Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has accused Russia of using citizens from 47 countries in its war against Ukraine, naming India, Ghana, Nepal and several other nations during an address to the United Nations General Assembly on September 23, 2026. Zelensky also focused on foreign recruitment, North Korea, expanding drone partnerships, possible winter attacks and efforts to reduce Russian war revenue. Recruitment raises concerns over foreign fighters

The MV Cape Dao attack near Oman killed Indian seafarer Suraj Yadav while the vessel was sailing toward India. Indian officials are coordinating with Omani authorities, while maritime monitors reported the ship on fire and adrift after the crew was evacuated. An Indian seafarer was killed after the commercial vessel MV Cape Dao came under attack near Oman on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, while sailing toward India. The Indian Embassy in Muscat

Bay Bridge delays could more than double under major Bay Area transit service cuts, according to a new SPUR analysis. The study examines potential traffic, cost and emissions impacts as voters consider Proposition RTM and San Francisco's Proposition H. Transit funding debate intensifies Bay Bridge delays could more than double during peak commute periods if major Bay Area transit agencies make severe service cuts, according to

Ilaiyaraaja has received a ceremonial stamp honour at the Australian Parliament in recognition of his 50 years in cinema. The celebrated composer shared the news on social media, describing the moment as deeply moving for someone who grew up in a remote village in Tamil Nadu. Ilaiyaraaja thanks artists and listeners Ilaiyaraaja thanked Victorian Finance Minister E

US President Donald Trump used his September 22 address to the 81st United Nations General Assembly to introduce a new term for artificial intelligence and reject stronger international control over the technology. The White House confirmed that Trump said AI would be “hereinafter officially called ‘Super Intelligence’,” while framing US leadership in the sector as a matter of national sovereignty.

Andhra Pradesh’s long-pending Nandi Awards are back on the calendar. The Chandrababu Naidu-led coalition government has approved a plan to present film and television honours covering 2012 to 2025, ending years of uncertainty for Telugu cinema artists and technicians awaiting recognition. How the Nandi Awards revival gathered pace

Forty-one years after the Air India Flight 182 bombing, families of the 329 victims are again confronting painful questions over justice. Canada’s RCMP says no suspects are currently under active consideration, although the investigation remains open, renewing frustration over one of the country’s deadliest terror attacks. Air India 182 probe remains open after 41 years More than four decades after Air India Flight 182 was destroyed by a bo

President Donald Trump used his September 22 address to the 81st United Nations General Assembly to launch a direct attack on the International Criminal Court, while also setting out US positions on Gaza, Iran, artificial intelligence, Venezuela, Greenland and the United Nations itself. The White House described the speech as a defense of American sovereignty and national interests.

Lionel Richie has undergone a heart procedure for atrial fibrillation after another hospitalization during his tour with Earth, Wind & Fire. His representative says the procedure went well and the singer is recovering, while three upcoming performances have been canceled. Music icon Lionel Richie has undergone a heart procedure for atrial fibrillation, or AFib, after being hospitalized while touring with Earth, Wind &a

Etihad says full U.S. preclearance is available for eligible U.S.-bound flights from Abu Dhabi, allowing passengers to complete immigration, customs and agriculture checks before departure and arrive in the United States like domestic travelers. Etihad Airways has confirmed that U.S. Customs and Border Protection preclearance is operating for eligible U.S.-bound flights from Abu Dhabi, gi

H-1B visa stamping in India requires a DS-160, visa application fee, appointment and supporting documents. Most H-1B applicants now generally require an in-person interview. This guide explains the process, documents, current interview rules and possible 221(g) processing. How H-1B visa stamping in India works H-1B workers who need a new visa stamp generally begin by completing Form DS-

Vijay expands Kamaraj breakfast scheme in Tamil Nadu to Classes 6-8, adding nearly 15.30 lakh students. The Tamil Nadu free breakfast scheme now widens school meal coverage across government and government-aided schools. Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay has expanded the Perunthalaivar Kamarajar Breakfast Scheme to students studying in Classes 6 to 8, significantly widening the reach of the state's free morning meal programme.

India vs Sri Lanka Asian Games 2026 women’s cricket final saw Smriti Mandhana lead India’s batting charge after Harmanpreet Kaur opted to bat. India Women built a strong total as Sri Lanka tried to contain the defending champions in the gold medal match.   India’s women’s cricket team made a strong start against Sri Lanka in the Asian Games 2026 gold medal final after captain Harmanpreet Kaur won the toss a

Asian Games 2026 Day 4 India live updates bring major action from boxing, badminton, table tennis, shooting, kabaddi and cricket, with Sakshi Chaudhary scoring a strong win as India continues its push for medals in Aichi-Nagoya.   India entered Day 4 of the Asian Games 2026 in Aichi-Nagoya with athletes competing across several major disciplines as the contingent continued its search for a first gold medal of the Games. India had six medals at

