https://memews.com/news/ap-weavers-trapped-in-debt-cycle-cmugb6p42ou18tl9cb 2026-09-25T01:47:37.000Z 0.6 The Hindu en 2026-09-25T01:47:37.000Z AP weavers trapped in debt cycle 😔 https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/im87hg/article71505763.ece/alternates/LANDSCAPE_1200/vjkvg-second%204.JPG AP weavers trapped in debt cycle 😔 A sexagenarian couple in Angara is working 13+ hours daily, making barely ₹250 to ₹300 per saree. The hardship stems from delayed payments by the Andhra Pradesh State Handloom Weavers’ Co-operative Society Ltd. NFHH reports the State government owes ₹265.09 crore to these societies since 2016. The weaving sector is struggling due to mounting dues and dwindling orders across the state. Weavers are now resorting to working for master weavers as cooperative support vanishes. https://memews.com/news/iran-offers-nuclear-transparency-to-inspectors-cmugb6r4dovborfic 2026-09-25T01:37:34.000Z 0.6 Livemint en 2026-09-25T01:37:34.000Z Iran offers nuclear transparency to inspectors https://www.livemint.com/lm-img/img/2026/09/25/1600x900/logo/trpes_1790063260043_oExI_1790063266984_EvPn_b0ba8b_1790299824859_ed4P_1790299824996_1Wu5_aab9613f-b54b-4b38-bf88-86459d940ffd_V9t2.jpg Iran offers nuclear transparency to inspectors Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian stated that his country is willing to subject its nuclear program to international inspectors. He made these comments during UNGA debates in New York, blaming the US for the Middle East conflict. Pezeshkian mentioned that an agreement was reached in June of this year, and the US attacked first. He wants to revive the June ceasefire understanding before the US midterm elections in November. Iran asserts it will continue resisting unless America chooses to end the conflict. 🤝 https://memews.com/news/law-student-found-dead-after-birthday-party-cmugb6t2bowvefjj5 2026-09-25T01:32:26.000Z 0.6 India Today en 2026-09-25T01:32:26.000Z Law student found dead after birthday party https://akm-img-a-in.tosshub.com/indiatoday/images/story/202609/law-student-death-in-up-253113225-16x9_0.jpg?VersionId=z1hrIwPnK9shq2irX3wheonZe.4rRJEu Law student found dead after birthday party An 18-year-old law student named Rohan was discovered deceased in a drain in Muzaffarnagar district, Uttar Pradesh. He was the son of village head Vivek Rathi and was found with visible injury marks and bruises on his body. The incident occurred after he attended a friend's birthday party on Wednesday evening but failed to return home. Police have formed three teams to investigate the case, examining CCTV footage and CDRs. Authorities are working to identify the individuals responsible for this suspicious death. 🧐 https://memews.com/news/kerala-s-forest-zones-spark-major-local-anxiety-cmugb6vdsox1px8olb 2026-09-25T01:31:00.000Z 0.6 The Hindu en 2026-09-25T01:31:00.000Z Kerala's forest zones spark major local anxiety https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/fvjao/article71503982.ece/alternates/LANDSCAPE_1200/80687_24_9_2026_15_43_0_1_IMG_20260923_184915.JPG Kerala's forest zones spark major local anxiety A proposed Ecologically Sensitive Area (ESA) notification is causing major worry among residents in Kerala's Western Ghats. The seventh draft, issued on July 27, aims to cover 9,993.7 sq km across 131 villages, including 9,107 sq km of forest. Generations of farmers fear this classification will force them off ancestral lands. Local groups, like the Idukki Diocese, are strongly protesting against displacement and restrictions on daily life. The dispute stems from earlier reports like Madhav Gadgil's, which proposed strict zonation. 🌳 https://memews.com/news/kochi-metro-officials-questioned-over-foreign-trips-cmugb753roz1snv5bn 2026-09-25T01:30:00.000Z 0.6 The Hindu en 2026-09-25T01:30:00.000Z Kochi Metro officials questioned over foreign trips https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/11hsjh/article71505733.ece/alternates/LANDSCAPE_1200/kochi_metro_07.JPG Kochi Metro officials questioned over foreign trips The Transport department is asking for details about foreign trips taken by Kochi Metro officials over the last five years. This inquiry specifically targets the former Managing Director, Loknath Behera, in Kochi. The department seeks records including board meeting minutes and travel policy documents. KMRL disputes these charges, stating the trips adhered to Central Vigilance Commission guidelines. The agency confirmed its reply to the department's letter on August 28, 2026. https://memews.com/news/cmrl-payoff-case-sparks-legal-and-political-fire-cmugb6xmsoy1x7f353 