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Daily Inshorts - 01 October 2025

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Unmasked: Secret BBC filming exposes hidden culture of misogyny and racism inside Met Police

Panorama undercover investigation captures evidence that "toxic behaviours", far from being driven out of the Met, have been driven underground.

Why BBC sent undercover reporter into a busy London police station

A BBC reporter describes secretly filming misogynistic and racist attitudes among serving Metropolitan Police officers.

Met chief apologises for 'reprehensible' behaviour of police officers

Sir Mark Rowley 's comments follow a BBC Panorama undercover report about Charing Cross police station.

Conservationist Dame Jane Goodall dies aged 91

Dr Goodall was a world-leading expert on chimpanzees and a renowned conservationist.

Israeli naval ships intercept Gaza-bound flotilla

Climate activist Greta Thunberg is among activists on the Global Sumud Flotilla being taken to an Israeli port.

Women's World Cup: No Handshake Policy for Women in Blue

It will also be closely watched as to who presents the toss in Colombo, with expectations that it would be a former player or pundit from a neutral nation.

Release of coin, stamp on RSS insult to Constitution: CPI(M)

CPI(M) said the entire exercise is to "whitewash the shameful role of the RSS" which was not just distant from the freedom struggle but actually strengthened the British strategy of divide and rule.

Cough syrup linked to deaths of two children in Rajasthan; 22 batches of the drug banned

At least 8,200 bottles remain in stock at Jaipur's Sawai Man Singh Hospital, but authorities have instructed that they should not be given to patients.

Sonam Wangchuk’s wife writes to President Murmu for his release, seeks intervention on ‘witch-hunt’

Gitanjali Angmo, in her letter, asked if it was a sin to fight against reckless and unchecked development activities in an ecologically fragile area of Ladakh

CJI Gavai's mother Kamala Gavai says she won't attend RSS centenary function in Maharashtra

“If I had been on the dais (at the October 5 RSS function), I would have put forward the Ambedkarite ideology,” Kamala Gavai wrote

Daily Inshorts - 30 September 2025

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Farage doesn't believe in Britain, Starmer tells Labour conference

The PM vows to fight Reform UK's "politics of grievance" in a speech to Labour's annual conference.

Starmer had to show his critics he can take on Farage

With this speech, the prime minister reminded his internal critics who won Labour's whopping majority in the election 15 months ago.

Scientists make embryos from human skin DNA for first time

US scientists testing the technique say it could help people overcome infertility and potentially allow same-sex couples to have a genetically related child.

Bowen: Momentum is the strength of Trump's Gaza plan, but lack of detail is its weakness

The plan is a significant moment - but it lacks the nuts and bolts that determine whether diplomatic agreements hold together, or don't.

Trump peace plan 'ignores interests of Palestinian people', Hamas official tells BBC

A senior Hamas figure told the BBC the group is likely to reject Trump's Gaza peace plan, saying it "serves Israel's interests".

Punjab seeks special package for flood damages; Centre says it stands shoulder to shoulder with people of Punjab

The relief of ₹1,600 crore announced by the Centre is miniscule in the wake of the grave loss suffered by Punjab, says CM Mann

Commission for quacks: How private hospitals in Telangana profit from unqualified practitioners

The practice of unqualified medical practitioners operating so-called ‘first aid centres’ has been rampant in Telangana for decades.

Thunderstorm forecast in 18 Telangana districts on October 1

ED searches Reliance Infrastructure premises on charges of FEMA violation

In a statement Reliance Infrastructure clarified that the survey was relating to a matter dating back 15 years.

RSS should continue to focus on nation-building for next 100 years, says former Congress MP Karan Singh

Though Mr. Singh’s stance is at odds with the Congress’s official position on the RSS, the party has not issued any statement or clarification

Daily Inshorts - 29 September 2025

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Blair could help oversee Gaza transition under Trump plan

The former UK prime minister became the first named member of a new "Board of Peace" chaired by Donald Trump.

Reeves warns of harder choices to come as she hints at tax rises

The chancellor says choices have been made "harder" by international events and the "long-term damage" done to the economy.

Investigators search for motive in deadly Michigan church attack

Officials have interviewed more than 100 people as they work to establish why a gunman attacked a church and set it on fire.

Europe captain 'thinking about' third term after Ryder Cup victory

Luke Donald will "think about" being European Ryder Cup captain again, but says he will not "rush into a decision" after Sunday's victory in New York.

Youtuber MrBeast defends trapping man in burning building for $500,000

The world's most popular YouTuber is notorious for his stunt videos and challenges, and insists he takes safety seriously.

Sociology student from Mumbai wins Srinivas Rayaprol Poetry Prize 2025

The prize, including a citation and cash award of ₹15,000, will be presented on October 25, marking the birth centenary of Srinivas Rayaprol.

Odisha Cabinet approves 10-hour shifts; women to work night shifts

The overtime work limit has been increased from 115 hours to 144 hours every financial quarter.

J&K student assaulted by right-wing activists in M.P. for entering garba event

Central leadership imprint on return of six expelled leaders to Rajasthan Cong.

