⚖️ US expat wins tax relief after 6-year fight

A woman who paid US tax faced a Rs 30 lakh tax demand in India after missing the mandatory Form 67 filing. She was an Indian-origin US citizen who was a tax resident of India during the relevant period. Despite filing Form 67 belatedly on February 8, 2023, her claim was initially rejected by the authorities. The ITAT Delhi sided with her on September 14, 2026, directing the AO to verify her Rs 23.48 lakh credit claim. The tribunal ruled that filing Form 67 is directory, not mandatory, based on a High Court precedent. ⚖️

🇺🇦 Ukrainian nationals get bail for alleged rebel training in India

Six Ukrainian nationals received default bail from an NIA court in Delhi on Wednesday. They were arrested in March this year for allegedly running a training camp for ethnic armed rebels in India and Myanmar. The court ordered their release on a cash bond of Rs 1 lakh each, while discharging them from immigration offenses after a Rs 5.5 lakh penalty. Special judge Prashant Sharma granted the bail based on parity with Matthew Aaron Van Dyke. This happened because the agency filed a charge sheet that omitted the UAPA provisions from the initial FIR. 🇺🇦

🔥 EVM controversy sparks again in Delhi

The issue surrounding Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) has resurfaced in Delhi. This reappearance follows the events from last year in Rajdhani Delhi. There are no specific numbers or dates provided in the source material for the current situation. This renewed debate stems from past electoral concerns raised by various political groups. The next steps involve monitoring the political discourse and official responses to these claims.

🤕 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. ⚖️