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21 September 2025 News

  🔍 Top News Solar Eclipse Tonight A partial solar eclipse (Surya Grahan) will take place starting at 10:59 PM IST , peaking at 1:11 AM IST , and ending at 3:23 AM IST on 22 September. It will not be visible from India; best visibility will be in parts of the Southern Hemisphere (Antarctica, Australia, Pacific islands etc.). The Indian Express +2 www.ndtv.com +2 India vs Pakistan Asia Cup Tension During the Super Four stage match in the Asia Cup 2025, Indian captain Suryakumar Yadav again refused to shake hands with Pakistan’s skipper Salman Ali Agha at the toss. There have been earlier tensions following recent conflicts between the countries. Reuters +2 The Indian Express +2 “GST Bachat Utsav” Launch PM Narendra Modi has announced the launch of “GST Bachat Utsav” from 22-29 September, which is expected to promote consumer savings by leveraging new GST reforms. The Economic Times UP’s GST Reform Awareness Campaign Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath is starting a...
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20 September 2025 News

  India-US Trade Talks India’s Trade Minister, Piyush Goyal , is set to visit Washington on 22 September 2025 to push forward negotiations on a stalled trade agreement between India and the U.S. Reuters India has raised concerns about the U.S. decision to impose a $100,000 annual fee for new H-1B visas, warning it could cause “disruptions for families.” Al Jazeera Public Order & Festivals in UP Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath has ordered strict measures to maintain peace during upcoming festivals. The plan includes enhanced police vigilance, better civic amenities, traffic & sanitation management, and water/electricity support. The Times of India Environmental & Cleanup Drives The Vizag region (Andhra Pradesh) observed International Coastal Cleanup Day under the theme “Turning the tide on ocean trash,” collecting ~1,300 kg waste. The Times of India Chennai also organised a major beach cleanup event for 20 September, aiming to raise awarene...

19 September 2025

🇮🇳 India & Region Ongoing rains in Maharashtra According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), fresh systems over the Bay of Bengal are likely to delay the retreat of the monsoon in Maharashtra. More rain is expected in central India. The Economic Times ISSO National Games start in Jaipur The ISSO National Games 2025-26 opened at Jayshree Periwal International School in Jaipur on September 18. Over 1,000 student-athletes from more than 50 schools, including international ones, are participating. The Times of India Navratra Mahotsav in Pune The 31st Pune Navaratra Mahotsav is set to begin on September 22. The festival will feature dance, music, traditional arts (like Lavani), and cultural performances. The Times of Indi a  Maharashtra likely to get rains again as fresh Bay of Bengal systems may delay monsoon retreat: IMD 🌍 International Israel continues its offensive in Gaza City Israel has expanded its military operations in Gaza City, targeting Hamas...

18/09/2025 News

  🇮🇳 India-related / Domestic The U.S. might ease the 25% import tariffs on some Indian goods; reciprocal tariffs may fall to 10-15%. Talks between India and U.S. have been described as “positive and forward-looking.” Reuters Indian stock markets opened higher, especially IT shares, buoyed by the U.S. Federal Reserve’s quarter-point rate cut. Reuters In Rajasthan, a yellow alert issued for heavy rainfall in 9 districts for 18-19 September, as the monsoon becomes active again. Navbharat Times Jharkhand launched its 8th National Nutrition Month to combat malnutrition, especially among children, pregnant women, etc., by promoting local nutrition sources. The Times of India 🌍 International France’s President Macron said UN sanctions on Iran are likely to be reimposed by end-September, after talks with European powers showed insufficient commitment from Iran. Reuters A magnitude-7.8 earthquake struck off Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula, prompting tsunami advisories ac...

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📰 Top Stories India-US Trade Talks Positive India says its trade discussions with the U.S. are “positive” and forward-looking. Reuters These come amid tensions over tariffs imposed by the U.S., and there’s hope of a renewed bilateral trade agreement. Reuters +2 Reuters +2 Heavy Rain, Flooding & Cloudbursts • A cloudburst in Dehradun caused flash floods, landslides, bridge collapse, and serious disruption. The Times of India • Torrential rains across Uttarakhand and Manipur shut schools, cut off villages, and caused displacement. Indiatimes Local Events in Lucknow / Uttar Pradesh • A 150-year old peepal tree fell in Kaiserbagh , Lucknow: 1 person dead (a fish vendor), four injured. The incident raised questions of neglect over unsafe trees. The Times of India • To mark PM Modi’s birthday, UP launched “Sewa Parv” plantation drive : Over a million trees to be planted, with public participation. The Times of India • The government plans all roads in Uttar Pradesh to be...

16/09/2025 News Update

 🇮🇳 India News Heavy rains in Uttarakhand — Haridwar, Tehri and Dehradun districts are under a red alert after continuous torrential rainfall. There have been landslides, flooding, damage to infrastructure, and rescue operations are underway. The Times of India US‑India trade talks — India describes recent trade discussions with the US as “positive” and “forward‑looking.” Key issues include tariff policies, especially agricultural/dairy sector access. Reuters Also, an American trade delegation led by Brendan Lynch has arrived in New Delhi for talks. The Times of India Asia Cup 2025 & Sports Updates India’s Physical Disability cricket team’s fielding coach, Rohit Sharma, is currently serving as a side‑arm thrower for the Sri Lankan team in the Asia Cup. The Times of India Following a handshake controversy with Pakistan, Team India is returning to practice in Dubai. The Times of India World Ozone Day — Observed on 16 September, highlighting the global effo...