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Devi Ahilya University in Indore will offer former Agniveers a 100 per cent tuition fee waiver to pursue higher education. Eligible candidates must complete four years of service without disciplinary dismissal. The university may also introduce reservations and specialised courses for former Agniveers

Large numbers of young people and Gen Z members gathered in Vadodara to welcome Prime Minister Narendra Modi, expressing enthusiasm over his visit and upcoming development projects worth over Rs 35,000 crore. Students also voiced appreciation for initiatives supporting youth, education and economic growth

Indian space-tech startup GalaxEye has secured a US patent for its OptoSAR imaging technology, combining optical and SAR sensors for synchronized Earth observation. The patent strengthens its global intellectual property position as the company plans a 30-satellite constellation targeting defence, commercial and government applications

  Parineeti Chopra’s thriller series Shaque: Trust No One will premiere on Netflix on September 24, marking her series debut. Directed by Rensil D’Silva, the emotional suspense drama follows a mother’s nine-year search for her missing child and also stars Jennifer Winget 

The US Southern Command sank another Ecuadorian vessel allegedly linked to Los Choneros, claiming it supported drug trafficking operations. The strike marks the fifth targeted vessel in under two weeks, amid growing criticism over the legality and effectiveness of US boat strikes

Copper prices hit record highs on the LME, driven by expectations of wider US tariffs and tighter global availability. Supply concerns, declining mine output and strong demand from data centres, renewables and power grids supported the rally, while Hindustan Copper shares surged

Odisha Cabinet approved the Shree Jagannath Temple Land Management Rules, 2026, introducing an online system, district-level scrutiny, GIS mapping and transparent valuation for temple land settlements. The rules strengthen oversight, enable appeals, penalise fraudulent claims and replace earlier land management policies

AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi and RLP leader Hanuman Beniwal shared the stage at a Jaipur rally, sparking speculation over a potential third political front in Rajasthan. Both leaders attacked the BJP and Congress and indicated their cooperation could continue beyond civic polls

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay attacked the DMK over alleged corruption, citing the Sarkaria Commission report, Veeranam pipeline project and ED allegations. He also warned against derogatory remarks targeting women and defended his political commitment to public service

Climate change images showing wildfires, drought and extreme heat can make the crisis more immediate and emotionally powerful. Research suggests such negative imagery may cause disengagement but can also raise awareness, encourage environmental involvement and motivate action when impacts feel local

Military veterans criticised Congress spokesperson Reetam Singh for suggesting retired Army officers should stay away from politics and public debates. Veterans, including Maj Gen Harsha Kakar and Lt Gen P R Shankar, defended their constitutional rights to participate in democratic discourse after retirement

A new neuroaesthetics study suggests beauty is represented in the brain through two distinct dimensions: visual content and emotional pleasure. Researchers found these systems operate separately but interact, while visual arts expertise appears to reshape how the brain represents aesthetic experiences

The Telangana Assembly session began amid protests as BRS legislators wearing black T-shirts were stopped from entering the premises. Several MLAs, including K T Rama Rao, T Harish Rao, were arrested, while the Opposition accused police of high-handedness and demanded discussions on unfulfilled electoral promises

The Congress marked the fourth anniversary of Rahul Gandhi’s Bharat Jodo Yatra, calling it a decisive turning point in Indian politics. Jairam Ramesh said the 4,080-km march sought to hear public concerns, challenge political polarisation and inspire renewed hope

Malayalam superstar Mammootty turned 75 on Monday, receiving birthday wishes from fans, politicians and film personalities. His new movie Mela was also announced. With a career spanning over five decades and 400 films, Mammootty remains an iconic figure

Jharkhand CID arrested Kundan Kumar in the alleged JSSC-CGL examination irregularities case, taking total arrests to 10. The probe concerns the 2024 recruitment test, whose cancellation was stayed by the Jharkhand High Court following petitions from successful candidates

Indian equity benchmarks opened marginally lower on Monday as investors weighed liquidity absorption from a busy IPO calendar and rising crude prices amid Middle East tensions. Nifty and Sensex declined, while media and IT stocks led early sectoral losses

Defending champions Aryna Sabalenka and Carlos Alcaraz advanced to the US Open quarterfinals in straight sets. Sabalenka defeated Taylor Townsend, while Alcaraz beat Tommy Paul. American players also enjoyed strong runs, with multiple quarterfinal spots secured at Flushing Meadows

Mettur Dam’s water discharge was increased to 12,000 cusecs to meet rising irrigation demand across Tamil Nadu’s Cauvery delta. The higher release is expected to support farmers preparing for samba paddy cultivation, while authorities monitor reservoir storage, inflows and requirements

North Korea commissioned its 5,000-ton naval destroyer Kang Kon, with leader Kim Jong-un describing it as an offensive vessel supporting the country’s nuclear counteraction system. Pyongyang plans further naval expansion, including nuclear-capable assets, amid rising regional military tensions 

Iran plans to establish a restricted zone around the Strait of Hormuz and sanction vessels entering without coordination, security chief Mohsen Rezaei said. Tehran also claims the waterway remains closed, while warning of military action against ships amid tensions with the United States

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy ordered a magisterial inquiry into the alleged rape and murder of a nurse in Hyderabad. He directed officials to pursue a fast-track trial, complete forensic investigations, examine security lapses and support the victim’s family

Six people were killed and 11 rescued after a 50-year-old multi-storey building collapsed in Delhi’s Satya Niketan area during repair work. Multiple agencies conducted overnight rescue operations. Police registered a case against the owner, while a magisterial inquiry was ordered

At least 117 people were killed in four days of intense clashes between Yemeni government forces and Houthi fighters in Taiz and Hodeidah. Government forces launched airstrikes and recaptured key positions, amid fears of renewed large-scale fighting near the Bab al-Mandab Strait