Political Shell Parties: Rising Donations Raise Questions Over India’s Party Finance System
New Delhi | September 22, 2026 India has more than 2,800 Registered Unrecognised Political Parties (RUPPs), reflecting the scale and diversity of the country’s political system. But unusually large donations reported by some little-known parties are raising questions about how the political registration and tax framework is being used. An
India vs Sri Lanka Asian Games 2026 Final: Women Battle for Cricket Gold
Nisshin, Japan | September 22, 2026 India and Sri Lanka face each other in the women’s cricket gold-medal match at the Asian Games 2026, with India looking to defend its title and add the country’s first gold medal of the Aichi-Nagoya Games. The final is being played at Korogi Sports
US Threatens Global Shutdown of Iranian Airlines From September 23
Washington | September 22, 2026 The United States has warned that Iranian airlines could be effectively shut out of international operations from September 23, as Washington expands sanctions pressure on Tehran. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said foreign airports, fuel suppliers and other companies could face consequences if they continue
V4 Countries Back India’s Permanent UNSC Membership Bid
India’s campaign for a permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) received fresh support from four Central European countries during the first V4-India foreign ministers’ meeting in New York. The Visegrád Group (V4) — Hungary, Poland, Slovakia and the Czech Republic — collectively backed India’s demand for permanent
Government May Phase Out UPI Subsidies as MDR Revenue Begins
The Indian government is considering phasing out subsidies for low-value UPI transactions as the introduction of Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) on selected higher-value payments creates a new revenue stream for banks and payment companies. The move would mark a shift from a largely subsidy-supported UPI model towards a more commercially
Noel Tata Proposes Tata Sons Restructuring to Avoid RBI-Mandated Listing
Tata Trusts Chairman Noel Tata has proposed exploring a restructuring of Tata Sons, including potentially splitting the holding company into multiple entities, as an alternative to a public listing required under Reserve Bank of India (RBI) regulations. The proposal was discussed at a Tata Sons board meeting on September 17,
Typhoon Dujuan: Two Killed as Torrential Rain Triggers Landslides in Japan
At least two people have died and four remain missing after Typhoon Dujuan brought torrential rain to Japan’s Pacific coast, triggering landslides and flooding across parts of the Kanto region, according to NHK and Reuters. The storm also disrupted electricity supplies, leaving nearly 50,000 households without power in the affected
Trump Speech Goes Inaudible as US Networks Halt White House Pool Coverage
US President Donald Trump’s remarks became barely audible during a White House helipad event on Monday after major television networks suspended their shared coverage pool amid a dispute over access to the White House. Trump was unveiling a new helipad on the South Lawn when the sound of a helicopter
Pakistan vs Bangladesh: Bronze Medal Clash Set for Asian Games 2026
Pakistan Women and Bangladesh Women will meet in the bronze medal match of the Asian Games 2026 women’s cricket tournament on September 22 at Korogi Sports Park, Nisshin. The match is scheduled to begin at 9:00 AM local time (5:30 AM IST). Pakistan Enter Bronze Match After Semi-Final Loss Pakistan
Asian Games 2026: India’s Medal Tally Rises as Shooting Delivers
India strengthened its medal campaign at the Asian Games 2026 on September 21, with shooting producing three more medals and the women’s cricket team reaching the final. India’s shooting contingent added a silver in the men’s 10m air rifle team event, with Rudrankksh Patil, Himanshu Dhillon and Parth Mane combining
