https://memews.com/news/trump-hosting-xi-jinping-who-s-coming-to-washington-cmu4wfqkqa111nh0qc 2026-09-17T02:06:35.000Z 0.6 Livemint en 2026-09-17T02:06:35.000Z Trump hosting Xi Jinping: Who's coming to Washington? https://www.livemint.com/lm-img/img/2026/09/17/1600x900/logo/trump_si_1789610487243_sN6v_1789610493899_z36l_c2d18565-7ee0-4cbb-816c-7fcf6413dd18_jRMy.jpg Trump hosting Xi Jinping: Who's coming to Washington? President Trump will host a state dinner for Chinese President Xi Jinping next week in Washington. Key attendees are expected to include Apple's Tim Cook and OpenAI's Sam Altman. The visit is scheduled for September 24, amid ongoing geopolitical tensions between the US and China. Discussions are focused on slashing tariffs and potentially extending a trade truce between the two nations. Both sides are navigating the high stakes of the global AI race and trade relations. https://memews.com/news/maratha-activist-calls-off-fast-gives-govt-3-months-cmu4wfsrra2rfvenw 2026-09-17T02:03:00.000Z 0.6 Times of India en 2026-09-17T02:03:00.000Z Maratha activist calls off fast, gives govt 3 months https://static.toiimg.com/thumb/msid-134299325,width-1280,height-720,resizemode-6,overlay-toi_sw,pt-32,y_pad-600/photo.jpg Maratha activist calls off fast, gives govt 3 months Maratha reservation activist Manoj Jarange Patil called off his 20-day hunger strike on Thursday. This decision was made after addressing a large gathering at Patoda in Beed district. The fast was underway since at least September 12, and he demands the Maharashtra government consider his demands within three months. Jarange claims 58 lakh archival records could help 2.5 crore Maratha members get reservation benefits. He urged supporters not to follow his vehicle as he decided to change his protest strategy. 😟 https://memews.com/news/two-terrorists-killed-in-udhampur-gunfight-cmu4whthwae1pti46e 2026-09-17T02:02:54.000Z 0.6 India Today en 2026-09-17T02:02:54.000Z Two terrorists killed in Udhampur gunfight https://akm-img-a-in.tosshub.com/indiatoday/images/story/202609/gunfight-between-terrorists--security-forces-in-jammu-and-kashmirs-doda-165758248-16x9.jpeg?VersionId=QJloWuhfLe9R9PsnGsnWV1DUD_NPQYrs Two terrorists killed in Udhampur gunfight Two terrorists were killed during a late-night gunfight with security forces in Udhampur district of Jammu and Kashmir. The intense gunbattle started after security forces got intelligence about suspicious local movements. This incident took place on Wednesday, and the terrorists' identities were not immediately released. The operation followed a major cordon and search in the Sohan area. Further details regarding the incident are still awaited. 🔫 https://memews.com/news/mla-s-car-gets-stuck-in-mud-in-his-own-area-cmu4whvibafj4pz0v 2026-09-17T02:02:04.000Z 0.6 India Today en 2026-09-17T02:02:04.000Z MLA's car gets stuck in mud in his own area https://akm-img-a-in.tosshub.com/indiatoday/images/story/202609/a-car-carrying-ratnakar-mishra--bjp-mla-from-mirzapur-nagar--got-stuck-in-mud-under-a-railway-underp-175249952-16x9_0.png?VersionId=YWLd6qWDo7NUiUGeX0xbH4U4ByfLFLfj MLA's car gets stuck in mud in his own area An Uttar Pradesh BJP MLA's car got stuck in the mud while driving through a damaged road at a railway underpass in Mirzapur. The MLA, Ratnakar Mishra, was travelling there during a local visit when the vehicle became stuck. Local residents then brought a tractor and successfully towed the car out of the muddy stretch. Villagers noted that the underpass often gets waterlogged after rain, creating travel issues. The incident has brought attention to the poor condition of the local road infrastructure. 