💰 BRICS cautious on ditching the dollar

BRICS nations showed caution regarding de-dollarisation during their recent Finance Ministers meeting. The bloc, comprising various countries, stressed interoperable payment systems instead of a common currency. The discussions happened in Mumbai ahead of the BRICS Summit on September 12, 2026. Despite this, Iranian and Russian leaders pushed for expanding national currency use to reduce financial vulnerability. Moving away from the dollar remains complex due to market depth and differing national economic stages. 🌍

🔫 JeM terrorist remains and M4 found in J&K

Security forces recovered the remains of a Pakistani Jaish-e-Mohammed terrorist near a glacier in Doda's upper reaches. The recovery was made by SOG Doda, RR, and CRPF during a joint operation on Saturday. Officials also found a night-enabled M4 carbine at the high-altitude Seoj Dhar forest area. The identity of the slain terrorist has not been established by the police yet. Simultaneously, SIA conducted searches in Poonch and Udhampur regarding radicalization activities.

🚀 NASA ex claims new force can beat gravity

A former NASA engineer claims his company found a way to overcome Earth's gravity using electric fields. Charles Buhler, from Exodus Propulsion Technologies, made this claim after working with NASA and Kennedy Space Centre. Between early 2022 and November 2023, their devices rapidly increased thrust from one-thousandth to one full Earth gravity. This discovery suggests a new fundamental force can exert force without expelling any mass. The team is now refining the tech, with public talks scheduled for 2026.

🏡 Artist rebuilds home after fire with salvaged stuff

An Australian artist bought 25 acres in Tasmania at age 21, but a bushfire destroyed her first house just 18 months later. She decided to build a new off-grid cabin using salvaged materials from local yards and fire-damaged sites. This self-contained structure costs an estimated AU$7,000 to AU$10,000, utilizing solar power and rainwater tanks. This project showcases a low-cost alternative to traditional housing amidst high costs and environmental risks. The owner now manages her 25-acre block while living in her DIY retreat. 🏡

🏡 Larry Page expands Palo Alto estate

In 2008, Larry Page demolished two neighboring homes to grow his Palo Alto compound to nearly two acres. He acquired properties in the Old Palo Alto neighborhood, including houses on Bryant Street. By March 2009, plans emerged for a nearly 6,000-square-foot eco-house on an adjacent lot. The design aimed to minimize environmental impact, incorporating solar panels and a roof garden. This project highlighted the tension between luxury expansion and neighborhood character. 🏡

🔥 New iPhones vanish in just two minutes

Apple's new iPhone 18 Pro series and the foldable iPhone Duo sold out rapidly after preorders began on Thursday afternoon. This sold out event was reported by Chunghwa Telecom Co., one of Taiwan's major telecom operators. The iPhone 18 Pro starts at NT$44,900, while the iPhone Duo begins at NT$74,900, with sales kicking off on Sept. 18. These releases are expected to drive handset upgrades despite the higher cost of the new chips. The iPhone Duo is scheduled to be available in stores on October 23.

⚽ Barça planning big contract for young Martin

Barcelona is planning to offer Gerard Martin improved financial terms and a longer contract. This move concerns the 24-year-old versatile defender at the club. Currently, his contract runs until 2028 and includes a €100 million release clause. The revision aims to recognize his rapid rise and growing importance in the squad. This comes as Flick has seen him successfully play as a centre-back. ⚽

✈️ Sikh Pilgrims Halted at Faisalabad Airport

Over 100 Sikh pilgrims traveling to India were stopped upon arrival at Faisalabad airport. The group originated from Pakistan and was undergoing procedural checks by airport authorities. The exact number of pilgrims was confirmed to be over one hundred, and the stop occurred recently. This halt is reportedly due to standard immigration and security protocols being followed strictly. Authorities are currently processing the pilgrims to allow them to continue their journey to India. ✈️

✈️ CM Vijay's UK Trip Cleared by MEA

Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay's official trip to the United Kingdom received clearance from the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA). The Indian High Commission in London is handling all travel and security arrangements for the CM. This trip was set before Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim's planned visit to Chennai on Sunday, September 13, 2026. A planned high tea event connecting the two leaders for the BRICS summit was subsequently cancelled. The MEA did not advise the CM to stay back, finalizing the existing overseas itinerary.

🤝 Xi-Modi meeting: China promises to manage differences with India

During the recent meeting, Chinese President Xi Jinping stated that China will properly handle any existing differences with India. This conversation took place between the two leaders in a bilateral setting. Specific figures or dates of the meeting were not provided in the report. The statement comes amid ongoing diplomatic discussions between Beijing and New Delhi. Both nations are expected to continue high-level talks to smooth over bilateral relations. 🤝

🚨 Mumbai arrests in massive cyber-fraud network

Mumbai Police arrested three men linked to a cyber-fraud network suspected of handling around ₹350 crore. The accused, identified as Islamuddin, Yasir, and Abdul Razzaq, were arrested on September 11 and remanded until September 19. Investigators traced ₹24 crore in suspicious transactions through 10 bank accounts associated with the arrested individuals. The network allegedly used 2,898 SIM cards and functioned by buying and selling mule accounts. Police are now investigating the higher-level operators involved in this operation. 📱