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Asian Games 2026: India’s Biggest Wins and Controversies

India finished the 2026 Asian Games with 85 medals, including 21 gold. The Games also saw controversies involving Shaili Singh’s long jump and the India-Pakistan cricket final.

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Inside Vantara | Anant Ambani’s Dream to Rescue India’s Wildlife

Everything to know about Anant Ambani’s innovative dream pet project in Jamnagar, Gujarat.

India

Weekly News Roundup: Top Stories Of The Week | 4 October 2026

This week's top stories from India and around the world.

India

Vithya Ramraj Breaks P.T. Usha’s 42-Year-Old Record

Vithya Ramraj, 28, has broken P.T. Usha’s 42-year-old national record in the women’s 400m hurdles. At the 2026 Asian Games in Nagoya, she clocked 54.75 seconds to win bronze.

India

Bengaluru CEO Bans Male Candidates From Rajasthan, UP, Bihar and Madhya Pradesh

A Bengaluru sports company, A1 Sports World, has announced that it will not hire male candidates from Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Bihar, and Madhya Pradesh, by the CEO Karthik Shenoy.

Deaf Events

Gujarat Association of the Deaf Celebrates 50 Years

The Gujarat Association of the Deaf (GAD) is celebrating 50 years with a special community event in Ahmedabad on 20 December 2026.

India

India Could Face 100% US Tariff Over Russian Oil: New Zealand and India Sign a Duty-Free Deal

The US has passed a Russia sanctions law allowing tariffs of up to 100% on major buyers of Russian oil and gas, which could affect India.

World

Osama Bin Laden Had India On His Attack List Years Before 9/11

Twenty-five years after 9/11, new CIA files reveal a hidden threat to India: Osama bin Laden’s network had identified India among the countries it intended to target.

India

Jaishankar’s Reply to a Pakistani Journalist: “A Terrorist Country Is Asking Me, C’mon!”

India and Pakistan exchanged sharp remarks over terrorism, Kashmir and other issues during a series of meetings and interactions linked to the UN in New York.

India

For 3 Lakh, Would You Buy the New iPhone Duo, Or a Car?!

Apple’s first foldable iPhone, the iPhone Duo, starts at nearly Rs.3 lakh in India, sparking comparisons with cars, holidays and other major purchases.

India

Weekly News Roundup: Top Stories Of The Week | 27 September 2026

From a fatal monkey attack and a Delhi crime case to a Bollywood baby announcement and a massive diya-lighting event, here are some major stories from the fourth week of September.

India

Ganesh Visarjan 2026: The Different Rules Being Introduced Across India

Different states across India are following different methods for Ganesh Visarjan this year, while an unusual incident in Andhra Pradesh saw rainfall on idols placed on a dry riverbed.

India

New UPI Rules Explained: What It Means For You ?

UPI payments above Rs.2,000 made to businesses will attract a 0.4% MDR from 15 October 2026, while customer-to-customer and person-to-person payments will remain free.

India

Weekly News Roundup: Top Stories of the Week | 20th September 2026 | ISH News

From a Bengaluru entrepreneur repairing a footpath himself to a viral AI crime story being debunked, here are four stories that made headlines in the third week of September.

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Strange Things Countries Are Famous For!

From the world’s tallest and shortest populations to countries known for chocolate, coffee, tea, and obesity rates, discover eight surprising facts that make each country unique.

World

Karnataka Deaf Women Association to Host International Day of the Deaf Programme

Karnataka Deaf Women Association will celebrate the International Day of the Deaf 2026.

India

UPI: How Did It Become a Huge Success?

How UPI went from a new digital payment system in 2016 to India’s everyday way of paying, and why new MDR charges could change how merchants accept UPI.

India

Gurugram Biker Hit by Car: Accused Gym Owner Arrested

A woman biker in Gurugram was hit by a car in a viral road-rage incident, with the accused gym owner now arrested and booked for attempt to murder.

Sports

India Wins Women Asia Cup: Refuses Trophy From Pakistan Minister

India won the Women’s Asia Cup but did not take the trophy from ACC President Mohsin Naqvi because of tensions between India and Pakistan.

Sports

Wankhede Stadium: India’s Best Stadium Was Built Due to Ego Clashes!

Wankhede Stadium was built after a power struggle with Brabourne Stadium and went on to become an iconic home of Indian cricket, especially after the 2011 World Cup victory.

World

Pakistan Gets New Chinese Air Defence System

Pakistan has showcased the Chinese-made HQ-17AE air-defence system amid growing concerns over a possible future India-Pakistan conflict.

World

UN Adopts New World Map, India May Look Bigger

The UN has backed a more accurate world map that shows Africa and other countries closer to their real size, highlighting the importance of geography and representation.