The Tamil Nadu government is reportedly considering relocating the state Secretariat and Legislative Assembly to Chennai’s Pattinapakkam area, with the proposed site said to be approximately 100 metres from Chief Minister Vijay’s official residence. The reported proposal has drawn attention because of the new complex’s possible proximity to the Chief Minister’s residence. Supporters say the location could reduce long official convoy movements and ease traffic disruption, whi

A popular artificial intelligence trend that transforms modern photographs into retro-style images has become the latest battleground between the BJP and Congress, social media teams. The trend, widely used to give contemporary pictures the appearance of photographs taken in the 1970s or 1980s, initially gained popularity as a light-hearted online activity. However, political units associated with the two national parties have used the visual format to exchange provocative and indir

The Telangana Tourism Development Corporation has announced a Green Ganesh idol-making workshop in Hyderabad as part of its eco-friendly Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations. The workshop will be conducted at The Plaza Hotel from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM on Saturday, September 12, 2026. It will give participants an opportunity to make their own clay idols of Lord Ganesha under the guidance of skilled artisans. The registration fee is ₹500 per person, and TGTDC will provide all the materia

Russian President Vladimir Putin began a three-day India visit to attend the BRICS Summit and hold bilateral talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in New Delhi on Friday for a three-day visit to India, marking his return to an in-person BRICS summit outside Russia for the first time since the Ukraine war began in February 2022. Putin, accompanied by a high-level delegation, will participate in the 18th BRICS Summ

Special aviation security measures have been imposed across Delhi and surrounding areas in connection with the BRICS Summit 2026, affecting flight operations from Friday, September 11, through Sunday, September 13. According to sources, the restrictions came into force at 1:30 AM UTC, or 7:00 AM IST, on September 11 and will remain effective until 5:30 PM UTC, or 11:00 PM IST, on September 13. Under the special rules, take-offs and landings at Indira Gandhi International Airpor

Union Ministers and Chief Ministers attending the BRICS Summit 2026 in New Delhi are expected to travel together in a single bus from Parliament to Bharat Mandapam, according to sources familiar with the logistical arrangements. The participating leaders will reportedly assemble at Parliament before beginning their journey to the summit venue. However, the precise gathering and departure timings have not yet been finalised. Detailed security and movement plans are also awaiting conf

Ganesh Chaturthi is one of the most widely celebrated Hindu festivals in India. It marks the birth of Lord Ganesha, the deity of wisdom, prosperity and new beginnings. He is worshipped as Vighnaharta, the remover of obstacles, and Prathamesh, the deity honoured before beginning any important work. In 2026, Ganesh Chaturthi will be observed on Monday, September 14. The festival begins with Ganesh Sthapana and continues for different durations according to family and regional traditio

Former India captain Rohit Sharma has kept the door open for a possible appearance at the 2027 ODI World Cup, saying there is still considerable time before the tournament begins. Rohit addressed the uncertainty surrounding his future during an interaction at the Global Fintech Fest on Thursday. When an audience member asked if he intended to play in the next World Cup, the veteran opener offered a brief but measured response. “October 2027 is far away, we will see about it t

Russia is preparing for a significant expansion in India’s civil aviation market, with proposed agreements covering as many as 105 regional passenger aircraft and advanced discussions on manufacturing the SJ-100 jet in the country. United Aircraft Corporation is expected to advance several agreements with Indian aviation companies during Innoprom India in New Delhi. The negotiations centre on potential orders for the IL-114-300 turboprop aircraft and a wider plan to establish loca

At least five people have died and dozens remain missing after a passenger ferry caught fire off the western Philippines, triggering a major overnight search-and-rescue operation in rough weather. The MV June Aster was carrying 134 people, including 117 passengers and 17 crew members, when the fire broke out near Coron in Palawan province on Wednesday evening. Philippine Coast Guard spokesperson Commodore Noemie Cayabyab said 43 people had been rescued by Thursday morning and s

Xi Jinping’s anticipated India visit could improve political relations, but businesses remain cautious amid investment and trade barriers. Chinese President Xi Jinping’s anticipated visit to New Delhi for the BRICS summit could strengthen the recent diplomatic thaw between India and China, although significant obstacles continue to restrict business ties between the Asian neighbours. Xi is widely expected to atte

Congress leaders expressed confidence about retaining power in 2028 while highlighting the first 100 days of DK Shivakumar’s government. The Karnataka Congress has expressed confidence that it will retain power in the 2028 Assembly elections as Chief Minister DK Shivakumar’s government completed 100 days in office. Home Minister Priyank Kharge described the milestone as “just the beginning” of the government’s broader agenda involving policy refo

Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu told district collectors to focus on measurable results, accountability and timely execution. Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has directed district collectors to focus on measurable outcomes instead of limiting governance to meetings and reviews. Addressing the eighth District Collectors’ Conference at the state secretariat in Amaravati on Thursday, Naidu asked officials to submit action-taken reports on matt

MK Stalin addressed Vijay’s controversial Assembly gesture, recalled his MISA detention and urged lawmakers to protect legislative decorum. DMK president and former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has broken his silence over Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay’s controversial “jaw gesture” in the Legislative Assembly, recalling the alleged physical abuse he suffered while imprisoned during the Emergency. In a nearly 10-minute video posted on X, Stali

PM Narendra Modi urged nations to prioritise cooperation in space and invited the world to join India’s ambitious journey beyond Earth. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged the international community to choose cooperation over confrontation in space, presenting India as a committed partner in peaceful, secure and sustainable exploration beyond Earth. Addressing the International Space Summit, Modi invited France and other countries to become “co-tra