https://memews.com/news/in-laws-allegedly-plot-abduction-in-bengaluru-cmu6b5g826obsiwlg 2026-09-18T01:40:00.000Z 0.6 Times of India en 2026-09-18T01:40:00.000Z In-laws allegedly plot abduction in Bengaluru https://static.toiimg.com/thumb/msid-134323784,width-1280,height-720,resizemode-6,overlay-toi_sw,pt-32,y_pad-600/photo.jpg In-laws allegedly plot abduction in Bengaluru An attempted abduction of a 21-year-old woman on Magadi Road in Bengaluru took a surprising turn according to police. Three men from Pali, Rajasthan, were allegedly hired by the woman's father-in-law to bring her back to Rajasthan. The incident occurred on Wednesday evening, and the men were tracked down after public intervention. The woman claimed her mother-in-law threatened her if she refused to return to Rajasthan with the men. Police are now looking into arresting Ramesh's parents for their alleged planning role. https://memews.com/news/karnataka-homestays-face-safety-and-regulation-issues-cmu6b5kzg6qknpgud 2026-09-18T01:35:00.000Z 0.6 The Hindu en 2026-09-18T01:35:00.000Z Karnataka homestays face safety and regulation issues https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/art6cn/article71477362.ece/alternates/LANDSCAPE_1200/_DSC3152.JPG Karnataka homestays face safety and regulation issues Homestays offer a cultural experience to tourists across Karnataka, with around 4,000 registered locations. These accommodations are mainly in Kodagu, Chikkamagaluru, Hassan, Shivamogga, and Hampi. Following a June 2026 court hearing, the High Court pushed for better safety policies for the hospitality sector. Despite rules, thousands of unregistered B&Bs are operating, causing concerns for tourists. Authorities are planning to provide tourists with a list of authorized homestays to improve safety. 🏨 https://memews.com/news/air-india-express-crew-suspended-for-missed-breath-test-cmu6apkzd68re64c0 2026-09-18T01:32:13.000Z 0.6 News18 en 2026-09-18T01:32:13.000Z Air India Express crew suspended for missed breath test https://images.news18.com/ibnlive/uploads/2026/06/air-india-express-flights-to-phuket-2026-06-3f75c5cc639beb07c8b742a462108ead-1200x675.png Air India Express crew suspended for missed breath test Eight Air India Express crew members, four pilots and four cabin crew, were suspended for three months. This happened after they missed the mandatory post-flight breath-analyser test deadline. The incident occurred after flight AX-192 landed at Amritsar on August 2, 2026. The crew returned 35 minutes late due to one member feeling unwell. Air India Express reported the lapse to DGCA and suspended them as per rules. https://memews.com/news/delhi-ncr-rent-crisis-high-costs-zero-care-cmu6as6gv6eu10rgp 2026-09-18T01:30:11.000Z 0.6 News18 en 2026-09-18T01:30:11.000Z Delhi-NCR rent crisis: high costs, zero care https://images.news18.com/ibnlive/uploads/2026/09/rentedflat1-2026-09-241f91373348a36ac7bbda6dc204f748-1200x675.jpg Delhi-NCR rent crisis: high costs, zero care Skyrocketing rents, huge deposits, and poor maintenance are making it tough for tenants in Delhi-NCR. A recent survey covered 20.05 lakh households, showing 32.38% live in rented accommodation. Tenants like Manik pay ₹20,000 for a 2BHK but bear repair costs for old wiring and plumbing. Prajanya also faced high brokerage and unhygienic conditions in Karol Bagh. The struggle is finding a safe and livable home worth the steep payments. 😥 https://memews.com/news/kochi-apartment-complex-rehab-dream-turns-nightmare-cmu6b5n8t6rbxaawr 2026-09-18T01:30:00.000Z 0.6 The Hindu en 2026-09-18T01:30:00.000Z Kochi apartment complex: Rehab dream turns nightmare https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/1omz39/article71477083.ece/alternates/LANDSCAPE_1200/PT_apartment_04.jpg Kochi apartment complex: Rehab dream turns nightmare Residents of the P&T Apartment Complex in West Kochi are facing severe issues despite relocation efforts. The complex, built by GCDA at an estimated cost of ₹15 crore, was meant to replace flood-prone homes. Since moving on January 31, 2024, families have dealt with constant leaks and now fear a water tank collapse. Furthermore, they suffer from a meagre drinking water supply, while other concerns include EHT line proximity and health issues. Residents are currently staging an indefinite protest demanding proper rehabilitation. 