😟 Odisha's revenue worries over new mining act

Odisha legislators raised concerns about potential revenue loss following the implementation of the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Act, 2026. Steel and Mines Minister Bibhuti Bhusan Jena stated that the state has not yet quantified the impact of Section 9D on Odisha’s revenue. This assessment is pending until the Central government finalizes the required rules and regulations. Opposition parties allege the state could lose over ₹1 lakh crore in arrears and ₹12,000 crore annually. The BJD has called for protests on September 28 and 29 to demand the Act's repeal. 😟

⚖️ Cal HC criticizes EC over symbol row drama

The Calcutta High Court pulled up the Election Commission regarding the allotment of the 'envelope' symbol. This dispute involved the Indian Secular Front and Democratic Trinamool Congress in Kolkata. The issue arose during the Oct 6 bypoll, contrasting with the 2026 assembly election usage. The court criticized the EC for creating trouble and burdening the judiciary with legal fights. The matter is scheduled to be heard again on Friday. ⚖️

😥 Activist fears 'encounter' over Ladakh allegations

Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk voiced fear of an 'encounter' after criticizing alleged atrocities in Ladakh. He made these statements while addressing a gathering on the first anniversary of police firing in Leh, drawing comparisons to Tibet. The incident involved police firing on four protesters on September 24, 2025, amidst protests over unfulfilled promises of statehood. Wangchuk demanded a people's tribunal, asserting the killings were from automatic weapons and not pellets. He expressed readiness for further action, urging the country to wake up to the situation. 😥

📱 Pixel 11 Pro Fold: Your New Content Studio

The Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold is transforming into a powerful content creation tool. This device is being utilized by creators across various platforms for their innovative workflows. Reports indicate it supports advanced multi-tasking capabilities and high-resolution capture features. This functionality allows users to edit and produce content directly on the device without external setups. Expect more creators to adopt this versatile phone for their digital media needs. 📱

🧩 NYT Strands answers for Sept. 25 revealed

The answers and hints for the NYT Strands puzzle for September 25 are now available. The theme for this particular puzzle was '1 x 1, etc.', and players needed to remember basic math concepts. The spangram for this date is SQUARENUMBER, which spans across the board. Non-spangram answers included words like POOL, FORT, and SANDBOX. Completing all the words uses every letter on the game board.

⚠️ Churches restrict non-Christians with new law

Notices are now displayed outside churches in Chhattisgarh, stating entry is restricted to Christians. This move is happening at the Sunderganj Mennonite Church and Church of God in Dhamtari. The restrictions relate to the Chhattisgarh Freedom of Religion Act, 2026, notified in August. Critics call the law's provisions "draconian," demanding 60 days' advance notice for any religious conversion. The community hopes these boards will secure their environment amidst right-wing disruptions.

🏛️ CA Supreme Court rules sheriff's ballot seizure was unlawful

The California Supreme Court unanimously ordered Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco to return 650,000 seized ballots. This ruling came after Bianco seized the ballots from the November 2025 special election in Riverside County. The court stated that voted ballots must remain under election officials' control, even during misconduct investigations. The justices rejected the idea that search warrants allowed the sheriff to keep the ballots as evidence. Moving forward, the writ directs Bianco to return the ballots to the county registrar. 🗳️

🔬 Protein network key to cancer growth

A new review highlights the vital connection between protein arginine methylation and ubiquitination in cancer development. This complex interplay occurs in various proteins involved in cancer cells. These processes are linked to tumor invasion, drug resistance, and DNA repair mechanisms. The network dictates how cancer cells grow, survive, and respond to treatment by controlling protein stability. Future therapies might involve dual-function inhibitors to target this crosstalk. 🔬

🏏 Sri Lanka levels ODI series with 16-run win

Sri Lanka clinched a 16-run victory over England in Leeds, defending 321/6 to restrict the hosts to 305/9. Kusal Mendis scored a massive 121, supported by Kamindu Mendis (54) and Pavan Rathnayake (48). The match took place on a day where England's strong start was countered by Dunith Wellalage's crucial bowling efforts. Despite Tom Banton and Jos Buttler's efforts, the Sri Lankan bowlers managed to keep the pressure on. This win sets up a decider at The Oval to decide the overall ODI series outcome. 🏏

🚗 No more stopping at tollgates on highways

New guidelines from NHAI plan for Multi-Lane Free Flow tolling on upcoming high-speed National Highways. This system will allow vehicles to pass through toll points electronically without stopping at conventional booths. The rules apply to future four- and six-lane Greenfield and Brownfield corridors, excluding expressways. NHAI aims to make these highways safer, greener, and better equipped for future traffic demands. Future planning will also incorporate detailed traffic projections and greenery from the initial project stage. 🛣️

💻 Googlebook pre-orders sell out fast

Googlebook laptops have already sold out on the US online store just days after pre-orders launched. The shortage affected Acer, Dell, and Lenovo models on Google's own site. Pre-orders opened on September 21, and the initial stock disappeared quickly. This rapid sell-out suggests high demand for the new $899 starting laptop. Consumers can still pre-order at Best Buy before the October 4 release.