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Trump meets Qatari PM after Israeli strike in Doha raises regional concerns

President Donald Trump met Qatari PM Sheikh Mohammed in New York days after an Israeli strike in Doha targeting Hamas leaders heightened tensions between the US and its Gulf ally

Govt plans ₹20,000-cr risk fund to ease financing hurdles in infra projects

The government is considering a ₹20,000-cr risk guarantee fund to protect new infrastructure projects from policy delays and external risks, aiming to boost credit flow and attract investors

India home prices to soar in 2025 as affordable housing deficit grows

Home prices in India are forecast to rise faster in 2025, driven by wealthy buyers, while a shortage of affordable homes pushes millions into costly rentals, a Reuters poll showed

Elon Musk's xAI lays off 500 data annotators amid Grok chatbot shake-up

Elon Musk's xAI lays off at least 500 data annotators, the largest team working on its Grok chatbot, as the company shifts focus to specialist AI tutors and reorganises roles

Hyderabad business family buys ₹140-crore Jor Bagh bungalow in Delhi

Hyderabad's Vishwa Samudra Group executives buy a ₹140-crore bungalow in Delhi's Jor Bagh; the sale deed was registered in June this year, with the buyers paying a stamp duty of ₹8.96 crore

Mizoram gets its first railway line as PM Modi flags off Rajdhani Express

PM Modi inaugurates Mizoram's first railway line, connecting Aizawl to Delhi via Rajdhani Express; the line boosts transport, trade, education, healthcare, and jobs in the region

India backs UN resolution on two-state solution for Palestine conflict

India joined 142 nations at the UNGA in backing the New York Declaration, urging a two-state solution for Palestine and an end to violence, settlements, and annexation in occupied territories

7.4-magnitude earthquake hits Russia's Kamchatka, tsunami alert issued

The US Tsunami Warning System issued a tsunami threat for parts of the Pacific; the tremor of the earthquake follows recent quakes and a volcanic eruption in the region

PM Modi to visit Manipur today in first trip since 2023 violence; details

PM Modi visits Manipur today for the first time since 2023 ethnic clashes; to meet displaced families, address rallies in Imphal and Churachandpur, and unveil projects worth ₹8,500 crore

Apple delays iPhone Air launch in China as eSIM approval remains pending

Apple revises launch plans for its ultra-thin iPhone Air in China, as carriers and regulators finalise eSIM rollout. Other iPhone 17 models remain on track for September 19 release

Alibaba to raise $3.2 bn via convertible bonds to fuel cloud, global push

The notes will mature in Sept 2032 via private sale to non-US investors; notes carry no interest but can be converted into US-listed shares, cash or a mix

FTC probes OpenAI, Meta, Snap over chatbot risks and data practices

The FTC is seeking details from AI chatbot firms like OpenAI, Meta, and Snap on how they handle user data, monitor safety, and manage potential risks from their technology

Delhi HC removes record of sister's lawyer in Sunjay Kapur estate case

Delhi HC rectifies its order in Sunjay Kapur estate case, removing record of Mandhira Kapur's lawyer after Priya Kapur's plea; the court also asked Priya to list all assets

Infosys share buyback: Here's a look at India's biggest share repurchases

Infosys will buy back ₹18,000 crore worth of shares at a premium, marking its biggest repurchase in a decade. Here's a look at major corporate buybacks in India

Paramount Skydance weighs $30 bn move for Warner Bros Discovery takeover

Paramount Skydance, backed by billionaire Larry Ellison, is weighing a $30 billion bid for Warner Bros Discovery, a move that could unite Hollywood giants and reshape global media landscape

ITC, PepsiCo, PE giants vie for 10% stake in Balaji Wafers at ₹40,000 cr

Balaji Wafers, known for its strong presence in western and central India, reported over ₹5,400 crore revenue in FY24, making it a top target for investors eyeing the snacks market

'Rahul Gandhi breaching security protocol': CRPF flags movements to Kharge

The CRPF has raised concerns over Rahul Gandhi's unscheduled movements during domestic and foreign trips, reminding him and his staff to follow VIP security rules at all times

Musk regains world's richest title after briefly losing it to Larry Ellison

Elon Musk first became the world's richest person in 2021, briefly lost the spot to Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and LVMH chairman Bernard Arnault, then reclaimed the title last year

Delhi HC bars unauthorised use of Aishwarya Rai's photos, name, likeness

The Delhi High Court ordered Google and e-commerce sites to remove and block URLs misusing Aishwarya Rai's images within 72 hours and submit subscriber details to the court

'Match should go on': SC rejects plea to cancel India-Pak Asia Cup clash

The Supreme Court refused to urgently hear a plea seeking cancellation of the India-Pakistan Asia Cup match on September 14, saying the game will go ahead as scheduled