⛪ Old St. Louis church gets rehab chance after legal battle

A 160-year-old church in St. Louis faced decline after enduring a fire and two structural condemnations. The Soulard Restoration Group successfully won temporary possession through a court order after a year-long legal fight. City records showed 37 service requests related to the property's deteriorating state. This development allows the St. Louis Receivership Group to fund rehabilitation efforts instead of demolition. The immediate focus now is to stabilize the structure and determine its future use. 🏗️

🚀 Astronaut shows space health checks

Astronaut Anil Menon demonstrated the health checkup procedures carried out in space. He conducted this demonstration from the International Space Station (ISS) in orbit. The procedures involve various tests and monitoring protocols, which are essential for long-duration missions. This showcases the rigorous medical standards maintained for astronauts during their space journeys. Future missions will continue to rely on these advanced health monitoring techniques. 🚀

🤨 Vijayan claims ED case is BJP-Congress political stunt

Pinarayi Vijayan stated that the ED's charges in the CMRL-Exalogic payoff case suggest a shared political agenda between the BJP and Congress. This was said during a press conference in Kannur on Saturday, September 12, 2026. The ED's accusations were previously thrown out by the Vigilance Court, Kerala High Court, and Supreme Court. Vijayan accused the ED of resurrecting false charges against him, which he claims is judicial overreach. He challenged the ED and Congress to prove any undue benefit given to CMRL as Chief Minister. 🤨

🏏 Dravid's captain picks: Dhoni tops the list

Rahul Dravid revealed his captaincy preferences in a game of 'winner stays on'. He ultimately chose MS Dhoni as the ultimate best captain among many greats. Dravid picked Imran Khan over Virat Kohli, stating his reason was for 'what he did'. Dhoni is noted for winning the ODI World Cup, T20 World Cup, and Champions Trophy. Dravid played under Dhoni for several years and observed his leadership firsthand. 🏆

🚢 Modi pitches seafarers' safety network at BRICS Summit 🚢

PM Narendra Modi proposed a Seafarers Emergency Support Network among BRICS members on Saturday. This proposal was made during the 18th BRICS Summit held in New Delhi. The network aims to provide distress alerts, medical aid, and family communication support. This initiative comes amid heightened tensions in West Asia and disruptions to key shipping routes. India is pushing for BRICS to turn its consensus into practical global outcomes.

🌍 Malaysian PM questions US role in Iran tensions

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim called for an immediate end to the US-Iran violence. He stated this while in New Delhi during the BRICS summit, arguing the conflict started with US and Israeli aggression. The Iranian strike on a Jordan base occurred Wednesday, escalating tensions further. PM Ibrahim noted many countries are reluctant to state the actual facts about the conflict's origins. He stressed that stopping violence must be paired with examining the initial use of force. 🌍

🤝 Modi pitches new Brics plan with Troika system 🤝

Prime Minister Narendra Modi proposed a new continuity mechanism for BRICS during the 18th Summit in New Delhi. This proposal focuses on a 'Troika' system and a secure digital repository for tracking decisions across rotating presidencies. The plan aims to maintain institutional momentum as the grouping enters its third decade. Modi also pushed for time-bound global governance reforms, specifically mentioning the UN Security Council. Brics members will jointly formulate 10 proposals for reform by the next summit. 🌍

😥 Delhi couple arrested in wife's murder plot

A 22-year-old man and his girlfriend were arrested for the murder of his wife in Delhi's Prahladpur last month. The accused, Md Lal Babu alias Zahid Ali and Rukhsar Khatoon, were apprehended after checking over 300 CCTV cameras across several cities. The incident occurred on August 29, and a murder case under Section 103(1) of the BNS was registered. Police stated the killing was motivated by Lal Babu's alleged relationship with Rukhsar and his desire to marry her. Further investigation is ongoing to clarify the exact roles and gather more evidence. 😥

🏛️ ABVP candidate Dabas addresses student safety concerns

Yash Dabas is the ABVP presidential candidate contesting the DUSU Elections 2026. He is running in the September 18 elections amidst competition from other major student groups. Dabas spoke about preventing future incidents after the Satya Niketan building collapse. He promised safety audits for every PG and hostel, aiming for universal student accommodation. Allegations regarding his academic record surfaced on social media shortly after the provisional nomination list release. 📚

🏛️ TN Temples in Poor Shape, Minister States

HR&CE Minister S. Ramesh stated that temples across Tamil Nadu are in highly deplorable conditions. During an inspection of 17 temples in Kumbakonam, he noted the neglect at places like Swamimalai Murugan Temple. This observation was made while addressing the media at Patteeswaram on Friday, September 11, 2026. Ramesh criticized past claims, alleging deception by the previous regime regarding temple renovations. The government plans to renovate all temples across Tamil Nadu under CM C. Joseph Vijay's five-year tenure.

🌐 BRICS nations find peace after 4 am talks

BRICS nations reportedly reached a consensus on a joint statement after intense negotiations that continued until 4 am. India played a key role in bridging differences among members in India. These talks were crucial given the disagreements over issues like the Iran war and West Asia tensions. The agreement is expected to be released during the BRICS Summit on Saturday, September 12th. This breakthrough is significant for the diverse grouping of major emerging economies. 🤝