‘Fulfil poll promise on granting affiliation to Haryana schools’

The BJP had in its 2014 Assembly election manifesto promised that after forming the government, unrecognised schools would be granted one-time permanent affiliation by easing the norms

Daily Inshorts - 28 September 2025

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Mahmood to demand migrants earn right to settled status

The home secretary will outline new conditions migrants have to meet to earn indefinite leave to remain.

Don't underestimate peril for Labour, says Burnham

The mayor of Greater Manchester said those calling for loyalty were "underestimating the peril the party is in".

How weight-loss injections are turning obesity into a wealth issue

With claims of a 'two-tier system', could it be that these drugs are exacerbating health inequalities?

Pro-EU party in Moldova set to win election mired in claims of interference

The vote was seen as critical for Moldova's EU path, and President Maia Sandu warned the country's future was in danger.

Small boat carrying record 125 people crosses Channel

Another migrant dies attempting the journey on a weekend which has seen a number of crossings.

Tea garden workers protest over bonus; management releases first instalment

Workers of Nagaisuri Tea garden held protests on September 26 and 27 and called off their agitation after there was an assurance by the management to provide bonus in three instalments

PM Modi meets Vice President Radhakrishnan

"Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi met with Hon'ble Vice-President Shri C P Radhakrishnan at the Vice-President's Enclave today," the Vice President's secretariat said on X.

Government aims to integrate Ayurveda into health education curriculum in schools, colleges: Minister

Discussions are underway with NCERT and UGC for preparing course modules for the school education and higher education, says Prataprao Jadhav

BCCI to lodge protest against Naqvi after Asia Cup trophy presentation fiasco

“We came along with the medals, so it is very unfortunate, very unsporting and we hope that the trophy and the medals will be returned to India as soon as possible”, said Devajit Saikia, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) secretary.

Durga Puja revellers flock early to pandals in West Bengal fearing rain

Durga Puja festivities will peak over the next four days of Saptami, Ashtami, Navami, and Dashami; large crowds were seen in Kolkata, its suburbs, and in the districts across West Bengal on Sasthi, the sixth day of the festival

Daily Inshorts - 27 September 2025

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Government to guarantee £1.5bn loan to Jaguar Land Rover after cyber shutdown

Ministers hope the loan, from a commercial bank and underwritten by the government, will give certainty to suppliers.

England overpower Canada to win Women's World Cup

England produce a performance full of power and ferocity to defeat Canada at Twickenham and win the Women's Rugby World Cup for a third time.

PM takes aim at 'toxic' Reform as Labour conference gets going

The Labour conference is set to be dominated by questions over how to respond to Nigel Farage's party.

Trump authorises 'full force' as Portland set to become latest city to see troops deployed

The president says the latest move to send troops to a major US city is "necessary" to protect immigration detention facilities.

Russia has no intention of attacking EU or Nato states, foreign minister says

Sergei Lavrov has been highly critical of Western countries and Israel in his speech at the UN General Assembly.

The invisibilised workforce behind Durga Puja festivities

The people who sacrifice festive joy to keep Kolkata’s grandest celebration running

Vote Chori: Opposition MPs should resign and not legitimise the actions of BJP: Parakala Prabhakar

Karur TVK secretary booked over stampede at Vijay’s rally

Police said the case was filed under sections 109, 110, 125b, 223 of BNS for alleged violation of norms during the campaign event at Velysamupuram.

The crucial issue behind Wangchuk’s detention is whether his acts prejudiced ‘public order’

The Supreme Court has differentiated between breach of ‘law and order’ and violation of ‘public order’; the latter refers to actions which affect the community or the public at large

What does Trump’s latest H-1B directive state? | Explained

What will be the consequences for both American and immigrant workers? Do overseas workers displace Americans in tech jobs? What do surveys show? What are immigration lawyers saying? What are the trends likely to play out in the tech sector?

Daily Inshorts - 26 September 2025

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New digital ID will be mandatory to work in the UK, Starmer says

PM says the scheme will make it harder to work illegally but opposition parties argue it won't stop small boat crossings.

Why is the government introducing digital IDs?

The IDs will not have to be carried day-to-day, but they will be compulsory for anyone wanting to work.

Netanyahu attacks Palestinian recognition as dozens walk out of UN speech

Officials and diplomats left the auditorium in protest as the Israeli leader took the stage, leaving large parts of the hall empty.

Elon Musk and Prince Andrew named in new Epstein files

The documents by the estate of convicted paedophile financier Jeffrey Epstein were released by Congressional Democrats.

Dubai sex-trade ring boss held by police after BBC investigation

Charles Mwesigwa led a degrading network exploiting vulnerable women in glamorous parts of Dubai.

