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Global and National Highlights – September 14, 2024
| # | Headline | Details |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | India Advances Underwater Defense Systems | India has acquired advanced sonobuoys from the U.S. worth $52.8 million to enhance its underwater threat detection systems. |
| 2 | India Achieves Historic Paralympic Success | With 29 medals, India marks its best-ever performance at the 2024 Paralympics, securing 18th place on the medal tally. |
| 3 | Security Tightened After Kishtwar Clash | A gunfight in Kishtwar, Jammu & Kashmir, led to the deaths of two soldiers, with the situation remaining tense afterward. |
| 4 | Heavy Rainfall Alerts Issued in East India | The IMD has issued a red alert in West Bengal and Odisha due to expected heavy rains and potential flash floods. |
| 5 | Successful Desert Trials for India’s Zorawar Tank | India’s Zorawar light tank passed rigorous trials in desert terrain, signaling advancements in home-grown defense technology. |
| 6 | US Enforces New Sanctions on Russian Media | The United States has imposed fresh sanctions on Russia’s RT media network, accusing it of covert election interference. |
| 7 | India-China Troop Disengagement Stabilizes Ladakh | China announced troop withdrawals from four regions in Ladakh, including Galwan Valley, improving the border situation. |
| 8 | NASA Starliner Mission Returns Without Crew | NASA’s Starliner spacecraft returned to Earth without its crew due to safety concerns raised during the mission. |
| 9 | G20 Leaders Push for AI Governance Framework | During the G20 summit, world leaders agreed to establish global guidelines for AI governance and combat disinformation. |
| 10 | Sinner Triumphs at US Open 2024 | Jannik Sinner secured his second Grand Slam victory of the year, defeating Taylor Fritz in the US Open final. |
