October 1, 2025 – 9xm News

FM seeks to broaden NPS coverage: Move to rope in gig workers; consultations on | India News

Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman (PTI photo) NEW DELHI: While pitching National Pension System as an attractive investment option, finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman Wednesday sought broadening its coverage, with a special focus on gig and platform workers & women, and suggested that its best get subscribers when they are young so that the full impact […]

NY transit project halts: Trump admin freezes $18 bn funding; cites ‘unconstitutional’ practices | World News

Trump admin freezes $18 bn New York transit project funding The Trump administration on Wednesday announced a freeze on roughly $18 billion in funding for two major New York City infrastructure projects. The funding was earmarked for the Hudson River Tunnel Project (Gateway) and the Second Avenue Subway project, according to Office of Management and […]

Bucky Irving injury update: Tampa Bay Buccaneers RB’s status uncertain ahead of NFL Week 5 clash

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers suffered another blow after falling 31-25 to the undefeated Philadelphia Eagles in the NFL Week 4. The team received an update on running back Bucky Irving’s injury. The rookie sensation has been sidelined by a nagging foot injury. Irving, who lit up the field with 63 rushing yards and a 72-yard […]

‘Left’s agenda’: White House to cancel $8 bn climate fund; 15 states to take hit | World News

White House to cancel $8 bn climate fund The White House has announced plans to cancel nearly $8 billion in funding for climate-related programs, calling the move a measure against what it terms the “Left’s climate agenda.“ Russ Vought, Director of the Office of Management and Budget, said in a post, “Nearly $8 billion in […]

India vs West Indies 1st Test: What to expect from Roston Chase’s team in 2-match Test series

West Indies arrive in India at a troubled juncture. Over the last five years, Caribbean cricket has repeatedly stumbled to new lows: missing out on World Cups, enduring bilateral series whitewashes, and even being bowled out for just 27 in a Test innings. To make matters worse, the two-time T20 World Cup champions are coming […]

‘Layoffs are imminent’: White House blames Democrats for federal layoffs; says it may happen ‘very soon’ | World News

White House says layoffs are imminent (Pic credit: AP) The Trump administration has warned that mass layoffs of ‘nonessential’ federal employees could begin within days if the ongoing US government shutdown continues. At a White House press briefing on Wednesday, White House spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt announced that federal layoffs are imminent, slamming Democrats for the […]

Bhopal: Fearing job loss over 2-kid policy, MP couple dump newborn; duo booked | India News

BHOPAL: Fear of losing his job under MP’s two-child policy allegedly drove a govt school teacher and his wife to bury their three-day-old son alive in a forest in Chhindwara district. The baby boy, the couple’s fourth child, miraculously survived after villagers heard his cries from beneath stones, pulled him out and rushed him to […]

Trump’s Nevada attorney disqualified: Judge bars Sigal Chattah from handling cases; court cites overstay illegal | World News

Trump-appointed US attorney in Nevada Sigal Chattah (Pic credit: AP) A federal judge on Tuesday disqualified Nevada’s acting US Attorney Sigal Chattah from overseeing several criminal cases, ruling that the Trump appointee has remained in her temporary post beyond the legally allowed period. US District Judge David G. Campbell sided with defense lawyers who argued […]

The ‘chimpanzee whisperer’: British primatologist dies at 91 – Who was Jane Goodall? | World News

Jane Goodall (Pic credit: AP) Dr. Jane Goodall, the legendary British primatologist, conservationist, and founder of the Jane Goodall Institute, passed away at the age of 91 due to natural causes, the institute announced on social media on Wednesday, October 1, 2025. She was in California at the time as part of her speaking tour […]

Big night for Dubai: Thousands flock to Burj Lake as Dubai Fountain dances again after 5 months | World News

Thousands gathered at Burj Lake, capturing the dazzling return of Dubai Fountain after five months, with music, lights, and water jets soaring/ Image: DXB Media Office After nearly six months of silence, the Dubai Fountain made its long-awaited return with a newly upgraded showcase that drew thousands to the heart of Downtown. According to local […]