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The recent controversy surrounding the use of beef tallow and fish oil in the sacred Tirupati Laddoo has shed light on ancient practices regarding the proper handling of ingredients to prevent adulteration in the holy prasadam. According to information, inscriptions on the walls of the Lord Venkateswara temple detail measures for managing essential ingredients like ghee.One inscription from 1019 CE outlines systematic ghee packaging and transport to Tirumala. It also mentions the appointment of a royal officer to oversee temple services and ensure the quality of offerings.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for severe thunderstorms, lightning, and heavy rainfall across Maharashtra, including Mumbai, Palghar, and Satara. Gusty winds of 40-50 km/h are expected, prompting safety warnings for residents. Flight operations at Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport have been disrupted, with multiple go-arounds and diversions reported. Additionally, heavy rain has caused significant delays on the suburban train network, leading to cancellations and overcrowding at stations. In response, all schools and colleges in Mumbai will remain closed on Thursday.

Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren sharply criticized the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) during a virtual rally, likening the RSS to "rats" and accusing both of undermining communal harmony for electoral gain. Soren alleged that the BJP was sowing discord between Hindu and Muslim communities, warning against provocations that could escalate tensions. He described the BJP as a party of "traders and industrialists," referring to recent defections and urging critics to examine demographic data from neighboring West Bengal instead of accepting the BJP's claims.

The second phase of voting in the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly elections began on September 25, covering 26 seats in six districts. With security heightened in areas like Rajouri, over 2.5 million voters will decide the fate of 239 candidates, marking the first assembly election in a decade following the abrogation of Article 370. The first phase saw a voter turnout of 61.13%, and the third phase is scheduled for October 1. Key candidates include Omar Abdullah from the National Conference and Ravinder Raina from the BJP. The Election Commission has established 157 special polling stations to enhance voter accessibility.

A case of rape of a 6 year old girl has come to light in Dahod, district of Gujarat. The investigation into the death of a girl has revealed a shocking revelation - the Class 1 student was allegedly strangulated to death by her school principal after she resisted his attempts to sexually harass her. He then throw away her body in the school premises and her bag and shoes were thrown near the classroom.