🚀 Croatia joins Artemis Accords as 74th nation

Croatia officially signed the Artemis Accords on Wednesday, September 23, at the Ministry of Science, Education and Youth in Zagreb. This move makes Croatia the 74th country to join this international framework for space exploration. As of the signing, over 70 countries have joined, following Albania's September 21 entry. The agreement promotes peaceful and transparent exploration of celestial bodies like the Moon and Mars. This signature opens diplomatic channels for cooperation but does not automatically bring industry funding to Croatia. 🛰️

⚖️ SC pushes ECI to decide TMC symbol issue

The Supreme Court asked the Election Commission of India to set a timeline for deciding the symbol dispute within the All India Trinamool Congress party. This was in response to Mamata Banerjee's writ petition challenging the ECI's September 17 freeze on the party name and 'Flowers & Grass' symbol. The court observed that an early decision is necessary since both factions filed nominations for bye-elections. The ECI has already given Mamata's faction 'Mamata All India Trinamool Congress' and the 'Football Player' symbol. The bench stressed the need for a fair and timely final adjudication of the rivalry. ⚖️

🤖 GrapheneOS drops first non-Pixel phone support

GrapheneOS has officially confirmed that the Motorola Signature 27 will be its first supported non-Pixel device. This flagship model comes from Motorola, and the confirmation followed an X user inquiry this week. The Signature 27 features the Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 and promises seven OS upgrades until 2031. This move significantly breaks the previous lock-in to Google hardware for GrapheneOS users. GrapheneOS is also improving its software to reduce reliance on Google services moving forward. 📱

✨ Hanuman Ansh keeps rolling strong at the box office

The spiritual biopic 'Hanuman Ansh' continues its strong run into Day 49. Starring Shobhinaw Satyaa, the film is by Vishal Chaturvedi and is playing across India. As of Day 49, the film has crossed a domestic net collection of Rs 285.29 crore and a global gross nearing Rs 372 crore. This sustained momentum is driven by word-of-mouth and endorsements from figures like Kangana Ranaut. The movie is now aiming to comfortably reach the Rs 290 crore domestic milestone soon. 🧘

📈 HSBC to return to India equity broking after 13 years

HSBC is planning to re-enter the Indian equity broking market following a long absence. This major move is set to happen in India, according to industry sources. The bank has been away from the market for 13 years, coinciding with a recent surge in IPO activity. This return signals a significant strategic shift by the global financial giant. The exact timeline for the official re-launch is yet to be confirmed by the bank.

🧑‍⚖️ SC Collegium finalizes 12 new High Court judges

The Supreme Court Collegium recommended the appointment of 12 additional judges as permanent judges across four High Courts. This decision was made during a meeting on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, by Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justices Vikram Nath and B.V. Nagarathna. Specifically, five judges were approved for the Andhra Pradesh High Court, while Kerala, Uttarakhand, and Gauhati also saw appointments. The Collegium's approval signals a step towards strengthening judicial strength in these regions. This move is expected to affect the judicial landscape in the coming months. 🧑‍⚖️

⚖️ SC Collegium approves 12 more high court judges

The Supreme Court Collegium recommended the appointment of 12 additional judges as permanent judges in four High Courts. This decision was made by the Collegium, which includes Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justices Vikram Nath and B.V. Nagarathna, during a meeting on Wednesday. Specifically, five judges were approved for the Andhra Pradesh High Court. The collegium also approved additions to the Kerala, Uttarakhand, and Gauhati High Courts. These appointments are part of the ongoing process to strengthen the judiciary across these states. ⚖️

⚽ Xavi praises Flick and backs Lamine Yamal

Former Barcelona manager Xavi Hernandez has praised Hansi Flick's current work at the club. Speaking after taking charge of the Netherlands national team, Xavi acknowledged Barça's positive progress with young talent. He highlighted that his previous tenure helped develop the current generation, including players like Lamine Yamal and Fermin Lopez. Xavi strongly backs Lamine Yamal for the next Ballon d’Or, stating he is special and different. He believes the award should go to a Spanish player following Spain's World Cup victory. 🏆

🧐 Shaque: Trust No One brings mystery to Netflix

The Netflix series Shaque: Trust No One revolves around a Shimla resident whose infant was snatched shortly after birth. Created by Rensil D’Silva and Siddharth P Malhotra and directed by D’Silva, the show features Parineeti Chopra as Anvita and Tahir Raj Bhasin as Alok. Eight years later, Anvita becomes convinced that Sakshi’s daughter is her own, causing distress to Sakshi. The plot relies on suspense and convenient developments as Khurana seeks redemption. The series concludes its seven episodes, offering Anvita the closure she has been waiting for. 🧐

🌕 Full Harvest Moon Arrives This Weekend

The full 'Harvest Moon' is set to rise this weekend, marking a significant celestial event. This particular moon phase is notable for its unique atmospheric conditions. The peak illumination is predicted for October 17th, according to astronomical data. This moon is being watched closely by amateur astronomers across the globe. People are encouraged to observe the spectacle from clear vantage points. 🌕

😥 Another harassment case surfaces in Samastipur, Bihar

Just days after the Jamui incident, four people were arrested in Samastipur following a viral video of a young woman being harassed. The incident reportedly happened near a bridge in Jagat Singhpur village about a week ago. Police registered an FIR under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, POCSO Act, and IT Act. JD(U) leader Rajeev Ranjan condemned the act and warned against circulating such videos. An investigation is currently ongoing as police conduct raids for more suspects. 🚨