Stay informed without the overload. Every afternoon, we bring you the day’s biggest developments in one fast, balanced digest. No fluff, no sensationalism. Just straightforward reporting to help you understand the news behind the headlines and stay ahead with The Free Press Journal’s essential daily noon guide: 1. ‘The Biggest Oil Deal In World History’: President Trump Unveils Landmark US-Venezuela Pact To Tap 65 Billion Barrels Of Oil ReservesUS President Donald Trump announced a major oil agreement with Venezuela, claiming the US will gain control of 65 billion barrels of reserves. Marco Rubio said the deal could attract $100 billion in private investment and lower US gas prices amid disruptions to global oil supplies. (Read more..)2. Delhi CNG Price Hike: IGL Raises Rates By ₹3.89/Kg From August 29 As Global LNG Prices Surge Over West Asia Conflict | Video
Indraprastha Gas Limited has raised CNG prices in Delhi by ₹3.89 per kg from August 29, citing surging global LNG costs amid West Asia conflicts and disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz. IGL said the calibrated hike aims to offset higher input costs while keeping CNG affordable. (Read more…)
3. Market Rollercoaster: Sensex, Nifty End Turbulent Week Lower Despite Friday ReboundIndian markets swung sharply from August 24-28 as crude oil, global cues and selling pressure drove volatility, before IT stocks powered Friday’s recovery. (Read more…)4. RSS In US: How HSS USA Became Sangh’s Key Cultural Network Ahead of Mohan Bhagwat’s New York EventThe RSS does not operate as a formally registered organisation in the US, with its overseas outreach primarily represented through HSS USA. With hundreds of shakhas across dozens of states, HSS focuses on cultural education and community service. RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat’s New York visit has spotlighted the network, amid both support and criticism over its activities. (Read more…)5. PM Modi Honours Hockey Legend Major Dhyan Chand, Hails Sports Lovers’ Passion And Dedication On National Sports Day 2026Prime Minister Narendra Modi greeted sports lovers on National Sports Day, honouring hockey legend Major Dhyan Chand. He highlighted Dhyan Chand’s legacy, India-New Zealand hockey ties and the wider impact of athletes’ success on families, institutions, districts and states. (Read more…)6. OpenAI To End Cursor Model Access After SpaceX AcquisitionOpenAI will end Cursor’s direct model access on November 12 after its SpaceX acquisition, citing contract compliance concerns and tighter safeguards for future AI models. (Read more…)7. Chinchpokli Cha Chintamani To Parel Cha Raja: Mumbai To Witness Grand Ganesh Aagman Processions Today; Lalbaug Turns Into FortressMumbai is set for a busy pre-Ganeshotsav Saturday, with nearly 30-40 prominent Ganesh idols scheduled to arrive across the city. Chinchpokli Cha Chintamani’s procession will begin from Parel at noon, with thousands of devotees expected. Security has been heightened across Lalbaug-Parel, with around 800-1,000 personnel expected alongside RAF, CRPF teams to manage crowds and maintain law and order. (Read more…)8. ‘Where’s Sid? Incomplete Without Him’: Aamir Khan & Saif Ali Khan Reunite For Dil Chahta Hai 25th Anniversary, Fans Miss Akshaye KhannaThe Dil Chahta Hai team reunited in Mumbai to mark the cult film’s 25th anniversary, with Aamir Khan, Saif Ali Khan, Farhan Akhtar, Dimple Kapadia and Sonali Kulkarni attending. However, fans were quick to notice Akshaye Khanna’s absence. (Read more…)9. ‘Everyone’s Bhai’: NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani Celebrates Raksha Bandhan With Senior Citizens, Wins Hearts OnlineThis year, Raksha Bandhan found a heartwarming international moment in New York City, where Mayor Zohran Mamdani joined members of the South Asian senior citizens community to mark the occasion. In the photos, the mayor is seen participating in the traditional ceremony as a rakhi is tied around his wrist. (Read more…) 10. ‘Bhai Is Secular’: Salman Khan’s Sister Arpita Khan Performs Aarti In Front of Jesus’ Last Supper Painting During Raksha Bandhan; Fans REACTSalman Khan’s Raksha Bandhan celebration with sister Arpita Khan Sharma has gone viral for its distinctive backdrop. The video showed Arpita performing aarti and tying a rakhi to Salman with The Last Supper artwork behind them. (Read more…)