US President Donald Trump has vowed tough action against illegal immigrant criminals after the brutal killing of Indian national Chandra Nagamallaiah in Dallas. The 50-year-old was beheaded with a machete by Yordanis Cobos-Martinez, a 37-year-old Cuban national, in front of his wife and son. Trump said, “The time for being soft on these illegal immigrant criminals is over under my watch.” He blamed the Biden administration for allowing Cobos-Martinez to remain in the US despite his criminal past. Dallas Police said the suspect was arrested at the scene, covered in blood, and admitted to the murder. (PC: India Today)

British actor Owen Cooper made history at the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards in Los Angeles. At just 15, he won best supporting actor for Netflix’s Adolescence, becoming the youngest male Emmy winner ever. The drama, about teenagers and social media, swept the awards, also winning best limited series, directing, and writing. Co-stars Stephen Graham and Erin Doherty also took home acting prizes. Cooper called his win “surreal” and thanked his family and team. He broke the record set in 1973 by Scott Jacoby. Roxana Zal remains the youngest overall acting winner, crowned at age 14 in 1984. (PC: Getty Images)

Indian captain Suryakumar Yadav dedicated his team’s seven-wicket win over Pakistan in the Asia Cup 2025 to the Indian armed forces. After the match, he expressed solidarity with the victims of the recent Pahalgam terror attack. “We stand by the families of the victims of Pahalgam,” Suryakumar said in the post-match press conference. “We express our solidarity and want to dedicate the win to all our armed forces. Hope they continue to inspire us all.” India chased down 128 runs in 15.5 overs, with Suryakumar and Shivam Dube guiding the team to a convincing Group A victory.

Kolkata is shining at night thanks to the Kolkata Restorers, a citizens’ group led by Mudar Patherya. In just 21 months, they have illuminated 92 heritage buildings, temples, churches, and markets across the city. The project began with lighting a single dome but soon expanded to landmarks like Raj Bhavan, the Geological Survey of India, and Hogg Market. Lighting experts use layered LEDs to highlight details, while restorers repair damaged structures. Even century-old tower clocks are being fixed by fourth-generation clock repairer Swapan Dutta. Patherya now aims to light 200 buildings, making Kolkata glow like Paris at night. (PC: BBC)

India defeated Pakistan by seven wickets in their Asia Cup 2025 Group A match but refused the customary post-match handshake. Suryakumar Yadav and Shivam Dube, who guided India past the 128-run target in 15.5 overs, walked straight to the dressing room without greeting Pakistan players. Reports said none of the Indian squad came out to meet their rivals, despite Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha and his team waiting outside. Pakistan’s white-ball coach Mike Hesson was reportedly angered by the incident. Handshakes are tradition, not rule, but India’s decision highlighted the tense atmosphere surrounding the India-Pakistan rivalry. (PC: India Today)

India defeated Pakistan by seven wickets in their Asia Cup 2025 Group A match but refused the customary post-match handshake. Suryakumar Yadav and Shivam Dube, who guided India past the 128-run target in 15.5 overs, walked straight to the dressing room without greeting Pakistan players. Reports said none of the Indian squad came out to meet their rivals, despite Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha and his team waiting outside. Pakistan’s white-ball coach Mike Hesson was reportedly angered by the incident. Handshakes are tradition, not rule, but India’s decision highlighted the tense atmosphere surrounding the India-Pakistan rivalry. (PC: X)

India’s Jaismine Lamboria (57kg) and Minakshi Hooda (48kg) made history by winning gold medals at the World Boxing Championships 2025. Jaismine defeated Paris Olympics silver medallist Julia Szeremeta of Poland 4-1 in the final, saying, “I have no words to describe how I am feeling.” Minakshi, a debutant, out-punched Paris Olympics bronze medallist Nazym Kyzaibay of Kazakhstan 4-1, avenging her World Cup loss in July. India also won silver and bronze through Nupur Sheoran (80+kg) and Pooja Rani (80kg). The victories marked India’s best-ever campaign in women’s boxing on foreign soil, highlighting the nation’s growing strength in the sport. (PC: NDTV)

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has summoned Bollywood actress Urvashi Rautela to appear at its Delhi office on September 16 in the 1xBet online betting case. Former Trinamool Congress MP Mimi Chakraborty has also been called on September 15 in connection with the case. ED sources confirmed both have been asked to cooperate with the investigation. The probe has already questioned several high-profile individuals, including cricketers Suresh Raina and Shikhar Dhawan. Dhawan was questioned for eight hours over his alleged link to the betting app through endorsements. The central government recently banned real-money online gaming through new legislation. (PC: X)

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has said, “We will never surrender” to far-right protesters after over 100,000 people joined an anti-immigration rally in London led by Tommy Robinson. Starmer added, “Our flag represents our diverse country,” and warned, “We will not tolerate citizens being targeted for their background or the colour of their skin.” He condemned attacks on police officers during the march. The rally, called “Unite the Kingdom,” featured chants like “Stop the boats” and “Tommy, whose street?” A 5,000-strong counter-protest also took place. Starmer stressed, “Britain is a nation built on tolerance, diversity, and respect.” (PC: India Today)

India defeated Pakistan by 7 wickets in their Asia Cup 2025 clash at Dubai International Stadium. Pakistan were restricted to 127/9 in 20 overs, with Kuldeep Yadav and Axar Patel taking key wickets. India chased the target comfortably in 15.5 overs, led by captain Suryakumar Yadav, who scored 47* off 37 balls. Kuldeep Yadav also starred with three crucial wickets. The win was sealed with 25 balls to spare, highlighting India’s dominance in both batting and bowling. With this victory, India retains the top spot in Group A and is all but confirmed for the Super 4 stage. (PC: BBC)