🧅 Drought hits Karnataka onion crops; prices stay high

Severe drought has damaged 62,985 hectares of onion crop across 124 taluks in Karnataka. The Karnataka State Department of Horticulture recorded these losses, with additional drought-affected taluks being declared on September 22. Despite sowing 1,41,256 hectares for the 2026-27 kharif season, poor rains threaten the yield. Current retail prices hover between ₹65 and ₹70 a kg, likely to rise more. Price stability across India depends heavily on the upcoming kharif harvest. 🧅

🔬 Resveratrol fights diabesity issues in liver

Resveratrol was shown to help reduce insulin resistance and liver fat buildup associated with diabesity. This study used an iLIRKO mouse model in Madrid, Spain, to test the compound's effect. Specifically, Resv treatment lowered insulin resistance and hepatic lipid accumulation in these mice. When these mice ate a high-fat diet, Resv managed to improve all the observed negative metabolic changes. This suggests Resv could be a strong treatment for T2DM and related metabolic disorders. 🔬

🛑 Alabama farmer halts power line construction

A landowner successfully secured a temporary court order stopping utility crews from working on his 416-acre property. This happened in Shelby County, Alabama, where Alabama Power planned a 74-mile transmission line. The order was issued by Circuit Judge Jonathan A. Spann, halting work started near the land. The court found the utility failed to follow required procedures before starting condemnation proceedings. The injunction remains until the larger legal challenge against the eminent domain action is decided. 🛑

🌎 Trump invites Putin to Miami G20 summit

The US has invited Russian President Vladimir Putin to the G20 meeting scheduled for Miami. This invitation comes after US Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Sergey Lavrov in New York. The G20 summit takes place annually, and Putin's attendance would be his first in-person appearance since 2019. Relations between the US and Russia remain strained despite talks regarding the Ukraine war. Observers suggest the focus should remain on pressuring Russia to end its attacks. 🤝

🏠 Spouse property buy gets ITAT nod

A woman used Rs 8.31 crore from LTCG to buy her husband's Mumbai property for Rs 7.5 crore and claimed Section 54F exemption. The Income Tax Department challenged this, calling it tax avoidance since the property was held by her husband's proprietorship. The department denied the exemption, arguing the transactions were connected for tax reduction purposes. However, the ITAT Mumbai ruled in her favour on July 17, 2026, finding no evidence of a fake transaction. The tribunal confirmed there is no statutory bar on purchasing property from a spouse while claiming the exemption. 🏠

💔 Diana's brother claims she wanted a divorce

Diana's brother made shocking claims regarding her marriage to Charles. He asserted that Princess Diana genuinely wanted a divorce from Prince Charles. According to his statements, he alleged that Charles was involved with his valet. These claims suggest deep marital issues within the royal family dynamics. The fallout from these revelations continues to be discussed among the public. 💔

🦟 Dengue and Measles Cases Spike in Bangladesh

Bangladesh reported 1,782 new dengue cases and eight deaths over the last 24 hours. Dhaka and Khulna divisions saw the highest numbers of these new dengue cases, respectively. Cumulatively this year, there are 69,149 dengue cases and 209 deaths recorded so far. Separately, five children died from suspected measles in the last day, adding to the ongoing health crisis. Authorities are monitoring these rising numbers as of September 24, 2026. 🦟

✈️ Australia cracks down on international student visas

The Australian government has introduced visa changes making it harder for international students to bring their families along. This decision was announced by Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke in Australia on Thursday. Last year, over 45,000 visas were granted to family members of international students. These measures aim to lower net overseas migration from about 290,000 to 225,000 by 2027-’28. Students will also need to prove progression to a higher course level to avoid 'visa hopping'. 🎓

🤝 India-Russia eyeing $100B trade goal

Russia and India are concentrating on growing their trade, defense cooperation, and economic connections. Both nations have set an ambitious target of reaching $100 billion in bilateral trade by the year 2030. To counter Western sanctions, they are strengthening alternative payment systems and increasing the use of their national currencies. Furthermore, recent talks emphasized deeper industrial and defense collaboration, including joint production possibilities. This evolving partnership significantly impacts the future trajectory of their economic relationship. 🤝

👶 Ranveer's big return after baby girl arrives 👶

Ranveer Singh made his first public appearance at the Hunkkaar premiere after his family welcomed a second baby girl on September 19. The actor attended the event with Deepika Padukone in a striking all-white suit. The couple announced the birth of their second child on September 19, 2026, two years after their first daughter, Dua, in September 2024. Friends and fans quickly congratulated the beaming new dad on his recent arrival. Ranveer is also currently gearing up for his next film, Pralay.

🤝 US and Iran talk about Hormuz deal

The US and Iran have reportedly discussed a phased deal aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz. This high-level conversation took place between officials from both nations. The talks reportedly focused on ending the existing US blockade in the region. This potential agreement is seen as a crucial step toward stabilizing the Middle East's maritime routes. Further details on the implementation timeline are expected in the coming weeks. 🤝