📚 Medha Patkar dropping books on social worker Shivaji Kaganikar

Activist Medha Patkar is releasing three books about social worker Shivaji Kaganikar in Belagavi on October 4th. The event is jointly organized by Guruvarya V.G. Sathe Marathi Prabodhini and Marathi Development Institute of Mumbai. The books include an autobiography in Marathi, a Kannada book by Sharada Gopal, and a work by Gopal Dabde. Dr. Kaganikar significantly contributed to water conservation and rural development through his activism. The release aims to introduce his ideology to younger generations, with expected participation from various fields.

🏏 Ex-selector claims Fatima Sana is better than Babar Azam

Former Pakistan selector Mohammad Wasim stated that women's captain Fatima Sana surpasses men's captain Babar Azam in both performance and popularity. Wasim made this bold remark on his YouTube show 'BolWasim' while discussing cricket comparison. Fatima has played 134 white-ball matches, scoring over 1,800 runs and taking 157 wickets as an all-rounder. He noted that international media praises her heavily despite some losses, unlike other male stars. Babar, reappointed in July, recently drew 1-1 with West Indies and lost 0-3 to England. 🏏

🧠 NFL Pressure Led Kyle Long to Therapy

Former Chicago Bears guard Kyle Long openly shared how NFL pressure, injuries, and depression took a heavy toll on him. While playing, the intense competition and setbacks led to tangible stress and deep anxiety. A particularly difficult moment occurred during the 2015-16 preseason when he couldn't leave the team bus. This experience shifted his perspective, showing him he was not alone in his struggles. Now, Long is a studio analyst on CBS Sports’ The NFL Today, advocating for mental health conversations. 🏈

🚨 Fire Officer Busted Taking ₹1 Lakh Bribe in Karnataka

Lokayukta Police arrested District Fire Officer B.R. Ashok Kumar at his office in Shivamogga on Thursday. The officer was allegedly caught accepting a bribe of ₹1 lakh from a Nandagokula School representative. This bribe was demanded for issuing a fire safety no-objection certificate. The school representative reported the incident to the Lokayukta Police as they refused to pay. DySP B.P. Chandrashekhar confirmed the arrest and stated that further investigation is ongoing.

🔭 Giant telescope spots extreme radio flashes from neutron star

A major upgrade to the Giant Metrewave Radio Telescope has led to a significant discovery. Researchers observed extreme radio flashes emanating from a rare neutron star. These powerful signals were detected during observations conducted over a specific period. This finding provides crucial new data about the enigmatic nature of neutron stars in space. Scientists will now analyze this data further to understand these celestial events better. 🔭

🏙️ NYC skyscraper turns trash into super-strong concrete

29 million discarded glass bottles were crushed and used in JPMorgan Chase's new 60-storey headquarters in Midtown Manhattan. This massive project replaced 40% of traditional cement with ground-glass pozzolan, diverting waste from landfills on the date of completion. This innovative approach cut over 5,000 tons of carbon emissions during construction while boosting concrete strength. The successful application sets a major precedent for circular construction in commercial real estate. Authorities are now looking to use this material in public infrastructure projects across the region. 🏙️

🕉️ BJP leader's Bagalkot Ganesha visit suddenly stopped

Kompella Madhavi Latha's visit to the Ganesha immersion procession in Bagalkot was cancelled by the district administration. Deputy Commissioner Sangappa issued a ban under BNSS 163 citing potential law and order disturbances. This action followed a police report mentioning past communal disturbances during Ganesha immersion in the area. Ms. Latha strongly questioned the state government's decision on social media. She asserted that devotees should not be stopped from peacefully celebrating their faith. 🕉️

👮‍♂️ 'Toofan Eyes' to track drug peddlers near schools in Kerala

Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala joined the Toofan Jagratha awareness march in Thrissur on Thursday to fight drug abuse. He announced a CCTV-based 'Toofan Eyes' surveillance system around schools in Kerala. This operation has reduced drug prevalence by 20% to 30% in the 114 days since launch. The second phase, 'Toofan Thaddesham', will start in Malappuram on September 28. 👮‍♂️

🧀 FSSAI targets fake 'paneer' by proposing a ban

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India has proposed a nationwide ban on making and selling non-dairy products marketed as paneer. This move targets analogue products where milk constituents are replaced with other ingredients. The proposal, released on Thursday, aims to prevent consumers from being misled about the product's composition. Products already registered under 'Analogue in Dairy Context' must stop using the term 'Paneer' in their branding. The FSSAI has opened a 60-day window for objections before finalizing the regulatory process. 🧀

🚢 Big names back AP's shipbuilding dreams

The Andhra Pradesh government's plan for shipbuilding clusters got a major boost with tie-ups from Mazagon Dock and Goa Shipyard. MDSL signed a pact for a mega cluster in Dugarajapatnam, Tirupati district, while the cabinet approved a 400-acre facility in Machilipatnam with GSL. The Dugarajapatnam DPR is expected by January 2027, and 2,200 acres acquisition is advanced. MDSL is looking at global partners, and Kakinada port is being shown as another option. The state aims to make new seaports operational by the end of 2027. 🚢

😟 GLP-1 weight loss brings skin and muscle worries

Patients using GLP-1 for weight loss often report concerns about their physical appearance and strength. A survey of 1,226 people on a national telemedicine platform found over 60% noted issues like skin laxity or hair shedding. These concerns became more frequent as the weight loss amount increased. Researchers suggest follow-ups must look beyond just the scale to include these aesthetic and functional changes. A holistic approach including nutrition is proposed for patient care moving forward.