Worst-ever! Neeraj Chopra suffers nightmare: Numbers in last 7 years

Neeraj Chopra endured his worst finish since 2018, placing eighth at the World Athletics Championships 2025 in Tokyo with a best throw of 84.03m. The Olympic and World Champion, who has consistently medalled at global events over the past seven years, admitted to back issues that hampered his performance. A look at his results since 2018 highlights how rare such an outcome is for India’s javelin superstar.

Afghanistan: Taliban release British couple who had been held for months

Bengaluru civic apathy continues: Another school van gets stuck in open drain

In Bengaluru, a school minivan carrying children got stuck in an open drain on Panathur-Bellandur road, fortunately without injuries. This incident follows a series of accidents on the same stretch, including a school bus partially toppling and other vehicles sinking into slush-filled craters.

Singer Zubeen Garg passes away at 52 in scuba diving accident in Singapore

Singer and cultural icon from Assam, Zubeen Garg, has passed away at 52 following a tragic scuba diving accident in Singapore. He was in the city to perform at the North East Festival. Rescued by police and rushed to the hospital, Zubeen could not be saved, leaving fans and followers deeply shocked.

Pahalgam attack: NIA court extends custody by 45 days; DNA, mobile data reports awaited

A special NIA court in Jammu extended the custody of Bashir Ahmad Jothat and Parvaiz Ahmad by 45 days in connection with the Pahalgam terror attack. Arrested in June, they are accused of sheltering Pakistani militants involved in the April 22 attack.

Trump pressure: EU aims to phase out Russia LNG; reluctant to hit India, China with tariffs

The European Union is contemplating accelerating its timeline for phasing out Russian liquefied natural gas imports, potentially moving faster than the initially planned 2027 deadline. This consideration follows pressure from the US and is being explored through sanctions and modifications to the RePowerEU plan.

DUSU 2025: Aryan Maan elected president; ABVP sweeps, NSUI trails

Delhi University’s 2025 DUSU elections concluded with ABVP’s Aryan Maan winning the President post, while the party secured three of the four key positions. Held on September 18 across 52 centres and 195 booths, the polls saw over 2.75 lakh eligible voters, with a 39.45% turnout. Key issues included campus safety, student welfare, and gender representation, reflecting the growing political engagement of Delhi University students.

iPhone 17 Pro Max vs 16 Pro Max: Which version is better

Stefon Diggs Sighted: From hospital exit to rumors swirling; Cardi B pregnancy timeline questioned

Stefon Diggs was seen leaving a New York hospital with a baby carrier. This happened before his public appearance with rapper Cardi B. The couple later announced they are expecting a child. Diggs is also facing a paternity suit from model Aileen Lopera. She claims he is the father of her baby born in April.

DUSU 2025: Who wins? Track the last 10 presidential races

The DUSU Elections 2025 are witnessing a close contest between ABVP and NSUI as vote counting continues at Delhi University. Early trends show ABVP slightly ahead in key posts, with presidential candidate Aryan Maan leading. With the last decade dominated by ABVP except two NSUI wins, today’s outcome will decide whether ABVP extends its stronghold or NSUI stages a comeback.

Recession risk high: Moody’s Zandi warns on US economy, says DOGE

Mark Zandi, chief economist at Moody’s Analytics, suggests the US economy is nearing a recession due to policy missteps and speculative market behavior. Tariffs, immigration restrictions, and Federal Reserve decisions are major headwinds, causing uncertainty and delaying business investments.

iPhone 17 launch: Midnight madness; fans share viral excitement

The iPhone 17 launch triggered widespread excitement, with eager buyers queuing for hours before store openings. Social media amplified the frenzy as fans shared live updates and experiences. A tech enthusiast reviewed the iPhone 17 Pro Max, praising its premium build and high-capacity storage options, catering to both everyday users and content creators.

Why was Indian techie shot dead by US police? What cops claim, what kin allege

Big boost: India, UAE aim to double bilateral non-oil trade to $100 bn; check details

India and the UAE aim to double non-oil, non-precious metal trade to $100 billion in 3-4 years, driven by the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement. Bilateral non-oil trade reached nearly $38 billion in the first half of 2025, a 34% increase from 2024.

Recession risk high: Moody’s Zandi warns on US economy, says DOGE; Trump tariffs to blame

Mark Zandi, chief economist at Moody’s Analytics, suggests the US economy is nearing a recession due to policy missteps and speculative market behavior. Tariffs, immigration restrictions, and Federal Reserve decisions are major headwinds, causing uncertainty and delaying business investments.