Daily Bulletin

The Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India, announced new appointments to the National Commission for Safai Karamcharis (NCSK) on September 6, 2026. Shri Bhagwat Prasad Makwana has been appointed as the Chairperson, with Shri Kaishab Bihari as the Vice-Chairperson. Additionally, Shri Manoj Kumar Balmiki, Smt. Sushma Gaudiyal, and Shri Ravi Ramu Kalose have been appointed as Members, with their terms effective until March 31, 2028.

Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah, following a review meeting in Panaji, Goa, commended the state for its swift implementation of the three Naveen Nyay Sanhitas and the Integrated Criminal Justice System (ICJS). This has led to a significant increase in Goa's conviction rate from 22% to 53%, with many criminal matters now being decided within 6 to 8 months. Shri Shah appreciated Goa's efforts in law and order, coastal security, and combating cybercrimes and narcotics, urging continuous monitoring to make Goa a model state for Viksit Bharat by 2047.

Vice-President of India, Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan, attended the Golden Jubilee celebrations of Geetanagar College in Guwahati on September 6, 2026, where he also inaugurated the institution’s new academic building. He underscored Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi's priority for North-East development and praised Assam's significant economic growth and investments in healthcare, education, and infrastructure. Shri Radhakrishnan also led students in taking a ‘No to Drugs’ pledge, urging youth to contribute to a healthy and developed India.

In Jharkhand's Godda district, a Booth Level Agent (BLA) of the BJP, Vinay Kumar Mandal, was arrested on September 3, 2026, for allegedly submitting around 200 Form 7 applications seeking the deletion of minority community voters' names during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise, and was booked under sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and Section 31 of the Representation of the People Act. Jharkhand Chief Electoral Officer K Ravi Kumar clarified that Booth Level Officers (BLOs) are not permitted to refuse Form 7 applications, and any such deletion can only occur after a thorough probe, emphasizing the procedural safeguards in place for electoral roll revisions.

Jharkhand Higher and Technical Education Minister Sudivya Kumar Sonu, a Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) MLA from Giridih Sadar, passed away at 56 due to a heart attack in Giridih late on Saturday, September 5, 2026. Minister Sonu, who also held portfolios including Urban Development and Housing, and Tourism, was a key negotiator in recent talks with students protesting alleged irregularities in state recruitment examinations, with Chief Minister Hemant Soren expressing profound grief.

The Uttarakhand government on Saturday, September 5, 2026, took action against five more unrecognised madrasas in Dehradun and Haldwani, bringing the total number of such institutions shut down in the state to 20. This initiative follows the state's abolition of the statutory Madrasa Board in July and its replacement with the Uttarakhand State Authority for Minority Education (USAME), which now regulates educational institutions for all six notified minority communities under the new Minority Education Act, 2025, and the Uttarakhand Minority Educational Institutions Recognition Rules, 2026. This action aligns with the 2024 Supreme Court judgment upholding the constitutional validity of the Uttar Pradesh Board of Madarsa Education Act, 2004, which affirmed the state's positive obligation to ensure educational standards in madrasas while protecting minority rights under Article 30 of the Constitution.

Shiv Sena (UBT) MLA Aaditya Thackeray joined IT employees and residents in Hinjewadi, Pune, on Sunday, September 6, 2026, to protest against persistent infrastructure issues in the area. The protest highlighted basic demands such as pothole-free roads, proper footpaths, the operationalisation of the ready Metro line, timely waste collection, and adequate water supply, with Thackeray questioning the government's ability to provide these fundamental facilities.

Congress General Secretary K.C. Venugopal has declared that Rahul Gandhi will be the face of the INDIA bloc for the 2029 Lok Sabha elections. This assertion comes amidst the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam's (TVK) recent pitch for actor Vijay as a potential prime ministerial candidate.

The final photo electoral rolls for Manipur, 2026, have recorded a total of 1,960,620 voters following a comprehensive revision process. This figure comprises 953,350 male voters, 1,006,962 female voters, and 308 third-gender voters, reflecting the demographic composition of the electorate.

