🏥 Amit Shah's Health Scare in Karnataka

Union Home Minister Amit Shah experienced food poisoning while visiting Karnataka for two events on Saturday. Senior BJP leader Pralhad Joshi confirmed that Shah is now feeling perfectly fine after the illness. Shah had initially skipped the inauguration of the KLE Jagadguru Gangadhar Mahaswamigalu Moorusavirmath Medical College and the 1,200-bed KLE Hospital. His scheduled visit to the Sri Beereshwara Cooperative Credit Society headquarters in Belagavi was also cancelled. Shah arrived in Hubballi late on Friday and was advised by doctors to remain at the hotel. 🤒

🔋 Apple's software hack for bigger iPhone batteries

Apple found a clever workaround to bypass strict international shipping rules for larger batteries. This method was implemented in the iPhone 18 Pro Max for the US eSIM-only model, which has a 5,567mAh battery. The charging limit is removed upon first boot, allowing full capacity, while the EU model has a 5,391mAh battery. US regulators approved this in June 2025, but other bodies are still pending. This approach could lead to bigger batteries in global markets soon. 🔋

🏛️ Land issues under Section 22-A getting fixed soon

Revenue Minister Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy stated that the government is phasing in 12 measures from CM A. Revanth Reddy to clear long-pending Section 22-A land issues. Officials recently distributed regularization certificates to beneficiaries from 44 colonies in LB Nagar constituency. The government resolved issues for 44 of the 64 colonies following the Chief Minister's directives. Within a month, problems for more beneficiaries in Medchal and Rangareddy under GO 118 will be resolved. Furthermore, new government orders for registration problems will be issued within a week.

⛽ LPG subsidy linked to Aadhaar from October 1st

Domestic LPG consumers must complete Biometric Aadhaar Authentication (BAA) to get subsidized refills starting October 1, 2026. This mandate applies to consumers who have not yet completed the process, while 27.43 crore consumers are already fine. As of September 19, 89.9% of active domestic LPG consumers had finished the required authentication. The rule aims to ensure subsidies reach eligible households and prevent commercial diversion of cylinders. Consumers can authenticate at delivery, distributor showrooms, or via their respective company apps. ⛽

🚨 Congress alleges violations at KTR's farmhouse

A Congress delegation visited the Janwada farmhouse in Rangareddy district, alleging construction violations and benami ownership. Members like Chamala Kiran Kumar Reddy and Mallu Ravi questioned the land details and construction permits. The leaders claimed the farmhouse encroached on a nala without proper permissions. They also suggested links to businessman Satyam Ramalinga Raju's properties for investigation. The visit prompted a heavy police presence and demands for an inquiry by HYDRAA.

⚽ Sevilla takes on Barcelona in La Liga showdown

A big La Liga clash is happening between Sevilla and Barcelona at the Ramón Sánchez-Pizjuán stadium. Barcelona is looking to keep their perfect season start as they face Sevilla on Saturday, September 19, 2026. This match is part of the 2026-27 La Liga, Matchday 7 fixture. The game is scheduled for 9pm CET, with various times across different regions. Fans can follow the action live via ESPN Deportes or FanCode. ⚽

⚽ Forest vs Coventry: Key team news ahead of clash

Nottingham Forest will take on bottom-table Coventry City in their final Premier League match of the day at the City Ground. Forest boss Oliver Glasner is bringing back Jair Cunha for Ola Aina in one change. Coventry manager Frank Lampard is making three changes due to injuries and suspensions on the 17:30 BST fixture. Caleb Yirenkyi, Brandon Thomas-Asante, and Stephen Mfuni will feature for the Sky Blues. The match can be tracked via the Live Gameweek page for detailed stats.

🍵 Watch Out For Hot Tea Risks

Drinking very hot tea can pose certain health risks, according to recent advisories. Health experts are warning the public about the dangers associated with scalding beverages. The advice specifically targets the consumption temperature of tea, recommending cooler sips. This caution is important for preventing burns and digestive issues. People are encouraged to let their tea cool down before drinking it for better health.

⏸️ Kerala Govt pauses minimum marks rule for school exams

The Kerala government has decided to temporarily halt the implementation of minimum marks for classes VIII, IX, and X starting in the 2026-27 academic year. This rule, approved by the previous LDF government in 2024, mandated a 30% minimum in theory for better education quality. It was already being phased in from 2024-25 and 2025-26 for lower grades. The decision means SSLC students won't need to meet the 30% minimum in any theory paper. Teacher unions are concerned this rollback will negatively impact overall education standards. 📉

⚽ Arsenal stumbles against Brighton; player ratings drop

Arsenal unexpectedly lost their first game of the season against Brighton and Hove Albion in an ugly match. The Gunners were playing away at the South Coast on September 19, 2026. Key ratings included David Raya at 3.5/10 and Gabriel at 4/10, while Kai Havertz scored 6/10. The loss exposed weaknesses in Arsenal's defense and midfield cohesion. Moving forward, the team will need to address these performance dips to secure their standing. 🧐

🏏 Dottin out, Henry in for Zimbabwe tour

Deandra Dottin will skip the West Indies tour of Zimbabwe due to personal leave. Captain Hayley Matthews will only participate in the three ODIs before also taking leave. Chinelle Henry is returning to the squad after an injury sustained during the T20 World Cup in June. Eboni Brathwaite replaces Dottin in the lineup for the upcoming series. The matches are scheduled for September 24 and 27, 30 for ODIs, and October 3, 5, 7 for T20Is. 🏏