Sonam Wangchuk sitting on hunger strike in Ladakh to press for statehood, 6th Schedule
Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk, a member of Leh Apex Body, is currently on a 35-day hunger strike seeking Ladakh's inclusion under the Constitution's Sixth Schedule and statehood. "The talks with the Union government stopped around two months ago...the government has not called another meeting," he said. The strike would be called off if Centre resumes result-oriented talks, he added.
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Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk, a member of Leh Apex Body, is currently on a 35-day hunger strike seeking Ladakh's inclusion under the Constitution's Sixth Schedule and statehood. "The talks with the Union government stopped around two months ago...the government has not called another meeting," he said. The strike would be called off if Centre resumes result-oriented talks, he added.
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GST rate cuts to offer relief to household budgets: PwC
A PwC report says revised GST rates are expected to ease household budgets and boost consumption sentiment. About 63% of consumers remain worried about rising food prices, with many shifting to bulk buying, discount stores, or growing their own food. The survey also found cultural heritage strongly influences food choices, giving brands offering traditional products an advantage.
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A PwC report says revised GST rates are expected to ease household budgets and boost consumption sentiment. About 63% of consumers remain worried about rising food prices, with many shifting to bulk buying, discount stores, or growing their own food. The survey also found cultural heritage strongly influences food choices, giving brands offering traditional products an advantage.
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Under EPFO 3.0 reforms, proposal to allow ATM withdrawal of PF
The EPFO 3.0 initiative, set for discussion in October, may allow partial PF withdrawals via ATMs and UPI, offering banking-like convenience to 80 million subscribers. A proposal to hike the minimum monthly pension from ₹1,000 to ₹1,500-₹2,500will also be reviewed. While seen as a Diwali gift for members, trade unions remain cautious about its long-term impact.
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The EPFO 3.0 initiative, set for discussion in October, may allow partial PF withdrawals via ATMs and UPI, offering banking-like convenience to 80 million subscribers. A proposal to hike the minimum monthly pension from ₹1,000 to ₹1,500-₹2,500will also be reviewed. While seen as a Diwali gift for members, trade unions remain cautious about its long-term impact.
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IAS officer turns Varanasi ghat waste into eco-friendly bags
In Varanasi, heaps of discarded clothes from Ganga ghats have been transformed into over 1 lakh eco-friendly bags under IAS officer Akshat Verma's initiative with Hope Welfare Foundation. The project not only curbed pollution and replaced plastic but also empowered 50 rural women, converting an environmental menace into a model of sustainability and livelihood.
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In Varanasi, heaps of discarded clothes from Ganga ghats have been transformed into over 1 lakh eco-friendly bags under IAS officer Akshat Verma's initiative with Hope Welfare Foundation. The project not only curbed pollution and replaced plastic but also empowered 50 rural women, converting an environmental menace into a model of sustainability and livelihood.
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Now I have to conduct his last rites: Mother of Indian man beheaded in US
After 50-year-old Indian man Chandra Nagamalliah was beheaded by his co-worker Yordanis Cobos-Martinez in US' Dallas, Nagamalliah's 80-year-old mother's neighbour in Bengaluru said she was shocked. "She was crying and said that he was the one who had to conduct her last rites, but now she'd have to conduct his last rites," the neighbour added.
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After 50-year-old Indian man Chandra Nagamalliah was beheaded by his co-worker Yordanis Cobos-Martinez in US' Dallas, Nagamalliah's 80-year-old mother's neighbour in Bengaluru said she was shocked. "She was crying and said that he was the one who had to conduct her last rites, but now she'd have to conduct his last rites," the neighbour added.
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Employees of Mircosoft-owned Blizzard mock Charlie Kirk's death, Musk questions Nadella
An X thread shared screenshots of purported posts by some of the employees of Activision Blizzard, which is owned by Microsoft, mocking the death of right-wing activist Charlie Kirk. Sharing the screenshot, X owner Elon Musk asked, "What's going on here, Satya Nadella?" Microsoft said it takes such matters very seriously. "Comments celebrating violence are unacceptable," it added.
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An X thread shared screenshots of purported posts by some of the employees of Activision Blizzard, which is owned by Microsoft, mocking the death of right-wing activist Charlie Kirk. Sharing the screenshot, X owner Elon Musk asked, "What's going on here, Satya Nadella?" Microsoft said it takes such matters very seriously. "Comments celebrating violence are unacceptable," it added.
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How many working days it'll take for an Indian to buy iPhone 17?
An average Indian needs to work 160 full days to afford the iPhone 17 Pro (256GB), priced at ₹1,34,900. This is the highest among 33 countries surveyed in the iPhone Affordability Index. The number is based on an 8-hour workday and India's average daily wage, making the latest iPhone a significant financial stretch for most Indians.