Shri Sudivya Kumar, a minister in the Jharkhand government, passed away at the age of 56 on Sunday, September 6, 2026. In honour of the departed minister, the Jharkhand government has declared a two-day state mourning period and cancelled all its previously scheduled official programmes.

Right-wing social media 'influencer' Shri Swatantra Bhardwaj was sent to one-day judicial custody by a Delhi court on Sunday, September 6, 2026, in connection with an assault case registered under the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act. The case pertains to allegations that Bhardwaj severely injured a 38-year-old man during a Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) protest at Jantar Mantar in June.

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Member of Parliament Smt. Kangana Ranaut voiced her support for the establishment of schools run by the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) in Himachal Pradesh. She lauded the initiative, stating it would be beneficial for the state's educational landscape.

Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah cancelled his scheduled event in Goa today, where he was slated to inaugurate the newly constructed BJP state office building in Chimbel. The cancellation was attributed to the building collapse incident that occurred in Delhi's Satya Niketan area.

A recent report has highlighted the severe backlog plaguing consumer forums across the country, with one case in Maharashtra reportedly pending for an alarming 32 years. This situation underscores significant operational challenges within the district and state consumer disputes redressal commissions (SCDRCs), impacting timely justice for consumers.

Union Prime Minister Narendra Modi, addressing the centenary celebrations at Delhi University’s Shri Ram College of Commerce (SRCC) on September 5, 2026, asserted that India has transitioned from an era of "policy paralysis" in 2013 to one of "policy dynamism." He highlighted the challenges faced in 2013, including terror attacks, high inflation, corruption, and low growth, contrasting them with the current situation where Naxalism has been rooted out and India responds robustly to external threats. This address underscored the government's narrative of significant national progress over the past decade.

Congress leader Pawan Khera has criticized the Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) Goa unit for a social media post that depicted the National Emblem positioned at the "feet" of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The controversial post, which marked the successful launch of ISRO's EOS-05 satellite, has drawn flak for its perceived disrespect towards a national symbol. This incident highlights ongoing political discourse regarding the appropriate representation and reverence for national emblems in public communication.

Right-wing influencer Swatantra Bhardwaj was remanded to one-day judicial custody by Duty Magistrate Anjali Singh of the Patiala House Court on September 6, 2026, in connection with the Jantar Mantar assault case, having been produced via video conference by the Delhi Police. Concurrently, his lawyer has expressed serious concerns, claiming that Bhardwaj faces a risk of attack while in jail and has urged the government to ensure his security arrangements.

Former Supreme Court Justice Madan B Lokur, addressing the Adivasi Adhikar Rashtriya Manch on September 6, 2026, flagged the inadequate implementation of the Forest Rights Act (FRA) 2006 and the Panchayats (Extension to Scheduled Areas) Act (PESA) 1996. He stated that tribal rights over land, forests, and natural resources are being undermined, with the authority of Gram Sabhas often bypassed, despite the FRA being nearly two decades old and PESA 30 years old. Justice Lokur also highlighted concerns regarding the diminishing employment opportunities for tribal communities following the replacement of MGNREGA, which previously benefited approximately 30% tribal beneficiaries, and the adverse impact of mining activities leading to forced migration and displacement.

Former Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) S.Y. Quraishi, on September 6, 2026, questioned the reported numbers of illegal immigrants, urging the Election Commission (EC) to release specific data. Quraishi sarcastically suggested that the EC should showcase its "great success" in achieving a reduction in population that the National Population Commission has been unable to accomplish. His remarks highlight ongoing debates surrounding demographic data and electoral rolls.

