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26 Sept - Today Updates - Australia Pushes for Security Council Seat - Gautam Kapil
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In this episode of Today Updates on Radio Haanji, host Gautam Kapil breaks down the biggest international, South Asian, and Australian developments for Saturday, 26 September 2026. The episode examines dramatic diplomatic walkouts at the United Nations General Assembly during addresses by international leaders, the intense security clampdown in Islamabad with thousands of security forces and container blockades ahead of planned PTI rallies, and relief efforts following a landslide in Sikkim. In Australia, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese makes a formal push for a UN Security Council seat, while motorists face surging petrol prices ahead of upcoming RBA monetary decisions. The broadcast wraps up with Asian Games updates, including Nepal's major T20 cricket victory over Afghanistan and India's latest medal wins in shooting and hockey.