India news: Long queues hit stores as new iPhones go on sale

The iPhone 18 has gone on sale in India, drawing huge queues across the country. Meanwhile, the Election Commission has barred both Trinamool factions from using the party's name in by-elections. Follow DW for more.

• The new iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max have hit the Indian markets, leading to long queues outside stores
• The Election Commission has barred both factions of the Trinamool Congress from using the party name and symbol in upcoming bypolls
• Cricket's global governing body is eyeing new viewership, this time from China

Here is a roundup of some of the top headlines from across India on Friday, September 18:

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