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Xi, Putin hold talks ahead of Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit

Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russia's Vladimir Putin are among the heads of state attending a Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit taking place in Kyrgyzstan. Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian is also in attendance, where he held bilateral talks with India's Narendra Modi. Marking its 25th anniversary this year, the SCO…

France 24

Floods in Nepal-Tibet disrupt pilgrimage to Mount Kailash, a sacred mountain with centuries of evolving tradition

Hundreds of pilgrims traveling to Mount Kailash were among those affected by devastating floods that struck the Nepal–Tibet border on Aug. 26, 2026. The floods destroyed the border crossing most commonly used to reach what is arguably the most revered holy mountain in the world, which sits in the Tibet…

The Conversation

Nepal disaster: Fake and AI images flood social media as deaths mount

As deadly floods hit the Nepal-China border, social media is being inundated with fake and misleading footage. In Truth or Fake, Vedika Bahl goes through viral videos falsely linked to the disaster, including AI-generated content and old recycled footage from India, Chile and Alaska. Some posts have racked up millions…

France 24

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‘Saans lene ke bhi paise lagte hai’: Indian woman in Australia asks why meeting friends in Mumbai almost always means spending money

An Indian woman living in Australia has sparked discussion after saying she noticed a major difference in how people socialise when she returned to Mumbai. Smidha said spending time with friends in Australia can involve parks, beaches and libraries without buying anything, while plans in Mumbai often centre on cafes,…

The Economic Times

US revokes citizenship of Indian-origin man Gurmeet Singh convicted of rape

United States citizenship was revoked for Gurmeet Singh, an Indian-origin man convicted of rape. He concealed a serious crime during his naturalisation process, which led to this revocation. Singh entered the US as a visitor and later became a permanent resident. He was later convicted of rape and kidnapping, receiving…

The Economic Times

Global Supply Fears Underpin Sugar Prices

October NY world sugar #11 (SBV26 ) closed up +0.25 (+1.42%) on Monday, and October London ICE white sugar #5 (SWV26 ) did not trade, with markets closed in the UK for a holiday. NY sugar settled sharply higher on Monday but remained below last Friday’s significant high as the...

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Mount a Bid to Fix Gaspirations: India’s educated unemployed emerge as a new electoral force

India's educated youth face frustration as job opportunities lag behind rising aspirations. This growing cohort feels upward mobility is blocked despite educational achievements. Politicians may offer unemployment doles as a quick electoral fix for this group. Cash transfers to unemployed youth are already a trend in several Indian states. Future…

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HDFC Bank CEO race: Who could be in the running to succeed Sashidhar Jagdishan?

HDFC Bank is actively searching for a new chief executive officer. The bank expects to appoint an executive search firm soon. Several internal and external candidates are being considered for the top position. The new leader will focus on restoring investor confidence and driving growth. This succession occurs as the…

The Economic Times

Despite a strong Q1 showing, risks are on the upside, thanks to geopolitics and geo-economics

India's GDP grew 7.8% in Q1, surpassing expectations and indicating economic resilience. This growth occurred despite a challenging global economic environment and external factors. Employment-intensive sectors like manufacturing and construction showed strong performance during this period. However, risks remain due to El Nino and ongoing geopolitical conflicts impacting oil prices.…

The Economic Times

ITC Infotech to merge with Happiest Minds, buy 22% promoter stake for Rs 1,330 crore

ITC Infotech will merge with Happiest Minds Technologies creating a significant IT services entity. This merger aims to establish an AI-first enterprise with a substantial turnover by FY28. ITC Infotech is acquiring a significant stake from Happiest Minds promoters as a precursor. The combined entity will become India's eleventh largest…

The Economic Times

From Tech NAM to NAS: India’s case for tech sovereignty through strategic choices

It is crucial for countries to embrace a non-aligned sovereignty approach in artificial intelligence, enabling them to diversify their technological alliances and systems. Brazil's proactive AI investment strategy sets a strong example by collaborating with multiple global partners. India’s foreign policy reflects this multi-alignment ethos, crucial for its AI initiatives.…

The Economic Times

China is putting scientists on public giant screens but in India..: Harsh Goenka questions why Indian hoardings dominated by politicians and film stars instead of scientists, teachers, doctors and innovators

Harsh Goenka advocates for showcasing scientists and nation-builders on public hoardings. He contrasts India's billboards with China's displays of scientists. Goenka believes public celebrations influence children's aspirations. This call follows a robot's unusual chief guest appearance at an event. The incident highlights growing public fascination with technology and artificial intelligence.

