NSE's ₹30,000-cr IPO gets SEBI nod, paves way for India's potential largest IPO

SEBI has cleared the National Stock Exchange's estimated ₹30,000-crore IPO, ending a decade-long delay in what could possibly be India's largest public offering. This issue will be entirely an offer-for-sale of around 14.89 crore shares, with no fresh capital raised. NSE's IPO could open on September 18, with listing expected around September 25, Economic Times reported, citing market sources.
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08:28 pm Friday, 04 September 2026

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Kashmiri diaspora holds 85-day sit-in outside Pak Consulate in UK

Kashmiri diaspora members continued their 85th consecutive day of sit-in outside Pakistan's Consulate in Bradford, UK, despite rain. Protesters demand international attention over alleged human rights violations in PoJK, including civilian detentions, electoral manipulation, and JAAC's ban. They appealed to the UK, UN, and global rights bodies to investigate.
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BYC alleges curfew in Turbat for TikToker VIP protocol

Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) alleged security forces imposed curfew-like restrictions in Turbat, Balochistan, to provide VIP protocol to TikTokers from Islamabad. Roads were closed for hours, affecting patients, doctors, and schoolchildren. Frontier Corps personnel allegedly threatened a doctor at gunpoint. Hospital staff boycotted duties in protest, demanding a transparent investigation.
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Pretorius breaks Dewald Brevis' record to become SA's youngest T20I centurion

South Africa's 20-year-old opener Lhuan-dre Pretorius smashed 101(53) in the sixth T20I against Namibia. With his maiden T20I century, he broke Dewald Brevis' record for youngest player to score T20I ton for South Africa, which the latter set in 2025 at age 22. France's Gustav Mckeon, who hit 109(61) against Switzerland in 2022 at age 18, is youngest T20I centurion.
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09:13 pm Friday, 04 September 2026

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US Ambassador meets MedTech firms to boost India-US trade

US Ambassador Sergio Gor met leading American MedTech companies at the US Embassy in New Delhi to explore greater market opportunities in India's healthcare sector. Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal said India will finalise its Bilateral Trade Agreement with the US only after Washington offers preferential tariffs over India's competitors.
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India's Jiya Rai becomes 1st female para-swimmer to complete Open Water Swimming Triple Crown

India's Jiya Rai has become the first female para-swimmer to complete the Triple Crown of Open Water Swimming. The 18-year-old, who has Autism Spectrum Disorder, achieved the feat after completing the 48-km solo 20 Bridges Swim Around Manhattan in New York City on Sunday. She had earlier crossed the English Channel in 2024 and the Catalina Channel in 2025.
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09:22 pm Friday, 04 September 2026

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Russia bombs headquarters of Ukraine's top security agency

Russia on Friday carried out a drone attack on the headquarters of Ukraine's top security agency SBU. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that the drone was aimed directly at the office of the Head of agency in that building. He ordered "an appropriate response and one that mirrors this strike".
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09:21 pm Friday, 04 September 2026

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Traffic to be affected in Delhi on Sept 5 for BRICS Summit rehearsal, advisory issued

Delhi Traffic Police issued an advisory as traffic will be diverted at 22 points on 35+ roads, including Sardar Patel Marg, Mathura Road and Janpath, from 10 am to 4 pm on September 5. This is due to a motorcade rehearsal ahead of BRICS Summit at Bharat Mandapam. Commuters are urged to plan journeys in advance and use public transport.
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What is special about India's largest privately built satellite, launched by SpaceX?

