A shooting at Annunciation Church in Minneapolis resulted in two fatalities and at least 20 injuries. President Trump acknowledged the incident, offering prayers and confirming the FBI's rapid response. Authorities are investigating reports of a potential bomb within the church, while urging residents to avoid the area as emergency services assist victims and the shooter is contained.
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India has crossed a historic milestone, with over one crore school teachers in 2024–25, marking a significant step toward improved pupil-teacher ratios and higher student retention. Yet, persistent learning gaps and the under-representation of women in leadership, highlighted by the UNESCO GEM Report 2024–25, reveal that numerical growth alone cannot guarantee equitable, high-quality education across the nation.
A hot-mic moment captured Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping discussing biotechnology's potential to extend human life, possibly up to 150 years, with North Korean President Kim Jong Un observing. The exchange occurred during a military parade in Beijing, where Xi warned of a global crossroads between peace and war while showcasing China's military strength.
Punjab declares itself a disaster-affected area as flood-related fatalities climb to 37, with seven new deaths reported on Wednesday. Among the victims were an elderly couple in Barnala district, killed when their house collapsed. The floods, impacting over 1,655 villages across 23 districts, have affected 3.
As the UK, US, and Canada become less accessible, Russia is emerging as a major destination for Indian workers. With a projected labour shortage of 3.1 million by 2030, Russian companies are actively hiring Indians across construction, electronics, and machinery sectors. Around 1 million Indian specialists are expected to arrive, prompting new consular facilities. The Indian embassy has also issued visa fraud warnings, as demand continues to grow and the Indian community in Russia expands... Expand
Gaurav, a 23-year-old hairdresser and grocery delivery person, was arrested for allegedly blackmailing a Greater Noida woman. He reportedly forced her to strip at knifepoint, threatening her children, and recorded explicit content. He then harassed her for months, sharing the images with her husband and online, leading to her reporting him to the police.
Apple will host its 'Awe Dropping' event on September 9, 2025. The iPhone 17 series is expected to be unveiled. New Apple Watch models and AirPods updates are also anticipated. The event will showcase expanded Apple Intelligence features. Leaks suggest a slim iPhone variant and titanium Pro models. Next-generation chips and improved photography are expected.
The Indian Army swiftly responded to a distress call on September 4th, launching a rescue operation to evacuate two South Korean nationals stranded at the Kongmarula Pass in Ladakh. Helicopters were deployed within 15 minutes of receiving the request, successfully airlifting the individuals from the high-altitude location around 9:15 pm.
Heavy rains, floods, and landslides have caused widespread devastation across Jammu and Kashmir, prompting the central government to dispatch an inter-ministerial team to assess the damage. Landslides injured five at a power project in Kishtwar, while breaches in the Jhelum River's embankment led to flooding in Kashmir.
The Allu family is mourning the loss of Allu Kanakaratnam, mother of producer Allu Aravind and grandmother of actor Allu Arjun, who passed away at 94. Celebrities including Chiranjeevi, Ram Charan, and Naga Chaitanya offered condolences. Pawan Kalyan, despite his political duties, paid a late-night visit. Allu Arjun and family members acted as pallbearers.