Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi seeking a larger relief package for Punjab after recent floods. He said the Centre’s ₹1,600 crore aid is a “grave injustice” as losses are estimated at ₹20,000 crore. Gandhi noted that over 4 lakh acres of paddy crops were destroyed, 10 lakh animals perished, and many families lost homes. He praised community efforts in helping flood victims but demanded stronger central support. Modi had visited Punjab on September 9, announcing relief and reviewing damage. Gandhi urged reassurance for farmers, soldiers, and families, stressing urgent need for comprehensive assistance. (PC: NDTV)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s 75th birthday was celebrated by Bollywood and South cinema stars with messages, music, and a film announcement. Shah Rukh Khan praised Modi’s energy and discipline, while Aamir Khan lauded his contributions to India’s progress. Alia Bhatt wished for his leadership to guide the nation’s future. Ajay Devgn, Rajinikanth, and Kamal Haasan also sent greetings. Music composer Shankar Mahadevan released a tribute song, Vandaniya Hai Desh Mera. A biopic titled Maa Vande, starring Malayalam actor Unni Mukundan, was announced. Produced by Veer Reddy M, it will showcase Modi’s childhood, political rise, and bond with his mother Heeraben. (PC: HT)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi turned 75 on Wednesday, with greetings pouring in from leaders across the political spectrum. President Droupadi Murmu praised his “extraordinary leadership” and culture of “achieving great goals.” Home Minister Amit Shah called him a “symbol of sacrifice.” Defence Minister Rajnath Singh hailed his vision for self-reliance and global respect. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said he put “India’s interest above all else.” Congress leaders Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi wished him good health. Sharad Pawar, Shashi Tharoor, and Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta also sent wishes. The BJP marked the day with nationwide service campaigns. (PC: HT)

Opposition parties attacked the BJP government for allowing India to play Pakistan in the Asia Cup, accusing it of “choosing profit over blood.” Leaders said the decision insulted victims of the Pahalgam terror attack in April, where civilians were killed. Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi said the government “betrayed national sentiment” and cared more about money than people’s pain. Protests were held in Mumbai, Delhi, and other cities. Shiv Sena (UBT) members burnt Pakistan’s flag, while Congress and AAP urged the public to boycott the match. The government has allowed play at multinational events but still bars bilateral matches. (PC: PTI)

Delhi Police have registered a case against the Congress party and its IT Cell over an AI-generated video of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s late mother, Heeraben. The video was posted by Bihar Congress on September 10 and showed look-alikes of Modi and his mother. The BJP called it insulting and “disgusting,” accusing Congress of targeting women and mothers across the country. The FIR was filed at North Avenue Police Station after a BJP complaint. Congress said the video was about a parent teaching her child, but the party has ordered an internal inquiry following the backlash. (PC: News18)

India will elect its next vice-president on September 9. The contest is between NDA candidate CP Radhakrishnan and INDIA bloc’s Sudershan Reddy. Radhakrishnan, Maharashtra’s governor and a BJP leader from Tamil Nadu, is seen as the frontrunner. The NDA holds a clear majority with support from 422 members in Parliament, well above the 394 votes needed to win. Reddy, a retired Supreme Court judge known for strong rulings on black money and Naxal issues, is the opposition’s nominee. The election follows Jagdeep Dhankhar’s sudden resignation in July due to health reasons. Results will be announced the same evening. (PC: HT)

The Congress party criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s proposed three-hour visit to Manipur on September 13. Congress leader Jairam Ramesh said, “This is actually an insult to the people of the state who have waited for him for 29 long and agonising months.” He called the trip a “non-visit,” accusing Modi of being insensitive to the suffering caused by ethnic violence. More than 260 people have died and thousands were displaced since clashes between Meiteis and Kukis began in May 2023. This will be Modi’s first trip to Manipur since the violence, despite repeated demands from the Opposition. (PC: PMO)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the new Goods and Services Tax (GST) changes, calling it the “biggest reform since Independence.” He said, “People will start benefiting from the first day of Navratri. This time, Dhanteras will be more vibrant.” The GST Council has reduced taxes on many items and removed them from bread, dairy, life-saving drugs, and insurance. Only 5% and 18% slabs will remain, while luxury and sin goods will face 40%. Modi added, “These reforms will improve life for citizens, encourage jobs and investment, and strengthen cooperative federalism for a developed India.” (PC: NDTV)

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Monday warned the BJP of a “vote chori hydrogen bomb” while accusing the party and Election Commission of voter fraud in Bihar. Speaking at a rally in Patna, he claimed lakhs of voters were being removed from the list to help the BJP. Gandhi said people had raised the slogan “vote chor, gaddi chhor” and promised more explosive revelations. The BJP dismissed his remarks, with Ravi Shankar Prasad calling him “confused” and “irresponsible”. The ruling party said Gandhi was insulting voters and mocked his rallies, claiming many attendees were brought from outside Bihar. (PC: NDTV)

On August 29, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi appointed two new members and reappointed three existing members to the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) for a three-year term. The new appointees are scientist Dinesh Kumar Aswal and disaster recovery expert Rita Missal. The reappointed members are Rajendra Singh, Krishna Swaroop Vatsa, and Lt Gen Syed Ata Hasnain (Retd). The NDMA, chaired by the Prime Minister, is responsible for laying down policies, plans, and guidelines for disaster management in India. (PC: PTI)