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- Centre defends GST growth, says 14.8% estimate uses like-for-like baseThe government says its GST growth calculation uses a like-for-like tax base, while former finance secretary Subhash Chandra Garg argues that excluding the withdrawn compensation cess masks the revenue impact.
- BRICS India 2026 logo explained: The meaning behind the lotus, petals and ‘Namaste’As India assumes the BRICS chairship for the fourth time, this year's summit theme is “Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability.” Here's what BRICS India 2026 logo means.
- ‘Will take down posts against Gaurav Bhatia in 24 hrs’: CJP's Saurav Das, Ashutosh Ranka to Delhi HCCounsels appearing for Das and Ranka told the Court that they would take down the disputed posts. The Court recorded their statements and directed that the posts be removed within 24 hours.
- Supreme Court questions FSSAI on ‘high sugar, salt, fat’ warning labelsThe top court has sought clarity on the nutrient thresholds and scientific basis for FSSAI’s proposed two-phase front-of-pack warning system.
- Xi Jinping not coming to India for BRICS Summit 2026? China refuses to confirm, says ‘no information to provide’China's foreign ministry said they had “no information to provide” on the much anticipated visit of President Xi Jinping to India for the BRICS Summit 2026.
- Red Fort blast: ‘How to Become an Assassin’, ‘44 Ways to Support Jihad’ — NIA recovers ‘extremist literature’The National Investigation Agency (NIA) reportedly recovered the ‘Lone Mujahid’ Pocket Book/How to Become an Assassin during an investigation into the Red Fort blast case and linked it to Al-Qaida in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP).
- Sheikh Hasina's daughter Saima Wazed resigns as WHO regional head after fraud allegations: What to knowSaima Wazed, daughter of ousted Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina, resigned as WHO Southeast Asia regional director after fraud investigations by the UN agency and Bangladesh authorities. Wazed, who denies the allegations, had been on unpaid leave since 2025.
- From Satya Niketan to Laxmi Nagar: MCD continues demolition and enforcement drive against dangerous buildingsThe ongoing drive is part of a wider crackdown on unauthorised construction, illegal misuse of properties and structurally unsafe buildings across Delhi, which has intensified following the Satya Niketan collapse.
- 29 flights at 7 months? Baby goes viral after Southwest pilot parents share record in welcome address | Watch videoSouthwest Airlines pilot Sean shared a touching moment on social media as he took the controls while his 7-month-old son, Noah, boarded his 29th flight. The post quickly went viral, receiving millions of views and positive reactions.
- Trump’s $1 trillion promise: Every adult US citizen to get $5,000 if Republicans win Congress — What is ‘Trump dividend’US President Donald Trump made a big promise to Americans, saying he will give all adult US citizens a $5,000 dividend if Republicans retain control of both houses of Congress.
- Nandan Nilekani, family in Karnataka SIR discrepancy list: What it means, who else was flaggedInfosys co-founder Nandan Nilekani, his wife and children have featured in Karnataka's SIR discrepancy list as unmapped with last SIR. Notices were generated for several prominent voters, including Nikhil Kamath and actor Shivarajkumar.
- BRICS Summit 3-day traffic advisory: How to reach Railway Stations, Airport amid restrictions, diversions in DelhiDelhi authorities have imposed traffic restrictions and street vendor bans for the upcoming BRICS Summit, affecting over 35 roads. Check Delhi Traffic Police advisory to reach Railway Stations and Airport amid restrictions and diversions.
- Tate Brothers Denied Bail Ahead of Extradition in UK Rape CaseSocial-media influencers Andrew and Tristan Tate lost their bid to be released on bail while they fight extradition to the UK, where they face rape charges.
- US-Iran war: US aircraft, ‘Warthog’ and F-15s, suffer damage in overnight Iranian strikes in Jordan, says reportOne A-10 Thunderbolt, known as the Warthog, was struck and left with a missing wing, while roughly eight F-15s sustained light damage and were placed back into service, a report claimed.