Mission Drishti, India's largest privately built satellite developed by GalaxEye and launched aboard SpaceX's Falcon 9, is world's first OptoSAR satellite. It combines optical imaging with Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR). Using SAR, it generates optical-like images even through cloud cover, offering all-weather, day-night imaging. This removes need to align images from different satellites.
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09:32 pm Friday, 04 September 2026

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FIR registered in K'taka over 'purification' of U'khand venue after Kharge's rally

Bengaluru Police have registered a Zero FIR against Uttarakhand BJP members and others over an alleged "purification" of Haldwani's Ramlila Maidan two days after Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge's rally. Congress leader TR Ramappa, who filed the complaint, alleged the ritual was casteist because Kharge belongs to the Scheduled Caste. Kharge had raised the issue in Rajya Sabha.
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India urges developed nations to lead climate action after Nepal floods

India's MEA said developed countries must lead emission cuts and provide finance and technology to developing nations, following Nepal's deadly flash floods that killed over 1,000. MEA Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal reaffirmed India's climate equity stance. Nepal's FM clarified Kathmandu sought no compensation from India, China, or the US.
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66-year-old stays off dialysis for record 9 months with pig kidney

Tim Andrews became the first person to live for nine months with a genetically engineered pig kidney before receiving a human transplant. The 66-year-old remained dialysis-free for a record nine months. He then received a kidney from a deceased human donor. It was the first time a pig kidney had been used as a temporary "bridge" to a human transplant.
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10:14 pm Friday, 04 September 2026

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India-Korea CEPA upgrade talks enter critical phase

India-Korea CEPA upgrade negotiations held their 13th round in Seoul (Aug 19-21, 2026), targeting conclusion in 2027. Key disputes include India's $15.15B trade deficit, automobile tariffs, steel access, digital trade rules, and non-tariff barriers. Both nations are urged to adopt strategic flexibility beyond conventional trade diplomacy.
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World food prices hit highest levels since 2022

UN's Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) on Friday said that world food prices rose in August to their highest levels since late 2022. Factors that have unsettled agricultural markets include extreme heat and drought in Europe, the threat of a severe El Nino weather pattern and trade disruptions caused by Ukraine and Iran wars.
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10:05 pm Friday, 04 September 2026

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How can keeping too much cash actually cost people money?

If a person keeps a large chunk of their funds as cash or in a savings account for a long time, it can actually cost them money, as the rate of return is usually lower than inflation. Experts advise that people should keep only funds for daily expenses and emergencies handy. The remaining funds should be invested in goal-appropriate assets.
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10:25 pm Friday, 04 September 2026

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How could a stronger rupee affect household finances?

The rupee's recent rise against the dollar could affect household finances in several ways. Overseas travel and dollar payments may become cheaper, while US investments and NRI remittances could be worth less in rupee terms. However, rising crude oil prices could weaken the rupee and increase import costs, potentially adding to inflation and household expenses.
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01:16 pm Friday, 04 September 2026

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Jio Platforms may launch ₹37,700 crore IPO by early November: Report

Jio Platforms may launch its estimated ₹37,700 crore ($4 billion) IPO by late October or early November, The Economic Times reported. The offering could coincide with Navratri, which runs from October 11 to 20, or Dhanteras on November 6 and Diwali on November 8. If launched at this size, it would become India's largest-ever IPO.
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10:52 am Friday, 04 September 2026

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India responds to Pak-born Birmingham Lord Mayor's 'Kashmir is ours' remark

India has responded to Pakistan-born Lord Mayor of UK's Birmingham Zaker Choudhry's "Kashmir is ours, Pakistan is ours" remark that he made at an event last month. The whole of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh are integral and inalienable parts of India, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal reiterated. India's stand on Kashmir and its policy towards Pakistan is well-known, he added.
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10:57 pm Friday, 04 September 2026

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How can parents of 5-year-old daughter invest ₹10 lakh to secure her future?

Parents of a five-year-old daughter can create a diversified portfolio with ₹10 lakh in investments. One approach suggested by experts is allocating 65-70% to equity and index funds and the rest to safer options such as the government-backed Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana, which currently offers 8.2% interest per annum. Investments can be shifted towards safer assets as the child approaches 18.
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Toilet ripped from floor as Air India plane flown by 'high' pilot plunged violently

AAIB's preliminary report on the August 4 Phuket-Delhi Air India flight revealed that the flight's violent 372-foot rise and 292-foot drop in 9 seconds ripped the plane's toilet from the floor. The plane's ceiling panel was cracked/deformed in multiple spots, and the forward right emergency exit handle was found broken. The plane's pilot tested positive for drugs and was fired.
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