🌍 Modi at SCO: Water Dispute & Hague Ruling Rejected

PM Narendra Modi addressed the SCO summit, emphasizing a terror-free world and mutual cooperation. Pakistan brought up the Indus Waters Treaty dispute, while India rejected a Hague Court of Arbitration ruling on hydroelectric projects. India previously paused the treaty after the Pahalgam terror attack, demanding an end to terrorism for renegotiation. Modi also pushed for dialogue and respect for sovereignty in regional connectivity matters. The government continues to address economic growth amid global headwinds and inflation concerns. 🇮🇳

⚖️ Court demands answer on Fortune oil ban

The Delhi High Court has asked the Centre and FSSAI to respond to a petition by AWL Agri Business Ltd. challenging the ban on its 'Fortune Soya Health Refined Soyabean Oil.' The company disputed FSSAI's action over "100% Veg" and "Cholesterol Free – For Healthy Lifestyle" claims. Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma directed responses within four weeks for a November 5 hearing. FSSAI argued the cause of action was outside Delhi, yet the court noted the ban was enforced in Delhi. This relates to FSSAI notices issued on July 17 over alleged regulation violations. ⚖️

📉 India's Democracy Rating Hits Lowest Point

V-dem's democracy index has placed India at its lowest ranking since 1975. This assessment was made concerning the country's current democratic health. The index reflects data up to the most recent assessment period. The report highlights several concerning trends in governance and civic participation. Future monitoring will track if these democratic trends show any positive shifts. 📉

🚗 Driverless Car Crashes During Pakistan Demo

A driverless car collided with a police van during a demonstration in Pakistan. The incident occurred in the city, involving the autonomous vehicle and law enforcement. Specific numbers or dates of the crash were not provided in the report. This event highlights the challenges and risks associated with emerging driverless technology in public settings. Authorities are expected to investigate the cause of the collision further. 🚗

🚀 RTX 5090 price hits $5090 mark

The standard RTX 5090 is now priced around $5,090, making Nvidia's flagship card quite expensive. This price point is significantly higher than when the RTX 5090 was initially announced at $1,999. Over the past month, prices have jumped 20%, totaling a 41% increase since February. This massive surge means the current price is 145% above the MSRP. The industry is now questioning if consumers will still buy these increasingly costly graphics cards. 💸

📱 Firefox for iOS gets built-in ad blocker

Mozilla has updated the Firefox app for iOS to include a native ad blocker feature. This new functionality is available for users on the iOS platform. The update was rolled out recently and is being tested across different device models. This addition aims to provide a better browsing experience by filtering out unwanted advertisements. Users can now enjoy a cleaner and less intrusive browsing session on their iPhones. 📱

🧐 China slams Anthropic over AI ethics

Chinese state media has strongly accused American AI company Anthropic of unethical practices ahead of talks with the US. This scrutiny was voiced via Yuyuantantian, a channel affiliated with CCTV, directed at Washington's domestic AI enterprises. The accusations surfaced before President Xi Jinping’s visit on September 24th for a summit with President Donald Trump. Beijing argues the US uses safety rules to stifle Chinese tech progress and dictate global standards. Discussions aim to draw a line between security threats and simple technological rivalry. 🧐

🏭 TN launching new industrial parks for MSMEs

Tamil Nadu's MSME Minister announced the establishment of new industrial parks across the state to boost small businesses. These new parks include locations in Sankaraperi, Narasinganallur, and Palaiyapatti SIPCOT Industrial Estate. SIDCO will establish five new estates covering 234.38 acres at a cost of ₹171.39 crore, with plot utilization time extended to three years. A comprehensive MSME policy will also be formulated, focusing on tech adoption and entrepreneurship. Furthermore, a dedicated Coconut Industrial Estate will be set up in Pollachi. 🚀

📉 Gold prices drop sharply in India

Gold prices experienced a significant decline in the Indian market. This drop affected various rates across the country. Specifically, the price fell by ₹6,400 per 10 grams over the last two days. This dip is happening amidst changing global economic indicators. Market analysts are now watching to see if this downward trend continues next week. 📉

📉 Chelsea misses out on Camara transfer

Chelsea was hit with a setback as Monaco rejected a $52 million transfer offer for midfielder Lamine Camara. The club had been keen on securing the 22-year-old Senegal international ahead of the deadline. This rejection comes as Chelsea is finalizing Enzo Fernandez's move to Manchester City. Talks are continuing between the clubs as they race against Tuesday's deadline. The urgency for a replacement is now high for the London side.

🏏 Krunal Pandya stays hopeful after Afghanistan T20I snub

Krunal Pandya shared a message stating, "Hope is still alive," after being excluded from the India squad. The 35-year-old all-rounder missed the upcoming three-match T20I series against Afghanistan in New Delhi. The series is scheduled for September 13, 15, and 17 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. Despite a strong IPL 2026 season with Royal Challengers Bengaluru, selectors did not recall him. Pandya remains optimistic about securing another opportunity with the national team. 🤞