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Red-ant chutney across India gets multiple names

Gordon Ramsay highlighted a traditional red-ant chutney in Jharkhand, bringing attention to regional names and uses of the red weaver ant across eastern, central and northeastern India. The same species is linked to varied recipes and cultural meanings in several states.

Maharashtra college grows mangoes to fund farming-family students

A two-acre mango orchard at Kisan Veer Mahavidyalaya in Wai supports students from farming families by generating funds for scholarships and welfare. The project started around 1990 and now yields substantial harvests that aid education and campus needs.

ED seeks FIR against Pinarayi Vijayan, daughter Veena in money launder case

The Enforcement Directorate asked Kerala police to register an FIR against former chief minister Pinarayi Vijayan, his daughter Veena, and others under the Prevention of Corruption Act in a money laundering case linked to Veena’s IT firm. A final decision rests with the state police after the ED sub

Five baby orangutans spotted in Odisha forest, rescue under way

Five juvenile orangutans were found near Badapai village in Bhograi, Balasore. They were rescued and brought to the forest office; four are healthy and under veterinary care while investigations into possible smuggling continue.

Isro's EOS-05 settles into geosynchronous orbit

ISRO’s EOS-05 satellite has reached a geosynchronous orbit after a final orbit-raising burn, enabling near-continuous observation over the subcontinent from around 34,903–35,884 km altitude. The mission also serves weather forecasting and naval imaging needs, with health checks ongoing before imagin

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Lakshadweep nurse reaches global top 10 in nursing award

80-year-old Hindumbi Kaurom Kakkada of Lakshadweep is a top-10 finalist for the Aster Guardians Global Nursing Award 2026. Her 53-year career includes frontline service across islands, emergency blood transfusions on fishing boats, and leadership during crises.

Two BRS MLCs arrested over remarks against Telangana Speaker under SC/ST Act

Two BRS members were detained in Hyderabad over alleged derogatory remarks about the Telangana Assembly Speaker, with the case filed under the SC/ST Act. Police are continuing investigations and questioning the accused.

Gujarat NGO withdraws defamation case against BBC over Modi documentary

A Gujarat NGO withdrew its defamation suit against BBC in Delhi High Court, with the case dismissed as withdrawn. The matter, linked to the 2023 documentary India: the Modi Question, raised questions about maintainability and indigent-status filing.

Yantrasast leads Yuge Yugeen Bharat Museum project

Architect Kulapat Yantrasast is guiding the transformation of Delhi’s North and South Block into the Yuge Yugeen Bharat Museum, described as potentially the world’s largest. The project involves integrating artisans from across India and rethinking museum storytelling for the internet era.

Four Uttarakhand districts account for 85% of SIR deletion requests

Official data show four districts in Uttarakhand generated the majority of Form-7 deletion applications during the SIR claims-and-objections window, as the EC extended the disposal deadline and final rolls were rescheduled.

Om Birla: Women’s quota to open new avenues for leadership

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla said 33% women's reservation in Parliament and state legislatures could broaden female political leadership. He spoke during a National Commission for Women workshop in Faridabad, as the government pursues the 2029 Lok Sabha polls roadmap.

PM travelled to 22 countries in a year, says Amit Shah

Amit Shah credited Narendra Modi’s diplomacy for India’s resilience amid global turmoil, noting 22 country visits in a year and nine FTAs by 2026, with a 7.8% quarterly GDP growth. He highlighted strategic partnerships, trade pacts, and India’s global engagements as drivers behind economic momentum.

Omar Abdullah eyes festival to revive Kashmir film shoots

Kashmir’s first International Film Festival opens in Srinagar with CM Omar Abdullah hoping it stimulates local employment and lures shoots back to the region. The four-day event runs Sept 7–10 at SKICC, featuring 135 submissions from 41 countries.

Malaysia Airlines flight diverted to Chennai after engine issue

Malaysia Airlines MH156 diverted to Chennai from Kuala Lumpur to Jeddah due to Engine No. 2 fault; 186 on board. Air India Express IX682 also diverted to Chennai for a separate engine issue; both aircraft landed safely and are under technical assessment.

Raipur student dies in Delhi PG collapse, pursuing CA dream

A second-year B.Com student from Raipur, Yuvraj, died in the Satya Niketan PG collapse in Delhi while pursuing a chartered accountancy path. The incident prompted scrutiny of hostel availability and potential accountability beyond the PG owner.

Drug addict breaks into Omar Abdullah’s Jammu residence

A 21-year-old man allegedly trespassed into the Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister’s official residence in broad daylight. He was apprehended by security personnel, later booked, and released on bail as investigations continued.

India, Bangladesh to discuss resumption of cross-border passenger trains

India and Bangladesh plan discussions on reviving cross-border passenger services suspended since 2024. A two-day inter-government meeting in Dhaka will consider Maitree, Bandhan and Mitali Express, with potential new routes and a possible restart as early as next month pending ministerial approvals

EOS-05: ISRO opts geosynchronous orbit over circular GEO

ISRO’s EOS-05, launched by GSLV F17, is being raised from a sub-GTO toward a geosynchronous orbit, but will ultimately operate in a broader GSO rather than a classic circular GEO. The mission included staged orbit-raising maneuvers, with final expectations pointing to a 20,000 km x 35,786 km GSO, an

Bengaluru VC shifts from funding to enabling 27,000 farmers in land restoration

A Bengaluru venture capitalist leaves traditional investing to back farmers in restoring their land through biochar and agroforestry. Equilibrium works with thousands of smallholders, linking on-field practices to broader carbon removal aims in India.

