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WorldSep 17IND vs AFG: Abhishek Sharma breaks Rohit’s record, smashes fastest T20I hundred for IndiaAbhishek Sharma broke several records with a blistering 30-ball hundred during India’s third T20I against Afghanistan in New Delhi on Thursday. He became the first batter in history to hit two centuries in fewer than 40 deliveries in T20Is and also shattered Rohit Sharma’s record.news9live · india
BusinessSep 17Rly runs pilot ‘Triplet Train’ from Paradip to TalcherRly runs pilot ‘Triplet Train’ from Paradip to Talchertoi · india
WorldSep 17MP inaugurates new dining hall in V.S. Krishna collegeA Member of Parliament has inaugurated a new dining hall at V.S. Krishna college. This is a local infrastructure development project.The Hindu
WorldSep 17Teresian College to host science exhibitionTeresian College will host a science exhibition. This indicates a local educational event.The Hindu
WorldSep 17Army sepoy from Bengaluru competes in IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship 2026An army sepoy from Bengaluru is competing in the IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship in 2026. This highlights an individual's athletic achievement.The Hindu
PoliticsSep 17APSPDCL’s phone-in receives 2249 complaints; 1,898 resolvedAPSPDCL's phone-in service received 2249 complaints, of which 1,898 have been resolved. This indicates ongoing public service operations and issue resolution.The Hindu
Sci & TechSep 17IIIT-B, TCA sign LoI to deepen tech cooperationIIIT-B and TCA have signed a Letter of Intent to enhance their cooperation in technology. This signifies a partnership aimed at advancing technological collaboration.The Hindu
Sci & TechSep 17PanIIT summit to help shape roadmap for DeepTech initiatives in Andhra PradeshThe vision is to use DeepTech, research, innovation and advanced manufacturing as drivers of the State’s growth, while addressing priorities in energy, healthcare, agriculture, water, space and defenceThe Hindu
ConflictSep 17Afghan Sentenced to 20 Years After Mixed Verdict in 2021 Kabul Attack CaseA jury had split on whether Mohammad Sharifullah was to blame in a deadly bombing but found him guilty of aiding the terrorist group ISIS-K.NYT US
PoliticsSep 17Kalyana Karnataka development a priority, says TangadagiA political figure has stated that the development of Kalyana Karnataka is a top priority. This highlights a focus on regional progress by a public official.The Hindu
PoliticsSep 17TDP meet stresses on enhanced coordination among party workersA meeting of the TDP emphasized the importance of improved coordination among its party members. This indicates a focus on internal party organization and strategy.The Hindu
WorldSep 17₹73 lakh CSR-funded toilet works begin at Mysuru zoo, Karanji LakeConstruction of CSR-funded toilet facilities has commenced at Mysuru zoo and Karanji Lake, costing ₹73 lakh. This project aims to improve public infrastructure in the area.The Hindu
WorldSep 17‘Simha Vahana Seva’ enthrals devotees on third day of Brahmotsavams in TirumalaAs caparisoned elephants lead the procession, 19 cultural troupes, comprising 494 artistes, showcase the country’s rich artistic diversity alongside the spiritual grandeur of the festivitiesThe Hindu
WorldSep 17Kader Attia to unveil curatorial vision for seventh edition of Kochi Muziris Biennale on November 14The noted Algerian-French artist has initiated site visits and conversations in Kochi ahead of the next edition of the international art event, say KMB organisersThe Hindu
PoliticsSep 17In Kalaburagi, Siddaramaiah’s statue installed in the night, removed the next morningA statue of Siddaramaiah was installed overnight in Kalaburagi but was subsequently removed the following morning. This incident highlights a local political action and its immediate reversal.The Hindu
PoliticsSep 17Police summon former Thodupuzha municipal chairman for questioning over drug abuse suspicionPolice summon former Thodupuzha chairman Saneesh George for questioning amid drug abuse suspicions following his detention.thehindu · india
BusinessSep 17Why did Tata Sons suddenly bring Chandrasekaran back for another five years?Tata Sons’ board approved a fresh five-year term for Chandrasekaran after he had said he would not seek reappointment. Noel Tata, chairman of Tata Trusts, voted against the move, while the board approved it by a majority. The board also moved to begin the process of listing Tata Sons after the RBI rejected its bid to surrender its NBFC registration. Just weeks ago, it looked as though the Tata Group was preparing for a leadership change. N Chandrasekaran had told the Tata Sons board in August that he did not intend to seek another term when his current tenure ends on February 20, 2027. On Thursday (17), that decision was reversed. The Tata Sons board approved a fresh five-year term for Chandrasekaran as executive chairman, after the Nomination and Remuneration Committee unanimously asked him to reconsider his decision. The board said it acted in recognition of his contribution to the Tata Group and in the broader interests of the group. But the move has immediately opened another question: why did Tata Sons suddenly decide that continuity at the top was more important than the succession process already underway? The timing matters. The board met less than a week after the Reserve Bank of India rejected Tata Sons’ request to surrender its registration as a core investment company. That decision brought the possibility of a stock-market listing back into focus for the holding company. Why Chandra is back Chandrasekaran has led Tata Sons since 2017 and was reappointed for