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India Updates
PM Modi Celebrates 75th Birthday with Development Initiatives
Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated his 75th birthday on September 17, 2025, launching multiple development projects worth ₹7,000 crore from Madhya Pradesh.
PM Modi Thanks Trump for Birthday Wishes
PM Modi thanked US President Donald Trump for his birthday wishes via phone call, with Trump calling Modi’s work “remarkable.”
Indian Navy Receives Indigenous Anti-Submarine Warfare Ship
The Indian Navy commissioned ‘INS Androth,’ an indigenously built anti-submarine warfare corvette, strengthening India’s naval capabilities.
Global Updates
US Federal Reserve Cuts Interest Rates
The Federal Reserve lowered interest rates for the first time this year amid economic uncertainty and pressure from President Trump.
Trump Receives Royal Reception in UK State Visit
President Donald Trump began his second state visit to the United Kingdom with royal reception, though thousands of protesters gathered in London.
India Economy
Sensex Rises 313 Points, Nifty Above 25,300
Indian stock markets extended gains for the second consecutive day, with the Sensex closing 313 points higher at 82,693.71 and Nifty gaining 91 points.
GST Reforms to Inject ₹2 Lakh Crore into Economy
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced that GST reforms will inject ₹2 lakh crore into the economy, with GST revenues growing significantly.
Apollo Tyres Wins Team India Jersey Sponsorship
Apollo Tyres secured the BCCI’s front-of-jersey sponsorship rights for the Indian cricket team with a winning bid of ₹579 crore.
Global Markets
Ford to Cut 1,000 Jobs at Germany Plant
US auto giant Ford announced plans to cut up to 1,000 jobs at its Cologne electric vehicle plant in Germany due to weak European demand for electric vehicles.
Unilever Confirms New CFO Appointment
Unilever officially appointed Srinivas Phatak as its new Chief Financial Officer after his strong performance during an interim stint.
India Sports
Neeraj Chopra Begins World Title Defense
Indian javelin star Neeraj Chopra commenced his World Athletics Championships title defense in Tokyo on September 17.
India-Pakistan Handshake Controversy Escalates
The Asia Cup cricket match between India and Pakistan sparked controversy over the teams’ refusal to shake hands post-match.
Ahmedabad Gets New ₹825-Crore Sports Complex
Ahmedabad inaugurated the new Veer Savarkar Sports Complex worth ₹825 crore, positioning it among India’s largest sporting facilities.
Global Sports
Robert Redford Dies at Age 89
Hollywood legend Robert Redford passed away at age 89, leaving behind a remarkable legacy in cinema.
Manchester City Defeats Manchester United 3-0
Manchester City dominated the Manchester derby with a comprehensive 3-0 victory over Manchester United in the Premier League.
India Entertainment
Unni Mukundan to Play PM Modi in Biopic
South Indian actor Unni Mukundan revealed he will portray Prime Minister Narendra Modi in an upcoming biographical film.
Bobby Deol Stars in Aryan Khan’s Debut Series
Bobby Deol confirmed his role in Aryan Khan’s debut directorial venture “The Ba***ds of Bollywood.”
Global Entertainment
Jimmy Kimmel Show Suspended Following Trump Comments
Late-night host Jimmy Kimmel’s show was pulled off air indefinitely after controversial comments about Charlie Kirk’s assassination.
Sydney Sweeney Offered ₹530 Crore Bollywood Film
Hollywood star Sydney Sweeney reportedly received a staggering ₹530 crore offer for a Bollywood film.
India Innovation
11th Asia Pacific MedTech Forum Held in Delhi
The Asia Pacific MedTech Forum took place September 16-17, 2025, in New Delhi for the first time outside Singapore.
India Emerges as High-Value MedTech Player
Union Minister Anupriya Patel highlighted India’s evolution from a high-volume manufacturer to a high-value player in the global MedTech market.
Global Innovation
Global Digital Health Summit 2025 Announced
The Global Digital Health Summit is scheduled for September 19-21, 2025, at Jio World Convention Centre, Mumbai.
India Health Updates
PM Modi Launches Women’s Health Campaign
PM Modi launched the “Swasth Nari Sashakt Parivar Abhiyaan” from Indore on September 17, featuring 75,000 health camps across the country.
MedTech Sector Growth Projected
The Indian MedTech sector is projected for significant expansion driven by scaling up of public healthcare programs.
Global Health
UN Commission Accuses Israel of Genocide in Gaza
A UN-commissioned panel determined that Israel is committing genocide in Gaza, escalating international legal and diplomatic pressure.
India Education
Schools Closed for Vishwakarma Puja
Schools remained closed across multiple states on September 17, 2025, for Vishwakarma Puja celebrations.
Delhi CM Internship Program Selects 87 Students
The Viksit Delhi CM Internship program selected 87 students who will receive ₹20,000 monthly stipends.
Global Education
No major international education developments were reported during this period.
India Climate Updates
Delhi Weather Shows Patchy Rain Pattern
Delhi experienced mixed weather conditions on September 16, with temperatures ranging between 29.2°C and 36.7°C.
Record Rainfall in Central India
Large excess rainfall was observed over West Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Gujarat due to depression formation.
Global Climate
Tropical Storm Gabrielle Forms in Atlantic
The National Hurricane Center reported the formation of Tropical Storm Gabrielle in the Atlantic with potential for further strengthening.
India Agriculture
Record Agricultural Stocks Reported
India’s rice stocks in government warehouses reached record highs, climbing over 14% year-on-year.
Trade Outlook Projects 6% Export Growth
Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal anticipates a 6% rise in India’s agricultural exports for 2025.
Global Agriculture
Focus on Innovative Farming Practices
The conference emphasized innovative, sustainable, and farmer-friendly practices to boost production and improve efficiency.
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