🏏 Afghanistan smashes Japan in Asian Games opener

A second-string Afghanistan side secured a 48-run victory over hosts Japan in their Group A clash at the Korogi Sports Park. This match took place on Thursday, just two days after Japan nearly upset India in the Asian Games 2026. Afghan leg-spinner Arab Gul Momand was key, bowling Japan out for 81 runs while setting up a target of 130. Mohammad Akram scored 34 runs for Afghanistan, helping them reach a total of 129 in 20 overs. The teams will now proceed with their respective campaigns in the tournament. 🏏

🌿 SC favors nature over human needs in legal views

Justice BV Nagarathna stated that the Supreme Court is moving towards an ecocentric approach in environmental law. This perspective means human interests won't automatically trump the needs of the non-human world, as explained by the judge. Speaking at the National Green Tribunal’s International Conference on September 24, 2026, she emphasized recognizing obligations to non-human life independently of human utility. She noted that environmental justice demands courts consider future risks, not just past violations, amid scientific uncertainty. Ultimately, good governance needs strong institutions and international cooperation to tackle global environmental issues. 🌿

🇨🇳 China building advanced towns for nuclear expansion

Satellite images reveal that China is constructing specialized towns designed to bolster its nuclear arsenal. These facilities are being developed across various strategic locations within the country. The construction includes massive 2,000-foot tubes and advanced laser testing sites. This massive infrastructure push is part of Beijing's ongoing modernization of its military capabilities. Further details on the scale of this buildup are expected in upcoming defense reports. 🇨🇳

🏛️ Uttarakhand High Court closes FIR access plea

The Uttarakhand High Court has disposed of a petition that questioned the suspension of the public FIR viewing portal. This decision came after the Uttarakhand Police technical team demonstrated the existing online access process before the court. The petition was filed by the Haridwar-based National Public Trust seeking the restoration of the facility. Police officials confirmed that FIRs are accessible via the 'Citizen' and 'Devbhoomi' applications. The court accepted the demonstration, concluding the matter after earlier warnings regarding Supreme Court compliance. 📱

🌍 BRICS summit: India's balancing act in global politics

The 18th BRICS Summit took place in New Delhi from September 12–13, 2026, amidst global tensions. India hosted Presidents from Iran, Russia, and China while managing strategic differences with the US. Despite internal conflicts among 11 members, a consensus was reached, valuing a more representative global order. This forum allows India to maintain multi-alignment while navigating the US-China dynamic. Moving forward, India must avoid becoming a frontline in great-power rivalries. 🤝

🩺 PMOS Awareness Month Focuses on Fertility Health

This month is designated as PMOS Awareness Month to highlight crucial health issues. The awareness drive is being spearheaded by BW Healthcare World to promote better health practices. Key data points emphasize the importance of early detection for fertility challenges. This focus aims to educate the public on the various factors affecting reproductive health. Future initiatives will likely concentrate on improving diagnostic accessibility across regions. 🩺

⚖️ Owaisi alone against CEC law; where was the rest? 🧐

Opposition leaders are demanding the removal of CEC Gyanesh Kumar following a report about him overruling other ECs' dissent on issues like SIR. The controversy stems from the BJP-led NDA government enacting a selection law on December 21, 2023. AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi was the sole Opposition MP speaking against this Bill in the Lok Sabha debate. Meanwhile, most Opposition MPs were absent from Parliament when the government passed the new law. A Supreme Court bench recently delivered a split verdict regarding petitions challenging this appointment law.

🧵 Old Tamil Nadu Craft Gets Modern Boost

A traditional 300-year-old craft from Tamil Nadu is seeing a resurgence in popularity. This revival is being driven by a young entrepreneur named a 26-year-old. She successfully built a thriving market featuring 30 weavers under her guidance. This initiative aims to keep the heritage craft relevant in today's fast-paced world. Future plans involve expanding the reach and visibility of these traditional artisans.

🚀 Snapdragon drops two super-fast mobile chips

Qualcomm Technologies unveiled its new premium mobile lineup featuring the Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 and Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6. These platforms are designed to power a new generation of advanced Android smartphones for consumers and OEM partners. The Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 offers breakthrough AI and enhanced mobile gaming capabilities. Both chips are built on the advanced 2nm process node, leveraging the Qualcomm Oryon CPU. These new devices are expected to debut in flagship smartphones from major global OEMs soon.

🇮🇳 Asian Games Kabaddi: India wraps up group stage

India's men's and women's teams head into the final day of the 2026 Asian Games group stage on Thursday, September 24. The Indian men's team is in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, having secured their semi-final spot. Both squads are unbeaten, with the men's team winning three matches and the women's team defeating Iran 37-23 on Day 3. They now face Chinese Taipei and Japan, respectively, to finish the group phase. The semi-finals are scheduled for September 25, setting up the gold medal matches on September 26.

🚫 Coaching Owner's Son Banned from NEET-UG

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has banned Aditya Motegaonkar from the NEET-UG exam for two years. This action targets the son of Shivraj Motegaonkar, who was accused in the Latur paper leak case. The ban was communicated by the NTA on September 19, withholding his earlier result. Motegaonkar allegedly paid ₹5 lakh to procure chemistry questions from NTA panelist P.V. Kulkarni. His son had attended Kulkarni’s coaching classes, leading to the current situation.