 per 10 grams on MCX, driven by global bullish sentiment, festive demand, and US rate cut expectations. Comex gold also soared to a lifetime high, further fueling domestic market momentum

A Bulandshahr shopkeeper, Sudhir, claims his PAN card was misused to register six fake companies in Delhi, triggering a ₹141 crore tax notice. Police have launched an investigation, highlighting rising PAN fraud cases and the need for preventive vigilance

An infiltration attempt by terrorists on the LoC in Poonch, J&K, was foiled by the Indian Army on Monday. An anti-terrorist operation is ongoing, amid heightened security after recent encounters in Gurez and Kupwara sectors along the border.