Taylor Fritz became the first American man to reach a Grand Slam final since 2009, defeating Frances Tiafoe 4-6, 7-5, 4-6, 6-4, 6-1 in the US Open semi-final. Fritz, ranked 12th, will face world number one Jannik Sinner, who beat Jack Draper 7-5, 7-6, 6-2. Fritz's victory marks a historic moment for American tennis. He will face Sinner in the final, seeking to claim his first Grand Slam title. The match will be a thrilling showdown between two top players, with Fritz determined to give his all.

Scientists have discovered 1,700 ancient virus species, including 1,200 previously unknown, in melting glaciers on the Tibetan Plateau. The viruses, frozen for 41,000 years, were found in ice cores from the Guliya Glacier. Researchers aim to understand how these ancient viruses adapted to past climate changes, hoping to predict how modern viruses may respond to ongoing environmental shifts. The study, published in Nature Geoscience, provides insights into the connection between viruses and climate change, shedding light on potential impacts on modern viruses.

A Vistara flight from Mumbai to Frankfurt was diverted to Turkey's Erzurum airport on Friday due to a security concern. Sources indicate a bomb threat was discovered in a written message in one of the aircraft's lavatories. The Boeing 787 aircraft landed safely and relevant authorities were alerted. Vistara is cooperating with security agencies to complete mandatory checks. The safety and security of passengers, crew, and aircraft remain the airline's top priority. An investigation is underway.

The Boeing Starliner capsule departed the International Space Station (ISS) on Friday, heading back to Earth without its crew after facing safety issues. NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore, initially set to be on board, stayed behind at the ISS, where they will remain until next year. The capsule undocked smoothly, with springs gently pushing it away from the station. The return flight to Earth is expected to take six hours, with a nighttime landing in the New Mexico desert. Before departure, Williams wished Boeing’s Mission Control good luck. This marks another significant step for Boeing's troubled Starliner program.

On September 6, 2024, India climbed to 15th place in the Paris Paralympics medal standings, with a total of 26 medals, following Praveen Kumar’s gold in men’s high jump T64. India’s medal tally now includes six golds, nine silvers, and 11 bronzes. Praveen Kumar cleared 2.08m to win his second consecutive Paralympic medal. Other notable performances include Harvinder Singh’s historic gold in para archery and Sumit Antil’s gold in men’s javelin throw F64. China leads the medal table with 80 golds and 183 total medals, while India’s best-ever Paralympic haul continues to grow.

On September 8, West Bengal will host its third ‘Reclaim the Night’ protest in response to the rape and murder of a junior doctor in Kolkata. The demonstration, marking one month since the crime, has mobilized thousands of women across the state. The protest will highlight ongoing demands for justice and safer conditions for women. Initially planned as smaller gatherings, the movement has grown into widespread demonstrations. The Central Bureau of Investigation has taken over the case from Kolkata Police after the Calcutta High Court criticized the initial probe.

Donald Trump’s sentencing in his Manhattan hush money case has been postponed to November 26, 2024, by Judge Juan Merchan. Originally scheduled for September 18, the delay comes amid the presidential election season. Trump, convicted in May on 34 felony counts of falsifying business records, could face up to four years in prison. The delay allows for a focused sentencing hearing post-election, avoiding interference with the presidential race. Trump, who maintains his innocence, has labeled the case a “witch hunt.” Prosecutors accused him of covering up a $130,000 payment to silence Stormy Daniels.

Israeli airstrikes in Gaza killed at least 27 Palestinians on September 6, 2024, as a polio vaccination campaign for children continued. The strikes hit Nuseirat refugee camp and Gaza City, among other areas. The ongoing conflict, which began on October 7, 2023, has led to over 40,800 Palestinian deaths and mass displacement. The UN and health agencies are racing to vaccinate 640,000 children against polio amid the violence. Despite multiple diplomatic efforts, a ceasefire remains elusive, with gaps between Israel and Hamas complicating negotiations.

  Praveen Kumar clinched India’s sixth gold medal at the Paris Paralympics 2024, the highest ever in a single edition. The 21-year-old para-athlete set a season best by jumping 2.08m in the men’s high jump T64 event, surpassing USA's Derek Loccident and Uzbekistan's Temurbek Giyazov. Kumar’s victory breaks the Asian record and marks a historic achievement for India, surpassing its previous best of five gold medals from the Tokyo Paralympics. The event highlights Kumar’s remarkable journey from volleyball to high jump, despite congenital impairments affecting his left leg.

The Ambani family began Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations at their Mumbai residence, Antilia, with a grand ceremony on Friday. Mukesh Ambani, along with Anant Ambani and wife Radhika Merchant, welcomed the Lord Ganesh idol, dubbed "Antilia cha Raja," amid traditional chants. The family also donated a 20kg gold crown worth ₹15 crore to Mumbai's iconic Lalbaugcha Raja Ganesh idol. The celebrations, a long-standing tradition for the Ambanis, continue to attract attention for their grandeur. Security across Mumbai has been tightened as the 10-day Ganesh festival begins.