Rice prices rise as countries stock up amid US-Iran war: Report
Rice prices in India have risen as the US-Iran war prompts countries to secure food supplies, boosting global demand. Basmati prices rose 15-20% in Q1 FY27 to about ₹100/kg from ₹85/kg, while non-basmati varieties gained 20-25%, with Sona Masoori rising to ₹63-64/kg. Higher overseas demand and poor rains in southern India are adding pressure.
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Rice prices in India have risen as the US-Iran war prompts countries to secure food supplies, boosting global demand. Basmati prices rose 15-20% in Q1 FY27 to about ₹100/kg from ₹85/kg, while non-basmati varieties gained 20-25%, with Sona Masoori rising to ₹63-64/kg. Higher overseas demand and poor rains in southern India are adding pressure.
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Oil tanker explodes after hitting naval mines in Hormuz Strait
The Navy of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) said a super oil tanker, EL GAIA, caught fire and exploded after hitting naval mines while attempting to cross Strait of Hormuz via a "forbidden" route. Efforts to contain fire failed, and the entire vessel was engulfed in flames, IRGC said, adding the strait remains closed and under Iranian naval control.
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03:59 pm Tuesday, 15 September 2026
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The Navy of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) said a super oil tanker, EL GAIA, caught fire and exploded after hitting naval mines while attempting to cross Strait of Hormuz via a "forbidden" route. Efforts to contain fire failed, and the entire vessel was engulfed in flames, IRGC said, adding the strait remains closed and under Iranian naval control.
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What happened to Disha Salian on June 8, 2020 & why is CBI probing the case now?
Disha Salian, who had briefly worked as Sushant Singh Rajput’s manager, died after falling from a high-rise Mumbai building on June 8, 2020. Mumbai Police treated it as an accidental death/suicide, finding no foul play. Her father later alleged she was sexually assaulted and murdered. In September 2026, Bombay HC ordered a CBI probe, following which a case was filed.
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03:59 pm Tuesday, 15 September 2026
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Disha Salian, who had briefly worked as Sushant Singh Rajput’s manager, died after falling from a high-rise Mumbai building on June 8, 2020. Mumbai Police treated it as an accidental death/suicide, finding no foul play. Her father later alleged she was sexually assaulted and murdered. In September 2026, Bombay HC ordered a CBI probe, following which a case was filed.
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03:59 pm Tuesday, 15 September 2026
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Diwali gifting set to be expensive
Inflation has accelerated across several categories that typically see stronger demand around Diwali, as per a Moneycontrol analysis. The sharpest increase among major household gifting categories was visible in glassware, tableware and household utensils. Inflation has also steadily increased in furniture, furnishings and loose carpets, another category that typically sees increased purchases.
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03:59 pm Tuesday, 15 September 2026
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Inflation has accelerated across several categories that typically see stronger demand around Diwali, as per a Moneycontrol analysis. The sharpest increase among major household gifting categories was visible in glassware, tableware and household utensils. Inflation has also steadily increased in furniture, furnishings and loose carpets, another category that typically sees increased purchases.
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03:59 pm Tuesday, 15 September 2026
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What will happen to UPI payments of over ₹2,000 as govt issues rules for those under ₹2,000?
Finance Ministry has banned banks from charging any fees on payments worth under ₹2,000 made via UPI or RuPay debit cards. The government has said that all person-to-person UPI transfers, even those above ₹2,000, will remain free. Meanwhile, person-to-merchant transactions, which include payments made to businesses, remain free for now but could attract a Merchant Discount Rate later.
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02:45 pm Tuesday, 15 September 2026
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Finance Ministry has banned banks from charging any fees on payments worth under ₹2,000 made via UPI or RuPay debit cards. The government has said that all person-to-person UPI transfers, even those above ₹2,000, will remain free. Meanwhile, person-to-merchant transactions, which include payments made to businesses, remain free for now but could attract a Merchant Discount Rate later.
