The special session of parliament called "Amrit Kaal" begins today to commemorate India's parliamentary legacy and resolve to become a developed nation by 2047. It is a 5-day session where Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha MPs will assemble in the Central Hall. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the Lok Sabha. The agenda focuses on discussing the evolution of India's parliamentary democracy. Eight bills are listed including the Forest Conservation Amendment Bill and the Multi-State Cooperative Societies Amendment Bill. The session aims to highlight 75 years of independence and chart the roadmap ahead for India's growth and development in the next 25 years.

Foxconn, Apple's largest supplier, is set to double its workforce in India. Foxconn India head V Lee announced the plans in a LinkedIn post wishing PM Modi on his birthday. Foxconn already employs 40,000 at its Tamil Nadu plant and seeks to rapidly expand manufacturing capacity in India amid worsening geopolitics. The move aligns with Foxconn's aim to reduce over-reliance on China. Lee stated Foxconn will work harder to present an even greater employment boost and investment next year. Reports last year suggested Foxconn planned to add 53,000 workers in India over two years. Recently, Foxconn announced $600 million investments in Karnataka focused on iPhone casing and chip equipment. The announcement highlights India's potential as Foxconn diversifies from China.

The Met Office has issued an amber weather warning for heavy rain in southwest England and South Wales on Sunday. Up to 10cm of rainfall is expected in the region, raising the risk of flooding and travel disruption. The alert comes as the UK faces widespread storms, with the Met Office also imposing a yellow 'severe thunderstorm' warning across London and southeast England from Sunday afternoon to early Monday. This indicates potential disruption from lightning strikes, hail and strong winds. With two back-to-back weather warnings, parts of the UK seem set for a stormy Sunday with torrential downpours. Residents are advised to prepare for potential floods and travel chaos amid the forecast extreme rainfall.

India clinched their record 8th Asia Cup title after thrashing Sri Lanka by 10 wickets in the final. Chasing just 51, openers Shubman Gill and Ishan Kishan comfortably steered India to victory in just 5.3 overs, marking the lowest ever total in an ODI Asia Cup final. The sensational win was scripted by pacer Mohammed Siraj's match-winning 6 wicket haul, demolishing Sri Lanka for 73 in 22 overs, their lowest ODI total against India. Siraj's incisive bowling, including a stunning 4-wicket maiden over, proved decisive in difficult conditions. His 6/21 was instrumental in bowling out Sri Lanka for a paltry score, enabling India's crushing 10-wicket triumph to seize the Asia Cup crown.

Director Atlee has confirmed the possibility of a sequel to his upcoming film 'Jawan' starring Shah Rukh Khan in a double role. Atlee said he would only proceed with 'Jawan 2' if a strong script materializes, as he leaves his films open-ended. The climax of 'Jawan' hinted at the return of SRK's characters Azad and Vikram Rathore for another heist. Atlee expressed interest in a spin-off focused on Vikram Rathore. Recent reports indicate Atlee has asked his team to start scripting the sequel, exciting fans. However, Vijay Sethupathi may not return for the sequel. Atlee typically makes sequels only with powerful scripts, so 'Jawan 2' depends on a compelling storyline emerging. (Image courtesy: Atlee on X)

Indian pacer Mohammed Siraj decimated Sri Lanka's top order in the Asia Cup final to become the fourth fastest Indian to 50 ODI wickets. After Jasprit Bumrah dismissed opener Kusal Perera early, Siraj produced a match-defining double wicket maiden over. He removed Nissanka, Samarawickrama, Asalanka and de Silva to leave Sri Lanka tottering at 12/5. Siraj then returned to bag his maiden ODI five-wicket haul by castling skipper Shanaka. India had finished Super 4s top with wins over Pakistan and Sri Lanka before losing to Bangladesh. In the final, Shanaka opted to bat first after winning the toss. Siraj's brilliance put India firmly in control as they aimed to clinch a record 8th Asia Cup title.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated 'Yashobhoomi' convention center in Dwarka, Delhi today. In a tweet, he praised it as a testimony to modern architecture and sustainable design with state-of-the-art facilities and eco-friendly features. By connecting to the Airport Express Metro, Yashobhoomi enables hosting major global events in Delhi seamlessly. The PM termed it a symbol of sustainable growth. Built at Rs 5,400 crore, it has 15 convention halls spread over 73,000 sqm with capacity for 11,000 delegates. The inauguration highlights Modi's vision for world-class infrastructure and commitment to sustainable development. Yashobhoomi will boost India as a global business destination.

On the occasion of Vishwakarma Jayanti, Prime Minister Modi paid tribute to craftsmen and artisans by launching the 'PM Vishwakarma' scheme. With an allocation of ₹13,000 crore, this scheme aims to provide recognition, skill training, financial aid and marketing support to traditional artisans while preserving cultural heritage. Emphasizing the 'Guru-Shishya parampara', the program promotes family-based craftsmanship. The launch at the India Expo Centre in Delhi reaffirmed Modi's commitment to uplift artisanal communities. Fully funded by the government, this initiative drew praise from the PM for artisans' dedication and innovation. Overall, the PM Vishwakarma scheme seeks to empower artisans and safeguard traditional crafts.

Indian-American Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy has promised to overhaul the H-1B visa program if elected in 2024. Despite personally using H-1B visas 29 times, Ramaswamy criticized the current lottery-based system as "indentured servitude", instead advocating for a merit-based process. He aims to eliminate chain-based migration under the reformed system. Ramaswamy acknowledged the system is broken, mirroring Trump's 2016 stance despite also having previously hired H-1B workers. With over 780,000 applicants vying for 85,000 H-1B slots in 2021, demand remains incredibly high. 

The India Club in London, dating back to the Indian independence movement, will permanently close on September 17 after losing its fight against closure. The iconic meeting venue and eatery, which had previously prevented demolition, was served notice by landlords to make way for a modernised hotel. Owners Yadgar and Phiroza Marker launched a "Save India Club" appeal but announced the impending closure with "heavy hearts". Phiroza Marker told Shorts91, that they are looking for a new place to move the legendary club. The India Club has its roots in the India League, which campaigned for Indian independence in Britain, with its founding members including Krishna Menon – who went on to become the first Indian High Commissioner to the UK. Its closure ends an era and erases a piece of history as one of London's most historic Indian venues.