Union Minister of Commerce & Industry, Shri Piyush Goyal, speaking at the Bharat Health Global Expo 2026 in New Delhi on September 6, 2026, urged India to develop resilient, globally integrated healthcare supply chains. He emphasized a shift from generic drug production to advanced research and development, including new molecules and biosimilars, and called for Indian pharmaceutical companies to invest in overseas markets. The Minister also advocated for the medical devices sector to transition towards comprehensive domestic production and stressed the need for a regulatory mechanism that attracts investment in clinical trials, product patenting, and R&D, aligning India's approach with developed nations. Furthermore, Shri Goyal highlighted the USD 8 billion global potential of medical value travel, urging a mission-mode approach with government support, and called for enhanced scientific validation of AYUSH products for wider global acceptance.

The Directorate of Income Tax (Intelligence & Criminal Investigation), Mumbai, in collaboration with the Stamp Duty and Registration Department, organized a Mega Outreach Programme on September 6, 2026, for over 200 officers. The programme provided guidance on the Statement of Financial Transaction (SFT) and Form 165 under the new Income Tax Act, 2025, emphasizing accurate PAN reporting and data validation to promote voluntary tax compliance, widen the tax base, and strengthen transparent, data-driven governance.

The Ministry of Coal clarified on September 6, 2026, that Punjab's power plants have adequate coal supply, refuting media reports of shortages. As of September 4, 2026, the Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL) plants held coal stock at 117% of the normative requirement; however, their average Plant Load Factor (PLF) in August 2026 was only 42%, indicating low generation was not due to coal availability. The Central Government has facilitated coal supply from PSPCL's captive Pachhwara Central Coal Mine to Independent Power Plants (IPPs) in Punjab, and Coal India Limited (CIL) subsidiaries have offered significant coal quantities.

Seven member countries of the OPEC+ alliance have decided to maintain their existing oil output policy for October, keeping production levels unchanged. This decision reflects the group's assessment of global oil market dynamics and demand-supply equilibrium.

Authorities in Karnataka have seized medicines valued at ₹4 lakh from two Amazon facilities operating without proper licenses. Additionally, officials reported discovering pest infestation in food preparation areas within these facilities, indicating conditions that could lead to product contamination and pose public health risks.

The devotional film 'Hanuman Ansh', based on the life of Neem Karoli Baba, has achieved a significant box office milestone by crossing ₹100 crore in net domestic collections as of 1 pm on Sunday, September 6, 2026. With its domestic collection standing at just over ₹105 crore, the film has become the smallest Hindi production in terms of scale to enter the prestigious ₹100-crore club.

A Delhi court has denied bail to Shri Amitabh Jhunjhunwala, the former vice-chairman of Reliance Capital, in connection with an ₹11,000 crore money laundering case. Jhunjhunwala was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) on April 15 as part of their ongoing investigation into the alleged financial irregularities. The court's decision underscores the gravity of the charges in this high-profile economic offence.

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) reportedly informed the Bombay High Court that the popular alcoholic beverage 'Old Monk' cannot be legally sold as "rum." This classification issue arises because the product is manufactured using a neutral spirit, which, according to FSSAI, disqualifies it from being labeled as traditional rum. This development could have implications for product labeling and marketing within the alcoholic beverage industry.

Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, Dr. Jitendra Singh, inaugurated the 6th RISE Conclave 2026 in Kolkata on September 6, emphasizing the need to expand India's startup ecosystem beyond metropolitan centres. He advocated for a new industry–R&D partnership model, urging industry partners from the project-planning stage to ensure market-ready technologies and accelerate commercialisation. The conclave, themed “Driving Innovation & Entrepreneurship for Viksit Bharat 2047,” aims to accelerate the lab-to-market journey of indigenous technologies, particularly from Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities. Key outcomes from the first day included the signing of eight Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs), four technology transfers, two product launches, and the inauguration of one facility.

Dr. Krishna AchutaRao, a distinguished climate scientist and professor at the Centre for Atmospheric Sciences at IIT Delhi, passed away on Friday at the age of 62. Dr. AchutaRao was renowned for his pioneering work on climate risk assessment and attribution science, which quantifies human contributions to extreme weather events, and was closely associated with the World Weather Attribution network, contributing significantly to the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC).