🚜 https://memews.com/news/hanuman-ansh-crosses-300-cr-mark-worldwide-cmu4wfv5fa32ngdph 2026-09-17T01:52:00.000Z 0.6 Times of India en 2026-09-17T01:52:00.000Z Hanuman Ansh crosses ₹300 Cr mark worldwide https://static.toiimg.com/thumb/msid-134298323,width-1280,height-720,resizemode-6,overlay-toi_sw,pt-32,y_pad-600/photo.jpg Hanuman Ansh crosses ₹300 Cr mark worldwide Vishal Chaturvedi's spiritual drama 'Hanuman Ansh' has officially crossed the ₹300 crore worldwide box office milestone. The film, starring Shobhinaw Satyaa, is performing well across international markets. On day 41, the movie collected a net of ₹6 crore in India across 9,203 shows, despite a 27.3% drop. Its total India net collection now stands at ₹237.13 crore, while worldwide gross hits ₹300.25 crore. The movie continues its run, showing a strong global presence despite daily fluctuations. 🎬 https://memews.com/news/saudi-aramco-fixing-oil-pipeline-after-houthi-strikes-cmu4vcqlt9f1ti1952 2026-09-17T01:44:37.000Z 0.6 Livemint en 2026-09-17T01:44:37.000Z Saudi Aramco fixing oil pipeline after Houthi strikes https://www.livemint.com/lm-img/img/2026/09/17/1600x900/logo/saudi_1789608976887_iQdv_1789608993848_qbHC_f2771a0d-0b2a-4dac-b1b7-ae133e7ca94b_6fed.jpg Saudi Aramco fixing oil pipeline after Houthi strikes Saudi Aramco is planning to resume about half of its oil pipeline capacity within days following recent Houthi drone attacks. The crucial East-West Pipeline, running across the Arabian Peninsula, was damaged by strikes on September 11, 2026, in Saudi Arabia. Initially, oil shipments to Europe were cut, leading to cancelled cargoes and price hikes above $120 a barrel. The Kingdom might explore 'dark shipments' via the Strait of Hormuz to keep exports flowing. Saudi Arabia has already sold about 20 million barrels to Asian refiners this week. ⛽ https://memews.com/news/madurai-s-meenakshi-temple-consecration-is-live-cmu4wfyaha41v7s435 2026-09-17T01:42:41.000Z 0.6 The Hindu en 2026-09-17T01:42:41.000Z Madurai's Meenakshi Temple consecration is live https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/gzpob2/article71475133.ece/alternates/LANDSCAPE_1200/WhatsApp%20Image%202026-09-17%20at%206.24.13%20AM%201.jpeg Madurai's Meenakshi Temple consecration is live The grand Kumbabishekam ceremony is happening at the Meenakshi Sundareswarar Temple in Madurai. Devotees, holding permit passes, have gathered in massive numbers at the temple premises. The rituals are scheduled to take place between 7.40 a.m. and 8.10 a.m. on September 17, 2026, with 50,000 meals being prepared. Authorities have set up a color-coded filtering system to manage the huge crowds. https://memews.com/news/pm-modi-turns-76-leaders-praise-his-vision-cmu4vf9vk9i7caaj2 2026-09-17T01:40:43.000Z 0.6 India Today en 2026-09-17T01:40:43.000Z PM Modi turns 76; leaders praise his vision https://akm-img-a-in.tosshub.com/indiatoday/images/breaking_news/202609/narendra-modi-173426925-16x9_0.jpeg?VersionId=DPGX_I97YyQTgvsalFiH7QJQKMfhJ3Y3 PM Modi turns 76; leaders praise his vision Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated his 76th birthday with warm greetings from several leaders. Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla and Union Minister Hardeep Puri extended wishes on Sep 17, 2026, highlighting his 25 years in public life. They praised his work on schemes like Swachh Bharat and Ayushman Bharat, boosting India's global standing. Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang also wished him for continued progress towards Viksit Bharat. Leaders reaffirmed support for his leadership driving India's development. https://memews.com/news/army-ex-loses-rs-28-lakh-to-pension-scam-cmu4vfblu9j9goey8 2026-09-17T01:32:31.000Z 0.6 India Today en 2026-09-17T01:32:31.000Z Army Ex Loses Rs 28 Lakh to Pension Scam https://akm-img-a-in.tosshub.com/indiatoday/images/story/202609/otp-fraud--kyc-fraud-305500764-original-sixteen-to-nine.jpeg?VersionId=37UDgVpZL2cpdsKAk4b4mPgIchtemmlD Army Ex Loses Rs 28 Lakh to Pension Scam A retired Army personnel from Pune, Maharashtra, lost Rs 28.7 lakh to cyber fraudsters. The incident started after he received a WhatsApp message on September 11 containing a fake APK link. In just three hours, the scammer executed nine fraudulent transactions from his accounts. Police suspect this was a remote-access fraud using a malicious application. An FIR has been registered, and the investigation is currently ongoing. https://memews.com/news/modi-s-76th-birthday-a-long-road-to-power-cmu4vfe1r9k1camld8 2026-09-17T01:30:00.000Z 0.6 India Today en 2026-09-17T01:30:00.000Z Modi's 76th birthday: a long road to power https://akm-img-a-in.tosshub.com/indiatoday/images/story/202609/pm-modi-birthday-160858593-16x9_0.jpg?VersionId=KDF48PObKzCbiMM3Qcd0.rGUALmdN2hq Modi's 76th birthday: a long road to power Prime Minister Narendra Modi is celebrating his 76th birthday today, amidst global challenges like war and inflation. The government faced setbacks, including Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation in July over NEET-UG 2026 paper leaks in Gujarat. His early career involved underground resistance during the 1975 Emergency and later political exile from Gujarat. Despite these hurdles, Modi eventually led the BJP to a full majority in 2014. His journey shows a pattern of overcoming significant political obstacles since the 1990s. 😟 https://memews.com/news/flu-and-leptospirosis-are-major-health-threats-in-kerala-cmu4vbtoa97slhu0d 2026-09-17T01:30:00.000Z 0.6 The Hindu en 2026-09-17T01:30:00.000Z Flu and Leptospirosis are major health threats in Kerala 😷 https://memews.com/news/kerala-university-partners-with-csir-for-big-research-push-cmu4vbvlk98fwu21x 2026-09-17T01:30:00.000Z 0.6 The Hindu en 2026-09-17T01:30:00.000Z Kerala University partners with CSIR for big research push https://memews.com/news/trump-on-iran-war-talks-loom-amidst-middle-east-tensions-cmu4vcsz39g3fpld2 2026-09-17T01:22:37.000Z 0.6 Livemint en 2026-09-17T01:22:37.000Z Trump on Iran War: Talks Loom Amidst Middle East Tensions 🕊️ https://www.livemint.com/lm-img/img/2026/09/17/1600x900/logo/Trump_1789607969448_UqdQ_1789607969637_UPVR_96cc9489-b0b1-439f-a02e-2d99ac1fa021_kx5I.jpg Trump on Iran War: Talks Loom Amidst Middle East Tensions 🕊️ US President Donald Trump indicated that the conflict with Iran is hopefully nearing its end, mentioning Tehran's desire for a deal. He is scheduled to meet Persian Gulf leaders next Tuesday at the UN General Assembly in New York to discuss post-war strategy. Meanwhile, US officials held talks with Houthi representatives in Oman, who reaffirmed their 2025 ceasefire commitment. Iran also stressed the value of its strategic partnership with China following successful consultations there. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres continues to urge de-escalation amidst rising fighting in Yemen. https://memews.com/news/karnataka-tehsildar-caught-taking-50-lakh-bribe-cmu4ucp6t8zvzuca2 2026-09-17T01:17:19.000Z 0.6 India Today en 2026-09-17T01:17:19.000Z Karnataka tehsildar caught taking 50 lakh bribe https://akm-img-a-in.tosshub.com/indiatoday/images/story/202609/bribe-114409585-16x9.jpg?VersionId=w7sqFTgkLTfSXHKLvjVI.f57Z0.EH85F Karnataka tehsildar caught taking 50 lakh bribe A tehsildar in Dharwad, Karnataka, was caught by the Lokayukta while accepting a bribe of Rs 50 lakh from a developer. The accused official, Sachidananda Kuchanur, allegedly demanded Rs 50 lakh cash and 1 acre of land for land record rectification and 'podi' at Yarikoppa. This action stemmed from a developer's complaint regarding land record issues after a Joint Director's order. The Lokayukta registered the case and laid the trap on Wednesday afternoon after receiving the complaint. Further action, including inspecting Kuchanur's premises, will be decided subsequently. 