💔 'Zombies' star Carla Jeffery passed away at 33

Actress Carla Jeffery, known for playing Bree in Disney's "Zombies" franchise, passed away on Tuesday. Her management agency, Alexanders Talent, confirmed the sad news of her passing on September 1, 2026, at the age of 33. Jeffery, who started with Alexanders Talent at 12, brought joy as Bree in the hit series. Co-star Milo Manheim paid tribute to the talented actress on his Instagram story. Her death has left fans and her industry peers mourning this significant loss.

💧 PM Modi pushes for better water security in India

Prime Minister Narendra Modi called for a more collaborative approach to India's water security during the National Departmental Summit on Water. This summit, held by the Ministry of Jal Shakti, brought together ministers and senior officials from various states and Union Territories. The discussion focused on key areas like faster infrastructure completion and rainwater conservation, aiming for 2 crore new structures by May 31, 2027. Modi emphasized learning from successful models in other states and adopting AI for better water data governance. He stressed that public participation is crucial for turning conservation into a sustained people's movement. 💧

🥟 6 samosa styles across India break all the rules 🥟

Samosas have evolved massively across India, starting from a recipe brought by Arab traders to the Delhi Sultanate. On World Samosa Day, six distinct regional varieties highlight this culinary journey. From thick Punjabi potato-pea triangles to Hyderabad's square mutton lukhmi, each state reimagines the snack. Karnataka favors onion fillings, while Maharashtra transforms it into a samosa pav. This shows how a single concept adapted completely to local tastes.

🚌 Expert panel suggests 'industry status' for Kerala's private buses

An expert committee recommended that the Kerala government grant 'industry status' to the private bus sector. This report was submitted to Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan by the committee, headed by K. Padmakumar, on Wednesday. The recommendations include operating private buses on a wet-lease basis at fixed rates determined by KSRTC. Additionally, the panel suggested allowing monthly vehicle tax payments and increasing bus service life to 25 years. The government has stated it will implement as many suggestions as possible for the sector.

🗳️ CPI(M) leaders clash over election loss reasons

Disagreements are surfacing within the CPI(M) State leadership regarding the recent Assembly election failure. T.M. Thomas Isaac suggested arrogance and a distortion campaign caused the public to turn against the LDF. He pointed out the party erred in candidate selection and needed to be more humble. This view contrasts with Pinarayi Vijayan’s stance, who blamed internal sabotage and propaganda. These differing opinions are noted ahead of upcoming party committee meetings. 🗳️

🦆 Rare Whistling Duck Spotted in Malappuram Wetlands

A flock of over 30 Fulvous whistling ducks was sighted at Venjali wetlands in Cherumukku, near Tirurangadi, Malappuram. This marks the first reported sighting of this rare species specifically in Malappuram district. The birds usually arrive in Kerala near the start of the monsoon and typically return by October. Birdwatchers Kabeerali P. and Fathima Sabeeha P.P. made the discovery, noting its distinct features. Cherumukku wetlands are a vital stopover, having recorded 70 to 80 bird species over the last four years. 🦆

🇮🇳 Quad Sherpa meet in Delhi sets up India-US quarter

A high-level Quad Sherpa meeting took place in New Delhi to lay groundwork for the upcoming leaders' summit. The meeting involved designated Sherpas from the US, Australia, and Japan, hosted by Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri. This event is part of an intense diplomatic calendar running from September through the G20 Leaders’ Summit in December. The discussions help define the agenda for the next Quad Leaders’ Summit, which dates have yet to be announced. This meeting signals the deepening strategic and diplomatic ties between India and the United States. 🤝

🚧 BRICS Summit rehearsal traffic update for Sept 3

Delhi Police issued a traffic advisory for the BRICS Summit 2026 motorcade rehearsal happening on September 3rd. The restrictions will affect over 35 major roads across New Delhi and South Delhi between 10 am and 3 pm. Traffic movement will be regulated at 22 diversion points, impacting key routes like Sardar Patel Marg and Janpath. Commuters are strongly advised to use the Delhi Metro or plan alternate routes for airport and railway travel. Emergency and medical vehicles will maintain obstruction-free passage throughout the rehearsal period. 🚗

🚑 Bus-truck crash leaves five dead in MP

A severe bus and truck collision occurred on National Highway 39 near Badwar in Rewa district, Madhya Pradesh. Five people were killed and 30 others sustained injuries in the incident. This happened around 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, September 2, 2026. The accident was so bad that the truck overturned and the bus fell into a water-filled drain. The state government has announced financial aid for the victims and the investigation is ongoing. 😥

🏏 Hridoy's massive 350 fuels Test hopes

Towhid Hridoy scored a record-breaking unbeaten 350 against South Africa A in Potchefstroom, South Africa. He played with the Bangladesh A team, which included Nurul Hasan, Rishad Hossain, and Mohammad Saifuddin. This massive innings came during the series which took place in Potchefstroom, South Africa. Despite his feat, Hridoy remains cautious about his prospects in red-ball cricket. His performance will definitely be a major talking point before Bangladesh's next Test series.

💥 Iran reports casualties from US strikes amid war escalation

Iran's health ministry reported that 142 people were injured and 18 were killed in recent US strikes. This incident occurred after the US military conducted additional strikes on Iran on Tuesday. The reported figures include 61 women and 44 people under 18 among the injured. US President Donald Trump stated that the renewed fighting with Iran would not last 'too long.' Meanwhile, Iran's security chief suggested Washington would soon see Tehran's new war strategy.