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has officially dismissed recent reports concerning its potential privatization, unequivocally stating them to be 'completely baseless' and 'incorrect'. This clarification was issued after various associations representing thousands of ISRO employees sought an explanation regarding the reported proposal.

A London-bound Virgin Atlantic flight was compelled to make an emergency landing at Bengaluru airport on September 6, 2026, following the detection of a technical snag during its journey. All passengers and crew are reported safe after the unscheduled landing.

The National Zoological Park (NZP) in New Delhi conducted its third ‘Butterfly and Dragonfly Walk’ and 13th ‘Sunday Bird Walk’ on September 6, 2026, engaging 16 participants in biodiversity monitoring. Attendees documented 44 bird species and observed the nesting of over 300 Painted Storks, which arrived in the second week of August, underscoring the ecological health of the Zoo's wetland and tree habitats.

The 16th National Meet of State Biodiversity Boards (SBBs) and Union Territory Biodiversity Councils (UTBCs) commenced on September 6, 2026, in Chandigarh, organized by the National Biodiversity Authority (NBA). Union Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Shri Bhupender Yadav, urged States and UTs to align their rules and institutional mechanisms with the amended Biological Diversity (Amendment) Act, 2023, and Biological Diversity Rules, 2024. He also highlighted that the NBA has disbursed over ₹200 crore in Access and Benefit Sharing (ABS) funds and called for making over 2.76 lakh Biodiversity Management Committees functional and effective.

Two individuals were apprehended in Madhya Pradesh on September 6, 2026, in connection with a wildlife poaching case, underscoring ongoing efforts by authorities to combat illegal wildlife trade and protect biodiversity within the state.

The Kalimpong administration in West Bengal issued a high alert on September 6, 2026, following a significant landslide that has blocked the flow of the Teesta River. This incident poses potential risks of flash floods and necessitates immediate precautionary measures for downstream communities.

Union Minister Shri Piyush Goyal noted that India's Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) are significantly expanding global market access for the Indian industry. He stated that almost two-thirds of the global market currently offers preferential access for India, with nine recent FTAs covering 38 developed countries and providing access to a combined GDP of USD 60 trillion, a six-fold increase from the USD 10 trillion accessible until 2014. India is actively negotiating another 8 to 10 multilateral or bilateral FTAs/PTAs to further enhance this access to approximately 75% of global trade.

Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh is scheduled to undertake a three-day official visit to Sri Lanka from September 08 to 10, 2026, leading a high-level delegation. During his visit, Shri Singh will engage in consultations with the Sri Lankan leadership on a range of issues and interact with the Indian diaspora in Colombo. This visit aims to further strengthen traditionally strong bilateral relations, particularly in maritime and defence partnership, underscoring India’s 'Neighbourhood First' policy and Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s MAHASAGAR vision.

A recent volcanic eruption in Indonesia has severely disrupted air travel, leading to over 150,000 passengers being stranded. This natural disaster highlights the vulnerability of global transportation networks to geological events and the need for robust contingency plans.

Tensions between Iran and the United States have reportedly escalated, with both nations carrying out strikes. This development signals a concerning rise in geopolitical instability in the region, warranting close international monitoring.

US Ambassador to India, Sergio Gor, indicated a potential bilateral meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Donald Trump on the sidelines of the upcoming G20 Summit in Florida in December, also hinting at a possible Quad Leaders’ Summit. Ambassador Gor stated that India and the United States are "very close" to finalising a bilateral trade deal, which is being reworked following a Supreme Court decision, expressing hope for its finalisation within months. He also announced that Secretary of State Marco Rubio is expected to visit India again in October, with External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar anticipated to travel to the United States three times over the next four months, underscoring deepening strategic engagement.

