Explore 25 landmark reforms in India, including Gujarat’s water and sanitation models, GST, IBC, labour codes, defence and space reforms, and social changes like triple talaq abolition.

Prime Minister Modi's 25 key reforms in India: From Gujarat’s water revolution to national transformations

From governance reforms and digital transformation to infrastructure, financial inclusion, and social welfare, Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership has sought to reshape India’s development trajectory, strengthen self-reliance, and accelerate inclusive growth.

PM Modi’s path-breaking initiatives set off major transformation | Seva Sankalp Abhiyaan

The government booklet, ‘25 Years, 25 Crises’, recounts Modi's handling of events from the 2001 Gujarat quake to the 2026 Hormuz closure, citing GST, Article 370, Naxalism and vaccines. These are the government's own claims.

Terror threat, Article 370, Ram Mandir and more: 25 crises of PM Modi's 25 years in office | Seva Sankalp Abhiyaan

A look at 25 ideas and institutional reforms that reshaped governance in India, from Gujarat’s WASMO and Disaster Management Act to GIFT City, MyGov, NITI Aayog, digital public infrastructure, GST, IN-SPACe, Agnipath and the Global Biofuels Alliance

25 ideas that changed governance in India: From GIFT City to IN-SPACe

US towns are using referendums, zoning fights, and petitions to resist massive AI data centres over land, water, and power demands. The towns which have voted include Port Washington (WI), Augusta (MI), Coweta (GA), and Kansas towns.

US midterm elections 2026 | Land, water and power lines: List of US towns pushed back against AI data centres

Jerusalem was rocked by a deadly shooting attack on Monday morning as two armed assailants opened fire inside a crowded bus at a major intersection during rush hour. The attack killed at least 4 people and left 15 injured, with 6 in critical condition.

The attack unfolded at the northern entrance to Jerusalem, near Jewish settlements, adding fuel to the already raging Israel-Gaza conflict.

15 injured in shooting attack, Israel claims 2 terrorists killed

Japan: Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba has announced his resignation following his party's stunning losses in the July parliamentary elections.


Japan: PM Shigeru Ishiba Resigns After Party Suffers Major Loss

Typhoon Tapah Makes Landfall in Guangdong; Typhoon Peipah Batters Japan's Shizouka

After U.S. President Donald Trump issued a “last warning” to Hamas to accept a hostage deal or face consequences, Israel has now escalated its rhetoric, delivering a chilling ultimatum:

"Surrender or be annihilated."

The statement comes amid intensified military operations in Gaza and growing global pressure for a ceasefire. Trump claimed a Gaza deal was close, but Israel’s latest stance may signal a deadlock — or a coming storm.

Israel to Hamas: Surrender or be annihilated

Brace for a monsoon onslaught! The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a heavy rain alert across Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Rajasthan, MP, Delhi-NCR, and parts of South India between September 8–11.

Monsoon mayhem in India: Heavy rain, flood warning, IMD red alert till sept 11 

U.S. President Donald Trump on Sunday suggested a Gaza deal could come soon to secure the release of all the hostages held by Hamas, after earlier issuing what he called his "last warning" to the Palestinian militant group.
Trump, speaking to reporters after landing in the Washington area on Sunday evening following a brief trip to New York, said he had been discussing the issue on the plane.


Israel Hamas War: Israel Bombs High-Rise Building in Gaza, Claims Building Rigged With Explosives

Top Headlines Of The Hour:

- NZ Fugitive Dad Shot Dead
- Trump Hints Russia Sanctions
- Houthis Attack Israeli Airport
- Australia Mushroom Murderer Sentenced to life


NZ Fugitive Dad Shot Dead | Trump Hints Russia Sanctions | Houthis Attack Israeli Airport

Sydney Sweeney was visibly emotional after the world premiere of Christy at the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF). The actor received a standing ovation from the audience for her performance in the powerful biopic drama based on former pro boxer Christy Martin.

Arriving in a stunning pink gown, Sydney brought Christy Martin herself to the premiere, making the moment even more special. The crowd erupted in applause after the screening, as Sweeney held back tears while thanking the audience.

