At least 86 people have died after a motorised boat capsized in Congo’s Equateur Province, state media reported. The tragedy took place on Wednesday in Basankusu territory. Most of the victims were students returning home. Officials said the cause was likely improper loading and night travel. Survivors described panic as the boat overturned in the river. Rescue teams are still searching for missing passengers. Local authorities have promised an investigation. River travel is common in Congo, but accidents are frequent due to overcrowding and poor safety rules. Families have gathered in Basankusu mourning their loved ones. (PC: The Hindu)

A Suspect In The Killing Of Conservative Activist Charlie Kirk Has Been Arrested, US President Donald Trump Confirmed Friday. Trump Told Fox News That “Somebody Very Close To Him” Turned The 22-Year-Old Suspect In, Later Revealing It Was Most Likely His Father, A Minister, Who Brought Him To US Marshals. Kirk Was Shot Dead On Wednesday While Speaking At Utah Valley University In What Officials Called A Political Assassination. Trump Said He Hopes The Suspect Gets The Death Penalty. He Also Announced Kirk Will Receive The Presidential Medal Of Freedom. Kirk’s Casket Has Been Flown To Phoenix. (PC: Times Now)

The Supreme Court on Friday said firecracker bans should apply across India, not just Delhi-NCR. Chief Justice Bhushan R Gavai asked why only Delhi should get pollution-free air while other cities suffer. The court was hearing pleas from firecracker traders who said their business and licenses were being unfairly hit. Traders argued even green crackers were not considered by the Centre and NEERI. The bench said rules should not only affect the poor and workers. The matter will be heard again on September 22. The Centre must file a report on green cracker research before the next hearing. (PC: India Today)

The Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board has announced that the Yatra will reopen on September 14 after a 17-day suspension. The pilgrimage was halted on August 26 due to a cloudburst and landslide at Ardhkuwari in Katra, Jammu and Kashmir, which caused deaths and injuries. The Shrine Board said pilgrims must carry valid ID cards and use RFID-based tracking cards. Devotees should follow the designated route and safety instructions. Repairs and checks have been carried out to ensure the track is safe. The resumption comes just before Navratri, adding spiritual importance for thousands of devotees planning the journey. (PC: India Today)

Nepal will soon see former chief justice Sushila Karki sworn in as interim Prime Minister after days of violent unrest. Sources told CNN-News18 that the decision was reached following meetings between President Ramchandra Paudel, Karki, and Gen Z protest leaders. Protesters had demanded reforms after deadly clashes that killed dozens and injured hundreds. Karki, the country’s first woman chief justice, is widely respected for her fight against corruption and independence in the judiciary. Her appointment is being viewed as an effort to restore calm, rebuild trust, and open the door to sweeping political changes in Nepal. (PC: X)

A SpiceJet flight from Kandla to Mumbai lost a tyre during take-off on Friday, prompting a full emergency call. The Bombardier DHC8-400 aircraft, operating as flight SG-2906, lifted off at 2:39 pm when the control tower saw an object fall on the runway. It was later confirmed to be a wheel with metal rings. Despite the issue, the aircraft continued to Mumbai and landed safely. All passengers disembarked without incident, a SpiceJet spokesperson said. The airline confirmed that the plane taxied to the terminal on its own power after the smooth landing. No injuries were reported. 

Nepal’s Gen Z protests have caused damage worth over ₹25 billion, with luxury hotels among the worst hit. The Hilton Kathmandu, Hyatt Regency, and Varnabas Museum Hotel were torched during violent demonstrations that forced Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli to resign. At least 51 people have been killed and more than 1,300 injured in the unrest, the worst since the civil war. Hotel staff and guests were evacuated safely, but properties remain shut. The Hotel Association Nepal said the Hilton alone suffered damages above ₹8 billion. Protest leaders blamed infiltrators for arson, while anger over corruption continues to spread. (PC: HT)

US President Donald Trump said on Friday that a suspect in the sniper killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk has been arrested. “I think we have him,” Trump told Fox News, adding that a tipster turned the suspect in. Kirk, 30, co-founder of Turning Point USA, was shot dead Wednesday while speaking at Utah Valley University. A sniper fired one shot that struck his neck, causing panic among 3,000 people. The FBI earlier released photos of a person of interest. Trump called the killing a “heinous assassination” and announced Kirk would receive the Presidential Medal of Freedom posthumously. (PC: X)

The assassination of political activist Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University has triggered a storm of misinformation, conspiracy theories, and AI-generated falsehoods. Chatbots like Perplexity and Grok wrongly claimed Kirk was alive, while fake videos circulated alongside authentic footage. Security firm GetReal confirmed most videos are genuine but warned of AI tampering. NewsGuard debunked claims linking Kirk to Ukraine’s Myrotvorets blacklist and flagged pro-Kremlin narratives. The FBI, investigating over 7,000 leads, released a suspect image and urged public caution. Online users have speculated wildly blaming left-wing groups, Mossad, and the “deep state” despite no evidence. Experts warn against amateur sleuthing and urge sharing tips only with authorities.

Conservative activist Charlie Kirk was assassinated at Utah Valley University on September 10, 2025, while addressing a crowd. The FBI released surveillance footage showing the suspect fleeing across a rooftop and into nearby woods, leaving behind a high-powered rifle, ammunition, and trace evidence including a palm print and shoe impression. Over 7,000 tips have poured in, and a $100,000 reward is offered for information leading to the suspect’s arrest. President Trump urged peaceful response, calling Kirk “an advocate of nonviolence.” The killing has reignited concerns over political violence in the U.S. Investigators continue to pursue leads, but no motive or suspect has been officially named.