India voted in favour of a UN General Assembly resolution adopted on September 4, titled ‘Correct the Map: Rebalancing Global Cartographic Representation and Promoting Equitable Representation of the World’s Regions, Particularly Africa’. However, the Ministry of External Affairs official spokesperson, Randhir Jaiswal, clarified that India's support does not constitute an endorsement of any specific map or national boundaries, firmly asserting that its sovereign territory, including the Union Territories of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh, must be depicted strictly in accordance with India’s official map.

Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant addressed the BRICS Chief Justices’ Forum on Saturday, describing it as a 'modern fabric woven with traditional threads' and a 'fellowship of judicial minds'. Hosted by the Supreme Court, the forum aims to foster international legal cooperation and seek solutions for humanity, envisioning a world where law guides development towards shared prosperity.

In a significant development concerning human rights, Iranian courts have sentenced twin sisters Taraneh Rahimi to death and Romina Rahimi to a 25-year prison term. The sentences were reportedly handed down following their involvement in anti-regime protests within the country, drawing international attention to the state of civil liberties in Iran.

Iran issued a stern warning to the United States on Sunday, September 6, 2026, with Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf asserting that any future attack against Iran’s interests and security would be met with a 'faster, heavier and more painful response.' Ghalibaf emphasized that Washington must comprehend the altered rules of engagement in its conflict with Tehran 'before it is too late.'

Member of Parliament Shri Raghav Chadha, representing the Parliament of India at the 12th Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) Global Conference of Young Parliamentarians, highlighted the UPI-UZQR link. This initiative is designed to simplify digital payments for Indian travellers in Uzbekistan, promoting a seamless and cashless transaction experience.

All government and private schools, along with offices, in Delhi will remain closed on September 11, 2026, in view of the upcoming BRICS Summit. The significant international event is scheduled to take place at Bharat Mandapam from September 11 to 13, 2026, and is anticipated to host leaders from around 30 BRICS member and partner countries.

Vice President Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan, attending the convocation ceremony of Srimanta Sankaradeva University of Health Sciences (SSUHS) in Guwahati on September 6, 2026, highlighted the significant transformation in India's healthcare sector. He noted that over 44 crore Ayushman cards have been issued, saving beneficiaries an estimated ₹2 lakh crore in medical expenses. He also praised Assam's progress, with medical colleges doubling from seven in 2021 to 15, and the establishment of AIIMS Guwahati and a three-tier cancer-care network, including the state's first Proton Beam Therapy Centre.

The 89th edition of Fit India Sundays on Cycle was conducted nationwide on September 6, 2026, with Union Minister of Youth Affairs & Sports Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya and Gujarat Deputy Chief Minister Shri Harsh Sanghavi leading the event in Surat under the theme "Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat." Over 5 million young people participated across more than 25,000 locations, taking a collective pledge against substance abuse. A special Teachers’ Day themed edition was also held in New Delhi.

A multi-storey building collapsed in the Satya Niketan area of New Delhi this afternoon, resulting in three fatalities and the rescue of eleven individuals. Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta visited the site and assured that those responsible, including the building owner or any official, would face appropriate action, noting the old building was undergoing renovation and construction work.

The Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment announced the appointment of Shri Bhagwat Prasad Makwana as Chairperson and Shri Kaishab Bihari as Vice-Chairperson of the National Commission for Safai Karamcharis (NCSK) on September 6, 2026. Shri Manoj Kumar Balmiki, Smt. Sushma Gaudiyal, and Shri Ravi Ramu Kalose were named Members, with their tenure extending until March 31, 2028. Makwana's extensive social work experience includes prior roles as Chairman of the Uttarakhand Safai Karamchari Commission and a Member of the Central Monitoring Committee under the Prohibition of Employment as Manual Scavengers and their Rehabilitation Act, 2013.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah unveiled a comprehensive three-year roadmap and a vision document in Goa, aiming to achieve a "drug-free India" by 2029, describing it as the nation's most significant fight after successfully addressing Naxalism. The strategy, prepared by the Modi government, focuses on supply reduction, demand reduction, and harm reduction, with 2026-29 designated as a mission-mode period, employing a four-pillar approach to dismantle narcotics networks, including financiers and cross-border linkages. Shah highlighted a significant increase in narcotics seizures, reporting over 1.19 crore kilograms of narcotics between 2014 and July 2026, compared to 26 lakh kilograms from 2004 to 2014, attributing this to a shift towards network-centric enforcement.

