Rahul Gandhi Citizenship Plea Dismissed as Withdrawn by HC
The Allahabad High Court permitted the withdrawal of a plea challenging Rahul Gandhi’s Indian citizenship. The court said the petitioners failed to produce a document supporting their British-citizenship allegation; it did not issue a final ruling on Gandhi’s citizenship. The Allahabad High Court’s Lucknow Bench has dismissed as withdrawn a petition alleging that Congress leader Rahul Gandhi was a British citizen and therefore ineligible to continue as the Lok
Hussain Sagar Seaplane Operations Proposed for Hyderabad
Telangana proposed examining the possibility of introducing seaplane operations at Hussain Sagar. Chief Minister Revanth Reddy discussed the idea and the progress of Warangal and Adilabad airport projects with Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu. Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy has discussed a proposal to explore seaplane operations at Hyderabad’s Hussain Sagar with Union Civil Aviation Minister K. Ram Mohan Naidu. The idea is expected to be exa
Asian Games 2026: India Approves 768-Member Contingent
The Sports Ministry approved 246 officials and support personnel for India’s Asian Games squad. India will send a 768-member contingent, including 503 athletes, to compete in 36 disciplines in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, from September 19 to October 4. The Sports Ministry has approved 246 team officials and support personnel to accompany India’s 503 athletes at the 20th Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan. The decision takes India
Teachers Day 2026: Date, Theme, History and Significance
Teachers Day 2026 will be celebrated across India on Saturday, September 5. The occasion honours the dedication, knowledge and service of teachers while commemorating the birth anniversary of Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, India’s first Vice President and second President. Schools, colleges and universities organise cultural programmes, speeches, debates, award ceremonies and student-led activities to thank educators. The observance also highlights the importance of supporting teac
Nepal Demands Climate Compensation After Deadly Floods
Nepal sought international climate compensation following the deadly August 26 floods in Rasuwa and neighboring districts, officials said on Wednesday, September 2, 2026. From Kathmandu, the government approached a UN-backed fund and considered sending Prime Minister Balen Shah to raise the issue at the UN General Assembly. Nepal has sought international climate compensation following the catastrophic floods that devastat
Trump Claims US Has Near-Total Control of Strait of Hormuz
US President Donald Trump claimed Washington had near-total control of the Strait of Hormuz in a Truth Social post reported Wednesday, September 2, 2026. The remarks came from Washington amid renewed US strikes, Iranian retaliation and rising concerns over shipping and global oil supplies. US President Donald Trump has claimed that the United States has “almost total control” of the Strait of Hormuz as the military co
TTD Cancels SSD Tokens at Three Tirupati Centres
TTD cancelled Slotted Sarva Darshan token issuance at three Tirupati centres on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, inconveniencing several pilgrims. Officials said tokens for Friday’s darshan would be issued on Thursday as Tirumala prepares for the upcoming Srivari Brahmotsavams. The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams cancelled the issuance of Slotted Sarva Darshan tokens at three centres in Tirupati on Wednesday, affecting devotees planning to visit the Sri Venkatesw
Chandrababu Naidu Wishes Pawan Kalyan on His Birthday
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu wished Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan on his birthday on Wednesday, September 2, 2026. In a message from Amaravati, Naidu praised Kalyan’s popularity, Panchayati Raj reforms and rural and tribal development initiatives. Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu extended birthday greetings to Deputy Chief Minister and Jana Sena Party president K. Pawan Kalyan on Wednesday, describing him as a “P
Konda Surekha Delhi Visit Tests Revanth Reddy’s Authority
Telangana Minister Konda Surekha left Hyderabad for New Delhi on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, after being called for talks by the Congress leadership. The discussions follow a disciplinary controversy and come amid speculation over her political future and a possible Telangana Cabinet reshuffle. Telangana Forest, Environment and Endowments Minister Konda Surekha’s visit to New Delhi has intensified political activity wit
Modi Renews Gold Buying Warning, Jewellers Raise Concerns
Prime Minister Narendra Modi renewed his appeal to limit unnecessary gold purchases and overseas spending through a video message. Speaking during an official visit to Bishkek, he promoted local consumption, while sections of the jewellery trade raised livelihood concerns. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has renewed his appeal to Indians to avoid purchasing gold unless necessary, reduce non-essential foreign travel and hold
Uzbekistan Announces 30-Day Visa-Free Entry for Indians
Uzbekistan announced visa-free stays of up to 30 days for Indian citizens. The implementation date and detailed entry rules are still awaited, so travellers should verify requirements before departure. Uzbekistan has announced a 30-day visa-free entry facility for Indian passport holders, opening the way for easier tourism, business travel and people-to-people exchanges between the two countries. Uzbek President
Modi Links 7.8% GDP Growth to Stronger Economic Confidence
Narendra Modi promoted India’s 7.8% quarterly GDP growth in an Instagram video. His “jhooth ki goonj” remark was interpreted as a veiled response to Rahul Gandhi’s youth-focused political campaign. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has used a selfie-style Instagram video to highlight India’s stronger-than-expected economic growth and counter what he described as an “echo of lies” and pessimism being spread across the country. Modi recorded th
Modi-Xi Meeting Moment Draws Focus at Bishkek SCO Summit
Narendra Modi and Xi Jinping exchanged greetings before the SCO group photograph. Shehbaz Sharif later approached Vladimir Putin for a brief conversation as the Russian president left the podium. Brief interactions among Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Chinese President Xi Jinping, Russian President Vladimir Putin and Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif drew attention during the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit in Bishkek on Tuesday. Modi and
