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Indian athletes compete alongside international competitors during track and field events at the Asian Games. Photo via The Hindu

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India Defeats Iran to Retain Men's Asian Games Kabaddi Gold

Yesterday, both the Indian men's and women's kabaddi teams secured gold medals at the Asian Games by defeating Iran, alongside podium finishes in track and field.

India's men's kabaddi team defended their Asian Games title by defeating Iran in the final, adding a gold medal to the country's tally on Saturday. Earlier at the Games, Indian athletes secured medals in track and field events, with Gulveer Singh taking silver in the men's 10,000m, while Baranica Elangovan and Manpreet Kaur each won bronze in women's pole vault and shot put respectively.

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RBI Releases H2 Government Securities Issuance Calendar and September Bulletin

Yesterday, the Reserve Bank of India published its borrowing calendar for the second half of fiscal year 2026-27 alongside its monthly bulletin detailing recent economic growth of 7.8% in the first quarter.

RBI

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Protesters Detained in Delhi Demanding CEC Gyanesh Kumar's Removal

Yesterday, Delhi police detained around 90 demonstrators, including political leaders, who had gathered to demand the removal and arrest of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.

The Hindu

A dry tap over cracked earth illustrates the severe water scarcity following Maharashtra's drought declaration across 265 tehsils.

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Maharashtra Declares Drought Across 265 Tehsils

Today, the Maharashtra government declared a drought covering nearly three-fourths of the state following prolonged low rainfall, threatening farmers' livelihoods.

Google News India · Indian Express

Ryan Williams celebrates after scoring India's equalising goal against Panama in their international friendly match.

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India Draws 1-1 Against 44th-Ranked Panama in FIFA Friendly

Yesterday, the Indian national team secured a 1-1 draw against 44th-ranked Panama in an international friendly match, with Ryan Williams scoring in the contest.

Google News India · Indian Express

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Meta Given 24 Hours to Remove Morphed Photo of Woman

Yesterday, a court ordered Meta to take down a morphed image and issued notices to Citizens for Justice and Peace leaders following a woman's plea.

Indian Express · The Hindu

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AFSPA Extended in Parts of Manipur, Nagaland and Arunachal Pradesh

The Union Ministry of Home Affairs has extended the Armed Forces Special Powers Act for six months beginning October 1, 2026, across designated disturbed areas in the three northeastern states.

The Hindu

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Jailed Haryana Gangster Marries Partner with Heavy Police Deployment

Yesterday, 100 police personnel were deployed as a jailed Haryana gangster married his Cambodian partner.

Indian Express

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Mamata Banerjee Contacts CPM Leader Over Election Commission Concerns

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee reached out to political rival MA Baby today to discuss shared concerns regarding the Election Commission.

Indian Express

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TMC Accuses BJP of Funding YouTubers to Polarize Electorate

Yesterday, a TMC spokesperson alleged that the BJP manufactured a religious divide ahead of the West Bengal polls by paying various YouTubers.

The Hindu

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IIT-Delhi Researchers Develop Homegrown Graphics Chip for Low-Cost Devices

Researchers at IIT-Delhi have built a homegrown graphics chip designed specifically for use in low-cost devices.

Indian Express

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Prashant Kishor to Expand Jan Suraaj Party to Delhi

Political strategist Prashant Kishor is set to introduce the Jan Suraaj Party to the national capital.

Indian Express

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Abhijeet Sawant Recalls Teenage Financial Struggle in Mumbai

Yesterday, the Indian Idol winner shared in an interview that he was once left with just one rupee during his early days in the city.

Indian Express

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Women Wrestlers Challenge Brij Bhushan Acquittal in Court

Today, women wrestlers filed a court challenge against the acquittal of Brij Bhushan, alleging that an "ideal victim" standard was applied in the case.

Indian Express

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RBI Updates National Summary Data Page with Financial and External Sector Metrics

The Reserve Bank of India updated its National Summary Data Page, providing recent data on the financial and external sectors.

RBI

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Overview of the Reserve Bank of India's Core Functions

The Reserve Bank of India regulates currency, manages reserves, and operates the national credit system to maintain price stability while supporting economic growth.

RBI

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Lok Sabha Secretariat Issues Press Communique on FCRA Amendment Bill

On Wednesday, the Lok Sabha Secretariat released a press communique concerning the Joint Committee on the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill.

PRS India

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EPFO Charkop Organizes Outreach Programme on Reforms in Palghar

Today, the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation's regional office in Charkop held an outreach programme on EPFO reforms at the Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited in Tarapur, Palghar.

PIB

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Union Minister Launches First CSR Framework for Coal Sector

Yesterday, Union Minister of Coal and Mines G. Kishan Reddy introduced a sector-wide corporate social responsibility framework while celebrating healthcare initiative milestones.

PIB

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PFRDA Hosts Atal Pension Yojana Annual Felicitation Programme

Yesterday, the Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority conducted the Atal Pension Yojana Annual Felicitation Programme in New Delhi.

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