Giving warriors a fighting chance: Where personnel injured in line of duty are trained to become para-athletes and IT professionals

In 2020, the National Centre for Divyang Empowerment was established as an exclusive facility for training CAPF personnel who suffer injuries and become physically challenged in the line of duty. In five years, the centre has trained 219 ‘Divyang warriors’, producing medal-winning para-athletes and IT professionals. Vijaita Singh and Naveen Kumar report on how the facilities on campus give the injured a new lease of life

Two Kerala students allege assault by Delhi police personnel

Denying allegations of theft, they say police officers brutally assaulted them, forced them to speak in Hindi and ridiculed them for wearing lungi; MP John Brittas seeks impartial probe into ‘custodial brutality’

DRDO wins businessline’s Changemaker of the Year Award for its strategic technology

The Azim Premji Foundation won the Iconic Changemaker Award for its pioneering and extensive work in education and healthcare

CBI coordinates return of UAPA accused from UAE

Parminder Singh was wanted by the Punjab police in a case of alleged extortion, raising funds for terrorist acts, attempt to murder and criminal intimidation

Sonam Wangchuk detained under NSA for his 'provocative speeches': Ladakh administration

Time and again, it has been observed that Wangchuk has been indulging in activities prejudicial to the security of the state and detrimental to maintenance of peace and public order and services essential to the community, the Directorate of Information & Public Relations (DIPR), Ladakh said in a statement here.

Daily Inshorts - 25 September 2025

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Digital ID to be compulsory for all UK adults under government plans

The prime minister believes a new scheme would help crack down on illegal working in the UK.

PM compares Burnham's economic proposals to Truss 'disaster'

Sir Keir Starmer's comments follow criticism of his leadership from the Mayor of Manchester.

Names, pictures and addresses of 8,000 children stolen in nursery chain hack

Experts have condemned the hack as an "absolute new low" for cyber-crime.

Million-year-old skull rewrites human evolution, scientists claim

New analysis suggests our species began to emerge at least half a million years earlier than we thought

High Streets and rundown spaces to get £5bn boost - is your area on the list?

Under the Pride in Place programme, 169 communities will get £20m over a decade to spend on boosting their local area.

Six arrested in Amritsar with 4 k.g. heroin, 2 pistols: Punjab Police

Preliminary investigation revealed that the accused persons were in touch with a Pakistan-based handler named Shah through social media, the DGP said

Outrage over infant deaths in Indore | In India’s cleanest city, rats in a hospital

Two infants died this September after rats bit them in the NICU of a government hospital in Indore, sparking outrage. However, the Madhya Pradesh government claims that the cause of death was pre-existing medical conditions. Mehul Malpani reports on the gaps in hygiene and safety standards in decades-old facilities and the overburdened public healthcare system in the State

Deep Tech startup Welkinrim raises ₹4.76 crore

50% of U.P. industries flout norms: report on Ganga pollution

Operation Numkhor: Customs continues to verify documents of seized vehicles

Daily Inshorts - 24 September 2025

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Huntington's disease successfully treated for first time

One of the most devastating diseases finally has a treatment that can slow its progression and transform lives, tearful doctors tell BBC.

China makes landmark pledge to cut its climate emissions

It is China's first firm goal to reduce emissions but falls well short of what is needed to meet global targets.

First migrants arrive in UK from France under 'one in one out' deal

A family of three are the first people to be allowed into the country from France, the Home Office says.

Meet the history-making Nasa astronauts headed for the Moon next year

Astronauts of Nasa's first crewed mission to the Moon for more than 50 years hope their journey inspires a new generation.

Russia will expand aggression beyond Ukraine if not stopped, Zelensky warns

Vladimir Putin "will keep driving the war forward wider and deeper", the Ukrainian president tells the UN.

We love India, want more energy trade with it: U.S. Energy Secretary

We want to expand our energy cooperation with India in natural gas and coal, in nuclear, in clean cooking fuels, liquid petroleum gas, India has been a star in that area. So we want nothing more than more trade, energy cooperation with India, says U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright

Jaishankar hosts FIPIC Foreign Ministers' meeting in New York

India and Pacific Island countries are development partners. Our agenda is people-centric and focused on health, technology, capacity building and training, says External Affairs Minister

Excise nabs siblings for selling suspected MDMA through dating app

Revenue officials told to finish survey for coastal highway project by October

Bevco hands over e-scooters to police

Daily Inshorts - 23 September 2025

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Kyiv can win all of Ukraine back from Russia, Trump says

The US president says Ukraine can win back land with support from Nato and Europe, marking a major shift in his position.

Six years ago Trump's UN audience laughed, this year they were silent

The US leader's address was one of the clearest expositions of the way he sees the world, writes James Landale.

Chris Mason: Punchy Lib Dems use Reform UK as call to action

The party is taking on Nigel Farage in a way Labour and the Tories either can't or won't, our political editor writes.

More young people say rising bills now stopping them moving out

A growing number of young adults now say the rising cost of running a home means they can't afford their own place.

Gaza City medics overwhelmed by casualties from Israeli strikes

Two Australian doctors volunteering at al-Shifa hospital say they are having to carry out operations in filthy conditions with few or no anaesthetics.

No ban on meat, egg sale in Bhopal during Navratri, officials deny news reports

Speaking to The Hindu, Bhopal Collector Kaushalendra Vikram Singh said, “No such order has been issued by the district administration placing a blanket ban like this.”