The Economic Times

Sugar Prices Supported by the Outlook for a Global Deficit

October NY world sugar #11 (SBV26 ) is up +0.23 (+1.31%) today, and October London ICE white sugar #5 (SWV26 ) is not trading, with markets closed today in the UK for a holiday. NY sugar is moving higher today as the outlook for a global sugar deficit underpins prices....

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Adityanath says UP has 7 months of sugar. Here’s what that calculation misses

On August 25, at an event in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath told an audience that there was no sugar crisis in the state. UP consumes about four lakh tonnes of sugar a month. It had about 28 lakh tonnes in stock. Divide the second by the first…

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'I wish him nothing but suffering': Nikitha Godishala's friend knew murder accused Arjun Sharma but didn't think he was capable of this crime

Indian woman Nikitha Godhishala was found dead in an apartment in Columbia on January 3 after a person believed to be her boyfriend, Arjun Sharma, filed a missing person report and told the police that he last saw her on December 31. Hours after filing the complaint, Sharma took a…

The Economic Times

India's services exports rise 13.4% to USD 38.25 billion in July: RBI

India's services sector saw a remarkable expansion in July, with exports climbing 13.4% to USD 38.25 billion alongside a 19.1% rise in imports to USD 20.61 billion. This development yielded a services trade surplus nearing USD 17.65 billion. For the period from April to July, total services exports stood at…

The Economic Times

Food inflation composition shifts as protein-rich items, processed foods drive price pressures: Finance Ministry Report

India's food inflation is undergoing a shift in its composition, with protein-rich items, processed foods and edible oils emerging as major contributors to price pressures, even as the persistence of El Nino conditions raises risks for crop yields and food prices, noted the Monthly Economic Report of August 2026 released…

The Economic Times

Meta removes ads for fraud apps posing as porn after India sounds alarm

The government said ads ‌on Facebook and ⁠Instagram ⁠operating under names such as "Night Play" and "Kyss" directed users to phishing websites. It said it had observed a rise in financial fraud involving what it described as "malicious Android applications masquerading as pornography apps".

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Fog of flood: Nepal’s disaster raises a Himalayan question for China

The August 26 disaster, triggered by a glacier collapse, has killed hundreds of people and left thousands missing, including hundreds of Indians, on Nepal-China border.

The Economic Times

OpenAI says Indian advertisers to get direct access to ChatGPT Ads as ad business hits $1 billion ARR

OpenAI said self-service access to ChatGPT Ads will begin in India later on Monday, along with Europe, the Middle East and North Africa. The expansion will allow businesses in India, including small and medium-sized companies and startups, to directly use OpenAI's advertising platform to reach ChatGPT users.

The Economic Times

Foreign buying in Indian stocks hits 23-month high in August, RBI data shows

In August, foreign investors channeled an impressive $3.1 billion into Indian equities, marking the largest monthly inflow in nearly two years. This surge in investment was bolstered by robust domestic earnings and proactive measures from the central bank. However, despite this positive trend, annual outflows are still trending towards a…

The Times of India

Indian-origin taxi driver Gurmeet Singh stripped of US citizenship 15 years after rape conviction

An India-born taxi driver serving a 20-year sentence for kidnapping and raping a female passenger at knifepoint in 2011 was stripped of his US citizenship, the Justice Department said Monday, the New York Post reported.

The Economic Times

September 2026 holiday list: Which days will banks, schools and offices be closed?

September 2026 brings several holidays for banks, schools, government offices and, in some cases, corporate workplaces across India. Key dates include Janmashtami, Ganesh Chaturthi, Vishwakarma Puja, Sree Narayana Guru Samadhi and Anant Chaturdashi. Holiday schedules will differ by state, department, school and company, so employees, students and customers should check…

International Business Times

OpenAI Says Its Ad Business Hit a Major Milestone, Says It Proves a 'Diversified Business Model'

The company has started showing advertisements to some ChatGPT users in India.

The Economic Times

Q1 GDP print shows domestic momentum strong but global risks remain a concern: CEA Nageswaran

India's domestic economic momentum remains strong in the near term, but uncertainties over global interest rates, energy supplies and food prices could weigh on growth going forward, India's Chief Economic Advisor, V Anantha Nageswaran said on Monday. He said the economy had demonstrated considerable resilience despite geopolitical disruptions and external…

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