The film is already being seen as one of the biggest breakout titles of TIFF 2025, with early praise highlighting Sweeney’s raw, transformative performance as the boxing icon.

Sydney Sweeney breaks down in tears after ‘Christy’ premiere | Earns standing ovation

A fugitive father who had been hiding in New Zealand’s rugged wilderness with his three children for nearly four years has been shot dead by police investigating an armed burglary, police said on Monday.



New Zealand Police Shoot Fugitive Dad Who Vanished in Late 2021 With His Three Children

After nearly four years of living off the grid, the two missing children of Tom Phillips, New Zealand's most notorious fugitive father, have been found safe following his fatal shootout with police.

Phillips, who had been hiding in the wilderness of western Waikato with his three children, was killed during an armed robbery response. One child was with him and unharmed — and later helped officers locate their siblings in near-freezing conditions.

Missing NZ children found after fugitive dad shot dead in armed robbery standoff 

Following directives from PTI founder Imran Khan, Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur announced that a grand rally will be held in Peshawar at the end of the month, though he did not specify the exact date.



Pakistan: Imran Khan Orders Grand Rally in Peshawar, Asks Ali Gandapur For Arrangements

Israel Gaza War: US President Hints at Potential Truce Deal on Gaza War | WION

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is urging the European Union to team up with the US to increase pressure on Russia by imposing additional sanctions and tariffs on countries purchasing Russian crude oil. This move aims to destabilize Russia's economy and force President Vladimir Putin to negotiate. The Trump administration has already imposed 25% additional tariffs on India for its Russian oil imports, bringing the total tariff to 50%, due to concerns that India is indirectly financing Russia's war efforts in Ukraine.

U.S. pushes for more sanctions on Russian oil, wants more tariffs on Russian oil buyers

Arijit Singh's sold-out concert at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London ended in chaos after authorities cut the power mid-performance, reportedly due to curfew restrictions.

The singer was in the middle of performing “Deva Deva” from Brahmastra when the sound system was abruptly shut down, leaving thousands of fans stunned. Eyewitnesses say Arijit pleaded for 20 more minutes to finish his set, but the request was denied.

Arijit Singh's London concert cut short: Crowd erupts as power pulled mid-performance

US Open Final: At the US Open men’s final in New York, featuring Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner, U.S. President Donald Trump received an unanticipated welcome from the crowd. Trump waved to a sparsely filled stadium at 1:45 p.m., drawing both cheers and boos. 


US Open Final: Donald Trump Greeted With Loud Boos in New York | WION

Australia’s Mushroom Murder: Erin Patterson has been sentenced to life in prison for the deadly “mushroom murder” in Australia, where she served a poisonous meal that killed three family members. Checkout how even a single death cap mushroom can be deadly. 


Australia’s Mushroom Murder: Erin Patterson Jailed | How One Mushroom Can Kill You

Erin Patterson has been sentenced to life imprisonment with a non-parole period of 33 years after murdering three people and attempting to murder a fourth with a lunch laced with death cap mushrooms.

Australia mushroom murderer gets life sentence with parole 

India At This Hour: 

- 9 Dead in Maharashtra During Ganesh Idol Immersion
- NIA Raids underway across 22 locations in India
- Dhaka-India Talks on Ganges Water Sharing Treaty
- India, Israel May Sign a Bilateral Investment Treaty



NIA Raids Underway Across India | Dhaka-India Talks | India-Israel Bilateral Investment Treaty

Tom Phillips, the New Zealand father who vanished into the wilderness with his three children in 2021, has been shot dead by police after allegedly robbing a rural supply store. Phillips had been living off-grid in the remote forests of North Island, evading capture for nearly four years.

His disappearance with children Jayda, Maverick, and Ember captivated the country — sparking speculation, manhunts, and mystery.

The saga came to a tragic end this week following a gunfight with police in Waikato. But why did he vanish in the first place? And how did he survive for so long?

Fugitive NZ dad killed in shootout after 4 years on the run with his kids 

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