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In a heartbreaking turn of events, 14 servicemen from Kazakhstan tragically perished during a naval exercise hindered by harsh weather conditions. In the aftermath, five defense officials were detained over alleged negligence regarding navigation protocols. Rescue teams bravely recovered three soldiers from the Caspian Sea. President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has declared a national day of mourning to pay tribute to those who lost their lives.

According to the Banka police, the incident came to light through social media on September 22, 2026, when youths in the 38-second video were found harassing a woman at the historic site Mandar Hills.

The Indian pair lost their semifinal to China's Wang Chuqin and Sun Yingsha 8-11, 5-11, 8-11, 2-11, but finished on the podium with a bronze medal.

Industries Minister P.K. Kunhalikutty will open the conclave, which will be attended by around 1,500 representatives from the MSME sector

The accused, identified as Sagar Chandra Rawat, allegedly killed his wife Anusuya Behara, 28, following a fight over a financial matter in their rented house near Sampigehalli on August 11

Anthony Joshua has shared his struggles over the past nine months as he prepares for his fight with Tyson Fury. After surviving a tragic car crash in Nigeria, Joshua is now focused on his upcoming match. He returned to the ring in July after tackling personal challenges and achieved a victory over Kristian Prenga. The highly anticipated bout with Fury marks a significant chapter in Joshua's career.

Chirag Paswan said, “If the people start losing trust in the electoral system that will not augur well for democracy and, therefore, I think the Election Commission must come out with its clarification more forcefully. It need not respond to what Rahul Gandhi and his associates are saying. But it must dispel misgivings in the minds of the people”

Fossilised bones from a large hoofed mammal were uncovered during an excavation project in Oceanside, California. Paleontologists are studying the remains, which may belong to a thunder beast or a swamp rhino. The discovery took place approximately 12 feet below the surface in the Santiago Formation's sedimentary rock. Researchers are working to determine the exact identity of the fossils found during construction.

The strategy spans quantum, horticulture, rare earths to biomedicine; aim is to create blue and white-collar jobs, explains IT & HRD Minister Nara Lokesh at an event in New Delhi

The Food and Drug Administration’s statewide food safety drive covered 3,068 establishments across Maharashtra and seized stock worth ₹9.76 crore between September 1 and 23

India's 22-year-old Indian long jumper Shaili Singh, overcame injuries and humble beginnings to emerge as one of India’s medal hopes at the 2026 Asian Games. Inspired by the legendary Anju Bobby George, Shaili’s journey is marked by resilience, visualisation, and a deep love for her sport, as she seeks to fulfill her potential on the continental stage.

Twin sisters Khijra Zubair and Tuba Zubair faced significant hurdles while trying to update their Aadhaar cards for school registration. With their biometric data causing confusion due to being identical, their applications were stalled for months. Seeking help, the family turned to the district magistrate, and after tireless efforts, the administration coordinated with the relevant bodies to finally resolve the problem.

The Monsoon Session of the Odisha Assembly has been facing disruptions for four days now, as the opposition BJD and Congress MLAs, sporting black scarves, raised slogans in the House on Friday, demanding repeal of the law. The proceedings had to be adjourned till 4 p.m.

Nainar Nagenthran shared a video clip on his social media handle, and asked whether CM Vijay was not aware that engaging children in an election campaign was an offence

A Fast Lab executive pleaded guilty in a COVID-19 testing fraud case involving over $500 million in allegedly false claims. Prosecutors said the company used customers’ insurance information to bill government-backed healthcare programmes for COVID-19 testing services that were never provided. Seyhun admitted helping submit fraudulent claims and agreed to forfeit $4.31 million.

The division bench, presided over by Chief Justice Ravindra Vithalrao Ghuge, held that there was no provision in criminal law for such interim protection to an accused

A Bench comprising Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V Mohana said language-related reforms were already being considered administratively and could not be brought about through judicial orders.