As Prime Minister Narendra Modi turns 76, five elements of his publicly discussed routine offer a look at his disciplined and active lifestyle. Prime Minister Narendra Modi turned 76 on September 17, 2026, while continuing to manage a schedule that includes official meetings, national events, public programmes and international travel. His ability to remain active despite a demanding workload has often drawn attention to his daily routine.

Narendra Modi turns 76 as India looks back at his journey from an RSS organiser to Gujarat Chief Minister and three-term Prime Minister. Prime Minister Narendra Modi turned 76 on September 17, 2026, marking another milestone in a public career shaped by organisational work, electoral victories, internal party struggles and national leadership. His journey from Vadnagar in Gujarat to the Prime Minister’s Office has included several periods whe

UPI MDR comes into effect from October 15 The government will introduce a Merchant Discount Rate on select UPI merchant payments from October 15, 2026. Under the new framework, eligible person-to-merchant transactions above Rs 2,000 will attract an MDR of up to 0.40 per cent. PhonePe CEO Sameer Nigam said the framework creates

Mugu district, northwestern Nepal | Two moderate earthquakes struck near Kalai, with no immediate reports of casualties or property damage. Two Earthquakes Hit Northwestern Nepal, No Damage Reported Two earthquakes struck northwestern Nepal within approximately three hours early Wednesday, sending tremors across Mugu and neighbouring districts but causing no immediately reported casualties or structural damage.

Chatsworth, Los Angeles | NBC4’s NewsChopper4 crashed near a commercial building, killing at least three people and injuring one. NBC News Helicopter Crashes in Los Angeles, Three Dead An NBC television news helicopter crashed and burst into flames in the Chatsworth neighborhood of Los Angeles on Tuesday evening, killing at least three people as its crew covered ano

New Delhi, India | UPI payments up to Rs 2,000 are protected from charges, but crossing that amount does not automatically create a consumer fee. UPI Payments Above Rs 2,000: Will Users Pay Charges? UPI users do not automatically have to pay a transaction fee when sending Rs 2,500, Rs 5,000 or Rs 10,000. The Rs 2,000 figure mentioned in the latest government notificat

Eluru, Andhra Pradesh | Former Deputy Chief Minister and Health Minister Alla Nani died after suffering a heart attack, according to reports. Former Andhra Pradesh Deputy CM Alla Nani Dies of Heart Attack Former Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister and former health minister Alla Nani passed away after suffering a heart attack, according to reports. His sudden death h

Supreme Court Blocks Trump Mail Ballot Restrictions The US Supreme Court on Monday rejected President Donald Trump’s attempt to impose new restrictions on mail ballots ahead of the 2026 midterm elections, allowing states to continue using their existing vote-by-mail procedures. The brief order represented a major legal defeat for the Trump administration as voting activities were al

A US federal judge temporarily halted new visa rules that would limit how long international students and foreign journalists can remain in the country. US Judge Blocks New Visa Limits for Students, Journalists A US federal judge has postponed the implementation of a Trump administration policy imposing stricter time limits on foreign students and journalists studying or working in the United States.

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

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

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

Frances Tiafoe defeated Alex Michelsen after four hours and 38 minutes at Arthur Ashe Stadium in New York. The report was updated at 9:08 AM IST on September 9, as their emotional post-match embrace won widespread praise online. Frances Tiafoe Completes Stunning US Open Comeback Frances Tiafoe produced one of the most dramatic victories of the 2026 US Open, rallying from two sets down to defeat fellow American Alex Michelsen in a gripping quarter-final at Arth

Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong announced the revised political salary framework in Parliament. From October 15, his annual benchmark pay will rise to SgD 3.6 million, or nearly Rs 27 crore, while other increases will be performance-based. Singapore PM Salary Rises by 64 Percent Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong is set to receive a major salary increase under a revised political remuneration framework, reinfo

Kangana Ranaut responded to the controversy involving Trisha, Vijay and comments attributed to Udhayanidhi Stalin. Speaking in Kullu, Himachal Pradesh, the BJP MP condemned character attacks against women and called for greater respect and introspection. Kangana Backs Trisha in Character Assassination Row Actor and BJP MP Kangana Ranaut has come out in support of Trisha Krishnan amid a political controversy in Tamil Nadu involving rumours link