Main accused in Uttarakhand SSSC question paper leak case arrested

Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami reiterated that those involved in exam malpractices will not be spared under any circumstances.

Complaint redressal mechanisms should be made more efficient: women’s panel chief

Seminar on POSH Act held

HC modifies order to deploy traffic police personnel at busy junctions

VACB registers FIR on alleged land grab

Daily Inshorts - 22 September 2025

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France formally recognises Palestinian state

Speaking at the UN in New York, President Emmanuel Macron said "the time for peace has come".

Duchess of York dropped from multiple charities over Epstein email

Seven charities, including the Teenage Cancer Trust, remove the former wife of Prince Andrew as a patron or ambassador.

Jimmy Kimmel show to return after suspension over Charlie Kirk comments

The late-night comic's show will return to air after Disney said it had "thoughtful coversations" with him.

New GPs rule after 27-year-old's cancer missed

Jessica Brady's parents campaigned for the initiative after she made repeated calls to GPs before her death aged 27 from terminal cancer.

How the simmering row over freedom of speech reached boiling point

How did we reach a point where the UK is being compared to a 'tin pot Third World dictatorship'?

Under BJP rule, Odisha reports 37,611 crimes against women in just 14 months

Molestation tops the list with 9,181 cases, followed by abduction of women (8,227), non-dowry torture (6,134), and dowry torture (5,464).

NC MP Ruhullah seeks immediate, unconditional release of rights activist Khurram Parvez

For over 1,400 days, the BJP-RSS regime has kept Kashmiri human rights defender Khurram Parvez in unlawful captivity, says National Conference (NC) leader and MP Aga Syed Ruhullah

Supreme Court assigns CBI plea on Shivakumar case to Justice Kant’s Bench

CBI filed the petition after Karnataka govt. revoked the consent given to the probe agency to investigate the disproportionate assets case against Shivakumar

Students launch protest in Dehradun against paper leak, says anti-cheating law is no deterrent

Demanding justice for those who spent months preparing for exams and ended up losing it to paper leak, students alleged that the anti-cheating law remain no deterrent for the cheating mafias in the State.

British PM Keir Starmer likely to visit India in October

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Mr. Starmer will hold summit-level talks during the visit, which comes a little more than two months after Mr. Modi visited the U.K. to attend the signing of the U.K.-India free trade agreement.

Daily Inshorts - 21 September 2025

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UK formally recognises Palestinian state

Canada, Australia and Portugal also announced the move on Sunday, with Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu accusing leaders of giving a "huge reward to terrorism".

Recognising Palestinian statehood opens another question - who would lead it?

With the president approaching 90 years of age and another possible candidate in jail, finding the right leadership would be a challenge

Watch: Keir Starmer says UK recognises Palestinian state

Prime Minister Starmer says the move will "revive the hope of peace" but Israel says it is "nothing but a reward for jihadist Hamas".

UK rewarding Hamas, says mother of freed British-Israeli hostage

Sir Keir Starmer has insisted Hamas can have "no future, no role in government, no role in security".

Israel will occupy more West Bank land, but recognition matters, mayor tells BBC

Palestinians living in the West Bank describe the impact of Israel's occupying control.

NCW member visits Panskura hospital in West Bengal where female staff was raped by colleague

Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee accuses that NCW visits Bengal for the smallest of incidents but they turn a blind eye when things happen in BJP ruled States

Clash with police in Uttar Pradesh’s Dadri for stopping Mahapanchayat; 22 booked

Police have filed a case against 22 named individuals and others in connection with the incident after denying any instance of stone pelting

In Assam’s BTR, village bodies are sports talent hunters

No gang involvement found in service selection exam paper leak case: Uttarakhand Police

The commission had earlier sought a detailed police probe into the matter, with its chairman Ganesh Singh Martolia admitting that three pages of the question paper has been leaked from a centre

With election looming, Nitish sweetens deal for Bihar’s welfare workers

10,000 Vikas Mitras to get one-time allowance of ₹25,000 each to buy tablets; they play a key role in delivering development, welfare schemes to SCs, STs: CM

Daily Inshorts - 20 September 2025

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Starmer set to announce UK recognition of Palestinian state on Sunday

A host of countries, including France and Canada, are expected to do the same when world leaders gather at the UN General Assembly next week.

Why Starmer decided the time was right to recognise a Palestinian state

The PM had signalled a shift in policy unless Israel took steps including agreeing to a ceasefire in Gaza.

RAF jets join Nato air defence mission over Poland

Tensions have risen across Europe after 19 drones entered Polish territory earlier this month.

Day of delays at Heathrow after cyber-attack brings disruption

The issue affecting check-in and baggage systems has also caused cancellations in Brussels and Berlin.

Curtain rises on Strictly 2025 as new couples revealed

Saturday's spectacular saw a performance by last year's winners Chris McCausland and Dianne Buswell, along with pop star Jessie J.

