🕊️ Xi-Trump dinner menu drops: Sea bass and Chinese flair

A state dinner is set for Donald Trump and Xi Jinping this evening in the White House East Room. The event will host Jeff Bezos, Jensen Huang, and Mark Zuckerberg among other officials. The menu features sweet yellow squash velouté and sea bass with a toasted sesame crust. This diplomatic gesture echoes the historic 'Toast to Peace' from Nixon's 1972 visit. The meal aims to blend American ingredients with a touch of Chinese culinary influence. 🍽️

🙏 Govinda on Lalbaugcha Raja visit with Rani Swarnkar

Govinda addressed the recent buzz surrounding his visit to Mumbai's Lalbaugcha Raja Pandal with Rani Swarnkar. He clarified that the trip was to pray for his upcoming film, 'Roopa', after previous temple visits with Karisma Kapoor and Raveena Tandon. Govinda claimed the public speculation is part of a strategically planned move to distance him from his family and tarnish his image. He firmly stated that his personal life, including any alleged affairs, is not a subject for public discussion. His son, Yashvardhan Ahuja, is set to debut in 'Hero Ki Horrorine' on January 7, 2027.

🏛️ SC reserves orders on OBC creamy layer policy window

The Supreme Court reserved orders on the Union government's request for a two-year window regarding the OBC creamy layer policy. This case involved Justices P.S. Narasimha and R. Mahadevan, hearing the Centre's application on September 24, 2026. The government asked for time to implement the March 11, 2026 judgment, which changes the income test by excluding parental salary and agricultural income. Retrospective changes are feared to cause chaos across recruitment and seniority structures. Candidates argued the Centre's request is just a tactic to delay the top court's final ruling. ⚖️

🏏 Murphy shines in India A match in Puducherry

Todd Murphy picked up seven wickets in 48.3 overs against India A in Puducherry during the first unofficial Test. The 25-year-old offspinner secured three wickets in the first innings and four in the second innings. This performance allowed him to take on a leading role, something less common in Australian conditions. Murphy finds it genuinely fun to bowl long overs when conditions favour his style in India. He plans to continue playing in Puducherry before potentially returning for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy next year. 🏏

🧐 Rahul Gandhi demands investigation into Modi, Shah

Rahul Gandhi has called for Gyanesh Kumar to become an approver in the case. He specifically demanded that both PM Modi and Amit Shah be investigated. This demand was made during recent political discussions regarding ongoing investigations. Gandhi believes these high-profile leaders should face scrutiny in the matter. The next steps will depend on the formal response to this legal request. 🧐

🐅 Tiger cub rescued from garden net returned to wild in Assam

A three-month-old tiger cub, found entangled in a kitchen garden net, was successfully released back into Kaziranga National Park. The cub was rescued on September 17 from a house in Natungaon village, Biswanath district of Assam. Officials suspect the cub wandered away from its mother due to strong river currents. After veterinary observation, the team confirmed a tigress's presence nearby using a camera trap. Monitoring will continue for several weeks to ensure the cub's successful integration.

⚖️ Naga Insurgent Gets Bail in Money Laundering Case

The Delhi High Court granted bail to alleged Naga insurgent Masasasong Ao on Thursday, September 24, 2026. This case involves money laundering being probed by the Enforcement Directorate. The original case was filed in 2021 after Alemla Jamir's arrest under the UAPA. Jamir was intercepted with ₹72 lakh at the Delhi airport on December 17, 2019. Ao was arrested in the PMLA case in 2022 and faces NIA charges related to extortion and terror funds. ⚖️

🚨 Two IPS officers shunted over Veeramani case

Two senior IPS officers, A. Arun and N. Kannan, were removed from their posts on Thursday, September 24, 2026. A. Arun was the ADGP of the Tamil Nadu Police Academy, and N. Kannan was the Commissioner of Police, Coimbatore. The removal follows a complaint about Veeramani's predatory sexual behaviour targeting minor girls. A Scheduled Caste leader had complained to Kannan as early as November 2024. DGP (Training) Rajeev Kumar will take over the Police Academy charge.

⚽ Barcelona denies interest in Man Utd teen JJ Gabriel

FC Barcelona's sporting director Deco has officially shut down rumours regarding the club's pursuit of Manchester United's teenager JJ Gabriel. The 15-year-old English prospect has publicly expressed his wish to leave the Premier League giants. While there were suggestions of talks in Catalan capital and a lead over Real Madrid, Deco confirmed Barça is not pursuing him. He stated, “We are not interested in any player in his situation,” to distance the club from the matter. Other big clubs like PSG and Bayern Munich are also reportedly watching the situation. 🧐

⚖️ SC tweaks order on DM's NSA detention case

The Supreme Court modified its September 23 interim order concerning Allahabad HC's strictures and costs against Gautam Buddha Nagar DM Medha Roopam. This change now stays paragraphs 27 to 33, including the cost award against the petitioner. The case relates to Delhi University student Akriti Chaudhary's NSA detention following the Noida workers’ protest in April. The Allahabad High Court had ordered ₹5 lakh compensation from Ms. Roopam and officials, which she appealed. The order was issued by Justices Satish Chandra Sharma and N.K. Singh. ⚖️

🧐 Minister Gowda counters opposition on drought issues

Greater Bengaluru Development Minister Krishna Byre Gowda challenged the Opposition's drought criticism in the Legislative Council. He referenced former PM Manmohan Singh's 2009 flood assistance to Karnataka, where he announced ₹1,000 crore. Gowda also brought up the 2008 Manmohan Singh farm loan waiver of ₹72,000 crore, questioning recent central aid. The Opposition countered by citing Karnataka's historical disaster aid figures. Gowda maintained that the state continually sought, but faced delays in, central relief. 🧐