Key Events Today:
- Prime Minister Modi will launch the Subhadra Scheme in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, on his 74th birthday, offering loans of up to ₹5 lakh to women.
- The Supreme Court will hear the case regarding bulldozer action. The court had issued a notice to the Gujarat government on September 12 seeking a response.
Top News:
1. Kejriwal to Resign Today at 4:30 PM; New CM to be Chosen
Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal will meet Lieutenant Governor (LG) Vinai Kumar Saxena at 4:30 PM today to submit his resignation. A meeting of the AAP MLAs will be held at Kejriwal’s residence at 11:30 AM to discuss and finalize the name of the new CM. Possible candidates include Atishi, Kailash Gahlot, Gopal Rai, and Sunita Kejriwal.
2. Mamata Accepts 3 Demands of Doctors in Kolkata Rape Case
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee met with protesting doctors following the rape and murder of a trainee doctor in Kolkata. Mamata said the government accepted 3 out of 5 demands, including removing top police officials. However, doctors on strike have stated they will wait for the Supreme Court’s hearing before resuming work.
3. VP Dhankhar Warns Against Undermining Investigation Agencies
Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar cautioned against questioning election commissions and investigation agencies, saying it demoralizes them. His remarks came after recent scrutiny of agencies like the CBI, which the Supreme Court previously referred to as a “caged parrot.”
4. Congress’ Manifesto for J&K Elections
Congress has released its manifesto for the upcoming Jammu and Kashmir elections, promising ₹4,000 annually for landless farmers and ₹3,500 monthly unemployment benefits for one year to youth. Elections will be held in three phases: September 18, 25, and October 1.
5. India Reaches Asian Champions Trophy Hockey Final
India defeated South Korea 4-1 in the semi-finals of the Asian Champions Trophy hockey tournament. The Indian team will face China in the final, aiming for its 5th title.
6. Another Attempt on Trump’s Life
A man armed with a rifle was caught hiding at Trump’s golf club in Florida. Secret Service agents spotted him and arrested him 60 kilometers from the golf course.
7. Iran’s Supreme Leader Criticizes India Over Treatment of Muslims
Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei claimed that Muslims in India face persecution. India’s Foreign Ministry condemned the statement, calling it misleading and advising Iran to reflect on its own record before commenting on other countrie
Some Important Headlines:
- National: PM Modi in Ahmedabad: “They made fun of me; I quietly focused on nation-building policies as the son of Sardar’s land.”
- Politics: Shah said, “We will bury terrorism deep in Kashmir; Congress once called Abdullah a traitor, now Rahul is cozying up to him.”
- Crime: FIR against Shiv Sena MLA Sanjay Gaikwad: He offered an 11 lakh reward for cutting off Rahul Gandhi’s tongue over Congress’s stance on reservations.
- Politics: Gopal Kanda controversy in Haryana: BJP withdrew its candidate in support of Kanda, yet Kanda claims, “I never sought BJP’s support.”
- National: Caste column might be added in the census: JDU and LJP, allies of NDA, also demand it; the census was supposed to happen in 2021.
- Bollywood: ‘Stree 2’ choreographer Jaani faces sexual harassment charges: 21-year-old woman files FIR, alleging misconduct on set and at home.
- International: Houthi rebels target central Israel with ballistic missiles for the first time, fired from 2600 km away. Netanyahu threatens to sack the defense minister.
- Diplomacy: India sends $1 million aid to Vietnam: Over 200 dead, many missing after floods and landslides caused by Typhoon Yagi.
- International: Trump says, “I hate Taylor Swift”: Following her Instagram post supporting Kamala Harris after the presidential debate.
- New Zealand’s ‘Bird of the Year’ is a penguin: The rare yellow-eyed penguin, known as hoiho, won this year’s title. Over 50,000 people voted in the online competition, promoting the conservation of native birds.
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