🚨 Kabir quits Rejinagar campaign over alleged rigging

Aam Janata Unnayan Party leader Humayun Kabir has stopped ground-level campaigning for the Rejinagar bypoll. He stated this move was due to police harassment and alleged attempts to loot the election in Rejinagar. Kabir claimed that the police were working at the behest of the BJP government and a nexus involving the ruling party and the Democratic Trinamool Congress. His son, Golam Nabi Azad, is now contesting the by-election after Kabir stepped back. Kabir plans to monitor the situation on October 6th to prevent any alleged electoral fraud. 🗳️

🏅 Suchika Tariyal bags historic bronze in MMA

Indian fighter Suchika Tariyal secured a historic bronze medal in the Mixed Martial Arts event. This achievement took place at the Asian Games in Hangzhou, China. The medal was clinched on October 9, 2022. MMA is making its debut appearance at these games, marking a significant moment for the sport in Asia. Tariyal's win boosts India's profile in combat sports on the international stage. 🏅

😠 IIM Jammu students fined for missing Modi birthday event

Students at IIM Jammu faced a ₹500 fine after skipping a mandatory event commemorating Prime Minister Modi's birthday. The institute imposed this penalty on the students for their absence during the scheduled celebration. This action took place recently at the IIM Jammu campus. The decision sparked debate regarding the necessity and enforcement of such mandatory political events in an academic setting. Further guidelines regarding such mandatory participation are expected to be clarified soon.

🗣️ Casteism is a 'blot' on Hindu society: RSS leader

RSS General Secretary Dattatreya Hosabale termed caste-based discrimination a "blot" on Hindu society. He made these remarks at a gathering of RSS volunteers at Lal Parade Ground on Sunday, September 20, 2026. Hosabale emphasized that ending untouchability needs a change in individual behaviour, not just laws. He stated that India's rise must benefit humanity instead of aiming for domination of other nations. He urged that environmental protection must also be part of daily conduct across all sectors.

🤖 iOS 27 drops: Siri finally gets smart 🤖

Apple has rolled out iOS 27 for the iPhone Air, making Siri the main attraction with new AI capabilities. This update gives Siri its own app and allows it to understand screen context for better assistance. The new Visual Intelligence lets the camera analyze scenes, and Photos now has features like Spatial Reframing. Siri AI is currently in beta and is designed to offer personalized, conversational help. Future features may have daily usage limits, with expanded access available for a fee.

🏏 Falcons clinch CPL title with massive final win

Antigua & Barbuda Falcons secured their first CPL title by defeating the Jamaica Kingsmen in the final. The match took place in the CPL 2026 tournament, concluding on the final day. The Kingsmen scored 170/9 in 20 overs, while the Falcons chased it down in 16.4 overs. Key to the victory were performances by Sufyan Moqim and the late-game batting from Amir Jangoo and Hasan Nawaz. The Falcons finished the tournament on a high note, securing the championship trophy. 🏆

📣 Kerala Uni politics ban rumours debunked

Kerala Higher Education Minister Roji M John clarified that there is no plan to ban student politics at Kerala University. The leaked document was merely a draft under discussion by a syndicate sub-committee, not a final decision. This was after the Kerala High Court directed universities to frame guidelines following a student murder in Kochi. The government clearly supports encouraging student politics on campuses. The draft will only become official after full syndicate approval and hearing all student organisation views. 📚

🧬 Weight loss drugs linked to hair loss in men

A new study found a genetic link between weight loss drugs and male pattern hair loss. Researchers at NYU Langone Health examined the GLP1R gene activity in men. The study noted a 7 per cent added risk for men with genetic predispositions to androgenetic alopecia. This finding was confirmed even after controlling for hypertension, insulin resistance, and testosterone levels. Future research could help identify high-risk individuals before they take GLP-1 medications.

🍿 Thai trip sparks sister's popcorn hustle

Four sisters launched Party Of., a Thai-inspired popcorn brand after a trip to Thailand in February 2023. The founding members are Lisa, Lita, Charlene, and Charlie, based in Washington, DC. By 2025, the brand saw its revenue quadruple and now consistently makes $7,000 monthly. Initially, they struggled with production crises, needing to switch to a new pillow-pouch format. Now, they advise new founders to nail down product-market fit first. 🍿

😠 Salian's Notice to Thackeray Called Publicity Stunt

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut claimed Satish Salian's Rs 500-crore defamation notice to Aaditya Thackeray was purely a publicity stunt. This clash has intensified the political row surrounding the CBI probe into Disha Salian's death. The notice was delivered to Uddhav Thackeray's residence, Matoshree, on Sunday, following Salian's Saturday visit. Raut asserted that court directions regarding the ongoing CBI probe must be strictly followed. The High Court initiated the CBI probe on September 2, 2026, after Mumbai Police's initial investigation.

😟 NSUI flops in DUSU polls; Congress brass upset

The Congress top brass, including Rahul Gandhi, is very displeased with NSUI's performance in the Delhi University Students' Union elections. This failure occurred in Delhi on September 21, 2026, as NSUI couldn't secure a single seat. The ABVP swept the polls, winning three out of four central panel posts amid internal issues in NSUI. The central leadership is reportedly taking serious action regarding the campaign strategy and management. This comes after 20 candidates contested issues like student safety and campus infrastructure. 😟