India
'No deadline for Sheikh Hasina's return', says Indian high commissioner in Bangladesh
High Commissioner Dinesh Trivedi addressed the extradition request for Sheikh Hasina from Bangladesh, stating that the matter is under legal review, preventing a set timeline for her repatriation. He clarified that India had no involvement in her arrival, citing the dire circumstances in Bangladesh. As relations between India and Bangladesh grow increasingly strained, the new Bangladeshi government remains resolute in pursuing Hasina's extradition.
Analysis: With New UP Chief, Congress Looks to Smoothen Ties With Samajwadi Party
Aradhana Mishra has replaced Ajay Rai as the UP Congress president.

Wisconsin diver finds 17-foot canoe in lake; tests show it is 1,000 years old
A fascinating discovery was made by diver Mark Schachtner: an ancient dugout canoe dating back about 1,000 years in Pewaukee Lake. In partnership with Native Nations, the Wisconsin Historical Society is carefully documenting this important archaeological treasure. Researchers have assessed its condition and theorized its submersion history. This find not only contributes to Wisconsin's storied history of ancient canoes but also sheds light on Indigenous practices.
Michigan commits $89m to clean polluted Detroit and Kalamazoo rivers
Michigan's Reclaim the Rivers initiative is set to invest $89 million to tackle pollution in the Detroit and Kalamazoo rivers. This funding is dedicated to sediment removal, restoring habitats, and increasing public access for recreation. State officials envision a significant transformation by 2040, working to reverse years of industrial damage and improve water quality and ecological health across communities and the Great Lakes.
Man adopted 60 years ago learns Grammy winner Michael McDonald is his father
A St. Louis man adopted as a baby nearly 60 years ago discovered that Grammy-winning musician Michael McDonald was his biological father after a previously unknown half-brother took a 23andMe DNA test. The discovery led to meetings with both his birth mother and McDonald, followed by a family reunion that also introduced McDonald to his grandchildren.
7 Arrested After Woman Stripped, Assaulted In Guwahati Bar
The arrests were made after police took note of viral social media videos purportedly showing the alleged assault, and registered a case on their own.

India Faces Sharp Rise In Power Shortage As September Demand Spikes
Actual power demand during April-August FY27 was 3.3 per cent higher than projected, suggesting that the country's electricity needs have been growing faster than expected.

Congress Falls Back On A Fullback: Where Pargat Singh Fits In The Punjab Poll Play
Vijay Inder Singla, a Hindu face, was reportedly the frontrunner before the Congress replaced one Jat Sikh with another as its Punjab unit chief. How far does such arithmetic work in the state's politics? Pargat's appointment holds some of the answers.

Asian Games 2026 Medal Tally: Golden run in hockey, cricket takes India into top 4
India moved up to fourth place in the Asian Games 2026 medal tally after a big medal-winning day on Saturday. India added five gold medals across wrestling, golf, hockey, cricket and archery to take their overall tally to 85 medals - 21 gold, 27 silver and 37 bronze.
50 cities, 70,000 protesters: Spain’s housing crisis fuels nationwide anger
Protests erupted in multiple Spanish cities, including Madrid, following the rejection of rental protection measures by parliament. Tens of thousands of demonstrators demanded action on the housing crisis affecting vulnerable renters. The anger was sparked by the eviction of an elderly woman, who became a symbol of the housing struggles. The rising rental costs have made affordable housing increasingly out of reach for many citizens.
'Parents oppose marriage': Andhra man kills 19-year-old girlfriend, jumps to death
Mahalakshmi, a young woman of 19, lost her life after a brutal knife attack by her ex-boyfriend, Chinna Rao, aged 22. The assault occurred at her home, where Chinna's persistent harassment, stemming from family opposition, culminated in violence. Mahalakshmi suffered grave injuries and passed away after four hours in the hospital. In a heartbreaking conclusion, Chinna leaped from a building, ending his life shortly after the attack.