2026-09-25T01:30:00.000Z 0.6 The Hindu en 2026-09-25T01:30:00.000Z CMRL payoff case sparks legal and political fire 🔥 https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/cblkgz/article71504701.ece/alternates/LANDSCAPE_1200/Pinarayi%202%20Thulasi%20Kakkat.jpg CMRL payoff case sparks legal and political fire 🔥 Controversies surrounding the CMRL money laundering allegations have brought legal and political challenges to the State government and investigating agencies. Allegations surfaced that CMRL paid off several politicians, including CM V.D. Satheesan and others, in the Exalogic pay-off case. The ED had seized a diary from T. Veena containing details of alleged hawala transactions in the money laundering probe. The Kerala government is proceeding cautiously due to the political fallout of the ED's findings. The Delhi High Court is expected to consider the CMRL's petition on October 13th. https://memews.com/news/leader-questions-election-trends-and-vote-integrity-cmuga2toynu1c32zjh 2026-09-25T01:19:54.000Z 0.6 India Today en 2026-09-25T01:19:54.000Z Leader questions election trends and vote integrity https://akm-img-a-in.tosshub.com/indiatoday/images/video/202609/questionsraisedoveranti-incumbencyandelectoralmandates-s0-original-sixteen-to-nine.jpg?VersionId=xbUzKFnsQUWdN0dN0TZl1CU_8QAoTEwm Leader questions election trends and vote integrity An opposition leader questioned recurring electoral victories and the concept of anti-incumbency during a press briefing. The speaker highlighted the lack of anti-incumbency for the ruling dispensation in multiple state and national elections across places like Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh, and Haryana. The address stressed that voting is the core of the Constitution, state institutions, and parliamentary legislation. Furthermore, the speaker argued that undermining vote sanctity compromises the legitimacy of all statutory laws and public bodies. This suggests that electoral manipulation has disrupted established constitutional checks and balances. https://memews.com/news/hyderabad-cinema-vibes-changing-fast-cmuga2w1rnv1idxn03 2026-09-25T01:15:00.000Z 0.6 The Hindu en 2026-09-25T01:15:00.000Z Hyderabad cinema vibes changing fast https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/n50nua/article71505779.ece/alternates/LANDSCAPE_1200/DSC8033.jpg Hyderabad cinema vibes changing fast The historic Shanti 70MM theatre in Narayanguda is now closed after six silent years, marking a shift in Hyderabad's movie culture. This once-popular single screen, opened in 1969, ceased operations permanently following the COVID-19 shutdown in 2020. The industry is seeing a decline in single screens, replaced by multiplexes and the rise of OTT platforms. Despite these changes, the public's desire to go to the big screen remains strong, as seen recently. The evolution shows how viewing movies has changed from a local outing to a more structured, expensive experience. https://memews.com/news/iran-wants-us-truce-willing-to-drop-60-uranium-cmuga39fonx1oww31b 2026-09-25T01:13:38.000Z 0.6 Livemint en 2026-09-25T01:13:38.000Z Iran wants US truce, willing to drop 60% uranium https://www.livemint.com/lm-img/img/2026/09/25/1600x900/logo/Iran_USad_1790298727281_TrZc_1790298733310_40KN_41df4ec7-7f96-4d2d-b141-97ebfcb13393_O2v5.jpg Iran wants US truce, willing to drop 60% uranium Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian stated that Tehran wants to revive the June ceasefire understanding with the US before the November midterm elections. This statement was made on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly in New York. Reports indicate that US and Iranian negotiators are exploring a phased agreement regarding the Strait of Hormuz. Pezeshkian confirmed that Iran is willing to give up uranium enriched to 60% under international law. The talks continue despite recent attacks on Iranian leaders and scientists. https://memews.com/news/cec-faces-heat-over-election-fairness-issues-cmuga3bhcnyh2rmpx 2026-09-25T01:13:08.000Z 0.6 India Today en 2026-09-25T01:13:08.000Z CEC faces heat over election fairness issues https://akm-img-a-in.tosshub.com/indiatoday/images/video/202609/disputeovercecselectionandvoterlistchanges-s0-original-sixteen-to-nine.jpg?VersionId=NYXvhSyZ2hJmxgonj59mbnzKrplXLrx2 CEC faces heat over election fairness issues A major political conflict has flared up due to internal divisions within the Election Commission of India. Opposition parties led by Rahul Gandhi are demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, accusing him of electoral manipulation. Two election commissioners registered fourteen objections across ten months concerning voter deletions and Form 6 procedures. The BJP has countered these vote theft allegations by citing anti-incumbency against the Congress party. Analysts are urging the commission to directly address the public's growing concerns about electoral processes. 