It may be time for Thirumavalavan to lead alliance in 2031: VCK general secretary

Twenty-three years after invading Iraq, the United States has begun removing vehicles, weapons and equipment from its final installations in the country ahead of a September 30 withdrawal deadline. Hundreds of American troops remain around Erbil, but a U.S. military official says most will be redeployed to Jordan and other regional locations rather than sent home. The move ends America’s permanent military mission inside Iraq without representing a broader withdrawal from West Asia. U.S. air-defence systems are also being removed, raising Kurdish fears of increased exposure to missiles and drones. Meanwhile, powerful Iran-aligned armed groups have shown little willingness to surrender their weapons despite Baghdad’s pledge to bring all forces under state authority. Washington is closing its Iraq mission—but leaving behind vulnerable Kurdish territory, heavily armed factions and an American military presence redistributed across a new regional map.

Tamil Nadu has begun 2026-27 paddy procurement, offering higher incentives and a WhatsApp helpline for farmers to report irregularities at centres.

In 2013, John and Jennifer Church bought a 120-year-old textile mill planning to sell the land, but changed plans after discovering its historic brickwork. The Chronicle Mill in Belmont, North Carolina, was converted into a mixed-use development with 238 apartments, commercial space and a public coworking area. The $60 million adaptive reuse project opened in 2023 after construction, environmental and pandemic-related delays.

With a view to cutting costs/ cots, they decided to put players up in containers and a cruise ship, which were termed “worst ever” by officials of the South Korean contingent and deemed “a little tighter” by none other than International Olympic Committee president Kirsty Coventry

Civil rights attorneys and community leaders spoke Monday after a Venezuelan DoorDash driver was shot and wounded by an ICE agent in Austin, Texas, over the weekend. Following coverage of the news conference, CBS News'... The post Advocates call for independent probe after Venezuelan DoorDash driver shot by ICE agent in Texas (Video) appeared first on Social News XYZ .

Suchika Tariyal win India's first MMA Asian Games medal

A 17-year-old Naga youth was shot dead by suspected militants in Manipur's Tamenglong district. The victim was identified as N.K. Wiphenbou, who was walking alone from Upper Nkou village. Naga village volunteers discovered his body along a narrow path in the hilly area. Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh and former chief minister N Biren Singh condemned the incident.

CH NEWS, YADGIR The failure of the monsoon has left cotton farmers in Shahapur taluk staring at severe crop losses, with large stretches of cotton plants withering in the fields.Cotton has traditionally been one of the major commercial crops grown by farmers in the taluk. However, with the monsoon failing this year, the taluk has [...]

CH NEWS, KALABURAGI The proposed Basavadi Shivasharanara Hindu Samavesha, scheduled to be held September 27, has triggered opposing campaigns, with groups supporting and opposing the event holding separate preparatory meetings in Aland. At a meeting held at the Sharana Ekantharamayya Anubhava Mantapa in Aland, activist Meenakshi Bali urged Lingayats not to accept what she described [...]

Microsoft has announced that three companion apps for Microsoft 365 are to be retired. In mid-December, the Calendar, File and People apps will not only no longer be supported, they will no longer work. The apps were previously described by the company as “a suite of taskbar-integrated apps designed to streamline everyday workflows, helping users stay focused, reduce context switching, and complete tasks faster”. Now they have been deemed unnecessary. Microsoft’s announcement starts off saying: “Microsoft 365 companion apps (Calendar, People, Files) will retire on December 16, 2026, ceasing support and functionality. Admins must stop new installations and remove existing... [Continue Reading]

Authorities are increasing scrutiny of online sellers and imports before the busy festive shopping period. The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs is collaborating with e-commerce platforms to identify suspicious products. This intensified monitoring targets imported goods sold at low prices and items lacking mandatory certifications. The government is also focusing on dark stores which are growing rapidly and difficult to monitor.

A classic from the early 70s puts Bandle players to the test on September 22, 2026, and it earns its very hard rating.

India Women will take on Sri Lanka Women in the Women's Asian Games 2026 final at the Korogi Sports Park in Nisshin on Tuesday, September 22.

SFI initiates indefinite sit-in at SPPU protesting a ₹10 meal charge increase, demanding affordable food and financial support.

iOS 27.2 beta 2 arrived today , and so far seems to have minimal user-facing changes. But code for iOS 27.2’s beta releases points to new features in the works for Apple Music, CarPlay Ultra, and more. more...

Excel Entertainment’s Mirzapur The Movie has achieved a major milestone at the Indian box office. The film has crossed the Rs. 200 crore mark in India, emerging as the fourth...

Jordan Bianchi has shared his take on why NASCAR has no reason to fine or penalize either Ryan Blaney or Carson Hocevar after their fight at Bristol Motor Speedway.