💰 https://memews.com/news/bjp-marks-pm-modi-s-76th-birthday-with-nationwide-events-cmu4vcvfa9h10v6gwa 2026-09-17T01:15:44.000Z 0.6 Livemint en 2026-09-17T01:15:44.000Z BJP marks PM Modi's 76th birthday with nationwide events https://www.livemint.com/lm-img/img/2026/09/17/1600x900/logo/PTI09-14-2026-000109B-0_1789607627695_DQoQ_1789607642784_7gu0_2c0e2a2e-8d44-4b92-9dd5-3f1408ae54e8_h0vJ.jpg BJP marks PM Modi's 76th birthday with nationwide events The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is observing 'Seva Diwas' across the country to mark Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 76th birthday. Union Home Minister Amit Shah will start a bike rally from Vadnagar in Gujarat to Varanasi in Uttar Pradesh. This celebration coincides with the launch of the 'Seva Sankalp Abhiyan' on Thursday, which also includes a nationwide cleanliness drive. Blood donation camps will be held in Delhi, and over 700 locations will light the 'ashirvaad ka diya' in the evening. These events honor PM Modi's 25 years of public service and dedication to India. 🇮🇳 https://memews.com/news/delhi-s-unexpected-monsoon-vs-dry-neighbors-cmu4u98t88r1qec1r3 2026-09-17T01:08:00.000Z 0.6 Times of India en 2026-09-17T01:08:00.000Z Delhi's unexpected monsoon vs. dry neighbors https://static.toiimg.com/thumb/msid-134297072,width-1280,height-720,resizemode-6,overlay-toi_sw,pt-32,y_pad-600/photo.jpg Delhi's unexpected monsoon vs. dry neighbors Delhi received an 8% surplus in rainfall for a meteorological subdivision in Haryana during this monsoon season. Meanwhile, neighboring regions like Haryana and Punjab suffered significant deficits, with Sonipat at -32% and Kapurthala at -69%. This unusual pattern is thought to be due to a strengthening El Nino and climate change influencing rainfall distribution. Low-pressure systems shifted northwards, impacting Delhi-NCR more than drier areas like Rajasthan and Punjab. Furthermore, increased interaction between monsoon systems and Westerly Disturbances boosted Delhi's rainfall significantly. 🌧️ https://memews.com/news/asthma-drug-delay-spikes-healthcare-costs-cmu4w4z8u9l11z6td7 2026-09-17T01:07:30.000Z 0.6 Google News · Health en 2026-09-17T01:07:30.000Z Asthma drug delay spikes healthcare costs https://memews.com/news/india-s-deep-dive-into-niche-asian-games-sports-cmu4vbxri9932nwnw 2026-09-17T01:07:00.000Z 0.6 Times of India en 2026-09-17T01:07:00.000Z India's deep dive into niche Asian Games sports 🥋 https://static.toiimg.com/thumb/msid-134297058,width-1280,height-720,resizemode-6,overlay-toi_sw,pt-32,y_pad-600/photo.jpg India's deep dive into niche Asian Games sports 🥋 Five less common sports, including Teqball and Kurash, will feature in the Asian Games 2026. India will participate in these events in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, from September 19 to October 4. Teqball is debuting as a medal sport, and India has squads for several disciplines. These sports showcase diverse skills, from football meets table tennis to upright wrestling. This participation gives Indian athletes a chance in unfamiliar global arenas. https://memews.com/news/mumbai-police-question-jarange-s-protest-claims-cmu4u9b0s8s1buqnhg 2026-09-17T01:03:38.000Z 0.6 The Hindu en 2026-09-17T01:03:38.000Z Mumbai Police question Jarange's protest claims https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/evgjil/article71475125.ece/alternates/LANDSCAPE_1200/PTI09_14_2026_000255B.jpg Mumbai Police question Jarange's protest claims Mumbai Police have issued a notice to Maratha quota activist Manoj