Latest news in India? September 25th, 2026
25-09-2026
The major national headlines in India include:
Nationwide Opposition Protests Against CEC: Congress party workers and opposition groups held protests across major citiesincluding Lucknow, Guwahati, Kolkata, Dehradun, and Jammudemanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over alleged electoral roll irregularities. In Guwahati, Assam Congress chief Gaurav Gogoi and several leaders were detained during demonstrations.
The Indian Express+ 1Severe Landslides in Sikkim: Heavy rainfall triggered major landslides in West Sikkim’s Yuksom-Tashiding constituency, damaging houses and government structures in Rimbi village. The state government reported close monitoring with no casualties confirmed so far.
The Indian ExpressYamuna Expressway Bus Tragedy Aftermath: Investigations intensified following a sleeper bus fire near Greater Noida on the Yamuna Expressway that claimed nine lives, with survivors filing complaints regarding safety negligence.
The Sunday GuardianAsian Games Campaign: India continued its medal tally additions, highlighted by medal-winning performances in wushu, rowing, weightlifting, and a dominant 8–2 victory for the men’s hockey team over South Korea.
The Sunday GuardianMarkets & Economy: Indian equity indices saw sharp volatility with major benchmark selling pressure, while the National Stock Exchange marked its much-anticipated public listing debut.
The Sunday Guardian