Two coaches of the Indore-Jabalpur Superfast Express derailed near Jabalpur station in Madhya Pradesh on Saturday morning. The incident occurred around 5:40 am as the train was approaching platform number 6. Fortunately, no passengers were injured. The derailed coaches were located just behind the engine, about 50 meters from the platform. Restoration work is underway, and a committee has been formed to investigate the cause of the derailment. The incident has caused disruptions in train services, with officials working to restore normal operations.

A rocket-propelled bomb attack by Kuki insurgents in Moirang town, Manipur, killed an elderly man and injured five others, including a 13-year-old girl. The attack occurred near the Indian National Army Museum and the former Chief Minister's residence. This is the second incident in five days involving a minor being injured in a drone or rocket attack by Kuki insurgents. The incident has raised concerns about the escalating violence in the region. The police are investigating the attack, which has left the town in a state of shock.

The Enforcement Directorate's (ED) probe into financial irregularities at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital has uncovered a luxurious bungalow linked to former principal Dr. Sandip Ghosh. Located in South 24 Parganas, the two-story property is registered in Ghosh's and his wife Sangeeta's names. The ED's investigation follows allegations of mismanagement at the institution, where a trainee doctor was raped and murdered. The agency's findings indicate that Ghosh's assets are under scrutiny. Further investigation is underway to determine the source of funding for the bungalow.

The Ambani family welcomed Ganpati Bappa to their Antilia residence, marking the beginning of Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations. Newlyweds Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant participated in the festivities, with Radhika carrying a puja thali in a red sharara set. Nita Ambani and Mukesh Ambani joined in the traditional rituals, performing puja alongside their family members. The celebrations were marked by traditional attire, rituals, and devotion, showcasing the family's spiritual traditions. The Ambani family's Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations were a display of their cultural heritage and faith.

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.

West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose referred the recently passed anti-rape bill to President Droupadi Murmu for review. The bill, passed amid protests following the rape and murder of a trainee doctor at Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College, proposes capital punishment for rapists. Bose criticized the Trinamool Congress-led government for "glaring defects and lapses" in the bill. He urged the government to act effectively, stating, "Justice must be delivered within the existing legal framework." The case is currently being investigated by the CBI after a Kolkata Police volunteer was arrested.

A bomb attack at the residence of former Manipur Chief Minister Mairembam Koireng in Moirang, Bishnupur district, on Friday claimed the life of an elderly man, RK Rabei Singh, who was preparing ritual items for an upcoming event. The attack, suspected to be carried out by Kuki militants, occurred around 3:30 pm. Five others were injured. The rocket was fired from a hill area, with local MLA and police arriving at the scene shortly after. The incident site is located 2 km from the INA headquarters.

Olympian wrestlers Vinesh Phogat and Bajrang Punia are set to join the Indian National Congress on Saturday, ahead of the upcoming Haryana assembly elections. The move follows their meeting with Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on September 4 in New Delhi, sparking speculation about their political debut. Vinesh Phogat has resigned from her position with Indian Railways, signaling a serious shift towards politics. Their entry into Congress is seen as a strategic boost for the party, particularly as some Haryana Congress leaders have expressed concerns over forming an alliance with AAP. The addition of these sports icons is expected to strengthen Congress’ position in the region.

The Congress has accused Sebi chairperson Madhabi Puri Buch of a potential conflict of interest, alleging she received rent from a Mumbai-based company whose sister concern was under investigation by Sebi. This new charge adds to the opposition party's criticism of Buch's tenure. The Congress claims Buch's actions raise questions about her impartiality in regulating the markets. Sebi has been probing the company's sister concern for alleged regulatory violations. The Congress is demanding a thorough investigation into Buch's dealings and calling for her resignation. The allegations have sparked a fresh controversy surrounding Buch's leadership at Sebi.

A new study published in Nature reveals India as the world's largest plastic polluter, releasing 9.3 million tonnes of plastic waste annually. This accounts for one-fifth of global plastic emissions. The country's official waste generation rate is likely underestimated, as it excludes rural areas, open burning, and informal recycling. Nigeria and Indonesia follow with 3.5 and 3.4 million tonnes of emissions, respectively.