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Putin arrives in Delhi for Brics Summit, bilateral talks with PM Modi on the cards

Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in New Delhi early Friday to commence his three-day visit to India for the 18th Brics Summit and to hold bilateral meetings with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The Russian President was received at the airport in Delhi by Kirti Vardhan Singh, Minister of State for External Affairs.This visit is monumental since it will be Putin's first in-person BRICS Summit outside of Russia since the Ukraine war began in February 2022. The New Delhi Summit comes against a backdrop of mounting pressures on the global economy, including the Russia-Ukraine war, the West Asia crisis, and the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.Apart from this, the emerging economies are also dealing with the controversial trade and tariff policies introduced by US President Donald Trump. Putin's visit is also coming amidst escalating conflict with Russia-Ukraine, with both nations targeting critical infrastructure ahead of the challenging winters.Later in the day, the Russian president will hold a bilateral meeting with Prime Minister Modi and will join him for a visit to the Innoprom exhibition, organised by the two countries' ministries of industry and trade. After this, the two leaders will hold wide-ranging bilateral talks, focusing on ways to deepen cooperation in defence, energy, technology, pharmaceuticals and people-to-people ties. The main events of the Summit are scheduled to begin on September 12, with a meeting of BRICS leaders to discuss initiatives put forward by the Indian chairship and prospects for further strengthening the BRICS strategic partnership in politics and security, economics and finance, and cultural and humanitarian ties.

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Iran's IRGC provided arms & advice to Yemen's Houthi for capturing key Red Sea cityIran-backed Houthis seized control of Yemen's port city of Mocha on Thursday and advanced down the Red Sea coast to other strategic islands, a military source confirmed, reflecting the escalation of the conflict in West Asia. Shortly after the seizure was announced, reports suggested that the Yemeni militant group received direct guidance from Iran's Revolutionary Guards, seeking to open a new front in Iran's war.Yemeni, Iranian and regional sources told Reuters that Houthis conducted the operation in Yemen with Iran's guidance. By seizing the southwestern port ‌city of Mocha, the Houthis have strengthened their chokehold on the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, a key waterway whose disruption further constricts global energy supplies after Iran blockades the Strait of Hormuz. The group is now focusing on consolidating that grip on the strait even as opposing government forces backed by Saudi Arabia focus on an offensive in the north. Last week, Iran told Houthis to escalate their attacks on Saudi Arabia, a close US ally, and promised more funding, weapons and senior officers to help them do so, Reuters reported.

Coforge chairman Om Prakash Bhatt resigns after board audit flags concerns.Coforge shares fell as much as 8.7 per cent to Rs 1,780.70 on the NSE, their biggest intraday decline in more than a year. The stock was among the biggest losers on the Nifty IT index, which was down nearly 3 per cent in morning trade. Bhatt, a former chairman of State Bank of India, had been appointed chairman of Coforge’s board in 2024. His term was due to run until April 2027.Coforge said its internal auditor, as part of its Q2 FY26 audit plan, reviewed the process followed for the board evaluation exercise and the resulting Board Evaluation Report. The review identified concerns over how the evaluation process and report had been handled and presented to the board. It also found that certain material information related to the report, including information concerning the chairman’s performance, had not been fully disclosed to the board when the report was presented.Following the audit findings, the board raised its concerns with Bhatt and sought an explanation. Bhatt provided his response, and the board was still evaluating it when he submitted his resignation on September 8.

IMF welcomes India’s statistical reforms after 7.8% GDP growth beats expectations.India’s real GDP grew 7.8 per cent in the second quarter, exceeding expectations and underscoring the resilience of the world’s fastest-growing major economy, according to the International Monetary Fund (IMF).Julie Kozack, spokesperson for the IMF, said India’s growth was above the expectations of IMF staff and the consensus among other observers. “India's real GDP in the second quarter grew by 7.8%. That was above our staff's expectations and also the consensus among other observers,” Kozack said. She attributed the upside surprise to stronger-than-expected activity in the services sector and exports.“This upward surprise was driven by stronger-than-expected activity in the services sector and in exports,” she said. The latest figures point to continued momentum in key areas of the Indian economy, with services remaining a major contributor to overall activity. Stronger exports also supported growth, highlighting the role of external demand alongside domestic economic drivers.

