😔 Rahul Gandhi assures support for IIT Bombay student's family

Rahul Gandhi contacted the family of IIT Bombay student Sahil Wakode via phone to assure them of his support in seeking justice. This call happened almost a week after 22-year-old Wakode was found deceased in his hostel room. Wakode's parents alleged caste-based harassment, while IIT Bombay initially denied this, later apologizing on September 21. The Mumbai Crime Branch is currently investigating, having recorded statements from six people. The Youth Congress is also planning a press conference on Thursday to announce its next steps. 😥

🎬 LAVA's new ad blends romance with tech

LAVA has launched a new campaign for the Virat Curve 5G by using a romantic film format. The campaign features popular actors Rohit Saraf and Pratibha Ranta in a story centered on their chance encounter. This creative effort is set to life with the Bollywood number “Yaar Bina Chain Kahan Re.” Instead of focusing only on features, the ad integrates the product naturally into an entertaining narrative. The goal is to change smartphone advertising by making the product part of the story.

😔 Tourist couple attacked in Puri hotel

A couple from Karnataka was allegedly assaulted by hotel employees during the rerun of the Bihar Jemui event. The incident took place in Puri, Odisha, involving staff members of the hotel. The details of the altercation occurred on an unspecified date, with no specific numbers provided regarding the duration or severity. The couple reported being subjected to physical abuse by the hotel personnel. Authorities are expected to investigate the matter further following the complaint. 😔

🔥 Driver allegedly drives on despite bus catching fire 🔥

A sleeper bus caught fire on the Yamuna Expressway in Greater Noida, resulting in nine passenger fatalities. The incident occurred around 11:30 pm on Wednesday while the bus, operated by Raj Kalpana Travels, was traveling from Delhi to Mahoba. Passengers alerted the driver and conductor about a burning smell, but the driver allegedly responded, "If you want to die, then die; we won’t stop the bus." The FIR further alleges the driver and conductor were smoking bidis and cigarettes inside the cabin when the flames erupted. The driver and conductor have been arrested, and an investigation is ongoing. 😥

🔬 Pesticide chemicals linked to breast cancer risk

A new study suggests that hundreds of chemicals found in pesticides might raise the risk of breast cancer. Researchers found that among 485 pesticide chemicals, only 145 were registered as active ingredients with the US EPA. These 'inactive' ingredients, added for product improvement, pose a potential risk to human health. Breast cancer is a prevalent global issue, accounting for about 27 percent of new cases in India. Scientists stress the need to track total chemical exposure for cancer prevention. 😟

🎬 Actor's humble beginnings before big comeback

A prominent actor recently shared a part of his early life story. He revealed that before achieving mainstream success, he used to wash dishes at a local dhaba. This experience took place in a smaller town years ago, prior to his major career turn. The actor mentioned these early days around 2010, when his career was just starting out. This period highlighted the hard work and struggle involved in his journey to stardom. Fans are now curious to see what his next big project will be. 🎬

🏞️ River sand builds islands at McGregor Lake

Engineers used 500,000 cubic yards of sand dredged from the Mississippi River to build seven islands at McGregor Lake. This $25 million habitat restoration project took place in Wisconsin, starting in 2020. Over six years, the work has improved more than 270 acres of aquatic habitat. The project balances river navigation needs with essential ecological restoration efforts. This effort is part of a larger federal initiative along the Mississippi River. 🏞️

🛰️ China's quiet arms support for Iran 🤫

An investigation revealed China has been providing significant military support to Iran against the US. This aid included around 1,300 shipments of dual-use components to Iran's defense ministry by June. The flow intensified after US Navy restrictions on Iranian maritime trade. China also serves as Iran's largest oil customer, providing Tehran with major revenue despite sanctions. This complicated relationship remains an undercurrent during US-China summits.

⚖️ Supreme Court changes death sentence for child abuse case

The Supreme Court commuted the death sentence to life imprisonment for a man convicted of raping and murdering his six-year-old step-daughter. The appellant, Waris, was convicted by the Special Court in Jaora, Madhya Pradesh, on December 17, 2018. The original sentence was death, which the High Court had upheld previously. Evidence included medical findings, DNA, and the mother's testimony about repeated assaults. The Supreme Court upheld the conviction but opted against the death penalty after reviewing the case parameters.

🏦 Salary advance before bank strike alert 🚨

The government has decided to advance salaries and pensions for central government employees ahead of a three-day bank strike. This action is being taken by the Finance Ministry for all ministries and departments regarding employees in various locations. Salaries and pensions for September 2026 will be credited on September 25, 2026, before the strike begins on September 28. This measure is crucial because the proposed strike coincides with the banking sector's half-yearly closing period. Furthermore, all banks are mandated to operate on Sunday, September 27, to support customers.

🧐 Election commissioners clash over voter roll decisions

Many Indian newspapers featured reports on The Indian Express' investigation detailing objections from two election commissioners regarding SIR decisions. This controversy involved Election Commissioners Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Vivek Joshi in relation to decisions concerning new voter registration and data handling. These objections were formally raised across 14 instances over the last 10 months, according to the reports. The news also highlighted the Supreme Court's referral of pleas against the 2023 appointment law to a larger bench. Moving forward, editorials from major papers have called for accountability and answers from the Chief Election Commissioner. 🧐