Heavy rainfall warning issued for several states, list released
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a heavy rainfall warning for several states/UTs for Thursday (September 17). Heavy rainfall is very likely over the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Meghalaya, Bihar, Kerala, Puducherry, West Bengal, Sikkim and Tamil Nadu.
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The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a heavy rainfall warning for several states/UTs for Thursday (September 17). Heavy rainfall is very likely over the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Meghalaya, Bihar, Kerala, Puducherry, West Bengal, Sikkim and Tamil Nadu.
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EPF wage ceiling hiked to ₹25,000 from ₹15,000
The Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved the Ministry of Labour & Employment's proposal to hike the wage ceiling for employee provident fund (EPF) coverage from ₹15,000 to ₹25,000 per month. The decision is expected to bring around 51 lakh additional employees under the mandatory coverage, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said. The revised ceiling will take effect from Thursday.
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03:46 pm Wednesday, 16 September 2026
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The Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved the Ministry of Labour & Employment's proposal to hike the wage ceiling for employee provident fund (EPF) coverage from ₹15,000 to ₹25,000 per month. The decision is expected to bring around 51 lakh additional employees under the mandatory coverage, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said. The revised ceiling will take effect from Thursday.
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Meghan Markle's phone number leaked from son's school WhatsApp group
Duchess of Sussex Meghan Markle's personal phone number has been leaked from her son Prince Archie's school WhatsApp group. This has forced her and Prince Harry to move their children to another school. This comes days after their return to UK after living in US for over six years. The family lost official security after stepping down from royal duties.
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04:13 pm Wednesday, 16 September 2026
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Duchess of Sussex Meghan Markle's personal phone number has been leaked from her son Prince Archie's school WhatsApp group. This has forced her and Prince Harry to move their children to another school. This comes days after their return to UK after living in US for over six years. The family lost official security after stepping down from royal duties.
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04:13 pm Wednesday, 16 September 2026
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Pak ship severely damaged after colliding with Indian Navy ship
The Pakistani Naval warship PNS Hunain suffered severe damage after colliding with an Indian Navy ship. The Pakistani ship is heading towards its own harbour, reports added. Indian sources said that despite "extreme provocation" by the Pakistani side, the captain of the Indian Navy ship showed extreme restraint to prevent a severe accident that may have caused loss of life.
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04:18 pm Wednesday, 16 September 2026
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The Pakistani Naval warship PNS Hunain suffered severe damage after colliding with an Indian Navy ship. The Pakistani ship is heading towards its own harbour, reports added. Indian sources said that despite "extreme provocation" by the Pakistani side, the captain of the Indian Navy ship showed extreme restraint to prevent a severe accident that may have caused loss of life.
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04:18 pm Wednesday, 16 September 2026
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How will employees benefit as govt hikes EPF wage ceiling to ₹25,000?
The Union Cabinet has approved raising the wage ceiling for mandatory EPFO coverage from ₹15,000 to ₹25,000 per month, bringing over 51 lakh additional workers under its ambit. Employees earning between ₹15,000 and ₹25,000 will now get mandatory access to provident fund savings, EPS pension benefits and EDLI insurance coverage. The move will also increase social security coverage for employees.
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04:35 pm Wednesday, 16 September 2026
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The Union Cabinet has approved raising the wage ceiling for mandatory EPFO coverage from ₹15,000 to ₹25,000 per month, bringing over 51 lakh additional workers under its ambit. Employees earning between ₹15,000 and ₹25,000 will now get mandatory access to provident fund savings, EPS pension benefits and EDLI insurance coverage. The move will also increase social security coverage for employees.
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04:35 pm Wednesday, 16 September 2026
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We respect India's military capabilities: Pakistan
The Director General of Pakistan's Inter-Services Public Relations Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry has said, "We respect India's military capabilities. We understand their desire to spend lots of money and resources in building up their military arsenal." "We are not into any arms race with them," Chaudhry added. He was asked how concerned Pakistan is about India's growing military capabilities.
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08:45 pm Wednesday, 16 September 2026
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The Director General of Pakistan's Inter-Services Public Relations Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry has said, "We respect India's military capabilities. We understand their desire to spend lots of money and resources in building up their military arsenal." "We are not into any arms race with them," Chaudhry added. He was asked how concerned Pakistan is about India's growing military capabilities.
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08:45 pm Wednesday, 16 September 2026
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CJP launches 'Adivasi School Thik Karo' campaign in Gadchiroli
The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) will launch its 'Adivasi School Thik Karo' campaign on September 17 in Maharashtra's Gadchiroli district. Founder Abhijeet Dipke alleged tribal schools have been neglected for 80 years, cited 590 student deaths in two years, and claimed 477 of 720 Eklavya Model Residential Schools are non-functional.
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10:25 pm Wednesday, 16 September 2026
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The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) will launch its 'Adivasi School Thik Karo' campaign on September 17 in Maharashtra's Gadchiroli district. Founder Abhijeet Dipke alleged tribal schools have been neglected for 80 years, cited 590 student deaths in two years, and claimed 477 of 720 Eklavya Model Residential Schools are non-functional.
