business Despite the Sensex benchmark dropping 0.36% to 77,264 by August 28, around 35 stocks in the BSE SmallCap index rose each day between August 24 and 28. Thirteen specific smallcap stocks managed to gain across all five consecutive trading sessions. These top performers achieved cumulative returns ranging from 10% up to 45% during that period. Investors are watching these stocks as the broader market sentiment shifts going forward. 📈
The risk of a lake bursting near the disaster site in China and Nepal has decreased. Experts monitored the situation at the affected region near the border. The threat level was assessed after the initial incidents occurred around the disaster zone. This monitoring continues as part of ongoing hazard assessments in the area. Future safety measures will depend on the stability of the surrounding geography. 🏔️
india Goa Police initiated a manhunt for two unidentified men who shot at the director of a casino group. The incident occurred in Porvorim on Friday, August 28, 2026, near his hotel. Two men fired three rounds at Srinivas Nayak around 8:45 p.m., but he escaped unhurt due to his bodyguards firing back. The opposition Congress used this event to claim a major collapse in the state's law and order situation. Authorities are currently working to apprehend the duo responsible for the attack. 🚨
business Tabela milk prices in Mumbai are increasing significantly starting September 1st. The Mumbai Milk Producers Association has raised the wholesale price from Rs 93 to Rs 102 per litre in Mumbai. These revised rates are set to be in effect until February 28, 2027, potentially hitting Rs 110 per litre retail. This hike is attributed to rising production and operational costs, including a 25% jump in feed ingredient prices. The change comes ahead of the festive season, which usually boosts dairy demand.
entertainment Kenan Thompson will step in as a judge on America's Got Talent while Simon Cowell takes a break for surgery. Thompson, known from Saturday Night Live, is joining AGT Season 21 to cover Cowell's absence. Cowell is undergoing routine back surgery following injuries from a 2020 incident. The show will feature further quarterfinalists, semi-finals, and a finale on September 23. The winner of this season will receive a USD 1 million prize.
Milk prices in Mumbai are scheduled to increase starting September 1st. This hike affects consumers across the city, driven by a rise in wholesale prices. Consumers might end up paying up to Rs 110 per litre for milk. The price adjustment comes following various supply chain and production cost increases. Authorities are monitoring the situation to manage the impact on household budgets. 🥛
health Researchers at the University of Southern California (USC) developed custom, 3D-printed MRI sensors for pediatric imaging. This innovation was created by Yasser Khan's team at USC, addressing challenges in imaging small organs in infants and children. The sensors can be 3D-printed in under 10 minutes for roughly $30, showing four times greater image contrast. This offers better, more affordable imaging options to patients who previously had limited choices. The technology aims to provide tailored equipment for growing children to ensure the clearest possible picture.
Canada is considering renaming a street currently named after Trump to 'Taco Avenue.' This potential change is happening amidst ongoing discussions regarding Lake Ontario. The decision could affect the street's official designation, which currently bears his name. This move is part of a broader local debate concerning civic naming conventions. Further details on the implementation timeline are yet to be revealed. 🌮
india Union Minister Suresh Gopi has retracted previous comments regarding an AIIMS in Thrissur, Kerala. He stated clearly that he never mentioned bringing the premier institution during his election campaign speeches. Despite this, the Minister affirmed his support for Thrissur residents wanting an AIIMS facility. He noted that land is available at Mannuthy, Police Academy, and Mattathur panchayat for the project. He urged the current Kerala government not to show the same reluctance as the previous administration.
sports Venezia has agreed to a verbal deal to sign 18-year-old Barcelona prospect Toni Fernandez. The transfer involves the Italian club acquiring the academy graduate from Barcelona. The agreed fee is €4 million, with a 50% sell-on and buy-back clause included. Fernandez chose Venezia over interest from Premier League and Bundesliga clubs. This move allows him to develop in Serie A while protecting Barcelona's future interests. 🇮🇹
india Master Rattiah, an 85-year-old guru, is fiercely criticizing contemporary dance for prioritizing spectacle over artistic rigor. He is one of the few remaining masters of the complex Yakshagana form of Kuchipudi, which blends theatre, dance, music, and poetry. This month, he received the Sangeet Natak Akademi fellowship for maintaining this tradition. Historically, Kuchipudi was an ensemble operatic dance-theatre rooted in mythologies, but it has since become largely a solo performance. Rattiah continues teaching the old, demanding form in his village near Vijayawada. 🎭
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