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Sree Charani becomes 1st Indian to cross 800 points in T20I bowling rankings
Following India's Women's Asia Cup title win, India spinner Sree Charani surpassed the 800-point mark to top the ICC T20I bowling rankings with a rating of 804. She became the first Indian bowler to achieve this milestone. Charani needs two more points to equal Australia cricketer Megan Schutt's record of highest ratings ever in Women's T20I bowling, with 806 points.
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News By: Neeraja Nath
04:12 pm Tuesday, 15 September 2026
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Following India's Women's Asia Cup title win, India spinner Sree Charani surpassed the 800-point mark to top the ICC T20I bowling rankings with a rating of 804. She became the first Indian bowler to achieve this milestone. Charani needs two more points to equal Australia cricketer Megan Schutt's record of highest ratings ever in Women's T20I bowling, with 806 points.
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04:12 pm Tuesday, 15 September 2026
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Oracle begins fresh round of layoffs in India: Report
Oracle has begun a fresh round of layoffs in India, with employees across teams receiving termination notices, Moneycontrol reported, citing sources. The current round appears to have affected product engineering more heavily, they said. The exact number of impacted employees remains unknown, though earlier estimates suggested nearly 3,000 employees could be affected in India.
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04:04 pm Tuesday, 15 September 2026
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Oracle has begun a fresh round of layoffs in India, with employees across teams receiving termination notices, Moneycontrol reported, citing sources. The current round appears to have affected product engineering more heavily, they said. The exact number of impacted employees remains unknown, though earlier estimates suggested nearly 3,000 employees could be affected in India.
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To hell with Make in India: Exec as 307-kg leather goods held in Kolkata for inspection
Knights and Walker's Country Head Sreeram Ramdas criticised CBIC after 307-kg leather products were held up in Kolkata and all 17 cartons were opened for "inspection". "I bring USD to India...We aspire to compete with Montblanc...How do we do that when our consignments are held up for days?" Ramdas said. "To hell with Make in India," he added.
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04:04 pm Tuesday, 15 September 2026
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Knights and Walker's Country Head Sreeram Ramdas criticised CBIC after 307-kg leather products were held up in Kolkata and all 17 cartons were opened for "inspection". "I bring USD to India...We aspire to compete with Montblanc...How do we do that when our consignments are held up for days?" Ramdas said. "To hell with Make in India," he added.
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Scientists create protein-rich cookies using plastic, farm waste
A team from SIU Carbondale has engineered yeasts that can transform molecules from PET plastic and agricultural waste into proteins, fats, acids, vitamins and flavouring compounds. The researchers used these ingredients, along with fibre, starch and sweetener, to make protein-rich, 3D-printed cookies called µBites. Researchers hope µBites could be ready for public consumption within a few years.
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04:26 pm Tuesday, 15 September 2026
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A team from SIU Carbondale has engineered yeasts that can transform molecules from PET plastic and agricultural waste into proteins, fats, acids, vitamins and flavouring compounds. The researchers used these ingredients, along with fibre, starch and sweetener, to make protein-rich, 3D-printed cookies called µBites. Researchers hope µBites could be ready for public consumption within a few years.
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Sensex falls 778 points, Nifty drops 280 points for second straight session
Indian equity indices ended lower for a second straight session on Tuesday amid high volatility, with selling across sectors except IT. The Sensex fell 777.94 points to 74,003.82, while the Nifty dropped 279.50 points to 23,118.60. Sentiment stayed cautious ahead of the US Federal Reserve's policy decision, while higher crude oil prices and US bond yields added pressure.
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04:26 pm Tuesday, 15 September 2026
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Indian equity indices ended lower for a second straight session on Tuesday amid high volatility, with selling across sectors except IT. The Sensex fell 777.94 points to 74,003.82, while the Nifty dropped 279.50 points to 23,118.60. Sentiment stayed cautious ahead of the US Federal Reserve's policy decision, while higher crude oil prices and US bond yields added pressure.