😟 https://memews.com/news/new-aluminum-powder-for-foamable-waam-wire-cmu6b5psl6s1ia7osq 2026-09-18T01:30:00.000Z 0.6 Google News · Tech en 2026-09-18T01:30:00.000Z New aluminum powder for foamable WAAM wire https://assets.alcircle.com/dynamic/prod/news/20260917173747504_70db41977_lg.webp New aluminum powder for foamable WAAM wire Researchers at Leibniz University Hannover in Germany created a custom AlMg2Si1.2 aluminum alloy powder for metallic foams. The study focused on making an alloy with a suitable melting range for foam production and wire workability. They successfully produced spherical powder particles, with the 63–90 µm fraction showing the best flow properties. Testing showed the powder created foams with porosities between 64.1 per cent and 67.7 per cent. The next goal is extruding this powder into foamable wire for the Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing (WAAM) process. https://memews.com/news/el-nino-threatens-driest-monsoon-in-17-years-cmu6b5vm46t1w6hc0e 2026-09-18T01:25:19.000Z 0.6 Livemint en 2026-09-18T01:25:19.000Z El Nino threatens driest monsoon in 17 years https://www.livemint.com/lm-img/img/2026/09/18/1600x900/logo/El_nino_1789694657973_RSop_1789694663066_Ro3S_93e2cbb1-4e4b-47dc-aabc-6cf89b1279db_mw4s.png El Nino threatens driest monsoon in 17 years India is facing the prospect of its driest monsoon in 17 years due to strengthening El Nino conditions. This is happening in India, where cumulative rainfall for the June-September season is 15% below the long-term average. The IMD predicted a 10% shortfall, and the deficit is expected to stay between 13% and 16%. This prolonged deficit threatens crop yields and food inflation, which was 5.95% in August. The government is stepping in by allowing duty-free sugar imports to manage rising food costs. 😟 https://memews.com/news/trump-weighs-major-iran-escalation-amid-hormuz-tension-cmu6b5xtg6u1tqg8l4 2026-09-18T01:23:18.000Z 0.6 Livemint en 2026-09-18T01:23:18.000Z Trump weighs major Iran escalation amid Hormuz tension 💥 https://www.livemint.com/lm-img/img/2026/09/18/1600x900/logo/Trump_1789694369267_vy1r_1789694369418_YBKv_11de95a6-9492-4864-9492-73007a11547c_K5x7.jpg Trump weighs major Iran escalation amid Hormuz tension 💥 US President Donald Trump stated he is approaching a major decision regarding renewed large-scale strikes against the Iranian regime. Trump mentioned that Iran desires a deal but is currently not ready, asserting US control over the Strait of Hormuz. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy reported striking a Togo-flagged tanker attempting illegal passage through Hormuz. This comes as Trump weighs annihilation or peace in the escalating conflict. Stay tuned for further updates on this tense geopolitical situation. https://memews.com/news/former-minister-ram-asrey-kushwaha-joins-samajwadi-party-cmu6a1kz35ltaaeyp 2026-09-18T01:16:31.000Z 0.6 The Hindu en 2026-09-18T01:16:31.000Z Former Minister Ram Asrey Kushwaha joins Samajwadi Party https://th-i.thgim.com/public/news/national/p95l1f/article71479187.ece/alternates/LANDSCAPE_1200/HSbViAiaUAAtLA_.jpg Former Minister Ram Asrey Kushwaha joins Samajwadi Party Former Minister Ram Asrey Kushwaha officially joined the Samajwadi Party on Thursday, September 17, 2026. He is a prominent leader from the Kushwaha social group and previously worked with the BSP and SP. This move aims to strengthen the party's outreach among PDA social groups, including Dalits and minorities. Akhilesh Yadav stated this joining boosts the PDA movement ahead of the 2027 Assembly elections. Sudhir Panwar suggested this shift reflects OBC leaders feeling disrespected in the BJP. https://memews.com/news/hateful-factory-rhetoric-turns-back-on-itself-cmu6alqzd5yvd2g93 2026-09-18T01:15:39.000Z 0.6 r/india+IndiaNews+unitedstatesofindia en 2026-09-18T01:15:39.000Z Hateful Factory Rhetoric Turns Back on Itself https://external-preview.redd.it/YWgydXN4ODNpNnFoMfB_b2tOUW9KP9L2jQZue-2x2DeBUyuNCvru5zAIN_7F.png?width=640&crop=smart&auto=webp&s=d1375d7d394af708eb743d479fd58269a04ec7a0 Hateful Factory Rhetoric Turns Back on Itself The rhetoric used by the hateful factory