🎬 Political heavyweights team up for reality show

Former Bihar minister Tej Pratap Yadav and BJP spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla teamed up for a reality show called Rise & Fall. This collaboration took place on September 26, 2026, on Prime Video, hosted by Virender Sehwag. The show features 15 contestants battling in roles of 'Rulers' and 'Workers'. Both men are outside their previous political affiliations, with Tej Pratap expelled from RJD in May 2025 and Poonawalla resigning from BJP in August 2026. They both bring diverse backgrounds to this new televised venture. 📺

🏃 Tejaswin Shankar kicks off Asian Games 2026 decathlon

Indian decathletes Tejaswin Shankar and N Thowfeeq started the men’s decathlon at the Asian Games 2026 on September 26. Shankar clocked 10.98s in the 100m, scoring 865 points and placing fifth overall. The event is the first of ten, with Shankar aiming for back-to-back Asian Games medals. His stronger events like long jump and high jump are set for later on the first day. The full decathlon spans two days, including events like the 400m and 1500m. 🥇

🤝 Trump and Xi wrap up three-day summit

US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping concluded their three-day summit on Friday after tours in Washington. They pledged 'strategic stability' while showing minor progress on trade disputes. Specific details on limited agreements, like exempting some goods, will be released on Monday. Sensitive issues like Taiwan remain unresolved despite Xi pressing Trump on the matter. Both leaders indicated future meetings were expected at the G20 in December. 🤝

♟️ Jhu Jiner bounces back after India slump

China's Zhu Jiner is leading the women's section at the 46th Chess Olympiad in Samarkand, Uzbekistan. She is competing on Board 1 despite China lacking its top-tier players in the event. This marks a strong turnaround from her performance at the Global Chess League in India a couple of weeks prior. Despite the tough schedule, Jiner appreciated the passionate chess culture of Bengaluru. She is currently remaining unbeaten, turning perceived pressure into resolve for the team. ♟️

⚖️ Supreme Court clears Trump's citizenship database push

The US Supreme Court allowed the Trump administration to use a controversial federal citizenship database for voter checks. This decision impacts states across the US as the administration pushes for federal election involvement. The ruling lifts restrictions on the SAVE programme, despite critics warning about wrongly flagging citizens. However, the court barred broad voter-roll purges immediately before the midterms. States can still check individual voter citizenship status using the federal system. 🗳️

🔭 NASA pushes PRIMA telescope development forward

NASA is actively continuing the development of the PRIMA infrared space telescope, which is set to enter Phase B for preliminary design. This 1.8-meter telescope, called Probe far-Infrared Mission for Astrophysics, is planned for a five-year mission starting no earlier than 2033. It aims to study exoplanet origins, galaxy growth, and black hole evolution in the far-infrared range. Astronomer Meredith MacGregor noted it can determine the role of water in planet formation, which JWST cannot access. PRIMA will be the first mission in the new Probe Explorers class, with a cost cap of $1.2 billion. 🔭

Shooting updates: India aiming for medal in 50m 3P

Indian shooters are competing in the women's 50m rifle 3P event at the Asian Games 2026 in Aichi-Nagoya. Ashi Chouksey and Tilottama Sen secured top three spots after strong performances in the qualification rounds. As of September 26, 2026, Tilottama is second and Ashi is third on the leaderboard. The team standings see India currently in second place behind China, which is leading the competition. The athletes are now progressing through the various shooting positions to secure medals. 🎯

🧐 Aaditya Thackeray wants MPSC exams postponed 🧐

Shiv Sena (UBT) MLA Aaditya Thackeray wrote to the Maharashtra Governor on September 25, 2026, requesting a postponement of the MPSC State Service Mains. He made this request because the recommendations from the state-appointed reform panel, headed by Additional Chief Secretary V. Radha, are still pending. The panel received over 20,000 representations regarding issues like question-paper security and evaluation transparency. This move comes just before the State Service Main Examination is set to start in October. Thackeray also asked for age relaxation for candidates affected by any delays.

🏛️ Missouri map drama: Supreme Court rejects Trump's plan again

The US Supreme Court rejected the use of a new, Trump-backed Missouri congressional map on Friday. This decision reverts to the previous congressional districts for the November midterm elections in Missouri. The dispute affects over 1 million potential voters statewide, who were shifted under the contested map. Republicans wanted the new map to help them gain an extra seat in Congress. Voters will consequently use the 2022 and 2024 election districts moving forward.

🏆 Trick Williams wins US Title in cage match

Trick Williams defeated Baron Corbin in a WWE United States Championship Steel Cage Match in Indianapolis, Indiana. This championship match took place on September 25, 2026, with referees Dan Engler and Daphne LaShaunn officiating. The match featured intense action, including a final three Book Ends by Williams to secure the victory. Trick Williams remains the WWE United States Champion after this encounter. Meanwhile, Lash Legend stated her plans to win the Money in the Bank and take the Women’s Championship home. 👑

🏛️ Supreme Court eases bail for Delhi riots accused before wedding

The Supreme Court partially relaxed a specific bail condition for 2020 Delhi riots accused Meeran Haider on September 25, 2026. This relief was granted for Meeran Haider in the 2020 Delhi riots case, specifically in Delhi. The mandatory police station appearances were reduced from twice a week to once a week, with exemptions on his wedding day and October 24. Haider claimed the old condition hampered his job search, which the court addressed. However, the court maintained other restrictions, like a ban on public appearances, until the trial concludes. ⚖️