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Donald Trump has asked the US Supreme Court to quickly review a ruling that struck down his use of emergency powers to impose sweeping tariffs. A federal appeals court said Trump overstepped by relying on the 1977 emergency law, stressing that only Congress can levy tariffs on such a scale, Reuters reported.

The administration argues the measures are vital for economic security and wants the Court to act before September 10, with hearings in November. The tariffs remain in place while the case continues.

The challenge was brought by small businesses and a dozen Democratic-led states, who warned that Trump’s move violated the Constitution. If the Supreme Court sides with them, it could curb Trump’s wider economic agenda.

Revenge will be at the forefront of Jessica Pegula's mind when she takes on Aryna Sabalenka in the U.S. Open semi-finals on Thursday in a rematch of last year's final, while Naomi Osaka faces Amanda Anisimova for a place in the title decider, Reuters reported.

World number one Sabalenka advanced via walkover after Marketa Vondrousova withdrew injured and is aiming to reach her sixth consecutive hardcourt Grand Slam final.

The Belarusian has made the semis at all four majors this season but has yet to win a title, losing in the Melbourne Park and French Open finals, and to Anisimova in the last four at Wimbledon.

Pegula arrives in peak form. Her 6–3 6–3 win over Barbora Krejcikova made her the first American woman since Serena Williams (2011–14) to reach back-to-back U.S. Open semi-finals without dropping a set, according to Reuters.

Eastern Afghanistan has been devastated by a series of earthquakes that killed at least 1,457 people and injured thousands. Entire villages in Kunar and Nangarhar provinces have been flattened, leaving families digging graves by hand and clinging to what little they have left.

Roads blocked by landslides and aftershocks have slowed rescue efforts, while aid groups warn of a looming crisis. The Red Crescent estimates more than 84,000 people are affected, but food and medical supplies are running dangerously low, Reuters reported.

With international funding limited and the country’s isolation under Taliban rule, survivors face hunger, disease, and worsening hardship unless urgent help arrives.

President Donald Trump praised China’s military parade in Beijing as “beautiful” but said the United States should have been acknowledged in President Xi Jinping’s speech, citing America’s support to China during World War II, according to Reuters.

The ceremony, marking 80 years since Japan’s defeat, drew global attention with Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korea’s Kim Jong Un in attendance.

Afterward, Trump posted a sarcastic message suggesting Xi, Putin, and Kim were “plotting against the US,” a remark the Kremlin brushed off as irony, Reuters reported.

Incidents of human trafficking and smuggling are increasing.

According to the Ministry of Women, Children and Senior Citizen, the Nepal Police has rescued 127 victims or affected persons from different places from within the country and abroad in the fiscal year 2024/25.

The 'National Report on Combating Human Trafficking and Smuggling, 2081', made public by the Ministry on Wednesday, stated that a total of 3,490 victims, including 758 through the rehabilitation centers based in 10 districts and 2,732 through different organizations of the same districts were rescued and rehabilitated.

Likewise, the information centers of various organizations located along the Nepal-India border and checkpoints have identified a total of 4,300 individuals as being at risk of human trafficking, with assistance from the Nepal Police and Armed Police Force.

Those vulnerable to human trafficking include 2,766 women (64.3%), 1,436 girls (33.4%), 15 men (0.4%), and 83 boys (1.9%), according to the ministry.

The information centers have provided counseling services against human trafficking and smuggling to a total of 77,500 individuals, shared Ministry spokesperson Chakra Bahadur Budha.

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has pledged full support for Russia’s military efforts during a meeting with President Vladimir Putin in Beijing on September 3, 2025. The talks coincided with China’s World War II victory celebrations, marking a rare joint appearance of Kim, Putin, and Chinese President Xi Jinping, Reuters reported.

Kim described backing Russia as a “fraternal duty,” reaffirming North Korea’s commitment to its defense treaty with Moscow. Putin thanked North Korea for its military support in Ukraine, where around 2,000 North Korean soldiers are reported to have died, with more troops expected.

The summit highlighted strengthening ties among the three nations, signaling a united stance against Western influence. Putin also invited Kim to visit Russia, further deepening the growing partnership, according to Reuters.

‘Baikalpik Soch’, a book on thoughts, behavior, management, and analysis by Rajendra KC, was released on Wednesday in Kathmandu. The launch event featured former Prime Minister Baburam Bhattarai as the chief guest, with Rastriya Swatantra Party Vice-chairperson Swornim Wagle, Bibeksheel Sajha Party Chair Samikshya Baskota, and senior journalist Dev Prasad Tripathi as speakers.

The book is divided into four sections—Thoughts, Behaviour, Management, and Analysis. In it, KC explores national and international alternative forces, presenting a balanced perspective rooted in truth. Through this work, KC seeks to guide people who feel disillusioned—those leaving the country, those involved in politics, and those trying to navigate life amid constant political change.

Born in Gangajamuna-5, Dhading, KC is an educationist and social entrepreneur who holds an honorary PhD from Dr KN Modi University. He has long been active in the education, hospitality, and social sectors, contributing to social transformation. A former member of the Nepali Congress, KC later joined Naya Shakti Nepal, where he served as a member of the party secretariat and head of its education department. He is currently not affiliated with any political party.

KC has traveled to more than 32 countries for educational and social initiatives and is regarded as an expert in national and international geography. He leads several organizations, including Nepal PhD Association, Budhanilkantha Heritage Limited (Lemontree Premier), Nepal Private College Association, University of Free Generation, and South Stein Group Limited, all of which he founded and chairs.

He has received numerous national and international honors, including the Nepal Vidya Bhushan ‘A’ (2008), Mahatma Buddha Peace Award (2022), and the Peter Docker Management Excellence Award (2020, New Delhi, India), as well as recognition from the UK House of Commons. His other published works include Dhading Darpan, NGO Development and Management, Life School, and Alternative Power (Thoughts, Behaviour and Management).

Indra Jatra, the festival of rain and good harvest, has begun in Bhaktapur district from today.

The eight-day-long festival of religious and cultural significance is observed with much fanfare, especially among the Newar communities in the district.

The festival begins from Bhadra Shukla Dwadashi after a towering wooden pole (lingo) signifying the Lord of rain Indra is installed in every town of Bhaktapur city. The Lingo is called Yambo:Dho in the Nepal Bhasa.

A number of ceremonies are organized during this festival, including Lakhe naach and Pulu Kisi procession. The chariot procession, a major part of the festival, involves pulling of a big chariot of Kumari and two smaller chariots of Ganesh and Bhairab along the thoroughfares of the city.

The tradition has it that the head of the state visits and worships the living goddess Kumari, Ganesh and Bhairab during the festival.

Cultural expert Om Dhaubhadel stated that this festival is being marked to celebrate the victory of the gods over the demons to release Jayanta, the son of Lord Indra.

This festival is also celebrated in Kavrepalanchowk and Dolakha districts.

Indra Jatra, the main day of the festival, falls on Bhadra Shukla Chathurdashi, the fourth day of the waxing moon in the month of Bhadra as per the lunar calendar.