has finally started turning against its creators. This pattern of self-sabotage has been observed in various public discourse environments. Specific incidents involved accusations escalating on October 26, 2023, concerning public figures. The underlying context points to internal inconsistencies within the group's messaging strategy. Moving forward, observers anticipate a shift in the narrative's direction. https://memews.com/news/rajasthan-order-sparks-row-over-modi-birthday-events-cmu6a1n3b5m1b0eogr 2026-09-18T01:04:39.000Z 0.6 The Hindu en 2026-09-18T01:04:39.000Z Rajasthan order sparks row over Modi birthday events https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/2o1sgd/article71479186.ece/alternates/LANDSCAPE_1200/No-more-cut-monGA3GHU199.3.jpg.jpg Rajasthan order sparks row over Modi birthday events A government order directing college students to participate in PM Narendra Modi’s birthday celebrations has caused controversy. This directive came from the Commissionerate of College Education across Rajasthan on Thursday, September 17, 2026. The celebrations include 12 diverse activities, starting with 'Ashirwad Ka Diya' on September 17. Opposition Congress and civil rights groups criticized the move as excessive sycophancy. They argued the focus should be on independent thinking rather than political fanfare. https://memews.com/news/dusu-polls-today-big-student-groups-battle-it-out-cmu6a1p7p5n18lyled 2026-09-18T01:03:57.000Z 0.6 Livemint en 2026-09-18T01:03:57.000Z DUSU polls today: Big student groups battle it out https://www.livemint.com/lm-img/img/2026/09/18/1600x900/logo/DUSU_1788843647979_f1f24f8c-758c-42fc-8342-3c42143_1789691596808_efrI_1789691596934_lsK8_6624e8cc-5f05-44c1-bdbd-51eebfc348b5_BmG7.jpg DUSU polls today: Big student groups battle it out Voting for the Delhi University Students' Union elections is happening today, with ABVP, NSUI, and AISA-SFI competing in this major student contest. The polls are scheduled for Friday, with voting times set for day and evening classes, and vote counting is set for September 19. This election holds significance after the Satya Niketan tragedy and recent protests that led to a minister's resignation. Key issues include student safety and accommodation, as various groups present their manifestos to the students. https://memews.com/news/us-bill-threatens-tariffs-on-india-for-russian-oil-cmu6a1tti5og09t26 2026-09-18T01:00:32.000Z 0.6 Livemint en 2026-09-18T01:00:32.000Z US bill threatens tariffs on India for Russian oil https://www.livemint.com/lm-img/img/2026/09/17/1600x900/logo/crude_oil_1697775793536_1789661795084_CQ3r_34fc206a-3284-48b3-bf79-3c1494b45a83_QLPI.jpg US bill threatens tariffs on India for Russian oil The US House passed a bipartisan sanctions bill giving President Donald Trump power to impose up to 100% tariffs on nations like India for Russian energy imports. India stated it will take all necessary steps to protect its energy security and economic interests against this move. The bill was passed by the US Senate late Wednesday and is expected to become law soon. New Delhi has already informed Washington about the potential impact on bilateral ties and the global oil market. India plans to diversify its energy sources as Piyush Goyal travels to the US later this month. ⛽ https://memews.com/news/modi-quizzes-new-bjp-team-on-organizational-work-cmu6a1vvo5p1maflxt 2026-09-18T00:52:00.000Z 0.6 The Hindu en 2026-09-18T00:52:00.000Z Modi quizzes new BJP team on organizational work https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/t1sso3/article71475671.ece/alternates/LANDSCAPE_1200/PTI08_23_2026_000635B.jpg Modi quizzes new BJP team on organizational work PM Narendra Modi met with 64 newly appointed BJP national office-bearers on August 22 in New Delhi. He spent over four hours individually questioning them about their past organizational contributions. This focus on service highlights the BJP's attempt to reset amid political anxieties for the 2029 polls. Analysts suggest the party is now prioritizing capability over individual personality for future tasks. This shift partly addresses post-2024 Lok Sabha election tensions between the BJP and the RSS. https://memews.com/news/neet-ss-cut-off-lowered-for-vacant-medical-seats-cmu6a202p5qsun0u7 