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AI also means American-Indian spirit. It’s the new ‘AI’ power of the world: PM Modi in US

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday (local time) highlighted the relationship between India and the US in terms of artificial intelligence and gave a new meaning to it, describing it as the America-India spirit.

‘Your love is my good fortune,’ PM Modi tells Indian diaspora in New York

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday (Sep 22) addressed the Indian diaspora at a mega event in New York. PM Modi started his address by expressing his gratitude towards Indian diaspora, saying their love brought 'good fortune' to him.

Chess Olympiad: India win historic double gold in men`s & women`s open events

The Indian contingent brought home the laurels with their maiden Open event gold medal wins in men's and women's competitions at the ongoing 45th Chess Olympiad in Hungary, Budapest on Sunday (Sep 22).

Autism more prevalent in boys: Study | Genetics play major role in prevalence

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental difference that can impact a person's behavior, social skills, and functioning. New study suggests autism is more prevalent in boys.

Not just in 2024, Shah Jahan's Taj Mahal once leaked when monarch sat in Delhi centuries ago

The Taj Mahal, one of the wonders of the world and the postcard tourist place of India, has been in the headlines for water leakage from its dome and adjacent gardens getting inundated because of heavy rainfall.

Central Japan hit by massive rains, floods; several casualties feared

Floods and landslides killed one person and left at least 11 missing in central Japan, with recovery teams at work on Sunday in a remote peninsula already devastated by a major earthquake this year.

Sinaloa Cartel violence in Mexico: Mexican President blames United States for stoking rivalry

Some 53 people have been killed and 51 others are missing in Mexico's western Sinaloa state since rival factions of the Sinaloa Cartel began clashing on Sept 9, local authorities said on Friday, with gruesome violence showing no signs of abating.

Pakistan: Convoy carrying foreign diplomats attacked, leaving one police officer dead

A policeman was killed and three others were injured in an explosion on Sunday while escorting a convoy of foreign dignitaries on Malam Jabba Road in Swat, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, according to the police, as reported by Dawn.

Sri Lanka Presidential Election: Counting of votes underway, what are the early trends?

Polls closed in Sri Lanka's first election since the economic collapse, and the counting of votes is underway. Millions of voters cast their votes to select a leader who will face the task of bolstering the country's fragile economic recovery following its worst financial crisis in decades.

Elon Musk vows to throw BBQ party on Indian-American billionaire Vinod Khosla's 'off-limits' California beach

Billionaire Elon Musk slammed Indian-American entrepreneur Vinod Khosla for allegedly blocking public access to a beach next to his expensive California mansion.

Pakistan: Attack on Foreign diplomats' convoy

On Sunday, a roadside bomb killed a police officer in the foreign diplomats' protection detail as they were traveling through northwest Pakistan, according to the police.

Sri Lanka Presidential Election: Anura Kumara Dissanayake Wins President Election

Left-leaning politician Anura Kumara Dissanayake has won Sri Lanka's presidential election after a historic second round of counting.

Sri Lanka elects Marxist leader Anura Kumara Dissanayake as new president

Sri Lanka's election commission said on Sunday (September 22) that Marxist leader Anura Kumara Dissanayake won the presidential election, and will replace the current president, Ranil Wickremesinghe.

Top 10 world news: PM Modi's address begins in New York; Dissanayake elected as Sri Lankan president, & more

Indian PM Narendra Modi is addressing the Indian diaspora at a mega event in New York. Earlier, event organisers said more than 500 artists will perform during the event at the Nassau Coliseum.

Poland faces flood waves in aftermath

As water receded in Stronie Slaskie, one of the areas worst-hit by massive floods in south-west Poland, residents and volunteers began clearing up in hope their homes would be liveable before the onset of winter.

PM Modi's US visit: PM Modi's diaspora outreach in US

Indian Prime Minister Modi is addressing the Indian diaspora at Long Island's Nassau Coliseum. Watch to know more.

Tirupati Laddu Row: Karnataka Milk Federation takes over, promises purity

With a new ghee vendor — the Karnataka Milk Federation — in place, the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) has promised to immediately restore the original quality of laddus at the Sri Venkateswara Temple at Tirumala. The development comes after allegations that animal fat was found in the laddus kicked up a major political row in the state.

Heavy rains triggered floods in central Japan

Unprecedented rainfall caused flooding on the Noto Peninsula in central Japan, leaving at least one dead and six missing.

Sri Lanka Election: Anura Kumara Dissanayake wins mandate

Polls closed in Sri Lanka's first election since the economic collapse, and the counting of votes is underway. Millions of voters cast their votes to select a leader who will face the task of bolstering the country's fragile economic recovery following its worst financial crisis in decades.