🏏 Agarkar clashed with BCCI over captaincy pick

Ajit Agarkar, the BCCI chief selector, opposed Jasprit Bumrah's captaincy elevation for the Ireland tour. He instead advocated for Ruturaj Gaikwad, the CSK captain, citing Bumrah's workload management needs. Despite his record of guiding teams to four ICC white-ball finals and three trophies, the Board intervened favoring the pace spearhead. Recent differences, including his absence from a key review meeting, fueled the decision to part ways. The BCCI is reportedly looking for a new selector ahead of the 2027 ODI World Cup. 🏏

📈 Raymond stock surges 7% amid investor buzz 🚀

Raymond Limited shares rallied nearly 7% during Monday's trading session, extending recent gains. This surge occurred ahead of its Extraordinary General Meeting on Saturday, October 2nd, at which key issues will be discussed. The stock has seen strong performance, delivering 77% return in three months and 144% in 2026 so far. Triggers include the board approving warrants to Minerva Ventures Fund and securing a ₹33 crore aerospace contract. Investors are watching these developments closely as the company moves forward with its plans.

💥 Iran's IRGC warns of escalation if US attacks continue

Iran's Revolutionary Guards issued a warning on Monday that they are prepared to strike new targets and deploy advanced weaponry. This stance comes amid the ongoing military standoff between Tehran and Washington. The conflict, which has persisted for almost seven months, currently remains in a stalemate with neither side willing to escalate to a full-scale war. Iran has publicly stated that targeted US military actions in the UAE and Jordan are occurring. Consequently, the IRGC suggests there is still potential for geographical expansion of the current conflict. 💥

⚽ Palmer leaving England squad; Rashford & Mainoo uncertain

Cole Palmer is reportedly planning to withdraw from the England squad for upcoming matches. This situation involves Marcus Rashford and Kobbie Mainoo, who are also facing doubts about their availability. The decisions are being made ahead of crucial fixtures scheduled in the near future. These players are key members of the national team lineup, making their status important. Further updates on Palmer's departure and the others' fitness are expected soon.

🛣️ NHAI asks SC to change stray animal removal order

The National Highways Authority of India approached the Chief Justice of India on Monday, September 21, 2026, to modify a previous Supreme Court order. NHAI argued that local authorities, not them, should handle the discipline and removal of strays from highways. The court's November last year order directed the removal of stray dogs and cattle to shelters after sterilization. Compliance with the existing mandate would reportedly cost NHAI about ₹7,000 crore. NHAI is now seeking a dedicated bench to help them with this modification request. 🐾

🏏 Mental freedom fuels Falcons' CPL win

The Antigua and Barbuda Falcons won the CPL 2026 title, their first in three seasons, fueled by strong performances. Sufyan Moqim and Shadab Khan were key players in this victory, with Moqim taking four-fors in both the Qualifier 1 and the final. The tournament concluded in 2026, where Moqim dedicated his award to coach Curtly Ambrose on his 63rd birthday. Shadab noted his mental freedom helped his performance, which was crucial for his international comeback. Pakistan faces a T20I assignment in Sri Lanka in October, where they hope to maintain this form. 🏆

🤖 Samsung One UI 9 update timeline drops for top Galaxy phones

Samsung has started rolling out One UI 9, bringing new Galaxy AI features to supported devices. The rollout initially began with the Galaxy S26, S26+, and S26 Ultra on September 16th. In Thailand, the S26 series gets the update on September 21st, followed by the S25, Z Fold 7, and Z Flip 7 on September 28th. The Galaxy S23 FE will receive the update by October according to the regional schedule. This update focuses on AI, personalization, and enhanced security across various Galaxy models. 🤖

🦇 Oilbirds ditch the cave for long food runs

Scientists tracked 21 oilbirds in Venezuela, observing three distinct movement strategies among them. Five birds became intra-tropical migrants, staying away from the main cave for 17 to 73 continuous days. These long-distance travellers spent an average of 2.26 hours flying nightly compared to 3.28 hours for roost-faithful birds. This nomadic movement likely reduced the required daily flight effort between roosting and feeding spots. The study, conducted from August 22, 2008, to February 14, 2009, used GPS and accelerometers to track their activity. 🦇

🎉 Amazon's Big Sale 2026 Dates Are Out!

Amazon has officially announced the dates for the Great Indian Festival Sale 2026, which starts on October 8, 2026. This massive shopping event will feature deals across smartphones, electronics, and home appliances in India. Customers can expect Blockbuster Deals, a 10% instant discount on SBI cards, and No Cost EMI options. Prime members will get an extra up to 10% benefits plus exclusive Prime Video content. The sale will also integrate AI-powered features for easier product comparison and recommendations. 🛍️

🐶 Lawyer quits to walk dogs and earns more

A 30-year-old, Liz East, left a demanding criminal defence law career to start a dog-walking business in West Sussex. She previously spent over 12 hours daily in law and commuting to London. Now, she walks 20 to 30 dogs daily across four outings, earning up to $530 a day. East states her overall income is higher now while working about half the hours compared to her corporate job. She advises people to pursue careers they genuinely enjoy rather than staying in unhappy jobs. 🐶

📉 IT stocks take a dip on global news

OFSS shares dropped over 7%, while Wipro, Coforge, and Infosys saw declines up to 2% on Monday. This downturn followed reports of $18 billion in Oracle's data centre debt pressure and Trump extending the $100,000 H-1B visa fee. These factors added pressure to the Indian IT sector, which is seeing mixed market sentiment. Goldman Sachs remains cautious, citing weak IT services demand amidst AI-led deflation. Investors are now watching how these global policy and corporate finance issues impact future earnings. 📉