🏛️ High Court WhatsApp Hearing on ED Detention

The Punjab & Haryana High Court conducted a late-night hearing via WhatsApp regarding the Punjab Government's plea. This plea alleged that the Enforcement Directorate (ED) detained top bureaucrats following a raid on the Greater Mohali Area Development Authority (GMADA). The hearing took place around 10:42 p.m. at the Camp office, involving senior counsel for the Punjab government. The Court has issued a notice to the ED, returnable today, and appointed a warrant officer for the habeas corpus plea. ⚖️

🏛️ Madras HC quashes case against Annamalai

The Madras High Court quashed a private complaint filed against K. Annamalai regarding his remarks on Pasumpon Muthuramalinga Thevar. The complaint was lodged by activist Piyush Manush in Salem, targeting Annamalai’s statements from a 2023 press meet. The case involved charges under IPC Sections 153A and 505(1)(c), and the TN government had sanctioned prosecution on April 28, 2024. Annamalai’s lawyer argued he was merely stating an opinion responding to DMK leader Udhayanidhi Stalin's comments. The judge quashed the proceedings, noting the Magistrate failed to conduct a preliminary inquiry.

😠 Rakhi slams Govinda for Ganpati visit controversy

Rakhi Sawant strongly criticized Govinda for visiting Lalbaugcha Raja with Komal Rani. This incident took place during the Ganpati celebrations in Mumbai. The sighting occurred recently, amidst ongoing speculation about Govinda and Komal's relationship. Rakhi questioned why he was with another woman instead of his wife, Sunita Ahuja, whom he has been with for 40 years. She urged him to stand by his wife and resolve any grudges immediately. 😠

🗓️ CBSE 2027 Date Sheet coming soon for Class 10 & 12

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is expected to soon release the tentative date sheet for the Class 10 and Class 12 board exams in 2027. This schedule will detail the subject-wise exams and aid student preparation planning. The board has also issued sample papers and confirmed no changes to the assessment pattern for the 2026-27 session. Last year, around 45 lakh students were expected to appear for the Class 10 and 12 exams across 204 subjects. Students can check the official website, cbse.gov.in, once the date sheet is published.

🎬 Ranbir Kapoor's 'Love & War' first look is fire 🔥

The poster for Sanjay Leela Bhansali's film 'Love & War' has been unveiled, showing Ranbir Kapoor with a blood-soaked arm in a blue car. The movie stars Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, and Vicky Kaushal, and production has officially wrapped up. The film, which is expected to be one of the most expensive of Bhansali's career, is scheduled for release on January 21, 2027. Post-production is now the next big phase for the entire team.

📊 NSE debut is muted, but it's now a big player

The National Stock Exchange (NSE) had a subdued debut on Thursday, opening at Rs 1,800 per share on the BSE. The listing saw NSE become the ninth-largest listed company in India with a market cap of Rs 4.63 lakh crore. This valuation surpassed rivals like HUL and Sun Pharmaceuticals after initial trading. Analysts like Macquarie give an Outperform rating, projecting a 10% upside target. Future growth is expected from increased financialisation and strong network effects of the exchange. 📈

🧐 Election Commission probe continues on flagged issues

A second phase of the Indian Express investigation is now focusing on concerns raised by Election Commissioners Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Vivek Joshi. These commissioners had previously flagged certain issues related to the electoral process. The investigation is currently reviewing these specific points raised by the officials. This scrutiny aims to ensure transparency and fairness in upcoming elections. Further updates on the findings of this probe are expected soon. 🧐

🤖 AI impacts IT pro after 15 years in UK

A UK-based Indian IT professional was laid off after 15 years in the tech industry due to company restructuring. He stated that his employer had been gradually removing employees over the past three years before his turn came. The professional warned that roles in automation-prone IT fields are at risk from AI advancements. He emphasized the need for everyone in tech to prepare for potential job changes proactively. He is currently exploring options, including a new job or starting something new. 💡

🏦 Bank strike planned over work week and pension issues

Bank unions (UFBU) are planning a three-day strike from September 28 to 30, 2026, demanding a five-day banking week and pension reforms. The protest targets banks across India, with the Finance Ministry meeting with executives beforehand. The strike coincides with the half-yearly closing on September 30, which is a key date for bank operations. Unions argue that a five-day week aligns with RBI and insurance sector practices and improves work-life balance. They also seek pension updates for retirees to better reflect current cost of living. 🏦

🔭 Radio signals found from exoplanet for first time

Radio signals have been detected originating directly from a gas giant exoplanet. This discovery was made by scientists using South Africa’s MeerKAT radio telescope near the planet β Pictoris b. The signals were detected on a specific date, though the exact date is not provided in the text. These waves reveal a magnetic field strength of at least 1,250 gauss on β Pictoris b. This marks the first direct measurement of an exoplanet's magnetic field strength for future studies. 🔭

📱 S27 vs S27 Ultra: RAM & storage might split big

Leaked details suggest Samsung might have a hardware split in the upcoming Galaxy S27 family. The S27 Pro and Ultra are reportedly being considered for LPDDR6 RAM and UFS 5.1 storage. Standard models like the S27 and S27 Plus are expected to stick around with 12GB RAM and 256GB/512GB options. The S27 Ultra might get 16GB RAM on its 1TB version, but this isn't confirmed yet. Samsung is weighing the cost, so these top upgrades might only be exclusive to premium models. 📱