🗳️ https://memews.com/news/rahul-gandhi-s-new-move-vs-congress-s-organizational-hustle-cmuga3dnknz1w9tp5f 2026-09-25T01:05:49.000Z 0.6 The Hindu en 2026-09-25T01:05:49.000Z Rahul Gandhi's new move vs. Congress's organizational hustle https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/l04t85/article71504424.ece/alternates/LANDSCAPE_1200/PTI09_08_2026_000512B.jpg Rahul Gandhi's new move vs. Congress's organizational hustle Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi registered an FIR on August 21 at Delhi’s Parliament Street police station. He did this alongside Sahil Lochab, a pellet-gun victim from the student agitation. This action followed a month-earlier unannounced dharna outside the PM’s residence. Experts note charisma needs organizational strength to translate into votes, criticizing Congress's ground presence. The party is now undergoing a massive organizational rewiring via the SSA, appointing nearly 1,000 DCC presidents across 25 States. https://memews.com/news/trump-and-xi-trade-warm-words-at-white-house-dinner-cmuga3fpno0to8dl3 2026-09-25T01:02:00.000Z 0.6 Times of India en 2026-09-25T01:02:00.000Z Trump and Xi trade warm words at White House dinner https://static.toiimg.com/thumb/msid-134472704,width-1280,height-720,resizemode-6,overlay-toi_sw,pt-32,y_pad-600/photo.jpg Trump and Xi trade warm words at White House dinner US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping shared warm remarks at a White House state dinner. The event took place in the East Room, Washington, bringing together leaders and tech CEOs. Both leaders discussed the enduring ties between the American and Chinese peoples during this meeting. Trump stressed that despite different political systems, people's connections remain strong for prosperity. Xi called for a new chapter in Sino-US relations, building on strategic stability. https://memews.com/news/cec-under-fire-but-ecs-face-questions-too-cmuga3hubo112lts93 2026-09-25T01:00:00.000Z 0.6 India Today en 2026-09-25T01:00:00.000Z CEC under fire, but ECs face questions too https://akm-img-a-in.tosshub.com/indiatoday/images/story/202609/chief-election-commissioner-gyanesh-kumar-c--with-election-commissioners-ss-sandhu-l-and-vivek-j-242323368-16x9_0.jpg?VersionId=EHTHUK8FxqmVslJOE7fG9tdkmIAQs1cW CEC under fire, but ECs face questions too The scrutiny on CEC Gyanesh Kumar intensifies over dissent from ECs Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Vivek Joshi. The Indian Express revealed these two commissioners objected at least 14 times over 10 months regarding electoral roll issues. These objections concerned centralized database control and Form 6 procedures, raised over several months. The report questions why the ECs kept participating in joint decisions despite their repeated objections. Ultimately, the article asks why they didn't resign if the institution was failing. 🧐 https://memews.com/news/gen-z-in-india-youth-power-fading-cmuga3ou1o21s1hp7l 2026-09-25T01:00:00.000Z 0.6 Scroll.in en 2026-09-25T01:00:00.000Z Gen Z in India: Youth Power Fading https://sc0.blr1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/book/215421-bejfwuqwxe-1788537444.jpg Gen Z in India: Youth Power Fading Student protests in India in July 2026 highlighted issues for Gen Z, who are aged 14 to 29. These young people are facing challenges regarding education quality, fairness, and job market competition. Historically, children were India's largest age cohort until the early 2000s due to falling birth rates. Now, the 14-29 age group represents only 26% of the population in 2026. This trend suggests future generations, like Gen Alpha, will face even smaller relative youth shares. 