Three innovative ventures honoured with ChinniKrishnan Awards

Modi’s visit to Manipur | A Prime Minister’s pit stop for promises

In Narendra Modi’s first visit to Manipur after ethnic violence broke out between the minority Kuki-Zo and majority Meitei communities in 2023, up to ₹8,500 crore was announced in investments for the State. The Hindu finds that the PM met with select displaced people, while those he didn’t meet were divided: some said it gave them hope for an end to the conflict; some that investments didn’t necessarily mean peace

Is it feasible to blend isobutanol and diesel? | Explained

When will the pilot project be completed? Why has ethanol been discarded as the possible alternative? What is the raw material? How is it produced? What are the pros and cons of using this biofuel? Will it have a bearing on ignition and better engine performance?

Why is India on the U.S. blacklist on fentanyl? | Explained

What are fentanyl precursors? Why is it difficult to monitor the trade? How does the supply chain work?

Amoebic meningoencephalitis | Conflated cases

Of the 110 cases of AME, only 11 were due to Naegleria fowleri, the ‘brain-eating’ amoeba; almost all of the remaining were cases of encephalitis caused by Acanthamoeba, another free-living amoeba

Daily Inshorts - 19 September 2025

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Estonia seeks Nato consultation after Russian jets violate airspace

Nato intercepted three Russian MiG-31 fighter jets, which remained in Estonian airspace for 12 minutes on Friday.

British couple freed by Taliban hug daughter in emotional reunion

Barbie, 76, and Peter Reynolds, 80, arrive in Qatar after being detained in Afghanistan for months.

US TV hosts back Kimmel as Trump threatens networks

America's leading late-night TV hosts lament Jimmy Kimmel's suspension as a "blatant assault on freedom of speech".

Two ambulance workers arrested after the deaths of six people

Two ambulance workers have been arrested over the deaths of six adults, Wiltshire Police have said.

Judge strikes down 'superfluous' Trump lawsuit against the New York Times

A US federal judge took issue with the contents of Trump's lawsuit against the newspaper and gave him 28 days to amend it.

PM Modi to dedicate Dhordo as India’s newest solar village

The system is projected to generate 2.95 lakh units of electricity annually, directly translating into significant economic relief for residents.

How to celebrate Navaratri

Bombay High Court refuses to interfere in ward formation, says elections cannot be derailed

The Aurangabad Bench of the Bombay High Court dismisses petitions challenging Zilla Parishad elections, citing Constitutional bar on interference and urgency of polls

CBI arrests five more in CGPSC scam case

CBI arrests five, including a retired IAS officer and his son, in the Chhattisgarh CGPSC exam irregularities case

Breaking barriers: First Chuktia Bhunjia girl from Odisha clears PhD

Jaiminee Jhankar, a Chuktia Bhunjia tribe girl, defies tradition to earn a doctoral degree in Odisha, highlighting herbal medicine toxicity

Daily Inshorts - 18 September 2025

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Trump suggests Starmer could use military to control UK borders

The US president says illegal migration "destroys countries from within", as his two-day state visit to the UK comes to a close.

Sarah Smith: Trump visit showed UK's warm relations - and limited influence

The good-natured state visit demonstrated strong relations, but no ally is likely to change the US president's mind.

Trump diverted and forced to swap helicopters on way to Stansted

Marine One was diverted while ferrying Donald Trump from Chequers to Stansted Airport.

First migrant deported to France under 'one in one out' deal

The man was removed on Thursday under the "one in, one out" agreement and has arrived in Paris.

'Cataclysmic' situation in Gaza City, UN official says, as Israeli tanks advance

A constant of stream of Palestinians flee southwards as Israeli tanks reportedly push further into Gaza's biggest urban centre.

Indian-origin U.S. woman killed in Punjab at behest of NRI man she planned to marry

U.S. citizen of Indian origin murdered in Ludhiana by U.K.-based NRI, Sukhjeet Singh, over marriage refusal, said the police

PM Modi to open expanded facilities at Tripura Sundari Temple

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha inspected arrangements at Udaipur and official said the development project aims to boost religious tourism

Lalit Modi’s brother, held in 2019 rape case; lawyer claims false case to extort money

The woman alleged that Samir Modi continuously harassed, assaulted and blackmailed her under false promises of marriage despite knowing he was already married, the police said

Supreme Court fines PWD ₹5 lakh for using workers to clean sewers outside court

Amicus curiae, submitted that the incident reflected a blatant disregard of binding directions. He pointed out that video footage showed a minor among those deployed for the hazardous task

CBI charges Anil Ambani, Rana Kapoor in ₹2,796-crore corruption case

The CBI had registered two cases in 2022 based on a complaint from Yes Bank’s chief vigilance officer

Daily Inshorts - 17 September 2025

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King and Trump hail UK-US special relationship in state banquet speech

The state visit will continue on Thursday, as it moves from a royal spectacle to political talks with PM Keir Starmer

Watch: Pomp and protests on day one of Trump state visit

King Charles hosts Donald Trump at Windsor Castle on the first full day of his UK state visit.

Israeli tanks push into major Gaza City residential area

The sight of tanks in Sheikh Radwan has caused widespread alarm among residents, with thousands fleeing south.