- Petrol and diesel prices today – 10 Sep: Fuel rates in Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru as Crude oil edges toward $102 a barrelPetrol and diesel prices today, 10 Sep: Brent crude edged toward $102 a barrel on Thursday amid tit-for-tat strikes between US and Iran. Check fuel rates in Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru amid renewed US-Iran crossfire.
- First Turkey ‘secret’ switch, now ‘accidental’ slide deployment: What happened at Trump's Qatari Air Force OneUS President Donald Trump's Qatari-gifted Air Force One was delayed on the tarmac on Wednesday after an emergency inflatable slide ‘accidentally’ deployed, raising fresh questions over the safety of the jet. Here's what happened exactly.
- US-Iran war LIVE updates: US military aircraft damaged in overnight strikes on Jordan air baseUS-Iran war LIVE updates: Iran attacked 10 ships near the Strait of Hormuz after US strikes sank five Iranian oil tankers. Brent crude crossed $100, while Tehran also fired missiles at a US base in Jordan, escalating the six-month-old war.
- Lil Durk murder-for-hire trial goes to jury as prosecutors allege revenge, defence argues reasonable doubtLil Durk’s federal murder-for-hire trial has gone to the jury after prosecutors argued the rapper sought revenge over King Von’s killing, while his defence attacked the government’s evidence and urged jurors to find reasonable doubt.
- Ukraine Hits Two Gas Condensate Plants in Russia’s ArcticUkraine said its hit two gas condensate processing plants in Russia’s Arctic zone for the first time, underscoring the expanding reach of Kyiv’s attacks on the nation’s key industry.
- Emergency slide deploys on Qatari-gifted Air Force One, briefly delaying Trump before Dallas GOP conventionPresident Donald Trump’s departure for the GOP convention in Dallas was briefly delayed after an emergency slide deployed on his Qatari-gifted Air Force One. Trump said crews were carrying out a check and insisted he was confident the aircraft was safe.
- Iran Nuclear Impasse Deepens After US Wins UN Watchdog VoteThe US pushed through a resolution of censure against Iran that refers its nuclear file to the United Nations Security Council, deepening the diplomatic divide separating Washington from Beijing, Moscow and Tehran.
- ChatGPT 1980s photo trend: Shashi Tharoor and sons join AI fashion; netizens react, ‘More handsome than Shah Rukh Khan’Shashi Tharoor shared photos from the 1980s on social media, drawing comparisons to Bollywood stars. Many users praised his timeless charm and retro style.
- Coal India steps up output, supplies to power plants as rains subsideDespatches from Coal India's mines to the power sector rose 27% to 1.74 million tonnes on 8 September, from an average of 1.37 million tonnes a day during the first three days of the month, the state-run miner said.
- JPSC scam: ₹5 lakh for PT, ₹25 lakh for final clearance, blank cheques and more — how alleged syndicate ran in JharkhandFormer JPSC Chairman L Khiangte's bail petition was rejected. Reportedly, the CBI, which is currently probing the alleged exam irregularities in the Jharkhand case, submitted an affidavit.
- ChatGPT 1980s photo trend: What happens to your picture after you upload it?A new ChatGPT trend allows users to create retro 1980s-style selfies. Before uploading, users should consider the privacy implications, as images can contain personal data. Uploaded photos may be stored with conversation data, raising questions about data retention and usage by AI services.
- Who is Noel Clarke? British actor charged with six sexual offences involving five womenActor and filmmaker Noel Clarke has been charged with six sexual offences, including sexual assault and voyeurism, following allegations from five women. The alleged offences date from 2007 to 2016. He is due in court in October.
- 'Moonlighting is a crime unless you're an MP': LinkedIn post sparks debate; check social media reactionsA LinkedIn post discusses society's ‘double standards’ on moonlighting, contrasting employees' additional income with MPs' outside professional engagements.
