🎬 The Paradise review: Spectacle over substance

The film The Paradise is criticized for turning oppression into mere spectacle through its poor execution. Set in the 1980s, it follows Jadal, a Savari member enslaved by feudal lord Shikanja Malik in the area named Paradise. The film covers events from his childhood trauma up to his return 14 years later to seek revenge. Despite aiming for a resistance narrative, it fails by prioritizing violence over emotional depth and context. Future development is questionable given the current structural and writing flaws. 😬

⛈️ Nor'easter hits East Coast with heavy rain and wind ⛈️

A strengthening nor'easter is set to bring coastal flooding, high surf, heavy rain, and strong winds across the US East Coast. The storm, monitored by The Weather Channel, will impact areas from North Carolina to New England starting on Thursday. By Saturday, locally heavy rain and strong winds are expected across much of coastal and southern New England. This weather pattern could cause tree damage and power outages, especially near Boston and Cape Cod. The system is forecast to weaken on Sunday, with lingering showers through Monday.

🚢 Indian Navy aims for 230 self-reliant ships by 2045

The Indian Navy is setting a major goal to build a self-reliant fleet of 230 ships by the year 2045. This target is being pursued by the Indian Navy and the Central Armed Forces in response to a contested maritime environment. The Navy has already successfully built over 100 ships domestically, as noted on September 24, 2026. This push includes embracing emerging technologies via initiatives like the Naval Innovation and Indigenisation Organisation. The Navy chief stressed that maintaining this long-term growth momentum is crucial for future security needs. 🚢

🚑 SI and driver hurt in fish lorry crash

A Sub-Inspector of police and his driver sustained injuries after a fish-laden lorry hit their patrol vehicle. This incident occurred near Tirumalayapalem on the Khammam-Warangal highway in Khammam district. The collision happened in the wee hours of Thursday, involving a lorry carrying fish from Akividu to Gorakhpur. The SI's condition was stable, but the driver, Rakesh, was moved to a Hyderabad hospital. A case has been filed against the lorry driver, Shaik Rasool, for negligent driving. 🚑

🔥 Greater Noida bus fire leaves family heartbroken

A Bihar-registered bus caught fire on the Yamuna Expressway in Greater Noida, trapping several passengers. Sarvoday Bharadwaj's parents were on board when the tragedy struck late Wednesday night. The incident resulted in nine fatalities, with 20 people being rescued from the blaze. Sarvoday's mother sustained injuries, and his father remains missing after the fire started from the AC system. He is demanding a thorough investigation into the safety lapses and insufficient compensation.

⚖️ BRS welcomes SC verdict on Nagender's disqualification

The Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) has welcomed the Supreme Court's judgement regarding the disqualification case of Danam Nagender. This verdict pertains to the defected MLA from Khairatabad, and the party hopes eight other defected MLAs will face similar consequences. Nagender defected to Congress on March 14, 2024, with BRS lodging a complaint on March 18. The BRS argued that the BJP is misclaiming credit, especially since the High Court directed a decision in July 2025. They expect this ruling to impact the upcoming Khairatabad by-election. ⚖️

🧹 Dyson V16 Piston Animal launches in India

Dyson has introduced the Dyson V16 Piston Animal, its most powerful anti-tangle cordless vacuum cleaner, in India. This flagship model is available at Rs 79,900 and can be bought on Dyson.in and at Dyson stores across India. The vacuum features a 900W motor providing 315 Air Watts of suction and offers up to 70 minutes of run time. It debuts the All Floor Cones Sense head and has a CleanCompaktor bin with 3x debris capacity. The device connects to the MyDyson app for maintenance reminders and guides users through cleaning efficiently. 🧹

🧊 Samsung smart fridges glitch after system update

Several customers reported that Samsung Bespoke AI smart fridges shut down unexpectedly following a system update for 'code stabilisation'. The issue mainly affected 4-door models manufactured from 2024 onward in South Korea. Reports surfaced from September 22nd to September 23rd, showing various glitches like screen freezing and power loss. Customers faced long waits for service, with some fearing food spoilage during the Chuseok holiday. Samsung promised emergency repair services across nine centers on October 26th and 27th. 🥶

🎬 Nani's Paradise hits ₹34.51 crore on day one

Nani's movie, The Paradise, opened to good collections despite lukewarm reviews this Thursday. It was released by Srikanth Odela and stars Nani, Mohan Babu, Sonali Kulkarni, Kayadu Lohar, and Raghav Juyal. As of 9 PM, it grossed ₹34.51 crore net in India across 9,574 shows on the date of release. This performance surpasses previous openers like Dasara and HIT: The Third Case, solidifying it as Nani’s biggest opener yet. The film tells the story of the Savaari tribe fighting for legal recognition from the government.

🎧 Beats 360 cushions are now only $10

Beats 360 cushion kits are on a limited-time launch offer for just $10. This deal applies to the interchangeable earcup and headband cushions available for the Beats 360 headphones. The original price of these kits is $50, marking an 80% discount for buyers. The customizable cushions come in various colors like pink, black, and navy, perfect for a fresh look. Prime Day deals are also coming soon, offering more chances to save on audio gear. 🎧

🏥 Rewa hospital blood bank caste row

A family alleged that the Rewa hospital blood bank refused blood from a Brahmin donor for their Vaishya patient. This alleged incident occurred on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, at the Sanjay Gandhi Memorial Hospital. The hospital administration denied the charges, stating two potential donors were rejected due to medical conditions. The blood bank in-charge confirmed caste is never mentioned, attributing rejections to high-risk behaviour and a hernia. The administration believes the family misunderstood the situation, emphasizing that caste is irrelevant there. 🩸