BILKUL ONLINE— The Weekly News Wrap
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- 9:00 PM | 28 Sept – 29 Sept 2026
National News Highlights
1. Supreme Court asks Centre to consider 18-year minimum for social-media accounts
The Supreme Court has asked the Centre to frame rules requiring social-media platforms to comply with Indian law regarding minors, including an 18-year minimum for independent membership.
2. SC seeks exemption for Class 6 students from three-language policy
The Supreme Court has asked the Centre and CBSE to consider extending to current Class 6 students the exemption from the three-language framework already granted to certain higher classes.
3. India shines at Asian Games with strong medal haul
Indian athletes produced a memorable Day 10 at the Asian Games, with two gold medals and three national records among the day’s highlights.
4. Heavy security remains in Ujjain after clashes
Security has been tightened around Ujjain’s historic Shahi Masjid following tensions linked to fabricated AI-generated videos showing the mosque being completely demolished.
5. J&K Assembly passes resolution seeking restoration of full statehood
The Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly passed a resolution seeking immediate restoration of full statehood to the Union Territory after a debate in the House.
6. IMD forecasts heavy rain across several states
The weather office has warned of heavy rainfall in parts of the Northeast and southern India, including Assam, Meghalaya, Kerala, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and the northeastern states. Thunderstorms and gusty winds are also expected in some areas.
7. India’s water reserves fall to 10-year low
India’s live water storage stood at around 70% of total capacity, below the 10-year average of 76.62%, according to data reported on Tuesday.
8. NCERT releases new Class 9 Social Science textbook
NCERT has released Understanding Society: India and Beyond — Part 2 for Grade 9, with copies available through authorised channels from September 29.
9. Indian Navy begins commanders’ conference in New Delhi
The Navy’s three-day Commanders’ Conference 2026 began in New Delhi, bringing senior naval leadership together for an operational and strategic review.
10. FASTag Annual Pass crosses one-crore milestone
The FASTag Annual Pass has crossed one crore issuances since its launch last year, according to the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways.
International News Highlights
1. Thailand flood death toll reaches at least 23
Severe flooding has affected 42 provinces in Thailand. Bangkok received around 320 mm of rain over three days, while airport operations have also been disrupted.
2. US and Russian officials discuss Ukraine war and post-war energy cooperation
Russian presidential envoy Kirill Dmitriev held talks with US officials in Washington on efforts toward a peaceful resolution of the Ukraine conflict and possible future energy cooperation.
3. Iran-US diplomacy continues through mediators
Iranian and US officials have continued separate contacts with mediators as efforts to explore a possible path toward ending the ongoing conflict remain under discussion.
4. China announces fresh measures to support its economy
China announced measures including a cut in its pledged supplementary lending rate and expanded support for infrastructure, technology, small businesses and first-time homebuyers.
5. Ukraine reports deadly Russian drone attacks
Russian drone strikes hit several Ukrainian locations, with Reuters reporting deaths and damage including an attack that hit a science academy facility in Kyiv.
Quote of the Day
“You cannot swim for new horizons until you have courage to lose sight of the shore.”
— William Faulkner
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