Missiles over Saudi, silence in Pakistan.The attacks, launched by Yemen’s Houthi movement, set off fires at key energy facilities, injured dozens of civilians, and briefly disrupted operations linked to Saudi Aramco. As smoke cleared over affected sites in Abha, Jizan, and along the Western maritime corridor, a familiar question echoed across diplomatic channels: Where is Pakistan? Under the landmark Strategic Mutual Defence Agreement (SMDA) — frequently dubbed the "Mecca Defence Pact" after Turkey was added to it — Islamabad and Riyadh pledged that an act of aggression against either nation would be treated as an act of aggression against both.The pact was touted as a historic breakthrough in Arab-South Asian collective security, binding the military power of the world’s only nuclear-armed Muslim state to the financial and strategic heart of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC). Yet, despite the direct hits on Saudi soil and shipping lanes, Pakistan’s military infrastructure has not mobilised. There are no combat deployments, no retaliatory air sorties from Pakistani squadrons, and no naval Task Force deployments dispatched to the Bab al-Mandeb.The latest round of hostilities erupted after Houthi forces launched a series of long-range loitering munitions and anti-ship ballistic missiles aimed at Saudi industrial and transportation hubs. The strikes specifically targeted.The Houthi military command framed the strikes as a response to ongoing regional maritime blockades and unresolved political disputes.

A guide to building your own bourbon bar at home. If you’ve referred to an American-made whiskey as a Bourbon, you’re not alone. Market share estimates of Bourbon suggest that it outsells all other types of American whiskey by a significant margin. Bourbon whiskey, as we know it, has been a part of America’s popular culture since the 19th Century, and it has seen a huge interest in India, courtesy of the country’s booming cocktail culture. Most mixologists will tell you that Bourbon’s unique mix of versatility and flavour complexity makes it ideal for cocktails. I'll tell you how it can add character to your bar.There are at least two theories about how Bourbon whiskey earned its name. The more widely accepted version is the one that begins with French support for the American colonies that eventually saw a county in Kentucky named Bourbon County (after the French crown). The Corn Patch & Cabin Rights Act of 1776 laid the foundation of the classic Bourbon mashbill. This act offered incentives to any settlers who built cabins and planted corn.Some of that corn began to be distilled as whiskey thanks to European settlers who arrived with rugged stills and knowledge from their respective countries on how to put these stills to good use. The whiskies from Bourbon County had a sweeter flavour compared to the Rye whiskies of the East Coast and eventually came to be known as Bourbon whiskey.

'UAPA probe still on': Govt clarifies NIA chargesheet against Van Dyke, 6 Ukrainians. Responding to the controversy surrounding the dropping of terror charges against Matthew Aaron Van Dyke and six Ukrainian nationals, the government on Wednesday clarified that the terror charges have not been dropped altogether and that the investigation in the case, registered under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA), is continuing.This comes a day after the National Investigation Agency (NIA) filed a chargesheet against the seven individuals under the Immigration and Foreigners Act, 2025, but did not invoke provisions of the UAPA. The Opposition criticised the government, alleging that the decision was taken under pressure from the United States. The government, however, has now clarified that the NIA's actions were in accordance with the established legal procedure and were not influenced by any external pressure.In March 2026, the NIA arrested six Ukrainian nationals and Van Dyke from different cities across the country. The agency subsequently claimed that they were connected with Myanmar-based Ethnic Armed Groups (EAGs) and had provided training in drone warfare, drone operations, assembly and jamming technology. The NIA alleged that these EAGs were fighting Myanmar's junta and were also known to provide support to insurgent organisations based in India's Northeast.

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Jasprit Bumrah declared fit for upcoming Afghanistan T20s.The Indian cricket team received a major boost in its bowling attack as talismanic seam bowler Jasprit Bumrah was declared fit for the upcoming T20 international assignments on Thursday.Bumrah, who was named in India's T20 squad subject to fitness clearance, has received the green light from the COE to perform in full capacity in the Afghanistan series and Asian Games. Alongside the veteran seamer, Nitish Kumar Reddy has also got the all-clear to return to action. The all-rounder has been named in both assignments.While Bumrah and Reddy are ready for action, Harshit Rana would be sidelined from the upcoming tours. BCCI confirmed that he sustained a new thigh strain while bowling during a match simulation on Monday, which would extend his return timeline. "The fast bowler was progressing well during his rehab. He sustained a rectus femoris strain while bowling during a match simulation on September 7 and has subsequently been ruled out," a BCCI media release said.Yash Thakur has been named as Rana's replacement in India's squad for the Afghanistan T20s and the Asian Games. The 27-year-old from Vidarbha recently made his T20I debut during India's tour of Zimbabwe in July, taking four wickets in two matches.

