🇮🇳 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.

🤝 Trump and Xi meet, call it a 'great meeting'

US President Donald Trump stated that he and Chinese President Xi Jinping had a "great meeting" at the White House. This summit took place in Washington D.C. on September 25, 2026, marking Xi's first visit in over a decade. The leaders discussed pressing issues like AI, trade, and security, while Xi urged for competition to remain "healthy." Going forward, both nations are expected to continue managing their complex relationship. 🤝

🗣️ US-Iran nuclear clash at UNGA

A heated verbal spat broke out between the US and Iran during the UN General Assembly in New York. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian defended his nation's stance on nuclear technology while accusing the US and Israel of instability. Donald Trump warned Iran about not possessing nuclear weapons and urged economic isolation against Tehran. Meanwhile, India's S. Jaishankar met Marco Rubio to discuss sanctions impacting Russian and Iranian trade. High-level talks are continuing between both nations amid these geopolitical tensions. 🌍

🔥 Jewar bus fire kills 9 after alleged negligence

Nine people tragically died in a bus fire near Jewar Airport after smoke and burning smells were noticed. The incident occurred on the Yamuna Expressway, involving a Raj Kalpana Travels bus heading towards Mahoba. The fire broke out on Thursday, September 24, 2026, after the initial signs were ignored. Passengers claimed the driver and helper deliberately continued smoking inside the cabin despite warnings. An investigation has been launched under culpable homicide and rash driving provisions to determine the cause. 😟

🚨 Ex-Councillor shot in Patna; police investigating

Former councillor Anil Yadav was seriously injured after two unidentified men opened fire on him in Patna on Wednesday evening. Three assailants arrived on a motorcycle in the basement of his apartment. Yadav sustained four to five bullet injuries to his hands, lower abdomen, and legs. Police are investigating the attack, looking into possible enmity and a link to the couple's son's killing. Raids are underway to apprehend the accused and determine the motive behind the violence.

🏥 ICU vs Non-ICU views on end-of-life care

A study compared end-of-life treatment preferences between ICU and non-ICU hospital staff in France. The research surveyed 743 professionals, including 195 ICU caregivers and 349 non-ICU caregivers. Findings showed long-term consequences influenced decisions more than mortality risk across all groups. ICU caregivers were more likely to withdraw life-sustaining treatment in certain scenarios than they thought was collegial. These differing views highlight how professional culture might affect critical clinical judgment. 🏥

🔬 New nanocomposite membrane for flexible electronics

Researchers created PVA/PVP polymer blend nanocomposite films using Zn0.08Cd0.92O nanoparticles through solution casting. These materials were tested at concentrations between 0.3 to 2.0 wt% using various characterization techniques. Analysis showed changes like a redshift in the absorption edge and increased refractive index with higher filler content. This structural modification suggests potential for optical coatings and flexible optoelectronic uses. Further studies will likely explore these enhanced optical properties for real-world applications.

🧠 India gets first Alzheimer's disease-modifying drug

Doctors are highlighting a gap in early diagnosis for Alzheimer's disease. The new disease-modifying drug has been made available in India. This breakthrough was reported in the World by BW Healthcare. The drug offers hope for managing the progression of the condition. Further research and broader accessibility are now expected to follow. 🧠

💰 Kerala Lottery: Karunya Plus KN-642 results out

The Karunya Plus KN-642 lottery draw is scheduled for Thursday, September 24, 2026. The draw will take place at 3 pm at Gorky Bhavan in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. The first prize is worth Rs 1 crore, with second and third prizes set at ₹30 lakh and ₹5 lakh respectively. The event will be supervised by an independent panel of judges to ensure total transparency. Winners must claim their prizes within 30 days by visiting the Kerala Lottery Office in Thiruvananthapuram. 🤞

🏍️ PM Modi meets Seva Yatra riders this Thursday 🏍️

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will interact with participants of the Seva Yatra on Thursday morning. This twin motorcycle rally connects his hometown Vadnagar with Varanasi. The yatras started on September 17th and will conclude on October 7th, marking 25 years of his public service. The rally aims to bring service and engagement to towns, districts, and villages across the route. Participants are actively meeting people and executing 'seva' activities based on local requirements.