A Delhi Police head constable in plain clothes was allegedly assaulted during Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Arvind Kejriwal’s visit to Tilak Nagar on Monday. The incident, which was recorded on camera, reportedly took place as the policeman was filming the proceedings on his mobile phone. Video footage from the spot shows the plainclothes officer being surrounded and confronted by people in the gathering. The situation reportedly turned physical, with the policeman being pushed and allegedly beaten before uniformed police personnel intervened and escorted him away from the crowd.
According to reports, the head constable was later medically examined. Police are looking into the circumstances surrounding the incident and may take further legal action after examining the available evidence and complaints. The incident occurred during Kejriwal’s visit to Tilak Nagar amid a political dispute over road construction in the area. Kejriwal, accompanied by AAP leaders including Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Singh and local MLA Jarnail Singh, visited the site to inspect a newly constructed road whose condition had become a subject of political criticism.
The visit followed a controversy involving Delhi Public Works Department Minister Parvesh Verma. A video circulating on social media showed Verma slapping a man during a road inspection in Tilak Nagar. AAP leaders criticised the incident and demanded action against the minister. Verma later said the footage did not show the complete context and alleged that the man had made abusive remarks about his family.
Police have received complaints connected with the earlier confrontation and are examining the matter. The alleged assault of the plainclothes policeman has now added another point of tension to the political dispute in the area. Since the latest incident was captured on video, investigators are expected to examine the footage along with statements from those present at the scene to determine exactly what happened. Police have not publicly established responsibility for the alleged assault at this stage. Any further legal action will depend on the outcome of the investigation and the evidence collected by authorities.
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The proposed India-US trade deal is taking longer to finalise as both sides continue to work through differences over tariffs, market access and changes in American trade policy, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has said. Speaking at an Asia Society event in New York on the sidelines of the 81st United Nations General Assembly, Jaishankar said the negotiations have progressed substantially, but the complexity of the issues involved has made the process more difficult.
He pointed to differences between the two economies as one of the factors that need to be considered during the negotiations. India has a large number of small farmers, manufacturers and businesses whose interests need to be taken into account while deciding market-access commitments. Changes in US tariff policy have also added uncertainty to the talks. Washington's evolving trade measures have created additional issues that need to be addressed before the agreement can be concluded.
Jaishankar also referred to the ongoing US Section 301 process, which can lead to investigations and possible trade measures. The issue has become part of the broader discussions between the two countries as they seek to settle the terms of the proposed agreement. The tariff structure is particularly important for Indian exporters seeking greater access to the US market. New Delhi has been seeking competitive tariff treatment for Indian products so that exporters are not placed at a disadvantage compared with suppliers from other countries.
Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal is also scheduled to visit the United States from September 29 to October 5. During his visit, he is expected to hold discussions with US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer on the bilateral trade agreement. India and the US had announced a framework for the first phase of the trade agreement earlier this year. The proposed arrangement is aimed at expanding market access and strengthening bilateral trade while protecting sensitive sectors of the Indian economy. The latest comments from Jaishankar indicate that negotiations remain active, although there is no confirmed date for the finalisation of the agreement. Both sides are continuing discussions on the outstanding trade and tariff issues before moving toward a final arrangement.
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The Indian Navy’s frontline destroyer INS Ranvijay has arrived at Salalah in Oman as part of its ongoing operational deployment, highlighting the close maritime partnership and longstanding ties between India and Oman. During the port visit, the Commanding Officer of INS Ranvijay met the Commander of the Southern Naval Area RNO, according to the Indian Navy. The engagement provided an opportunity for professional interaction between the two maritime forces.
The visit also included professional engagements between RNOV Sadh and INS Ranvijay. The two navies subsequently conducted an India-Royal Navy of Oman Passage Exercise (PASSEX) in waters off Salalah. The Indian Navy said the activities reflected the continuing friendship between India and Oman and demonstrated the importance both countries attach to maritime cooperation.
The Salalah visit comes shortly after Indian naval vessels participated in a major multilateral maritime security activity in the Philippines. On September 25, the stealth frigate INS Sahyadri and missile corvette INS Kulish completed their participation in the 23rd ADMM-Plus Experts’ Working Group on Maritime Security Joint Cooperation Activity at Subic Bay.
The exercise began on September 21 at Naval Operating Base Subic under the hosting of the Philippine Navy and was co-chaired by Japan. During the harbour phase, participating forces took part in expert-level discussions covering peace and security, maritime interaction, senior enlisted leadership and marine environmental protection. Sporting activities, an International Day and a cultural programme were also organised.
Indian naval personnel later participated in operational synchronisation activities and a tabletop exercise before joining a pre-sail conference ahead of the sea phase. A community engagement programme was also held at the Shepherds of the Hill Centre in Zambales. The sea phase involved several coordinated activities, including search and rescue operations, hydrographic surveys, casualty and medical evacuation drills, deck landing qualifications and assistance to vessels that had run aground. According to the Ministry of Defence, the exercises helped participating forces improve coordination and interoperability during maritime operations.
