🧤 Ansell to make gloves at Perundurai plant

Australian company Ansell is setting up production of premium synthetic gloves at its Perundurai plant near Coimbatore. This strategic greenfield project involves an investment of over $60 million. The facility currently has one operational line and plans to ramp up production gradually over the rest of the year. These gloves are intended for major global markets like the U.S. and the U.K. The plant employs about 500 people and heavily uses renewable energy sources.

🔬 Aneurysm repair timing: what the science says 🤔

Systematic review found no consistent link between aneurysm treatment timing and mortality or functional outcomes after aSAH. The research covered 20 reports involving 11,096 participant records, examining timing from under 6 hours to 15 days or more. Earlier repair did lower pretreatment rebleeding risk, especially in untreated or delayed cases. However, mortality studies showed mixed results, with one U-shaped pattern at around 32.6 hours. Current guidelines supporting early repair remain appropriate until more robust studies are done.

🤩 Mahindra Mini-Defender interior spotted before launch

The upcoming Mahindra 'Mini Defender' has revealed glimpses of its cabin design ahead of its official launch. This compact SUV is based on the Mahindra Vision S concept and has been spotted across India in prototypes. It is built on the new NU_IQ platform and is expected to join the Scorpio family as a sub-4m offering. The design borrows parts like steering from the XUV 7XO and infotainment from the Thar. Estimates suggest a debut in Q4 2026 with pricing in February 2027.

🍠 5 dinner ideas for better gut health 🥗

Dinner choices significantly impact gut health and sleep quality, according to experts. Sports dietitian Roxana Ehsani and Amy Shapiro emphasize focusing on fiber and probiotics in meals. Sweet potatoes with sauerkraut and salmon with miso glaze are recommended options for optimal digestion. These meals should be moderate and cooked warm, avoiding heavy or high-fat foods before bed. Finishing dinner two to three hours before sleep supports better rest and digestion.

😟 Punjab trucker facing death penalty in Saudi drug case

A Punjab resident, Baljinder Singh, has been sentenced to death in Saudi Arabia for a drug trafficking incident. He was arrested in Saudi Arabia after narcotics were found in a medicine packet while crossing the Dubai-Saudi Arabia border. This happened after he was asked by a colleague in Dubai to transport the packet for an elderly patient. His family insists he was unaware of the contents and had no involvement in illegal activities. They are now appealing to the Punjab government and the Centre for urgent diplomatic intervention to stop his execution.

😠 Trump bans major media outlets from Oval Office

Donald Trump announced a ban on CNN, MS NOW, and Politico from the White House following accusations of spreading "FAKE NEWS." This declaration, made first on Truth Social, was framed as a reaction to perceived negative coverage. The ban comes as media scrutiny increases over financial disclosures and political claims. Legally, the White House has some discretion, but access cannot be arbitrarily denied. Future legal battles will likely determine the ultimate impact of this move. 😠

🔬 Caltech engineers steer light in picosecond flashes 🤯

Researchers at Caltech unveiled a device capable of steering one beam of light using another in just 74 femtoseconds. This breakthrough involved a team led by Harry Atwater at Caltech. The demonstration utilized optical meta-surfaces to amplify the optical Kerr effect on a thin silicon film. This method bypasses electronic limitations, achieving speeds far beyond traditional light modulators. This technology promises revolutions in computing, communications, and advanced sensing.

🗳️ EC releases Delhi voter notice list of 33 lakh

The Election Commission released a notice list comprising 33 lakh voters in Delhi. This list names Arvind Kejriwal and his family, alongside Kapil Sibal and his wife, as individuals. The notice was issued because these voters were not mapped with their last Service Identification Records (SIR). This action is part of the ongoing efforts to ensure accurate electoral rolls across the city. Authorities will now proceed with necessary steps to resolve the mapping discrepancies for these specific voters. 🗳️

🌟 Neeraj Chopra wishes luck for Team India at Asian Games 🇮🇳

Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra sent his best wishes to the Indian contingent as the 20th Asian Games kicked off in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan. Chopra expressed confidence that the athletes would make the country proud despite his own absence. The Games run from September 19 to October 4, featuring 11,000 athletes across 43 sports. India aims to surpass its record medal haul from the 2023 Hangzhou Games. Manu Bhaker and Pawan Sehrawat led the Indian contingent during the opening ceremony.

✈️ F-35 parts rerouted to Hong Kong, US probes China link

Sensitive F-35 fighter jet components were unexpectedly diverted to Hong Kong while en route from Australia to the US for repairs. This incident prompted a US investigation, as the components included a stealth-tech cockpit canopy. The missing parts were reportedly noticed by the Pentagon, which is now working to retrieve them. The diversion is concerning because Hong Kong is a special administrative region of China. Further briefings are expected to determine if China gained access to this classified technology. 🧐

👑 Diana's brother pushes back on Charles's denial

Earl Spencer has strongly maintained his claim about an alleged phone call with King Charles after Princess Diana's death in 1997. He made these assertions in an exclusive interview with the BBC, challenging Buckingham Palace's statement regarding grief. Spencer stated the King made a remark suggesting they would "forget her soon enough" during a heated argument. This confrontation allegedly happened after Spencer argued against William and Harry joining the funeral procession. His upcoming memoir, ""Swan Song: Diana, My Sister,"" details these events. 👑