US to invest £150bn in UK, promising thousands of jobs

The UK government is calling this the largest commercial deal of its kind and expects it to create more than 7,600 "high-quality jobs".

US central bank cuts interest rates but cautions over stalling job market

The Federal Reserve makes its first cut to interest rates since 2024, and signals more to come.

Bihar CM Nitish Kumar transfers ₹802.46 crore to construction workers

Nitish Kumar transferred ₹5,000 per construction worker under the Annual Clothing Assistance Scheme and launched the web portal of the “Mukhyamantri Pratigya Yojna (Chief Minister Pledge Scheme)

Paint thrown at statue of Bal Thackeray’s wife Meenatai in Mumbai

Shiv Sena (UBT) Chief, the son of Meenatai Thackeray, reached the spot and criticised the incident, saying this is the work of a person who is either ashamed of his parents or attempting to burn Maharashtra

No person with degree will remain unemployed if voted to power: Tejashwi Yadav

The RJD leader claims the entire population of Bihar is angry with the current government as corruption and crime have increased so much that people don’t feel safe even in their own house

Over one crore saplings planted to celebrate PM’s birthday: Odisha CM Majhi

The State Government had mobilised all line departments, including educational institutes across the State to plant trees

11 militants arrested from 3 Manipur districts

Security forces seized weapons from various outfits’ militants; investigation underway

Daily Inshorts - 16 September 2025

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President Trump in UK for historic second state visit

The visit will see a crowded mix of royal pageantry, trade talks and international politics.

'Completely different, yet genuinely get on' - watch BBC correspondents on Starmer and Trump

The BBC's Political Editor Chris Mason and North America Editor Sarah Smith discuss what's at stake for both sides during the trip.

AI could boost UK economy by 10% in five years, says Microsoft boss

Boss Satya Nadella said it was the biggest investment the firm had made outside of the US.

Eritrean man wins block on removal to France under 'one in, one out' deal

Some migrants who arrived in the UK by small boat had been told they would be put on flights to France as early as Tuesday.

Acting legend Robert Redford dies aged 89

The acting star was famous for roles in The Sting and Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid.

Rajasthan High Court accepts ACB’s closure report in government toppling case

The Anti-Corruption Bureau report stated that there was no evidence of bribery, horse-trading, or political conspiracy in the intercepted phone calls which formed the basis of the case

Madhya Pradesh woman constable beaten to death by husband with baseball bat

The Police official says the accused, Virendra Saket, fled the spot after the alleged crime and is currently on the run

Court denies bail to two accused in Mirwaiz Moulvi Farooq’s assassination case

Bail applications of the accused in Mirwaiz Moulvi Farooq assassination dismissed by TADA Court; accused avoided law enforcement for years

Apple stocks dumped in ditches, as key highway remains closed for third week in Kashmir

Officials said a 300-metre patch in Udhampur was proving to be a major challenge for the authorities. The area has witnessed landslips and land subsidence in the past three weeks

After Indore, patients allege rat bites at Jabalpur medical college; probe launched

Jabalpur Collector Raghvendra Singh said that the district administration has issued notices to hospital authorities, seeking a status report on the incident within three days

Daily Inshorts - 15 September 2025

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Constance Marten and Mark Gordon jailed for 14 years over baby's death

The couple were found guilty in July after a lengthy retrial at the Old Bailey.

PM says he would never have appointed Mandelson had he known full Epstein links

The PM says a due diligence process was gone through before Lord Mandelson was appointed US ambassador.

US destroys alleged Venezuelan drug boat, killing three

The attack came after the Venezuelan president said Caracas would defend itself against US "aggression".

Starmer aide resigns after explicit texts about Abbott surface

Downing Street said the messages about the veteran MP were "appalling and unacceptable".

Israel demolishes more high-rise towers as Gaza City offensive ramps up

BBC Verify's Merlyn Thomas looks at the latest Israeli strikes on buildings in Gaza City city over the weekend.

Bihar Minister announces laptops for top engineering, polytechnic students

At present, the award carries a medal, certificate, memento and cash reward of ₹5,000, ₹4,000 and ₹3,000 for students securing first, second and third position at state level in engineering and polytechnic colleges

More than 6 million children in Maharashtra have non-communicable diseases, say experts

The burden is not just medical but social and financial and parents are pushed into debt for recurring costs and children suffer isolation in schools, say doctors

Odisha attracted investment of ₹5.6 lakh crore, created 1.64 lakh jobs in 15 months, says CM

Foundation stones for 27 industrial projects across 12 districts entailing investment of ₹25,000 crore laid virtually by State CM Mohan Majhi

Normal rainfall during southwest monsoon, says Regional Meteorological Centre

However, these numbers are not final and are bound to change since the end of the season is September 30. Meanwhile, the southwest monsoon began its withdrawal from Rajasthan on Sunday

ANMs protest excessive digital reporting, seek workload cut

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Beckham and Fury lead tributes to champion boxer Ricky Hatton after his death aged 46

Ricky Hatton, known as 'The Hitman', was found dead at home in Manchester earlier. The former world champion was set to return to the ring in December.

