Let’s take a moment to consider the significant events influencing both our nation and the world. The news for September 9, 2025, covers political developments, international affairs, sports achievements, and key economic movements—providing a window into our rapidly changing world.
National News
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Monday carried out searches at 22 sites across five states and Jammu and Kashmir, officials stated. The searches form part of the agency’s investigation into an alleged terror conspiracy, they added.
India and the European Union (EU) on Monday began the next round of negotiations for the proposed free trade agreement (FTA), an official said. After the 13th round of talks, European Commissioner for Trade Maros Sefcovic will visit India on September 12 to review the progress of negotiations with Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal, the official said.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast substantial rainfall across Gujarat over the next three days, alerting to very heavy showers in several districts. IMD scientist Abhimanyu Chauhan said on Sunday, “In the coming week, Gujarat is expected to see significant rainfall over the next three days. In the past 24 hours, heavy rain has been observed in the northern and southern districts of Gujarat, with extreme rainfall.”
International News
Fourteen people were reportedly killed as police in Nepal deployed tear gas and rubber bullets and used water cannons to disperse demonstrators, mostly young people who attempted to storm Parliament during a Monday protest over a social media blackout and alleged government corruption, local media reported.
China has confirmed that President Xi Jinping will participate in a virtual BRICS summit convened by Brazil to discuss Donald Trump’s trade policy. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will forgo the meeting but will appoint a senior delegate to attend in his place.
Sports News
Carlos Alcaraz defeated Jannik Sinner in four sets on Sunday to win the US Open and reaffirm his supremacy in a defining rivalry in a final delayed by the visit of President Donald Trump. The 22-year-old Alcaraz prevailed 6-2, 3-6, 6-1, 6-4 to secure his second US Open title and sixth Grand Slam trophy, avenging his only major final loss to Sinner at Wimbledon in July.
India’s men’s hockey side on Sunday overcame South Korea 4-1 in Rajgir, Bihar to lift the Asia Cup and qualify for next year’s World Cup. Dilpreet Singh led India, scoring in the 28th and 45th minutes. Sukhjeet Singh opened the scoring in the first minute, while Amit Rohidas extended India’s advantage in the 50th minute. Defending champions South Korea got their sole goal from Dain Son in the 51st minute.
Business News
EchoStar on Monday agreed to offload wireless spectrum licenses to Elon Musk’s SpaceX for its Starlink satellite service for about $17 billion, aiming to resolve a regulatory review over underuse of its assets amid 5G expansion plans.
China’s August sales of electric and hybrid vehicles expanded at the slowest rate in 18 months as authorities continue efforts to curb intense price competition. EV and hybrid sales surpassed petrol cars for the sixth consecutive month in August, but year-on-year growth cooled to 7.5% from 12% in July, data from the China Passenger Car Association showed on Monday.
Thought of the Day
“Opportunities don’t happen. You create them.” – Chris Grosser.
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