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PoliticsAug 28Xi-Trump summit plans, Nepal disaster, SCO summitChinese President Xi Jinping may take a business delegation to Washington next month, when he is also likely to sign a trade-war truce extension with US President Donald Trump. The potential business delegation is under negotiation ahead of the September 24 summit, the South China Morning Post reported, citing four people with knowledge of the matter. US executives, including Apple’s Tim Cook and Tesla’s Elon Musk, accompanied Trump on his state visit to China in May. Both countries want to...South China Morning Post
PoliticsAug 28Congress questions Centre’s free coaching plan, cites poor record of existing schemeThe Social Justice Ministry had set a target of enrolling 10,500 candidates under its existing free coaching scheme over three years, but had enrolled only 2,790 students — 26% of the target, Jairam Ramesh saidThe Hindu
PoliticsAug 28The scrapping of Parandur airport project: a compilationThis is a compilation of The Hindu’s coverage on the dropping of Parandur airport project by the TVK-led Tamil Nadu government in August 2026 citing farmers’ opposition and ecological concerns after the site was finalised during the DMK regime in 2022.The Hindu
PoliticsAug 28Not holding bypolls in Tamil Nadu will deprive lakhs of people of elected representatives: CM Vijay tells Madras High CourtHe urges the court to vacate an interim stay imposed on the conduct of bypolls to the Tiruchi East, Perundurai, Ambasamudram, Viralimalai, and Karur constituenciesThe Hindu
PoliticsAug 28Konda Surekha ties rakhi to Revanth Reddy at residence amid disciplinary rowThe meeting assumes significance as it was the first interaction between Ms. Surekha and Mr. Revanth Reddy since a controversy erupted over remarks made by her daughter, Konda Sushmitha, against the Chief MinisterThe Hindu
PoliticsAug 28Explained: What is the Tamil Nadu government’s one-gram gold ring scheme?CM Vijay has announced the launch of Thaimaaman Thanga Mothiram Thittam. Here’s all you need to know about the scheme.The Hindu
PoliticsAug 28A decade later, an IFS couple and six others to be prosecuted in custodial torture case in KeralamAccused in the Malayattoor elephant poaching case in 2015 moves court after the Forest department refused sanction to prosecute the officials. Court holds that prosecution sanction is not required in the case as the alleged acts bore no reasonable connection with the performance of official dutiesThe Hindu
PoliticsAug 28India, Canada reiterate commitment to complete trade deal by end of 2026A joint statement, issued by the Finance Ministers of both countries following the conclusion of the inaugural India-Canada Finance Ministers’ Economic and Financial Dialogue in Toronto, said that India had expressed its readiness to begin negotiations on a Bilateral Investment Treaty “at the earliest”The Hindu
PoliticsAug 28Tamil Nadu government mulls corridor linking Tambaram and ChengalpattuIt had already announced, during the demands for grants for the Public Works Department, a plan to create an eight-lane road between Chennai and Kanniyakumari, says Aadhav ArjunaThe Hindu
PoliticsAug 28Kamal Haasan calls for abolition of NEET, backs entrance exam reformsKamal Haasan urged the Centre to clear Tamil Nadu’s NEET Exemption Bill, which is awaiting Presidential assent, and said the focus should be on ending what he described as an unfair system rather than reforming itThe Hindu
PoliticsAug 28Kolkata Police register case against TMC’s Abhishek, Derek O’Brien for scuffle over removal of a party hoardingThree FIRs have been lodged against the TMC leaders for allegedly assaulting police personnel, obstructing them to discharge their duty, and also attempting to outrage the modesty of a lady police personnel.The Hindu
PoliticsAug 28W.B. CM says trying to create employment opportunities for youth; inaugurates LTM’s state-of-the-art IT campusChief Minister Suvendu Adhikari urged skilled and educated professionals from the State working elsewhere in India and abroad to return, assuring them of employment opportunities under the “double-engine government”The Hindu
PoliticsAug 28JI Announces Nationwide Strike Against High Fuel Prices on September 3JI has announced a nationwide strike on September 3 to protest high fuel prices. This signals significant public discontent and potential economic disruption across the country.pakistantimes.com · Pakistan
PoliticsAug 28Tamil Nadu govt promises steps in 3 days to check essential commodity price surgeThe Tamil Nadu government has committed to taking measures within three days to address a surge in essential commodity prices. This indicates government intervention to stabilize the cost of living for its citizens.timesofindia.indiatimes.com · India
PoliticsAug 28Madras High Court orders notices to M.K. Stalin, DMK IT Wing in ₹1-crore defamation suit filed by Minister Aadhav ArjunaJustice K. Govindarajan Thilakavadi orders notices returnable by September 15, 2026, after the Minister takes objection to a June 8, 2026, X postThe Hindu
PoliticsAug 28Jharkhand CID arrests two more persons in exam 'irregularity' caseEarlier, the CID arrested key accused Abhay Tiwari, his wife Sushama Kumari and brother Akshay Tiwari in connection with alleged irregularities in the JSSC-CGL examinationThe Hindu
PoliticsAug 28 India participation of fundamental importance to Kyrgyzstan and SCO : Kyrgyz Ambassador Askar BeshimovThe Kyrgyz Ambassador Askar Beshimov stated that India's participation is fundamentally important to Kyrgyzstan and the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO). This highlights a key aspect of international diplomacy and regional alliances.calcuttanews.net · India
PoliticsAug 28NEET stir ends fear of speaking against power : AISA chiefThe AISA chief claims that the NEET stir has empowered people to speak out against authority. This suggests a notable shift in public discourse regarding power and activism.siasat.com · India
PoliticsAug 28 Need overhaul of education system : Dipke on IIT Delhi suicide protestDipke has called for an overhaul of the education system in response to a suicide protest at IIT Delhi. This highlights concerns about the current educational environment and student well-being.timesofindia.indiatimes.com · India
PoliticsAug 28 Judicial discipline dictates Allahabad HC should not have delivered verdict till Sabarimala judgment : Owaisi on Hijab orderA judicial figure commented that the Allahabad High Court should not have delivered a verdict until the Sabarimala judgment, in relation to a Hijab order. This discusses judicial procedure and significant legal precedents.calcuttanews.net · India
PoliticsAug 28 Fake News Is A Rampant Reality ...: Ranveer Allahbadia DENIES Calling Kunal Kamra Haathi Over His Mahabharat Mythology RemarkRanveer Allahbadia denies an accusation of calling Kunal Kamra "Haathi" regarding Kamra's remarks on "Mahabharat Mythology," addressing the issue of "fake news." This concerns a public figure's denial amidst a social media or public controversy.freepressjournal.in · India
PoliticsAug 28Congress Workers Offer Loans For Sugar , Open Tea Stalls In Protest Against Inflation In IndoreCongress party workers in Indore are protesting against inflation by offering loans for sugar and opening tea stalls. This action highlights a political response to economic issues.freepressjournal.in · India
PoliticsAug 28After protest against CJI , Bar Council chief , NLSIU cancels convocation eventNLSIU canceled its convocation event following a protest against the Chief Justice of India and the Bar Council chief. This action reflects the impact of public dissent on institutional events.timesofindia.indiatimes.com · India
PoliticsAug 27Maharashtra Gen Z Adivasis ask for moreIn Manjari village, on the outskirts of Pune, tribal students have been protesting for over two weeks with a hunger strike against the Maharashtra government, which they say has not heard them for years. They hope this time their need for better quality education and hostel infrastructure will be seen, and the Supreme Court-mandated employment assured nine years ago will be given. Vinaya Deshpande Pandit speaks with the students, many of whom are first-generation college-goersThe Hindu