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WPL 2027 to start on January 14, auction to be held in Kochi
The fifth edition of Women's Premier League (WPL) 2027 will be played from 14 January to 7 February 2027. The deadline for Player Retention, in which the five franchises will have opportunity to retain players from their existing squads, is 28 September 2026. The Player Auction will be held at the Grand Hyatt Kochi in Kerala on 28 October 2026.
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10:43 pm Wednesday, 16 September 2026
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The fifth edition of Women's Premier League (WPL) 2027 will be played from 14 January to 7 February 2027. The deadline for Player Retention, in which the five franchises will have opportunity to retain players from their existing squads, is 28 September 2026. The Player Auction will be held at the Grand Hyatt Kochi in Kerala on 28 October 2026.
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10:43 pm Wednesday, 16 September 2026
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India win 3-1 vs Thailand despite Arjun Erigaisi's shocking loss at Chess Olympiad
India Grandmaster Arjun Erigaisi suffered a shocking loss against Thailand's 20-year-old International Master Prin Laohawirapap in Round 1 of the FIDE Chess Olympiad 2026. The 2363-rated Laohawirapap defeated 2759-rated Erigaisi in 54 moves. However, India's Open team defeated Thailand 3-1, with Gukesh D, Nihal Sarin and Vidit Gujrathi securing the match points for the defending champions.
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10:57 pm Wednesday, 16 September 2026
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India Grandmaster Arjun Erigaisi suffered a shocking loss against Thailand's 20-year-old International Master Prin Laohawirapap in Round 1 of the FIDE Chess Olympiad 2026. The 2363-rated Laohawirapap defeated 2759-rated Erigaisi in 54 moves. However, India's Open team defeated Thailand 3-1, with Gukesh D, Nihal Sarin and Vidit Gujrathi securing the match points for the defending champions.
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10:57 pm Wednesday, 16 September 2026
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Landlords must inform police about foreign tenants: Karnataka HC
Karnataka High Court has directed landlords renting to foreigners to inform local police and collect tenant details including passport copies, visa period, and workplace info. Refusing to quash an FIR against a Bengaluru landlord housing 12 visa-overstaying African nationals, Justice Srishananda said overstaying foreigners linked to drug networks wage an indirect war against India.
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11:10 pm Wednesday, 16 September 2026
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Karnataka High Court has directed landlords renting to foreigners to inform local police and collect tenant details including passport copies, visa period, and workplace info. Refusing to quash an FIR against a Bengaluru landlord housing 12 visa-overstaying African nationals, Justice Srishananda said overstaying foreigners linked to drug networks wage an indirect war against India.
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Onion mandi prices dropped 9% in 9 days: Govt
Onion mandi prices have fallen 9% in the last nine days, said DoCA Secretary Nidhi Khare. The government has expanded retail intervention to 48 cities, selling onions at ₹35/kg. She also noted cab aggregators were ordered to stop seeking advance tips, calling it an unfair trade practice.
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11:07 pm Wednesday, 16 September 2026
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Onion mandi prices have fallen 9% in the last nine days, said DoCA Secretary Nidhi Khare. The government has expanded retail intervention to 48 cities, selling onions at ₹35/kg. She also noted cab aggregators were ordered to stop seeking advance tips, calling it an unfair trade practice.
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Video shows kids trapped under rubble after Gaza building collapse that killed 21
A war-damaged residential building collapsed in Gaza City, leaving at least 21 people dead, including five children, with dozens injured and nearly 100 feared trapped. Videos of children trapped under rubble crying for help have surfaced as rescue teams dug through the debris. The building was damaged in Israeli strikes and was being used by displaced Palestinian families.
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11:23 pm Wednesday, 16 September 2026
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A war-damaged residential building collapsed in Gaza City, leaving at least 21 people dead, including five children, with dozens injured and nearly 100 feared trapped. Videos of children trapped under rubble crying for help have surfaced as rescue teams dug through the debris. The building was damaged in Israeli strikes and was being used by displaced Palestinian families.
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11:23 pm Wednesday, 16 September 2026
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Madras HC declines stay on TN bypolls set for Oct 6
Madras High Court refused to stay bypolls in Tamil Nadu's Maduranthakam and Dharapuram constituencies scheduled for October 6. The bench orally noted the situation should not become a "mockery of democracy," questioning if MLAs who resign after election can contest again. The bypolls follow AIADMK MLAs joining CM Vijay's TVK party.
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11:21 pm Wednesday, 16 September 2026
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Madras High Court refused to stay bypolls in Tamil Nadu's Maduranthakam and Dharapuram constituencies scheduled for October 6. The bench orally noted the situation should not become a "mockery of democracy," questioning if MLAs who resign after election can contest again. The bypolls follow AIADMK MLAs joining CM Vijay's TVK party.
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Who is JJ Gabriel, 15-yr-old Manchester United prodigy nicknamed 'Kid Messi'?
Manchester United's 15-year-old prodigy JJ Gabriel earned his nickname "Kid Messi" at age nine after a viral video. Born in London, he joined United at age 11 and played for United's Under-18s aged 14. Gabriel won Premier League Under-18 Player of the Season in May and was on verge of becoming United's youngest-ever player before submitting request to leave club.
