🛣️ Nagpur-Vijayawada Highway to Finish by 2027

The 310 km Nagpur–Mancherial–Warangal–Khammam–Vijayawada greenfield highway is set for completion by December 31, 2027. Telangana Roads and Buildings Minister Komatireddy Venkat Reddy announced this on Saturday, September 12, 2026, in the Telangana Legislative Council. Nearly 280 km of this vital connectivity project falls within Telangana, linking several districts to Nagpur and Vijayawada. Despite initial delays from land acquisition and court cases, most issues are resolved, and a new deadline was set. The government assured that farmers would receive proper compensation for any acquired land.

⚖️ ITAT cancels penalty over minor's interest income dispute

A father faced a Rs 12.83 lakh penalty after his minor child earned Rs 1.17 crore in interest income. This tax dispute took place in New Delhi, with the taxpayer filing his return on November 4, 2022. The Income Tax Assessing Officer clubbed the income and denied a tax benefit under the India-UAE DTAA. ITAT Delhi ultimately ruled in the father's favour on July 28, 2026. The tribunal decided the issue was a tax-rate disagreement, not income under-reporting. 💸

🚀 Mercedes-AMG drops beastly CLE 646 with V8 power

Mercedes-AMG has unveiled the CLE 646 Specialanfertigung, a bespoke super-sports-coupe based on the CLE platform. This new model features a twin-turbo 4.0-litre flat-plane crank V8 engine, replacing the previous straight-six. It produces 646 horsepower and 850Nm of torque, boasting a 0-100kph time of 3.9 seconds. The car is exclusively limited to just 30 units and utilizes extensive carbon fibre for its build. Pricing details are not available yet, but it is expected to be a very exclusive ride. 🏎️

🏏 Spin battle looms in Asia Cup final 🏏

The Women's T20 Asia Cup final will be a spin vs spin showdown between India and Sri Lanka. India, led by Deepti Sharma, has been the overall stronger side, while Sri Lanka are the defending champions. India's spin attack has taken 26 wickets, closely followed by Sri Lanka's 25 wickets in the tournament. Sri Lanka needs their batters to handle India's spin trio and build solid partnerships to win. India holds the balance and form, but Sri Lanka proved they can win big in the 2024 final.

🕉️ Adhikari slams past governments over Hindu traditions

Suvendu Adhikari claimed that successive Left Front and Trinamool Congress governments actively tried to damage Bengali Hindu traditions. He stated these efforts spanned nearly five decades, covering the 34-year Left Front rule and the 15 years of TMC governance. Adhikari said the BJP is now working to restore religious practices and heritage. His remarks followed TMC's criticism of BJP regarding the monk’s situation. He urged people to stay united in preserving their identity and traditions.

⚠️ Harvard warns international students about visa rule change

Harvard University issued a September message for all international students regarding a major visa rule overhaul. This advisory concerns students in the U.S. and those planning to travel, specifically mentioning deadlines for F-1 and J-1 visas. The new Department of Homeland Security rules take effect on September 15, replacing the 'duration of status' system with fixed end dates. Students re-entering after this date will face stricter limits, while those already in the U.S. are grandfathered in. Students should check their documents and consult the international office before any travel plans. 🛂

🦴 Young Union Soldier Found After 160+ Years 🇺🇸

The remains of a young Union soldier were unearthed during excavations at Manassas National Battlefield Park in March 2024. Archaeologists found him near a site linked to the August 1862 Second Battle of Manassas in Virginia. Analysis placed the soldier's age between 16 and 19, and the dig also revealed four amputated limbs. This discovery provides rare insight into battlefield medicine from the Civil War era. The soldier is scheduled to be buried at Arlington National Cemetery on August 13, 2026.

😮 Seattle's infamous gum wall gets a massive cleanup 😮

The Seattle Gum Wall, an unusual landmark, accumulated around one million pieces of gum over the years. This bizarre feature is located beneath the famous Pike Place Market in Seattle. In 2015, workers spent 130 hours removing 2,350 pounds of gum to protect the bricks. This buildup concerned authorities because the gum's sugar was eroding the historic structure. However, the tradition quickly resumed as visitors started adding fresh gum again.

😟 Telangana CM needs answer on ₹15k crore fee dues

BJP Telangana president N. Ramchander Rao demanded a clear statement from CM A. Revanth Reddy regarding the nearly ₹15,000 crore fee reimbursement dues. He made this demand at the BJP State office in Hyderabad on Saturday, September 12, 2026. Rao stated that the BRS government had accumulated ₹5,430 crore, while the Congress government added another ₹6,037 crore. He suggested a Direct Benefit Transfer mechanism to credit the amount directly to students' accounts. The BJP leader also criticized the government over G.O. 97 affecting polytechnic students. 😟

🌬️ Iowa's wind farms funding local infrastructure boost

Wind turbines first appeared in Howard County in 2008 and have since become a major revenue source for the area. These turbines are located in Howard County, Iowa, and generate significant tax income annually. In the 2024-25 tax year, 147 turbines generated $2.71 million, which is about 14.5% of the county's revenue. This funding has been used to support 30+ bridge projects and pave 20 miles of roads. Moving forward, this revenue helps maintain infrastructure without increasing taxes on local residents. 💰

🔬 New Microfluidic System Boosts Particle Purity

Researchers developed a novel microfluidic system for efficiently enriching particles. This system integrates an acoustic field with an oscillatory flow mechanism. The technology was detailed in a publication from Wiley Online Library. It promises a significant leap in particle separation techniques across various fields. Future applications could enhance diagnostic accuracy in labs. 🔬