🏥 Hospitals marking up medical supplies by thousands%

Hospitals are allegedly charging patients significantly inflated prices for common medical consumables. This issue was flagged by Tukaram Mundhe of the Maharashtra FDA on Tuesday, highlighting the lack of regulation on most medical devices. Reports indicate mark-ups on certain consumables can reach as high as 2,841%. This happens because most medical devices are not capped under the Drugs (Prices Control) Order, 2013. The government is urged to create guidelines to control the gap between procurement costs and the final MRP. 🏥

🏛️ SC slams govt for denying benefits to disabled soldiers

The Supreme Court pulled up the Central Government and the defence ministry for contesting appeals from disabled soldiers. This happened after the court cited the 2015 Raksha Mantri Report, which noted many soldiers were denied benefits on technical grounds. Over 270 appeals filed by the government were junked by the court in this ruling. The court stressed that despite recommendations to withdraw such litigation, appeals continued for a long time. The bench ultimately upheld the Entitlement Rules 2008 while criticizing the delay in appeals. 🏛️

🧐 Jharkhand Congress demands separate OBC census column

Jharkhand Congress held a protest march to the Lok Bhavan demanding a separate column for OBCs in the Census 2027. The march was led by Keshav Mahto Kamlesh from Ranchi, alongside several state cabinet ministers and MLAs. During this rally on September 16, 2026, a 10-member delegation met Governor Santosh Kumar Gangwar. Leaders argued that accurate OBC population data is crucial for fair socio-economic and political representation. They urged the Governor to convey this demand to the Central Government immediately. 🧐

🏏 Matthew Wade hangs up BBL bat for coaching role

Matthew Wade has officially retired from the BBL to concentrate on his coaching career. He played 119 BBL games, with 90 of those being for the Hobart Hurricanes. Wade's career includes his maiden BBL title in 2024-25, and he is ninth all-time in BBL runs. He previously consulted with Australia's men's team while still playing. This decision comes as he was already focused on his coaching journey. 🏏

🩺 MRI for Pelvic Issues in Younger People

Pelvic Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is being explored for its utility in younger populations. Researchers examined its application in various clinical scenarios across different age groups. The study focused on imaging capabilities around January 2024, detailing specific diagnostic advantages. This advanced imaging technique helps in better understanding and diagnosing complex pelvic conditions early on. Future research aims to standardize its use in pediatric and young adult care. 🩺

🏛️ Assembly Speaker demands evidence for any searches

TN Legislative Assembly Speaker J.C.D. Prabhakar stated that no searches can happen without concrete evidence. He made this assertion in Vaniyambadi town, Tirupattur district, while paying tributes to S.S. Ramasami Padayatchiyar. This followed recent searches by Chennai City Police at places linked to former DMK School Education Minister Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi on September 17, 2026. Prabhakar stressed that government action must be based on fundamental evidence, not just suspicion. He also addressed bypoll participation and DMK's claims regarding the Budget Session.

🐘 3,500 police deployed for Ganesh idol immersion in Vellore

Over 3,500 police personnel have been deployed across Vellore and nearby districts for Vinayaka Chaturthi idol immersion. The deployment covers Vellore, Tiruvannamalai, Tirupattur, and Ranipet districts for security arrangements. On Wednesday, over 400 idols were immersed in Saduperi lake with around 500 police personnel present. Surveillance is being managed using CCTV cameras, body-worn cameras, and drones to prevent any incidents. Idols will be immersed in designated water bodies over the coming weekend after necessary permissions are secured.

🩺 Nerve Blocks Help Trauma Surgery During Heart Attack

A case report detailed the successful application of peripheral nerve blocks in emergent trauma surgery. This procedure was performed on a patient experiencing a perioperative myocardial infarction. The intervention took place at an unspecified medical facility. This technique allowed for necessary surgery despite the patient's heart condition. Further studies are expected to build upon these successful findings. 🩺

🌍 Xi-Trump Summit on hold due to Taiwan threat

A summit between Chinese President Xi Jinping and President Donald Trump is scheduled for September 24th in Washington D.C. The White House confirmed the date, and Trump is reportedly excited about the potential meeting. However, the visit faces a looming threat of cancellation due to arms sales related to Taiwan. Xi's first visit to the US capital in over a decade is highly anticipated. Future developments hinge on how the Taiwan issue is managed between the two leaders. 😟

🧐 JK MLAs call new officer list 'recruitment apartheid'

J&K Peoples Conference chief Sajad Lone and PDP MLA Muntazir Mehdi criticized the new senior officer list in the Union Territory. They stated that Kashmir division received only 18% representation in the latest appointments. This was revealed after J&K CM Omar Abdullah distributed orders to 55 new candidates on September 15, 2026. Lone called this a 'recruitment apartheid,' noting the valley's 56% population versus 18% job share. They plan to raise this serious issue in the Assembly to demand fairness. 🧐

👓 Snap Eyes Big Biz with Salesforce and Nvidia AI

Snap is strategically targeting large enterprises by integrating Salesforce and Nvidia AI tools. This move is focused on enhancing the capabilities of its augmented-reality glasses for professional use. The company plans to roll out these advanced features starting in Q3 of this year. This shift aims to move AR glasses beyond consumer fun into serious business applications. Further details on the enterprise partnership rollout are expected next month. 👓