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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.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, speaking at the SCO Summit in Tianjin, condemned countries that support terrorism, recalled the Pahalgam terror attack, and highlighted India’s leadership in combating extremist groups, urging SCO members to unite for security, connectivity, and shared opportunity.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared images of light interactions with Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin at the SCO Summit in Tianjin. The informal moments reflect growing India-China engagement and a collaborative stance amid global geopolitical pressures.

Marathi activist Manoj Jarange vowed to stop water intake from the fourth day of his hunger strike at Azad Maidan, demanding OBC quota for Marathas. The Maharashtra government seeks legal advice while traffic disruptions and business concerns grow amid the ongoing protest.

PM Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin will meet on the sidelines of the SCO Summit in Tianjin to discuss trade, defence, and investment. India reiterates its support for a peaceful resolution in Ukraine while strengthening its strategic partnership with Moscow.

Revanth Reddy's announcement in the State Assembly announcing a CBI probe into the Kaleshwaram issue has caught his cabinet colleagues by surprise, as it was not discussed in the State Cabinet meeting on Saturday

Trump’s policies towards India — from deportations, tariffs to siding with Pakistan — exposed the risks of overreliance on any one power

It is an undeniable fact that neither country benefits from letting the freeze continue, but for India, the long-standing frustration over Canadian tolerance of pro-Khalistan groups will not vanish

Unseeded Indian pairs Vansh Dev-Shravani Walekar and Aanya Bisht-Angel Punera won gold in mixed and women’s doubles at the India Junior International Grand Prix in Pune, securing two titles for India

Shubman Gill, Rohit Sharma, and Jasprit Bumrah pass the pre-season fitness test ahead of the Asia Cup, with Gill named vice-captain. Rohit may also play for India A against Australia A