Top 10 world news: PM Modi's address begins in New York; Dissanayake elected as Sri Lankan president, & more
Top 10 world news
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 performduring the event at the Nassau Coliseum. In other news, 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.
Click on the headlines to read more:
LIVE: PM Modi's address to Indian diaspora begins in New York
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 performduring the event at the Nassau Coliseum.
Sri Lanka elects Marxist leader Anura Kumara Dissanayake as new president
&im=FitAndFill=(700,400))
‘Half-tank rule’: Does keeping your fuel tank full improve mileage?
)
US seizes Iran-linked oil tanker in Indian Ocean as Trump administration intensifies pressure on Iran over nuclear program: Report
)
'Right to change govt...': MEA counters Norway journalist’s 'why should we trust you' question - VIDEO
&im=FitAndFill=(700,400))
‘Automatic cars vs manuals’: Which uses more fuel?
&im=FitAndFill=(700,400))
36,000-pound thrust: 5 ways China's J-20 fighter jet's new engine can completely changes the aerial balance
&im=FitAndFill=(700,400))
Does regular servicing actually improve your car’s fuel economy?
)
Pakistan deploys 8,000 troops, fighter jets and air defense system to Saudi Arabia under defence pact, also plays mediator
)
Stunned by China’s engineering marvel? Elon Musk shares post of world’s biggest train station built near Beijing in 2 years
&im=FitAndFill=(700,400))
Next set of UFO Files: Pastors say 'translucent beings' and alien abductions part of new tranche
&im=FitAndFill=(700,400))
WION Decodes | What are the key demands in Iran’s latest peace proposal?
&im=FitAndFill=(700,400))
How much fuel does a car AC use in 1 hour?
&im=FitAndFill=(700,400))
Does driving with the AC on waste too much fuel?
)
US approves $428 mn support package to India for Apache helicopters and M777 howitzers
&im=FitAndFill=(700,400))
'Idling vs. restarting': Does turning your engine off at red lights really save fuel?
&im=FitAndFill=(700,400))
Why petrol is not used as fuel in commercial aircraft
&im=FitAndFill=(700,400))
Do wider tires decrease fuel mileage?
)
‘Cut 50 for overacting’: Bangladesh players troll Rizwan after his heated exchange with Litton Das – WATCH
)
One last time? MS Dhoni's 'lap of honour' in CSK's last home game of IPL 2026 sparks retirement buzz - WATCH
&im=FitAndFill=(700,400))
Most Hundreds for Each Test Playing Asian Country
&im=FitAndFill=(700,400))
'Iran's new 'vessel declaration' rule': What it means for global oil shipping
)
US Senate votes 50-47 to advance resolution to curb Trump's Iran war powers
&im=FitAndFill=(700,400))
Thousands evacuated as California wildfire threatens homes | PICS
)
Operation Epic Fury has destroyed 90% of Iran's defence industry, says CENTCOM chief
)
Iran drawing up plans to counter high-intensity US strikes if war resumes
&im=FitAndFill=(700,400))
Does parking in the shade prevent fuel evaporation in the summer?
&im=FitAndFill=(700,400))
Meet top 5 batters fastest to 3,000 T20 runs
&im=FitAndFill=(700,400))
Which nations produce most honey? Top 7 countries leading global production
&im=FitAndFill=(700,400))
Does cruise control really save fuel?
&im=FitAndFill=(700,400))
What is the ideal car speed for maximum fuel savings?
)
Pakistani officer claims to have hit 2 non-existent airbases in India with Fatah-1 missile
)
'Welcome to Rome, my friend!': Meloni shares photo with PM Modi after his arrival in Italy
)
164-foot tunnel discovered in Israel leaves scientists puzzled
&im=FitAndFill=(700,400))
Petrol vs diesel: Which car engine really saves more money in daily driving?
&im=FitAndFill=(700,400))
‘Save fuel and money’: 7 driving habits you should follow
&im=FitAndFill=(700,400))
New OTT releases this week (May 18-24, 2026): System, Tom Clancy's Jack Ryan, Desi Bling- 6 movies and shows coming on Netflix, Prime Video and more
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.
Gaza war | Half of hostages held by Hamas since Oct 7 have died: PM Netanyahu
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has reportedly told lawmakers in a closed meeting that half of 97 hostages held by Hamas in Gaza since October 7 have died.
Netanyahu says Hezbollah will ‘get the message’ after Israeli strikes
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated on Sunday (Sep 22)that Hezbollah will soon understand Israel's message following recent Israeli military actions.
Kejriwal claims PM Modi ‘conspired’ against him, attacked his ‘honesty’
Former chief minister of Delhi, Arvind Kejriwal, Sunday (Sep 22) launched a scathing attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi, claiming the PM conspired to prove that he is corrupt. In his first public address following his release from jail in a graft case linked to liquor policy, Kejriwal said at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar that PM Modi hatched a major conspiracy against top Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leaders.
WATCH | Confused Biden snaps before introducing PM Modi during Quad meet, shouts, 'Who's next?'
US President Joe Biden was part of another gaffe during the Quad Summit meeting at his residence in Wilmington, Delaware on Saturday (Sep 21) with leaders of the powerful alliance around. As Biden was finishing up his speech and preparing to introduce Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi,he lost his train of thought and snapped at one of the staffers.
Israeli troops raid Al Jazeera's West Bank bureau, issue closure order to Qatari broadcaster
The Israeli military on Sunday (Sep 22) raided the offices ofAl Jazeera in Ramallah in the occupied West Bank and issued a 45-day closure order. The Qatari broadcaster saidarmed Israeli troops had confiscated the cameras and prevented the staff from reporting on the ongoing raid.
Netflix being probed for racial discrimination, visa violations by Indian government
India is investigating the business practices of US streaming giantNetflix's local operations, including allegations of visa violations and racial discrimination, according to a government email sent to a former executive.
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 competitionsat the ongoing 45th Chess Olympiad in Hungary, Budapest on Sunday (Sep 22).
Janet Jackson believes in false claim on Harris’ race, says she’s not ‘black’
Kamala Harris' racial identity has become a point of discussion for a while now, and the most recent one to get embroiled in this debate is singer Janet Jackson.