- Who is Suresh Gopi? Why did BJP MP and Malayalam star order all gates at Thrissur’s Paliyekkara toll plaza to be opened?Suresh Gopi highlighted ‘legal guidelines’ after directing toll plaza operators to open all gates at Paliyekkara. According to police, the traffic cleared in half an hour after the gates were opened.
- Ammy Virk's father dismisses Canada Shooting ‘rumours’ involving his son, says family safe and no dispute with anyoneA vehicle linked to a Punjabi concert tour in Canada's Abbotsford was shot at, raising questions about whether Ammy Virk was targeted. His family denied he was involved. Initial reports claimed he was in the bulletproof vehicle.
- Monsoon to remain active across India through 15 SeptemberSouthwest monsoon accounts for more than 70% of India's annual rainfall, while about 45% of the country's net sown area remains rain-fed.
- Global Fintech Fest 2026: PhonePe becomes first app to enable Visa's tokenisation, tap to pay and cross-border paymentsPhonePe and Visa have launched three payment solutions—Tap to Pay, Cross Border Scan to Pay and Smart Accept—at GFF 2026. PhonePe becomes the first Indian app to offer Visa’s three core capabilities, while Smart Accept lets small merchants accept card payments using smartphones.
- Mint Explainer: Will Volkswagen be third time lucky with an Indian partner?Following failed tie-ups with Tata and Mahindra, Volkswagen has turned to JSW to cut production costs as the Indian conglomerate seeks European tech to diversify from Chinese partners.
- Aadhaar prepares for threefold jump in daily authentications: UIDAI chief Neelkanth MishraUIDAI chairperson Neelkanth Mishra said Aadhaar is preparing for a sharp rise in usage, with daily authentications expected to increase from 100 million to 250-300 million.
- CAQM pulls up Haryana pollution board over dust-monitoring lapsesThe Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has flagged a lack of compliance by the Haryana State Pollution Control Board in monitoring construction sites. The CAQM highlights failures in remote dust control measures as air quality concerns rise ahead of winter.
- CNR Rao name mismatch hearing: Did Bharat Ratna scientist receive SIR notice over extra 'F'? GBA chief clarifiesGBA Chief Commissioner Maheshwar Rao clarified that no notice was served on Professor CNR Rao regarding the electoral roll revision. According to the GBA, Rao was listed as a voter in Part No-129, Serial No-431 of the 76-Malleshwaram Assembly Constituency in the 2002 electoral roll.
- ChatGPT photo trend: Top 5 prompts to turn your photo into 1960s, 70s, 80s and 90s versions for Instagram, WhatsAppChatGPT photo trend: A photo trend is going viral, turning people's pictures into nostalgic moments from the 80s. Here's you can create yours too in easy steps using ChatGPT, Google Gemini, Grok and more AI photo-editing tools.
- Rhiya Ahir, Shehzad Poonawalla spar over Bigg Boss 20, Rahul Gandhi and age: ‘Leave women alone’Riya Ahir, a Mumbai model, responded to Shehzad Poonawalla's mockery about Bigg Boss 20 by sarcastically defending herself and criticising his age difference. She denied disrespecting the Army and dismissed political claims against her, urging Poonawalla to focus on people closer to his age.
- Punjabi singer-actor Ammy Virk's convoy attacked in Canada: 7 shots fired, no injuries reported — What we know so farPunjabi singer-actor Ammy Virk was reportedly caught in a shooting in Canada after his concert in Abbotsford. Police said 7 shots were fired at a vehicle, with no injuries. Virk's father has said the singer is safe.
- India condemns Iran-backed Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia that injured over 70 civilians: 'Unacceptable'Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said such aggressive actions that “undermined regional security and stability and threatened freedom of navigation in the Bab-el-Mandeb were unacceptable”.
- Gaurav Bhatia files ₹2 cr defamation suit against Saurav Das, other CJP leaders over AI-generated postBJP leader and senior advocate Gaurav Bhatia has filed a defamation suit before the Delhi High Court against CJP, its leaders Abhijeet Dipke and Ashutosh Ranka, and Saurav Das over alleged defamatory social media posts.
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