Strategic autonomy in motion as India hosts Brics summit

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh met Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake in Colombo. They discussed multifaceted partnerships and regional safety, security, peace, and prosperity. Sri Lanka reiterated its commitment to India's security interests and acknowledged India's assistance. Both leaders virtually inaugurated three Bailey Bridges constructed by Indian defence forces. Memorandums of understanding were exchanged to boost defence cooperation between the two nations.

Following the shocking death of a Manipuri music teacher in Delhi, civil society groups have voiced their outrage and called for an in-depth investigation into possible racial motives for the crime. The FIR lodged incorporates serious allegations of group murder based on racial grounds. Advocates pointed out the government’s failure to implement previous recommendations aimed at combating racial biases against Northeast residents.

Vijay Mallya has publicly declared that he is legally prevented from leaving the United Kingdom, contending that the Indian government's approach to his situation is unfair. He emphasised that more than fourteen thousand crore rupees have been recovered from him and questioned his ongoing designation as a fraudster while his assets remain inaccessible. The Indian government continues to assert its dedication to extraditing economic offenders.

An Australian space delegation explored commercial partnerships with Indian firms at Bengaluru Space Expo 2026.Australian companies showcased diverse capabilities complementing India's growing space ecosystem.LatConnect 60 and NewSpace India Limited will access ground-station infrastructure for mission operations.Universities and industry associations intend to collaborate on research and education initiatives.Several Australian firms are advancing agreements for spaceport services and payload r

The NCPCR has summoned Meta India's managing director regarding ads linked to child exploitation.This action follows a BBC Eye report and a formal inquiry into Meta's systems.The commission will examine Meta India's role in the advertisements' appearance.The inquiry considers stringent provisions under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act.Meta stated it has zero tolerance for child exploitation and removed many suspicious accounts.

The ABVP has demanded safety audits for paying guest accommodations in student areas. They also called for the Municipal Corporation of Delhi commissioner's resignation following a recent tragedy. Thousands of students participated in a march to highlight safety concerns and hostel shortages. The organization urged Delhi University to build more hostels for students. They seek immediate action and structural checks on unsafe accommodations.

The meeting followed understandings reached during the Special Representatives dialogue between National Security Advisor Ajit Doval and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi. The talks are part of efforts by the two countries to maintain peace along the Line of Actual Control and gradually improve bilateral ties. MEA spokesperson said meeting was held at Wacha on the Indian side on September 6 and at Damai on the Chinese side on September 7.

The resolution covers Backward Classes, Most Backward Classes and Denotified Communities listed by the Tamil Nadu and Union governments. It also calls for these official lists to be built into the census portal so that people can select their caste from a fixed list rather than enter names themselves. The resolution said caste details should be collected for these communities in the same manner as data for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes.

A bench of Justices Ahsanuddin Amanullah and R Mahadevan was hearing a plea seeking urgent intervention after the building housing a boys' paying guest accommodation collapsed near Delhi University's South Campus. Seven students were killed and five others were injured. The court noted that the Delhi high court was already dealing with the incident but said the issues raised appeared to overlap with a broader case before the Supreme Court

The Indian Institute of Science's FSID has appointed Omprakash Subbarao as its new CEO, signaling a pivotal transition to an industry-driven governance structure. With aspirations to evolve into a self-sustaining entity, FSID aims to spur innovation and incubation by undertaking a thousand industry initiatives and fostering three hundred deep-tech startups, while enhancing collaboration with corporations and MSMEs for tangible outcomes.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated development projects worth over thirty-five thousand crore rupees in Vadodara. He highlighted the successful completion of the Western Dedicated Freight Corridor sections connecting key industrial hubs. The Prime Ministeralso criticised previous governments for significant delays in executing the freight corridor project and emphasised the transformation in the nation's work culture and logistics system since 2014.

The Allahabad High Court quashed the National Security Act detention of Akriti Chaudhary.The court ordered recovery of five lakh rupees from Gautam Buddha Nagar officials.This compensation will be paid to the Delhi University student activist.The bench criticized the arbitrary invocation of the stringent preventive detention law.Officials' conduct was noted in their service records for their actions.

In 2025, admissions to Punjab's de-addiction centers soared by over 164 percent, reflecting a renewed commitment to tackling substance abuse. Notably, government rehabilitation centers experienced an astonishing 224 percent surge in admissions. The outpatient opioid-assisted treatment program also welcomed a significant rise in new patients, while over 11,000 individuals benefited from immunity under the NDPS Act for their treatments, showcasing growing trust in the province's anti-drug initiati

Rahul Gandhi joined the debate over Prime Minister Modi's 'Dimagi Naxal' remarks. He accused the Prime Minister of using such labels to silence critics and avoid accountability. Earlier opposition leaders, including Arvind Kejriwal, had also expressed pride in being called 'Dimagi Naxals'. Union Minister Kiren Rijiju had then clarified the Prime Minister's remarks were not aimed at political rivals. But last week, Prime Minister Modi reiterated his stance, calling the label a 'homoeopathic pill'

The Supreme Court has firmly instructed the Aravalli expert panel to complete its report by November 30, denying any request for an extension. The court emphasized the need for the panel to engage with all relevant stakeholders prior to finalizing its recommendations. Should they fail to meet the deadline, the court will reconstitute the panel. An additional hearing is set for December 2.

"First of all, as the chief minister of the state, I apologise. A defective advertisement was published this morning. I apologise for that. Those who issued the defective advertisement have been cautioned. The government will be more careful about such matters in future," he said. The advertisement was issued to announce the meeting organised by Kolkata Police and Kolkata Municipal Corporation in collaboration with state information and cultural affairs department.

Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath emphasized the importance of blending traditional education methods with modern technology and skill development. Teachers play a pivotal role in shaping the future and contributing to nation-building. The state government is dedicated to enhancing educational quality and facilities. With advancements like AI literacy gaining traction, efforts are focused on ensuring quality education for every child and equipping youth with critical skills for future success.