September 6, 2026: Flooding has disrupted normal life across parts of Bihar and Uttar Pradesh, with several rivers flowing above danger levels amid heavy rainfall and water releases from barrages. In Delhi, a multi-storey building collapsed in Moti Bagh, with one person confirmed dead and several others hospitalised.
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- Floods Disrupt Normal Life in Bihar as Major Rivers Cross Danger Marks
Floods have affected several parts of Bihar, with the Ganga, Gandak and Kosi flowing above danger levels. Authorities are maintaining special vigilance in downstream areas as the Ganga’s water level continues to rise. - Floods Affect 24 Districts in Uttar Pradesh Amid Heavy Rainfall
Twenty-four districts in Uttar Pradesh are currently affected by floods following heavy rainfall and water releases from barrages. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath is in Chitrakut reviewing the situation and rescue operations. - Delhi Building Collapse in Moti Bagh Leaves One Dead, Rescue Operation Underway
A multi-storey building collapsed in the Satya Niketan area of New Delhi on September 6. Four people were brought to the AIIMS Trauma Centre, with one confirmed dead and two reported to be in critical condition. - Ten Dead, Around 35 Hospitalised After Suspected Spurious Liquor Consumption in MP
Ten people have died after allegedly consuming suspected spurious and illegal liquor in Sagar district of Madhya Pradesh. Around 35 people were taken to hospitals, with some remaining in serious condition. - Justice Maheshchandra Tripathi Appointed Chief Justice of Bombay High Court
Justice Maheshchandra Tripathi has been appointed the new Chief Justice of the Bombay High Court. The President approved the appointment on September 5, and Justice Tripathi is currently serving at the Allahabad High Court. - Andhra Pradesh Notifies Rules for Direct Election of Mayors and Chairpersons
The Andhra Pradesh government has issued statutory rules for ordinary Urban Local Body elections. The rules provide for direct elections of Mayors, Chairpersons and Ward Members, alongside indirect elections for Deputy Mayors and Vice-Chairpersons. - MP Chief Minister Mohan Yadav Begins Three-Day Dubai Visit to Attract Investment
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav began a three-day visit to Dubai on September 6. He is scheduled to meet UAE investors and business groups to discuss investment opportunities and new industries in Madhya Pradesh and participate in AIM Congress 2026. - Coal Ministry Rejects Reports of Inadequate Supply to Punjab Power Plants
The Ministry of Coal has rejected reports that reduced power generation at Punjab thermal plants was caused by inadequate coal supplies from the Centre. The ministry said adequate coal has been made available to the state’s power plants. - Andhra Pradesh Tobacco Market Improves as Buyer Competition Strengthens
Andhra Pradesh Agriculture Minister K. Atchannaidu said the 2025-26 FCV tobacco auction market is improving, with stronger buyer competition and fewer no-bid lots. He said 86.59 million kilograms had been sold across 132 auction days through September 4. - Tripura CM Manik Saha Urges Teachers to Promote Knowledge and Values
Tripura Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha urged teachers to nurture the next generation through knowledge, scientific temper, human values and patriotism. He was speaking at a teachers’ felicitation programme in Agartala.