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An average Indian needs to work 160 full days to afford the iPhone 17 Pro (256GB), priced at ₹1,34,900. This is the highest among 33 countries surveyed in the iPhone Affordability Index. The number is based on an 8-hour workday and India's average daily wage, making the latest iPhone a significant financial stretch for most Indians.
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Ciel Dubai Marina, world's tallest hotel, to open in Dubai in Nov
Dubai will welcome the world's tallest hotel, Ciel Dubai Marina, in November 2025. At 377 metres with 1,004 rooms, it surpasses the Gevora Hotel. The property will feature the world's highest infinity pool and sky club, alongside several restaurants and a luxury spa. Strategically located in Dubai Marina, it redefines upscale hospitality with innovation, luxury, and breathtaking views.
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Dubai will welcome the world's tallest hotel, Ciel Dubai Marina, in November 2025. At 377 metres with 1,004 rooms, it surpasses the Gevora Hotel. The property will feature the world's highest infinity pool and sky club, alongside several restaurants and a luxury spa. Strategically located in Dubai Marina, it redefines upscale hospitality with innovation, luxury, and breathtaking views.
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Why did Ladakh admin revoke land allotment for Wangchuk's HIAL?
Ladakh administration has revoked land allotment made in 2018 for climate activist Sonam Wangchuk's Himalayan Institute of Alternatives Ladakh (HIAL), over financial defaults and regulatory violations. Officials said government land was provided with two conditions- pay ₹14 crore within a year and finish construction in two years. Neither of the conditions has been fulfilled, they said.
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Ladakh administration has revoked land allotment made in 2018 for climate activist Sonam Wangchuk's Himalayan Institute of Alternatives Ladakh (HIAL), over financial defaults and regulatory violations. Officials said government land was provided with two conditions- pay ₹14 crore within a year and finish construction in two years. Neither of the conditions has been fulfilled, they said.
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Kerala clears draft Bill to kill wild animals threatening human life
Kerala Cabinet approved key amendments to the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972, allowing killing or relocating wild animals that threaten human life. The Bill aims to address rising wildlife attacks, including tigers, elephants, and monkeys, and is expected to be presented in Assembly next week. From 2016-17 to 2024-25, 919 people were killed and 8,967 injured in wildlife attacks in Kerala.
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11:42 am Sunday, 14 September, 2025
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Kerala Cabinet approved key amendments to the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972, allowing killing or relocating wild animals that threaten human life. The Bill aims to address rising wildlife attacks, including tigers, elephants, and monkeys, and is expected to be presented in Assembly next week. From 2016-17 to 2024-25, 919 people were killed and 8,967 injured in wildlife attacks in Kerala.
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Heavy to very heavy rainfall warning issued for 20 states, list released
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued heavy to very heavy rainfall warning for 20 states for Monday (September 15). It is very likely over Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Meghalaya, Bihar, Goa, Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh, Uttar Pradesh, Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, Tripura, Karnataka, Odisha, West Bengal, Sikkim, Telangana and Uttarakhand.
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The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued heavy to very heavy rainfall warning for 20 states for Monday (September 15). It is very likely over Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Meghalaya, Bihar, Goa, Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh, Uttar Pradesh, Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, Tripura, Karnataka, Odisha, West Bengal, Sikkim, Telangana and Uttarakhand.
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China planning advanced mission to strike asteroid: Report
China is preparing a planetary defense mission to test asteroid redirection by colliding an impactor spacecraft with a small asteroid, observed by a companion probe. Aiming for deflection of up to two inches, the project highlights China's broader defense vision, international cooperation, and urgency amid rising asteroid discoveries and existential threats.
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China is preparing a planetary defense mission to test asteroid redirection by colliding an impactor spacecraft with a small asteroid, observed by a companion probe. Aiming for deflection of up to two inches, the project highlights China's broader defense vision, international cooperation, and urgency amid rising asteroid discoveries and existential threats.
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Finland allows Indians to stay, work indefinitely
India can now apply for Finland's permanent residency (PR), offering indefinite work and residence rights, family sponsorship, healthcare, education, and Schengen travel. Eligibility requires 4-5 years on an A permit, meeting income, education, or language criteria, a clean record, and necessary documents. Applications are submitted online or on paper.
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India can now apply for Finland's permanent residency (PR), offering indefinite work and residence rights, family sponsorship, healthcare, education, and Schengen travel. Eligibility requires 4-5 years on an A permit, meeting income, education, or language criteria, a clean record, and necessary documents. Applications are submitted online or on paper.
