In Mumbai, Congress MP Rahul Gandhi demanded a parliamentary probe into OCCRP's fresh allegations against Adani. He said PM Modi must explain the claims transparently before the G20 Summit as it raises serious concerns. Gandhi called for a Joint Parliamentary Committee investigation and action against those responsible. Gandhi asserted Modi must address it before world leaders arrive, rather than let claims of misconduct by a company close to him hang during India's G20 presidency. Adani dismissed the allegations as "blatantly erroneous". Gandhi said G20 will ask why Adani gets a free ride in India.

The third meeting of the Opposition INDIA alliance in Mumbai enters its second day with 28 parties strategizing against the BJP-led NDA for the upcoming elections. Day one involved informal discussions on a game plan, while day two focuses on forming an 11-member coordination committee and appointing a convenor. The new logo for the alliance which was expected to be unveiled today is delayed. The decision on seat sharing will be taken on September 30. Notable attendees include Congress leaders Mallikarjun Kharge, Sonia Gandhi, and Rahul Gandhi, Nitish Kumar, M K Stalin, Akhilesh Yadav, and Mamata Banerjee.

Superstar Shah Rukh Khan launched the trailer of his upcoming film 'Jawan' in grand style at Dubai's iconic Burj Khalifa. SRK personally attended the event alongside director Atlee and composer Anirudh Ravichander, as fans gathered in large numbers. Post the trailer premiere, Khan opted to take a boat on the Burj lake to meet and interact with his enthusiastic admirers up close. Videos of SRK graciously entertaining fans are winning hearts online. His special gesture to directly engage with admirers underscores his megastar popularity. Khan's presence and crowd-pleasing antics have made the Jawan trailer launch a memorable event for Dubai fans. (Video: Red Chillies Entertainment)

Donald Trump has offered unique praise for his Indian-American 2024 presidential rival Vivek Ramaswamy, saying he would make a "very good" vice president. In an interview, Trump called the 38-year-old biotech entrepreneur "very, very intelligent" with "good energy." Ramaswamy recently hinted he may run as Trump's VP if he loses the nomination. However, Ramaswamy said he is only interested in being president to reunite the country. Though nearly half Trump's age, he said he would appoint Trump as his top White House adviser given his experience. Trump's remarks signal Ramaswamy's rising stature as an alternative for Republicans.

Fresh off his World Championship gold, India's star javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra clinched a silver medal at the Zurich Diamond League meet. Chopra started slowly with an 80.79m throw before fouling his next two attempts. He then launched a superb 85.82m throw in his fourth attempt, following up with 85.71m in his final attempt. Chopra's best effort was narrowly second to Jakub Vadlejch's winning 86.97m. The 24-year-old Chopra continued his excellent 2022 season by earning a podium finish against a world-class field in Zurich.

Amitabh Bachchan-hosted Kaun Banega Crorepati 15 is poised to get its first crorepati in 21-year-old Jaskaran Singh from Punjab. A promo shows Singh in the hot seat as Bachchan asks the Rs 7 crore question, leaving audiences in suspense on whether he attempts it. Singh, a humble UPSC aspirant, wants to improve his family's life. While he will win Rs 1 crore, it is unclear if he risks it all for Rs 7 crore. The episode featuring Singh will air next week. If successful, he would be the first crorepati this season on India's celebrated game show. (Video courtesy: SONYLIV)

The Indian government has announced a surprise 5-day special session of Parliament from September 18, fueling speculation of an early general election. The session may see the introduction of bills for 'One Nation, One Election', Uniform Civil Code and women's reservation. With the current Modi government's term ending in May 2023, the unusual session has sparked buzz of polls being preponed, possibly clubbed with state elections. Theories cite rising inflation, unfavorable initial polls, and preventing opposition unity as reasons for early polls. The session announcement coincided with the opposition INDIA alliance's two-day meeting to discuss 2024 poll planning.

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has appointed Indian-origin MP Claire Coutinho as Secretary for Energy Security and Net Zero, in a major cabinet promotion. The East Surrey MP, first elected in 2019, will replace Grant Shapps in steering the UK's response to climate change. This includes ensuring the country meets its 2050 net zero emissions target. At 39, Coutinho becomes the youngest cabinet member, marking her as a rising star in the Conservative Party. Despite competing views within the Tories on environmental policy, Sunak's confidence in selecting Coutinho for the challenging role underscores her growing political clout. (Image courtesy: @10DowningStreet on X)

The Centre has appointed Jaya Verma Sinha as Chairperson and CEO of the Railway Board, making her the first woman to lead the ministry in its 105-year history. An IRTS officer since 1986, Sinha has served across three railway zones. She will replace Anil Kumar Lahoti starting September 1 until retirement in 2024. Sinha was the public face of railways after the Balasore accident that killed 300. As Railway Advisor in Dhaka, she helped inaugurate the Kolkata-Dhaka Maitree Express. Her appointment breaks gender barriers in the male-dominated industry.

A parliamentary delegation from Maharashtra, India led by the Speaker and Deputy Chairperson of the State Legislature, met with British High Commissioner Vikram Doraiswami on Thursday. The objective was to discuss potential cooperation between Maharashtra and the United Kingdom across sectors of mutual interest. The delegation of Members of the Legislative Assembly and Legislative Council aimed to explore collaborative opportunities with the UK in areas like trade, technology, education and culture. Both sides expressed interest in strengthening ties between Maharashtra, one of India's most prosperous states, and Britain through strategic partnerships going forward.