dna Morning Must Reads: Modi calls emergency meet as trade unions to go on strike; John Kerry in Delhi; and more

1. India's major defence partner tag deepens ties with US: Carter

Speaking to Pentagon reporters at a news conference along with Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar, Carter said, "First of all with respect to the major defence partnership agreement, that is a very substantial change. It's an enormous change from 50 years of history." Read more.

2. PM Modi holds emergency meet as central trade unions, banks prepare to strike on September 2

According to sources, who attended the meeting, government will reach out to unions within 48 hours, with an offer that could help avert the strike. Read more.

3. John Kerry in Delhi to discuss strategic issues, India-Pak tensions

Dialogue amidst India's concerns such as US hiking visa fees, continuing with trade barriers. Read more.

4. Some consolation: Wrestler Yogeshwar Dutt's London Olympics bronze to turn into silver

Late Besik Kudukhov (60kg) of Russia failed dope test and as result, Yogeshwar Dutt's medal colour is all set to change. Read more.

5. Shahid Kapoor to meet Donald Trump?

n, Shahid Kapoor will fly to New Jersey to perform at the Humanity United Against Terror charity event there on September 24. Read more.