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BRICS Explores Local Currency Trade, Rules Out Common Currency: MEA

BRICS member nations are in discussions about settling trade in local currencies to lower transaction costs, India's Ministry of External Affairs has clarified. However, there is no proposal on the table for a unified BRICS currency. The initiative is intended to work alongside existing global payment systems rather than replace them, with the goal of improving trade efficiency. Member leaders also discussed removing trade barriers and strengthening the World Trade Organization. These deliberations came after eight months of groundwork carried out under India's BRICS chairship.

Himachal Pradesh to Disburse Rs 1,500 to 2.5 Lakh Women on Gandhi Jayanti

The Himachal Pradesh government, led by Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, is set to launch a financial assistance scheme for women on October 2. Under the initiative, around 2.5 lakh women will each receive Rs 1,500 as direct monetary support. The rollout coincides with Gandhi Jayanti, lending symbolic significance to the launch date. Alongside the cash transfer, the state government also plans to introduce a free electricity scheme targeting ultra-poor households. Both measures are part of the Sukhu administration's broader welfare agenda aimed at supporting economically vulnerable sections of society.

UAE and US Top List of Countries with Largest Indian Migrant Populations

The United Arab Emirates and the United States host the highest number of Indian-born migrants living abroad. Saudi Arabia and Pakistan follow closely as major destinations for Indian emigrants. Countries like Kuwait, the United Kingdom, and Canada also have sizeable Indian communities. Australia, Oman, and Qatar round out the list of top destinations for Indian migrants. The data underscores the Gulf region's dominant role in attracting Indian overseas migration.

Border peace essential for bilateral relations, PM Modi tells Xi on BRICS sidelines

'Nehru's spirit in Brics declaration': Cong takes jab at Centre over Bandung reference

Rameswaram temple in backdrop as Modi welcomes leaders

Yemen war escalates: Nearly 50,000 flee homes as Iran-backed Houthi offensive threatens Red Sea trade

70-year-old killed, grandson hurt in Lucknow road rage stabbing

A 70-year-old man was stabbed to death and his grandson injured in Lucknow following a dispute that arose from a bike collision. The altercation turned violent outside a liquor shop in broad daylight. Police have identified the suspected attacker and deployed teams to arrest him. Authorities are gathering CCTV footage and other evidence from the scene. A formal complaint has been filed by the victim's family, and an FIR is being registered.

'Differences should not become disputes': PM pitches 3 'mutuals' for India-China ties

Brewers Owner Settles Beach Dispute, Dedicates $2M Malibu Property to Public

Milwaukee Brewers owner Mark Attanasio has reached a settlement over allegations that sand and rocks were removed from a protected beach in Malibu, California. As part of the agreement, Attanasio will dedicate his $2 million Malibu property for public beach access. The California Coastal Commission welcomed the outcome, describing it as a win for public access to the state's coastline. The company involved in the matter has also agreed to restore the affected area of the beach.

Modi and Xi Hold Bilateral Talks on Sidelines of BRICS Summit

Chinese President Xi Jinping visited India for two days as the country hosted the BRICS summit. On the sidelines of the summit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Xi Jinping held bilateral talks. Xi emphasized that the two nations have much to learn from each other's strengths. The meeting marks a significant diplomatic engagement between the two Asian neighbors.

Joe Root surpasses Sachin Tendulkar's record for most Test half-centuries

England batter Joe Root has broken Sachin Tendulkar's long-standing record for the most half-centuries in Test cricket. Root reached the milestone with an unbeaten 62 off 69 balls, taking his tally to 69 Test fifties and moving past Tendulkar's mark of 68. The innings also helped England complete a 3-0 series whitewash after chasing down a target of 130. Shivnarine Chanderpaul sits third on the all-time list with 66 fifties, followed by Allan Border and Rahul Dravid with 63 each.

Gujarat Professor Urges Ban on Religious Rituals at State-Funded Universities

A senior professor at a Gujarat university has called for a complete ban on religious rituals conducted on university campuses. The faculty member argued that state-funded institutions must maintain a non-religious character in line with constitutional principles. The professor cited the landmark 1973 Kesavananda Bharati Supreme Court verdict, which established secularism as a core part of India's basic constitutional structure. The call reflects ongoing debate about the role of religion in publicly funded educational spaces in India.

First Akash, then Ishan, now Deepika: A new twist in Mayawati's succession

Trump's Queens Childhood Home Sells for $1.93M After Major Renovation

A Tudor-style house in Queens, New York, where Donald Trump spent part of his childhood, has sold for $1.93 million. Developer Tommy Lin had purchased the property for $835,000 and invested over $500,000 in renovations to restore it after years of neglect. The extensive makeover significantly increased the home's market value. Trump's historical connection to the property attracted considerable buyer interest, with the former president's ties serving as a notable selling point.

Flight Captain Found Dead at Luxury Hotel in Delhi's Vasant Kunj

A pilot holding the rank of flight captain was discovered dead at a five-star hotel in Delhi's Vasant Kunj area. The incident took place at Hotel The Grand, a prominent luxury property in the city. Authorities were alerted after the man was found unconscious and unresponsive at the premises. Delhi Police have taken up the matter and are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding his death.

Amid wars in sea lanes, PM Modi proposes emergency support network for seafarers

Gujarat earthquake, Nepal floods & more: What is it about the date 26?

Pentagon seeks AI system to detect missile threats within seconds

The US Department of Defense is actively searching for an advanced AI-powered threat detection system. The system would integrate data from multiple sensors to generate a unified intelligence picture in real time. It is designed to process information and issue alerts within seconds, allowing for rapid military response. Human oversight will remain central to the system, with personnel monitoring progress and adapting decisions as threats evolve.

In BRICS declaration, a push for greater India role at UN Security Council