Good morning, everyone. Here is a clear and student-friendly roundup of the most important national, international, business and legal news for Monday, 7 September 2026. Each update explains what happened, where it happened and why it matters.

National news

  • Delhi building collapse leaves people dead and several trapped

A five-storey building housing a boys’ paying guest accommodation collapsed in Satya Niketan, south Delhi, on Sunday afternoon. At least one person was initially reported dead, while several others were feared trapped under the debris as rescue teams continued operations. The casualty figures were updated as the rescue effort progressed.

  • India backs UN map resolution but raises J-K and Ladakh concerns

India supported a United Nations resolution promoting the use of equal-area world maps but stressed that Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh must be shown according to India’s official map. The Ministry of External Affairs said India would not accept inaccurate or misleading depictions of its territory.

  • Government sets 2029 target for drug-free India

Union Home Minister Amit Shah said the government has prepared a roadmap aimed at making India drug-free by 2029. He stressed the importance of keeping young people away from drugs as India works towards its long-term development goals.

  • Sachin Pilot takes a key role as Congress focuses on Punjab

Congress leader Sachin Pilot is taking on an important role as the party works to strengthen its political position in Punjab. The development comes as Congress prepares for political challenges in the state.

  • Rahul Gandhi questions police action against Bihar students

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi criticised police action against students protesting in Bihar. He questioned how the dreams of students affected by the protests and alleged injuries could be restored.

  • Congress criticises PM Modi over opposition remarks

The Congress criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi over his use of the phrase “naraaz phoopa” while referring to the opposition. The party alleged that such remarks were being used to divert attention from other issues.

  • Punjab Police arrest US fraud suspect

Punjab Police arrested a naturalised US citizen in Jalandhar who was allegedly wanted by US authorities in a fraud case. Officials said he was accused of defrauding the US government of at least USD 600,000 and that a USD 150,000 bounty had been announced for information leading to his arrest.

  • NCSC seeks report over alleged attack on Congress MLA

The National Commission for Scheduled Castes has sought an action-taken report from Kerala authorities over an alleged attack involving Congress MLA Ramya Haridas. Notices were issued to the Kerala chief secretary and police chief.

  • 10 die in suspected spurious liquor tragedy in Madhya Pradesh

Ten people died and several others fell ill in Sagar district after allegedly consuming spurious liquor. A preliminary investigation indicated that the liquor may have been supplied from Lalitpur in neighbouring Uttar Pradesh.

  • Bihar floods affect more than 19 lakh people

More than 19 lakh people across 11 districts of Bihar have been affected by flooding. The rising Ganga has increased concerns in downstream areas, with the river crossing a crucial flood level at Gandhi Ghat in Patna.

  • Sikkim electoral rolls lose more than 52,000 names

The Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in Sikkim resulted in 52,551 names being removed from the voter list. The revision reduced the state's electoral roll by around 11.16 per cent.

  • Kerala Congress backs CM over remarks on women’s public appearance

The Kerala Congress leadership backed Chief Minister V D Satheesan after criticism from Sunni Muslim organisations over his comments concerning remarks made by Islamic scholar Kanthapuram A P Aboobacker Musliyar about women’s public appearance.

  • Supreme Court to hear plea seeking control over airfares

The Supreme Court is scheduled to hear a plea on September 7 seeking guidelines to regulate unpredictable changes in airfares and additional charges imposed by private airlines. The Centre has told the court that rules under the Bharatiya Vayuyan Adhiniyam, 2024, are being finalised.

  • Supreme Court highlights importance of quality in teacher education

The Supreme Court recently upheld an NCTE notice requiring teacher education institutions to submit annual performance appraisal reports. The court said regulatory oversight was important for maintaining the quality and accountability of teacher training institutions.

Business news

  • Government sells 4,000 tonnes of onions to control prices

The government sold around 4,000 tonnes of buffer onions across 17 cities during the first 10 days of a subsidised sale programme. The initiative aims to increase supply, moderate prices and provide relief to consumers.

  • RBI plans major liquidity-absorption operation

The Reserve Bank of India is set to conduct a 30-day variable rate reverse repo auction worth Rs 7 lakh crore on September 7. The move is aimed at absorbing excess liquidity from the banking system, with banks also being given an early-exit option.

  • India’s forex reserves cross USD 740 billion

India’s foreign exchange reserves have crossed the USD 740 billion mark, reaching a record level last week. Strong reserves provide the country with a larger cushion against external financial pressures.

International news

  • Nepal continues search for people missing after devastating floods

Rescue teams in Nepal continued searching for people missing after severe flooding. Authorities are also facing difficulties identifying victims as the disaster has placed pressure on hospitals and morgues.

  • South Korea offers support for Nepal’s flood reconstruction

South Korea has offered support for Nepal’s reconstruction efforts following the devastating floods. Discussions between the two countries also covered search, rescue and relief operations.

  • Indonesia’s Anak Krakatau eruption disrupts flights

Indonesia’s Anak Krakatau volcano erupted, leading to disruptions to flights and affecting schools and fishing activity in nearby areas. The development has renewed attention on volcanic activity in the region.

  • Iran reports strikes on oil tankers and US-linked vessels

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps reported strikes involving oil tankers and US-linked vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. The developments have added to tensions in the strategically important waterway through which a significant share of global oil trade passes.

Sports news

  • Satwik-Chirag win maiden China Masters title

Indian badminton stars Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty won their maiden China Masters men’s doubles title after defeating China’s He Ji Ting and Ren Xiang Yu in the final. The victory gives the pair important confidence ahead of the Asian Games.

  • India defeat Pakistan by seven wickets in Women’s Asia Cup

India defeated Pakistan by seven wickets in the Women’s T20 Asia Cup, completing an unbeaten run through the group stage. The result strengthens India’s position ahead of the knockout stages.

  • US Open action continues

The US Open continues in New York, with Alexander Zverev reaching the last 16 and Coco Gauff also progressing as the tournament moves towards its later stages.

This concludes today’s school assembly news briefing for Monday, 7 September 2026. Staying informed about current events helps students understand important developments in India and around the world.