At least eight individuals died and over 12 were hospitalised in Baraj village, Sagar district, Madhya Pradesh, after allegedly consuming illicit liquor late on Saturday, September 5, 2026. Sagar Chief Medical and Health Officer Dr Devesh Pateria indicated suspected methyl alcohol poisoning, prompting District Magistrate Pratibha Pal to order a magisterial inquiry, while Chief Minister Mohan Yadav directed prompt and stringent action against those responsible.

A five-storey paying guest (PG) accommodation building collapsed in Satya Niketan, South-West Delhi, on Sunday, September 6, 2026, resulting in five confirmed fatalities and injuries to several others, with 10 people pulled from the debris. Delhi Police registered FIR No. 153/26 against the alleged owner, Hariram, and others under Sections 105, 290, and 125(a) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, with Chief Minister Rekha Gupta stating the collapse was caused by a shifted pillar and vowing stringent action. Following the incident, Delhi Mayor Pravesh Wahi and the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) ordered the immediate sealing of all illegal constructions exceeding four floors across the city and directed strict action against officials found guilty of allowing such violations. Student bodies like ABVP protested, even vandalizing the MCD office, while Delhi University colleges opened their doors to affected students, highlighting concerns over unsafe student housing and...

Eight shops were completely destroyed in a fire that broke out around 6:30 AM on Sunday, September 6, 2026, at the Sector-6 market in Bokaro district, Jharkhand. Officials suspect a short circuit as the primary cause, noting that some shops had illegally tampered with their electricity connections, which may have contributed to the blaze's rapid spread, though no casualties were reported.

President Droupadi Murmu felicitated 82 teachers with the National Teachers’ Awards on Saturday, acknowledging their innovative contributions to education, with awardees including 48 from the Department of School Education and Literacy, 21 from higher educational institutions, and 13 skill trainers. The President highlighted education as a means to achieve equality of opportunity and praised teachers for enabling a negligible primary school dropout rate, urging them to instill knowledge, morality, and sensitivity in students. Among the recipients, Dr. Archana Shukla from Bhopal was recognized for digitally mapping 102 species of campus trees using QR codes, while Sunita Yadav from Khichdi, Chhattisgarh, was honored for her community initiative 'Nyota Bhojan' and a home reading campaign empowering rural students as 'Little Reporters'.

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat praised the younger generation at an event in the UK, stating they are 'more honest' and 'ready to shed petty differences'. Bhagwat emphasized that the youth do not need to be instructed on how to achieve their purpose, but rather, society should focus on setting clear goals for them, underscoring the potential and integrity of today's youth.

Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah officially launched the "Nasha Mukt Bharat 2029" roadmap during an official visit to Goa, reiterating the government's commitment to achieving zero narcotics across India's borders. The initiative aims to intensify efforts against drug trafficking and abuse, promoting a drug-free society by the target year. Shah chaired a meeting to review Goa's security preparedness before the launch.

A professor at Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) in Delhi has been accused of sexual harassment, reportedly making inappropriate remarks with sexual connotations to students during viva examinations conducted in the first week of May. This incident has brought to light concerns regarding conduct within academic institutions and the safety of students. Investigations into the allegations are expected to follow.

A multi-storey boys' paying guest (PG) accommodation in Satya Niketan, RK Puram, South-West Delhi, collapsed on Sunday afternoon, September 6, 2026, resulting in at least one fatality and leaving several individuals feared trapped. Delhi Chief Minister Smt. Rekha Gupta and Labour Minister Shri Kapil Mishra visited the site, where six people have been rescued and multiple agencies, including DDMA and NDRF, are conducting extensive search and rescue operations. The 40-50-year-old building, comprising a basement and five upper floors, was reportedly undergoing repair work in its basement at the time of the incident, prompting the precautionary evacuation of an adjacent structure.

