Check out the top headlines from national and international news for September 1, 2025.
National news
1. PM MODI MEETS XI JINPING AMID TRADE TENSIONS
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Chinese President Xi Jinping as India and China sought to reset ties while facing US tariffs. Both leaders stressed stability in bilateral relations.
2. CASE FILED AGAINST MAHUA MOITRA FOR REMARK ON AMIT SHAH
A case has been registered against TMC leader Mahua Moitra in Chhattisgarh over her alleged remarks on Union Home Minister Amit Shah, sparking a fresh political controversy.
3. CHETESHWAR PUJARA ANNOUNCES RETIREMENT
Indian Test cricket veteran Cheteshwar Pujara announced his retirement from international cricket. PM Modi praised him for his grit and contribution to India’s Test legacy.
4. ED RAIDS ODISHA IN RS 1,396 CRORE BANK FRAUD CASE
The Enforcement Directorate raided locations in Odisha in connection with a Rs 1,396 crore bank fraud. Luxury cars, jewellery and properties were seized during the operation.
5. INDIA BEATS JAPAN IN ASIA CUP HOCKEY 2025
India secured a crucial win against Japan in the Super 4s of the Asia Cup 2025 hockey tournament, boosting their chances of reaching the final.
International news
1. XI JINPING URGES STRONGER INDIA-CHINA RELATIONS
Chinese President Xi Jinping said it is “vital for the dragon and elephant to come together” as he emphasised friendship with India at a key diplomatic exchange.
2. AUSTRALIA SEES MARCHES AGAINST IMMIGRATION
Anti-immigration protests erupted in Australia, with Indians reported as primary targets. The debate has intensified as more Indians migrated in the last five years than Greeks and Italians in a century.
3. AUSTRALIA ‘S NAURU DEAL CRITICISED OVER HUMAN RIGHTS
Australia faced criticism for its Nauru deportation agreement, with rights groups warning of risks to refugees and non-visa holders under the new deal.
4. US DATA CHIEF RESIGNS AMID MASSIVE BREACH
A US whistleblower revealed the mishandling of data of 300 million Americans at the Social Security Administration. Charles Borges, the agency’s data head, resigned following the revelation.
5. TRUMP TEAM MULLS RENAMING PENTAGON
Reports suggest Donald Trump’s administration is considering renaming the US Department of Defense to the ‘Department of War,’ drawing sharp reactions from critics.
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