Following the defacement of the National Emblem in Jammu & Kashmir, a political storm has erupted. Congress leader Tariq Anwar's dismissive remark, «What's done is done,» drew sharp criticism from the BJP, who accused the Congress of supporting anti-national acts. Anwar defended his statement by referencing Omar Abdullah's assertion that religious sites don't feature the Ashok Chakra.

Chhattisgarh intensifies efforts to eradicate Left-wing extremism ahead of Prime Minister Modi's expected visit on November 1, 2025, for the state's 25th-anniversary celebration. Operations against Maoists have seen significant success, with a large number of extremists killed or arrested.

Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (Trai) has denied Congress's allegation of rejecting their SMS application regarding a documentary on the Maharashtra 2024 elections. Trai clarified that it doesn't approve individual SMS templates and the rejection was by the service provider, STPL. Congress leaders criticized Trai's action, linking it to efforts to suppress information about alleged election fraud.

The Supreme Court has directed the Election Commission to explore including Aadhaar as a valid identity document for Bihar's Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. The court emphasized that Aadhaar should serve solely as proof of identity, not citizenship, ensuring only genuine citizens participate in voting.

The Indian government has assured Belgian authorities of humane detention conditions for Mehul Choksi if he's extradited to India for the PNB fraud case. These assurances, detailing facility specifications and healthcare provisions at Mumbai's Arthur Road Jail, aim to meet international human rights standards.

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh has criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's planned visit to Manipur on September 13, calling it an insult to the state's residents who have been awaiting his attention for nearly 29 months. Ramesh highlighted the brevity of the visit, lasting only three hours, questioning its purpose and impact.

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath announced that eight lakh youth have received government jobs in the past eight years through a fair and transparent recruitment process. He emphasized that the state has overcome its negative image and is now the second-largest economy in the country.

The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has criticized Delhi's Chief Minister, Rekha Gupta, drawing parallels between her administration and the web series 'Panchayat.' AAP alleges that Rekha Gupta's husband, Manish Gupta, is exerting undue influence on government operations. The party suggests a situation where the CM is a figurehead, with her husband handling administrative duties, similar to the show.

Bihar's upcoming assembly elections witness complex seat-sharing negotiations within the Mahagathbandhan alliance as JMM and LJP (Paras) join. Congress insists on 70 seats, while VIP demands 60 plus Deputy CM post. CPI-ML seeks 40 seats, and RJD wants no less than 150. Tejashwi Yadav, declared CM face, criticizes the Nitish Kumar government for allegedly copying his ideas during a rally.

India is bolstering its naval power, aiming for over 200 warships and submarines by 2035 to counter growing maritime threats from China and Pakistan. With 55 warships under construction and plans for 74 more, the Navy is prioritizing indigenous production.

Bhupen Hazarika, whose birth centenary is being celebrated, was more than a musician; he was the heartbeat of Assam and a unifying force for India. His work, deeply rooted in Assamese culture, resonated with themes of social justice and unity, inspiring generations. Hazarika's legacy, celebrated through awards and infrastructure projects, continues to inspire empathy and cultural appreciation.

Around 91% of candidates participated in West Bengal SSC's School Level Selection Test for assistant teachers in classes 9 and 10, following the cancellation of previous appointments by the Supreme Court. A dismissed teacher expressed feeling deprived, while a fresher voiced concerns about corruption, emphasizing the need for merit-based recruitment this time.

Tragedy struck in Madhya Pradesh's Dhar district as a suspected gas leak at Sagarshri Lubricants Pvt Ltd claimed the lives of three workers. The incident occurred during routine maintenance in a chamber at the Pithampur factory. Three employees were overwhelmed by toxic fumes. While one worker is hospitalised and stable, authorities have launched an inquiry into the incident.

A Bijnor court has handed down a rigorous life sentence to Shubhdeep Singh, a 30-year-old from Shahjahanpur, along with a Rs 40,000 fine, for the murder of a taxi driver. Ramnarayan, the victim, was hired to drive Singh from Haridwar to Najibabad in August 2022 when he was shot and the car was stolen on the highway in Nagina.

The RSS endorsed the Election Commission's voter roll revision and the National Education Policy 2020, highlighting the importance of Indian languages. It voiced concerns about infiltration in Bengal, religious conversions in the Northeast, and the drug menace in Punjab, emphasizing their impact on social harmony. The organization clarified it would not agitate on Kashi or Mathura.

Congress alleges that TRAI blocked their SMS campaign in Maharashtra regarding a documentary on the 2024 elections, citing «protest content.» Party leaders accuse TRAI of acting as BJP's IT cell and question the coordinated efforts of government bodies to suppress information about alleged election fraud.

Following the defacement of a national emblem plaque inside Srinagar's Hazratbal shrine, authorities have detained nearly 50 people for questioning, sparking political controversy. Opposition parties criticize the plaque's installation as provocative, while the BJP defends it and accuses the National Conference of exploiting the situation. Security has been tightened around the shrine as investigations continue into the vandalism.

Amid ongoing efforts, the Taliban have expressed support for strengthened ties with India, suggesting high-level visits, including one from Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi. India is seeking a UNSC waiver for Muttaqi's travel ban to facilitate the visit, which aims to explore cooperation and trade.

The EU is set to unveil its strategic agenda with India on September 17, aiming to strengthen partnership in technology, trade, and security. Both sides are intensifying efforts to finalize a free trade agreement by year-end, with negotiations ongoing. High-level engagements are planned to boost cooperation in counterterrorism and the Indo-Pacific region ahead of the India-EU summit next year.

B Sudershan Reddy, opposition's vice-presidential candidate, has appealed to MPs to vote beyond party lines, emphasizing the need to protect the nation's democratic fabric. He criticized government policies for marginalizing weaker sections and youth, suggesting partisan interests influence Rajya Sabha proceedings. Reddy positioned himself as an impartial custodian of parliamentary traditions, urging the restoration of dignity to debate.

Congress alleges that TRAI rejected its request to send SMS messages to workers in Maharashtra about a documentary exposing the alleged theft of the 2024 elections. Party leaders claim this action, along with the Election Commission's alleged withholding of information in a Karnataka vote fraud case, suggests a coordinated effort to suppress information and protect those responsible for election irregularities.

JDS criticized Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge for dismissing a farmer's grievances about crop damage in Kalaburagi. JDS accused Kharge of arrogance, stating that Congress only cares about farmers in speeches. In a clip from Kharge's Kalaburagi house, Kharge was seen claiming that his own crop loss was worse and accused the farmer of seeking publicity.

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor defended India's mature approach amid US criticism over Russian oil imports, highlighting that other nations, including those in Europe and China, have larger economic ties with Russia. He cautioned against overlooking Trump's tariff threats and insults despite softened rhetoric, emphasising the real consequences faced by Indians.