Bengaluru, September 25, 2026: Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has drawn criticism over a remark in the Assembly suggesting that around a dozen MLAs who moved to Bengaluru had married twice. BJP leaders have asked him to identify the legislators he was referring to, saying the comment has raised suspicion about others who relocated to the city. Shi

RIMS Adilabad hospital fire leaves three infants dead after a blaze hit the neonatal care unit. Around 28 newborns were rescued as officials began a RIMS neonatal unit fire investigation and Telangana hospital fire safety probe.  

Asian Games 2026 India medal tally reached six on September 21 as India shooting medals Asian Games 2026 continued to grow. India badminton Asian Games 2026 also saw Lakshya Sen, Ayush Shetty and Srikanth Kidambi in action against Bangladesh.   India enjoyed another productive day at the Asian Games 2026 in Aichi-Nagoya, with the country’s medal tally rising to six as shooting once again delivered important podiu

A Tata Sons leadership dispute has revived memories of Ratan Tata’s 1990s battle to centralise authority at Bombay House and reshape the group’s governance. Chandrasekaran and Noel Tata clash The confrontation followed the Tata Sons board’s approval of another five-year term for N Chandrasekaran and preparations for a public listing after Reserve Bank of India pressure. Noel Tata opposed both moves. Tata Trusts, which controls about 66% of Tata Sons, call

Iran has sent seven conditions to Washington through Qatar for reopening talks and ending the war, warning that it is ready for decisive conflict if its demands are rejected. Iran sends conditions through Qatar Mohsen Rezaei, secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, said Qatar had delivered Tehran’s conditions to Washington and Iran was awaiting President Donald Trump’s response. Rezaei named three demands: an end to fighting on all fronts,

Are dakshina and Hindu priest payments taxable in the US? IRS rules generally treat compensation for religious services as taxable income. Temple salary, direct ceremony payments, self-employment tax and qualifying housing allowances can follow different rules. Payments made to Hindu priests in the United States can be taxable even when described as dakshina, honorarium or offerings. For federal tax purpo

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

The Russia sanctions bill has raised fresh concerns for India and other major buyers of Russian energy, with the legislation giving President Donald Trump authority to impose tariffs of up to 100% under specified conditions. The move comes as India-Russia ties remain strong in energy and strategic cooperation. Russia sanctions bill clears US House The US House of Representatives has passed the

Trump joined Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang by phone during the All-In Summit and strongly backed America’s expanding AI industry. US President Donald Trump made an unexpected appearance at the All-In Summit in Los Angeles after placing a phone call to Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang while the technology executive was speaking onstage. Huang answered the cal

Africa’s digital infrastructure investment landscape could become easier for businesses to navigate as Nigeria’s National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) pushes for greater regulatory alignment. NITDA Director-General Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi says a unified approach could reduce delays, simplify licensing and create more predictable conditions for investors across the continent.

President Donald Trump gave three White House aides $45,000 each as holiday cash gifts, according to annual financial disclosures filed by the officials. The payments to Natalie Harp, Chamberlain Harris and Margo Martin totaled $135,000 and were separate from their government salaries. Aides The three officials each reported receiving a $45

US President Donald Trump has escalated the dispute with Canada by announcing new restrictions on selected Canadian imports, while Ottawa has activated retaliatory tariffs on US goods. The measures deepen the US-Canada trade conflict and increase uncertainty for businesses on both sides of the border. Tariffs Raise Pressure on Cross-Border Trade The White House announced on September 8 that cer

Fresh terror threats to Kashmiri Pandit employees in Kashmir have renewed concerns over employee security, an alleged data leak and the safety of PM Package employees, prompting demands for stronger protection and secure accommodation. Fresh terror threats to Kashmiri Pandit employees in Kashmir have revived serious concerns over the safety of members of the community working in the Valley under government employment programmes. Threat letters attributed t

Mark Carney trade talks with the United States remain frozen as Canada rejects US trade demands affecting key industries and sovereignty. Ottawa says negotiations can resume if Washington takes a more serious approach while new tariffs deepen the dispute. Mark Carney trade talks remain stalled Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has called on US President Donald Trump’s administration to take

The Trump Canada trade war has entered a sharper phase after negotiations between Washington and Ottawa collapsed and new US tariffs took effect. Canada is preparing dollar-for-dollar retaliation from September 8, adding fresh pressure to one of the world's largest and most integrated trading relationships. Canada Tariffs The United States imposed tariffs of up to 50% on a new group of Canadian

US Iran sanctions have triggered a fresh diplomatic clash after Tehran accused Washington of using economic pressure to force countries into compliance. The dispute comes as President Donald Trump says mines have been cleared from the Strait of Hormuz while Iran and Oman discuss a temporary shipping corridor. Iran row grows over US economic pressure

Ontario Premier Doug Ford sharply escalated his feud with US President Donald Trump, calling him a “bully,” “dictator” and “loser” as the Canada-US tariff dispute moved from trade negotiations into an increasingly personal political confrontation. Ford Trump row turns personal Ford made the remarks during a news conference in Ha

Hugging Face sale discussions could put a price on one of the most important distribution layers in open AI. Reports say the company is exploring a deal worth $13 billion or more, while its massive model registry and neutral position make any potential takeover unusually complicated. Hugging Face sale explores $13 billion valuation Hugging

Trump Canada tariffs have pushed the US-Canada trade dispute into a sharper confrontation after negotiations collapsed and Washington imposed 50% duties on roughly $20 billion in Canadian imports. Ottawa is preparing counter-tariffs, while US officials warn Canada could face severe economic consequences. Trump Canada tariffs follow failed trade talks

The US-Canada trade war intensified over the weekend after the Trump administration warned Ottawa that retaliating against Washington’s new tariffs could bring “devastating” economic consequences. Canada, however, has refused to back down, with Prime Minister Mark Carney announcing counter-tariffs after trade negotiations collapsed. Trump Canada tariffs