Jarange regarding his proposed protest. The notice was issued on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, after the police denied him permission for a demonstration at Azad Maidan. Officials noted contradictions as he initially said he would protest with only 50 people but was seen with a large crowd. The police requested detailed information, including the number of volunteers, in their September 15 notice. Jarange stated he would resume his journey to Mumbai on Thursday, September 17, for the agitation. https://memews.com/news/madurai-temple-gears-up-for-historic-consecration-cmu4u9e6e8tf1501y 2026-09-17T01:00:45.000Z 0.6 The Hindu en 2026-09-17T01:00:45.000Z Madurai temple gears up for historic consecration https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/sehzfa/article71475124.ece/alternates/LANDSCAPE_1200/WhatsApp%20Image%202026-09-17%20at%206.24.13%20AM.jpeg Madurai temple gears up for historic consecration Devotees are gathering in large numbers for the historic consecration of the Meenakshi Sundareswarar Temple. This event is taking place in Madurai, Tamil Nadu, ahead of the ceremony on September 17, 2026. The preparations have been meticulously executed under Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay's direct orders. Authorities have set up filtering systems based on pass colours to manage the massive crowd influx. General attendees without passes will be allowed entry after the official ceremony concludes at 10 a.m. 🙏 https://memews.com/news/govt-questions-rahul-s-upi-fee-criticism-cmu4u9gc68u1hqxszu 2026-09-17T00:54:47.000Z 0.6 The Hindu en 2026-09-17T00:54:47.000Z Govt questions Rahul's UPI fee criticism https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/hrniee/article71475122.ece/alternates/LANDSCAPE_1200/PTI08_29_2026_000197A.jpg Govt questions Rahul's UPI fee criticism The government questioned Rahul Gandhi's criticism regarding the UPI charge levied on merchants exceeding ₹2,000. This happened on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, in the Lok Sabha, where a parliamentary standing committee had already supported the move. The committee's report, adopted on August 12, included support from five Congress MPs like P Chidambaram. The functionary questioned why Gandhi opposed a policy backed by his own MPs. Moving forward, the government is pushing for the timely notification and operationalization of this tiered MDR framework. 📱 https://memews.com/news/tamil-nadu-bans-ganesh-immersion-in-water-by-2027-cmu4wi991ag10k2i8w 2026-09-17T00:48:13.000Z 0.6 NDTV en 2026-09-17T00:48:13.000Z Tamil Nadu bans Ganesh immersion in water by 2027 https://c.ndtvimg.com/2026-09/gobvo8sg_-ganesh-idol-immersion_625x300_17_September_26.jpeg Tamil Nadu bans Ganesh immersion in water by 2027 The Tamil Nadu government has promised the National Green Tribunal that Ganesh idol immersion will cease in Chennai's Foreshore Estate and Neelankarai beaches starting next year. Furthermore, the state aims to stop all idol immersion in natural water bodies by 2027, adhering to court directives. The assurance followed a petition citing environmental damage from plaster and chemicals polluting water quality. While shifting idols from two Chennai beaches is planned, logistical challenges regarding law and order were raised. The tribunal has directed the government to file an affidavit detailing these measures. 