Here are the top national and international news updates for September 23, covering key developments in politics, economy, diplomacy, and global events.
NATIONAL
1. SUPREME COURT TO HEAR PETITIONS ON WOMEN’S RESERVATION ACT
The Supreme Court will hear a batch of petitions challenging the implementation timeline of the Women’s Reservation Act. Petitioners have sought quicker enforcement before the 2029 elections.
2. HEAVY RAINS DISRUPT LIFE IN WEST BENGAL, SCHOOLS REMAIN CLOSED
The West Bengal government has declared holidays for schools and colleges on September 24 and 25 after heavy rainfall caused flooding in several districts.
3. INDIA’S GDP EXPECTED TO GROW AT 6.5% IN FY25: RBI REPORT
The Reserve Bank of India said India’s economy remains resilient, projecting GDP growth of 6.5% for the current financial year, supported by strong domestic demand.
4. IIT BOMBAY’S ‘DAKSHA’ MISSION TO BUILD POWERFUL SPACE TELESCOPES
IIT Bombay will lead Mission Daksha to develop satellites with the world’s most powerful telescopes, aiming to study gamma ray bursts from deep space.
5. ARVIND KEJRIWAL CALLS FOR OPPOSITION UNITY BEFORE 2026 POLLS
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal urged opposition parties to come together, saying fragmented politics would only help the ruling party ahead of state elections in 2026.
INTERNATIONAL
1. UN GENERAL ASSEMBLY DEBATES GLOBAL SOUTH PRIORITIES
World leaders at the UNGA focused on climate change, development financing, and fair representation for the Global South in global decision-making.
2. CHINA ANNOUNCES MAJOR SPACE STATION EXPANSION PLAN
China revealed plans to expand its Tiangong space station by adding two new modules by 2027, aiming to rival the International Space Station.
3. TRUMP DEFENDS H-1B VISA FEE HIKE, SAYS IT WILL BOOST US JOBS
US President Donald Trump defended the sharp hike in H-1B visa fees, arguing that it would protect American jobs. The move has drawn criticism in India.
4. UK FACES BIGGEST RAIL STRIKE IN DECADES
Britain witnessed its largest rail strike in 40 years, with workers demanding higher pay and better working conditions as inflation continues to rise.
5. RUSSIA AND NORTH KOREA SIGN DEFENSE COOPERATION AGREEMENT
Moscow and Pyongyang signed a new defense cooperation deal, raising concerns in the West over potential arms transfers amid the ongoing Ukraine war.
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