💧 Supreme Court asks Karnataka on Cauvery water dispute

The Supreme Court has directed Karnataka to respond to Tamil Nadu's plea regarding Cauvery water release. The case involves Tamil Nadu alleging a supply shortfall while Karnataka cites a terrible drought situation in the region. The court gave Karnataka one week to file its reply, with the next hearing scheduled for October 12. Tamil Nadu's lawyer claimed a deficit of 20 TMC, emphasizing the need for CWMA orders. Ultimately, the CWMA must assess the grievance regarding the claimed deficit, as observed by the bench. 💧

🧑‍🏫 11 TN universities get senior profs as in-charge

Eleven state universities lacking Vice-Chancellors will soon have senior professors manage their administration, according to Tamil Nadu Higher Education Minister P. Viswanathan. This announcement was made in Chennai after inaugurating the two-day Edu Techn Expo organized by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII). The process is already complete at Manonmaniam Sundaranar University and Alagappa University, with the other 11 universities following suit. The minister stated that the VC appointments are pending before the High Court and the Supreme Court for now. Furthermore, the state plans to establish a specialised university focusing on emerging technologies like AI and quantum tech. 🧑‍🏫

🩺 NEET PG 2026 scorecards drop on October 1

The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) announced the NEET PG 2026 results today, September 24, on its official portal. A total of 2,63,544 candidates appeared on August 30, and 2,416 candidates appeared on September 5, 2026. Individual scorecards and the answer key will be released on or after October 1, 2026. The minimum qualifying cutoff score for General or EWS candidates is set at the 50th percentile, which is 262. Candidates must download their scorecards within six months of release. 🩺

🔥 SP vs Congress: UP alliance drama heats up

Akhilesh Yadav launched a 'rath yatra' from Rae Bareilly, the Congress's oldest bastion, signaling strength. This move comes as the state heads toward a major Assembly election in five months. Yadav's action suggests the Samajwadi Party believes it holds the stronger position in UP. Meanwhile, the Congress is flexing its muscles, demanding a fair seat-sharing formula for the 403 seats. Serious talks between both parties are anticipated to begin in early October. 🗳️

🏏 Muthoot Fincorp bags BCCI title sponsorship until 2028

Muthoot Fincorp has officially secured the title sponsorship rights for Indian cricket. The agreement involves covering around 35 home internationals across Test, ODI, and T20 formats. This deal kicks off with the three-match ODI series against the West Indies. The BCCI's new commercial cycle extends until March 2028 for all home bilateral commitments. This sponsorship will cover all international and domestic matches held in India until March 31, 2028.

⚖️ Bihar Minister addresses sexual assault cases

Bihar Minister Ashok Choudhary responded to questions about sexual assaults in Samastipur and Jamui. He stated that such incidents occur globally, citing examples from the US and Japan. Four accused were arrested in Samastipur after public harassment of a girl on Thursday. The minister asserted that the government retains full authority to act against perpetrators. He promised the full force of the law would be used if such incidents continue. ⚖️

⚖️ Journalist challenges Adani defamation arrest in Supreme Court

Journalist Ravi Nair has approached the Supreme Court seeking release from jail concerning an Adani defamation case. This legal action involves Nair, who was previously convicted and later detained again on September 17. The original case stemmed from a criminal complaint filed by the Adani Group in September 2021. Nair was convicted in February for tweets and articles alleging unethical practices by the Adani Group. The Gujarat High Court is set to pronounce its final order on September 30, Wednesday.

🔭 JWST spotted heavy element factories in early galaxies

The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has discovered that early galaxies were already producing heavy elements. This finding was made by researchers utilizing the powerful space observatory. Observations covered galaxies dating back to the early universe, showing signs of heavy element seeding. This suggests that stellar processes were highly efficient in those nascent cosmic structures. Scientists will now continue studying these early cosmic nurseries to understand early universe evolution.

📚 Rajasthan Pharmacy Counselling Round 3 is Live

Registration for Round 3 of Pharmacy Counselling 2026 has commenced by the Rajasthan University of Health Sciences in Jaipur. This counselling is for BPharm and DPharm admissions across government and private colleges in Rajasthan. The registration deadline is September 30, 2026, with the seat matrix releasing on October 1st. Choice filling will run from October 1st until October 5th, leading to the seat allotment announcement on October 8th. Selected candidates must complete joining and document submission between October 8th and October 14th.

🌾 US Farmers Want China Import Pledges During Trade Talks

US farmers are actively lobbying for concrete commitments from China regarding imports. This push is happening as former President Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping discuss trade issues. The negotiations involve various economic sectors and date back to earlier trade disputes. Farmers are seeking assurances that will stabilize their market access and revenue streams. The outcome of these talks could significantly shape future US-China trade relations. 🌾

⚠️ Mecca on alert after warning from Saudi authorities 🚨

Saudi Arabia issued warning messages across areas including Mecca, Jeddah, Tabuk, and Yanbu due to potential danger. The Saudi Civil Defense advised residents to stay indoors and avoid open areas until the danger passed. Later, the department confirmed that the threat had passed for Mecca City and the mentioned provinces on the date of the alert. This alert comes amid regional tensions and ongoing geopolitical concerns in the Middle East. Authorities stressed following official instructions and contacting emergency numbers if danger was noticed.