🧐 HC orders audit in $4.6B pharma dispute

The Delhi High Court has ordered a forensic audit of transactions involving Fortis, IHH, and RHT. This case stems from a $4.6-billion arbitration award Daiichi Sankyo won against Malvinder and Shivinder Singh in 2008. Daiichi is investigating shareholding dilution and alleged clandestine transfers to RHT Singapore. The audit will look at transactions between FHL and IHH, alongside bank conduct issues. The purpose is to ensure sufficient funds are available to satisfy the arbitration award against the Singh brothers. 🧐

⛽ Supreme Court denies ethanol pump disclosure plea

The Supreme Court has refused to entertain a plea demanding the disclosure of ethanol percentage in petrol pump nozzles and related bills. This request was filed by concerned citizens seeking transparency regarding the fuel mix. The petition was brought before the court recently, aiming for clear data on the ethanol content. The core issue revolves around the mandatory blending of ethanol in petrol across various locations. Moving forward, the court has declined to take up the matter for immediate scrutiny. ⛽

🔥 12yo Korean invents life-saving phone grip 📱

A 12-year-old South Korean student, Kim Ji-on, invented a device to help people survive deadly fires. She developed this invention after seeing a tragic fire incident in Bucheon, South Korea. The device, which features activated carbon fibre, won the Presidential Award at the 2026 Youth Invention Festival on November 11th. Kim believes this filter can provide crucial minutes to escape before real gas masks are needed. She plans to donate her 3 million won prize money to aid in developing countries.

🤔 AIMIM MLC Mirza Rahmath Baig reportedly missing

Expelled AIMIM MLC Mirza Rahmath Baig has reportedly gone missing after returning to Hyderabad on Saturday, August 29. The missing person is the MLC from Hyderabad, following his expulsion from the party. This comes amidst allegations and after he was expelled on August 29 and told to resign. Baig denied the sexual assault claims, calling them fake deepfakes meant to damage his reputation. He has also approached the Cyber Crime Police regarding threats and blackmail.

🦟 India crushes malaria cases by almost 80%

India has seen a massive nearly 80% decline in malaria cases and deaths between 2015 and 2025. This progress was achieved as the number of high-burden districts dropped significantly from 155 down to just 33. In 2025, these 33 districts accounted for 64% of all malaria cases nationwide. Officials stressed the need for sustained vigilance to meet the 2030 elimination goal. Future efforts will focus on strengthening surveillance and inter-sectoral coordination.

🩺 AI scribes mess up drug names and diagnoses 🤖

An NHS watchdog has warned that AI scribes used in doctor consultations can incorrectly name drugs and diagnoses. This risk was highlighted in cases across the UK, including a woman misdiagnosed with demyelination in an NHS setting. These errors, such as confusing prescribed medications, are currently being caught by patients rather than doctors. The NHS plans for these AI tools to ease staff burdens, but patient safety concerns remain critical. There is an urgent need for clear procedures on how patients can report and correct these AI mistakes.

🏔️ Himalayan glaciers in risk after Nepal floods

The recent Nepal floods highlighted potential risks on India's side of the Himalayas. Two agencies are tracking 195 vulnerable glacial lakes, with 67 classified as very high risk. Separately, an IISc study mapped 219 hanging glaciers in Uttarakhand's Central Himalayas. These ice masses pose a major hazard as they detach and cause avalanches. The projected exposed population in the study area is set to rise significantly by 2030. 🏔️

🔫 Singer's murder linked to old gang feud over song

Haryanvi singer Ankit Baliyan was shot dead in Shamli, Uttar Pradesh, on August 26. Police suspect the murder was triggered by a song referencing the 2021 courtroom killing of gangster Jitender Maan alias Gogi. Gogi's gang allegedly objected to the song, which they claimed dishonored them, despite prior warnings. The suspects, Mohit and Sumit from Sonipat, were later killed in a police encounter on Monday. Rahul alias Bhola is identified as the alleged mastermind behind the killing and is wanted in Haryana. 😠

👋 IAS Officer Divya Mittal Steps Down After 13 Years

Divya Mittal has decided to resign from the Indian Administrative Service (IAS) after a long tenure. She is currently serving in a role within the civil services across India. Her 13-year journey in the civil service has come to a close as she makes this career change. This decision comes after a period of dedicated public service in various capacities. The future plans of Divya Mittal following her resignation have not yet been officially disclosed.

🤔 Philosopher bridged Hindu thought and socialism

Edward Carpenter, a poet and philosopher, arrived in Madras in 1891, finding the English lifestyle absurd. He criticized the privileged class's insistence on maintaining a certain status in India. His experiences fueled his socialist leanings, leading him to question the social order. He connected his views with Hindu philosophy after encountering the Bhagavat Gita. Carpenter sought a connection with the working classes while travelling in late 19th-century India.

😌 Vagus nerve: travel stress hack or overhyped trend?

Travel seriously messes with your autonomic nervous system by disrupting routines and rhythms. This stress test causes issues like jet lag and anxiety because familiar safety anchors disappear in new places. Quick fixes only treat symptoms, while addressing the root cause is key for true calm. Techniques include splashing cold water or quiet humming to activate the vagus nerve. Ultimately, integrating this work before and during travel can prevent being completely drained by your trip. ✈️