Today's Top News: Key Highlights for September 19

Today's Top News: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will officially begin his election campaign in Kashmir with a major rally on September 19. The rally is scheduled to take place at Sher-e-Kashmir Park in Srinagar, where BJP leader Sajid Yousuf Shah anticipates a crowd of 20,000 to 30,000 attendees. This event is seen as a crucial moment in the BJP's campaign ahead of the upcoming assembly elections.

2. Karnataka High Court to Hear POCSO Case Against Former CM B.S. Yediyurappa

The Karnataka High Court is scheduled to hear the petition filed by former Chief Minister B.S. Yediyurappa seeking to dismiss a POCSO case against him. The court had previously delayed the hearing and granted temporary protection from arrest by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID), which is investigating the case.

3. Rahul Gandhi's Defamation Case Hearing

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi’s defamation case will be heard on September 19 in the MP-MLA court in Sultanpur. The case had been postponed earlier due to the plaintiff’s absence, citing health reasons. Previously, hearings were delayed on August 12 and August 23 for different reasons. The case's outcome could have significant political implications.

4. India vs Bangladesh 1st Test Match Begins

India’s cricket series against Bangladesh kicks off today, September 19, with the first Test match at MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. The tour will continue until mid-October, featuring multiple matches between the two nations. Cricket fans are eagerly awaiting this intense showdown.

5. Honor 200 Lite 5G to Launch in India

Honor is set to launch its new smartphone, the Honor 200 Lite 5G, in India on September 19. The device will be available via Amazon and offline stores, boasting a 108MP rear camera, a 50MP front camera, and a 6.7-inch AMOLED display, powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 6080 chipset and a 4,500mAh battery.

6. NASA Astronaut Sunita Williams Celebrates Her 59th Birthday

NASA astronaut Sunita Williams will mark her 59th birthday on the International Space Station (ISS) on September 19. This will be her second birthday celebration in space, as her return to Earth has been postponed because of ongoing technical issues with Boeing's Starliner spacecraft.

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In Today's Top News, from political rallies to space birthdays, today marks an exciting day across various fields, including technology and sports. Keep an eye out for significant developments in each of these stories as the day unfolds.