India goes FTA shopping at G20 as Piyush Goyal works the room with a cart full of trade deals

Key Takeways: Affected households in Badimalika, Tribeni and Gaumul received relief Materials were provided under a western Nepal emergency response project Food, blankets, mat...

Nethra Kumanan secured a bronze medal in the women's dinghy event at the Asian Games 2026. Indian sailors previously achieved multiple medals in both men's and women's skiff competitions. The Indian women's archery team also won gold against South Korea in the recurve team event. Various athletes progressed to semifinals in wrestling and cycling competitions during the games. Currently, India ranks sixth in the overall medal tally with 70 medals.

The alleged stabbing of captain by his co-pilot on a FlyDubai flight bound for Tel Aviv has exposed potential gaps in crew screening, cockpit security and emergency response protocols. Investigators from Saudi Arabia, the UAE and Israel, with assistance from the US and Oman, are examining the incident, including pilot vetting, the handling of distress calls and how the crew member was cleared to operate the Israel-bound flight.

Jason Collins' exquisite Brentwood abode is currently on the market for $3.75 million. Purchased in 2004 for $2.39 million, the luxurious property boasts spacious living areas and is nestled within a secure, guard-gated community. Offering an array of outdoor entertainment facilities, including a refreshing swimming pool and relaxing hot tub, Collins called this residence home for over twenty years, witnessing numerous significant life events.

A Delhi consumer commission has ordered Sanjeevani Dairy Farms to refund Rs 170 retained in a customer's milk delivery app wallet after he stopped the service over poor-quality milk. The commission also awarded Rs 2,500 for mental harassment, agony and litigation expenses, along with 6% annual interest on the refund. The order was passed on September 22, 2026.

Eight students from Winners Academy drowned while swimming at Diveagar beach during a picnic. A total of 48 people, including students and teachers, attended the outing on Thursday. The tragedy shocked the local community in Alandi, leading to a call for mourning. Last rites for the victims were conducted in Alandi, with some bodies sent to different locations. Search and rescue teams recovered the students' bodies following the incident.

Eight students from Winners Academy drowned while swimming at Diveagar beach during a picnic. A total of 48 people, including students and teachers, attended the outing on Thursday. The tragedy shocked the local community in Alandi, leading to a call for mourning. Last rites for the victims were conducted in Alandi, with some bodies sent to different locations. Search and rescue teams recovered the students' bodies following the incident.

The International Space Station, global humanitarian groups and international courts are among the names being discussed ahead of the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize announcement on October 9, while Donald Trump and Canada’s Mark Carney are also seen as contenders. Analysts caution that predictions are highly speculative, with the committee typically favouring durable peace efforts and international cooperation.

EC SIR News: The Election Commission has directed state poll officials to launch a special drive to identify and register eligible voters left out during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. Booth Level Officers will cross-check pre-SIR and current rolls, conduct house-to-house verification and collect Form 6 applications from eligible voters, including first-time and young electors.

The Democratic National Committee has sued the Trump administration over changes to an overseas voter registration form that it says could make it harder for some US citizens who have never lived in the country to register to vote. The lawsuit argues the Pentagon improperly removed a longstanding option used by such voters, potentially affecting thousands of overseas Americans ahead of the midterms.