Mitchell Santner declines Big Bash opportunity to remain available for India and Australia series.New Zealand white-ball captain Mitchell Santner has turned down a Big Bash League contract to prioritise the Black Caps' Test assignments against India and Australia."When you look ahead to the summer we've got, India here for white ball and Tests and Australia away - there's not many bigger than that - it's quite an exciting time. "I'd like to still be part of that," Santner told the 'New Zealand Herald'. "The offer was good, I'm not going to lie. They knew it would have to be a good offer for me to entertain it with contracting and what would come up. "I did entertain the thought of it, but coming back to what we've got coming up, even if I'm not going to play every game of Test cricket, I still feel like there's a role for me," he added. The Black Caps are scheduled to host India in a full series, including two Tests, from October 22 to December 1 before travelling across the Tasman for a four-Test series against Australia. The 34-year-old also remains keen to continue in the leadership role and believes staying involved with the national team is the better option at this stage of his career.Several New Zealand players have instead taken casual contracts, giving them greater flexibility to participate in overseas franchise leagues while remaining available for international cricket.

Ben Shelton survives epic late-night battle against Carlos Alcaraz, marches into US Open semis.Ben Shelton and Carlos Alcaraz delivered one of the most thrilling late-night duels at the Arthur Ashe Stadium in the early hours of Wednesday, with the American sealing a monumental victory over the World No. 2 in the US Open quarterfinal.Both young tennis stars laid it all on the line as they went back and forth, with fans also being deeply engaged as the match progressed. As one side featured a home hero, the other had one of the fastest-rising sensations in the game, who has already carved a legacy..The Alcaraz-Shelton quarterfinals match turned out to be a battle of two heavyweights fighting to advance. Play started at 11:05 PM local time, and the final shot was made at 3:33 AM, with Shelton standing tall. The first set became a tie-breaker, with both superstars making errors but staying on serve until 5-5 and eventually forcing a tie-breaker. Shelton maintained a 5-3 lead before Alcaraz bagged four straight points to win the first set. From serves up to 150mph, jumping volleys and eye-catching rallies, fans who stayed back for the game witnessed an all-time modern-era classic.Alcaraz roared back in the fourth set, 6-1 and looked much better than the previous two sets, delivering a fighting performance that left his opponent scrambling.

When Amitabh Bachchan publicly reprimanded Preity Zinta, he kept sending messages, but the actress did not reply.Whenever the quiz show "Kaun Banega Crorepati" returns to television, it brings with it a tremendous dose of entertainment. Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan is known for his knowledge and deep voice. His friendly and witty demeanor with guests on set is also a favorite with audiences. Recently, during the show's new season, a funny incident occurred on set when Big B targeted Bollywood's "Dimple Girl," Preity Zinta.The very first episode of the new season of "Kaun Banega Crorepati" was a star-studded affair. Aamir Khan, Sunny Deol, and Preity Zinta were special guests. During this, Amitabh Bachchan shared an old complaint about Preity Zinta in front of the entire audience. Amitabh Bachchan laughingly complained that he always sends her a birthday wish every year on January 31st. But sadly, he never receives a response.

Manoj Bajpayee’s First Look as Mahatma Gandhi in Sudhir Mishra & Anubhav Sinha’s Historical Drama Sparks Buzz.Presented by NH Studioz and produced by Anubhav Sinha & Narendra Hirawat under A Benaras Mediaworks Production, the Sudhir Mishra directorial sparks buzz following Manoj Bajpayee’s to be Gandhi look.Ever since the announcement of Sudhir Mishra’s upcoming directorial feature produced by Anubhav Sinha, curiosity around the project has been at an all-time high. Based on a crucial, lesser-known 21-day chapter of India’s independence history, the film stars National Award winner Manoj Bajpayee stepping into the role of Mahatma Gandhi for the very first time. While fans have been eagerly waiting to see how the actor plays Bapu, an image of Manoj Bajpayee has created buzz online, giving audiences an unexpected peek at his look.The image shows Bajpayee in a dramatic, near-unrecognizable transformation.

