PM Modi is set to visit Manipur on September 13 to meet displaced families and launch relief projects amid ongoing unrest. Meanwhile, Andhra pilgrims were attacked in Nepal as miscreants looted their bus near Kathmandu, the passengers were later rescued and flown to Delhi.Here are top 5 stories that made headlines today:PM Modi to visit Manipur tomorrowPrime Minister Narendra Modi will be visiting Manipur on September 13, starting his day-long tour in Churachandpur before heading to Kangla in Imphal. His visit comes as the state continues efforts to restore peace after recent unrest. In Churachandpur, he will meet displaced families and launch relief and development projects. Read full storyAndhra pilgrims attacked in Kathmandu, rescued by Nepal ArmyA group of pilgrims from Andhra Pradesh was attacked in Nepal near Kathmandu on Thursday while returning from the Pashupatinath Temple. Miscreants pelted stones at their bus, looted bags, cash and phones, and injured several passengers. The Nepalese army came to their rescue, and the Indian government later arranged for their airlift to Delhi. Read full storyOperation Sindoor aftermath: Defence secretary calls for stronger military systemsDefence secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh said that Operation Sindoor, India’s recent strike on terror bases in Pakistan, revealed gaps in the country’s military preparedness. Speaking at a defence tech seminar, he highlighted weaknesses in electronic warfare, drone technology, low-level radar systems, and counter-unmanned solutions. Read full storyIndian-origin motel manager beheaded in DallasAn Indian-origin motel manager Chandra Nagamallaiah was brutally beheaded by a guest after being told not to use a broken washing machine. The suspect, Yordanis Cobos-Martinez, carried out the attack in front of the victim’s family. Immigration officials said that he should not have been in the US at the time. He was soon arrested after the murder. Read full storyIndia to play Pakistan only in ICC, ACC events: IPL chairmanIPL chairman Arun Dhumal clarified that India will only face Pakistan in multi-nation tournaments like those organised by ICC and ACC, in line with government policy. He ruled out bilateral matches or Indian teams travelling to Pakistan. The announcement comes ahead of the Asia Cup clash between the two sides in Dubai on September 14. Read full story
