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SCO Summit: Putin praises India’s role in Ukraine peace efforts, rejects US ‘Modi’s war’ narrative

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SCO Summit: Putin praises India’s role in Ukraine peace efforts, rejects US ‘Modi’s war’ narrative

At the SCO Summit, Putin praised India’s peace efforts in Ukraine, dismissed US claims blaming Modi, and held a warm bilateral meeting with PM Modi. New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin were at the centre of attention during the 25th Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Heads of State Council summit held in Tianjin on Monday. Both leaders, playing pivotal roles on the global stage, emphasised the importance of diplomatic dialogue and peace efforts amid the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict. During the summit, President Putin praised the constructive roles of India and China in seeking a resolution to…

This smallcap stock surges over 15% as markets bounce back – Check details

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Sep

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This smallcap stock surges over 15% as markets bounce back – Check details

After a flat opening, the 30-share BSE Sensex surged 534.80 points or 0.67 per cent to 80,344.45. The 50-share NSE Nifty went up by 192.50 points or 78 per cent to 24,619.30. Mumbai: Shares of Hyderabad-headquartered MIC Electronics Limited surged over 15 per cent as the equity benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, rebounded in early trade on September 1, 2025, following the release of gross domestic product (GDP) data, which showed that India's economy grew by a stronger-than-expected 7.8 per cent in the April-June. The counter opened gap up with a gain of 3.46 per cent at Rs 49.40 on…

South Africa announce playing XI for 1st ODI against England; Breetze, Rabada miss out on series opener

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Sep

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South Africa announce playing XI for 1st ODI against England; Breetze, Rabada miss out on series opener

After England, South Africa also announced their playing XI for the ODI series opener at Headingley, a day before. South Africa are coming off a 2-1 series victory against Australia in the format and will be keen to take the momentum over to England. Leeds (England): South Africa, too, announced their playing XI a day in advance, like their opponents, England. The Proteas, who recently had a successful away ODI assignment in Australia, had rested a few players in the finale, with the visitors taking an unassailable lead after two games themselves and hence, the likes of Keshav Maharaj, Lungi…

Faced with backlash at home over India ties, Trump responds with ‘one-sided disaster’ rhetoric

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Sep

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Faced with backlash at home over India ties, Trump responds with ‘one-sided disaster’ rhetoric

Trump described the economic relationship between India and US as "totally one-sided" and a "disaster" for the United States. Washington: After facing criticism at home regarding his handling of relations with India, US President Donald Trump resorted to his familiar rhetoric, calling past trade engagements with New Delhi a "one-sided disaster." His comments come hours after Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin in China. Trump also claimed that India has offered to cut their tariffs to nothing. In a post on Truth Social, Trump said, "What few people understand is that we do very…

Bank Holidays September 2025: Up to 15 days off – Check full list of holidays by RBI

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Sep

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Bank Holidays September 2025: Up to 15 days off – Check full list of holidays by RBI

Bank Holidays September 2025: Services that involve physical banking activities and are governed by the Negotiable Instruments Act will not be available to customers on closure days. New Delhi: With the beginning of September, people are eager to be aware of the bank holidays in this month. The banks across India will observe a mix of holidays and public holidays as per the RBI calendar. The Reserve Bank of India has released an official schedule, which includes several holidays falling on religious festivals and state-specific observances, as well as special local holidays. Along with these days off, all scheduled and non-scheduled…

No Indian among 541 players shortlisted for SA20 auction; Anderson, Shakib headline overseas roster

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Sep

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No Indian among 541 players shortlisted for SA20 auction; Anderson, Shakib headline overseas roster

The SA20 2026 auction is set to take place in Johannesburg on Tuesday, September 9, with a total of 541 players set to go under the hammer. The two-time championship-winning skipper, Aiden Markram, will also be among the high-profile local names who might find a new team. Johannesburg: As many as 300 South Africans and 241 overseas players are set to go under the hammer at the SA20 2026 auction next week in Johannesburg, with 84 slots up for grabs. Each of the six teams was allowed six retentions, apart from a wildcard pick ahead of the auction for the…

Pakistan army helicopter crashes in Gilgit-Baltistan, five personnel killed

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Pakistan army helicopter crashes in Gilgit-Baltistan, five personnel killed

A Pakistan Army helicopter crashed during a test landing in Gilgit-Baltistan’s Thor Valley on Monday, killing all five personnel onboard. New Delhi: A Pakistan Army helicopter crashed on Monday morning in the Thor Valley of Diamer district, Gilgit-Baltistan, killing all five personnel on board, officials confirmed. According to Gilgit-Baltistan government spokesperson Faizullah Faraq, the helicopter went down during a test landing on a newly proposed helipad in the village of Hudur, Thor Valley. The crash, attributed to a technical fault, claimed the lives of two pilots and three technical crew members. “One of our helicopters has crashed in Thor, Chilas.…

55 km elevated corridor over Ring Road: Project picks up pace, to ease traffic – Check details

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Sep

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55 km elevated corridor over Ring Road: Project picks up pace, to ease traffic – Check details

Elevated Corridor: The corridor will rise above the current Inner Ring Road and be built signal-free, offering high-speed access to users willing to pay a toll. New Delhi: To ease traffic congestion in several parts of the national capital, the Delhi government has decided to build a 55 km-long elevated corridor above the Ring Road. The project has now gained momentum as the Public Works Department (PWD) has invited bids to appoint a consultant to study and prepare a detailed project report (DPR) for the construction of the elevated corridor on the Inner Ring Road (Mahatma Gandhi Marg). According to…

Hundred’s hat-trick hero to make his debut as England name team for 1st ODI against South Africa

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Sep

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Hundred’s hat-trick hero to make his debut as England name team for 1st ODI against South Africa

England will be hosting South Africa for a white-ball series, comprising three ODIs and as many T20Is. The Three Lions have announced their Playing XI for the first ODI with The Hundred 2025's hat-trick hero set to make his international debut. New Delhi: England have announced their Playing XI for the first ODI against South Africa on Tuesday, September 2 at Headingley, Leeds with Hundred's hat-trick star in line to make his debut. Sonny Baker, the right-arm fast bowler of Manchester Originals who took the only hat trick in the Hundred 2025, will be making his international debut for the…

Plane carrying EU Chief Ursula von der Leyen hit by suspected Russian GPS jamming over Bulgaria

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Plane carrying EU Chief Ursula von der Leyen hit by suspected Russian GPS jamming over Bulgaria

The plane landed safely in Plovdiv airport, and von der Leyen will continue her planned tour of the European Union's nations bordering Russia and Belarus, said the commission's spokesperson Arianna Podesta. New Delhi: A plane carrying European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen experienced GPS jamming while flying over Bulgaria in what officials suspect was a Russian operation, the European Commission confirmed on Monday. Commission spokesperson Arianna Podesta said the disruption occurred during von der Leyen’s tour of European Union member states bordering Russia and Belarus. “We can indeed confirm that there was GPS jamming. We have received information from…