Gandhari Movie Review: When Motherhood Turns Into a Fight for Survival.There is something instinctive about a mother’s fear when her child is in danger. It can turn vulnerability into strength and grief into rage. ‘Gandhari’ explores this transformation through Bani, a mother who refuses to accept the disappearance of her daughter and enters a world where the truth is buried beneath layers of crime, deception and betrayal. Directed by Devashish Makhija and written and produced by Kanika Dhillon, the film combines a personal emotional journey with a dark crime thriller. Its biggest strength lies in the way the story keeps changing shape through its characters and revelations, while Taapsee Pannu carries the emotional weight of the film almost entirely on her shoulders.‘Gandhari’ works best when it focuses on its characters. At its centre is a mother who has lost almost everything but refuses to lose hope of finding her daughter. Around her is a world filled with people whose motives are not always what they appear to be.

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अखिल भारतवर्षीय श्री गुर्जर गौड़ ब्राह्मण महासभा का राष्ट्रीय महाधिवेशन एवं युवाम-द्वितीय 2026 रविवार को जोधपुर के मारवाड़ इंटरनेशनल सेंटर में राष्ट्रीय अध्यक्ष श्री ओमप्रकाश जोशी की अध्यक्षता में उत्साह एवं गरिमापूर्ण वातावरण में संपन्न हुआ। महाधिवेशन में देशभर से आए महासभा के पदाधिकारियों, आजीवन सदस्यों, संरक्षकों, मातृशक्ति, युवक संघ के पदाधिकारियों एवं समाज बंधुओं ने भाग लिया। महाधिवेशन का विधिवत शुभारंभ प्रातः 11 बजे ध्वजारोहण के साथ हुआ। इसके पश्चात श्री राधेश्याम शर्मा ने स्वागत उद्बोधन देते हुए सभी अतिथियों एवं समाज बंधुओं का स्वागत एवं अभिनंदन किया। बटुकों द्वारा वैदिक मंत्रोच्चार के साथ विशिष्ट अतिथियों का पारंपरिक स्वागत किया गया। महर्षि गौतम भगवान के समक्ष दीप प्रज्वलन भी किया गया।महाधिवेशन की अध्यक्षता करते हुए राष्ट्रीय अध्यक्ष श्री ओमप्रकाश जोशी ने समाज बंधुओं का आभार व्यक्त किया तथा समाज की एकजुटता को महासभा की सबसे बड़ी शक्ति बताया। उन्होंने कहा कि महासभा का उद्देश्य किसी व्यक्ति विशेष तक सीमित नहीं होकर पूरे समाज को एकजुट करना और समाजहित में योजनाबद्ध तरीके से कार्य करना है। अध्यक्ष, हरिद्वार गौतम आश्रम श्री जे.एम. जोशी ने महासभा को और अधिक मजबूत एवं प्रभावी बनाने तथा लोकतांत्रिक प्रक्रिया के तहत संगठन को आगे बढ़ाने की बात कही। उन्होंने सदस्यता अभियान को विस्तार देने और अधिक से अधिक समाज बंधुओं को महासभा से जोड़ने का आह्वान किया।महाधिवेशन में श्री प्रद्युम्न जोशी द्वारा प्रस्ताव सदन के समक्ष प्रस्तुत किया गया। उपस्थित सदस्यों एवं प्रतिनिधियों ने प्रस्ताव का समर्थन करते हुए सर्वसम्मति से उसका अनुमोदन किया। सदन में प्रस्ताव को सर्वसम्मति से पारित किया गया।

