India News Digest — September 29, 2026
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India clinches kabaddi gold at Asian Games 2026, marking the country's third gold medal at the event. Heavy rain and flooding across northern India have claimed at least 62 lives.
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India Women Win Kabaddi Gold at Asian Games 2026
India's women's kabaddi team claimed gold at the Asian Games, marking the country's third gold medal at the 2026 event. This follows India's men's kabaddi team also securing gold, delivering a kabaddi golden double for the nation.
India Men's Kabaddi Team Wins Gold
India's men's kabaddi team secured gold at the Asian Games 2026, contributing to India's strong medal performance at the regional sporting event.
Hockey: India Advances Past Bangladesh
India's hockey team dominated Bangladesh in their final group game at the Asian Games, securing progression to the semi-finals where they will face Pakistan.
Cricket: India Faces West Indies in ODI
India is set to play its first ODI against West Indies in Thiruvananthapuram as part of the ongoing cricket schedule.
Boxer Gulveer Singh Eyes Hat-Trick
Indian boxer Gulveer Singh is competing at the Asian Games 2026 with the aim of securing multiple medals in his events.
American and Six Ukrainians Released After Six Months in Jail
An American citizen and six Ukrainian nationals were released by Indian authorities after spending six months in detention.
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288 Fugitives Brought Back Since 2019
Home Minister Amit Shah announced that India has successfully extradited 288 fugitives since 2019, reflecting the country's enhanced efforts in international law enforcement cooperation.
Heavy Rain and Flooding Kill 62 in Northern India
A depression in the Bay of Bengal has triggered heavy rainfall and severe flooding across northern India, resulting in at least 62 deaths and widespread disruption.
Adani Group Cleared of Shareholding Violation Charges
India's securities regulator SEBI cleared the Adani Group of charges related to minimum public shareholding violations, resolving a significant compliance matter.
US Waives Tariff on Specialty Drugs from India
The United States has waived tariffs on specialty pharmaceutical drugs imported from India, benefiting Indian pharmaceutical exporters.
India Sends 3 Tonnes of Anti-TB Medicines to Sri Lanka
India dispatched 3 tonnes of anti-tuberculosis medicines to Sri Lanka as part of humanitarian health assistance.
India Trade Minister to Visit US for Deal Talks
India's trade minister is scheduled to travel to the United States for negotiations on bilateral trade agreements and economic cooperation.
India and Poland Hold Joint Working Group Meeting
India and Poland convened a joint working group meeting to discuss bilateral cooperation and shared interests.
Defence Secretary Defends $34 Billion Rafale Deal
India's Defence Secretary defended the $34 billion Rafale fighter jet acquisition contract and confirmed that the indigenous Tejas fighter programme remains on track.
Police Custody Extended for Guwahati Homestay Death Investigation
A male friend of a woman who died at a Guwahati homestay was granted 8 days of police custody for further investigation into the incident.