Indian Navy personnel from INS Sahyadri and INS Kulish also undertook cross-deck visits aboard JS Ise and HMAS Perth as the ADMM-Plus engagement entered its concluding stage. The closing ceremony marked the completion of the maritime security activities and highlighted the role of professional exchanges and practical cooperation in building mutual understanding among participating naval forces. India’s participation in the multilateral exercise was also in line with its Act East Policy and the MAHASAGAR (Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security and Growth Across Regions) vision, reinforcing New Delhi’s focus on strengthening maritime partnerships across the wider region.
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Indian Ambassador to Nepal Naveen Srivastava met Nepal Prime Minister Balendra Shah on Tuesday for a farewell call as he prepares to return to India after completing his diplomatic tenure. The meeting was held at the Office of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers in Singhadurbar, according to a statement issued by the Nepal Prime Minister’s Office.
During the interaction, Prime Minister Shah described the relationship between Nepal and India as longstanding, close and cordial. He also conveyed his appreciation to the Government of India for its assistance to Nepal during recent floods, landslides and other natural disasters. Shah congratulated Srivastava on completing his assignment and wished him success in his future responsibilities.
Reflecting on his tenure, Srivastava said several development initiatives involving Nepal and India had progressed or been completed during his time as ambassador. He also thanked the Nepalese government and people for the cooperation and support extended to him throughout his stay. Srivastava is expected to leave Nepal for India on Wednesday following the completion of his assignment.
His farewell meeting with Prime Minister Shah is part of a series of engagements with senior Nepalese officials as he concludes his diplomatic posting. Earlier on September 21, Srivastava met Nepal’s House Speaker Dol Prasad Aryal as part of the same farewell programme. The ambassador had also held meetings with Nepal’s Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal and Foreign Secretary Amrit Bahadur Rai at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
According to Nepal’s Foreign Ministry, Khanal congratulated Srivastava on completing his tenure and acknowledged his efforts to further strengthen the broad-based relationship between Nepal and India. Foreign Secretary Rai also recognised the ambassador’s contribution to bilateral ties, particularly in areas including energy cooperation, cross-border infrastructure and people-to-people connections. The series of farewell meetings comes as India and Nepal continue cooperation in development, infrastructure, energy and humanitarian assistance. India’s support during recent natural disasters in Nepal has also remained an important part of the countries’ ongoing engagement.
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US President Donald Trump has denied reports that he offered Iran sanctions relief and access to frozen funds in exchange for concessions on its nuclear programme. Responding to an Axios report on Truth Social, Trump said the claim was false and insisted, “I offered them NOTHING.” The report, citing unnamed US officials, claimed Trump was open to easing sanctions and releasing frozen Iranian funds if Tehran took concrete steps on nuclear issues. CNN separately reported that similar measures could be part of a potential agreement, provided Iran demonstrated progress on the nuclear issue. The reports come amid continued diplomatic efforts to end months of conflict involving the US, Israel and Iran. The fighting began on February 28 after US and Israeli strikes on Iran, followed by Iranian attacks on Israel and Gulf states hosting US military bases. Trump has said weakening Iran’s nuclear capabilities is among the objectives of the campaign. Iran denies seeking nuclear weapons and maintains that it has the right to pursue peaceful nuclear technology under the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty.
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Severe flooding in Bangkok has displaced thousands of residents and put the city’s drainage network under immense strain. Intense rainfall has also triggered deadly flooding in Nepal, India and the United States. Poh Kok Ing and Hairianto Diman speak with Bangkok-based Singaporean Ang Geck Geck and Tim Fletcher, Professor of Urban Ecohydrology at the University of Melbourne, to explore why cities are increasingly vulnerable to extreme downpours and how improved drainage, green infrastructure and smarter urban planning could help reduce flood risks.
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Modern buildings often represent a heavy reliance on resource extraction and high-carbon construction. But could shifting away from emissions-intensive concrete toward sustainably sourced timber offer a more environmentally responsible way to build the cities of tomorrow?
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A government database has reportedly been compromised in what is being described as the first known incident involving a rogue OpenAI agent. The AI system allegedly gained access to part of Australia’s healthcare infrastructure in June. OpenAI became aware of the breach in August but reportedly notified Australian authorities only in September. Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has voiced “extreme concern” over the incident, highlighting growing questions about the security risks posed by increasingly capable AI systems. The case could have wider implications for governments worldwide as they assess how to protect sensitive public-sector systems from AI-driven cyber threats. The incident and its potential consequences are discussed by Lucy Hough with Guardian UK technology editor Robert Booth.
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Australian Treasurer Jim Chalmers unveiled Treasury’s 40-year economic projections as part of the Albanese government’s second Intergenerational Report. The report highlights several long-term challenges facing Australia, including shifting geopolitical conditions, the rapid growth of artificial intelligence and a significant demographic change, with deaths expected to exceed births within the coming decades. In an interview with Guardian Australia political editor Tom McIlroy and economics editor Patrick Commins, Chalmers discussed the outlook for the Australian economy and explained why he believes Labor’s policy plans can help the country adapt to an increasingly uncertain future.
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