A 37% increase in property purchases by Indian investors in Greece occurred between July and August, driven by a rush to secure residency before new regulations took effect on September 1. The Golden Visa Programme, launched in 2013, allowed non-EU citizens to obtain residency permits by investing in real estate, initially set at €250,000. However, rising demand has led to an investment threshold increase to €800,000 in popular areas like Athens and Mykonos. The program remains appealing due to attractive rental yields and access to quality healthcare and education in the EU.

A 64-year-old American woman became the first to use a "suicide pod," known as Sarco, to end her life in Switzerland, raising legal concerns. The woman, suffering from severe immune compromise, died near the Swiss-German border, with the device flooding the chamber with nitrogen to induce death. Authorities detained several individuals, including a photographer, for alleged incitement and accessory to suicide. Swiss Health Minister Elisabeth Baume-Schneider warned that the pod may not comply with safety laws, complicating its legal status in assisted suicide, which remains a contentious issue in Switzerland.

At the UN General Assembly, Oscar-winning actress Meryl Streep criticized the Taliban's oppressive measures against Afghan women, stating, “A cat has more freedom than a woman in Kabul.” Streep condemned the Taliban's restrictions on women's rights, noting that public parks have been closed to women and girls. She emphasized the urgent need for global intervention to protect Afghan women's rights, urging the international community to unite for change. Streep's remarks reflect the ongoing struggle faced by women under the Taliban’s extreme interpretation of Islamic law since 2021.

Israel intensified its strikes on Hezbollah-linked targets in Lebanon, hitting 1,500 sites in 24 hours. According to Lebanon’s Health Ministry, the death toll has reached 564, including 50 children, and over 1,835 people have been wounded. Six people died, and 15 others were injured in a targeted strike in Beirut on Tuesday. Thousands of Lebanese citizens are fleeing to safer areas as the conflict escalates, and flights have been canceled. Hezbollah continued firing rockets, while global leaders, including U.S. President Joe Biden, urged diplomacy to prevent a broader regional war.

The father of Akshay Shinde, accused of sexually assaulting two girls in Badlapur, has petitioned the Bombay High Court for a special investigation team (SIT) probe, alleging a "fake encounter." Shinde was shot dead by Thane Police while being transported for questioning regarding a case filed by his estranged wife. Police claim Shinde snatched a pistol and fired at officers, prompting them to shoot in self-defense. Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde defended the police action, but opposition leaders question the encounter's legitimacy, suspecting a conspiracy to protect others involved.

Lebanese journalist Fadi Boudaya was injured when an Israeli missile struck his home during a live TV interview. A viral video shows him abruptly thrown off-screen as the missile hit. Boudaya, the editor-in-chief of Miraya International Network, later confirmed on Twitter that he is fine, expressing gratitude for the concern he received. The incident highlights the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hezbollah, which has seen escalated violence, resulting in 558 deaths in Lebanon, including 50 children. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu urged Lebanese citizens to evacuate their homes for safety amid ongoing strikes.

Israel has confirmed that its airstrike on Beirut's southern suburbs killed a senior Hezbollah commander, contributing to a rising death toll in Lebanon. According to the Lebanese health ministry, at least 550 people, including 50 children, have died since Monday's escalation, which is the deadliest since the civil war ended in 1990. Thousands are fleeing southern Lebanon, with makeshift shelters being established in closed schools. Israel aims to eliminate the threat from Hezbollah while the group claims it is resisting Israeli aggression and supporting Palestinians in Gaza, heightening fears of regional conflict.

Two Russian cosmonauts, Oleg Kononenko and Nikolai Chub, successfully returned to Earth on Monday after setting a record 374-day continuous stay aboard the International Space Station (ISS). During this mission, Kononenko, 60, also achieved a remarkable milestone by surpassing 1,111 total days in space across five missions. American astronaut Tracy Dyson, who launched to the ISS in March, accompanied them in the Soyuz MS-25 capsule, landing in Kazakhstan. Despite plans to establish an independent Russian space station, ongoing partnerships with the U.S. continue on the ISS amidst geopolitical tensions.

At the UN Summit for the Future, Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized the urgent need for reforms in global institutions, asserting that "reform is the key to relevance." Addressing global challenges, he highlighted terrorism and emerging conflicts in cyberspace and maritime domains. Modi also showcased India’s commitment to sustainable development, noting the elevation of 250 million people from poverty. He reaffirmed India's readiness to share its Digital Public Infrastructure for global good and voiced the need for responsible technology governance, stating, “For India, One Earth One Family One Future is a commitment.”

In a remarkable feat, the Indian Army hoisted the Tricolour underwater at Indira Point, India's southernmost tip, after its first-ever expedition from Siachen Glacier. The expedition, covering 5,500 km through diverse terrains and waterways, was flagged off on July 30, 2024. The team cycled through Ladakh and Himachal Pradesh, paying homage at the National War Memorial in Delhi on August 22. After a 54-day journey, they reached Indira Point on September 21, commemorating the Territorial Army's Platinum Jubilee and honoring the area submerged since the 2004 tsunami.