UN Security Council Bid: India’s push for a permanent UNSC seat gained fresh backing at UNGA, with Portugal and Mauritius supporting New Delhi and the Marshall Islands backing Japan and its G4 partners. Opposition Unity in Focus: Mamata Banerjee said she has “no issue” with CPI(M) as INDIA bloc parties plan a Sept 30 meeting in Delhi over the Election Commission and SIR row, with calls to remove CEC Gyanesh Kumar. Mumbai Politics & Democracy Row: Raj Thackeray and Uddhav Thackeray announced a joint Mumbai protest on Oct 4 against the EC’s SIR process, alleging voter list manipulation and “institutional bias.” Economy & Jobs: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said India can still hit 10%+ growth, driven by startups, tech and agriculture, while CEA V Anantha Nageswaran warned of near-term risks from US ties, energy uncertainty and AI gaps. Green Shipping Move: Gujarat laid the foundation for India’s first port-based e-methanol plant at Kandla, aiming to supply green fuel for Asia-Europe shipping lanes. Tech & Funding: IIT Madras and Unicorn India Ventures announced the first close of a deeptech fund at ₹450 crore. Mumbai Noise Watch: Ganpati visarjan noise stayed high in spots despite fewer truck DJs, with readings topping 107.8 dB, renewing sound-pollution scrutiny.