🤕 Sumit Kundu out of Asian Games due to injury

Indian boxer Sumit Kundu’s run in the men’s 70kg boxing at the 2026 Asian Games ended abruptly because of a knee injury. This happened in Aichi-Nagoya during the round-of-16 contest against Iraq’s Ali Al-Sarray. Kundu had previously advanced after beating Thailand’s Bunjong Sinsiri with a 4-1 score. The injury caused him to lose by ‘Referee Stops Contest’ at the start of the third round. India’s total medal count currently sits at 14 across the games.

🎬 Love & War hitting IMAX; Bhansali back after 9 years

Sanjay Leela Bhansali's highly anticipated romantic drama, Love & War, will be released in the IMAX format. The film stars Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, and Vicky Kaushal and is set for a cinema release on January 21, 2027. This marks Bhansali's return to the IMAX format after his 2018 epic, Padmaavat. The production is known for its spectacular scale, suggesting an immersive visual experience for audiences. The movie is also scheduled to release during the Republic Day week.

🏛️ ED raids on Punjab body spark political fire

Enforcement Directorate searches at GMADA office have ignited a political clash between the AAP-led Punjab government and the Centre. The Punjab government approached the Punjab and Haryana High Court for judicial help regarding the ED operation. These searches are part of a money-laundering probe into land acquisition and compensation irregularities, continuing for a second day. AAP leaders are protesting, accusing central agencies of targeting Punjab before elections. The High Court has now appointed a Warrant Officer to monitor the ongoing search and seizure proceedings. 🧐

🎬 Ranbir Kapoor's bloodied first look for Love & War

Ranbir Kapoor's first look from Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Love & War has been officially revealed to fans. The poster features Ranbir driving a vintage car, with one hand visibly bruised and bloodied. The film stars Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, and Vicky Kaushal, with a worldwide theatrical release set for January 21, 2027. The project is reported to be a period romantic war drama, written by Sanjay and Ila Bedi Dutta. Producers are taking strict measures, with over 500 NDAs signed, to prevent any leaks before the launch.

👓 Meta drops new VR glasses and audio-only Ray-Bans

Meta unveiled two new smart glasses at Meta Connect 2026: the Meta VR Glasses and the camera-free Ray-Ban Meta Audio. The VR Glasses feature a two-part system, weighing 100 grams and boasting 5K micro OLED displays. They will support Hologram Calling and run on the Snapdragon Reality Elite chipset, launching in Spring 2027 for $1,299. The Ray-Ban Meta Audio weighs 43 grams, offering 12 hours of battery life, and will be available starting October 13 for $349.

🏛️ Karnataka assembly pushes for caste census discussion

A Congress member raised the issue of the caste survey during the Legislative Assembly's special session. This happened in Bengaluru on September 23, 2026, where B.S. Shivanna brought it up. The survey, conducted by the Karnataka State Commission for Backward Classes, has involved spending hundreds of crores. Shivanna insists the government must hold a special session to discuss the Madhusudan Naik Commission report in detail. The report was given to former CM Siddaramaiah before he stepped down and needs implementation.

💧 Karnataka CM asks PM for 50% drought aid

Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, seeking 50% of the interim drought assistance. This appeal comes as drought conditions worsen across Karnataka, impacting agriculture and water supplies. The state had previously requested Rs 3,705.30 crore on September 10 for 101 taluks, but now 76 more have been declared affected, totaling 177. Shivakumar noted the monsoon deficit is causing crop losses potentially exceeding 40 lakh hectares and low reservoir levels. He urgently requested the interim funds to manage relief measures before the situation becomes more acute. 😟

🏛️ SC dismisses Karnataka plea on Rs 5 Lakh arrest compensation

The Supreme Court dismissed a Special Leave Petition filed by Karnataka challenging a High Court order. The High Court had deemed the arrest of a homestay owner in Coorg illegal and ordered the state to pay Rs 5,00,000 compensation. This incident involved an arrest on April 19, 2026, related to an alleged rape of a US national. The SC bench stated they were not inclined to interfere with the High Court's judgment. The State of Karnataka later argued the compensation claim did not meet the required threshold for violation. ⚖️

📸 OnePlus 16 camera finally gets a major upgrade

OnePlus has released an official teaser confirming a huge camera overhaul for the OnePlus 16. This upgrade specifically targets the camera criticisms from the OnePlus 15, featuring a new setup. The phone will sport a 200MP main sensor and a 50MP telephoto lens with 3x optical zoom. This hardware is paired with the second-generation LUMO imaging system and the Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6. While the launch date is unconfirmed, expectations point towards a September 2026 release.

🕶️ Meta drops camera-free glasses and new AI gadgets

Meta showcased a new tech lineup at Connect 2026, focusing on AI integration into wearables. The company introduced Ray-Ban Meta Audio, its first camera-free smart glasses, alongside a $1,299 VR device and Meta Charm. These new products aim to shift human tech interaction away from smartphones toward what users wear. The camera-free glasses start at $349 and ship from October 13, while the VR glasses arrive in spring 2027.

😠 Writer slams MLA over 'feeling safe' in Bihar

Writer-lyricist Neeraj Pandey strongly rebutted BJP MLA Maithili Thakur’s claim of feeling safe in Bihar. He addressed Thakur’s statement following the molestation incident in Jamui, where two Class X students were harassed on September 19. Pandey shared his experience, stating that not everyone in Bihar feels secure, citing personal boundary invasions. He emphasized that the reality of a state must be heard from those affected by trauma. The state police formed an SIT led by Deepti Monali to track down the suspects.