2026-09-18T00:47:00.000Z 0.6 Times of India en 2026-09-18T00:47:00.000Z NEET-SS cut-off lowered for vacant medical seats https://static.toiimg.com/thumb/msid-134323522,width-1280,height-720,resizemode-6,overlay-toi_sw,pt-32,y_pad-600/photo.jpg NEET-SS cut-off lowered for vacant medical seats The Centre has agreed to lower the qualifying percentile for NEET-SS admission for a special stray vacancy round. This decision was made after the Supreme Court asked the government to reconsider its stance. The percentile may drop from the current 50th to 30th for this upcoming round. This move aims to optimally utilize the available training capacity and prevent super specialty seats from remaining vacant. Students already admitted will not be eligible to participate in this new special round. 🩺 https://memews.com/news/us-f-35-sale-to-saudi-arabia-sparks-debate-cmu6b3r0q6f15zyyrz 2026-09-18T00:42:12.000Z 0.6 Google News · Top en 2026-09-18T00:42:12.000Z US F-35 sale to Saudi Arabia sparks debate https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/1024/branded_news/27ea/live/7d7d4cc0-b2e3-11f1-a845-59f886d45f54.jpg US F-35 sale to Saudi Arabia sparks debate The US administration approved the sale of nearly 50 F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia, sparking controversy among some members of Congress. This major deal is set for Riyadh, with the figures totaling $24bn, and Congress has 30 days to review it. Critics worry that advanced US military tech could fall into the hands of the Chinese Communist Party. The State Department insists the deal supports regional stability and US security objectives. This proposal comes amid Saudi Arabia's ongoing conflict with the Houthi rebels in Yemen. https://memews.com/news/samsung-tests-apple-s-foldable-hype-with-digs-cmu68xpwk5311xrivu 2026-09-18T00:33:56.000Z 0.6 Google News · Tech en 2026-09-18T00:33:56.000Z Samsung tests Apple's foldable hype with digs https://marketing-interactive-assets.b-cdn.net/article_images/gen-z-perspectives-samsung-turns-up-the-heat-on-apple-s-big-fold/1789530067_meta%20ai%20%282%29.jpg Samsung tests Apple's foldable hype with digs Samsung launched cheeky social videos featuring a local Tim Cook to promote the Galaxy Z Fold8. Samsung Mobile US also posted on X on September 10th, taking shots at Apple's latest moves following the iPhone launch. The iPhone 18 lineup generated 464,674 mentions and 21.5 million engagements globally between August 12th and September 11th. This buzz has sparked consumer debate over whether the foldable innovation justifies its high price tag. The industry is watching to see if the hype translates into actual sales for Apple's new foldable device. https://memews.com/news/abhishek-surges-past-sooryavanshi-in-six-hitting-race-cmu6b603t6v1p77l9e 2026-09-18T00:30:00.000Z 0.6 Times of India en 2026-09-18T00:30:00.000Z Abhishek surges past Sooryavanshi in six-hitting race https://static.toiimg.com/thumb/msid-134317459,width-1280,height-720,resizemode-6,overlay-toi_sw,pt-32,y_pad-600/photo.jpg Abhishek surges past Sooryavanshi in six-hitting race Abhishek Sharma has overtaken Vaibhav Sooryavanshi in the six-hitting race for 2026. The opener achieved this milestone in Delhi, where he scored 108 off 34 balls against Afghanistan. This performance included a blistering 30-ball century, setting a new record for an Indian batter in a T20I. Abhishek now leads Sooryavanshi with 96 sixes, while Sooryavanshi has 86 in the year. He will continue his dominant form in future matches. 🏏 https://memews.com/news/horoscope-vibes-for-september-18-2026-cmu6b3sq36gio4w8d 2026-09-18T00:30:00.000Z 0.6 Google News · Entertainment en 2026-09-18T00:30:00.000Z Horoscope vibes for September 18, 2026 ✨ https://memews.com/news/table-tennis-medals-sharma-bets-on-doubles-for-india-cmu6a22bl5r90ghaa 2026-09-18T00:30:00.000Z 0.6 Times of India en 2026-09-18T00:30:00.000Z Table tennis medals: Sharma bets on doubles for India 🏸 https://static.toiimg.com/thumb/msid-134318614,width-1280,height-720,resizemode-6,overlay-toi_sw,pt-32,y_pad-600/photo.jpg Table tennis medals: Sharma bets on doubles for India 🏸 Neha Aggarwal Sharma commented on India's table tennis medal prospects for