today’s key news events and headlines:
Key Events Today:
- Prime Minister Modi will launch the Subhadra Scheme in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, on his 74th birthday. The scheme offers loans of up to ₹5 lakh to women.
- The Supreme Court will hear a case regarding bulldozer action, following a notice issued to the Gujarat government on September 12.
Top News:
1. Kejriwal to Resign Today at 4:30 PM; New CM to be Chosen
- Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal will meet Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena to submit his resignation.
- AAP MLAs will meet at 11:30 AM to finalize the new CM. Possible names include Atishi, Kailash Gahlot, Gopal Rai, and Sunita Kejriwal.
2. Mamata Banerjee Accepts 3 Demands of Doctors in Kolkata Rape Case
- West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee agreed to three of five demands from protesting doctors after the rape and murder of a trainee doctor.
- Doctors have stated they will wait for the Supreme Court’s hearing before resuming work.
3. VP Dhankhar Warns Against Undermining Investigation Agencies
- Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar emphasized the importance of maintaining the morale of investigation agencies, referring to the scrutiny surrounding agencies like the CBI.
4. Congress’ Manifesto for Jammu and Kashmir Elections
- The Congress released its manifesto, promising ₹4,000 annually for landless farmers and ₹3,500 monthly unemployment benefits for youth for one year.
- Elections will be held on September 18, 25, and October 1.
5. India Reaches Asian Champions Trophy Hockey Final
- India defeated South Korea 4-1 in the semi-final and will face China in the final.
6. Another Attempt on Trump’s Life
- A man armed with a rifle was caught near Donald Trump’s Florida golf club. He was arrested 60 kilometers away from the location.
7. Iran’s Supreme Leader Criticizes India Over Treatment of Muslims
- Ayatollah Khamenei accused India of persecuting Muslims. The Indian government rejected these claims, calling them misleading.
Additional Headlines:
- PM Modi in Ahmedabad emphasizes policies for nation-building despite criticism.
- Amit Shah speaks about terrorism in Kashmir and criticizes the Congress party’s shifting alliances.
- FIR filed against Shiv Sena MLA Sanjay Gaikwad for offering a reward for cutting off Rahul Gandhi’s tongue.
- The caste column might be added in the upcoming census, as demanded by NDA allies.
- Bollywood choreographer Jaani faces sexual harassment allegations.
- Houthi rebels target central Israel with ballistic missiles.
- India sends $1 million aid to Vietnam after Typhoon Yagi.
- Donald Trump criticizes Taylor Swift’s support for Kamala Harris.
- New Zealand’s Bird of the Year award goes to the rare yellow-eyed penguin (hoiho).
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