💡 UNICEF Venture Fund Internship 2026 details are out

UNICEF is opening applications for its Venture Fund Internship 2026 at the Office of Innovation in Sweden. This six-month, part-time role allows candidates to work in-person or remotely with the Venture Fund team. Applicants must be 18+, currently studying, or have graduated within the last two years, with a deadline of September 25, 2026. The internship involves startup research, portfolio management, and tech support for innovation projects. Selected interns will receive a monthly stipend, but must cover their own living and travel costs. 💡

🚨 Alarming cult claims spark intense debate

Controversial speeches in schools are being accused of brainwashing children and instilling hate. These activities are allegedly being conducted by fringe elements targeting students. The concerns highlight the building of extremist views within educational settings. Critics argue this practice undermines the idea of India as a secular nation. Further action and monitoring of these school activities are expected to follow.

🔭 Ancient black hole powerhouses found by Euclid

Scientists discovered 31 of the oldest quasars ever recorded, which are intensely luminous galactic cores. These were found by using the Euclid space telescope during its first 18 months of wide survey. The findings include two quasars dating back to when the Universe was only 670 million years old, as of the date of the discovery. This discovery doubles previous counts and challenges current theories on how supermassive black holes grew rapidly post-Big Bang. The team hopes Euclid will uncover hundreds more ancient quasars over its six-year mission.

🏆 Shafali vs Athapaththu: Asian Games final showdown

The Asian Games final is set to feature India versus Sri Lanka once again for the gold medal. The match is in Nagoya, with both teams having successfully navigated their respective knockout rounds. India has a strong track record, having won 26 out of 32 T20I encounters against Sri Lanka. Sri Lanka's best chance is potentially targeting India's middle order weakness. The final outcome will heavily depend on how the two top batters, Shafali Verma and Chamari Athapaththu, perform. 🏏

🌊 Seabird finds record plastic haul in tummy 😟

A 16-year study from Lord Howe Island revealed record plastic ingestion in fledgling sable shearwaters. Researchers found one bird in 2025 had 894 plastic pieces, while another in 2026 held 644 pieces. This surge is linked to adult birds mistaking plastic for food while struggling to find prey in the Tasman Sea. The pollution burden has rapidly increased, showing severe physical impacts on the birds. Urgent global policy action, like a Plastics Treaty, is now deemed necessary.

💊 Karnataka FDA busts fake drug ring

The Karnataka FDA has initiated a crackdown following an investigation into counterfeit drugs. Authorities took action against 16 drug licenses which were completely cancelled, and 8 others were suspended. This serious probe was conducted across various facilities in Karnataka. The action highlights ongoing efforts to curb the circulation of substandard and fake medicines in the state. Further actions will be taken against those found involved in the illegal drug trade. 💊

⚠️ Bank strike coming; expect service disruptions

A potential nationwide bank strike is scheduled from September 28 to September 30, 2026, by the United Forum of Bank Unions. This action involves unions representing 90% of the banking workforce across India. The strike follows holidays on September 26 and 27, potentially closing branches for five straight days. Unions are demanding a five-day work week and pension scheme updates. The Finance Ministry is meeting bank heads to plan continuity during the disruption. 🏦

🔥 Sakura's bra outfit goes viral after backlash

LE SSERAFIM's Sakura's recent sexy bra outfit from the US festival is currently trending online. The idol wore this look at the iHeartRadio Music Festival on September 20, 2026. The outfit, described as a "triple bra," sparked intense debate among netizens. Many fans reacted positively, showing support for her confident choice amidst criticism. It seems the discussion around her fashion choices will continue to generate buzz.

🌟 Usher's childhood dream house story 🏡

Usher first saw L.A. Reid's Alpharetta mansion when he was 13 and dreamed of owning it. The superstar later purchased the 10,823-sq-ft home in Alpharetta, Georgia, at the age of 21. He bought the property in 1999 for $1.2 million and spent years modernizing its design. Nearly two decades later, in June 2018, Usher sold the updated mansion for $1.5 million. This purchase marked the realization of a teenage real-estate ambition.

🏛️ SC: NCLT/NCLAT are government's lifeline, need basic facilities

The Supreme Court stated that the NCLT and NCLAT are crucial lifelines for the government. Justices Surya Kant and others expressed worry over poor infrastructure and staff shortages at NCLT benches nationwide. Currently, at least 18 NCLT benches are running half-day sittings due to vacancies, despite a massive jurisdiction expansion. The Court emphasized that these tribunals handle disputes involving thousands of crores, making basic amenities essential for function. The Court directed the Bar Association to collect infrastructure data and the Union of India to file a status report.

⚖️ Govt official cleared in bribery case in Chhattisgarh

The Chhattisgarh High Court acquitted an education department official in a 2014 bribery case. The case involved Murali Prasad Choudhary, an accountant in Surajpur district. The court overturned a 2017 trial court order after reviewing the matter on September 18. The verdict emphasized that mere cash recovery isn't enough without proof of a bribe demand. Consequently, Choudhary was acquitted because the prosecution failed to prove the essential demand beyond reasonable doubt. 🏛️