⚖️ KPSC challenges prosecution sanction in High Court

The Kerala Public Services Commission approached the Kerala High Court challenging a prosecution sanction order and a registered case. This case involves alleged irregularities in the appointment of the Chief of the Kerala State Planning Board, handled by the Crime Branch police station in Thiruvananthapuram. The case, registered on September 23, 2026, pertains to malpractices in the evaluation process for the post. KPSC argued that the State government could not sanction prosecution for its autonomous body members. The Commission claimed it already took remedial measures to fix errors in the rank list and evaluation process.

🚨 Two accused injured during police action in Assam murder case

Two men arrested in connection with the September 18 killing of former CRPF jawan Biman Barua in Sivasagar district were injured in police firing. The first incident on September 19 involved Vicky Singh, who allegedly tried to grab a service weapon while being investigated. A second shooting happened Monday night when Md Rubul Khan attacked a police officer with a sharp object. Both injured accused were hospitalized for treatment at AMCH and Assam Medical College and Hospital. The investigation into Barua's murder is ongoing, and a detailed chargesheet is currently being prepared. 😥

🚣 Indian rowers make it to Asian Games 2026 finals

Indian rowers Satnam Singh, Salman Khan, and Balraj Panwar reached the finals of their events at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games 2026. Satnam and Salman qualified for the men’s double sculls Final A after finishing second in their heat. Balraj Panwar secured his spot in Final A in the men’s single sculls event with a time of 6:52.84. The Indian contingent also saw the men’s kayak four 500m team qualify after placing third in their heat. The team hopes to build on these strong qualifying results as the competition moves forward. 🚣

😠 Trump clashes with CNN at UN over media access

U.S. President Donald Trump told CNN journalist Kaitlan Collins, “You should not be here” during his UN visit on Tuesday, September 22, 2026. This confrontation happened as CNN was present at the UN, despite the White House banning the network from White House grounds earlier. The three outlets filed a joint lawsuit on Monday, September 21, 2026, challenging the administration's move as unconstitutional. Trump later claimed negative coverage is dangerous, questioning the fairness of the judge in the pending case. This ongoing feud reflects a larger conflict between Trump and media outlets he labels as "fake news." 😠

📈 Stocks to keep an eye on today, September 23

Several stocks are under focus for trading on September 23, 2026. These listed companies include Hero Motors, RHI Magnesita, Persistent Systems, and IRB Infrastructure. The day's watchlist features Mazda, Veegaland Developers, Pine Labs, and SS Retail among others. Investors are looking at these names for potential market movements and updates. Traders should keep monitoring these stocks for any significant shifts.

🚨 Woman chased and pushed off scooter in Delhi

A 21-year-old woman was allegedly chased, sexually harassed, and pushed off her scooter by two bike-borne men near Panchsheel Park Metro station in Delhi. The incident occurred on September 11 while she was heading home to Kalkaji. Police registered a case under Section 281 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita ten days later. The woman, a fourth-year design student, sustained injuries and is currently undergoing treatment in Kanpur. Authorities are currently verifying the sequence of events following the complaint. 🤕

🚨 Man who shot wife and priests killed in police encounter

A man who shot his wife and two priests and held three children hostage in Azamgarh has been killed in a police encounter. The incident occurred on Tuesday evening in Shambhupur, Uttar Pradesh, after a verbal fight started. The standoff lasted seven hours, leading police to use force to enter the premises. During the encounter, the accused and his son were both fatally injured. Authorities are currently collecting evidence and proceeding with legal actions related to the tragedy. 😥

🔫 Murder Suspect Shot Dead in UP Encounter

A man accused of killing his wife, son, and two priests was shot during a police encounter. This incident took place in Azamgarh, Uttar Pradesh early on Wednesday. The accused, identified as Arvind Singh, was involved in multiple fatal acts. He had reportedly taken his children hostage during the commission of these crimes. Authorities are continuing to investigate the details of this confrontation. 🔫

🗳️ 1981 byelection shook Tamil Nadu politics

Byelections are happening in Tamil Nadu for Madurantakam and Dharapuram, and more are expected soon. The Tiruppathur Assembly seat, vacated in December 1980, was key in a major political shift. In 1980, M.G. Ramachandran led the AIADMK to power with 129 seats, forming a significant coalition. MGR faced tension with PM Indira Gandhi over past political disagreements around 1981. The Tiruppathur bypoll was seen as a potential catalyst for political changes in the state. 🧐

🏛️ SC asks UP to change prosecutor in Lakhimpur Kheri case

The Supreme Court has intervened in the five-year-old Lakhimpur Kheri case involving Asish Mishra, son of former Union minister Ajay Mishra. The SC directed the UP government to replace the current public prosecutor with a more senior legal expert. Furthermore, the court mandated the new prosecutor to recall witnesses previously dropped by the prosecution. This action follows allegations by Prashant Bhushan regarding witness intimidation by the trial judge. The SC also asked the Allahabad HC Chief Justice to review the judge's handling of serious cases. ⚖️

🐘 Five arrested with elephant tusks in Wayanad raid

Forest department officials made a major bust seizing elephant tusks near Chethalayam in Wayanad. The raid targeted a homestay and resulted in the arrest of five individuals from the area. The seized tusks weighed approximately two kilograms, and the operation took place on Tuesday, September 22, 2026. This action was based on prior intelligence regarding the illegal sale of elephant ivory. Authorities confirmed the investigation is ongoing, suggesting further arrests might happen.