Ladakh DGP SD Singh Jamwal linked climate activist Sonam Wangchuk to a Pakistani intelligence operative, justifying his NSA detention after deadly Leh violence. Four people died and over 80 security personnel were injured when 7,000 protesters pelted stones and torched buildings on September 24, demanding statehood and Sixth Schedule status. The DGP accused Wangchuk of sabotaging ongoing Centre talks and having "history of instigation" citing Nepal agitation, Bangladesh, and Arab Spring. A Pakistani Intelligence Operative allegedly "reporting" Wangchuk was detained with incriminating material. Foreign funding violations are being investigated. Forty-four people were arrested including ringleaders. Leh remains under curfew for four consecutive days as authorities conduct raids for absconding rioters.

At least 31 people, including children, died in a stampede at TVK chief Vijay's political rally in Tamil Nadu's Karur, with dozens more injured. The tragedy occurred when massive crowds attended the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam leader's campaign event. Videos showed sea of people extending hundreds of meters, with several fainting due to overcrowding. Vijay was seen addressing crowds from his election vehicle, announcing ambulances were en route as people collapsed. Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin deployed ministers and ordered immediate medical assistance, while requesting public cooperation with authorities. Opposition leaders including AIADMK's Palaniswami and BJP's Tamilisai Soundararajan expressed condolences and questioned government preparedness. The incident highlights crowd management failures at major political gatherings in the state.

Maulana Tauqeer Raza Khan, chief of Ittehad-e-Millat Council, was arrested Saturday after his call for protests supporting the 'I Love Muhammad' campaign sparked violent clashes in Bareilly. Eight people were arrested and sent to 14-day judicial custody. Police registered 10 FIRs, with seven naming Raza as accused. The controversy originated when Kanpur police filed cases against 24 people for displaying 'I Love Muhammad' boards during September 4 Eid processions, which Hindu groups opposed. Violence erupted after Friday prayers when protesters gathered outside mosques and threw stones at police. Internet services were suspended for 48 hours as a precautionary measure. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath warned against disrupting law and order, while opposition leaders criticized police action.

Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif, in a viral interview with Mehdi Hasan on Zeteo, exposed the country’s deep civil-military imbalance. When asked if he could dismiss Army Chief General Asim Munir, Asif evaded a direct answer, citing “consensus” and “practical necessity.” Intelligence sources interpreted this as a calculated move prioritizing political survival over constitutional civilian supremacy. Analysts argue that admitting such authority could provoke military backlash, while affirming it might destabilize the fragile Shehbaz Sharif-led coalition. The interview has sparked intense debate, reinforcing perceptions that Pakistan’s democracy operates under military constraints. Asif’s stance highlights the enduring shadow of the armed forces over elected leadership.

Mumbai Police arrested Dilip Choudhary from West Bengal for allegedly making extortion calls to comedian Kapil Sharma, demanding ₹1 crore. Between September 22 and 23, Sharma received seven threatening calls and videos. Choudhary invoked gangster names Rohit Godara and Goldy Brar to instill fear. The Mumbai Crime Branch is investigating whether Choudhary has direct links to these gangsters or was impersonating them. He has been remanded to police custody until September 30. Officials confirmed the threats were both verbal and visual. The probe continues to determine the full extent of the conspiracy and any organized crime connections. (PC: Pinterest)

Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif clarified that the strategic defence pact with Saudi Arabia was not a direct reaction to Israel’s strike in Qatar, though it may have accelerated the agreement. Asif emphasized the pact formalizes a decades-long defence relationship that was previously transactional. While he had earlier hinted at Pakistan’s nuclear umbrella extending to Riyadh, he later denied nuclear weapons were part of the deal, stating they were “not on the radar.” He declined to discuss specifics, citing the confidential nature of defence pacts. The joint statement highlighted historic ties, Islamic solidarity, and shared strategic interests between the two nations. (PC: X & NDTV)

India narrowly defeated Sri Lanka in the final Super 4 match of Asia Cup 2025, despite posting the tournament’s highest total. Sri Lanka’s Pathum Nissanka scored a blistering 52-ball century, exposing India’s bowling frailties. Injuries to Hardik Pandya, Tilak Varma, and Abhishek Sharma raised concerns, with Dubai’s extreme heat causing cramps and fatigue. Dew and early swing could impact Sunday’s final against Pakistan, especially with Shaheen Afridi and Haris Rauf posing threats. India’s bowling coach confirmed Hardik’s fitness will be reassessed. With Pakistan fresher and confident, the final promises a tighter contest than previous encounters. Cramps and dew may prove decisive. (PC: The Daily Jagran & Cricket Bazar)

Harjit Kaur, a 73-year-old undocumented immigrant from Punjab, was deported from the US after 30 years. Despite paying taxes and reporting to ICE every six months, she was suddenly detained, denied food and medicine, and flown back to India in a detainee uniform. Her lawyer alleges she was denied basic facilities, given non-vegetarian food despite being vegetarian, and forced to sleep on the floor. Kaur’s asylum plea was rejected in 2012, yet she remained compliant. She now faces uncertainty in India, unaware why she was deported. Her only wish is to reunite with her grandchildren in the US. (PC: India Today)

On September 24, Leh witnessed unprecedented violence as nearly 7,000 people clashed with security forces, resulting in four deaths and over 80 injuries. DGP SD Singh Jamwal confirmed Sonam Wangchuk’s detention under the NSA, citing his alleged role in derailing talks on Ladakh’s statehood and Sixth Schedule demands. Wangchuk’s purported Pakistan links and foreign funding are under investigation, with a Pakistan Intelligence Operative detained. Police vehicles were torched, CRPF jawans critically injured, and three women officers narrowly escaped arson. Forty-four arrests have been made, including key instigators. The BJP office was also attacked. Curfew continues in Leh, with intensified patrolling and raids underway.

A disturbing video surfaced showing a federal immigration agent shoving a woman to the ground at a New York City immigration courthouse. The incident occurred after the woman and her child were separated from a man, reportedly her husband, by ICE agents. The agent then forcefully pushed the woman against a wall and onto the floor, causing public outrage. The agent did not identify himself, present a warrant, or provide lawful grounds for the detention. In response, ICE relieved the officer of his duties, and Democratic lawmakers are calling for further disciplinary action.