We will never surrender our flag, Sir Keir Starmer says

The prime minister said the flag represents "our diverse country" and he will not allow people to feel intimidated.

Mandelson should never have been ambassador, says Epstein victim's family

In an exclusive interview on Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg, Virginia Giuffre's brother said, "he should never have been given the position".

Kirk suspect 'not co-operating' with authorities, governor says

He adds that "much more evidence and information" will become available once charges are filed in the case.

'My wife died giving birth after Trump cut funding to our clinic'

The BBC hears devastating accounts of Afghan mothers and babies dying after US-backed clinics shut.

T.N. Youth Congress rally in Chennai against ‘Vote Chori’

U.S. immigration authorities detain 73-year-old Sikh woman in California; family calls for her release

Harjit Kaur, who has lived in the East Bay in Northern California for more than 30 years, was detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement officials during a routine check-in earlier this week

West Bengal records highest child marriages in India at 6.3%, reveals data

Even after a decade of dedicated schemes targeting elimination of child marriage in West Bengal like Kanyashree Prakalpa the state records very high incidents of child marriage both in rural and urban areas

White-coats walk out in protest: Chhattisgarh’s health workers are on strike

For nearly a month, Chhattisgarh health workers have been on strike, demanding permanent employment and better working conditions. This has burdened the already strained healthcare system in the State

Cong. protests against ‘broken’ roads in Gurugram

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Dozens of officers injured as up to 150,000 join Tommy Robinson rally

Some 25 arrests are made after "unacceptable violence" at demonstrations in central London, police say.

With Trump's state visit days away, blame game begins over Mandelson scandal

There is growing disquiet over the roles of Starmer, his chief of staff and Whitehall vetting in the saga.

Unlimited contactless cards may lead to spending sprees

Spontaneous spending is likely to rise if the £100 limit on contactless cards is scrapped, academics say.

No 10 questioned Mandelson on Epstein links before appointment

The fallout is continuing after Peter Mandelson's sacking as UK ambassador to Washington over his links to disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein.

Trump 'ready' to sanction Russia if Nato nations stop buying its oil

The US president has repeatedly threatened tougher measures against Moscow, but has so far failed to take action.

Muslim community in U.P. demands strict action against accused held for objectionable social media post

The accused allegedly posted objectionable remarks against the Quran and Prophet Muhammad on social media on September 12, prompting a large crowd to gather outside the police station and raise slogans

What are the enhanced powers of Foreigners Tribunals? | Explainer

What do the Rules of the Immigration and Foreigners Act, 2025 specify? How many tribunals are operational in Assam? How have their roles changed? What is the order on Sri Lankan Tamils in India?”

Odisha Information Commission debars RTI applicant from filing applications for a year

Observing that the applicant was seeking excess information, often repetitive, the Information Commissioner capped filing of number of applications at 12 in a calendar year for the applicant

Sébastien Lecornu | Macron’s lieutenant

France’s President has chosen his long-time ally to lead the government and win the support of a fractious Parliament where no party has a majority

Educating young voters

Merely having a candidate to vote for is not enough. Maturity comes from understanding democracy as a dynamic system

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An unlikely end to a 33-hour hunt for Kirk murder suspect

"We got him," Utah Governor Spencer Cox said after authorities apprehended Tyler Robinson, the 22-year-old suspected of killing the conservative activist.

Nine Met Police officers suspended after BBC investigation

The accusations include excessive use of force, discriminatory and misogynistic comments.

Labour MP says PM not up to the job, as Mandelson backlash grows

No 10 say Peter Mandelson was sacked as the UK's ambassador after new information about his links to Jeffrey Epstein came to light.

As Russian army inches closer, Ukrainians must decide to stay or go

In Bilozerske, eastern Ukraine, people must make the agonising decision to flee or risk staying.

Prince Harry told me I was being hacked, says Stephen Lawrence's mum

Baroness Doreen Lawrence says she was "floored" by the allegation the Daily Mail was spying on her.

Chandrababu Naidu, Pawan Kalyan congratulate C.P. Radhakrishnan on being sworn in as Vice-President

Pawan Kalyan conveyed his appreciation to President Droupadi Murmu for gracing the ceremony with her presence, calling it a moment of national pride

Jagan condemns ‘attack’ on two YSRCP activists in Krishna district

Those responsible for such incidents will be held accountable if YSRCP returns to power, he warns

After the disaster: Punjab flood victims face displacement and livelihood loss

Punjab’s floods have taken 55 lives and left thousands of people homeless. Vikas Vasudeva reports on the anxiety around the loss of farm produce and jobs. People in relief camps wonder when they can return home and worry about the condition of their houses and belongings collected over years of work and struggle

Government will procure 50 lakh MT of paddy in kharif, says Civil Supplies Minister

Fine quality rice will be supplied to 41,000 schools and 4,000 welfare hostels in the State, he says

South Central Railway, State departments to coordinate on crowd control measures

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A rooftop figure, gunfire, then panic - how Charlie Kirk shooting unfolded

The conservative activist and influential Trump ally was shot and killed while speaking at Utah Valley University.

