Mumbai received 300 mm of rain in 24 hours, bringing the city to a halt. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis warned the next 48 hours are critical for Mumbai, Thane, Raigad, Ratnagiri and Sindhudurg. Over 500 flights were delayed or cancelled, while Central Railway services were suspended on key routes due to waterlogged tracks. The Mithi river crossed danger levels, forcing evacuation of 500 people. Schools, colleges and most offices remained shut. Several roads, underpasses and highways were flooded, leaving vehicles stranded. The India Meteorological Department has issued a red alert, and citizens are advised to avoid unnecessary travel. (PC: India Today)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in New Delhi on Tuesday. Modi said India and China were making “steady progress” in their ties since his meeting with President Xi Jinping in Kazan last year. During talks, he stressed the importance of peace and stability on the border and called for a fair resolution of disputes. Wang Yi handed over Xi’s invitation for the upcoming SCO Summit in Tianjin, where Modi will attend. This will be Modi’s first visit to China since 2018. Officials said both sides agreed to keep communication channels open. (PC: X)

Arab mediators are waiting for Israel’s reply after Hamas agreed to a new Gaza ceasefire plan. The proposal, backed by Qatar and Egypt, calls for a 60-day truce, release of hostages, and talks for a lasting peace. Hamas said it accepted without changes, hoping it would lead to a permanent deal. Israel has demanded that all hostages be freed at once and Gaza be demilitarised. Prime Minister Netanyahu has not ruled out a partial deal but is preparing for a Gaza City offensive. Families of hostages urged the government to agree, warning delay risks their loved ones’ lives. (PC: BBC)

Heavy rains hit Mumbai on Tuesday, causing a monorail to stall between Chembur and Bhakti Park. Passengers were trapped for over an hour before rescue teams reached the site. The Mumbai Fire Brigade, BMC, and medical teams carried out evacuation efforts, with nearby hospitals on alert. Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis assured safe evacuation and said an investigation will follow. Train services between CSMT and Thane, as well as Kurla and CSMT, were suspended due to flooding. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a red alert for Mumbai and nearby districts. Maharashtra reported 21 rain-related deaths since August 15. (PC: X)

The Union Cabinet has approved the Online Gaming Bill to regulate digital gaming in India. Sources said the Bill will ban all money-based gaming transactions and advertisements for real-money games. Banks and financial institutions will not be allowed to process or transfer funds for such platforms. The Bill promotes e-sports and non-monetary skill-based games while targeting unregistered and illegal sites. The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) will act as the central regulator. The move comes after concerns over fraud, addiction, and high taxes on online gaming. The Bill will be introduced in Lok Sabha on Wednesday. (PC: Indian Today)

Jasveen Sangha, 42, known as the “Ketamine Queen,” will plead guilty to selling ketamine linked to Friends actor Matthew Perry’s death. She faces five charges, including distributing ketamine causing death or serious injury. Perry died in October 2023 at his Los Angeles home from acute ketamine effects. Sangha’s Los Angeles home was called a “drug-selling emporium” by federal prosecutors, with dozens of vials seized. She is one of five people accused of supplying ketamine to Perry. Sangha could face up to 65 years in prison. She will formally enter her guilty plea in the coming weeks. (PC: BBC)

At least 358 people, including 30 children, have died in flash floods across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan. Buner district was the worst hit, with over 200 fatalities. The floods were caused by cloudbursts, with over 150 mm of rain falling within an hour in some areas. Floodwaters swept away homes and buildings, leaving many missing. Authorities are using excavators and other machinery to recover bodies. Relief supplies including tents, blankets, medicines, and food have been sent. Officials warn of more heavy rain until September 10. Since late June, floods have claimed 695 lives across Pakistan this monsoon season. (PC: X)

Ayan Mukerji’s War 2, starring Hrithik Roshan, Jr NTR, and Kiara Advani, collected ₹300.50 crore worldwide in five days. The film made ₹240 crore in India and ₹60.50 crore overseas. With this, War 2 surpassed Akshay Kumar’s Housefull 5, which earned ₹288.58 crore in its lifetime. Despite competition from Rajinikanth’s Coolie, which made ₹404 crore in its opening weekend, War 2 performed well globally. The movie follows events from the 2019 film War and is part of the YRF Spy Universe. Fans praised the action sequences and performances of the lead stars. (PC: HT)

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Russian President Vladimir Putin agreed to meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, marking a major shift after three and a half years of stalemate. Rubio said the meeting, suggested by former US President Donald Trump, could lead to direct discussions and eventually a three-way summit with Trump, Putin, and Zelenskyy. Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov praised Trump’s approach but criticized NATO for eastward expansion. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer called Trump’s commitment to Ukraine’s security a “breakthrough” and said it strengthens the push for peace and regional stability in Europe. (PC: X)

During India’s Asia Cup 2025 squad announcement in Mumbai, chief selector Ajit Agarkar was stopped from answering questions about Pakistan by a BCCI representative. India is scheduled to face Pakistan on September 14 in Dubai, with potential encounters in the Super 4 and final stages. The decision comes amid tensions following the Pahalgam terror attack. Former players like Kedar Jadhav and Harbhajan Singh advised the BCCI against playing Pakistan. Agarkar and T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav announced the squad, including Shubman Gill, Jasprit Bumrah, and Surya Kumar Yadav as captain. The tournament begins on September 9 in the UAE. (PC: India Today)