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According to the Government Order dated September 21, 2026, information on communal and caste clashes, inquiry reports on police firing, custodial deaths, details on handling of agitations by students and farmers; and matters relating to National Security Act detentions, were excluded from the ambit of RTI Act

Egypt’s intelligence chief Abbas Kamel visited Israel on September 26, warning officials about impending Hamas aggression. He urged Israel to make economic concessions to prevent escalation, signaling a dangerous situation in Gaza. Despite his warnings, Israeli officials reportedly did not take specific action in response. Numerous warnings continued to emerge from Egypt and other nations leading up to the October 7 attack.

Of the 72 divisions under NMC, 36 fall under Nellore Rural constituency, and as such, Kotamreddy Sridhar Reddy has a considerable say in choosing the candidates

Keralam Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala told the media that the State government recently ordered a preliminary inquiry into the case based on the legal advice it received on the issue

Energy Efficiency Services Limited was invited by the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit to participate in the international study tour and share India’s experiences in energy efficiency, clean energy solutions, and sustainable development

Andhra Pradesh Non-Resident Telugu Society president Vemuru Ravi Kumar said there is a need to improve the functioning of the State’s ports to make them more attractive to exporters and traders

Police recovered the dismembered woman’s body in the VTPS cooling canal, under Ibrahimpatnam police station limits on September 18, 2026

Ruling NDA alliance plans to mobilise one lakh crowd for public meeting

Anahat Singh and Abhay Singh showcased their skills at the Asian Games, clinching silver medals for India. Anahat faced a tough match against Malaysia's Sivasangari Subramaniam, while Abhay was outplayed by Ng Eain Yow. This was a significant achievement for Anahat, marking her as a finalist in women's singles. Additionally, the country bagged a bronze in mixed doubles, enhancing the overall medal count.

According to official data released during the SIR exercise, Maharashtra has 9.78 crore registered voters, while enumeration forms relating to 2.07 crore voters remained uncollected during the process

At just 14 years old, Ashrit Talluri from Georgia has achieved remarkable success, scoring a flawless 1600 on the SAT exam. Having earned 14½ high school credits in middle school, he is now taking college-level courses as a ninth grader at Innovation Academy. With five months of meticulous preparation behind him, Ashrit dreams of becoming a neurosurgeon, eager to delve into projects that combine cutting-edge technology with healthcare.

This week on Dalal Street sees a shortened holiday schedule as geopolitical concerns and volatile oil prices loom large. Analysts believe negotiations between the US and Iran might sway both oil costs and the rupee's value. Investors are on high alert for shifts in global bond yields that impact emerging markets, while key domestic metrics like industrial production and auto sales are set to provide essential economic insights.

Around 70,000 rural youth across 24 States and Union Territories are expected to begin skill training under DDU-GKY 2.0 from October 2026. The Ministry of Rural Development said 2,015 batches are planned, with training linked to employment opportunities. The scheme covers courses lasting three to 12 months, aligned with the National Skill Qualification Framework. States must complete target allocations to implementing agencies by October 31, 2026, as the Centre accelerates the rollout.

Kunal Ghosh, a Trinamool Congress MLA, alleged an attempted murder on his way to a program in Kolkata. Armed men reportedly smashed his car window and attempted to drag him outside. This incident followed a previous attack on Saturday where his vehicle was damaged by protesters in Uttarpara. Ghosh accused the BJP of involvement and criticized the police response to these incidents.

At the Asian Games 2026, Abhay Singh proudly claimed the silver medal in men’s singles squash, although he fell short against Malaysia’s Ng Eain Yow in the finals. The match showcased Abhay's skill initially, but Ng’s superior performance and control resulted in a straight-set victory of 11–9, 11–5, 11–5. All eyes are now eagerly awaiting the thrilling women's singles final featuring Anahat Singh versus Sivasangari Subramaniam.