A 19-year-old engineering student, S Badrinath, died after allegedly suffering a heart attack during a Ganesh Agaman procession in Hyderabad’s Musheerabad. His family alleged that loud DJ music and firecrackers contributed to his death, while police suspect crowding may have played a role. A case has been registered as officials investigate the exact cause.
Gold rate in India held steady at the close of the week, with 24-karat gold hovering around INR 1,56,670 per 10 grams and 22-karat gold recorded at INR 1,43,610 per 10 grams. Scroll down to check the gold rate today, September 7, in Delhi, Chennai, Mumbai, Kolkata, Lucknow, Pune, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Jodhpur, Jaipur, Srinagar, Noida, Ghaziabad, Gurugram and Ahmedabad.
A second attendee has died at the 2026 Burning Man festival in Nevada, with 60-year-old Craigh Mann found dead in his camp on Saturday. His cause of death has not been disclosed. Days earlier, a man in his mid-50s died after a medical emergency. The festival has also faced heavy rain, mud and temporary gate closures.
MNS chief Raj Thackeray has questioned the growing use of DJ sound systems and stage performances during festivals in Maharashtra, arguing that celebrations should follow local traditions. Speaking in Thane, he also raised concerns over laser lights and loud sound, questioned the DJ ban in Nagpur and warned people to remain vigilant against possible attempts to create riots during Ganeshotsav 2026.
A verified X account named McDonald’s India has claimed that an intern working across several McDonald’s Asian accounts has allegedly not been paid for months by boss Amit Joshi. The posts said the intern took two additional jobs in customer support and delivery while trading memecoins, and later thanked supporters after saying, 'Thanks, I have claimed fees!'
Hurricane Marie is expected to remain offshore as it moves northwest away from Southern California, but its swells are bringing dangerous surf, strong rip currents and coastal flooding through Tuesday. The National Weather Service has issued multiple coastal advisories, while rain and possible thunderstorms are forecast for Los Angeles County on Sunday.
A 13-year-old girl allegedly died by suicide at her home in Krishna Nagar, Shahdara, after family members scolded her for returning home late. Her sister found her hanging and brought her down with a neighbour's help. She was rushed to Dr Hedgewar Hospital, where doctors declared her dead. Delhi Police have initiated legal proceedings.
A customer has claimed he found an insect inside deep-fried chicken ordered from a KFC outlet at Gaur City Mall in Greater Noida West. He tagged Maharashtra FDA Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe, while KFC India apologised and sought his order details. The complaint comes days after Mundhe announced a year-round food safety surveillance plan for festivals.
British-Nigerian businessman and influencer Igho 'Tiny' Ubiribo, 43, died after a pen*s enlargement procedure in Thailand caused a fatal pulmonary embolism, a London coroner has ruled. Ubiribo had 40 milliliters of hyaluronic acid and lidocaine injected at a Thai clinic before developing chest pain and losing consciousness during a massage with his wife.
Across India, citizens and educational institutions are celebrating Teachers’ Day today, September 5, 2026. The annual event honors educators for shaping society and marks the birth anniversary of Dr Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, India’s second President and a renowned scholar. Explore our curated wishes, quotes and messages to share.
India celebrates Teachers' Day on September 5, 2026, marking the 138th birth anniversary of Dr Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan. Educational institutions across the country are hosting cultural events, awards and student activities to honour teachers, alongside the widespread sharing of tributes, inspiring quotes and thoughtful messages.
Krishna Janmashtami 2026 is being observed today, September 4, celebrating the birth of Lord Krishna. Devotees observe midnight prayers (Nishita Kaal Puja), fasts and cultural events like Dahi Handi on September 5. Major temples in Mathura and Vrindavan expect millions of pilgrims, while people worldwide exchange traditional digital greetings and photos.
Krishna Janmashtami 2026 will be celebrated on Friday, September 4, marking the birth of Lord Krishna. Key rituals, including the midnight Nishita Kaal Puja, will occur late Friday night, followed by Dahi Handi events on September 5. Devotees observe the occasion through day-long fasts and exchanging wishes, devotional messages and online HD wallpapers on social media.
Jaipur’s Nahargarh Biological Park witnessed a fatal tiger attack after Shivaji entered an enclosure where women were cutting grass, killing worker Sugna Devi. Other women fled by climbing fences and trees. Forest officials later tranquilised the tiger and recovered the body. Villagers protested and demanded a probe, CCTV review and compensation for the victim’s family.
Two people were killed and three others injured after a two-storey makeshift house collapsed during heavy rain in Dabra, Gwalior, on Wednesday night. Five family members were trapped under the debris in Jangipura around 11.30 pm. Two-year-old Aditya Rajak died on the way to hospital, while his mother Seema died during treatment. The injured family members are receiving treatment.
A viral video from Ambernath railway station shows a differently-abled man using a walker to cross railway tracks before fellow passengers help him climb onto the platform. A local train is seen approaching moments later. The incident has raised concerns over passenger safety and facilities for differently-abled commuters, while highlighting the risks of track crossing.
A cobra was spotted outside the operation theatre on the fifth floor of Gwalior's Super Specialty Hospital, triggering panic among people inside the medical facility. The sighting caused chaos as patients, attendants and hospital staff became alarmed by the presence of the snake near the OT area. The incident was captured in a video that has since drawn attention online.
TMC MP Mahua Moitra took a swipe at Prime Minister Narendra Modi over India’s 7.8% GDP growth in the first quarter of FY2026-27, questioning the reliability of the figures and revisions to earlier data. She also mocked his social-media push to connect with Gen Z and jokingly asked him to reveal the secret behind his skin glow and skincare routine.
A four-year-old girl, identified as Sanvi, was seriously injured after a pack of stray dogs attacked her while she was playing at home in Karnataka’s Kalaburagi district. She suffered deep cuts to her face and was treated at Sedam Government Hospital. The incident has renewed concerns among residents over the growing stray dog menace in the area.
PayPal has reportedly laid off around 600 employees across India as the fintech company restructures its global workforce to reduce costs. The cuts affect technology, engineering, operations, payments and finance teams in Chennai, Bengaluru and Hyderabad. The reduction represents roughly 10% of PayPal India’s workforce and follows plans to cut 20% globally.
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