Asian Games 2026 Day 5 LIVE Updates: Chanu Wins Silver, India Trail China 1-2 In Badminton Semis

After three days of qualification rounds, India's trio of Maheshwari, Parinaaz and Raiza finished third with a combined score of 331.

Eight MLAs from Meghalaya's United Democratic Party officially joined the BJP during an event at the party headquarters. Senior BJP leaders, including Kiren Rijiju and Sambit Patra, welcomed the new members. The lawmakers expressed their admiration for Prime Minister Modi and the performance of the BJP-led NDA government. This political shift is considered significant for both the northeast and the entire country.

In 1975, West Virginia University opened America's first large-scale driverless transit system, built as a federal experiment to fix a hilly campus's traffic problems. Fifty years on, the Personal Rapid Transit system's 67 electric cars have carried over 100 million passenger trips, still running daily between five stations, proving that "futuristic" driverless transport isn't new; it's been quietly working since before most millennials were born.

Rahul Gandhi has asserted that vote chori is a serious crime against the Indian people and democracy. He accuses the BJP, RSS, and Election Commission of being involved in this transgression. Gandhi highlighted repeated objections from two Election Commissioners regarding the electoral roll revisions conducted by the EC. He emphasized the importance of justice being served for these actions, labeling them as acts of treason.

AGT 2026 finale: The second day of grand finale of America's Got Talent Season 21 will be held on September 23. Ten finalists will perform live, giving viewers a chance to vote for their favorite act. Voting will be available through multiple platforms until the morning after the first night of the finale. Guest performers will include notable artists and returning alumni.

Researchers predict that this year's super El Nino may cause 451,000 excess heat-related deaths worldwide through February 2027. Nigeria is expected to have the highest number of heat-related deaths during this period. The Sahel region and Southeast Asia are also projected to face significant mortality due to extreme temperatures. Countries like India and Pakistan could experience heightened vulnerability during their summer months.

The US Department of Justice has said that President Donald Trump's move to shut out CNN, MS NOW and Politico from areas of the White House is valid, a day ahead of a court hearing. Journalists from CNN, MS NOW and Politico were denied any access to the White House grounds on Saturday and had their passes confiscated.

Bharat Taxi, the country's first cooperative-led ride-hailing platform, is operated by Sahakar Taxi Cooperative Limited

In Colorado, a unique gondola system has been enhancing connectivity between two towns since 1996, allowing passengers to traverse effortlessly while avoiding congested roads. With almost three million annual trips logged, this fare-free service demonstrates how eliminating transit costs can lead to a remarkable increase in ridership. Additionally, its low-emission design sets a precedent for sustainable urban transit solutions.

Foreign Ministers from the G4 countries met in New York to discuss the need for UN Security Council reform. They highlighted the current Council's inability to maintain international peace and security effectively. The G4 emphasized the importance of expanding both permanent and non-permanent membership categories to reflect modern geopolitical realities. Discussions also included the representation needs of under-represented regions, especially Africa.

Foreign Ministers from the G4 countries met in New York to discuss the need for UN Security Council reform. They highlighted the current Council's inability to maintain international peace and security effectively. The G4 emphasized the importance of expanding both permanent and non-permanent membership categories to reflect modern geopolitical realities. Discussions also included the representation needs of under-represented regions, especially Africa.

Addressing The Hindu Sustainability Summit 2026, the minister said climate change and environmental protection can’t be viewed separately from economic development, job creation and industrial growth.