🤖 GenAI helps treat academic anxiety in trials

A hybrid human-GenAI single-session exposure program was tested for academic anxiety in two randomized controlled trials. The research involved 425 participants across trials registered in April 2025 and April 2026. The intervention showed greater improvements in immediate and two-week follow-up anxiety compared to both control groups. Participants found the program to be safe and acceptable during the study period. These findings suggest human-GenAI collaboration can safely offer evidence-based care. 🧠

🌍 BRICS Summit in Delhi: Global Power Play 🌍

The 18th BRICS Summit is taking place in New Delhi, hosted by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, with over a dozen world leaders attending. Key figures like Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping are present during this gathering on September 12 and 13. The bloc aims to counter the economic dominance of wealthier Western nations amid global chaos. Agenda items include boosting economies through trade and discussing cross-border payments amid sanctions. Leaders will also talk about digital currencies for trade settlements.

💰 Telangana CM promises fee reimbursement in phases

CM Revanth Reddy assured that fee reimbursement dues for genuine colleges will be cleared in phases. This commitment was made by CM Reddy in the Telangana Assembly on Friday, September 11. The government plans to release Rs 200 crore monthly towards the estimated Rs 2500 crore liability. This is happening while institutions with irregularities remain under scrutiny and the state aims to use central government support. Furthermore, Telangana is developing a new policy to ready students for the global economy.

🚨 Social Media Linking to Child Marriages?

A case surfaced where a 15-year-old girl from Nepal married a 28-year-old man after meeting on Instagram in Chennai. Following a call to her sister, the girl was traced and rescued by India Child Protection after her family complained to the police. Experts say digital communication is changing child marriage tactics, increasing vulnerability for girls. While the national average for child marriage is 23%, the Central Government aims for a child marriage-free India by 2030. 💔

🌟 Aamir Khan gears up for big superhero flick

Aamir Khan is reportedly discussing a massive superhero film with Sajid Nadiadwala, to be directed by R. Balki. The project is currently in its early stages, with scripting actively underway. Discussions are expected to progress over the coming months as the vision takes shape. This would mark Aamir's first collaboration with both Sajid Nadiadwala and R. Balki. The scale of the film suggests a unique approach within the Indian superhero genre. 🎬

🧐 Andhra retains 3,736 liquor shops under new policy

The Andhra Pradesh government has decided to retain 3,736 retail liquor shops under the new Excise Shops Policy for 2026-27. This policy, issued by Mukesh Kumar Meena, divides the outlets into 3,396 general category and 340 reserved for the toddy-tapping community. Operators renewing licenses must pay a Retail Excise Tax (RET) of 38% plus other fees, with specific rates for different population areas. Unrenewed shops will be allocated via a lottery system requiring a Rs 1,000 fee. The new rules also mandate a digital track-and-trace system and four CCTV cameras for enhanced monitoring. 🧐

👶 Musk's 'baby mama' on his 'legion of children' comment

Elon Musk's former girlfriend, Ashley St Clair, revealed that he once wanted a 'legion of children' before the civil war. This statement was made by St Clair while attending the Venice premiere of a documentary directed by Alex Gibney. She noted that she had a son with Musk in 2024, but they have since separated. Furthermore, St Clair accused him of stoking division through the X platform and expressed regret over her past political activism. The documentary itself followed Musk's rise to prominence in technology and politics. 🤯

🏛️ Telangana Assembly tackles Section 22A land dispute

The Telangana Assembly monsoon session is set for an intense day as discussions on Section 22A land issues are scheduled for Saturday, September 12, 2026. Opposition parties like BRS and BJP have been raising concerns about properties listed under this section in Telangana. They alleged that the prohibited list grew significantly from 16 lakh acres previously to 1.16 crore acres now. Victims from the city and surrounding areas shared their problems after their lands were included in the prohibited list. Leaders previously organized a demonstration demanding a judicial inquiry into the alleged irregularities.

✅ India's elections: top transparency rating

The Chief of the Election Commission stated that India's electoral process ranks among the most transparent globally. This assessment pertains to the entire electoral mechanism across the country. Key details mentioned included the smooth conduct of recent elections and the robust monitoring systems in place. This high ranking reflects continuous efforts to ensure a fair democratic environment for all citizens. Moving forward, the commission plans to further enhance digital safeguards in the voting process.

😠 Villagers tie telecom tech to tower over bad 5G

A telecom technician was allegedly tied to a mobile tower by villagers in Fatehpur, Uttar Pradesh, due to persistent 5G network issues. The incident involved Aditya Bhan Singh at Hardauli village in the Bindki area on Thursday. Villagers claimed poor mobile connectivity had lasted nearly two years despite the tower's installation. They demanded senior company officials resolve the patchy service and paid subscriptions without improvement. Police registered an FIR and arrested six individuals, who were later released on bail. 😠

🔫 Ex-serviceman arrested for stealing 12 guns

Twelve firearms were stolen from the 20 Madras Regiment premises at Secunderabad Cantonment on August 30. Malkajgiri police arrested 37-year-old Upputholla Mallesh, a retired havaldar from the 20 Battalion. The theft involved multiple weapons, including AK-203 rifles and various pistols, which were recovered later. Investigators noted Mallesh had been scouting the area beforehand and created an alibi. His motive remains under investigation, although police suspect retirement frustration.