Starmer facing fresh questions after Mandelson sacking

The Tories urge the PM to "come clean" on what he knew about Lord Mandelson's links to convicted paedophile Jeffrey Epstein.

Chris Mason: Starmer is losing senior figures at the rate of one a week

Lord Mandelson's departure follows a similar pattern to that of deputy prime minister Angela Rayner.

Bolsonaro sentenced to 27 years in prison for plotting Brazil coup

The former president has been found guilty of trying to mount coup to cling to power after he lost the election.

The wedding crasher mystery solved after four years

For years Michelle and John Wylie were puzzled about the presence of a mysterious tall man in a blue suit at their wedding.

Railway Minister announces parcel train to transport apples from Kashmir to Delhi

The move comes as a relief to orchardists in south Kashmir, where hundreds of trucks laden with apple produce worth ₹200 crore are stranded due to the closure of the Srinagar-Jammu national highway for the past 13 days following landslips triggered by heavy rains

Former Kochi Corporation councillor injured

Road blockade: HC directs CPI(M) leaders to appear before it in contempt of court case

Drunk driving: MVD official suspended from service

Sexual abuse case: HC dismisses anticipatory bail plea of IT firm owner

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Students flee as Kirk shot in front of crowd of hundreds

Video from the campus in Utah shows how the event turned to chaos after a single shot rang out.

Prince Harry meets King Charles for first time in more than a year

There had been no face to face meeting between father and son since February 2024.

Starmer facing pressure over Mandelson's Epstein links

The Tories and some Labour MPs have called for Lord Mandelson to be sacked but Sir Keir has stood by him.

Putin and Netanyahu present twin challenges to Trump's diplomacy

Israel's strikes in Doha and the Russian drone incursion could present major affronts to his authority.

'Netanyahu, we're not leaving': Defiance in Gaza City as Israel shows aid sites planned for evacuees

As Israel insists the whole population of Gaza City must leave, the BBC visits new aid sites the army claims will help them.

State ropes in firms from Karnataka to set up shop in Hosur

Tamil Nadu’s Hosur attracts major investments from Karnataka-based companies, boosting job creation and strengthening the state’s economy.

One accused in rape case of a woman in Kolkata’s Haridevpur arrested from Bardhaman

Another accused who was named by the survivor remains absconding

Raghubar Das alleges Hemant Soren government of doing politics of appeasement

Mr. Das alleged that Hemant Soren government does not want to give rights to the backward classes by not allowing to hold municipal elections

West Bengal CM wants Indo-Bhutan River Commission with Bengal as its member

In response to a question raised by Trinamool Congress Rajya Sabha MP Ritabrata Banerjee on August 11, 2025 the Ministry of Jal Shakti had informed the Parliament that there is no such proposal under consideration to form an Indo-Bhutan River Commission.

Obesity surpassed underweight as the more prevalent form of malnutrition this year: UNICEF report

Ultra-processed food is increasingly replacing fruits, vegetables and protein at a time when nutrition plays a critical role in children’s growth, cognitive development and mental health, UNICEF Executive Director Catherine Russell said

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Hamas claims leadership survived Israeli attack in Doha, but confirms six deaths

Meanwhile, the White House says the Israeli strike "does not advance Israel or America's goals".

Bowen: Diplomacy in ruins after Israel strikes Hamas leaders in Qatar

The Doha attack signals that Benjamin Netanyahu will press forward hard on all fronts, writes Jeremy Bowen.

Reeves tightens departmental spending ahead of budget

Ahead of the Autumn budget, the chancellor is limiting access to the Treasury's emergency funds.

Chris Mason: Early skirmishes in Labour race highlight government headache

The ripple effects of the Angela Rayner saga roll on as six candidates make their pitch for deputy.

Macron names ally Sébastien Lecornu as new French PM

It comes after a vote of confidence ousted François Bayrou after nine months in power.

Odisha Crime Branch files charge-sheet in self-immolation by girl on college campus

The 504-page chargesheet containing elaboration on the incidents leading to self-immolation by the girls was filed before the court of sub-divisional judicial magistrate in Balasore

Lalu Prasad performs pind-daan at Vishnupad temple in Gaya ji

Leader of Opposition in Bihar Legislative Assembly Tejashwi Yadav said that his father’s health was not well despite that he wanted to visit Vishnupad temple to perform ‘pind-daan’ for the salvation of his ancestors’ souls.

In a first, Indian Armed Forces’ all-women sailing team to circumnavigate the globe

The expedition will include crossing the equator twice and rounding the three Great Capes, i.e. Cape Leeuwin in Australia, Cape Horn in South America and the Cape of Good Hope in South Africa.

KMRL to pause piling work; KWA to relocate pipes to solve frequent pipe bursts

Union government seeks ‘factual report’ on forest rights complaint concerning Nicobar project

Tribal Affairs Ministry has written to the Chief Secretary of Andaman and Nicobar Islands seeking report on a complaint that the administration falsely certified completing identification and settlement of forest rights