Terence Crawford Defeats Canelo Alvarez in Historic Boxing Victory
Terence Crawford made boxing history by defeating Canelo Alvarez via unanimous decision to become the first male fighter to capture unified titles in three different weight divisions. The highly anticipated super middleweight championship bout, held at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, drew a record crowd of over 70,000. Crawford, who moved up two weight classes for the fight, cemented his legacy as one of the sport's all-time greats with a masterful performance against the Mexican superstar.
Indian Boxers Jaismine Lamboria and Minakshi Hooda Win World Championship Golds
Indian boxers Jaismine Lamboria (57kg) and Minakshi Hooda (48kg) have won gold medals at the World Boxing Championships in Liverpool. Jaismine defeated Poland's Julia Szeremeta, a Paris Olympics silver medallist, while debutant Minakshi outpunched Kazakhstan's Nazym Kyzaibay. The victories were part of India's best-ever performance at an overseas edition of the championships, with the team securing a total of four medals. The wins place the two athletes among an elite group of Indian world champion pugilists.
US Urges NATO and G7 Allies to Halt Russian Oil Imports, Threatens Tariffs on China
The United States has intensified economic pressure to end the Ukraine war, urging all NATO and G7 nations to cease purchasing Russian oil. President Donald Trump has proposed imposing 50-100% tariffs on China to deter its economic support for Russia and has already placed a 25% tariff on Indian goods over continued Russian oil imports. The move signals a coordinated effort to cripple Moscow's war funding by targeting its primary energy revenue and the countries that facilitate it.
PM Modi Makes First Visit to Manipur Since Crisis, Calls for "Bridge of Trust"
In his first visit to Manipur since ethnic violence erupted in May 2023, Prime Minister Narendra Modi called for building a "strong bridge of trust" between the Hill and Valley communities. Addressing public meetings in Imphal and Churachandpur, he emphasized peace through dialogue and announced a special package of ₹3,000 crore, including funds for 7,000 new houses for displaced families. The visit marks a significant central government intervention aimed at reconciliation and restoring normalcy in the conflict-ridden state.
India Backs Two-State Solution for Palestine in Key UN General Assembly Vote
India voted in favour of a United Nations General Assembly resolution that endorses the 'New York Declaration' for a peaceful settlement of the Israel-Palestine conflict through a two-state solution. The French-introduced resolution was adopted with 142 votes in favour. It calls for an immediate ceasefire, the release of all hostages, and the creation of a sovereign Palestinian state. The United States and Israel were among the 10 nations that voted against the resolution, which they termed 'one-sided'.
Nepal's President Dissolves Parliament, Calls for Snap Elections in March
Nepal has been plunged into a political crisis after President Ram Chandra Poudel dissolved parliament and announced fresh elections for March 5, 2025. The decision followed days of deadly anti-government protests that led to the resignation of Prime Minister K.P. Sharma Oli. Major political parties, including the Nepali Congress and CPN (Maoist Centre), have denounced the move as unconstitutional and a blow to democracy, setting the stage for significant political uncertainty in the Himalayan nation.
Mizoram Gets First Railway Line, Connecting State to National Network
Mizoram has been connected to India's railway network for the first time with the inauguration of the Bairabi–Sairang line. The Rs 8,070-crore project, considered a major engineering feat with 45 tunnels and 55 major bridges, will significantly boost connectivity, trade, and tourism in the northeastern state. During the launch event, Prime Minister Narendra Modi also flagged off the state's first Rajdhani Express, connecting Sairang near Aizawl to Delhi, fulfilling a long-standing demand of the region's people.
Supreme Court to Issue Interim Order on Controversial Waqf Amendment Act
The Supreme Court of India is scheduled to pronounce an interim order on September 15 regarding legal challenges to the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025. The hearing focuses on contentious provisions, including the power to denotify waqf properties, the composition of waqf boards, and the classification of government land. The court's decision is highly anticipated, as it will have significant implications for the administration of religious endowments and property law across the country.
Powerful 7.4 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Off Russia's Kamchatka Coast
A major earthquake with a magnitude of 7.4 struck off the coast of Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula. The tremor, which occurred at a relatively shallow depth of 39 km, prompted a tsunami warning for nearby coastal areas, urging residents to move to higher ground. The quake is reported to be part of a series of aftershocks following a larger 8.8 magnitude event in July. There were no immediate reports of major damage or injuries from the sparsely populated region.
Magnitude 7.4 Earthquake Strikes off Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula, Tsunami Warning Issued
A powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck off the east coast of Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula, prompting local authorities to issue a tsunami warning for coastal areas. The U.S. Geological Survey reported the quake occurred at a relatively shallow depth of 39.5 km, about 111 km east of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky. The region lies on the seismically active Pacific 'Ring of Fire'. There were no immediate reports of major damage or injuries, but residents in tsunami-prone zones were urged to exercise caution and move to higher ground.
National Lok Adalats Clear Massive Backlog, Settling Millions of Cases Nationwide
In a major nationwide drive to reduce judicial pendency, National Lok Adalats settled millions of cases in a single day. In Telangana alone, over 1.1 million pending and pre-litigation cases were resolved, awarding ₹595 crore in compensation. Similarly, Andhra Pradesh settled over 60,000 cases with ₹109 crore in compensation. The initiative provides an efficient mechanism for resolving disputes, significantly easing the burden on India's formal court system and providing swift justice to countless citizens.
Chennai Wins Bid to Host 2027 Coast Guard Global Summit
India has successfully won the bid to host the fifth Coast Guard Global Summit, which will be held in Chennai in 2027. The announcement was made at the conclusion of the fourth summit in Rome. The prestigious three-day event, which will coincide with the Golden Jubilee celebrations of the Indian Coast Guard, will feature an International Fleet Review and seminar. The selection underscores India's growing prominence in global maritime security cooperation and its organizational capabilities on the world stage.
Sushila Karki Becomes Nepal's First Woman Prime Minister After Youth-Led Protests
Following days of intense youth-led protests against corruption that forced PM K.P. Sharma Oli to resign, former Chief Justice Sushila Karki was sworn in as Nepal's first female Prime Minister. President Ramchandra Paudel appointed Karki to lead an interim government and dissolved the House of Representatives, scheduling fresh elections for March 2026. The political transition marks a historic moment for Nepal, driven by a largely peaceful, Gen Z-led movement demanding systemic change and accountability from the political establishment.
Prime Minister Modi Makes First Visit to Manipur Since 2023 Ethnic Violence
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is visiting Manipur for the first time since ethnic clashes between the Kuki and Meitei communities erupted in May 2023, a conflict that has killed over 260 people and displaced nearly 60,000. During the high-stakes visit, he will meet with displaced persons in both Churachandpur and Imphal and launch development projects worth over ₹8,500 crore. The visit comes amid sustained criticism from opposition parties over his prolonged absence from the strife-torn state.
Supreme Court Suggests Pan-India Policy on Firecrackers, Questions Delhi-Only Ban
The Supreme Court has questioned why the ban on firecrackers is limited to Delhi-NCR, suggesting the policy should be extended nationwide. A bench led by Chief Justice B.R. Gavai remarked that the right to pollution-free air is not exclusive to Delhi residents and that any policy must be pan-India. The court made the observation while hearing a case on air pollution, highlighting the need for a national response to a national problem, and scheduled the next hearing for September 22.