New York-area airports faced major disruption on September 21 after a communications failure at the FAA’s Philadelphia TRACON was compounded by a cut backup fiber line. Ground stops hit JFK, LaGuardia, Newark and other Northeast airports, causing widespread delays during UNGA week. FAA outage hits New York and Northeast airports

The US-China AI race is intensifying as President Donald Trump rejects calls for slower AI development while industry leaders push for stronger safeguards. Washington and Beijing are also exploring limited AI safety cooperation ahead of the Trump-Xi summit. US-China AI Race Intensifies Ahead of Trump-Xi Summit The US-China AI race is entering a critical phase as President Donald Trump rejects calls for slower development while major AI executives seek stronger safeguards. At the same time, Washington and Beijing are exploring limited AI safety cooperation ahead of the Trump-Xi summit. AI slowdown debate divides Washington and tech leaders Some leading AI executives have recently argued that frontier development needs stronger safeguards and, in certain circumstances, a slower pace. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has said progress should continue but be slower, while Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei has proposed allowing leading companies to coordinate on safety without running into antitrust restrictions. Trump has taken a different position. He described growing pressure for tighter AI regulation as a “SICK conspiracy” and argued that slowing US development would benefit China. His administration views leadership in advanced AI as an economic and national-security priority. The disagreement is not simply between regulation and innovation. AI companies themselves continue rapidly developing new systems while simultaneously seeking rules or coordination aimed at limiting the risks posed by increasingly capable models. Trump AI policy focuses on competition with China Trump has framed artificial intelligence as a strategic competition in which American leadership must be preserved. His stance comes as Chinese companies such as DeepSeek and Moonshot AI continue developing advanced models despite US restrictions on access to some high-end semiconductor technology. The United States retains major advantages through companies including OpenAI, Anthropic, Google, Meta and Nvidia. China, however, has increasingly promoted lower-cost models, domestic chips and AI infrastructure as part of its effort to reduce reliance on American technology. That rivalry is also spreading internationally as both countries seek partnerships involving data centers, cloud infrastructure, chips and AI applications. For developing economies, the competition could mean greater access to technology but also tougher choices over standards, suppliers and data governance. AI safety talks emerge before Trump-Xi meeting Despite the rivalry, Washington and Beijing have found a narrow area where cooperation may be possible. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said talks with Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng in New York produced a proposal for an AI incident-notification mechanism. The idea would create a channel for the two governments to communicate when serious AI incidents could affect national security. Officials have discussed risks involving autonomous agents, cyber activity and threats to critical infrastructure. The two sides are expected to continue the dialogue in Shenzhen in roughly two months. China has not publicly committed to every element of the US proposal, but the discussions indicate that both governments see some shared risks even while competing for AI leadership. China AI plan emphasizes global governance Chinese President Xi Jinping has also called for international cooperation on AI governance, while Beijing promotes its own technology ecosystem and open-source initiatives. The broader Chinese position combines support for global rules with efforts to strengthen domestic AI capabilities and reduce dependence on US-controlled technologies. That creates the central tension ahead of the Trump-Xi summit: both countries want leadership in AI, but both also face risks if the competition becomes completely unmanaged. Recent discussions suggest the summit may focus less on slowing the race itself and more on establishing limited guardrails for serious incidents. The outcome will matter well beyond Washington and Beijing. AI safety standards, chip access, infrastructure investment and model governance could increasingly be shaped by how the world’s two largest technology powers manage competition without allowing shared risks to spiral.

Pakistan is facing one of its most serious security challenges in years as militant violence rises, especially in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Islamabad blames groups including the TTP, now officially called Fitna al-Khawarij, while cross-border strikes in Afghanistan are adding fresh tension. Pakistan terror surge reaches decade-high levels

Disney has named Karandeep Anand its first companywide chief technology officer, effective October 2, 2026. The former Character.AI CEO will oversee technology, infrastructure, data, AI, product and engineering as Disney expands its digital strategy. The Walt Disney Company announced on September 18, 2026, that Karandeep Anand will join the company as senior executive vice president and chief technology officer, a newly cr

Presley Gerber died at age 27 on September 20, 2026, at a Los Angeles-area rehabilitation facility. The medical examiner has not determined the official cause of death, while separate reporting says an overdose is suspected and police are investigating. Presley Gerber, the 27-year-old son of supermodel Cindy Crawford and businessman Rande Gerber, died on September 20, 2026, while staying at a rehabilitation facility in the Los Angeles area. A f

An LPG tanker hit by a drone near the Strait of Hormuz reached safe anchorage at Khor Fakkan after suffering no major damage. All 19 crew aboard M.T. Al Maryah, including nine Indian nationals, were reported safe as maritime authorities continued regional monitoring. A Liberia-flagged liquefied petroleum gas tanker carrying nine Indian nationals was reportedly hit by a drone while sailing eastb