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PoliticsSep 17'84 rules changed': Congress accuses Uttarakhand CM of handing power project meant for PSUs to AdaniThe Opposition party asked why did the BJP government kill its own UJVN-THDC project only to create a 1,320 MW opportunity that perfectly fits Adani's Korba plant, and why 84 tender conditions were rewrittenThe Hindu
BusinessSep 17India's Tata Sons reappoints Chandrasekaran as chairman in surprise reversal - reuters.comIndia's Tata reappoints chairman, backs listing in rift with controlling charity ReutersReuters World
ConflictSep 17India says China has scaled back troop numbers along their borderBoth countries had amassed tens of thousands of troops along their poorly demarcated Himalayan border following a deadly clash in 2020.Defense News
PoliticsSep 17Mizoram Speaker to lead Indian delegation session on AI at Commonwealth meet in South AfricaThe conference is deliberating upon issues related to strengthening parliamentary systems and promoting equitable development among Commonwealth countries, according to an official release.The Hindu
PoliticsSep 17'Health, energy & success': Italy PM Giorgia Meloni wishes 'friend' PM Modi on his birthday - The Times of India'Health, energy & success': Italy PM Giorgia Meloni wishes 'friend' PM Modi on his birthday The Times of India US embassy conveys Trump's birthday wishes for Modi rediff.com Putin, Netanyahu, Meloni wish Modi on his b’day; US Embassy conveys greetings on behalf of Trump ThePrint Russian President Putin greets PM Modi on his birthday, hails his 'personal contribution' to strengthening ties Deccan Herald Putin greets Modi on 76th birthday, hails role in India-Russia ties India Todaygoogle · india
BusinessSep 17India’s 2026 Infrastructure Map Is a Mix of Openings and Long BuildoutsBullet trains, Noida airport, Vadhavan Port and the Delhi–Mumbai Expressway show where India’s biggest infrastructure projects stand in 2026.psuconnect_in · india
BusinessSep 17India and Vietnam aim to turn ‘China plus one’ rivalry into trade gainsIndia and Vietnam could turn their competition for “China plus one” investments into a complementary partnership, analysts say, combining New Delhi’s scale and technology capabilities with Hanoi’s manufacturing agility and links to East Asian supply chains. Such a shift could deepen both nations’ roles in global production networks across high-value industries – from electronics and pharmaceuticals to renewable energy – while giving companies reliable alternatives as they diversify supply chains...South China Morning Post
BusinessSep 17Tata Trusts dissents to reappointment of N. Chandrasekaran as Tata Sons chairpersonThe Tata Trusts formally placed on record their acceptance of the decision the following day and advised Tata Sons to initiate the process for setting up a Selection Committee for appointing a successor, in accordance with the Articles of Association of Tata Sons, the Tata Trusts said in a statementThe Hindu
PoliticsSep 17Disha Salian case: Raut backs Aaditya; says CBI FIR attempt to malign Thackeray family imageThe Central Bureau of Investigation registered a First Information Report in the 2020 Disha Salian death case, naming no accused in compliance with Bombay High Court directives on a petition filed by her fatherThe Hindu
ConflictSep 17NIA court issues arrest warrant against Pakistan-based LeT ‘commander’ Saifullah for his role in attacks in J&KThe Hindu
DisasterSep 17Climate change had major role in triggering Nepal floods, scientists sayAl Jazeera [en]
PoliticsSep 17NIDCOM says Nigerian detained in India refused opportunity to returnThe Nigerian, however, disputed NIDCOM's narrative. The post NIDCOM says Nigerian detained in India refused opportunity to return appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
PoliticsSep 17Supreme Court asks CBSE to consider implementing 3-language policy for Class 6 from next yearBench says its suggestion is based on logistics and balance of convenience for both students and familiesThe Hindu
BusinessSep 17India to impose controversial fee for UPI instant payments: Who benefits?It's the end of an era for India's popular instant digital payments system, which has been free of charge until now.Al Jazeera [en]
DisasterSep 17Boy’s body found, search on for father, uncle who swept away in Galeru-Nagari canalEight-year-old Aarush lost his balance while playing at Ramapuram village in Owk mandal and the two men went in after him; the canal was carrying about 3,200 cusecs at the timeThe Hindu
BusinessSep 17No proposal from NSE seeking approval for trading on its own platform: SEBI chiefOn concerns raised by some brokers and asset management companies over the new UPI Merchant Discount Rate (MDR), Mr. Pandey said the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) would examine the issues.The Hindu
WorldSep 17Nashik stray dog menace: Protesters release puppies on civic official's tableShiv Sena (UBT) district youth wing functionary Vikram Randhave claimed that more than 400 stray dogs roam the Nagar Panchayat limits and that over 100 residents suffer dog-bite injuries every monthThe Hindu
BusinessSep 17China, India could face up to 100% U.S. tariffs for buying Russian oilChina and India may face tariffs of up to 100% from the U.S. if they continue to purchase Russian oil. This suggests potential economic repercussions and geopolitical tensions related to energy trade.Seeking Alpha Tech
PoliticsSep 17Kerala State Women’s Commission raises concerns on safety of elderly womenKerala State Women’s Commission chairperson P. Sathidevi says elderly women are often being abandoned by their families after receiving their share of property. Women face severe isolation in old age when they need love and care, she says, adding that such a situation was not healthy for societyThe Hindu
WorldSep 17Protesters place puppies on official's table to highlight stray dog menaceShiv Sena (UBT) district youth wing functionary Vikram Randhave claimed that more than 400 stray dogs roam the Nagar Panchayat limits and that over 100 residents suffer dog-bite injuries every monthThe Hindu
DisasterSep 17Andhra saw the El Niño drought coming in February, farmers still lost ₹20,000 an acre: JaganYSRCP president alleges farmers lost ₹15,000 to ₹20,000 an acre, drought mandals were not declared and Srisailam water went to power generation instead of RayalaseemaThe Hindu
WorldSep 17Fire and rescue force’s swift response to emergencies its biggest strength: Keralam Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala141 new recruits trained in firefighting, rescue operations and disaster response pass out from Kerala Fire and Rescue Services Academy in ViyyurThe Hindu
PoliticsSep 17Congress rejects claim that party MPs backed UPI feeThe specific proposal was neither placed before nor endorsed by the panel, party leaders say; members had also raised concerns over the need and efficacy of the Merchant Discount Rate during the parliamentary panel’s deliberations, Congress leader Manish Tewari saysThe Hindu
PoliticsSep 17Why construct new Secretariat complex when T.N. is facing financial crisis, Palaniswami asks TVK govt.Mr. Palaniswami said that after setting right the State’s financial situation, the government should choose a different site for the new Secretariat, which would not adversely affect peopleThe Hindu