😥 https://memews.com/news/make-in-india-12-years-mixed-results-cmuga2yjynww3wuxk 2026-09-25T00:54:00.000Z 0.6 The Hindu en 2026-09-25T00:54:00.000Z Make in India: 12 years, mixed results https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/zgbyj3/article71506863.ece/alternates/LANDSCAPE_1200/iStock-587191498%202.jpg Make in India: 12 years, mixed results Twelve years after launching the Make in India campaign on September 25, 2014, key metrics show limited impact on growth and employment. While incentive schemes saw some success, other growth environment indicators are underperforming across the period. Non-petroleum goods exports grew 53% to $388.3 billion in 2025-26, but global share remained flat. Private sector capital formation and FDI growth into manufacturing have shown declining or slow trends. Total manufacturing employment grew slightly from 5.1 crore in 2016-17 to 5.3 crore in 2025-26. https://memews.com/news/netanyahu-flashes-pagers-at-un-talks-hezbollah-ops-cmuga3r87o35v0uw8 2026-09-25T00:43:00.000Z 0.6 Times of India en 2026-09-25T00:43:00.000Z Netanyahu flashes pagers at UN, talks Hezbollah ops https://static.toiimg.com/thumb/msid-134472583,width-1280,height-720,resizemode-6,overlay-toi_sw,pt-32,y_pad-600/photo.jpg Netanyahu flashes pagers at UN, talks Hezbollah ops Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu held up a pager during his address to the UN General Assembly on Thursday. He made this reference while defending Israel’s military actions against Hamas, Hezbollah, and Iran at the UN. The speech detailed a September 17, 2024, operation against Hezbollah where pagers exploded, killing 12 people and wounding over 3,000. Netanyahu rejected genocide claims, calling them the biggest lie of the century, while labeling Iran a murderous dictatorship. He further defended striking Iran's nuclear facilities, stating it was an easy decision. https://memews.com/news/wayanad-tourism-operations-suspended-due-to-rain-threat-cmug8zeuunhnltocs 2026-09-25T00:40:00.000Z 0.6 The Hindu en 2026-09-25T00:40:00.000Z Wayanad tourism operations suspended due to rain threat https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/6fuyeb/article71505739.ece/alternates/LANDSCAPE_1200/PTI07_07_2026_000412A.jpg Wayanad tourism operations suspended due to rain threat District Collector V. Chelsasini ordered the suspension of quarry, trekking, and adventure tourism activities in Wayanad. This move was taken following an alert from the India Meteorological Department regarding possible heavy rainfall. The order ensures public safety across the district's vulnerable zones. Authorities must prepare for relocating people from landslide-prone areas, including near the Kalladi-Anakkampoyil tunnel construction site. Penal action will be taken against anyone who violates this safety directive. ⚠️ https://memews.com/news/kedarnath-s-waste-problem-is-getting-serious-cmuga3tfjo41vg8vcm 2026-09-25T00:33:05.000Z 0.6 NDTV en 2026-09-25T00:33:05.000Z Kedarnath's Waste Problem is Getting Serious https://c.ndtvimg.com/2026-09/q1se1bt4_kedarnath-dham_625x300_25_September_26.jpeg Kedarnath's Waste Problem is Getting Serious Kedarnath Dham generated 50.30 metric tonnes of waste in just five months, from April to August 2026. This data was provided by the Nagar Panchayat in response to an RTI query from Amit Gupta in Noida, Uttar Pradesh. This five-month total surpasses the entire waste produced in 2023, 2024, and 2025 significantly. The high waste generation puts serious pressure on the Himalayan environment due to millions of annual pilgrims. The concerned activist highlights the urgent need to address this mounting environmental threat. https://memews.com/news/india-to-launch-digital-platform-for-drug-test-reports-cmug8yyo6ng1vm6fhr 2026-09-25T00:30:19.000Z 0.6 Livemint en 2026-09-25T00:30:19.000Z India to launch digital platform for drug test reports https://www.livemint.com/lm-img/img/2026/09/24/1600x900/logo/pexels-photo-37466061_1790251032066_Tayt_1790251043603_QZOj_52f56032-5a37-41b0-99d2-3a9152535555_WUuL.jpeg India to launch digital platform for drug test reports India's drug regulator is developing a digital platform so consumers can see batch-level quality-test reports of medications. This initiative is being planned by officials in New Delhi amidst concerns over past drug safety incidents. The move aims to go beyond monthly not-of-standard-quality alerts, increasing transparency in the $60-billion pharma industry. The plan was discussed in the second week of September following the Kota hospital incident in May. Authorities are now looking into incorporating this provision into the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940. 