🌊 Chennai Secretariat plan faces big backlash

The Tamil Nadu government's Rs 1,200-crore proposal for a new Secretariat complex at Foreshore Estate has met strong resistance. Political parties and local fishermen are opposing the project's coastal location in Pattinapakkam, Chennai. The government order, issued on September 8, aims to build the 20 lakh sq foot complex, which was announced on September 3. Opponents argue the site endangers fishing livelihoods and overlooks ecological sensitivity. They are demanding the government find an alternative, safer location for the massive development. 🎣

🛡️ SUV Owners Take Road Safety Pledge in Daman

The Daman administration organized the “Thar-Fortuner Sankalp Yatra” for owners of Mahindra Thar and Toyota Fortuner SUVs. This road safety pledge was administered by the district collector on Wednesday, drawing significant public attention. The rally featured both SUVs lined up under the banner, “Raftaar nahi, sansakar.” Biocon founder Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw praised the move as necessary ‘schooling’ for drivers. The initiative aims to promote responsible driving practices among owners of these popular vehicles. 🛡️

✨ Mastering the 80s AI photo trend on ChatGPT 📸

A viral 1980s AI photo trend is transforming selfies into retro portraits using ChatGPT. Users are creating these vintage looks on platforms like Instagram and WhatsApp. The trend involves using detailed prompts to evoke the mid-1980s aesthetic with film grain and bold colors. Key mistakes include vague prompts or letting modern elements slip into the generated image. To nail it, users must specify changes while ensuring their original identity remains preserved.

🎤 Rakhi Sawant drops surprise cameo in Hania Aamir's song

Pakistani actor-singer Hania Aamir debuted her first rap song, 'Pablo,' which was made to address her haters. The track featured an unexpected guest appearance by Indian actor Rakhi Sawant in the outro. Hania released the song on Thursday, with the track written and composed by her herself. The collaboration went viral across the internet, leading fans to praise the unlikely pairing. Both celebrities have shared posts related to the song, showing their excitement. 🤩

🎾 Rybakina beats Gauff, Sabalenka awaits in US Open final

Elena Rybakina defeated Coco Gauff in a competitive US Open semi-final match. The match took place at the US Open, where Rybakina overcame Gauff's early dominance. The scoreline was Gauff winning the first set 6-3, followed by Rybakina taking the second set 6-4. This victory sets up a final showdown between Rybakina and Aryna Sabalenka on Saturday. Sabalenka is aiming for a historic third consecutive US Open title. 🎾

🧐 Shobhaa De: Mirzapur film is 'meant for men'

Film critic Shobhaa De shared her opinion on the Mirzapur film, stating it was designed for men. She admitted to falling asleep for 15 minutes while watching the movie in Uttar Pradesh. The film features Ravi Kishan and Ali Fazal, with a net collection of Rs 148.45 crore in India after one week. De criticized the plot, saying the violence was random and the story lacked direction. She will continue to watch it as a standalone piece since she missed the series beforehand. 🎬

🌍 Tharoor defends BRICS amid P Chidambaram's doubts

Shashi Tharoor argued that BRICS showcases India's significant diplomatic convening power ahead of the summit in Delhi. He noted the 11 BRICS nations represent a majority of the world's population and 41 per cent of global GDP. Tharoor acknowledged challenges, mentioning past disagreements on declarations concerning the Iran war and Russia-Ukraine conflict. Furthermore, he pointed out India's trade imbalance, showing exports to BRICS are declining while imports are rising. These points came after P Chidambaram questioned the tangible benefits India has received from the grouping.

🤠 Trump leans on GOP at Texas convention

The Republican midterm convention concluded in Dallas, Texas, with the party strongly aligning with US President Donald Trump. During the event, Trump urged voters to support him despite falling approval ratings due to affordability and the US-Israel war on Iran. He also promised a $5,000 dividend if Republicans secure both the House and Senate seats. Vice President JD Vance delivered a keynote, advocating for Republican unity and praising Trump's policies. Meanwhile, protesters gathered near the convention center to voice opposition to the party's direction. 🗳️

✨ Parul Gulati's 3-Post Strategy for Social Media Success

Entrepreneur Parul Gulati shared her three-post-a-day social media strategy for her business, Nish Hair. She detailed this approach during an interview on the podcast Restless With Ayush Shukla. The strategy allocates morning posts for direct sales, afternoon posts for visual attention grabs, and evening posts for lighthearted entertainment. This method ensures each piece of content has a distinct purpose, rather than being repetitive advertising. Ultimately, the advice emphasizes understanding audience behavior across different times of the day. 💡

⚖️ Man Gets Death Penalty for Killing Niece in Chhattisgarh

A 24-year-old man has been sentenced to death in Chhattisgarh for the rape and murder of his six-year-old niece. The Posco court in Durg district held the case was a "rarest of rare" instance, convicting him under Pocso Act and BNS. The girl went missing on April 6, 2025, from the Mohan Nagar police station area before being found dead. The investigation revealed the uncle sexually assaulted and killed the child after she went to her grandmother's house. He received the death penalty, plus fines and rigorous imprisonment for other charges. ⚖️

🤱 Breastfeeding boosts lipid profile after gestational diabetes

A new study found that higher breastfeeding intensity linked to better early postpartum lipid profiles in women with gestational diabetes. The research was conducted by Harumi Kanzawa and colleagues in Nagasaki, Japan. The prospective cohort study involved 470 Japanese women assessed between 6 and 9 weeks postpartum. This suggests greater breastfeeding intensity supports cardiometabolic health for those with prior gestational diabetes. Structured lactation support could benefit metabolic health, though long-term studies are still needed. 🤱