Weekly News Roundup: Top Stories Of The Week | 27 September 2026

From a fatal monkey attack and a Delhi crime case to a Bollywood baby announcement and a massive diya-lighting event, here are some major stories from the fourth week of September.

The fourth week of September saw several major stories across India, from a fatal monkey attack in Karnataka to a high-profile Bollywood announcement and a large diya-lighting event in Madhya Pradesh.

91-Year-Old Woman Dies After Monkey Attack

Najamunnisa Begum, 91, died after a monkey attacked her outside her home in Koppal, Karnataka. The monkey suddenly jumped towards her, causing her to fall and suffer serious injuries. She was taken to hospital but later died. CCTV footage of the incident was recorded outside the house and later circulated online.

16-Year-Old Girl Gang-Raped and Murdered in Delhi

A 16-year-old girl was allegedly gang-raped and murdered in Delhi’s Swaroop Nagar. Police arrested four people, including three minors, in connection with the case. Her body was found in an open field after the incident. Police examined more than 50 CCTV recordings and traced a tempo linked to the suspects during the investigation.

Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone Welcome Baby Girl

Bollywood actors Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone welcomed their second child, a baby girl, on 19 September 2026. The couple announced the news through a social media post featuring a baby footprint. Their first daughter, Dua, was born in September 2024. The couple married in 2018.

Millions of Diyas Lit for PM Modi’s Birthday

Prime Minister Narendra Modi turned 76 on 17 September 2026. To mark his birthday, 3.55 crore diyas were lit across Madhya Pradesh at 845 locations. In Ujjain, 33.27 lakh diyas were lit along the Shipra River ghats and at Mahakal Lok. State officials and reports said the Ujjain event created a record for simultaneous diya lighting.