💊 https://memews.com/news/hanuman-ansh-hits-big-milestones-at-box-office-cmugb77jnp01aydwhg 2026-09-25T00:22:00.000Z 0.6 Times of India en 2026-09-25T00:22:00.000Z 'Hanuman Ansh' hits big milestones at box office https://static.toiimg.com/thumb/msid-134472519,width-1280,height-720,resizemode-6,overlay-toi_sw,pt-32,y_pad-600/photo.jpg 'Hanuman Ansh' hits big milestones at box office Vishal Chaturvedi's 'Hanuman Ansh' earned Rs 3.65 cr in India net collections on Thursday, September 24. The film was shown across 6,729 shows in India on that day. Its overall India net collection has now reached Rs 288.33 cr, while the worldwide gross is Rs 377.05 cr. This performance is part of its seventh week run, which brought in Rs 44.95 cr. The movie is based on Chaturvedi's book and stars Shobhinaw Satyaa. https://memews.com/news/trump-hosts-xi-at-white-house-for-tech-summit-cmug7vkicmt137cvav 2026-09-25T00:10:00.000Z 0.6 Times of India en 2026-09-25T00:10:00.000Z Trump hosts Xi at White House for tech summit https://static.toiimg.com/thumb/msid-134472466,width-1280,height-720,resizemode-6,overlay-toi_sw,pt-32,y_pad-600/photo.jpg Trump hosts Xi at White House for tech summit US President Donald Trump and Melania Trump welcomed Chinese President Xi Jinping and his wife, Peng Liyuan, to the White House on Thursday. The state dinner brought together major American business, tech, and political figures in Washington. High-profile attendees included Apple CEO Tim Cook, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, and Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang. This gathering highlights Trump's focus on business ties amidst ongoing US-China tensions. The event is happening while Democrats criticize the summit over Taiwan and trade issues. https://memews.com/news/grasslands-change-even-after-300-years-cmuga1k3znq1cp8gsj 2026-09-25T00:09:54.000Z 0.6 Google News · Science en 2026-09-25T00:09:54.000Z Grasslands change even after 300 years https://memews.com/news/ashas-shaping-ai-tool-for-cervical-cancer-screening-cmug7vmuumu1etvzcl 2026-09-25T00:09:02.000Z 0.6 The Hindu en 2026-09-25T00:09:02.000Z ASHAs shaping AI tool for cervical cancer screening https://memews.com/news/indian-shooters-shine-at-asian-games-2026-shooting-events-cmugb79tcp1qewmyr 2026-09-25T00:08:20.000Z 0.6 Google News · Sports en 2026-09-25T00:08:20.000Z Indian shooters shine at Asian Games 2026 shooting events https://ss-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/sg9pj3/article71506829.ece/alternates/LANDSCAPE_1200/10219_13_7_2024_21_44_51_2_DSC_2837.JPG Indian shooters shine at Asian Games 2026 shooting events Indian shooters are competing in various events at the Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya 2026 today. Kamaljeet and Suruchi Singh achieved a combined 196/200 in the 10m air pistol mixed team qualification. Aishwary Pratap Singh Tomar and Rudrankksh Balasaheb Patil are set to compete in the 50m rifle 3 positions later. This performance keeps India highly ranked in the qualification tables for both events. More medal opportunities are lined up throughout the day for the Indian contingent. 🎯 https://memews.com/news/vibe-hits-11-35-cr-net-in-first-week-cmugb7cd0p2kponwk 2026-09-25T00:07:00.000Z 0.6 Times of India en 2026-09-25T00:07:00.000Z VIBE hits ₹11.35 cr net in first week https://static.toiimg.com/thumb/msid-134472460,width-1280,height-720,resizemode-6,overlay-toi_sw,pt-32,y_pad-600/photo.jpg VIBE hits ₹11.35 cr net in first week Kunal Kemmu's action-comedy 'VIBE' collected ₹90 lakhs in India on its seventh day at the box office. The film, starring Kunal Kemmu and Preity G Zinta, was released on September 18, 2026, in India. Its Day 7 collection was ₹90 lakhs across 1,984 shows, bringing the first-week net total to ₹11.35 cr. The movie features two friends pulled into an intelligence operation to foil a terrorist plot. The film has grossed ₹13.55 cr in India and ₹15.50 cr worldwide so far. https://memews.com/news/friday-ott-drops-don-t-be-shy-hunkkaar-more-cmugb7eqip31i9a930 2026-09-25T00:04:00.000Z 0.6 Google News · Entertainment en 2026-09-25T00:04:00.000Z Friday OTT drops: Don’t Be Shy, Hunkkaar & more https://static.toiimg.com/thumb/msid-134458865,width-1280,height-720,resizemode-6,overlay-toi_sw,pt-32,y_pad-600/photo.jpg Friday OTT drops: Don’t Be Shy, Hunkkaar & more Several new films and series are dropping on OTT platforms this Friday, September 25, 2026. Viewers can stream titles like 'Don’t Be Shy' and 'Hunkkaar: The Roar' across Amazon Prime Video and JioHotstar. These releases include 'Bakaiti' Season 2 on ZEE5 and 'Unabomber' on Netflix. The lineup offers diverse genres, ranging from coming-of-age comedy to crime thrillers. Viewers have a stacked weekend ahead with these fresh streaming additions. 🎬 https://memews.com/news/air-pollution-links-to-heart-issues-via-mitochondria-cmug8jjw3n218aul8t 2026-09-25T00:00:06.000Z 0.6 Google News · Health en 2026-09-25T00:00:06.000Z Air Pollution Links to Heart Issues Via Mitochondria