a second five-year term in 2022. His decision in August not to seek another term had prompted the Sir Dorabji Tata Trust to begin the process of finding his successor. Several names had reportedly emerged as potential candidates, including Tata Steel CEO TV Narendran, Tata Sons group CFO Saurabh Agrawal and National Stock Exchange CEO Ashish Chauhan. That succession process now looks set to be paused. The board said its Nomination and Remuneration Committee had unanimously requested Chandrasekaran to reconsider his decision at a September 3 meeting. At Thursday’s board meeting, he agreed to do so, after which the board voted to recommend his reappointment for another five years. Chandrasekaran had explained his original decision by saying he had completed 40 years of professional life at the Tata Group. “I have decided not to offer myself for reappointment when my term ends on February 20, 2027,” he had said. The reversal now gives Tata Sons leadership continuity at a particularly complicated moment. A potential listing would require the holding company to navigate regulatory requirements, shareholder questions and the restructuring of its relationship with investors. Reports have suggested that some directors viewed continuity under Chandrasekaran as useful as Tata Sons faces those challenges. But not everyone on the board agreed. Noel Tata, who chairs Tata Trusts, voted against Chandrasekaran’s reappointment . Tata Trusts collectively controls about 66 per cent of Tata Sons, making its position central to what happens next. Tata Trusts has challenged the validity of the board decision, describing the reappointment as “illegal” and a “legal nullity.” The Trusts’ position is based on its interpretation of Tata Sons’ Articles of Association and the voting rights attached to its nominee directors. That does not mean the decision has been legally determined to be invalid. It is the position taken by Tata Trusts, and the dispute could now move to the company’s shareholder level or potentially into legal proceedings. The IPO changes the equation The leadership dispute is unfolding alongside an equally important change: Tata Sons is now moving toward a potential public listing. The RBI classified Tata Sons as an upper-layer non-banking financial company in 2022. Such entities face listing requirements, and Tata Sons had sought to surrender its registration to avoid that route. The RBI’s rejection of that request has brought the listing issue back to the center of the company’s strategy. Tata Sons had previously repaid more than Rs 21,000 crore in debt as part of its attempt to qualify for an exemption from the listing requirement. The board has now said it will initiate steps to comply with the applicable RBI guidelines and seek guidance from the RBI, Tata Trusts and other stakeholders on the requirements. For Tata Sons, a listing would be a major shift. The holding company has controlling stakes in major Tata businesses spanning technology, automobiles, steel, hospitality and aviation. It would also have implications for shareholders. The Shapoorji Pallonji Group, which owns roughly 18 per cent of Tata Sons, has long pushed for a listing as a way to unlock value from its stake. The two decisions taken on Thursday — keeping Chandrasekaran at the helm and moving toward a listing — therefore cannot be viewed entirely separately. The board has chosen continuity just as Tata Sons enters a potentially transformative period. But with Tata Trusts challenging the chairman’s reappointment, the question of who ultimately leads the holding company may not be settled by Thursday’s board vote alone. Both the reappointment and listing-related decisions will face further corporate approvals, making the upcoming shareholder process an important next stage in the Tata Sons dispute.indiaweekly_biz · canada
WorldSep 17Police summon former Thodupuzha municipal chairman for questioning over drug abuse suspicionPolice have summoned a former municipal chairman for questioning regarding suspicions of drug abuse. This indicates an ongoing investigation concerning a past public official.The Hindu
PoliticsSep 17Chief Minister launches ₹1,917 crore worth of development works for Kalyana KarnatakaKalaburagi accounted for the highest share, with 223 works worth ₹1,105.63 crore, followed by Koppal with 293 works worth ₹258.03 crore, and Raichur with 213 works worth ₹184.21 croreThe Hindu
BusinessSep 17EPFO wage ceiling of ₹25,000 too little, too late, says AITUCThe All India Trade Union Congress (AITUC) demands that the ceiling be raised to ₹30,000 to include deserving sections of employeesThe Hindu
WorldSep 17Interstate drug trafficking network busted, claims NCB Kochi unitA total of 33.1 grams of suspected cocaine seized as part of the operationThe Hindu
BusinessSep 17India’s Tata Sons Reappoints Chandrasekaran As ChairmanThe board meeting comes a month after Chandrasekaran said he would not seek reappointment following months of friction with Tata Trusts chairman Noel Tata. The post India’s Tata Sons Reappoints Chandrasekaran As Chairman appeared first on Channels Television.Channels TV
BusinessSep 17Manapparai milk society increases sale price of milk by ₹5 a litreA milk society in Manapparai has increased the sale price of milk by ₹5 per liter. This action reflects local economic adjustments and impacts consumers.The Hindu
WorldSep 17‘Swachhata Hi Seva’ campaign launched across Mysuru divisionA campaign titled ‘Swachhata Hi Seva’ has been launched across the Mysuru division. This initiative likely pertains to a public service or cleanliness drive in the specified region.The Hindu
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