🌧️ Heavy rain shuts waterfalls in ASR district

Torrential rain hit Alluri Sitharama Raju district on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, causing streams to overflow and disrupting roads. Chaparai and Kothapalli waterfalls were closed as a safety precaution for tourists. G.K. Veedhi received nearly 50 mm of rain, while other spots got over 30 mm. The downpour also damaged roads in the Jerrela area of G.K. Veedhi mandal. Joint Collector T. Sripooja ordered officials to stay alert and monitor vulnerable spots closely. 🌧️

🚨 Another molestation case surfaces in Samastipur

Four men were arrested after a 56-second video showed alleged molestation in Samastipur. The incident occurred on Wednesday on Dam Bypass Road in Jagatsinghpur village under Karpurigram police station. The arrests happened on Thursday, following the video's viral circulation. This follows a similar case in Jamui where a Class X girl was harassed on Saturday. Police are investigating both incidents seriously to ensure justice is served. 😔

🩺 NEET-PG 2026 results dropping soon, sources say

The NEET-PG 2026 examination results are anticipated to be announced shortly by the NBEMS. This high-stakes exam took place on August 30, 2026, with a re-exam held in Jaipur on September 5. The test covered 1,111 centers across 339 cities for 2.73 lakh candidates. Despite technical disruptions, the overall process was deemed fair and transparent by Dr Abhijat Sheth. A specific re-examination was conducted for 2,445 candidates affected by power issues at the Sitapura centre in Jaipur.

🤖 OpenAI claims SEC filings weaken xAI antitrust case

OpenAI has asked a Texas federal judge to dismiss an antitrust lawsuit filed by Elon Musk's xAI against Apple. The suit alleged Apple violated antitrust laws by exclusively integrating ChatGPT into Apple Intelligence features. The case, which is slated for a January trial, was initiated by Musk’s companies last year. OpenAI argued that recent securities disclosures from SpaceX, which publicly traded in June, contradict xAI's claims of competitive harm. The company maintains it does not possess monopoly power and that the initial integration was underperforming. 🤖

🥇 Indian squash stars dominate Asian Games

Anahat Singh defeated Singapore's Wai Iynn Au Yeong in the Asian Games on Thursday. She and Tanvi Khanna, who also beat Wai Yhann Au Yeong, set up an all-Indian women's singles quarter-final. On September 24, 2026, Anahat won 3-0 and Tanvi won 3-1 in their respective matches. This performance showcases India's strong presence in the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games squash courts. Next, Joshna Chinappa and Velavan Senthilkumar will face the Philippines' David Pelino and Jemyca Aribado on Friday.

♟️ China and Kazakhstan draw in Women's Chess Olympiad

China and Kazakhstan drew their round seven match 2–2 in the Women's Chess Olympiad. This happened in Samarkand, leaving both teams tied for first place with 13/14 match points. The top chasing group is now only one point behind the leaders as of Wednesday. India advanced by beating Germany 3½–½, reaching 12/14 points. Kazakhstan will face India in the next round, which is crucial for the top spots. ♟️

🥇 India dominates Japan in Kabaddi clash

India defeated Japan with a score of 33 to 16 in the women's Kabaddi Group A match. This game took place on September 24, 2026, as part of the Asian Games 2026 tournament. India secured two all outs against the less experienced Japanese team during the match. A win for India allows them to potentially reach the top of the group standings. The result sets up India's potential semifinal opponent against Nepal. 🤩

📉 Insurance rules shake up Fintech stocks

IRDAI proposed major changes to insurance distribution, including cracking down on 'dark patterns' and lowering costs. This news caused shares of PB Fintech and Turtlemint to crash by 20% on Thursday, September 24. The regulator aims to replace the current complex structure with three new entity types, affecting commissions. These reforms could pressure the earnings of digital distributors, prompting investors to re-evaluate their outlook. IRDAI has invited feedback on these proposals until October 25. 📉

📉 Sensex tanks amid Iran's UN warning; NSE IPO debuts

The BSE Sensex dropped over 1,100 points on Thursday, closing at 73,663.44, amidst escalating geopolitical tension. This sharp decline followed Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian's UN speech warning of expansion to the Indian Ocean. Concurrently, the National Stock Exchange (NSE) IPO debuted on Thursday with a modest gain, trading at ₹1861.00. The market volatility was compounded by oil prices staying above $100 a barrel. Investors will now watch how this global instability impacts broader Indian market sentiment. 📉

🏡 Biles' temporary Texas home hits market for $1.2M

Simone Biles and Jonathan Owens are selling the temporary home they used while building their dream mansion. This four-bedroom property, located in Spring, Texas, is now listed for $1.2 million. The home, built in 2019, covers 3,998 square feet and sits on more than an acre. It served as a stable base for the couple during their busy careers and the construction period. With the new mansion complete, this property is now available on the luxury market. 🏡

🏏 Afghanistan beats Japan in Asian Games opener

Afghanistan successfully defended a modest total of 129 against Japan in the Asian Games men's cricket competition. The match took place in Nisshin, Japan, on an unspecified date. Afghanistan posted 129 for 6, while Japan was bowled out for 81 in 19.3 overs. Arab Gul took 4 for 8 on his T20I debut, contributing significantly to the victory. Next, both teams will face Nepal in Group A to determine quarter-finalists. 🏏