👻 Silent Hill: Townfall review scores are still missing 🎮

Silent Hill: Townfall has not received any scored reviews as of September 21, 2026. The game is developed by Screen Burn Interactive and will launch on Thursday, September 24, 2026. The Standard Edition is priced at $49.99, while the Digital Deluxe Edition is $59.99. This spin-off is set in a fictional Scottish coastal town with a 1990s aesthetic. Final verdicts are expected after embargoes lift, likely within 48 hours of the street date.

📉 Apple trims Fitness+ staff amid AI shakeups

Apple has reportedly conducted another round of layoffs, affecting a small number of employees within its Fitness+ team last week. These cuts specifically impacted staff handling audio features like Time to Walk and Time to Run at Apple's subscription service. The company is expected to decrease the frequency of new audio releases on Fitness+, though current features will remain active. This follows earlier August layoffs across Siri and Vision Pro teams, which affected over 200 roles. Speculation is rising that Fitness+ might eventually merge with the Health app in the coming years. 📉

📈 FIIs pump 14 stocks, shares surge up to 75%

Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) increased their holdings in 14 specific stocks during the June 2026 quarter. This activity took place across the BSE 500 index. In less than three months since the June quarter ended, these stocks saw price gains ranging from 20% to 75%. This rise follows increased institutional interest across various sectors. Investors will now watch how these trends continue moving forward. 🚀

🗣️ UP might split into four after caste census, says Rajbhar

UP minister Om Prakash Rajbhar claimed the state could be divided into four parts following a caste census. He made this statement during the SBSP's 'Samajik Samrasta Maha Rally' in Deoria. Rajbhar mentioned the division would happen after the caste count, and he also spoke about 27 percent reservation. This remark reignites the long-standing political debate about UP's division ahead of the 2027 Assembly polls. He advised youth not to be swayed by the Samajwadi Party, BSP, or Congress. 🗣️

🎨 UCEED 2027: Design Exam Details Are Coming Soon

The Undergraduate Common Entrance Examination for Design (UCEED) 2027 registration is expected to kick off around October 1, 2026. This exam will be held on January 17, 2027, at five major IITs plus IIT Jabalpur. Candidates must have passed 12th grade and meet specific age criteria based on their category. The application process involves visiting the official website and completing several steps to register. The UCEED score is valid for one year for admission in the same academic year. 🎨

😔 IIT Bombay suspends Dean after student suicide

IIT Bombay suspended Dean of Student Affairs, Professor Suryanarayana Doolla, immediately following the suicide of 20-year-old BTech student Sahil Wakode. The suspension occurred amid student protests demanding action regarding the circumstances of Sahil’s death at IIT Bombay. The incident happened on Friday after Sahil was allegedly caught using a mobile phone during the mid-semester exam. The institute also issued an apology for earlier statements made about the unfortunate demise of Sahil. Authorities are now investigating the matter, and further action will be taken after the probe is complete. 😔

⚡ Transrail keeps growth target despite Q1 slowdown

Transrail Lighting Ltd is sticking to its 20-22% annual revenue growth guidance even after a sluggish first quarter. This was reported by CEO Randeep Narang in Mumbai, amid geopolitical supply chain issues. The company projects a ₹9.5 trillion domestic T&D market opportunity through 2032. They are focusing on profitability rather than rushing growth in competitive segments. Transrail plans to build capabilities in data centres and BESS for future expansion. ⚡

😠 Man throws weights in Bengaluru gym, membership cancelled

A man reportedly became aggressive and threw 20kg weight plates in a Cult.fit gym in Indiranagar, Bengaluru. This incident occurred last week during a busy period when other members asked him to share equipment. The aggressive behavior escalated after he refused to alternate sets, nearly hitting a woman with a plate. Indiranagar Police initiated legal action after the viral video spread online. Cult.fit confirmed they investigated the matter and subsequently cancelled the member's membership. 😠

🎧 Flight test: 5 noise-cancelling earbuds compared

An editorial team tested five noise-cancelling earbuds on a flight to check ANC, sound, comfort, and battery. The tested models included Sony WF-C710N, Bose QuietComfort, JBL Wave Buds 2, OnePlus Buds 4, and Oppo Enco Air5 Pro. Data covered various specs like Sony's 8.5-hour NC time and JBL's 40-hour total playback. The comparison assessed how well each balanced noise reduction with overall audio quality for travel. Buyers' feedback was analyzed to provide a practical guide for frequent flyers.

🎭 Comedian's UP shows cancelled after Modi mimicry

Three upcoming shows by comedian Pulkit Mani in Uttar Pradesh have been cancelled following his impersonation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. This incident occurred after Mani performed at a Rahul Gandhi event in Madhya Pradesh on Saturday. The cancellations were cited as being due to 'unforeseen circumstances' in Noida and 'repeated threats from goon activists' in Kanpur and Lucknow. Several BJP leaders criticized Gandhi for hosting the comedian, calling the performance 'cheap' political theatre. It is unclear whether the cancellations were initiated by Mani or the respective venues. 🎭

⚖️ SC notices govt over Pranit More's FIR cluster

The Supreme Court issued notices to the Union Government, Maharashtra, and Haryana regarding Pranit More's petition to club multiple FIRs. The comedian faced scrutiny after an audience member made a misogynistic comment over a Rs. 370 biryani incident. Multiple FIRs were lodged under various sections of BNS and the IT Act against him and others. More has apologized publicly and recently announced a comeback tour called 'Ghayal'. A PIL was also filed citing this controversy to seek digital content safeguards. 🧐