A 31-year-old undertrial prisoner died in an Odisha jail on Sunday, September 6, 2026, prompting his family to demand a thorough investigation into the circumstances of his death. This incident highlights a concerning trend, as government data reveals that at least 370 prisoners have died in Odisha's prisons between 2019 and 2024.

S. Kannan, a functionary of actor Vijay's political outfit TVK, was brutally murdered in Chennai's upscale Adyar area on Sunday. The incident, captured by surveillance cameras and widely circulated online, led to questions from Udhayanidhi Stalin regarding the prevailing law and order situation in the state.

A building collapsed in Delhi's Satya Niketan area, with eyewitnesses reporting a sound akin to an earthquake preceding the incident. Individuals trapped inside were heard shouting for help, indicating a significant public safety concern in the densely populated locality.

A multi-storey boys' paying guest (PG) hostel collapsed in Satya Niketan, South-West Delhi, on Sunday afternoon, resulting in the tragic death of five individuals. Delhi Police have registered an FIR against the owner of the building, and the Chief Minister has vowed swift action following the incident. Rescue operations, involving police, fire brigade, and local residents, are ongoing at the site to search for any remaining trapped individuals.

In a tragic road accident in Kerala, three individuals, including a toddler, were killed after a car reportedly struck their bike with severe impact, throwing the victims approximately 50 metres from the spot. The driver of the car, suspected to be under the influence of alcohol, fled the scene and is currently absconding. Local authorities have initiated an investigation into the incident to apprehend the culprit.

Five individuals, including four members of a single family, were killed in separate house collapse incidents across Uttar Pradesh due to heavy rainfall. In Kanpur's Hirni village, Mukesh Kumar and his three minor daughters—Maya, Neetu, and Pallavi—died when their "kutcha" house collapsed around 11 AM on Sunday, while another daughter, Kajal, sustained serious injuries. Concurrently, in Budaun's Gurugram village, farmer Vinod was killed and his wife injured after their "kutcha" house wall collapsed late Saturday night.

Shiv Sena (Eknath Shinde faction) workers are alleged to have assaulted staff and vandalized Relief Hospital in Palghar, Maharashtra, on the night of September 5, 2026, following a dispute over the discharge of five individuals injured during a Dahi Handi event. Dr. Vishal Kodgirkar, the hospital owner, reported that Sena Palghar district chief Kundan Balkrishna Sankhe and Palghar city chief Rahul Gharat were involved, with Gharat allegedly slapping a staff member and Sankhe instructing his group to "not spare these doctors." A First Information Report (FIR) has been registered, and a detailed probe is underway, though no arrests have been made as of September 6, 2026.

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Mandi has initiated an investigation into a controversial poster displayed on campus that read "Shudras serve higher classes." While the specific context or origin of the poster is under scrutiny, the institute's director has attributed the controversy to "some students' interpretation" of the content. This incident has sparked discussions regarding caste representation and social sensitivity within academic institutions.

Abhijeet Dipke has raised serious concerns regarding the deplorable living conditions faced by Adivasi students, highlighting issues such as being served stale food and being compelled to sleep on floors due to the authorities' failure to provide adequate beds. These observations underscore significant welfare challenges within educational accommodations for tribal communities.

A boys' Paying Guest (PG) accommodation building collapsed in Delhi's Satya Niketan area on September 6, 2026, leaving three individuals in critical condition and several others feared trapped under the debris. Eight fire tenders have been deployed to the site, with rescue personnel actively engaged in operations to evacuate those affected.

Four members of a family, including three sisters aged 16, 12, and 7, tragically died on September 6, 2026, after their mud house collapsed in Kanpur amidst heavy rainfall. The incident underscores the vulnerability of informal housing structures in various regions, particularly during adverse weather conditions. This event highlights the persistent challenges related to housing safety and disaster preparedness in rural and semi-urban areas.

Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Shri Amit Shah, announced a comprehensive three-year roadmap (July 2026 to July 2029) for a "Drug-free India" by 2029, built on four pillars: intelligence and operation-based enforcement, precursor and synthetic drugs control, demand and harm reduction, and capacity building and coordination. He highlighted a significant increase in anti-narcotics operations, with over 11.9 million kilograms of drugs, valued at approximately ₹1.89 lakh crore, seized from 2014 to 2026, compared to 2.6 million kilograms worth ₹40,000 crore in the preceding decade. The Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan has engaged 250 million citizens and facilitated the rehabilitation of 570,000 individuals, with plans to triple de-addiction centres nationwide to 1,751.

Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah detailed the government's intensified campaign against fugitives, noting that from 2019 to July 2026, 274 fugitives involved in economic offences, terrorism, narcotics, and gang warfare have been extradited from 36 countries, facilitated by a new system named BHARATPOL. Properties worth approximately ₹17,874 crore belonging to fugitives have been sealed or confiscated. He also highlighted significant improvements in India's internal security landscape since 2019, citing a considerable reduction in separatist sentiments and terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir, the near elimination of Naxalism, and peace agreements in the Northeast involving approximately 11,000 youth.

The Indian Air Force's (IAF) Sarang Helicopter Display Team arrived in Egypt on September 6, 2026, to participate in the 2nd edition of the El Alamein International Airshow, scheduled from September 8 to 10, 2026. The Sarang team, globally unique as a five-helicopter display unit, will showcase precision flying skills with the indigenously designed and manufactured Advanced Light Helicopter (ALH) Dhruv, underscoring the growing defence and diplomatic ties between India and Egypt.

India and China conducted Corps Commander-level talks on Sunday at the Wacha-Damai border meeting point in Arunachal Pradesh's Kibithoo sector, Upper Subansiri district, with the Indian delegation led by Lt General Girish Kalia, commander of the Army’s III Corps (Spear Corps). These talks mark the first senior military commander-level engagement in recent months concerning tensions along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in Arunachal Pradesh, following a meeting between NSA Ajit Doval and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Beijing on August 25.

Two coaches of the Delhi-bound Sikkim Mahananda Express (Train No. 15483/15484) derailed near Ara in Bihar around 4 am on Sunday, though no injuries were reported. Initial investigations by the East Central Railway’s Danapur Division suggest the incident occurred after the train overshot a red signal, leading to partial disruption of rail traffic and delaying the train by over four hours.

The Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) has identified two primary routes for heroin trafficking into Jammu: one from the Punjab-Jammu corridor and another through Uri in North Kashmir, following two significant seizures within a fortnight. On September 3, 2026, 522 grams of heroin were seized from a bus from Punjab, leading to a follow-up recovery of 197 grams in Ludhiana and the arrest of Aqib Bashir. This comes after a 5.160 kg heroin seizure on August 22, 2026, in Jammu, believed to have originated from Pakistan via Uri, resulting in three arrests in Leh.

Kannan, a functionary of the Tamizhaga Vetri Kazhagam (TVK) and a history-sheeter, was hacked to death in Chennai’s Besant Nagar on Saturday night, September 5, 2026, leading to the arrest of five individuals by the police. Preliminary investigations suggest previous enmity as the likely motive behind the attack, which was captured on CCTV footage, triggering criticism from the Opposition regarding the state's law and order situation.

The formidable Indian men's doubles badminton pair, Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty, clinched their maiden China Masters title today, marking a new milestone in their careers and further solidifying India's presence in international badminton.

Former India bowling coach Shri Bharat Arun expressed strong disapproval regarding the current selection committee's treatment of pacer Shri Mohammed Shami, who has been sidelined from the national team since March last year. Despite this, Shami is set to achieve a significant career milestone by playing his 100th first-class match in the Duleep Trophy final for the East Zone, which commenced on Sunday, September 6, 2026.