🌊 VSU students clean Mypadu Beach for environment

Vikrama Simhapuri University students and faculty organized a major cleanliness drive at Mypadu Beach. This event took place in Nellore, marking International Coastal Cleanup Day as part of ‘Swachh Sagar – Surakshit Sagar 5.0’. VSU Vice-Chancellor Prof. Allam Srinivasa Rao attended the beach-cleaning programme on Saturday. Participants collectively pledged to reduce plastic use and protect the marine environment. This initiative aims to raise public awareness about coastal area preservation. 🌊

✈️ Mamnoor airport land secured, naming suggestions invited

The state government has completed the land acquisition for the Nizam-era Mamnoor airport on the outskirts of Warangal city. Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy announced this on social media platforms, having allocated ₹295 crore for the land purchase. The Airports Authority of India has issued a tender valued at ₹213.59 crore for construction, published on September 14 with bids opening on November 9. This development addresses Warangal's long-standing need for an airport, which the previous government failed to deliver. The government aims to complete the airport by June 2, 2028, reflecting Kakatiya heritage. ✈️

📱 Samsung Gives Free Feature Upgrades to Millions of Galaxy Phones

Samsung has officially confirmed that it will be providing free feature upgrades for a massive number of its Galaxy phones. This rollout will benefit millions of users across various models and regions. The upgrades are scheduled to begin implementation on October 1st, covering specific hardware and software enhancements. This move aims to boost customer satisfaction and keep older devices feeling modern. Users are advised to check the official Samsung support page for their specific device eligibility. 📱

🛡️ Police tag 37,932 kids for Tirumala safety

Tirupati district police tagged 37,932 children as part of a major child-safety initiative during the nine-day Brahmotsavams. This drive started on Tuesday, September 15, amidst the large crowds visiting Tirumala. The tags hold vital details to help quickly locate separated children and reunite them with their families. The system has already helped trace and safely return three lost children to their parents. Police are increasing surveillance and urging guardians to keep the tags secure. 🛡️

🔥 Women rappers challenge climate justice with new track

Sollisai Sistahs released their new Tamil rap track, Veppa Marathadiyila, questioning who gets relief during climate crises. The group, including rappers Kavya and Abisha, is from Alangudi village in Mayiladuthurai district. This track is part of the Climate Emergency Mixtape, which was published on September 19, 2026. Instead of discussing policy, the mixtape focuses on the lived experiences of marginalized communities facing climate change. The song powerfully links climate issues with caste, class, and gender inequality.

🔬 Tricky Soft Palate Tumor Case Report

A case report detailed a pleomorphic adenoma found on the soft palate. The patient was located in an unspecified setting where diagnostic imaging proved indeterminate. Specifically, fine-needle aspiration cytology yielded nondiagnostic results for this tumor. This complicated presentation required careful clinical management to reach a final diagnosis. Further surgical intervention will be necessary to fully understand the pathology.

🏡 Thousands get land ownership rights in Visakhapatnam

Andhra Pradesh CM N. Chandrababu Naidu distributed conveyance deeds to 28,445 families in Visakhapatnam district on Saturday. This 'Pedalaku Pattabhishekam' program regularized 399 acres of land, with an estimated registration value of ₹8,874 crore. The CM also promised to regularize lands for another 22,000 families facing various legal hurdles. He emphasized that these title deeds now allow beneficiaries to secure loans against their property. This move aims to fulfill the aspiration of people owning legally recognized homes. 🏡

😠 Tourists allegedly assault café staff in Mussoorie

A video has surfaced showing tourists allegedly attacking café staff with sticks. This incident occurred on September 15 at Yummies Café in Kincraig, Mussoorie. The attackers were reportedly a group of tourists from Haryana. Café staff filed a written complaint with the police, but the tourists could not be traced. This follows several other clashes between tourists and locals in the hill town.

🪁 Police raid activist's home over Gaza kite protest

Mumbai Police raided a woman activist's residence, leading to the detention of three individuals. The raid occurred in Mumbai, targeting people involved in a protest action. These individuals were detained for flying kites in solidarity with children in Gaza. The action took place as a form of silent demonstration against the conflict. Authorities are now investigating the specifics of the kite flying incident.

🗳️ Big Names Face Voter Roll Notices in Delhi

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta and former CM Arvind Kejriwal are among 33.1 lakh electors who received notices due to voter detail issues. The Delhi Chief Electoral Officer published this list on Friday, September 18, 2026, highlighting discrepancies for verification. Categories include age gaps and 'no mapping' to previous SIR exercises, affecting around 19.3 lakh electors. Documents must be submitted for verification, but leaders won't need to attend hearing centers. The final electoral roll is set to be published on November 4.

🚨 Delhi Police 'Encounter' Case Sparks Controversy

Two young Muslim students were killed by Delhi police on September 19, 2008. The incident took place at Batla House in Delhi. Police officially labeled the deaths as an 'encounter' situation. This event has been widely cited as one of the biggest cover-ups in Indian history. Further investigations into the circumstances surrounding the killings are expected to continue.