September 2026
National
Granite Baron Veeramani Arrested in Child Abuse Case Chennai Police Tried to Close
Granite baron Veeramani was arrested in a child abuse case Chennai Police earlier tried to close, raising questions over evidence handling and accountability.
Technology
UPI MDR: Why Electronics Retailers Fear Margin Pressure
The new UPI MDR on eligible payments above ₹2,000 is raising concerns among electronics retailers, who already operate on tight margins.
Technology
India’s Science Superpower Ambition: Research to Innovation
India is expanding R&D, patents and STEM talent, but turning research into global innovation will require stronger industry links and fewer systemic barriers.
Business
IPO Rush: 10 Issues in Focus as Four IPOs Close on September 25
Ten IPOs were in focus on September 25, with four issues closing, four opening and two continuing their second day of bidding.
Business
Trump-Xi Dinner Brings AI and Tech Giants Into US-China Spotlight
Trump’s White House dinner with Xi Jinping brought leading US tech CEOs together, highlighting AI, chips and technology amid US-China tensions.
Business
India’s Revamped Bilateral Investment Treaty Awaits Cabinet Approval
India’s revamped Bilateral Investment Treaty framework is awaiting Cabinet approval, with local remedies and taxation safeguards expected to remain.
Business
GLP-1 Drugs Face Fresh Scrutiny Over Rare Eye Condition Linked to Vision Loss
GLP-1 drugs face fresh scrutiny over a rare eye condition that can cause vision loss, as studies, regulators and US litigation examine the possible link.
World
Italy Decrees Limits on Non‑Italian Speakers, Veils in Classrooms Rome
Italy decreed limits on non‑Italian speakers in classrooms and banned Islamic veils, with Meloni’s government framing it as integration, sparking debate over identity and rights.
Business
IRDAI Insurance Distribution Reforms: What Insurers, Brokers and Customers Need to Know
IRDAI’s proposed insurance distribution reforms could change commission structures, control distribution costs and improve transparency for customers.
National
Delhi HC Orders Meta to Remove Morphed Photo With PM Modi
Delhi High Court ordered Meta to remove a morphed photo with PM Modi, granting police protection to the woman petitioner amid threats and online harassment.