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Train services disrupted across Netherlands, sabotage suspected
Train services around central cities of Zwolle, Deventer and Amersfoort in Netherlands were disrupted after materials were deliberately placed on tracks at several locations, ProRail said, calling it possible sabotage. Pipes were reportedly found attached to railway lines causing track-circuit failures and affecting level crossings. One train collided with a pipe, but no injuries were reported.
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04:43 pm Tuesday, 15 September 2026
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Train services around central cities of Zwolle, Deventer and Amersfoort in Netherlands were disrupted after materials were deliberately placed on tracks at several locations, ProRail said, calling it possible sabotage. Pipes were reportedly found attached to railway lines causing track-circuit failures and affecting level crossings. One train collided with a pipe, but no injuries were reported.
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Govt announces task force to assess F1 revival in India
Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya on Tuesday announced a task force to assess the challenges and feasibility of reviving F1 in India. Led by NITI Aayog Programme Director Yugal Kishore Joshi, the 10-member committee features Joint Secretary (Sports) Kunal and Motorsports Federation of India President Arindam Ghosh. The team also has representation from the commerce and tourism departments.
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04:42 pm Tuesday, 15 September 2026
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Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya on Tuesday announced a task force to assess the challenges and feasibility of reviving F1 in India. Led by NITI Aayog Programme Director Yugal Kishore Joshi, the 10-member committee features Joint Secretary (Sports) Kunal and Motorsports Federation of India President Arindam Ghosh. The team also has representation from the commerce and tourism departments.
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Over 10,000-acre defence land illegally occupied, panel tells SC
Over 10,800 acres of defence land remain illegally occupied, a committee examining encroachment across the country told the Supreme Court. Defence authorities retrieved 2,242 acres of land between 2015 and 2025 from encroachment, the panel said. The panel's report noted that state-wise encroachment figures were highest in four states, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal and Maharashtra.
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04:41 pm Tuesday, 15 September 2026
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Over 10,800 acres of defence land remain illegally occupied, a committee examining encroachment across the country told the Supreme Court. Defence authorities retrieved 2,242 acres of land between 2015 and 2025 from encroachment, the panel said. The panel's report noted that state-wise encroachment figures were highest in four states, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal and Maharashtra.
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Ex-CIA official reaches plea deal in $40 million gold theft case
Former CIA Directorate of Science and Technology executive David Rush, arrested in May 2026, has reached a plea agreement in principle with federal prosecutors over $40 million in stolen gold bars. FBI agents found 303 gold bars, $2 million in foreign currency, and 35 luxury watches in his Virginia home. Rush allegedly fabricated a classified program to obtain the funds.
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04:54 pm Tuesday, 15 September 2026
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Former CIA Directorate of Science and Technology executive David Rush, arrested in May 2026, has reached a plea agreement in principle with federal prosecutors over $40 million in stolen gold bars. FBI agents found 303 gold bars, $2 million in foreign currency, and 35 luxury watches in his Virginia home. Rush allegedly fabricated a classified program to obtain the funds.
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Chinese Y-20 Tanker spotted refuelling 2 J-16 jets over Karachi: Report
A Chinese Y-20 aerial tanker was tracked refuelling two J-16 fighter jets over Karachi, News18 reported. The activity occurred as Chinese People’s Liberation Army Air Force (PLAAF) aircraft returned after participating in a military exercise in Egypt. This comes after Indian intelligence agencies observed increased Chinese and Turkish military aviation activity in Pakistan between August 19-21.
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04:54 pm Tuesday, 15 September 2026
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A Chinese Y-20 aerial tanker was tracked refuelling two J-16 fighter jets over Karachi, News18 reported. The activity occurred as Chinese People’s Liberation Army Air Force (PLAAF) aircraft returned after participating in a military exercise in Egypt. This comes after Indian intelligence agencies observed increased Chinese and Turkish military aviation activity in Pakistan between August 19-21.
