A significant surge in dengue cases is currently straining hospital capacities in Dhaka. The situation is affecting hospitals across the city of Dhaka. Reports indicate a sharp increase in cases throughout recent weeks. This spike is causing hospitals to struggle with limited space and resources. Authorities are now intensifying efforts to manage the rising number of infections. 🏥
tech Xiaomi confirmed that the Super Pixel display on the Xiaomi 18 Pro series is upgrading to version 2.0. This new screen features hardware-level privacy protection and will be on the Xiaomi 18 Pro series. The launch is scheduled for September 23 at 19:00 China time, utilizing an M11 display. This upgrade boasts a 20% luminous efficiency boost and 4,000 nits peak brightness. Xiaomi will reveal full specs and pricing at the launch event.
world US sanctions targeting Russian oil imports are putting India's energy security at risk. Raj Yadav points out this escalating pressure from Donald Trump's 'coercive geopolitics' in India and New Delhi. The 'Lindsey O Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026' was signed on September 18th. This legislation threatens 100% tariffs on countries like India for maintaining energy ties with Moscow. India maintains its oil purchases are guided by its national interest and global prices. ⛽
business An IIM Kozhikode graduate shared their struggles on Reddit regarding the tough corporate job market. This professional, with an engineering background and data analytics experience, has sent over 250 applications but received zero callbacks. The job hunt, which includes cold emailing and applying on multiple platforms, has been extremely frustrating. The graduate noted that their resume scores well on ATS checks, making the silence even more confusing. They are now seeking advice or leads from the online community for roles in consulting or product. 😥
business A baby cockroach was spotted running on the dinner table at JW Marriott's Romano restaurant in Mumbai on Saturday evening. Prominent cardiologist Dr Ashok Seth, chairman of Fortis Healthcare, shared this incident on X on Sunday evening. He noted the sighting happened at the five-star hotel on Saturday night. Dr Seth called it an embarrassment and seriously questioned the hotel's hygiene standards. He specifically tagged Food Safety Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe to look into the issue. 🤢
The Antigua and Barbuda Falcons secured the Caribbean Premier League 2026 title by winning the final by 8 wickets. The match took place in Antigua and Barbuda against the Jamaica Kingsmen on Sunday, September 20. The Falcons posted a total of 173/2 while the Kingsmen scored 170/9. The victory was seen as a massive achievement for the franchise and Antigua cricket. The Falcons expressed pride in their journey and the support received throughout the tournament. 🏆
india Aam Janata Unnayan Party leader Humayun Kabir has stopped ground-level campaigning for the Rejinagar bypoll. He stated this move was due to police harassment and alleged attempts to loot the election in Rejinagar. Kabir claimed that the police were working at the behest of the BJP government and a nexus involving the ruling party and the Democratic Trinamool Congress. His son, Golam Nabi Azad, is now contesting the by-election after Kabir stepped back. Kabir plans to monitor the situation on October 6th to prevent any alleged electoral fraud. 🗳️
Indian fighter Suchika Tariyal secured a historic bronze medal in the Mixed Martial Arts event. This achievement took place at the Asian Games in Hangzhou, China. The medal was clinched on October 9, 2022. MMA is making its debut appearance at these games, marking a significant moment for the sport in Asia. Tariyal's win boosts India's profile in combat sports on the international stage. 🏅
india Students at IIM Jammu faced a ₹500 fine after skipping a mandatory event commemorating Prime Minister Modi's birthday. The institute imposed this penalty on the students for their absence during the scheduled celebration. This action took place recently at the IIM Jammu campus. The decision sparked debate regarding the necessity and enforcement of such mandatory political events in an academic setting. Further guidelines regarding such mandatory participation are expected to be clarified soon.
india RSS General Secretary Dattatreya Hosabale termed caste-based discrimination a "blot" on Hindu society. He made these remarks at a gathering of RSS volunteers at Lal Parade Ground on Sunday, September 20, 2026. Hosabale emphasized that ending untouchability needs a change in individual behaviour, not just laws. He stated that India's rise must benefit humanity instead of aiming for domination of other nations. He urged that environmental protection must also be part of daily conduct across all sectors.
tech Apple has rolled out iOS 27 for the iPhone Air, making Siri the main attraction with new AI capabilities. This update gives Siri its own app and allows it to understand screen context for better assistance. The new Visual Intelligence lets the camera analyze scenes, and Photos now has features like Spatial Reframing. Siri AI is currently in beta and is designed to offer personalized, conversational help. Future features may have daily usage limits, with expanded access available for a fee.
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