US President Joe Biden welcomed Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Delaware for bilateral talks. Discussions focused on China’s actions in the Indo-Pacific and the ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza. Both leaders reviewed new ways to strengthen the India-US Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership. Modi, accompanied by top officials, was greeted warmly by the Indian community upon his arrival. He will also attend the Quad Summit, meet Australian and Japanese leaders, and engage in talks with tech CEOs. Modi will later address the United Nations on global peace and development.

The death toll from an Israeli airstrike on Beirut's Dahieh neighborhood has risen to 37, Lebanon's health ministry reported, with women and children among the victims. The Friday attack targeted a Hezbollah stronghold, destroying buildings and leaving 68 people wounded. Rescue operations continued throughout Saturday as medical personnel searched for survivors. Hezbollah confirmed the deaths of two senior commanders in the strike. The Lebanese health minister condemned the attack as a violation of international law, stating, “those killed were civilians, not Hezbollah members.”

A Ukrainian drone attack ignited a massive fire at a Russian missile depot in Tver, 300 miles from Ukraine's border. Moscow’s defense ministry confirmed the incident and reported a second drone strike in Krasnodar, also causing explosions. Russian forces claim they shot down 101 Ukrainian drones during the night, across Russian territories and Crimea. Ukraine's Foreign Minister warned of potential Russian strikes on nuclear facilities. Meanwhile, President Zelenskyy plans to meet Donald Trump in the U.S. next week, presenting a "victory plan" to end the conflict.

During his visit to the US, Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the Indian diaspora for their contributions across diverse sectors in the country. Modi, welcomed by excited community members chanting his name in Wilmington, Delaware, shared on X that the Indian community has "distinguished itself in the USA." He will address the @ModiandUS program in New York City on September 22, highlighting India-US bonds. Modi’s US visit also includes the Quad Summit with leaders from Australia, Japan, and the US, followed by addressing the UN General Assembly on September 23 in New York.

Dai Davies, former head of Scotland Yard’s Royal Protection Command, revealed he raised concerns about Mohamed Al Fayed's reputation to the Royal Family in the 1990s. He was alarmed when Princess Diana went on holiday with Al Fayed and her sons in 1997, a month before her death. Al Fayed, who died last year, faces serious allegations of sexual abuse, with 37 women accusing him of assault while they worked at Harrods. Fulham FC, which he owned from 1997-2013, has expressed concern over the accusations and is investigating if any staff were affected.

Rishabh Pant marked a triumphant return to Test cricket, scoring his sixth century in the ongoing match against Bangladesh. The wicketkeeper-batter smashed 109 off 128 balls, displaying his aggressive style after a 634-day absence following a near-fatal car accident in December 2022. Pant’s remarkable recovery and performance have astounded fans and teammates alike. He now shares the Indian record for most Test hundreds by a wicketkeeper with his mentor, MS Dhoni. Pant’s fearless approach and resilience continue to solidify his status as a once-in-a-generation cricketer.

US Vice President Kamala Harris has accepted CNN's invitation for a second presidential debate on October 23, 2024. Her campaign is calling on Donald Trump to join, noting it will follow the same format as a June debate that he praised. Trump, who recently declared that he wouldn't participate in any more debates before the November election, has not responded to the invitation. The first debate, held on September 10, saw both candidates claim victory, with heated discussions on immigration, abortion, economic crises, and ongoing wars in Ukraine and Gaza.

India continues to dominate the 2024 Chess Olympiad in Budapest, securing victory in all eight rounds without losing a single game. India leads the 188-team tournament with 16 points, ahead of Uzbekistan and Hungary at 14 points. Their recent win was a 3.5-0.5 triumph over Iran. Chess experts, including Hungary’s Peter Leko, highlight India's young, determined, and well-prepared team. In the individual race for top board gold, India’s Gukesh Dommaraju is leading against Magnus Carlsen, Nodirbek Abdusattorov, and Fabiano Caruana.

Rinson Jose, a Kerala-born Norwegian citizen, is under investigation for his company's alleged connection to the deadly pager blasts that killed 12 people in Lebanon. Jose, who owns Norta Global Ltd. in Bulgaria, was implicated in supplying modified pagers reportedly linked to Hezbollah. Initial investigations indicated the devices were manufactured in Taiwan and Hungary. However, Bulgarian authorities later stated that the pagers involved were neither imported nor manufactured in Bulgaria, and there were no transactions related to terrorism financing. Jose’s relatives maintain his innocence, stating he has been unreachable since the blasts.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has arrived in the US for a three-day visit, starting in Philadelphia before attending the Quad summit in Wilmington, Delaware. Upon arrival, he interacted with members of the Indian community and was warmly welcomed by US officials. President Joe Biden expressed enthusiasm for the summit, emphasizing the importance of collaboration among the leaders of India, Australia, and Japan. Modi will also address the UN's "Summit of the Future" and hold bilateral meetings with world leaders, including Biden, focusing on global challenges and strengthening ties.