Telangana CM accuses Centre of deleting anti-BJP votes under SIR

Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy claims the Centre is removing anti-BJP votes using the SIR framework, alleging EC bias and private surveys aiding the effort. He urged Left parties to unite with Congress amid these accusations.

TN CM Vijay warns against abusive language toward women in Assembly

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay condemned personal attacks on women in politics, vowing legal action. The remarks follow the Udhayanidhi Stalin-Trisha controversy and past comments about Jayalalithaa.

Ladakh Geothermal Energy: 5 Ways India Could Put Underground Heat to Work

In Ladakh’s Puga Valley, two 1,000-metre geothermal wells were commissioned in July 2026 as India’s first demonstration-scale geothermal project. The project explores multiple uses of underground heat beyond power generation, including heating, greenhouse cultivation, and crop drying.

Nagercoil station to gain nine lines and two more platforms

Nagercoil railway station in Tamil Nadu will receive nine new stabling lines and two additional platforms. The upgrade is part of a broader passenger improvement plan under ABSS, with multiple facility enhancements planned.

Drug peddler escapes NCB custody days after arrest in J&K operation

A suspected drug peddler, Aqib Bashir, escaped from Narcotics Control Bureau custody in Jammu and Kashmir four days after his arrest on September 3. The case is linked to a month-long NCB operation identifying drug routes from Pakistan via Uri and via Punjab.

Sena leader drops plea as Supreme Court warns on assault cases

A Shiv Sena corporator withdrew his Supreme Court appeal after a bench condemned attacks on hospital staff. The move comes amid a broader pattern of alleged assaults linked to political groups, with the court signaling strict action against such incidents.

PM Modi to launch Rs 35,000-crore rail and road projects in Gujarat

Prime Minister Modi will visit Gujarat's Vadodara on Sept 8 to inaugurate and lay foundation stones for rail and highway projects worth over Rs 35,000 crore, including WDFC sections that complete the corridor and new line connections. The plan covers rail expansions, freight connectivity to JNPT, an

UP flood relief: 25 districts hit as operations intensify

Mutual relief efforts in Uttar Pradesh expand as floods affect 25 districts. Evacuations exceed 19,000, with 8,264 evacuees on Sunday; no casualties reported. Chief Minister visits Chitrakoot, distributing aid and outlining housing options for affected families.

CAQM to re-test burnt-area protocol as data diverge

India's CAQM will re-test its burnt-area protocol amid divergence between satellite readings and ground verifications in Punjab and Haryana, with ISRO NRSC collaboration planned for the upcoming Kharif season.

Chandanki: a Gujarat village weathering loneliness through shared care

In Chandanki, Gujarat, an aging population finds mutual support as retired NRIs return home, sharing meals and assisting one another. The episode examines how the village copes with eldercare and social isolation through community living.

Delhi Satya Niketan building collapse leaves six dead, 11 rescued

Rescue teams recovered six deaths after a multi-storey building collapsed in Satya Niketan, Delhi. Authorities registered an FIR against the owner, ordered a magisterial probe, and plan safety policy actions for older buildings.

ISRO: private sector will expand ecosystem without shrinking our role

ISRO states it will remain India’s leading space research body while welcoming private sector participation as ecosystem expansion. It frames reforms as expansion, not privatisation, and outlines focus areas and future missions.

Amit Shah outlines three-year plan to push India toward 2029 drug-free goal

India aims to become drug-free by 2029, with a three-year roadmap and four-pillar strategy. The plan builds on NCORD, expands network-centric enforcement, and targets supply, demand, and harm reduction.

Modi Tops Trump’s G20 meeting list, US envoy says

US envoy Sergio Gor says Modi would be at the top of Trump’s list for the G20, with negotiations on a trade deal near completion and a possible bilateral visit to India next year ahead of Trump’s Florida G20 meeting.

Climate scientist Krishna AchutaRao dies at 62

Prominent IIT Delhi climate scientist Krishna AchutaRao has died at 62, with contributions in attribution science and climate risk research. He helped establish the Centre for Climate Change Adaptation at IIT Delhi and participated in international networks on climate attribution.

India backs UN map resolution, asserts Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh remain non-negotiable

New Delhi supported a UN-backed world map initiative that favors equal-area projections while reaffirming that Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh are sovereign Indian territories. The UN resolution was adopted on September 4, with India voting in favor and stressing that no map or border depiction should

Two Sikkim Mahananda Express coaches derail in Bihar after red signal overshoot

Two coaches of the Delhi-bound Sikkim Mahananda Express derailed near Ara, Bihar, after overshooting a red signal. Officials say the incident caused partial rail disruption with no reported injuries and prompted an inquiry.

Indigenous rice varieties show flood resilience in India

A set of traditional Indian rice varieties exhibit traits that help them cope with prolonged or intense rainfall. Notable examples include Kajejaya, Rajbhog, Deepwater, Hangseswari and Saraswati, with farming-system adaptations in Odisha delivering additional income for farmers.

Jharkhand minister Sudivya Kumar Sonu dies at 54 after heart attack

Jharkhand Higher and Technical Education and Youth Affairs minister Sudivya Kumar Sonu died of a heart attack while being treated at a Giridih hospital. He was 54 and represented Giridih Sadar in the state assembly.

Census 2027 advance in four poll states from Dec 1

Census 2027 enumeration is advanced in Goa, Uttar Pradesh, Punjab and parts of Uttarakhand, running Dec 1, 2026 to Jan 4, 2027 with a self-enumeration window in late November. Manipur house-listing is deferred.