Roshibina Devi advanced to the women’s 60kg Sanda final at the 2026 Asian Games after defeating Indonesia’s Thania Kusumaningtyas on points over two rounds in the semifinal at Aichi Budokan, Nagoya, on September 23. The 25-year-old has now become the first Indian Wushu athlete to reach the Asian Games final twice. She previously contested the gold-medal bout at the 2023 Hangzhou Games, where she lost to China’s Wu Xiaowei. Roshibina now has another opportunity to fight for gold and potentially become the first Indian to win an Asian Games gold medal in Wushu. Her latest victory has secured India at least a silver medal in the women’s 60kg Sanda event overall. (PC: X)

Nineteen-year-old cybersecurity researcher Nisarga Adhikary has been named in the US Department of Justice’s Hall of Fame after reporting a critical vulnerability in one of its law-enforcement systems. Adhikary told India Today Tech that he discovered the flaw while browsing the department’s website using scripts. He reported it about a week before the department validated and patched the vulnerability, crediting him on its acknowledgements page. Adhikary said he received no payment for the disclosure. He also reported a vulnerability in a US Department of Defense system, which authorities validated, with remediation still underway. Earlier this year, he gained attention after exposing digital security flaws in CBSE’s Online Submission of Marks portal. (PC: X)

Russia defended its crude oil exports to India, saying energy cooperation helped cushion the impact of the war in West Asia. Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Andrey Rudenko called Moscow a “reliable exporter” able to meet partners’ needs even under difficult geopolitical conditions. His remarks came after Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy urged India, China and Turkey to stop energy trade with Russia, arguing that such purchases support Moscow’s war economy. Zelenskyy’s comments followed a US law allowing President Donald Trump to impose tariffs of up to 100% on countries buying Russian oil. India has maintained that its energy import decisions are guided by energy security, availability, affordability, market conditions and commercial viability. (PC: X)

An Indian seafarer, Wiper Suraj Yadav from Deoria, Uttar Pradesh, was killed after Antigua and Barbuda-flagged bulk carrier MV Cape Dao came under attack while sailing towards India. The Forward Seamen’s Union of India (FSUI) said the vessel was struck by two torpedoes, with one hitting the port-side C-deck accommodation area and another striking the port-side hull near the engine room. The ship had 28 crew members, including 20 Indian nationals. Surviving crew members were evacuated to safety in Oman, while another Indian crew member reportedly sustained a minor injury. FSUI demanded accountability, safe passage for seafarers and justice for Yadav, amid continuing security risks around the Strait of Hormuz.

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has initiated penal action against Amazon, Swiggy Instamart, BigBasket, Flipkart India and Zepto over various food safety and regulatory non-compliances. The regulator cited misbranding and misleading claims, along with the sale and display of prohibited or poisonous food articles. The action includes misleading claims involving Happilo Premium Date Bites - Zesty Orange. Swiggy Instamart and BigBasket also face action over misleading claims and non-compliant product information concerning Milky Mist Fresh Low Fat Cream, Farm Fresh Curd and Greek Yoghurt. FSSAI said it has intensified enforcement against food businesses and e-commerce companies over the past six months. (PC: X)

A Hyderabad police constable helped reunite a missing pet dog, Shiro, with its owner after the animal was found nearly 20 kilometres from where it disappeared. Shiro went missing from Madhuranagar, prompting a search across different parts of the city. Constable Deepti joined the effort by circulating Shiro’s photograph and identifying details through multiple WhatsApp groups, expanding the search beyond the local area. The effort led to a breakthrough in Moula Ali, where Shiro was traced. After confirming the dog’s whereabouts, police informed the owner and facilitated the reunion. Shiro was safely returned home to his family, and the owner thanked Constable Deepti for her efforts in locating the missing pet. (PC: X)

All Public Sector Banks and Regional Rural Banks will function on Sunday, September 27, 2026, following approval from the Reserve Bank of India. The move comes ahead of a three-day nationwide strike by the United Forum of Bank Unions from September 28 to 30, which follows the weekend holidays on September 26 and 27. The Finance Ministry said the decision aims to prevent prolonged disruption and ensure customers can access essential banking services. RBI approval covers bank branches, offices, ATM-linked branches and currency chests. The government and bank managements have also appealed to unions to defer the planned strike. The strike is primarily linked to demands for a five-day banking workweek. (PC: X)

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on the sidelines of the 81st United Nations General Assembly in New York. Jaishankar said he reiterated India’s concerns regarding the Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act (SRIA), while discussing the Gulf and Ukraine. The meeting came after the US Congress passed legislation authorising Donald Trump to impose sanctions and tariffs of up to 100% on countries buying Russian oil and gas. India has continued to emphasise energy security amid potential tariff pressures. Ambassador Vinay Mohan Kwatra said energy security remains guided by availability, affordability, market conditions and viability. Rubio said Washington and New Delhi were coordinating on regional priorities. (PC: News18)

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian pushed back against US President Donald Trump’s description of Iran as a terrorist state during his address to the 81st United Nations General Assembly. Pezeshkian said Iran had instead been a victim of terrorism and accused the United States and Israel of attacking Iranian territory. He referred to the assassination of Iran’s Supreme Leader and attacks on civilians and institutions, including a school where children were killed. Pezeshkian said Iran had defended itself against what he described as attacks and aggression, adding that its forces had not deliberately targeted civilians. His remarks came a day after Trump threatened to “annihilate” Islamic Republic if no deal was reached.

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said the Global South is in the “front row” of global crises but remains in the “back row” of decision-making, calling for greater solidarity among developing countries. Speaking at a high-level meeting on the sidelines of the 81st UN General Assembly in New York, Jaishankar said the world faces considerable uncertainty from conflicts, geopolitical tensions, disrupted supply chains, trade barriers, fragmented investment flows, climate shocks and pressure on international law. He argued that international institutions reflect outdated power structures and called for greater Global South participation in decisions affecting its future. Jaishankar also highlighted cooperation on energy, food security, trade, connectivity, climate action and emerging technologies.