🏸 India's Badminton Squad for Asian Games 2026

Indian shuttlers are set to compete in the Asian Games 2026 badminton tournaments starting September 20. The 20-member squad includes PV Sindhu and reigning men's doubles champions Satwiksairaj Rankireddy-Chirag Shetty in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan. Players will contest five individual and two team events at the Ichinomiya City Municipal Gymnasium. Sindhu aims for her first gold medal, while younger players like Tanvi Sharma are also gaining attention. The focus remains on both established stars and rising talent for the competition. 🏸

🏛️ DMK functionary faces FIR in temple land row

An FIR has been registered against DMK functionary Ramkumar regarding a property dispute linked to the Srirangam Ranganathaswamy Temple. The controversy centers on a piece of land allegedly dedicated to the temple for public use in 1930. The complaint claims the property was registered in 2022 using forged documents. Furthermore, a political party office was allegedly set up on this disputed land afterward. Authorities are now looking into the allegations surrounding the ₹50 crore property.

🚨 Bangladeshi temp worker arrested at Naval Academy

A Bangladeshi temporary employee was arrested at the Indian Naval Academy in Ezhimala. The individual, 32-year-old Viplav Soren, was working at the academy for approximately one year. This marks the sixth Bangladeshi national detained in Kannur over the last four days. Police are investigating whether Soren's name is real and the nature of his employment. The recent arrests follow five other Bangladeshi nationals detained for illegal stay in the district.

🚨 Nandigram Congress candidate arrested after 19 years

West Bengal Police stated that the arrest of Nandigram Congress candidate Milan Pradhan on Friday, September 18, was a lawful action. He was arrested in four cases dating back to 2007 during the Nandigram protests, including charges of murder. The police confirmed that Mr. Pradhan had been absconding and evading legal process for nearly 19 years. Opposition leader Rahul Gandhi called the arrest political revenge and a murder of democracy. Congress leaders plan a protest rally in Kolkata on Saturday, September 19, regarding this event. ⚖️

🚨 Nandigram candidate arrested; police say it's lawful

The West Bengal Police confirmed that the arrest of Nandigram Congress candidate Milan Pradhan on Friday, September 18, was a lawful police action. The arrest relates to four cases dating back to 2007 during the Nandigram protests, which include murder and attempt to murder charges. These pending cases are nearly 19 years old, and the police state Pradhan was absconding for this duration. Rahul Gandhi reacted to the news, calling it political revenge and a murder of democracy. Congress leaders plan a protest rally in Kolkata on Saturday, September 19, against the detention.

🚨 Trump targets H-1B employers cutting US jobs

President Donald Trump signed an executive order directing federal agencies to scrutinize H-1B applications from companies laying off American workers. This move targets companies laying off US workers or planning job cuts that could affect "similarly placed" American employees. The order comes after the USD 1,00,000 fee for H-1B visas was extended for another year. This indirectly impacts Indian tech workers, who hold about three out of four approved H-1B visas. Agencies now have 30 days to review previously filed Labour Condition Applications for necessary action.

🎯 India's 28-event shooting game at Asian Games 2026

A 30-member Indian shooting squad is set to compete across 28 events at the Asian Games 2026 in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan. Key athletes include Manu Bhaker, Rudrankksh Patil, and Esha Singh representing India. Competitions will span from September 20 to October 1, covering rifle, pistol, and shotgun disciplines. The contingent features equal male and female representation for various events. The schedule details daily events, with team medals based on cumulative scores. 🎯

⚡️ Kerala tackles power issues with German tech help

The Kerala State Electricity Board (KSEB) cleared a plan to sign an MoU with Germany's GIZ and WRI India for energy storage. This move addresses the ongoing power crisis affecting Kerala, where grid-scale storage is lacking. The project, part of StoREin, aims to enable energy storage deployment through studies and demos. WRI India will provide technical assistance, while KSEB will cooperate without financial obligation. The state is now pushing for BESS and PSP projects to manage surplus solar power. ⚡️

📸 Oppo Find X10 teases Hasselblad camera power

Oppo has teased the Oppo Find X10 and Find X10 Pro Max featuring Hasselblad cameras with photo samples on Weibo. These phones are set for an official launch in China in just a few days, starting September 22nd. A global teaser has also surfaced for the European launch, though model selection there will be limited. Early testers are now showing off shots taken with these new cameras ahead of the next Tuesday launch. Oppo is showcasing the versatile photo quality of the new Hasselblad flagships. 📸

🏛️ Supreme Court halts judgment on Income Tax Section 147A

The Supreme Court has stayed the Punjab and Haryana High Court's ruling that declared Section 147A of the Income Tax Act unconstitutional. This interim order was passed by Justices JB Pardiwala and K Vinod Chandran after a plea from the Union government. The High Court had previously struck down reassessment notices issued by local officers in the P&H region. The case, which revolves around local vs. faceless assessment authority, is now scheduled for a final hearing on 3 December 2026. This legal battle highlights the clash between traditional tax officers and the new faceless assessment regime.

🚗 4.2-4.5m SUV sales surge in August 2026

The 4.2–4.5 metre SUV segment registered 79,691 units in August 2026, marking a significant 66.87% growth year-over-year. Hyundai Creta led sales with 16,288 units, while Maruti Victoris placed second with 12,978 units in India. The segment saw seven new entrants contribute 21,638 units, accounting for 27.15% of the total volume. Although year-on-year growth is strong, month-on-month sales experienced a slight dip from July’s 81,992 units. Hyundai is reportedly testing the next generation Creta, which is anticipated to launch in 2027. 🚗