🏛️ High Court dismisses challenge to DMK whip's win

The Madras High Court rejected an election petition filed by Arul Arumugam against E.V. Velu's victory in Tiruvannamalai. The ruling was made by Justice D. Bharatha Chakravarthy on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, after considering applications from Mr. Velu. Velu secured 88,273 votes, beating Arumugam's 85,818 votes, with BJP's C. Elumalai getting 34,280. The court found the petition lacked a triable issue, despite the narrow 2,455 vote margin. Currently, four election petitions have been rejected by the High Court so far this year.

🩺 Rare Kimura Disease in Diabetic Teen

Kimura disease was recently observed in an adolescent who also had Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus. This case was reported in a study detailing the patient's condition in a medical journal. The co-occurrence involved T Helper 2-driven eosinophilic lymphadenopathy alongside autoimmune endocrinopathy. This rare combination highlights complex immunological interactions within the patient's system. Further research is needed to fully understand this unusual medical presentation. 🩺

📈 EPFO wage ceiling jumps to ₹25,000

The Union Cabinet approved raising the EPFO wage ceiling from ₹15,000 to ₹25,000 per month. This decision involves the Ministry of Labour & Employment and impacts workers across India. It is expected to bring over 51 lakh additional employees under mandatory EPFO coverage starting now. This update accounts for wage growth and the expansion of formal employment over the years. The higher ceiling aims to improve worker retention and strengthen retirement security for more people. 💼

🚂 Railway JE CBT 2 Result 2026 is out now

The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially released the RRB Junior Engineer (JE) CBT 2 Result for 2026. Candidates who took the exam on July 2 can now check their merit list PDF on the official website. This massive recruitment drive is aiming to fill a total of 2,569 Junior Engineer positions across various zones. The cutoff marks for qualification to the Document Verification (DV) stage differ based on the vacancies in each zone. Candidates should check the regional RRB websites to download their results and future scorecards.

💸 UPI's fee structure is changing with a tiny MDR

A 0.4% Merchant Discount Rate is being introduced for certain UPI merchant transactions above Rs 2,000. This change is happening across India, impacting merchants who process higher-value digital payments. The new framework exempts peer-to-peer transfers and small merchants below a Rs 1 lakh monthly limit. This shifts the model from implicit subsidies to a more commercially financed infrastructure. The impact depends on merchant behavior and psychological effects on payment choices. 💸

😠 Rahul Gandhi slams Modi over UPI tax

Rahul Gandhi strongly criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi regarding the new Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) framework for UPI transactions. The Congress leader made these remarks in New Delhi, accusing the government of bowing to pressure from the United States. This new framework introduces a 0.4% MDR on specified merchant payments above Rs 2,000 starting October 15. The opposition alleges this is a 'Modi tax' designed to benefit the US, urging Modi to stand up against foreign influence. The government maintains this MDR is not a tax, applying only to merchants, while person-to-person UPI payments remain free.

🚗 27yo charged in Sydney over child's death

Sandeep Adhikari, a 27-year-old man, has been charged with negligent driving causing death. This incident happened in Auburn, western Sydney, where a three-year-old girl was struck by a car. The event occurred on Normanby Road on Tuesday afternoon, leading to the girl's death at Westmead Hospital. Adhikari, who is from Nepal, appeared in Burwood Local Court on Wednesday and remains on bail. His next court appearance is scheduled for October 27.

😔 Isha Rikhi talks about being played in relationship

Punjabi actor Isha Rikhi opened up about feeling betrayed in a relationship during a conversation with Kanika Mann on Bigg Boss 20. Although she didn't name Badshah, these comments followed their announced separation after a short marriage. Isha stated she trusts partners until shown proof, revealing she felt completely 'played' when the relationship ended. She described the experience as toxic, feeling like she was only valued for convenience rather than genuine friendship. She detailed feeling someone was keeping her close only when it suited their own needs. 💔

📱 Police can't legally jam your phone, says IFF

IFF has filed Right to Information requests concerning Delhi Police's use of signal jammers. This move challenges the operational legality of such devices used by law enforcement agencies. The specific details regarding the number of jammers and the exact dates of their deployment are being sought through the RTI process. The action stems from concerns about potential privacy violations during police operations in Delhi. IFF is now waiting for the official response from the Delhi Police department regarding these requests. 🧐

🏛️ Big Infra Push for Kalyana Karnataka Districts

Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar will launch development work worth ₹1,775.41 crore across seven districts of Kalyana Karnataka. This announcement was made by Home Minister Priyank Kharge during a media conference in Kalaburagi on September 16, 2026. The package includes foundation-laying for 557 projects valued at ₹1,071.56 crore and inauguration of 244 completed projects worth ₹703.85 crore. Regarding drought, the state will monitor rainfall for two more weeks before further action is taken. Kharge also urged the Union Government to simplify NDRF guidelines for farmer relief. 🌾

😠 Kharge slams Modi govt over US tariff threats

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge criticized the government's foreign policy amid a US bill threatening 100% tariffs on Indian goods. This statement was made on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, during an award presentation. The U.S. House advanced the bill authorizing President Donald Trump to impose these tariffs for Russian oil purchases. Kharge argued the government capitulates to US pressure, harming 140 crore Indians across various sectors. The bill is expected for a final House vote later on Wednesday, September 16.