The Savera Times Evening Wrap: Top News & Latest Updates Today

September 24, 2026

Stay updated with The Savera Times Evening Wrap, featuring the top news, breaking headlines and latest developments from India and around the world:

1. BJP Hits Back at Rahul Gandhi Over SIR Row, Questions Congress Electoral Record

New Delhi: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has hit back at Congress leader and Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi after he demanded the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar amid the ongoing controversy over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls.

2. Welcome Actor Mushtaq Khan Dies at 56 After Cancer Battle

Mumbai: Veteran actor Mushtaq Khan, known for his memorable supporting and comic roles in Hindi cinema, died on Thursday at the age of 56 after battling cancer. His death was confirmed by his business partner Shivam.

3. Team India Wins Silver in Mixed 4x400m Relay at Asian Games 2026

Aichi-Nagoya: India won the silver medal in the mixed 4x400m relay at the Asian Games 2026 on Thursday, with a strong final-leg performance from Vithya Ramaraj helping the team secure second place.

4. Sahil Wakode’s Parents Detained on Way to IIT Bombay Campus, Lawyer Alleges

Mumbai: The parents of IIT Bombay student Sahil Wakode were detained by Mumbai Police on Thursday while they were travelling towards the institute’s Powai campus, their lawyer Nikhil Kamble alleged. The couple was reportedly detained at Bhandup Police Station for around an hour before being released.

5. Saudi Arabia Issues Alerts for Mecca, Jeddah, Yanbu and Tabuk Amid Security Concerns

Saudi Arabia’s Civil Defence authorities on Thursday issued alerts warning of a potential danger in several parts of the kingdom, including Mecca, Jeddah, Yanbu and Tabuk. Separate warnings were also issued for the Taif region, as authorities advised residents to remain cautious and follow official safety instructions.