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India likely to witness colder winter
Meteorologists have cautioned that India may witness colder-than-usual winter this year. "Our models show a good probability of La Niña developing during Oct-Dec this year (over 50%). La Niña is usually associated with colder winters in India," an IMD official said. "The ocean is already cooler than normal, though not yet at La Niña thresholds," Skymet Weather noted.
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Meteorologists have cautioned that India may witness colder-than-usual winter this year. "Our models show a good probability of La Niña developing during Oct-Dec this year (over 50%). La Niña is usually associated with colder winters in India," an IMD official said. "The ocean is already cooler than normal, though not yet at La Niña thresholds," Skymet Weather noted.
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Army holds ‘Dibang Shakti’ drill in Arunachal
The Indian Army’s Spear Corps conducted ‘Dibang Shakti,’ a high-intensity combat exercise in Arunachal’s Dibang Valley. Troops showcased jungle warfare, survival, and combat free-fall skills, testing endurance and rapid-response in rugged terrain. The drill highlighted readiness to counter evolving threats along the eastern frontier.
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The Indian Army’s Spear Corps conducted ‘Dibang Shakti,’ a high-intensity combat exercise in Arunachal’s Dibang Valley. Troops showcased jungle warfare, survival, and combat free-fall skills, testing endurance and rapid-response in rugged terrain. The drill highlighted readiness to counter evolving threats along the eastern frontier.
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6 X-ray technicians named 'Arpit Singh' worked in UP hospitals for 9 yrs, all absconding
Six X-ray technicians named 'Arpit Singh', son of Anil Kumar Singh, who cleared the Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission in 2016, were found working in six district hospitals as X-ray technicians. As the health department accused them of forging documents to get postings, all six absconded. "There's no clarity on how they managed to get these postings," police said.
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Six X-ray technicians named 'Arpit Singh', son of Anil Kumar Singh, who cleared the Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission in 2016, were found working in six district hospitals as X-ray technicians. As the health department accused them of forging documents to get postings, all six absconded. "There's no clarity on how they managed to get these postings," police said.
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Horrific: Vivek Ramaswamy on Indian man's beheading in US
Indian-origin Republican leader Vivek Ramaswamy called the murder of an Indian man named Chandra Nagamallaiah in the US "horrific", stating it's "time for the rule of law". Vivek stated, "The murderer’s violent criminal history was so bad that Cuba refused to accept him," adding, "The fact that this isn’t a bigger story shows how numb we’ve become to preventable violence."
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Indian-origin Republican leader Vivek Ramaswamy called the murder of an Indian man named Chandra Nagamallaiah in the US "horrific", stating it's "time for the rule of law". Vivek stated, "The murderer’s violent criminal history was so bad that Cuba refused to accept him," adding, "The fact that this isn’t a bigger story shows how numb we’ve become to preventable violence."
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Mukesh Ambani buys building in NYC for $17.4 million
Billionaire Mukesh Ambani has bought a building in New York City’s Tribeca neighbourhood for $17.4 million (₹153.59 crore). RIL USA, the US arm of Reliance Industries Limited, has acquired the property sold by billionaire Robert Pera, who bought it for around $20 million in 2018. This comes two years after Ambani sold his $9 million (₹79.44 crore) residence in Manhattan.
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Billionaire Mukesh Ambani has bought a building in New York City’s Tribeca neighbourhood for $17.4 million (₹153.59 crore). RIL USA, the US arm of Reliance Industries Limited, has acquired the property sold by billionaire Robert Pera, who bought it for around $20 million in 2018. This comes two years after Ambani sold his $9 million (₹79.44 crore) residence in Manhattan.
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BCCI explains why India are not boycotting Asia Cup match against Pakistan
BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia said India aren't boycotting Asia Cup match against Pakistan because in multinational tournaments, they don't have direct call like in bilaterals. He added if India start boycotting matches in multinational events, international associations will take action against Indian federations. He added this could hurt India’s chances of hosting events like Olympics or CWG.
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BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia said India aren't boycotting Asia Cup match against Pakistan because in multinational tournaments, they don't have direct call like in bilaterals. He added if India start boycotting matches in multinational events, international associations will take action against Indian federations. He added this could hurt India’s chances of hosting events like Olympics or CWG.
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Car crashes off flyover and lands on railway tracks in Delhi
A man lost control of his car on Mukarba Chowk flyover and hit the pavement before jumping off the railing and landing upside down on the railway tracks near Haiderpur Metro Station in Delhi, police said. The driver escaped with only minor injuries on his shoulder and face. The vehicle was removed immediately to clear the railway track.
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A man lost control of his car on Mukarba Chowk flyover and hit the pavement before jumping off the railing and landing upside down on the railway tracks near Haiderpur Metro Station in Delhi, police said. The driver escaped with only minor injuries on his shoulder and face. The vehicle was removed immediately to clear the railway track.
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