💥 Pak airstrikes kill three in Afghanistan

Pakistani airstrikes reportedly killed three and injured four in Afghanistan, escalating border tensions again. The incident occurred in Kunar province on September 21, 2026, targeting alleged civilian areas. This follows a deadly militant attack in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province last week. Pakistan accuses the Taliban government of harboring militants responsible for cross-border attacks. Afghanistan has warned it will "respond appropriately" to this aggression, threatening further instability.

💧 Geologists hunt for hidden 'rock glaciers' for water

Geologists are actively searching for camouflaged 'rock glaciers' across various terrains. These formations are crucial for sustaining the world's freshwater reserves. Researchers are tracking these glaciers, noting their significance in water security across different regions. The discovery of these features helps scientists better understand global hydrology patterns. Future research aims to map these vital sources to manage freshwater resources effectively. 💧

🧐 Kharge says SIR process is flawed, hurting BJP leaders too

Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge stated that the special intensive revision of electoral rolls (SIR) is a flawed process affecting even BJP leaders. Several BJP leaders, including Lal Krishna Advani and S Jaishankar, have received notices from the Election Commission regarding their voting eligibility. So far, 13.8 crore voters have been removed from lists across 31 states and Union Territories. Kharge questioned the concept of 'VIP voters' and if it violates the one person, one vote principle. Final electoral rolls in the affected 19 states will be published in October and November. 🧐

🏛️ Forgery plea against Sonia Gandhi revived in Delhi court

A Delhi court has revived a forgery plea regarding Sonia Gandhi's alleged inclusion in the 1980 voter roll. The Rouse Avenue Court set aside a magistrate's order that rejected an FIR plea against her. The petition questions how her name appeared in the 1980 New Delhi list before she got citizenship on April 30, 1983. This case comes as 47 lakh names were dropped from Delhi’s draft electoral rolls recently. The petitioner can now approach the magistrate court again, with the next hearing scheduled for September 29.

🚨 NCW takes action on Bihar harassment video

The National Commission for Women (NCW) took suo motu cognizance regarding a harassment and assault incident in Bihar. This happened in the Jamui district after a video of the event went viral on social media. The incident reportedly occurred on the evening of September 19, and authorities have already registered an FIR. The NCW demanded immediate arrest of all involved individuals, urging a time-bound and impartial probe. Currently, three minors have been taken into custody, and efforts continue to arrest others. 😔

🧐 105 donation thefts caught at Ram Temple CCTV

One hundred and five instances of donation theft at the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya were caught using temple CCTV footage. The Special Investigation Team (SIT) provided these details to the Supreme Court on Monday, with the charge sheet expected by September 25. This theft involved valuables stored in an SBI locker, which was identified through CCTV analysis. Officials Champat Rai and Anil Mishra were removed, and Jitendra Mishra was appointed as the new CEO. The court has taken all the gathered evidence, including witness statements, on record. 🧐

🔭 Astronomers find new 'hypersoft' X-ray objects

Scientists discovered a new class of ultra-bright X-ray emitters called Hypersoft X-ray Sources (HSSs). This was done by Mustafa Muhibullah and Jimmy Irwin from the University of Alabama and Rosanne Di Stefano from Harvard & the Smithsonian. The team found 84 distinct HSSs across six nearby galaxies, including Andromeda and the Pinwheel Galaxy. These sources might explain where Type Ia supernovae originate and interstellar helium ionization. The research suggests these bright objects could be related to novae or accretion disks around black holes. 🔭

🔥 Rohit Shetty backs Salman Khan against trolls

Salman Khan made a bold statement against body-shaming trolls during Bigg Boss 20's Weekend Ka Vaar episode. The Dabangg star, on Sunday, revealed his physique after removing his shirt in response to being called 'budha'. Filmmaker Rohit Shetty shared the video, supporting Salman's stance against online abuse. Kunal Kohli also praised him for raising points on social media etiquette and paparazzi culture. Salman also addressed scrutiny on women's bodies after pregnancy, emphasizing self-acceptance. 👊

🏛️ BJP solidifies grip in Rajasthan municipal polls

The BJP strengthened its dominance by winning six out of seven mayoral contests in Rajasthan's major municipal corporations on Monday. This win occurred after the BJP emerged as the largest party in the urban local body polls across Rajasthan. The contests took place following the urban body elections held on September 9 and 11, where the BJP won 4,182 wards. The strong showing of Independents proved crucial in electing several mayors and chairpersons in various urban bodies. Elections for Jaipur, Jodhpur, Kota, and Suket municipalities are scheduled for September 25.

🎶 Old Belagavi home becomes music studio spot

A century-old traditional home in Belagavi, Karnataka, has been converted into a music studio by Ashok Paranjape. He insisted on preserving the original design while ensuring structural strength against builder offers. The studio complex includes 'Pancham Caravan' jam room and offers European-grade professional recording equipment. Paranjape aims to nurture local talent, allowing artists to record without travelling to major metros like Mumbai. His music label, Kashma-Kash, has already seen international success with its first record release. 🎧

📈 India-NZ trade deal goes live on Oct 20

The India-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement officially kicks in on October 20, securing duty-free access for 100% of Indian exports to New Zealand. Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal announced this during a virtual meeting in New Delhi, following negotiations that concluded in nine months. As of 2024-25, bilateral merchandise trade grew 49% to $1.3 billion. This pact also means New Zealand will cut tariffs on 95% of its exports like wine and apples. Both leaders aim to double bilateral trade to almost Rs 35,000 crore by 2030. 🤝