🌊 https://memews.com/news/giant-moon-crater-found-after-2024-impact-cmu4vc0v99a1qt7jvt 2026-09-17T00:46:35.000Z 0.6 Google News · Science en 2026-09-17T00:46:35.000Z Giant moon crater found after 2024 impact https://bl-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/lhhzuv/article71475117.ece/alternates/LANDSCAPE_1200/moon%20carter%20nasa.png Giant moon crater found after 2024 impact Scientists discovered a massive, steep-sided crater on the moon, bigger than the Roman Colosseum, following a powerful impact two years ago. This crater, measuring about 728 feet across and 141 feet deep, was spotted by NASA’s LRO in May 2024. Such a large event is estimated to happen only once every 132 years, offering crucial data for NASA's future moon base. Researchers are now assessing the risk of ejected material impacting the planned structures. This discovery suggests the moon's surface changes much faster than previously understood. https://memews.com/news/india-inc-ready-for-tariff-hits-but-not-forever-cmu4t68i27r5l1kt9 2026-09-17T00:40:33.000Z 0.6 Livemint en 2026-09-17T00:40:33.000Z India Inc ready for tariff hits, but not forever https://www.livemint.com/lm-img/img/2026/09/16/1600x900/logo/R_Mukundan_1789568123690_JnBJ_1789568124222_OTZs_b414d94b-6d39-40e3-b073-a1464cd9006c_dpGX.jpg India Inc ready for tariff hits, but not forever CII president Ramakrishnan Mukundan stated that US tariffs on Indian goods cannot be a permanent trade feature. This comes as the US considers secondary tariffs up to 100% on countries buying Russian oil, impacting India. Indian goods bought $103.8 billion in 2025, with tariffs fluctuating sharply since April 2025. Mukundan stressed the need for sustained government engagement to restore stability in this massive export market. Moving forward, industry needs to build resilience by diversifying supply chains and forging global tech partnerships. 🤝 https://memews.com/news/skku-masters-complex-molecule-building-with-new-catalysts-cmu4v7kjn9012c1kk2 2026-09-17T00:37:22.000Z 0.6 Google News · Health en 2026-09-17T00:37:22.000Z SKKU masters complex molecule building with new catalysts https://www.asiaresearchnews.com/sites/default/files/articles_images/1_3.png SKKU masters complex molecule building with new catalysts Researchers at Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU) developed two novel asymmetric catalytic methods for complex molecule synthesis. The team utilized chiral organic catalysts to enable two different carbon-carbon bond-forming reactions with high selectivity. These studies, published in Angewandte Chemie International Edition in 2026, successfully built complex ring structures from simple starting materials. This precise control over molecular structure is vital for creating pharmaceuticals and natural products. The methods promise wider applications for efficient synthesis of valuable compounds. 🔬 https://memews.com/news/upi-s-zero-mdr-model-was-unsustainable-says-ex-dfs-secretary-cmu4t6aqi7s5jsxk3 2026-09-17T00:30:32.000Z 0.6 Livemint en 2026-09-17T00:30:32.000Z UPI's zero-MDR model was unsustainable, says ex-DFS secretary https://www.livemint.com/lm-img/img/2026/09/16/1600x900/logo/VKS_9086_1774626379315_1774626391151_1789567819448_n0HZ_d4a11ec3-3b48-4e6b-bd99-2bde85ca58e4_wyAQ.JPG UPI's zero-MDR model was unsustainable, says ex-DFS secretary The zero-MDR model for UPI was reassessed due to rising transaction volumes and a gap between ecosystem costs and government support. Banks incurred costs for merchant onboarding without return under the old system. From October 15, a 0.4% MDR will apply to person-to-merchant transactions above ₹2,000, capped at ₹300. This change addresses sustainability concerns formally raised to the government. The new framework ensures funding for infrastructure while keeping small merchant payments free. 