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Wednesday, October 1, 2025
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Topic: New York

Syria’s Sharaa arrives in New York for UN General Assembly, 1st Syrian leader to attend since 1967

Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa is expected to deliver his first address at the General Assembly, which opens its 80th session Tuesday.

New York court clears deck to sue Saudi Arabia for 9/11 complicity

District Judge George Daniels delivered the judgment. Saudi intelligence agent Omar al-Bayoumi and Saudi diplomat & cleric Fahad al-Thumairy have been linked to the 9/11 hijackers.

3.0 magnitude earthquake strikes nears New York, aftershocks likely

The European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC) said the earthquake hit Hasbrouck Heights, New Jersey, 17 km from New York, a day after a 5.8-magnitude tremor struck Mexico.

Gunman open fires inside Manhattan skyscraper, kills 4, shoots himself afterwards

NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch said the gunman, Shane Tamura, 27, drove from Las Vegas to NYC days before the shooting; he had a history of mental illness, officials confirmed.

New York, New Comrade. Mayor Mamdani and his India-style socialism

Zohran Mamdani’s faith, support for Gaza, dislike of Modi and Netanyahu are reasons why many in India are unhappy to see his rise rather than celebrate it as another ‘Indian’ conquest.

Elon Musk’s X sues New York over law requiring disclosure of hate speech moderation policies

The lawsuit cited a letter from two legislators accusing X and Musk of a 'disturbing record' on content moderation that 'threatens the foundations of our democracy'.

Tharoor-led all-party delegation lays out India’s anti-terror stance in NYC, pays tribute at 9/11 memorial

The delegation also held meetings with think tanks, academic institutions, and media. Discussions focused on India-US strategic ties and collaborative efforts to tackle terrorism.

New Jersey man who stabbed author Salman Rushdie sentenced to 25 years on attempted murder charge

“He’s traumatized. He has nightmares about what he experienced,” Chautauqua County District Attorney Jason Schmidt said after the sentencing hearing, referring to what Rushdie suffered.

New York now has a Ganesh Temple Street and Guru Nanak Way. The big Apple is South Asia-fied

A street name can’t save a neighbourhood. It is an acknowledgment that we have worked and lived in a place for a long time.

New York Court overturns Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein’s conviction in 2020 rape case

The court also said the trial judge compounded the error by letting Weinstein be cross-examined in a way that portrayed him in a 'highly prejudicial' light.

On Camera

Jana Sangh leader VK Malhotra brought Advani to Delhi, kept the party afloat after 1984 setback

Unlike his colleagues from the time of the BJS, several of whom became governors and held other constitutional posts, Malhotra chose to lead a quiet and simple retired life after the massive 2014 victory of the BJP.

Market regulator SEBI clears Adani Group of impropriety alleged by Hindenburg Research

SEBI probe concluded that purported loans and fund transfers were paid back in full and did not amount to deceptive market practices or unreported related party transactions.

In Nepal, young dreams of serving in Indian Army crash as Agnipath halts a centuries-old tradition

Since 1815, Nepali Gorkhas have served in Indian & British Armies, as well as in Bihar, Bengal & Assam Police. Since Agnipath scheme came in, no Nepal-domiciled Gorkha has enlisted.

Something’s hidden in the Oval Office photo of Trump, Munir, Sharif. India must look closely

What Munir has achieved with Trump is a return to normal, ironing out the post-Abbottabad crease. The White House picture gives us insight into how Pakistan survives, occasionally thrives and thinks.