Vietnam faces severe damage as Typhoon Yagi's aftermath results in 59 deaths. A bridge collapse and bus sweep by flooding in Phu Tho and Cao Bang provinces highlighted the disaster. Typhoon Yagi, the strongest to hit Vietnam in decades, struck on Saturday, causing extensive damage to businesses and infrastructure, particularly in Haiphong and Quang Ninh provinces. Factories suffered significant losses, and nearly 100 enterprises are affected. Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh approved $4.62 million in aid for recovery efforts. The typhoon also caused destruction in the Philippines and China.

In London's Hyde Park, The King’s Troop Royal Horse Artillery fired a 41-gun salute today at midday to mark the two-year anniversary of King Charles III's accession to the throne. This ceremonial event also paid tribute to Queen Elizabeth II, who passed away during this period. Although the official accession day was yesterday, the salute was postponed to avoid Sunday, a day traditionally free from such ceremonies. The grand display of royal honor and tradition drew spectators and reaffirmed the nation's respect for the monarchy.

Former Indian cricket captain Sourav Ganguly has urged the Supreme Court to "give their judgement in this case as soon as possible." Ganguly praised the public's dedication to justice and stressed that the ruling should be an "example to the entire world" and a deterrent against future crimes. The Supreme Court is set to hear the case again on September 17, with the Central Bureau of Investigation required to submit a fresh status report. The case has also intensified calls for the dismissal of Kolkata’s police chief.

UK airports face continued disruption as hundreds of flights are canceled due to bad weather and air-traffic control staff shortages. On Monday, around 3,500 passengers at Gatwick saw their flights grounded, with easyJet canceling multiple routes. The issue follows similar problems over the weekend, including 240 British Airways cancellations affecting 40,000 passengers. The air-navigation provider Nats cited temporary air-traffic restrictions and staff absences. Ryanair has called for the resignation of Nats CEO Martin Rolfe, while calls for leadership changes at Gatwick intensify amid ongoing chaos.

The Paris Paralympics 2024 concluded with a vibrant closing ceremony at Stade de France, featuring a spectacular performance by top DJs. India celebrated a historic achievement, securing a record 29 medals, including 7 golds, 9 silvers, and 13 bronzes. Flagbearers Harvinder Singh and Preethi Pal led the parade, symbolizing India's outstanding performance. Singh, the first Indian archer to win Paralympic gold, and Pal, who won two bronze medals, highlighted India’s success. The Games, which faced challenging weather, saw the Paralympic Flame passed to Los Angeles for the 2028 Games.

Super Typhoon Yagi has caused severe devastation in northern Vietnam, including the collapse of the 375-meter Phong Chau bridge in Phu Tho province. The disaster has led to 10 cars and two scooters falling into the Red River, with three rescued and 13 missing. Yagi, Asia’s strongest storm of the year, has killed over 60 people since hitting Vietnam on September 7. The typhoon brought winds up to 203 km/h (126 mph), causing landslides, floods, and widespread power outages. Authorities have launched rescue operations and advised residents to stay indoors.

U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris paid tribute to her Indian grandparents on National Grandparents Day. Reflecting on their legacy, Harris recalled how her grandfather, PV Gopalan, taught her about the importance of fighting for equality and against corruption during her childhood visits to India. Gopalan, a retired civil servant, had worked for India's independence and helped resettle refugees from East Pakistan. Harris also honored her grandmother, Rajam Gopalan, who advocated for women's access to birth control across India. Harris credited their commitment to public service for inspiring her career.

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has delayed Kolkata Police Commissioner Vineet Goyal's resignation, citing upcoming Durga Puja preparations. The BJP has demanded Goyal's dismissal following the Kolkata hospital rape-murder case that has raised concerns about the police's role. Banerjee revealed that Goyal had offered to resign, but stated, "Someone aware of law and order has to be there." The Supreme Court highlighted missing documents from the investigation, questioning the postmortem process. The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) continues to probe critical forensic sample collection in the case, heightening political tensions.

India has reported an isolated case of mpox (monkeypox), confirmed by the Union Health Ministry. The infected individual recently traveled from a country experiencing mpox transmission and is currently in stable condition at a designated isolation facility. The ministry clarified that the detected strain is not related to the one declared a global public health emergency by WHO. Laboratory tests identified the virus as West African clade 2, consistent with previous cases in India since July 2022. Public health measures, including contact tracing, are being enforced to prevent further spread, with no widespread risk reported.

Mahavir Phogat, uncle of wrestler Vinesh Phogat, expressed disappointment over his niece's decision to join politics instead of focusing on the 2028 Olympics. Vinesh, recently fielded by Congress for the Julana Assembly seat in Haryana, had earlier retired from wrestling after being disqualified from the Paris Olympics. Mahavir, a former wrestler and Dronacharya awardee, shared that he had hoped Vinesh would pursue another Olympic gold. He emphasized that her decision to enter politics was independent of her participation in the wrestlers' protest against Brij Bhushan Singh. Mahavir’s daughter, Babita Phogat, had joined BJP in 2019.