🏘️ Climate refugees' lives in a Kolkata slum

A new book details the lives of climate refugees displaced from Bangladesh after Cyclone Aila in 2009. The setting is a slum area in New Town, Kolkata, where daily life is a mix of struggle and community. Elderly residents like Thakuma provide care, while landlords exert pressure through agents like Madhu madam. The slum operates within a complex, three-tier tenurial structure involving Masters and landowning cousins. This intricate social dynamic existed before the area transformed from farmland into urban sprawl.

⚠️ India-EU FTA: Copyright rules raise red flags

The European Commission asked EU members to approve the India-EU Free Trade Agreement, revealing IP chapter details. This draft requires changes to India’s Copyright Act, 1957, omitting the WCT from National Treatment. This omission could strip India of exceptions for digital works like fair dealing. Consequently, students and researchers might face legal risks for lawful digital analysis. Negotiators must push to re-insert the WCT to protect open access and research. 📚

📜 Dead Economist's Name Still In Delhi Draft Roll

Economist Bibek Debroy's name appeared in Delhi's draft voter roll even after his death in November 2024. He was a voter in the New Delhi Assembly constituency and was part of a flagged list of around 33 lakh voters. The inclusion was due to an Election Commission instruction concerning flagged names during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise. Officials were aware of his passing and confirmed his name will be removed from the final list. This highlights how EC rules keep certain names in draft rolls until objections are processed. 🧐

🏛️ Annamalai slams Vijay's London trip, suggests Madurai instead ✈️

Former BJP president K Annamalai criticized Chief Minister Joseph Vijay's recent six-day visit to London. He argued that the UK, a USD 3.4 trillion economy, was not the best target for Tamil Nadu's investments. Annamalai stressed that India is now a USD 4.1 trillion economy, making domestic focus crucial. He suggested Vijay should visit industrial hubs like Madurai and Coimbatore instead. The Tamil Nadu government claims the trip secured nearly Rs 15,000 crore in investment commitments.

📱 Galaxy A35 gets second One UI 9.0 beta update

Samsung is rolling out a second One UI 9.0 beta update for the Galaxy A35. This minor update is currently deploying in South Korea with firmware version A356NKSUAZZI4. The update specifically focuses on improving camera stability on the device. It might reach beta testers in India, the UK, and the US within the next few days. Users enrolled in the beta program should check settings for the latest release.

🚀 IIT Delhi kicks off next batch of tech exec program

IIT Delhi has launched the second batch of its executive programme focused on cutting-edge fields. This program targets professionals interested in Semiconductors, AI, and Deep-Tech Entrepreneurship. The new cohort begins its intensive learning journey starting from October 15, 2023. The course aims to equip industry leaders with advanced knowledge in future tech domains. Participants will gain practical insights to drive innovation in the tech sector moving forward.

🤝 Xi arrives at Trump summit with strong trade push

Xi Jinping arrived for the summit with Donald Trump, signaling China's robust trade capabilities. The meeting took place in a high-stakes environment focused on international commerce and bilateral relations. Specific trade metrics and agenda points were heavily discussed during the preliminary talks. This summit represents a major effort to navigate current global economic uncertainties and trade tensions. Both leaders are expected to announce significant policy shifts following their discussions. 🤝

🤝 IIT Director reassures students over IIT Bombay issue

The Director of IIT Kharagpur addressed students regarding the ongoing situation at IIT Bombay. This message aimed to let the student body know they are not facing the challenges alone. The Director stressed the importance of mutual support during this difficult period. The message emphasized the need for collective strength amidst the current academic and social pressures. Moving forward, the institution plans to provide ongoing support and guidance to all students. 🤝

⚡ VinFast, Ultra, and Honda are bringing new e-scooters to India

Three distinct electric scooters are set to enter India's market from VinFast, Ultraviolette, and Honda. VinFast is developing India-specific models, while Ultraviolette's Tesseract launches in Q1 2027 and Honda's QC3 is already announced. The Tesseract is slated to cost under Rs 1.5 lakh, aiming for 10,000 monthly units. Meanwhile, the QC3 offers a 150 km IDC range with 32 litres of storage. These launches are diversifying the urban electric mobility scene in the country.

🧐 EC clears up confusion over notices to big names

The Election Commission has clarified that there is no existential crisis following the issuance of notices. These notices were reportedly issued to LK Advani, Rekha Gupta, and Arvind Kejriwal. The actions were taken in relation to ongoing election processes and compliance checks. The EC assured stakeholders that the process remains standard and functional. Further details regarding the implications are expected to be released soon. 🧐

🏍️ TVS Apache RR 310 & RTR 310 Black Diamond Editions Drop

TVS has officially launched the Black Diamond Editions for its Apache RR 310 and RTR 310 models. These new variants are available across various dealerships in India. The editions feature exclusive styling and design elements across both bikes. This release aims to cater to enthusiasts looking for a premium and unique look. Customers can check out all the key details and specifications starting now.