हरियालो राजस्थान अभियान के तहत बनाड़ ग्राम पंचायत में जिला स्तरीय पौधारोपण कार्यक्रम आयोजित|वन विभाग एवं ग्रामीण विकास एवं पंचायतीराज विभाग के संयुक्त तत्वावधान में “हरियालो राजस्थान – एक पेड़ मां के नाम” अभियान के तहत गुरुवार को ग्राम पंचायत बनाड़ में जिला स्तरीय पौधारोपण कार्यक्रम आयोजित किया गया। कार्यक्रम का उद्देश्य ग्रामीण क्षेत्रों में हरित क्षेत्र का विस्तार करने के साथ-साथ आमजन में पर्यावरण संरक्षण एवं पौधों की नियमित देखभाल के प्रति जागरूकता एवं जनभागीदारी को बढ़ावा देना रहा। कार्यक्रम में प्रभारी सचिव एवं प्रमुख शासन सचिव, परिवहन विभाग तथा अध्यक्ष, राजस्थान राज्य पथ परिवहन निगम श्री भवानी सिंह देथा ने पौधारोपण किया। इस अवसर पर उन्होंने उपस्थित ग्रामीणों, आंगनबाड़ी कार्यकर्ताओं एवं श्रमिकों को पौधारोपण करने तथा रोपित पौधों की नियमित देखभाल एवं संरक्षण की शपथ दिलाई।प्रभारी सचिव श्री भवानी सिंह देथा ने कहा कि पौधारोपण मात्र एक दिन की गतिविधि नहीं, बल्कि आने वाली पीढ़ियों के सुरक्षित, स्वस्थ एवं पर्यावरण-संतुलित भविष्य के प्रति हमारी सामूहिक जिम्मेदारी है। उन्होंने कहा कि प्रत्येक व्यक्ति कम से कम एक पौधा लगाने के साथ उसकी नियमित देखभाल एवं संरक्षण का संकल्प ले, तभी पौधारोपण अभियान अपने वास्तविक उद्देश्य को प्राप्त कर सकेगा। उन्होंने ग्रामीणों से पौधों को परिवार के सदस्य की तरह संरक्षित करने तथा अधिकाधिक लोगों को पौधारोपण अभियान से जोड़ने का आह्वान किया। श्री देथा ने बनाड़ अमृत सरोवर तालाब परिसर में किए गए वृहद पौधारोपण एवं वहां विकसित किए गए पार्क की हरियाली की सराहना की। उन्होंने कहा कि जल संरक्षण एवं हरित क्षेत्र के विकास के ऐसे प्रयास ग्रामीण क्षेत्रों में पर्यावरणीय संतुलन को मजबूत करने के साथ सामुदायिक उपयोग के लिए बेहतर वातावरण उपलब्ध कराने में महत्वपूर्ण हैं।

मतदान व्यवस्थाओं एवं मूलभूत सुविधाओं का लिया जायजा| जिला निर्वाचन अधिकारी ने मतदान केंद्रों पर उपलब्ध आवश्यक मूलभूत सुविधाओं, मतदान प्रक्रिया से संबंधित तैयारियों तथा मतदाताओं की सुविधा के लिए की गई व्यवस्थाओं का अवलोकन किया। उन्होंने संबंधित अधिकारियों को मतदान दिवस पर मतदाताओं को किसी प्रकार की असुविधा नहीं हो, इसके लिए सभी आवश्यक व्यवस्थाएं सुनिश्चित करने के निर्देश दिए। *संवेदनशील मतदान केंद्रों पर विशेष सतर्कता बरतें* श्री रंजन ने संवेदनशील मतदान केंद्रों पर व्यवस्थाएं पूर्ण रूप से दुरुस्त रखने तथा मतदान प्रक्रिया के दौरान विशेष सतर्कता बरतने के निर्देश दिए। उन्होंने मतदान केंद्रों पर तैनात कार्मिकों को अपने दायित्वों का गंभीरता, सजगता एवं जिम्मेदारी के साथ निर्वहन करने को कहा। *सुरक्षा व्यवस्था एवं पुलिस जाप्ते की तैनाती का लिया जायजा* जिला निर्वाचन अधिकारी ने मतदान केंद्रों पर सुरक्षा व्यवस्था, पुलिस जाप्ते की तैनाती तथा प्रवेश एवं निकास व्यवस्था की भी समीक्षा की। उन्होंने संबंधित अधिकारियों को मतदान प्रक्रिया के दौरान सुचारु आवागमन एवं प्रभावी सुरक्षा व्यवस्था सुनिश्चित करने के निर्देश दिए।इस दौरान जिला परिषद के मुख्य कार्यकारी अधिकारी श्री आशीष कुमार मिश्रा, उप जिला निर्वाचन अधिकारी एवं अतिरिक्त जिला कलक्टर (प्रथम) श्री जवाहर चौधरी, रिटर्निंग अधिकारी एवं अतिरिक्त जिला कलक्टर (द्वितीय) श्री रामकिशोर मीणा, स्थानीय निकाय विभाग के उपनिदेशक (क्षेत्रीय) श्री सुरेंद्र सिंह पुरोहित सहित संबंधित अधिकारी एवं कर्मचारी मौजूद रहे ।

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