the Asian Games 2026. The 10-member Indian contingent is heading to Japan for the Aichi-Nagoya competition starting on September 20. Currently, India ranks as world number three in men's doubles, showing a phenomenal mindset shift. However, Sharma notes that consistent wins against China, Japan, and Korea are still missing. She believes mixed, men's, and women's doubles are India's biggest medal chances. https://memews.com/news/tokyo-game-show-hits-30-years-but-gaming-evolves-cmu6alsor5zv0avq 2026-09-18T00:30:00.000Z 0.6 Google News · Tech en 2026-09-18T00:30:00.000Z Tokyo Game Show hits 30 years, but gaming evolves https://memews.com/news/tata-group-pushes-for-chandrasekaran-s-5-year-extension-cmu6a24gw5s1pae246 2026-09-18T00:28:00.000Z 0.6 Times of India en 2026-09-18T00:28:00.000Z Tata Group Pushes for Chandrasekaran's 5-Year Extension https://static.toiimg.com/thumb/msid-134323463,width-1280,height-720,resizemode-6,overlay-toi_sw,pt-32,y_pad-600/photo.jpg Tata Group Pushes for Chandrasekaran's 5-Year Extension Tata Sons' Nomination and Remuneration Committee (NRC) unanimously urged N Chandrasekaran to reconsider his decision not to seek reappointment. This move happened in Mumbai after the NRC met on September 3, considering his August 12 letter regarding his tenure. The committee recommended a fresh five-year term for him, which predated the RBI's September 11 directive. Tata Sons stated that retaining him serves the "larger interests" of the Tata group. If shareholders ratify this, Chandra will remain leading until 2032. https://memews.com/news/bombay-hc-asks-state-reply-on-tipu-portrait-removal-cmu68xs8854yx8uz9 2026-09-18T00:24:07.000Z 0.6 The Hindu en 2026-09-18T00:24:07.000Z Bombay HC asks state reply on Tipu portrait removal https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/cs424m/article71479178.ece/alternates/LANDSCAPE_1200/IMG_vbk-BOMBAY-HC_5_1_RQ8PJ5BE%201.jpg Bombay HC asks state reply on Tipu portrait removal The Bombay High Court asked the Maharashtra government to respond to a petition filed by Malegaon Deputy Mayor Shaan e Hind Nihal Ahmed. This petition challenges police communications regarding the removal of a Tipu Sultan portrait from her office. The bench, comprising Chief Justice Mahesh Chandra Tripathi and Justice Advait Sethna, heard the matter on Thursday, September 17, 2026. Ms. Ahmed argued that existing government circulars do not prohibit displaying other national leaders' portraits. The court has now granted the State time to officially file its reply to the case. 🏛️ https://memews.com/news/nasa-finds-biggest-new-solar-system-crater-on-moon-cmu66pz7i42czvg57 2026-09-18T00:22:00.000Z 0.6 Google News · Science en 2026-09-18T00:22:00.000Z NASA finds biggest new solar system crater on Moon https://img.inform.kz/kazinform-photobank/media/2026-09-17/fbeaf66c-4c40-4712-b917-f968c1d79927.jpeg NASA finds biggest new solar system crater on Moon NASA's LRO has spotted the largest newly formed crater ever in the solar system. This impact occurred on the Moon's eastern edge between April 11 and May 22, 2024. The crater, named McGetchin, is about 728 feet wide and 141 feet deep. Scientists estimate such massive impacts happen on the Moon about once a century or less. Future observations will track how this impact affects the Moon's surface properties. https://memews.com/news/pm-modi-celebrates-76th-birthday-with-national-events-cmu67tvep4iynkgan 2026-09-18T00:10:00.000Z 0.6 Times of India en 2026-09-18T00:10:00.000Z PM Modi celebrates 76th birthday with national events https://static.toiimg.com/thumb/msid-134323414,width-1280,height-720,resizemode-6,overlay-toi_sw,pt-32,y_pad-600/photo.jpg PM Modi celebrates 76th birthday with national events BJP marked PM Narendra Modi's 76th birthday with nationwide prayers and development programs. Celebrations were held across the country, with leaders like N Chandrababu Naidu and Eknath Shinde attending events. Modi also inaugurated the Semicon India conference and transferred Rs 3,000 to nearly 1.5 crore women via video. He expressed that the wishes provided renewed strength to serve and continue building a Viksit Bharat. Global leaders like Putin and Netanyahu also sent birthday greetings to the Prime Minister. 🇮🇳