India’s merchandise exports saw a 6.75% rise in September 2025, reaching $36.38 billion. However, imports surged by 16.7% to $68.53 billion, primarily driven by gold, silver, fertilizers, and electronics. This widened the merchandise trade deficit to $32.15 billion. Overall, total exports grew slightly, but imports significantly increased, impacting the combined trade deficit.
A stampede at TVK president Vijay’s rally in Karur tragically claimed 40 lives due to multiple contributing factors. Vijay’s seven-hour delay caused severe overcrowding, exacerbated by frenzied fans and workers. The absence of a dedicated vehicle spot, subsequent power failure, and a falling tree further triggered chaos, leading to the fatal crush.
Mari Selvaraj’s ‘Bison Kaalamaadan’ has kicked off its journey with a remarkable first week, grossing approximately Rs 27.15 crore net. Featuring the talented Dhruv Vikram alongside Anupama Parameswaran, the film is particularly resonant in Tamil Nadu, boasting a notable Thursday occupancy rate of 21.42%.
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee expressed doubt over VP Jagdeep Dhankhar’s resignation citing his good health, fueling political speculation. Congress MP Jairam Ramesh suggested deeper reasons, possibly related to a BAC meeting incident. RJD alleged a BJP strategy involving Nitish Kumar, while the BJP dismissed all suspicions surrounding Dhankhar’s sudden departure.
Public sector banks have demonstrated a remarkable resurgence, achieving their highest advance growth since 2010 at 12.2% in FY25, surpassing private banks for the first time in over a decade. This turnaround is attributed to improved asset quality, strategic branch expansion, and diversification of income streams.
The teaser for Neil Nitin Mukesh and Divya Khossla’s ‘Ek Chatur Naar’ is out. It promises a mix of comedy, suspense, and action. Ravi Kishan’s voice-over adds to the clever plot twists. Umesh Shukla directs this film. The movie is set to release on September 12, 2025. The motion poster shows Neil and Divya in…
In a significant win for AAP leader Satyendar Jain, a special court has accepted CBI’s closure report in a 2018 corruption case. The case involved alleged irregularities in hiring a creative team for the Delhi PWD. The court noted the CBI found no criminal activity or wrongful loss to the government after a thorough investigation.
US President Donald Trump hosted Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the White House, following talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Trump expressed optimism about peace prospects, acknowledging significant animosity between the two leaders. He also indicated caution regarding extensive military aid, emphasizing a desire to conclude the conflict swiftly rather than prolong it through arms…
India’s Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar warned the UN against nations sponsoring terror, implicitly calling Pakistan a global terrorism epicentre. India’s representative further lambasted Pakistan, citing its history of sheltering terrorists and sponsoring groups like ‘The Resistance Front’ responsible for attacks. New Delhi asserted accountability for terrorists and their sponsors, rejecting third-party mediation.
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