US President Donald Trump has signed a sweeping Russia sanctions law that gives Washington new authority to impose targeted tariffs of up to 100% on major buyers of Russian oil and natural gas, placing India under renewed trade scrutiny. The White House confirmed that Trump signed H.R. 5334, the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026, on September 18. The administration said the law expands statutory sanctions, tariffs a

WASHINGTON – Trump global views are under renewed scrutiny as international polling, US policy debates, Trump poll findings, midterms and the coming UN debate put Washington’s international standing in focus. Global opinion President Donald Trump has repeatedly argued that the United States commands greater respect abroad under his leadership. However, Pew Research Center’s 2026 internati

US President Donald Trump announced that CNN, MS NOW and Politico would be barred from the White House, escalating his long-running dispute with major news organizations and placing renewed attention on media access and press freedom. The Trump White House ban was announced Friday in a post on Truth Social. Trump accused the three organizations of repeatedly publishing what he described as “fake news” and said the restrictions would ta

The iPhone 18 Pro price in India starts at ₹1,64,900 for the 256GB model, while the iPhone 18 Pro Max starts at ₹1,79,900. Apple’s latest Pro models are now available in India with 256GB, 512GB, 1TB and 2TB storage options, alongside No Cost EMI, eligible card cashback and trade-in benefits.

India Asian Games schedule for September 18, 2026 features a packed day across cricket, soft tennis and teqball. Harmanpreet Kaur-led India women face Japan in the cricket quarter-final, while Quimcy Dsouza competes in teqball and the men’s soft tennis team plays its Group C matches.   India will have a packed day at the Asian Games on September 18, 2026, with athletes competing in women’s cricket, soft tennis

The Delhi teen murder case came to light on September 13, 2026, when the decomposed body of a 17-year-old girl was found near a field in Swaroop Nagar, Northwest Delhi. Delhi Police later apprehended four people, including three juveniles, after tracing a suspected tempo through CCTV footage. Investigators are examining forensic and technical evidence as the probe continues.   The Delhi teen murder case came to light on September 13, 2026, whe

Ukraine plans record defence and security spending of 4.885 trillion hryvnias, about $110 billion, in its draft 2027 budget. The allocation equals 43.8% of projected GDP, while Kyiv says it will need $52.6 billion in international support to keep its wartime finances stable. Ukraine defence budget reaches wartime record Ukraine’s government has proposed 4.885 trillion hryvnias for defence and security in 2027, an increase of 517.9 bill

The US is investigating a possible Iran link to cyberattacks on two Texas-bound energy tankers after Coast Guard and FBI teams found evidence of malicious cyber activity. Officials have not attributed the attacks to Tehran, but the incidents are raising concerns about maritime cyber threats and critical infrastructure. Tanker cyberattack triggers US investigation US Coast Guard personnel and FBI cyber specialists boarded two foreign-flag

West Town Chicago has been ranked No. 18 on Time Out’s 2026 list of the world’s coolest neighborhoods. The West Side district was recognized for its restaurants, nightlife, cultural spaces, independent businesses and community character, joining Los Angeles and New York on the list. West Town ranks No. 18 worldwide Chicago’s West Town has been ranked No. 18 on Time Out’s 2026 list of th

Columbus City Schools has joined federal social media addiction litigation involving major technology platforms, alleging problematic use among students has contributed to counseling, mental-health, behavioral and staff-training costs across the Ohio district. Columbus City Schools has joined federal litigation against major social media companies, alleging that platform features encouraging excessive use among young peopl

An Alameda warehouse fire broke out at a vacant multistory building on Rainbow Court at the former Alameda Naval Air Station site. Firefighters brought the blaze under control, no injuries were reported, and officials had not determined the cause. Firefighters responded to a large blaze at a vacant multistory warehouse in Alameda, California, after flames broke out early Thursday, according to the Alameda Fire Department.

Rare footage of a humpback whale with a stillborn calf off Australia’s Gold Coast documents prolonged maternal contact after the calf’s death. Researchers say the July 17, 2025 encounter may reflect grief-like behavior, while cautioning that the whale’s emotional state cannot be confirmed. Researchers have documented rare underwater footage of a female humpback whale remaining close to and repeatedly interacting with

An Indian passenger died onboard a Malaysia Airlines flight bound for Sydney after reportedly suffering a severe asthma-related medical emergency during the journey. The incident occurred while the aircraft was in the air, prompting cabin crew members to respond immediately and provide assistance to the passenger. Passenger suffers medical emergency mid-flight According to available information, the passenger became critically unwell after experiencing s

BRS working president K.T. Rama Rao on Thursday, September 17, 2026, responded to Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy’s allegations regarding landholdings linked to former Chief Minister K. Chandrashekar Rao and members of his family. Revanth Reddy had told the Telangana Assembly that KCR’s family and relatives held extensive land across the state and ordered an inquiry into land surrounding the former Chief Minister’s Erravelli farmhouse. The allegations have been disputed by the BRS. &n

The BEd teacher bridge course launched by the Education Ministry through NIOS is designed for in-service primary teachers with BEd qualifications. The six-month programme combines primary teacher education, ODL learning and school practicum to strengthen classroom skills and inclusive teaching.   NIOS bridge course focuses on primary teacher education The Education Ministry h

PM Modi Seva Sankalp Abhiyan began on his 76th birthday as the BJP launched a month-long programme featuring blood donation camps, cleanliness drives, youth activities and public outreach to mark 25 years since Modi became Gujarat chief minister.    BJP begins month-long Seva Sankalp Abhiyan Prime Minister Narendra Modi turned 76 on September 17, 2026, as the Bharatiya J

Gwyneth Paltrow besan chilla has caught attention after the Hollywood actress shared her version of the classic Indian breakfast. Made with gram flour, vegetables and spices, her chilla was served with mint chutney eggs and short ribs.   Gwyneth Paltrow adds a twist to Indian breakfast Hollywood actress Gwyneth Paltrow has brought fresh global attention to one of India’s familiar breakfast d

Asian Games 2026 action began for India with teqball in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan. Declan Gonsalves and Mohamed Beg became India's first competitors at the Games but lost both men's doubles group-stage matches. The event also marks teqball's Asian Games debut.   Asian Games 2026: India teqball pair lose both group matches India's Asian Games 2026 campaign got underway on September 17 with teqball ac

Canada EU associate membership has emerged as a new flashpoint in transatlantic relations after European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen proposed a deeper partnership with Ottawa and US President Donald Trump threatened tougher tariffs if Washington viewed the arrangement as hostile. Canada EU associate membership proposal takes shape Von der Leyen proposed making Canada the European Union’s first “associate member” durin

Operation Economic Outcast is expanding as the US Treasury works with global financial institutions to identify and disrupt revenue, banking and procurement networks linked to Iran. The campaign comes as Washington also warns that instability in the region could threaten global energy supplies. Operation Economic Outcast targets Iran finance The US Treasury said its Financial Crimes Enforcement Network convened global financial instituti