- NIA said
Red Fort bomber Umar-un-Nabi initially tried to target Lal Mandir but changed plans due to traffic and police presence before detonating an IED near Red Fort. - Chinese President Xi Jinping will visit India for the Brics summit on September 12-13, marking his first trip to the country in seven years amid efforts to stabilise bilateral ties.
- Karnataka has ordered ‘Vande Mataram’ to be sung or played at all state government events, with only its first two stanzas to be used except at events attended by top constitutional authorities.
- Trump’s $5,000 dividend promise and push for voter ID draw parallels with India’s use of direct welfare and voter identification as electoral tools.
- Iran’s ballistic missile strike on a US base in Jordan reportedly damaged multiple American aircraft, including an A-10 and around eight F-15 fighter jets.
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NIA chargesheet reveals Red Fort bomber’s original target and attack plan
The NIA chargesheet said bomber Umar-un-Nabi initially tried to park his explosive-laden car near Lal Mandir in Chandni Chowk but turned back due to heavy traffic and police presence. He later reached Red Fort Gate No. 4 and detonated the IED, killing 11 people and injuring 29. The agency said the device was triggered remotely through a mechanism fitted in his shoe.Read full story
Xi Jinping to visit India for Brics summit after seven years
Chinese President Xi Jinping will attend the 18th Brics Summit in New Delhi from September 12 to 13 at PM Narendra Modi’s invitation. His visit comes as India and China work to stabilise ties after years of border tensions. Xi is expected to arrive with a large delegation, while recent high-level talks have focused on border peace and strengthening bilateral relations.Read full story
Karnataka mandates first two stanzas of Vande Mataram at state events
The Karnataka government has directed that ‘Vande Mataram’ be played or sung at all state government programmes and official ceremonies. A September 8 order says only the first two stanzas will be sung, except at events attended by the President, Vice President, Prime Minister or Governor. The move comes amid a political row over the rendition of the national song and its full version.
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Trump’s $5,000 promise and voter ID push echo India’s election strategy
US President Donald Trump’s proposed $5,000 dividend for every adult citizen if Republicans win Congress has drawn comparisons with India’s direct welfare schemes. His push for stricter voter identification also mirrors elements of India’s election system. The story notes that while Trump’s proposal differs from India’s targeted DBT programmes, both approaches link voter identification and direct benefits with electoral politics. Read full story
Iranian strike reportedly damages US aircraft at Jordan base
Multiple US military aircraft were reportedly damaged after Iran launched a ballistic missile strike on the Muwaffaq Salti Air Base in Jordan. CBS News reported that an American A-10 was left with a missing wing, while around eight F-15 jets sustained light damage but returned to service. Jordan said its air defences intercepted 18 of 20 missiles fired at the country. Read full story
