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12-year-old NY boy sells drinks at games to fund school backpack giveaway

Tamir Lewis, a 12-year-old student from Staten Island, New York, has channelled his entrepreneurial drive into a community initiative. He has been selling drinks and ices at local basketball games to raise funds for a backpack giveaway aimed at helping children prepare for the upcoming school year. The event will provide donated backpacks, school supplies, and food to kids in need. Community support has played a key role in making the giveaway possible.

Congress Plans Farmers Rally in Muzaffarnagar Ahead of 2027 UP Elections

The Indian National Congress is set to hold a major farmers' rally on September 7 in Muzaffarnagar, located in western Uttar Pradesh. The event is being organized by the party's farmers' wing as part of its outreach strategy. The rally is seen as a significant political move ahead of the 2027 Uttar Pradesh assembly elections. Congress appears to be focusing on agrarian issues to build support among the state's large farming community.

Farooq Abdullah's Statehood Remark on Pandit Threats Draws Sharp Backlash

National Conference president Farooq Abdullah sparked controversy after suggesting that threats against Kashmiri Pandits were a plot to derail Jammu & Kashmir's statehood restoration. His remarks came at a sensitive time when fresh threat letters had already alarmed Pandit employees and their families in the region. The displaced Kashmiri Hindu community reacted with strong condemnation, viewing the statement as dismissive of their security concerns. The BJP also sharply criticized Abdullah's comments, escalating the political row around the issue.

RBI's Forex Swap Scheme Attracts $127 Billion in NRI Inflows

India's Reserve Bank launched a special foreign exchange swap facility aimed at strengthening the country's dollar reserves. The scheme has attracted $127 billion in inflows from Non-Resident Indians, surpassing its targets. The response has been significantly stronger than a comparable initiative run in 2013, with inflows arriving at five times the scale of that earlier effort. The scheme reflects robust NRI confidence in India's financial instruments and the central bank's ability to mobilize overseas capital.

Logan Paul vs John Cena: Comparing Estimated Net Worth in 2026

Logan Paul and John Cena are both high-earning entertainers, but their wealth comes from distinctly different sources. Paul's income is driven by WWE appearances, digital media ventures, and entrepreneurial businesses. Cena, a long-time WWE veteran, has built his fortune over decades through wrestling, Hollywood films, and major brand endorsements. Their projected 2026 net worth figures highlight how internet-driven business models compare financially to traditional entertainment careers.

Gadkari Urges States to Permit Bike Taxis, Announces Traffic Penalty Reforms

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has called on all state governments to legalize bike taxis, citing employment generation as a key reason. He also unveiled a negative point system for traffic rule violators, under which accumulated points could lead to license suspension or cancellation. Additionally, Gadkari launched a pilot program focused on medical diagnosis for drivers, aimed at monitoring their health and fitness. The combined initiatives are intended to enhance road safety standards across the country while also supporting the welfare of transport workers.

Allahabad HC quashes NSA detention of DU student, awards Rs 5 lakh compensation

The Allahabad High Court has overturned the National Security Act detention of Delhi University student and labour activist Aakriti Choudhary, imposed by Noida police. The court cited serious procedural lapses and insufficient evidence as grounds for setting aside the detention order. As a result, the court directed payment of Rs 5 lakh as compensation to Choudhary. She had been detained in connection with a protest demanding better minimum wages. Despite the NSA order being quashed, Choudhary remains in custody as she still faces eleven FIRs, having secured bail in only five of them.

Apple's New CEO John Ternus Set for $58M Pay Package Tied to S&P 500 Performance

Apple has disclosed that new CEO John Ternus will receive a $3 million base salary along with a $55 million stock award targeted for fiscal 2027, according to an SEC filing. However, 75% of the equity component will only vest if Apple's shareholder returns outperform the S&P 500 index. Former CEO Tim Cook, who transitions to executive chairman, is set to receive approximately $47 million in compensation. Ternus officially assumed the chief executive role on Tuesday, just nine days ahead of Apple's September 9 iPhone event.

