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Two Gogi Gang Shooters Killed in UP Encounter After Singer Ankit Baliyan's Murder

Two suspected members of the Gogi gang, believed to be involved in the killing of singer Ankit Baliyan, were shot dead in a police encounter early Sunday. The confrontation occurred during a checking operation when the accused allegedly opened fire at police officers. Officers pursued the suspects into an industrial area, where a gunfight ensued. Baliyan had been shot dead outside a gym on August 26 by four assailants. Authorities are investigating the two slain suspects' specific roles in the singer's murder.

Praggnanandhaa wins Grand Chess Tour Finals, Anand calls him world's best

Indian grandmaster R. Praggnanandhaa won the Grand Chess Tour Finals in St. Louis, defeating Fabiano Caruana 15-13 to claim the title. He became the first Indian player ever to win the prestigious Grand Chess Tour championship. The victory marks a strong comeback for Praggnanandhaa following a disappointing 2026 Candidates campaign. Five-time world champion Viswanathan Anand praised the young player's resilience after the win. Anand went as far as declaring Praggnanandhaa the number one player in the world at this moment.

RSS Chief Bhagwat Calls India a 'Vishwaguru', Not a Superpower, in Toronto Address

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat described India as a 'Vishwaguru' (world teacher) rather than a 'Mahashakti' (superpower) during a speech in Toronto. Bhagwat drew on historical and contemporary examples to illustrate India's role in responding to global humanitarian crises. His remarks emphasized India's identity as a nation guided by values and knowledge rather than by military or economic dominance. The address highlighted India's tradition of contributing to the world through wisdom and aid during times of international need.

Trump Hits Canada With Tariffs, Claims US Loses $60 Billion Annually in Trade

US President Donald Trump has escalated trade tensions with Canada by imposing substantial tariffs, citing alleged annual losses of $60 billion due to Canadian trade practices. Trump labelled Canada one of the worst trade abusers and called on Canadian businesses to relocate their operations to the United States. The move comes amid stalled trade negotiations between the two neighbouring countries. Both nations have since responded with retaliatory tariffs that are beginning to impact multiple industries and supply chains.

Flash Floods at Grand Canyon Leave 20 Missing, Destroy Footbridges

A flash flood struck the Grand Canyon on Saturday afternoon, originating in Bright Angel Creek, a tributary of the Colorado River. The flooding began around 2:30 PM, sending powerful torrents of water through the area. At least 20 people are reported missing following the disaster. The floodwaters destroyed footbridges over the creek and caused significant changes to the surrounding landscape. Video footage captured the scale of destruction left behind by the rapidly moving waters.

Microsoft Struggles to Meet Climate Goals Amid Surging AI Energy Demand

Microsoft has acknowledged that the rapid growth of artificial intelligence is making it harder to fulfill its environmental commitments. The company is facing increasing pressure over the ecological impact of its expanding data center operations. In response to both public criticism and local community pushback, Microsoft is working on engineering innovations and efficiency upgrades. The tech giant is also revisiting its strategies around renewable energy sourcing and carbon management to address the gap between its climate pledges and current emissions trajectory.

Delhi playschool staff booked under POCSO after 3-year-old found abused on CCTV

A three-year-old boy was allegedly physically and sexually assaulted by staff at a playschool in Delhi. CCTV footage reportedly captured the child being tied to a chair and kicked by school employees. The abuse came to light after the child's father noticed troubling changes in his son's behavior and alerted authorities. Police have filed a case under the POCSO Act and the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita against the school officials involved. Delhi's Directorate of Education has launched a separate inquiry into the incident.

India Drops Boarding Pass Stamp Requirement at Airports from September 1

Starting September 1, Indian airports will overhaul their immigration clearance process for international travellers. The long-standing requirement of getting boarding passes stamped by immigration officers during departure will be abolished. Passengers will now be free to present either digital or physical boarding passes without needing an official stamp. The change aims to speed up the departure process and cut down waiting times at immigration counters.

ICC strips Sri Lanka of 2027 Women's Champions Trophy hosting rights

The International Cricket Council has revoked Sri Lanka's hosting rights for the inaugural Women's Champions Trophy, scheduled for 2027. The decision was triggered by government interference in Sri Lanka Cricket, which violates ICC governance norms. The ICC is demanding that Sri Lanka Cricket return to an elected administration before any reinstatement. Additionally, Sri Lanka's current sixth-place ranking could have further disqualified them from hosting the event. A new host venue for the tournament is yet to be announced.

Northern Ireland cricket team concedes match after printer fails to produce DLS sheet

Ballyspallen were forced to concede their Northern Ireland cricket match against Eglinton due to a broken printer at the venue. Rain had interrupted play while Ballyspallen were 19-0 in their chase of Eglinton's total of 159. Officials were unable to print the required Duckworth-Lewis-Stern sheet needed to calculate a revised target. League regulations state that the home side must concede the match if the DLS sheet cannot be provided to both teams and the umpires.

BCCI Faces Weak Competition as JioStar Dominates IPL Media Rights Bidding

The BCCI is navigating a challenging IPL media rights negotiation with JioStar emerging as the only serious bidder in the running. The lack of competitive bidding raises concerns that Indian cricket's governing body may fail to maximise the financial value of one of the world's most lucrative sports properties. Without rival broadcasters at the table, BCCI's bargaining power is significantly weakened. The situation has prompted questions about whether the board has a contingency strategy to drive up the rights fee. Analysts warn that a single-bidder scenario could result in the IPL media deal settling well below its true market worth.

India, Uzbekistan Forge Strategic Partnership, Jointly Condemn Cross-Border Terrorism

India and Uzbekistan have upgraded their bilateral ties to a comprehensive strategic partnership. In a joint statement, both nations strongly condemned terrorism in all forms, with specific mention of cross-border terrorism. The two countries called for coordinated international action against terrorist groups and urged efforts to disrupt their financing networks. Leaders emphasized the need to hold perpetrators as well as their sponsors accountable for terrorist acts. The diplomatic alignment comes ahead of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit.

US Strikes Iranian Rocket Launchers Near Larak Island, Iran Retaliates

US forces struck Iranian rocket launcher positions near Larak Island, ending a weeks-long period of relative calm between the two nations. Iran responded by launching missiles directed toward Jordan, where Jordanian forces intercepted eight incoming threats early Monday. The US military also reported Iranian attempts to lay sea mines in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global shipping corridor. The renewed hostilities triggered a rise in crude oil prices following the military exchanges.

Green energy boost as renewables account for 20% generation in July

Yash's 'Toxic' crosses Rs 200 cr India net in 5 days, worldwide gross at Rs 285 cr

Yash-starrer 'Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-ups' has crossed Rs 200 crore in India net box office collections within its first five days of release. The film's worldwide gross stands at Rs 285.20 crore after five days in theatres. On Day 5 (Sunday), the Hindi version led contributions to the India net collection. The film has also performed strongly off-screen, with ZEE5 reportedly acquiring its digital and satellite rights for Rs 235 crore.

For India polymer notes, bidders certify no animal tallow, firewalls against China, Pakistan

403 Indian nationals cross into Nepal from China; forensics team from India begins work on DNA samples

Mallikarjun Kharge ‘purification’ row: Day after he calls for FIR, Rahul Gandhi booked in Haldwani

‘Doublespeak’: Opposition parties slam RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat, say he can’t tolerate diversity at home

NDA legislator named in 10 FIRs as Muzaffarpur ‘land-grab’ probe widens