📈 https://memews.com/news/horoscopes-for-sept-17-2026-what-the-stars-say-cmu4wd4759w11oofy1 2026-09-17T00:30:00.000Z 0.6 Google News · Entertainment en 2026-09-17T00:30:00.000Z Horoscopes for Sept 17, 2026: What the stars say ✨ https://memews.com/news/rashid-khan-praises-young-vaibhav-sooryavanshi-s-skill-cmu4u9il98v161x0op 2026-09-17T00:30:00.000Z 0.6 Times of India en 2026-09-17T00:30:00.000Z Rashid Khan praises young Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's skill https://static.toiimg.com/thumb/msid-134297037,width-1280,height-720,resizemode-6,overlay-toi_sw,pt-32,y_pad-600/photo.jpg Rashid Khan praises young Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's skill Rashid Khan highlighted the evolving power of Afghanistan cricket ahead of the final ODI series. He specifically praised young Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, noting his god-gifted talent and fearless approach to batting. Khan mentioned that while Afghanistan needs work on powerplay batting, they showed promise by beating England in the 2023 World Cup. He believes Sooryavanshi's shot selection and power are rare qualities in a young player. The team's next step is to maintain momentum and manage their success going forward. 🏏 https://memews.com/news/meenakshi-temple-kumbhabhishekam-kicks-off-in-madurai-cmu4t5dpk7j8p8791 2026-09-17T00:29:33.000Z 0.6 The Hindu en 2026-09-17T00:29:33.000Z Meenakshi Temple Kumbhabhishekam kicks off in Madurai https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/qpzqy8/article71475111.ece/alternates/LANDSCAPE_1200/WhatsApp%20Image%202026-09-17%20at%2005.13.38.jpeg Meenakshi Temple Kumbhabhishekam kicks off in Madurai The Kumbhabhishekam ceremony at the Sri Meenakshi Sundareswarar Temple began on Thursday, September 17, 2026, with grand illuminations. Senior priests from various temples are currently carrying holy water to the flower-decorated gopurams. The consecration is scheduled to take place between 7:40 a.m. and 8:10 a.m. Various VIPs, including Tamil Nadu Ministers and judges, have gathered early at the site. Thousands of people have lined up outside to witness this major event. 🕉️ https://memews.com/news/hospitals-marking-up-medical-supplies-by-thousands-cmu4t5g3o7k1l260ps 2026-09-17T00:20:00.000Z 0.6 Times of India en 2026-09-17T00:20:00.000Z Hospitals marking up medical supplies by thousands% https://static.toiimg.com/thumb/msid-134296971,width-1280,height-720,resizemode-6,overlay-toi_sw,pt-32,y_pad-600/photo.jpg Hospitals marking up medical supplies by thousands% Hospitals are allegedly charging patients significantly inflated prices for common medical consumables. This issue was flagged by Tukaram Mundhe of the Maharashtra FDA on Tuesday, highlighting the lack of regulation on most medical devices. Reports indicate mark-ups on certain consumables can reach as high as 2,841%. This happens because most medical devices are not capped under the Drugs (Prices Control) Order, 2013. The government is urged to create guidelines to control the gap between procurement costs and the final MRP. 🏥 https://memews.com/news/sc-slams-govt-for-denying-benefits-to-disabled-soldiers-cmu4t5i6e7lotqatm 2026-09-17T00:12:00.000Z 0.6 Times of India en 2026-09-17T00:12:00.000Z SC slams govt for denying benefits to disabled soldiers https://static.toiimg.com/thumb/msid-134296960,width-1280,height-720,resizemode-6,overlay-toi_sw,pt-32,y_pad-600/photo.jpg SC slams govt for denying benefits to disabled soldiers The Supreme Court pulled up the Central Government and the defence ministry for contesting appeals from disabled soldiers. This happened after the court cited the 2015 Raksha Mantri Report, which noted many soldiers were denied benefits on technical grounds. Over 270 appeals filed by the government were junked by the court in this ruling. The court stressed that despite recommendations to withdraw such litigation, appeals continued for a long time. The bench ultimately upheld the Entitlement Rules 2008 while criticizing the delay in appeals. 