China’s top diplomat Wang Yi met Japan’s former foreign minister Takeshi Iwaya, who is leading a 50-member delegation of corporate executives, in Beijing on Monday, marking the highest-ranking Chinese official reception for a Japanese visit in nearly a year. During the talks, Wang warned that bilateral relations were facing a “severe situation” and had “yet to be normalised” ahead of next year’s 55th anniversary of diplomatic ties, according to a readout from the Chinese foreign ministry. “A...
Top Congress leaders are preparing to confront Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar regarding alleged irregularities in the Election Commission. The Congress Working Committee is prioritizing this issue, which impacts the democratic framework of the country. Former party chiefs Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi are participating in these discussions to formulate a strategy. The opposition INDIA bloc also plans to convene and address this significant issue in Parliament.
Nomura has initiated coverage on Allied Blenders & Distillers with a Buy rating and a target price of Rs 850, implying nearly 20% upside. The brokerage sees premiumisation, backward integration and margin expansion as key growth drivers, with EPS expected to grow at a 26% CAGR over FY26–FY29. Execution delays and slower premiumisation remain key risks.
Neeru Dhanda secured the gold medal in women's trap shooting at the Asian Games, marking a historic achievement. She entered the competition with strong form after winning a World Cup title in Lonato, Italy. Dhanda’s qualifying scores positioned her as a joint leader, showcasing her skills throughout the rounds. Alongside teammates Aashima Ahlawat and Manisha Keer, India contended for a team medal as well.
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has noted that India and China have improved relations recently. He emphasized that resolving border issues has contributed to the normalization of ties between the two nations. Jaishankar explained that the long standoff affected official exchanges and contacts while trade continued. The minister highlighted that both countries benefit from improved relations, as it reduces dependencies on third parties.
BJP MP Nishikant Dubey has filed civil and criminal defamation suits against former Finance Secretary Subhash Chandra Garg. Dubey is seeking ₹2 crore in damages, as both parties dispute statements made during their ongoing conflict. Previously, Garg rejected a legal notice sent by Dubey that demanded an apology and withdrawal of previous statements. The dispute has developed further with allegations exchanged between the two individuals during a podcast.
Tesla shares fell amid market weakness and regulatory scrutiny of its driverless Cybercab. US safety regulators are seeking details on its certification, with Tesla’s response due September 30. Investors are also watching third-quarter deliveries, robotaxi progress and the delayed Roadster unveiling as key near-term developments.
The Supreme Court has agreed to early listing of a plea concerning the Election Commission's functioning. This plea challenges the lack of collective decision-making as mandated by law. The Chief Election Commissioner under scrutiny is Gyanesh Kumar, whose powers are being questioned. Senior advocate Vikas Singh has requested the court to hear the matter next week. The apex court plans to address this significant issue in its upcoming session.