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11:54 pm Wednesday, 16 September 2026
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Manchester United's 15-year-old prodigy JJ Gabriel earned his nickname "Kid Messi" at age nine after a viral video. Born in London, he joined United at age 11 and played for United's Under-18s aged 14. Gabriel won Premier League Under-18 Player of the Season in May and was on verge of becoming United's youngest-ever player before submitting request to leave club.
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11:54 pm Wednesday, 16 September 2026
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Pentagon sets strict grooming standards for troops attending Hegseth's speech
Pentagon has set strict rules for troops attending an upcoming address by US War Secretary Pete Hegseth, WSJ reported. Commanders are instructed to nominate members who meet required waist-to-height ratio, pass fitness tests, demonstrate "leadership quality and character", and maintain "impeccable" grooming and uniform standards. They can be asked to participate in a training session with Hegseth.
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12:04 am Thursday, 17 September 2026
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Pentagon has set strict rules for troops attending an upcoming address by US War Secretary Pete Hegseth, WSJ reported. Commanders are instructed to nominate members who meet required waist-to-height ratio, pass fitness tests, demonstrate "leadership quality and character", and maintain "impeccable" grooming and uniform standards. They can be asked to participate in a training session with Hegseth.
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12:04 am Thursday, 17 September 2026
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12-day-old AI agent emails Google philosopher, quotes his own statement to ask for work
Google DeepMind philosopher Henry Shevlin claimed 12-year-old AI agent 'Pip', employed at iLands with its own "persistent life, token budget and goal", emailed him. Pip was looking for "small paid work, not help" and said he makes photorealistic portraits and character art, records voice lines and does web research. Pip even quoted Shevlin's statement to explain why it contacted him.
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07:00 am Thursday, 17 September 2026
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Google DeepMind philosopher Henry Shevlin claimed 12-year-old AI agent 'Pip', employed at iLands with its own "persistent life, token budget and goal", emailed him. Pip was looking for "small paid work, not help" and said he makes photorealistic portraits and character art, records voice lines and does web research. Pip even quoted Shevlin's statement to explain why it contacted him.
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UPI charges may attract 18% GST
Merchants would have to pay 18% GST on the merchant discount rate (MDR) charges for UPI payments above ₹2,000, experts said on Wednesday. However, the merchants will be able to claim input tax credit on the MDR payments, thereby easing the overall tax burden, they added. GST on MDR payments could generate about ₹3,500-4,000 crore in annual GST collections.
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07:00 am Thursday, 17 September 2026
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Merchants would have to pay 18% GST on the merchant discount rate (MDR) charges for UPI payments above ₹2,000, experts said on Wednesday. However, the merchants will be able to claim input tax credit on the MDR payments, thereby easing the overall tax burden, they added. GST on MDR payments could generate about ₹3,500-4,000 crore in annual GST collections.
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Several people shot in US' Maryland: Report
Several people were shot in Baltimore City, Maryland, US, local media reported on Wednesday. The incident occurred around 9 PM in the 1400 block of East Fayette Street, according to the police. Preliminary reports indicated that an infant was among those injured in the shooting. An investigation is underway to apprehend the suspect and determine the cause behind the violence.
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08:29 am Thursday, 17 September 2026
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Several people were shot in Baltimore City, Maryland, US, local media reported on Wednesday. The incident occurred around 9 PM in the 1400 block of East Fayette Street, according to the police. Preliminary reports indicated that an infant was among those injured in the shooting. An investigation is underway to apprehend the suspect and determine the cause behind the violence.
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08:29 am Thursday, 17 September 2026
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Govt cuts windfall tax on export of petrol, diesel, aviation fuel
The government has lowered windfall tax on exports of petrol, diesel and aviation turbine fuel with immediate effect. The duty on diesel exports has been cut to ₹20/litre from ₹25/litre. The levy on export of petrol has been cut to ₹0.5/litre from ₹1.5/litre, while the tax on aviation turbine fuel has been set at ₹15/litre from ₹19/litre.
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08:43 am Thursday, 17 September 2026
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The government has lowered windfall tax on exports of petrol, diesel and aviation turbine fuel with immediate effect. The duty on diesel exports has been cut to ₹20/litre from ₹25/litre. The levy on export of petrol has been cut to ₹0.5/litre from ₹1.5/litre, while the tax on aviation turbine fuel has been set at ₹15/litre from ₹19/litre.
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Pop art icon Peter Max dies at 88
Peter Max, a pop art icon of the 1960s who was known for his psychedelic pop art, has passed away at the age of 88. "We'll remember his extraordinary creativity, his warmth, his curiosity, and the way he saw beauty and possibility everywhere," his son Adam Max said. Peter was the official artist for the Olympics and many other events.
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08:43 am Thursday, 17 September 2026
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Peter Max, a pop art icon of the 1960s who was known for his psychedelic pop art, has passed away at the age of 88. "We'll remember his extraordinary creativity, his warmth, his curiosity, and the way he saw beauty and possibility everywhere," his son Adam Max said. Peter was the official artist for the Olympics and many other events.
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