📈 AP aiming for $2.4T economy with cluster strategy

IT & HRD Minister Nara Lokesh stated that Andhra Pradesh is developing 23 sector-specific clusters to boost investment and job creation. This strategy aims to transform the current $200-billion economy into a $2.40-trillion economy by 2047. The clusters span from manufacturing to AI and rare earth minerals, with Google already investing significantly. Furthermore, the Horticulture Mission will launch on October 2, alongside building an Indian School of Agriculture. The state is using its 'P4' model to ensure development benefits reach all citizens. 🚀

💸 Mahadev betting app still running, ED claims huge profits

The Enforcement Directorate stated that the Mahadev online betting app generated proceeds of crime worth Rs 94,400 crore over the last decade. The agency named 42 individuals and companies as accused in the charge sheet filed in Raipur. The app, promoted via social media, allegedly offered betting on various sports and card games. ED claims the app remains operational with support from local officials in Chhattisgarh. So far, 14 people have been arrested and assets worth Rs 2,104 crore seized.

🗳️ Opposition plans fresh move to oust CEC Kumar

Opposition parties are preparing to submit a new notice demanding the removal of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar in both Houses of Parliament. This move comes as a previous petition filed in the Rajya Sabha on April 24 is still pending with Upper House Chairman C.P. Radhakrishnan. Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh stated that the new motion will include more specific charges against the CEC. The Trinamool Congress urged for united and swift action, referencing their past role in drafting removal petitions. The opposition is also considering a joint action under the INDIA bloc banner. 🗳️

🐆 Leopard attacks young boy in Valparai

A five-year-old boy named Deekshu was attacked by a leopard near the Upper Peralai estate in Valparai, Tamil Nadu, on Thursday evening. The attack happened around 5 p.m. when he was playing with his mother after returning from school. The leopard struck the child on the head before fleeing back into the forest. Deekshu was first taken to the government hospital in Valparai and later transferred to a hospital in Coimbatore for specialist care. Locals are calling for stronger safety measures due to frequent wild animal incidents in the plantation area. 🐆

🏏 Mendis century powers Lanka to big total

Kusal Mendis scored a century to help Sri Lanka reach 321 for 6 in the second ODI against England. The innings took place at Headingley, featuring strong contributions from Kusal Mendis and Kamindu Mendis. The total of 321/6 was achieved by the Sri Lankan team on the date of the match. This batting effort demonstrated a well-rounded performance, setting a high first-innings total against England. The teams will now contest the match, with England needing a big chase. 🏏

💣 Placeholder domain is now a malware hotspot 🚨

A commonly used placeholder domain, third-party[.]com, has started serving malicious content to Windows browsers. Manifold Security reported this domain is referenced across over 1,700 public repositories as of the writing. The malicious activity has been running since at least June 2026, poisoning clipboards for Windows users. This weaponization of a trusted domain opens doors for prompt injection and other security risks. Developers must use reserved placeholders like example[.]com to avoid this threat.

🗳️ CM Vijay meets party workers before bypoll push

Tamil Nadu CM C Joseph Vijay will meet TVK booth workers in Maduranthakam Assembly constituency on September 25 at 3 pm. The TVK has nominated Maragatham Kumaravel for the bypoll, which is also scheduled for Dharapuram on October 6. Leaders promised to quickly address public grievances, including providing roads and drinking water within three to four months. Furthermore, they pushed for a target of 1.25 lakh to 1.40 lakh votes for their candidate. This meeting focused on campaign strategy and government policy announcements. 🗳️

🚨 Delhi call center scams US victims for 100 crore

The Delhi Police busted an illegal international call center in Pitampura that allegedly cheated US victims of around Rs 100 crore. The operation was run by individuals in Pitampura, New Delhi, and the raid occurred on September 21. The syndicate used tech-support fraud, malware, and fake FBI threats to trick victims. Victims were coerced into buying gift cards or transferring crypto under false pretenses. Authorities are now seeking other key syndicate members located both in India and abroad. 💰

✊ Activists push for job guarantee using KKRDB funds

Activists from the Kalyana Karnataka Region Development Struggle Committee demanded an urban employment guarantee scheme. They held a press conference in Kalaburagi, highlighting the migration of poor people to major cities. The committee stated that KKRDB funds should focus on human development instead of just physical infrastructure, mentioning poverty and unemployment. They also called for affordable rail transport, specifically requesting two new trains with more unreserved coaches. The activists welcomed the reconstitution of the Cabinet Sub-Committee on Article 371(J) to address regional imbalances.

👮 Pankaj Kumar Meena becomes Markapuram's first SP

Pankaj Kumar Meena officially took charge as the first Superintendent of Police in Markapuram district on Thursday. As an IPS officer, he outlined priorities covering public safety and preventing road accidents along major highways. He assured consultation with Revenue officials to resolve noted land disputes in the district. Meena emphasized that women's safety would be a top priority, and he would be accessible to the public. He affirmed that all necessary measures would be taken to improve public services in the region.

🌊 North Andhra on high alert due to swollen rivers

Flood alerts have been sounded across Srikakulam and Vizianagaram districts following heavy inflows into several rivers. Agriculture Minister K. Atchannaidu and Collector Swapnil Dinakar Pundkar were reviewing the situation near Meliyaputti on Thursday. The Nagavali, Vamsadhara, and others received huge inflows after a deep depression crossed the Kalingapatnam sea coast. Officials are actively managing the situation, shifting people from low-lying areas while NDRF and SDRF teams stand ready. Monitoring of the river situation will continue on an hourly basis for the next couple of days. 🌊