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People who rejected me before are offering me work now: 'Hanuman Ansh' composer
'Hanuman Ansh' composer Dhirendra Mulkalwar said he was planning to quit the profession and leave Mumbai before he was offered the spiritual film. Dhirendra said director Vishal Chaturvedi approached him two months after he visited Neem Karoli Baba's Kainchi Dham. Recalling the impact of the film's success, he said people who rejected him before are offering him work now.
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News By: Bhawana Chaudhary
04:53 pm Tuesday, 15 September 2026
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'Hanuman Ansh' composer Dhirendra Mulkalwar said he was planning to quit the profession and leave Mumbai before he was offered the spiritual film. Dhirendra said director Vishal Chaturvedi approached him two months after he visited Neem Karoli Baba's Kainchi Dham. Recalling the impact of the film's success, he said people who rejected him before are offering him work now.
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J&K Traffic Police books 8,675 for two-wheeler violations
Traffic Police Rural Jammu booked 8,675 violators in a 14-day drive targeting two-wheeler violations across Kathua, Samba, Rajouri, and Poonch. Data shows 699 accidents from Jan–Jul 2025, killing 88 and injuring 1,001. Two-wheelers accounted for 44% of crashes. Over 5,700 were penalised for riding without helmets; 187 vehicles seized.
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05:14 pm Tuesday, 15 September 2026
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Traffic Police Rural Jammu booked 8,675 violators in a 14-day drive targeting two-wheeler violations across Kathua, Samba, Rajouri, and Poonch. Data shows 699 accidents from Jan–Jul 2025, killing 88 and injuring 1,001. Two-wheelers accounted for 44% of crashes. Over 5,700 were penalised for riding without helmets; 187 vehicles seized.
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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 Wednesday (September 16). Heavy rainfall is very likely over Andaman & Nicobar Islands, Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Meghalaya, Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi, Kerala, Puducherry, Punjab, West Bengal, Sikkim and Tamil Nadu.
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05:14 pm Tuesday, 15 September 2026
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The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a heavy rainfall warning for several states/UTs for Wednesday (September 16). Heavy rainfall is very likely over Andaman & Nicobar Islands, Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Meghalaya, Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi, Kerala, Puducherry, Punjab, West Bengal, Sikkim and Tamil Nadu.
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Pak slaughtering hundreds of donkeys daily for its ally China
China’s growing demand for donkey meat/hides is driving new business in Pakistan. A slaughterhouse near Gwadar is processing hundreds of donkeys, with plans to raise slaughter to 800 a day. While donkey meat isn’t eaten locally due to religious beliefs, its hides are exported to China to make ejiao, traditional medicine ingredient made by boiling donkey skin to extract collagen.
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News By: Ankit Tiwari
05:14 pm Tuesday, 15 September 2026
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China’s growing demand for donkey meat/hides is driving new business in Pakistan. A slaughterhouse near Gwadar is processing hundreds of donkeys, with plans to raise slaughter to 800 a day. While donkey meat isn’t eaten locally due to religious beliefs, its hides are exported to China to make ejiao, traditional medicine ingredient made by boiling donkey skin to extract collagen.
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24,000 devotees visit Kainchi Dham in 1 day after Hanuman Ansh's success
Around 24,000 devotees visited the Kainchi Dham pilgrimage site in Uttarakhand on Sunday, reports said. This comes after the massive success of the movie 'Hanuman Ansh', which is based on Neem Karoli Baba. The movie traces the spiritual leader's life and has earned around ₹273 crore worldwide. The film cost ₹2 crore to make.
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05:28 pm Tuesday, 15 September 2026
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Around 24,000 devotees visited the Kainchi Dham pilgrimage site in Uttarakhand on Sunday, reports said. This comes after the massive success of the movie 'Hanuman Ansh', which is based on Neem Karoli Baba. The movie traces the spiritual leader's life and has earned around ₹273 crore worldwide. The film cost ₹2 crore to make.
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