🤝 BRICS agrees on joint statement after tough talks

BRICS nations have finally reached a consensus on a joint statement to be released soon. This agreement was reached by Indian negotiators at the Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi. The talks concluded on Saturday, September 12, 2026, resolving disagreements among Iran, UAE, and Saudi Arabia. This meeting marks the first since recent regional tensions flared up this February. Efforts, including meetings with leaders, helped bridge the divides among the 11 members.

😥 85 TN pilgrims still missing after Nepal floods

Seventeen days after the Nepal flash floods, 85 Tamil Nadu pilgrims remain missing from the initial group of 305 tourists. The disaster hit on August 26, during a pilgrimage trip, with the floods being one of Nepal's deadliest in decades. DNA profiles for relatives of 78 of the missing individuals have been shared with the Nepal government. Tamil Nadu is running free DNA tests in Chennai, Madurai, and Thanjavur to aid identification. The state government is also offering assistance for relatives traveling to Nepal for tracing efforts.

🧐 Yogi evades press conference after journalist's question

Yogi Adams abruptly left a scheduled press conference following a pointed question from a reporter. The incident occurred in Lucknow on Tuesday afternoon, causing a stir among attendees. No specific figures or dates other than Tuesday afternoon were provided regarding the interaction. This action has sparked debate about transparency and public engagement from the political leader. Further statements regarding this sudden departure are awaited from his office. 🧐

🔪 Indian man gets 27-year sentence in Australia

A 30-year-old Indian-origin man was sentenced to 27 years in Australia for fatally stabbing a fellow student. The incident occurred in Ormond, Melbourne, after a drunken argument in May 2024. The court imposed a 20-year non-parole period after the jury found him guilty. The violence started when the man attacked Sharwan Singh, and Navjeet Singh Sandhu died during the assault. Robin is expected to face deportation to India after finishing his sentence. 😔

🤝 Modi-Xi talks tackle border, trade issues

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping will hold bilateral talks this Saturday evening during the BRICS summit in New Delhi. Discussions are set to cover the Line of Actual Control (LAC), trade, and investment between the two nations. Key issues include border management, Arunachal Pradesh disputes, and China's $137 billion Brahmaputra dam project. India will push for better market access amidst the large trade imbalance in China's favor. The talks aim to build a stable framework for managing their complex relationship. 🤝

😠 Hostel protest heats up at Jamia Millia Islamia

A protest at Jamia Millia Islamia's Jammu and Kashmir Girls' Hostel escalated on Saturday after students complained about low-quality mess food. AISA alleged that Assistant Proctor Maqsood Ahmad Malik assaulted students near the Dean of Students' Welfare office on Friday, September 11, 2026. The protest, now on its third day, demands mess vendor contract cancellation and female staff appointments. University officials refuted the assault claims and accused students of breaking two hostel gates on Friday night. The university also noted the protest timing amid the BRICS summit starting on Saturday, September 12, 2026. 😠

🤩 Indian Cricket Stars Get 80s AI Makeover

A fun social media trend is bringing the 1980s back using AI to transform modern photos. Several Indian cricket players received hilarious vintage portraits ahead of their T20I series in Delhi. The AI-generated images showed players like Jasprit Bumrah and Shreyas Iyer in classic 1980s attire. This happened just two days before the three-match series against Afghanistan kicks off on Sunday. The team is now gearing up for the T20I matches at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. 🏏

🚨 SIA raids 5 spots in Poonch, Udhampur

The State Investigation Agency conducted searches at five locations in Poonch and Udhampur districts on Saturday, September 12, 2026. The operations targeted areas like Mandi, Surankote in Poonch, and Ramnagar in Udhampur. This was part of an investigation into spreading secessionist narratives and radicalization. Officials noted that some individuals were allegedly communicating with suspicious persons across the Line of Control (LoC). The searches are ongoing to gather and verify all relevant evidence for the case.

🦖 First adult T-rex footprints found in North Dakota

Scientists recently unearthed the first known series of adult Tyrannosaurus rex footprints in North Dakota, US. This 23-foot-long trackway, featuring four three-toed prints, was found in the Hell Creek Formation last year. The footprints date back 66.5 million years and were studied by experts from Denver Museum of Nature and Science and Liverpool John Moores University. These prints reveal behavioral patterns and suggest the T-rex walked at about 3.5-7.25km/h. Three of these significant footprints will be airlifted to the Denver museum later this year.

⚖️ Allahabad HC halts mosque demolition damage recovery

The Allahabad High Court has directed the Uttar Pradesh government to respond within three weeks regarding the demolition of a mosque in Saharanpur. The court also stayed the recovery of a ₹6.41 crore fine imposed by the city magistrate on the mosque management. This action followed a writ petition challenging the demolition order issued on July 16, 2026. Authorities demolished the 315-square-metre mosque on September 5, after the district judge dismissed the appeal on September 2. An investigation is underway after a well was found beneath the demolished structure. 🕌

🤔 Pakistan's wait for BRICS membership continues

Pakistan applied to join the BRICS bloc in August 2023, seeking significant financial and geopolitical advantages. The application is currently stalled because the bloc operates on consensus, which India heavily influences. Despite backing from China and Russia, Islamabad remains outside the 11-member group, which includes India. Pakistan is trying to strengthen ties by buying a $580 million stake in the New Development Bank in 2025. Islamabad intends to keep pursuing membership in the bloc. 🌍