🏛️ https://memews.com/news/jharkhand-congress-demands-separate-obc-census-column-cmu4t5kaf7mo0wsly 2026-09-17T00:12:00.000Z 0.6 The Hindu en 2026-09-17T00:12:00.000Z Jharkhand Congress demands separate OBC census column https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/w8qfz9/article71474659.ece/alternates/LANDSCAPE_1200/PTI09_16_2026_000115A.jpg Jharkhand Congress demands separate OBC census column Jharkhand Congress held a protest march to the Lok Bhavan demanding a separate column for OBCs in the Census 2027. The march was led by Keshav Mahto Kamlesh from Ranchi, alongside several state cabinet ministers and MLAs. During this rally on September 16, 2026, a 10-member delegation met Governor Santosh Kumar Gangwar. Leaders argued that accurate OBC population data is crucial for fair socio-economic and political representation. They urged the Governor to convey this demand to the Central Government immediately. 🧐 https://memews.com/news/matthew-wade-hangs-up-bbl-bat-for-coaching-role-cmu4s7j3w5ayqx9k0 2026-09-17T00:08:00.000Z 0.6 ESPNcricinfo en 2026-09-17T00:08:00.000Z Matthew Wade hangs up BBL bat for coaching role https://img1.hscicdn.com/image/upload/f_auto/lsci/db/PICTURES/CMS/373000/373005.6.jpg Matthew Wade hangs up BBL bat for coaching role Matthew Wade has officially retired from the BBL to concentrate on his coaching career. He played 119 BBL games, with 90 of those being for the Hobart Hurricanes. Wade's career includes his maiden BBL title in 2024-25, and he is ninth all-time in BBL runs. He previously consulted with Australia's men's team while still playing. This decision comes as he was already focused on his coaching journey. 🏏 https://memews.com/news/mri-for-pelvic-issues-in-younger-people-cmu4w50wu9m1o9gw7d 2026-09-17T00:03:59.000Z 0.6 Google News · Health en 2026-09-17T00:03:59.000Z MRI for Pelvic Issues in Younger People https://memews.com/news/assembly-speaker-demands-evidence-for-any-searches-cmu4s2d9c54rh5pj1 2026-09-17T00:00:00.000Z 0.6 The Hindu en 2026-09-17T00:00:00.000Z Assembly Speaker demands evidence for any searches https://th-i.thgim.com/public/news/national/tamil-nadu/eb0p4y/article71472902.ece/alternates/LANDSCAPE_1200/speaker-1.jpeg Assembly Speaker demands evidence for any searches TN Legislative Assembly Speaker J.C.D. Prabhakar stated that no searches can happen without concrete evidence. He made this assertion in Vaniyambadi town, Tirupattur district, while paying tributes to S.S. Ramasami Padayatchiyar. This followed recent searches by Chennai City Police at places linked to former DMK School Education Minister Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi on September 17, 2026. Prabhakar stressed that government action must be based on fundamental evidence, not just suspicion. He also addressed bypoll participation and DMK's claims regarding the Budget Session. https://memews.com/news/3-500-police-deployed-for-ganesh-idol-immersion-in-vellore-cmu4s2fk2551ywvv8b 2026-09-17T00:00:00.000Z 0.6 The Hindu en 2026-09-17T00:00:00.000Z 3,500 police deployed for Ganesh idol immersion in Vellore https://th-i.thgim.com/public/news/national/tamil-nadu/28hacj/article71472740.ece/alternates/LANDSCAPE_1200/idol-4.jpeg 3,500 police deployed for Ganesh idol immersion in Vellore Over 3,500 police personnel have been deployed across Vellore and nearby districts for Vinayaka Chaturthi idol immersion. The deployment covers Vellore, Tiruvannamalai, Tirupattur, and Ranipet districts for security arrangements. On Wednesday, over 400 idols were immersed in Saduperi lake with around 500 police personnel present. Surveillance is being managed using CCTV cameras, body-worn cameras, and drones to prevent any incidents. Idols will be immersed in designated water bodies over the coming weekend after necessary permissions are secured.