Families Wait Outside Kathmandu Hospital for News of Crash Victims

Relatives of those killed in a plane crash near Kathmandu are gathered outside a local hospital, desperately waiting for news of their loved ones. Many families are clutching photographs, hoping to help identify the victims. Medical teams are struggling to identify bodies, as fingerprints and other identifying marks have proven difficult to scan. The scale of the disaster has made the identification process slow and emotionally grueling for both staff and grieving families. For many relatives, their only remaining hope is to at least recover the remains of those they lost.

California condo owners hit with surprise $26,000 HOA emergency roof bill

Residents of the Vilamoura condominium complex in California have been unexpectedly charged $26,000 each by their homeowners association to fund an emergency roof repair. The sudden assessment has caused significant financial hardship, particularly for retirees living on fixed incomes. Many homeowners allege that the HOA board repeatedly delayed necessary maintenance, ultimately leading to the costly emergency levy. Frustrated residents have responded by filing legal action and launching recall efforts against the board. A GoFundMe campaign has also been started to cover legal fees and provide financial support to affected neighbors.

Orange Alert Issued for Heavy Rain in Three Uttarakhand Districts

The Meteorological Department has issued an Orange Alert warning of heavy to very heavy rainfall across three districts in Uttarakhand. The alert comes amid ongoing rains that have already triggered landslides affecting villages in the Nainital region. Residential homes in the area are reported to be at risk due to the unstable conditions caused by the persistent downpour. Authorities are monitoring the situation as the threat of further landslides remains high with rain expected to continue.

UK Man and 12 Others to Face Trial Over Drugging and Rape of Wife

A man in the United Kingdom and 12 co-accused are facing trial over the alleged drugging and sexual assault of a woman, believed to be the first man's wife. The charges, confirmed by Greater Manchester Police, include five counts of rape, three counts of sexual assault, and six counts of assault by penetration. An additional charge relates to the unlawful sharing of intimate photographs or film. Guilty pleas have already been entered across several of these charges. The case is being handled by Greater Manchester Police authorities.

Dire straits: Brand on the run as Trump suggests Hormuz can be renamed in his honor

Trump Proposes Renaming Strait of Hormuz to 'Trump Strait'

US President Donald Trump has suggested renaming the Strait of Hormuz as the 'Trump Strait', the White House confirmed. The proposal marks the latest in a series of geographical renaming ideas floated by Trump. This comes just a week after he ordered the renaming of Lake Ontario to 'Lake America' amid an ongoing trade dispute with Canada. The White House has acknowledged the suggestion, though no further details on formal steps were immediately provided.

Xi Jinping Urges Middle East Nations to Chart Independent Security Path

Chinese President Xi Jinping called on Middle Eastern countries to resist external interference and take control of their own regional security. He made these remarks during talks with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi. Both leaders agreed to strengthen bilateral cooperation across security and economic domains. China's push comes as it seeks to expand its regional influence and protect critical shipping lanes. Egypt, for its part, is broadening its international alliances by deepening engagement with Beijing.

India condemns alleged destruction of century-old Hindu temple in Pakistan

Air Force Veteran Air Marshal Mishra Named CEO of Ram Temple Trust

Air Marshal Mishra, a retired Indian Air Force veteran, has been appointed as the Chief Executive Officer of the Ram Temple Trust in Ayodhya. He previously held several senior commanding positions within the Indian Air Force throughout his career. Most recently, he served as the chief of the IAF's Western Command during Operation Sindoor. Speaking to NDTV, Mishra described the appointment as a blessing from Lord Ram. The role places a decorated military officer at the helm of one of India's most prominent religious institutions.

Jaishankar heads to Ukraine, Poland to discuss ‘issues of mutual interest’

Prince Philippos and Princess Nina welcome son Kimon via surrogate in US

Prince Philippos of Greece, godson of the late Princess Diana, and his wife Princess Nina have welcomed their first child together. The baby boy, named Kimon Thomas Konstantinos, was born via surrogate in the United States on July 27. The couple announced the birth publicly several weeks after the event. The child's middle names carry personal significance — Thomas honours Nina's father, Thomas Flohr, while Konstantinos pays tribute to Philippos' late father, Constantine II, the last king of Greece.

‘Baseless’: Rajasthan High Court judge responds to allegations of ‘misuse of powers’