🦟 Dengue under control, says Tamil Nadu Health Secretary

Principal Secretary (Health and Family Welfare) Darez Ahmed stated that dengue fever is largely under control across Tamil Nadu. He was in Madurai to check on the preparedness for handling dengue cases. As of September 23, there were 17,939 cases and nine deaths reported statewide. The government is closely monitoring districts like Chennai and Coimbatore due to higher case numbers. Residents are urged to cooperate by preventing waterlogging as preventive measures continue.

♟️ India misses title shot at Chess Olympiad

India failed to close the gap in the 2026 Chess Olympiad during Round 8 against Azerbaijan. Dommaraju Gukesh drew the match, despite needing a win to keep the title defence alive. The match concluded after 56...Rb2+ as the game simplified into a draw. Meanwhile, Savitha Shri maintained a winning streak, securing a crucial win for the women's team. Uzbekistan and Germany currently lead the standings with 14 points each. ♟️

⚖️ Father and daughter face legal action in Delhi

Gyanesh Kumar and his daughter are both facing legal consequences for their alleged crimes. The legal proceedings are taking place in Delhi, where lawyers are actively working on their defense. Specific numbers and dates regarding the charges were not provided in the initial report. The case involves serious allegations that require thorough legal scrutiny by the court. Further updates will depend on the progress of the ongoing legal battle. ⚖️

💰 Giant Ganesh laddu fetches massive bid in Hyderabad

A 5-kg Ganesh laddu at Keerthi Richmond Villas in Bandlaguda Jagir sold for ₹1.01 crore during a recent auction. This event was held two days ahead of the final day of Ganesh Chaturthi this year. This amount is less than the ₹2.32 crore fetched by a 10 kg laddu at the same location in 2025. All proceeds go to the RV Diya Charitable Trust for various social causes. The initiative aims to inspire other communities in Hyderabad to make festive traditions into fundraising drives. 💰

🤝 Trump and Xi meet for big talks

Donald Trump and Xi Jinping held a bilateral meeting to discuss trade, AI, and the Iran War. The leaders were seen during a military review in the Rose Garden of the White House. This customary event featured musicians in colonial attire and white wigs. Prior to the review, Trump and Xi walked past the presidential portrait display. The meeting marks a significant diplomatic exchange between the two nations. 🤝

🕯️ Actor Mushtaq Khan passes away at 75

Actor Mushtaq Khan, famous for roles in over 500 films, has sadly passed away after battling cancer. He was 75 years old and was admitted to Nanavati Hospital in suburban Mumbai about two weeks ago. The actor reportedly suffered stomach pain before doctors discovered his cancer diagnosis. He was previously fine and even shooting for a debut film before his hospitalization. His funeral is scheduled to take place on Friday, September 24, 2026. 😔

⚖️ SC changes death penalty to life for rapist

The Supreme Court commuted the death sentence to life imprisonment for a man convicted of raping and killing his six-year-old stepdaughter in Madhya Pradesh. The bench of Justice Vikram Nath, Justice Sandeep Mehta, and Justice Vijay Bishnoi upheld his conviction, which was originally secured on December 17, 2018. The court noted the sustained sexual violation and killing to conceal it, finding ordinary life imprisonment inadequate. Waris will remain incarcerated for the rest of his natural life without any possibility of remission. 😔

🤖 Google drops Gemini 3.8 Flash TTS voice models

Google has launched two new Gemini 3.8 Flash TTS voice models for high-volume audio production. These systems are for interactive entertainment and automated media dubbing, released to expand Google's audio roster. The models replace 30 legacy voices, offering over 2,000 profiles in 100+ languages as of now. Developers can use these for multi-speaker staging and insert non-verbal acoustic markers into scripts. Access is available via Google AI Studio and the Gemini API for various commercial integrations. 🎤

😟 Mumbai cops visit Noida over Savarkar insult video

Mumbai police officers traveled to Noida regarding a video that contained an insult directed at Savarkar. The incident involves a couple who subsequently fled their residence due to fear. The video in question was circulating around a specific date, though the exact date was not provided. This situation stems from public outrage over the controversial content shared online. Authorities are now monitoring the situation to ensure peace and compliance in the area. 😟

✈️ Flight delayed 12 hours due to bad weather

An Air India Express flight carrying over 70 passengers, including two Ministers, landed at Bhogapuram on Thursday morning after a major delay. The flight departed Vijayawada on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, but was diverted to Nagpur due to heavy rain and bad weather at Bhogapuram. After several hours in Nagpur, the aircraft finally departed and reached Bhogapuram at around 8:30 am on Thursday. The prolonged wait caused worry among passengers and their families, who sought updates from airport authorities. Minister K. Atchannaidu subsequently reviewed the cyclone and flood situation in Tekkali.

😔 Police officer suspended for drunk driving incident

A sub-inspector from Azheekal Coastal police station has been suspended for allegedly causing a road accident while driving under the influence of alcohol. This incident occurred near Kannothumchal on the national highway on the night of September 21, 2026. The officer, named Rajith, reportedly hit three people, including a student coming home from work. All three individuals sustained injuries in the crash. A case was officially registered by Kannur Town police based on the complaint from the injured student. 😔